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The Metcalfe County Fiscal Court met on Tuesday, May 23rd with all in attendance. Cathy Nunn addressed the court as a citizen of Metcalfe County speaking for others who do not want a stage built in the historic courthouse yard. She stated, “We don’t feel like the building is necessary.” Explaining that several people have voiced concerns about the stage taking away from the beautiful courtyard and the fear that trees might be removal. She suggested that a town hall meeting be held to hear opinions from the people before making a decision.

Kentucky State Police is searching for a missing mother and her two children. State police said 26-year-old Anissa Sprowles, of Edmonton, and her two children, five-year-old Chelsey Sprowles and one-year-old Georgia Sprowles, have not been seen since May 13 at their Metcalfe County residence. Anyone with information on the location...

METCALFE COUNTY, Ky. – The Kentucky State Police is searching for a mother and her two children in an ongoing investigation. Authorities say Anissa Sprowles, 26, of Edmonton, along with her two children, 5-year-old Chelsey and 1-year-old Georgia, have not been seen since May 13. Anissa Sprowles was last...

EDMONTON, Ky. – Edmonton State Bank and Sumner Bank & Trust have announced an agreement to merge. According to a release, the merger will add three new offices to Edmonton State Bank’s existing branches. In the transaction, the shareholders of Sumner Financial Corporation will receive $26.82 per share,...

The Edmonton-Metcalfe County Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting for business neighbors, G4 Salvage and More and Know Your Roots Salon in downtown Summer Shade, KY. A large crowd was in attendance for the Founder’s Day celebration and for the ribbon cutting of two new businesses that opened their doors in the heart of Summer Shade. Jacob and Hannah Glidewell and Johnna Pennington welcomed the crowd and gave them a chance to check out their shops while preparations were put in place for the ribbon cutting. Hannah Glidewell cut the ribbon for G4 Salvage & More and Johnna Pennington’s children did the honors for Know Your Roots Salon.

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (May 21, 2023) – The expected traffic impacts in the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 3 area for May 21 through May 26 are listed below. All work is subject to change. Interstate 65. A project to resurface I-65 will create multiple lane closures on various days...

The April meeting agenda for the Metcalfe County Board of Education included two action items:. 5D. Consider Approve BG1 Expansion Multi-Purpose Center at MCHS. 5E. Consider Approve BG1 To Construct Athletic Complex at MCHS. What is a BG1? A BG1 is an application required per the Kentucky Constitution section 162.060....

Valley View Orchards owner Kenneth Childers is looking for another great year in Metcalfe County. Childers talks about his orchard, what they raise, and how the apples from the orchard are helping feed children in his home county and the surrounding area.

The National 4-H Council announced that long-time volunteer and Kentucky native, Linda Branstetter, will be inducted into the National 4-H Hall of Fame. The prestigious award recognizes Branstetter for five decades of 4-H service and her significant contributions to the community. “I was surprised and overwhelmed,” Branstetter said. “Many specialists,...

What a beautiful day for Ag Day at Metcalfe County Elementary School! A big thanks to our high school FFA, 4-H, and Farm to School students for hosting this interactive learning opportunity. Also, we couldn’t do this without support from our local farms and farmers. Thank you all!. A.

Metcalfe County Middle School welcomes a new guidance counselor for the 2023-2024 school year. Candi Murphy begins her new duties in July. Murphy was born and raised in Columbia where she attended Adair County High School. She graduated from Lindsey Wilson College with honors in 2000. She then completed a master’s in school counseling from Western Kentucky University.

The Metcalfe County Fiscal Court met on Tuesday, May 9th with everyone in attendance. The first order of business was annual supply bids. The bid envelopes were opened and read to those in attendance by Judge/Executive Larry Wilson. There were 3 bids received for crushed stone and gravel, and only one bid was received for each asphalt, road oil, chip seal, and rock hauling. The magistrates will take time to look at each and a decision will be announced at the next meeting on May 23rd.

Metcalfe County farmer Greg Wilson talks about his farming operation, the history of the family farm, and other details. Wilson also discussed the biggest challenges on the farm and what he enjoys about raising cattle.

Metcalfe County Middle School putting on Wizard of Oz play this May. The play will be performed on May 13 and 20 at 7 p.m. and May 14 and 21 at 3 p.m. in the Metcalfe County Middle School Auditorium. Race for Junior Achievement taking place June 3. Updated: 2...

Metcalfe County Middle School putting on Wizard of Oz play this May. The play will be performed on May 13 and 20 at 7 p.m. and May 14 and 21 at 3 p.m. in the Metcalfe County Middle School Auditorium. Race for Junior Achievement taking place June 3. Updated: 1...

Metcalfe County Middle School putting on Wizard of Oz play this May. The play will be performed on May 13 and 20 at 7 p.m. and May 14 and 21 at 3 p.m. in the Metcalfe County Middle School Auditorium. Race for Junior Achievement taking place June 3. Updated: 6...

Metcalfe County Middle School putting on Wizard of Oz play this May. The play will be performed on May 13 and 20 at 7 p.m. and May 14 and 21 at 3 p.m. in the Metcalfe County Middle School Auditorium. Race for Junior Achievement taking place June 3. Updated: 6...

Metcalfe County Middle School putting on Wizard of Oz play this May. The play will be performed on May 13 and 20 at 7 p.m. and May 14 and 21 at 3 p.m. in the Metcalfe County Middle School Auditorium. Updated: 4 hours ago. Saturday June 3 from 7 a.m....

Metcalfe County Middle School putting on Wizard of Oz play this May. The play will be performed on May 13 and 20 at 7 p.m. and May 14 and 21 at 3 p.m. in the Metcalfe County Middle School Auditorium. Race for Junior Achievement taking place June 3. Updated: 2...