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Students voice opinions about candidates on the air By Laura Saylor editor@thenewsstandard.com

Meade County High School seniors Clay Mills, left, and Dustin Bishop discuss the presidential candidates on WMMG (93.5 FM) Thursday morning.

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During a presidential election that teeters in the hands of America’s youth, and with so many key issues affecting the future of the country, young voters play a crucial role in selecting America’s next president on Tuesday. Meade County High School and WMMG radio (93.5 FM) chose to spotlight the views of America’s

young voters by organizing a casual debate on Thursday during EdgeWise — WMMG’s hour-long morning show that runs from 11 a.m. to noon. Meade County High School seniors Clay Mills and Dustin Bishop were selected by Jason Scott, a U.S. history teacher at the high school, and other teachers to discuss both parties’ platforms on the air. Clay supported the Republican John McCain-Sarah Palin

Klan pretrial held, trial starts Nov. 12

ticket, while Bishop supported the Democratic Barack ObamaJoe Biden candidacy. WMMG’s Steve Robbins hosted the talk show, asking each student for his perspective on important issues. “Being able to afford college is a big concern,” Clay said. “(McCain’s) plan is to fix student lending programs so when the government uses the money it

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Aghast with ghosts

Staff Report The News Standard A pretrial regarding a lawsuit against the Imperial Klans of America (IKA) — the nation’s second largest Ku Klux Klan group — was held Oct. 23 at the Meade County Courthouse. The pre-trial was held as a formality to prepare for the actual trial which is scheduled to begin Nov. 12 at the courthouse. The lawsuit against the IKA has been filed by the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC), a firm based out of Montgomery, Ala. This is the second lawsuit the SPLC has filed regarding an incident that occurred at the 2006 Meade County Fair. The first lawsuit was against two former IKA members, 28-year-old Jarred Hensley and 24-year-old Andrew Watkins, for the brutal attack of a then-16-year-old Meade

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Child obesity rates continue dangerous climb Sleep apnea, cardiovascular disease plague obese kids

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ABOVE: Jailhouse Pizza managers Will Dobbs and Heather Weideman have heard and seen some strange things while working at the local restaurant. RIGHT: An original noose hangs eerily inside the jail-turned-eatery.

Jailhouse Pizza may be serving ‘spirits’ “The first time Bigsby pulled my hair, I was in the kitchen and I thought one of the (employees) did it ... and I turned around and no one was there.” —Heather Weideman, manager By Crystal Benham crystal@thenewsstandard.com

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A National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) stated that in 2004, 34 percent of American children were overweight and 17 percent were obese. The survey also estimated obesity rates were expected to rise to 20 percent. Obesity rates in children ages two to five have increased over 6 percent in the last decade, and are continuing to rise in children of all ages, according to a report released by the Center of Disease Control (CDC) in 2004. These rates are the highest the United States has ever seen, and can lead to

he tradition of Halloween is not for everyone, but for those who enjoy a good Halloween scare, Jailhouse Pizza is the place to find a true, raise-the-hair-on-your-arms scare because according to managers Will Dobbs and Heather Weideman, customers and tourists are not the only visitors the employees encounter on a daily basis. “’Bigsby,’ is the mischievous (ghost),” Dobbs said. “He was a town drunk in the late 1800s. He likes to pull the girls’ hair. We’re pretty sure he is the one that sets the security alarms off.” Dobbs told the story of the first time Bigsby was suspected of setting off the security alarms. “We came into the kitchen and there were sandwich rolls slung all over the place,” he said. “And nobody else was there.” “The first time Bigsby pulled my hair, I was in the kitchen and I thought one of the (employees) did it,” Weideman said. “And I turned around and no one

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‘Muldraughpolis’ puts kids to work, teaches life skills Jacob Schwartz, far back, teller Christopher Wray and customer Cameron Hicks “cash checks” at the Muldraughpolis First Federal Savings Bank on Tuesday.

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Move over Mayor Tate — Muldraugh has a new mayor in town, and this 4 1/2’ tall sixth grader means business. Muldraughpolis Mayor Scotty Anderson is serving his second term this year while finishing the sixth grade. He plans to cut down running in the halls, bring in a new karaoke machine and possibly open a new sports center in the gymnasium.

Muldraughpolis is a mock town of the city and has been successfully running at Muldraugh Elementary School for the past 10 years, according to Marcia Gable, one of the program’s coordinators. The city is open on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 2:10 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. and provides third, fourth, fifth, and sixth grade students with various jobs. “The students start their day at Muldraughpolis by cashing in their (paychecks) at First Federal Bank,” said Tim Vessels, a coordi-

nator of Muldraughpolis. “If they choose to, they put their money into their savings accounts.” Once the students cash their paychecks and receive fake, laminated, green paper money, they must pay city taxes and rental taxes before spending their money at the “Pirates’ Cove Food Court” or the “Treasure Island Mall.” Students receive their mock pay check on Tuesdays for their various jobs as servers at Pizza Hut

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NEWS Election 2008: Know your candidates

Friday, October 31, 2008

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Sen. John McCain (R—Arizona) Presidential nominee

Sen. Barack Obama Sen. Mitch McConnell (R—Kentucky) (D—Illinois) Presidential nominee

Bruce Lunsford (D—Kentucky)

S. Brett Guthrie (R—Kentucky)

David Boswell (D—Kentucky)

U.S. Senate candidate

U.S. Congress candidate

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Age: 72 Born: Coco Solo Naval Air Station, Panama Family: Married, seven children Resides: Phoenix, Ariz. Religion: Baptist Profession: Naval aviator

Age: 47 Born: Honolulu, Hawaii Family: Married, two children Resides: Chicago, Ill. Religion: Christian Profession: Attorney

Age: 66 Born: Tuscumbia, Ala. Family: Married, three children Resides: Louisville, Ky. Religion: Baptist Profession: Lawyer

Age: 60 Born: Kenton Co., Ky. Family: Unmarried, three children Resides: Bowling Green, Ky. Religion: Protestant Profession: Lawyer, business owner

Age: 44 Born: Florence, Ala. Family: Married, three children Resides: Bowling Green, Ky. Religion: Church of Christ Profession: Army, business owner

Age: 58 Born: Henderson, Ky. Family: Married, two children Resides: Owensboro, Ky. Religion: Catholic Profession: Businessman

Economy

John McCain’s policies will increase the value of the dollar and thus reduce the price of oil. In recent years, the declining value of the dollar has added to the cost of imported oil. This will change. Americans will have a stronger economy, a stronger dollar and greater purchasing power for oil, gas and food.

Barack Obama ... will enact a windfall profits tax on excessive oil company profits to give American families an immediate $1,000 emergency energy rebate to help families pay rising bills.

“I came to the Senate floor and put down a firm marker: if Congress was going to help companies that got us into this mess, then executives at these companies would play by our rules. I also said that the government wouldn’t be allowed to use this plan as an excuse to fund new programs. No golden parachutes. Limits on executive pay. And no favors for special interests.”

“We need to crack down on unfair lending practices and bring transparency to all mortgage transactions. I plan to help mortgage borrowers in tough situations by helping them find ways to restructure their loans and avoid foreclosure. We also have a responsibility to help American workers and small businesses survive during this difficult time. What’s good for Wall Street should be good for Main Street.”

Brett Guthrie strongly believes that we must decrease our dependence on foreign oil. He believes that we must expand our domestic oil production by approving environmentally safe drilling in ANWR and around our nation’s coastlines, and increase our refining capacity.

I have no greater priority than bringing good paying jobs to the men and women of Kentucky’s 2nd district. I strongly oppose any effort like NAFTA that sends work to Mexico and China instead of keeping it right here in Kentucky. I believe that we should investigate the deregulation that led to our current fiscal crisis so we can avoid these serious lapses of judgment in the future.

Education John McCain believes parents should be empowered with school choice to send their children to the school that can best educate them just as many members of Congress do with their own children.

Taxes

Education The Obama-Biden comprehensive “Zero to Five” plan will provide critical support to young children and their parents; ...places key emphasis at early care and education for infants, which is essential for children to be ready to enter kindergarten.

Taxes

Entrepreneurs should not be taxed into submission. John McCain will keep the top tax rate at 35 percent, maintain the 15 percent rates on dividends and capital gains, and phase-out the Alternative Minimum Tax; A lower corporate tax rate is essential to keeping good jobs in the United States.

Obama’s Comprehensive Tax Policy Plan for America will cut taxes for 95 percent of workers and their families with a tax cut of $500 for workers or $1,000 for working couples; and provide generous tax cuts for low- and middle-income seniors, homeowners, the uninsured...

Health care

John McCain will look to bring greater affordability and competition to our drug markets through safe re-importation of drugs and faster introduction of generic drugs; an important part of his plan is to use competition to improve the quality of health insurance with greater variety to match people’s needs, lower prices, and promote portability. Families should be able to purchase health insurance nationwide, across state lines.

Require insurance companies to cover preexisting conditions so all Americans regardless of their health status or history can get comprehensive benefits at fair and stable premiums; lower drug costs by allowing the importation of safe medicines from other developed countries ... taking on drug companies that block cheaper generic medicines from the market.

Iraq It would be a grave mistake to leave before Al Qaeda in Iraq is defeated and before a competent, trained, and capable Iraqi security force is in place and operating effectively; the best way to secure long-term peace and security is to establish a stable, prosperous, and democratic state in Iraq that poses no threat to its neighbors and contributes to the defeat of terrorists.

Energy “In recent days I have set before the American people an energy plan, the Lexington Project — named for the town where Americans asserted their independence once before. And let it begin today with this commitment: In a world of hostile and unstable suppliers of oil, this nation will achieve strategic independence by 2025.” Source: www.johnmccain. com

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Iraq Immediately upon taking office, Obama will give his Secretary of Defense and military commanders a new mission in Iraq: ending the war. The removal of our troops will be responsible and phased, directed by military commanders on the ground and done in consultation with the Iraqi government. Military experts believe we can safely redeploy combat brigades from Iraq... (by) the summer of 2010.

Energy Put one million Plug-In Hybrid cars — cars that can get up to 150 miles per gallon — on the road by 2015, cars that we will work to make sure are built here in America; ensure 10 percent of our electricity comes from renewable sources by 2012, and 25 percent by 2025. Source: www.barackobama. com

Education I understand that a college education is critical and that’s why I am working to make it more affordable for Kentucky’s students. I worked with Democrats and Republicans to pass the SAVE Act – which is helping thousands of Kentucky families save tax free for college.

Taxes

“(A recent tax relief legislation) blocks the Alternative Minimum Tax from hitting about 20 million middle class American families — including 137,000 in Kentucky — from an average tax hike of $2,000, and doesn’t raise taxes to do it.”

Health care “Allowing Americans the same benefits that large companies get when paying their health care costs just makes sense. By correcting this inequity, government can provide the tools necessary for individuals to buy affordable, quality health insurance for their families — and then get out of the way and let them make their own choices.”

Iraq I believe that our policies in Iraq should be based upon the advice of our military commanders who are on the ground about how best to best establish Iraq as a viable, stable, and secure ally in the War on Terror. I do not believe in arbitrary withdrawal deadlines set by Washington politics or reckless attempts to cut off funding for our troops in the field.

Energy “For the last several months, Americans have been demanding Congress act to lower high prices at the pump and develop new domestic sources of energy — particularly by opening up the Outer Continental Shelf to drilling and allowing access to our vast western oil reserves ... lifting the ban on these American energy sources will reduce our dependency on Middle East oil and increase America’s energy independence.” Source: www.mcconnell. senate.gov

Education “The so-called ‘No Child Left Behind’ education law (or NCLB), which has now been in effect for seven years, suffers from flaws, false assumptions, unintended consequences, and botched implementation. Test results alone cannot tell us what we need to know about school performance ... It is time for a fundamental overhaul of NCLB.”

Taxes

“I support letting the Bush tax cuts for the top income brackets expire and replacing them with targeted tax cuts to help the working and middle classes. I also support tax cuts that will encourage companies to create more jobs here in Kentucky. We must do everything we can to jump-start our economy and develop jobs.”

Health care “It is completely unacceptable that here in the United States 47 million Americans, including 9 million children and 500,000 Kentuckians, have no health insurance. We owe it to ourselves and future generations to ensure that all Americans have access to affordable, quality health care. If other nations can do it, so can we.”

Iraq “We must give the Iraqi government the very clear message that maintaining law and order is its responsibility and we must help the government work toward this goal as we carefully and responsibly redeploy our troops to protect ourselves from direct threats to our country.”

Energy “We must be a leader in innovation. To do so, I believe we must make substantial investments in new research and development, focusing on the development of alternative energy technologies that will provide highpaying jobs and reduce our dependence on foreign oil.” Source: com

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Muldraugh Muldraugh Elementary 206 Wendell Street, Muldraugh

Grahamton Flaherty Elementary 2615 Flaherty Rd., Ekron

Wolf Creek-Concordia Payneville Elementary 520 Rhodelia Rd., Payneville

Ashcraft/Weldon-Doe Run Stuart Pepper Middle 1085 Old Ekron Rd., Brandenburg

Ekron/Buck Grove/Guston Ekron Elementary 2500 Haysville Rd., Ekron

Battletown Battletown Elementary 8585 Battletown Rd., Battletown

Woodland Flaherty Elementary 2615 Flaherty Rd., Ekron

Rock-Haven-DV Stuart Pepper Middle 1085 Old Ekron Rd., Brandenburg

Payneville Payneville Elementary 520 Rhodelia Rd., Payneville

Brandenburg East/West Meade County High 938 Old State Rd., Brandenburg

Garrett/Flaherty/Otter Creek Flaherty Elementary 2615 Flaherty Rd., Ekron

Sirocco-Midway Meade County High 938 Old State Rd., Brandenburg

Education “This election is about the future of our children. Will our schools provide the education they need to compete in a world economy? Will they spend their lives paying debts incurred because of my generation’s reckless overspending? Will they inherit a world where global terrorism is defeated, or a world where terrorism reigns because we did not have the courage to do all that is necessary to protect our way of life?

Taxes

Guthrie will fight for lower taxes, especially on working families. He strongly supports making permanent the tax cuts passed in the aftermath of 9-11. He will fight against burdensome government regulation and taxation that serve as a wetblanket on America’s small business owners. Brett believes we must run the federal government like the family budget — don’t spend what you don’t have.

Health care Brett Guthrie believes we need more competition in the health insurance market to help lower costs. He strongly opposes a federal government takeover of health care, something proposed by some people in Washington D.C. Brett also supports lawsuit reform to keep trial lawyers from driving up the cost of health care, and he supports reforms to give consumers more choices.

Iraq Brett Guthrie would rather General Patraeus and other commanders in the field make tactical decisions instead of liberal politicians in Washington D.C. who serve as armchair generals that threaten to pull funding for our men and women in uniform.

Energy Brett also supports investing in new technologies to take advantage of Kentucky’s abundant coal reserves as an important energy source. Source: www.guthrieforcongress.com

Education No Child Left Behind is an unfunded mandate that has proven to be disastrous to our schools. We need a smarter education policy that no longer assumes that every child and school are the same and should be tested as such.

Taxes

We should cut taxes for the middle class to ease the pressures on our working families. I also believe that we should eliminate the capitol gains tax in order to spur business development and thus job growth across the country.

Health care

We need to create a private/public partnership that will help the 46 million Americans without health care to find coverage, with special attention given to insuring our children. This nation needs a smart health care policy that looks out for the health of citizens as well as the finances of the country...

Iraq

I believe that we have accomplished all that we reasonably can be asked to do in Iraq, and it is time to withdraw American forces. The war has proven unacceptably costly in both military casualties and economic expenditures. All domestic federal spending, be it law enforcement, infrastructure, education, health care or border security, will suffer so long as this war continues.”

Energy

While I believe in a limited expansion of drilling here at home and in the exploration of our oil shale fields, we are a resourceful, creative nation and should think more broadly. I support a comprehensive bio-fuels program which, in tandem with offshore drilling, renewable sources, clean coal technologies, and an exploration of safe, clean nuclear power, will help alleviate the nation’s energy crisis and also make Kentucky a player in the field of energy production. Source: www.kentuckiansforboswell.com

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‘Vote, or don’t complain’

That simple statement is spoken more and more as election time nears: Vote, or don’t complain. It’s funny how four words can sum up the next four years for some Americans. If you choose to not take part in Tuesday’s election, then prepare to keep mum until 2012. Whether you feel there’s no candidate running that suits your wants and needs, or you feel your vote just doesn’t count in the long run, you have the chore — as a decent and capable American — to spend 23 minutes (the average nationwide time it takes a person to vote, according to www. ocvote.com) performing a simple act (drawing X’s in boxes) that our nation’s forerunners died and fought for. We are a spoiled generation that has had democracy, freedom, and rights of life laid in our laps, yet millions of us choose to remain idle. We, at The News Standard, crafted a full-page run down of state and national candidates as a way to offer our readers a glimpse at who will be making decisions pertinent to our lives during the next several years — but we offer this information as a diving board. Don’t use a sentence printed here, or one commercial seen there as the basis for your vote. Research, and inform yourself. Dive into the issues at large. Will you base your vote on hearsay, combative television retaliations, or fact? Visit the Kentucky Candidate Information Survey online to read a non-partisan survey of Kentucky candidates; www.votekentucky.us. At the “On the Issues” Web page, you can browse candidates’ yea or nay votes on various bills regarding a variety of important issues, from abortion and gun control to civil rights and crime prevention programs; www. ontheissues.org/states/KY.htm. Read about the Kentucky Democratic Party at www. kydemocrat.com. Read about the Kentucky Republican Party at www. rpk.org. Keep track of winning candidates at the Kentucky State Board of Elections’ result page; http://elect. ky.gov/results For minute-by-minute coverage of the presidential election, visit www.cnn.com or www.foxnews.com. Most importantly, get up, get out, and go vote.

Economic uncertainty time for boldness, action The last few weeks have been unsettling and tumultuous. Our country, the world — and, as a result, our Commonwealth — are in uncharted waters economically, facing an economy as uncertain and challenging as any since the Great Depression. The twists and turns of the stock market have taken most of us on a financial roller coaster ride. We read and hear reports of banks refusing to lend to businesses and consumers. Even closer to home, retirement and savings accounts are continuing to hemorrhage. Many people face increasingly deep debt, home mortgages they can’t afford and the prospect of losing jobs and health coverage. Despite the uncertainty, though, now is not the time for timidity or hunkering down. Now is the time to seek new opportunities to create jobs and economic growth. And now is the time to be preparing for the future, to position this state to compete and succeed when the American economy does, inevitably, turn for the better. Turning the economy around will require faith, hard work and perseverance of American families and workers throughout the

Letter to the Editor Catholic, Christian, Democrat, Republican. I’m totally shocked to see the number of Catholics that are supporting Senator Barack Obama. Has the Catholic Church changed it’s viewpoint on abortion? I was reading The Record, a Catholic newspaper and found an interesting article by a Father James Bromwich, Pastor of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church, Campbellsville, Ky.; Our Lady of the Hills Church, Finley, Ky.; Our Lady of Fatima Church, Phillipsburg, Ky. Bravo for one brave priest who is willing to speak up. I’ll quote from Father Bromwich: “Obama supports abortion on demand, without any limitations. While in the Illinois State Senate, Obama voted in favor of taxpayer dollars being used for abortions. He is in favor of partial-birth abortion. He opposed the ‘Born-Alive Infants Protection Act,’ a law to protect infants who were born after a failed abortion. In the U.S. Senate, Obama has a 100 percent pro-abortion score from NARAL Pro-Choice America. I strongly encourage you to remember you are: Catholic.” I really don’t think The Lord will ask us if we are a Republican or a Democrat when we meet Him face to face, but whatsoever you do to the least of my brothers that you do unto me. I am also reminded of Proverbs 24:1112: Rescue those who are unjustly sentenced to die; save them as they stagger to their death (are pulled from the womb), paraphrased. Don’t excuse yourself by saying “look, we didn’t know.” For God understands all hearts, and He sees you. He who guards your soul knows you know. He will repay all people as their actions deserve. You may also want to check with the Right to Life organization. Call your local Pastor or Priest, let’s hope they too will be brave enough to speak up.

country. I want to send a clear message to Kentuckians — your state government will be with you every step of the way. We are going to do everything we can and use every tool at our disposal to help people make ends meet and get through these tough economic times. How do we ensure that? First, we are managing state government as efficiently as possible, making the best use of every taxpayer dollar. We have fewer state employees today than at any time over the last 20 years. In fact, we have about 2,000 fewer employees in the executive branch than we did just a year ago. Second, we are acting aggressively to seek new economic development and job opportunities for the Commonwealth, using available resources to maximize the potential for job growth and investment in the future. Third, we are working diligently to ensure that Kentuckians are protected during these trying and uncertain times. Many Kentuckians depend on us for their health care, to ensure the integrity and regulation of their financial institutions and to provide services — from education to public safety.

