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Carbondale Police learn how victims are impacted by violent crime
The Director of Violence Prevention Programs for the City of Carbondale talked with the Carbondale Police Department this week about some of the ways victims are impacted by violent crime and how officers can better empathize with victims when they interact with them. Dianah McGreehan expressed her appreciation for how...
4th annual Summer Market in downtown Centralia on Saturday
The 4th annual Summer Market in downtown Centralia is set for ten to two on Saturday. The market is led by Mimi Hawkins who says once again this year a large number of vendors will be there. “We cater to the kids and that’s the big thing. We want families...
Low market costs bring lower profits for area farmers despite strong crop yields
MCCRACKEN COUNTY, Ky. — Despite strong crop yields this year, Edwards Farms in Paducah expects to take in $150,000 less than it did in 2023. Third generation farmer Daniel Edwards spoke Friday about the impact that major economic trends are having on small-scale farmers like himself. “Just because you...
Paducah 17-year-old Audreya White opens second business
PADUCAH — Audreya White is an upcoming senior at Paducah Tilghman High School. Like many of her classmates, she is preparing for college applications and her last year of high school. What sets White apart from other 17-year-olds — she has two businesses. A7 Smoothies is a shop...
Paducah man facing several charges after running from officers, not stopping for traffic stop
PADUCAH, Ky. (KFVS) - A Paducah man is facing several charges after deputies say he refused to stop for a traffic stop and then ran from officers. Christopher Burrow, 39, was arrested on charges of no tail lamps, disregarding a stop sign, fleeing and evading police (motor vehicle and on foot), possession of a controlled substance (cocaine), possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia, speeding 26+miles per hour over the speed limit, operating on a suspended/revoked license and operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol.
Discussion panel to be held at “Twisters” showing in Poplar Bluff
POPLAR BLUFF, Mo. (KFVS) - You may enjoy spending part of your weekend at the movie theater watching whatever’s new but soon, you can watch a new release and then hear from real-life experts. On Saturday, July 27, a showing of the new movie “Twisters” is set for 10...
Tennessee McKamey Manor haunted attraction owner arrested, charged with domestic violence
The owner of an immersive haunted attraction in Tennessee was arrested Friday on domestic assault charges. An arrest affidavit shows Russ McKamey was taken into custody around 4 a.m. Friday at his Stephenson Road home in Summertown. ...
Shift at AD: Benton promotes Garner as Miller moves focus to Assistant Principal
There is a change in leadership at Benton Consolidated High School. Thursday night, Benton assistant AD Shane Garner was promoted to Athletic Director as former AD Ryan Miller had a change in job description in his position as assistant principal. Miller served as the Athletic Director of the Rangers for...
Victim identified in Herrin murder investigation
HERRIN, Ill. (WJPF) – Illinois State Police have identified the victim in a murder investigation in Herrin. 58 year old Virginia Melton of Herrin was identified as part of the investigation. Melton was located with multiple gunshot wounds at a residence in the 3100 block of Weaver Road Saturday July 13.
States force green transition in public transportation despite taxpayer burden
(The Center Square) – Despite a hefty taxpayer price tag, several states are requiring cities to transition their public transportation to emitting zero greenhouse gasses. Since 2022, seven states have passed laws to transition to zero-emission school buses. In Illinois, a law passed last year requiring all transit agencies to purchase zero-emission buses by 2026. Similar legislation was passed in California, Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland and New York. ...
After Years of Controversy, Illinois Pauses CO2 Pipeline Construction, For Now
New safety requirements for carbon dioxide pipelines as well as a temporary ban on their construction are now in effect after Gov. J.B. Pritzker on Thursday signed a bill that passed the General Assembly earlier this year. The law issues new regulations for carbon capture and sequestration, a technology used...
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