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Eddyville man killed in Lyon Co. I-24 head-on collision
Kentucky State Police are investigating a fatal collision in Lyon County. According to a news release, the crash happened just after 5 p.m. on Monday near the 42-mile marker of Interstate 24 in Lyon County when a vehicle operated by 54-year-old Brent Burban of Eddyville that was heading eastbound crossed the median and into the westbound lanes for an unknown reason.
Kentucky State Police Investigating Fatal Collision in Lyon County
– Kentucky State Police (KSP), Post 1 was notified shortly after 5:00pm CT on Monday, July 8th of a two vehicle collision near the 42 mile marker on I-24 in Lyon County. The collision claimed the life of a Lyon County man. Preliminary investigation revealed that Brent Burban, 54 years...
Crash on I-24 in Lyon County claims life of Eddyville man
A crash Monday along I-24 in Lyon County claimed the life of an Eddyville man. Kentucky State Police said that the crash happened at about 5 p.m. on Monday near the 42-mile marker. Troopers said a van driven by 28-year-old Evan Ralph of Ellicott City, Maryland, crossed the median and...
Tips for a fun family night in July
The following is a special release from Cheri Burcham, U of I Extension Family Life educator. The author is Debbie McClellan, retired Extension educator. During July, you can celebrate the traditions that have been passed down in your family and also start a few new ones. Taking a break from the summer sporting events and activities to spend some relaxed time together as a family can be a way to reconnect. Instead of going out for the evening, why not schedule a “family night in?”
Shawnee Chapter Illinois Audubon Society to celebrate annual Hummingbird Day
GOLCONDA — Shawnee Chapter Illinois Audubon Society is hosting the annual Hummingbird Day 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, July 27 at their War Bluff Valley Wildlife Sanctuary, 228 Bushwack Rd. Everyone is welcome to attend, learn something new, share stories and celebrate these little jewels of the sky, a...
Patricia Ann Bowman Heflin
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Patricia Ann Bowman Heflin, who passed away on July 3, 2024, at the age of 71. She was born Aug. 13, 1952, in Moline, Illinois. She grew up in Southern Illinois and later moved to South Carolina and then San Antonio, Texas.
Jerry M. Sullenger
Jerry M. Sullenger, 82, of Princeton, passed away on July 11, at Princeton Nursing and Rehabilitation. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, July 13, at Morgan’s Funeral Home with Bro. David Royalty officiating and Bro. Israel Brooks assisting. Burial will follow in Mapleview Cemetery in Marion, Kentucky. Visitation will be held from 10 a.m. until service time on Saturday, July 13, at Morgan’s Funeral Home.
Road closure planned for State Road 64 in Gibson Co.
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) has announced a road closure for State Road 64 in Gibson County. INDOT says beginning on or around July 15, crews will close State Road 64 in Princeton. This closure will occur between North Center Street and the nearby railroad tracks. This closure will allow […]
Livingston County Fair continues through Saturday
The Livingston County Fair continues this week through Saturday in Smithland. Tuesday features exhibit entries open from 9am til noon. Bingo will be held at 7 p.m. Thursday is Family Night with an ice cream contest. Entries start making ice cream at 5, ice and salt provided. Judging will take place at 7, then free samples will be given to the public. There will also be live music by Carson Denfip. from 7-9. Friday includes the Enduro Derby at 7.
Boom, Boom, Birdie at the Chrisney Golf Course
The annual Fourth of July Picnic at the Chrisney Golf Course welcomed crowds to a pleasantly cool evening for fireworks, music, food and fun. This year’s fireworks show included about $6,500 worth of pyrotechnics, all from Smoking Joe’s Fireworks in Sturgis, KY. As it has for the last nine years, the show was headed by local veterans Steve Richardt and Jason Probus, along with friends and family. Steve and Jason have been putting on these performances for 16 years, starting out as a private show at Jason’s house before accepting an invitation to take over the annual show at the golf course.
Brownfield Ag Weather Today
Hot weather will prevail nearly nationwide during the next several days, with temperatures broadly approaching or reaching 100°F during the weekend and early next week as far north as the northern and central Plains, western and southern Corn Belt, and middle Atlantic States. In addition, above-normal temperatures will persist in much of the western U.S. […]
VIDEO – Thomas Sees Opportunity with Caldwell Basketball
Malissa Thomas has signed up for a second run as head coach of the Caldwell County Lady Tiger basketball team. CCHS announced on Thursday that Thomas will be the new coach of the Lady Tigers, replacing David Brown, who spent just one year in Princeton. Thomas is a former standout...
No injuries reported in Tuesday tornado
A 'large' tornado touched down Tuesday afternoon in Uniontown Kentucky and crossed the Ohio River into Mt. Vernon Indiana; the twister caused severe damage to commercial structures but no injuries were reported. Wednesday morning brought clear weather to begin a massive undertaking — cleaning up damage from the Tuesday afternoon...
'Project One': Princeton Art Guild announces next show
Come out to the Princeton Art Guild from July 9 to August 30 this summer to see their latest exhibit — Project One, a Thea Burtch Art Exhibition in the Charles Alvin Lisanby Gallery. An Artist Reception will be held on Saturday, July 13, from 1 p.m. to 2:30...
Fredonia celebrates independence with a bang
FREDONIA — July 3, residents of Fredonia, Kentucky prepared for thousands to flood into their town of less than 400 later that night. The visitors drove in for the city’s popular Fourth of July celebration, held each year on July 3, which event organizers said has drawn crowds of 6,000 to 7,000 in the past.
Johnston City native is new SIC softball coach
HARRISBURG — Former Johnston City High School standout Tabitha “Tabby” Wlliams is the new Southeastern Illinois College head softball coach it was announced this week. Williams, 44, was the starting shortstop for an Indians team that placed second at the state tournament in 1998. She went on to play two years of ball at John A. Logan College, where she earned her associate’s degree and certification in medical transcriptions.
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