Photos by Darrin Phegley At the Henderson Police Department, there are workers that come in all shapes and sizes. Some of those workers do not fit the typical standard for an officer, but they work hard all the same. One of these nontraditional workers is a 3-year-old German Shephard named Kari,
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Gingerbread Pancakes
Photos by Jamie Alexander These holiday pancakes are a great way to warm up a chilly winter day! Not only do they taste great, they fill the entire house with the smell of holiday spices. Try topping them with cinnamon syrup, powdered sugar, whipped cream or crushed nuts to take them to the next
6 Local Things To Do This Fall
Corn Maze & Pumpkin Patch September 14-October 31 Fridays @ 4-9pm | Saturdays @ 10am-9pm | Sundays @ 1-7pm At Cates Farm A must-do on the fall-family-fun itinerary in Henderson. With general admission to Cates Farm, you can pick your own pumpkin, go through a challenging corn
Halloween Popcorn Balls
Photos by Jamie Alexander Popcorn balls are always popular around Halloween. The classic type of popcorn balls include some candy-making work (sugar-melting, thermometers, etc) that not everybody is always interested in. That’s why this “melt everything together and be done with it” version is
6 Local Things To Do This Season
“Little Rembrandts Art” ages 3-6 Friday, February 10 @ 10:30 - 11:30am John James Audubon Museum Bring those Little Rembrandts for fun with Valentines Art. They will be working on shapes and color. All students must be accompanied by an adult and pre-registration is required. Dress for a mess.
The Book Nook
All of these books are available for check out at the Henderson County Public Library. Valentine’s Day Disaster By: Geronimo Stilton Geronimo sends valentines to all his friends but seems destined to spend the day alone. Kylie Jean: Valentine Queen By: Marci Peschke It’s
Encouraging Others to Live on Purpose
Photo by Darrin Phegley One day while reading, Joey Davenport thought to himself, “What am I doing with what I am reading?” He offered to start writing something to a friend each day and sending it in text form. It soon became a domino effect as that person started sharing his encouraging text
A Growing Sport
“Girls wrestling is one of the fastest growing sports in the country right now, and it is really awesome that we are able to provide an opportunity for girls to show that they can compete and be successful in a traditionally male sport. Not everyone is good with a ball or wants to be a cheerleader,
Double-Goal National Coach of the Year
Photos by Darrin Phegley Channeling Energy Charlotte Smoot knew she had found the perfect place for her granddaughter, Nevaeh Carpenter, to channel her “flipping all over the place” into a skill she could hone after only one class at BP Elite Gymnastics. The gym, located on St Joseph Avenue in
Host a Cookie Decorating Party
Photos by Jacqueline Jordan Russell For Valentine’s Day (or really any holiday) I suggest hosting a cookie decorating party! This sweet soiree is great for kids of all ages, or even for a fun girls’ afternoon with your own adult friends. And with a little bit of planning, you can keep the mess to
Strawberry Pretzel Salad
Photos by Jamie Plain Strawberries are the unofficial fruit associated with Valentine’s Day, so we think this treat is a perfect way to celebrate the day! Your kids will love this as a sweet Valentine’s Day dessert, or even as a side dish at dinner! It’s a delicious combination of sweet and salty,
Parent Profile: Evan Dixon
Photo by Darrin Phegley Tell us a little about yourself (Family, kids, pets, etc) My wife, Abby, and I have been married for seven years. We’ve lived in Henderson the entire time we’ve been married. We have two wonderful children that make life fun, Eliza 4, and Graham 1. We also have three dogs.
7 Local Things To Do This Season
Make and Take Fresh Wreath Class Saturday, November 26 @ 10:30am Henderson Extension Expo Center Don’t miss the Henderson County Master Gardeners wreath event this holiday season. Class cost is $20 (including an 8” wreath), $25 (including a 12” wreath) or $30 (including a 16” wreath). All
The Book Nook
All of these books are available for check out at the Henderson County Public Library. A Fairy Merry Christmas By: Julie Andrews It’s almost Christmas, and for Geraldine that means it’s time for snowflakes, presents, and decorations galore. When her mom suggests that their family exchange