Auction Saturday at Railey's Auction Service

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An auction Saturday on Long Branch Road will have a host of outdoor equipment and household collectibles.

Pictures are available online at Railey's Auction on Facebook.

Sale time is 9 a.m., at 159 Long Branch Road, Sturgis.

Vaccination Clinic Saturday

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Is it time for your pet's vaccines?

If so, Animal Practice is having a vaccination clinic Saturday.

To request an appointment, call (270) 965-1600 with Dr. Stephanie Call.

Registration open for Hurricane Youth Camp

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It's time to register for Hurricane Youth Camp.

Located in Crittenden County near Tolu, the non-denominational youth camp will be held June 12-17.

Cost is $200 for overnight campers and $185 for day campers.

Free Summer Meal Program starts Monday

Crittenden County School District's free summer meals program will start up next week. 

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Fohs Hall available for your next rental

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Once a school, historic Fohs Hall is an ideal location for your next event.

Available as a rental for parties, weddings, receptions and concerts, the building recently received a sound and light upgrade that further 
improved its value as a cultural arts center.

Next week Fohs Hall will host a children's production featuring 
local youth.

Visit the Fohs Hall website, fohshall.org. 

Electronic ticketing here to stay at CCHS

Electronic ticketing for sporting events is here to stay, and Crittenden County School District will vote in June whether to convert from TicketLeap to the GoFan application beginning in the fall seasons.

GoFan allows both online ticket purchases and credit card payments at the gate.

GoFan is used by a number of school districts and by the Kentucky High School Athletic Association – perhaps exclusively in the near future. GoFan will provide the district with two iPads and two credit card readers to be used at entry gates of sporting events.

Athletic director Bryan Qualls said GoFan has the ability to text fans and update tickets if game dates change due to weather or other factors after tickets have been purchased. Suggested ticket price will be $6. 

The GoFan app also paves the way for credit cards to be used at the concession stands in the future, Qualls said.

Asbridge, former county judge, dies

Henry M. "Roni" Asbridge, 89, of Marion died at his home Sunday. 

He served as Critenden County Judge-Executive one term from 1982 to 1985 and was sheriff from 1978 to 1981 and jailer from 1994 to 1998. 

Gilbert Funeral Home in Marion is in charge of arrangements. See this week's Crittenden Press for a complete obituary.

Shred Day at Farmers Bank June 3

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Have you been looking for a safe way to dispose of personal documents?

Saturday, June 3 is your chance during a free Shred Day at Farmers Bank in Marion.

Between 9 a.m.-noon, Farmers Bank will host its annual Shred Day event. 

Financial professionals suggest shredding personal information is the best way to avoid identity theft.

For more information, call (270) 965-3106.

Free breakfast for service members

Marion's McDonald’s restaurant will celebrate Memorial Day by offering free breakfast to military service members on Monday, May 29.  Retired or active-duty military service members can enjoy a free breakfast combo of choice from 6 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at any participating area McDonald’s restaurants in Paducah, Madisonville, Princeton, Calvert City, Mayfield, Murray, Marion, Beaver Dam, and more.

 Local owners say Memorial Day is a time to celebrate and remember the sacrifices made by the great men and women in our military, and they hope local heroes know how much they appreciate all they’ve done for each and every one in the community.

Memorial Weekend Salute

2023 Blackford Veterans Walk of Honor Memorial Weekend Salute

Scroll down below for post outlining other Memorial Day Weekend Events

Comment on safe water sought by scientists

The Kentucky Academy of Science is urging the state’s advocates for science and health to offer feedback as federal officials collect public comments on proposed national drinking water standards for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).

The proposed drinking water standards represent some of the most significant recommendations ever offered to protect the nation’s drinking water from PFAS. Under the proposal, legally enforceable levels would be established for six PFAS known to occur in drinking water.

PFAS are man-made chemicals found in a number of everyday products. Known as "forever chemicals" PFAS resist breaking down even many years after the items that contain them have been discarded. Because of this, they continually accumulate in soil and water, in the food supply, and even in human bloodstreams.  PFAS chemicals have been associated with health threats, including an increased risk for some cancers.

The public comment period runs through May 30. To see the full proposal and/or provide comments, CLICK HERE.

Free lunch Tuesday at Marion Baptist

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Tuesday, May 30 will be the monthly free lunch served at Marion Baptist Church.

