Kentucky State Police Searching for Missing Man After Reported Bridge Jump

A search is underway for a missing North Carolina man who authorities believe jumped from the Cumberland River bridge on US Highway 62 on Tuesday afternoon. Shortly after 3:15 p.m. Tuesday, Kentucky State Police Post 1 said
Maureen Derdzinski, 77, of Kuttawa
Maureen Theresa Derdzinski, age 77, of Kuttawa, passed away Monday, February 16, 2026, at her home. Maureen was born in Chicago, Illinois, to her parents, the late Arthur Sorenson and Theresa Kosarog Sorenson. She later moved to
Cathy Hodapp, 67, of Eddyville
Cathy Lynn Hodapp, age 67 of Eddyville, KY, (formerly of Marine, IL) was called to her eternal rest with her Lord and Savior on Monday, February 16, 2026. Cathy was born August 3, 1958, in St. Claire
Ann Dunning, 87, of Eddyville
Ann Ramey Dunning, age 87, of Eddyville, passed away February 16, 2026, at her home. Ann was born July 23, 1938 to the late Clinton and Thelma Holloway Ramey. She will be remembered as a woman of
Brock Thomas to Run for Second Term as Princeton Mayor

Princeton Mayor Brock Thomas has announced his intention to seek a second term in the upcoming November General Election. He announced his decision on social media and said he would file for reelection after the May Primary
Thomas Ausenbaugh, 65, of Kuttawa
Thomas E. Ausenbaugh, age 65 of Kuttawa, born on March 27, 1959, in Indiana, passed away peacefully at his residence on February 16, 2026. He leaves behind a legacy of dedication and love, having retired from Smith
Dustin DeBoe, 54, of Princeton
Dustin Ray DeBoe, age 54 of Princeton, devoted family man and passionate bricklayer, passed away peacefully at his home on February 16, 2026. Born on April 28, 1971, in Monroe, Michigan, Dustin poured his heart into every
Hopkinsville Community College – Facilities Worker II

Hopkinsville Community College – Kentucky Community and Technical College System Facilities Worker II – Part Time (Position #10013984) Hourly Wage: $13.28 per hour – 2nd Shift – 18.75 hours per week Open Date: 02/18/26 – Close Date:
Spring Fire Season in Effect Across Kentucky

Kentucky’s Spring Forest Fire Hazard Season is underway, bringing specific daytime burning restrictions to the Commonwealth. As of Sunday, it is now illegal to burn anything within 150 feet of any woodland or brushland between the hours
City Council Approves Matching Funds for New Development Projects

The Princeton City Council has agreed to partner with the county to secure key funding for a major expansion at the Industrial Park, with plans underway for both industrial and commercial development projects that could boost
