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Over 200 attend ribbon cutting ceremony

COPELAND BRIDGE DEDICATED

Water Board to seek funding for several areas of the county

$1.75 Million approved for River Caney, Duck Hollow, and Copeland During the regular monthly meeting of the Breathitt County Water District, board members were given updates on current projects and approved to seek funding for all areas in the county who do not have access to the water.

During the meeting, officials from Abandoned Mine Lands (AML) presented the board with documents to secure $1.75 million dollars to construct water lines in the River Caney, Duck Hollow and Copeland areas of the county. Funding for the project should be available after July of this year.

In regards to the Highway 476 project, AML officials said that construction should begin within two to three months pending final documentation.

AML also informed the board that the Decoy area would be tested in the next two weeks as the Knott County Decoy area was tested.

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Two Dozen Die From Drugs In 2010

In a report released recently, the number of drug deaths that occurred in Breathitt County topped the two dozen mark in 2010.

According to statistics released by the Breathitt County Coroner’s Office, a total of 24 drug death cases were investigated by the office out of the 116 cases total reported to the office.

Even though the report documents 24 drug deaths in the area, some of those may not

Local, State, and Federal dignitaries were in attendance at the ribbon cutting ceremony for the Copeland Bridge on Monday. See Page A3

QUICKSAND FIRE DEPARTMENT GETS WATER AFTER 20 YEARS

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Trio Arrested For Shoplifting Three Jackson residents were arrested Sunday after they shoplifted from Wal-Mart.

Arrested were Lilian Noble, Dianna Mullins, and Carol Jones all of Walk Log Branch in the Athol area of the county. All three were accused of concealing items in their purses an attempting to leave the store without paying for the items.

Jones allegedly had $82.32 worth of merchandise, Mullins had $7.73 and Noble had $11.92.

All three were arrested by Jackson Police officers and Lodged in the Three Forks Detention Center where they were later released.

Pictured above are Vice Mayor Stephen Bowling and a representative from Ronnie Mullins Construction as they watch a river bore to run a water line to the Quicksand Fire Department.

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Five people recently entered guilty pleas to drug charges and were sentenced to prison ranging from probation to 10 years.

Those entering and guilty pleas are as follows: Adam Wireman was charged with trafficking in a controlled substance and for being a persistent felony offender- Sentence 10 years; Chasity Watts was charged with trafficking in a controlled substance and was sentenced to five years which was probated and referred to Drug Court; Toby Noble Watts was charged with trafficking in a controlled substance and was sentenced to ten years; Adam Morris was charged with trafficking in a controlled substance and for being a persistent felony offenderSentence 10 years; Gareth Herald was charged with the manufacturing of Methamphetamines and was sentenced to eight years.

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Thursday, March 24, 2011

Public Records tHree ForKS JAIL rePort • LAWSUItS • DeeDS • DIvorveS • MArrIAGeS • neW DrIverS

The following cases were heard in Breathitt Circuit Court on Friday, March 11, 2011 with the Honorable Frank A. Fletcher presiding:

Ann Barrett, pled guilty; formal sentencing set for March 25, recommended sentence is ten years to run concurrent with child support case Bobby Brewer, continue March 25 Jimmy Bullock, continue March 25 willard G. Campbell, amend charge of Burglary 2nd to Burglary 3rd Hank Collins, bond change to $832 payable to child support; pre-trial conference March 25 Larry Daniels, pay fees by June 10 and sentenced to five years-probated for five years Patricia Deaton, pled guilty; sentenced to one year, probated for two Shelby Donahue, continue March 25 Luther Fugate, motion to revoke probation—continue March 25 James S. Gaddis, continue March 25 James Gilbert, continue March 25 Ira Hall III, pre-trial conference set 7-8-11 (Perry County case pending—murder charge) LAWSUITS Jackson Hospital Corporation vs. Tommy J Howard, Tiffany Herald, David McIntosh, Margaret Lee Sebastian, Diana L Spicer, John W. McIntosh RJM Acquisitions LLC, vs.

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Tracy Henson, continue March 25 Gareth Herald, sentenced to eight years (taken into custody) Glenna Herald, pre-trial conference August 26 (currently in rehab in Corbin, KY) otis Lee Hollan, sentenced to five years (child support case) and payments must be made upon release or bench warrant shall be issued; sentenced to ten years on other charges, both sentences run concurrent Robert Hollan, sentenced to four years Justin Hollon, pre-trial conference set for April 8 French Howard, continue March 25 Leslie Johnson, motion for jail time credit under advisement Brian Lovins, pled guilty— sentencing set for March 25 (recommended sentence is five years) Charles Melton, continue July 22 George Miller, pre-trial conference set for April 8 Mark Sean Mills, pled guilty—sentenced to five years, credit time served and balance probated for five years Adam Morris, sentenced to ten years Cynthia Morris, continue

March 25 Beve S. Muncy, bench warrant issued Anthony Napier, pre-trial conference March 25 Debra Campbell Napier, continue March 25 Toby Noble, sentencing March 25—recommended sentence is ten years Sonya Lynn Palmer, partial probation revocation— sentenced to thirty additional days Maxine Prater, pre-trial conference March 25 Margie L. Ratliff, continue March 25 Patsy Rose Reed, sentenced to three years, probated for three years (released today) Robert Robinson, pre-trial conference March 25 Harold Smith, continue March 25 Gary w. Stivers, continue June 24 Rachel Annette Strong, motion for shock probation granted Phillip E. Turner, bench warrant outstanding; $11,000 full cash bond payable to child support Christy watts, diversion granted—sentenced to five years and diverted for five years on condition defendant completes drug court (release today) Adam wireman, sentenced to ten years

Capital One Bank vs. Elesha L Watts and Naomi S Hensley Portfolio Recovery Associates vs. George Johnson COK and Smith, Jennifer N. vs. Eric B Smith Jackson Hospital Corporation vs. Tina Ritchie COK and Spicer, Phillip W.

vs. Melena R. Spicer COK and Williams, Rachelle L. vs. Billy J Williams James Baker, ET AL vs. Ricky McIntosh,ET AL Adam Spencer vs. Tonya Back Kenneth Ray Neace vs. Brandy Clemons

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Traffic Stops

Three ForKS Jail inTaKe reporT

Mary C. Begley, age 32 of Jackson, weekender Jimmy Childers, age 31 of Jackson, receiving stolen property (under $100), DUI1st offense, fleeing/evading police 2nd on foot Bernice Coffee, age 53 of Booneville, theft by unlawful taking or disposition Stephanie G. Combs, age 35 of Jackson, weekender Bonny Mae Dunaway, age 24 of Beattyville, receiving stolen property (over $100), alcohol intoxication in a public place, fleeing/evading police 2nd on foot John Fraley, age 44 of Jackson, assault-4th degree (minor injury), terroristic threatening 3rd degree2counts Brenda Mae Fugate, age 41 of Jackson, no tail lamps, driving DUI/suspended license-1st offense Jeremiah Taylor Gray, age 18 of Jackson, possessing a controlled substance 2nd Scott A Gross, age 31 of Jackson, serving warrant for other police agency, serving warrants for court, receiving stolen property (over $100), serving bench warrant for court Arnold Gwin, age 24 of Jackson, operating motor vehicle intoxicated/drugs Gary Howard, age 58 of Jackson, trafficking controlled substance,1st degree, 1st offense Shannon Howard, age 35 of Clayhole, serving warrant for court Shirley Howard, age 53 of Jackson, trafficking controlled substance 1st degree, unlawful transaction

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Arrests Made

with a minor Phillip Aaron Hudson, age 21 of Jackson, public intoxication Carol Jones, age 43 of Jackson, theft by unlawful taking Tina Marie Mazzie, age 51 of Nashville, TN, alcohol intoxication in a public place Sheila S McIntosh, age 29 of Jackson, theft by unlawful taking, resisting arrest, disorderly conduct Freddy Miller, age 24 of Jackson, alcohol intoxication in a public place Diana Mullins, age 48 of Jackson, theft unlawful taking, serving warrant for court Lillian Grace Noble, age 22 of Jackson, theft by unlawful taking Angel Sizemore, age 32 of Jackson, serving warrant for court Christopher Smith, age 33 of Vevay, IN, failure to produce to insurance card, no insurance, operating on revoked or suspended license, DUI, possession of a controlled substance, possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia Jeffery L. Southwood, age 45 of Clayhole, alcohol intoxication in a public place, serving warrant for court Ryan Taulbee, age 33 of Campton, Dui-2nd offense, operating ATV on roadway, operating on suspended or revoked operator’s license, no operator’s license Bradley James Vanzant, age 23 of Jabez, Ky, theft by unlawful taking

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sasser Relates Concerns About “kentucky’s Dying Hemlocks” NEw DRIVERS Betty I. Combs Jessie Roberts Ryan Cox Joseph Hamblin Jonathan Collins

AROUND THE HOUSE

Martha yount, CEA for Consumer & Family Services

Germinating Seeds and Transplanting Source: Jack Buxton, associate professor emeritus of floriculture

Starting plants from seed early and transplanting them to the garden is a time-honored, economical and rewarding gardening tradition. Germinating seed at home increases the options for fall planting, when garden centers have stopped carrying a full array of plants, and it allows the home gardener to use saved seeds from unusual or favorite varieties that might be unavailable or hard to find. You will need to plan ahead to time germination correctly, assemble basic equipment, and devote a small amount of time to maintaining proper conditions for your seed beds.

Germinate seeds. A commercially packaged medium is convenient, and most transplants can be grown in the same formulation. The container you use to germinate should be 2-3 inches deep, with drainage holes in the bottom. Moisten the medium and fill to within a half-inch of the top. Sow seeds in rows or scatter uniformly, at a rate of 10-20 seeds per square inch. Cover with a layer of medium. (Very small seeds, such as petunia, remain uncovered.) The seed packet will state whether the seeds require light or dark conditions for germination. Select a location where the temperature ranges from 70-80 degrees, but refer to the seed packet for specific instructions. Maintain a constant moisture level and sterile conditions. After germination, seedlings require light, either natural or artificial.

