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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
Yesterday at 1:12 PM

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
2 days ago

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Kentucky news
 ‘Clear political stunt’: Beshear rejects Ball’s nominees for executive ethics commission
A day after submitting nominations for an appointment to the Executive Branch Ethics Commission, Republican Auditor Allison Ball says Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear rejected her list. A spokesperson for the governor said the list was “a clear political stunt.”  Ball said in a Thursday statement she found it “deeply disappointing that the Governor would choose […]
By McKenna Horsley
Yesterday at 1:29 PM
Commentary: Lincoln-Douglas, they’re not. The sorry scene of today’s political debates.
Debates sure aren’t what they used to be. Do you remember gathering around the TV (how quaint!) to watch two candidates try to politely (how delightfully old-fashioned!) out-argue each other on substantive points of public policy? It’s not that debates aren’t consequential. Ask former President Joe Biden what a big deal they can be.  But […]
By Linda Blackford
Yesterday at 4:30 AM
Kentucky AG says public funding can be used to fund school resource officers at private schools
Republican Kentucky Attorney General Russel Coleman says it is constitutional to use public, county funding to fund the placement of school resource officers at private schools, according to a legal opinion published earlier this month.  Republican Boone County Attorney Jordan Turner had requested the legal opinion as the county fiscal court considered a proposal earlier […]
By Liam Niemeyer
Yesterday at 4:30 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
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 …
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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) …

Yesterday at 8:47 AM
Margie Jones - Oct 21, 2026
Ms. Margie Jones, 86, of Murray, passed away on Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at Lourdes Hospital in Paducah.Arrangements are currently incomplete at Imes Funeral Home & Crematory.

Yesterday at 8:42 AM
Ronnie Linn Woods - Oct 21, 2026
Ronnie Linn Woods, born November 19,1946, leaves behind a family who will cherish the happy memories they shared. He is survived by Pamela Dowdy Woods, his wife of 56 years; their daughter, April …

Yesterday at 8:38 AM
Mrs. Ruth Brandon
Sep 15, 1931 – Oct 20, 2026 Ruth Brandon age 95, of Murray, KY passed away peacefully in the presence of her family at home on October 20th, 2026. She was born in LA Center, KY September 15th, …

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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

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
Yesterday at 10:45 AM

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 …
3 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
10 best cities to rent rather than own a house in 2026
TheZebra.com reports that Salt Lake City, Denver, and Austin are among the top 10 U.S. cities where renting is more affordable than buying.
Erik J. Martin for TheZebra.com
Monday, October 12
6 Ways to Create a More Sustainable Bathroom
(Feature Impact) Conserving water, energy and resources is key to running an environmentally friendly household, and one of the best places to start is your bathroom. As one of the most frequently used rooms in the house, it's a small space that makes a big difference. Every flush, shower, twist of the tap and restock of restroom essentials is an opportunity to manage your ecological footprint.
Sunday, October 11
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