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Wedding fun creates big laughs for a great cause By Jennifer Corbett The News Standard Meade County EMS cordially invited Meade Countians to the union of Ms. Lamartha Jones and Mr. Mammo Graham. It was a night where two people pledged themselves to each other with

eternal happiness … with men in dresses? Meade County EMS held its first “A Womanless Wedding: Joining in Wedlock” last Thursday, at the Farm Bureau Building. There was not an empty seat in the house as people piled in by the dozens to see “Ms. Lamartha Jones

and Mr. Mammo Graham” show their love for each other, along with many of their friends and family members. Considered Jeanne Wise’s “brainchild,” the event had everything a usual wedding would have, except this time people didn’t have to pay

as much money. Decorations at the event were donated by Teresa Peters and Nancy Basham from Personal Touch Designs, Edna Johnson designed the bride’s dress, Jerry Greenwell taped the event, Rodney Shelton

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A shotgun was on hand to make the wedding move forward.

Students earn while they learn

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The Rescue professionals instruct students at Meade County Vocational School.

Meade County bids farewell to a familiar face

By Jennifer Corbett The News Standard Alex Dougherty has always thought to go into a field where he could help people. Though when his father was hospitalized, he knew immediately which path he wanted to take in life. “If it weren’t for the paramedics, he probably wouldn’t be alive today,” Dougherty said.

By Jennifer Corbett The News Standard Bruce Soderstrom has accomplished a lot in 33 years, leaving behind a legacy in Meade County that not many people can compare to. By the last day of school, Soderstrom will retire as band director at for Meade County schools after shaping almost 3,000 young minds. One of his co-workers, Assistant Band Director Matthew Williams, along with the band boosters, felt that Soderstrom should be honored for his time and dedication to Meade County. So they planned a reception for him May 12 from 3:30 to 6 p.m. at Stuart Pepper Middle School. He will also help conduct an alumni concert May 9 at Meade County High School’s auditorium starting at 3 p.m. “The alumni concert on Sunday is really an opportunity to just get everyone back and a chance to see each other and play with each other one last

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Budget troubles loom over state Casey Tolliver The News Standard

Kentucky Gov. Steve Beshear announced last week the possibility that crucial state programs may be shut down after members of the General Assembly failed to pass a state budget. In a press release last week, Gov. Beshear cautioned that the closures would happen if state lawmakers failed to agree on a state budget by July 1. The governor warned all Kentucky State Parks, all tourism programs, the Cabinet for Economic Development and Office of the Medical Examiner could be stifled,

See FINALE, A5 Meade County High School Band Director, Mr. Bruce Sodertrom plays the National Anthem at his final home basketball game. FILE PHOTO

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Ky. law aimed to track domestic violence offenders Casey Tolliver The News Standard

A new law enacted last week could potentially further protect victims of domestic violence. Last Wednesday, Gov. Beshear signed House Bill 1, or “Amanda’s Bill,” into law. Under the law, judges will now be allowed to require domestic violence order violators to wear global positioning systems, or GPS, tracking devices. The law will also increase the continuation of unserved 90-day emergency protection

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WHAT’S INSIDE •FFA holds annual banquet and say goodbye to seniors, A11 •Brandenburg Pharmacy fill Rx needs, A12

INDEX Agriculture, A11 Business, A12 Court News, A4 Classifieds, B6 Faith, A7 Games, B4 Obituaries, A6 Outdoors, B10 TV Guide, B5 Youth, B8

Several inches of rainfall over weekend makes region soggy Casey Tolliver The News Standard

Local weather over the weekend turned soggy as storms drenched the county with rain. A few Meade County roads near rivers and creeks flooded, but those roads typically flood and there were no unusual or major flood related issues in Meade County according to Director of Meade County Emergency Management Agency Ron Dodson. Parts of Meade County, north THE NEWS STANDARD/CHARLOTTE FACKLER of Payneville, received nearly The amphitheatre in downtown Branden-

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burg was swallowed by the rising water of the Ohio River.

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Friday, May 7, 2010

Local tavern receives a sprinkle of Irish flavor By Casey Tolliver The News Standard Irish eyes were smiling in Meade County last weekend after a local tavern received a makeover. O’Connor’s Irish Pub, which opened its doors for the first time on April 7, had a grand opening last Saturday on Derby day. The pub, formerly Cedar Grove Tavern, is the culmination of owners Becky O’Connor and Todd Richardson, who was an employee of Cedar Grove Tavern. The bar, which was closed for six weeks as construction crews overhauled the entire structure, received an upgraded new look. “It’s kind of different for everyone,” O’Connor said. “It’s a lot more comfortable setting.” The building, which was completely renovated, was at one point stripped down to only four walls. The day of the grand opening, Kentucky Derby activities were playing on the five large, flat-screen televisions hung on the walls in nearly every corner of the bar. Like many other bars, the pub features pool tables and electronic games. The bar offers several Irish beers, such as Killian’s, Smithwick’s and Guiness, as well as many domestic beers. In traditional pub fashion, a menu of hearty meals will be offered, although

Wedding From page A1 provided the music for the night, and Martin Bosimer donated catering dishes. Wise said she got the idea for this event from attending a womanless wedding in Irvington, Ky., which was put on by her friend David Alexander. Besides watching such a unique wedding, guests were able to participate in a cake auction, sign-in on a guestbook, eat food, drink refreshments and donate money for luminaries. At first, people told Wise the idea wouldn’t be a success. “I thought OK, lets have a womanless wedding,” Wise said. “Several people told me it wouldn’t work and no one will come.” Wise, along with her fellow co-workers at Meade County EMS, put on this event in order to raise money for their Relay for Life team. This event is especially important to them since one of their own, Larry Singleton, has recently begun his battle with cancer. “We started this team be-

they haven’t decided whether to serve authentic Irish food. They want to keep the place as classy yet authentic as possible. The beer companies aren’t allowed to garnish the walls with the typical neon signs found in other bars. Only Irish themed or tastefully rustic signs to fit the ambiance are allowed on the walls. One of the pub’s several unique features is the reason it exists. Becky’s husband Michael O’Connor, who at one time operated Cedar Grove Tavern with Becky, passed away last December. Becky and Michael, who met at the bar when it was still Cedar Grove Tavern, ended up running the tavern together for nearly five years. Michael, who was proud of his Irish ancestry, had a fondness for Irish-themed pubs. O’Connor and Richardson, who was a close friend of Michael’s, decided that transforming Cedar Grove Tavern into an Irish pub would be the best way to pay tribute. The message “Dedicated to the loving memory of Michael O’Connor”, painted on one of the walls, reminds people that each beer served and each meal ordered helps keep the memory of Michael alive. “It’s something I know he would be proud of,” Becky said. “It’s what he

wanted.” O’Connor, who taught algebra at North Hardin High School for 12 and a half years, dedicated the bar to her husband’s memory the day of the grand opening. Richardson, who works on the river, was not always able to be there to see the construction process in its entirety. O’Connor would send him updated photos throughout the building process, but stopped just short of sending him a photo of the completed building in order to give the element of surprise. “There was that ‘wow’ factor,” Richardson said. “When I walked in, I was like ‘whoa.’ It’s something to be proud of.” Buffalo Spring Construction, of Brandenburg, was one of several companies involved in the reconstruction of the pub. Todd’s brother, Jack Richardson, owns the company. Patrons of Cedar Grove Tavern are returning to their old stomping ground after the construction dust has settled and admiring the building’s new look. “There has not been a single person who hasn’t walked through that door and said how awesome it is,” O’Connor said. O’Connor ’s Irish Pub is located at 3875 Brandenburg Rd., and is open 11 a.m. to midnight, Monday through Friday and 10 a.m. to midnight on Saturday.

cause we’ve always wanted to be apart of relay,” said Dawn Wise. “This is personal for us.” Fellow team member and paramedic Becki Miller thought this wedding would be a fun event for Meade County. “This is a really cool event,” Miller said. “We really have tremendous support from the community.” That support also equated to numerous local officials and business owners who decided to give their time in a little different way. Many men tossed their tuxedos and uniforms aside to don dresses, heels, daisy dukes and wigs. Lamar Jones, a sergeant with the Radcliff Police Department, played the role of “Ms. Lamartha Jones,” and he said he wasn’t the least bit nervous of people seeing him in a wedding dress. “I’m just glad to do it for a good cause,” Jones said. “Anything for Relay for Life.” Jones had to go through two fittings to make sure his dress, which was made of lace curtains, fit him. He admitted that the process of getting everything together was a lot of work. “I really don’t like the

makeup,” Jones said laughing. “Women go through a lot to get married.” The full wedding party included: MC: Mike Cummings; DJ: “Rocking Rod” Rodney Shelton; Guest Registrar: Digger Adams (Billy Adams); Justice of the Peace: Brother “Savem” Robbins (Steve Robbins); Bride: Ms. Lamartha Jones (Lamar Jones). Mother of the Bride: Pookie Joy Joyner (Ronnie Joyner) Father of the Bride: Big Daddy Papa Barr (Pat Barr); Groom: Mr. Mammo Graham (Mike Wise). Mother of the Groom: Geraldine Chapman (Gary Chapman); Father of the Groom: Ol’ Tom Tilly (Thomas Young). Ring Bearer: Nugget Williams (Dr. Mike Williams); Flower Girls: “The Biopsy Twins” Mary Kate and Ashley (Dr. Bill Denton and Larry Naser). Best Man: Crusher Mullins (Cole Mullins); Maid of Honor: Twinkie Staples (Tony Staples); Bridesmaids: Scarlet Bogard (Scott Bogard); Jowlene Johnston (Dr. Jason Johnston); Tee-Z Robinson (Dr. Adam Robinson); Groomsmen: Pimp Daddy Matti (Todd Matti); Barney Fife Rogers (Bryan Rogers); Skee-

ABOVE: O’Connor’s Irish Pub, formerly Cedar Grove Tavern, unveiled its new look after a grand opening on Saturday LEFT: Becky O’Connor, co-owner of the pub, places keepsakes of her husband on a table before a ceremony dedicating the pub to his memory. BOTTOM LEFT: Employees of O’Connor’s Irish Pub mingle with patrons at the grand opening after their shift ended.

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(Troy Seelye); Tootsie Roberts (Kelly Roberts); Harriet Davidson (Harold Davidson); Herberta Chism (Herbie Chism); Davida Pace (David Pace); Stella Porterfield Heslep (Stan Heslep); Sassy Secret Sutton (Jason Sutton); Honeybun Hager (Miker Hager); Sweet Cakes Miller (Jeremy Miller); Mitzy Pike (Matt Pike); Ginger Crebessa (Steve Crebessa). Participants in the event got to choose whom they wanted to dress up as and politicians set their campaigns aside. “Everybody has been such

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a trooper,” Wise said. Even Wise’s son Adam was involved in the event as a bridesmaid. “I always wanted a daughter,” Wise said jokingly. “I guess I could have one for a few hours.” Thus far, Meade County EMS has raised $1,390 from the cake auction and $3,600 from ticket sales alone. As of right now, Wise said she doesn’t know if they will have this event again in the future. But she did say there are talks of a possible “manless wedding.”

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Jim Waters Bluegrass Beacon While speaking at a recent Bluegrass Institute reception in Lexington, U.S. House Minority Leader Rep. John Boehner expressed sadness about — and a determination to fight — congressional efforts to trash the Constitution. Getting rid of a government agency after it’s up and running is hopeless. Likewise, once unconstitutional laws such as the recent health care mandates get forced upon people, it’s “impossible to put the genie back into the bottle,” said Boehner, R-Ohio. It’s not that Boehner isn’t doing his part to try and stuff the genie back into the bottle. He’s just being brutally honest. How can the Constitution be re-assembled once it’s been shredded to bits by an administration that thinks we need a “new” Declaration of Independence? My 5-year-old will tell you: “Humpty Dumpty can’t be put back together again,”

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stuffed back into the bottle, but it usually gives you three wishes. Here are mine: Voters will sound the trumpet this May and November. The message will be loud and clear: Replace earmarks with balanced budgets, “educrats” with great schools and passionate teachers and out-of-touch politicians with representatives who don’t see taxpayers as their gravy train for a lifetime. Constitutionality of bills would become the norm rather than the exception. Our founding document has been maligned, ignored or just plain forgotten. Yet, citizens naively wonder why we now have a federal government out of control and sovereign states so addicted to money they receive from Washington that they lack all strength to resist. We as a country and commonwealth would “have a new birth of freedom — and that government of the people, by the people, for the people, shall not perish from the earth.” As Lincoln said, we still have “unfinished work” to do.

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fallen into the ash heap of history. Add to the mix constitutionally illiterate leaders who claim the tyrannical health care legislation is policy that would make our founders proud, and you have a dangerous precedent. On the other side are those fueled by freedom’s fire, committed to being good citizens, engaged parents, responsible stewards of limited fiscal resources and helping those in need out of personal choice, not government coercion. Their approach has led to the most prosperous nation in history with the icing-onthe-cake residual effects of breaking chains of totalitarian enslavement worldwide. If anyone does “God’s work,” it’s them. You want to help those in need? A Chinese proverb offers a much better answer than any government program in Washington or Frankfort and the enslaving, entitlement mentality permeating the citizenry: “Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day. Teach a man to fish and you feed him for a lifetime.” Maybe the genie can’t be

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despite valiant efforts of “all the king’s horses and all the king’s men.” Am I giving up? No. I told the TEA partiers in Owensboro, Henderson, Madisonville and Paducah during the past few weeks that “I only have one flag, and it’s not a white one.” Rather, consider this warning: America is at a crossroads. Could that great Kentuckian and President Abraham Lincoln have been peering into the future when he spoke words about the civil war that claimed more American lives than any foreign conflict in which we have become entangled? Now we are engaged in a great ideological civil war, “testing whether that nation or any nation so conceived and so dedicated, can long endure?” On one side: those who would not hesitate to take bread from the mouths of those who earn it to give it to those who don’t – known as “wealth redistribution.” Many on this side really believe they are compassionately doing “God’s work.” Remember, regimes built on such philosophies have

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In the case of the new Arizona immigration law, the reductio ad hitlerum occurred instantly. Cardinal Roger Mahony wrote in a blog post, “I can’t imagine Arizonans now reverting to German Nazi and Russian Communist techniques.” The president of the Hispanic Federation said the law “reminded me of Nazi Germany.” Cooler heads merely compared it to apartheid or 1960s-era civil-rights abuses. And here I thought the tea partiers were befouling America’s political discourse with their overheated words. They don’t hold a candle to his eminence or the assorted other hysterics decrying the rise of totalitarianism in the American Southwest. Arizona’s offense is to attempt to enforce the nation’s immigration laws, in the absence of any serious commitment to do so on the part of the federal government or our political class. The Arizona law makes it a state crime for aliens not to have immigration documents on their person. This sounds draconian, except it’s been a federal crime for more than half a century — U.S.C. 1304(e). Has the open-borders crowd forgotten that it calls illegal aliens “undocumented” for a reason? Police officers asking for papers may be redolent of old World War II movies. But consider the offending provision: “For any lawful contact made by a law enforcement official or agency of this state ... where reasonable suspicion exists that the person is an alien who is unlawfully present in the United States, a reasonable attempt shall be

Once again, Mother Nature has tested our resolve. At least four people are dead and families and businesses across Kentucky are beginning the difficult task of cleaning up after thunderstorms last weekend caused widespread flooding and damage. My thoughts and prayers are with those who lost loved ones and as a result of these storms. On May 3, Gov. Steve Beshear declared a state of emergency in response to the storms. The emergency declaration triggers several consumer protection measures that will be in place for 30 days. It also empowers me to investigate and prosecute, where appropriate, those who sell gasoline, generators, building supplies, chain saws, hotel rooms and other necessary goods

and services at exorbitant prices in a time of disaster. I have put Kentucky businesses on notice that price gouging will not be tolerated in Kentucky. I will not allow families that have been hurt by this storm to be victimized a second time by unscrupulous individuals who prey on their vulnerability. In fact, I launched a pricegouging investigation in the wake of Hurricane Ike and the subsequent windstorm that swept across Kentucky in September 2009 that resulted in recoveries of more than $100,000 involving eight retail gasoline stations in seven Kentucky counties. I encourage anyone with specific information regarding possible price gouging to e-mail pricecomplaints@ag.ky.gov or call my Consumer Protection Hotline at 888-4329257. I also urge Kentuckians who have suffered storm damage to follow these important tips: ·Never pay in advance for repair work or materi-

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made, when practicable, to determine the immigration status of the person.” Hitler would be crestfallen. This hardly reeks of extremism. It means the vast majority of requests for documentation will occur in the course of other police business, like traffic stops. The police already have the power to stop illegal aliens, which the Arizona courts have upheld; they already can ask about someone’s legal status (the U.S. Supreme Court noted in 2005 that it has “held repeatedly that mere police questioning does not constitute a seizure” under the Fourth Amendment); and they already can detain illegal aliens. The Arizona law strengthens these existing authorities. Will they be abused? Upon signing the law, Arizona Gov. Jan Brewer issued an executive order for a training program on how to implement it without racial profiling. No matter what her intentions, of course, it’s unavoidable that Latino citizens will be questioned disproportional; nationwide, 80 percent of illegal aliens are Latino, and the proportion in Arizona must be higher. Arizona has an estimated 460,000 illegal aliens out of a population of 6.6 million. They impose countless millions in schooling, health care and incarceration costs, more than $1 billion a year in one estimate. Arizonians needn’t, and shouldn’t, tolerate this. Critics accuse the state of unconstitutionally devising its own immigration policy. If it had unilaterally declared its border open to the poor, violence-plagued country to its south, this charge might have force. Instead, it seeks only to enforce the nominal immigration policy of the United States. Perhaps the federal government should try it sometime. Rich Lowry is editor of the National Review.

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Sometimes publishing an article is a hard decision for a newspaper to make. It’s the duty of a newspaper to inform its readers, but occasionally we are teetering between informing and encouraging. In last week’s issue of The News Standard, an article was ran about a new law banning the use, possession and cultivation of the plant salvia divinorum. We took the risk of possibly teaching people a new way to get high. We decided the bill was too important not to report. The newsworthiness of the article took precedence over the chance of stimulating a few unscrupulous people. Reading a newspaper article about a new drug that has recently been banned may encourage somebody to try that drug, but that’s not our intention. Many more people have been informed about the fact that the drug is out there, the dangers of the drug and the punishments that await those found with the drug. Walking the tightrope between informing readers and encouraging degenerate or unsocial behavior is a dangerous game. But if the good outweighs the bad, it has to be done. Sure, unwitting people now know that a drug is out there, but parents and police are no longer in the dark about a dangerous substance and know to be on the lookout. The media takes the heat for many things, and sometimes deservedly. But the fact remains, newspapers still are an information outlet and have responsibility. When an article like the salvia bill runs, there’s the chance that someone may break the law and try the drug. However, the media shouldn’t be blamed for misguided decisions made by an individual who gained information about something taboo. Instead, the actions of an individual are based on common sense, and that gained from just one article.

