Congratulations to the 2023 Henderson Chamber of Commerce “20 Under 40” Honorees! The Henderson Chamber of Commerce is excited to shine a light on the young professionals in our community with this inaugural 20 Under 40 group. Their dedication, passion, and commitment to excellence are truly
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2023 Local Shopping Guide
Henderson has a variety of specialty and one-of-a-kind shops offering gifts, home decor, clothing and accessories, art, handmade items, and of course, delicious food options. Check out our local shopping list on the next page to check off all of your holiday shopping needs! Find everything you need
City Junior Ambassador Program
Photo by Whit Phelps Photography “The goal of the City Junior Ambassador program is to promote civic engagement while also exercising municipal transparency. We want the students to see what goes on behind the scenes of their local government in an effort to encourage them to become more involved
Lofton’s Law
Photo by Darrin Phegley In August 2021, packed with dorm room essentials, Lofton Hazelwood left his Henderson home and headed towards Lexington to join his older sister, Preston, at the University of Kentucky. Like many others, the new freshman and agriculture major began his college career in the
Living the American Dream
Mero Nunez's Story of Immigration to America Photo by Darrin Phegley In 1966, Baldomero “Mero” Nuñez, Sr. arrived in New York City after leaving his home in the Dominican Republic. He would eventually settle his family in Henderson, KY, where they currently stand four generations strong, basking
Get Creative with Delicious, Decorative Cookies
Recipe & Photo provided by Family Features A decadent holiday meal isn’t complete without a sweet dessert to cap off the evening. When in doubt, go with a traditional treat that’s perfect for sharing: cookies. These Ornament Cookies can be shaped any way you like to celebrate the holidays. The
A Festive Family Craft
DIY Holiday Character Candy Pots Photo by Jamie Plain Looking for a delightful holiday DIY project to engage your kids and create wonderful memories? Look no further! These charming Candy Pots are a fun and engaging family activity perfect for the holiday season. Gather your little ones and let's
Parent Profile: Ryan Stoner & Stephanie Gentry
Tell us a little about yourself (family, pets, etc) Ryan: I come from a huge loving family, I was raised in Henderson/Union Counties. I went to Henderson Community College where I met my best friend and husband, Tim. Bless his heart, he’s also known as the shop IT director and handyman. We have
7 Local Things To Do This Season
Coffee with a Cop Wednesday, October 4 @ 7 - 9am (McDonald’s North) Thursday, November 16 @ 7 - 9am (Antler Specialty Goods) Throughout the year, officers from the Henderson Police Department will be visiting local businesses and establishments to allow the community to share some coffee with
Giving Thanksgiving Away
Thanksgiving is the season dedicated to reflecting in a spirit of gratitude on all the blessings of our lives … being thankful for the things we have. It’s a great idea, and one that really ought not be limited to one day a year. After all, when you really stop and think about it, most of us have