Exhibit 23.1 Consent of Independent Public Accountants As independent public accountants, we hereby consent to the use of our reports (and to all references to our Firm) included in or made a part of this registration statement on Form S-4 for $150 million of 11.5% Senior Subordinated Notes due 2006. /s/ Arthur Andersen LLP Arthur Andersen LLP Louisville, Kentucky February 8, 1999