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TrafficI-69 lane restrictions and a KY 795 closure are expected in Marshall County Nov. 8-14If you're driving through Marshall County next week, expect lane restrictions on I-69 and a closed stretch of KY 795, according to the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet's District 1 office. The I-69 asphalt project runs from mile point 24.9 near Mayfield to just south of Exit 41 at Benton.Saturday’s editionRead High School FootballPaducah Tilghman advances at 11-0 as Marion County forfeits its playoff gamePaducah Tilghman gets Friday night off. The Knights told Coach Thompson they have to forfeit the Class 4A first-round game, so the Blue Tornado move on to the second round. Thompson feels for the Marion seniors, but he's focused on getting his team healthy after a physical finale at Christian County. A night off is not a bad way to heal up.Saturday’s editionRead High School SportsPaducah Tilghman advances in the playoffs after Marion County forfeitsIf you had Friday night circled for Tilghman football, here's the twist: the Blue Tornado won't play. Marion County told Coach Thompson the Knights have to forfeit the Class 4A first-round game. That sends Tilghman to the second round and keeps the team perfect at 11-0.Friday’s editionRead HealthBaptist Health Paducah gets 185 patient repositioners donated by its foundationIf you or someone you love ends up in a bed at Baptist Health Paducah, the nurses have a new helper. The Baptist Health Foundation Paducah donated 185 Hercules Patient Repositioners, according to a news release. They attach to existing hospital beds.Friday’s editionRead DowntownPaducah's new veterans crosswalk is finished ahead of Veterans DayIf you're headed downtown, look down near City Hall. Crews painted the crosswalk Monday, and the city says it's now complete.Thursday’s editionRead EducationMurray State and WKCTC sign an agreement creating two engineering degree pathwaysIf you're eyeing a technical career in western Kentucky's growing nuclear sector, there's a new route. Murray State University and West Kentucky Community and Technical College signed an agreement Nov. 3 at Murray State's Paducah Regional Campus.Wednesday’s editionRead High School SportsMcCracken County sweeps Christian County in the opening round of the state volleyball tournamentThe host Lady Mustangs are moving on. McCracken County beat Christian County in straight sets Monday night in Paducah, ending Christian County's first volleyball season and its school-first trip to the state tournament.Wednesday’s editionRead Local SportsKuttawa's Matt Robertson wins a record $1.25 million at a bass fishing world championshipMatt Robertson of Kuttawa won $1.25 million in the inaugural "The Champions" Bass Fishing World Championship in Nashville, a record payout. He won with five catches of 20 pounds and 2 ounces.Tuesday’s editionRead

Around Paducah

From WPSD Local 6, KFVS12 and 7 more newsrooms, gathered by 6AM News, 6AM City’s local news service, in the last two days.

  1. WPSD Local 62 hours ago

    Murray State pulls away from Northwestern State to reopen CFSB Center in home opener

  2. KFVS126 hours ago

    Lifeline Recovery Center in Paducah celebrates largest ever graduating class

    With 64 graduates walking across the stage, Lifeline Recovery Center in Paducah, Kentucky celebrated its largest graduating class ever.

  3. Kentucky Today7 hours ago

    Pastors may struggle with burnout but help is closer than you realize

    PADUCAH, Ky. (KT) – Burnout is not a new reality. In fact, one Kentucky pastor believes it is biblically normal and might even be a necessary spiritual stage of life.

  4. WPSD Local 68 hours ago

    Santa arrives at Kentucky Oaks Mall

  5. WPSD Local 68 hours ago

    McCrack-Con hosted at McCracken County Public Library

  6. WPSD Local 68 hours ago

    Quilts of Valor ceremony held at National Quilt Museum

  7. WPSD Local 68 hours ago

    Art auction hopes to break mental health stigma

  8. WPSD Local 69 hours ago

    McCrack-Con grows as Paducah fans celebrate gaming, anime and pop culture

    McCrack-Con is back for its third year at the McCracken County Public Library, bringing together the community for what Library Director Justin Brasher says is a cheap and close-by alternative

  9. WPSD Local 610 hours ago

    Veterans receive handmade quilts at the National Quilt museum

    Veterans were honored Saturday at the National Quilt Museum in Paducah, where they received handmade quilts during a Quilts of Valor ceremony ahead of Veterans Day.

  10. WPSD Local 610 hours ago

    Four Rivers Behavioral Health hosts art auction to break mental health stigma

    Four Rivers Behavioral Health aimed to break stigmas at its Art For Healing Auction and Wellness Event on Saturday, Nov. 7.

  11. Spectrum News Lexington19 hours ago

    Daviess County activates first White Flag shelter of the season

    Daviess County’s first White Flag activation opens the Daniel Pitino Shelter overnight in Owensboro as freezing temperatures raise health risks.

  12. WKDZ Radio20 hours ago

    Bruce Bullard, 82, of Christian County

  13. WFIW20 hours ago

    FREEZE WARNING

    Forecasters at the National Weather Service in Paducah, Kentucky have issued another Freeze Warning for Wayne, Hamilton, Jefferson, Franklin and Salin...

