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    Marshall County Rescue Squad Public Notice

    (BENTON, Ky.) – The Marshall County Rescue Squad is alerting residents in its service area that its recent photo fundraiser campaign has officially concluded. Effective immediately, no authorized representatives should be visiting homes or businesses [...]...Read More
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    Gas Prices Rise Six Cents in West Central Kentucky Despite National Downward Trend

    (PADUCAH, Ky.) — Drivers in West Central Kentucky are paying more at the pump this week, with gas prices climbing six cents to $2.827 per gallon, according to AAA East Central's latest Gas Price Report. [...]...Read More
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    Lane Restriction Planned Along I-69 SB in Marshall County Starting Near Exit 47 on Monday, Aug. 25

    (DRAFFENVILLE, Ky.) – Starting Monday, Aug. 25, a work zone lane restriction will be in place on Interstate 69 southbound in Marshall County at the 47-mile marker, near Exit 47 (U.S. 68/Draffenville). KYTC crews will be [...]...Read More
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    Chef Sara Bradley and Merryman House Create Spice Line That Changes Lives

    (PADUCAH, Ky.) – A unique partnership between the Merryman House Domestic Crisis Center and acclaimed chef Sara Bradley is transforming the fight against domestic violence through an innovative approach: a social enterprise spice company that [...]...Read More
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    Local Maintenance Worker Receives State Police Honor for Exceptional Service

    (MAYFIELD, Ky.) — Mike Johnson, a maintenance worker at Kentucky State Police Post 1 in Mayfield, was recognized earlier this month as one of 14 civilian employees honored statewide for their contributions to public safety. [...]...Read More
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    Bi-State Development Agreement Clears Way for I-69 Bridge Project Connecting Henderson and Evansville

    (FRANKFORT, Ky.)– The Kentucky Public Transportation Infrastructure Authority (KPTIA) took action Thursday to move forward with the new I-69 bridge project that will connect Henderson, Kentucky, and Evansville, Indiana. KPTIA authorized a financial plan for [...]...Read More

Community News

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    Marshall County Republican Women to Host September Meeting with Judge Executive

    (BENTON, Ky.)-The Marshall County Republican Women will convene for their regular monthly gathering on Tuesday, September 9, beginning at 11:30 AM. The meeting will take place at the Republican Headquarters, located on the Benton Court [...]...Read More
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    Kids Adventure Weekend Explores Outdoor Skills at Woodlands Nature Station

    (Land Between the Lakes, Ky) – The Woodlands Nature Station in Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area will host Kids Adventure Weekend at the Woodlands Nature Station during Labor Day weekend, August 30 - [...]...Read More
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    TVA Raises $1.25 Billion Through Bond Offering to Fund Historic Infrastructure Investment

    KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — The Tennessee Valley Authority successfully completed a $1.25 billion bond offering Tuesday, issuing five-year global power bonds at 3.875% interest as part of an unprecedented capital raising campaign. The latest offering marks [...]...Read More

Sports News

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    Cornerback DJ Waller Could Be the Breakout Star on This UK Defense

    By LARRY VAUGHT (LEXINGTON, Ky.)-Last season Kentucky cornerback Maxwell Hairston continued his development and became a first round NFL Draft pick by the Buffalo Bills. "DJ is unique in terms of what he can do. [...]...Read More
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    Marshall County Dominates Graves County in 8-2 Soccer Victory

    (MAYFIELD, Ky.) – The Marshall County Marshals boys soccer team delivered a commanding performance Tuesday night, defeating Graves County 8-2 in an away match that showcased the team's offensive depth and precision. Senior forward Houston [...]...Read More
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    Marshall County Lady Marshals Dominate Graves County in 8-0 Road Victory

    (MAYFIELD, Ky.) – The Marshall County Lady Marshals Soccer team delivered a commanding performance Tuesday night, shutting out Graves County 8-0 in an impressive road victory. Senior Chaney Green led the offensive charge with a [...]...Read More
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    Marshall County Sweeps Christian Fellowship in Volleyball Match

