City Will Hold Independence Day Celebration

City of Paducah Mayor Brandi Harless has provided an update on the City's Independence Day celebration. 

During Friday's COVID-19 update at the McCracken County Emergency Management Complex, Harless shared some of the City's latest initiatives, including an update on the City's Independence Day plans. 

Harless says the Parks & Recreation Department will be making an announcement on their plans for their Fourth of July celebration this week. She says they have been working hard to come up with a creative way to celebrate safely this year. 

According to Harless, the Chief of Police says residents are responding well to the restrictions placed upon retail businesses and restaurants. The Paducah Police Department hasn't received any reports of anyone violating the restrictions. 

She said, "That's really good news, that a lot of our businesses are taking that responsibility and helping to make sure that we are safe during this time." 

The Internal Economic Development team has indicated that the market house restaurants have received significant business even with the restrictions, and the restaurants are pleased with the expanded outdoor seating. Harless reminded everyone that their team is working with other restaurants and businesses that desire outdoor seating as well. 

They have also made plans to reopen City Hall to the public on June 15 based on the Healthy at Work guidelines. Harless says many modifications have been made and are continuing to be made so that City Hall can reopen to the public as safely as possible.

Also happening this week, food pantries will be moving to curb-side service.