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Bars And Restaurants Can Apply For State Relief Starting Nov. 30
Robert Moore Herald Staff [email protected] Restaurants and bars will be able to apply for aid starting Monday, Nov. 30. The Kentucky state government is making $40 million in federal coronavirus relief funds available to restaurants and bars impacted by the statewide shutdown on in-person dining that began last Friday. The Team Kentucky Food and Beverage…
Read MoreLight It Up: Mercer County Intermediate Is Organizing A Reverse Christmas Parade
Mercer County Intermediate School is inviting businesses and individuals to participate in a community wide holiday reverse parade event. “Our staff, along with staff and students from other Mercer County Schools, will be creating stationary displays for community families to drive through and enjoy. Think of it as a Southern Lights inspired reverse parade,” said…
Read MorePioneers Conclude First Soccer Season
Sam Warren Herald Staff [email protected] The Campbellsville University at Harrodsburg men’s and women’s soccer teams recently concluded their historical inaugural fall season. The program’s first season was highlighted by an opening match brace from freshman forward Katie Turner on Sept. 25, and the men’s 3-1 victory over Great Lakes Christian on Oct. 9. The program…
Read MoreDanville Ends Season In First Round Of Playoffs
Joe Mathis Contributing Writer For the first 23 minutes and 59 seconds of the first half Danville held their own against the defending Class 2A state champion. Then with one play, the game seemingly became out of reach. The Admirals knew they would have their hands full against an athletic and big Somerset team. They…
Read MoreSchool Boards Review Governor’s New Orders
Robert Moore Herald Staff [email protected] The big news at last week’s meeting of the Mercer County Board of Education was Gov. Andy Beshear’s order to shut down in-person instruction at schools across the commonwealth. The governor announced the new executive order on Wednesday. On Thursday, Superintendent Dennis Davis said he and his staff had spent…
Read MoreHelp Available For People Struggling To Pay Utility Bills
Robert Moore Herald Staff [email protected] Even as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to grow in Mercer County and across the nation, utilities are moving forward with disconnections. A statewide moratorium on utility cut-offs ended last week, but there is help for those who have fallen behind on their bills. Kentucky is assisting citizens to ensure uninterrupted…
Read MoreMercer Families Celebrate A Different Kind Of Thanksgiving
COVID-19 Force Families To Forego Large Gatherings Jennifer Marsh Herald Staff [email protected] This year has seen the cancelation of most events, including holiday celebrations. Thanksgiving is no exception. Due to the rising cases of COVID-19, Gov. Andy Beshear limited gatherings to eight people and only two families. Meeting the guidelines will mean sacrificing tradition for…
Read MoreTitans Soar Into Second Round Of Playoffs
Sam Warren Herald Staff [email protected] The Mercer County Titans (7-1) defeated the Henry County Wildcats (4-5) in the first round of the KHSAA Class 3A state playoffs by a final score of 53-10 on Friday, Nov. 20. The Titans won convincingly, triggering the running clock with 10:32 left in the third quarter and sealing their…
Read MoreSave A Life And Find Out If You Have Been Exposed To The Coronavirus
The Kentucky Blood Center is testing donations for COVID-19 antibodies, giving donors the opportunity to help a neighbor battling COVID-19. The Kentucky Blood Center is holding a blood drive on Friday, Dec. 4, from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Lions Park Community Center (133 Factory Street). Because donations are kept local, plasma derived…
Read MorePolaris Recalls 18,400 Vehicles Due To Possible Clutch Failure
Polaris Inc. is recalling approximately 18,400 vehicles off road vehicles due to the possibility of clutch failure. Polaris is recalling 2020-2021 RZR PRO XP and PRO XP4 and 2021 RZR Turbo S, Turbo S4, XP Turbo and XP 4 Turbo ROV. Under certain conditions, the vehicles may have an increased risk of primary (drive) clutch…
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