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Bonnie Barr, aka Viola Y. Barr, by and through her attorney-in-fact Thomas B. Barr, to Wilma R. Rinehart, aka Wilma L. Rinehart, lot 27 of Longview Estates, deed tax $15. Joe Bewley, aka Joseph Bewley, and Traci Bewley, to Lee Bewley and Victoria Bewley, lots 1 and 2 of Hager Subdivision. The Ronald L. and Barbara J. Greenwell Trust, to Paul D. Wilson and Martha W. Wilson, lot 11 of Gobblers Knob. Sam Richardson and Rebecca Richardson, to Tom Vittitow, lot 2 of Meadow Woods Estates, deed tax $15. Larry Raley and Joy Raley, to David Raley and Tabitha Raley, lot 59 of Patchwork Estates, deed tax $20. Gladys I. Carrico, to Terry Lee Carrico and Earl P. Carrico, Jr., property located in Meade County. Kentucky Neighborhood Bank, Inc., a Kentucky Corporation, to Bradley K. Lovin and Leslie Lovin, lot 6 of John Swan Estates, deed tax $180. Neil Pike and Mark K. Pike, to Donnie E. Webb and Alice J. Webb, lot 18 of Doehaven Subdivision in Meade County, deed tax $146. Marty Claycomb and Cathy Claycomb, to Gene McGehee and Connie McGehee, lot 19 of Buckler Knobs, deed tax $8. Anne Roberts Herrington and Glenn Herrington, Robert H. Roberts and Victoria S. Roberts, to Judy Tighe and Robert C. Tighe, property located in Meade County, deed tax $15. John W. Pirtle, Jr., and Brenda Pirtle, to William D. Kent and Judy C. Kent, property located in Meade County, deed tax $30. Matthew A. Barnhill, to Nathan W. Sexton and Heather D. Sexton, lot 21 of Ashcraft Estates, deed tax $26. Marty Claycomb and Cathy Claycomb, to Nancy E. Davis, lot 23 of Coyote Forest Subdivision, deed tax $22. Dianna Rapier, fka Dianna Hoefield, to Bryon D. Butler and Melissa Butler, tract 57 of Creek View Estates, deed tax $117.

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Eric Mills and Crystal G. Mills, to Joseph Eric Mills and Betty S. Mills, property located in Meade County. Amanda J. Fourhman, to Joseph Myers, property located in Meade County, deed tax $78.

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4/27/10 Domino’s Pizza, 757 ByPass Rd in Brandenburg. 100 percent food. 4/27/10 Fox and the Hound, 193 Payne Rd in Ekron. 100 percent food. 4/28/10 River Ridge Marathon, 630 River Ridge Plaza in Brandenburg. 94 percent food. 100 percent retail. Food: cleaning utensils stored on absorbent towel and hot case was at 137 degrees. 4/28/10 Huddle House, 751 ByPass Rd in Brandenburg. 92 percent food. 97 percent follow-up score. Food: gravy at 140 degrees, green beans 160 degrees, grits 140 degrees, personal drink cups not covered, not test strips for chlorine sanitizer, build up on floors, mops improperly stored. 4/28/10 Mr. Gatti’s, 584 By-Pass Rd in Brandenburg. 89 percent food. Food: sausage 42 degrees, onions 30 degrees, cheese 40 degrees on pizza prep table, dishwasher to 130 degrees, hair restraints needed in food prep area, dumpster lids missing, floors around food equipment unclean, some walls have build up, ceiling tiles stained, shelving observed with build up in walk in cooler, and sink by dishwasher leaking. 4/28/10 Clark’s Tavern, 8440 Rhodelia Rd in Payneville. 93 percent food. Food: well chlorenator not working, floors unclean by ice machine and cold units in food prep area, wall behind three comp sink unclean, ceiling about three comp sink stained. 4/28/10 Meade County Senior Center, 1200 Old Ekron Rd in Brandenburg. 99 percent food. Food: table top used in prep area has chipped spots, which is not easily cleanable.

Brandenburg Police

4/24/10 12:51 p.m. Nathaniel C. Keith, of Payneville, was driving a

1999 Ford F150. Brandon C. Saylor, of Vine Grove, was driving a 2006 Ford Ranger. Saylor was traveling on Old Ekron Road. Keith states that he was going straight across the road from Armory Place to Kroger access road and pulled into the path of Saylor. No injuries were reported. Report BPD10034 was filed by Officer Singleton. 4/24/10 3:23 p.m. William L. Mobley, of Brandenburg, was driving a 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. Gregory R. Strobel, of Brandenburg, was driving a 2008 Dodge. Strobel was traveling on KY 448. Mobley was coming out of the Anchor House parking lot. Strobel stated that he tried to avoid Mobley by steering into the center turn lane. Mobley continued and collided into the side of Strobel. First aid was given at the scene by Meade County EMS. Report BPD10035 was filed by Officer Singleton. 4/26/10 3:46 p.m. Todd C. Saylor, of Brandenburg, was driving a 2001 Toyota Camry. Michael S. McCollum, of Corydon, was driving a 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. McCollum was parked in the Kroger parking lot. Saylor hit McCollum and left the scene. An unknown witness provided McCollum with the license plate number of the other vehicle. Saylor was later located. Saylor said he was pulling into the parking space next to McCollum. Saylor stated that he brushed into McCollum, but did not think he had done any damage. Saylor then left the scene. No injuries were reported. Report BPD10036 was filed by Officer Singleton. 4/22/10 3:16 p.m. Holly C. Poole, of Brandenburg, was driving a 1996 Honda Accord. John P. Wilson, of Brandenburg, was driving a 1999 Saturn LS-Sedan. Poole stated that she had turned to look at city workers to see what they were doing with a fire hydrant. She stated that when she turned back around, she noticed Wilson was stopped in front of her and was unable to stop before colliding into the rear of Wilson. No injuries were reported. Report BPD10037 was filed by Officer Whited. 4/29/10 1:05 p.m. Joshua B. Curtsinger, of Vine Grove, was driving a 1984 Chevrolet S10. A witness states that a white pick up backed up and struck the right rear of Curtsinger and fled the scene. The license plate number she got was 968 KYJ. No injuries were reported. Report BPD10038 was filed by Officer Whited.

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4/16/10 5:02 p.m. Freida R. Brown, of Brandenburg, was driving a 2001 Lincoln Continental. Bridget N. West, of Brandenburg, was driving a 2003 Dodge Stratus. West was south on KY 933 at Buttermilk Falls Road in a construction area. Brown was operating south on KY 933. A flagman had stopped West, and Brown failed to see West and struck her in the rear. No injuries were reported. Report 10-0079 was filed by Officer Hendley. 4/20/10 7:01 a.m. Troy A. Wilson, of Vine Grove, was driving a 2004 Ford Ranger. Wilson was south on Hobbs Reesor Road and a deer ran into the roadway. Wilson struck the deer, which caused minor damage to his vehicle. No injuries were reported. Report 10-0081 was filed by Officer Hendley. 4/16/10 3:07 p.m. Edward Fields, of Brandenburg, was driving a 1990 Nissan Axxess. Fields was east on KY 1638 and a vehicle was stopped to make a left turn onto KY 933. Fields failed to see the vehicle stopped and when he noticed the vehicle he hit his brakes and slid off the roadway and struck two road signs. No injuries were reported. Report 10-0082 was filed by Officer Hendley. 4/21/10 4:47 p.m. Lisa J. Rowan, of Vine Grove, was driving a 2001 Mitsubishi. Gregory J. Rainey, of Big Clifty, Ky., was driving a 2000 Dodge. Rainey was slowing to make a left turn from east KY 144 into a parking lot. Rowan was east bound on KY 144 behind Rainey. Rowan struck Rainey in the rear. No injuries were reported. Report 10-0083 was filed by Officer Wright. 4/22/10 12:58 p.m. Joann J. Abbott, of Vine Grove, was driving a 2007 Lincoln town car. Abbott was east on Flaherty Road, approaching the drive of 1566 Flaherty Road. An unknown vehicle exited 1566 Flaherty Rd failing to yield the right of way to Abbott. Abbott maneuvered her vehicle to avoid collision —causing Abbott to run off the roadway and strike an earth embankment. No injuries were reported. Report 10-0084 was filed by Officer Ponder. 4/23/10 3:27 p.m. Clifford T. Goldsmith, of Louisville, was driving a 2001 Hyundai Sonata. Richard A. Little, of Brandenburg, was driving a 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. Goldsmith and Little were both being operated westbound on Owensboro Highway. Little was overtaking several vehicles in a passing zone. While Little was in the eastbound lane, Goldsmith attempted to change lanes into the eastbound lane to pass slow moving traffic. Goldsmith then struck Little causing Little to spin off the road and strike an earth embakement. Goldsmith then continued down the road and pulled off approxi-

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mately two miles from the accident. A passerby told Little that Goldsmith was down the road. Little and the witness stated that Goldsmith returned to the scene just prior to the arrival of an officer. The witness confirmed this account of the collision. No injuries were reported. Report 10-0086 was filed by Officer Rogers. 4/24/10 10:29 a.m. Branden S. Nevitt, of Brandenburg, was driving a 2007 Pontiac G6. Nevitt was east on KY 1638 when a piece of metal had fallen off of a white Ford F-250 pulling a trailer. Nevitt swerved to miss the piece of metal and lost control and slid across the roadway and struck a mailbox at 4100 Old Mill Road. The Ford truck that was pulling the trailer did not stop. No injuries were reported. Report 10-0087 was filed by Officer Hendley. 4/24/10 3:43 p.m. Janay C. Mclain, of Vine Grove, was driving a 2007 Saturn. Brandon L. Owen, of Vine Grove, was driving a 2006 Chevrolet. Owen was backing into a parking space at the Flaherty Service Center. Mclain was backing out of a parking place and backed into the left side of Owen. No injuries were reported. Report 100088 was filed by Officer Wright. 4/24/10 7:36 p.m. An unidentified vehicle was south bound on KY 941. The vehicle traveled off the right side of the roadway in a right curve. The driver went through a fence and left the scene before an officer arrived. According to the property owner, the vehicle was a newer model red Chevrolet truck. No injuries were reported. Report 10-0089 was filed by Officer Wright. 4/26/10 7:30 a.m. Robert D. Logsdon, of Payneville, was driving a 1996 Buick Electra. Logsdon was operating north on KY 79. Logsdon stated he swerved to avoid a dog in the road. Logsdon lost control and went off the road to the left and hit a guide wire. Logsdon then hit an earth embakment at a private drive before coming to a final rest. First aid was given at the scene and the injured were transported to Hardin Memorial Hospital. Report 10-0090 was filed by Officer McCubbin. 4/28/10 7:30 a.m. James W. Straney, of Vine Grove, was driving a 1988 Chevrolet C/K 1500. Justin B. Morgan, of Brandenburg, was driving a 1998 Chevrolet Beretta. Straney was operating south from a private drive onto KY 144 East making a left turn. Straney was under the influence. Morgan was operating west on KY 144 at an unsafe speed. Straney failed to yield to the right of way by pulling out in front of Morgan. Morgan struck Straney in the left side with his front doing damage to both vehicles. No injuries were reported. Report 10-0092 was filed by Officer McCubbin.

District Court 4/21/10

Carol Ammons Ford, 39, unauthorized use of motor vehicle-1st offensepled not guilty, pretrial conference 4/28/10. Justin W. Henry, 18, theft by unlawful taking/disp-all others; receiving stolen property under $500- pled not guilty, preliminary hearing 4/28/10 Justin W. Henry, 18, truancy –

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student 18 but not yet 21- pled not guilty, pretrial conference 4/28/10. Karen R. Schork, 45, burglary, 3rd degree; receiving stolen property under $500- pled not guilty, preliminary hearing 4/28/10. Karen R. Schork, 45, theft by unlawful taking/disp-all otherspled not guilty, pretrial conference 4/28/10. Terry W. Stewart, 38, burglary, 3rd degree; possession of marijuanapled not guilty, preliminary hearing 4/28/10. Ryan A. Williams, 18, theft by unlawful taking/disp- all others; receiving stolen property under $500preliminary hearing 5/12/10. Michael Edward Kurtz, 32, 4 counts of theft by deception include cold checks under $500- pled not guilty, pretrial conference 5/26/10. Mary E. Bishop, 22, alcohol intoxication in a public place-1st and 2nd offensepled guilty, $25 fine. Danny C. Ashby Jr., 36, dogs to be vaccinated against rabies; dogs to be licensed; local county ordinancepled not guilty, pretrial conference 4/28/10. John Denny Barnes, 35, possession of marijuana; use/possess drug paraphernalia, 1st offensepled guilty, pretrial conference 5/19/10. Christine M. Galuszka, 41, driving on DUI suspended license-1st offense; use/possess drug paraphernalia, 1st offense, 1st offensepled not guilty, pretrial conference 5/19/10. Joseph Dwayne Salle, 33, theft by unlawful taking/disp-all otherspled not guilty, pretrial conference 4/28/10. Tammy Lanette Smiddy, 39, theft of services- failure to appear, send court notice 4/28/10. James Michael Strasshofer, 25, speeding 15mph over limit; disregarding traffic control device, traffic light; fleeing or evading police, 2nd degree; carrying a concealed deadly weaponpled not guilty, pretrial conference 5/12/10. Douglas L. Long, 22, failure of owner to maintain required insurance/ security, 1st offensepled not guilty, pretrial conference 4/28/10. Joshua Michael Higgins, 29, speeding 15mph over limit; failure of non-owner to operator to maintain required insurance, 1st offense; no/ expired registration plates. Richard Lee Robinson, failure of owner to maintain required insurance/ security, 1st offensepled guilty, 90 days probated for 2 years, $100 fine; no/expired registration plates- dismiss with proof. Douglas L. Long, 22, improper start from parked position; failure of owner to maintain required insurance/security, 2nd or greater offensepled not guilty, pretrial conference 4/28/10. Kory R. Medley, 19, speeding 26mph over limit/greater- defer 12 months; reckless driving- amend to improper equipment, $150 fine. Sam Pocock, 31, unauthorized use of motor vehiclue-1st offensepled not guilty, pretrial conference 4/28/10. Shawna A. Patterson, 30, speeding 10mph over limit- continue 5/19/10; failure of owner to

maintain required insurance/security, 1st offense- dismiss with proof. Leslie Lyn King, 52, 5 counts of theft by deception include cold checks under $300- pretrial conference 4/28/10. Leslie Lyn King, 52, non-payment of fines- show cause hearing continue 4/28/10. Leslie Lyn King, 52, 2 counts of theft by deception include cold checks under $500- pretrial confer-

ence 4/28/10. Richard E. Swink, 46, 7 counts of theft by deception include cold check under $500- pretrial conference 10/20/10. Terry L. Keith, 46, possession of marijuana; use/possess drug paraphernalia, 1st offensepled guilty, 6 months probated after 10 days jail, 2 years probation.

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Elect Iraqi Veteran

Chris Williams

Constable District 1

“It’s all about law enforcement, not politics” Paid for by Chris Williams for Constable District 1

ELECT

James

Perguson

5th District Constable “Genuine desire & determination to serve.” My Community Involvement

• Ekron Fire Department since 2001 • Technical Rope & Cave Emergency Response since 2000 • TRACER Safety Oﬃcer • Volunteer & DJ for the Ekron Days Fes val • Assist with Relay for Life

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• Married to Sarah Powell • Journeyman HVAC Service Technician with the Pipefi ers Local 502 • Co Owner of Happy Hour Produc ons • Graduate of Meade County Area Voca onal & High School

As your constable I will work closely with the Sheriﬀs department, con nue with training courses and have a dedicated mobile phone line. By patrolling and following up on the concerns of our neighbors I hope to deter vandalism and make our district a place where you can feel safe walking our streets. Thank you for your support and vote in the May Primary. Paid for by James Perguson

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1ST District Magistrate Which includes the Woodland, Grahampton and Muldraugh Precincts (Woodland and Grahampton residents vote at Flaherty Elementary School and Muldraugh Precinct residents vote at Muldraugh Elementary School.)

• Experienced, reliable and energetic • A graduate of the Meade County School system. • College educated • Born and raised in Meade County and continually involved in the community. • Promote small businesses in Meade County. • Tax incentive to industry that locates in Meade County. When you travel down the roads of the 1st District and see a Chris Cottrell campaign sign, it is only because I was asked to give them one. Signs don’t vote – People vote. Because of this, you will not see any of my signs located in the right-of-way of our county roads. I prefer to speak to you face-toface and shake your hand. If I miss you and do not get that opportunity, ask someone who has and you’ll be glad you did. Becoming your magistrate in the 1st District will allow me to represent you and become even more involved in the community and in Meade County. You can call me direct on my cell phone at (270) 668-3771 or my e-mail address is cottrell_christopher@hotmail.com. I am available 24 hours a day.

Chris Cottrell

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NEWS

Friday, May 7, 2010

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Voter registration figures set for primary election Submitted by Secretary of State Kentucky will have 2,851,996 citizens appear on its voter rolls for the May 18th primary election. That is slightly lower than the record set during the 2008 general election, which totaled 2,906,809. There were 2,857,231 citizens registered to vote in the 2008 primary election and 2,709,959 in the 2006 primary, the most recent comparable election cycle. We are confident that Kentucky has one of the best voter registration databases in the country, and these registration figures reflect our efforts to ensure a fair and honest election in the Commonwealth, Secretary of State Trey Grayson stated. While we would like to see these numbers in-

Finale From page A1 time,” Williams said. “It’s a nice musical tribute to the career of Mr. Soderstrom.” Once he lays down the title of band director, Soderstrom said the one thing he is looking forward to the most is having more time to participate in activities he hasn’t been able to do. For example, Soderstrom said he looks forward to doing a bit of traveling with his wife Valerie and even helping out his daughter Jessie, who is set to attend Western Kentucky University in the fall. Soderstrom’s love of music began at five-years-old, when his mother taught him how to play a scale. They were also active members in the Salvation Army band and numerous other groups. Once that spark was lit, he knew he wanted to pursue music as a career and didn’t give any other fields a thought. “It was probably more of a given that I would be in music,” Soderstrom said. “I was just involved with it most of my life.” Once he graduated college, Soderstrom was immediately hired in Meade County. He started out as the Assistant Band Director and would teach kids all around the county.