    Also reported byThe Owensboro Times

  14. Kentucky Today20 hours ago

    Ky. high school playoff scores

    KHSAA playoffs

  15. The Paducah SunYesterday

    Good hunting, fishing times

    Solunar tables indicate peak fish and game activity times.

  16. The Paducah SunYesterday

    Students explore health careers at Murray State; Nearly 200 eighth graders take part in hands-on activities

    Nearly 200 local students lined the halls of Murray State University’s Paducah campus Friday, watching lungs inflate and trying their hands in numerous healthcare practices.

  17. The Paducah SunYesterday

    The rut: Procreation urges stir the deer ranks nowadays

    For deer hunters, it’s often hormones that make it happen.

  18. The Paducah SunYesterday

    McCracken County Public Library new releases

    Here are the new releases coming to the McCracken County Public Library in the week ahead.

  19. The Paducah SunYesterday

    Less than 40% of voters turn out for the McCracken election; Voter turnout typical of nonpresidential elections

    As is typical for nonpresidential elections, less than 40% of registered McCracken County voters cast their ballots during the Nov. 3 general election, according to unofficial numbers provided by the

  20. The Paducah SunYesterday

    Pet of the Week: Dolly

    This week’s Pet of the Week is Willie, who the McCracken County Humane Society said is a 2-year-old Lab mix.

  21. The Paducah SunYesterday

    IN OUR SCHOOLS

  22. The Paducah SunYesterday

    Mulched leaves are free fertilizer

    Trees are worth their weight in gold. They beautify our homes while cooling them in the summer and warming them in the winter, and add value to the home. We

  23. The Paducah SunYesterday

    Gun season: The big one opens next Saturday

    Next Saturday brings Kentucky’s headliner outdoor event, the modern firearms deer season.

  24. WPSD Local 6Nov. 6

    Gridiron Glory 2026 Week 12 - Part 3

  25. The Paducah SunNov. 6

    Scores around town

  26. WPSD Local 6Nov. 6

    Gridiron Glory Week 12: High school football playoff scores and highlights

    Check out the scores and highlights from week 12 of Gridiron Glory below, including the opening round of the playoffs in Kentucky and Tennessee, and the second round of playoffs

  27. WPSD Local 6Nov. 6

    11/6 Gridiron Glory

    PADUCAH, Ky. — Check out the scores and highlights from week 12 of Gridiron Glory below, including the opening round of the playoffs in Kentucky and Tennessee, and the second

  28. WPSD Local 6Nov. 6

    Washington Street Warming Center opens for fall

  29. WPSD Local 6Nov. 6

    Marshall County public schools hosts Stuff the Truck donation drive

  30. WPSD Local 6Nov. 6

    Students learn about various healthcare careers

  31. The Paducah SunNov. 6

    Kentucky survives scare, defeats James Madison 89-80

    Kentucky basketball avoided disaster, beating James Madison 89-90 inside Rupp Arena on Friday.

  32. WPSD Local 6Nov. 6

    Grand Rivers kicking off Christmas celebrations with lighted parade

  33. WPSD Local 6Nov. 6

    Dancin' Divas Paducah Fundraiser

  34. The Paducah SunNov. 6

    Friends of McCracken library kicked off its Fall Library Book Sale

    The Friends of McCracken County Public Library kicked off its Fall Library Book Sale on Friday at St. Paul Lutheran Church, located at 211 S. 21st St. in Paducah. The

    Also reported byWPSD Local 6

  35. Marshall County Daily.comNov. 6

    I-69 Work Zone, KY 795 Closure Top Marshall County Traffic Concerns for Nov. 8-14

    (PADUCAH, Ky.) (Nov. 6, 2026) – Drivers in Marshall County should expect continued lane restrictions on I-69 and a closed stretch of KY 795 next week, according to the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet’s District 1 office. Marshall County

  36. WPSD Local 6Nov. 6

    McCracken Commissioner Jones renews push for railroad overpass improvement

    McCracken County Commissioner Eddie Jones is renewing conversation about the potential for city and county collaboration to rejuvenate privately owned railway overpasses in the city of Paducah, like the overpass

  37. The Owensboro TimesNov. 6

    White Flag shelter activated for Friday, Saturday nights with forecast of freezing temperatures

    Overnight shelter will be available Friday and Saturday at the Daniel Pitino Shelter as temperatures or wind chills are forecast to reach 32 degrees or below.

  38. The Paducah SunNov. 6

    Bryant Law, Sheriff's Office host third annual blood drive

    According to a social media post made by Bryant Law Center, more than 50 city and county employees participated in Friday's blood drive; McCracken County employees were the winners for

  39. WPSD Local 6Nov. 6

    Chamber 'Power in Partnership' breakfast

  40. WPSD Local 6Nov. 6

    Cram the Cruiser continues

In brief

The short notes of 5AM Paducah’s last two editions. Open one to read it, with its sources.

  • Warming centerThe Washington Street Community Warming Center, at 739 Washington Street, was set to open Friday night with a frost advisory in effect through Saturday morning.

