Candidates must file first, then announce

As the start date of the filing period for candidates in the 2026 elections nears, Crittenden County Clerk Daryl Tabor reminds prospective candidates of campaign finance laws. The Kentucky Registry of Election Finance (KREF) requires all candidates to register their campaign before beginning any related activities, even announcing their candidacy. Candidate filing period begins Nov. 5.

While candidates for state and federal office often mention exploring a run for office, this differs from announcing your intent to run, even on social media… even if you have not raised any money or do not intend to spend money. The same rule applies from judge-executive down to conservation district supervisor. Violation of election finance laws can result in felony charges.

The first step is to register your campaign at KREF.ky.gov. A downloadable guide is available online. Questions about election finance should be directed to KREF at 502-573-2226. 

Lyon County Sheriff | Weekly Activity Report

- On Sunday, July 6, 2025, at 9:16 p.m., Deputy Bobby Beeler, KDFWR game wardens and KSP troopers were dispatched to a trespassing complaint on Green Road. The investigation led to the following individuals being charged with third-degree criminal trespassing. Each was cited to court and removed from the property:

• Hannah M. Heath, 36, of Madisonville
• Alix M. Skidworth, 30, of Henderson
• Heather G. Smith, 34, of Nortonville
• Phillip A. Teague, 30, of Nortonville
• Lower William, 37, of Madisonville

- On Monday, July 7, 2025, at 5:10 p.m., Deputy Beeler responded to a Kuttawa business on Days Inn Drive and located a woman reported to be acting suspiciously. He determined she had outstanding warrants from multiple jurisdictions. Harley J. Collins, 30, of Marion, was detained and served with the following warrants:

• Union District Court – failure to appear in a 2025 case
• Crittenden District Court – failure to appear in a 2025 case
• Crittenden District Court – failure to pay fines/costs in two 2025 cases
• Crittenden District Court – failure to appear in a 2025 case

- On Tuesday, July 8, 2025, at approximately 9:13 p.m., Deputy Beeler arrested Phillip E. Young, 50, of Eddyville. He was charged with contempt of court for failing to serve jail time and failing to report for jail as sentenced. Young was lodged in the Crittenden County Detention Center.

- On Thursday, July 10, 2025, at approximately 4:26 a.m., Chief Deputy Sam Adams responded to a two-vehicle collision at the Huck’s Travel Center in Kuttawa. His investigation revealed that a 2017 International truck and trailer, driven by Jalen B. Ore, 28, of Williamstown, N.C., was attempting to park when it collided with a parked 2018 Freightliner. No injuries were reported.

- On Thursday, July 10, 2025, at approximately 1:47 p.m., deputies served Stephanie N. Jones-Fleming, 38, of Bowling Green, with a Warren Circuit Court indictment warrant charging her with trafficking in a

Read more in the July 10 edition of The Press

 📚 NEW LOCAL BOOK RELEASE! 

“From 2 to 89” – A Life Well Lived by Gordon Blue Guess

Marion’s own Gordon Blue Guess has penned a memoir that captures nearly nine decades of life, leadership, and laughter. From 2 to 89 is a heartfelt journey through small-town Kentucky, national politics, and personal memories.

From banking to baseball, from legal pads to published pages, this book is filled with wit, wisdom, and stories featuring everyone from Mitch McConnell to Muhammad Ali—and even a mention of Babe Ruth!

🖋️ Authored in his own words
📘 Nearly 150 pages of stories and snapshots
📍 Deep roots in Marion, Tolu & beyond
🏛️ Includes personal recollections of prominent local and national figures

Coming soon to Barnes & Noble, with a local copy placed at the Crittenden County Public Library.

✨ A must-read for anyone who loves hometown history, old-school storytelling, or wants a glimpse into a remarkable Kentucky life.

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Board of Education special meeting Tuesday

There will be a special meeting / working session of Crittenden County Board of Education on Tuesday, July 15th at 5:00 PM at Central Office.  