Violence From page A1 orders by six months. Alleged abusers will also be required to stay at least 500 feet from victims. The law also states that DVO violators who attempt to remove court-ordered tracking devices could face felony charges. Police and victims will be alerted if alleged abusers get within 500 feet from their victims.

crease to historic levels, we must also be mindful that our voter rolls must be continually updated to reflect those voters who are deceased, have moved away, or must be removed from the rolls for other lawful reasons. The registration totals are a net decrease of 54,843 voters from those who were registered to vote in the 2008 general election, decreasing the voter rolls by 1.89 percent. In comparison, voter registration figures increased by a net of 16,333, or 0.58 percent, from the 2007 general election to the 2008 primary. Registration figures continued to show little change in the percentage of male and female voters with females representing nearly 53 percent of the registration population

and males representing 47 percent. In terms of party registration, Democrats, Republicans, and others decreased their number of registered voters by 2.65 percent, 0.85 percent, and 0.91 percent since November of 2008, respectively. Democrats decreased their voters by 44,082 to 1,618,011. Republicans decreased their voters by 8,999 to 1,044,872. Others decreased their voters by 1,732 to 189,113. Republicans and others increased their percentages of the Kentucky voter rolls, as they now comprise 36.64 percent and 6.63 percent of Kentucky voters, respectively. That is an increase of 0.38 percent and 0.06 percent since the 2008 general election, respectively. Democrats saw their

Looking back at all his experiences in this field, Soderstrom said the one thing he loved most about his job was not winning a trophy or winning a contest. It was the fact that everyday was different. “It was never the same,” he said. “It’s the day in and day out things that really make a difference.” Whenever Soderstrom steps down as Band Director, the one thing he hopes for is that the program is left in good hands. “Whoever takes over the job, I want to make sure they have a quality program to start with,” he said. Williams thinks Soderstrom’s legacy speaks for itself. “I think he is always going to be remembered as an incredible teacher and an incredible person,” he said. One of the things Williams said he will miss about Soderstrom is his quirky personality and how he genuinely cares for his students. “I think they can pick up on that. That’s one thing students can tell about their teachers,” Williams said. “He’s always very realistic and has the best interest at heart. I think that’s what made such an incredible impact over the years.” When Williams began as assistant band director at SPMS, Soderstrom took

him under his wing and showed him the ropes of the job. “There are some things you can’t learn aside from experience and I feel very fortunate to have someone who’s in that position and knows the ropes,” he said. Throughout his experience working with Soderstrom, Williams said one of the main things he learned was how to remain calm in tense situations. “You know there is no situation that can’t be fixed or can’t be handled,” he said. “I learned not to panic and that getting stressed doesn’t help anything.” Looking back at his time with Soderstrom, one memory sticks out to Williams. It was during his first year as assistant band director and they had taken the band down to Florida. The whole group went to the beach and Soderstrom lost his glasses. So he had to wear goggles until they found a replacement pair. It wasn’t until about an hour later, that Soderstrom mentioned to a student to keep a lookout for the glasses and once the student moved their feet, the glasses showed up right behind him. “He has always been full of humored stories and it’s good to hear,” Williams said. “That’s probably one thing I’ll miss. is his stories.”

The bill, which was sponsored by Speaker of the House Greg Stumbo, was named after former Kentucky state employee Amanda Ross. Ross, who was allegedly shot outside of her house last fall by her fiancée, former Kentucky state Representative and gubernatorial candidate Steven Nunn. Nunn, who is the son of former governor Louie Nunn, has been charged with murder and violating an emergency protective order.

percentage decrease 0.41 percent since the 2008 general election to 56.77 percent. Those percentages have set records in modern Kentucky history with Republicans and Independents being higher than ever before and Democrats being lower. Compared to the 2006 primary election registration figures, there has been a net increase of 142,007 in total voters, or 5.24 percent; 69,568 in Democratic voters, or 4.49 percent; 55,373 in Republican voters, or 5.60 percent; and 17,096 other voters, or 9.94 percent.

Democrats, Republicans, and others represented 57.14 percent, 36.51 percent, and 6.35 percent of the electorate in May of 2006, respectively. Since May 2006, the percentage of the electorate has changed -0.37 percent for Democrats, 0.13 percent for Republicans, and 0.28 percent for others as compared to current percentages of Kentucky registered voters. Secretary Grayson noted that the election’s focus now shifts to getting people to the polls on Election Day. Now that the registra-

tion books are closed, we must work diligently to see that every registered Kentuckian votes in the May 18 primary. Grayson encouraged citizens to utilize the Voter Information Center on the State Board of Election’s Web site to confirm their voter registration status, determine whether they are eligible to vote in the primary, and to locate their polling place. For complete registration statistics and additional election information or to access the VIC, please visit www.elect. ky.gov.

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Soggy From page A1 two inches of rain, while areas of Meade County south of Payneville were hit with more than five inches of rain. Almost every river over central Kentucky is flooding or is going to flood. The Ohio River and several rivers over south central Indiana will rise but stay below flood stage, according to the National Weather Service.

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RE-ELECT SHERIFF

WILLIAM “BUTCH” KERRICK

I, William, “Butch” Kerrick, Sheriff of Meade County, am running for re-election as the Republican candidate for your Sheriff of Meade County. I have stated throughout my campaign that I am not a “politician”; I am a career “Law Enforcement Officer” with over 38 years experience. I have worked hard during my term as Sheriff, to take the politics out of the Sheriff’s office. I feel that I have succeeded in my efforts to accomplish that. My policy is that if you break the law, you should pay the consequences, no matter whom you are. I have proven that, even though it has not been “politically correct” to some individuals. Politicians make promises that they can’t or don’t keep. Some politicians think if you throw enough money at a problem that will fix it. I made promises during my election bid and I have fulfilled those promises while remaining fiscally responsible with your tax dollars. I ran my previous campaign with the slogan “It’s Time for a Change”. I promised to change the Sheriff’s department, and that I have done. These are some of the changes and programs I have implemented during my term:

• 24 hour/7 day a week Law Enforcement Patrols. • Eleven Full-Time Deputies. • Three Full-Time Bailiffs. • Full Time Drug Enforcement Task Force. • Full Time Crime Investigative Detective. • Moving Radar in all Deputy Vehicles. • Mobile Data Terminals in all Deputy Vehicles. • Law Enforcement Agency Agreements, and Mutual Aid Agreements with other Police Departments.

• Community Block Watch Programs. • Confidential Drug Tip Line. • Drug Tip Web Site. • Meade County High School Drug Awareness Scholarship Fund. (Paid for with Drug Forfeiture Money) • Sheriff Inventory Auditing System. • Enhanced Office Computer System. • Returned over Forty Thousand Dollars in Excess Fees to Fiscal Court.

I hope that you, the Citizens of Meade County, feel that myself and my department have served you with fairness, integrity, and professionalism. I would like to thank you for allowing me to serve as your Sheriff for the past three years. I hope that I have proven myself to you and I am asking for your vote in my effort for re-election as your Sheriff of Meade County. Paid for by the William “Butch” Kerrick for Meade County Sheriff Campaign Fund

OBITUARIES

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Shermon L. Mitchell

Dorothy Stribling

Retired SFC Shermon L. Mitchell, 67, of Vine Grove, Ky., died Monday, May 3, 2010, at the VA Hospital in Louisville, Ky. He was a Kentucky Colonel and a lifetime member of the VFW Post #10281 in Vine Grove, Ky. He served honorably in the U.S. Army for 21 years; serving in Korea and two tours in Vietnam where he received numerous awards and decorations. Mitch also served in the capacity of a civil servant at Fort Gordon, Fort Rucker, and Fort Knox for many years. Mitch enjoyed his service as a Master Mason. His last formal lodge association was with the HUB City Lodge in Elizabethtown, Ky. Mitch was preceded in death by his parents, Vanzeleen Kight and Buster Mitchell and adoptive parents Duncan and Ora Baker Mitchell and a brother Ervin D. Kight. He is survived by his wife, Retired (LTC) Evelenia James Mitchell of Vine Grove, Ky.; five daughters, Shermona and Sherlenia Mitchell, Evangelia Jordon, Michelle Burns and Cynthia Mitchell; three sons, Doug, Chuck, and Alphonso Mitchell; and a host of grandchildren. The funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Friday, May 7, 2010, at the Sign of the Dove Church in Radcliff, Ky., with Pastor Edward Palmer and Brother Michael Riley officiating. Burial will be in the Kentucky Veteran’s Cemetery Central in Radcliff, Ky., with military honors.

Dorothy Stribling, 85, of Radcliff, Ky., died Saturday, May 01, 2010, at Hardin Memorial Hospital in Elizabethtown, Ky. She was a U. S. Army veteran of World War II. She is survived by her husband, Lesley E. Stribling of Radcliff, Ky.; a daughter and son-in-law, Leslie and Lane Baehre of Haslett, Mich.; a son and daughter-in-law, Gerald and Phyllis Stribling of Louisville; one brother, Frank Heidenger of South Carolina; two grandsons, David Hill and Zachary (Judie) Stribling; two granddaughters, Karly (R. B. Morris) Stribling and Jolaine (Jeremy) Davis; and two great-grandsons, Dominick Davis and Oona Pearl Morris. The memorial service was held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 5, at Nelson-Edelen-Bennett Funeral Home in Radcliff. The burial will be private at North Hardin Memorial Gardens in Radcliff, Ky.

Margaret Johnson Margaret Johns Johnson, 83, of Brandenburg, Ky., formerly of Orlando, Fla., died May 2, 2010. She was born Jan. 5, 1927, in Jacksonville, Fla., the daughter of Condra Walter Johns and Alma Gordon Johns. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Anthony J. Johnson; a brother, Walter “Bubby Johns”; and five sisters, Louise Johns, Eloise Johns, Lois Bishop, Gerry Cantrell and Jean Levins. Johnson is survived by two daughters, Sandra (Doug) Stone of Brandenburg, Ky., and Sheryl Johnson of Jacksonville, Fla.; and several nieces and nephews. A memorial service was held May 5 at 6 p.m. at Brandenburg United Methodist Church. Rev. Janet Carden and Rev. Jim Robinson officiated the ceremony. The family chose cremation. Burial will take place in Orlando, Fla., at a later date. Bruington-Jenkins-Sturgeon Funeral Home is handling local arrangements.

James A Palmquist James A. “Tank” Palmquist, 58 of Vinegrove Ky., died on April 14, 2010, at Veterans Memorial Hospital in Louisville, Ky. He was born on July 3, 1951, and was a member of the Old Meade County General Baptist Church in Brandenburg, Ky. Those who preceded him in death are his parents, Maurice and Isabell Plamquist and Deborah Kay Palmquist. Survivors include his sons Todd Palmquist of Litchfield, Ky., James Kenneth Fritsch; two grandsons; close friends Patty and Charlie Nelson of Payneville, Ky.; and Todd and Carol Ratliff of Akron, Ohio. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m., Tuesday, April 20, at Arch L. Heady at Resthaven in Louisville, Ky. Burial was in Soldier ’s Circle, next to his wife Deborah Kay Palmquist, with military honors. The service was officiated by Rev. Fuller.

Hazel Daugherty Hazel Dell Daugherty, 86, of Irvington, Ky., died Tuesday May 4, 2010. She was born February 12, 1924, to the late Charlie Glenn & Goldie Mae (Vandergrift) Cundiff. She was preceded in death by her husband Ova Lee “Pete” Daugherty; sister Ruby Daugherty and brother Sam Cundiff. She is survived by her sisters Eva Daugherty of Louisville, Ky., Mary Drury of Brandenburg, Ky.; brothers Elby, Oscar and Charles Cundiff all of Irvington, Ky.; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, May 8 at Alexander Funeral Home in Irvington, Ky. Burial will follow in Cedar Hill Cemetery in Irvington, Ky.

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Friday, May 7 •33RD ANNUAL WAVE REVUE – 7 p.m. at Meade County High School. Visit www.etix.com (keyword: meade) for ticket information. •COOK-OUT – First Federal Savings Bank’s 11th Annual Relay for Life cookout will be from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. or until food is gone. •SPRING FLING/AUCTION – 5-8 p.m. at Muldraugh Elementary School. Fish dinner, games, prizes, and more. Auctioning tickets to Holiday World, Kings Island, Dollywood, merchandise, and much more. •PARR-FRANS CEMETARY ANNUAL BAKE SALE – 9a.m.-3 p.m. at Webb’s Butcher Block and Stull’s Grocery in Payneville. •PULLED PORK BBQ DINNER – 4-8 p.m. at Holy Guardian Angel Catholic Church. 301 High St., Irvington, Ky. Free.

Saturday, May 8 •MEMORIAL YARD SALE – The Danny Bennett Memorial Scholarship Fund will be at Battletown Elem. School from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. •33RD ANNUAL WAVE REVUE – 3 and 7 p.m. at Meade County High School. Visit www.etix.com (keyword: meade) for ticket information. •VINE GROVE SPRING FLING – 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Optimist Park in Vine Grove, Ky. Craft show, flea market, yard sale. “Fit 4 A King” will perform. •TAX ASSISTANCE – 9a.m.-1p.m. at Muldraugh United Methodist Church. Free income tax assistance for families. Call Dan Molnar at 270-828-2606 for more information.

•PARR-FRANS CEMETARY ANNUAL BAKE SALE AND COOK OUT – Bake Sale 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. at Webb’s Butcher Block and Stull’s Grocery in Payneville and cook out 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at Webb’s Butcher Block in Payneville.

Sunday, May 9 •MCHS BAND ALUMNI CONCERT – 3 p.m. in the MCHS auditorium. All former band members are encouraged to attend and play a ‘lite’ concert with the high school band. •CLASSIC CORVETTS KY MEETING – 2 p.m. in the conference room at Nolin RECC at 411 Ring Road West, Elizabethtown, Ky. Corvette enthusiasts are welcome to come and find out about our family-oriented club. Plans include contributions to local charities and fun events. Call Bob Schramm at 270-763-8439 or email him at jaycamper@ gmail.com for more information.

Monday, May 10 •MC COUNTY BOARD OF HEALTH ANNUAL MEETING – 7 p.m. in the community room of the MC Health Dept. •LET’S PLAY! – 6-7 p.m. at the MC Public Library. 270-422-2094 •ZUMBA CLASS – 6:30 p.m. on Mondays and 10 a.m. on Saturdays at Fire Station No. 1 on Armory Place Road in Brandenburg. $5 per class. Call 270-6687284 for more information. •STORY HOUR – 10:30 a.m. at the MC Public Library on Mondays and Tuesdays. For ages 2-6. 270422-2094 •CARDIO X – 3:45-4:30 p.m. at the MC Public Library Annex. 270-422-2094 •BUNCO – 6:30-8:30 p.m. at P.L. Kasey Center, 303 Hillview Drive, Irvington, Ky. $5.00. Concessions sold. Every 2nd Monday of the month. 270-547-7648 •ARCHEOLOGICAL SOCIETY – 1st Monday of the month. 270-828-5169

Tuesday, May 11 •SPRING CONCERT – 7 p.m. in the MCHS gym. Spring concert featuring the SPMS and MCHS bands. Everyone is welcome. •WOMEN’S HEALTH FORUM – 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Hardin Memorial Hospital, 5th floor auditorium. Free. Call 270-737-4464 to register.

Wednesday, May 12 •HEALTH CLASS- 1 p.m. at the MC Health Dept. “Managing Your Meals” Registration is required. 800-280-1601 ext. 1035. •OPEN-HOUSE RETIREMENT RECEPTION HONORING MR. BRUCE W. SODERSTROM – 3:30-6 p.m. in the SPMS commons area. Mr. Soderstrom has given 33 years of service to Meade County Schools. Join us in this open house. Call 270-422-3120 for more information. •LINE DANCING – 7-8:30 p.m. at the Colvin Community Center, 230 Freedom Way, Radcliff, Ky. Every Wednesday. 270-668-7228

Thursday, May 13 •SPRUCE UP YOUR OUTDOOR FURNITURE – 6 p.m. at the MC Extension Office. Pre-registration is requested 270-422-4958 •COMMUNITY DINNER – 5:30 to 7 p.m. at P.L. Kasey Center, 303 Hillview Drive, Irvington, Ky. Carryout available at 5 p.m. $6 for adults. $4 for children 10 and under. Every Thursday. All times are eastern. 270-547-7648

UPCOMING EVENTS May 15 – 1st Annual US 60 Nostalgia Drag, Hardinsburg, Ky. May 22 – CRUZ AID FOR CRUSADE CAR SHOW, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at Meade Olin Park, Brandenburg for Crusade for Children. Music, food, and fun for all. Call Ernie Morris at 270-945-6154 for more information.

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Young children thrive in loving, disciplined homes James Dobson Focus on the Family QUESTION: If you had to choose between a very authoritarian style of parenting versus one that is permissive and lax, which would you prefer? Which is healthier for kids? DR. DOBSON: Both extremes leave their charac-

teristic scars on children, and I would be hardpressed to say which is more damaging. At the oppressive end of the continuum, a child suffers the humiliation of total domination. The atmosphere is icy and rigid, and he lives in constant fear. He is unable to make his own decisions, and his personality is squelched beneath the hobnailed boot of parental authority. Lasting characteristics of

dependency, deep abiding anger and serious adolescent rebellion often result from this domination. But the opposite extreme is also damaging to kids. In the absence of adult leadership the child is her own master from her earliest babyhood. She thinks the world revolves around her heady empire, and she often has utter contempt and disrespect for those closest to her. Anarchy and chaos reign

Building a good marriage is like creating a good bon fire Randy Johnson Pastor’s Spotlight

As a young boy growing up in the rural mountains of West Virginia I had the opportunity to camp out with some of my boyhood friends. We would build a fire at night and sleep close by it. There was a certain knack to building a good fire that will last all night. Just throwing some wood together and setting

it on fire usually didn’t get it. Later in life I discovered that building a good marriage and building a good log fire are similar in many ways. You build a fire with paper and kindling, and all at once it goes up in a brilliantly burning blaze. Then the primary blaze burns down, and you wonder if the fire will fizzle out and leave you in the dark. You blow on it and fan it for all you are worth. Sometimes smoke billows out and almost chokes you, but if the materials are good and if

you invest enough energy and interest in maintaining it, soon the big solid logs catch, and your fire takes on new quality that will last through even the darkest of nights. Proverbs 18:20 “Whoso findeth a wife findeth a good thing, and obtaineth favour of the Lord.” The home is your castle, but it is not a castle without a king, and no king is complete without his queen. Your wife will be delighted to be your queen if you treat her like one. Randy Johnson is the pastor at Brandenburg Church of God.

in her home. Her mother is often the most frazzled and frustrated woman on her block. It would be worth the hardship and embarrassment she endures if her passivity produced healthy, secure children. It typically does not. The healthiest approach to child rearing is found in the safety of the middle ground between disciplinary extremes. I attempted to illustrate that reasonable parenting

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style on the cover of my first book, “Dare to Discipline,” which included a little diagram much like a child’s seesaw, with “love” on one end and “control” on the other and the fulcrum balancing the two. Children tend to thrive best in an environment where these two ingredients, love and control, are present in balanced proportions. When the scale tips in either direction, problems usually begin to develop

at home. Unfortunately, parenting styles in a culture tend to sweep back and forth like a pendulum from one extreme to the other. Dr. Dobson is founder and chairman of the board of the nonprofit organization Focus on the Family, Colorado Springs, CO 80995 (www. family.org). Questions and answers are excerpted from “Solid Answers” and “Bringing Up Boys,” both published by Tyndale House.

