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River Setting, Arts Scene and Educational Appeal Attract Newcomers
When it comes to Paducah, people are sold.
With its majestic setting at the juncture of the Ohio and Tennessee rivers, a good quality of life, vibrant arts scene and excellent schools, locals and new residents make themselves right at home.
That’s been true since the first settlers came to what was then known as Pekin about 1815. Paducah’s convenient location was a draw then and now.
The Kentucky city has a rich past, and many of its historic buildings are being restored in the downtown and... Read More »
Strong Schools Challenge Paducah Students of All Ages
When the school bell rings in Paducah, students head for the classroom to get an A+ education – from kindergarten through high school and beyond.
Learning has been a priority in the city since 1864, when citizens created the independent Paducah Public Schools district. The district, with some 3,000 students, includes three elementary schools, a middle school and Paducah Tilghman High School. Tilghman began offering Advanced Placement courses in 1989 and has more than a dozen available.
The... Read More »
