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 ECTC Director Vanessa Ulm, (2nd from R) displays one of the many awards the commission recently received. (photo: ECTC) Edmonson Voice Report: The Edmonson County Tourism Commission’s partnership in multi-jurisdictional projects received recognition at the annual Kentucky Travel Industry Association (KTIA) Traverse Awards in Louisville, taking home five prestigious honors across several categories, according to press release from the ECTC. Awards received:
“Our goal is to inspire travel to Edmonson County to share the adventures and experiences in the natural place to be,” said Vanessa Ulm, ECTC Executive Director. “Collaboration with industry peers is a natural step when enticing visitors to our area and inspiring locals to embrace what is in their backyard. Receiving these awards is just icing on the cake!” The KTIA Traverse Awards celebrate excellence in tourism marketing and innovation across the Commonwealth where travel and tourism professionals are honored and recognized for talent, creativity, and effectiveness. 
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 Edmonson Voice Report: The Edmonson County Schools Gifted & Talented Showcase is scheduled to be held on Thursday, November 20, 2025, from 5:00–7:00 PM at Edmonson County High School. This free community event celebrates the creativity, talent, and accomplishments of our incredible Primary Talent Pool (PTP) and Gifted & Talented (GT) students across the district. The evening will feature live performances in the ECHS Auditorium and art and project displays in the ECHS Library.
  From Left to Right: Bailey Ferguson, Abigail Hogg, Brayden Johnson, Thomas James, Leighton Kinser, and Maddie Groce. Peytin Manor, story: Thirteen ECHS National Beta Club members competed at the Third District Beta Competition on Tuesday, November 4th 2025 in Bowling Green. Students competed in a wide range of competitions including academic tests, visual arts, and solo talent. Competitions were separated into two divisions–Division 1 (9th and 10th grade) and Division 2 (11th and 12th grade). Six members placed in their competitions and walked away with ribbons and plaques. The following students placed in their competitions: Bailey Ferguson: 2nd place Color Photography overall Brayden Johnson: 1st place Spelling Division 2 Abigail Hogg: 1st place Biomedical Division 2 Thomas James: 2nd Language Arts Division 2 Leighton Kinser: 3rd place Agriscience Division 2 Maddie Groce: 2nd place Agriscience Division 1  All competing ECHS students at the 2025 Third District Beta Competition. Serving her last year as an ECHS Beta Club Sponsor, Joy Curtis, states, “I am very excited the students did well at Third District Beta. I have enjoyed attending the Third District and plan to volunteer to help with events in the future.”   Sabrina Durbin has been selected to represent Edmonson County in the 2025 Upstream Academy. Prevent Child Abuse Kentucky (PCAK), a statewide child abuse and neglect prevention group, has announced Sabrina Durbin has been selected to represent Edmonson County in the 2025 Upstream Academy. The Upstream Academy is designed to equip concerned Kentuckians with knowledge, tools, and technical assistance to lead upstream solutions that address challenges before they become crises. “Every child deserves the chance to grow up in a safe, nurturing environment. Upstream Academy is equipping me with the tools to make that vision a reality in Edmonson County and beyond.” shared Durbin. From Paducah to Pikeville, participants are selected for their commitment to making a difference in their communities and their readiness to lead, according to a press release from the organization. Over several months, they’ll engage in strategic learning, statewide collaboration, and prevention-focused training all guided by PCAK’s 35+ years of experience in this field. “We know prevention works, and we know it begins with strong local leadership,” said Amanda Clark, Upstream Academy Coordinator at PCAK. “Through Upstream Academy, we’re investing in the people who are ready to take action and lead change in every corner of our state.” PCAK says their role as the Commonwealth’s leading child abuse prevention organization is rooted in its commitment to building safer systems, stronger communities, and more resilient families. By nurturing a new generation of prevention leaders PCAK continues to shape a Kentucky where every child can grow up safe, supported, and seen. Upstream Academy was made possible by funding allocated in the 2024 state budget. “We are incredibly grateful for this investment, which has allowed us to launch this critical initiative,” said PCAK Executive Director Jill Seyfred. “We appreciate the General Assembly’s commitment to making the prevention of child abuse and neglect a priority in Kentucky.” Mrs. Durbin is a team member of the Barren River Area Child Advocacy Center and is a resident of Edmonson County where she resides with her husband Ethan, and two sons. To learn more about the Upstream Academy and Prevent Child Abuse Kentucky, visit www.pcaky.org.  Click the flyer for the Facebook event: 