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By Wilson Casey 1. Is the book of Lamentations in the Old or New Testament or neither? 2. From Daniel 5, who was holding a feast for 1,000 guests when handwriting appeared on the wall? Job, Belshazzar, Hagar, Hanun 3. Where did Jesus cause demons to go out of two men into a herd of pigs? Appii, Assos, Damascus, Gadarenes ANSWERS: 1) Old; 2) Belshazzar; 3) Gadarenes; (c) 2010 King Features Synd., Inc.

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Followers of the Holy Spirit must fill his presence, be encouraging Dan Newton Divine Guidance

Acts 11: 23 says, “ When he came and had seen the grace of God, he was glad, and encouraged them all that with purpose of heart they should continue with the Lord. ( NKJV ). The Holy Spirit is the Encourager. Anyone who wants to be an encourager of others must be filled with the Encourager as Barnabas was because of the Spirit’s presence in him, he could readily yield to the leading of God.

Our own ego and drive for self-promotion is so strong that only the Spirit can bring about the transformation needed to accomplish God’s purposes. When we build up and encourage others, we know that God is at work in and through us. The fact that Barnabas was good, generous, gracious, and godly was not because of his upbringing or his education or his heritage. It was because he was filled with the Holy Spirit. The same Holy Spirit who indwelt Barnabas is the Spirit who is given to every believer in Jesus. We receive the Holy Spirit when we are born again, and we remain filled with the Holy Spirit

as we confess our sins and yield to His leading in our lives. God wants every Christian to be filled with the Encourager so that we might become encouragers as Barnabas was. The same glory brought to God through Barnabas’ life can be brought to Him through our lives. If you just moved to our area, we invite you to visit with us at Grace Baptist Church. Our Sunday morning service starts at 11 a.m. We invite you to listen to our weekly Sunday radio program on WMMG from 9:30 to 10 a.m. Reverend Dan Newton is the pastor of Grace Baptist Church.

VOTE WITH CONFIDENCE VOTE FOR EXPERIENCE VOTE STAN HESLEP MEADE COUNTY SHERIFF

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Eagle scout, Boy Scouts of America US Army Combat Veteran of Vietnam 40 yrs federal, state, local police training and experience Worked all areas of police work, dispatch, accident investigation, road patrol, crime-theft prevention, crime scene investigations, drug investigations, crimes against elderly and children, and established community policing programs 28 yrs with Meade County Sheriff Dept, as Deputy and Chief Deputy Over 10 yrs experience in local and state disaster response

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I will establish a citizens committee to interview, review, and recommend Sheriff Department staffing I invite members of our younger generation, male and female, to apply to come on the department to ensure a sound future I will increase deputies trained in drug awareness resistance education program in county schools I will establish programs that will focus the full force of the department on the removal of drugs from our county I will fully support neighborhood crime watch programs I will pursue federal grants to fund new programs

I have a plan for your Sheriff’s Department

With your help and your vote, I will establish a county Sheriff’s Department we will all be very proud of!

No one else measures up! If you have questions, call me at 828-3880 Respectfully, Stan Heslep, Democrat Candidate for Sheriff

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Old school style living in new style apartments Home schooling has taken on a whole new meaning in Irvine. That’s because what used to be their school is now home for three residents of Irvine School Apartments. And they love it. “This has got to be the best place to live in Kentucky,” 90-year-old Marguerite Thomas Witt said, while sitting in the school’s old auditorium with two of her closest friends and neighbors. Witt, Wilma Calmes, 83, and Peggy Powell, 76, are not only surrounded by friends in the renovated 17unit building, but by fond memories as well. “We used to love coming to assemblies here,” Calmes said as she looks out over the huge seating area that all agree is little changed. The most significant changes are to their former classrooms, where chalkboards and school desks have been replaced by modern appliances, gleaming painted walls and lush carpet. When the large brick building was opened to students in 1920, there was reason for immediate confusion. According to the name chiseled in stone above the front door, it was called Irvine High School, but always served only grades one through eight. “We’re told it was named

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The old Irvine High was converted into Irvine School Apartments Irvine High due to this part of Irvine being known as the High Grounds,” Powell said, noting wings were added to each end of the building in 1939. Powell added that one of her classrooms was next door to the lunchroom in the basement, a location causing great discomfort. “Only the underprivileged students were allowed to eat in the cafeteria, and it smelled so good we all wanted to eat there,” she said. Students not qualifying for the school lunch program either brought their food, went home or walked to nearby Maupin’s Gro-

cery Store. Some would visit a store in the basement offering snacks alongside pencils, tablets and other assorted goods. It was operated by Arthur Durbin. “We were always saying we were ‘Going to Mr. Durbin’s‘” Calmes recalled. Each school day started with Bible reading and the saying of the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag, they recalled. Wednesday assembly programs were highly anticipated due to such performances as a man with a traveling show featuring monkeys. Recess was special as students gathered to play a game of ring around the

roses or jump rope, weather permitting, on every day but Election Day. They recalled the voting house being near the playground and an area that was off limits to the youngsters. “There were always bootleggers hanging around, trading liquor for votes,” Powell said. Fire drills–the siren remains attached to the front of the building–and days the furnace was inoperable were also highlights. “As much as we loved going to school, it was always special when the furnace wasn’t working because that’s the only time school was called off,” Calmes said. “We prayed a lot that it

Honor thy mother with a tasty, simple to cook meal

By Angela Shelf Medearis The Kitchen Diva My husband’s culinary skills begin and end with making a great pot of coffee. With that in mind, I’ve created a simple Mother’s Day dinner recipe that even a non-cook can successfully follow. Preparing a meal is one of the best ways to show someone you love them. After all, the origin of Mother’s Day is rooted in a daughter’s love and respect for her mother. In 1905, after her mother’s death, Anna M. Jarvis began a campaign to recognize her mother’s work as a community activist and peace advocate, and to honor her memory. It took several years, but in 1914, President Woodrow Wilson signed a bill recognizing Mother’s Day as a national holiday. The House of Representatives also adopted a resolution recommending that officials of the federal government wear white carnations on Mother’s Day. Here’s a simple recipe for pasta with spinach. The step-by-step directions will ensure a successful result for even the most unskilled cook, and create the perfect meal for the Moms we love. Beginner’s pasta with spinach 8 ounces Angel Hair pasta 1 gallon cold water 4 teaspoons salt (for the water) 2 tablespoons olive oil

2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 can (14.5 ounce size) diced tomatoes 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning spice 1 package (10-ounce) prewashed baby spinach 1/2 cup sour cream or feta cheese 2 tablespoons prepared basil pesto To cook the pasta: 1. Fill a large, tall stockpot with the water, turn heat to high and bring water to a boil. 2. When water begins to boil, add the salt. (Adding the salt to the water now is necessary because it’s the time when the pasta absorbs it best. Do not add oil of any kind. Oil will coat the pasta, and the sauce will not stick.) 3. Hold the pasta vertically over the boiling water and carefully slide it into the pot. Lower the heat to medium so the pasta water doesn’t foam up and boil over the sides. As the pasta begins to soften, use a long fork or wooden spoon to push the pasta into the water until it’s submerged. 4. Turn the heat back up to high. Stir the pasta to keep it from clumping together. Stir every few minutes as needed to keep the pasta separated. 5. After 6 to 8 minutes, use the fork or spoon to pull out a piece of pasta. Taste it to see if it is soft, not raw or starchy-tasting. The pasta is done when it is “al dente,” which is Italian for “when it

is right for the tooth,” and refers to the correct cooking point of pasta. If the pasta isn’t done, let it continue to cook another 2 or 3 minutes until it’s soft but firm–not mushy or overcooked. 6. Fill a coffee cup with some of the pasta water and set it aside to use when making the sauce. 7. Place a large colander in the sink. Using potholders to protect your hands, carefully move the pot to the sink. Carefully drain the pasta into the colander. 8. Pick up the colander with the potholders and shake it well to remove any excess water from the pasta. Do not rinse the pasta. 9. Place the drained pasta back into the large pot and start making the sauce. To make the sauce: 1. Using a large saucepan, over medium-high heat, melt the butter and add the olive oil. Add the tomatoes, Italian seasoning and spinach, a few handfuls at a time, and stir to combine. 2. When the spinach begins to wilt, stir in the sour cream or feta cheese and the pesto. 3. Pour the sauce into the large pot containing the drained pasta. Turn the heat to low. 4. Mix the sauce and the pasta together until wellcombined. 5. Use a 1 or 2 tablespoons of the pasta water to thin out the sauce, as needed. 6. Place the finished pasta in a large bowl and serve immediately with garlic bread or rolls. Serves 6. Angela Shelf Medearis is the executive producer and host of “The Kitchen Diva!” cooking show on Hulu.com. Visit her Web site at www.divapro.com. Her new inspirational book is “Ten Ingredients for a Joyous Life and a Peaceful Home – A Spiritual Memoir,” co-written with Pastor Salem Robinson, Jr. (www. dunnsmemorial.com).

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would break,” Powell said, noting that allowed them to stay home and listen to radio programs like Amos & Andy and Lowell Thomas. There were dreaded days too, such as the times when a student had to be reprimanded by Principal Robert Frederick Flege, a tall man who lived to be 96. “We were all scared to death of him, and we didn’t get over our fears until after we graduated, then we loved him,” Powell said, laughing. Another authority figure commanding attention was Landon McDowell, a math teacher noted for having holes in his oftenused paddle. “He was very strict and had these piercing brown eyes. When he raised his eyebrows and bit his lower lip, you knew he meant business,” recalls Calmes. These stories and more are shared daily by the former students as they gather upstairs in what they call their “chat room”, or on benches under a large tree out front. The daily meetings have taken on added importance for Calmes, who became a widow last November. “I didn’t need to go looking for a support group. I had it here,” she says. The trio of good friends, often joined by three or four more residents, also have a routine that includes going

out for breakfast together every Saturday. Seldom does a day pass when they don’t keep each other posted on their plans, which always make for interesting conversation because none act their age. Witt, who took up golf after turning 50, still longs to return to the course. “I’ve got lots of balls, but I need a set of clubs,” the former mail carrier said, also noting she would like to visit Peru and is always ready to go anywhere, anytime. Calmes is scheduled to leave soon for a vacation in Hawaii, and Powell looks forward to having guests come by who know how to play the piano sitting in the auditorium. “None of us can sing or play piano, but we all know how to dance,” Powell said, who also serves as the unofficial jokester of the group and is fast with a quip. Positioning themselves for a group photo after being interviewed for this story, Calmes told everyone to say “sexy” because saying the word will make a person smile. “It just tickles me to death,” Powell said. Columnist Don White has served as editor at several newspapers in Kentucky. His Kentucky Traveler features are published throughout the state. Contact him at thekytraveler.com

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Wouldn’t it be cool if we could magically shift ownership of this stuff, in one weekend, coast to coast, with zero effort, little time, and at no cost. Cool happens on May 15. It’s called Give Your Stuff Away Day and it will work almost like magic, as long as we promote the idea and follow common sense procedures. On May 15, bring your valuable, but unwanted stuff to your curb. Some guidelines: no trash, recyclables, illegal or dangerous items. No food, drugs, chemicals, or weapons. Just safe, valuable items we would like to be donated. Then watch the fun — or better yet, take

a walk and find some free stuff you can use. A few warnings: Give Your Stuff Away Day can get a bit messy, but it’s worth it. Trash hauling expenses could spike that week. But in the long run, fewer items in landfills equate to lower hauling expenses. Local governments won’t like it — until they understand how beneficial it can be. Last month, Connecticut Governor M. Jodi Rell became the first elected official to understand that. Read about it here, and please call Mike Morone if you would like to discuss this event. Find out more at www. giveyourstuffaway.com.

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DO YOU KNOW WHAT HAS HAPPENED IN MEADE COUNTY SINCE JANUARY, 2007? D i Fi During Fiscall C Court we hhave hhad differences of opinions. I welcome and respect these differences. By open discussion we have been able to accomplish the following for all citizens of Meade County:

Charles Coghill

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I am Charles Coghill, running for magistrate of District 1, which includes Muldraugh, Woodland, and Grahampton. I previously served as magistrate from 1994 through 2002. Many things were accomplished during this time. I am looking forward to serving my community again and working with the others of fiscal court. I have lived in Meade County all my life. I was born in Rock Haven and I am a member of Rock Have Baptist Church. I am a certified ombudsman for our local nursing homes. I worked for Louisville Gas and Electric at Muldraugh for 42 years, am now a retiree of 14 years, proud father of two — Jody Coghill and Ellen Hardesty — proud grandpa of three, Erica Coghill, Chase and Luke Hardesty. I am ready to serve my community — working fulltime with the citizens getting road approvals, waterlines laid and working hard to get Otter Creek Park reopened. I am willing to do what I can for Meade County and would appreciate your support. Feel free to contact me at 270-828-8415.

I, Chris Cottrell, am announcing my candidacy for magistrate in the 1st District. Having always been an active citizen here in the county, I felt the need to do more. The needs of the many far outweigh the needs of the few, and it is my opinion that I, as an individual, can do more for my fellow Meade Countians who reside in the 1st District, as well as the rest of the county. Effective and active representation is the goal of any public servant, and I believe that we can do better. Working for the citizens in my district as well as working with the other members of fiscal court to address their needs is my number one priority. As a 31-year-old man, I have the energy, the drive, and the desire to take the extra time, and the extra steps to pay attention to the small as well as the large issues we will face in the future. The 1st District is the closest to Fort Knox and because of this has seen many new residents move into this very accessible area of Meade County, while still maintaining the peaceful, rural setting. With the Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) now in full swing, it is vital to the future of my district to be adequately represented by an individual with the time and resources to fill the needs of the residents. As one of those residents, I have witnessed many times when I felt that, “I can do better than that.” After much consideration, as well as encouragement from my friends, neighbors, and family, I made the decision to run for magistrate. I will make one and only one promise-to do my very best to represent you, to answer your questions, and at the end of the day, make you proud that you chose me as your magistrate.

• Have not raised your taxes • Solid Waste Debt has gone from over $700,000 to ZERO • Reverse 911 to warn citizens of potential severe weather has been implemented • Standard and Poor A+ credit rating for Meade County when reissuing Jail Bonds that saved the taxpayers $304,400 • Saved $100,000 by changing the way ambulances are purchased • $5.5 million of water lines installed or being installed • Received $34 million for BRAC related projects in Meade County for waste water in Muldraugh, for roads and school building • Implemented an emergency public information line 270-422-1082 • Animal ordinance passed • E-911 almost ready to go to cell phones • 7 satellite recycling centers established throughout the county • Highway 933 to Industrial Park and Arch Chemicals • Road and waer through industrial park • Sewer lines in Riverport • Provided office space for Director of Emergency Sevices • Worked with BRAC on visits to Alexandria, Indianapolis, and St. Louis to promote Meade County • Established a good working relationship with Fort Knox through participation in their programs • Fiscal Court received ARCH Chemicals Award for Helping Tourism. Chamber of Commerce and promoting BRAC • Added an additional dispatcher on duty most of the time • Have been through 3 major disaters without having to borrow money • Secured a Tri-County Recycling agreement with Breckinridge and Hancock counties • Paved or chip-and-sealed over 40 miles of roads • Worked to bring Brandenburg Diagnostic Center here • Maintained an open door policy and returned phone calls in a timely manner • Strived to treat all Meade County citizens fairly • Outstanding work of Road Department in cleaning roads during inclement weather • Provided ambulance director with office space and training facility • Provided secured storage space for voting machines • Placed emergency generators on radio communication towers to allow our first responders dependable communication • Secured generators for EMS Station 1 and the Road Department • Adopted a Comprehensive Plan for Planning and Zoning • Highway 313 about to become a reality!

There is more to be done! Let’s keep Meade County moving forward in a positive direction for ALL citizens! I humbly ask you to cast your vote on May 18th for

Harry S. Craycroft for Meade County Judge Executive Together We Can Continue to Make It Better Paid for by Harry S. Craycroft campaign fund, Bob Skaggs Treasurer

Elect Rebecca Richardson Property Valuation Administrator It has been a privilege to serve as your Property Valuation Administrator. I’m proud to be a part of the PVA team currently serving the citizens of Meade County. As Meade County’s incumbent PVA I am commited to: • Providing fair and courteous service • Open door policy • Communication of assessment information • Utilizing current PVA office deputies • Updating to improve efficiency I ask for your VOTE and SUPPORT May 18, 2010, in order to continue serving Meade County citizens professionally and fairly. Paid for by Rebecca Richardson for PVA

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That situation inspired Dougherty, a senior at Meade County High School, to pursue a career as an Emergency Medical Technician. He is currently enrolled in an EMT/Basic course at Meade County Area Technical School. To Dougherty, his love of this career is more than saving people’s lives. “I’m an adrenaline junkie, I’ll tell you that straight up,” he said. “To be able to run code 3 — to me it’s definitely an adrenaline rush. You get to see everything.” Dougherty said his ultimate dream job would be to work as a flight paramedic. “It’s like taking a little kid in a candy shop,” he said. Dougherty is just one of many students enrolled in EMT/Basic course at MCATC. The course is taught by Nancy Wheeler, who isn’t a stranger to this line of work. Wheeler began her career as an EMT almost 15 years ago at another vocational school in Elizabethtown, Ky. She has been working in Meade County for almost three years now. For Wheeler, her love of this field began through a simple first aid class. “My instructors told me I did such an incredible job in class and they thought I should pursue it,” she said. Next thing she knew, Wheeler was enrolled in school to become an EMT. She has experience in both real life EMT and teaching the aspects of being an EMT in a classroom. But for Wheeler, she would prefer to teach than be out in the field. “I prefer the teaching aspect because I have such a passion for it and like to share that with my students,” she said. “Hopefully, I can pass that passion

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Chad M. Hall, 24, cultivation of marijuana, less than 5 plants, 1st offense; use/possess drug paraphernalia, 1st offense; possession of marijuana- pretrial conference 5/12/10. Jason Patrick Thomas, 29, operating motor vehicle under/influence of alcohol/drugs, aggravator, 4th offense- amend to DUI, 1st offense; operating on suspended/revoked operators license; possess controlled substance, 1st offense; possession of marijuana; controlled substance prescription not in original container, 1st offense. Kathryn M. Swenson, 22, possession of marijuana; possess controlled substance-3rd degree-1st offense, drug unspecified; controlled substance prescription not in original container, 1st offense- pretrial conference 4/28/10. Dennis William Webb, 47, 4 counts of theft by deception include cold checks under $500- pled guilty, 10 days probated after 1 hour jail. Lionel A. Ditto, 24, disorderly conduct, 2nd degree- pled guilty, 30 days probated after 2 years probation, $100 fine, stay out of Dodge Store; alcohol intoxication in a public place1st and 2nd offense- dismissed. Carrie B. Williams, 23, 3rd degree TICS/drug unspecified, 1st offense- pretrial conference 5/5/10. Tamara Carpenter, 26, theft by deception include cold checks under $500- pretrial conference 5/26/10. Julie Ann Beard, 40, unlawful transaction with minor-3rd degree12 months defer order, KAPS with conditions. Steven W. Henderson, 44, possession of marijuana; use/possess drug paraphernalia, 1st offensepled guilty, 6 months probated after 10 days jail, 2 years probation; operating motor vehicle under /influence of alcohol/drugs, etc. 1st offensepled guilty, 30 days probated after 2 days jail, 2 years probation, KAPS/ADE, $200 fine. Jefferey James Thomas, 27, operating motor vehicle under/in-

