July 2026 – Page 23 – Z93 Country

Recent Kentucky rainfall giving plants a boost, expert says

July 16, 2026 Kisha Jones

(WKYT) – Parts of Kentucky have received more than 5 inches of rainfall since the beginning of July, and while the wet weather has caused flooding in some areas, a local plant expert says it […]

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 […]

Tennis Court at Park Getting a Uplift

July 15, 2026 Kisha Jones

Shane and crew are hard at work, sealing the Tennis Court at the Monticello-Wayne County Memorial Park! ( posted on the City of Monticello, Kentucky Facebook Page)

Never swim near a boat, marina, or boat launch

July 15, 2026 Kisha Jones

Never swim near a boat, marina, or boat launch. Shared on the Monticello Fire Department Facebook Page)

Youth League Football Signs Happening Next Week

July 15, 2026 Kisha Jones

Can not wait to get this year started! Sign-ups will be at the ticket booth at the football field!

Wednesday Weather

July 15, 2026 Eric Criswell

Today Mostly sunny, with a high near 89. Heat index values as high as 96. Calm wind becoming west northwest around 5 mph. Tonight Mostly clear, with a low around 67. Calm wind. Thursday A […]

Laurel County Sheriff’s Office arrest one in connection with stabbing

July 15, 2026 Kisha Jones

(WKYT) – One man has been arrested in relation to the July 12 stabbing. PREVIOUS STORY: Laurel County Sheriff’s Office identifies 3 people wanted in connection with stabbing Deputies arrested 19-year-old Joseph Middleton July 13. […]

Kentucky Agricultural Finance Corp. approves more than $1.4 million in loans

July 15, 2026 Kisha Jones

The Kentucky Agricultural Finance Corp. (KAFC) approved eight agricultural loans totaling $1,483,476 for projects across the Commonwealth at its monthly board meeting. Beginning Farmer Loan Program (BFLP) Seven Beginning Farmer loans totaling up to […]

Lane closed on highway in Lincoln County for road work

July 15, 2026 Kisha Jones

(WKYT) – The area of U.S. 127 that runs through Lincoln County is reduced to one lane for guardrail replacement. The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet says work is taking place on northbound U.S. 127 between Carl […]

House passes bill to make Daylight Saving Time permanent

July 15, 2026 Kisha Jones

( Lex 18) The US House voted Tuesday to pass a measure to enact year-round Daylight Saving Time across the country, springing Congress forward into an issue that has long stumped lawmakers and spurred […]