The Falmouth Outlook

The Falmouth Outlook It was founded June 21, 1907 by Warren J. Shonert with only six subscribers at the time. It is consistently recognized by the news industry each year.

The Falmouth Outlook is a weekly newspaper that covers the latest headlines, community happenings and local events in Falmouth, Butler, and other areas of Pendleton County. The newspaper is now owned by Neil and Marilyn Belcher, who purchased it from the Delphos Herald in January of 2022. The weekly circulation has grown to nearly 3,600 readers a week with subscriptions, newsstand sales and the e-

edition. This small town media outlet produces an award-winning publication for its readers. In 2019, the Outlook was named the Weekly 1 Outstanding Local Newspaper by the Kentucky Press Association. Simply, they were named the best small town newspaper in the state. clearly shows the level of dedication of the employees and the pride taken in their work. Neil Belcher, who has more than 40 years in the newspaper business, is the current publisher of The Falmouth Outlook. He manages the daily operation of the newspaper, specializing in advertising sales. Belcher assumed these duties in January of 2015 after the retirement of Debbie Dennie, longtime editor/publisher of 33 years. Burton Cole assumed duties of editor in January 2024 on the semi-retirement of Editor Carolyn Reid. Cole has more than 40 years experience in daily newspapers, most recently as the Features Editor of the Tribune Chronicle in Warren, Ohio, and its sister paper The Vindicator, which covers Youngstown, Ohio, and area. Sarah Tackett assumed the advertising duties in November of 2018 after starting with the paper as typesetting and free lance reporter. Her advertisements won eight awards in 2019 and she finished third overall as the best Weekly 1 Small town newspapers for advertising. The eyes and ears of the community, The Falmouth Outlook has recorded the local history and events of Pendleton County for over a century while never missing a single week of publication since its small and humble beginning. It has withstood devastating floods, damaging tornadoes, and other hardships in order to achieve this 110 year accomplishment. Each week the newspaper features breaking news, births/deaths, marriages, court records, school news, church news, opinion letters, area columnists, sports, upcoming events, Meet Your Merchant, extension news, classified ads, community happenings and other important local issues. Monthly meetings of the city and county governments are reported as well as school board news and club/organization meetings. Looking Back, The Outlook Travels and Way Back When remain a constant favorite of readers. There are several informational guides and special sections printed at different times throughout the year. They include the Pendleton County High School Senior Graduation Tab, Kentucky Wool Festival Book, 38th District Tournament Pullout, Relay For Life Book, NCAA March Madness Tournament Pullout, Business Card Directory, Bridal Guide, Pendleton County Guide, Holiday Recipe Book & Gift Guide, Moonlight Madness Specials, Home Improvement Guide and others! The Outlook staff has produced two versions of a history book about Pendleton County called "The Forks of the Licking". Copies are still available to purchase for $21.95 each. (Shipping + handling is an additional $3.95 per book.) The Falmouth Outlook is published weekly and made available to newsstands on Tuesday mornings. The paper can be obtained through mail subscription or at the newsstand of most local businesses throughout Pendleton and the surrounding counties. A convenient way to get The Falmouth Outlook is by ordering the e-edition through the website. Each week, you will receive an email message delivered straight to your inbox that contains a link to a digital copy of the newspaper. As an added incentive, electronic subscribers get the Outlook on Monday evenings! No more waiting on the mail to arrive or having to rush out and buy a copy! An archive with past papers and all special sections can also be accessed. You can purchase single copies online or signup for a six, nine or twelve month subscription at the in-county rate. Visit the website at www.falmouthoutlook.com for more information. The Shopper's Outlook is a weekly advertising supplement with a circulation of over 5,200 that covers Pendleton County and the surrounding business area. It is a free publication that is mailed to residents in the county who do not have a subscription to The Falmouth Outlook. Most of the ads printed in the newspaper can also be found in the Shopper pages along with a detailed classified section, help wanted ads, local services, posted land notices, rentals, real estate listings, community event announcements, Meet Your Merchant, thank you notes, special sales sections, and more! In addition, The Shopper's Outlook contains coupons, sales inserts, and flyers from grocery stores, auto dealerships, pharmacies, restaurants, department stores, and other area businesses! Copies of the Shopper can also be picked up free of charge at the Outlook office. If you're interested in placing an advertisement in either The Falmouth Outlook or The Shopper's Outlook, contact Sarah Tackett, Advertising/Graphic Designer at [email protected] or by calling the office at 859-654-3332. Prices and sizes are available upon request. The Falmouth Outlook office is located at 210 Main Street in Falmouth. Hours are Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. If we are out of the office, you can leave a message by phone or email and someone will contact you as soon as possible. The mailing address is: The Falmouth Outlook, P.O. Box 111, Falmouth, KY 41040. The Falmouth Outlook can be reached by phone at 859-654-3332 or 859-654-3333, fax at 859-654-4365 or by emailing [email protected]

