Good morning, Paducah.

During Tuesday night's meeting, Paducah commissioners heard an update on the Hotel Metropolitan project as Dr. MarTeze Hammonds showed images of summer repairs, new storage space, and restroom improvements at the historic Purple Room — a part of a long-term public-private partnership following a $1.34 million Mellon Foundation grant deal.

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Today, scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected across the region with heavy rain from 2–9 p.m. that may cause localized flooding in urban areas; rainfall may reach between 0.5 and 3 inches before a cold front cools temperatures Friday.

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Paducah Water System clarified in a statement today that an online post about a boil water advisory refers to Paducah, Texas (not our system) and confirmed that local customers are not affected.

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Construction on the I-24 Ohio River Bridge has been delayed — the planned mid-October opening is now set for mid-November — and crews will finish deck pours and painting this week, weather permitting.

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The CDC reported that flu cases began earlier than usual with reports starting in late August, and local doctor Dr. Teri Stapleton at Baptist Health Strawberry Hills urges residents to get a flu shot (vaccination numbers have declined) to help prevent illness.

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Baptist Health Paducah announced Tuesday that it is expanding its breast imaging services to give local women better access to advanced diagnostic options close to home.

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The CDC reported that an early flu season began with fewer residents getting flu shots; a local doctor and patient urged neighbors to get vaccinated as prevention.

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Brooks Stadium will honor local baseball legend Dr. Frank (Doc) Hideg as chairman Jay Smith confirmed Tuesday that ongoing upkeep will preserve his legacy at the historic venue.

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