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Kentucky Man Faces Charges Over Controversial Halloween Display

10/9/2025

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Stephan Marcum, 58, of Stanton, Kentucky, created a Halloween display with faux bodies of local officials.
Authorities say the display was threatening, visible to neighbors in Stanton, labeled District Judge and Mayor.
Powell County Judge/Executive Eddie Barnes said Marcum isn't a threat; he faces intimidating a witness and terroristic-threats charges, and the arraignment was delayed after a zoning-related judge recusal.

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Story summary

Stephan Marcum, 58, of Stanton, Kentucky, created a Halloween display with faux bodies of local officials.
Authorities say the display was threatening, visible to neighbors in Stanton, labeled District Judge and Mayor.
Powell County Judge/Executive Eddie Barnes said Marcum isn't a threat; he faces intimidating a witness and terroristic-threats charges, and the arraignment was delayed after a zoning-related judge recusal.