Residents along Tennessee, Kentucky border still struggle with fallout from heavy rains

Residents along Tennessee, Kentucky border still struggle with fallout from heavy rains

OAK GROVE, Ky. (WKRN) — Some residents along Tennessee's border with Kentucky are still struggling with the effects of heavy rainfall in the area. Several rounds of severe weather flooded neighborhoods near Clarksville and other communities near the state's northern border. It's left residents struggling to get their children to school on time and put food on the table. Montgomery County approves $500K in emergency funding for flood-damaged…

Water recedes at Smothers Park after week-long flooding

OWENSBORO, Ky. (WEHT) -- In Owensboro, people are finally able to see the pavement at Smothers Park as floodwaters have started to recede. Officials say they've begun the shift from response to recovery efforts. The Ohio River has completely receded from the park and Veterans Boulevard. It dropped more than five feet since the river crested on Friday. Left behind are layers of mud and dirt and debris and the sandbags that were put in for protect…

Cleanup begins downtown Owensboro following flood

Crews are hard at work clearing debris and restoring downtown after recent flooding. Veterans Boulevard, the Lazy Dayz Playground, and Smothers Park east of the concession stand are expected to reopen today. Other areas, including the Riverwalk, fountains, and Overlook, will reopen later as work continues. Continue reading Video: Cleanup begins downtown Owensboro following flood at The Owensboro Times.