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 Mrs. Laura Ashley and the Kyrock Choir. Madison Doyle, story and photos: The Kyrock Elementary Choir performed the National Anthem at Bowling Green Ballpark last night, being the second Edmonson County School this week to do so. The choir is directed by Mrs. Laura Ashley, who said she was "beyond proud" of her students. Mrs. Brandy Meredith, Principal of Kyrock also stated how proud she was of her school. "All I can say is wow, what an incredible performance! Our kids really shined in front of a stadium full of fans. We could not be more proud," she said. "We were thrilled to see such a huge turnout from the Kyrock community, thank you to every single person who came out to support our students. I also want to extend a very heartfelt thank you to Mrs. Laura Ashley. The time and dedication that she has poured into practices truly showed last night." The South Edmonson Elementary Bulldog Choir performed the anthem at the Hot Rods game on Tuesday of this week. 
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 Make plans to attend the Wingfield Volunteer Fire Department Spring Dinner and Auction, this Saturday, April 26th with activities beginning at noon. There will also be donations for the Brandon Graham family. Brandon is the fire chief at Wingfield and has had multiple health issues and surgeries that have kept him from work. BBQ and chicken strip plates will be available along with a cakewalk and raffles.  ECHS Sophomore Headed to Indianapolis to Compete in National Career Development Conference4/23/2025  ECHS Sophomore Ally Browning is set to compete in a national career conference in Indianapolis. Edmonson Voice Report: Edmonson County High School sophomore Ally Browning is heading to Indianapolis to compete in the National Career Development Conference hosted by Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG). She will compete in the area of Employability Skills, which consists of effectively answering various interview questions. She is scored on skills such as verbal and non-verbal communication, professionalism, poise, & how she closes the interview process. Ally won the region in February and finished third at the state conference in March. She will be one of a selected few Kentucky JAG students to compete against other top performers from other states across the country. ECHS JAG teacher Kyle Pierce says Ally has greatly improved over the course of the year. “Ally broke out of her comfort zone early in the year and improved her social skills," he said. "We do various projects in class that help students break the ice and she just took off from there. She has put in a lot of practice and effort to prepare. We are all proud of her for advancing this far.” Ally is the daughter of Justin & Julie Browning of Lindseyville. The conference will be held at the JW Marriott Hotel in Indianapolis, Indiana, the largest hotel of its brand in the world.   Watch as the South Edmonson Elementary Bulldog Choir performs the National Anthem at the Bowling Hot Rods Game on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at Bowling Green Ballpark. The choir is directed by Mrs. Jessica Doyle.   Newly elected officers for the 2025/26 period of Brownsville VFW Post 6937. Edmonson Voice Report: Brownsville VFW Post 6937 has elected new officers for the 2025/26 period. Pictured are right to left: Edwin Vincent will be the returning Post Commander, Randall Wilson is Senior Vice Commander, Freeman Ramey is Junior Vice Commander, Gerald Carroll is Post Quartermaster, Ray Durbin is Three-Year Trustee, Ron Gravil is One-Year Trustee, and Harold Glaub is the Two- Year Trustee. The officers were sworn in by past Post Commander Floyd Houston. "Your local VFW Post continues its good works, contributing hundreds of hours of community service, conducting flag training in the schools, and serving fallen veterans by performing Military Honors at funerals," the Post said in a released statement. "On May 3rd, the Post will be cleaning veteran’s grave sites at several cemeteries inside Mammoth Cave National Park. Of note, our Post is on track to earn State and National honors again later this spring. The VFW, our nation’s largest and oldest organization of combat veterans is chartered by Congress to honor our dead, take care of the survivors, and conduct good works in the communities. In Brownsville we meet on the third Monday of each month at 6:30 PM in the library."  submitted flyer:  Edmonson County Schools is proud to invite the community to the Gifted & Talented Showcase, a special evening celebrating the creativity, innovation, and accomplishments of our district’s exceptional Primary Talent Pool and Gifted and Talented students. Friday, May 9, 2025 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Edmonson County High School This free event is open to the public and will feature:
Whether you're a parent, teacher, friend, or simply a community supporter, you're encouraged to stop by and see the amazing work these students have accomplished. Come be inspired by the bright minds of Edmonson County! submitted flyer:  Click the flyer to visit the full auction listing:  REAL ESTATE & PERSONAL PROPERTY AUCTION The Dan & Margie Duvall Estate Auction 1723 Smiths Grove Scottsville Road, Smiths Grove, KY 42171 Auction Date: Saturday, April 26, 2025 – 10:00 AM (On-Site) Real Estate Open Preview: Thursday, April 3, 2025 – 4:00-6:00 PM This property is offered in four tracts:
