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City receives grant assistance from Lion’s Club By Jorena D. Faulkner jorena@thenewsstandard.com BRANDENBURG — The Lion’s Club International Headquarters in Oakbrook, Ill., has approved a $10,000 Emergency Relief Fund grant for disaster assistance, which will concentrate on

Meade and Hardin County residents affected by the Feb. 5 tornado. At the monthly city council meeting held Monday at city hall, Lion’s Club 43-N District Governor Chuck Danison said the grant would cover immediate needs such as water, medi-

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cation and clothing, however, it would not include any reconstruction costs. “We can’t do a thing for work on homes, appliances, tobacco products, liquor — that type of thing — rent or utilities,” Danison said. The grant program utilizes a voucher system to reim-

burse participating vendors up to $100 of covered costs. Each voucher can only be used once, and Danison said it’s important that recipients of the voucher spend as close to the $100 dollar limit as possible. Furthermore, a committee will need to be established to determine eli-

gibility, and the county will need local representatives to work alongside the Lion’s Club in order to coordinate reimbursement of vendors. “The next step is identifying the vendors in this area that will work with the community,” Danison said. “And I would say, along

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with the Lion’s Club, you do need one or two coordinators.” Mayor David Pace suggested that the local Ministerial Association be considered as the liaison for the community grant.

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By Jorena D. Faulkner jorena@thenewsstandard.com Teachers from three area schools were awarded certification from the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards for 2007 at the monthly Meade County Board of Education meeting held Tuesday evening. Fifth grade teacher Ilene Aebersold and first grade teacher Julie Sutton — both from Brandenburg Primary — Battletown Elementary fifth and sixth grade teacher Amanda Love, and Flaherty Elementary third and fourth grade teacher Jessie Trotter were presented with plaques by Meade County School Superintendent Mitch Crump. “As superintendent of the schools, I just want to commend you all,” Crump said. “I know it is a very tough process, a very long process and a very hard process.” According to the Kentucky NBPTS Web site, The National Board for Professional Standards Certification is a process requiring intense self-reflection and analysis of one’s own practice, and is a forceful professional development experience. “The National Board process was an amazing journey,” Love said. “Personally and professionally.” In 1980, Jessie Trotter left

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LEXINGTON — The U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and Kentucky’s Division of Emergency Management (KYEM) said in the first few weeks following a disaster, those affected may be misled by halftruths and rumors. “When you have suffered a loss, the last thing you need is misinformation,” said Michael Bolch, FEMA’s coordinating officer. “While we cannot make storm victims whole, we certainly can provide the kinds of assistance found in good information that helps them get on their feet to restore their lives.” Following are some clarifications for common misconceptions about disaster assistance: •I have insurance. I hear there still may be other help available to me. True. Insurance is your main source for money to put your life back in order after a disaster. But there are many things that insurance does not cover. That is where federal disaster programs may be able to help. You may find that you are “underinsured” and disaster assistance can help make up the difference. •I have to wait for my insurance adjuster before I apply for disaster assistance. False. You do not have to wait for an agent or adjuster’s inspection

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Battletown Elementary School pride and patriotism soars By Jorena D. Faulkner jorena@thenewsstandard.com

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Senator Mitch McConnell signs “Our Flag” with Taylor Powers, Battletown Elementary Principal Jeff Turner, Lucas Hardesty, and Belinda Jones.

Little did Battletown Elementary School librarian Belinda Jones know of the magnitude or future impact her Operation Stars & Stripes program would have on the community when she started it four years ago. “The program is awesome because (the flag) traveled around the world,” Montana Adams, a sixth-grade student at Battletown Elementary, said. More than 3 1/2 years and nearly 40,000 miles later, Battletown Elementary School’s flag — affectionately named “Our Flag” — returned home to be signed by Sen. Mitch McConnell at his office in Louisville. Snow and ice prompted early school closings on Thursday, Feb. 21 — the day Sen. McConnell signed Our Flag —

as well as the cancellation of the flag’s dedication ceremony. Jones says the dedication ceremony will be rescheduled in coming weeks. However, the treacherous weather didn’t keep Jones, Battletown school principal Jeff Turner, school assistant Kay Hamilton, and two students from making the drive to McConnell’s office for the flag signing. “It feels great,” Jones said. “It was really awesome to meet (McConnell) and great that he took time from his schedule … he’s a very busy person. It’s really humbling that he did take time, because we were the very first thing on his agenda and I felt that he really even came in early in order to do that. His staff has been super supportive. We went through them the entire time for getting the flag flown at the capitol, and we went through both his Washington D.C. staff as well as the Louisville staff

to coordinate the flag being flown as well as Senator McConnell returning it. So it was a very nice way of all of the journeys coming together.” Operation Stars & Stripes began with the idea to send a flag overseas. “Initially, we were going to send it to Iraq,” Jones said. “The unit at the beginning that we sent it through is my former unit — I’m in the Army Reserves. When I heard they were going to Iraq, I approached the commander and asked if he would mind taking our flag and having it fly as many times as possible, or at least escort it to places.” In the fall of 2004, the 8-229th Aviation Regiment took the flag to Iraq for the first time. “It ended up staying with them for about 18 months,” she said. “Because

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at first, they had to go to Fort Dix, N.J. It spent six months there and then it went to Kuwait, and then on into Iraq. Upon return, (the commander) asked for a school assembly so that he could return the flag and we granted that. While (the flag) was gone, I got to thinking that the kids were really excited about this — and we kept trying to call it our ‘9/11’ flag — and I thought, why don’t we take this beyond just Iraq.” Over the years, the flag has traveled to several overseas destinations, including Iraq and Afghanistan, and stateside locations of the 9/11 terrorist attacks — Shanksville, Pa., Ground Zero and the Pentagon. Along the way, Jones says she’s been met with nothing but support. “I guess the thing that’s been the most exciting — as well as the most awesome — is that everyone we have approached to help us has been more than willing,” Jones said. “We have called people like the firemen in Shanksville, Pa., and I just spoke to them on the phone. The chief was just more than willing to help me … he thought it was

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before applying for assistance or beginning repairs needed to make your house safe, sanitary and functional. However, if you have insurance, you should find out what your policy covers, and be sure to keep papers and receipts for any work. If you still have unmet disaster-related needs, you may get FEMA help. To avoid a duplication of benefits, you may need to provide additional insurance information. •I already repaired my home. It is too late to apply. False. You could qualify for reimbursement of expenses not covered by your insurance. •I have to make a reservation and go to a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) to apply for assistance. False. There are two ways to apply for assistance. You may call FEMA’s toll-free number at 800-621-FEMA (3362) or TTY 800 462-7585 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. local time, seven days a week. Individuals with Internet access can apply on the agency’s Web site at www.fema.gov. Disaster Recovery Centers (DRC) are designed to provide additional information or assistance. No appointment is necessary and you may visit any DRC even if it is not located in your town or county. U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) representatives are also available to assist with low-interest loan applications for homeowners and renters, as well as businesses of all sizes. •I got help from the American Red Cross, but I still need to apply to FEMA if I need assistance. True. FEMA coordinates a number of programs to help disaster victims. These programs are different from the emergency food, clothing and shelter initially provided by the American Red Cross, Salvation Army and other voluntary agencies. Registration with the Red Cross or other voluntary agency is not the same as applying with FEMA. For

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a great idea. There have been a lot of people that we have used as mediators — between us and somebody else — and they’ve been more than willing to help and they’re getting no credit at all. One was Lieutenant Colonel Michael Bennett of the 100th Division. We went through him initially to try to contact McConnell’s office, and he was more than willing to help. It’s just unreal the people who have supported us. “We’ve had a lot of people, even locally, that have helped,” she said. “Our postmaster, Bill Pipes. When I would ship the flag — I mean it got to the point I hated to mail it because it was accumulating so many miles and I was afraid something would happen to it — I think he kept up with it more than I did … tracking it, making sure it got to its destination and everything. So I mean there’s been a lot of community support for it as well.” Now that the flag has safely found its way home, it may be retired — unless approval from a higher power warrants one more trip. “It will not (be retired) unless — and we’re still working on this — if there’s some way we can get a picture of it with President Bush,” Jones said. “The school has written

the President and received a response that (scheduling) wasn’t possible at the time the initial inquiry was sent. However, Battletown Elementary staff and students aren’t planning on giving up that easily. “We’re going to keep approaching — especially when he comes near the

area,” Jones said. “I kept the fax number.” The Operation Stars & Stripes program and Our Flag has rendered a lasting affect on the community of Battletown and its young students. “I think it’s our little way that we can be part of history,” Jones said. “Instead of

just observers of history and talking about history, I think now we’ve got something tangible that we can actually see and touch. It’s part of history. I think that when, hopefully, future generations — when teachers speak about 9/11 and talk with the students — we’ve got something

here that’s tangible to show them. That this flag — which represents everything we believe in — has been to all of these places. Something that I think the kids find truly awesome is how many people have seen this flag. Just in Iraq — they took the flag to an Iraqi school. As far as we know, we’re the only school that has done this. “We’re really proud of it,” she said. “Some of the kids have even talked about putting it in the Smithsonian, and I told them this is our community flag and it needs to remain in Battletown because it’s part of us. I feel like it’s been a whole school, and a whole community effort.” Sixth-grader Brianna Arnold summed up the program by pointing out that although the flag has been traveling for several years, it has been an integral part of their educational experience for far longer. “The flag program means a lot to me because I’ve been with the flag since Kindergarten,” Arnold said. “The flag has traveled around the world once — and a half of another time. The program is so cool to watch where it has traveled.” For more information about the journey of “Our Flag,” please visit www. meade.k12.ky.us/b-town/ operation_stars_and_ stripes.htm.

federal and state disaster assistance, you must apply by calling the special toll-free application number 800-621FEMA (3362) or TTY 800-4627585 for those with speech or hearing impairment. •I have to be poor to qualify for disaster assistance. False. Federal and state disaster assistance programs may be available to those who suffered damage, regardless of income. The programs are not “welfare.” The kinds of help provided depend on the applicant’s circumstances and unmet disaster-related needs. •I have to be turned down by my bank before I can apply for a disaster loan. False. SBA, which handles low-interest disaster loans, has its own criteria for determining each loan applicant’s eligibility. If you do not qualify for a loan, you may be eligible for other assistance, but it is necessary to go through the SBA application process first. •I can apply for a loan from the SBA even if I’m not a business owner. True. Renters, homeowners and private non-profit organizations may be eligible for low-interest loans for home or personal property losses for “uninsured” or “underinsured” disaster-related losses. Don’t let the name fool you. In a presidential declaration, the SBA is the primary source of federal financial assistance. •I don’t really want a loan, but I’ve heard I need to fill out the SBA application when I receive it. True. If you do not qualify for a loan, you may be considered for other forms of assistance, like the Other Needs Assistance program that is designed to help meet serious, disaster-related needs. However, you must complete and return the SBA loan application. If the loan application is not returned you may not qualify for disaster assistance. •I rent an apartment. I can’t get help to replace my damaged property. False. A renter may also qualify for an SBA low-interest disaster loan or a cash grant from FEMA to replace personal property. One type of grant may cover temporary housing needs if a renter has to move to another

dwelling. Another type of grant may be available to an eligible individual or families with serious disaster-related needs and expenses that are not covered by insurance or other disaster assistance programs. •I have applied, what happens next? After you apply, FEMA will mail you a copy of your application and a copy of “Help After a Disaster: Applicant’s Guide to the Individuals and Households Program,” which will answer many of your questions. This useful publication explains how FEMA’s disaster assistance program works; describes additional kinds of help you may qualify for from other federal, state and voluntary agencies; and gives you many important tips on how to best make all these programs work for you. If your home or its contents are damaged and you do not have insurance, an inspector should contact you within 10 days after you apply to schedule a time to meet you at your damaged home. All inspectors carry photo ID that shows they are affiliated with the U.S. government. If you get an SBA Disaster Loan application in the mail, you must complete and return the application to be considered for a loan. •I need to check the status of my case. Go to www.fema.gov or call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362 (FEMA) or (TTY) 800-462-7585 for the hearing- or speech-impaired. •I have to be a legal U.S. resident to receive Individual Assistance. Yes. To be eligible for cash assistance from FEMA you must be a U.S. citizen or a qualified alien. A qualified alien generally includes individuals who are lawful permanent residents (possessing an alien registration receipt card) or those with legal status due to asylum, refugee, parole (admission into the U.S. for humanitarian purposes), withholding of deportation, or domestic violence. Check with an immigration expert if you have questions about your legal status. •I am an undocumented immigrant, is there any assistance available?

Possibly. You may apply for Individual Assistance on behalf of your child who is a U.S. citizen or a qualified alien. Or another adult household member may qualify for household assistance if he or she is a documented immigrant. You may also be eligible under many different programs run by state and local agencies and voluntary agencies for various types of cash assistance. An undocumented immigrant may be eligible for short-term, noncash emergency aid provided by FEMA. FEMA coordinates the federal government’s role in preparing for, preventing, mitigating the effects of, re-

sponding to, and recovering from all domestic disasters, whether natural or manmade, including acts of terror. Disaster recovery assistance is available without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, economic status or retaliation. If you or someone you know has been discriminated against, you should call FEMA toll-free at 800-621FEMA (3362) or contact your State Office of Equal Rights. If suspicious of any abuse of FEMA programs, please contact the fraud hotline at 800323-8603. SBA is the federal government’s primary source of

money for the long-term rebuilding of disaster-damaged private property. SBA helps homeowners, renters, businesses of all sizes, and private non-profit organizations fund repairs or rebuilding efforts, and cover the cost of replacing lost or disaster-damaged personal property. These disaster loans cover uninsured and uncompensated losses and do not duplicate benefits of other agencies or organizations. For information about SBA programs, applicants may call (800) 659-2955 or online at www.sba.gov. For more information on Kentucky disaster recovery, visit www.fema.gov or http://kyem.ky.gov.

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Dear Editor. Your paper started out as an alternative newspaper to The Messenger and I and a lot of my friends were hopeful that we would finally have a paper that would print the news of Meade County that other newspapers in the area refuse to report. Not rumors and innuendos as you were accused of printing, but fair and honest reporting that all newspapers claim to report, but few actually do. None in this area, including The News Enterprise, of which I am a subscriber, report the news of Meade County. We were sincerely hoping that it was The News Standard that would fill this void. But, as of late, I am beginning to have my doubts. I hope I am mistaken and The News Standard will prove me wrong and go on to become the paper you started out to be; and the news of record for this area. There is absolutely nothing wrong with journalistic controversy. It’s controversy that sells newspapers and increases readership. Controversy and truth can be very compatible. I feel that there is a great opportunity for an alternative newspaper for this area that could reach beyond the borders of Meade County into Hardin and Breckinridge Counties. I sincerely wish you and your paper success. James Osborne Vine Grove, Ky.

A special thanks to all who helped during the tornado of 2008 in Brandenburg. In the late hours of February 5, 2008, after a day and evening of storm warnings and tornado watches a tornado hit Brandenburg at approximately 11:54 p.m. The damage was extensive to many homes and various businesses. The Meade County Bank and First Federal Savings Bank were damaged, also the old telephone company and Big O Tires. The Clothes Closet was a total loss. Damage to the ball field was extensive. This is only a few; it is impossible to name them all. It brought back memories of April 4, 1972. The difference being that in this one there was no one injured or no loss of life. However, in 1974 many lives were taken and many injuries reported. The electric and phone lines were down due to utility poles being snapped off by fallen trees and debris flying through the air. We arrived at the David T. Wilson Middle School where a shelter was set up by the American Red Cross around 6 a.m. Wednesday morning. The town was completely closed off by the sheriff’s department and the local police. The only way in was to be an official or a member of the Red Cross or disaster relief workers with the Southern Baptist Convention. Being one of the first responders, things began to happen fast. We took hot chocolate, coffee, sweet rolls and biscuits to the officials guarding the city and to many members who were restringing the masses of wires and poles. It was gratifying to see people come together to help one another in a crisis. We want to thank the many places that donated food, cups, coffee and many other supplies. A special thanks to Pamida, who so graciously donated a truck load of various supplies and offered more, if needed, and to Kroger, Mr. Gatti’s Pizza and Taco Bell, who supplied 250 or more meals Wednesday evening. These were delivered to the nursing home, Bee Hive and some local folks who had no electricity. Thanks also to Rote Smith who donated files, wedges and tools. A special thanks to the many guards and linemen (some from out of town) who worked tirelessly through the night to restore power and phone service which was mostly restored by the end of the second day. There was a tremendous amount of cleanup and chain saws running day and night. The following week, the disaster relief from the Southern Baptist Convention was activated with Clifford Frazier (Buddy) and his wife, Larry and Elaine Koch, and many volunteers who responded. We were hampered for a couple of days due to snow and ice, but by the weekend things began to happen. The disaster relief unit from Davis and McLean counties came up with several men and women, and worked Saturday and Sunday. Thanks to Jeff and Sandy Free who organized that team. On Sunday night the ladies from Buck Grove Baptist Church furnished supper. We appreciated this very much. It was delicious. The following Saturday Brother Andy Moore from Salem Baptist Church and several men and women from the church came out to cut trees, drag brush and limbs and again the group from Davis and McLean counties came to help. Eddie Talley and his two great– nephews from Bowling Green were also there. There were people from eastern Kentucky and Leon Priest from Severns Valley Baptist Church. The ladies from Salem Baptist Church furnished a delicious lunch. We are sure we have missed someone, but if we have we apologize. Thanks also to Brother Ramsey at First Baptist Church for supplying food and to Ms. Allen who organized that part. Everyone was very grateful for the room and board and their unrelenting help in anyway they could. It was truly an awesome experience. Last, but in no way ungrateful, was the shower trailer that was furnished for the duration of the cleanup. It is always a pleasure to help and work with so many awesome and dedicated people. It is one of the greatest ministries to serve our Lord Jesus that we have ever been associated with. It reminds me of a quotation I heard one time., “Don’t define yourself by what you do, but rather by who you are.” Thanks again. God is so good.

