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SEPTEMBER 2, 2014

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Y-Hollow Scammers Arrested Florida business men, believed to have scammed the City of Manchester with a fictitious recycling factory project to be built at Y-Hollow, may finally be held responsible. David R. Bennett, Daniel R. Goodwin, Sidney A. Tarrant and Izhar H. Syed have been charged with conspiracy and five counts of mail fraud.

would bring over 1,400 jobs to Clay County at an average wage of $15.45 an hour. The City of Manchester purchased a defunct coal-loading facility property for the factory and paid engineering and other fees associated with the project. The 448 acre Y-Hollow land cost the city $900,000, purchased from a company headed by Circuit Clerk James Phillips that had acquired the property for $138,750 in 1996.

In 2009, the Waste Not Technologies (WNT) company approached the City of Manchester with a plan to create a A groundbreaking ceremony for the factory was held in factory that would turn garbage into building materials, December 2009. But the $150 million, 800,000 square feet shipping pallets, insulation and other products. The factory factory never came. (See page 2)

Another successful Cruisin’ In The Park took place on Sunday, August 24. The monthly event is hosted on the fourth Sunday of each month, 1 pm to 4 pm, May thru October at Rawlings/Stinson Park in Manchester. P2

COUNTY PLANNING ELK MOUNTAIN CAMPGROUND

TACO BELL IN MANCHESTER

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The Clay County Fiscal Court is planning to create an RV park on Elk Mountain in Clay County, located 12 miles and 15 minutes east of downtown Manchester on the new State Road 843 off the Hal Rogers Parkway.

Taco Bell is returning to Manchester. Construction will begin soon off the bypass next to the liquor store. The fast food Mexican restaurant will employ 35 to 40 people; 4 to 5 managers and 30 to 40 crew members.

WashWorld Tunnel Car Wash of Manchester, located at 20 Phillips Hill Drive, is now open 9 am to 6 pm Monday through Saturday. P5

Judge Executive, Joe Asher, has been working to transform a 15 acre plot on the mountain into a camping destination equipped for 20 to 25 campers. The acreage is owned by the county. The fiscal court has been in discussions to purchase additional acreage on the mountain.

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The county owns only 15 acres of the Elk Mountain property. The remainder of the property is controlled by then Elk Mountain Industrial Board, consisting of members from Clay, Leslie and Knox counties. Two of those counties are required to approve sales of any acreage.

"I will be doing interviews soon for the Taco Bell," stated Mark Woolum, General Manager, "primarily for management from assistants to shift leaders. I will be recruiting crew members later. All management must be able to provide or partake a drug test and pass it. Management experience or business degree preferred."

Board members are selected by the county judge executives, with the judges acting as ex-officiate members without a vote.

Resumes can be emailed to Woolum at shonoff123@yahoo.com.

The county has already added restrooms at the location, as well as an outbuilding for horse trail riders to use as a staging area. A concrete tank is in place to water horses.

Woolum stated that a Walmart SuperCenter is also coming to Manchester in the near future.

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INCREASED WATER FEES PROPOSED Oneida Baptist students returned to campus last week for the 2014– 2015 school year. At the end of the week, there was a picnic with homemade desserts and a concert by the chapel praise team. P5

A special Manchester City Council meeting was held on Monday to create a draft ordinance regarding water fees. Changes were suggested in fees for water rates, connection services and penalties. The proposed changes will be discussed at the September 15 City Council meeting.

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Council reviewed a list of 1,195 bills written off as non collectable, totaling 135,681.83. The majority were from

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renters who moved and failed to pay their water bills.

raising water rates. If it is ineffective, water rates may need to be increased.

Current delinquent bills included 371 out of 4,600 water customers, the majority of which have been disconnected. Current fees do not cover the expense of turning the water on and off.

The proposed City of Manchester Water Ordinance Draft includes: $100 Connect Fee; $50 Transfer Fee; $100 Reconnect Fee; $35 Return Check Fee; $25 Additional Trip Fee; $250 Theft Charge. The bill would need to be paid in full and additional trip fees and equipment fees would apply.

The new ordinance is expected to address issues of non-payment without

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Memorial Hospital Forms Partnerships to Expand Heart Care Services Manchester Memorial Hospital (MMH), ARH Cardiology Associates and the University of Kentucky's Gill Heart Institute have partnered to offer Clay County and surrounding areas access to advanced cardiology services, it was announced last week.

“By working together, ARH, the UK Gill Heart Institute and Manchester Hospital have reaffirmed their commitments to providing the best healthcare possible – while at the same time making quality and life-saving heart care accessible on a local level,” Stivers said.

According to Erika Skula, Manchester Memorial Hospital CEO, as part of the partnership, Dr. Keerthana Karumbaiah, a general cardiologist, is now practicing at the Memorial Hospital and accepting patients at the Manchester Memorial Cardiology Clinic.

“I am glad that the people of Clay County and surrounding counties no longer have to travel to other areas for these services,” Stivers said. “The more we can provide locally, the better for our community.”

"We are excited about expanding our outpatient services in collaboration with ARH and the Gill Heart Institute. This allows us to offer quality heart care with convenience of location to our community and the surrounding areas,” Skula said. Robert Stivers, Kentucky Senate President, expressed his support for the partnership.

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Dr. Eli Capilouto, President of the University of Kentucky, said the partnership was a fitting reflection of the university's mission. “For nearly 150 years, we have been committed to finding solutions that shape a better future for the people and communities we serve as Kentucky’s land-grant and flagship institution.

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CRUISIN’ IN THE PARK Another successful Cruisin’ In The Park tool place on Sunday, August 24. The monthly event is hosted on the fourth Sunday of each month, 1 pm to 4 pm,

May thru October at Rawlings/Stinson Park in Manchester. The event features music, food, a Clay County Cruisers car show, contests, raffles and door prizes.

Presented by Clay County Cruisers, Cruisin’ In The Park draws thousands of people, spending thousands of dollars, to Clay County each year.

Additional details are online at ClayCountyKentucky.org. See additional photos on the Clay County Kentucky Facebook page.

Improving School Attendance & Change in Clay On Monday, August 25, Manchester Mayor George Saylor signed a proclamation for National Attendance Awareness Month. Mayor Saylor recognized the month of September as a time for students, schools, families and the community to support efforts to encourage good school attendance.

demic trouble and might eventually drop out. It isn’t only high school students who are at risk; poor attendance can begin as early as preschool or kindergarten. Students who miss school early fall behind on reading skills. Studies have shown that if students aren’t reading on grade level in third grade, they’re likely to continue falling behind as they get older.

Berea College Promise Neighborhood is providing signs and posters to the local schools that encourage good attendance. The Promise Neighborhood Academic Specialists in the schools also play an important role in helping students and their families understand the importance of being in school “I work closely with my students every day so I know when they miss. The day after they miss I always acknowledge that they were absent, ask why, and encourage them to come to school,” said Jenna Lawson, Academic Specialist at Oneida Elementary. “If they have missed multiple days in a row or in a week, I give them a call or send a letter home to see what's going on and how I can help. I always acknowledge good attendance and I understand that there are

One role anyone can play in encouraging school attendance is to build relationships with young people. Students are more likely to go to school if they know someone cares. Positive relationships with family, neighbors, teachers, mentors, coaches or other caring adults can help students overcome attendance barriers.

some situations beyond the student's control.” According to Attendance Works, as many at 7.5 million, or 10 to 15 percent, of students nationwide miss nearly a month of school every year. Chronic absenteeism signals that a student will have aca-

Y-Hollow Scammers (From page 1) Rumors began to circulate in early 2010, when little progress had been made at the property, that the city had been scammed. WNT offered a variety of excuses. In April 2010, WNT officials attended a city council meeting to reassure the community that the project was going forward and it was not a scam. But no progress was ever made following the meeting. WNT then went out of business and out of touch with Manchester. It was later discovered the company had more than a dozen lawsuits filed against it.

If you’re able to help take a child to school when the parent cannot, let the family know. When interacting with students, ask them about school. Let them know the important role it played in your life. Contact your local school to see how else you can help.

