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March 2, 2014
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Clay County Unearthed A small cave, located in the Red Bird River Valley in eastern Clay County, preserves a wealth of fascinating petroglyphs...adding mystery to the history of ancient human occupation in Appalachia. Archaeologists from around the world have visited the remote site to view its ancient carvings and theorize their origins. “I believe this cave was discovered by ancient old world explorers about 2,500 to 3,000 years ago,” stated Hezekiah Hensley, local historian. “Probably by people from the Iberian Peninsula, which includes present day Spain and Portugal.”
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Do You Know Your New Voting Precinct?
The Clay County Clerk's office has been busy moving voters into their new precincts. While the changes in the precincts may be confusing, the Clay County Clerk is encouraging all residents to determine their proper precinct to avoid confusion on election day. P3
An End to Constables? Lawmakers approved a bill that would allow counties to eliminate the office of constable. If voters approve the amendment, Clay County would have the option to end the role of constables. P5
Hensley's family owned the property where the cave is located since 1864, which was sold to the Forest Service 8 years ago. Daniel Boone National Forest rangers have since attempted to protect the site from vandalism and artifact theft.
and extends back about 12 to 15 feet,” said Hensley.
Hensley, and archaeologists he has taken to the cave's remote location, believe carvings on the cave walls “The cave is about 2 ½ to 3 feet wide, 4 to 4 ½ feet high depict Iberian and Greek alphabets. (See page 2)
One Clay Resident Eliminated from "The Amazing Race"
Town Market Opens in Oneida
Eleven all-star teams rejoined "The Amazing Race" for its 24th season for a shocking premiere when one member of a favorite team was eliminated before the race even began. While Clay County Kentucky teammates Mark Jackson and William “Bopper” Minton were expected to race again together, it was announced Bopper had an inflamed pancreas which deemed him unfit to race. Host Phil Keoghan allowed Jackson, 47 of Manchester, the option to continue racing with a new partner. Mark is now racing with Mallory Ervin, 28, of Morganfield, a former Kentucky beauty queen. Ervin previously appeared on seasons 17 and 18 of the show. She held the title of Miss Kentucky 2009 and was 4th runner-up to Miss America 2010. "My new teammate and I will face a lot of challenges," said Ervin. "It will be mostly challenges. We don’t know each other that well. I don’t know how he races or if our styles match, so the challenge will be learning that as we race." The teams were told they were heading to China. Those winning the first (See page 3)
Bowling's Town Market is now open in Oneida. The market, restaurant and gas station is a welcomed new addition to Downtown Oneida, as residents had to drive for miles for gas and groceries before Bowling's opened. The business occupies the location previously operated as “Town Market” which closed last year. “A friend asked us to open a market at this location,” said Whitney Bowling. “We we're excited for the opportunity.”
Whitney and her husband John, of Big Creek, operate the storefront. John's years of managing Mike's Quick Stop in Manchester with his father, Mike Bowling, provided him the experience to branch out to another location. The business opened on February 18, 2004 and will celebrate a grand opening within the next week. The Bowling's have been busy stocking shelves as new items arrive daily. “We're going to (See page 2)
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Clay County Unearthed (Continued from page 1) “The Iberian Peninsula was colonized by the Phonecians over 3,000 years ago,” stated Hensley. “The Phoenecians were from what is now Lebanon, which is beside Israel. They were friends and associates of King Solomon and had a large trading colony in what in now west Spain. King Solomon had a navy of ships.”
“The sun flooded the cave from wall to wall and floor to ceiling on December 21,” said Hensley. “This was at sunrise. At this time I didn't see a particular alignment. I went back to the cave another year alone on December 22 to further investigate the site. I saw the exact alignment occur about nine to ten feet back in the cave. It lined up with a part of the cave wall that protruded out from the wall and floor of the cave. The seafaring Phoenicians, Greeks and This part of the cave looks like a rounded boulder Carthaginians successively settled along the Mediterranean coast and founded trading colonies embedded in the cave. At sunrise on the solstice the sun's rays shined into the cave and onto the there over a period of several centuries.The right edge of the rounded part of the cave wall, Phoenicians used the galley, a man-powered sailing vessel, and are credited for their spread of creating the alignment.” the alphabet, from which almost all modern “It's a remarkable experience to observe this alphabets are derived. Through their maritime alignment,” stated Hensley. “People have been trade, the Phoenicians spread the use of the observing this event for many thousands of alphabet to North Africa and Europe, where it years.” was adopted by the Greeks, who later passed it on The solstice has been a special moment of the to the Etruscans, who in turn transmitted it to the annual cycle of the year throughout history. Romans. Astronomical events, which during ancient times The theory of a Phoenician discovery of the controlled the mating of animals, sowing of crops Americas has been fueled in recent years by the and metering of winter reserves between harvests, discovery of ancient inscriptions in the show how various cultural mythologies and southeastern United States, suggesting other traditions have arisen. explorers arrived there long before Columbus. In The winter solstice may have been immensely 1996, Mark McMenamin proposed a theory that important because communities were not certain Phoenician sailors discovered the New World of living through the winter, and had to be around 350 BC. Proponents of the theory believe prepared during the previous nine months. there is ample evidence that the ancient cultures were able to traverse the oceans and travel throughout the world. “The apostle Paul was shipwrecked on a ship in 62 AD that was so large it had 276 men and a cargo of wheat,” stated Hensley. “The Minoan people of the Island of Crete sailed the seas 3,500 years ago in ships that were 40 to 50 feet long. Therefore people could sail the oceans long ago. It shouldn't be a surprise that people from Europe and the Middle East would sail to America 2,000 years ago and earlier.” Hensley believes the early explorers took interest in the location because the cave aligns with the winter solstice.
Starvation was common during the first months of the winter. Observance of a solstice is often done by watching the sunrise and sunset, or vice versa, using an astronomically aligned object that allows a ray of light to cast on a certain point around that time.
“Many early civilizations, thousands of years ago, Numerous other rock outcrops and caves in Clay built large stone monuments to mark the winter County have also been discovered to depict solstice,” said Hensley. “The most famous is Stonehenge.” ancient carvings.
Above: One of many carvings found on cave. Below/Center: Red Bird River Rock.
The Red Bird River Shelter Petroglyphs rock, as it has come to be known, features a series of carvings. The petroglyphs have been interpreted as inscriptions in at least 8 Old World alphabets, all of which were extinct when Columbus arrived in the New World in 1492. The rock was enrolled on the National Register of Historic Places. Several archaeologists have interpreted the carvings on the stone to include 1st century Greek and Hebrew, as well as Old Libyan, Old Arabic and Iberian-Punic which probably dates from the 9th century BC. Ogam, Germanic Runes, and Tiffinag-Numidian inscriptions have also been identified. It has been argued by other archaeologists that finding eight different languages inscribed in one place is highly unlikely, and that the claims are fanciful interpretations of the evidence. The inscriptions on the rock have been compared to other Cherokee inscriptions in the area, and it has been suggested that those on the rock have been altered in modern times.
Of all the hundreds of important, translatable, and The winter solstice occurs when the sun gradually “A rock fell off a cliff years ago, just downstream published inscriptions in the US, the stone was the first to be given official protection. Clay from the cave, that had a tremendous amount of moves toward the south and stops its southern County and the City of Manchester granted petroglyphs,” said Hensley. progression. protection to the stone. In doing so, they obtained “This was a very sacred event to the early The 50 ton stone fell on December 7, 1994 from a recognition and public esteem worldwide. civilizations because most of them worshiped the sandstone cliff above the Red Bird River. It rolled Clay County's fascinating ancient artifacts have onto Highway 66 at Lower Red Bird. On sun, as well as other heavenly bodies,” stated been featured on several television shows and December 9, 1994, it was transported to its Hensley. film documentaries. In March, the History present location in Manchester and placed on In the 1990's, Hensley and other local historians Channel's 'America Unearthed' will visit Clay display. witnessed the winter solstice at the cave site. County.
Town Market Now Open in Oneida (Continued from page 1) have a large selection, and will keep the prices affordable,” stated Bowling.
dinner items include pizza, hoagies, burgers, fries, corn dogs, egg rolls, cheese sticks, tuna salad, chicken salad, roast beef, ham, hot dogs, hot Bowling's Town Market offers groceries, cleaning wings and side dishes. All items are available for carryout, and outdoor dining will be offered soon. supplies, animal supplies and other staples. In addition, an indoor restaurant features “We have 24 oz. Pepsi bottles,” stated Bowling, breakfast, lunch and dinner. Breakfast “and slushies, Alligator Ice, coffee and items include biscuits and gravy, cappuccino.” sausage, eggs and more. Lunch and The business also features poker machines, an
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ATM, a lottery machine, scratch off lottery tickets, Dippin' Dots, tobacco, live bait and gas. Bowling's Town Market is open from 6 am to 9 pm Monday through Friday, 9 am to 9 pm on Saturday and 10 am to 7 pm on Sunday. The business is located at 14797 N HWY 66 in Oneida. A grand opening, in the works, will feature free pizza. Call 606-847-9339 for details.
