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Fiscal Court meeting begins naughty, ends nice By Laura Saylor editor@thenewsstandard.com Tuesday’s Fiscal Court meeting began pugnaciously as former Planning and Zoning Code Enforcement Officer Hank Schaffner spoke during the public session, and asked several specific questions to individual members of

Fiscal Court and County Attorney Margaret Matney. During the regular monthly meeting held at the courthouse, Schaffner argued that he was terminated from his position as code enforcement officer by Fiscal Court, while Meade County Judge/Executive Harry Craycroft rebutted that Schaffner was not

fired but resigned by his own design. The position of code enforcement officer has been vacant since mid-November when Schaffner resigned/was fired. The decision came down to an ultimatum presented by Craycroft — which was supported by magistrates Tom Goddard and Steve Wardrip — that Schaffner not carry a weapon

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while on duty. If Schaffner would not relinquish his gun, Craycroft had said he would no longer be the county’s code enforcement officer. A recommendation to fill the position was recently made by the Planning and Zoning Committee, though its recommendation was not accepted by motion by Fiscal Court at a special meeting held

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By Laura Saylor editor@thenewsstandard.com BRANDENBURG — City council members welcomed Mark Philburn, with the Kentucky League of Cities, to its regular monthly meeting held Monday at city hall and discussed a program he’s offering to help local cops boost their physical fitness. Through a pilot program being organized by the Kentucky League of Cities, Philburn said all five of the city’s police officers would receive free memberships to a local gym for six months where they would workout for at least one hour, three days a week. Philburn would then track the amount of sick days and workers compensation filings there are after the workout regiment begins, to see if offering health programs can increase the physical wellness

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Waste not, want not Unused trash collection equipment to be auctioned off By Laura Saylor editor@thenewsstandard.com The Meade County Solid Waste Advisory Committee welcomed local auctioneer Stephen Barr to its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, and discussed the proposal of having Barr auction off the county’s garbage trucks that are no longer in use. Barr, of Barr Auction and Realty Company, said he would voluntarily offer his services to help sell eight vehicles that the county no longer uses now that it has contracted its trash collection service to a separate company. Meade County Solid Waste Coordinator Mark Gossett recommended having Barr auction the equipment, saying it was a good way to support a local business. “With the Barr name and reputation, I’m sure we’ll get a good

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April 29. In lieu of the recent attention to filling the position, Schaffner appeared at Tuesday’s meeting and asked several pointed questions about his former job. “Did the fact that before the election I had to send you a letter

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Funding cuts have finance officer in tears Meade County schools to suffer from lack of funding By Jorena D. Faulkner jorena@thenewsstandard.com

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Clinton predicted to win Kentucky primary Staff report On May 20, voters in Kentucky will have their opportunity to vote for their democratic presidential candidate: New York Sen. Hillary Clinton or Illinois Sen. Barack Obama. A record number of voters have registered within the Commonwealth, and Tuesday’s primary is predicted to have one of the highest turnouts in state history. In March, presidential candidate John McCain clinched the republican nomination after sweeping Texas, Ohio, Vermont and Rhode Island primaries, which put him above the 1,191 delegates needed to secure the GOP spot. Since then, Obama and Clinton have engaged in what has been called by national news sources one of — if not the — closest gubernatorial race in decades. According to Rasmussen Reports, a survey of Kentucky voters shows Clinton leading Obama by 25 percentage points, 56 percent to 31 percent. Seventy-eight percent of the Commonwealth’s Likely Primary Voters say they’re likely to vote for Clinton over McCain in the general election, and 55 percent are likely to vote for Obama over McCain. Clinton and Obama are head to head with vot-

ers under the age of 30, though Clinton has been leading with voters over the age of 30 according to other states’ primary results. Nationally, Obama leads among those who consider the war in Iraq as the most important issue of the 2008 campaign, while Clinton leads among voters who consider social issues — such as schools and health care — priorities in the democratic race. Kentucky shares its primary day with Oregon, then the primary trail leads to Idaho on May 27 (Republican), then Puerto Rico on June 1 (Democratic). The 2008 primary season ends on June 3 with voters taking to the polls in New Mexico (Republican), Montana (Democratic) and South Dakota (both parties). Election day in all 50 states and the District of Columbia is Nov. 4, during which voters cast votes for balloted presidential candidates, which in turn select their states’ Electoral College members. Members of the U.S. Electoral College then meet on Dec. 15 to vote for the president and vice president. Their votes are tallied Jan. 6, 2009, and the victorious candidate is sworn in as leader of United States of America on Inauguration Day, which is Jan. 20, 2009.

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The Republican Party has had its presidential candidate named since March, when Arizona Sen. John McCain won four primary elections to capture the nomination with 1,409 delegates. Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee bowed out of the Republican race on March 4 with 275 delegates; former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney dropped out Feb. 7 with 255 delegates, and former two-term mayor of New York City, Rudy Giuliani, ended his presidential run Jan. 30 with no delegates. McCain ran for the GOP slot in 2000, but dropped out of the race in March after losing on Super Tuesday. He then endorsed George W. Bush through the remainder of the 2000 presidential campaign.

BRANDENBURG — Budget cuts in educational funding were the focal point during the regular monthly meeting of the Meade County Board of Education held Tuesday night at the Board of Education. “We knew it was going to hurt,” said Susan Fackler, Meade County Board of Education finance offi- By the numbers cer. Meade County The Support schools lost Education Excel- $168,000 in lence in Kentucky transportation (SEEK) funding funding, and program is a for- had an increase mula driven al- of $150,000 in projected fuel location of state costs. provided funds to local school dis- The county’s tricts. The formula preschool includes funding program fundfor transporta- ing was cut by 25 percent tion costs and spe- — more than cial needs stu- $180,000. dents as reported by districts. According to information contained in the 2008-2009 tentative budget for Meade County schools provided by Fackler, the latest SEEK base increased by $44 per child, monies which had been earmarked to fund an already approved one percent salary raise totaling $370,000 to school employees. However, the transportation segment of funding decreased by $168,000 and as a result, the net increase in SEEK funding will only be $47,000 — not enough to cover the one percent raise. The board will now have to dip into its contingency fund, which currently sits at $3.2 million, to move forward with the salary payroll increase. Another budget concern has been the cost of diesel fuel for school transportation. This year, the school board will spend approximately $400,000 in fuel, and has projected an increase of $150,000 for the 2008-2009 school year, bringing the total potential fuel budget to $550,000.

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‘Toe Roaster’ performance to offer laughs for a good cause By Chelsey Garris chelsey@thenewsstandard.com An evening of comedic relief is heading towards Meade County High School’s new auditorium. A “Toe Roaster” will be performed by three nationally acclaimed entertainers on Saturday, May 17. Troy Jones, Wynn Varble and Bryan Kennedy are three country music song writers who have composed hit songs for stars such as Kenny Chesney and Garth Brooks

— just to name a few. These three musicians are now involved in a comedy production that takes place around a campfire, or “toe roaster.” While the performance aims to get audience laughs and chuckles, it also offers provoking thoughts about the group’s personal experiences and life in general. The “Toe Roaster” has been held at large convention centers and small town theaters across the country for several years. Making its first appearance in Branden-

burg, the upcoming show will help benefit Relay for Life — a nationwide event that helps raise money for cancer research. Jennifer Wright and Elissa Gagel, local Relay for Life team captains, generated the idea to host the “Toe Roaster” after hearing about the theatrical trio from Dennis Farmer, another local Relay for Life advocate. Wright said the show is bound

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Saturday’s “Toe Roaster” features the work of comedians Troy Jones, Wynn Varble and Bryan Kennedy. COURTESY PHOTO

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Naughty From page A1 about you being in violation of the Meade County ordinance of not getting a building permit, would that have anything to do with you asking for me to be fired?” Schaffner asked directly to Magistrate Goddard. Goddard said he was not upset with Schaffner and that incident had no influence on his vote to have Schaffner surrender his weapon. After hearing Goddard’s response, Schaffner read from a sworn statement by Diana Fackler — former administrative assistant for the planning and zoning office — that was dated Nov. 19, 2007, in which she attested to a conversation with Goddard held on Nov. 16, 2007. Schaffner read, “‘(Goddard) wasn’t very happy that he was told he needed a building permit for a shed. He said he thought it was stupid that anyone would have to get a building permit for a shed.” Goddard did not make any lengthy comment. Schaffner then addressed Magistrate Randall Hardesty and questioned him about receiving two horses from a country resident — who is

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An overall 16 percent cut of the Special Revenue Fund, which is derived from state grants, affected extended school services (ESS) that provide extra in-school and after-school tutoring. Taking the hardest hit, ESS — percent wise — led with a staggering 65 per-

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not in his district — in July of 2007. “(The resident) said they wanted to give (the horses) away because they didn’t want any more trouble from the county, because the county had been harassing them for having a mare and colt in their backyard,” Hardesty said. “They said they would rather just give them away to somebody who would give them a good home … and that’s all I understood from it.” Schaffner asked Hardesty if he advised these residents that they did not have to get rid of their horses — pertaining to the five acre policy — because Fiscal Court had “ordered that not to be enforced.” As Hardesty answered that he didn’t know anything about that situation, Craycroft intervened and asked Schaffner to make his point and cease badgering Fiscal Court members. “Would you stop singling out individuals of the court, sir?” Craycroft said. “ If you want to get on me, you get on me ... You were not fired. You were given the choice to give up your weapon and remain in your job or keep your weapon and be relieved. You chose to keep your weapon, therefore, you were relieved by your

choice.” written in The News StanCraycroft said planning dard and The Meade Counand zoning and Fiscal Court ty Messenger, pointing out are in the process of filing the what he deemed to be flaws position and “moving down or misconceptions, such as a the road,” and asked Schaff- statement that Schaffner was ner to end his discussion un- violating a policy by carryless he had ing a weapa specific on. Schaffpoint to ner said he make. found no reSchaffner cord of such said he did a policy. He have a point also stated to make that he was and then fired while continued he was on to question sick leave. Hardesty Schaffner about the then turned horses, askhis attention ing if he — to Craycroft —Harry Craycroft, an elected and began official County Judge/Executive asking ques— made tions about money by his duties acquiring as county the horses. judge/exHardesty said he did not, ecutive. and is taking care of the “Do you feel like you have horses at his own cost. enforced all of Meade CounSchaffner then addressed ty’s ordinances?” Schaffner Magistrate Wardrip, spur- asked Craycroft. ring Craycroft to request “To the best of my ability,” Schaffner stop “picking on Craycroft said. Fiscal Court members.” Also discussed during “If you want to get on me, Tuesday’s meeting was E-911 that’s fine,” Craycroft said. coordinator Bill Lacey’s con“But I’m not going to allow tract. It expired in May, and you to get on these Fiscal through a written request Court members.” to Craycroft, Lacey said he Schaffner then recited sev- would not renew his term. eral passages from articles 911 director Mark Bennett

said he will research the success other counties have had with hiring part-time help from college students to help with the updating of the county’s road mapping and GPS system that is imperative to Phase II of the E-911 program, until a replacement for Lacey is found. In a motion that carried 5-2, Solid Waste and Recycling Coordinator Mark Gossett’s request to have four part-time employees rotate to fill two full-time positions at the trash and recycle center was approved, with magistrates Herbie Chism and Tony Staples casting the dissenting votes. A motion then passed unanimously for solid waste and recycling to apply $150,000 of its roughly $292,000 available funds to the $450,000 debt it owes the county. In a separate motion that also passed unanimously, Fiscal Court voted to have $270,000 loaned by the county to the solid waste and recycle center written off as bad debt. Sheriff Butch Kerrick announced the sheriff’s department had $19,957.68 in excess fees to present to Fiscal Court, but asked if the money, instead, would be kept within the sheriff’s department to help pay the sal-

ary of an undercover officer that has been very successful in cracking down on drug use in the county. Kerrick said the money would be used for the officer’s 2008-09 salary and other costs generated by the department’s drug program that are currently being absorbed by the sheriff’s department budget. A motion to have the excess fees remain within the sheriff’s department passed unanimously. Several appointments of personnel to serve on various county boards were also accepted unanimously by Fiscal Court members. Fiscal Court also unanimously approved the following planning and zoning commission recommendations: Applicant Mark Hunt’s request for five acres on 4070 Garrett Road in Ekron, Ky., to change from R-1/Residential to B-2/Highway Business; Applicant Gene McGehee’s request for parcel 53.01 on Garrett Road in Ekron, Ky., to change from R-4/Residential and A-2/Agricultural to R-1/ Residential; Applicant Bryon Grimes’ request for parcel 17 (Swan Lane and Shot Hunt Road) in Vine Grove, Ky., (Swan Division, lots 10-12, 18, 19 and 21) to change from A-2/Agricultural to R-1/ Residential.

cent or $144, 621 decrease. A second devastating blow came with cuts to professional development programs at 63 percent, costing the board an additional $64,445 in much needed funding. Additional losses were attributed to safe school programming with a 58 percent drop equivalent to $37,000. However, the final blow came to the county’s preschool programming with a 25 percent cut totaling more than $180,000. “We had all heard where

the state was going to cut our budget the most was in our Special Revenue Fund,” Fackler said. “We got these numbers a couple of Fridays ago. I cried. Some of them I expected, but some of them I didn’t expect. Our preschool program was hit by 25 percent — that is where I really didn’t expect it.” “This is probably the first year since I’ve been superintendent we’ve been able to shift and do things and use some of our contingency,” said superintendent

ing to continue to pick up some of the services. “All things on the table, we’ll be having a principals’ meeting on Thursday and we’ll be discussing field trips and things like that,” Crump said. “Therefore, opportunities may be limited, but we will try to do what we need to do. We

are looking at trying to be creative and be more efficient … that’s what we’re doing. “Costs are going up and there’s no new revenue coming in. It is a very lean budget, but it’s something we’re just going to have to deal with. All things are very tough everywhere.”

“You were not fired. You chose to keep your weapon, therefore, you were relieved by your own choice.”

Mitch Crump. “But this will probably be the first year that we’ll actually see services for kids reduced.” Crump said that the board will look at other financial possibilities — such as use of monies contained in the general fund — and trimming down other areas to free up fund-

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In the April 11 issue of The school shooting. Elizabeth News Standard, I reported Cauffman — associate proon the 100 percent safety fessor of psychology and survey the Meade social behavior County school sysat University of tem received from Away with California Irvine — Words the Kentucky Censays kids are safer ter for School Safety in school than any(KCSS) after an where else. observation and in“There are many terview of 2,645 stumisconceptions dents, teachers, and about the prevaparents. I subselence of youth vioquently received an lence in our society e-mail from a reader and it is important challenging not only Jorena Faulkner to peel back the the findings of the veneer of hot-temKCSS, but also the pered discourse comments made by school that often surrounds the isSuperintendent Mitch sue. While it is important Crump and School Safety to carefully review the cirCoordinator Jim DeVries in cumstances surrounding regard to school being the these horrifying incidents safest environment for chil- so that we may learn from dren. The reader felt that a them, we must also be caumajority of children would tious about inappropriately be far safer at home than at creating a cloud of fear over school, and has chosen to every student in every classhome school her children. room across the country. In The findings of the KCSS the case of youth violence, it revealed each person sur- is important to note, statistiveyed said they felt safe cally speaking, schools are in Meade County schools. among the safest places for The fact is, Meade County children to be,” stated the fischools have made signifi- nal report of the Bi-Partisan cant improvements to the Working Group on Youth quality of security within Violence: 106th Congress in the schools from the instal- February 2000. lation of video surveillance Yes, there is a “cloud of cameras and upgraded safe- fear” we, as parents, live ty entrances, to emergency with regardless of where management plans and our children are. The fact revised statutes governing is, children can be injured bullying in our schools. or subjected to violence at While we can sit around any time, any place. There and point out incidences is no way to guarantee 100 such as Columbine or percent safety to every man, events that hit closer to woman or child. home, like the gun incident While it’s obvious that at Stuart Pepper Middle danger and safety issues School — which The News may be prevalent in some Standard addressed in its inner city schools (my child April 20, 2007 edition — un- has attended inner city fortunately the reality of the schools and let me assure situation is that, statistically you, there’s a significant difspeaking, there are far more ference between the safety children injured at home, of an inner city school and a than at school. Meade County school), that According to Prevent doesn’t mean every school Child Abuse Kentucky is a cesspool of gun-toting, (www.pcaky.org), in 2007, gangbanging kids with zero over 81,000 Kentucky chil- parental influence. dren were reported abused I do understand, on a or neglected. Last year in personal level, that some Kentucky alone, 26 children parents may be passionate died from neglect and an- about the fact they feel their other 34 nearly died. One children are safer at home. out of every three girls and My sister home schooled one in six boys are sexually her children for many years abused by someone in their because of the danger of the home before the age of 18. school district she lived in at The U.S. Education Depart- the time. I know for certain ment and Department of that my home is the absoJustice state that children lute safest place for my son. are twice as likely to die off- However, I am a working campus, than in school. mother and do not have the The Center on Juvenile benefit or option of home and Criminal Justice — schooling and I — for one School House Hype: The — am comforted by knowSchool Shootings, and the ing that if my child must Real Risks Kids Face in attend a public school, he America — released a re- attends a school district that port from the Center for does its very best to ensure Disease Control, National his safety and well-being. School Safety Center at PepIn the end, I asked my son perdine University, the U.S. if he felt safe attending StuDepartment of Education’s art Pepper Middle School National Center for Educa- — one of the schools surtion Statistics and the U.S. veyed and the unfortunate Department of Justice in location of last year’s gun 1998 stating 90 percent of incident — and he said he juvenile killings occurred felt very safe. at home and children are 23 All reviews and ratings times more likely to be killed aside, I’ll take his word to by a gun accident, than by a the bank.

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Farmers to benefit from Gen. Assembly FRANKFORT — It is rare that it can continue playing a for a legislative session to go critical role in protecting our by without the General As- livestock from outbreaks of sembly doing somedisease. thing to help the The budget inLegislative cludes farming community, 10 more slots Update and 2008 was no exat two Alabama vetception. erinarian schools. While there may Kentucky’s partnerhave been no landship with Auburn mark legislation, University and there were quite Tuskegee School of a few things that Veterinary Medicine should make a posienables many of tive difference in the our young men and lives of farmers in Jeff Greer women to train at the years ahead. in-state tuition pricOne of the more es. With more and prominent would have to be more veterinarians needed, the $10 million given to the this was a great measure to proposed Kentucky Agricul- include even in tight budgetture Heritage Center in Mer- ary times. cer County. The same can be said for This center will cover $3 million set aside for ani300,000 square feet and be a mal shelters and $4 million working farm when built. It for renovating camps used will become a tourist draw by 4-H and Future Farmers by showcasing Kentucky’s of America. agricultural history and ofAlthough not directly tied fering many educational to farming, the Department activities. In addition, it will of Agriculture will get more be environmentally sound, money to increase inspecwith wind turbines, solar tions of amusement park panels and geothermal en- rides. The need for this beergy providing all the power came all too clear last sumit needs. mer, when a young girl was Another farm project this severely injured at a Louisbudget includes is $20 mil- ville amusement park. lion for the second phase of Outside of the budget, the University of Kentucky’s there are several new laws Livestock Disease Diagnostic about to be on the books that Center. This project was orig- will help the agricultural inally in the 2006 budget, but community. was unfortunately vetoed. House Bill 626 strengthens The updated center is very the “Kentucky Proud” promuch needed, however, so gram that you may have seen

at the grocery store. This law will ensure that any product bearing this name is made entirely within Kentucky. House Bill 484 is another measure promoting locally grown products. In this case, our public postsecondary schools are encouraged to buy from our producers if they offer items the schools are buying from elsewhere. House Bill 495 further defines the rules for livestock and poultry farmers as they relate to the National Animal Identification System (NAIS). More specifically, it states that as long as this program is voluntary, farmers cannot be penalized for not participating. House Resolution 281 will not help farmers directly, but it has the potential to be helpful in the long run. It creates a new Task Force on Animal Agriculture, which will, for the remainder of the year, look at all aspects of this industry, from cattle to aquaculture, and see if there are improvements the legislature can make. Two months ago, Governor Beshear announced help for farmers affected by last year’s spring freeze and the following drought. The $8.15 million Kentucky Agricultural Relief Effort, or KARE, is available for qualifying farmers wanting to improve their forage and to increase their access to water. KARE complements the move made

last September by the Kentucky Agricultural Development Board, which made our county model programs more drought friendly. Speaking of those programs, it is important to note that legislation adopted by the General Assembly in 2000 to give agriculture half of the master settlement agreement with tobacco companies, continues to make a true difference in the day-to-day lives of farmers. Since then, more than a quarter of a billion dollars has been invested in more than 3,100 projects. From a weather perspective, this year has fortunately been a positive one, so there is hope that last year’s problems will not plague us again. It is a testament to our farmers that, despite the challenges in 2007, it still was a record year for farm receipts, which totaled $4.22 billion. That record is expected to be broken this year. As always, please feel free to contact me throughout the year if you have any questions or concerns about state government. You can write to me at Room 351E, Capitol Annex, 702 Capitol Avenue, Frankfort, KY 40601. You can also leave a message for me or for any legislator at 800-3727181. For the deaf or hard of hearing, the number is 800896-0305. I hope to hear from you soon.

