The electronic edition of the Garrard Central Record newspaper in Lancaster, Garrard County, Kentucky for the week of June 26, 2025.

In this edition:

• Community Events & Celebrations

  • Lancaster hosted the 2025 LP&R Summer Kick-Off, featuring a screening of The Sandlot and various community activities.

  • “Hooked on Fishing, Not on Drugs” event at Logan Hubble Park promoted substance abuse prevention.

  • The Trail Pleasure Saddle Club Horse Show is scheduled for Saturday, June 28.

• Local Government & Policy

  • Garrard County Fiscal Court plans a second reading of a controversial amendment to its solar ordinance, related to Clearway Energy’s $300 million proposed solar project.

  • Clearway Energy is also hosting a public open house on July 1 to discuss the solar project.

• Public Safety & Legal News

  • The Garrard County Grand Jury issued indictments for nine individuals involving drug trafficking, assault, and weapons charges.

  • A man was arrested on Marksbury Avenue for criminal trespassing and threatening behavior.

• Infrastructure & Environment

  • Buckeye Road/KY 39 has reopened following slide repair work by KYTC.

  • Harmful algal blooms were detected at two Herrington Lake locations, prompting health warnings.

• Education & Youth

  • Garrard County Schools announced eight inductees into the inaugural Hall of Fame class.

  • The Lady Lions soccer program concluded a successful youth camp.

• Health & Wellness

  • Ephraim McDowell Health will hold a free community health screening on July 18 in Danville.

• Community Support

  • Garrard County Conservation District raised over $7,500 to assist tornado-impacted farmers.

• Obituaries

  • Notable obituaries include Eddie Howard King and Billy Banks, along with several other local residents.

• Public Notices

  • Delinquent tax notice to Garrard County taxpayers.

• Editorial & Local Commentary

  • Columns such as “Paint Lick News,” “Life on the Ridge,” “The Rural Carrier Substitute,” and various church contributions reflect community voices and reflections on faith, local history, and rural life.

• Birth Announcements

  • Several local births between June 8–17, 2025, were announced.

• Upcoming Events & Auctions

  • Summer Consignment Auction by Cornerstone Realty & Auction set for July 1.

  • July 4 fireworks planned at the Garrard County Fairgrounds.