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Daily News for Friday, July 24, 2026
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KY Game Wardens continue Marly Kinney investigation From Lisa Jackson Frankfort, KY -- The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources' Law Enforcement Division continues to investigate the death of Marly Kinney and is asking anyone with information to come forward and speak with investigators. Kinney, a 19-year-old woman from Ashland, Kentucky, was reported missing on June 24, 2026, after she did not return with a group of friends on a pontoon boat rented from Grayson Lake Marina in Carter County. Following an exhaustive five-day search, her body was recovered from Grayson Lake on June 28, 2026. Anyone with information related to this investigation, or who has not yet spoken with investigators, is encouraged to contact Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Law Enforcement via Kentucky State Police Post 14 at 606-928-6451. Even information that may appear minor could prove valuable in establishing facts or corroborating evidence. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-07-24 16:49:28 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Great Wooded South XII: Going Out West, Part VI Catch up with the previous column: Great Wooded South XI: Going Out West, Part V Click here for all the entries in the Great Wooded South series By Billy Joe Fudge When daylight came we found ourselves in a fire camp in a valley near the south end of the Marble Cone fire. Even though the smoke was clearly visible beyond the hills to the North, we were located at a safe distance from the fire. Our fire camp was located in a Valley oak savanna south of Big Sur in the Ventana Wilderness. Two major peaks in this coastal wilderness area, Marble Peak and Cone Peak received lightning strikes which ignited wildland fires. After the two wildfires burned together, becoming one fire, they were renamed the Marble Cone. The Marble Cone had been burning for a couple weeks and much of the fire had been contained. Containment doesn't necessarily mean there is no more danger. It means the fire is no longer burning uncontrolled but can still be burning inside containment lines. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-07-24 12:21:46 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Great Wooded South by Billy Joe Fudge
KSP: 2026 Sworn Awards Ceremony From Sherry Bray Lexington, KY - On July 23, 2026, the Kentucky State Police (KSP) honored 84 troopers, detectives and officers who went above and beyond the call of service in 2025. The KSP annual Sworn Awards Ceremony highlighted those who are dedicated to protecting Kentucky's 120 counties with a mission of creating a safer commonwealth for future generations. Among the honorees from Post 15 in Columbia, Detective Dexter Colvin was named 2025 Detective of the Year, and Trooper Jonathan Houk was named 2025 Public Affairs Officer of the Year. "Every single day, the brave men and women of the Kentucky State Police put duty above self to make our communities safer," Gov. Andy Beshear said. "The troopers and officers being recognized today exemplify that commitment to our commonwealth. Thank you for your unyielding dedication." Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-07-24 12:17:50 | Comments | Printable version
Documentary chronicles rebuilding efforts in Eastern KY Frankfort, KY - On July 24, 2026, Gov. Andy Beshear announced that Team Kentucky's documentary, RISING, is now available for streaming on Prime Video, with proceeds going to the Team Kentucky Emergency Relief Fund, which assists Kentuckians affected by natural disasters and catastrophic events. RISING tells the story of the strength and resilience of Eastern Kentuckians as they undertake the most ambitious rebuilding effort in the nation following the historic 2022 floods. The 60-minute film chronicles the joint commitment of Gov. Beshear, state and local leaders to rebuild homes for survivors on abandoned coal mine sites out of the floodplains. Now, eight high-ground communities are either completed or in progress, with new homes on higher ground, protected from future flooding. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-07-24 10:56:55 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Kentucky
Sen. Paul to visit Columbia on Aug 17 The City of Columbia and Morgan Smith Industries will be hosting US Senator Rand Paul at 9amCT on Monday, August 17, 2026, at Morgan Smith Industries, 132 Industrial Park Rd., Columbia, KY. 2026-07-24 10:37:04 | Comments | Printable version
KDFW: August 1 is Hunter Education Day From Lisa Jackson Frankfort, KY - To help prepare new hunters for a safe and successful experience in the field this fall, the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources is hosting a special statewide "Hunter Education Day" on the first Saturday in August. The department will offer more than 30 in-person Hunter Education classes and live-fire range days on Saturday, August 1, 2026, at convenient locations across Kentucky, including the Metcalfe County Fairgrounds, 102 Fairgrounds St., Edmonton, KY (more info). This annual educational opportunity is held in August in conjunction with National Shooting Sports Month, when additional attention is brought to shooting sports to grow the pastime in communities across the nation. