Area News

Robert Moore Herald Staff [email protected] The Mercer County Fiscal Court has hired a new director for the county animal shelter. At a special-called meeting on Friday, Jan. 30, the fiscal court voted unanimously to hire Lisa Coleman as the new director, effective July 2, at a salary of $44,000 plus benefits. Staff at the animal…

Robert Moore Herald Staff [email protected] The Harrodsburg City Commission is terminating the lease on the Harrodsburg Community Center. At a special-called meeting on Thursday, Jan. 29, the city commission voted unanimously to give 90 days’ notice of the city’s intention to terminate the lease with Mercer Area Family and Education and Wellness (MAFEW) for the…

April Ellis Herald Staff Mercer County Adult Education (MCAE) has officially moved into a new location at the Campbellsville University–Harrodsburg Campus, a change leaders say will strengthen the program’s ability to connect students with education, workforce training and long-term career opportunities. Executive Director Kristen Tyler-Wade said the move builds on an already established relationship between…

Robert Moore Herald Staff [email protected] The recent deep freeze has been a test for everyone, especially their patience. Schools have been closed, trash has not been picked up, and, for many county residents, roads remain nearly impassable. Local officials say it’s not for lack of effort on their part. State, county and city crews have…

Robert Moore Herald Staff [email protected] Because of the weather, check for cancellations. Learn about Healthy Relationships at the Mercer County Public Library on Saturday, Jan. 31. Presented by Mary Wells of the Sexual Violence Resource Center, this informative presentation will help teens learn about healthy relationship behaviors, effective communication, and setting personal boundaries. The program…

Robert Moore Herald Staff [email protected] The Mercer County Board of Education is moving forward with its plans to build a new athletics venue at Mercer County Senior High School. At the school board’s regular meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 20, they approved a BG-1 project application for the venue, parking lot, and tennis courts. The project’s…

Mercer County Indictments Robert Moore Herald Staff [email protected] A Harrodsburg man has been indicted for stealing and damaging property at Anderson-Dean Community Park on two separate occasions in the past year. Gerald L. Downs, 35, of 632 West Office Street, was indicted by the Mercer County Grand Jury last week. Downs was indicted for 3rd…

Robert Moore Herald Staff [email protected] Some weather, huh? As cold as it might be right now, it’s good to remember that spring and summer are right around the corner. Here’s a look ahead at 2026. Keep in mind some of these listings are subject to change as dates and details are still being decided, especially…

Robert Moore Herald Staff [email protected] Gov. Andy Beshear, along with Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) Secretary Jim Gray and Kentucky Emergency Management (KYEM) Director Eric Gibson, provided another update on severe winter weather affecting the commonwealth earlier today. Snow, sleet and ice have moved out of Kentucky, but Gov. Beshear urged Kentuckians to continue to avoid…