First ever Hellbender Festival kicks off at Fort Boonesborough this Saturday
The mainly Appalachian salamander--North America's largest--is becoming endangered
September 02, 2026William Bryant
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Berea Board of Ed says goodbye to Rohrer now, Burnside and McCay later
BEREA – The Berea Independent School Board is preparing for changes in its membership after Board member Sarah Rohrer resigned and longtime members Jackie Burnside, PhD, and Tom McCay, announced they will not seek additional terms. Rohrer, whose term began in October 2024, said she is leaving the position with gratitude
August 12, 2026
Berea Celtic Fest and Gathering returns for its 17th year
BEREA—More than 70 musicians, singers, and dancers from 12 states will come to Berea from August 13 through August 16 for the Berea Celtic Fest and Gathering, a celebration of art and music from across the seven Celtic nations. The event includes concerts, workshops, presentations, traditional music sessions, and
August 06, 2026
Berea cinema project to host free screening of Hepburn/Grant classic, “Charade”
The Appalachia Cinema Preservation Society aims to save abandoned movie theaters in the region
July 17, 2026
Honoring hometown heroes with patriotic banners
BEREA – Banners honoring local veterans and active-duty military members have been installed along Chestnut Street as part of Berea’s first Community Heroes Banner Program. The program was created as a partnership between Berea Tourism and the City of Berea to recognize community members who have served in the
July 10, 2026
Madison County man charged with murder-domestic violence after fatal shooting
MADISON COUNTY—Jake McClure, 34, has been charged with murder-domestic violence after fatally shooting roommate Eddie Matthews, 64, on July 6. McClure called 911 after shooting Matthews. The Madison County Sheriff's Office responded to the call at approximately 7:54 pm at 219 Barker Lane East. The
July 07, 2026
Nearly all opioid settlement funds statewide still unspent, analysis finds
'Blood money' that has been spent has been largely 'ineffective'
July 01, 2026
Stars in their eyes, poetry in their hearts
The Pinnacles Astronomy club invites the public to a special Cosmic Cafe
June 13, 2026
Juneteenth party expands to Richmond, will rock Berea for third consecutive year
Activities in both cities will celebrate important date in US History
June 10, 2026