Sweet Potato Editorial-Can We Just Be Nice?

By Timothy T. Tater, Editor and Chief Spud The Sweet Potato Typically, The Sweet Potato is here for fun and amusement. Sometimes however, we have to dig deep and hope to help. Today, this is on this
Murray Man Arrested on Attempted Kidnapping Charges After Incident at Apartment Complex
(MURRAY, Ky.) – A 26-year-old Murray man was arrested Thursday afternoon after allegedly attempting to take two young children at a local apartment complex while appearing intoxicated. Murray Police Department officers responded to a call about a suspicious
The Great Digital Age Dilemmas

By Timothy T. Tater, Editor and Chief Spud The Sweet Potato Breaking: Bentonian Spends 47 Minutes Choosing What to Watch, Watches Nothing In a stunning display of decision paralysis that has become the defining characteristic of our
Lady Marshals Netters Compete at Quad State 2025

(PADUCAH, Ky.)-The Marshall County Lady Marshals volleyball team traveled to the Paducah Convention Center for the Quad State 2025 tournament, where they competed in five challenging matches over two days. Tournament Results The Lady Marshals opened strong
Marshall County Sheriff’s Office Reports Numerous Arrests

(BENTON, Ky.) – The Marshall County Sheriff’s Office has released details of numerous arrests made throughout August and September 2025, highlighting continued law enforcement efforts across the county as deputies addressed a wide range of criminal activity
Lane Restriction Planned Along I-69 NB Near MM 47 in Marshall County Starting Wednesday, Sept. 24

(DRAFFENVILLE, Ky.) – Starting at 6 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 24, a work zone lane restriction will be in place on Interstate 69 northbound in Marshall County at mile marker 47, near Exit 47 (U.S. 68/Draffenville). Crews will be mechanical
Murray State University Achieves 35th Consecutive Year of National Recognition
(MURRAY, Ky.) — Murray State University continues its impressive streak of national recognition, earning top rankings from U.S. News & World Report for the 35th consecutive year across multiple categories. The institution demonstrated strong performance in regional