Graves County Commissioner Tyler Goodman said that the joint city-county park, which is 17 acres and located south of the YMCA, entered an inter-local agreement last year to develop the area into a soccer complex.

Despite storms headed to the region, many across the area are in high hopes that their Fourth of July celebrations will still go as planned.

Bob’s Drive-In on the southside of Paducah celebrated 75 years in business on Wednesday with a couple of hours of free ice cream and fun for the family.

A local car show held June 8 raised $9,000, which organizers donated Wednesday in the form of a giant check to the local chapter of the Disabled American Veterans. 

As many prepare for July 4 celebrations and fireworks, the Marshall County Humane Society is sharing ways to keep pets safe and calm.

Attendees of the grand opening events can learn about the organization's services, tour the facilities, and ask the staff questions. The public is invited to attend.

Paducah Water is working to restore the city’s aging water infrastructure and has worked to do so for several years. While upgrading the water infrastructure system, the company faces challenges like staffing and declining water sales.

The visitors would drive 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. Learn what organizers feel is most important about the event.

In an effort to reinforce the city's policies around celebratory gunfire, the Cape Girardeau Police Department has announced plans to deploy patrol officers to areas of the city known for illegal celebratory gunfire and intends to arrest those caught discharging firearms in public.

The Fulton County Fiscal Court will receive $200,000 to repair landslides on Beech Grove Road in southwest Fulton County, KYTC announced Wednesday. The county will receive 50% of the funds for initial expenses, and the remainder when the work is complete. The county will cover 20% of the cost.

Marcus M. Nelson, 42, admitted to selling meth on two instances to an informant who told Drug Enforcement Administration agents about past meth purchases.

For people who have air conditioning during hot conditions, it can be bearable. For the homeless without the same access, it's uncomfortable and even dangerous.

On July 2, detectives with the McCracken County Sheriff’s Office and the Paducah Police Department arrested 31-year-old Jessica Rogers for trafficking methamphetamine.

WASHINGTON D.C. — Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear is among other Democratic governors traveling to Washington, D.C. on Wednesday to speak with President Joe Biden about the current presidential race, Louisville news station WAVE reports. 

In June, a pair of friends were hospitalized after splitting a chocolate bar on a trip to Kentucky Lake — and in the weeks since, more cases have come to light.

After having been endorsed by the FDA in early June, Donanemab, an Alzheimer's medication, was approved by the FDA on July 2.

The Obion County Sheriff's Office has announced the death of its K9 Rowdy. He was the partner to Sgt. Stacey Bostwick.

A first-of-its-kind laser enrichment facility could be coming to Paducah. It would turn the depleted uranium "tails" in storage at the former Paducah Gaseous Diffusion Plant site into reusable fuel. It could also boost Paducah’s economy in the process.

The 14th annual Stuff the Bus school supply drive is set for July 20, and members of the public are encouraged to volunteer, donate supplies, or give a monetary donation to the cause. The drive will collect backpacks and other school supplies for local children.

Kentucky Republican Sen. Mitch McConnell visited Murray on Tuesday to speak about his view of the current state of the world and nation, including foreign policy, military defense, and the presidential election.

Long-term residential addiction recovery program Lifeline Recovery Center has released renderings of its 45-acre campus planned for McCracken County.

Four orphaned owls were released into the wild Tuesday after being rescued and cared for in captivity.

The Paducah Area Chamber of Commerce will host a luncheon and workshop for local businesses interested in participating in the cleanup effort of the former Paducah Gaseous Diffusion Plant at the U.S. Department of Energy’s Paducah Site.

The City of Carbondale Police Department is requesting public assistance finding two men wanted in connection with an April shooting. Law enforcement had not located either one as of Tuesday. 

A contractor for KYTC will prepare for milling and paving work Tuesday on U.S. 62/Blandville Road in western McCracken County. The work is expected to take two weeks to complete.

U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) visited Murray, Kentucky on Tuesday. 

On July 2 the Illinois Department of Public Health expanded the list of high-risk ZIP codes, increasing mandatory testing for lead exposure of children who live within those areas.

“Colleen Davis believes that every Kentuckian deserves a fair shot,” Beshear said. “She has a clear desire to change Kentucky for the better, which is why voters must send her to Frankfort this November.” 

On July 1, the "Mutt"Cracken County Lemonade Stand set up shop to raise funds for the McCracken County Humane Society and the McGangsters.

After a months-long search, Marshall County Schools Superintendent Bill Thorpe began his tenure in the role Monday and laid out his plan for the rest of the summer and upcoming school year.

Gov. Andy Beshear delivered remarks Monday in Frankfort at an event commemorating 100 years of Kentucky State Parks and spoke afterward about the debate and his prospects for becoming the 47th president of the United States.

Gov. Andy Beshear spoke along with state tourism and parks leaders Monday to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Kentucky State Parks at an event that sought to recognize the importance of supporting and investing in the parks.

The Planning Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals will have a meeting at 6 p.m., Wednesday, July 5, in the City Council Chambers, Room 108.

 The McCracken County Sports Tourism Commission will hold a meeting at 4 p.m., Wednesday, July 3, at the McCracken County Courthouse, in Meeting Room A.

With chances of storms and heat on the Fourth of July, some areas will prepare for rain just in case, including the city of Paducah, which hosts its annual July Fourth celebration on Paducah's riverfront. Find out what the city will do in case of rain.

In response to recent bear sightings, Caldwell County Animal Control has urged residents to exercise caution when outdoors. Learn what animal control recommends if you encounter a black bear.

KYTC has planned an extended closure of KY 1731/Waterfield Drive in Clinton to repair concrete pavement. The closure began at 7 a.m. Monday and is expected to reopen at 3 p.m. Wednesday, July 10. 

The Charleston Department of Public Safety responded early Monday morning to reports of six people shot near the intersection of Vine Street and Sy Williams Street. None of the six shooting victims had life threatening injuries.

The Graves County Sheriff's Office responded Sunday to reports of an armed man making threats and allegedly pointing a firearm at people attending a Fourth of July celebration.

Early on July 1, the Supreme Court ruled that Donald Trump may claim immunity from criminal prosecution for some of the actions he took in the waning days of his presidency — not long after, U.S. Senate Majority Whip Dick Durbin responded.

In case you missed the dog walking forecast, here's some more pet-friendly news!

The impact of the first presidential debate is still being felt, and there's been plenty of speculation around Andy Beshear's place in the fallout.

The Mercy Health Paducah Cancer Center is celebrating its grand opening by inviting the community to an open house from 10 a.m. until noon on July 13, at 285 Medical Center Dr., Paducah, KY 42003.

KYTC District 2 plans to close a section of KY 126 in Caldwell County until October to facilitate the demolition and replacement of the Burns Creek Bridge starting Monday, July 8.

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 1 plans to close a section of KY 1731 in the city of Clinton Hickman County to make concrete pavement repairs starting at 7 a.m. on Monday, July 1.

More than two dozen top Democratic officials, political operatives and donors tied to Biden and to many of the people most discussed as potential substitutes including names like Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker and Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear.

KYTC District 1 plans to open both lanes of traffic on the Tennessee River Bridge for the upcoming holiday and is providing additional alternate routes to help make your holiday travel more comfortable.

The Carbondale Police Department reports a suspect was arrested in connection to shooting earlier this month on Saturday, June 29. The investigation is ongoing.

The Cave-In-Rock Ferry will stay in service as an agreement between its operator and the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet has been reached.