I recently unveiled a new tomorrow. With an eye toward the fuWeb site — assistance.ky.gov — which lists a number of ture, I recently named a task resources available force to deal directly to people in times of Governor’s with issues that need. From finding a impact our future: Update job to getting inforhigher education. mation in the face Our colleges and of home foreclosure, universities must be assistance.ky.gov more affordable. No shows where to find Kentucky child with help. the drive and ability In addition, I also to succeed should be recently announced kept from going to that, because of ac- Gov. Steve college because of tion by Congress, high costs. Beshear we will be more than The single-most doubling this year important factor in the amount of funding for our state’s long-term success the Low Income Heat and — and thus the quality of life Energy Assistance Program, for our families – is the skill or LIHEAP. The increase in and education level of our funding will help an estimat- workforce. ed 150,000 additional famiThe bottom line is this: lies stay warm this winter. Even as we face an economic Finally, we must think crisis unlike any in generamore creatively about what tions, we must focus — with we can do to position this optimism and clear purpose state to succeed in the 21st — on moving ahead. Century economy. Kentucky We cannot sit here parais already considered a lead- lyzed by anxiety, woe and iner in automotive manufac- decision. We cannot be conturing. Some 460 companies tent to bemoan our lot and connected to the auto indus- hunker down. try are located in Kentucky, That approach betrays our and they employ more than tenacious past and jeopardiz85,000 people here. es our promising future. We can build on that founBy working together, helpdation and work to become a ing each other when life is global leader not just in the tough and laying the foundamanufacturing of the cars of tion for a future when things today, but in the designing are brighter, we will emerge and building of the cars of even stronger as a state.

When the ‘blind-sided’ are leading the blind The Bluegrass Institute 53 percent have found their released a new education way to prison. To their credit, a group of report this week focusing on Louisville’s black gaps between whites pastors and civiland blacks in LouisBluegrass rights leaders are ville, the state’s largBeacon concerned enough est school district. to step up. It’s not pretty. These aren’t the The report shows spineless elitists at the gap in academic the NAACP or Urperformance beban League, or lifetween white and less church leaders black students in who profess concern math and reading about problems but not only remains, but is widening at Jim Waters let someone else do the work. While othmore than one-third ers display needed of the study’s 120 courage, these loafers often schools. Serious graduation-rate accept credit — after the fact gaps also exist between — for successful resolutions. Dedicated pastors who blacks and whites. Black males in just five struggle to raise money to of 19 high schools studied provide after-school tutoring graduated at a rate equal to for black children left behind or greater than the statewide have stepped up. Leaders like Louisville rate of only 63.1 percent for Pastor Jerry Stephenson, black males. Try this test question: chairman of the Values Co“What does the future hold alition U.S.A., understand for most diploma-less black the cultural and political obmales?” A. Life on the streets stacles involved in reformB. Drugs C. Prison D. Worse ing public education beyond throwing more money at the E. All of the above The Justice Department system. “This challenge will not reports that 75 percent of all state prison inmates are come without a great fight high-school dropouts. A dis- from those forces that want proportionate number are to keep the status quo,” Steblack men. Of all black male phenson said. “But we are dropouts in their early 30s, up to the challenge and we

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won’t turn back. The life of our children is at stake.” In responding to the report, Jefferson County Schools’ research director Bob Rodosky claimed the district, which enrolls nearly half of all black public-school students in Kentucky, was “blind-sided” by the Bluegrass Institute’s report. Forgive me if I don’t offer a hanky, Bob. You have part of it right. You and others have turned a “blind” eye toward implementing real solutions that would go a long way toward improving the education of poor, black kids in your inner city. Twenty-three of the 35 “Tier 5” schools in Kentucky — schools failing to meet annual education goals for at least six consecutive years — operate in Jefferson County. Ten Jefferson County middle schools alone fall into the “Tier 5” category. And administrators chant “blind-sided?” Rodosky accused the Bluegrass Institute of “piling on” and attempting to paint the district “in the worst light possible.” “We already knew about” those cavernous achievement gaps, he said. Rodosky was “blind-sided,” yet “already knew?”

Interesting. Parents who care and community members who want to help improve these schools deserve to know the seriousness of the problems and what specific steps are planned by the district to turn them around. They deserve some “choices” when it comes to education in this state. I’ve offered many ideas in this column — more transparency, bringing best practices from good to struggling schools, merit pay for badly needed, high-quality math and science teachers — and more choices for parents. “Educrats” don’t seem overly enthusiastic about those options — even though they enjoy large helpings of success in other school districts across the nation. Perhaps they have better ideas — beyond telling parents to keep their mouths shut and their checkbooks open. I’d like to hear them. Wouldn’t you?

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 at www.bipps.org.

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Finance management, health, sewing classes slated at extension office Nov. 18, 6 p.m. — ButtonSewing Lottie Scheible, Master holes and buttons on enveClothing Volunteer will lope pillows; $15, includes pillow and fabric conduct the following sewing classes Extension kit. In addition to machine, particiat the Meade CounService pants should also ty Extension Office, bring button hole located at 1041 Old attachment for their Ekron Road in Branmachine. Deadline denburg. to register is Nov. Participants 14. should bring their Dec. 2, 6 p.m. — own sewing maRetrostyle apron; chine and sewing $10, includes pattools. Please register Jennifer tern and fabric. by the stated deadBridge Deadline to register line to ensure your is Nov. 26. spot in the class. Fees must be paid when Financial management registering. Developing a plan for Nov. 11, 6 p.m. — Frenchseamed pillowcase; $15, holiday expenses and inwhich includes fabric kit. expensive gift giving ideas. Deadline to register is Nov. 7. Nov.11, 6:30 p.m. at the

Meade County Extension Office. Looking for ways to enjoy the holidays without spending a lot of money or depleting resources? This program will cover ways to reduce costs associated with the holidays and provide inexpensive gift giving ideas. Register by Nov. 10. No fee. Foods and nutrition Holiday mornings — Saturday, Nov. 15 at 10 a.m. at the Meade County Extension Office. Holidays can bring lots of stress especially when you have a house full of guests and are trying to prepare for other events. During this class participants will gain ideas for

quick, nutritious ways to get the day started without a lot of stress. Must register by Nov. 13. No fee. Classes that will begin in January include: Small steps to health and wealth Research shows financial stress can have a tremendous impact on your health. This series will cover ways to improve both your financial health as well as your mental and physical health. If you are interested in this free program, please contact the Meade County Extension Office. We will have more information in December.

Beginning quilting Many of you have requested quilting classes. If interested, contact us and indicate if you would prefer day or evening classes. Beginning cooking Home cooking is making a comeback as people are cutting back on dining out expenses. Participants will learn the basic of cooking and gain skills on meal planning and preparation. Interested? Please contact the Extension Office to indicate a day or evening class. On the mend! Basic clothing repair Why pay someone else to reattach a button, sew a

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Obese From page A1 significant increases in secondary illnesses such as Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), Cardiovascular Disease (CVD), hypertension and Diabetes Mellitus Type 2, along with psychological problems — poor healthrelated quality of life, low self-esteem, and lack of attentiveness. “The definition of obesity is defined by percentile,” said Dr. Rakesh Bhattacharjee, a research faculty member at the University of Louisville’s Division of Sleep Medicine in Louisville. “So although we look at weight, we have to look at it relative to other children of that age and of that gender. Obesity is defined, statistically, by having a body mass index over the 95 percentile for the same child, of the same age, and gender.” While there is no single cause for childhood obesity — which many are referring to as an epidemic — the main contributing factor is the lack of physical activity in children, according to Josie Crew, Meade County’s district nutritionist and a clinical dietician at Lincoln Trail District Health Department. Crew said the overuse of modern technologies — the Internet, television, and video games — contributes to children’s lack of physical activity. She said with both parents working in households and the increase in single parents, fast food and sodium-preserved microwave dinners are more convenient. “Kids aren’t sitting at the table anymore; they are not together as a family,” she said. “Fast food is a convenience for families with both parents working. It’s easier to (eat) on the run.” The gateway disease Obesity is also known as a “gateway disease” that often leads to cardiovascular disease (CVD), diabetes, obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), and other long term, life-threatening diseases, according to the American Heart Association. Walter Sobczyk, a pediatric cardiologist at the University of Louisville, said

going to have earlier heart attacks … in the 30s and 40s instead of the 50s and 60s.” Obstructive sleep apnea and obesity Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is a common sleeping disorder in children which causes pausing in breathing patterns during sleep. Most often, a child with OSA is unaware of the occurrences, according to Bhattacharjee. “Specifically, what I’m looking at is how obesity affects sleep, and how the two together — in terms of obesity problems and sleep problems — can result in cardiovascular dysfunction,” he said. “Sleep apnea is a condition that we’re starting to recognize more and more (in children).” Bhattacharjee estimated that 20 to 40 percent of children who have obesity have OSA and therefore, obesity significantly increases the risk of sleep apnea. According to both Bhattacharjee and Sobczyk, obesity forms a type of chain reaction with the human body. Obesity significantly

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FAR LEFT: Six-year-old Amber Ray tosses a bean bag during a game. LEFT: Chad Jupin, 10, and Bill Manus, 13, bounce inside an inflatable castle. BELOW LEFT: Dozens of people enjoy a fish dinner at the annual Muldraugh Fall Fest held last Friday. BELOW: Colin Chrisman, 13, lines up his foul shot.

Muldraugh Elementary School was abuzz after school hours last Friday, as the annual Fall Festival was underway. Carnival games, an inflatable jumping castle, basketball games, cornhole, and cotton candy were enjoyed by students of all ages, while their parents, teachers and other community members enjoyed a fish dinner served complete with fun and good company.

due to the increased rates in childhood obesity, he is beginning to see particular health problems in children that used to only be identified in adults. “Things like sleep apnea are associated with obesity. Obesity used to be less common, and we saw little sleep apnea in children. “Type 2 diabetes used to be rare in children and is becoming more common. High blood pressure is now more common, compared with kids 20 to 30 years ago, and even abnormal blood lipids (high cholesterol levels). Many cardiovascular risk factors that used to be uncommonly identified in children are now routinely being identified because all those risk factors are associated with obesity,” Sobczyk said. Sobczyk explained the high levels of cholesterol and blood pressure are not the high levels seen in patients with CVD, but the levels are abnormally high for children and can cause heart problems. “We’re not likely to start seeing heart attacks in 15or 20-year-olds, but they’re

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increases the risk of a child for parents to follow in obtaining OSA. OSA chang- helping fight against the es the levels of oxygen and childhood obesity epidemcarbon dioxide in the brain, ic: 5 — At least five whole which causes high blood servings presa day sure and of fresh swellfruits ing in and vegthe body, etables. and final2 — ly, high No more blood then two preshours sure and of teleswelling vision, in the combody inputer, creases or video the risk —Walter Sobczyk, of cardiopediatric cardiologist game time a vascular day. disease. 1 — “So we can say that sleep apnea it- Attempt to get at least one self doesn’t cause heart dis- hour of physical activity a ease, but it does raise the day. 0 — Children should not blood pressure in the heart and the lungs which pro- be given any sugary drinks motes heart disease,” Sobc- or sodas. “It’s important to implezyk said. “So it all (obesity, sleep apnea and heart dis- ment portion control as well,” Crew said. “Just ease) goes together.” watching how much you eat of things and coloring Prevention The American Academy your plate with bright vegof Pediatrics recommends etables helps.” She said planning healthy five easy, preventive steps

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meals ahead of time will help with preparation time. “One of the things parents need to watch closely is how they prepare their meals,” Crew said. “Parents stay worried about school meals, but it’s home that’s the problems.” Crew said portion control works best for people of all ages, but children especially like snacks and she recommends five to six small, healthy snacks a day—carrot sticks, celery with peanut butter, a cup of fruit or yogurt, or popcorn. “Kids love routine,” she said. “Providing regularly scheduled meals and snacks helps.” Crew explained that helping children get an extra hour of physical activity per day can be as simple as taking a walk, cleaning their rooms, or throwing a ball outside. The Meade County Health Department offers free nutrition and diabetes classes for anyone every second Wednesday of the month at 1 p.m. at the health center. For more information, call 270-422-3988 or e-mail Josie Crew at josie.crew@ky.gov.

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Muldraugh Post Office to honor veterans with ‘Purple Heart Day’ Submitted by the United States Postal Service

On Nov. 10, 2008 the Muldraugh Post Office will host a “Purple Heart Day” honoring our American veterans. During this event, Muldraugh Elementary School’s sixth grade class will assist in retiring a tattered American Flag and raising a new one in front of the post office. All veterans and the community are invited and refreshments will be served following the ceremony. The event will take place in front

Spirits From page A1 was there … there was only one other person closing with me and she was in another room at the time.” The other ghost who has been seen at the restaurant by employees, is a tall, AfricanAmerican, middle-aged man dressed in an old Victorian style shirt who likes to stand and stare at people and keep watch. “Every now and then I will see him out of the corner of my eye,” Dobbs said. “He never really does anything to anyone.” The managers explained the story that was told to them about the mysterious man and according to them, he was taken in by jailers in the late 1800s and was given a place to sleep and food to eat, in exchange for help around the kitchen and throughout the corridors. The jailhouse was built in 1862, and was opened as Jailhouse Pizza in August 2007.

of the Muldraugh Post Office, 114 South Main Street at 1 p.m. There will be a one-day only, special Purple Heart Cancellation for any letters mailed at Muldraugh this day. For more information please contact Postmaster Lillian Conklin at 502942-2730. From the Postmaster General It is with great pride that the United States Postal Service honors those who fought for our freedom. On Monday, Nov. 10, 2008, at 1 According to both managers, there were a total of 13 hangings, and the last one that took place was a public hanging in 1952. Weideman and Dobbs said it is rumored the last man to be hung was an African-American man who was sentenced to death for “going with” a white woman. The stairwell to the third floor of the building is 148-years-old and is in its original finishing. At the top of the steps, and to the right, is the bull pen, where prisoners stepped onto the trap door and were hung, as sentenced. Directly in front of the bull pen, are the cells that housed male prisoners. Hanging from the steel bars of a cell is one of the original nooses. According to both managers, the employees often hear the jail cell doors slam shut. “We never close the (cell) doors up there,” Dobbs said. “Each of them weighs about 150 pounds.” Weidemen said Barbara Lomerson, who is owner Richard Lomerson’s wife, brought an old clock in the restaurant for decoration when it first opened.

p.m., the Muldraugh Post Office will host a “Purple Heart Day.” There will be a special pictorial cancellation for this one day only event. All veterans and the community are invited to attend our flag raising ceremony by the local school children and enjoy refreshments following. Postmaster General John E. Potter stated, “Stamps, through the history of the Postal Service, have images which honor those in the military who have participated in war; others depict significant events, such as

Pearl Harbor, D-Day, and Iwo Jima. Still others recall the efforts of civilians on the home front. Collectively, these images serve one purpose: to honor the people who stood against oppression, fought for freedom, and made the ultimate sacrifice for the cause of freedom and human rights.” The Purple Heart Stamp, offered today at your local Post Office, has its origins in the American Revolution, when General George Washington created America’s first military decoration, the

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Employees at Jailhouse Pizza think a few former inmates are still hanging around the downtown restaurant. “The clock hadn’t worked in 27 years and still didn’t work for the first couple of months, but around last October or November it started chiming,” Weidemen said. “And it still doesn’t work, but every now and then it will just start chiming.”

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The women’s cells are downstairs, and customers are allowed to sit in both women’s and the men’s cells to enjoy their meal. The owners, Richard Lomerson and Ronnie Ables, refurbished and cased original cell keys, chains, handcuffs,

Badge of Military Merit. This is represented by the figure of a heart cut from purple cloth, to reward soldiers who exhibited outstanding valor. In 1932, as part of the bicentennial commemoration for Washington’s birth, Army Chief of Staff General Douglas MacArthur resurrected the award and renamed it the Purple Heart. General MacArthur also determined that anyone wounded in combat had performed “meritorious service’ and was deserving of this medal. In Decem-

ber 1942, President Franklin D. Roosevelt extended this award to all the armed forces. “The United States Postal Service has helped to bind this nation together for more than two centuries, in times of war and in times of peace,” Potter said. “Let us never forget those who gave so much and those who continue to make sacrifices. Those who answered the call demonstrate remarkable bravery. Our Veterans deserve our remembrance, our respect, and our gratitude.”

and badges — all of which are on display throughout the main floor of the building. The walls, which are covered in old newspaper clippings, are also adorned with antique pictures that were found in the jail when it was being remodeled. Dobbs said Frank James — Jesse James’ brother — and Hank Williams Sr. are among some of the more famous prisoners that are claimed to have been housed in the jail. John Hunt Morgan is said to have held union soldiers during the Civil War at the jailhouse. Weidemen said the Louisville Ghost Hunters Society (LGHS) came into the restaurant when it first opened and performed various tests. A member of the LGHS placed a penny on the table, according to Weidemen, and asked the ghost to move the penny if it was present. “The penny slid really slow across the table,” Weidemen said. “It freaked me out.” The LGHS also used Electro-Magnetic Field (EMF) meters to listen for voices. “They heard all kinds of

voices,” Weideman said. “They said there was more than one ghost in here, but we’ve only seen the two.” Jailhouse Pizza employees call the restaurant “the spookiest place in town,” and tonight they will be open late to host a variety of Halloween contests for children of all ages. A costume contest kicks off the event and will begin at 7 p.m. Prizes will be awarded according to age categories: 0-3 years, 4-7 years, 8-12 years, and 13-16 year olds. A coloring contest, prizes, treats and gift certificates are all part of the event. For more information about tonight’s festivities, contact Will or Heather at 270-422-4660. Due to destruction caused by the 1974 tornado, most of the old jailhouse records and historical documents were lost. Will and Heather would like anyone with any knowledge on the history of the jail to help them create a historical pamphlet for customers and tourists. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact them at 270-422-4660.

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Gladys Richards Smith, age 82, of Hardinsburg, Ky. died Oct. 23, 2008 at Breckinridge Health Inc. She was born in Breckinridge County to the late Floyd and Mayme Rogers Richards. She was a member of the New Bethel Baptist Church and enjoyed sewing and gardening. Gladys is survived by her husband Jeremiah “J.C.” Smith and a brother Herbert Richards of Hardinsburg, Ky. and several nieces and nephews. Funeral Services were held Oct. 27 at the New Bethel Baptist Church with the Reverend Bob White officiating. Burial was in the New Bethel Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the New Bethel Baptist Church. Online guest register at www.trentdowell. com.

Jack Phillips Jack Phillips, Sr., age 66, of Hardinsburg died Oct. 23, 2008 in Oldham County. Formerly of Tick Ridge, Ky. He was born on April 23, 1942 in Breckinridge County to the late Paul and Florence Wells Phillips. He was a self-employed logger. He is survived by two daughters, Brenda (Dennis) Whitfill of Hardinsburg, Ky. and Jackie Phillips of Irvington, Ky., four sons, Jack Phillips, Jr. of Hawesville, Ky., Kenneth and Paul Phillips of Irvington, Ky. and Dustin Phillips of Hardinsburg, Ky. Funeral Services for Jack Phillips, Sr. was held from the Macedonia Baptist Church on Oct. 26 with Reverend Wendell Sandefur officiating. Burial was held in the church cemetery. Visitation was held at the Trent-Dowell Funeral Home in Hardinsburg. Memorial Contributions may be made to Hospice of Central Kentucky. Online guest register at: www.trentdowell. com.

