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Daily editionSaturday, September 12th, 2026

Good morning, Paducah.

The 5AM Paducah Team

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Here’s your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of September.

Community

  1. A Paducah church hosted a breakfast on Friday, Sept. 11, to honor first responders on the 25th anniversary of 9/11, recognizing their hard work throughout the year.

    Paducah SunRead more

  2. Hundreds of volunteers gathered Friday morning for Project United, a community day of service that saw Baptist Health Paducah and others restore areas at Paducah Tilghman High School and beyond in local counties.

    Sponsorship included Morgan Stanley and Brown Wealth Management Group.

    WPSD Local 6Read more

  3. The community held tributes for the 25th anniversary of Sept. 11 as commemorative events took place across the region on Sept. 11.

    Officials announced that the fully completed Paducah Sports Park now draws high demand from locals (a new venue for gatherings) as ongoing events resume.

    WPSD Local 6Read more

  4. On Friday morning, hundreds of local volunteers and organizations gathered for the 15th annual Project United—a community-wide day of service where members completed various projects across Western Kentucky.

    Paducah SunRead more

Culture

  1. Local Licks Music Festival returns today at Paducah Beer Werks (301 North Fourth Street) with free music, food, and family fun while raising funds for the Oscar Cross Boys and Girls Club; bands start at noon and play until 10:30 p.m.

    WPSD Local 6Read more

  2. Four local men (including Byron Hoover) recalled 9/11 on its 25th anniversary, sharing how efforts like feeding New York first responders sparked a lasting spirit of unity that many say is fading today.

    WPSD Local 6Read more

  3. Paul Thomas restored a 1970s fountain from the old Paducah Mall after discovering it while helping a neighbor.

    He cleaned and checked its plumbing and now hopes to see the piece displayed for the local community to enjoy.

    WPSD Local 6Read more

Education

  1. The Goodwill Kentucky Paducah Opportunity Center is offering career services to young adults and welcomes exchange student Stephanie from Italy as she connects with local job opportunities.

    Paducah SunRead more

Government

  1. The Kentucky Career Center in Paducah will hold a rapid response meeting Tuesday, Sept. 15 at 1:30 p.m. at 416 South Sixth Street for workers affected by O’Charley’s closure to learn about unemployment insurance and job search help.

    WPSD Local 6Read more

Health

  1. Mercy Health reminds shoppers to follow food safety tips as part of National Food Safety Education Month + the initiative encourages safe handling of produce from purchase to kitchen.

    Paducah SunRead more