Jessamine County Living Spring 2022

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Your home, your outdoor space, and your health

Good health is the most important aspect of a long life, free of issues related to poor diet and exercise. Health should always be affordable, and everyone deserves a facility in which they feel welcome -- at every stage in their health and fitness journey

Good Health Fitness is a 24/7 friendly, community-style gym where everyone belongs no matter where you are in your fitness journey They believe everyone deserves good health.

Good Health Fitness is locally owned and operated. The owner created this facility for Nicholasville, so people would have a place to go workout and unwind where they felt welcomed and comfortable

He wanted to focus on the concept that although everyone is on a different fitness level, they are accepted at Good Health Fitness

Many years ago, his mom gave him this idea that people need a place to workout where they felt welcomed. He felt that if he created a space where his mom would have felt this acceptance, so would everyone else that walked in the door

With a caring and friendly staff, spacious facility, and welcoming atmosphere you are sure to feel like you belong at Good Health Fitness!

With a heart for the community, Good Health Fitness is putting together an amazing party for Jessamine County -- not just their members! It is a party consisting of cash prizes, you won't want to miss your chance to get tickets On April 24, 2022, Good HealthFitness will be hosting a "Stimulus Party," where

Hurry in to Good Health Fitness on April 24, you'll have food provided for you, tours of the facility, and specials on sign ups you don't want to miss. Which, why would you?

Prices start at only $10 per month! If you can get a full membership to a 24/7 gym starting at $10 a month, chances are, it's a good idea to take it Some gym memberships come in at a whopping $140+ per month

Good Health Fitness stands true to their ideal that good health should be affordable and accessible for

$500 Kroger card, $250 gas card, they will pay 1 utility bill, 1 phone bill, and they will be giving away 22 $100 bills, and 22 $50 bills

105 9 will be doing a live remote from 12pm - 2pm where some of the prizes will be given away on air, with the grand prize given away at 5pm! More than that, it's going to be a day of fun and celebration!

everyone. At Good Health, you’ll find tanning beds, hydro massage chairs, red light therapy, free weights, cardio equipment, and more Good Health Fitness is 24/7 so it works with your budget and your schedule

So, how exactly do we get these tickets for a chance to win these amazing prizes on April 24? Stop by Good Health Fitness to find out! You don't even have to be a member to enter or win!

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Fresh Flavors

A fresh taste of Spring using in-season ingredients you can grow right at home

Simple Guac for Cinco de Mayo

Use the freshest ingredients you can find, and you'll never go back to pre-made guacamole from the grocery store again!

Combine This:

2 ripe Hass Avocados

2 tsp fresh lime juice

2 tbsp fresh cilantro (chopped)

1/4 c of red onion (chopped)

1/2 jalapeño (seeds included) (finely chopped)

1/4 tsp kosher salt

Spring Spinach Quiche

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INGREDIENTS

½ cup butter

3 cloves garlic, chopped

1 small onion, chopped

1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained

1 (4 5 ounce) can mushrooms, drained

1 (6 ounce) package herb and garlic feta, crumbled

1 (8 ounce) package shredded Cheddar cheese

salt and pepper to taste

1 (9 inch) unbaked deep dish pie crust

4 eggs, beaten

1 cup milk

salt and pepper to taste

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Step 1

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C)

Step 2

In a medium skillet, melt butter over medium heat Saute garlic and onion in butter until lightly browned, about 7 minutes Stir in spinach, mushrooms, feta and 1/2 cup Cheddar cheese Season with salt and pepper Spoon mixture into pie crust

Step 3

In a medium bowl whisk together eggs and milk Season with salt and pepper Pour into the pastry shell allowing egg mixture to thoroughly combine with spinach mixture

Step 4

Bake in preheated oven for 15 minutes Sprinkle top with remaining Cheddar cheese, and bake an additional 35 to 40 minutes, until set in center Allow to stand 10 minutes before serving

LocalDiningGuide

FAVORITE PLACES TO EAT

You don't have to get out of town to enjoy some good food! Jessamine County is expanding and getting more places to eat! What is your favorite? I'm a simple chicken and veggies person, but I wouldn't mind a good seafood place! Tell the powers that be! Here are 2 obvious favorites though!

