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Happy 100
Special to the Herald-News Many of you may not know him, but Robert Reece, or Bob as many call him has been in this world for 100 years as of June 18, 2023. That’s a serious accomplishment considering he was also in WWII on the USS Davison guarding supply ships. It was noted that this…
Read MoreFull Steam Ahead!
PSC is open for business By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News Last Monday, June 12th, what many naysayers said would never happen…happened. Pennington Stave Company officially started production. The Chamber’s Executive Director Kim Harwood and a Herald-News representative were invited to the factory by owner Chad Pennington to watch the equipment being operated and to…
Read MoreSummerfest Success
By PJ Martin The Herald-News The sunshine and the heat kicked into high gear for Summerfest on June 3rd, but the crowd didn’t disappoint. This year’s new event Metcalfe Idol brought out many talented people in Metcalfe County along with live performances by Bryant Stockton, The Showstoppers, and Little David and Bad Country. Vendor…
Read MoreGiving dogs a fur-ever home
By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News Important changes are coming soon to the Metcalfe County Animal Shelter. The current shelter has been taken care of by Dr. David Lafever and his wife Donna since it opened in December 2016. Their hard work has helped over 830 dogs get adopted. The shelter is only equipped…
Read MoreFunding 911
By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News The members of the Edmonton City Council met on Monday, June 5th with all members present. The main topic of the meeting was the status of the Barren/Metcalfe 911 agreement. As in years past, some members of the Barren/Metcalfe 911 Board have insisted that Metcalfe pay a large…
Read MoreReapportionment
By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News The Metcalfe County Fiscal Court met on Tuesday, May 30th for a special called meeting. Before the special meeting, the Public Hearing for the use of County Road Aid or LGEA Funds was opened. There were no comments or letters received so the public hearing was closed. Court…
Read MoreRemembering those lost
By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News Metcalfe County Memorial Day ceremonies were held on Sunday, May 28th at 1:30 p.m. in the historic courthouse yard. Bill Lagermann Commander of American Legion Post 65 welcomed everyone to the ceremony followed by the Metcalfe County High School band playing our country’s beautiful National Anthem. Everyone followed…
Read MoreUPDATE FOUND -Missing mother and two children
UPDATE: We are happy to share that Anissa and the children have been located and are safe. Thanks to everyone for their help and sharing the post. UPDATE: Law enforcement officers have NOT made official contact with Anissa or the children. They are still entered as missing persons. The Kentucky State Police are asking…
Read MoreTo build or not to build
By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News The Metcalfe County Fiscal Court met on Tuesday, May 23rd with all in attendance. Cathy Nunn addressed the court as a citizen of Metcalfe County speaking for others who do not want a stage built in the historic courthouse yard. She stated, “We don’t feel like the building…
Read MorePossible school enhancements
By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News The April meeting agenda for the Metcalfe County Board of Education included two action items: 5D. Consider Approve BG1 Expansion Multi-Purpose Center at MCHS. 5E. Consider Approve BG1 To Construct Athletic Complex at MCHS. What is a BG1? A BG1 is an application required per the Kentucky Constitution…
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