Facility will now be known as the Citizens National Bank Pavilion through new partnership SOMERSET, KENTUCKY (October 20, 2020) — Thanks to a new public-private partnership between the City of Somerset and Citizens National Bank, the Lake Cumberland … [Read more...] about Citizens National Bank makes 10-year financial commitment to Lake Cumberland Farmers Market
Arts & Culture
City of Somerset assumes ownership of Virginia Theatre
Downtown Somerset Development Corporation deeds building to city with stipulation renovations will be completed SOMERSET, KENTUCKY (October 12, 2020) — Somerset City Council passed a resolution at Monday’s meeting to assume ownership of the Virginia … [Read more...] about City of Somerset assumes ownership of Virginia Theatre
Somerset leader John Perkins recognized through downtown mural, #seemyset story series
Written, photo and video essays to be released in coming weeks John Perkins has never been one to dwell on the past. In fact, he only looks there in gratitude to the people who have supported him. As a young man, Perkins often visited the old … [Read more...] about Somerset leader John Perkins recognized through downtown mural, #seemyset story series
Painting hydrants beautifies city, enhances fire protection efforts
Colors indicate water flow and help Somerset achieve important ISO rating Somerset residents may have noticed that fire hydrants throughout the city have recently been painted bright new shades of color — some even decorated to celebrate school teams … [Read more...] about Painting hydrants beautifies city, enhances fire protection efforts
New speaker system brings music to downtown streets
Partnership makes WYKY-FM the “Official Radio Station of Downtown Somerset” Downtown Somerset residents and business owners were greeted with music June 11 as the City of Somerset turned on its new outdoor speakers. Through a partnership with … [Read more...] about New speaker system brings music to downtown streets
City of Somerset hosts Read with Spirit Contest for local youth
As the school year ends and social distancing efforts continue because of COVID-19, the City of Somerset is hosting a contest to encourage local youth to keep reading while they’re staying healthy at home. The Read with Spirit Contest is open to … [Read more...] about City of Somerset hosts Read with Spirit Contest for local youth
