What’s causing the recent black bear sightings across the region?
Recent sightings have surprised residents, but wildlife officials say the behavior is normal this time of year.
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Safety concerns spark discussion about Monroe County bypass intersection
Comer said he hopes other dangerous curves and blind spots throughout Monroe County can eventually be addressed.
Cave City woman arrested after KSP pursuit ends in Monroe County crash
Two people suffered minor injuries after a pursuit involving a Cave City woman ended in a crash in Tompkinsville, according to Kentucky State Police.
Some Kentucky drinking water utilities have ‘punitive’ disconnection policies, report finds
The report also criticized late fees charged by drinking water utilities and high fees to reconnect ratepayers who’ve been disconnected, which exacerbates the financial situation facing Kentuckians struggling to pay their utility bills.
Power restored across Barren, Allen and Monroe counties after storms
Nearly 20,000 people remain without power across Kentucky, according to PowerOutage.com.
Police: Man stole MCS Lawncare truck, removed branding, ditched trailer
The stolen vehicle was later located along Capitol Hill Road in Fountain Run by the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office, with assistance from the Barren County Sheriff’s Office and Kentucky State Police.
Funeral services scheduled for Monroe County sheriff in Tompkinsville
Ford was first elected as sheriff in 2014 and was in his third term.
‘Never met a stranger’: Monroe County remembers Sheriff Dale “Frog” Ford
The department extended condolences to Ford’s family and asked the community to keep both his loved ones and fellow law enforcement officers in their thoughts.
New program aims to recognize historic farms in Monroe County
Applications are due June 30, 2026.