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Do You Know Your New Voting Precinct? The Clay County Clerk's office has been busy moving voters into their new precincts. While the changes in the precincts may be confusing, the Clay County Clerk is encouraging all residents to determine their proper precinct to avoid confusion on election day.
Coalition 2nd Annual 5K Walk/Run Scheduled The Clay County Cancer Coalition 2nd Annual 5K Walk/Run will take place on Saturday, May 10, 2014 from 9 am until 11:30 am at Bert T Combs Park in Manchester. Clay residents are asked to attend and participate to support the Clay County 2nd Annual 5K. All proceeds will benefit cancer patients of Clay County. Cancer is the second leading cause of death in Clay County. "Cancer doesn't strike only the wealthy," stated Tammy Jones of the Clay County Cancer Coalition. "We help by providing gas cards for travel for cancer patients in Clay County. Join us on May 10th to help these patients get to treatments and doctor appointments." This is the 2nd Annual 5K Walk/Run to raise money for cancer patients of Clay County. Money raised will be used to purchase gas cards and other items for patients. There are no treatment facilities in Clay. Patients must travel out of the county, sometimes out of state, to receive treatment and attend doctor appointments. Registration and race packet pickups will begin at 8 am day of the race. Contact Tammy Jones at 606-5265051 or tamera67@hotmail.com for more information. The Clay County Cancer Coalition also provides wigs, turbans, trach covers and more for Clay County Cancer patients. All donations are tax-deductible. The foundation is a 501C3 non-profit organization.
“Cards are ready to mailed to all voters who have been moved to another precinct,” sated Michael Baker, Clay County Clerk. “There are others that need to be moved but may have incomplete addresses or old rural route addresses that apportionment Committee to use prevent them from coming out on the census data to determine if the the printouts by street or road population of the county is divided name.” equally among the magisterial disRegardless of whether you receive tricts, within 10%. Because they a card or not, Clay County resiwere only allowed 60 days to comdents are to vote according to plete their work, it was recomwhere they live. Your 911 address mended that the committee enlist determines your voting precinct. the help of the Cumberland Valley Anyone with questions about their Area Development District Board. This allowed the process to be voting location is encouraged to completed in a fraction of the time stop by the Clay County Clerk's offices to see the map, or call 606- at a fraction of the expense due the the amazing mapping technology 598-2544. they have.” “It's important that you do this as soon as possible and not wait until The committee determined many just before election day,” said Bak- voters needed to be moved from District 6, and many voters needed er. to be moved to Districts 3 and 4. The deadline for registering to vote “In doing this, it created a domino is April 20, 2014. effect...all of the boundaries had to “All address corrections completed be changed to some degree,” stated by this date will result in the voter Baker. being in the proper book and will avoid extra paperwork for the voter The CVADD board worked with the Reapportionment Committee to on election date,” said Baker. create two plans to present to the What are the changes in the prefiscal court. In 2011, the court cincts, and why did they change? chose the plan they felt would be Baker explained that it started with best and would affect the least the 2010 Census. number of voters. “By law, after each census, the county fiscal court appoints a Re-
“It was then up to the County Board of Elections to change the precinct boundaries to comply with the new district boundaries and to describe those precinct boundaries according to state law,” said Baker. “They also worked to affect the least number of voters possible.” The County Board of Elections received help from the CVADD board to create new maps and descriptions which were submitted in a new Precinct Establishment Order to the State Board of Elections in February 2012 for review. “In the meantime, while the State Legislature Redistricting was taking place, a freeze was placed on the precinct changes until the state redistricting was completed in August 2013,” stated Baker. “The County Board of Elections immediately resubmitted the Precinct Establishment Order, and after a couple of fine tunings to better comply with state law, the precinct boundaries were approved on January 28, 2014.” For more information, and to determine your correct voting location, visit the Clay County Clerk's offices or call 606-598-2544.
Fatal Accident Takes Coal Miner’s Life A fatal accident in Clay County took the life of coal miner on Saturday. Nathan Jackson, 22, did not survive the accident on Highway 66. Tyler Farmer, driver of the ve-
Michael Jackson, attempted to make a left hand turn into a driveway off Red Bird Road. Farmer pulled out to pass Jackson The two coal miners were and the vehicles collided, driving home from work according to authorities. when a vehicle, driven by hicle, was airlifted to UK Hospital. Farmer suffered a broken knee, hip, ribs and wrists.
Jackson and two children suffered non-life threatening injuries. Jackson suffered a fractured back and hip, broken rib and cut spleen. No charges were filed.
One Clay Resident Eliminated from "The Amazing Race" (Continued from page 1) leg would receive an express pass. Leo and Jamal were the first team to receive their passes, followed by Jet and Cord, David and Connor and Natalie and Nadiya.
their sorrow to Mark for the loss of his original partner.
Once in China, teams traveled to the Street of Wedding Dresses in search of clues, leading them to a giant Ferris wheel on top of The remaining teams had to take a Canton Tower. Even-numbered second flight, including Mark and "bubbles" on a Ferris wheel had Mallory. They began to get to the clue to their next destination, know each other on the drive to Haixinsha Stadium on the river the airport. The Twinnies and below the towers. Mark became Brendon and Rachel expressed concerned that Mallory didn't trust
his judgement about the correct stadium. At the stadium, teams performed high wire flips hundreds of feet in the air. New clues led them to the Guangzhou Opera House. Jackson and Ervin arrived in sixth place. Natalie and Nadiya were the last team to arrive and were eliminated.
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Answering the Call to Serve Become a Volunteer Firefighter
As volunteer firefighter registration declines, state and local officials are asking residents to considering answering the call to serve by calling 1-800-FIRE-LINE, a hotline for potential volunteer firefighters. 1-800-FIRE-LINE is a campaign to help recruit both first responders and support (Fire Corps) volunteers in the fire and emergency medical services. Volunteers comprise a majority of firefighters. In fact, 70% of all firefighters are volunteers, with over one million volunteer firefighters and emergency medical personnel in the US. Half of all Americans live in communities served by fire departments that are either volunteer, or a combination of volunteer and career (full-time and paid). In addition to providing life-saving services, these volunteers save communities across the nation a significant amount of money. It would cost US taxpayers an estimated $140.7 billion every year if all the volunteer first responders were replaced with career staff. By becoming a volunteer Clay County firefighter, you will play a crucial role in protecting your neighbors from disasters and emergencies of all kinds. You will also be joining a tight-knit group of men and women dedicated to providing life-saving services to Clay County. Being a volunteer first responder is very demanding and requires a great deal of commitment and training. As a volunteer firefighter, you can expect to: ● Attend weekly and/or monthly meetings and training sessions. ● Participate in regular duty shifts. Hours vary by department. ● Perform physically demanding work. ● Spend extended periods of time outside in inclement weather. ● Be called out at any hour of the day or night. For more information on becoming a volunteer firefighter in Clay County, call 1-800-FIRE-LINE.
7 Goals to Improve Dismal Health Kentucky’s dismal health rankings are well-known and span generations. The state has long had the dubious distinction of being among the national leaders in cancer diagnoses, smoking rates, diabetes, heart disease and a host of other maladies.
● Cancer - Reduce Kentucky cancer deaths by 10 percent ● Cardiovascular Disease - Reduce cardiovascular deaths by 10 percent ● Dental Decay - Reduce the percentage of children with untreated dental decay by 25 percent, and increase adult dental visits by 10 percent
The state has declared it will significantly reduce incidence and deaths from these diseases and habits through a new, aggressive and wide● Drug Addiction – Reduce ranging initiative, called “kyhealthdeaths from drug overdose by now,” that builds on Kentucky’s suc25 percent, and reduce the avcessful implementation of health care erage number of poor mental reform. kyhealthnow will use multiple health days of Kentuckians by strategies over the next several years 25 percent. to improve the state’s collective health. Each of these goals includes multiple strategies to meet it, which will be By setting specific, five-year goals, Kentucky will hold state health agen- implemented through a combination cies accountable for measurable suc- of executive actions, legislative access. It will also challenge the City of tions, public-private partnerships and Manchester and Clay County, and its enrolling more Kentuckians in health care coverage. businesses, schools, nonprofits and individuals, to take meaningful steps Current Kentucky Health Statistics toward improving health in our com- Kentucky consistently ranks among munity. the worst states in most national “Many individuals and groups in Kentucky are working on ways to make Kentuckians healthier, whether through improving access to trails, providing smoking cessation tools, or expanding availability of cancer screenings,” Gov. Beshear said. “Through kyhealthnow, we will finally monitor and measure all those efforts against seven major health goals, and every Kentuckian can help. Better collective health for Kentuckians means better-prepared students and a more reliable workforce, both of which are critical for a successful future.” kyhealthnow targets seven major health goals to be met within five years, by 2019: ● Health insurance - Reduce Kentucky’s rate of uninsured individuals to less than 5 percent
health rankings, including: 50th in smoking; 42nd in obesity; 46th in physical inactivity; 38th in diabetes; 49th in poor mental health days; 50th in poor physical health days; 50th in cancer deaths; 47th in heart disease; 46th in high blood pressure; 41st in annual dental visits; 48th in heart attacks. “Ensuring a healthier future is vital if Kentucky wants to have a stronger population that can compete for 21st century jobs,” Lt. Gov. Abramson said. “Kentucky has an unprecedented opportunity to advance its health status for generations to come with these new health metrics, coupled with our health access and health information exchange advances,” said Dr. Mayfield. “This is a golden opportunity to improve our health, and the time is now.”
