(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.
YES Home Announces Historic Expansion Funded by Community Partners
The expansion will double the ability to care for youth and add 10 jobs to the local economy
Raw Sewage Discharge Affecting Area Rivers Has Been Resolved
The issue arose following severe storms and flooding last month.
FEMA Approves $2.1M to Hoosiers within First Week of Major Disaster Declaration
The deadline to apply for FEMA’s individual assistance is Oct. 25, 2026.
Friendship Volunteer Fire Department Mourns Loss of Former Member
Kenneth Thomas passed away on Monday, one day before his 86th birthday.
GoFundMe Launched for Local Mom Diagnosed Breast Cancer
A Meal Train has also been set up.
Rep. Houchin Bills to Protect Children Online, Combat Scams Advance Subcommittee Markup
See how the bills will help if they become law.
Come to the library and enjoy story time with Ms. Olivia!
Our Dolly Parton stand-up is making her rounds to participating local businesses all summer long! Send in your selfie with Dolly for a chance to win!
Children and caregivers can drop in from 11 a.m. to noon to explore, learn, and connect through play
at Lawrenceburg LibraryThe expansion will double the ability to care for youth and add 10 jobs to the local economy
The issue arose following severe storms and flooding last month.
The deadline to apply for FEMA’s individual assistance is Oct. 25, 2026.
Alexis Mangold put together an incredible nine-hole round on Tuesday night.
Report missing stats and scores to news@eaglecountryonline.com
Langferman had a big game in a narrow loss to Batesville
