Commonwealth Journal

Young Entrepreneurs Academy Visits Baxter’s Coffee

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Students from the Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA!) recently went on a “Cool Business” field trip to Baxter’s Coffee, for a behind the scenes look at what it takes to operate the business.

John David Baird thrives at Ivy League Columbia University

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Former Pulaski County High School graduate John David Baird is a freshman at one of the world’s most prestigious universities, Columbia University. During his short time there, Baird’s exploits have been nothing short of remarkable.

Chamber announces new Board Members for 2026

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The Somerset-Pulaski County Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the appointment of four distinguished community leaders to its Board of Directors. Joining the Chamber Board are Jason Irvine, Kyle Lively, Ben Robertson, and Carolyn Sparks—each bringing a wealth of…

Rogers applauds passage of final four federal funding bills

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Further money for Pulaski County’s ongoing Northern Bypass project was part of the final four federal funding bills for Fiscal Year 2026, for which Somerset’s own U.S. Rep. Harold “Hal” Rogers (KY-05) voted.

Main Street water line break repaired ahead of winter storm

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While all over Kentucky, homeowners are heating their pipes and leaving water running to avoid unfortunate disasters in the midst of the current cold snap, the City of Somerset had to deal with just such a problem a day before…

Before Smartphones and Social Media: Pulaski County in 1996

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Once upon a time – 30 years ago – the world was learning about something new: “Surfing the World Wide Web.” These days, we don’t even have to explain what “www” or even “the internet” is. And, come to think…