● Smoking - Reduce Kentucky’s Information about kyhealthnow can be found at kyhealthnow.ky.gov. Clay smoking rate by 10 percent County individuals, businesses, non● Obesity - Reduce the rate of profits and community organizations obesity among Kentuckians by are encouraged to visit these sites and 10 percent submit information about steps they’re taking to improve health.
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AN END TO CONSTABLES? On Tuesday, state lawmakers approved a bill that would allow counties to eliminate the office of constable. While the position is guaranteed by the Kentucky Constitution, if voters approve the amendment Clay County would have the option to end the role of constables. Proponents state the position of constable is obsolete. The position is a holdover from a bygone era when county fiscal courts operated more like actual courts. They are also concerned the position is a liability. "Their time has come and gone," stated State Representative Adam Koenig, sponsor of the bill. Opponents of the bill say rural areas, such as Clay County Kentucky, still need constables. They see the position as a useful arm of local government. Constables are elected and posses the same law enforcement powers as sheriffs, with at least one constable in every district. However, they lack the same requirements and training. In Clay County, a convicted felon was elected constable. Constables are Peace Officers with broad powers of arrest and authority to serve court processes. The constable has the authority to enforce both the Traffic Code and the Criminal Code of Kentucky. They may execute warrants, summonses, subpoenas, attachments, notes and rules and orders of the court in all criminal, penal and civil cases. They may also make arrests without a warrant when a felony is committed in their presence; when they have probable cause to believe someone has committed a felony; when a misdemeanor has been committed in their presence; when harassment, criminal trespass in the 3rd degree and certain traffic violations are committed in their presence; or if they have probable cause to believe that a person is driving under the influence. The law authorizes constables to carry concealed deadly weapons when necessary for their protection in discharging their duties. They are a fees paid officer of the court, entitled to receive fees for all citations that they write and warrants they serve. Other more arcane duties include picking up a vagrant, which pays 50 cents; killing and burying distempered animals, paying $3 per horse and $2 per cattle; and neutering horses, bulls or donkeys for $1 each. The House Elections, Constitutional Amendments and Intergovernmental Affairs Committee approved a measure, House Bill 158, to amend the state's constitution to allow the elimination of the position. The bill is now heading to the full house and would need Kentuckians to ratify the amendment for it to become law.
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Celebrating Food & Farms Judge Joe Asher proclaimed the third week of February "Food Check-Out Week". Asher signed a proclamation and was presented a Kentucky Proud Products basket by Clay County Farm Bureau women's chair Margaret Hensley. Food Check-Out Week marks the time of year when the average American has earned enough income to meet his or her annual cost of food. While consumer food prices are not exempt from the constant changes that impact our nation’s economy, the cost of food is not nearly as cumbersome as many other expenses. The average American earns enough to pay for his or her annual food costs by the seventh week of the year, but, according to research conducted by the Tax Foundation, that same person would have to work until the middle of April to earn enough to pay for annual taxes. “Most Americans don’t realize they must work significantly longer to pay for federal taxes than for food,” noted KFB President Mark Haney. “The annual Food Check-Out Week celebration is one way we can all celebrate the affordability, quantity and quality of the food that our farmers produce year-round.” Data from the Department of Agriculture estimates that Americans spend just 10 percent of their disposable income on food each year. At the same time, the USDA reports that a farmer earns less than 16 cents per dollar spent of food. “Food Check-Out Week is a great way to educate consumers about where their food comes from, but it also gives them an opportunity to make real connections with the farmers that are growing and raising it,” said Terry Gilbert, KFB board member. “I am very proud of the way we approach Food CheckOut Week here in Kentucky because so many of our counties are also making connections with local food pantries and providing food for those in need.”
Coping With Heating Costs Clay County residents can take a number of steps to reduce energy usage or to soften the impact of heating costs. They include: ● Budget billing: This option allows customers to pay the same amount each month, based on their average monthly usage during the year. Customers should contact their utility for more information. ● Energy conservation measures: Simple steps such as turning down thermostats on furnaces (most people are comfortable at 68 degrees) and water heaters (120 degrees is hot enough for nearly all uses) can be big energy savers. ● Energy audits: Many local utilities offer home energy audits at little or no cost to consumers. These audits can identify energy-wasting trouble spots and provide information on how to correct the problems. Utilities often include a package of energy-saving devices with an audit. ● Weatherization: Consumers can do a number of things to reduce inflows of cold air and leakage of warm air, particularly around windows and doors. Some basic weatherization steps include: 1. Use caulk or weatherstripping to seal cracks around windows, doors, pipes, electric outlets on exterior walls, and other points where cold air can enter the home. This alone can reduce heating costs by 10 percent. 2. Install energy-efficient doors and windows. 3. Add insulation in attics, crawl spaces and walls. 4. Cover windows, especially those with single-pane glass, with storm windows or plastic sheeting. 5. Clean or replace furnace filters monthly to improve airflow and efficiency.
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Clay County Extension Service March Programs Family Focus Group will be meeting on March 10th at the Extension Office at 6 pm. We will be talking about Clay County families and the issues or concerns they are dealing with at this time. What issues can Extension provide educational programs for our families? If you would like to join this discussion, join us on the 10th of March. FREE and open to the public!
Free Archery Classes are offered Wednesday nights at 6 pm at Gray Fork Church, 67 Grayfork Road, Manchester. Everyone is welcome. For more information, contact Eric at 231-6850, Jenna 599-7005 or Boo 813-0990.
Taking Control of Your Diabetes Series will be on March 11th, 18th, 25th and April 1st at 6 pm at the Clay County Extension Office. Have you recently been diagnosed with diabetes and want to receive diabetes recipes? Are you wondering what carbohydrates are and why you need to monitor them? Do you have a family member that needs help? Taking Control of Your Diabetes will provide you with information to help you understand and control your diabetes. presenting the program. Call 864-4167 to This program is a repeat of the program we register. offered last year. FREE and open to the public! You must call 598-2789 to register. The Area Tobacco Meeting and Tobacco GAP will be on March 25th at the Laurel County A Fruit Tree Pruning Demonstration will be on March 13th at 1:30 pm at the Farm of Dwayne Extension Office at 6 pm. Dr. Bob Pearce will be presenting the program. Please call 864-4167 to Yost. Dwayne Yost's farm is located at 14102 S register. Hwy 421. A sign will be posted. Please dress according to weather conditions for that day. Homemade Convenience Leader's Training FREE and open to the public! For more will be on March 26th at 10 am at the Clay information and to register, please call 598-2789. County Extension Office. The program will be Fashions for Ageless Dressing will be on March taught by Theresa Montgomery, Knox County Family & Consumer Science Agent. Come learn 13th at 6 pm at the Clay County Extension about making your own convenience foods that Office. Being well dressed and looking good knows no age. Being fashion smart means being can help you prepare a nutritious meal quickly. This program is FREE and open to the public. honest with oneself and an awareness of what looks good on us. Learn your own style and grow Please call 598-2789 or send a Facebook message to register. with it. To add a note of fun to this program, bring a slightly used fashion accessory you would like to exchange with another participate. Please call 598-2789 to register. FREE and open to the public!
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Vegetable GAP Training will be held March 17th at 6:00 pm at the Laurel County Extension Office. During this class producers learn the best practices that will reduce the risk of their product becoming contaminated. Upon completion of this class the farmer receives a GAP Training Certificate issued by the KDA. The certificate is a component of the requirements to allow raw product samples at Kentucky Farmer’s Markets and Kentucky Farm Bureau Certified Roadside Markets. You must register by calling the Laurel County Office at 864-4167. Weed Control in Pastures and Hay Fields will be on March 18th at 6 pm at the Laurel County Extension Office. Dr. J.D. Green will be
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Pesticide Training will be offered on March 27th at 1 pm and at 6 pm at the Clay County Extension Office. This training is for all producers who need to renew their private pesticide applicator card. Please call the office at 598-2789 or send a Facebook message to register. Family Fun Night will be held on March 27th from 6:30 - 8:00 pm at the EXCEL Building (beside McDonalds). Bring your family and enjoy an evening of games for all ages. Family time, fun time for all! Start a tradition that could become a family favorite. Cookies and punch will be served and door prizes will be given away. FREE and open to the public! EVERYONE WELCOME! SUBMIT NEWS & EVENTS TO news@ClayCountyChronicle.com
PAWS, working primarily in Clay and Leslie Counties, has helped to fix over 1100 animals since 2005. PAWS is an all-volunteer organization funded through donations, grants and fund-raisers. Support animal welfare in your community. All donations are tax-deductible and are gratefully accepted at: PAWS, c/o A. Carey PO Box 216, Hyden, KY 41749. Like us on Facebook at PAWS Leslie County.