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scammers as assurance that it could complete the work. The company received a $3 million check at the groundbreaking ceremony, but it bounced. The Manchester mayor at the time, Carmen Webb Lewis, stated religion was used to coerce the city into signing off on the project. The community was told the Lord instructed WNT to build the factory in Manchester. Lewis lost a race for re-election in 2010. Current Mayor George Saylor feels the scam was part of an effort to court investors by making it seem the company had secured large projects.

Multiple lawsuits were filed against the city by companies that provided work at the site but were never paid. One lawsuit totaled $500,000.

Last week, Assistant U.S. Attorney Adam C. Reeves requested warrants to have four members of company arrested and brought to Kentucky.

The company hired to do excavation at the site, Elza Construction, declared bankruptcy...unable to pay a $1.9 million loan to finance the excavation. Elza Construction was to be paid $44 million for the work. It had wired $1.32 million to the alleged

A judgment of $1.32 million is being sought. Mail-fraud charges could bring a 20 year prison sentence. Wire-fraud charges include two money wire transfers, and an email and fax making false assurances.

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Owsley County Elementary School is now using mondoboards as part of their Next Generation Classroom.

class learning opportunities to a diverse student population of approximately 400 students in grades Kindergarten through 6. The school Large, bright touchscreens interface has recently underwent a technology and collaboration applications inspirupgrade which will bring students ing students to interact and learn. The access to an almost infinite variety of technology allows the classroom to 21st century learning skills, activities, become a more collaborative environand opportunities. ment. The use of a variety of technology Students become active participants support programs such as Study Isin their own learning, not passive parland, Carnegie Math, Ticket to Read ticipants. and others help engage students in Owsley County Elementary School learning. strives to provide high quality world-

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Memorial Hospital Expands Heart Care Services (From page 1) The

India and completed her internal medicine residency at the SUNY Upstate Medical University, Syracuse, New York. She has also completed her cardiology fellowship at University of South Alabama Medical Center, Mobile, Alabama. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Karumbaiah, call 606598-4500.

expert medical care provided through this partnership is guided by that same philosophy,” Capilouto said. Dr. Michael Karpf, UK Executive Vice President for Health Affairs, emphasized that providing cardiac services close to home was in the best interest of patients and their families. "It has long been our goal to be Kentucky's resource for highly complex quaternary care, so that patients don't have to go out of state for the best treatments available. But it makes the most sense for those same patients to be cared for locally whenever possible," Karpf said. "Our partnership with MMH and ARH Cardiology Associates makes this a reality for the people of Clay County and surrounding counties." ARH and the Gill Heart Institute joined forces last year in a collaboration aimed at improving access to tools for the diagnosis and treatment for cardiovascular diseases, according to Dr. Susan Smyth, director of the Gill Heart Institute. "What started as a conversation about how to provide the highest quality cardiovascular care locally has transformed into a healthy collaboration among these three institutions," Smyth said. “Quality cardiovascular care – available in close proximity to the patients we serve – is a critical need in the region and the Gill Heart Institute is proud to work with Manchester Memorial Hospital and Appa-

For more information visit www.manchester memorial.org.

lachian Regional Health in that effort.” Joe Grossman, ARH President and CEO, emphasized that the partnership builds upon the solid foundation of quality health care services already available in Clay County. “As ARH continues to grow the services we provide, we recognize the benefits of joining with other healthcare providers such as UK HealthCare and Manchester Memorial to strengthen the level and availability of care our patients are able to receive in their local communities,” Grossman said. “As a team, we are providing patients access to ARH’s exceptional medical professionals and UK’s comprehensive cardiovascular expertise and resources, while maintaining the familiarity of community health care providers.” Board certified in internal medicine and nuclear cardiology, Dr. Karumbaiah earned her medical degree at the Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute in

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Brock Named Player of the Week Even though lightning kept the Eagles from completing the entire game against the Harlan Green Dragons, it didn’t stop James Brock from having one of the best of his career.

a great crowd for opening night. Our next home game will be Homecoming September 5th, so make sure you come out and support our team.” There to deliver the honorary game ball was Hyden Citizens Bank’s Community Outreach & Business Development Officer, Joel Brashear. “I thought all of our boys played an outstanding game Friday night and James in particular with two big touchdown catches. It is early in the season, but we’re looking good so far.”

“James made some great plays Friday night; he really came to play! He had two touchdown receptions, made some kids miss tackles down field, had right around 100 yards for the game,” said Head Coach Eddie Melton. Melton was enthusiastic about Brock’s performance both on and off the field. “He really came to play, and that’s what we want out of a senior.” For his efforts, Brock was humble about his accomplishments. “I just work as hard as I can and try to lead by example. I figure if they see me doing it, they will as well. And that will lead to a win!” After the win over Harlan, Brock is looking forward to his last year as an Eagle. “We just want to keep the wins coming and show everyone around what this team is about.” And when asked about the Quarterback sending him the

football, Brock was overly complementary. “Kevin is just so disciplined. And such a hard worker. If he’s throwing good and we’re catching the ball, we’re pretty much unstoppable!” Shannon Crisp, Athletic Director at LCHS, was on hand for the presentation. “I just want to thank everyone who came out last week. We had

Clay Campground (From page 1) A timetable for completion of the RV park has not yet been set.

ing and horseback riding than industry.

Only one industry is located at the Elk Mountain is currently setup as a park on a 62-acre site. Formerly a 1,200 acre industrial park. The park plywood factory, the business now has struggled for years to find indus- cuts staves for barrel production. It plans to begin making barrels in the trial businesses to locate on the future. property.The mountain property is used more for elk viewing, off-road-

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And as for the Player of the week program, Brashear had this to say. “This is our second year of doing football and we’re adding cross country and volley ball this fall. I know the students here are really invested in the Player of the Week program and we at the bank love to sponsor it. We have a display in our Main Office lobby showing off the awards we gave out last school year. We’re really proud of our kids and this is a great way for us to showcase them and brag on them a little bit.”

Water Rates (From page 1) The case would also be referred to the county attorney for prosecution; $250 Damaged Equipment Fee; A bad leak would result in the water being turned off until the leak is repaired; Landlords would be required to report when a renter moves, within 14 days; Customers would be required to provide a rent receipt and picture ID to have water connected.

Scott Madden, City Attorney, stated the ordinance would also be applicable to residents outside the city limits. In addition to the ordinance, the city will secure a new escalator to replace an aging backhoe to maintain 600 miles of waterline. Currently the city rents an escalator.

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ANNUAL MOMMY & BABY FAIR

The annual Mommy & Baby Fair took place last week in Manchester to support new mothers and answer questions regarding pregnancy or the development of their newborn baby.

The event was held at EKU Manchester on Tuesday. Health information, free health screenings, Question & Answer sessions, refreshments, photo sessions, free

Complete Survey,Win iPad Berea College Promise Neighborhood has been working to improve education from cradle to career in Clay, Owsley and Leslie counties since 2012. The Neighborhood is now asking for your help in achieving its goal.

massages, give-aways and shopping were offered at the fair. An Information Area included several booths from community resources

such as Wellcare, WIC, the HANDS Programs, Helping Hand Adoption Agency, the Willowbrook Women’s Center and many others.

Owsley Scores Increase

into a drawing to win an iPad. One winner will be drawn from each county.

The Owsley County Board of Education announced exciting news last week about Owsley County ACT scores.

Owsley County High School ranked 3rd among 14 surrounding area counties for 2014 10th Grade PLAN Scores.

Berea Promise Neighborhood’s work is paid for by Federal Promise Neighborhood funds. Berea College has been awarded a five year REACH, a Promise Promise Neighborhood Neighborhood research Implementation grant and evaluation partner, from the U.S. Departis mailing paper surveys to a random ment of Education (2012- 2016) toselection of families in Clay, Owsley taling $59,932,934, 50% and Leslie counties this month. The ($29,966,467) Federal funds and survey is easy to complete and will 50% ($29,966,467) non-Federal help Promise Neighborhood with its funds. work. For more information about Promise The survey will include one dollar as Neighborhood, go to a thank you for completing it. Surhttp://www.berea.edu/esp/programs/ vey respondents will also be entered promise-neighborhood-program/.

Every content area increased, including English, Math, Reading and Science. A 1.9 increase in composite score was achieved as compared to last year.

