Michael Duckworth for Woodford County Judge Executive

06/05/2026

The Duckworth family, the Mitchell family and many other supporters invite you to join us at the Bakers’ business in Midway Station this coming Monday.

Come enjoy a fun evening to enjoy conversation with candidates and community leaders and renew friendships.

See you there!

Have plans Monday? You do now! Get out and meet your new County Judge Executive Michael Duckworth and your new 1st District Magistrate Donald Mitchell at a joint event in Midway. You’ll also catch other county candidates running for office too!

05/26/2026

Appreciate our local Woodford Post 67 for organizing the Memorial Day Service and Community Lunch. Powerful tributes to those who served our country. Many gave a great sacrifice to protect the freedoms we enjoy.

Another service was held this afternoon at Huntertown Cemetery to honor soldiers: George H.Morton, Fred Buckner, Horace R. Bucker, William M. Jackson, Lonnie L. Johnson, Sam Johnson, Dave Neet, Cleve Thomson and Charles Butler Jr. All served in the United States Army and their recognition is well deserved.

Remember all the brave men and women who protect our great nation. They are true heroes. Thank you.

05/18/2026

Over the past couple weeks it has been such a pleasure to meet so many of you at community events, golf outings and special services in the county.

Early voting has been amazing. Let’s continue the momentum tomorrow.

05/18/2026

Good luck to all of those candidates on the ballot tomorrow!

05/15/2026

Thank you to all the volunteers, County Clerk staff, county elections board members and others that make voting such a pleasant experience . I certainly enjoyed seeing so many familiar faces today.

Voting continues tomorrow and all day Tuesday.

05/08/2026

Today is the National Day of Prayer. For nearly 30 years I have gathered at 6 am on Thursday morning with a men’s accountability group.

We have shared many highs and lows together. Studied scripture, laughed , cried, strengthened each other and feel we are better people because of the time we poured into each other.

As I look back through the weekly prayer journal ….it is full of God’s answers to our prayers. Many miracles of healing, recovery, and peace in troubled times.

We consider ourselves incredibly blessed to live in a country whose liberties are based on Christian values, and where we may freely and openly gather to worship, pray, and give thanks to our Lord.

05/02/2026

Congratulations to Always a Runner for winning the 152nd Kentucky Oaks and her owners Douglas Scharbauer and Three Chimneys Farm!

Trainer Chad Brown and Jockey Jose Ortiz had her ready for a magical ride under the lights at Churchill Downs.

The equine industry is alive and well and an integral part of the rich history and tradition of the place we call home. Three Chimneys Farm and another 650 farms in Woodford County raise about 11,000 head of thoroughbreds, saddlebreds, warm bloods , quarter horses and ponies. These majestic animals graze over 44,000 acres of beautiful rolling pastures. Owners, operators, veterinarian, farriers, dentists, ag supply companies and other service providers generate $181,500,000 income in our community.

Today the nation will celebrate our unique heritage as the focus will be on “our old Kentucky home” where Woodford County showcases some of the best she has to offer. So choose a pour of one of your favorite bourbons, place your bet, and in the spirit of all things Derby in anticipation of the greatest two minutes is sports! Riders up!

(Photo credit to Churchill Downs)

04/27/2026

Beautiful weekend to share some time with families at the Versailles United Methodist Church Diaper Dash 5K.. their first annual race and fundraiser at the county park. Please consider supporting their ministry.

Always great to stop by Callie's Homestyle Restaurant to see some friends and listen to Nick Green and what he wants to work towards on behalf of our community. Nice event and wonderful fellowship.

Off to the Fayette County Extension Office for the Kentucky Christmas Tree growers plant sale and spring meetings. Farmers across the region sharing knowledge and skills with one another.

Finished up back at the Barn at Duckworth Farm to host some juniors and seniors for photo ops before prom. Weather was perfect for them!

Worked until dark as we do about everyday. What a blessing to cross paths with so many on a beautiful Spring weekend in Woodford County!

04/25/2026

Was honored to attend the dedication by the Woodford County FFA program of the new barn at WCHS last night as a representative of the Woodford County Ag Development Council. The new facility will enable the continuation and growth of the animal science programs such as the lambs raised in the buddy program where students pair together and take on full care of donated lambs from area producers.

Appreciate the partnership with the Woodford County School Board and other supporters to make this project a reality! Always enjoy being with the advisors and students of the blue and gold!

04/24/2026

Thank you to the Woodford County Clerk , staff and board of elections for providing an overview of the voting machine certification process.

There is a ton of behind the scene work by many poll workers, election officials and volunteers that maintains our basic foundational right to vote. Every Woodford County citizen should appreciate these efforts and exercise that right to vote!