Daily editionThursday, October 22nd, 2026

Good morning, Paducah.

The 5AM Paducah Team

Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 22nd of October.

Community

General Matter held its second open house on Oct. 21 at McCracken County High School — local community members engaged in breakout sessions to discuss project updates, environmental safety, and upcoming job opportunities.
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St. Vincent de Paul in Paducah announced Wednesday that it will temporarily stop accepting clothing donations to keep walkways clear for fire department safety — the nonprofit advises donors to support its mission through other channels.
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Groceries for Good returns on Nov. 14 after a six-year break, letting Paducah shoppers donate nonperishables & baby supplies at local stores to support nine nonprofits.
Gary Adkisson organizes the event with partners including Kroger and Walmart to boost community aid during the donation slump.
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Lyon County High School’s FBLA donated one ton of dog food to the Crittenden County Animal Shelter on Tuesday as part of its Tails on Trails community service project in late September.
The generous gift will help many local animals.
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River Valley AgCredit and WPSD Local 6 extended the Coats For Kids Drive after collecting 62 coats outside Southside Walmart on Wednesday — local families can still donate to help keep children warm.
Paducah SunRead more
St. Vincent de Paul thrift store in Paducah announced Wednesday it will temporarily stop accepting clothing donations — a measure taken after reaching capacity.
Residents can check for updates on when donations might resume.
Paducah SunRead more

Education

Nearly 800 eighth graders attended a career exploration event at the Paducah-McCracken Expo Center on Wednesday to learn about opportunities in electrical, welding, finance, healthcare, and hospitality.
The event provided practical insights for choosing future career paths.
Paducah SunRead more
Marshall County Public Schools received a $148,000 Workforce Invest grant from TVA to buy two heavy equipment operator simulators for Marshall County Technical Center (announced by Kentucky Lake Economic Development).
The grant will help prepare students for jobs in heavy equipment operation, construction, and related fields over a five-year program.
WPSD Local 6Read more

Health

Baptist Health Paducah has launched a High-Risk Breast Clinic to help women with higher breast cancer risks—offering personalized screening and prevention plans.
The clinic focuses on early detection and tailored care.
Paducah SunRead more

Good morning, Paducah.

Groceries for Good returns on Nov. 14 after a six-year break, letting Paducah shoppers donate nonperishables & baby supplies at local stores to support nine nonprofits.

Lyon County High School’s FBLA donated one ton of dog food to the Crittenden County Animal Shelter on Tuesday as part of its Tails on Trails community service project in late September.

St. Vincent de Paul thrift store in Paducah announced Wednesday it will temporarily stop accepting clothing donations — a measure taken after reaching capacity.

Nearly 800 eighth graders attended a career exploration event at the Paducah-McCracken Expo Center on Wednesday to learn about opportunities in electrical, welding, finance, healthcare, and hospitality.

Marshall County Public Schools received a $148,000 Workforce Invest grant from TVA to buy two heavy equipment operator simulators for Marshall County Technical Center (announced by Kentucky Lake Economic Development).

Baptist Health Paducah has launched a High-Risk Breast Clinic to help women with higher breast cancer risks—offering personalized screening and prevention plans.