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A young boy’s quick thinking helps injured man By Casey Tolliver The News Standard A typical trip to the bank became an experience in heroism for a Guston boy who possibly saved the life of an Irvington man. Colton Kelly, 9, was riding to the bank with his father Rodney Kelly last month, when he said he saw a man laying face down in the parking lot of the IGA grocery store in Irvington, Ky. The boy found it odd that a man would be laying face down in a parking lot on such a hot day,
and suggested they turn around to check on the man. Initially, Rodney dismissed his son’s statements, but eventually was convinced by Colton’s adamancy. “If he wasn’t persistent, I wouldn’t have turned around, because I hadn’t seen the man,” Rodney said. “Of course, as a dad I felt bad for not listening. I apologized for not listening at first, and not turning around.” When they reached the parking lot, the pair was shocked to find 73-yearold retired homebuilder
Pat Knott had collapsed and was lying face down, struggling to get up, according to Rodney. “The color had gone from his face,” he said. “The way he was moving, I don’t think he knew where he was. He was white as a ghost.” Rodney got out of the vehicle to check on the man, while Colton took the initiative to call 911 from his father’s cell phone. Moments later, police, EMS and firefighters arrived at the scene, where aid was quickly rendered to Knott’s wounds. During the tumble,
Knott sustained injuries to his face and head, including a fractured jaw and a bloody nose. Emergency responders commended Colton for his actions, and said there is a good chance he saved the man’s life. Knott was taken to a hospital in Hardin County, where he received 26 stitches as a result of his injuries, according to Rodney. Though it took a while for Colton to understand what transpired that scorching June morning, he now comprehends the depth of the situation.
“He could have died because he was out in the sun. I was worried about him and it felt good for me to help him. I think I helped him a lot,” the shy, soft-spoken boy said in true heroic fashion. Rodney was impressed that his son had the presence of mind to help someone in distress. “It was just awesome that my 9-year-old thought to stop and help somebody,” he said. “It was heart wrenching for me, because I knew that, as a parent, I’m raising them the right way. Most kids wouldn’t have done that.”
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Kentucky drivers who are in the habit of texting while driving are now at risk of getting pulled over. A new Kentucky law banning texting while driving went into effect yesterday. The law, which was passed by the 2010 General Assembly, makes it illegal to send text messages or e-mail while driving. Drivers will be afforded a five-month grace period in which offenders are pulled over and warned. When the grace period expires, offenders will be fined $25 for the first offense, and $50 for each subsequent offense. The law, which is one of more than 200 passed by the General Assembly, also bans the use of cell phones by drivers under the age of 18 in any capacity.
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A casualty of the Brandenburg raid re-enactment in downtown lays still while the battle moves forward.
Civil War Days recreate battles, raids, icons and historic moments By Casey Tolliver The News Standard Normally it’s a peaceful retreat, but downtown riverfront park resonated with cannon shots and gunfire over the weekend, as re-enactors donned blue and grey uniforms to re- hash the details of a major Civil War event.
Portrayers transformed the park into a war-ravaged battlefield to reenact Gen. John Hunt Morgan’s raid of Brandenburg and crossing of the Ohio River, which led to one of the greatest raids during the Civil War. “This was very famous for the Confederacy because this is where Morgan crossed. If it wasn’t for
Road service district hits obstacle By Casey Tolliver The News Standard
Road service district issues hit a bump in the road at the Meade County Fiscal Court meeting on Tuesday. Magistrate Herbie Chism, who represents District 2, mentioned he had been approached by several of his constituents who had paid their road service district dues and were unnerved by the fact others within the service district hadn’t. “I’ve got a road service district that’s due this year. I’ve got a spreadsheet on it, and we’re coming up short,” Chism said. “There are several people that haven’t paid. I’ve got questions from some of the ones who have paid as to what we are going to do as far as trying to collect on the ones who hadn’t paid. So, I guess what my question is,
what are we going to do?” Chism referred to a county ordinance which affords fiscal court the right to file lawsuits in response to noncompliance in paying service district dues, and suggested following the ordinance’s guidelines. “In our ordinance, it’s clear in there what we’re supposed to do,” Chism said. “I need to be able to tell these people what we’re going to do.” According to the ordinance, in the event a taxpayer fails to pay their portion of the tax when due, the Meade County Fiscal Court, through it’s attorney, may either initiate civil action to collect the tax owed, or have the same remedy that is provided for the recovery of an owed debt. However, County Attorney Matney See ROADS, Page A9
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Colton Kelly, of Guston, may have saved a man’s life.
Brandenburg, Morgan may not have been able to cross,” Doug Key, the re-enactor who portrayed Gen. John Hunt Morgan said. After crossing the Ohio River at Brandenburg, Morgan, who had nearly 3,000 troops under his command, was
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INDEX Agriculture............. A12 Business................. A11 Court News............ A6 Classifieds.............. B8 Faith....................... A5 Games.................... B7 Obituaries.............. A4 Opinion................. A3 Outdoors................ B5 Viewing.................. B6 Youth..................... B10
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Local subcontractors cleanup an abandon home on Parkway Terrace. By Jennifer Shelton The News Standard
The name “Parkway Terrace” evokes images of a pristine neighborhood with manicured lawns and children running and playing. This is true of the community of Eastwood Hills surrounding 356 Parkway Terrace in Brandenburg, but not true of the address itself. For 13 years the property, owned by Dr. William Shores of Lexington, had been abandoned and left to deteriorate. The decline of the property not only brought dangers due to the crumbling and weakening of the structure, but also other nuisances in the form of creepy, crawly critters. See DESTROYED, Page A7
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able to proliferate through and loot many towns in Indiana, Ohio and Kentucky. Morgan’s raids were detrimentally significant to the North, and slowed down the advancement of Union forces, according to Key. “He caught Indiana and the North completely by surprise,” he said. “From here to anywhere in Indiana, he stopped supply lines.” Key, who used to be a jouster in renaissance re-enactments, has been a Civil War re-enactor for 12 years. His extensive knowledge of Morgan and his raids lends credit to his ability to portray the notable General, a role he enjoys. “It’s wonderful just to be able to have guys listen to do you and do what you say, and tell the infantry and artillery what to do in a similar fashion (as Morgan),” he said. The Meade County Civil War Heritage Association, Inc., which is a non-profit organization, presented the re-enactment. Most of the portrayers were from Indiana and Kentucky, but others came from as far away as Ohio, Michigan, Mississippi, Georgia, Alabama and Tennessee, according to MCCWHA secretary Beth Robinson Woolfolk. “It draws people in and helps the economy,” Woolfolk said. “It also draws attention to downtown. All of the re-enactors commented on how beautiful the park was.” Not only did the portrayal promote Brandenburg, but it also served as an educational tool “You read about it in history books, but one or two pages doesn’t bring justice to how many people lost their lives in the Civil War.” The re-enactment commemorated the 147th anniversary of the actual raid and crossing. MCCWHA has been organizing the event since 2005, Woolfolk added. A Meade County High School student bore an extra burden to help make the event a success, according to Woolfolk. “We had one of our re-enactors’ son who stepped up and really helped all weekend,” she said. “Jacob Franke worked his tail off. It’s the little behind the scenes things that really makes the difference.”
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CLOCKWISE (from top): A bugler calls Confederate troops to the battlefield at the Civil War Days held in downtown Brandenburg; a Confederate infantry and cavalry marching in the battle; a pro-Union infantry gets a pep talk before charging at Confederate soldiers; a re-enactor, left, shares his fake whiskey with an onlooker.
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sent the same commonwealth but take very different positions on how that works. One warns that Congress is spending our children’s inheritance while the other brags about it. But that dichotomy simply represents a microcosm of the country. A growing number of Kentuckians want less spending and a more constitutional government. Others prefer the Sugar Daddy approach, which keeps more and more dependents sucking on government’s teat, all the while vigorously shaking their heads in approval at policies that redistribute the wealth and institute a state of Nanny-ism that runs every aspect of their lives. I offer the government-enabled folks a question originally raised by Bertrand Russell: “If one man offers you democracy and another offers you a bag of grain, at what stage of starvation will you prefer the grain to a vote?” Undoing the failure of past irresponsible spending decisions in Washington will feel like starving to the entitlement-addicted crowd. But selling our nation’s soul for a bowl of socialism would be fatal for freedom.
United States of America vs. Arizona Rich Lowry
National Review The legal case against the Arizona immigration law is unassailable. The Justice Department and the American Civil Liberties Union argue that the law impermissibly “conflicts with federal law and enforcement priorities,” in the words of the ACLU suit. And who can disagree? Clearly, Arizona’s priority is to enforce the nation’s immigration laws; the federal government’s priority is to ignore them as much as possible. Case closed. In his recent immigration speech, President Barack Obama warned ominously of a “patchwork” of immigration laws arising as “states and localities go their own ways.” Oddly enough, sanctuary cities acting in open defiance of immigration laws have never notably been the object of his wrath. Who’s to
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make arrests for violations of federal immigration law, and the Supreme Court in a 1976 decision said federal immigration law didn’t intend “to preclude even harmonious state regulation.” Regardless, the courts will now decide. The Obama administration hasn’t always been such a stickler for national uniformity. Last year, it reversed Bush-administration policy and stopped prosecuting violations of federal marijuana law by users and suppliers of medical marijuana in states that have legalized it. The upshot is that the direct violation of federal drug laws is acceptable at the state level, whereas the direct enforcement of federal immigration laws at the state level is not. And so the battle is joined, with the federal government making the plea — please, whatever you do, let our immigration laws molder on the books. Rich Lowry is editor of the National Review.