Lois Hopkins

Lois Hopkins, 78, of Irvington, Ky. passed away Oct. 25, 2008 at her residence. She was retired from the Army and Air Force Exchange Service at Ft. Knox, Ky. with over 30 years of service. She is survived by two sons, Phillip Kennedy and James Kennedy both of Irvington, Ky.; four grandchildren, Ronnie, Melissa and Stephanie Baysinger and Brian Kennedy; two greatgrandchildren, Ethan Baysinger and Dallas Kennedy. Funeral services were held Oct. 27 at the Chapel of the Alexander Funeral Home, with burial following in Cedar Hill Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy may go to the American Cancer Society.

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MEADE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY Story Hour 10:30 a.m. for children 0-5 years old every Tuesday in the library annex. Includes books, activities, games and crafts pertaining to a theme. Free and open to the public. Call 270-422-2094 for more information.

HALLEUJAH FESTIVAL 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. FREE. Fun and safe place to enjoy the night. Games, Booths, Chili Supper, Karaoke. Glad Tidings Christian Center, 515 By-Pass Road (across from McDonald’s), Brandenburg. For more information call, 270-422-2020. FCCLA ANNUAL PUMPKIN PATCH 5-7 p.m. at Meade County High School. Family Career Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) is sponsoring their annual Pumpkin Patch. Please bring elementary school age children out for a fun and safe evening of trick or treating at MCHS.

FREE ENGLISH CLASSES 7 p.m. Buck Grove Baptist Church, 255 Buck Grove Road. No registration required. Free nursey care is available for students during class. Call 270-828-3365 or 270-828-6320 for more information. BOOK DISCUSSION 6 p.m. at the Meade County Library. Please join our book discussion group for a fun and interesting evening. We will be discussing “Shop on Blossom Street,” written by Debbie Macomber. Call 270-422-2094 for more information.

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MEADE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY Yoga 10 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. every Wednesday. Free and open to the public. Call 270-422-2094 for more information.

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HOMECOMING MULDRAUGH UNITED METHODIST CHURCH at 9:30 a.m. Potluck luncheon at noon, meat will be provided. Call 270-828-2606 or 270-828-8202 to RSVP.

Saturday, Nov. 8 COMMUNITY-WIDE COAT GIVEAWAY 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Glad Tidings Christian Center A free chili lunch will be served. Donations of all sizes will be warmly appreciated! Drop-boxes will be placed at various businesses for donations. Call Jill Stivers at 270-496-4788.

Monday, Nov. 3 Rock Haven Baptist Church is having a special prayer meeting for the election at the church on from 6:30-7 p.m. BAPTIST WOMEN’S WORLD DAY OF PRAYER 12 noon down on the river, Pavilion #2. Free sack lunches & drink to all attending. Come during your lunch break and join us in a short Prayer Program led by Katrina Crutcher. In case of inclement weather meet at the Family Life Center, First Baptist Church. For information call June Jarvis 422-3820.

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QUESTION: My five- primary effort to the power year-old is one of those ram- game while we grown-ups bunctious kids who gives play only when we must. us fits. There are Some time you times when I think might ask a group of Focus on he’s trying to take the family children about the over the entire famadults who lead them. ily. I’ve never really They will instantly tell understood him beyou, with one voice, fore but I guess he which grown-ups are just doesn’t want skilled in handling anyone telling him them and which aren’t. what to do. Every schoolchild can DR. DOBSON: name the teachers James That is precisely Dobson who are in control and how he feels. It is those who are intimisurprising how dated by kids. commonly this basic imOne father overheard pulse of children is over- his five-year-old daughter, looked. Indeed, I think the Laura, say to her little sister really tough kids understand who was doing something the struggle for control even wrong, “Mmmm, I’m going better than their parents who to tell Mommie on you. No! are bogged down with adult I’ll tell Daddy. He’s worse!” responsibilities and wor- Laura had evaluated the ries. Children devote their authority of her two par-

ents and concluded that one was more effective than the other. This same child was observed by her father to have become especially disobedient and defiant. She was irritating other family members and looking for ways to avoid minding her parents. Her dad decided not to confront her directly but to punish her consistently for every offense until she settled down. Thus, for three or four days, he let Laura get away with nothing. She was spanked, stood in the corner and sent to her bedroom. Near the end of the fourth day, she was sitting on the bed with her father and younger sister. Without provocation, Laura pulled the hair of the toddler who was looking at a book. Her

dad promptly thumped her on the head with his large hand. Laura did not cry, but sat in silence for a moment or two, and then said, “Harrumph! All my tricks are not working!” This is the conclusion you want your strong-willed son to draw: “It’s too risky to take on Mom or Dad, so let’s get with the program.” QUESTION: I am 21 and also still at home. I am very comfortable there, and I plan to stay with my parents for a long time. Why not? Tell me why you think it is unwise to go on living where it is cheaper and easier than getting out on your own. DR. DOBSON: There are individual situations when it makes sense to live with your parents for a longer

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“We accept good things from God. Should we not then accept the bad?” — Job 2:10

Why do good people have to suffer through things like the ravages of cancer and its treatments, only to die? I have been asked various version of this question, as well as heard versions of attempted answers, throughout my almost 38 years of priesthood. My answer is simple: I haven’t the foggiest idea, and neither do they. The bottom line is, nobody really knows, including those of goodwill who try to come up with something comforting to say. It is better, I think, to just sit with the mystery. Anything else comes across as irritatingly trite or nauseatingly sentimental. The biblical story of Job makes this very point. One

day, God and the devil dis- wife suggests it. He neither cuss the Job family. Even God questions God nor does anybrags about how good and thing sinful. faithful the Job family The story ends Encouraging has been. The devil without a convincing Words listens to all God has reason being given for to say about them, Job’s suffering. but then says to God, However, because “Sure! Who wouldn’t Job remained faithful love you if they had it in the absence of anas good the Job famswers, God makes the ily has it? It’s easy to latter part of Job’s life believe when things even better than the Ronald are going well, but first. Knott just start taking a few When we are faced things away from with the mystery of them and then you’ll see just suffering and death, we have how faithful they are.” no real answers. However, In this little play, God al- we do have a choice about lows Satan to start taking how we want to respond. things away to test Job’s fidel- We can be bitter about what ity. First, Job loses his money. we lost or we can be grateful Next, he loses his children in for what we had. Entitlement a freak accident. Finally, Job leads us into bitterness. Gratloses his health. Through all itude leads us into peaceful this, the last line of our read- acceptance. When we feel ing tells us that Job never entitled, gratitude is imposcurses God, even though his sible.

Feelings of entitlement make us believe that life owes us something and when it is taken away, we feel angry, resentful, cheated and frustrated. However, in reality, entitlement is an illusion. With life being as it is, entitlement is a perfect set-up for disappointment because it is based on a lie to begin with. We are owed nothing in this life, and the truth of the matter is, everything is a gift, we deserve nothing and everything is on loan — even our loved ones. On the other hand, if we believe that life, and everything in it, is a gift, we can experience painful losses, even death, in a radically different way. Instead of being bitter about what we lost, we can become grateful for what we had. Father Knott, a Meade County native, is a priest from the Archdiocese of Louisville.

time, and maybe yours is one of them. I would caution you, however, not to overstay your welcome. That would not be in your best interests or those of your folks. Remaining too long under the parents’ roof is not unlike an unborn baby who refuses to leave the womb. He has every reason to stay awhile. It is warm and cozy there. All his needs are met in that stress-free environment. He doesn’t have to work or study or discipline himself. But it would be crazy to stay beyond the nine months intended. He can’t grow and learn without leaving the security of that place. His development will be arrested until he enters the cold world and takes a few whacks on his behind. It

is to everyone’s advantage, and especially to the welfare of his mother, that he slide on down the birth canal and get on with life. So it is in young adulthood. Until you cut the umbilical cord and begin providing for yourself, you will remain in a state of arrested development. Remaining at home with Mom and Dad is the perpetuation of childhood. It may be time to put it behind you. 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.

BIBLE TRIVIA by Wilson Casey 1. Is the book of Mark in the Old or New Testament or neither? 2. What words did Jesus use three times in resisting the temptations of Satan? My father above, God is love, It is written, Thou must repent 3. In II Peter 1, what were holy men moved by in regard to prophecy? Kindred spirit, Holy Ghost, Sins, Love of God 4. From Judges 6, what judge threshed wheat by the winepress? Gideon, Joash, Neco, Hosea 5. Who was Saul’s daughter that married David? Jephthah, Oholah, Rahab, Michal 6. Whom was Shechem the son of? James, Hamor, Jacob, Onan ANSWERS: 1) New; 2) It is written; 3) Holy Ghost; 4) Gideon; 5) Michal; 6) Hamor For more trivia, log on to www.TriviaGuy.com.

Letting in when opportunity knocks

Have you ever had an The young man was opportunity to do some- smart enough to know that thing but you didn’t take no thriving business could the initiative to folcarry such an invenlow through with it? Pastor’s tory and still show Perhaps some opporhealthy profit. He Spotlight aproposed tunity came knocka sale to get ing at your door and rid of the stuff. The for some reason you owner was reluctant didn’t answer to let but finally agreed to it in. let him set up a table Sometimes opin the middle of the portunities are more store and try to sell recognized going off a few of the oldest than they are coming. items. Randy Here is a story about Every product was Johnson priced at ten cents. someone you will sure to know. The sale was a sucSome years ago cess and the young an energetic young man be- fellow got permission to run gan as a clerk in a hardware a second sale. It, too, went store. Like many old time over just as well as the first. hardware stores, the inven- This gave the young clerk an tory included thousands of idea. Why not open a store dollars worth of items that that would sell only nickel were obsolete or seldom and dime items? He could called for by customers. run the store and his boss

could supply the capital. The young man’s boss was not enthusiastic. “The plan will never work,” he said. “Because you can’t find enough items to sell at a nickel and a dime.” The young man was disappointed but eventually went ahead on his own and made a fortune out of the idea. His name was F.W. Woolworth. Years later his old boss lamented, “As near as I can figure it, every word I used in turning Woolworth down has cost me about a million dollars!” Two people, one opportu-

nity. One seized the opportunity while the other let it slip right through his hands. Sometimes God sends us an opportunity. Maybe it is to help someone or to do something for your church. It may be difficult at the time to recognize the opportunity but one thing for sure, we know it when we have missed it. Take the opportunity to do something for God today, tomorrow you may not have the opportunity. Randy Johnson is the pastor at Brandenburg Church of God.

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Genesis 9: 13 says, “I set fies God’s first uncondiMy rainbow in the cloud, tional covenant with all and it shall be for the sign the people of the world. of the covenant beNo doubt Noah tween Me and the and his family were Divine earth. For further Guidance happy to step onto study please read dry ground afGenesis 9: 8 – 17. ter riding out the Remember the flood for so many childhood promises months. But deep you loved to hear? in their hearts they Maybe Mom said, may have shivered “If you’re good, with fear: what of we’ll go to the zoo God sends another Dan on Saturday.” terrible downpour? You’d say, “I Newton So God sent a vispromise,” putting ible sign to remind on your best bethem (and us) havior. But it could rain of His promise never to on Saturday, or Mom may destroy all life again by have to work, or someone flood. in the family might beIf you just moved to come sick. Many things our area, we invite you to can keep promises from visit with us at Grace Bapfulfillment. tist Church. Our Sunday God’s promises will morning service starts at come to pass, however. 11:00 a.m. When His promise or covWe invite you to listen enant is unconditional, it to our weekly Sunday rameans He demands noth- dio program on WMMG ing from us to fulfill it. from 9:30 to 10 a.m. Reverend Dan Newton is The beautiful, seven color rainbow that arches across the pastor of Grace Baptist the sky after a rain signi- Church.

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The Meade County Water District will conduct a meeting with Property Owners in the Western portion of Meade County November 13, 2008 at the Meade-Breck Center at 6:30 P.M.

The purpose of this meeting is to obtain easements from property owners and sign up customers for the Wolf Creek/Rhodelia Water Extension Project. If you own property in the following area you should attend this meeting: 1. Hwy 228 north of Pine Ridge Road in 3. Hwy 376 northeast to Hwy 144 in Payneville Battletown to Hwy 114 in Andyville. 4. Hwy 230 2. Hwy 144 southwest through Rhodelia into 5. Hwy 259 Breckinridge County to Hwy 376. 6. Hwy 886 Water connection charge is $632.00. For more information contact Joe Bartley at the Meade County Water District at 422-5006 or Squire Randall Hardesty at 496-4241.

Deeds

Douglas Cornett and Wilma Cornett to Kupper Building, LLC, deed one and two, both properties located in River Cliff Subdivision in Meade County, deed tax $75. Marvin L. Campbell to Sharon M. Royalty, property located in Meade County, deed tax $100. James F. Stiff and Rebecca J. Stiff Revocable Living Trust to Sandra L. Oliver, deed of correction, lot 45, section three in the Wilson Place Subdivision located in Meade County. Indy Mac Bank, FSB, to Arnold D. Hines, deed of correction, 245 Poplar Court, Brandenburg. Mary J. Livers to David A. Lee and Betty Jo Lee, property located in Ekron, deed tax $65. Harold Perk AKA Harold Perks and Deborah Perk AKA Deborah Perks AKA Debora Perks and The Farmers Bank, by Douglas P. Vowels, Master Commissioner, to The Farmers Bank, commissioner’s deed, property located in Meade County. U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee for the Specialty Underwriting and Residential Finance Trust Mortgage Loan Asset-Backed Certificates Series 2006-BC1, by and through Meaghan Robinson, authorized signer of Wilshire Credit Corporation, its Attorney in Fact, to Erin Gall, special warranty deed, 702 S. Main Street, Muldraugh, deed tax $15. James R. Edwards and Luann M. Edwards to Edward Vittorio and Carolyn Vittorio, lot 102 in Audubon Woods of Doe Valley Subdivision in Meade County. Estate of Lorraine M. Allen by Tony Allen and Nick Allen, co-executors, to Roy A. Allen and Terry S. Allen, 0.141 acres in Brandenburg, deed tax $140. Robert E. Cummings to Helen Biggs and Richard Schermerhorn, property located in Meade County, deed tax $55. Pamela Sue Fackler to David S. Cooper and Jennifer S. Cooper, 2610 Molly Brown Road, Brandenburg, deed tax $150.50. The Estate of Carter Leroy Humphrey and Diane Humphrey, by and through Amy Humphrey, her attorney-in-fact, to David W. Tracy and Bernadine Tracy, lot 40 of Jennings Knob Subdivision located in Meade County. Fernando Flores AKA Fernando F. Flores and Donna M. Flores and Oakwood Acceptance Corp. and Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. as Trustee under Pooling and Servicing agreement dated as of November 1, 2004 asset backed pass-through certificates series 2004 WHQ2, by Douglas P. Vowels, Master Commissioner, to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. as Trustee under Pooling and Servicing agreement dated as of November 1, 2004 asset backed pass-through certificates series 2004 WHQ2, commissioner’s deed, lot 138 of The Knobs Subdivision, Section II. James L. Davidson to Jacob K. Anderson, tract one and two near Guston, deed tax $115. Jeffrey Nott and Joyce Nott to Robert C. Kerwin and Beth A. Kerwin, lot ten in Warren Place located in Meade County, deed tax $139. Timothy Curran and Marie Curran to Jeremy Watts and Julie Watts, lot 19 of Doe Haven Estates located in Meade County, deed tax $30.

Quit Claim Deeds

Erin Gall and Drew Gall to Drew Gall, 702 South Main Street, Muldraugh.

Building Permits

10/17/08 Brenda Brown, Cedar Flat Road, Battletown, singlewide, $55. 10/16/08 Keith Smith, Lakeshore Parkway, Brandenburg, single family dwelling, $215.10. 10/17/08 Eddie Staton –POA Donna Staton, Sunset Drive, Vine Grove, doublewide, $82.50. 10/17/08 Timothy and Deborah Grounds, Vessels Road, Vine Grove, pole barn. 10/17/08 Dana Barger, Otter Ridge Drive, Brandenburg, doublewide, $82.50. 10/20/08 Nancy Davis, Ritchie Drive, Brandenburg, single family dwelling, $155. 10/21/08 Kevin Gallusser, Weldon Road, Brandenburg, front and back deck. 10/21/08 Diane Kenley, Battletown Road, Battletown, singlewide.

Septic Permits

10/16/08 John Mitchell, Clarkson Road, Vine Grove. 10/17/08 KY Land, Otter Ridge Drive, Brandenburg. 10/21/08 Gail Fraley, Gaine Road, Brandenburg.

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Brandenburg Police Department 10/17/08 at 4:54 p.m. Marlene Frey of Brandenburg was driving a 2004 Chevrolet and was stopped at the stop sign on Old Ekron Road. David Kessinger of Brandenburg was traveling west on Broadway in a 1997 Buick. Frey did not see Kessinger and pulled out in front of him. Kessinger collided with Frey, causing severe damage to both vehicles. First aid was given by Meade County EMS Station One and injured parties were taken to Hardin Memorial Hospital. Report BPD08108 was filed by Officer Young. 10/18/08 at 9:51 p.m. Tabatha Kenny of Payneville had parked her 1995 Chevrolet in the parking lot of the Post Office. Debra Schneider of Brandenburg was traveling south in the parking lot in a 1998 Chevrolet and was behind Kenny’s vehicle. Kenny did not see Schneider and started backing up and collided with Schneider’s vehicle, causing minor damage to both vehicles. No injuries were reported. Report BPD08109 was filed by Officer Young. 10/20/08 at 3:17 p.m. Derek Edlin of Brandenburg was stopped at the intersection of Old Ekron Road and Broadway in a 2005 Toyota Camry when Michelle Beam of Brandenburg collided into the rear of Edlin in her 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. Very minor damage to Beam’s vehicle and minor damage to Edlin’s vehicle. No injuries were reported. Report BPD08111 was filed by Officer Whited. 10/20/08 at 10:09 p.m. Jonathan Ogburn of Guston was traveling north on the Bypass in a 2001 Kia. Jarrett Joyner of Brandenburg was also traveling north on the Bypass in a 1999 Mitsubishi. The stop light was red, and then changed to a green arrow. Ogburn advised that he thought that the light turned green and went forward, and then collided with Joyner, causing minor damage to both vehicles. No injuries were reported. Report BPD08112 was filed by Officer Young.

Meade County Sheriff Department

10/14/08 at 9:57 a.m. Cheryl Mattingly of Rhodelia was traveling east on KY1239 in a 2002 Dodge Neon and was stopped at the intersection. Joyce Johns of Brandenburg was traveling south on KY79 in a 2002 Chevrolet Avalanche when attempting to turn west on KY1239. Johns struck Mattingly in the left front of her vehicle, stating that she was distracted due to illness. Very minor damage to both vehicles; no injuries reported. Report 08-0247 was filed by Officer Robinson. 10/14/08 at 3:41 p.m. Llewellyn Mary of Brandenburg entered the front yard of some private property in a 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. Mary went around the end of the mobile home to park in the back yard. She stated that the brakes failed and she struck a parked vehicle and a stove that was sitting in the back yard, as well as the mobile home, before coming to a rest. The parked vehicle was a 1994 Mercury Villager, Geneva Hoskins is the owner of the vehicle. Moderate damage to both vehicles. First aid was given by Meade County EMS and injured parties were taken to Hardin Memorial Hospital. Report 08-0248 was filed by Officer Robinson. 10/16/08 at 2:36 p.m. Jennifer Bush of Brandenburg was east bound on Rons Run Road in a 1997 Dodge Intrepid. Karen Humphrey of Brandenburg was west on Rons Run Road in a 1995 Ford Focus. Based on the location of the debris and gouge marks on the roadway, it is the opinion of this officer that Bush crossed into the path of Humphrey, causing the head-on collision. First aid was given by Meade County EMS, MED 1 and injured parties were taken to Hardin Memorial Hospital. Severe damage was done to both vehicles. Report 08-0249 was filed by Officer Foster. 10/17/08 at 8:40 a.m. Joseph Greenwell of Brandenburg was traveling north on KY710 in a 1996 Ford Mustang. Charles Mattingly of Lebanon, Ky. was traveling west on KY448 in a 1996 Geo Prizm. Greenwell was distracted by the sun being in his eyes. He failed to yield the right of way by turning left in front of Mattingly. Mattingly attempted to stop but couldn’t before the impact. Greenwell had minor to moderate damage to his vehicle and Mattingly had moderate damage. No injuries were reported. Report 08-0250 was filed by Officer McCubbin. 10/17/08 at 12:48 p.m. Roger Risen of Fairdale, Ky. was east bound on Old Mill Road in a 2007 Toyota Yaris. Eric Benge of Louisville was attempting to execute a left turn from Old Mill Road onto an unnamed road in a 2007 Ford Ranger. As Benge entered into its turn, he was forced to take evasive action to avoid striking the vehicle in front of him. Risen entered into the oncoming lanes of Old Mill road and struck

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Benge. Moderate damage was done to both vehicles. No injuries were reported. Report 08-0251 was filed by Officer Foster. 10/18/08 at 12:21 p.m. Jonathon Feltman of Lewisport, Ky. was parked in a driveway in a 1997 Chevrolet S-10. He was letting someone out of the vehicle. Shelly Hooper of Brandenburg was driving a 1997 Mazda Miata and pulled behind Feltman to let someone out of the vehicle. Feltman started to back out and did not see Hooper behind him. Minor damage was done to Feltman’s vehicle and minor to moderate damage was done to Hooper’s vehicle. No injuries were reported. Report 08-0252 was filed by Officer Robinson. 10/20/08 at 7:36 p.m. Melissa Piercy of Harned, Ky. was traveling east on KY79 in a 1993 Toyota Camry. As she approached the intersection of Midway-Payneville Road, a deer ran into the roadway and she struck the deer with the front end of her vehicle. Minor to moderate damage was done to her vehicle. No injuries were reported. Report 08-0253 was filed by Officer Ponder. 10/21/08 at 8:25 a.m. Steven Williams of Webster was driving a 2003 Chevrolet S-10. Adrain Hayes of Brandenburg was driving a 2003 Ford Ranger. Both were traveling south bound on KY448 with Williams behind Hayes. Hayes stopped in traffic due to actions of other vehicles in front of him. Williams was unable to stop in time and collided with the rear of Hayes’ vehicle. Minor damage was done to Williams’ vehicle. Moderate damage was done to Hayes’ vehicle. No injuries were reported. Report 08-0254 was filed by Officer Foster.

