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Madison Verst (1) celebrates with Pendleton County High School teammate Jayla McIlvain (6) during the volleyball regional tournament last week at Bracken High School. The Ladycats made history when they picked up a first round win over the Augusta Lady Panthers. It was the first time in 11 attempts that Pendleton County picked up a win in regional action. The Ladycats lost to eventual champions Scott High School in the regional semifinal game. The Ladycats finished their volleyball season with a 22-7 record

Madison Verst (1) celebrates with Pendleton County High School teammate Jayla McIlvain (6) during the volleyball regional tournament last week at Bracken High School. The Ladycats made history when they picked up a first round win over the Augusta Lady Panthers. It was the first time in 11 attempts that Pendleton County picked up a win in regional action. The Ladycats lost to eventual champions Scott High School in the regional semifinal game. The Ladycats finished their volleyball season with a 22-7 record

Ladycats roar in regionals

News Staff
Monday, November 11, 2024
By Samantha Verst The Ladycats 2024 volleyball season has come to an end with a 22-7 record. This past week, the team competed in the 10th regional tournament and walked away having etched their way into Pendleton County volleyball history.
Bowling coaches Jude, left, and Toni Zilliox stand with Elijah Combs, center, who placed fifth last week in the Northern Kentucky Special Olympics Regional Bowling Tournament. Photo courtesy of Judy Combs.

Bowling coaches Jude, left, and Toni Zilliox stand with Elijah Combs, center, who placed fifth last week in the Northern Kentucky Special Olympics Regional Bowling Tournament. Photo courtesy of Judy Combs.

Falmouth bowler places fifth in Special Olympics tournament

News Staff
Monday, November 11, 2024
By Nila Harris FALMOUTH — After graduating from Pendleton County High School in 2020, Elijah Combs, son of Kurt and Judy Combs, Falmouth, was searching for something to do.
Oscar is just a happy guy. He’s a Husky mix so if you know the breed, you know their antics. But he’s super sweet and just needs a good home.

Oscar is just a happy guy. He’s a Husky mix so if you know the breed, you know their antics. But he’s super sweet and just needs a good home.

CREATURE FEATURE

News Staff
Monday, November 11, 2024
Creature Feature runs twice monthly featuring some of the dogs available for adoption at the Pendleton County Animal Shelter. Contact the shelter at 859-472-5400 to inquire about adding a fur baby to your family, or stop in at the shelter at 1314 Bryan Griffin Road, Butler.
Animal Control Officer checks for a microchip on a stray dog brought to the shelter.

Animal Control Officer checks for a microchip on a stray dog brought to the shelter.

Crisis point

News Staff
Monday, November 11, 2024
By Carolyn Reid BUTLER — When the Pendleton County Animal Shelter posted on Facebook that it was “on the verge of making harsh choices…,” a number of people reacted, assuming the worst at the no-kill shelter.
Pendleton County Ladycat Volleyball Team

Pendleton County Ladycat Volleyball Team

Ladycats win district championship

News Staff
Monday, November 11, 2024
By Samantha Verst The Pendleton County High School Ladycats volleyball team went into district play on a four-game winning streak last week and used that momentum to capture the 38th District title for the first time since 2012.“The one thing I have to say is wow,” coach Marian Rice said.
Pendleton County School Board Meeting

Pendleton County School Board Meeting

School district addresses chronic absenteeism

News Staff
Monday, November 11, 2024
By Burton Cole BUTLER — Pendleton County Schools have an attendance problem, and Superintendent Joe Buerkley hopes that a large, silver cup will help solve the problem.
Students from Mason-Corinth Elementary School in Williamstown landed at the Gene Snyder Airport in Falmouth this month as their reward for practicing ROAR — Respect, Ownership, Achievement and Responsibility.

Students from Mason-Corinth Elementary School in Williamstown landed at the Gene Snyder Airport in Falmouth this month as their reward for practicing ROAR — Respect, Ownership, Achievement and Responsibility.

Students soar at Snyder Airport

News Staff
Monday, November 11, 2024
FALMOUTH —Students at Mason-Corinth Elementary in Williamstown have been focusing on four attributes this school year to help them become successful students and citizens: Respect, Ownership, Achievement, and Responsibility — ROAR.
Shadow is a senior, but the sweetest guy. He is potty trained and all he wants to do is please his family.

Shadow is a senior, but the sweetest guy. He is potty trained and all he wants to do is please his family.

CREATURE FEATURE

News Staff
Thursday, October 24, 2024
Creature Feature runs twice monthly featuring some of the dogs available for adoption at the Pendleton County Animal Shelter.The no-kill shelter is in crisis mode, with far more dogs than capacity.
Members of the newly appointed Pendleton County Tourism Board.

Members of the newly appointed Pendleton County Tourism Board.

Pendleton welcomes tourism commission

News Staff
Thursday, October 24, 2024
Pendleton CountyEconomic Development FALMOUTH — Pendleton County reached a significant milestone last Tuesday as the first group of tourism commissioners was sworn in by Judge Executive David Fields.
Elijah Combs holds box pieces steady for assembly.

Elijah Combs holds box pieces steady for assembly.

Falmouth Baptist builds blessing box

News Staff
Thursday, October 24, 2024
By Nila Harris FALMOUTH — When one of the Falmouth Baptist Church members suggested putting up a blessing box for the community, Pastor Evan Williams was all for it.
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