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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.“I am without a doubt the least known...
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.Out of 51 projects submitted, 17 were selected as finalists, placing Paragon among the...
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.Many people expressed surprise that Mayor Sabrina Hazen, who agreed during a March 14 town hall to set up...
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.
Pendleton County residents donate blood.

Pendleton County residents donate blood.

Butler Lions Club sponsored blood drive

News Staff
Monday, February 16, 2026
The Butler Lions Club sponsored a blood drive Feb. 13 at Northern Elementary School. Volunteers boarding the Hoxworth Blood Center bloodmobile helped save 48 lives, according to the Lions. All donors received a vintage crew neck sweatshirt.
Photo by Burton Cole.

Photo by Burton Cole.

Night to Shine

News Staff
Monday, February 16, 2026
Cheering fans waving signs lined Main Street Friday evening in downtown Falmouth as a fleet of stretch limos, escorted by Falmouth and Pendleton County fire trucks, transported guests to Broken Arrow Farm for a night of food, laughter, music and dancing for the Night to Shine prom.
Duke

Duke

CREATURE FEATURE

News Staff
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
Creature Feature runs every other week featuring some of the dogs available for adoption at the Pendleton County Animal Shelter. “Please take a moment and look at all the dogs we have up for adoption and see if you could open your heart to adopt a new family member.”
Pictured from left are Proeschel and maintenance crew Joseph Williams, John Webster, Preston Nunnelly, Nick Arcari, Rusty Robbins and Jim Montgomery. Photo by Brenda Montgomery of WoodmenLife.

Pictured from left are Proeschel and maintenance crew Joseph Williams, John Webster, Preston Nunnelly, Nick Arcari, Rusty Robbins and Jim Montgomery. Photo by Brenda Montgomery of WoodmenLife.

Snow snacks

News Staff
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
WoodmenLife Chapter 611 in Falmouth last Thursday delivered a tub full of water and snacks to the City of Falmouth Maintenance Department.
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