Accident investigation on US 60 in Livingston

Press Release Livingston County Sheriff's Department 

On Saturday, October 10, 2026, at approximately 8:15 p.m., Livingston County first responders were dispatched to the intersection of U.S. Highway 60 West and Cutoff Road for a three-vehicle injury collision.

The investigation indicates that a 2020 Ford Expedition, operated by Amber Patton, 41, of Eddyville, Kentucky, was traveling westbound on Cutoff Road approaching the posted stop sign at U.S. Highway 60 West. Patton stated that due to light rain and the wet roadway conditions, her vehicle slid into the intersection and traveled past the posted stop sign.

The Ford Expedition then collided with a 2023 Hyundai Kona, operated by Jaelyn Gilland, 23, of Smithland, Kentucky, which was traveling eastbound on U.S. Highway 60.

Following the initial collision, Patton’s vehicle collided with a 1999 Chevrolet pickup truck operated by LaRanda Henson, 35, of Ledbetter, Kentucky, which was traveling westbound on U.S. Highway 60. A passenger in Henson’s vehicle was identified as Dylan Winn, 46, of Ledbetter, Kentucky.

Patton and a juvenile passenger in her vehicle were transported to local hospitals for treatment of non-incapacitating injuries. Gilland was also transported to a local hospital for treatment of non-incapacitating injuries.

The collision remains under investigation by Sergeant Donald Crawford of the Livingston County Sheriff’s Office.

The Livingston County Sheriff’s Office was assisted at the scene by the Ledbetter Fire Department, Smithland Fire Department, Livingston County EMS, Rowland's Wrecker Service, and West Kentucky Towing.

CCHS falls by one in district title match

 EDDYVILLE, Ky. – Crittenden County twice held the lead Tuesday before top-seeded Trigg County rallied for a 3-2 victory in the Fifth District girls soccer championship at Lyon County.

Adri Berry scored early to give the Lady Rockets a 1-0 lead, which they carried into halftime. Trigg tied the match four minutes into the second half, but Kylie Bloodworth answered a minute later to put Crittenden back ahead 2-1.

Trigg pulled even on a penalty kick at the 16-minute mark of the second half, then scored the winning goal in the final five minutes.

Crittenden received four yellow cards during the match, and some Trigg fans were ejected.

The Lady Rockets were seeking their first district title since 2015. Trigg had won both regular-season meetings, 6-2 and 4-1.

Crittenden secured its regional tournament berth Monday when Berry scored all four goals in a 4-2 victory over host Lyon County in the district opener. That win settled a season split with the Lady Lyons.

Tuesday marked Crittenden’s fifth district championship appearance since 2015. The Lady Rockets won the title that year in a penalty-kick shootout against Trigg and finished as runners-up in 2016, 2022 and 2025.

Crittenden now turns its attention to the Second Region Tournament, which begins Saturday at Henderson. Pairings will be announced Thursday.

Public Hearings Notices

 LAND AND WATER CONSERVATION FUND

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

Under the Land and Water Conservation Fund Act of 1965 (Public Law 88-578), citizens are afforded the opportunity to express their views concerning the recreational needs of their community. To provide a forum for discussion, Crittenden County Fiscal Court will be hosting an open meeting on:

Date: Tuesday, October 20, 2026

Time: 4 p.m. CST/5 p.m. EST

Location: Fohs Hall

Address: 201 North Walker Street, Marion, KY 42064

The specific purpose of this meeting is to discuss the Fohs Hall Park Rotunda Project. This project involves the construction of a rotunda-style pavilion as the anchor point of Fohs Hall Park, a new and developing public outdoor space at 130 North Walker Street in downtown Marion. The pavilion will measure 75 feet in diameter and feature a concrete slab foundation, brick paver base and brick-wrapped columns, with a metal roof and wooden accents. The pavilion will have electric lighting and outdoor fans, connected to a nearby power supply via underground trenching.

The public is invited to review and voice their opinion on the proposed activities and potential impacts of the project. Anyone wishing to support or oppose the proposed project can also submit written comments to Jared Nelson, Projects Coordinator, Pennyrile Area Development District, 300 Hammond Drive, Hopkinsville, KY 42240 or via email at jared.nelson@ky.gov by Tuesday, October 20, 2026.

