Cave In Rock's HogRocktoberfest this weekend

 

Motorists should expect to see an uptick in motorcycle traffic through Marion this weekend as bikers and support vehicles make their way to HogRocktoberfest. The adults-only rally, billed as the largest of its kind in the Midwest, runs Oct. 1-5 at HogRock Campground near Cave-In-Rock, Ill.

The festival will feature live bands, field events, beach games and contests throughout the weekend. HogRock draws thousands of visitors each year, and local drivers are urged to use caution and watch for riders traveling to and from the event.

CLWD issues boil water advisory near Salem

Crittenden-Livingston Water District has issued a boil water advisory for Livingston County residents living in the area of US 60 from Salem to westward to Water Tower Road.

Boil all water before use: Bring water to a rolling boil for at least one full minute. Allow it to cool before drinking or using.

Customers should continue these precautions until the advisory is officially lifted.

Homecoming Queen is Gracie Orr

 

HOMECOMING COURT

Front from left are freshmen attendants Caroline Martin and Daryl Sherer, junior attendants Braelynn Merrill and Noah Byford, senior candidates Rhiana Maness and Brayden Poindexter, Queen Gracie Orr and king Garyson Hall, crown and flower bearers Case Berry and Dru Courtney, senior attendants Anna Boone and Quinn Summer’s, sophomores Adri Berry and Jack Porter and 2024 king Cam’Ron Belcher. 

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KY 295 Bridge Work Close to Complete

The KY 295 bridge over Livingston Creek at the Crittenden–Lyon County line could reopen as early as late next week. Crews have been paving the new span this week, and guardrail installation is scheduled for next week, which should wrap up the $1.236 million project.

The bridge has been closed since March 2024 after inspectors found severe structural deterioration. Demolition began this past May, and Jim Smith Contracting has overseen construction of the new single-span concrete structure.

Motorists have been forced onto narrow backroads for 16 months while awaiting the replacement. 

Steel Mags taking show on the road

Community Arts Foundation’s rendition of Steel Magnolias is hitting the road. The cast will perform one show Nov. 8 at Badgett Playhouse in Grand Rivers. Tickets go on sale Oct. 1.

The play features local actresses Lindsay Sizemore, Holley Curnel, Katie Keen, Terra Haire, Trish Gage and Brittney Meredith-Miller, along with the voice of Cole Foster. It is directed by Teresa Foster and produced by Kim Vince.

The production opened at Fohs Hall the weekend before last with two shows.

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The official filing window doesn’t open until November, but the first signs of next year’s political landscape are starting to take shape — and we’ve got the inside scoop.

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Special meeting on Friday

 Crittenden County Fiscal Court will have a 

special called meeting at 3:45pm on Friday at the county office complex.

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