Barry Shane Barrett, 53
Barry Shane Barrett, 53, of Benton, Kentucky, passed away on Monday, January 12, 2026, at his home. Barry was born on December 19, 1972, in Paducah, Kentucky, to his loving parents, David Lee Barrett and Sandra Adair
Cardinals Deal Nolan Arenado to Diamondbacks for Pitching Prospect
(ST. LOUIS) — The St. Louis Cardinals have traded star third baseman Nolan Arenado to the Arizona Diamondbacks in exchange for minor league right-handed pitcher Jack Martinez and cash considerations, the team announced Monday. The deal marks
Murray State University to Feature Artist Autumn Johnson in “Never Again” Solo Exhibition
(MURRAY, Ky.) — Murray State University Galleries and the Department of Art & Design will showcase “Never Again,” a solo exhibition featuring recent works by artist Autumn Johnson, opening Jan. 14 in the Mary Ed Mecoy Hall
Kentucky Announces Nearly $2.3 Million To Strengthen Public Riverports
(FRANKFORT, Ky.) (Jan. 13, 2026) – Kentucky announced funding to enhance the state’s riverports and increase economic opportunities, efficiency and connectivity for Kentucky industries. Over $2.3 million in awards will benefit eight projects at six of Kentucky’s
Hazel Man Arrested on Firearm Possession Charges
(CALLOWAY COUNTY, Ky.) — A Hazel man was arrested late Sunday night after deputies serving a warrant discovered him in possession of a firearm, according to the Calloway County Sheriff’s Office. John R. Thomure, 49, was taken
John “Johnny” Thomas Collins, Jr., 69
John “Johnny” Thomas Collins, Jr., 69 of Grand Rivers, Kentucky passed away on Monday, January 12, 2026 at his home. Johnny was born in Princeton, Kentucky on June 14, 1956 to the late John Thomas Collins, Sr.
Comer Secures $1 Million for Eddyville Wastewater Plant After Catastrophic Failure
(WASHINGTON, D.C.) — U.S. Rep. James Comer announced Tuesday that he has secured $1 million in federal funding to rebuild Eddyville’s wastewater treatment plant, which suffered a catastrophic failure nearly a year ago. The funding was included
Restaurant Employee Charged with Harassment Following Workplace Incident
(CALVERT CITY, Ky.) (January 13, 2026) – A Marion woman faces harassment charges following an altercation with a co-worker at a local restaurant last month. Racheal Michelle Houser, 30 was served a Marshall County criminal summons on
Christian Fellowship Eagles Fall in Overtime Thriller; Lady Eagles Face Tough Road Test Tonight
(LaCENTER, Ky.) – The Christian Fellowship Eagles came up just short in a heartbreaking overtime battle Tuesday night, falling 60-58 to Ballard Memorial. The Lady Eagles (6-11) will play tonight as they travel to face Carlisle County
Winter Weather Contributes to Nearly Half of Weather-Related Crashes, AAA Warns
(PADUCAH, Ky.)-Motorists face significantly higher crash risks during winter months, with nearly half of all weather-related accidents occurring when temperatures drop, according to new data from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety. The research reveals that 46