Florence, KY news on Monday, October 19, 2026
In Florence, KY on Monday, October 19, 2026: Boone County judge race, jail tax on ballot. Also: Boone County boys varsity basketball plays Ryle on January 8, 2027; watch live on NFHS Network; Boone County girls varsity basketball hosts Villa Madonna on January 12, 2027; available on NFHS Network. Weather: Mostly clear skies today with highs around 66°F and gentle winds.
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Headlines
- Boone County's contested circuit judge race focuses on juvenile and criminal case handling ahead of election.KOMU 8 · · Around
News & local government
- Boone County voters will decide on a three-eighths-cent sales tax to fund a new jail facility.News-Press NOW · · Around
- Martin and Brewer are competing in Boone County's only contested House race this election cycle.KOMU 8 · · Around
- Boone County Sheriff prioritizes new jail campaign while Amendment 8 takes secondary focus in platform.ABC17NEWS · · Around
- Rep. Mark Alford defends his 4th Congressional District seat in the midterm election.KOMU 8 · · Around
Safety & emergencies
- A Crocker resident was injured in a crash in Boone County; details remain limited.NEA Report · · Around
Traffic & transport
- Gentry Building construction will close some downtown Columbia sidewalks; plan alternate routes.KOMU 8 · · Around
Business & new openings
- Midway USA, one of the region's largest employers in Columbia and Boone County, generates roughly $500 million annually.93.9 The Eagle · · Around
Sports
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