Jeremy Hicks Music Festival 2026 rocks for a good cause this weekend
It’s been two decades since one special life was lost — but the beat goes on, and with it, his legacy.
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Pulaski Coroner identifies man found dead after winter storm
A man was found deceased in the Bend of the Lakes Shore area on Tuesday, with his death being attributed to the cold temperatures of this weekend’s winter storm.
Power restored to majority of Pulaski County after winter storm
Power has been restored to the majority of Pulaski County residents following a severe winter storm that brought icy conditions and widespread outages over the weekend, according to an update from Pulaski County Emergency Management Director Chris Mason.
Nothing to fear from frost quakes
As if central Kentucky didn’t have enough to worry about with the snow and ice, apparently the ground itself is giving people frights.
Southern Kentucky Vascular to offer Shockwave Lithotripsy
Southern Kentucky Vascular announced the addition of Shockwave Lithotripsy, becoming the first outpatient vascular center in Kentucky to offer this advanced treatment for patients with severe arterial calcification.
Citizens National Bank announces promotion of Wade Reed
Shawn Daugherty, President and CEO of Citizens National Bank, announces the promotion of Wade Reed to Branch Manager at the Plaza Branch location in Somerset. Wade has been employed with Citizens National Bank for seven years, and has served in…
CJ editorial, advertising staffs both excel in KPA contests for 2025
Each year, the Somerset Commonwealth Journal claims a number of awards in the Kentucky Press Association’s contests for Excellence in Kentucky Newspapers and Advertising Excellence, and that was no different for 2025, with some of the community’s most memorable moments…
Warm heart, warm home: Donation helps Pulaskians get fuel during winter storm
When challenging winter weather hits, some people help out their neighbors by shoveling walkways or offering rides in a well-equipped vehicle. Steve Purvis bought a round for the house, so to speak — a round of critical fuel supplies.
Young Entrepreneurs Academy Visits Baxter’s Coffee
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
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.