I-69 Interchange Public Meeting

As a reminder, a public meeting is scheduled for Thursday, March 20, to gather public input on the I-69 Interchange Re-configuration Project. This project spans approximately two miles and crosses the Tennessee-Kentucky state line, connecting the proposed Interstate 69 in Tennessee (currently U.S. 51) with Interstate 69 (formerly the Purchase Parkway) in Kentucky.

The preferred alternative generally follows the U.S. 51 alignment, creating a new sweeping curve to the east near State Line Road. Additionally, it reconstructs the U.S. 51/U.S. 45E/U.S. 45W interchange at its current location to improve connectivity and traffic flow.

The public meeting will be held on March 20 from 5 to 7 p.m., at **South Fulton Middle and High School, 1302 John C. Jones Parkway, South Fulton, TN 38257. 

Led by the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) in partnership with the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC), the meeting will follow an open house format. Attendees will have the opportunity to view exhibits, speak with TDOT staff and project team members, and ask questions about the project. There will be no formal presentation.

For those who wish to provide feedback, comment sheets will be available at the meeting. Additionally, written comments may be submitted within 21 days after the meeting date to the following address:

LBL hosts Girl Scout Day

Woodlands Nature Station in Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area will host Girl Scout Day: Wonders of Nature on Saturday, March 22 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., offering scout troops and families a chance to explore wildlife and earn badges.

Scouts of all levels Daisies, Brownies, Juniors and Cadettes can participate in hands-on activities led by naturalists and volunteers to meet badge requirements. Activities include tree identification hikes, live animal encounters, and insect crafts. The badges covered are Design with Nature for Daisies, Bugs for Brownies, Animal Habitats for Juniors and Trees for Cadettes.

“We will be learning all about wonders of nature for this year’s Girl Scout Day,” said Vanessa Sivils, a naturalist at the Nature Station.

The event is open to everyone, including siblings and non-scouts. Visitors should plan for up to a three-hour visit to complete all activities. Admission is $7 for ages 16 and older and free for those 15 and under.

The Woodlands Nature Station is located at 3146 Silver Trail Road in Cadiz.

Check out Crayne Tires in Princeton

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This new business on East Legion Drive is beating the competition. Check their tire prices before you buy.  

CCHS SBDM to meet Thursday

Crittenden County High School's Site-Based, Decision-Making Council meets at 3:30 p.m. Thursday, March 20 in the school library. 

TRAFFIC ALERT | I-24 Bridge Inspection

A contractor for the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) is planning a daytime lane restriction on the Interstate 24 Cumberland River Bridge starting on Monday, March 24. 

Crews will be using an under-bridge inspection vehicle (UBIV) to inspect the bridge starting at 8 a.m. each day for approximately five days.

Motorists should be alert for signage and trucks with arrow boards guiding traffic to shift into the open lane, as work will alternate from one side of the bridge to the other. 

The Interstate 24 Cumberland River Bridge, which also carries Interstate 69, are twin structures at the Livingston-Lyon County Line at the 33.67 MM on I-24. The structures carry just over 30,000 vehicles across the Cumberland River in an average day.

The inspection is expected to be completed by Friday, March 28, weather permitting.

Three deadly officer-involved incidents in W.KY over past week

Western Kentucky has seen three officer-involved shootings in the past week, spanning Lyon, Trigg, and Christian counties. Each incident involved law enforcement engaging with armed suspects, resulting in the deaths of the individuals involved. The Kentucky State Police (KSP) is investigating all three cases.

The most recent occurred early Monday in Kuttawa, where a Lyon County Sheriff’s deputy stopped a vehicle linked to a Marshall County shooting. The encounter at Huck’s Travel Center led to a deadly force incident, leaving the suspect dead while the deputy remained unharmed.

Last Tuesday, a high-speed pursuit that began in Lyon County ended in Trigg County, where the suspect crashed, fled on foot, and fired at law enforcement, striking a deputy. Officers returned fire, killing 21-year-old Jermaine Terrell Jackson Jr. The injured deputy was transported to Vanderbilt Medical Center in stable condition.

Another shooting took place early Sunday in Crofton, where Christian County deputies responded to a domestic violence call. Upon arrival, 39-year-old Patrick J. Martinez opened fire on deputies, who returned fire and fatally shot him.

KSP’s Critical Incident Response Team is conducting investigations into all three incidents, with further details expected after witness interviews and evidence reviews. Authorities urge the public to remain vigilant and offer support to officers and families affected by the violence.

