Obituaries
Andrew Thomas Brummett
Andrew Thomas Brummett was born September 4, 1996, and departed this life Tuesday, June 16, 2026, reaching the age of 29 years. He was the son of William Thomas and Alice (Bell) Brummett; both of […]
Month: June 2026
Obituaries
Loretta (Keith) Baker
Mrs. Loretta (Keith) Baker of Monticello, Kentucky passed away on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at the Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital of Somerset, Kentucky, having attained the age of 75 years and 7 months. She was […]
Local News
Strong Storms and Torrential Rains Possible this Afternoon
A line of strong storms moved across northern KY this morning producing gusty winds, frequent lightning, and torrential downpours. More storms are expected later this afternoon, with the primary risks being damaging winds and heavy […]
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Eubank Man Sentenced to 25 Years in Deadly Pulaski County Crash
Sheriff Bobby Jones announces that Ronald Rose, 47, of Eubank, was sentenced today in Pulaski Circuit Court to 25 years in prison following his guilty plea in connection with a fatal two-vehicle collision that occurred […]
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Life-threatening meat allergy caused by tick bites is on the rise. Here’s what you should know
(AP) — It’s common knowledge that ticks can spread infections that cause serious illnesses, including Lyme disease. Now health officials are trying to raise awareness of a lesser-known problem: a life-threatening allergy to meat triggered by tick bites. […]
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Sheriff Reports Four Arrests
Wayne County Sheriff Tim Catron reports the following arrests. Jacob Jones of Stearns, KY. was arrested on a Wayne County Circuit Court Indictment Warrant of Arrest for fleeing or evading Police-1st degree (motor vehicle), 3 […]
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Fire personnel gathered Tuesday night for our regularly scheduled meeting night.
Fire personnel gathered Tuesday night for our regularly scheduled meeting night. We checked and serviced equipment and apparatus and shared a meal together. #firefighters #monticelloky #EverydayGuardians #volunteerfirefighter #monticellofiredept #waynecountyky ( Posted on the Monticello Fire […]
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21st Century Students Participated in Cupcake Wars
Middle school students have participated in our version of Cupcake Wars. Each group had to plan with their own cupcake flavors and icing. Each was given the choice of a plain vanilla or chocolate cake […]
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Beyond Books Happening this Afternoon
We can’t wait to see you guys here today! Snacks Crafts Games Now all we need is YOU! Ages 9-12 only, please! We ask that anyone ages 0-8 play in the children’s area during this […]
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Father’s Day Picnic This Saturday
Saturday, the 20th, we want you to stop by and celebrate someone special in your life. Hang out and play lawn games, enjoy a free hotdog and chips on us, and enter our Dress like […]
Region News
Mother pleads guilty in moped crash that killed her 10-year-old daughter in Whitley County
(LEX NEWS) — Danisha Martin plead guilty to an amended charge of complicity to vehicular homicide Monday in Whitley Circuit Court in connection with a moped crash that killed her 10-year-old daughter in August 2024. […]
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Temporary Closure of US 127 in Russell County Next Week
Temporary Closure of US 127 in Russell County Next Week The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will temporarily close U.S. 127 across Wolf Creek Dam on Monday, June 22, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. […]