The Lebanon Enterprise

The Lebanon Enterprise Local weekly newspaper The Lebanon Enterprise is a weekly newspaper in Lebanon, Ky, owned by Paxton Media Group.
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It is published on Wednesdays and on newsstands Tuesday night. Its office, located at 119 South Proctor Knott Avenue in Lebanon, has been at its current location since April of 1966. The staff is comprised of a publisher, a news/sports reporter, an office manager/ ad salesperson, a circulation clerk, a graphic artist manager, and a driver.

Your sneak peek at tomorrow's front page. Lots of Ham Days photos inside and more being added to the website. Have a gre...
09/30/2025

Your sneak peek at tomorrow's front page. Lots of Ham Days photos inside and more being added to the website. Have a great week!

09/26/2025

Final score MCHS 59 - Thomas Nelson 7. Congrats Knights!!

09/26/2025

Exciting first half for Knights' football. Halftime score MCHS 32 - Thomas Nelson 7.

Cheryl Ann Masterson Mattingly, 76, passed away Saturday, September 20, 2025 at her daughter’s home in Loretto. She was...
09/22/2025

Cheryl Ann Masterson Mattingly, 76, passed away Saturday, September 20, 2025 at her daughter’s home in Loretto. She was born October 22, 1948 in Marion County. She worked as a Dietary Aide with the Loretto Motherhouse for 43 years. She loved everyone and was a mom to many. She will be remembered for her bright light, her smile, and her infectious laugh. She was always there for those she loved and strangers alike as she walked the path of her faith without hesitation or question, being a guiding light and safe harbor for anyone in need of prayer, a hug, a laugh, or anything else within her power. She touched so many lives and never asked for anything in return. She truly led a Christ like life and will be deeply missed by her family, friends, co-workers, and church family. She may have departed from this Earth but her imprint and impact on so many moral lives will continue to guide and comfort others for generations to come.

Cheryl was preceded in death by her husband, Lawrence Alton “Big L.” Mattingly who died March 18, 2005; her parents, Richard Nolan Masterson, Sr. and Ruth Marie Cheshire Masterson; two sisters, Mary Elizabeth Reynolds and infant Rebecca Masterson; one brother, Joseph Donald Masterson.

Survivors include her daughter, Stacy Ann Ballard (Darrel) of Loretto; her niece whom she raised, Melissa Lee (Chris) of Loretto; two granddaughters, Bethany Mattingly (Jacob Downs) and Autumn Ballard all of Loretto; one great grandson, William Lawrence Downs; four sisters, Denise Hagan (Richard) and Patricia Masterson, all of Loretto, Nola Ralston (Jim Pat) of New Hope, and Rosemary Smith (Eddie) of Culvertown; seven brothers, Dickie Masterson (Delores) and Jimmy Masterson (Carol), all of Louisville, Jackie Masterson (Mary Kay) of Vine Grove, Tom Masterson (Donna) of Samuels, Gerald Masterson (Pat) of Culvertown, Kenny Masterson of Bardstown, and David Masterson (Phyllis) of New Hope.

The funeral mass for Cheryl Ann Masterson Mattingly will be celebrated at 11 am Wednesday, September 24, 2025, at the Loretto Motherhouse Church, 515 Nerinx Road, Nerinx. Rev. James W. Graf will officiate. Interment will follow in Saint Vincent de Paul Cemetery.

The visitation is 3-8 pm Tuesday at Mattingly Funeral Home, 195 Holy Cross Road, Loretto, with a prayer service at 6 pm by Rev. Deacon Joseph R. Dant.

Pallbearers are Jaxon Hardin, Landon Hardin, Robbie Ralston, Toby Hagan, Mikael McCauley, and Jacob McCauley.

09/20/2025

Knights fall 29-30 to John Hardin in overtime.

09/20/2025

Heading into Overtime. Game tied 22-22!

09/20/2025

Halftime score:
MCHS 22 John Hardin 14

Charles Louis Flanagan, 79, of Lebanon, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at his home in Lebanon, ...
09/18/2025

Charles Louis Flanagan, 79, of Lebanon, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at his home in Lebanon, Kentucky, following a long illness. He was surrounded by his loving family.
Born on November 1, 1945, in Marion County, Louis was known for his genuine compassion and tireless dedication to his family and to members of the community, leaving a lasting and heartfelt impact on many. He previously worked as the owner of Flanagan’s TV Service on Spalding Avenue and dedicated the last 50 years as a member of the American Legion, Knights of Columbus, and Veterans of Foreign Wars. He was a Kentucky Colonel, a member of a local prison ministry, and a hospice volunteer. He was a dedicated member of Saint Charles Catholic Church all his life, serving as a Eucharistic minister and lector. He loved music and was an avid musician. He loved cats, and he and his wife rescued 11 cats over the past 30 years.
He was preceded in death by his father, Joseph Edward Flanagan, Sr.; his mother, Catherine Roberta Mudd Flanagan; his brothers Joseph Edward Flanagan, Jr., and Frank Flanagan; and his sisters Pat Langley and Teresa Hawkins.
Survivors include his wife of 57 years Aline Peters Flanagan; daughters, Beth Flanagan of Lebanon and Mary Montenegro (Alex) of Bowling Green; his son Charles Gerard Flanagan, Sr. (Jackie) of Lebanon, his grandchildren Kate McPerson (Austin) of Bowling Green and Charles Gerard Flanagan, Jr., and Courtney Flanagan Collins of Lebanon; and his great grandsons Joseph and Zachary Collins, both of Lebanon; his sisters, Mary Slater of Louisville, Barbara Miles of St. Francis, and Dottie Kehm (Dave) of Lebanon, as well as many nieces and nephews.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, September 20, 2025, at Saint Charles Catholic Church, 675 Highway 327, Lebanon. Rev. Terry Bradshaw will officiate. Interment will follow in the church cemetery, where military rites will be conducted by the Marion County Veterans Honor Guard.
The visitation will be 3-8 p.m. Friday at Mattingly Funeral Home, 195 Holy Cross Road, Loretto, with a prayer service at 7 p.m. by Rev. Deacon Joseph R. Dant.
Pallbearers are Joe Flanagan, Frank Flanagan, John Flanagan, Joe Paul, Hawkins, Dennis Miles, and Frankie Hutchins.
We are deeply thankful for the Green River Hospice staff and to Dr. Julia Brown and her staff for their tireless dedication, empathy, and emotional support they gave not only to our dad, but to our entire family.

