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Photos by Chris Lagermann American Legion Post 65 Edmonton-Metcalfe County held its monthly meeting on Saturday, June 8, 2024. David England presided over the swearing-in of the new officers for 2024-2025. The new Commander is David Hill, replacing Bill Lagermann. The 2024-25 Adjutant is Alan Pizor, replacing Bill Lagermann. The new Finance Officer is…
Read MoreTJ Samson Pavilion Third Floor Expansion
By Cherie Vaughan Jobe Publishing, Inc. T.J. Regional Health, as it is now called, held a Legislator Appreciation Reception to reveal the start of construction on the third floor of the Pavilion. The first two floors of the T.J Health Pavilion opened in 2013 with plans to expand to the third floor in the…
Read MoreExcellence in Teaching Awards
By Torrie Osbon Director of Communications This year’s Campbellsville University’s Excellence in Teaching award winners are Mr. Adam Howard, Metcalfe County High School, Mrs. Buddie Brockman, Metcalfe County Middle School, and Mrs. Christie Anderson, Metcalfe County Elementary School. Campbellsville University began the Excellence in Teaching Award Program in 1987 to recognize quality teaching in…
Read MoreWhere is the money?
Teachers, community upset after board passes 1% pay raise Mary Beth Sallee Managing Editor Hart Co. News Herald The Hart County School District has long used the term “One Hart” to show unity across the county. But during last month’s Board of Education meeting, certified staff were given a mere 1% raise, leaving many…
Read MoreEasterday sentenced to 30 months in prison
Mary Beth Sallee Managing Editor Hart Co. News Herald Israel James Easterday, age 23 of Munfordville, was recently sentenced in United States District Court to 30 months in prison, as well as 500 hours of community service. He was also ordered to pay $2,000 in restitution. According to the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ)…
Read MoreWaggoner, Bivens participate in Republican Candidate debate
Mary Beth Sallee Managing Editor Hart Co. News Herald Last week, the LaRue County Republican Party hosted a Candidate Debate for the 24th District State Representative Republican nominees Asa Waggoner of Hart County and Ryan Bivens of LaRue County. The debate occurred at Vibe Coffee in Hodgenville and was moderated by Pastor Joe Webster…
Read MoreWoman seeks kidney donor
By Lisa Coffey Times Journal Jobe Publishing, Inc. In 2020, Heather Stanton’s life was routine. She spent her days working and taking care of her family’s needs. But the results of routine blood work would change that. Stanton’s doctor called to tell her the blood work showed elevated levels indicating her kidneys were not…
Read MoreMCHS Student Selected for Entrepreneur Program
By Torrie Osbon Director of Communications A Metcalfe County student has been selected to attend the Governor’s School for Entrepreneurs (GSE) Summer Startup program. Aubrey Glass is a 17-year-old sophomore at Metcalfe County High School. She will spend three weeks at the University of Kentucky developing entrepreneurial skills and learning from successful business people.…
Read MoreBonnieville City Council discusses possible dissolution of city
Mary Beth Sallee Managing Editor Hart Co. News Herald During the Bonnieville City Council meeting on April 8, discussions were held regarding the future of the city. Present during the meeting was Mayor Marie Whitlow and Council members Johnny Hornback, Colby Smith, Larry Srygler, Danny Thompson, Sherman Bowman, and Wyonia Sue Butler. Dissolution Discussion…
Read MoreMetcalfe County set to receive $11.05 million for local improvements
Laura Leigh Goins Deputy Chief of Staff for Media Frankfort, Kentucky (April 15, 2024) – Representative Amy Neighbors announced more than $11 million in state funding returning to Metcalfe County to invest in transportation infrastructure. “It is known that healthy roads lead to an even healthier economy,” said Neighbors. “It is exciting to see…
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