Transplant seedlings. Within a few weeks, seedlings should be moved to larger containers to allow room for growth. Fertilize once, following instructions on container. A water-soluble houseplant fertilizer can be used. Maintain ideal temperatures and water levels to promote highest growth rates. Plan ahead to time your transplanting to the first frost-free date in your area, which can vary from late April to mid to late May. Seeds that germinate in six to 10 days usually are ready to be transplanted outside in five to eight weeks. Plants that take 10-20 days are usually ready for the garden in eight to 14 weeks.

For more information on home gardening and transplanting, refer to http://www.ca.uky.edu/agc/pubs/ho/ho56/ho56.htm or contact the Breathitt County Cooperative Extension Service.

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Dell Sasser addressed “Dying Hemlocks” during March 7, 2011 JwC meeting.

Vickie Combs(left) introduced Professor Sasser and Sandra Noble(right) served as hostess.

Dell Sasser, Professor Hazard Community Technical College and naturalistic, addressed the GFWC/KFWC Jackson Woman’s Club March 7th, 2011 concerning one of the biggest insect threats to Kentucky’s forests, the Hemlock Woolly Adelgid.

Through an informative presentation with slide display, Professor Sasser noted that the invasive insect is devastating the Eastern and Carolina hemlocks from Maine to Georgia and spreading west into Kentucky which contains 76.6 million Eastern Hemlock trees.

The Hemlock Woolly Adelgid has been found in 15 Kentucky counties including Breathitt. The destruction of hemlocks which provide aesthetic beauty, habitats

which provides aesthetic beauty, habitats for a variety of species, and dense foliage to protect our streams from the sun’s rays would not only effect the environment but also tourism and recreation.

Providing information about biological and chemical control methods as well as contacts to gain updates about how state and federal agencies are attacking the problem, Professor Sasser stressed the great need to eradicate this small aphid-like insect before the hemlocks no longer exist.

In the business session, Anita Litteral reported on the “Shop and Share” project for the LKLP Hazard Safe House. In observance of April Child Abuse Prevention Month, the Jackson Woman’s Club

will be collecting needed paper products for the Safe House.

Sandra Fugate discussed the American Mural Project and the Arts Council planning meeting.

Hostess for a festive spring atmosphere of lavender, yellow, pink and white tulips plus St.Patrick’s Day treats were: Chairman Sandra Noble, Bess Douthitt, and Martha Yount.

Tulips were presented to club members and veterans at the Nim Henson Geriatric Center.

Vicki McDuffee presented the devotional about important of the Bible.

The next scheduled Jackson Woman’s Club will be April 4, 2011 at the Breathitt County Senior Citizens Center with Kathy Smoot as a guest speaker.

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COPELAND BRIDGE DEDICATED Bridge Relieves Residents Of Being Trapped After Heavy Rains, Flooding

CoPELAND, ky-Over 200 citizens and dignitaries attended the dedication of the Copeland Bridge this week.

County Judge Executive Harvey Jason Richardson emceed the occasion introducing officials from both state and national offices.

Those on hand were Congressman Harold Hal Rogers, State Representatives Ted Edmonds and Marie Rader, officials from the Army Corp of Engineers, and officials from the Department for Local Government.

Those in attendance agreed that working together, the bridge became a reality.

State Representative Marie Rader, who represented Breathitt County in the 1980s recalled when a group of people came together to meet with her on the Copeland low water bridge.

Rader said, “We agreed during our meeting on the low water bridge that day that if people stood together that this would happen and it did.”

Resident of the area have been trapped on Copeland Road for

Fire Department Gets City Water- From Front Page After 20 years of serving the Quicksand area with fire service, the Quicksand Fire Department now has access to city water. Construction began recently on a new waterline that will extend from Quicksand Road to the fire department which is expected to increase water pressure to the upcoming South Fork water project,

the Wal Mart area and the Roark Ridge area.

The project was funded by the city, state and federal government agencies.

Vice Mayor Stephen Bowling said that the city has a lot of water issues but the council and the Mayor are addressing each concern and this project is a step in the right direction.

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weeks when the river would cover their only way in and out. Copeland resident Oscar Combs was one of those. “In the last month, I was blocked in for 24 consecutive days due to high water.

I am happy as can be to see the bridge built,” said Combs.

Another resident of

Copeland, Maria Moore, said the building of the bridge answered many prayers. “Over the years, we have been cut off from the rest of the world. We have gone weeks without our mail, garbage service, and ways to get our sick to the hospital for help.

At times we have had to keep our loved ones up

at the funeral home for up to nine days before we could get them over here to bury them due to the bridge being flooded.

This bridge has answered prayer,” said Moore.

Magistrate Ray Moore agreed. “It’s something that should have been done long ago,” said the Magistrate.

“Water” From Front Page Superintendent Estill McIntosh addressed the board about the loan program that will begin on April 1. McIntosh said this will be on a first come first serve basis and that will help 250 residents to get water connection where they can make $25.00 installments for a year to pay the connection fee.

Paul Nesbitt from Nesbitt Engineering then addressed the group about various projects in the county and gave the following reports: Houston Road waterlineMoney will become available later this year from the state to construct this project.

South Fork waterlinesFunding is currently in place from Coal Severance in the amount of $365,000 and Rural Development funds totaling $244,000 plus CDBG monies in the amount of $608,000 should become available in the near future to begin construction on this project.

Canoe, Highway 315 from Canoe to Turner’s Creek, Lick Branch Turner’s Creek and Phase two of South Fork- ARC funding along with KIA Loans have been applied for to construct these projects. ky Hwy. 315/28 AML waterline Project- AML has confirmed that the area

does qualify for funding. ky 1812, 378, 540, & 394 Frozen Area waterline Project- The majority of the area qualifies for AML funding with the exception of Joe Ward Fork and Chester Bailey Road.

The board then unanimously approved KRADD to seek funding for second phase of South Fork, Canoe, Hwy 315, Lick Branch Turners Creek, Fire Trail, Stray Branch, and Robinson Fork and the Cecil Clair Trailer Park on Hwy 52.

The board then went into executive session to discuss personnel matters and later adjourned.

During closing remarks, Congressman Hal Rogers read a poem entitled The Bridge to those in attendance.

Even thought the structure wasn’t completed on the date of the ceremony, full completion is expected within the next two months.

“Drug Deaths” From Front Page resided in Breathitt County since they may have been transported by ambulance from neighboring counties to the local hospital where they’re pronounced deceased. The coroner told the Advocate that a total of 131 cases were opened in 2010.

Currently in 2011, a total 31 cases have been open by the office this year but it is not known how many of those are related to drug abuse according to coroner’s office officials.

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Thursday, March 24, 2011

BREATHITT ADVOCATE

Obituaries and Devotions

Donna L. Carroll Skyler Breanne Fugate Calloway Adams

Donna Leveridge Carroll, age 47, of Clearwater, FL and formerly of Jackson, KY departed this earthly life on Sunday, March 13, 2011.She was born November 27, 1964 in Hazard, KY and was preceded in death by her mother, Lula Campbell; step father, Arnold Campbell; two brothers, Jackie Leveridge and Lowell Edward Smith.

Survivors include her Husband, Lee Carroll of Clearwater, FL; son, Gregory Scott Barnett of Clearwater, FL, three sisters: Vickie (Marcus) Salva of Nicholasville, KY; Sandy (Blaine) Combs of Dwarf, KY; and Pat (Don) Napier of Irvine, KY; three brothers: Randy and David Leveridge of Jackson, KY and Jimmy (Betty) Leveridge of Atlanta, GA; a special aunt, Molly Roberts of Jackson, KY; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, great nieces and nephews also survive.

Memorial services were held on Saturday, March 19, 2011 at 2:00PM at the Deaton Funeral Home Chapel with Eldon Miller officiating. Private burial took place in Miles Bach Cemetery at Quicksand, KY. Deaton Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

Judy Johnson Judy Rickerson Johnson, age 51, of Jackson, KY departed this earthly life on Friday, March 18, 2011 at the KY River Medical Center in Jackson, KY. She was born April 8, 1959 at Jackson, KY and was the daughter of the late Foster and Rosabell Harvey Rickerson. She was preceded in death by her husband, Fred Johnson; sister, Flo Kramer and brother, Clyde Eugene Rickerson.

She is survived by one sister, Brenda Bray of Harlan, KY; and three brothers, Charles Baker of Harlan, KY; Michael and John Rickerson of Columbus, OH. Funeral services were held on Tuesday, March 22, 2011 at 1:00PM at the Deaton Funeral Home Chapel with John Tincher officiating.

Burial followed in the McIntosh Cemetery at Clayhole, KY. Deaton Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

Norma Jean Fouts

Norma Jean Barnette Fouts, age 83, of Lexington, KY and formerly of Hazard, KY passed away Mondat, March 14, 2011 at the Lexington Country Place of an extended illness. She was born April 1, 1957 at Jackson, KY and was the daughter of the late Francis and Ellen Riley Barnette. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bill Fouts; son, Bobby Adkins; sister, Helen Frazier and brother, Cecil Barnette.

Survivors include one daughter, Debbie Fouts of Georgetown, KY; brother, Bill Barnette of Lexington, KY; and two grandchildren, John Morgan and Sarah Ellen Potter.

Funeral services were held at 2:00PM, Wednesday, March 16, 2011 at the Deaton Funeral Home Chapel with Joe Greer officiating. Burial followed in the Barnette Family Cemetery at Quicksand, KY. Deaton Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

Thank You! The family of Carlene Light wish to express our heartfelt thanks for all the love, prayers, cards, calls, and food during this time of loss. May God reward each of you.

