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The Garden Path is a candy store for green thumbs, and its customer care and service are unparalleled, thanks to owner Rebecca Morrison.
Midway farmer Nicholas Hardesty is the head honcho of his selfstarted farming operation and he’s seen a wealth of success, even at the ripe age of 22.
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Hit and run investigation continues, victim coping Laura Saylor editor@thenewsstandard.com
On Oct. 12, 2008 a stranger horribly changed the life of a Meade County woman forever. Now, two months after 41-year-old Maria Benham endured a near-fatal
hit-and-run accident, she’s working with local authorities to find the man that disjointed her life. “I want him to be caught and I want to be able to ask him why he did what he did,” Benham said about the driver that hit her. “I forgive him every day ... but I want
“I looked back and thought, ‘Oh, my God, he’s not going to stop.’” —Maria Benham, accident victim him to know that you don’t just leave somebody laying there.” Benham left her house in
Ekron during the mid-afternoon on Oct. 12, heading toward Louisville on her motorcycle where she planned
to visit the grave sites of her parents. Less than two miles from her home, Benham rounded a curve on KY 1238 and saw a small- to midsized pick-up truck that was towing a trailer coming straight at her. “This isn’t just another motorcycle accident statis-
tic,” Benham said. “He was over the line. He was in my lane. He was coming right at me and would have hit whoever was in the lane.” The truck struck Benham first, bending her side view mirror back and crushing
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High school senior lost in fatal accident
MARC members find holiday spirit at Knights of Columbus event
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ABOVE: MARC member Romey Moore gives a kiss to Helen Shaw as they wait to receive presents from Santa. BELOW: Timmy Doyle, left, and Gary Mattingly sing “A Crippled Boy’s Prayer” and “Peace in the Valley” during Sunday’s dinner.
KNIGHTS OF CHRISTMAS
Local business burglarized
Catholic fraternal organization raises funds to make holidays brighter for the intellectually disabled
Parrish Implement West broken into, money stolen By Crystal Benham crystal@thenewsstandard.com
By Laura Saylor editor@thenewsstandard.com The Knights of Columbus carried on a long-withstanding tradition last weekend by hosting its annual holiday dinner that made Christmas merrier for a group of local residents. The St. Teresa Council No. 2282 of the Knights of Columbus welcomed several men and women from the Meade Association for Retarded Citizens (MARC) to enjoy a hearty meal, gifts from Santa, and a message of goodwill Sunday afternoon at the council’s headquarters in Brandenburg. The Catholic fraternal organization raised $2,666.50 during its annual Tootsie Roll drive, which began in October. During the drive, members took donations as they distributed Tootsie Rolls at road blocks and in front of local stores. Eighty percent of the proceeds is returned to the local Knights of Columbus council to be donated to institutions of their choice. MARC has been the receiving party of the St. Teresa Council’s fundraising efforts for several years. The other 20 percent of proceeds is put toward the state council’s support of Special Olympics. “We’ve been doing the Tootsie Roll drive for a long time
.. and we’re just happy that it went well again this year,” said Charlie Wilkins Jr., who was chairman of the Tootsie Roll drive this year. After dinner, MARC members Timmy Doyle and Gary Mattingly performed songs, and Knights of Columbus Grand Knight James Thissen thanked donators and special contributors that helped raise funds for the group’s worthy cause. He presented the check for $2,666.50 to MARC president Beatrice Moore. Santa Claus (played by Ron Able) then surprised MARC members and children in attendance by giving gifts and posing for pictures. More than 120 Knights of Columbus members, their families and MARC members attended the event.
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Eighteen-year-old Chelsea Stinnett was pronounced dead at the scene of a fatal car accident in Payneville on Dec. 11. The collision occurred around 7:15 a.m. on KY 1239 between Midway and Payneville. Stinnett lost control of her car while rounding a curve. Her vehicle rotated counterclockwise and crossed into the Chelsea northbound lane, where it Stinnett struck an oncoming pickup truck driven by Randall Henderson, 23, of Battletown. Henderson sustained life-threatening injuries and was transported to the University of Louisville Hospital by Meade County EMS, according to a police report. Stinnett’s mother, Dawn Wise, responded to the scene of the accident, unaware that her daughter was involved in it. Stinnett was an MCHS volleyball team co-captain and the basketball team’s sole senior player. Friends and classmates organized a special memorial held Sunday at the high school gymnasium. Funeral services were held Monday in Louisville.
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BRANDENBURG — Police responded to a 911 call last week that led to the investigation of a burglary at Parrish Implement West, a farm equipment retailer located on Broadway. The witness who placed the 911 call told police someone entered the building through the back door, then fled on foot. Officer Scotty Singleton arrived at the scene to find broken glass from the back door of the building. Upon investigation, an undetermined amount of money was taken from the register. Investigation continues, and there are no suspects at this time. An owner of the business, who wishes to remain anonymous, said a similar incident occurred on Nov. 11 when police found someone attempted to break into the shop by breaking the back door window glass, though nothing was reported stolen. Police Chief Jeff Cox urges anyone with information about the burglary to contact Brandenburg City Police at 270-422-4981.
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Board of trustees holds last monthly meeting at Station No. 1 By Crystal Benham crystal@thenewsstandard.com
The Meade County Fire Protection District (MCFPD) Board of Trustees held its last monthly meeting at Station No. 1 in Brandenburg Monday night. “I’m sure that Chief (Larry Naser) will be glad to host (the board of trustees) in the new facility next month,” Chairman Martin Bosemer said. Trustee members and firefighters were excited to hear Bosemer’s updates on the new fire station — which is where next month’s meeting is planned to be held. The building is ahead of schedule by two weeks and all major subcontractors projects are expected to be complete by the end of the week, Bosemer said. Appliances are expected to be installed either today or Monday. “Hopefully we’ll get a certificate of occupancy either this week or the week after, depending upon the inspector being there,” Bosemer said. “(Koetter Construction) has met all the conditions so far, and they don’t expect to see any problems.” Some details such as land-
Coping From page A1 her left hand. The trailer then clipped her and partially severed her left leg from her body. Benham held her leg with one hand and continued to steer her motorcycle with the other hand. “My first thought, besides the pain, was to get off the road, or I’m going to hurt somebody else,” she said. Benham stopped her motorcycle 160 feet from where she was injured. She looked back at the truck and saw the brake lights flash on then watched the vehicle drive away. “I looked back and thought ‘Oh, my God, he’s not going to stop,’” Benham said. Alison Bertschy was driving in a car behind Benham. She pulled over, called 911 and ran to Benham’s side. “The guy in the truck almost hit (Alison), too,” Benham said. “He was going so fast, his trailer was going all over the road.” Sheriff’s Deputy Brandon Wright was the first official to respond to the emergency. “It was God’s work ... that he arrived so soon,” Benham said. “(Wright) was there within a minute ... because he was running late for work and was still at his house right around where I got hit.” Wright made a tourniquet around Benham’s leg using his ASP police baton and a shirt. “I lost 10 units of blood right there on the road,” Benham said. “If he hadn’t have done what he did, I’d be dead.” Benham’s husband, Troy, her bother, Eddie Webster, and nephew, Paul Webster, were both held up in traffic
scaping and exterior painting have been deferred due to weather conditions and are expected to be finished by March or April. After the New Year, the board plans to discuss the purchase of a brick sign to place by the entrance of the building. The sign will have the MCFPD emblem on it along with an inspirational quote. According to Bosemer, Koetter Construction has done more than build the MCFPD a beautifully updated structure. “They have been very courteous, and in doing so, they have saved us approximately $18,000 on construction interest,” Bosemer said. “MCFPD will only pay $7,000 interest versus the $25,000 originally expected.” Naser also managed to save the board another $2,000. When the board first discussed the details of interior appliances for the training room, it agreed to purchase a large over-head projector. Not too long after, Naser came back to the board and said purchasing a large LCD screen TV would be more effective for training purposes and would save
the board a money. Bosemer said the TV was paid with MCFPD training funds. “We’re about $10,000 to $15,000 under budget with Koetter,” Bosemer added. “Chief (Naser) expects the building to be operational some where around Dec. 30.” Board member T. Parker commented on the building saying it is “an impressive structure,” and he commended the board members and firefighters for their hard work throughout the construction process. In other MCFPD news: •The state agreed to permit the MCFPD to use LED solar-powered strobe lights, also known as signal light changers, at intersections in Brandenburg. The lights will be installed at Hwy. 1051 (ByPass) and Old Ekron Road. The lights contain a sensor that pick up sound waves from emergency response vehicles’ sirens, which trigger the signal lights to change all to red, or change the favoring light of the emergency vehicle to green. Bosemer said the purchase of the lights is pending until he can finalize costs. In the meantime, the state
that was stopped due to her accident. “I was stopped in traffic, and the first thing you think is ‘I hope everybody’s OK’” Troy Benham said. “Then a guy came walking by the line of cars and said a lady was hit on her motorcycle ... and that’s when I knew.” Maria Benham was eventually transported by helicopter to University of Louisville Hospital. In addition to her leg injury, she sustained multiple fractures in her left hand, three broken ribs and a collapsed lung. “I died four times,” Benham said. “Twice on the road ... and twice on the operating table ... but I remember just asking them to please save my leg but I knew in my soul they couldn’t.” Benham remained conscious until she was anesthetized at the hospital. She spent 30 days combined at the hospital and Frazier Rehab Institute. “They said I was doing too well,” Benham said. “They sent me home and I was doing okay with crutches and a walker.” Benham and her husband were decorating their home for Christmas in mid-November — a few days after she returned home from the hospital — when she fell in her living room and broke her right ankle. Her foot will be in cast for the next several weeks. “He took everything that he could from me ... besides my life,” Benham said about the driver of the truck. “It’s humiliating. I’m a 41-yearold woman and I have to be carried around ... I can’t cook, moving around is hard, taking a bath is difficult ... everything is changed.” Benham said she’s endured good days and bad days since the accident, and though coping with the ac-
cident is impossible sometimes, she’s determined to continue to live her life. In January, Benham will receive what she calls a “bionic leg” — a prosthesis that will allow her to walk again. “I should be able to do anything ... even ride a (motorcycle) again if I want to,” she said. Benham has been working with the Meade County Sheriff’s Department and the Kentucky State Police since the accident to try to identify the hit and run driver. “We have a person of interest,” Meade County Sheriff Butch Kerrick said on Tuesday. “Things were fitting together but we couldn’t find that last piece.” The Kentucky State Police were going to test the suspect’s trailer for blood pathogens, but it had been recently washed prior to the testing, Kerrick said. Kerrick said the person of interest — who is not a Meade County resident — has hired an attorney, which halted the interview process with him. Kerrick stressed the anonymity of the sheriff’s department tip line, and urged anyone with information about the accident to call. Although authorities have a person of interest, Benham said she doesn’t want witnesses or anyone with information to think the case is closed. She also asked anyone with any insight to call the tip line. “It was a beautiful Sunday afternoon ... people were coming home from church, they were out in the yards,” Benham said. “Somebody had to have seen something.” Though Benham remembers clearly making eye contact with the driver before he hit her, she said she’s doubtful she would be able to iden-
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Finishing touches are being made to the district’s new fire station, which should be operational by the end of December, according to chairman Martin Bosemer. will place yellow caution signs at the same intersections where the lights will be. The signs will depict a fire engine, letting drivers know there is a fire station in the area. Naser said the lights are used to decrease the amount of emergency response related accidents at intersections. Bosemer said the lights proved effective in larger cities such as Bowling Green, Ky. and Lexington. •Naser reported a total of 25 runs during November, 10 of which were medical emergency assist runs. The
department’s average response time is around eight minutes. •The MCFPD sent flowers to the family of Mike Wise, who recently passed away. Firefighters and other members attended the funeral. Wise served as fire chief for the department for 12 years, according to Naser. •Naser met with trustees Dee Decker and Mike Curl to discuss previous issues with EMS assist calls. Their recommendation to the board was to continue responding to EMS assist calls, but to limit the number of emer-
gency vehicles dispatched when feasible. •Seagrave Fire Apparatus representative Dennis Downs visited Naser on Monday and inspected the fuel line of Quint 40, the department’s dual purpose fire engine and ladder truck. Possible problems with the fuel line have been expressed at previous meetings. Naser said Downs informed him Seagrave Fire Apparatus would send the department the part needed to fix the fuel line, but MCFPD would be liable for labor fees.
tify him in a line up. Benham said the love and support of her husband have been immeasurable, calling Troy her angel. Her four-year-old grand-nephew, Ethan Webster, has also been her close companion and wheelchair navigator over the last several weeks. She feels indebted to Wright, Bertschy, her family and friends, Meade County EMS and everyone that helped save her life and those who sent prayers and encouragement. Her niece and nephew, Jeremy and Juliet (Webster) Watts provided assistance with medical bills by holding two Frisbee Golf benefit
tournaments last fall. They also helped make external alterations to Benhams’ home to better accommodate her limited mobility. “I wasn’t able to have children of my own and Juliet is my best friend and the daughter I never had,” Benham said. She also offered thanks and sympathy to EMT Dawn Wise, who lost her teenage daughter in a car accident last week. “You never know,” Benham said. “You never know when God will take what he gave.” Benham said she can’t find the words to tell people how savored every day should be,
and how no moment should be had without thanks. She said now, months after the accident, is when the worst of the grieving sets in. “After it happens it’s like you’re in shock but now … that you’re accepting it, that this is how it’s going to be for the rest of your life … is when you need a friend the most,” Benham said. “I’m just glad it was me and not somebody else,” Benham said about the accident. “God knew I was strong enough to handle this.” Anyone with information is asked to anonymously call the Sheriff’s Department tip line at 270-422-HOPE (4673).
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Shop local, support locals Money is tight for just about everyone this holiday season, and while many are choosing to cut back on gift-giving this year, the editorial staff encourages those who are playing Santa to support the local economy. Large retailers supply the same gizmos and gadgets at stores all across the country, but it’s the small, individuallyoperated local shops that offer a unique perspective into the world of gift-giving. Everett and Allie’s, The Finde It Shoppe, the newlyopened Rocklin’s Corner, Joyce’s Decor and More, Lia Sophia Jewelry, Unique Creations, Got Game, Duckie’s Produce and Gift Shop, and The Ridin’ Room are just a few local businesses that offer items unique to the area — and friendly customer service, which retail chains are scarce to provide this time of year. Gift certificates to local restaurants, hardware stores, massage businesses, hair salons or florists are a wonderful surprise, and specialty items that can’t be purchased anywhere else in the world are available at the likes of Webb’s Butcher Block and the Meade County Extension Office, where the local Homemakers group is selling afghans depicting scenes from around the county. Think local and visit area stores before venturing to Louisville or Elizabethtown for holiday shopping, and see what gifts are homegrown in Meade County.
Tobacco settlement hit 10-year mark in Nov. FRANKFORT — It didn’t receive a lot of fanfare, but late last month marked the 10-year anniversary of the $206 billion dollar settlement between the states and the major tobacco companies. As many of you may know, Kentucky chose an innovative path for its portion of the money. In 2000, the General Assembly set aside half for agriculture and half for programs to help our youngest and sickest citizens. Farmers began seeing the fruits of this plan about eight years ago, and according to a University of Kentucky study released this fall on the settlement, the long-term return has more than met expectations. Proof of that came early this month, when we learned that Kentucky’s farm receipts — expected to reach $4.7 billion in 2008 — will set another record high. It’s a third more than farmers made in 2001. Farming’s portion of the tobacco settlement has
Kudos to Chamber of Commerce for ‘Trot’
Several employees of The News Standard attended last Monday’s Jingle Bell Trot and all were elated over the success of the community-oriented event. More than 200 locals took part in the annual run/walk through downtown Brandenburg. Participants mused at the bright lights of Christmas by the River, while also getting a little exercise. It is a feat to be found when that many people are apt to hit the streets during an early December evening for a 1.8 mile jog, but the event played out in applaudable fashion. Not only did the Trot promote the downtown area, the library, and the Chamber of Commerce, but it also promoted healthy living. The editorial staff gives a pat on the back to all who participated in and/or organized the 2008 Jingle Bell Trot. We hope this is a catalyst for future events like the Spring Sprint or Fall Frolic, but until then the Jingle Bell Trot will continue to rock the night away.
Reports show Gulf War Syndrom is real Veterans Post Freddy Groves Seventeen years after the first Gulf War, there’s a report out that concludes, finally, that Gulf War Syndrome is real. The study by the Research Advisory Committee on Gulf War Veterans’ Illnesses agrees with the literature that all of the symptoms — cognitive difficulties, rashes, intestinal and digestive problems, pain, headaches, breathing and heart problems — are genuine physical illnesses, not mental ones. But wait ... didn’t this information already come out? I wrote in this column earlier this year about a comprehensive study of the literature, done by Dr. Beatrice Golomb, that concluded that Gulf War Syndrome was real and caused by the PB (pyridostigmine bromide) anti-nerve gas pills and pesticide exposure. She had investigated 115 previous studies on the same topic, showing “presumptive criteria for causality.” The new report has the same conclusion and lists the same two possible causes: neurotoxic exposure
to PB pills and pesticides (DEET and permethrin). With PB, the more pills that were taken, the worse the illness. The report concludes specifically that “scientific evidence leaves no question that Gulf War illness is a real condition with real causes and serious consequences for affected veterans ... and cannot be attributed to psychological stressors during the Gulf War.” The report points out that research programs to address the problems (to the tune of $340 million) haven’t been effective because they’ve concentrated on the stress and psychiatric aspects instead of the medical ones. Whether this is the final word on Gulf War Syndrome, only time will tell. Still, it’s good to have yet another committee’s research, especially one that’s so clear in its recommendations: “The Committee recommends that highest priority be given to research directed at identifying beneficial treatments for Gulf War illness.” Write to Freddy Groves in care of King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475, or send e-mail to columnreply@gmail. com.
gone to several broad areas: Large projects like Hopkinsville’s ethanol plant; county-level programs that provide cost-sharing money to help farmers with such things as fencing, hay production and cattle; and loan programs for farmers needing financial capital to strengthen their business. According to the UK study, 64 projects received at least $100,000 between 2001 and 2006, and the return on investment was nearly two-to-one. The county cost-sharing programs, meanwhile, provided nearly $100 million to more than 72,000 farmers during that time. The study found that more than 500 new products have been created by agricultural entrepreneurs, ranging from industrial glue to private-label food products. Many of those undoubtedly qualify for the “Kentucky Proud” program, which lets consumers know what products are made entirely in the Common-
Gov. Steve wealth. The study called problems, it “one of the most success- Beshear unveiled his proful” state-branding initia- posal last Thursday to tackle the nearly half-billion tives in the country. deficit that state Last month, the Kentucky Agricul- Legislative government must resolve by the end tural Development Update of June. Board gave the proIt will now be gram $3.3 million to up the General Asbuild on its success. sembly to weigh his An agricultural plan’s merits durleadership program ing the 2009 Regugot $1 million, and lar Session and $5 million went to see what course of the loan program for farmers. Altoaction we should Jeff Greer gether, the board take. has given $279 milYour input in this lion to nearly 3,400 propos- process is critical to what als since 2001. we ultimately do. If you Under the rules of the have any suggestions, or settlement, the money from any comments about the the tobacco companies will governor’s plan, please let continue for at least another me know. My address is 15 years, and possibly even Room 351E, Capitol Annex, longer if both sides reach 702 Capitol Avenue, Frankan agreement. fort, KY 40601. While other states have You can also leave a mesused their settlement sage for me or for any legmoney to cover short-term islator at 800-372-7181. For financial problems, Ken- the deaf or hard of heartucky stands out for invest- ing, the number is 800-896ing in programs that will 0305. truly last for the long run. I hope to hear from you Speaking of financial soon.
