Pineville & Bell County News
Stay informed with updates from Pineville City Hall, Bell County, and local community organizations.
Boone's Ridge 12,000-Acre Wildlife & Elk Viewing Attraction in Bell County Set for 2027 Opening
Construction continues along the Bell County corridor for Boone's Ridge, a $100+ million, 12,000-acre Appalachian wildlife center and elk viewing destination expected to draw hundreds of thousands of visitors through Pineville and US-25E.
Pineville Main Street & Courthouse Square Holiday Market Schedule Announced for Winter 2026
Pineville Main Street and the Bell County Tourism Commission unveiled the 2026 holiday calendar featuring the Christmas on the Square lighting ceremony, local artisan vendors, and evening shopping hours.
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Pine Mountain State Resort Park Completes Autumn Trail & Overlook Maintenance Ahead of Winter Season
Kentucky State Parks crews have completed seasonal trail drainage and safety upgrades along the Chained Rock and Honeymoon Falls trails at Pine Mountain State Resort Park in Pineville.
Read updateCourthouse Square Infrastructure Project: Main Street Phase 1 Construction Updates
The City of Pineville has officially broken ground on the Phase 1 renovation of Courthouse Square. New sidewalks, upgraded utility lines, and improved pedestrian lighting are underway along Main Street through downtown.
City of Pineville Welcomes Mayor Shawn Fugate II to the Administration
Mayor Shawn Fugate II was formally sworn in at a ceremony held at Bell County Courthouse. The mayor outlined key priorities including economic development, park improvements, and expanded broadband access for Bell County residents.
Bell Theatre Revitalization Project Included in Regional Artisan Trails Initiative
The historic Bell Theatre has been selected as an anchor venue for the Eastern Kentucky Artisan Trails Initiative. Renovation funding will restore the 1920s-era theater to full operational capacity for live performances.
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