Casey County Emergency Management

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 24, 2026

Missing Casey County Man Located

LIBERTY, KY – Casey County Emergency Management is pleased to announce that Marcus Benny Sheen, the 83-year-old Middleburg resident who was reported missing, has been located.

Mr. Sheen’s family has been notified and is making arrangements to pick him up.

Casey County Emergency Management would like to express its sincere appreciation to the Casey County Sheriff’s Office, Bluegrass 911, Kentucky Emergency Management, and all other agencies involved for their assistance, coordination, and cooperation throughout this incident.

We also extend our gratitude to the news media, community members, and everyone who shared information, remained alert, and helped spread awareness during the search.

The public and media outlets are asked to update any previously shared missing-person announcements to reflect that Mr. Sheen has been located.

Out of respect for Mr. Sheen and his family, no additional personal details are being released at this time.

✅ UPDATE: LOCATED – Marcus Benny Sheen has been located. The missing-person alert is no longer active. Thank you to everyone who assisted!
Final post @ 23:51 - 10/24/2026

✅ UPDATE – MISSING PERSON LOCATED
@23:34

Casey County Emergency Management has been notified that 83-year-old Marcus Benny Sheen has been located.

His family has been notified and is on their way to pick him up.

We sincerely appreciate everyone who shared the missing-person information, remained on the lookout, and assisted in efforts to locate Mr. Sheen.

We would also like to extend our appreciation to the Casey County Sheriff’s Office, Bluegrass 911, Kentucky Emergency Management, and all other agencies involved for their assistance and cooperation.

Thank you to everyone who helped spread the word and bring this search to a successful conclusion!

🚨 MISSING PERSON UPDATE – MARCUS BENNY SHEEN @ 20:22

We have received additional information from the family of 83-year-old Marcus Benny Sheen, who remains missing.

📍 LAST KNOWN AREA:

Mr. Sheen resides in the Middleburg community of Casey County, Kentucky.

👕 LAST KNOWN CLOTHING:

* Blue jeans
* Navy blue “America 250” shirt
* Brown Skechers shoes
* Silver watch

⚠️ IMPORTANT MEDICAL INFORMATION:

Family members have advised that Mr. Sheen is diabetic and experiences short-term memory loss. These medical concerns make locating him as quickly as possible especially important.

🚙 VEHICLE INFORMATION:

* Silver 2021 Ford Ranger
* Kentucky License Plate: BXS-391

📍 KNOWN TRAVEL AREAS:

Mr. Sheen is known to travel to several surrounding communities, including Yosemite, Middleburg, Houstonville, Somerset, and Lawrenceburg, Kentucky.

Family members have contacted friends and relatives at several of his usual destinations, but no sightings have been reported through those contacts.

These are locations he has visited in the past and should not be considered confirmed sightings.

📞 ANYONE WITH INFORMATION IS ASKED TO CONTACT:

Bluegrass 911 Dispatch
(606) 787-9411

We encourage everyone throughout Casey County and the surrounding region to remain alert for Mr. Sheen and his vehicle.

This post will continue to be updated as additional information becomes available.

Please continue sharing to help bring Mr. Sheen home safely.

🚨 MISSING PERSON – PLEASE SHARE 🚨

Casey County Emergency Management is asking the public to be on the lookout for Marcus Benny Sheen, an 83-year-old male, who has been reported missing by his family.

According to his daughter, Mr. Sheen’s wife left home at approximately 9:00 a.m. When she returned around 11:00 a.m., both Mr. Sheen and his vehicle were gone. He has not returned home, and his family is concerned for his safety.

🚙 VEHICLE INFORMATION:

* Make/Model: 2021 Ford Ranger
* Color: Silver
* License Plate: Kentucky BXS-391

📞 ANYONE WITH INFORMATION IS ASKED TO CONTACT:

Bluegrass 911 Dispatch
(606) 787-9411

If you have seen Mr. Sheen or his vehicle, please provide the location, approximate time, and direction of travel, if known.

We encourage everyone in Casey County and surrounding areas to be on the lookout.

⚠️ This post will be updated as additional information is gathered and verified.

Please share to help spread the word and assist in locating Mr. Sheen safely.

� MISSING PERSON – PLEASE SHARE �

Casey County Emergency Management is asking the public to be on the lookout for Marcus Benny Sheen, an 83-year-old male, who has been reported missing by his family.

According to his daughter, Mr. Sheen’s wife left home at approximately 9:00 a.m. When she returned around 11:00 a.m., both Mr. Sheen and his vehicle were gone. He has not returned home, and his family is concerned for his safety.

� VEHICLE INFORMATION:

* Make/Model: 2021 Ford Ranger
* Color: Silver
* License Plate: Kentucky BXS-391

� ANYONE WITH INFORMATION IS ASKED TO CONTACT:

Bluegrass 911 Dispatch
(606) 787-9411

If you have seen Mr. Sheen or his vehicle, please provide the location, approximate time, and direction of travel, if known.

We encourage everyone in Casey County and surrounding areas to be on the lookout.

� This post will be updated as additional information is gathered and verified.

Please share to help spread the word and assist in locating Mr. Sheen safely.