Flower Shop Blossoms Anew

Michelle Hodge, along with her husband Brian, has taken the reins of Louise’s Flower Shop as ownership leaves the York family for the first time in 50 years. 

In this week's full edition of The Crittenden Press, read more about the changeover and what's coming up in September.

The shop in located on Marion Street in Marion right across from the Five Star Convenience Center.

NOW IN EFFECT | Local withholdings tax incease

Local employers are reminded to adjust payroll withholdings following recent tax rate increases enacted by both Crittenden County and the City of Marion. 

Effective July 1, the payroll and net profits tax rates for both the city and county rose to 1.5%. The county rate tripled from its previous 0.5% and the city’s rate doubled from 0.75%. 

Employers are required to withhold the new rates from wages earned within either jurisdiction.

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Riverport upgrade will benefit farmers

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EDDYVILLE, Ky. – Area farmers stand to gain significantly from Gov. Andy Beshear’s announcement last Thursday of a $5.7 million Team Kentucky investment in public riverport projects across the commonwealth, with the Eddyville Riverport and Industrial Development Authority receiving more than $840,000 to support ongoing growth and infrastructure upgrades.

The riverport is a key part of the area’s infrastructure supporting agriculture, particularly for transporting grain and fertilizer.

Eddyville Riverport received $750,000 from the construction and maintenance fund for its ongoing Dolphin Project, which involves the installation of mooring dolphins, offshore structures used to secure barges. An additional $91,928 was awarded for a paving project totaling $183,876, aimed at improving traffic flow and safety within the port area.

According to project guidelines, eligible grants are reserved for new construction or major repairs to riverport infrastructure such as docks, wharves, loading equipment, roads, rail access, storage buildings and related facilities, not for routine maintenance.

Amanda Davenport, executive director of the Eddyville Riverport and Industrial Development Authority, said these investments come as the port prepares for a significant expansion, with work expected to begin next spring or summer on a new water inlet.

Groundwork for this expansion was laid in 2022 when the port received a federal Port      Infrastructure Development Program (PIDP) grant to construct the new inlet, approximately 300 feet long, 110 feet wide and 30 feet deep, on Lake Barkley at Cumberland River Mile 43. That addition will increase the available waterfront for loading and unloading.

State funds have also supported the installation of four new mooring dolphins, expanding the port’s current capabilities of three loading cells and eight fleeting cells.

“With this expansion, we’ll be able to double, or possibly even quadruple, the number of barges we can handle at one time,” said Davenport. “This is a game-changer for industry in western Kentucky.”

The funding announced last week is the final round of awards as part of a $2 million allocation announced in 2022.

Davenport hopes the paving project to improve land ingress and egress will be finished by harvest time this fall.

Marion man dies in tractor-trailer crash

BEECH GROVE, Ky. — A Marion man died Tuesday afternoon in a single-vehicle crash involving a tractor-trailer on KY 56 in McLean County.

Kentucky State Police said Brad Jones, 59, was driving eastbound in a 2016 Kenworth when he exited the right shoulder of the highway around 5:20 p.m., lost control, and crossed both lanes before the vehicle overturned onto the driver’s side, blocking the road.

Jones was transported by ambulance to Baptist Health in Madisonville, where he was pronounced dead.

KY 56 was closed for about four hours as troopers investigated the wreck. The collision remains under investigation.

Responding agencies included KSP Post 16, the McLean County Sheriff’s Office, Beech Grove and Calhoun fire departments and McLean County EMS.

Independent of what really?

This is a newspaper column by publisher Chris Evans, published in The Press last week just ahead of the July 4 Holiday Weekend.

Now don’t get me wrong, I’m mighty fond of fireworks, grilled chops and a cold drink on the Fourth of July. But if you’ll humor me a moment, let’s reflect, not just celebrate. It seems to me that somewhere between dumping tea in Boston Harbor and thumbing reel after reel through a smartphone, we’ve traded liberty for a comfortable leash.

We told King George to shove off back in 1776 with ink, powder and prayer. Ironically, he was the only absentee ruler we’ve ever known. Imagine you at 18, home alone with mom and dad on vacation, and you decide to invite grandma over for the weekend. The noose just gets tighter.