Owsley County High School has had great growth the past few years and is now one of the leaders in Eastern Kentucky.

The faculty and staff of Owsley The largest increases were in reading County High School strive to ensure and science (2.1 / 2.0). The composite that every student receives a high score is the highest it has been in 5 quality education and is prepared to years. enter college or the workforce upon graduation. Owsley County High School was named a 2014 Proficient/Progressing The mission of Owsley County High School for the first time. School is to ensure that all students are taught to their fullest potential and District daily attendance average rose developed into life-long learners to 94.3% in 2014, the highest ever. through a competent and professional The Farm to School Program has staff using innovative teaching strategained state and national recognition. gies and involving the community.

Taco Bell in Manchester (From page 1) According to Woolum, who currently manages the Barbourville Taco Bell, he has volunteered to open the Manchester location. While no specific date has been set for construction to begin, Woolum said ground will be breaking soon. “You won't be able to miss the building going up. It should break ground soon.”

Yum! Brands, Inc., is the nation's leading Mexican-inspired quick service restaurant. Taco Bell serves made to order and customizable tacos, burritos and specialties. The company encourages customers to “Live Más,” both through its food and in ways such as its Feed the Beat® music program and nonprofit organization and the Taco Bell Foundation for Teens. Taco Bell, and its more than 350 franchise

Taco Bell Corp., a subsidiary of

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organizations, have nearly 6,000 restaurants across the United States that serve more than 36 million customers every week. Woolum stated that no county official or city official or politician is responsible for Taco Bell opening in Manchester. “Clearing up all the rumors about the election lies that are going around,” said Woolum, “I personally pointed my company in that direction.”

B+H Apothecary Opening The wait is over. B+H Apothecary is opening in Booneville. Following months of planning, promotion and construction, the new pharmacy opens on September 2nd.

Manchester schools were among several schools who visited Jackson County High School on Thursday for the Regional Farm to School Event 2014. Schools receiving awards for Farm to School Programs included Middlesboro High School, Central Elementary, Goose Rock Elementary, Burning Springs Elementary, Manchester Elementary and JCHS.

The event featured interactive booths, guest speakers, food taste tests, games and prizes. Schools from across the Cumberland Valley Region showcased their progress in the Farm to School movement. The Farm to School Regional Event was presented by Kentucky Farm to School and Spread the Health Appalachia.

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ing a variety of immunizations, pet meds and free delivery.

B+H Apothecary is owned and operated by Joe B. Hall, PharmD. The pharmacy is committed to providing the newest, most innovative, and highest quality of healthcare close to home.

Hall graduated from the University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy in 2007, receiving the title, Doctor of Pharmacy.

Hall is married to Brittany Bobrowski, also from Booneville, who graduB+H Apothecary is a reliable, afford- ated from the Kentucky College of able, forward thinking pharmacy spe- Osteopathic Medicine at the Universicializing in the prevention and ty of Pikeville. She plans to return to management of Diabetes and Heart Booneville to establish a practice, folDisease; offering monthly educational lowing residency. The couple has a son, Eelan, who is 3 years old. Toclasses in each of these common health issues. They will also be offer- gether they look forward to making a positive impact on local health care.

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WashWorld Car Wash Opens in Manchester Following a year of planning and construction, WashWorld of Manchester is now open. "We look forward to serving our valued customers. Every wash receives a token for free vacuum," stated Jamey Mills, manager. WashWorld Tunnel Car Wash of Manchester, located at 20 Phillips Hill Drive, is Manchester's only full service wash. Vacuums are free. Hours are 9 am to 6 pm Monday through Saturday. WashWorld of Manchester is owned by Jack and Billie Ward. "So proud of the work my grandparents have put into this venture," said Mills. "We look forward to serving our customers with the best car wash possible." Call 606-682-2164 for more information.

Back to School at Oneida Baptist Institute

Oneida Baptist students returned to campus last week for the 2014-2015 school year. Students confirmed class registrations, picked up textbooks and received locker assignments. At the end of the week, there was a picnic with homemade desserts and a concert by the Friday chapel praise team.

East 80 Yard Sale

Walk For Life Heart and Soul Life Center in Manchester will host the first annual Walk for Life, a fundraiser for the organization, in October.

Walk for Life will be held on Saturday, October 11, 2014 at Rawlings/ Stinson Park from 10 am to 12 noon.

Heart and Soul is a Pregnancy Heart and Soul is seeking individuHelp Center dedicated to helping inals, church members, co-workers, dividuals who are facing an unetc. to start a team. Contact the center planned pregnancy or who need extra at 606-599-8283 or 606-813-1397 to support during a pregnancy. Visit form a team to participate in the heartandsoulpregnancy.com for dewalk. Each team will be raising mon- tails. ey to support the ministry, a miniCall 606-599-8283 or 606-813-1397 mum of $500. for more information.

Phone Scam Alert Jackson Energy is warning its customers about a phone scam. Several of the utility's customers have received suspicious phone calls from someone claiming to be with the company and asking for payment on electric bills. Scammers are also visiting businesses and demanding payment on electric bills or service will be disconnected. If someone does receive a suspicious

OBI is a boarding and day school for students, Christian or non-Christian, in grades 6-12 in Oneida. Students come from across the United States and around the world. They experience daily chores and responsibilities, receive individual attention and have a chance to join sports or other curriculars.

Thousands of people hunted for bargains during the largest yard sale in Southeastern Kentucky. The East 80 Yard Sale took place Labor Day weekend, stretching from London to Manchester on East HWY 80.

The 15th annual sale covered more than 22 miles. Property owners all along the route participated, many sharing their property with others who do not live along the route.

Kids Care Packages

call or visit about their electric bill, Jackson Energy advises to immediately call Jackson Energy's toll-free number, 1-800-262-7480. Jackson Energy has dispatchers on duty 24 hours a day and can answer questions about suspicious phone calls demanding payment. For additional information, visit www.jacksonenergy.com or call 1800-262-7480.

Clay Cemetery Vandals Authorities in Clay County are looking for criminals responsible for vandalizing Patty's Rock Cemetery off Highway 11 in Clay County.

August 21 was the first service project for the Red Bird Christian School Residency program. Dorm parent Gail Nantz, Guidance Counselor Mrs. Jennifer Wilder, and dorm students sorted non perishable items into Care Packages. The packages will be distributed to 15 children to take home on the weekends in their back packs throughout the school year.

Eight to ten headstones were overturned and damaged.

Funds for the Care Packages were provided through a grant.

Residents are asked to contact the Clay County Sheriff, 606-598-3471, with any information.

To partner with Red Bird Mission Family Ministries, contact Suzanne Pohli or Tracy Nolan of Community Outreach, 606-598-3155.

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ed number of members and will be responsible for raising $500 for the Center. T-shirt orders will be taken up when the team in confirmed.