District Court 10/22/08

James E. Lutz III, 54, operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol/drugs; possession of an open alcohol container in a motor vehicle; possession of marijuana; 1st degree disorderly conduct; failure to wear seat belts; failure to notify address change to department of transportation; menacing- pled not guilty pretrial conference 11/15/08. Grady Curtis Johnston, Jr., 33, careless driving; operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol/drugs- pled not guilty pretrial conference was 10/29/08. Danny J. Baker, 35, 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 enroll in KAPS and 90 days license suspended; failure of owner to maintain required insurance/security- pled guilty 90 days probated 2 years no public offense no driving without valid license and insurance fine $1,000. Julie Ann McGaw, 32, flagrant non support- pled not guilty preliminary hearing was 10/29/08. Joshua Cain Allen, 19, tampering with physical evidence- pled not guilty preliminary hearing was 10/29/08. Christopher Shawn Tipton, 36, fugitive from another state warrant required- waived extradition to California. Danny T. Haitshan, 28, 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. William Joseph Gomez, 40, 4th degree domestic violence with minor injury- pled not guilty pretrial conference was 10/29/08. Justin Barile, 18, local county oridanence- failure to appear. Meagan Nichol Bartley, 22, theft by unlawful taking/shoplifting under $300; improper parking firelane/ blocked traveled portion of highway; failure to produce insurance card; no/expired registration platespled not guilty pretrial conference was 10/29/08. Jesse Lou Hawkins, 52, theft by unlawful taking/shoplifting under $300- pled guilty 30 days probated 2 years after serving 3 days no public offnse stay out of Kroger’s. William McDonald, 39, theft by deception including cold checks under $300- pled not guilty pretrial conference 11/05/08. Jeremy Eugene McGuffy, 25, receiving stolen property under $300pled not guilty pretrial conference was 10/29/08. Michael T. Hammack, 31, 2 counts of theft by deception including cold checks under $300- pled not guilty pretrial conference was 10/29/08. Raymond D. Rupert, 50, dogs to be vaccinated- pled guilty fine $25 plus costs; dogs to be licensed- pled guilty 30 days probated 2 years no public offense $100 donation to PINS by 11/19/08; local county oridanance- pled guilty fine $25. Dennis Wayne Donahue, 25, alcohol intoxication in a public place; possession of marijuanapled not guilty pretrial conference was 10/29/08. Terry J. York, 39, theft by unlawful taking/shoplifting under $300pled not guilty pretrial conference 11/05/08. Peggy Sue Ganit, 50, careless driving; operating on suspended/ revoked operators license; possessing license when privilages are revoked/suspended- pled not guilty pretrial conference was 10/29/08.

Ivan Ray Sweazy, 43, theft by deception including cold checks under $300- pled not guilty pretrial conference was 10/29/08. Steven F. Curry, 21, unlawful transaction with a minor- pled guilty 6 months probated 2 years no public offense cannot possess alcohol illegal drugs/drug paraphernalia $50 donation to MCSD Dare Program by 11/19/08. Carolyn S. Kipp, 57, 1st degree disorderly conduct- pled guilty 30 days probated 2 years no public offense cannot possess alcohol illegal drugs/drug paraphernalia. Jason Leo Priest, 32, alcohol intoxication in a public place; possession of marijuanapled guilty pretrial conference was 10/29/08. Amy Jo Hicks, 32, speeding 15 mph over the limit; operating a motor vehicle on suspended/revoked operators license; no/expired registration plates; failure to produce insurance card- pled not guilty pretrial conference was 10/29/08. Kyron L. Perks, 19, speeding 26 mph over/greater- pled guilty fine $60 plus costs; reckless drivingpled guilty fine $25. Everette D. Collins, 38, no/ expired registration plates; no/expired Kentucky registration receipt; no motorcycle operators licensepled not guilty pretrial conference 11/12/08. Houston R. Fields, 18, local county ordinance- pled guilty fine $25; speeding 15 mph over the limit- pled guilty assigned state traffic school. Louis T. Greenwell, 48, trafficking controlled substance; use/ possess drug paraphernalia- pled not guilty preliminary hearing was 10/29/08. Andre L. Burns, 35, fugitive warrant not required- extradition to Ohio. Adam J. Sipes, 23, 1st degree criminal mischief, leaving the scene of an accident/failure to render aid or assistance- pled not guilty pretrial conference was 10/29/08. Douglas L. Miller, 18, failure to illuminate head lamps- dismissed on commonwealth motion; failure to produce insurance card- pled guilty 90 days probated 2 years no public offense no driving without proper insurance fine $1,000; no/ expired registration plates- dismissed on commonwealth motion. Tonya Wright, 26, 2 counts of local county ordinance; theft by unlawful taking under $300- continued 10/29/08. Shanika M. Bell, 28, obstructed vision and/or no windshield- dismissed on commonwealth motion; no operators/moped licensepled guilty fine $50; failure of owner to maintain required insurance/security- pled guilty 90 days probated 2 years no public offense no driving without valid license/insurance fine $1,000. Michael S. Payne, 42, unlawful transaction with a minor- dismissed on commonwealth motion. Phillip W. Hudson, 23, possession of marijuana; use/possess drugs paraphernalia- continues 11/12/08. Sarah Beth Gill, 24, fugitive from another state- dismissed without prejudice. Jack Randall Woodruff, 21, 8 counts of theft by deception including cold checks under $300- pled guilty 10 days probated 2 years after serving 1 hour no public offense write no checks. Barbara Louise Greary, 48, 6 counts of theft by deception including cold checks under $300- continues 11/12/08. Kolby Grandberry, 25, theft by deception including cold checks under $300- pled guilty 10 days probated 2 years after serving 1 hour no public offense write no checks. Carmen C. Haitshan, 30, 3 counts of theft by deception including cold checks under $300- continues 11/05/08. James McNaughton, 22, non support- pled guilty probated 2 years no public offense pay child support as ordered. Sandra K. Shelton, 40, non support- pled guilty 12 months probated 2 years no public offense pay child support as ordered. Chanda Leilani Brian, 27, theft by deception including cold checks under $300- continues 11/05/08. Shelly Denise Samuels, 29, improperly on left side of the road; disorderly conduct; resisting arrest; operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol/drugscontinued 10/29/08. Hollie Renee Exler, 26, theft by deception including cold checks under $300- pled guilty 10 days probated 2 years after serving 1 hour no public offense write no checks. Brittney Larraine Staples, 24, theft by deception including cold checks under $300- pled guilty 10 days probated 2 years after serving 1 hour no public offense write no checks. Frederick J. Jennette, 56, 2 counts of 2nd degree cruelty to animals- defer 6 months. David Wayne, 26, disregarding stop sign- pled guilty fine $25 plus costs; operating on suspended/revoked licensepled guilty 90 days probated 2 years no public offense no driving without valid license and insurance cannot possess alcohol illegal drugs/drug paraphernalia. Scott Allen Raymer, 30, oper-

Friday, October 31, 2008 ating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol/drugs; reckless driving- pretrial conference 12/03/08 jury trial 12/08/08. Nakena Ann Stewart, 29, speeding 15 mph over the limit- pled guilty fine $30 plus costs. David Edwin St. Clair, 30, speeding 15 mph over the limit- assigned state traffic school. Michael D. Tucker, 21, speeding 14 mph over the limit- continued 10/29/08. Bobbie Lichelle Speaks, 28, failure of owner to maintain required insurance/securitycontinues 11/05/08. Gregory All. Goodman, 58, driving to slow for traffic conditions ; operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol/drugs; improper lane usage/vehicles keep to right; operating a vehicle with expired operators license; failure to notify the department of transportation of address change; failure to wear seat belt- continued 10/29/08. Lataya Hamilton, 26, no/expired registration plates; failure of non owner operator to maintain required insurance- continues 11/05/08. Roger Lee Young, 37, speeding 10 mph over the limit- pled guilty assigned state traffic school; reckless driving- dismissed on commonwealth motion; no/expired registration plates- dismissed on proof shown. Christina M. McCabe, 23, no tail lamps- pled guilty fine $25; operating on suspend/revoked operators licensepled guilty fine $50. Mitchell David Mills, 55, operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol/drugscontinued 10/29/08. Terry Shawn Burgess, 37, disregarding stop sign; failure of owner to maintain required insurance; no/ expired registration plates; operating on suspended/revoked operators license- continues 11/05/08. Robert K. Greenwell, 42, speeding 26 mph over/greater- pled guilty fine $40 plus costs. Quintezz R. Thompson, 21, operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol/drugs; operating on suspended/revoked operators license- continued 10/29/08. Frederick Destephen Mahone, 28, operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol/drugscontinued 10/29/08. Timothy Wesley Chamberlain, 39, 2 counts of alcohol intoxication in a public place- continued 10/29/08. Aaron Thomas Jackson, 24, fugitive from another state- continues 11/05/08. Douglas Lee Long, 20, use/posses drug paraphernalia- continued 10/29/08. Darin Eugene Prist, 30, 21 counts of theft by deception including cold checks under $300continues 11/12/08. Ricky E. Wardrip, 49, probation violation for misdemeanor offense; 3rd degree possession of controlled substance/drug unspeicifed- continues 11/05/08. Kyle A. Farvour, 21, operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol/drugscontinued 10/29/08. Christina L. Glisson, 21, probation violation for misdemeanor offense; controlled substance prescription not in original container; traffic in marijuana- continues 11/12/08. Leah Nichole Tucker Vs. Audre Lee Newby, domestic violenceDVO entered. Charles Phillip Reesor, Jr., flagrant non support- continued 10/29/08. Christopher Joseph Benock, 21, 6 counts of criminal possession

of forged instrument- continues 11/12/08. Jeffrey Lane Robinson, 41, use/possess drug paraphernalia; convicted felon in possession of a firearm- waive to Grand Jury 11/10/08. David Allen Morgan, possession of controlled substance; use/possess drug paraphernalia; possessing license when privilages are revoked/suspened- waived to Grand Jury 11/10/08. Joseph Patrick Eden, 45, failure to or improper signal; 2nd degree fleeing or evading police; resisting arrest; 1st degree trafficking controlled susbstane; possession of controlled substance; use/possess drug parpahenalia; possession of marijuana- continued 10/29/08. Marty Gene Long, Jr., 55, 1st degree wanton endangerment- continued 10/29/08. Codi L. Cundiff, 18, 3 counts of theft by unlawful taking from automobile; tampering with physical evidence; local county ordinancecontinued 10/29/08 Robert D. Boehler, 24, 4th degree domestic violence/assault with minor injury- continued 10/29/08. Cherie Rani Stull, 28, tampering with physical evidence- waived to Grand Jury 11/10/08. Rickey New Mullikin, 46, operating with inactive/cancelled/ revoked motor fuel tax license; violation part 390 federal safety/ general policy; part 393 federal safety/parts needed for safe operation- dismissed on commonwealth motion. Anthony W. Harbin, 45, operating with inactive/cancelled/ revoked motor fuel tax license; violation part 390 federal safety/ general policy- dismissed on commonwealth motion. Bruce A. Shultz, 44, improper registration of commercial vehicledismissed on commonwealth motion. Barbara Scott Sorrells, 43, careless driving; operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol/drugs; possession of a open alcohol container in a motor vehicle- continues 11/12/08. Scott Michael Fackler, 37, reckless driving; operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol/drugs- brief to be filed by DA 1/12/08. Richard Glenn Hobbs, 31, operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol/drugs- brief to be filed by DA 11/12/08. Anthony Kyle Hilton, 28, operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol/drugs- pretrial conference 12/03/08 jury trial 12/08/08.

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Candidates make Brandenburg a stop on campaign trail Two key Kentucky candidates visited Brandenburg over the last several weeks as they continued touring the state and earning votes before Tuesday’s election. Republican Party candidate Brett Guthrie, who’s running for a spot in Congress, was in town Oct. 17. California Republican Congressman Kevin McCarthy (CA-22) was also traveling and voicing support for Guthrie. Democratic Party candidate Bruce Lunsford, who’s seeking a seat in the Senate, visited Brandenburg on Oct. 29, where he took the time to visit with Meade County residents and shake hands with local supporters.

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ABOVE: Brett Guthrie (R, KY32), left, and California Congressman Kevin McCarthy (R, CA-22) visited Brandenburg on Oct. 17. LEFT: Democratic Party candidate Bruce Lunsford visited with local supporters when he visited Ray’s Ford in Brandenburg on Oct. 29.

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Kids From page A1 and Dairy Queen (both sponsors of Muldraughpolis) or as Muldraughpolis police officers, who walk the “streets” handing out tickets to those who run in the halls, or walk on the wrong side of the halls. First Federal Bank is operated by student tellers and accountants, and clerks at the Treasure Island Mall sell an assortment of toys, books and personal care items. The elected fifth and sixth grade city council members meet to decide on awards for well-behaved residents of Muldraughpolis and comprise new ideas for employment. Mary Straney, a fourth grade teacher at Muldraugh Elementary School, said the students plan their own work schedules, and employees at the food court and the mall balance their registers and keep a log book

tracking their expenses. Just like Muldraugh, Vessels said students who receive “tickets” in the halls from police, must represent themselves in the Muldraughpolis court and pay a court fee. “We try to relate as much to real life as we can,” Vessels said. “The court actually has designated spots for plaintiffs and defendants.” For the students who have not made money, they are able to visit the game room and play a board game of their choice. “I brought (the game room) in last year for students who don’t have money,” Mayor Anderson said. “This way they still have something to do even though they don’t have money.” Mayor Anderson said once the karaoke machine is finally brought into Muldraughpolis, (it is currently back-ordered at Wal-Mart) he plans on discussing the possibilities of a “sports center” with principal Will

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Waitress Leslie Compton, left, cashier Zachary Anderson, center, and customer Scotty Anderson, right, stay busy at the Muldraughpolis Dairy Queen. T. Parker. “(The sports center) would be in the gym on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, and maybe Thursdays,” Mayor Anderson said. “One week we would have basketball, and another week we would have flag football or dodge ball.”

Mayor Anderson said he will miss being mayor next year when he moves on to middle school, and hopes next year’s mayor will be able to fill his shoes. He plans to revisit Muldraughpolis in the future, and hopes to one day run for the mayor of Muldraugh.

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WMMG’s Steve Robbins, left, moderates a discussion between Meade County High School seniors Clay Mills, center, and Dustin Bishop, right, during Thursday’s EdgeWise program on the local radio station. “McCain has served ... and has been a prisoner of war,” he said. “He expresses the need to stay in Iraq for a job that’s not finished. Barack (Obama) doesn’t have that kind of military experience. “McCain’s stance is to stay in Iraq until the government and economy can stand on their own.” “Going green” and becoming a more diverse energy-reliant country was something both students felt passion-

ately about. “I’m a big fan of hybrid cars,” Clay said. “It’s fascinating how much gas you can save with them. “Things like hybrid cars are a way to lead us into an age where we’re not so dependent on gas and foreign oil.” Dustin said finding alternate sources for energy is critical. “We really need to invest in solar or wind energy ...

and do what we can to lessen our foreign dependency (for oil).” Scott said the upcoming election has been a topic of classroom discussions for several weeks. He stressed the importance for 18-year-olds that will be voting for the first time on Tuesday to be informed of the candidates’ viewpoints and plans, and to understand the election process as a whole.

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Webb’s Butcher Block owner keen on crafting perfect meats By Laura Saylor editor@thenewsstandard.com

For many, sausages and cold cuts “come from” the refrigerated aisle of the grocery store, and thoughts of where the meat originated are left at that. But one local man understands the process of crafting sausages and cold cuts, and he has the technique all boiled down to a science. Marty Webb has been selling specialty meats at Webb’s Butcher Block, in Payneville, for longer than he can remember. His father, Martin Webb Sr., began what is now the family business by opening the convenience store in 1963. All five Webb children worked at the store — and spent several years sharing a bedroom with their parents in the rear of the store after their trailer burnt down. “We kind of put a makeshift living quarters in the back of the store,” Marty said. “I shared that bedroom with all of them until I was 17.” After graduating high school in 1976, Marty — the oldest son — continued working at the store and after a few years began pushing the “butcher block” side of the business. He added the “kill floor” in 1984, and had three smoke houses erected, one in 1986, 1991 and 2000. He also opened a United States Department of Agriculture approved sausage kitchen in 2000. The sausage the store produces is far from a grocery store’s typical pork. “We do a lot of buffalo, elk and venison,” Marty said. “We’ve done bear, antelope, mountain lion ... Texas oryx, and water fowl. We have llama meat back there right now.” Marty said hunters can back their trucks up to the store and unload a fresh kill then, or they can butcher the kills themselves and bring the meat to the store. Webb’s Butcher Block offers a vast variety of products the meat can be made into, including summer sausages, salamis, pepperoni, bolognas, cajun or Italian links, bratwursts, jerky, smoked venison bacon, and honey or

maple deli style hams. Marty’s biggest endeavor as of late has been creating super hot and spicy meats — something his customers can’t seem to get enough of. “People want the hot stuff,” he said. Though not a fan of eyewatering spice, Marty has a trusty taste-testing crew that tries the prototype products that use jalapeño and jabañero peppers, once a sure-selling recipe is found, it can be programmed into the computers that assist his employees in duplicating the recipe every time it’s made. “(The business) has changed a lot since I was young,” Marty said. “I used to spend nights from November through January sitting in a chair right next to the smoker with two timers clipped onto my shirt, and I’d wake up every hour or two to change the temperature and damper settings. I did that for about six or seven years.” Years ago, Marty “bit the bullet” and bought the smokehouses with microprocessors built in that regulate the settings themselves. “It kind of gave me my life back,” he said. Fifteen workers are employed at either the convenience store end or meat processing end of the business. Four generations of Webbs are currently involved with it. “My dad’s retired but he still comes around,” Marty said. “My son, Trey, works ... and my daughter, Annie, does the office work and the store, and my six-month-old granddaughter is here every day.” Marty has been passing the trade onto his son for years, and it’s a trade that has a lot more nuts and bolts to it than one may realize. The slightest variance in components can throw off the taste value of a product, and science lab equipment is used to taste the pH and acidity of products regularly. Timing, as all the Webb’s know, is everything with their business — an extra five minutes in the smokehouse can alter a product’s flavor. “After a while you get pretty good at guessing weights and at knowing what time it

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TOP: Nathan Hickerson, left, and Sam Barr, right, package meat while store owner Marty Webb watches. LEFT: Marty Webb checks the pH of a test sausage that may become an item on the menu if he can hone in on the correct taste and texture. ABOVE: Rows and rows of some of Webb’s specialty venison salami is hand-crafted and packaged at the store. is all the time,” Marty said. The busiest time of the year is unfolding at Webb’s Butcher Block as the fall hunting season sets in. Marty said the turn-around time is presently around two weeks, but once the store really gets “slammed” it may fall back to eight or 10 weeks. A lot of the products that sell are given as holiday gifts,

“It’s non-stop,” Marty said. “But I can honestly say that I love what I do.” Marty still loves sausage after all these years, citing his favorite link meat or a toss up between the pepper jack cheese Smoke Jacks and the bacon and cheddar bratwurst. Good thing he’s not a vegetarian.

