The Garrard County Golden Lions concluded their 2025 high school football season with a narrow playoff defeat, falling 43-36 to DeSales in a high-stakes Class 3A postseason clash. The loss marked the end of a resilient and competitive campaign under head coach Spencer Crutchfield, who led the team to a 5-4 regular season record and a 3-1 finish in District 4.
Read MoreGarrard County will welcome DeSales High School to Garrard County for the opening round of the Class 3A state playoffs, with the postseason series between the schools currently tied at one win apiece. The Golden Lions enter the matchup following a 5-4 regular season and a third consecutive finish as district runners-up, while DeSales arrives in Lancaster with a long tradition of playoff success, including two state championships.
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Garrard County will pay tribute to its veterans with a special Veteran’s Day Luncheon scheduled for Friday, November 7, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. The event will be held at the Lancaster Baptist Church Family Life Center, located at 201 Richmond Street in Lancaster.
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The Garrard County Lady Lions begin their postseason campaign tonight as they take on Pulaski County in the opening round of the 2025 12th Region Girls Soccer Tournament. Kickoff is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. at Boyle County High School.
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In what may go down as one of the most exciting games in recent Garrard County history, the Golden Lions defeated the visiting Bardstown Tigers 35-32 in overtime Friday night at home.
Read MoreThe Bethlehem Eagles outlasted the Garrard County Golden Lions 52-42 in an offensive showcase Friday night at Garrard County High School, handing the home team a setback in their final tune-up before district play begins.
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Garrard County’s Golden Lions delivered a commanding performance Friday night, defeating Lewis County 45-7 on the road to improve to 2-1 on the season. Behind a relentless ground game, stout defense, and special teams excellence, the Golden Lions showed no signs of rust after an unexpected bye week, striking early and maintaining control throughout the contest.
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After a week away from competition due to severe weather, Garrard County will resume its football season on the road against Lewis County. The Golden Lions, whose scheduled matchup with Middlesboro was canceled last week after lightning forced play to be called off, will make their first-ever trip to Vanceburg to face the Lewis County Lions.
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Severe weather conditions have forced the cancellation of tonight’s scheduled football game for Garrard County and Middlesboro. Organizers announced minutes ago that the weather has made it impossible for the matchup to go forward safely.
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Tonight, Garrard County will once again face Middlesboro in a football series that has been marked by competitive matchups, historic ties, and coaching connections that stretch across decades. The Yellowjackets lead the series 4-1, but the Golden Lions carry momentum into the latest meeting after claiming their first win in the series last season.
Read MoreLEXINGTON, Ky. (Sept. 4, 2025) – Work is progressing for the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet’s $13.5 million Interstate 75 safety and pavement improvement project in Madison County as contractors continued shifting construction this week from the southern section to the northern section of the project.
Read MoreThe Lawrence County Bulldogs dominated the second half to defeat the Garrard County Golden Lions 57-30 on Friday night in the Golden Lion Bowl at Garrard County High School. The game marked the first-ever meeting between the two programs despite both competing in Class 3A for many years.
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Garrard County High School is set to host the Lawrence County Bulldogs on Friday night in a marquee matchup to cap the second night of the 2025 Golden Lion Bowl. The game, scheduled for an 8:30 p.m. kickoff, marks the first-ever meeting between the two Class 3A programs despite years of competing within the same classification.
Read MoreThe Garrard County Golden Lions kicked off their 2025 football season in impressive fashion Friday night, defeating the North Bullitt Eagles 29-19 in the Death Valley Bowl at Lincoln County High School.
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Garrard County will begin its 62nd football season with a new challenge in a familiar setting when the Golden Lions take on North Bullitt in the Death Valley Bowl at Lincoln County High School. The matchup marks the first-ever meeting between the two programs and adds another chapter to the history of one of Kentucky’s longest-running season-opening bowls.
Read MoreGARRARD COUNTY, Ky. (June 30, 2025) — Drivers in Garrard County should prepare for intermittent traffic disruptions through Tuesday, July 1, as the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet conducts thermoplastic pavement marking on major routes in the area.
Read MoreLEXINGTON, Ky. (April 4, 2025) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists that this advisory is an update for high water and slides in the district. The following is the most accurate information available for the time this advisory was sent.
Read MoreThe burn ban in Garrard County has officially been lifted, according to an announcement from Judge-Executive Chris “Roo” Elleman. While residents are now permitted to resume outdoor burning, officials have implemented safety measures to reduce fire risks.
Read MoreFRANKFORT, Ky. (Feb. 26, 2025) – Today, health officials with the Kentucky Department for Public Health (KDPH) and Franklin County Health Department announced a confirmed case of measles identified in an adult Kentucky resident. The resident had recently traveled internationally to an area with ongoing measles transmission.
Read MoreResidents are being urged to exercise caution on local roadways as freezing conditions have created hazardous driving situations. Judge Executive Chris “Roo” Elleman announced that road crews are actively scraping county roads in an effort to improve safety, but slick surfaces remain a concern.
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