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KSP: No Foul Play in McCracken Jail Inmate's Death
Tuesday, December 18, 2018 11:35 AM
Police say no foul play is suspected in the case of a McCracken County Regional Jail inmate who died over the weekend. Kentucky State Police say 35-year-old Ronald G. Ledbetter's death has been ruled a suicide. Ledbetter, of Smithland, was found hanging in his cell by McCracken County Jail staff early Friday morning. He died on Sunday at a local hospital. Ledbetter was serving a sentence ...
Merryman House to Receive $1.4 Million in Grants
Tuesday, December 18, 2018 9:52 AM
A local domestic crisis center is set to receive more than $1.4 million in federal grant money. The Kentucky Justice and Public Safety Cabinet has announced it will distribute more than $26 million in federal grant money to various programs across the commonwealth to assist victims of violent crime. The funds come from two federal grant programs – the Victims of Crime Act and the STOP ...
Speed, Alcohol Probable Causes of Rollover Wreck
Tuesday, December 18, 2018 12:17 AM
Police say excessive speed and alcohol were the probable causes of a rollover accident on Monday night. According to the McCracken County Sheriff’s Office, the crash happened on Lovelaceville Road near Colony Drive. Deputies said a vehicle, driven by 45-year-old James Duncan of Paducah, was traveling at a high rate of speed and passing vehicles in a no passing zone. After overtaking ...
Paducah Power Announces Slight Increase in PCA
Monday, December 17, 2018 10:02 PM
The Power Cost Adjustment (PCA), which is applied to all energy usage by Paducah Power customers, will increase slightly January 1st.  The PCA, adjusted quarterly to reflect power supply costs, will change from $0.00881 to $0.01052 per kilowatt hour (kWh). The change will result in a $1.71 increase in the monthly bill of the typical residential customer using 1,000 kWh. This is the ...
Dr. Mehrotra Joins Mercy Health
Monday, December 17, 2018 8:00 PM
Mercy Health Physicians is pleased to welcome Dr. Sunny Mehrotra to Mercy Health - Paducah Family Medicine. Dr. Mehrotra comes to Mercy Health from Baptist Health Madisonville. He's a graduate of the University of Louisville and received his Doctor of Medicine from St. George's University in Grenada, West Indies. Dr. Mehrotra is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians and the ...
Laird Named New Paducah Police Chief
Monday, December 17, 2018 7:22 PM
The Paducah City Commission named Brian G. Laird as the department’s next chief at a special called meeting Monday night. Laird, 40, has served as Assistant Chief of the Support Services Division since May, 2018. He replaces Chief Brandon Barnhill, who will retire at the end of December. Laird assumes the leadership of the department on January 1st. “I am honored that the ...
Bevin Touts 'Record' Economic Numbers in Kentucky
Monday, December 17, 2018 11:07 AM
Kentucky Governor Matt Bevin is touting what he says are unprecedented economic numbers in the commonwealth. Bevin told West Kentucky Star on Monday that many indicators of economic health in the state are at an all-time high, including employment numbers and income.  "We have never had more Kentuckians working. We've never had a higher per-capita income in this state. We've never had ...
Police Investigating McCracken Jail Inmate's Death
Monday, December 17, 2018 8:43 AM
State police are investigating the death of a McCracken County Jail inmate. According to Kentucky State Police, troopers got a call from the McCracken County Jail early Friday morning about inmate 35-year-old Ronald G. Ledbetter, of Smithland, who jail employees said had attempted to take his own life. Jail staff reportedly began first aid until medical crews arrived. Ledbetter was later taken ...
Gander Outdoors in Paducah Announces Closure
Sunday, December 16, 2018 9:26 PM
A local sporting goods store has closed its doors for good. In a sign posted outside Gander Outdoors in Paducah, the company made the following announcement: "It is with great regret that we announce the closing of Gander Outdoors of Paducah, KY. We have enjoyed serving our customers in the community and sincerely apologize for any inconvenience caused by the closure of the store. For ...
Red Cross Urgently Needs Blood, Platelet Donations
Sunday, December 16, 2018 8:44 PM
The American Red Cross has an urgent need for blood and platelet donors to give now to ensure blood is available for medical treatments and emergencies during the holiday season. Come to give blood by December 19 and receive a $5 Amazon.com Gift Card.   Blood and platelet donations often decline during the holidays. Regular donors are busy with holiday activities, and travel and severe ...
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