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

No timeline set for US 51 'Cairo' Bridge repair, KYTC says; Paducah Symphony to celebrate 250 years of American music with ice cream social

KYTC reports no timeline for when the "Cairo" bridge will reopen and is currently in the planning phase for the repair. The Paducah Symphony Orchestra plans to serve up a good time at its first ice cream social Thursday, honoring 250 years of American music.

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.