by Open Road Archive | May 24, 2024 | Kentucky State Highways, State Highways
While it may be short, Kentucky Route 2075 plays an important role in connecting travelers into the heart of Murray, Kentucky. Stretching just about two miles in length, this local connector provides a smooth route along North 4th Street, serving as a northern...
by Open Road Archive | May 22, 2024 | U.S. Numbered Highway System, U.S. Route 641
Heading down U.S. Route 641 from Benton to Murray, we find ourselves on one of western Kentucky’s most traveled north-south corridors. This 13-mile drive connects two important communities in the Jackson Purchase region and serves as a gateway to the Land Between the...
by Open Road Archive | May 21, 2024 | Interstate 49, Interstate Highways
Heading north through the hills of southwestern Missouri, Interstate 49 offers a quick but scenic route between Pineville and the city of Joplin. This 37-mile stretch begins just south of Pineville where U.S. Highway 71 officially upgrades into I-49. From here, we’re...
by Open Road Archive | May 20, 2024 | U.S. Numbered Highway System, U.S. Route 641
Heading south through western Kentucky, U.S. Route 641 offers a scenic and surprisingly diverse 14-mile journey between Gilbertsville and Benton. We begin this segment at the junction with U.S. Route 62, just outside Gilbertsville, where the highway immediately...
by Open Road Archive | May 17, 2024 | Kentucky State Highways, State Highways
Join us as we follow Kentucky Route 91 for 11 scenic miles from the Cave-In-Rock Ferry landing on the banks of the Ohio River to the small but vibrant town of Marion, Kentucky. This short stretch of road packs in quite a bit of charm, history, and natural beauty as it...