Severe threat persists for Friday
There appears to be a significant risk for severe weather Friday afternoon and evening in western Kentucky. The Pennyrile region is under an enhanced risk of severe weather, while far […]
Sen. Westerfield won’t seek re-election in 2024
State Senator Whitney Westerfield of Christian County has announced he will not seek a fourth term in next year’s elections. The Republican defeated longtime incumbent Joey Pendleton in 2012 and […]
Enhanced risk for severe weather Friday
Western Kentucky and middle Tennessee are part of a large area under an enhanced risk for severe weather Friday afternoon and evening. The National Weather Service in Paducah says damaging […]
Elkton pursuit ends in Logan County with arrest
A high-speed two-county pursuit that began Tuesday afternoon in Elkton ended with the arrest of a Clarksville man. Elkton Police Captain Jakop Smith was patrolling in the area of US […]
Girl Scout cookies have arrived in Hopkinsville, Elkton, Cadiz
Girl Scout cookies have arrived in the southern Pennyrile region and you’re likely to see those tasty delights for sale in the coming weekends outside your favorite stores. Cecelia Cloos […]
Workforce, participation rate discussed in presentation to EDC Board of Directors
The Southwestern Kentucky Economic Development Council Board of Directors heard a presentation concerning how to retain a workforce that will attract industries to the area. Alex Sadler with the Tennessee […]
Frost expected Tuesday night, severe weather possible Friday
Local gardeners will want to keep an eye on the possibility of a frost or freeze Tuesday night and forecasters are also looking at the possibility of severe weather Friday. […]
Senator McConnell home following treatment after fall
U.S. Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell of Kentucky is home after being hospitalized following a fall at a Washington, D.C. hotel earlier this month. The senator sustained a concussion and […]
Todd Fiscal Court gives raise to election workers
Todd Fiscal Court on Friday approved a pay raise for election workers and approved the jail budget for the upcoming fiscal year. County Clerk Cindy O’Bryan says election workers are […]
Flood Watch until 1 a.m., severe weather also possible
All of western Kentucky is under a Flood Watch until 1 a.m. Saturday and there remains an enhanced risk for severe weather this afternoon and evening. Up to three inches […]