Gov. Beshear announces funding award for Wrather Road bridge replacement; Man arrested on animal torture charge (7-3-26)

Gov. Beshear announces funding award for Wrather Road bridge replacement; Man arrested on animal torture charge (7-3-26)

Gov. Beshear announced a funding award of $480,000 to replace a bridge on Wrather Road in Calloway County. The bridge was closed in late 2025. A Graves County man was arrested on an animal torture charge Wednesday following the discovery of a deceased dog.

Kentucky launches 'Stay Alert for Camps' program; area professionals promote firework safety (7-2-26)

Kentucky recently launched a program to promote safety at summer camps. A new radio system provides real-time weather alerts to help camps prepare for emergencies. Mercy EMS offers tips for staying safe ahead of the July 4 holiday.

Medical professionals encourage medication awareness amid heat wave; multiple fire departments respond to Weakley County chicken barn fire (7-1-26)

The Palmersville Fire Department responded to a chicken barn fire Tuesday, according to Dukedom Volunteer Fire Department. Amid intense heat, medical professionals advise patients to be aware that some popular prescriptions and over-the-counter medications are linked to higher risk of sun-related illnesses.

Paducah man charged with murder following shooting incident on Jefferson Street; Kentucky game wardens emphasize boater safety ahead of July 4 (6-30-26)

According to a Monday release from PPD, Peyton D. Boulton, 21, of Paducah was arrested after a fight on Jefferson Street escalated to a shooting incident. The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources will step up patrols on Kentucky waterways during the upcoming Independence Day weekend, seeking to promote safe and responsible boating.

Carbondale Warming Center closes due to lack of units and funding shortage, Grace Church Food Pantry aims to feed hungry despite budget constraints (6-29-26)

The Carbondale Warming Center is shutting down it's cooling services ahead of projected extreme heat due to a lack of funding and air conditioning units. A Metropolis food pantry is facing budget constraints after a recent grant from the state of Illinois ended, leaving them with a need for funding and volunteers.