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KSP: Sextortion a growing cyber threat to children

Kentucky State Police report that Sextortion is one of the fastest-growing cyber threats to children, and it can happen to anyone. That's why the Kentucky State Police has partnered with Prevent Child Abuse Kentucky (PCAK) for an Internet Safety Video Series.

The series gives parents, caregivers, and educators the tools to recognize, prevent, and respond to online dangers. In this video, learn how sextortion schemes work and what steps you can take today to protect the children in your life. Watch the video by copying this link and pasting it into your browser - https://youtu.be/ZCEwYCFvHMA?si=KyYS7pjHalGXKhnj


2026-04-08 21:57:37 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports

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Sgt. Zack Morris and Detective John Sims with the Electronic Crime Branch of the Kentucky State Police report that Sextortion is one of the fastest-growing cyber threats to children. The KSP partnered with Prevent Child Abuse Kentucky (PCAK) for an Internet Safety video series. A link is provided in the accompanying story where the educational information can be viewed on YouTube.

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Nelda Fletcher, 90, Burkesville, KY

Nelda Fletcher, age 90 of Burkesville, Kentucky passed away on Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at T.J. Samson Community Hospital in Glasgow. Nelda was born on September 19, 1935 in Cumberland County, KY to the late Sanford Riley and Venis Anderson Riley. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Russell Fletcher, two brothers Earl McKinley Riley and James "Bony" Riley.

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2026-04-08 15:18:15 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Sample Ballots for May Kentucky Primary Election

Click below for sample ballots for the upcoming May 19, 2026, Kentucky Primary Election: Reminder: Monday, April 20, 2026, is the last day to register to vote in the upcoming Primary. Visit https://vrsws.sos.ky.gov/ovrweb to register online.

2026-04-08 13:35:25 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Politics

Words of Wisdom for April 8, 2026

From Miss Donna Rieder
It's not The Golden Years, it's The Metallic Years: I have silver in my hair, gold in my teeth, and lead in my butt!

Donna Rieder's Clifty Creek Farm is located at 3190 White Oak Church Rd, Russell Springs, KY. You can reach Donna by email at cliftycreekkikos@aol.com, or on the Clifty Creek Farm Facebook page.


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Joe W. Bowe, 85, Columbia, KY (1940-2026)

Joe Willis Bowe of Columbia died on Monday, April 6, 2026, at V.A. Medical Center in Lexington. He was 85 years old.

The funeral service will be held at 2pmCT on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home, 200 Campbellsville Street, Columbia, KY, with Rev. Russ Wheat delivering the Eulogy. Burial will follow in Allen Cemetery in Cumberland County.

Visitation is requested after 1pmCT on Saturday.


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Elwood Squires, 95, Taylor County, KY

Elwood Squires of Campbellsville, son of the late Jim Lewis Squires and Tamar Murrell Finn Squires, was born November 26, 1930 in Green County, Kentucky. He died Sunday, April 5, 2026 in Campbellsville at age 95.

He professed faith in Christ and was a member of St. Mark Methodist Church. Elwood was a veteran of the Korean Conflict, having served his country honorably in the United States Air Force as a crew chief on the flight line.


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Leonard Allen Goodrich, 77, Russell County, KY

Leonard Allen Goodrich, of Russell Springs, passed away Monday February 2, 2026, at his home. He was 77 years of age and a veteran of the United States Army. Cremation rites were honored according to his wishes.

A memorial service with military honors by the Russell County Honor Guard will be held on April 9, 2026, at 12noonCT at the pavilion of Jamestown City Cemetery. Arrangements by Bernard Funeral Home.


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Birthdays and Anniversaries for April 8
Happy Anniversary, Mike and Sherry Hodges | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Richard and Charlotte Ollestad | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, William and Jamie Powell | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday Darrell Overstreet | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday Virginia Ponser "Ginny" Flanagan | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Azlynn Moore (2010) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Blake Kennedy Aaron (1994) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Brittany Sandusky | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Dr. Pamela Stephens | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jeff Biggs | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jimmy Curry | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Justin Reeder | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Kristin Goodin Hildabrand | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Landon Parnell (1979) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Mike Hodges | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Nicole Jackson (1987) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Pam Stephens | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Patricia Burton | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Trey Garmon (1995) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday Edwin (Tootie) Tarter, Adair Co., KY (1929-2009) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Herbert B. Johnson, Russell Springs, KY (1929-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Earlene Bright Holtzclaw, Campbellsville, KY (1934-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ceoda (Jack) Keltner, Adair Co., KY (1922) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Janice Marie Turner, Adair Co., KY (1946-2010) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Donald Richardson, Taylor Co., KY (1940) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ovaline HadleyThornsberry, Adair Co., KY native (1941) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Josephine Wilson, Casey Co., KY (1934) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Kenneth Hayes, Taylor County, KY (1929) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ermel Wilson, Russell County, KY (1933) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Wilma Faye Stephens, Russell Co., KY (1928-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Stella Mae Mann, 89, Adair County, KY (1925-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mildred (Millie) Mae Wilson Cravens, 73, Casey County, KY (1942-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Anna Margaret (Harrison) Perkins, Taylor Co., KY (1937-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Johnny Ray Rucker, Jr, Casey Co., KY (1964-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Billy Joe Kimbler, 60, Russell Springs, KY (1956-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Charles Reginald (Johnny) Miller, 55, Taylor Co., KY (1962-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Nellie O. Hadley Brown, 85, Dubre, KY (1932-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jane Frances O'Malley Dillon, Casey Co., KY (1938-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Joel (Buddy) Holt, 77, Adair Co., KY (1940-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jimmy D. Loy, 69, Russell County, KY (1948-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Vena Wethington, 75, Liberty, KY (1942-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Betty Ella Zahler, 91, Campbellsville, KY (1931-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Brian Lee Monroe, 18, Campbellsville, KY (2002-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, David Clay Sidebottom, Green County, KY (1939-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Frank Rigney (1905-1976) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Louis Stargel, 77, Russell Springs, KY (1943-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mary Helen Morgan, formerly of Russell County, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Michael Hughes, Russell Springs, KY (1950-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Roy Lee Turner, 68, Columbia, KY (1952-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Susie Myrtle Todd, 80, Adair County, KY (1944-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Tracey Lynn Pierce, 47, Columbia, KY (1974-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, William (Billy) E. Montgomery, 88, Green Co., KY (1933-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)

Events scheduled for Wednesday, April 8, 2026
All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
8:00amCTFishing 101 for Kids at Wolf Creek National Fish Hatchery (Time TBA) | (ID:70405, Comment)
National Public Health Week 2026 | (ID:70462, Comment)
7:00pmCTLWU Department of Theatre presents: Belfast Girls | (ID:70276, Comment)

 






























 
 
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