April 19: Merchants’ Spring Open House

April 30: Coaster Car Derby on E. Main

May 3: Community Flower Sale and the Farmers’ Market and Caboose Railside Museum open for the season

As much as I love a cozy winter, I am ready for singing birds, crisp mornings and warm days. There’s just something about Spring that reawakens our hearts, and re energizes our spirits. One thing I love about Kentucky is that we actually do get all of our seasons. Some are longer than others, but one thing is for sure, I’m always ready for the next one when the time comes.

Spring is a time for cleaning, opening windows, porch sitting, and finally getting your hands dirty in the garden and landscape. The warm sun and cool breeze will inspire you to tackle that new home project you’ve been putting off during the cold.

This issue, I hope to engage you with ideas for your Spring 2022 season! Jessamine County is alive with events to get you outdoors! You’ll also find out where to attend Easter service, and who we recommend around town for you to continue to do business here locally throughout the year.

Lastly, I just want to take a second to thank you for reading and loving Jessamine County Christmas! It’s because of you that Jessamine County Spring, Summer, Fall and Christmas now exist at all. Remember to love on our advertisers, too! They need and appreciate your business so much. See you in the Summer issue (coming in MID MAY!)

Happy Spring, Britt

After your lawn and landscaping have been dormant under sheets of ice and snow all winter, they are left weak and ready for sunshine and fertilization. Here's how to get them back and fuller than ever.

Do a little Spring cleaning. Clean up twigs and leaves -- anything that may have gathered over Winter. Apply the right fertilizer early on They make some that help grass and landscape grow, and some to hinder weeds and crabgrass

The earlier in the season, the more often you should mow. searshomeservices com says that mowing too often (once a week) allows the grass to grow too much before mowing it, in turn stunting the roots. Pick a good mulch.

Trim the trees

Decorate your lawn with flowers and lighting!

EasterinJessamineCounty

Easter commemorates the day Jesus Christ rose from the dead, on the 3rd day, after his crucifixion by the Romans. Easter is the oldest festival of the Christian church. In Jessamine County, our local churches would love to have you visit, and celebrate the resurrection of Christ with them. This is a great time for you and your family to get back into church, or to simply celebrate that He is Risen!

This year, Good Friday is Friday, April 15, and Easter Sunday is Sunday, April 17, 2022.

(v): what nobody wants to do, but feels it necessary after a long, stuffy winter

You’ve been cooped up indoors all winter, and it’s time to dust off your furniture, wash the floors and cabinets, renew your bedding, deep clean the bathrooms and hearths, and get your home looking and smelling like new again!

Kitchen Bedroom living room

Empty drawers + cabinets and wipe them down

Clean + organize pantry

Deep clean oven + stove top

Wipe down backsplash

Clean out dishwasher

Clean out sink + drain

Wipe down switches, trims, baseboards

Clean out refrigerator

Sweep + mop floors

Clean out dresser drawers and refold clothing

Clean out closets and reorganize

Store off-season clothing

Flip mattress

Wash pillows + duvets

Dust lights + fans

Wash windows, baseboards, + curtains

Dust furniture, decor, and wall hangings

Vacuum / Mop floors

Clean + open windows

Dust lights + ceiling fans

Wash curtains, blankets, + pillows

Spot clean + vacuum furniture

Vacuum + Mop flooring

Shampoo carpets + rugs

Wipe down doors, knobs, etc

laundry room bathrooms outdoors

Clean the inside of the washing machine

Clean out all dryer lint, and clean trap

Wipe down washer + dryer exterior

Sweep + Mop floors

Empty + wipe down allcabinets + surfaces with disinfectant cleaner

Organize cabinets + under the sink

Check expiration dates on meds and makeup

Dust lights

Clean tub + shower + toilet

Unclog any drain

Sweep + Mop floors

Launder any rugs

Sweep porches and patios

Clean or change doormats

Power wash siding, patios, porches, and driveway

Expel any dead plants or bushes

County-Wide Clean Up

When: March 12 - 19

What: Residential Trash Disposal

Where: Two Locations 400 Park Drive, Nicholasville 305 West Linden Street, Nicholasville More info: www.jessamineco.com

G I F T I D E A S Mother's Day

Craft

Mommas LOVE when their children make them a card! You're never too old to break out the glitter.