The Woman's Club of Manchester is dedicated to community improveSeptember 2-8, 2014, Owsley County Cruisin’ In The Park ment. Through its volunteer service, Owsley County Fair Days will take the club strives to enhance the lives of Fourth Sundays, 1 pm to 4 pm, May place September 2 to September 8, others. Any woman age 18 and above thru October, Rawlings/Stinson Park, 2014. The theme of this year’s fair is Monkey Dumplin's who has been looking for a way to be Manchester “Entertainment on Parade”. The Ows- October 17-18, Salt Works Pioneer involved in her community is welCruisin In The Park takes place on the ley County Cooperative Extension Village, Manchester come to join the organization. For fourth Sunday of each month May Service will be hosting the exhibits Monkey Dumplin’s Story Telling the- more information, call 606-598-2033 thru October, from 1 pm to 4 pm, at for the county fair at the Owsley or follow the club on Facebook. ater presents "Buggerman in the Rawlings/Stinson Park. The event County Elementary School Library. Bushes". The show will highlight Drug Free Communities features music, food, Clay County Entries will cost 50¢ per entry or 3 for scary stories handed down thru the Cruisers car show, contests, raffles $1.00. Prizes will be given for 1st, 2nd Thursdays, 12 pm, Owsley years. More songs will feature espeand door prizes. Additional details 2nd and 3rd place for each class. First cially old ballads. Monkey Dumplin's County Action Team, Booneville online at ClayCountyKentucky.org. place will receive $4.00 and a blue Story Telling Theater harvests local Drug Free Communities meets on the ribbon, second place will receive Clay County Farmers Market stories by teaching the art of story 2nd Thursday of each month at 12 pm $2.00 and a red ribbon and third place telling, then capturing and performing at Owsley County Action Team Saturdays, 9 am, Manchester B will receive a white ribbon. Fair enthe fascinating oral history of Clay Office, Booneville. School, HWY 421 tries can be entered on Tuesday, Sep- County on stage. Clay Board of Education tember 2, from 8:30 am until 5:30 pm The Clay County Community or on Wednesday, September 3, from MEETINGS Farmers Market takes place at 9 am 1st Mondays, 6 pm, Manchester 8:30 am to 2 pm. All entries will be on Saturdays at the historic The Clay County Board of Education Trail Town Committee judged on Wednesday after 2 pm. Manchester B School on HWY 421. meets monthly on the first Monday of Ribbons will be placed on winning 2nd Tuesdays, 6 pm, City Hall, The Clay County Community each month at 6 pm at the Clay Counentries by Thursday morning. The ex- Downtown Manchester Farmers Market is Manchester's ty Board of Education Office in Manhibits area will be open for viewing connection for locally-grown farm Clay County Kentucky Trail Town on Thursday from 8:30 am until 5:30 meetings are held on the 2nd Tuesday chester. products and area crafts. pm and on Friday from 8:30 am until of each month at 6 pm at City Hall in Owsley Board of Education Red Bird Farmers Market right before the parade begins at 11 Downtown Manchester. Any area res- 2nd Tuesdays, 6 pm, Owsley County Saturdays, 9 am, Community Store am. All entries must be picked up by ident interested in joining one of the Board of Education Office, Friday, September 7 after the parade; Trail Town Committees is asked to Don't miss out on the delicious Downtown Owsley 4:30 pm. produce at the Red Bird Mission attend. The committees include: Trail The Owsley County Board of Farmers Market in front of the Customer Appreciation Day Route Advisory, Education meets on the 2nd Tuesday Community Store on Saturdays from Funding/PR/Education, Merchant, of each month at 6 pm at the Owsley September 5, 10 am to 2 pm, Clay 9 am until noon, or until the produce Volunteer and Signage. County Board of Education Office, County Garrard Office is sold out. The Market will be open Downtown Owsley. Porch Swing Readers every Saturday until the last Saturday Co-op members will receive free Clay County Circuit Court buckets and CFL light bulbs from 10 3rd Thursdays, 12:30 pm, Leslie in October. am to 2 pm at Jackson Energy. Free County Public Library 1st Mondays, 9 am, Circuit Court Clay County Cruisin’s lunch and door prizes will also be of- The Porch Swing Readers is a book Building, Manchester Every Thursday, 6 pm, Huddle fered. club for adults that meets every third Clay Circuit Court meets at 9 am on House, Manchester Smokeout Thursday at the Leslie County Public the 1st Monday of each month at the Weekly Cruisin’s take place at the September 19 to September 21, Pon- Library at 12:30 pm. The Library sup- Circuit Court Building, Manchester. Huddle House in Manchester on plies the books and snacks. Join the derosa Pines, Manchester Thursdays, hosted by Clay County crew for good reading, good food, and Clay County Fiscal Court Cruisers, starting at 6 pm. Clay Coun- Ponderosa Pines Posse presents good friends. Call 606-672-2460 for 2nd Thursday of Each Month, 3 pm, Smokeout In The Hills, an SASS ty Cruisers is a non-profit organizamore information. County Administration Building Kentucky State Black Powder Chamtion of classic car enthusiasts Stay In Clay Clay County Fiscal Court meets at 3 pionship, at Ponderosa Pines from dedicated to promoting tourism in pm on the 2nd Thursday of each September 19 to September 21. Pon2nd Thursdays, 6:30 pm, City Hall, Clay County. The organization hosts month at the County Administration derosa Pines Posse meets every third Downtown Manchester numerous car shows and cruisin's Building, Downtown Manchester. Saturday of the month. Sign in starts throughout the year to draw visitors Stay In Clay is comprised of into the county while offering family at 9 am; matches begin at 10 am. Owsley Fiscal Court progressive Clay County residents fun events for Clay County residents. Match fees are $15. Matches take who have come together to cross all 2nd Tuesdays, 5 pm, Owsley County place March through September. Pon- boundaries of race, economic, and Booneville Cruise In Courthouse, Booneville derosa Pines Posse is a member of the social class, to empower our people, 1st and 3rd Fridays, 6 pm, Spencer’s, Single Action Shooting Society, preOwsley County Fiscal Court meets on bond our community, and strengthen Booneville the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 5 serving and promoting the sport of our local economy...to move Clay pm at the Owsley County Courthouse Cowboy Action Shooting: competing Cruise in’s take place at Spencer’s in County forward with pride and in Downtown Booneville. with firearms typical of those used in Booneville the 1st and 3rd Friday of purpose. Projects include murals, salt the taming of the Old West. Ponderoeach month. Cars begin rolling in kettle pots, Appalachian Homecoming Clay Lodge #798 sa Pines is located at 242 New Truck- Salt Works Festival, Monkey Dumparound 6 pm, and continue to come 2nd Mondays,7 pm, Fall Rock ers Road in Manchester. Call throughout the evening. lin’s Story Telling Theater, River 606-599-5263 or visit Clay Lodge #798 F&AM at Fall Rock Walk Trail Project. Meal A Month Club www.ponderosa-pines.com for more meets on the 2nd Monday of each DAV Chapter 137 information. Camping is available. Need quick, easy, nutritional menu month at 7 pm. suggestions? The Clay County Exten- 1st Annual Walk For Life Last Fridays, 5 pm, Library Meeting Oneida Lodge #736 sion Office Family & Consumer SciRoom, Downtown Manchester October 1, 10 am to 12 pm, 2nd Saturdays, 7 pm, Oneida ence Program is offering a Meal A All veterans are welcome to join the Rawlings/Stinson Park, Manchester Month Menu Suggestion. Participants Clay County DAV Chapter 137. The Oneida Lodge #76 meetings are held will receive one menu a month for Heart and Soul Life Center will host on the 2nd Saturday of each month chapter meets at 5 pm on the last either breakfast, lunch or supper that the first Annual Walk for Life on Sat- Friday of each month in the Clay above the Oneida Post Office starting can be prepared for the family. Menus urday, October 11, 2014 at County Public Library Meeting Room at 7 pm. All Masons are welcome. will include recipes and a grocery list Rawlings/Stinson Park from 10 am in Manchester. Robert Clark Lodge for the meals. Participants will receive until noon. Individuals, businesses Woman's Club of Manchester the menus either through Facebook 2nd Tuesdays, 7 pm, Sextons Creek and churches are invited to organize (friend Clay County Extension) or teams to participate in the walk to 2nd Mondays Except Jan., June, July Robert Clark Lodge #646 on Sextons through email. Facebook participation help fund Heart and Soul Life Center. Creek meets on the 2nd Tuesday of will be through a closed group. To To register a team, contact the Center Except for the months of January, June and July, the club meets the sec- each month at 7 pm. participate, call 606-598-2789. at 606-599-8283 or 606-813-1397. Each team will be allowed an unlimit- ond Monday of each month at 6 pm.

AREA EVENTS

Owsley County Fair Days

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COMMUNITY EVENTS CALENDAR

Owsley County Action Team 3rd Thursdays, 6 pm, Owsley County Action Team Office, Booneville The Owsley County Action Team is dedicated to providing the leadership to enable the citizens of Owsley County to achieve self-empowerment, sustainable community development and an enriched quality of life. Meetings are held on the 3rd Thursdays of each month at 6 pm at the Owsley County Action Team Office. Clay County Chamber 2nd Wednesdays, 12 pm, City Hall, Downtown Manchester

6:30 pm at the Owsley County Senior Citizens Building, Booneville.

District Health Department conference room.