OUTLOOK STAFF:
Neil Belcher - Publisher/Ad Sales
Burton Cole - News Editor/Layout
Jessie Beckett - Advertising/Graphic Design
Sam McClanahan - Ad Sales/Reporter
Amy Hall- Proofreader/Layout
Tiaira Asbury - Receptionist/Bookkeeper
Nila Harris - Reporter
Carolyn Reid - Reporter
Janet Scanlon - Reporter


The Falmouth Outlook can be purchased at one of the locations listed below:

In Pendleton County:
Falmouth: BB's Superstore, Bluegrass To***co Store, CVS Pharmacy, Falmouth Outlook Office, Falmouth To***co, Hardy Mart - Marathon, Howard's Place, Total Care Pharmacy, Spirit House Liquor, Wells Market, Wyatt's Grocery
Butler: BB's Superstore, Butler Market, Tim's Kitchen

In Kenton County:
Fiskburg: Stahl's Grocery
Visalia: Visalia Market

In Bracken County:
Lenoxburg: Lenoxburg Store
Brooksville: B & H Grocery, Lee's IGA, Valero

In Campbell County:
Alexandria: Alexandria Carry Out, Alexandria Drugs, Ameristop, Parkview Market, Parkside Carryout, Shell Station, Speedway, Southern States
Grant's Lick: Brinkman's Station, Grant's Lick Grocery
AA Highway: California Market Place
Wilder: Speedway
Cold Spring: Fast Max, Speedway Station

In Grant County:
Williamstown: Coach Stop, Edmondson's Grocery, Main Street Sunoco, Williamstown Marathon
Crittenden: Total Care Pharmacy, EZ Stop

In Harrison County:
Cynthiana: Claysville General Store, Ken's New Market, Ken's Value, Circle K, Grandview Store

12/02/2025

109 Board meets December 8

FALMOUTH — The Pendleton County 109 Board will meet 7 p.m. Dec. 8 on the second floor of the County Courthouse, 233 Main St. The public is invited.

11/25/2025
Due to Thanksgiving holiday next week, we will be going to press early to ensure that the Nov. 27 Falmouth Outlook newsp...
11/18/2025

Due to Thanksgiving holiday next week, we will be going to press early to ensure that the Nov. 27 Falmouth Outlook newspapers will be printed and delivered on time.

The Falmouth Outlook has begun production of our annual four-week holiday books series. This series features four themes...
11/13/2025

The Falmouth Outlook has begun production of our annual four-week holiday books series. This series features four themes: Holiday DIY, the annual Children's Coloring Book Contest, Holiday Songbook, and Holiday Fun & Games.

The books will be found in each copy of the Outlook Dec. 2 to Dec. 23.

Any local business, church, organization, etc., that would like to advertise and be featured in the series, may contact Sam McClanahan at [email protected] before Nov. 25 for details. Let your organization be part of these holiday keepsakes.

Alexandria Police Department just released an update on the traffic fatality Monday morning at the AA Highway and KY 709...
11/06/2025

Alexandria Police Department just released an update on the traffic fatality Monday morning at the AA Highway and KY 709 in which Shirley Yeary, 62, of Falmouth was killed when her vehicle was in a collision with a tractor-trailer rig.

