Wildcats defeat Colgate 78-67, now 9-1 on season

Kentucky jumped out to a huge lead, then fell behind early in the second half, only to rally late and beat Colgate 78-67 on Wednesday night at Rupp Arena. All five UK starters scored in double figures in the contest, led by Koby Brea, who had 17. Otega Oweh and Amari Williams each had 15, […]

McDonalds donates to MPD “Shop With a Hero”

McDonald’s of Monticello delivered a check in the amount of $1,275.50 for the annual “Shop with a Hero” program! McDonald’s agreed to donate a percentage of their sales from this past Friday, December 6th to the program which will partner First-Responders with 40 local children for a free Christmas shopping spree on Thursday, December 19th […]

Construction Progressing on Fishing Creek Bridge in Pulaski County

 While progress continues on the Fishing Creek Bridge rehabilitation project on KY 80 in western Pulaski County, additional repair needs have been identified that could affect parts of its schedule. Since work began in October, crews have removed more than 60% of the existing bridge deck and are actively working on beam repairs as part […]

Light Snow Possible Today

…Two Shots At Light Snow Today… lingering rain will transition to snow just before and after sunrise this morning. This snow will then fall at a light to moderate rate for an hour or so before tapering off by mid morning. Most locations should receive one half inch or less of accumulation. These snow accumulations […]

Treasurer Metcalf Returns a Record-Shattering $34 Million to Kentuckians

FRANKFORT, Ky (December 10, 2024) – Kentucky State Treasurer Mark H. Metcalf proudly announces a record-shattering achievement: the Treasury has returned $34,048,369.20 to taxpayers in the first year of his administration. “This historic achievement underscores the Treasury’s dedication to putting taxpayer dollars back where they belong—in the pockets of hardworking Kentuckians,” said Treasurer Metcalf. “Every dollar returned represents […]

Samantha Davis

Samantha Davis, age 34, daughter of Chastity Spencer and the late Gary Davis, passed away Thursday, December 5, 2024, at Wayne County Hospital. In addition to her mother, she is survived by: 1 son, Nashville Carson Wayne Toothman 2 brothers, Keeton Davis and Seth Roberts 1 sister, Cheyenne Spencer The family will receive friends on […]

Kenneth Conley

Kenneth Conley, age 74, husband of Sheila Conley, passed away Monday, December 9, 2024, at Mountain Ridge Nursing Home. In addition to his wife, he is survived by: 2 children, Angie Phillips (David) and Jamie Conley (Emily) 1 brother, Danny Conley (Vickie) 3 grandchildren, Kendall, James Rex and Bryce The family will receive friends on […]

UK Women defeat Queens 87-45

Georgia Amoore scored 20 points and dished out four assists as No. 16 Kentucky cruised past Queens 87-45 on Monday night inside Historic Memorial Coliseum. Amelia Hassett, who eclipsed the 1,000-point mark for her career in the game, had a season-high 19 points for UK, while sophomore Clara Strack added 16 points. Teonni Key had […]

Monticello City Council holds lengthy meeting, covers several subjects

The Monticello City Council met last night for their regular December session with Mayor Kenny Catron presiding and members, Cody Dishman, Alan Hopper, Jamie Ragan and Alan Vaughn in attendance. Two subjects covered most of the two hour plus meeting, a forty minute executive session for personel at the beginning of the meeting, and a […]

Iconic McRib Sandwich Returning to McDonald’s

McRib fans, the wait is over. It’s coming back! The iconicsandwich is set to return to McDonald’s restaurants , for a limited time only.This is far from your typical comeback. For the first time ever, McDonald’s is giving fans an evenbigger way to celebrate the return of the McRib. McDonald’s is offering hardcore fans half-gallon […]