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EMRMC nurse recognized for extraordinary service
Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center (EMRMC) is pleased to recognize and honor one of its nurses for his extraordinary patient care. Brian Munsen, L.P.N., a nurse on the Medical Surgical Unit, was one of many nurses nominated for the DAISY Award. A resident of Boyle County, Brian has been caring for patients at EMRMC for […] The post EMRMC nurse recognized for extraordinary service appeared first on The Advocate-Messenger.
Joint investigation leads to narcotic seizure
Deputies of the Boyle County Sheriff’s Office, along with officers of the Harrodsburg Police Department, conducted a drug investigation that led to a traffic stop on Hubble Road near Lancaster Road on April 10. During the traffic stop, deputies/officers learned that the passenger of the vehicle, identified as Shannon Penman, had an active warrant for […] The post Joint investigation leads to narcotic seizure appeared first on The Advocate-Messenger.
Boil Water Advisories a point of concern at Perryville meeting
lance.gaither@bluegrassnewsmedia.com During a meeting of the Perryville City Council on April 11, local leaders spoke about the frequent boil water advisories affecting Perryville and western Boyle County. The advisories have been caused by the existing waterline being broken during the ongoing project to install a second water main along Perryville Road. At the time of […] The post Boil Water Advisories a point of concern at Perryville meeting appeared first on The Advocate-Messenger.
Boyle County Cultural Arts Exhibit winners announced
Boyle County Extension has announced the winners of the Boyle County Cultural Arts contest. All first place winners are now eligible to enter their items in the “Area Culture Arts Contest,” which will take place at the Franklin County Extension office on Tuesday, April 23. Winners are below: CATEGORIES/SUBCATEGORIES APPAREL Specialty— First Place-Marilyn Houchin; Second […] The post Boyle County Cultural Arts Exhibit winners announced appeared first on The Advocate-Messenger.
Boyle County property transfers
Property transfers recently recorded in the Boyle County Clerk’s office include: Robert and Roberta Trayner to John and Meagan Perrin, property in Boyle County, $234,900. George Guerrant to Connie Beale, property on Boone Trail, $300,000. Raymond Young to National Residential Nominee Services Inc., property in Huntington Creek subdivision, $258,000. National Nominee Services Inc. to Anthony […] The post Boyle County property transfers appeared first on The Advocate-Messenger.
Review: Boyle County’s “Mean Girls” is a hit
lance.gaither@bluegrassnewsmedia.com Boyle County Schools’ production of “Mean Girls: The High School Version” brought a great turnout at Saturday’s showing at the Boyle County Performing Arts Center. The theater was full of laughs as Boyle County students put on an impressive act. The show is an enjoyable experience sure to get a laugh from viewers, whether […] The post Review: Boyle County’s “Mean Girls” is a hit appeared first on The Advocate-Messenger.
Regional Job Fair was the largest yet
lance.gaither@bluegrassnewsmedia.com Despite the rain on April 11, Danville’s The Showroom was packed for the biggest regional job fair yet with 51 companies. Companies at the Spring 2024 Regional Job Fair varied from a variety of occupations. Employers included Parker Meggitt, Kimball International, Centre College, American Greetings, Shaker Village, PBK Bank, and many more. “Turnout is […] The post Regional Job Fair was the largest yet appeared first on The Advocate-Messenger.
From Our Files
100 YEARS AGO — 1924 Richard Gentry sold the famous Gentry farm on Harrodsburg Road to his nephew Peter Gentry Caldwell. The land sold for $218 per acre. It was the largest real estate deal that had been made in months, in Boyle County. Dr. W.F. Hatfield opened a modern, sanitary barber shop on Fourth […] The post From Our Files appeared first on The Advocate-Messenger.
Boyle County Fire Department Board of Trustees meeting has been rescheduled for Wednesday, April 24
Boyle County Fire Department Board of Trustees meeting has been rescheduled for Wednesday, April 24, at 6 p.m. at the Boyle County Fire Department Headquarters (1500 Lebanon Road, Danville, KY). The post Boyle County Fire Department Board of Trustees meeting has been rescheduled for Wednesday, April 24 appeared first on The Advocate-Messenger.
Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center receives $1.5 million grant
Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center (EMRMC) has received a $1.5 million federal grant from the USDA Rural Development Community Facilities Program. The grant funding was included as part of a federal appropriations package signed into law on March 8. U.S. Representative James Comer, who represents Boyle County, helped to secure the grant funding for EMRMC. […] The post Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center receives $1.5 million grant appeared first on The Advocate-Messenger.
Eat More Fruits and Veggies
By Alethea Bruzek, Boyle County Extension We all know that we should eat at least five servings of fruits and vegetables a day, but many of us don’t get the recommended servings. Fruits and vegetables are important to our diet, because they provide necessary nutrients and are high in dietary fiber and low in calories, […] The post Eat More Fruits and Veggies appeared first on The Advocate-Messenger.
Earth Day Festival happening Saturday at the Extension Office
lance.gaither@bluegrassnewsmedia.com Earth Day 2024 is Saturday, April 20, and citizens are invited to the Boyle County Earth Day Festival at the Boyle County Extension Office. The festival will be held from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. and is free to the public. The celebration is organized by the Clark’s Run Environmental and Educational Corporation. “A […] The post Earth Day Festival happening Saturday at the Extension Office appeared first on The Advocate-Messenger.
Danville Boyle County CVB Event Calendar
Upcoming Events Saturday, April 13 – Saturday, April 20 Winter Market at Morley’s Backyard Saturday, April 13th & 20th from 11-2 p.m. Mean Girls at the Boyle County Performing Arts Center, April 13th, 18th,19th, and 20th at 7:30 p.m. Central Kentucky Wildlife Refuge Wildflower Walk, Saturday, April 13th at 1:30 p.m. 4th Annual Cruising Down […] The post Danville Boyle County CVB Event Calendar appeared first on The Advocate-Messenger.
State starting work on Lancaster Road
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises the traveling public of a project scheduled for Lancaster Road/KY 52. Improvements will be in effect for the route located in Boyle and Garrard Counties. The project location is between the Danville Bypass/US 150 (milepoint 0.00) and past the Boyle/Garrard County line (milepoint 5.114). The work is part of […] The post State starting work on Lancaster Road appeared first on The Advocate-Messenger.
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