Healthy Clay

Friends of Owsley Library

3rd Thursdays, 12 pm, Cumberland Valley District Health Department

2nd Mondays 5 pm, Owsley County Library, Booneville

Healthy Clay is a coalition of organizations and individuals working together to encourage healthy lifestyle choices by those living and working in Clay County through policy and community change. Normal meeting arrangements for Healthy Clay is the 3rd Thursday of every month from 12-1 pm at the Cumberland Valley

The Friends of the Owsley County Library meet on the 2nd Monday of each month at 5 pm at the Owsley County Library, Booneville. Owsley Library Board 1st Mondays, 5 pm, Owsley County Library, Booneville

The Owsley County Library Board meets on the 1st Monday of each month at 5 pm at the Owsley County Library, Booneville. Community Education 3rd Tuesdays of Every Other Month, 5:30 pm, Owsley County Action Team, Booneville Community Education meets on the 3rd Tuesday of every other month (beginning in July) at 5:30 pm at the Owsley County Action Team Office, Booneville.

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. Manchester City Council 3rd Mondays, 6 pm, 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. City of Booneville 2nd Wednesdays, 4 pm, Booneville The City of Booneville meets on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 4 pm in Downtown Booneville. Vietnam Vets #868 2nd Thursdays, 6 pm, Horse Creek Holiness Church Fellowship Hall Clay County Vietnam Veterans Chapter #868 meets at 6 pm on the 2nd Thursday of each month at Horse Creek Holiness Church Fellowship Hall. The organization conducts all military Funeral Honors for Clay Veterans. Members must have served on Active Duty in one of the US Armed Forces from February 28 1961 through May 7 1975. Others may be Associate Members. Owsley Lions Club 3rd Wednesdays, 6:30 pm, Owsley Senior Citizens Building, Booneville The Owsley Lions Club meets on the 3rd Wednesday of each month at

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Letters to the Editor To the Editor, Congratulations to Clay County for taking first place at the State Fair. Everyone involved should be very proud. Amanda Wagers

by the beautiful nature in the Yours is truly a wonderful paper county. Thank you sharing these that our residents are happy to wonderful treasures. We look be a part of. Thank you again. forward to returning in the fall Mary Grubb to view the color changes. Jacob Anderson To the Editor, To the Editor,

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OBITUARIES Robert and Gracie Callahan Brockman. Fred began working for C. Fred Rominger in April of Mr. Roger Smith, age 53 of Big Creek departed 1964 and was a vital part of the Rominger family. this life on Friday, August 22, 2014. He was born He retired in 2001 after 37 years of service at on Wednesday, September 25, 1960 in Clay Counwhich time his son Gary Brockman took over his ty, Kentucky to the union of J. C. and Barbara position. Because of our close relationship with Quinn Smith. He was a lineman and a member of the Brockman’s, the Rominger’s have considered the Mud Lick Church of the Brethren. He leaves to them a part of their family for many years. He was mourn his passing his wife: Amie Couch Smith, also a member of the Lyttleton Baptist Church and his children: Roger Dewayne Smith, Ricky Trena veteran of the United States Army where he ton Smith, Joey Brandon Smith and Jackie Renee served in World War II. He leaves to mourn his Smith, 10 grandchildren and these brothers and passing his children: Lois Jean Bundy of Mansisters: Vernon Ray Smith of London, Ricky Curtis chester, Cindy Peterson and her husband Tom of Smith of Manchester, J. C. Jr. Smith of London, Shelbyville, Judy Woods and her husband Vernon Glendale Smith of Lancaster, Carla Bradshaw of of Manchester, J. C. Hoskins and his wife Patricia North Carolina, James Discon of Pennsylvania, of London, Gary Brockman of Manchester, FredVicky Discon of Pennsylvania, Debbie Keuster of die Brockman Meece and her husband Russell of Pennsylvania, Charlene Witt of London, Lola Ann Manchester, Linda Kay Sizemore and her husband Baker of Berea, and Maggie Cross of NicholasRonnie of Manchester, Edith Smith and her husville. He is preceded in death by his parents: J. C. band John of Glenburn, Maryland, Mary Ann Hays and Barbara Smith, his sister: Marlene Smith, his and her husband Tom of Indiana, John D. Ressler half-sister: Darlene Smith, his half-brother: James and his wife Norlene of Marion, Indiana, Grace Smith, and his step-mother: Edna Smith. In lieu of Henderson of Gas City, Indiana, Carol Spence and flowers the family has requested donations be Delois Jean Hayes and her husband Tom of Indimade to Rominger Funeral Home for help with fuana. Also surviving are 27 grandchildren, 15 great neral expenses. grandchildren, 3 great great grandchildren and his siblings: Fletcher Brockman and his wife Jean of Mrs. Dorothy Mae Robinson Morgan Richmond, Indiana, Wanda Reed and her husband Mrs. Dorothy Mae Robinson Morgan, age 74 deJay of Grandview, Indiana, and Lucille Brockman parted this life on Friday, August 22, 2014 at the of Richmond, Indiana. He is preceded in death by Jean Waddle Care Center in Somerset, Kentucky. his parents: Robert and Gracie Brockman, his She was born on Friday, December 22, 1939 in wives: Mary Elizabeth Brockman and Mary Deliah Clay County, Kentucky to the union of Bev and Brockman, his children: Robert Brockman, George Vernie Thompson Robinson. She was retired from Brockman, Julia Brockman, and Debra Sue Brockthe Champion Paper Mill where she worked for man and these siblings: Erskin Brockman, Verna over 24 years operating a forklift. She leaves to Marie Campbell, Carlos Brockman, George Brockmourn her passing her husband: Robert Morgan of man, Charlie Brockman, Otis Brockman, Eddie Somerset, her daughters: Vickie Lynn Bundy of Brockman and Julia Brockman. London, Michelle Morgan of Lebanon, Tennessee, Mr. Ronald Wayne Jackson Bonnie Lou Brown of Somerset, and Debbie Jean Allen of Somerset. Also surviving are 17 grandRonald Wayne Jackson, 57, of Manchester, was children, 35 great grandchildren and the following born, September 6th, 1956, and passed away Sunsiblings: Henry Robinson of Manchester, George day, August 24th, 2014, at the St. Joseph London Bill Robinson of London and Ruth Davidson of Hospital. He is survived by his children, Ronald Salem, Indiana. She is preceded in death by her Brandon Jackson, and wife Michelle, of London, parents: Bev and Vernie Robinson, her children: Emily Rose Jackson, of Manchester, his mother, Diane Davidson, Robert Lee Morgan, and Larry Donna Jackson, and two brothers, Ronnie Jackson Wayne Morgan, 1 great grandchild, and these siband wife Toni, Larry Jackson, and wife Paula, all lings: Bev Robinson, Arnold Robinson, and Jackie of Brightshade, and the mother of his children, Robinson. JoAnn Jackson, of Manchester. He is preceded in death by his father, Ora Jackson. He also leaves a Mr. Fred L. Brockman host of other relatives and friends to mourn his Mr. Fred L. Brockman, age 89 departed this life on death. Sunday, August 24, 2014 at the Manchester Memorial Hospital. He was born on Saturday, FebruSubmit Obituaries for Free to ary 7, 1925 in Centerville, Indiana to the union of news@ClayCounty Chronicle.com Mr. Roger Smith

ADOPTABLES Knox-Whitley Animal Shelter is a non-profit organization, located on 5th Street Road in Corbin, dedicated to placing abandoned or relinquished animals into appropriate homes. KWAS serves Knox, Whitley, Mccreary and Clay. Open to the public for adoptions on Tuesday 11 am to 4 pm, Wednesday through Friday 11 am to 3 pm, and Saturday from 10 am to 1 pm. Call 606-526 6925 for more information.