Americans decided we’d chart our own course with a boss closer to home. Fast-forward to today, and here we are calling Uncle Sam like helpless children every time it floods, snows or we forget how a budget works. One hiccup from Mother Nature, and the FEMA hotline lights up like a Chick-fil-A drive through when the theater lets out.

Now I’m not suggesting government doesn’t have its place, it surely does. Roads don’t pave themselves and I do appreciate that man with the badge when things get squirrely. But we’ve become a people addicted to rescue. Got a crop failure? Call the USDA. Need broadband in the holler? Beg a grant from the FCC. Something’s in the air. Who has the number to EPA?

And I say this as a man who enjoys the AC in July and August, not as a doomsday prepper with a bunker full of beans. Although my Boy Scout motto does urge preparedness.

Truth is, we’ve mistaken convenience for freedom. Take that glorious moment when we first snatch the car keys at 18. Lord, we think we’re free as a bird. But within a week, we’re tied to a gas pump, haunted by insurance premiums and wondering why tires cost more than a month’s rent. We wanted independence and got a payment plan instead.

Our ancestors carved out a living with little more than grit, faith and a stubborn mule. Today, we panic if the Wi-Fi blinks. We’ve grown so cozy suckling at the warm teat of bureaucracy that we’ve forgotten how

Insurance hits Crittenden schools hard

Commercial and workers compensation insurance policies for Crittenden County Schools are being hit with a 22.3% increase. 

Property insurance is increasing by 3.7%; however, most notably is an 185% increase in educators liability insurance and an 86% bump in automobile insurance.

The district’s policies are through Higgins Insurance of Hopkinsville.

“Our agent will be here in July to present information,” Superintendent Tonya Driver said. “He explained it was an anomaly that we were getting educators liability insurance as cheap as we were before.”

Driver said through conversations with other superintendents in the region, she has learned that some districts’ overall insurance costs have gone up 30%.

Caldwell gets $91K to feed kids

Caldwell County School District is among six recipients of a combined $91,900 in grant funding from No Kid Hungry Kentucky, aimed at expanding access to nutritious meals for children in rural communities during the summer months.

The funding supports programs that provide meals to children who might otherwise go without while school is out. Many students rely on school breakfasts and lunches during the academic year, but summer often brings increased grocery expenses for families — particularly in rural areas. A recent survey found that 94% of rural Kentucky families reported higher grocery bills during summer.

“Summer meals are a lifeline for kids and families who rely on school meals throughout the school year,” said John Cain, program director for Kentucky Kids Eat. “We’re excited to support the programs that are making dependable nutrition accessible to families in all corners of the state.”

Through non-congregate meal programs — which allow meals to be picked up or delivered for consumption off-site — more families in Caldwell and similar counties will have greater access to consistent, healthy food options for their children. These methods have proven especially effective in overcoming transportation and logistical barriers in rural communities.

Other recipients of this summer’s No Kid Hungry Kentucky grants include Frankfort Independent, Owen County and Warren County school districts, UMC Food Ministry, and Feeding America, Kentucky's Heartland.

Caldwell County Sheriff Activity Report

On July 4, 2025, Caldwell County Sheriff’s Deputy Ashley Copeland arrested Donnie Adams Jr., 34, of Princeton, Ky., on multiple warrants out of Union County. Adams was lodged in the Caldwell County Jail.

On July 5, 2025, Deputy Copeland arrested Timothy Daniel, 33, of Princeton, Ky., on a warrant out of Caldwell District Court. Daniel was lodged in the Caldwell County Jail. Deputy Copeland was assisted by Deputy Lamb.

Also on July 5, Deputy Lamb arrested Michael Earley, 26, of Princeton, Ky., on a warrant out of Caldwell District Court. Earley was lodged in the Caldwell County Jail. Deputy Lamb was assisted on scene by Deputy Copeland.

