A program designed to help Carter County farmers manage the cost of weed control this spring is now underway.
The Carter County Soil Conservation District has announced its 2026 Spring Chemical Cost Share Program, which will provide a 50/50 reimbursement for certain herbicide purchases used in the county’s noxious weed control efforts.
Under the program, any Carter County resident with a Carter County farm number may qualify to receive reimbursement for chemical purchases, up to 80 dollars per farm number.
Officials say there are a few requirements that participants will need to follow. Purchases must have been made on or after March first, and applicants must provide proof of purchase, such as a receipt along with documentation showing the payment method used.
Cash purchases will not be accepted for reimbursement, and documentation must show that the purchase was made using a credit card, debit card, or check.
The Soil Conservation District says reimbursements will be processed once each month for those who participate, and the program will continue until the available funding has been exhausted.
Receipts and documentation should be submitted to Courtney Bond at the Carter County Soil Conservation District office, located at 526 East Main Street in Grayson.
Anyone with questions about the program can call the office at 606-474-5184, option three, or 606-939-2824.
Again, the Spring Chemical Cost Share Program is now underway and offers Carter County farmers an opportunity to receive partial reimbursement for herbicide purchases while helping address noxious weeds throughout the county.
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FirstLight Home Care will host its Golden Age Gala on Thursday, May 21st, at the First Baptist Church of Grayson Ministry Center. The free event is open to those ages 55 and older.
Doors will open at 11:15 a.m., with lunch served at noon, followed by games and activities throughout the afternoon. Organizers say the event is designed to bring people together for a relaxed and enjoyable gathering, while recognizing the contributions of older adults in the community.
Attendees are encouraged to dress in their Sunday best for the occasion.
To help with planning, organizers ask that those interested RSVP by Tuesday, May 13th by calling 606-393-0669.
Again, the Golden Age Gala will take place Thursday, May 21st, at the First Baptist Church of Grayson Ministry Center, with doors opening at 11:15 a.m. and lunch served at noon.
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Local anglers and outdoor enthusiasts will have a chance to take part in a Memorial Day weekend tradition as a fishing tournament returns to Carter County.
The East Carter Bass Fishing Memory Days Fish Off is scheduled for Saturday, May 23rd, running from 7 a.m. until 1 p.m., with participants launching at safe light. The event is organized by East Carter High School and is sponsored by Rudy Fest.
Organizers say the tournament is open to anglers looking to enjoy a day on the water while also taking part in one of the community’s long-standing Memory Days activities. Entry is set at one hundred dollars per boat, with payouts based on the number of participants.
Events like this not only bring together fishing enthusiasts from across the area, but also help support local programs and provide another way for the community to take part in the broader Memory Days celebration. Participants are encouraged to register in advance, and those interested can get more information or sign up by contacting tournament organizer Kenneth Sexton at 606-922-9104 or by email at kenneth.sexton@carter.kyschools.us.
Again, the East Carter Bass Fishing Memory Days Fish Off will take place Saturday, May 23rd, from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m., with a start time at safe light, and is open to those looking to spend part of the holiday weekend on the water.