Madison, IN Sunny intervals 43°
Listen Live

Sturgill Simpson Named Colonel In Home State

Sturgill Simpson, center, listened while Sen. Morgan McGarvey left, spoke Tuesday on the floor of the state Senate in Frankfort. Christian Tyler Randolph

Kentucky Colonel

The governor of Kentucky is honoring Sturgill Simpson with the highest title of honor someone can receive.  The singer-songwriter from Jackson was named a Kentucky Colonel this week.  He was honored by both the state House of Representatives and the state Senate.  Representative James Kay called Simpson "a proud Kentuckian" and "a man of the people."

More from Country Music News

Events

Local News

Indiana Department of Education Encourages Participation in Summer Meal Program

Schools and qualified community organizations are invited to participate in the program.

Two Arrested Following Search In Hanover

This investigation remains ongoing. Additional charges may be filed

Madison Man Receives 45-Year Sentence for Calculated Child Sexual Exploitation Scheme

Sentence reflects the seriousness of Perry’s actions

Local Sports

Local Sports for Feb 7, 2026

Any missing scores or to report a score email news@953wiki.com

Local Sports for Feb 5, 2026

Any missing scores or to report a score email news@953wiki.com

Five ORVC Stars Earn Weekly Honors

ORVC Report for Jan. 26-31.