Donald Auberry has been indicted for defrauding families...

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A Taylor County Grand Jury has returned indictments against eighteen individuals. We remind you that indictments are legal accusations and do not determine guilt or innocence.

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UPDATE: Big Dawg News has learned the juvenile is 17-year-old Natalie Wilson of Russell Springs. She is the daughter of Jearmy "Hog" & Heather Wilson.

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Kentucky State Police (KSP) Post 15 Troopers were requested by the Adair County Sheriff’s Office to respond to a two-vehicle injury collision, just before 10:30 A.M. CDT yesterday morning, on KY 206 in Adair County.

The preliminary investigation revealed that a 17-year-old juvenile was traveling west on KY 206 in a 2019 Chevrolet Equinox. The juvenile crossed the centerline and entered the eastbound lane of KY 206 into the path of a 2007 Terex C13 concrete truck traveling east on KY 206, operated by Curtis Bell, 22, of Columbia.  The vehicles collided in a head-on manner.  
 

The juvenile was transported to TJ Sampson Columbia Hospital, where she succumbed to her injuries and was pronounced deceased by the Adair County Coroner. Curtis Bell was not injured during the collision.

KSP Post 15 Troopers were assisted at the scene by the Adair County Sheriff's Office, Adair County Fire/EMS, Adair County Coroner’s Office and the Kentucky State Highway Department.  Senior Trooper Dean Lunz is investigating the collision.

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RUSSELL SPRINGS, Ky.  (June 2, 2026) – Kentucky State Police (KSP) Post 15 Troopers were requested by the Russell County Sheriff’s Office to respond to a two-vehicle injury collision, just after 2:30 P.M. CDT yesterday afternoon, on the Cumberland Parkway in Russell County.

The preliminary investigation revealed that Christopher Austin, 28, of Russell Springs, was traveling west on the Cumberland Parkway in a 2016 Kia Optima.  Mr. Austin left the roadway on the left shoulder and steered his vehicle back onto the roadway.  Upon traveling back on the roadway, Mr. Austin entered the path and collided with a 2020 Jeep Cherokee, operated by Maylon Brown, 60, of Russell Springs, also traveling west on the Cumberland Parkway. 

Maylon Brown was pronounced deceased at the hospital by the Russell County Coroner.  Christopher Austin refused medical treatment at the scene. 

Christopher Austin was arrested and charged with DUI 2nd offense, Vehicular Homicide When Under the Influence of Drugs, Possession of Controlled Substance 1st Degree (Methamphetamine), Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and Reckless Driving.  Mr. Austin was lodged in the Russell County Detention Center.

KSP Post 15 Troopers were assisted at the scene by the Russell County Sheriff's Office, Russell County Fire and EMS, Russell County Coroner’s Office and the Kentucky State Highway Department.  Senior Trooper Brandon Roark is investigating the collision.

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Green County Emergency Management has been notified that a positive identification has been made regarding the body recovered from Big Pitman Creek on May 8, 2026. Authorities have confirmed the deceased individual as Ashley N. Matthews, who had previously been reported missing. The family was notified prior to this release.

The investigation into the cause of death remains ongoing and is being conducted by the Kentucky State Police.

Green County Emergency Management extends its deepest condolences to the family, friends, and loved ones affected by this tragic situation.

Emergency Management officials would also like to express sincere appreciation to Green County Coroner David Taylor for his professionalism, compassion, and diligence throughout the course of this difficult investigation.

Green County Emergency Management also thanks the responding agencies, investigators, first responders, and community members who assisted during the search and recovery efforts. 

Lastly we would also like to thank our community members and media partners for being patient during this investigation and waiting for accurate and confirmed information from official sources.

At this time, no additional information is being released as the investigation remains active.
 

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Intersection at KY 323 will soon operate as a roundabout

ELIZABETHTOWN, Ky. (May, 22 2026) – Construction continues along US 68 in Green and Taylor Counties to improve safety and passing opportunities along the corridor. Within the next week, the signal at the KY 323 intersection on the Campbellsville end of the project will be removed and traffic will be converted into a small roundabout. An exact date is not available due to expected rain in the forecast. The initial roundabout size is temporary. The final roundabout traffic pattern will be larger. The smaller initial intersection footprint is required for work crews to remove poles and construct outer corners of the roundabout. Motorists should slow down upon approaching the intersection and anticipate this change.

Between Greensburg and Campbellsville, most of the asphalt base is down, but the final surface is yet to be applied. Final surfacing along the stretch is currently expected to take place mid-to-late summer. Shoulders are still being constructed through the corridor.

A reduced 45mph speed limit remains in effect. Motorists are encouraged to continue slowing down even further when they approach areas where crews are working. Short delays are still possible at various times with flaggers directing traffic around construction operations.

Overall, the US 68 project between Greensburg and Campbellsville is on schedule for a September 1st completion.

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Green County Election results...

Link to the totals on Secretary of State website:  Election Night Reporting

2026 Primary Election results from Taylor County...

Here's a link to Taylor County totals on the Secretary of State website...  Election Night Reporting

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