Protection from ‘mortgage meltdown,’ fraud The “mortgage meltdown” is caus- our children’s inheritance, while allowing real financial heartache for thou- ing our elderly piece of mind knowing sands of Kentucky families caught in they will not lose their life’s savings. the nightmare of losing their The bill now goes to the Senhomes, due mainly to ignorance Legislative ate.A bill that would help deof the terms and conditions of Update their high-cost loans. crease Kentucky’s growing House Bill 552, that passed dental health problem passed the House of Representatives the House with a vote of 91-4. with a vote of 87-0, would proHouse Bill 186 would require tect Kentucky home buyers by children to visit a dentist before expanding and clarifying mortstarting Head Start, pre-school, gage terminology, reducing the or first grade, beginning with amount of possible prepayment the 2010-2011 school year. Chilpenalties, and prohibiting predren aged three to six would payment penalties on refinancJeff Greer be required to have a dental ing with the original mortgage health certificate before they loan company. could start public school. The This legislation would also create bill’s goal is to get children in the habit the Mortgage Fraud Act, which would of going to the dentist at an early age, provide harsher penalties and fines for to prevent losing teeth to poor dental mortgage fraud and will make it easier hygiene as adults. for the state to prosecute. House Bill Keeping our kids safe is a constant 552 would improve the laws covering worry, especially when they begin lending in Kentucky and provide more driving with an instruction permit. supervisory and enforcement tools to Staying focused on the road in those fight fraud and predatory lending. The critical first six months is challenging, bill is now at the Senate waiting consid- especially with the proliferation of cell eration. phone usage. I am very pleased to report that House Bill 125 would prohibit teenHouse Bill 259 passed out of the Sen- agers driving on an instruction permit ate this week and will now be sent to from using a cell phone while driving, the Governor for his signature into law. except in the case of emergencies. If I introduced and sponsored House caught using a cell phone for purposes Bill 259, which creates the Long-Term other than an emergency, the teenager Care Partnership Insurance Program, would receive a violation, but no court allowing persons to retain their assets costs or fines would be imposed. The instead of being forced to spend down only penalty would be to increase the those assets before becoming Medicaid days before the teenager could receive eligible. These partnerships will protect their full driving privileges. The bill

passed the House by a vote of 95-0. The House Appropriations and Revenue Committee passed House Bill 2, a comprehensive package of incentives and policy directions that support creating a sustainable energy future for Kentucky. This bill would expand Kentucky’s footprint in energy efficiencies, conservation initiatives, and renewable energy solutions. Specifically, House Bill 2 would require state buildings to meet energy efficiency standards, create a committee to establish those standards, enroll public schools in the Kentucky Energy Efficiency Program to lower energy costs, and give tax breaks for using energy efficient appliances, windows, and other building materials. House Bill 2 would also authorize Kentucky utilities to study the potential of wind, solar and other renewable sources. This legislation now heads to the House floor. The cut off date to file bills passed this week and 775 House bills have been filed in the House of Representatives. Discussion on these bills will keep us busy for the remaining weeks of the session while we continue to work on the budget, which we anticipate being passed out of the House early next week. I encourage you to call me of you have any questions about legislation of interest to you please leave a message for me in Frankfort by calling the legislative toll-free Message Line at 800372-7181, or through the Legislative Research Commission’s Web site at www. lrc.state.ky.us.

Senate makes strides in education, CATS With 40 days of a 60-day General Assembly Session behind us, the Senate continues making strides in education, one of our signature areas. Senate Bill 1 will replace CATS with a national norm-referenced test in middle school and with the EPAS system (EXPLORE, PLAN, and ACT) in high school. Both parents and teachers have expressed concerns about the lack of individual information gained from CATS and the pressure to “teach to the test.” Many are frustrated with the lack of academic instruction after the test is given. With Senate Bill 1, experts expect schools to gain up to 21 more instructional days. Further, the portfolio component is criticized for being too subjective. Senate Bill 1 will remove the portfolio from being graded but will require teachers to correct the writing samples so that children and parents can see progress. With Sen-

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Bill Herbaugh 1947-2008

Bill Herbaugh, 61, of Battletown, passed away Saturday March 8, 2008 from injuries suffered in a tractor accident on Cedar Flat Road near Battletown. He worked at Riverside Stone Company in Wolf Creek and a deacon at Cold Spring Baptist Church. A U.S. Air Force Veteran of the Vietnam War and an avid Motorcycle Enthusiast. He was preceded in death by his father, Robert Lloyd Herbaugh. He is survived by his wife, Joyce Herbaugh, his daughter, Vicky Thornhill of Orlinda, Tenn., his son, John C. (Brenda) Herbaugh of Glendive, Mont. and his step-son, Shane Potter, of Billings, Mont., and by his mother, Molly Mays Herbaugh of Union Star; two sisters, Elsie Rose Poole of Union Star and Judith (David) Barnes of Montville, Ohio; two brothers Harold Lloyd (Marie) Herbaugh of Gladstone, Ill. and Melvin Herbaugh of Webster, Ky.; 11 grandchildren, Amanda Marie (Seth) King, Joseph Charles (Cara) Herbaugh, Marissa Rhiann Herbaugh, Taylor William Herbaugh, Hunter Clark Herbaugh, Conner John Herbaugh, Brittany Nicole Thornhill, TeriLyn Mercedes Thornhill, Tyffani Potter, Ashley Nunberg and Andy Powell; four great-grandchildren, Kileaka Kay Lynne Chism, Ezra Marie Chism, Rylie King and Callie Herbaugh. Funeral services were held at noon Thursday from Cold Spring Baptist Church in Battletown, Ky. with Rev. Stewart Skaggs officiating. Burial followed in the Kentucky Veterans Cemetery Central in Radcliff, Ky. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the Cold Spring Baptist Church Van Fund. Online condolences may be sent to www.bjsfunerals.com

Louise C. Arflin 1924-2008 Louise C. Arflin, 84, of Radcliff, Ky., died Thursday, March 6, 2008 at North Hardin Health and Rehabilitation Center in Radcliff, Ky. Mrs. Arflin retired in 1989 from the Fort Knox Federal Credit Union. She has been a member of Mill Creek Baptist Church in Radcliff since 1969. From 1988 until 1995 she was treasurer for the Radcliff Baseball/Softball Association. She was preceded in death by her parents, Phenie Keeney and John Harmon Carner, six brothers, Richard B., Cecil, Hampton, Fred “Jake”, Howard “Sam” and James W. “J.W.” Carner; and two sisters, Flora Egbert and Robbie Bugg. She is survived by her husband of over 49 years, Tracy T. “Tom” Arflin of Radcliff; a son, Tracy Thomas Arflin II and his wife Sharon of Radcliff, Ky.; a grandson, Matthew Thomas Arflin of Louisville; five nephews, Jim Bugg, James Carner and John H. Carner all of Princeton, Ky., David Carner of Bowling Green, Ky. and Steve Carner of Paducah, Ky.; three nieces, Carolyn Egbert, Ann Wood and Martha Jane Bingham all of Princeton. The funeral service was held at 3:30 p.m. Monday, March 10 at Mill Creek Baptist Church with Rev. John Walker officiating. Burial will be in the North Hardin Memorial Gardens in Radcliff, Ky. Expressions of Sympathy may take the form of contributions to Radcliff Baseball/Softball Organization, 333 N. Logsdon Parkway, Radcliff, KY 40160. The guest register may be signed at www.nebfh.com.

Robert Charles Franklin Black Jr. 1940-2008

Robert Charles Franklin Black Jr., 68, of Radcliff, Ky., died Friday, March 7, 2008 at Hardin Memorial Hospital, Elizabethtown, Ky. Master Sgt. Black retired from the U. S. Army and earned a Bronze Star and an Army Commendation Medal while serving in Vietnam. He was an honorable Kentucky Colonel. He also worked at Lowes of Louisville for 16 years as assistant manager. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Marianne Black of Radcliff; two sons, Franklin C. (Cathy) Black of Sims, N.C. and Robert Charles (Juliet) Black of Louisville; two daughters, Debra (John) Smith of Radcliff and Dana Black of Elizabethtown, Ky.; two brothers, Donald L. Woods and Jerry E. Woods both of Waynesburg, Pa.; two sisters, Darlene Shepley of Jefferson, Pa. and Dorothy Foster of Waynesburg, Pa.; and four grandchildren, Robert Alexander Charles Black, Christopher Charles Smith, Jeremy Charles Black and Cameron Black. There was a memorial service on Thursday, March 13, at Nelson-Edelen-Bennett Funeral Home in Radcliff, Ky. with U. S. Army Chaplain officiating. Burial followed at the Kentucky Veterans Cemetery Central in Radcliff with military honors. The guest register may be signed at www.nebfh.com.

Richard Edmond Tharpe 1929-2008

Richard Edmond Tharpe, 79, of Radcliff, Ky. died Sunday, Feb. 24, 2008 at his home. Chief Warrant Officer (Ret.) Tharpe served 30 years in the U.S. Army. He served in the Korean and Vietnam Conflicts earning four Bronze Stars, Combat Serviceman’s Badge, Meritorious Service Medal and a Purple Heart. He is survived by his wife, Waltraud H. Tharpe of Radcliff, Ky.; a son and daughter-in-law, Johnnie H. and Kathleen S. Tharpe of Berlin, Germany; two daughters and sons-in-law, Linda J. and Bernard M. Aldrich of Port St. Lucie, Fla. and Diane K. and Robert C. Eagin of Radcliff, Ky.; a brother Hugh Doyle Tharpe of Killeen, Tex.; two sisters, Mary R. Standridge and Peggy J. Abbott both of Knoxville, Tenn.; 10 grandchildren, Michael Tharpe of Rineyville, Ky., David Tharpe of Mt. Washington, Ky., Ashley Aldrich of Louisville, Mike Aldrich of Owensboro, Ky., Nick Aldrich, Jenna Aldrich and Holly Aldrich all of Port St. Lucie, Fla., John Eagin of Lexington, David Eagin of Bowling Green, Ky. and Mark Eagin of Radcliff, Ky. and six great-grandchildren. The funeral service was held in Knoxville, Tenn. with full military honors. Nelson-Edelen-Bennett Funeral Home was in charge of local arrangements. The guest register may be signed at www.nebfh.com.

OBITUARIES

Friday, March 14, 2008

Deloris Jean “Jeannie” Burden 1947-2008 Deloris Jean “Jeannie” Burden, 61, of Battletown, Ky. passed away Monday March 10, 2008 at her home. She was born April 29, 1946 in Wolf Creek, Ky. to the late Ben Curl, Sr. and Eula Lia Holton Curl. She was preceded in death by 10 brothers and sisters. She is survived by her husband Clifton Burden, Jr.; two daughters, Susie (Rob) Swink of Stephensport, Ky. and Marie (Jimmy) Popham of Rhodelia, Ky.; four grandchildren, Katie Leblanc, Sarah Leblanc, Patrick Popham and Melissa Popham; and three brothers, Ben Curl, Jr. of Wolf Creek, Hubert Curl of Brandenburg and Billy Curl of Wolf Creek, Ky. The funeral service was held Wednesday, March 12, 2008 at 11 A.M. from the chapel of Bruington-JenkinsSturgeon Funeral Home. Expressions of sympathy may be made to Hospice of Central Kentucky. Online condolences my be made at www.bjsfunerals.com

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Hiram Edward Blubaugh 1921-2008 Hiram Edward Blubaugh, 87, of Radcliff, Ky., formerly of Indiana, died Tuesday, March 11, 2008 at Hardin Memorial Hospital in Elizabethtown, Ky. He was an Army Veteran serving in World War II. He retired from Pillsbury. He was preceded in death by two sons, Edward Chester Blubaugh and Charles Edward Blubaugh; a brother, Elmo Blubaugh; and his parents, Chester and Laura Blubaugh. He is survived by two daughters, Laura Potts of Radcliff, Ky. and Rebecca Brown of Lebanon, Ind.; one son, Robert Blubaugh of Danville, Ind; 13 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. The funeral service was held at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 13, at Nelson-Edelen-Bennett Funeral Home in Vine Grove, Ky. with Pastor Richard Johnson officiating. Burial will be in the St. Mary Cemetery in New Albany, Ind. The guest register may be signed at www.nebfh.com.

Martha Curtis Favinger 1929-2008 Martha Curtis Favinger, 79, formerly of Radcliff, Ky., died Saturday, March 8, 2008 at Windsor Gardens Nursing Home in Bardstown, Ky. She was a member of the Retired Officers Association of Fort Knox and a member of Rineyville Baptist Church. She is survived by three daughters, Gwendolyn Stasel of Bardstown, Ky., Susanne Vaughn of Rineyville, Ky., and Pamela Ruth Chaney of Manassas, Virg.; two sons, Steven Curtis Favinger of Oil Springs, Ky. and Michael Dean Favinger of Ocean City, NJ; three sisters, Fran Walters, Julia Ettman, Becky Paschal; a brother, Bill Curtis; nine grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. The funeral is at 11 a.m. Wednesday, at Nelson-Edelen-Bennett Funeral Home in Radcliff, Ky. Entombment will be in the North Hardin Memorial Gardens in Radcliff, Ky. Expressions of Sympathy may take the form of contributions to Hospice of Nelson County. The guest register may be signed at www.nebfh. com. Nelson-Edelen-Bennett Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Florence M. Padgett 1938-2008 Florence M. Padgett, 70, of Radcliff, Ky., died Sunday, March 9, 2008 at her home. She was a nursery attendant at Fort Knox and Radcliff United Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dennis E. Padgett. She is survived by two daughters, Callie (Scott) Farr of Grand Prairie, Texas and Wanda (Roger) Kerns of Hopkinsville, Ky.; three sons, Dennis R. Padgett of Panama City Beach, Fla., Frankie Padgett of Louisville and Sidney (Charla) Padgett of Urbana, Ill.; 11 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. The funeral service was held at 2 p.m. Thursday, March 13, at Nelson-Edelen-Bennett Funeral Home in Radcliff, Ky. with the Rev. Arthur S. Leach officiating. Burial was in the North Hardin Memorial Gardens in Radcliff, Ky. Expressions of Sympathy may take the form of contributions to the Senior Center Radcliff United Methodist Church., P. O. Box 656, Radcliff KY 40159- 0656. Condolences may be expressed online at www.nebfh. com.

William Albert Murray 1918-2008 William Albert Murray, 90 of Radcliff, Ky., died Saturday, March 8, 2008 at Hardin Memorial Hospital, Elizabethtown, Ky. He retired from the Army after 28 years and retired from The City of Radcliff Recreation department. Mr. Murray was a deacon at Mill Creek Baptist Church, helped anyone and volunteered his time and funds to many charitable causes. He grew the most beautiful garden, sharing his vegetables and apples with everyone. He was preceded in death by his wife, Gladys Murray. He is survived by three sons, David Allen Murray of Radcliff, Ky., James Albert Murray of Sandy, UT, and John William Murray of Tampa, Fla.; two granddaughters, Shannon Murray and Caitlin Murray; and two grandsons, James Jeffery Murray and John Allen Murray. The funeral is at 11 a.m. today, March 14, at Mill Creek Baptist Church, in Radcliff, Ky. with Dr. James Shaw officiating. Burial will be in the North Hardin Memorial Gardens in Radcliff, Ky. The guest register may be signed at www.nebfh.com.

Meade County ChurchListings Bethel/Muldraugh Methodist Church 120 Bethel Church Rd, Brandenburg 270-422-4501

Big Springs Baptist Church

Helping Hands Ministry 2615 Brandenburg Rd, Brandenburg 270-422-1819

Higher Encounters Ministries

755 Big Springs Rd, Ekron 270-828-3844

5280 Old Mill Rd, Brandenburg 270-828-5443

Brandenburg Church of Christ

Hill Grove Baptist Church

Brandenburg, Ky 270-422-3878

55 Ammons Lane, Guston 270-422-1837

Brandenburg Church of God

Hill Grove Church of Christ

1 Howard Drive, Brandenburg 270-422-5488

Rt. 1, Guston 270-828-2110

Brandenburg United Methodist Church 215 Broadway, Brandenburg 270-422-2810

Buck Grove Baptist Church

Hill Grove Church of God of Prophecy 4005 Shumate Rd, Ekron 270-828-8770

Holy Trinity Episcopal Church

255 Buck Grove Rd, Ekron 270-828-2717

319 Oaklawn Rd, Brandenburg 270-422-3721

Canaanland Ministries Inc.

Macedonia Christian Church

674 D.E. Brown Rd, Brandenburg 270-422-1087

Battletown, Ky 282-7288

Cedar Grove Bible Methodist Church

Meade County Baptist Temple

Old Mill Rd, Brandenburg 270-422-8095

636 Broadway, Brandenburg 270-422-4066

Church of the Nazarene

Meade County General Baptist Church

713 Old State Rd, Brandenburg 270-422-4691

2240 New Highland Church Rd, Brandenburg 270-422-2739

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints

Muldraugh Baptist Church

Old Ekron Rd, Brandenburg 270-422-3656

P.O. Box 397, Muldraugh 502-942-3886

Cold Spring Baptist Church

Muldraugh Church of Jesus Christ of United Baptist

4997 Battletown Rd, Battletown 270-497-4500

Community Baptist Church 3770 Old Mill Rd, Brandenburg 270-828-6500

Ekron Baptist Church

910 Rock Haven Rd, Brandenburg 270-828-3140

New Brandenburg Baptist Church 115 Baptist Church Lane, Brandenburg 270-422-3389

2775 Hayesville Rd, Ekron 270-422-2958

New Highland Baptist Church

First Baptist Church

1665 Payneville Rd, Brandenburg 270-422-3033

338 High Street, Brandenburg 270-422-3355

Full Gospel Church of God 303 Smith Rd, Ekron 270-828-8107

Glad Tidings Christian Center 485 Bypass Rd, Brandenburg 270-422-2020

Gospel Fellowship 1794 Rhodelia Rd, Payneville 270-496-4311

Grace Baptist Church 7691 Hwy 60, Ekron 270-828-2333

Guston Baptist Church Guston, Ky 270-547-5505

Guston Missionary Baptist Church 14110 Hwy 60, Guston 270-547-7703

Patterson Memorial Presbyterian Church 100 Newton Rd, Guston 270-547-7283

Pentacostal Church of God 829 Old State Rd, Brandenburg 270-422-2478

Salem Baptist Church 5286 Old State Rd, Brandenburg 270-4242-1399

St. John the Apostle Catholic Church 491 E. Broadway, Brandenburg 270-422-2196

Weldon Christian Church 1595 Christian Church, Brandenburg 502-635-7515

Zion Grove Baptist Church 209 West First Street, Ekron 270-828-3939

Friday, March 14, 2008

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Senior Citizen Celebration

Brianna Mae Sturgeon Brian and Mandy Sturgeon of Rhodelia are proud to announce the birth of their daughter Brianna Mae. Brianna was born December 31, 2007 at 7:41 pm at Hardin Memorial Hospital. She weighed 8lbs 12oz and was 19’ long. Brianna is the granddaughter of Jeff & Gina Swink of Rhodelia and Ricky and Barbara Sturgeon of Payneville. She was welcomed home by her family and friends.

