As we pass the midpoint of the 2026 Legislative Session, I want to provide an update on our work and share a reflection that is especially personal to me. …
This week, Congressman Andy Barr (R-KY-06) presented the Fiscal Year 2026 Community Project announcements to local leaders across Kentucky’s Sixth District, highlighting more than $15 million …
From Montgomery County Public Library: Check out this New Program! Join us on Thursday, Feb. 26, from 6-7 p.m. for The Writers Club! Come together to be inspired, swap prompts and share your own …
Traffic will be impacted on I64 westbound beginning on Monday 02/23/24. This will begin at the bridge over Hwy 713 (Grassy Lick) at the 107 mm. Plan your morning and evening commutes accordingly. …
From Sheriff David Charles: The Montgomery County Road Dept. installed a temporary speed bump in the Arlington Subdivision today. This is a temporary speed bump that is being tested by the …
A jury found Nikolay “Nick” Pidgorodetskiy guilty last week of third-degree assault of a police officer after a one-day trial in Montgomery County Circuit Court and recommended a sentence of one …
The first of two public hearings held in regard to proposal to potentially amend an ordinance that would raise the city restaurant tax from 2 percent to 3 percent was held Tuesday morning at City …
Around 30 people were on hand at Mt. Sterling City Hall Tuesday evening for a public forum on a proposal to potentially raise the city’s restaurant tax from 2 percent to 3 percent. Some waited …
Mayor Al Botts gave a 20-minute presentation at the beginning of each public hearing in support of increasing the consumption-based restaurant tax to provide funding for the parks and recreation …
Tammy Jo White, a fourth grade reading teacher at Camargo Elementary School, has established a unique book exchange at the school to encourage reading. Called “Our Little Library” or …
After dedicated service to Montgomery County Schools, Chief Chris Barrier has accepted a new professional opportunity and is resigning in March. The district is grateful for his leadership and …
A Clay City woman was arrested Feb. 15 after she allegedly nearly ran over deputies with her vehicle during a brief pursuit, according to the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office. Megan L. …
The report of an alleged auto theft in Mt. Sterling led to the arrest of two people in Owingsville on drug charges Feb. 16, according to authorities. The alleged theft occurred from the Days …
Pruning can generally be good for a tree, but make sure you have a reason, use the right cut, and don’t get careless, as a bad pruning job can impact a tree’s appearance and performance for …
The reservoir, located at 6048 McCormick Road, will reopen after three years being closed! The season opens March 1 of each year and runs through October. The final day is Oct. 31 of each year. …
This week's Advocate contains detailed coverage about the ongoing discussion regarding the potential raising of the city's restaurant tax from 2 to 3 percent. Papers just arrived in house and will be …
Mt. Sterling-Montgomery County Parks and Recreation hosted a Senior Citizens Valentine's Day Dance. It was held Friday, Feb. 13, from noon to 2 p.m. at the new senior center on East Locust …
Quarter-final voting is now under way in the America's Favorite Pet Contest. Local shelter star Rambo has advanced to the quarter finals, but he needs your votes! He is currently in 11th place. …
The second week of February brought a steady rhythm of work in Frankfort, providing lawmakers the opportunity to consider a growing number of bills while continuing the careful task of crafting the …
Week six of the 2026 Legislative Session is in the books, and the tempo in Frankfort has noticeably picked up. Bills are moving with purpose, committee rooms are busy, …
