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Man Arrested for Public Indecency in Murray

(MURRAY, Ky.) — A Murray resident was taken into custody Tuesday evening after a police officer witnessed inappropriate public behavior during a routine patrol. A Murray Police Department sergeant was conducting patrols in the southern [...]...Read More

Two Wacker Chemical Employees in Calvert City Celebrate Combined 112 Years of Service

(CALVERT CITY, Ky.)-Two employees at Wacker Chemical Corporation's Calvert City facility have achieved a rare milestone, representing some of the longest-serving workers in the company's global operations. Kevin Diamond and James Eaves, who joined the [...]...Read More

McCracken County Coroner Identified Missing Paducah Man

(PADUCAH, Ky.) — McCracken County officials have identified human remains discovered more than a month ago as those of a local man, bringing resolution to his family after weeks of uncertainty. The McCracken County Coroner's [...]...Read More

Kentucky Dam to Host Ultimate 5K Glow Run Experience This Month

(GILBERTSVILLE, Ky.) – Runners and fitness enthusiasts will light up the night on August 29th when the Kentucky Dam Glow Run kicks off at 7:26 p.m. at Kentucky Dam Beach on Kentucky Dam Old Beach Road. [...]...Read More

TVA Launches $1.5 Million STEM Education Grant Program for Regional Educators

Applications now open through September 15 for awards up to $5,000 (KNOXVILLE, Tn.) – The Tennessee Valley Authority has opened applications for its 2025 STEM Award Program, offering educators across its seven-state service region the [...]...Read More

KSP Post 1 to Conduct Traffic Safety Checkpoints

(MAYFIELD, Ky.)– The Kentucky State Police (KSP) will be conducting traffic safety checkpoints throughout the Post 1 district, to check motorists for compliance with motor vehicle laws including driving under the influence statutes. KSP utilizes [...]...Read More

Community News

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

2025 Preston Cope Classic Wiffle Ball Tournament Announced

(CALVERT CITY, Ky.)-Come celebrate Preston's love for wiffle ball at this family-friendly tournament honoring his memory. The day will feature competitive games, delicious concessions, community fellowship, and trophy presentations, all while supporting the Preston Cope [...]...Read More

Calvert City Kicks Off School Year with Back to School Splash Event

(CALVERT CITY, Ky.) – Students, families, and community members are invited to celebrate the start of the 2025-2026 academic year at Calvert City's Back to School Splash, a special evening edition of the popular Food Truck [...]...Read More

Sports News

Murray State Racers Complete Perfect Bahamas Exhibition Series

(NASSAU, The Bahamas)-The Murray State Racers capped off their Bahamas Summer League appearance in dominant fashion Wednesday, routing the Calgary Dinos 93-55 at the Baha Mar Resort Convention Center. The decisive victory completed a perfect [...]...Read More

Murray State Football to Host 2025 Racer Fan Fest at Roy Stewart Stadium

(MURRAY, Ky.) – Murray State University's football program will welcome fans to Roy Stewart Stadium on Saturday, August 16, for the annual Racer Fan Fest, beginning at 5:30 p.m. The event promises an evening of [...]...Read More

Murray State Dominates Raw Talent Elite 120-59 in Game 2 of 3 in Nassau

(NASSAU, Bahamas_ – The Murray State Racers delivered a commanding performance Tuesday, crushing Raw Talent Elite 120-59 in the middle game of the Bahamas Summer League at the Baha Mar Resort Convention Center. The Racers showcased [...]...Read More

Marshall County Names Devin Belt as New Baseball Head Coach

(DRAFFENVILLE, Ky.) — Marshall County Athletics has announced the appointment of Devin Belt as the new head coach of the Marshals baseball program. Belt comes to Marshall County from Crittenden County, where he served as [...]...Read More

School News

Marshall County Schools Receives $1,500 from FNB Bank’s Spirit Debit Card Initiative

(BENTON, Ky.) – FNB has presented Marshall County Schools with a $1,500 donation generated through the bank's innovative Spirit Debit Card Program during the second quarter of 2025. The [...]...Read More

Teacher Quality Institute Announces 2025-2026 Professional Development School Cohort

(MURRAY, Ky.) – The Teacher Quality Institute is proud to announce the 2025–2026 cohort of its Professional Development School (PDS) partnership—a milestone year marking a decade of innovation, collaboration and impact within the College of [...]...Read More

New Covenant Christian Academy History Teacher Recognized

(HARDIN, Ky.)-New Covenant Christian Academy’s Amanda Smith has been recognized as a history educator. The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History named her the 2025 Kentucky History Teacher of the Year for her outstanding achievements [...]...Read More

Police Blotter

Construction Worker Charged After Sparkler Bomb Explosion Injures Two at Paducah Church Site

(PADUCAH, Ky.) – A Calvert City man has been charged with criminal mischief after a homemade sparkler bomb exploded at a construction site in June, injuring two workers at Lone Oak First Baptist Church. Jessie [...]...Read More

Lyon County Sheriff’s Report

- On Tuesday, July 22, 2025, around 2am, Deputy Bobby Beeler investigated a single vehicle collision on KY 93 South approximately 8 miles South of Eddyville. His investigation revealed a 2020 Dodge Charger, driven [...]...Read More

Menacing Charge in Calvert City

(CALVERT CITY, Ky.)-On July 31, 2025 officers responded to an address on Maple Avenue for a domestic dispute. On scene, officers were met by a male in the yard who was visibly upset. He refused [...]...Read More

Benton Resident Indicted by Calloway County Grand Jury

(MURRAY, Ky.)-On Aug 1, 2025, at approximately 12:00 pm deputies located Cammie Arnett on Spruce Street in Murray after she was indicted by the Calloway County Grand Jury. She was lodged at the Calloway County [...]...Read More

State News

Kentucky Teens Rank Second Nationally for Daily Soda Consumption, New Health Report Reveals

(Murray, Ky.) — Kentucky teenagers have the second-highest rate of heavy soda consumption in the United States, with nearly one in five teens drinking soda multiple times daily, according to a new health data analysis released [...]...Read More

Gov. Beshear Joins General Matter To Celebrate Milestone for $1.5 Billion Uranium Enrichment Facility in Paducah, Set To Create 140 Full-Time Jobs

(PADUCAH, Ky.)– Today, Gov. Andy Beshear announced a major milestone for an economic development project in McCracken County that will include a nearly $1.5 billion investment and create 140 well-paying jobs. The Governor joined other [...]...Read More

CARROLL: GENERAL MATTER ANNOUCEMENT PROVES KENTUCKY’S NUCLEAR EFFORTS ARE DELIVERING RESULTS

FRANKFORT, Ky. (Aug. 5, 2025) — Sen. Danny Carroll, R-Benton, issued the following statement in response to General Matter’s announced plans to develop a private uranium enrichment facility in Paducah. It is the first of its [...]...Read More

Kentucky’s 502 Area Code to Get Overlay as Phone Numbers Near Depletion

(FRANKFORT, Ky.)-The Kentucky Public Service Commission has approved a new area code overlay for the Louisville metro region, marking the first expansion to the historic 502 area code since its creation nearly 80 years ago. [...]...Read More