Lyon County Sheriff's Department Activity

Following is an activity report from the past week by Lyon County Sheriff's Department:

- On Tuesday, September 24, 2024, around 5:30pm, deputies responded to a medical call at a residence on US 62 East. Upon further investigation, Ricky W. Henson (58) of Eddyville was arrested by Deputy Josh Travis and charged on a Marshall Circuit Court bench warrant for non-payment of court costs, fees, or fines. He was lodged in the Marshall County Detention Center.

- On Wednesday, September 25th, 2024, around 7am, a citizen in the Lamasco community reported a theft to the Sheriff’s Office of a Big Tex, Model 22GN-HD flatbed, gooseneck trailer similar to the one pictured below. The trailer was stolen during a burglary of a barn off Ferguson Road. During the commission of the burglary, an anti-theft device was removed from the trailer. The trailer was believed to have been last seen headed into Caldwell County on Nabb School Road. If anyone has information about this theft, they are asked to contact Sheriff Brent White at (270) 388-2311.

- On Wednesday, September 25, 2024, around 8:30am, SRO Deputy Cory Jessup responded to a threat complaint at the Lyon County Middle School. Following his investigation, he charged a male juvenile student with Terroristic Threatening-3rd Degree after the juvenile reportedly made a threat to murder another student. There were multiple witnesses to the threats which began on a school bus and continued once inside the school. The juvenile was removed from school and released to the custody of his parents.

- On Wednesday, September 25, 2024, around 10:44am, deputies arrested Frederick Pierce (48) of Whitley City on a McCreary Circuit Court bench warrant for Failure to Appear related to a burglary and theft case. Pierce awaits extradition back to McCreary County.

- On Wednesday, September 25, 2024, around 12:50am, Chief Deputy Sam Adams responded to a two-vehicle collision on KY 818 North in the 3000 block. His investigation revealed a 2015 Nissan Rogue

KY Wildfire Season Begins Tuesday

NO DAYLIGHT BURNING

Gov. Andy Beshear and Energy and Environment Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Goodman are urging Kentuckians to be alert as the fall wildfire hazard season begins Oct. 1, bringing outdoor burning restrictions to the state. 

“In 2023, Kentucky experienced more than 1,100 wildfires, with 48,000 acres burned.” said Gov. Beshear. “Let’s work together this wildfire season to be extra cautious and to protect our extraordinary natural resources, our homes and our communities.”  

The commonwealth’s outdoor burning law (KRS149.400) prohibits burning between the hours of 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. local time if the fire is within 150 feet of any woodland, brushland or field containing dry grass or other flammable materials. These restrictions are in effect every fall (Oct. 1 – Dec. 15) and spring (Feb. 15 – April 30) to help prevent wildfires.  

“The National Interagency Coordination Center’s Predictive Services are indicating the wildfire potential for Kentucky is above normal for October and November. This is due to the lack of precipitation

US 60 Yard Sale this week

 Plans are being made for the annual 200-mile yard sale that stretches through Crittenden County.

Western Kentucky's Highway 60 Yard Sale will be Thursday, Oct. 3 through Sunday, Oct. 6.  The sale stretches over eight western Kentucky counties, namely Meade, Breckinridge, Hancock, Daviess, Henderson, Union, Crittenden and Livingston. Indoor and outdoor sales will be on tap with most open from dawn to dusk.

Contact Marion Welcome Center 270-965-5015 to see about promoting your sale.

Downsizing sale: Oct. 3-5

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A large tag sale will be held Oct. 3-5 just off U.S. 60 West of Marion.

Located inside the pole barn behind 2331 U.S. 60, the sale will include furniture, glassware, Christmas decor, tools, heavy duty wrenches, collectibles and primitive tools.

Shop construction materials at Lone Star

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Lone Star Building Supply in Princeton offers a full lumber yard and sells building supplies for all types of construction.

Musgove Overhead Doors is part of the business, and both divisions offer free quotes.

Lone Star Building Supply is located on U.S. 62 between Princeton and Eddyville. 

Health First welcomes Sharon Hodges

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Shannon Hodges, APRN-BC, FNP-C has joined the staff of Health First at its community health center in Princeton.

Hodges' practice is in family medicine and 

gerontology.

Health First accepts commercial insurance, 

Medicare and Medicaid and private pay.

Discounts and transportation are available.

Consignment sale at Buntin's Oct. 5

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Buntin Auction Service's Fall Consignment Auction is Saturday, Oct. 5.

Farm equipment, vehicles, tools, trailers, guns and 

much more will be sold beginning at 9 a.m., behind Buntin Trailer Sales on KY 297 near Sheridan.

Items are being added daily. This is not a sale you 

want to miss.

To consign, call (270) 704-0726.

Crittenden Burn Ban Lifted

Crittenden County's outdoor burn ban was lifted earlier today because there has been sufficient rainfall to correct drought conditions that had created a hazardous situation with regard to wildfires.