Gratefully, The Light Family

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Skyler Breanne Fugate, infant child of Erin Fugate, born March 17, 2011 at Winchester, KY died March 18, 2011 at the UK Hospital in Lexington, KY. She was the great granddaughter of the late Pryce and Judy Spurlock Combs.

Other survivors include her grandmother, Cheryl Combs Fugate of Jackson.

Funeral services were held on Monday, March 21, 2011 at 11:00AM at the Deaton Funeral Home Chapel with Bobby Hollan and Dino Mooney officiating.

Burial followed in the Combs Cemetery, Hurst Lane,Jackson, KY. Deaton Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

Lee McIntosh

Lee McIntosh, age 51, of Booneville passed away Tuesday, March 8, 2011 at the Kentucky River Medical Center in Jackson. He was the son of the late Luther McIntosh and Letha Barrett McIntosh.

He is survived by three brothers: Price McIntosh of Beattyville, Luther McIntosh Jr. of Beattyville and Oscar McIntosh of Booneville; five sisters:Mafrey Townsend of Beattyville, Wanda Combs of Jackson, Opal Lee Townsend of Irvine, Christine Gibson and Nancy Stewart of Jackson.

Funeral services were held Saturday, March 12, 2011 at 12PM at the Breathitt Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Emmitt Campbell and Rev. Joe Barrett officiating.

Burial followed in the Amis Cemetery at Buckhorn.

Serving as pallbearers were Luther McIntosh Jr., Price McIntosh, Michael McIntosh, Wayne Townsend, Fernan Combs and Anthony Stewart.

Breathitt Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

Judy Combs Judy Spurlock Combs, age 67, of Jackson, KY departed this earthly life on Saturday, March 19, 2011 at her residence of an extended illness.

She was born December 1943 at Haddix, KY and was the daughter of the late Asher and Polly Campbell Spurlock.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Pryce Combs; great granddaughter, Skyler Breanne Fugate; four sisters: Sally Combs, Lillie Stepp, Marie Rike, and Emma Watts; one brother, Bobby Spurlock.

Survivors include one daughter, Cheryl Fugate and one son, Paul (April) Combs of Jackson, KY; four sisters: Sandy Spitzner of Flora, IL; Mary Lou Hamilton: Jackson, KY; Adah Arrowood of Huber Heights, OH; and Mae Agee of Dayton, OH; one brother, Johnny Spurlock of Bellevue, KY; four grandchildren: Erin and Zachary Fugate and Cameron Combs and Whittney Noble.

Funeral services were held on Tuesday, March 22, 2011 at 11:00AM at the Deaton Funeral Home Chapel with Bobby Hollan and Dino Mooney officiating.

Burial followed in Combs Cemetery at Jackson, KY. Deaton Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

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Calloway Adams, age 53, Morris Fork passed away Monday, March 21, 2011 at the St. Joseph Hospital in London. He is survived by his wife, Patricia Adams of Morris Fork; three sons, Frank Jeffrey (Michelle) Adams of Morris Fork, Jason Randall Adams of Morris Fork and Justin David Adams of Newport; three brothers, Jess Adams of Buckhorn, Larry Adams of Booneville and Hubert Adams of Longs Creek; two sisters, Marie Johnson of Longs Creek and Elizabeth Adams of Florence; three grandchildren, Cayden Jeffrey Calloway Adams, Jason Connor Adams and Kylie Leann Adams.

Funeral service will be Thursday, March 24, 2011 at 11AM at the Breathitt Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. David Turner officiating.

Burial will take place in the Merdie Morris Cemetery at Morris Fork.

Breathitt Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Mildred McSwain Mildred Anne Lawson McSwain, age 78, of Jackson, KY departed this earthly life on Monday, March 21, 2011 at the Norton Suburban Hospital in Louisville, KY of a short illness. She was born September 6, 1932 in Lexington, KY and was the daughter of the late Henry Alva and Nora Begley Lawson.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Wade Ryan McSwain and one brother Marvin Lawson.

She previously worked as a bookkeeper at the Citizens Bank of Jackson, but was a faithful and long time active member of First Baptist Church of Jackson. She taught the Adult Women’s Sunday school class for many years up until the time of her illness. She also served as secretary and treasurer for First Baptist Church. She was also an active member of Senior Circle, volunteer at KY River Medical Center and a member of the Jackson Woman’s Club.

She spent her life putting other’s needs ahead of her own. She enjoyed helping people when she could and the food pantry ministry was dear to her heart. Flowers last a short while, but helping other people last a lot longer Survivors include one daughter, Susan (Bill) Schmidt of Kissimmee. FL; one son, Jeffrey (Lisa) McSwain of Cincinnati, OH; one sister, Dorothy (Leo Thomas) Morsey of Louisville, KY; four grandchildren: A.J. McSwain; Lauren McSwain; Sabrina Schmidt, and Hayley Schmidt; and two sisters in law, Bettye Enlow and Jean McSwain.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, March 24, 2011 at 6:00PM at Deaton Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Dustin Benge officiating.

A brief graveside service and burial will be held at the Lexington Cemetery in Lexington, KY on Friday, March 25, 2011 at 1:00PM. Deaton Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

In lieu of flowers, donations are requested to be made to First Baptist Church Jackson Food Pantry.

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You can visit Alonzo’s website at www.alonzofugate.com Ray stumbled wildly through the door of his trailer. The place was just as messy as he had left it, and it seemed like the ladybugs had multiplied while he was gone. He brushed a handful off of his broken down recliner and then flopped down heavily.

A puff of dust particles flew in the air, tickling his nose.

Lighting a cigarette, he took out the picture once again. Trisha Miller. He still couldn't believe it. He had tried calling the number again but his phone kept saying that the number had been disconnected. Finally giving up, he had dialed his one remaining buddy that would have anything to do with him, George Clemons.

George had come out and towed him back home.

Ray's broken down truck now sat proudly on the front lawn, waiting to be brought back to life. But that would wait. It would have to wait. Right now, he had more important things on his mind.

"I need a drink," he muttered to himself, wincing as his lower back cried out when he heaved his heavy frame up and toward the cabinet where he kept a bottle of his favorite whisky. Red Dawn. It was cheap....but it was strong.

Slugging back shot after shot, Ray found his eyes drawn once again to the picture of Trisha. Had that been her voice on the phone? Had he even heard anything at all....or had it just been his imagination?

"Should've married her," his voice slurred as the whiskey began to take hold, "Instead of Joyce Ann." Joyce Ann. Now she had been a real number. Sweet at first....but after the ring was on her finger, the real woman had emerged. They had fought like cats and dogs for over two years before she finally up and left him.

The divorce had been bitter, but in the end, they had split everything down the middle. Not that there was much to split. The only good thing that Ray could think of was that they had never had any children. That woman was crazy! He hadn't seen her in about 3 years and that was just fine with him.

Taking another slug of

whiskey from the bottle, he took a look around him.

Garbage littered the floor.

Half eaten food was rotting in moldy dishes stacked in the sink and around his chair. Cigarette butts overflowed the ashtray and lay scattered in the floor. It was a real stinkhole. But it was his home.

"Home Sweet Home!" he cackled in a drunken rasp and then laughed at how weird his voice sounded.

Soon his eyes began to droop as he continued to pull plug after plug of whiskey into his mouth. With a snort, he passed out, his head lolling forward and his mouth popping open.

Two ladybugs wiggled inside. The whiskey bottle hit the floor and the last shot of Red Dawn soaked into the filthy carpet.

Ray Smith did not dream. *** Hours later, he awoke with a throbbing headache. At first he didn't know where he was because the room was dark.

Night had arrived while he slept.

"Wassat?" he asked, his voice thick with sleep and whiskey.

A noise was coming from outside. Someone.... or something....was pecking at his back window. He could see a shape through the curtains. It was hard to make out, but he could tell that someone was there.

"Who is it?" he tried to sound a little more aware.....more forceful.

"I've got a gun in here whoever you are. I'll blow your head clean off your sorry shoulders."

He wasn't lying either.

His shotgun was loaded and in the corner. He started making his way toward it. He wasn't going to fool with some dang pillhead trying to break in and steal what little he had. He would kill them first.

And then, a voice cried out.

"Ray.....Ray?" the voice pleaded, "Is it you? Are you there?"

He recognized it as the voice on the phone.

His blood was ice in his veins as the shock passed through the top of his head and ran out his toes.

"Trisha?" he yelped.

"Ray!" the voice cried out again, "Help me!"

Until next week.....class dismissed.

Pictured above are the 2010-2011 Lower Lights at Riverside Christian School The Lower Lights For many years Riverside’s mission has been to be “A Light in the Hills.”

That motto brings to mind a lighthouse or a beacon to help folks find their way in life.

For more than 30 years a special feature at Riverside Christian School has been a group called the Lower Lights. The lower lights are a support to a lighthouse and reach out to carry the light along the shore. And that’s where the group’s name originated.

Although the name remains the same, the group changes each year. That is because the group consists of students and staff.

Currently under the direction of Mrs. Kathy Keck, each year the group learns a new program, practices and then takes their program to local churches.

The program generally includes a script and a number of songs, some solos, duets, trios, etc.

This year their program is Introducing Tommy to the Lord, focusing on the

character of God. Recently they presented their program at the Nim Henson Geriatric Center. They are scheduled to perform at the Clayhole Brethren Church on April 3 and then will go on a short tour in Indiana the following weekend.

The C.I.A. on campus They are small in number, but they are big in faith.

Often quietly behind the scenes, the Christians In Action group on the Riverside campus takes on key projects and then goes about the work to see each project through.

Recently, outside of school hours, members of the group did a campus cleanup which also included some mowing. They also distributed some recycling containers around school.

