Electric vehicle charging stations are a topic of conversation nationwide and locally. Kentucky already produces several parts for EVs, such as motors and battery components.
Paducah Cooperative Ministry has seen an uptick in people asking for help to pay their utility bills. The organization is also giving out free fans to people in need.
Joseph Anderson, the executive director of Paducah s Housing Authority, said repairing the building and electrical equipment is difficult because of the scarcity of necessary parts.