Announcement;

The Liberty Fire Dept. has received notification that the ISO rating for the City of Liberty will drop from ISO Class 4 to ISO Class 3 effective February 1st. 2027.
During The Liberty Fire Dept’s. Operational assessment, a rating assessment conducted by staff from Verisk Analytics who collects and evaluates data for ISO (Insurance Service Office), using information from communities on their Fire Suppression Capabilities, and evaluating many components of recognized standards of the National Fire Protection Association evaluated many components including;
Fire Department assessment; including SOP, s, Equipment, Staffing, Staff Training, Operational Response Data and Community Risk Reduction.
Water Supply; including inspection and flow testing of hydrants and available reserve water supply in the in the water system available for Fire Suppression Activities.
Needed Fire Flows; which are representative of Building locations use to determine the theoretical amount of water needed for fire suppression
Emergency Communications; including Emergency Communications, Telecommunicators and Dispatch Systems.
Divergence (Community Risk Reduction); Fire Prevention, Facility Inspections, Public Fire Safety Education.

The Liberty Fire Dept. would like to thank Its Fire Dept. Personnel, City of Liberty Staff and Utilities Personnel who assisted in making the new ISO rating possible.

The Citizens/Property owners in the boundaries of City of Liberty might see a reduction in Insurance Premiums because of this new ISO rating and are strongly encouraged to reach out to their Insurance Agents to see what their savings might be once the new rating takes effect.

A LITTLE DRIP CAN ADD UP TO A LOT OF WASTED WATER

With the continued dry conditions across Casey County, water conservation remains extremely important. One simple way everyone can help is by checking for and repairing water leaks.

As the graphic shows, a faucet dripping just once every half-second can waste approximately 340 gallons of water in a single month!

Now imagine how much water could be wasted from leaking faucets, hydrants, and other plumbing fixtures throughout our county.

Take a few minutes to check around your home, business, or farm.

💧 Household faucets: Check sinks, showers, and outdoor faucets for dripping or running water.

💧 Farm and yard hydrants: Make sure they shut off completely and aren’t leaking, even when not being used.

💧 Livestock watering tanks and troughs: Check float valves, connections, and overflow areas. A malfunctioning float valve can allow water to run continuously without anyone noticing.

💧 Water lines and connections: Look for wet spots or unexplained standing water that could indicate a leak. Due to the dry conditions, we’ve had this should be easy to spot. 

A small leak might not seem like much, but multiply that by hundreds of homes, businesses, and farms, and the amount of wasted water can become significant.

Every gallon saved helps. Taking care of these small issues is one way we can all contribute to conserving our community’s water supply.

Thank you for doing your part, Casey County!

CASEY COUNTY — LET’S SHAKEOUT!

Thursday, October 15, 2026 | 10:15 AM

Casey County Emergency Management, along with the Casey County School System, will be participating in the 2026 Great Central U.S. ShakeOut, an annual earthquake preparedness drill.

We would like to encourage all households, businesses, daycare centers, healthcare facilities, and other organizations throughout Casey County to join us in participating!

Earthquakes can occur with little or no warning, and knowing how to respond can help prevent injuries and save lives. Although earthquakes may not be something we think about every day, preparedness is important for everyone.

At 10:15 AM on Thursday, October 15, take a few minutes to practice three important safety actions:

DROP — Get down on your hands and knees.

COVER — Protect your head and neck under a sturdy desk or table if possible.

HOLD ON — Stay in position until the shaking stops.

This is also a great opportunity for families to discuss earthquake safety at home. Talk with your children about what to do if an earthquake occurs, identify safe places in each room, and discuss how your family would communicate and reconnect following an emergency.

This simple drill can be conducted at home, in the workplace, at daycare centers, or in healthcare facilities. The exercise can be adapted to different environments and individual abilities.

We encourage everyone throughout Casey County to take part. Whether you’re at home, school, or work, taking a few minutes to practice can make a difference.

Preparedness starts with knowing what to do. A few minutes of practice today can make a difference when an emergency occurs.

Learn more and register your participation at:

https://www.shakeout.org/centralus/

Casey County Emergency Management

CASEY COUNTY WATER SITUATION UPDATE

Casey County remains in a serious water shortage, and continued water conservation is extremely important.

Current Water Conditions:

* Lake Liberty is 17.8 feet below full pool.
* Approximately 390,000 gallons per day are being pumped from the Green River.
* Approximately 1.2 to 1.3 million gallons per day are being drawn from Lake Liberty for the water treatment plant.

While rainfall is expected across the area this weekend, the anticipated amounts are minimal compared to what is needed to see significant recovery in Lake Liberty. Any rainfall is certainly welcome, but this situation will require much more than one weekend of rain.

Water conservation remains critical.

Please continue to be mindful of your water usage and eliminate unnecessary consumption whenever possible.

It’s easy to become discouraged when others may not be taking conservation seriously. However, regardless of what others choose to do, your efforts still matter. Every gallon saved makes a difference.

Recovery will take time, significant rainfall, and a continued community-wide commitment to conserving water.

Thank you to everyone who continues to do their part.

Casey County Emergency Management

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BOIL WATER ADVISORY – CITY OF LIBERTY & CASEY COUNTY

8/10/2026

A boil water advisory is in effect for customers of the City of Liberty Water Department and East Casey County Water District until further notice.

The following areas served by East Casey County Water District are EXEMPT from this advisory:

* Dunnville
* South Fork Creek
* Windsor
* Dry Creek
* Clementsville
* Pellyton
* Thomas Ridge

Residents in affected areas should:

* Bring water to a rolling boil for at least 3 minutes before drinking or using it for food preparation.
* Use boiled or bottled water for drinking, cooking, brushing teeth, and making ice.
* Allow boiled water to cool before use.

If you are unsure whether your home or business is affected by this advisory, please contact your water provider directly for clarification.

The advisory will remain in effect until an official notice is issued lifting it.

Please share this information to help keep our community informed.

A reminder of the Outdoor Warning Siren test which is held the first Wednesday of each month at 12 noon.