Monograms

Visit your local boutiques for the perfect gift for Mom, while also helping your local community thrive! Monograms are so thoughtful!

Flowers

Jessamine County has great local florists, whose flowers last for weeks!

Coffee Gift Card

Our local coffee shops are more like a life saver to Momma. Depending on how old her kids are, it could really help her... a lot.

Nail Gift Card

A little pampering goes a long way for Mom, especially if it's something that she usually buys herself or doesn't take time to do.

Facial and Spa Day

Cook her dinner or take her out

Give her a day of relaxation, it's the least she deserves! She'll love it! Take away one of her chores, like cooking!

HOME ENERGY SAVINGS

When it comes time for you to build your new home, or improve your existing one, it's important to keep in mind the energy-efficiency aspect Lowering your energy bills and output makes a huge difference not only on your bill, but also in the environment Energy gov states that when remodeling your home, "optimizing home energy efficiency requires a whole-house systems approach to ensure that you and your team of building professionals consider all the variables, details, and interactions that affect energy use in your home In addition to how you use energy, the conditions of where your home is situated, and the local climate "

You should be looking at the following areas to check your energy output:

Appliances and home electronics

Insulation and air sealing

Lighting and daylighting

Space heating and cooling

Water heating

Windows, doors, and skylights

Taking care of one of your biggest and best investments should be a priority This Spring, make a plan with your family about how you will incorporate energy savings to your home

Call

Wesley

Did you know that the industry standard fiberglass roll can allow air to infiltrate your home or business? Lets face it, framing contractors are human and lumber is hardly ever perfect, so the chances of that roll insulation fitting just perfect and being air tight, is slim to none. Why would you trust your largest investment to an industry standard? Spray foam provides an air tight seal, in every cavity of your walls, crawlspace or attic, giving air no chance at coming in. This means, higher efficiency on your HVAC unit, lower energy costs and a much more comfortable indoors.

Vendor Checklist

USE THIS TO MAKE SURE YOU DON'T FORGET ANY NECESSARY PARTS OF YOUR BIG DAY!

Florists

Photographer

Videographer

Makeup Artist

Hair Stylist

Venue

Catering

Cake

Gifting

DJ or Band

Rentals

Transportation

Jewelers

Wedding Planners

Dress Shops

Dance Lessons

Invitations and Paper Goods

Event space for rehearsal dinner, bridal showers, and parties.

Decorators

Officiant

Day-of coordinator

Drink choices / bartenders for reception

NEUTRAL COLORS IN THE SPRING?

When brides and guests think about a typical "Spring" wedding, often we think of pastels, bright florals, and invitations with flowers printed ever so delicately. However, it's a nice change in expectations when your guests see your neutral color palette for your decor, florals, and invitations. One thing that probably won't change, though, is the fresh springtime menu.

Community Spotlight: Meet Todd and Casey Johns from Revive Life House

Revive Ministries began in 2014 after Todd and Casey Jo goal? To create a nonprofit focused on meeting people i unconditional love while building relationships of trust in House officially opened it's doors on April 8, 2016, it bec men’s residential addiction recovery center. Over the pa grown to a three phase program with over 65 beds avail year the Revive Outpatient Center began accepting both men and women.

Every step Revive takes to invite people into the journey of healing is rooted in the guiding principles of dynamic recovery, restored lives, inward journey and life-long wholeness

“Our mission is simple," Todd Johns says, "We are a beautiful people-centered, life giving addiction treatment center in Central KY, where the overdose mortality rate has increased over 50% We treat over 400 clients per year through our dynamic recovery programs that now serve both male and female clients. We do this by creating a safe and welcoming environment where persons suffering from Substance Use Disorder (SUD) can find help, freedom and purpose for their lives.”

As Revive Life House has grown, so have the opportunities to expand services into the larger community The opening of the Outpatient Center last July was one of the first steps toward initiatives like the Common Ground Community Center and NextGen program

"The ROC (Revive Outpatient Center) and Common Ground Community Center are places to find healing, health and wholeness that each and every person deserves no matter their struggles or background," Johns said. And while still in the early stages, Revive is already preparing to incorporate programs at the future Community Center with its NextGen program. NextGen will create space and resources for children and youth in the area, especially those who are impacted by addiction in their home or family.

