(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.
I-74 Wrong-Way Driver Sentenced
The case stemmed from an August 17, 2025, incident on Interstate 74 in Dearborn County.
Ripley County Film Fest Returns June 3-6
This year’s festival will feature 13 original short films.
Lawrenceburg Tastes of Summer Set for June 20
Food trucks, carnival rides, live music and more!
Grand Opening Celebration Set for Batesville Bouldering Wall
The bouldering wall can be found at the Skatepark.
Gov. Braun Ceremonially Signs Bill Aimed to Protect Taxpayers
The new law protects taxpayers, calls for additional property tax relief.
Ross Foundation Awards Grant for Sacks of Snack Program
Provides children attending Dearborn County schools with bags of snacks and supplemental food.
Become stronger by participating in video-led chair exercise routines. Chosen videos will focus on helping to improve mobility, strengthen daily life functions,
at North Dearborn Library
Welcome to The Crafty Crew- a group for young adults ages 18 to 30 who want to hang out and craft! This session is a free craft.
at Lawrenceburg Public Library
Uncover fossils on a mock paleontological dinosaur dig.
at Greendale CabinThe case stemmed from an August 17, 2025, incident on Interstate 74 in Dearborn County.
This year’s festival will feature 13 original short films.
Food trucks, carnival rides, live music and more!
Girls Track and Field Regionals and Softball Sectional results.
The induction ceremony is set for June 12.
The IHSAA Softball State Tournament got underway.