Activity report from Lyon sheriff

LYON COUNTY SHERIFF’S REPORT

On Monday, June 30, 2025, at 8:43 a.m., deputies served Dayyan S. Felder, 25, of Gaston, S.C., on a Lyon Circuit Court bench warrant for a probation violation after he was extradited back to Kentucky from South Carolina. Felder was lodged in the Crittenden County Detention Center.

Later that day, around 8:30 p.m., Deputy Bobby Beeler responded to the 100 block of Panther Creek Road after a parked and unoccupied vehicle rolled down a residential driveway and crashed on Panther Creek Road. No injuries were reported.

On Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at approximately 6:53 a.m., Sheriff Brent White conducted a traffic stop on a 2013 Chevrolet on U.S. 62. The investigation revealed the operator had a suspended license and did not have an ignition interlock device affixed to the vehicle. Meagan N. Edwards, 40, of Eddyville was charged with driving on a DUI suspended license, first offense.

At approximately 8:30 a.m. that same day, Captain Dennis Beckett served a criminal complaint summons on Clint A. Puckett, 30, of Benton, charging him with theft by unlawful taking–shoplifting related to an

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Cunningham Honored with Street Dedication

A newly named street in Kuttawa now bears the name of retired Kentucky Supreme Court Justice Bill Cunningham, honoring his decades of public service. During a lakeside ceremony attended by more than 100 people on July 3, the city proclaimed it “Bill Cunningham Day” and unveiled Justice Bill Cunningham Court at Silver Cliff Park.

Speakers praised Cunningham as a soldier, judge, author and Lyon County native and recognized him for his honesty, courage and commitment to justice. His son, Josh, shared personal reflections on his father’s daily discipline and compassion.

See next week’s full edition of The Crittenden Press for complete coverage and photos from the tribute event. Also, see video HERE on our social media site.

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'Tis the season | LEDBETTER BRIDGE work

LEDBETTER, Ky. — The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet will implement daytime lane restrictions on the U.S. 60 Tennessee River “Ledbetter” Bridge beginning Tuesday, July 8.

Crews will conduct a detailed inspection of the bridge using an under-bridge inspection vehicle starting at 8 a.m. daily for about three days. A team of climbers will also perform a hands-on inspection during this time.

Traffic will be restricted to one lane, alternating sides of the bridge as work progresses. Motorists should be alert for flaggers, signage and arrow boards directing traffic across the bridge, which connects McCracken and Livingston counties and carries about 6,500 vehicles per day.

The lane restriction is expected to end by 3 p.m. Thursday, July 10, weather permitting. Drivers are urged to use caution in the work zone.

Once this inspection is complete, crews will move to the U.S. 60 Cumberland River “Smithland” Bridge around Friday, July 11.

TODAY | KY 120 closed 2 hrs near county line

A two-hour closure is scheduled for KY 120 in Crittenden County around 4:45 p.m. today, June 30, as a Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) contractor relocates equipment.\

The shutdown will occur near mile point 15 in a narrow curve, approximately 1.5 miles from the Crittenden-Webster County Line and the Tradewater River. The roadway is expected to be blocked for about two hours.

Drivers are urged to plan ahead and take alternate routes during the closure.

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Milling and Paving on KY 120 today

MARION, Ky. – Milling and paving work began Monday along KY 120 in Crittenden County, where a contractor for the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet has established a daytime work zone.

Crews are resurfacing the highway between KY 132 and the Crittenden-Webster County Line, covering mile points 12.2 to 16.5. Additional paving is planned from mile point 5.2 to 8.1, stretching from KY 654 to Cave Springs Road, east of Marion.

Motorists should expect delays and watch for signage and flaggers directing traffic through the work zone. The project is being completed by Rogers Group and is expected to wrap up by Nov. 15.

Lane Restrictions | Start tomorrow on 641

Starting Tuesday, July 1, motorists should expect intermittent lane restrictions on U.S. 641 in Lyon County as crews begin work on a commercial development project.

The construction will take place between KY 3169/New Bethel Road and Beck Road, near mile point 4, between Eddyville and Fredonia. The project includes building three entrances for a new solar farm.

