From the Montgomery County Homeless Coalition Hello, Montgomery County, Kentucky! We have had some lovely people reach out to see how they can support our cause to assist our unhoused friends. …
From SCFC CHI - St Joe Mt Sterling Employees are in the midst of their 10th Annual SOUPer Bowl drive at the hospital! We will be extending our deadline a week beyond the real Super Bowl date, due to …
The Mt. Sterling Advocate won 13 individual awards and was named a General Excellence recipient in the Kentucky Press Association’s 2025 Excellence in Kentucky Newspapers Contest. Awards …
Way to go MoCo! We did it! You all showered Rambo with love and support! Thanks to your votes, Rambo is not only in the top 10 in the America’s Favorite Pet contest, he is currently first in …
The Montgomery County Animal Shelter is about to launch the CARE Initiative that will provide dog houses to 31 local residents. CARE stands for Canine Adequate Residential Environment. It is …
From the sheriff's office: Today, the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office assisted an elderly female by clearing off her sidewalk so she and her family could safely exit their residence. It was the …
From Sheriff David Charles Due to the Office being closed due to the weather and holidays, the current tax rate will be extended to February 6th. I hope this takes a little of the stress away …
An 18-year-old was arrested Sunday for allegedly setting multiple small fires at a residence on Calk Lake Road, according to the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office. Zackery Scott of …
Kentucky Department of Highways District 7 crews are making progress with snow and ice operations. Bitterly cold temperatures continue to limit the effectiveness of salt and other roadway treatments …
Mayor Al Botts told the Mt. Sterling-Montgomery County Parks and Recreation Commission at a meeting Jan. 22 that he plans to hold a total of three hearings on the restaurant tax issue. Botts had …
From the Mt. Sterling Police Dept. Chief Aaron Noel: I want to take a moment to recognize the incredible work our team accomplished during the recent storm. We transported five nurses and other …
Due to his generally upbeat personality and friendly nature, Stephen Earl “Steve” Whitaker became everyone’s friend, according to one longtime friend. Whitaker died Jan. 22. He was 59. …
Police Chief Aaron Noel addressed what he described as misinformation spreading on social media about the dept.’s Flock camera system at a city council meeting Jan. 20. The dept. can track the …
WOOHOO BIG ANNOUNCEMENT THAT WE PROMISED!!! MSMC Parks and Recreation is SO EXCITED TO announce that we are teaming up with the Montgomery County High School Football Team to offer Spring Flag …
Don't look down! More like don't look up???!!!! You never know what might be lurking overhead—you know, like a friendly little icicle that's fallen from a roof and is now dangling from a …
For Tanner and Macey Sorrell and their children, farming is more than work, it’s a lifestyle. While most people bring their pets inside during harsh weather, the Sorrell’s say bringing …
In what sounded like the description for a major movie trailer, Superintendent Matt Thompson was early today with his call to parents/families and students about the cancellation of school for the …
Our readers always show up! You once again answered the call for snow photos! We were overwhelmed and very much appreciate all who participated .... we received more than 200 submissions! …
FRANKFORT, Ky. (Jan. 28, 2026) – Today, Gov. Andy Beshear provided another update on response efforts to the severe winter weather affecting much of the commonwealth. “We are still …
From the fiscal court: Montgomery County offices will resume normal business hours beginning tomorrow January 29, 2026 at 8:00 am. Temps are still very cold, be safe in your travels.
