Throughout the year, the McCracken County Library often serves as a collection point for citizens to drop off donated items, like toiletries, cleaning supplies and pairs of new underwear. Now, MCPL will collect items year-round — each month will benefit a different organization.

The Commission on Cancer (CoC), a quality program of the American College of Surgeons (ACS), granted three-year accreditation to the cancer program at Mercy Health Lourdes Hospital.

Join botanist Chris Benda as he discusses updating the Illinois Big Tree Registry, a statewide outreach program that seeks to discover, record, and recognize the largest individuals of the Giant City State Park's native tree species.

A participant in Christmas Cops herself during her childhood, a recently hired Paducah police officer got to be on the other side of the program this season.

Three governor's special student programs, Governor's School for Entrepreneurs, Governor's School for the Arts and Governor's Scholars Program, are now accepting applications with deadlines in January.

The program gives students hands-on learning experience in construction trades. Participants also take courses to learn job interview tactics and how to create resumes. 

When a driver is stopped for a head or taillight violation, officers can give them a $25 Advance Auto Parts gift card, allowing them to fix the issue without getting a citation. 

The Family Service Society helps ensure senior and disabled households aren't overlooked during Christmas by helping to provide food, hygiene items, cleaning items, and presents. They are now accepting applications for this year's program.