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Casey County Man Drowns at Lake Cumberland

July 16, 2026 Eric Criswell

A Casey County man drowned Wednesday afternoon while swimming in a creek connected to Lake Cumberland. According to information released by the Russell County Coroner’s Office and local law enforcement, the victim—identified as 28‑year‑old Joshua […]

McCreary County Man Returned to Kentucky to Face Manslaughter Charge

July 16, 2026 Eric Criswell

A McCreary County man accused in the death of a Whitley City resident has been returned to Kentucky to face a manslaughter charge stemming from an April incident. Authorities say 60‑year‑old Gene Cooper of Whitley […]

Sheriff Reports Two Arrests

July 16, 2026 Eric Criswell

Wayne County Sheriff Tim Catron reports the following arrests. Kenneth Laws of Monticello, KY. was arrested on a Wayne County District Court Warrant of Arrest for failure to appear on the underlying charge […]

MPD Welcomes Back Officer Mike Neal

July 16, 2026 Kisha Jones

The Monticello Police Department would like to welcome back Officer Mike Neal! Officer Mike Neal was officially sworn in by Mayor Kenny Catron on July 15, 2026. Officer Neal returns to the Monticello Police Department […]

City Announces to All Businesses Make Sure Your Business License are Update

July 16, 2026 Kisha Jones

Please make sure you have renewed your city business license. All businesses located within the city limits, or those that do business with the City of Monticello, are required to maintain an active business license. […]

Reading and Book Signing Happening Today at the Library

July 16, 2026 Kisha Jones

We are so excited to see Renita at our library! Listen to her read her new book today at 9:30AM. ( Posted on the Wayne County Public Library Facebook Page)

WC School Board to Meet

July 16, 2026 Eric Criswell

The WC School Board is scheduled to meet this evening at 6:00 PM at the Wayne County Board of Education Building, the board plans to take action on several major operational and financial items. Among […]

Bell Elementary Announces Upcoming School Supply List

July 16, 2026 Kisha Jones

At Bell Elementary, our goal is to always do what’s best for our students. In past years, we have provided all school supplies for every student. While we will continue to make sure every child […]

Prevent Blood Shortages by Giving Blood at Upcoming Drive

July 16, 2026 Kisha Jones

Only you can prevent blood shortages, and that starts by donating blood at an upcoming Kentucky Blood Center blood drive in your community. Blood cannot be manufactured. That means the health of the blood supply […]

Wayne County Fiscal Court Recap

July 15, 2026 Eric Criswell

The Wayne County Fiscal Court met Tuesday and took care of July business. The Wayne County drug court program which is administered by the Circuit Court will have funding for the next two years as […]

Wayne County Middle School and ATC set orientation Dates

July 15, 2026 Eric Criswell

Wayne County ATC Orientation will be held on Thursday, August 6, from 1:00–7:00 PM. We look forward to welcoming our students and families as we prepare for another great year of learning, hands-on skills, and […]

Bell Elementary Offering Help with Online Registration Thursday

July 15, 2026 Eric Criswell

Bell Elementary is making it easier for families to complete Online Registration for the upcoming school year. Staff members will be available on Thursday, July 16, from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM to assist parents […]

Casey County Man Drowns at Lake Cumberland

McCreary County Man Returned to Kentucky to Face Manslaughter Charge

Sheriff Reports Two Arrests

MPD Welcomes Back Officer Mike Neal

City Announces to All Businesses Make Sure Your Business License are Update

Reading and Book Signing Happening Today at the Library

WC School Board to Meet

Bell Elementary Announces Upcoming School Supply List

Prevent Blood Shortages by Giving Blood at Upcoming Drive

Wayne County Fiscal Court Recap

Wayne County Middle School and ATC set orientation Dates

Bell Elementary Offering Help with Online Registration Thursday

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