 Thomas and Shirley Alcorn will celebrate their 70th Wedding Anniversary on April 30, 2025. They were both born in Louisville, Kentucky. They have five children and six grandchildren. Thomas is the son of the late Ernest Alcorn and Charlotte Byrne of Louisville. Shirley is the daughter of the late Thomas Wells and Maja Tomes of Edmonson County.   (L to R): Brayden Johnson, Kennedy Webb, ECHS Principal Jonathan Williams, and Preston Doyle. Edmonson Voice Report: Edmonson County High School has announced three ECHS students who have been selected to the Governor's Scholar Programs, which include Preston Doyle, Brayden Johnson, and Kennedy Webb. "All three of these students went through a rigorous application and selection process and ECHS is very proud of each of them," ECHS said in a released statement. Preston Doyle and Brayden Johnson were both accepted into the Governor’s Scholars Program. These students were selected from among 1,639 outstanding young Kentuckians from across the state. Brayden and Preston will take part in a five-week program at one of three colleges that includes Centre College, Morehead State University, and Murray State University. Preston is the son of Shane and Jessica Doyle of Chalybeate. Brayden is the son of Brad and Jodi Johnson of Bee Spring and was also the first student from ECHS to be accepted into the Governor’s School for Entrepreneurs in 2024. Kennedy Webb was accepted into the Governor’s School for the Arts. Kennedy was selected from among 1,350 applicants to attend GSA as a student in Vocal Music during the first session of the summer program at the University of Kentucky. GSA seeks to find Kentucky high school sophomores and juniors with skill in their art form, passion for creativity, an open mind, collaborative spirit, and an eagerness for learning. Kennedy is the daughter of Joey and Dee Dee Webb of Brownsville. "All of these students will not only participate in these programs this summer, but will also qualify for future scholarships at many in-state colleges/universities," the high school said in their statement. "ECHS is very proud of all of our students that applied to these programs and we want to wish Preston, Brayden, and Kennedy the best of luck this summer."   Manish Patel at the EC 5/6 Center with a $500 donation. Darren Doyle, story: Two local businesses continue their support for the local community by recently helping Edmonson County Schools. Manish Patel, owner of Cee Bee Food Store and Chalybeate Food Mart, recently made stops at each school in Edmonson County with a $500 donation each. All schools, including Edmonson County High School, Edmonson County Middle School, the EC 5/6 Center, South Edmonson Elementary, and Kyrock Elementary each received $500.  Manish Patel at South Edmonson with a $500 donation. Patel, who recently purchased the Cee Bee Food Store, is fulfilling his commitment to local causes. "We always want to help our community and local schools," he said.   ECHS senior Lilly Parsley. Edmonson Voice Report: ECHS senior, Lilly Parsley, will travel to Orlando, Florida at the end of April to compete at the DECA, International Career Development Conference (ICDC). Lilly qualified for this honor by placing 2nd in the Kentucky State DECA Convention held in Louisville, KY earlier this year. She will take an exam and make a presentation in front judges in her competitive area, Restaurant & Food Services. DECA ICDC will welcome over 10,000 DECA members in Orlando where they will demonstrate their college and career knowledge by participating in DECA's competitive events. DECA is a national organization that prepares its members for careers in marketing, finance, hospitality, and management. Lilly is the Co-President of ECHS DECA Chapter. Lilly is the daughter of Travis and Jessica Parsley.  Edmonson Voice Report: The Kyrock Elementary Blackhawk Choir will be performing the National Anthem at the Hot Rods Game at Bowling Green Ballpark Thursday, April 24th, at 6:30 pm. The Kyrock Choir is directed by Mrs. Laura Ashley. "This is a very exciting opportunity for my students," Mrs. Laura said. "They have worked really hard so far, and I have no doubt in my mind they will knock it out of the park. We are all so excited and proud." If you use the form above to pre-order your tickets, Kyrock Elementary will receive half of the proceeds. Pre-order tickets are $10 each. The deadline to pre-order tickets is noon today, April 17th. You may send in the form and money with your child, or come to Kyrock Elementary office and turn in an order form with cash or check. Tickets will also be available at the gate on April 24, however Kyrock will not benefit from those sales. Secretary Mrs. Leslie Decker said, "If you can't make it by noon today to pre-order a ticket, we still want everyone to come out and support our Blackhawks!"  Seedlings are given away each year from the Edmonson Co. Conservation District (ECCD Facebook Page) Darren Doyle, story: The Edmonson County Conservation District, in partnership with the Kentucky Division of Forestry, will have a tree seedling giveaway Saturday, April 19, 2025, from 8:30am-12 noon (or while supplies last) on a first come, first serve basis. The event is also in partnership with Edmonson County 4-H, where seedlings will be sent to both Kyrock and South Edmonson Elementary Schools. The location will be at the old service station across from the District office, 100 Washington Street, Brownsville, according to an announcement made by the district. "There will be a limited number of Redbud, Pecan, Dogwood, Yellow Poplar, Pin Oak, and a few White Pine seedlings. The pecans, dogwoods, and redbud will be limited to four per household," said the District in a released statement. "After 10:30 am, if there are any trees left, we will remove the limits. We encourage everyone to share their tree planting experiences on our Facebook page. For more information call the Edmonson County Conservation District Office at 270-597-2761." The event will be postponed should there be inclement weather. Announcements will be posted on the Edmonson County Conservation District Facebook Page.   paid advertisement As a former elementary school teacher, mother to a wild 4 year-old and, someone who enjoys photography, it is my mission to work with families to create customized artwork for their home. Everyone is unique, and through photography, one-of-a-kind artwork for your home can be created specifically for YOU! Who doesn't love seeing childhood photos of themselves and digging through old albums years later? 