Ray Cates, 101, of Birmingham , Ala.

Ray Wilson Cates, 101, of Birmingham, Alabama, died Friday, January 9, 2026, at his residence surrounded by family. Funeral service will be at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, January 17, 2026, at Dogwood Funerals & Cremations of Crofton. Burial

Casey Jones Sale, Legislative Priorities Have PADD’s Attention

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Following recommendations from staff, officials with the Pennyrile Area Development District Monday afternoon approved a $194,288.70 loan from its revolving funds to B3 Beverage Company, LLC, of Newtown Square, Pennsylvania. The purpose, however, is because the company

Brenda Helton, 58, of Woodlawn, Tennessee

Brenda Helton, 58, Woodlawn, Tennessee, passed away Sunday, January 11, 2026, at her home from natural causes. Funeral services will be held at 12:00 p.m. Thursday, January 15, 2026, at The Lighthouse Church with Terry Hancock officiating.