This past Fourth of July holiday saw some heavy boating traffic on both Lake Cumberland and Dale Hollow Lake. From personal watercraft to luxury houseboats and seemingly everything related to watercraft inbetween, boats were both on the move and anchored in groups on both lakes. The scenes shown here were on Dale Hollow Lake, both near the Kentucky – Tennessee border during the weekend holiday. Bottom photo, Thunder Over Cartwright was held Friday night, sponsored by Albany Plumbing and Electric family and staff. The event came to a close after nearly 23 minutes of lighting the sky, with thousands of people on hand to view the lights and sounds of fireworks celebrating America’s Independence. Tim Albertson, co-owner Albany Plumbing and Electric, said from his house he could see traffic lined up all the way up the road past Country Mart, as
The beginning of another new school year in Clinton County is now just four weeks away, and as in most years, students and staff will see some changes and new faces when the school doors open.
Among the most noticeable changes will be that of a new Clinton County High School
Law enforcement officers from the area continue to battle the local war on drugs, and criminal activity in general, which resulted in the following recent arrests:
Steve Stearns, 37, of Albany, was arrested and charged with possession of destructive device or booby trap device.
Bryson Cross, 19, of Albany, was arrested and
Albany City Council held its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, July 1, with five of six council members present.
The council again dealt with ongoing water related projects, as well as current and proposed grant funding possibilities to upgrade the water system and eventually construct a new water plant.
After approving minutes
A crew with Boat Dock Works is shown above, background, putting the finishing touches on a new section of marina moorage units in the parking lot at Wisdom Dock on Dale Hollow Lake, while some of the old units are seen in the foreground that have been removed.
Several of the
The 2025 Clinton County Fair kicks off this week and weekend with the exhibit hall entries Thursday and Friday and full array of events starting on Saturday morning at the fairgrounds.
Clinton County Fair Board President Mike Matthews, who is now serving his ninth year as president of the body, gave
Albany City Council covered a lot of territory, including adopting the new fiscal year budget and beginning applying for start-up funding for a new water treatment plant at its regular monthly meeting held Tuesday, June 3.
The meeting, with all council members present, lasted just under two hours.
Following approval of minutes,
The need for a new wastewater treatment plant has been called “crucial” many times over the past month, and although the project will be long and expensive, the funding process has to start somewhere.
The Albany City Council, following a presentation and recommendation from its engineering firm representative, took a first
Law enforcement officers from the area continue to battle the local war on drugs, and criminal activity in general, which resulted in the following recent arrests:
April Collins, 48, of Albany, was arrested and charged with operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol/substance, possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of
The Hometown Revitalization Committee came up with a project to make the square around the courthouse feel more unique and colorful by covering electrical boxes with artwork from an art contest held in February and March. Wendy Holden, spokesperson for the
The monthly session of Clinton Circuit Court was held on Thursday, May 8, with Circuit Judge David L. Williams presiding over the court calendar.
Several individuals appeared for arraignment proceedings, waiving formal arraignment, entering not guilty pleas and having pretrial conference dates scheduled.
Other cases on the docket were continued for various
Clinton County’s unemployment rate dropped significantly from March to April of this year, as well as showing a decrease from a year ago.
Clinton County, with a civilian labor force of 3,492 people, had an unumployment rate of 4.7 percent in April, 2025, compared with 6.2 percent the previous month of
The Albany Fire Department joined with member from the Albany City Council and the Clinton County Fiscal Court this past Sunday afternoon to take delivery of the department’s newest truck to its fleet.
Squad members are shown above standing alongside the new truck that arrived at the AFD Headquarters Sunday afternoon.
Preschool students at Early Childhood Center spent most of the morning riding their trikes at Mountain View Park for St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.
Those students who participated raised $3,145 as a group, with William Grey raising $800, Walker Vitatoe with $600 and Elise Brewington finished third with $345.
In the photo below,
A Clinton County man was found dead on April 9, 2024. Carlos Allan Neal, 76, lived on Bell Camp Road in Clinton County, was found dead at his residence.
According to Coroner Lonnie Scott, preliminary findings indicated Neal passed away of cardiac arrest.
“The last time anyone talked to him was Saturday
Just five days following a lengthy special called meeting, the Clinton County Board of Education held a much shorter regular session this past Monday, April 15, with all board members on hand.
The board first recognized four Rogers Scholars students, two from the eighth grade and two CCHS students. They include
The monthly session of Clinton Circuit Court was held on February 8 with Circuit Judge David L. Williams presiding. The Clinton County Grand Jury also convened for its monthly session on that date, returning true bills in open circuit court charging four individuals on various counts.
The following actions from the
Will Monday, February 26, be the actual “start” of the demolition of existing buildings that will eventually be the site of the new Clinton County Justice Center?
Clinton County Judge/Executive Ricky Craig, the PDB members and a host of local residents who have been awaiting that important phase of the overdue
Clinton Fiscal Court held its regular monthly meeting last Thursday, February 15, with all magistrates present.
The agenda was more brief than usual, but a couple of jail items were discussed and a little over half of the total 35 minute session was held in executive session to discuss personnel, with
Albany City Council held yet another special called meeting last Wednesday afternoon, February 14, on the water line project for Duvall Valley and surrounding areas.
