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Zion Baptist Church to hold Back to School Rally on August 8
Zion Baptist Church and the merchants of Paris and Bourbon County will be holding their first annual combined Back to School Rally on Saturday, August 8, 2026 from 4 to 6 p.m. The event will take place at the Legion Park, 30 Legion Drive in Paris. There will be music, games, door prizes, food and…
Read MoreBourbon County Schools Local Planning Committee Hosts Public Forum regarding NMES
The future of North Middletown Elementary School remains uncertain as the Bourbon County Schools Local Planning Committee held a public forum concerning the school. Roughly 100 of North Middletown Elementary School supporters showed up to the meeting which was held on Wednesday. Although the forum was scheduled to last 30 minutes, it took around an…
Read MoreKentucky American Water Shares Wise Water Tips for Hot Summer Weather
Kentucky American Water Shares Wise Water Tips for Hot Summer Weather Lexington, Ky. (July 1, 2026) – With summer here and Kentucky currently experiencing an extended heat wave, Kentucky American Water reminds customers of simple steps they can take to use water more efficiently and manage their water bills. From adjusting your watering schedule to…
Read MoreSightings of young black bears increase with summer roaming
Sightings of young black bears increase with summer roaming Kentucky Fish and Wildlife shares practical information to help understand and live safely with bears FRANKFORT, Ky. (June 23, 2026) — Sightings of black bears have recently been occurring in neighborhoods, backyards, urban areas, and even on dash cams and doorbell cameras in areas of Kentucky not…
Read MoreROAD CLOSURE: 2nd St between High St and Houston Ave will be CLOSED
The City of Paris 2nd Street between High Street and Houston Ave will be closed for an estimated 15 days due to bridge repair. Please use an alternative route. For more information, check here.
Read MoreLane Closures Scheduled on KY 4 (New Circle Road) in Fayette County
TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Lane Closures Scheduled on KY 4 (New Circle Road) in Fayette County Bridge deck pothole repairs planned May 12-15 LEXINGTON, Ky. (May 8, 2026) — The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists of scheduled lane closures on New Circle Road (KY 4) in Fayette County for bridge deck pothole repairs. Work will take…
Read MoreKentucky American Water Proudly Recognizes American Water Charitable Foundation 2026 Water and Environment Grantees Recipients include four nonprofit organizations across Kentucky
Kentucky American Water Proudly Recognizes American Water Charitable Foundation 2026 Water and Environment Grantees Recipients include four nonprofit organizations across Kentucky Recipients include four nonprofit organizations across Kentucky LEXINGTON, Ky. – (May 6, 2026) – The American Water Charitable Foundation, a philanthropic nonprofit organization established by American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and…
Read MoreKentucky American Water Celebrates Earth Day with Water-Saving Tips and Drug Take Back Day Event
Kentucky American Water Celebrates Earth Day with Water-Saving Tips and Drug Take Back Day Event LEXINGTON, Ky. – April 21, 2026 – In recognition of Earth Day, Kentucky American Water is highlighting the importance of protecting local water resources through environmental stewardship, strategic infrastructure investment and community engagement — including hosting a National Prescription Drug…
Read MoreStoner Creek Park Project Public Input Session to be hosted April 21
National Park Service will be hosting a public input session on the Stoner Creek Park Project. It will be on Tuesday, April 21 at 6 p.m. This session is to help the community think through the design for the park. It will be hosted at the Bourbon County High School cafeteria. Come and share your…
Read MoreClosure Scheduled on I-75 in Madison County – April 10-11
Kentucky Transportation Cabinet • District 7 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contacts: Brooklyn Mcintosh Brooklyn.mcintosh@ky.gov TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Ramp Closure Scheduled on I-75 in Madison County High friction surface treatment planned overnight April 10-11 LEXINGTON, Ky. (April 7, 2026) — The Kentucky…
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