After their work was finished they gathered at the campus pavilion for bonfire and cookout.

Another recent project was collecting food items for a local food bank. They collected over 600 items!

Lower Lights recently presented their program at the Nim Henson Geriatric Center

other members of Riverside's CIA include Toby Campbell, Tiffany Johnson, katie Haddix, Jill Neace (co-advisor), and kayla watts shown here taking part in a recent campus cleanup

Hays, Shouse Selected To Play In ky-VA All Star Game

Breathitt Co. standouts Billy Hays and Torie Shouse were selected to play in the Kentucky-Virginia high school senior all star game at Shelby Valley on March

25. The event will feature the top seniors in Kentucky and Virginia with the girls tipping off at 6:00 and the boy’s game approximately at 8:00. “Both Billy and To-

rie have both represented Breathitt High School and the 14th region very well and they are both deserving of this honor”, said event coordinator James E.

Turner.

The Kentucky-Virginia All Star game is sponsored

by JET2SPORTS and the Fellowship of Christian Athletes.

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senior Citizens News

By Jack Niece

Last week City Councilman, Stephen Bowling, served lunch to Tena Williams, left and Eurbane Miller as part of “Get to Know Your Leaders” week.

Magistrate Ray Moore participated in “Get to Know Your Leaders” at the center last week by serving lunch to Annette Napier and others.

What a good day we had at the center Monday! We had the privilege of celebrating Martha Turners birthday with cake and ice cream. Her lovely suit and bright red blouse reflected her good humored spirit as she greeted and mixed and mingled with friends and several family members who came to celebrate with her. In the true spirit of spring she sported a beautiful blue and white corsage and also carried home a vase of pretty red roses.

Martha is a long-time favorite of all of us at the senior citizens center. Since she has been unable to attend the center in recent weeks, her presence Monday was a special joy to all of us. Also it was exciting to ha e so many of her family members present.

She has a close, loving family and it is always a pleasure to be in their company.

Last week we celebrated “Meet your Leaders Week”. It was a two-day event. Tuesday we had four visitors from the fiscal court and courthouse. Thursday three people representing city government came for a much appreciated visit. On each day guests donned gloves and hair nets and served everybody lunch.

In doing so the seniors got to know some of their leaders and vice versa.

It was a fun event. From all indications everybody enjoyed it.

All of the guests said they did and expressed an interest in coming back again. Tuesday’s guests were Magistrates Ellis Tincher and Ray Moore. The seniors were also happy to have Brenda Fugate and Kay Barnett. The guests that came Thursday representing the city were Mayor Rose Wolfe, Stephen Bowling, and Kim ClairTrusty.

Last week I mentioned the Wolfe County Seniors were coming up for a visit on March 30th. That has been set up one day. They’re now coming on the 29th-about 10:00. Were planning on having a good day. Any person age 60 or above is welcome to come join the fun.

Some IMPORTANT senior citizens dates in the near future: 1.

Prom April 7th from 10:00 to 1:00.

2.

Roy Moore April 14, at 11:00.

3.

Bound For Glory, April 21, 10:30.

4.

Derby Breakfast, May 7.

5.

Tire Burn Out, May 13th.

6.

Radiothon, major fund raiser, May 25.

Have a Great Week Everyone.

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Dear Editor, Some very disturbing news was released this week concerning our 2010 census for Breathitt County. For the previous ten year period our population decreased by over 2000 people, or nearly 15%. A huge drop, and a very discouraging trend for our economic development.

I don’t wish to get in to any of the issues leading us to this state, but simply to make the point that we MUST put our fiscal house in order in both the county and the city. Stop spending so much money, and find a way to get budgets back in balance and roll back new taxation.

If we fail to do so, we are just going to see more out migration, and the 2020 census will bring even worse news, provided we have someonearound to read it.

Sincerely, Mike Rose • Jackson, Ky Editor’s Note:

Thank you Mike for your letter. I am mixed in my feelings pertaining to the statistics.

Number one, I’m not sure how the number dropped because if you look around, there are no places to rent and more housing is being built locally to help with the housing problem in the area.

I’ve not seen any major companies leave Jackson.

I read a report that college enrollment was at an alltime high a few years ago at HCTCS Lees Campus. The Census numbers also show that Breathitt County has over 30 doctors to treat our population. We’ve not seen an increase in the death rate in the area and no major catastrophes have occurred to lower the population. Of course we had the 2009 major flood but millions of dollars were pumped into the area from FEMA in which many used to rebuild and those who did not rebuild rented homes and apartments.

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yOur heaLth & yOu

By Wayne (StrongBear) Hall

Studies have shown that certain types of food can vastly enhance our cognitive powers and make our brains work harder and better. Obviously, we have to make such foods a part of our diet because having an active brain is important. Also, the more active you are mentally, there could be less chances of you developing Alzheimer’s, although of course, that hasn’t been proven yet.

Over the ages, people have believed in the power of certain foods over others in enhancing the health of our brain. Some of these claims have been corroborated by research while others have not stood the test of time.

Here’s a look at some of the foods that you must include in your diet to ensure better functioning of your brain.

when she told you to munch on nuts instead of unhealthy junk food that simply added the rust to your brain. Common nuts such as walnuts, cashews, almonds and hazelnuts are loaded with nutrients that can pack quite a punch. Among nuts, walnuts are known to contain a good amount of protein, Omega 3 and vitamins that can enrich your brain cells.

* Fish - Fish oil is rich in Omega 3 fatty acids and today everyone has heard of the benefits that can be derived from this wonder supplement. If you’re going to eat fish and not just pop the pills, then try and get hold of wild salmon because it is a very rich source of brain food. It not only has Omega 3 but it is also a good source of high quality protein and low saturated fat and doesn’t contain as many contaminants such as mercury. Make wild salmon a regular part of your diet and see the difference.

* Cacao Beans - No, you can’t go and eat all the candy you want because it contains chocolate and chocolate comes from cacao beans.

Your mind won’t become any sharper but you will definitely find your hips to be heavier!

Cacao beans have been found to contain many brain enhancing components such as antioxidants, flavonoids, catechins etc which are renowned to make your brain sharper. To derive all these benefits, it’s imperative that you choose 100% organic, non-alkalized cocoa powder which has been processed minimally or simply raw ca-

* Nuts – Your mom was right

* Seeds - Sunflower seeds, sesame seeds and flax seeds are being hailed by health enthusiasts for the numerous benefits they have to offer. However, primary among these is that these seeds can also make your brain work better. They also contain minerals such as magnesium which is known to boost our brain power.

A vOICE IN THE MOUNTAINs

BY ALAN D. TURNER

you Are Not Alone In last week’s revised article: Look Up, the subject was on how we could and should put our trust in The Lord; for if we will, we then give Him the opportunity to deliver us from whatever troubles, fears, and hurts that we may suffer here on this earth. Encouraging one and all that if we will just look up (in our prayers) toward our Heavenly Father, we would see that he is right there with us in the midst of our troubles; and, if we put and keep our faith in Him, He will deliver us (Psalm 40: 1-3 and Jeremiah 31: 1214).

While I was writing the original article (dated 02/14/2009) about trusting God; without my brother Steve knowing anything about the subject matter, he emailed be an encouraging story about how we all need to put and keep our faith in The Lord, no matter whatever we might face. The author of the story was unknown; it told of a Native American Legend regarding a male What’s to come in the next Census count in 10 years? With our economy the way it is and with the Census count going down (on paper) the last 10 years, we won’t get as many grants and aid in Breathitt County therefore affecting our economic growth. Also with local and state taxes going up, industry will be discouraged from locating here since they can go to surrounding counties who sell alcohol and have fewer taxes. (Note: I’m not condoning the sale of alcohol just saying that surrounding counties who were wet grew according to the Census numbers.)

In closing, I have talked to over two dozen citizens in the area who did not receive a census form or were not visited during the count. The Census has given us many statistics and numbers but I never saw a category that showed how many were not counted in Breathitt County.

Thank you.

youth’s rite of passage into manhood.

Call it just coincidental or providential; but this week, I receive the same story emailed to me (this time by a friend). As the original sending of the story, so the second time: The name of the originator of the story was not given. Here now is a revision of the article that was produced as a result of the story. Neither the original, nor this revised article is an exact copy of the story. The subject matter was used only as a point of discussion on the importance of trust.

The story spoke of how a young Native American male’s courage was tested by his father. The way that the father would do this is by taking his young son into the forest. Once there, the young boy was blindfolded and left sitting on a stump.

The young boy was required to stay there the whole night, and was not permitted to remove the blindfold until the next morning.

The story went on to

cao beans. You could also try dark chocolate that contains at least 85% cocoa as compared to other chocolates which could have only 20 to 30 percent. * Acai berries - This wellknown superfood contains the highest ORAC antioxidant levels that have ever been found. With its rich haul of antioxidants, not only will it make your body healthier than before, it also hugely contributes towards making you mentally sharper and more perceptive. * Blueberries - Blueberries are also excellent brain food and they’ve been known to enhance your mental prowess. The good thing about blueberries is that it’s easier to get them and use them in your food as compared to some other berries, even Acai, which lose their potency after processing. * Eggs - Eggs are packed with plenty of nutrients such as selenium that can improve mood and choline, which increases the size of the neurons, helping them fire electrical signals more strongly, thereby boosting the memory center of the brain. * Avocados - Avocados are right up there on the brain food list along with blueberries. They contain mono-unsaturated fats that increase the blood flow and thereby help in making the brain healthier.

* Green Tea - This amazing drink is not overrated as some people think. Green tea enhances memory and helps people in focusing better. It also prevents mental fatigue and the catechines (phytochemical compound) in it promote a sense of wellbeing. * Tomatoes - This humble fruit that finds its place in our salads is a rich source of lycopene, which is very good for the brain. It prevents free radicals from wreaking damage to the brain cells and helps prevent the brain from aging. * Broccoli - This nutrient rich food is a good source of Vitamin K which helps you think better and more clearly and improves brain power greatly. * Olive oil - Long held as the bastion of overall good health, extra virgin or raw, unprocessed olive oil helps you in having clear thinking and good memory.