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Pictured above is Nancy Wheeler’s EMT class. The students pictured are Alisha Toney, Stephanie Mudd, Marissa Simmons, Chelsey Noyes, TeYowna Goldbach, Alex Dougherty, Charles Tustin, Tyler Brown, Tayler McMahan, and instructor Nancy Wheeler. The helicopter is KY-06 out of Elizabethtown, Ky. onto them just like Alex.” When it comes to what classes they can take, Wheeler noted that students can come in as freshmen, take intro classes and work their way up. Or they can pick and choose what classes they would like to take. But it’s all about starting with the basics and moving up from that. For example, Wheeler said in Intro to Fire, students learn the basics of putting on their gear, understand how fire works, what it takes to create a fire, what it takes to put out a fire, how to approach fire extinguishers, etc. The structure of classes is very similar to a college curriculum and what people go through at a fire academy. Though at MCATC, no students will actually go inside a burning building. “We try to create a controlled environment where they can still learn on a level that’s more safe,” Wheeler said. “If we burn something, they are at an adequate distance away from it.” In Fire II, students start to learn more about build-

ing construction and understand how buildings are put together. Wheeler said students work with hazardous materials and work in scenarios such as a gasoline tanker overturning. Wheeler works with the students and asks them how they would respond to the scene and how they plan to keep the community safe. Some of the other classes involved in the curriculum include: Basic, Basic II, Intermediate Fire, EMT Basics and EMT First Responder. Overall, students get a lot of hands-on work, Wheeler said. “The intro is more book related because there is a lot of facts they must understand before I let them start with the tools,” Wheeler said. “A lot of safety goes into it and a lot of things they need to understand.” Since the curriculum is similar to college, students are able to use the hours they gain at MCATC and apply them to their college degree. When it comes to the highlight of her job, it’s all about the impact she had made on

veteran’s nursing homes and existing road projects could have their budgets lopped, Beshear added. State funding for public colleges, universities, Medicaid, mental health hospitals, public health departments and aging services could also face the chop-

ping block. Gov. Beshear told state lawmakers in a letter if a state budget wasn’t passed a month before the July deadline, significant debt service and other savings used in budget drafts by both chambers would be lost.

fluence of alcohol/drugs, etc. 1st offense; speeding 19mph over limitpled guilty, 30 days probated after 2 days jail, 2 years probation. Larry R. Ginn, 62, operating motor vehicle under/influence of alcohol/drugs, etc. 1st offense- pretrial conference 5/12/10. Eugene Michael Harrington, 50, operating motor vehicle under/ influence of alcohol/drugs, etc. 3rd offense- pretrial conference 5/19/10. Jeremy Eugene Medley, 34, fleeing or evading police, 2nd degree; operating vehicle with expired operators license; reckless driving; speeding 15mph over limit- pretrial conference 5/12/10. Matthew Allen Teeter, 29, 3 counts of theft by deception include cold checks under $500-failure to appear. Andy Lee Rogers, 30, assault, 4th degree domestic violence, minor injury- pretrial conference 5/12/10, no contact or communication with Ashley Rogers. Billie Jean Mitchell, 28, speeding 19mph over limit; failure to produce insurance card- pretrial conference 5/26/10. Billie Jean Mitchell, 28, possession of marijuana; controlled substance prescription not in original container, 1st offense- pretrial conference 5/26/10. Marissa D. Kaelin, 23, 3 counts of theft by deception include cold checks under $500- pretrial conference 6/2/10. Charles Ray Settles, 31, probation violation for misdemeanor offenseprobation revocation hearing, remand. Michael D. McAnallen, 20, probation violation for misdemeanor offenseprobation revocation hearing 4/28/10. David Allen Taulbee, 25, probation violation for misdemeanor offenseprobation revocation hearing 4/28/10. Larry Paul Scott, 42, probation violation for misdemeanor offenseprobation revocation hearing, failure to appear. Pedro P. Medina, 25, probation violation for misdemeanor offenseprobation revocation hearing, failure

to appear. Robert Rivera, 25, probation violation for misdemeanor offenseprobation revocation hearing 5/26/10. Ashley Nicole Rogers vs. Andy Lee Rogers, domestic violence- DVO dismissed on request of petitimer. Amanda Sue Blanton vs. William Alexander Blanton, domestic violence- EPO issued, continued to 5/5/10. Michael Paul Hudson, 32, flagrant non support- amend to non support, pled guilty, 12 months probated for 2 years. Helen Cannon Griffith, 54, theft of controlled substance, 1st offense, less than $300- amend to attempt to theft controlled substance; possess controlled substance-3rd degree-1st offense, drug unspecified- pled guilty, 12 months probated after 10 days jail, 2 years probation, KAPS. Jessica Druckenmuller, theft by unlawful taking/disp-auto- preliminary hearing 5/5/10. Sean Ryan Stiles, 22, 3 counts of theft by deception include cold checks under $500- pretrial conference 5/26/10. Ronald Lee Chain, 45, failure to illuminate head lamps- pled guilty, $25 fine; no license in possessionpled guilty, $50 fine; possession of marijuana; use/possess drug paraphernalia, 1st offensepled guilty, 6 months probated after 10 days jail, 2 years probation, KAPS; 1st degree possession of controlled substance/ drug unspecified, 2nd offense; possess controlled substance-3rd degree1st offense, drug unspecified- pled guilty, 12 months probated after 10 days jail, 2 years probation. Michael D. Hack, 47, theft by deception include cold checks under $500- pretrial conference 5/12/10. Wayne Junior Little, 50, careless driving- dismiss/merged; operating motor vehicle under/influence of alcohol/drugs, etc. 1st offensepled guilty, 30 days probated after 2 days jail, 2 years probation, $200 fine, KAPS. Nicole Marie Perry, 35, probation violation for misdemeanor offenseprobation revocation hearing 5/5/10.

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To the Voters of Meade County, This year, when you go to your voting location on Election Day T you will wil see a new voting machine which uses a paper ballot called the eScan voting vo machine. This voting machine has replaced the old standup model 1242. 124 When it is your turn to vote, you will be asked if you want a paper ballot or want w to vote on the sit-down eSlate voting machine. If you select the paper ballot, you will be handed a ballot and sent to a privacy booth to vote. While in your privacy booth, you yo can either put an “X” by your choice or blacken in the square. When you are done, you then the proceed to the eScan machine and insert the ballot yourself. O Once that h is i done d you will ill get a message saying “thank you for voting” and you are done – it’s that simple. As I have mentioned, your other option is the sit down eSlate voting machine we have been using since 2006, and nothing has changed on that machine. Both of these voting machines are on display here in my office during regular business hours if you would like to stop by and have a demonstration on either machine. If you have any election questions, please feel free to call me at 270-422-2152. Our office hours are Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. until noon. Thank you, Katrina Fitzgerald Meade County Clerk

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Friday, May 7, 2010

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FFA says goodbye to seniors at tearful banquet By McKayla Phillips MCHS FFA Reporter

This is the first part of a two part series. Check next week’s issue of the News Standard for part two. Out of all the things I’ve learned this year, the most important would have to be that FFA is my life. It means everything to me; along with all the competitions, friends I’ve met, and the second family I’ve acquired and grown to love. I think that for me, this year will always be one I will hold dear to my heart, and never forget. At this year ’s Meade County FFA banquet, I’ll be the first to admit it was very emotional, yet I had a blast and will never forget it. Whether it be the retiring of the senior officers, that are going on to live in the real world and take the winding path that their lifes may take them. Or maybe it was welcoming in the new officers and executive team, who are eager to start their new year, but are going to be sad that it will be a year without their senior mentors.

Whatever it may be, one thing is for sure: many awards were handed out that night, with a table filled to the edges with plaques and awards, which at the end of the night, were all gone. Also, I’m sure that many of us Meade County kids were excited to see the appearance of past Meade County FFA officers as well; including Callie Hobbs and Alex Medley. So let me break it down for you: The clock had just turned to 6:30 p.m., and it was time for the banquet to begin. It all started in the cafeteria, where we all had a lovely meal and an even better cake with all the fixings. As soon as everybody’s belly was full, guests, parents, members, officers, and advisors, all made the long walk to the auditorium. The officers greeted everyone at the door, welcoming their guests with smiling faces and “thanks for coming” attitudes. I guess it was around 7:15 p.m., and the lights dimmed, when all the officers, including myself gathered into a huddle at

the entrance under one light. “Let it Rock” was booming from the sound booth, and emcee B Lee welcomed all the officers with astonishing passion. We skipped, we walked, and we ran, down the long aisles for our “big” entrance, and walked on stage. We all gathered together on the stage, super excited about the giant gavel sitting on the table, waiting to be tapped once, then twice by all of us, together. It was moving, the teamwork that we all put into making a great officer team like ours. All I could think about was, “how did I end up, up here, with the best people I knew?” As soon as we were all seated by the giant gavel, the ceremony began for the final time. It started with remarks by state officer, Callie Hobbs, who gave a warm and heartfelt welcome to all the parents and guests that attended the banquet. It ended with a story about a man who accomplished his lifelong dream in finishing the construction on the Brooklyn

Bridge, by tapping out messages to his wife, on her arm, with the only body part he could still move, his finger. With his one finger, he made the accomplishment of a lifetime. The night wasn’t even close to ending, with the next item of business being the awards ceremony. I could tell from looking out into the audience, people were tense. Many people were there for awards they knew they were going to receive, and others, just there for support. The first awards were given to the FFA members who participated in the Lincoln Trail Regional Speaking Contest. Impromptu speechwriters are given 20 minutes to prepare a five–minute speech on a topic in a specific area. In prepared public speaking, one member, that would be me, is required to write a six to eight minute speech about any topic they choose, and then memorize it completely. Out of 13 FFA members, 11 of them made a superior rating on their speech.

A superior rating is the highest rating a speech can receive. Also, out of the 13 members who went, 4 have been selected to represent Meade County at State Convention in June. Those members are Ashley Carter, Aurora Laslie, Brian Chism, and Dalton Waters. Various other members who participated in the speaking contest. Those members include: Chris Cornelius, Taylor De Wit, Ashely Funk, Amanda Jarboe, Kylie Tucker, Joy Straney, Heather Darnall, Brittany Lancaster, and McKayla Phillips. The next award was proficiencies. FFA members keep records of their supervised agricultural experience. They then enter it in a proficiency area based on their SAE and then go on to compete at the regional level. The following members had proficiencies: Alex Richardson, Callie Hobbs, Ashley Carter, Jeremy Mattingly, Travis Hardcastle, Brady Vessels, Tiffany Hood, Alex Brangers, Brian Chism, Joy Straney, as well as Kelli Eden.

In December, members participated in the Meade County FFA Crop Show. These entries will move on to the county fair in July and the state fair in August. The overall high individual was Jeremy Mattingly. Every year an elite group of individuals from the chapter are selected to be on the Chapter Meeting team. They are required to demonstrate knowledge of parliamentary procedure and Roberts Rule of Order. A lot of time and effort went into making this team the eventual success that it was. Starting in January, the team practiced three times a week until the March contest. At the Regional level they attained a superior, which is the highest rating you can get. This year ’s members were: Ashley Carter, Amanda Jarboe, Chris Cornelius, McKayla Phillips, Shane Greenwell, Ty Adams, Joey Wardrip, Heather Darnall, Aurora Laslie, Brian Chism, as well as Taylor De Witt.

Flying pests play crucial role in pollinating many food crops Andy Mills Ag & Natural Resources

Insects pollinate a large percentage of food crops grown in the U.S. and all over the world. Many different species of pollinators exist, but the insect best equipped for this job is the honeybee. Honeybees are exceptionally efficient at collecting and transferring pollen among the flowers of a particular crop. In a practice known as “flower fidelity” groups of foraging bees will visit just one type of flower, collecting and storing pollen in baskets located on their legs. As the bees fly from flower to flower, pollen particles are transformed between male and female parts triggering the plant’s reproduction cy-

cle, which results in a fruit or vegetable that may eventually find its way to a dinner table. A growing concern for U.S. agricultural producers is the continuing decline of honeybee populations. According to the National Agricultural Statistics Service, the number of colonies in Kentucky has dropped dramatically over the last century from 152,900 in 1909 to just 5,000 in 2009. Many studies are underway to try to pinpoint the cause for this decline, and so far several factors have emerged as detrimental to honey bee health. One of these involves the use of pesticides and insecticides, which can produce harmful effects in other pollinators, too. Approximately 4,000 species of native or wild bees assist the honeybee in making a large contribution to the pollination task. They include everything from large bumblebees to tiny

sweat bees. There are miner bees, carpenter bees, mason bees, plaster bees and orchard bees -- all named for the types of nests they build. Butterflies and some flies also pollinate certain plants. You can help promote and protect insect pollinators by following a few simple rules. Never spray plants with insecticides when the plants are actively blooming. If chemical applications are necessary, strive for infrequent use and choose selective products with minimal impact on natural resources, especially bees. Promote pollinators and invite them into your environment by planting a diverse landscape with flowers, trees and other greenery that bloom in succession from spring into fall. For more information about insects found in your landscape and garden, contact the Meade County Cooperative Extension Service.

NRI fights erosion in Kentucky By Lois Jackson State Public Affairs New data on soil erosion and development of private lands has been released by the USDA. National Resource Inventory information is used by state and local governments to calculate the land use in areas. Many times this information is used by the national office to determine which conservation programs are appropriate and

applied to land areas. “The collection of data for the National Resource Inventory has been in the works since the 1950’s. With the use of databases and computers, people can now access this information much easier,” USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service state soil scientist Bill Craddock said. Here are Kentucky’s numbers: Cropland erosion has been reduced from 42 mil-

lion tons to less than 15 million tons during the period of 1982 – 2007. Cropland decreased from 5.9 million acres in 1982 to 5.1 million acres in 2007. Prime farmland decreased from 5.9 million acres in 1982 to 5.5 million acres in 2007. Between 1982 and 2007 newly developed land in Kentucky totaled almost 1 million acres. For more information, feel free to visit www.nrcs.usda. gov.

The News Standard supports Meade County agriculture by profiling local farmers, vegetable producers, horse groups, and other agricultural-based groups and individuals each week on the Agriculture Page. To have your story told, e-mail editor@thenewsstandard.com or call us today at 270-422-4542.

Kentuckian Livestock Market - Owensboro, KY • KY Dept of Ag-USDA Market News • Monday, April 26, 2010 Receipts: 224 Last week: 330 Last year: 249 ***AD-Average Dressing, HD-High Dressing, LD-Low Dressing Compared to last week: Slaughter cows were steady to 2.00 higher. Slaughter bulls steady Feeder steers and heifers steady on light test Slaughter cows were 16 percent of supply: Slaughter bulls 04 percent: Replacement cows 08 percent and feeders 68 percent: The feeder supply included 33 percent steers, 00 percent holstein steers, 39 percent heifers and 28 percent bulls. 14 percent weighed over 600 lbs. Feeder Steers: Medium and Large 1-2 200-300 lbs 122.00128.00; 300-400 lbs 127.00-134.00; 400-500 lbs 125.00;

500-600 lbs 121.00 122.00; Medium and Large 2 300-400 lbs 116.00-119.50 Large 3 Holsteins: No Test Feeder Heifers: Medium and Large 1-2 200-300 115.00-116.00; 300-400 lbs 109.50-123.00; 400-500 lbs 107.00-114.00; 500600 lbs 98.50-105.00. Medium and Large 2 500-600 lbs 91.00. Feeder Bulls Medium and Large: 1-2 200-300 lbs 131.00; 300400 lbs 120.00-125.00; 400-500 lbs 114.50-122.00; 500-600 lbs 110.00-118.00 600-700 lbs 91.50-100.00. Slaughter Cows: %Lean Weight AD HD LD Breaker 75-80 900-1720 58.00-65.50 66.50-67.50 48.00-55.50 Boner 80-85 970-1050 53.00-56.00 62.00

Lean 85-90 740-1010 50.50-52.50 43.50 Slaughter Bulls: Yield Grd Weight Carcass Boning% AD HD 1 1410-1985 79-81 71.00-73.00 2 1460-2230 74-78 66.50-68.00 60.00 Stock Cow Calf Pairs: Medium and Large 1-2 3-8 years old 905-1050 lbs with 100-300 lbs calves at side 775.00-960.00 per pair. Stock Bulls: 1 Angus bull 1375 lbs 74.00 per cwt. 1 Angus bull 1315 lbs 75.00 per cwt. Baby Calves: Beef 150.00-195.00 per head

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No long lines, just quick service with a smile By Jennifer Corbett The News Standard Adam Robinson grew up around the medical field. It was something he knew early on he wanted to be his path in life. “(My mom) showed me how important it was to help others,” Robinson said. “Along with the fact that my best friend’s father was a pharmacist and I worked for him growing up, I found a happy median where I get to help people with their medical needs, associate with people and be there for them when no one else will.” That passion eventually led Robinson to being owner and operator of Brandenburg Pharmacy. The business opened in 1994, and then reopened in 2000. Robinson took over in 2007 after graduating with his pharmacy license from the University of Kentucky in June 2007. Brandenburg Pharmacy currently has a staff of four certified technicians, two college students, a high school student, a delivery person, a primary pharmacist and two other owners besides Robinson: Jonathan and Gabe Van Lahr. Instead of being commercialized, Brandenburg Pharmacy gives off a hometown feeling. Workers there know names and grab clients orders before they ask for them. To Robinson that is what makes his business unique. “We strive to do business with as many local people as we can,” he said. Besides filling prescriptions some of the things Brandenburg Pharmacy offers to its customers include medical equipment such as

wheelchairs, walkers and nebulizers; over the counter medication; and a customer contact line, where people will never hear an automated voice service. “The pharmacy’s phones are all answered by the technicians or me,” Robinson said. “The patients never listen to an automated line or try to punch their prescription numbers in to get refills. They can always count on talking directly to a healthcare associate.” Customers can pick up their prescriptions either by coming in the store, in the drive through or benefit from the free delivery service offered by Brandenburg Pharmacy. “We’re the only pharmacy in the county that delivers to our patients and that’s a big thing because a lot of people can’t get out,” Robinson said. If by chance the pharmacy doesn’t have a prescription a patient needs, they will make sure and get it. Another aspect that Brandenburg Pharmacy upholds is its quick service. “We don’t want to see anyone wait over 15 minutes,” Robinson said. “If you come in here and say you need pain medicine because you broke your leg, I’m not going to tell you it’s going to be tomorrow or the next day.” During a typical day at Brandenburg Pharmacy, technicians may fill up to 400 orders. “We come in and start filling prescriptions as soon as we can and helping people who come in and call,” he said. “We start the delivery service around lunchtime and I council patients as much as I can. Usually later on in

the afternoon, we’ve slowed down on filling and people are starting to pick up their prescriptions.” Brandenburg Pharmacy also provides free flu shots every year. The shots are offered through a flu clinic at the pharmacy a couple of times during the fall. “We also work with Karen Cottrell of Meade County schools to travel to each school in the county and provide flu shots for the teachers and other employees,” Robinson said. “The school clinic was a huge success last year and we hope that continues through 2010.” Construction recently finished a new face lift for Brandenburg Pharmacy. Robinson said their goal of the construction was to change the front façade of the building and to add a bigger sign. “The old sign was small and hard for us to see,” Robinson added. “A lot of people didn’t know we were over here.” Overall, Robinson said the best part about his career path is knowing everyone in the community by name and being able to help them. “There is absolutely no better feeling than when someone walks in and goes ‘You know what? Whatever you recommended to me the other day made me feel so much better. I feel great and my kids are better,’” Robinson said. “That’s the best part about it.” Brandenburg Pharmacy Care is located on 455 ByPass Road. The business is open from 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Monday – Friday and from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Saturdays. For more information or to fill a prescription, call the business at 270-422-2422.