Local area businesses: This post is for you! This is a chance to get your business with our full-color Business Card Bul...
11/04/2025

Local area businesses: This post is for you! This is a chance to get your business with our full-color Business Card Bulletin Board in the Falmouth Outlook. Grow your business and access untapped potential. The Outlook serves six counties in Northern Kentucky — Pendleton, Campbell, Grant, Harrison, Bracken and Kenton counties. We’re affordable and we’d love to talk to you. Contact me, Matt Sorrell, at the Outlook at 859-654-3332 or email me at [email protected] and I’ll explain how it works.

Be sure to pick up this week’s Falmouth Outlook to scout all the Moonlight Madness sales that will be offered this week ...
11/04/2025

Be sure to pick up this week’s Falmouth Outlook to scout all the Moonlight Madness sales that will be offered this week at retailers around Pendleton County. Invest a dollar to save big bucks on special deals.

11/03/2025

We are saddened to report a traffic collision that occurred in our city this morning that resulted in a loss of life. Our officers continue to actively investigate this incident and we ask if you have any information, please contact the lead investigator. Thank you to all of our partner agencies for their assistance this morning. We remain committed to keeping our roadways safe; please adhere to all posted traffic regulations and drive safely.

***In the interest of active investigation, comments have been disabled. Please pass along any relevant information to investigators.***

10/29/2025

Halloween is Friday, and the Falmouth Outlook would like to run a few photos of your favorite trick-or-treaters, trunk-or-treaters, fall-festival-goers or other young costumed characters.

If you’d like to treat us with photos of spooks, princesses and superheroes begging for candy, email them to Outlook Editor Burton Cole at [email protected]. Include the names and ages of costumed youngsters in the photo, what town they’re from, and where or what event the photos are from.

We will choose the best from our bag of goodies for possible publication in the Nov. 4 edition of the Outlook.