The Boot Scootin’ Granny’s turn up their heals listening to one of their favorite bands, ‘Just One of the Herd’. The senior citizens organized another great St. Patrick’s Day dance and celebration held last Tueday. Dancers from L to R: Jane England from Indiana originally from Meade County, Jessie Edge from Guston, Gladys St. Clair from Guston, Peggy Thompson from Brandenburg.

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Bryce Belt

Two-and-a-half year old Bryce Belt, the son of Terri and Troy Belt, is suffering from leukemia. He is presently in the hospital, and his parents need help paying for his medical bills. All donations would be greatly appreciated. If you would like to help out this family there is an account set up at First Federal Savings Bank, and the account is under Bryce and Troy Belt. Thanks goes to everyone for what doing they can to help out Bryce and his parents.

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FRIDAY, MARCH 14

Every Friday Vine Grove Community Center, 300 West Main Street will have free Bluegrass and old-time music jam, from 6 to 10 p.m., come play or listen. Open to public, no amplifiers or alcohol allowed. For more information call 877-2422.

SATURDAY, MARCH 15

Benefit Auction will be held 5 p.m., at the Wolf Creek Fire Department. 100 percent of proceeds goes to cancer patient Jeanie Burden. For more information call Pat 497-4373 or Kathy 497-4413. Every Saturday night from 7 to 10 p.m., Payneville Baptist Church will have free movies, popcorn and games. Everyone welcome. For more information, call, 496-4446 or 496-4635. Yu-Gi-Oh Card Tournament will be held at the Meade County Public Library, 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Greek Pasta Salad Submitted by Jorena D. Faulkner To submit your own recipe, email, jorena@thenewsstandard.com Is an early spring trip to Greece out of the question? Bring the taste of Athens to your home with this delicious Greek Pasta Salad. Toted as having one of the healthiest diets in the Mediterranean, the cuisine of Greece is flavored with the influence of Italian, Balkan and Middle Eastern cultures. Greek cuisine differs from the mainland and from island to island, but wherever you travel in Greece, you will find that fresh, local produce, olives and cheese are always in season. Olive oil is used in most every dish. This Greek influenced dish once again takes from the Italians, utilizing pasta instead of the standard green, leafy lettuce generally found in an authentic Greek salad. Greek Pasta Salad

1 – 1 lb. box thin spaghetti 1 – lemon 1/3 – thinly sliced red bell pepper 1/3 – thinly sliced yellow bell pepper 1/3 – thinly sliced orange bell pepper sliced 1/3 – thinly sliced small red onion 1 – 6 oz. tub Greek Style (herb) crumbled feta cheese

* Note: If you cannot find herb feta, you can use traditional crumbled feta cheese and add 1/2 tbs garlic, 1/2 tbs parsley and generous fresh cracked black pepper. 8-10 whole pepperoncini peppers 1 – cup whole kalamata olives (pitted) * Note: You can substitute whole, pitted black olives for the kalamata if preferred. 1 – cup grated Parmesan cheese 3/4 – cup extra virgin olive oil Cook 1 lb. pasta according to directions on package, drain and place into large bowl. Add: Thinly sliced orange, red and yellow bell pepper, red onion, feta cheese, pepperoncini peppers, olives, Parmesan cheese, olive oil and the juice of one whole lemon. Mix well. Salt and pepper to taste. Serve with bruschetta (garlic rubbed fresh bread drizzled with extra virgin olive oil and toasted).

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SUNDAY, MARCH 16

Indian Arrow Head and Artifact Show 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Flaherty Firehouse. For more information call, Marion Ray 828-3001.

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MONDAY, MARCH 17

1-2-3- Magic Parenting Classes will be held the Meade County Public Library at 6 p.m.

TUESDAY, MARCH 18

Teen Movie Night 5:30 p.m., at the Meade County Public Library. David T. Wilson reports cards Stuart Pepper Middle School Fort Knox Choral Festival. Story Time at the Meade County Public Library 10:30 a.m.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 19

Ekron Elementary report cards. Healthcare Provider CPR Certification Course 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the EMS Training Center, 245 Atwood Street, Corydon, Ind.

Rita Moore, Agent • Kristin Barger, CSR 270.422.7200 Please visit us in our new location! 745 High Street • Brandenburg (down the street from Brandenburg City Hall)

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THURSDAY, MARCH 20

National Active and Retired Federal Employees will be meeting 1 p.m., at the Brandenburg United Methodist Church. Speaker will be Ron Dodson on procedures in an emergency situation. Please bring an item for the silent auction for Alzheimer’s. Everyone encouraged to attend. For more information call 422-3935. Melt Down Meade County Proteins and Carbs. Meade County Cooperative Extension Office 6 p.m. Flaherty Elementary SBDM council meeting, 4:30 p.m., in the library. Meade County Equine Society will meet at the food court, 7 p.m. Everyone welcome to attend. For more information call 497-4349 or 497-4636. Maundy Thursday communion service will be held at the Brandenburg United Methodist Church, 7 p.m.

FRIDAY, MARCH 21

Every Friday, Vine Grove Community Center, 300 West Main Street will have free Bluegrass and old-time music jam, from 6 to 10 p.m., come play or listen. Open to public, no amplifiers or alcohol allowed. For more information call 877-2422.

SATURDAY, MARCH 22

Every Saturday night from 7 to 10 p.m., Payneville Baptist Church will have free movies, popcorn and games. Everyone welcome. For more information call 496-4446 or 496-4635. Saturday Family Movie Meade County Public Library, 1 p.m.

VFW Post 11404 - March 770 Meade County Veterans Memorial By-Pass Sunday

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By Jorena D. Faulkner jorenafaulkner@thenewsstandard.com

The definition of Man Chair â&#x20AC;&#x201D; as prominently displayed just above a rather comfortable, overstuffed recliner at locally owned Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve Been Framed â&#x20AC;&#x201D; is: The chair set forth by the owner of the establishment to represent an area for relaxation for men while the person in charge makes her decision on mat colors, frame style and layout of art work. It is highly recommended that the man stay relaxed and quiet until his part of the transaction (the bill) is due. Don Hilton knows where the key to a successful business lies. Not only has Hilton found an untapped and much needed community service in the framing business, but he and business partner Steve Beckham â&#x20AC;&#x201D; owner of Becks Mini Mall at the same location â&#x20AC;&#x201D; have created a one-stop-

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Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve Been Framed owner Don Hilton says Meade County is a creative â&#x20AC;&#x153;gold mine.â&#x20AC;? shopping experience for customers that covers everything from framing, display cases and aerial photography, to trophies, plaques, engraving and made-to-order tee-shirts. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We complement each otherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s businesses,â&#x20AC;? Hilton said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We do a lot of collab-

oration between Steve and I. If Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got a picture frame that I need a brass plate for, I can say â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;hey Steve, can you help me out with the brass plate for the picture.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; If he has something that needs to be framed â&#x20AC;Ś well hey, thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s me.â&#x20AC;? Hilton, originally from

Florida, started framing as an Airborne Ranger with the U.S. Army. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I started this for the younger soldiers,â&#x20AC;? Hilton said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I did it in a way that they could afford to do it. That was my goal â&#x20AC;&#x201D; to allow the younger soldiers to be able to afford something that everybody else could get that was higher ranking. And thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s how it started.â&#x20AC;? When Hilton retired from service, he realized that there was a real need for his craft in the community. By June 2006, he had opened Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve Been Framed at 1270 C. Old Ekron Road in Brandenburg. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I retired out of Fort Knox and said yeah, (Brandenburg) is a great place to hang your hat,â&#x20AC;? Hilton said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a great town. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m having a ball here.â&#x20AC;? It didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t hurt that there were no other businesses offering framing services in town. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You know, I was told a

long time ago, when you enter a bull into the fair and you have the only bull â&#x20AC;&#x201D; youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re probably gonna get a ribbon,â&#x20AC;? Hilton said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re the only ones here, but we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t take that for granted. You should always take care of these folks and never take them for granted. Ever.â&#x20AC;? Beckham â&#x20AC;&#x201D; also a retired veteran â&#x20AC;&#x201D; joined forces with Hilton in January 2007. Both Hilton and Beckham place top priority on customer satisfaction, and enjoy talking to their customers and getting the stories and history behind each piece. â&#x20AC;&#x153;All of the work we do is special to us,â&#x20AC;? Hilton said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Each customer, each project, is special. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s what we want to convey here â&#x20AC;&#x201D; that each item brought to us is special.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve heard so much in here about the history of these pieces â&#x20AC;Ś the history of the town,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The folks in town, we call (the business) â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Floyds Barber-

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shop.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; We get to talk about everything. We have a good time with it.â&#x20AC;? Aside from enjoying the community interaction, Hilton feels blessed to be able to do what he loves for a living. He enjoys his craft and is often amazed by the seemingly endless pool of local talent that utilizes his services. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re on a gold mine in a creative way, and Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m not talking monetarily â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m talking in a strictly creative and artsy way â&#x20AC;&#x201D; right here in Brandenburg,â&#x20AC;? Hilton said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s what itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s about. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s about the community and thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s what this is all about. If I can be a conduit for (art), then Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m all for it.â&#x20AC;? Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve Been Framed offers a multitude of specialty framing services, display cases and aerial photography. For more information visit www.ybframed.com, or contact Don Hilton at 422-5553 or e-mail frames@ybframed. com.

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Flash Flood Safety Tips Flash floods and floods are the #1 storm related killer in Kentucky and across the United States.

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Bill Smith, retired owner of Smith Auto Supply, poses for a changing of hands to long-time owner, employee and friend Jon Pirtle. Combined automotive experience of 79 years.

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â&#x20AC;˘ If caught outside, go to higher ground immediately! Avoid small rivers or streams, low spots, culverts, or ravines. â&#x20AC;˘ Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t try to walk through flowing water more than ankle deep. It only takes six inches of water to knock you off your feet. â&#x20AC;˘ Do not allow children to play around streams, drainage ditches, or viaducts, storm drains, or other flooded areas. RE/MAXÂŽ

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33 years later, who has been behind the counter at Smith Auto Supply for 16 years, and will continue with the new owner, Jon Pirtle, Jr.

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28 years and Billâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 51 years of automotive experience have been a winning combination, as evidenced by their military, industrial and do-ityourself customers. Speaking of experience, when you walk in the door at the Carquest store, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s still a Smith behind the counter. That little three-year-old in the clownâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s suit in the 1974 fair parade is Craig Smith,

â&#x20AC;˘ If Driving, DO NOT DRIVE THROUGH FLOODED AREAS! Even if it looks shallow enough to cross. The majority of deaths due to flooding are from people driving through flooded areas. Water only one foot deep and displace 1500 pounds! Two feet of water can easily carry most vehicles. Roadways concealed by floodwaters may not be intact.

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Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been a â&#x20AC;&#x153;Changing of the guardâ&#x20AC;? at Smith Auto Supply, your local Carquest Auto Parts store. Bill Smith retired Jan. 1, 2008, leaving his former partner, Jon Pirtle, Jr., as the sole owner. The business began in Payneville, Ky. in 1934 as Roy M. Smithâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Garage. The fullservice shop serviced cars, trucks and farm tractors, and rebuilt wrecked cars. Bill and Cecil Smith joined their dad as partners in the business, and began selling auto parts to garages, service stations and car dealers throughout Meade County and Irvington, as well as continuing full-service repair. The Smiths moved their business to Brandenburg in January, 1961. Smith Auto Supply was the first auto parts store in Meade County. The tornado of 1974 completely destroyed the building, leaving only the concrete floor. All of the auto parts inventory was in one huge pile in the middle of the floor with no roof. Then it rained for three days. Thanks to building and inventory insurance,

and lots of help from the warehouses who supplied the Smiths with auto parts, within two weeks they were back in business in a temporary building. In the meantime, the Smiths contracted for a new and larger auto parts building to be built on the very spot were the tornado destroyed the old building. Their entry in the Meade County Fair parade in 1974 was a little cardboard car built on a wagon, towed by Billâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s seven-year old son, Cliff, driving a lawn tractor and Billâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s three-year old son, Craig, in the car â&#x20AC;&#x201D; both kids wearing clown costumes. The car had a sign on the sides that said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not clowning around, Smith Auto Supply is coming back to town!â&#x20AC;? They were the first business to build back in Brandenburg. The store is affiliated with Carquest Auto Parts, a national distribution program of auto, truck and industrial parts and supplies. Jon Pirtle, Jr., went to work for Cecil and Bill Smith in 1979 and had been employed there 17 years, when Cecil retired in 1996 and Jon bought his half of the business. Jonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

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2015 Bypass Road, Brandenburg, KY

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DIRECTIONS: From Elizabethtown, KY, travel U.S. Hwy 31 W N. and turn left onto 1638. Turn slight right onto KY 448. Turn left onto KY 1051 (Bypass Road). Property on left. Signs posted.

AUCTIONEERS NOTE: RE/MAX Group Auctioneers have been commissioned to sell this Retail Sales/Office Building and vacant lot rain or shine at public auction on Saturday, March 22nd at 10 am. Come prepared to bid and buy. TERMS REAL ESTATE: A 10% buyerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s premium will be added to the final bid price to determine the total sales price. 15% of the total purchase price down on Auction day. Sale #1 - Buyer will be required to pay $10,000.00 of the 15% down in the form of a cashiers check. Sale #2 - Buyer will be required to pay $5,000.00 of the 15% down in the form of a cashiers check. The balance being due with the deed within 30 days or less. The 2008 Real Estate Taxes will be Prorated between the buyer and seller to date of closing. SALE #1: Retail Sales/Office building will be landlord possession with deed within 30 days or less from day of auction. SALE #2: Vacant land possession with deed within 30 days or less of auction. For more information call Will Thompson, Auction Coordinator at 270-769-1655 or 1-800-624-1782 or e-mail at willthompson@auctiongroups.com

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SALE #2: RE/MAX Group Auctioneers will offer at absolute auction this commercial lot consisting of 0.86 +/- acres.

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STOCKS OF LOCAL INTEREST Quotes effective as of close of market Tuesday, March 11, 2008

SELLING: SALE #1: RE/MAX Group Auctioneers will offer at Auction a 1.34 +/- acre lot with 22,630 +/- sq. ft. brick retail sales/office building with 46 parking spaces. Property has city water and natural gas. Zoned C2 Commercial. Some suites leased, some suites vacant, current annual rent is $92,033.28.

SALE #2: ABSOLUTE AUCTION COMMERCIAL LOT

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RIGHT: Rocklin Heath is all smiles with excitement in celebration of her new business.

SALE #1: RETAIL SALES/OFFICE BUILDING

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The Finde It Shoppe, at 520 East Broadway in Brandenburg, held an open house and ribbon cutting ceremony on Tuesday, March 11 at noon. Brandenburg Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Russ Powell was on-hand to assist owner Rocklin Heath with the ribbon cutting. Refreshments, homemade barbeque, sandwiches, muffins and brownies were served to attendees of the event, and a drawing was held to give away a life-sized doll.

AGRICULTURE

Friday, March 14, 2008

The News Standard - A7

Coming year could be challenge for cattle producers By Laura Skillman UK Department of Agriculture

OWENSBORO, Ky., — Kentucky’s beef industry has enjoyed nine profitable years, but 2008 could be a challenge. Higher feed costs are pushing cattle prices down while inputs costs are rising, putting the squeeze on profits, says an agricultural economist with the University of Kentucky College of Agriculture. Economist Kenny Burdine said he expects fed cattle will average near 2007 levels which were very strong. But feeder cattle prices will be strongest in the spring and production costs are going to be a challenge. “I think it’s going to be the good producers making money in 2008,” he said. Traditionally, cattle prices are impacted by cattle numbers. Pricing generally is cyclical with several years of high prices encouraging farmers to add to their herds, which leads to larger cattle numbers and lower prices. The cycle switches as lower prices cause farmers to stop expanding and tighten their herds. But other factors have stepped in to affect profitability and slow the expansion process.

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Higher feed costs are putting the squeeze on profits making it hard on local beef farmers near and far, writes Laura Skillman of the UK College of Agriculture. Drought impacted 40 to 45 percent of beef cattle herds in 2006 and set the stage for short hay supplies this year. A lot of hay was shipped to the West leaving relatively low supplies in this state going into 2007. Then the drought hit here and several other southeastern states, affecting 20 to 25 percent of beef numbers.

“Over half of the beef herd was impacted by drought in the past 18 months, and that had a real impact on numbers,” Burdine said. “In addition, because of (the lack of) forage production, we had the lowest hay stocks in more than a decade. As a result, the cost of maintaining cows went up about 50 percent this winter, even with

alternative feeds.” With high feed costs and short feed supplies, producers sent more cows and lighter weight calves to market this fall and winter. As a result, Kentucky’s beef cow numbers are down about 4 percent from a year ago. “In what traditionally should have been our third year of expansion, we’ve

4-H Capitol Experience exposes youth to legislative process By Carole Goodwin CEA for 4-H and Youth Development

helping shape the leaders of tomorrow. Many of the current legislative leaders are a testimony to this as they are 4-H alumni. Programs offered through 4-H work to strengthen leadership skills in youth, and Capitol Experience is no exception. By participating in the program, youth can learn valuable leadership skills and receive insight into the state government through conversing with government officials, viewing a legislative session and participating in educational tours to locations such as the Governor’s mansion, Capitol or Kentucky History Museum. Youth will learn about and may even participate

4-H’ers, Brian Chism, Josh Metten, Aurora Laslie and Amber Kessinger along with volunteers and University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service 4-H Agents from across the state will converge on Frankfort March 19 to learn about the inner workings of Kentucky’s state government, meet their legislators and tour political and historical buildings during 4-H: A Capitol Experience. Capitol Experience was designed to teach 4-H’ers about government and the process of political change. 4-H is in the business of

in the process of political change. Many times, youth will get to ask their local legislators questions and discuss issues that involve youth, education and local communities. Not only is this a great opportunity for youth, but it is a testimony to state legislators of the effectiveness of 4-H. State government officials will see the impact 4-H has on the thousands of people that attend this event each year. 4-H: A Capitol Experience is a great way for youth to learn more about our state, its leaders and government. This experience will be many of the youths’ first trip to the Capitol and first glimpse into government

and the political process. Having a strong understanding of state government can help youth grow and mature to be informed, active members of their community. The event may even inspire some participants to become interested in a career in politics or more actively involved in their local governments. Counties itineraries can vary depending on which activities youth, volunteers and agents have decided to include in the Capitol Experience. For more information about the program or the local itinerary, contact the Meade County Cooperative Extension Service at 422-4958.

