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Friday WMOK News Check Yellow Sheet – Metropolis and Massac County News – July 18, 2024
600 Flag Display - Community Assistance Requested for Take Down. (WMOK) Metropolis, IL – The impressive display of 600 three by five foot flags, set up on Wednesday to honor Tech Sgt William Luster Leukering, will be taken down today, and volunteers are needed to assist. Those available to...
Benton man jailed on drug related charges
A Benton man was arrested Thursday on an indictment warrant issued by Marshall Circuit Court. The Marshall County Sheriff's Office said 49 year old Bobby Williams was charged with trafficking in a controlled susbstance-methamphetamine and trafficking in a controlled susbstance, second or greater offense for opiates.
Paducah man facing several charges after police chase
MCCRACKEN COUNTY, Ky. (KBSI) – A Paducah man faces several charges after sheriff’s deputies say he ran away from a deputy during a traffic stop. Christopher Burrow, 39, of Paducah faces charges of no operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol, operating on a suspended/revoked license, speeding 26+ miles per hour over speed limit, possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of marijuana, possession of controlled substance (cocaine), fleeing and evading police (motor vehicle & on foot), disregarding stop sign and no tail lamps.
Bike rally continues in Sturgis this weekend
STURGIS, Ind. (WFIE) - The Sturgis Bike Rally returned to the Tri-State this week. The Kentucky Bike Rally started Wednesday and runs through Sunday. Crews are expecting heavy traffic along Highway 60 in the Sturgis area and roads around the Union County Fairgrounds. 14 News spoke to one man who...
New organization brings free family fun to Paducah neighborhoods
PADUCAH — A new organization aims to expand social circles in Paducah one event at a time. Community Paducah is creating fun, inclusive events that are, most importantly, free of charge. They're spreading their events out all across Paducah. Organizers Cheryl Goodwin and Ruth Baggett say they wanted to...
Farming and food prices 2024
Low market costs bring lower profits for area farmers despite strong crop yields. Despite strong crop yields this year, Edwards Farms in Paducah expects to take in $150,000 less than it did in 2023. Third generation farmer Daniel Edwards spoke Friday about the impact that major economic trends are having on small-scale farmers like himself.
Murray Police Department conducting sobriety checkpoints
MURRAY, KY — The Murray Police Department announced on Friday, July 19, that they will conduct sobriety checkpoints. According to the police department, checkpoints are conducted to promote driver safety and deter individuals from driving under the influence. The Murray Police Department did not provide the dates they are...
Paducah man arrested after being found with a stolen vehicle, registration plate
PADUCAH, Ky. (KFVS) - A Paducah man with a lengthy criminal history was arrested after being found in possession of a stolen vehicle and a stolen registration plate. On Thursday, July 18, Officer Seth Farthing with the Paducah Police Department responded to a local business in the 1500 block of Irvin Cobb Drive for a report of a stolen license plate.
Paducah 17-year-old Audreya White opens second business
PADUCAH — Audreya White is an upcoming senior at Paducah Tilghman High School. Like many of her classmates, she is preparing for college applications and her last year of high school. What sets White apart from other 17-year-olds — she has two businesses. A7 Smoothies is a shop...
Baptist Health Louisville among Ky’s best in U.S. News rankings
LOUISVILLE — For the eighth consecutive year, Baptist Health has a hospital ranked among the top five in Kentucky, with Baptist Health Louisville tying for the #3 spot in the 2024-25U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals listings. Hospitals awarded a “Best” designation excelled at factors such as clinical...
Hoppers Drop Third Straight With 12-2 Decision at Paducah
On Thursday, the Hoptown Hoppers continued a late-season slide with a 12-2 seven-inning setback against the host Paducah Chiefs. The Hoppers dropped to 17-20 ahead of a doubleheader against the Fulton Railroaders to wrap up the regular season on Saturday. The Chiefs took control in their opening at-bat, chasing Hoptown...
Heartland organizations respond to global technology outage
(KFVS) - A widespread technology outage led to an outage at several organizations around the world early Friday morning, July 19. We reached out to several organizations in the Heartland to see if they were affected. Hospitals. According to Mercy Southeast in Cape Girardeau, they were “not directly impacted by...
Hoppers’ Armour, Sisson Named to 2024 All OVL Team
A pair of Hoptown Hopper pitchers made the 2024 All OVL Team list released on Thursday. The Paducah Chiefs led the way with five players named to the team nominated and elected by the OVL head coaches. For the Hoppers, Lincoln Memorial University sophomore Payton Armour and Hanover College’s Dalton...
Challenge House celebrates AT&T Program graduates
Challenge House celebrated its fourteenth annual AT&T (Attitude, Training and Teamwork) Program graduating class on Friday. The two-week program features workforce and employment learning opportunities for teenagers. The 10 teens enrolled participated in workforce enrichment classes, resume and interview preparation, job shadowing and hands-on demonstrations. At Friday’s ceremony, the graduates...
Concert hosted in Downtown Russellville to benefit Stuff the Bus Foundation
RUSSELLVILLE, Ky. (WBKO) - Downtown Russellville hosted a concert by the Fortunate Sons benefitting the Stuff the Bus Foundation of Southern Kentucky. All the ticket money is being donated to the foundation to benefit students in Logan County. The money will be used to purchase supplies like backpacks, pencils, and toiletries for Logan County students in need.
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