Clay County Kentucky Events ONGOING EVENTS Chamber of Commerce Meeting 12 pm 2nd Wednesday of Each Month Manchester City Hall The Manchester-Clay County Chamber of Commerce meets at 12 pm on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at Manchester City Hall in Downtown Manchester. Clay County DAV Chapter 137 5 pm Last Friday of Each Month Clay County Public Library Meeting Room All veterans are welcome to join the Clay County DAV Chapter 137. The chapter meets at 5 pm on the last Friday of each month in the Clay County Public Library Meeting Room in Downtown Manchester.
Monkey Dumplin's Spring Production April 11-12 Greenbriar Presbyterian Church Community Building, Manchester Vietnam Veterans Chapter #868 The spring show of Monkey Dumplin's has been 6 pm 2nd Thursday of Each Month scheduled for April 11-12 at the Greenbriar PresHorse Creek Holiness Church Fellowship Hall byterian Church Community Building. Stories The Clay County Vietnam Veterans Chapter #868 will be told and acted out about the day the gas meets at 6 pm on the 2nd Thursday of each month tanks exploded in East Manchester. Monkey at Horse Creek Holiness Church Fellowship Hall. Dumplin's Story Telling Theater harvests local The organization conducts all military Funeral stories by teaching the art of story telling, then Honors for Clay County Veterans. Members must capturing and performing the fascinating oral hishave served on Active Duty in one of the US tory of Clay County on stage. Monkey Dumplin's Armed Forces from February 28 1961 through draws people with varied backgrounds and beautiMay 7 1975. Members who do not meet those fully interweaves their many creative talents. requirements may be Associate Members.
GOVERNMENT MEETINGS Manchester Council Meeting 6 pm 3rd Monday of Each Month Manchester City Hall, Downtown Manchester The City of Manchester City Council meets at 6 pm on the 3rd Monday of each month at Manchester City Hall, Downtown Manchester. Circuit Court Meeting 9 am 1st Monday of Each Month Circuit Court Building, Downtown Manchester The Circuit Court meets at 9 am on the 1st Monday of each month at the Circuit Court Building, Downtown Manchester. Fiscal Court Meeting 3 pm 2nd Thursday of Each Month County Administration Building, Downtown Manchester Clay County Fiscal Court meets at 3 pm on the 2nd Thursday of each month at the County Administration Building, Downtown Manchester.
SPECIAL EVENTS After School Music Program Wednesdays, March 5 - April 9, 4 pm to 6 pm Clay County Extension Office Have you ever wanted to learn to play an instrument, sing a song or just jam with a friend? An After School Music Program will be offered every Wednesday, from March 5 through April 9, 4 pm to 6 pm, at the Clay County Extension Office. Promise Neighborhood and Clay County 4-H have teamed up to offer students an opportunity to take lessons for free. Learn how to play, sing, perform and record your own music. If you own instruments, you are welcome to bring them. Instruments will be provided to students who do not own an instrument. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced musician, the program will be beneficial for all. Sign up early while spots are still available. Contact the Clay County Extension Office at 606-598-2789.
Clay County Cancer Coalition 2nd Annual 5K Walk/Run Saturday, May 10, 2014 from 9 am to 11:30 am Bert T Combs Park, Manchester. The Clay County Cancer Coalition 2nd Annual 5K Walk/Run will take place on Saturday, May 10, 2014 from 9 am until 11:30 am at Bert T Combs Park in Manchester. Clay residents are asked to attend and participate to support the Clay County 2nd Annual 5K. All proceeds will benefit cancer patients of Clay County. Cancer is the second leading cause of death in Clay County. Money raised will be used to purchase gas cards and other items for patients. There are no treatment facilities in Clay. Patients must travel out of the county, sometimes out of state, to receive treatment and attend doctor appointments. Registration and race packet pickups will begin at 8 am day of the race. Contact Tammy Jones at 606-526-5051 or tamera67@hotmail.com for more information. The Clay County Cancer Coalition also provides wigs, turbans, trach covers and more for Clay County Cancer patients. All donations are tax-deductible. The foundation is a 501C3 non-profit organization.
stretch from parts of Virginia to West Virginia. The event takes place each year on the first Thursday, Friday and Saturday in May. The yard sale route grows larger each year. Toys, clothing, furniture, arts and crafts, cars, estate items, antiques, tools and more are offered. All sellers are invited to participate all three days. 2014 Salt Works Arts & Crafts Festival Saturday, May 24, 2014 from 10 am to 7 pm Riverside Park, Manchester The 2014 Salt Works Arts & Crafts Festival will be held on Saturday, May 24, 2014 from 10 am to 7 pm at the historic Salt Works Pioneer Village in Manchester. The event will feature fine arts, handmade and hand decorated crafts, pioneer demonstrators, live blue grass music, homemade food, and children's activities. Southeastern Sundays 1 pm to 5 pm Fourth Sunday of Each Month May thru October Rawlings/Stinson Park, Manchester Southeastern Sundays will take place on the fourth Sunday of each month May thru October, from 1 pm to 5 pm, at Rawlings/Stinson Park. The event will feature numerous musicians performing simultaneously along the River Walk Trail in Manchester, as well as Appalachian crafts, southern food, car shows, Pow Wows, a farm market and Monkey Dumplin’s Folk Life Theater performers. The location of the event will highlight Clay’s nature, parks, swinging bridges and murals.
Clay County Days August 28, 29, 30 and 31, 2014 Downtown Manchester The 2014 Clay County Days Festival will be held on August 28, 29, 30 and 31, 2014. The committee is working hard to bring you the best festival in the history of the event. The mission is Class of 2001 Pot Luck Reunion to organize the best festival possible for the June 14, 2014 starting at 12 noon people of Clay County and to promote tourism for Rawlings/Stinson Park, Manchester Clay County by providing a weekend of family The Class of 2001 will host a Pot Luck Reunion at entertainment. Rawlings/Stinson Park on June 14 beginning at noon. Both shelters have been reserved for the OBI Golf Tournament entire day. Bring your family, bring a dish and Friday, June 27, 2014 enjoy reconnecting with old classmates. Crooked Creek Golf Club Alumni & Friends of OBI Golf Tournament is scheduled for Friday, June 27, 2014 at Crooked COMMUNITY FESTIVALS Creek Golf Club in London, KY. The event will be part of Oneida Baptist Institue's Homecoming HWY 421 100 Mile Yard Sale festivities, with the big day on Saturday, June 28 May 1 through May 3, 2014 on the OBI campus. For more information and From Harlan to Jackson counties, crossing lodging details, please call Amanda Roberts at through Leslie and Clay 606-847-4111 ext:268, or email Roberts at Clay County is joining the Highway 421 Yard amanda.roberts@oneidaschool.org. Sale, a multi-county tag sale stretching over 100 miles along US Highway 421. The event will take Submit community events for free to place from May 1 through May 3, 2014. The yard news@ClayCountyChronicle.com. sale will stretch from Harlan to Jackson counties, crossing through Leslie and Clay, and will also
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Clay County SCHOOLS & SPORTS 2013-14 District Basketball Champions 49th District Girls - Clay County - 49th District Boys - Clay County 52nd District
Champion - Allen Central
50th District
56th District
Runner-Up - Betsy Layne
Champion - Corbin
Champion - Powell County
59th District
Runner-Up - Williamsburg
Runner-Up - Estill County
Champion - Shelby Valley
51st District
57th District
Runner-Up - Pikeville
Champion - Knox Central
60th District
Runner-Up - Barbourville
Champion - Johnson Central
Champion - Belfry
52nd District
Runner-Up - Pike Central
Champion - Bell County
BOYS
Runner-Up - Middlesboro
Runner-Up - Jackson City
47th District
53rd District
56th District
Champion - Pulaski County Champion - Knott Central
Champion - Powell County
Runner-Up - Casey County
Runner-Up - Cordia
Runner-Up - Lee County
48th District
54th District
57th District
Champion - Wayne County
Champion - Hazard
Champion - Johnson Central
Runner-Up - Southwestern
Runner-Up - Perry Central
49th District
55th District
53rd District Champion - Letcher Central Runner-Up - Knott Central 54th District Champion - Perry Central Runner-Up - Leslie County
47th District Champion - Casey County Runner-Up - Somerset 48th District Champion - Southwestern Runner-Up - Wayne County
Champion - Clay County Runner-Up - North Laurel 50th District Champion - Barbourville Runner-Up - Lynn Camp 51st District Champion - Corbin Runner-Up - Whitley County
Champion - Breathitt County
Runner-Up - Jackson County
Runner-Up - Harlan
GIRLS
Champion - Clay County
58th District
Champion - Bell County
49th District
Runner-Up - Magoffin County
55th District Champion - Breathitt County
International Week at OBI February 24 to February 28 was International Week at Oneida Baptist Institute. Each day students from a different continent shared information about their countries.
