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Homeless & Housing Coalition of Kentucky on tour
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – It’s a pressing issue for many Americans and even more so for those who live on the streets, homelessness and affordable housing. The Homeless & Housing Coalition of Kentucky came to town on Wednesday to talk with those who have a vested interest in affordable housing and homelessness and hoping to get some insight on how to fix a big problem in Kentucky. Adrienne Bush and George Eklund with the Homeless & Housing Coalition of Kentucky and the Coalition for the Homeless in Louisville have traveled to Louisville, Lexington, Paducah and Bowling Green so far but still have two more stops to make in northern Kentucky and Morehead to finish out their tour.
Local officials hope latest truancy bill increases attendance in Kentucky schools
PADUCAH — Kentucky’s latest truancy law requires that schools alert the county attorney’s office when a student has 15 or more unexcused absences. House Bill 611, which took effect this month, is meant to combat a rise in truancy throughout the state — where close to 30% of students were absent for 10% or more of the 2022-2023 school year.
With Harris' hat in the ring, local women and girls say they feel inspired
PADUCAH — Born in the 1950s, Melenie Nunn remembers women playing a different role. When she was growing up, it was uncommon to see women in leadership roles — especially women of color. Decades later, Nunn is watching as Kamala Harris is on the campaign trail. Nunn is...
Georgia doctor, CEO accused of failing to spot brain tumor has Kentucky license revoked
The Kentucky Board of Medical Licensure released an order on Monday revoking the license of a doctor accused of failing to diagnose a brain tumor while working for a western Kentucky hospital.
Welcome move to boost child protection in Kentucky trips over conflicting views of the law
Increasingly worried about suspected abuse of her young grandson, Michelle Tynes said she battled for years with Kentucky social service workers to act on what she said was the deplorable situation in the Western Kentucky home where he and four other children lived. “I made multiple reports,” said Tynes, who eventually won full custody of […]
Arrowleaf to Celebrate Opening of New Metropolis Office Monday
METROPOLIS – Arrowleaf will hold a grand opening and ribbon cutting for its new Metropolis office Monday at noon. It’s located at 501 Catherine St. Everyone is invited to attend. This site expansion was made possible through grant funding from the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services...
Paducah Sport Park leaders clarify Stuart Nelson Memorial plans
PADUCAH — Following the groundbreaking of the Paducah Sports Park, members of the Paducah Historical Preservation Group questioned if the Stuart Nelson Memorial was still included in the park design. Stuart Nelson was a World War I veteran, civil rights activist, and the first Black president of Dillard and...
Excitement grows for Eighth of August Emancipation Celebration
PADUCAH — The kickoff of Paducah's Eighth of August Emancipation Celebration is just days away. This year's theme is "Heroes Among Us: Salute to Service." The local holiday is a chance to remember when news of the Emancipation Proclamation finally reached western Kentucky, Aug. 8, and enslaved people were freed.
Commissioners give Paducah residents new option to pay property taxes
The Paducah Board of Commissioners has passed an ordinance giving taxpayers an additional way to pay city real estate or property taxes. At Tuesday's meeting, Commissioners gave passage to a measure that would implement what they call Interactive Voice Response for the paying of tax bills over the phone. The number would make paying property and real estate taxes available at any time. Taxpayers could use the Interactive Voice Response and pay with an electronic check or credit card without having to give that information to someone in the city finance office.
Portion of Greenway Trail to close for repairs
Beginning Thursday, August 1, a short section of Paducah's Greenway Trail will close to the public to allow crews to replace sections of concrete. The section of trail to be closed is along the 1900 block of North 8th Street near Paducah Water. The contractor, Harper Construction, will be replacing...
Creative Cultural Council plans Southside art
Creative and Cultural Council discusses Southside Paducah art. 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.
Groundbreaking held at Paducah Sports Park
PADUCAH, Ky. (KBSI) – Paducah unveils a complex that could bring in more than $100 million in revenue. The Paducah Sports Park held a groundbreaking ceremony Monday. It is a collaborative project with McCracken County to make the location a regional destination for athletic tournaments. City leaders hope to...
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