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Sheriff’s dept. investigation leads to $1 million meth bust By Laura Saylor editor@thenewsstandard.com
A series of arrests and thorough investigations conducted by the Meade County Sheriff’s Department eventually lead to a drug bust exposing roughly $1 million worth of crystal methamphetamine, marijuana, more than 40 weapons and $4,000 cash. Meade County Sheriff William “Butch” Kerrick said
Michael Walker
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two arrests made last week in Meade County instigated an in-depth investigation that lead into Bullitt County.
After the arrest of two county drug suspects made Aug. 6 and Aug. 7, the sheriff’s department was able to apprehend Michael D. Walker, 48, of Shepherdsville, Ky., after Kerrick learned Walker was coming to Meade County to sell methamphetamine. The arrest was made Saturday morning at the Dairy Queen located on Dixie Highway in Muldraugh. “(Walker) decided to roll
over on his distributor then, so we took him back to his residence where we were able to arrest (Jose) Pizarro,” Kerrick said. Pizarro, 36, of Louisville, arrived at Walker’s home Saturday afternoon where he was immediately apprehended. A search of the property lead officers to find three pounds of pure crystal methamphetamine, 43 weapons and $4,000 in cash, according
to Kerrick. Through the cooperative efforts of the Meade County Sheriff’s Department, Kentucky State Police and the Greater Hardin County Drug Task Force, Walker and Pizarro — considered to be major players in the methamphetamine streamline that enters Kentucky via Chicago — are currently facing drug trafficking charges. Pizarro, charged with drug
trafficking of a controlled substance, is currently lodged at the Bullitt County Detention Center with a $200,000 cash bond. Walker was charged with trafficking a controlled substance while in possession of a firearm and possession of a handgun by a convicted felon. He is scheduled to appear in court in Bullitt
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Remembering the day weather changed history
Bus route dilemma spurs debate Child safety, parent responsibility, bus route regulations parleyed By Jorena D. Faulkner jorena@thenewsstandard.com
BRANDENBURG — The issue of public school transportation safety became a hot topic of debate between Meade County School Superintendent Mitch Crump, school board member Greg Beavin, and Payneville resident Alan Redman, resulting in a stalemate between Redman and the Meade County Board of Education in regard to a requested bus route that has a distance just below school guidelines. “I live on Thad Redman Road,” Redman said. “I’m trying to get a bus to come back to pick our kids up. There are 12 kids that
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Citizens want a nuisance ordinance By Laura Saylor editor@thenewsstandard.com
Three county residents spoke their piece to Fiscal Court about the need for a nuisance ordinance — including an animal control policy — that can be used to penalize noisy, disrespectful neighbors. “We need a nuisance ordinance,” said Julie Williams, of Flaherty. “Our neighbors have converted their front and back yard into a full-blown motocross track ... it’s very loud and it’s just not fair that we pay a mortgage and can’t sell our home because of this.” Meade County Sheriff Butch Kerrick said he has and will continue to send deputies to the residence, but he can not lawfully issue citations until a nuisance
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Meade County Judge/Executive Harry Craycroft recalls his personal experiences of the 1974 tornado for a documentary to be aired on The Weather Channel this fall. The film crew, lead by director Hugo Soskin, has been filming in Brandenburg for a week.
Documentary to detail 1974 tornado Brandenburg to be spotlighted in upcoming cable series By Laura Saylor editor@thenewsstandard.com County residents retold their unique stories — personal accounts of awe, devastation and bewilderment — to a film crew that is turning the events of the 1974 tornado into a national documentary. A four-person film crew has been shooting footage, conducting interviews and gathering content for an hour-long episode of “When Weather Changed History,” a flagship series of The Weather Channel.
Towers Production, a Chicago-based production group, has sent four crew members on a road trip from Ohio to Alabama to film the episode, and Brandenburg was the third of four stops. “We’re shooting four different locations and getting interviews and firsthand experiences from eyewitnesses — they’re survivors, really,” said Hugo Soskin, director of the project. Xenia, Ohio, Louisville, Brandenburg, and Limestone County, Ala., are the four sites that will be featured in the documentary. “They’re considered some of the hardest hit places,” Soskin said. Along with a few local residents, including Judge/Executive Harry Cray-
croft, Soskin and his crew interviewed former WHAS-11 Louisville anchor men and women and weather forecasters who predicted the F-5 tornado. Soskin said an interview was conducted with the daughter of Dick Gilbert, the WHAS-11 traffic reporter who followed the path of the tornado from his helicopter. He is credited with saving many lives as he broadcast the direction the storm was moving. Craycroft relayed his own personal experiences at the courthouse Monday afternoon. A former teacher, he was at the Meade County High School when the storm hit on April 3, 1974.
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HPV: Causes, symptoms, risks for contraction By Melissa D. Kinnard, B.S. Senior Health Educator, Meade Co. Health Dept.
HPV — what is it and why are we hearing so much about it in the news and on television commercials? Well, in case you haven’t taken the time to find out just what it is, I suggest you take just a minute to read the following information. It could possibly save your
life or the life of someone you love. Genital human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common sexually transmitted infection (STI). In fact, there are currently about 20 million Americans who are infected with HPV, and another 6.2 million people become newly infected each year. At least 50 percent of sexually active men and women acquire genital HPV
infection at some point in their lives. The virus infects the skin and mucous membranes and there are more than 40 HPV types that can infect the genital areas of men and women. You cannot see HPV; therefore most people who become infected with HPV do not even know they have it. Genital HPV is passed on through genital contact, most often during sex. A person can have HPV
The HPV virus, pictured left in this illustration, attacks skin and mucous membranes, and can cause various types of cancer.
even if years have passed since he or she has had sex. Most infected persons do not realize they are infected or that they are passing the virus to a sex partner. As stated, most people with HPV do not develop symptoms or health problems. But sometimes, certain types of HPV can cause genital warts in men and
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NEWS Councilmembers buckle down on use of city vehicles Friday, August 15, 2008
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By Laura Saylor editor@thenewsstandard.com
MULDRAUGH — City Council voted to implement a policy requiring police officers to reimburse City Hall when cruisers are used to commute from home to work. The vote was made Monday night at a regular monthly meeting of City Council at City Hall. Councilman Ralph Lee cast the lone dissenting vote. “If it’s not for city business, if it’s not answering calls, we’re going to have to recoup some of our loss on these vehicles,” said Mayor Danny Tate. Tate suggested a 49 cent per mile reimbursement rate, since that is the amount the city pays workers who drive their personal vehicles to acquire training or schooling pertinent to their
Nuisance From page A1
ordinance is in place and ready to be enforced. Judge/Executive Harry Craycroft said he was already aware of the motocross issue, and that a work session would be held during which Fiscal Court will meet with members of the Planning and Zoning Commission to hash out requirements to be included in a county nuisance ordinance. After discussion, Fiscal Court members voted to fill two vacancies on the Meade County/Brandenburg Industrial Authority. Current board members Harry Lee Lusk and Carl Austin are at the end of their terms. The Industrial Authority recommended both men to continue to serve for another term. Craycroft recommended two new people serve on the board, Gerry Lynn and Bobby Skaggs. Craycroft said Lusk serving on the board is a conflict of interest since Lusk is a local business owner and owns property in the area the Industrial Authority is working to economically develop. “If you own the property there, then it’s kind of hard to serve on the board too without it being a conflict of interest,” Craycroft said. Magistrate Herbie Chism said Lusk has a strong business background, which is desirable experience for an Industrial Authority member to have. “Well, Judge, we have other board members serving on various boards that are business owners ... and if we’re going to use this as a conflict of interest, then we’re going to have to go back and examine some other boards, too,” Chism said. Craycroft said he withdrew his conflict of interest statement, and asked the court to vote on the recommendation for Skaggs to serve on the board. The motion failed, 4-3, after Chism and magistrates Mark Hubbard, Tony Staples
city employment. Tate also said no family members or friends should be inside the police vehicles. “If you get caught with somebody other than a city official in the vehicle with you, you could be terminated,” he said. Lee said officers have the authority to take action anywhere in the county, and have the potential to become “on duty” if they come across an accident or drunk driver, even on their commute home. He suggested officers just reimburse the city for gas money, though Tate said it’s too hard to determine what amount of fuel is being spent on patrol and what amount is being spent for personal use. “They need to either leave their vehicles here or pay the mileage,” said council-
man Ed Carroll. One of Muldraugh’s officers commutes almost 20 miles away, to the Breckinridge-Meade county border, Tate said. Councilman Ron Heschke figured it would cost that officer roughly $20 a day to drive to and from work if he reimbursed the city for mileage. “That’s kind of a lot,” he said. Tate said officers should just use their personal vehicles. After further discussion, the vote passed, 4-1. Council held the first reading of Ordinance No. 283 regarding establishing an impound lot. Tate first mentioned the idea several months ago as a way to generate funds for the police department, and the topic has been discussed at several City Council meetings.
and Randall Hardesty voted no. During discussion of Craycroft’s recommendation for Lynn to serve, magistrate Tom Goddard voiced his opinion in favor of Lynn. “I have nothing against either one of them (Lusk or Austin) but my question is, they’ve been on the board and what have they done?” he said, “What has that board done? What progress has it made?” Magistrate Steve Wardrip agreed saying “new blood” was needed on the board to help bring new ideas to the table. Chism said the Industrial Authority has sold $1.7 million worth of land and has several other land lease agreements in the works. “That land used to be a 500 acre cornfield and it still is a 500 acre cornfield,” Goddard said. He added that David Pace, chairman of the Industrial Authority board, was required to make quarterly presentations to Fiscal Court, and hasn’t yet. The motion to have Lynn serve on the board passed, 4-3, with Goddard, Wardrip, Craycroft and magistrate Randall Hardesty voting in favor. Magistrates voted unanimously to use $2,500 to $3,000 of tornado insurance money to make repairs to a high-lift owned by the city of Muldraugh that helped during the clean-up efforts of Meade-Olin Park. Per county park director Danny Tate’s request, magistrates also voted unanimously for all county parks to be smoke-free, with designated smoking areas, beginning Jan. 1, 2009. A unanimous vote was also made to allow Tate to use funds set aside to purchase a zero-radius mower. Planning ang Zoning Administrator Tony Coletta presented his monthly Planning and Zoning Commission (PZC) report. He said 13 zoning violations have been investigated, seven of which were resolved and closed by the start of Tuesday’s Fiscal Court meeting. He also said 10 abandoned
property cases were reported, three of which remain open. Magistrates voted unanimously, and with PZC’s support, to allow the Executive Committee of the United Methodist Episcopal Church to begin construction of an estimated $200,000 religious retreat center at Camp PrimmSimmons on U.S. Highway 60. An amendment to the Meade County Zoning Ordinance in regard to updating the county’s building code regulations has been tabled. Ron Dodson, Meade County Emergency Management Director, addressed the court about the retirement of Gene Logue, who served as the area manager for the Kentucky Division of Emergency Management. Dodson said he has been an invaluable resource to the county, and that Logue had served 26 years with the military and nearly another 26 years in emergency management. Fiscal Court members signed an official letter of honor dedicated to Logue’s service. Magistrates voted unanimously to allow road department director Mark Popham to advance one full-time driver to fill an operator vacancy. Two part-time employees were going to fill two vacant full-time positions, though magistrate Chism said the positions should be advertised before they’re filled. The motion was unanimously passed for the two full-time positions to be advertised. Other items addressed during Tuesday’s meeting include: •$8,000 was allotted to Rhodelia Volunteer Fire Department. •$1,500 was paid for “Guston Days” expenses and $1,500 was paid for “Battletown Blowout” expenses. •The 2009 Motor Vehicle and Watercraft Tax Rate was kept the same at 13.4 percent. •Dennis Farmer was appointment to serve a second term on the Solid Waste Advisory Committee. •The second reading of budget amendment No. 2008-04 was made by county attorney Margaret Matney.
A second reading of Ordinance No. 282 was also held, which instates a program to help police and fire departments recover fees for their services. Council also filled two vacancies: Ronnie Grammer was voted unanimously to serve as the city’s code enforcement officer, and Woody Holsten will serve on city council after earning a 4-1 vote. Lee, Heschke, Carroll and councilman Donnie Basham voted in favor of Holsten. Other items addressed during Monday’s meeting include: •John Owen, spokesman for the Coalition for the Advancement of Regional Transportation, met with City Council and explained plans to offer commuter bus and rail service from Louisville to Elizabethtown, Ky., that would entail
stops along Dixie Highway, including in Muldraugh. Service would also extend beyond Elizabethtown, Ky. “The days of building more highways and roads with $5 a gallon gas are gone,” Owen said. “We’re going to have to go back to some of the older ways.” Owen said the initiation of such bus and rail services was successful in areas throughout Nashville. Council voted to donate $100 toward the development of the commuter line, the same amount Radcliff, Ky., and West Point, Ky., donated. •Fire chief Danny Dresel reported the department’s fire engine that had been leaking anti-freeze is at the manufacturer’s garage in Michigan and is undergoing repairs, which should come at no cost to the city. He also expressed grati-
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“It sounded like a train,” he said. “It got louder and louder until it sounded like an airplane engine ... you could feel the wall we were leaning on in the hallway swaying back and forth.” In addition to recording interviews and filming shots of present-day
Brandenburg, Soskin has also been gathering photographs of the aftermath of the tornado. “It’s a hard story to do, but fascinating at the same time,” Soskin said. “Everyone is always awed by the power of Mother Nature.” The documentary is expected to air this fall, in either October or November. “When Weather Changed History,” which is in its second season, spotlights different weather events that have become foot-
tude to the Flaherty fire department for lending one of its trucks to the Muldraugh fire department until its engine is repaired. Muldraugh firefighters had to use the vehicle to make a run last weekend. •Heshke said plans for the city’s upcoming Festival Days are underway. The event will be held Sept. 1820. •Resident Kenneth Davis told the council about the “abomination” that is the residence next to his house on Beech Street. He said the property is in shambles and the yard is overgrown, then asked council to do something about the homes in the city that are unkempt. Tate said he had just driven by the property the day before, and told Davis he agreed and would “start working on this tomorrow.”
notes throughout history. NASA space shuttle launches and military operations that were altered by weather, as well as the impact of deadly Hurricane Katrina, have all been featured on the show. The 1974 tornado, often referred to as the “Super Outbreak,” was a series of 113 tornadoes that caused more than 300 fatalities in 13 states. More than 30 deaths in Meade County during the outbreak were attributed to the tornado.
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Friday, August 15, 2008 Editorial
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Cruiser, school bus use limitations a good idea Like the weather, gas prices are an easy topic for discussion because everyone shares the same mutual attitude: We hate them. Well, school bus drivers and police officers may be about to hate them a little more than the rest of us. Muldraugh City Council voted Monday night that police officers can no longer drive cruisers to their residences without reimbursing the city for mileage. (Not a bad idea, since one officer commutes almost 20 miles one-way, as was discussed at Monday’s meeting.) In a June issue of The News Standard, an article titled “Big cost in a small town: How gas prices affect the county,” reported Meade County Superintendent Mitch Crump saying the issue of school bus drivers taking buses to and from their homes may be investigated and possibly refined as a way to shave off dollars being burnt up in the gas tank. Our view: Both good ideas. Nobody seemed to mind too much about that extra little cushion of city or county employees commuting via government cars, but now that pennies are being stretched, funds are limited and budgets are tighter than a new pair of shoes, corners need to be — and should be — cut, beginning with limitations on usage of city- or county-owned, including school-district owned, vehicles. The Connecticut State Police is trying to implement a policy similar to Muldraugh’s. Troopers used to be permitted to use cruisers for personal trips and had been allowed to fill up on state gas for free, even on their days off, though in exchange, troopers were required to always be on call. An order from the governor to reduce gas expenditures by 10 percent instigated the policy, which was met with an official grievance from officers. School districts across the nation have been reconfiguring bus routes to try to save money, and many are no longer allowing drivers to take buses home with them at night unless it proves to save the district money. A school district in Pulaski County, Ala., is in the midst of debate on the issue, with taxpayers feeling it’s unfair for bus drivers to take buses to and from their homes. High gas prices have caused these two issues to arise across the country — and typically in a heated manner. But corners need cut, and this is one of the first logical step to take.
Wal-mart myths come cheaper than its prices The ivory-tower editorialThe Discovery Channel’s successful “MythBusters” ists who created this compost TV show uses scientific re- heap of nonsense act like they’ve never had to constructions and splashy visual efBluegrass buy diapers for little ones. I have. In fact, fects to tackle three Beacon during one stretch myths each week. recently, I was buyThe show’s Web site ing them for two states the mission is tots at the same time. to find out “what’s Believe me, nothing real and what’s ficcompares with Waltion.” Mart’s less-than-$6 In one episode, batch of diapers. they shot, at close West Virginia Unirange with a gun, a economics scuba tank, stuffing it Jim Waters versity professor Russell in the mouth of a fake great white to see if an explo- Sobel has created his own sion would kill the shark. “mini-mythbuster” on WalProducers wanted to find out Mart’s economic impact in if the scene in “Jaws” would the form of a report slated for publication in Economic stand muster. It didn’t. Some myths may not fit Inquiry. Sobel concludes: “Wal-Mart this show’s “drop-your-jawand-groan-WOW” format. has no statistically significant Nevertheless, they deserve to impact on the overall size of get blown up — just like that the small business sector in movie shark. Among them: the United States. When all is Wal-Mart hurts small busi- said and done, there are just as many small businesses that nesses. Such myths get traction are just as profitable despite from left-wing editorial writ- the presence of Wal-Mart.” In some areas, the retail giers, including those at the New York Times who once ant is actually having a posibabbled about Wal-Mart: tive impact on small-business “The entry of such an espe- growth. In 2000, the concencially tight-fisted employer tration of small business in in a community compels the five states with the most competitors to whittle at their Wal-Marts was actually larger own labor costs. That trans- than in those five states with lates into lost jobs and smaller the fewest stores. The average number of businesses paychecks for everyone.”