Five of six members were on hand, with Councilman Junior Gregory joining the session via Zoom. Councilwoman Renee York was unable to attend the called meeting.
The
It was a busy July 4 holiday on the water
After what has been a somewhat rainy and miserable spring weather-wise, summer weather arrived in true fashion last week.
With the heat and sunshine came an onslaught of local and tourism traffic on both Lake Cumberland and Dale Hollow Lake.
I spent some
Winners from Monday, June 9, were Ben Leverage, Adam Marcum, Zack Poore, Larry Ferguson and Ryan Boils.
Above, Clinton County High School softball team members were selected to the Sporting Times 2025 4th Region team. Lily Hickman was selected to the second team as an outfielder, Lauren Winningham was selected to the second team as an infielder, Lexi
Clinton County Fair is here, Family Night is Tuesday
One of our county’s favorite and longest running events is upon us with the arrival this week of the Clinton County Fair.
This year’s schedule certainly will provide activities and entertainment for everyone and anyone looking for some fun summer-time events to enjoy
It’s
Sadie Ipock made contact with the ball during the first round of the 4th Region Tournament held at Western Kentucky University Softball Complex on Monday. The Lady Dawgs lost the game against South Warren, 11-0, and finished its season with a
Congrats Lady Bat Dawgs on a great season
What a difference a run makes!
Our CCHS Lady Bat Dawgs fell to rival Cumberland County last week in the championship game of the 16th District Tournament by a score of 1-0.
That single run loss sent Clinton County into the next round of tournament
The Clinton County Bulldogs took its 28-2 record into Diddle Arena Monday night to take on the Logan County Cougars.
This is Clinton County’s first trip to the regional tournament in three years.
The Dawgs started off on the slow side, allowing Logan County to reach a six point lead with 3:27
Dawgs thump Cougars, advance to 4th Region semis
The Bulldogs got off to a slightly slow start Monday night in the 4th Region Basketball Tournament in Diddle Arena against a hard fighting Logan County squad, but by halftime, were putting their game together.
Sparked by a buzzer beating half-court shot by CCHS
The Clinton County Middle School 8th grade volleyball team won the 2025 March Mania Tournament held at Clinton County this past weekend. The team lost only one set in five games all day.
Nick Poore joins the 500 Point Club
Bulldog Nick Poore was recognized in front of a home crowd Friday night prior to Clinton County’s victory over Glasgow.
During the All “A” Classic Tournament in the game against Cumberland County, Poore joined the CCHS 500 Point Club.
Since that time, Nick has added more
Savannah Heist (left) won the 12th Region KHSAA Girls Singles Tennis Championship. She was named 12th Region Player of the Year. Savannah and her sister, Caroline Heist (right) won the 12th Region KHSAA Girls Team Championship for the second year in
The Clinton County News traveled in early January with Mike and Tracy Rayborn to St.Thomas. The photo was made on the first stop of a seven day cruise aboard the Carnival Venezia, which also visited San Juan and Amber Cove.
Going on a trip? Take the Clinton County News along and
Clinton Jewelers recently provided a big boost for the Clinton County School District Backpack Food Program with a Sterling Silver Pearl Drop sale. The success of the event in December resulted in the business being able to present a check for $1,200. The Backpack Program benefits children in Albany and
The Class of 1954 held its 70th class reunion at Junction Station during this year’s Foothills Festival. Those attended were, above from left to right, Jean Prichard Maupin, Joyce Jones Patty, Marie Dicken Davis, Betty Cecil Parrigin, James Lee Sawyers, Norman Smith, Jeanette Ryan Knight, Franklin Lowhorn, George Bertram, and
The 4-H Adventure Club members partnered with Aubrie Messer, pictured above, for her Eng.101 community service project, to paint a total of 10 physical activities for families to enjoy on the walking path at the local Mountain View Park in Albany.
Aubrie
Hay Bale Toss:
13yrs-16yrs – Caleb York
16 & Over – Cannon Young
Greased Pig:
4yrs-9yrs – Ty Martin
10yrs-15yrs – Tate Davidson
16 & Over – Andrew Beaty
Blind Run: (each had a male and female winner)
6 & Under – Wilder Shearer and Gracie Pierce
7yrs-11yrs – Gunner Griffin and Tenley Spears/Piper Shearer (tie)
12yrs-16yrs – Brady Watson
Members of the Clinton County High School Technology Student Association recently attended a state competition at the Kentucky Technology Students Association Conference in Louisville, along with media instructor James Walker.
Five members of the group qualified for the national competition held later this year in Orlando, Florida
The five-member team won the
The Clinton County Retired Teacher’s Association has once again announced its winners for the annual “My Grandparent Should Be AARP Grandparent of the Year, Because . . .” essay contest.
Held amongst students from the Clinton County Middle School 5th grade English class, Tabitha Myers coordinates the essay contest for her
Several officials who have been involved in the long process of getting a new Justice Center building in Albany were on hand this past Sunday afternoon at the site where the facility will be built, for a ceremonial start of the demolition process.
The demolition of the buildings two blocks north
