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Rising rivers and creeks due to recent spring rainfall have closed five roads in rural Crittenden County.
Enon Church Road, Cool Springs Road, Elizabethtown Ferry Road, River Drive in Tolu and Phin Croft are all underwater and impassable by vehicle.
On the evening of April 18, Kentucky State Police (KSP) Post 2 received a call from Caldwell County 911 Center for assistance. Caldwell County Sheriff’s Department requested assistance regarding a death investigation at a residence on South Jefferson Street in Princeton.
Detectives launched an investigation into the incident and determined the death of Dorothy D. Sparks, 93, of Princeton was a homicide.
The investigation is ongoing by Detective Jacob Stephens.
Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) plans overnight closures of the westbound lanes of Interstate 24 near the 29 mile marker at the Tennessee River Bridge Work Zone today and tomorrow.
I-24 westbound will be closed from 7 p.m., to 7 a.m., Monday night and Tuesday night, at the 29 mile marker to allow permanent repairs to potholes along the shoulder area in the Tennessee River Bridge work zone.
Due to a work zone traffic shift to facilitate rehabilitation and painting work on the Interstate 24 Tennessee River Bridge, westbound traffic has been running on the shoulder area. This has created an extended area of potholes along the westbound shoulder where traffic transitions back to the roadway.
Starting promptly at 7 p.m., Monday and Tuesday, I-24 westbound traffic will be temporarily detoured at the KY 453 Grand Rivers Exit 31 interchange to take KY 453 South to U.S. 62 West to return to I-24 westbound via the U.S. 62 Calvert City Exit 27 Interchange.
During these overnight closures, westbound motorists on I-24 should be alert for slowing and stopped traffic as they approach the I-24 Grand Rivers Exit 31 interchange. Appropriate caution is
“It was probably a little more (attendance wise) than I thought it might be but I knew it would be a big turnout,” said Scott Padgett, Pope’s former teammate at UK and now an assistant coach at Mississippi State. “I am glad the fans did that for Pope. I know some fans only knew what they had heard about Pope on social media but everything fans saw up there at the press conference, that is who he is.
“You will not find anybody who has met Pope who does not love him. He is high energy, passionate, funny. He is so intelligent. All you see and think about him is true.”
However, Padgett, a former head coach at Samford, hopes Kentucky fans also understand that Pope is a highly respected coach because of what he’s done the last nine years at Utah Valley and BYU.
“He has a great reputation in the business. A lot of coaches really think highly of Mark,” Padgett said. “He has infectious energy and positivity. He’s obviously very, very intelligent and that will help with recruiting. But he is a great X and O guy. He is just a big-time guy and coach.
“He is ahead of the game in how he uses analytics. He even has an algorithm of how you go out and recruit. I don’t know how many Rhodes Scholars candidates are out there now coaching but I suspect Mark is one of very few or maybe the only one.”
Pope has not coached in the SEC like Padgett but the Mississippi State assistant coach does not think it will take Pope long to adjust to the styles of play in the SEC or what each head coach does best.
“I expect him to attack it head on and not just walk into it. He will run into it and embrace the competition,” Padgett said. “He is a very smart and intelligent person. It will not take him too long to get the lay of the land and who he will be battling against not only on the court but in recruiting.”
Recruiting at Kentucky will be vastly different from recruiting at Utah Valley or BYU but not something Padgett thinks will be an impossible task for Pope.
“BYU is a great place but there are some built in recruiting shackles that are not built in at Kentucky,” Padgett said. “He will have the same energy and effort in relationship building but every kid he wants a chance to recruit he will have that opportunity.
“This job will enhance him. When he was at Utah Valley he did a great job but it is a hard job there to get it going to where you can move up to BYU. Then BYU jumped from a lower league to the Big 12 and he went 10-8 and beat Iowa State, Kansas and Baylor in BYU’s first year as a Big 12 school. That was very impressive.
“I think a place like Kentucky that has money, support and the greatest fans is only going to enhance him. NIL is as important as anything in recruiting. Trust me, some battles you are not going to win when you don’t have enough NIL money. I am not saying old school recruiting is not important but NIL is probably even more important today.”
Padgett also said Pope’s familiarity with the UK program is extremely important.
“Deep down in his soul place this is the place he wants to be. He has been here and part of it and knows the heartbeat of the fan base. He’s been there and done that. He’s listened and knows what fans cheer for and what they boo for and knows what he needs to give them.
“I don’t know anybody who could come in with a better understanding of the job and be more ready for it. He had a great mentor (Pitino) who has been through the job. He lived it as a player. Nobody is more prepared than him because he’s had success in good jobs that were also tough jobs. I think he will do great.”
