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Agreement Reached to Keep Cave-in-Rock Ferry Open
CAVE-IN-ROCK – The Cave-in-Rock Ferry will be in business for the foreseeable future. Team Kentucky and partners at the Illinois Department of Transportation announced Saturday that a new two-year agreement was reached between The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet and the Ohio River Ferry Authority in Crittenden County, KY. All three groups have been engaged in getting an agreement done before the current contract expired, which would have been Sunday, June 30.
Uniontown Water Rescue introduces new boat
UNION COUNTY, Ky. (WEVV) — A new addition in Union County is expected to help save lives. The Uniontown Water Rescue posted photos of their new boat which will be used as a resource for rescues and recoveries. Officials say they are blessed to have a more reliable asset...
Be on the lookout for tar spot
An agronomist with Beck’s Hybrids says farmers need to be scouting for tar spot. Chad Kalaher, who covers northeast and east central Illinois, tells Brownfield conditions this season are favoring the corn disease. “Really we have a bigger risk with later planted crops.” He says, “Tar spot hits, let’s say before tasseling, it’s definitely going […]
Bobby Gene Wood
Bobby Gene Wood, 77, passed away on July 1, at Caldwell Medical Center. Visitation for Bobby Wood will be held on Friday, July 5, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Morgan’s Funeral Home with Masonic Rites being held at 7 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, July 6, at 11 a.m. at Morgan’s Funeral home with Bro. Dean Ray and Bro. Ronnie Sivells officiating. Burial will follow in Cedar Hill Cemetery in Princeton.
Cave-in-Rock ferry will continue to run after contract renewed
After months of negotiation, a new contract will allow the Cave-in-Rock ferry to continue uninterupted service to cross the Ohio River between Kentucky and Illinois. The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet posted on Saturday that Kentucky and Illinois transportation officials came to a new two-year agreement with the Ohio River Ferry Authority. The ferry authority was created by the Crittenden County Fiscal Court to oversee the management and operation of the privately owned ferry service.
Ferry Service Reaches Agreement Just Before July 1 Deadline
After finalizing the agreement, the Cave-In-Rock Ferry will not have a service disruption this morning. The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet and the Ohio River Ferry Authority agreed to a 13% increase in annual funding. The contract is now around 1.9 million dollars each year. Travelers can continue to rely on the...
KYTC: Cave-In-Rock Ferry will remain open; agreement reached
CAVE-IN-ROCK, IL — The Cave-In-Rock Ferry will stay in service as an agreement between its operator and the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet has been reached. For background, a news release from KYTC on Monday, 24, stated thatthe transportation cabinet, the Ohio River Ferry Authority, and the Illinois Department of Transportation were negotiating the contract for financial support of the private ferry service.
Golconda's San Damiano retreat sold
GOLCONDA — A popular southern Illinois retreat that over the years has hosted thousands of guests at hundreds of weddings, anniversaries and events on its grounds has a new owner and name. San Damiano Catholic Shrine Pilgrimage Retreat is now San Damiano Lodging & Retreat Center. The change was...
Caldwell County Sheriff's Office Press Release
On June 26, 2024, at 2:25 p.m., Detective Trent Fox, 41, of Princeton Police Department, with his emergency lights activated, was attempting to catch and stop a suspect vehicle on W. Market Street near the intersection of North Seminary Street. As he approached the intersection, the traffic light changed to red. Fox continued through the intersection and his 2016 Dodge Charger was struck in the passenger side by a U.S. Postal Service van that was traveling southbound on N. Seminary Street. The 2020 Mercedes Metris van was driven by Lora Haberlock, 45 of Princeton, KY. Both operators were transported to Caldwell Hospital where they were treated for minor injuries and released. Seatbelts were used along with airbag deployment in both vehicles. The collision is being investigated by Chief Deputy Stacey Blackburn, Caldwell County Sheriff’s Office.
Princeton Police Report
06/25/202412:14 p.m. Officers arrested Joseph D. Traylor, 47, Princeton on a Caldwell County Bench Warrant charging him with contempt of court for failure to pay child support. 06/26/20244:05 p.m. Officers arrested Justin K. Ford, 31, Princeton on a Caldwell County Bench Warrant charging him with failure to pay restitution on...
Cave-In-Rock ferry to continue service
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – An agreement has been reached to allow the Cave-In-Rock-ferry to continue service. Crittenden County Judge-Executive Perry Newcom says there will be no interruption of service provided by the ferry. The Cave-In-Rock Ferry operates 6:00 a.m. to 9:50 p.m. daily. The last run from Illinois is at 9:40 p.m. The last run […]
Cave-in-Rock Ferry agreement renewed to maintain service
MARION, Ky. (KFVS) - Team Kentucky and partners at the Illinois Department of Transportation have finalized an agreement with a local ferry authority. According to a release from the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, the agreement maintains a vital transportation connection between western Kentucky and Illinois while also responsibly stewarding taxpayer dollars.
Cave-In-Rock ferry to continue operations; signs new agreement
CAVE-IN-ROCK, Illinois (WEVV) — Officials say an agreement has been reached that will allow service to continue for the Cave-In-Rock Ferry. According to Crittenden County Judge-Executive Perry Newcom, there will be no interruption of services, after the ferry's two-year contract was originally set to expire on Sunday. The ferry,...
Agreement on Cave-in-Rock Ferry Service expands funding
MARION, KY (KBSI) – An agreement has been reached to expand funding for the Cave-in-Rock Ferry Service. Team Kentucky, Local Ferry Authority, and the Ferry Operator renewed the two year agreement to maintain the ferry service. This agreement will expand funding and ensure transparency for state-funded transportation. The contract...
Eddyville crash leaves one injured
Eddyville Police responded to a two-car collision on an intersection of U.S. 62 in Eddyville on June 24. According to a police report, 17-year-old Jacob Matchen of Eddyville was traveling east bound on U.S. 62 when he disregarded a traffic stop and collided with a north bound vehicle driven by 54-year-old Billy Coursey of Eddyville. Both cars sustained severe damage.
Steven W. Bohannan, 72
Steven W. Bohannan, age 72, of Eddyville, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, June 27, 2024, at his home. Steven was born on Friday, May 16, 1952, in St. Louis, Missouri to Alvin and Lucille Bohannan. He dedicated 23 years to military service, with valor during Desert Storm, and pursued higher education to achieve a Master’s degree in his field. He was a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist for thirty five years. Steven’s career was marked by a deep commitment to serving his country and caring for his fellow soldiers with both skill and compassion. Beyond his professional life, he and his wife Gwen shared a love for travel, and he was proud to have gotten to visit the beaches of Normandy in 2019. Steven loved history, music, family and his dogs.
WLC Management Firm Donates $5,000 to Ferrell Hospital for Flood Recovery Efforts
Eldorado, Ill. — WLC Management Firm LLC, a dedicated supporter of community well-being, has announced a donation of $5,000 to Ferrell Hospital in Eldorado, Illinois, to aid in the ongoing flood recovery efforts. The donation underscores WLC’s commitment to supporting local institutions that are vital to community health and...
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