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LCSO confirmed property, structure and RV damage as well as downed power lines as a result of Thursday night's storms. Affordable Care Act marketplace rates are set to rise again in 2027, according to public filings. West Kentucky Allied Services warns of the potential impact to Kentucky families.

Parent company Mercy Housing has hired a new property manager to service both the Lone Oak and Princeton Manor complexes. The Donor Days Blood Drive continues in Paducah from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Thursday.

KYTC reports no timeline for when the "Cairo" bridge will reopen and is currently in the planning phase for the repair. The Paducah Symphony Orchestra plans to serve up a good time at its first ice cream social Thursday, honoring 250 years of American music. 

If Sen. McConnell were no longer able to serve out his term, Kentucky does not allow the governor to appoint a replacement, like most other states, due to a law passed in 2024. KYTC closed the U.S. 51 Ohio River Bridge connecting Wickliffe and Cairo for repairs Monday, with engineers saying work could take 2 to 4 weeks.

Independence Bank hosted its third annual Freedom 5K, commemorating July 4 and America250 with proceeds benefitting the Wounded Warriors Project. A woman who suffered a severe leg injury was rushed to the hospital following a boating incident on Lake Barkley.

Gov. Beshear announced a funding award of $480,000 to replace a bridge on Wrather Road in Calloway County. The bridge was closed in late 2025. A Graves County man was arrested on an animal torture charge Wednesday following the discovery of a deceased dog.

Kentucky recently launched a program to promote safety at summer camps. A new radio system provides real-time weather alerts to help camps prepare for emergencies. Mercy EMS offers tips for staying safe ahead of the July 4 holiday.

The Palmersville Fire Department responded to a chicken barn fire Tuesday, according to Dukedom Volunteer Fire Department. Amid intense heat, medical professionals advise patients to be aware that some popular prescriptions and over-the-counter medications are linked to higher risk of sun-related illnesses.

According to a Monday release from PPD, Peyton D. Boulton, 21, of Paducah was arrested after a fight on Jefferson Street escalated to a shooting incident. The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources will step up patrols on Kentucky waterways during the upcoming Independence Day weekend, seeking to promote safe and responsible boating. 

The Carbondale Warming Center is shutting down it's cooling services ahead of projected extreme heat due to a lack of funding and air conditioning units. A Metropolis food pantry is facing budget constraints after a recent grant from the state of Illinois ended, leaving them with a need for funding and volunteers.

Residents of the East College Street encampment are left with an uncertain future due to upcoming construction at the Piles Fork Greenway. Recent reports show farm bankruptcies have hit a six-year high, according to data from Epiq AACER.

The 2027 federal budget includes the elimination of the Senior Community Service Employment Program, which is part of Goodwill's job training program. The PDHD Farmer's Market will be held at the McCracken County Health Center, located at 916 Kentucky Avenue in Paducah from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. on June 25. 

The Worker Health Protection Program — a federally funded program that provides free health screenings to Department of Energy employees — could see funding shortfalls in July. Baptist Health Paducah and Mercy Health - Lourdes will hold blood drives on June 24 as summer need remains on the rise.

According to Kentucky State Police, a McCracken County High School student reported inappropriate actions by a School Resource Officer on May 11. A Mayfield candle company underwent mass layoffs on June 19, leaving many former employees with concerns about the future.

U.S. 68 will close at I-24 Exit 16 on Monday, as KYTC District 1 conducts its first state highway roundabout project. The Zeigler Fire Department delivered a healthy baby boy on Father's Day morning.

CN Rail provided a statement on a train derailment that occurred near Arlington in late May, and the USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service eradicated more than 1,800 wild pigs in Land Between the Lakes in 2026.

Crews in Hickman County continue to clean up wreckage from a recent train derailment more than two weeks later. Bryant Law Center filed suit in Marshall Circuit Court on behalf of Rhonda Fratzke, a Calvert City resident. The suit alleges that the Westlake and former Goodrich operations released carcinogenic substances into the surrounding community for years.

The West Kentucky Workforce Board will partner with the Kentucky Career Center — Paducah to host a Rapid Response Meeting for workers affected by recent layoffs at Precision Parcel Logistics. The McCracken County Public Library plans to host several events ahead of the July 4 holiday.

Residents of Kenton, Tennessee share thoughts following the double homicide of two children Saturday. A Paducah man faces charges of distribution and possession of child sexual abuse material.

Jasmine Jones, 41, of Mayfield, was indicted on a murder - domestic violence charge stemming from a May stabbing on South 14th Street. The city of Paducah will hold a Flag Day Celebration at Dolly McNutt Memorial Plaza from 9 a.m. until 10 a.m.

Paducah leaders held the first of two community education meetings Thursday night, providing information and open discussion on topics related to nuclear energy. Irvin Cobb management installed all the window A/C units stored in the building and purchased 30 more to be installed. A long-term solution is anticipated.

Residents at a local apartment complex are reporting problems with their air conditioning unit. A local expert gives tips of how to maintain your HVAC system. All that and more in today's edition of The Morning 6.

Several organizations will serve as "cooling centers" as temperatures continue to rise. A roundabout will be constructed near Exit 16, beginning in June, which will impact motorists as well as local businesses. All that and more in this edition of The Morning 6.

Kentucky Career Center plans to host its weekly job fair in Paducah from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesday, June 9. Law enforcement and health professionals urge social media safety after a recent Snapchat-related incident in Graves County. All that and more in this edition of The Morning 6.

General Matter will host a community open house regarding the DOE site at the Paducah Innovation Hub on June 8. Over the weekend, community volunteers took part in the 2026 Four Rivers Clean Sweep at the River Discovery Center to help keep Paducah's riverfront clean. All that and more in this edition of The Morning 6.