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15/12/2025

🚩🚩 Two Vehicle Accident🚩🚩

📍Third and Ingram Streets

Airbag deployment

HFD and HPD on scene.

🛑 Please Avoid or use Caution if traveling in the area.

15/12/2025

🏛️ Farmer and Frenchman zoning request moves to planning commission for a public hearing

A proposed zoning text amendment that could pave the way for a six-unit bed and breakfast at Farmer & Frenchman is now headed to the Henderson City-County Planning Commission for a public hearing.

The amendment would add a “small farm winery farmstay” as a conditional use in agricultural zones, formally creating a path for agritourism-based lodging. The planning commission is set to hold a public hearing on the proposal at its Jan. 6 meeting.

👀 See what the amendment includes, how the process works, and what happens next in the full story ⤵
https://the-hendersonian.com/farmer-and-frenchman-zoning-request-moves-to-planning-commission-for-a-public-hearing/

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14/12/2025

🏊‍♂️🏊‍♀️ Swim teams look to build on last year’s successes

The Henderson County swim teams are diving into the winter season looking to build on last year’s progress, with both the boys and girls squads returning experience and confidence. Head coach Melanie Mays says the team is already ahead of where it was a year ago and eager to get started.

👀 How last season set the foundation, which returners matter, and what the teams are aiming for this year in our full preview ⤵
https://the-hendersonian.com/swim-teams-look-to-build-on-last-years-successes/

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(This article was first published in the December print edition of the Hendersonian.) Going into the winter sports season, the Henderson County High School Swimming team hopes to build on momentum from last season and continue improving its performance in the pool. Both the girls and boys teams will...

14/12/2025

🤼 HCHS boys and girls wrestlers strive for returns to state

As Henderson County enters its eighth season since their return to KHSSA, the Colonels’ boys and girls programs are no longer just rebuilding ~ they’re competing for spots at state.

Under head coach Jermaine Poynter, the program has grown into a regional contender, fueled by a rapidly expanding middle school pipeline that’s setting the foundation for long-term success.

See how the program was rebuilt, why the feeder system matters, and what’s ahead at region and state ~ all in our full preview ⤵
https://the-hendersonian.com/hchs-boys-and-girls-wrestlers-strive-for-returns-to-state/
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(This article first appeared in the December print edition of the Hendersonian.) As Henderson County enters its eighth season since wrestling returned as a KHSAA-sanctioned sport in 2018, head coach Jermaine Poynter finds himself leading a program that has grown from a restart into a competitive reg...

14/12/2025

🎁It’s a tough time of the year for many. RVBH wants those who need help to call 988

🎄The holiday season can be especially difficult for many, particularly those coping with grief or recent loss. River Valley Behavioral Health (RVBH) is encouraging anyone who is struggling to reach out for support by calling or texting 988 🆘 the Su***de and Crisis Lifeline.

Michelle Nobles, vice president of outpatient services for RVBH, said the service is not only for people experiencing suicidal thoughts, but also for those dealing with everyday stressors that can feel overwhelming. Warning signs may include changes in sleep or eating habits, increased irritability, or emotional withdrawal.

Day-to-day challenges such as family conflict, substance use, domestic violence, anxiety at school, or stress at work are all valid reasons to seek help, Nobles said.

“We want folks reaching out before it gets to that crisis level,” she said.

📳Support is available 24/7 by dialing 988 to reach the Su***de and Crisis Lifeline.

Read the full story here ⤵
https://the-hendersonian.com/its-a-tough-time-of-the-year-for-many-rvbh-wants-those-who-need-help-to-call-988/
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13/12/2025

People who need a warm place to stay can go to Harbor House (270-827-5010) and the Fr. Bradley Shelter for Women and Children (270-830-8063)

The next few nights have been designated as White Flag events, meaning dangerously cold conditions are expected. We strongly urge anyone in need to utilize local shelters for a safe, warm place to stay overnight. Please don’t try to weather the cold alone—shelters are open and available to help keep you safe.

Harbor House
270-827-5010

Father Bradley Shelter
270-830-8063

13/12/2025

🏀Lady Cols aiming for 8th straight region championship

After a 28–6 season and a run to the state tournament quarterfinals, the Henderson County Lady Colonels are tipping off a new season with one big goal: an 8th straight region championship and another trip to Rupp Arena.

With a blend of experienced senior leadership, emerging young talent, and a slightly different style of play, expectations remain high under head coach Stephen Haile ~ even after early adversity.

👀 What’s changed this season? Who’s stepping up? And how realistic is another deep March run?

Read the full story here⤵
https://the-hendersonian.com/lady-cols-aiming-for-8th-straight-region-championship/

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(This article first appeared in the December print edition of the Hendersonian.) Excitement is building once again around the Henderson County Lady Colonels’ basketball team with a new season about to tip off. Coming off a 28-6 season, which ended in the quarterfinals of the state tournament last ...