Gov. a barker in budget carnival midway game Which seems easier for an unfriendly state when it a governor: Pick on smok- comes to company startups ers or lead the charge for a and relocations. But making Kenright-to-work law in Kentucky? Bluegrass tucky a right-towork state poses a If you chose “pick Beacon much tougher task on smokers,” you than picking on win a stuffed politismokers, most of cian! whom have lower After all, talking incomes and even about the equivaless political clout. lent of another Leading the charge Great Depression for such a job-friendcomes with cache. ly policy change But learning from Jim Waters would prove tough the mistakes govfor Kentucky’s government made years ago — turning a ernor and his big-spending sharp recession into a full- political allies who cling to blown economic catastro- union votes like a tick on a dog’s ear. phe, that’s priceless. Forcing unions to comGov. Steve Beshear constantly offers Consensus pete for every member they Forecasting Group num- get would have a signifibers that indicate a short- cant and long-term positive age of money for Frankfort impact on Kentucky’s econ— while continually drum- omy and could provide an ming up support for his call expanding revenue stream. Instead, Beshear hawks a to increase taxes. I can’t give you a number regressive cigarette tax hike on how much our state’s like a carnival barker seekantiquated labor policies ing a sap to pay to shoot costs. But I can tell you this: bent-barreled rifles. His plan offers more Kentucky stands alone as the only Southern state that harm to wholesalers and forces people to join and retailers. And it sure won’t pay dues to a union if one help smokers. exists in their workplace. And the guv’s got a straw And I can tell you this: No man in the House. policy sends a clearer sigRep. David Watkins filed nal that Kentucky remains a bill that would increase
cigarette taxes to $1 per pack, which would make it more than 66 cents more costly than the average cigarette tax in all major tobacco states. Watkins, a doctor, obsesses over raising cigarette taxes. He wants to reduce smoking rates and raise revenue, Watkins said. Such folly can’t be good for the heart, doc. Perhaps you should consider that lifting more taxes to the backs of hard-working Kentuckians might cripple them and give you a hernia. Here’s a prognosis for you: Politicians in 82 percent of states that raised cigarette taxes overestimated how much revenue such tax hikes would raise — some by as much as 70 percent more than what the tax actually delivered. That’s like having taxpayers read an eye chart the size of Mount Rushmore and telling them they don’t have a vision problem. Besides, 50 percent of the cost of a pack of cigarettes already goes to government. This amounted to $34.4 billion in 2007 alone — more than twice the amount raised by alcohol taxes.
But of course, we know what would happen if the politicians tried to raise taxes on Kentucky bourbon to numb the sting of the state’s financial challenge — even though twice as many kids use alcohol as use cigarettes. Lawmakers would swim in lobbyistprovided liquor and drown in donations — just from another political interest group, that’s all. Instead of trying to figure out how they can get revenue while offending the groups least able to strike back, I challenge political leaders to do the right thing instead of taking the easy way out. Despite the onslaught of Frankfort’s big spenders and their enablers in the media, those who have promised not to raise taxes should keep their pledge and let the chips (and the butts) fall where they may. They might be pleasantly surprised where they land. 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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Taking a look at Meade County in the state, national picture
With all the focus on the The unemployment rate nationwide recession and the increased 52 percent from 5.4 budget concerns of the Com- percent in September 2007 to monwealth have you 8.2 percent in SepExtension tember 2008. ever wondered how Meade County is farIf you would like Service ing? While we are doto know more about ing better than most these statistics, constatewide, we still tact the Meade Counhave areas of need. ty Extension Office at 270-422-4958 and About our families ask about “Building As of the 2000 cenStrong Families in sus, we have 26,349 Kentucky.” people living in the As an extension Jennifer county which forms agent, it is my role Bridge 7,471 families, 695 of to address pressing which (9.3 percent) concerns of the counlive below the povty through education erty level. and leadership development. The median family income I know we have many famiis $40,592 and 316 grandpar- lies who need help. While I ents are raising their grand- cannot offer funding or monchildren. In Meade County, etary support, I can provide 2,719 people are receiving education and other inforfood stamps with an average mational resources. benefit of $244.11 per month. At the Extension Office, we have seen an increased In our community interest in food preservation, In the six-month period basic cooking skills, financial between May and October of management and basic living this year, 61 houses went into skills. We offer many classes foreclosure in Meade County. and publications which foMortgages which are 90 days cus on these topics. delinquent have increased All educational pamphlets by 13 percent and a credit are free of charge and will be card delinquency of 60 days mailed upon request or you or more has increased by 7 can stop by and pick up a percent. Fourteen percent of copy in the resource library. the people under the age of We have tried to make our 65 are uninsured. FCS publication system user
friendly; anyone can have a listing of available publications sent to them, and the Extension Office welcomes other suggested areas of interest. Most classes are free or low cost to the participant. If a fee is charged for a class, it is to cover the cost of supplies. Upcoming classes at the Extension Office •Small Steps to Health and Wealth: Thursday, Jan. 8, 6:30 p.m. — Feeling stressed about finances? Worried about your future? This session will look at the correlation between financial health and physical health. Class size is limited to 30 and you must pre-register by Jan. 7 to attend. •Beginning Cooking: Jan. 26 and 27 and Feb. 2 and 3, 6:30 p.m. — This four-session class will begin with the basics of cooking and will cover topics such as menu planning, measuring, fruits and vegetables, grains, proteins and dairy. Guest speakers will also be presenting parts of the sessions so even if you know how to cook, you might find this series of interest. The cost is $10 (which covers supplies). Class size is limited to 10. Pre-register by Jan. 23.
Whooping cough cases on the rise Highest concentration of cases in nearby Hardin, Bullitt counties Submitted by Beth Crace Fisher Health and Family Services FRANKFORT — More Kentuckians, particularly older children and teens, should get a booster vaccine to prevent the onset of pertussis, a highly contagious disease more commonly known as whooping cough, the Kentucky Department for Public Health (DPH) announced this week. Though there are relatively few whooping cough cases in the state each year, public health surveillance has detected an increase in recent months. Health officials suspect the spike could be attributed to waning immunity to pertussis vaccination, which typically occurs around age 10 in those vaccinated in infancy and early childhood. “We strongly encourage those who haven’t done so to get an adolescent or adult pertussis booster vaccine,” said William Hacker, M.D., DPH commissioner. “Often, people don’t realize that vaccines can wear off over a period of time. This can lead to an increase in diseases like whooping cough, a debilitating and prolonged illness.” Since October, more
than 60 whooping cough cases have been reported throughout Kentucky. The highest concentration of cases has occurred in Bullitt, Franklin and Hardin counties. This follows a trend observed nationwide. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 5,000-7,000 cases are reported in the United States each year, and the incidence has increased steadily since the 1980s. “It’s extremely important for communities to work together to control the spread of the disease,” said Kraig Humbaugh, M.D., state epidemiologist for DPH. “Developing community-wide immunity through vaccination is an important strategy for pertussis control.” Caused by the bacteria Bordetella pertussis, whooping cough is contracted by breathing in contaminated respiratory droplets or contact with articles freshly contaminated with contaminated droplets. Early symptoms of pertussis include runny nose, sneezing, mild cough and low-grade fever. After one to two weeks, long cough spells develop. The illness can last up to 10 weeks. Pertussis can be danger-
ous, especially for young children and infants, who can develop breathing problems (apnea), pneumonia, seizures and brain damage. Pertussis can also cause death (rarely), especially in very young infants. Some individuals are at high risk for acquiring severe disease following exposure to pertussis. Those individuals include infants younger than one year, and people with certain immunodeficiency conditions, or other underlying medical conditions such as chronic lung disease, respiratory insufficiency or cystic fibrosis. Adults and adolescents are often the reservoirs of pertussis in a community, even though children are more likely to be tested and diagnosed. Whooping cough, which is highly contagious, can create tremendous burdens for communities, resulting in missed work and school days, numerous doctor visits and sometimes hospitalization. Infants get their first dose of pertussis vaccine, in combination with diphtheria and tetanus (DTaP), at two months, four months and six months of age. Boosters are given at 12 to 15 months and then around age four or five. People ages 10 to 64 can get a pertussis booster. To learn more, visit http:// chfs.ky.gov/dph/epi/reportablediseases.htm.
•On the Mend: Basic Clothing Repair: Tuesday, Jan. 20, 6:30 p.m. — Lottie Scheible, Meade Clothing Volunteer will be on hand to teach basic clothing repair such as how to sew on a button, repairing hems and pulls. Each participant is invited to bring one item which needs repair. Class size is limited to 10. Must pre-register by Jan. 16. •Beginning Machine Quilting: Day Class: Jan. 13, 15, 20 and 21, 1 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. — Participants will learn the basics of machine quilting by making a spring table runner. Basic quilting techniques as well as how to sue a rotary cutter will be covered. The instructor will be Janet Scott. Pre-register by Jan. 9. The cost is $15 to cover supplies. •Beginning Hand Quilting: Evening Class: Jan. 20, 22, 27, 29, 6:30 p.m. — The Instructor will be Phyllis Ballman. Participants will
learn the basics of hand quilting by making a Wall Hanging. Basic quilting techniques will be covered. Pre-register by Jan. 14. The cost is $15 to cover supplies. •Beginning Hand Quilting: Day Class: Jan. 26 and 28, Feb. 2 and 4, 10 a.m. to noon. — Participants will learn the basics of hand quilting by making a Cathedral Window table runner. Basic quilting techniques will be covered. The instructor will be Debbie Hardesty. Pre-register by Jan. 16. The cost is $15 to cover supplies. •Beginning Quilting (Combination Machine and Hand): Evening Class: Feb. 3, 5, 10, and 12, 6:30 p.m. — Participants will learn the basics of machine and hand quilting by making a table runner. Basic quilting techniques will be covered. The instructor will be Dee Leezer. Preregister by Jan. 29. The cost is $15 to cover supplies.
•Our Treasured Belongings: Preserving Heirlooms and Special Possessions. Friday, Jan. 9, 11 a.m. — The instructor is Joan Martin, Grayson County Extension Agent for Family and Consumer Sciences. Discover the best methods to use in caring for and preserving precious family items. Learn techniques for preserving and keeping special memories and possessions to share with other family members and friends. Why Pre-register? We ask participants to pre-register for classes which gives us an idea on how many copies or kits to prepare. In some cases, if enough people have not signed up or if inclement weather occurs, a class will be canceled. In the event this happens, we will notify those who have registered that the class has been canceled. Preregister by e-mailing dcurl@ uky.edu or call 270-422-4958. If calling after hours, please leave a voice message stating your name, phone number and which session you are attending. If there is a fee for the class, please drop off or mail to Meade County Extension Office, 1041 Old Ekron Road, Brandenburg, KY 40108.
Sixty-one houses went foreclosed in Meade County ... (and) the unemployment rate increased 52 percent from 5.4 to 8.2 percent.
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THE NEWS STANDARD/REMLE WILKERSON
A Waste Management garbage truck slid on a patch of ice Wednesday morning on Schoolside Drive in Brandenburg. The truck was held partially upright by a tree for nearly two hours before Nalls Wrecker Service from Elizabethtown, Ky. arrived on the scene with two tow trucks to pull the garbage truck upright.
Ekron Post Office to stay open until noon on Christmas Eve Submitted by Ekron Post Office EKRON — The Ekron Post Office will be open Christmas Eve until noon to enable retail employees to spend more time with their families. Regular mail delivery for Dec. 24 will be unaffected by the change. “As many businesses close early Christmas Eve,” said Postmaster Kathy Shireman. “The number of
Commercial customers are asked to check with their Bulk Mail Acceptance Unit for Dec. 24 hours of operation. To obtain the phone number of a specific Post Office, customers may call 1-800-ASK-USPS. Post Offices will be closed Dec. 25. Express Mail will be delivered Christmas Day and regular mail delivery will resume Dec. 26.
customers visiting our lobbies greatly diminishes. We view this as an opportunity to afford retail employees more time with their families by closing retail operations in many locations early Dec. 24.” Shireman said noon will be the last collection for mail deposited in blue collection boxes for Dec. 24 processing. Revised hours will be posted at each Post Office.
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Meade County school bus snow routes for the2008-09 school year
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A local young man has joined the ranks of some of the country’s most reputable figures. Jonathan Ramstein, of Brandenburg, was at the center of a special ceremony held Monday evening at Brandenburg United Methodist Church. Ramstein was honored for his service to the Boy Scouts of America and was promoted to the coveted rank of Eagle Scout. Less than 1.5 million boys have reached Eagle Scout honors in more than 90 years, according to the U.S. Scouting Service Project. Only two to five of every 100 boys that join the Boy Scouts of America become Eagle Scouts — an accomplishment upheld by less than 1 percent of the male population. During the ceremony, members and scout masters of Boy Scout Troop 150 presented Ramstein with several honors for his accomplishments with the group. Ramstein’s mother, Robin, also spoke about her son’s dedication to serving his community, and emphasized how proud she was of his commitment to the Boy Scouts of America.
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Newly appointed Eagle Scout Jonathan Ramstein recites the Eagle Scout Oath before his fellow troop members as his mother, Robin Ramstein, watches. Ramstein was required to demonstrate use of the Scout Oath and Scout Law in everyday life; earn a total of 21 merit badges; plan a service project; take part in a Scoutmaster conference; and successfully complete an Eagle Scout board of review. Famous Eagle Scouts Henry “Hank” Aaron, baseball legend; Neil Armstrong, astronaut; Michael
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Economic development employee hired by Industrial Authority By Laura Saylor editor@thenewsstandard.com
tive, stated that his goals for Meade County are simple: “Provide jobs for the citizens of Meade County and Brandenburg by continuing the development of the Buttermilk Industrial Park.” White further stated that, “a successful outcome would be jobs in the park, as well as increased opportunity for local businesses to prosper.” White’s lengthy list of accomplishments begins in 1989 and includes projects such as: 279.8 acres sold with a $170 million investment and 3,200 jobs brought to Mt. Sterling, Ky.; a Family Dollar Distribution Center that employs 500; a $30 million project Cooper Tire & Rubber Co. that opened 400 jobs; and dozens more.
David Pace, chairman of the Brandenburg/Meade County Industrial Development Authority (IDA), announced Wednesday that the IDA opted to hire a full-time employee to help promote economic development in the county. Del White, a former project manager for the Kentucky Economic Development Cabinet will begin working with the IDA in January. “(White) has been involved with economic development for many years, and we’re excited to have him come on board,” Pace said. White, a Lexington na-
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Del White, a former project manager for Kentucky’s Economic Development Cabinet will begin working with the Brandenburg/Meade County Industrial Development Authority in January.
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Miss Chelsea Elizabeth Stinnett, age 18, Rhodelia, Ky., died Thursday, Dec. 11, 2008, from injuries sustained in an automobile accident in Brandenburg. Chelsea was a senior at Meade County High School in Brandenburg where she was a proud member and captain of the Lady Wave volleyball and basketball teams. Chelsea served as a coach in the Lady Wave youth basketball program. At MCHS she was also active in the pep club, FCCLA, FCA, and also served as an assistant teacher for special education. Chelsea was also a regional Karate champion in the 11- and 12-year-old division, All-city track team member while at Our Mother of Sorrows, a 2008 Merit Scholarship winner of Bellarmine University and formerly employed at Bee Hive assisted living in Brandenburg. Chelsea is survived by her parents, David and Kristy Stinnett, Louisville, Ky. and Dawn and Mike Wise, Rhodelia; three brothers, Corey David Stinnett, of Louisville, Nicholas Ryan Stinnett, and Jordan Michael Wise, both of Rhodelia,; her grandparents, David and Betty Stinnett, Mike and Sharon Schuetter, Ray and Ida Allen, all of Louisville and Brenda Donaldson, Vine Grove, Ky., Phil and Marianne Quire, of Macon, Ga.; her Godparents, Albert and Janie Brock, of Louisville and several aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. A memorial service was held at the Meade County High School on Dec. 14. A Mass of Christian Burial was held Dec. 15 from Our Mother of Sorrows Catholic Church in Louisville, with burial at Evergreen Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to the Chelsea Stinnett Memorial Fund, c/o Meade County Bank, 2175 ByPass Road, Brandenburg, KY 40108. On line condolences may be left at www.hagerfuneralhome.com Hager Funeral Home, 633 Bland Street, Brandenburg, KY 40108, was entrusted with arrangements.
Eleanor Frances Wheeler, age 80, of Westview, Ky. died Monday, Dec. 15, 2008 at Breckinridge Memorial Hospital ECF. She was born in Breckinridge County on Oct. 12, 1928, the daughter of the late William C. and Cova Basham Smiley. She was a homemaker who enjoyed reading, sewing, gardening and cooking. She was a member of Westview United Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband John William Wheeler passing Jan. 31, 2007. Frances is survived by her three sons and daughtersin-law: Ron and Ruth Anne Wheeler of Hardinsburg, Ky., John and Brenda Wheeler of Coxs Creek, Ky., Terry and Lola Wheeler of LaGrange, Ky.; one brother, Henry Smiley of Rineyville, Ind.; four grandchildren, Rhonda Bevil, John Wheeler, Jr., Robin Anne Brown, Missy Lynn Morris; seven great-grandchildren, Austin Wheeler, Shane Glenn, David and Daniel Brown, Abby and Eli Morris, Connor Bevil. Funeral services will be held today, Dec. 19 at TrentDowell Funeral Home at 11 a.m. CST with Rev. Rick Bourland officiating. Burial will be in the Kingswood Cemetery. Memorial contributions are requested to: Westview United Methodist Church Building Fund. Online guest register at www.trentdowell.com.
Doris E. Wilkins
Doris E. Wilkins, 81, of Vine Grove, Ky., died Thursday, Dec. 11, 2008 at Hardin Memorial Hospital in Elizabethtown, Ky. She was a Girl Scout leader for 25 years. She was a member of Vine Grove United Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her father, Lonnie Jordan; and her daughter, Ann Langley. She is survived by her husband, Ernest Wilkins of Vine Grove, Ky.; two daughters and sons-in-law, Linda Faye and John Coslick of Arlington, Wash. and Mary Lou and Andrew Condon of Murfeesboro, Tenn.; one son, Chester Doyle Wilkins of Radcliff, Ky.; her mother, Ida Bell Boaz of Henderson, Ky.; and a brother, Louard Jordan of Henderson, Ky.; eight grandchildren, Candy Emmis, Jeff Condon, Mark Langley, Rondale Langley, Scott Langley, Ernest Coslick, Theresa James, Christina Wilkins; and 13 greatgrandchildren. Funeral services were held Dec. 15 at Nelson-EdelenBennett Funeral Home in Vine Grove, Ky. with Rev. Larry Vickers officiating. Burial was held at the North Hardin Memorial Gardens in Radcliff, Ky. Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to American Cancer Society, P. O. Box 1807, Louisville, KY 40201-1807. The guest register may be signed at www.nebfh.com.
John Christopher Stevens
John Christopher Stevens, 60, of Vine Grove, Ky. passed away Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2008 at his residence. He is survived by his loving wife Robyn Stevens of Vine Grove, Ky.; one daughter, Cheryl Stevens; one granddaughter, Kayleigh; two sisters, Rita Knocker and Beryl Lovett, all of the United Kingdom. Cremation was chosen by the family. Coffey and Chism Funeral Home in Vine Grove, Ky. are handling the arrangements. Condolences may be expressed online at www.coffeyandchism.com.
