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DEA warns of more dangerous street drugs mixed with fentanyl
Crime & Public Safety

DEA warns of more dangerous street drugs mixed with fentanyl

The DEA says these drugs can cause serious harm, including slowed breathing, loss of consciousness, severe infections, and death.

Early voting begins Thursday in Kentucky
Election 2026 Featured

Early voting begins Thursday in Kentucky

Most counties offer at least one designated voting location.

Free athletic physicals available for middle and high school students
Neighbors

Free athletic physicals available for middle and high school students

Organizers note that the clinic is limited to sports physicals only.

Woman killed after pickup strikes horse-drawn carriage in Hart County
Crime & Public Safety

Woman killed after pickup strikes horse-drawn carriage in Hart County

The investigation remains ongoing and is being led by KSP Detective Bo Hubbard.

Cave City council votes 4-1 for data center moratorium amid zoning debate
Data Centers Featured

Cave City council votes 4-1 for data center moratorium amid zoning debate

Despite the pause on formal consideration, the city still does not have zoning regulations in place that would fully prevent a data center project from advancing.

Cave City cyclist dies after being hit by SUV
Crime & Public Safety

Cave City cyclist dies after being hit by SUV

The crash remains under investigation.

Company calls for ethics review ahead of Cave City data center zoning discussion
Data Centers Featured

Company calls for ethics review ahead of Cave City data center zoning discussion

The company said its “only goal is to help ensure that the process remains impartial and free from any concerns that could later call the validity or fairness of the proceedings into question.”

Authorities urge community to sign up for emergency alerts
Crime & Public Safety

Authorities urge community to sign up for emergency alerts

Officials said the myAlerts app is available for both iPhone and Android devices, and residents can also register online.

Organizers announce 2026 Barren County Fair summer schedule
Neighbors

Organizers announce 2026 Barren County Fair summer schedule

Carnival rides and nightly events are scheduled throughout the week of June 23-27.

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