Fight cigarette taxes and you fight terrorism I may have the best reason yet for Kentucky lawmakers to not raise cigarette taxes: Higher cigarette taxes pay for terrorism. I know. I know. I flinched when I first heard about this connection, too. The notion that cigarette smuggling, driven by higher taxes, created a big-enough business to fund terrorists seemed goofy. But the truth here is at least as strange as the fiction. A report released April 29 by New York Rep. Peter King shows how terrorists benefit from high cigarette taxes. “In total, law enforcement officials in New York State estimate that well-organized cigarette smuggling networks generate between $200,000 (and) $300,000 per week,” the report stated. “A large percentage of the money is believed to be sent back to the Middle East, where it directly or indirectly finances groups such as Hezbollah, Hamas and al Qaeda.” Two primary strategies used by these smugglers of terror involve either smuggling cigarettes from other states with much lower taxes. Or they make peace with Indian reservations, where cigarettes aren’t taxed. James Damask wrote for the Mackinac Center that “fully one-fourth of all cigarettes sold worldwide are

now smuggled from lowtax areas to high-tax areas to reap the criminal’s reward for government intervention in matters best left to the private sector.” Smugglers purchase contraband in Virginia or North Carolina, where a pack of cigarettes costs around half of what it does in New York or New Jersey, and sell it for hefty profits in states with much higher taxes. Some of those profits get to groups that want to harm America. About 13 months before the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks, FBI agents found cash, weapons, documents written in Arabic and cigarettes – lots of them – at a safehouse in Charlotte, N.C. The house owner, Mohamad Youssef Hammoud, was convicted in 2002 of providing material support to Hezbollah, the terrorist group responsible for the 1983 bombing of the Marine barracks in Lebanon that killed 241 American soldiers. Hammoud and his fellow thugs made $8 million during four years of selling cigarettes on the black market. Some of the profits ended up in Hezbollah’s bloody hands. The infamous “Lackawanna Seven” received funding from Aref Ahmed to finance a 2001 trip from Buffalo to an al Qaeda training camp in Afghanistan. Ahmed was

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later convicted of smuggling grasp that government incontraband cigarettes and terference in the marketplace conspiracy to commit money results in serious – even if unintended – conselaundering. quences. Generally, politiBluegrass Politicians don’t cians respond in one want to fund terrorof two ways to this Beacon ists. But when they situation. Both are inraise cigarette taxes, adequate. they do just that. All First, they “atof which gives new tack” peripheral ismeaning to President sues rather than the Ronald Reagan’s root of the problem, quip: “The nine most which, in this case, terrifying words in would mean lowerthe English language ing cigarette taxes. King’s report Jim Waters are ‘I’m from the government, and I’m thrashes New York for not collecting taxes on here to help.’” Instead, politicians are cigarettes sold on reservations and whines about the “terrified” at the thought of state’s revenue shortfalls. But withdrawing from their adit doesn’t even consider the diction to overspending taxsolution that would eliminate payers’ hard-earned money. this lucrative funding source I’ve heard the withdrawal for terrorists: lower cigarette symptoms for this condition are worse than getting off taxes. Some might think that if nicotine’s hook. Case in point: Despite the states like Kentucky raised cigarette taxes to the level report making the terrorism of New York, this funding connection, yet another tax stream for terrorists would increase effective June 3 will give New York the nation’s dry up. It’s not likely. The result would be simi- highest cigarette tax. “Unbelievable,” you say? lar to what happened durThat’s what I thought, ing Prohibition. Alcohol was made illegal, but the govern- too. Jim Waters is the director of ment couldn’t enforce the law — just as it can’t stop policy and communications for people from smoking, no the Bluegrass Institute, Kenmatter how high taxes curl tucky’s free-market think tank. You can reach him at jwaters@ upward. Second, politicians fail to bipps.org.

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OBITUARIES

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Stacy Dale Fackler Lowman

Stacy Dale Fackler Lowman, 31, of Vine Grove, Ky., passed away Sunday, May 11, 2008, from injuries sustained in an auto accident. Mrs. Lowman was a member of St. Martin of Tours Catholic Church in Flaherty, Ky. She was preceded in death by her infant daughter, Cecilia Alyse Lowman on Sept. 4, 2000. Survivors include her loving husband, Jason Lowman, of Vine Grove, Ky.; two children, Dylan Lowman and Celise Lowman, both of Vine Grove, Ky.; her parents, Larry Dale and Marla Fackler of Flaherty, Ky.; one sister and brother in law, Krystal and Chris Cornett of Brandenburg; three nieces; a father-inlaw, Tim Lowman of Vine Grove, Ky.; a mother-in-law, Nancy Lowman of Vine Grove, Ky.; and maternal grandparents, J.T. and Eleanor Barger of Brandenburg. A funeral mass was held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 14, 2008, at St. Martin of Tours Catholic Church in Flaherty, Ky., with Rev. Paul Beach officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Visitation was from 1 p.m. until 8 p.m. Tuesday and after 9 a.m. Wednesday at Coffey and Chism Funeral Home in Vine Grove, Ky. There will be a prayer service at 7 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. A trust fund has been set up for Mrs. Lowmanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s children through Wilson Muir Bank, 123 W. Main St., Vine Grove, KY 40175. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Jude Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105-1942.

William Davidson

Brother William Davidson, 66, formerly of Vine Grove, Ky., passed away Wednesday, May 7, 2008, at North Hardin Health and Rehabilitation Center in Radcliff, Ky. Mr. Davidson was a minister and a member of the Corner Stone Church of God. He was also retired from Hardin Memorial Hospital where he worked in environmental services. He was preceded in death by one son, Robin Davidson. Survivors include his loving wife, Judy Davidson, of Elizabethtown, Ky.; five children, Regina Davidson of Vine Grove, Ky., Kelly Thompson of Hodgenville, Ky., Kevin Thompson of Glasgow, Ky., and Michelle Evans and Sherry Stillwell, both of Elizabethtown, Ky.; seven grandchildren; and two sisters, Nellie Gray of Louisville, and Doris Smith of Okla. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 10, 2008, from the chapel of Coffey and Chism Funeral Home in Vine Grove, Ky., with Brother Jeff Efird officiating. Burial followed in New Salem Baptist Church Cemetery in Vine Grove, Ky. Visitation was from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. Friday, and after 9 a.m. on Saturday at Coffey and Chism Funeral Home. Condolences can be expressed online at www.coffeyandchism.com.

Friday, May 16, 2008

Edward Lee Case, Sr. 1946-2008

Edward Lee Case, Sr., 61, of Irvington, Ky., passed away Saturday, May 10, 2008, at Breckinridge Memorial Hospital. He was born on Dec. 3, 1946, in Munfordville, Ky., to the late Wade Case and Pauline Lampton. He is survived by four daughters, Bonnie Bishop of Irvington, Ky., Theresa Murphy of Louisville, Tempy Calloway of Portland, Ky., and Lisa Nance of Beaver Dam, Ky.; one son, Edward Case, Jr. of Louisville; 18 grandchildren; one greatgrandchild; one sister, Merl Phelps of Calvert City, Ky.; and four brothers, Steven Case of Louisville, and Timmy Wilkerson, Jackie Wilkerson and Joe Wilkerson, all of Munfordville, Ky. Funeral services were held Wednesday, May 14, 2008, at 3 p.m. EDT from the Chapel of Alexander Funeral Home with burial to follow in Garfield Cemetery. Visitation was held Wednesday, May 14, 2008, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. EDT.

Mildred Avitt Hesler Calebs 1921-2008

Mildred Avitt Hesler Calebs, 86, of Union Star, Ky., passed away Tuesday, May 6, 2008, at her home. She was born July 1, 1921, in Frymire, Ky., to the late Phillip Roscoe and Effie Kate Biddle Avitt. She was a homemaker and member of Raymond Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Chester Hesler; one grandson, Kelly Hesler; and one sister, Reba Nevitt. She is survived by her husband, Cornelius Calebs; two daughters, Linda (Marvin) Stull and Shelia (Lynn) Stull; two sons, Darryl (Bobbie) Hesler and Phillip (Debbie) Hesler; one step-son, Eldon (Carol) Calebs; nine grandchildren; 12 greatgrandchildren; one great-great grandchild; two step-grandchildren; two step-great-grandchildren; one sister, Lila Lowery; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Friday, May 9, 2008, at 2:00 p.m. from the Chapel of Bruington-Jenkins-Sturgeon Funeral Home, with Rev. Randall Morris conducting the service and burial in Union Star Cemetery. Visitation was held Thursday, May 8, 2008, from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. and will be held after 8:30 a.m. EDT Friday. Pallbearers were: Sam Speaks, Sam Raley, Fred Morsey, John Allen, Eric Ray and Billy Wood. Honorary pallbearers were: Matthew Speaks, Ryan Speaks, Logan Raley, Brent Raley, Andrew Morsey and Ben Allen. Memorial gifts may go to Hospice and Palliative Care of Central Kentucky, or the Kelly Hesler Memorial Scholarship at First Baptist Church, 338 High Street, Brandenburg, KY 40108. Online condolences may be made at www.bjsfunerals.com.

Lee C. Butler

Lee. C. Butler, 92, of Irvington, Ky., passed away Saturday, May 10, 2008, at the North Hardin Health and Rehabilitation Center in Radcliff, Ky. He was a farmer and a member of the Irvington United Methodist Church. He is survived by his wife, Verona Butler; four daughters, Doris Butler, Judy Sawyer, Marilyn Smith and Cindy (Eddie) Moore; six grandchildren, Candice Sawyer, Lee Sawyer, Jeremiah Galbraith, Christa Brady and Andrea Moore. Funeral services were at 11 a.m. EDT Monday from the Chapel of the Alexander Funeral Home with Rev. P. T. Barnum and Rev. Allen Baysinger officiating. Burial will follow in Cedar Hill Cemetery in Irvington, Ky. Visitation was from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. EDT Sunday and after 8 a.m. Monday. Expressions of sympathy may go to Hosparus of Central Kentucky, or the Irvington United Methodist Church, 104 W. Walnut St., Irvington, KY 40146.

Charles Francis Bolin

Mr. Charles Francis Bolin, 61, of Brandenburg, died Tuesday, May 13, 2008, at his residence. He is survived by two children, Charles F. Bolin, Jr., of Louisville, and Margaret Hudson, of Shelbyville, Ky.; his father, Charles P. Bolin, of Brandenburg; one sister, Janice Marie Bolin of Louisville; three brothers, Edward Lee Bolin and David Prentis Bolin, both of Brandenburg, and James W. Bolin of Louisville; and four grandchildren, Christopher, Isaiah, Destiny and Dustin. Cremation was chosen. A memorial service was held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday at Ekron Full Gospel Church with Rev. Eric Bolin officiating and arrangements by Hager Funeral Home. Online condolences at www.hagerfuneralhome.com.

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New Brandenburg Baptist Church 115 Baptist Church Lane, Brandenburg 270-422-3389 New Highland Baptist Church 1665 Payneville Rd, Brandenburg 270-422-3033 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 270-422-1399 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

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FAITH & VALUES

Friday, May 16, 2008

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Mother is baffled by her sonsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; boisterous personalities

QUESTION: Help! Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m less in knowing how to deal a mother of two sons, and with them. One obvious I feel as if Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been thrust suggestion is to help boys into a strange new release their excess world. Are boys Focus on energy by getting always so rough? them involved in acSometimes the noise the family tivities where fightlevel in our house is ing, laughing, runmore than I can take! ning, tumbling and Is this normal? yelling are acceptDR. DOBSON: able. Soccer, karate, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got both good Little League and and bad news for football are a few you â&#x20AC;&#x201D; it is normal, possibilities. Moms so youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d better get also need to keep James used to it and learn boysâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; little minds Dobson and hands busy. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s to cope! One of my colleagues, Dr. Tim in their best interest Irwin, once shared to do so. his observation that womMy father once said about en who have not grown our energetic toddler, â&#x20AC;&#x153;If up with brothers are of- you let that kid get bored, ten shocked by the sheer you deserve what heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s gophysicality of boys â&#x20AC;&#x201D; by ing to do to you.â&#x20AC;? Shirleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the sights and sounds and stepfather, who has a South smells they generate. Dakota accent, once said, Some, like you, admit after baby-sitting our kids they are completely clue- for a week, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Oh, der good

kids. You just gotta keep â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;em out in da open.â&#x20AC;? Good advice. QUESTION: My teen daughter, Cynthia, and I have incredible fights sometimes. No one has ever gotten to me in quite the way she can. We actually yell at each other when these battles are going on. How unusual is that kind of conflict between mothers and daughters? And is there hope for us? DR. DOBSON: Unfortunately, it is very common. Many psychologists have described a â&#x20AC;&#x153;thingâ&#x20AC;? which occurs between some mothers and teenage daughters. Even though they love each other, the friction between them can generate a lot of heat. It probably results from a phenomenon that has

been called â&#x20AC;&#x153;two women in the kitchenâ&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201D; a kind of natural competitiveness that occurs between females in the family. It can also be caused by a motherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s inability to cope with an extremely difficult and antagonistic kid. Whatever the source, it can make life unpleasant for several years. I know women who would give their lives for their daughters, yet they say with fire in their eyes, â&#x20AC;&#x153;I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t even like her very much right now.â&#x20AC;? That appears to be what you and your teenager are experiencing at this time. Is there hope for a better relationship in years to come? Yes, I believe you will overcome it. Getting Cynthia through adolescence and into adulthood will change everything. I wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be surprised if

she didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t become one of your best friends down the road. So, take heart. A better day is coming. QUESTION: What can we do in the meantime? How can I deal with this wildcat who lives under my roof? DR. DOBSON: Before I answer, tell me what your husbandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s relationship with Cynthia is. QUESTION: Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s very good. She doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t pull the same stuff on him that she does with me. What are you getting at? DR. DOBSON: He may hold the key to the tension in your home. Fathers can play a valuable role as peacemakers and mediators at a time like this. They can help you ventilate anger and find acceptable

The need for commitment, criticism â&#x20AC;&#x153;Surely, the hand of the Lord was with him!â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Luke 1:66 John the Baptist! This saint was sacred to me as a child and turned me off as a teenager. John the Baptist always seemed to be screaming doom, gloom and damnation! John the Baptist always seemed, to me, to be finding fault and pointing out what was wrong with people. His message always seemed to be â&#x20AC;&#x153;shape up or be damned!â&#x20AC;? I already felt like I was a â&#x20AC;&#x153;loserâ&#x20AC;? back then, so I didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t feel like hearing somebody else rubbing it in all the time! It wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t until I discovered the â&#x20AC;&#x153;good newsâ&#x20AC;? of Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s unconditional love for us, that I finally grew to appreciate saints like John the Baptist. Actually, John the Baptist is a saint for our time. He is both critical and committed,

something every Christian without question is also unneeds to have to survive in healthy for the church. Comtodayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s churches. Maybe mitment without criticism is John the Baptist can lazy, sentimental and help us find some Encouraging infantile. There are common ground besome among us who Words tween the hypercritiwould have us becal and blindly comlieve anything done mitted. or said by our leaders Criticism withought to be followed out commitment is without question and cruel. Hypercritiwithout hesitation. cal Christians who The sexual abuse have moved to the scandal and slavery edges of the church, before that, are perRonald or left it altogether, fect examples to the Knott often take great joy contrary. Sometimes in taking potshots at the churchâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best the church from their friends are those who safe positions of smug supe- criticize it as committed riority. members. Behind their superior atA faith that is not able to titude is a belief that oth- question, or put up with ers are responsible for the questions, is not faith. What health of the church. They we need are people who care wait to commit until others enough and are committed â&#x20AC;&#x153;get it rightâ&#x20AC;? in their eyes. enough to raise some quesJust as dangerous are those tions when appropriate. Atwho are committed to the tacking from the outside is church, but do so with blind- of no help. People who drop ers on. Blind commitment out lose their right to criti-

cize. As Pope John Paul II said when he was bishop in Poland, â&#x20AC;&#x153;The church needs a loyal opposition sometimes because the church is always in need of reform.â&#x20AC;? Over the years, I have been tongue lashed by the critical who have left the church, as well as the committed, who have stayed in the church. I have gotten it from both directions. I have been tongue lashed by those who left for remaining in the church when it has so many problems, as well by those who have remained in the church for speaking out about our problems. However, in spite of the heat, I have chosen the path of John the Baptist, who was both critical and committed. The clincher is being committed while you are critical. Father Knott, a Meade County native, is a priest from the Archdiocese of Louisville.

Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s free salvation, grace is unique

John 3: 16 says, â&#x20AC;&#x153;God so loved the world that he gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting lifeâ&#x20AC;? (NKJV). During a conference on world religions held in Great Britain many years ago, some of the greatest theologians in the world began a friendly debate as to what belief, if any, in the Christian faith made it unique from the other religions of the world. The debate soon grew heated as possibilities were considered and eliminated. Could it be the Incarna-

tion? No, there were other religions that had gods who took on the form of a human. Could it be the Resurrection? No, there were some religions in the world that held claim to accounts of a return from death. Eventually C.S. Lewis entered the room to see what the commotion was about, and when he heard the topic up for debate, he nonchalantly responded, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Oh, thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s easy! Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s grace.â&#x20AC;? After further discussion, the â&#x20AC;&#x153; experts â&#x20AC;&#x153; had to agree. The idea that God freely

Pastor Randy Johnsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s column â&#x20AC;?Pastorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Spotlightâ&#x20AC;? will return again in next weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s issue of

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offers salvation, no matter available to you today. All what good or bad deeds we you have to do is accept it. have done, is unique among No wonder the famous all religions of the hymn calls this sort world. Buddhists in of grace, â&#x20AC;&#x153;amazing!â&#x20AC;&#x153; Divine China, Muslims in Guidance We invite you to Iraq and Hindus in listen to our radio India all are seeking program on Sunday a way to please God mornings from 9:30 by the things that to 10 a.m. If you are they do, the sacrilooking for a church fices they make and home, come by and the penances they visit with us at Grace perform. But, Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Baptist Church. The Dan love is unconditionmorning service al. Your performance Newton starts at 11 a.m. doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t matter! Jesus Reverend Dan Newhas already paid the ton is the pastor of price and because of His Grace Baptist Church. sacrifice, Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s grace is

compromises where they are appropriate. Cynthia may listen to her dad. When teenagers are greatly irritated with one parent, they will sometimes seek to draw closer to the other. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s like a nation at war that seeks supportive allies. If fathers are favored in that way, they can calm the troubled waters and keep two women from killing each other. Without this masculine influence, routine skirmishes can turn into World War III.

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 â&#x20AC;&#x153;Solid Answersâ&#x20AC;? and â&#x20AC;&#x153;Bringing Up Boys,â&#x20AC;? both published by Tyndale House.

