Henderson County

Henderson man arrested in connection with December Downtown Motel shooting

A Henderson man has been arrested for assault in connection with a shooting that occurred at the Downtown Motel in late December. Henderson Police officers responded to the Downtown Motel on North Green Street on Dec. 28th in reference to a shooting. Officers found one person who had been shot. He was transported to a […]

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Kentucky agency establishes Tolling Body for the I-69 River Crossing Project

A Tolling Body has been established for the I-69 Ohio River Crossing Project. The Kentucky Public Transportation Infrastructure Authority approved an interlocal agreement to move the project forward by establishing a Tolling Body. The agency also approved updates to the Bi-State Development Agreement reached between the states last year. Gov. Andy Beshear advocated for the

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Overnight Lane Closures on SB U.S. 41 Bridge Tuesday Night in Henderson

HENDERSON, Ky. (January 12, 2026) – A contractor for the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet plans to conduct overnight guardrail repairs on the southbound Twin Bridge on U.S. 41 over the Ohio River in Henderson this week. Work is scheduled between 8 p.m. on Tuesday, January 13, and 6 a.m. on Wednesday, January 14. Lane restrictions will be in

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Rep. Payne files bill to make changes to Kentucky’s assessment and accountability systems

(FRANKFORT, KY) – Rep. J.T. Payne has filed a bill that would make changes to Kentucky’s assessment and accountability systems to encourage districts to work more closely with their communities to establish priorities for their schools and help ensure all students have access to vibrant learning experiences. Payne represents District 11 in Henderson County and

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KSP seeking public’s help to locate Webster County man accused of reporting false emergency

Kentucky State Police are requesting the public’s assistance in locating a Webster County man accused of reporting a false emergency. KSP said they are looking for Bobby Wayne Sample, 32, of Webster County, due to his involvement in a 911 incident that occurred on Nov. 19, according to a news release. A call to Webster

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New KY 3690 Roadway to Open to Traffic

Henderson, Ky. (Nov. 7, 2025) – The final major elements of Section 1 of the Ohio River Crossing in Henderson are expected to open to traffic this weekend. The new connections will expedite travel times, improve connectivity, and improve safety. The following are expected to open to traffic by midday on Saturday, Nov. 8: The

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Senator Robby Mills Announces Re-Election Bid: “Kentucky Needs Fighters,Not Followers.”

Henderson, KY – Kentucky State Senator Robby Mills has announced his campaign for re-election to the 4th Senate District. Mills, a Republican, said in a press release that his mission isn’t finished. “Kentucky needs fighters, not followers. I’ve stood shoulder to shoulder with President Trump to defend our coal jobs, lower taxes, and protect the

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Henderson, Union, Webster and McLean counties receive state funding for roadway repairs

Several local fiscal courts have received Rural Secondary Program Funds from the state to repair roadways in their respective counties. Kentucky Transportation Cabinet engineers recently presented Henderson Fiscal Court with a $1,024,500 check, Webster County Fiscal Court with a $829,000 check, and Union County Fiscal Court received a $830,000 check. McLean Fiscal Court also received

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Kentucky State Police Searching for Escaped Inmate from Henderson County Detention Center

HENDERSON, Ky. (Oct. 21, 2025) – The Kentucky State Police Henderson Post 16, is searching for an inmate who escaped from the Henderson County Detention Center on October 21st, at approximately 12:15 p.m. Timothy A. Oliver, 53 years of age, is described as a while male, 6’ 1” tall, weighing 200 pounds, with brown hair

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Authorities identify the two men killed in a vehicle versus train collision in Robards

Authorities have identified the father and son who were killed after their vehicle was struck by a train in Robards. The Henderson County Sheriff’s Office identified the two men as Basten Johnson, 60, and Basi Johnson, 35, both of Orlando, Florida. The crash occurred at approximately 6:40 a.m. Tuesday, when a northbound train struck a

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Mills gives statement on Energy Planning and Inventory Commission appointment

FRANKFORT, KY. (Oct. 6, 2025) – The following is a statement from Senate Majority Caucus Chair Robby Mills, R-Henderson, primary sponsor of 2024 Senate Bill 349, regarding the appointment of Eric King as executive director of the Energy Planning and Inventory Commission (EPIC). “After more than a year of delays from the Governor, I am encouraged to

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Maintenance Project Planned on Twin Bridges

HENDERSON, Ky. – A contractor for the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet plans to begin a T-1 Steel maintenance project on the southbound U.S. 41 bridge in Henderson on Monday, September 8. T-1 steel — a grade of high-strength, quenched and treated steel known for being highly amenable to welding and machining — is no longer used

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John James Audubon State Park Museum Among Kentucky Living’s 2025 “Best in Kentucky” Winners

Kentucky Living has named John James Audubon State Park Museum among the commonwealth’s 2025 “Best in Kentucky” winners. The state’s most widely read print publication, Kentucky Living, features the 2025 Best in Kentucky award winners in its September issue. The magazine showcases reader choices for the outstanding attractions, businesses, products and people that make Kentucky

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Gov. Beshear Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Kentucky Soldier Killed in Korean War

FRANKFORT, Ky. (Aug. 13, 2025) – Gov. Andy Beshear has ordered flags at all state buildings lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset Thursday, Aug. 14, in honor of a Kentucky soldier who died during the Korean War but whose remains were only identified in May 2025. U.S. Army Pfc. Rodger E. Fields of Busy, Kentucky,

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Planning Underway for Lions 2025 Arts and Crafts Festival

Henderson Lions are preparing for what has been called one of the biggest festivals in the area – The Henderson Lions Arts and Crafts Festival at Audubon State Park.  This year’s dates are from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 4-5. The cost to enter is $5 to park your vehicle. There is plenty of

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