Looking back: Businessman gets railroad through Boyle County

By BRENDA S. EDWARDS Contributing writer Eugene Zimmerman, a Cincinnati businessman, never gave up on a plan to get the Louisville and Nashville Railroad to ... Read more

12 hours ago by Advocate-Messenger.

By JERRY SAMPSON Question: Mr Sampson, I’ve sent several notices to you regarding a coin collection that I have. I have not heard from you ... Read more

15 hours ago by Advocate-Messenger.

Library announces Colleen Hall as new assistant director

The Boyle County Public Library (BCPL) is a vibrant hub of information and activity for the Danville-Boyle County community. The library offers numerous services, programs, ... Read more

16 hours ago by Advocate-Messenger.

Money doesn’t have to be the root of all evil

By JACK GODBEY Money seems to be a popular topic. There are tons of books devoted to talking about it. Some will try to tell ... Read more

7 days ago by Advocate-Messenger.

Life with a smile: First impressions of virtual school

By KATE SNYDER It has taken me a couple weeks to put together some initial thoughts about virtual schooling. When I write, I try to ... Read more

1 week ago by Advocate-Messenger.

From our files, Sept. 18, 2020

100 YEARS AGO — 1920   Warren Sebree, who formerly operated a piano store in Danville, was found guilty on an embezzlement charge from the ... Read more

1 week ago by Robin Hart.

Danville soldier survived Battle of Buena Vista in Mexican War

By BRENDA S. EDWARDS Contributing writer Jacob Keller Bishop of Danville was one of few soldiers from Boyle County who survived the Feb. 23, 1847, ... Read more

1 week ago by Advocate-Messenger.

Coffee with Mimi: Time is of the essence, but not always the only factor

By MIMI BECKER Time is of the essence.  The source of the phrase is found in contract law. I was hoping I would be reporting ... Read more

1 week ago by Advocate-Messenger.

Great Courses available at the library

BCPL Part of the mission of the Boyle County Public Library is to engage the community by promoting lifelong literacy and learning. In an effort ... Read more

1 week ago by Advocate-Messenger.