"We exist to help people move forward in true-life transformation that’s rooted in faith, hope and love," Johns said "And it's through the support of our community that we're able to help rebuild lives; reconciling people to their families, their communities, and restoring their sense of purpose "

Casey & Todd Johns

Filing Taxes?

Here are some things to remember this tax season

Filing taxes comes back around so quickly and if you're anything like me, you really dread this time of year Something about having to retrieve all the necessary paperwork, making sure all your i's are dotted and t's crossed, and sending up silent prayers that you won't owe anything to Uncle Sam this year, just makes it, um, not my favorite. But, it's not all bad! Sometimes some of us get some money back, and it's a great time to take that trip you've been thinking about, or renovating your bathroom or kitchen that you keep putting off "until you have the money." Just make sure you have all the necessary documents I'll go ahead and list them here from nerdwallet com for you so that you've got them on hand.

Income reports (W2 and/or 1099)

All social security numbers of both you and your dependents

Deduction Reports as they apply (don't forget retirement account contributions, educational expenses, medical bills, property taxes and mortgage interest, charitable donations, state and local taxes)

Tax Credits

Payments

I also looked up the top 6 mistakes people make when filing taxes on turbotax com, here's what they had to say:

Mathematical Errors

Choosing the right filing status for you

Missing out on tax deductions

Forgetting important paperwork

Entering the wrong routing/account #

Paper filing blunders

for those of us without a green thumb

Indoor vs Outdoor?

Beginners should probably start outdoors to get some help from Mother Nature.

When you are gardening inside, you have to be extra mindful of shadow and light, and constantly remember to water the plant. Outside, you'll get natural shadow and light (check to see what's best for individual plants), as well as natural watering from rain.

Just be mindful of pests. Indoor gardens are a can-do, just remember to water, and place plant next to windows or doors.

You can't mess it up

Probably best to start with a "fool proof" crop. Remember in the Christmas issue I told you I couldn't kill the cactus? Well, that story has taken a turn. Anyway, you can often find crops such as herbs, and fruit, and vegetables that are beginner friendly at nurseries. These plants are known to be gardenerfriendly, and quick to bounce back if you let it go through a, um, "dry season."

Know WHEN to water

One of the biggest mistakes new gardeners make is not knowing when to water their plants, or HOW MUCH to give them when it's time. Often, people tend to underwater plants outside, and overwater plants that are inside. Plants that are outside are "out of sight out of mind," while plants that are inside feel like you should be watering them if you see them. A good rule of thumb is to put your finger in the soil. If it comes out dry, it needs water. If it comes out wet, you're good.

Chamber Spotlight

Welcome, new members of the Jessamine County Chamber of Commerce!

Premier Fabrication 1400 John C. Watts Dr. Nicholasville, KY 40356 859-333-3001

Murphy Contracting 134 Penmoken Park Lexington, KY 40503 859-351-8436

Junkluggers 916 Floyd Dr. #100 Lexington, KY 40505 859-214-0381

MedixDx Laboratory 1718 Alexandria Dr. Lexington, KY 40591 859-320-0412

Suter Mechanical 2416 Over Drive Lexington, KY 40511 859-254-1014

Geddes Pools Co. Inc. 232 Industry Parkway Nicholasville, KY 40356 859-885-4296

Republic State Mortgage 2708 Old Rosebud #100 Lexington, KY 40509 859-536-3664

Murty Pharmaceuticals 859-266-2446

Stanton Racing 100 Memorial Dr. Nicholasville, KY 40356 859-885-7354

Jessamine Family Dentistry 250 Edgewood Drive Nicholasville, KY 40356 859-885-9577

Your Country Princess Boutique 120 N Main St. Nicholasville, KY 40356 859-553-1952

Hensley Elam and Associates 163 E Main St. Lexington, KY 40507 859-389-8182

Now

Place

Nicholasville’s Philanthropist Benefactor

EdwinChanningCoolidge(1877-1958)isthecommondenominatorandbenefactorofthreeimportantpublic-access propertiesinNicholasville RockFenceParkatthecornerofOakandThirdStreet,theYMCAat220E MapleStreet,andthe ChanningCoolidgeBuildingat501E MapleStreet