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Those enrolled in the leadership program will tour various locations in both Livingston and Crittenden counties. Buses from Crittenden and Livingston school districts will provide transportation during the visit. An itinerary of the full-day excursion will include stops at Pine Bluff rock quarry south of Salem, Livingston and Crittenden hospitals, Siemens in Marion, James Johnson Airport in Marion, Fohs Hall, Clement Mineral Museum and meals at Mulligan’s and Game Day in Marion.
Government officials, management at those operations and leaders from the Chamber of Commerce and Crittenden County Economic Development Corporation (CCED) will lead discussions about the community.
“We are excited about hosting this event to highlight our community,” said Chris Cook, chairman of the CCEDC and a member of the West Kentucky Chamber Alliance.
Leadership West Kentucky as a regional program seeking to build a network of informed citizens connected across community lines.
Founded in 2008, West Kentucky Regional Chamber Alliance provides a unified voice for local businesses in the region and to serve as a catalyst for regional leadership and action, bringing together resources for legislative, educational, infrastructure and economic development advocacy.
Livingston County is hosting its annual Spring Cleanup Days and there is an extra day this time. Dates are April 24-27 from 8 a.m., to 4 p.m., daily.
For free dumping, dumpsters will be available at the Livingston County Convenience Center at 761 Cutoff Road and at the Old Riding Club at 1795 U.S. 60 East between Burna and Salem.
Appliances and furniture will be accepted. To make arrangements for large appliances to be picked up, call the Judge-Executive Teris Swanson's office at 270-928-2105.
Only large items will be picked up, no common household trash. This pickup service is limited so call promptly.
Be aware that EPA requires all items to be placed directly into the dumpster.
Tires are not accepted. Proof of Livingston County residency is required.
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On Monday, an abandoned vehicle was reported to the Caldwell County Sheriff's Department in a field adjacent to the Trusty Cemetery on Trusty Cemetery Road. It was determined the vehicle, a 2001 white Dodge Durango, was owned by Roy Foster Jackson, an 83-year-old male of Florence, Ala.
It was further determined that Jackson was last seen near his home, in Alabama, on Sunday, April 7. In cooperation with the Lauderdale County (Ala.) Sheriff's Department, Jackson was officially listed as a missing person.
A preliminary search was conducted of the nearby area by the Caldwell County Sheriff's Department personnel during the afternoon of Monday, April 15 with nothing being found relating to Jackson.
Caldwell County Emergency Management Director Joey McCaslin along with Area 1 Emergency Management Coordinator Daniel Newcomb organized an extensive search of the area, which lasted three days yet no clues were found.
If you have any information regarding this missing person, contact the Caldwell County Sheriff's Office at 270-365-2088 or the Dispatch Center non-emergency line at 270-365-2041.
Early in the investigation, it appears that six hangars were burglarized. A pickup truck on the property was stolen and it has been recovered.
The sheriff said two individuals have been detained for questioning.
Stay tuned for further updates.
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The suspect's outburst in court last week draw a tough response by Circuit Judge Daniel Heady.
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Marion City Council will meet in special session at 5 p.m., Monday, April 22 to consider Municipal Order 2024-01 regarding authorizing signature for USDA Emergency Community Water Assistance Grant application.
Gov. Andy Beshear has announced a secondchance.ky.gov website, which connects Kentuckians overcoming addiction or leaving incarceration to resources that can help them find a job, get an education and support their continued recovery.
The website was launched in conjunction with the nationally recognized Second Chance Month. The month is dedicated to supporting those who have paid their debt to society and are returning to their communities to live productive lives.
“My faith teaches me that there are second chances in this life – and that we are all our brothers’ and sisters’ keepers. To help every Kentuckian reach their full potential, we must live out our faith and values and help those struggling,” said Gov. Beshear. “In Scripture, we are told, ‘So continue encouraging each other and building each other up, just like you are doing already.’ With the historic economic progress we’re seeing, we have a responsibility to make sure prosperity reaches every Kentuckian. No matter the struggle, we have resources to help folks get back on their feet and find a good job.”
The site includes four areas of information: finding a job, getting an education, benefits for businesses and recovery resources.
Finding a Job
With so many jobs being created across the commonwealth, Team Kentucky wants to help make sure every Kentuckian has an opportunity to chase their dreams right here at home. The site includes information on resume help, job searches and a variety of reentry services.
The Governor highlighted the Kentucky State Parks’ focus on hiring second-chance talent. He was joined by Kentucky Dam Village Park Manager Scot Ratzlaff and Sarah Young, who works at the park as a cook.
“This program allows Kentucky Dam Village to provide opportunities for people who have served their time and need assistance getting back into the workforce,” said Ratzlaff. “It isn’t just about filling a
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