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rests on “pre-emption,” the notion that federal law “occupies the field” on immigration and prevents states from passing their own regulations. In the context of the initial gusts of outrage at the Arizona law, this is a somewhat technical transgression. Couldn’t Eric Holder have nailed Arizona for its nascent Nazism? Arizona has been here before. Pro-immigration groups sued over its workplace enforcement law passed in 2007. All the same arguments were mustered about federal pre-emption. A U.S. district-court judge (upheld by the appeals court) rejected them because the state law so closely tracked the federal law and didn’t contradict its stated purpose. The drafters of the new law attempted to meet these same standards by directly drawing on federal statutes for its definition of immigration offenses. The courts have long upheld the right of states to
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judge the good-hearted people of Berkeley? There’s only one part of the dismaying patchwork that stirs Obama’s Cabinet to outrage and his attorney general to legal action — Arizona’s commitment to enforcement. The legal fight between the federal government and Arizona will be a case of dueling insincere arguments. The federal government will pretend that it objects to Arizona supposedly creating a wholly new scheme of immigration regulation, when its real problem is that the state wants to take existing law too seriously. Arizona will pretend that it is acting in keeping with long-standing federal intent, when its law never would have been necessary if the feds intended to enforce their own statutes. Instead, the federal government has adopted what the Justice Department calls — in a euphemism for the ages — “balanced administration of the immigration laws.” The case against Arizona
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nation is guaranteeing our students have the resources to receive a high-quality education while maintaining the highest skilled workforce in the world.” Wow! Really? I wonder if he knows: •Kentucky’s 10.7 percent unemployment rate is more than a percentage point higher than the national average? •In Jefferson County, local school taxes are 25 percent higher, and proficiency rates have declined during the past three years for white, black, Hispanic, Asian, free-lunch and limited-English proficiency students. •Employers want to hire graduates, especially minorities, but can’t find those academically proficient enough to even fill out a job application or read a simple safety manual? He must not know that if money solved our education problems, Louisville, which spends 19 percent more per pupil than any of the other 173 districts, would be the education poster district. On the same page in the same publication on the same day, two political leaders claim to successfully repre-
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FRANKFORT, Ky. — Kentucky Attorney General Jack Conway and the Kentucky Department for Public Health today issued a warning to consumers after an investigation by the Attorney General’s office confirmed high levels of lead in jewelry sold in Kentucky. The brightly colored jewelry sold at Rainbow stores in Lexington and Louisville could be attractive to children and could present a danger to a child’s health. An investigation into whether the products have been sold elsewhere in Kentucky is ongoing. Working with the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), the Kentucky Department for Public Health and the Kentucky Injury Prevention and Research Center, General Conway’s office obtained samples and ordered tests of the jewelry earlier this month after the California Attorney General’s office issued a Notice of Violation to Rainbow for selling jewelry contaminated with lead. “I’ve launched this investigation to help protect Kentucky kids from dangerous toys and jewelry,” General Conway said. “If parents believe their children may have been exposed to the jewelry they should contact their local health departments or pediatrician.” Laboratory tests obtained by the Attorney General’s office confirmed that many of the brightly colored heart pendants and bracelets were greater than 80 percent lead. The Kentucky samples showed the metal charms and jewelry contained as much as 894,962 parts per million (ppm) of lead, which is more than 2000 times the CPSC’s recommended maximum acceptable level of 300 ppm for lead in children’s jewelry. Rainbow has pulled these items from its
The choices between big spending and responsible leadership have always existed. But sometimes the lines get blurred or disappear altogether as the sands of political expediency shift and the clamor of big-government statists drown out calls for responsible stewardship. Hard times have a way of magnifying those choices, and an example of that from Kentucky’s Washington delegation recently appeared in the Kentucky Gazette. In one column on Page 16, a Kentucky U.S. Senator bemoans: “We are spending our nation’s future into the abyss.” He wrote that by 2020, the cost of the national debt “will jump to $248,700 per child under the age of 18 . . . As a country we have to make hard decisions when it comes to entitlement programs. Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security will continue to drain our resources.”
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stores and has assured the Attorney General’s office the items will not be sold in Kentucky. Results obtained by the California Attorney General’s office also showed lead in jewelry purchased in 5-7-9 stores. Consumers who have purchased these products, either at Rainbow or 5-7-9 stores, should either throw the jewelry away or store the item in a safe place out of reach of children in case it is needed to secure a refund. General Conway and Public Health Commissioner William D. Hacker, M.D. strongly advise keeping all jewelry, keys or charms not designed for young children away from children under the age of six to prevent possible lead poisoning or choking. A small child mouthing or swallowing an item containing the amount of lead found in some of the Rainbow products could suffer acute or chronic lead poisoning, which can cause death or permanent adverse health effects including behavioral problems and learning disabilities, according to Dr. Susan Pollack, a pediatrician with the Kentucky Injury Prevention and Research Center at the University of Kentucky. Lead is strictly limited in children’s jewelry but there is no federal limit for lead in adult jewelry. In this case, the Office of the Attorney General is working to ensure that the lead-contaminated jewelry that could be attractive to children is kept off of store shelves and out of the hands of Kentucky kids. For a list of the items tested, test results and photographs of the jewelry and charms, go to http://ag.ky.gov/multimedia/photos/leadjewelry. htm. For more information on the safety of children’s jewelry, go to http://www.cpsc.gov/ onsafety/?s=metal+jewelry. For a full list of recalled products, go to www.cpsc. gov or visit General Conway’s KY Kids Alert section available on his website.
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“Hard decisions?” “Spending our nation’s future into the abyss?” “We’ve got to do something about Social Security, the third rail of politics?” Not exactly a warm-andfuzzy campaign platform. But voters want the cold, hard facts. Most are fed up with high taxes, overspending, an inept, grossly expensive education system and deaf politicians. Incumbents ignore this at their peril. Yet some do. Also, on Page 16 — right next to the Senator’s statement lamenting our nation’s fiscal crisis — a Louisville congressman spent his entire allotted space talking about how much taxpayer-funded bacon he brings home. He bragged about how Kentucky would receive millions in additional federal stimulus money and said, “this new funding brings the total amount of Recovery Act dollars the Commonwealth has received from the U.S. Department of Education to more than $1.14 billion.” So what did the congressman think would be the end result of all this “stimulating” spending? “With this investment, our
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“People just can’t wait for the Meade County Fair,” said current fair manager David Pace. And he’s right. Traditions come and go, but some would leave a vacancy too big to fill. The annual fair has become such an event for Meade County. It’s sort of Sunday dinner, Christmas and Homecoming all rolled into one. While the fair has seen many changes over the years, there is one basic root in which it is grounded — it’s a celebration of us. It’s about our heritage and our way of life. We’re pretty special people around here and not ashamed to show our pride. Pride in our hard work, pride in our crafts, pride in our families, pride in our abilities, pride in our faith, and pride in our friendliness are all put on display during our fair. This is the time we come together as one community to share old memories and make new ones. It’s a time for the young to learn from the more seasoned of us and for the elders to rejoice in the exuberance of the young. And, we don’t mind at all when visitors show up to share in the fun. We hope they become more than visitors and stay friends. There is no way to hide the fact it’s an enormous economic boost to the area. But, in the end, it means much more. So, the grand lady makes her yearly appearance beginning Saturday night. Let’s all go out and greet her like the old friend she is to us. She is our “FAIR lady.”
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James “Jim” Kendall
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James (Jim) Kendall, 100, died Friday, July 9, 2010. He was born in Meade County on March 2, 1910. He was the fourth child of John Wesley and Mae Jane Anderson Kendall. There were six children in the family, five boys and one girl. James lived and grew up on the family farm located on the Salem-Guston Road outside of Guston, Ky. His father was a blacksmith with a shop on the family farm and a farmer, with cattle, turkeys, tobacco, and corn crops. Jim had four brothers; Lon B., Dr. William Fred, Abraham Daniel, and Benjamin Leslie, and one sister, Mabel Kendall Dugan (David Howard), all preceded him in death. Jim was married to Mary Belle Stith, Sept. 12, 1936. Mary passed away March 28, 1983. He was married second to Janie B. Stewart on Nov. 18, 1991, who passed away Nov. 3, 1997. James served in WW II in England and Europe as Tech. Sgt. He was a surgical technician in a general hospital. He was awarded a Bronze Star for his duty in Europe. James worked at Fort Knox until he retired. Jim has two children born to him and Mary Stith Kendall; Dr. James L. Kendall, (Barbara Jean Coffey) and Wesley D. Kendall, (Diana Lynn Elmore); three stepchildren, Philip Stewart (Crystal), Betty Dennis (Denny), and Janet Sommers; four grandchildren, James Lamar, Howell Joseph, and Wesley Brandon Kendall; one granddaughter, Etta Nicole Kendall Gray (T. J.); eight step-grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. Monday, July 12, 2010, Alexander Funeral Home.
James Nicholas Heil, 76, of Battletown, Ky., died Sunday, July 11, 2010, at Medco Center in Brandenburg, Ky. He was an Air Force Veteran. Heil was preceded in death by a son, John. He is survived by his wife, Myra Giles Heil; two step-sons, Ralph “Buddy” Powell of Battletown, Ky., and James Powell of Florida; two sisters, Gertie Stewart and Rosie (Michael) Watry of Wisconsin; special friends, James and Bobbie Dials of Battletown, Ky., and several grandchildren. The family chose cremation with no services. Arrangements by Hager Funeral Home. Online condolences may be left at www.hagerfuneralhome.com.