Meade County 4-H’er wins at Beef Expo By Carole Goodwin CEA for 4-H and Youth Development

showing livestock and believe me you would think she has been doing this all her life. At the Expo Kaylee won 1st place in her class of Shorthorns and then returned to the ring to be named the Grand Champion Kentucky

Kaylee Compton, daughter of Tammy and Kevin Compton made a big showing at the Beef Expo. This is Kaylee’s second year in

Owned Shorthorn. This wasn’t her only accomplishment, she also placed 1st in her class with her market heifer and 3rd place overall with her market heifer. Then she came back with a cross bred steer and Chi-

Kentuckiana Livestock Market - Owensboro, KY Market Report per CWT for Monday, March 10, 2008 % Lean 75-80 80-85 85-90

Weight 900-1735 850-1440 800-1200

Weights 1690-2025

Price 48.00-53.00 44.00-48.00 36.00-42.00

Carcass Boning % 78-79

High Dressing 53.50 53.00 No report

Low Dressing 43.50-45.00 29.00-32.50

Price 50.00-52.00

Head 2 4 6

Feeder Steers Medium and Large 1-2 Wt Range Avg Wt Price Range 300-400 342 116.00 500-600 559 97.00 600-700 658 90.00-97.00

Avg Price 116.00 97.00 91.23

17 10 20 4 2

Feeder Heifers Medium and Large 1-2 300-400 362 98.00-106.00 400-500 468 93.50-100.00 500-600 546 85.00-91.50 600-700 649 81.00-85.00 900-1000 970 64.00

100.48 96.64 88.43 83.89 64.00

4 4 8 5

Feeder Heifers Medium and Large 2 200-300 280 90.00-93.00 300-400 355 87.00-87.50 400-500 449 82.00-92.00 500-600 579 64.00-85.00

92.24 87.37 84.79 71.19

Baby Calves: Beef baby: 155.00-176.00 per head

Feeder Heifers Medium and Large 2 200-300 252 86.00-93.00

88.98

14 7 11 3 2

Feeder Bulls Medium and Large 1-2 300-400 351 111.00-117.00 400-500 480 109.00-111.00 500-600 534 97.00-108.00 600-700 620 95.50 700-800 715 86.50-87.50

114.28 109.68 104.86 95.50 86.99

Owensboro Grains Owensboro Market Report per bushel for Wednesday March 12, 2008

9 7 3

Feeder Bulls Medium and Large 2 400-500 441 83.00-94.50 600-700 655 71.50 700-800 768 71.00-73.50

Stock Cows Medium and Large 1-2: 5-7 year old cows, 7-8 months bred: 500.00-650.00 per head Aged Cows 375.00-475.00 per head Stock Cows and Calves: Cows 3-5 years old with50-100 lb. calves at side: 750.00-835.00 per pair

Soybeans Corn

87.23 71.50 71.81

ity, Burdine said. If ethanol profitability declines, corn demand will as well. With all the other factors affecting cattle producers today, cattle numbers aren’t likely to impact pricing much for the next couple of years, Burdine said. “If we start expanding the herd again, and I’m not sure we will, it will be two to three years before we see a lot of additional feeder cattle in the pipeline,” he said. “The challenge the next 12-18 months will be from rising grain and input prices and lingering hay shortages.” Rather than expand their cattle numbers, now may be the time for farmers to reassess some of their management practices, Burdine said. They may want to look for ways to become more efficient operators through such things as extended grazing and backgrounding systems to potentially improve their profitability.

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maine heifer placing in each division. Kaylee is already off and running for this show year. We congratulate you Kaylee for these great accomplishments and are proud to have you as part of the 4-H Livestock program.

seen some contraction, and we’ve actually stalled this cattle cycle,” Burdine said. “A lot of the old cattle cycles don’t apply in today’s market. We’re not following typical cycles. Normally we’d have 1-3 percent increases per year.” Small increases in cattle numbers are going to be overshadowed by international trade, grain prices and input costs to the point that there’s going to a lot less cyclical price changes in the market over the next few years. Prices are going to be more volatile from one year to the next. “Until things settle out, I think you’re going to see less certainty in prices year to year,” he said. “So far retail demand has remained strong, but that may change with fuel and heating costs squeezing consumers.” The high cost of feed doesn’t look to change in the next couple years, with the only real wildcard being ethanol profitabil-

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Building Permits 03/03/08 Josh Prevento, 578 Burnett Drive, Ekron, Ky., garage. 03/03/08 Pat Bevill, Guston Road, Guston Ky., single family dwelling $222.50 03/03/08 Vivian Bishop, 4555 Old Ekron Road, Ekron Ky., storage. 03/07/08 Allen Roth, 825 Ditto Lane, Vine Grove, Ky., pole barn.

Retail Food Establishment Report 03/04/08 31W BP Express-91% Food Service, 96% Retail. Followup from 02/19/08 and 02/26/08; No hair restraints worn in food prep area; cutting board at prep cooler in poor repair; build-up in tracks of deli cooler; build-up on fountain drink machine; build-up inside microwave; bin uncleaned where single serve lids are stored; dumpster lid not closed; outer opening unprotected-corrected; floors unclean in walk-in cooler; ceiling tiles in poor repair. 03/05/08 Battletown Elementary-95%, same day follow-up 100%. Dented can found-corrected immediately. 03/05/08 Payneville Elementary-98%. Dumpster lids open. 03/10/08 Beehive Assistant Living-99%.Build-up in freezers. 03/11/08 Stuart Pepper Middle School-95% Immediate follow-up 100%.Dented cans found-corrected immediately. 03/11/08 Rite Aid-93%, same day follow-up 98%. One-half gallon chocolate expired-voluntarily destroyed; paper towels stored on floor of storage room and retail area; water fountain observed with build-up.

Property Transfers Wavie C. Sharp and Sheri L. Sparks to Terence J. McKinernan and Lisa A. McKiernan, Lot 610 of Doe Valley Subdivision in Glenoaks section, deed tax $50. Jeremy L. Chapman and Jamie L. Chapman to Crystal Chapman, Lot 59 of Poplar Hill Estates. James Kevin Morgan and Rachel Morgan to James F. Morgan, Property in Meade County. James F. Morgan to Danny Morgan, Property in Meade County. James F. Morgan to Danny Morgan, Property in Meade County. Steve Taylor and Sherry Taylor and Robert Lee Rosengarn, Jr., to Joy Irene Hukle, Lot 10 of Twin Silvers Estates, deed tax $29.50. PGL Builders, LLC to Bobby Adams and Joyce Adams, Unit 19 Lakeview Condominium, deed tax $155. Ronald Felts, Sheri Felts, David R. Felts, Marcia Ellis, Dale Ellis, and Robert Felts to Amy E. Humphrey, 7.259 acres of Joyce Felts Farms, deed tax $34.50. Jeff Nott and Joyce Nott to James Hines, Lot #21 of Jennings Knob Subdivision. Richard A. Hicks Living Trust to Lawrence Reid, Lot 138 Doe Valley Subdivision in Audubon Woods Section, deed tax $4. Douglas Allen, Sr., Kimberly Ann Allen, Douglas Allen, Jr., and Crystal L. Allen to Ronald L. and Barbara J. Greenwell Trust by and through Barbara J. Greenwell, Trustee, Property in Meade County. Eric L. & Nicole J. Tachappat to Mark Allen Young and Bambi Sue Young, 35 Cherry Hill Road, Brandenburg, Ky., deed tax $188. Wells Fargo Bank, as Trustee for Option One Woodbridge Loan Trust 2004-1, Backed Certificates Series 2004-1 by and through Option One Mortgage Corporation and California Corporation as Attorney-in-Fact to Marty Claycomb, Lot 3-B of Staples and Brown Subdivision, deed tax $17. Meade County/Brandenburg Industrial Development Authority to Meade County Energy LLC, 104.410 acre tract located north of KY Highway 933 along the Ohio River. Randall and Jenny Hardesty to David V. Smith, Herbert D. Chaffin, and Charles P. Elliott, Tract 13 of Section 2 Green Valley. Bella Construction, LLC to Michael A. and Tammie K. Brown, 50 Ester Court Vine Grove, Ky., deed tax $155. Gary T. Powell and Deborah A. Powell to April Powell, Lot 32 of Springdale Subdivision. Jeff Nott and Joyce Nott to Gene Thompson, married, Lot 17, 19, 20, 26 and 27 of Doe Haven Subdivision. Frankie R. Blevins, Jr. to Jennifer M. Blevins, 1.656 acres in Meade County. Steve Redmon Construction to Jason M. Lamar and Julie Ann Lamar, Lot 4B of Meadow Glen Subdivision, deed tax $172.50. Land, Inc. and Michael W. Rouse and Dawn E. Rouse, Country Woods Estates Lot 9, deed tax $16.50. Michael Rouse and Dawn Rouse to Andrea Lynn Plaisane

and Timothy Plaisance, 725 Christian Church Road, Brandenburg, Ky., deed tax $92. Peggy L. Ferguson to Lynn S. Dinyes, 340 Christian Church Road, Brandenburg, Ky., deed tax $165. Stella Deutsch and Walter Deutsch to Armand I. Judah and Rebecca Sue Judah, Lot 509 of Doe Valley Subdivision in Havenwood Section, deed tax $8.

Brandenburg Police Reports 02/29/08 8:20 a.m. Dean Florek of Radcliff was north on the Bypass in a 2004 Ford Bus when she slowed for a vehicle that was turning. Heather Hodge of Vine Grove stated that she had just gotten off the cell phone when she was unable to stop her 1997 Chevy Monte Carlo from hitting Mr. Florek in the rear end. Ms. Hodge’s vehicle received moderate damage. Mr. Florek’s vehicle received minor damage. Report BPD08021 was filed by Officer Cox. 03/02/08 3:37 a.m. Andrea Edmonds of Brandenburg, was traveling on Kentucky 448 in a 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera, when she stated that she believes she fell asleep. Her vehicle collided into a utility pole. The vehicle was towed from the scene with minor damage. Report BPD08020 was filed by Officer Singleton. 03/06/08 11:53 a.m. Fred Zoehler of Brandenburg, stated that he ran off the shoulder of the road and was unable to get back on the road before running over a rock embankment. Mr. Zoehler’s 2001 Chevy Suburban was towed from the scene with severe damage. Report BPD08022 was filed by Officer Singleton. 03/06/08 7:40 p.m. William Frazier of Vine Grove, was stopped and about to make a left handed turn in his 2003 Ford pick-up when Jenny Hardesty of Payneville, did not see him and struck the rear end of Mr. Frazier with her 2004 Chrysler. Mr. Frazier’s vehicle was towed from the scene with moderate damage. Ms. Hardesty’s vehicle was towed from the scene with severe damage. Report BPD08023 was filed by Officer Young. 03/07/08 10:37 a.m. Wende Cole of Brandenburg, was traveling on High street in a 1996 Ford. When she put the vehicle in four wheel drive she lost control and slid into a ditch due to slick roads. The vehicle was towed from the scene with minor damage. Report BPD08024 was filed by Officer Young. 03/07/08 10:12 p.m. Zackary Noe of Brandenburg, was attempting to turn right onto Kentucky 1692 when he slid into an earth embankment due to slick roads. Mr. Noe’s 1993 GM Sonoma was towed from the scene with minor to moderate damages. Report BPD08025 was filed by Officer Whited. 03/10/08 5:20 p.m. Sarah Lewis of Brandenburg, stated that she was backing out of her parking spot in a 1996 Pontiac Bonneville, when a seventeen year old male from Vine Grove, came flying through the parking lot the wrong way and Ms. Lewis backed into his 1993 Chevy Silverado. The seventeen year old stated that he was not going fast at all. A witness stated that he was flying through the parking lot. Both vehicles received minor to moderate damage. Report BPD08028 was filed by Officer Whited.

Meade County Sheriff Department 02/23/08 7:24 p.m. Wesley McGuffey of Brandenburg, was traveling northbound on Allen road in a 2000 Ford Explorer five miles east of Brandenburg. Mr. McGuffey stated that he was trying to get his cell phone and lost control, struck an earth embankment, and overturned before coming to rest. The vehicle was towed from the scene with very severe damage. Report 08-0051 was filed by Officer Young. 02/28/08 8:26 a.m. Dalton Jantzen, Jr. of Payneville, was traveling south on Kentucky 1239, when entering a curve he hit a patch of ice and lost control. Mr. Jantzen’s 2003 Volkswagen Jetta went off the southbound side striking a fence owned by Homer Lee Richardson. The vehicle received minor damage. Report 08-0067 was filed by Officer Robinson. 02/28/08 3:34 p.m. Fred Cundiff of Brandenburg, was traveling east on Kentucky 1692 in a 2005 Ford Ranger. Mr. Cundiff stated that a 2002 Pontiac Grand Am started to pull onto Kentucky 1692 from Jordon avenue and he swerved off the roadway on the eastbound side to avoid striking the Pontiac. Mr. Cundiff’s vehicle went off of the roadway, and struck a culvert before coming to rest in a field. The vehicle was towed with minor to moderate damage. Report 08-0066 was filed

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02/29/08 8:05 a.m. Lawrence French of Elizabethtown, was slowing for stopped traffic on Kentucky 144, in a 2000 Chevy 2500 pick-up. A sixteen year old male of Guston, was behind Mr. French also slowing for traffic, in a 1998 Chevy Blazer. Dawn Block of Ekron, was in a 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlas behind the Chevy Blazer and struck it the rear causing the Chevy Blazer to strike Mr. French’s vehicle in the rear. Ms. Block’s vehicle was towed with moderate damage. Mr. French’s vehicle received minor to moderate damage. The sixteen year old’s vehicle was towed from the scene with minor to moderate damage. Report 08-0065 was filed by Officer Robinson. 03/01/08 7:16 p.m. Jason Brown of Payneville, was traveling eastbound on Kentucky 1638 in a 2007 Dodge, when he struck a deer. The vehicle was towed from the scene with minor to moderate damage. Report 08-0064 was filed by Officer Wright. 03/03/08 6:03 p.m. Deborah Huber of Elizabethtown, three miles south of Flaherty, was east on Kentucky 144, she was slowing to make a left hand turn in a 2000 Volkswagen. James Waters of Radcliff, was behind Ms. Huber in a 1991 Toyota and failed to slow down in time and struck the rear of Ms. Huber’s vehicle. Both vehicle’s received minor damage. Report 08-0063 was filed by Officer Wright. 03/04/08 5:56 p.m. Scott Rumple of Corydon, two miles south of Brandenburg, Indiana was north on Kentucky 448 in a 2000 Ford Explorer, when another vehicle made a sudden stop in front of him. Jacquelyn Stiltner of Ekron, was also northbound in a 2002 Honda when she hit her brakes they locked up and she slid into the rear of Mr. Rumple vehicle. Both vehicle’s received minor to moderate damage. Report 08-0068 was filed by Officer Stinebruner. 03/06/08 6:45 a.m. James Child of Louisville, was southbound in the slow lane of US 31W in a 1996 Toyota Avalon. When he attempted to change lanes he struck the right rear of a 2002 Honda Civic, driven by Shareena Smith of Elizabethtown. Both vehicle’s received minor damage. Report 08-0070 was filed by Officer McCubbin. 03/06/08 5:33 p.m. Darryl Hubbard of Vine Grove, was traveling south on Thompson lane in a 1999 Dodge. According to witnesses Mr. Hubbard failed to stop at the stop sign and entered the path of Christ Harris of Fort Knox. Mr. Harris’s 1990 Cadillac struck Mr. Hubbard’s vehicle. Mr. Harris’s vehicle was towed from the scene with moderate damage. Mr. Hubbard’s vehicle was towed from the scene with moderate to severe damage. Report 08-0077 was filed by Officer Wright. 03/07/08 7:30 a.m. Tracy Sipes of Ekron, was south on Kentucky 1600 in a 2006 Kia Sedona. Ms. Sipes’s lost control in a curve and slid into a 2006 Toyota Corolla driven by Patricia Fackler of Payneville. The road was snow covered at the time of accident. Both vehicle’s were towed from the scene with minor to moderate damage. Report 08-0071 was filed by Officer McCubbin. 03/07/08 8:46 a.m. Erika Saylor of Irvington, four Miles south of Midway, was northbound on Kentucky 79 when she rounded a curve and lost control of her 2005 Saturn Vue on the snow covered roadway. The vehicle spun leaving the roadway and striking a fence owned by Jackie Simmons. The vehicle received minor damage. Report 08-0072 was filed by Officer Cummings. 03/07/08 8:45 a.m. Eric Cooper of Vine Grove, two miles east of Flaherty, was east on Kentucky 1816 when he lost control of his 1998 Chevy Corsica in a curve on the snow covered roadway. He ran off the road and hit a fence owned by William Arnold. The vehicle received minor damage. Report 08-0073 was filed by Officer McCubbin.

