Take a look at your prospective new hometown by county. In each section you will find school listings, event directories, utilities, banks, post offices, and just about everything you need to make your start in your new place in the sun.
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Jefferson County Now is a great time to move to Jefferson County (or as the locals call it, Metro Louisville). Metro Louisville has $5 billion in construction planned or underway, which will not only provide residents with more cultural, recreational and business opportunities, but will more than likely increase property values and will make moving here a wise investment. It's an exciting time to be in Metro Louisville! Impressive new museums and entertainment complexes are opening, and expansions of the suburban areas are creating new dining, entertainment, employment and residential options. In addition, the nationally-recognized City of Parks initiative will preserve the area's green spaces as the city continues to grow. More » | |
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Henry County Located approximately 35 miles northeast of Louisville, Henry County is easily accessible by Interstate 71. If you would rather take the path less traveled, there are plenty of country roads that connect Henry County with surrounding Shelby, Oldham and Trimble Counties. The estimated population is 15,771 and growing, due largely to the affordable housing market and its prime location to Louisville as well as Lexington (70 miles northwest) and Cincinnati (65 miles southwest). More » | |
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Oldham County Oldham County's business and residential areas have grown considerably in recent years, bringing with them many modern conveniences and more people. Throughout the changes, however, one thing has remained the same - the soothing hometown atmosphere. With an estimated 52,100 people living in the county, Oldham County is one of the top three fastest growing counties in Kentucky. Its population is predicted to almost double by 2010. More » | |
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Shelby County Shelby County's population has grown more than 34 percent over the last decade. Now topping 37,000, Shelby County's steady stream of newcomers validates what long-time residents have known for years - its small town atmosphere and convenient location between Lexington and Louisville offer a peaceful retreat and comfortable lifestyle that's simply hard to find anywhere else. In addition to the easy commute to Louisville, a strong school system and a supportive business community give companies and families good reasons to call Shelby County home. More » | |
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Spencer County Spencer County is one of the fastest growing counties in the state of Kentucky, with a population that has more than doubled what it was just eight years ago. Located just 20 minutes from Louisville, Spencer County offers residents an out-in-the-country experience with all the benefits of a quick commute to the city. More » | |
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Bullitt County Located just 15 minutes south of Louisville on I-65, Bullitt County is one of Kentucky's fastest-growing counties and has a school system that ranks as Kentucky's seventh largest district. With an estimated population pushing the 70,000 mark, the increasing number of people living there has fueled an active home building industry. In the last few years, three new schools have opened to accommodate the growing student population. Post-secondary educational opportunities have increased with the addition of a new community and technical college near the Cedar Grove Industrial Park. In addition, degrees can be earned through Indiana Wesleyan University, Mid Continent University and Bullitt County Adult Education, in conjunction with Jefferson Community & Technical College. More » | |
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Harrison County With an estimated 37,000 people living there, the community offers valuable resources that work together to meet the needs of its growing population. Whether your interest is Blackjack or stalagmites, Harrison County has some unique attractions, including O'Bannon Woods State Park, Squire Boone Caverns and Village, the Zimmerman Art Glass Factory, Turtle Run Winery and, of course, Horseshoe Casino Hotel. More » | |
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Floyd County Floyd County is accessible from Louisville on I-64 via the Sherman-Minton Bridge and covers 150 square miles. New Albany is the county seat, and has an impressive display of fabulous older homes, including Victorian mansions and early 20th-century bungalows. Mansion Row in New Albany offers a glimpse of life during New Albany's "Age of Elegance" and reflects the community's pride and dedication to preserving its rich heritage. A perfect example is the Culbertson Mansion. With its hand-painted ceilings, carved rosewood staircase, marble fireplaces and crystal chandeliers, the Culbertson Mansion signifies the affluence of a man once considered to be the wealthiest in Indiana. More » | |
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Clark County Clark County's promising future is founded on a unique history that includes an important role in the famed Lewis & Clark Expedition. The George Rogers Clark home site in Clarksville has been designated by the National Park Service as an official site associated with the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail where Meriwether Lewis and William Clark (younger brother of George Rogers Clark) established a base camp and later departed for their expedition to explore the West on October 26, 1803. More » |