Runner-Up - Wolfe County
Runner-Up - Lawrence County 58th District Champion - Betsy Layne Runner-Up - Prestonsburg 59th District Champion - Shelby Valley Runner-Up - East Ridge 60th District Champion - Pike Central Runner-Up - Belfry
SPELLING BEE CHAMPS The 14th Annual District Spelling Bee was held on February 20 at Clay County High School. Contestants competed to be the best spellers in Clay County. Each county elementary school determined one champion and one runner-up for the primary level, grades 1 to 3, and the intermediate level, grades 4 to 6. The mid-
bard of Hacker Elementary won Runner-Up. Isabelle Sester of Manchester Elementary won The Clay County MidChampion in the Interdle School Champion mediate Division; Alicia was Jacob Hubbard. Davidson of Burning Hubbard will compete at Springs Elementary won the Kentucky Derby Runner-Up. Middle Festival in Louisville on School Champion was March 15. Jacob Hubbard of ExIn the Primary division, plorer Core; Tyler Coots Eugene Madden of of Skywalker Core won Oneida Elementary won Runner-Up. Champion; Jeremy Hibdle school determined champions and runnerups from each core.
OBI Raises Funds for Chad’s Hope
Longer School Days? School districts would have more flexibility in dealing with snow days and other events that require changes to the school calendar under legislation approved yesterday by the House Education Committee. House Bill 383, sponsored by Rep. Addia Wuchner, RFlorence, would maintain the same requirement for 1,062 instructional hours annually that schools have now. The minimum number of student instructional days would go from 175 to 170 annually, but school boards that have to to amend school calendars would be given the flexibility to adjust school days by 30 minutes or more if needed to ensure that they are meeting state requirements on student instruction. “It does not diminish or take away the 1,062 instructional hours that we require…but allows (districts) flexibility in planning their school calendar,” Wuchner said.
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The minimum school term of 185 days including student attendance days, teacher professional days, and school holidays - would not change if HB 383 becomes law. Wuchner and others testifying on the bill said the legislation would help schools that have lost student attendance days this winter due to bad weather. HB 383 would also prohibit a district from scheduling a student attendance day on election days. The bill would also clarify that the commissioner of education can waive up to 10 days from a school calendar when bad weather or other emergencies cause a district to create an approved alternate instructional plan so that no education is lost during that process. The bill now goes to the full House for further action. It would take effect immediately if it passes both the House and Senate and becomes law.
OBI's Baptist Campus Ministry sponsored a Silent Auction on February 21, 2014 and raised $680 for Chad's Hope, a local charity.
FREE GED CLASSES OFFERED Anyone interested in completing their GED is encouraged to take advantage of free, one-on-one, GED education through Red Bird Mission. The mission will pay readiness testing fees, and GED testing fees, as funds are available. GED classes will be offered every Monday from 8 am to 2 pm, starting March 17, 2014. Classes will take place at the Community Outreach Adult Education Suite. Residents can sign up at the Community Outreach Office. Call 606-598-0520 for more information.
Clay County Chronicle STATS DEEDS $2.50 – Collins Fork, William and Teresa Fields to Robert Wayne and Betty Jo Sandlin, 2-18-14. NA – Bales Creek, Fannie Mae and Federal National Mortgage to Delbert J. Smith, 2-14-14. NA – Nannie Bowling to Jennings Bowling, 2-14-14. $30 – Fox Hollow and Charlie Sizemore Rd., Larry and Bonnie Sue Hacker to Delbert and Janet Smith, 2-18-14. NA – Paces Creek, Ray and Connie Hooker to James and Tiffany Murphy, 2-13-14. NA – HWY 421, two tracts, Lannie Jean and Elmer Perkins to Lannie Jean Elmer Perkins, survivorship deed, 213-14. NA – HWY 2467 Goose Creek, Wilson Jackson to Rodney Wilson Jackson, 2-18-14. $54 – Reed Branch of Laurel Creek, Kentucky Mountain Housing to Justin and Brittany Bishop, 2-13-14. NA – Crane Creek, Vanderbilt Mortgage and Phyllis Robinson, et al, to Vanderbilt Mortgage, Master Commissioner Deed, 12-13-2014.
Charles Henson – possession of controlled substance 1st degree, drug paraphernalia, possession of controlled substance 3rd degree 1st offense. Thomas Patterson – possession of conLAWSUITS trolled substance 3rd degree 1st ofRazor Capital, LLC vs. Jennifer R. Jor- fense, public intoxication. dan. Carlo Pennington – operating on a susCalvary SPVI, LLC vs. George Duff, pended license, improper parking. Jr. Thomas Patterson – executed warrant. Asset Acceptance, LLC vs. Angela Kris Williams – no/expired registration May. plate, no registration receipt, failure of Tina Napier vs. Audrey Swafford, et owner to maintain required insurance. al. Winston Smallwood – no/expired regCurtis Burkhart vs. Estate of Kathy istration plate, no registration receipt. Brumley, et al. Crystal Henson – executed warrant. Daryll Stewart vs. Shannon Lon, et al. Teddy Smallwood – disorderly conLVNV Funding vs. Leonard Collins. duct. Axton Candy and Tobacco Co., LLC Joan White – no/expired registration vs. Grand Slam Tobacco. MARRIAGES plate, no registration receipts, failure of owner to maintain required insurBridgett Lynn Jackson, 25, X-ray tech, ance. SHERIFF REPORT to Luther Scott Jordon, 38, surface miner, 2-14-14. James Hart – violation of EPO/DVO Michael Couch – served warrant. order. Elizabeth Carol Gray, 25, laundry, to Walter Hoskins – public intoxication. Bobby Joe Wombles, 39, NA, 2-15-14. Alvina Marcum – theft by unlawful Douglas W. Reid – serving warrant for taking (shoplifting). Jacqueline Renee Smith, 22, Wal other agency. Mart, to Bobby Dylan Sizemore, 26, Jessica Davidson – failure to wear seat Myles Rogers – criminal trespassing student, 2-18-14. belt, no operators license. 1st degree, theft by unlawful taking. Candace Renee Duff, 20, Xerox, to Timothy Stewart – failure to wear seat Joshua Wayne Taylor, Wal-Mart, 2belt. POLICE REPORT 15-14. Jerry Lee Roark – theft by unlawful Alex Sumner – operating on a susWendy Lee Davidson, 18, NA, to Jotaking (shoplifting x3, different locaseph Aaron Bishop, 22, NA, 2-14-14. pended license, failure to produce intions), executed warrant. surance card, disregarding traffic Ashley Bridgett Harris, 31, NA, to Ernestine Jackson – executed warrant. control device. Jack Trenity, 20, Gott Caulking, 2-9Raleigh Eldrige – executed warrant, Tiffany Deaton – public intoxication 14. fleeing/evading police on foot 2nd deStephanie Lynn Rowland, 40, student, controlled substance, resisting arrest. gree, resisting arrest. Eugene Rawlings – no/expired registo Calvin Roark, 40, NA, 2-1-14. Misty Smith – assault 4th degree dotration plate, no registration receipt, mestic violence, resisting arrest. failure to wear seat belt. Andrew Jackson – executed warrant. Jessica Ranee Caudill, 24, Wal-Mart, to Brian Calvin Wright, 28, Wal-Mart, 2-7-14.
Megan Rethmeyer – no operators license, failure of owner to maintain required insurance. William Leach – operating ATV on roadway. Jimmy D. Jackson – executed warrant. Kenneth Murrel – no/expired registration receipt, failure of owner to maintain required insurance, failure to wear seat belt, failure to notify Department of Transportation of address change, no operator license. Kelly Hoskins – theft by unlawful taking (shoplifting), criminal trespassing 3rd degree. John Wayne Smith – public intoxication, resisting arrest, criminal trespassing 3rd, disorderly conduct 2nd. Michael Mullins – executed warrant. Rubin W. Estep – no/expired registration plate, no registration receipt, improper turning, license to be in possession. David Bray – failure to wear seat belt. Amy Collet – no/expired registration plate, no registration receipt, failure to wear seat belt.