As a reminder, the statewide Fall Wildfire Season begins Oct. 1, after which outdoor burning is prohibited during daylight hours from 6am to 6pm within 150 feet of a woodland or grassland. 

Rains Thursday night and throughout Friday have dumped 4-5 inches of rain on the county. 

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Hayride coming to Fohs Oct. 19

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The fall edition of the Old Kentucky Hayride will take the Fohs Hall stage Oct. 19.

In addition, Fohs Hall will serve as the venue for a revival of the Living Christmas Tree in December.

These and other events are held in beautiful, historic Fohs Hall, which is available for rentals for various occasions.

Smoke smell evacs high school

Crittenden County High School students have been evacuated to Rocket Arena as a precautionary measure because smoke was smelled in the upstairs area of the school.

The fire department and law enforcement is on the scene. 

Main Lake Road is reopened

A road in southern Crittenden County that has been closed for several days has reopened.

Bridge repair work on Main Lake Road was completed yesterday and it is back open this morning.

Main Lake Road runs souther of Maple Sink between KY 70 and KY 855.

Man wanted for hitting chief with motorcycle

 A reward is being offered by Crittenden County TipLine leading to the capture of a Marion man wanted on various charges, including running into Police Chief Bobby West with his motorcycle.

Chris McKinley, 39, of Marion is wanted on felony, misdemeanor and traffic charges for an incident that occurred at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 21 on the north side of Marion near Creekside Apartments. 

West and Deputy Boyd Bates were attempting to serve

McKinley

three warrants on McKinley when he tried to speed away on a motorcycle, striking the chief, who was on foot, leaving him with minor injuries. McKinley sped away on the bike.

Wanton endangerment, fleeing or evading police, criminal mischief and other charges have been filed against McKinley, among others.

Anyone with information about the suspect's whereabouts is asked to call Marion Police Department at 270-965-3500. A reward could be paid if McKinley’s arrested.

Livingston Bale Trail Registration ends tomorrow

Livingston County 4-H Bale Trail registration closes Friday, Sept. 27 and all displays must be up by 8 a.m. on Monday, Sept. 30. The registration fee of $20 supports 4-H programs and county be paid at the Livingston County Extension Office or on their Facebook page.

Displays can be non-traditional (painted bales, etc.) or traditional fall decor (non-painted bales and fall decor). They can consist of square, round, loaf, loose hay or straw. The decoration materials are not limited in any way but should be decorated in a good clean wholesome nature, keeping the values of the Livingston County 4-H program. 

Maps for the bale trail will be made available on Oct. 1 and voting will take place Oct.1-31. Winners will be announced on Saturday, Nov. 2  at the 3rd annual bale blast at the Livingston County Extension office located in Smithland.

For more information about the event contact the Livingston County Extension office at (270) 928-2168 or email shares.schoonover@uky.edu.

Suspicious man is not KU contractor

Suspicious vehicle is believed to
be a Chevrolet Cruz.

Sheriff Evan Head says a suspicious male driving a black vehicle has been lurking around Crittenden County the past few days. At least once, the man falsely presented himself as Kentucky Utilities worker when confronted by a homeowner.

Coincidently, this suspicious activity has occurred concurrent to a KU exercise to replace meters at homes and businesses in the area. KU recently sent letters to customers in Crittenden County notifying them of the activity.

Head said the suspicious person reported by a homeowner on Yandell Mine Road Wednesday was not a legitimate KU employee or contractor. Head said the man and vehicle have also been seen in the Freedom area just off KY 91 North and in the Cotton Patch Road and Dam 50 area. 

The sheriff describes the suspicious individual as a white male, aged 20-30 and heavyset. He believes the vehicle is black Chevy Cruz.

The individual is “portraying himself as a KU employee going to residences asking questions, walking around houses and wanting to come inside,” the sheriff said. “We have confirmed this subject is not working for, nor contracted by KU and should not be going to residences for any reason. If anyone comes to your home wanting inside, please do not allow them inside.”

Technicians working on behalf of Kentucky Utilities are over the next few weeks replacing electric meters in the county, it said in a letter to property owners.

Customers affected have received notice from LG&E/KU regarding this Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) program. New meters are being installed at no cost to customers, and will help manage energy use and offer new tools and service on an online dashboard.

A technician carrying photo identification and driving vehicles marked as LG&E and KU contractors will exchange old meters for the new technology. The process will take a few minutes. 

Anyone who does not wish to receive an advanced meter should visit http://leg-ku.com/meter-opt-out and fill out an electronic form. Customers who opt out will be contacted concerning a monthly charge in incurred by opting out.

The KU website explains that the cost of the project "will be offset by the savings that will occur with reductions in the cost of meter reading, service requests, outage management and other automated functions that will be implemented over time."

