Commonwealth Journal Somerset, Ky.

14/01/2026

The Somerset Independent Board of Education approved the 2026-2027 school year calendar at its meeting on Tuesday.

14/01/2026

The Southwestern Warriors had a tough test ahead of them on Monday as they traveled to Danville Christian for a battle between the Warriors. Despite trailing by double digits in the third quarter, Southwestern managed to make a remarkable comeback t…

The Southwestern Warriors had a tough test ahead of them on Monday as they traveled to Danville Christian for a battle between the Warriors. Despite trailing by double digits in

14/01/2026

Somerset has once again earned national recognition as one of the 12 Best Boating Cities in the United States, securing a spot on BoatBooker’s list for the second year in a row.

Somerset has once again earned national recognition as one of the 12 Best Boating Cities in the United States, securing a spot on BoatBooker’s list for the second year in

14/01/2026

The first Pulaski County School Board meeting of 2026 was a time to greet a new face — board member Amber Vickery — and prepare farewells for a most familiar one — Superintendent Patrick Richardson.

The first Pulaski County School Board meeting of 2025 was a time to greet a new face — board member Amber Vickery — and prepare farewells for a most familiar

14/01/2026

Glen Wiles (front right) was honored by the Pulaski County Fiscal Court on Tuesday for retiring after 28 years of service. Wiles was also awarded the Pulaski County Colonel award by Judge-Executive Marshall Todd. In 2024, Wiles was honored by the lo…

Glen Wiles (front right) was honored by the Pulaski County Fiscal Court on Tuesday for retiring after 28 years of service. Wiles was also awarded the Pulaski County Colonel award

14/01/2026

The Lady Warriors of Southwestern were riding a three-game winning streak heading into Tuesday night’s contest at the Wig Wam. In order to make that four in a row, however, the Warriors were going to have to take down a top 25 North Laurel squad.

The Lady Warriors of Southwestern were riding a three-game winning streak heading into Tuesday night’s contest at the Wig Wam. In order to make that four in a row, however,

13/01/2026

Pulaski County officials are considering replacing the county’s emergency warning system following a cyberattack that disrupted service for weeks and raised concerns about public safety heading into storm season.

13/01/2026

Much like 25 is silver and 50 gold, a 75th anniversary is typically referred to as a "diamond jubilee." In the case of Amon's Sugar Shack, however, a more appropriate term would be "glazed." Maybe with sprinkles.

Much like 25 is silver and 50 gold, a 75th anniversary is typically referred to as a "diamond jubilee." In the case of Amon's Sugar Shack, however, a more appropriate

13/01/2026

Somerset Mayor Alan Keck and council members addressed questions from the public over new garbage pickup policies at Monday’s City Council meeting.

13/01/2026

The Pulaski County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's assistance in locating a missing woman, last seen by family on December 23, 2025.

Angela Storms, 33 years of age, from Somerset, KY was last seen by family in the area of Sulphur Springs Hollow Rd. in eastern Pulaski County. Angela was last seen by a friend of the family the night of December 23, 2025 near the intersection of Hwy 192 and Stewart Rd.

If you have information on the whereabouts of Angela, please contact the Pulaski County Sheriff's Office at 606-678-5145.

13/01/2026

Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital announced that Casey Taylor, RN, was recently selected as the hospital’s DAISY Award recipient. The DAISY Award recognizes nurses who deliver extraordinary clinical skills paired with deep compassion, and Casey — a …

Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital announced that Casey Taylor, RN, was recently selected as the hospital’s DAISY Award recipient. The DAISY Award recognizes nurses who deliver extraordinary clinical skills paired with

12/01/2026

With last Friday being the last day to file as a candidate and get one’s name on the ballot for the May Primary Election, a few last-minute candidates finished their paperwork at the end of the week.

With last Friday being the last day to file as a candidate and get one’s name on the ballot for the May Primary Election, a few last-minute candidates finished their