(Sparta, Ky.) – Interstate 71 in Gallatin County had to be shut down Tuesday morning after a truck hauling cars caught fire.
The trailer of the truck went up in flames at about 7:00 a.m. near the Sparta/Kentucky Speedway exit.
Many of the Toyotas on the trailer were destroyed.
Firefighters said nobody was hurt.
I-71 was shut down for over an hour during the cleanup of the truck fire.
Franklin Co. Lilly Scholarship Winner Announced
The scholarship provides full tuition to an Indiana college or university.
Short-Term Closure Postponed on State Road 56
The closure was originally scheduled to begin December 19.
Hardcore Against Hunger Benefit Show Raises $500 for Local Food Bank
The benefit was led by an Indiana Statehouse candidate.
Ripley Co. Honors Veterans with Living Tributes on Wreaths Across America Day
Over 4,400 wreaths were placed at Veterans graves.
Student Entrepreneurs Pitch Big Ideas at 2025 D.I.C.E. Challenge
Nine teams from Lawrenceburg High School, Oldenburg Academy, and South Ripley High School competed.
DCF Board Member Selects River Valley Resources for Proactive Grant
The organization’s 15 volunteer board members select a charitable organization to donate to each holiday season.
Volunteer bell ringers needed for this 2025 holiday season.
Discover the science behind how snowflakes are formed and studied during this free family event at the Lawrenceburg Public Library's Ewbank Meeting Room.
at Lawrenceburg Public Library District
Come to the library and listen to some stories, sing songs, and do a fun craft!
at North Dearborn Branch LibraryThe scholarship provides full tuition to an Indiana college or university.
The closure was originally scheduled to begin December 19.
The benefit was led by an Indiana Statehouse candidate.
Report missing stats and scores to news@eaglecountryonline.com
Jake Meiners was the Cincinnati Bengals Coach of the Week during Week 5 of the high school season.
The 2025 EIAC Girls and Boys Soccer All-Conference Teams were released on Tuesday.
