A state mental health evaluation on accused murderer Austin Prather says that he is competent to stand trial. It did not say, however, whether he was evaluated for having mental health issues at the time of the alleged crime.
The Pulaski County Senior Housing Project has received a $1.5 million grant from the Federal Home Loan Bank of Cincinnati’s Affordable Housing Program.
The Burnside Fire Department is taking a step up, by bringing in their first-ever ladder truck in a move designed to make the community both safer and more affordable.
Sen. Rick Girdler, R-Somerset, has filed Senate Bill (SB) 89, which aims to clarify Kentucky’s grandparent visitation laws and provide courts with clearer, child-focused standards when determining visitation rights.
With some combination of snow, ice, and potential power outages likely on the way, Chris Mason spent this week preparing for a busy weekend.
A Science Hill woman has been sentenced to 45 years in prison after pleading guilty to first-degree Rape of Victim Under 12 Years of Age.
Somerset Community College announced the launch of its newest program of study: Diagnostic Medical Sonography, offering an Associate of Applied Science degree in General Sonography. This program opens doors to one of the fastest-growing healthcare careers in the nation.
After operating a successful concrete business for nearly four decades, Pulaski County resident Bobby Gumm announced his candidacy for county jailer in the upcoming election. Gumm is one of five Republicans seeking the position.
The 1980 film “The Empire Strikes Back” contains both the snowy landscape of the planet Hoth and Lando Calrissian speaking the line, “This deal is getting worse all the time.” Pulaski Countians may find themselves combining those two themes this…
A man described as humble, compassionate and kind became the center of attention Monday, as George Martinez was named the 2026 Martin Luther King Acts of Service award recipient.