    (DRAFFENVILLE, Ky.) — The Marshall County Lady Marshals dominated their home court Tuesday night, defeating Christian Fellowship in straight sets with scores of 25-16, 25-13, and 25-23. The Lady Marshals controlled the match from start [...]...Read More

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School News

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    Murray State University Introduces Criminal Justice MBA Track

    (MURRAY, Ky.)-Murray State University has announced a new criminal justice concentration within its Master of Business Administration program, set to launch in spring 2026. Program Details The 30-credit-hour program offers multiple delivery formats to accommodate [...]...Read More
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    Calvert City 5th Graders Experience Kayaking at Paddle Skills Day

    (CALVERT CITY, Ky.)-In partnership with the Tennessee RiverLine, Calvert City Elementary School, Calvert City Golf & Country Club, and the City of Calvert City, fifth-grade students from Calvert City Elementary participated in Paddle Skills Day [...]...Read More
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    Murray State Provost Dr. Tim Todd to Return to Faculty Role

    (MURRAY, Ky.) — Dr. Tim Todd, who has served as Murray State University's Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs since March 2020, will transition back to a faculty position in the Arthur J. Bauernfeind [...]...Read More

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    Calvert City Police Issue Cannabis Citations in Two Separate Incidents

    (CALVERT CITY, Ky.) — Calvert City police cited two individuals for marijuana-related offenses in separate incidents over the weekend. On Thursday, August 22, a police officer conducting routine patrol at Food Giant noticed a customer [...]...Read More
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    Lyon County Sheriff’s Office Reports Multiple Arrests, Vehicle Crashes Over Two-Week Period

    (EDDYVILLE, Ky.) — Lyon County law enforcement officers responded to a variety of incidents over the past two weeks, including burglaries, thefts, vehicle crashes, and multiple arrests on outstanding warrants and traffic violations. Juvenile Burglary Case [...]...Read More
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    Calvert City Police Department Weekly Arrests

    (CALVERT CITY, Ky.) – The Calvert City Police Department has reported multiple arrests over a recent two-week period, ranging from domestic violence incidents to traffic violations and public intoxication. Domestic Violence Arrest Police responded to a [...]...Read More

State News

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    SGT. MAJ. JIMMY THORNE HONORED AS DISTINGUISHED VETERAN BY KENTUCKY GENERAL ASSEMBLY

    FRANKFORT, Ky. (Aug. 27, 2025) — Retired U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Jimmy Thorne was formally recognized on Wednesday before the Interim Joint Committee (IJC) on Veterans, Military Affairs, and Public Protection for his decades of [...]...Read More
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    Kentucky State Police Join National Brake Safety Week to Target Commercial Vehicle Safety

    (OWENSBORO, Ky.) — Kentucky State Police officers are hitting the highways this week as part of a nationwide crackdown on commercial vehicles with faulty braking systems, an effort that could save lives by removing dangerous [...]...Read More
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    Representative Chris Freeland Legislative Budget Update

    (FRANKFORT, Ky.)-Crafting a state budget is the most consequential responsibility entrusted to the Kentucky General Assembly. The document reflects the Commonwealth's priorities and values, as well as providing a vision for the future. Every two [...]...Read More

Obituaries

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    Glen A. Dudley

    Glen A. Dudley passed away at the Ray & Kay Eckstein Hospice Care Center in Paducah on August 27, 2025 after a brief battle with cancer. Glen

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    David Mark Holland, 67

    Mr. David Mark Holland, 67, of Dexter, KY, passed away Tuesday, August 26, 2025, surrounded by loved ones at home. Born October 8, 1957, in

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    Edford “Ed” Williams, 70

    Edford “Ed” Williams, 70, of Dexter, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, August 23, 2025, at Murray Calloway County Hospital, surrounded by his

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    Beverly Napier-Beach, 76

    Beverly Napier-Beach, 76 of Madisonville, Kentucky passed away on Monday, August 25, 2025 at Baptist Deaconess Madisonville in Madisonville,

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    Jesse Lee Winkler, 34

    Jesse Lee Winkler, 34, of Gilbertsville, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, August 23, 2025. Jesse was born on November 20, 1990, in Oakland City,

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