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with five-to-nine employees per 100,000 residents in the five states with the highest number of Wal-Marts was 115 compared to 89 in the five states with the lowest number of stores. If critics are right, shouldn’t there be fewer, not more, small businesses in states with a horde of Wal-Marts? A group calling itself “WalMart Watch” released a report in 2005 preposterously claiming Wal-Mart’s expansion in Iowa “was solely responsible” for closing 30 percent of the state’s small businesses. Yet, such assertions fail to include new small businesses that opened up. Granted, directly competing businesses often shut down. However, at the same time Mr. Pop’s Hardware Store closes — and this gets ignored by deceptive, ideologically driven groups like Wal-Mart Watch — a new fine-dining restaurant or antique or some other specialty shop opens. Disregarding this dynamic, known as “creative destruction,” greatly skews the situation. Wal-Mart Watch and the New York Times also ignore other positive ripple effects on the economy. Dun & Bradstreet Inc. reported that in the fiscal year just ended
for Wal-Mart, its Kentucky stores alone did nearly $2-billion worth of business with 998 suppliers in our state. That translates into supporting 48,500 additional supplier jobs. Not only that, University of Missouri-Columbia economist Emek Basker found that when a new Wal-Mart opens, it drives down prices by 10 percent over time throughout the entire community. This causes chief University of Kentucky economist John Garen to wonder aloud “if Wal-Mart’s expansion has actually kept some small towns afloat.” So, while the “anti’s” scream for Wal-Mart’s head, the low-income and elderly — and young parents on a budget with a bunch of kids — can survive. “If people were forced to buy items at that 10-percent higher cost, I wonder if as many people would live in these smaller towns,” Garen said. Hmmm. Another “mythbuster,” perhaps? Jim Waters is the director of policy and communications for the Bluegrass Institute, Kentucky’s free-market think tank. You can reach him at jwaters@ freedomkentucky.com. You can read previously published columns atwww.bipps.rog.
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With all the hoopla about how the BRAC will affect Fort Knox and how it will provide economic benefits for our local cities and counties, there is one group of workers on Fort Knox that have been consistently overlooked: The government support contractors. More that 600 contract workers that provide valuable and non-replaceable jobs on Fort Knox WILL loose their jobs when the U.S. Army Armor School leaves the area. These jobs are highly technical positions that the government cannot provide compatible services from within the federal workforce. Contractors provide invaluable services that are critical to the operation of all aspects of Fort Knox operations. So when these jobs are eliminated, what do these 600 workers and their families do when their jobs end? The federal government workers are going to be protected by the government by providing placement services for the new federal civilian jobs that are going to be related to the Human Resources Command’s relocation to Fort Knox. But the contract workers will be on their own, with nothing but unemployment checks to look forward to. If this BRAC is so great for Fort Knox, Hardin County, and Meade County, why has no one considered the consequences of how such a large unemployed workforce will affect the area? This area is already considered lacking in a “high-tech” job force; this BRAC will just amplify that problem by forcing the contractors to move out of the area to find employment. Why has this problem never been addressed? It is because the local business communities see only dollars from the “so called” influx of federal workers from the distant Human Resources Command at other locations. Local county governments are ready to tax and inflate prices for this economic gold rush. The local communities are just eager to push the contract workers aside, some who have worked on Fort Knox for 20 years. My opinion is that since Fort Knox was so eager to lose the Armor School, it should at least help the soon-to-be unemployed contractor workers gain employment with any new contractor just as it will with the federal workers. That just seems fair since contractors have worked to support Fort Knox just as much as the federal workforce has.
Given the high price of oil, it’s not too surprising that energy issues have dominated the news in recent months, nationwide as well as here at home. Stories have ranged from conservation to greater use of homegrown fuels. Last week in Kentucky, electric cars were the hot topic, after Governor Steve Beshear signed an executive order that clears the way to use low-speed electric cars on qualified roads. It will take time to get the proper regulations in place, but once set, Kentucky will join more than 40 other states that already allow these vehicles. During the legislative session earlier this year, my colleagues in the House and I voted unanimously for two similar bills that also would have made this possible. Although the governor’s proposed regulations should be all that is needed at this point, the governor called on the transportation cabinet to decide by December if further legislative changes are necessary. If electric cars were the good news last week, the bad news undoubtedly had to be a report from the Public Service Commission, which warned of drastically high home-heating costs this
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winter. About 44 percent of Kentuckians heat their homes with natural gas, and wholesale prices are approaching levels last seen in 2005, when Hurricane Katrina literally tore through the market. Prices have dropped somewhat in recent weeks, but the PSC said that since some of this winter’s natural gas has already been bought and stored, heating bills will still reflect at least some of the higher cost. Similar problems are expected as well with propane, which heats 10 percent of Kentucky’s homes, and heating oil, which covers three percent. Even the cost of electricity will be higher due to an increased price in coal. That cost could jump quite a bit in the years ahead if Congress, as expected, passes a law designed to limit carbon-dioxide emissions in an effort to counteract global warming. Kentucky ranks 12th among the states in its production, since 90 percent of our electricity is generated by coal-fired plants. To ready for that possible mandate, three energy companies and the Kentucky Geological Survey announced last month that they were working in Hancock County to test how fea-
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Water district contract modification receives approval By Jorena D. Faulkner jorena@thenewsstandard.com
BRANDENBURG — Mayor David Pace outlined specifics in the continuing negotiation regarding the proposed modification of the contract between the city and the Meade County Water District requesting a term extension to 40 years. During the monthly meeting of the Brandenburg City Council held Aug. 12 at City Hall, Pace clarified the language of the contract as being “40 years from now” and not an “additional” 40 years. “We got that clarified,” Pace said. “(The 40 years begins) from the date we sign it.” Pace also said the pro-
HPV From page A1 women. Other HPV types can cause cervical cancer and other less common cancers. The types of HPV that can cause genital warts are not the same as the types that can cause cancer. HPV types are often referred to as “low-risk” (wart-causing) or “highrisk” (cancer-causing), based on whether they put a person at risk for cancer. In 90 percent of cases, the body’s immune system clears the HPV infection naturally within two years. This is true of both highrisk and low-risk types. So, you may be asking yourself why it is considered such a dangerous virus if the body can fight it naturally? Well, there are four types of HPV that cause most cervical cancers and the American Cancer Society estimates that in 2008, approximately 11,000 women in the United States will be diagnosed with cervical cancer. Unfortunately, cervical cancer does not have symptoms until it is quite advanced. For this reason, it is important for women to get screened regularly for cervical cancer. Other than regular screenings, what can you do to protect yourself? The big news surrounding HPV is about a vaccine that can now protect females from the four types of HPV that cause most cervical cancers and genital warts. The vaccine is recommended for 11- and 12-year-old girls. It is also recommended for girls and women ages 13 through 26 who have not yet been vaccinated or completed the vaccine series. It should be noted that the vaccine does not protect against all forms of
posed modification to the initial contract — which would include the city’s ability to negotiate annually on cost pricing — was overviewed by city attorney Steve Crebessa on behalf of the city and approved by the Meade County Water District. “Every year, we’ll sit down and talk,” Pace said. “And if we’re all happy, we keep it. If not … we’ll renegotiate it.” Pace reiterated the Community Pride Committee is moving forward on its initiative to hold meetings in various neighborhoods and said the committee is continuing to work on scheduling dates and sending out notification to residents of selected subdivisions to meet with ofHPV and does not completely eliminate the risk of developing cervical cancer; therefore it is important to speak with your physician before deciding what is right for you. For those who choose to be sexually active, condoms may lower the risk of HPV, if used all the time and the right way. Condoms may also lower the risk of developing HPVrelated diseases, such as genital warts and cervical cancer. But HPV can infect areas that are not covered by a condom — so condoms may not fully protect against HPV. The only sure way to prevent HPV is to avoid all sexual activity. Individuals can also lower their chances of getting HPV by being in a mutually faithful relationship with someone who has had no or few sex partners. However, even people with only one lifetime sex partner can get HPV, if their partner was infected with HPV. For those who are not in long-term mutually monogamous relationships, limiting the number of sex partners and choosing a partner less likely to be infected may lower the risk of HPV. Partners less likely to be infected include those who have had no or few prior sex partners. It may not be possible to determine if a partner who has been sexually active in the past is currently infected. As always, it is important to take your health into your own hands and be proactive. Take the time to learn about HPV and cervical cancer. Learn what your risks are and what you can do to keep yourself as safe as possible. For more information, please visit www.cdc. gov or contact the Meade County Health Department at 270-422-3988.
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ficials. “(Residents) can give us their concerns or any ideas they have in their subdivision or area to make things better,” he said. “That’s what our goal is.” The council also welcomed Brandenburg Police Chief Jeff Cox back to duty and commended officer Scotty Singleton and the staff of the Brandenburg Police Department for a job “well done” during Cox’s illness. “The department really
stepped up during (Chief Cox’s) absence,” Pace said. “I think they did a great job filling in for him … not just during the fair, but all around.” Other agenda items include: •Approval of minutes from the July 14 regular monthly meeting. •Approval of city clerk/ treasurer Molly Janes’ request for waterworks transfers. •Crebessa provided the second reading of Ordi-
nance No. 472 amending city reconnect fees due to delinquency and Ordinance No. 473 amending the city’s business license fee. •Departmental reports were given updating the council on police, water and sewer departments, parks, streets and streetlights. •Cox said July manhours were up due to increased activity at the fair. Cox also stated that the city employee picnic has
been rescheduled to Sept. 28 at 1 p.m. at Riverfront Park, pavilion 1.There will be a sign-up sheet for anyone who wants to attend at City Hall. •Cox reported 119 calls received for the month of July and nearly 7,002 in patrol miles logged. •Council approved two business licenses: Wilcard Associates, LLC, which deals in benefits administration, and EnviroClean, an off-site window and solar cleaning business.
CHILD FIND FOR CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES IN NEED OF SPECIAL EDUCATION OR 504 SERVICES The Meade County School District keeps educational records in a secure location in each school and Board office. The Meade County School District obtains written consent from a parent or eligible student (age 18 or who is attending a postsecondary institution), before disclosing personally identifiable information to an entity or individual not authorized to receive it under FERPA. For students who have been determined eligible for Special Education, educational records will be destroyed at the request of the parents when they are no longer needed to provide educational programs or services. The Meade County School District may destroy the educational records of a child without parent request seven (7) years after they are no longer needed to provide educational programs or services. Parents are advised that data contained in the records may later be needed for Social Security benefits or other purposes. The Meade County School District may retain, for an indefinite period of time, a record of the student’s name, address, telephone number, grades, attendance records, classes attended, grade level completed, and year completed. Children eligible for Special Education include those children with disabilities who have autism, deaf-blindness, developmental delay, emotional-behavior disability, hearing impairment, mental disability, multiple disabilities, orthopedic impairment, other health impairment, specific learning disability, speech or language impairment, traumatic brain injury, or visual impairment and who because of such an impairment need Special Education services. Children eligible for 504 services include those children who have a current physical or mental impairment that currently substantially limits some major life activity, which causes the student’s ability to access the school environment or school activities to be substantially limited. The Meade County School District has an ongoing “Child Find” system, which is designed to locate, identify and evaluate any child residing in a home, facility, or residence within its geographical boundaries, age three (3) to twenty-one (21) years, who may have a disability and be in need of Special Education or 504 services. This includes children who are not in school; those who are in public, private, or home school; those who are highly mobile such as children who are migrant or homeless; and those who are advancing from grade to grade, who may need but are not receiving Special Education or 504 services. The Meade County School District will make sure any child enrolled in its district who qualifies for Special Education or 504 services, regardless of how severe the disability, is provided appropriate Special Education or 504 services at no cost to the parents of the child. Parents, relatives, public and private agency employees, and concerned citizens are urged to help the Meade County School District find any child who may have a disability and need Special Education or 504 services. The District needs to know the name and age, or date of birth of the child; the name, address, and phone number(s) of the parents or guardian; the possible disability; and other information to determine if Special Education or 504 services are needed. Letters and phone calls are some of the ways the Meade County School District collects the information needed. The information the School District collects will be used to contact the parents of the child and find out if the child needs to be evaluated or referred for Special Education or 504 services. If you know of a child who lives within the boundaries of the Meade County School District, who may have a disability, and may need but is not receiving Special Education or 504 services, please call 270-422-7500 or send the information to: Director of Special Education, Meade County Schools, PO Box 337, Brandenburg, KY 40108 Section 504 Coordinator, Meade County Schools, PO Box 337, Brandenburg, KY 40108 270-422-7500 “Child Find” activities will continue throughout the school year. As part of these efforts the Meade County School District will use screening information, student records, and basic assessment information it collects on all children in the District to help locate those children who have a disability and need Special Education or 504 services. Any information the District collects through “Child Find” is maintained confidentially. Written Policies and Procedures have been developed which describe the District’s requirements regarding the confidentiality of personally identifiable information and “Child Find” activities. There are copies in the Principal’s office of each school, and in the Board of Education office. Copies of these Policies and Procedures may be obtained by contacting: Director of Special Education, Meade County Schools, PO Box 337, Brandenburg, KY 40108 270-422-7500 The District office is open Monday through Friday, from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The Meade County School District provides a public notice in the native language or other mode of communication of the various populations in the geographical boundaries of the District to the extent feasible. If you know of someone who may need this notice translated to another language, given orally, or delivered in some other manner or mode of communication, please contact the Director of Pupil Personnel, the Director of Special Education or the Section 504 Coordinator at the address or phone number listed above for the Meade County Schools.
DIRECTORY INFORMATION The Superintendent or the Superintendent’s designee is authorized to release Board approved directory information. Approved directory information shall be: student names and addresses, telephone numbers, date and place of birth, major field of study, participation in officially recognized activities and sports, photograph/picture, grade level, weight and height of members of athletic teams, dates of attendance, degrees and awards received, and most recent educational institution attended by student. Any eligible student, parent, or guardian who does not wish to have directory information released shall notify the Superintendent in writing within 30 days after receiving notification of FERPA rights.
NOTIFICATION OF FERPA RIGHTS The Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) affords parents and “eligible students” (students over 18 years of age or students who are attending a postsecondary institution) certain rights with respect to the student’s education records. They are: 1) The right to inspect and review the student’s education records within forty-five (45) days of the day the District receives a request for access. Parents or eligible students should submit to the school Principal/designee a written request that identifies the record(s) they wish to inspect. The Principal will make arrangements for access and notify the parent or eligible student of the time and place where the record(s) may be inspected. 2) The right to request the amendment of the student’s education records that the parent or eligible student believes are inaccurate, misleading, or in violation of the student’s privacy or other rights. Parents or eligible students may ask the District to amend a record that they believe is inaccurate, misleading, or in violation of privacy or other rights. They should write the school Principal, clearly identify the part of the record they want changed, and specify why it is inaccurate, misleading, or in violation of their privacy or other rights. If the District decides not to amend the record as requested by the parent or eligible student, the District will notify the parent or eligible student of the decision and advise him\her of the right to a hearing regarding the request for amendment. Additional information regarding the hearing procedures will be provided to the parent or eligible student when notified of the right to a hearing. 3) The right to consent to disclosures of personally identifiable information contained in the student’s education records, except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent. One exception that permits disclosure without consent is disclosure to school officials with legitimate educational interests. A “school official” is a person employed by the District as an administrator, supervisor, instructor, or support staff member (including health or medical staff and law enforcement unit personnel); a person serving on the school Board; a person or company with whom the District has contracted to perform a special task (such as an attorney, auditor, medical consultant, or therapist); or a parent or student serving on an official committee, such as a disciplinary or grievance committee, or assisting another school official in performing his/her tasks. A school official has a legitimate educational interest if the official needs to review an education record in order to fulfill his/ her professional responsibility. Upon request, the District shall disclose education records without consent to officials of another School District in which a student seeks or intends to enroll or to other entities authorized by law. 4) The right to prohibit the disclosure of personally identifiable information concerning the student to recruiting representatives of the U.S. Armed Forces and its service academies, the Kentucky Air National Guard, and the Kentucky Army National Guard. Unless the parent or eligible student requests in writing that the District not release information, the student’s name, address, and telephone number (if listed) shall be released to Armed Forces recruiters upon their request. 5) The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education concerning alleged failures by the District to comply with the requirements of FERPA. The name and address of the Office that administers FERPA is: Family Policy Compliance Office, U.S. Department of Education 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20202-4605
Friday, August 15, 2008
Bus route From page A1 kids that could possibly get on the bus on that road, and we all meet at the end of the road to get on the bus. I’ve talked to Rodney (Pickering) and Mitch (Crump) about it — we talked about distance first — (the road) is right at about 1/2 mile. We talked about safety … we talked about the narrowness of the road. I talked to (Judge/ Executive) Harry Craycroft and he said he would do anything it takes to fix the road. I’m really concerned about our children.” During the monthly meeting of the Meade County Board of Education held Tuesday at the Board of Education, Redman pointed out that the county is already traveling several roads that are more dangerous than Thad Redman Road, such as Boone Hollow Road, to pick up smaller numbers of students. Redman cited an incident from the 2007-2008 school year where a student waiting at a Meade County bus stop was nearly struck
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County at the end of the month. “The initial investigation done by our detective was instrumental in the arrest of Walker and Pizarro,” Kerrick said. “Their arrests put a
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Melanie Ann Grammer, 17, to Phillip Bradley Redmon, 23, both of Payneville. Jamie Marie Levine, 26, of Battletown, to Steven Louis Smith, 27, of Corydon, Ind. April Lynn Powell, 25, to William Bradley Coy, 37, both of Guston. Dana Marie Williams, 31, of Brandenburg, to Ronald Jason Moore, 31, of Ekron. Erin Suzanne Binkley, 30, to Jeremy Wayne Hester, 33, both of Vine Grove.