ABOVE (Left to right): Kendra Mattingly, Whitney Roades and Adam Robinson work to fill patients’ prescriptions in a timely manner. LEFT: Kellie Bertrand drops off her prescription to pharmacy technician Melissa Allen.

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Racing fans can enjoy the roar of the “good old days” on May 15 during the First Annual US 60 Nostalgia Drags at the US 60 Dragway in Hardinsburg, Ky. Drag racing is quite a phenomenon in Kentucky — with nationally ranked drag racers from the region and several famous drag strips. Louisville native Tony McConnell thought that the US 60 Dragway would be a great place to hold the first nostalgia drag race event in the area.

“Kentucky used to be a great drag racing state,” McConnell said, who is one of the coordinators of the event. “It still is though and events like this prove it.” The nostalgia event will show off the past classic dragsters of the 50s, 60s and 70s and race them retro flag drag style and the more modern light tree. Nostalgia drag racing has become big all throughout the country, according to McConnell. Last year in Bowling Green, Ky., a drag show had over 100,000 people go through its gates. “It’s a major thing going

right now,” he said. McConnell expects to haul in thousands of spectators on the May 15 event and is already planning a three-day event for next year. He has people coming from all over the region including Cincinnati and Cleveland. Several clubs from around the region including the Road Rockets from Indianapolis and clubs from Nashville, and Illinois are expected to come, too. McConnell chose the US 60 Dragway because of its own historic and nostalgic

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A replica of the Golden Angel will compete in the US 60 Nostalgia Drags in Hardinsburg, Ky on May 15.

Clinching win

May 7 Lady Waves Freshmen Softball @ John Hardin 5:30 p.m.

By Ben Achtabowski The News Standard

Lady Waves V/JV Softball @ Corydon (Ind.) 5:30 p.m.

MCHS Track and Field @ Marshall Co. Twilight Relays TBA

May 8 Greenwave V/JV Baseball Fern Creek 11 a.m./1 p.m.

Lady Waves Softball @ Ballard Doubleheader

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May 10 Traveling Squad Football Spring Practice 3-5:15 p.m.

Greenwave Baseball @ Grayson Co.

Greenwave Baseball Freshmen Doubleheader Grayson Co.

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Freshman Softball North Hardin

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Lady Waves V/JV Softball @ Male 5:30 p.m.

May 11 SPMS Girls Intramural Volleyball 3-5:15 p.m.

Greenwave V/JV Baseball Hancock Co. 6/8 p.m.

May 12 SPMS Traveling Football Spring Practice 3-515 p.m.

Freshmen Softball @ LaRue Co. Doubleheader

5:30 p.m.

May 13 SPMS Traveling Football Spring Practice 3-515 p.m.

Greenwave V/JV Baseball @ PRP 5/7:30 p.m.

MCHS Tennis @ Elizabethtown

4:30 p.m.

Lady Waves JV/F Softball Taylor Co. 6 p.m.

Wathen joins family to play softball at CU

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Ashley Nikalao slides into second base against Hancock County last week.

Lady Waves go undefeated in the regular season district play By Ben Achtabowski The News Standard The Meade County Lady Waves softball team clinched the No. 1 seed in the 11th District when they beat the Hancock County Lady Hornets in five innings, 12-2, on April 29. “It automatically puts you in the region, which is nice,” said Meade County head coach Mike Harreld. “Now you can sit back and watch the other two play and have a day’s rest.” It’s no surprise the No. 8 Meade County Lady Waves’ offense is one of the best in the

state. However, unexpectedly the offense is lead by eight-grader Ashley Nikolao. Nikolao is hitting nearly .500 at the designated hitter spot for the Lady Waves and came up big against Hancock County where she went 3-for-4 with two doubles and two RBI. “That’s phenomenal for an eighth grader,” Harreld said. “Normally, they come in and they don’t swing the bat. “I knew she was going to be a good player. I was just going to spot her in the lineup and see how she did. I was unsure at what

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To say the Wathen family is a softball family may be a little bit of an understatement. “I guess it’s a pretty good assumption,” said Campbellsville University softball head coach Shannon little n Wathen, whose littl sister Mallory Waathen signed to o play for her team m on Tuesday. Mallory, a senior second d baseman for thee Meade County y Lady Waves, is thee youngest of a fammily steeped in athhletic pedigree. Shannon wass a star basketball lll player at CamppFILE PHOTO bellsville and is now heading into Mallory Wathen her eighth year as signed with CU on Tuesday. the softball coach. Lauren Wathen also played for Shannon at Campbellsville where she was named the all-conference player and graduated two years ago. Now, Mallory will play softball and continue the Wathen success at Campbellsville. “All of our daughters have played softball. (My son) played baseball,” said the Wathen sisters’ father, Joe. “But really I

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Greenwave baseball beats Breck, loses to Hancock By Ben Achtabowski The News Standard Meade County Greenwave junior centerfielder Brenton Smith is fully out of his hitting slump. Two weeks ago Smith slipped down the lineup and struggled to produce from the batter’s box. But against the Breckinridge County Tigers on Thursday night, he produced offensively and defensively to help the Greenwave win 10-3. “He’s swinging the hot bat,” Meade County head coach Todd Clanton said. During the third inning, Smith hit a triple to break the 0-0 tie to score senior short stop Justin Amburgey. “That was really big,” Smith said, who went 2-for-3 with an RBI. “It really turned the game around for us. We started

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Brenton Smith hits a triple against Breckinridge County. to hit the ball well and motivated everybody.” Smith accredited his success to opening his batting stance the last two weeks. He’s hit a homerun, triple

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and several doubles to help the Greenwave win five straight games. “It’s working for me,” he said about his adjustments. “I’ve been hitting the ball

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well. I found some new power. I’ve never been a power hitter, just a base hit kind of guy.” Smith followed up his big hit, with an equally big defensive play during the bottom of the inning. With bases loaded and two outs, Breckinridge’s best hitter — senior Tate Glasscock — hit a ball to deep center. Smith caught the ball over his shoulder to squash the Tigers’ scoring threat. “Probably what was bigger than the triple was the play he made in centerfield,” Clanton said. “That was a game changer right there. If that ball drops, they score three and it’s a ballgame. That play kind of broke their back.” While Smith has changed his batting stance, he’s also had to deal with a position change into the outfield.

“I like center,” he said. “I didn’t like it at first, but I’m liking it now. Especially if I can keep making catches like that. That was a big catch. That was one of the best catches I’ve ever had.” During the fourth inning, the Greenwave scored four more runs when junior Scott King hit a bases loaded single that scored two runs. Sophomore catcher Brady Smith hit an RBI double while Amburgey hit a sacrifice fly to score sophomore Bo Wilson. Brady Smith is leading the team in RBI. “He’s quietly getting it done,” Clanton said of his catcher. “He doesn’t get the big four hit games. He may not get homeruns, but he leads the team in RBI. He’s comfortable at the plate and he wants to

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Senior night says goodbye to pillars of softball program By Ben Achtabowski The News Standard Though the Meade County Lady Waves still have plenty of their season left, on Tuesday they celebrated senior night. “It throws me off a bit because I keep thinking we have a week or two left of ball,” said right fielder Erin Sireno. “But really we have a whole month.” The small class of two, Sireno and second baseman Mallory Wathen, have been the heart of the Lady Waves’ right side defense for the past four years. “They are going to make a big gap,” Meade County head coach Mike Harreld said. “They are going to be hard shoes to fill. I liked coming back this year knowing that defensively we were going to be OK. But after those two are gone it’s going to be harder to replace those two.” The two were literally mirror images of themselves on the same side of the field, as Sireno wore jersey No. 21 and Wathen donned No. 12. “Actually my number was 21,” Wathen said jokingly. “But the jersey was too big … so I let her have 21. But my sister’s number was 12 and 12 is 21 backwards so I figured I’d take it. Don’t let Erin fool you, it’s my number. I had dibbs on it because I was here longer.” Sireno moved to Meade County during her freshman year and Harreld was ecstatic. “I knew they were looking for a new school to move to,” Harreld said. “I wanted them to come to Meade County because I knew and heard that she was such a good player.” Sireno proved to be a great player and led the

Lady Waves’ offense during her junior year. “I didn’t know what to expect for him,” Sireno said of having Harreld as a new coach. “Toward the end of the year heading into my sophomore year I really started to relax. I knew I could make a few errors and not get my butt ripped. I just relaxed and played my game.” Wathen had several sisters go through the Meade County program and knew what to expect from the coaches right away. “The coaches have been great,” she said. “I love coach Harreld — he’s one of the best coaches in the state without a doubt. I wouldn’t want another coach. He’s pushed us to be better players.” Wathen started out playing outfield but Harreld moved her to second base — a move he’ll never regret. “You see how much ground Mallory can cover is amazing,” Harreld said. “You rarely see a ball missed that comes around her.” Wathen has also served as coach to her understudy, Sireno’s little sister, Ashley. “Whenever I put Ashley Sireno in I have Mallory look after her,” Harreld said. “I have Mallory show her where to be to get those double plays.” Overall, the two have made a huge impact on a Meade County program that is consistently one of the best teams in the state. Now the two are also going to play college softball. “I was really excited because we’ve played four years together,” Sireno said. “I was also really sad because this is the last year. We’re going our own ways. I’m really proud because we’re both going to the next level.”

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TOP: Mallory Wathen poses with her parents Joe and Carol Wathen. ABOVE: Mark and Connie Sireno take a photo with their senior daughter Erin Sireno.

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From page B1 kind of production I was going to get from her. So far it’s been great.” Nikolao also scored the game-winning run during the bottom for the fifth inning to get the mercyshortened game. “It kind of hurt because she fell on me,” Nikolao said, who slid into Breckinridge’s catcher to score the run. “But other than that it feels good to get the winning run. Anything I can do for the team, I’ll do it.” The Lady Waves jumped out to a 6-0 lead in the first inning. Five of the runs were scored with two outs. “We really attacked the ball,” Harreld said. “I felt good about our chances after facing a good pitcher from Ballard a few days ago.” During the top of the second inning Meade County sophomore starting pitcher Amanda Logsdon found herself in trouble and Hancock County

scored two runs, 6-2. Harreld put in sophomore Brittany Lancaster who threw a perfect game against Hancock earlier in the year. “Amanda got in a little jam,” Harreld said. “I went ahead and brought in Britney. Really I didn’t want (Hancock) to see them for a full seven innings.” Lancaster came in and threw 2 1/3 innings and gave up only one hit and struck out two. “She’s pitching extremely well for us,” Harreld said of Lancaster. “That’s the first time I’ve had her come in for Amanda. Everyone handles starting and relieving differently. I wasn’t sure how she would handle it.” Logsdon came back in for the final inning and shut the Lady Hornets down. “I thought Amanda had a little something to prove,” Harreld said. “She came back in and did fine. She wanted to prove that it was just a bad start and that she can shut them down.” Junior catcher Scarlett Powers had two singles for two RBI in the game. Senior

Friday, May 7, 2010 Erin Sireno had a single, double and scored twice, while sophomore Raymie Greenwell had two hits, and an RBI and scored once. The Lady Waves scored 10 more runs than they did during the teams’ first meeting on April 15. “It feels great to win like this,” Nikolao said. “Last time we only beat them by two (runs) and now we beat them by 10. That’s a good feeling.” The Lady Waves go undefeated in district The Lady Waves rounded out their district play against Breckinridge County on Monday. They won 12-0 to remain undefeated in the 11th District. Senior Erin Sireno had a single, triple and three RBI to lead the Lady Waves. Junior Ashley Funk had two singles and two RBI, while Kristin Benton had a single, double, an RBI and scored twice. Brittany Lancaster continued her undefeated record as a starting pitcher (9-0). She went five innings and scattered three hits. She

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Amanda Logsdon pitches against LaRue County. struck out three batters.

Meade knocks out LaRue The Lady Waves defeated, LaRue County 10-0 on Tuesday during senior night. Nikolao led the Lady Waves with a double and homerun for two RBI. She also scored two runs. Kristin Benton, Erin Sireno and Funk each had two hits. Scarlett Powers had two RBI. Logsdon got the win in five innings. She gave up three hits and struck out seven batters.

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Wathen From page B1 would call us a sports family. That’s what we’ve done. We’ve played sports ever since our kids were young.” Meade County head coach Mike Harreld has had the privilege to coach several of the Wathen sisters. “We’ve never had a Wathen sit the bench,” Harreld said. “It’s something special. That’s why they were all able to start right away. They just have great ball sense. They know what to do out there.” A perfect example of Mallory’s heightened sense on the field was on Tuesday against LaRue County where she ran down a runner after a pickoff play at first base. “She could have panicked,” Harreld said. “But she didn’t she knew what to do and she did it. That was a big play.” Mallory has been a pillar of the Meade County’s upthe-middle defense for the past four years. At second base she rarely recorded an error. She was also a sharp shooter for the Lady Waves basketball team where she led the Lady Waves in 3-pointers the last two years. “I love playing softball,”

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TOP: Mallory Wathen (center) signs with Campbellsville University on Tuesday alongside her family, teammates and coaches. ABOVE: Wathen chases down a runner during a pickoff play against the LaRue County Hawks on Tuesday. Mallory said. “I’m really excited.” Around October, Mallory was thinking of gathering films of her to send to coaches. Her sister, Shannon, promptly asked Mallory to play at Campbellsville. “She said ‘if you’re going to play, come play here,’” Mallory said. “I was thinking about playing other places, but after that I was pretty set on Campbellsville.” And again the Wathens will team up at the college

level of competition. “It’s been nice having family there,” Shannon said. “I just push them like I would any other player. I have to same expectations as I do with anyone I sign.” Campbellsville University is like a second home to Mallory already. “It feels pretty good,” Mallory said about heading to campus this fall. “A lot of my family has gone there. I’ve pretty much grown up there. I really like the atmosphere and

the teammates.” In the end, the Wathen family may call themselves a softball family or just a sports family, but Joe Wathen is happy with any kind of success. “It’s quite an accomplishment to have one of your daughters coach another,” he said. “You always start out and wonder what they’re going to be. The important thing is they all got an education and they are doing what they love.”

MCHS tennis teams split with North Hardin Staff Report The News Standard The Meade County tennis teams traveled to North Hardin on Tuesday. The Meade County girls tennis team swept North hardin by winning 5-0. Jenna Mullen won in straight sets, 6-0 and 6-0, while Alexis Hobbs and Olivia Wright won in straight sets, 6-1 and 6-1. The MCHS boys team lost 4-1. The lone winner was the No. 2 doubles team of Chase Garris and Matt Hewlett who won 6-1 and 7-5. Results from Tuesday: Boys Tennis North Hardin 4, Meade County 1 Singles Chrys Castro (NH) def. Zach Brown (MC), 6-1 and 6-2. Cesar Castro (NH) def. Will Campbell (MC), 6-2 and 6-0. Braden Proffitt (NH) def. William Kaelin (MC), 6-3, 4-6 and 10-6.

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Doubles Jeffrey DeWitt/Martin Shumate (NH) def. Matt Buckman/Quintin Franke (MC), 6-0 and 6-2. Chase Garris and Matt Hewlett def. Samuel Stidham and Timmy Ford (NH), 6-1 and 7-5. Doubles Exhibition Justin Cardenas and Jesse Duwe (NH) def. Daniel Moore and Ethan Wright (MC), 8-2. Girls Tennis Meade County 5, North Hardin 0 Singles Meade County won by forfeit. Jenna Mullen (MC) def. Amanda Patterson (NH), 6-0 and 6-0. Meade County won by forfeit. Doubles Alexis Hobbs and Olivia Wright (MC) def. Samantha Dawson and Emily Hellinger (NH), 6-1 and 6-1. Jessie Coppage and Jenna McKinney (MC) def. Samantha Barger and Solang Lee Thacker (NH), 6-0 and 6-2.

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•It was American poet, etymologist and translator John Ciardi who made the following sage observation: “The Constitution gives every American the inalienable right to make a damn fool of himself.” He was, evidently, also a shrewd observer of people. •Greece’s Parthenon is a famous ruin, but many people today don’t realize that it wasn’t time that caused the destruction of the structure. In 1687, the Ottoman Turks occupied the Acropolis and used the Parthenon to store gunpowder. A mortar fired by the attacking Venetians hit the building and ignited the gunpowder, causing much of the widespread damage we see today. •It was famed fashion designer Coco Chanel who made the little black dress a popular item; before that, most women wore black only when they were in mourning. •England’s King Richard I, known popularly as the Lionheart, didn’t actually live in England; his residence was in Aquitaine, in the southwestern part of France. He didn’t speak English, either. •The next time you’re at a dance in Utah, remember not to get too close to your partner; in that state, by law, daylight must be visible between partners. •Thought for the Day: “The nuclear arms race is like two sworn enemies standing waist deep in gasoline, one with three matches, the other with five.” -- Carl Sagan (c) 2010 King Features Synd., Inc.

Horoscopes ARIES (March 21 to April 19) A seemingly stalled romantic situation could benefit from your reassurance that you want this relationship to work. And if you do, use a tad more of that irresistible Aries charm. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Going to new places and meeting new people appeals to both the Taurean’s romantic and practical side. After all, you never can tell where those new contacts can take you. Right? GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) That career-change opportunity that didn’t work out when you first considered it could come up again. But this time, remember that you have more to offer and should act accordingly. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) There could be some tensions in relationships -- domestic or workaday. But a calm approach that doesn’t raise the anger levels and a frank discussion soon will resolve the problem. LEO (July 23 to August 22) It’s a good idea to begin preparing for that career change you’ve been thinking about for a while. Start to sharpen your skills and expand your background to be ready when it calls. VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Bless that Virgo skepticism that has kept you from falling into traps others seem to rush into. But you might want to give a new possibility the benefit of the doubt, at least on a trial basis. LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Traveling and career are strong in your aspect. Perhaps your job will take you to someplace exotic. Or you might be setting up meetings with potential clients or employers. Whatever it is, good luck. SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Someone might use deception to try to push you into making a decision you’re not fully comfortable with. But those keen Scorpio senses should keep you alert to any such attempt. SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Romance dominates this week when Cupid spears the Archer, for a change. Positive things also are happening in the workplace. Expect important news to arrive by the week’s end. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Anyone trying to bully the Sea Goat -- whether it involves a personal or a professional matter -- will learn a painful lesson. Others will also benefit from the Goat’s strong example. AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) Congratulations. With things going the way they are, you should be able to spare some time and take a break from your hectic schedule for some well-earned fun and games. PISCES (February 19 to March 21) Your sharp Piscean intuition should be able to uncover the true agendas of those who might be trying to catch the Fish in one of their schemes. BORN THIS WEEK: Your flair for innovative art and design keeps you at least a step ahead of most everyone else. (c) 2010 King Features Synd., Inc.

