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Meth Seized, Parolee Arrested Again
In 2010, John Goodnight, a Paducah resident, was convicted of Engaging in Organized Crime, Trafficking Methamphetamine, and other offenses. That investigation was conducted by the McCracken County Sheriff’s Department Drug Division. He was ultimately sentenced to twenty years in prison. He was released from prison and placed on parole in 2014. On July 21, 2015, he was again arrested for Trafficking Methamphetamine and placed in the McCracken County Regional Jail.
Detectives with the McCracken County Sheriff’s Department Drug Division had gained information during a previous investigation that John Goodnight of Oaks Road in Paducah, was selling methamphetamine from his residence. During the subsequent investigation, detectives gained
evidence that meth was being sold from a body shop on Oaks Road which was also being used as Goodnight’s residence.
At approximately 10 PM on July 21, 2015, detectives and deputies executed a search warrant at 823 Oaks Road. During the service of the warrant, John Goodnight and George Thompson Jr. were arrested. Over 20 grams of Crystal methamphetamine was located in the residence as well as marijuana, meth paraphernalia, digital scales, stun guns, and further evidence of methamphetamine trafficking. Detectives seized more than $2300 in cash (believed to be proceeds of illegal drug sales), three vehicles and motorcycle during the execution of the search warrant. The seized vehicles are believed to have been purchased with proceeds
of illegal drug sales.
John Goodnight, 43 years old, was charged with Trafficking Methamphetamine Over 2 Grams 2nd or Subsequent Offense and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. George Thompson Jr., 44 years old, was arrested for Possession of Methamphetamine and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia after Methamphetamine, syringes and a meth smoking pipe were located on his person. The seized Methamphetamine has an estimated street value of $2000. Individuals with information pertaining to illegal drug crimes can contact the McCracken County Sheriff’s Department Drug Division directly at 270-448-1516 or 270444-5157.
Kentucky State Police to present active shooter training on campus Murray State Police and local officers will participate MURRAY, Ky. — Campus safety is the primary interest of Murray State University and its police department. With that in mind, the department contacted the Kentucky State Police Special Response Team (SRT) to request addi-
tional training in the latest techniques used for an active shooter event on campus. The training will be held on Monday, July 27, in the Business Building on Murray State University’s campus. It is designed for not only Murray State police officers, but for local law enforcement officials as well who may want to
participate. It is notable that this is the first time the SRT team has given training in far western part of the state. “The commander of the team applauded our initiative and agreed that his unit should train with our officers,” Roy Dunaway, interim chief of the Murray State Police Department (MSPD), said. “The
state team is sending four members to facilitate the activity as more of a one-on-one exercise. The SRT team has not trained with city or county officers here, so this creates an unprecedented opportunity for all of our local officers to receive professional training from a nationally renowned specialized team.”
Recently, active shooter training was held on campus by the MSPD for the entire Murray State community. This new training will enhance that effort to make the university an even safer environment for students, faculty, staff and visitors.
CEMETERY RESTORATION IN WESTERN KENTUCKY MOUNT, INC. DIRECTORS MEETING
The MOUNT, Inc. Directors met on Sunday afternoon, July 25, 2015. Discussed was the purchase of a lawn mower for the cemetery cleanups and enlistment of
more volunteers from church youth groups and students from Ballard Memorial High School. Refreshments served were the traditional cemetery lunch of delicious
grilled hot dogs and hot brownies. Handouts from the Kentucky Historical Society were given out to directors for review and discussion later; “Adopt a Cemetery Program” and the “Pioneer Cemetery Program” Progress reported on Watwood Roach Cemetery cleanup was one more Saturday of weed eating needed then, re-set approximately 34 stones. One
of our workers is trying to obtain more help for us to complete this project. Our plan is to work in the Holt Holman Duncan Cemetery in September, located off Ogden Colvin Circle, north of the Needmore Community and we have several very grown up small cemeteries lined up for October. We have a FONDAW descendant from Colorado in our area visiting and researching
the FONDAW line. The plans are to write a book about the FONDAWS. We are looking for a USED self-propelled walk behind mower for the cemeteries … hopefully, a heavy duty mower and reasonably priced … we would love to have a zero turn mower but, cost would be more than our budget can afford. Please LIKE our facebook page; Cemetery Restoration in Western Kentucky.
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BRIEFS BLANDVILLE RURAL FIRE DEPARTMENT’S TRADE DAY AND HOMECOMING Blandville Rural Fire Department will host their Trade Day and Homecoming on September 5, 2015 beginning at 8am. The Blandville Day Pageant is being held at Blandville Baptist Church. For more information contact Carolyn Rails Stowell on Facebook. There will be several vendors and the BBQ will be on sale around 10am.
