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Temporary Closure of KY 713 Wednesday in Montgomery County for Repairs
TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Temporary Closure of KY 713 Wednesday in Montgomery County for Repairs LEXINGTON, Ky. (Sept. 11, 2026) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet advises motorists of a temporary road closure scheduled for KY 713 (Spencer Pike) in Montgomery County for drainage pipe replacement. KY 713 will be closed at mile marker 9.5 (just south of…
Read MoreA summer of recalls exposes holes in the nation’s food safety net
By Anna Claire Vollers – September 1, 2026 Jalapenos. Frozen berries. Beef. Alfalfa sprouts. A summer of food recalls, including the record-shattering cyclosporiasis outbreak tied to iceberg lettuce that has sickened thousands, has raised many Americans’ fears of contracting a foodborne illness. The recalls have focused attention on the Trump administration’s decision to cut…
Read MoreIvan Rice will receive Al Smith Award for public service through community journalism
AL CROSS Secretary, Bluegrass Chapter, Society of Professional Journalists Ivan Rice, who has become a Kentucky legend by covering sports and scholastic athletes for the Bourbon County Citizen for 43 years, is the winner of the 2026 Al Smith Award for public service through community journalism by Kentuckians. “Ivan Rice represents the very best of…
Read MoreAmerican legend Dolly Parton dies, at 80-years
By Loyd Ford | The Lake News Dolly Parton, the Queen of Country, and surely the Queen of all America’s heart, died, Tuesday, August 25, 2026, she was 80-years of age. The brief announcement of her death was made by her nephew, Brian Seaver. There were no details about her death released, although it was…
Read MoreTRAFFIC ADVISORY: Traffic Signal Work Scheduled on U.S. 68X Bourbon County
TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Traffic Signal Work Scheduled on U.S. 68X Bourbon County Traffic signal to be replaced with all-way stop LEXINGTON, Ky. (Aug. 24, 2026) — The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists of scheduled traffic signal and sign work on U.S. 68X in Bourbon County. Work will take place Wednesday, Aug. 26 on U.S. 68X…
Read MoreBourbon County Schools LPC hosts third forum and meeting at NMES
The Bourbon County Schools Local Planning Committee held a Draft Facility Plan meeting on Wednesday. The meeting included a public forum and directly after, they held a meeting regarding the Draft Facility Plan. One major focus of this public forum was to, “stop the transitional label.” Supporters to keep the school open are asking for…
Read MoreNorth Middletown Christian Church choir to host ice cream supper July 26
The North Middletown Christian Church Choir has been sponsoring an ice cream supper for more than 50 years. This year’s event will take place on Sunday, July 26 at 5 p.m. at the church, which is located at 1976 Thatchers Mill Road in North Middletown. The desserts will be served in the basement of the…
Read MoreBCHS band hosts 10th annual mattress fundraiser Aug 15
PARIS, KY – If you or someone you know is in the market for a new mattress, now is the perfect time. Bourbon County HS Band is excited to announce it will host a one-day Mattress Fundraiser on Saturday, August 15th, from 10am-4pm, at Bourbon County High School. For more details, visit https://www.facebook.com/events/2886656635045575/. For one…
Read MoreVoyage Movement to hold Free Clothing Giveaway
The Voyage Movement will be holding a Free Clothing giveaway on Friday, August 1, from 12 noon to 6 p.m. Everyone is invited to come and shop for clothing, shoes, coats, and accessories for the entire family. All sizes, all ages, all Free! Come shop and grab what you need and help someone else. The…
Read MoreRecall Alert: Taylor Farms shredded iceburg lettuce recalled
BOURBON COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT | Press Release Attention Residents: Please be aware of the recall on Taylor Farms shredded iceberg lettuce. What Consumers Should Do: • Don’t eat recalled lettuce at any Taco Bell location or other restaurants. If you don’t know the source of the iceberg lettuce, ask the restaurant. • If symptoms of…
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