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Two highway closures are set to impact Crittenden County motorists next week, including a months-long bridge project on Dam 50 Road and a brief U.S. 60 shutdown.
Starting at 8 a.m. Monday, March 31, KY 387 (Dam 50 Road) will close at mile point 0.77 for construction of a new bridge over Crooked Creek, according to the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet. The closure — about three-quarters of a mile east of KY 91 — will block access to KY 91 for most residents along the 3-mile stretch of KY 387 closest to Dam 50 at Riverview Park.
There will be no marked detour, so drivers, including local farmers and Riverview Park visitors, should use Cotton Patch Road and KY 654 as an alternate route.
Kentucky Transportation Cabinet will also close a section of US 60 between Salem and Marion starting at 7 a.m. Tuesday, April 1. The closure, scheduled to coincide with Crittenden County Schools’ spring break, will be between KY 855 and KY 297 in the New Salem area. Crews will remove and replace a concrete box culvert at the 1.13-mile marker that carries a tributary of Dry Fork Creek beneath the highway. Work is expected to be completed by 5 p.m. Wednesday, April 2, weather permitting.
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District invites the public to attend a public workshop to provide input for the 2025 Lake Barkley Shoreline Management Plan update.
The review and update of the SMP is accomplished every five years. It contains policies and guidelines for the effective long-range management of the shoreline resources on Lake Barkley. A copy of the 2025 draft plan is available at https://usace.contentdm.oclc.org/utils/getfile/collection/p16021coll7/id/27349.
The public workshops are scheduled 6 to 8 p.m. on these dates and these locations:
March 25: Lyon Convention Center at Lee S. Jones Park in Eddyville, Kentucky. March 27: Lake Barkley State Resort Park Sunrise Room in Cadiz, Kentucky. April 1: Stewart County Visitor Center in Dover, Tennessee.
During this review process, public workshops are held so the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers can receive public input. Attendees are encouraged to bring useful items such as photos and documents and be prepared to share any recommendations and/or concerns.
Although USACE cannot grant every request, the Corps of Engineers will actively evaluate each comment and make sound natural resource management decisions to provide optimum use and protection of finite lake resources.
“Our primary goals for management of Lake Barkley are to establish and maintain acceptable fish and wildlife habitat, preserve natural aesthetic qualities, and promote the safe and healthful use of the lake and surrounding lands by the public. Your ideas and comments concerning this review are helpful and provide valuable insight to improve the plan,” said Kayl Kite, Lake Barkley resource manager.
Participants can make a brief public comment or submit a comment card. The public can also comment by e-mailing lakebarkley@usace.army.mil or by sending mail: Resource Manager’s Office, Lake Barkley, P.O. Box 218, Grand Rivers, KY, 42045. Written comments are accepted for 30 days following the public workshops. The public can obtain news, updates and information from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District on the district’s website at https://www.lrd.usace.army.mil/About/Districts/Nashville-District/, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/nashvillecorps and on X (formerly Twitter) at www.x.com/nashvillecorps. Follow us on LinkedIn for the latest Nashville District employment and contracting opportunities at https://www.linkedin.com/company/u-s-army-corps-of-engineers-nashville-district. |
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The weather briefing from the National Weather Service in Paducah for Western Kentucky highlights several important alerts:
As a reminder, a public meeting is scheduled for Thursday, March 20, to gather public input on the I-69 Interchange Re-configuration Project. This project spans approximately two miles and crosses the Tennessee-Kentucky state line, connecting the proposed Interstate 69 in Tennessee (currently U.S. 51) with Interstate 69 (formerly the Purchase Parkway) in Kentucky.
The preferred alternative generally follows the U.S. 51 alignment, creating a new sweeping curve to the east near State Line Road. Additionally, it reconstructs the U.S. 51/U.S. 45E/U.S. 45W interchange at its current location to improve connectivity and traffic flow.
The public meeting will be held on March 20 from 5 to 7 p.m., at **South Fulton Middle and High School, 1302 John C. Jones Parkway, South Fulton, TN 38257.
Led by the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) in partnership with the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC), the meeting will follow an open house format. Attendees will have the opportunity to view exhibits, speak with TDOT staff and project team members, and ask questions about the project. There will be no formal presentation.