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Henry & Henry having monument sale

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A 5 percent discount is offered through March 31 on monuments purchased at Henry & Henry in Marion.

Monuments paid in full at time of purchase qualify for this winter discount.

Call (270) 965-4514 to learn more.

Lyon County Weekly Sheriff's Activity

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- On Sunday, March 9, 2025, just after 3pm, Sheriff Brent White responded to a disturbance complaint on Hayden Drive in the city of Eddyville. Following an investigation, Sheriff White arrested Breanna M. Castello (34) of Eddyville. Castello was charged with Assault-4th Degree. She was lodged in the Crittenden County Detention Center.

- On Sunday, March 9, 2025, just after 7:30pm, Deputy David Carroll made a traffic stop on a 2003 Buick on KY 93 South for speeding. Following a roadside investigation, he arrested the driver, identified as Chase R. Deason (29) of Eddyville. Deason was charged with Speeding, Driving on a DUI Suspended License-1st Offense, Possession of Marijuana, and Drug Paraphernalia-Possession. Deason was lodged in the Crittenden County Detention Center.

- On Monday, March 10, 2025, around 10:30am, Sheriff Brent White responded to a reported collision on KY 1199. His investigation revealed a 2001 Chevrolet pickup truck, driven by Michael J. Gregory (68) of Eddyville, was South on KY 1199 when it sideswiped a 2023 Ram van driven by Diego A. Gonzalez Martinez (34) of Martin, TN, which was North on KY 1199. No injuries were reported in the collision. 

- On Tuesday, March 11, 2025, around 11am, Sheriff Brent White responded to a reported collision on Eddy Creek Marina Road off KY 93 South. His investigation revealed a 2017 Toyota pickup truck, driven by Willard D. Johnson (66) of Eddyville was West when the driver engaged in a coughing spell which resulted in him losing consciousness, before losing control and leaving the roadway. The Toyota collided with four wooden traffic barriers before impacting a large tree. Lyon County EMS responded to the scene; however, the driver declined transport to the hospital. No injuries were reported in the collision. 

- On Wednesday, March 12, 2025, just after 8:30pm, Deputies David Carroll, Shannon Oliver, and Josh Travis answered a complaint regarding a fugitive on Green Road. They identified a residence where the subject had been seen previously and conducted surveillance on it. At one point, a person matching the description of the fugitive appeared outside on a porch. He apparently saw deputies and immediately fled on foot. A foot pursuit ensued with the fleeing fugitive crossing Green Road before entering a rugged terrain area. All three deputies gave chase and attempted to locate the fugitive. He was later located in a thick brushy area and after refusing verbal commands to surrender, he was the recipient of a Taser deployment. He continued to physically resist arrest until all three deputies were able to take him into custody without further incident. The Kuttawa Fire Department and Lyon County EMS responded to the scene and assisted deputies. 

The fugitive, identified as Michael W. Overbaugh (40) of Owensboro, was taken to a local hospital for evaluation before being released. Overbaugh was charged by Deputy David Carroll with Fleeing/Evading Police-1st Degree (on foot), and Resisting Arrest. Overbaugh was charged by Deputy Josh Travis with a

Check out Round 2 Boutique

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Earn a coupon for your next visit when you spend 

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Round 2 is located next to Mike & Stoner's Barber 

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Round 2 sells children's and adult's clothings at oh-so affordable prices.

Deputy shoots man in Christian County

A Christian County man was fatally shot by law enforcement early Sunday after allegedly opening fire on deputies responding to a domestic violence call.

The Kentucky State Police Post 2 in Madisonville said it was asked by the Christian County Sheriff’s Office to investigate the officer-involved shooting, which occurred around 12:30 a.m. on Clark Store Sinking Fork Road in Crofton.

According to a preliminary investigation, deputies arrived at the scene after receiving a report of a physical domestic violence incident. Upon their arrival, Patrick J. Martinez, 39, of Crofton, began shooting at law enforcement. Deputies returned fire, striking Martinez, who was pronounced dead at the scene.

KSP, which investigates officer-involved shootings statewide, said it will not release further details until witnesses have been interviewed and key facts have been gathered. The length of the investigation will depend on the complexity of the case.

Marion Tornado Shelter

Marion Baptist Church will open its basement at midnight tonight and remain open until the threat of potentially hazardous weather passes.

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Pleasant Hill, Paris cemetery boards meet

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The Pleasant Hill and Paris cemetery associations will meet at 7 p.m., Tuesday, March 18. The meeting will be held at Pleasant Hill Regular Baptist Church, located at 861 Pleasant Hill Rd., in Marion.