Sheriff Head asks that if anyone encounters the suspected described above to call law enforcement immediately at 270-965-3500. If possible, take photo of the license plate and person, the sheriff requests. 

Spilled oil or hydraulic fluid is creating traffic problems near the school and hospital. 

Deputy James Duncan reports that the intersection of US 60 and County Club Drive is very slick. 

Vehicles are have difficulty stopping and starting. 

Avoid the area if possible.

A road maintenance crew is responding.

Garage sale Oct. 3-5

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A moving sale will be held on Mt. Zion Church Rd.,
next week - and will include fried pies.

Future, new Tupperware and lots of other household items will be available for purchase.

Spots available for U.S. 60 sale

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Marion & Company is renting spaces for individuals planning sales during the U.S. 60 Yard Sale Oct. 3-5. 

Spaces are $25 each.

Call (270) 965-7030 to reserve a space.

Lyon Sheriff Activity Report

Following the weekly activity report from Lyon County Sheriff Brent White: 

On Saturday, September 14, 2024, Deputy Josh Travis was called to a residence on Dustin Road in an effort to locate Marvin J. Daricek (62) of Kuttawa. Deputies had been searching for Daricek for several weeks due to civil and criminal process. Upon his arrival, Deputy Travis noted a dog was in poor body condition. The dog was seized and turned over to the Dog Warden as it was apparent, the dog was not being attended to and had no food, no adequate shelter, and no adequate water. If anyone knows the whereabouts of Marvin Daricek, they are asked to contact the Sheriff’s Office at 270.388.2311.

 As of Sunday, September 15, 2024, Deputy Josh Travis continues to investigate an incident which occurred on Sunday, September 8, 2024 around 2pm when an unidentified white female attempted to purchase merchandise at the KY 293 Dollar General store with two-counterfeit, one-hundred-dollar bills. An alert clerk at the store detected the fake currency and stopped the transaction. Upon telling the customer he had to contact law enforcement, the female left the store in an unknown make/model white SUV. If anyone has information concerning the identity of this female, you are asked to contact the Sheriff’s Office at 270.388.2311.

On Monday, September 16, 2024, around 6:53am, Sheriff Brent White responded to a theft complaint on Liberty Road off KY 293. His investigation revealed an unidentified person(s) pulled up to a county mowing tractor which was parked off the roadway and stole 25 gallons of diesel fuel and a tray of tools from an exterior mounted tool box. The total value of the stolen property is $483.74. The crime is believed to have happened between Friday, September 13th at 2pm and Monday, September 16th at 6:30am. If anyone has information concerning the identity of the suspect in this case, you are asked to contact the Sheriff’s Office at 270.388.2311.

On Tuesday, September 18, 2024, around 5:20pm, Deputy Michelle Kent arrested Justin A. Kingston (34) of Kuttawa. Kingston was the subject of a McCracken District Court bench warrant for failure to appear.

Lady Rockets 0-3 in pool play

In three sets, the Lady Rockets lost their third volleyball pool match in the All A Classic State Tournament to Raceland this morning. 

Crittenden lost its first two pool play matches Friday night against Sayre and Shelby Valley.

At 0-3 in pool play, CCHS has been eliminated from an opportunity to play in the championship bracket. 

Instead, the girls just started consolation bracket play against Paducah’s Community Christian. 

Saturday's Fohs Fall into Arts - Calendar of Events

In This Week's Full Edition of The Press
Read about one of the artists who will be on
display Saturday at Fohs Hall in Marion

9 a.m., continuing all-day - Arts Vendors. Octahedron Demonstrations - demonstrations on cleaving octahedrons from fluorite where you can learn the techniques for splitting the mineral into geometric shapes. Community Artwork -  create community art by participating in a collaborative painting project. Photo Opportunity sponsored by Rusty Gate Farms. Crittenden County Homemaker Breads & Candy. Woman’s Club of Marion pies. Kids Zone. Instrument Petting Zoo - Explore musical instruments up close and try playing them at our Instrument Petting Zoo! Sponsored by CCHS Band Students. Face Painting. Sponsored by CCHS Art Club. Pumpkin painting station. Sponsored by Boy Scout Troop 30. Nature Activity Station - leaf prints, leaf shadow drawings, leaf doodling, fall matching game, coffee filter leaves, fork painting. Street Art

9:30 a.m. - Fall Planter Demonstration by Dee Heimgartner, Crittenden County Extension Agent for Agriculture and Natural Resources. In this demonstration, you'll learn how to design beautiful seasonal arrangements with autumn flowers, plants, and decor. Perfect for adding a festive touch to your porch or patio.

10 a.m., Paper Pumpkin Workshop by Kathleen Guess, Crittenden County Gifted and Talented Teacher. Create a charming fall accent at the Book Page Pumpkin workshop. Using old paperback pages, you’ll craft a unique, decorative pumpkin perfect for autumn. All materials provided. Space limited.