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BUSINESS Local cleaning service sweeps up competition Friday, May 16, 2008

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By Jorena D. Faulkner jorena@thenewsstandard.com It’s a beautiful Saturday morning … outside is a breathtaking view of a new dawn sun peaking up over the horizon, but inside is a blurry, distorted vision of the winter months’ buildup. Taking a look around brings the realization that the window isn’t the only thing in a post-winter home in need of a serious cleaning. Baseboards are covered with a grey fuzz worthy of knitting a fall sweater, and dust has settled on nearly every inch of furniture, brought on by the less than desirable — yet ever present — dusty duct work of the heating system. While the recent warm weather is the prime time to enjoy the outdoors or perhaps a family barbeque, weekend fun can often be negated by the need to do some spring-cleaning. That is unless you have Sherry Hannah’s number handy. Housekeeper Sherry Hannah — owner and sole proprietor of Sherry’s Cleaning Service — has been clean-

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ing homes and businesses and bringing peace of mind to her customers in Louisville and Meade County for more than 25 years. “I clean your (home or business) like I would clean my own,” Hannah said. “I’m not going to leave until it’s done.” Hannah said cleaning began for her as a child, since she was the oldest of five siblings. “My mother and father had to work … my mom

was strict,” Hannah said. “I did the cooking and the cleaning. I was the oldest — and I had three brothers — so those were my responsibilities. Now, when I go into someone’s home, I want (clients) to come home and say ‘Wow, I can see the difference.’” A key to a successful cleaning enterprise and customer satisfaction is keeping her pricing affordable, which allows anyone to enjoy the benefit of long-term or peri-

odic housekeeping services regardless of economic status Hannah says. Organizing individual consultations and planning sessions for anyone seeking her service — with options that range from one-time dustings, to full cleaning overhauls taking several days — Hannah provides a complete cleaning for everything including the kitchen sink. Windows, floors, dusting, vacuuming, bathrooms and detailed specialty cleanings includ-

How do I scam thee, let me count thy ways By David Uffington Dollars and Sense

When money is short and times get tough, the number of financial scams increases. Don’t fall victim to these scams designed to take your cash ... or your identity. •Law-enforcement scams: In this one a supposed member of law-enforcement calls and says that your identity has just been stolen, but they’ve nabbed the bad guys in the nick of time. You, however, are asked to provide personal identifying information to compare to what the bad guys had. What they really want is your Social Security number. •Credit repair: Not only are you asked to make a hefty prepayment for services, but you give them

your Social Security number and all your personal information. •Home remodeling: With warm weather here, these scams are sure to be on the increase. If someone comes to your house and wants to repave your driveway, fix your roof, trim your trees ... beware. Never hire anyone who just shows up at your door. •Utility cutoff: You get a phone call from the local power company, or so you think. The caller says your power is about to be cut off for nonpayment of your bill ... unless you pay right away by giving out your bank information. •IRS rebate checks: If you don’t have your check yet and are expecting one, don’t fall for the scams that promise to get it for you faster. What they want is

your personal information. •Loan fees: Beware lenders that require you to pay in advance for loans for mortgage refinance, debt consolidation or business. You may be told that the loan is “guaranteed” after you pay your advance fees, often in the form of a wire transfer to an overseas account. •Work at home: These scams have gone on for decades, and the scammers are the only ones making money. You’ll be asked to pay in advance for your supplies, and you won’t hear from them again. •Lottery: You’re told you’ve won something and need to send a “processing fee” before the funds can be distributed. You never receive anything. To keep up with the latest scams, go to www.pueblo.

gsa.gov and scroll down to click on “Scams/Fraud”. Be sure to look at “Computers” and see the National Consumers League Top Ten Scams. David Uffington regrets that he cannot personally answer reader questions, but will incorporate them into his column whenever possible. Write to him in care of King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 328536475, or send e-mail to columnreply@gmail.com.

ing stoves and refrigerators, are just a few of the quality services she offers. Whether one hour or one week, she looks forward to being able to see her handiwork make a difference not only in the faces of the families and business owners she serves, but in the spic and span aftereffects of her diligent cleaning skills. “Before and after,” Hannah said. “That’s what I enjoy the most. There’s a big sense of satisfaction.” After nearly three decades in the business, Hannah has learned many tricks of the trade to keep clients coming back. Guarding most of them like a chef with a hidden recipe, Hannah shared one such secret — inserting dryer sheets in heating/air conditioning vents to quell pet odors. “I have four dogs,” she said. “But I don’t like the smell of dogs. I put Bounce in my vents.” Hannah also prides herself not only in her professional attitude, but also in her personal representation as an independent business owner, stating that simply because she is providing

cleaning as a service, doesn’t mean she should care less about her appearance. “I am a representation of my product,” she said. “I don’t have to go into a home with holes in my jeans or my hair piled on top of my head — I don’t have to go in there like that … I don’t like it. I’ve had housekeepers myself before, and I wouldn’t want someone in my home like that. I feel the way you take care of yourself is a direct reflection of how you take care of your home.” In the end, Hannah says the biggest reward comes from the peace of mind she offers customers. “I want you to come home and be able to sit down and do absolutely nothing,” Hannah said. “Although it’s hard work, I just love doing it.” Sherry’s Cleaning Service offers full-service residential, commercial and new construction cleaning and is available for bookings Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information or to schedule a consultation or cleaning, call Sherry at 270-352-7038 or 270-828-5340.

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American National Insurance Welcomes TOP and RIGHT: Unique Creations welcomed shoppers to its grand opening celebration on Saturday. The day began with a yard sale, and continued with a cornhole tournament and face painting and games for children. Owner Marie Wernzt was on hand, greeting customers and welcoming them to the grand opening of her store. THE NEWS STANDARD/LAURA SAYLOR

Snappy Tomato Pizza hosted a special grand opening event on Saturday that began with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Pictured left to right are Ashley Troutman, Amber Swink, Brett Witte, the Snappy Tomato, Carl Austin, Susan Spalding, Lynn Spalding, Russ Powell, Rhonda Allen, Brenda Allen and Brandenburg Mayor, David Pace. Face-painting, free pizza, and games were held throughout the afternoon as part of the grand opening celebrations.

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Friday, May 16, 2008

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Eastern tent caterpillars wandering, populations up sharply By Holly Wiemers UK College of Agriculture

LEXINGTON, Ky. — Experts report that eastern tent caterpillars are now wandering and population levels are among the highest they’ve seen since 2001, when Mare Reproductive Loss Syndrome (MRLS) hit Central Kentucky particularly hard. “The eastern tent caterpillar populations are dramatically up this year — the highest I’ve seen since the MRLS crisis,” said Dan Potter, University of Kentucky College of Agriculture professor of entomology. “The larvae are full size, many trees are totally defoliated and I’ve seen very large numbers of caterpillars moving along fence rails and wandering out many meters into pastures adjacent to the cherry trees we are using to conduct eastern tent caterpillar trials.

“Maturation and wandering of eastern tent caterpillars is occurring a bit late this year due to the cooler spring,” he said. UK entomologists recommend that unless horse farm managers have been aggressive in managing eastern tent caterpillars, or removing host trees, they should keep pregnant mares out of pastures bordered by cherry trees or other hosts for the next several weeks. Neil Williams, UK Livestock Disease Diagnostic Center associate director and pathology section chief, said the LDDC hasn’t seen any cases of MRLS this year but will continue to be vigilant. UK research has strongly linked the caterpillars with outbreaks of MRLS, which can cause late-term foal losses, early-term fetal losses and weak foals. During the 2001 outbreak, an estimated 30 percent of the

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Horse farmers are urged to keep pregnant mares out of pastures bordered by host trees of the eastern tent caterpillars, as their population levels are among the highest they’ve been since 2001. 2001-2002 thoroughbred foal crop was lost and the state suffered an economic cost of approximately $336 million due to losses suffered in all breeds of horses. Epidemiological and field studies conducted by UK

researchers demonstrated that MRLS was associated with unprecedented populations of eastern tent caterpillars on horse farms in Kentucky. Studies since the 2001-2002 outbreak have subsequently revealed that horses will inadvertently

eat the caterpillars, and that the caterpillar hairs embed into the lining of the alimentary tract. Once that protective barrier is breached, normal alimentary tract bacteria may gain access to and reproduce in sites with reduced immunity, such

as the fetus and placenta. Fetal death from these alimentary tract bacteria is the hallmark of MRLS. According to Potter and research literature about eastern tent caterpillars, the caterpillars exhibit “irruptive population dynamics,” meaning populations undergo outbreak or shortterm explosive growth followed by a marked decline for several years. It is said that caterpillars in the United States typically have approximately 10 year population cycles between those extremes, but data shows that the caterpillars exhibit considerable variability in the interval between outbreaks. UK experts concur that eastern tent caterpillar populations seem to be on the increase the past few years, and recommend that horse farm managers be on the lookout this year and into 2009.

Summer grasses can stretch forage supplies Advance Notice By Andy Mills CEA for Agriculture and Natural Resources

In 2007, farmers across Kentucky and the southeastern United States saw pastures and hay fields dry up from lack of moisture. As a result, livestock farmers may want to consider using some summer annual grasses this year, especially in fields what weren’t renovated because of poor planting conditions last fall and this spring. These grasses — teff, sudangrass, sorghum-sudan hybrid and pearl millet – can play an important role for supplemental pasture and hay needs. If managed properly, these grasses can provide high yields of good quality forage in a short

amount of time. Summer grasses can be planted from May until the end of July in Kentucky. Planting late, however, will reduce the number of harvests and total yields. The grasses produce most of their growth from May to September. Cool season grasses, on the other hand, have their main growth spurts in the spring and fall. Growing a combination of the grasses in different fields can improve the seasonal distribution of forages. Certain types of summer annual grasses are better adapted to the ways they are needed. Pearl millet is one of the better choices for grazing while some grazing restrictions such as plant height have to be monitored when grazing sudangrass

and sorghum-sudangrass. Teff is a fairly new grass for Kentucky. What little bit of research that has been done on Teff looks good. Teff is a warm season annual grass native to Ethiopia and has been used for many years in many countries as a grain crop. It is very sensitive to frost and the ground temperature should be at least 55 degrees Fahrenheit for establishment. Seeding time in Kentucky can start around mid-May up until July. However, late seedings will reduce the yield and the number of potential hay cuttings. Its yield is good, but not as high as sudan or sorghum-sudangrass. The biggest advantage Teff has over other summer annual grasses, is it is tolerant to drought and its fine

UK Wheat Field Day is May 20 By Laura Skillman UK College of Agriculture

PRINCETON, Ky. — The University of Kentucky College of Agriculture’s annual Wheat Field Day will be Tuesday, May 20, amid a background of high wheat prices and high production costs. The field day will begin at 8:30 a.m. at UK’s Research and Education Center in Princeton. Nine tour stops will be featured at the event. An annual favorite among participants is a chance to see the variety trials being conducted on the research farm. Tour stops featured this year include information on breeding for scab resistance, summary of ryegrass control with herbicides over multiple studies, on-the-go sensing and its relevance for farming and research and what happened to the nitrogen this year. Additional topics include planting date and insecticide for control of aphids, fungicide labeling issues, why not “a little” tillage for wheat and an update on canola research. Field

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The UK College of Agriculture’s annual Wheat Field Day offers tours and information on wheat in Kentucky. day presenters are members of the UK Wheat Science Group, which is comprised of researchers and extension specialists from a number of departments within the College of Agriculture. Registration for this year’s program begins at 8:30 a.m. The program will conclude at noon with lunch provided by the Kentucky Small Grain Growers Association. Brief comments will be made by Scott Smith, dean of the UK College of Agriculture. Emceeing the luncheon program will be

veteran farm broadcaster Jack Crowner. Certified crop advisers can receive 3.5 hours of continuing education credits in both pest management (1.5 hours) and crop management (2 hours). The program has also been approved for two general and one specific pesticide credit hours in categories 1A, 4, 10 and 12 from the Kentucky Department of Agriculture. For more information contact Dottie Call, Wheat Science Group coordinator, at 270-365-7541, ext. 234 or dcall@uky.edu.

Commodities Kentuckiana Livestock Market - Owensboro, KY Market Report per CWT for Monday, May 12, 2008

Receipts: 272 head Slaughter cows: Breaker Boner Lean

% Lean 75-80 80-85 85-90

Slaughter Bulls: Y.G. 1 2

Weights 1740-2005 1085-1255

Weight 1100-1620 900-1200 780-1065

Price 52.50-60.50 45.00-53.50 35.00-45.00

High Dressing 60.50-61.50 52.50 No Report

Low Dressing No Report No Report No Report

Carcass Boning % Price 78-79 71.50-75.50 76-77 64.50-65.50

Head 5 4 2 6 7 2 1

Feeder Steers Medium and Large 1-2 Wt Range Avg Wt Price Range 200-300 278 107.00-117.00 300-400 371 105.00-110.00 400-500 443 97.00 500-600 548 101.50 600-700 660 84.00-96.00 700-800 748 84.00 800-900 815 87.00

10 15 9 3 5

Feeder Heifers Medium 300-400 355 400-500 462 500-600 514 600-700 648 700-800 710

4 4 1 2 1

Feeder Heifers Medium and Large 2 200-300 275 93.00 300-400 359 94.00 500-600 585 76.50 600-700 660 52.50 700-800 720 79.00

93.00 94.00 76.50 52.50 79.00

3 5 2 2 11 1

300-400 400-500 500-600 600-700 700-800 900-1000

Feeder Bulls Medium Large 1-2 340 101.00-110.00 472 108.00-109.00 515 98.00-100.00 635 91.50 745 78.00-84.00 940 71.00

106.78 108.21 98.97 91.50 83.15 71.00

500-600

and Large 1-2 92.00-103.00 90.00-99.00 90.00-97.00 79.50-85.00 88.00

Feeder Bulls Medium and Large 2 520 77.00

Avg Price Stock Cows 113.96 Medium and Large 1-2: 108.27 2-8 year old cows, 6-8 months bred: 97.00 675.00-900.00 per head 101.50 88.54 Aged Cows: 84.00 No Test 87.00 96.51 95.48 90.80 81.49 88.00

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Stock Cows and Calves: Cows 3-9 years old with 75-275 lb. calves at side: 785.00-1000.00 per pair Beef baby:

Baby Calves:

Weaned:

No Test No Test

Owensboro Grains Owensboro Market Report per bushel for Wednesday May 14, 2008 Soybeans Corn

13.52 5.73

stem making it cure faster for hay. Producers interested in trying warm season grasses need to select species and varieties that fit their soil type and management and provide the desired product. Producers should become familiar with what is necessary to establish and maintain a stand. More information on summer annual grasses and forage related disorders are available in publications AGR-88: Producing Summer Annual Grasses for Emergency or Supplemental Forage and ASC-57: Forage-Related Cattle Disorders. These and other forage publications and information are available at the Meade County Cooperative Extension Service.

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Anniversary

Dickie and Mary Trent

Mr. and Mrs. Lavern “Dickie” Trent are celebrating their 60th wedding anniversary. Dickie and the former Mary Ellen Raymer were married May 14, 1948, by Rev. Kirby Pollock in Brandenburg. Mr. Trent retired from Painters’ Local 118 in Louisville in 1989. Mrs. Trent retired from Meade County Home Health in 1995. The couple have four children: Rose Marie (Roy) Druck, Debra (Stephen) Powell, Danny Trent and Randall Trent. They have 14 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren. A celebration will be held in their honor on Sunday, May 18, 2008, at 2 p.m. in the afternoon at Weldon Christian Church in Brandenburg. All friends and relatives are invited to attend. No gifts please.

Award

VFW National Citizenship Education Teacher Award On May 5, 2008, Ms. Belinda Jones from Battletown Elementary School received a $100 check from the 4th District VFW Ladies Auxiliary, presented by Gloria Brady. Jones won the district level of the VFW National Citizenship Education Teacher Award. Her nomination highlighted her Patriot’s Day involvement and “Operation Stars and Stripes”. She will now compete at the state level.

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Friday, May 16, 2008

Recognitions

Pictured (left to right): Judy Compton (Muldraugh P.O.), Janet Coody (West Point P.O.), Carol Wells (Webster P.O.), Gwen Ison (Ekron P.O.), Jennifer Dowell (Custor P.O.), Patty Mattingly (Payneville P.O.), Carole Pollock (Battletown P.O.), Irene Haycraft (Stephensport P.O.), and Donna Compton (Garfield P.O.).

“A bridge for the U. S. Postal Service” Several area Post Offices join together to honor employees A special recognition dinner was held on Monday, May 5, at the Doe Run Inn to honor the contribution of several Postmaster Relief’s (PMR) to their respective post offices. Postmaster Relief’s carry on the duties and services of the U. S. Postal Service when the postmaster is not on duty. They are knowledgeable in all of the services provided by the USPS and work closely with their Postmaster’s to pro-

vide efficient delivery of the mail and in assisting customers with their postal needs. If you have ever went to the post office on a Saturday morning to take care of business, you most likely were greeted and assisted by a PMR. Their roles are truly a “bridge” between the U. S. Postal Service and the public.

McDonald’s Employee of the Month Sylvia Powers was named the McDonald’s of Brandenburg Employee of the Month. Employees of the month fulfill the following requirements: dependable, shows great teamwork, good work attitude, customer care, appearance and follows correct procedures. Sylvia fills all the requirements of the Employee of the Month. She is a key member of our McDonald’s crew. McDonald’s means opportunity for millions of people around the world. Fifty percent of McDonald’s corporate employees, 70 percent of its restaurant managers and 33 percent of its owner/operators started as crewmembers. McDonald’s is the world’s largest global foodservice retailer, with more than 29,000 restaurants serving more than 45 million people each day in more than 121 countries.

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Edible Heirlooms

Barbecue Chicken Pizza Submitted by Lanie Eden To submit your own recipe, e-mail jorena@thenewsstandard.com.

This Barbecue Chicken Pizza recipe is a relatively new arrival in our family. When our local Pizza Magia shut down five years ago, it took along with it the original barbecue chicken pizza our family knew and loved. It took months of trial and error to discover the secret to making it, and in the end, we created something beyond even our own expectations ... an even better tasting recipe. If you gave our boys a choice of having pizza delivered or making our own, it would be unanimous to make it at home, and that is ultimately the best testament to the quality of this recipe. It has become an interactive family activity in our home that will last much longer than the pizza pie in the pan, as each year a younger generation of children learn to make this special treat. So now, each summer our children gather all the ingredients together by our stovetop grill and help create not only just a pizza, but also a lasting family memory. May you find the same enjoyment from making this delicious meal! Preheat oven to 450 degrees Ingredients: 1 stick margarine Fresh chopped parsley (or dehydrated chopped works good too) Dash of garlic salt 1 large bag of green onions 1 bottle of any preferred flavor of barbecue sauce chilled in refrigerator (trust me, this makes it easier to handle and gives the chicken some support for better placement) 2 whole (raw or frozen) boneless chicken breasts 1 bag Kraft shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheese 1 package pre-made pizza crusts (any variety will do) You don’t have to use a pre-made crust, but after trying my own home made pizza dough and the pre-made types, I have

found the ease and good flavor of Mama Mary’s pre-made crusts to be a superior choice. Especially when cooking pizza for a family of ten. Dash garlic salt onto frozen chicken breasts and place onto grill or in a frying pan. I grill frozen chicken half way, then transfer to a covered microwave safe glass dish and cook till well done. There are many options for how to cook the chicken. Grill, microwave, seal in tinfoil and bake in the oven (that will take a much longer time), or you can microwave in a covered glass microwavable dish until done. When the chicken is well done, slice into thin pieces, making sure to discard hard or fatty parts. While your chicken is baking, work on preparing the remainder of the pizza ingredients. Place the butter with a few dashes of garlic salt and parsley into a microwave safe cup. Melt thoroughly and set to the side. Line a large pan with tinfoil and spray with nonstick cooking spray. Place a single pizza crust onto pan and lightly brush with butter mixture, completely filling any holes or cracks. Make sure to brush the edges very well. Next, wash the green onions thoroughly. Green onions can be a serious source of bacteria, so make sure to clean any areas that come in contact with your raw, unwashed green onions. Put the green onion and a dash of the garlic butter into a small dish and microwave on high for 1-2 minutes (this ensures your onions are well cooked. Unless you make your own crust, the onions will not cook long enough on a premade pizza crust.) Spread barbecue sauce onto the lightly buttered pizza shell then add the cooked chicken pieces. Dab garlic butter very lightly on the chicken. The cooking process can dry chicken out, and this helps the chicken stay juicy. Sprinkle cooked green onions liberally around the pizza. Sprinkle handfuls of cheese onto the pizza, making sure to cover the chicken areas well, and place into the oven for 10-15 minutes. I like to ensure the bottom of the pizza is golden brown; it’s the only way to guarantee the pizza will hold up to the heavy ingredients. You will find the hardest thing about this recipe, is waiting for the pizza to cool. Once the pizza is cool — approximately five to 10 minutes — the sauce and cheese will set and be much easier to serve. Precooking the chicken helps cut the cooking time considerably. I have finished this pizza and several plain cheese ones for my children in less than 30 minutes. You can also purchase generic store brand items to save money. In the end, you have a fresh custom made pizza that is absolutely amazing!