* Coffee - Two cups a day can actually boost your memory

Brain foods often work in conjunction with each other so try and maximize the benefits for your brain by combining two or three of them into your meals and start noticing the difference.

describe the fears that no doubt would go through the mind of any young boy (and also some adults, if they would be honest to admit it). With the only hope being for the morning to come quickly, the young boy must sit there, no matter how terrified. For even though he could not see around him, all of his other senses would be alert more than ever. He would have heard every noise (small and great) surrounding him; with the noise being magnified beyond its normal sound, intensifying the fear.

There would not only be the over-exaggerated perceived danger, but there would also be actual dangers; for wild beasts, poisonous snakes and insects would surely be all around him. Maybe even some human might do him harm. No matter how fearful the young boy might become; the only way for his manhood to be proven, would be by him surviving the night unmoved and unshaken. He must sit there blindfolded, facing any and all of his fears in the dark, sight unseen.

Finally, the night would pass, and the sun would appear. As the young man would feel the heat of the sunshine upon his face, he

was then permitted to remove the blindfold; as he did this (and only then) would he discover that his father was sitting on the stump next to him. He had been right there beside his son all the time, watching over him the entire night, protecting his son from any harm that might had been.

The young boy did not need to take off the blindfold to be safe, for He was always safe, as long as his father was ever present. At the end of the story it stated: We, too, are never alone.

Even when we don't know it (or feel it), God is always watching over us. When trouble comes, all we have to do is to just trust Him; for He is right there with us.

The moral of the story was: Just because you can't see God, doesn't mean He is not there. Then it quoted this Bible verse: “For we walk by faith, not by sight” (2 Corinthians 5: 7).

Please continue to read upcoming articles, as I continue to share THIS ONE MAN’S OPINION on subjects that matter; as I attempt to be used by The Lord to give His Hope in a world that seems hopeless.

For comment I may be contacted by email alandturner@hotmail.com.

CLOTHEs LINE

By Jason H. Campbell jasoncampbell.2007@yahoo.com

It was hanging on a distant ship, headed into the new world.

On a wagon as they would journey west. A rope is not a rope, where a mother is concerned, it is a clothes line. For thousands of years clothes where washed and dryed by hand, leaving a fresh clean smell, that you don't get in a dryer.

It wasn't until the last hundred years or so, that the clothes line has faded away into history. Will the continue

power and make your brain work better. But it’s a pointless exercise if you load your coffee with sugar, whipped cream and chocolate sauce.

Research has shown it to be one of the best known brain foods that reduces the risks of dementia and Alzheimer’s.

rise of the Electric Bill Robbers, bring back a small part of culture?

We are buying a new home, been without electric for a week or so. Determined to keep the cost down, I ran a extension cord to the washer, and hung clothes

out to dry. Didnt actually have a clothes line, had to make one fast.

I had often read that the amish people's clothes smell better, I would agree, air dryed the detrginets stay in the clothes better.

I could have washed by hand, though I was a little lazy. When we get moved, one thing I'd like to have is a good old fashion clothes line.

God Bless The Moounatin Man. JHC

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Census Report Revals Breathitt Has Largest Loss of Population In State

Every ten years, as required by the Constitution, the United States government counts the number of citizens living in the United States. Those results determine everything from how many representatives a state has in Congress to where to build a new road.

In addition, data collected from the Census is used in allocating money to state and local governments who in turn uses that money for job creation, providing critical services, and protecting its citizens.

After preliminary results have been released from the 2010 Census, Breathitt County leads the state in total population loss at 13.8 percent, losing 2,222 people. Other adjacent counties decreased in size as well, just not to the extent as Breathitt County. Neighboring Wolfe County, however, grew by 4.1 percent with a gain of 290 new residents.

The state as a whole gained 7.4 percent, giving Kentucky a new population total of nearly 4.4 million people.

Other noteable Census data relating to Breathitt County (taken from www. census.gov): •HOUSEHOLDS AND FAMILIES: In 2005-2009 there were 5,900 households in Breathitt County. The average household size was 2.6 people.

Families made up 62 percent of the households in Breathitt County. This figure includes both marriedcouple families (43 percent) and other families (19 per-

cent). Nonfamily households made up 38 percent of all households in Breathitt County. Most of the nonfamily households were people living alone, but some were composed of people living in households in which no one was related to the householder. •EDUCATION: In 20052009, 61 percent of people 25 years and over had at least graduated from high school and 9 percent had a bachelor’s degree or higher.

Forty percent were dropouts; they were not enrolled in school and had not graduated from high school.

The total school enrollment in Breathitt County was 3,300 in 2005-2009. Nursery school and kindergarten enrollment was 210 and elementary or high school enrollment was 2,400 children.

College or graduate school enrollment was 710. •INDUSTRIES: In 20052009, for the employed population 16 years and older, the leading industries in Breathitt County were Educational services, and health care, and social assistance, 30 percent, and Retail trade, 12 percent. •OCCUPATIONS AND TYPE oF EMPLoyER: Among the most common occupations were: Service occupations, 27 percent; Sales and office occupations, 25 percent; Management, professional, and related occupations, 22 percent; Production, transportation, and material moving occupations, 15 percent; and Construction, extraction, maintenance, and repair occupations, 10 percent. Sev-

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The remaining 2 percent worked at home. Among those who commuted to work, it took them on average 26.2 minutes to get to work. •INCOME: The median income of households in Breathitt County was $19,329. Forty-eight percent of the households received earnings and 16 percent received retirement income

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Thirty-nine percent of the households received Social Security. The average income from Social Security was $11,578. These income sources are not mutually exclusive; that is, some households received income from more than one source. •POVERTY AND PARTICIPATIoN IN GoVERNMENT PRoGRAMS: In 2005-2009, 31 percent of people were in poverty. Thirty-nine percent of related children under 18 were below the poverty level, compared with 22 percent of people 65 years old and over. Twenty-six percent

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of all families and 45 percent of families with a female householder and no husband present had incomes below the poverty level. •GENDER & AGE: Breathitt County is 49 percent male and 51 percent female. The median age was 39.4 years.

Twenty-three percent of the population was under 18 years and 13 percent was 65 years and older. •HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS: In 2005-2009, Breathitt County had a total of 7,200 housing units, 18 percent of which were vacant. Of the total housing

units, 55 percent was in single-unit structures, 7 percent was in multi-unit structures, and 38 percent was mobile homes. Twenty-four percent of the housing units were built since 1990. •HOUSING COSTS: The median monthly housing costs for mortgaged owners was $776, nonmortgaged owners $194, and renters $383. Thirty-five percent of owners with mortgages, 12 percent of owners without mortgages, and 56 percent of renters in Breathitt County spent 30 percent or more of household income on housing.

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Students from five Area Technology Centers, including Breathitt County, and HCTC competed in the Skills USA competition at the HCTC Technical Campus, demonstrating their proficiency in the following areas: Carpentry, Welding, Residential Wiring, Diesel Technology, Automotive Service, Computer Maintenance Technology, Technical Drafting, Architectural Drafting, and Leadership.

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Second row, from left, are: Danny Tuttle of Jackson; Brock Trent of Jackson; Brandon Bush of Booneville; Kody Fugate of Jackson; Patrick Sallie of Jackson.

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Eagles Soar Past Louisville, Land After Getting Spider Bitten

Photo: MSU DENVER, Colo – It was a magical season for the Morehead State men’s basketball team, but unfortunately for the Eagles, they ran into one of their strongest opponents Saturday in the NCAA Third Round at the Pepsi Center.

Twelfth-seeded Richmond shot 47 percent, committed only six turnovers, and led wire-to-wire, defeating the 13th-seeded Eagles 65-48 to advance to the Sweet 16 in the Southwest Region. MSU finished its OVC championship season at 25-10, tying the school record for wins.

“First and foremost, a guy

that means the world to me in Wayne Martin (former MSU coach), he had the school record for 25 wins. So for us to tie the school record of 25 wins is quite an honor and quite a privilege for me.

When you look at our five years, we went from 12 wins to 15 to 20 to 24 and now to 25. So we've improved the program each and every season,” said coach Donnie Tyndall. “Attendance has grown dramatically every year. We have a true program now with some good players returning, although they didn't get to show it a lot this season because we played seven guys, most

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of those guys were upperclassmen.

MSU just could not reproduce its efficient performance from Thursday when it upset Louisville. MSU was held to 38 percent shooting (18-of-48) and was 2-of-14 from three point range. The Eagles did out-rebound the Spiders 34-32 with Kenneth Faried grabbing a team-high 13. He finished his career with 1,673 rebounds, just two shy of MSU career leader Steve Hamilton.

Faried also scored 11 points for his 86th career double-double. He’ll finish second, just one behind only Tim Duncan in doubles-

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doubles in NCAA Division I history. Faried’s first basket, a dunk, also signified his 2,000th career point as he finished his four-year MSU career with 2,009 points for third all-time.

MSU had four players in double figures, led by Faried and Sam Goodman with 11.

Terrance Hill and Ty Proffitt scored 10. Demonte Harper struggled with a 2-for-15 night shooting, but did tie his career high with 11 rebounds.

Richmond was led by Justin Harper’s 19 points.

Kevin Anderson had 14, and Dan Geriot scored 13.

The Spiders forced just nine

MSU turnovers, but the zone defense they played never rally allowed MSU to get into its best offensive rhythm.

“I want to congratulate Richmond. They have a very, very good basketball team. Similar to us, they're an upperclassmen oriented team and they play like it.