10 a.m., CCHS Band Boosters Concession Stand.

The CCHS Band Boosters will be running concessions at the event. Stop by to grab a delicious lunch or snack, while supporting the Crittenden County High School band.  

10 a.m., Cake Walk  sponsored by the Mary Hall Ruddiman Animal Shelter. Pay $1 for a chance to win a cake.

11 a.m., Soup-ort the Arts sponsored by Community Arts Foundation. Enjoy a variety of soups, and take home a hand-glazed bowl, while supporting local arts. Reserve your tickets in advance or purchase at the door. 

11 a.m.,  Pedal Tractor Pull sponsored by CCHS FFA. Kids can race pedal tractors for fun and prizes. It's a great way to support FFA and enjoy a family-friendly event! Registration begins at 10:30 a.m.

Noon Kids Jewelry Painting Workshop by CCHS Art Teacher Elizabeth Rodriguez. Kids get creative decorating their own jewelry with vibrant colors and designs. All materials are provided.

1 p.m.,  Wooden Pumpkin Trio Workshop by H & H Home and Hardware. Create and decorate three charming wooden pumpkins for a festive fall display. All materials and tools provided. RSVP to H&H to ensure you have a space. 

Corn Festival in Morganfield next week

Sponsored by the Lions Club, Morganfield’s 50th Corn Festival will be held Thursday, Sept. 26 through Saturday, Sept. 28. 

The festival includes pageants, inflatables, games, food, music and entertainment. 

The carnival is open all three days. 

There is pickle ball and a sand volleyball tournament Sept. 26. 

On Sept. 27, there is a cross fit competition, talent show and fireworks. 

On Saturday of the weekend event, there will be a 5K race and walk, baby contest, Cubmobile races, beard contest, 9-ball tournament and parade. 

THE SHOW | CCHS Vball girls to All A State

Lady Rocket volleyball team won its first ever All A Classic 2nd Region crown recently and will play this weekend at Elizabethtown in then Small-School State Tournament. 

See complete preview in this week's full edition of The Crittenden Press. 

Watch now to hear from Coach Savannah Tays and players Mary Stephens, Braelyn Merrill, Brooke Winstead and Carly Porter on the Whitetail Properties Coach's Show in partnership with Marion Dairy Queen, Marion Eye Care Center, Shear Illusions and Johnson's Furniture and Appliance.

TICKET INFO Fan admission price is $10 on Friday night and $10 on Saturday Children ages 3 and under shall be admitted free. tickets will be available through GOFAN. Re-entry is permitted for both days. Gates will open at 5:00 p.m. on Friday and 7:30 a.m. on Saturday. Wristbands will be required for reentry.

Fall into the Arts Saturday at Fohs Hall

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The following activities will take place during the third annual Fall into the Arts Festival Saturday at Fohs Hall. A $ indicates there are fees for that activity; otherwise, entrance to the event and most activities are offered at no charge.

9 AM, continuing all-day
Arts Vendors $
-Octahedron Demonstrations - demonstrations on cleaving octahedrons from fluorite where you can learn the techniques for splitting the mineral into geometric shapes.
-Community Artwork - create community art by participating in a collaborative painting project
-Photo Opportunity sponsored by Rusty Gate Farms
-Crittenden County Homemaker Breads & Candy $
-Woman’s Club of Marion pies $
-Kids Zone
-Instrument Petting Zoo - Explore musical instruments up close and try playing them at our Instrument Petting Zoo sponsored by CCHS Band Students
-Face Painting $ sponsored by CCHS Art Club
-Pumpkin painting station $ sponsored by Boy Scout Troop 30
Nature Activity Station - leaf prints, leaf shadow drawings, leaf doodling, fall matching game, coffee filter leaves, fork painting
-Street Art

9:30 AM Fall Planter Demonstration by Dee Heimgartner, Crittenden County Extension Agent for Agriculture and Natural Resources. In this demonstration, you'll learn how to design beautiful seasonal arrangements with autumn flowers, plants, and decor. Perfect for adding a festive touch to your porch or patio!

10 AM Paper Pumpkin Workshop by Kathleen Guess, Crittenden County Gifted and Talented Teacher. Create a charming fall accent at the Book Page Pumpkin workshop. Using old paperback pages, you’ll craft a unique, decorative pumpkin perfect for autumn. All materials provided. Space limited.

10 AM CCHS Band Boosters Concession Stand $

The CCHS Band Boosters will be running concessions at the event. Stop by to grab a delicious lunch or snack, while supporting the Crittenden County High School band.

10 AM Cake Walk $ sponsored by the Mary Hall Ruddiman Animal Shelter. Pay just $1 for a chance to win a delicious cake.

11 AM Soup-ort the Arts $ sponsored by Community Arts Foundation. Enjoy a variety of soups, and take home a hand-glazed bowl, while supporting local arts. Reserve your tickets in advance or purchase at the door.