Recreational Trails Program

2026 Application

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

The Crittenden County Fiscal Court is hosting a public meeting on their Fohs Hall Park Walking Trail Project Recreational Trails Program (RTP) application. The project involves the construction of a walking trail, restroom facilities and landscaping in Fohs Hall Park, located at 130 North Walker St. in Marion. The development of a trail and amenities at the park will provide the opportunity for outdoor recreation and exercise in Marion’s cultural corridor for community residents and visitors of all ages.

To provide a forum for discussion, Crittenden County Fiscal Court will be hosting an open meeting on:

Date: Tuesday, October 20, 2026

Time: 4:30 p.m. CST/5:30 p.m. EST

Location: Fohs Hall

Address: 201 North Walker Street, Marion, KY 42064

The public is invited to review and voice their opinion on the proposed activities and potential impacts of the project. Anyone wishing to support or oppose the proposed project can also submit written comments to Jared Nelson, Projects Coordinator, Pennyrile Area Development District, 300 Hammond Drive, Hopkinsville, KY 42240 or via email at jared.nelson@ky.gov by Tuesday, October 20, 2026.

Main Street parking prohibited Thursday afternoon

MARION, Ky. – Marion Police Department asks motorists to clear all parking spaces along Main Street by 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 15, to accommodate the annual homecoming parade.

LYON COUNTY SHERIFF’S REPORT

- On Monday, Oct. 5, 2026, just before 5 p.m., Deputies Kip Darnell and Bobby Beeler responded to a single-vehicle collision on KY 93 South near the intersection with Grey Hawk Road. Deputy Darnell’s investigation determined a 2017 Ford Escape, driven by Janice K. Kaufman, 75, of Eddyville, was southbound on KY 93 when a deer entered her path. Kaufman was unable to avoid a collision with the animal. She did not report any injuries.

- On Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2026, between 2 p.m. and 10 p.m., a 2012 Chrysler 300, which was parked and unoccupied at a business off Days Inn Drive in Kuttawa, was struck by another vehicle. The driver of the other vehicle did not report the collision, and it was later discovered by the Chrysler’s owner. If anyone has any information concerning this hit-and-run collision, they are asked to contact either Deputy Bradley Dunning or Deputy Josh Travis at 270-388-2311.

- On Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026, around 2:45 a.m., Sheriff Brent White charged Maria Gonzalez-Lopez, 24, of Los Angeles, after she was extradited back to Kentucky to face drug-related charges and felony wanton endangerment charges. Gonzalez-Lopez has been a fugitive from Lyon Circuit Court since October 2024. She was served with a Lyon Circuit Court bench warrant for failure to appear and lodged in the Crittenden County Detention Center.

- On Friday, Oct. 9, 2026, around 9 p.m., Deputies Bradley Dunning and Josh Travis were dispatched to a single-vehicle collision on I-24 near the 50-mile marker. Deputy Dunning’s investigation determined a 2025 Toyota Highlander, driven by Mandi S. Harris, 43, of Paducah, was westbound on I-24 when a deer entered her path. Harris was unable to avoid a collision with the animal. No injuries were reported in the collision.

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HISTORY WITH LOCAL CONNECTIONS

Catch a special preview of “Current: A Descendant’s Journey for Truth” this Saturday, Oct. 10, from 10–11:30 a.m. at Crittenden County Public Library.

Featuring local residents, the documentary follows an enslaved girl’s journey to Kentucky and her descendant’s quest to honor her story.

Hosted by the Crittenden Historical Society.

SHELBY ROAD CLOSED AT BRIDGE

SALEM, Ky. – Shelby Road will close at the Claylick Creek bridge near the Livingston-Crittenden county line from 8 a.m. to approximately 3 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 13, for repairs.

The bridge is at mile point 0.94 in Livingston County, about 4.5 miles south of U.S. 60 and Ky. 133 at Salem. Shelby (Store) Road connects with Axel Creek Road in Crittenden County.

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet said crews completed part of the repairs in late August, but weather delayed the remaining work.

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Marion City Council meets Tuesday

Marion City Council will meet in special session at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 13 at City Hall.

The agenda includes bids for emergency generators and service pumps for the Ky. 91 sanitary sewer station, a proposed agreement with Straeffer Pump & Supply Inc. for pump station improvements and generator purchases, and confirmation of mayoral appointments to boards and commissions.