Edgar Ellis Lovitt, 85, of Vine Grove, Ky., died Saturday, July 10, 2010, at the Kindred Hospital in Louisville, Ky. Lovitt was retired from the United States Army and was a member of the Disabled American Veterans. Survivors include four sons, Michael Patrick Lovitt of Vine Grove, Ky., Bryan Gregory Lovitt of Tuscon, Ariz., Jeffory Dwayne Lovitt of Horn Lake, Miss., Edgar Ellis Lovitt Jr., of Mount Washington, Ky.; daughter, Connie Faye McIntyre of Indianapolis; seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Services will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Hosparus, P.O. Box 2149, Elizabethtown, KY 42702. Condolences can be expressed online at www.coffeyandchism.com
Robert Lee Branham Robert Lee Branham, Jr., 35, died Wednesday, July 7, 2010. He is survived by, his father, Robert Lee Branham, Sr; step-mother, Adell Branham; brother, David (Candy) Branham; sister, Amy (Scott) Burgin and three nieces and four nephews. Bobby was a fun and loving person that cared about everybody. He loved to watch “Cops” and play video games with his nephew Nathan. He also loved taking his nephew Ja’Kobe on walks, in his stroller, to the park. He was loved by everyone and will be missed by everyone. Funeral services were held Sunday, July 11, 2010, at 3:30 p.m. at the Ekron Full Gospel Church of God. Bruington-Jenkins-Sturgeon Funeral Home handled the arrangements. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the funeral home for the family. Online condolences may be made at www.bjsfunerals.com.
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Elke Lydia Wilson Elke Lydia Wilson, 42, of Flaherty, Ky., died Saturday, July 10, 2010, at her residence. Survivors include her husband, Rodney Wilson; three children, Jennifer Summit and her husband Bryan, Kevin Wilson, Kristine Wilson; and a close friend, Waltrud. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, July 16, 2010, at the chapel of Coffey and Chism Funeral Home in Vine Grove, Ky. Condolences can be expressed online at www.coffeyandchism.com
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Lucy L. Gilbert Lucy L. Gilbert, 64, of Radcliff, Ky., died Tuesday, July 13, 2010, at Baptist Hospital East in Louisville, Ky. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Yvonne Gilbert; and her father, Heinz Brandt. She is survived by her husband, Phillip Gilbert of Radcliff, Ky.; a granddaughter, Corrina Gilbert of Radcliff, Ky.; her son, Jack Sibley of Erlangen, Germany; and her mother, Irmgard Brandt of Erlangen, Germany. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, July 16, 2010, at Nelson-Edelen-Bennett Funeral Home in Radcliff, Ky., with Rev. Wilhelmina Jackson officiating. Condolences may be expressed online at www.nebfh.com.
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Daisy Yvonne Lambert, 49, of Cromwell, Ky., died Thursday, July 8, 2010, at her residence. She was born June 9, 1961, in Montebello, Calif., to Roy and Gladys Davis Kovach. She is survived by: her parents; daughter, Alicia (Wayne) King of Cromwell, Ky.; son, Jason Trent of Cromwell, Ky.; fiancée, Darrell Lambert of Cromwell, Ky.; sisters, Eva (Jerry) Slayton of Vine Grove, Ky., Jeri (Phillip) Tabor of Williamsburg, Ky., and Susan Kovach of Louisville, Ky.; brothers, Michael (Melanie) Kovach of Louisville, Ky., and David Kovach; grandmother, Eva Davis; and grandchildren, Austin and Justin King. Funeral services were held Sunday, July 11, 2010, at 2 p.m. at the chapel of Bruington-Jenkins-Sturgeon Funeral Home.
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The members of the band “Swerve” rock out a top a rolling stage in First Baptist Church’s parking lot Saturday evening. “Swerve” played a variety of cover songs as well as originals. By Jennifer Corbett The News Standard First Baptist Church was a little bit rock ‘n’ roll Saturday as they held a free concert in their parking lot. The event featured the seven-
member band, “Swerve,” who brought a bit of flair to concertgoers. “Swerve” performed on top of a rolling stage and their sounds could easily be heard from neighborhoods blocks away. The band featured two female singers, three guitarists, a drummer
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and a keyboardist. The group performed almost every music genre ranging from rock ‘n’ roll to Christian. The concert featured original songs, as well as cover songs. Prior to the concert, First Baptist Church also held a block party, which had food, drinks and much more.
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Understanding the times is a rare gift Dan Newton Divine Guidance
1 Chronicles 12: 32 says, “All these men understood the signs of the times and knew the best course for Israel to take.“ Every four years, candidates of all political parties say and do everything they can to convince us that they best understand our post-9ll world and know how to keep our nation safe. Whom do you picture as a
person who understands our times? You probably think of a leader with a firm grasp of our culture, someone who knows what kind of leadership we need in order to deal with the forces currently affecting us. The Bible tells us that the men of Issachar (one of the original twelve tribes of Israel) not only understood the times in which they lived, but also knew what should be done. That is a rare and valuable gift. The men of Issachar fought for King David and helped him form effective strategies for defending Israel from all threats.
They were the brains of David’s military and used their God-given wisdom to decipher what was best for the kingdom. The men of Issachar had the all-important trait of applied understanding that we all need. They understood what was going on, and more importantly, they had the wisdom to form practical strategies that would meet the needs of the kingdom. Like Israel during David’s reign, we live in perilous times. We need men who understand the times and who know what to do. If you believe in Christ,
then you can be one of those men. If the spirit of Christ dwells within you, you have all the resources you need to be a man of applied understanding. the world has never needed you more. 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.
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Some tips on how to help a local church pastor Randy Johnson Pastor’s Spotlight
I have had the privilege of being a church pastor for more than 20 years. I have seen good times and I have seen bad. There were struggles and victories all along the way. There have always been church members who were willing to help with the successful running of the church. Just a few days ago a church member called and
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asked if there was anything they could help with. Thank God for those members. Recently, someone sent me a little nugget of some practical suggestions with which church members could be a help to their pastor. Since there are a lot of people who read my column, I wanted to pass this along to you. By they way, don’t wait for your pastor to ask you for help, put these suggestions into practice as soon as you can. 1. Don’t heap upon him a major problem just before he stands up to preach. 2. Don’t give a sympa-
thetic ear to every little gripe or criticism of him. 3. Don’t live your life in a way that adds to the heavy burden of concern he already carries. 4. Don’t force him to do all of the calling and soulwinning. 5. Don’t expect him to be the janitor, carpenter, painter, yard man, and general errand boy for the church. 6. Don’t falsely assume that a preacher can’t become discouraged by laziness, worldliness, indifference and luke-warmness among God’s people. 7. Don’t insult his intel-
ligence by supposing that he can’t see through shallow excuses. 8. Don’t conclude that, because he deals strongly with your sins, he isn’t aware of his own and isn’t seeking victory in his own life as well as he desires it in yours. Please share this with your pastor, he will be glad to know you are willing to help Matthew 25:40 “In as much as you did it to the least of these my brethern, you have done it unto me.” Randy Johnson is the pastor at Brandenburg Church of God.
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Robert Wilson and Rogene Wilson, to Steven O. Wilson and Mimi K. Wilson, property located in Meade County, deed tax $200. James D. Smith and Vesta Rae Smith, to Bruce Fitzgerald and Katrina M. Fitzgerald, lot 743 of Doe Valley Subdivision in Wildflower Ridge Section, deed tax $2. Ya Lin Wei, to Doe Valley Association, Inc., a Kentucky Corporation, lot 228 of Doe Valley Subdivision in Greenbriar Section. Ya Wan Wei and Alex Lin, to Doe Valley Association, Inc., a Kentucky Corporation, lot 669 of Doe Valley Subdivision in Wildflower Ridge Section. Peter M. Gingerich and Lisa M. Gingerich, to Bradley S. Hobson and Barbara J. Hobson, lot 51 of Doe Valley Subdivision in Pine Point Section, deed tax $228. Sean M. Hatch and Nicole M. Detomaso, to Michelle L. Cox and Michael Cox, lot 10 of Doe Valley Subdivision in Hickory Hills Subdivision, deed tax $250. Christopher D. Leljedal and Marles D. Leljedal, to David A. Lehnartz and Jeannie M. Lehnartz, lot 6 of Windy Valley Estates, deed tax $181. Mitchell E. Tupman and M. Sarah Tupman, to Gabriel Chapman and Jennifer Chapman, lot 20 of Rolling Heights Subdivision, deed tax $155. Kentucky Land Holdings of Radcliff, LLC, to Amy Larson, property located in Meade County, deed tax $19.50. Gordon Board and Bernett Board, to William Price, lot 19 of Circle K Estates, deed tax $19. Walter M. Hargis and Emma L. Hargis, to Darnell L. Stewart, a 1.752 acre tract located on the northwest side of KY HWY 1238, deed tax $18. Fred R. Caplinger Jr., and Gary Blevins, to Fred R. Caplinger and Patricia Diane Smoot, lot 2 of Red Oak Acres Subdivision, deed tax $18.50. William Robert Yadlosky, to William Robert Yadlosky Living Trust and William Robert Yadlosky, property located in Meade County. Adelia M. Ross-Kuttler, to Rebecca J. Young, lot 8 of Rolling Acres Subdivision, deed tax $199. Robert E. Cummings, to David L. James and Sara A. James, lot 1 of Farris Meadows, deed tax $182.50. Julie Michelle Waters, to Robert Durbin and Mary Durbin, 31 Benham Road. Michael Robert Russell and Elizabeth Russell, to Nicholas Funk and Michelle Funk, lot 2 of The Mike Russell Property, deed tax $30. Timothy R. Bennett and Kathy L. Bennett, to Christopher A. Rogers, property located in Meade County.
Quitclaim Deeds
Charles E. Coyle, to Susan L. Ward, property located in Meade County, deed tax $72. Steve Solomon and Geraldine Solomon, to Steven Solomon and Geraldine Solomon, lot 181 of Doe Valley Subdivision in Hickory Hills Section. Bruce William Clagg, to Michelle Marie Clagg, lot 37, 38, 39 and 40 of St. Martin’s Addition. David A. Myers, to Angela Marie Myers, 110 Abby Court in Vine Grove.