Jessica Marie Browning, 43, of Lebanon, passed away Wednesday, September 10th, 2025, peacefully at her home after a batt...
09/12/2025

Jessica Marie Browning, 43, of Lebanon, passed away Wednesday, September 10th, 2025, peacefully at her home after a battle with colon cancer. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, John and Margaret Fenwick and Tyler and Emma Morris and many aunts and uncles.

She is survived by her husband of 14 years, Matthew Browning, her daughters, Sydney and Katelyn; parents, Paul and Jeannie Morris; brothers, John Paul Morris (Denise), and Ritchie Morris (Paula), and 10 nieces and nephews.

Jessie was not only a loving wife and mother, but also a dedicated Marine, holding the rank of an E8 Master Sergeant. She served 8 years of active duty before transitioning to the Marine Reserves for a total of 26 years of services. She had one deployment to Iraq and two to Afghanistan.

After Jessie moved back to Lebanon, she started a family and began her civilian career. She had worked at two law offices and two construction companies. She was currently employed by T & T Banking Solutions. She found joy with the task of overseeing bank remodels, ATM change outs and other projects in the industry.

Jessie found joy away from work with her family, whether it was a camping trip, a hike, time on the water canoeing or around a campfire with family. Jessie was also very active in life that often included 3 mile runs and workouts. She was an avid member of Crossfit, where she also became a certified coach.

Throughout her life, Jessie came in contact with many people that she considered to be part of her family. She was encouraging and helpful to others, no matter the situation.

Funeral Services for Jessie Marie Browning will be held at 11 am Monday, September 15, 2025 at Saint Charles Catholic Church, 675 highway 327, Lebanon. Rev. Deacon Joseph R. Dant will officiate. Interment will follow in Lebanon National Cemetery where military rites will be conducted by the U.S. Marine Corps.

The visitation is 4-8 pm Sunday at Mattingly Funeral Home, 195 Holy Cross Road, Loretto, with a prayer service at 7 pm.

Memorials may go to Marion County Good Samaritans Foundation.

Pallbearers are John Paul Morris, Ritchie Morris, Patrick Miles, John Louis Morris, Chris Boone, Nathan Ballard, Greg Morris, and Dale McCauley.

Mattingly Funeral Home is entrusted with the arrangements.

Francis Lloyd “Toodle” Mattingly, 89, of Bardstown and formerly of Saint Francis, passed away on Monday, September 8, 20...
09/09/2025

Francis Lloyd “Toodle” Mattingly, 89, of Bardstown and formerly of Saint Francis, passed away on Monday, September 8, 2025, at Flaget Hospital. Born on July 7, 1936, in Marion County, he devoted his life to agriculture as a dedicated Dairy Farmer and also served the community as a School Bus driver. Together with his beloved wife, he was honored with the Peace and Justice award by the Archdiocese of Louisville and helped launch the Community Farm Alliance, making a lasting impact on farming advocacy. Toodle will be fondly remembered for his quick wit, infectious laughter, and unwavering commitment to family and community.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Joan Marie Higdon Mattingly who died November 24, 2024; his parents, Joseph Lee and Mary Alice Miles Mattingy; three sisters, Effie Lee Mattingly, Lucille Thompson, and Viola Mattingly; two brothers, James Delmar Mattingly and James William “Billy” Mattingly; one grandson, Michael Hamilton.

Survivors include seven children, Richie Mattingly (Tina) of Bradfordsville, Gina Garrett of Lebanon, Russell Mattingly (Becky) of Saint Joe, Kerry Mattingly (Gloria) of Springfield, Craig Mattingly (Jackie) of Loretto, Becca Hamilton (Curtis) of Fredricktown, and Dale Mattingly of Saint Francis; many grandchildren and great grandchildren.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 am Thursday, September 11, 2025 at Saint Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, 6785 Highway 52, Loretto. Rev. Richard T. Goodin will officiate. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.

The visitation is 3-8 pm Wednesday at Mattingly Funeral Home, 195 Holy Cross Road, Loretto, with a prayer service at 6 pm by Rev. Deacon Joseph R. Dant.

Grandsons will serve as pallbearers.

09/06/2025

Final score MCHS 19. WCHS 0

09/05/2025

Knights lead 13-0 over Washington County at the half.

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