11 AM Pedal Tractor Pull sponsored by CCHS FFA. Kids can race pedal tractors for fun and prizes. It's a great way to support FFA and enjoy a family-friendly event! Registration begins at 10:30 a.m.

12 PM Kids Jewelry Painting Workshop by CCHS Art Teacher Elizabeth Rodriguez. Kids get creative decorating their own jewelry with vibrant colors and designs. All materials are provided.

1 PM Wooden Pumpkin Trio Workshop by H & H Home and Hardware. Create and decorate three charming wooden pumpkins for a festive fall display. All materials and tools provided. RSVP to H&H to ensure you have a space.

Alleged mock wedding prompts public response

About 150 people attended Wednesday's board of education meeteing

About 150 citizens attended a Crittenden County Board of Education meeting Wednesday evening at Rocket Arena in response to an alleged mock same-sex wedding held during school hours on the middle school campus earlier this month.

Smartphone video of the event was apparently taken by multiple students, based on what could been seen in still frame of the video posted online earlier this week. The screenshot appeared to show students lined up for the fake ceremony on the middle school’s front lawn, many of them holding smartphones in the air either taking photos or recording the event. 

The social media post of the screenshot with a short description questioning what had occufred drew almost 300 comments in first few hours online before it was removed. 

The Press has obtained and reviewed a video clip of the event that last about three minutes.

Wednesday’s special school board meeting had already been scheduled and its agenda set by the time the controversial event was made public on social media. Kentucky Open Meetings laws require public boards and agencies to limit formal discussion and action to items published on a special meeting’s agenda. Straying from the agenda is a violation of state law.

Although this topic was not specifically on the agenda, there was a provision made for public comment and multiple individuals took that opportunity to voice opinions about the school allowing the alleged mock ceremony on campus during school. Virtually all public comment made during the school board meeting was in opposition to the alleged mock wedding being allowed at school. 

Some did speak in defense of at least one educator who may have been associated with the function.

The comment period lasted about two and half hours and 30 people spoke.

School officials made very little comment on the matter during Wednesday’s meeting, citing the fact that the issue remains under investigation by the district.

It is unclear if any personnel or other action has been taken in response the event that allegedly transpired on Sept. 6. Also unclear is whether or not school policy was violated by the alleged event.

Comments were civil during the board meeting and at times drew applause from those who attended. A good bit of Bible scripture was also quoted during comments. Although the teacher or teachers involved in the matter have not been named by the school district, some individuals who spoke during meeting did reference at least one educator by name.

WPSD-TV from Paducah was at the meeting to provide news coverage and multiple law enforcement officers were there, which is uncommon for typical school board meetings in Marion.

The Crittenden Press attended the meeting and will provide further coverage in next week’s full edition of the newspaper.

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Crittenden burn ban remains in effect

 Although some nearby areas have lifted their burn bans, Crittenden County has not.

The ban remains in effect and beginning Oct. 1 Kentucky's fall wildfire season begins which prohibits burning during daylight hours from 6am to 6pm within 150 feet of a woodlot and grassland.

Buntin fall consignment accepting equipment

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Buntin Auction Service's fall consignment sale will be held Oct. 5. 

Items for the sale are being accepted, including farm machinery, vehicles and other farm tools and 

equipment.

To consign, contact Curt Buntin at (270) 704-0726.

Lyon County Sheriff's Activity Report

Following are reports from Lyon County Sheriff's Department activity last week:

- On Sunday, September 8, 2024, around 8:30am, Chief Deputy Sam Adams responded to a single-vehicle collision on KY 93, approximately 5.2 miles South of Eddyville. His investigation revealed an unidentified driver was in the Lake Way Storage parking lot when they collided with a water meter and large rock in the parking lot of the business. A witness reported the vehicle as a black, unknown make truck which had a loud exhaust. The unidentified truck was last seen driving North toward Eddyville on KY 93. If anyone has information concerning this incident, they are asked to contact the Sheriff’s Office at (270) 388-2311.

- On Tuesday, September 10, 2024, around 8:24am, Chief Deputy Sam Adams responded to a single-vehicle collision on Fairview Avenue at the school. His investigation revealed a 2018 Toyota Corolla, driven by Odalis A. Coronado (48) of Eddyville had pulled into the drop-off line at the school off Fairview Avenue. As she was making her way into the parking lot, Coronado lost control after depressing the accelerator instead of the brake pedal and abruptly turned right before impacting and going over a concrete curb. Once over the curb, she went across the sidewalk which was parallel with Fairview Avenue and impacted a ditch. A child in the car, which was not restrained in a child restraint system, received minor injuries to the face. Coronado was charged with No Operator’s License, Failure to Maintain Required Insurance-1st Offense, and Failure to Use Child Restraint Device in Vehicle. 