Marty said, so his crew tries hard to stay on top of all the orders. Once the hunting season winds down in February, Marty and Martin Sr. hit the road. They travel around the country, visiting outdoors expos, fairs and sporting shows where they promote their products. The pair has traveled as far south as Jacksonville, Fla.

For more information about Webb’s Butcher Block, visit the store located a few miles past Payneville Elementary School on the right side of Payneville Road (Hwy. 144), or call the store at 270-496-4124 or call toll-free at 877-328-9322. For a list of products offered and pricing, visit the Web site at www.webbsbutcherblock. com.

Finde It Shoppe continues fundraisers with celebrity ‘bag off’ Staff Report The News Standard As the holiday season draws near, one local business is set on ensuring Meade County children enjoy their Christmas by supporting the annual “Shop with a Cop” program. The Finde It Shoppe turned in $1,351.94 to Officer Larry Singleton on Oct. 27. The money was raised through a yard sale and raffle, and will go toward the “Shop with a Cop” program. Additionally, Rocklin Heath, of The Finde It Shoppe, will be at Kroger in Brandenburg from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Nov. 5 to take part in the first annual “Celebrity Bag Off” that will also help raise money for “Shop with

a Cop.” Proceeds raised through the bag off will then be presented to Officer Singleton on Nov. 6 around 1 p.m. at The Finde It Shoppe. Kroger manager Ann Hiner, Kroger culture team member Kasey Turner, Rocklin Heath and the store’s new owner, Dick Hembrey, will be on-hand to present the money. Hembrey became the new manager of the store — which was previously owned by Heath — on Oct. 25. Hembrey will be holding a bake sale fund-raising benefit for Nikki and Jeff Menefee’s son, Vance, throughout the month of November. All money raised will go toward the family’s travel, lodging and medical expenses. For more information

about the benefit, contact Nikki Menefee at 270-4221651 or contact Hembrey at The Finde It Shoppe at 270422-5201. With new management at the store, also comes extended hours. The Finde It Shoppe will now be open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. It is closed on Sunday and Monday. Hembrey aims to carry on the business’ quality of merchandise, courtesy and customer service, and will also prolong the store’s fund-raising spirit by continuing to support “Shop with a Cop” and other local charitable programs, as well as local families in need. Visit The Finde It Shoppe at 125 Broadway in Brandenburg or call 270-422-5201.

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Hager brothers wear several hats keeping family farm a success By Laura Saylor editor@thenewsstandard.com

For the Hager brothers, farming ain’t quite what it used to be. Greg and J.J. Hager have been working their father’s farm since childhood, and as times have changed so has the industry — for better and for worse. They need all the help they can get maintaining more than 2,500 acres of farm land, and the speed and accuracy of modern farm equipment has proven beneficial, but when one bolt’s loose, a whole work day gets halted. “The technology in these tractors now helps get the job done a lot faster; they’re better,” Greg said. “But you can’t fix them when something goes wrong. You can’t just get under it and fix it like you can with the older ones.” J.J. said it’s hard to call the manufacturer and get a quick fix to a problem, too, saying so much of the mechanics of the machines are computeroperated that it requires a different computer to test the system and find out what’s wrong. As technology advances, so does the definition of the word “farmer.” The term no longer encompasses simply plowing fields and pushing cattle — a misconception upheld by many. The modern farmer — such as Greg and J.J. — is a mechanic, a weather forecaster, an economist and a natural resource manager, just to a list a few prudent job titles. “You’ve got to think about everything ... what you can do on the farm to handle how input costs are doubling right now,” Greg said. “What happens in the economy ... in the stock market affects us, even though we’re out in the field,” J.J. said. The Hager Farm, the core of which is located along Hwy. 144 in Flaherty, originated with J.J.’s and Greg’s father, George. “He bought about 157 acres in 1949,” said Georgia Hager,

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ABOVE:The Hagers farm more than 2,000 acres of land, the largest parcel of which is located along Hwy. 144 in Flaherty. LEFT: Greg Hager has been working his family’s farm for more than 50 years. BELOW: J.J. Hager performs maintenance work on one of the rigs used to haul grain and fertilizer.

George’s wife. “He started out with some cattle, corn, and wheat.” George had begun his farming career by helping at a large farm in Big Springs owned by Georgia’s father, Eugene Burnett. After his return from WW II, George worked at Fort Knox, then purchased two Army surplus trucks and began a lime hauling business. He then purchased his initial plot of land and initiated the current

farming operation. All seven Hager children (Janet, Debbie, Beverly, Greg, Philip, David and J.J.) pulled their weight growing up on the farm, Georgia said, though she always knew Greg, especially, was keen on the farming lifestyle. “He really took it on right after high school,” she said. “(Farming is) something he feels strong about.” J.J. attended Nashville Auto-Diesel College after high

school, subsequently starting a trucking business in 1994. He still owns the business, in addition to running his parts of the family farm. “We used to butt heads sometimes ... but we have separate jobs to take care of,” Greg said. “(J.J.) knows what he’s got to do, and so do I.” Greg upkeeps 138,000 chickens that are cooped inside four different chicken houses. J.J. stays on top of trucking orders, and together

they plant and reap several hundred acres of corn, soybeans and hay, and maintain their cattle. “(With the summer droughts) the last two years have been rough,” J.J. said. “You can keep above, but you don’t quite get ahead.” Through hard times and good, and with old-world tractors or self-guided, GPSnavigated combines, the Hager Farm has multiplied fruitfully through the likes of

tireless work by its operators. “It’s not always pretty,” Greg said. Still, farming is something that was instilled in the Hagers at a young age, and is something that drives them to carry on a family tradition today. “There’s not a lot of time to do much of anything else,” J.J. said. “You keep busy 24/7... but it’s freedom, really. You’re your own boss, and you know what needs to get done.”

When to fertilize your lawn

When it comes to lawns, most of the problems homeowners have throughout the summer are due to improper fertilization. Most of the fertilization problems are not so much in the amounts used but more so in the time when applied. I just love the advertisements that show the homeowner bragging on his golf course looking lawn that is the envy of the neighborhood. I want that lawn too! Most of the time these advertisements are promoting a specific brand of fertilizer with a specific fertilizer program schedule. Most of the time these programs include a spring and summer time fertilizer application. What is not stressed enough in these programs is that, for our area, a good irrigation system and a very sharp lawn mower blade are needed to achieve that lawn we see in the advertisement. In Meade County, the best time/times to fertilize a lawn for most homeowners is fall and winter. For our cool season grass lawns (bluegrass, fescue, ryegrass) a typical low maintenance lawn should be fertilized in late October to early November. A medium maintenance level lawn should be fertilized around the first of October and the first of December. Then a lawn that will require a higher level of maintenance should be fertilized the first of October, again the first of November, and again around the first of December. If you are going to irrigate and sharpen your lawn

mower blade frequently, more quickly with a rotary then you can add a 1/2 rate spreader. fertilizer application in late Although lawns always May. need annual applications of When applying ninitrogen, phosphotrogen fertilizer in the rus and potassium, CEA for fall, put down one to Agriculture you’ll need soil one and a half pounds tests to determine of actual nitrogen per your lawn’s fertili1,000 square feet of ty needs. It’s a good lawn. idea to take sample So how much fertilfor a soil test every izer do you have to apthree to four years ply to supply a pound to be sure your of actual nitrogen? lawn is receiving It all depends upon nutrients to meet the percentage of ni- Andy Mills those needs. trogen in your fertilA soil testing izer. The percent of service is available nitrogen is indicated by the to every Kentucky resident first number of three num- through the University of bers in the fertilizer analysis Kentucky College of Agrion the container. culture. For instance, fertilizer with There is a small service 20-10-5 analysis contains 20 charge to cover handling percent nitrogen by weight. and laboratory costs. Our Therefore, you will need county Extension Office has to apply five pounds of this additional information on fertilizer to provide one properly taking soil samples pound of actual nitrogen and materials to take these (20 percent times five equals supplies. 1). It will take three pounds Put some nitrogen fertilof a 34-percent material to izer on your lawn this fall supply one pound of actual and omit spring fertilization. nitrogen and 10 pounds of a This two-fold approach will 10-percent material. give you an attractive green The second number in lawn with more drought the fertilizer analysis repre- tolerance and fewer disease sents the percent phospho- and weed problems come rus, which generates root summertime. It also genergrowth. ates growth to cover bare The third number is the spots and freeze-killed crabpercent potassium which grass skeletons. promotes winter hardiness You’ll probably have to and stress tolerance. mow an extra time or two To prevent streaks from this fall to keep tall grass uneven fertilizer applica- from smothering itself out as tion, use a rotary (broad- it goes into the winter. cast) spreader rather than For more information cona spreader that drops fertil- tact the Meade County Coizer directly onto your lawn. operative Extension Service You can apply fertilizer at 422-4958.

Commodities Kentuckiana Livestock Market - Owensboro, KY Market Report per CWT for Monday, October 27, 2008

Receipts: 379 head Compared to last week: Feeder steers mostly steady. Feeder heifers under 600 lbs mostly steady, over 700 lbs 2.00-3.00 higher. Slaughter cows steady to 1.00 higher. Slaughter bulls steady. Slaughter Cows: % Lean Weight Price High Dressing Lo Dressing Breaker 75-80 1045-1920 47.00-53.50 55.50-56.50 40.50-45.00 Boner 80-85 870-1650 42.00-47.50 51.00-51.50 39.50 Lean 85-90 760-1060 35.00-41.50 43.50 33.00 Lean 90 725-1040 33.00-36.00 38.00-41.00 No Report Slaughter Bulls: Y.G. Weight Carcass Boning % Average Dress Lo Dress 1 1560-2135 78-79 60.00-63.50 No Report 1-2 1340-1725 74-77 55.00-59.50 No Report Feeder Bulls Large 1 Feeder Steers Medium and Large 1 Feeder Heifers Medium and Large 2 Wt Range Price Wt Range Price Wt Range Price 300-400 85.00 200-300 82.50 200-300 81.00-84.00 400-500 76.00 300-400 80.50 300-400 71.00-78.50 800-900 69.50 400-500 78.50 400-500 69.00-76.00 Feeder Bulls Medium and Large 1-2 500-600 76.50 500-600 69.00-72.00 Wt Range Price 600-700 73.50-78.00 600-700 66.00-70.00 300-400 91.00-91.50 Feeder Steers Medium and Large 1-2 Feeder Heifers Large 1 400-500 80.50-86.00 Wt Range Price Wt Range Price 500-600 82.50 300-400 100.00-101.00 200-300 90.00 600-700 75.00-78.00 400-500 84.00-86.50 400-500 67.50-74.00 700-800 71.00 500-600 79.50-85.00 Feeder Heifers Medium and Large 1-2 800-900 69.50 600-700 83.00 Wt Range Price Feeder Bulls Medium and Large 2 Feeder Steers Medium and Large 2 200-300 96.00-98.00 Wt Range Price Wt Range Price 300-400 81.50-86.00 300-400 75.00-77.50 200-300 95.00 400-500 77.50-80.00 400-500 70.50-75.00 300-400 80.00-88.00 500-600 72.00-75.50 500-600 74.00 400-500 76.00-76.50 600-700 73.00-75.00 600-700 72.00-73.00 500-600 72.00-75.00 700-800 69.00 Feeder Bulls Medium and Large 3 600-700 73.50 800-900 67.50 Wt Range Price 700-800 72.50-74.50 900-1000 67.50 400-500 64.00-72.00 800-900 65.00 Feeder Heifers Medium and Large 3 500-600 68.50 Feeder Steers Small 1 Wt Range Price 600-700 74.50 Wt Range Price 200-300 76.00 Feeder Bulls Small 1 200-300 75.00 300-400 72.00-76.50 Wt Range Price Feeder Steers Small 2 400-500 68.00-72.00 300-400 69.50 Wt Range Price 500-600 68.00-71.00 400-500 63.00 300-400 61.00 Feeder Heifers Small 1 500-600 68.00 Wt Range Price 500-600 65.00 Owensboro Grains: Bred Cows: No Test 600-700 58.00 Cows and Calves: No Test Owensboro Market Report Feeder Heifers Small 2 per bushel for Stock Bulls: No Test Wt Range Price Wednesday, October 29, 2008 Calves: 400-500 59.00 Baby Beef 155.00 per head. Soybeans: 9.00 Corn: 3.75

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ON DECK Oct. 31 Varsity Football @ Connor 7:30 p.m. Nov. 1 Optimist Club Fun Run 9:00 a.m. Middle School State Championship TBA Nov. 6 CHAMPIONSHIP GAME Freshmen Football @ North Hardin 6 p.m. SPMS Intramural Football TBA SPMS Girls Basketball First round post-season TBA Nov. 7 Varsity Football Woodford County 7:30 p.m. ALL-REGION HONORS Last Thursday, senior outside hitter Claire Cannady was named to the All-Region Team in the 3rd Region. Congratulations to a great season.

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smoothly last event,” said one of the coordinators of the event, Travis Bunch. On July 12, Mix Martial “We had a hell of a storm Arts took Brandenburg by roll in and lost power for a storm … literally. little bit. But the show still During the inaugural went on.” “Xplosive Caged Combat” This Saturday, the Xplofighting event, a sive Caged Comlarge storm blazed MMA Fights bat will once again @ through the Meade storm the KenKentucky Farm tucky Farm Bureau County area causing Bureau Building minor havoc as the Building for local lights flickered on Meade Countians Saturday and off at the host to enjoy. 7 p.m. location, the Ken“The reason we tucky Farm Bureau Build- picked Brandenburg is that ing. But the storm didn’t it was just ready to have an stop the fights nor the ac- event like this,” Bunch said. tion packed night. “There’s a large fan base of “Everything went MMA fighting there. There

are actually a lot of fighters that live in Meade County.” Fans in the area will not be disappointed as the fight card is filled with local fighters. Bunch, along with the other coordinators of the event from Xpolsive Martial Arts gym in Radcliff, Ky., wanted to give the fans local fighters to root for. “We wanted to get an all local show,” he said. “I guarantee that if you come, you will know someone who is fighting. That’s what we wanted; we want to give the fans someone to cheer for. That’s what makes it fun.”

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Brandenburg native Rocco Addessa battles an opponent during the July 12 cage fights. Coordinators of tomorrow’s fights say there will be more local fighters this time.

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Oct. 23 North Hardin 6 Meade County 0

A coach’s favorite play is the “kneel play” — especially if it’s to clinch a No. 2 seed in the district tournament. During the waning moments of last Friday’s homecoming game, the kneel play was called in the Meade County Greenwave huddle to run out the clock and inevitably capture a 10-7 win over the North Hardin Trojans. “I tell you what, it’s a good feeling,” said Greenwave head coach Larry Mofield. “You want to end the game with the ball like that. Yeah, it’s probably my favorite play.” The victory wasn’t as simple as “taking a knee,” as the game pitted the Class 6A, District 2 rivals in a pivotal matchup that determined the second seed in the playoffs and home field advantage. With the win, Meade County (4-4 overall, 3-1 district) clinched a first round home game against Louisville Pleasure Ridge Park, while the Trojans (3-5 overall, 2-2 district) will have to travel to Louisville duPont Manual for their first round game. The Greenwave victory also was its fifth straight home win over the Trojans.

CROSS COUNTRY RESULTS Results from last Saturday’s North Hardin Invitational Boys 5k Run CC Varsity 3 Breeds, Sean 5:46.3 17:55.90 5 Blair, Tyler 5:49.5 18:05.70 8 Stroud, John 5:51.2 18:11.00 9 Medley, Chad 5:51.3 18:11.30 12 Humphrey, Joseph 5:54.9 18:22.50 14 Bowen, Zach 5:59.6 18:37.20

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19 Fackler, Matthew 6:03.3 18:48.50 24 Merski, Malichi 6:12.3 19:16.70 25 Buttram, Gabe 6:13.8 19:21.30 35 King, Jordan 6:21.7 19:45.80 45 Sheeran, Ben 6:35.0 20:27.20 52 Fackler, Kyle 6:45.4 20:59.50 THE NEWS STANDARD/BEN ACHTABOWSKI

55 Beck, Travis 6:52.3 21:20.90

LEFT: As the clock wound down, Michael Addesa celebrated the win over North Hardin. ABOVE: Senior defensive tackle Anthony Ruelas wrestled down a North Hardin player.

Team Scores 1 Meade County 2 John Hardin 3 North Hardin 4 Elizabethtown 5 Central Hardin 6 Nelson County 7 Breckinrige County 8 Larue County Girls 5k Run CC Varsity 2 Level, April 6:38.0 20:36.40 7 Brown, Tiffany 6:56.2 21:32.80 20 Smith, Cynthia 7:14.8 22:30.60 21 Dukes, Stephanie 7:16.5 22:36.10 25 Lancaster, Christina 7:22.3 22:54.00 Team Scores 1 North Hardin 2 John Hardin 3 Meade County 4 Green County 5 Central Hardin 6 Nelson County 7 Breckinrige County 8 Elizabethtown

Edwards in hunt, sort of

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — It was just a few weeks ago that driver Carl Edwards endured the worst week of his NASCAR NASCAR Sprint Cup Series career. From Oct. 5-11, Edwards’ knocked out both himself and Chase teammate Matt Kenseth in a 12-car pileup at Talladega, left a Buddy sarcastic note with Shacklette Kevin Harvick’s pilot for his criticizing Edwards’ “pansy” driving and four days later scuffled in the NASCAR Nationwide garage with Harvick. At the time it looked as if the tworace, one-week setback might knock the Columbia, Mo., native out of the points Chase, but with three races left it seems like Edwards might be the only one with a chance of reeling in Chase leader Jimmie Johnson. “Anything can happen,” Edwards said. “If there’s one thing this season has shown me and all of us I guess here is that every time you think you’ve got it figured out, who is going to be the guy to beat, I think it can get turned on its head quickly. “I’m telling you, as long as we’re within 130 points going to Homestead, or whatever, we’re still going there to win a championship and it can happen.’’ Edwards did his best to keep up with Johnson this past Sunday. The 29-year old led 98 of 325 laps and won yet again at Atlanta, but problem was that Johnson did his part as well. Despite being down a

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Cards back in the Big East hunt, Cats stumble By Ben Achtabowski sports@thenewsstandard.com It’s never good to see a referee determine the outcome of a game, except for the fans on the winning end. That’s exactly what happened last Saturday in the University of Louisville Cardinals football game against the University of South Florida Bulls. With 1:29 left on the clock, U of L kicker Ryan Payne missed a 37-yard field goal wide right and appeared to give the No. 14 Bulls one more chance on a winning drive. But a South Florida holding penalty was called, giving the Cards a fresh set of

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downs to run the clock out and claim its first Big East win of the year, 24-20. But it was the right call by the referee. “We saw it on the big screen,” said U of L head coach Steve Kragthorpe. “(Bulls special teams player Justin Teachey) definitely pulled our guy down.” USF racked up 109 yards on 14 penalties, while the Cards recorded 55 penalty yards. In the 24-20 win, penalties were the difference between the two teams. With the win, the Cards

are now back in the hunt in what appears to be a wideopen Big East Conference. With West Virginia atop the Big East at 2-0, the rest of the conference teams are muddled together with one league loss. The Cards had to face one of the strongest offenses in the nation, including one of the nation’s best quarterbacks in junior Matt Grothe. Grothe came into the game with 1,552 yards and 12 touchdowns. He was also the team’s leading rusher with 316 yards and three touchdowns. “He’s such a threat not only with his arm, but also his ability to run with the

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U of L running back Victor Anderson breaks away from a USF tackler during last Saturday’s game.

