Preparing For Severe Weather: Tips To Keep Your Family Safe

As we await the next round of severe weather to move across the area Wednesday night – preparing your family for what could happen is key to ensuring their safety.
Julie Bell, 65, of Kuttawa
Julie Wicker Bell, aged 65 of Kuttawa, a beloved matriarch, passed away on March 30, 2025, in Paducah, Kentucky. Born on May 10, 1959, in Crittenden County, KY. Julie is survived by her devoted husband, Donald Ray
Beshear Enacts State Of Emergency Ahead Of Weather

Just ahead of several expected rounds of severe storms across the Commonwealth, Governor Andy Beshear declared a state of emergency Wednesday — hoping to preemptively activate modes of emergency response, while bringing price gouging laws into effect.
UPDATED- Local-Area Shelter Locations in Our Area!
Caldwell County Princeton Caldwell County Courthouse (pets allowed if leash and/or crated) Blue Springs Baptist Church- 5092 Blackhawk Rd Northside Baptist Church- 3pm until the threat is over Fredonia First Baptist Church (pets allowed if leash and/or
Severe Weather Information
High water is impacting several roads across the region. With a considerable amount of additional rain expected, along with the potential for more severe weather today and Saturday, more roads could become impassable due to flooding. Remember,
Caldwell County Residents Urged to Prepare for Severe Storms, Flooding Threats

With the threat of severe storms and flooding through Saturday, Caldwell County Emergency Management Director Joey McCaslin is urging the community to take proactive steps to ensure their safety and readiness.
PEPB Receives National Award for Exceptional Safety Practices

The Princeton Electric Plant Board has been honored with the American Public Power Association’s Safety Award of Excellence for safe operating practices in 2024.
Community Disciples Annual Father-Daughter Dance May 3rd

The Community Disciples has announced the details of their annual “Butterfly Kisses” Father-Daughter Dance, set to take place on Saturday, May 3rd.
CCHS Agriculture Classes Build Birdhouses to Distribute Next Week

Members of the community will have a chance to receive a free birdhouse next week thanks to the Agriculture Department at the Caldwell County High School.
Rare High Risk Of Severe Storms Issued Wednesday Night

The Storm Prediction Center issued a rare high risk for severe storms (a level 5/5) overnight for most of western Kentucky for Wednesday night’s storms.