Building Permits
7/1/10 Eric Ray, SFD plus attached garage, $375.24. 7/2/10 Steve Redmon, SFD, $209. 7/2/10 Steve Redmon, SFD, $211. 7/2/10 Robert Sherrard, deck/covered deck, $100. 7/2/10 John Grass, SFD, $212.80. 7/2/10 Amy Larson, SW’99, $100. 7/6/10 Jr. and Tina Marsteller, SFD plus attached garage, $355.44. 7/6/10 Trading Post Homes of Meade County, DW’10, $100. 7/6/10 Trading Post Homes of Meade County, DW’07, $100. 7/7/10 Billy Price, SW plus two decks, $170. 7/7/10 M&B Construction – Stewart, SFD, $269.14.
Septic Permits
7/2/10 Mike Pickett/James Warren, Seminole Trail in Brandenburg. 7/6/10 Trading Post Homes/Tony Doyle, Red Hawk Drive in Guston. 7/7/10 Chris Rogers/Tommy Popham, Weldon Road in Brandenburg.
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7/2/10 11:24 a.m. David N. Simmons, of Elizabeth, Ind., was driving a 1997 Ford F150. Simmons stated that as he was backing up, he forgot that a car was parked to his right side and backed into the left side of the car. No injuries were reported. Report BPD10064 was filed by Officer Whited. 7/2/10 9:22 p.m. Doron Paige, of Fort Knox, was driving a 2001 Dodge Durango. Amy N. Adkins-Bishop, of Brandenburg, was driving a 2003
Mazda Protégé. Paige was attempting to pull into a parking space when he ran into Adkins-Bishop, who was also in motion in the driving lane coming towards Paige. Paige struck Adkins-Bishop in the left quarter panel. No injuries were reported. Report BPD10065 was filed by Officer Richardson. 7/3/10 10:05 a.m. Ann J. McAnallen, of Brandenburg, was driving a 2007 Mazda MX5. Terri R. Hurt, of Ekron, was driving a 2007 Toyota Corolla. McAnnallen stated that as she was backing out of her parking space she did not see Hurt coming behind her. McAnallen backed into the side of Hurt. No injuries were reported. Report BPD10066 was filed by Officer Whited.
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7/1/10 2:08 p.m. Craig R. Totten, of Owensboro, was driving a 1996 Ford F150. Richard D. Perry, of Guston, was driving a 2002 Ford Crown Victoria. Totten stated that he was overtaking two westbound tractor-trailers and pulled out to pass, not seeing Perry who was in the eastbound lane. When Totten tried to return to the westbound lane, he stated that he had steering failure and the vehicle would not respond. Perry stated he saw Totten oncoming in his lane and began to brake hard and go toward the right shoulder but could not avoid Totten. Contact occurred off the southbound side of the road. The impact knocked the rear axle and drive shaft out from under Totten. Perry spun 180 degrees and came to a rest facing westbound against a fence. No injuries were reported. Report 10-0160 was filed by Officer Cummings. 7/1/10 7:14 p.m. Jeanette J. Ganay, of Fort Knox, was driving a 2003 Volkswagen Jetta. Kristin N. Barger, of Irvington, was driving a 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe. Barger was operating southbound on HWY 79. Ganay was operating eastbound on Payneville Road. Ganay stopped at the stop sign and then entered the intersection failing to yield to the right of way to Barger. Barger swerved to the left in an attempt to avoid Ganay. Barger struck Ganay and veered off the road striking a road sign and came to a rest on a guide wire. Ganay stated that she looked both ways before entering the intersection but did not see Barger until the point of impact. The witness confirmed this account. First aid was given at the scene and the injured were transported to US Army Hospital. Report 10-0161 was filed by Officer Rogers. 7/2/10 6:21 p.m. Garland W. Beauchamp, of Irvington, was driving a 1999 Ford F150. Beauchamp was operating northbound on Flaherty Road. Beauchamp stated that an unknown vehicle pulled out of the BP gas station making a left turn onto southbound Flaherty Road. He stated that the subject then veered into his lane striking the front of his vehicle. The unknown driver then drove through a yard, came back out onto Flaherty and then turned onto Rineyville Road and fled the scene. Beauchamp stated that the vehicle was operated by a white female, approximately 40 years old and she was driving a burgundy Pontiac Bonneville. Beauchamp was unable to obtain a registration number. No injuries were reported. Report 10-0162 was filed by Officer Rogers. 7/3/10 2 a.m. Michael L. Metcalfe, of Willis, Texas, was driving a 2001 Dodge Stratus. Metcalfe was traveling west on HWY 333, when he lost control of his vehicle and crossed over into the eastbound lane. Metcalfe then traveled 120 feet off road hitting a earthen embankment causing the vehicle to flip over side ways another 40 feet, then hitting a utility pole ripping off a part of the front bumper. The vehicle then spun around side ways still traveling west off road additional 20 feet then tearing down a speed advisory sign, while flipping three times traveling an additional 180 feet; totaling 360 feet when the vehicle came to a rest right up in a ditch next to a culvert. Meade County EMS was called o the scene and the injured were transported to University of Louisville Hospital. Report 10-0163 was filed by Officer Shipley. 7/3/10 6:48 a.m. Joseph D. Baker, of Brandenburg, was driving a 2001 Ford F150. Baker stated that he was east on KY 1638 when an unknown vehicle, a Black Grand Am, was west on KY 1638. As the Grand Am approached Baker, it came to his side of the roadway. Baker moved to the middle of the road to keep from hitting head on. The black Grand Am passed him on the passenger side and the mirror of the car struck Baker from the front fender all the way to the rear fender. The Black Grand Am left continuing towards Brandenburg on KY 1638. No injuries were reported. Report 10-0164 was filed by Officer Hendley. 7/3/10 4:12 p.m. Darrell J. Lyon, of Brandenburg, was driving a 1995 Volvo 940. Rosella Spencer, of Louisville, was driving a 2008 Toyota Corolla. Lyon stated that he was west on US 60 and was making a left turn into the parking lot of B&H Liquors. Lyon pulled into the path of Spencer
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where they collided in the westbound lane and both units went off the roadway on the shoulder into some shrubs. Meade County EMS was called to the scene and the injured were transported to Hardin Memorial Hospital. Report 10-0165 was filed by Officer Hendley. 7/3/10 6:54 p.m. Michael S. Hamilton II, of Louisville, was driving a 2002 Dodge Intrepid. Leonard Martin, of Louisville, was driving a 2000 Dodge Caravan. Russell C. Jones, of Irvington, was driving a 2010 Honda Civic. All units were traveling east on US 60. An unidentified green F150 traveling east had stopped for a car to turn. Martin and Jones came to a stop, but Hamilton struck Martin sending Martin into the back of Jones and Jones into the back of an unidentified truck. This resulted in damage to units 1, 2 and 3. No injuries were reported. Report 100166 was filed by Officer Graham. 7/7/10 7:47 p.m. Pamela K. Lee, of Battletown, was driving a 1997 Pontiac Bonneville. Gary E. Zang, of Brandenburg, was driving a 1997 Chevrolet Lumina. Zang was operating westbound on Rhodelia Road. Lee was operating eastbound on Rhodelia Road and attempted to make a left turn into the business. Lee failed to yield to the right of way and was struck by Zang in the front end. Lee stated that she never saw Zang until she heard tires screeching. Zang left skid marks approximately 120 feet long prior to the point of impact. This account was confirmed by the witness. First aid was given at the scene and the injured were transported to Hardin Memorial Hospital. Report 10-0168 was filed by Officer Rogers.