DONATIONS NEEDED FOR THE BIG BROWN TRUCK PULLS SPECIAL OLYMPICS TEAM The special Olympics team is asking for donations for door prizes. The truck pull is on August 1. If you would be interested in making a donation contact Coach Randy @ 270-331-2775.
Football boosters to hold pancake breakfast on Aug. 1
The Ballard Football Boosters will have an all-you-can eat pancake breakfast on Aug. 1 from wood trees, send a 7-10 a.m. at Smokey D’s $10 membership con- Restaurant in LaCenter. tribution to: Ten Free Cost is $5. Dogwoods, Arbor Day Foundation, 100 Arbor Ave., Nebraska City, NE 68410, by August 31, 2015, or join online at E-mail a arborday.org/august
Receive 10 Free White Flowering Dogwood Trees By Joining the Arbor Day Foundation in August Nebraska City, Neb. – Add color to your landscape year-round by joining the Arbor Day Foundation in August. Everyone who joins the nonprofit Arbor Day Foundation with a $10 donation will receive 10 free white flowering dogwood trees through the Foundation’s Trees
for America campaign. The trees will be shipped postpaid between October 15 and December 10, depending on the right time for planting in each member’s area. The 6- to 12-inch trees are guaranteed to grow or they will be replaced free of charge. Planting instruc-
SNIPS AND TANGLES WELCOMES A NEW STYLIST Chrissi Price is replacing Nicole due to her and Andrew moving to Somerset, Kentucky. Chrissi is 22 years old and graduated from WKCTC Cosmetology School in December of 2014.
tions are enclosed with each shipment of trees. “Dogwood trees will add color and beauty to your yard throughout the year, with their showy spring flowers, scarlet autumn foliage, and red berries that attract songbirds in the winter,” said Matt Harris, chief executive of the Arbor Day
Foundation. New members of the Arbor Day Foundation will also receive The Tree Book, which includes information about tree planting and care, and a subscription to Arbor Day, the Foundation’s bimonthly publication. To receive the free white flowering dog-
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BARDWELL MAN GETS DUI WHILE ON A LAWN MOWER BARDWELL, Ky. (WKRN) – Kentucky State Police arrested a man for driving his lawn mower on U.S. Route 51 while drinking alcohol Saturday evening. According to a news release, Phillip Bright Jr. was driving his lawn
mower through Bardwell with an open container of alcohol in hand. When police arrested Bright and put him in the back of a police cruiser, he became combative and kicked out the back window of the car. Bright was booked into
the Graves County jail and charged with driving under the influence, resisting arrest, assault of an officer, and possession of an open container of alcohol.
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Kathi Jerrell Bobo, 63, of Paducah, died Wednesday at Lourdes Hospital. Kathi was born in Paducah on July 7, 1952 to the late Theron Wallace Jerrell and Wilma B. Hook Jerrell. She and her husband, Rick, enjoyed camping at Smith Bay and Hillmans Ferry where they also fished. They also had participated in several bowling leagues at Cardinal Lanes, where she also worked for many years. She took great pride in her flowers that she grew and spent many hours tending tothem. She was also a big fan of Kentucky basketball. She will be missed by her beloved dogs, Paris, Rascal, and Roamer. She is survived by her husband of 43 years, Richard “Rick” A. Bobo, Jr.; daughter, Arminda Lee Bobo of Paducah; grandchildren, Amber Nicole Reid, Caitlin “Cat” Alaina Reid, and Richard Michael Robertson; great-grandson, John Mark Reid; sister, Linda Ellen Dorsey and husband Robert of Kevil; mother-in-law,
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Jessica A. Kickasola, 19, of Raywick, KY, formerly of West Paducah, passed away tragically in a single vehicle accident on Thursday, July 23, 2015 at 5:35 a.m. in Lebanon , KY. Jessica was born November 30, 1995 in Paducah Ky. She attended Heath High School where she graduated a year early. Jessica was loved by her family. She loved life and those in her life. She had a great love of animals, her horse, Rebel, and her dog, Max and Amy her Cat. Jessica also loved the music of Johnny Cash and Elvis Presley. She was a blessing to all who knew her. She is survived by her parents, Jennifer Tucker of Raywick, KY, and Sam Kickasola of Brookport, IL. Grandparents, Judy and Bill Pease of Lone Oak, KY, and Lula Bell and Dan Kickasola of Brookport, IL, and multiple cousins and friends. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, July 26, 2015 at Milner & Orr Funeral Home of Paducah with her cousin Philip Farris officiating. Burial will follow at Woodlawn Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be held from 12:00 p.m. until the service time of 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, July 26, 2015 at Milner & Orr Funeral Home of Paducah. You may leave a message, light a candle or share a song tribute for the family at www.milnerandorr.com. To send flowers or a remembrance gift to the family of Jessica A. Kickasola please visit our Tribute Store.