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Brad Hurley and Aimee Hurley to Stephen M. Skaggs and Shani L. Skaggs, 127 Eagle Point, Brandenburg, deed tax $268. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, Washington, D.C., his/her successors acting by and through the Federal Housing Commissioner to Darrell R. Cheatham, 65 Burgandy Lane, Ekron. Jeffrey A. Carter AKA Jeffery A. Carter and Ramona M. Carter and County of Meade and HSBC Mortgage Services, Inc., by Douglas P. Vowels, Master Commissioner, to HSBC Mortgage Services, Inc., tract 1A-1, property located on the southerly side of Hwy. 60 near Garrett. James C. Roberts and Frances Roberts to John F. Boling and Norma Boling, property located in Meade County, deed tax $95. Kelly Scott Roberts to James C. Roberts and Frances Roberts, property located on Stringtown Road, deed tax $115. O’Bryan-Cornett Properties, LLC, A Kentucky Limited Liability Company to Jessica L. Brown and Kelly S. Roberts, lot 76 of River Cliff Subdivision, Section 2, deed tax $65. Pinnacle Management Group, LLC, a Florida Limited Liability Company, to J.W. Holdings, LLC, lot 100 of Hickory Hills and lot 567 of Glenoaks, both of the Doe Valley Subdivision in Brandenburg, deed tax $100. Doe Valley Association, Inc., a Kentucky Corporation, to Pinnacle Management Group, LLC, lot 196 of Hickory Hills, lot 379 of Greenbriar, lot 516 of Havenwood, lot 894 of Wildflower Ridge, lot 312 of Audubon Woods, and lot 85 of Pine Point, all of which are located in the Doe Valley Subdivision in Brandenburg, deed tax $26. Steven E. Kennedy and Karen W. Kennedy to Susanne Greenland, lot 464 and 465 in
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by a bus. “I don’t know if you all have been informed of this, maybe they informed you last year, but we had a really close call last year,” Redman said. “Logan Webb was almost ran over by a school bus last year in the morning during the winter. To me it’s extremely unsafe — all these kids getting on the school bus there.” Redman continued on to say that he would be willing to do whatever was necessary to make the road to the board’s specifications. According to Crump, the transportation issue was first addressed with Redman three years ago. He said an initial investigation by Rodney Pickering, Meade County School Director of Transportation and Buildings and Grounds, noted that Thad Redman Road met the 1/2 mile long requirement to qualify as a county bus route. However, subsequent visits and mileage tracking by Crump yielded a less than 1/2 mile result. Crump said he and Pickering routinely receive requests to run “roads back” and noted the importance
of setting boundaries, and reinforced the necessity of strictly adhering to regulations across the board without special or individual consideration. Crump also said that consistency and fairness entails everyone follows set rules. “When I went back and checked, it was under 1/2 mile,” Crump said. “The concern that I have is for the safety of all children and I understand that, and respect that as a parent who has to cross Fairground Road with a 10 year old and a seven year old … that’s a concern. I’m very concerned about all of the 5,000 kids we have getting on a bus every day. But when we set guidelines, we try to stay within those guidelines.” Crump said once a route is established, the manner in which it is established sets precedence for future modifications. Another safety consideration involving rerouting of bus routes, is the subsequent modification of school bus pick-up and drop-off times of already established routes, according to Crump. “If someone else gets on
big dent in the meth trafficking coming in from Chicago and elsewhere.” Kerrick said Saturday’s arrests were unprecedented. After the initial apprehension of the two Meade County residents , he didn’t know where the investigation would lead. “It was like a mushroom cloud,” Kerrick said. “Once
we got underway, everything just exploded.” Kenny Hardin, Bullitt County Drug Task Force Director, called the bust “the largest seizure we’ve ever had,” in an Aug. 12 issue of The News-Enterprise. “We are on the job,” Kerrick said. “We take this seriously ... and this instance is just one example.”
the Doe Valley Subdivision in Brandenburg, deed tax $308. Philip Aubrey and Darlene Aubrey to Adam D. Stockman, property located in Meade County, deed tax $63.50. Steve Redmon Construction, Inc. to Timmy D. Wright and Susanne Wright, 13580 Rineyville Road, Vine Grove, deed tax $154. Lois Hager, trustee, or her successor in truste, under the Lois Hager Living Trust, to Lois Hager, trustee, or her successor in truste, under the Lois Hager Living Trust and Jennifer Hager, property located in Meade County. Timothy Summitt, AKA Timothy James Summitt and Amanda Summitt and Meade County Judge Executive and Lasalle Bank National Association as trustee for First Franklin Mortgage Loan Trust 2007-FF2, Mortgage Loan Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2007-FF2, by Douglas P. Vowels, Master Commissioner, to Lasalle Bank National Association as trustee for First Franklin Mortgage Loan Trust 2007-FF2, Mortgage Loan Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2007-FF2, property located on the north side of Black Road in Meade County. Estate of Estal Love, by and through James R. Bennett and Daniel L. Pollock, Co-Executors of the Estate of Estal Love to John Paul Russell, deed of correction, property located in Meade County. Gary Lancaster and Elizabeth Lancaster to Meade County Board of Education, a 26.346 acre tract located on the southwesterly side of KY Highway 144, near Flaherty, deed tax $369. Kenneth L. Offutt and Patricia D. Offutt to Christopher Medley, 3214 Doe Valley Parkway East, Brandenburg, deed tax $110. Deutsche Bank National Trust Company to Rita Faye Brennan, 1224 Old State Road, Brandenburg, deed tax $45. Jerry Phillips and Debbra A. Phillips to Timothy Curran and Carolyn Marie Curran and Matthew Curran, lot four and five of Coffman Acres, Section one in Flaherty, deed tax $165. Joseph E. Richardson and Rebecca M. Richardson, by and through Gene McGehee, their attorney-in-fact, to Nancy Davis, lot 21 of Forest Ridge Estates, Section two, deed tax $19. Joseph E. Richardson and Rebecca M. Richardson, by and through Gene McGehee, their attorney-in-fact, to Nancy Davis, lot 22 of Forest Ridge Estates, Section two, deed tax $19. Joseph E. Richardson and Rebecca M. Richardson, by and through Gene McGehee, their attorney-in-fact, to
Nancy Davis, lot 23 of Forest Ridge Estates, Section two, deed tax $19. Joseph E. Richardson and Rebecca M. Richardson, by and through Gene McGehee, their attorney-in-fact, to Nancy Davis, lot 25 of Forest Ridge Estates, Section two, deed tax $19. Joseph E. Richardson and Rebecca M. Richardson, by and through Gene McGehee, their attorney-in-fact, to Nancy Davis, lot 26 of Forest Ridge Estates, Section two, deed tax $19. Richard D. Hunter and Kathi A. Hunter to Katrina Veltman, lot four and five in Block B on Hill Street in Muldraugh. Gordon Board and Bernett Board, Joseph Richardson and Rebecca Richardson to Trading Post Homes of Elizabethtown, LLC, lot 58 of Creekview Estates in Meade County, deed tax $19. Trading Post Homes of Elizabethtown, LLC, a Kentucky Limited Liability Company, to Steven M. Glenn, Jr., lot 58 of Creek View Estates in Meade County, deed tax $106.50. Terry Deener, Jr. and Robbin K. Deener to James J. Absher, 3344 Hayesville Road, Brandenburg, deed tax $69. William A. Clampitt and Rebecca A. Clampitt to Bruce Caster and Lauren Caster, 15 Triple Court, Vine Grove, deed tax $135. Harvey D. Moore and Theresa L. Moore to Jonathan C. Rogers and Susan D. Rogers, 360 Tammy Lane, Brandenburg, deed tax $135. Estate of Nancy K. Withers to Bruce E. Conover and Denise Conover, 4350 Garrett Road, Ekron, deed tax $75. Charles W. Jarboe, Jr. and Mona C. Jarboe to Bobby Plunkett and Cynthia Plunkett, 60 Rolling Ridge Court, Brandenburg, deed tax $181.50. David K. Reesor, Sr. and Jacquelyn K. Reesor to August M. Moreau, Jr. and Ola J. Moreau, deed of correction, unit 207 (erroneously referred to as Unit 297) of Piping Rock Condominiums.
Quitclaim Deeds Linda Jennette (f/k/a Linda Sullivan) and Freddie Jennette to Linda Jennette (f/k/a Linda Sullivan) and Freddie Jennette, 675 Timberline Drive, Vine Grove. Kathy D. Flatt (f/k/a Kathy D. Marriott) to Ron D. Marriott, lot 18-A of Doe Haven Estates in Meade County. Reggie G. Epperson to Karen Hardin-Baker, tract one and tract two, both located in Meade County.
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the bus earlier — which could be in the dark at 6-6:30 (a.m.) — then they get home later,” Crump said. “So again, we set guidelines to try and be consistent and fair.” Crump said when he took the superintendent position with Meade County Schools eight years ago, he contacted other districts to seek out guidelines pertaining to providing bus service on county roads and formulated similar regulations. Crump said there are many mitigating factors in modifying a bus route that he is more than willing to overview, and has scheduled a one-on-one meeting with Redman to discuss the issue. Crump also encouraged other board members to familiarize themselves with the requested modification regarding Thad Redman Road, and to go to the location for a first hand observation of the area. Board member and District 5 representative Greg Beavin became involved with the Thad Redman Road dilemma last year, and as representative of the area, voiced concern over
Crump’s management of the situation. “I explained to Alan (Redman) that we set policy, and when I look at a situation, I first determine if it’s a violation of policy,” Beavin said. “I’ve ran that road a couple of times … I even went out and ran it this week. My position now is the same as it was last year … we are really splitting hairs. I told Alan (Redman) last year that I was representing him and that I would do what I could do — and that was meet with Mitch (Crump) and Rodney (Pickering).” Beavin went on to say, all things considered, he felt Crump and Pickering were correct in regard to the regulation. However, due to the potential hazard posed to the students living on Thad Redman Road, he felt the decision should be in favor of the children. “My position in this case is I would have to side with the children,” Beavin said. “The kids make a difference to me.” Beavin said both sides are correct in their own right, but a decision needs to be made. Crump remained steadfast.
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“One thing that you have to have is integrity, and you have to be consistent and you have to be fair,” he said. “When I developed the guidelines, I felt like the guidelines were reasonable and fair. As a parent, I have to take the responsibility of my two (children’s) safety on the bus and that is what I expect other parents to do.” Other agenda items addressed during the meeting include: •Approval of Change Order’s No. 1 and 2 for the Ekron Elementary Renovation/Additions, and Change Order No. 8 for the new Elementary School (Brandenburg Primary). •Approval to hire emergency substitutes and emergency certifications. •Approval of schematic design for Flaherty Primary. Board members and visitors were shown a slideshow presentation by the Sherman Carter Barnhart architecture, landscape architecture, and civil engineering firm representatives who are designing and/or upgrading two Meade County schools — Flaherty Primary and Ekron Elementary.
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Adison Ryan Smith
James Roger Miracle
Helen Jean Kersey
Adison Ryan Smith, infant daughter of Jeffrey Lee Smith and Kerstin Brooke Sanders, died Tuesday, July 29, 2008 at Hardin Memorial Hospital in Elizabethtown, Ky. She is survived by her parents, Jeffrey Lee Smith and Kerstin Brooke Sanders; two sisters, Courtney R. Smith and Briana L. Smith of Corydon, Ind.; her grandparents, Kim Arnold of Brandenburg, Lonnie Sanders of Guston, Jerry (Freda) Smith of Glasgow, Ky., and Mary (Frank) Pileggi of Appling, Ga.; her great-grandparents, Sharon Davidson of Brandenburg, Paul Vernon Davidson of Battletown, Jimmy and Darlene Sanders of Guston, Mildred and Stokley Smith of Glasgow, Ky., and Mary and Mike Patterson of Newbern, N.C.; and several aunts and uncles. Funeral services were held at 10 a.m. Friday, Aug. 1, 2008, from Salem Baptist Church with Rev. Charles Blanc officiating. Services were directed by Hager Funeral Home. Burial was in the church cemetery. Online condolences may be left at www.hagerfuneralhome.com.
James Roger Miracle, 73, of Elizabethtown, Ky., died Sunday, Aug. 3, 2008, at his home. Sgt. 1st Class Miracle retired after 22 years of service in the U.S. Army. He was a native of Middlesboro, Ky., and a member of American Legion Post 113 and VFW Post 10281. He is survived by his wife of 34 years, Maureen T. Miracle of Elizabethtown, Ky.; one son, Michael R. Miracle; two daughters, Terry L. (Ryan P.) Maki and Cynthia E. Miracle; two grandchildren, Jason R. Miracle and Jessica M. Kaminski; one great-grandson, Joshua A. Kaminski; one sister, Edna Reynolds; four brothers, Eugene Miracle, Jr. Miracle, Clifford Miracle and Billy Jo Miracle; and several nieces, nephews, family and friends in the U.S. and United Kingdom. The funeral service was held at 10 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 7, 2008, at Nelson-Edelen-Bennett Funeral Home in Radcliff, Ky., with Reverend Alice Nichols officiating. Burial was with military honors in the Kentucky Veterans Cemetery Central in Radcliff, Ky. Visitation was from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. Wednesday and on Thursday after 9 a.m. There was an American Legion service at 7 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. The guest register may be signed at www.nebfh.com.
Helen Jean Kersey, 76, of Radcliff, Ky., passed away peacefully with family by her side on Wednesday, July 30, 2008, at North Hardin Health and Rehabilitation Center after a lengthy illness. A native of Harrison County, Ind., she had lived in Radcliff, Ky., for 36 years. She attended Asbury College in Wilmore, Ky., majoring in missions and child development. She was a life-long member of the United Methodist Church and was currently a member of Stovall United Methodist Church where she held several positions including: Lay leader, conference delegate, and member of the administrative board. She was a former member of the Vine Grove Order of Eastern Star #122. She and her husband of 54 years, Walter Jake Kersey, owned and operated the former Stoney’s Grocery in Radcliff, Ky. A loving wife, mother, grandmother, and devoted friend, her smile and kindness touched many. She was preceded in death by her parents, Vernie and Fannie Bates; and two brothers, Joseph and Charles Bates. She is survived by her husband, Walter Jake Kersey; two daughters, Pamela (Doug) Bell of Augusta, Ga., and Stephanie Kersey of Louisville; two sons, Michael (Denise) Kersey of Rineyville, Ky., and LTC Steven (Angela) Kersey of Louisville; nine grandchildren, Jan (Seth) Easton, Leah, Leslie and Jacob Bell, all of Augusta, Ga., Julian, Rachel and Nina Kersey of Rineyville, Ky., and Isabella and Lauren Kersey of Louisville; and three brothers, Robert and Kenneth Bates of Hinton, Ky., and Wallace Bates of Florence, Ky. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 2, at Stovall United Methodist in Radcliff, Ky., with Rev. Carline Brown and Rev. Ken Jessee officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery. Visitation was from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 1, and again from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 2, at Nelson-Edelen-Bennett Funeral Home in Radcliff, Ky. Memorial gifts in Helen’s name may be donated to the national Alzheimer’s Association at www.alz.org or the Louisville Chapter, P. O. Box 6568, Louisville, KY 40206. The guest register may be signed at www.nebfh.com.
Michael Alexander “Alex” Howell 2006-2008
Michael Alexander “Alex” Howell, 2, passed away on Sunday, Aug. 3, 2008, at his residence. He was born in Louisville on April 10, 2006. He was a member of Harned United Methodist Church. He was a very outgoing and active boy who loved playing with his cars, watching movies, playing basketball and baseball. With a little help from his Dad, he was able to dunk on a seven-foot goal; quite an accomplishment for a two year old! He loved animals and had no fear of them. On a trip to the Cincinnati Zoo, he discovered that his favorite animal was a monkey. He was preceded in death by his great-grandparents. Charles and Marlene Fallon, John F. and Milda Alexander, Wilbur and Anna Howell, and Robert Neil Taylor, SR. Alex is survived by his parents, Brent and Kim Howell of Harned, Ky.; two brothers, Joseph Neil and Daniel Adam Howell of Harned, Ky.; one sister, Jillian LeeAnn Howell of Harned, Ky.; his grandparents, Joe and Nancy Howell of Hardinsburg, Ky., Neil and Michele Taylor of McDaniels, Ky., and Steve and Glenn Mason of Crestwood, Ky; his great-grandparents, William and Wilma Wise of Louisville, and Joyce Taylor of Prospect, Ky.; six uncles, Ryan, Robert and Kyle Taylor and Scott, Mark and Tyler Howell; and one cousin, Ryleigh Howell. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, Aug. 6, 2008, at 1 p.m. CDT at Harned United Methodist Church with burial in the Harned Cemetery. Visitation was held at Trent-Dowell Funeral Home on Tuesday from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. CDT and after 8 a.m. CDT on Wednesday. In memory of Alex, contributions may be sent to “Team Alex,” the Harned United Methodist Church Relay for Life Team. The online guest register may be signed at www.trentdowell.com.
Alice Marie Morgan Staples 1944-2008
Alice Marie (Morgan) Staples, 63 of Payneville, passed away on Aug. 4, 2008. She was born on Monday, Nov. 20, 1944 to the late James Alvey and Mary Catherine (Oelze) Morgan. She was preceded in death by three brothers, Albert, Bobby and Frankie Morgan; and one sister, Gloria Pike. She is survived by her loving husband, Darrell Staples; one son, Joseph“Wayne” Staples of Payneville; one daughter, Lori Ann Hammond of Brandenburg; one sister, Mary Jo Spink of Andyville, Ky.; one brother, Fred Morgan of Wolf Creek; and four grandchildren, Megan, Josh and Matt Staples, and Nicholas Hammond. Funeral services were held at St. Mary Magdalene Church in Payneville on Wednesday at 11 a.m. with burial following in St. Mary Magdalene Cemetery in Payneville. A prayer service was held at Bruington-Jenkins-Sturgeon Funeral Home on Tuesday at 7 p.m. Visitation was at the funeral home on Tuesday from 2 p.m. until 9 p.m. and after 8 a.m. on Wednesday.
C. Ray Story C. Ray Story, 69, of Vine Grove, passed away Monday, Aug. 4, 2008, at the North Hardin Health and Rehabilitation Center in Radcliff, Ky. He was Deputy Superintendent of Hardin County Schools from July 1988 to August 1995, Associate Superintendent Hardin County Schools from August 1995 to August 1998, Principal at North Hardin High School from August 1967 to June 1988, Assistant Principal at North Hardin High School from August 1965 to June 1967, and English Teacher at North Hardin High School from August 1963 to June 1965, a sixth grade teacher at Vine Grove Elementary School from September 1960 to June 1963. He held several offices, serving as President of the Kentucky Association of Secondary School Principals, on the Board of Directors of the Kentucky Association of Secondary School Principals, as President of the Fourth District Kentucky Association of Secondary School Principals, as President of the Fourth District Kentucky Association of School Administrators, served twice as President of the Kentucky High School Athletic Association Board of Control, served as President of the Campbellsville College Alumni Association, and was a two term member of the Elizabethtown Community College Advisory Board. He was the charter president of the Vine Grove Optimist Club, a chairperson on the first Vine Grove Planning and Zoning Commission, a member of Hardin County Public Library Board, and an active member of Valley View Baptist Church. Several of his honors include: Two time recipient of the Radcliff Rotary Club Youth Service Award, recipient of the Radcliff Rotary Club Vocational Award, Radcliff Rotary Club Paul Harris Fellow Award, Campbellsville College Distinguished Alumnus Award, North Hardin Chamber of Commerce Presidential Award, North Hardin Lions Club Community Service Award, Radcliff Jaycees Outstanding Young Man Award, and Fifth Region Athletic Directors Hall of Fame. He was honored by North Hardin High School by naming the football stadium the “Ray Story Stadium.” He was preceded in death by his parents, Cart and Bertha Story; two brothers, Willard Story and Harold Story; and two sisters, Georgia Padgett and Selma Reynolds. He is survived by his loving wife of 44 years, Sue Cecil Story of Vine Grove; two sons, Mark Story of Lexington, and Tim Story of Vine Grove; three brothers, Darrel Story, Glen Story, and Randall Story, all of Waynesburg, Ky.; two sisters, Wilma Gooch of Stanford, Ky., and Phyllis McMichael of Leitchfield, Ky.; and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held today, Friday, Aug. 8, 2008, at 4 p.m. at Valley View Baptist Church in Vine Grove, with Rev. K. Christian Burton and Rev. Raymond Ward officiating. Visitation was from 2 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Thursday at the Valley View Baptist Church Christian Life Center in Vine Grove, and will be after 2 p.m. Friday at Valley View Baptist Church. Burial will follow in the North Hardin Memorial Gardens in Radcliff, Ky. Contributions to the Ray Story Memorial Scholarship fund can be made c/o Wilson Muir Bank, 123 W. Main St., Vine Grove, KY 40175, or you can make a deposit at any other Wilson Muir Bank.
