Photos by Darrin Phegley The Answer Center was started in September of 2000 and is part of the Green Valley Baptist Association, in which they give away clothing of all sizes for men, women and children along with grooming kits (hygiene products), towels and washcloths, blankets and more. It’s
Popsicle Stick Christmas Ornaments
Photo by Jamie Alexander Let your kid’s imagination soar as they come up with clever ways to use their popsicle sticks to make Christmas ornaments for your family’s Christmas tree, or to gift to their teachers and friends this holiday season. From Christmas trees to gifts to candy canes and more,
Giving Back One Semi-Trailer at a Time
Photos by Darrin Phegley “I’ve been interested in trucks since I was a little boy. I loved the big trucks and that love never went away,” said Jason Cowan, owner of Silver Creek Transportation. Jason moved to Henderson at the age of 18 and bought his first truck in 1994 from a gentleman who was
Cotton Ball Ghost Craft
Photo by Eric Bivens When it comes to Halloween crafts, there are so many to choose from. From toilet paper monsters to Halloween masks to painted pumpkins. Kids love being creative, and they also enjoy making something that can be placed for all to see. This ghost craft is extremely simple, yet
#leadlikejeffe
Photo by Darrin Phegley “The impact it has had on students and teachers and still trying to teach content during the pandemic, it has been hard, but again, you just have to try. If you don’t try, you don’t know. You fail, you learn things from it. The teachers have helped each other, and that has
First Day Jitter Jars
Photo by Jamie Alexander Going back to school in-person for the 2021-2022 school year is very exciting to our students who missed being in their classroom and with their teachers and friends last year. Regardless the age or grade, every parent and teacher wants their student to feel calm and
The Book Nook
All of these books are available for check out at the Henderson County Public Library. The Night Before Father’s Day By: Natasha Wing It’s the night before Father’s Day, and Mom and the kids have a plan to surprise Dad with a special gift. When Dad goes for a bike ride, everyone gets to
Becoming A Healthier You
Photos by Jamie Alexander Eating healthy has been an easy way of life for Hendersonian, Emily Hunter. Originally from Texas, Emily moved to Owensboro at the age of 7 and recalls having the influence of home cooked meals and a love for vegetables and salad bars since a young age. Emily, her
The Nourish Mural
Photos by Darrin Phegley If you are out and about this summer, head on down to Water Street to view the “Nourish” mural located behind Henderson Juice Co. Completed in October 2020, this mural was the first independent mural painted by the very talented artist, Maddy Fritz. Born and raised in
Summertime Salt Painting
Photos by Jamie Alexander Summertime arts and crafts are so much fun. They are bright and full of color, and this adorable Salt Painting craft is very easy, a little messy but a whole lot of fun! And the best part, the weather is beautiful so your kids can leave the mess outside. Kids can choose