JAIL RELEASES Adam Walker 2-15-14, Misty Smith 2-16-14, Alicia Wagers 2-15-14, George Kenneth Wagers 2-18-14, Patricia Lynn Sams 2-13-14, Kendall Sizemore 2-16-14, Douglas Reid 2-1614, Murray M. Rogers 2-14-14, Ashley D. Rucker 2-19-14, Alvina Mae Marcom 2-13-14, Freddie Patterson 2-1414, Walter Hoskins 2-14-14, Teddy Smallwood 2-15-14, Terry Sizemore 2-18-14, Tracy N. Sizemore 2-17-14, Gilbert Wade Henson 2-12-14, Ronnie Henson 2-19-14, Kelly J. Hoskins 216-14, A.C. Henson 2-19-14, Charles Henson 2-13-14, Amy Fultz 2-13-14, James Hart 2-18-14, Norma Davidson 2-18-14, Carl Edward Deaton 2-13-14, Dana Ball 2-14-14, Michael Couch 2-14-14
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Clay County Chronicle COLUMNS Right or Wrong?
Dear Bob,
Shame on you Bob! Have you been sleeping through all those sermons? Where's the brotherly love? OCD, obsessive-compulsive disorder, is a serious and sad condition. If fines could cure it, I'm guessing there'd be a lot of drug company shareholders kicking themselves about now. Stop lining your own pockets with dollar bills and try being understanding of your poor brother. He's locked in a bad world. His family will have to Dear Reverend Roberta, learn patience. And you must find much, much kinder ways to live with My family goes to church every Sunday, so I know right from wrong. his behaviors. A good Church-going brother would get on the Internet But my Aunt tells me I'm doing something I shouldn't and I just don't himself and read about OCD, then do what he could to make Chad's life understand how that can be. My brother Chad does lots of really an- easier, not harder. And by the way, noying things like washing his hands three cheers for that wise Aunt of over and over and opening and clos- yours. Listen to her, Bob! ing a box 'till you just can't stand it. Dear Reverend Roberta, Mom told our doctor and we come I went to visit my friend Louise. I to find out that there's a medicine always take my little dog with me, Chad can take that'll make him not but I don't know what came over my do that so much. But he won't take it. He says he read all about the side Buttons this time. While we were effects on the Internet. So whenever talking he must've gone into her bedroom and got hold of a slipper. By he gets weird I make him pay me a dollar. That's a good thing, right? I'm the time I found him that slipper was all torn up. Louise didn't make a fuss just trying to get Chad to take his about it. She's just a good person. I medicine? apologized over and over and Louise Brother Bob kept on saying that I shouldn't worry by Reverand Roberta
by Lisa Bourque
Bug Out Bags Bug out bags, a.k.a B.O.B.'s, are basically backpacks that are supposed to provide you with 3 basic needs for a 72 hour period, in the event of a disaster that forces you to leave your home. This bag is to be packed and ready to grab at a moments notice. You hear and read a lot about these bags, and some sites suggest you basically pack the pantry, medicine cabinet and the camping department of your local big box store. Obviously, that is not going to be practical if needing to flee your home in the case of a disaster. I have compiled a list of basic needs and must haves for your b.o.b. As I said before, you need to cover 3 basic needs: food, shelter and clothing. The guidelines to packing your bag are for it to be no more than 25% of your total body weight. So keep it simple. This is for emergencies, not a vacation. Leave the laptops and kindles at home. For clothing, I would suggest a change of socks, pants (preferably not blue jeans) and an extra sweater or t-shirt, depending on the time of year. Wear something on your feet most suitable for the terrain you are headed to. Your food should have already been packed in your bag for a quick getaway, so that would mean things like granola bars, beef jerky, energy bars, pre cooked canned meats, dried fruit and nuts and water. You can't carry 3 gallons of water, the recommended amount per person for 3 days, so bring water purification tablets. Your shelter could be a small tent or tarp, but make sure to bring something that comes between you and the ground also. You will not sleep, or possibly survive, if you are soaking wet. If you have room for a blanket, bring that too.
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a bit about it. But after I got home I started to feel bad that I didn't offer to pay her for what Buttons ruined. Should I have given Louise some money? Button's Belle Dear Belle, Yes, you should have offered to pay for the slippers, 'though I'm pretty sure Louise would not have accepted. You're a lucky lady to have such a good friend. First off, she welcomes you and your dog. Not many people are as gracious. And when she loses a slipper, she won't let you give it a second thought. Still, Louise still needs her slippers. You go right out now and buy her a new pair, nice ones, the kind she wears, and take them over there. (Hopefully, you know or can guess her size.) Next time little Buttons visits anybody, let them know that it might be best if they close the bedroom doors while you're there. Better yet, work with Buttons and help him learn what he can and can't chew. It's not a dog's fault when his caregiver hasn't trained him as well as he could and should be trained. This is coming from a Reverend with a little rescue dog who isn't quite housebroken, and this after 5 months with her. ~sigh~
All Creatures Great & Small
by Hattie Dutton
CLEAN OUT BIRDHOUSES It was an especially hard winter and we've all longed for spring, but you might not have noticed when spring finally got here. It arrived before the snow melted. The birds announced it. Mornings were quiet, sounds muffled by the snow. Then suddenly, the air was filled with birdsong. It's as if the birds were chirping and chattering and warbling spring here. Now's the time to celebrate the coming of this beautiful season by providing nesting places for your backyard friends.
Cedar is the best choice of material for a birdhouse. It is rot resistant and weathers to a natural silver gray. If a birdhouse is painted with a dark paint, it can absorb heat and lead to the death of the babies. Houses should be thoroughly cleaned once a year in the fall or early winter. (Don't use soap. Just brush away any dirt.) For ease of cleaning, a good birdhouse will have a hinge or a slideout bottom.
The dimension of the birdhouse and the size of the entrance hole are important and will determine what bird will choose to use which house. The House Wren is a favorite for his sweet, bubbling chatter. To give this little bird a nesting place, choose a house with a 1 1/8-inch hole, no larger. This entrance size will keep out sparrows and larger birds. Try to put your wren house up as early as you can. If possible, have a clean birdhouse ready by late winter. If It isn't difficult to choose a birdhouse for you had a pair of wrens nest in your blue birds and wrens, or nesting shelves house last year, take it down and remove for robins. You only need to know what the old nesting materials. the right type of nest box would be for the birds you would like to attract. Each The male House Wren arrives in the earbirdhouse must be designed for a partic- ly spring, before the female. He is a very ular type of bird and to hold only a sin- industrious suitor and may build as many as a dozen nests in his territory, gle nest. Purple martins may use the large birdhouses with multiple openings, calling for a mate while he works. When a female accepts his courtship, he takes but all the other birds must have a single-family dwelling. Also, birds are ter- her to each of the nests he has built, so that she may choose which one she preritorial during the breeding season, so you will usually see only one pair of any fers. Once she has chosen, like most one kind of bird nesting in one area. By women, his mate changes or even rebuilds the nest to her satisfaction. offering a variety of birdhouses, customized to the needs of individual speFemale wrens usually lay seven speckcies, you can welcome many different led eggs. The eggs will hatch after incukinds of birds to build their nests on bating for about two weeks and the your property. young will leave the nest in about another two weeks. House Wrens typically raise two broods a season and will not
use the same nest twice. If you provide more than one birdhouse for them, wrens will give you the pleasure of their company a second time. Sorry to say, male wrens are not monogamous and will sometimes attract a second female to use that extra house. Wrens build their nests in low trees and bushy shrubs, so hang your birdhouse six to ten feet above the ground, in or near a tree or shrub. You don't want to mount the birdhouse on the side of a tree, as this would give a squirrel or a cat an easy way up to the nest. Suspend the house with a few inches of wire so that it swings from the branch. If putting up two wren houses, space them 20 to 50 feet apart. Choose a location with partial sun and shade (but not deep shade) and be sure to hang the house with the entrance facing your viewing place, so that you can watch the little birds' comings and goings. Always monitor your birdhouses for undesirable birds and do your best to protect them from predators. Be patient. If you don't get a nest this year, a good quality birdhouse, clean and well placed, is sure to attract a mated pair of happy wrens next season. There are many sources of information online for making nesting places for birds of all species. With a bit of research and industry, you can create a sanctuary for wild birds and a peaceful sanctuary for yourself as well. "If you have men who will exclude any of God's creatures from the shelter of compassion and pity, you will have men who will deal likewise with their fellow Men." -- St. Francis of Assisi
Clay County Chronicle COLUMNS
KITCHEN ON THE CREEK by Lisa Bourque
Creamy Texture, Spicy Bite Chili I get a lot of requests for my white chicken chili recipe. I have finally actually written it down. We love its creamy texture and spicy bite!
Mimi's White Chicken Chili ● 1 - 28oz can of Original Style Rotel Tomatoes ● 2 - 15.5 oz cans of Cannellini Beans (white kidney beans), drained ● 2 - chicken breasts cooked and shredded ● 1 - 8oz package of cream cheese ● 2 - cups of shredded American or cheddar cheese ● 2 - TBSP of chili powder ● 2 - Tsp of cumin ● 1 - TBSP of minced garlic 1. In a deep skillet, over medium heat, add the Rotel tomatoes, chili powder, cumin and garlic and simmer for 10 min.