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Free English Classes – Call 270-422-5884. U.S. Citizenship and social security number not required. Meade County Adult Education Center. Ask for Dianne or Melissa for information on class dates and times.

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PUBLIC NOTICE The Meade County Board of Education will offer for sale nine (9) used buses by sealed bids, Thursday, May 13, 2010 at 10:00 A.M., E.D.T. at the bus garage, Brandenburg, Kentucky.

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Louisville General Contractor has immediate openings for experienced concrete foreman and concrete carpenters. Must have at least 5 years experience performing heavy industrial concrete or commercial flatwork. We offer competitive pay and benefits. Travel will be required. Please fax resume to 502-239-6820 or fill out application at 3560 Bashford Ave., Louisville, KY 40218. Drug screen required.

Wanted: Life Agents. Earn $500 a Day, Great Agents Benefits. Commissions paid daily, Liberal underwriting. Leads, Leads, Leads. LIFE INSURANCE, License Required. Call 1-888-713-6020.

PUBLIC NOTICE A public hearing will be held by the Meade County Judge/Executive of Meade County at the Meade County Courthouse on May 11, 2010, at 6pm prior to the fiscal court meeting for the purpose of obtaining citizens comments regarding the possible uses of the County Road Aid (CRA) and Local Government Economic Assistance (LGEA) funds. All interested persons in Meade County are invited to the hearing to submit oral or written comments on possible uses of the CRA and LGEA funds. Any person(s) who cannot submit written comments or attend the public hearing, but wish to submit comments, should call the office of the Meade County Judge/Executive at 270-422-3967 by May 10, 2010, so that arrangements can be made to secure their comments.

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Take this opportunity to get unwanted items removed from your property such as trash, furniture, appliances, etc. These items need to be put out by the curbside the night before, since the truck will start this pick-up very early Saturday morning. Please see that all loose items such as scrap lumber, boxes, etc. are cut down and bundled in a manner that will make it easily handled by the workers.

ITEMS THAT WILL NOT BE PICKED UP: •Tires • Paint Cans • Petroleum • Products • Anything that has had or still contains Freon • Absolutely no yard waste

THIS IS FOR THE CITY OF BRANDENBURG CUSTOMERS ONLY! This does not include the Meade County Solid Waste/ Waste Transport Customers. Thank You, David Pace, Mayor City of Brandenburg

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PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Muldraugh Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing at 6:30 p.m., Thursday, May 20, 2010 in Muldraugh City Hall council chambers, 120 South Main Street, to solicit public comment on proposed text amendment to the Zoning Ordinance to increase the minimum off-street parking space, with adequate provision for ingress and egress in residential zones. At which time and place all persons interested will be given a full, fair, and complete hearing thereon.

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Would you like to play violin? Mary Illback, certified Suzuki instructor, now enrolling students (ages 3-to-adult) for summer session. Private lessons at Buck Grove Church every Thursday. To learn more about Suzuki Method, visit http://suzukiassociation.org/. For more information, email Mary at illbackm@bellsouth.net

Pet Adoptions will take place at Orscheln Farm and Home in Radcliff, Ky. on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. If you are thinking of volunteering, stop by and see how you can help or PINS at 270-422-3838. Get all your local news delivered to you TODAY from The News Standard! Call 270-422-4542. Report suspected illegal activity in your neighborhood by calling the Meade County Sheriff’s Department anonymous tip line at 270-422-4673 or email drugtips@bbtel.com.

Get your adopted pets spayed or neutered! Pets adopted from the Meade County Animal Shelter can be spayed or neutered for free from PINS (Pets in Need Society). www. petsinneedsociety.org or call 270-422-3838.

WEIGHT MANAGEMENT: T.O.P.S group meets at Buck Grove Baptist Church every Tuesday at 6 p.m. For more information, call Lena at 270-422-2692.

1 1999 GMC, 18 passenger H/C, Automatic, 6.5L V8 1 2005 Ford, 22 passenger H/C, Automatic, 6.0L V8 2 1996 International/AMTRN, 66 passenger, Automatic, DT466 5 1998 International/Carpenter, 66 passenger, Automatic, DT466E All bids will be held pending the KISTA sale on May 12, 2010. The Board reserves the right to reject any or all bids. For information call Rodney Pickering, 270-422-7500.

• Lots for Sale • Protective Covenants • Black top roads • Close to Schools, Hospitals & Stores • 1.5 miles West of Brandenburg By-Pass

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LOT # PRICE 8 $19,900 28 $19,600 42 $13,900 48 $15,290 49 $14,500 50 $14,400 51 $13,900

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home for sale Ideal Country Home for Sportsman Near river for boating, creek for fishing, wildlife management area for hunting. Brick ranch with 2 1/2 car garage & large deck. 3 bedrooms, basement partially finished on 1 acre lot. All appliances stay with house. Immaculate condition. 40 minutes from Ft Knox, 50 minutes from Louisville. $141,500 - must see to appreciate. Call 270-497-4337 for more information.

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270-547-4222 1-866-865-5263 23 acres wooded, excellent hunting in Meade County on Green Valley Ranch Rd. $1,800 per acre. 1-866-865-5263 www.ky-landco.com 35 acres wooded, new road, located in Webster. Secluded and private. 1-866-865-5263 www.ky-landco.com 15 acres open and wooded in Grayson Co. on Blair Cannon Rd. Great hunting and camping tract. $1,800 per acre. 1-866-865-5263 www.ky-landco.com Lake lots starting at $19,900. Easy access to boat ramps. $900 down. $211 per month. 1-866-865-5263 www .ky-landco.com 2.9 acres near Millerstown, set-up with well, septic, and driveway and barn. $24,500. 1-866-865-5263 www.ky-landco.com

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McGeheeHumphreyDavis Realty and Auction 422-4977 877-6366 547-4977 We offer owner financing on most all our properties with no prequalifications! Visit our website at www.mhdrealty.com 2 bed, 2 bath on 10 acres in Buffalo area of Larue Co, $59,900 6 acres, with septic, well, electric, off highway 1638 $39,900 3 bed, 2 bath with metal garage on 1 acre in Big Clifty, $57,900 5.5 acres, with barn on Lancaster Road in Flaherty, $59,900 9 acres, wooded hillside, septic, cistern, electric, $29,900

NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS: Meetings are held at the Acceptance Place 1370 Hwy. 79 in Irvington. Meetings are Monday, Tuesday, and Thursdays at 8 p.m. For more information, call 270-547-0347 or 270-547-0445.

LAND FOR SALE mwlandforsale.com 5 acres and 10 acres wooded tracts, Breckinridge Co., only 25 miles from Fort Knox. 7 acres creek frontage near Cloverport. Good fishing, hunting, and duck hunting. Boating 16 Acres, 13 Acres, 9 Acres - Mini Farms near Irvington. Must see to appreciate! 1-4 acre tracts now available in Meade County near Ft. Knox.

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U.S. Foodservice, one of America’s largest foodservice distributors, has a job opportunity in the Elizabethtown, Ky. area for Class-A CDL delivery route driver. We offer excellent compensation and a full benefits package to include paid time off and retirement plans. Please see our website for more details and online application. www.usfoodservice.com/careers. We are an equal opportunity employer.

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ACT NOW! You may qualify for FREE CLASS-A CDL Training Funded by State WIA Program If you are collecting unemployment, Dislocated worker or low income. Must meet hiring requirements Of major trucking companies. TRUCK AMERICA TRAINING 866-244-3644

BIH Trucking Company/ International Truck Driving School students needed. No CDL No problem. Earn up to $900 a week. Approved state funding. Financing available. 888780-5539

CDL-A Drivers: Our Freight Needs You! Over The Road Flatbed & Dry Van. Professional equipment. High Miles. Good driving record required. We accept your long form and medical card. Western Express. Call Bo: 888-801-5295

Class-A Drivers: Great Miles, Good Hometime. ACT Helps you find the balance. OTR Runs in Midwest. Friendly, Experienced, Supportive Staff. Lease purchase program. 877584-7240

CRST Malone is Now Hiring Owner Operators & Fleet Owners! No flatbed exp. required. Lowest Lease Purchase Program! Call 800-366-6361 www.joinmalone.com

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Drivers- CDL-A Up to .42 CPM. More Miles, Fewer Layovers! $1,000 sign on bonus. Full benefits. No felonies. OTR exp. Required. Lease Purchase available. 800-4414271 xKY-100

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Saturday ONLY – 8 a.m. to ?? – 1605 Dooley Rd., corner of Hayesville & Hwy 1762 between Midway & Guston. – Kids clothes, school uniforms, lots of misc. items.

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National Golf Association’s Hooters Tour Pro-Am Tourney, May 19, Cherry Blossom Golf Course, Georgetown. To participate in the Pro-Am, call Cherry Blossom Pro Shop, (502) 570-9849

BRANDENBURG ALANON: Alcohalt House, 2255 Fairgrounds Road. Meets Sunday, Tuesday, and Thursday at 8 p.m. Open to all. Call 270422-1050 for more information. OPEN DOOR ALATEEN GROUP: Alcohalt House, 2255 Fairgrounds Road. Meets Thursdays at 8 p.m. These meetings are for Al-Anon and Alateen members only. You qualify for membership if your life has been or is being deeply affected by close contact with a problem drinker. Please come to any Al-Anon or Alateen Opened or Closed meetings! Call 270-422-1050 for more information. A L C O H O L I C S ANONYMOUS: Meetings are held at the Acceptance Place, 1370 Hwy.79 in Irvington. Meetings are every Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sundays at 8 p.m. For more information, call 270547-0347 or 270-5470445.

Noon - Opening Ceremonies 1pm - Games Start Darshwood the Conjurer’s Magical Entertainment Balloon Man Stage Entertainment - Paul Coles, James Cecil & Kelly Covert 2pm - Relay Cornhole Tournament (sign-ups begin at noon) 3pm - Relay Baby Contest (sign-ups begin at 1:30pm) Stage Entertainment - Ryan Ross 5pm - Meade County Idol (Age groups - Grade 1-6/Grade 7-12/Adults - sign-ups begin at 3pm) 7pm - Stage Entertainment - Rennegade 9pm - Stage Entertainment - Heaven Sent 10pm - Luminaria Ceremony Midnight - 6am - Miscellaneous Activities 6am - Closing Ceremonies & Awards

Free Carnival Games All Day Make this a community event & join us for a day ful of fun as we... Celebrate... those who have survived Remember... those we have lost and Fight Back... to find an end!

For more info contact Russ Schuman 502-560-6041 • 502-303-2955

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Payneville adds some fling to Spring By Jennifer Corbett The News Standard

of how much it benefits the community. “I know it’s helping the school and helping the kids,” she said. “PTO helps sponsor a lot of school activities.” Those activities or functions include school field trips and accelerated reading books for the classrooms. “We’ve been very fortunate through our PTO funds,” said Payneville Principal Marie Barr. She added the core idea when distributing funds is all about student learning. “We’re fortunate that our board of education has continued to support us,” Barr said. “Through our PTO and board, we’ve been able to maintain almost everything.”

Payneville Elementary held its annual Spring Fling Friday, April 30. Visitors had a chance to dine in, enjoy dessert, and even participate in a silent auction that had baskets donated by local businesses. The baskets ranged from a Mothers’ Day theme to a family getaway. “This is our main fundraiser for the whole school year,” said Anna Swanson, president of the PTO. Other donations to the Spring Fling included gift certificates, homemade food, and two passes to Holiday World and Splashin’ Safari. Swanson said she loves doing this event because

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Payneville fourth grader Paulette Black checks out some of the baskets that were up for bidding.

Thursday, May 13, 2010

New online tool can help students understand the cost of a education Submitted by Lori Powers Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority

(KHEAA) and www.studentaid.com. The net price is the difference between the cost of going to a school and how much financial aid a student can expect to receive. Federal law will require all college Web sites to provide a net price calculator by October 2011. “The quality of net price calculators varies greatly,” said Ted Franzeim, senior vice president for customer relations at KHEAA. “By

Kentucky colleges and universities have a new online tool that can help students and parents understand the costs of higher education. The ThinkAhead Net Price Calculator is available to colleges through a partnership between the Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority

partnering with www.studentaid.com, KHEAA is able to provide colleges and universities with the best calculator available.” Think Ahead provides accurate estimates of how much families can expect to pay toward a student’s college costs. It also provides accurate estimates of how much the student can expect to receive in Federal Pell Grants and state grants. The estimator is custom-

ized to each college’s financial aid policy and can provide student aid packages based on each student’s financial and academic background. For more information about planning for college, visit www.gotocollege.ky.gov. For more information about Kentucky scholarships and grants, visit www.kheaa.com or write KHEAA at P.O. Box 798, Frankfort, KY, 40602-0798; or call 800-928-8926, ext. 6-7372.

FBLA students compete, win big at conference Submitted by Courtney McGraw Meade County High School On April 15 -17 the Meade County Chapter of Future Business Leaders of America had many active members and officers attend the State Leadership at the Gault House in Louisville. This conference was held for the qualifiers from the regional levels of competitive events, campaigning for state offices, and the induction Ceremony for the State Officers. During the general session of the conference, Jesse Adams was recognized for reaching the leader level of the Business Achievement Awards. This award recognizes active members for their participation in the organization and their achievements of a specific award regarding the Business Achievement

ranged from business procedures, digital video productions, to even job interviews. The following are the members that placed at state leadership conference: •Kevin Graham placed first in banking and financial systems •Katie Renyer placed second in accounting II •Rachel Nelson, fourth in introduction to business communication •Kayla Higbee placed

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Spring Fling

May 8th, 9am-3pm at the Optimist Park in Vine Grove Sponsored by: •The Cecilian Bank •Allegro at Helmwood •North Hardin Health & Rehabilitation Center •Vine Grove IGA

RiverRidge Marathon

M YE RS Concrete Products

Jazz Band “Fit 4 A King”

11am-2pm Craft Show Set ups $20 10ft x 10ft spaces

Yard Sale - Set ups $10 Set up the day before

For more information or to donate items to benefit the Vine Grove Chamber please contact Donna Broadway at 270-877-2422 or donna@vinegrove.org. You can also bring items to the Chamber Luncheon anytime.

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A group of Meade County High School students at the Future Business Leaders of America State Leadership Conference April 15-17 in Louisville. Awards (BAA). The BAA includes four levels: future, business, leader and America levels. Competitive events, campaigning, voting, awards, and excitement all took place throughout the conference. The competitive events tests are designed to encourage FBLA members to learn and develop the qualities to be effective and responsible business leaders. Such events that took place

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Students experience a different kind of Derby By Jennifer Corbett The News Standard Kindergarteners put their best foot forward as they participated in a derby unlike any other, Friday, April 30. Students got to don different names such as Fancypants Bluejeans, Speedy, and Hayden’s Spirit, for the Payneville Elementary Kindergarten Derby, as they got to live the life of a jockey during a portion of school. Students, friends and families sat in a circle around the course and cheered on their student in the races. The race featured an

Oaks division for the girls, and a Derby division for the boys. Abby Deibler won the Oaks division and Chaney Weick won the Derby division. Each division had three rounds with approximately five students in each round. Students competed by wearing a hat they made, similar to what a jockey wears and even had their own stick horse for the event. Principal Marie Barr said this event was geared toward kindergarteners and it’s something they do every year. Kindergarten teacher

Vesta Smith was one of the masterminds behind the event, which started 14 years ago, and she said she simply heard of the idea through word of mouth. Smith said they prepare the students the week prior to the event by making sure their homework is derby themed. For example, the students might work on math problems pertaining to the ballon glow. But overall, Smith said she loves to get all the parents involved in the event and seeing the joy in her students’ faces. “I love to see them running,” she said. “They get so excited. They all just clap for each other.”

ABOVE: Abby Deibler crosses the finish line in the Oaks portion of the Kindergarten Derby at Payneville Elementary. FAR LEFT: Abby Deibler (right) and Chaney Weick stand in the winner’s circle with their prizes as friends, family members and classmates celebrate their victory. LEFT: Thad Redmon(left) cheers on his fellow classmates Jamie Smith and Cody Pike as they race to the finish line. THE NEWS STANDARD/ JENNIFER CORBETT

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Submitted by Payneville Elementary Wayne Mattingly accepted an invitation from Payneville Elementary to speak to the sixth graders about his service to his country during the Vietnam War. Mattingly presented the school with a book Declaration of Independence to remind students we are still fighting for freedom today. Pete Goodwin also accepted an invitation from Payneville Elementary to speak to the sixth graders about serving in the United States Navy to preserve our freedom. He also shared his expertise on the history of World War II.

Don’t waste your time on Clash of the Titans Shawn Hughes Jr. Old & New Movie Reviews “Clash of the Titans” should be more like “Crash of the Titans.” I had reasonably high hopes for this movie. I didn’t think it would surpass the original by any means, but I did at least expect it to be decent. Boy was I wrong. From beginning to end, it’s nothing but an endless slog through various monsters of Greek mythology, without any real rhyme or reason. And that pretty much sums up the entire movie. Let’s see, what else? The acting is terrible, the characters are bland and nondescript, the action is dull, the story is nonexistent, and the special effects are just okay. It’s just one big ‘monsterof-the-moment’ spectacle that’s not at all satisfying and rarely even makes sense. One thing that genuinely distracted me throughout the entire movie was Sam Worthington’s perfect buzz cut. It’s ancient Greece, for crying out loud. This, coupled with an infrequent use

of profanity only serves to jolt you out of the time period, which is not what a good movie should do. Another thing is also starting to become painfully clear to me — Sam Worthington is not a very good actor. He may have ridden the gravy train that is Avatar into the spotlight, but based on what I’ve seen of his other work, namely this monstrosity and Terminator Salvation, it’s becoming evident that he only has it in him for one type of niche role. Come to think of it, he has the exact same hair in all three of those movies. Quite simply, this is a remake that should never have happened. And it all culminates in one of the stupidest endings in movie history. If you’ve seen any of the previews for this movie that feature the Kracken, then you’ve seen the end of the movie. This isn’t just a letdown, it’s a slap in the face to moviegoers everywhere. Bottom line — don’t waste your money on this garbage. Instead, take the money you saved and go hunt down the original 1981 classic. You’re welcome. Final grade: one out of four stars

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ABOVE: Gregory Jupin of Brandenburg shot his first turkey on April 25 in Meade County while hunting with his dad Stacy Jupin. Gregory shows off his 22 pound turkey with a 9 1/2 inch beard. RIGHT:Kayle Deaton shot her first turkey on April 25. Kayle’s turkey weighed 22 1/2 pounds with a 10 1/2 inch beard and a 1 1/8 inch spur. Kayle is the nine-year-old daughter of John and Becky Deaton of Brandenburg.

