Demolition begins, construction on horizon for H.H. Lovett Park pool house

The face of H.H. Lovett Park took a dramatic shift this week, when crews demolished the old pool house at the Benton City Pool to prepare for construction of a new facility. Benton Mayor Rita Dotson said
Benton man facing charges after taking, crashing patrol car during assault arrest

A Benton man is in custody after police say he was initially arrested on domestic violence charges and then stole a patrol car and fled as officers spoke with alleged victims. According to Benton Police Department, Daniel
Reader: U of L an institution out of control

Editor, The former UL president is under investigation for mishandling millions of dollars of funds. His associates also are under fire. The former board of trustees was so corrupt the entire board was fired by our governor
Op-ed: Standing with Israel

By James Comer Congressman During Congress’ annual August recess period, I had the opportunity to travel to Israel with fellow Members of Congress on an educational trip focused on foreign policy and national security issues. As I
Cross Country hosts Mad Marshal Dash

A twist on the traditional cross-country meet, the Mad Marshal Dash splits the runners into two group, group A and group B, then separate twice during the race, actually crossing paths before coming back together for the finish in
Extension services team up to offer beekeeping workshop
Area Extension offices are teaming up to provide local beekeeping enthusiasts with the educational tools needed to raise successful hives. Beekeeping has become a popular past time for many in the area, and enthusiasts are a diverse
Graduation rate, Advanced Placement and ACT scores rise in Kentucky

(FRANKFORT, KY) – The percentage of Kentucky public school students graduating from high school continued to increase; more students took rigorous Advanced Placement tests and earned a qualifying score of 3 or higher; and students scored higher
2007 Marshals to be honored at Homecoming October 20th
Marshall County Football Alumni will honor the 10th anniversary of the 2007 district championship. Members of the team will be honored during the homecoming game vs. Apollo on Friday, October 20th. They won their first round Class