ChanningCoolidgewasborninLudlow,Kentucky,arailroadtownjustacrosstheOhioRiverfromCincinnatiin1877 His fatherwasanagentfortheCincinnatiSouthernrailroad,andacoupleyearslaterhisfamilywaslivinginSomerset,another railroadtownontheCincinnatiSouthernline By1884hisfatherwastransferredtothestationinNicholasville,andthatiswhere Channingwouldspendhisimpressionableyears

By1906,twenty-eightyearoldChanningwasworkingintheCroweNamePlatefactory,lessthanamilefromWrigleyFieldon thenorthsideofChicago.HewouldlaterbecomethemanagerofthefactoryandeventuallythePresidentandChairmanofthe Board.HewasanadmirerofPresidentAbrahamLincoln,becomingacollectorofLincolnartifactsandservingasaTrusteeof LincolnMemorialUniversityinHarrogate,Tennessee.HewasalsoaTrusteeofIllinoisInstituteofTechnologyinChicago.

HeneverforgothishometownofNicholasville,andasanaficionadoandcollectorofPresidentLincoln,hesharedthelate President’sdesiretohelpAfricanAmericans.Hemadecontributionsaslargeaspayingforthebuildingofagymnasium(Coolidge Building)in1955forthesegregatedRosenwald-Dunbarhighschool,andbuildingarecreationcenter(CarolineMemorialHouse) in1956fortheAfricanAmericancitizensofNicholasville,toassmallcontributingtothemilkfundforAfricanAmericanchildren HewasalsoinvolvedintryingtostartafoodbankinNicholasvilleandagreedtodonatelandforahospital,ifthefundstobuildit couldberaised

Today,theCoolidgebuildingispartoftheJessamineCountyschooldistrictandisusedbythecountyforyouthgamesand activities,andtheCarolineMemorialHouse,namedinhonorofhissisterwhodiedfromtuberculosisin1899,iscurrentlyusedas theYMCA TheCarolineMemorialHouseisownedbytheCoolidgeFoundation,anon-profitorganization,whichallowstheYMCA rent-freeuseoftheproperty,andalsocontributesmonetarilytotheYMCAfortheNicholasvillelocation TheCoolidge Foundation,endowedbyChanningCoolidge,isrunbyhisdistantyoungercousins,whohaveensuredthathislegacyofgivingto Nicholasvilleiscontinued

ChanningCoolidgealsodonatedthelandforNicholasville’sRockFenceParkin1943,whichhadbeenthelocationofthe railroad’sturntablewhenhisfatherworkedthere.Hepaidforthelandscapingoftheparkandfortheplaygroundequipment.In 1940,hedonatedframedportraitsandengravedcopperinscriptionsofseventeenformerofficialsofJessamineCounty.The portraitswerehungintheJessamineCountyCourtHouse,alongwithabronzeplaqueoftheDeclarationofIndependencewhich healsodonated.HealsogiftedengravedplaquestotheJessamineCountyDaughtersoftheAmericanRevolutionin1940;the Methodist,Catholic,PresbyterianChristian,andBaptistchurchesinNicholasvillein1942;andNicholasvilleSchoolin1952

ThelasttimeChanningCoolidgewasinNicholasvillewasforthededicationoftheCarolineMemorialrecreationalcenterin February1956 Aboutaweekaftertheceremony,hewasgettingintoataxionSecondStreetwhenhefellandbrokehiship He returnedtohishomenearChicago,intheaffluentnorthsuburbofWinnetka,werehediedalittleovertwoyearslateronApril15, 1958attheageofeighty Hehadnochildrenandwassurvivedbyhiswife,Mary,whofollowedhimindeathsixteenyearslaterin 1974 Whilealive,shecontinuedhischaritableworksforthepeopleofNicholasville,andtodayhiscousinscarrythatonwiththe CoolidgeFoundation

FormanyyearsafterhisdeatheachApril,thecommunitywouldholdanannualmemorialserviceinhishonoratthe CarolineMemorialcenter.Theworldneedsselfless,caringpeopletodaylikeEdwinChanningCoolidge.Hisgiftsfrommanyyears ago,arestillhelpingtomakeNicholasvilleanevenbetterplace.

