Photos by Jamie Plain For our “Best Of” issue, chocolate and coffee just felt like the obvious choice (because honestly, is there anything better?). They're comforting, classic, and kind of impossible to beat. This chocolate espresso cake brings them together in the best way, with rich cocoa
Stories
Faces of Henderson
Henry "Odell" Watson There is something special about people who spend their lives quietly serving others without asking for recognition. They are the kind of people who wake up early, work hard, remember your name and somehow leave every place a little better than they found it. That is Henry
Inspiring Young Artists for Over Two Decades
Henderson’s Gifted and Talented Art Program Photo by Whitney Phelps Photography + Design For more than 26 years, Kim McGrew-Liggett has been dedicated to fostering young artistic talent in Henderson County through the Gifted and Talented Art Program. With a passion for art education,
Bunny Butt
Easter Cookies Photos by Jamie Plain Spring is in the air, and what better way to celebrate than with these irresistibly cute Easter cookies? They are as fun to make as they are to eat, featuring soft sugar cookies topped with fluffy frosting and the sweetest little marshmallow bunny tails.
7 Local Things to do this Season
Cocoa Crawl SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 8 @ 12 - 5PM Downtown Henderson Put on your wristband and grab your family and friends for this annual event sponsored by the Henderson KY Chamber of Commerce and Downtown Henderson Partnership. Don’t forget to order your Cocoa Crawl mug. Each downtown
Water Safety
Henderson County Family YMCA Brings “Safety Around Water” Program to Local 3rd Grade Students After nearly 15 years, the Henderson County YMCA has recently brought back a water safety program for students in Henderson County through a partnership with both the Henderson County Public Schools and
Valentine Teddy Bears
Photo by Jamie Plain These easy Teddy Graham Valentines require only three ingredients, and couldn't be easier to put together! They are simple enough for kids to help make, and cute enough to gift out to friends! What a cute way to add even more smiles on such a love-filled
Your Next Family Adventure
Looking for a day trip that’s sure to be fun for the whole family? Look no further than Lake Malone State Park’s larger-than-life family attraction - The Big Twigs. On August 10, 2021, Muhlenberg County Tourism Commission introduced the first Big Twigs - Oakley, Bobber, and Happy Malone. The
What Kids Have to Say about Mother’s Day
Talk about serendipity: The “Kids Takeover” issue coincides with Mother’s Day – an opportunity for all those hardworking moms on staff to sit back, kick their shoes off, relax, and let the kids do all the work. Hahaha! Okay, but seriously, this is one of the most fun issues of the year, and one
Making History in Girls Wrestling
Photos by Darrin Phegley The sport of wrestling continues to grow across the nation, and Henderson County senior, Naomi Santiago, is no stranger to it. Naomi’s family moved from Miami, Florida but her parents are originally from Puerto Rico and Nicaragua. Growing up, Naomi participated in dance
Lemon and Blueberry Dutch Baby
Photo by Jamie Plain What better way is there to celebrate the spring weather than enjoying a delicious brunch? With in-season ingredients like fresh berries and lemon, it’s the best time to experiment with fresh seasonal flavors. This recipe is simple to make, but will still impress your family
2023 Henderson Family Favorites Voting
The 4th annual Henderson Family Magazine “Family Favorites" awards, where our readers can vote on their go-to stores, restaurants, healthcare providers and more is NOW OPEN! Voting closes on Tuesday, April 18th, so click on the link and VOTE VOTE
8 Local Things to do this Season
Free Group Learn & Skate Every Saturday in April & May @ 10am - 12pm Gift Skateboarding Indoor Skate Park Head over to Gift Skateboarding for skate lessons. All participants must have a valid waiver on file. Waivers are done electronically at giftskateboarding.com. Helmets are required
Journalism Students Takeover!
“In the community, Colonel Cast News and Colonel Journal actively seek partnerships within the community to practice the craft of making good media and making Henderson a better place. This has involved helping local businesses create multimedia content, doing live and recorded video production for
2023 Kids Takeover Ad Contest
The fifth annual Kids Takeover Ad Design contest was a huge success! Kids from across the city and county completed the ad templates for their chance to win. Each business judged the entries and chose the winners. Thank you to all of the kids who entered the contest and for all of the businesses
The Port
HELP AND HOPE FOR HENDERSON’S TEENS AND YOUNG ADULTS Photo by Darrin Phegley The Port, whose doors opened in October of 2022, serves as a beacon of hope for many 16- to 25-year-olds in the Henderson area. This organization provides free services to teen and young adults within the age range,
Simple & Healthy Fruit Pops
Photos by Jamie Plain These tasty popsicles are the perfect treat to cool down with as the weather warms up! Not only are they an easy healthy snack, they’re completely customizable for the pickiest of eaters. All you need is a popsicle mold, sticks, your favorite fresh fruit, and a liquid to hold
Henderson K-9 Suits Up
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,
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
Personalized Bookmark Activity
Materials 〈White printer, card stock, or construction paper 〈Scissors 〈Colored Pencils, markers, crayons, etc. 〈Pencil with eraser 〈Thick & thin black markers 〈Ruler Step One Get a sheet of white paper. You can use printer paper, cardstock, or construction paper.
10 Years Later
Catching Up With Henderson Family Magazine’s First Cover Kid Ten years ago, a sweet 2 year old named Hadley Mathis stole the hearts of Henderson Family Magazine readers when she was selected as our cover kid from a field of 756 entries. Fast forward a decade, and that adorable toddler is now a
MELT Creates a New Space for Connection
Photos by Steph Mathews, Femme Collective Studio What happens when thoughtful design, centuries-old traditions and a desire to help people slow down come together? For husband-and-wife team Jon and Kyle Hittner, the answer is MELT, a unique sauna and cold plunge experience that is introducing
Mahjong
The Game Bringing Friends Together Again Do you like to play games? Maybe cards? Rummy, perhaps? Do you enjoy gathering with friends to laugh, socialize, and share stories? Are you just a little competitive? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then Mahjong just may be the perfect
2026 Best of Henderson
Best Barbecue Platinum Winner: Homer’s Barbecue Located in downtown Henderson, Homer’s Barbecue combines traditional barbecue with modern flavors and Southern hospitality. Everyone loves the smoked meats, house-made sides and a vibrant atmosphere, Homer’s has become a destination
Discovering Henderson
Stories From Our Past When I was a teenager, my love for local history began thanks to my father, Charles Sommers, who owned a printing business. One night, he brought home a copy of a rare, out-of-print book he had been commissioned to reprint. The book was Edmund L. Starling’s History of
Play Tourist
Your Guide to Fall Break in Henderson So you’re staying home for Fall Break? Then it’s time to vacation like you’re on Fall Break. The Henderson Tourist Commission exists to bring visitors to Henderson, but we’re just as passionate about helping locals fall in love with where they live. That’s
11 Things to do this Season
Henderson Farmers Market Tuesday, Friday, and Saturdays 8:00am-12:00pm 381 Sam Ball Way Discover local and fresh produce, wine, meat, honey, and more at the Henderson County Fairgrounds. Summer Reading Kick-Off Party Early June 2026 Join a fun, all-ages celebration with
Calling all Hendersonians!