Phillip Wakefield Hagan Mr. Phillip Wakefield Hagan, 56, of Guston and Texarkana, Texas died Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2008 at his residence in Guston. Mr. Hagan was retired from Civil Service, was a finance officer for Dwights Bikers Dream, and an Army Veteran. He is survived by three sons, William Anthony Hagan, Crestwood, Ky., Christopher Sean Hagan, Guston and Brian Phillip Gissy, Brandenburg; three grandchildren, Kaylyn Nicole, Austin Lee and Bailey Grace Hagan; his fiancée, Yolanda Barfield, Texarkana, Texas; his step-father, James C. “Bud” Benham, Guston; three sisters, Sheila Kendall, Monica Wardrip, Brandenburg and Theresa Hubbard, Elizabethtown, Ky.; three brothers, Buddy Benham, Radcliff, Ky., Wesley Benham and Steve Benham, both of Guston and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Dec. 14 from the Chapel of the Hager Funeral Home with Rev. Don Cole and Rev. Andy Moore, officiating. Online condolences at www. hagerfuneralhome.com.
Valerie Sue Pederson Valerie Sue Pederson, 46, of Radcliff, Ky., died Sunday, Dec. 14, 2008 at her home. She was a 1980 graduate of North Hardin High School and was currently employed with the U. S. Postal Service in Radcliff, Ky. She was a member of the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary and Dolle Salon 748-8/40. She was preceded in death by her father, Donald Clarence Pederson. She is survived by her mother, Imogene Pederson of Radcliff, Ky.; and two brothers, Robert Pederson of Radcliff, Ky. and David Pederson of Elizabethtown, Ky; several cousins; four aunts; two uncles; many friends; and her dog, Chance. Funeral services were held Dec. 17 at Nelson-EdelenBennett Funeral Home in Radcliff, Ky. with Chaplain Larry Vance officiating. Burial was held at the North Hardin Memorial Gardens in Radcliff, Ky. The guest register may be signed at www.nebfh.com.
Submit obituaries and pictures of your loved ones to The News Standard online at obituary@thenewsstandard.com, or drop them off at 1065 Old Ekron Road in Brandenburg.
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The Community Calendar is a free service to community groups and organizations for event announcements. However, if you have an event where there is a charge listed, there will be a $7 flat fee for each time the announcement runs. No beauty pageants or yard sales. The News Standard office is located at 1065 Old Ekron Rd. Call 270-422-4542 or e-mail news@thenewsstandard. com. Deadline for Friday’s paper is 5 p.m. Tuesday.
CHRISTMAS BY THE RIVER Enjoy the lights at the riverfront in Brandenburg from dusk to midnight every night now through Jan. 2, 2009.
Saturday, Dec. 20 WINTER BALL at the Meade County High School, 8 p.m. HANNAH MONTANA SATURDAY 1-3 p.m. at the Meade County Library. For more information, call 270-422-2094. BROWN BAG DAY Due to the Christmas holiday, the Meade County Clothes Closet will hold Brown Bag Day today, 10 a.m. to noon. Bring a brown bag and fill it up for $1.
Sunday, Dec. 21
BAKE SALE Meade County Equine Society bake sale will be in front of Kroger at noon. Call 270-497-4349 for more information. CHRISTMAS TEA Magdalena’s 3rd Annual Christmas Tea. 2-5 p.m. Tickets are now available. Call 812-738-8075 for more information, or visit online at www.magdalenas.com. AN OLD FASHIONED FAMILY CHRISTMAS Wolf Creek Baptist Church will be presenting “An Old Fashioned Family Christmas” at 6 p.m. The jolly man in the red suit is expected to stop by and will have treats for all the good little boys and girls. For more information, call 270-497-4162 or 270-422-2584.
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MEADE COUNTY SCHOOLS CLOSED Dec. 22-Jan. 2 (School resumes Jan. 5, 2009)
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SANTA STORY HOUR 10:30 a.m. at the Meade County Public Library. “The Night Before Christmas” story, make an ornament, and visit with Santa. For more information, call 270-422-2094. LAS POSADAS CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION 6:30-8 p.m. at the MCPL. Come help celebrate the Mexican holiday with us! For more information, call 270-422-2094. FREE ENGLISH CLASSES 7 p.m. at Buck Grove Baptist Church, 255 Buck Grove Road. No registration required. Free nursery care available for students during class. For more information, call 270-828-3365 or 270-828-6320.
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QUESTION: How can expense of the most vulnerparents preserve their own able member of the family, it peace of mind and maintain can be destructive. harmony during car Even innocent hutrips and family holi- Focus on mor is painful when the family it’s the same child days? DR. DOBSON: who is the object of Sometimes it helps ridicule. Unfortuto redefine the nately, that’s the way boundaries at the beit often happens. ginning of your time When one youngster together. Let the chilhas an embarrassing dren know exactly characteristic, such James what you’re doing as bed-wetting, or Dobson thumb sucking, or and what’s expected of them. If they still stuttering, the other misbehave, respond members of the famwith good, loving discipline ily should be encouraged to right from the start. tread very softly on the exNo parent wants to be an posed nerves thereabouts. ogre on vacation, but it helps And a child should never be to show a little firmness at ridiculed for his or her size, the outset that can make the whether he’s a small boy or rest of the time together fun a large girl. for the entire family. This is the guiding prinQUESTION: We have al- ciple: It’s wise not to tease ways laughed a lot in our a child about the features family, sometimes at each that he or she is also deother. Is that good or bad? fending outside the home. DR. DOBSON: It is If that youngster is hearing healthy to be able to laugh about some obvious flaw all together in a family. We day long, he or she certainly ought to be able to tease and doesn’t need more flak from joke with each other with- the family. And when that out having to worry about child asks for a joke to end, getting an angry overreac- the request should be hontion in response. But when ored. the laughter is always at the Being the butt of every-
one’s ridicule is a formula for lifelong resentment, and there’s just nothing funny about that happening. QUESTION: My children love to do things for themselves, but they make such messes that it’s easier for me to do things for them. I just don’t have the patience to see them fumble with stuff. Do you think I’m wrong to step in and do things for them? DR. DOBSON: I think you are wrong, even though I understand how you feel. I heard a story about a mother who was sick in bed with the flu. Her darling daughter wanted so much to be a good nurse. She fluffed the pillows and brought a magazine to read. And then she even showed up with a surprise cup of tea. “Why, you’re such a sweetheart,” the mother said as she drank the tea. “I didn’t know you even knew how to make tea.” “Oh, yes,” the little girl replied. “I learned by watching you. I put the tealeaves in the pan and then I put in the water, and I boiled it and then I strained it into a cup.
But I couldn’t find a strainer, so I used the fly swatter instead.” “You what?” the mother screamed. And the little girl said, “Oh, don’t worry, Mom, I didn’t use the new fly swatter. I used the old one.” Well, when kids try their hardest and they get it all wrong in spite of themselves, what’s a parent to do? What mothers and fathers often do is prevent their children from carrying any responsibility that could result in a mess or a mistake. It’s just easier to do everything for them than to clean up afterwards. But, I urge parents not to fall into that trap. Your child needs her mistakes. That’s how she learns. So, go along with the game every now and then -- even if the tea you drink tastes a little strange. 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.”
We are here for God, not for ourselves
Job 3:20 says, “Why is light given to him who is in misery, And life to the bitter soul.” (NKJV). For further study of today’s column please read Job 2:20 –26. “If I’d rather be dead, why does God keep me alive?” That’s the question Job asks in this passage. In verse 26 he says, “I have no peace, no quietness; I have no rest, but only turmoil.” If life is not worth living, why continue? It might help us to look at Paul’s perspective on
this issue. In Phillippians more at stake than his own 1: 23–24 we read, “ I am preference. God had put torn between the two: I de- him here and given him a sire to depart and be commission that inDivine with Christ, which volved great blessis better by far; but Guidance ing for others. He it is more necessary needed to stay and for you that I remain be faithful to his in the body.” task until he comPaul would rathpleted it. er have been dead Sometimes we too, not because wish we were somehis earthly life was where else, doing Dan so horrible, but beNewton something differcause life in Heaven ent. Let us choose would be so much today to look at better. things differently. But Paul knew there was We are here on assign-
ment for God’s glory, not for our own gratification. And we’ll find out ultimate satisfaction in pleasing Him. If you just moved to our area, we invite you to visit with us at Grace Baptist Church. Our Sunday morning service starts at 11:00 a.m. We invite you to listen to our weekly Sunday radio program on WMMG from 9:30 to 10 a.m. Reverend Dan Newton is the pastor of Grace Baptist Church.
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“Be transformed by the renewal of your mind.” —Romans 12:2
One of the most interesting things that happened to me last year was an experience I had standing in the cash register line at a Walgreen Drugstore right before Christmas. It wasn’t what happened in front of me that was so interesting, but what happened within me. A small young woman, holding a beautiful blanket-wrapped baby boy, was digging through her purse with one hand to find enough change to pay for what was on the counter. She was taking so long that I could feel myself becoming more and more irritated the longer it took. All of a sudden, I made the decision to look at what
was happening in another way. I chose to view the situation from her perspective instead of mine. She was obviously growing more embarrassed and frustrated as she dug with one hand and then the other, shifting her baby from one arm to the other. I finally blurted out, “How much do you need, $2? I’ve got it! Have a Merry Christmas!” Relieved, she thanked me profusely and then stepped forward to give me a hug. The people in line and the cashier were obviously moved by what they had witnessed. As I got into my truck, I realized that scenario would have been a completely different experience if I had not changed my mind and had not chosen to react differently to
Bible Trivia By Wilson Casey
1. According to Luke, the reason Jesus was born in Bethlehem was that his “father” had to attend what? Feast, Fast, Sacrifice, Census 2. Who was Herod’s information source as to where the Christ Child was to be born? Joseph, Reuben, Micah, Matthew 3. From Luke 2:13, what term describes an army of angels praising God? Heavenly host, Covenant, Spirit multitude, Manoah 4. What group received the angels’ announcement of the birth of Jesus? Carpenters, Shepherds, Tentmakers, Masons 5. Where was the young child when the “magi” came to visit Him to present gifts? Manger, Under the stars, House, Temple ANSWERS: 1) Census; 2) Micah; 3) Heavenly host; 4)
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TMN Services, LLC, as Trustee of Land Trust No. 080806, to Entrust Carolinas, LLC FBO Kathryn Tillman IRA #00524-07, lot 95 and 33 of Pine Point section of Doe Valley Subdivision in Meade County, deed tax $148.50. Trading Post Homes of Meade County, LLC, to Trading Post Homes of Louisville, LLC, lot two of the Red Hawk Subdivision in Meade County. Trading Post Homes of Meade County, LLC, to Shawn D. Taylor, lot two of the Red Hawk Subdivision in Meade County, deed tax $103. John A. Duncan and Steve Lawhorn and Meade County, Kentucky and Ronnie Dunlap and US Bank Cust Sass Muni V Dtr and Kentucky Neighborhood Bank, by Douglas P. Vowels, Master Commissioner, to Kentucky Neighborhood Bank, lot eight and 10 of Twin Fawn Estates in Meade County. Arnold W. Stewart and Nakena A. Stewart and Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Successor by Merger to Wells Fargo Home Mortgage, Inc., by Douglas P. Vowels, Master Commissioner, to Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation, 353 Chris Court, Brandenburg. William Andrew Woolfolk to Michael E. Carter and Leann S. Carter, a 1.587 acre tract near Brandenburg, deed tax $125. Gordon Board and Bernett Board to Harry Hurst, 1.258 acres of the Riggs and Stacy Tract Division in Meade County, deed tax $90. Jennifer Bassette, aka Jennifer E. Bassette, and Joseph Bassette, aka Joseph W. Bassette, and Commonwealth of Kentucky Individual Collection Brach, Division of Collections, Department of Revenue Finance and Administration Cabinet, and PHH Mortgage Corporation, by Douglas P. Vowels, Master Commissioner, to Federal National Mortgage Association, 333 Lawrence Street, Branden-
burg. Chris McGehee to Dennis W. Farmer and Linda T. Farmer, 539 Lawrence Street, Brandenburg, deed tax $98. W. Douglas Reed and Donna K. Reed to Donnie Glenn Dame and Debra J. Dame and Victoria Dame, lot two of the Wesley Guy Farm (Guy Farm Estates) in Meade County, deed tax $42.50. Kathleen Bennett to Ann Ross, Bonnie Powers, Ronnie Rankin, and Ricky Rankin, lot six and seven in the Oakwood Subdivision in Meade County. Patricia A. Harrison and Lisa Kay Harrison to Kentucky Utilities Company, a Kentucky corporation, deed of easement, Sand Ridge Road. Estate of Ethel Ballard Holston, aka Ethel M. Holston, by and through Ronald Lynn Holston and Louis Woodrow Holston, Jr., CoExecutors of the Estate of Ethel Ballard Holston, to Louis W. Holston, Jr. and Michele S. Holston, tract two of property in Meade County. Rita K. Browning and Samuel Browning to Turkey Heaven, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, a 134.8821 acre tract located near Richardson Landing Road in Meade County, deed tax $27. Shirley Whelan and James Leonard Whelan to Shirley Whelan, a 3.797 acre tract near Ekron. Shirley Whelan and James Leonard Whelan to Shirley Whelan, a 3.797 acre tract near Ekron. Chapman Land, LLC, to Richard J. Chapman, Jr. and Pamela A. Chapman, lot four of Ekron Heights in Meade County. Clarice Thomas to Clarice Thomas and Anna Louise Meade, lot 20 in the John Lowman Subdivision in Meade County. John A. Siriani and Bluegrass Holdings of Florida, Inc., dba Bluegrass Holdings, Inc. and Capital One Bank and Meade County Attorney and William Stogsdill and Rachel Heavrin and Roger Kearton and Carolyn Bislik-Ferro
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and Doe Valley Association, Inc. and IRA Resource Associates, Inc., by Douglas P. Vowels, Master Commissioner, to Ronald M. Paradis, lot 205 and 214 of Audubon Woods section of Doe Valley Subdivision. John Haley, aka John A. Haley, and Kathleen Haley, aka Kathleen V. Haley and First Rate Rentals, LLC, a Limited Liability Company, to Roger R. Crist and Rachel B. Crist and Joseph R. Crist and Kimberly B. Crist, parcel I, II, and III, property located in Meade County, deed tax $450. Taft and Ocasio Homes, LLC, and Allison C. Taft and Martha V. Ocasio and Meade County, Kentucky and West Point Bank, by Douglas P. Vowels, Master Commissioner, to West Point Bank, 281 River Cliff Boulevard, 236 River Cliff Boulevard, 42 Rolling Ridge Boulevard. Gordon Board and Bernett Board, by and through Gene McGehee, their attorney-in-fact, to Brian K. Curtsinger and Owana A. Curtsinger, lot 45 of Flaherty Heights Subdivision in Meade County, deed tax $20. Michael S. Jones and Mary A. Jones to Blair and Goff, Inc., a Kentucky corporation, 2.022 acres in Meade County, deed tax $125. Jeff Nott and Joyce Nott to Juan Carlos Carrillo and Dorothy Melinda Carrillo, 174 Milstead Drive, Ekron, deed tax $157. Robert G. Howard, Douglas Howard, Sandra Howard, Darlene Howard Walker, Brian Walker, Kevin Bruce Howard and Rebecca Howard to Johnny B. Vessels and Marilyn Vessels, assignment of oil and gas lease. Robert G. Howard, Douglas Howard, Sandra Howard, Darlene Howard Walker, Brian Walker, Kevin Bruce Howard and Rebecca Howard to Johnny B. Vessels and Marilyn Vessels, assignment of oil and gas lease. Robert G. Howard, Douglas Howard, Sandra Howard, Darlene
Howard Walker, Brian Walker, Kevin Bruce Howard and Rebecca Howard to Johnny B. Vessels and Marilyn Vessels, assignment of oil and gas lease. Robert G. Howard, Douglas Howard, Sandra Howard, Darlene Howard Walker, Brian Walker, Kevin Bruce Howard and Rebecca Howard to Johnny B. Vessels and Marilyn Vessels and James W. Vessels, property located in Meade County, deed tax $557.50.
Quit Claim Deeds Roderick R. Lunger and Tenia M. Lunger to Raymond E. Lunger, a 1.606 acre tract located near Flaherty. Eric Robinson and Lisa Robinson to Joseph Richardson and Rebecca Richardson, property in Meade County. Leslie J.J. Larkin, fka Neumann, Leslie J.J., to Richard M. Neumann, lot 13 of Rolling Hills Subdivision, section three, in Meade County.
Building Permits 12/04/08 Nancy Davis, single family dwelling, $155. 12/05/08 Jeff Nott, single family dwelling, $155. 12/09/08 Dennis Raley, Jr., doublewide, $82.50. 12/10/08 Allan Tomzak, doublewide, $82.50.
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Brandenburg Police Department 12/08/08 at 1:26 p.m. Barbara Geary of Rhodelia, Ky. was driving a 1999 Mercury. Tannyetta Withers of Radcliff, Ky. was driving a 1999 Mazda. Both were driving in the
Friday, December 19, 2008 Sav-A-Lot parking lot when Geary collided with Withers, causing moderate damage to both vehicles. No injuries were reported. Report BPD08124 was filed by Officer Young.
Meade County Sheriff Department 12/05/08 at 11:39 a.m. Mary Pike of Brandenburg was driving a 2007 Buick Lucerne. James Clark of Elizabethtown, Ky. was driving a 2004 Hyundai Accent. Pike was stopped on Charles Crutcher Road at the intersection of KY1882 when she stated that she went to pull out onto KY1882 to go west when Clark struck her. Pike stated that she looked prior to pulling out into the intersection and saw Clark. She thought he was far enough away for her to pull out. Clark stated that he was traveling east on KY1882 when approaching the intersection when Pike pulled out in front of him. Moderate to severe damage was done to both vehicles. First aid was given by Meade County EMS and injured party was taken to Ireland Army Hospital. Report 08-0302 was filed by Officer Robinson. 12/08/08 at 9:41 p.m. Scotty Singleton of Brandenburg was driving a 2006 Ford Crown Victoria westbound on KY228 when a deer entered the roadway and struck the right side of Singleton’s vehicle. Moderate to severe damage. No injuries were reported. Report 080303 was filed by Officer Wright. 12/09/08 at 1:20 a.m. Athena Baker of Brandenburg was driving a 2008 Hyundai Accent eastbound on Stringtown Road. Baker dropped her front wheel off the roadway onto the shoulder. She then overcorrected, which caused her to cross into the opposite lane of travel and strike an earth embankment. This action caused Baker to flip three to four times before landing on her wheels facing westbound. Baker traveled 300 feet from where she left the roadway to her final rest. Severe damage to the vehicle. First aid was
given by Meade County EMS and injured party was taken to Hardin Memorial Hospital. Report 08-0304 was filed by Officer Graham. 12/12/08 at 9:53 a.m. William Sipes of Brandenburg was driving eastbound on the ByPass in the left lane, in a 1989 Chevrolet S10. Tracy Keller of Guston was driving eastbound on the ByPass in the right lane, in a 1997 Chevrolet Tahoe. Sipes attempted to execute a right turn from the left lane into the parking lot of a private business. This caused him to turn into the path of Keller, causing a collision. Minor damage to both vehicles. No injuries were reported. Report 08-0305 was filed by Officer Foster.