    The Washington Street Community Warming Center, at 739 Washington Street, was set to open Friday night with a frost advisory in effect through Saturday morning. It opens when WPSD-TV meteorologists predict temperatures below 40 degrees.

    News Notes · Saturday’s editionSource: WPSD Local 6

  • TurnoutAs is typical for nonpresidential elections, less than 40% of registered McCracken County voters cast ballots Nov.

    As is typical for nonpresidential elections, less than 40% of registered McCracken County voters cast ballots Nov. 3, based on unofficial numbers from the Kentucky Secretary of State. That's 21,633 ballots out of 60,072 registered voters.

    News Notes · Saturday’s editionSource: The Paducah Sun

  • Book saleIf you like a bargain, the Friends of McCracken County Public Library's Fall Library Book Sale continues today from 9 a.m.

    If you like a bargain, the Friends of McCracken County Public Library's Fall Library Book Sale continues today from 9 a.m. to noon at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 211 S. 21st St. A $5 bag sale covers books, movies and other items, and proceeds benefit the McCracken County Public Library.

    News Notes · Saturday’s editionSources: The Paducah Sun, WPSD Local 6

  • OverpassesMcCracken County Commissioner Eddie Jones is renewing his push for city and county collaboration to improve the railroad overpass at Broadway and 32nd Street.

    McCracken County Commissioner Eddie Jones is renewing his push for city and county collaboration to improve the railroad overpass at Broadway and 32nd Street. He said similar work could look at the overpasses on Jackson Street and Jefferson Street.

    News Notes · Saturday’s editionSource: WPSD Local 6

  • Blood driveMore than 50 city and county employees took part in Friday's blood drive hosted by Bryant Law Center and the Sheriff's Office.

    More than 50 city and county employees took part in Friday's blood drive hosted by Bryant Law Center and the Sheriff's Office. McCracken County employees won for the third year in a row and received a $1,000 reward.

    News Notes · Saturday’s editionSource: The Paducah Sun

  • Hinkleville RoadCrews installing a turn lane have one lane open in both directions on Hinkleville Road between Maxon Road and KY 3520.

    Crews installing a turn lane have one lane open in both directions on Hinkleville Road between Maxon Road and KY 3520. The work is expected to be done by Tue., Nov. 10.

    News Notes · Friday’s editionSource: WPSD Local 6

  • VolleyballThe McCracken County Lady Mustangs play Assumption at 12:30 p.m.

    The McCracken County Lady Mustangs play Assumption at 12:30 p.m. CT Friday in the KHSAA State Quarterfinals in Winchester. It's the team's 14th straight year at the state tournament.

    News Notes · Friday’s editionSource: WPSD Local 6

  • PlayoffsKentucky's high school football playoffs begin this weekend, and most western Kentucky teams are in action.

    Kentucky's high school football playoffs begin this weekend, and most western Kentucky teams are in action. Murray hosts Hart County, Ballard County hosts Campbellsville, and Mayfield wins by forfeit over Fort Knox. KFVS12's Heartland Football Friday list also covers Missouri district semifinals and an Illinois second-round game.

    News Notes · Friday’s editionSources: West Kentucky Star, KFVS12

  • Veterans playBen Grimes, managing artistic director at Market House Theatre, performs "Death of Kings" on Friday.

    Ben Grimes, managing artistic director at Market House Theatre, performs "Death of Kings" on Friday. The one-man show, in Shakespearean style, tells the story of his military service and his struggles with PTSD after he came home.

    News Notes · Friday’s editionSource: WKMS

  • Autism studyFour Rivers Behavioral Health in Paducah is one of four Kentucky sites in a Columbia University study of employment services for autistic adults.

    Four Rivers Behavioral Health in Paducah is one of four Kentucky sites in a Columbia University study of employment services for autistic adults. The randomized control trial will recruit 174 autistic adults who want to work competitively.

    News Notes · Friday’s editionSource: WPSD Local 6

  • Transfer pathwaysMurray State University and West Kentucky Community and Technical College (WKCTC) signed an agreement on Nov.

    Murray State University and West Kentucky Community and Technical College (WKCTC) signed an agreement on Nov. 3 that creates associate-to-bachelor's degree pathways for students in engineering and technology. WKCTC Chancellor Dr. Anton Reece said in a news release that the partnership will help students prepare for high-demand careers.

    Around Kentucky · Friday’s editionSource: WHOP Radio

  • TRIO grantThe U.S. Department of Education awarded Murray State's TRIO Talent Search Program a five-year, $1.9 million grant to keep preparing western Kentucky students and families for postsecondary education.

    The U.S. Department of Education awarded Murray State's TRIO Talent Search Program a five-year, $1.9 million grant to keep preparing western Kentucky students and families for postsecondary education. Director Audrey Neal said the award will help improve the lives of students and the communities they come from.

    Around Kentucky · Friday’s editionSource: The Murray State News

  • Preservation planThe Kentucky Heritage Council is asking the public for feedback as it drafts a historic preservation plan for the next decade.

    The Kentucky Heritage Council is asking the public for feedback as it drafts a historic preservation plan for the next decade. The current plan runs through the end of next year.

    Around Kentucky · Friday’s editionSource: WKMS