STATISTICS DEEDS $1-Betty Lou and Rodney Roark to Ralph Harris, Harris Hollow Road, 8/13/14. $0-Michael and Hope Smith to Michael and Hope Smith, Martins Creek area, 8/19/14. $0-Leonard Jacob Asher to Chasity Dawn Sandlin, Johnson Branch, 8/19/14. $0-Kentucky Mountain Housing to Rhonda Ely, Brushy Branch Road, 8/15/14. $0-Melissa Lewis and Whitney Reach to Katherine Roark, Cool Springs Road, 8/15/14. $7-Wendy Fawbush and Mark Allen Fawbush to Joe Henson, Kincaid Road, 8/15/14. $95-Joyce Roark to Johnny Wayne and Judy Sheryl Campbell, Island Creek area, 8/14/14. $0-Margaret Campbell to Larry Campbell, HWY 11, 8/14/14. $0-Anthony Ryan Beatty, Arnold Bradley Bishop, Megan Miranda Bishop, Arnold Barry Bishop, Shawn Michael Bishop to Delbert and Janet Smith, 1/2 acre, 8/14/14. $21-Clay County Board of Education to James and Angela Mills, HWY 80, 8/16/14. $15-Zella Darlene Wright to Vernon and Carol Gay,Oneida, Bullskin area, 8/18/14.

$1.50-Wayne Wagers, Janice Wagers and Justin Wagers to Tommy Jr. Wagers, Mary Olga Wagers, May Fork Road, 8/18/14. $0-Estate of Alza and Flora Bowling, Biram G. and Judy A. Bowling, Susan D. Bowling, Gwyneth B. and RonaId Kerr, David and Sandra Bowling, Joshua A. and Nancy Bowling, Marcia B. Sheegog to Commonwealth of Kentucky, Bullskin area, 8/15/14. MARRIAGES Ashlynn Marie Morgan, N/A, to Jonathan Dewayne Brumley, Self Employed, 8/11/14. Tuesday Cylest Smith, CNA, to Bryan Edward Bilbrey, Construction Worker, 8/8/14. Adrienne Maria Smith, N/A, to Shane Nathaniel Allen, Student, 8/9/14. DIVORCES Harry H. Henson vs. Ashley Holland. Jacklynn Hubbard vs. Kevin W. Hubbard. LAWSUITS Baptist Healthcare Systems, Inc. vs. Tiffany Deaton. Midland Funding LLC. vs. Kimberly Gibson. Tabitha Wagers vs. Brian L. Smith. Priscilla Smith vs. Cathy Smith, etal.

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Clara France vs. Emma J. Cottongim.

driving DUI suspended license, 2nd offense.

First Financial Credit-London vs. Benny Hibbard.

Michelle Jordan-serving warrant for court.

SHERIFF'S REPORT

Eugene Rawlings-criminal mischief 3rd.

David Brandon Davidson-receiving stolen property under $500. Brandon Lynn Grubb-serving warrant for police agency. Samuel E. Buttery-2 counts of TBUT or disp. all other under $500. Brandon Grubb-trafficking marijuana, trafficking controlled substance, methamphetamine. Eddie Dwayne Asher-robbery 2nd degree. Teresa Minton-assault 4th degree (domestic). Christopher Sams-drug paraphernalia-buy/possess, possession of controlled substance 1st degree, 1st offense-drug identified, possession of controlled substance-1st degree1st offense-drug unspecified, possession controlled substance-2nd degree-drug unspecified. Joshua Harris-trafficking marijuana, less than 8 oz. Jerry Roark-no operators license, rear license not illuminated, operating on suspended or revoked operators license,

Shawn D. Smith-receiving stolen property $500-$10,000, TBUT or disp. all others under $500, criminal trespass 3rd degree, public intoxication controlled substance (excludes alcohol).

insurance, 1st offense, possession controlled substance 2nd degree-drug unspecified, possession controlled substance 3rd degree-drug unspecified. Donald Mills-serving bench warrant for other police agency.

Glenda Bowman-executed warrant. Thelma Smith-public intoxication. Lewis Grubb-executed warrant.

Kelvin W. Asher-serving bench warrant for court.

Patrick Hubbard-one headlight, operating motor vehicle under influence of drugs/alcohol, 1st offense.

Donald Bishop-arson 2nd degree.

Ronald Hanna-executed warrant.

Rafael Roark-serving bench warrant for court. POLICE REPORT

Heather Johnson-no/expired registration plate, failure to maintain required insurance.

Amanda Neal-theft by unlawful taking (shoplifting).

Cassandra Bowman-executed warrant.

Willie R. Riley-serving bench warrant.

Amanda Neal-executed warrant.

Mittie Bowman-executed warrant.

Thomas D. Patterson-executed bench warrant for court.

Bobby Sams-speeding, failure to give signal.

Pamela Wagers-theft by unlawful taking (shoplifting).

Jerusalem G. Roark-executed warrant for court.

Tim Smith-executed warrant.

Thelma Smith-executed warrant.

Nicholas W. Forbes-drug paraphernalia, possession controlled substance 1st degree 1st offense, possession controlled substance-drug unspecified 1st degree 1st offense-drug unspecified, possession controlled substance 2nd degree-drug unspecified.

James R. Jones-serving bench warrant. Brandon Lynn Grubb-BUT or disp. all other under $500. Phillip Jason Grubb-public intoxication.

Tony Tankersley-theft by unlawful taking (shoplifting). Rubilee Henson-public intoxication, disorderly conduct. Desmond Swafford-no/expired registration plate.

Jeff Sams-assault 4th (domestic).

Leslie Hibbard-no/expired registration plate, failure to register/transfer motor vehicle.

Goldie Bowling-failure of nonowner, operator to maintain

Willie Riley-criminal littering, alcohol intoxication 2nd.

Jody Carr-failure of non-owner to maintain required insurance, license to be in possession. Rubilee Henson-public intoxication, endangering the welfare of a minor. John Lee Couch-criminal trespassing, theft by unlawful taking (shoplifting).

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Right or Wrong? woods and there’s no one there to hear it fall, does it make a sound?”. The answer is, of course it does. Sound waves are sound waves, whether or not they reach an ear to hear them. And, in your case, the law is the law, whether or not someone is there to see you break it!

come to find out that the young man and I have different notions about animals. I love animals and speak up for them whenever I can. But the young man has a terrible attiDear Reverend Roberta, tude about them even about his own dog, Toby. Toby has I was out real late the other been a good loyal companion night. Must’ve been after 2 but he’s old now and has a am. And I pull up to a red little trouble moving in the light. Well, I wanted to get Dear Reverend Roberta, mornings. My helper won’t home and the street was deI‘m getting old and I live by have him checked out by a vet serted and the light was taking myself. There was a time I to get some of the medicine its sweet old time. Would it could do all my own chores they have now for dogs with have been wrong to just cruise but now I have to depend on a arthritis. He says that when a on through since I was all young man to do all the work dog gets so old it needs medialone there? –Impatient Ike around my house that I can’t cine to get around, it’s time to Dear Ike, do anymore. This man is kind put it down and get a new one. to me and I’ve been able to When I ask him if he would Your question is just like the stay in my home mostly bewant to be treated that way old one, “If a tree falls in the cause of him. But lately I when he gets old, he says that

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animals can’t be compared to humans. This is where our talk always ends. I don’t know how I’d manage without him, but I’m worried that I’m being a hypocrite to have someone work for me who thinks that way. Am I? –Animal-loving Amelia Dear Amelia, It’s so good to hear from someone who loves animals as much as you do. But it’s very sad that so many people still see animals as unfeeling creatures and treat them with less than the compassion they deserve. This is why we need people like you to speak out, to educate and advocate. There is still time for your

young friend to learn and understand. It sounds like he has a great deal of compassion for you. I have to hope that someday that compassion will spill over to poor Toby. No, Amelia, you are not a hypocrite. You speak your mind, while others stay silent. That counts for a lot. Keep the discussion going. You need his help and he needs your wisdom. p.s. I hope everyone will read All Creatures Great and Small this week and come to understand that animals have emotions, just like ours. Send Right or Wrong questions to Rev. Roberta at revroberta@ ClayCountyChronicle.com.

