Statewide News
Branstetter inducted into National 4-H Hall of Fame
Submitted The National 4-H Council announced that long-time volunteer and Kentucky native, Linda Branstetter, was inducted into the National 4-H Hall of Fame. The prestigious award recognizes Branstetter for five decades of service to the 4-H organization and her significant contributions to the community. “I was surprised and overwhelmed,” Branstetter said. “Many specialists, volunteers,…
Read MorePreserving Local History
Church members launch campaign to repair historic schoolhouse Mary Beth Sallee Managing Editor Hart Co. News-Herald If you’ve ever traveled east along Rube Smith Road in Canmer, there’s a good chance you’ve reached Halltown Road. Sitting upon the corner where both roads meet is a red building known as the Halltown Colored School, located…
Read MoreStudents represent Hart County at inaugural parade
Mary Beth Sallee Managing Editor Hart Co. News-Herald On December 12, several Hart County students got the chance of a lifetime when they were able to march in Governor Andy Beshear’s Inauguration Day Parade. Among those marching in the parade were students representing 4-H, Future Farmers of America (FFA), and Future Business Leaders of…
Read MoreKessler Celebrates Milestone
70 Years Service to Masonic Lodge Katrina England Reporter Hart Co. News-Herald Motorcycle enthusiast, Veteran, Kentucky Colonel. As he prepares to celebrate his 95th birthday on May 20, Dale Kessler has a rich life of accomplishments to celebrate. He recently added another accomplishment: 70 years of service to Shawnee Masonic Lodge #830 in Louisville,…
Read MoreGarrett Honored on Retirement
A review of 2023
By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News 2023 started with a lot of frozen pipe damage. Although the freezing temperatures that burst so many pipes occurred on Christmas Eve 2022, the repairs lasted long into 2023. The Metcalfe Health Care Center was forced to evacuate 62 residents to other facilities after multiple water lines burst…
Read MoreCommunity Sawdust Issue
By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News At the fiscal court meeting held last Thursday, Carol Perkins along with Rita Shaw were in attendance to discuss a sawdust issue in the area near Pennington Stave Company. “I’m not one to take a stand publically as such, but when it involves your 102-year-old mother and your…
Read MoreDoes he get paid or not?
By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News The Metcalfe County fiscal court met on Thursday, December 14th for a special called meeting with everyone in attendance. When a meeting is moved from its normally scheduled time to another it is considered a special called meeting and only items listed on the agenda can be discussed.…
Read MoreTo give or not to give
By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News Animals are not gifts, they are living breathing souls who require a 10-20-year commitment. Do you know someone who would love to have a dog or cat and you are thinking about surprising them with one for Christmas? We will look at the pros and cons and see…
Read MoreA Cut Above the Rest
Mary Beth Sallee Hart Co. News Herald Growing up, Jason Larimore knew what it was like to go without. Due to life circumstances and decisions, he wasn’t sure what would become of his future. But his perspective in life changed for the better – all thanks to a local barber and a two dollar…
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