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Falmouth, KY
41040

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The Falmouth Outlook is a weekly newspaper that covers the latest headlines, community happenings and local events in Falmouth, Butler, and other areas of Pendleton County. It was founded June 21,1907 by Warren J. Shonert with only six subscribers at the time. The newspaper is now owned by the Delphos Herald, who purchased it in January of 1986. The weekly circulation has grown to nearly 3,600 readers a week with subscriptions, newsstand sales and the e-edition. This small town media outlet produces an award-winning publication for its readers. It is consistently recognized by the news industry each year. In 2017, the Outlook received 10 awards from the Kentucky Press Association. This is quite an accomplishment for one of the smallest newspaper staffs in the state. It clearly shows the level of dedication of the employees and the pride taken in their work. Neil Belcher, who has 37 years in the newspaper business, is the current publisher and editor of The Falmouth Outlook. He manages the daily operation of the newspaper, specializing in advertising sales. Belcher assumed these duties in January of 2015 after the retirement of Debbie Dennie, longtime editor/publisher of 33 years. The eyes and ears of the community, The Falmouth Outlook has recorded the local history and events of Pendleton County for over a century while never missing a single week of publication since its small and humble beginning. It has withstood devastating floods, damaging tornadoes, and other hardships in order to achieve this 110 year accomplishment. Each week the newspaper features breaking news, births/deaths, marriages, court records, school news, church news, opinion letters, area columnists, sports, upcoming events, Meet Your Merchant, extension news, classified ads, community happenings and other important local issues. Monthly meetings of the city and county governments are reported as well as school board news and club/organization meetings. Looking Back, The Outlook Travels and Way Back When remain a constant favorite of readers. There are several informational guides and special sections printed at different times throughout the year. They include the Pendleton County High School Senior Graduation Tab, Kentucky Wool Festival Book, 38th District Tournament Pullout, Relay For Life Book, NCAA March Madness Tournament Pullout, Business Card Directory, Bridal Guide, Pendleton County Guide, Holiday Recipe Book & Gift Guide, Moonlight Madness Specials, Home Improvement Guide and others! The Outlook staff has produced two versions of a history book about Pendleton County called "The Forks of the Licking". Copies are still available to purchase for $21.95 each. (Shipping + handling is an additional $3.95 per book.) The Falmouth Outlook is published weekly and made available to newsstands on Tuesday mornings. The paper can be obtained through mail subscription or at the newsstand of most local businesses throughout Pendleton and the surrounding counties. A new and convenient way to get The Falmouth Outlook is by ordering the e-edition through the website. Each week, you will receive an email message delivered straight to your inbox that contains a link to a digital copy of the newspaper. As an added incentive, electronic subscribers get the Outlook on Monday evenings! No more waiting on the mail to arrive or having to rush out and buy a copy! An archive with past papers and all special sections can also be accessed. You can purchase single copies online or signup for a six, nine or twelve month subscription at the in-county rate. Visit the website at www.falmouthoutlook.com for more information. The Shopper's Outlook is a weekly advertising supplement with a circulation of over 5,200 that covers Pendleton County and the surrounding business area. It is a free publication that is mailed to residents in the county who do not have a subscription to The Falmouth Outlook. Most of the ads printed in the newspaper can also be found in the Shopper pages along with a detailed classified section, help wanted ads, local services, posted land notices, rentals, real estate listings, community event announcements, Meet Your Merchant, thank you notes, special sales sections, and more! In addition, The Shopper's Outlook contains coupons, sales inserts, and flyers from grocery stores, auto dealerships, pharmacies, restaurants, department stores, and other area businesses! Copies of the Shopper can also be picked up free of charge at the Outlook office. If you're interested in placing an advertisement in either The Falmouth Outlook or The Shopper's Outlook, contact Jessie Beckett, Advertising/Graphic Designer at [email protected] or by calling the office at 859-654-3332. Prices and sizes are available upon request. The Falmouth Outlook office is located at 210 Main Street in Falmouth. Hours are Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. If we are out of the office, you can leave a message by phone or email and someone will contact you as soon as possible. The mailing address is: The Falmouth Outlook, P.O. Box 111, Falmouth, KY 41040. The Falmouth Outlook can be reached by phone at 859-654-3332 or 859-654-3333, fax at 859-654-4365 or by emailing [email protected] OUTLOOK STAFF: Neil Belcher - Publisher/Editor/Ad Sales Jessie Beckett - Advertising/Graphic Design Sam McClanahan - Ad Sales/Reporter Keith Smith - Layout/Reporter/Typesetter Don Lee - Delivery Don Reed - Delivery Ed Salerno - Reporter Brett Price - Reporter Jason Anderson - Reporter

The Falmouth Outlook can be purchased at one of the locations listed below: In Pendleton County: Falmouth: BB's Superstore, Bluegrass To***co Store, CVS Pharmacy, Falmouth Outlook Office, Falmouth To***co, Hardy Mart - Marathon, Howard's Place, Total Care Pharmacy, Spirit House Liquor, Wells Market, Wyatt's Grocery Butler: BB's Superstore, Butler Market, Tim's Kitchen In Kenton County: Fiskburg: Allen's Grocery Visalia: Visalia Market In Bracken County: Lenoxburg: Myers Grocery Brooksville: B & H Grocery, Figgins Market, Kwik Shoppe, Lee's IGA, Main Street Food, Willow Farm Supply In Campbell County: Alexandria: Alexandria Carry Out, Alexandria Drugs, Ameristop, County Market, Dairy Mart, Kwik Shoppe, Parkview Market, Parkside Carryout, Shell Station Grant's Lick: Brinkman's Station, Grant's Lick Grocery AA Highway: California Market Place, Marathon Station Wilder: Ameristop, Ameristop/Shell Station Cold Spring: Fast Max, Speedway Station In Grant County: Williamstown: Cincro Express-BP, Coach Stop, Edmondson's Grocery, EZ Stop, Main Street Marathon, Williamstown Marathon Dry Ridge: Ameristop Dry Ridge, Dry Ridge Marathon, Crittenden: Crittenden Marathon, EZ Stop In Harrison County: Cynthiana: Claysville General Store, Fast Max, Ken's New Market, Ken's Value