For those who wish to provide feedback, comment sheets will be available at the meeting. Additionally, written comments may be submitted within 21 days after the meeting date to the following address:
Woodlands Nature Station in Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area will host Girl Scout Day: Wonders of Nature on Saturday, March 22 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., offering scout troops and families a chance to explore wildlife and earn badges.
Scouts of all levels Daisies, Brownies, Juniors and Cadettes can participate in hands-on activities led by naturalists and volunteers to meet badge requirements. Activities include tree identification hikes, live animal encounters, and insect crafts. The badges covered are Design with Nature for Daisies, Bugs for Brownies, Animal Habitats for Juniors and Trees for Cadettes.
“We will be learning all about wonders of nature for this year’s Girl Scout Day,” said Vanessa Sivils, a naturalist at the Nature Station.
The event is open to everyone, including siblings and non-scouts. Visitors should plan for up to a three-hour visit to complete all activities. Admission is $7 for ages 16 and older and free for those 15 and under.
The Woodlands Nature Station is located at 3146 Silver Trail Road in Cadiz.
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This new business on East Legion Drive is beating the competition. Check their tire prices before you buy.
Crittenden County High School's Site-Based, Decision-Making Council meets at 3:30 p.m. Thursday, March 20 in the school library.
A contractor for the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) is planning a daytime lane restriction on the Interstate 24 Cumberland River Bridge starting on Monday, March 24.
Crews will be using an under-bridge inspection vehicle (UBIV) to inspect the bridge starting at 8 a.m. each day for approximately five days.
Motorists should be alert for signage and trucks with arrow boards guiding traffic to shift into the open lane, as work will alternate from one side of the bridge to the other.
The Interstate 24 Cumberland River Bridge, which also carries Interstate 69, are twin structures at the Livingston-Lyon County Line at the 33.67 MM on I-24. The structures carry just over 30,000 vehicles across the Cumberland River in an average day.
The inspection is expected to be completed by Friday, March 28, weather permitting.
Western Kentucky has seen three officer-involved shootings in the past week, spanning Lyon, Trigg, and Christian counties. Each incident involved law enforcement engaging with armed suspects, resulting in the deaths of the individuals involved. The Kentucky State Police (KSP) is investigating all three cases.
The most recent occurred early Monday in Kuttawa, where a Lyon County Sheriff’s deputy stopped a vehicle linked to a Marshall County shooting. The encounter at Huck’s Travel Center led to a deadly force incident, leaving the suspect dead while the deputy remained unharmed.
Last Tuesday, a high-speed pursuit that began in Lyon County ended in Trigg County, where the suspect crashed, fled on foot, and fired at law enforcement, striking a deputy. Officers returned fire, killing 21-year-old Jermaine Terrell Jackson Jr. The injured deputy was transported to Vanderbilt Medical Center in stable condition.
Another shooting took place early Sunday in Crofton, where Christian County deputies responded to a domestic violence call. Upon arrival, 39-year-old Patrick J. Martinez opened fire on deputies, who returned fire and fatally shot him.
KSP’s Critical Incident Response Team is conducting investigations into all three incidents, with further details expected after witness interviews and evidence reviews. Authorities urge the public to remain vigilant and offer support to officers and families affected by the violence.
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LYON COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT
- On Sunday, March 9, 2025, just after 7:30pm, Deputy David Carroll made a traffic stop on a 2003 Buick on KY 93 South for speeding. Following a roadside investigation, he arrested the driver, identified as Chase R. Deason (29) of Eddyville. Deason was charged with Speeding, Driving on a DUI Suspended License-1st Offense, Possession of Marijuana, and Drug Paraphernalia-Possession. Deason was lodged in the Crittenden County Detention Center.
- On Monday, March 10, 2025, around 10:30am, Sheriff Brent White responded to a reported collision on KY 1199. His investigation revealed a 2001 Chevrolet pickup truck, driven by Michael J. Gregory (68) of Eddyville, was South on KY 1199 when it sideswiped a 2023 Ram van driven by Diego A. Gonzalez Martinez (34) of Martin, TN, which was North on KY 1199. No injuries were reported in the collision.
