New precinct locations for next Tuesday’s primary

Voters who go to the polls next week should note two precinct changes. Mullentown precinct has been moved to the Susie Fire Department on West KY 90.

The Steubenville precinct has been moved to Cumberland Green BP on East KY 90.

Election officials will check voting machines on Thursday, May 15 at 9 a.m. in the basement of City Hall. Election officer training is set for Thursday, May 15 at 6 p.m. in the Circuit Courtroom.

Concerned Citizens meet

Concerned Citizens of Wayne County met on Tuesday, May 6. Several committees reported information on topics such as earnings of county officials, expense allowances, training incentive programs, as well as employee benefits.

Other issues discussed included the detention center, the insurance premium tax, and county road work. Members also talked about the sunshine law, in regard to when a quorum of elected officials gather.

Committee members will continue to work on these issues and are expected to report back at the next meeting, which has been set for Tuesday, June 3 at 7 p.m. at the Cumberland Dairy Restaurant.

"Shades of the Past" Festival is set for

Saturday, May 24

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 vehicles 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. The downtown streets in the square area will be blocked to through traffic from 2 p.m. that afternoon until 10 p.m. Detour routes will be marked.

Special Olympics Torch Run

The Monticello Police Department will conduct its Second Annual Kentucky Special Olympics Torch Run on May 17 at noon. The run will begin on KY 90 north of the city limits and will end on KY 90 south of town.

All proceeds go directly to the Kentucky Special Olympics. For more information about the Torch Run, call the Monticello Police Department at (606) 348-9313.

Chamber lunch is Thursday

The Monticello-Wayne County Chamber of Commerce will hold its monthly luncheon on Thursday, May 15 at noon at El Cazador Restaurant. Andrea Baker from Somerset Community College will be the guest speaker.

Local man injured after motorcycle crash Saturday

A Wayne County man was airlifted to the University of Kentucky Medical Center on Saturday, following a motorcycle accident.

According to a report from the Monticello Police Department, Eddie Borden, 30, was injured when his motorcycle struck a building on Ridgewood Avenue. Police said Borden attempted to flee from the scene when officers arrived, but he lost control again and overturned in a yard on Fair Street.

Borden has been charged with fleeing and evading police first degree, operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol and drugs, operating on a DUI suspended license, no insurance, leaving the scene of an accident, and expired out-of-state registration.

Two arrested after search

Two arrests were made by the Monticello Police Department following the execution of a search warrant at Horse Hollow Apartments. Oxycontin, marijuana, a firearm and other items of evidence were seized in the search.

Thomas Ray Hunter, 31, of Kentucky Avenue, was charged with trafficking in a controlled substance first degree, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, and possession of marijuana under eight ounces.

Also arrested and charged with trafficking in a controlled substance first degree was Heather Catron, 19, of Horse Hollow Apartments, Monticello. Both were lodged in the Wayne County Detention Center.

Indoor growing equipment is seized by Sheriff’s Dept.

Wayne County Sheriff James Lynn Hill announced the seizure of indoor growing equipment. On May 7, the Wayne County Sheriff received a call that Derek Spiedel was damaging the residence of his parents. Spiedel also lived in the home.

Upon the arrival of Deputy Ralph Miniard, Agent Chris Lyon and Trooper Parrish Baker, a search for Spiedel was unsuccessful. Deputy Miniard then obtained consent to search and the equipment was seized.

A warrant for Spiedel is being filed with the County Attorney. He will be charged with cultivating marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia. The investigation is continuing.

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