Between 11 a.m.-1 p.m., church members will serve cheesy chicken and rice, roasted vegetables and cake to anyone in the community who wishes to stop by.

Marion Baptist Church is located on the corner of East Depot and South College streets.

Memorial Weekend Services

Blackford Veterans Walk of Honor will hosts its annual Memorial Day celebration and recognition service starting at 10 a.m., Saturday at the site on Blackford Church Road in Crittenden County. 

Keynote speaker is Judge Alan C. Stout. There will be a dedication service of 9 bricks and 4 tiles in memory of various individuals who have served in the U.S. military.

Musician and singer Tim Rhodes will be on sight providing entertainment beginning at 9 a.m. until the program begins, and then afterwards. Also at the event will be a food truck from Union County specializing in burgers, ice cream, donuts, etc.

SATURDAY

Blackford Veterans Memorial will host a service beginning at 10 a.m. Federal Judge Alan Stout will be keynote speaker and the event will feature a memorial brick dedication.

SUNDAY

Burna American Legion will host its annual Memorial Weekend event at 8 a.m., with a continental breakfast at end. U.S. Army veteran John Driskill of Smithland will be the speaker. 

MONDAY

Mapleview Cemetery in Marion will have its annual Memorial Day Service at 10 a.m. U.S. Army veteran John Driskill of Smithland will be the speaker. 

Shady Grove Cemetery will have its regular Memorial Day Service at  11 a.m. with lunch to follow. Judge-Executive Perry Newcom will be among the speakers. 

Fredonia will host a service honoring fallen veterans at its memorial. The event will begin at 1 p.m. Bring lawn chairs.

Crash and stolen vehicle today in county

An automobile accident this afternoon has led to a LifeFlight trip to Deaconess Hospital in Evansville for a man involved in a Jeep crash near Tolu. No further information was immediately available. 

Also, Crittenden County Sheriff has been working on a stolen vehicle case. A truck, trailer and lawn mower was stolen this morning from Marion. The sheriff says he's located the vehicle in Illinois, but the investigation is ongoing.

Crews find culprit at Lake George

Engineers and crewmen from a marine specialty company have found what they believe to be the original culprit for Marion's water woes that began last spring.

See this week's full edition of The Crittenden Press to find out all of the details.

The lake, once a recreation area for picnicking and fishing, is currently closed to the public due to potential dangers.

Deadline for Ag Census is May 31

The U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) will end data collection for the 2022 Census of Agriculture on May 31. Kentucky producers who have not yet returned their completed questionnaires have just one week left to respond. Federal law requires everyone who received the ag census to complete and return it. Recipients can respond online at agcounts.usda.gov or by mail.

"Agriculture is important in our state and the census data will be used by all who serve American agriculture," said NASS Regional Director David Knopf. "Your response means you are being represented and helping to shape the future of farming and rural communities."

USDA NASS is reminding ag census recipients that if they produced and sold $1,000 or more of agricultural product in 2022, or normally would have produced and sold that much, they meet USDA’s definition of a farm. However, landowners who lease land to producers, those solely involved in conservation programs, and even those who may not have farmed in 2022 are still required to respond.

“If you received the ag census but do not fit the definition of a farm, are no longer farming, never farmed,

Hurricane Youth Camp registration underway

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It's time to register for Hurricane Youth Camp.

Located in Crittenden County near Tolu, the non-denominational youth camp will be held June 12-17.

Cost is $200 for overnight campers and $185 for day campers.

Show and Shine Thursday in Marion

This Thursday is the first Marion Show and Shine event car show at the court square.

Every fourth Thursday of the month through September, the Marion Tourism Commission is sponsoring the car show. 

Participants can register to win $500 at the end of the car show season.

Shine up your unique ride and show it off.

Lady Rockets play regional semifinal today

UPDATE: Lady Rockets were defeated by Caldwell County in the regional semifinal. See this week's newspaper for details.

ORIGINAL POST

Crittenden County's Lady Rocket softball team will play Caldwell County in today's Second Region semifinal game starting at 5:30pm at Hopkins Central High School.

Caldwell (17-12) has beaten the Lady Rockets twice this season, 5-4 and 8-5. The Lady Tigers were runner-up to Madisonville in their district. 

Crittenden (14-15) has won four of its last five games. The only loss during that run was to Caldwell late in regular season. CCHS is the Fifth District champion for just the third time ever and will be playing in the regional Final Four for only the second time.