They're poised, disciplined, they don't take bad shots,” said Tyndall. “I thought that their defense was tough, it's kind of a sagging man to man, and sometimes it's a matchup zone. It's very complicated to really run any set offense against it. So you have to space the floor and drive the basketball.”

Richmond went on a 10-2 run to lead 12-4 with 12:53 left in the first half. MSU was able to creep back to within 22-19 with 3:41 remaining after a Faried layup, but the Spiders ended the half on an 8-2 flurry to lead 30-21 at the break.

MSU could not generate enough of a rally to make it a game in the final half. The Eagles cut the Richmond advantage down to six (4539) with 11 minutes left and had it at eight (51-43) with 6:52 left. But, Richmond got a layup from Harper to make it a 10-point game, and the Spiders never relinquished their double-double lead.

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Cats Head To New Jersey In Unique Underdog Role By - Ira D. Combs Director / Syndicated Columnist Tri State Sports Media Services Inc.

Now that this UK team has reached the Sweet 16 round of the NCAA tournament let's all step back and take a long hard look at the situation Coach Cal and his thin but growingly impressive Super Seven man rotation are in.

The Cats set at 27 - 8 with several wins against top 20 competition and an SEC tournament championship and one hard earned revenge game reward on it's resume.

Has it reached it's pinnacle for the season or has it merely reached the crossroads game of a possible Final Four destination?

One things for sure their opponent The Ohio State Buckeyes the team that according to the nations college basketball gurus of print have been anointed # 1 status for most of the season a team that based on Americas leader in sports programming the ESPN Network has stamped decidedly better than the Cats lies waiting on the Cats . Add to this scenario the fact that the Kentucky Wildcats college basket-

UK vs. Ohio State In Late Game at 9:45 On CBS

balls all time leader in wins and one of it's most storied programs that many follow and revere but many across the nation also dislike for various reasons, the team that has had many battles with it's own governing organization the NCAA. The team that is now lead by arguably the biggest thorn in the NCAA's side in recent years Coach John Calipari.

That team is treading for a change in unchartered waters.

The Kentucky Wildcats enter a big time college basketball game as decided Underdogs.

Nothing to lose but plenty to gain. Don't know about you but I'm looking forward to seeing how the Cats perform in this setting and especially with a week to prepare.

So far the NCAA selection process has put UK up against the Albert Einstein's from the Ivy League.

No problem, although it was dangerous at times, in the end UK used it's athleticism to overcome the intelligence of the Princeton Tigers. Next, the Big Boys from the Big East over at West Virginia who had bullied teams around all year with their physical toughness was the obstacle laying in front of the

UT Finally Fires Bruce Pearl Cats . Again, no problem "Jorts" Harrellson and Deandre Liggins along with their teammates more than held their own in the toughness department and again weathered the storm to give Coach Cal his second win against his ole buddy Bob "Huggy Bear" Huggins.

Now, The Ohio State Buckeyes set at 34 - 2 as a team that was anointed # 1 status many weeks ago in college basketball as the next hurdle that UK must jump to get another shot at the coveted Final Four prize. The Buckeyes are a team that has it's own possible one and done freshman

phenom in Jared Sullinger who patrols the paint area of a basketball court very similar to UK's Demarcus Cousins of 2009-2010 except Sullinger plays a much more intelligent game and is not as foul prone as Cousins which results in 28-32 minutes of playing time instead of Cousins usual 18- 20 minutes.

No question the key matchup in the game will be how creative and effective "Jorts" Harrellson can be against Sullinger . It would help if Eloy Vargas could give 5 - 7 minutes of quality defense in the first half and get UK into the second half

with a shot of getting the game to the 10:00 minute mark with no more than a five point difference.

Both teams rely on freshman for a major portion of their offensive out put with UK relying a little more than Ohio State on their fuzzy faced phenoms. UK has three players averaging double figures in a six manrotation with a seventh man in Eloy Vargas slowly gaining confidence each game to add a few more quality minutes . Ohio State has five players averaging double figures in their seven man rotation with the 6th and 7th men averaging around 15 - 18 minutes a game. Both teams average around 76.0 to 77.0 points per game. Bottom line Ohio State is the better team but they are beatable. But more than anything it will be very interesting to see how Ohio State carries the weight and pressure of being # 1 on their shoulders and the Cats play with nothing to lose.

NCAA Coaching Carousel Begins

Let's give yours truly a pat on the back for predicting the Billy Gillispie and Texas Tech hookup over five

weeks ago. This is the first of several coaching moves on the NCAA Div. 1-A level that annually takes place each spring . Listed below is a list of known openings across college basketball and who the rumor mill has as possible candidates: School & Possible Candidates N.C. State Shaka Smart (VCU) Chris Mooney (Richmond) Georgia Tech "Tubby" Smith Shaka Smart (VCU) Chris Mooney (Richmond) Arkansas Mike Anderson (Missouri) "Tubby" Smith Chris Mooney (Richmond) Oklahoma "Tubby" Smith Shaka Smart (VCU) Providence Chris Mooney (Richmond) Bradley Kyle Macy Ricky Pitino Jr. Manhattan Univ.

Steve Massiello(UofL Asst.)

You can go online to www.combsbrothersonkysports.com for more coverage of UK basketball and football as well as KHSAA basketball and football.

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Thursday, March 24, 2011

Breathitt COuNty sChOOL News

MRC’s “ Seusss-sational” Celebration

MRC Celebrates Dr. Seuss

The primary students remembered Dr. Seuss’s contribution to children’s literature by honoring the master of rhyme. We celebrated Dr. Seuss Day on March 2, 2011 which is Dr. Seuss’s birthday.

As part of our festivities, we were privileged to the FBLA Club members from the Breathitt Area Technology Center visit and read aloud some of Dr. Seuss’s beloved books. The participating in the game: Green Eggs and Ham. The finale of the celebration was the eating of the delicious birthday cupcakes to honor Dr. Seuss’s special day and his wonderful contribution to the world through his fabulous books. The MRC faculty and staff wish to extend a heart felt thank-you to Mr. Mayabb and the FBLA Club for visiting and partaking in our celebration. Their sharing in this event made it extra special. Our Dr. Seuss Day celebration was Seuss-sational!!

Ms. Sloas’ Rousseau Preschool

The students visited our library and Ms. kincannon read the book Daisy-Head Mayzie by Dr. Seuss. The students enjoyed the story and were able to identify the parts of a book. we would like to thank Ms. kincannon for taking time out of her busy day to read to the students.

H-T Students Planting Flower Seeds On Wednesday, Feb. 23rd, Mrs. Arlena Turner and Ms. Sherry took their Kindergarten class to the Green House to plant a flower seed. Before going the Green House the teacher did a KWL chart with the students. They discussed what they knew, what they would like to know, and the last column was what they learned. One really good question was “How does the water get to the flower”? Mrs. Turner told the students they would review and learned that the water comes from the roots. They also listened to a story about how seeds travel and learned what it takes for a seed to grow. The students were real excited and seemed to learn as well as enjoy this activity. They will be helping with the care of the plants and hopefully

by Mother’s Day they can present mom with a beautiful flower planted and cared for by their daughter/son.

Principal For A Day At Highland-Turner

Hello, I am Rhianna Williams and I have had the amazing honor of being principal of the day here at Highland-Turner Elementary. To become principal, I had to achieve my goal of getting 200 AR Points. As of the moment I have 428.9 points.

To get that many AR Points, I had to read an exceedingly large amount of books. It was easy to read that many books when you love readrhianna williaMS ing, like me. Also, it’s a plus that all of the books in our schools library are very interesting. Our amazing principal, Robert Stewart is awesome because when we are principal we are allowed to walk around the hallway and observe the classrooms. Also, we are allowed a free soda, and we get the honor of eating our lunch with the principal.

Highland-Turner Students of The Week

Front L-R- John Raleigh, Hayden Mullins, Riley Mullins, Caleb Bates, Jonathan Napier, Carly Strong, and Zachary Noble; Back L-R- Jordan Osborne, Joshua Harvey, Kendra Willoughby, Joshua Collins, Adrianna Noble, and Kendra Baker

Principal Robert Stewart and Highland-Turner Faculty would like to recognize, and honor the following students who exhibit outstanding character for student of the week.

Congratulations on your selection to represent our school!

Dr. Seuss’ Birthday Party - Mrs. Neace Savannah O Neil Places First in Egg Teaching With Category at 4-H Demonstrations At Rousseau Her Twin?

Rousseau’s Family Resource Center was happy to provide students with a day of celebration for Dr. Seuss. Students enjoyed coming together in the gym for a true Dr. Seuss birthday party. Students enjoyed snacks and their cupcakes as well as spending time with their classmates. This fun wacky birthday party was done in true Dr. Seuss style. Posters, balloons and crazy decorations sat the scene for a really fun time. Students sang happy birthday to Dr. Seuss and then enjoyed all of his famous and delightful books.

First To Finish

By Adrianna Coomer, STLP student at LBJ On Friday, March 11, 2011 a second grader by the name of Trent Barnett was the first to finish a math program called Gigi that we use here at our school. He is in Mrs. Allen’s second grade math class and we are all very proud of him. He was not only the first to finish this program but the first to make a one hundred percent on the program as well. Congratulations Trent, keep on working, and set your goals high.

It appears that Mrs. Sharon Neace is teaching with her identical twin.

(Yes, she really does have an identical twin, Karen is her name.) No she is not teaching with her twin but with herself. During snow days Mrs. Neace came over to SMS and with the help of her daughter Joy and Mr. Lloyd Bach videoed herself teaching lessons with a flip camera received from PAL grant that the SMS Math Department participates in.

Lessons have been viewed in Mr. Scott Allen’s class to help make up work that was missed while we were off for snow as well as in Mrs. Neace’s class. This is a unique situation and the students enjoyed having two Mrs. Neace’s in one classroom. This allowed for Mrs. Neace to circulate the room while students were taking notes as well as having Miss Joy Neace participate in some of the lessons.