Community Calendar The Community Calendar is a free service to community groups and organizations for event announcements. However, if you have an event where there is a charge listed there will be a $7 flat fee for each time the announcement runs. No beauty pageants or yard sales. The News Standard office is located at 1065 Old Ekron Rd. Call 270-422-4542 or e-mail submit@thenewsstandard.com. Deadline for Friday’s paper is 5 p.m. Tuesday.

Friday, May 16

Battletown Elementary, Preschool/kindergarten registration. Vine Grove Farmers Market is now open each Tuesday and Friday from 7:30 a.m. until ?. The farmers market is located by the railroad tracks in downtown Vine Grove, Ky.

Monday, May 19

Pets In Need Society will meet at the Riverfront Pavilion at the far end, pets are welcome. Bring a dish - grill available. Dinner at 6:30 p.m. Regular meeting at 7 p.m. Understanding Religion Methodist learn what it means to be a certain religion, insight into why they believe what they do, 6 p.m., Meade County Public Library. Free Bluegrass and old-time music jam every Monday from 6 to 10 p.m. This will be held at the Optimist Park in Vine Grove, Ky. Come play or listen. Open to public, no amplifiers or alcohol allowed. For more information call 877-2422. Optimist Club of Meade County Board of Directors meeting, 11:30 a.m. at Mr. Gatti’s. Regular meeting beginning at noon.

Tuesday, May 20

Teen Movie Night, 5:30 p.m. at the Meade County Public Library. District, schools dismissed for Primary Election Day. Kids Story Hour, 10:30 a.m. at the Meade County Public Library.

Thursday, May 22

Ekron Elementary School, Site Based Decision Making Council in the school library at 3:45 p.m. Understanding Religion, Catholic - learn

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Library News

Children’s Librarian’s Donna Fackler (left) and Britney Calisi get bit by the reading bug at the Meade County Public Library.

Fear This! Meade County Public Library announces Summer Reading Program 2008 Attention 5th- and 6thgraders, if you have what it takes to snack on spice flavored worms, or crunch cheddar cheese crickets, sign up for the MCPL Summer Reading Program. If dirty diapers, barf buckets and snotty rags are part of your daily meals, this challenge is for you. If gross grubs, slimy snails and moldy maggots are among your friends, answer the call. Cockroaches don’t make you cringe? Pig guts are your playthings? You live to race with raw eggs in your hand? Then the Meade County Public Library wants you. Sign-ups for the Meade County Public Library’s Summer Reading Program will be held the week of May 27 through May 31. The program will be one session per week from June 9 to July 3 and caters to children ages

Saturday, May 24

Vine Grove Chamber of Commerce is having a Spring Fling consisting of a community yard sale, flea market and crafts at the Optimist Park in Vine Grove, Ky. For more information contact Donna Broadway at 270-877-2422 or e-mail donna@vinegrove. org. Bennett-Bogard-Greer Cemetery meeting 11 a.m. at the Battletown Community Park. Family members are urged to attend. Your support is needed. For more information call Lora Carson, 422-1131. .

Sunday, May 25

Meade County Saddle Club, Open Horse Show 1 p.m., warm-ups 11 a.m. Fackler Road, Payneville, Ky. For more information call Scotty Padgett 270-668-9311 or Jennifer Lyons, 270-422-1932.

July 1. Session 4 - Pre-K and Kindergarten, Tues. 1:30-2:30 p.m., June 10, 17, 24, and July 1. Session 5 Entering 3rd/4th grade, Wed. 9:30-11:30 a.m., June 11, 18, 25, and July 2. Session 6 Entering 3rd/4th grade, Wed. 1:30-3:30 p.m., June 11, 18, 25, and July 2. Session 7 - Entering 5th/6th grade, Thurs. 9:30-11:30 a.m., June 12, 19, 26, July 3. Session 8 - Entering 5th/6th grade, Thurs. 1:30-3:30 p.m., June 12, 19, 26, July 3. All programs are accessible to individuals with disabilities. If you need special accommodations, for more information or to register, please call the Meade County Public Library at 422-2094.

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HILTON & ALLEN COMING AUCTION

LAND AUCTION Saturday, May 17th, 10:00 a.m.

DIRECTIONS: From Hwy. 313 (Joe Prather Hwy.) take Hwy. 1500 towards Vine Grove. Property about 2 miles on the left. Signs posted. SELLING: 25 acres more or less with 130’ frontage on Hwy. 1500. This property is located in the city limits of Vine Grove and has good potential for development. Being sold in 1 tract. TERMS: 10% buyer’s premium will be added to determine final sale price. 15% down day of auction with balance due within 30 days. Possession with deed. 2008 property taxes will be prorated.

Tuesday, May 27

The Dulcimer Folk Music and Old Time Music Jamming Fest will meet at 7 p.m. at the Vine Grove Community Center. The event is free and open to the public. Everyone is invited to bring your guitar or dulcimer and join in the fun or just bring your smile and enjoy the music. Understanding Religion, Pentecostal learn what it means to be a certain religion, insight into why they believe what they do, 6 p.m., Meade County Public Library. Summer Reading Sign-ups through May 31 at the Meade County Public Library.

Sold In Cooperation with KY Home Finders. Call Donovan Smith, Agent 270-877-5555 or Hilton & Allen Auction & Realty Co. 270-862-4422 For Details or Plat.

THINKING ABOUT AN AUCTION? Call for information to compare and let us help you to plan an auction that will be of the most benefit to you the seller. Hilton & Allen is small enough to give personal service and large enough to do the job right. Call Brad, Danny, Dean, Matthew or Jason to book your auction.

Thursday, May 29

Poetry Reading, 6 p.m. at the Main Street Cafe.

NOW BOOKING SPRING & SUMMER AUCTIONS

Saturday, May 31

BRAD HILTON

Cancer Benefit, AMVETS is sponsoring a benefit for Billy Brooks, who has been diagnosed with terminal cancer; all proceeds will go to the Brooks family. Events will begin at 2 p.m. at 155 Hargan Rd, Vine Grove, Ky.

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Hilton & Allen

DANNY ALLEN

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Auction & Realty Co. 270-862-4422

Dean Loy, Auctioneer - 723-4383 Jason Goodman, Agent/App. Auctioneer - 312-2540 Doris Disselkamp, Agent - 401-1164 Matthew Allen, App. Auctioneer - 735-2968 Web Site: www.hiltonandallenauction.com

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Marriage

Joan Rachelle Thomas, 39, of Vine Grove, Ky., to Jeffrey Lee Thomas, 43, of Big Clifty, Ky. Stacey Sue Hall, 36, to Joseph William Arnold, 37, both of Payneville, Ky. Jerrica Lee Allen, 21, to Brandon Stephen Bevell, 22, both of Brandenburg, Ky. Crystal Gail Keck, 30, of Vine Grove, Ky., to John Thomas Hayes, 33, of Radcliff, Ky. Mary Catherine Haney, 47, to Larry Wayne Whaley, 52, both of Vine Grove, Ky. Rebecca Lynn Eaton, 35, to Edmond Christopher Wiseman, 37, both of Brandenburg, Ky. Melissa Kaye Tripp, 18, of Brandenburg to Michael Shane Angerstein, 19, of Vine Grove, Ky.

Meade County Sheriff Department

05-06-08 4:50 p.m. Jackie Allen of Brandenburg was westbound on Kentucky 144 in a 1987 GM. Mr. Allen stated that he lost control of his vehicle while trying to avoid hitting a vehicle in front of him. Mr. Allen left the right side of the roadway and struck a mail box owned by Pat Lancaster. The vehicle received minor damage. Report 08-0117 was filed by Officer Wright. 05-07-08 3:23 p.m. Joyce Branham, of Lanesville, Indiana, was northbound on Kentucky 79 in a 2000 Honda. Ms. Branham traveled off the right side of the road and struck a guide wire. The vehicle received minor to moderate damage. Report 08-0120 was filed by Officer Wright. 05-10-08 11:10 p.m. James Barr of Paynesville, Ky., was westbound on Kentucky 79 in a 1990 Oldsmobile. A black cow walked into the path of Mr. Barr. The cow was owned by William Mack. Mr. Barr’s vehicle was towed from the scene with severe damage. Report 08-0122 was filed by Officer Graham.

Deed Transfers

Meade Properties, LLC to Hardin County, Commonwealth of Kentucky, DBA Hardin Memorial Hospital, Lot at intersection of Hilcrest Drive and Commerce Drive, Brandenburg, Ky., deed tax $200. Danielle M. Ferguson to Gordon Board, Lot #20 of Twin Fawn Estates, deed tax $30. Jeffrey McKinney, Elaine McKinney, Doug Jones, and Ann Jones to Jennifer Smith, Lot 5 of Meadow View Addition, deed tax $61.50. Etta J. Ebel to Charles D. Ebel, Lot 12 of Indian Oaks Estates. Etta J. Ebel to Charles D. Ebel, Lot 16A of Indian Oaks. Etta J. Ebel to Charles D. Ebel, Lot 17 of Indian Oaks.

Gordon Board and Bernett Board to Bella Construction, LLC, Lot 5 of John Swan, Jr., Estate. Sondra C. Black, and unknown defendant, spouse of Sondra C. Black, Four Sevens Oil Company, LTD, and Deutsche Bank Trust Company Americas, as trustee and custodian for Soundview Home Trust 2005-2 by Saxon Mortgage Services, Inc., as its Attorney-In-Fact to Jeff Nott, 4640 Flaherty Road, Vine Grove, Ky. Jeannie Mills Allen and Rodney C. Allen to Barbara Allen, 2.0247 acres in Meade County, deed tax $43. Janice Hawkins to Mark V. Lathem and Teresa Lathem, 1215 Woodland Road, Vine Grove, deed tax $222. BBURG, LLC to Doan Brothers Construction, LLC, Lot 49 of The Station Subdivision, deed tax $16.50. Rita L. Moore to R. Moore Properties, LLC, 0.372 acre on High Street, Brandenburg, Ky. Charles S. Williams and Robert S. Williams to Paul Baysinger and Shelia Gividen, Property in Meade County, deed tax $31. Charles S. Williams to Paul Baysinger and Shelia Gividen, Property in Meade County, deed tax $32.50. Beatrice M. Heil to Stephen E. Dvorak and Linda L. Dvorak, Lot 38 of Otter Ridge Estates, deed tax $100. Patrick E. Stull to Margaret T. Saul Mercure and Thomas J. Mercure, 6.722 acres in Payneville, Ky., deed tax $47. Loy K. Mitchell, Jr. and Pamela J. Mitchell to Albert McElroy and Sarah McElroy, Lot 11 of Windsor Place, deed tax $135. Ivan R. Holston, Tammy L. Holston, Estate of Ethel Ballard Holston, AKA Ethel M. Holston, AKA Ethel Holston, by and through Ronald Lynn Holston and Louis Woodrow Holston, Jr., Executor of the Estate of Ethel Ballard Holston to Charles Long, Lot 93, 94, 95, and 96 in the East Muldraugh Subdivision. Jeff Nott and Joyce Nott to Randel C. Folden, Jr., 8640 Brandenburg Road, Ekron, Ky., deed tax $95. Francis T. Utley and Charlotte A. Utley to Owl Creek Construction Company, Inc., Lot 7 of Owl Creek Estates Section 2, deed tax $17. Owl Creek Construction Company, Inc. to Kenneth Ray Chambers and Mary Ann Chambers, Lot 7 of Owl Creek Estates, deed tax $255. Jewel M. Morgan to William R. Morgan, property in Meade County. Jewel M. Morgan to Helen M. Richardson, property in Meade County. Jewel M. Morgan to Marshall A. Morgan, property in Meade County. OB Properties, LLC to Jean Paul Lavertu and Hope Michelle Lacertu, Lot 5 of Whelan Ponds Subdivision, deed tax $32.50. Joseph A. Hardin and Maureen C. Hardin to Gary

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Eugene Barr, Wilma Rose Barr, and Joseph Barr, Property in Meade County, deed tax $110. Nancy Williams AKA Nancy J. Williams, Michelle Williams, Doe Valley Property Owners Association, Inc., Doe Valley Utilities, Inc., County of Meade, PNC Bank, National Association, IMI South, Inc., GMAC Mortgage, LLC to Federal National Mortgage Assocation, Lot 730 of Doe Valley Subdivision in the Wildflower Ridge Section. Ligarius A. Govan, Tanja Govan, Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for Mila, Inc., and Commonwealth of Kentucky, County of Meade, Household Finance Corporation, II, assignee of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. Nominee of Mila, Inc. to Household Finance Corporation II, assignee of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. Nominee of Mila, Inc. 215 East Maple Street, Muldraugh, Ky. English Enterprises LLC and Noel Wade and Leslie Wade, Lot 5 of Millstead Subdivision, deed tax $150. Larry Sedoris AKA Larry H. Sedoris, Jr., unknown spouse who may have or claim and interest in the property which is subject matter of this action through Larry H. Sedoris, Jr., Sue Kegley, unknown spouse who may have or claim and interest in the property which is subject matter of this action through Sue Kegley, County of Meade, The Farmers Bank, and Meade County Solid Waste and Recycling Board, Vanderbilt Mortgage and Finance, Inc., Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee of Ameriquest Mortgage Securities, Inc. Asset Backed pass through Certificates series 2005-R1 under the pooling and servicing agreement dated as of February 1, 2005, without recourse to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee of in trust for the registered holders of Ameriquest Mortgage Securities, Inc. Asset Backed pass through Certificates series 2005-R1, Tract 19 & 20 if Sun Valley Estates. Gordon Board, Bernett Board, Joseph Richardson, and Rebecca Richardson to John Grass and Janice Grass, Lot 15 of Creekview Estates, deed tax $22.50. Kimberly Thompson Smaagaard and Ian Smaagaard to David R. Hardesty, Lot 74 Creek View Estates, deed tax $57. James G. Changaris, Lois Changaris, Roy E. Lanza, Sondra S. Lanza, Commonwealth of Kentucky/County of Meade, and Doe Valley Property Owners to Gary Musick and Anita Musick, Lot 486 Doe Valley Subdivision in Doe Valley Greens Section. Doan Brother Construction, LLC, to Bonnie J. Russelburg, Lot 24 of the Station Subdivision, deed tax $99. Bella Construction, LLC

to Brett M. Bybee, Lot 33 of Farmington Estates, deed tax $163. Christopher Case, Shannon Case, Nicholas Case, and Unknown Defendant, spouse of Nicholas Case and unknown occupant, Hardin County Bank and Trust, and Wells Fargo to Jeff Nott, Lot 10 of Rolling Hills Subdivision. Leonard J. Straub, Jr., and unknown defendant, being the unknown spouse of Leonard J. Straub and Commonwealth of Kentucky/ County of Meade, and Doe Valley Property Owners to Doe Valley Property Owner Association, Lot 196 in Doe Valley Subdivision in Hickory Hills. H.B. Dextor, Delma Dextor, Commonwealth of Kentucky/County of Meade, and Doe Valley Property Owners Association, Inc. to Doe Valley Property Owners Association, Inc., Lot 516 in Doe Valley Subdivision in Havenwood Section. Chad S. Hudson, unknown defendant being the unknown spouse of Chad S. Hudson, Larry S. Ballew, Nancy D. Ballew, Carmine C. Caifano, Commonwealth of Kentucky/ County of Meade, and Doe Valley Property Owners Association, Inc. to Doe Valley Property Owners Association, Inc., Lot 56 in Doe Valley Subdivision in Audubon Woods. James G. Changaris, Lois Changaris, Roy E. Lanza, Sondra S. Lanza, Louise Hawkins, and unknown defendant, being the unknown spouse of Louise Hawkins, Willard Hope, being the unknown spouse of Willard Hope, Commonwealth of Kentucky/ County of Meade, and Doe Valley Property Owners Association, Inc. to Doe Valley Property Owners Association, Inc., Lot 379 in Doe Valley Subdivision in Greenbriar Section. Diamond Caverns Resort, unknown defendants being the unknown successors or assigns of Diamond Caverns Resort and Martha Page, Commonwealth of Kentucky/County of Meade, and Doe Valley Property Owners Association, Inc. to Doe Valley Property Owners Association, Inc., Lot 894 in Doe Valley Subdivision in Wildflower Ridge. Diamond Caverns Plantation Resort, LTD, unknown defendants, being the unknown successors or assigns of Diamond Carvers Plantation Resort, LTD, Commonwealth of Kentucky/County of Meade, and Doe Valley Property Owners Association, Inc. to Doe Valley Property Owners Association, Inc., Lot 312 in Doe Valley Subdivision in Audubon Woods. George W. Weick and Elizabeth Weick to Hank D. Horstman, Henry Junior Horstman, Mary E. Wilson, Patricia Crook, Betty McCarol, Tim L. Hortman, Freddie K. Horstman, Rickie D. Horstman, Thomas Horstman, and Larry Horstman,

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Muldraugh Muldraugh Elem. School 206 Wendell St., Muldraugh Woodland Flaherty Elem. School 2615 Flaherty Rd., Ekron Grahomton Flaherty Elem. School 2615 Flaherty Rd., Ekron

Weldon-Doe-Run Stuart Pepper Middle School 1085 Old Ekron Rd., Brandenburg Rock-Haven-DV Stuart Pepper Middle School 1085 Old Ekron Rd., Brandenburg Flaherty Flaherty Elem. School 2615 Flaherty Rd., Ekron Guston Ekron Elem. School 2500 Haysville Rd., Ekron

Friday, May 16, 2008 Property in Meade County, deed tax $6.50. Taft and Ocasio Homes, LLC to Martha V. Diaz Taylor and Joseph B. Taylor, Lot 28 of River Cliff. Anna Elizabeth Thompson to Elizabeth J. White, 670 Rabbit Run Road, Vine Grove, Ky., deed tax $103. Donald L. Needy to Terra Enterprises, Inc., Lot 956 of Doe Valley Subdivision in Wildflower Ridge Section, deed tax $10.