Work will take place during daylight hours through Thursday, July 3. Drivers are advised to use caution and watch for signage, flaggers and arrow trucks in the work zone.

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ACTIVITY REPORT | Lyon County Sheriff Brent White

LYON COUNTY SHERIFF'S REPORT

- On Thursday, June 19, just after 10:30 a.m., Chief Deputy Sam Adams responded to a single-vehicle collision in Kuttawa on Lake Barkley Drive. The investigation revealed a 2025 Honda motorcycle, driven by Susan P. Sims, 51, of Kuttawa, was northbound on Lake Barkley Drive. Sims lost control of the vehicle in a curve around Kuttawa Mountain. The motorcycle slid on its side and struck a guardrail. Sims was transported to an area hospital by Lyon County EMS with non-life-threatening injuries.

- On Monday, June 23, just before 6 p.m., Deputy Bobby Beeler and Sheriff Brent White responded to a trespassing complaint off U.S. 641 North, approximately two miles north of Eddyville. The investigation revealed two men and a woman were located on farm property after their vehicle was found at the entrance to a cornfield. All three were detained. Kristen L. Gore, 31, of Almo; Clint A. Puckett, 30, of Benton; and Austin D. Brindley, 26, of Kuttawa were arrested and charged with second-degree criminal trespassing. They were lodged in the Crittenden County Detention Center.

Later that evening, around 8:30 p.m., Deputy Beeler responded to a disturbance complaint on KY 93 South, about 9.5 miles south of Eddyville. His investigation resulted in the arrest of Roy G. Byers Jr., 45, of Eddyville, who was charged with fourth-degree assault (domestic violence/no visible injury). He was lodged in the Crittenden County Detention Center.

- On Wednesday, June 25, around 8:20 a.m., Chief Deputy Adams served a Lyon District Court bench warrant on Martin A. Hawkins, 49, of Cecilia. She was charged with failure to appear in court in a DUI-related case. Hawkins was turned over to the Lyon County Jailer and later lodged in the Crittenden County Detention Center.

About 10 minutes later, Captain Dennis Beckett served a criminal complaint and summons from Livingston District Court on Shawn Guill, 42, of Salem in connection with a cold check case. Guill was cited and released.

That evening, just after 8:30 p.m., Deputy Beeler responded to a two-vehicle, non-injury collision at an Eddyville business. The investigation revealed a 2005 Chevrolet, driven by Azariah C. Rich, 16, of Princeton, collided with a parked and unoccupied 2023 Lincoln owned by Bret L. Brewer, 64, of Benton. No injuries were reported.

- On Thursday, June 26, around 6:45 p.m., Deputy Shannon Oliver located Connor Richie, 23, of Kuttawa on Elm Street and served him with a Lyon District Court criminal complaint and summons. Richie was charged with two counts of fourth-degree assault (domestic violence) stemming from a May 22 incident investigated by Deputy Oliver. He is scheduled to appear in Lyon District Court in July.

- On Saturday, June 28, around 5:20 p.m., Deputy Beeler investigated a trespassing incident near Saratoga Methodist Church involving individuals reportedly using metal detectors on private property

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Chamber cuts ribbon at Cutter's Furniture & Antiques

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A new used furniture store opens in Marion Tuesday, July 1. Cutter's Furniture & Antiques, operated by Cutter Singleton, is located at 118 E. Bellville Street across from The Crittenden Press.

The Crittenden County Chamber of Commerce will host a ribbon cutting ceremony at 8:30 a.m., Tuesday.

Let Rite Temp cool you off!

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Call Rite Temp Heating and Air Conditioning if your 

air conditioner is under-performing.

Rite Temp, located on Mott City Rd., in Marion, services residential and commercial and offers professional sales and installation.

Rite Temp is proud to serve Crittenden and the surrounding areas.

Crazy Train Fireworks has your July 4 fun

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Stock up for the Fourth of July with fireworks from Crazy Train Fireworks.

