AREA CHRISTMAS LIGHTS DISPLAYS
The Beat invites you to take the family for a trip to one of the area Christmas lights displays. You’ll find them at Noble Park in Paducah, Mike Miller Park in Draffenville and Central Park in Murray. And as always,...
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Here’s How Holiday Shoppers Are Prepping for Cyber Monday
A survey of 2,000 U.S. adults finds that nearly 42% plan to skip Cyber Monday this year, and more than half (around 54%) won’t be rushing into in-store deals on Black Friday either. Why the...
Apple Announces Refreshed iPhones, Including a Slim New iPhone Air
Apple has unveiled its 2025 iPhone lineup, introducing the ultra-thin iPhone Air, the latest iPhone 17 models, and refreshed AirPods Pro 3 and Apple Watch Series 11. The iPhone Air, priced at $999, is...
High School Students Hit Historic Lows in Math & Reading
A new report from the Nation’s Report Card (NAEP) shows that 12th graders’ math and reading scores have fallen to their lowest levels in over two decades. Math scores are the weakest since 2005, while...
Big Blue Nation Found Here!
The Beat is a partner with the UK Sports Network! We are now a part of Big Blue Nation! UK Football and Basketball can be found here! Also, don’t miss all of the insider reports and...
Scammers Strike Again In McCracken County
The McCracken County Sheriff’s Office said scammers struck again Tuesday. According to a social media post, the caller will tell you they are a deputy with the Sheriff’s Office and that you have a...
Kevin Hart to Lead Stand-Up Comedy Competition Series at Netflix
Kevin Hart is launching a raw, eight-episode stand-up comedy competition on Netflix, premiering in 2026. The show aims to spotlight new comedic talent with a gritty look at the realities of a stand-up career—and...
Press Release From Mayor and City Of Paducah
City of Paducah Expresses Deep Sorrow Following August 8th Celebration Shooting The City of Paducah is heartbroken following the tragic events that occurred during our community’s celebration of August 8th. Early in the...
2025 Eighth of August Emancipation Celebration Events & Schedule
Pay tribute to Paducah’s African American heritage during the annual 8th of August Emancipation Celebration! African Americans in Paducah have traditionally observed this day in commemoration of their ancestors’ emancipation from slavery. As featured...
Sean “Diddy” Combs Files Motion to Overturn Convictions — Wants New Trial
Sean “Diddy” Combs’ legal team has filed a motion seeking to overturn his convictions or, be granted a new trial. Combs was convicted on two counts of transporting individuals for prostitution under the Mann...