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Mary Theda Bobo; niece, Kim Renee Cruse; nephew, Barry Dale Edwards. She was preceded in death by her parents. Memorial services will be held at 3pm Saturday with Rev. John Hagan officiating. Memorial visitation will begin at 1pm Saturday. Contributions may be made to Creatures Great and Small, Post Office Box 9173, Paducah, KY 42002. You may leave a message, light a candle, or share a song tribute at www.milnerandorr.com.
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Nature / Ag cinating, and at an early age, I began drawing. My five siblings inspired me, although they did not realize it. I would make up stories, and we would act them out. When my brother, Frankie, was in Vietnam, he told some of fellow Marines some of the stories I had told. Upon his return home, he related some of the stories and said that they had gotten a big laugh out of some of the stories. Being able to write and draw is a blessing from the good Lord. Sometime, I will pass along to you, the wonderful, faithful readers of Ballard Weekly some of the stories, and will ask for your opinion.
“Driftwood” Ramblings on Real Estate By Larry and Kim Kelley RIVER COUNTRY REAL ESTATE lkelley1944@gmail. com /270-983-1021/ kimkelley60@yahoo. com 270-853-4574 This week we are going to talk about “property management” and “auction services!” In addition to our listing, marketing, and selling property for sellers, and helping buyers to find and purchase property, and renting homes to folks who do not care to purchase at this time, we also offer “property management services” and “auction services.” If you or your family own rental property, either commercial, residential, or farmland, you may want to consider discussing with us our property management service. Our family has owned land and real estate in our area for 100 years, and we have had over 50 years of experience in managing real estate of all kinds: residential, commercial, farmland, hunting and recreational land, and other types of real estate. We work for owners who may live away from here, and need “boots on the ground” to manage property in our area, so that they do not have to worry about it. Other clients may be local folks who are elderly and who do not want to worry about managing their property, so they ask us to assist them. Other cases involve estates where the property will eventually be sold, and the estate settled, but in the meantime, there is the need for management, especially if it’s rented, etc. Whatever your situation, we’ll be happy to discuss helping you manage your real estate. Our services are similar to other property management firms: We take charge of the property in every respect, maintaining it, renting it, collecting the rent, paying all related expenses, paying the owner each month, and keeping precise records of all income and expense for the owner’s tax returns. Our fee for this service is reasonable, and comparable to the management fee charged by other property management services in our area.
Our clients tell us that they like not having to worry about personally taking care of their property, especially those who own residential rental property. There can be lots of hassles and headaches in dealing with residential renters, and many folks just don’t want to do that themselves. They like just getting their check each month, and leaving the rest of it to us!! Another service we offer is complete auction service, as Larry is a licensed Principal Auctioneer in Kentucky, in addition to being a licensed real estate broker. We have organized and carried out auctions of real estate, and also personal property (furniture, household, etc.) for many folks in our area over the years. In addition to the standard “public auction” we also offer “sealed bid auctions” which often are the best way to sell certain types of real estate, especially farmland. Like all other auctioneers in our area, we can also offer “online” auctions, and other techniques to make sure that you get the “top dollar” for your property being auctioned. If you are interested in either of these additional services we offer, either property management, or auction services, please contact us. And as always, if you have real estate to sell or rent, or if you are a buyer or renter looking for real estate, contact us and we’ll be happy to help you. Our family has been doing real estate services of all these types for over FIFTY years, and would love to assist you as we’ve assisted others in this area!
