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Local Christmas Cops in July program strives to give kids confidence through new clothes
PADUCAH — Local police officers took 17 kids on a back-to-school shopping spree Thursday at Kentucky Oaks Mall for Christmas Cops in July. The annual event provides families in need with financial assistance for children to have new clothes before they go back to school. “We give them $500...
Creative and Cultural Council discusses Southside Paducah art
PADUCAH — The Paducah Creative and Cultural Council met Thursday to discuss a Southside project and the Eighth of August. The council is working with the Paducah Planning Department to create a plan to bring public art to the Southside. The Paducah Parks Department suggested adding artworks such as a mural on the basketball courts at Robert Coleman Park or a structure with a mural on the back.
Chloe — young at heart and ready for her forever family
BENTON, KY — This playful girl is waiting for you at the Humane Society of Marshall County!. Meet Chloe, a 48 lb. hound mix who is between 10-15 years old but still has the personality of a young pup. She plays well with others and likes cats and kids,...
Threading history and culture: The fiber art of Sunshine Joe
PADUCAH — As a young, skinny boy growing up in Summit, Mississippi, Joseph Mallard struggled with rejection. He would confide in his great-great-grandmother about his feelings of rejection and how no one wanted him to play on their sports team. “She pulled me close to her, I can remember...
Local Verizon Wireless stores to give away backpacks Sunday to local kids
PADUCAH — In preparation for back to school season, several Verizon Wireless stores in western Kentucky and southern Illinois areas will give away free backpacks this Sunday as part of its annual School Rocks Backpack Giveaway event. According to a news release from Verizon retailer Round Room LLC, the...
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