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Daily editionWednesday, September 9th, 2026

Good morning, Paducah.

The 5AM Paducah Team

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Here’s your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 9th of September.

Community

  1. On Sept. 11, Marshall County veteran Jonathan Baker recounted how his team, set for a Secret Service meeting at Tower 7 in New York, opted for a quick deli stop — a move that kept them safely away from the chaos — and helped evacuate the area before the tower collapsed.

    WPSD Local 6Read more

  2. Boy Scout Troop 200 from Paducah built a blessing box as an Eagle Scout project at the Massac Memorial Medical Clinic parking lot on Saturday, Aug. 8+ the project is a thoughtful gift to the community.

    Paducah SunRead more

  3. Heather Whitney revived a food pantry and organized a fan drive at Irvin Cobb Apartments to help local residents access food + boost community care.

    Her actions continue to provide support for neighbors seeking assistance.

    Paducah SunRead more

Culture

  1. Kincaid Mounds will host an archaeological field day soon to offer locals a chance to explore the historic site and learn about early inhabitants — the event aims to foster community understanding of our heritage.

    Paducah SunRead more

Economy

  1. Following the Labor Day holiday, gas prices in the region averaged $3.75 per gallon this week while Paducah's rate was about $3.72, according to Triple A's (East Central) report.

    The rise is linked to increasing crude oil costs of $91.01 per barrel.

    West Kentucky StarRead more

Government

  1. The Crittenden County Rescue Squad, a nearly 50-year volunteer emergency service, is seeking more helpers as donations make up 90% of its $25,000 budget; its annual fundraiser begins Thursday, Oct. 8 + chief Don Arflack warned that without enough recruits the group may merge with the fire department.

    WPSD Local 6Read more

Health

  1. In Mayfield, Four Rivers Behavioral Health marked National 988 Day on Tuesday, Sept. 8 by answering crisis calls 24/7 for the western Kentucky counties.

    The center helped callers with various mental health needs (from depression to drug addiction) get support when they required it.

    WPSD Local 6Read more

  2. Baptist Health Paducah supports Breast Cancer Awareness Month by offering Monday Night Mammograms every Monday in October at its Paducah facility for early screening.

    Paducah SunRead more

  3. Livingston Hospital is hosting a beam-signing event today at 4 p.m. at its Foundation Community Center (729 Main Street in Salem) to mark a construction milestone in its $78 million expansion and modernization project.

    WPSD Local 6Read more