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James Robert Helm, 82, of Vine Grove, died Saturday, Aug. 2, 2008, at his home. Chief Warrant Officer 4 Helm retired from the U.S. Army after served his country for 35 years, serving in Korea and Vietnam. He was a member of Valley View Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife, Ginette Helm; three daughters, Diana Bagby, Margaret Helm and Lucy Ricketts; three sons, Noel E. Helm, Charles Helm and Christopher Helm; and nine grandchildren. Services and visitation will be private. Burial will be in the Kentucky Veterans Cemetery Central in Radcliff, with military honors. Nelson-Edelen-Bennett Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to Hosparus, P. O. Box 2149, Elizabethtown, KY 42702. The guest register may be signed at www.nebfh.com.
1911-2008 Mary Loretta (Clark) Fackler, 97 of Webster, Ky., passed away on Aug. 4, 2008. She was born on Wednesday, Jan. 11, 1911, in Meade County to the late Robert Lorento and Lucy Frances (Greenwell) Clark. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jake Fackler; two sons, Joseph Glenn Fackler and Bernard Eugene Fackler; and one grandson, John Jacob Stull. She is survived by two daughters, Louise Stull of Brandenburg and Aliene Evans of Burlington, Ky.; four sons, Charles J. Fackler of Guston, Robert Harold Fackler of Brandenburg, Francis Carroll Fackler of Quicksand, Ky., and John Anthony Fackler of Brandenburg; 17 grandchildren; and 19 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at St. Mary Magdalen Church in Payneville, Wednesday at 2 p.m. Burial followed in St. Mary Magdalen Cemetery. Visitation was held at Bruington-Jenkins-Sturgeon Funeral Home on Tuesday from 5 p.m. until 9 p.m. and after 8 a.m. on Wednesday. Prayer service was held at the funeral home on Tuesday at 7:30 p.m.
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Radegonde Jeanne “Dede” Brown, 77, of Radcliff, Ky., died Saturday, Aug. 2, 2008, at Hardin Memorial Hospital in Elizabethtown, Ky. She is survived by five daughters, Bethene Brown Curry, Barbara (Harry) Maphis, Lillian Brown, Hilda Brown, Patricia Sheila Brown Nelson; four sons, Charles (Chrissy) Brown, George (Karin) Brown, Robert Brown, and David (Lisa) Brown; 25 grandchildren; and 36 great-grandchildren. There will be no visitation; internment will be in France. Nelson-Edelen-Bennett Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to Kosair Charities, 982 Eastern Parkway, Louisville, KY 40217. The guest register may be signed at www.nebfh.com.
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FAITH & VALUES Child’s attention deficit disorder is hard to manage
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QUESTION: Our pedia- and conflict with their partrician told us he believes ents. They have difficulty our son may have attention finishing tasks, rememberdeficit/hyperactivity ing details, focusdisorder (ADHD). Focus on ing on a book or asCan you tell us what the family signment, or even is known about this remaining seated for problem? more than a few minDR. DOBSON: utes. Some appear to ADHD, or attention be driven from withdeficit/hyperactivity in as they race wildly disorder, appears to from one thing to be an inherited neuanother. They are ofJames rological syndrome ten very bright and Dobson creative, yet they’re that affects approximately 5 percent of seen as lazy, disrupchildren in the Unittive and terribly dised States. It refers to individ- organized. uals who are easily distractADHD children often ed, have a low tolerance for suffer from low self-esteem boredom or frustration, and because they have been betend to be impulsive and rated as goof-offs and anarflighty. Some of them are chists who refuse to follow also hyperactive. the rules. They sometimes These children have a pat- have few friends because tern of behavior that sets they can drive everyone crathem up for failure in school zy — even those their own
age. QUESTION: I’m a single mom who’s labored, sweated, prayed, cried, scrimped, saved, cooked, cleaned, taught, and shepherded my children through numerous crises without the help of a husband or father for my kids. I’m having a very difficult time of letting go now that they are grown. Do you have any words of wisdom for me? DR. DOBSON: My office at Focus on the Family sits across the valley from the United States Air Force Academy. From there I can see the cadets as they train to be pilots and officers. I particularly enjoy watching the gliders soaring through the heavens. The only way those graceful yellow crafts can fly is to be tethered to
a powered plane that takes them up to where they can catch a wind current. Then they disengage and sail free and alone until returning to land. While watching that beautiful spectacle one day, I recognized an analogy between flying and child rearing as a single parent. There is a time when your children need to be towed by the “mother plane.” If that assistance were not available, or if it were not accepted, the “glider” would never get off the ground. But, inevitably, there comes an appropriate moment for a young pilot to disengage and soar free and alone in the blue heavens. Both operations are necessary for successful flight. If you as a parent are not there for your kids when they are young, they are
likely to remain “grounded” for life. On the other hand, if they stay tethered to you as young adults, they will never experience the thrill of independent flight. Letting go not only gives freedom to your grown son or daughter but allows you to soar as well. It’s all part of the divine plan. QUESTION: You have advised women in domestic violence situations to “get out” immediately. Are you suggesting that any woman who is being beaten should take the same course of action? My husband has only hit me once in a big fight we had. Should I separate from him? DR. DOBSON: Your situation may represent another category of behavior. A man can become so enraged on a
given occasion that he does something he is immediately sorry for and would never do again. That is very different from a repetitive, pathological situation. You will have to decide how you will deal with that exceptional situation, but I would recommend that it become a point of serious discussion between you two. If he hit you once, he can hit you again. You need to set some ground rules that will prevent a similar situation from recurring. Dr. Dobson is founder and chairman of the board of the nonprofit organization Focus on the Family, Colorado Springs, CO 80995 (www. family.org). Questions and answers are excerpted from “Solid Answers” and “Bringing Up Boys,” both published by Tyndale House.
Strive to not deny emotions, feelings for people in need
A dead man was being carried out, the only son of a widowed mother. When Jesus saw her, he was moved with pity for her. — Luke 7
Jesus didn’t actually know this poor widow woman, but when he saw her staggering in grief behind her only son’s funeral procession, he was overcome with emotion. He wasn’t just touched by this pitiful scene — the word used here for “pity” is the strongest word in the Greek language for this emotion, meaning to be moved from the depth of one’s being, literally, from one’s bowels. It is the same word used when Jesus encounters a leper kneeling before him,
begging for help. The word curity back then. For the rest is used when Jesus encoun- of her life she was destined ters the crowds of desperate- to be a charity case for her ly hungry people on relatives and friends. the mountain near Encouraging Jesus was certainly Words the Sea of Galilee. able to see the horrific The word is used physical ravages that when Jesus encounpoor leper was expetered two blind men riencing that day, but sitting beside the he could also see the road on the outskirts social, familial and of Jericho. It doesn’t religious isolation just mean to feel that he was enduring Ronald sorry for. It means because of his disKnott to feel to the point of ease. suffering with those Jesus was certainly who suffer. able to see the physiJesus was certainly able to cal hunger of the crowds, but see the loss this woman was he was also able to see their experiencing, but he could spiritual hunger as well. also see the suffering this Jesus was certainly able to poor woman would have see how difficult the lives of to go through for the rest of these two men had become her life as a sonless widow. because of their blindness, Women had no financial se- but he could also see how
dismissed and marginalized they were by the people around them. One of the saddest things to happen to those of us called to ministry, is to get to the day that we quit caring and quit feeling, when we go about our ministry like the priest in the Good Samaritan story, becoming so focused on our “temple duties” that we simply “pass by” bruised and battered people as if they were not there or when we go about our ministry without noticing those who suffer at our gates — like the Dives failed to notice Lazarus. If I have learned anything from 37 years of priesthood it is this: 1. People will forgive us for about just anything but
Don’t always look up, look around
For our study today I encourage you to read Acts 1:6 –11, but I would like to quote Acts 1:11, “Who also said: Men of Galilee, why do you stand grazing up into heaven? This same Jesus, who was taken up from you into heaven, will so come in like the manner as you saw Him go into heaven” (NKJV). Although they had been filled with the Holy Spirit and freshly commissioned by Jesus, some things among the disciples had not changed at all. “Lord,” the apostles asked, “are you going to restore the kingdom of Israel now?” Once again, it was hard for them to see beyond their own needs and the immediate needs of their people. Jesus answered them by saying, “It’s not for you to know all the times and dates of what’s going to happen.
Instead, you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, Judea, Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.” When Jesus had finished speaking, he was taken up in a cloud before their very eyes. The disciples were awestruck as they contemplated this incredible mode of transport. Long after he was hidden from their eyes, however, they were still peering into the sky, wondering when he would return, what it would be like, and what place humble servants like themselves would have in his kingdom. Finally, as they continued to stare off into the heavens, two angels appeared to them and said, “Why are you standing here, looking into the sky? Jesus will come back the same way you have seen
him go.” up into the heavens that you The same question asked have forgotten your mission by the angels is applicable on the earth, it’s time for you to us: “Why do you to change. Divine stand here, looking God wants to send Guidance you into your cominto the sky?” If it is truly possible munity with a new to become so “heavpassion and fervor. enly minded” that Far from being conyou’re “no earthly cerned with escaping good,” that is probthe final judgment, ably the very state of your concern should many modern-day be how to take as Dan Christians. The heavNewton many people with enly mindedness I am you as possible, no talking about, howmatter how or when ever, has nothing to do with he comes back! holiness, commitment, and If you are new in our comtrue spirituality, and every- munity and are looking for a thing to do with dates, times, church home, come by and and idle speculations about visit with us at Grace Bapwhen Jesus is coming to res- tist Church. Remember to cue them from the evils of the listen to our radio program culture in which they live. on WMMG Sunday morning In reality, it is not what you from 9:30 to 10 a.m. believe about the end times, but how you believe it. Reverend Dan Newton is the If you are so busy looking pastor of Grace Baptist Church.
Life isn’t about winning the race; take time to help others
It’s on the front of every starting line for the 100newspaper, it’s the topic of yard dash. every nightly news show At the gun, they all startand nearly everyed out, not exactly one I know is talkPastor’s in a dash, but with a ing about it: The Spotlight determination to run Olympic Games. the race to the finish This next story and win. All, that came to me a few is, except one little years ago and I have boy who stumbled used it several times on the asphalt, tumin my preaching bled over a couple of and teaching. I may times, and began to have even used it in cry. The other eight Randy one of these stories. Johnson heard the boy cry. I don’t even know They slowed if this story is true. down and looked Anyway, I think you will back. Then they all turned enjoy it again. around and went back — The story is told from a every one of them. few years ago, at the Seattle One girl with Down’s Special Olympics. Syndrome bent down and Nine contestants, all kissed him and said, “This physically or mentally dis- will make it better.” abled, assembled at the Then, all nine linked arms
and walked together to the finish line. Everyone in the stadium stood, and the cheering went on for several minutes. Maybe they each knew that crossing the finishing line was important not just for themselves, but for others as well. Are we so busy living our lives that we forget that there are others that have stumbled along the way? Maybe it’s because we are too busy that we just won’t take time to help someone else. The next time you see a sister or brother who has stumbled along life’s road stop, pick them up, and help them cross the finish line. Randy Johnson is the pastor at Brandenburg Church of God.
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being cruel, heartless and uncaring, and 2. People will follow us anywhere if we have the ability to touch feeling, to move people emotionally from our own experience. As Bishop Richard Sklba of Milwaukee, put it, “Peo-
ple can be deeply hurt for life by a casual flippant remark or inspired forever by a simple genuine gesture of kindness.”
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1. Is the book of Immanuel in the Old or New Testament or neither? 2. From Psalm 139, where did God “knit me together”? Heaven, Mother’s womb, Before time, Mountain 3. In Hebrews 7:2, who was the “king of righteousness”? Neco, Joash, Melchisedec, Zechariah 4. From Exodus 2, who met his future wife at a well in Midian? Moses, Noah, Isaac, Gideon 5. In Deuteronomy 34, who buried Moses? Servant girls, Shepherd boy, Joshua, God 6. Which city was home to the harlot Rahab? Jericho, Perga, Beersheba, Joppa ANSWERS: 1) Neither; 2) Mother’s womb; 3) Melchisedec; 4) Moses; 5) God; 6) Jericho
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Redbird Publishing takes flight into literary scene By Jorena D. Faulkner jorena@thenewsstandard.com
There is an old adage that says “everyone has at least one book in them.” If left up to local publishing entrepreneur Leah Perna, every one of them would be on a shelf, in a library, or on a coffee table. As Brandenburg’s onestop printing resource, Redbird Publishing hit the blacktop running in May 2007, opening its doors to residents across the county — and online to citizens across the nation — as a business dedicated to bringing the literary works of its clients into publication without the hassle associated with the so-called “vanity press.” “We offer writers the opportunity to self-publish and self-promote without having to go through the expense and aggravation of trying to find a publisher,” Perna said. “I don’t think anyone in the area does quite what we’re doing. There are other printers out there (in our area), but no one else is really binding and publishing.” Doubling as an accomplished local artist/illustrator and writer herself, Perna — along with business copilot, novelist Gloria Haynes of Plaid Flannel Books — started out with a magazine in mind, but wound up with a comprehensive plan to offer clients a printing service focusing on self-publication, with future aspirations to foray into the world of fullservice publishing. Breaking down the barrier of fear and rejection — along with the bureaucracy from powerhouse publishing moguls — Perna and Haynes have their sights set on seeing Brandenburg’s finest writers, poets and artists taking control of their literary destiny. “Eventually we do want to get into publishing and represent our own writers,” Perna said. “We want to publish local and Kentucky writers and artists. We’ll be producing portfolios and things like that too, for artists who want to publish their work in a book format. We’d like to see more people take control of their craft …
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to self-publish and market themselves.” With a name inspired by the Kentucky State Bird — the cardinal — and with subsidizing from Cardinal Companies from outside of Louisville, the company found its footing by starting with the basics, and an idea to keep the process simple for prospective clients. “We don’t charge a percentage of sales or require that a client purchase books from us once they’ve been set up or designed,” Perna said. “We also don’t have a high minimum of product required to print. We work with individual projects to suit the needs of the client.” The company makes publishing even easier by sticking to its affordable, yet competitive rates for clients by providing flat fee and up-front costs. Redbird Publishing can also work with practically any computer software to include MS Word, InDesign, PageMaker, Publisher, Illustrator and Quark. Perna also said Redbird Publishing currently produces books in three dimensions, and will provide estimates for works that need special consideration. Perna pointed out that many individuals and families who don’t consider
themselves writers, don’t often think of binding as another way to preserve family history or memorabilia. From the creation of bound historical accounts, genealogy and photo albums, to a wonderful Christmas, anniversary or wedding gift with photos, artwork and chapters written by family members, variations on self-publication are vast and are only limited by imagination. With more than 25 years of experience, Perna and company not only offer print services including cover design, professional editing and ghostwriting, but also the design and production of family legacy books, cookbooks, yearbooks and annuals, menus, flyers, brochures, business cards and more. “Gloria (Haynes) also does editing as well as ghostwriting,” Perna said. “I do the illustrating and set up … and whatever else is needed.” Perna also noted that Meade County seems to be evolving into somewhat of a “hub” of artistic creation, attracting writers, artists, musicians and poets. She hopes that by offering creative artists hometown publishing options, the confusion often associated with “big city” publishing will be some-
what eased. In the long run, Perna said she simply enjoys working with artists from all walks of life and wants to help them get their work out of the closet and onto the shelf. “I just love being around the arts and creative people,” Perna said. “We want to help local writers and artists get a
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Homeowners remodel while they wait out the market By David Uffington Dollars and Sense Many home sellers are finding this a grim market for sales. Houses sit ... and sit ... with “For Sale” signs in the yard. Knowing that the market will eventually come back, many families are instead deciding to dig in for the duration — opting to make changes to their existing home rather than try to sell in a bad market. Remodeling your home can do two things: It can give you more of the things you want in a house right now, and it can position you well for an eventual sale when the market comes back. With remodeling, however, the trick is to avoid making expensive mistakes. If you’ll need a contractor, get one signed up for late September or October, and negotiate a discount. The later in the year you can schedule the work, the better, as most remodeling companies count on warm months to do the bulk of their year’s work. Knowing they’ll have offseason work, they’re more likely to agree to discounts. (Of course this might not work if you live in snow country and need a roof.) Consult with real-estate agents so you don’t spend too much in the wrong areas and not get a good return on your money when you eventually sell. Kitchens and
bathrooms are the biggest selling points for buyers, but even there, you can go wrong if you pick updated items that turn out to be only a fad, like concrete counter tops in the kitchen. Consider how serious the disruption will be to your household, and how long it will go on. How long can you realistically survive without a kitchen? Or a bathroom? (There’s something to be said for offering a bonus to a contractor who finishes on time.) Will your property taxes and insurance go up? Find out, and add those numbers into your future expenses calculations, as well as the cost of any construction loan you take out. Above all, consider whether it is smarter to merely fix up your home instead of doing a major remodeling. An addition that includes a master suite with bathroom won’t be as much of a selling point later if the exterior siding is damaged or the kitchen cabinets are falling off the hinges. 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 32853-6475, or send e-mail to columnreply@gmail.com.
