October 2026
Early Voting Begins Oct. 29 at Shelbyville Conference & Welcome Center
The county's three-day early-voting schedule runs through Saturday, ahead of the Nov. 3 general election.
Main Street Bridge Remains Closed; KYTC Targets Dec. 18 Reopening
Washington Street's bridge carries two-way traffic while the eastbound Main Street crossing is replaced.
Shelby 4-H Moves Enrollment Online for 2026–27
New and returning members need to enroll for the current program year through 4-H Online.
The Story Nest Plans Oct. 30 Opening Celebration in Simpsonville
The Chamber lists a noon ribbon cutting for the book and gift shop on Shelbyville Road.
A Hand-Drawn Map Takes Readers Back to Shelbyville in 1875
Main Street, Clear Creek and the railroad appear in a map once used by local real estate agents.
The History Inside Shelby County’s 1913 Cornerstone
Street photographs, newspapers and relics from an earlier courthouse connected the new building to its past.
Read Shelby County’s 1929 History Online
The 268-page book by George L. Willis Sr. covers early towns, churches, schools, newspapers and courthouses.
Shelby County Schools Break Ground on Agriculture Academy
The planned academy will give students hands-on experience in agronomy and animal science.
Shelby Schools Report Reading Gains and a Higher Graduation Rate
The district’s October assessment summary reported progress while showing reading scores still below state levels.
September 2026
School Safety Task Force Holds Its First Meeting
School officials, parents and public officials met Sept. 24 to begin reviewing safety policies and accountability.
August 2026
Simpsonville Elementary Celebrates Completed Renovations
An Aug. 4 ribbon cutting marked the completion of work at the school.
July 2026
Shelby Academy’s Jeff Bracken Receives Statewide Teaching Honor
The award recognizes his work with Kentucky’s state agency children.
June 2026
Blue Shellbys Win National Mario Kart Championship
Shelby County High School’s esports team defeated state champions from across the country.