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Barnes Marine Service Invests In New Warehouse

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Barnes Marine Service Invests In New Warehouse

March 6, 2026

After close to 10 years in business, Barnes Marine Service has invested in a new warehouse at 1201 N. 6th St. in Paducah, Ky. The 16,600-square-foot facility represents a major… Read More

Forthcoming Video Series Profiles River Captains

February 24, 2020

Capt. Larry Barnes and his son were watching a television show about retired professional basketball players when he had an idea. Why not make a television show where… Read More

River Veteran Expands River Delivery Service Larry Barnes’ son, John, waves from the deck of the smaller of the two vessels Barnes Marine uses to deliver supplies to towboats on the Ohio, Lower Cumberland, Lower Tennessee and Mississippi rivers. (Photo by Capt. Larry Barnes)

Larry Barnes’ son, John, waves from the deck of the smaller of the two vessels Barnes Marine uses to deliver supplies to towboats on the Ohio, Lower Cumberland, Lower Tennessee and Mississippi rivers. (Photo by Capt. Larry Barnes)

River Veteran Expands River Delivery Service

October 11, 2019

Capt. Larry Barnes. After serving 30 years on the inland rivers, Capt. Larry Barnes had a sharp eye for opportunities on the water. Five years ago, after… Read More