Experts weigh in on McConnell, Ohio River 'Cairo' Bridge faces long term closure (7-7-26)

Experts weigh in on McConnell, Ohio River 'Cairo' Bridge faces long term closure (7-7-26)

If Sen. McConnell were no longer able to serve out his term, Kentucky does not allow the governor to appoint a replacement, like most other states, due to a law passed in 2024. KYTC closed the U.S. 51 Ohio River Bridge connecting Wickliffe and Cairo for repairs Monday, with engineers saying work could take 2 to 4 weeks.

Freedom 5K draws crowds in support of veterans; Woman suffers severe injury in Lake Barkley boating incident (7-6-26)

Independence Bank hosted its third annual Freedom 5K, commemorating July 4 and America250 with proceeds benefitting the Wounded Warriors Project. A woman who suffered a severe leg injury was rushed to the hospital following a boating incident on Lake Barkley.

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.