The Justices of the Supreme Court of Kentucky voted to elect Deputy Chief Justice Debra Hembree Lambert as the next Chief Justice of the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Chief Justice-elect Lambert will serve a four-year term beginning Jan. 6, 2025.
Read MoreThe University of Kentucky’s Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food, and Environment, in collaboration with the Garrard County Extension Office, is hosting a four-session sewing class aimed at those interested in learning to make their own tote bags and accessories.
Read MoreThe Office of the State Climatologist and the Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet, in coordination with the Kentucky Drought Mitigation Team, are issuing a Level 1 Drought Declaration for the Commonwealth of Kentucky.
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In an intense Friday night matchup, the Garrard County Golden Lions rallied from a halftime deficit to secure a 33-23 victory over the East Jessamine Jaguars, demonstrating remarkable resilience and determination.
Read MoreA photo album capturing moments from the Golden Lions Football team's match against East Jessamine in Nicholasville on September 20, 2024.
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The Golden Lions pulled off a win on Friday night at East Jessamine County through a strong comeback effort in the fourth quarter from Garrard’s offense; while their defense was able to lock down the Jaguars.
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Read MoreGarrard County's football team heads into this Friday’s matchup against East Jessamine with hopes of breaking their road-game losing streak. The Golden Lions, holding a 5-1 lead in the overall series against East Jessamine, are seeking their third win in five contests this season. While Garrard has found success at home, they have struggled on the road, losing both away games this year and three consecutive road games dating back to last season.
Read MoreToday, Sept. 20, Gov. Andy Beshear announced that Kentucky’s Chief Medical Examiner Dr. William Ralston and the state police crime lab have confirmed the unidentified body believed to be Joseph Couch has been positively identified through DNA extracted from bone.
Read MoreA photo album capturing moments from the Golden Lions Soccer team's match against Madison Southern at GCHS on September 19, 2024.
Read MoreCommissioner of Agriculture Jonathan Shell honored Kentucky’s farmers and the work they do at a Farmers’ Appreciation and Awards Day at Western Kentucky University’s L.D. Brown Ag Expo Center in Bowling Green on Wednesday.
Read MoreToday, Sept. 19, an autopsy was conducted by the State Medical Examiner on the unidentified body believed to be Jospeh Couch, the suspect accused of shooting five people Sept. 7 on Interstate Highway 75 in Laurel County.
Read MoreA Chemical Incident/Mishap Response and Assistance exercise is scheduled for Wednesday, September 18 on the Blue Grass Army Depot in Richmond.
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The Garrard Senior Center will host an Open House event on September 18, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at its location at 153 Farra Drive in Lancaster, Kentucky. This event will introduce the center’s extensive array of services aimed at enhancing the quality of life for older adults in the community.
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This year theGarrard County Farm Bureau, Garrard County Extension Office, Garrard County Cattleman's Association and the Garrard County Fiscal Court have put together an exciting week filled with safety videos and seminars, demonstrations on farm hazards, free health screenings and guest speakers to address farm safety awareness.
Read MoreA photo album capturing moments from the Lady Lions Volleyball team's match against Rockcastle at GMS on September 16, 2024.
Read MoreA photo album capturing moments from the Lady Lions Soccer team's match against Montgomery at GCHS on September 16, 2024.
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In a high-scoring display of high school football, the Garrard County Golden Lions secured a historic victory over the Somerset Briar Jumpers, marking their first-ever win against Somerset. The game, held at the newly inaugurated Garrard County Athletic Complex, was a rollercoaster of emotions, with the Golden Lions ultimately prevailing 35-28.
Read MoreIn a hard-fought match on Thursday, September 12, Garrard County's boys soccer team narrowly lost to Lincoln County on the road, with a final score of 3-2.
Read MoreGarrard County's girls' soccer team suffered a setback on September 12, as they fell 4-0 to Boyle County. The match, which took place at Boyle County, saw the home team dominate the game, leaving Garrard unable to score and breaking their defensive line four times.
Read MoreOn the evening of Wednesday, September 11, the Garrard County Sheriff's Office (GCSO) was notified of a threatening social media post that specifically targeted Garrard Middle School. The post, which quickly gained attention, prompted an immediate investigation by local law enforcement.
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