The students were getting more than one person’s perspective on the concepts being taught.

These videos have also allowed for the students to miss no content if Mrs. Neace had to be out for any reason. “This has been worth the time it took to video. “ Mrs. Neace says.

She would do it again if the opportunity allows.

On Friday, March 11, 2011, the 4-H Corporation in Breathitt County had their county 4-H demonstrations. Savannah O’Neil competed in the egg category of the demonstrations.

She won for the county by making “Easter Bunny Egg Salad.” She received a 4-H purple ribbon and an opportunity to compete in regional egg demonstrations. She was the only person representing Sebastian Middle School. We at SMS would like to congratulate Savannah and wish her the best as she moves on to regional competition.

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Thursday, March 24, 2011

Learning Adventures In Kindergarten

SoluTion or MiXTure?

Miss Chrystal Everette, the student teacher in Mrs. Rosa Turner’s 4th grade class asks this question as she instructed the class on the difference between a mixature and a solution. The students used trail mix to observe a mixture and kool aid to observe a solution. Since no new substance was created, students concluded that a mixture and a solution are physical properties of matter.

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ThanKS To ThoSe eXTra Special clep cadaTS For Sharing Their TiMe LBJ Kindergarten class has been a whirlwind of activity in the past few weeks. We started off March by celebrating Dr. Suess’s birthday with our special visitors from Breathitt High Football team & Cadat Leadership & Education Program. The students each shared a story and their time together with our little ones and the students greatly appreciated it. Before the readers left they received a certificate of appreciation from the class.

As the Unit on Space blasted off children were taken via their imagination to many planets. They constructed models of these planets to hang from the ceiling in the classroom. At snacktime there were foods just like the astronuts ate in space (dehydrated items, puddings & slushies). The class enjoyed making space rockets to hang in the hallway for everyone to see and were pleased when Mr. Kurt glued their photos on them. The culminating activity for this unit was the creating of robots. This great parental involvement activity let the children design their own robots. At the end of the unit all the children’s robots were displayed on the stage in the lunchroom for everyone to see.

The enTire 4Th grade claSS aT lbJ Every Friday at 1:00 the LBJ UNITE Club meets in the 4th grade classes. They are led by Mrs. Liza Noble and out 4th grade teachers. This week we were surprised to receive our beautiful green t-shirts as we pledge to remain drug free!

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Breathitt County Schools Shine At Elementary Governor’s Cup Competition LBJ BECoMES REGIoNAL CHAMPIoNS, HIGHLAND TURNER PLACES SECoND

TEAM LBJ (left): L to R: Taylor Smith, John Hall, Emily Neace, Nick Correll, Coach Janice Hall, Jacob Rice, Jacob Collins, Braxton Eiserman; Not pictured: Makenzie Neace; TEAM HIGHLAND-TURNER (right): Front L-R: kaitlin Hardin, Paul Stamper, Austin Turner, and Christina Combs; Back L-R: Lori Hall, Adrianna Noble, Hannah Griffith, Abigail Chaney, Justin Ritchie, and Coach Jeffery Herald The Breathitt County School District is proud to announce that two of our schools, LBJ Elementary and Highland-Turner Elementary, took 1st and 2nd place in the 31st Region Elementary Gov-

ernor’s Cup. The competition was held at Highland-Turner on Saturday, March 19th.

LBJ took top honors as Regional Champions by garnering a total of 22 points in individual and team compe-

vERL’s vIEWs by verl Bowman States of Denial, they have no shame, anti-labor legislators assault aims to divide workers, conquer unions Anti-labor forces are working overtime to diminish public employees bargaining rights and negotiated gains under the guise of fixing government budget problems not of their making, sound familiar? It should. It’s the same divide-and conquer strategy anti-union operatives used against UAW members during the 2008 auto crisis, when lawmakers blamed negotiated autoworkers compensation for General Motors Corporations and Chrysler Group LLC’s financial establishment-not uninspired management and unprecedented volatility in the U.S. and global financial markets-and orchestrated a political moment to tray and weaken organized labor.

In the aftermath of the 2010 mid-term elections, anti-labor legislators and the conservative interest that handsomely fund them are ramping up the rhetoric to create political conditions that will allow passage or an assortment of anti-worker laws.

In the 14 battleground states, including Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania and Wisconsinlawmakers are introducing bills to revoke state OSHA laws, nullify teacher tenure rights, prohibit project labor agreements, diminish pensions, create right to work zones, and rescind bargaining on health care and other mandatory subjects.

In Ohio new republican Gov. John Kasich is using his state’s financial problems to “break the back of organized labor in the schools “Rescind over 25 years of bargaining rights for the Ohio state workers. In Wisconsin, Gov. Scott Walker wants to abolish state employees the “haves” and Wisconsin taxpayers the “have-nots”. In Michigan more than 30 anti-labor bills were introduced since January.

But republicans aren’t the only ones trying to weaken

tition. Highland-Turner captured 2nd place with 18.5 points.

Individual winners from each school included: John Hall (LBJ) in Mathematics, Nicholas Correll (LBJ) in Sounionized workers by blaming public employees for state budget woes. Newly elected democratic Gov. Andrew Cuomo of New York is also claiming that state employee compensation has created a significant share of New York’s financial deficit. His recently released 2011-2012 state budget proposal doesn’t renew a “millionaire’s tax” on high earning individuals and protects corporations from tax increases.

The republican Gov. of Ohio and democratic Gov. Cuomo must be real good friends-to o the same thing to hurt workers.

Cuomo even laid of goo, state worker and is demanding that those who remain accept a one year pay freeze, economic experts agree that the savings generated by the lay offs and pay freeze are a drop in the bucket considering New York $9 billion structural budget deficit.

From the UAW newsroom Verl Bowman, retired local 653 A thought for the month: Alexander Hamilton started the U.S. Treasury with nothing...

And that was the closet our country has ever been to being even.-Will Rogers

cial Studies, Jacob Collins (LBJ) and Jacob Rice (LBJ) in Science, Hannah Griffith (HTS) and John Hall (LBJ) in Language Arts, and Taylor Smith (LBJ) in Arts & Humanities.

Highland-Turner and LBJ tied for first place in the Future Problem Solving Team competition. Highland-Turner took first place in the Quick Recall Team competition.

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School District congratulates both teams and schools on this great achievement. For more information about the Governor’s Cup, you can visit http://www.kaac.com/ govcup/index.html.

Fundraiser for Rehoboth youth Group Clothing for Everyone and household items. $3.00 small bag $8.00 large bag Friday April 1st saturday April 2nd 10 am – 7 pm Rehoboth Church southfork 693-0596 for more info

FIve LoAveS AnD tWo FISH BY PAStor trACY A. MItCHeLL “Who Goes to Heaven” Hello, again. I pray all is well with you and your family.

I think we are finally done with all this snow. It is beautiful but it makes it so hard to get around. I am looking forward to getting out visiting more people in the community. It appears the radio ministry is on hold for now. I still want to do this ministry, but done in God’s time not mine. Please continue to pray with me about this ministry. If you can help financially please let me know.

In my last two articles I have dealt with the subject: “Who Goes to Hell?”. Revelations 21:8 is very clear. Other passages in the Bible explain why people go to Hell. Romans chapter 3 very clearly teaches that all men are sinners. No man can be justified by his “good deeds” or obedience to God’s law. Men are born sinners. We inherited our sin nature from our parents: Adam and Eve. Because of their sin, death and sinfulness was passed down to all people.

Humaris teaches that man evolving and getting better. The Bible teaches that man is “devolving”. We are getting worse and worse. We are sinners by birth. The consequence for our sin is death and hell. Romans 6:23 says, “for the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord”.

We have seen who goes to hell, why they go to hell, but

now let us ask, “Who Goes to Heaven?” Salvation has always come in one way.”By Grace and By Faith”. In the Old Testament a person’s faith was demonstrated by their actions. But their actions were only possible through the grace of God. What is Grace?

Grace is God’s goodness to understanding man. Grace is God reaching out to man. John 6:44 says, “No man can come to me except the Father which hath sent me to draw him.” So no one ever has or ever will come to God unless God’s spirit draws him to Christ.

We do not call Old Testament believers Christians. We call them believers. They will be in Heaven just as a Christian because God’s grace drew then and they responded in faith.

I want to give you some Bible examples of people who will be in Heaven. Some of these people would not be welcomed in many churches today. So thank God it is not a church or denomination that gets us into Heaven. It is our personal faith in Jesus Christ.

Rehab, the harlot was at one time a very sinful woman.

She was looked down upon and despised by many I am sure. But somehow she heard about the God of the Jesus.

And she decided that she wanted God to become the Lord and Master of her life.

She helped the Hebrew spies.

As a symbol of her faith and a foreshadowing of things to

come, she hung a scarlet thread out her window. This scarlet thread was her protection. In the same way, the scarlet blood of Jesus Christ provides mercy and forgiveness and cleansing for the Christian, today. This wicked woman who sold her body for money was forgiven and cleansed because of her faith in God. There was a Publican and a Pharisee praying in the temple one day. The Publican was a thief and a crook. The Pharisee was a well-mannered religious man. In his prayer he bragged of his moral superiority over the Publican. The Publican stood in a corner beating his chest saying, “God be merciful to me a sinner”. Jesus said the Publican went home justified.

The Apostle Paul was responsible for the murder of many Christians including Stephen. But one day on the road to Damascus the Lord Jesus knocked him off his horse and blinded him. God finally got his attention. He is regarded as the greatest Christian of all time.

I could go on and on giving Biblical and historical examples of sinners, who repented of their sin, turned to God in faith, and were used by God to do great things for the Lord.