District Court 12/10/08
Paul V. Davidson, Jr., 62, operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol/drugs- pled guilty fine $200 plus costs 30 days probated 2 years after serving 2 days 90 days license suspended. Dereke A. Chism, 21, reckless driving; operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol/ drugs- pled not guilty pretrial conference 12/17/08. James B. Logsdon, 52, careless driving; operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol/ drugs- pled not guilty pretrial conference 12/17/08. William E. Blakley, Jr., 38, theft by deception including cold checks under $300- pled not guilty pretrial conference 12/31/08. Glen A. Stout, possession of marijuana; use/possess drug paraphernalia-pled not guilty pretrial conference 3/18/09. Nancy Elizabeth Eldridge, 42, flagrant non-support- pled not guilty preliminary hearing 1/14/09. Douglas Michael Elliot, 43, flagrant non support- pled not guilty preliminary hearing 1/14/09. Ivan D. Abell, 25, 2 counts of theft by deception including cold checks under $300-pled not guilty pretrial conference 12/17/08.
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Meade County Judge Executive’s Mid-term Report As 2008 comes to a close, I approach the mid-term of the office of Meade County Judge Executive that you entrusted to me. During my campaign I promised to make no promises. Then and now, I believe that the office of County Judge Executive belongs to the citizens of Meade County. I am honored and humbled that the majority of the people voted to put my name on the Judge Executive office door. For those of you who did not vote for me, my intentions are to continue to serve you well and gain your respect. Most of the issues and projects that I discussed during my campaign have been accomplished or at least improved. We have spent the better part of almost two years resolving issues that were inherited. I used the pronoun “we” to emphasize that there have been many people working hard to accomplish the successes since January 2007. I want to publicly thank all these people as well as each of you for being an important part of the team for a better Meade County. My campaign slogan was working together we can make a difference. I feel that we have nurtured positive changes for not only the present, but with emphasis on our children and grandchildren who some day might reside in Meade County. At this time I would like to highlight some achievements: Judge Executive’s Office/ Fiscal Court •Maintain Open Door Policy with fair treatment regardless of who you are or your party affiliation. •Updated several county compliances with local and state policies. •Implemented Drug-Free Workplace personal policy. •Beautification of courthouse grounds. •Developed working relationships with Fort Knox including General Campbell, Post Commander Joined the One Knox Policy Council and Core Committee. •Received priority one from BRAC for Hwy. 313. •Received priority one from BRAC infrastructure list for Muldraugh Wastewater Collection System. •Joined Rep Greer and Brandenburg Mayor Pace to receive Bypass and Hwy. 228 traffic light. •Joined Rep Greer and Brandenburg Mayor Pace to alter road plans for entrance into Brandenburg. •Recouped expenses from February tornado with insurance and FEMA monies. •Involved with talks with FEMA to recoup monies for damage received from Hurricane Ike winds. •Obtained office space for DES Coordinator, Ron Dodson. •Used grant money to place backup generator at Garrett Repeater site. •Held tax rates at $21.60 per hundred dollars the last two years. •Lowered the tangible property rate from .40 to .38. •Completed clean up of Derby Tank Car location with monies from Super Fund. •Maintained low insurance rates. •Secured grant monies of $275,000 for water/sewer improvements for Muldraugh. Solid Waste & Recycle, Mark Gossett •Franchised solid waste collection and dissolved 109 Board. •Reduced MCSW&R debt from $720,000 to $190,000. •Anticipate the remaining debt to be paid in the next 2-3 years. •Expanded Meade County Recycling with satellite collection points throughout the county. •Involved county schools and local business in recycling. •Entered into an interlocal agreement with the city of Irvington. •Improved the physical appearance and condition of the grounds of MCSW&R. •Purchased a new horizontal bailer. •Purchased a commercial shredder for the public to use free of charge. •Continue to accept person items from county solid waste customers at no charge. •Cleaned several illegal dumps using state grants. •Expanded the roadway cleanup effort using community groups.
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Road Department, Mark Popham •Blacktopped or chip & sealed over 55 miles of road. •Installed guardrails at the end of Liberty Road. Planning & Zoning, Tony Coletta •Updated our Comprehensive Plan for Planning and Zoning. •Focused on resolving violations by assisting residences using MCSW&R instead of court. •Continued improvement on a Nuisance Ordinance. Emergency Management Services, Pam Weber •Written Standard Operating Procedures. Dispatch, Mark Bennett •Expanded to two dispatchers during busiest times. •Enacted a community Emergency Warning System through residential telephone. •Upgraded and improved E-911 system. Parks & Recreation, Danny Tate •Obtained lighting on metal poles for Flaherty Ball Park. •Worked nearly nonstop to repair damage to Meade Olin Park so fields were usable in the spring. Meade County Water District •Expanded water lines in the areas of Midway and Guston. •Installed a new water tower. •Received over one million dollars for the northern end of the county if there is enough demand. Your magistrates and I would like to pursue a fresh agenda for the people of Meade County as we continue through the next two years of office. Successes come slowly when we are more focused on the problem than its solution. Through discussion, debate, and agreement we can become part of the solutions instead of the problems. We will continue to work long and hard for the best interests of all Meade County citizens.
I would like to take this time to say Thank You to the many people who have helped or encouraged me since taking office nearly two years ago. On behalf of the staff of the Judge Executive’s office and the county’s department heads and staff, I wish you a very Merry Christmas and I pray 2009 is one of happiness and good health.
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Governor urges holiday drivers to use caution Submitted by the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet
FRANKFORT — Gov. Steve Beshear and the Kentucky Office of Highway Safety are focused on a central theme for the Christmas holiday period: highway safety first. “The days just prior to Thanksgiving are typically the heaviest travel days of the year,” said Beshear. “Home for the holidays is everyone’s goal, and we want everyone to get there safely. If every driver will buckle up, observe the rules of the road, including speed limits, and be extra cautious, we will all be more likely to enjoy a safe and happy holiday season.” Traffic counts reveal that interstate traffic in the Commonwealth will be considerably heavier on the Wednesday before and Friday after Christmas, when traffic volumes are sometimes 20 to 50 percent higher than on average days. Recent telephone surveys by the American Automobile Association (AAA) also indicate 80 percent of Christmas travelers in 2008, about 33.2 million nationwide, will take to the highways for the trip home. “With that many drivers added to the mix everyone simply must exercise more caution,” said Chuck Geveden, executive director of Office of Highway Safety. “While we promote safe driving habits every day of the year, we place a special emphasis on ‘Driving Smart’ during the holidays.
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Amanda L. Dodd, 19, alcohol intoxication in a public place; person 18-20 possessing/purchasing/ have another purchase alcohol- pled not guilty pretrial conference 12/17/08. Timmy Lee Deener, 41, 3rd degree sexual abuse- pled not guilty pretrial conference 12/17/08. Michael Wade Meredith, 24, alcohol intoxication in a public place- pled not guilty pretrial conference 12/17/08. Charles T. Jefferson, Jr., 47, possession of marijuanapled not guilty pretrial conference 12/17/08. Ivan Ray Sweazy, 43, alcohol intoxication in a public place- pled guilty fine $25. Nathan A. King, 19, possession of marijuana- pled guilty 90 days probated 2 years after serving 10 days no public offense cannot possess alcohol or illegal drugs/drug paraphernalia; use/possession of drug paraphernalia- pled guilty 90 days probated 2 years after serving 10 days consecutive. Joshua M. Marr, 18, alcohol intoxication in a public place- pled guilty fine $25 plus costs; theft by unlawful taking/shoplifting under $300- pled guilty 30 days probated 2 years after serving 5 days no public offense stay out of River Ridge Marathon cannot possess alcohol or illegal drugs/drug paraphernalia. Jesse J. Hupp, 18, speeding 18 mph over the limit; failure of non-owner to maintain required insurance/security- failure to appear. Daniel S. Blake, 20, failure to surrender revoked operators license- failure to appear. Regina Amner Skaer, 28, no/expired registration plates; no/expired Kentucky registration receiptfailure to appear. Carol Ammons Ford, 37, 8 counts of theft by deception including cold checks under $300-issue bw. Kristina L. Spencer, 34, operating on suspended/ revoked operator’s licensepled guilty fine $50 plus costs. Phillip W. Hudson, 23, possession of marijuana; use/possess drug paraphernalia- continues 12/31/08. Paul J. Ellefritz, Jr., 21, 3
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Holiday drivers should stay extra alert while traveling this holiday season, especially if wintry weather sets in. For those who think ‘Safety First,’ happy holidays are more likely to follow.” Geveden also pointed out the dangers of impaired driving. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 992 people were killed last December in crashes involving a driver or motorcycle rider who had a blood alcohol concentration of 0.08 or higher.
Follow the guidelines established under Kentucky’s quick clearance law. If you are involved in a crash: If no one is visibly injured, move vehicles off the interstate or parkway, if possible; call police; exchange information.
Observe posted speed limits and traffic laws Research shows that 30 percent of all highway fatalities are speed related. Move over or slow down for stopped emergency vehicles.
Plan ahead Remember, the KYTC’s 511 service, which has recently been updated, provides detailed information related to construction, incidents or accidents, traffic alerts, and roadway conditions. Before you leave home log on to the 511 system at www.511. ky.gov Allow for plenty of time to reach your destination without speeding or skipping rest stops. If you’ve never taken a particular route before, be prepared for unfamiliar roads, which will require more driver concentration. Leave your itinerary with a
counts of 3rd degree terrorist threatening; 2 counts of harassing communicationsdismissed on commonwealth motion. Barbara Louise Greary, 48, 6 counts of theft by deception including cold checks under $300- continues 01/07/09. Tom Harris, 38, fail to comply with order to remove health nuisances- continues 12/17/08. Ivan Ray Sweazy, 43, theft by deception including cold checks under $300- pled guilty 10 days probated 2 years after serving 1 day no public offense writes no checks. Daniel Scott Hurt, 22, 2nd degree criminal mischiefpled guilty 12 months probated 2 years no public offense. Robert S. Trent, 21, 2 counts of 3rd degree criminal trespassing- continues 01/7/09. Billy Lamar Bennett, 28, non support- continues 1/21/09. Aaron C. Teague, 19, 10 counts of 3rd degree unlawful transaction with a minor- continues 12/17/09. Travis Dwayne Coogle, 28, theft by deception including cold checks under $300- continues 1/07/09. George Timothy Jupin, 46, 2nd degree cruelty to animals- pled guilty 12 months probated 2 years no public offense cannot possess alcohol or illegal drugs/drug paraphernalia $100 donation to PINS. Christopher L. Grimes, 49, violation of Kentucky EPO/ DVO- pled guilty 12 months probated 2 years after serving 24 days no public offense no contact or communication and stay 500 feet away from Lisa Grimes and her residence. Nathaniel L. Kelch, 18, 4th degree assault with minor injury- continues 1/7/09. Elton Briles, 23, 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. Erin H. Alexander, 30, theft by deception including cold checks under $300pled guilty 10 days probated 2 years after serving 1 hour no public offense writes no checks. Elliott Lee Downet, 43, theft by deception including cold checks under $300continues 12/17/08. James Richard Esmont, 32, 4th degree assault/domestic violence with minor
injury- pled guilty 6 months probated 2 years after serving 10 days no public offense cannot possess alcohol or illegal drugs/drug paraphernalia. Eric S. Kingsley, 25, theft by unlawful taking/shoplifting- pled guilty 30 days probated 2 years no public offense stay out of Kroger’s. Christopher Andrew Skagg, 27, possession of marijuana; 2nd degree possession on controlled substance unspecified; use/possess drug paraphernaliacontinues 12/17/08. Shannon Renea Baize, 33, speeding 20 mph over the limit- dismissed on commonwealth motion. William S. Medley, 51, speeding 25 mph over the limit- dismissed on commonwealth motion. Daniel Robert Hehl, 42, operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol/drugs- pled guilty fine $300 plus costs 30 days probated 2 years after serving 4 days 90 days license suspended. Terry Shawn Burgess, 37, disregarding stop sign; failure of owner to maintain required insurance; no/ expired registration plates; operating on suspended/ revoked operators licensecontinues 1/14/09. Kelly Thompson Timberlake, 38, operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol/drugs- pretrial conference 2/11/09 jury trial 2/20/09. Johnathan Dustin E. Reesor, 23, leaving the scene of an accident/ failure to render aid or assistance- continues 12/17/08. Roger David Ginn, 36, theft by deception including cold checks under $300- dismissed on commonwealth motion. Tammie Gail Benham, 35, 21 counts of theft by deception including cold checks under $300continues 12/17/08. Kevin Scott Kennedy, 30, 9 counts of theft by deception including cold checks under $300- continues 1/14/09. Joann Louise Dearborn, 37, 13 counts of theft by deception including cold checks under $300- pled guilty 10 days probated 2 years after serving 1 day no public offense writes no checks. Jennifer Kessinger, 37, 4 counts of theft by deception including cold checks under $300- continues 1/07/09. Devin M. Brown, 20, alcohol intoxication in a public
Buckle up “That’s tip number one,” Geveden stressed. “There is no question about the value of safety belts for saving lives and preventing serious injuries. That’s what our message is all about: “saving lives’.”
trusted neighbor or friend, so that someone knows where you are likely to be at any given time. Check weather reports and road conditions before you begin the trip. Make sure your vehicle is road worthy for a long trip. Have a safety check and service done beforehand. Include emergency supplies in your packing list (blanket, flashlight, etc.) Don’t overload your vehicle, with suitcases and packages obstructing your view. Consider mailing some packages to your destination well before the trip. Avoid eating a big meal prior to the trip, which can contribute to drowsy driving. Avoid drowsy driving Constant yawning, heavy eyelids, and drifting out of your lane are a few of the warning signs that you may be on the verge of falling asleep at the wheel. When you are sleepy, your brain starts to shut down. Your ability to drive safely and to think quickly is significantly reduced. Your reaction time is slower, awareness is decreased, and judgment is impaired. The actions of fatigued drivers are frequently confused with drivers who have been drinking. The consequences can be just as fatal. Each year 100,000 automobile crashes, which lead to 40,000 serious injuries and 1,550 fatalities, can be attributed to drivers falling asleep at the wheel. place- pled guilty fine $25 plus costs. Steven F. Curry, 21, alcohol intoxication in a public place- pled guilty fine $25 plus costs. Micah Warren McKinney, 25, 4th degree assault/domestic violence with minor injury- defer 6 months. Nickolas A. Skaggs, 19, 3 counts of probation violation for misdemeanor offense- continues 12/17/08; speeding 15 mph over the limit- $1,000 bond. Kina Rhea Lucas, 42, 40 counts of theft by deception including cold checks under $300- failure to appear. Jennifer Lynn Hall, 38, theft by deception including cold checks under $300continues 1/7/09. Afton Leroy Smith, 41, 2nd degree assault; 4 counts of 1st degree wanton endangerment- held to Grand Jury 1/12//09. Mark Christopher Price, 38, fraudulent use of credit cards over $100 within a 6 month period; theft by deception including cold checks under $300- continues 1/14/09. Susan Celeste Ammons, 40, 4 counts of unlawful use of computers; 2 counts of 2nd degree criminal possession of a forged instrument; 6 counts of theft by deception including cold checks under $300- continues 12/17/08. Lawrence Douglas Wells, 18, probation violation for misdemeanor offense- continues 12/17/08.
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Friday, December 19, 2008
Green thumb grows scores of greenery, offers holiday evergreens By Crystal Benham crystal@thenewsstandard. com Rebecca Morrison remembers visiting her Aunt Francis and Uncle Harlo Conklyn in Charlestown, Ind. as a girl. She spent weekends and summers toying with an assortment of flowers, tomatoes, peppers, and other plants the Conklins grew in nine greenhouses at their nursery. “Once it’s in your blood, it’s always there,” Morrison said. “Once you (understand) it, you love it, and it’s just something you don’t want to put down.” Morrison — originally from Charlestown, Ind. — purchased Vena’s Garden five years ago and is now the owner of the establishment which boasts a new name, Garden Path. Located on Broadway in Brandenburg, the business carries only the freshest medley of Christmas trees, shrubs, and flowers, hundreds of ready-to-plant vegetables and fruits, seeds and plugs, and some of the lowest, most competitive prices in town. Morrison also landscapes residential and commercial properties throughout Meade County and the surrounding area with a small crew of three to four. Morrison calls herself a “picky boss,” but with almost 20 years of experience, she’s familiarized herself with various suppliers and the multitude of ways to transplant, nurse, and seed any plant imaginable. She says her meticulous actions are what shaped her honest and credible reputation. Unable to afford college, Morrison worked for educated gardeners to absorb the knowledge she needed to grow a green thumb of her own. A former boss once told her, “you only know what you read” — a mantra that has stuck with her. Morrison reads every chance she gets and educates herself insects and diseases so she raises healthy plants. In the early ‘90s, Morrison worked for a nursery in
Radcliff, Ky. Her employer wanted to sell the business and asked Morrison to purchase it. “I wanted my own business,” she said. “I just didn’t have an extra $100,000 or $150,000 that he wanted.” In 1998, Morrison decided to take a break from greenhouses and try a new line of work. “I thought, ‘well, I’m going to switch (occupations) and do something different,’” she said. “I’d been (gardening) for so many years … So, I went to an office.” Morrison said it was painful for her to sit at a desk for eight hours a day. “I hated it,” she said. “I helped with the 2000 Census and I couldn’t wait for it to be over. Once it was done, I came back to (gardening). I missed it.” After marrying her husband, Dennie, the couple settled in Meade County, and Morrison happened to stumble across Vena’s Garden. It wasn’t until 2003 that Morrison volunteered to help owner Vena Settles for a few days a week at the nursery. Less than a year later, Morrison bought the business. Now, she strives to produce only fresh, organic plants. “I would like to see more people (go green),” Morrison said. “(The chemicals) can’t be good for (anyone); and they’re not good for the insects … bees are almost gone.” The flowers and tomatoes at Garden Path are all pesticide free, she said. Morrison, her husband, and Cathy Wonderly — a twoyear employee — cautiously remove bugs that are on plants when she receives them from suppliers. “We try to keep an eye on every one of (the plants) and catch the (bugs) that come in (with them),” she said. “I’m trying to go completely organic, but I don’t use organic soil or fertilizer.” Spring is one of the busiest times of the year for Morrison. This spring, she aims to add a 30-foot-by-
TOP: Garden Path owner Rebecca Morrison checks on some shrubs at her Brandenburg nursery.
ABOVE: Garden Path has a variety of cream of the crop Christmas trees available for sale this holiday season. The nursery will be open Christmas Eve day until 3 p.m., then will close for the season and re-open March 1.
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40-foot greenhouse to the nursery. The greenhouse will be connected to the store so customers can roam through aisles of plants without enduring the heat or cold. Garden Path offers everything for the garden enthusiast: flowers, shrubs, Christmas trees, birdhouses, wreaths, vegetable and fruit plants and seeds, fertilizer, lawn ornaments and more. If a customer can’t find what he or she is looking for, Morrison can special order it. Over the years, Morrison has added more security cameras to the building and one-acre lot due to theft. She’s hesitant to stock the large varieties of yard ornaments she’d like to keep on site until she can build a security fence. Last year, Morrison noticed a customer looking at two juniper bonsai shrubs. She asked the man if he
needed help and he quickly got in his car and drove off. When she came to the nursery the next morning, the shrubs he had been eyeing — both worth $150 a piece — were gone. “Every year (people) steal something from me,” she said. “It’s getting more expensive … and it’s sad.” With Christmas right around the corner, Garden Path has a variety of Christmas trees for sale. Trees are priced at $25 and up and wreaths start at $15. Morrison will travel up to 75 miles for residential and commercial landscaping and is willing to subcontract her equipment. Garden Path delivers specific plants per request to funeral homes, as well. Garden Path is open Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. On Sundays, Morrison or Wonderly are at the nursery, but it’s best to call to see if
Now’s the perfect time for rent-to-own By David Uffington Dollars and Sense
If there’s ever a perfect time to consider buying a home via rent-to-own, this might be it. With a down economy, many buyers can’t get financing, and sellers are sitting on property they can’t move. Rent to own (also called a lease-to-purchase option or a lease-purchase agreement) works like this: You rent a house with a standard lease, but have one additional agreement in place: a purchase agreement or sales contract. This document gives you the option of buying the house at some set point in the future at a fixed price. A portion of your monthly payment (usually an additional amount above the rent) goes toward a down payment on the house.