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experts noticed a trend in what our vendors are selling, what consumers are buying and what their very own kids want to wear. Experts examined the top kids clothing and accessory purchases and determined that popular trends from the 70s, 80s, 90s and 00s are definitely are coming back around! Below are the results for purchases in Kentucky: • The top overall decade purchases made in KY was…80s! • The top item from a decade purchased was 80s Leggings! • O v e r a l l , Kentucky ranked 19th nationally in purchases from the 80s • Overall top items bought in Kentucky from each decade include… o 70s: flower child revival is holding true with Casual Floral Dresses being bought the most o 80s: material girls are still buying Leggings followed second by Tunics o 90s: so minimal, so into Sweatshirts and Hoodies, which are the top seller for Bluegrass State kids o 00s: skater chic is still trending with lots of Tank Tops being scooped up
Double-crested Cormorant
Usually seen flying low over the water or floating along is the Doublecrested Cormorant, Phalacrocorax auritus. These birds are fairly common along all the major waterways and lakes in this area. If one looks in some of the bird books however this part of the country is listed as a winter haven or migratory stop. As seen in this photo though, they do have breeding colonies in Western Kentucky. These cormorants are pretty easy to recognize. When setting in water they ride low in the surface and usually fly just above the water surface. They dive to catch fish and after feeding may be found perching on some surface with wings spread to dry out. The name Doublecrested comes from two tufts of feathers on each side of the head. However these tufts are only seen during breeding season. Nesting colonies are usually found over water or perhaps on small islands. Nests are constructed mostly of sticks and anywhere from one to seven eggs are laid. Depending on the season and location one to two broods may be raised. Feeding almost exclusively on fish they are well equipped with webbed feet to aid in diving for the capture. Cormorants have less oil for their feathers than other water birds. This is one reason they set so low in the water and LARRY AND KIM when taking off to fly look like they are runKELLEY, RIVER COUNTRY ning on the surface until they can gain flight. This REAL ESTATE is also the reason they can frequently be found Froggie's setting with their wings Reflections stretched, drying them out. by Kay Presson One of the most mem© 2015 Jack Glisson of orable things I learned WWW.kentuckyupclose. to do was to read. The Paducah Sun Democrat com (now The Paducah Sun) Back to school seahad the funny pages, now son is here and kids called the comic strips fashion styles are or cartoons. Folks, at looking very familiar the age of three years, I to some parents. learned to read, and have been reading the Paducah At zulily, an online Sun for 65 years. retailer focused on helpI sincerely believe ing customers discover reading is very import- special finds every day, ant. There were comic our fashion buyers and books that were very fas-
2 BEDROOM, 1 BATH HOME, DECK, CARPORT, SWIMMING POOL Great 2 bedroom home, 1263 Court St., Wickliffe, with possibility of converting the dining room into a 3rd bedroom. Located in nice neighborhood of Wickliffe, near town and shopping, but feels like "in the country." Ideal starter home for young couple, or retirement couple home. Or great investment for rental property with Verso and the river industry jobs in Wickliffe! Well maintained, ready to move into! Very comfortable family room with fireplace, deck, carport, swimming pool, much more.
Democrat Andy Beshear says he would create a division in the attorney general's office to crack down on child abuse if he is elected as Kentucky's attorney general in November. Beshear presented a seven-point plan Monday to combat child abuse. He said Kentucky has one of the nation's highest child abuse rates. Beshear said the child abuse division would bring together investigators, prosecutors and policy experts. The division would work with local prosecutors and law enforcement to punish child abusers, sexual predators and human traffickers. He said state law regulating caretakers should be extended to include summer camps. His plan also calls for a review of the state's foster care system.
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3-4 Bedrooms, Case Circle Very nice 3 BR, 2 bath home, with a “bonus room” which could be 4th BR, kids play room, family room, or whatever you like! Great neighborhood!
NICE BRICK HOME, OVERLOOKING THE TWO GREAT RIVERS! You have got to see this cute 2 BR, 1 bath brick, 103 Tennessee St., Wickliffe, overlooking the confluence of the two “great rivers” the Ohio and the Mississippi! Owner has moved out of state, and must sell! Come see and make offer! Features hardwood floors. Front porch could be closed in for sunroom, with the fantastic river view! Must see to appreciate! Call today!
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School Little Lady Bomber tutorials, can supplement volleyball camp will classroom learning. be Aug. 17-18 The Ballard volleyball program will have camp for girls in grades 3-5 on Aug. 17 and 18 from 3:30-5 p.m. in the Ballard Memorial High School gym. High-school players will walk to Ballard County Elementary and escort the girls back to the high school. Parents will need to send a note to school giving permission for this, and then pick up their daughters at the BMHS gym at 5 p.m. on both evenings. Cost is $30 per player, and each participant will receive a t-shirt. Drinks and a light snack will be provided, along with free admission to the Aug. 21 home varsity/junior varsity volleyball game with Community Christian Academy. Camp participants will be showcased at play between the older girls’ games on that night. Deadline to register is Aug. 14. For more information, or to register, please contact Adam Solomon at adam.solomon@ballard.kyschools. us. Registration forms will be available at Bomber Bash on Aug. 8, and will be sent home with students during their first week at school.