District Court 02/27/08

Lydia Francis O’Banion, 40, alcohol intoxication in a public place 1st & 2nd-continued 04/09/08. Beau Sutton, 25, alcohol intoxication in a public place 1st & 2ndcontinued 03/11/08. Harold Lee Creek, Jr., 26, carrying a concealed deadly weapon-dismissed without prejudice; possess open alcohol beverage container in a motor vehicle-pled guilty, fine $25 plus costs. Kina Rhea Lucas, 42, 3 counts of theft by deception including cold checks under $300-continued 03/12/08. Glenwood Prunell Jones, 43, 9 counts of theft by deception including cold checks under $300-continued 03/19/08. Jeremy Sean Cummins, 34, careless driving; operating vehicle

Friday, March 14, 2008 with expired operators license; operating motor vehicle under influence of alcohol/drugs; possess open alcohol beverage container in a motor vehicle-continued 03/05/08. Barry Elt Ritchie, 49, disregarding stop sign; failure to wear seatbelt-defer probation 6 months. Kimberly Ann Noble, 39, failure to dim headlights-pled guilty fine $25; operating motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol/ drugs-pled guilty, fine $200 plus cost, 30 days probated 2 years after serving 2 days (8 hours credited) 90 days license suspension; license to be in possession-dismissed on proof. Kristy Dawn Devine, 33, speeding 26 mph over/greater-amended to 15 mph over-pled guilty, fine $30 plus costs. Travis S. Liner, 24, operating on suspended/revoked operators license-amended to no operators license in possession-pled guilty fine $50 plus costs. Crystal Ann Cundiff, 25, careless driving; operating motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol/drugs 2nd offense; operating on suspended/revoked operators license; possess open alcohol beverage container in a motor vehiclecontinued 03/12/08. Berton D. McGuffin, Jr., 69, operator motor vehicle under influence of alcohol/drugs 2nd offense-pled guilty, fine $500 plus costs, 6 months probated 2 years after serving 7 days (2 days credited), 18 months license suspension. Michael Wayne O’Banion, 36, failure to give right away to Emergency stopped vehicle; operating motor vehicle under influence of alcohol/drugs 2nd offense-pretrial conference 03/26/08 and jury trial 04/04/08. Mikalynn Marie Elder, 28, disorderly conduct 2nd degree-continued 03/05/08. Mikalynn Marie Elder, 28, assault 4th degree domestic violence minor injury-continued 03/05/08. Susan Conrad Ammons, 40, probation revocation hearing-continued 03/05/08. Susan Celeste Conrad, 40, 4 counts of theft by deception including cold checks under $300-continued 03/05/08. Susan Celeste Conrad, 40, theft by deception including cold checks under $300-continued 03/05/08. Kevin Eugene Staples, 45, probation revocation hearing-20 days jail consecutively, revoked. Kevin Eugene Staples, 45, theft by unlawful taking/disp shoplifting under $300-pled guilty, 30 days probated 2 years after serving 3 days, no public offenses, stay out of Kroger. Margaret S. Fowler, 44, theft by unlawful taking/disp shoplifting under $300-dismissed on commonwealth motion. Thomas E. Roeder, 45, improper turning; posses controlled substance 1st degree 1st offensecontinued 04/09/08. Juan Javier Angulo, 24, possession of marijuana-failure to appear. Ralph Craig Simmons, 45, alcohol intoxication in a public place 1st and 2nd; possess open alcohol beverage container in a motor vehicle-pretrial conference 03/26/08 and jury trial conference 04/04/08. Ralph Craig Simmons, 45, probation revocation hearing-continued 03/26/08. Amy Leigh Bullock-theft by deception including cold checks under $300-pled guilty, 12 months probated 2 years after serving 11 days, no public offenses, write no checks, and pay restitution. Amy Leigh Bullock-10 counts of theft by deception including cold checks under $300-pled guilty, 12 months probated 2 years after serving 11 days, no public offenses, write no checks, and pay restitution. Joann Louise Dearbourn, 37, probation violation-remand. Joann Louise Dearbourn, 37, probation revocation hearing-admitted 10 days jail, revoked. Joann Louise Dearbourn, 37, 2 counts of theft by deception including cold checks under $300-pled guilty, 10 days probated 2 years after serving 1 days consecutively, no public offenses, write no checks. Allen T. Kinder, 31, 4 counts of theft by deception including cold checks under $300-continued 03/12/08. Allen T. Kinder, 31, 6 counts of theft by deception including cold checks under $300-continued 03/12/08. James William Martin, 50, probation revocation hearing-remand per county attorney. Donald L. Kenely, 34, probation violation-remand per county attorney. Frederick C. Foster, Jr., probation violation-remanded. Christopher Lee Bell, 27, probation violation-failure to appear. Benjamin M. Johnson, 23, fugitive from another state-dismissed on commonwealth motion.

Harry Thomas Mowry, Jr., assault 4th degree domestic violence minor injury-bond amended no unlawful contact with Melanie Mowry, no public offenses, posses no alcohol, ill-drugs/drug paraphernalia. Vanessa Rene Fletcher, 26, assault 4th degree violence minor injury-continued 03/26/08. Michael Vincent Hardcastle, 23, probation revocation hearingcontinued 03/19/08. Benjamin D. Roberts, 19, wanton endangerment 1st degree police officer; criminal mischief 1st degree; fleeing or evading police 2nd degree; criminal mischief 2nd degree; unauthorized use of motor vehicle 1st offense; improper start from parked position; failure to illuminate headlights; leaving scene of accident/failure to render aid or assistance; reckless driving; speeding 15 mph over limit-continued 03/12/08. Nicholas Jerome Rowe, 31, flagrant non support-waived to grand jury 03/10/08. Joshua Walter Wemes, 24, criminal mischief 1st degree; criminal mischief 3rd degree; leaving scene of accident/failure to render aid or assistance-continued 03/12/08. Ronald Ray Meeks, Jr., 30, fleeing or evading police 1st degree; operating motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol/drugs 1st offense; resisting arrest; criminal mischief 3rd degree; wanton endangerment 2nd degree police officer; failure to wear seat belts; failure to or improper signal; rear license not illuminated; failure of owner to maintain required insurance/security; reckless driving; possess open alcohol beverage container in a motor vehicle; speeding 15 mph over limit; disregarding stop sign-waived to grand jury 03/10/08. Virgil E. Satterfield, 27, flagrant non support-continued 03/05/08. Willie Lee Dale, Jr., 26, careless driving; carrying a concealed deadly weapon; enhancement traffic in marijuana less than 8 oz. 1st offense; use/possess drug paraphernalia 1st offense-continued 03/12/08. Sharon Yates, 46, possession of marijuana; use/possess drug paraphernalia 2nd or > offense; cultivation of marijuana <5 plants 1st offense-continued 03/12/08. Michael Vincent Hardcastle, 23, driving on DUI suspended license 1st offense; operate motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol/ drugs 2nd offense; 6 counts of wanton endangerment 1st degree; leaving the scene of accident/ failure to render aid or assistance; use/possess drug paraphernalia 1st offense; unauthorized use of motor vehicle 1st offense-continued 03/19/08. Michael R. Donahue, 18, alcohol intoxication in a public place 1st & 2nd; possession of marijuana; 1st degree possession cs/ drug unspecified 2nd or > offenseamended to 1st degree possession-probable cause found held to grand jury 03/10/08. Adams J. Sipes, theft by unlawful taking/disp all other over $300; tampering with physical evidence-continued 04/30/08. Adam J. Sipes, theft by deception including cold checks under $300-continued 04/30/08. Adam J. Sipes, 12 counts of theft by deception including cold checks under $300-continued 04/30/08. Debra Ann Earle, 52, possession of stolen mail matter-probable cause found held to grand jury 03/10/08. Debra Ann Earle, 52, 8 counts of theft by deception including cold checks under $300-continued 03/19/08. Debra Ann Earle, 52, 13 counts of theft by deception including cold checks under $300-continued 03/19/08. Debra Ann Earle, 52, 5 counts of theft by deception including cold checks under $300-continued 03/19/08. Debra Ann Earle, 52, theft by deception including cold checks under $300-continued 03/19/08. Jason Scott Blackaby, 25, operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol/drugs 1st offense; failure of owner to maintain required insurance/security; failure to notify address change to department of transportationcontinued 03/12/08.

District Court 03/05/08

Jimmy Brock, 28, operating motor vehicle under influence of alcohol/drugs 1st offense; reckless driving; possession of marijuana; speeding 15 mph over limit; one headlight-pled not guilty pretrial conference 03/19/08. Shannon Marie Gamble, 40, operating motor vehicle under influence of alcohol/drugs 2nd offense; controlled substance prescription not in original container; possession of marijuana-pled not guilty pretrial conference 03/12/08.

FAITH & VALUES

Friday, March 14, 2008

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Parents can ease transition from home to dorm QUESTION: Our son will be leaving for college next fall. Is there anything we can do to help ease the transition from home to dorm life? DR. DOBSON: For starters, author Joan Wester Anderson suggests that you make sure that your teen has the basic skills necessary to survive dorm life. Can he operate a washer and dryer, stick to a budget, handle a checkbook, get along with roommates, and manage his time wisely? It’s important as well to prepare your son for the negative aspects of campus life. Too often, adults present a rosy portrait of college as “the best years of life,” which creates unrealistic expectations that lead to disappointment. Remind

your son that homesickness is to be expected, and that he can call home anytime just to chat, or keep in contact by e-mail. During the first semester away, letters and treats from home can ease the pain of separation anxiety. And be pleasant when that young man returns for visits. If he feels like an intruder, he just might decide to visit someone else’s home for future vacations. Going away to college is a milestone for those who embark on that journey. With proper planning, it can be a positive time of growth for the whole family. QUESTION: I know that my husband is a “womanizer” -- a guy who can’t resist anything in a skirt. Will he always be like this? Can

I change him? probably come a time for DR. DOBSON: It is dif- loving toughness when you ficult, if not impossible, to back your words by firmchange anyone. It ness and definitive certainly cannot be Focus on action. accomplished by QUESTION: My nagging and com- the family little girl, Tara, is plaining and chassometimes sugar tising. That only sweet, and other causes a person to times she is unbeardig in his heels and ably irritating. How fight to the finish. can I get her out of a What you can do bad mood when she is make it clear to has not really done your husband that anything to deserve James he can’t have you punishment? Dobson and a harem too, DR. DOBSON: I and that he must would suggest that make a choice between his you take her in your arms lust and his love. Unfortu- and talk to her in this mannately, merely putting these ner: “I don’t know whether alternatives before him ver- you’ve noticed it or not, bally will not force him to Tara, but you have two ‘perselect one over the other. sonalities.’ A personality is He would rather have both a way of acting and talking toys. That’s why there will and behaving. One of your

personalities is sweet and loving. No one could possibly be more lovable and happy when this personality is in control. It likes to work and looks for ways to make the rest of the family happy. But all you have to do is press a little red button, ‘ding,’ and out comes another personality. It is cranky and noisy and silly. It wants to fight with your brother and disobey your mom. It gets up grouchy in the morning and complains all day. “Now Tara, I know that you can press the button for the neat personality or you can call up the unpleasant one. Sometimes you need help to make you want to press the right button. That’s where I come in. If you keep on pressing

With all your heart, soul, mind, strength “You shall love God with all your heart, soul, mind and strength.“ —Mark 12 Love God with all my heart, soul mind and strength? You mean I am supposed to put God in the very center and make God the most important consideration in my life? Most of us, to be honest, can’t say that God is that important to us! I would love to be able to say that God is always at the center my life, but sadly I put myself and other things ahead of God sometimes. Some days I do better than others but, thankfully, God is very patient with me and loves me anyway. I have always taken comfort in knowing that my best is good enough for God. Today, I want to say a few more words about taking God seriously. None of us

will ever measure up com- we are adopted children of pletely to the Great Com- God. We must accept our mandment — the one that holiness, neither exaggeratsummarizes all ing nor denying who other commandwe really are. ments — but this Encouraging We must want to Words is the brass ring live by the same valfor which we all ues Jesus lived by: reach. To take God having a loving kindseriously, to seek ness toward all, espeto love him with cially the most weak all we have, there and vulnerable, even are things we must our enemies; strivdo. ing to do God’s will We must want no matter the conseRonald what God wants. quences; using Jesus’ To want what God own life as a pattern Knott wants, means we for our own. have to underWe must be in comstand the Scriptures, listen mand of ourselves, have to the Spirit within us and a handle our addictions stay consciously connected and our passions, so that to God through prayer. we can go in the way that We must remember who God wants us to go. We we are. We are holy. We are must constantly question holy, not because of what our own motives, making we have done, but because sure that we not only do the we are “created in the im- right thing, but also do it for age and likeness of God” the right reason. and, through our baptism, We must never give into

God, who deliverd Jonah, will deliver

Jonah 1: 17 – 2: 3, 6 – 7, ing for one last breath, his 10 says, “The Lord pro- body began to descend vided a great fish to swal- into the depths of the sea. Suddenly he was low Jonah, and Joswallowed alive by nah was inside the Divine gigantic fish. He fish three days and Guidance afound himself lying three nights. From in a foot of water, inside the fish Jonah the air reeking with prayed to the Lord the smell of rotten his God. He said, ‘In fish. From time to my distress I called time, fresh air would to the Lord, and he be released into the answered me…You chamber, as well as hurled me into the faint rays of light. deep, into the very Dan As horrible as his heart of the seas, Newton situation was, Joand the currents nah knew that he swirled about me… had been shown But you brought my life up from the pit, O Lord tremendous mercy by the my God. When my life was God against whom he had ebbing away, I remembered rebelled. “Lord, forgive me,” Joyou, Lord, and my prayer rose to you, to your holy nah wept. “If you release temple’ … And the Lord me from this whale, I will commanded the fish, and go to Nineveh, but even if it vomited Jonah onto dry you don’t free me, I will die worshiping you.” ground.” When the Lord saw JoAs the storm continued to grow in intensity, Jonah nah’s repentance, he comtold the crew to throw him manded the fish to vomit overboard. Although they Jonah out of its mouth. This knew Jonah was running time, when God spoke to from the Lord, they had no Jonah, Jonah obeyed. Where are you today? desire to drown him, but they cried out to the Lord Maybe you have been to forgive them and threw swallowed up by the conJonah into the churning sequences of your sin and rebellion. Take heart — the depths of the sea. Slowly but surely, Jonah same God who delivered was drowning. After fight- Jonah is also about to de-

liver you. The timing of your deliverance, however, will be determined by you, for you will not be set free until you have learned the lessons God is teaching you and you repent. Instead of blaming God for his horrible circumstances, Jonah faced the fact that his own rebellion had been the cause of his terrible plight. Jonah had true sorrow for what he’d done he was not repenting in order to escape from the stomach of the whale, but because he had grieved the heart of God. When he promised to fulfill his vows, he was committing to obey God for the rest of his life, no matter how long it lasted, and at that moment, God released him from his imprisonment. Unlike many Christians I have met, Jonah did not blame God for the horrible ordeal he experienced in the whale’s belly. He realized that his own sin and rebellion had brought him into the whale. This is important because until you stop blaming God for your problems, you’ll never be able to come to him. Reverend Dan Newton is the pastor of Grace Baptist Church.

Trust an unknown future to God

During his 1960 presidential campaign, John F. Kennedy often closed his speeches with the story of Colonel Davenport, the Speaker of the Connecticut House of Representatives. One day in 1789, the sky over Hartford grew very dark, and some of the representatives, glancing out the windows, feared the end was at hand. Many of the members of the chamber were frightened and called for an immediate adjournment. Col. Davenport rose and said, “The Day of Judgment is either approach-

ing or it is not. If it is not, faithful? there is no cause for adIf Jesus came to visit journment. you, would He find you If it is, I choose doing those things Pastor’s He expects you to to be found doing my duty. Therefore, Spotlight be doing? I wish that candles Would you be be brought.” ready to meet Col. Davenport Him? wasn’t sure what I don’t know the next moments what tomorrow held in store, but holds, but I do he didn’t fear what know that God holds was to come, rathmy tomorrow. Never Randy er he wanted to be be afraid to trust an found doing what Johnson unknown future to he was supposed to a known God. be doing. Jesus asked when He reRandy Johnson is the pasturned to earth, would He tor at Brandenburg Church find Christians who are of God.

hopelessness, whether it is about the future or about other people. We know the war against evil has been already been won, even though we may continue to lose many painful battles. God’s kingdom will come and nothing we do, not even the gates of hell, can stop it. Regardless of our failures, loving God with our whole heart, soul, mind and strength is something we should strive for even though it is something we will never accomplish completely. God wants a relationship with us, even if it is rocky and imperfect. We are challenged to get serious about God, not in some loud, noisy and superficial way, but in a long haul and to the core-of-one’s-being kind of way. Father Knott, a Meade County native, is a priest from the Archdiocese of Louisville .

BIBLE TRIVIA by Wilson Casey 1. Is the book of Deuteronomy in the Old or New Testament or neither? 2. Along with his sons, who was the first person in the Bible to be cremated? Samuel, Solomon, Shadrach, Saul 3. Especially from Biblical times, what did “to sup with” mean? Journey, Pray, Dine, Wash 4. Who bet 30 men that they could not solve his riddle? Moses, Samson, Daniel, Paul 5. In Revelation 3:19, Jesus tells us to be zealous and ... ? Repent, Share, Love, Witness ANSWERS: 1) Old; 2) Saul; 3) Dine; 4) Samson; 5) Repent

the wrong button, like you have been today, then I’m going to make you uncomfortable one way or the other. I’m tired of the cranky character and I want to see the griny one. Can we make a deal?” When discipline becomes a game, as in a conversation such as this, then you’ve achieved your purpose without conflict and animosity. Dr. Dobson is founder and chairman of the board of the nonprofit organization Focus on the Family, Colorado Springs, CO 80995(www. family.org). Questions and answers are excerpted from “Solid Answers” and “Bringing Up Boys,” both published by Tyndale House.

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Friday, March 14, 2008

Chorus christens new auditorium with recital By Jorena D. Faulkner jorena@thenewsstandard.com

The Meade County High School chorus christened the school’s new auditorium with a special Madrigal Voice Recital. On March 4, sixteen students presented an art song or aria on the recently completed stage, with accompaniment by MCHS choral director Bryan Nichols and assistant director, Mary Horsley on the auditorium’s new Steinway concert grand piano. “We are so very proud of them, the new hall and the new instrument,” Nichols said. “Mrs. Horsley has done such excellent work preparing the soprano and alto singers.” Meade County School system Superintendent Mitch Crump and wife were in attendance, as well as former MCHS choral director Shirley Jones and board member John Inman.

