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SOMERSET, KENTUCKY (July 1, 2022) — U.S. 27 South is more colorful this Fourth of July weekend with the completion of three water tank murals at the City of Somerset Water Plant, the second phase of a beautification project commissioned by the Somerset-Pulaski Economic Development Authority (SPEDA), Lake Cumberland Tourism and See Somerset Tourism.

Timothy Chad Wright, 50, of Somerset, entered his eternal life on Wednesday, June 29, 2022, at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital in Somerset. He was born at Lorain, Ohio, on December 24, 1971, a son of Pamela Lowe Wright (Gary Barton) of Maysville and the late Lonnie Wright Sr. Timothy attended...

A two-vehicle wreck on South Highway 127 Thursday morning sent a Russell Springs woman to the hospital, according to Russell Springs Police. The wreck occurred at around 6:39 a.m. Thursday when a 2003 Chevy Pickup operated by 25-year-old Tristan C. Adkins of Jamestown struck a 2012 Kia Sportage operated by 57-year-old Monica Burke of Russell Springs.

The Somerset Police Department and federal agencies have executed a major drug bust following a five-month investigation. According to Somerset police, the investigation resulted in the seizure of 30 pounds of methamphetamine, $30,000 in cash and multiple firearms. Police arrested 37-year-old Wesley A. Calhoun and Dennie A. Smith, both of...

A joint effort between local, state and federal law enforcement partners ended in what officers call “one of the largest drug seizures” in Somerset Police Department’s history. Officers announced the bust Wednesday morning following a five-month investigation. Two men, Wesley Aaron Calhoun and Dennie A. Smith, both of Somerset, were recently indicted in the case. As part of the investigation, officers from SPD, Kentucky State Police, the FBI and the DEA were able to collect 30 pounds of crystal meth, six handguns, two AR rifles and more than $30,000 in cash. Back in February 2022, officers recovered the first 10 grams of meth while serving a warrant at Smith’s home. Additional warrants for other locations led to Calhoun’s involvement in the case. The pair were finally arrested earlier this month. Calhoun and Smith were each charged with conspiracy to distribute 550 grams of meth and possession with intent to distribute and firearms charges.

Russell County Hospital CEO Scott Thompson discussed with the hospital’s board of directors this week the upcoming community lab draws after a hiatus due to COVID the past couple of years…. The hospital will be releasing more details in the coming weeks but the dates of August 1-12, excluding...

SOMERSET, Ky. (WKYT) - Two men are facing charges in connection with a big drug bust in Kentucky. According to the Somerset Police Department, the five-month investigation, which also involved federal agencies and Kentucky State Police, resulted in them confiscating 30 pounds of crystal meth, guns and $30,000 in cash.

The Independence Day holiday brings the closures of government offices around the county. Both the city halls in Russell Springs and Jamestown will be closed Monday, July 4th, as will the Russell County Courthouse and the Russell County Judicial Center. All will reopen on Tuesday at their regularly scheduled times.

Continental Refining Company (CRC) purchased a Russell Springs-based oil refinery in an effort to continue its expansion.

A collaboration involving Somerset Police Department and state and federal law enforcement partners has led to one of the largest drug seizures in Somerset police history.

The City's paving contractor intends to begin paving city streets on July 5th. Below is a list of streets slated for paving this Summer:. Stonehill Court (Goggin to the Dead End) Pine Street (Quisenberry to Beech) Bellinda Boulevard (Bypass to the Dead End) Old Lexington Road (Spot Repair) Old Lancaster...

Adonis Logan ’22 recently became Centre College’s first student to obtain the Entrepreneurial Mindset Certification (EMC2) from the College’s CentreWorks program. Earning the certification means that a student has gained substantial knowledge and practice in entrepreneurial competencies through their involvement with CentreWorks. Those engaged with the initiative can expect to learn about innovation process mastery, startup leadership, financial/investment acumen, communication and growth mindset through semester-long rotations. The program culminates with students presenting what they have learned throughout their four-year experience—though Logan was able to complete the certification within two.