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The Final Whistle: Worth Holding Onto:

There was a time when seeing your name in the newspaper was a pretty big deal. And if your picture made it in? Well, you were practically famous. At least for a day or two. I grew up in a …
Amos Tackett

Jeffersonville man charged after deputies respond to reported OD

A Jeffersonville man is facing charges after local authorities were dispatched to a home at 5:15 a.m. Oct. 28 on a report of narcotics overdose. Amos Tackett, 41, was booked in the Montgomery …

Stabbing, multi-county pursuit suspect arraigned here, Bourbon County

Arraignments have now been held in Montgomery and Bourbon counties for a man charged in an alleged stabbing and three-county vehicle pursuit in October. Juan Jose Garcia-Ponce pleaded not guilty …

Group targeting child predators online assists in local incident

Shortly before he was arrested, Willis Anthony Curtis was interviewed on camera by a state representative who founded the group Predator Poachers Kentucky. The organization is only a few months …
Jason Estep

Traffic stop yields discovery of several grams of multiple drugs, citation claims

A Lexington man was arrested Monday after authorities allegedly found several grams of multiple drugs during a search of his vehicle, according to the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office. Jason …

Man struck in head-on collision here dies

The Advocate has learned the Flemingsburg man who was in criticical condition at UK Hospital following a head-on collision here has died. Brittany Sosnowski, wife of Robert Sosnowski, 41, shared …
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Extension Agent, Family and Consumer Science
A Holiday Tradition Returns: Montgomery County Extension Homemakers Annual Bazaar
Source: Sarah Congleton, Agent for Family and Consumer Sciences Education, Montgomery County   There’s something special about the start of the holiday season—the decorations come out, …
Nearly half votes cast locally in General Election were done during early voting
Included with this posting is a cumulative results report for the general election held 11/3/2026 in Montgomery County. Please note that due to space constraints this week's paper includes the …
Local election results
Local election results are beginning to trickle in. U.S. Senator Andy Barr-R- Charles Booker-D Christopher Campbell-Kentucky Party- U.S. Rep in Congress, 6th District …
It was a family event for trick or treat this year for Isaac, Courtney and Isla Colliver (age 2) as they dressed in Winnie-the-Pooh characters for Boo Fest.
Boo Fest draws large crowd!
Mt. Sterling-Montgomery County Parks and Recreation hosted its annual Boo Fest at Easy Walker Park Friday. The event drew a huge crowd! The Advocate was there and we will have some photos …
Tex was decked out and ready to hunt for some sweet treats in his costume for the city of Jeffersonville's trunk or treat event held earlier this week. His duck dog Buck accompanied him.
Spooktacular local fun!
Editor's note: We've included a small slideshow here of some of the submissions on our social media page of those who attended the Jeffersonville Trunk or Treat event! WOW! It was a huge crowd ! A …
Temporary closure on Ky. 965 in Bath County
Monday, Nov. 2, Walker Construction will close Ky. 965 in Bath County from mile point 3.5 to 5.0 to resurface the roadway. The closure will be from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.  Road work schedules are …
2026 Outstanding Farm Family - Marlin Gerber & Family
Marlin Gerber was born and grew up in the agriculture industry, dairy farming in Ontario. In 2006 he moved his family to West Liberty, Ky.  In 2016 the Gerber family bought a farm and moved to Mount Sterling. Here they started Walnut Leaf Country Market in Camargo. They also continued driving back to West Liberty to operate the meat shop there. They also began dreaming and planning to move the meat processing home to Mount Sterling as well and raising more feeder cattle to supply the business.   In the fall of 2024, construction began on the Gerber’s new meat processing facility, Jemstar Meats, here in Mount Sterling.  Then by the turn of the year in 2026, they moved into the new plant.

  In April of this year they opened their retail store front where they offer fresh and frozen meats, deli, local dairy products and a variety of groceries.   The Gerber’s raise their own beef for their retail store as well as buying from some local farmers who meet their feeding criteria. They are committed to providing quality meats, farm raised and look forward to serving the community here in the coming years with their farming and meat operation. 
Chamber holds annual awards banquet
The annual Chamber of Commerce awards banquet was held last week at the Clay Community Center. The banquet featured a Stars, Stripes and Chamber Nights America 250 theme and was presented by …
Michael Phillip Rutledge
Jeffersonville man who was allegedly intoxicated on school grounds and had gun appears in court
A man who was allegedly intoxicated and brought a gun on school property was arraigned today in Montgomery County District Court. Michael Phillip Rutledge, 23, of Jeffersonville, entered a plea …
Jack at 9 years old playing the First Presbyterian Church piano, with his Uncle Barry looking on. Photo submitted to the Advocate.
From pews to playbills:
When Jackson “Jack” Terbush sat down at a piano at a local church here at age 9 he had no idea it would set the stage for a path eventually leading all the way to the Big Apple and the Broadway …
Obituaries
Dana Lee Haynes, 78
Dana Lee Haynes, 78, of Mt. Olivet, died Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026, at his home. Born Oct. 14, 1948, in Montgomery County, he was the son of the late Earl Taylor and Julia Allaine Hill Haynes. …
Billy Owen Richards, 80
Billy Owen Richards, 80, of Mt. Sterling, died Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026, at the VA Lexington Health Care Hospital. Born Nov. 6, 1945, in Mt. Sterling, he was the son of the late James E. and …
Randall Douglas Lykins, 70
Randall Douglas Lykins, 70, of Winchester, died Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026, at his residence. Born April 29, 1956, in Montgomery County, he was the son of the late William and Wilma Rogers Lykins. …
Patty Louise Foley, 77
Patty Louise Foley, 77, of Mt. Sterling, died Friday, Oct. 30, 2026, at her residence. Born June 10, 1949, in Mt. Sterling, she was the daughter of the late Floyd and Elsie Mae Pitts Ballard. …
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James Clarence Wilson, 83
James Clarence Wilson, 83, known to all as Jimmy, passed away peacefully, Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his family. Born July 22, 1943, in Frankfort, he was the son of the …
Advocate sports

More Than a Game: A family tradition 12 years in the making

From left: Ann Steger (Roon), Gatewood Baird, Adelaide Baird, John Ryan Steger, Morgan Steger and Curt Steger (Pops)
For some families, fall Saturdays mean gathering around the television to watch college football. For one local family, they’ve meant road trips, new places, packed stadiums and memories that will …
Region qualifier #3 winners Kenleigh French and Lillie Smith

Montgomery Co. Bass Fishing back on water at Barren River

The Montgomery Co. bass fishing team turned in an impressive performance at Regional Qualifier No. 3 at Barren River Lake, sweeping the top three spots in the tournament. Head coach John Vice …

Bowling continues to show promise in early season

Newest members of the 200 Club (l-r) Trey Berry 204 and Dylan Watkins 219
The Montgomery Co. High School bowling teams continued their early-season competition last week, highlighted by a first-place finish for the boys at the MoCo Mini Tournament and several strong …

Middle school volleyball opens season under new head coach

The middle school volleyball season is under way, with new head coach Jocelyn Goldy pleased with the effort, determination and positive attitudes displayed by her teams during their opening week of …

Ranking the best coaches no easy chore

As a good friend of mine told me recently, “I wouldn’t even try to rate the best”. However, I feel as though someone must undertake this endeavor so that many years from now, people will …

Easterling makes Chick-fil-A All Tournament team

Transy freshman Maddie Easterling made the Chick-fil-A a Invitational All Tournament team with a strong showing for two days.