Garrard County Judge Executive Chris Elleman urged residents to remain patient as multiple utility companies continue infrastructure upgrades across the county.
Read MoreChris Elleman, Judge Executive of Garrard County, reported that local road crews began work early this morning to clear fallen trees from roadways following apparent storm-related disruptions.
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The Garrard County Fiscal Court announced at a recent meeting on Monday, April 13, that Ephraim McDowell Health (EMH) will receive $5 million in state funding that will pave the way for the development of a freestanding emergency department in northern Garrard County.
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The Garrard County Fiscal Court has issued the official notice and agenda for its upcoming meeting scheduled for March 30, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. The session will be held at 15 Public Square in Lancaster, as indicated on the agenda.
Read MoreGarrard County is experiencing localized power outages affecting 832 of the 9,655 tracked electric meters, according to the latest available data. The total represents approximately 8.62% of monitored customers within the county.
Read MoreThe Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists traveling from Garrard to Lexington of scheduled maintenance along the roadway shoulder of Interstate 75 in Fayette County.
Read MoreOpening Act Performing Arts will present its upcoming production of “Dare to Dream JR” from February 26 through March 1 at the Gravely Hall Performing Arts Center in Danville. The musical features students ages 8 to 14 from across central Kentucky, including participants from Garrard County.
Read MoreFRANKFORT, Ky. (Feb. 18, 2026) – Kentucky Proud, the Kentucky Department of Agriculture’s marketing brand and the official agriculture marketing brand of the state, is offering its Virtual Spring Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) Week Feb. 16-20, Commissioner of Agriculture Jonathan Shell has announced.
Read MoreRumpke Waste & Recycling announced it will resume collection operations for most of central and eastern Kentucky on Tuesday, January 27, following recent weather disruptions. The company will begin servicing its Monday routes, with operations continuing on a one-day delay for the remainder of the week, provided that road conditions permit safe access.
Read MoreLocal government offices across Garrard County and the City of Lancaster have announced closures for Monday, January 26, 2026, due to worsening winter weather and hazardous travel conditions.
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Rumpke Waste & Recycling will suspend trash and recycling collection for Monday, Jan. 26, throughout central and eastern Kentucky.
Read MoreThe Garrard County Extension Office has announced it will be closed on Monday, January 26, citing inclement weather conditions. The decision comes as part of a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of staff and residents amid potentially hazardous weather.
Read MoreThe Garrard County Sheriff’s Office has announced it will be closed on Monday, January 26, due to hazardous weather conditions affecting the region. The decision was made as snow and icy roadways continue to create dangerous travel conditions throughout the area.
Read MoreHazardous road conditions caused by a combination of freezing rain and accumulated snow are severely impacting local emergency response efforts, according to a recent update shared by Roo Elleman on behalf of local officials. Equipment used for road treatment and clearance is reportedly malfunctioning under the weight of ice and snow, significantly slowing progress.
Read MoreGarrard County Schools has announced that it will implement a Non-Traditional Instruction (NTI) Day on Monday, January 26, 2026. The decision comes amid concerns over power outages potentially affecting the area, prompting the school district to shift to virtual learning for all students.
Read MoreKentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) District 7 highway crews continue winter operations today as central Kentucky faces continued snow, sleet and freezing rain.
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A photo shared along with the updates from Magistrate Glendan Barker showed a county road covered in a thin but slick layer of snow, underscoring the hazardous travel conditions. Trees and fields in the background were also dusted with snow, reinforcing the warnings issued by local authorities.
Local officials in Garrard County issued urgent advisories Saturday afternoon as snow began to blanket roadways, prompting a coordinated response from the county’s road department and elected leaders. Posts made around 2:30 PM on social media from Judge Executive Roo Elleman and District 3 Magistrate Glendan Barker warned residents about worsening conditions and urged caution.
Read MoreGarrard County and the City of Lancaster have formally declared a State of Emergency in advance of the winter storm forecasted to begin tomorrow. This declaration is intended to ensure public safety and allow emergency services and road crews to respond as effectively as possible.
Read MoreGarrard County Emergency Management has announced the activation of warming shelters in response to forecasted cold weather conditions. The shelters will be open from Saturday, January 24 at 8:00 AM through Monday, January 26 at 8:00 AM, with the possibility of an extension depending on changes in the weather forecast.
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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.
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