All Creatures Great & Small pies standing around the dead one. One bird approached the corpse, gently pecked at it and stepped back. A second magpie did the same thing. Next, one of the magpies flew off, but soon brought back some grass and laid it by the corpse. Another magpie did the same. Then, all four magpies stood vigil a short while, until one by one they flew off. What they were actually thinking or feeling is unknown, but their actions were certainly those of creatures that were aware a friend or even a family member had died and this was their way of saying goodbye. The study of animal emotions is a rapidly developing field of science. Stories about animal displays of emotion appear more and more often in the media, from prestigious scientific journals to the amazing videos we watch on YouTube. Animal behaviors reflect joy, grief and even charity. Two captive elephant friends, separated for years, behaved in every way overjoyed when they found each other again at a sanctuary and are now always together. Wild elephants have been observed to reunite in a greeting celebration, flapping their ears and spinning about, emitting a vocalization known as a “greeting rumble”. A female gorilla raised and cared for a kitten, keeping it with her until it died an old cat. She grieved just as we would grieve at the loss of a beloved companion. A group of wild elephants included a lame female. She could not travel as fast as the rest of the group, but they never left her behind. They adjusted their pace and even waited for her. A group of Snow monkeys in Japan fed, groomed and sheltered an elderly female that could no longer fend for herself. The group took care of her, even though she did not contribute to the well-being of the group and was actually a liability. It made no difference. She was family.

I could fill pages with stories of animals displaying a range of emotions, some we share, and others are unique to a species. Research has shown that mice are fun loving, whales will be flirtatious and chimps can be jealous and vengeful. The evidence of emotions like these is so overwhelming that the burden of ‘proof’ now falls to those who still argue that animals don’t experience true emotions. Many researchers also recognize that we must attribute human traits to animals when we discuss animal emotions and that, if we do it carefully, we can still give due consideration to the animals’ point of view. We’re not inserting something human into animals, but recognizing our commonality and then using human language to communicate what we observe.

was a surprise hit and poignantly depicts how penguins experience suffering and how they endure the most extreme challenges as they care for their eggs and their young. Sometimes seeing is believing, but sadly, even when people accept that animal emotions do exist, they will continue to think that animal emotions must be lesser than our own. Animal advocates must keep educating, in every way possible. Accepting that nonhuman animals have emotions, just as strong and as valid and those felt by humans, will influence how we treat the animals that share our lives or provide our food or are wrongly used to test the medicines and products too many of us buy. I always end All Creatures Great and Small with the same quote. It has never been more appropriate than now. "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

Considering animal emotions just as we would human emotions is only natural and necessary to understanding them. And yet there is no mystery. Animal emotions are very straightforward. Those with open minds, who want to see, need only look Most of us know that elephants and gorillas are very carefully at the animals around us-the expressive faces, the constantly moving tails, the tense or reintelligent animals and are probably not surprised laxed bodies, and most importantly the eyes. Just by these stories, but what about other animals? Do like our eyes, an animal’s eyes speak as clearly as they have emotions too? any voice. Look into them and you will know Magpies are among the most intelligent of birds. what’s happening inside the animal’s mind and One author in the field of animal emotions witheart. nessed a remarkable drama among magpies. He saw a dead magpie by the side of the road that had obvi- If you still doubt, I ask you to see a wonderful movously been hit by a car. There were four other mag- ie, The March of the Penguins. This documentary

Healthy Mountain Living Enjoying the priceless artifacts contained in Kentucky museums requires only that youngsters bring their sense August is back-to-school time, and a of curiosity and desire to learn somegood opportunity to think about places thing new. to take children to appreciate KenFrom the National Quilt Museum in tucky history and culture. Paducah to the Louisville Slugger MuMuseums, historic sites and attractions seum & Factory, Kentucky boasts such as Shaker Village, in Harrodsone-of-a-kind collections found noburg, offer young people many inwhere else in the world.. sights into Kentucky’s fascinating history and diverse culture without the Kentucky is also replete with state and national historic sites commemorating need for gaming systems or smartimportant places and people from piophones. neer days through the Civil War and At Kentucky museums, youngsters up to more recent times. encounter collections dedicated to evProminent historic sites in the Blueerything from horses to Corvettes, baseball bats and the world’s most fa- grass State’s timeline include birthplaces of Abraham Lincoln mous boxer. Whatever your kids’ in(Hodgenville) and Jefferson Davis terest, find a Kentucky museum that (Fairview), Cumberland Gap National caters to it. Historic Park (Middlesboro), Constitu-

HEALTHY TIP

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tion Square Historic Site (Danville) and the Trail of Tears National Historic Trail. Meanwhile, Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill’s 3,000 acres offer a place of exploration that stretches kids’ imaginations. The pioneering Shakers who built the village more than 200 years ago evolved distinctive technology, architecture, clothing, land use and beliefs. Today, the nonprofit National Historic Landmark’s educational programs provide interdisciplinary, experiential learning for many age groups. Yearround student programs are customized to meet specific group needs and include numerous activities.

By Betty Baker

HEALTHY RECIPE Vegetables with a Touch of Lemon ● ½ small head cauliflower, cut into florets ● 2 cups broccoli, cut into florets ● 2 Tbsp lemon juice ● 1 Tbsp olive oil ● 1 clove garlic, minced ● 2 tsp fresh parsley, chopped 1. Steam broccoli and cauliflower until tender (about 10 minutes). 2. In a small saucepan, mix the lemon juice, oil, and garlic, and cook over low heat for 2 or 3 minutes. 3. Put the vegetables into a serving dish. Pour the lemon sauce over the vegetables. Garnish with parsley.

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Kitchen on the Creek Here is a dish that just screams summer to me. The combination of shrimp salad and tomatoes is unexpected but so light and refreshing. Enjoy the last of your tomato harvest and try something new!

By Lisa Bourque

● 4 large ripe tomatoes, cored DIRECTIONS

1. Combine shrimp, celery, basil, olives, shallot, mayonnaise, vinegar and Shrimp Salad Stuffed Tomatoes pepper in a medium bowl. Stir to combine. INGREDIENTS ● 1 lb peeled cooked shrimp (21-25 per pound; 2. Carefully hollow out the inside of each tomato using a melon baller or thawed if frozen), tails removed, chopped small spoon; reserve the scooped toma● 1 stalk celery, finely diced to. ● ¼ cup minced fresh basil To serve, fill each tomato with a gener● 10 kalamata olives, pitted and finely chopped ous 1/2 cup of the shrimp salad. ● 1 medium shallot, minced Save the scooped-out tomato insides to use in fresh tomato soup or pasta sauce. ● 2 Tbsp reduced-fat mayonnaise Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days ● 1 Tbsp white wine vinegar or in the freezer for up to 6 months. ● pinch of freshly ground pepper

Mountain Stories

By Stephen Hollen

Hens, Eggs and Uncle Buck

rooster startin' to wake up an' crowin' back in the orchard.

Much of my stories or poems tend to be warm or even bittersweet. Today I have a story on my mind that is not so much of either. It is a story of childhood, of the harshness of nature and the love of a kind and gentle Uncle that had a terrible task.

Most of the hens nested in the hen house. Now an' again one would start nestin' in the weeds an' it was my job to watch an' find their nests. Young hens would lay eggs in a nest in the weeds an' just leave it. Critters would often get the eggs an' sometimes folks had egg suckin' dogs that would rob ever' nest they could find. Occasionally an ol' hen would nest long enough for chicks to hatch an' out of the weeds a hen would stroll one day with little ol' yellow chicks right behind like some sort of parade.

When I was a boy I loved wanderin' around my Grandma and Grandpa Hollen's farm. The smokehouse was dark and full of mystery. It smelled of old corn meal, salted meats an' oiled tools. The barn was down a path, just a little further than the smokehouse, but off limits till I was a bit older. When I was finally old enough to go there I would climb the steps of that log barn, look down the square openings to the mangers below where the two mules, Joe and Dick, would eat hay. It was wonderful place to explore.