SPORTS Homecoming Court crowns new king and queen

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2008 Homecoming Court

The 2008 Homecoming Court from top to bottom: Brooklynn Smith and Steve Cundiff representing Jonah Cundiff. Meagan Skaggs and Swade Stull. Callie Hobbs and Zac Crutcher. Candice Cruz and Nik Powers. Shelby Chism and Tanner Cole. Lindsey Redmon and Roger Furnival representing Alex Furnival. Cindy Padgett and Johnathon Ives. Taylor Smith and Ethan Straney. Valerie Hobbs and Dustin Bishop. Carly Wood and Nick Vujaklija.

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King and queen both stay active in and out of school Staff Report The News Standard The 2008 Meade County High School Homecoming Queen, Candice Cruz, is the daughter of Melissa and David Wiltshire of Brandenburg, and Albert and Madeline Cruz of Chester, Va. She is currently the student body president as a member of Student Government Association, she is a member of the MCHS dance team, National Honors Society, Student YMCA, Tri-M, and Youth-In-Charge. She plans on going to college and is contemplating majoring in either performing arts, law or psychology. Her favorite class is English with Miss Laura Miller.

“I get to meet a lot of new people and see everyone in the student body,” Cruz said about being active with so many student organizations. “It’s nice to be involved with the school and try to get as many people involved.” The 2008 MCHS Homecoming King, Jonah Cundiff, is the son of Steve and Jamie Cundiff of Ekron. Jonah is a member of the Pep Club, the Greenwave tennis team, the Greenwave football team, and the Greenwave soccer team. Last spring he and his tennis doubles partner, David Medley, made it to the state finals. He is also the kicker for the Greenwave football team and midfielder for the Greenwave soccer team.

MIDDLE COLUMN (top left): King and queen, Jonah Cundiff and Candice Cruz. (Bottom left) 2008 MCHS Homecoming Prince and Princess, Swade Stull and Shelby Chism. ABOVE (Top to Bottom): Crown bearer and flower girl, Addison Hibbard and Bennett Hobbs. Representing the freshman class of Meade County High School is Ashlee Sireno and Austin Schork. Representing the sophomore class is Hayley Ackerman and Bobby Baker. Representing the junior class is Lindsay Andrews and Roger Rose (not pictured). The 2007 Football Homecoming King and Queen, JJ Mote and Katie Webb.

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Hunt ‘Never give up’ attitude perpetuates football season By Ben Achtabowski sports@thenewsstandard.com

The mantra of the Greenwave football team this season appears to be “never give up.” The team stumbled out of the gates this season, dropping three straight games, but that didn’t stop it from rolling off three straight wins, including two key victories over Class 6A, District 2 opponents, Central Hardin and Nelson County. Three weeks ago, the Greenwave suffered a blistering 48-0 loss to Owensboro High School (7-1 overall, 2-1 district). But last week, the team bounced back to claim another key district matchup with North Hardin (3-5 overall, 2-2 district). “I was worried about how the team would respond after Owensboro, and they responded well to it,” head coach Larry Mofield said. “Now, you have to worry about how they will respond after the big win against North (Hardin).” This week, Meade County will have to travel to the Connor Cougars Field — just south of Cincinnati — as the season winds down to its final two games, and Mofield hopes to use that as a motivating factor. “At this point, we have two more regular season games and one guaranteed playoff game,” he said. “So we can play as little as three weeks or we can play as much as seven weeks. “You want them to grasp the reality that it’s going to be over. You want them to channel that into their preparation and their play. Our seniors only have a few games left. They’ll never get it back.” The seniors have certainly stepped up their game during big match ups. Seniors such as wide receiver/safety Michael Addesa, who had 83 yards receiving, a touch-

down, and an interception in the North Hardin win; or fullback Alex Furnival, who has led the team in rushing all year long; or defensive and offensive lineman Anthony Ruelas, who has played a major roll on both sides of the ball. The team has improved over the year, though Mofield feels the success of the team teeters on controlling the ball. “The four games we have won, we only have had three turnovers,” the coach said. “When we don’t turn the ball over it gives us a chance to win the game.” Controlling the ball and playing tough defense is the cornerstone of any Meade County team. This year has not been different. “We’ve won some games the way we knew we would have to,” Mofield said. “Wins like 10-7, 22-21 — those games are dog fights. We’re not a type of team that scores 40 or 50 points. “We’ve always tried to instill to the kids that defense wins you championships. I know its cliché and everyone says it all the time … but it’s true. That’s what we try to build here.” Tonight, Meade County faces a formidable opponent in the young Connor Cougars (4-4 overall, 3-2 district). According to Mofield the majority of their players are juniors. “They are big and physical: a typical northern Kentucky football team,” he said. “They are fundamentally sound, which is surprising because they are young. But they also all played last year as sophomores. They could be the most fundamental team we have seen. They just do things right.” Connor is led by its dual threat quarterback Nick West, who leads the team in passing along with rushing. “He runs the ball well and throws it,” Mofield said.

“He’s a good athlete. They have a couple good athletes and they have some speed. I don’t think they have any more speed than what we’ve seen this year.” Connor’s spread offense will not be new to the Greenwave. Facing teams such as Fern Creek and Apollo, the Meade County defense will be more than ready to stop the Cougars. “We have to spread the defense out to cover all the receivers, which leaves us vulnerable to the run and even more vulnerable to a running quarterback,” Mofield said. “We’re not seeing anything we haven’t seen before. They may have a few tricks up their sleeve, but it’s nothing we won’t be able to handle.” In the end, the overall key to this game for the Greenwave is not to become complacent during the last two games of the season. “We try to focus on preparing for the game on hand,” Mofield said. “We go into every week like the next game is the most important game of the year. So right now, Connor is the most important game to us right now.” Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 tonight at Connor High School. Driving directions to Connor high school from MCHS Head north on Ky-710/Old State Rd. toward Greer St. Turn right at Broadway St/ Ky-448. Turn left at Brandenburg Garnettsville Rd/KY1638/Old Mill Rd. Turn left at US-31 W/US-60. Merge onto Gene Snyder Fwy E/KY841 E. Continue on I-265 E. Take exit 35A to merge onto I-71 N. Take exit 181 toward Burlington. Turn left at Burlington Pike/KY-18. Turn right at KY-237. Turn right at KY-237 and then turn right at Cougar Path. The school address is 3310 Cougar Path Hebron, KY 41048.

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a lap and battling back most of the day, Johnson ran second to Edwards. “Honestly, I didn’t realize he was second either until we got to Victory Circle,’’ said Bob Osborne, Edwards’ crew chief. “I figured the 11 had finished second. I did see he got to third, but I didn’t realize he made it to second until I was walking back there.” With three races left in the season, Johnson leads Edwards by 183 points and Greg Biffle by 185 points. Much like the past two seasons, Johnson has shown the kind of consistency that leads to championships. Through the first seven races of The Chase, he has finished no worse than ninth, while Edwards has finished worse than third only twice — that was that two-race span that included Talladega and Charlotte, where he ran 29th and 33rd respectively. Other than those two stops, Edwards has posted five top-3 finishes. “We came here and did what we had to do,” Edwards said. “We won the race and, man, that’s all we can do. I would be a fool to go home and be discouraged about that. You’ve got to build on that, move on, and hopefully win it the next year. “It’s just amazement at how well (crew chief) Chad (Knaus) and Jimmie and those guys rebounding. I was telling somebody out there, I don’t know how many times I’ve been riding along third or fourth on a restart and there’s the 48 a lap down on the inside line and I think, ‘Man, their day is ruined,’ and by the end of the race, somehow they make it back up there, so I think we can all

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Jimmie Johnson, driver of the No. 48 car, and Carl Edwards, driver of the No. 99 car, battle for the lead position in Sunday’s NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Pep Boys Auto 500 at Atlanta Motor Speedway.

learn from that.” For now, Edwards has to hope that Johnson trips at some point — and he is able to take advantage. One favorable fact in Edwards’ immediate future is the last three drivers to win at Atlanta — which he did last week — also went on to win at Texas, this weekend’s stop. Edwards himself pulled off the feat in 2005. “I didn’t realize that,” Edwards said. “Did we do that in 2005? The tracks are a lot alike. I’m hoping that all the things we’ve been doing with Ford and all their support and the things we’ve been doing behind the scenes to make sure that our data and everything matches up and we can run well at these tracks, I hope that it carries over. “Things change so fast, though. Really, week-to-week, it seems like early in the season Jimmie and those guys weren’t that fast at these places and they figured something out. I just hope that it does carry over. That would be real cool.”

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A week removed from a devastating 48-0 loss to Owensboro High School, the Greenwave bounced back in full force last Friday night, especially the defense. “We had a real good practice this week,” senior cornerback Casey Dame said. “We came together after that loss and just focused for this game.” During the Trojans first drive of the night, a roughing the kicker penalty during a punt extended the drive down to Meade County’s 19-yard line. But the defense came up with its first of many big plays on defense when senior cornerback Josh Jorboe stepped in front of a Trojan receiver and picked off the ball. The Greenwave then drove to the 18-yard line, when junior quarterback Tyler Mattingly hooked up with senior wide receiver Michael Addesa in the corner of the end zone. Unfortunately, the play was called back due to an illegal substitution call. “We had that touchdown taken back,” Mofield said. “It was a tough call, but we rebounded back.” Meade County did not bounce back right away. The Trojans offense made some key changes to their offense: After senior quarterback LaRod King threw two straight interceptions during the Trojans first two drives, he was switched to wide receiver. The move paid dividends as sophomore quarterback Vincent Davis found King five times during a 69-yard drive, which was capped off by a 27-yard touchdown pass from Davis to King. After the successful point after attempt, North Hardin took the lead, 7-0, with 3:48 left in the first half. “You want to get to (King) and try to hit him,” Mofield said. “He’s going to get his yards. You don’t shut him down and he’ll make some plays. But we did what we had to do and we made big plays at the right times.” King, a 6-foot-5, 191 pound senior, has already signed to play football next fall with the University of Kentucky Wildcats. The Greenwave defense

knew they were going to have their hands full with the outstanding athlete. “First, we had to stop his run,” Addesa said. “We studied a lot of film. We watched every move he made. We wanted to hit him so hard tonight. We wanted him to feel it and (University of) Kentucky to feel it.” King ended the night with 156 passing, 50 rushing and 32 receiving yards, but was overshadowed by a seasonhigh five interceptions. On the ensuing drive, the Greenwave diligently drove the ball 57 yards down the field. Mattingly culminated the drive with a 13-yard touchdown, when he found Addesa on a fade route in the back of the end zone. Cundiff tied the game up, 7-7, with the extra point attempt. Mattingly ended the night with 11-for-25 and 110 yards, while Addesa caught eight of those passes for 83 yards. During the ensuing, the Greenwave defense came up big again when senior linebacker Kevin Carter picked off King for a third time and returned the ball to North Hardin’s 39-yard line with 61 seconds left in the half. Meade County drove to the 13-yard line where Jonah Cundiff split the uprights on a 21-yard field goal with time running out on the clock in the first half. Cundiff ended the night well on and off the field: His field goal proved to be the winning score, and he was named the 2008 homecoming king during halftime. During the second half, both offenses stammered and battled for field possession. “I thought we executed well tonight,” Mofield said. “In the second half, we sputtered offensively, but we got 10 points on the board and that held up. The defense played outstanding; you have to take your hats off to them.” The Greenwave defense held the Trojans offense scoreless, while grabbing three interceptions in the second half. “They’re good,” senior linebacker Jimmy Crase said about North Hardin. “We played really well and it was nice to come back and play like that after the rough week we had last week. We really pulled together as a team and

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Junior safety Alec Goodhardt intercepts the ball.

made the plays when we had to.” Addesa had a huge interception in the end zone in the fourth quarter when Davis tried to find King for a second touchdown. The final interception came with 1:16 left in the game. King rolled to his left on a thirdand-two play and was intercepted by Dame in the end zone. The Trojans received a personal foul after the play when Dame was thrown into the fence by a North Hardin wide receiver. “The ball was in the air and I just went after it,” Dame said. “I was going to take it out (of the end zone), but the next thing I know I’m in the fence. But hey, I’ll take the 15 yards.” The Meade County offense was only able to shave 22 seconds off the clock to give North Hardin one last endeavor to tie or win the game. On a fourth-and-10 play, the ball was tipped away by a gang of Greenwave defenders, securing the win. “We played great,” Addesa said. “We were excited all week to play North (Hardin) at home for a home playoff game. There’s nothing better than this. It’s better than Christmas … at least in my eyes it is.” Senior Alex Furnival was the game’s leading rusher with 55 yards on 21 attempts. Junior fullback Tyler Crowe gained 25 yards on five carries, while junior wing Kevin Graham had 37 yards on nine attempts. Freshman wide receiver Thomas Wilson had three receptions for 27 yards.

Some of the local fighters include Michael Drust, Nathen Dailey, Nathen Kelch, John Fuqua, Jason Crowe, Jason Manire, and Kenny Gordon. Even the ring girls will be from Meade County. The event will have a total of 15 fights — five more than the previous event. There are three main events, which include Sean Lasley vs. R.J. Miller and Josh Stith vs. Jason Powers. “They should all be good fights, because they are highly experienced,” said John Schapmire, fight coordinator of the event. “It should make up for some exciting fights.” As an added bonus, the final main bout of the night will be an all female fight, staring Sara Seitz and Nina Ansaroff. Seitz is from Louisville and is a hearing impaired fighter. She also is a professional womens football player and a member of the University of Kentucky Boxing Club. “That’s going to be a great fight,” Bunch said. “I think everyone will enjoy it.” The July 12 fights turned out to be a huge success for the Xpolsive Caged Combat coordinators who were only expecting a crowd between 300-400 fans. Instead, 534 spectators packed the stands to watch the first time event.

At the Nov. 1 showcase the coordinators expect even a bigger turnout. “We expect 700 to 800 people,” Schapmire said. The reaction from the first caged combat encouraged the coordinators to make Brandenburg a regular stop as the sport grows in popularity. “We want to continue to get the sport into mainstream,” Schapmire said. “We want families to come out and realize that this isn’t just a bar fight. It’s controlled; it’s regulated; it takes skill.” “The response from our first fight was great,” Bunch said. “I think what made our event so successful is the quality of fighters we brought in. Most fights, you see the fighters go straight to the ground. We get fighters who have a kick boxing background so they are a little more inclined to stand up and duke it out for a bit.” Tickets are on sale now at XMMA.org and at Little Dave’s Bar and Grill in Brandenburg, and are $25 in advanced, $30 at the door. Little Dave’s will be also catering the event and hosting an after-party for all fighters and fans. “This is going to be a real good show,” Schapmire said “Don’t even think our last show will even come close. This show is going to blow it out of the water.”

The fight card: R.J. Petermichel vs. Kyle

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Sara Seitz is slated to fight tomorrow night. She is a hearing impared fighter. Noland Levi Bowling vs. Michael Drust Nathen Dailey vs. Tim Cook Derek Yocum vs. Ricky Leitzen Stephen Carney vs. Lorenz Larkin Ronald Lyuch vs. Anthony Leitzen Benjamin Sergent vs. Jason Crowe Nathen Kelch vs. Jordan Dowell Matthew Carbaugh vs. Jason Manire Travis Crain vs. Kenny Gordon John Fuqua vs. Johnny Gonzalez Jamie Evans vs. Chris Bowman Sean Lasley vs. RJ Miller Josh Stith vs. Jason Powers Sara Seitz vs. Nina Ansaroff

Great weekend ends Motocross season

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The Meade County Fairgrounds hosted its final motocross races of the year last weekend. The track was a little bit muddy, but it didnt deter the races from continuing all weekend long ABOVE: Ryan Leedom takes a corner during one of his races. RIGHT: Camron Lane guns his four-wheeler down a straight-away.

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Jonah Cundiff kicks a 21-yard field goal, which was the eventual winning points.

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said. “They found the way to win today. There were times when they could have let Florida get the momentum but they fought hard. This is a big win for us.” The Cards will travel to Syracuse tomorrow for a 7 p.m. kickoff. Swamped by the Gators The University of Kentucky Wildcats (5-3 overall, 1-3 conference), were beaten in every aspect of the game last Saturday against the home team Florida Gators. The fifth ranked Gators (6-1 overall, 4-1 conference) had their second dominate offensive game in a row, by scoring 63 points, while the Wildcats put up a meek five points. With the loss, UK head coach Rich Brooks has made the decision to start freshmen Randal Cobb at quarterback tomorrow against Mississippi State (2:30 p.m.). However, sophomore quarterback Mike Hartline — who has started all eight games for the Wildcats — will see some playing time, according to Brooks.

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Dove hunters can find challenging hunting late into the season. Finding a concentration of birds is one of the keys to having a successful dove hunting experience. have added grains or other attractants are not legal for dove hunting. Farmers cut their silage earlier than usual this year because of the dry summer, but a hunter who can get on the remains could have the best hunting of the fall. “Silage stubble fields are good places if there are some birds,” said Rocky Pritchert, migratory bird program coordinator for Kentucky Fish and Wildlife. “Farmers are actually cutting their corn for grain right now. Those are excellent places if you can get permission to hunt them.” Large corn stubble fields can also provide good jump hunting, akin to pursuing quail. The hunter spurs the doves to “jump” up and fly by walking toward them. “ Big fields provide some good hunting in October,” Mitchell said. “You can’t cover all of it by yourself. After I scare up some birds, I watch where they land and go after them.

You can get into some good hunting that way.” Ponds are overlooked by many dove hunters. They provide reliable action from opening day until the last segment of the season. “As dry as it is, find a water hole and you’ll find doves,” Mitchell said. “I’ve done some fantastic hunting over just a quarter-acre little seep hole. It’s not fast and furious, but you can shoot 20 times, get your 15 birds and head to the house. When birds are back-pedaling into water, they are an easy target.” The best ponds to hunt are those with banks beaten down by cattle. “You want exposed banks,” Pritchert explained. “You don’t want any vegetation around the banks because doves can’t move through it. You want bare dirt.” One last option for late season dove hunters is hunting near roosting areas. Doves feed in the morning, go to water and

roost about mid-day. A smart hunter will set up near a roosting area and intercept the birds as they come in. “Cedar thickets, pines and Osage orange stands are great roosting areas,” Pritchert said. “Hunting near a roost is short-lived, but it provides about 30 minutes of really good action. You’ll need to do a lot of searching to find roosting areas. A lot of times people stumble upon them.” Doves also come to roost in the late afternoon. Hunting hours end at sunset. Dove hunting isn’t over for the year. The weather is fantastic and doves abound for those willing to do a little extra work. The first segment of dove season runs through Oct. 24. The second segment opens Thanksgiving Day (Nov. 27) and closes Dec. 5. The third segment of dove season opens Dec. 27, 2008 and closes Jan. 2, 2009. The daily bag limit is 15 birds.

Local hunters find early season success Bow season has been good to these Meade County hunters. LEFT: Josh Pierce harvested a 15 point, 204 pound deer BOTTOM LEFT: Brandon Scott bagged a 187 pound, 12 point deer. BOTTOM RIGHT: Steve Pagel captured a 216 pound deer with a 154 and 3/4 inch rack. Submit your hunting photo to The News Standard office or e-mail them to sports@thenewsstandard. com.

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Friday, October 31, 2008

Strange but True

By Samantha Weaver •It was Andrew Jackson Young, American civil-rights activist, former U.N. ambassador, congressman and mayor of Atlanta, who made the following sage - and disturbingly accurate - observation: “Nothing is illegal if 100 businessmen decide to do it.” •Those who study such things claim that by the time the average American reaches the age of 20, he or she has been exposed to more than a million advertisements. •The United States has more dogs than any other country in the world, followed by Brazil in second place and China in third. •Just to see what would happen, a group of scientists gave various drugs to spiders. The arachnids that were given caffeine created webs with random tangles, making them useless for catching insects. Interestingly, the ones that were given LSD created extremely neat webs. It’s unclear whether the scientists performed this experiment for research or just for fun. •The next time you’re heading to Boston for a little R and R, you might want to consider stopping by a rather unusual attraction. The Museum of Bad Art describes itself as “the world’s only museum dedicated to the collection, preservation, exhibition and celebration of bad art in all its forms.” •The word “wedlock” originally referred to money given to the groom by the bride’s father (presumably for taking the girl off his hands). •Thought for the Day: “The nice thing about egotists is that they don’t talk about other people.” - Lucille S. Harper © 2008 King Features Synd., Inc.

