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April Ellis Herald Staff New school construction is increasingly shaped by updated safety standards designed to protect students, staff and visitors in a wide range of situations. Modern school buildings now incorporate controlled access points, secure entry vestibules and advanced surveillance systems to better monitor who enters and exits campus. Emergency preparedness is also a…

Robert Moore Herald Staff [email protected] Work is expected to finally begin on the long-awaited project to expand internet service in Mercer County. At the Mercer County Fiscal Court’s regular meeting on Tuesday, March 31, Judge-Executive Sarah Steele announced the contractor, Congruex, is supposed to begin laying fiber by end of this week. According to a…

Robert Moore Herald Staff [email protected] Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill is promising an egg-citing family event with the 2026 Easter Egg Hunts on Saturday, April 4. Children aged 12 and under are invited to hunt for eggs, meet the newest additions to the farm family, make a craft, meet the Easter Bunny, take a pony…

The Kentucky Blood Center will host a blood drive in Mercer County on Friday, April 10, from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Harrodsburg Christian Church Fellowship Hall (305 South Main Street). Kentucky Blood Center helps save local lives, but it’s only possible through the generous donation of blood from its donors. Donations at drives…

April Ellis Herald Staff With students out of school for spring break from March 28 through April 5 for the Mercer Schools and March 28 through April 10 for Burgin School, families in Mercer County will have several opportunities to get out of the house and explore local attractions, learn something new and enjoy time…

Robert Moore Herald Staff [email protected] The Harrodsburg City Commission has approved a street paving list for bid advertisement. However, that doesn’t mean the streets named will be paved this year. At their regular meeting on Monday, March 23, the city commissioners approved a list consisting of the following streets: • Larchmont Avenue • Linden Avenue…

Mercer County Indictments Robert Moore Herald Staff [email protected] An Anderson County man has been indicted for procuring or promoting the use of a person he believed to be under the age of 16 to engage in sexual conduct. Dustin J. Burley, 36, of 106 Washington Street, Lawrenceburg, was indicted last week for procuring or promoting…

Robert Moore Herald Staff [email protected] The community is gearing up for a lively stretch of events and activities from family-friendly outings and outdoor adventures to seasonal celebrations and local gatherings, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Whether you’re looking to make memories with the kids, explore local attractions, or simply get out and enjoy the…

Independence Day Fireworks Display Scheduled For July 3 April Ellis Herald Staff The Anderson Dean Community Park board of directors held their regular meeting on Wednesday, March 18, and Park Director Stephan Ransdell reported the pool is on track to open on time this year. Since the pool was closed due to COVID-19 in 2020,…

April Ellis Herald Staff As spring begins to bloom across Harrodsburg, local churches and community organizations are preparing to observe Holy Week, while also offering family-friendly Easter traditions. From solemn services marking the final days of Jesus Christ’s life to festive Easter egg hunts for children, the coming days will provide a blend of reflection,…