Statewide News
Gambling Helpline Calls More Than Double in 2024
Mike Stone KYCPG Executive Director Total calls, texts, and chats to the Kentucky problem gambling helpline more than doubled in 2024 compared to 2023 data. The Kentucky Council on Problem Gambling (KYCPG) believes the increase is attributable to a full year of sports gambling in Kentucky and the accompanying volume of sports gambling advertising…
Read More2024 Patriot’s Pen
By Torrie Osbon Communication Director The 2024 Patriot’s Pen essay contest winners were recognized during a joint Veteran’s Day program hosted by Metcalfe County Middle School and Metcalfe County High School. Conducted nationwide, the VFW-sponsored youth essay competition gives 6th, 7th, and 8th-grade students the opportunity to express their opinions on a patriotic theme…
Read MoreKentuckians Urged To Get “REAL ID Ready” as Six-Month Mark to Federal Enforcement Date Approaches
REAL ID required to board U.S. commercial flights, access military bases beginning May 7, 2025 Special to The Banner LEXINGTON, Ky. (Nov. 7, 2024) – In just six months, every Kentuckian 18 years of age or older will need a REAL ID or another acceptable form of identification to travel domestically and access certain federal facilities, including military…
Read MorePrincipal for a Day program
Special to the Herald-News Photos by Torrie Osbon Metcalfe County High School had a special visitor last Thursday. Thank you to State Senator Max Wise for taking part in the Kentucky Association of School Administrators Principal for a Day Program. Students were excited to show off what they are learning inside and outside of…
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Paramedic Shortage
By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News The Barren-Metcalfe County Emergency Medical Services Board of Directors met on October 23rd at the TJ Samson Community Hospital board room. A quorum was present with five of six members in attendance. Finance Report The August and September financial reports were presented by Executive Treasurer/Secretary Shawn Estes.…
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 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 MoreBarn Lot Theater Celebrates National Arts and Humanities Month
By Kyle Hadley Executive Director Metcalfe County, KY – October 2024: Barn Lot Theater, a cornerstone of cultural enrichment in Metcalfe County, is proud to join thousands of arts organizations and communities across the nation in celebrating National Arts and Humanities Month (NAHM) throughout October. This month-long celebration highlights the civic importance of the…
Read MorePumpkins Finding Their Place on the Farm
This fall favorite is becoming more popular with Kentucky farm families. By Tim Thornberry, Editor Kentucky Farm Bureau News There aren’t too many things that indicate fall has arrived more than the sight of pumpkins at nearly every retail food store, in farmers’ markets, and through direct farm sales. And while this state may be…
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