District Court 06/30/10 Kathryn J. Humphrey, 26, speeding 10mph over limit- plead guilty, state traffic school Jeffrey R. Hook, 21, alcohol intoxication in public place, 3rd or greater offense within 12 months- plead not guilty, pretrial conference 7/7/10. Joshua P. Crerar, 21, operating a motor vehicle under/influence of alcohol/drugs, 1st offense; possession of marijuana; use/possess drug paraphernalia, 1st offense; speeding 17mph over limit; controlled substance prescription not in original container, 1st offense; possession of controlled substance, 1st offense- plead not guilty, pretrial conference 7/14/10. Terry L. Jecker, 43, assault, 4th degree domestic violence, minor injury- plead not guilty, pretrial confer-
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ence 7/14/10. Kristin E. Hardcastle, 27, theft by unlawful taking/disp-all othersplead not guilty, preliminary hearing 7/21/10. Christopher Shelton, 36, operating a motor vehicle under/influence of alcohol/drugs, aggravator, 4th offense; speeding 16mph over limit- plead not guilty, pretrial conference 7/21/10. Joshua D. Medley, 32, reckless driving; no/expired registration plates; operating a motor vehicle under/influence of alcohol/drugs, 1st offense; failure of non-owner operator to maintain required insurance, 1st offenseplead not guilty, pretrial conference 7/21/10. James A. Hays, 22, speeding 16mph over limit; improper start from parked position; operating a motor vehicle under/influence of alcohol/ drugs, 1st offense- plead not guilty, pretrial conference 7/7/10. Mack A. Beasley, 53, speeding 23mph over limit; operating a motor vehicle under/influence of alcohol/ drugs, 1st offense- plead not guilty, pretrial conference 7/14/10. Shane S. Larson, 24, operating a motor vehicle under/influence of alcohol/drugs, 1st offense- County Attorney dismissed. Henry L. Robinson, 65, operating a motor vehicle under/influence of alcohol/drugs, 1st offense- plead guilty, 30 days probated after 4 days jail, 2 years probation. Reginald T. Brock, 40, manufacturing methamphetamine, 1st offenseplead not guilty, preliminary hearing 7/7/10. Lisa A. Sutherland, 40, possession of controlled substance, 1st degree, 2nd or greater offense; tampering with physical evidence- plead not guilty, preliminary hearing 7/14/10. Emmery Drew, 31, flagrant non support- plead not guilty, preliminary hearing 7/14/0. Jeremy W. Guenther, 27, alcohol intoxication in a public place, 1st and 2nd offense; terroristic threatening, 1st degree; resisting arrest- continue 7/14/10 per County Attorney. Bryan E. Masden, possession of controlled substance, 1st degree, 1st offense; use/possess drug paraphernalia, 1st offense- plead not guilty, preliminary hearing 7/7/10. Richard P. Houston, 32, theft by deception, including cold checks under $500- plead guilty, 10 days probated after 1 hour jail, 2 years probation. Devin A. Pfeiffer, 27, motorboats to be registered and numberedplead guilty, $50 fine; non approved/ insufficient number/no personal
float- plead not guilty, $50 fine. Heather L. McQuary, 29, theft by deception, including cold checks under $500- plead not guilty, pretrial conference 7/28/10. Nicole Gonzalez, 27, dogs to be vaccinated against rabies; dogs to be licensed; local county ordinanceplead not guilty, preliminary hearing 7/14/10. Kayla Gonzalez, 25, theft by deception, including cold checks under $500- failure to appear. Mark C. Fowler, 48, assault, 4th degree domestic violence, no visible injury; fleeing or evading police, 2nd degree (on foot)- plead not guilty, pretrial conference 7/14/10. Steven K. Brown, 29, assault, 4th degree domestic violence, minor injury; criminal mischief, 3rd degreeplead not guilty, pretrial conference 7/7/10, no communication or contact with step-mom. Samuel T. Morrison, 29, no/expired registration plates; no/expired Kentucky registration receipt; failure of owner to maintain required insurance/security, 1st offense; failure to wear seat belts- dismissed. April A. Hathaway, 26, failure to produce insurance card- failure to appear. Curt M. Gipson, 25, failure to wear seat belts; no/expired Kentucky registration receipt; no/expired registration plates; failure of owner to maintain required insurance/security, 1st offense- plead not guilty, pretrial conference 7/21/10. Jacob R. Pate, 24, failure to wear seat belts; failure to notify address change to Dept. of Transportation; operating on suspended/revoked operators license; failure to surrender revoked operators license- plead not guilty, pretrial conference 7/7/10. Edward A. Gossage, 34, failure to produce insurance card- plead not guilty, pretrial conference 7/21/10. Nicholas A. Easy, 23, failure to dim headlights; no operator’s license; failure of non owner operator to maintain required insurance, 1st offense- failure to appear. Teresa A. Wallace, 43, no/expired registration plates; no/expired Kentucky registration receipt; failure of owner to maintain required insurance/security, 1st offense; failure to register transfer of motor vehicleplead not guilty, pretrial conference 7/7/10. Amy M. Collins, 29, no/expired registration plates; no/expired Kentucky registration receipt; operating vehicle with expired operators license; speeding 18mph over limit- failure to appear.
Timothy J. Donahue, 53, failure to wear seat belts; failure of non owner operator to maintain required insurance, 1st offense- plead not guilty, pretrial conference 7/14/10; no/expired Kentucky registration receipt; no/ expired registration plates- dismissed with proof. Stephen J. Estes, 31, no operators license- plead not guilty, pretrial conference 7/21/10. Joshua P. Soukup, 30, failure to wear seat belts; operating on suspended/revoked operators license; failure to produce insurance card; failure to register transfer of motor vehicleplead not guilty, pretrial conference 7/21/10. Christopher P. Walsburger, 44, failure to wear seat belts; no/expired Kentucky registration receipt; failure to produce insurance card- failure to appear. Stephon T. Davis, 20, speeding 15mph over limit; no operators/moped license- failure to appear. Aaron T. Jackson, 27, failure to wear seat belts; no/expired registration plates; failure of owner to maintain required insurance/security, 1st offense; license to be in possession- continue first appearance 7/7/10. Terrence W. Lancaster, 46, failure to wear seat lets- plead guilty, $25 fine; no/expired registration platesdismissed; speeding 20mph over limit- amend to no insurance, plead guilty, 90 days probated for 2 years, $100 fine. Shaun A. Cavender, 28, no/expired Kentucky registration receipt; no/ expired registration plates; failure of owner to maintain required insurance/ security, 1st offense- failure to appear. Leon Bell Jr., 21, speeding 26mph over/greater- failure to appear. Travis M. Harrington, 20, failure to wear seat belts; operating on suspended/revoked operators license; no/expired Kentucky registration receipt; failue of owner to maintain required insurance/security, 1st offenseplead not guilty, pretrial conference 7/14/10. Jay T. Rhoades, 46, operating on suspended/revoked operators license; failure to produce insurance cardplead not guilty, pretrial conference 7/14/10. Kelly R. Reynolds, 32, failure to wear seat belts- $25 fine; no/expired Kentucky registration receipt- dismissed. Stephanie D. Gaddis, 33, failure to wear seat belts- plead guilty, $25 fine; no insurance, 1st offense- dismissed with proof.
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City council will pay $2,000 in restitution after water damage By Jennifer Corbett The News Standard The Brandenburg City Council unanimously moved to pay up to $2,000 in restitution to a Brandenburg resident due to damage created by backup in the city’s sewer system, in its meeting Monday. “The council felt like the city potentially could have contributed to some of the damage,” BrandenburgMayor David Pace said. The council met in closed session to determine if the city is responsible for the damage. Pace was quick to note that when instances like this arise, it’s up to the council to look at each circumstance individually. Police Chief Jeff Cox spoke on behalf of the Brandenburg Police Department and said they closed five theft cases and are preparing for the Meade County Fair next week. Cox presented the police department’s activity report for June. The report included:
two assault cases; two domestic violence cases; 77 traffic violations; one drug possession offense; 17 arrests; 12 accidents; one public intoxication; eight theft cases and two burglaries. According to Cox, the Citizens on Patrol unit is celebrating its fifth year and is looking to do a future membership drive. Public Works Director T.J. Hughes said water loss for the city increased to 21 percent for the month of June. Hughes added that the department is spraying for mosquitoes twice a week and is also preparing for the fair by repainting and cleaning streets. Last week, Hughes attended classes at Rough River and passed his classification test. The department has received extra help cleaning the city through a summer program at the Lincoln Trail Heritage Program. “We have four workers for the summer and hopefully
we will get two more,” Pace said. “So far they have been a big help. It’s been a blessing for us.” Work has also started on renumbering Lawrence Street, Pace added. City Clerk Molly Janes said that City Hall recently received $2,867 from the Kentucky League of Cities. The money was a reimbursement from a grant City Hall applied for earlier in the year. City hall also received $1,838 from Homeland Security as reimbursement for police ammunition, Janes added. In other news, the council approved a business license for Broadway Florist, which will be located at 754 Broadway. Solicitor’s licenses were approved for Pike Lawn and Garden and High Point Thomasville Furniture Carriers. Off site display licenses were approved for Tony Brown Chevrolet and Ray’s Ford Mercury Inc., so they could display at the fair.
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Jerry and Karen Russell, who have lived next door for seven years, had complained of mice, rats, and even snakes on and in their property. Other neighbors have had the same issues which prompted complaints to the city of Brandenburg and a lawsuit was filed. On July 8, after many years of tolerating the decline of the property and worrying about the safety of kids and pets, 356 Parkway Terrace was demolished by the demolition crews of Stoney Enterprises, LLC and Benham’s
Highlift Service in a matter of hours. The Russells and several other residents watched as the garage was lifted off the foundation and the house was knocked over. In a matter of hours, there was nothing left but a pile of rubble and a hole where a home once stood. As the Russells looked on, they marveled at the fact that a home built in 1953, that has stood for 57 years, could disappear in only a day. This was a happy and long-awaited day for the Russells, but at the same time a little bittersweet. Jerry had been in the home only once and was surprised to find everything in order.
“It was like someone had went to the store and never came back. There were dishes in the sink, books on the shelves, and clothes in the closets,” Jerry said. “The owners had shown dogs, there were trophies and pictures… I don’t think they took anything out of there. It’s kind of sad,” his wife, Karen, added. In the end, watching the home come down was a triumph for the neighborhood and for the Russells. With any luck the vermin problem has been taken care of and the residents of Eastwood Hills can put this 13 year nuisance behind them and enjoy their community once again.
Muldraugh to secure added bond By Casey Tolliver The News Standard Current building projects in Muldraugh have led to the city’s encroachment bond being maxed out, the City Council heard at a meeting earlier this week. The bond, which is used as a surety when undertaking building projects on Dixie Highway or state highways, has reached such a low amount the City doesn’t have enough to cover current development projects, according to Muldraugh Public Works Supervisor Anthony Lee. “The reason we’re at this point now, is we’ve got so many projects going on,” Lee said. “I’ve worked here for quite
a while, and we’ve never worked over a $10,000 bond,” Lee said. “We’re just at the point we’re maxed out because we’ve got a couple three projects going on.” The state won’t relinquish a bond until the project has been inspected. The city has two projects that have been awaiting inspection for nearly a year, Lee said. More encroachment bond money is needed to finish existing projects, and $10,000 more in bond assurance would be enough to see out completion of the projects, he added. Mayor Danny Tate wants to raise the amount of the bond Muldraugh pays $150 per year for each $10,000 encroachment bond.
The city council made a motion to secure more encroachment bond money. The motion carried. Also at the meeting, Tate insisted Muldraugh Police Department must enforce the city’s curfew. The council heard from Chief Danny Dresel that the Muldraugh Fire District assisted with a fire in Flaherty. Council members received an update on the city’s lift station construction project. Construction of the Harris Street lift station is nearly 75 percent complete, according to Lee. Council members heard the City’s request for bids to paint City Hall went unheeded. No bids were submitted.
TOP: The side of the home is ripped down and placed in a dumpster. RIGHT: The Russell family and a neighbor, Jim Wayne, look on as the property at 356 Parkway Terrace is demolished.