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AGRICULTURE
Friday, August 15, 2008
The News Standard - A9
Project pairs cattle with goats for co-grazing research By Aimee Nielson UK College of Agriculture
JACKSON, Ky. — What would happen if cattle grazed the same pastures with goats? That’s exactly what University of Kentucky College of Agriculture specialists are collaborating with a Breathitt County farmer to find out. For the past two years, retired “fireman turned farmer” Arch Sebastian, has offered his land as a research “lab” for extension specialists at UK’s Robinson Station in Quicksand, Ky. Station superintendent and agronomist David Ditsch thought Sebastian Farms was perfect for the study since Sebastian was already familiar with cattle, having been in the business in the past. So they worked to set up the 167-acre mountainous farm for a rotational grazing system. “We didn’t do any reseeding of the pastures,” Ditsch said. “We wanted to work with a pasture that was representative of common Kentucky pastures, which is always going to consist of some tall fescue, orchardgrass, clovers and a host of weeds.” Ditsch and Sebastian divided the animals into two groups. One where cattle would graze with goats, and another where cattle would graze a paddock after goats had first pick of the forages. “What we are discover-
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Studies regarding cattle and goats sharing grazing fields have produced some interesting results, according to University of Kentucky College of Agriculture specialists. ing is cattle are performing somewhat differently depending on how they are raised with goats,” Ditsch said. “When goats graze first and then the cattle come in, they are doing what we call ‘cleanup grazing’ in the pasture. At the end of the first grazing season, we found cattle that followed goats weighed on average 30 pounds less than cattle that were grazing with goats all the time.” Since year two of the project is not complete, Ditsch said they don’t have enough data yet to show if there is a trend worth further investigation.
The 45 to 50 goats in the project don’t seem affected either way. They have thrived when they graze before the cattle and when they graze with the cattle. Ditsch said they have a wide variety of plants to choose from in the pasture and will, many times, graze on forages or weeds that the cattle would never touch. “Goats have a huge diversity of other plants to choose from than ones we would normally consider traditional forages like fescue, orchardgrass, white and red clover, etc.,” he said. “So, it’s been very interesting so far, and we are learning about
some things that we’d like to pursue with follow up research, but this is a great start.” The goats have particularly been helpful in weed management at Sebastian Farms. Ditsch said multifora rose and tall ironweed were very prominent in the pastures there before the cograzing project began. “This is actually the third year the goats have been on the farm here, and you’d be very hard pressed to find multiflora rose here,” he said. “I don’t know that it’s a permanent fix, but while the goats are here, they do prefer it. So, it’s been good
Stockpiling forages for fall, winter pasture By Andy Mills CEA for Agriculture and Natural Resources
Many cattle producers can take advantage of late summer and early fall growing conditions to obtain high quality pasture for late fall and early winter grazing. This practice is called stockpiling. The best grasses for stockpiling are cool-season grasses because they will retain good quality and palatability into winter. Kentucky bluegrass and tall fescue are two good grasses most suitable for stockpiling under our growing conditions. Late July and in August are the best times to begin stockpiling for fall and winter use. The basic steps include removing cattle from the pasture, applying the neces-
sary fertilizer and allowing grass to accumulate growth until November or December. Make sure to remove summer growth to three to four inches by grazing or clipping so stockpile production comes from new grass growth. You should get a soil test to determine if you need to add phosphorous, potassium or lime. Growers also need to top-dress at a rate of 40 to 60 pounds of nitrogen per acre on bluegrass and 40 to 100 pounds on tall fescue before August 15. Research results have shown following these guidelines can increase dry matter production by 20 and 25 pounds per acre for each pound of nitrogen applied to bluegrass and tall fescue, respectively. The source of nitrogen you use is important. Ammo-
nium nitrate is the most efficient fertilizer to use when stockpiling, because it is not subject to volatilization. However, ammonium nitrate is becoming more difficult to find, and it may be cost prohibitive. Research has shown that urea is about 79 to 89 percent as effective as ammonium nitrate, but urea can be just as effective as well if you use a urease inhibitor. To maximize stockpiled forage use, be sure to graze the grass-legume fields quickly after the first frost. Pure grass stands will maintain palatability and quality much longer into the winter so you should graze these last. Also, you need to maintain a high stocking rate to prevent waste as a result of trampling. In this time of high costs, stockpiling cool-
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Grasses such as tall fescue and Kentucky Bluegrass are ideal for stockpiling throughout the winter months because of their palatability.
Commodities Kentuckiana Livestock Market - Owensboro, KY Market Report per CWT for Monday, August 11, 2008 Receipts: 357 head Compared to last week: Feeder Steers steady to 2.00 higher. Feeder Heifers firm to 2.00 higher. Slaughter Cows 1.00 to 2.00 higher. Slaughter Bulls 2.00 lower. Slaughter cows: Breaker Boner Lean
% Lean 75-80 80-85 85-90
Weight 1125-1430 875-1340 945-1160
Price 55.00-62.50 52.00-59.00 47.00-53.00
High Dressing 63.50-64.50 61.00-65.00 54.00-57.00
Low Dressing 52.00-53.00 47.00-51.00 37.00-43.00
Slaughter Bulls: Y.G. Weights Carcass Boning % Average Dress High Dress 1 1200-2220 79-81 67.00-74.00 No Report 2 1000-1395 75-78 56.00-65.00 No Report Feeder Steers Medium and Large 1-2 Feeder Bulls Medium and Large 1-2 Wt Range Price Wt Range Price 300-400 104.50-106.00 200-300 109.00 400-500 92.00-102.50 Cow and Calves 300-400 107.00-115.00 500-600 94.00-98.00 Large 1-2: 400-500 105.00-110.00 600-700 91.00-96.00 Cows 5-8 years old with 500-600 92.00-100.00 700-800 84.00-89.00 150-200 lbs calves at side 600-700 94.50-96.00 875.00-925.00 per pair. Feeder Heifers Medium and Large 1-2 700-800 83.00-88.00 Wt Range Price 900-1000 75.00-80.50 200-300 99.50-108.00 Cow and Calves 300-400 91.00-95.00 Feeder Steers Medium and Large 3 Medium 1-2: 400-500 87.00-97.00 Wt Range Price Cows 5-8 years old with 500-600 87.00-95.50 300-400 92.00-94.00 75-125 lbs calves at side 600-700 85.50-96.00 400-500 81.00 610.00-650.00 per pair. 700-800 77.00-87.00 800-900 73.50-84.50 500-600 85.00-87.00 600-700 85.00 Feeder Heifers Medium and Large 3 Owensboro Grains: Wt Range Price Owensboro Market Report Feeder Steers Small 1 200-300 98.00 per bushel for Wt Range Price 300-400 88.00 Wednesday, August 13, 2008 300-400 91.00-98.00 500-600 81.00-85.00 Soybeans: 12.24 Corn: 4.97 400-500 83.00-85.00 Feeder Heifers Small 1 500-600 85.00-92.50 Wt Range Price 600-700 88.00 300-400 83.00
season grasses extends the grazing season, reduces winter hay feeding, provides a good return of high quality forage for each pound of nitrogen applied and provides your cowherd an ideal place for wintering and calving. For more information, contact the Meade County Cooperative Extension Service at 270-422-4958.
to see reduced weed growth out here.” “Weeds are always a challenge on the farm, and the goats have definitely made a difference on this farm.... Multifora rose and tall ironweed were significant on this farm before they came here,” Sebastian added. One challenge Ditsch and Sebastian have tackled is fencing needs. They both agreed it has been quite a learning experience. Since Sebastian’s livestock background is in cattle, he wasn’t prepared for the different fencing needs of goats. Ditsch said the main challenge was keeping costs under control while keeping the goats penned in and the predators out. “The fencing requirements for goats are far greater than those of other livestock,” he said. “There are a lot of things to be considered when fencing, particularly with steep terrain where labor is often very challenging.” Sebastian said early challenges in the project were finding a reliable water source and getting the goats from one paddock to another. “At first, they just ran all over the place, but they are teachable,” he said. “Now, they just follow the Mule (an all-terrain vehicle), and it’s a lot easier. As for the water, we finally had to go with city water so we’d be sure to have enough.” The Sebastian Farms co-
grazing project will take center stage at the UK Robinson Station All Commodity Field Day Sept. 25 at the Quicksand, Ky. office, just outside Jackson, Ky. A morning workshop during the field day will focus on the benefits of co-grazing goats and cattle. Ditsch said six speakers are lined up to discuss fencing, nutrition and the impact of goats on weed populations. “I think we’ve got a very unique opportunity for livestock producers in the state who are just wanting to get into goat production or those folks who are into beef cattle and are thinking about adding goats to their farm, either as a source of income or weed control or some other management aspect,” he said. For more information about the field day, visit UK Robinson Station’s Web page at http://www.ces. ca.uky.edu/robinsonstation. Other highlights of the field day include a Robinson Forest research tour, a farmers’ market workshop, “The Shaker Design: Still Popular Today,” food preservation demonstrations, wood utilization center tour, horticulture and agronomy field tours, research equipment displays and a youth component with a focus on energy and the environment. The field day is free. Festivities begin with registration at 8:30 a.m. EDT and end with a complimentary meal from 5 to 7 p.m.
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Court From page A5
Septic Permits
8/4/08 Gordon Board/ Tony Doyle, Red Hawk Drive, Guston.
Retail Food Establishment Report
Correction from last week: King’s Kids Daycare was mislabeled and should have been Temple Tot Town’s report. The following information does reflect the correct reviews. 7/28/08 Temple Tot Town 98 percent. No hair restraints; women’s restroom ceiling tile in poor repair. 8/1/08 St. Mary’s Bingo 94 percent. Build-up inside microwave and on can opener, outer opening unprotected (back double doors in kitchen area). 8/7/08 King’s Kids Daycare 93 percent; 98 percent same day follow-up. Two one gallon Friendly Farms Vitamin D milk had expiration of 8/2/08; voluntarily destroyed; top of cook stove observed with build-up; wiping cloths with no sanitizer.
Building Permits
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Brandenburg Police Department
8/1/08 at 5:25 p.m. Charles Pike of Fountaintown, Ind. was driving a 1991 Chevrolet S14 on By-Pass Road when he says he was looking down at a map and did not pay attention to the light being red. He ran the red light and collided with a 2008 Mazda, driven by Charles Hacker of Brandenburg. Moderate to severe damage to both vehicles; first aid was given at the scene, but injured party refused transport. Report BPD08087 filed by Officer Young.
Meade County Sheriff Department
7/29/08 at 7:48 p.m. Cinda Russell of Guston was traveling west bound on Ky. 144 in a 2003 Chevrolet when another vehicle was entering the roadway from the parking lot of Skip’s Tavern. That vehicle was a 1994 Ford. The Ford entered the path of Russell, causing her to strike it. The Ford then traveled off the right side of the roadway and came to a rest against a small tree. When Officer Wright arrived on the scene, the Ford was empty. No one on the scene could or would tell the officer any information about the driver or possible passengers of the Ford. The owner of the Ford arrived on the scene after the officer did; she was also unsure of who was driving. Moderate to severe damage to both vehicles; first aid was given at the scene. Report 08-0178 was filed by Officer Wright. 7/29/08 at 10:07 p.m. Jerry Bowman of Ekron was driving a 1999 Ford on Hobbs Reesor Road when he failed to stop at the stop sign at the intersection of Hobbs Reesor Road and Ky. 1238. He traveled across Ky. 1238 and struck an earth embankment, causing moderate damage to his vehicle. No injuries reported. Report 08-0179 was filed by Officer Wright. 7/30/08 at 6:17 a.m. Christopher Eureste of Elizabethtown, Ky., was traveling north bound in the inside lane of US 31W in a 2004 Chevrolet when he slowed for a stop light. Jacinto Martinez of Willisburg, Ky., was behind Eureste in a 1993 Nissan. Martinez failed to realize that Eureste had slowed for the stop light and struck Eureste in the rear of his vehicle. Martinez also struck Anthony Snellen of Irvington, who was traveling in the outside lane of US 31W in a 2006 Chevrolet. Minor to moderate damage to all three vehicles; one person was injured, who was transported to Hardin Memorial Hospital by Meade County EMS. Report 08-0180 was filed by Of-
ficer Graham. 8/1/08 at 7:55 a.m. John Hardesty of Brandenburg was traveling south on Lake Shore Parkway in a 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe, attempting to make a left hand turn onto Doe Valley Parkway when he collided with William Snellen, also of Brandenburg, who was traveling north on Lake Shore Parkway. Hardesty stated that he did not see the other vehicle on the road; Snellen stated that Hardesty made a left hand turn as he approached the intersection. Moderate and severe damage to the vehicles; no injuries reported. Report 08-0181 was filed by Officer Robinson.
District Court 08/06/08 James E. McCloud, 21, operating on suspended/ revoked operator’s license; operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol/ drugs- pled not guilty pretrial conference 08/20/08. Penny Michelle Hestand, 35, operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol/drugs- amend to reckless driving pled guilty fine $100 plus costs. Gregory W. Searcy, 48, operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol/ drugs; speeding 10mp0h over the limit; no operators/moped license- pled not guilty pretrial conference 08/13/08. David L. Trout, 42, careless driving; operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol/drugs; possession of an open alcohol beverage container in a motor vehiclepled not guilty pretrial conference 08/27/08. Charles Phillip Reesor, Jr., 32, flagrant non support- pled not guilty preliminary hearing 08/27/08. Garry Layne Hancock, 51, theft by deception including cold checks under $300pled guilty 10 days probated 2 years after serving 6 hours no public offense write no checks. Kimberly June Knight, 31, non support- pled not guilty pretrial conference 08/13/08. Chester S. Ackerman, 43, non support- pled not guilty pretrial conference 08/20/08. Derek O. Dowell, 22, alcohol intoxication in a public place; 3rd degree criminal mischief; 2nd degree fleeing or evading police- pled not guilty pretrial conference 08/20/08. Michael Edward Bryant, 49, theft by deception including cold checks under $300continues 08/20/08. Sonia Mar Harshfield, 48, theft by deception including cold checks under $300- pled not guilty pretrial conference 08/13/08. Victoria Jean Turner, 64, theft by deception including cold checks under $300- pled not guilty pretrial conference 08/13/08. Laurance D. Wells, 18, possession of marijuana- pled not guilty pretrial conference 08/13/08. Joshua O. Smith, 18, possession of alcoholic beverages by a minor- pled guilty fine $25 plus costs. Christopher S. Summers, 19, possession of alcoholic beverages by a minor- pled guilty fine $25 plus costs. Justin K. Swink, 18, alcohol intoxication in a public placepled guilty fine $25 plus costs; 1st degree disorderly conduct- defer 12 months. Joshua Lee Daunis, 25, alcohol intoxication in a public place; 4th degree assault with minor injury; disorderly conduct- pled not guilty pretrial conference 08/20/08. Nila Daley, 54, dogs to be vaccinated against rabies; cruelty to animals; dogs to be licensed; kennel licenses and tags- pled not guilty pretrial conference 08/20/08. Joshua Keith Mead Eley, 29, 2 counts of theft by deception including cold checks under $300- pled not guilty pretrial conference 08/13/08. Jarred D. Weideman, 23, 4th degree assault/domestic violence with minor injurypled not guilty pretrial conference 08/13/08. Russell Wade Ivey, 28, theft by deception including cold checks under $300- failure to appear. Delma Russell Pirece, 51, volatile substance abusepled guilty 90 days probated 2 years after serving 10 days no public offense cannot possess alcohol illegal drugs/ drug paraphernalia or violate
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substances. Arlie Condal Druen, Jr., 27, operating ATV on roadwaypled not guilty pretrial conference 08/13/08. Rickey Nea Mullikin, 46, operating with inactive/cancelled/revoked motor fuel tax license; violated part 360 Federal Safety/General Policy; parts needed for safe operation- pled not guilty pretrial conference 08/20/08. Anthony W. Harbin, 45, operating with inactive/cancelled/revoked motor fuel tax license; violated part 360 Federal Safety/General Policy- pled not guilty pretrial conference 08/20/08. Bruce A. Shultz, 44, improper registration of commercial vehicle- pled not guilty pretrial conference 08/20/08. James Coleman Carroll, 30, operating on suspended/ revoked operator’s licensepled not guilty pretrial conference 08/20/08. Bobbie Speaks, 28, failure of owner to maintain required insurance/security- pled not guilty pretrial conference 08/20/08. Andrew J. Whealty, 24, probation violation for misdemeanor offense- remand; theft by deception including cold checks under $300- pled guilty 6 month probated 2 years after serving 8 days no public offence writes no checks. Loren E. Vowels, 19, 4 counts of theft by deception including cold checks under $300- pled guilty 10 days probated 2 years after serving 1 hour no public offense writes no checks. Christopher Raomone Ditto, 31, disregarding stop sign- pled guilty fine $25 plus costs; failure to wear seat belts- pled guilty fine $25; no/expired Kentucky Registration Receipt- pled guilty fine $25; failure to produce insurance card- pled guilty 90 days probated 2 years no public offense no driving without valid license and insurance fine $1,000; 14 counts of theft by deception including cold checks under $300- pled guilty 12 months probated 2 years after serving 1 day no public offense writes no checks. Patrick T. Price, 21, operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol/drugspled not guilty pretrial conference 08/13/08. Andrew T. Poole, 18, criminal mischief- pled not guilty pretrial conference 08/13/08. Robert Anthony Kennedy, 36, flagrant non support- pled not guilty preliminary hearing 08/13/08. Amanda Gale Maggard, 27, theft by deception including cold checks under $300pled guilty 10 days probated 2 years after serving 1 day no public offense writes no checks. Melissa L. Collins, 42, possession of marijuana; use/
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possess drug paraphernaliacontinues 12/03/08. Howard W. Collins, 44, possession of marijuana; use/ possess drug paraphernaliacontinues 12/03/08. Anita R. Hurst, 60, 3rd degree terroristic threateningdismissed on commonwealth motion. Phillip W. Hudson, 23, possession of marijuana; use/possess drug paraphernalia- competency hearing 08/12/08. Douglas Edward Allen, Sr., 47, 4th degree assault/domestic violence with no visible injury- pretrial conference 09/03/08 jury trial 09/19/08. Vanessa Rene Fletcher, 26, 4th degree assault/domestic violence with minor injurycontinues 08/13/08. Beau Sutton, 25, 3rd degree terroristic threatening- continues 08/13/08. Cleo Lawrence Hart, Jr., 46, 4th degree assault/ domestic violence with minor injury$500 cash paid on bond forfeiture to state of Kentucky continues 12/03/08. Malissa Sue Baize, 38, 3 counts of theft by deception including cold checks under $300- continues 08/13/08. Joseph Michael Hobbs, 30, 4 counts of theft by deception including cold checks under $300- continues 08/20/08. Justin Lee Craig, 19, alcohol intoxication in a public place; 4th degree assault with minor injury; 4 counts 2nd degree wanton endangerment- continues 08/27/08. Brian H. Reichmuth, 19, possession of a controlled substance- pled guilty 12 months probated 2 years after serving 30 days no public offense cannot possess alcohol, illegal drugs/drug paraphernalia or container substances. Brian Kelly Horsley, 35, 4 counts of theft by deception including cold checks under $300- failure to appear. Barry Wayne Baugh, Jr., 25, alcohol intoxication in a public place- failure to appear. Kristopher J. McKiney, 18, alcohol intoxication in a public place- pled guilty fine $25 plus costs. Richard Ray McGehee, 40, 4th degree assault/domestic violence with minor injurycontinues 08/13/08. Lee A. Duffield, 41, 4th degree assault/domestic violence with minor injury- continues 09/03/08. Jackie Carson Hall, Jr., 32, alcohol intoxication in a public place; disorderly conductcontinues 09/03/08. Robert A. Beck, 20, theft by unlawful taking/shoplifting under $300- pled guilty 30 days probated 2 years after serving 3 days no public offense stay out of Kroger’s cannot possess alcohol, illegal drugs/drug paraphernalia. David Wayne Brown, 26, disregarding stop sign; operating on suspended/revoked license- continues 08/20/08.
