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Shooting Incident Led to Wayne County Man Being Arrested

July 6, 2026 Kisha Jones

According to Wayne County Sheriff Tim Catron a Wayne County man has been arrested following a shooting incident occurring on July 3, 2026. At approximately 1:30 pm, on that date Wayne County 911 Dispatch […]

Two-Vehicle Injury Collision Results in DUI Arrest

July 6, 2026 Eric Criswell

The Monticello Police Department responded to a two-vehicle injury collision on Highway 3106 (Old 90). Upon arrival, Major Smith conducted an on-scene investigation and observed multiple indicators that one of the drivers was operating a […]

Newest Monticello Police Officer is Sworn In

July 6, 2026 Eric Criswell

The Monticello Police Department is proud to welcome Officer Valis Smedley to our team. Officer Smedley was officially sworn in by Mayor Kenny Catron. Prior to joining the Monticello Police Department, he served with the […]

Large Electrical Outage Reported Sunday

July 6, 2026 Eric Criswell

South KY Recc reported a major electrical outage in Monticello. RECC Crews were dispatched to the Homestead circuit as 1545 members were without power. The outage was due to transmission issues with three circuits; crews […]

Adults need to stay with children when they are in or around water

July 6, 2026 Kisha Jones

Adults need to stay with children when they are in or around water. Do not read, use a cell phone or leave children to go someplace else. ( posted on the Monticello Fire Department Facebook […]

Take a look at what’s coming up this week at the library!

July 6, 2026 Kisha Jones

We hope you all had an amazing holiday weekend! Take a look at what’s coming up this week at the library!

Library Staff Hosting Camp Stuffie Day

July 6, 2026 Kisha Jones

TODAY: Join us for Camp Stuffie, a day camp full of campfire stories, camp activities, snacks, a bear hunt, and more! Bring yourself and a stuffed animal to enjoy the day with, then leave your […]

Wayne County has lowest average gas price heading into the 4th

July 2, 2026 Eric Criswell

Heading into the three day July 4th weekend Wayne County has the lowest gas price average here in the immediate area. According to Triple A Thursday morning the Kentucky average is $3.46. Wayne County – […]

Extreme Heat Warning Continues

July 2, 2026 Eric Criswell

…EXTREME HEAT WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT FRIDAY… * WHAT…Dangerously hot conditions will continue for several consecutive days with afternoon heat index values exceeding 105 degrees and only limited relief at night. […]

Final Three Days of the WC Fair

July 2, 2026 Eric Criswell

The Wayne County Fair is in it’s final three days with big events planned for each to be capped off with fireworks Saturday night! Thursday, July 2 – Special Needs Day; Demo Derby; Carnival Friday, […]

Kentucky game wardens focus on boater safety over July 4 holiday weekend

July 2, 2026 Kisha Jones

The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources will step up patrols on Kentucky’s waterways during the upcoming Independence Day weekend, working to ensure everyone enjoys a safe and responsible boating experience. The increased patrols […]

4th of July Closings

July 2, 2026 Eric Criswell

Multiple agencies will be getting a three day weekend for Independence Day. Closing for Frday include; WC Courthouse Monticello City Hall Monticello Utility Commission – however garbage pickup will run as scheduled WC Justice Center […]

Shooting Incident Led to Wayne County Man Being Arrested

Two-Vehicle Injury Collision Results in DUI Arrest

Newest Monticello Police Officer is Sworn In

Large Electrical Outage Reported Sunday

Adults need to stay with children when they are in or around water

Take a look at what’s coming up this week at the library!

Library Staff Hosting Camp Stuffie Day

Wayne County has lowest average gas price heading into the 4th

Extreme Heat Warning Continues

Final Three Days of the WC Fair

Kentucky game wardens focus on boater safety over July 4 holiday weekend

4th of July Closings

Betty Jean Morris

Russell Coy Alley

Velma Ruth Gossage

Wilburn “Oral” Catron

Danny Kay Sexton