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when the water temperatures are rising into the 70 degree mark. They are used to catch really big fish. I’ll use a swim bait with 15 to 20 pound test line on either a bait casting reel and a heavy action rod. I fish the bait really slow and try to keep it touching the rip rap from time to time imitating a shad feeding on the alge. I know this pattern will catch fish just about anywhere, providing of course, there are fish there. So be sure to use these techniques this spring and again this fall. Please remember to do your part in helping to keep our earth clean and healthy. Scott is sponsored by: Nitro boats, Mercury Outboards, Bass Pro Shops, ZOOM, Costa Del Mar, Tracker Marine, Bluegrass Lures, and Eagle Fence

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DIRECTIONS: From 31W between Elizabethtown and Radcliff turn onto Hwy 220. The auction site will be about 11.8 miles on the right, at the intersection of Hwy 220 and Hwy 920. REAL ESTATE Tract 1: 15.797 Acres with approximately 912’ of frontage on Hwy 220 and approximately 550’ of frontage on Hwy 920. The 1,488 sq ft concrete block building has a partial basement and kitchen and was formerly used as a general store then a residence. Also located on this tract is a barn with a partially concreted floor, formerly used as a corn crib. The grain bin currently on this tract will be sold separately and does NOT remain on the tract. Tract 2: 103.875 acres of gently rolling land approximately 60% open with the remainder in woods. This tract has approximately 1,600’ of road frontage on 920 and is located directly across from Tract 1. Tract 3: 196.967 acres of rolling land with approximately 900’ of frontage on Hwy 220. This tract features two large metal barns and is approximately 70% open land with the remainder in woods. Tract 4: 0.701 acres located across Hwy 220 from Tract 3. Tract 5: 0.527 acres located across Hwy 220 from Tract 3. GUNS/POCKET KNIVES: *Guns are stored off site until the day of the auction and are not available for viewing until the morning of the auction* .22 lever action rifle, Model 1908 Harrington & Richardson 12 gauge single shot, Joseph Golcher percussion muzzle loader, percussion muzzle loader no markings, cap lock pistol that appears to have been buried for a long period of time-old, small revolver with US on handle no other markings, Sabre pocketknives and others. ANTIQUES/PERSONAL PROPERTY: Grain bin (currently located on Tract 1), tobacco cutter, iron shoe last, Czechoslovakian copy of Stradivarius violin, croquenot board, church fans, old books, dishes, framed prints, wooden salt & pepper shakers, Occupied Japan porcelain figurine, porcelain figurines, sheet music, primitive wooden box, RC Allen cash register, vinyl records, milk cans, folding wheelchair, lawn chairs, fishing rods & reels, whitewash brushes, hand saws, rakes, wrenches, level, twine, watering cans, tobacco setter, scythe, primitive hand tools, modern hand tools, charcoal lighter fluid, old purses, wire, insulators, nuts, bolts, and nails all sizes, Belknap Hardware washboard, wooden tool chest, 2 single tree collars, draft horse collar, 2 metal lockers, pressure cooker, Ball jars, vases, chest of drawers, book shelf, primitive table, primitive chest, yard sticks, wicker baskets, Philco TV, step stool, pots, pans, carnival glass container with lid, Homer Laughlin plates, TV trays, snow shovels, croquet set, thatched seat chair, advertising boxes, Rex 90 wagon, picnic basket, bedside toilet, coolers, horseshoes, scrap iron, 3 bottom push plow, steel gates, roll of woven wire, roll of barbed wire, scoops, and many other miscellaneous items. FURNITURE/ANTIQUES: Wardrobe with mirrored dresser, wooden chair, Stimpson delicatessen scale, Stimpson fan top computing scale, electric lift chair, recliner, magazine table, sofa, phone table, primitive church pew, padded chairs, primitive wooden tables, vinyl easy chair, piano, steamer chest, Royal Crown Victor cooler with sliding top doors, Fairbanks Standard cast iron scale, wooden folding chairs, antique iron baby bed with drop sides, and other items. APPLIANCES: GE refrigerator, GE oven, Kenmore washing machine, Belknap refrigerator. TERMS: A 10% buyers premium will be added to all winning bids to determine the final sale price. On real estate, $5,000 will be due on the day of sale with the balance due within 30 days. Inspections of any type must be performed prior to the sale date or the right is waived. Property is sold as is with no guarantees by the seller nor Hodges Auction Company. On personal property, cash or good check for the full purchase amount is due on the day of sale. SELLER: McHenry and Lizzie Mae Bewley Trust

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One thing just about any man-made reservoir has is rip rap. This is also a manmade structure. Rip rap is the large 7 to 10 inch diameter rocks along bridges. Rip rap is also along areas that may have erosions. Rip rap is a key structure in the spring and fall. In the spring, the rocks will collect heat and hold it when the water is still cold. This is one area that heats up quicker so fish are attracted to it for these reasons. To me the spring and fall is a great time to fish rip rap. The rocks have collected a coating of moss growing on them. If you would rub your hand on the ones that are submerged you’ll feel the slickness of them. It‘s what

shad are drawn to and feed on during the fall. When fall brings its cooler water temps. There is more oxygen in this area and shad. The angler who knows these things will be quicker at finding feeding fish and can usually run the rip rap all over the lake in a day’s time and have a very successful catch. Now we know when, where, and why to fish rip rap so let’s talk about how to catch them. There are several baits on the market that will catch fish on rip rap, but keep in mind the fish are looking for shad. I try to imitate the shad. Certain days it may take other baits but my choices are usually crankbaits, spinnerbaits, and buzzbaits. In the spring, one other bait that I will use is a swim bait. These baits are great

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than 10 horsepower, and that includes personal watercraft. Water enthusiasts between the age of 12 and 17 are able to legally operate vessels with motors with more than 10 horsepower, including personal watercraft, if they have successfully completed a boater safety course and have their boater education certificate on board; or if someone 18 or older or anybody with a boater education card accompanies them. Anyone 18 years or older can operate vessels on Kentucky waters unconditionally. Students of the class must pass the Boater Education Exam with an 80 percent or better to receive their certificate. According to Milburn, though boater safety information is invaluable, it is easy to understand. “It’s not rocket science,” he said. “It’s basic, common sense stuff.” For more information on boater safety information, visit the Kentucky Division of Fish and Wildlife Web site at www.fw.ky.gov.

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With summer just around the bend, Meade County residents are gearing up to make waves in area rivers and lakes. To help make summer water fun and bit safer, the Kentucky Division of Fish and Wildlife is offering a boater safety course in Meade County. The course was designed to prepare water enthusiasts and could possibly help to save lives on Kentucky waterways, according to Division of Fish and Wildlife conservation officer Rodney Milburn, who conducted the course. “Water is unforgiving,” Milburn said. “If you’re not prepared and don’t have knowledge of water, it can be very dangerous. Often when people get into a boating accident, it’s because they were not prepared.” The KDFW hosted the first class boater education course, at the Meade County Fire Protection District

building on Wednesday. Another class will be offered on Wednesday, May 15 at 6 p.m. Students in the class learned general boating and boat maintenance information, boat safety equipment, tips for a safer and more comfortable boating experience and boating courtesy. Topics covered by the course included right-of-way on the water, safe navigation around buoys, safety vests and boat registration. According to Milburn, in Brandenburg last year, three men were in a small fishing boat on the Ohio River thattook on water and eventually sank. Only one of the men was wearing a life vest. “If we wouldn’t have been there, the two of them could have easily drowned,” Milburn said. Class participants studied a boating safety manual which was accompanied by an instructional safety video. According to Kentucky boat law, people less than 12 years old are not allowed to operate vessels with motors greater

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Kahne takes detour before he heads to Hendrick team By Monte Dutton NASCAR This Week FORT WORTH, Texas — Kasey Kahne is headed to Hendrick Motorsports, but it’s kind of complicated. Kahne, 30, has already driven for three teams in the Sprint Cup Series — without ever moving. He began with Evernham Motorsports, which became Gillett Evernham, which became Richard Petty Motorsports. All along, Kahne drove No. 9, but he started in a Dodge and this year changed to a Ford. Considered one of the sport’s more talented drivers, it’s no surprise that Kahne is moving to Hendrick Motorsports once his contract at RPM expires at the end of the season, but he’s not moving there directly, or at least, that’s the current spin. Next year Kahne will drive for a team not yet announced — Stewart Haas

Racing, a Hendrick satellite of sorts, is most often mentioned — while Mark Martin completes his contractual commitment at Hendrick. Kahne will not actually join Hendrick properly until 2012. Or so it is currently assumed. Kahne is willing to wait a year, apparently, in order to join the team that produced the top three finishers — Jimmie Johnson, Martin and Jeff Gordon -in last year’s Chase. “To be in the position I’m in now and know where I’m going to be in 2012, to have the opportunity with Rick Hendrick and everybody at Hendrick Motorsports, to me, it’s an unbelievable opportunity. I can’t wait to get that started,” Kahne said. Beyond the announcement of Kahne joining Hendrick in 2012, little is known. Martin has declared he isn’t retiring. Tony Stewart has said he

has made no arrangements to have Kahne join him and Ryan Newman, and other scenarios (JR Motorsports, also Hendrick aligned, moving up from Nationwide to Cup being one) are similarly denied or, at least, played down. No one knows whether or not Kahne will take his crew chief, Kenny Francis, along with him — wherever that is. “I’ll work through it with Mr. Hendrick and figure out exactly what we need to do that makes the most sense,” Kahne said. Monte Dutton has covered motorsports for The Gaston (N.C.) Gazette since 1993. He was named writer of the year by the National Motorsports Press Association in 2008. His blog NASCAR This Week (http://nascar.rbma.com) features all of his reporting on racing, roots music and life on the road. E-mail Monte at nascar_thisweek@yahoo.com.

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First Baseman Jake Wilson tags out a Breckinridge runner during last week’s game.

Baseball From page B1 be there. As a sophomore you can’t ask for anything more than that.” The Greenwave tacked on three more runs in the fifth inning and two more in the six when freshman first baseman Jake Wilson had a two RBI single. While the offense put up 10 runs in six innings, starting pitcher Bo Wilson had another solid start at the mound. He threw six innings for five strikeouts and gave up no runs. “Bo continues to give us good starts and we’re swinging the bats well,” Clanton said. “That’s a good combination. “(Bo) is going to bring it every game. He has the right mentality for it and of course he has the stuff. It’s a big plus when he’s on the mound.” With the win the Greenwave are fighting for the No. 1 seed in the 11th District. They are tied with Hancock County, who has also beat

Drag From page B1 feel. The dragway is the second oldest of its kind in the entire state. “I laughed and said I wanted to put them on the map,” MCConnell said, who has been planning the event for the past four years. “They said they already are on the map, and they are. It’s a great place.” The US 60 Dragway had shut down two years ago, but reopened last summer. This year the racetrack has plenty of events scheduled throughout the summer. “They (the owners of the dragway) are doing some good things; they are tickled to death about this event,” McConnell said. “They say people are already scoping out the race

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Greenwave win six in a row On April 28, Meade County won its sixth straight game over North Bullitt 7-3. Senior Daniel DeRossett led the Greenwave with two doubles and three RBI. Bo Wilson had three hits and scored two runs. Jake Wilson had a big night on the mound and in the batter’s box where he went 2-for-3 with two RBI, while pitching seven innings. He gave up three earned runs and struck out four batters.

able to fight back as they only scored two more runs in the fifth. Brenton Smith had three hits and scored a run, while DeRossett had two hits, an RBI and scored. Scott King had a double and a single, while scoring a run and Bo Wilson had two hits and scored. Central Hardin Meade Co.

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Six-game winstreak ends The Central Hardin Bruins snapped Meade County’s six-game winning streak on April 30, with a 9-6 win. Meade County gave up seven runs in the first three innings, while Meade County mustered four runs in the bottom of the third inning. The Greenwave were un-

MC loses first district game The Greenwave lost its first matchup against Hancock County, 7-0, on Tuesday. Meade County committed six errors and gave up four unearned runs. Hancock County had a no-hitter through the seventh inning when Amburgey broke the streak with a single. Amburgey pitched six innings, struck out two runners, walked none, and gave up three earned runs. The Greenwave will face Hancock at home on Tuesday for a chance to still clinch the No. 1 seed in the 11th District.

track and everything.” So far, coordinators’ phones have been ringing off the hook about the event and they expect more than 300 cars. “There’s some great cars that are going to be there,” McConnell said, who is also bringing five dragsters himself. The event will feature a replica version of the famous Golden Angel and orginals such as The Wild Child, The Wild Bore and Foul Play. Seventy-yearold Ron Thomas, who used to race at US 60, will bring his famous Mighty Mouse dragster. “There’s so many great people coming to this event,” McConnell said, who’s been competing with his dragsters for 32 years. “They’ll be coming from all over. The thing is these old guys just can’t

get enough of racing. Once you do it, you’re hooked forever.” There will be a swap meet during the event, which will cost $25 and a car corral for $25. To compete in flag drags will cost $15 and the nostalgia bracket race costs $30. Winners will receive $500. A car show will be held on Friday at Breckinridge High School, which will cost $15. The proceeds will go toward Letting Kids with Cancer be Kids. The event won’t be just for people who want to see old classic cars hurtling down the track. There will be slot car racing for kids, food, free camping and a nostalgic music band. The gates open at 7 a.m. on May 15. Time trials will begin at 10 a.m. with racing beginning at 11 a.m. Tickets are $8 at the gate.

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Honoring A Survivor

Coalition Members attend Oaks Pink Out honoring Breast Cancer Survivors LEFT: Janet Hobbs visits with first Lady Jane Beshear as the governor enjoys the camaraderie of the breast cancer survivors. Jane Beshear sponsors the Pink Out, Derby Celebration of Hope, and Horses and Hope in an effort to bring attention to the impact of Breast Cancer on Kentucky families. These programs not only celebrate the fact that women have survived cancer, but go further in an effort to adequately provide funding for mammograms to women who work at the racetracks in Kentucky who oftentimes do not have insurance or available means to get the mammograms.

Matthew and Clarissa Lucas are proud to announce the birth of their son, Brody James Lucas. Brody was born at Baptist Hospital East on February 10, 2010. He weighed six pounds and was 20 1/2 inches long. Proud grandparents are Regina Foushee of Brandenburg, Chuck Foushee of Elizabethtown,Ky., and Ralph and Vanessa Lucas of Big Spring, Ky.

BELOW: Diane Greenwell and husband, Mike, walk in the survivors parade at Churchill Downs at the Oaks at the annual Pink Out. Her son placed her name in an online contest and many Meade Countians voted for Diane which gave her a significant number of votes thus allowing her to walk in the parade.

David Maran Snyder, III David and Rhonda (Carter) Snyder of Valley Station, Ky. are proud to announce the birth of their son David Maran Snyder, III. David was born on Monday, March 1, 2010, at 6:40 p.m. He weighed five pounds 15 ounces and was 16 1/2 inches long. Proud grandparents are Diesel and Sandy Carter of Midway, Ky. and Lloyd and Betty Baker of Clarkson, Ky. He is also the grandson of the late David “Randy” Snyder, Sr. formally of Louisville, Ky.

Retirement

LEFT TO RIGHT: Meade County Road Department supervisor Mark Popham, Jimmy Fackler, and Meade County Judge-Executive Harry Craycroft. Meade County Road Department truck driver Jimmy Fackler retired after eight years of service for the Road Department. Fackler said that he enjoyed working with all of the guys at the Road Department, and that he will miss snow plowing the most. He’s not too sure about what all he will do with his newfound spare time, but he has a few ideas. “I’ve got some old farm tractors that I’m going to rebuild. And maybe I’ll do a little fishing,” he said.

Homemakers News The Bluegrass Homemakers had a short meeting on the way to a social day in Indiana. We stopped at the Quilting Bee in Georgetown, Ky. then on to Charlestown, Ky. where we had a delicious and fun meal at the Olive Garden. After that we went to Hobby Lobby where there were bargains galore. On the way home we stopped at Culver’s in Corydon, Ind. for an ice cream treat. We greatly missed Shirley A. and Liz as they couldn’t be with us. The next meeting will be at Liz’s.

Birthdays May 7: Tennille Trent, Lynda Greenwell, Linda Milam, Bradley Hardesty; Jacob Eads, Elizabeth (Waits) Getz, Neal Solomon, Todd Shelton and Frank Bruks May 8: Emily Medley, Cindy Eads and Ashton Foushee May 9: Randall Mattingly, Julia Matthews and Loretta Jupin May 10: Ella Jane Holinger and Greg Foushee May 11: Christina Russell, David Eads, Ali Flaherty, Bill Bassett, Keith Knott and Matt Rhodes May 12: Kayla Jupin, Jeremy Hardesty; Chase Puyear, Amanda Knott, Shizuka Clark, Jessie Thomas and Wayne Nash

Marriage Licenses Ashley Marie Carter, 20, of Brandenburg, daughter of Katherine Marie McCoy and Joseph Henry Carter, Jr., to Richard Kyle Mattingly, 22, of Brandenburg, son of Iris Colleen McCarty and Richard Lee Mattingly. Judith Catherine Kochersperger, 54, of Corydon, daughter of Catherine Ann Finnegan and John Aloysius Klauer, to Mark Edward Kochersperger, 59, of Corydon, son of Teresa Pauline Ballman and Glen Matthias Kochersperger. Cynthia Michelle Ellis, 18, of Flaherty, daughter of Denise Ann Blanton and Mark Anthony Ellis, to Michael Anthony Franklin, 20, of Flaherty, son of Marilyn Mechelle Franklin and Dusk Edward Hubbard. Sheila Kaye Compton, 56, of Muldraugh, daughter of Laverne Kaye Chapman-Compton and Lawrence Edward Compton, to Kenneth Ray Herron, 60, of Muldraugh, son of Doris Paulene Reese-Moore and Raymond Elwood Herron. Desiree Rose Clark, 19, of Fort Knox, daughter of Karen Denise Burns-Clark and Richard Allen Clark, to Luis Alberto Ramirez Beltran, 18, of Fort Knox, son of Veronica Beltran-Ramirez and Juan Carlos Ramirez-Yanez.

ABOVE: Breast Cancer Coalition members Fay Mattingly, Janet Hobbs, Bev Morrison, and Diane Greenwell attended the Kentucky Oaks on Friday, April 30. The ladies enjoyed the beautiful weather and watched as 136 fellow breast cancer survivors, including Diane Greenwell, marched around the track prior to the running of the Oaks race.

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