As with any business deal, there are pros and cons to rent to own. On the plus side: •You’re able to build up your down payment every month. •If you have less-thanstellar credit, this gives you a chance to rebuild it. •You can check the house and neighborhood over a long period of time. On the negative side: •If you decide at the end of the option period not to buy the house, you lose the extra you’ve paid every month. •In most cases, you won’t get the tax benefit until you actually own the house. Some extra considerations: •If there are repairs to be made in a typical landlord/ tenant situation, usually the landlord is responsible
unless prior agreements have been made. Be very clear (in writing) who will make repairs while you live in the house. •If you make modifications or fix up the house and then decide not to buy it, you likely won’t get any money back. •Try to have additional time put on the end of the option period in case you can’t get financing. Finding homes isn’t that difficult. Start with those listed For Sale by Owner. A fast phone call will tell you if the owner is interested in a rent-to-buy situation. An owner with little equity is more likely to agree than one who has a lifetime of equity in the house. If you want to enter into a rent-to-own agreement, work with a real-estate agent to make sure you aren’t paying too much.
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AGRICULTURE
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Young gun has come a long way in seven short years By Laura Saylor editor@thenewsstandard.com
Everyone told Nicholas Hardesty he couldn’t do it, so that’s why he did it. The Midway farmer had aspirations of operating a farm since childhood, and when he vowed as a high school freshman — with one pig and three rented acres to his name — to pursue his dream, he was met with skepticism and doubt. “People said unless you had a farm that mommy and daddy gave you, you couldn’t farm ... that you couldn’t just start from scratch,” he said. “I wanted to prove people wrong.” Hardesty’s father, Eugene, had farmed tobacco until Nicholas was eight years old. Eugene ended up selling the family farm, but Nicholas remained adamant about pursuing a farmer’s life. Now, at the age of 22, he farms 15 acres of tobacco and more than 100 acres of hay, raises 70 cows, mans a hefty swine operation, maintains three recently purchased greenhouses, and employs three migrant farm workers. “I worked myself to death trying to get here,” he said.
“Some days you love it and some days you hate it.” Hardesty attained an Associate’s Degree in Business Management at Elizabethtown Community College last summer, is presently serving as a new member of the Phillip Morris Growers Council in Elizabethtown, Ky., and is in the midst of planning for a November 2009 wedding to his fiancée, Bethany Stull. Last October, Hardesty was also recognized as the prestigious FFA National Star Farmer. He was the first Kentuckian to win the award in the organization’s 80 year history. Hardesty was one of four finalists to compete for the title, all of whom had to first complete a lengthy application process, produce massive amounts of well-kept paperwork, and perform round after round of interviews — all subsequent to meeting other requirements through the FFA’s Supervised Agriculture Experience Program. “After talking with (the other finalists) it sounded like they all had lots of land they owned and new equipment and everything ... and I didn’t have those things,” Hardesty said. “But I knew
LEFT PHOTO THE NEWS STANDARD/LAURA SAYLOR KENTUCKY DEPT. OF AGRICULTURE
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LEFT: Meade County farmer Nicholas Hardesty eyes up different grades of baled tobacco inside his barn. ABOVE: Hardesty (center) was presented with the prestigious FFA Star Farmer Award at the 80th FFA National Convention in Indianapolis in October 2007. all about the day-to-day operations and management ... which chemicals and fertilizers I used in which fields ... all the things that showed this was my farming operation and I know the ins and outs of it.” Along with the prized award came $4,000 and a trip to Costa Rica, though Hardesty opted not to go. “It was during the busiest time of the year for me,” he said. “I would have
loved to have gone ... but it wouldn’t have worked out. I would’ve been calling home every five minutes checking on everything at the farm.” With so much gained in so little time, Hardesty said he’s learned to heed the advice other successful Meade County farmers: don’t get bigger than you can handle. “I’m definitely going to keep getting bigger ... I’d
like to eventually have a couple hundred acres,” he said. “But you’ve got to be patient. Each year I’m going a little step further and growing gradually.” Eugene helps out around the farm when he can, and Nicholas said he’s learned a lot from his father and mother, Debra, but he’s also become more and more privy by simply living and learning. “A lot is trial and error,”
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Prepare spring-calving herds by using body condition scores as indicators of health
Early winter is an optimum time to prepare your spring-calving herd for reproductive success. Adequate nutrition from about 50 to 80 days prior to calving is critical to maximizing a cow’s ability to rebreed and maintain a 365-day calving interval. If a cow gets inadequate nutrition or is thin at calving and breeding, she will take longer to come into heat and will require more services to conceive. The best method to evaluate the nutritional status of your herd is to do body condition scores. A body condition score is an estimate of the degree of body fatness of an animal, which gives us an estimate of the amount of body energy reserves available to the cow. Scores range from one to nine, with one meaning a cow is emaciated or extremely thin, while a nine is an animal that is extremely obese. Beef producers should train themselves to identify cows that are too thin, cows that are marginal and cows that have an optimal body condition score for rebreeding.
Body condition scoring is a tool to help plan your supplemental feeding program so you can maintain adequate productivity in your herd. You can determine body condition score by looking at the degree of sharpness or thinness in several areas of the cow’s body. The ribs and backbone are two primary regions you need to examine to help establish body condition score. Other important areas are the tailhead, shoulder and brisket regions of the cow. In general, cows with more fat appear smoother in these areas to the point that individual bones are difficult to see. Cows that are too thin, scores of three or less, have easily identifiable fore and rear ribs, sharpness across the backbone, sharpness over the hook and pin bones near the tailhead and sharpness across the shoulders. These cows need to gain approximately 150-200 pounds before calving if you want them to rebreed in a timely fashion.
Sanitizing tools now saves crops next year By Katie Pratt UK College of Agriculture LEXINGTON — Diseases pose annual problems for many tobacco and vegetable producers in the state. However, if they properly sanitize tools and equipment now, producers can prevent some diseases from reemerging during the next growing season, said Kenny Seebold, UK extension plant pathologist. “Getting things sanitized that were used in last year’s crop production and will be used again next year is an important step in disease prevention,” he said. Common bacterial and fungal diseases in tobacco and vegetables can survive in a variety of places during the winter months. One of the biggest tobacco diseases in Kentucky, black shank, can live in soil attached to tractors or farm implements. Organisms that cause other troublesome tobacco diseases, such as Pythium root rot and target spot, can overwinter in transplant trays that were used during the previous year, especially if the disease occurred earlier in the trays. In vegetables, diseases that affect tomatoes and peppers, such as bacterial canker and bacterial spot, can live dur-
ing the winter on the surface of gardening tools. Several fungal diseases that infect cucurbits (cucumbers, watermelon, squash) and tomatoes can survive in plant debris that were left on the ground or in the greenhouse. Producers can achieve proper sanitation by discarding or burying crop residue, removing clumps of dirt from production equipment and cleaning all equipment, trays and tools. “Probably one of the least expensive and most effective things to use is a 10 percent bleach, 90 percent water solution, but there are also a couple of ammonia-based products that will work well too,” he said. Since many diseases overwinter in the soil, annual crop rotation will help destroy or reduce the chances of the disease returning. This is especially crucial if the field contained a crop that contracted a disease last year. “Producers should not rotate with crops that are related to the crop that was previously grown in the area because related crops could be susceptible to the same diseases,” Seebold said. “Grasses and corn make good rotational partners for tobacco and vegetable crops grown in Kentucky.”
The optimum body condiCows that are borderline have a body condition tion score for mature cows score of four. These cows is a five or six. Heifers that are calving their first have easily identifiCEA for calf need to have a able 12th and 13th ribs, but their fore Agriculture score of at least six to maximize rebreedribs are covered. ing success. The backbone and The best way to hooks and pins are use body condition still prominent but scoring is sort cows are not sharp in apaccording to their pearance. The shoulscore at 90-100 days ders are less defined. before calving and These cows need to gain about 75 to Andy Mills feed these groups according to their score 100 pounds before and nutrient needs breeding season. Cows that are in optimal to optimize reproduction. Each body condition score body condition have scores of five or six and have a good typically represents 75 to 100 overall appearance. No ribs pounds of body weight. Anare visible unless the animal alyze your feedstuffs so that has been shrunk. The back- you can accurately balance bone, hooks and pins ap- rations to meet the needs of pear rounded and not easily each group of cows. This method not only enseen and the area around the tailhead is filled in but not sures adequate breeding pomounded. These cows sim- tential of your cowherd, but ply need to maintain their is also an efficient method of supplying nutrients to your weight until calving. Research has shown that cows. For more information on cows with scores less than five at calving have lower scoring body condition, conpregnancy rates and take tact the Meade County Colonger to rebreed than cows operative Extension Service with scores of five or higher. at 270-422-4958.
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Kentuckanna Livestock Market - Owensboro, KY Market Report per CWT for Monday, December 15, 2008 RECEIPTS: 280 LAST WEEK: 348 LAST YEAR: 347 Compared to last week: Slaughter cows sold 2.00 to 3.00 lower. Slaughter bulls steady to 2.00 lower. Feeder steers were steady to 2.00 higher. Feeder heifers were 2.00 to 4.00 higher. Slaughter cows were 14 percent of supply: Slaughter bulls 01 percent: replacement cows 04 percent and feeders 81 percent: The feeder supply included 34 percent steers 42 percent heifers and 24 percent bulls. 31 percent weighed over 600 lbs. Slaughter Cows: % Lean Weight A-Dress H-Dress L-Dress Breaker 75-80 1095-1585 38.00-44.50 37.50 Boner 80-85 1025-1355 37.00-45.00 28.00-36.50 Lean 85-90 810-1120 31.00-37.00 41.00 24.50-32.00 Slaughter Bulls: Yield Grade Weight Carcass Boning % A-Dress L-Dress 1 1835 78 55.00 2 1530-1715 76-77 49.00-51.00 Feeder Steers Medium and Large 1-2 Head Wt Range Avg Wt Price Range Avg Price 26 300-400 343 85.00-97.00 89.21 4 400-500 449 82.00-90.50 86.80 3 500-600 539 77.00-81.00 79.64 13 600-700 651 81.00-83.00 82.54 8 700-800 724 80.50 80.50 3 900-1000 912 77.00 77.00 Feeder Steers Medium and Large 2 Head Wt Range Avg Wt Price Range Avg Price 6 300-400 369 72.00-82.00 77.74 5 400-500 433 75.00-83.50 80.73 8 500-600 535 73.00-79.00 78.28 Feeder Heifers Medium and Large 1-2 Head Wt Range Avg Wt Price Range Avg Price 14 300-400 370 77.00-80.50 77.91 22 400-500 454 67.00-77.00 73.30 17 500-600 522 65.00-76.50 72.02 10 600-700 619 63.50-73.50 69.92 7 700-800 713 69.50 69.50 2 800-900 832 65.00-66.00 65.49 Feeder Heifers Medium and Large 2 Head Wt Range Avg Wt Price Range Avg Price 2 300-400 375 68.00-73.00 70.43 2 500-600 563 63.00 63.00 Feeder Bulls Medium and Large 1-2 Head Wt Range Avg Wt Price Range Avg Price 19 400-500 475 77.00-82.75 81.01 10 500-600 530 74.00-79.00 76.67 7 600-700 653 68.00-69.00 68.42 9 700-800 754 63.25-69.00 66.11 Feeder Bulls Medium and Large 2 Head Wt Range Avg Wt Price Range Avg Price 2 800-900 820 63.00 63.00 Stock Cows: Medium and Large 1-2: Cows 3-8 years old 3-8 months bred 775 to 1335 lbs. 39.50-56.00 per cwt. Stock Cows and Calves: NO TEST Stock Bulls: NO TEST Calves: BABY BEEF
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second straight region title. Davis’ motivation paid off as Greenwave beat Southern Well before the season last Wednesday during a regstarted, Meade County wres- ular season tri-meet, 42-33, at tling coach the Meade Bob Davis County Last Wednesday’s Wrestling used this Freshmen Results season’s GREENWAVE 42, SOUTHERN 33 Academy SouthGREENWAVE 78, FAIRDALE 3 gym. ern High “All School meet as motivation. summer and all through Southern is Meade Coun- November practice coach ty’s No. 1 contender in the re- has said Southern’s been gion this year, and the Green- practicing harder than you wave knew they would have guys, Southern’s been workto go through Southern for a ing harder than you guys,�
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ast Thursday, the Lady Waves lost something no team could prepare for. It wasn’t a playoff game, a district matchup, or a state championship. There was no way to coach around it, there was no amount of wind sprints that could’ve helped overcome it, and there was no level of play that could have defeated it. The loss was just insurmountable. They Lady Waves and the Meade County community lost a teammate, a friend, a leader, a daughter and a sister when senior Chelsea Stinnett tragically passed away in a car accident on her way to school.
“Chelsea was outstanding,â€? said Lady Waves basketball coach Josh Hurt. “It’s hard to imagine that a person can make such a positive impact on so many people. You couldn’t ask for a more positive, active contributor to everything in the community. She was truly special ‌ a once-in-alifetime kind of person.â€? Chelsea was a well-rounded student that captained both the basketball and volleyball teams, and also assisted special needs students and elementary students. Her teaching abilities translated to her leadership on and off the court. “Shake it off ‌ You’ll be fineâ€? was Chelsea’s constant motivating mantra and resonates as her tragic loss blankets the community. “I can see her and hear her saying that,â€?
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Meade County High School Principal Bill Adams said. “I think that’s very much Chelsea. I think that’s what she would say today.â€? Her teammates heard it every day. “In practice during post drills she would say it all the time,â€? Hurt said. “When we would miss a lay-up or drop a pass she would say it. She would probably say it 20 times a day.â€? Chelsea was in a class of her own on the basketball team ‌ literally. As the only senior on the team she became a natural leader. Last year, as the only junior on the team, she was an integral part of bridging the gap between five seniors and eight juniors.
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NASCAR: The year in review Smith quietly emerges as ROY
You’ve heard of Ryan car, that’s all there was to Newman, Tony Stew- it,’’ Smith said. “I’m pretty art, Kyle Petty and Kyle confident I’ll be driving a Cup car for someBusch. NASCAR body next year. I They all have just don’t know something in comwhich one. If not, mon as they’re all I’ll look forward NASCAR Sprint to another two seCup Series drivries and work hard ers and all are past to get back to this NASCAR Rookie level.’’ of the Year winThe one feather ners. Smith can put in Now here’s a Buddy name you maybe Shacklette his cap is the fact that despite failing haven’t heard of and that name is Regan to qualify for a pair of races this season he beat out Smith. Even though he pock- two-time IndyCar chameted $3.2 million in earn- pion Sam Hornish Jr. for ings this year, Smith isn’t the award. Hornish ventured into exactly a household name, but the 25-year old did the NASCAR Cup Series manage to join an elite club fulltime this season with when he won the Sprint Penske Racing after domiCup Series’ 2008 Rookie of nating Indy Car the last half a decade. the Year award. “You know, at the end “I’m really excited about getting Rookie of the Year,” there, Sam really started Smith said. “It’s a big deal. turning it on towards the First driver from DEI to be end of the season, the way able to get it. Let (owner) the points thing shook Theresa (Earnhardt) put down,” Smith said. “I it in the trophy room. She know a lot of the other gave me a great opportu- rookies weren’t in cars and the way the points shook nity this year.’’ If you don’t know of down, it was kind of awkSmith or have never heard ward this year. “But Sam’s a talented of him, don’t feel bad. He didn’t exactly set the se- race car driver. There’s ries on fire this season like been a lot of places he was extremely quick this some past rookies have. The native of Cato, N.Y., year. Mile and a half’s he’s led only two of a possible been quicker than us at a 10,328 laps and never fin- lot of them. We’ve been ished in the top-10 of 34 quicker than him at some races, but he did do well of them. But he’ll work it enough to win the award out next year, definitely, and give himself a chance and Penske’s a good organization, and they’re going at a future in the sport. “It’s something that at to put good stuff behind the end of the day, you him, for sure.’’ For now, a month afknow, you can put that on the shelf at the house ter the season has ended, and have that accomplish- Smith does not have emment,’’ said Smith. “I’m ployment — yet — for next very confident in my abili- season. DEI and Chip Ganassi ties as a race car driver.’’ Smith can give a portion Racing merged and the of his award to NASCAR only drivers assured of legend Mark Martin, who rides for now are Juan got Smith his fulltime ride Pablo Montoya and Aric with Dale Earnhardt Inc. Almirola. Smith has 102 Nationthis season thanks to his urging DEI management. wide starts under his belt Smith learned under Mar- and 23 Camping World Setin in 2007 and drove the ries starts, so a ride in one seven races at DEI that of those two series might be available if a Cup ride Martin didn’t compete in. This season Smith got the doesn’t develop over the steering wheel of the No. next 45 days. “Not knowing what I’m 01 Chevrolet all to himself and managed two top-15 doing next year, if I’m gofinishes while scoring an ing to be part of the Ganassi DEI thing or not,’’ average finish of 28.2. “This year has been a said Smith. “At least I’ve tough year. It’s a tough got (the award) to take to year for all the rookies. No them. Looking forward to excuses for that. It was a what next year brings for difficult year for the new me.’’
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Three drivers were the talk of the 2008 Sprint Cup Series: Jimmie Johnson, 2008 Sprint Cup Champion; Carl Edwards, owner of nine 2008 victories; and Kyle Busch, who dominated the Sprint Cup season before the Chase. By Monte Dutton NASCAR this week What was the main, overriding significance of the 2008 NASCAR season? It had already been established that the team of Jimmie Johnson and his crew chief, Chad Knaus, was the sport’s best. Now that Johnson has won three consecutive championships, it’s fair to declare that Johnson, not just his team, is the best in the business. Johnson wasn’t clearly superior to everyone else. Two drivers, Carl Edwards and Kyle Busch, won more races. In the Chase — i.e., what matters — Johnson
has proved unbeatable. His utter mastery of the format is something no one else has achieved. Almost from the moment he appeared in what is now Sprint Cup, Johnson’s statistics have far exceeded anyone else’s. It wasn’t a big year for parity. The three drivers mentioned above combined to win two-thirds of the races. Busch won more than 30 percent of the 26 regular-season races. Only 12 drivers won races, four fewer than 2007 and three less than 2006 and ‘05. The new car — once known as the Car of Tomorrow, or COT — generally produced quality races on restrictor-plate
tracks (Daytona and Talladega), road courses (Sonoma and Watkins Glen) and short tracks (Bristol, Martinsville and Richmond). At the end of its first year of full implementation, the COT is still a problem on the intermediate tracks where, unfortunately, the majority of the races are run. This was also the year NASCAR’s optimism was tempered by economic reality. Attendance and television ratings were falling off. Most of NASCAR’s leadership has never dealt with hard times before. How they adapt is an important issue to be watched. What was better?
Competition among the manufacturers, for one. Chevrolet won the formal competition, but the victory totals — Chevy 11, Ford 11, Toyota 10, Dodge 4 — reflected parity, in no small part due to the fact that the cars are now virtually identical. Monte Dutton has covered motorsports for The Gaston (N.C.) Gazette since 1993. He was named writer of the year by the National Motorsports Press Association in 2008. His blog NASCAR This Week (http://nascar.rbma. com) features all of his reporting on racing, roots music and life on the road. You can e-mail Monte at nascar_ thisweek@yahoo.com.
