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Warrant reveals new details in Monticello football game strangulation case

After an East Bernstadt woman was arrested for allegedly strangling a Monticello student-athlete during a football game, newly filed court documents have unveiled disturbing new details in the case.

Monticello, KY · 1d

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Monticello, Wayne County Receive Opportunity Zone 2.0 Designation

Monticello and Wayne County have received approval for two Opportunity Zone 2.0 census tracts, a designation expected to create new opportunities for investment, business growth and economic development across the community. The project began in 2025 as city and county leaders worked together to secure the designation. Official approval was...

Monticello, KY · 2d

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This Overlooked Kentucky Town Lets You Live Like Royalty For Just $1,300 A Month

Most royalty throughout history had to conquer something to live well, but Somerset, Kentucky has a much simpler arrangement. You just show up, pay around $1,300 a month, and the good life is yours. That figure covers the essentials of daily existence in Somerset, including housing, groceries, utilities, and the...

Somerset, KY · 1d

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Clinton County Inmate Captured Less Than 15 Minutes After Escape

An inmate who escaped from the Clinton County Jail Tuesday afternoon was back in custody less than 15 minutes later. Jacob Morgan escaped around 1:45 p.m. and was apprehended by Albany Police officers a short time later. Morgan was returned to the jail and faces additional charges of second-degree escape...

Clinton County, KY · 2d

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Screening for Christmas movie filmed in Pulaski County sells out

SOMERSET, Ky. (WKYT) - A Christmas movie filmed in Pulaski County sold out a local screening at an event venue in Somerset. “Christmas at Moose Lake” will screen at The Virginia on Saturday, Nov. 14, at 7 p.m. The movie follows a New York-based professional, Alyssa, who returns to her family’s lake house following a breakup.

Pulaski County, KY · 1d

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Police pursuit crosses from Tennessee into Clinton County

CLINTON COUNTY, Ky. – Multiple illegal drugs were recovered after authorities say a reported vehicle pursuit crossed from Tennessee into Kentucky on Tuesday. According to the Pickett County Sheriff’s Office, on Tuesday, officers with the Livingston Police Department attempted a traffic stop on a vehicle for a window tint violation.

Pickett County, TN · 1d

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Injured 17-Year-Old Airlifted Following Russell County Rescue

A 17-year-old boy was airlifted for medical treatment Tuesday afternoon after suffering a serious leg injury in a remote area of Greasy Creek south of Jamestown. According to Russell County Search and Rescue, crews were dispatched around 2:30 p.m. and located the teenager approximately one mile from the nearest access point. The area is typically underwater when the lake is at summer pool.

Russell County, KY · 2d

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Strong Russell County Support Helps Bradshaw Secure Judicial Victory

Athena Cooper Bradshaw won the race for District Judge in the 40th Judicial District, Division Two, according to unofficial results from Russell, Wayne and Clinton counties. Bradshaw received a combined 7,991 votes, compared with 3,754 for Tom Simmons—a margin of 4,237 votes. Bradshaw carried all three counties. Her largest...

Russell County, KY · 2d

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Kentucky opens two wildlife management areas totaling 1,337 acres

The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources opened two wildlife management areas Wednesday, Nov. 4, adding 1,337 acres in eastern and southern Kentucky. Crow Creek in Clinton and Cumberland counties and Muddygut near Lowmansville offers deer, turkey and small game hunting, according to the department. Hunting at both properties...

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Pulaski Co. woman sentenced to federal prison after selling large amount of meth to informant

A Pulaski County woman has been sentenced to federal prison after selling a large amount of methamphetamine to an informant. Tiffany Helton, 43, of Somerset, was sentenced to seven-and-a-half years in prison after selling two ounces of methamphetamine in Pulaski County to an informant. The informant bought the drugs at Helton’s residence on three occasions, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Kentucky.

Pulaski County, KY · 2d

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RECC Announces Schedule System Maintenances

IMPORTANT NOTICE – SCHEDULED SYSTEM MAINTENANCE. As we prepare for our move to our new Somerset headquarters, South Kentucky RECC will be conducting scheduled system maintenance beginning Friday, November 6, at approximately 5 pm ET. During this time, several services will be temporarily unavailable, including:. 🔵Payments: SmartHub, payment kiosks...

Somerset, KY · 17h

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Greasy Creek Bridge on 127 Bypass to be Temporarily Closed Tuesday Night

The bridge over Greasy Creek on U.S. 127 Bypass just south of Jamestown will be temporarily closed Tuesday night, Nov. 10th, as crews perform routine maintenance operations. Beginning Thursday, November 5th, the bridge will be reduced to one lane, with traffic controlled by temporary traffic signals. On Tuesday night, Nov. 10th, the bridge will close to traffic beginning at approximately 6:00 p.m. and is expected to reopen by 6:00 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11th.

Jamestown, KY · 1d

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Best Lakeview: Lee’s Ford

Perched directly above Lee’s Ford Marina, this 5-bdrm 4-bath, expansive estate offers a getaway to remember. Whether you’re hosting a family reunion, fishing trip, or a trip with friends, our home balances design and picture-perfect spots with spacious areas to relax and unwind! Two-Level Deck: A massive outdoor footprint overlooking the marina. Soak in the tucked-away hot tub, relax in the hammock, or gather around the outdoor fire table. Picture perfect spot on the deck to take a photo with the whole gang! Weber gas grill on site for family barbecues with a view. Located 5 minutes from essentials and 10 minutes from the heart of Somerset’s dining and shopping scene. Our large driveway offers ample room for your boat trailer and vehicles. You are less than 10 minutes from Lee’s Ford Marina and free public boat ramps.

Somerset, KY · 2d

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2 Kentucky counties to receive new federal disaster support loan centers after flooding

Federal officials are setting up two new disaster loan outreach centers to help Kentucky business owners, community organizations, and residents impacted by deadly storms and flooding in June.

Burkesville, KY · 2d

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Somerset Community College launches geothermal drilling training program

SOMERSET, Ky. (Nov. 5, 2026) — Somerset Community College is partnering with the Geothermal Drillers Association to launch a hands-on training program that will prepare workers for geothermal drilling careers and help develop the region’s energy workforce. The Geothermal Drilling Intensive will take place Jan. 11-23, 2027, at...

Somerset, KY · 1d