Kentucky Public Library Association Promotes Summer Reading for Families Statewide
Kentucky, USA – May 7, 2024 – As summer approaches, the Kentucky Public Library Association (KPLA) urges families throughout the commonwealth to engage in the enriching activity of summer reading. With a wide array of programs and
Bill Thorpe named new Superintendent of Marshall County Schools
Marshall County Schools Bill Thorpe has been named the new superintendent of Marshall County Schools.Thorpe will start his new role on July 1, 2024. Thorpe will replace Dr. Steve Miracle, who has served as superintendent since June
Gov. Beshear Asks Kentuckians To Prepare for Severe Weather
OFFICE OF GOVERNOR ANDY BESHEAR Storms that can produce large hail, strong winds and tornadoes expected Tuesday into Thursday FRANKFORT, Ky. (May 7, 2024) – Today, Gov. Andy Beshear held a news conference at the state Capitol to
Tennis celebrates Senior Night with win over Murray

Marshall County tennis celebrated Senior Night on Monday in a home match against Murray High. The girls’ team won 5-4 and the boy’s beat the Tigers 6-1. Three wins in singles play for the girls came from
Rachelle L. Johnson, 57
Rachelle L. Johnson, devoted mother, nana, and friend passed away on Sunday, May 5, 2024, with her family by her side at the age of 57. Born April 24, 1967, to Donnie and Margie Lange. Rachelle will
Jesse Allen Hall Sr., 61
Jesse Allen Hall Sr., 61, of Kevil passed away on Saturday, May 4, 2024, at his residence with his family by his side. Jesse was a crane operator. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and hunting for arrowheads. Surviving
John Ritchie Jr, 81
John Ritchie Jr, 81, of Paducah, passed away Friday, May 3, 2024 at Southgate Nursing and Rehab in Metropolis. John was a loving dad and grandfather who made sure his family was always taken care of. He
Kevin J. Yarbrough, 64
Kevin J. Yarbrough, age 64, of Paducah, Kentucky, passed away at 10:57 a.m. Sunday, May 5, 2024 at Lourdes Hospital. Kevin was born on October 2, 1958 to Curtis Edwin Yarbrough and Ruth Ellington Yarbrough. Kevin was
Charlotte Ann Mattingly Tyler, 88
Charlotte Ann Mattingly Tyler, aged 88, gained her heavenly wings on May 4th, 2024. Born on July 14th, 1935 to Mary Askins and John Merlin Mattingly, and raised in Hardinsburg, Kentucky, Charlotte exemplified resilience, compassion, and strength
Ms. Benita Bennett, 87
Ms. Benita Bennett, age 87, of Mayfield passed away on Saturday, May 4, 2024 at Life Care of LaCenter in LaCenter, KY. She was of the Church of Christ faith and the retired owner / operator of