Tickets to today's game will be available for cash at the gate. 

Graduation events this week

Seniors lined up on the football field for a drone picture this week.

Baccalaureate for the Crittenden County High School Class of 2023 will be held tonight at 6pm at Rocket Arena.

Class Night is at 6 pm Thursday and graduation Friday at 6pm.

Regional softball tournament moved to Christian Co. HS

Update: Game moved to Christian County High School. School is located behind the school.

Cash will be accepted at the gate at Saturday's Second Region Softball Tournament.

The Lady Rockets play Union County at 3 p.m. Tickets are $10 each.

Cash gate at Second Region Softball Tournament

Cash will be accepted at the gate at Saturday's Second Region Softball Tournament.

The Lady Rockets play Union County at 3 p.m. Tickets are $10 each.

The Second Region Softball Tournament is being played at Hopkins County Central.

Library continues search for director

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The Crittenden County Public Library is searching 

for a new librarian.

Check out crittendenlibrary.org to get specifics of the position.

Applications are due June 2.

Personal property auctioned Saturday near Sturgis

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The Masons are downsizing and selling personal property Saturday, May 20 near Sturgis.

Railey's Auction Service will conduct the sale beginning at 9 a.m., at 1782 SR 2834, Sturgis.

Outdoor equipment and tools, furniture and household items are included in the sale.

Firemen respond to previously burned home

Crittenden County Volunteer Fire Department is en route to a structure fire at 3201 Mott City Road.

The house near the intersection of Weldon Road was vacant after catching fire several months ago. 

Marion City Fire, Salem and Fredonia Fire departments' assistance on the scene has been requested.

City Hall changes normal business hours

Marion City Hall has changed its normal office hours. City Hall is at Marion Commons off of Main Street. 

Regular hours are now 8 a.m., to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. The hours were previously 8:30 to 4:30.

CCHS SBDM voting is under way

Parents who will have students at Crittenden County High School during the 2023-24 school year may vote now through Friday, May 19 at 3 p.m. for their CCHS Site-Based, Decision-Making Council parent representatives. 

You should cast ballots for two nominees.

Vote at: https://forms.gle/n7gTtwaNRokew7dX8

You also may vote in person at CCHS between 8am and 3pm through Friday.

How Crittenden County voted on Tuesday

Crittenden County's balloting on Tuesday for the primary election closely mirrored statewide trends.

This week's full edition of the newspaper will take a look at the local details as Gov. Andy Beshear and Attorney General Daniel Cameron captured their parties' nominations in gubernatorial races.

In the newest edition of The Press – which will be on newsstands after lunchtime today – we will have a report on some key happenings coming up this week in Marion's ongoing water crisis.

Plus, there's a great deal more news you will want to read. A number of spring time events are being planned for the coming days, there is news from the police department and we have complete coverage from last week's grand jury and circuit court.

And, how about those Lady Rockets, who captured the first softball championship in five years and only the third in school history. Our spring sports roundup has all of the details on that and more.

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Third time in history, girls win softball title

Despite entering the postseason as the No. 4 seed in the league, Crittenden County won the Fifth District championship with back-to-back tournament victories Monday and Tuesday over Livingston Central and Lyon County, respectively. 

Strong defense, great pitching and some timely hitting were key to the Lady Rocket softball championship. 

The championship is just the third in Crittenden County softball history. 

Get details in this week's newspaper.

CCHS will advance to this weekend's regional tournament. Pairings will be determined later today.

Hurricane Youth Camp registration open

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It's time to register for Hurricane Youth Camp.

Located in Crittenden County near Tolu, the non-denominational youth camp will be held June 12-17.

Cost is $200 for overnight campers and $185 for day campers.

VBS at Marion Baptist first week in June

Mark your calendar for the first Vacation Bible School of the season.

Marion Baptist Church will host VBS June 5-7. 

Daily activities will be held between 12:45-4 p.m.

Visit marionbaptist.church to register.

Heritage looking for employees; passes available

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Several summer job opportunities exist at the Heritage at Marion Country Club. 

Applications for lifeguards, waitresses and a pro shop attendant now are being accepted.

Call (270) 350-6590 for more information.

The pool will open Memorial Day weekend. Passes are $200 for an individual; $350 for a family pass; and $7 daily for non-pass holders. The pool will be open 12:30-7 p.m., daily for non pass holders.