When I found a nest with chicks I would tell Uncle Buck so he could get the nest an' take the hen to the hen house. Chicks didn't live long out wanderin' around in the weeds. Uncle Buck could put the hen an' chicks on one end so she couldn't get out while they Between the smokehouse and log barn was my Grand- grew up. pa's orchard. The trees were ancient, low and gnarly One summer day I was playin' at the end of the oran' the apples sometimes just as gnarly as the parent chard, climbin' one of the low limbs an' playin' Tartree. They were, however, most wonderful to a little zan. As I surveyed my domain I heard a quiet "peep" boy who could go out and pull one from a branch an' an' searched the grass below. I saw a nest an' an ol' eat it right there on the spot. Grandma would patiently hen an' realized I had missed her nest. I went to get gather the apples, peel and slice and make fried apUncle Buck an' he followed me back to the nest. ples, canned apples, apple sauce or maybe dry them and later make fried apple pies in her cast iron skillet. He shoo shoo-ee'd the hen off an' started to pick up the eggs. He stopped an' knelt down for a closer look. The branches had been twisted and formed low so I bent over to see what he was lookin at. The eggs fruit was easy to harvest. I always thought Grandpa or were hatchin' an a couple chicks were strugglin', not maybe my Uncle Buck (his real name was Bert, but he yet out of their shells. Uncle Buck was right quiet like was always Uncle Buck to me) shaped and nursed an' told me to go into the smokehouse an' get a basket them trees in the ol' orchard to that shape just for us to for him. play on. The trees grew together with age and for a little boy it was hard to tell where one tree ended and I was sort of surprised but did as he asked. Normally he would just gather nest an' all in his hands, carry it another began. It was a paradise made for little boys an' my brother and I played there sometimes for hours. to the hen house with the ol' hen cluckin' an worryin' right behind him. This time he gathered the eggs an' When the sun would start to set it became mysterious chicks up one by one an' laid them in that basket. I an' scary. There were secrets in the orchard too. Seasked him what he was doin' an' he said he had to do crets I didn't know till I was a grown man. Secrets somethin'. Told me to go to the house. mostly forgotten by all but me an' one or two older relatives. Secrets not evil, but sad. That, however, is a Then he walked down the hill to the creek - named Little Creek - an' headed toward Red Bird River. I folstory for another day. lowed him an' he kept sayin', "Stevie, go on back now. Behind the smokehouse was the hen house. It was sort I don't want you to see this." of a lean-to that was attached to the back of the I followed him anyway an' when he got to the river he smokehouse. Grandma would open the door, step in an' gather eggs in the folds of her apron. If I was there walked downstream a way an' knelt down. He sat the basket on the ground an' I realized he was gonna she would give me an egg or two to carefully carry drown them chicks. I started cryin' an' ran to him, beginside an' place in the big bowl that all the eggs were gin' him not to drown them. I cried an' he took me in placed in. one arm, sat me on his knee an' showed me the basket. The chickens roamed the farm, only goin' into the hen house at night. Grandma fed them in the yard between When Uncle Buck got upset or mad he would stutter a the house an' the smokehouse each day. A big ol' trac- little as he did now, "I di-didn't want you to s-see this, Stevie. Them flies have done blowed these eggs as the tor tire had been cut in half an' she would pour the chicks would b-break a little hole. That damn hen left dishwater into it. Them chickens would rush for that them too much an' the flies blowed them eggs." water to find tidbits of food that had fallen into the dishpan. A few hens an' the rooster would fly into the I looked an' saw that the chicks were covered in fly apple trees to roost. I loved to hear the big ol' red larvae... maggots. Uncle Buck didn't want them to suf-

Thought & Poem How many of us, of the higher age bracket, will not agree that facing everyday life can be very challenging? I remember when I was a child of about 4 or 5 years old and thinking how hard it was to climb the tall pine tree in my back yard. Whoa baby….that was easy compared to the “mountains” I have had to climb since then. Still, I did whatever I had to do, to make it to that lower limb so that I could sit in the high limbs along with my brother and sister who had already reached their quest. Challenging? Yes. But…when there is a will…as they say…there

is a way. Eventually, I did make it with some stretching and grunting and I did sit proudly on the limb with my brother and sister.

even when they were saying I was “too sissy” to try to climb the tree, I still “saw myself swinging my legs as I sat proudly on that limb. I was not a “sissy,” just needed to When I look back at this chal“see” what I wanted to do and lenge, I took a moment to figthen “see” myself doing it. ure out what I had needed to be the “big girl” and reach my This in a nutshell is kind of goal of sitting in the tree with how we have to deal with the my siblings. Was it all about challenges we face in our evdetermination and strength? eryday lives, whether we are teenagers, young adults, midFinally I decided that it was about having a “positive” atti- dle-aged or elderly. We are tude. I was positively sure going to face challenges. that I could make it up and With a positive attitude and onto the limb. “seeing” where we will be or what we will be doing can go As I gazed up at my siblings a long way in helping us to already sitting in the tree,

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fer an' be eat up alive. I stared an' cried. I asked him if I could pray for them an' he said yes. I don't remember my exact words but it was something like, "God, I am sad them chicks are hurt an' mad at them flies. I am sad Uncle Buck has to do what he has to do, so take care of these chicks an' help me an' Uncle Buck get over bein' sad an' cryin'. Amen." Uncle Buck told me to go stand where Little Creek ran into Red Bird River. He walked further downstream an' knelt again. Carefully he laid each egg into the deep water. I sort of figured it was like a burial at sea an' told him so when he walked back to me. He didn't say nothin' as we turned to walk back to the house. I reached up an' took his hand. He carried the basket in his other hand as we stepped from stone to stone in the creek. He held my hand the whole way an' helped me in the "slippy" places. When we got to the little dirt road that led up to the house I pulled on his hand, "I reckon we had to do that, didn't we,Uncle Buck?" "Yessir, we did, Stevie." "I love you Uncle Buck." Uncle Buck just grinned that bashful grin he had. My Daddy's family was never much for sayin' that mushy stuff. Instead he tucked that basket under his arm an' rubbed my ol' burr haircut real good. Uncle Buck was my favorite. Many years later I sat by his bed as he breathed his last few breaths. I held his hand for a long time. I don't know that he was aware I was there, that I held his hand, but I did. I leaned over an' whispered to him, "I love you Uncle Buck.". As he was takin' those last few breaths tears rolled down his cheeks. I'm told that happens a lot in those last few minutes, just a natural thing an' he probably didn't even know I was there. Didn't matter to me. I stood an' held his hand an' remembered all the times I spent with him. Memories of eatin' watermelon right in the rows of the garden, goin' swimmin' an' jumpin' off his arms as he threw me up an' into the river. An' I remembered holdin' his hand as we walked home that terrible day. I don't remember ever sayin' that to him before that day. I don't know how many times in my life I told him that. Only thing I remember now are those two times Those two summer days, the first time and last time I said, "I love you Uncle Buck". Visit MountainStories.net for more stories by Stephen Hollen, acclaimed story teller and author.

By Jeanne Claire Probst find the solution to our problem at hand and then be successful or at least content.

Positive Attitude I am going to be brave; I am going to be strong, I will face my problems headon.

Nothing is going to be accomplished if I don’t try. I will see myself at the end, with each step I take, I will see myself at the end, with any progress I make. And even if the problems do not go away,

I will still see myself succeedI will sit and think before I act ing in getting through another on what I will do, day. And I will do what I have to A positive attitude will help do with a positive attitude. me with each problem I will Even if I do not fully underface. stand the problem or all the A positive attitude will keep reasons why, me trying and my efforts not waste.

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Mega Job Fair Draws Nearly 300

Nearly 300 people turned out for the Eastern Kentucky Concentrated Employment Program, Inc.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s (EKCEP) Mega Job Fair Tuesday, August 26 in Hazard. Forty-five employers were represented during the event, which included companies from a variety of industries such as health care, mining, trucking, retail, food service, and telework. Many of the jobs did not require relocation and were available for immediate hire. Attendees meeting requirements of EKCEPâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hiring Our Miners Everyday (H.O.M.E.) jobs initiative were also given the opportunity to learn more about the program during the event.

Funded through $11.3 million in National Emergency Grant (NEG) funding, H.O.M.E. helps miners and their spouses affected by the coal industry downturn discover their skills, determine new career options, covers costs for them to enter classroom training, and helps place them into subsidized on-the-job training positions with area employers.

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For more information about H.O.M.E., visit www.homeeky.com or www.facebook.com/ ekcep. The next job fair will be held for Patriot Coal at the Kentucky Career Center JobSight on September 3 from 9 am to 3 pm. Kentucky Career Center JobSight for Clay County is located at 1535 Shamrock Road in Manchester, 606598-5127. Kentucky Career Center JobSight for Leslie County is located at 121 Maple Street in Hyden, 606-672-2155. Kentucky Career Center JobSight for Owsley County is located at 500 Brown Street in Jackson, 606-666-2369.

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