Frederick Leon Ward
Fredrick Leon Ward of Monticello, Kentucky, formerly of Indiana passed away on Wednesday, January 08, 2025, having attained the age of 87 years, 7 months, and 27 days. He was born on Wednesday, May 12, 1937, in New Lisbon, Indiana, the son of Conwell & Florence E. (Lamberson) Ward. He was of the Baptist Faith, […]
Kentucky Rebounds with Explosive Offense, Downs Mississippi State
Following a humbling defeat against Georgia, the No. 6 Kentucky Wildcats roared back to life with a 95-90 victory over No. 14 Mississippi State. Fueled by a barrage of three-pointers (16-of-32) and a decisive advantage on the boards, the Cats showcased a balanced offensive attack in their triumph at Humphrey Coliseum. Six Kentucky players reached […]
Fire at Foothills Meats in Monticello
A local business suffered heavy structural damage in a fire Saturday evening. Monticello Fire says they got the call at 6:37 PM at Foothills Country Meats, located at 4375 West HWY 90. Susie Fire was also called to provide mutual aid to Monticello Fire, along with numerous other local first responder agencies. Firefighters were on […]
WC Fiscal Court Meets
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NWS Update As Of 6 PM Friday
While dry air did cut into our afternoon snow totals, most of this event’s accumulation in East Kentucky will happen later this evening/tonight. Some heavier bands may move into the region and locally enhance totals, especially south of the Hal Rogers Parkway.
NWS Weather Update as of 8AM Friday
Winter Storm Warning through Saturday 10 AM ET Today: Snow, mainly after 11am. High near 32. Light and variable wind. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Total daytime snow accumulation of 2 to 4 inches possible. Tonight: Snow, mainly before 11pm, then scattered flurries after 1am. Low around 25. Calm wind becoming west around 6 mph after midnight. […]
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UK Women now 3-0 in SEC After Defeating Florida
Georgia Amoore scored 18 points and the 15th-ranked Kentucky women’s basketball team beat Florida 71-55 on Thursday at Exactech Arena in Gainesville. Dazia Lawrence had 14 points for the Cats, while Clara Strack had 12 points and eight rebounds. Kentucky (14-1, 3-0 Southeastern Conference) returns to action on Sunday, hosting Auburn at Historic Memorial Coliseum. […]
WC Board Meets In Special Session
The Wayne County School Board of Education met in special session tonight with holdover members, Jerrod Criswell, Joe Hancock, and Benton Sloan, and new members Richard Ramsey and Tony Roberts. Most of the just over hour meeting was spent in executive session discussing the Superintendent’s evaluation, with no action taken following a return to regular […]
KYTC District 8 Crews Ready For Next Snow Event
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) District 8 crews are gearing up for another round of winter weather expected to impact the region Friday. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a winter storm warning for District 8, forecasting 4 to 6 inches of snow starting Friday and continuing into Saturday. Crews from all counties within […]