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“That might be a great avenue for us, “ he said. Determining exactly who will qualify for the assistance is where the community will come in according to Danison. The distribution of funds will rely heavily on verification from selected local coordinators, who will certify that the person or persons needing voucher assistance were actually affected by the disaster. “Basically we’re working on the honor system,” Danison said. City engineer Tim Smith gave project updates on the

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“We feel such incredible support and were so glad to see that the community attends cultural events like these in our new space,” Nichols said. “We had a nice reception afterwards in the new, extended lobby and appreciate the coffee donation from the Main Street Café.” Students who performed in the Madrigal Voice Recital are Sopranos Lindsey McCormick, Sarah Straney, Roni Robinson and Julia Powers; Altos Rebecca Mitchner, Alexis Cundiff, Stephanie Menser and Kelsey Stanley; Tenors Josh Catron, Blake Cox, Ryan Mundell and Garth Ledford; and Basses Andrew Hubbard, Jonathan McCoy, Ethan Mattingly and Nik Powers Stuart Pepper Middle School’s chorus held their spring concert on March 10 at the auditorium. The Treble II Chorus performed “Go ‘Way From My Window” — an American Folk song arranged by Ruth Elaine Schram — and

“Thanksgiving Calypso” by David Eddleman with Rachel Powers, accompanist. Treble I Chorus performed “Non nobis domine” by William Byrd, “I Know Where I’m Going” — arrangement by G. Sears and T. Wagner — and “Blue Skies” by Irving Berlin. The event finished with performances by the Cambiata Chorus of “Boatmen Stomp” by Michael Gray, “O Won’t You Sit Down” — a traditional spiritual composition — and “In The Still of the Night” by Fred Parris, arrangement by Ed Lojeski, which received a standing ovation by those in attendance. A dedication plaque has been ordered to recognize members of the community and school staff who sponsored a key for the new Steinway piano. The plaque will be displayed in the auditorium lobby. The new auditorium brings the community an opportunity to experience a higher

class of events, which were typically unavailable in the county prior to the auditorium’s construction. As such, some basic rules of audience etiquette were outlined on the SPMS concert program, including the following requests:

•Silence your cell phones and other devices. •Do not move around the auditorium, leave or re-enter while the performance is in progress. •Never talk while a group is performing on-stage. •Dress your best.

•Do not prop your feet on the seat in front of you. •No food or drinks in the auditorium. •Make sure gum and gum wrappers leave with you. •Help those around you know what good audience etiquette is.

county road renaming and renumbering initiative, and the renaming of Fairway Drive to Hillcrest Drive. Smith had questions about what county individuals will need to do concerning the renaming and post office procedures. “I had some questions about what individuals will need to do,” Smith said. “And the individuals will not have to fill out any address forwarding packets because the city will send this list of changes to the major utilities like telephone companies, RECC and LG&E. “However, they will still have to notify their personal contacts — such as their credit card companies — that their address has changed,” he said.

Smith also said that the color aerial plot photos should be received in the next few weeks. The information will be used to produce a new city address and street map, zoning map, and utility mapping utilizing GIS — Geographic Mapping System — software. Smith projected the mapping to be complete by the end of the year. Council member Ronnie Joyner voiced concern over the current status of GPS the Global Positioning System which can pinpoint the exact location of a specific address — within the E-911 system due to county ambulance service not being able to find his house during an emergency recently. “How many other people

out here in Brandenburg can’t they find?” Joyner asked. “I really think that since they supposedly went online up there, it’s even worse.” Council members cited Joyner’s home address as one of the addresses having potential GPS duplicity issues. Difficulty with the GPS system — such as the county ambulance service not being able to locate Joyner’s home — can be attributed to the fact that several Meade County roads have the same names. This can cause a system conflict when entering the latitude and longitude of same name roads within the same zip code. Pace extended his gratitude to city employees for their assistance during the

recent disasters. “I would like to publicly thank all of the city employees that worked, and the time they put in not only on the tornado but the snow — at least twice — ice,” Pace said. “And all of you all that called and helped. It didn’t go very smoothly to be honest — but to have to go through it, it went very well.” Other items covered during the council meeting were: •Council approved a motion by Bernie Holsclaw to move forward with the alley closing on Gay Street, between NW Gage and Washington Streets. •First readings of Ordinance No. 466, No. 467 and No. 468. •Two city warning sirens

were damaged by the storms. The city will coordinate with FEMA for repairs. •There is still storm clean up to be completed with limbs down, repair work and flooding at the riverfront. If the area is declared a disaster, Meade County can receive government assistance. If not, the city will get to these items as soon as possible, but will need to settle with insurance companies before moving forward. In order to qualify for FEMA assistance, the city must meet the $1 million in damage mark. •Mayor Pace recommended opening a re-bid for this year’s downtown mowing, and will include thorough and explicit directions for what the city wants.

good schools, so we stayed here.” “I’d have to agree that the National Board process was very challenging,” Aebersold said. “I could not have made it through the process without God, my family, my co-workers, administrators, and I appreciate all that you gave to me throughout the process.” Sutton has, over the years, found herself ques-

tioning if what she was doing as a teacher was the best way to get across to her students. “It is an eye opener when you get into teaching every day,” Sutton said. “What works for one may not work for another one, and it really puts every day change into your teaching. I look at the whole picture, and I would do it again. It was a great experience.”

Aebersold, Love, Sutton and Trotter were invited to the 2007 Kentucky NBCT Hill Day in Frankfort where they attended a luncheon at the governor’s mansion, visited the state capitol, Senate and House of Representatives. “Here’s four examples of really good teachers, who are now even better,” said Paul Poole, Director of Personnel for Meade County

schools. “That’s what the whole process is about. I’m very proud of what you’ve done.” In other business, the board approved a Request for Order of disaster days under the Applicable Statutes and Regulations of KRS 158.060(2), KRS 158.070(4)(e) and 720 KAR 7:125(5) from the Commissioner of Education. According to 720 KAR

7:125(5), a local board of education may request disaster days if one school or part of the district is forced to miss school on a particular day due to an emergency. Superintendent Crump cited the Feb. 5 F-1 tornado that caused damage to schools and surrounding communities, forcing school closures on Feb. 6-8, as reasons for the request.

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The Meade County High School chorus rehearses in the school’s new auditorium. The chorus performed its first recital on the new stage this week.

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ON DECK March 24 Greenwave/ Lady Wave Tennis @LaRue County 5 p.m. Greenwave Baseball @Grayson County 6 p.m.

Wrestlers honored for top-notch season Staff report

March 25 Greenwave/ Lady Wave Tennis John Hardin 4:30 p.m.

March 27 Greenwave/ Lady Wave Tennis North Hardin 4:30 p.m. Greenwave baseball Holy Cross 5:30 p.m.

March 28 Greenwave Baseball @Fort Knox 5 p.m.

March 29 Greenwave Baseball LaRue County 11 a.m. Lady Waves Softball Christian AcademyLouisville Tournament 12 p.m. March 31 Greenwave Baseball Central Hardin 6 p.m.

2007-2008 WRESTLING TEAM

Eighth graders Ryan Bruner Cody Hoskins Denver Matthews Oscar Burgos Garrett Kenealy Bill Carter Lance Kelly John Miller

Freshmen Andy Branscum Dakota Kelley Trevor Campbell Jordan Leonard Zach Uhlig Austin Curtis Blake Robbins

Sophomores Cole Aebersold James Childress Dylan Pike Austin Bejosano Tyler Crow Joey Carter Nelson Mason Nathan Polston

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Senior C.J. Crow was one of several Greenwave wrestlers to receive special honors during the awards ceremony.

If it’s not tornados one day it’s snow, sleet and freezing temperatures the next. But Mother Nature hasn’t stopped the Greenwave baseball team from preparing for its upcoming season. After most of MeadeOlin Park was destroyed after the February tornado, the high school’s baseball and softball teams were left homeless. As the county works diligently to rebuild the ruined ballpark, the Greenwave are getting some unusual floor time at the high school gymnasium. It seems the team was destined to face more than just opposing teams this

Seniors Cody Bruce Justin Geary C.J. Crow Arthur Ohmes Branden Wyatt Bobby Fuqua Antonio Stewart

Most reversals James Childress

Most escapes Branden Wyatt

Most improved senior C.J. Crow

Most improved junior Tanner Cole Most improved soph. Dylan Pike Most improved fresh. Zach Uhlig Best winning percentage C.J. Crow

Season MVP Justin Geary

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Senior Justin Geary takes a swing inside the gym.

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The Lady Waves softball team and Greenwave baseball team have been cooped up indoors, preparing for their upcoming seasons in the high school gym while Meade-Olin ball park is being repaired from tornado damage.

Working on the ‘in-field’ By Sean P. Lowe lowe@thenewsstandard.com A rough start to the Lady Waves softball team’s season came in the form of an F-1 tornado that destroyed the team’s field, but the Waves are staying active, staying positive and staying indoors. “We started practicing Feb. 15, and I think defensively it’s going to take us a little longer to get into shape, but I think everybody else is in the same boat as we are,” said coach Mike Harreld. “I don’t think it would’ve mattered whether we had the tornado or not, because the weather’s been so bad I don’t think anyone’s outside.” The Lady Waves have been practicing in the parking lot of Meade County High School, running and working on drills to prepare for their first game March 25. The team alternates playing in the MCHS and David T. Wilson gymnasiums with

the Greenwave baseball team. “We’ve been doing a lot of fundamental tee work and hitting drills,” Harreld said. “We also do base running drills where we teach fundamental signs that we use while we’re running bases, like which way to turn and where the ball’s at.” The team is making do without a field to play on, and everyone is crossing their fingers in anticipation of the Meade-Olin ballpark fields being ready for the first home game. The Lady Waves host Grayson County March 25 at 5:30 p.m. “They’re counting on the fields being ready by our first home game so hopefully they’ll be ready,” Harreld said. With all the distractions and limited practice space to practice and condition in, the Waves are working extra hard to prepare after the long off-season. “I don’t think practicing in the gym will play a negative impact on

our season, but we would’ve been better off practicing on the field.” said junior Marris Harreld. This year the Lady Waves have only a pair of seniors on the roster, so the juniors will be depended upon to step up to the plate and take on leadership roles. “We’re focusing on winning, teamwork and being more positive,” said junior Claire Cannady. “I think it’s also important for our junior class to step up and lead, seeing our team only has two senior players and it takes a lot for them so I think the juniors should contribute more.” Though bad weather has hindered the team’s preseason conditioning, the Lady Waves are strengthening their arms and staying on par with kicking off a successful new season. Meade County settled with a 1216 overall record last year, going 3-5 in the region and 2-3 in the district.

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The Greenwave wrestling team has strived to meet innumerable accomplishments in its short period of existence as a Meade County High School athletic program. In only its second year, the program has had another successful season, claiming the number one spot in the region and sending 11 wrestlers, who contended well, to the state high school wrestling tournament. The team’s season concluded in Febru-

ary, but a special awards ceremony held Tuesday at Brandenburg United Methodist Church got the group of young men together one last time, along with their coaches, managers, friends, family members and everyone who supported the organization from the get go. Coach Bob Davis began the evening by welcoming every who attended the honors ceremony. After dinner, the team’s coaches and support personnel were recognized, as well as State Rep. Jeff Greer.

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DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — When Japanese-born manufacturer Toyota signed Joe Gibbs Racing into the fray late last year it was only a matter of time before that acquisition paid major dividends. Toyota, which competed in its first season in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series last year, wasn’t at all pleased with its inaugural venture. There were no wins, no drivers in the top 10 and most of the Toyota contingent entered 2008 needing to qualify their way into the first five events of the year. “It’s very, very hard,” said Michael Waltrip, who came in with Toyota last season.

“It would be nice to qualify in a relaxed state of mind. I wonder what it would be like. I hear drivers say qualifying doesn’t matter. Man, it annoys me. I would like to explain to them what it’s really like to be in my shoes. Trust me, qualifying matters.” During the off-season the Toyota effort got a major boost when Gibbs and his championship team came aboard. Not only did they have the pedigree of three Cup championships behind them, but they had twotime champion Tony Stewart, multiple-year Chase qualifier Denny Hamlin and newly hired young gun

Kyle Busch. ond. Wow, the feeling can’t In just his fourth race get any better than that. Finwith the team, Busch found ishing one, two for our first Victory Lane last Cup win — I don’t weekend at Atlanta know how you imMotor Speedway prove on that.” while giving Toyota It was the first its first win in Cup. time in 54 years that “Kyle has been a non-Americanvery close ever born vehicle had since the beginning won a NASCAR of this year. Starting race. with the Daytona On June 13, 1954, 500 and what could Al Keller drove a Buddy have been,’’ said Jim Jaguar to victory in Shacklette Aust, Vice President a NASCAR event at of Motorsports, Toyota Mo- Linden, N.J. tor Sales, U.S.A. and PresiThe NASCAR rule book dent/CEO for Toyota Rac- specifies that only Ameriing Development. “To have can-made vehicles compete Kyle come in and take this in its series. one and Tony finished secToyota’s Tundra pickup

is built in Princeton, Ind., which gave the foreignborn company leeway in 2004 when it entered the NASCAR Crasftsman Truck Series. Many were immediately concerned about the money the foreign-born company would spend in trying to succeed. “We’ve been fighting with Toyota in the marketplace for 30 years,” said Mike Accavitti, director of Dodge motorsports operations and SRT planning. “It’s not new to me. I’ve been with our company for a long time, and it’s been a harsh reality

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season. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s probably going to kill us the first five or eight games,â&#x20AC;? said coach Darren Snell. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re pretty much replacing our entire infield, and weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not returning pretty much any starters â&#x20AC;&#x201D; and thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going to hurt us.â&#x20AC;? While practicing in the space available, the team has been polishing its ball handling and conditioning skills as much as possible until the players can get outdoors and finally dig their cleats in the dirt.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think this will affect us a little bit, seeing we canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t hit off a live pitcher and that probably wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t come until our first game,â&#x20AC;? said senior Justin Geary. â&#x20AC;&#x153;So our hitting might not be as well as expected. But hopefully everyone comes out hard and plays hard, even though we have to practice indoors and weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re cooped up â&#x20AC;&#x201D; which doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t allow us to be pushed to our limit.â&#x20AC;? Meade Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first regular season game is Friday March 24 at 6 p.m. at Grayson County. The following day the Greenwave face Christian AcademyLouisville during their first home game of the new year at Meade-Olin Park. The team has been told that the county can most likely have

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the park repaired and the fields in good condition by the first home game of the season. Until then, the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Wave is practicing anywhere with enough room to swing a bat. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have some drill work we can do and thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s basically what weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been doing â&#x20AC;&#x201D; a bunch of drill work,â&#x20AC;? Snell said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You can do some stuff with infield, we even have some outfielders in here, and we have been getting out a little bit down in the hole and parking lot.â&#x20AC;? Meade County finished the 2007 season with a 7-20 overall record, a 4-2 record in the region, and remained undefeated, 4-0, in the district.

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that weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve had to deal with the financial strengths of a lot of manufacturers.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; It took Toyota 13 races to find Victory Lane in NASCAR in 2004 when Travis Kvapil, who now drives the No. 28 Ford for Yates Racing, brought Toyota that first NASCAR victory at Michigan. Toyota won two races that inaugural season and contended for the championship in its second year, but it took three seasons in the Truck Series for Todd Bodine to bring the NASCAR-newcomer its first championship in 2006.

In Sprint Cup series racing Toyotaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first win came in its 40th start. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think we all went to Daytona and hoped that it might come there, but it didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t work out that way,â&#x20AC;? said Lee White, Senior Vice President and General Manager, TRD. â&#x20AC;&#x153;To be honest with you, based on how the Hendrick guys and the Roush guys ran at this place and the way we practiced yesterday, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m a little overwhelmed. This is an awesome team. Everybody associated with this organization are at a level of people that I have rarely been associated with in four decades. I think we are going to keep working. We have a lot of things we are working on. These guys have a lot of things. It has

only been a few months. We are just kind of getting that figured out.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; The Toyota conglomerate includes Brian Vickers, AJ Allmendinger, David Reutimann, Dale Jarrett, Mike Skinner, Waltrip, Dave Blaney and J.J. Yeley (37th). If Toyota was going to win, many expected JGR would bring it to them. But did they think that win would come from Toyota and Gibbsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; newest driver? â&#x20AC;&#x153;When we started the year, there was a huge amount of change, everything we had to go through,â&#x20AC;? said team owner Joe Gibbs. â&#x20AC;&#x153;So we really appreciate the way everybody worked and hunkered up.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122;

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Anglers be aware of new fishing regulations this year Submitted by the Kentucky Dept. of Fish and Wildlife Resources FRANKFORT — The fliers in your Sunday paper from sporting goods stores touting sales on softball, golf and fishing equipment remind you that spring is here. In addition to purchasing a new fishing license starting March 1, anglers need to be aware of new fishing regulations for this year. Anglers from all over the Midwest and upper South flock to Kentucky and Barkley lakes each spring to fish the crappie runs. Previously, anglers fishing one or both of these lakes could keep a total of 30 crappie a day, with a possession limit of 60. However, because of poor crappie spawns in recent years and a decreasing number of fish over the 10-inch size limit being caught by anglers, fisheries officials lowered the daily creel limit to 20 fish a day, with a possession limit of 40. Smallmouth bass anglers on Cave Run Lake and Laurel River Lake must consider new regulations when they cast their jigs this spring. At Cave Run Lake, the minimum size limit for smallmouth bass is now 18 inches, but the daily creel limit is the statewide regulation of an aggregate limit of 6 black bass (largemouth,

smallmouth and Kentucky spotted bass) each day. Largemouth and smallmouth bass must be 12 inches long to keep. At Laurel River Lake, the 18-inch minimum size limit on smallmouth bass remains, but there is now a 2 fish daily creel limit. Central Kentucky trout anglers must note the removal of the special regulations for minimum size and daily creel on brown trout in the Dix River for two miles downstream of Dix Dam at Herrington Lake. Anglers must now comply with the statewide regulation of 3 brown trout daily with a 12-inch minimum size. Fishing is still with artificial baits only. Live or organic baits such as Power Bait or a similar type of paste or nugget trout bait are not permitted on this section of the Dix River. The only public access to this fishery is by boat via the Kentucky River. There are also new regulations for Cedar Creek Lake in Lincoln County. There is no longer a minimum size limit for crappie in the lake. Crappie grow so slowly in Cedar Creek Lake that few fish attained the old 9-inch size limit. Under previous regulations, anglers could only keep a total aggregate limit of 30 bluegill and redear sunfish on Cedar Creek Lake.