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Friday, July 16 •NASA AT THE PARK – Observing the sun from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. and the moon and planets from 9 p.m.-1 a.m. (weather permitting) at Buffalo Trace Park, U.S. 150, Palmyra, IN. www.harrisoncoparks.com/ Observatory.html •GOSPEL MUSIC – 7 p.m. at Bethel United Methodist Church. Featuring “The Diggles” and James Perguson. •P.L. KASEY CENTER – 9 a.m. coffee, donuts and games. 10 a.m. exercise. 10:30 a.m. nutrition bingo. P.L. Kasey Center, 303 Hillview Drive, Irvington, Ky. Free. Every Friday. All times are eastern. 270-547-7648
Saturday, July 17 •ST. MARY MAGDALEN CHURCH PICNIC – All day. Beef and chicken dinner served from 3-7 p.m. “Hillbillies Havin’ Fun” and “Final Reckoning” playing. Corn hole pitch, and silent auction. Baby contest, contact Tammy at 270-547-7207. •MC YOUTH SOCCER SIGN-UPS – 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Food Court. Visit www. meadecountysoccer.com for info and registration forms. •WILKINS FAMILY REUNION – 12 p.m. at the MC Senior Citizens Building, 1200 Old Ekron Rd. Family and friends welcome. For more information contact Deloris Webb at 502-447-6575. •CRUISIN THE HEARTLAND – Breakfast from 8-10 a.m. at the historic State Theatre. Stay for a day of fun and great food including a bar-b-que cookoff, old fashioned sock hop, and lots of games and activities throughout the day. For more information contact the Elizabethtown-Hardin County Chamber of Commerce at 270-765-4334. •14TH ANNUAL FAIR FEST 5K – 7:40 a.m. for the 1 mile run/walk and 8 a.m. for the 5K at the MC Fairgrounds. •FARMERS MARKET – 8 a.m.-12 p.m. at the MC Extension Office pavilion. •PILATES – 9 a.m. at the MC Public Library Annex. Beginning mat pilates. Limited class size. Call to register. 270-422-2094 •VFW DANCE – 7:30 p.m. at VFW Post 11404, 770 ByPass Road, Brandenburg. All activities are open to the public. 270-422-5184
Sunday, July 18 •Meade County Fair Parade – 2:30 p.m. starts at St. John’s in Brandenburg. •BINGO – 7 p.m. at the Farm Bureau Building in Brandenburg. Sponsored by the Payneville Volunteer Fire Department. License #1195. 270-496-4349
Monday, July 19 •Meade County Fair •CHILDBIRTH EDUCATION CLASS – 7-9 p.m. at the Parvin Baumgart Education Center at Harrison County Hospital. To register call 812-738-7830 ext. 2012. •LOOK GOOD, FEEL BETTER – 10:15 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Hardin Memorial Hospital. For more information call 270-706-1493. •BARIATRIC SUPPORT GROUP MEETING – 6 p.m. at the 5th floor auditorium at Hardin Memorial Hospital. For more information call 270-706-1559. •CARDIO X – 3:45-4:30 p.m. at the MC Public Library Annex. 270-422-2094 •MEADE COUNTY FIRE DISTRICT BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING. Third Monday every month. 7 p.m.
Tuesday, July 20 •Meade County Fair •BOOK DISCUSSION – 6:30-8 p.m. at the MC Public Library Annex. Copies of the book are available at the front desk.
•FARMERS MARKET – 1-5 p.m. at the MC Extension Office pavilion. •DULCIMER JAM – 6:30 p.m. at Vine Grove City Hall. Everyone is welcome to come and listen or play. 270-877-2422 •VETERANS ASSISTANCE – 8:3011:30 a.m. at Brandenburg United Methodist Church every third Tuesday of the month. For more information call Frank Niederriter, Regional Field Representative at 502-799-0418 or 866-817-1360
Wednesday, July 21 •Meade County Fair •KIDS DAY AT THE MC FAIR – Look for the Bookmobile and enter to win prizes! •FREE FAMILY FILM FESTIVAL – 10 a.m. at the Corydon Cinemas. Showing “Astro Boy.” •YOGA – Every Wednesday at 10 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. at the MC Public Library Annex. 270-422-2094 •BEGINNING YOGA –Wednesday at 5 p.m. at the MC Public Library Annex. 270422-2094 •VFW BINGO – 7:30 p.m. at VFW Post 11404, 770 ByPass Road, Brandenburg. All activities are open to the public. 270-422-5184 •LINE DANCING – 7-8:30 p.m. at the Colvin Community Center, 230 Freedom Way, Radcliff, Ky. Every Wednesday. 270-668-7228 •QUILTING CLUB - Meets the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of each month at 8 a.m. in the MC Library Annex. Free. All experience levels. 270-422-2094 •DOE VALLEY HOMEMAKERS – Meet third Wednesday of every month. 10 a.m. Call the MC Extension Office for more information. 270-422-4958 •NITE OWLS HOMEMAKERS – Meet third Wednesday of every month. 7 p.m. Call the MC Extension Office for more information. 270-422-4958
Thursday, July 22 •Meade County Fair •MC YOUTH SOCCER SIGN-UPS – 6-8 p.m. at the Food Court. Visit www.meadecountysoccer.com for info and registration forms. •BOOK DISCUSSION – 1-2:30 p.m. at the MC Public Library Annex. Copies of the book are available at the front desk. •PAPER CRAFTS – 6 p.m. at the MC Public Library Annex. Part of the adult programs. Registration is limited so sign up at the front desk at the library. •CHARLIE LOGSDON FREE WALKING TOUR – 7 p.m. on the square in Elizabethtown. For more information contact Dana Beth Lyddan at 270-234-8258. •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 •BACK TO SCHOOL – July 31 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at the MC High School Cafeteria. Info on starting back to school, community resources, school supply lists, and more. •MCHS 1980 CLASS REUNION – August 7 at the Doe Valley Swim and Tennis Club. Hors d’oeuvres served from 6-8 p.m. with a dance following until midnight. For more information contact Angie Yates Bevill at 270-422-5317. •NATIVE AMERICAN POW-WOW – August 13 and 14 at Brandenburg Riverfront Park. Visit www.meadearts.com for more information. •RIVER HERITAGE FESTIVAL – September 25 at Brandenburg Riverfront Park. Visit www.meadearts.com for more information. The Community Calendar is a free service to community groups and organizations for event announcements. To submit event information, please call The News Standard office at 270-422-4542, visit us at 1065 Old Ekron Road, Brandenburg, or e-mail us at sales@thenewsstandard.com.
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From page A1 Kyle R. McGonigle, 34, no/ expired registration plates- failure to appear. Brian W. Murphy, 35, careless driving; operating on suspended/revoked operators license; operating a motor vehicle under/influence of alcohol/drugs, 3rd offense; controlled substance prescription not in original container, 1st offense; possession of controlled substance, 3rd degree, 1st offense- defendant not present, jury trial 7/9/10. Brandyn R. Betz, 21, careless driving- plead guilty, $25 fine; instructional permit violations- plead guilty, $25 fine; possession of marijuanaplead guilty, 6 months probated after 10 days jail, 2 years probation, KAPS; use/possess drug paraphernalia, 1st offense- plead guilty, 6 months probated after 10 days jail, 2 years probation, concurrent. John D. Hardesty, 20, driving on DUI suspended license, 1st offense; possession of marijuana; traffic in marijuana, less than 8 oz., 1st offense; use/possess drug paraphernalia, 1st offense- pretrial conference, 7/21/10. Nathan W. Sipes, 37, possession of marijuana; use/possess drug paraphernalia, 1st offense- pretrial conference 7/21/10. Timothy E. McGaren, 31, theft by unlawful taking/disp-all otherspretrial conference 7/21/10. Shane P. Burnfin, 24, no/expired registration plates; failure of non owner operator maintain required insurance, 2nd or greater offense; no motorcycle operators license; failure to register transfer of motor vehiclepretrial conference 7/21/10. Kenny R. McCandless, 31, operating a motor vehicle under/ influence of alcohol/drugs, 1st offense- pretrial conference 7/21/10. Larry G. Tyler, 44, operating a motor vehicle under/influence of alcohol/drugs, 1st offense; speeding 16mph over limit- pretrial conference 7/21/10. Roger D. Ettel, 57, operating a motor vehicle under/influence of alcohol/drugs, aggravator, 1st offense- pretrial conference 7/21/10. Harry P. Carroll, 40, operating a motor vehicle under/influence of alcohol/drugs, 2nd offensepretrial conference 7/21/10. Erin M. Bennett, 24, possession of marijuana- plead guilty, 6 months probated after 30 days jail,
2 years probation; use/possess drug paraphernalia, 1st offense- plead guilty, 6 months probated after 30 days jail, 2 years probation, consecutive. Ashley P. Mitchell, 20, possession of marijuana- plead guilty, Diversion Program, KAPS, review in 1 year. Beverly A. Ellis, 63, possession of marijuana- plead guilty, Diversion Program, KAPS, review in 1 year. David M. Thorpe, 33, operating a motor vehicle under/influence of alcohol/drugs, 2nd offense- plead guilty, amend to aggravator, KAPS, $500 fine, 6 months probated after 30 days jail, 2 years probation. Christopher A. Chretien, 19, possession of marijuana; reckless driving- pretrial conference 7/14/10, jury trial 7/23/10. Timothy J. Tate, 34, leaving the scene of and accident/failure to render aid or assistance; operating a motor vehicle under/influence of alcohol/drugs, 1st offense- pretrial conference 7/7/10. Antonio D. Ferguson, 23, speeding 10mph over limit- plead guilty, $20 fine; operating on suspended/revoked operators licenseamend to no license in possession, plead guilty, $50 fine. Joshua S. Rains, 30, operating a motor vehicle under/influence of alcohol/drugs, 1st offense; operating ATV on roadway; fleeing or evading police, 1st degree; resisting arrestpretrial conference 8/11/10. Kathryn M. Swenson, possession of marijuana; possession of controlled substance, 3rd degree, 1st offense; controlled substance prescription not in original container, 1st offense- pretrial conference 7/21/10. Richard T. Shelton, 42, as-
sault, 4th degree domestic violence, minor injury- pretrial conference 8/4/10. Tammy L. Smiddy, 40, theft of services- pretrial conference 7/28/10. Ryan M. Percefull, 30, operating a motor vehicle under/influence of alcohol/drugs, 1st offense; resisting arrest; menacing- pretrial conference 7/7/10. Heather L. McQuary, 29, theft by deception, including cold checks under $500- pretrial conference 7/28/10. David B. Hagan, 46, local county ordinance- pretrial conference 8/4/10. Steven W. Slone, 24, theft by unlawful taking/disp- all others- pretrial conference 7/21/10.
