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In today's newsletter:
- Police probe alleged home-improvement scam targeting Paducah customers
- What the new Coleman Road sidewalk and bridge will change for walkers
- How Paducah's overdose awareness event could connect neighbors to lifesaving help
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📰 News we're reading
1. Paducah Police Arrest Man Following Theft Investigation (marshallcountydaily.com) — Paducah police have arrested a local home-improvement business owner after customers reported paying tens of thousands of dollars for cabinets and flooring that were never ordered or installed. Investigators say at least $45,300 in materials were paid for but not delivered, and they believe more victims may be out there. Anyone with similar experiences is urged to contact Detective Samantha Taylor. 
2. Pedestrian bridge to be constructed on portion of Coleman Road (westkentuckystar.com) — Paducah's Board of Commissioners has approved a project to add a sidewalk and pedestrian bridge along the west side of Coleman Road, from the railroad tracks to Hinkleville Road. Backed by more than $151,000 in federal carbon-reduction funding, the half‑mile improvement aims to boost safety and walkability near several hotels and busy traffic in that corridor.
3. Turning Point to host annual overdose awareness event in Paducah - KBSI FOX23 News Cape Girardeau News (kbsi23.com) — Paducah residents are invited Monday evening to Noble Park for Turning Point's Overdose Awareness and Remembrance event, honoring lives lost and sharing local recovery resources. The Paducah-based program offers free naloxone through its local office, kiosks, and Mobile Recovery van, aiming to reduce stigma and connect people across western Kentucky with treatment and harm-reduction support.
4. Exclusive: New Cast and Dates Announced for THE WIZ National Tour (broadwayworld.com) — Paducah theater fans can mark their calendars: the national tour of THE WIZ is scheduled to hit the Carson Center on January 7, 2027, bringing a fresh cast and high-energy staging of the classic musical. The production is part of a 75-city tour following its acclaimed Broadway revival. Residents will have a chance to see the show's new leads and choreography without leaving town.
5. Logan County dominates Daviess County 49-13 in season-opening Lewisburg Bank Bowl Victory (franklinfavorite.com) — Logan County's football team opened its season with a dominant 49-13 win over Daviess County, powered by a balanced offense and aggressive defense. Next week, they'll travel to Paducah to face the McCracken County Mustangs, giving local fans a chance to see how the Cougars handle their first long road test against another recent 6A playoff team.
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McCracken County Public Library, 555 Washington St, Paducah
5:30 pm
Tuesday September 1
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Other local events
- MCHS Women's Golf vs Marshall County, Paxton Park
McCracken County Public Schools Paducah, KY 42003
4:00 pm - MCHS FR Volleyball - FR Night @ HOME, SHP Arena
McCracken County Public Schools Paducah, KY 42003
5:00 pm - MCHS JV Football vs Murray @ HOME, Marquette Stadium
McCracken County Public Schools Paducah, KY 42003
6:00 pm - MCHS Men's JV Soccer @ Graves County
McCracken County Public Schools Paducah, KY 42003
7:00 pm - MCHS Women's Golf vs Marshall County, Silos CC
McCracken County High School Paducah, KY 42003
4:00 pm - MCHS JV/Varsity Volleyball @ St. Mary
McCracken County High School Paducah, KY 42003
6:00 pm - MCHS FR Football vs Calloway County @ HOME, Marquette Stadium
McCracken County High School Paducah, KY 42003
6:00 pm
Monday August 31
Thursday September 3
🗓 Events Nearby
- MCHS Women's Golf vs Marshall County, Paxton Park
McCracken County Public Schools Paducah, KY 42003
4:00 pm - MCHS FR Volleyball - FR Night @ HOME, SHP Arena
McCracken County Public Schools Paducah, KY 42003
5:00 pm - MCHS JV Football vs Murray @ HOME, Marquette Stadium
McCracken County Public Schools Paducah, KY 42003
6:00 pm - MCHS Men's JV Soccer @ Graves County
McCracken County Public Schools Paducah, KY 42003
7:00 pm
Monday August 31
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