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$2.99 Or Less Gas Popping Up in Lots of Places, But Did OPEC Just Ruin It?

FARMINGTON, Mo (News First) - Gas Prices are falling across the nation, but will that trend continue? In their latest podcast about the issue, Gas Buddy's Sr Petroleum Analyst Patrick De Haan and Co-Host Matt McClain say the trend of falling prices is expected to...

Kingsway Drive in McCracken County Blocked Today and Tomorrow

Work scheduled from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days PADUCAH, Ky. (Sept. 4, 2024) – Jim Smith Contracting of Grand Rivers, a contractor for the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC), plans to have Kingsway Drive in western McCracken County blocked today, Sept. 4...

Lane Restrictions at Westbound I-24 Tennessee River Bridge Again Tonight

Crews continue transitioning work from westbound to eastbound bridge PADUCAH, Ky. (September 4, 2024) – A contractor working for the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet plans to continue the process of transitioning work at the Tennessee River bridges on...

U.S. 45 in Paducah to be Blocked for Utility Work Next Week

Paducah Water scheduled to start water main replacement on Tuesday PADUCAH, Ky. (Aug. 31, 2024) – Paducah Water plans to block U.S. 45 (28thStreet /Joe Clifton Drive) Tuesday, Sept. 3 at 9 p.m. as part of its Midtown WaterMain Replacement project....

District 1 Roadshow: Traffic Impact Report for Sept. 1 -7

PADUCAH, KY (August 30, 2024) -- The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet anticipates ongoing work zone construction and long-term maintenance activities at the following locations will impact traffic in District 1 counties the week of Sept. 1-7. More detailed information...

Paducah Police to Increase Patrols for Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over Campaign

PADUCAH, Ky. — With Labor Day weekend approaching, the Paducah Police Department is warning drivers about the dangers of impaired driving. Over the past five years, 30% of all traffic fatalities nationwide have been alcohol-related. Additionally, driving under the...

Paramount Drive to Close for Stormwater Infrastructure Installation Starting Sept. 3

MURRAY Ky. — Paramount Drive, from Lowes Drive to Highway 121, will be closed from 7 a.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 3, through 5 p.m. on Sept. 20, for stormwater infrastructure installation, officials announced. In preparation for the closure, Walmart Drive will be fully open...

Brookport Bridge to be Blocked Briefly Next Week

KYTC to make repairs to Ohio River navigational lighting PADUCAH, Ky. – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet will block the U.S. 45 Ohio River "Brookport Bridge" in Paducah for about three hours next week to make repairs to navigational lighting that directs marine...

KY 365 to be Blocked Next Week for Cross Drain Replacement

Blockage scheduled for Sept. 4-6 PADUCAH, Ky. – KY 365 in Crittenden County will be blocked for approximately three days next week as the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet replaces a cross drain at the 2.33 mile point. Message boards have already been placed on the...