- On Tuesday, September 10, 2024, around 1:30pm, deputies charged Kristopher Adams (32) of Wallingford on a bench warrant with one count of Failure to Appear from Boone District Court. Adams’

DeWitt estate sale this weekend

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An estate sale originally scheduled for last Friday and Saturday has been rescheduled for this weekend.

The DeWitt estate sale will be held Sept. 20-21 on 

Fritts Rd., just outside the eastern Marion city limits. 

Included in the sale are cabinets,  furniture, glassware and miscellaneous items.

The sale begins at 9 a.m., both Sept. 20 and Sept. 21, 
and continues until 2 p.m.

Warden book signing Saturday

Crittenden County Public Library will host a book signing event on Saturday, Sept. 21 featuring former Kentucky State Penitentiary warden and former Crittenden County jailer Philip Parker. 

“Guard,” a book written by Parker, is set for release this month. 

Also coming up in September is the regular meeting of the Crittenden County Genealogy Society. The group meets the second Saturday of each month in the library meeting room. This month’s meeting is at 10 a.m., on Saturday, Sept. 14.

Livingston lifts burn ban

A burn ban put into plays just days ago due to dry and arid conditions in Livingston County has been lifted, according to Judge-Executive Teris Swanson. 

The ban was issued on Sept. 3 and removed Saturday, Sept. 14 following a couple of days of rainfall.

Although ban is lifted, Swanson reminds everyone to abide by outdoors burning laws.

Staring Oct. 1 is Kentucky's wildfire season when outdoors burning within 150 feet of a grassland or woodland is prohibited during daylight hours form 6am to 6pm.

Here is how to join 4-H

Crittenden County 4-H Clubs are off and running for the new program year. Nearly a dozen different groups are available for youth and teens, including Cloverbuds, cooking, homeschool, ecology, horse, livestock leadership and Early American Heritage clubs.

A 4-H Achievement informational workshop will be held Thursday, Sept. 18 at 3:30 p.m., and again at 5:30 p.m., at the Crittenden County Extension office. The program recognizes participants’ accomplishments and is designed to increase 4-Hers’ knowledge, skills and abilities. 

Club meeting times and locations are as follows:

Geology Club – 3:30 p.m., third Monday of each month at Ben E. Clement Mineral Museum.

Horse Club – 3:45 p.m., third Wednesday of each month at Crittenden County Extension Annex.

Livestock Club – 4:45 p.m., third Wednesday of each month at Crittenden County Extension Annex.

Early American Heritage – For sixth-12th grade, meets at Crittenden County Extension Park first Monday of each month.

Cooking Club – For fourth-sixth graders, meets at 5:30 p.m., at the Crittenden County Extension Annex.

Cooking Club – For high school students, meets at CCHS Sept. 24, Oct. 15 and Oct. 29, Nov. 12 and 26 and Dec. 10 in partnership with the 21st Century Learning Program.

Horse Club – 3:45 p.m., third Wednesday of each month at the Crittenden County Extension Annex.

Livestock Club – 4:45 p.m., Sept. 18 at the Crittenden County Extension Annex.

Two homeschool clubs for Lyon and Crittenden County will begin meeting Oct. 18 in Marion, followed by monthly dates rotating between Marion and Eddyville. 

For information about the Cloverbuds program, Foresty Field Days, and any 4-H club, call the Crittenden County Extension Service at (270) 965-5236.

Snapchat post locks down school

UPDATE: Lockdown has been lifted and students have resumed normal activities on campus, according to a statement at 12:30pm by Crittenden County School District. The district said extra law enforcement will remain on school grounds for the remainder of the day.

ORIGINAL POST

Crittenden County High School and Crittenden County Middle School are on "soft lockdown" due to a Snapchat post.

The school issued a notice to parents about an hour ago saying the lockdown was being conduced "out of an abundance of caution."

Crittenden County Sheriff's Department says it is actively involved and that an investigation is ongoing by law enforcement and school officials. 

"Student and staff safety is the number one priority," the department said in its official statement. It also said characterized the lockdown a "precautionary measure."

Kentucky State Police announced yesterday that it has been responding to several school threats that have occurred across the Commonwealth this week.

“Kentucky State Police will continue to work with school resource officers, local law enforcement and school administrators to ensure the safety of all students. As a trooper and a father who has children in our school system, I can assure you that we will take any threat seriously and make arrests where possible.” said Kentucky State Police Commissioner Phillip Burnett Jr.

Game day: Give Brunch of Sandwiches a try

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A Brunch of Sandwiches sells breakfast all day, and offers unique sandwiches to satisfy any craving.

Check out the menu and click to start your order. Drive-thru pickup available.