- On Tuesday, March 11, 2025, around 11am, Sheriff Brent White responded to a reported collision on Eddy Creek Marina Road off KY 93 South. His investigation revealed a 2017 Toyota pickup truck, driven by Willard D. Johnson (66) of Eddyville was West when the driver engaged in a coughing spell which resulted in him losing consciousness, before losing control and leaving the roadway. The Toyota collided with four wooden traffic barriers before impacting a large tree. Lyon County EMS responded to the scene; however, the driver declined transport to the hospital. No injuries were reported in the collision.
- On Wednesday, March 12, 2025, just after 8:30pm, Deputies David Carroll, Shannon Oliver, and Josh Travis answered a complaint regarding a fugitive on Green Road. They identified a residence where the subject had been seen previously and conducted surveillance on it. At one point, a person matching the description of the fugitive appeared outside on a porch. He apparently saw deputies and immediately fled on foot. A foot pursuit ensued with the fleeing fugitive crossing Green Road before entering a rugged terrain area. All three deputies gave chase and attempted to locate the fugitive. He was later located in a thick brushy area and after refusing verbal commands to surrender, he was the recipient of a Taser deployment. He continued to physically resist arrest until all three deputies were able to take him into custody without further incident. The Kuttawa Fire Department and Lyon County EMS responded to the scene and assisted deputies.
The fugitive, identified as Michael W. Overbaugh (40) of Owensboro, was taken to a local hospital for evaluation before being released. Overbaugh was charged by Deputy David Carroll with Fleeing/Evading Police-1st Degree (on foot), and Resisting Arrest. Overbaugh was charged by Deputy Josh Travis with a
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A Christian County man was fatally shot by law enforcement early Sunday after allegedly opening fire on deputies responding to a domestic violence call.
The Kentucky State Police Post 2 in Madisonville said it was asked by the Christian County Sheriff’s Office to investigate the officer-involved shooting, which occurred around 12:30 a.m. on Clark Store Sinking Fork Road in Crofton.
According to a preliminary investigation, deputies arrived at the scene after receiving a report of a physical domestic violence incident. Upon their arrival, Patrick J. Martinez, 39, of Crofton, began shooting at law enforcement. Deputies returned fire, striking Martinez, who was pronounced dead at the scene.
KSP, which investigates officer-involved shootings statewide, said it will not release further details until witnesses have been interviewed and key facts have been gathered. The length of the investigation will depend on the complexity of the case.
Marion Baptist Church will open its basement at midnight tonight and remain open until the threat of potentially hazardous weather passes.
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Hans M. Chaney, 34, of Princeton was traveling southbound near the intersection of Alexander Road, when a deer entered his path. He swerved to miss the deer and lost control of his 2003 Red Ford Pickup in the west ditch-line of KY 672.
Chaney was transported to Caldwell Medical Center by AmeriPro Ambulance Service due to his injuries. This investigation is being conducted by Deputy Steve Ladd. He was assisted by Princeton Fire and Rescue at scene.
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Crittenden County Fire Department was the first on the scene at the home of Randy and Phyllis Flahardy on Wilson Farm Road.
Fire Chief Scott Hurley said that the interior of the home was gutted by fire. He said the Flahardys, their grandson and pet dog were able to escape unharmed thanks to fire alarms inside the house.
Firemen and equipment from Marion Fire Department, Salem Fire and Rescue and Sheridan Volunteer Fire Department assisted at the scene. Fireman were at the location until around 3:30 a.m.
LYON COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE MEDIA RELEASE
On Saturday, March 1, 2025, around 2:15pm, Chief Deputy Sam Adams responded to a two-vehicle collision on US 62 near the Huck’s Travel Center. His investigation revealed an unidentified vehicle struck a parked/unoccupied 2019 Hyundai Kona, owned by Sharon Lynch (68) of Eddyville. The vehicle fled the scene prior to the arrival of Chief Deputy Adams. If anyone has information about this collision, they are asked to call the Sheriff’s Office at 270-388-2311.
On Monday, March 3, 2025, around 10:20am, Captain Dennis Beckett arrested Steve A. Cline (61) of Campbellsville on a Lyon Circuit Court bench warrant, while he was at the judicial building, charging him with a Probation Violation (for a felony offense). Cline was lodged in the Crittenden County Detention Center.