Story provided by: Jonathan Smith, Central Kentucky Historian

When the weather permits, it’s so fun to have guests over for food, games, a pool party, and a refreshing drink To take entertaining seriously, means you consider it all – the tablescape, the theme of the food and drinks, the party favors, and what you’ll use as a wow factor. I find that charcuterie boards always impress, even if you don’t know 100% what you’re doing.

Spring is for florals and pastels. Contact your local florist for a beautiful table centerpiece, or even small bunches of flowers as plate decor I usually send flowers home with my friends It’s a great, “Thank you for coming!” and it saves you from having to keep flowers alive Win-Win!

As for the food, keep it grilled, keep it light, and keep it cute Nothing better than an Insta-worthy spread that tastes as good as it looks Try a few of the following recipes for a cheat sheet I go with simple, so I’m putting simple in the magazine Feel free to make it as complex as you wish!

Take the show on the road! Here are some Jessamine County places to entertain a few friends:

City/County Park

Camp Nelson Civil War Heritage Park

Visit

Once the weather warms up, you'll want to get in your pool as soon as possible! We are here to help! Our pool opening service will get your pool running and ready for summer. All you need to do is dive in.

The Family That Cares For Yours

Over 10 years ago, the Hill family started Comfort Independent Living, a non-franchised business with a mission to provide high quality in-home care that promotes independence and improves quality of life for individuals needing extra assistance in everyday life Comfort Independent Living strives to provide the highest standard in personalized service to encourage independence and improve the quality of living for those needing assistance with daily life tasks.

Adam, Alecia, Kayla, and Haley have a long history of non-medical care through different avenues Adam's parents owned a handicapped adult daycare center for years, which is where they originally saw the urgent need for in-home, non-medical care in the Central Kentucky area Adam Hill said this about working with family, “Working with family is the most rewarding and, at the same time, challenging things we have ever done

But sharing the same goal of spreading kindness and hope as a family has brought us closer than ever When I was 14 I helped take care of my grandfather as we were lucky enough to have him home for his final resting moments It was challenging for my family but we all came together as a team for him daily This stands true for my family today We come together as a team to provide help for families and allow them to continue to love each other in the comforts of their own home We strive to be a helping hand to every family we meet ”

Recently, they opened a location in Brannon Crossing here in Nicholasville. “We originally came to Nicholasville because of it’s small town charm and close-knit culture, which are things myself and Alecia highly sought after for a place to raise our children," said Adam Hill, owner "Additionally, what better of a place to start our family owned small business! We wanted to start off in a community we knew valued family as much as we do ”

Comfort Independent Living provides free in-home evaluations in order to get to know each of their clients as well as possible before carefully matching them with their caregiver and plan of care For more information about the different services offered by them, just simply visit their website comfortindependentliving com and click the "Care Services" tab

YOUR HEALTH…

TIPSFORCLEANINGUPYOURDIET

The first place my mind goes when someone tells me to clean up my diet is, "I don't need that type of negativity in my life" However, the tips I'll share with you here are such that you will be able to easily incorporate into your daily eating habits, to make slightly better choices, that result in positive healthy changes

You've heard it before but "Eat Your Veggies!" It's an easy way to "add" to your diet without having to restrict Then limit your processed foods Processed is really anything that isn't in its most natural state For example bread is made out of several ingredients Each ingredient in bread is the whole food form Bread itself is not in it's whole food form it is processed

Which leads me to my next tip: eat foods that are whole Like I said up there, whole food is the most natural form of the food The potato is the whole food, the chip is not If the food you're about to eat has been modified in any way from its original version it's not a whole food and it's makes the biggest difference in cleaning up your diet

I'll stop here because I wholeheartedly want you to live your life and enjoy yourself this Spring! Local farmer's markets are a great way to find and enjoy fresh, locally grown, food

O C A L C H A R I T Y

WAYS TO SUPPORT

During the holidays, it’s a bit easier to remember the local charities supporting those who need a little love, compassion, and support. However, the good people running charitable organizations work year round to make Jessamine County a better place. Here’s how you can help if you feel called to do so.

