You’re ‘Bound’ to Like It! Jesse Stuart Foundation Launches New Book Gwen Akers The Ashland Beacon      This past Saturday, the Jesse Stuart Foundation hosted a launch party at the Delta Marriott Hotel in downtown Ashland to celebrate the 39 authors represented in its newest anthology, Song of Life: Poetry and Prose from the 2026 Jesse Stuart Writers Workshop. Twenty-nine of the 39 authors published in the book were recognized at the event, and the public had the opportunity

Fun Time in the Autumn Air The Annual Fall Hayride with Boyd County Community & Economic Development Gideon Thompson The Ashland Beacon      Thrills come in many forms, and we often seek something beyond our usual routines when deciding where to go over the weekend. Our preferences for spending a wonderful autumn afternoon can be influenced by friends, family, and whatever we happen upon along the way. A trip to the movies, an outing to a park, or even a visit to a museum ma

Keeney’s Kitchen Brings Healthy, Convenient Meals to the YMCA Sasha Bush The Ashland Beacon      A new healthy dining option is coming to the YMCA, offering busy families and individuals a convenient way to enjoy nutritious, portion-controlled meals without breaking the bank. Keeney’s Kitchen, owned and operated by Matt Keeney, is built around a simple concept: make healthy eating easier, more affordable and less stressful.     Keeney’s Kitchen began its licensed operation i