2026 Best of Madison County (Video)

Thanks to photographer Kelly McKinney for coverage of the event, and Claudia Nolan for her help in the production of this video.

Video circulating on social media shows student being tackled to the ground by an adult male

This screenshot taken from a video circulating online appears to show an adult male tackling a student. Madison County Schools has confirmed an incident occurred at Madison Central High School on Friday.

A video circulating on social media, which reportedly depicts an incident at Madison Central High School, shows a student being tackled forcefully to the ground by an adult man. Madison …

Madison Countians test out blue wave

This visual representation shows a big increase in blue votes in Madison County for most races in this year’s election versus the last election in which each race was contested. The exception is the race for the 81st Kentucky House District, which saw a shift red since 2020, the last time a Democrat filed to run against Republican incumbent Deanna Gordon. The district did see a shift left from the 2024 presidential election, when Trump won Madison County by more than 30 points.

The national blue wave that commentators have called a referendum on failed policies and high prices under the Trump administration saw enough Madison County voters jump on to shift the votes left, …

Former Richmond fire chief, deputy coroner charged with domestic violence

Editor's note: A version of this story was posted to social media earlier today. The story below has been updated to include an additional statement by Larry Brock. The wording also has been …

Ag Commissioner announces nine county fair grant awards

FRANKFORT – The Kentucky Department of Agriculture recently awarded $721,141.45 in grants to nine county fairs to support new construction and revocation projects. Since 2024, more than $2.2 …

Billy Glenn Turpin (left), of the Madison County Extension Agriculture Council, presents Jim Dause with the plaque signifying Dause’s induction into the Extension Agriculture Hall of Fame.

Shell, Arnold speak at Farm City Banquet

Those in attendance at the Farm City Banquet Monday night were treated to an update on the state of agriculture in Kentucky and the history of co-ops. Agriculture Commissioner Jonathan Shell and …

Deadly shooting still under investigation

A Nov. 4 fatal shooting is still being investigated by the Marion County Sheriff’s Office. The sheriff’s office posted on its Facebook page that, just before 9 p.m., deputies were dispatched …

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Stivers Reveals Decision Concerning Gubernatorial Run

FRANKFORT, Ky (July 27, 2026) — The following is a statement from Senate President Robert Stivers, R-Manchester, regarding his potential run for Kentucky’s next governor in 2027. “I am …

Big problem, but a simple fix

Your right to know what your public officials are saying and doing was recently gutted by the Kentucky supreme court. Overturning a lower court decision, in a 4 to 2 ruling on …

SENATE PRESIDENT ROBERT STIVERS FILES SENATE JOINT RESOLUTION TO EXPAND ACCESS TO HEALTH CARE IN RURAL, UNDERSERVED COMMUNITIES

FRANKFORT, Ky. (Feb. 25, 2026) — Senate President Robert Stivers, R-Manchester, filed Senate Joint Resolution 116 directing Kentucky’s public teaching universities to develop a comprehensive, …

Obituaries

Evelyn Lake Adams

Evelyn Lake Adams, 91, of Berea, Kentucky, passed away peacefully, entering into her heavenly home, and now rejoicing with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on October 27, 2026. She was born on …

Doxie Cope

Doxie Cope, 83, passed away on October 16, 2026, in Berea, Kentucky. She was born on March 17, 1943, in Clay County, Kentucky, and lived a life marked by devotion to her family, quiet strength, and a …

Clifford Steven ‘Steve’ Lynn

Clifford Steven “Steve” Lynn, died at the age of 71 on Saturday October 3, 2026 at his Berea home following a two-week stay in the UK Markey Cancer Center. He is survived by his wife, Betty …

James H. Lambert

James Hilton Lambert , 83 of Mt. Vernon, died Monday, September 21, 2026 at St. Joseph Hospital in Lexington following a short illness. He was born at Berea College Hospital on November 3, 1942 to …

Dr. Bernard ‘Barney’ Davis

Dr. Bernard “Barney” Davis, age 90, of Lexington, KY, passed away peacefully on September 13, 2026. Barney was a longtime educator in Kentucky at Berea College and Morehead State University. …

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Southern’s comeback falls just short

A pair of late interceptions by South Laurel helped the Cardinals hold off Madison Southern, 42-40, in last Friday’s first-round game of the Class 5A playoffs. With 7:22 left in the game, …

Madison Southern routs Whitley County, 48-6

WILLIAMSBURG — Senior running back Semaj DeShields had four rushing touchdowns to help lead the Madison Southern Eagles to a 48-6 win over Whitley County last Friday night. For DeShields, …

Madison Southern falls to West Jessamine, 16-14

Madison Southern fell to West Jessamine, 16-14, last Friday in a tough Senior Night battle. Madison Southern senior quarterback Gabriel Beard was 8-for-17 through the air for 73 yards. He tossed …

Rocky Top and the Art of Expecting the Worst

(LEXINGTON, Ky.) — Kentucky is 7–1. I'll repeat that for those of you who've spent the last half-century following Wildcat football and are understandably having trouble processing the …

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Victory doesn’t always go to the strongest

There’s just something appealing about stories with surprising endings, like the one about the man who took his little beagle along on an African safari. According to the tale, the dog wandered …

Man-at-Arms: The Gunsite Rules (Rule #1)

This column is the opinion of the author and not the expressed views of the Berea Citizen, its management and ownership. It is fashionable to argue one man simply cannot make a difference. …

Life after service

Trampus Miller lost a leg to an improvised bomb in Iraq in 2008. His recovery at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center took three and a half years and more than 100 surgeries. Later, he …

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Pair of glasses proves depressing for snake

Current Events: Local (“Uneasy lies the head that wears a crown.”)

Unlike us, Jesus is never too busy to take our calls

Current Events: State (Handicapping the ‘27 Governor’s Cup)

Election will test how far Trump has fallen in Kentucky

Old man’s moped outruns Corvette

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Traveling for the holidays? Here's how to save

Ally Financial reports tips for holiday travel budgeting: create an agenda, budget your stay, shop early for gifts, travel off-peak, go with a group, and consider travel insurance.

The Thanksgiving NFL archive: 5 statistical anomalies that defy decades of football logic

SBD reports on five Thanksgiving NFL statistical anomalies, highlighting remarkable performances, odd trends, and historical records from Turkey Day games.

The Thanksgiving NFL archive: 5 statistical anomalies that defy decades of football logic

SBD reports on five Thanksgiving NFL statistical anomalies, highlighting remarkable performances, odd trends, and historical records from Turkey Day games.

What research shows about studying techniques and recall

Quizlet reports that research shows self-testing improves memory retention more than rereading materials, despite students feeling more confident when rereading.

Money-saving energy tips to brave the cold months

Intuit TurboTax reports energy-saving tips for winter after Daylight Saving Time, including bundling up, using space heaters, and sealing drafts.