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Mark Anthony Robbins, 40, speeding 26 mph over/greater- amended to 25 mph and assigned state traffic school. Stacie Lea Wilkerson, 33, operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol/ drugs- continues 09/03/08. Ralph L. Powell, 43, careless driving- dismissed on commonwealth motion; operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol/ drugs- pled guilty fine $200 plus costs 30 days probated 2 years after serving 2 days 90 days license suspended. Tanya A. Smith, 31, speeding 14 mph over the limitcontinues 08/27/08. Clayton Evan Ditto, 44, operating on suspended/ revoked operator’s licensepled guilty 30 days probated 2 years no public offense not to operate a motor vehicle without valid license and insurance fine $100 plus costs. Jason Carey Thornhill, 29, operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol/ drugs- pled guilty fine $300 plus costs 30 days probated 2 years after serving 4 days 90 days license suspended. Travis James Mattingly, 26, reckless driving; leaving the scene of an accident/failure to render aid or assistancecontinues 08/13/08. Willard E. Hazelwood, 24, no brake lights; no tail lamps; failure to wear seat belts; operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol/ drugs- continues 08/13/08. Claudia Lynne Dunham, 48, operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol/drugs- pled guilty fine $300 plus costs 30 days probated 2 years after serving 5 days 90 license suspended; reckless driving- dismissed on commonwealth motion. Kelly J. McKnight, 26, careless driving- dismissed on commonwealth motion; operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol/ drugs- pled guilty fine $200 plus costs 30 days probated 2 years after serving 4 days. Sara M. Hebert, 23, probation violation for misdemeanor offense; theft by deception including cold checks under $300- continues 08/27/08. Amanda Mehler, 2, probation violation fro misdemeanor offence; 7 counts of theft by deception including cold checks under $300- continues 08/13/08. David Printis Bolin, 53, 23 counts of theft by deception including cold checks under $300- continues 11/12/08. Tammy Lee Cundiff, 42, operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol/ drugs- amended to reckless driving pled guilty fine $100 plus costs. Sidney Lee Earley, Jr., 41, probation violation for a misdemeanor offense- continues 08/13/08. Carlos Eugene Maddox, 27, fugitive from another state-
continues 11/19/08. Shirley M. Pipes, 57, probation violation for misdemeanor offense-continues 08/13/08. Justin A. Broussard, 20, probation violation for misdemeanor offense- 30 days jail revoked. Jimmy A. Brock, 28, probation violation for misdemeanor offense- continues 08/13/08. Justin Lee Craig, 19, alcohol intoxication in a public place; 4th degree assault/domestic violence; 4 counts of 2nd degree wanton endangermentremanded. Nicholas Dewayne Williams, 28, probation violation for misdemeanor offensecontinues 08/20/08. Meagan Nichol Bartley vs. Jason Carl Bartley, domestic violence- amended to EPO continues 08/20/08. Jason Carl Bartley vs. Meagan Nichol Bartley, domestic violence- amended to EPO continues 08/20/08. Sarah Marie Meadow vs. Jason Reece Meadows, domestic violence- DVO entered. Dwight Wesley Jones vs. Carmel Alayne Jones, domestic violence- dismissed to be handled in Circuit Court divorce. Brandi Joy Lucas vs. Joseph Anthony Ritchie, domestic violence- DVO entered. James R. Hupp, Jr., 50, theft of services over $300- failure to appear. Donnie R. Mills, 32, flagrant non support- continues 08/27/08. Jesse L. Karr, 18, 2nd degree burglary- continues 09/03/08. David C. Redden, 37, convicted felon in possession of a handgun; violation of Kentucky EPO/DVO- continues 08/13/08. Eric M. Padgett, 18, 2nd degree burglary- continues 09/03/08. Matthew A. Pate, 21, 2 counts of probation violation for misdemeanor offense; speeding 26 mph over/ greater; operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol/drugs; operating o a suspended/revoked operator’s license; failure to wear seat belts; 1st degree fleeing or evading police; 6 counts of 2nd degree wanton endangerment- continues 08/13/08. Joe E. Poe, 43, 4th degree assault/domestic violence with no visible injury; 4 counts of 1st degree wanton endangerment- defer probated 12 months. Joseph Raphael Lancaster, Jr., 39, possession of marijuana-judge to take under submission after briefs are submitted. CORRECTION: In last week’s Court News, Randall Greenwell was incorrectly listed as being 19 years old. The Randall Greenwell mentioned is 49 years old.
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Tornado Safety Tips *** Prepare a Home Tornado Plan ***
Pick a place where family members could gather if a tornado is headed your way. It could be your basement or, if there is no basement, a center hallway, bathroom, or closet on the lowest floor. Keep this place uncluttered. If you are in a high-rise building, you may not have enough time to go to the lowest floor. Pick a place in a hallway in the center of the building. Assemble a Disaster Supplies Kit containing a first aid kit and essential medications, canned food and can opener, at least three gallons of water per person, protective clothing, bedding, or sleeping bags, batterypowered radio, flashlight, and extra batteries, special items for infant, elderly, or disabled family members, written instructions on how to turn off electricity, gas, and water if authorities advise you to do so. (Remember, you'll need a professional to turn natural gas service back on.)
*** Know what a tornado WATCH and WARNING means ***
A TORNADO WATCH means a tornado is possible in your area. A TORNADO WARNING means a tornado has been sighted and may be headed for your area. Go to safety immediately. Tornado WATCHES and WARNINGS are issued by county or parish.
*** When a Tornado WATCH Is Issued *** Listen to local radio and TV stations for further updates. Be alert to changing weather conditions. Blowing debris or the sound of an approaching tornado may alert you. Many people say it sounds like a freight train.
*** When a Tornado WARNING Is Issued *** If you are inside, go to the safe place you picked to protect yourself from glass and other flying objects. The tornado may be approaching your area. If you are outside, hurry to the basement of a nearby sturdy building or lie flat in a ditch or low-lying area. If you are in a car or mobile home, get out immediately and head for safety.
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Historical landmark hosts old-fashioned church picnic By Charlotte Fackler charlie@thenewsstandard.com
THE NEWS STANDARD/CHARLOTTE FACKLER
Good food, community and worship were the focus of the St. Theresa’s Catholic Church “Old Fashion Down Home Church Picnic” held last Saturday in Payneville. The annual event began with Mass and was followed by booths, games and a special dinner, which was served by volunteers from the church. On the menu was fried chicken, beef and barbecued pork dinners with all the sides, and a dessert table that was described by attendees as “big enough to feed an entire army.” More than 1,500 meals were served during the picnic. The picnic ended with an auction consisting of items donated by local individuals and business owners. Founded in 1818, the historic St. Theresa’s Church has been placed on the National Registry of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior. The local landmark is the third of three churches to occupy the site. Built in 1856, the site is a viable
community treasure, is well known, and includes a beautiful garden located just outside the front entrance. In recent months, Archbishop Joseph E. Kurtz, D.D. blessed a new altar, which was built by Tom Vessels of Payneville. Vessels recycled wood from old church pews that were once used in St. Theresa Church; inlaid into the front and sides of the altar, are sections of the old iron altar rail. The church is currently in the process of a major renovation with a cost expected to exceed $200,000. Thus far, the interior church walls have been repaired and painted, as well as the altars, which have had gold detailing completed. The vestibule has been updated and painted, new front doors have been built and installed and installation of an awning is projected for the near future. Carpeting has also been removed from the altar area and the hardwood floors beneath have been restored. New carpeting has also been installed throughout the remainder of the Church,
and the tops of the pews have been sanded down and refinished. Masonry damage to the exterior of the church has been repaired and an application of water-repellant has been applied to the exterior brick to help prevent moisture damage. Stained glass windows on the front and sides of the church will also be re-glazed and the decaying wood around each window repaired or replaced with new storm window installation. A new sound system is also in the works. St. Theresa’s will hold another dinner on the last Sunday in October for the St. Theresa Community Fall Festival, which includes a turkey dinner. Visitors are always welcome to the historical St. Theresa’s Church, located only two miles north of Rhodelia on Hwy. 144. Parties who are interested in providing financial assistance to St. Theresa Catholic Church to assist with the cost of the renovation and restoration of the church, may send donations to: St. Theresa Church, 9245 Rhodelia Road , Payneville, KY 40157.
Counterclockwise: (From top left) St. Theresa’s Catholic Church Annual Picnic served over 1,500 meals last Saturday. Children enjoy getting decorated with fun paint. Lead singer Paul James of “Senior Sounds” serenades the crowd. Jimmy Fackler (center) and his wife, Angie, enjoy the homecooked meal served during the annual picnic. Volunteer parrishners Stephen Barr and David Barr steadily worked organizing the day’s events. Mikaela Humphrey, 9, takes her game seriously while grandma, Sylvia, watches. Kaylie Poole, 5, of Payneville, enjoys her pony ride. St. Theresa Catholic Church’s historical marker on front of the church building.
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The Music Man A PAC Pro-Am Production 9/18-20 at 7 p.m. 9/21 at 3 p.m. Tickets: $5, $10
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Sunday, August 17 SPEAKER EVANGELISTS DON AND DORIS CARVER at Glad Tidings Christian Center, 10 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Call Pastor Marion Barnes for more information, 270-422-2020. FARMERS MARKET 8 a.m. to noon each Saturday at the UK Extension Office parking lot.
Monday, August 18
MEADE COUNTY FIRE DISTRICT BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING 7 p.m. at Station No. 1. BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING 11:30 a.m. at Mr. Gatti’s.
Tuesday, August 19
MCPL STORY HOUR At 10:30 a.m. for children 0-5 years old in the Library Annex. Includes books, activities, games and crafts pertaining to a theme. Free and open to the public. FARMERS MARKET 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. each Tuesday at the
Rumpelstiltskin Missoula Children’s Theatre 11/14 at 7 p.m. 11/15 at 3 p.m. Tickets: $5
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Wednesday, August 20
FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE ENTERTAINMENT At the Vine Grove Optimist Park with Testify and Renegade at 7:30 p.m. Weather permitting. Refreshments will be available. Bring your own lawn chair. Call for more information, 270-877-2422. BOAT POKER RUN AND CORN ROAST 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. boat departure; Doe Valley members and guests. To benefit cancer research and Relay for Life. Call Pauline Bramer for more information, 270-422-1071.
NBC’s Phenomenon 10/17 at 7 p.m. Tickets: $15 $25 $35
TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), 6 p.m. Every Tuesday night at Buck Grove Baptist Church basement. For more information call, 422-2692. FREE CHILDBIRTH EDUCATION CLASSES 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. every Wednesday for four weeks at Harrison County Hospital. The purpose of this class is to fully prepare the expectant mom and her coach for a good labor and delivery experience. Free admission, though registration is required. Call 812-738-7830 ext. 2012
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Dinner & Show 11/17 at 6 p.m. Tickets: $25, $35, $45
Clara’s Tea Party A Catered Affair for the Young 12/20 at Noon Tickets: $5
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Magic Tree House The Musical 3/20 at 7 p.m. Tickets: $10 $15 $25
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Friday, August 15, 2008
Program helps patients in need access prescription medicines Submitted by the Partnership for Prescription Assistance
BRANDENBURG — The “Help is Here Express” bus tour will be in Brandenburg on Aug. 19, stopping at the Jewish Hospital Health Center in Meade County to help uninsured and financially-struggling Kentuckians access information on programs that provide prescription medicines for free or nearly free. The bus tour is part of the Partnership for Prescription Assistance (PPA) — a nationwide effort sponsored by America’s pharmaceutical research companies — raising awareness of patient assistance programs and the need to effectively address the rising and alarming rates of chronic disease in the United States. Patients can also learn about new medicines in development to fight chronic diseases such as cancer, heart disease, diabetes, and
asthma. To date, the PPA has helped more than five million patients, including more than 100,000 Kentuckians. Since its launch in April 2005, the PPA bus tour has visited all 50 states and more than 2,000 cities to raise awareness about patient assistance programs. The “Help is Here Express” is staffed by trained specialists able to quickly help uninsured patients in need access information on more than 475 patient assistance programs, including nearly 200 programs offered by pharmaceutical companies. When the “Help is Here Express” moves on, patients can visit PPA’s easy-to-use Web site (www.pparx.org) or call the toll-free phone number (1-888-4PPA-NOW) where trained operators field calls in 150 languages. “With the number of people affected by chronic disease increasing every
year, the PPA and its message of hope is now more relevant than ever,” said Billy Tauzin, President and CEO of the Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA). The Milken Institute along with the Partnership to Fight Chronic Disease (www.fightchronicdisease. org) note there are more than 2.7 million cases of common chronic diseases in Kentucky, including cancer, diabetes, heart disease, hypertension, stroke, mental disorders, and pulmonary conditions. Those diseases are responsible for seven out of every 10 deaths in the United States, and the Milken Institute research states that more than 325,000 Kentuckians have heart disease, 219,000 are affected by diabetes, and 173,000 suffer from cancer, Innovative medications and treatments — along with improved access to prescription assistance program information through the PPA — may help to reduce the number of deaths caused by chronic disease every year, accord-
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The big, orange “Help is Here Express” tour bus will stop in Brandenburg on Tuesday, where program representatives will be on hand to offer prescription drug assistance to patients in need. ing to Partnership to Fight Chronic Disease. Medicines in development by America’s pharmaceutical research companies include 277 life-saving and life-improving medicines for heart disease and
stroke, 750 medicines to treat several types of cancer and 95 medicines for diabetes. In addition to stopping in Brandenburg on August 19, the “Help Is Here Express” will bring the Part-
nership for Prescription Assistance to several other Kentucky cities, including Henderson, Owensboro, Shepherdsville, Elizabethtown, Bowling Green, Hopkinsville, Madisonville, Paducah and Murray.
Chain Reaction takes crowd on a musical ‘Journey’ Staff Report The News Standard Hundreds of people gathered at Riverfront Park Saturday night to enjoy the sights of a beautiful summer sunset and the sounds of classic rock at its finest. “Chain Reaction,” a “Journey” tribute band, performed for several hours at the park amphitheater as part of the Meade County Museum and Arts Council (Mc-
MAC) summer concert series. The Clarksville, Tenn.-based band is recognized as one of the premiere “Journey” tribute bands around, and the group gave a large Meade County audience a rousing performance during last weekend’s concert. The next show in the summer concert series will be held Saturday, Sept. 6, and will feature musical duo “Blue Mother Tupelo.” For more information, visit www. meadearts.com.
THE NEWS STANDARD/LAURA SAYLOR
TOP: “Chain Reaction” lead singer Ryan Christopher leads his band during a rendition of “Be Good to Yourself.” LEFT: Hundreds of people enjoyed the first of three shows that are part of McMAC’s summer concert series.
PINS plans upcoming Pet Festival, other fundraisers By Pat Bowen PINS PR Chairman
The Pets In Need Society (PINS) Pet Festival will be held Sept. 27 at Brandenburg Riverfront Park with a “blessing of the animals,” animal contests, a pet communicator and raffle. The theme will be “All Star Pets,” and raffle winners will also be announced at this time. Raffle tickets are for sale from any PINS member or at Creature Comfort Kennel on the corner of Old Weldon Road and KY 1638. Only 3,000 tickets are available, and the grand prize is $500 cash. Other prizes include an electric treadmill, a Meade County Bank savings bond, meals, passes to area attractions and casinos, with more donated prizes coming in weekly. The fall yard sale date is set for Sept. 6 from 8 a.m. to noon at Creature Comfort Boarding Kennel. Donations are happily accepted at anytime and can be used for tax deductions. To finish out the year, the PINS Wreath Festival will be held from Nov. 30
through Dec. 5 at the Meade County Courthouse. The donation of two Southwest Airlines tickets were given to the group, and members decided to hold a silent auction with the bidding to end on Dec. 5. This annual event will have the theme of “Winter is for the Birds” and many crafts and wreaths will have bird themes along with various other Christmas items for sale. The group is always looking for creative people to contribute wreaths or uniquely handcrafted items that will help decorate the courthouse hallways until being sold. One of the PINS’ missions is to educate regarding pet care and dog bite prevention. The group will have an opportunity to provide dog bite prevention as part of the UK Cooperative Extension Service Farm Safety Day to be held Sept.15 and 16. All fifth grade students in Meade County schools will attend the event, which is held annually at the Meade County Fairgrounds. There are currently 108 members
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in PINS. During July, there were 71 vouchers mailed to Meade County residents who requested them via the PINS phone line, 422-
3838. Fifteen of those were Meade County Animal Shelter adoptions, for which PINS pays 100 percent of the cost of spay/ neuter, and the others were
vouchers for either $50 (dogs) or $40 (cats). With all the costs involved with paying for this program, PINS members keep their noses to the
grindstone raising funds. The next regular meeting will be held Aug. 25 at 7 p.m. at Little Dave s and everyone is welcome to attend.
Getting ready for dove season
Sports
Skeet shooting is a good way to prepare for mourning dove hunting.
