(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.
Dearborn Community Foundation Helped Bright 'Rock the Block' with $1,000 Grant
Each DCF Board member is recommending a proactive grant of $1,000 throughout 2026 to charitable organizations
Secretary of State Reminds Eligible Hoosiers to Prepare to Vote
Election Day is a week away, and early in-person voting opportunities are still available
VeriFee and Sunrise Children's Services Launch "Reduce for a Cause" in Kentucky
Kentucky businesses can review their card processing fees at no upfront cost. When they save, VeriFee makes a gift to Sunrise.
Salvation Army Seeking Bell Ringers
Locally, there are several locations that need volunteers.
Vevay Painter Auctions Piece to Support Jeff-Craig Fire Department
Funds raised were used to purchase life-saving equipment.
Plan Commission Holds Work Session on Solar Farm Rules
Two different citizen-led proposals have been submitted. One was at the forefront of discussions on Monday.
Reserve your Imagination Library Wall Calendar to Help Dolly's Legacy of Literacy Live On!
Join us on Tuesday evenings from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. for 5th Edition Dungeons and Dragons.
at Lawrenceburg LibraryEach DCF Board member is recommending a proactive grant of $1,000 throughout 2026 to charitable organizations
Election Day is a week away, and early in-person voting opportunities are still available
Kentucky businesses can review their card processing fees at no upfront cost. When they save, VeriFee makes a gift to Sunrise.
Several area teams will look to keep their seasons alive this Friday in the semifinal round.
See more results from the Cross Country Regionals.
Next up is a Semi-State Semifinal matchup with a top team from Indianapolis.
