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In Season: Bob Coubert

Bob Coubert, 15, killed an 8-point buck on the farm of his grandparents Alvin and Barbara Keith Nov. 10.

Senior Citizens Club News - Dec...

The Nov. 20 Senior Citizens Club meeting was called to order by President Wanda Moreland.
Marlene Mason, chaplain, did the pledge to the flag. Devotion was taken from John 15, subject about new life.
The poem “Turkey Complaint” was read.
“They fatten me up, they sharpen the axe. I’m getting so nervous I just can’t relax. I know what I’ll do, I’ll hide in the hay and then they can’t find me on Thanksgiving Day.

Kay’s Branch News: Hunters find...

Winter is definitely here, 18-degrees yesterday morning and a balmy 22 degrees this morning, but all is well on the Branch.
Deer season is over and the hunters have gone back to their real life.
Wanda said she talked to some of the guys at the hunting shack and the unofficial count was 31 or 32. After a slow start, they did pretty well. That was just the count on Cedar Creek Road and the Branch.
I forgot to mention the Kentucky Book Fair and/or I didn’t know about the Kentucky Voices, held at the old state capitol on Nov. 15.

Owen Historical Society News:...

The request came as a surprise to the Dunavents.
As Christmas drew near the wish list of most Owen county girls their daughter’s age included ice skates, nylons, makeup, and the latest fashions on display at the Blue Front Department Store.
But for Carlene Dunavent, the one item she most wanted was a nice warm robe to ward off the winter chill that invaded  her upstairs bedroom.

Be an angel: Angel Tree gives...

While shopping for loved ones this holiday season, Owen countians will also have the opportunity to remember dozens of local children in need.
Over 50 tags adorn this year’s Angel Tree located at the News-Herald office and the project’s committee members are hopeful that every gift will bring smiles to those who receive them.
About 40 families received full sponsorship this year by taking classes through the Owen County Extension Office and volunteering in the community.

Santa to make appearance at...

Santa Claus will make his way back through the streets of Owenton Sunday, with an afternoon of events slated around the annual Owen County Christmas Parade.
The theme for this year’s parade is “Christmas Melodies” and approximately 25 people have signed up to participate.
Owen County Extension Support Staff Stephanie Howard said State Senator Damon Thayer, R-Georgetown, will serve as this year’s grand marshal.
Those interested in participating will have until Friday to reserve their spot in the parade.

Champions continue to raise...

The Owen County Champions meeting had a great turnout Nov. 11 for its addiction awareness meeting led by Adam W. Greene.
The Wild Goose had a full house and celebrated another recovery story with family and friends.
The group will be having another community meeting at the Wild Goose Cafe on Saturday from 6 until 7 p.m.
Deanna Whobrey will be leading this open meeting to raise awareness, answer questions, and promote recovery.

In season: Cannan Eades

Cannan Eades, the 7-year-old son of Robert and Tina Eades of Owenton, shot an 11 pointer on opening day of deer season.

Letter to the editor: Second-...

Some people claim that smoke-free laws are government’s infringement on private-property rights. Business owners may privately own their business, but by inviting the public in, they are required by the government to ensure safe food and clean water. Similarly, government has the responsibility to regulate the indoor air we breathe, free of secondhand smoke pollution.

In season: Madison Duvall

Madison Duvall recently shot her first deer, a four-point buck, while hunting with her dad Travis.