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The Wayne County Health Department is offering a free four-session “Healthy Living with Diabetes” educational program designed to help participants better manage diabetes, make healthier food choices, and become more physically active. The sessions will […]

9-26-2026 – Tommy New was arrested and charged with Assault 4th Degree (Domestic Violence) and also served with a Wayne County District Complaint Warrant for the charge of Assault 4th Degree by Major Smith and […]

As the fall respiratory illness season gets underway, public health officials across Kentucky are urging residents to prioritize getting their annual influenza vaccinations. Health departments and medical providers emphasize that getting vaccinated early—ideally before the […]

The Monticello Utility Commission will hold their regular monthly meeting at 4pm Thursday at the office on Main Street.    The WC Fiscal court meeting for Thursday evening was rescheduled for this coming Tuesday the 13th […]

More than 122,000 cases of Gatorade have been recalled nationwide, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The recall covers 28‑ounce bottles of Lemon Lime, Lemon Lime Zero, Orange, and Orange Zero flavors. Officials […]

Voter registration numbers in Wayne County experienced a modest increase between August and September 2026, according to official registration statistics released by the Kentucky State Board of Elections. Total registered voters in the county rose […]

State health authorities report that an ongoing viral outbreak continues to impact communities across the Commonwealth, with cumulative totals rising to 94 confirmed cases. Medical professionals emphasize that the vast majority of individuals contracting the […]

Reminder- DAV Chapter 105 will have our monthly meeting on Monday, October 5th at the Senior Citizens Center in Monticello. Refreshments will be at 6:00 pm and meeting will begin at 6:30 pm. If you […]

Run Report 10-4-26 Firefighters responded to a vehicle fire on Spring Drive. The vehicle sustained major damage due to the fire. Firefighters responded to a one vehicle accident at the Gap of the Ridge.