Jobless rate takes jumps

The local jobless rate took a hefty jump from December to January, according to the latest figures from the Cabinet for Workforce Development. The unemployment rate in January was 7.2 percent, up from 5.8 percent in December.

In January 2002, the local unemployment rate was 10.2 percent.

In the Lake Cumberland area, the unemployment rate also increased significantly, from 6.8 percent in December to 8.6 percent in January.

The highest jobless rate in the 10 county area was 13.1 percent recorded in Russell County. The lowest rate in the area was 6.2 percent recorded in Adair County.

Good Friday Service set

A Community Good Friday Service is set for Friday, April 18 at the First Baptist Church. The service begins right after noon, at 12:05, and will end by 12:45 p.m.

The service is sponsored by the Wayne County Association of Ministers and Churches. The focus of this service will be the last seven words or statements of Jesus Christ from the cross. Everyone is invited to attend.

"Shades of the Past" celebration is being planned

The City of Monticello and the Monticello-Wayne County Chamber of Commerce will host the "Shades of the Past" celebration in downtown Monticello on Saturday, May 24 between 4 and 9 p.m.

The evening will feature live entertainment and a variety of activities. The Bell Tones from Bell Elementary will open the program. Others who will take the stage include Ben West, Second Stage, and Sage Knoll.

Contests include Best Dressed, Bubble Gum Blowing, Dance Contest, and the Hula Hoop Contest. Antique and craft shows, as well as motorcycles will be on display. The streets will be filled with food and craft vendors.

In case of rain, the event will be held Saturday, May 31. For more information, contact the Chamber of Commerce at (606) 348-3064 or City Hall at (606) 348-5719.

Monthly Chamber luncheon

The monthly luncheon scheduled this week for the Monticello-Wayne County Chamber of Commerce has been canceled because of local participation in Reality Town. The monthly luncheon will resume on May 15 at noon at El Cazador.

Courthouse to be closed

The Wayne County Courthouse will be closed Saturday, April 19 for the Easter holiday.

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