Kentucky motorists drive into 2018 paying more at pump

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West central Kentucky gas prices increased by 4 cents during the week, averaging at $2.374 per gallon according to AAA East Central’s gas price report. Across the Great Lakes and Central region, gas prices have increased as much as

Byars to seek re-election to Sheriff’s position

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Three-term incumbent Kevin Byars on Tuesday, Jan. 2 announced his intent to seek re-election as Marshall County Sheriff. Byars filed papers in the Marshall County Clerk’s office Tuesday morning. A native of Marshall County, Byars began his

Ava Nell Schroader

Mrs. Ava Nell Schroader, age 94 of Benton, KY died on Tuesday, January 2, 2018, at Calvert City Convalescent Center in Calvert City, KY. She was a retired cafeteria cook for the Marshall County School System and

Forward by Paula Harrington

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Your word is a lamp for my feet and a light on my path. Psalm 119:105 Is anyone else concerned with how quickly the past year went by? I don’t want to create mass hysteria, but this

Calvert City Police Report January 2, 2018

The following people were arrested by the Calvert City Police Department: Ella Marie Bailey, 18, of 618 Madison Street, STE 200, Paducah was charged on December 31, 2017 with unlawful transaction with a minor 3rd degree.

Kentucky’s 2018 legislative session begins today

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FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) – The second year of Republican rule in Kentucky begins this week as lawmakers return to Frankfort for a 60-day legislative session. Republicans used their first year in power to pass dozens of laws that

New Immunizations Required for Kentucky Students

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SHERPERDSVILLE, Ky. (AP) — School officials around the state are encouraging parents to begin preparing for new immunization requirements for school children. The law takes effect with the 2018-19 school year and requires all students to receive