(WKYT) – Four years after a southern Kentucky man disappeared, investigators say they believe they are close to possibly solving the case and bringing a family answer. Ricky Griffis left his home in Wayne County […]

The squad was paged Friday night for a couple of kayakers who hiked up a water fall at Lake Cumberland and became stuck on a roughly 60-70 foot bluff. The team was able to utilize […]

Monticello Firefighters & other first responders were called to the scene of an accident in which a car and motorcycle collided on Old Highway 90 Sunday afternoon. One male patient was transported by Wayne County […]

Sandy Roberts of Monticello, KY. was arrested for public intoxication-controlled substance (excludes alcohol), possession of drug paraphernalia, and possession of a controlled substance-1st degree (methamphetamine). Shelia Hardwick of Monticello, KY. was arrested for alcohol intoxication […]

During our recent In-Stitches Quilt Class, participants worked on the Ole Red, White, & Blue Vintage Charm Quilt. Class members enjoyed learning new quilting techniques while working on this beautiful patriotic design, while others worked […]

It’s the last week of Summer Reading 2026, and we’ve got some awesome programs this week to send off Summer! (posted on the Wayne County Public Library )

Date: 7/27/26 Time: 11:00 am A boil water advisory has been issued for all customers from the intersection of Hwy 1756 & Delbert Gregory Rd to the end of Hwy 1756, including all side roads. […]

AGENDA Monticello-Wayne Co Parks and Recreation Board July 28, 2026 5:00 pm Aspire Center 1) Call to Order 2) Roll Call 3) Approval of Minutes – June 23, 2026 4) Director’s Report 5) Old Business […]

Nominations are now being accepted for our 2026 Hometown Hero! A Hometown Hero is someone whose story reflects the very best of our community. Whether through years of service, acts of kindness, dedication to helping […]

The 10th annual event is scheduled with full details to be announced soon.