Local News

Acclaimed singer-songwriter Kevin Denney continues his return to his bluegrass roots with the release of “Stone Blind Love” on Turnberry Records.   For Denney, the new song represents more than another bluegrass release, it is […]

Wayne County Sheriff Tim Catron reports the following arrests. Chad Eric Sexton of Monticello, KY was arrested for leaving scene of accident-failure to render aid or assistance, operating motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol […]

A boil water advisory has been issued for all customers beginning at the intersection of Hwy 1765 & Circle Dr to the lake along the right side of the road & all side roads. Until […]

The Monticello Tourist Commission will convene today at 4:30 p.m. at the Chamber of Commerce office for its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes routine business such as approval of prior minutes and the presentation […]

The 2nd Annual 4-H Country Ham Breakfast and Auction is coming up this Thursday morning, September 17, at the National Guard Armory. Doors open at 8:30 a.m., and tickets are just $10 at the door, […]

Calling all local businesses!!! We are looking for volunteers who would be interested in setting up as a trick-or-treat provider at our Adults Only Halloween Party! We’ll provide you the table; you provide the candy […]

Wayne County picked up a win Friday evening for homecoming with a 28-15 win over Madison Southern. . The Cardinals pushed their record up to 2-2 with the victory, which was their third straight at […]

Happy Patriot Day from the Monticello Fire Department. We will never forget. We would like to shout out three of our volunteers for their participation in the 9.11 Lexington Stair Climb at Kroger Field to […]

Run Report 9-12-26 Firefighters responded to a one vehicle rollover accident on Furnace Mountain Road. Firefighters assisted in road cleanup and traffic control. (posted on the Monticello Fire Department Facebook Page)