Donations to the cemetery can be sent to Charlie Hunt, 501 E. Bellville St., Marion, KY 42064.

Man injured in Caldwell County crash

Caldwell County sheriff's deputies responded to single-vehicle collision this morning on KY 672 approximately 9.3 miles east of Princeton. 

Hans M. Chaney, 34, of Princeton was traveling southbound near the intersection of Alexander Road, when a deer entered his path. He swerved to miss the deer and lost control of his 2003 Red Ford Pickup in the west ditch-line of KY 672. 

Chaney was transported to Caldwell Medical Center by AmeriPro Ambulance Service due to his injuries. This investigation is being conducted by Deputy Steve Ladd. He was assisted by Princeton Fire and Rescue at scene.

Wring's Construction does new construction, remodeling

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If you're in the market for new construction, give Wring's Construction a call. Wring's Construction builds pole barns, barndominiums, garages, decks, and does remodeling and additions.

Wring's Construction also does driveway installation and repair, brush removal, grading and leveling and draining work.

Call Jeremy Wring, Wring's Construction, at (270) 969-0914.

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Wilson Farm Road home destroyed by fire

A Marion couple lost their home last night when a fire broke out around 11 p.m., on the back porch. Flames had engulfed the entire structure by the time firefighters arrived.

Crittenden County Fire Department was the first on the scene at the home of Randy and Phyllis Flahardy on Wilson Farm Road.

Fire Chief Scott Hurley said that the interior of the home was gutted by fire. He said the Flahardys, their grandson and pet dog were able to escape unharmed thanks to fire alarms inside the house.

Firemen and equipment from Marion Fire Department, Salem Fire and Rescue and Sheridan Volunteer Fire Department assisted at the scene. Fireman were at the location until around 3:30 a.m.

Lyon County Sheriff Weekly Activity Report

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On Wednesday, February 26, 2025, around 6pm, Deputy Josh Travis arrested Leandro Gilberto Labanino-Lopez (33) of Louisville on an Indiana warrant following a complaint of a collision, near Kuttawa. He was charged with being a Fugitive from Justice due to the Criminal Mischief Indiana warrant. Labanino-Lopez was lodged in the Crittenden County Detention Center where he awaits extradition.

On Saturday, March 1, 2025, around 2:15pm, Chief Deputy Sam Adams responded to a two-vehicle collision on US 62 near the Huck’s Travel Center. His investigation revealed an unidentified vehicle struck a parked/unoccupied 2019 Hyundai Kona, owned by Sharon Lynch (68) of Eddyville. The vehicle fled the scene prior to the arrival of Chief Deputy Adams. If anyone has information about this collision, they are asked to call the Sheriff’s Office at 270-388-2311.

On Monday, March 3, 2025, around 10:20am, Captain Dennis Beckett arrested Steve A. Cline (61) of Campbellsville on a Lyon Circuit Court bench warrant, while he was at the judicial building, charging him with a Probation Violation (for a felony offense). Cline was lodged in the Crittenden County Detention Center.

On Wednesday, March 5, 2025, around 5pm, Deputy Josh Travis responded to a single-vehicle collision on KY 93 North. His investigation revealed a 2018 Nissan Armada, driven by Kaylyn D. Humphrey (36) of Kuttawa, was North on KY 93 when the driver dropped off the right shoulder, lost control, and collided with two mailboxes before traveling down a steep ravine and colliding with a tree. Humphrey declined medical attention; however, the vehicle sustained severe damage.

On Thursday, March 6, 2025, around 2:30pm, Deputy Lori Francis and Chief Deputy Sam Adams arrested Ashton M. Breaux (34) of Eddyville on a Lyon District Court bench warrant charging her with failure to appear as it pertained to a truancy case. Breaux posted a cash bond and was later released from custody.

On Thursday, March 6, 2025, around 2:50pm, Chief Deputy Sam Adams responded with the Eddyville and Kuttawa Fire Departments to a brush fire off KY 818 North. The investigation led to Alexandria D.

HIghway 453 closed in Livingston County

KY highway 453 in Livingston County is closed until further notice at the 11.5 mile point which is between Cutoff Road and Cothron Road.

Livingston County authorities say a culvert has collapsed beneath the highway.

Repairs will need to be made before the KY 453 can be reopened. 

The Cutoff Road can be used as a detour route between Smithland and Grand Rivers until repairs are made.