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Fohs Hall rededication is Oct. 24

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The public is invited to the rededication of Fohs Hall on its 100th anniversary Oct. 24. A public ceremony is planned for 2 p.m., and will include songs and dedications remarks from the original ceremony. 

The event also includes a formal ball on Oct. 23, and is being underwritten by several generous community sponsors.

Missing page from printed edition this week

 Notice to our print readers

A printing error in this week’s Crittenden Press caused one page to appear twice and another to be left out. This affects only the printed edition.

We are posting the entire newspaper online so our print readers can access the missing page and enjoy the complete issue. The link is below.

We apologize for the error and appreciate your understanding.

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Homemakers Twilight Walk in the Park

 Crittenden County Homemakers will host their annual Twilight Walk from 4–6 p.m. Monday, Oct. 12, at the City/County Park pavilion near the baseball field.

The free event is open to the public and will kick off local activities for Kentucky Extension Homemakers Association Week, Oct. 11–17.

Participants can sample soups inspired by the Homemaker Leader Lesson, “Thrifty and Healthy Holiday Meals,” and gather ideas for affordable, healthy meals.

Homemaker membership is not required. For more information, contact the Crittenden County Extension Office or a Homemaker member.

Report from Lyon County Sheriff

 LYON COUNTY SHERIFF’S ACTIVITY

On Monday, Sept. 28, 2026, at 9:30 a.m., Sheriff Brent White served a Lyon Circuit Court bench warrant on Montel J. Smith, 34, of Locust Grove, Ga. Smith had been a fugitive since 2023 for failing to appear in court in a drug trafficking case. Smith was lodged in the Crittenden County Detention Center.

On Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2026, around 10:55 a.m., Deputy Lori Francis served a criminal summons from Franklin District Court on Clayborn Hunter, 87, of Eddyville. He was charged with 22 counts of second-degree criminal possession of a forged instrument and one count of theft by deception involving $1,000 or more but less than $10,000. He faces an Oct. 9 court date in Frankfort. The case was investigated by Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources game wardens.

On Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2026, around 3:13 p.m., deputies served Timothy B. Quiggins, 30, of Fairdale, with bench warrants from Meade District Court and Breckinridge District Court for nonpayment of court costs, fees or fines. Quiggins awaits extradition back to the respective counties.

On Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2026, around 6:14 p.m., Deputies Kip Darnell and Bobby Beeler located and arrested Lacey Townsend, 34, of Eddyville, at a residence off Kentucky 293. She was served with a bench warrant from Caldwell District Court for failure to pay child support. She was lodged in the Caldwell County Jail.

On Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026, around 4:20 p.m., Deputies Bradley Dunning and Josh Travis responded to an injury collision on Interstate 24 near the 40-mile marker. Deputy Dunning’s investigation revealed a 2025 Chevrolet, driven by Abel B. Jones, 21, of Louisville, was westbound on I-24 when the vehicle dropped off the left lane’s shoulder. The driver overcorrected before losing control, crossing both westbound lanes and exiting the right shoulder before colliding with an embankment. The driver sustained minor injuries but declined to be transported by EMS at the scene.

On Saturday, Oct. 3, 2026, around 7 p.m., Deputies Bobby Beeler and Kip Darnell arrested Amanda H. Deaton, 47, of Kuttawa, after locating her off Chestnut Oak Road. Deaton was the subject of an indictment from Lyon Circuit Court charging her with first-degree trafficking in a controlled substance, first offense, involving more than 2 grams of methamphetamine, and possession of drug paraphernalia. The indictment was the result of a drug trafficking investigation into Deaton led by Deputy Bobby Beeler and members of the Western Kentucky Violent Crime Task Force. Deaton was lodged in the Crittenden County Detention Center.

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FOR SALE: Two-dog dog box with top storage, $75. Call 270-664-2302.

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City flushing water lines next week

City of Marion will flush water lines nightly from Sunday, Oct. 4, through Friday, Oct. 9, as part of routine maintenance. 

Flushing will take place from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. Customers may experience discolored water or low water pressure at times.

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Special Recycling Board meeting Thursday

There will be an emergency called meeting of the Pennyrile Regional Recycling Corporation Board, October 1, 2026, at 11:30 a.m. in the Lyon County Conference Center located at the Lee S. Jones Park, SR 93, Eddyville, KY. The board will be discussing the dissolution of the corporation.