Edmonton News
Veterans helping Veterans
By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News Are you an honorably discharged veteran? If so, you may want to check out the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) Chapter 20. The local Chapter 20 is located in Glasgow; however, its membership covers many counties. Chapter 20 is Commanded by Curtis Littrell and they meet every 4th Tuesday…
Read MoreTire and Trash Recycling
By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News The Edmonton/Metcalfe Industrial Development Authority (IDA) held its regular meeting on Monday, October 21st with board members Lisa Boswell, Jerry Garmon, Donna Caffee, Matt Gallagher, and Luke Wilson. Also in attendance were Mayor Doug Smith, Judge/Executive Larry Wilson, and reporter PJ Martin. The only member absent was Terry…
Read MoreMetcalfe Schools Receive Report Card
By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) released its 2023-2024 Assessment and Accountability Results in a 64-page report on October 1, 2024. This is the third year this specific assessment has been done. The ‘Every Student Succeeds Act’ (ESSA) and Senate Bill 158, which was amended in 2020, hold…
Read MoreAudits and Funds
By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News The Metcalfe County Fiscal Court met in a regular session on Thursday, October 24th with all magistrates present. The only one absent was County Attorney Sharon Howard. The agenda was adopted and the minutes from the October 10th meeting were approved after motions were made by Magistrate Daniel…
Read MoreCoffee with Comer
By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News On Wednesday, October 16, Congressman James Comer (R-1st District) visited the Old School Café in Edmonton to meet with citizens, answer questions, and give an update on what is happening in Washington, DC. District Director Sandy Simpson was also on hand to offer support to anyone who had…
Read MoreLoud Opinions Expressed
By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News The Metcalfe County Fiscal Court met in a regular session on Thursday, September 26th with all magistrates present. Attorney Holly Coleman sat in for Attorney Sharon Howard and Occupational Tax Administrator Lorrie Gilpin took notes in Treasurer Page Edwards’ absence. The agenda was adopted and the minutes from…
Read MoreInterlocal Agreement Approved
By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News The Edmonton City Council met on Thursday, October 3rd in a special called meeting with everyone in attendance. Mayor Doug Smith reminded the council, “This is considered a special call meeting due to the date change, and only items on the agenda may be discussed.” The minutes from…
Read MoreRepairs, Roads, and a Resolution
By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News The Metcalfe County Fiscal Court met in a regular session on Thursday, September 26th with all magistrates present. The agenda was adopted with a motion by Magistrate Ronnie Miller and Daniel Bragg and the minutes from the September 12th meeting were approved with motions being made by Magistrates…
Read MoreFall Chamber Breakfast
By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News Despite the heavy rain showers, the Chamber breakfast was well attended with approximately 100 people present. Bragg gave the audience an update on the stage project saying, “We finally found a home for the pavilion that’s currently in the courthouse yard. It will be going to Sulphur Well…
Read MoreShort Agenda
By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News The Edmonton/Metcalfe Industrial Development Authority (IDA) held its regular meeting on Monday, September 16th with board members Lisa Boswell, Jerry Garmon, Donna Caffee, Matt Gallagher, and Luke Wilson. Also in attendance were Mayor Doug Smith, Judge/Executive Larry Wilson, and reporter PJ Martin. The only member absent was Terry…
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