The Golden Lions' season came to an end Friday in the first round of the KHSAA Class 3A Playoffs. The visiting Panthers of Elizabethtown (4-7) shut out Garrard (3-8) by a final of 23-0 in what may have been the final postseason game at Dyehouse Stadium with construction of a new facility currently underway.
Read MoreFrankfort, KY (November 3, 2023) – Secretary of State Michael Adams issued a Voter’s Bill of Rights as voting has begun in the 2023 general election. Adams asks voters to report any voter intimidation or illegal activity they may see at the polls.
Read MoreThe Lancaster City Council will hold a regular meeting at 308 West Maple Avenue, Council Chambers, on Monday, November 6, at 6:00 PM.
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Elizabethtown beat out the Golden Lions in tonight’s Class 3A playoff opener at Garrard County by a score of 23-0.
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The stage is set for a thrilling encounter as Garrard County High School's football team, the Golden Lions, prepares to face Elizabethtown High School's Panthers in the opening round of the Class 3A playoffs tonight at 7:30 PM. This pivotal matchup marks the third postseason meeting between the two teams, with Elizabethtown currently leading the series with two victories.
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Read MoreFRANKFORT, Ky. – FEMA has approved more than $18.93 million for the Kentucky Division of Emergency Management (KYEM) for debris removal operations undertaken to remove debris deposited throughout Kentucky by last summer’s severe storms, flooding, landslides and mudslides.
Read MoreCongressman Andy Barr of Kentucky's 6th Congressional District presided over the annual Youth Ambassador Conference at the University of Kentucky's Gatton College of Business and Economics. The event, held on October 28th, 2023, gathered high school students from 25 educational institutions across 12 counties in the district. The conference is designed to foster direct engagement between the youth and Kentucky's civic and business leaders.
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As communities across the country prepare to celebrate Halloween, public safety officials are emphasizing the importance of safe trick-or-treating practices. The guidelines include recommendations on road safety, personal boundaries, and precautionary measures against potential hazards.
Read MoreThe Garrard County Fiscal Court is set to convene for its next meeting on October 30, 2023, at 4:00 P.M. at 15 Public Square, Lancaster, KY 40444.
Read MoreOn the evening of October 27, the Garrard County Golden Lions faced off against the Harrison County Thorobreds in an intense gridiron match on their home ground. The game kicked off with both teams exhibiting a mix of strategic offense and solid defense, yet by the end of the first quarter, Garrard trailed by a score of 7 to Harrison’s 14. As the match progressed, the Golden Lions managed to bag additional points but were still behind at halftime with a score of 17 to 30. Despite their unwavering efforts to bridge the score gap post-halftime, the third quarter ended at 24 to 38 in favor of Harrison. In the final quarter, Garrard County displayed relentless spirit with Hayden Elleman scoring a rushing touchdown and Zak Dailey adding the extra point, but they ultimately faced defeat with the scoreboard marking 31 to 46 by the end of the game. Despite the loss, the notable performances of Cam Peak, Malachi Simmons, Hayden Elleman, and Zak Dailey highlighted Garrard County's tenacity, providing a silver lining to the tough competition.
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On the evening of Friday, October 27, a fierce competition unfolded as the Garrard County Golden Lions engaged in a gridiron battle against the Harrison County Thorobreds on their home turf.
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T-60 minutes to kickoff. The Golden Lions will hope to play spoilers to the Thorobred's senior night in the final regular-season tune-up for both squads.
The football field is set to sizzle with riveting action tonight, October 27, as Garrard County and Harrison County lock horns once again in a match hosted by Harrison County. The current series stands at a tie, with each team having tasted victory once in their previous encounters. As the schools gear up for their third face-off, the excitement within the community reaches a fever pitch, with past glory fueling the flames of competition.
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The following students were accepted into the Youth Ambassador Program with Andy Barr.
Back Row: Amanda Morrow, Wyatt Fielder, Abigail Bailey, Alyssa Atkins
Front Row: Abigail Travis, Trenton Ison, Natalie Clark
Not Pictured: Emma Graham & Sadie Shumaker
Nine students from Garrard County have been chosen to take part in the Youth Ambassador Leadership Conference, hosted by Congressman Andy Barr of Kentucky's Sixth Congressional District. The students selected are Amanda Morrow, Wyatt Fielder, Abigail Bailey, Alyssa Atkins, Abigail Travis, Trenton Ison, Natalie Clark, Emma Graham, and Sadie Shumaker.
Read MoreEastern Kentucky University (EKU) is now recruiting high school students from Garrard County High School for its long-standing Upward Bound (UB) program. Established in 1965 and serving seven Kentucky counties including Garrard, EKU's UB aims to prepare students for college and provide academic support.
Read MoreThe Garrard County Clerk's Office has announced that the mail-in absentee voting process for the 2023 General Election is officially underway. Voters looking to cast their ballots via mail can now do so through the designated online portal.
Read MoreThe Lancaster City Council has announced a special called meeting to be held on October 23, 2023, at the Council Chambers located at 308 West Maple Avenue. The meeting is set to begin promptly at 4:00 PM.
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The University of Kentucky's Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment is organizing a special event titled 'Cast Iron Cooking'. Scheduled for October 25th at 4 pm, the watch party will take place at the Garrard County Extension Office.
Read MoreGarrard's Gardeners, a newly-formed gardening club, is holding a session on Thursday, October 26th, at 4 pm, focusing on the techniques of planting garlic.
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