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Our clinic stands out from other healthcare facilities due to the personalized attention each patient receives. The healthcare team in Brownsville is more than just doctors, nurses, or medical assistants—they are trusted members of the community. We make an effort to know our patients by name, understand their medical histories, and are deeply invested in their overall health and well-being. This level of family-oriented care is rare in larger healthcare systems, and it's something we treasure in Edmonson County. Together, we can ensure that our community remains a place where health, happiness, and well-being are prioritized for every patient. Graves Gilbert Clinic - Brownsville is committed to providing trusted care, stronger relationships, and better health—where community always comes first. “Helping people of Edmonson County and the surrounding areas has always been my aspiration.” - Karen Agee, APRN PAID ADVERTISEMENT  L-R: third place Rhett Chidester, second place, Amelia Montgomery, and first place Caroline Langlois. Edmonson Voice Report: Caroline Langlois, a student at South Edmonson Elementary, was named the Edmonson County winner in the Jim Claypool Conservation Art Contest for 2024. Winners are announced a few months into the next calendar year. This contest was produced as a partnership between Kentucky Farm Bureau and the Kentucky Association of Conservation Districts, and themed: “Protecting the Forest Together." Students from grades K-12 from across the Commonwealth used the theme to create 32,000 art entries. Judges from the local conservation districts, along with county officials and the UK Ag Extension office, chose county winners, whose entry then moved on to the state level competition. A distinguished panel of judges with diverse environmental backgrounds selected statewide winners in both writing and art categories. State, area, and county winners will receive a check sponsored by the Kentucky Farm Bureau. First, second, and third place winners in Edmonson County received a medallion, medallion stand, a small cash prize and a certificate commemorating their win from Edmonson County Conservation District with the county winner also receiving a plaque. South Edmonson Elementary also received $100 from the Conservation District for having the highest percentage of entries, to be used at their discretion. The list of winners include first place Caroline Langlois, second place, Amelia Montgomery, and third place Rhett Chidester from South Edmonson Elementary. There were 156 entries in the Art Contest from South Edmonson Elementary. "We commend Mrs. Jessica Doyle, South Edmonson Elementary Art teacher, for her continuing commitment in encouraging the student’s participation in the Jim Claypool Conservation Art Contest," said the Edmonson County Conservation District in a released statement. There were no entries in the Conservation Writing Contest.  submitted flyer:  Calling All Vendors! Join us for the Edmonson County Public Library’s Spring Market Vendor Fair – a celebration of community, creativity, and small businesses! We’re inviting local makers, small businesses, and creators to set up and share their amazing products and services with our community during our Spring Fest celebration! Date: Saturday, April 26th Location: Edmonson County Public Library Time: 10-2 Event Highlights:
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Click the bracket to vote for Kyrock and Nutty Buddy.
Darren Doyle, story:
Kyrock Elementary (Nutty Buddy) has advanced to the Final Four in the D93FM Little Debbie Snack Cake Survivor bracket and is currently holding a very narrow lead over Natcher Elementary in Bowling Green (Honey Buns). Here's how the contest works: Each year, D93 chooses 16 random Little Debbie snack cakes and pairs them with 16 random local area elementary schools. A championship bracket is then drawn to pit each cake and school against each other. The public is then able to vote on their favorite choice of cake and school, where the winner advances to the next round. The winning school will be treated to Little Debbie Snack Cake party where everyone in the school, including staff will enjoy free cakes on a day of fun. Alternate snacks will be provided to anyone with food or nut allergies. Voting will only take place on the D93 X Account (formerly Twitter). You must have an active X account to vote and votes are counted only once. CLICK HERE TO VOTE NOW! Many that vote are not doing so to support any particular school; they are simply voting for their favorite cake just for fun. However, past champions have been those schools who support the contest and work hard to get the word out. Local supporters can make a huge difference in the vote totals. Kyrock currently has a great chance of winning based on total number of votes they've received in past rounds, which is due to local support. Vote today to secure Kyrock Elementary and their Nutty Buddy a win and an advancement to the finals! Voting for this round will continue through April 4th.
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