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From page B1 “She was the kind of person who would connect with anybody,” Hurt said. “She had the ability to talk to the older kids and was part of that group. But also she was able to interact with the younger kids. Because of that, we were able to make one big group and become a team last year. It would have not been easy to do without Chelsea.” Coming into this season, her role was a little uncertain. Last spring, Hurt gave a postseason evaluation: He didn’t know for sure if she would start. “She just said, ‘yes sir, I understand. I want to play and I’ll give it my best shot,’” he recalled. Chelsea left behind countless memories. “I’ll remember her smile, her enthusiasm,” Hurt said “She had just a great energy.” Hurt remembers the way she stood at the free throw line with her hands at her hips and her head tilted to one side. And of course he’ll remember her encouraging words, “shake it off … you’ll be fine.” The student Chelsea was an exceptional student who took her academics seriously, according to Adams. While taking challenging courses in high school, she aimed to pursue an education major at Bellarmine College next fall and room with one of her best friends, Danielle Clark, a senior at MCHS. “I think she would have been a great teacher,” assistant basketball coach and special needs teacher Todd Clanton said. “She would take everything with a smile. When I was hard on her, she took it with stride. She knew we were trying to make her better. That’s what makes a great teacher.” Teaching was an innate quality Chelsea possessed. She was always the first to help out — whether it was a teammate, friend or special needs student. Chelsea was part of the introductory to education program at school where she assisted elementary teachers throughout Meade County. She also worked with special needs students at the high school for one hour a day. “Some kids may make fun of the special needs kids, but that wasn’t Chelsea,” said Erin Sireno, a close friend and volleyball teammate. “She was always seen walking down the halls holding their hands or was the first one to sit next to them and ask how their day was. She loved being around kids. I think being an elementary teacher would have been perfect for her. And I know she would have been a volleyball or basketball coach.” The volleyball player Aside from excelling in school and on the basketball court, Chelsea was a dominating force on the volleyball court. She played a major role in the Lady Waves volleyball machine that won its third district championship in a row and rattled off a 22-8 record this past season. First year volleyball head coach Michele West came to Meade County as the fifth coach in four years. “The team kind of didn’t know who we were or what we were doing,” said assistant coach Jennifer Smith. “Chelsea was the first person to reach out to us.” Chelsea was again a bridge — the foundation of a union between a young team and new coaches. “She really helped us out,” West said. “She would tell us what the team was used to and what drills they did in the past. She really helped me and (Jennifer Smith) out this year. And she was going to continue helping me out this spring, with camps and practice with the freshmen girls. She was always willing to help.” West remembered her perfect serve as an outside hitter for the Lady Waves volleyball team.
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“It was an exact procedure,” she said. “Everything was exactly the same, every time, every serve.” During her serve, Chelsea quickly bounced the ball on the floor a few times. She looked up, aimed and hit the ball with a flawless followthrough, West said. As soon as the serve fell into play Chelsea donned her game face, which her coach and teammates described as “determined.” “She almost looked mad out there,” her coach explained. “Her face said, “I’m going to get you. I’m not going to lose.’” Another characteristic unique to Chelsea was the way she surreptitiously lifted her jersey over her mouth and listened intently when West addressed Chelsea during a game. “Chelsea would always do that,” West said. “I don’t know why, but it’s something I’ll never forget about her.” Chelsea was constantly smiling and happy when she played volleyball, until the coaches would bring out the dreaded “box.” The box was used at practice to help players receive the ball. It was Chelsea’s most detested drill. “She hated that box,” West said with a laugh. “She would always say ‘I’m going to burn that box at the end of the season.’ It came up missing a few days after the season and we were almost certain she took it. But she didn’t; it turned up eventually.” Chelsea’s determination on the court was unwavering, almost to a fault. “I know she played hurt,” West said. “She would land on her wrist and hold it for a bit. I knew she was hurt, but she kept playing.” During a tournament in Corydon, Ind., Chelsea injured her knee and sat out for a short breather. She wouldn’t let the injury stop her from playing. “Nothing would hold her back,” West said. “She would say ‘no I’m fine, I’m fine,’ and then run back onto the court. That was her — she was just determined to play the game she loved.” During that same tournament, the Lady Waves team found itself tired and lost its momentum after playing three games in row. Then Chelsea called a timeout in the middle of the third match. “She huddled us up and said ‘Everything will be OK.’” Erin said. “We picked our game up and played a lot better. We wouldn’t have done that without that timeout and her saying that to us.” The leader Leadership was Chelsea’s best resource on the court. She was a team player, and her team was going to win no matter what. Through all her athletic accolades, Chelsea never grew selfish, even when it was her time to shine. “She wasn’t just deter-
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mined and hardworking, but she was caring,” West explained. “Sometimes you don’t get that. When someone is hard working they don’t necessarily care about others. But not her, she cared about her team and she cared about winning.” Adams knew firsthand of her magnanimous demeanor. After every athletic programs’ senior night at MCHS, Adams would announce the seniors over the PA system the next day. By accident Adams forgot to say Chelsea’s name after the volleyball team’s senior night. “I felt horrible,” he said. “Many students would have been upset with me and justifiably so. But not Chelsea … She said ‘Mr. Adams it’s OK. It’s not a huge deal. I forgive you and don’t worry about it.’ And that’s how Chelsea was.” She lived by her own words and just “shook it off … and was fine.” The friend Good friends always have each others’ backs through the thick and thin. Chelsea’s close friend, Erin Sireno, always new she was an amiable friend. “She was like a big sister to me,” she said. “I always looked at her for advice. She would tell me what to do in different situations. She didn’t take any crap from anyone. If someone was being mean, she would tell them to stop it. I knew she was there for me.” Erin, a junior now, moved to Meade County during her freshman year. Chelsea and Danielle Clark were the first to befriend her. “She would come over to my house and hang out all the time,” Erin said. Erin and Chelsea used to sit in the Sireno’s basement, wrapped up in a blanket eating a massive bowl of Cheetos and drinking big glasses of chocolate milk as they watched movies from their childhood. “We would just sit back and watch old movies like ‘FernGully’ or something like that,” Erin remembered. “We would just pretend we were five years old again.” Sometimes the bowl of Cheetos was replaced by Chelsea’s peculiar, yet favorite snack: Lays Potato Chips slathered with mustard. “She loved that,” Sireno said. “I actually tried it once and it wasn’t that bad.” During school days, Chelsea, Erin, Danielle, sophomore Kayla Biggs, and a myriad of other friends hung around Chelsea’s locker, joking and laughing. “We always stood at lockers and talked about the stupid stuff we did that day or something like that,” Erin said with a quiet chuckle. “We were always laughing.” If they weren’t hanging out by their lockers or at each others’ houses, the group would
gather near the boat docks in downtown Brandenburg. Erin recalled the time she and Chelsea locked Kayla out of her car near the boat docks and drove away. “Kayla called us up and said she was getting chased by a dog,” Erin said. “Chelsea decided to wait for awhile and let the dog chase her for a bit … We eventually went back to help Kayla.” That was Chelsea the clown — always ready to make someone laugh. “She was business on the court and goofy and laughing off the court,” West said. “She was always willing to talk to the girls, or make a crazy face to cheer them up. There are so many pictures of her sticking out her tongue or being goofy. She was always willing to make fun of herself just to get a laugh.” The daughter and sister Chelsea was proud, and most of all, of her family. “She loved to tell stories about her family,” said assistant basketball coach Deena Hurt. “She would come into practice and say how her mom was getting ready to get her hair cut or always talking about her brothers. She was proud of her family and always willing to share stories.” Her brother, Nick, was also a star athlete from MCHS. He graduated last spring. “She was proud of Nick,” Hurt said. “She really loved her family.” Chelsea’s smile was infectious, her goodwill was unyielding, and her service to others was never-ending. Chelsea’s love for sports derived from her intrinsic leadership, her ingrained athleticism and her constant drive toward perfection. She was the ultimate teammate and the absolute friends — a wonderful young person whose absence will never be filled. “The last time I saw her was when she popped her head around the corner of the library and was like ‘Hey,’” Danielle said. “It’s so surreal. I keep thinking she’ll be there tomorrow.” Coming to terms with Chelsea’s loss will be a difficult process. Josh Hurt feels it will never be the same. “There won’t be a day where we won’t miss Chelsea’s presence,” he said. Long after the season is over and the sound of bouncing basketballs fades away, the echo of Chelsea’s voice will remain: “Shake it off … You’ll be fine.” And maybe that’s all that needs to be heard. Editors Note: The News Standard spoke to several people about Chelsea and wish we could have spoken to everyone whose lives were affected by her. All had kind words to say, unfortunately we only had room for a few individuals’ comments. We appreciate everyone who shared their memories with us and our thoughts go out to everyone affected by her loss.
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From page B1 kids that are cutting down and changing weight classes. They are always going to be tough. We beat them by more than 10 points, which amazes me. I enjoyed the entire match. It made the night.” The match of the night featured the 215-pound goliaths. Junior Tyler Crow matched up with Southern’s best wrestler, who usually wrestles at the 189-pound class. “That match broke (Southern’s) back,” Davis said. “I don’t know why they went after (Crow). He met their challenge and came out with a win. He did what he had to do. It was a little topsy-turvy for a while. He was wrestling a strong kid.” The match went well into the third round as both wrestlers fought for position, but Crow managed to pin his opponent. Crow felt it was his toughest match of the season. “It was hard,” he said. “I was watching him and hoping he would make a mistake. He finally did and I got him down and on his back. Then I started to squeeze him … Once you start squeezing they squirm less.” Crow walked away with the pin and six huge points for the Greenwave — a huge boost since the team lost some important points in the lighter weight divisions. Medley had the quickest pin of the night when he took down his opponent in 16 seconds. The 135-pounder has not gone past the second round this season and he attributes his quick victories to his chess-like strategy. “I have moves that I do, then I have backup moves,” he said. “In my head, I have three moves ahead of what I’m going to do. Like if one doesn’t work, then I’ll do this or if that doesn’t work I’ll try something else.” During the 140-pound match, sophomore Oscar Burgos got a much needed pin in the second round. Throughout the bout, he was forced into difficult positions, but managed to escape. Davis says it’s because Burgos is so flexible. “(Burgos) is young and makes a lot of mistakes, but somehow he’ll get out of it,” he said. “If you’ve ever seen the Fantastic Four you would think he was the stretch man. It used to hurt me to watch him. Now it doesn’t bother me, because it doesn’t hurt him. There’s no hurt in that kid.” One of the Greenwave’s senior captains, Tanner Cole, won his methodical match with a 5-1 decision. “(Cole) works hard,” Davis said. “Everything he does is technical. He wrestles sound
1. Entering 2009, only three current major-league teams have never been to a World Series. Name two of them. 2. In 2007, Jake Peavy became the fourth San Diego Padre pitcher to win a Cy Young Award. Name two of the first three. 3. Name the first NFL kicker to hit two field goals of 50-plus yards in a game. 4. In the past 25 years, only twice has a team missed the NCAA Tournament in men’s basketball one season, then won the title the next. Name the two teams. 5. How many NHL playoff series have the Phoenix Coyotes won since the franchise moved from Winnipeg in 1996? 6. Five-year-old mare Peppers Pride set a mark in 2008 for most consecutive victories by a North American thoroughbred. How many was it? 7. How many Association of Surfing Professionals world championships has Kelly Slater won? Answers 1. Seattle Mariners, Texas Rangers and Washington Nationals. 2. Randy Jones (1976), Gaylord Perry (1978) and Mark Davis (1989). 3. Jim Martin of the Detroit Lions in 1960. 4. Louisville (title in 1986) and Syracuse (title in 2003). 5. None. The Coyotes have lost five playoff series. 6. Eighteen entering 2008. 7. He won his record ninth title in 2008.
matches every time and rarely makes mistakes. He’s one of those kids that can follow better than anyone that I’ve seen.” The Greenwave also defeated a young Fairdale team, 33-3, during the meet. “Fairdale is another quality team,” Davis said. “They scare me to death down the road. They wrestled sophomores and freshmen. They are a strong program and growing.” The meet also allowed the Meade County JV team to wrestle on a mat adjacent to the varsity mat. “The JV team did really well tonight,” Davis added. “I was very happy with them. Every time I looked over there they were winning. I’m proud of them and the coaches. Our program has come a long way.” Evidence of the team’s growing fan base was also plain to see, as the Greenwave wrestled in front of a packed gym. “It’s just good to see this tonight. We never had this last year,” Davis said about the crowd. “To fill this place up really meant a lot to us. Then we had our kids out there putting on a pretty good show for them tonight. It’s just awesome. It’s a great atmosphere and I don’t know if the fans enjoyed it, but I did.” Results from Thursday’s match: MEADE COUNTY 42 SOUTHERN 33 Lance Kelly pin Dylan Pike loss 7-4 decision James Childress pinned in the second round Brandon Scott pinned Garrett Kenealy pinned Joey Carter pin in first Oscar Burgos pin in second Ethan Medley pin in first Zach Uhlig won 11-4 decision Tanner Cole won 5-1 decision Nelson Mason, Jr. won by forfeit Brandon Simota pinned Tyler Crow pin in third Chaz Nevitt pin in first MEADE COUNTY 78, FAIRDALE 3 Lance Kelly won by forfeit Dylan Pike won by forfeit James Childress won by forfeit Brandon Scott pin in first Garrett Kenealy won by forfeit
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It was a great meet for Meade County High School swimmers on Saturday at Western Kentucky University. Both the girls and boys swim teams swam well throughout the invitational. The two teams set a total of six school records during the meet including: girls 200-yard medley relay (2:09.00), girls 200-yard freestyle (1:57.38), In addition to contributing to the two school records in the girls relays, Ashley Crotzer also set an individual school record in the girls 50-yard freestyle with at time of 28.32. This was one of the oldest school records on the books, dating back the to 2005 regional meet. The boys team also set a school record in the boys 200-yard freestyle relay with a time of 1:36.01. The relay team members were Shawn Mason, Scott King, Alex Medley and Troy Jobe. Last, but certainly not least, Troy Jobe set two individual school records, again breaking his own re-
cords in the boys 100-yard freestyle (50.55) and the boys 100-yard backstroke (54.32). Troy’s time in the 100 yard backstroke this weekend was even faster than his Region 3 record time of 54.79. There were also numerous personal records set by swimmers during the meet. The combined team scores got them a fourth place finish out of 20 schools. The girls and boys teams each finished fifth. Results Women 200-Yard Medley Relay 5 Meade County 2:09.00 Spilman, Megan; English, Kelsey; Hurt, Lisa; Crotzer, Ashley Men 200-Yard Medley Relay 4 Meade County 1:52.88 Jobe, Troy; Medley, Alex; Patterson, Jimmy; King, Scott Men 200-Yard Free 21 Mason, Shawn 2:18.58 Men 200-Yard IM 18 Osborne, T.J. 2:40.98 19 Caro, Kip 2:41.71 Women 50-Yard Free 3 Crotzer, Ashley MEA 28.32 15 Duffield, Shannon MEA
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FROM TOP TO BOTTOM: Oscar Burgos puts his opponent in a headlock. Tyler Crow slams a Southern wrestler to the mat. Zach Uhlig tugs on a his opponents leg to gain position. Joey Carter pin in third Oscar Burgos loss 16-10 decision Ethan Medley pin in first Zach Uhlig pin in first Tanner Cole pin in second Nelson Mason, Jr. won by forfeit Brandon Simota pin in second Tyler Crow pin in first Chaz Nevitt pin in first Nelson County Duels Meade County results from Saturday’s duals at Nelson County High School: MEADE COUNTY 43, NELSON COUNTY 30 MEADE COUNTY 66, BULLITT CENTRAL 18 MEADE COUNTY 42,
HARRISON COUNTY 35 NORTH OLDHAM 45, MEADE COUNTY 34 MEADE COUNTY 43, FRANKLIN COUNTY 36 Individual results: 103: Lance Kelly 2-3 112: Dylan Pike 4-1 119: James Childress 4-1 125: Brandon Scott 4-1 130: Garrett Kenealy 4-1 135: Joey Carter 3-2 140: Oscar Burgos 1-4 145: Ethan Medley 5-0 152: Cody Hoskins 2-3 160: Luke Hamlin 0-5 171: Nelson Mason Jr. 0-2 189: Brandon Simota 3-2 215: Tyler Crow 5-0 285: Chaz Medley 2-3
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30.11 18 King, Ali x30.47 22 English, Kelsey x30.73 24 Hurd, Whitney x30.89 28 Gerkins, Jenny x31.36 30 Slyfield, Paige x31.63 31 Monchilovich, Tara x31.69 35 Spink, Morgan MEA x32.82 Men 50-Yard Free 4 Medley, Alex 23.83 12 King, Scott 25.29 26 Gainer, Frank x27.23 27 Presley, Justin x27.48 31 Higgins, Chris x28.67 36 Wilson, Tate x29.90 Women 100-Yard Fly 6 Hurt, Lisa M 1:12.51 Men 100-Yard Fly 19 Gainer, Frank 1:13.54 20 Bevill, Ben 1:14.03 21 Patterson, Jimmy x1:14.67 Women 100 Yard Free 5 Crotzer, Ashley 1:03.85 14 Mills, Kenzie1:06.57 20 Spilman, Megan x1:08.32 28 Duffield, Shannon N x1:10.72 Men 100-Yard Free 1 Jobe, Troy T 50.55 9 King, Scott 56.93 15 Caro, Kip x1:00.43 16 Mason, Shawn x1:00.62 27 Osborne, T.J. x1:04.82 29 Higgins, Chris x1:05.60
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31 Lanham, Andrew x1:07.22 Women 200-Yard Free Relay 6 Meade County A 1:57.38 English, Kelsey; Duffield, Shannon; Mills, Kenzie; Crotzer, Ashley Men 200-Yard Free Relay 3 Meade County A 1:36.01 Mason, Shawn; King, Scott; Medley, Alex; Jobe, Troy Women 100-Yard Back 10 Spilman, Megan 1:15.85 11 Mills, Kenzie 1:16.71 18 King, Ali x1:21.62 Men 100-Yard Back 1 Jobe, Troy T 54.32 19 Bevill, Ben F 1:10.21 20 Patterson, Jimmy x1:10.33 21 Presley, Justin x1:10.64 Women 100-Yard Breast 8 Hurt, Lisa M 1:22.79 9 English, Kelsey 1:22.96 Men 100-Yard Breast 6 Medley, Alex 1:10.97 Women 400-Yard Free Relay 6 Meade County A 4:29.39 Mills, Kenzie; Duffield, Shannon; Spilman, Megan; Hurt, Lisa Men 400-Yard Free Relay 8 Meade County A 4:04.55 Mason, Shawn; Osborne, T.J.; Gainer, Frank; Patterson, Jimmy
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Tips to protect your rifle against wet weather Submitted by the Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Dept. FRANKFORT — The upcoming late muzzleloader deer season may be a wet one for hunters. With rain in the forecast and waterfowl seasons also open, hunters should get ready to deal with wet muzzleloaders and shotguns. “I always make sure my gun is good and oiled beforehand if I’m expecting rain,” said Dave Frederick, a deer and waterfowl hunter as well as a wildlife biologist with the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources. “You can save yourself a lot of work by making sure it’s well-oiled before hunting.” Frederick cautions hunters not to over-oil their guns, as this can cause the action to stick. But a light coating of oil will help protect a gun from the elements. “I use a good oil with Teflon, to help bead up the water and protect the metal,” he said. “Afterwards, usually when I’m duck hunting in the rain, I’ll pull it apart and dry it off.” Muzzleloader hunters who leave the field with a wet gun should pull the stock and barrel apart and dry both.
