Get ready for streets of treats

 

Today 3:30 to 5pm Downtown Marion

Emmanuel Baptist hosts SHINE event Monday

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SHINE - Shine His Incredible News Everywhere - is an event at Emmanuel Baptist Church this Halloween season.

The church, located in Greenwood Heights, is offering All Treats and No Tricks on Monday, Oct. 31.

Free hot dogs, chili, drinks and candy will be provided.

The church is located at 108 Hillcrest Drive, Marion.

Alarms are test only

 Marion and Crittenden County's alarm system was being tested today.

Two alarms were sounded, the extra alarm was only a test, too.

Young seeks Crittenden Sheriff's post

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Don Young asks for your vote as Crittenden County Sheriff.

Young has been a constable and worked with the sheriff's department for several years.

He pledges his commitment to Crittenden County and asks for your vote Nov.8.

Fredonia Party in Park is Sunday

Fredonia will host a Party in the Park on Sunday, Oct. 30 at Buddy Rogers Park. 

There will be a Family 5K to kick off the party. Registration begins at 2 p.m., and the race is at 3 p.m. Cost is $25 per runner/walker and those who wear a costume will get a discount. 

Party in the Park will follow from 4-6 p.m., which will include trunk or treating, games, food and more.

Traffic shift at Smithland Bridge construction zone

A contractor for the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) plans a traffic shift and an traffic diversion near the U.S. 60 Cumberland River Bridge at Smithland starting Friday, October 28.

Starting around 10 a.m., tomorrow, traffic will be shifted and diverted at the east end of the bridge construction zone to allow another round of work on roadway connections to the new bridge.

Motorists should be aware of personnel moving traffic barricades and placing signage to facilitate the new traffic pattern.  Motorists should be alert for changes in traffic flow the diversion will create in the

Local businesses prepare for Trick or Treat on Main

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About 45 local businesses and entities are participating in Trick or Treat on Main Monday.

Children can pass through the businesses, many of which will be set up outside, between 3:30-5 p.m.

The event is sponsored annually by the Marion Tourism Commission.

Job Corps Center seeks employees

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The Earle C. Clements Job Corps Center now has a $15 minimum wage.

The Union County center is seeking employees at a competitive salary with a benefits package and opportunities for advancement. 

View current job openings at mtcjobs.com.

Lady Rockets play in regional semis tonight

After dispatching Christian County in five sets on Monday, the Lady Rockets volleyball team (19-14) will be taking on Madisonville (27-10) tonight at 6 p.m., in the  semifinal round at Henderson.

Tonight will be only the second time in school history that Crittenden County has played in a regional semifinal match. The other was in 2018.

The match can be viewed live on the NFHS Network.

Emmanuel Baptist has Halloween event

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SHINE - Shine His Incredible News Everywhere - is an event at Emmanuel Baptist Church this Halloween season.

The church, located in Greenwood Heights, is offering All Treats and No Tricks on Monday, Oct. 31.

Free hot dogs, chili, drinks and candy will be provided.

The church is located at 108 Hillcrest Drive, Marion.

Veterans Park gets facelift

Last week's newspaper included an article about worked planned at Veterans Park in Marion.

The finished product is drawing rave reviews.

See our followup on this community faith-based project in this week's newspaper.

Local officials to begin absentee counting

Crittenden County Absentee Ballot Processing Committee will meet at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday in the county clerk's office to begin processing mail-in absentee ballots.

Browning seeks election as write-in for Marion mayor

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Marion City Council member D'Anna Browning is seeking election as Mayor of Marion as a write-in candidate.

To vote for a write-in candidate, voters must write the 

candidate's name in the line below the two candidates who 

will appear on the ballot.

Browning, 51, is an employee of Siemens in Marion.

Adult Skill-Building Class Tuesday at school library

Crittenden County Schools’ Crosswalk program, in conjunction with Anthem, Inc., will present an adult skill building workshop Oct. 25.

Between 5-6 p.m., participants will hear tips on how to eat on a budget, how to choose healthy foods and how to decode food labels.

The event will be held in the high school library, and is open to all parents.

911 Appeals Committee hears cases Oct. 24

Marion-Crittenden County 911 Board Appeals Committee will have a public hearing at 9 a.m., on Monday, Oct. 24 at Marion City Hall to hear from individuals who wish to appeal their 911 fee assessed on the 2022 Property Tax Bills. 

Individuals who feel this fee was assessed in error can appear before the board for consideration and review of their situation.

Marion man sought in Carrsville assault

Kentucky State Police are investigating a possible shooting that occurred in Livingston County late Thursday afternoon.

 
Police are asking for the public's help in locating a person wanted for questioning in reference to the alleged assault.

Authorities were called to a residence in Carrsville shortly before 5pm yesterday where a woman had suffered a gunshot wound to the chest, according to emergency response transmissions.

Through their investigation, troopers determined that Charles Edward Walker, 54, of Marion is believed to have been the last person seen with the victim. Investigators were advised that Walker left the area on foot following the alleged assault. Walker remains at large. He is described as a white male, standing 6' 1" tall and weighing 140 pounds with blue eyes and brown hair.

Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Walker is asked to contact Kentucky State Police, Post 1 at 270-856-3721 or anonymously at 1-800-222-5555. Citizens may also report tips anonymously through the KSP app. 

Baptists mobilizing to Veterans Park Saturday

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FROM THE CRITTENDEN PRESS FULL EDITION

Marion Baptist Church is mobilizing forces this weekend to refurbish Veterans Park on North Weldon Street in Marion.

The project is part of its Faith in Action initiative, said pastor Aaron Brown.

“We want our beliefs to be seen in action not just heard in our words,” He added. “The world is tired of hearing people say they love their community, but never show it. We want to show it in action.”

The church had been developing a plan for a block party in that area of town for several weeks and after an on-site inspection at the park, the Baptists realized it needed some attention.

So, they have ordered all of the equipment and will be replacing backboards and rims where needed

Marion lifts boil water advisor

City officials have lifted the boil water order that was put in place Tuesday following a major water line break on South Main Street.

The boil advisory was officially lifted at 11:20am today (Thursday).

Structure fire on Guy Hodge Road

Firefighters and first responders from various departments were dispatched to a house fire on Guy Hodge Road in the northern quadrant of the county just before 11 a.m.

Two occupants escaped the home, but the structure was fully engulfed by the time firemen arrived.

Bale Trail voting underway online

Crittenden County’s fall Bale Trail is now open and votes are being accepted in the race for the best display. 

Go to Facebook Crittenden County Bale Trail and like the photo of your favorite feature. A grand champion will be named on Nov. 5. 

There is no cost to participate. 

Maps are available at the Extension office, located on U.S. 60 East, about a one-tenth of a mile outside of Marion. Non-perishable food items are being collected during the contest period and can be deposited behind the Extension office. Donated items will be delivered to the Crittenden County Food Bank.