Henry County Local

09/20/2026

It's not too late to enjoy some Celtic fun! The Central Kentucky Celtic Festival & Highland Games runs through 5 p.m. today at Kentucky Renaissance Fair in Eminence.

The 21st Central Kentucky Celtic Festival brought steamy weather and lively fun to Eminence Sept 19-20 with music, Highland Games, dancing, archery, kids’ games, food, and special guests at the Renaissance Fair.

09/19/2026

Congrats to tonight's player of the game: Maurice Roberts!

Roberts ran for a touchdown and had several defensive stops, including a sack, during Eminence's 16-0 win at Trimble County.

09/18/2026

VOTING IS NOW OPEN for the 2026 Henry County Best of the Best Awards! ⭐

Click here to vote by NOON Oct. 1: https://paxtonmedia.secondstreetapp.com/Henry-County-Local-Best-of-the-Best-2026-2

Don't see your favorite on the ballot? You can write-in their name to be added. Winners will be published in the Local Oct. 21.

09/17/2026

The Henry County Water District is continuing its quest to be the best-tasting water in Kentucky after being voted number two in the statewide Best Tasting Water Competition last August, having recently completed a water tank rehabilitation project and setting sights on other projects this month.

The Henry County Water District is continuing its quest to be the best-tasting water in Kentucky after being voted number two in the statewide Best Tasting Water Competition last August,

09/16/2026

With no one present to speak for or against the proposed tax increase, the Henry County Board of Education unanimously approved the 2.65% increase on Sept. 9.

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With no one present to speak for or against the proposed tax increase, the Henry County Board of Education unanimously approved the measure during a special-called meeting on Sept. 9.

09/16/2026

The Henry County boys soccer team defeated Owen County 3-0 for its first win of the season on Sept. 9.

Henry County battled to defeat Owen County 3-0 for its first victory of the 2026 season at home on Wednesday, Sept. 9.

09/16/2026

The Henry County Local is proud to offer front page posters of our special Wendell Berry edition. A portion of all poster sales will go to The Berry Center. The 11X22 posters are $15 if purchased in person or $29.99 to be shipped.

09/15/2026

The Henry Grand Jury indicted seven people after meeting in late August, including a 19-year-old who was charged with possession of child po*******hy as well as voyeurism.

09/14/2026

In a letter shared with the Local, Superintendent Buddy Berry cited an unexpected increase in enrollment — causing further state funding — as the reason for his change in recommendation.

The board's meeting on their tax rate is tomorrow at 5:30 p.m.

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EMINENCE — Despite having proposed an almost 2% increase in their property tax rates in late August, Superintendent Buddy Berry now plans to recommend the Eminence Board of Education to

09/12/2026

Henry County continues to impress with another strong showing at this year’s Kentucky State Fair in Louisville.

Henry County 4-H participants earned many ribbons across various categories including country ham projects, photography, arts and crafts, and home environment during this year's Kentucky State Fair.