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Horoscopes HOCUS-FOCUS

ARIES (March 21 to April 19) You enjoy the attention early in the week, but it might be a good idea to opt for some privacy by week's end so that you can have more time to consider an upcoming decision.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) You unearth some surprising facts. Now you need to consider how to use them to your advantage. Meanwhile, it might be best to keep what you've learned secret for now.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) A comment by a colleague piques your curiosity to know more. Best advice: You'll find people more likely to offer information if you're discreet when making your inquiries.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Your energy levels begin to rise by midweek. This allows you to catch up with your heavy workload and still have plenty of get-up-and-go to go out on the town this weekend.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) You're probably roaring your head off about a perceived slight from a longtime critic. Ignore it. That person might just be trying to goad you into doing something you might later regret.

VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) The early part of the week is open to spontaneity. Then it's time to settle into your usual routine to get all your tasks done. A personal situation could require more attention from you.

LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) A meeting of the minds on a workplace project might well develop into something more personal for Librans looking for romance. Aspects are also favorable for platonic relationships.

SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) A more-positive mood might be difficult to assume in light of a recent problem involving the health of someone special. But by week's end, your emotional barometer should start to rise.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Look for a changed attitude from a former adversary once he or she realizes you have your colleagues' full support. Now you can refocus your energies on that workplace project.

Last Week’s Solutions

CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) This time, a difference of opinion might not be resolved in your favor. But be patient. It could all ultimately work out to your advantage, as new information begins to develop.

AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) A tug of war develops between the artistic Aquarian's creative aspect and his or her practical side. Best advice: Prioritize your schedule so you can give appropriate time to both.

PISCES (February 19 to March 20) You could be entering a career phase awash with job-related demands. But avoid being swamped by the overflow and, instead, keep treading water as you deal with demands one by one.

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Come to the GM Employee Aftermath Pre-Owned Vehicle Sale at Tony Brown Chevrolet. Our recent GM Employee sale was so successful that we are stuck dealing with the

aftermath of it! This means that we’ve traded for so many nice local trades that our pre-owned vehicle inventory is overstocked and we need to sell as many pre-owned vehicles as possible. 08 Ford Fusion ----------- $14,995 08 Ford Mustang --------- $16,995 07 Toyota Camry -------- $15,995 07 Pontiac Grand Prix ---- $12,995 06 Dodge Ram 1500 ----- $16,995 04 Ford Mustang ---------- $8,995 03 Grand Am GT ------- $12,495 02 Buick Le Sabre -------- $7,995 02 Pontiac Sunfire --------- $5,995 01 Cadillac Eldorado ---- $11,995 01 Chevy Malibu ---------- $5,995

08 Pontiac G5 ------------ $13,995 08 Dodge Avenger ------- $15,995 07 Honda Civic ---------- $17,495 05 F150 Ext Cab 4X4 ------- $16,995 05 Saturn Vue ------------- $11,995 04 Pontiac Grand Prix GT - $11,995 03 Mitsubishi Eclipse GT - $9,995 02 Ford Expedition -------- $9,995 02 Toyota Camry --------- $10,995 01 Ford Escape ----------- $9,495 00 Ford Mustang --------- $6,995

You can’t lose - we’ll give you great money for your trade and you can buy the pre-owned vehicle of your choice at the best price ever!

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Aviation Positions: Trainees needed as electricians, machinists, firemen. We provide training with pay and benefits. Must be under age 34 with high school diploma and pass security screening. 1-800282-1384. CoordinatorOutgoing and nurturing person wanted to place and supervise exchange students part-time. Make friends world-wide! Earn $750$900 per student. Must be 25 by 9-1-09 www. aspectfoundation.org. Exchange Coordinators Wanted: EF Foundation seeks energetic and motivated representatives to help find homes for int’l exchange students. Commission/travel benefits. Must be 25+. 877.216.1293.

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2 INDUSTRIAL SECURITY LIGHTS. $500 each. 270828-2927. COMMERCIAL SECURITY GATE. Approx. 15 ft. w/motor. Never been installed. Call for more information. 270-828-2927. A New Computer Now!! Brand Name laptops & desktops. Bad or NO credit- No Problem. Smallest Weekly payments avail. Its yours NOW- Call 800-8405366.

DISH NETWORK Satellite TV systems installed FREE this week! First month FREE! No bank account needed! No $$$ down needed! (866)689-0523 Call now for details!

LITTLE LAMBS now enrolling children. 6 weeks to 12 years. Call 422-5262 for more information.

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Want to start your own blog? Or supply video or text to news organizations such as newspapers, web sites, TV stations or networks? Then you need this training! The Kentucky Press Association will hold a Citizen Journalist Workshop on Nov. 13 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Eastern time in Bullitt County, near Louisville. Learn from professionals about basic reporting and writing for the web, how to blog, use of video and still cameras and multimedia. The workshop is $39 per person, paid in advance. For details and a registration form, visit www.kypress.com.

Ethnic Textiles Industry is currently having a space for the post of a part time Work From Home Clerk or Account Manager and Sales Representatives. It pays $400 per week plus benefits and takes only a little of your time. Please contact us for more details. Requirements – should be computer literate, have 2-3 hours access to the internet weekly, must be efficient and dedicated. If you are interested and need more information, contact Diane Lane at diane.lane@gmail.com. Able To Travel: Hiring eight people, no experience necessary, transportation & lodging furnished, expense paid training. Work/ Travel entire US. Start immediately. www. protekchemical.com Call 1-877-936-7468.

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Central Kentucky Premier Heifer Sale. Saturday, November 1, 2008. 1:00PM. Selling 135 first calf heifers and 40 second calf heifers. KDA screened. David Sandusky, CKPHS Chairman (270)692-7793.

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1145 Allen Road on 2 acre wooded lot in Meade County. 10 minutes from Ft. Knox and Doe Valley Golf Course. 1,800 sq ft on main level, 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, large family room, eat-in kitchen, formal living/dining rooms, oversized 2-car garage, concrete drive, 1,000 sq ft wrap-around deck, mature landscaping, garden pond, and patio; ceramic tile in entry, halls, kitchen, baths, and utility room. Finished lower level 910 sq ft, 2 bedrooms, full bath, large living room, separate drive and garage, perfect for in-law quarters. A steal at $239K.

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2754 OLD EKRON ROAD, BRANDENBURG

HOUSE FOR SALE BY OWNER

2004 – 3 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHS WITH TILE FLOORS IN KITCHEN & BATHROOMS, NEW FAUCETS, NEW PAINT. HOME IS SETTING ON 1.8 ACRES WITH A STORM SHELTER, 1 CAR ATTACHED AND 2 CAR DETACHED GARAGE. 2 CAR DETACHED GARAGE HAS HEAT, INSULATION, ELECTRIC, CABLE & PHONE HOOKUP. COUNTY WATER & SEPTIC, PAVED ROAD FRONTAGE. KITCHEN APPLIANCES ARE INCLUDED! ONLY 1 MILE FROM BRANDENBURG AND 15 MINUTES FROM FT. KNOX.

CALL 945-0500 FOR APPOINTMENT OR FOR MORE INFORMATION.

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28 acres in Meade County. Good for camping getaway. All woods, good hunting, on Pine Ridge near Battletown. Only $39,500. Call Marion at 668-4035. Bank Special! 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, large lot! Make offer! Gracious Living Realty. www.graciousliving.org email: william@graciousliving.org 800-748-5263 Bank says “Sell, Sell, Sell!”

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270-547-4222 Thinking about selling your farm give us a call we pay cash, quick closing 2837 Hwy 333 Webster, New Price $59,900. Nice 3 bedroom, 2 bath modular home, spacious rooms, nice view on almost an acre in Breckinridge County. Owner Financing Available. No Credit Checks. Open 7 Days a Week. 130 acres off 86, near Hardin and Breckinridge County, open and wooded with county water, excellent building sites, choose your tract size. $1,000 down. Owner Financing Available. No Credit Checks. Open 7 Days a Week. Nice 3 bedroom, 1 bath vinyl siding house with garage. In town 812 Park Ave. in Irvington. $54,900. Owner Financing Available. No Credit Checks. Open 7 Days a Week. 32 acres off Paul Alexander Rd. in Custer. Nice, level, with barn and spring. $59,500. Owner Financing Available. No Credit Checks. Open 7 Days a Week. Great starter or elderly persons home. 3 bd. 1 ba. located at 1015 Ottercreek in Vine Grove, across from golf course, landscaped, priced to sell at $69,900. Owner Financing Available. No Credit Checks. Open 7 Days a Week. Many lots available from 4 acres to 15 acres near Rough River. Beautiful views, only $500 down. Owner Financing Available. No Credit Checks. Open 7 Days a Week. Call our friendly sales associates today! We’re open 7 days a week, and visit our website at www.ky-landco.com. For many more listings, call 866-865-5263!

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

LOTS FOR SALE ENGLISH ESTATES Lot 8 - 1.638 acres $25,900 Lot 28 - 1.696 acres $19,600 Lot 42 - 1.224 acres $13,900 Lot 48 - 1.572 acres $15,290 Lot 49 - 1.296 acres $14,500

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

Lot 50 - 1.27 acres $14,400

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HOMES 2 bed, 2 bath, new paint & flooring. 0.8 ac Midway area of Meade co. REDUCED $37,500/$3,500 down, $376.38 mo. Pmt.* 3 bed, 2 bath, 16x80, close to Ft. Knox, updated paint and carpet. $54,900/$5,900 down, $542.43 mo. Pmt.* 4 bed, 2 bath on 1.9 ac off US 60 Irvington area of Breck Co. Broker Owned $49,900/$4,900 down, $498.15 mo. Pmt.* 3 bed, 2 bath on 1 ac., off Hobbs Reesor Rd. Agent Owned. $49,900/$4,900 down, $498.15 mo. Pmt.* *Payment based on 13% fixed rate on 360 month term. $250 closing cost. No Pre-Payment Penalty. No Qualifying. Ready for your mobile/ modular home…4.4 ac with septic, electric, deep well on site, off US 60, $32,900.

Lot 51 - 1.232 acres $13,900

Lot 10 - 3.46 acres $25,500 Lot 14 - 2.5297 acres $17,000 Lot 15 - 2.5399 acres $17,000 MEADE SPRINGS Lot 29 - 4.092 acres $35,000 Lot 30 - 4.988 acres $42,000 On Meade Springs Road HARDESTY-RAYMOND ROAD Lot 9 - 6 acres $30,000 OWNER FINANCING AVAILABLE 270-668-4857 HUNTER’S DREAM (the following properties may be divided) 112 acres in Breckinridge County. $168,000. 367 acres in Lewis County off Interstate 65. $675 an acre. 88.9 acres in Ohio County. $1400 an acre.

Hunters Paradise, 30+ ac, Rhodelia area of Meade County, Broker Owned. $2,000/ac.

We pay cash for farms or land. Call Marion at 668-4035 or www.mwlandforsale.com.

3.5 ac set up for home, Payneville area, septic, cistern, electric on site, REDUCED $22,900.

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

OWNER FINANCING AVAILABLE

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7.7 ACRES, near Irvington, beautiful home site. Ok for horses. $24,500. Must see to appreciate. $500 Down. 1-2 ACRES, near Doe Valley Otter Creek Park. Restricted to houses, county water, electric and blacktop road. 32 acres and 20 acres in Breckinridge County. County water. Electric available. Perfect for crop, pasture or horses. 32 acres near Webster. All woods. Has electric available. Nice home site and good hunting! We pay cash for farms or land. Call MW 270-668-4035 www.mwlandforsale.com

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WOODED BUILDING LOTS, located near Otter Creek Park, in Forest Ridge Estates, county water, streets will be paved, “restricted to houses”. $24,900 Financing Available for Everyone! www.kentucky-land. com, 270-828-2222. BUILDING LOTS in Milstead Estates, located near Flaherty in Hwy 144, city water available, streets will be paved “restricted to houses.” $29,900. Financing Available for Everyone! www.kentucky-land. com, 270-828-2222. HOME IN VINE GROVE, 3 bedroom, 1 ½ baths, city water and sewers, completely remodeled with new kitchen, new bathrooms, new drywall, new laminated hardwood floors and carpets, located in Vine Grove on Shelton Street. $74,900. Financing Available for Everyone! www.kentucky-land. com, 270-828-2222. 6.4 ACRES, on Hwy. 228, 6 miles from Brandenburg, city water available, lays nice for a home or mobile home. $34,900 Financing Available for Everyone! www.kentucky-land. com, 270-828-2222. Mobile Home on nice lot near Rough River Lake, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, city water, very clean and nice with new hardwood laminated flooring through-out the home. Located off Hwy. 401 and Centerview-Rough River Road. $49,900 Financing Available for Everyone! www.kentucky-land.com, 270828-2222. 5 ACRES set-up for Double-Wide Home, with city water, septic, electric, located between Otter Creek Park and Doe Valley off Hwy. 1638 and Hwy. 933 in the Woods. $39,900 Financing Available for Everyone! www.kentucky-land.com, 270828-2222. 1 TO 6 ACRE LAKE front lots on Rough River Lake, city water, long lake frontage, in a new development. Starting @ $22,900 Financing Available for Everyone! www.kentucky-land. com, 270-828-2222. 1.3 WOODED ACRES off Buck Grove Road at Eagle’s Nest, city water good septic evaluation, nice property for your home or mobile home. $24,900 Financing Available for Everyone! www.kentucky-land. com, 270-828-2222. 4 acres, water well, lays excellent, located on Shumate Road near Ekron. $24,900 Financing Available for Everyone! www.kentucky-land. com, 270-828-2222. MOBILE HOME and land off U.S. HWY 60 and Hobbs-Reesor Road. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, city water, on nice private one acre lot. $49,900. Financing Available for Everyone! www.kentucky-land. com, 270-828-2222. Land and Mobile Home near Flaherty, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, city water, very nice and clean, with new kitchen cabinets, new flooring, new paint, on 2.1 acres of land, located off Hwy. 1816 on Lake Drive. $54,900 Financing Available for Everyone! www.kentucky-land. com, 270-828-2222.

Gun Show. Nov 1-2. Sat. 9-5 & Sun. 9-4. Somerset. The Center (2292 S Hwy 27) Buy, Sell, Trade. Info: (563)927-8176. Presented by Kenny Woods Gun Show Inc. STAY AND PLAY at one of Kentucky’s top golf courses, Cherry Blossom, Georgetown. Call 502-570-9489 about Stay and Play, including furnished townhome, golf for four.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS and Narcotics Anonymous Meetings held at the Acceptance Place 1370 Hwy. 79 in Irvington, Ky. Alcoholics Anonymous meetings held every Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Wednesday nights at 8 p.m. Narcotics Anonymous meeting held Monday nights at 8 p.m. For more info, call 270-547-0347 or 270-547-0445.

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ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS, Alcohalt House, 2254 Fairgrounds Road, meets Sunday through Thursday, 8 p.m.; Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. Call 4221050.

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REPORT A CRIME, new tip line 270-422-HOPE (4673), the tip line is totally anonymous, and your identity cannot be revealed. ALATEEN meets every Thursday at 8 p.m. for teens ages 11-19 at the Alcohalt House, 2255 Fairgrounds Road, Brandenburg, Ky., 40108. Any teen whose life is or has been affected by drinking problems in a family member or friend. Call for more information, 270-547-4569 or 270-4974885. GAMBLERS Anonymous, Lincoln Trail Behavioral Center, Radcliff at 7:30 p.m. OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS Corydon Presbyterian Church. Every Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. Non-smoking. For more information, please call 828-3406. TOPS Buck Grove Baptist Church. Every Tuesday at 6 p.m. For more information, please call Lena at 4222692.

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Friday, October 31, 2008

Library hosts gala of events, new program to begin in November Submitted by the Meade County Public Library

Between school obligations and sports practice, teens today have a schedule that could rival any working adult. It’s important, however, to stress the importance of reading for pleasure. Studies show that teens who read for fun have higher test scores and are more likely to succeed in the workforce. The Young Adult Library Association, an organization that’s part of the American Library Association, recently hosted an annual contest where teens nominated and chose their favorite books of 2008. Come to the Meade County Public Library to check out these novels.

The 2008 Teen’s Top Ten 1. Eclipse, by Stephenie Meyer 2. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, by J. K. Rowling 3. Diary of a Wimpy Kid, by Jeff Kinney 4. Vampire Academy, by Richelle Mead 5. Maximum Ride: Saving the World and Other Extreme Sports, by James Patterson 6. City of Bones, by Cassandra Clare 7. The Sweet Far Thing, by Libba Bray 8. Extras, by Scott Westerfeld 9. Before I Die, by Jenny Downham 10. Twisted, by Laurie Halse Anderson The Meade County Public Library also provides other free services for teens. Stop

by the library after school for free Internet access, DVDs, magazines and free online homework help. Family Fun Reading Night Flaherty Elementary School families came together for a fun-filled evening of books, crafts, and games at Family Reading Night on Oct. 21. Nearly 160 students and parents gathered to read together and got in the Halloween spirit with crafts provided by the Meade County Public Library. Students made spider bracelets, masks, origami boxes, skeletons, and much more. The “Make a Mummy” station was also a big hit with students wrapping up their friends in toilet paper. A ring toss game, monster bowling, Halloween cornhole, and fishing for bugs and pumpkins rounded out the event. If you weren’t able to attend this program and would like more information on how to do the crafts from Family Reading Night at home, visit the library’s blog at www. meadereads.blogspot.com. Upcoming events “What I’m Thankful For” Contest; This Thanksgiving contest has three categories available to children through 6th grade. For those below third grade, children can color and decorate a workbook provided by the library to show different things they are grateful for. Pick up your copy at the front desk. Third through fourth graders are challenged to get creative in a turkey-making

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LEFT: Charles Aiden and Camilla Anne Walther were “mummified “at Family Reading Night. ABOVE: Elrad, Elisha, Ethan and Ekela Malunay proudly display their spooky spider bracelets. contest. Make a turkey out of anything you can think of. A writing contest will be held for grades five and six with the topic of “What I’m Thankful For.” Tell us about the blessings in your life! Entries must be submitted by 5 p.m. on Nov. 19 and will be judged on creativity and originality. The winner of each category will receive a trophy, prize, and have their picture submitted to local newspapers. We’re excited to learn about all the things you’re thankful for. Hannah Montana Hannah Montana fans are invited to come play “Dance Dance Revolution,” on Saturday, Nov. 15 from 1 p.m.- 3 p.m. in the annex.

Early literacy workshop for parents and caregivers Parents can begin at birth to help children learn important pre-reading skills. Join us for a workshop on Monday, Nov. 17 from 6-7 p.m. in the annex to learn how to use books, programs, and other resources at your library to prepare your children for reading success. Hear suggestions on what to read and how to read to young children so they can get the most from the experience. Give your children a lifelong advantage. Read to them often and ask today about how your library partners with parents to get children ready to read. Job search workshops: How

to Hear “You’re Hired!” Are you looking for a new job or hoping to start a new career? The Meade County Public Library will be hosting individualized career consultations beginning November. Learn skills to set yourself apart from the competition in this competitive job market and receive guidance developing your resume, searching for jobs online, writing a cover letter, creating a portfolio, and completing a mock interview. Stop by the front desk to sign up for an appointment to meet with a career counselor who will discuss your goals and help you land the job of your dreams. MCPL Quilting Club Whether you are an ex-

perienced quilter or want to learn, join us Wednesday, Nov. 12 at 2 p.m. in the annex for a callout meeting. We will have several quilts on display. Please let us know if you will be attending by signing up at the MCPL front desk. For more information contact the library at 422-2094.