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The spring fishing season is near, though before anglers take to the waters they should be aware of new fishing regulations taking effect this year. Anglers may now keep unlimited numbers of bluegill and 20 redear sunfish daily, with no minimum size limit on either species. Channel catfish are now under a 12-inch minimum size limit on Cedar Creek Lake, with no daily creel limit. New regulations are in place for several smaller lakes around Kentucky. These include: •On Lake Blythe in Chris-

Middle school girls tip off during intramural league Middle school basketball players faced off Tuesday afternoon at the Stuart Pepper Middle School gymnasium during an intramural league game. Games are played every week at the gym, which helps the girls develop their skills and understanding of the game as they continue on to more advanced levels of play.

tian County, all largemouth bass between 12 to 15 inches must be released immediately. •Taylorsville Lake Wildlife Management Area (WMA) lakes have a 3-fish daily creel limit on largemouth bass. •At General Butler State Park Lake in Carroll County, Lake Mingo in Jessamine County, Lake Pollywog in Grant County, Lake Shelby in Shelby County and New Haven Optimist Lake in Nel-

son County, there is a 15-inch minimum size limit on largemouth bass, with a 3-fish daily creel limit. There is a no minimum size, 4-fish daily creel limit for channel catfish at all these lakes. •Goose, Island and South lakes at Peabody WMA lakes no longer have special regulations for bluegill, redbreast sunfish, channel catfish and walleye. The daily creel and minimum size limits on these species revert to state-

wide regulations. •Leary Lake in Grant County no longer has daily creel and possession limits on bluegill. •Mauzy Lake in Union County has a 12-inch minimum size limit on largemouth bass. •At Doe Run Lake in Kenton County, General Butler State Park Lake in Carroll County and Lake Jericho in Henry County, anglers may not use shad for bait nor have shad in their possession. Finally, gigging, snagging and bow fishing are now allowed on trout streams, except for the Cumberland River downstream of Wolf Creek Dam. This includes Hatchery Creek and all tributaries of this section of Cumberland River for one-half mile upstream of their confluence with the Cumberland River. It is still illegal to gig, snag or bow fish for trout. Every Kentucky angler should keep the newly redesigned, easy to read 20082009 Kentucky Fishing and Boating Guide in their tackle box, vehicle or boat. You can afford to keep one in all of those places because they are free and available wherever they sell fishing or hunting licenses. You may request a copy of the guide by calling Kentucky Fish and Wildlife’s Information Center at 1-800858-1549.

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Political media frenzy creates a great education experience By Charlotte Fackler charlie@thenewsstandard.com

The presidential debates have been steadily on people’s minds throughout the recent months. Night after night, news stations broadcast the latest headlines about this year’s election, which is quickly approaching. Elissa Gagel, Marketing Instructor at the Meade County Area Technology Center, recently had her students work on a special

project that combined media coverage and advertisement frenzies with this 2008 presidential election. “I feel like my students get more involved when they can relate to real life issues and give their personal voice,” Gagel said. During her Advertising Services class, students randomly drew a presidential hopeful. Then each student had to research information about the candidates’ views on important issues. During

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class presentations, the students relayed all the information they had researched and gave their personal opinions regarding whether they would vote for that candidate and why. “The candidates try during their campaigns to sell themselves to us, the people, as our new president and they spend millions of dollars on advertisements doing so,” Gagel said. Two of her students are 18 years old, and plan to vote

in the presidential election. Gagel said the class project swayed those 18-year-olds’ thoughts on who the best nominee was. “The students were enlightened by each presentation on the issues and beliefs,” she said. “It did change views on their voting choices and made them feel more informed.” Below is some of the information the advertising students gathered during their research, along with

Jesse Smith John Edwards: I would not vote for him, mainly because of his opinions on education and abortion. Barack Obama: I don’t know if I would vote for him because of him trying to make the national smoking ban. Bill Richardson: I would not vote for him, pro-abortion. Mitt Romney: I like his views on education. John McCain: I might vote for him. I like that he believes the death penalty should not be used on minors. I agree with his views on abortion. I don’t like the religion (view); he seems confused on what his religion is. Mike Huckabee: Disagree with his views on blowing up Iraq. Hillary Clinton: I would not vote for her because of her views on abortion.

Kathryn Anderson Barack Obama: I would not vote for him because he does not have enough experience to run our country. Hillary Clinton: I think she has what it takes to become President, she has the experience and the ambition to run the country. John McCain: I would not vote for him. Mitt Romney: I would not vote for him because he changes his view constantly. John Edwards: I would not vote for him because he is inexperienced. Bill Richardson: I would vote for him because he has enough experience to run the country effectively. Mike Huckabee: I would not vote for him based on his views.

Samantha Scofield John Edwards: I might think about it, but some ideas I don’t like. Barack Obama: Maybe. He supports good things but doesn’t support the country. Bill Richardson: No, I don’t like him. Mitt Romney: No, I would not vote for him because of his issues. John McCain: Not sure. Mike Huckabee: No, I do not like at all.

hopefuls John Edwards, Barack Obama, Hillary Clinton and Bill Richardson, and republican candidates John McCain, Mike Huckabeeand Mitt Romney. Below is a few of the students and their comments. Editor’s Note: These are the opinions of the individual students and in no way reflect the voice of The News Standard. It is important for each registered voter to become informed and make his or her own decision – just make sure to vote.

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John Edwards: I like him, but not the view on education. Barack Obama: I’m not very sure what I think about Obama. Bill Richardson: I don’t very much like him. John McCain: I think he’s a hypocrite. I don’t really agree with all his beliefs, but some. I do agree with him on the war. Mike Huckabee: I agree to build a huge wall on the border and I believe on his religion. I think God should be put back into our schools. Hillary Clinton: I believe she is a very strong woman. I just don’t think that our country is ready for a woman president. I just don’t think she would be ready to address all the issues our country is facing: war, economy. I think she would be too emotional to deal with these issues.

their brief, personal opinions of what they thought about each candidate after hearing their classmates’ presentations. Students discussed an array of nominee platforms, including bioethics, death penalty, abortion, education, environment, religion, gay marriages, health care, immigration, the war and military, poverty and stem cell research. Students presented their opinions about democratic

John Edwards: No, I would not vote for Edwards because of his views on education and because he thinks we should just end the war in Iraq. Barack Obama: I would not vote for Obama because I don’t agree with his plan of taking the troops out of Iraq. I also don’t agree with his views on same sex marriage. Bill Richardson: I don’t agree with his plan on ending the Iraq war or his views on abortion. Mitt Romney: I don’t agree with his Mormon religion or his health care views, but I do agree with his views on education. John McCain: I agree with his views on the death penalty, abortion, education, faith base, gay marriages, immigration, health care and the Iraq war. I will probably vote for John McCain. Mike Huckabee: I agree with his faith base and same sex marriages, but disagree with idea to “nuke” Iraq. Hillary Clinton: I do not agree with her views on abortion. I do agree with her wanting to end the “No Child Left Behind” act. I would consider voting for her.

Sidney Allen Barack Obama: NO! He does not really tell us exactly what he thinks, just what he wants us to hear. I don’t agree with his view on education. What about the average student? Hillary Clinton: I feel that she has already had her chance to run the country. John McCain: I would vote for him. He feels school districts should have creative choice on testing. I agree with his views on abortion. Mitt Romney: I would not vote for him because he flip flops on his views. Mike Huckabee: I would consider voting for him. Bill Richardson: No comment.

John Edwards: Not a good candidate. His views are ill knowledge and not for me. Barack Obama: Good health care, good views on Iraq war. I would consider voting for him. Bill Richardson: Does not provide information on what he will do to change the problems. Would not vote for him. Mitt Romney: Bad views on war, penalty on health care. Education is his strong point. I would consider voting for him. John McCain: Supports vouchers, contradictory claims on religion and education. I would not consider voting for him. Mike Huckabee: Has a mixed view of certain things. I would not consider voting for him. Hillary Clinton: I probably will not vote for her. Her views on abortion is one thing that drives me away from wanting to vote for her. Her opinion on education is very beneficial to teachers and to students.

Daniel Johnson John Edwards: I would not vote for him. He looks up to the rich and down to the middle and lower classes. Barack Obama: I would not vote for him because he didn’t put his hand to his heart for the National Anthem. Bill Richardson: I would not vote for him because he compares everything to New Mexico. Mitt Romney: I would not vote for him because of his religion. John McCain: I would vote for him because he seems like a guy ready to help America. Mike Huckabee: He’s crazy, no vote for me. Hillary Clinton: I would vote for her because she has more experience.

DECA goes to state DECA Advisor, Mrs. Elissa Gagel along with chaperones Mrs. Darlene Lusk and Mr. and Mrs. Don Martin took 17 DECA students to the Galt House in Louisville, Kentucky on March 2nd through March 4th for State Competition. Each student participated in a role-play presentation and did an excellent job. Each made Meade County proud. Some were recognized on stage. The DECA members who participated and their event are as follows: Danielle Billion – 1st place in KY Travel Tourism Essentials; Laura Bruner – 3rd place in Apparel and Accessories Marketing. She will be eligible to go to International Competition in Atlanta, GA; Sara Whelan – Finalist (recognized on stage) in Hotel and Lodging Management; Tiffany Bragg – Finalist (recognized on stage) in Retail Merchandising; Amy Hardesty – Finalist SUBMITTED PHOTOS (recognized on stage) in Accounting Applications Series; Daniel Johnson – Automotive Services Marketing Series; Michele Lusk – Finalist (recognized on stage) in Business Services Marketing Series; Kathryn Anderson – Food Marketing Series; Charlie Backstrom – Sports and Entertainment Marketing Series; Rusty Dietrich – Retail Merchandising; Sidney Allen – Sports and Entertainment Marketing Management Team Decision Making; Jaycee Thiessen - Sports and Entertainment Marketing Management Team Decision Making; Kara Leonhart – Travel and Tourism Marketing Management Team Decision Making; Andrew Hubbard - Travel and Tourism Marketing Management Team Decision Making; Emily Janes – Kentucky Marketing Fundamentals; Matthew Newby – Kentucky Sports Marketing and Shelby Snider – Kentucky Retailing Essentials

Charlie Backstrom Barack Obama: No, I don’t agree. John Edwards: Possibly, I like most ideas of his. Bill Richardson: No. Mitt Romney: No. Mike Huckabee: No, I don’t agree with his same sex issues. Hillary Clinton: No, because of her views on abortion.

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Free Flu Shots-While supplies last, the Meade county Health Department is offering FREE flu shots for ages 3 and up. No appointment is necessary. Call 422-3988 for more information. Meade County Sportsmenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Club is hosting a Kentucky Department of Fish & Wildlife Hunterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Education Class March 13, 14, and 15. Location is at the Meade County Sportsmenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Club building located at the Meade County Fairgrounds. Thursday and Friday classes are at 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., you must attend all 3 classes, must be at least 9 years old to take test. For information contact, Troy Brown 502-618-6931 or David Crigler 270-863-1839 Benefit Auction-March 15, 5 p.m., at the Wolf Creek Fire Department. All proceeds goes to cancer patient Jeanie Burden. For more information call Pat 497-4373 or 497-4413. Meade County Girls Softball-Sign-ups March 8 and 22 must have a copy of original birth certificate before 2008 season begins. Sign up fees are $50 for the 1st player and $25 for each additional player, for discount must live in same household and/or have same guardian. Registration forms, payments and birth certificate must be mailed no later than March 31. Send to Meade County Girls Softball c/o Tom Barr 6125 Brandenburg Road Ekron, KY 40117. Games played Tuesdays and Thursdays at Meade Olin Park.

Tuesday, March 18, 2008 6:00 PM at Lynnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pins $ 10 Donation to play Refreshments will be served Come out and play! Everyone gets a prize! Several items to raffle off that night. Bring a friend & get a special prize! RSVP: 270-422-7500 or E-mail: autumn.mattingly@meade.kyschools.us First come, first play... limited to 40 players. For more information about the Relay for Life Fundraiser, please call 270-668-3433.

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Spencerian College (Louisville) seeks a qualified healthcare professional with relevant degree and/or certification needed to instruct part-time course in Ophthalmic Techniques. Must have clinical experience in o p h t h a l m i c physician office operations. COA or COT certification or eligible candidate required. Submit resumes to Spencerian College, Attn: L Warren, 4627 Dixie Hwy., Louisville, KY 40216 or fax to (502) 447-4574 or lwarren@spencerian. edu. No phone calls please. EOE.

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Crittenden County Board of Education in Marion, KY, is seeking superintendent candidates. Contract begins July 1. Application form and details at www. crittenden.kyschools.us or www.ksba.org. Deadline March 31.

Send resume to: Meade County Board of Education ATTN: Paul Poole, 1155 Old Ekron Road Brandenburg, Ky 40108

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The National Center for Hospitality Studies (NCHS) at Sullivan University has an opening for a Chef Instructor at the Lexington campus. The ideal candidate will possess at minimum an associate degree in culinary arts and five or more years of work experience in the culinary industry at the executive chef level. A bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree and prior teaching experience is preferred. American Culinary Federation certifications are a plus. Sullivan seeks faculty with applied backgrounds who use engaging instructional strategies to bring their experiences into the classroom. Employment duties will include providing instruction in lab and theory classes to meet course objectives while consistently demonstrating and enforcing the centers standards of excellence. Send resume to bgaskin@ sullivan.edu EOE.

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Laborer-The Meade County Water District is accepting applications for this position. The position is full-time with Medical and Dental Plans and Kentucky State Retirement system. Paid vacation and sick leave is available after six-month orientation period. Apply in person at the Meade County Water District office at 1003 Armory Place, Brandenburg. Deadline for submitting an application is March 21, 2008.

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36 acres Breck Co. near Webster, all woods with timber, nice home site, also good hunting. $2,500 an acre. 87.142 acres in Breck Co., near Webster, pasture, woods, perfect hunting, ok for horses or cattle, nice home site, must see to appreciate! 7 acres beautiful creek front property near Cloverport, Breck Co. O.K. for home or cabin, access to Ohio River and boat ramp. Perfect get away.

Approx 21 acres near Lodiburg, Breck Co mostly open lays good, lots of road frontage $44,900.

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28 Acres Breck Co good survey open and wooded, lots of road frontage, only $1,000 DN.

1-6 acres in Meade County near Fort Knox. Ok for single or doublewides homes. County water and electric available, owner financing.

71.5 acres has mobile home, nice barn, pond open and wooded, lots of county road frontage $149,900. 8 + acres at dead end road open and trees lays good, great building site only $500 DN. 12.1 acres Breck Co lays good has pond mostly open has frontage on Sinking Creek only $900 DN. 39.5 acres Breck Co Webster area mostly open great building sites or small farm only $2,100 per acre.

5 acres and 7.7 acres near Irvington Beautiful home site, ok for horses or cattle, must see to appreciate!

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4 + or - acre house – 3 BR, 1 BA, county water, well, 30x50 metal building, located in Garrett. 10 minutes from Fort Knox, possible owner financing, $125,500. Call 270-547-8279. Lake Homes for sale on Barren River Lake! 2 beautiful lake homes in Walnut Ridge Gated Community. Visit (www. lakehouse.com) for details. Ad numbers 36758 & 27410. Phone 270-622-0766 or 270-793-4747.

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www.kentucky-land.com Wooded building lots, located near Otter Creek Park, in Forest Ridge Estates, county water, streets will be paved, “restricted to Houses”. $24,900 Financing Available for Everyone! 270-828-2222. Building Lots in Milstead Estates, located near Flaherty in Hwy 144, city water available, streets will be paved “restricted to houses.” $29,900. Financing Available for Everyone! www. kentucky-land.com, 270-828-2222. Home in Vine grove, 3 bedroom, 1 ½ baths, city water and sewers, completely remodeled with new kitchen, new bathrooms, new drywall, new laminated hardwood floors and carpets, located in Vine Grove on Shelton Street. $74,900. Financing Available for Everyone! www.kentucky-land. com, 270-828-2222. 6.4 acres, on Hwy. 228, 6 miles from Brandenburg, city water available, lays nice for a home. $34,900 Financing Available for Everyone! www. kentucky-land.com, 270-828-2222. 1 acre with DoubleWide Home, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, city water, large deck front, side and rear of home. Located off U.S. Hwy. 60 on Thompson Ln. $64,900 Financing Available for Everyone! www.kentyucky-land. com, 270-828-2222. 5 acres set-up for Double-Wide Home, with city water, septic, electric, located between Otter Creek Park and Doe Valley off Hwy. 1638 and Hwy. 933 in the Woods. $39,900 Financing Available for Everyone! www.kentucky-land. com, 270-828-2222. 1 to 6 acre lake front lots on Rough River Lake, city water, long lake frontage, in a new development. Starting @ 22,900 Financing Available for Everyone! www.Kentucky-land. com, 270-828-2222. 2 acres with 16’x 80’ Mobile Home, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, city water, new laminate hardwood flooring and new carpet in bedrooms, fresh paint very clean and nice, located off Hwy.79 near Irvington. $49,900 Financing Available for Everyone! www.Kentucky-land. com, 270-828-2222. 4 bedroom double wide home on 1.7 acres has over 2000 Sq.ft of living space, 2 baths, new hardwood laminated floors, new carpet and new paint. Located off U.S. Hwy. 60 and ShotHunt Road $84,900 Financing Available for Everyone! www. Kentucky-land.com, 270-828-2222. Mobile Home and 1 acre of land, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths city water, new carpet and flooring, nice and clean. Located off old Ekron Road near Brandenburg. $49,900 Financing Available for Everyone! www.Kentucky-land. com, 270-828-2222. Double Wide Home and Garage on 1 acre of land, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, city water, beautiful home on permanent block foundation on paved road, very clean and nice. Located in the Woods Estates off Hwy. 933 and Hwy 1638. $84,000 Financing Available for Everyone! www.Kentucky-land. com, 270-828-2222.

Alcoholics Anonymous, Alcohalt House, 2254 Fairgrounds Road, meets Sunday through Thursday, 8 p.m.; Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. Call 422-1050. Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous Meetings held at the Acceptance Place 1370 Hwy. 79 in Irvington, Ky. Alcoholics Anonymous meetings held every Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Wednesday nights at 8 p.m. Narcotics Anonymous meeting held Monday nights at 8 p.m. For more info, call 270-547-0347 or 270-547-0445. Al-Anon meets every Sunday and Tuesday, 8 p.m.., Alcohalt House. For more information, call 497-4885. The OPEN DOOR ALTEEN group meets Thursday at 8 p.m. at The Alcohalt House. For more information, call 497-4885. Report a crime, new tip line 270-422-HOPE (4673), the tip line is totally anonymous, and your identity cannot be revealed.

