Thomas Leachman Walker, 97, of Bardstown, died Sunday, June 9, 2024, at Baptist Health Hardin. He was born Sept. 22, 1926, in Bardstown. He was a retired United States Post Office employee, and was the original owner of Walkers Tax Service, and later a partner in Walker- McCubbins tax service until full retirement in April […]
Ara Lou White, 91, of Bloomfield, died Saturday, June 8, 2024, at her home. She was born Aug. 7, 1932, in Nelson County to the late Linton and Juanita Burgin Greer. She was a former employee of Tyson Foods in Arkansas, Union Underwear in Frankfort, as well as Hood Construction. She was a homemaker and […]
Editor’s Note: The Nelson County Gazette believes the public has a right to know who has been arrested by local officials and lodged in the Nelson County Correctional Center. The information below is a compiled list of daily booking logs from the jail. The bookings state the person(s) arrested and the charge(s) against them. Everyone […]
By JUSTIN HALLNelson County Jailer Saturday, June 8, 2024 – I am thrilled to share that during the Kentucky Jailers Association Summer Training Conference, held from June 2-6 in Bowling Green, I was elected to the Board of Directors on Tuesday, June 4th, and officially sworn in on Wednesday, June 5th. This is a particularly […]
By Sen. JIMMY HIGDON14th District State Senator Saturday, June 8, 2024 — Lawmakers returned to Frankfort this week for the start of the 2024 Interim. As we kick off the interim period, I am excited to share updates on our recent legislative activities. Our work during this interim is crucial as we review past legislation, […]
Shirley Ann Howe SCN, 83, (formerly Sister Emmanuel) died June 7, 2024, at Nazareth. She was born Feb. 28, 1941, in Whitesville to Joseph Herman and Bertha Mae McPherson Howe. She was one of the couple’s 13 children. She was a professed Sister of Charity of Nazareth for 61 years. Her first mission was as […]
James Larry “Bandit” Washburn, 72, of Chaplin, died Wednesday, June 5, 2024, at his home. He was born July 13, 1951, in Marion County to the late James Helem and Etta Jean Ross Washburn. He was a retired Rural Letter Carrier. He wa a member and trustee of Wakefield Baptist Church, and he loved to […]
Roger Wayne Runner, 81, a dedicated farmer and retired employee of Nelson County Schools, died peacefully Thursday, June 6, 2024. His life was marked by profound simplicity, unwavering commitment, and a steadfast love for his family and church. He was born May 10, 1943, to Andrew and Verna Grace Runner. His life was characterized by […]
Editor’s Note: The Nelson County Gazette believes the public has a right to know who has been arrested by local officials and lodged in the Nelson County Correctional Center. The information below is a compiled list of daily booking logs from the jail. The bookings state the person(s) arrested and the charge(s) against them. Everyone […]
By JIM WATERSBluegrass Institute for Public Policy Solutions Thursday, June 6, 2024 — If voters approve Amendment 2 in November, the path will be cleared for state lawmakers to implement policies that give Kentucky families the same types of educational choices already available in the vast majority of states, including all seven neighboring our commonwealth. […]