New program: Mother Daughter Book Club The Meade County Library is hosting a Mother Daughter Book Club for grades 6th through 8th. Join us at the Main Street Café on Nov. 13 at 6 p.m. We will be reading Bloomability by Sharon Creech. Copies are available at the front desk of the library. Call 422-2094 for more information.

Meade County’s Future Business Leaders win ‘Battle of the Chapters’ By Avery Sydnor FBLA Reporter On Wednesday, Sept. 24, Meade County High School Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) officers traveled to Western Kentucky University to attend the annual Regional Fall Leadership Conference. While there, officers visited workshops about their offices, and attended sessions about fundraising, Business Achievement Awards, parliamentary procedure and college financial aid.

A winning team from MCHS also competed in the annual “Battle of the Chapters,” which begins with 60 questions about the history of FBLA. The team scores are combined, and the top five teams compete on stage. At the end of the battle, MCHS students Sarah Carney and Ryan Barr were the only two students left on stage. This is MCHS’s third consecutive year winning the event. Sara Carney scored the highest on the FBLA history test. The conference was opened by Clay Mills, the Re-

Payneville hosts mock elections, fire safety Payneville Elementary School student Logan Webb (pictured left) and many other students took part in the democratic process on Friday, Oct. 24 as they cast their ballots in the National Student Mock Election.

Nov. 5 - Nov. 7

MEADE COUNTY SCHOOL MENUS

MONDAY Choose One: French Toast Sticks Cereal & Toast Choose One: Chilled Juice All breakfast comes Fresh Fruit with Milk Choice

TUESDAY TChoose One: Breakfast Pizza Cereal & Toast Choose One: Chilled Juice Fresh Fruit

WEDNESDAY Choose One: Biscuit & Gravy Cereal & Toast Choose One: Chilled Juice Fresh Fruit

THURSDAY Choose One: Ham, Egg & Cheese on Bun Cereal & Toast Choose One: Chilled Juice Fresh Fruit

FRIDAY Choose One: Pancakes w/Syrup Cereal & Toast Choose One: Chilled Juice Fresh Fruit

Fresh Garden Salad Meal w/Mozz String Cheese, Crackers, Fruit and Milk or Juice or Choose One: Stuffed Crust Pepperoni Pizza Breaded Chicken Pattie on Bun Choose Two: Peas - Corn Fresh Orange Pears In Addition: Vanilla Pudding

Choose One: Popcorn Chicken Spaghetti w/Meat Sauce Choose Two: Green Beans Tossed Salad Grapes Pineapple In Addition: Hot Buttered Texas Toast

Fresh Garden Salad Box Meal w/Popcorn, Chicken, Crackers, Fruit and Milk or Juice or Choose One: Hamburger w/Lettuce, Tomato, Pickle Cheeseburger w/Lettuce, Tomato, Pickle PB & J Uncrustable w/ Mozzarella String Cheese Choose Two: Oven Baked Fries Celery & Carrot Sticks Fresh Apple - Peaches

Choose One: Hot Dog on Bun Taco Salad w/Lettuce, Tomato & Cheese Choose Two: Corn Baked Potato Fresh Pear Mixed Fruit

Fresh Garden Salad Box Meal w/Mozz String Cheese, Crackers, Fruit and Milk or Juice or Choose One: Cheese Breadsticks w/Marinara Yogurt Munchable Choose Two: Cooked Carrots Green Beans Banana - Applesauce In Addititon: Sugar Cookie

Choose One: Biscuit & Gravy Cereal & Toast PB & J Uncrustable Choose One: Chilled Juice Fresh Fruit

Choose One: Waffle Sticks Cereal & Toast PB & J Uncrustable Choose One: Chilled Juice Fresh Fruit

Choose One: Egg, Sausage & Toast Cereal & Toast PB & J Uncrustable Choose One: Chilled Juice Fresh Fruit

Choose One: Cinnamon Roll w/ Yogurt Cereal & Toast PB & J Uncrustable Choose One: Chilled Juice Fresh Fruit

Choose One: Ham Biscuit Cereal & Toast PB & J Uncrustable Choose One: Chilled Juice Fresh Fruit

Choose One Box Meal Garden Salad Meal w/ Ham & Cheese; Ham or Turkey Sub Sandwich Meal or Main Line Entree Choice w/2 Sides: Oven Fried Chicken Choose Two: Mashed Potatoes Cole Slaw Pineapple Fresh Apple In Addition: Cookie

Choose One Box Meal Yogurt Box w/choice of fruit & veggie; Ham or Turkey Sub Sandwich Meal or Main Line Entree Choice w/2 Sides: BBQ Rib Hoagie Choose Two: Garden Salad Celery Sticks Applesauce Oranges In Addition: Mac & Cheese

Choose One Box Meal Garden Salad w/Popcorn Chicken; Ham or Turkey Sub Sandwich Meal or Main Line Entree Choice w/2 Sides: Taco Salad w/Tortilla Chips Choose Two: Corn Lettuce & Tomato Mixed Fruit Fresh Apple In Addition: Cookie

Choose One Box Meal Yogurt Box w/choice of fruit & veggie; Ham or Turkey Sub Sandwich Meal or Main Line Entree Choice w/2 Sides: Popcorn Chicken w/Bread Slice Choose Two: Green Beans Cooked Carrots Pears Fresh Apple

Choose One Box Meal Garden Salad Meal w/Turkey & Cheese; Ham or Turkey Sub Sandwich Meal or Main Line Entree Choice w/2 Sides: Salisbury Steak w/Gravy & Hot Roll Choose Two: Mashed Potatoes Vegetable Medley Peaches - Fresh Apple In Addition: Cookie

Choose One: Egg, Sausage & Toast Cereal & Toast Choose One: Chilled Juice Fresh Fruit

Choose One: Waffle Sticks Cereal & Toast Choose One: Chilled Juice Fresh Fruit

Choose One: Biscuit & Gravy Cereal & Toast Choose One: Chilled Juice Fresh Fruit

Choose One: Sausage, Egg & Chz on English Muffin Cereal & Toast Choose One: Chilled Juice Fresh Fruit

Choose One: Breakfast Pizza Cereal & Toast Choose One: Chilled Juice Fresh Fruit

Choose One Box Meal Garden Salad Meal w/Ham & Cheese; Ham or Turkey Sub Sandwich; Chicken Pattie Meal or Main Line Entree Choice w/2 Sides: Pepperoni Pizza Choose Two: Garden Salad Celery Sticks Fresh Orange Applesauce

Choose One Box Meal Yogurt Box w/choice of fruit & veggie; Ham or Turkey Sub Sandwich; Hamburger Meal or Main Line Entree Choice w/2 Sides: Oven Fried Chicken Choose Two: Peas Mashed Potatoes Fresh Apple Pineapple In Addition: Cookie

Choose One Box Meal Garden Salad w/ Chicken Nuggets; Ham or Turkey Sub Sandwich; Chicken Pattie Meal or Main Line Entree Choice w/2 Sides: Taco Salad w/Tortilla Chips Choose Two: Corn Lettuce & Tomato Mixed Fruit Banana

Choose One Box Meal Yogurt Box w/choice of fruit & veggie; Ham or Turkey Sub Sandwich; Hamburger Meal or Main Line Entree Choice w/2 Sides: Shredded Pork BBQ on Bun Choose Two: Green Beans Cooked Carrots Pears - Fresh Apple In Addition: Cookie

Choose One Box Meal Garden Salad Meal w/Turkey & Chz Ham or Turkey Sub Sandwich; Chicken Pattie Meal or Main Line Entree Choice w/2 Sides: Fish on Bun Choose Two: Potato Wedges Vegetable Medley Peaches Fresh Orange

Breakfast

Lunch All lunch comes with choice of 1/2 pint drink

Stuart Pepper Middle

Breakfast All breakfast comes with Milk Choice

Lunch All lunch comes with choice of 1/2 pint drink

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Breakfast All breakfast comes with Milk Choice

Lunch All lunch comes with choice of 1/2 pint drink

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Primary & Elementary

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Payneville Elementary School had its annual Fire Safety Day on Oct. 24. Sparky the fire dog showed up in his nifty fire truck along with the Payneville and Meade County Fire Departments. Sparky taught students the following important fire safety rules: Have more than one smoke alarm per home; change the batteries once a year in smoke alarms; never remove the batteries from fire alarms; plan a family escape route; and dial 911 for help. Students were also reminded that even though firefighters may look scary in their fire gear, they are always there to help.

Pictured Left to right are FBLA Clay Mills, Ali King, Kenzie Mills, Cynthia Smith, Sara Carney, Ryan Barr, Ben Sheeran, Kita-Rae Simpson, Dustin Bishop, Paige, Hobbs, Avery Sydnor, Ashley Sydnor, Kyle Fackler, Matthew Fackler and Valerie Hobbs.

gion 2 president from Meade County. Valerie Hobbs, a senior at MCHS, also brought greetings as the State FBLA President. Members present were Sarah Carney, Valerie Hobbs, Clay Mills, Matthew Fackler, Kyle Fackler, Ryan Barr, Avery Sydnor, Kita-Rae Simpson, Kenzie Mills, Ali King, Ashley Sydnor, Dustin Bishop, Cynthia Smith, and Ben Sheeran. FBLA advisors are Michele Miller and Roxanne Sydnor.

Week 2

YOUTH MCHS band to compete at Bands of America competition Friday, October 31, 2008

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Crowd of 4,000 expected in Brandenburg for Class AAA semifinals Saturday Submitted by Robin Ramstien and the Meade County Board of Education

"We’re excited about another great season and enjoyed performing for the many Greenwave fans all over the state and region,” said band director Bruce Soderstrom. “Meade County Band has a reputation for a tradition of excellence and always playing college-grade music. Our students always show respect to other bands and their hard work." Helping Soderstrom lead the band is assistant director

Matt Williams and the section leaders. These students have proven themselves to be hard working leaders by being first chair performers. The band staff is not very big, so they get a chance to do a lot of teaching. The section leaders are in charge of communicating with their section, and helping to work out any problems. Band officers and field commanders help the band director get the show on the field with dedication and hard work. In addition to football games, the marching band has performed in several hometown parades and par-

ticipated in band competitions all over the state. The Meade County Marching Band competes at "Bands of America" in Indianapolis on Nov. 14-15. MCHS hosts Class AAA semifinals The Kentucky Music Education Association (KMEA) Class AAA State Preliminaries - Semifinals are being held at Meade County High School on Nov. 1. There will be 16 high school bands from around the state attending the competition along with their families. Winners of the semifinals will advance to the state finals held at Papa John’s stadium in Louisville. The Meade County Board

PHOTO COURTESY OF ROBIN RAMSTIEN

Members of the Meade County Marching Band stand in formation during quarterfinals. The band is practicing for the conclusion of its season in Indianapolis on Nov. 14-16. of Education would like everyone to know that an estimated 4,000 people will arrive in Brandenburg that day, and traffic at and

Third-grade students go on a 'Safety Safari' Meade County third graders attended the eighth annual "Safety Safari" last Friday at St. John’s Education Building. Employees of the Meade County Health Department and Family Resource Center hosted five classes for the students regarding bike safety, gun safety, Halloween safety, home poison look-alikes, and Internet safety. Each student received a free bike helmet, courtesy of ARCH Chemicals, while learning various bike safety measures. "Safety Safari" has become a tradition with the third grade classes in Meade County since the program began in October 2000. According to Debbie Hesler, a nurse educator for Meade County Schools, the safety subjects change from year to year, but the program always features bike safety so students can receive their free helmets.

around the high school, in town, and at restaurants will be expected. For more information contact the MCHS at 270-

422-7530 or Mr. Bruce Soderstrom in the band room at 270-422-3686 or e-mail him at bruce.soderstrom@ meade.kyschool.us.

SPMS hosts 'Renaissance Reward'

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Stuart Pepper Middle School celebrated academic excellence with an outing to the Roberts’ Family Farm in Guston. Following the first nine-week grading period, students with a GPA of 3.0 or higher or with an E-card for exceptional effort were allowed to attend. SPMS is off to a great start with over 73 percent of Students earning this reward.

ABOVE: Melissa Kinnard, of the Meade County Health Department, shows third grade students the similarity between a can of Parmesan cheese and Comet Cleaner, and explains how important it is to always read the labels of house hold items.

Halloween Trick or Treat

RIGHT: Meade County third grade students show interest in a bike safety video while attending the “Bike Safety” class. Each student received a free bike helmet.

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Students commit to be drug-free during Red Ribbon Week Submitted by David T. Wilson Elementary School Red Ribbon Week (beginning Oct. 20) is being celebrated all over the country in honor of “Kiki” Camarena who was killed trying to keep drugs out of our country back in the mid1980s. David T. Wilson Elementary has joined together to show its support for Red Ribbon Week by creating drug-free banners. These banners can be seen hanging in the commons area to show the commitment students have made to be drug-free.

A full recap of

Elementary Cross Country results and photos will be featured in next week's issue of

The News Standard.

Christmas Pageant November 22 Begins at 9 a.m.

Brandenburg Primary School LITTLE MASTER & MISS PRECIOUS CHRISTMAS (AGES 2-4) LITTLE MASTER & MISS CHRISTMAS (AGES 5-7) LITTLE MISS PETITE CHRISTMAS (AGES 8-10) LITTLE MISS TEEN CHRISTMAS (AGES 11-14, NOT PAST 8TH GRADE) MISS CHRISTMAS (AGES 15-18, NOT PAST 12TH GRADE) Registration will be Nov. 1 and 8 at Meade County High School from 10 a.m. to noon Cost is $30 per couple, $20 an individual For more information, please contact Mary Ackerman @ 422-5936 or Anita Hobbs @ 422-4108 Sponsored by MCHS Cheerleader Boosters

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Homemakers News

Friday, October 31, 2008

Achievement

Amanda Barger

Amanda Barger graduated from Galen College of Nursing on Oct. 24. There will be a covered dish Graduation Party on Nov. 2 at 1:00 p.m. at the Knights Of Columbus Hall in Brandenburg. All of her friends and relatives are invited.

Meade County Extension Homemakers take a group picture while touring in Old Town Artisan Village during their trip to Berea, Ky. last Thursday.

Homemakers make trip to Berea Berea, Ky., â&#x20AC;&#x153;Where Artâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Alive,â&#x20AC;? was the destination for 44 Meade County Extension Homemakers on Thursday, Oct. 23. The group took a tour bus southeast on a beautiful sunny day, leaving early in the morning and returning ten hours later. Berea is a living, breathing, near-Utopia nestled in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, on the edge of the Daniel Boone forest. It has one-of-a-kind handmade crafts to delight, dazzle and inspire. Creativity is alive and adventures await with 40 plus shops, studios, and galleries. We visited with the artists, browsed, wandered, and nibbled our way around the area. The first stop was the Kentucky Artisan Center, located on Interstate 75 at Exit 77. It provides the perfect introduction to the exciting array of crafts and arts made in Berea and throughout Kentucky. The

centerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 25,000 square-foot Kentucky limestone facility features special exhibits and convenient shopping featuring hand-blown glass vases, pewter ornaments, handthrown pottery bowls and mugs, colorful quilts, handwoven baskets, whimsical garden creatures, and all kinds of jewelry, as well as books, music and specialty foods all made in Kentucky. After lots of shopping, the ladies enjoyed lunch at the cafeteria. It was all homemade southern cooking, yum-yum. The next stop was downtown to College Square. Berea College has an enduring legacy of a strong Berea student crafts program. For over a century. The artisan teachers and students have demonstrated a commitment to excellence in designing, making, teaching, and collecting crafts from across the Appalachian region and beyond. Here you

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will find a wonderful collection of shops, studios, galleries, and restaurants. There was plenty of time for shopping and sightseeing before we boarded the bus again for our last shopping of the day. Our final stop was The Old Town Artisan Village where the Berea Welcome Center is located in a restored 1917 L&N Railroad Depot and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. From there we walked around Old Town and visited the many shops and working studios. It was interesting to view the artists create their special crafts. We saw Neil Colmer and his wife Mary weave cloth in wool, linen, and cotton on shuttle looms at their shop, Weaverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bottom. The material is then sewn into curtains, dish towels, place mats, tablecloths, and other beautiful pieces. Mary is also well known for her

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corn shuck dolls done in the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Ritchieâ&#x20AC;? style. At the Images of Santa Claus shop we had the opportunity to speak with the owner, Lindy Evans, a renown sculptor of dolls and Santa Clauses. She explained her methods and signed pieces for us. Other craft studios in Old Town made glass beads, jewelry, paintings and photography, glass blowing, woodwork, and there was an awesome home-made fudge and ice cream shop. Our driver, Steve, of Toby Tours, then brought us all safely back to the Extension Office. Everyone enjoyed this trip very much, and we are already discussing where we want to go next. If you would like to join one of our homemakers clubs, please call the Extension Office at 270-422-4958. Submitted by and contact for this article: Annette Hornsby 270-668-4253

Happy Birthday October 31: Bill Pike; Ryan Allgeier, Wilbert Gilley, Mary Bandy November 3: Donnie Fackler, Veronika King, Payton Johnston, B.J. Wemes November 4: Donna Geddes, Wilson Haynes November 5: Alex Druzhinin November 6: Doug Mattingly

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Dana Brown

Dana Brown presented the program at the October meeting of the Ancestral Trails Historical Society (ATHS). Brown spoke on â&#x20AC;&#x153;writing a Novel Based Upon Family Genealogy.â&#x20AC;? The next meeting of ATHS will be held Nov. 7 at the Hardin County Public Library in Elizabethtown, Ky., where Les Dawson will present a program on â&#x20AC;&#x153;Nathan Bedford Forest, Securing Equipment in Louisville for the Confederate Regiment & Connection to Some Garnettsville Boys.â&#x20AC;? Submitted by Carolyn Wimp.

From the whole famliy.

2008 Miss Harvest Pageant

The 2008 Miss Harvest Pageant was held Oct. 25 at the Robertâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Family Farm. Winners were from (from left to right): Tiny Miss Runner-up, Brooklyn Mattingly; 2008 Tiny Miss, Peyton Drummond; 2008 Miss Fall Harvest, Adrienne Poole; 2008 Lilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Miss, Alanna Meadows; Runner-up Lil Miss, Jena Wilkins.

Marriage Licenses Tania Fay Davis, 36, of Payneville, daughter of Katie Diane Murphy and Harry Truman Ferguson, to Robert Lawrence Caudill, 38, of Payneville, son of Sharon Lynn Caudill and Bob Moore. Marlene Anne Taylor, 22, of Corydon, Ind., daughter of Jessie Sandra Dennison and Jeffery Paul Taylor, to Joseph Aaron Short, 22, of Corydon, Ind., son of Patricia Ann Flynn and Phillip Short. Mary Evelyn Faith, 53, of Corydon, Ind., daughter of Lola June Meredith Walker and Eugene Walker, to George Ivy Cotten, 74, of Corydon, Ind., son of Lucy Ellen Robbins Cotten and Ivy George Cotten. Monica Lynn Eleenor, 25, of Radcliff, Ky., daughter of Cynthia Marie Haggard and Deemar Lawrence Eleenor, to Gary Williams, Jr., 24, of Radcliff, Ky., son of Brenda Lee Russell and Gary Wayne Williams, Sr. Rosemary Clark, 63, of Elizabethtown, Ky., daughter of Thelma Graham and Winnie Webster Miller, to Joseph Adrian Clark, 55, of Elizabethtown, Ky., son of Edna Francis Smallwood and Hubert Henry Clark. Molly Risa Grieser, 19, of Hardinsburg, Ky., daughter of Stephanie Maria Aicher and William Scott Grieser, to Kyle Herndon Lenn, 22, of Brandenburg, son of Cynthia Elaine Kummer and John Herndon Lenn. Beverly Sue Bolton, 46, of Brandenburg, daughter of Mary Ann Hellmann and Gerald Reed Bolton Sr., to Dennis Lee Cain, 40, of Brandenburg, son of Joyce Ann Montgomery and Jessee Franklin Cain. Jennifer Lea Patton, 34, of Brandenburg, daughter of Joyce Ann Storey and Larry Wayne Brothers, to Michael Dominick Jackey, 38, of Brandenburg, son of Virginia Lee Meschede and Robert Joseph Jackey.

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MEADE COUNTY BANK River Ridge Office Inside Kroger 270-422-4411

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Muldraugh Office Dixie Highway 270-942-1140

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