District Court 05-07-08 Jason Wayne Stearman, 31, operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol/drugs 1st offense; possession of marijuana; use/possess drug paraphernalia 1st offense-pled not guilty pretrial conference 05-21-08. Jeremiah E. Greer, 21, reckless driving-pled guilty fine $100; operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol/drugs 1st offense-pled guilty fine $200 plus costs, 30 days probated 2 years after serving 2 days (12 hours credit), alcohol school-KAPS, 90 days license suspension. James Daniel Silvers, 25, operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol/drugs 1st offense; failure of owner to maintain required insurance/security 1st; no/expired registration plates-pled not guilty pretrial conference 05-21-08. Ralph W. King, II, 52, improper start from parked position; speeding 11 mph over limit; operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol/drugs 1st offense-pled not guilty pretrial conference 05-21-08. Tammy Lee Cundiff, 42, operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol/drugs 2nd offense-continued 05-14-08. Salvatore J. Guardino, 44, fugitive from another statedismissed with leave to restore on commonwealth motion. James R. Hupp, 50, theft of services over $300-pled not guilty preliminary hearing 05-21-08. Kina Rhea Lucas, 42, 3 counts of theft by deception including cold checks under $300-pled not guilty pretrial conference 06-11-08. Christopher W. Addington, 21, traffic in marijuana less than 8 oz. 1st offense; use possess drug paraphernalia 1st offense-continued 05-28-08. Gloria Renee Porter, 28, 5 counts of theft by deception including cold checks under $300-failure to appear. Joshua K. Eley, 29, theft by unlawful taking/shoplifting under $300-pled not guilty pretrial conference 05-21-08. Corey C. Williams, 20, theft by deception including cold checks under $300-pled guilty 10 days probated 2 years after serving 1 hour, no public offenses, write no checks. David R. Butler, 32, theft

6 A.M. – 6 P.M.

Voters unable to get to the polls on Election Day are eligible to vote by paper absentee ballot. You must meet one of the following requirements: • Due to advanced age, disability, illness or medical emergency • You are a member of the Armed forces • You are a dependent of a member of the Armed forces • You are a student attending school outside the county of you voter registration • You temporarily reside outside the state but are still eligible to vote in Kentucky • You are incarcerated in jail and have been charged but not convicted of a crime

You may request an application for paper ballot in person, by mail, phone or fax. For more details, contact the Meade County Clerk at 270-422-2152. Ekron Ekron Elem. School 2500 Haysville Rd., Ekron Buck Grove Ekron Elem. School 2500 Haysville Rd., Ekron Garret Flaherty Elem. School 2615 Flaherty Rd., Ekron Wolf Creek-Concordia Payneville Elem. School 520 Rhodelia Rd., Payneville

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SAMPLE BALLOT FOR MEADE COUNTY - FACE - 1 PRESIDENTIAL PREFERENCE AND REGULAR PRIMARY ELECTION HELD ON TUESDAY, MAY 20, 2008

Otter Creek Flaherty Elem. School 2615 Flaherty Rd., Ekron Brandenburg West Meade Co. High School 938 Old State Rd., Brandenburg Ashcraft Stuart Pepper Middle School 1085 Old Ekron Rd., Brandenburg Brandenburg East Meade Co. High School 938 Old State Rd., Brandenburg

by deception including cold checks under $300-pled guilty 10 days probated 2 years after serving 1 hour, no public offenses, write no checks. Thomas Wayne Hall, Jr., 29, theft by unlawful taking/ shoplifting under $300-pled guilty 30 days probated 2 years after serving 3 days (12 hour credit), no public offenses, stay out of Kroger, no alcohol, ill-drugs/drug paraphernalia. Nathaniel D. Hammond, 45, terroristic threatening 3rd degree-pled not guilty pretrial conference 05-28-08. Samantha Coakley, 19, theft by deception including cold checks under $300-pled guilty 60 days probated 2 years after serving 1 hour, no public offenses, write no checks, pay restitution thru KAPS. Tina Lynn Lucas, 44, theft by deception including cold checks under $300-issue bench warrant. David L. Blakely, 32, theft by unlawful taking/disp-all others under $300-pled not guilty pretrial conference 05-14-08. James Keith Vincent, 48, harassment no physical contact; confinement and control of dogs at nightpled not guilty pretrial conference 05-21-08. Kimberly Vincent, 44, harassment no physical contact; confinement and control of dogs at night-pled not guilty pretrial conference 05-21-08. Garry Layne Hancock, 51, theft by deception including cold checks under $300-continued 05-21-08. Jeffrey B. Fey, 43, alcohol intoxication in a public place-pled guilty fine $25 plus costs; controlled substance prescription not in original container 1st-pled guilty 90 days probated 2 years after serving 20 days (4 days credit), no public offenses, not to poss any controlled substances without valid prescription and must be in a proper container, no alcohol, enroll in KAPS for random drug screens, drug alcohol abuses assessment, waive rights to searches and seizures. Heather Marie Miller, 37, theft by unlawful taking/ shoplifting under $300-pled not guilty pretrial conference 05-14-08. Oustin William Noble, 35, speeding 15 mph over limitcontinued 05-21-08. Enos C. Hawkins, 18, reckless driving; failure to wear seatbelts-failure to appear. Larissa E. Stone, 20, speeding 17 mph over limit; operating on suspended/ revoked operators licensecontinued 05-14-08. Stephanie M. Ruiz, 19, speeding 13 over limit; disregarding stop sign-failure to appear. Brian Conner, Jr., 29, speeding 19 mph over limit; operating on suspended/ revoked operators licensecontinued 06-04-08.

Battletown Battletown Elem. School 8585 Battletown Rd., Battletown Payneville Payneville Elem. School 520 Rhodelia Rd., Payneville Sirocco-Midway Meade Co. High School 938 Old State Rd., Brandenburg

2ND CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT PRESIDENT of the UNITED STATES (Vote for One) Hillary CLINTON DEMOCRATIC PARTY John EDWARDS DEMOCRATIC PARTY Barack OBAMA DEMOCRATIC PARTY “UNCOMMITTED” DEMOCRATIC PARTY UNITED STATES SENATOR (Vote for One) Greg FISCHER DEMOCRATIC PARTY Andrew HORNE DEMOCRATIC PARTY Bruce LUNSFORD DEMOCRATIC PARTY James E. RICE DEMOCRATIC PARTY Kenneth STEPP DEMOCRATIC PARTY David L. WILLIAMS DEMOCRATIC PARTY David WYLIE DEMOCRATIC PARTY Michael CASSARO DEMOCRATIC PARTY UNITED STATES REPRESENTATIVE in CONGRESS 2nd Congressional District (Vote for One) Reid HAIRE DEMOCRATIC PARTY David E. BOSWELL DEMOCRATIC PARTY

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NEWS

Friday, May 16, 2008

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Sheriff’s Department kicks off ‘Click It or Ticket’ Submitted by the Meade County Sheriff’s Dept.

BRANDENBURG — Sheriff William “Butch” Kerrick announced today that the Meade County Sheriff’s Department is joining with hundreds of other law enforcement agencies across the country in renewing a pledge to save lives by intensifying efforts to enforce seat belt laws — among all motorists and around the clock — during the 2008 “Click It or Ticket” mobilization, which runs from May 19-June 1. In 2006, according to the National Highway Traf-

fic Safety Administration, 15,046 passenger vehicle occupants were killed between the nighttime hours of 6 p.m. and 5:59 a.m. Nearly two-thirds (64 percent) of those killed at night were not wearing seat belts — compared to less than half (46 percent) of the passenger vehicle occupants killed during daytime hours. Along with nighttime motorists, men — particularly young men — are among those less likely to buckle up. In 2006, 73 percent of male passenger vehicle occupants between the ages

of 18 and 34 who were killed in crashes were not wearing seat belts. In fact, all young people are at greatly increased risk. Sixty-four percent of teenage passenger vehicle occupants killed in fatal crashes during 2006 were not wearing seat belts at the time of the crashes. And the 2006 observed seat belt usage rate of those 16 to 24 was lower than any other age group. “With 18 percent of all Americans failing to buckle up regularly, it’s clear that far too many people still don’t take belt laws seriously,” Kerrick said.

“Among some groups, especially young men, the unbuckled rate is especially high — and the fatal crash rate increases significantly at night. So look for us to be out on the streets day and night from mid-May through June 1 making sure that everyone is buckled up.” Kerrick said, “Worn correctly, seat belts have proven to reduce the risk of fatal injury in a crash by 45 percent for front-seat passenger vehicle occupants and by 60 percent in pickup trucks, SUVs, and minivans. In fact, data shows that more than three-quar-

ters (77 percent) of passenger vehicle occupants who were in a serious crash in 2006 and were buckled up, survived the crash.” Increased law enforcement activities, including seat belt checkpoints, will be conducted nationwide during the 2008 “Click It or Ticket” mobilization. Paid national advertising, as well as state advertising, will support the mobilization by promoting the life-saving benefits of regular seat belt use, especially nighttime belt use, to all motorists. “Regular seat belt use is the single most effective

way to protect people and reduce motor vehicle crash fatalities. And high-visibility enforcement is effective at getting people to buckle up,” said Kerrick. “Wearing your seat belt is easy and it costs you nothing. Not wearing it might cost you a ticket, or worse — your life. I urge everyone in Meade County to please be safe and buckle up day and night — ‘Click It or Ticket.’” To learn more about the “Click It or Ticket” campaign and the lifesaving benefits of wearing your seat belt, please visit www. nhtsa.gov.

New fire department rescue boat now in service Submitted by Sgt. Michael Faith Meade County Fire District

SUBMITTED PHOTO

Team members launch the rescue boat for training drills on the Ohio River.

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Kacey C. Perkins, 20, operating on suspended/ revoked operators licenseamended to no operator’s license in possession-pled guilty fine $50 plus costs. Anthony Osborne, 31, speeding 17 mph over limit-pled guilty fine $34 plus costs; failure to produce insurance card-dismissed on proof shown. Lawrence Wayne Compton, 37, operating on suspended/revoked operator’s license-pled not guilty pretrial conference 05-14-08. David Wayne Brown, 26, disregarding stop sign; operating on suspended/revoked operator’s licensepled not guilty pretrial conference 05-04-08. Samantha Coakley, 19, theft by deception including cold checks under $300-pled guilty 60 days consecutively probated 2 years after serving 1 hour consecutively, no public offenses, write no checks, pay restitution thru KAPS. Cecil Wallace, 25, speeding 14 mph over; failure to wear seatbelts; license to be in possession-continued 05-14-08. Robert M. Stroshine, 53, disorderly conduct-dismissed on condition the jail transport defendant to Wayside Mission in Jefferson County. David Lee Tungett, 36, operating under the influence of alcohol/drugs 1st offense; carrying a concealed deadly weaponpled not guilty pretrial conference 05-21-08. Joseph Clay Edlin, violation of EPO/DVO orderpled not guilty pretrial conference 05-14-08. Joseph Clay Edlin, probation violation hearingcontinued 05-14-08. Kina Rhea Lucas, 42, 3 counts of theft by deception including cold checks under $300-pled not guilty pretrial conference 06-11-08. Emily Padgett, 21, harboring a vicious animal; 2 counts of dogs to be licensed; 2 counts of dogs to be vaccinated against rabies-continued 06-11-08. Kyle L. Frazier, 18, giving a false name or address-dismissed on commonwealth motion. Amy Marie Shutt, 26, 3 counts of theft by deception including cold checks under $300-continued 10-15-08. Effaika D. Young-Hoo, 24, theft of services under

$300-dismissed insufficient evidence. Joseph Raphael Lancaster, Jr., 39, possession of marijuana-pretrial conference 07-23-08, jury trial 07-25-08. Jeremy Scott Thompson, 30, 2 counts of theft by deception including cold checks under $300-failure to appear. Sandra K. Shelton, 40, non support-dismissed on commonwealth motion. John W. Stevens, 65, cruelty to animals 2nd degree-amended to violation of local county dog ordinance-defer probation 12 months, abide by Meade County dog ordinance. Cleo Lawrence Hart, Jr., 46, assault 4th degree domestic violence minor injury-defer probation 12 months, no unlawful contact with Melissa Hart, no more problems or acts of domestic violence. Aaron Thomas Jackson, 24, possession of marijuana-pled guilty 6 months probated 2 years after serving 10 days, no public offenses, no ill-drugs/ drug paraphernalia, enroll in KAPS for random drug screens, waive rights to searches and seizures. Brenda Jordan, 46, speeding 26 mph over/greatercontinued 05-14-08. Daniel A. Wagner, 25, speeding 23 mph over limit-failure to appear. Larry A. Thompson, III, 21, disregarding traffic control device-dismissed on commonwealth motion. Robert A. Clark, 51, operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol/drugs 2nd offensepled guilty fine $500 plus costs, 6 months probated 2 years after serving 30 days (28 days credit), alcohol school-KAPS, 18 months license suspension, stay out of all bars, taverns, and liquor stores; leaving scene of accident/failure to render aid or assistancepled guilty 12 months consecutively probated 2 years, no public offenses, no alcohol, ill-drugs/drug paraphernalia, no driving without valid license and insurance, pay restitution to victim thru insurance company. Jackie L. Hubert, 45, speeding 18 mph over limit-amend to 15 mph overfine $30 plus costs. Nicholas Dewayne Williams, 28, failure of nonowner operator to maintain required insurance-continued 05-28-08. Martha Jean Wooten, 52, operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol/drugs 3rd offensecontinued 05-14-08.

Jerry Michael Curtsinger, 26, disregarding stop sign; operating on suspended/ revoked operators licensecontinued 06-04-08. Kina Rhea Lucas, 42, 3 counts of theft by deception including cold checks under $300-continued 06-11-08. Kina Rhea Lucas, 42, 21 counts of theft by deception including cold checks under $300-continued 06-11-08. Beverly Ann Engle, 50, cruelty to animals 2nd degree-amend to violence of Meade County dog ordinance-fine $100. Beverly Ann Engle, 50, cruelty to animals 2nd degree- amend to violence of Meade County dog ordinance-fine $100; dogs to be vaccinated against rabiesdismissed on proof shown; dogs to be licenses-dismissed on proof shown. Patricia Diane Stump, 58, dogs to be kept in kennel; dogs to be licenses-pretrial conference 07-23-08, jury trial 07-25-08. Patricia Diane Stump, 58, dogs to be kept in kennel-pretrial conference 07-23-08, jury trial 07-25-08. Michael Vincent Hardcastle, 23, probation revocation hearing-remand per county attorney. Ronnie Eugene Patton, 29, motion hour-failure to appear. Kevin Eugene Staples, 45, bond forfeiture hearing-continued 05-21-08. Virgil E. Satterfield, 27, flagrant non support-continued 05-21-08. Jason Mauck, 32, flagrant non support-continued 05-21-08. Brandon M. Mecom, 22, theft of services over $300-continued 05-28-08. Sherry Lea Henry, 27, 2 counts of fraudulent use of credit card over $100 within 6 month periodcontinued 05-14-08. Sherry Lea Henry, 27, 2 counts of criminal possession forged instrument 2nd degree-continued 05-14-08. Sherry Lee Henry, 27, speeding 18 mph over limit-continued 05-14-08. William Calvin Willis, 34, flagrant non supportcontinued 05-14-08. William Calvin Willis, 34, failure of owner to maintain required insurance/ security 1st; no/expired registration plates; no/ expired Kentucky registration receipt; operating on suspended/revoked operators license-continued 05-14-08. Kaelyn E. Burnett, 18, truancy student 18 but not yet 21-continued 05-28-08.

Chief Naser of the Meade County Fire District announced to a group of firefighters Wednesday evening that their hard work had paid off, and Meade County has a rescue boat in service. Dubbed “Rescue 42,” the boat was located late last year by Cadet Michael Faith Jr., and donated to the Fire District by Mike Trick of Oldham County. Trick said the boat required engine work, and he was happy to donate the boat to a cause that was very worthy. Fire-

fighters drove to Taylorsville, Ky., to retrieve the boat. District Chief Larry Naser said that the fire district has invested approximately $2,000 into rescue equipment and maintenance on the boat. Naser said over 200 hours of labor were donated by firefighters to ready the boat for rescue operations, saving tax-payers a substantial amount of money. Engine repairs were done by Asst. Chief Mike Curl, firefighters Hubert Curl, Stephanie Curl, Dale Pack and Keith Medley. Other work was done by Capt. Leroy Lewis, Sgt.

Michael Faith, Sr., firefighter Scott Allen, and Cadets Michael Faith, Jr., and Austin Faith. Additional time and training have been invested by firefighters as well, including swim testing and boat operations. Naser said, “The primary goal and mission for the rescue boat is the protection of life and property on waterways in our service area.” Asst. Chief Mike Curl said, “This is a good thing; it is something well over due.” Naser added, “It is another tool added to our toolbox to better service our customers.”

Walk-a-thon held at Buttermilk Falls

THE NEWS STANDARD/LAURA SAYLOR

Dozens of people took part in a walk-a-thon at Buttermilk Falls in Brandenburg on Saturday, May 10, to help raise money for two local boys. More than $3,000 was raised by the event — which was sponsored by the local Moose Club — for young Bryce Belt and Joshua Ogburn, both of Meade County, who suffer from leukemia.

TOE ROASTER IS COMING TO MEADE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL AUDITORIUM! Presented by Meade County DECA

www.toeroaster.com “Toe Roaster is providing a new and fresh entertainment experience unlike any other. It has been described as a ride through life, delivered with humor yet touching each person in a personal, and very real way.”

Ticket Information:

Relay for Life Contact Team Leaders

Elissa Gagel....................(270) 422-3955 Jennifer Wright..............(270) 422-5568 http://events.cancer.org/rflmeadeky

Sports

Ben Achtabowski, Sports Editor (270) 422-4542 sports@thenewsstandard.com

District preview: Postseason up for grabs

THE TEAMS Baseball District Overall W L W L Hancock Co. 3 1 14 13 Breck Co.

7 17

Meade Co.

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Hancock Co. 2

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ON DECK May 17 Greenwave/Lady Wave Track @ St. Xavier Invitational TBA Greenwave/Lady Wave Middle School Track KTCCCA Middle School Championships @ Dunbar TBA May 20 Greenwave Baseball @ Breckinridge 6:30 p.m.

District teams hope to play errorfree baseball during postseason By Ben Achtabowski sports@thenewsstandard.com

District 11 proves to be one of the toughest in region and state

get the second seed and also hosts the district tournament. Breckinridge lost to Hancock twice and Errors are costly to any baseball beat Meade County twice in the team and it appears as though the regular season. Ball feels this has been a rough deciding factor in the 11th district year for the Tigers. Along will be won by the team with the early season bad with the fewest amount of weather and lack of outmistakes. . door practice, the team During the season, the suffered some significant district was deceptively injuries. competitive. Hancock is “Our pitching staff was the clear No. 1 seed with Meade decimated with injuries,” a 3-1 record, though every County vs. Ball said. “I was banking game was close. Breckinridge on four guys —Tate Glass“It is really up in the air County cock, Justin Reynolds, who can win the whole 6:30 p.m. Daniel Vessles and Devin thing,” Breckinridge head Tuesday @ Sebastian — to be our coach Brandon Ball said. Breckinridge main starters, and three of “This is very competitive them have been hurt and district.” not able to pitch.” Here is a closer analysis Sebastian suffers from a hurt of each team preparing to begin the shoulder and has not pitched all district playoffs on Monday. year, while Vessles strained a ligament in his pitching elbow. Lately, Breckinridge The Breckinridge County Tigers

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day when the Breckinridge County Tigers hosts Hancock County. Here is a look at all three teams in the district.

District 11 is arguably the toughest district in the toughest region in the state for softball. Every coach Hancock County in the district agrees that Hancock County split its each team has a legitimate district games against both shot at winning the disMeade County and Brecktrict and moving on to the inridge County. However, regionals. it did win the all-important The regular season has game at Breckinridge, and proved that. As the three looks to carry that momenMeade teams in the district have tum into the postseason as County vs. beaten each other up, they face a rematch on MonWinner of Meade County has come day. out of the scrum on top. Breckinridge/ “There’s a lot of pressure But the coaches know it’s Hancock on both teams on Monday,” 6:00 p.m. anyone’s game. Schwindel said. “I guess “This district has three Wednesday @ Breckinridge may have a Breckinridge of the top six teams in the little more pressure because region,” said Hancock they are the hosts and don’t Hornets head coach Jake want to lose on their own Schwindel. “This area of western field.” Kentucky is where some of the best Hancock won the last game softball is played in the state.” The district games start on MonSee SOFTBALL, B3

Horse issues raised, but at what cost ?

Meade County students participate in National Archery Tournament

May 21 Lady Wave Softball @ Breckinridge 6:00 p.m.

If the nation was an archery target, then Meade County would be the bull’s eye. Once again, the Meade County archery team proved itself to be an elite group that has some of the best archers in the nation.

Tragedies usually lead to action. For the most part action is good, but there are times action is used to perpetuate ulterior motives into the spotlight. I completely understand the uproar of people and the concern for the state of horse racing. The injury and death of Eight Belles after the Kentucky Derby has raised many issues that have gone unaddressed in the Good Call sport of kings. Some points are valid and some are unfounded. I have a problem with the way people have brought up their concerns and have overstepped Ben boundaries Achtabowski First off, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) should stop being so radical and putting blame on anyone and everyone so quickly. I know PETA’s core intentions are for the good and ethical treatment of all animals, but I feel it’s the way the group goes about their agenda, such as throwing red paint on fur coats or attacking people who are not in the wrong. PETA can be an opportunistic, radical group. They have always been this way and because of that, they have somewhat diminished their public credibility.