#1 Truck Driving School. Training for Swift, Werner & Others. Dedicated/ Regional/ Local. Approx. $50,000$70,000 yearly. Home weekly! 1-800-883-0171 Open 7 days a week. Attn Drivers: HOME WEEKENDS! GET PAID 40¢ PER MILE, Tarp Pay & 6% Bonus! CDL-A & 6 mo. flatbed exp. req’d. W.V.T. 800-246-6305 www. wvtonline.com. Driver- $5K Sign-On Bonus for experienced teams: Dry van & Temp control. Solo jobs also available: Regional & OTR. O/Os & CDL-A Grads welcome. Call Covenant (866)684-2519. EOE. Driver- Home weekends! Co. Drivers up to .42cpm. O/O .90 cpm + FSC. 1 year T/T experience, Good MVR, Stable work history req. Epes Transport (888)849-1011 www.epestransport.com. DriverKNIGHT Tr a n s p o r t a t i o n Indianapolis, IN Division. A Career that works for you! OTR. 7 on/7 off. 4 on/4 off. Casual/ On Call. 888-346-4639. Owner Ops: 800-437-5907. 4 months OTR Required. Drivers: ASAP! Sign-On Bonus 35-42 cpm. Earn over $1000 weekly. Excellent benefits. Need CDL-A and 3 mos recent OTR 800-535-8669. Drivers- CDL-A. The grass is Greener at PTL. Students welcome- excellent training program. Co. Drivers earn up to 46 cpm. Owner operators earn 1.21 cpm. 22 yrs of age, 12 mos OTR. No Forced Northeast! Co. Drivers call: 800-848-0405 O. Operators call: 877-774-3533 www.ptlinc.com. Drivers- Great home time & pay! Company or lease purchase. Health, vision & dental. Direct Deposit. CDL-A and 3 Mos. Experience Req’d. 800-441-4271 ext. KY-100. DriversImmediate openings for Regional & OTR drivers! CLD-A w/ tanker req’d. Premium pay & Benefits. Call 877-484-3061 or visit us at www. oakleytransport.com. Flatbed DriversCompetitive pay + Bonuses. Consistent home time, great benefits. Accepting recent grads. 23 YO, 1yr. OTR, CDL-A. Smithway Motor Xpress 888-619-7607 www. smxc.com. Guaranteed Weekly Settlement Check... Join Wil-Trans Lease Operator Program. Get the benefits of being a lease operator without any of the risk. 888-229-8712. Must be 23. No Truck Driver Experience Needed- No Problem. WilTrans Trucking will teach you how to drive. Company Sponsored CDL Training. Be OTR in One Week. 888-428-6374. Must be 23.

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By Samantha Weaver •Legislators in Vermont once found it necessary to outlaw whistling while underwater. •Historians say that Mary, Queen of Scots was informed of the murder of her husband, Lord Darnley, in 1567 while she was playing golf. She must have been quite a dedicated sportswoman (or an indifferent wife) because they also say that she completed the round. •It was poet, philosopher and satirist Horace, who lived in the first century BC, who made the following sage observation: "He who postpones the hour of living is like the rustic who waits for the river to run out before he crosses." •As summer approaches, you might want to remember that there are 3,500 known species of mosquitoes. Then again, you might want to forget that fact. 51 Wage earner's woe DOWN 1 Commercials 2 Acknowledge applause 3 Forcibly detain 4 Old hat 5 Oodles 6 Anti 7 Small barrel 8 "Merci" 9 Fair share, often 10 Desire 11 Practice

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•Did you know that there is an honest-to-goodness royal palace in the United States? The Iolani Palace in Honolulu was built in 1882 for Hawaiian King David Kalakaua, the islands' second-to-last ruler. It was full of modern amenities -- it had electric lighting even before the White House.

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•It seems no one can adequately explain the reason why women tend to strike matches away from themselves while men tend to strike them toward themselves. •In the language known as Ewe, spoken by some natives of West Africa, the concepts of "yesterday" and "tomorrow" are expressed by the same word. If you were to translate that word literally into English, you'd come up with "not now. Thought for the Day: "We spend our time searching for security and hate it when we get it." —John Steinbeck

Horoscopes

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By Henry Boltinoff

ARIES (March 21 to April 19) You could have some problems with doubters who don't share your enthusiasm for that new project you're supporting. But use the facts to win them over to your side.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Someone is impressed by how you managed to get your case to the right people, despite attempts to keep you on the outside looking in. Expect to hear more about this.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Good for you -- your gift for seeing both sides of a dispute helps cool down a potentially explosive workplace situation. Some family-related tensions also begin to ease.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Your determination to prove yourself is put to the test by midweek. Counting all the positive factors you have going for you will help you get over your selfdoubt. Good luck.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) Several co-workers are still determined to resist coming over to your side. But don't let that stop you from presenting your proposal to the people who count. Stay the course.

VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) You might prefer to be taken on faith and not have to prove yourself. But the truth is, you need to offer more facts if you hope to persuade people to accept what you say.

LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) A family situation takes an unwelcome turn. While others might be looking around for answers, you'll soon sort it all out logically, and the matter will be resolved.

SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Someone might try to create doubt about your reliability for his or her own agenda. But your reputation and your colleagues' long-standing faith in you saves the day.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) An unexpected change of plans forces you to come up with an alternative by the end of the week. Look for colleagues to offer valuable suggestions.

Last Week’s Solutions

CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Nothing upsets the Goat as much as broken promises. But before you vent your anger, consider that this could ultimately prove to be a blessing in disguise.

AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) An old workplace problem you thought you had solved for good resurfaces. But this time, co-workers will take a more active role in helping you deal with it.

PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Be careful not to be misled by a negative reaction to one of your more important projects. If you believe in it, then it has worth and is, therefore, worth staying with.

BORN THIS WEEK: Everyone appreciates your gift for finding beauty, even where it seems least

FEATURE

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LIVING ON THE

EDGE By Don White

Kenneth, a native of Missouri, were wed. More than 41 of her 59 years have been spent in Fulton County, including the last 31 at her Kentucky home in what the locals call â&#x20AC;&#x153;Bessie Bend.â&#x20AC;? Having a home in Kentucky with a Tennessee address has some disadvantages, but theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re overcome via cooperation from officials in the Volunteer state. Barbaraâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s three grandchildren are taken by their parents to the KentuckyTennessee state line, some five miles from their home, where they meet a school bus which transports them to Tiptonville, Tenn. They are following in the tradition of their parents, all graduates of schools in Lake County, Tenn. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I consider myself a Kentuckian, but my children will tell you they donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t,â&#x20AC;? says Barbara, lamenting the fact they even prefer to do their shopping in Tennessee. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I go to Hickman to shop because prices are cheaper there, and thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no sales tax on food. My friends and I love our little dollar store in Hickman. I do go to church in Lake County, because itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s so far to drive to Hickmanâ&#x20AC;&#x153;. Emergency medical services are also provided out of Tennessee. Bookmobile service was provided out of Kentucky until Barbara decided to discontinue it. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Who has time to read,â&#x20AC;? she asks. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Some people come out here and just canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t understand why we want to live so far from everything, but we canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t imagine living anywhere else,â&#x20AC;? says Barbara. Eckman and Sylvia have heard similar sentiments expressed by people visiting their remote residence. The two homesteads at each end of the state couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be more different.

Thick-forested mountains seemingly reach for the sky all around the Blankenship home, while Lynnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s house is surrounded by endless green flatlands. The area around Barbaraâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s home goes by several different names including Kentucky Bend, New Madrid Bend, and Bessie. It is a piece of land at a hairpin turn of the Mississippi, containing about 17 square miles. The peninsula is surrounded by Missouri and Tennessee. The only highway into the area is Route 22 out of Tennessee. The exclave was created due to the shift in the course of the Mississippi following the New Madrid Earthquakes of 1811 and 1812. These same quakes were responsible for the creation of nearby Reel Foot Lake in Tennessee. Once a major cotton-producing area due to extremely fertile soil, Kentucky Bend had 300 residents around 1870. The number had fallen to 17 as of the 2000 census. Barbaraâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s son, Donald, taps his boot against the ground he has farmed for years and declares it is solid, but heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not so sure the folks up river will be so safe in the event of a future quake. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The ground up from here is a lot looser,â&#x20AC;? he declares. Shaky ground is something Eckman and Sylvia take for granted. Sometimes the blasts from nearby strip mines provide all the stirring her beans require. Familiar sounds and sights, living a healthy lifestyle, and having family and friends nearby are important to the parents of 10 children, two of whom are deceased and resting in a family plot nearby, as is typical in the mountains. They miss the days when

PINS sets 2008 event agenda By Pat Bowen PINS PR Chairman

Putting the finishing touches on the Pets In Need Society (PINS) 2008 event schedule was accomplished at the February meeting at Little Daveâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. The 21 people present also got an update on the progress of the spruce-up/ renovation of the Meade County Animal Shelter. Dates already determined at the January meeting were: Yard Sale on May 10 with a rain day of May 17; Run Your Tail Off walk/ run on May 31; Pet Festival on Sept. 27, and the Wreath Festival Nov. 30 to Dec. 5. After discussion at the February meeting, the Bowling for PINS event will be scheduled on April 19. Vice President Jennifer

Marshall passed around pictures of the action at the work day at the shelter. The front room was painted and new, donated furniture was added to the room. Some work was done in the office area as well. The high school art department will be designing and executing a mural both inside and outside the shelter. Additionally, new member Mandy Wayne stated that the Moose Lodge was planning to make PINS the recipient of their March public outreach project, and they would try to fill PINS wish list for the shelter. Since it has been seven years since the shelter was renovated, much cleaning, painting, and repairs are needed. PINS volunteers will be working more on the facility when the weather

improves later this spring. Marshall mentioned the membership might be concerned with some legislation being considered by the General Assembly which makes animal abuse or neglect a felony, upgrading it from a misdemeanor. There were 113 calls to the PINS phone line, resulting in 73 vouchers being sent to requestors. Twenty of the requestors had adopted animals from the shelter. In January there had been 50 spay/neuter vouchers redeemed, with 22 of them being for former shelter animals. The membership was very pleased with the higher shelter adoption rates. The next regular meeting will be March 24, 7 p.m,, at Little Daveâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s.

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The Blankenships outside their home with Tucky checking out the foundation. The state of Virginia lies just a few feet up the road to their left. LEFT: Barbara Lynn , center, outside her home with daughter Mary â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Lucyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Reynolds and son Donald.

their sloping yard was filled with youngsters playing marbles and pitching horseshoes. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We played hard, worked hard, and when it got dark, everybody went to bed, then got up at daylight and went to the corn field,â&#x20AC;? she comments. The couple is looking forward to spring and planting their garden, something theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve never been without. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Life was better when everybody had a garden,â&#x20AC;? she says. The nearest grocery is 14 miles away in the community of Phelps. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got a Pic Pac, and I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know how many restaurantsâ&#x20AC;Śa couple maybe. Pic Pac is pretty good. They got more than I can buy, but you canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t find nothing to eat there,â&#x20AC;? she says. Most of her nearest neighbors travel to Wal-marts in Pikeville or Williamstown, West Virginia, but not Sylvia. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t see no call for that,â&#x20AC;? she says. Modern conveniences have been slow in coming to the mountains, and in particular to the Blankenshipsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; corner of the state. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We used a gasoline stove and a gasoline washing machine before we got power,â&#x20AC;? she says. Today, they still keep a fire in their coal stove to supplement their

heat pump. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d freeze to death if we didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t keep a fire too,â&#x20AC;? she says. How they finally came to obtain electricity in 1983 was a bit unusual,, according to Sylvia. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Eckman was reading in the paper where Wallace Wilkinson said heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d give an air conditioner or fan to anyone in the state who didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have one. When he read that, he told me to write that son-of-a-gun and tell him that if heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d put the juice up here, he could afford to buy his own air conditioner.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;I did, and thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s how we got the juice,â&#x20AC;? she said. Barbara Lynn has electricity. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s water thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s more of a concern for her, and in more ways than one. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have our own well system back here, but weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d give anything if we could get city water. It ends at the state line,â&#x20AC;? she said. The water she could do without comes when the mighty Mississippi flows over the levee, leaving her cut off from the mainland. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Two years ago my daughter Lucy and her two kids had to stay in town for two weeks so they could get to school,â&#x20AC;? she said, between glances at a TV set tuned to the local weather conditions placing the Mississippi at

31.2 feet above flood stage. â&#x20AC;&#x153;At 38 and a half feet it will be over the road and weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be blocked,â&#x20AC;? she said. One canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t help getting the impression that other than the inconvenience caused for her grandchildren, being blocked in for awhile is not a major concern. Just like Eckman and Sylvia Blankenship, Barbara Lynn has seldom traveled far from home and has no desire to do so in the future. â&#x20AC;&#x153;People sometimes visit me and say â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Why do you want to live way back here?â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s our life. And if you love something, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re gonna stick with it. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve ever known. As a kid, I had to stay here and chop and pick cotton, but I never minded it then and I still donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t. I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t like to cook or clean house. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d rather be outside chopping beans or weeding.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is my home, and I love it.â&#x20AC;? Sounds a lot like something thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been said before. Columnist Don White has served as editor at several Kentucky newspapers. His Ken&Tucky features are published throughout the state. Contact him at don.kenandtucky@yahoo.com.

Eckman and Sylvia Blankenship can step down from their front porch, take a few steps left, and be in Virginia. If Barbara Lynn did the same thing, sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d be on the bank of the Mississippi River, looking into Missouri. No Kentucky residents could be farther apart. The little farm house at 1156 Lower Right Fork of Lower Elk Creek, Stopover, Ky., is the only home Sylvia has known for 74 of her 84 years. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s where she was born and reared until age 16 when Eckman, now a spirited 91, came over from Virginia and claimed her as his bride. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We lived on his side of the mountain for awhile, but we came back here in 1950,â&#x20AC;? she said between trips to the kitchen to check on a kettle of pinto beansboiling on the stove. Leave the Blankenshipsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; driveway in Pike County, travel west for 512 miles across Kentucky through a portion of Tennessee, then back into Kentucky, and youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll arrive at 1412 Stepp Road, Tiptonville, Tenn., the home of 59-year-old Barbara Lynn. This is where she and her late husband, Kenneth, raised a daughter and two sons, all of whom live nearby and help out on the 2,300-acre family farm, raising beans, corn, and wheat. Barbara looks out the picture window of her comfortable farm home, pointing to the spot between the house and workshop where her husband took his last steps in 2001. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He died while working on the farm, just the way he wanted it. He loved his life here, all the hard work, the plentiful hunting and fishing.â&#x20AC;? Her only other home was in Chicago when she and

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Honored From page B1 Each of the team’s members and coaches were also recognized and commended for their hard work and dedication this season. Thirteen awards were then honored to eleven different wrestlers for their superior athleticism and sportsmanship dem-

onstrated both on and off the mat. Quickest pin (18 seconds), Ethan Medley; most pins, Ethan Medley; most take downs Arthur Ohmes; most reversals James Childress; most escapes Branden Wyatt; most improved senior C.J. Crow; most improved junior Tanner Cole; most improved sophomore Dylan Pike, most improved freshmanZach Uhlig; best winning

percentage, C.J. Crow; 110 percent award, James Childress and season MVP Justin Geary. “I’m really going to miss each and every one of these guys,” Davis said about his wrestlers. “We’ve had a lot of leaders ... some that were first-year wrestlers. But everyone of them wrestled hard and did what was expected of them ... We had a good year.”

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Eighth grade wrestlers are Ryan Bruner, Oscar Burgos, Bill Carter, Cody Hoskins, Garrett Kenealy, Lance Kelly, Denver Matthews and John Miller.

Freshmen wrestlers are Andy Branscum, Trevor Campbell, Austin Curtis, Dakota Kelley, Jordan Leonard, Blake Robbins and Zach Uhlig.

Sophomore wrestlers are Cole Aebersold, Austin Bejosano, Joey Carter, James Childress, Tyler Crow, Nelson Mason, Dylan Pike and Nathan Polston.

ABOVE: Eleven wrestlers were presented with special honors. LEFT: Senior Justin Geary receives the team MVP trophy. BELOW: Managers are Amy Hardesty, Hannah Huffines, Helen Ohmes, Jalisa Shacklett and Jessica Walters. THE NEWS STANDARD/ LAURA SAYLOR

Junior wrestlers are Tanner Cole, Ethan Medley, Thomas Damico-Roach, John Paul Huffines, Joseph Millay, Jeff Mitchell and Dennis Satterfield.

Senior wrestlers are Cody Bruce, C.J. Crow, Bobby Fuqua, Justin Geary, Arthur Ohmes, Antonio Stewart and Branden Wyatt.

By Mark Vasto A Sporting View If you’ve ever driven through Wisconsin in the summer, you marvel at the beauty of the land and wonder how it could ever square with the Wisconsin that football fans get to know each winter. Summer is lakes teeming with perch, wildflowers rolling over the hills, dairy cows and ice-cream mills, local honey and freshbrewed beer ... yeah, I like Wisconsin. Since the departure of Vince Lombardi, Green Bay has endured as one of the NFL’s backwater towns. Too small a market to gain much national publicity, it was a quirk, an oddity even. While the rest of the sporting world was naming its franchises after devils and bullets and missiles and dinosaurs, Green Bay sported a plain “G” on its helmets and sold its shares to the public. Then along came Brett “Country” Favre, and everything changed. Favre first came onto our radar in 1989, when he engineered a game-winning drive for the Southern Mississippi Golden Eagles over sixth-ranked Florida State. Then, after miraculously surviving a car crash, Favre led Southern Miss to a comeback victory over Gene Stallings’ Alabama Crimson Tide. The legend was born. In the NFL, Favre’s career got off to a slow start. The football geniuses that handled the Atlanta Falcons de-

cided he wasn’t worth a shot (Jerry Glanville once commented that “it would take a plane crash” before he’d put Favre in a game) and traded him to Green Bay. The Packers were, at the time, led by Don “Majik Man” Majkowski, but after falling to injury in the third game of the 1992 season, Favre got the call. Favre never missed a game until his retirement this year -- a total of 253 starts. He won three MVP awards and won a Super Bowl (took the Packers to two), and holds records for most career passing touchdowns, completions, pass attempts and wins by a starting quarterback. In 2007, Favre posted some of the best numbers of his career, winning 13 games, passing for 4,155 yards and taking the team to within a quarter of the Super Bowl. Then and only then, on his own terms, the 38-year-old warrior decided he had had enough. “I know I can still play, but it’s like I told my wife, I’m just tired mentally,” Favre told ESPN’s Chris Mortensen in a voice mail announcing his retirement. “I’m just tired. ... If I felt like coming back, the only way for me to be successful would be to win a Super Bowl. “To go to the Super Bowl and lose would almost be worse than anything else. Anything less than a Super Bowl win would be unsuccessful.” In Titletown, nobody knew more about success than Brett Favre and the Packer Backers he so ably served.

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