Champion-Knight estate donation will benefit BMHS ag programs

Ballard Memorial High School recently received a sizeable donation from the estate of Barbara Knight Champion in memory of her brother, the late Harold G. Knight. It is earmarked for use in the agriculture department.

Mon Mar 31 09:32 AM

Two Ballard staff members honored at awards program

Two Ballard County staff members participated in the Regional Educators Awards and Scholarship Program at West Kentucky Community and Technical College. Whitney Clemons, custodian at BMHS-BCMS, was nominated, and Valerie Helm, the district student information specialist, won in the category of Unsung Hero Support Staff. Helm’s win was the first for Ballard County in the program’s eight-year history.

Mon Mar 31 09:23 AM

BCPS sets March registration dates for 2025-26 school year

Ballard County Preschool-Head Start will hold spring registration for new students on March 27 and 28 for children who are or will be 3 or 4 years old by Aug. 1, 2025. All registrations are by appointment only, and will be held at BCPS, 3383 Paducah Road, Barlow. Parents/Guardians are asked to please call BCPS at 270-665-8400, ext. 2109, to schedule an appointment. Children must be present to complete developmental screenings (language, cognitive and motor skills) while adults complete the registration packet.

Tue Mar 11 02:06 PM

Stop 'n' Go receives five-star rating

The Kentucky Cabinet for Heath and Family Services has recognized Stop ‘n’ Go Daycare at Ballard County Elementary School as one of its five-star child care providers, under the Kentucky All STARS program. It is the first time the center has earned the cabinet’s highest rating.

Tue Mar 11 02:01 PM

Green named director of transportation

Leigh Ann Green has been named the director of transportation for Ballard County Schools. She assumed her new duties on Feb. 17.

Mon Feb 24 02:27 PM

Ballard County Schools closed on Friday, Jan. 24, for boys' All "A" State Tournament appearance

The Ballard Memorial Bomber boys' basketball team will play in the first round of the All "A" State Tournament in Owensboro this Thursday, Jan. 23, at 9:30 p.m. Because we expect so many students and staff to attend the late game, we have decided to close school on Friday, Jan. 24.

Tue Jan 21 01:58 PM