CITY HALL—The abrupt resignation of Councilmember Ronnie Terrill dominated much of the discussion at City Council's second regularly scheduled meeting of the month. Virgil Burnside was Council's unanimous pick to fill the vacated seat. Mayor Bruce Fraley noted Terrill's commitment to the town&
July 22, 2026
An exclusive investigation: Is interlocal collaboration a key to innovative economic development for all, or a window on the world of a self-dealing political class?
July 21, 2026
Says he'll remain on ballot for November but won't campaign
July 21, 2026
The sheriff report filed when an elected City official was arrested around midnight on Friday, July 3, details just how impaired he was behind the wheel of his vehicle. Over the Fourth of July weekend, Richmond City Commissioner Jim Newby was arrested by a Madison County Sheriff who conducted a
July 17, 2026
Indictments follow those from federal grand jury, arraignment will be in August
July 17, 2026
The Appalachia Cinema Preservation Society aims to save abandoned movie theaters in the region
July 17, 2026
Plus, City gives KSP 8+ acres on Duncannon Lane for new barracks
July 16, 2026
Plus, County says flash flood road damage repair underway
July 14, 2026
And stop calling digital publishers 'bloggers'
July 12, 2026
The Book of Common Good project is made possible by the Foundation for Appalachian Kentucky
July 11, 2026
BEREA – Banners honoring local veterans and active-duty military members have been installed along Chestnut Street as part of Berea’s first Community Heroes Banner Program. The program was created as a partnership between Berea Tourism and the City of Berea to recognize community members who have served in the
July 10, 2026
Music, theater, festivals and ball fields expected to attract crowds
July 08, 2026
MADISON COUNTY—Jake McClure, 34, has been charged with murder-domestic violence after fatally shooting roommate Eddie Matthews, 64, on July 6. McClure called 911 after shooting Matthews. The Madison County Sheriff's Office responded to the call at approximately 7:54 pm at 219 Barker Lane East. The
July 07, 2026
by Sarah Ladd, McKenna Horsley and Liam Niemeyer, Kentucky Lantern The three people who died in weekend floods in Madison County have been identified. According to the Madison County Coroner, John Powell, 57, drowned after his basement apartment flooded. Patricia Beck, 51, died at the same location. Garnett Isbell, 73,
July 05, 2026
Berea Saturday, July 4 The City of Berea will open the Community Swimming Pool to the public for free between the hours of 1pm and 5pm today, July 4th. In the evening, there will be a variety of kids' activities, live music, and multiple concessions. Berea Parks and Rec
July 04, 2026
by Sarah Ladd, Kentucky Lantern July 2, 2026 If you or someone you know has experienced domestic violence, call the National Sexual Assault Telephone Hotline at 1-800-656-4673. Call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233. You can also contact any of Kentucky’s 15
July 03, 2026
'Blood money' that has been spent has been largely 'ineffective'
July 01, 2026
The art of asymmetric warfare
June 30, 2026