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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…

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Up 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          

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COVID-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…

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MC 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…

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Hornets 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…

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Chrysanthe‘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?…

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Audit 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…

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Cave 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…

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Fowler 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…

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Lile 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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