Who goes to Heaven? Romans 10:13 says, “For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved”. If I can be of any spiritual help please call me at (606) 693-0596.

On March 30 we’re prescribing a healthy dose of Thanks.

Doctors can make us feel better. They can make us healthier people by encouraging us to lose a few pounds or to quit smoking.

Doctors can even make our community a better place to live.

In short, doctors make a difference.

On March 30, Doctors’ Day, tell the physicians you know what a difference they’ve made in your life and the lives of your loved ones. We will, too.

March 30 is Doctors’ Day.

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Maintenance Worker Class Title: Maintenance Worker General Duties: Assist with construction, installation, maintenance, and cleanliness of the Water District systems. Make water taps. Locate Lines, Inspect, locate and repair leaks in lines. Operate equipment, vehicles and tools assigned to the division. Read water meters. Frequent public and internal contacts are requirements of the job. Assist with other duties in other department/divisions on regular basis as requested.

Training and Experience: Graduation from high school or equivalent. Must possess a valid driver’s license issued by the Commonwealth of Kentucky.

Knowledge of the geography of the service area. Knowledge of equipment, materials, methods and techniques used in construction, installation, maintenance, and repair of water distribution system is a plus.

Availability: Must be able to report at all hours during emergency situations.

Physical Demands: Physical ability to perform heavy labor for extended periods of time, often under adverse weather conditions Work requires standing, walking, stooping; must lift objects over 25 pounds; work is performed outdoors regardless of weather conditions; must operate vehicles and equipment; required to be in high places, confined spaces, and using stairs and ladders, work is performed in a noisy places; exposed to fumes, chemicals, toxic substances, sharp tools, machinery and its moving parts.

Drug and Alcohol Testing: Must participate in mandatory drug and alcohol testing.

This job is part time position.

Applications/Resume will be accepted at: Breathitt County Water District (Old Court House Building) 1137 Main Street Suite 305 Jackson, KY 41339 (606) 666-3800 ext 250 Applications will be accepted March 24, 2011 through April 1, 2011 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.

BUS DRIVERS NEEDED The Breathitt County Board of Education is seeking qualified applicants for the position of bus driver.

The position has excellent benefits including health and life insurance; and extremely competitive pay. Training is provided to you, and you may pick up an application at the Board Central Office or visit the bus garage for further details.

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Notice To Breathitt County Tax Payers Dear Tax Payers, This notice is to inform you that your 2010 property taxes are currently delinquent. In accordance with legislation recently enacted, your tax bill will be subject to purchase by a third party after it is transferred to the County Clerk’s office on 4/15/2011. At that time, a substantial amount of penalties, interest and fees will be added to the amount due. If your bill is purchased by a third party, an additional cost will be incurred to redeem your bill and fulfill this obligation.

It is in your best interest to pay this bill in the Sheriff’s office before it is transferred to the County Clerk. If you have further questions or believe you have received this notice in error, please contact our office at (606)6663800.

Payable To: Sheriff 1137 Main Street Jackson, KY 41339 IMPORTANT NOTICE: WE HAVE HAD SEVERAL HUNDRED TAX BILLS RETURNED DUE TO INCORRECT ADDRESSES. IF YOU DID NO GETATAX BILL, PLEASE CALL, IRENE MCINTOSH, TAX COLLECTOR AT (606)666-3800, EXT. 232

City of Jackson USDA Rural Development Community Facilities Grant Project Public Hearing March 28, 2011 at 4:30 P.M. City Hall Jackson, KY A Public Meeting will take place on March 28, 2011 at 4:30 p.m. at the Jackson City Hall, Main Street, Jackson, KY for the purpose of providing general information to the public regarding the use of USDA Rural Development grant funds for the purchase of an emergency vehicle. The public is invited to attend and comment on such issues as economic impacts, service area, alternatives to the project or any other pertinent issues.

Old Coins Wanted

Want to buy old coins and paper money. Contact the Breathitt Advocate at 693-0170 for more information.

For Sale- Irrigation system completely portable. Will cover acre or 1 row, 2 power sources, tractor PTO pump 2006 model, 14 h.p. B/S bought in 2008-1600-2000 feet 3 inch aluminum line with fittings. Call Connie McQuinn, 1-606668-6337.

Commercial Building For Sale 1600 sq. ft. (times three) Commercial Building For Sale located across from the Judicial Center.

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You’re not alone. Nearly fifty percent of residents in Breathitt County do not have their high school diploma or GED. The earnings difference between having a GED and not having one can be as much as $260,000 over the course of a lifetime.

Breathitt Adult Education, located on the second floor of the Life Skills Center in downtown Jackson, wants to help YOU get your GED. We offer GED courses, practice tests, online exercises, and we can even help you prepare for the college entry COMPASS test.

There are many different paths for many different people. You can change things. You can make a difference in your own life, starting now. Give us a call or come in, Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 4:30pm. We can help you help yourself to a better future.

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Breathitt Community Bulletin Board Class Of 1961 Reunion The 1961 class of Breathitt High School will have its 50th reunion on April 16, 2011, and trying to locate the classmates listed below.

If someone is aware how to contact any of these individuals, it would be most appreciated if you would contact: Phyllis Holbrook, 973 Lakeside Est. Jackson, KY 41339.

Phone 606-666-2731; or Gary Ison, 4540 Cranbrook Court, Lexington, KY 40515.

Nancy Allen James Ginter Plina Howard Evelyn Johnson James Johnson Mary Ann Johnson J.B. Miller Vickie Miller Henry Neace Donald Noble Hershell Noble Glenn Smith Grace Spencer Mildred Taulbee Virginia Taulbee Lela Grace Turner

BCRTA to meet March 25th

The Breathitt County Retired Teachers Association (BCRTA) will meet March 25th, 2011 at the Old Country Inn; 10:30 a.m.

Danielle Miller, Marie Roberts-Caney fifth grader, will read her county winning “Grandparent of the Year” essay. All retired educators are encouraged to attend and remain informed about issues facing both retired and active educators.

To those who litter on South Fork, SMILE! You are being filmed. Several residents of the area are working hard to keep it clean. If you are caught, you will be reported and the film will be turned over to the police.

If you didn’t finish high school, we are here to help!

Getting your GED doesn’t have to be hard.

Call us today for more information!

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Thursday, March 24, 2011

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In Memory of Joe Vires Who departed this earthly life on March 27, 2010

IF TOMMORROW STARTS WITHOUT ME

If tomorrow starts without me, And I’m not there to see, If the sun should rise and find your eyes all filled with tears for me, I wish so much you wouldn’t cry, The way you did today, While thinking of the many things, We didn’t get to say.

I know how much you love me, As much as I love you, and each time that you think of me, I know you’ll miss me too.

But when tomorrow starts without me, Please try to understand, That an angel came and called my name, And took me by the hand, and said my place was ready, In heaven far above, And that I’d have to leave behind All those I dearly love.

But as I turned to walk away, A tear fell from my eye For all my life, I’d always thought, I didn’t want to die.

I had so much to live for, So much left yet to do, It seemed almost impossible, That I was leaving you.

I thought of all the yesterdays, The good ones and the bad, I thought of all the love we shared, and all the fun we had If I could re-live yesterday, Just even for a while, I’d say good-bye and kiss you, And maybe see you smile.

But then I fully realized, That this could never be, For emptiness and memories, would take the place of me.

And when I thought of worldly things, I might miss come tomorrow, I thought of you, and when I did, My heart was filled with sorrow.

But when I walked through heaven’s gates, I felt so much at home When God looked down and smiled at me, From His great golden throne.

He said, “This is eternity, And all I’ve promised you.”

Today your life on earth is past, But here life starts anew I promise no tomorrow, But today will always last, And since each day’s the same way, There’s no longing for the past.

You have been so faithful, So trusting and so true.

Though there were times You did some things, You knew you shouldn’t do.

But you have been forgiven, And now at last you’re free.

So won’t you come and take my hand, And share my life with me?

So when tomorrow starts without me, Don’t think we’re far apart, For every time you think of me, I’m right here, in your heart.

Sadly missed by his children, grandchildren, family and friends.

Happy Birthday

Bengy Thorpe March 22 From Your Family

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In Memory of

Ashford Gross

Dear Heavenly Father, Lord, we know you are busy But this won’t take too long.

We want to ask a big favor For a loved one is now gone.

You see, today is his birthday.

And we want him to know That we think of him often But today even more so If only for us Lord, And just for today, We would wish him here with us And this pain far away.

A party would follow With lots of hugs and kisses.

There would be family and friends And more birthday wishes.

To see that bright smile And those beautiful blue eyes.

To have one more chance To say our final goodbyes.

So, Lord if it’s possible And if there is a way, Could you wish Ashford Gross A very happy 47th Birthday?

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Thursday, March 24, 2011

In Memory of

Nathan Southwood 10-25-52 to 3-28-08

Dedicated to Nathan Southwood, the best Dad we’ve ever known and to all those with loved ones lost It’s been so long, or so it does seem, sometimes as though in a long forgotten dream, But then we remember all the good times we shared, and know that no matter what you had always cared, we miss you, still now, as we did back then, In our hearts we know we will meet again, some days are great, some days are fine, but some days it feels like the end of time, all is not lost, though you think it’s the end, the best gift of hope, all of our wonderful true friends, Do we really get over our worst of hurts? The kind that feels as though your heart will burst, maybe yes, maybe no, but I feel I should say, with the help of your peers, it gets better each day. To all those you love, tell them each and every day because in the blink of an eye, it can be taken away, but do not see this as a message of doubt, gather all your sorrows and cast them all out, for in a greater plan, not meant for all to know, believe and have faith we will meet on that wonderful shore. Do not forget those who have left us behind, for trust, love and faith, will reunite us when it is time.

Love Angie, Becky and Jaymes

Happy 18th Birthday

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Ashley Burton March 23

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