Farmers selling truck, trailer

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Farmers Bank & Trust Co. in Marion is accepting

bids on two items – a 2011 Chevrolet 2500 and a 2004 Paam box trailer. 

Sealed bids will be accepted through 5 p.m., Friday, Sept. 13. Inspections may take place by contacting 

Jared Byford at the bank's main location on Main 

Street in Marion. 

Bid forms should be obtained by contacting Byford at (270) 965-3106.

Red Cross: Critical need for blood

 In September, the American Red Cross stresses the continuing critical need for blood products to ensure patient care. Donors of all blood types are asked to give now to keep blood supply levels rising after a summer shortage. Type O blood donors and those giving platelets are especially needed. 

A steady increase in lifesaving blood products is vital to ensuring hospitals stay ready for any situation this fall. As National Preparedness Month continues, the Red Cross highlights the importance of having a strong supply of blood products already on hand for disasters and emergencies of all kinds and to meet the needs of patients every day.

Now is the time to book an appointment and help patients counting on lifesaving transfusions. To schedule a time to give blood or platelets, visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS or use the Red Cross Blood Donor App. In thanks, those who come to give Sept. 1-15, 2024, will receive an exclusive Red Cross raglan T-shirt, while supplies last. 

All who come to give Sept. 16-30, 2024, will get a $15 e-gift card to a merchant of choice. For details, visit RedCrossBlood.org/Fall. 

Upcoming blood donation opportunities Sept. 10-30

Benton Elementary School, 208 W. 11th St., Benton, KY 42025

9/30/2024: 1 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Calvert City Civic Center, 991 E. 5th Ave., Calvert City, KY 42029

9/9/2024: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m.

CFSB Mayfield, 100 Dick Castleman Bypass, Mayfield, KY 42066

9/27/2024: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

City Hall Tourist Welcome Center, 206 E. Market St., Princeton, KY 42445

9/23/2024: 12:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Fellowship Baptist Church, 890 Senior Ave., Vienna, IL 62995

9/16/2024: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m.

First Presbyterian Church, 1601 Main St., Murray, KY 42071

9/12/2024: 12:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

First United Methodist Church, 210 S. Washington St., Clinton, KY 42031

9/16/2024: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Graves County Health Department, 416 Central Ave., Mayfield, KY 42066

9/13/2024: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Knights of Columbus Hall 1418, 106 Picnic Blvd., Fancy Farm, KY 42039

9/15/2024: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Lyon County Convention Center @ Lee S Jones Park, 172 Lee S Jones Park, Eddyville, KY 42038

9/11/2024: 10:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Lyon County High School, 209 Fairview Ave., Eddyville, KY 42038

9/24/2024: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Mercy Health-Lourdes Hospital, 1530 Lone Oak Road, Paducah, KY 42003

9/18/2024: 7 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Mt Pleasant Mennonite Church, 2345 Almus Road, Wingo, KY 42088

9/20/2024: 2 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Murray Middle School, 801 Main St., Murray, KY 42071

9/17/2024: 1 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Paducah Blood Donation Center, 4635 Falconcrest Drive, Paducah, KY 42001

9/9/2024: 12:30 p.m. - 7 p.m.

9/10/2024: 12:30 p.m. - 7 p.m.

9/11/2024: 11 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

9/12/2024: 8 a.m. - 2:15 p.m.

9/13/2024: 8 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

9/14/2024: 8 a.m. - 2:15 p.m.

9/15/2024: 8 a.m. - 2:15 p.m.

9/16/2024: 12:30 p.m. - 7 p.m.

9/17/2024: 12:30 p.m. - 7 p.m.

9/18/2024: 11 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

9/19/2024: 8 a.m. - 2:15 p.m.

9/20/2024: 8 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

9/21/2024: 8 a.m. - 2:15 p.m.

9/22/2024: 8 a.m. - 2:15 p.m.

9/23/2024: 12:30 p.m. - 7 p.m.

9/24/2024: 12:30 p.m. - 7 p.m.

9/25/2024: 11 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

9/26/2024: 8 a.m. - 2:15 p.m.

9/27/2024: 8 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

9/28/2024: 8 a.m. - 2:15 p.m.

9/29/2024: 8 a.m. - 2:15 p.m.

9/30/2024: 12:30 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Smithland First Baptist Church, 237 Court St., Smithland, KY 42081

9/13/2024: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Southwest Calloway Elementary, 3426 Wiswell Road, Murray, KY 42071

9/10/2024: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.

St. John's Episcopal Church, 1620 W. Main St., Murray, KY 42071

9/26/2024: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

University Church of Christ, 801 N. 12th St., Murray, KY 42071

9/25/2024: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Woodmen Life, 1005 Poplar St., Benton, KY 42025

9/9/2024: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m.

