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Good day Paducah! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why did McCracken County’s tax administrator walk away from the job?
  • What Paducah victims should know about getting an emergency protective order
  • How much food did Paducah schools collect to fight hunger?

Today's riddle: My brother swallowed a box of firecrackers. - Is he all right now? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, with a high of 59 and low of 27 degrees.
  • Friday: Mostly sunny and cooler, temps: high: 41, low: 33.
  • Saturday: Warmer; breezy in the morning, with a high of 56 and low of 30 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. McCracken County tax administrator resigns amid oversight dispute (wpsdlocal6.com) — Paducah’s McCracken County tax administrator has resigned after a dispute over whether her office should report to the county treasurer or the deputy judge executive. Fiscal Court commissioners accepted her resignation in a tense meeting, while officials disagreed over past oversight promises but praised the millions in revenue her office helped collect.
   

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2. Local attorney highlights protective orders amid rising domestic violence concerns (wpsdlocal6.com) — After a Paducah mother was recently killed in a shooting, a local attorney is urging residents to understand how emergency protective orders work and how quickly they can be issued. He explains the step-by-step process, limits of the system, and stresses the need for more resources and law-enforcement training, while sharing hotline information for anyone facing domestic violence.
   

3. Schools accept challenge to fight hunger (paducahsun.com) — Paducah Power System crews have wrapped up collecting thousands of pounds of food from local public and private schools in their 17th annual School Challenge, which supports Christmas in the Park at Noble Park. Paducah Tilghman and St. Mary students joined others in a friendly competition for a cash prize, with all donations going to agencies that fight hunger locally.
   

4. Local animal shelters seek foster homes for the holidays (wpsdlocal6.com) — Paducah-area animal shelters say adoptions are slower this holiday season and are urging residents to consider fostering before committing to a long-term pet. Staff at McCracken County Humane Society and Project Hope stress the financial and time commitments of pet ownership, and strongly recommend short foster trials so families can be sure a new dog or cat fits their home.
   

5. Blair-Master of the Needle (superiorne.com) — A longtime quilter fondly recalls traveling with her daughters to Paducah for the national quilt show, a highlight of her lifelong passion for stitching. The story traces her journey from farm girl to master quilter, her deep family ties, and the friendships and travels quilting has brought her, including church relief work and trips as far as Norway.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Our cat Ruby has been missing for 5 days now off of old mayfield road near ricks pharmacy.
    We recently moved to the area and now she has gone missing. If you see her please please please let me know (Nextdoor Morgan)
  • Theres a red haired Chihuahua on S 6th street in Paducah.
    I was wondering if anyone could help it out and go an pick it up so it’s not ran over. I have seen it twice and I am not able to because I am working… (Nextdoor Forest Hills)
  • Sam's Club posted a job opening for Baker and Packager Associate in Paducah. Apply here.
  • Baptist Health posted a job opening for EVS Tech - Housekeeper in Paducah. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Paducah here.

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