Monticello Recognized as Kentucky Proud Certified City in Statewide Agriculture Initiative
Monticello, Kentucky, has been designated as one of the first six communities to participate in the inaugural Kentucky Proud Certified Cities program. This new statewide initiative, a collaboration between the Kentucky Department of Agriculture’s Kentucky Proud program and the Kentucky League of Cities, aims to strengthen the connection between local governments, consumers, and the state's agricultural sector. The program recognizes municipalities that actively support farmers, agricultural businesses, local food systems, and agriculture-focused community development. Monticello received a bronze certification, joining Winchester, Beaver Dam, Paducah, Middlesboro, and Newport as pilot cities. Winchester achieved the first gold certification, while Beaver Dam and Paducah received silver designations. This recognition highlights Monticello's long-standing commitment to agriculture, which remains a vital part of Wayne County's identity and economy, supporting local jobs and preserving rural heritage through f...