Water can get between the stock and barrel and quickly lead to rust. Hunters should not put a wet gun in a case. “That will cause the gun to rust that much faster,” said John Brunjes, a waterfowl hunter and Kentucky Fish and Wildlife migratory bird biologist. “Not only that, your gun case will also get wet. Then you’ll be getting the gun wet over and over when you put it in the case.” Guns can sometimes get completely submerged in water during a waterfowl hunt. This is one instance when a wipe down with light oil won’t get the job done. “If you drop your gun down in water, you need to quickly take it apart and clean it,” Brunjes advised. “If it’s just a light rain or a splash, you can wait until you get home to break it down.” It’s a good idea to wipe down a wood gunstock, using the same lightly-oiled rag used for the barrel. Wood stocks are finished with a sealant, but over time the sealant will break down. “If you keep a thin layer of oil on the stock, it will help keep water out,” said Frederick. “I always wipe my stock down. You’re just adding oil
to the wood to give it a little bit of water resistance.” Synthetic gunstocks don’t need any special care when they get wet. Hunters who spend a lot of time in wet conditions may want to go a step further and consider having their entire gun dipped in a synthetic coating. For less than $150, you’ll end up with a gun that is practically waterproof. Late muzzleloader deer season runs Dec. 13-21 statewide. Zone 4 deer hunters should note that only antlered deer are legal for harvest Dec. 13-18 in that deer zone, while either sex deer may be taken Dec. 19-21. For complete deer hunting regulations, including bag limits, equipment restrictions and hunter education requirements, pick up a copy of the 2008-09 Kentucky Hunting & Trapping Guide. Most waterfowl seasons are currently open. For complete waterfowl hunting regulations, including season dates, zones and bag limits, check the 2008-09 Kentucky Hunting Guide for Waterfowl. Regulation guides are available wherever hunting licenses are sold.
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Commission raises elk quotas Submitted by the Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Dept.
FRANKFORT — Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Commission members voted today to raise the number of quota elk permits to 1,000 and proposed additional firearms season days for elk hunters for the 2009-10 season. Commission members at today’s quarterly meeting in Frankfort also proposed standardizing the muskellunge minimum size limit at Cave Run, Buckhorn and Green River lakes. The Fish and Wildlife Commission recommends all hunting, fishing and boating regulations for approval by the General Assembly and approves all expenditures by the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources. All recommendations must be approved by legislators before they become law. In wildlife-related business, the Commission voted to increase the number of quota elk hunting permits to 1,000 for the 2009-10 hunting season, up from 400 quota elk permits awarded in 2008-09. The total number of permits will include 250 permits for antlered elk and 750 permits for antlerless elk. Commission members also voted to allow drawn elk hunters the option of paying for their quota elk permit online. These changes do not affect regulations and therefore do not require approval from legislators. The Commission proposed adding a second week of firearms quota antlered elk hunting to the current one-week season. Under the proposal, drawn hunters who receive an antlered elk permit would be assigned to either the first or second week of the season. If approved, the two-week antlered elk firearms season would run Oct. 3-16, 2009. Hunters with a Landowner Cooperator or Special Commission permit would be allowed to hunt during both weeks of the firearms season. Archery and crossbow season framework for quota antlered elk hunting would remain unchanged. However, the proposal would move the opening of antlerless elk archery and crossbow seasons to Oct. 17, 2009, one week later than the
current season framework. Commission members also proposed additional hunting days for drawn quota antlerless elk hunting. Under the Commission recommendation, drawn quota antlerless elk hunters would be permitted to hunt antlerless elk during the modern gun deer season in November, in addition to the existing two-week firearms antlerless elk season in December. If approved, the change would allow quota antlerless elk hunting Nov. 14-23 and Dec. 1225, 2009. The Commission proposed a special youth elk hunt and drawing for 2009. Under the recommendation, five either-sex elk permits would be available to youth ages 15 and under. The permits would be valid for a special youth hunt on Paul Van Booven Wildlife Management Area Sept. 2628, 2009. If approved, youth hunters could apply for the hunt by purchasing a $10 elk lottery application April 1-30, 2009. Youth hunters may still purchase a separate $10 elk lottery application to enter the regular elk quota hunt drawing. Two youth permits, one antlered and one antlerless, are already awarded through the lottery, and will remain available for the 2009-10 elk season. These permits are valid during the regular elk season only. In fisheries-related business, the Commission recommended standardizing the minimum size limit on muskellunge at 36 inches at Cave Run Lake, Green River Lake and Buckhorn Lake. Previously, Cave Run Lake and Green River Lake had a 30-inch minimum size limit for the species and Buckhorn Lake had a 40-inch minimum size limit. Fisheries regulations voted on by the Commission at today’s meeting would take effect in March 2010. The Commission also recommended implementing a 9-inch minimum size limit on crappie at Fishtrap Lake and removing yellow bass from the statewide aggregate daily limit of 15 fish for white, hybrid striped and yellow bass. There will be a 30 fish daily creel limit on yellow bass. Lick Creek in Simpson County and East
Fork Clarks River in Calloway County will be removed as seasonal catch and release trout streams. Lick Creek will still be stocked with trout in the summer months. The Commission also recommended discontinuing the practice of using a tooth patch as the regulatory method for identifying spotted bass. Anglers use a tooth patch as a means of differentiating spotted bass from largemouth bass. However, many largemouth bass also possess this tooth patch, which leads to confusion. The next Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Commission meeting will be held at 8 a.m., Friday, March 6, 2009 at #1 Sportsman’s Lane off U.S. 60 in Frankfort. Persons interested in addressing the Commission must notify the Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Commissioner’s office in writing at least 30 days in advance to be considered for placement on the meeting agenda. To request to address the commission, write to Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources, Commissioner Dr. Jon Gassett, #1 Sportsman’s Lane, Frankfort, Kentucky, 40601.
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By Samantha Weaver •It was Austrian physician and psychologist Wilhelm Stekel who made the following sage observation: “The mark of the immature man is that he wants to die nobly for a cause, while the mark of a mature man is that he wants to live humbly for one.” •The prehistoric megalodon shark got its name from the Greek words meaning “big tooth” -- and rightly so. The megalodon’s huge jaws could clamp down on its prey with a force of 12 to 20 tons. To put that in perspective, the great white shark has the strongest bite of any animal alive today, with a comparatively puny 2-ton bite. That 2 tons, though, is still 23 times as strong as the biting force of the human jaw. •Everyone knows that musical artists have certain requirements that must be met for them to perform onstage. For instance, it’s been reported that the seven-time Grammy-awardwinning hard-rock band the Red Hot Chili Peppers need to have a meditation room backstage at all their performances. •Considering the astonishing feats of upriver swimming accomplished by spawning salmon, it is perhaps unsurprising that the name of the fish comes from the Latin word “salir,” which means “to leap.” •Thought for the Day: “Journalism is publishing what someone doesn’t want us to know, the rest is propaganda.” -Horacio Verbitsky © 2008 King Features Synd., Inc.
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ARIES (March 21 to April 19) The arts are a strong part of the Arian aspect, with music becoming more dominant. An important decision looms as a longtime relationship takes an unexpected turn.
TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Surrounding yourself with beautiful things helps restore the Taurean soul. Enjoy an art exhibit, for example. Or redecorate your personal space with something truly splendid.
GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Some colleagues might try to talk you out of what they insist is a risk, but which you consider an opportunity. As usual, follow your own good sense when making your decision.
CANCER (June 21 to July 22) A workplace change you might have worried about soon proves to be highly favorable for the clever Crab who is ready to take advantage of new opportunities opening up.
LEO (July 23 to August 22) Congratulations. Your Leonine pride is polished to a dazzling new brilliance thanks to your success in winning support for your new project from even the most doubtful of detractors.
VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) An unsettling rumor about a colleague’s apparently regrettable behavior is soon proved groundless, allowing you to enjoy the upcoming end-of-year festivities in a happy mood.
LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Your success in helping to create a harmonious environment out of a chaotic situation earns you the admiration of someone who could become an important new presence in your life.
SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Your Scorpion’s sense of loyalty could find you leading a passionate defense of a loved one you feel is being unfairly treated. The week’s end brings long-awaited family news.
SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Your keen instincts are once more on high alert as you find yourself being pressured to make a quick decision about a certain matter. More facts come to light by week’s end.
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CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) An unexpected workplace development could disrupt some family plans. A full explanation, however, averts domestic discord. A financial matter continues to need attention.
AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) Spend time away from distractions to reassess some recent moves that might not have worked out as you had hoped. What you learn could be invaluable for future decision-making.
PISCES (February 19 to March 20) A recent act of kindness is a reminder of how important your friends are to you. You might want to show your appreciation by hosting a special pre-New Year’s party just for them.
BORN THIS WEEK: You always try to do your best, which sometimes causes you to be critical of those who don’t live up to your standards. © 2008 King Features Synd., Inc.
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Harrison County Hospital will offer the flu vaccine to adults 18 and over by appt. only, while supplies last. Cost is $15, payable in cash or check, or we will bill for Medicare. You must have your Medicare card present to qualify. To schedule an appt., call 812-738-7894 Monday thru Thursday.
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Dressing Tons of in layers body is the heat best way escapes to stay right from warm your head. and toasty Scarves, in the cold, face masks, because you and earmuffs can start out are also great at with lots of clothes covering you up so to keep you warm and you'll stay comfortable then peel them off once you start longer. And don't forget mittens or to heat up. If you don’t know how gloves, the waterproof kind are best if you know you'll be playing around much to wear, go for more layers to a lot in the snow. Keeping your hands start, they can always come off later. (Whatever you do, always leave warm and dry is important because your coat on, that’s one layer that fingers are sensitive to the cold. should stay!)
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Childbirth Education Class meets every Thursday for 4 weeks, beginning Jan. 8 in the Parvin Baumgart Education Center 7-9 p.m. Free if delivering at Harrison County Hospital. $20 if delivering at another facility. Call 812-738-7830 ext.2012 for more information and for registration.
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164 acre farm, near Big Spring, has an old farm house and barn, city water available, pasture, crop, and forest land. Has frontage on Hwy.2199 and Hwy. 2213. $2,900 per acre. Financing Available for Everyone! www.kentucky-land.com, 270828-2222. 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, 270828-2222. 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.
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, 270828-2222. Mobile Home and land on Hwy.920 near Vertrees in Hardin County. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, city water, nice and clean home. $49,900. Financing Available for Everyone! www.kentucky-land.com, 270828-2222. Double-Wide Home and land near Brandenburg, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, city water, located off Hwy.448 on Meade Springs Road. $69,900. Financing Available for Everyone! www.kentucky-land.com, 270828-2222.
Open and level 3.3 acre tract of land in Grayson County near Nolin Lake, water and electric available. $900 down. Super nice 3 bd. 2 ba. single-wide 16x80, large open kitchen, dining, and living rooms, garden tub in master, scattered trees on lot and new decks. Located in Meade County. $5,000 down.
1-6 ACRES in Meade County near Fort Knox. Ok for single or doublewides homes. County water and electric available, owner financing. 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.
3 bd. 1 ba. house with attached garage, new flooring and paint, Breckinridge County $59,900.
61 + 51 acres, perfect hunting in Breckinridge County, $1,500 per acre. Possible owner financing.
9.5 acres with septic and cistern. Payneville, Meade County. $2,500 down.
32 acres near Webster. All woods. Has electric available. Nice home site and good hunting!
Nice, clean 3 bd. 2 ba. modular home, fireplace, lots of cabinets, on 2 acres off 920, Hardin County. $69,900.
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179 acres with farm house fixer upper located near Big Springs, 30 minutes from E-town. 10% down. 13.5 acres open land with pond in Custer of Breckinridge County. $500. Horse lovers here is your land, 20 acres already fenced, open and beautiful, Circle K Road in Lediburg of Breckinridge County. $900 down. Totally secluded, gorgeous building site 10+ acres 7 miles outside of Irvington in Breckinridge County. $500 down. Conveniently located off Hwy.86, on 1401, country life living but close to town. 2+ acres, open land with water $500 down. 2.9 acres. Open with some trees and a pond in Hardinsburg. $500 down. 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!
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 Lot 50 - 1.27 acres $14,400 Lot 51 - 1.232 acres $13,900 INDIAN OAKS SUBDIVISION 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
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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 270-422-1050. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS meetings are held at the Acceptance Place 1370 Hwy.79 in Irvington. Meetings are every Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sundays at 8 p.m. For more information, call 270-547-0347 or 270-547-0445. NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS meetings are held at the Acceptance Place 1370 Hwy. 79 in Irvington. Meetings are Monday, Tuesday, and Thursdays at 8 p.m. For more information, call 270-547-0347 or 270-547-0445. AL-ANON meets every Sunday and Tuesday, 8 p.m., Alcohalt House. For more information, call 270-497-4885. THE OPEN DOOR ALTEEN group meets Thursday at 8 p.m. at The Alcohalt House. For more information, call 270497-4885. 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, 270547-4569 or 270-4974885. GAMBLERS ANONYMOUS, Lincoln Trail Behavioral Center, Radcliff Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS Corydon Presbyterian Church. Every Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. Non-smoking. For more information, please call 270-828-3406. TOPS Buck Grove Baptist Church. Every Tuesday at 6 p.m. For more information, please call Lena at 270-422-2692.
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Youth remember troops during holidays Submitted by Rachel Baelz Meade County Public Library Director The Meade County Public Library sent holiday greetings to our troops stationed at home and abroad at Story Hour on Dec. 2. Seventeen preschoolers decorated cards to brighten the Christmas of those serving our country. Upcoming events •North Pole Post Office This December, the North Pole Post Office has opened a branch at the MCPL. Paper for letters to Santa can be found in the children’s section. Be sure to drop your letter or picture in the special mailbox so it can be sent to Santa’s workshop. •Santa Visits the Library Tuesday, Dec. 23 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. in the children’s section at the MCPL. Get your picture taken with Santa and tell him what you are wishing for this Christmas. Las Posadas Christmas Fiesta to follow at 6:30 p.m. in the annex.
•Christmas Story Hour Tuesday, Dec. 23 from 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. in the Annex. Join us to hear a reading of “The Night Before Christmas,” make an ornament for your tree, and for a special appearance by Santa Claus. •Bedtime Story Night, Tuesday, Dec. 30 from 6:30-7 p.m. in the Annex. Children ages two through five and their caregivers are welcome to come listen to chilly stories about winter at our monthly Bedtime Story Night. Children are invited to wear their pajamas and bring a favorite stuffed animal, blanket, or pillow. •Health and Wellness, The Meade County Public Library, along with the Meade County Health Department, is sponsoring two health and wellness classes to help you take control of your health. A smoking cessation class will begin on Tuesday, Jan. 6. This class will run for ten weeks from 1 – 2 p.m. in the library annex. Participation is absolutely free,
Meade County Boys Elementary Saturday Basketball — Dec. 13 DTW 2 21 vs. Payneville 19. Scorers for DTW 2: Luke Babb 11; Levi Benham 6; Nate Wilson 2; Preston Smiley 2. Scorers for Payneville: Cody Tate 7; Adron Whelan 4; Jesse Moore 4; Sam Stivers 2; Camaron Galvez 2. Ekron 1 33 vs. Muldraugh 14. Scorers for Ekron 1: John Miller 13; Kase Mattingly 8; Zach Humphrey 6; Josh Durbin 4; Christopher Abernathy 2. Scorers for Muldraugh: Tyler Compton 10; Seth Davis 4. DTW 4 24 vs. Ekron 2 16. Scorers for DTW 4: Will King 16; Mirah Kaiser 4; Elijah Ashmore 2; Craig Lindsey 2. Scorers for Ekron 2: Ty Curry 8; Kasey Jarrell 2; Logan Hicks 2; Barrett Dowell 2; Curtis Smith 2.
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Paige Martin, Kasia Serafin, and Molly Matthews proudly display the Christmas cards they made for troops. although participants are responsible for purchasing their nicotine replacement products. This course helps smokers kick their nicotine addiction by providing information and support. In February, the Meade County Public Library and the Meade County Health Department will be cosponsoring We Can!, Ways to Enhance Children’s Ac-
tivity and Nutrition. Mark your calendar, these sessions will begin Feb. 23. This is a four-week program that focuses on healthy food choices for children, increasing physical activity and reducing screen time. The sessions will run from 10:30 a.m. to noon in the library annex. Participants will receive a free parent workbook.