Public hearing Friday on Fohs project

There will be a public hearing Friday where citizens will have an opportunity to express views concerning the recreational needs of their community.  This forum will be hosted by Crittenden County Fiscal Court at 9 a.m., Friday, May 19 at Fohs Hall.

The specific purpose of this meeting is to discuss the Fohs Hall Rotunda Project, under application for Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) grant assistance.

Fohs Hall Inc., a community non-profit, is seeking funding to construct a new pavilion as part of a larger planned outdoor event and recreation space on a vacant three-acre lot at 130 N. Walker St. in Marion, directly across from the historic Fohs Hall, a National Register-listed community event center. 

Plans are for the proposed pavilion to provide shelter for outdoor events and daily use by the community at large. Preliminary design is complete, with construction set to begin immediately upon the availability of grant funding, anticipated near the start of FY 2024-25.

The development of this site will provide community members with easy, walkable access to outdoor recreation, greenspace and will offer a new outdoor venue for community-oriented events. To accomplish these improvements, the county is applying for up to $250,000 in Land and Water Conservation Fund grant assistance, representing 50 percent of the total estimated project cost of $500,000. Other financial partners are expected to be involved in the project, including Fohs Hall, Inc., and Crittenden County Tomorrow.

The public is invited to review and voice opinions 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 Crittenden County Fiscal Court, 107 S. Main St., Suite 208, Marion KY 42064, by 4:30 p.m. Monday, May 29, 2023.

Market and Park rules, events booking

As warmer weather approaches and folks begin to spend more time outdoors, Marion Tourism and Recreation Commission and Marion-Crittenden County Park Board remind citizens that organized use of the farmers market and/or park requires an approved reservation. 

There is a small fee for commercial vendors at Imogene Stout Market on Main and a small cost for groups or individuals who charge an entry fee for organized events at Marion-Crittenden County Park. Call Marion Welcome Center at  (270) 965-5015 to make a reservation.

There have been reports of dogs running free at Marion-Crittenden County Park. Police will be keeping an eye out for violations of the Marion leash law, which requires all dogs to be tethered while out of a cage or pen. It is illegal to let a pet roam freely at the park and owners are required to clean up their animal’s waste along walking trails.

Clerk open half day on Election Day

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The Crittenden County Clerk's Office will be open a half day on Election Day, Tuesday.

During the morning hours Tuesday, the clerk's office will be closed to get Election Day activities up and running efficiently.

Normal motor vehicle transactions may be conducted between noon-6 p.m.

New bridge opens next week

The new Cumberland River Bridge at Smithland is expected to be open next week. 

Construction on the bridge began in the summer 2021. 

Construction cost was $63.8 million and Jim Smith Construction built it. The new structure spanning the river just east of Smithland will replace the Lucy Jefferson Bridge, which opened in 1931. The old bridge will be demolished in August. 

Gov. Andy Beshear will be in Livingston County Monday for a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 2 p.m., Monday, following an organized walk across the bridge that will include dignitaries and students.

Special May pricing for LHHS heart scans

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Show your love for Mom this Mother's Day with a 

heart scan.

Livingston Hospital's cardiology clinic is offering a special price of $75 for specific testing during the 

month of May.

Schedule an appointment today. Evening and Saturday appointments are available.

CCHS seeks SBDM nominations

Friday is the last day Crittenden County High School will be accepting applications for two parent representative positions on its School-Based Decision Making (SBDM) council for the 2023-24 school year. 

These positions are both one-year terms and may be filled by anyone who is a parent or guardian of a child enrolled in Crittenden County High School for the coming school year. 

To nominate someone, send an email to staci.blackburn@crittenden.kyschools.us, phone the high school office at 270-965-2248 or stop by the Crittenden County High School office anytime between 8 a.m., and 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. 

Before nomination, it is important to confirm the person being nominated  is willing to accept the nomination and possible selection to the council. Individuals may also nominate themselves.

Voting will be open from Tuesday, May 16, at 8 a.m., through Friday, May 19, at 3:30 p.m. 

You may vote in person at the high school office or by using an electronic ballot. A link to the online ballot will be shared at that time. 

The top two vote-getters will be announced on Monday, May 22.

Site-based councils act as the primary governing body of each school in the district.

What's your home or property worth?

In this week's full edition of The Crittenden Press we explore the changing cost of building, remodeling or buying a home in this community.  