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TRACK RESULTS Team results from the conference meet at Elizabethtown Women - Team Rankings 18 Events Scored 1) North Hardin 167 2) Elizabethtown 112 3) Meade County 106 4) Bardstown 80.50 5) John Hardin 62 6) Nelson County 59 7) Fort Knox 46 8) Larue County 39 9) Central Hardin 29.50 Men - Team Rankings 18 Events Scored 1) North Hardin 182 2) Bardstown 136 3) John Hardin 97 4) Elizabethtown 75 5) Nelson County 65 6) Central Hardin 46 7) Meade County 36 7) Larue County 36 9) Fort Knox 25

National target By Ben Achtabowski sports@thenewsstandard.com

CAMPS Greenwave Basketball Camp June 9-13 Improve basketball skills and fundamentals. Open to all boys and girls in grades 1-9. Cost of camp is $100 and $90 for each additional child in the same family. Contact Coach Jerry Garris at 422-7515 ext. 2534 or email him at jerry.garris@ meade.kyschools.us.

GOLF OUTING June 14 The 22nd Annual TwoPerson Golf Scramble Sponsored by the Meade County Area Chamber of Commerce @Hillcrest Country Club Shotgun Starts at 8 a.m. and 2 p.m.

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TOP: Meaghann Dunn takes aim during the scholarship shootout. ABOVE: Courtney Campbell examines her arrows on Saturday.

Young Busch enjoys being the villain DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — Move over Kevin Harvick, Tony Stewart, Brian Vickers and Kurt Busch because there’s a newly crowned villain in NASCAR. He’s Kyle Busch and the 23-year old seems to enjoy being NASCAR’s new bad boy. Busch gets booed in prerace introductions, he gets booed when he gets tangled with another driver’s car, and he even gets booed when he wins. “I don’t care. I’m here to race. I’m here to win. If I win, it just makes them more upset and crying on their way home,’’ said Busch. “By the way, some-

body threw a beer can at During pre-race introme. Next time just make ductions with his mother sure it’s full so I can enjoy last week at Darlington it out there, all right?” Raceway, Busch was reBusch has all of the qual- ceived with boos, to which ities necessary for he cupped his hand being the mostNASCAR and put it to his ear hated in NAand wiped a tear SCAR. from under his eye He’s confident, with, reportedly, his smug, cocky and middle finger. — oh yeah, almost “Tear in the eye,’’ forgot — pretty Busch said smiling. darn talented too. “Sure, it was for my The Las Vegas mom. It’s Mother’s native seems to Day. What a great Buddy be thriving both day.’’ Shacklette as public enemy The talented No. 1, as well youngster kicked off as Joe Gibbs Racing’s lat- the year in pre-season testest addition. And he also ing at Daytona by taking doesn’t mind egging on a shot at old ASA foe Joey the naysayers. Clanton, who drives in the

NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series. During NCTS testing, Busch was accused of causing Clanton and Colin Braun to tangle in practice and wreck. Busch said he never touched them — which the tape supported — but Busch still said Clanton was crying and hadn’t brought his diapers today, while “I’m being grown-up, I brought my pull-ups.’’ Busch has won eight races in NASCAR’s top-3threeseries this season and led 1,321 laps in 27 NASCAR races, but he’s also been involved in 15 on-track incidents, including the one two weeks ago when

he and Dale Earnhardt, Jr., tangled with three laps left at Richmond. “When you watch Kyle, I think you kind of look at the history,” said J.D. Gibbs, president of Joe Gibbs Racing. “We’ve been doing it for 18 years. You always kind of have a guy that comes along, when he starts to do well, there’s an issue there. Over time, generally what you watch as the guys get older, people kind of appreciate what they’re doing on the track. And Kyle is learning, too. He’s been a great driver for years. “This is a lot of attention

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Track season nears the finish line

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LEFT TO RIGHT: Blair Tyler and Zach Bowen run in the 1600 meter run. April Level and Shelby Jenkins compete in the 800 meter run. Charles Backstrom takes flight in the triple jump.

Greenwave and Lady Waves compete in conference meet at Elizabethtown Staff Report The Greenwave/Lady Wave track teams are on the last leg of the season as they participated in a conference meet in Elizabethtown, Ky. The meet is to bring together all the schools in the area. The Meade County girls team finished third, while the boys team finished seventh. Marley Stanfield took first place in the 400 meter dash and Shelby Jenkins took first in the 800 and 1600 meter run. Tiffany Brown took the crown in the 300 meter huddles. The boys team, in the 4x800 meter relay, and Steven Hamlet in the 3200 meter run, both took third place. Matt Popham also

Villain From page B1 he hasn’t had in years past. As he kind of learns and grows with that, I think we’ll be in good shape. That’s just a matter of time, taking care of itself. He knows we’re behind him no matter what we have, we’re going to support him. That goes both ways, too. So that’s the encouraging thing.” Big brother Kurt got booed too until he got old-

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They jump on any opportunity to point fingers rather than seeking true solutions. They immediately blame Eight Belles’ jockey, Gabriel Saez — who is probably the last person to be attacked right now. He has suffered a huge loss — obviously something PETA members or anyone else not associated with horse racing can’t understand. Saez lost his horse, and that bond between the rider and his animal is one that goes beyond any camaraderie in sports. The trust, teamwork and compassion Saez and Eight Belles had were undeniable and meaningful. And now Saez is being attacked and called a murder? Those accusations are absolutely out of line and disgusting to anyone involved in horseracing. You wouldn’t attack a mother who let her child borrow the family car and then dies in a sudden car accident. That would be inhumane and tasteless. So is attacking a young athlete for losing a close partner. PETA then attacked the trainers and owners. These people are mourning, along with Saez. Eight Belles was part of their family, too, and now she is gone — just like that. Not only do those close to her have to deal with her death, but now also they have to defend themselves to the general masses due to PETA’s unfounded outcries. Again, I think PETA just

took fifth place in both the shot put and discus throw.

Results: Girls 100 Meter Dash 15 Jordan, Ally 15.06 16 Davis, Danielle 15.07 Girls 200 Meter Dash 1 Stanfield, Marley 26.40 17 Reardon, Miranda 32.53 Girls 400 Meter Dash 1 Stanfield, Marley 59.74 11 Morgan, Jessie 1:08.98 Girls 800 Meter Run 1 Jenkins, Shelby 2:20.90 6 Dukes, Kim 2:34.87 Girls 1600 Meter Run 1 Jenkins, Shelby 5:32.57 3 Level, April 5:42.86 Girls 3200 Meter Run 2 Level, April 12:03.06 5 Dukes, Stephanie 13:27.58 Girls 100 Meter Hurdles 1 Brown, Tiffany 16.68 Girls 300 Meter Hurdles

er, won a championship, and learned to handle things a little more diplomatically. And it’s hard to argue with Busch’s results. In the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series, he leads the points standings after wins at Atlanta, Talladega and Darlington. He’s second in points in the Nationwide Series following wins at Texas, Phoenix and Mexico, and despite missing a race he is sixth in points in the NCTS with wins at California and Atlanta. “It’s pretty cool,” said

wants to point fingers. They are too concerned for animals and don’t realize how cared for race horses are. The group has no passion for the people who are affected by the situation as well. The “ET” in PETA stands for “Ethical Treatment,” yet their ways of protesting veer very far from ethical themselves. But I digress. Aside from the opportunistic propaganda PETA has launched into the spotlight, there are other issues that need to be addressed. Trainers are allowed to inject medications and painkillers into the horses just before the start of a race. I believe this practice needs to be banned since this dulls the unsuspecting horse, who may never know if they’re pushing themselves to the point of injury because they can’t feel their limbs. Breeding needs to be addressed as well. As the horses continue to develop stronger, broader muscles in their upper bodies, they remain small in the weight bearing areas such as the knees and ankles. Track material is a mixed bag of arguments, but from what I have researched, synthetic track material is not much better than real dirt. Maybe that debate should be set aside due to its irrelevancy. Now is time to mourn for those who need it and action should be taken when and where it is appropriate. Groups on the attack need to distinguish between the two, so their concerns will be heard rather than rejected by groups of mourners and the innocent.

4) Stanfield, Marley Girls High Jump 11 Morgan, Jessie 4-04.00 Girls Long Jump 12 Kelch, Natasha 12-00.00 Girls Discus Throw 5 Miller, Emily 90-00 6 Lepou, Brittany 85-04

1 Brown, Tiffany 47.96 Girls 4x100 Meter Relay 8 Meade County ‘A’ 59.00 1) Reardon, Miranda 2) Ohmes, Helen 3) Medley, Megan 4) Kelch, Natasha Girls 4x200 Meter Relay 8 Meade County ‘A’ 2:00.00 1) Kelch, Natasha 2) Shacklett, Jalisa 3) Monchilovich, Tara 4) Reardon, Jaci Girls 4x400 Meter Relay 2 Meade County ‘A’ 4:11.49 1) Brown, Tiffany 2) Jenkins, Shelby 3) Reardon, Jaci 4) Stanfield, Marley Girls 4x800 Meter Relay 2 Meade County ‘A’ 10:04.78 1) Brown, Tiffany 2) Dukes, Kim 3) Jenkins, Shelby

Boys 100 Meter Dash 16 Ray, Justin 13.26 Boys 200 Meter Dash 16 Brown, Marshall 26.63 18 Amburgey, Jordan 29.46 Boys 800 Meter Run 6 Hager, Cody 2:05.00 8 Medley, Chad 2:10.49 Boys 1600 Meter Run 5 Blair, Tyler 4:58.19 12 Bowen, Zach 5:15.00 Boys 3200 Meter Run 3 Hamlet, Steven 10:43.09 6 Fackler, Matthew 11:00.67 Boys 4x100 Meter Relay 9 Meade County 50.11 1) Fackler, Kyle 2) McKee, Nathan 3) Backstrom, Charles

Busch. “We just need to keep that bull’s eye on us. Guys are looking at us and worrying about us. We’re the target that they’re shooting for. “I wouldn’t say that I’m not impressed with what I’ve done. And I’m very grateful and humble that I’ve been able to win six weeks in a row, yes, but I feel like there could have been more. And hopefully in the next couple weeks, I can go to Charlotte next week, I can either win a truck race or All-Star Race or both, at that. That would be awesome.’’

4) Brown, Marshall Boys 4x200 Meter Relay 7 Meade County ‘A’ 1:44.81 1) Fackler, Kyle 2) McKee, Nathan 3) Backstrom, Charles 4) Brown, Marshall Boys 4x400 Meter Relay 6 Meade County ‘A’ 3:44.00 1) Buttram, Gabe 2) Medley, Chad 3) Hager, Cody 4) Fackler, Kyle Boys 4x800 Meter Relay 3 Meade County ‘A’ 8:45.00 1) Buttram, Gabe 2) Hamlet, Steven 3) Hager, Cody 4) Medley, Chad Boys Triple Jump 10 Backstrom, Charles 31-04.00 Boys Shot Put 5 Popham, Matt 45-05.00 11 Stockwell, Cody

36-11.25 Boys Discus Throw 5 Popham, Matt 123-02 10 Stockwell, Cody 107-07 Women - Team Rankings 18 Events Scored 1) North Hardin 167 2) Elizabethtown 112 3) Meade County 106 4) Bardstown 80.50 5) John Hardin 62 6) Nelson County 59 7) Fort Knox 46 8) Larue County 39 9) Central Hardin 29.50 Men - Team Rankings 18 Events Scored 1) North Hardin 182 2) Bardstown 136 3) John Hardin 97 4) Elizabethtown 75 5) Nelson County 65 6) Central Hardin 46 7) Meade County 36 7) Larue County 36 9) Fort Knox 25

Lady Waves plays region First round

Staff Report The Meade County Lady Waves Tennis team competed in the Regional Tournament on Monday and Tuesday. Several of the individuals performed well, but faced tough competition from LaRue County. Caroline Wilson was knocked out in the second round along with first doubles team, Daphne Fisher and Jennifer Hail. Here are the results:

Stein (NC) def. Kate Daily (MC), 6-2 and 6-0. Caroline Wilson (MC) def. Powell (A), 6-0 and 6-0. Daphne Fisher/Jennifer Hail (MC) def Perez/Whitaker (FK), 6-0 and 6-6 (10-8). DuPlessis/Hazle (E) def. Jessie Jordan/ Olivia Wright (MC),6-1 and 6-0.

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Canter/Howell (LC) def. Daphne Fisher/Jennifer Hail, 6-1 and 6-0. Brey (LC) def. Caroline Wilson, 6-1 and 6-3.

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Baseball From page B1 Vessles has been able to pitch for the Tigers. The biggest blow to the pitching staff was Glasscock, whose season ended with Tommy John surgery. The surgery is to replace the ulnar collateral ligament reconstruction (or UCL) in the elbow. â&#x20AC;&#x153;On the bright side, we were able to have some guys really step up and help us out,â&#x20AC;? Ball said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Dustin Lucas, T.J. Simmons and David Himmelhaver have been great for us as pitchers.â&#x20AC;? Lucas is also a monster on the base paths. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He is important for us because if he can get on, he can disrupt the defense with his speed,â&#x20AC;? Ball said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Glasscock has been awesome behind the plate and we expect him to have a big day at the plate.â&#x20AC;? Vessels is one of the Tigersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; best batters, but has been in a slump the last few games. But Ball feels he is ready to break out and really do some damage for the team. Breckinridgeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s record is 7-17 overall and 2-2 in the district. Though they may not show it, they have played well against tough competition. They lost to a ranked Louisville Butler team by only by four runs, 10-6. Their best game was against Carolina Forest High School during the Myrtle Beach Spring Break Tournament. Carolina was ranked fourth in Class 4A

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Friday, May 16, 2008 in South Carolina. The Tigers lead for most of the game but lost in eight innings, 6-4. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have played a really tough schedule against some really good teams,â&#x20AC;? Ball added. The Tigers come into the District 11 Tournament with high expectations and are looking to win. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We expect to win just like Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m sure Meade and Hancock both expect to win it,â&#x20AC;? Ball said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;That is how close the talent of the three teams are â&#x20AC;&#x201D; all three expecting to win and all three have a very good chance at doing it. There wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be any upsets in this tournament because it can go either way.â&#x20AC;? For Breckinridge to be successful, they have to eliminate errors. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We really need to take care of the routine plays,â&#x20AC;? Ball said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If we cut down our errors and put the ball in play offensively, I think we will have a pretty good showing.â&#x20AC;?

Meade County Meade County has had a tough year. Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve collected only five wins and endured 12 losses, but theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve shown signs of improvement throughout the season. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think we have just as good of a chance to win as anyone in the tournament,â&#x20AC;? Greenwave head coach Daren Snell said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We can beat Hancock and Breckinridge, we just have to play well.â&#x20AC;? The Greenwave have played against a lot of tough squads this season and have kept many games even, only to lose in the fiA State Tournament. â&#x20AC;&#x153;That was a huge tournament for us,â&#x20AC;? Schwindel said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It really gave us a lot of confidence. We are really playing well right now.â&#x20AC;? In the end, Schwindel knows there will not be any easy games for any team. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Right now, I have to give Meade County the edge,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Mike (Harreld) has really gotten that young team to play well. So I have to say theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re the team to beat right now. â&#x20AC;&#x153;These games are going to be dogfights no matter what and we are going to be ready to play.â&#x20AC;?

against Breckinridge, 7-4, but donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t expect to see an offensive scoring barrage that high. Each team plans to throw their best at each other, which may make the defense key and keep the score low. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re going to pitch both of our aces during this game,â&#x20AC;? Schwindel said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I could see the score being 1-0 or 2-1. It definitely wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be 7-4 like the last game.â&#x20AC;? The Hornetsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; strengths have been primarily pitching and defense, while inconsisBreckinridge County tencies in hitting has been The coaches agreed that in costly during the season. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The key is consistency,â&#x20AC;? the beginning of the season, Schwindel said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;All season the veteran Breckinridge long we have pitched and County Tigers team was the fielded well. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s where district favorite. However our strengths are, but we ,head coach Mike Harned put it best that the team has have to hit the ball. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We need those pivotal had a â&#x20AC;&#x153;Dr. Jekyll and Mr. two-out hits that score two Hyde approach.â&#x20AC;? The Tigers boast the best runs, rather than leaving runoverall record in the district ners stranded on the bases.â&#x20AC;? One of the hitters Schwin- going 23-8. But with two lossdel expects to step up is se- es to Meade and split games nior captain and shortstop, with Hancock they ended up with a 2-3 record. Britney Sanders. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I never know for certain â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been hitting around .470 all year,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s which Breckinridge County a heck of a shortstop and team is going to show up,â&#x20AC;? lately sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been on fire at the Harned said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There have been days that I honestly felt plate.â&#x20AC;? we could Along play comwith Sanders, the Hor- â&#x20AC;&#x153;I feel like we are the petitively nets have a best team, but I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t with any team in the proven ace think we are head state and pitcher in sophomore and shoulders above there have been other Kayla Wroe. any of them.â&#x20AC;? days that â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Mike Harreld, Meade I thought pitched we could against both County coach very easily Breckinridge be beaten and Meade,â&#x20AC;? Schwindel said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s by nearly any team in the pitched well and I expect her state.â&#x20AC;? Harned knows how difto continue to do well.â&#x20AC;? The rest of team is very ficult this district is, but still well-rounded, and each likes his chances at advancing. player understands her role. The team is very experiâ&#x20AC;&#x153;I have a great group of girls who know what they enced, with senior Courtney McHolan, who leads the team all have to do. â&#x20AC;&#x153; The Hornets come into from the mound. She has a the tournament with a No. 3 1.03 ERA with 130 strikeouts seed, but that doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t reflect and 41 walks. Sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s allowed just how good of a season the only 86 hits this year. Offensively, the team is team had. They are 23-9 overall, with a 9-4 region record, lead by Cheyenne Bray with a .386 batting average. Chaand a 2-3 district record. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve told the girls we have sity Henning follows with a had a great season, but we .363 average. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If the district tournament might not even get out of the district,â&#x20AC;? Schwindel said. plays out like the regular â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just that tough. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s re- season, the game will be low ally a shame that one of the scoring,â&#x20AC;? Harned said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;So teams wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t make it to re- we have to take care of our scoring opportunities.â&#x20AC;? gionals.â&#x20AC;? Harned feels the team has Out of the three teams in the districts, Hancock is to be smart on the base paths coming in with a lot of mo- and get clutch hitting when mentum. Last weekend, they runners are in scoring posiwere runner-up in the Class tion.

nal innings. A crucial game they lost was against perennial region powerhouse Grayson County, 6-5. The game was back and fourth, but the Greenwave again lost the game in the late innings of the game. Greenwave ace pitcher Johnathan Ives is still searching for his first win of the season, but may get it in the most important games of the season: The district tournament. Ives has pitched well, but at times the defense behind him has struggled to get the easy outs. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We need good pitching and good defense,â&#x20AC;? Snell said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think our hitting will be fine. We can hit anyone they throw at us.â&#x20AC;? Hitting has been one of the most consistent areas for the Greenwave. The third batter in the rotation, J.D. Hardesty, leads the team in hitting with a .510 batting average and 12 RBI. He also had 20 stolen bases. Mikie DeRossett leads the team with 14 RBI and is batting .479. He also has a team-high five homeruns and scored 21 times. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Overall, I think Breckinridge has the best pitching and I like their lineup,â&#x20AC;? Snell said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Their first five batters can hit and will hit. They may be the best overall team in district.â&#x20AC;?

Hancock County The coach was unable to be contacted. Although, the Hancock County Hornets are the No. 1 seed in the district. With a 14-13 record, they are the only team to stay above .500. The team is an offense powerhouse, but has sputtered against its district opponents. The Tigers scored 201 runs in 32 games which is a 6.28 run average per game. But the four games against district foes the Tigers, have only scored seven runs, which averages out to 1.75 runs a game. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I really like our chances of making some noise during the postseason,â&#x20AC;? Harned said â&#x20AC;&#x153;I have a great group of kids that want nothing more than to end this successful season with a respectable run in the postseason.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Whoever advances from this district will have a good shot at advancing to the state tournament,â&#x20AC;? he added.

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LEFT: Justin Amburgey swings at the ball during Tuesday nightâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s game against Fort Knox. ABOVE: Malory Wathen attempts to turn a double play during a game played earlier in the season.