Mental Tricks to Help Raise Grades ( S t a t e P o i n t ) Maintaining strong grades in every subject can be tough on even the brightest of the bunch. This is especially true these days, as students routinely are taking on more extracurricular activities and part-time jobs while enrolled in school. Students looking to grasp complicated class material -- and still have time left at the end of the day -- can stand to benefit from tried-and-true systems for learning, say experts. “Every student from a young age should learn speed reading, speed math and mnemonics,” says Harry Edelson, venture capitalist, managing director of Edelson Technology Partners and author of the new book, “Positivity: How to be Happier, Healthier, Smarter, and More Prosperous.” Edelson, the son of an illiterate Russian immigrant, attributes his triumph over childhood poverty and success in the classroom and business world, to the adoption of key mental tricks and a positive attitude. In “Positivity,” he delves into how others may follow suit. Here he shares a few insights. Speed Reading Speed reading allows a reader to take in written material much more quickly than traditional reading. While those wishing to improve their speed reading skills once had to attend seminars or enroll in a course, now lessons are widely offered online. Free software, as well as apps available for download to your phone, can offer training in this useful art. Speed Math Like speed reading, speed math can help students finish their homework faster and with more precision. Additionally, learning this skill offers students a deeper understanding of mathematical operations. A range of books on the subject, as well as online
Mnemonics So much of school testing involves the need for recall and recitation, especially as schools nationwide adopt Common Core Standards. Mnemonics are a classic and effective method of memorization and information retention. Depending on the material, students can turn to existing mnemonic devices or create their own. Positive Thinking “I consider myself to be very lucky. I have been happy all my life even though I started out as poor as a child could be,” says Edelson, who says positivity can lend itself to success. “Take control of your senses, determine to be happy and develop a frame of mind that will make you and all those around you happy.” For an edge this semester, don’t reinvent the wheel. Consider first the academic techniques and personal philosophies that have worked so well for others.
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STATEPOINT CROSSWORD THEME: CELEBRITIES
ACROSS 1. Assists, usually in some wrongdoing 6. O in XOXO 9. Pro follower 13. Policeman's club in India 14. Australia's version of ostrich 15. Floor it? 16. *NHL Legend Bobby Orr 7. Dashboard acronym 18. Administer an oil 19. *Beliebers' object of affection 21. *Jay-Z's other half 23. Facsimile 24. Top-rated 25. Trinitrotoluene 28. Huey, Dewey or Louie 30. What concert crew member does? 35. Agitate 37. *Republican Karl 39. Saddam Hussein's Islam 40. Iris container 41. *"Gossip Girl" 43. Explore by touch 44. Mutilates 46. Affirm 47. *ESPN's Bayless 48. Correspondence friend 50. *Underwood or Clarkson 52. 7th letter of Greek alphabet 53. "____ we forget" 55. Mom-to-be's date 57. *"Friend" in the tabloids 61. *1976 Olympic decathlon champion 64. Request for Santa Baby 65. *Eisenhower's nickname 67. Wing it 69. Imposter 70. Orchestra's spot 71. Mia ____ 72. Original home of the Saxons 73. Emergency responder 74. Approvals
DOWN 1. Vatican vestment 2. Tip of a fishhook 3. Purse to go with gown 4. Rick Riordan's "The Lightning _____" 5. *Stand-up comedian who goes by one name 6. M¸nchen mister 7. Strike caller 8. Louisiana culinary staple 9. a.k.a. "The Biggest Little City in the World" 10. Seaport in Yemen 11. Barber's supply 12. On the safe side, at sea 15. Employees, e.g. 20. Land beyond suburb 22. Junior rank of commissioned officer 24. Scandinavian liquor 25. *Presidential candidate 26. Less bright then supernovae 27. In connection with something relevant 29. RC, e.g. 31. Male sheep in Britain, pl. 32. Above "Don't tread on me" 33. Without illumination 34. *Princess' little sister 36. "A Christmas Story" leg 38. Augmented 42. Lose ground 45. Chips variety 49. *He played a wolf in a suit 51. Cause for a trip to insane asylum 54. "____ hunt" or "fool's errand" 56. Empower 57. Pharaoh' cobras 58. *Neil Armstrong's employer 59. Wild goat 60. Uncontrolled swerve 61. New York ball players 62. Building extensions 63. Ready for picking 66. *KhloÈ's sister 68. Art degrees