Plus, we take a look at trends in the price of farm and recreational land in Crittenden County. You'll be interested to read this article and others in our newspaper this week.

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Railey Auction is Saturday at 9 a.m.

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Railey's Auction Service will conduct an auction Saturday, May 13.

This auction will be the last one at the auction barn until June 3.

Household, glassware, yard tools, ammunition and more are included in Saturday's sale.

Library seeking candidates for director position

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The Crittenden County Public Library is searching 

for a new librarian.

Check out crittendenlibrary.org to get specifics of the position.

Applications are due June 2.

Highway work on KY 120

UPDATED

An improvement project that was supposed to have started late last week was delayed a bit, but will continue into next week on KY 120 between Marion and Tribune.

A contractor for the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) began earlier this week preparing to mill and pave along a section of KY 120 east of Marion. However, only preliminary work had begun and milling may not start until Monday.

This milling and paving project will begin at Main Street in Marion extending eastward to the Tribune Creek Bridge near the KY 654 intersection, which is about 5.2 miles.

Motorists should be alert for one lane traffic with alternating flow controlled by flaggers.  Some delays are possible during the movement and placement of equipment to facilitate the work.

Rogers Group is the prime contractor on this $757,958 highway improvement project.  The target completion date is Friday.

Moving sale this weekend in Marion

A moving sale will be held in Greenwood Heights Friday and Saturday.

The Harmon Drive sale will be held from 7 a.m.-3 p.m., May 12-13.

Clerk promotes Kentucky Gives Day

For over 10 years, the Kentucky Nonprofit Network (KNN) has rallied support for nonprofits all over the state by launching an annual day of giving called Kentucky Gives Day.  This year, the online giving campaign day is Tuesday, May 9th.

Crittenden County Circuit Court Clerk, Melissa Guill, encourages everyone to get involved and help others. 

“On May 9, people across the Commonwealth will celebrate generosity and make an impact for those in need. Our Transplant Patient Assistance Fund is one of the many wonderful programs you can support. We help at-risk Kentucky transplant patients who experience financial hardship due to medical bills, medications, and medical-related travel expenses. We can't allow organ transplant patients to have to choose between medication or groceries,” said Melissa Guill, Crittenden County Circuit Court Clerk. “Kentucky organ recipients, like one-year-old Rocky, need our help.”

The Transplant Patient Assistance Fund is administered by the Circuit Clerks’ Trust For Life/Donate Life Kentucky which is an independent non-profit participating in Kentucky Gives Day. 

“In 2022, our Transplant Patient Assistance Fund granted $92,439 to 113 organ transplant recipients in Kentucky.  They ranged from age 8 months to 72 years old.  In 2023, we are anticipating more grant requests than ever before,” explains Shelley Snyder, Executive Director.  “There are so many extraordinary nonprofits taking part in Kentucky Gives Day.  Every gift is meaningful, at any level.  We are eternally grateful for the Circuit Clerks’ continued commitment to the mission of organ donation and helping transplant patients.”  To learn more and donate go to: https://www.kygives.org/organizations/donatelifeky.

Over 100,000 children and adults in America are waiting on a lifesaving transplant.  Although there are a record-breaking number of transplants every year, still 17 people die waiting for their gift of life every day.  Everyone is encouraged to join the Kentucky Organ Donor Registry at either of the following ways: 

Beavers estate tag sale is this weekend

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An extensive tag sale at the home of the late Jerry Beavers 

will be held Friday and Saturday.

Included in the sale are several rooms worth of furniture, 

antiques, televisions and more.

The residence is located at 3334 U.S. 60 West in Marion.

Ellington Detailing has gift certificates for mom

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Every mom appreciates a clean car.

Gift certificates from Ellington Detailing can take care of that.

Stop and see Rommel Ellington Jr., for a gift certificate for mom.

Spring football scrimmage tonight in Marion

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Get a glimpse of this fall's Rocket football team tonight during a Blue-White scrimmage beginning at 7 p.m., at Rocket Stadium.

The 2023 Rocket football team will divided up to play an intrasquad scrimmage, which was developed as a conclusion to spring practice.

ELECTION: Local balloting underway now

Kentucky’s 2023 gubernatorial primary election is less than two weeks away and voting opportunities are available in the county.

