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James “Jamie” Jameson served as judge for the 42nd Judicial Circuit from January 2015 until November 2022. (Photo courtesy of Kentucky Administrative Office of the Courts)

Jameson faces possible license suspension after speeding plea

Former circuit court judge James “Jamie” Jameson could face a 90-day suspension of his driver's license after entering a guilty plea Tuesday to speeding 26 mph or more over the limit in Marshall …
By Jessica Paine/The Murray Sentinel
2 days ago

Journey Bags brings comfort and hope to cancer patients – including the healthcare professional who cared for them

After nearly 30 years of helping patients navigate some of the most challenging moments of their lives, Heidi Hordyk, Director of Radiology, found herself facing a cancer diagnosis of her own. The …
Journey Bags
3 days ago

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Kentucky news
 Kentucky Court of Appeals hears latest arguments in Kinship Care dispute
The judges will deliberate and try to rule within 40 days.
By Sarah Ladd
12 hours ago
Court upholds Kentucky’s ban on child sex dolls after constitutional challenge  
A Union County judge has rejected a man’s constitutional challenge of Kentucky’s ban on child sex dolls.  Kenneth Moore, 50, was charged in August 2025, according to court records, with a total of 16 counts of possession or viewing matter portraying a sexual performance by a minor, promoting a sexual performance by a minor less than […]
By Sarah Ladd
Yesterday at 2:40 PM
UK to open skilled nursing facility at Hamburg campus in Lexington
The University of Kentucky’s healthcare arm will open a skilled nursing facility at their new campus at Hamburg in Lexington, working with Louisville-based Signature HealthCARE. The 105-bed facility will be a halfway point between hospital and home, officials said. The UK Board of Trustees approved the deal on Friday morning. “Patients from every corner of […]
By Lantern staff
Yesterday at 9:05 AM

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As generations pass, Between the Rivers homecomings keep memories alive

Donnie Pogue and Theresa Howell share stories at the Golden Pond Homecoming.

For many in western Kentucky, their hearts will always be somewhere in a place they call Between the Rivers, now known as Land Between the Lakes. Though they can never truly go home again, former …

By Kacie Lawrence/The Murray Sentinel
Sunday, October 11
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Legal Proceedings

Two Murray men arraigned in unrelated CSAM cases

Attorney Mitch Ryan, left, and Justin Swope stand at the podium in Calloway District Court Tuesday morning for his arraignment in a new felony case.

Two unrelated cases involving child sexual abuse material (CSAM) came before Calloway District Court Tuesday morning. A former Murray Police Department detective sergeant already facing felony …

By Jessica Paine/The Murray Sentinel
Tuesday, September 29

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Russell Cleaver stands in Calloway Circuit Court earlier this month for an appearance in a separate criminal case. The words “I CALLED 911” are written on the back of his jail uniform.

Murder indictment, civil suit add to Cleaver cases

A Calloway County grand jury met Friday and indicted Russell Cleaver on charges of murder, third-degree assault and first-degree criminal mischief in two separate but related cases. Days earlier, the …
By Jessica Paine/The Murray Sentinel
Sunday, September 27

Swope charged with four additional felonies in separate CSAM case

Justin Swope, the former Murray Police Department detective sergeant already facing 38 felony charges …
By Jessica Paine/The Murray Sentinel
Friday, September 18
Obituaries
Ralph William Byerly - Oct 22, 2026
Mr. Ralph William Byerly, 66, of Murray, KY, passed away on Thursday, October 23, 2026 at Murray Calloway County Hospital.Arrangements are currently incomplete at Imes Funeral Home & Crematory.

Yesterday at 2:54 PM
Mr. Harold F. Elkins
Jul 20, 1943 – Oct 21, 2026 Mr. Harold F. Elkins, age 83, of the Lynn Grove Community, passed away on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at the Patriot Health and Rehab in Paris, Tennessee.

Yesterday at 10:01 AM
Mrs. Peggy Jo Cleaver Doores
Apr 30, 1941 – Oct 18, 2026 Mrs. Peggy Jo Cleaver Doores, age 85, of Antioch, Tennessee, passed away on Sunday, October 18, 2026, in Brentwood, Tennessee.

Yesterday at 8:34 AM
Jacqueline A. “Jackie” Ellis
Mrs. Jacqueline A. “Jackie” Ellis, 66, of New Concord, KY passed away on Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at her home. Jackie was born on September 9, 1960 in Joliet, TN to the late Thomas and …
2 days ago
Todd S. Ramsden - Oct 21, 2026
Todd S. Ramsden, 61, of Almo, KY, passed away on Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Murray Calloway County Hospital.Todd was born on January 30, 1965 in Schenectady, NY to Edward and Maureen (Millington) …

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Local Government
Meetings

Kentucky offers free voter ID cards ahead of November election

Ahead of elections coming up on November 3, Team Kentucky is reminding eligible registered voters who do not currently have an accepted form of identification …
Kentucky Transportation Cabinet
Thursday, October 8
The Murray City Council meets Thursday, Aug. 13, at City Hall. Council members unanimously approved a data center ordinance on second reading.

Murray City Council passes data center ordinance, members applaud community

The Murray City Council unanimously approved a data center ordinance on second reading Thursday, establishing regulations for the controversial industry …
By River Murt/The Murray Sentinel
Wednesday, August 19
Mayor Bob Rogers listens to a speaker during a public hearing held by the Murray City Council last week on the city's proposed data center ordinance.

Murray, Calloway County take different approaches to data centers

The local governments of Murray and Calloway County met last week discussing data center ordinances, intending to regulate the controversial national matter. …
By River Murt/The Murray Sentinel
Friday, July 24

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Public Safety

KSP announces traffic safety checkpoints in 11 western Kentucky counties

The Kentucky State Police (KSP) will be conducting traffic safety checkpoints throughout the Post 1 district, to check motorists for compliance with motor vehicle …

Kentucky State Police
Thursday, October 1

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Storm Siren Test - Friday, September 4th

Calloway County Office of Emergency Management to Conduct Storm Siren Testing on Friday, September 4th, 2026

Wednesday, September 2
Extras

What 8 hours on your feet really does to your body

KURU Footwear reports that being on your feet for eight hours can cause various physical issues like muscle fatigue, pain, and cardiovascular risks, emphasizing the need for varied movement and better workplace design to mitigate discomfort.
Victoria Schmid for KURU Footwear
Yesterday at 10:00 AM

Can feng shui lower stress? What the research on clutter actually shows

Closets by Design reports on feng shui's potential to reduce stress by organizing spaces for energy flow, aligning with research on clutter and well-being.
James Kelly for Closets by Design
Yesterday at 9:00 AM
Scammers are finding new ways to target your phone. Here are 5 ways to protect yourself
Malwarebytes reports scammers are targeting mobile users with increasingly sophisticated scams.
Michael Sherwood for Malwarebytes
2 days ago
Your 2026 tax return just got easier: Here's what's coming this filing season
(BPT) - Filing your taxes is never a top item on anyone's fun to-do list, but it's definitely a must, and can lead to a very welcome refund. The good news is, there's a new service that can help make …
4 days ago
Hit by an uninsured driver? What to know
TheZebra.com reports that 1 in 3 drivers are uninsured or underinsured, increasing financial risk for insured motorists in accidents. 
Erik J. Martin for TheZebra.com
Wednesday, October 14
How a smarter home can help families reclaim their time
(BPT) - It's a Thursday evening at home, and all you want to do is relax with your family. However, the mental list of possible to-dos stops you from being fully present with your loved ones. …
Monday, October 12
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