On Wednesday, March 5, 2025, around 5pm, Deputy Josh Travis responded to a single-vehicle collision on KY 93 North. His investigation revealed a 2018 Nissan Armada, driven by Kaylyn D. Humphrey (36) of Kuttawa, was North on KY 93 when the driver dropped off the right shoulder, lost control, and collided with two mailboxes before traveling down a steep ravine and colliding with a tree. Humphrey declined medical attention; however, the vehicle sustained severe damage.
On Thursday, March 6, 2025, around 2:30pm, Deputy Lori Francis and Chief Deputy Sam Adams arrested Ashton M. Breaux (34) of Eddyville on a Lyon District Court bench warrant charging her with failure to appear as it pertained to a truancy case. Breaux posted a cash bond and was later released from custody.
On Thursday, March 6, 2025, around 2:50pm, Chief Deputy Sam Adams responded with the Eddyville and Kuttawa Fire Departments to a brush fire off KY 818 North. The investigation led to Alexandria D.
Livingston County authorities say a culvert has collapsed beneath the highway.
Repairs will need to be made before the KY 453 can be reopened.
The Cutoff Road can be used as a detour route between Smithland and Grand Rivers until repairs are made.
At this point in the session, we’ve shifted our focus to hearing a large batch of House bills in committee and on the Senate floor. Just as the House is working through Senate bills, we’re carefully reviewing their legislation to ensure it aligns with the priorities of Kentuckians.
This week also brought a great reminder of why this work matters, as students from across the state visited the Capitol for Kentucky Youth Advocacy Week. It’s always inspiring to see young Kentuckians engage in the legislative process and share their vision for the future.
Below are several bills we passed in the Senate this week that the Kentucky state House of Representatives may now take up.
I was honored to sponsor Senate Bill 237 which removes the physical agility test requirement for individuals seeking peace officer certification in Kentucky if they have prior law enforcement experience in another state and meet specified criteria. This change streamlines the certification process for experienced officers while maintaining professional standards. This reform helps address law enforcement shortages by making it easier for experienced officers from other states to become certified in Kentucky, ensuring agencies can recruit qualified personnel without unnecessary barriers. The bill passed the Senate unanimously and heads to the House for consideration.
The Senate passed Senate Bill 244 which I sponsored will finalize the transition of child support enforcement and administrative hearings from the Cabinet for Health and Family Services to the Attorney General’s Office to ensure these functions are properly integrated. The bill formally establishes the Department of Child Support Services within the Department of Law to manage child support programs and clarifies the role of the Office of Administrative Hearings under the Attorney General’s authority. The bill places the Office of Data Privacy to oversee and protect sensitive information within the department. The bill primarily makes technical changes, such as renaming agencies and aligning statutes with the restructuring approved last session. If approved by the House and SB 244 becomes law, these changes would take effect July 1.
The Senate adopted Senate Resolution 63 honoring cancer patients, survivors, and their families, remembering those who have been lost to cancer, and declaring Thursday, March 6, 2025, as Suits and Sneakers Day in the Senate. Countless families across the commonwealth have been impacted by cancer. My daughter is a survivor of childhood cancer. I am forever grateful to the doctors, nurses, researchers, caregivers, and advocates who work every day to save lives and provide hope for a world free of cancer.
Senate Bill 1 establishes the Kentucky Film Office within the Cabinet for Economic Development to attract more film and television productions to the commonwealth. The office will serve as a central hub for filmmakers and coordinate with local film commissions and tourism agencies to streamline permits, incentives, and workforce development while marketing Kentucky as a premier filming destination. The bill also creates the Kentucky Film Leadership Council, which will oversee tax incentives and set industry
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🏀 Game Night Alert! The Crittenden County Lady Rockets are just one step away from returning to the Girls’ Region 2 Basketball Tournament finals for the second time in three years. They face off against the Christian County Lady Colonels tonight at Lyle Dunbar Gym in Hopkinsville.
🔄 Road to the Semifinals
Crittenden County secured their spot with a 46-39 victory over Union County on Tuesday.
