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Today's News

  • Jett Cooper Osiborsk

    Jeremy and Brooke Osiborski of Owenton announce the birth of their son, Jett Cooper Osiborski.
    Jett was born at 6:49 p.m. Nov. 22 at Frankfort Regional Medical Center. He weighed 7 pounds, 15 ounces and was 20.5-inches long.
    Jett was welcomed into this world by maternal grandparents Charles and Cindy McDonald, fraternal grandparents Tim and Lisa Kelly, and many other family members and friends.

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  • Young leaders visit Owen Electric

    They came armed with their notebooks and a plethora of thoughtful questions. Owen Electric Cooperative ended its work week with some very special representatives of Owen County Primary School (OCPS) — the Primary Leadership group.

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  • Sweet sharing


    The John Guill Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution met at the home of Peggy Trinkle Dec. 11 where they enjoyed a Christmas cookie exchange.
    Each member brought cookies to exchange with the other members. Members also brought designated items for a baby gift pack for NSDAR’s project for pregnant veterans to show our appreciation of their service to our country.  

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  • Teen taking to the pulpit

    Jake Rider, a student at Owen County High School, will be one of 130 featured young people preaching at the second annual Festival of Young Preachers in Louisville Jan. 6-8.
    The National Festival of Young Preachers is hosted by the Academy of Preachers, an initiative underwritten by the Lilly Endowment. It offers young preachers from all denominations an opportunity to preach before an audience of family, friends and other guests.  

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  • The social season comes to an end until spring

    This has been a busy week for me. I’m sure it has for most of my readers too, with Christmas just a week away.
     I got the last of the decorating done on Monday. Anything that is not covered with  red, green and gold by now will just have to wait till next year. Tuesday was banking day, a trip to the library and bridge. Mary Ann Cobb had it this time and it was our Christmas party.
    The sun was shining and we had a very nice afternoon, but this will be our last afternoon till March.

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  • Think safety as winter approaches

    Everyone is potentially at risk during winter storms. Most fatalities are indirectly related to the storm. People die from traffic accidents on icy roads, heart attacks while shoveling snow, and hypothermia from prolonged exposure to cold and unsafe residential conditions.
    According to Owen County EM Director Rick Morgan, you should be prepared for winter weather by listening to NOAA weather radio or commercial radio/television to stay informed about winter storm watches, warnings and advisories.

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  • Owen County District Court

    Editor’s note: The News-Herald reports all misdemeanors, felonies and small claims judgments in district court, except for juvenile court proceedings, which are confidential; however, traffic offenses by juveniles are reported because they are public record. All civil suits in circuit court are reported. Claims made in a lawsuit present only one side of a case. Charges or citations reported to the News-Herald do not imply guilt. That is determined by the court. Information on this page is public record. Names will not be withheld by request.

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  • Wotier hopes pipeline will bring industry

    With natural gas now in the city of Owenton, Mayor David “Milkweed” Wotier hopes to see action in the industrial park.
    Wotier said Owenton’s lack of a natural gas line has hindered use of the spec building in the industrial park.
    “When we’ve had people look at the spec building in the past, they’ve been appalled that we didn’t have natural gas,” Wotier said. “Once the economy turns around, I think we’ll have more luck with our industrial park now that we have a natural gas line.”

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  • Kentucky-American gets permission for 29-percent rate hike

    Kentucky-American Water customers will see an increase in their monthly bill after the Kentucky Public Service Commission approved a rate increase for the utility.
    Although Kentucky-American had sought a rate increase of three-fourths, the commission allowed a hike of about 29 percent for the average customers using 5,000 gallons of water a month. For the customer using that amount of water, the bill will increase from $27.46 to $35.40.
    The company argued it needed the increase to cover the cost of the recently opened water-treatment plant in Owen County which feeds Fayette County.

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  • Carter looks ahead as private attorney

    Long-time Owen County Attorney Charlie Carter will soon leave his post, but Owen countians can expect to continue seeing Carter active in law.
    Carter said when his term ends at the end of this month, it will end a near 25-year tenure.
    Prior to becoming county attorney, Carter’s private practice had been in operation for 25 years.
    Carter said his private practice will remain open, with his son, Charles Carter Jr., as an associate.
    As county attorney, Carter said he enjoyed district court the most.

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