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Legislative update: House continues to pass bills to better the Commonwealth

By CANDY MASSARONI50th District State Representative Tuesday, March 7, 2023 — As my colleagues and I wrapped up yet another productive week doing the work for our district, I had the pleasure of casting a vote for several pieces of legislation that will put the commonwealth on a better course for the future. As the […]

March 7th, 2023 | Posted in Agriculture,Breaking News,Business News,News,Public Safety,State government | Read More »

Opinion: Kentucky’s booming Bourbon industry doesn’t need another tax cut

By PAM THOMASKentucky Center for Economic Policy Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023, –– Kentucky’s bourbon and spirits industry had a banner year in 2022, with announcements of a record $2.1 billion in new investments. According to the Kentucky Distillers Association (KDA), 2.4 million full bourbon barrels now roll out of distilleries each year. As they say […]

February 28th, 2023 | Posted in Agriculture,Bourbon-related,Breaking News,Business News,City Government,County government,News,Opinion,Politics,State government | Read More »

2022 Nelson County Fair Pageant results

Mrs. Nelson County Fair Ms. Nelson County Fair Miss Modern Nelson County Fair Miss Nelson County Fair Nelson County Fair Little Princess Miss Teen Nelson County Fair Little Miss & Mister Nelson County Fair Miss Pre-Teen Nelson County Fair -30-

July 29th, 2022 | Posted in Agriculture,Breaking News,Community News,Entertainment,News | Read More »

Two local ag teachers receive honorary state FFA Degrees at state convention

NC GAZETTE / WBRT RADIOSTAFF REPORT Tuesday, June 14, 2022 — Two Bardstown teachers were recent awarded Honorary State FFA Degrees during the 93rd State FFA Convention in Lexington. John Martin and John Hammond, both of Bardstown received the honorary degree during a special ceremony at the state convention. The Honorary Degree is awarded to […]

June 14th, 2022 | Posted in Agriculture,Community News,Education,News | Read More »

Nelson County Beekeepers offering ‘A Year of Sustainable Beekeeping’ on March 12th

NC GAZETTE / WBRT RADIOSTAFF REPORT Monday, Feb. 28, 2022 — The Nelson County Beekeepers are offering a free beekeeping class experience, “A Year of Sustainable Beekeeping,” on Saturday, March 12, 2022. It consists of a series of nine classes that are 25 minutes each. Classes start at 9 a.m. and run until 2:25 p.m., […]

February 28th, 2022 | Posted in Agriculture,Breaking News,Education,News | Read More »

Washington County Beekeepers group will meet Monday, Feb. 7, 2022 in Springfield

NC GAZETTE / WBRT RADIOSTAFF REPORT Monday, Jan. 31, 2022 — The Washington County Beekeepers will meet 6-8:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 7, 2022, at the Washington County Extension Office in Springfield. Due to current University of Kentucky restrictions, no food or beverage service will be provided, however attendees are welcome to bring their own refreshments. […]

January 31st, 2022 | Posted in Agriculture,Breaking News,News | Read More »

Nelson County Beekeepers to meet Jan. 20 at Nelson County extension office

NC GAZETTE / WBRT RADIOSTAFF REPORT Thursday, Jan. 13, 2022 — The Nelson County Beekeepers will have their regular meeting at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 20, 2022, at the Nelson County Extension Office, 317 South Third St. in Bardstown. New to beekeeping or interested in learning how to keep bees? Come and join us and […]

January 13th, 2022 | Posted in Agriculture,Breaking News,Education,News | Read More »

Legislative update: Committees on ag, budget, education prepare for 2022 session

By CHAD MCCOY50th District State Representative Wednesday, Nov. 24, 2021 — As I review last week’s legislative activities, I think we are all looking forward to Thanksgiving and some time with family and friends. However, it is also a reminder that Christmas is just 36 days away, 2022 begins in 43 days, and the next […]

November 25th, 2021 | Posted in Agriculture,Breaking News,Business News,Education,News,Politics,State government | Read More »

Washington County Beekeepers to meet Monday, Nov 1st at the extension office

NC GAZETTE / WBRT RADIOSTAFF REPORT Monday, Oct. 25, 2021 — The Washington County Beekeepers will meet 6-8:30 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 1, 2021, at the Washington County Extension Office in Springfield. Due to current University of Kentucky restrictions, no food or beverage service will be provided, however attendees are welcome to bring their own […]

October 25th, 2021 | Posted in Agriculture,Breaking News,Community News,News | Read More »

Video: Nelson Fiscal Court, Tuesday, Oct. 5, 2021 — complete meeting

NC GAZETTE / WBRT RADIOSTAFF REPORT Friday, Aug. 20, 2021 — Video of Nelson Fiscal Court’s regular meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 5, 2021, in person. The court approved a list of surplus equipment; approved after discussion giving the county’s essential workers a performance bonus from the county’s share of ARPA funds. Running time 40 minutes, 47 seconds. […]

October 9th, 2021 | Posted in Agriculture,Breaking News,County government,Nelson Fiscal Court,News,State government,Video | Read More »