Outdoors, B5 Friday, August 15, 2008
Ben Achtabowski, Sports Editor (270) 422-4542 sports@thenewsstandard.com
ON DECK Aug 15-17 Lady Wave Volleyball @Apollo Summer Slamdown Aug 16 Lady Wave Soccer @Western Hills
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Aug 18 Lady Wave Soccer Nelson Co. 5:30 p.m. Lady Wave Golf Spencer Co @Tanglewood TBA Aug 19 Lady Wave Volleyball @ Corydon Central Aug 21 Lady Wave Golf Breckinridge Co. @ Doe Valley
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Last Sunday, dirt bikes and four-wheelers whipped the Meade County Fairgrounds track during the Kentucky Fair Motocross Series. One of the participants racing, proved again to be a world-class rider. Just one week after performing at Loretta Lynn’s Amateur World Championship, Meade Countian Travis Hardcastle took first in all of his class races on Sunday and once again showed the world he’s one of the elite amateur racers.
“It’s great to be back in Meade County,” Hardcastle said. “It’s great to see everyone again and race with kids I’ve been racing since we were riding our little 50s (cc mini-bikes). Now we’re racing the big bikes and it’s a lot of fun.” The Amateur World Championship happens every year at Loretta Lynn’s ranch in Hurricane Mills, Tenn. Racers must qualify to compete in the championship series. Over 25,000 racers try-out, while only 13,000 racers actually qualify for the race. “It’s just a great honor to even
qualify,” Hardcastle said. “It’s the best of the best there.” Hardcastle finished 27th overall out of 42 racers in the Motocross C division. In his first race, he finished a disappointing 38th place, though the second race he improved to 25th. In the last race, he finished a best 17th place. “I could have done better,” Hardcastle said. “But it just didn’t happen.” The 16-year-old has raced dirt bikes for 10 years, but he’s been around the sport ever since he
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THE NEWS STANDARD/CHARLOTTE FACKLER
Travis Hardcastle catches air during last Sunday’s motocross event.
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2008 Meade County High School fall sports preview
TBA Lady Wave Soccer Bullitt East 5:30 p.m. Aug 22-24 Greenwave Soccer @ Franklin Simpson Tournament
Pictures from last Saturday’s annual alumni games. B4
Local dirt bike racer is one of the best riders in the world By Ben Achtabowski sports@thenewsstandard.com
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Alumni teams take on soccer teams
Running for state
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Aug 23 Lady Wave Golf Nelson Co. Invite @ Woodlawn Springs Noon Lady Wave Soccer Floyd Central @ Eastern TBA
By Ben Achtabowski sports@thenewsstandard.com
WOLVERINE FOOTBALL The Hardin County Wolverines, a men’s semi-professional football team, have a month to add to their roster and are looking to Meade County to help fill it. The team plays on Saturdays through October and usually practice once (maybe twice) a week. The Wolverines are currently 8-0 and ranked fourth in the country out of all summer/fall semipro teams by www.minorleaguefootballnews.com. The Wolverines want to add to their roster because they’re pursuing their first-ever Mid Continental Football League title, as well as a bowl game in Miami. Players interested in joining the Wolverines may contact: Lineman/Player Representative Charlie Hopkins by phone at (270) 307-5069 or by e-mail at dothehop2002@yahoo.com; Wide Receiver/Director of Scheduling Shaun Boykins (270) 304-8516 or shaun. boykins@hardincountywolverines.com; Head Coach Larry Jobe (270) 723-1626 or ljobe@thenewsenterprise.com; Team President/ Co-Founder/Offensive Coordiantor/Team Chaplain/Quarterback Kendrick Johnson (270) 300-1191 or kjohnson10@insightbb. com. For more information, check the team’s Web site at www.hardincountywoverines.com. GOLF RESULTS Greenwave Invitational
Team scores: 1. Male 2. Ballard 3. Manual 4. Meade Co.
300 304 309 322
Individual Greenwave scores: Tyler Yates – 75 Braden Pace – 78 Chase Garris – 79 Scott King – 90 JD Hardesty - 91
Learning ‘Waves’ for the golf team
Lady Waves posed for top spot at state; Greenwave regroup to make a solid run in region and state By Ben Achtabowski sports@thenewsstandard.com
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ne would think the girls cross-country team has some big shoes to fill this year after finishing sixth in the state last season. However, with every runner returning, the Lady Waves are posed to make another run at the state championship. “It was the best (cross country) team in school history,” said head coach Larry Garner. “They finished sixth and nobody graduated. We’re looking for a top four or three finish in the state.” Leading the team will be freshman April Level. Last year, she finished a team-high 11th place in the state meet. This past spring, she qualified in the
THE NEWS STANDARD/BEN ACHTABOWSKI
TOP: Tiffany Brown (left) and April Level run during practice at Buttermilk Falls. Chad Medley and Austin Sheeran finish their run during practice.
3,200 meter run at state finals where she finished 13th. Shelby Jenkins returns for her junior year. In the spring, she also had a lot of success, finishing third
See RUNNING, B2
Golf is a game that can take years, sometimes a lifetime, to perfect … or just become mediocre. With new head coach Rob Miller, the Meade County High School girls golf team will try to excel beyond the realms of mediocrity in just one year. After last season, the Lady Waves had a “marginal” season, according to Miller. Luckily for them, only one player was lost to graduation, Daphne Fisher. Senior Emily Miller and junior Cynthia Smith are the returnees this year. “They really have become the leaders of the team,” Miller said. “Emily Miller has really stepped up and taken the new girls under her wing.” The team has three girls that are fairly new to the game. Junior Alexia Adams and sophomore Jesse Adams — who are sisters — recently took up the sport and are trying to hone their game. Karlea King joins the team as an inexperienced freshman. “These three girls really just started playing this year,” Miller said. “This will be a learning year for the whole team. But they all have the right attitude and really enjoy playing golf.” Due to the team’s lack of
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‘Kangaroo Meat’ is making a name for himself DAYTONA BEACH Fla. — When it comes to NASCAR, name recognition is everything. There are the Pettys, the Allisons, the Waltrips, the Wallaces and now Ambrose. Well, Ambrose isn’t exactly a household name, but Australian Marcos Ambrose is quickly making one for himself. The Launceston, Tasmania, native got a little interest when he ran up front
before breaking at Infineon Last weekend at WatRaceway earlier this year. kins Glen, N.Y., Ambrose, Two weeks ago, he dominat- who has been nicknamed ed the first NASCAR NASCAR “Kangaroo Meat” race contested in the by some of his rain under green-flag NASCAR counconditions in Monterparts, finally treal, but had his win broke through in a taken away by a penbig way. alty on pit road — he On Saturday, he entered and exited wasn’t only the pit road too quickly fastest car on the Buddy because he couldn’t track in NASCAR Shacklette Sprint Cup Series see the entrance and exit clearly due to the heavy practice, but he followed rain. that up by winning the Zip-
po 200 NASCAR Nationwide Series race. The victory came in Ambrose’s 59th career NASCAR start, which was appropriate considering Ambrose drives the No. 59 Ford of JTG-Daughety Racing in the series. The very next day, he started dead-last in 43rd in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race and by day’s end, had worked his way up to a third-place finish, the best finish for the Wood Brothers
No. 21 Ford in three years. “It’s a great weekend,” said Ambrose. “I’m going to enjoy it when I get back to Charlotte. I’ve dragged my family a long way, away from immediate friends and family down home, and it’s just a lot of commitment. When you have a weekend like this, it just validates the choices that I’ve made to come across here and have a go at it. It’s a big, bad world
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SPORTS
Friday, August 15, 2008
Cross-country teams ready for season
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Both the girls and boys cross-country teams look to be successful in the region, and in the state meet. Last year the girls team finished sixth and returns every runner this season.
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us three fighting for a regional title. Our girls are looking at a possible regional title this year. If not, definitely a regional runner-up.�
in the 800 meter run. Tiffany Brown, another A team on the rise track star, is back for her sophomore year. She qualiAt the other end of the fied for states at the 300 me- spectrum, the boys crosster hurdles and ran on the country team’s season end4x800 meter relay during ed on a bad note last year. the track season. The team failed to qualify “Shelby (Jenkins) has been anyone into the state meet running great,� Garner said. and finished in the bottom “Brown looks good, too, so half of the region. far.� “The end of the season Juniors Kim Dukes and was kind of a disappointStephanie Dukes, recently ment, I thought,� Garner joined the team and are said. “But they are looking working diligently to get good this year.� back into shape. One of the biggest con“They just started back tributions to improving the up; they are a little behind team is junior Sean Breeds. right now,� Garner said. Last season, he started on “They have to catch back up the team, but had to transwith everyone else. Cynthia fer to North Hardin. During Smith is back, too. Last year, the summer, he moved back she had a good season.� to Meade County and is The team boasts more key now back with the team he runners in juniors Chris- developed his passion for tina Lancaster and Natasha the sport. Kelch; along with, freshman “I’m glad to be back on Marley Stanfield who — as the team,� Breed said. “So an eighth-grader — finished far, coming back has been third in the state alright. There in the 200 meter have been some dash. computer prob“It’s good to lems (with the have everyone school transback,� Garner fer). But everysaid. “They are thing should be Meade County looking good. going smoothly Athletics I’m excited for in the next few Greenwave this season.� days. (When I Varsity The Lady moved) I kind Cross-country Team Waves also have of went into it some newcom- Key Players: April with an open ers who will aim Level, Shelby Jenkins, mind. It wasn’t to enhance the Tiffany Brown, Sean something I teams’ competi- Breeds, Mathew Fackwas opposed tiveness. The ler, John Stroud to, but it was new runners Key Games: Confersomething I include Katie nece meet, Oct. 30, wanted to do. It Fogle, Micaela and Regionals at St. X. was just someRay, and Devon thing I had to Nov. 8 Rowe. Rowe do.� ran track for the Season Outlook: According to varsity team last “It’s good to have Garner, Breed is everyone back. They year. one of the best “We have are looking good. I’m cross-country numerous girls excited for this season.� runners in the coming up that - Coach Garner state — when he’s in shape. will help us “My bigout,� Garner said. “Some of the junior gest goal is to get back into high kids are pretty solid shape,� Breed said. “I’m too. I think all of our girls not hoping to do anything huge. I’m just attempting are in real good shape.� The team will experience to get back to where I was. a region shift this year: It However that works out, will remain in the Louisville we’ll just have to see.� Another runner returnregion while Hardin County teams will move south to ing from a year hiatus is junior John Stroud. Last the Bowling Green region. Garner feels this altera- year, Stroud played foottion will make it easier on ball. He is one of the team’s the Lady Waves, who will top runners so far this prefight for an outright region- season. Mathew Fackler was last al title. Last year, they were year’s top finisher in the runner-ups. “The region is a whole lot region as a freshman. This easier,� he said. “Manual is year, the sophomore looks always good, Male is good to improve his region finsometimes, but really it’s just ish.
Sophomore Tyler Blair ran with the JV sqaud last year and now looks like one of the best runners on the varsity team. “He wasn’t on the varsity squad last year,� Garner said. “But he has been our best guy for the majority of the summer.� Other runners include juniors Ben Sheeran and Joseph Humphrey. Humphrey is recovering from an injury sustained during an automobile accident in the winter. “He has really bounced back and is looking really good,� Garner said. “There are probably about 12 guys that will fight for the top seven spots. Which I like — it makes them work harder in practice.� In cross-country, a team is made up of seven runners. The top five runners’ times are counted toward the team’s overall score, while the bottom two finishers’ times are dropped. The top four teams of the region qualify for the state meet, and additionally, the next best five in the region make the meet. “They have been really working hard together this year,� Garner said. “I’m hoping to see some good things from it. I don’t know if we will qualify for state as a team. But I think we can make a run at it and challenge some people. If things go well, we may have a shot.� The team also moves to a new region, which pins them against Louisville teams rather than teams from Hardin County. The new region has four crosscounty behemoths in St. Xavier, Manual, Male, and Butler. “They are good no matter what,� Garner said. “They are just always good and tough to get through. We should get three or four guys into the state. Those teams from Louisville are good and we are hovering around fifth best in the region.� Combined, the girls and boys team is 43 members strong, which always is helpful for a coach. “It makes it nice for me, because the kids give themselves competition,� Garner said. “They are going to have to fight for those top seven spots.� The team will host the conference meet on Oct. 30 at Brandenburg Telephone Company’s grass area. “We mow the grass out there and it’s a really fast track,� Garner said. “We like that it’s fast, and it should be, because it’s at the end of
the season and you want to run your best times then.� The conference meet will also be a heated event, since it will be the only time Meade County will face its Hardin County foes. “Our conference meet is going to be a really big deal for us,� Garner said. “Now that we moved out of the Hardin County region, that’s the only time we can prove ourselves to them.� The team will also run at the Lexington Horse Park, which hosts the state meet, during the Lexington Catholic Invitational and Franklin County Invitational.
C.J. Longoria, Drew Longoria, Jordan Mattingly, Brock McDaniel, Brandon McMahan, Chad Medley, Malichi Merski, Austin Sheeran, John Stroud, 2008 MCHS cross-country girls team Tiffany Brown, Kim Dukes, Stephanie Dukes, Stormy Estep, Katie Fogle, Katie Geren, Shelby Jinkins, Natasha Kelch, Christian Lancaster, April Level, Hayley Medley, Tara Monchilovich, Kaylea Neal, Makayla Pearce, Brooke Perry, Micaela Ray, Devon Rowe, Cynthia Smith, Marley Stanfield, Sarah Sutterly.
“Any time we get to race there, it’s big,� Garner said. Both teams look to make solid runs at the state tournament. Regardless of their finish, the teams have heightened their expectations and are striving to become one of the elite programs in the state. The 2008 MCHS crosscounty boys team Jordan Amburgey, Nathan Bates, Travis Beck, Tyler Blair, Zach Bowen, Sean Breeds, Gabe Buttram, Trevor Campbell, Jake Embrey, Kyle Fackler, Matthew Fackler, Ben Fuson, Joseph Humphrey, Jordan King,
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can remember. “I’ve been at race tracks since I was in diapers,” he said. “I remember when I was two- and three-yearsold playing with my bikes and racing around pretending I was one of the big boys. I would watch my brother (Michael Hardcastle) and everyone out there and I just knew I was going to race.” When Travis Hardcastle turned five, he raced for the first time — from then on, he’s been hooked. “I just loved the competition,” he said. “It’s just such a rush.” As Hardcastle grew, so did his ride. Now he’s ripping up the track with his 2008 K10 250s dirt bike. Thanks to his dad, Vince Hardcastle, Travis’ bike is kept in tip-top shape. “My dad raced when he was younger,” Travis Hardcastle said. “He works on (my bike) and keeps it up and makes sure it’s working well. He’s always been around bikes. I can’t thank my dad enough. He puts in so much work. All of my family puts in so much work.” Travis’ mother, Gale Hardcastle, little sister Jalene Hardcastle, and his father all pitch in to help Travis succeed. It has become a labor of love, which includes a lot of traveling. “My dad works all week then comes home and we have to leave to Georgia for a race,” Travis Hardcastle said. “We don’t get back until late Sunday night, then he has to turn around and work all week. He really sacrifices a lot for us. “In the end, it makes it all worth it. You compete, you train and your family helps every step of the way. Then when you cross that finish line first, it’s the best feeling and you get to share it with your family.” To be as good as Travis Hardcastle requires tremendous amounts of work and
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in turn, the Hardcastle family has traveled to places like Georgia, Indiana and Michigan, and historic tracks such as Muddy Creek, Tenn. and Lorretta Lynn’s Ranch, Tenn. “We travel all over the country,” Travis Hardcastle said. “It’s an all-year thing. The busiest time of the year is spring to fall. During the winter, it slows down. “It’s neat to travel and meet people from California and even Germany. Then you get to meet guys you see in magazines, the best riders in the world, and it’s just awesome to see them and talk to them.” Back at home in Meade County, the racing may be year-round, but that doesn’t stop Hardcastle from his schoolwork. He just entered his junior year at Meade County High School. “School comes first,” he said. “You have to get a good education.” His plans after high school still incorporate dirt bike racing. “I would like to try pro racing,” Travis said. “If not, I can race around here. You can make some good money, even in the local events. I would like to work at a dirt bike shop and eventually open up my own shop. There, I could have a track and have races and stuff. That would be a dream. “I want to stay in Meade County. I was born and raised here and I love it here. Where we live now, we have 15 acres — heck, I would like to stay here for the rest of my life. There’s also so much land around here that would be great for a shop and track I could open.” Travis Hardcastle continues to work hard in both school and on the racetrack. With all of his accomplishments so far, he feels he has a good shot at making it far in motocross. Maybe one day The News Standard will be doing a business profile on Travis Hardcastle’s — the world-famous dirt bike racer — new dirt bike shop in Meade County.
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CLOCKWISE: (From top left) Keston Gagel rips up the track on Sunday. Levi Camp catches some air. Cole Durham anxiously awaits his first race on Sunday at the Meade County Fairgrounds. Zachary Cheek, Kanaan Stephanson and Alex Edelen pose for the camera after they finish first, second and third, respectively. Racers prepare to begin the race at the starting gate on Sunday. Codi Camp pushes the limit on one of the jumps.
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CLOCKWISE: (from top) The Lady Waves pose with the alumni team. Mike West kicks a penalty kick. Assistant coach David Craycroft battles with Zack Brown during the Greenwave alumni game. Rebecca Hail controls the ball during the alumni game.
