Hiseville man named World Grand Champion
Jennifer Moonsong Division Publisher Metcalfe & Barren Hiseville resident Jeff Williams says that he is a “horse fanatic”. Even so, he didn’t expect his obsession to turn into the title of World Grand Champion, but it has. Earlier this month, Williams gained his new title at the Racking Horse World Celebration. Simply winning the…
Read MoreUp and Coming Metcalfe County
Special to the Herald-News After the stagnation of 2020, as 2021 draws to a close Edmonton and Metcalfe County are the soul of activity and renewal. The downtown location of ESB is getting a facelift this fall. Photo by Jennifer Moonsong
Read MoreCOVID-19: What is an incidence rate?
Mary Beth Sallee Reporter, Hart County News-Herald As the COVID-19 pandemic continues on, much discussion has revolved around what an incidence rate is and how it affects local decisions. According to information received from the Barren River District Health Department (BRDHD), an incidence rate is used to gain a better understanding of the spread…
Read MoreMC Fiscal Court – Emergency operation plan approved
Jennifer Moonsong Division Publishing Metcalfe and Barren At the September 28 regularly scheduled meeting of the Metcalfe County Fiscal Court, the main topic of discussion was Fiscal Courts’ approval of the Emergency Operation Plan, addressed by Emory Kidd of Emergency Management. It was approved, pending crucial changes. The former Mayor and former Judge/ Executive…
Read MoreHornets tame Wildcats 41 – 13
By T. Wampler Jobe Publishing Sports The Hornets tamed the Wildcats 41-13 to claim their second 2A District 3 win of the season. Metcalfe County High School takes on their longtime rival and district opponent, the Monroe County Falcons next. Prior to the victory over the Wildcats, MCHS defeated Clinton County 34-6 adjusting to…
Read MoreChrysanthe‘mums’
By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News The one flower most thought of in fall is likely the chrysanthemum or mum. Their vast splashes of color just scream fall. Mums are usually planted in the fall, but did you know that they are likely not the perennial variety and will not come back next year?…
Read MoreAudit reveals $784K cash transfers not approved by BC Fiscal Court
Allyson Dix Jobe Publishing, Inc. Three findings were listed on the audit from the office of Mike Harmon, Auditor of Public Accounts, for the Barren County Fiscal Court. At their regular meeting on Sept. 21, current County Treasurer Jenny Hoffman was available for questions surrounding the audit results. Hoffman was appointed Treasurer in August…
Read MoreCave City council members address zoning ordinances
Allyson Dix Jobe Publishing, Inc. The Cave City Council was divided with a 2-4 vote last Friday evening regarding proposed changes to the city’s zoning ordinance. In a special called meeting, council members met for the second reading of Ordinance #21-13-9A, as well as other ordinances on the agenda. The amendments being considered to…
Read MoreFowler retires
Mary Beth Sallee Reporter, Hart County News-Herald Debbie Fowler, Assistant Superintendent of the Hart County School System, is retiring effective October 1, 2021. Mrs. Fowler began her educational journey in Hart County as a student at LeGrande Elementary School. After graduating from Hart County High School, she furthered her education at Campbellsville College and…
Read MoreLile announces candidacy in 2022 election
Jennifer Moonsong Division Publisher Metcalfe and Barren In a press release last Wednesday morning, former superintendent of the Metcalfe County school system, Benny Lile announced his Republican candidacy for Judge/Executive. In the press release, Lile said his reason for running is to give back to the community. Lile, a Metcalfe County native and…
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