Ashland Viaduct Trash Crisis Returns | Charleston News

Ashland, Kentucky’s iconic viaduct is once again buried under mattresses and furniture, prompting the mayor to call it a dump. After a costly cleanup involving 12 city workers and six dump trucks, trash is already returning — a sign the problem runs deeper. Former homeless resident Steven Stambaugh says the city’s effort was worth it, but warns the root causes demand more than quick fixes. Mayor Charles is now eyeing long-term solutions, including a new “program-induced housing” shelter where residents must engage in recovery programs. The city’s balancing act: tackling the visible mess while addressing the human stories behind it. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/6408e6b630e9973c