(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.
Rising Sun HS Educator Receives Dual Credit President's Award
The award comes from Ivy Tech Community College Lawrenceburg/Batesville.
Harrison High School Dismisses Early After Faculty Member Suffers Medical Emergency
All evening events have been cancelled.
Multi-State Investigation Targets Organized Pharmacy Burglary Ring; Federal Indictments Issued
The investigation began in June 2025 following a burglary at George’s Pharmacy in Bright, Indiana.
South Dearborn Schools Receive Generous Donation from Superior Fire & Security LLC
The funding will be used to purchase and install window and door identifiers.
Ivy Tech Cyber Academy Teams Up with Muscatatuck to Train Defenders of Your Information
At the Indiana National Guard’s Muscatatuck Urban Training Center, more than soldiers are being trained.
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Join us for a Free, all-ages program where you'll create a biodegradable paper pot and plant wildflower seeds of your own.
at Ferry Boat Landing
Come to the library and listen to some stories, sing songs, and do a fun craft!
at North Dearborn Branch Library
Aurora Sons of the Legion Chicken Fry Dinner
at American Legion Post 231The award comes from Ivy Tech Community College Lawrenceburg/Batesville.
All evening events have been cancelled.
The investigation began in June 2025 following a burglary at George’s Pharmacy in Bright, Indiana.
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One local softball star tossed a no-hitter on Tuesday night.
Thomas More went 22-28 this season.