Christian County advanced with a 70-51 win against Madisonville-North Hopkins.
🏆 Team Breakdown
Lady Rockets (22-7) ✨ 3-game winning streak | District 5 champions
Lady Colonels (18-9) ✨ 8 wins in last 9 games | District 8 champions
💪 Key Matchup: The teams met earlier this season, with Christian County narrowly winning 56-49. Lady Rocket head coach Shannon Hodge highlights rebounding and physical play as crucial elements for success tonight.
🏅 History at Stake
Crittenden County was last in the regional title game in 2023 when they finished runner-up to Henderson County (71-53). Crittenden won the region in 2011, its only championship.
Christian County is eyeing its first finals berth since 2011, when they fell to Crittenden County (53-49).
⏰ Tipoff at 7:45 p.m. | 🎧 F&M Bank Pregame Show at 7:30 p.m. on 95.3 The Farm
📺 Can’t make it to the game? Watch it live on NFHS Network!
🔥 Bonus Action: The first semifinal at 6 p.m. features defending champion Henderson County battling Hopkins County Central.
Kentucky statewide tornado drill is set to take place today at 9:07 a.m., after being postponed earlier this week due to the threat of actual severe weather.
During the test, weather radios and some mobile phones will display a TOR code alert. Radio and television stations will also broadcast the drill, and first responder organizations will conduct a communications test.
Crittenden and other area counties are aligning their storm siren tests with the statewide drill to ensure systems are functioning properly.
UPDATE: Service has been restored to the schools
ORIGINAL POST
Damage to an AT&T fiber line has already created a couple of days without some technology, internet and phone service at Crittenden County Schools.
School officials now say the outage is expected to continue through today (Friday).
"Unfortunately, we anticipate the internet and phone outage will extend throughout the school day tomorrow, Friday, March 7. Please continue to use the contact emails below to contact someone at the schools or district office. We apologize for this inconvenience and thank you for your continued patience," the district said in correspondence with student families on Thursday.
Email addresses of key individuals at the schools are as follows:
CCES:
sarah.riley@crittenden.kyschools.us
rheanda.deboe@crittenden.kyschools.us
julie.champion@crittenden.kyschools.us
CCMS
heidi.hicks@crittenden.kyschools.us
cathy.oliver@crittenden.kyschools.us
CCHS
josh.cook@crittenden.kyschools.us
staci.blackburn@crittenden.kyschools.us
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Farmers in Crittenden County have an opportunity to enhance and diversify their operations through the County Agricultural Investment Program (CAIP), which is now accepting applications.
Funded by the Kentucky Department of Agriculture, CAIP provides cost-share assistance to agricultural producers, helping them invest in various aspects of their farm businesses. The program covers a wide range of agricultural enterprises across 11 investment areas, including large and small livestock, forage, horticulture, timber, technology, energy efficiency, farm infrastructure, water enhancement, marketing, and value-added production.
This year, Crittenden County has been awarded $28,500 in funding. Eligible producers can qualify for a prorated reimbursement of up to $1,000. Farms of all sizes are eligible, but applicants must have a Farm Service Number, which is available from the Farm Service Agency office in Salem. A new requirement this year mandates that all applicants be Kentucky residents, as verified by documentation.
Completed applications will be scored based on responses and values provided by the Kentucky Department of Agriculture. The first cut-off date for applications is March 7. After that, funds will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis until the allocation is exhausted.
For more information, visit the Crittenden County Conservation District office at 118 E. Bellville St. in Marion or call 270-965-3921. Additional details and guidelines are available online at www.kyagr.com/agpolicy.
Cave-in-Rock Ferry has reopened following a temporary closure due to high winds.
It reopened on Thursday morning.
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Wednesday, 3/5/2025
FERRY IS CLOSED
The Cave In Rock Ferry is idle today due to high west winds. High west winds cause turbulent river conditions. The ferry will remain closed until further notice.
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Crittenden County Schools is looking for bus drivers.