Meade County High School honor roll students 9th A’s 2nd Six Weeks Brown, James Robert Brown, Mallory Kate Chism, Brian Thomas Clark, Rebecca Michelle Corbin, Julee Ann Cox, Alexis Victoria Deal, Brooke Leigh Durbin, Cody Payton English, Kelsey Jaymes English, Renee Arlene Fuson, Benjamin Kyle Hardesty, Joseph Blake Hardin, Helena M Haynes, Megan Lorraine Hebert, Gabrielle Veronica Hewlett, Matthew Walker Hobbs, Sydney Claire Johnson, Rachel Leigh Justis, Zachary Tyler Kaiser, Daniel Christopher King, Alison Elizabeth King, Jordan Thomas Ledford, Abbigail Shea Logsdon, Amanda Ann Logsdon, Amberly Brooke McGraw, Courtney Renee Miller, Micaela Grace Moore, Matthew Douglas Morsey, Amanda Joy Mosier, Candice Elizabeth Mucker, Mashiara Charnelle Ronetta Mundell, Zachary Lewis Nadeau, Tessa Rae Nelson, Rachel Nichole Parker, Taylor Anne Phillips, Mckayla Ashton Poe, Edward Alexander Powers, Rachel Amelia Redmon, Madison Claire Reynolds, Corah Mikkaila Rowell, Dana Renee Russ, Katharine Alexandra Qiu Schwartz, Cheaney Michael Shelton, Whitney Lou Smith, Brady Gene Taylor, Paige Kennedy Vallejo, Darius Suttner Nguyen Welton, Cody Dwayne Wilson, Benjamin Oneal II Wilson, David Thomas III Zabel, Andrew Blayne 9th A’s & B’s 2nd Six Weeks Allen, Savannah Dawn Alsip, Cara Renee Arney, Sarah Elizabeth Ballman, Makayla Ruth Bates, Austin Timothy Beck, Christopher David Blevins, Cheyenne Autumn Board, Kayla Jo Boone, Katie Jean Brown, Kari Nicole Bruce, Tiffany Dawn Bruner, Ryan Alan Burks, Alexandria Berlin Burton, Selena Marie Butler, Andrew Stephen Campbell, Joshua Frederick Carnell, Justin Shane Chism, Chelsea Elaine Chism, Veronica Schae Chun, Kalanilia L Clark, Jessica Allison Clutts, Laurel Rae Collins, Ashley Nicole Compton, Stephen Bruce Cooper, Eric Alonzo Jr Curts, Alyssa Danielle Dowell, Wesley Ethan Eberhardt, George Henry Farmer, Jordan Sage Funk, Ashley Nichole
Garris, Chase Edward Geary, Jennifer Rose Gempler, Emily Rae Givans, Jon Tyler Gonsalves, Jarrett Lopaka Jr Grosskopf, Haley Ann Guess, Kirstie Lachele Gunter, Helena June Hollis, Sarah Ruth Hoskins, Cody Tyler Howard, Briana Nicole Howard, Jennifer Ann Humphrey, James Matthew Hurd, Whitney Ann Knott, Wesley Kyle LaFollette, Charles Russell Lancaster, Brittany Sue Level, April Lynne Manion, Ryan Massey, Dylan Shawn McKenzie, Schuyler Zane Milliner, Mason Dakota Mills, MaKenzie Lynn Morgan, Dalton Layne Nevitt, Kurtis Andrew Osborne, Cadederia Jasmine Pack, Ryan Eugene Perdue, Courtney Nicole Phillips, Kristina Marie Presley, Megan Leigh Raisor, Kristina Rene Rednour, Andrew Neil Reichmuth, Lacey Rose Rister, Michael Scott Sanders, Tiffany Gale Saunders, Jessica Brittany Saylor, James Phillip Shultz, Joshua Allan Sireno, Ashlee Megan Smith, Austin Glenn Smith, Jessica Ruth Smith, Katie Ann Spencer, Brittany Nicole Spink, Emily Ann Stankiewicz, Sarah Elizabeth Tucker, Kylie Michelle Vaughn, Rebecca Louise Williams, Jeffery Leon Winstead, Shelby Lee 10 A’s 2nd Six Weeks Ackerman, Hayley Elizabeth Adams, Jesse Lynn Adams, Kelsey Ann Adams, Michael Tyler Addison, Jordan Lee Ammons, Emily Darlene Barr, Lauren Danielle Barr, Ryan Anthony Basham, Sara Elizabeth Beck, Kathryn Lynn Benton, Erin Elizabeth Benton, Kristin Nicole Buckey, Savannah Jessie Burchett, Lindsey Shea Campbell, Trevor Michael Curran, Angela Marie Dennis, Jessica Laine Dowell, Ashton Brooke Duff, Courtney Jeane Eigenheer, Michelle Leigh Gray, Shelby Kathleen Greenwell, Raymie Lawren King, Eric Scott Jr. McClish, Christopher Michael II McCombs, Emily Katharyn Moody, Chelsea Rae Moorman, Marissa Payne Padgett, Kayla Nicole Patel, Bhavin A Powers, Scarlett Rhae Scott, Shawn Bradley Shacklette, Alice Ann Warford, Kelli Elizabeth
Waters, James Dalton Willis, Leroy III 10th A’s & B’s 2nd Six Weeks Beckham, Amanda Leaann Begley, Saul Joseph Biggs, Kayla Diane Rachelle Bishop, Joseph David-Anthony Blehar, Jace Mitchell Brown, Tabitha Elaine Brown, Tiffany Nicole Cade, Melissa Marie Caporale, Michael John Carnell, Monica Ann Clark, Kurtis Tyler Clements, Joseph Cody Cosgrove, John Casey Cummings, Chelsea Lynn Devine, Cheryl Ann Doehlman, Airk Jameson Dowell, Katie Amber Dowell, Sara Catherine Ellis, Corina Mckenzie Emert, Lindsey Megan Farrow, Aleshia Nichole Filburn, Tiffany Sue Hardesty, Christopher Owen Hardesty, Jeremy Paul Hardin, Lindsay Marie Heibert, Shelby Cameil Higgins, Christopher Matthew Hobbs, Cadie Lucretia Hobbs, Paige Suzanne Hubbard, Brandon Theodore Hurt, Lisa Marie Janes, Bethany Ann Jarboe, Jannah Marissa Johnson, Caleb Ty Kasey, Austin Dale Kelley, Dakota Ray Kessinger, Amber Nicole Kimel, Hannah Nicole Laslie, Aurora Elizabeth Virgi Latta, Christine DonAnn Longoria, Curtis James Lucas, Tiffany Nichole Madison, Ethan Keith Maifeld, Jennifer Lee Matthews, Evan Lane Mattingly, Casey Elaine McCrary, Sharon Lindsey McCubbins, James Robert McDaniel, Brock Matthew Mills, Jerry Lee Pack, Tyler Scott Padgett, Brian Anthony Parcell, Nathaniel Timothy Pike, Amelia Suzanne Pipes, Alexa Nickole Raisor, Trisha Nichole Rankin, Leann Rankin, Samantha Richardson, Lydia Pearl Robbins, Blake Alexander Robbins, Michael Shane Sand, James Edward III Satterley, Nicole Lynn Schuman, Ashton Taylor Scott, Brandon Gregory Settles, Aaron James Shepard, Jasmine Annette Singleton, Ethan Hunt Slinger, Samantha McKenzie Slyfield, Paige Larae Smith, Ryan Kincaid Smith, Zachary Louis Snyder, Ethan Joseph Spilman, Megan Elizabeth Spink, Morgan Leeann Stanley, Shawntrice C Stepkaeva, Yana Konstantinovna Stewart, Brianna Jane Stewart, Kalyn Jo Stinnett, Ryan Scott
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Stivers, Brendan Charles Story, Jamon Tyler Thomas, Rebecca Faith Thomas, Samantha Gabrielle Trice, Virginia Eileen Hester Wariner, Emmett Jazzman Wathen, Andrew Joseph Wedge, Joseph Christopher Whelan, Stephanie Lynn Wideman, Marina Lynn Williams, James Robert Wilson, Britney Lenay Wilson, William Watts II Woolfolk, Nicholas Hunter Young, Lindsey Walton
DTW 3 39 vs. Battletown 18. Scorers for DTW 3: Dewan Ditto 8; Trevor Yates 8; John Millay 2; Sam Sherretz 8; Larry Poindexter 6; Bayley Smith 4; Mark Wilson 3. Scorers for Battletown: Keston Gagel 10; Slater Adams 6; Andy Ballis 1; Tanner Weick 1. DTW 1 34 vs. Flaherty 16. Scorers for DTW 1: John Wilson 18; Ethan Fackler 8; Tommy Graham 4; Nicholas Benock 2; Jimmy Ewing 2. Scorers for Flaherty: David Sipes 6; Christian Leslie 4; Johnathan Howard 2; Austin Rice 2; Chris Haught 2.
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11th A’s 2nd Six Weeks Abell, Teresasue Lynn Ackerman, Cameron Chase Adams, Alexa Azhae Brown, Ashley Kathleen Carter, Ashley Nicole Dages, Deanna Nicole Dailey, Issac Harrison Lonzo Darnall, Heather Michelle Durbin, Alyssa Kaye Greer, Jay Barrett Hasse, Christoph Higbee, Kayla Marie Humphrey, Ashleigh Ryan Jenkins, Shelby Ann Kendall, Emily Brooke Lancaster, Christina Michelle Lembach, Nicholas Reid Lynch, Quinten Michael McCleavy, William Shay Miller, Christopher Docherty Miller, Keith Thomas Pike, Sherry Ann Powers, Bliss Danielle Ray, Andrea Michele Renyer, Kathryn Marie Smith, Cynthia Anne Smith, Jessica Nicole Sutterley, Rachel Marie Wilson, Caroline Elizabeth Yundt, Cameron Blake
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Taylor Daley is The News Standard’s Star Student of the week! Taylor Daley was nominated by Mrs. Jane Slinger. “Taylor has shown herself to be a studious student with a positive attitude toward her fellow classmates. She has demonstrated such quality characteristics such as leadership, responsibility, and integrity and has earned respect and admiration among her student peers. She is an intelligent, resourceful, and energetic student, who has favorably impressed all of her teachers. She is a true leader and an asset to the Meade County School District, as well as our community!”
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Taylor Daley is 14 years old and attends Stuart Pepper Middle School.
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YOUTH
Elementary students qualify for STLP state competition
The David T. Wilson Elementary Student Technology Leadership Program (STLP) recently competed in the Regional Showcase Competition at the University of Louisville. Students presented their project about ‘Red Ribbon Awareness’ and earned an exceptional score that qualifies the group for STLP State Competition to be held in May COURTESY PHOTO at Rupp Arena in Lexington. Con- Pictured above, from left to right, are David T. Wilson Elementary School STLP members Cassie Emert, Emma Wilgratulations! son, Annie DeVries, and Karissa Hardesty. Continued from B10 Dukes, Kimberley Miriah Dutchover, Joseph Lee Eden, Kelli Ann Elmore, Mirage Amara Fochtman, Chelsea Elizabeth Funk, Ricky Ray Jr Gittings, Chelsea Marie Goodhart, Alec Gregory Graham, Kevin Dwayne Greenwell, Michael Shane Hamlin, Luke Thomas Hanson, Tia Amber Hardesty, Amy Suzanne Hart, Amanda Catherine Helton, Alexa Lea Higgins, Thomas Daniel Jr Hiser, Krysten Alley Hobbs, Alexis Rae Hoebee, Lauren Nicole Hollis, Elizabeth Marie Hooper, Bethany Kai Howard, Jolene Rae Hubbard, Robert Andrew Huffines, Hannah Leslie Humphrey, Joseph Calvin Jarboe, Amanda Corinne Jensen, Stefan M Johnson, Daniel Richard Jr Johnson, Elijah Cole Johnson, Rayanne Lynzi Kaelin, William Casper Kelly, Randall Lee Kenealy, John Brandean Kingsbury, Kyle Kenton Kwarciany, Christopher Adam Leasor, Clinton Douglas
Leonhart, Kara Marin Lopez, Tyler Matthew Mason, Nelson E Jr Matthews, Caroline Ashley Mattingly, McCauley Tyler McCoy, Kelcie Danae McGee, Heather Ann McIntosh, Ashley Elizabeth McIntyre, Kyle Andrew McLeod, Taylor Kane McMahan, Tayler Levi McMurry, Emily Ryne Monchilovich, Tara Lee Morgan, Fancy Suzette Deanne Morgan, Jessica Leigh-Ann Noyes, Chelsey Renee Ory, Taylor Lynn Patterson, Kory Thomas Poindexter, Vettlee Wade Charles II Reardon, Maranda Kayli Reichmuth, Jordan Lee Ridd, Sarah Dawn Riggs, Rachel Rene Risen, Stephanie Darlene Rule, Justin Lee Satram, Isaiah Marcus Sawyers, Sarah Michelle Schroeder, Douglas James Schwartz, Miranda Kaye Sheeran, Benjamin Eugene Shelman, Nathaniel Reid Singleton, Codi Lynn Sireno, Erin Marie Skipworth, Edward Adam Smith, Katie Marie Smith, Michael Allen Smith, Michael Tylor Smith, Taylor Michelle Soderstrom, Jessie Mae
Stone, Robert Sebastian Story, Jessica Marie Stull, Kelsi Anna Swinehart, Charles Nicholas Swinehart, Megan Leann Taulbee, Zachary Lee Taylor Thomas, Amanda Rae Thon, Anthony Scott Turner-McDonald, Courtney Lynn Vallejo, Lynett Suttner Nguyen Wade, Jerry Lynn Jr Walters, Danielle Lynn Wathen, Mallory Ann Westfall, Jonathan Bryce Willett, Zachary Cody Woodfork, Ashley Richelle 12 A’s 2nd Six Weeks Benham, Emily Diane Brangers, Adina Marie Cannady, Claire Francis Finley, Molly Delana Hiner, Brandy Mae Hobbs, Callie Mattingly, Ethan John Miller, Emily Margaret Mills, Landon Clay Mitchner, Rebecca Hope Morgan, Justin Blake Richardson, Alexander Lee Smith, Matthew Scott Smith, Rachel Paige Smith, Taylor Raye Stanley, Kelsey Morgan Straney, Ethan Kelly West, Jessica Marie West, Michael Ray Whelan, David Lee
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Princesses get royal treatment at Library's Holiday Tea Party More than 30 princesses gathered for the annual MCPL Holiday Tea Party at Brandenburg Primary on Tuesday, Dec. 9. The princesses created their own teacups, read a story and learned all about manners and etiquette. The library even had a special guest, Princess Lindsey, who poured tea for the girls.
ABOVE: The princesses pose for a picture with Princess Lindsey. RIGHT: Princess Valerie Meadows was happy to be enjoying such regal company. PHOTOS COURTESY OF MEADE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY 12 A’s & B’s 2nd Six Weeks Abell, LaVanna Roshelle Adams, Robert James Ashbaugh, Kristina Marie Beams, Julie Kay Bevill, William Cole Bickett, Laura Morgan Bishop, Dustin James Blevins, Jennifer Kay Brown, Loni Michelle Carey, Joel Robert Carman, Romie Nicholas Paul Carroll, Jennifer Diane Chapman, Justin Tyler Clark, Russell III Coppage, Tyler Dwane Corum, Brandon Earl Crase, James Lee Cruz, Candice Rebecca Cundiff, Stephen Jonah Damico-Roach, Thomas Lee Damron, Brianne Nicole Dowell, Brittany Mae Dzur, Michael James Ebey, Courtney Ann Edelen, Andrew Joseph Ellis, Alexandria Faith Fackler, Christopher Ryan Fackler, Megan Lee Fackler, Morgan Christine Field, Justin Lee Fout, Eric Allen Frank, Courtney Delaine Furnival, Alexander Warner Gayetty, Courtney Gonsalves, Maia Anoi Pua Lucero Gordon, Sarah Nichole Green, Mark Nathaniel Jr Grimsley, Michael David
Hamlet, Thomas Ray Hardin, LeeAnne Codey Harreld, Maris Marie Hartman, Tiffany Kate Hesse, Kira Katharina Hobbs, Valerie Ann Ives, Johnathon Mathew Jobe, Troy Tyler Johnson, Bobbie Danielle Jones, Kellen Marie Jupin, Natalie Rae Kinser, Joshua Steven Krider, Kelly Lynn Lyons, Harley Michelle Maloney, Kirstie Elizabeth Matthews, Nicole Dawn McCrary, Aaron Michael McCubbins, Steven Ray McGuffey, John Thomas
McMurray, Amanda Marrgwen Lorraine
McSweeney, Michael Emmett Medley, Alex Charles Medley, Ethan Todd Menser, Stephanie Ann Mercer, Charles Edward Jr. Merideth, Jacob Isaac
Mewhorter, Alexandria Windwalker
Miller, Jacob Miles Miller, Ryan Cody Neben, Haley Maxine Padgett, Cynthia Leighann Perry, Kaitlin Dawn Peterson, Benjamin Jacob Pike, Brett William Poe, Karen Ellen Poplawski, Robert Chase Powers, Julia Gabrielle Powers, Nikolas Allan Quetot, Erin Mercedes
Raley, Alicia Niko Ramstein, Jonathan William Ray, Emily Jo Raymer, Kyle Joseph Richerson, Britney Danielle Rister, Lydia Marie Robbins, Leslie Ann Robinson, Roni Gail Rogers, John Paul Royal, Joseph William Seelye, Isaac Shane Shain, Caitlin Tessa Shoulders, Elisabeth Kaynell Slayton, Stephanie Michelle Smith, Amanda Nicole Smith, David Micheal Jr Smith, Katie Lynn Speaks, Ryan Samuel Stout, Brian Lee Straney, Sarah Kathryn Taylor, Amber Dawn Thomas, Jacob Scott Trice, Edward Francis Tucker, Amanda Rose Tynan, Jeffery Michael Walker, Bradley Kaye Wardrip, Kellie Kaye Warman, Cheyenne Dakota Wernz, Christopher Thomas Whelan, Corey Lee Wilfong, David Michael Williams, Tasha Mae Wimpee, Courtney Nicole Wise, Jordan Micheal Wood, Carly Marie Woodfork, Chelsey Nicole Congratulations Meade County High School students.
HERITAGE
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Anniversary
Fundraiser
Friday, December 19, 2008
Local ladies bowling league bowls fundraiser
TOP LEFT: Bill Basham, vice president of the Brandenburg Fraternal Order of Police, receives a $435 check from Gaynell Dupin, coordinator of the Shop with a Cop raffle. TOP RIGHT: Joanne Clites, member of the Doe Bowlers Ladies League attempted to bowl a strike during Thursday’s night competition. Last Thursday, members of the Doe Bowlers Ladies’ League gathered at Lynn’s Pins in Brandenburg to enjoy bowling and raising money for a well-known benefit in Meade County – “Shop with a Cop,” an non-profit organization benefiting kids during Christmas.
Charles and Judy Russell 50th Anniversary Charles Wayne and Judy Russell of Brandenburg — in the Weldon community — will celebrate their 50th anniversary tomorrow. They were married on Dec. 19, 1958. Mrs. Russell, the former Clyone Juliette Harrington, is the daughter of George Hayward (Arch) and Edith Marie Pack Harrington of (Weldon) Brandenburg. Mr. Russell is the son of Charles Robert and Geraldine Wathen Russell of (Weldon) Brandenburg. They have five children, Sharon Clyone Jones of Weldon, Charlene Wynne Russell of Weldon, Christina Lynn Russell of Brandenburg, Jennifer Kaye Kline of Louisville, Daryl Wayne Russell of Rough River, Ky., and six grandchildren. They will be celebrating on Dec. 20 at the Weldon Christian Church Fellowship Hall from 4-8 p.m. No gifts please.
Wedding
Women from all areas of the county participated in a night of competitive bowling for a great cause. All donated items from local businesses and residents were auctioned off and all proceeds went to support “Shop with a Cop.”
Marriage Licenses
Wendy Marie Morgan, 34, of Mauckport, Ind., daughter of Eileen Esther Herdt and William Edward Rogers, to Roger Dale Wooten, Jr., 28, of Mauckport, Ind., son of Darlene Duke and Roger Dale Wooten, Sr. Valerie Yvaughan Bruce, 21, of Vine Grove, Ky., daughter of Linda Inez Taylor and James Hamilton Bruce, to Matthew Wayne Rupert, 26, of Vine Grove, Ky., son of Patricia Kay Luna and Raymond Dale Rupert. Erin Nicole Dowell, 26, of Guston, daughter of Michelle Arlene Wilson and Gary Roger Dowell, to Clayton Troy Howard, 29, of Guston, son of Debra Gayle Johnson and Wilmoth Clayton Howard. Lynn Nichole Cockerill, 22, of Brandenburg, daughter of Kellie Lynn Rakestraw and Jimmie Dean Cockerill, to Christopher Bradley Harding, 20, of St. Pete, Fla., son of Laura Francis Nowak and Earl Chris Harding. Deborha Louise Colson, 35, of Vine Grove, Ky., daughter of Mary Louise Mills and James Thomas Colson, to Michael Todd Puckett, 40, of Vine Grove, Ky., son of Mary Lou Milan and Douglas Ray Puckett.
Wilson and Stull Wedding Mr. and Mrs. Travis Stull of Brandenburg are pleased to announce the engagement and upcoming marriage of their daughter, Ashley Marie Stull, to SN Kenneth Ray Wilson, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Gene Wilson of Guston. Ashley and Kenny are both 2008 graduates of Meade County High School. Kenny is currently serving in the United States Navy. They will be stationed in Kings Bay, Georgia after their wedding. The ceremony will take place this evening, Dec. 19, 2008 at 6:30 p.m. at the Farm Bureau Community Building in Brandenburg. A reception will follow at the same location. Invitations have been sent.
Happy Birthday
Ryan!
Love, The Whole Family!
Birthdays
December 19: Jaylen Brooks December 20: Pete Shewmaker, Frank Lucas December 21: Hope Beam, Seth Chee, Ryan Bruner, Shirley Pate December 22: Joe Noble, James Robert Wilkins, Chip Robinson December 23: Rodney Fackler
In Loving Memory of
James E. Logsdon We would like to thank everyone for their care and support during Jimmy’s illness, with special thanks to Gene and Faye Wilkins for all their help during this difficult time. We would also like to thank our neighbors, Randy and Jenny Jackson, Larry Adkins, and our loyal friends at Ann’s Cleaning Service for their support and help. Thank you to Hager Funeral Home and Deacons Mike Jones, Billy Logsdon and the Rev. Johnny Logson for services. Additional thanks for flowers, cards, food and prayers during the loss of our loved one.
Ann Logsdon and family
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