Clinton County Board of Education held a special called meeting Wednesday, August 27, with all members present. The meeting was held in lieu of its regular meeting, which had been cancelled earlier in the month due to the passing of Superintendent Wayne Ackerman’s father.
After adopting the agenda as presented on a motion by board member Bobbie Stone, Finance Director Courtney Norris gave the monthly finance report.
Norris reported an ending balance for the past month of $10.2 million, noting the amount was higher due to there being no payroll period for July. She also noted the amount included all funds, including grant funds, set aside for certain programs and already earmarked.
Angela Sloan then told the board about a journalism student who is now doing articles about the various schools. She also thanked Clinton County News Publisher Al Gibson for publishing the student’s weekly articles in the newspaper.
The board then briefly discussed
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:
Jesse Pittman, 39, of Albany, was arrested and charged with strangulation in the first degree (domestic violence related), and assault in the fourth degree, (dating
As the saying goes, ‘history is made everyday,’ and that is the case in Clinton County, a part of local history is literally “inside” the ground and waiting to be revealed in just over 11 years from now.
Although often forgotten by many, thanks to a local businessman and Chamber of
The Christian Motorcycle Association’s Twin Lakes Crusaders for Christ #1405 hosted a “Bike Night” on the square in Albany Saturday night.
The event featured live Christian music by Sarah Flatt, accompanied by Natalie Craft and Jasper Davis, along with food trucks for fellowship.
The local chapter was founded on August 23, 2021,
Clinton Fiscal Court held its regular monthly meeting Thursday, July 17, with all magistrates present. Sixth District Magistrate Mickey Riddle again chaired the half-hour session in the absence of Judge/Executive Ricky Craig, who was absent due to illness.
The court, after approving previous meetings minutes and acknowledging the treasurer’s report, voted
Clinton County Board of Education met twice over a five day period last week and early this week for a special and regular meeting.
The board held a special called meeting last Thursday, July 17, with a short agenda, first receiving a Clinton County High School project update from DECO architects.
The
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:
(*Correction) Jeremy Braswell, 44, of Albany, was arrested and charged with assault in the fourth degree (minor injury), and strangulation in the first degree (non-domestic
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
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
Wayne County Sheriff Tim Catron reports the following arrests:
Garry Maziarz, of Monticello, Kentucky, was arrested on a Wayne County Circuit Court indictment warrant of arrest for murder-(attempt), five counts of wanton endangerment-1st degree–discharge of a firearm, criminal mischief-2nd degree and resisting arrest.
Jimmy Barnes, of Monticello, Kentucky, was arrested on a
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
The Clinton County Bulldogs fell in Friday night’s home game against Edmonson County, 28-20, and move to 0-2 on the year.
The Dawgs fell behind early in the game, 14-0, but fought back to within a touchdown at one point in the second half.
Head Coach Rocky Tallent said he still likes
Dawgs move to 0-2
Our gridiron Dawgs moved to 0-2 on the year last Friday night after taking a tough 28-20 loss at home on Bulldog Field.
The Edmonson County Wildcats hit the scoreboard early against the Dawgs and, while Clinton County bounced back, they could never find the opening that would
Winners from Monday, July 21, were Sawyer Stalcup, Steele Burchett, Noah Pruitt and Jimmy Rains.
Dawg days of summer mean the end is in sight
With temperatures soaring (and seemingly never ending daily thunderstorms), the Dawg days of summer are here, but it also means that summer vacation for students of Clinton County schools is nearing an end.
As I mentioned last week, the Golf Dawgs and
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
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
