Mar 8, 2021
Demolition work is being done at the future site of the school. Photo contributed
SOMERSETÂ â The Board of Directors for the new University of Somerset (US)Â announced Monday the commencement of site preparation work in downtown Somerset to make way for the expected location of the main campus of Kentuckyâs first private research university.
Crews with local contractor Weddle Enterprises have begun demolition of the structures on the property located off South Vine Street, between West Market and South Main streets, as anticipation builds for the future four-year institution.
âWe are excited to see the transformation of the site and the beginning of what we expect will be the University of Somersetâs main campus,â said Somerset Mayor Alan Keck, who also serves as US Board Chairman. âAs we march toward the welcome warmth of spring and seasonal rebirth here in the beautiful Lake Cumberland