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Robert Moore Herald Staff [email protected] While some eateries have closed during the coronavirus outbreak, others are continuing to serve the public. Here is a list, courtesy of the Mercer County Chamber of Commerce. We update the list regularly. If you have any changes or corrections, please let us know. Arby’s (870 South College Street, 734-0334)—Drive-thru…

The Importance of Social Distancing Robert Moore Herald Staff [email protected] Since the first confirmed case of COVID-19 was diagnosed in the U.S. back on Jan. 12, people have been bombarded with health advice, much of it contradictory. First it wasn’t necessary to wear masks in public. Then it was suggested that we should wear masks…

Robert Moore Herald Staff [email protected] A local man is in jail after being caught with methamphetamine during a traffic stop. On Sunday, April 5, at 4:04 p.m., Earnest W. Slaven, 51, of Harrodsburg, was stopped on South College Street for having a cracked windshield and an expired license plate, according to the uniform citation. Patrolman…

KDA Eases Foodbank Restrictions Jennifer Marsh Herald Staff [email protected] The Christian Life Center’s thrift store may be closed but their food bank and hygiene products are still available for those in need according to Executive Director Trevor Short. Short took over as executive director on March 23. “We are still doing commodities and hygiene by…

Coronavirus Update For Monday, April 6 Robert Moore Herald Staff [email protected] Gov. Andy Beshear is asking Kentuckians not to hold large family celebrations for the upcoming Easter holiday. Easter is Sunday, April 12. Here in Mercer County, Holy Week celebrations are canceled, but many still want to celebrate. Beshear was asked if families could gather…

Coronavirus Update For Friday, April 2 Robert Moore Herald Staff [email protected] Gov. Andy Beshear declined to say whether he would extend restrictions on travel and public gathering beyond the end of April. Beshear also implored Kentuckians to continue follow social distancing guidelines–especially during this weekend’s beautiful weather–saying they had the  potential to save thousands of…

Coronavirus Update For Thursday, April 2 Robert Moore Herald Staff [email protected] Gov. Andy Beshear has asked Kentucky’s public schools to stay closed until at least May 1. Beshear informed education leaders—including school superintendents—during a conference call Thursday, according to the Louisville Courier-Journal. At Thursday’s briefing, the governor said he plans to talk with district leaders…

Zantac, the popular heartburn medication, is being recalled because of a possible cancer risk. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is requesting manufacturers immediately withdraw all ranitidine drugs–commonly known by the brand name Zantac–due to possible contamination by a suspected carcinogen, N-Nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA). The FDA has determined that NDMA levels in some ranitidine products increase…

Coronavirus Update For Wednesday, April 1 Robert Moore Herald Staff [email protected] An inmate at Northpoint Training Center in Boyle County has tested negative for the coronavirus, Gov. Andy Beshear has announced. The inmate was tested on Friday and placed in quarantine, according to a report by the Lexington Herald-Leader. The inmate’s dormmates were also quarantined.…

Rosalind Turner Featured Writer Under Gov. Andy Beshear, Kentucky was one of the first states to start aggressive action and promote “social distancing” to keep people healthy and safe during the Covid-19 pandemic. His actions—and manner—have been praised in the national media. Kentucky, a state usually known for leading the nation in such things as…