Photos by Jamie Alexander After receiving over 100 entries and nearly 2,500 votes, we have a winner for our 2021 Henderson Family CoverKids Contest. Meet Remi Kate Staples! Remi Kate is the 5-year-old daughter of Cory and Chelsie Staples and little sister to her brother, Luke, and her sister,
Stories
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
Back to School Pencil Cookies
Photo by Jamie Alexander This back-to-school treat could NOT be easier! Who doesn’t love a recipe that requires no baking, only a few ingredients, and practically no time at all? While the recipe below calls for white and pink candy melts, it can also be made using vanilla and strawberry icing,
Parent Profile: Beth Gish
Photo by Darrin Phegley Tell us a little about yourself (Family, kids, pets, etc.) I’ve been married to Michael for 10 years. We have a daughter, Caroline, 4, and a dog, Charlie. What do you do for a living, and how long have you been in this position? I’m a 5th grade teacher at AB Chandler
Summer Fun Guide
Close to home or a short drive away, this list of events and places to go will keep the fun flowing all summer long! 1. Porchfest 2021 Saturday, June 5 @ 5-8pm | South Main Street Henderson is full of unique events and traditions, and after a year of quarantining and the stressors
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
Parent Profile: Chelsie Staples
Photo by Darrin Phegley Tell us a little about yourself (kids, pets, etc). I was born and raised here in Henderson. I graduated from Western Kentucky University and was a member of the 2005 National Champion dance team. I have a very supportive husband (Cory), three kids (Luke, Livi, and Remi
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
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