Located in Marion, Crazy Train Fireworks has stacks and tables full of small, entertaining fireworks for kids and powerful candles, lanterns and mortar shells for adults.

Crazy Train is open 10 a.m.-10 p.m., at 206 Sturgis Rd. 

MAIN STREET PAVING | Friday in Marion

🚧 PAVING UPDATE: U.S. 60/Main Street 🚧

After a brief delay, KYTC's contractor will begin paving through downtown Marion Friday, June 27.

🚗 Please avoid on-street parking between Bellville and Depot Streets during the work to keep the zone clear and crews safe.

Fiscal Court meets in special session Monday

 Crittenden County Fiscal Court will meet in special session at 5 p.m., Monday, June 30 at the county office complex to close out of the fiscal year.

VICTORY GARDENS begin distribution soon

Marion’s Victory Gardens are once again offering free produce to the community, marking their 15th summer of operation. 

Daily distributions begin Monday, June 30 and will continue on weekdays from 9 a.m. to noon throughout the summer and early fall. 

Visitors should enter through the westernmost gate between the pond and former armory.

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Paving in town, avoid street side parking

A contractor for the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) will continue paving work today along U.S. 60 in Crittenden County.

Crews are working toward Main Street in downtown Marion. During paving operations in the downtown area, drivers should avoid on-street parking between Bellville and Depot Streets.

HIGHER CONSEQUENCES for Loose or Barking Dogs

Marion City Council has approved an ordinance amendment, increasing penalties for violations of the city’s animal control regulations.

Under amended ordinances, fines have been significantly raised for vicious animals running at large, not on a leash and barking at night. 

The ordinance specifies that penalties apply per animal and are cumulative, with each day of noncompliance counted as a separate offense.

See The Crittenden Press for further details.

Fohs Hall Marion's cultural event center

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Something cultural awaits at Fohs Hall in Marion.

The historic building located on Walker Street is a special event venue for a number of celebrations, and frequently hosts activities by the Community Arts Foundation.

This week, Fohs Hall is home to a Kids Drama Camp.

Interested in getting rates for your next event? Contact Elliot West.

All aboard... Crazy Train has fireworks

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Stock up for the Fourth of July with fireworks from Crazy Train Fireworks.

Located in Marion, Crazy Train Fireworks has stacks and tables full of small, entertaining fireworks for kids and powerful candles, lanterns and mortar shells for adults.

Crazy Train is open 10 a.m.-10 p.m., at 206 Sturgis Rd.

Two roads still under water

Two Crittenden County roads are still affected by high water.  

Those roads are Providence Road and Enon Church Road in the eastern part of the county along the Tradewater River and its tributaries. 

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Kenergy hosts broadband meeting Tuesday

Kenergy will be hosting a Fiber Town Hall meeting at 10 a.m., Tuesday, June 24.  

The meeting will be held at the Kenergy office on Mott City Road. 

Representatives from Conexon and Kenergy will answer questions and provide information about the fiber project that will soon bring broadband to underserved areas of Crittenden County.

Activity Report: Lyon County Sheriff

LYON COUNTY SHERIFF’S REPORT

• On Sunday, June 15, 2025, just after 2pm, Deputy Josh Travis responded to a two-vehicle collision complaint at an Eddyville business. The investigation revealed a 2023 Honda driven by Laura B. Mowen (46) of Cadiz collided with a 2017 GMC belonging to Frank R. Stephanus (69) of Evansville, IN, in the parking lot of the business. No injuries were reported in the accident.

• On Sunday, June 15, 2025, around 4pm, Deputy Josh Travis served a criminal complaint and summons on Amy Y. Crawford (48) of Kuttawa. She was charged with Assault-4^th Degree (minor injury) as it pertained to an investigation of a disturbance, at a Kuttawa business, conducted by Deputy Shannon Oliver from May 17, 2025.