2. Add the cream cheese to the tomato mixture and stir until it's completely incorporated. 3. Add the chicken and beans and simmer another 5-10 min, stirring occasionally so the cheese doesn't stick to the bottom of the pan. 4. Add the shredded cheese and stir. If the mixture is too thick, thin it out with a bit of water. Turn the heat to low and simmer another 5 min, while stirring. I like to garnish mine with pickled jalapeno peppers and serve with tortilla chips. *If you'd like to make this a meatless meal, replace the chicken with a can of drained black beans and a can of drained corn.
deadliest such struggle east of the Mississippi. The City of Manchester and the Clay County Genealogical and Historical Society have teamed up to create one Historic Salt Works in Manchester of the most exciting historical sites in was established due to the presence eastern Kentucky with the reof many salt springs. Daniel Boone creation of the famous Goose Creek offered a plan to reroute the Salt Works at the site it occupied in Wildnerness Road to pass by the the mid-1790s. It was one of the headwaters of Goose Creek. The state's most important industries. production of salt led to Manchester This was also the site, in April 1807, becoming a major trade center. where the newly formed Clay During the Civil War and thereafter, County came into existence making the salt works became a point of the salt works the first county seat. It contention and led to long-term feuds was the center of government for the and skirmishes. The Baker-White huge territory of SE Kentucky that feud started in the 1820s and encompassed all the headwaters of continued until 1932. The feud the Kentucky River -- North Fork, claimed roughly 150 lives; the by Gary Barnby
Historic Salt Works
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(Continued from page 10) Other handy things to keep in your b.o.b are waterproof matches, a bandanna (can be used for many things from keeping the sun off your head, to covering your nose and mouth in case of fire), a small first aid kit, a flashlight, 3 days worth of medications, pet food if you have pets, a sharp knife, feminine products, toothbrush and paste, dryer lint for fire starter, a handgun and some rope. Most of these things will do you no good if they are wet, in the event of rain or having to cross water, so keep everything you can in sealed bags. This is a very basic list and could help you survive for 72 hours in the wilderness. Let's hope we never need to use our b.o.b.'s, but just in case, it's better to be ready for it. It's no different than having a fire extinguisher in the house; it could save your life.
Middle Fork, and South Fork -and their tributeries, including adjacent Goose Creek. The site was situated squarely on the famous Warrior's Path, the early Indian trail used by Kentucky's first explorers, including Dr. Thomas Walker who passed by the site in 1750, and Daniel Boone in 1769. The cabins at Goose Creek Salt Works include Cotton Cabin, one of the oldest log cabins in Kentucky dating from the 1790s, around the time the salt works started producing salt commercially. Interpretive signs lead visitors through the entire history of the site.
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Clay County Chronicle LETTERS & OP EDS Call On Utilities to Work With Customers Facing Large Gas or Electric Bills by Andrew Melnykovych This winter’s severe and unrelenting cold has left many Kentucky electric and gas customers facing unprecedented high bills for heating their homes. Many of those customers have now received two monthly bills that are far larger than usual. Customers on fixed or limited incomes who struggle to pay their bills in a normal winter will be facing even greater hardships. Others may encounter difficulties for the first time.
form your customers of sources of heating assistance and help them in obtaining such aid. Because budget billing programs are a valuable tool in managing energy costs, we ask that you place renewed emphasis on educating your customers about the advantages of balanced payment plans and encourage their participation in your utility’s plan.
Finally, we remind you that this Commission has consistently supported the expansion of energy efficiency programs. We Therefore, the Kentucky Public continue to believe such programs offer the best way to conService Commission is asking trol energy consumption during that utility companies work periods of extreme weather. The with your customers to help them through this difficult time. PSC hopes that utilities in KenWe encourage you to be as flex- tucky will continue to search for ible as possible, within the con- opportunities to expand their straints of your tariffs and PSC offerings of cost-effective enerregulations, in avoiding discon- gy efficiency programs to their customers. nections and in allowing customers to make arrangements to We thank you for your cooperaextend their payments. We also tion. request that you continue to in-
Thanks For Featuring Animals To the Editor, Thank you so much for featuring the adoptable animals in your newspaper. Rescue groups and animal shelters need all the help we can get in finding forever homes for the dogs and cats thrown away by irresponsible people. Hopefully some homeless animals will find responsible, loving families as a result of your efforts. Trish Kennel
Cigarette Butts Are Litter To the Editor, Recently I noticed dozens of cigarette butts outside the entrance of a department store. Most people would toss other types of rubbish in the nearby trash cans, but many smokers apparently don’t think of cigarette butts as litter. It is estimated that several trillion cigarette butts are littered worldwide every year. That's billions of cigarettes flicked, one at a time, on our sidewalks, nature trails, gardens, and other public places every single day. In fact, cigarettes are the most littered item in America and the world. Cigarette filters are made of cellulose acetate, a form of plastic, NOT COTTON, and they can take decades to degrade. Not only does cigarette litter ruin even the most picturesque setting, but the toxic residue in cigarette filters is damaging to the environment, and littered butts cause numerous fires every year, some of them fatal.
Recently Discovered
Cigarette butts also present a threat to wildlife. Cigarette filters have been found in the stomachs of fish, birds, mammals, whales and other marine creatures who mistake them for food.
To the Editor,
What happens after that butt gets casually flicked onto the street, nature trail, or sidewalk? Typically wind and rain carry the cigarette into the water supply, where the toxic chemicals the cigarette filter was designed to trap leak out into aquatic ecosystems, threatening the quality of the water and many aquatic life forms.
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Clay County Chronicle OBITUARIES Mr. Eugene Stewart Eugene Stewart, 62, passed away Saturday March 1st, at the Hyden Manor Nursing Home in Hyden. He is survived by the following Children: Eugene Moose Stewart Jr., Brian Keith Stewart, Tammy Sue Sizemore, Rebecca Lynn Hensley and husband Lonnie, and Karen Carbajal. He is also survived by the following brothers and sisters: Mary Byrd, Pauline Davidson, Audrey Barrett, Josephine Bowling, Henry Burchell Stewart, Darrell Stewart, Bill Jo Stewart, Eddie Ray Stewart, and Mary Ann Reid. He also leaves the following grandchildren and great grandchildren: Lonnie Dale Hensley, Jr, and wife Heather, Amber Desiree' Hensley, Ryan Nathaniel Hensley, Austin Eugene Sizemore, Chasity Ann Sizemore, Chad Allen, Heather Allen, Tory Foster, and Nevaeh Foster. He is preceded in death by his parents Geoffrey and Zelda Stewart. The Funeral Service will be held 1 PM Wednesday March 5th, at the Britton Funeral Home Chapel with Jeff Combs officiating. Burial will follow in the Johnny Martin Cemetery at Oneida. Visitation will be after 6 PM Tuesday at the Britton Funeral Home.
Mr. Jessie Boyd Stewart Jessie Boyd Stewart, 57, of Manchester passed away Thursday February 27th, at the Manchester Memorial Hospital. He is survived by his wife Delphia Stewart and the following children: Dustin Stewart, Daniel Stewart, David Stewart, Danny Wayne Stewart, and Jessie Lyn Stewart and Husband Tiburcio Hernandez Bautista. He is also survived by the following brothers and sisters: Elly Falls, David Stewart, and Dennis Stewart all of Manchester, and Joyce Wagers and Husband Dillard and Willie Mae Rogers and Husband Robert Wayne, as well as one special granddaughter Deanea Lou Ann Jones. He is preceded in death by his parents Cloyd and Stella Stewart, one daughter Joyce Stewart Jones, and one brother David Stewart. The Funeral Service will be held 2 PM Monday at the Urban Creek Holiness Church with Carmen Brewer, Jessie Henson, and James Wagers officiating. Burial will follow in the Bishop Falls Cemetery at Fall Rock. Visitation will be after 6 PM Saturday and Sunday at the Urban Creek Holiness Church.
D.D. Smith D.D. Smith, 72, of Manchester, was born October 19th, 1942, and passed away Monday, February 24th, 2014 at his home. He is survived by his wife Mary Smith of Ham Hollow, and these children, Isom Smith and wife Losie, Dicky Smith and wife Elsie, Isom Darrell Smith and wife Jackie, Donna Eversole and husband Troy, Lorene Bowling and husband Randall, Debra Henson, Lorretta Lawson, Lorraine Hisel and husband Roy, 15 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren, all of Manchester. He is also survived by one brother C.P. Smith of Gooserock, and two sisters, Kathleen Couch of Little Goose, and Ruth Smith of Manchester. He also leaves a host of other relatives and friends to mourn his death. Funeral services for D.D. Smith will be held 10AM Thursday at the Britton Funeral Home chapel with Ronnie Brown officiating. Burial will follow in the Smith Cemetery on Ham Hollow. Visitation will be after 6PM Wednesday at the Britton Funeral Home.
