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Ohio man found dead in Monticello after losing control of electric bicycle

An Ohio man was reportedly found dead by relatives on Saturday in Wayne County after he lost control of an electric bicycle and died from his injuries.

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Kentucky State Police Post 11 Investigates Fatal Collision in Wayne County

The Kentucky State Police (KSP) Post 11 London is investigating a fatal collision in Wayne County. On November 7, 2026, KSP Post 11 was contacted by Wayne County 911 about a fatal collision that occurred on KY167 in Monticello, KY. Preliminary investigation determined that Samuel Wickey, 22 years old of...

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Deputies rescue bedridden woman from Monticello house fire

Two Wayne County Sheriff's deputies rescued a bedridden woman from a house fire in Monticello on Nov. 7.

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36-Year-Old Woman Arrested After Storming High School Football Field & Strangling Player

Woman arrested after alleged attack on high school football player. The post 36-Year-Old Woman Arrested After Storming High School Football Field & Strangling Player originally published on Total Pro Sports .

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Russell County Jailer Reports October Average Daily Population of 82

The Russell County Detention Center housed an average of 82 inmates per day during October and generated more than $64,000 through various programs and revenue sources. Jailer Bobby Dunbar presented the monthly totals during Monday morning’s regular meeting of the Russell County Fiscal Court. October revenue totaled $64,154.26. That...

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Natural Gas Project Continues to move Forward.

Natural gas service moved a step closer for Monticello and Wayne County residents after the Monticello City Council voted 4–1 on Monday night to accept a project bid from Winchester-based Delta Natural Gas. Delta submitted the sole bid for the estimated $62 million infrastructure project, which is designed to...

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Columbia–Adair County Fire Department Dispatched To Two-Story Residential Structure Fire On Greensburg Street

The Columbia–Adair County Fire Department was dispatched at approximately 6:32 a.m. Sunday morning to 1008 Greensburg Street in response to a residential structure fire. Upon arrival, firefighters found a two-story residence fully engulfed in flames. Crews immediately began fire suppression efforts and were able to contain the fire to the original structure, preventing it from spreading to surrounding areas. The residence was deemed a total loss.

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Library Honors Dedicated Trustees for Their Years of Service and Commitment

Our library is made better by the support and guidance of our Board of Trustees! Last month, Judge Executive Scott Gehring recognized Mrs. Barbara Turpin for her eight years of service as a dedicated trustee and treasurer of our Library Board. During her years of service, Mrs. Barb has advocated for our staff and their ideas, listening, offering guidance, and giving often of herself and her time. We as a staff want to express our heartfelt appreciation for her!

Monticello, KY · 2d

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Family finds 22-year-old after fatal electric bicycle accident

A 22-year-old man has been killed in an electric bicycle accident. Kentucky State Police said the fatal crash occurred on Saturday on Hwy 167 in Monticello. The KSP investigation determined that Samuel Wickey, of Londonderry, Ohio, was operating an electric bicycle that was traveling downhill when Wickey lost control of the bicycle, left the roadway and was ejected.

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Columbia Police Department Announces ‘Operation Christmas Spirit 2026’

The Columbia Police Department is excited to announce Operation Christmas Spirit 2026!. This holiday season, we are coming together with our citizens, local businesses, and community partners to help make Christmas brighter for families in Columbia and throughout Adair County. Our goal is to spread kindness, provide assistance, and bring...

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Sheriff Presents Fiscal Court with More than $932,000 in Checks

Russell County Sheriff Derek Polston presented the fiscal court with three checks totaling more than $932,000 during the court’s regular monthly meeting Monday morning. The first check, for $270,000, reimburses the county for covering sheriff’s department operational costs during the first few months of the fiscal year. That reimbursement occurs annually once property tax collections begin in October.

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