Jessamine Co. Homeless Coalition

Johnny Templin

Jessamine Co. Food Pantry

Paul Huber

Revive Ministries

Todd Johns

JCS Homeless Education Program

Shainey Marcus

Justin’s Place

Allie Barnett

Manna Meals

Nicholasville United Methodist

Ampersand

Lord’s Legacy

Hope’s Embrace

Renee Basham

LJessamine Co. Humane Society Breaking Free Ministries

LeAnn Prout

Jessamine Co. Animal Care and Control

Often, many organizations need monetary help in order to get the resources they need and rely on us for assistance.

Many organzations need clothing to assist those in need. Generally seasonal clothing, blankets, socks, underwear, and shoes go a long way.

Money Clothing Blankets

In colder months, blankets and coats are hugely important for keeping people and animals warm as temperatures drop.

Volunteer Time

Having a charitable mission often means that because money is limited and the aim is to give as much money back to the cause as possible, charities rely on volunteers to help their organizations run smoothly

Food

Many charities strive to provide food for community members who have trouble providing meals for themselves and their families Many charities require non-perishable canned goods. Animal shelters may need food for their strays in the form of dog and cat food. Best to call local charities to get their exact needs.

Dear Reader,

Nicholasville is growing and we are gaining new businesses and new neighbors! It's important we show them just how awesome of a place this is to live! As we move into Spring, join us at the Nicholasville Performance Park for some great music and fun. From Spring markets, to Easter service, it's the perfect time to get out in Nicholasville and share the season with your neighbors.

Pete Sutherland

Dear Reader,

Wilmore soon will be getting ready for Spring with street banners, hanging baskets, flower beds and lots of activities and events taking place over the next several months. Businesses are gearing up for warm weather and invite you to Shop Local here in Wilmore. Come visit – we look forward to seeing you! Want to keep up with all things Wilmore? Go to www.wilmore.org and sign up for the monthly ENewsletter.

Harold Rainwater

Letter from Our Wilmore Mayor

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Fitness

Good Health Fitness | 156 Imperial Way, Nicholasville, KY 40356 | 859-881-0067 | www.goodhealthfitnessky.com

Dining

Raising Canes Chicken Fingers | 551 Keene Centre Dr., Nicholasville, KY 40356 | 859-881-0000 | Order online at raisingcanes.com

The Dixie Cafe and Quick Stop | 108 Keene-South Elkhorn Rd., Keene, KY 40339 | 859-885-0191 | thedixiecafekeeneky.com

The Public Well | 859-887-0400 | 104 S York St., Nicholasville, KY 40356 | publicwellky.com

Healthcare

CHI St. Joseph Jessamine | 1250 Keene Rd., Nicholasville, KY 40356 | 859-887-4100 | chistjosephhealth.org

Comfort Independent Living | 859-552-7958 | 126 Langley Dr., Nicholasville, KY 40356 | comfortindependentliving.com

Revive Life House | 859-881-4505 | 800 S. Main St., Nicholasville, KY 40356 | revivelifehouse.org

Jessamine County Health Department | 859-885-4149 | 215 E Maple St., Nicholasville, KY 40356 | jessaminehealth.org

Bluegrass Family Vision | 859-971-2211 | 181 E Brannon Rd., Nicholasville, KY 40356 |eyedoctornicholasville.com

Outdoor

C & S Pool Services | 859-305-1677 | 233 Two Oaks Dr., Nicholasville, KY 40356 | cspoolsky.com

Hall's Farm and Feed | 859-885-4980 | 201 Etter Dr., Nicholasville, KY 40356 | feedstorenicholasvilleky.com

Lawson Tractor and Implement | 859-854-3500 | 6829 US HWY 127, Stanford, KY 40484 | lawsontractor.com

Home Improvement

Winner's Circle Painting | 859-585-6623 | 121 Dewey Dr. Ste C, Nicholasville, KY 40356 | winnerscirclepaint.com

Precision Spray Foam | 859-621-7763 | precisionsprayfoamky.com

Charity

Jessamine Co. Food Pantry |859-312-4003 |104 S 2nd Street., Nicholasville, KY 40356 | jcpoodpantry.org