• On Monday, June 16, 2025, around 8:30am, Chief Deputy Sam Adams responded to a two-vehicle collision complaint on KY 818. His investigation revealed a 2004 Ford, driven by Isacc Massamore (20) of Madisonville was South bound when his vehicle swiped mirrors with a Lyon County Road Department vehicle driven by Mark E. Byassee (51) of Kuttawa. No injuries were reported in the accident.

• On Monday, June 16, 2025, around 2pm, Captain Dennis Beckett served a criminal complaint and summons on Brenda K. Manypenny (63) of Eddyville. She was charged with Assault-4^th Degree (domestic violence/minor injury) as it pertained to an investigation, conducted by Deputy Bobby Beeler, following a disturbance complaint on May 24, 2025, off KY 730 West.

• On Monday, June 16, 2025, around 12:10pm, Chief Deputy Sam Adams responded to a single-vehicle, commercial vehicle collision on US 641 approximately 1-mile North of Eddyville. His investigation revealed a 2005 Mack truck, driven by Levi Seitzinger (23) of Madisonville was North bound on US 641 when he failed to negotiate a curve, causing him to leave the roadway before impacting a culvert and causing his vehicle to overturn on its side. The highway was closed for several hours until the vehicle could be righted and removed. The KY Transportation Cabinet and Eddyville Fire Department assisted the Sheriff’s Office at the scene. No injuries were reported in the collision.

• On Monday, June 16, 2025, around 1:40pm, Sheriff Brent White and Chief Deputy Adams responded to a traffic hazard complaint off KY 1943 on Bennett-Jones Road, which was a detour route, due to the collision scene shutting down US 641. Once on scene, they located an unattended Kendall tree trimming service vehicle, below a hill and blind curve. The operator of the vehicle had left the vehicle without proper signage nor flaggers and was ½ mile away from the unattended vehicle. Chief Deputy Adams charged Alan Y. Urioso Garcia (24) of Everett, WA with Abandonment of Vehicle on Public Road and Failure to Produce an Insurance Card. This is the second incident involving the same company in a matter of weeks where the driver has been charged with leaving a vehicle unattended without appropriate warnings and safety

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City investigating 'gas station heroin'

Marion City Council heard from health professionals and others Monday night as it began probing kratom sales at local convenience stores.

The herbal substance, sometimes referred to as “gas station heroin,” has been available in Marion and across Kentucky without significant oversight. It is legally sold in pill or powder form near energy drinks and supplements.

Healthcare specialists Laura Harris Wood and Kaitlin Loveless from Livingston Hospital addressed the council, sharing both risks and potential benefits associated with kratom use.

“It’s not regulated. A 10-, 11- or 12-year-old could walk in and get it,” said Wood, a Marion resident and nurse practitioner. “That’s not good, especially because of the addiction risks.”

Loveless added that kratom acts as a stimulant in small doses but can mimic opiates in larger amounts. She noted some people use it in recovery, but its unregulated status poses safety concerns. 

City leaders are working to see what latitude they have with regard to safeguards. 

For the rest of this article, see the June 19, 2025 edition of ©The Crittenden Press 

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Water order lifted, investigation underway

With consent of the Kentucky Division of Water, the City of Marion shortly after 10 a.m., today lifted a boil water advisory that had been in place for a week. 

The advisory was the town’s fourth such alert in 2025 and second tied to excessive ammonia levels in its raw water reservoirs. 

Mayor D’Anna Browning said the Kentucky Division of Water is now investigating the unusual ammonia concentrations at the city’s request.

Main Street prepped for new pavement

Main Street in Marion is being milled this week in preparation for fresh pavement. 

Traffic is moving slower with flaggers alternating one lane of traffic through town.

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Crashes blocking I-24 in Lyon

Posted at 4:20pm June 16

Interstate 24 in Lyon County is blocked in both eastbound and westbound directions between mile markers 34 and 35. This is near the Cumberland River Bridge.

Early reports indicate there are at least two crashes. Emergency teams are on scene.

