Statewide News
Preventing heat-related deaths
By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News It seems that every year we hear the horrible news of a child left in a hot car with deadly consequences. Perhaps you ask yourself, “How could you forget your child?” It’s easier than you think with everyone busy running here and there. Or maybe you are breaking…
Read MoreAmbulance Woes
By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News The Barren-Metcalfe County Emergency Medical Services Board of Directors met on Wednesday, April 28th at the TJ Samson Community Center. Moving down the agenda, the Barren-Metcalfe Emergency Medical Services Board (BMEMS) Executive Director Joe Middleton presented Mr. Fay Neal with an award in appreciation for his many years…
Read MoreFarmers Market offers opportunity for all
By Mary Beth Sallee Managing Editor Hart Co. News-Herald Fresh produce, homemade jams, and delicious baked goods. If these interest your taste buds, you can shop these foods and more at the Hart County Farmers Market in Munfordville. The Hart County Farmers Market provides the community access to locally grown food, allowing buyers to know…
Read MoreEngland, UC team claim another national title
Mary Beth Sallee Managing Editor Hart Co. News-Herald Matthew England, a 2020 graduate of Hart County High School, is once again a national champion. England is an upcoming senior at the University of the Cumberlands (UC) in Williamsburg, Ky., where he is a member of the Patriot’s archery team. Recently, the team defeated Texas…
Read MoreMetcafle County Middle School Beta Winners
MCES Jr Beta wins multiple awards
Submitted by Torrie Osbon MCS Director of Communications The MCES Jr. Beta Club brought home loads of hardware from the National Beta Convention, where they competed with students from all across the country. **National Convention held a service project this year to collect school supplies for students who are in need in the Louisville…
Read MoreSummer Breakfast
By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News The Edmonton Metcalfe Chamber of Commerce summer breakfast last Tuesday began with the Business of the Quarter award presented to Minnie’s Southern Café LLC. The café serves home cooking with a bit of flair. The hot bar offers a special each day that is delicious whether you dine…
Read MorePickleball bounces into Hart County
Mary Beth Sallee Managing Editor Hart Co. News-Herald One of the fastest-growing sports has made its way to Hart County. Pickleball courts have been constructed at Thelma Stovall Park in Munfordville. Players, whether seeking the sport as a hobby or competitively, will now have a permanent outdoor place to practice and play. A ribbon…
Read MoreHam Radio Field Day
By Allyson Dix Jobe Publishing, Inc. The Amateur Radio Relay League (ARRL) hosted its annual ham radio communications Field Day on June 24th and 25th, which is the single most popular on-the-air event held each year. The Amateur Radio community comes together around the world on the last weekend each June and everyone is…
Read MoreSix retire in Metcalfe
By Torrie Osbon Director of Communications The Metcalfe County Board of Education met for a special called meeting on Thursday, June 15th. The meeting served as the board’s monthly meeting for June. Superintendent Josh Hurt and building principals presented gifts of appreciation to the following employees, who are retiring at the end of June.…
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