LYON COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE MEDIA RELEASE
- On Monday, February 24, 2025, around 9:35am, Sheriff Brent White responded to a non-injury collision involving two commercial vehicles at the intersection of US 62 West and KY 810 South in Suwanee. His investigation revealed a 2003 Kenworth semi-truck and trailer hauling lumber and driven by Andrew R. Coffey (26) of Columbia was West on US 62 when the driver failed to realize a 2021 Chevrolet Express, with a box trailer in tow, driven by Blake J. Mooney (38) of Madisonville, was stopped in traffic West bound on US 62 and waiting to turn onto KY 810 South.
- When Coffey realized the vehicle was stopped and he could not stop his commercial vehicle in time to avoid a collision, he steered left and into the oncoming lane of US 62 before losing control and colliding with the Chevrolet and a guardrail resulting in his load of lumber shifting and spilling onto the highway and off the shoulder of the roadway. No injuries were reported; however, post-crash inspections resulted in numerous citations being issued.
- Coffey was charged with Violation of Part 396 of the Federal Motor Carriers Safety Regulations – Inspection/Repair/Maintenance when it was discovered his federal safety inspection proof document had expired in April of 2024. Mooney was charged with Violations of Parts 390, 392, 393, and 396 of the Federal Motor Carriers Safety Regulations as it pertained to his company’s DOT number, safety inspection, gross weight registration, no breakaway cable, and parts needed for safe operation. It was also discovered the brake lights and turn signals on Mooney’s trailer were not working at the time of the collision and the equipment on the trailer was inoperable. This was determined to be a contributing factor in the collision. The Kentucky State Police Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Division, the Kuttawa Fire Department, and the KYTC Department of Highways assisted Sheriff White at the scene.
- On Sunday, February 23rd, around 2:51am, a Kuttawa resident called 9-1-1 to report an unknown white male had kicked in the front door to the home they shared with 3 other adult family members. When the burglar kicked in the door to the home, it struck an adult female on the interior who had been looking through the peep hole to see who was outside her home. Family members attempted to keep the offender from entering the home any further by pushing against the door. When one family member yelled to another to call 9-1-1, the offender fled the home on foot.
- Deputy Shannon Oliver responded immediately; however, the offender had fled the area in a silver,
From there, the kids explored the state Capitol, participated in a scavenger hunt, played on a static display provided by the Kentucky National Guard, and tested their skills on flight simulators courtesy of the Kentucky Aviation Museum. After enjoying lunch, they were welcomed into the Senate chamber, where they assisted with the final filing of legislation and experienced floor proceedings firsthand.
Military Kids Day is always a special occasion which offers these remarkable young people well-deserved recognition for their sacrifices as part of military families. We hope they leave Frankfort knowing their contributions are valued and, perhaps, that some of them may one day return—not as guests, but as state lawmakers, championing this event for the next generation of military families.
Several bills cleared the Senate in week five.
SB 22 updates licensing and enforcement standards for cosmetologists and estheticians, to improve access to the profession while strengthening oversight. The bill expands testing opportunities for individuals seeking licensure and allows professionals from U.S. territories to obtain reciprocal licenses in Kentucky. It also enhances enforcement by permitting penalties beyond warnings for businesses that knowingly employ unlicensed nail technicians. Additionally, it removes the requirement that the Board of Cosmetology’s executive director be a licensed cosmetologist which broadens the pool of qualified candidates for the role.
SB 57 targets excessive speeding while funding key health care initiatives. It defines "super speeders" as drivers exceeding the speed limit by 25 mph on any highway. Offenders face a $200 fine, with revenues allocated to trauma care (40 percent), rural hospital preservation (20 percent), EMS education (30 percent), and school AEDs (10 percent). Unpaid fines result in license suspension. These measures aim to improve road safety and support critical healthcare services statewide.
SB 60 protects religious freedom by prohibiting government actions substantially burdening an individual’s religious exercise. It defines substantial burdens, including withholding benefits, imposing penalties, or restricting access to programs or facilities. Exceptions are allowed only if the government proves a compelling interest and uses the least restrictive means. Individuals with violated religious rights can seek relief, including damages and legal fees. The bill applies to all government actions, past and future, and waives governmental immunity for violations. A severability clause ensures the law remains effective even if parts are invalidated.
SB 65 nullifies two administrative regulations related to Medicaid services that were found deficient
The Ohio River levels began receding quickly early this week and the ferry was able to safely resume operations early Friday morning.
