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Scott Ohnstad, 61, of Eddyville
A Private Celebration of Life for 61 year old Scott Robert Ohnstad of Eddyville will be held at a later date. King’s Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Whitney, Shelby, Ian, Ella, Owen, Zoey and Alanna. He was born in St. Paul Minnesota on April 25, 1963.
Beshear announces projects in Western KY worth $2.9 million
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Governor Andy Beshear announced funding from the Delta Regional Authority (DRA) for upcoming projects in Western Kentucky that will support workforce training and public infrastructure. The $2,950,657 in funding will go to four projects: Beshear said, “The DRA does amazing work for our families across Western Kentucky. Today, we celebrated projects […]
Venture River celebrates 31 years of splashes
EDDYVILLE — Since 1992, Venture River Water Park has been providing families with summer fun. Now entering its 31st season, a new generation of water park managers is coming up. Megan Blackburn is the hospitality manager at Venture River, a park that was built by her grandfather.
As Arrowleaf marks 50th anniversary, leaders look toward organization's future
VIENNA, Ill. — Arrowleaf, a nonprofit that supports people through challenging times, marked its 50th anniversary on Friday with a community gathering. More than 100 clients showed up to share their experiences and to hear what leaders have in store for the future. The organization supports more than 5,000...
Golconda among CDBG funding recipients
SPRINGFIELD — Gov. JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity (DCEO) announced Thursday, June 6, the recipients for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) for Public Infrastructure. A total of $41 million was awarded to 32 communities, which will support critical repairs to water, sewer...
Gov. Beshear presents millions in federal funds for western Kentucky
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – It was a day Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear calls “game-changing” for several western Kentucky communities with millions of dollars in federal funds awarded for projects in Webster, Henderson and Union counties. The money comes from the Delta Regional Authority (DRA), a federal-state partnership. Henderson Community College received $450,000 for their industrial […]
Indictments handed down in April case of drugs, stolen truck
A Marion man has been indicted on drug and other charges stemming from an April traffic stop in Lyon County. The Lyon County Grand Jury handed down the indictments against 33-year-old Jacob R. Walker of Marion, after he and his passenger, 35-year-old Mika R. Kitrel of Metropolis, were stopped driving an allegedly stolen truck.
Gov. Beshear Announces $2.9 Million for 4 Projects in Western Kentucky
CLAY, Ky. (June 20, 2024) – The Delta Regional Authority has authorized $2.95 million in funding to bolster economic development and improve public infrastructure in the Tri-County area. Gov. Andy Beshear joined federal and local officials on Thursday afternoon in Clay to celebrate $2,950, 657 in funding from the...
Caldwell Public Defender's office employee indicted for forgery, theft
An indictment from the Caldwell County Grand Jury alleges a former employee of the Public Defender's Office submitted false travel vouchers and took the money. A grand jury accused Jacqualine Nichole White of Princeton of submitting 59 false travel vouchers over eight months and taking over $7,000 in fraudulent payments.
Man wanted on out-of-state warrant taken into custody in Saline Co.
SALINE COUNTY, Ill. (KFVS) - A man wanted on an out-of-state warrant was taken into custody in Saline County on Thursday, June 20. According to a Facebook post by the Saline County Sheriff’s Office, they tried to serve the warrant on Wednesday, June 19 in the Carrier Mills area; however, the man ran from them.
Nearly $3 million to go to 4 projects in Kentucky
(KBSI) – Nearly $3 million will from the Delta Regional Authorties will go to four projects in Kentucky to bolster economic development and improve public infrastructure. Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear announced $2,950,657 in funding. In March, Gov. Beshear was named the States’ Co-Chair of the DRA. He was joined...
Illinois man killed in semi crash in Crittenden County
A semi crash along US 60 in Crittenden County claimed the life of an Illinois man. Kentucky State Police said that the crash occurred at about 11 p.m. near the Rush Creek Bridge at the Marion eastern city limit. Troopers said 61-year-old Shawn G. Colman of Clay County, Illinois was driving a tractor-trailer when the truck struck a utility pole and overturned. The Crittenden County Coroner pronounced Colman dead at the scene.
U.S. 60 reopened after deadly semi crash in Crittenden County, KY
CRITTENDEN COUNTY, Ky. (KBSI) – A man died in a tractor-trailer crash late Wednesday night in Crittenden County. Shawn G. Colman, 61, of Louisville was driving a 2025 Kenworth tractor-trailer eastbound on US 60 (Sturgis Road) at the east edge of Marion, Ky. when his vehicle left the right should of the road, struck a power pole and overturned, according to Kentucky State Police.
Governor Beshear and Delta Regional announce near $3 million investment
WEBSTER COUNTY, Ky. (WEVV) - Earlier today, Governor Andy Beshear alongside leaders from the Delta Regional Authority announced the investment of nearly $3 million dollars towards projects for three different counties in Western Kentucky. The Delta Regional Authority aims to encourages the development of new jobs and basic improvements to...
Obituary of Gerald J. Downey, Jr
Gerald J. Downey, Jr passed away, Wednesday, April 24th, 2024. He was born July 20th, 1935. Jerry retired from AT&T Telephone Company as Manager Electrical Engineer and from the United States Naval Reserves as CTM1. He was also 4th Degree member of the Knights of Columbus. Jerry retired to Hicks,...
Man who fled Harrison County courthouse during trial captured in Illinois
A man who fled the Harrison County courthouse just before a jury convicted him of sex crimes against a 7-year-old child has been captured. On May 28, 54-year-old Jimmy Joe Davis was being tried on one count of sexual battery and one count of touching of a child for lustful purposes. As the jury deliberated, Davis left the courthouse and failed to return after the jury reached their verdict.
Semi crash restricts U.S. 60 in Crittenden County traffic
CRITTENDEN COUNTY, KY — The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 1 reports a semi crash on U.S. 60, Sturgis Road, restricts traffic to one lane at the east edge of Marion in Crittenden County; it is estimated to be closed until 6:45 a.m. The crash caused several downed power lines...
PHOTOS – Caldwell County vs Paducah Tilghman (Summer Hoops)
The Caldwell County Tigers and Paducah Tilghman met up Wednesday afternoon in summer basketball action at Mayfield High School. The Blue Tornado came away with a 54-40 win. Here is a YSE gallery of shots from the game.
Sen. Fowler to Host ICash Event June 25 in Harrisburg
HARRISBURG – State Senator Dale Fowler (R-Harrisburg) is working with the Illinois State Treasurer’s Office to host an ICash program event on Tuesday, June 25, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Harrisburg District Library. It’s located at 2 W. Walnut St. in Harrisburg. Area residents...
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