In-person absentee voting is under way this week through May 10 at the Crittenden County Courthouse. This machine voting for absentee voters with an excuse for being out of town on Election Day will be from 8 a.m., to 4 p.m., in the county clerk’s office.

No-excuse early voting will be from 8 a.m., until 4 p.m., Thursday, May 11 through Saturday, May 13 inside the law library on the main floor of the courthouse. 

Polls on Election Day will be open 6 a.m., to 6 p.m., at five voting locations in Crittenden County. Marion Baptist Church is the countywide balloting center for voters from any precinct. You may also vote in your home precinct at Mexico Baptist Church, Repton Church, Deer Creek Church or Shady Grove Fire Department. 

County Clerk Daryl Tabor said turnout for statewide primaries with no local candidates on the ballot is typically low. Over the past 20 years, it’s been around 17 percent in this county. He anticipates much of the same as 15 candidates for governor headline the ballot, including Gov. Andy Beshear running for the Democratic nomination against two challengers. There are a dozen GOP candidates seeking the party’s ticket.

Today is National Time for Prayer

Today is National Day of Prayer, an annual day of observance designated by the United States Congress and held on the first Thursday of May, when people are asked "to turn to God in prayer and meditation."

Pinta replica coming to Lake Barkley marina

The Pinta is coming to Green Turtle Bay in Grand Rivers. The replica 15th century ship will be docked there from May 5-14.

The Pinta was one of three Portuguese ships under the command of Christopher Columbus when he sailed westward from Europe and discovered the Americas. The Pinta was the first ship to sight land on the famous voyage of discovery on Oct. 12, 1492.

The replica is a floating museum for dockside educational tours. No reservation is necessary to take a self-guided tour aboard the ship. Tickets are $8 for adults, $7 seniors and military and $6 for children 16-under. Children 4-under are free.

Railey's Auction starts at 9 a.m., Saturday

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Check out Saturday's auction at Railey's Auction Service!

Located in Crittenden County about 4 miles from Sullivan, Railey's Auction Service has a variety of sale items. 

Some of the items up for auction this Saturday include tools, guns and Indian artifacts.

One-lane traffic on U.S. 60 West

Flaggers are on U.S. 60 West, limiting travel to one lane near Liberty Tire.

State highway workers are installing a guard rail across the road from the entrance to the recycling plant. 

The work is about a half mile from the Marion city limits.

Brush dump violations lead to big problem

Violations at the Crittenden County Brush Dump on Bridwell Loop came to a head recently, and were exacerbated early this week by a big load if non-permitted material being left at the site. 

The state has stepped in and it's bad news for the county. 

See this week's full edition of The Crittenden Press for details. 

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Church seeks part-time secretary

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Marion United Methodist Church is hiring a part-time secretary.

Duties include general offices duties and preparing weekly bulletins.

If you are interested, send resume or call Patti at (270) 704-1435.

Crash blocks road south of Salem

A tractor-trail crash between Salem and Pinckneyville is blocking KY 723.

The crash was near the 4.5 mile marker near Cedar Grove Road. The highway will be blocked until about 4:30pm according to the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet.

Ferry down for winds again

The Cave In Rock Ferry will be closed temporarily today due to high winds, which have been a big problem this spring. 

Service across the Ohio River will resume when winds subside.

KET presents candidate forum tonight

KET continues its political coverage with Kentucky Tonight on Monday featuring conversations with primary candidates in the Kentucky governor’s race.

Candidates invited to appear include Daniel Cameron, Kelly Craft, Eric Deters, Alan Keck and Ryan Quarles.

 The program, hosted by Renee Shaw, airs Monday, May 1, at 7 pm on KET. The program also will stream live at KET.org/Live and will be archived online at KET.org/PublicAffairs.

Viewers with questions and comments may send email to kytonight@ket.org or use the message form at KET.org/KyTonight. Viewers may also submit questions and comments on Twitter @KyTonightKET.  The phone number for viewer questions during the program is 1-800-494-7605.  All messages should include first and last name and town or county.

Kentucky Tonight programs are available online at KET.org and are rebroadcast on KET, KET KY, and radio. Kentucky Tonight is a weekly KET production.

Will your property be reassessed this year?

Grab the latest edition of The Crittenden Press to see if your property or home will be among those reassessed for tax purposes.

The April 27, 2023 newspaper has more about what you can expect from the Crittenden County Property Valuation Administrator in the coming days. Some of you will be getting letters if you haven not already.

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