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The Kentucky Symphony Orchestra kicks off its 20th season Saturday at Florence Baptist Church at Mt. Zion with “Of Rings and Myths.” LIFE, B1
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FLORENCE - A few dozen gymnasts went upside down for a world record. Students from MJM Studios in Florence were part of a group of 20,478 gymnasts who set the world record for the most handstands performed simultaneously at 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 17. “It was really exciting,” said MJM owner Mary Jo Menning. In total, the Florence studio contributed over 40 handstands for the attempt.
The effort was organized by the USA Gymnastics Association to raise money for the Children’s Miracle Network and break the six-year-old record of 2,402 set in Austrailia. “We decided to hop on and do it,” Menning said. Gyms from all over the country participated. In order for the attempt to count, photos from the gyms had to be sent in by 2 p.m. To make sure everything was done at the right time, Menning had her students stretched and ready so they could be upside down right at 1 p.m.
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Gymnasts from MJM Studios helped break the world record for simultaneous handstands. “The kids were so excited,” Menning said. Along with contributing handstands, MJM Studios and its students contributed several hundred dollars to the Children’s Miracle Network. “It’s such a great thing for the kids to be a part of such a good
With fall weather starting to settle in over the area, Ryle High School had its traditional homecoming parade. The parade ties the community together by including youth sports and groups as well as those from high school. It also weaves through the city of Union. SCHOOLS, A6
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American homes have about doubled in square footage since the 1950s. It seems the more space we have, the more we want to fill it. It is a constant vigil to keep things from piling up and getting out of control. LIFE, B1
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The Ryle junior varsity cheerleaders ride on a float in the Ryle High School homecoming parade Sept. 30.
Historical society applying for markers By Stephanie Salmons ssalmons@nky.com
The Boone County Historical Society has voted to apply for historical markers for two of the oldest churches in Boone County – Bullittsburg Baptist Church in Petersburg and Hopeful Lutheran Church in Florence. According to historical society president Jim Duvall, Bullittsburg is the oldest church of any kind in Northern Kentucky and was first established in 1794. Hopeful is Boone County’s first Lutheran church and was founded in 1806, he said. While the local historical society would be responsible for the costs of the markers, applications must first be made to the Kentucky Historical Society in Frank-
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cause,” Menning said. To celebrate their efforts, both Gov. Steve Beshear and Florence Mayor Diane Whalen read proclamations naming Sept. 17 National Gymnastics Day. “It made you feel really good about promoting fitness,” Menning said.
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Scott Dieter was killed by a gunman in Akron, Ohio, in August. He had just finished fifth grade at New Haven Elementary where he was part of the team that raised and lowered the American flag. To honor Dieter, the school wants to put a small monument at the flag pole, and the effort just got a big boost. SCHOOLS, A7
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Hopeful Lutheran Church was founded in 1806.
fort. According to Duvall, the request then goes through review committees before approval is granted or denied. The historical society will “probably” do more signs in the future, but with finances as they are “we can only do so much,” Duvall said. Bullittsburg and Hopeful “are two significant historical places in
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the county and they ought to be recognized,” he said. Boone County Historical Society treasurer Steve Conrad said the organization is trying to put history in a “permanent format.” “We feel strongly in the historical society of trying to create more of these plaques in the county so we can display history for future generations,” Conrad said. The churches are important for the history of the county because they were started by county’s very early settlers. According to Duvall, Bullittsburg Baptist predates the creation of Boone County, which was approved by the legislature in 1798. The historical society should learn by Dec. 1 whether the signage has been approved, he said.
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FLORENCE - J. Kelly Huff is eyeing a return to Florence City Council. Huff is one of five candidates that will be on the Nov. 8 ballot to fill the vacancy on Florence City Council left by the death of Ted Bushelman in March. Huff served on council from Huff 2009-2010 and lost his re-election bid last November. “I feel like I have some unfinished business,” Huff said. Huff has a background in cost reduction consultation for large companies and wants to put those skills to work in Florence. “I want to try to make sure the citizens get the most bang for their buck,” Huff said. A key to that is not adding on additional capital projects, he said. “We definitely don’t need any more major projects,” Huff said. Huff believes the current City Council tends to leans less conservative than he’d like. “I would like to bring some balance back to council,” Huff said. As Huff is running against five candidates for one seat, he believes his experience is what helps him stand out from the crowd. “I’m the only person running
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