In addition to providing lifesaving blood products, the Red Cross mobilizes relief to families affected by disasters, trains people in lifesaving skills and provides services to active and veteran U.S. military personnel and their families. Donors can feel good knowing that by supporting the Red Cross, they can help family and friends in their communities and across the country.

How to donate blood

Simply download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or enable the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device to make an appointment or for more information. All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients. A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age in most states (16 with parental consent where allowed by state law), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.

Blood and platelet donors can save time at their next donation by using RapidPass^® to complete their pre-donation reading and health history questionnaire online, on the day of their donation, before arriving at the blood drive. To get started, follow the instructions at RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass or use the Blood Donor App.

Amplify your impact − volunteer!  

Another way to support the lifesaving mission of the Red Cross is to become a volunteer blood donor ambassador at Red Cross blood drives. Blood donor ambassadors help greet, check in and thank blood donors to ensure they have a positive donation experience.  

  

Volunteers can also serve as transportation specialists, playing a vital role in ensuring lifesaving blood products are delivered to nearby hospitals. For more information and to apply for either position visit redcross.org/volunteertoday.  

Hodges at Health First in Princeton

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Shannon Hodges, APRN-BC, FNP-C has joined the staff of Health First at its community health center in Princeton.

Hodges' practice is in family medicine and 

gerontology.

Health First accepts commercial insurance, 

Medicare and Medicaid and private pay.

Discounts and transportation are available.

Field fire near Shady Grove

Crittenden County fire departments are responding to a farm machinery fire on Earl Hurst Road off KY 120 in eastern Crittenden County near Shady Grove. 

Last week Crittenden County issued a burn ban due to dry conditions. It will remain in effect until the county receives considerable rainfall.

Estate sale rescheduled to Sept. 20-21

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An estate sale originally scheduled for Friday and Saturday has been postponed due to anticipated rainfall.

The DeWitt estate sale now will be held Sept. 20-21 on Fritts Rd., just outside the eastern Marion city limits. 

Included in the sale are cabinets,  furniture, glassware and miscellaneous items.

The sale begins at 9 a.m., both Sept. 20 and Sept. 21,
and continues until 2 p.m.

Pause to honor memory of almost 3,000

On Wednesday, America will commemorate the 23rd anniversary of the tragic events of September 11, 2001. On this day, we pause to honor the memory of the nearly 3,000 lives lost in the attacks on the World Trade Center, the Pentagon, and aboard Flight 93.

We remember the victims, their families, and the countless heroes—firefighters, police officers, medical personnel, and ordinary citizens—who displayed extraordinary courage and compassion. Their bravery and selflessness remain a beacon of hope and inspiration.

We reflect on a day that tested the resilience and spirit of the American people. It was a day of unimaginable loss and sorrow, but it also showcased the strength of human compassion, bravery, and unity. Despite the divisions within our nation, we still have the potential to recognize the inherent goodness in our fellow Americans and come together in the face of stark division.

Following those attacks, the United States began the Global War on Terror as the first time we went to war with individuals responsible for the attacks instead of sovereign nations.  The United States showed inventive matters of diplomacy in a volatile area of the world.  Many of us know someone, whether a family member, friend or neighbor who served in Iraq or Afghanistan following the Sept 11 attacks. We appreciate their sacrifices and those their families made to defend our freedom.

As we mark the anniversary of September 11, let us strive to see the good in our neighbors. We owe that small measure of humility to those we have lost and to those who have sacrificed so much. Join me in praying for comfort and peace for the families whose loved ones vanished that day and, in the years, since, as our military continues to defend our great nation.

- Senator Jason Howell, R-Murray, represents the 1st District, including Calloway, Crittenden, Fulton, Graves, Hickman, Lyon, and Trigg Counties. Howell serves as co-chair of the Interim Joint Committee on Agriculture. He is a member of the Interim Joint Committees on Banking and Insurance; Economic Development and Workforce Investment; and Licensing, Occupations, and Administrative Regulations; and Tourism, Small Business, and Information Technology. Most Recently, He was named co-chair of the Multimodal Freight Transportation System Improvement Task Force and a member of the 2023 Senate Committee on Impeachment. Lastly, Howell serves as Vice Chair of the Legislative Oversight and Investigations Committee and is a Capital Projects and Bond Oversight Committee member.

Buntin/Homestead offer home, personal property

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A sale Saturday on Love Cemetery Rd., in Crittenden County will be divided into two tracts and sold 

together. Tract 1 includes a 2 BR, 1 bath home, and Tract 2 include a 6.35-acre wooded lot.

The auction is conducted jointly between Buntin Auction Service and Homestead Realty.

The sale will be held behind Buntin Trailer Sales, located at 4736 SR 297 in Marion at 9 a.m., Saturday.

An automobile, furniture, outdoor furniture, beds, 

tables, dishes and knives are some of the items in the 

household portion of the sale. There is also a collection of arrowheads, other collectibles and miscellaneous power tools.