Harrodsburg Named One Of Friendliest Towns In Kentucky
Robert Moore Herald Staff [email protected] Harrodsburg—that’s right, Hogtown—has been named one of the 10 friendliest little towns in Kentucky. That’s according to Diptarka Ghosh, a writer and editor for WorldAtlas.com, which bills itself as one of the largest publishing resources in geography and other topics, including sociology, demography, environment, economics, politics and travel. “For those…
Read MoreWeekender Aug. 14—22: Pioneer Days And So Much More
Robert Moore Herald Staff [email protected] The 13th annual Pioneer Days Festival returns to Old Fort Harrod State Park (100 South College Street) starting Thursday, Aug. 14, running through Sunday, Aug. 17. The event is free, but ride bracelets are $5. There will also be a wide variety of food at the food court, with local…
Read MoreCounty Approves Replacing HVAC Units At Fiscal Courthouse
Robert Moore Herald Staff [email protected] The Mercer County Fiscal Court voted to hire a contractor to replace components of the HVAC system at the Mercer County Fiscal Courthouse. At their regular meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 12, the fiscal court voted to replace a three-ton rooftop unit for $13,000 and a six-ton rooftop unit for $18,000.…
Read MorePioneer Saddle Club August Show Results
Samuel Warren Herald Staff [email protected] The Pioneer Saddle Club held their final regular-season show on Saturday, Aug. 9. Results are listed below by class number, class name, rider name and place: 1-Model Class: Sherica Creason, first; 3-Pleasure Pony 14.2 & Under: Cecil Burns, first; Sherica Creason, second; Justin Moss, third; 4-Style Racking or Pacing…
Read MoreGrand Jury Indicts Local Man Man On Multiple Child Pornography Charges
Mercer County Indictments Robert Moore Herald Staff [email protected] A local man has been indicted on multiple child pornography charges. Last week the Mercer County Grand Jury indicted Jacob R. Murphy, 25, of 622 Scenic Drive, on 10 class B felony counts of distribution of matter portraying sexual performance by minor under the age of 12…
Read MoreHarrodsburg City Commission Approves Tractor Supply Rezoning
Robert Moore Herald Staff [email protected] Harrodsburg is getting closer to getting a Tractor Supply Company store. At their regular matting on Monday, Aug. 11, the Harrodsburg City Commission approved rezoning the property located at 905 North College Street from I-2 (industrial) to B-2 (business). The developers also need approval from the state for enhancing the…
Read MoreNelson Tops Titans 2-1 On Opening Day
Samuel Warren Herald Staff [email protected] The Lady Titans kicked off the 2025 season with a hard-fought battle against the Nelson Co. Lady Cards on Monday, Aug. 11. Mercer got on the board first with a smooth finish from sophomore forward Carly Sanders, but the Lady Cards responded quickly, tying the game within a couple minutes…
Read MoreJoann Hood
Joann Louise Hood, 83, formerly of Harrodsburg, died Monday, June 16, 2025, at Brookdale Westlake Village in West Lake, Ohio. Born Dec. 11, 1941, in Perry, Kansas, she was the daughter of the late Mason and Louise (Elliott) Brunton. She had a master’s degree in elementary education and was a former teacher in the Harrodsburg…
Read MoreEphraim McDowell Health Donates Guardian Caps To Titan football
Samuel Warren Herald Staff [email protected] Mercer County Senior High School and King Middle School recently recognized Ephraim McDowell Health for its charitable donation of Guardian Cap safety equipment to the district. The new equipment is intended to decrease head injuries and resulting trauma in football athletes. Early in the summer, Ephraim provided the programs with…
Read MoreFive Seniors, Fresh Start Fuel Lady Bulldogs’ Plans For Success
Samuel Warren Herald Staff [email protected] The Lady Bulldogs have taken a big leap forward this offseason in the program’s second year under Head Coach Jonesy McGregor. The beginning of last season was dramatic to say the least, and Burgin was forced to miss its first two games due to lack of a coach. On top…
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