.....Advertisement.....
.....Advertisement.....

Today's News

  • Truck drives into, damages Loretto Post Office

    The Marion County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a collision involving a red Chevy truck and the Loretto Post Office.
    The sheriff’s office received a report of the collision around 9 p.m. Saturday.
    Lebanon Postmaster Tony Young, who is the administrative postmaster over the Loretto office, said he was told someone may have been “doing doughnuts” in the parking lot when they lost control of the vehicle and ran into the building.

    Click here to read more...
  • Your money at work: Flying high

    Editor’s note: This is the last story in a series about the seven special districts serving Marion County, as identified by the State Auditor’s Office as part of an effort to increase public awareness of how their money is spent. The Enterprise is taking a closer look at the special districts that serve Marion County, how they are funded, and what they do for the community.

    The Lebanon-Springfield Airport is out of sight, out of mind for the majority of Marion and Washington Countians, that is, until one of us needs its services.

    Click here to read more...
  • Auxiliary is fiscal court’s liaison with Gravel Switch Fire Department

    The Marion County Fiscal Court has a new partner in the Gravel Switch Fire Department Auxiliary/Advisory Council.
    During its May 16 meeting, the court voted unanimously to designate the advisory council as its official liaison “on all matters dealing with the operation and recommendations concerning the needs of the Gravel Switch Fire Department from this point forward.”
    Wayne Hollon is the head of the advisory committee. The other members are Larry Brussell, Jerry Burger, Gene Lanham, Joe Kent Shewmaker, Todd Simpson and Alton Tatum.

    Click here to read more...
  • Red Cross Statement on Oklahoma Tornado

    The American Red Cross issued the following statement in the aftermath of the Oklahoma tornado:

    Our thoughts and concerns go to everyone in Oklahoma following this horrific tornado.

    The American Red Cross has one shelter open in Moore and is working on locating others; we continue to operate three shelters that were opened Sunday in the Oklahoma City area following the storms on Sunday.  .

    Red Cross volunteers are out tonight with food and supplies supporting first responders.

    Click here to read more...
  • Lebanon Aquatic Center closed for repairs

    The Lebanon Aquatic Center reopened Monday, but it has closed again.
    LAC Director Charlsie Garrett said the staff believe there is a small leak, and they have ordered parts to repair it.

    "We hope to reopen as quickly as possible," she said.

    The center closed May 6, and the pool was drained. The pool, restrooms and pool deck were repainted. New curtains have been added to the changing area, and the facility has been cleaned thoroughly.

    Click here to read more...
  • Memorial Day early deadlines

    The Lebanon Enterprise office will be closed Monday, May 27, for the Memorial Day holiday.
    All news items must be submitted by 5 p.m. Thursday. Any display advertising must be submitted by 10 a.m. Friday, and classified ads must be called into the Kentucky Classified Network (1-866-692-4237) by noon, Friday.

    Click here to read more...
  • Industrial Foundation hears update on unemployment, hiring conditions

    Marion County’s unemployment rate is 8 percent, according to the most recent figures, Karen King of the Marion County Economic Development Office reported at the May 16 Marion County Industrial Foundation Board meeting.
    Board member John Turner added that the job market is good in our area. Several industries are hiring, but everyone is waiting to see the effects of the Affordable Health Care Act.
    - The Marion County Industrial Foundation Board approved leasing land behind Joy Mining for $200 per acre to Phillip Kirkland for farming.

    Click here to read more...
  • Deciding the future of Main Street

    Business owners and operators, government officials and representatives of local organizations gathered May 8 to discuss the future of the Lebanon Main Street program.
    Last week’s meeting at the David R. Hourigan Building started that conversation, but questions remain about whether the local program will continue its affiliation with the Kentucky Main Street Program (through the Kentucky Heritage Council) and what it will look like if it does continue.

    Click here to read more...
  • Don’t get scammed

    Did you get a letter claiming that you won a big prize?
    “Congratulations! You’ve won [fill in the blank.]”
    Or, has someone called you and claimed you’ve won a cash award?
    Don’t be fooled. It’s a scam.
    Sergeant Tim Abell at the Lebanon Police Department is warning local citizens to not fall victim to these scams. Unfortunately, he’s currently working a case involving a local woman who lost a sizeable amount of money after being scammed by criminals possibly located in the Philippines.

    Click here to read more...
  • Kentucky Classic Arts presents Disney’s Sleeping Beauty Kids

    Marion County will be showcasing more local talent and fostering a culture for theatre and the arts with the youth through Kentucky Classic Arts’ Spring Theatre Workshop and presentation of Disney’s Sleeping Beauty Kids. Thirty-two students between the ages of five and 15 have been working on this production since late February. Under the professional guidance of a team of theatrical talent from around the area, students have learned how to become a character, how to move on stage and how to become more confident in front of a crowd.

    Click here to read more...