Wedding Vendors

Agape Fields | 1422 Beaumont Road, Nicholasville, Kentucky 40356 | 859-621-2006 | flowers@agapefields.com

Financial

Edward Jones Advisor: Morgan Murray | 859-881-8246 | 504 N Main St., Ste E., Nicholasville, KY 40356

Monticello Banking Company |

City/County

Chamber of Commerce | 859-887-4351 | jessaminechamber.org

City of Nicholasville | 859-885-1121 | 517 North Main St., Nicholasville, KY 40356 | nicholasville.org

City of Wilmore | 859-858-4411 | 210 S. Lexington Ave., Wilmore, KY 40390 | wilmore.org

Visit Jessamine | 859-305-6040 | visitjessamine.com

Jessamine Co. Fiscal Court | 859-885-4500 | 101 N Main St., Nicholasville, KY 40356 | jessamineco.com

Internet Service Providers

Kinetic by Windstream | 208 Blueberry Ln, Nicholasville, KY 40356

Marketing

105.9 JESS FM | 116 N Main St., Nicholasville, KY 40356 | 859-885-JESS

Jessamine County Living Magazine | 116 N Main St., Nicholasville, KY 40356 | 859-402-3974

Rev Local Digital Marketing - Holly Lewis | 859-608-0810 | hlewis@revlocal.com

Electric Services

Mr. Electric of Central Kentucky | 85-545-4366 | mrelectric.com/central-kentucky

Retail Kentucky Branded | 859-273-1022 | 3801 Mall Rd. #105, Lexington, KY 40503 | kentuckybranded.com

Elusive Crane Graphics | 859-241-6064 | 2201 Lexington Rd., Nicholasville, KY 40356

Churches

Immanuel Baptist Church | 859-685-3200 | 3100 Tates Creek Rd., Lexington, KY 40502 | to stream live: ibclex.com

Generations Church | 859-885-7574 | 981 S Main St., Nicholasville, KY 40356 | g2c.net

Printing Services

Warner's Printing Service, LLC | 859-881-0636 | warnersprinting.com

The 7Cs of Marketing

How to Create a Comprehensive Marking Plan

As businesses fight to create a place in the market for themselves, the key to success falls into a necessary evil: marketing. Marketing is the action or business of promoting and selling products or services, including market research and advertising. In order to market your goods and services effectively, it's crucial to understand who you're talking to and why. With remembering these 7Cs, you'll be able to successfully market your business, and know that you understand what you're trying to do, and not simply throwing money here and there... We've all done it. So, I'm here to help.

Clients - Before you can sell what you've got, it's imperative that you understand your audience. Who are you trying to target? What do they look like? What do they do for a living? What is the key demographic? Niche it down as much as possible, because if you're talking to everyone, you're talking to no one.

Convenience - In today's fast pace world, customers want to do business as easily as possible. When asking someone to do business with you, make it as convenient as possible for them so that they are more likely to take action, over and over.

Competition - The fancy pants word I use for this is USP (Unique Selling Proposition), but simply put: why should I do business with you and not your competitor? You should not only know who your competitors in the market are, you should know how you differentiate yourself from them. Research them, what are they doing that you like? What are they doing that you can do better? What can or will you say that your competitor can't or won't?

Communication - This is something you start in-house and work into your marketing efforts. With whom do you like doing business? I'm willing to bet they are transparent and honest. Start communicating with your current and potential customers early and often.

Consistency - With radio, I preach this a lot! Your potential customers aren't 100% in the market for your product or service all the time. The market ebbs and flows. You can advertise your washers and dryers to me all day, but I'm not in the market for one right now. However, since your advertising remains consistent, you'll find that once I'm in the market for that, I'll think of you first. Don't get discouraged because you "tried" a medium out for a while and didn't get the results you wanted. Stick with it. Promise.

Creative Content - Here's another one that gets me going in radio. The most important aspect of any marketing campaign is a great creative! What you say and how you say it makes all the difference in brand likability, retention, and if your call to action inspires people to move toward doing business with you!

Credibility - You can build this with an effective marketing strategy! You are an EXPERT in what you do! Show us! Tell us why! Once you build the coveted credibility front, you then have to keep it, and that ensures long term success and helps your whole marketing strategy WORK!

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