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that’s always an interesting matchup, regardless of the sport. Other big matches include Spencer County and the Nelson County Invitational. Because it’s Miller ’s first year as a head coach, he doesn’t have expectations for the region matches. He does know that Central Hardin and John Hardin always field solid teams. “I hope we have a good year,” Miller said. “These girls really want to learn the game of golf. I’m sure they’ll learn a lot this year.”
ting, is something the girls are really inexperienced with,” Miller said. “But that experience will come From page B1 with playing matches. We are going to work hard at experience, Miller ’s big improving the short game goal is for scores to im- all season long.” In the early prove part of the seathroughout son, the Lady the season. Waves have “Of course meshed well we want together, Miller to compete said. He added to win,” he Meade County that the team said. “They Lady Wave gets along and just need Varsity has already to improve Golf Team started to learn their scores from each othand enjoy Key Players: Emer. themselves. ily Miller and Cynthia “It’s nice to At this level Smith. sit back and of competi- Key Games: Breckinwatch the tion, they ridge County Aug. 21 girls help each just need other,” Miller to learn the and Sept. 26, Spencer said. “They game, which Co. Aug. 18, and Nelare just a great can turn into son County Invitationgroup of girls a life-long al Aug 23. and really passion.” Season Outlook: enjoyable to Like many “These three girls rehigh school ally just started playing work with.” One of thegolf teams, this year. This will be most anticipatthe Lady a learning year for the ed matches this Waves need year will be to improve whole team. But they against crosstheir short all have the right attitude and really enjoy county rival game. playing golf.” Breckinridge. “Chipsays ping, put- Coach Miller Miller
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Name From page B1 out here in NASCAR world, and I’m just pleased that I’m able to have a weekend like this to remember. When it’s all said and done, I’ll be able to go home back to Tasmania and tell them how good I was at Watkins Glen on one year.” With only two NASCAR Sprint Cup starts under his belt, Ambrose drew the last starting position, because qualifying was rained out and the field was set based on the NASCAR rulebook. The Woods have put numerous drivers in their car all season in an effort to make races, including former champion Bill Elliott, but it took an Aussie from down under to give them their highlight of the 2008 season. “I’ll tell you what, he could be the very best road-course driver I’ve
ever seen,” said crew chief David Hyder. “It all worked out. We came out third, so I’m happy and tickled to death. You know, I kept watching his lap times and they didn’t fall off in a long run like a lot of the cars did. “He stayed consistent and kept the car under him all day, and we looked at the tires there the first stop, at that point in time I figured it was going to be a pretty good day if everything fell our way from there on out.” Ambrose came to the United States to compete for the first time three years ago when he ran in 22 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series races, scored a pole at Kentucky, two top-5 finishes and four top-10 runs, while placing 21st in the season-ending points standings. Ambrose finished eighth in the final Busch Series standings last season, and this year, he sits 10th in the points standings with five top-five finishes.
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FRANKFORT — Nothing humbles a hunter like dove season. Your shotgun’s barrel grows hot as shell after shell falls to the ground. Empty boxes stack up along with empty hulls. Alas, far fewer doves meet this fate. At the end of the day, even an experienced hunter may not bag a limit. “Doves are harder than clay targets to hit because you have varying angles and they can change di-
rections and speeds,” said Major David Casey, assistant director of law enforcement for the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources. “Most people don’t lead them enough.” If you’d like to improve your chances in the field this year, now is the time to start practicing. Skeet and sporting clays provide good practice for dove shooting. But an inexpensive trap thrower and a friend are all you really need to hone your skills. “Anything that lets you
practice high, fast-flying overhead targets would be good,” said Casey. “You can set up a portable trap on a high bank and let somebody throw the targets high over your head.” On the skeet and sporting clays ranges, change up the rules to provide more challenging practice. Call for targets with your gun held low rather than pre-mounted. Ask a friend to delay the target release so you don’t know when the bird will be launched. “If you miss the first two birds, add three feet
to your lead,” Casey recommended. “Don’t shoot where the bird is – shoot where it’s going to be. The vast majority of the time when people miss, they’re shooting behind.” The speed of the shells you choose can affect your success. Select a higher velocity shell, usually with No. 7 1/2 or 8 size shot. The faster shot will reduce the distance necessary to lead your target, eliminating some guess work and likely putting more birds in your bag. “You’ll shoot better with a faster shell because you’re not shooting behind the bird,” said Casey. “But you can fix that by leading them. Better shells aren’t that big of a deal.” Lastly, make sure your gun fits. A quick jump-shot on a dove is a lot harder to make if you’re struggling to get your gun in position. Check your gun’s stock length and make sure it is neither too long nor too short. For a quick stock-length check to get you close, bend your arm into a right angle and place your stock sideways in the crook of your elbow. With the stock lying along the inside of your forearm, extend your index finger and line it up with the trigger. The trigger should hit right at the first joint of your finger.
If this joint extends beyond the trigger, you may need a longer stock. If it falls short, you may need a shorter stock. Minor stock-length problems can be fixed with a thinner or thicker butt pad, but you may need to take your gun to a gunsmith for major fixes. Also check the stock height to make sure your eye sees straight down the barrel when you shoulder the gun. You should see nothing but the gun’s sight bead when you look down the barrel. If you can’t see the sight bead with your cheek seated firmly on the stock, the comb, or top of the stock, may be too low. You can build the comb up inexpensively, using layers of closed-cell foam and two-sided tape. With a better gun fit and some good old-fashioned practice, solid hits on those speedy and elusive opening-day targets will more likely be the norm than the exception. Kentucky’s dove season traditionally opens September 1. Be sure to check the 2008 Kentucky Dove Hunting Guide, available in mid-August, for confirmed season dates. The guide will be available wherever hunting licenses are sold and on the department’s Web site at www. fw.ky.gov.
Anglers get big hauls on Saturday and Tuesday Staff Report The News Standard Brandenburg Huntin’ and Fishin’ held an eighthour fishing tournament last Saturday. The tournament had a total of 14 boats
participate and all but one boat had fish to weigh in. There was $810 in payouts for the tournament. Here are the tournament’s results: 1st Eric Snow and Barry
Ward, 4.40lbs and $392.00 2nd Trent Decker 4.18lbs., $168.00 Big Bass Trent Decker 3.06lbs., $140.00 Big Trash Fish Rusty Heibert and Jake Heibert 3.71lbs., $110.00
RIGHT: Mike Knott and Derrich Hardesty claim the big bass with a small mouth bass weighing in at 2.71 pounds. They won $45 on Tuesday.
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BELOW: Kelly Lindsey and Kevin Waters claims the $126 overall weight pot with their haul of three bass weighing in at 4.89 pounds on Tuesday.
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Staff Report The News Standard The summer’s last Tuesday night fishing tournament saw many fishermen bring in some solid catch-
es. Here are the results from the final tourney of the season: Kelly Lindsey and Kevin Waters, 4.89 lbs. weight, 1.89 lbs. big bass, $126 Melissa Pickett and Mike
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By Samantha Weaver •Depending on your occupation, you may or may not be surprised by the following tidbit of information: According to a recent study, 33 percent of people who use BlackBerry wireless handheld devices show signs of addiction that are similar to those shown by alcoholics. •In the Central Asian country of Mongolia, there are 15 livestock animals for every human inhabitant. •If you're intimidated by the ins and outs of the computer world, here's a sobering thought: Moore's Law states that computer technology tends to double in complexity every 18-24 months. •Giraffes are native to Africa, not North America, and the difference in climate can cause problems for these warmweather animals living in zoos in chillier climates. The Oakland Zoo, located just outside San Francisco, has come up with a novel idea to help combat the cold. Since (for obvious reasons) strapping a blanket on a giraffe would be rather ineffectual, it had a tailor create a custom-fitted winter coat for Tiki, one of the tallest residents. •The airline industry isn't in great shape these days, due at least partly to the high cost of fuel. In an attempt to cut fuel costs, an airline in China is asking its passengers to use the restroom at the airport before boarding the plane. It seems that every flush at altitude uses enough fuel to run a car for 6 miles. •Thought for the Day: "Computers are incredibly fast, accurate and stupid. Human beings are incredibly slow, inaccurate and brilliant. Together they are powerful beyond imagination." -Albert Einstein
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ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Impatience with those who don't keep up with you can cause resistance, which, in turn, can lead to more delays. Best to be helpful and supportive if you want results.
TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) A surprise announcement from a colleague could put you on the defensive. Gather your facts and respond. You'll soon find the situation shifting in your favor.
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PISCES (February 19 to March 20) You might still need to cut some lingering ties to a situation that no longer has the appeal it once held. In the meantime, you can start to explore other opportunities.
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Transportation Cabinet wants students’ ideas Annual ‘Adopt-aHighway’ poster contest deadline is Sept. 30 Submitted by the Kentukcy Transportation Cabinet
FRANKFORT, Ky. — Each year the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet hosts a contest to allow students from across the commonwealth to submit their creative works for use in the annual ”AdoptA-Highway” calendar. Exposure to the contest and to the “Adopt-AHighway” Program pro-
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“With your child’s help, a change in attitudes could result in a pleasing change of scenery. We encourage all students to participate in this worthy contest,” Prather said. Parents, teachers and family members are asked to encourage children to participate in the contest. To obtain an entry form with the necessary certificate of authenticity, please contact the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, Office of Public Affairs, or access the entry form at http://adopt-a-highway. ky.gov/, then click on “poster contest.” Entries must be postmarked by Sept. 30, 2008.
Former Greenwave’s film up to win $100,000 Submitted Article Mary Slinger, a 2007 Meade County High School graduate, recently advanced to the final judging of a film contest that could earn her $100,000. Slinger is part of Eric Night Films, a small group of film students who attend Watkins College of Art and Design and Film School in Nashville. The group was started in May 2008, and it produces a short film every week and posts it on their Web site, www.ericnightfilms.com, and on their YouTube channel, www. youtube.com/ericnightfilms. Since all members of Eric Night Films are college students, they enter into video contests to try to earn extra money. The group recently entered into the Klondike “What Would You Do for a Klondike Bar” commercial contest, and has made it into the final four videos with a chance to win $100,000. But it’s up the public to vote for which video it likes best. Eric Night Films encourages everyone to watch their short,
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commercial-length video. Go to www.klondikecontest.com, register, and then rate the four final videos. Individuals can vote once a day until Sunday, Aug. 31.
Kentucky Fair Motocross Series race results
The Kentucky Fair Motocross Series race was held Saturday, Aug. 9 at the Meade County Fairgrounds dirt bike track. Racers of all ages competed in various divisions. Here are results from the race: Quad C 1- Spencer Lynn 2- Davin Anderson 3- Jason Frank Quad Money DNS- P.J. Nevitt Quad B 1- Ethan Straney 2- Casey Hardesty Quad 7-10 1- Skyler Wetzel 2- Natalie Emery 2-Stroke Blaster 1- Ryan Bement School Boy 12-15 1- Taylor Sweeney 2- Alex Williams 3- Andrew Vuleta 4- Devin Day DNS- Zach Hughes 30 + Open 1- Chad Schaulow 2- Jason Osbourne 3- Paul Aniceto 4- Eric Wilson 5- Cameron Ford 6- Charlie Hall 7- Chris Skrine 8- Barry Raymond 250 C 1- David Mings 2- Austin Wethington 3- Zach Whelan 4- Nick Morris 5- Zach Sparrow 50cc 4-6 1- Abigail Wilmoth 2- Cole Tabor 3- Amy Nott 4- Blake Schulter 5- Carter Skrine 6- Davis Wyman 7- Tyler Ford 8- Cameron Hethcox 9- Sean Johnson 50cc 7-8 1- Matthew Vuleta 2- Dawson Gagel 3- Cherish Casey Quad 4-6 1- Zachary Cheek
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SPMS football club comes out banging at start of season The Stuart Pepper Middle School Traveling Squad Football Team socked it to the J.T. Alton Trojans, from Vine Grove, during the Greenwave’s first game of the season. Held Tuesday evening at the SPMS football field, the ‘Wave dominated the game on both sides of the ball, earning a 38-0 win over the competition. The middle school team is lead by head coach Gery Whelan and assistant coaches Tommy Garretson, Bob Davis and J.R. Drummond. The team plays again on Saturday at the East Hardin Jamboree in Taylor County, beginning at noon.
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CLOCKWISE: John Clark pulls down an interception that he and teammate Trey Hammock both attempted to snag. Eighth-grade defensive end Zach Kullman stands up an Alton player at the line. Eighth-grader Zach Bogard breaks inside the five-yard line. Brandon Kennedy, an eighth-grader, catches a long pass before running for 15 yards.
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Babb, Ryan Burchett, Logan Bogard, Zach Bruner, Derrick Caro, Kippy Chilcote, Brody Clark, Drew Clark, John Clifford, Erik Cross, Tilden Deckard, Zach Duncan, Devonte Dix, Tanner Embrey, Joby Fox, Andrew Gallagher, Ryan Garris, Bryce Graham, Sean Hammock, Trey Hannah, Andre Hendley, Devin Hunter, Austin Hunter, Ross Jenkis, Travis Kelly, Tylor Kenealy, Evan Kennedy, Brandon Kullmn, Zach Mielke, Alec Neal, Tyler Pile, Seth Price, Cameron Puffinberger, Draven Shacklett, Jonah Simpson. Derrick Simpson, Robbie Sonner, Brad Thomas, Justin Williams, Connor Wilson, Jacob Wilson, Luke Wilson, Zeb Wright, Ethan
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MEADE COUNTY What: Youth Football Sign-ups When: Saturday, August 9th and Saturday, August 16th Time: 9:00 to Noon Where: Meade County High School lobby Who: Flag Football for 2nd-4th graders Tackle Football for 4th-6th graders Cost: Flag is $30 for the first $ 20 each additional Tackle is $40 for the first $ 30 each additional
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Parents are advised that data contained in the records may later be needed for Social Security benefits or other purposes. The Meade County School District may retain, for an indefinite period of time, a record of the student’s name, address, telephone number, grades, attendance records, classes attended, grade level completed, and year completed. Children eligible for Special Education include those children with disabilities who have autism, deaf-blindness, developmental delay, emotional-behavior disability, hearing impairment, mental disability, multiple disabilities, orthopedic impairment, other health impairment, specific learning disability, speech or language impairment, traumatic brain injury, or visual impairment and who because of such an impairment need Special Education services. Children eligible for 504 services include those children who have a current physical or mental impairment that currently substantially limits some major life activity, which causes the student’s ability to access the school environment or school activities to be substantially limited. The Meade County School District has an ongoing “Child Find” system, which is designed to locate, identify and evaluate any child residing in a home, facility, or residence within its geographical boundaries, age three (3) to twenty-one (21) years, who may have a disability and be in need of Special Education or 504 services. This includes children who are not in school; those who are in public, private, or home school; those who are highly mobile such as children who are migrant or homeless; and those who are advancing from grade to grade, who may need but are not receiving Special Education or 504 services. The Meade County School District will make sure any child enrolled in its district who qualifies for Special Education or 504 services, regardless of how severe the disability, is provided appropriate Special Education or 504 services at no cost to the parents of the child. Parents, relatives, public and private agency employees, and concerned citizens are urged to help the Meade County School District find any child who may have a disability and need Special Education or 504 services. The District needs to know the name and age, or date of birth of the child; the name, address, and phone number(s) of the parents or guardian; the possible disability; and other information to determine if Special Education or 504 services are needed. Letters and phone calls are some of the ways the Meade County School District collects the information needed. The information the School District collects will be used to contact the parents of the child and find out if the child needs to be evaluated or referred for Special Education or 504 services. If you know of a child who lives within the boundaries of the Meade County School District, who may have a disability, and may need but is not receiving Special Education or 504 services, please call 270-422-7500 or send the information to: Director of Special Education, Meade County Schools, PO Box 337, Brandenburg, KY 40108 Section 504 Coordinator, Meade County Schools, PO Box 337, Brandenburg, KY 40108 270-422-7500 “Child Find” activities will continue throughout the school year. As part of these efforts the Meade County School District will use screening information, student records, and basic assessment information it collects on all children in the District to help locate those children who have a disability and need Special Education or 504 services. Any information the District collects through “Child Find” is maintained confidentially. Written Policies and Procedures have been developed which describe the District’s requirements regarding the confidentiality of personally identifiable information and “Child Find” activities. There are copies in the Principal’s office of each school, and in the Board of Education office. Copies of these Policies and Procedures may be obtained by contacting: Director of Special Education, Meade County Schools, PO Box 337, Brandenburg, KY 40108 270-422-7500 The District office is open Monday through Friday, from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The Meade County School District provides a public notice in the native language or other mode of communication of the various populations in the geographical boundaries of the District to the extent feasible. If you know of someone who may need this notice translated to another language, given orally, or delivered in some other manner or mode of communication, please contact the Director of Pupil Personnel, the Director of Special Education or the Section 504 Coordinator at the address or phone number listed above for the Meade County Schools.
Directory Information The Superintendent or the Superintendent’s designee is authorized to release Board approved directory information. Approved directory information shall be: student names and addresses, telephone numbers, date and place of birth, major field of study, participation in officially recognized activities and sports, photograph/picture, grade level, weight and height of members of athletic teams, dates of attendance, degrees and awards received, and most recent educational institution attended by student. Any eligible student, parent, or guardian who does not wish to have directory information released shall notify the Superintendent in writing within 30 days after receiving notification of FERPA rights.
Notification of FERPA Rights The Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) affords parents and “eligible students” (students over 18 years of age or students who are attending a postsecondary institution) certain rights with respect to the student’s education records. They are: 1) The right to inspect and review the student’s education records within forty-five (45) days of the day the District receives a request for access. Parents or eligible students should submit to the school Principal/designee a written request that identifies the record(s) they wish to inspect. The Principal will make arrangements for access and notify the parent or eligible student of the time and place where the record(s) may be inspected. 2) The right to request the amendment of the student’s education records that the parent or eligible student believes are inaccurate, misleading, or in violation of the student’s privacy or other rights. Parents or eligible students may ask the District to amend a record that they believe is inaccurate, misleading, or in violation of privacy or other rights. They should write the school Principal, clearly identify the part of the record they want changed, and specify why it is inaccurate, misleading, or in violation of their privacy or other rights. If the District decides not to amend the record as requested by the parent or eligible student, the District will notify the parent or eligible student of the decision and advise him\her of the right to a hearing regarding the request for amendment. Additional information regarding the hearing procedures will be provided to the parent or eligible student when notified of the right to a hearing. 3) The right to consent to disclosures of personally identifiable information contained in the student’s education records, except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent. One exception that permits disclosure without consent is disclosure to school officials with legitimate educational interests. A “school official” is a person employed by the District as an administrator, supervisor, instructor, or support staff member (including health or medical staff and law enforcement unit personnel); a person serving on the school Board; a person or company with whom the District has contracted to perform a special task (such as an attorney, auditor, medical consultant, or therapist); or a parent or student serving on an official committee, such as a disciplinary or grievance committee, or assisting another school official in performing his/her tasks. A school official has a legitimate educational interest if the official needs to review an education record in order to fulfill his/ her professional responsibility. Upon request, the District shall disclose education records without consent to officials of another School District in which a student seeks or intends to enroll or to other entities authorized by law. 4) The right to prohibit the disclosure of personally identifiable information concerning the student to recruiting representatives of the U.S. Armed Forces and its service academies, the Kentucky Air National Guard, and the Kentucky Army National Guard. Unless the parent or eligible student requests in writing that the District not release information, the student’s name, address, and telephone number (if listed) shall be released to Armed Forces recruiters upon their request. 5) The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education concerning alleged failures by the District to comply with the requirements of FERPA. The name and address of the Office that administers FERPA is: Family Policy Compliance Office, U.S. Department of Education 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20202-4605