Greenwave banks wins before postseason Staff Report The Meade County baseball has found a little hot streak in the waning moments of the season. On Tuesday they beat Fort Knox Eagles, 6-2. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s big just to play well before districts,â&#x20AC;? Greenwave head coach Daren Snell said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;At this point of the season any win is a big win.â&#x20AC;? The Greenwave opened up the scoring in the bottom of the first when J.D. Hardesty scored on a pass ball to make the score 1-0. In the third inning, Corey Bruce hit a two run home run to extend the lead, 3-0. The Greenwave scored in the fifth when Andrew Oliver hit a two-out double down the right field foul line to score Hardesty. Oliver then scored a few plays later when Justin Amburgey hit a bloop single to make the score 5-0. The Greenwave scored its last run in the bottom of the sixth when Bruce hit a high fly ball that dropped between the leftfielder and centerfielder. Levi Singleton scored on the hit. Bo Wilson recorded his first victory as a

Lady Waves lose defensive battle

The Lady Waves dropped a close game to North Hardin on Monday night 2-1. Amanda Smith had a double and an RBI, while Cindy Padgett had a hit along with Erin Sireno and Malory Wathen. Maris Harreld pitched six and two-thirds innings, giving up one earned run and scattering five in the loss.

Lady Waves blanked by Butler

The Lady Waves traveled to Butler on Tuesday night and was shut out, 1-0. Padgett had two singles and Sireno had a single. Those were the only hits the Lady Waves produced that night. Kirstie Maloney pitched six innings, allowed three hits, and gave up no earned runs. The Lady Wave defense committed two errors in the game.

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FEATURE Pop a top at the Coca-Cola memorabilia museum Friday, May 16, 2008

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Visitors to the world’s rabilia in the world is in biggest and best collection the World of Coke exhibit of Coca-Cola items can have that opened in May 2007 at a Coke and a smile as soon Olympic Park in Atlanta. as they enter the building. Even that $146 million projSmiles are free and the ect pales in number and drink is only five cents at value. One might say the the Schmidt Museum of Kentucky-based museum is Coca-Cola Memorabilia in definitely the real thing. Elizabethtown. Personally, Only 2,500 of the I’m a Pepsi kind of guy who museum pieces wouldn’t give even a nickel are in the public for a Coke, but that doesn’t viewing area, stop museum curator Roy all arranged Minagawa from providing in chronologiroyal treatment on my first cal order. Walking along visit. He does, however, im- row after row of display mediately ask me to step cases, visitors see the most into the back room of the rare of items, including the massive structure. I figured only complete collection it had something to do with of Coca-Cola serving trays getting my 32-ounce bottle in the world. The Victorian of Pepsi out of public view. Girl serving tray from 1897, Actually, he is anxious to is one of only two known to show off the 800 bottles he exist. has fashioned into a giant, “One of the most reone-of-a-kind Coca-Cola markable things about this tree. collection is that we have “I found a sign on eBay some of the rarest items in that looks like a bottle cap, multiples,” says Minagaso I’ll top it off with that,” wa, pointing out one of six Minagawa says. “The inno- Wheeling Pottery syrup disvative overseer says he came pensers highly coveted by up with the idea for the collectors. Coke tree “because there’s Several vehicles are on a new generation of visitors display, both inside and that need to be wooed.” outside the building. Roy Owners of the unique says his favorite piece in the Kentucky treasure that has entire collection is the 1949 been luring visitors for White-brand truck with a years, the Schmidt family Hobbs body. Although he has been in the bottling busi- has been involved with the ness since collection for 1901. It was eight years, only in the only recently early ‘70s did he disthat Bill and cover a speJan Schmidt cial feature began acon the bright cumulating yellow vewhat now hicle. includes The back 80,000 items. bumper can —Roy Minagawa, Some of the be extended museum curator items were to allow for put on disdelivery of play at their soft drink E-town bottling plant, but machines. space there was limited. “A mechanic was through The new museum was here and pointed that out to constructed just off I-65 me,” he says. and opened in the spring of In addition to vehicles, 2006. Bill Schmidt died in one of the largest attractions April 2007. is a complete 1893 vintage “It was always Bill’s soda fountain. It was found dream to keep the collection in Kettering, Ohio, where in Elizabethtown, all under it had been in use at an ice one roof, and he got to ses it cream parlor for the past 60 happen,” says Minagawa. years. The only other major disThe highly educational play of Coca-Cola memo- tour takes visitors from the

“Pepsi just never had the following or the brand loyalty of Coca-Cola.”

very beginning of the product in 1886 and provides tidbits of information that may be surprising. For example, being a child of the ‘50s, I did know that Coke was only a nickel in the mid-1950s, but didn’t know that price remained for nearly 65 years. It “jumped” to six cents in 1956. It was news to me, the image of Santa Claus we know today is the result of an ad campaign in 1931. Neither was I aware ads claiming the drink provided medical benefits continued until 1910, and Coca-Cola made chewing gum from 1903 to 1924. Also, Coke wasn’t the first nationally-known brand. That honor goes to Dr. Pepper. Speaking of brands, Minagawa has some sad news for people like me who might enjoy a visit to a Pepsi museum. He says he’s not aware of one anywhere. “Pepsi just never had the following or the brand loyalty of Coca-Cola,” he says. One bit of information that gave me a thrill involved one of the many celebrities who promoted Coke productions through the years by lending her name to advertising. Actress Joan Crawford was an early Coke spokeswoman who eventually married the chairman of the board of Pepsi. Now that may not be a big deal to most folks, but for us Pepsi people who avoid the Coke side of life, it at least gives us a pause that refreshes. The museum is located at 109 Buffalo Creek Drive. Hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday, 1 to 5 p.m. Sundays. Adults pay $5; seniors $4; and youth, $2. Preschoolers get in free. Columnist Don White has served as editor at several Kentucky newspapers. His Kentucky Traveler features are published throughout the state. Contact him at www.thekytraveler.com.

TOP: A gigantic hand grasping a Coca-Cola bottle protrudes through the wall of the Schmidt Museum of CocaCola Memorabilia in Elizabethtown, Ky. LEFT: Museum curator Ray Minagawa holds a larger than life Coca-Cola bottle cap.

PHOTOS BY DON WHITE

A very difficult, but important, appointment to keep

It was a busy morning, about 8:30 a.m., when an elderly gentleman in his 80s, arrived at the doctor’s office to have stitches removed from his thumb. He said he was in a hurry as he had an appointment at 9:00 am. The nurse took his vital signs and had him take a seat, knowing it would be over an hour before someone would to able to see him. But as she continued to see him looking repeatedly at his watch, the nurse decided to ask another doctor to evaluate his wound. While taking care of his wound, the nurse asked him if he had another doctor’s appointment that morning, since he seemed in such a hurry. The gentleman said no, that he needed to go to the nursing home to eat breakfast with his wife. The doctor inquired as to her health. The elderly man said that his wife suffered from Alzheimer’s disease and had lived in the nursing home for a while. He had been unable to take care of her in their home and had to find a good place for her to live. As the three of them discussed her disease progress, the doctor asked if his wife would be upset if he was a bit late. The elderly gentleman replied that his wife no longer knew who he was, that she had not recognized him in five years now. The nurse looked surprised and asked him, “And you still go every morning, even though she doesn’t know who you are?” He smiled, nodded, and said, “She doesn’t know me, but I still know who she is.” The author is unknown in this poignant story, so the reader has to assume he has actually witnessed or lived through this event. We do know for a fact, though,

many husbands, wives, The disease is progressive, sons and daughters live life limiting and the fourth this type of scenario every leading cause of death in day as they journey adults, after heart together with their Sr. Citizens disease, cancer and News loved one through stroke. Alzheimer’s disWhile research ease. And so begins and treatments for the long good-bye. Alzheimer’s disease Alzheimer’s dishave advanced in reease is a vicious and cent years, no cure or deceiving disease. complete preventaWhile the person tive measures have affected often has been found as of totheir normal apday. The medications Monica pearance, the mind Ruehling prescribed for deis being robbed of its mentia and its counmemories, reasonterpart, Alzheimer’s ing and behavioral abilities. disease, are only meant to

slow the effects and maybe to stabilize for a while, but unfortunately, will not stop its final progression. Realizing its inevitable outcome, we find ourselves as family members and caregivers struggling to understand this devastating disease. We are caught in the middle as we fight against the still-present stigma of Alzheimer’s disease, and fight for more awareness and acceptance from the government, health care systems, and community. The caregivers must also struggle internally. While

his wife won’t be able to recall if he has been there that morning to eat breakfast with her, she knows instinctively that she is loved by this person and often feels safer when he is around. But, unfortunately, she will be unable to tell the last time he came to see her or even his name. The husband knows, though. He knows there is still a person inside the shell of the body; she is still his beautiful, young bride from many years ago, the strong, capable mother of his children, the soul keeper of

his secrets and dreams. He made his vows to her and even though it is one of the most difficult vows to keep, he will continue to care for her through this sickness to the end. It is the least he can do for her as he hurries to leave the doctor’s office for the most important appointment, breakfast with his wife. Monica is the Family Caregiver Program Coordinator for the Lincoln Trail Area Agency on Aging. She can be reached at (270) 769-2393, 1-800-264-0393 or by e-mail at monica@ltadd.org.

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FRANKFORT — Approximately one million Kentuckians enjoy bird watching, according to the latest survey by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Now is the perfect time of year to take up this hobby as resident birds are nesting and migrating species are making their way back from their wintering areas. “Birds are so readily accessible,” said Danny Watson, a wildlife biologist with the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources. “You don’t have to travel far to find them.” Bird watchers can enjoy the hobby around their homes, at local parks, wildlife management areas (WMAs), state forests or even cemeteries open to the public. Bird watching is relatively inexpensive and requires little equipment. “The skills that are required to do it are simple,” Watson said. “A pair of binoculars, a field guide and a little bit of direction from a knowledgeable birder are enough to get you started.” Watson recommends beginning birders invest in a pair of binoculars with quality optics. Spending a bit more on an above-average pair of binoculars can increase your success. “Crisp, clear focus is the most important thing, because of the detail that you might need to see on a bird to identify it,” Watson said. Once you have chosen a pair of binoculars, you will

need to find a good field guide to help identify birds in your area. “The Peterson Field Guide to Eastern Birds“ is the most popular field guide and a good place to start. Familiarize yourself with the layout of your field guide before you go bird watching. Birds are organized by family groups, not alphabetically. “One of the best tools that a beginner can develop is how to identify birds by song,” said Watson. He recommends beginners get a CD to learn the songs of birds in this area. “The Peterson Field Guide to Bird Songs: Eastern and Central North America” is one popular CD. Once you have binoculars and a field guide, it’s time to go bird watching. Dawn and dusk find birds most active. However, Watson recommends beginners not go out right at daylight. “For a beginner, the amount of song at that time of day is intimidating,” he said. “It’s difficult to pick up the individual songs. At 7 or 7:30, they have a tendency to slow down a bit.” Bird watchers should be careful to practice good etiquette both towards birds and other watchers. Wear drab colors such as khaki, camouflage or olive drab. Bright red, for example, can alarm birds and cause them to flush. Talk in a whisper if you need to communicate, so you don’t scare birds away. Do not disturb nesting birds or eggs in a nest. Leave pets at

Bourbon Festival hosts sampler night Submitted by the Dept. of Fish and Wildlife Resources

FRANKFORT — If sampling some of the world’s finest bourbons, eating good food and listening to some great bluegrass music sounds like a fun Saturday night for you, then the Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Foundation has just what you’re after June 7 at the Salato Wildlife Education Center in Frankfort. The Bourbon Sampler, hosted by the Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Foundation and the Kentucky Bourbon Festival, Inc., helps raise funds for new exhibits at the Salato Center. You can sample bourbon from eight major Kentucky distilleries and excellent food from area restaurants and caterers. The Shining will play fine bluegrass music throughout the event, outdoor exhibits will be lighted for evening viewing, and Salato staff and volunteers will offer free tours and programs. A silent auction will help raise additional funds for the Center. “This has been one of our most popular fundraising events,” said Laurie Davison, director of the Salato Center. “We rely on donations to the Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Foundation and events like this for much of our funding. It’s a great way to support a worthy cause and have fun while you’re doing it!” The event begins at 6:30 p.m. (Eastern time) and will continue through 9 p.m. Tickets may be purchased in advance for $50 a person by calling the Kentucky Bourbon Festival at 1-800638-4877 or (502) 348-3623, visiting their Web site at

www.kybourbonfestival. com, or in person at the Salato Center. The cost of tickets and silent auction purchases are tax deductible. Tickets may also be purchased at the door the night of the event by cash or check only. The event is limited to 500 participants. Thirty dollars of every ticket will go to the Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Foundation and the remaining $20 to the Kentucky Bourbon Festival, Inc. All silent auction proceeds benefit the Salato Center. The Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Foundation is a 501c3 charitable organization that seeks to raise funds for exhibits at the Salato Wildlife Education Center. The Salato Center, a part of the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources, receives no General Fund tax dollars and is funded by donations to the Foundation, by the sale of hunting and fishing licenses, and boat registrations. For more information about the Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Foundation, go online to www.kentuckywildlife.com. For more information, call 1-800-858-1549, ext. 331. Learn more about upcoming events at the Salato Center on the Internet at fw.ky.gov. The Salato Center, operated by Kentucky Fish and Wildlife, is located at the department’s headquarters on U.S. 60 in Frankfort, 1.5 miles west of U.S. 127. Hours of operation are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays. The Center is closed Sundays, Mondays and state holidays.

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watchers. The Kentucky Ornithological Society and local chapters of the National Audubon Society sponsor events and provide information for beginners. Kentucky Fish and Wildlife’s Salato Wildlife Education Center in Frankfort periodically offers bird watching events, as does the Kentucky Department of Parks. Visit fw.ky.gov or parks.ky.gov for more information.

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Strange but True By Samantha Weaver •There is a law on the books in Maine that prohibits having your shoes untied in public. I assume that one is not much enforced. •Carpool lanes are becoming more widespread as big cities across the country try to cope with increasing traffic congestion, and people are coming up with more and more creative ways to take advantage of this fact. When one pregnant Arizona woman was pulled over for driving with no passengers in the carpool lane, she claimed that her unborn child qualified as a passenger. •There is a museum for almost everything, it seems. In Mount Horeb, Wisc., for instance, there is an entire museum dedicated solely to mustard. At last count, it had more than 3,000 jars of the condiment. •The company now known as Clorox was originally called the ElectroAlkaline Company.

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ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Although you might prefer moving forward at a steady pace, it might be a good idea to stop and reassess your plans. You could find a good reason to make a change at this time.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Just when you thought you had everything planned to the smallest detail, you get some news that could unsettle things. But a timely explanation helps put it all back on track.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Home and work continue to compete for your attention. But you handle it well by giving each its proper due. Someone you trust offers valuable advice. Listen to it.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Unsettling news creates a difficult but not impossible situation. Continue to follow your planned routine, but keep your mind open to a possible change down the line.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) Lick your wounded pride if you like, but it’s a better idea to find out why your suggestions were rejected. What you learn could help you deal with an upcoming situation.

VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Feeling a bit listless? No wonder. You might be pushing too hard to finish everything on your to-do list. Cutting it down could help get your energy levels up.

LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Taking time out of your busy schedule might be the best way to handle that sensitive private matter. It will help reassure everyone involved about your priorities.

SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Insist on full disclosure by all parties before agreeing to be part of a “great deal.” What you learn should help you decide whether to go with it or not.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Your decision to protect the secret that was entrusted to you might irk some people. But it also wins you the admiration of those who value trust and loyalty.

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CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Creative activities take on a practical approach as you realize you might be able to market your work. Ask for advice from someone experienced in this area.

AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) If you’re suddenly a bit unsure about your decision, ask trusted colleagues and/or friends or family members for suggestions that could help resolve your doubts.

PISCES (February 19 to March 20) A workplace situation could get stormy. But stay on course until there’s a solution that meets with everyone’s approval, and things can finally calm down.

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812-738-3236

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422-1202

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812-596-3236

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7510 E. Hwy 60, Irvington, KY

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Cancer Benefit, AMVETS is sponsoring a benefit for Billy Brooks, May 31. The benefit will be at 155 Hagan Rd Vine Grove, Ky. Events beginning at 2 p.m. Billy has been diagnosed with terminal cancer. He will leave behind two small children and a wife. All proceeds will go to the Brooks family. For more information call 828-5483.

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Land for sale 18+/- acres has trailer, barn, garage, stocked pond and tractor w/equipment, asking $80,000 call 547-1894. For Sale - possible contract 4 or 5 bedroom, 2500 Sq Ft full finished walk out basement, 3 baths, 2 kitchens, large double car garage and storage shed. Call 547-8328. 2 Bedroom, 1 bath, eat in kitchen, basement, 30x40 insulated shop, 6 acres of pasture fenced for horses, pond, 2 small outbuildings, gas heat with central air, wood stove, appliances stay, will sell house, garage and 2 acres separately. For more information call 496-4554 or 945-3076. House for Sale, 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, utility room, large kitchen, heat and air. Financing available to qualified buyer. Call 422-2638 or 547-0000. Tired of high gas prices? Trade Meade or Breckinridge County property for 4 bedroom, 3 ½ bath home in Louisville near Taylorsville Road. Full basement, 2 car garage and screen porch. $195,000 call Ken Heavrin 547-9547. 1200+ sq. ft., 3 bedroom, 2 bath, new paint, new roof on 9.6 acres. Minutes from Brandenburg in Mauckport. $59,900 Owner Financing Available. Owner KY Broker, 547-8099. 1.1/8 acre 3 bedroom, 1 bath home central heat and air, city water, 30x50 metal building and well. 10 minutes to Fort Knox, Garrett area, $91,000 rent/lease to own, 270-547-8279. 28 acres Meade County perfect weekend get away. All woods, blacktop road, good hunting. $39,500. Call Marion at 668-4035 or www.mwlandforsale.com. Grand Opening Sale! Saturday, May 31st! 1+ acre lake access just $29,900- includes FREE boat slips! On 160,000 acre recreational lake in Kentucky. Save $5000 GUARANTEED! Prime dockable lakefront available. Lowest financing in 25+ years. Be 1st to see! Call now 1-800-704-3154, x1819.

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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 nice double wide home, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, city water, new carpet and fresh paint new decks, very nice and clean home on block foundation, located off U.S. Hwy 60 and Hobbs-Reesor Rd. on Buckler Av. $79,900 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. 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. 1.3 wooded acres off Buck Grove Road at Eagle’s Nest, city water good septic evaluation, nice property for your home or mobile home. $24,900 Financing available for Everyone! www.Kentucky-land. com, 270-828-2222. 1.5 acres with nice Double-Wide home, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, city water, 2 car garage. Located off Hwy. 60 and Osborn Road. $79,900 Financing available for Everyone! www. Kentucky-land.com, 270-828-2222.

Kentucky Land Company of Irvington Real Estate Development

We buy and sell land

270-547-4222

McGeheeHumphreyDavis Realty and Auction 422-4977 877-6366 547-4977

Thinking about selling your farm give us a call we pay cash, quick closing

We offer owner financing on most all our properties with no prequalifications!

8 acres Breck Co. with new house large metal building also nice cabin with basement nice place must see.

*Please visit our website at www.mhdrealty.com*

7 acres Breck Co. lays good mostly open some trees only $500 DN.

RESTRICTED BUILDING LOTS

Nice 3 bedroom stone house, new roof has several large ponds and barn, good fence great for horses on 25 acres $169,500.

4 ACRE LOTS, just off Hwy 144 Flaherty, blacktop frontage and county water, $37,500.

10, 12, 15 acres tracts Breck Co. mostly open some trees has frontage on Sinking Creek $900 DN.

1-2 Acre Lots, on Highway 144 and approx. 2 miles from US 60, 20 minutes from E-town. $29,900.

Nice lake lots on Rough River near Adkins Camp Site, county water great get away only $900 DN.

Forest Ridge, 1-2 Acre Wooded Lots, Restricted to Site Built Homes, off Hwy 1638 close to Otter Creek Park $24,900.

5.7 acres mostly wooded, little open Breck Co. very private only $500 DN. 7 acres beautiful creek front property near Cloverport, Breck Co. O.K. for home or cabin, access to Ohio River and boat ramp. Great for fishing or boating, perfect get away. 1-6 acres in Meade County near Fort Knox. Ok for single or doublewides homes. County water and electric available, owner financing.

HUNTERS PARADISE!!! * 88 acres in Fordsville, $1,400 an acre, may divide. * 38 acres in McQuady. * 367 acres in Lewis County near Morehead. *112 acres in Breckinridge County. May Divide Must See To Appreciate. We pay cash for farms or land.