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Friday, July 16, 2010
The News Standard - A9
Civil War battle in Brandenburg led by Marion By Gerry Fischer The News Standard
(Authors Note: Almost everyone knows that General John Hunt Morgan fought a battle with Union gun boats and Indiana Militia in or near Brandenburg, but few people are aware that there was a second battle of Brandenburg between the Union Home Guard and Confederate Partisan Rangers. While the Union soldiers prevailed, this may well have been one of the largest gathering of guerrilla forces since Quantrill’s 400 raiders attacked Lawrence, Kan. The number of guerrillas gathered to attack the garrison at the Meade County Courthouse were likely eclipsed, in numbers only by those forces of John Singleton Mosby of Virginia; The Gray Ghost.) During the summer of 1864, a raid was made on Union Troops at the Meade County Courthouse in Brandenburg. This unheralded second battle of Brandenburg was led by a man named Stanley Young, also known as Captain Bill Marion. Participants known to take part in the raid were Captains Horsley, Hayes, Dr. Royster, Williams and Webster. Others that likely took part in the battle were Captains Dupoyster, Bryant, and Wiggenton. Bryant, Dupoyster, Horsley, Hayes, Webster, Williams and Dr. Royster operated as Partisan Rangers in Meade, Hardin, Bullitt, Spencer, and Breckenridge counties. Wiggenton operated east and west out of West Point, Ky. Little is known about most of these men, but before the war, Ben Wiggenton ran a store that included a post office, in a small community near West Point, Ky., known as Wiggenton’s. Nearby, Wiggenton’s woods became a meeting place for all sorts of guerrillas, including Sue Mundy, William Clark Quantrill, One Armed Sam Berry, and Henry Clay (Billy) Magruder. Captain Dupoyster, like Marcellous Jerome Clarke, also known as Sue Mundy, got his training while riding with Morgan’s Raiders. He operated along the
Roads From page A1 reiterated the need to err on the side of caution, and warned against making an impetuous decision. “You are asking the county attorney’s office to file suit against constituents,” Matney said. “It’s an action that needs to be taken with great thought…It’s not something that you do lightly. You just don’t.” Matney said she has tried to contact non-payers, but was reluctant to file lawsuits because of the lack of resources due to a stifled economy has fostered the necessity to be choosier in selecting cases to prosecute. The service district dues,
Ohio River towns and their surrounding areas. Stanley Young, who led the raid on the courthouse, was a distant cousin to Kentucky Governor, John Young Brown, and has many relatives buried in the Sandy Hills area near Guston. He was born in 1831 to St. Clair Young and Amelia Hammond. His father St. Clair Young and his family were visiting his mother’s brother William Marsh, and were eating supper when an argument between Uncle Marsh and St. Clair Young erupted. Marsh grabbed a carving knife and stabbed Mr. Young to death. Nineyear-old Stanley who stood watching his father die swore to avenge his father by killing William Marsh. Stanley had to wait years for his chance to kill Uncle Marsh. One day, nine years later, in 1849 Stanley was across the street from the Ashcraft Hotel in Brandenburg, when he noticed Dr. Owings leaning against a sign post, talking to William Marsh. Dr. Owings, who resided in Brandenburg, was one of five members of the State House that voted to keep Kentucky in the Union. Stanley crossed the street, walked up the stairs to a second floor balcony, and shot downward into Marsh’s head killing him. He ran out the back of the hotel and up East Hill to the courthouse, mounted his horse and rode away. He was subsequently caught and served time in prison. After his release, to spare his fam-
ily further embarrassment, he returned as Captain Bill Marion. In 1861, Marion was 30 years old, and he operated in the Hill Grove area of Meade County not far from Guston. To understand the second battle of Brandenburg we must look at a Union action fought in April 1863 that precipitated the fight. On that date, there was a sizable raid made on Captain Billy Shacklett’s Confederate Partisan Rangers. Shacklett had been in charge of the Brandenburg Union Home Guard until August 1862 when he joined the Confederate Army at Big Springs. The Union considered him a dangerous threat not only because he changed sides, but also because he was intimately familiar with the personnel and the operations of the home guard. Billy and his men, as did Bill Marion, headquartered in the Hill Grove area of Meade, County. The men Shacklett and Marion had met. On April 28, a detachment of the 36th Kentucky Federal Cavalry, commanded by Captain Joseph Herr, numbering 100 men, two pack mules and servants, left Louisville, and made their way to Brandenburg, camping for the night at the courthouse. The next day, with the help of an informant and guide, they traveled south along what is now Hwy. 448, turning westward on what is now Hwy. 60, to Hill Grove Road, then turning southward once again to Meadeville. Once there, Captain Herr led a surprise attack against the rebels under Billy Shacklett, at a place near the Shumate School, known for overhanging rocks called the “Sheep Shed”. Billy Shacklett died later that night after being shot several times by Joseph Herr and crawling 60 yards through the woods toward the Barnes house. Ten men were killed in the battle. A man named Gossett, who was the first man to run guns from Kentucky to the Confederacy, was the first to die. John Wimp, Billy Shacklett, Gossett, Jarrett, and a
which were enacted by a past county administration, are earmarked for road improvements within the respective road service district. Once each service district receives 90 percent of the dues, road construction projects within the district can commence. “What do I tell the people who have paid in full?,” Chism asked. “I need to be able to tell these people that have paid what we are going to do. Are we going to try and collect on the ones that ain’t paid? They are going to expect their road to be chip and sealed, because they’ve done what they are supposed to do.” Also at the meeting, the court heard from Meade County Sheriff William
“Butch” Kerrick that the Sheriff’s Department collected $11.6 million in taxes this year. The court also tabled funding requests from Battletown Community Park, the city of Muldraugh, the Meade County Museum and Arts Council until the August fiscal court meeting. Wolf Creek Volunteer Fire Department was also granted its annual county funding at the meeting. Solid Waste Department coordinator Mark Gossett informed the court the department was in the process of developing the specifications of an addition to the current solid waste building. Gossett said he was anticipating an addition of 2,400-2,800 square feet to the structure.
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Stanley Young, also known as Captain Bill Marion.
man named Duke were five of those killed. Duke survived the battle, but was killed the next day for cursing his captors. He was shot on horseback near Garnettsville, while shackled. Wimp had also been murdered after surrendering when an orderly named Amos Griffin came up behind him and shot him in the back of the head. We know that Jess Taylor, Tom Tobin, and Jim Gossip made their escape, and with 11 killed, there were at least 14 rebels in the fight, and probably more. No union men were reportedly killed. I’m convinced that the raid on Shacklett and the murders of Duke and Wimp surely set the stage for the taking of revenge on the home guard at the courthouse. For the 2nd part of Captain Marion’s Civil War battle in Brandenburg, check next week’s issue.
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FEATURES Louisville native, Keith Ohr, to compete in PGA Championship Friday, July 16, 2010
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By Don White The Kentucky Traveler Louisville’s Keith Ohr recently qualified to compete for a Professional Golf Association (PGA) championship. It’s a major happening in the life of the 35-year-old golf pro. But not near as major as what happened 10 months ago. “Actually it was 10 months and three days,” Ohr said, referring to the birth of twins Andrew Joseph and Amelia Ryan. “They are amazing,” says the first-time dad. “They crawled for the first time the other night, right into the kitchen.” Ohr and wife Andrea, both natives of eastern Kentucky, may be new to parenthood, but some of his earliest steps were taken on a golf course. He didn’t have much choice, being the product of a family highly skilled in athletics. His grandfather and father lettered at the University of Kentucky in baseball, and an aunt in golf. All family and friends can
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The Ohr family at home, including Keith’s wife, Andrea, and the “good luck” twins. be expected to be playing close attention August 12-15 when Keith competes for the 2010 PGA Championship at Whistling Straits in Kohler, Wis. The event will be televised
nationally on CBS. The 2008 and 2009 Kentucky Professional Player of the Year, Ohr earned the right to compete in the prestigious event by firing a final round 75 and finishing in a tie for 9th at the 2010 PGA Professional National Championship at French Lick Resort in Indiana,
late last month. Only the top 20 finishers advance on to the PGA Championship. At this point, the 1993 ECHS grad doesn’t know where his career might take him, but he’ll never forget where it began and will be forever grateful to the people and commu-
nity that gave him his start. Reared on Francis Street in Irvine, where he could often be seen practicing chipping in his back yard at a very early age, Ohr says the Estill County Golf Club, which he lovingly refers to as “Little Augusta,” was his home away from home. “The time spent playing golf in Estill was invaluable to my career. To be able to live where you can play every day and any time of the day and without limitations, and where you know everybody, you just don’t get that at too many places. “If I had a dollar for every time I went around that course, I’d be a rich man,” he said. Following a successful high school career, Ohr accepted golf scholarships to the University of Louisville where he continued to excel. Ohr majored in sports administration and spent his first summer out of college working at Gibson Bay Golf Course in Richmond, Ky. Since then he has served as golf pro at Louisville’s Big Spring Golf Club for eight years, and is now in his third year as pro at Wildwood
Country Club off Bardstown Road in Louisville. Wildwood, which has been around since 1952, is one of the premier private clubs in America, and members are excited about their pro’s recent success. “The members here have been incredible with their support and generosity.” Ohr will be among the 156 players on the course when tourney play begins, and an immediate goal will be to remain when the field is cut to the low 70s for weekend play. “I’m sure the course will be very difficult and the crowds large, but I’ve played in front of lots of people before and it helps to keep me focused,” said the man who could be in the same company as the golfer whose game he most admires, Tiger Woods. Winning the tournament would no doubt bring great happiness to Keith Ohr, but would never overshadow the joy that came into his life 10 months and three days ago. And that could spell big trouble for the rest of the field. “I know how I operate. I play my best when I’m happy,” Ohr said.
