Statewide News
Daniel Cameron visits Edmonton
By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News On Friday, people filed into the Metcalfe County Justice Center courtroom waiting for Daniel Cameron to arrive. The usual campaign assistants greeted folks as they arrived, signed in, and were seated. The 51st Attorney General of Kentucky began his speech by saying how welcomed he had been by…
Read MoreButler Funeral Home
New owner vows to local compassion Allyson Dix Jobe Publishing, Inc. A few weeks ago, the Edmonton Herald News reported briefly a story about a funeral home director, Nathan Morris, who participated in a forgery that led to violations with the state board. Jobe Publishing, Inc. (JPI) has unsuccessfully attempted to obtain documents through…
Read MoreMammoth Cave Aquarium Expo
By Mary Beth Sallee Jobe Publishing, Inc. Axolotls, geckos, betta fish, and more made their way to Cave City as the Mammoth Cave Aquarium Expo came to town. Held August 19-20, the expo gave vendors the chance to showcase their aquatic wildlife and products, while also providing the community with the opportunity to make…
Read MoreMetcalfe County High School names new head Softball Coach
By Torrie Osbon Communications Director Metcalfe County High School is proud to welcome Deena Hurt as the new head coach of the Lady Hornet Softball Team. Hurt served as an assistant coach for the MCHS softball program for the past eight seasons. During her 25 years of experience, she also coached basketball, cross country,…
Read MoreSmall citizens, big hearts
Mary Beth Sallee Managing Editor Hart Co. News-Herald When it was time for Vicki Hazel to walk to Munfordville City Hall to pay her water bill, her grandsons Keiton and Greyson Wease were in tow. But what usually would have been just another stroll along Main Street turned into much more when her grandsons…
Read MoreDiamond Colonelettes Prepare for First Performance
“Excellence, Poise, Elegance” By Katrina England Reporter, Hart Co. News-Herald Those attending Caverna ball games can expect a forgotten tradition to make a return. Caverna High School (CHS) has restarted their Majorette program, now named the Diamond Colonelettes, under the direction of Coach Jalen Woodard. Three juniors, Kiana Kirk, Ajohanna Paul, and Genesis Garnett,…
Read MoreNew Owners of Butlers Funeral Home
By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News As of Thursday, August 3rd, Butler Funeral Home officially changed ownership. The historic funeral home is now under the sole ownership of John Horan whose great-grandparents began a funeral business in 1890. The new Managing Funeral Director, Dennis McWhorter would like to introduce himself to the community. “Like…
Read MorePros and Cons
By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News The Metcalfe County fiscal court met in special session having moved the meeting to Wednesday evening. Judge/Executive Larry Wilson referring to the 911 Dispatch problem, “What I would like to do in the next few meetings is bring in different options for the magistrates and anyone who wants…
Read MoreThird Sunday Tradition
By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News It all started back around 1845 when a local landowner named Ezekiel Neal discovered a gushing mineral-laden water (Sulphur, magnesium, and iron) well while drilling for saltwater at about 180 feet. In 1903, Catlett W. Thompson built the Beulla Villa Hotel across from the park where the well…
Read MoreIs Glasgow bullying Edmonton into consolidating?
By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News The August meeting of the Edmonton City Council was held on Monday, August 7th with several members unable to attend. Those absent were council members Stacy Beard and Tommy England, Police Chief Delaney Wilson, ABC Administrator Fred Ray, and Attorney Brian Pack. Council member and 911 board member…
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