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Lyon Sheriff | Weekly Report

LYON COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE ACTIVITY

- On Thursday, June 5, 2025, beginning around 8am and continuing throughout the day and evening, Deputies served the following parents with criminal complaints as it pertained to truancy matters involving students in the local school system. Each parent was issued a summons to appear in Lyon District Court to face the following charges:

Sharon Bourdon (54) of Eddyville charged with Parent or Custodian to Send Child to School 1st or 2nd Offense.

Jennifer Knight (54) of Eddyville charged with Parent or Custodian to Send Child to School 1st or 2nd Offense.

David Stone (57) of Eddyville charged with Parent or Custodian to Send Child to School 1st or 2nd Offense.

Ariel Tinsley (32) of Kuttawa charged with Parent or Custodian to Send Child to School 1st or 2nd Offense.

- On Friday, June 6, 2025, around 10:15pm, Deputy Shannon Oliver responded to Indian Hills Campground regarding a complaint of an intoxicated male who was causing a disturbance. Deputies had previously been at the campground for a similar complaint around 8:30pm. At that time, the male was told to stay in his camper and not to appear back in public causing a disturbance in the future. A 9-1-1 caller later reported around 10pm the same intoxicated male was being disruptive and causing an argument with other campers. Deputy Oliver responded again and arrested John R. Camp (53) of Smoot, WV, and charged him with Alcohol Intoxication-1st or 2nd Offense. He was lodged in the Crittenden County Detention Center.

- On Tuesday, June 10, 2025 around 1:27am, Deputy Bobby Beeler responded to a single vehicle collision on KY 274. His investigation revealed a 2001 Toyota Tacoma, driven by James W. Morgan (21) of Clarksville, TN, lost control of his vehicle when attempting to make a turn too quickly, causing the vehicle to leave the roadway and travel down an embankment before colliding with a tree. Morgan was charged with Operating on a Suspended Operator’s License and found to not have valid insurance. Morgan had minor injuries not requiring transport, resulting from the collision.

- On Wednesday, June 11, 2025, around 12:30pm, Chief Deputy Sam Adams responded to a traffic hazard complaint involving a pedestrian walking in the middle of US 62 in Kuttawa. Upon arrival, he made contact with Cleo P. Lee. Ms. Lee was found to be intoxicated and attempted to flee from Chief Deputy Adams. She was placed under arrest without further incident, and was charged with Alcohol Intoxication-1st or 2nd Offense. Lee was lodged in the Crittenden County Detention Center.

- On Thursday, June 12, 2025, beginning just before 1pm, Deputies served the following bench warrants on the following offenders. Both offenders await extradition to the respective counties as follows:

Rebekah J. English (37) of Bowling Green charged with two (2) Warren County arrest warrants for Failure to Appear in two unrelated cases involving child neglect and child support.

Michale J. Hart (48) of Bloomfield charged with a Hardin County arrest warrant for Failure to Appear in a theft related case.

- On Thursday, June 12, 2025, around 2:10pm, Chief Deputy Sam Adams responded to a two-vehicle, hit & run collision on KY 293 at the I-24 exit. His investigation revealed an unidentified semi-truck exited I-24 East bound and the driver of the semi failed to stop and/or yield the right-of-way at the end of the ramp, to a 2014 Dodge Caravan, driven by Addeline K. Conger (20) of Princeton. The semi collided with the Dodge and immediately fled the scene by going West on I-24. There were no injuries reported. If anyone has information concerning this collision are asked to contact 270.388.2311 and speak with Chief Deputy Adams.

- On Saturday, June 14, 2025, around 12:33pm, Deputy Bobby Beeler was dispatched to a disturbance in the city limits of Eddyville, at Amber Court. A Kentucky State Police Trooper also responded and arrested Lindsey A. Iron Road (45) of Eddyville and charged him with Assault-4th Degree-Dating Violence and Failure to Notify DOT of Address Change. A female identified as Nancy K. Painte (52) of Eddyville, formerly of South Dakota, was determined to possess Marijuana and drug paraphernalia. She was cited to court by Deputy Beeler for Possession of Marijuana and Drug Paraphernalia-Possession. Iron Road was lodged in the Crittenden County Detention Center.  

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