Nathan Delmas Jackson Nathan Delmas Jackson, 22 of Big Creek passed away Saturday February 22nd, 2014 at the Manchester Memorial Hospital. He is survived by his wife Shaina Jackson, his daughter Aubrie Jackson, his parents Delmas and Judy Jackson and one sister Ashley Wagers and husband Chris all of Big Creek. He is also survived by his grandmother
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Ruth Jackson of Manchester and 4 aunts and 2 uncles as well as a host of other relatives and friends. He is preceded in death by his grandparents G.C. Jackson and Robert and June Ford. The Funeral Service will be held 2 PM Thursday February 27th, 2014 at the Couch's Fork Church of God with Kevin Napier and Tom Denman officiating. Burial will follow in the General Bowling Cemetery at Marcum. Visitation will be after 5 PM Wednesday at the Church.
Mr. Paul Robinson
Mr. Paul Robinson, age 80 of Manchester, departed this life on Wednesday, February 26, 2014 at the University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington, Kentucky. He was born on Thursday, March 2, 1933 in Clay County, Kentucky to the union of Allen and Ethel Anderson Robinson. He was a farmer and a veteran of the Korean Conflict. He leaves to mourn his passing his wife: Bobbie Robinson of Manchester, his son: Allan E. RobinMs. Pauline Woods son and Sonya of Manchester, his daughter: Paula Jo Creech and Bobby of Manchester, his grand Pauline Woods, 86, of Manchester passed away boys: Forester Robinson, Skyler Robinson, Austin Friday February 21st, 2014. She is survived by Robinson, Trenton Paul Creech and Trevor one son Woodrow "Dick" Woods, Jr. and wife Creech. Also surviving is his brother: Dallas RobCarol of Goose Rock, and 3 grandchildren: Jeff inson and his twin sister: Pauline Doyle. He is preWoods and wife Kristy, Mark Woods and wife Angie and Judy Woods of Goose Rock. She is al- ceded in death by his parents: Allen and Ethel so survived by the following great grand children: Robinson, 1 sister: Bessie Murray and 3 brothers: Berlon Robinson, Burton Robinson, and Bentley Hannah Woods, Lydia Woods, Dylan Woods, Robinson. Funeral Services for Mr. Paul Robinson Taylor Woods, Kayla Woods, Logan Gabbard, will be conducted on Saturday, March 1, at 2 PM and Gracie Gabbard. She is preceded in death by at the Rominger Funeral Home Chapel. Rev. her husband Woodrow Woods, her son Eugene Woods, her parents John D. and Betty Stacy Sum- Frank Peters will be officiating. Burial will follow ner, and 4 brothers and 2 sisters. The Funeral Ser- in the Cress Cemetery in the Robinson Creek vice will be held 1 PM Tuesday February 25th, at Community. Visitation will be held on Saturday after 11 AM at the Rominger Funeral Home Chathe Britton Funeral Home with Charlie Hubbard officiating. Burial will follow in the Woods Ceme- pel. tery at Goose Rock. Visitation will be after 6 PM Submit obituaries for free to Monday at the Britton Funeral Home. news@ClayCountyChronicle.com.
Are We Miserable? Kentucky is the second most miserable state in the tions on topics nation, according to a new study. West Virginia is such as physithe only other state more miserable. cal and emo"This report should cause us to have a moment of tional health, healthy behavpause and reflect about our own personal happiiors, work enness and well-being, as well as those around us," vironment, said Dr. Mike Davis of Clay County. social and The Gallup-Healthways Well-Being Index points community to hunger and unhealthy habits in making Kenfactors, finantucky residents so sad. Lack of jobs and drug cial security, abuse compound the poor mental health of Com- and access to monwealth residents. necessities such as food, "The findings in the report are not as startling as one would first suspect, since we have long under- shelter and healthcare. stood that a lack of economic opportunity causes personal and familial distress,� said Davis. “When Kentucky combined with high levels of poverty and a low ranked 49th in levels of education attainment, we can identify Life Evaluasome of the causes that lead to a state of unhappi- tion, Emotionness." al Health, Physical When these conditions do not improve over an extended period of time, a feeling of helplessness Health and Healthy Behaviors. The state ranked 25th in Work can result. Environment, and 41st in Basic Access. "Martin Seligman, renowned Psychologist, is bestAccording to James E. Pope, M.D., senior vice known for his theory of learned helplessness," president at Healthways, both measuring and imstated Davis. "Learned helplessness is thought to proving well-being are becoming increasingly imbe the psychological reaction to a persistent state portant to governments, communities, healthcare of negative consequences, and an inability to organizations and employers. move forward with action to any positive consequence (giving up)." For a community, the achievement of higher wellbeing for its citizens creates an advantage for ecoDavis remarked that pessimism can be a destructive force within people and it crowds out the op- nomic development and job creation. For employers, it means greater productivity and better health portunity to enjoy, appreciate, and celebrate the many blessings we do have. His signature motto is in the workforce and families, resulting in better "Optimism is the energy that fuels the Psyche". He business performance. For individuals, it simply encourages individuals to see the good and possi- means living well, longer. ble in life, and to not dwell on the negative and "There is no quick fix nor magic potion to resolve impossible things outside of their control. these long standing issues within a week, month, "Negativity seems to be as contagious as the flu," or even a year," stated Dr. Davis, "but rather a lonsaid Dr. Davis. "A more positive minded disposi- gitudinal approach to stabilizing and diversifying tion, with a more lighted mood, can lead to a more our local economies. Doing so will help people satisfying life and improve emotional well being." experience economic mobility which can, in and of itself, become fulfilling and lead to higher levWhile rates of depression are higher than the naels of contentment." tional average in Eastern Kentucky, the AppalaNorth Dakota was determined to be the happiest chian areas are not alone in their misery. Fewer state in the nation, followed by South Dakota, Nethan 60 percent of respondents in the Commonbraska, Minnesota, Montana, Vermont, Colorado, wealth stated they eat well every day, coming in Hawaii, Washington and Iowa. last of all 50 states. Coming in 9th in the US, 30 percent of Kentuckians are obese, according to the Certain states stand out for specific well-being study. achievements, as reported by their residents. Colorado, for example, is always at or near the best in More than 178,000 interviews nationwide fueled the analysis, which examined Americans’ percep- the nation for the lowest obesity rate. Utah has the
lowest smoking rate. Massachusetts residents have had the greatest access to health insurance in all six years that the rankings have occurred. New Jersey has the lowest levels of depression, and people in Vermont eat more produce than people in any other state. "States that score high in well-being have achieved success in creating environments where people can live their best lives, something that goes far beyond physical wellness and traditional health risk factors," explained Dan Witters, research director of the Well-Being Index. "Individuals in these states are motivated to achieve their goals, enjoy what they do each day, feel safe and financially secure, have pride in their communities, and have the supportive relationships and good health they need to get things done each day." "Comparatively speaking, the difference between states is not as notable as the fact that so much room for improvement still exists, even for the top states," said Ben R. Leedle, Jr., president of Healthways. "Steady improvement in well-being is indeed possible even where well-being is already strong. Consumers have made the connection between lifestyles and behaviors, and between quality of life and longevity. Strong leadership and proven solutions that identify opportunities, break down barriers and encourage sustained consumer engagement in well-being improvement activities are the key to community, organizational and individual transformation."
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CLAY COUNTY ELECTION GUIDE MANCHESTER MAYOR Manchester incumbent Mayor, George Saylor, will run against James Ed Garrison and Barbara White Colter.
CITY COUNCIL City Council Members seeking re-election are Betty Smith Meredith, Fred Rogers, Deanne Hensley, Dr. James C. Rice, Maretta “Penny” Robinson and John Edd Pennington. In addition, Ryan Smith, Esther Thompson, Claude Davis, James “Jamey” Mills and Darnell Hipsher will run for Council. The top eight vote getters will win a council seat.
CLAY COUNTY County Clerk Michael Baker, County Attorney Clay M. Bishop Jr., PVA Administrator Philip Moberly and Coroner Danny Finley are unopposed.
JUDGE EXECUTIVE Judge Executive Joe Asher will run against Republicans Kevin Jackson, Steve Mobley, Tommy Harmon, Clay Russell White and Mark Anthony Jackson in the May Primary. The winner will compete against Independent Wesley Coleman Whitehead and Democrat Jackie Jones in the November election.
SHERRIFF Incumbent Sheriff Kevin Johnson's competition in the May Primary will be Clarence Sizemore, Larry “Red” Smith and Wendell Keen. The winner will run against Democrat Bob Loren in November.
JAILER Incumbent Jailer Kenny Price will not seek reelection. Terry Davidson, Danny “Big D” Reid, Donald “Cush” Jones, Jason Combs, Linda Smallwood, Roger Webb, Charles G. Harris and Edd Jordan will seek the position.
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