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-07-24 10:32:34 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Ky Afield Outdoors Birthdays and Anniversaries for July 24 Happy Anniversary, Douglas and Edath Johnson Bradshaw (1960) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Sammy and Tammy Kassem (2012) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Steve and Sarah Burton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Tim and Rhonda Bradshaw (1992) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Bobby Ray Roberts | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Carol Smith | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Crystel M. Stephens (1985) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Dana Oakes | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Darin Taylor (1972) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Donna Oakes | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Donovan Baker | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Dyllon Reece Kermeen (2009) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Eldon Lane Furkins | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Gina Pittman | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jackie Hodges | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, James Petty | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Kynadie Brooklyn Hancock (1998) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Laura Willis | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Leslie Willis | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Marley Corbin (2010) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Martha Price Coffey (1947) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Mary Lee Cundiff | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Misty Claywell | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Stephanie Dykes | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Matt Luttrell, Liberty, KY (1991-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mildred Shell, Hustonville, KY (1937-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sheila Lynn Burress, Campbellsville, KY (1949-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William Watson, Columbia, KY (1932-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Adell Brown Smith, Russell Springs, KY (1911) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Virgie Luttrell, Russell Co., KY (1912) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Andrew Wright, Jr., Adair Co. KY (1944-2011) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Coy Lee Godbey, Russell Springs, KY (1929) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Robert L. Miller , Mayor of Campbellsville, KY for 33 years (1927) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Shirley Brock, Adair Co., KY (1943) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Aaron Thomas Davis, formerly of Cumberland Co., KY (1923) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ruth M. Dunkin, Casey Co., KY (1947) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Lee Cundiff, Adair County, KY (1930) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Genola Ripley, Adair County, KY (1934) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Merle Wise, Taylor County, KY (1922) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Olene Chumbley, Russell County, KY (1924-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Elnor (Ann) Neat, Dunnville, KY (1922-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Homer Forest Lands, 72, Adair County, KY (1942-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Anna Mary Skaggs, Taylor Co., KY (1923-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Guy White, Taylor County, KY (1934-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rodney Glen Wethington , 33, Casey Co., KY (1981-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jerry Ray Kibbons, Taylor Co., KY (1930-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jerry Ray Kibbons, Taylor Co., KY (1930-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Avis Bennett, 81, Russell County, KY (1934-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ervin Kemp, 61, Russell County, KY (1954-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Lou Shepherd, 71, Russell County, KY (1944-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Robert Paul (Bob) Rotschi, 82, Taylor Co., KY (1933-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Laverne Henderson Yarberry, Green County, KY (1926-2016 | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Donald David Gray, Cumberland Co., KY (1934-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Steven Wayne Williams II, Russell County, KY (1979-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Andrea Danielle Melton (Jul 24, 1980 - Feb 19, 2001) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bettye Jean Kincheloe, 88, Campbellsville, KY (1934-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bobbie Hadley, 87, Columbia, KY (1938-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bobby P. Campbell, 86, Adair Co., KY native (1935-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Carlos Coffey, 91, Russell County, KY (1927-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Donald Doyle Waymon, 82, Taylor County, KY (1936-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Joan B. Roy (1947) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kenneth Howard Dulin, 66, Adair County, KY (1952-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kingsley Evan. (Smitty) Smith, Jr., 87, Columbia, KY (1936-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lula Frances Selby, 94, Russell County, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Irene Nell, 107, Columbia KY (1915-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Morris Ray Pace, 68, Cumberland Co., KY native (1953-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Nelda Juanita O'Neall, 88, Russell Springs, KY (1933-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Patricia Jean Hodge, 69, Columbia, KY (1952-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William Monte Chaudoin, 66, Green Co., KY native (1954-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Friday, July 24, 2026 All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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