CALL MARION WHELAN

270.668.4035 www.mwlandforsale.com

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812.968.3011 812.267.4462

COUNTRY VILLAGE

Motel Reasonable Rooms Rates & Cabins Nice & Clean Nightly, Weekly & Monthly Rates

(270) 422-2282

Furnished Apartment

For Rent One Bedroom • Utilities Included

(270) 422-2282

Storage Sheds Most All Sizes Available $29.50 and up Easy Access • Call for Availability

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ACREAGE 5 Acre Lots, off Hwy 823 Meade Co., nice lots with nice amount of trees, $21,900 each. Mobile Home Lot, 2 Acres, Old Ekron Road, city water, perk tested, $19,900. 1 Acre Set Up For Mobile, close to Fort Knox, Hwy 1238, Meade Co. $24,500 Owner Financing.

LOTS W/ HOMES 3 Bedroom, 1 ½ Bath Modular Home, Vine Grove, completely remodeled, new laminate flooring, carpet, paint, windows, priced to sell, $69,900 possible owner financing. 1.6 Acres 3 bedroom, 2 bath mobile home, city water, 2 miles from Brandenburg, $52,900. 1 Acre 2 bedroom, 1 bath mobile home, w/cistern, Midway, $39,900. OWNER FINANCING AVAILABLE

CHERRY BLOSSOM GOLF/COUNTRY CLUB, Georgetown. Voted #1 public access golf course by GolfWeek Magazine. Join us for your next round or outing. Call 502-570-9849.

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.

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Al-Anon meets every Sunday and Tuesday, 8 p.m., Alcohalt House. For more information, call 497-4885.

Shepard Mix • Female • 8 wks Lab Mix • Male • 8 wks

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.

DESTIN, FORT WALTON BEACH, SOUTH WALTON, PANAMA CITY & PORT ST JOE, FLORIDA. Best selection of beach cottages, homes & condos. On-line Reservations. www.SouthernResorts. com 800.737.2322.

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. CDL Class-A & B Training. Employment Assistance. Get PREHIRED and Go to Work! Tuition Reimbursement and finance options available. www.tatcdl.com 1-866-244-3644 Truck America Training. Company Drivers: Join our family! Solos- Teams. Super high mileage, great HOME time! CDL-A/ 2yrs experience. 99% no touch. Hazmat preferred. Empire Express 800-500-3089. Delta Career Academy Currently Enrolling local students for 16 day Class-A CDL training. $800-$850 avg. starting pay. 60 Second Approval. 800-883-0171. Driver - CDL-A. The Grass is Greener at PTL. Students with CDL Welcome - excellent training Co. Drivers Earn up to 46¢pm O/O’s Earn 1.21¢pm 22yrs of age, 12mos OTR. No Forced Northeast! Co. Drivers: 800-848-0405 O/O’s: 877-774-3533 www.ptlinc.com.

White & Gray Tabby Male • 2 Years Old

Terrier Mix Male • 1 Year Old

Tiger Tabby Female

Shephard Mix Male • 1 Year Old

Mother & 2 Kittens Kittens 6 Weeks Old

Blue Healer Female • 8 Months Old

3 Kittens • Male & Female 10 Weeks Old

Golden Lab Female • 3-4 Years Old

"Cupcake" Mix Female • Full Grown

Bumps and Bruises

should be your only concern… Knight Transportation Indianapolis, IN Division - “Small” Company feel with the financial stability of a “Big” Company. You are invited to join our “Indy Team” for some “Hoosier Hospitality” *Daily pay *Good Home time *Med/ Vision/ Dental/ 401k *2006 or new trucks. 4mos OTR experience required. 888-346-4639. Owner Ops: 800-437-5907. www.knighttrans.com. Want home weekly with more pay? Run Heartland’s Ohio Regional! $.45/mile company drivers. $1.32 for operators! 12 months OTR required. Heartland Express 1-800-441-4953 www.heartlandexpress. com.

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Driver: Class-A CDL drivers & Class-B CDL Drivers w/hazmat. Local, Regional & OTR. Job openings in Louisville, KY & Evansville, IN. 502-452-1096 (2yrs recent experience required) www.abdrivers. com.

Simply fill out the form below and mail with your check or money order made out to The News Standard. Your ad will then appear in the next edition of your hometown newspaper.

Drivers - Competitive Pay, Great Home Time, Van and Flatbed Fleets. Accepting Recent Grads. 23 YO, 1yr OTR, CDL-A. Smithway Motor Xpress 888-619-7607 www. smxc.com.

Price: $7.00 for up to 25 words • Each additional word 25¢ MAIL TO: The News Standard 1065 Old Ekron Road Brandenburg, KY 40108

Drivers: Don’t Miss This. Sign-On Bonus 35-42 cpm. Earn over $1000 weekly. Excellent benefits. Need CDL-A and 3 mos recent OTR. 800-635-8669.

Write your ad copy on the lines below. If you need more space please use another sheet and include it with the order form and your check or call to use debit or credit.

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Friday, May 16, 2008

Youth In Charge hosts Teen Leadership Conference By Chelsey Garris chelsey@thenewsstandard.com Many clubs are offered at Meade County High School for students to become involved in, and Youth In Charge (YIC) is one in particular that carries a strong message. YIC is a club for students who are against teen drug and alcohol abuse. These students are willing to do anything to share information with the community about how detrimental substance abuse can be. Beverly Morrison, Student Assistance Program Coordinator at MCHS, is the YIC sponsor. â&#x20AC;&#x153;These kids are linked with a common goal to stop the use of drugs and alcohol in teens, and they are very passionate about it,â&#x20AC;? Morrison said. Student leaders of the club include co-presidents Brandy Childress and Hannah Allen, secretary Jessie Jordan, treasurer Kelly Beglin, reporter Candice Cruz and historian Brianne Damron. These students are assisted by their advisory council which consists of Angela Albano, Charlie Thomas, Kate Dailey, Eric Whelan, J.L. Cannady, Jessica Walters, Rebecca Mitchner, Shelby Chism, Sidney Allen, Danny Wunning, Amy Hardesty, Cameron Yundt, Amber Kirchner and Heather McGee. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I feel (Youth In Charge)

gives high school students the ability to contribute their services to working causes like the Teen Leadership Conference, and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also a club that recognizes and applauds those students who have chosen to be drug and alcohol free,â&#x20AC;? said Hannah Allen, YIC co-president. YIC hosts many different activities throughout the year, though its biggest event annually is the Teen Leadership Conference (TLC). The TLC â&#x20AC;&#x201D; which was held at Otter Creek Park and Stuart Pepper Middle School on Monday â&#x20AC;&#x201D; gives club members the opportunity to meet with eighth-graders and discuss how to resist peer pressure to try drugs and alcohol as they move on to the freshman academy next year. More than 30 YIC students attended the TLC conference. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Normally I take about 25 students with me to the conference,â&#x20AC;? Morrison said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;But we had so many students that wanted to do this, I had to take more.â&#x20AC;? To be a leader at the TLC, students must compete in an essay contest. This year Morrison had to choose from 52 essays. The conference began at 12:30 p.m. at the Otter Creek Park Conference Center and concluded with a parent workshop and dance at Stuart Pepper Middle School Monday evening. Mike Kuntz and Jennifer Hollifield, of

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ABOVE: DeWayne GoLightly, a.k.a. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Reverend Rap,â&#x20AC;? performed â&#x20AC;&#x153;The ABCs of Successâ&#x20AC;? for the eighth-grade students who attend Mondayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Youth in Charge TLC at Otter Creek Park.

LEFT: High school Teen Leadership Conference leaders read different scenarios aloud to a group of eighthgraders and ask what the characters in each skit should do to avoid being influenced by drugs and alcohol using peers.

the American Lung Association, and Maureen Wilcox, of the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Why kNOw Abstinence Program,â&#x20AC;? were part of the conference and offered workshops to the middle school students about making smart decisions. DeWayne GoLightly, commonly known as Reverend Rap, has been a staple of the conference for more than 15 years. He also offered a lively performance called â&#x20AC;&#x153;The ABCs of Success.â&#x20AC;? The presenters talked about issues such as drugs, alcohol and premarital sex in a way that allowed students to have fun and express themselves,

while learning and asking questions about serious information. The more than 100 eighthgrade students that attended the TLC were divided into groups that rotated through the various workshops throughout the day. As events at Otter Creek Park concluded, students were transported back to Stuart Pepper Middle School where they participated in a dinner and dance, while their parents attended a workshop focusing on underage drinking. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The eighth graders really have a lot of fun and they

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If you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to work immediately after school, you could catch the bus to save gas and reduce the emissions released by your car. Many people utilize public transportation because of high fuel costs, but sharing a ride to work or school is also a prime way to be environmentally helpful. For more health-conscious people, you can choose from organic varieties of your favorite food items at the grocery store. Many of peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s favorite foods have an organic option. Organic foods provide the same nutrients â&#x20AC;&#x153;normalâ&#x20AC;? foods do, minus all the pesticides and man-made additives and preservatives. Those who do buy organic groceries oftentimes note the fact their food generally tastes better, though organic food can be slightly more ex-

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learn a lot,â&#x20AC;? Morrison said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;But I also think that our high school students learn a lot too, and realize how much of a role model they are to younger students.â&#x20AC;? Not only does YIC help fellow students and younger students, but it strives to benefit the community as a whole. Last year, the club passed a social post ordinance to have local restaurants become completely smoke free. The students signed petitions for each restaurant, and were finally able to get the law passed in our county. YIC has helped to make Golden Chi-

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The Meade County High School Wave Revue presents:

Super Heroes and Other Questionable Characters The Meade County High School auditorium was home to “Superheroes and Other Questionable Characters” when the high school’s choral department performed the 31st annual production, “The Wave Revue,” on Friday, May 6, and Saturday, May 7. The show featured several chorus members dressed as popular superheroes, Disney pop-stars, and even the devious Siamese cats from the Disney tale, “Lady and the Tramp,” as they sang a wide range of songs. Students and staff of the high school had the chance to watch the dress rehearsal during the school day on Friday.

1: Lindsey McCormick and Johnathan Ives. 2: Stephanie Menser and the WKU Mascot. 3: Students sing and dance across the stage. 4: Nick Powers (left) and Evan Matthews. 5: Kalyn (left) and Brianna Stewart. 6: The Meade County Chorus performs. 7: Julia Powers sings. 8: Rebecca Mitchner (left), Julia Powers and Johnathan McCoy. 9: Students pose at the close of Act 1. 10: Justin Henry (left) and Ryan Mundell. 11: A group of superheroes perform on stage.

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Congratulations to the Meade County archery team

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CLOCKWISE STARTING WITH BOTTOM LEFT: Courtney Campbell wins another national title. Joy Staney finds her target. Amber Kessinger shoots a bull’s eye. Zac Crutcher pulls back his arrow. Stuart Pepper Middle school takes second place in the tournament. Justin Walter, the team clown, shows off his “guns.” Ryan Miller pulls back his arrow. Rhett Burks looks away in disappointment after a shot. Meade County Students that finished in the top five in their divisions.

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Last Saturday the national archery tournament was held in Louisville. With over 4,000 participants, the tournament was the largest archery tournament in the nation. No other team had as many top finishers in each age level, which makes a very unique place for archery. “Its something a lot of kids are involved with before they even join the team,” said Travis Stull, Stuart Pepper’s archery team coach. “Their parents are archers, hunters and outdoorsman. That makes the difference right there. “The kids have a bow before they join the team. A lot of these schools we played, the kids have never touched a bow until they joined the team.” Along with having involved parents and pre-existing experience, Meade County has a strong foundation of class-act kids. “These kids are great,” Stull said. “I coach and help out, but they are the ones shooting the arrows. They have great parents, too. The parents are involved, they bring the kids to practice and without them we don’t have this program.” The Stuart Pepper Middle School team performed the best At the national tourney, claiming a second place finish in the nation. The team scored 3,330 points and were beaten by only four points. The team also had the second highest number of bull’s eyes in the entire tournament with 169. Individually, Meade County students shined. Claiming another national high school title, Courtney Campbell scored 296 points. Zac Crutcher also placed in the male high school division with a score of 295. He finished fourth, only two points behind the champion, Ben Blevins from Pulaski County High School in Somerset, Ky. In the middle school division, Meaghann Dunn took first place with 290 points. Shelby Miller took seventh place with a score of 279 points. Alex Poe won fourth in the male middle school division with score of 288, after hitting 19 bull’s eyes. Taylor Knott finished in seventh place. In the elementary divisions,

Kayla Dowell and Clayton Knott finished third and fourth place respectively. At the end of the two-day tournament, the officials hosted a scholarship shootout for the top six shooters in the tournament. Three of the top six came from Meade County: Meaghann Dunn, Courtney Campbell, and Zac Crutcher. “This tournament is truly a unique experience,” Stull said. “This is a chance of a lifetime and not many kids get to experience something like this.” The following are profiles on Meade County’s top three performers.

The young gun With only a year and half of experience under her belt, it’s hard to believe that Meaghann Dunn is not only one of the best middle school archers around, but also one of the best archers in the nation. Dunn finished with a score of 290 points, which was high enough to place her in the top-seven of all competing archers at the national tournament. Because of her score, she competed in the scholarship shootout and was the only middle schooler to do so. “Well, it was very scary,” Dunn said about participating in the scholarship shootout. “Everyone else were high schoolers, but coach told me to shake it off and I tried my best.” Her best earned her a fourth place finished in the shootout. “This was amazing,” she said. “I was nervous at first, but as I was shooting, the nerves cooled off. I participated in the national tournament last year, and it really wasn’t any different from last year. So, that made me feel a lot better. ” When Dunn started archery a year and a half ago, she fell in love with it. Now it takes precedence over any other sport. “I love archery so much,” she said. “I actually blew off a soccer game to be here today.” When asked why she decided to join the archery team, she answered back, “I just thought, hey, I’ve never done this before, why not try it.” It’s a good thing she did.

The proven champion Courtney Campbell has high aspirations, and that’s completely understandable when her only competition is herself. Last year during the national tournament, she set the female high school national record with a score of 290. “I own the national record,” Campbell said. “This year I came into this tournament wanting to beat that record.” That’s just what she did when she scored a 296. That means she hit the bull’s eye all but four times. “I was a little nervous during the tournament, especially during the scholarship shoot,” Campbell said. “But I calmed down and knew I could compete.” During every year of her high school career, she has been a top performer in her division and has also been a staple of the Meade County archery team. Now she has her eyes on the gold — the real gold — as she wants to be on the USA Olympic team. “I really want to make the Olympic team,” she said. “I think I can make it. It will be a little different because they use scopes. But with a lot of hard practice, I can do it.” Practice is one of the major reasons why Campbell is one of the best shooters in the country. “I practice everyday,” she said. “But my dad has taught me everything about technique and helped my passion for archery. I owe everything to him.” Campbell, who is a senior at Meade County High School, plans to attend Bellarmine University in Lousiville. She will study chemistry and premed, while petitioning for a college archery team. “Bellarmine doesn’t have an archery team and I hope to start one up,” Campbell said. “It’s nice because archery has given me a full ride through college, so I want to keep doing it.”

The cowboy Little kids chanted, “Go Cowboy,” during the National Tournement as they admired Zac Crutcher in his cowboy hat, boots and large belt buckle. Crutcher was the only boy to represent Meade County in the scholarship shootout, and many of the younger kids from other

teams cheered him on. Not only was he one of the best archers in the 2008 National Archery tournament, he was also a fan favorite. “I’ve played other sports in front of big crowds,” Crutcher said. “But never in front the variety of people across the United States.” He also wasn’t expecting to be shooting on Saturday for a college scholarship. “We shot (Friday), so (Saturday) I went home and worked,” Crutcher said. “I didn’t even know I was going to shoot. I worked this morning and spent the whole day lifting heavy stuff.” He was one of the top shooters of the competition with 295 and 25 bull’s eyes. He fell short of first place by only two points. All three boys who finished ahead of him were seniors. Crutcher was the lone junior in the bunch. “I wasn’t nervous until I got up there in front of everyone,” he said. “Then I was like, this is a national competition, this is big time. When I heard my name with other shooters from across the country, it was different. This was big time gambling now.” Crutcher has been on the archery team since he was a freshmen. Before then he had played other sports, until he blew out his knee. Archery was the next best thing, and ended up being his calling. “I figured I can’t hurt my knee in archery,” Crutcher said. “So I decided to give it a try.” Last year Crutcher even became a certified archery coach, which has also helped his game as well as the kids he coached. “Well I help coach Flaherty Elementary,” he said. “I was certified last year and the coach for them, Ezra Stout, asked me to help out. I said yeah, and thought nothing of it, but it really helped my game. “Ezra (Stout) really helped me out. He taught me mechanics and the finer things about archery. I owe a lot to him.” Archery is something Crutcher wants to keep in his life. He even wants to incorporate it into his career. “I want to be an engineer and my dream job would be to design one of these things,” He said as he lifted and smiled at his trusty bow. “That would be an awesome job to me. Archery is one thing I really enjoy doing.”

Individual Awards Over-All Female Courtney Campbell 1st Place 296 Meaghann Dunn 2nd Place 290 Individual Awards Over-All Male Zac Crutcher 4th Place 295 Individual Awards Female Division-Elementary Kayla Dowell 3rd Place 275 Individual Awards Male Division-Elementary Clayton Knott 4th Place 283 Female Division-High School Courtney Campbell 1st Place 296 Brandi Waters 5th Place 286 Male Division-High School Zac Crutcher 4th Place 295 Female Division-Middle School Meaghann Dunn 1st Place 290 Male Division-Middle School Alex Poe 4th Place 288 Team Award Stuart Peppper Middle 2nd Place 3330 High School Division Courtney Campbell 296 Zac Crutcher 295 Brandi Waters 286 Nathan Parcell 286 Megan Parcell 279 Robert Mote 278 Jordan Reichmuth 277 Sawyer Bruce 275 Ricky Wardrip 275 Kelsey Mills 273 Aurora Laslie 271 Justin Walters 265 Brady Vessels 265 Ryan Miller 264 Amber Kessinger 263 Rhett Burks 262 Marissa Moorman 261 Jena McKinney 261 Dylan Decker 260 Aaron Ammons 260 Tim Combest 253 Austin Kasey 250 Johnathan Bates 249 Ashley Carter 248 James Smith 248 Drew Wathen 247 Samantha Dezelich 247 Shane Trembley 246 Brian Padgett 245 Aaron Popham 245 Jason Perry 243 Amber Maultsby 242

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Middle School Division Meaghann Dunn 290 Alex Poe 288 Taylor Knott 284 Randall Reardon 283 Shelby Miller 279 Cody Durbin 277 Amanda Hurt 277 Georgia Karr 277 Sean Davidson 273 Camille Buttram 272 Katie Geren 267 James Saylor 263 Lacey Reichmuth 259 Iraleigh Nava 258 Tyler Stull 241 Savannah Hoskinson 237 Cody Keith 235 Hannah Lewis 235 Johnna Clark 229 Devin Hardy 228 Nancy Morgan 224 Lisa Haddock 193 Lacee Tate 193 Elizabeth Bednar 148 Bailey Thomas 109 Flaherty Elementary James Wheatley Courtney Jones Michael Ray Olivia Kasey Kelsey Clater Madeline Tabor Morgan Cruz Katilin Daley Austin Cruz Dylan Henning Kalem Fetters Josh Ramsey Katie Schott John Kinney Justin Ray Julie Nichols Jessica Sipes Christopher Vibert Cara Caro

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Payneville Elementary Clayton Knott 283 Kayla Dowell 275 Taryne Knott 268 Amanda Beirman 267 Ashley Padgett 260 Ashley Brown 257 C.J. Saylor 254 Jacob Mattingly 246 Jasmine Hall 246 Jenny Grant 239 Kellen Gable 238 Jake Nevitt 233 Mikey Krimm 232 Josie Nevitt 225 Mike Decker 224 Kaitlin Fackler 223 Jolan Thomas 221 Kasey Mielke 215 Kyle Hardesty 211 Kody Hardesty 207 Soiux Thomas 200 Blake Deal 195 Erica Kessinger 193 Cameron Galvez 93