FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 21, 2016 KTA invites public to Bazaar Cattle Pen grand opening WICHITA, Kan.—Kansas Turnpike Authority extends an invitation to the grand opening ribbon cutting ceremony of the Bazaar Cattle Pens, located at mile marker 111 on Interstate 35/KTA (60 miles NE of Wichita or 16 miles SW of Emporia) in the Flint Hills. The event will begin at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 27 and will include remarks from Governor Sam Brownback. The project included safety enhancements to the ramps serving large cattle trucks that transport livestock to and from the location. It also now includes a scenic overlook that allows travelers an opportunity to pull over and view the majestic Flint Hills. “Not only did this project improve on safety aspects, which is an important KTA value, but it also gives our customers a way to take in the beauty of the Flint Hills,” said Steve Hewitt, KTA CEO. “The view is simply breathtaking.” Those interested in attending the grand opening ribbon cutting for the Bazaar Cattle Pens can RSVP to [email protected]. ### Editor’s Note: Construction and ground breaking photos can be found at http://bit.ly/1UmrPwY About KTA: The Kansas Turnpike Authority (KTA) maintains 236 miles of user-fee supported roadway from the Oklahoma border to Kansas City. The KTA doesn’t receive state or federal tax funds. KTA's mission is to provide safe, economical, high-quality highway transportation service to our customers. 2016 is KTA’s 60th anniversary celebrating “236 Miles of Possibility” for its users. K-TAG is the electronic toll collection program of KTA. Learn more about us at www.ksturnpike.com or www.myktag.com For more information, contact: Rachel Bell | Marketing & Communications Director 316.652.2673 | [email protected] .