  Our family is beyond proud to announce that Luke M. McCombs has successfully completed the 9 week U.S. Navy Basic Training program at the Recruit Training Command, Great Lakes, Illinois. Through hard work, determination, and a steadfast commitment to excellence, Luke has earned the distinguished title of United States Navy Sailor. His perseverance, discipline, and unwavering dedication throughout this rigorous training have made us all incredibly proud. Luke will now continue his journey of service to our country as he reports for duty as an E-3 Sailor working in aviation at Naval Station Mayport in Jacksonville, Florida, where he will be stationed for the foreseeable future. We are immensely grateful for his courage and willingness to serve, and we couldn’t be prouder of the man he has become. His strength, heart, and dedication inspire all of us every day, and we know he will continue to make a difference wherever he goes. Congratulations, Sailor McCombs! Your family and community stand behind you with pride, love, and endless support. -From the family of Navy Sailor Luke M. McCombs  CLICK THE AD TO VIEW THE FULL LISTING:  paid advertisement  FOR SALE:
    VFW Post 6937 conducted a flag etiquette course at Kyrock and South Edmonson schools earlier this week. Edmonson Voice Report: Earlier this week, VFW Post 6937 conducted flag training for the 4th grades at both Kyrock and South Edmonson elementary schools. The students learned flag etiquette, history, tradition, and flag handling. All students were alert, interested, and left the class with the knowledge and skills necessary for proper flag display.  VFW Post 6937 conducted a flag etiquette course at Kyrock and South Edmonson schools earlier this week.  VFW Post 6937 conducted a flag etiquette course at Kyrock and South Edmonson schools earlier this week.  VFW Post 6937 conducted a flag etiquette course at Kyrock and South Edmonson schools earlier this week. Following the flag training, the students asked our veterans questions about the military for about 15 minutes. "They are a terrific group of kids," said VFW member Floyd Houston. The Post said it is the 11th year that they have conducted this training for Edmonson County Schools. Featuring the Works of Wyatt Coy, Alexis Antle, Leroy Miller, Amelia Howell, and Madison Tarter  Mrs. Madison Jones's 5th grade Language Arts Class.  Mrs. Madison Jones's 5th grade Language Arts Class. Edmonson Voice Report: Over the last week, fifth graders at the Edmonson County 5/6 Center competed against each other in a spooky story writing contest. Each student in Mrs. Madison Jones's Language Arts classes worked hard by writing a rough draft, editing the final copy of their story with Mrs. Madison, and even designing a cover for their story. The stories were anonymously read out loud to each class. The students then got to vote on which stories they felt were the most creative, detailed, and of course, the scariest. The winners were Wyatt Coy, Alexis Antle, Leroy Miller, Amelia Howell, and Madison Tarter. Take a look at these spooky stories below. Beware! THE ABANDONED CAR SHOP The Abandoned Car Shop By: Wyatt Coy One cold winter night, a group of six teenagers were driving down the road for a late night drive. Wyatt, Connor, Bryan, Jake, Paxton, and Luke were having a good time. They drove up on a trail, and were curious where it went. Wyatt suggested that they go check it out, so the group decides to drive off-road, down the trail. They kept driving down the trail and they saw a NO TRESPASSING sign. The boys didn’t think anything of it, and they decided to keep going. They drove up to a huge garage, and decided to check it out. The boys hop out of the truck and tried to go in, but the door was locked. Wyatt walked back to the truck and he opened the tailgate. He grabbed a crowbar and went to the main door and pried it open, and then the boys went inside. The garage turned out to be an old, abandoned car shop. There was all kinds of old cars, maybe even 200. The boys kept walking around the garage looking at the cars, amazed. But they noticed that none of the cars had even a speck of dust on them. Was it really abandoned or had someone else been there? They decided to leave. They walked out of the garage, looked into the woods, when they saw headlights headed in their direction. Who in the world could this be? An old man gets out of a side by side. “GET OFF THIS PROPERTY!” the old man yells. The boys see he has a gun. Before the boys could even try to escape, the crazy old man just starts firing his gun. Bryan gets shot in the leg. The boys couldn't leave their buddy behind, so they picked up Bryan and they all hurried to the truck. They drove out of the trail as fast as they could. They went down the trail, and turned back on the main road. They were trying to rush Bryan to the hospital. But out of the corner of Wyatt’s eye, he saw the old man had followed the boys. He drove up through the woods and pulled out in front of the boys, right in the middle of the road. The boys swerved out of the way, but Wyatt lost control and crashed. Then another truck came by and smashed into their truck again. The wheels caught the ground and started flipping. Everyone was injured, but were able to get out, barely making it. The boys grabbed Bryan, and started trying to run down the road. The old man was still chasing the boys on the side by side. Finally, a cop came by with his sirens and lights on. He rammed the back of the old man’s side by side, and got the old man out. Another cop car came by and rescued the boys, and the old man was arrested and taken to jail. The boys got the help they needed, and finally got to go back home to their families. Wyatt got all tucked in bed, and turned on the news as he tried to fall asleep. He saw something he wished he didn’t see. The news reporter said two cops had been killed, and the old man had escaped. Suddenly there was a knock on Wyatt’s door. Who could that be? Wyatt looked out the window, and the old man was standing on Wyatt’s porch, covered in blood. THE END. 
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