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Pendleton County natives Brian and Tonya Sandy acquired and reopened the historic Time Out Tavern in Falmouth. The bar closed following the unexpected passing of previous owner Rick Wilson in February. Photo by Sam McClanahan.

Pendleton County natives Brian and Tonya Sandy acquired and reopened the historic Time Out Tavern in Falmouth. The bar closed following the unexpected passing of previous owner Rick Wilson in February. Photo by Sam McClanahan.

Still in the family

News Staff
Monday, April 27, 2026
By Sam McClanahan FALMOUTH — Historic Time Out Tavern, which has served as a staple in the Falmouth business community for more than a half a century, has reopened its doors following a 2 ½-month absence.
Former Pendleton County Schools Superintendent Dr. Owen “Doc” Collins, died April 14 at age 90

Former Pendleton County Schools Superintendent Dr. Owen “Doc” Collins, died April 14 at age 90

‘Wow! What a run!’

News Staff
Monday, April 20, 2026
By Nila Harris BUTLER — “Don’t Arrive at home plate safely in a well-preserved body, but skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting, ‘Wow! What a run!’”This quote by educator Dr.
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Isabella Roberts

Three Sharp Scholarships awarded

News Staff
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
By Carol Klaber This year, the Sharp Scholarships Committee announced three awards instead of the usual two, the Sharp Class of 1962 Scholarship and the Sharp Family Scholarship. A one-time third four-year scholarship is being given by the Sharp Family in memory of educator Charles A.
Pendleton County Soil Conservation District countywide writing contest winner Remmi Prince poses with Rep. Mark Hart. Not pictured are second place finisher Daniel Drury and third place finisher Ellie Fultz.

Pendleton County Soil Conservation District countywide writing contest winner Remmi Prince poses with Rep. Mark Hart. Not pictured are second place finisher Daniel Drury and third place finisher Ellie Fultz.

Conservation District awards young artists

News Staff
Monday, April 6, 2026
By Nila Harris FALMOUTH — The Pendleton County Soil Conservation District on March 27 recognized the winners of this year’s conservation contest at its annual Art and Writing Contest Banquet.
James Poynter, left, and Anthony Strong listen as Rick Mineer answers a question during a debate between candidates for Pendleton County Judge Executive March 25 at Pendleton Hills country club in Butler. The three, along with Sebastian Ernst, are vying to replace Pendleton County Judge Executive David Fields, who is retiring when his term expires at the end of the year.

James Poynter, left, and Anthony Strong listen as Rick Mineer answers a question during a debate between candidates for Pendleton County Judge Executive March 25 at Pendleton Hills country club in Butler. The three, along with Sebastian Ernst, are vying to replace Pendleton County Judge Executive David Fields, who is retiring when his term expires at the end of the year.

‘We can do better’: Judge candidates debate

News Staff
Monday, March 30, 2026
By Burton Coleand Jim Thaxton BUTLER — Perhaps the most repeated phrase was “We can do better” when three of the four candidates for Pendleton County Judge Executive squared off in the first debate of the 2026 election season March 25 at Pendleton Hills.
Rick Mineer, Pendleton County Fiscal Court Magistrate Rick Mineer, left, Paragon co-owners Bryan and Jason Meuhlenkamp, and Tami Vater, Pendleton County Economic and Tourism Development director, celebrate Paragon’s recognition.

Rick Mineer, Pendleton County Fiscal Court Magistrate Rick Mineer, left, Paragon co-owners Bryan and Jason Meuhlenkamp, and Tami Vater, Pendleton County Economic and Tourism Development director, celebrate Paragon’s recognition.

Paragon named finalist for REDI Cincinnati growth award

News Staff
Monday, March 23, 2026
FALMOUTH — Paragon Metal Fabricators, one of Pendleton County’s newest manufacturers, was recognized as a finalist for the 2025 Jame Wuenker Growth Award by REDI Cincinnati at its annual meeting on March 19.
Fire fight continues

Fire fight continues

Fire fight continues

News Staff
Monday, March 23, 2026
By Jim Thaxton FALMOUTH — They talked, argued and finally agreed to table the discussion to explore further details on a possible merger of city and county fire departments into a fire district.
Owner Lacey Gray

Owner Lacey Gray

New business

News Staff
Monday, March 9, 2026
A private hair salon has opened its doors in Foster. Owner Lacey Gray calls it, “A safe, affirming and welcoming space for every client.” Gray has more than 13 years of professional experience in women’s cuts, chemical services, hair extensions and hair loss replacement options.
In the photo, kneeling from left are Paragon employees Jordan Antrobus, Mark Murphy and Tom Meyer. In the second row are Tami Vater, Pendleton County economic and tourism development director, and Neil Belcher, chamber president, who is handing the Business of the Month plaque to brothers and owners of Paragon, Matthew, Jason and Bryan Muehlenkamp. In the third row are Randy Wells and Doug Buckner of the Chamber, and Paragon employees Joey Clos, Jonathan Pugh, Opal Bills and Mike Antrobus. The fourth row is

In the photo, kneeling from left are Paragon employees Jordan Antrobus, Mark Murphy and Tom Meyer. In the second row are Tami Vater, Pendleton County economic and tourism development director, and Neil Belcher, chamber president, who is handing the Business of the Month plaque to brothers and owners of Paragon, Matthew, Jason and Bryan Muehlenkamp. In the third row are Randy Wells and Doug Buckner of the Chamber, and Paragon employees Joey Clos, Jonathan Pugh, Opal Bills and Mike Antrobus. The fourth row is

Business of the month

News Staff
Monday, March 9, 2026
The Pendleton County Chamber of Commerce Business of the Month for March is Paragon Metal Fabricators, 188 Hammer Drive, Falmouth. Paragon began production in August in the former Hammer Strength factory, and 12 of its 14 employees so far are former Hammer Strength employees.
Bells celebrate 60 years

Bells celebrate 60 years

Bells celebrate 60 years

News Staff
Monday, February 16, 2026
Gordon E. Bell and Alice Coffey Bell of Butler celebrated 60 years of marriage this year. They were married Feb. 18, 1966, at Grants Lick Baptist Church in Grants Lick, Kentucky. Mrs. Bell is the former Alice Coffey.
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