13/12/2025

❄️ Cold Weather Alert for Henderson Area ❄️

A cold front is expected to move into the region by midday, bringing sharply colder temperatures behind it.

🌧️ What to watch for:
• Patchy freezing drizzle may develop behind the front
• At this time, impacts appear limited, but conditions could change
• If traveling later today, stay alert for updates or possible advisories

🥶 What’s coming next:
• Wind chills below zero tonight across the area
• Sunday highs may struggle to reach 20°
• Sunday night lows drop back into the single digits

Stay warm, travel with caution, and keep an eye on forecast updates.

13/12/2025

Local candidates who have filed (through Dec. 12)

Filed on Dec. 12
🔘No one filed

Filed on Dec. 11
🔘No one filed

Filed on Dec. 10
🔘No one filed

Filed on Dec. 9
🔘Lindsay Noller Turner for Henderson District Judge-1st Division
🔘Larry D. Owens for Constable District 5

See shared post for Nov. 5 to Dec. 8 filings.

List of Candidates Who Have Officially Filed (As Of Dec. 9)

Filed on Dec. 9
🔘Larry D. Owens for Constable District 5

Filed on Dec. 8
🔘Tom Williams for Henderson City Commission

Filed on Dec. 3 thru Dec. 5
🔘No one filed.

Filed on Dec. 2
🔘Brad Staton filed for Henderson Mayor (incumbent)

Filed on Dec. 1
🔘No one filed.

Filed on Nov. 26
🔘J.T. Payne for State Representative, 11th District (filed with Kentucky secretary of state’s office) (incumbent)

Filed on Nov. 21 thru Nov. 25
🔘No one filed.

Filed on Nov. 20
🔘Joe McGarrh for Henderson County School Board District 2 (incumbent)
🔘Henderson City Commission candidate Patti Bugg withdrew from the race.

Filed on Nov. 19
🔘Taylor Tompkins for Magistrate District 2 (incumbent)

Filed on Nov. 18
🔘James Franks for Magistrate District 2

Filed on Nov. 17
🔘Eddie Vaught for Jailer
🔘Tim Southard for Magistrate District 3 (incumbent)

Filed on Nov. 13 & Nov. 14
🔘No one filed.

Filed on Nov. 12
🔘Shelia Patterson for Coroner
🔘Robert Pruitt for Henderson City Commission

Filed on Nov. 11
🔘County offices closed for Veterans Day.

Filed on Nov. 10
🔘Brad Schneider for Henderson County Judge-Executive
🔘Tre Perkins for Henderson City Commission

Filed on Nov. 7
🔘Carrie Smith for Henderson County Clerk
🔘Chris Thomas for Henderson City Commissioner

Filed on Nov. 6
🔘Robby Mills for State Senator, 4th District (filed with KY Secretary of State’s Office, incumbent)
🔘Patti Bugg for Henderson City Commissioner
🔘Butch Puttman for Magistrate District 4 (incumbent)
🔘Chip Stauffer for Sheriff (incumbent)

Filed on Nov. 5
🔘Keith Berry for Magistrate District 1 (incumbent)
🔘 DeWayne Reneer for Coroner
🔘Anthony Willett for Jailer
🔘Cooper Beck for Henderson City Commissioner
🔘Kristie Randolph for Henderson City Commissioner

🔗https://the-hendersonian.com/local-candidates-who-have-filed-through-dec-9/
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13/12/2025

🏘️City and Habitat deal has led to clearing of nine blighted properties

Habitat for Humanity of Henderson has purchased and cleared nine blighted properties in the inner city since partnering with the City of Henderson earlier this fiscal year.

Under the agreement, the city and Habitat each contribute $100,000 annually ~ a combined $200,000 per year ~ to identify, acquire, and clear problem properties. That’s a major increase from the city’s previous $50,000 annual allocation, according to Mayor Brad Staton.

The partnership grew out of recommendations from last year’s Inner City Improvement Plan.

📊 Want to see which properties were cleared and how the numbers break down?
Read the full story here ⤵️
https://the-hendersonian.com/city-and-habitat-deal-has-led-to-clearing-of-nine-blighted-properties/

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12/12/2025

It’s and the City of Henderson is spotlighting a new service offered by the mass transit team! 🏢📲

Did you know you can now track real time locations of City buses with the HART Transit app? You can see bus routes displayed on a map, receive arrival notifications, and view route schedules all in the palm of your hand!

This is available for both Apple and Android users.

Download today ⤵️

iPhone: bit.ly/AppleHART

Android: bit.ly/AndroidHART
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12/12/2025

📣 New Letters to the Editor just dropped

A couple of Henderson County residents have submitted letters voicing strong opposition to wind and other renewable energy projects. Their concerns range from safety and noise to property rights and the future of local land use.

🌬️ Curious what your neighbors had to say - in their own words?

Read the full letters here:
https://the-hendersonian.com/letters-to-the-editor-opposed-to-wind-and-other-renewable-energy-projects/

The Hendersonian is a 501(c)(3) non-profit local news organization.