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Singer-songwriter Sami Riggs, now of Dry Ridge but who grew up in Butler, salutes her Pendleton County roots with a photoshoot at BlackSheep Farmstead in Falmouth for the upcoming release of her single, “Black Sheep.” Photo by Kandice Smith Photography.

Singer-songwriter Sami Riggs, now of Dry Ridge but who grew up in Butler, salutes her Pendleton County roots with a photoshoot at BlackSheep Farmstead in Falmouth for the upcoming release of her single, “Black Sheep.” Photo by Kandice Smith Photography.

Melody of memories

News Staff
Wednesday, May 1, 2024
By Burton Cole DRY RIDGE — Sami Riggs writes about life.The singer-songwriter who grew up in Butler sets to music memories of childhood games and dreams, of first loves, of people lost to the years.It’s what makes her songs so relatable, said Riggs, 32.
Ercil “Bennie” Vanlandingham, front, poses with mechanics, from left, David Utz, Steve Kavanaugh and son Ronnie Vanlandingham at Ben’s Chevron in 1975.

Ercil “Bennie” Vanlandingham, front, poses with mechanics, from left, David Utz, Steve Kavanaugh and son Ronnie Vanlandingham at Ben’s Chevron in 1975.

Traveling Back… to Ben’s Chevron

News Staff
Tuesday, April 23, 2024
By Nila Harris FALMOUTH — As we see the building next to McDonald’s come down in Falmouth to make way for a Dollar General store, I’m reminded of a different building in that place back in the 1970s…Ercil “Bennie” Vanlandingham was born and raised in Falmouth and attended Falmouth High School...

Cat crisis

News Staff
Tuesday, April 23, 2024
By Carolyn Reid FALMOUTH — Pendleton County Fiscal Court once again reviewed the agreement between the city of Falmouth and the county regarding animal control as it met last Tuesday in caucus.County Animal Control Officer John Bloomfield was in the meeting to answer questions regarding the city’s...
William Burns of Falmouth Burns crosses the finish line of the Boston Marathon in time of 2:46:27, finishing 833rd overall out of 25,530 entrants who completed the race April 15 in and around Boston. Burn said that the cheering crowds were a great motivator. Photo courtesy of William Burns.

William Burns of Falmouth Burns crosses the finish line of the Boston Marathon in time of 2:46:27, finishing 833rd overall out of 25,530 entrants who completed the race April 15 in and around Boston. Burn said that the cheering crowds were a great motivator. Photo courtesy of William Burns.

Pendleton runner conquers Boston

News Staff
Tuesday, April 23, 2024
By Nila HarrisBOSTON — William Burns is all about setting goals for himself.As an Air Force ROTC cadet, he will be commissioned as a second lieutenant upon graduation from the University of Kentucky next spring.Through his tenure at UK and involvement with the Air Force program, Burns has set goals...
2024 Outlook Bracket Challenge Winner

2024 Outlook Bracket Challenge Winner

Bracket Challenge Winner

News Staff
Tuesday, April 16, 2024
Bracket BeaterThe University of Connecticut's 75-60 victory over Purdue in the NCAA men's basketball national championship last week gave Dave Maier the boost he needed to win the Falmouth Outlook's NCAA Bracket Challenge.
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FAITH & VALUES

News Staff
Tuesday, April 16, 2024
Blanket CreekScripture was from Genesis 3 titled The Fall of Man. A lot of people are afraid of snakes (me!), however, Eve didn’t seem to be afraid of the serpent in the forbidden garden. Eve ate of the fruit and offered it to Adam. When God saw them, Adam blamed Eve and Eve blamed Satan.
Northern Pendleton Fire

Northern Pendleton Fire

NPFD again faces questions in death of cardiac victim

News Staff
Tuesday, April 16, 2024
By Carolyn ReidBUTLER — At its April 8 monthly meeting, the North Pendleton Fire District once again met with questions regarding the death of Justin Brown, a resident who passed away, according to family and friends, while waiting for an ambulance that was to be seven minutes away but was...
Matteo Romeo of Falmouth and his girlfriend, Tori Cravens of Cincinnati, watch the eclipse from the Romeo family farm on Liberty Ridge. Photo by Patricia Romeo.

Matteo Romeo of Falmouth and his girlfriend, Tori Cravens of Cincinnati, watch the eclipse from the Romeo family farm on Liberty Ridge. Photo by Patricia Romeo.

There goes the sun

News Staff
Tuesday, April 16, 2024
PC familiesboth travel,stay homefor eclipse  By Burton ColeKenzi Zmyslo of Alexandria and family traveled to Connersville, Ind., to put themselves in the pathway of last week’s total solar eclipse.“Definitely worth the drive,” she said. “It was surreal experience.
Butler Lions Club cleans up old tires

Butler Lions Club cleans up old tires

Funding addresses stormwater runoff

News Staff
Tuesday, April 9, 2024
FRANKFORT — Team Kentucky, through the Green Infrastructure Assistance Program (GIAP), is seeking grant applications for projects that help rural and/or disadvantaged communities address stormwater issues by applying green infrastructure and nature-based solutions.Runoff from stormwater can carry...
Duke is a big baby. He deserves someone to give him a chance. Photos courtesy of the Pendleton County Animal Shelter

Duke is a big baby. He deserves someone to give him a chance. Photos courtesy of the Pendleton County Animal Shelter

CREATURE FEATURE

News Staff
Tuesday, April 2, 2024
BUTLER — Creature Feature runs twice monthly featuring some of the dogs available for adoption at the Pendleton County Animal Shelter.
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