Green tomatoes are healthy food filled with antioxidants By Angela Shelf Medearis The Kitchen Diva Every year, my small vegetable garden produces far more tomatoes than I can possibly use. As the season wanes, an abundance of green tomatoes forlornly hang on the vine looking for enough sun to turn them into red jewels. I’ve begun searching for unique ways to use green tomatoes as a vegetable and as a fruit in my recipes. Scientifically, tomatoes are classified as a fruit, but since they don’t contain the sweet flavor of most fruits and are typically used in savory dishes, they’re legally classified as a vegetable. Tomatoes are low in calories and a good source of vitamins C, A and K. They
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are also a very good source of molybdenum, potassium, manganese, dietary fiber, chromium and vitamin B-1. In addition, tomatoes contain lycopene, which has antioxidant and cancer-preventing properties. My recipe for Green Tomato and Orange Relish uses green tomatoes like a
pickled vegetable. It freezes well, and makes a delicious change from traditional cranberry relish for holiday meals. Green Tomato and Orange Relish 4 medium green tomatoes 1 large purple or Vidalia onion
Blue ribbon fair entries, exhibits Jennifer Bridge Family & Consumer Science If you have ever attended the Meade County Fair, you know why so many people think of it as a sort of homecoming and reunion combined into one event. It is a wonderful time to see old friends, eat funnel cakes and watch nightly shows. It is also a great time to view exhibits made by many talented people. Are you one of those talented people? Last year there were over
1,300 entries in the Home Environment building. These included handcrafts, quilts, clothing, knitted items, baked goods, food canning, flowers, fruits and vegetables and art. If you enjoy gardening, painting, writing or just creating, then we probably have a category in which you can enter. One of the most common questions I receive is… “How much does it cost to enter your items?” For the Home Environment building, nothing, you just need to check in your items between 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Monday, July 19. Items are judged by out of town judges that after-
noon and will be on display when the building opens to the public at 6 pm that evening. You will need to pick-up your entries on Sunday, July 25 between 2 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. If you need information on rules and categories in which to enter, pick up a fair catalog, stop by or call the extension office at 270-422-4958. The Home Environment building is located on the fairgrounds across from the community building. Stop by to cool off, get a drink of water, and view beautiful, interesting exhibits or just to say hello. We look forward to seeing you at the fair.
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1. Core the bottom of the green tomato and cut them into quarters. Peel the onion and cut it into quarters. Using a food processor, pulse the green tomato and onion 8 to 10 times, until the pieces become small (“pickle-relish” size). Do not puree. 2. Using a 4-quart,
heavy-bottomed pot, put in all the ingredients at once. Cook over low heat for 15 minutes, stirring until blended and the sugar begins to dissolve. 3. Turn the heat to medium and cook for 30 to 40 minutes, stirring occasionally. The relish should be syrupy and slightly thick. If it does not seem to have thickened enough, cook the relish 10 minutes more. 4. Cool for 2 hours, and then put the relish in an air-tight container and refrigerate it. The relish can be refrigerated for two
weeks. You also can place the cooled relish into plastic zip-lock storage bags and freeze for up to 6 months. Makes 5 cups of relish. Angela Shelf Medearis is known as The Kitchen Diva and 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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A friend that will always be there, never breaks a promise By Jennifer Corbett The News Standard When Neal Allen was growing up in the 1980s, he worked for his father, Jerry at his business “Allen’s Trucking” hauling dirt, rock and sand. Neal knew he wanted to enter this line of work, so he learned from the best by watching his father. Now, almost 30 years later the roles have reversed. Neal, along with his wife, Melissa, are the owners of Neal’s Trucking, which began in June 1998. Similar to his father, Neal’s business focuses on transporting dirt, sand, rock and almost anything that has to do with a building. “We just haul the supplies,” Neal said. “We actually buy the most stuff from one of the quarries around here locally and we resell it.” When it comes to their business, both Neal and Melissa agree that even though it can be stressful, both of them enjoy being their own boss. “A lot of people think ‘oh my gosh that has to be the greatest thing ever,’” Melissa said. “But there is a lot of stuff that goes on behind the scenes that people don’t realize … it’s just like any job.” Currently, the business only has a three-member team of Neal, Melissa and Neal’s father, who helps out when he can. To Neal, the size of his team is not what matters, it’s the fact that if he makes a promise to someone he will fulfill it. “I do it all,” Neal said. “I don’t have to rely on employees to make sure they do a good job. I do it myself.” Melissa agreed with him, adding that his 20-plus years experience in the field can speak for itself. “We try to be extremely dependable,” she said.
“If we say we’re going to be there we are … unless something strange happens but you’re going to know about it and I think people know that they can depend on us too.” While Neal is out on the field working, Melissa squares away paperwork, while balancing her other full-time job at Brandenburg Pharmacy. “Sometimes it’s stressful … but you’ve got to make it work,” she said. Even though times may seem overwhelming, the duo make it a point to relax on the weekends and not worry about the business. “Business is crazy throughout the week,” she said. “On the weekends, that is why we always try and go do something because when your office is in your kitchen you never get away from it.” According to Melissa, she works well with her husband since their schedules aren’t always the same. “It’s good because we don’t work with each other all day during the day,” she said. For the duo, the number of projects they have could be eight one day, and two the next. “I think that’s what (Neal) likes so much about it,” Melissa said. “No day is the same … It’s not like when you go to a factory and they’re doing the same thing over and over again … it’s something different.” For Neal and Melissa, when a client thanks them for their hard work, their days get better and better. “My best advertisement is word of mouth,” Neal said. “If I do a good job for this guy, then he tells the next guy and it just keeps going on and on … That’s kind of the way I run my business. As long as I keep doing a good job I will keep getting more work.” Melissa’s other love for the business comes from
TOP: Jerry Allen (left) helps to to load dirt into Neal Allen’s truck at the Redhawk Subdivision in Flaherty. The father and son duo work together at “Neal’s Trucking.” In the past, Neal worked for Jerry’s business “Allen’s Trucking.” BOTTOM LEFT: Neal Allen, along with his wife Melissa, own and operate Neal’s Trucking. The business makes it a goal to keep its promise to always be there and do a good job. Neal’s Trucking can assist with any construction needs by hauling dirt, sand, rock and just about anything a person may need.
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the daily interaction with clients, who ultimately become good friends. “We’re both people persons,” she said. “It’s just like when somebody praises something you’ve
Door-to-door business scams increase during the summertime Submitted by the Better Business Bureau As summer begins and temperatures rise, often so do the tempers of angry consumers who fall victim to summer door-to-door salesmen. While many door-to-door salesmen are honest, every summer the Better Business Bureau receives troubling complaints from consumers who made purchases on their doorstep and were dissatisfied with the quality of product received, if they receive anything at all. Some of the most common scams come from salesmen selling meat, magazines, alarm systems, asphalt, or offers of physical labor on homes. While the low price of these products and services can be luring to your financial taste buds, it’s important for consumers to do their research prior to indulging in an impulse buy. The BBB offers the following advice before making a purchase at your front door: Do your research. Ask the salesperson for written material about the company and let them know you are going to research them first before
doing business with them. Check the company’s Reliability Report with your BBB. Many communities have licensing and permit requirements for food vendors and for selling door-to-door; confirm with your city or county government that the seller is in line with the law. Don’t fall for empty promises. The seller might claim to offer a 100 percent satisfaction guarantee, but many complainants had no way to contact the seller if they were dissatisfied. Additionally, the seller might claim that the product is a higher grade than it really is. Never pay with cash. When paying by check or credit card you have at least some way to protect your money — such as canceling the check or reporting it as fraud to your
credit card company. If you pay with cash and are dissatisfied, you’re at the mercy of the salesperson. Many scam artists will take your check to the bank right away, making credit cards a safer bet. Report the bad guys. If you feel that you were ripped off by a door-to-door salesperson, file a complaint with your Better Business Bureau and contact authorities. Chances are, one of your neighbors could be scammed, too. Also report any unlicensed salesmen to the appropriate city or county authorities. For more advice to help you make smart purchasing decisions, visit www.bbb. org/us/consumer-tips-product-purchasing/ or call 800388-2222.
done and you hear it come back around. ‘Oh we saw that Neal was here today and he did a great job’ … It’s just nice to hear that.” Overall, Melissa and Neal are content with how
their business is running and don’t see it changing anytime soon. “The work is rewarding and I sort of get proud of him,” she said jokingly. Neal’s Trucking is open
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Beef club members rack up awards at district cattle show in Hart County Staff Report The News Standard Meade County was well represented at the Southern Kentucky District Youth Beef Show in Hart County on July 6, as several local youths dominated the awards portion of the show. Brian Chism was named champion of cow/calf pair Short Horn, champion for bred/owned Short Horn, second in Short Horn Heifer, third Short Horn Heifer and eighth place in Showmanship. Kaylee Compton placed second in showmanship, second and reserve champion for Market Animal Overall Steer and first in Chimaine. Gracie Fackler received second place for all other breed heifers and seventh in Showmanship. Cody Haught placed third in Senior Showmanship, third for Heavy Weight steer, first in Angus Senior Heifer Calf, first in Angus Late Summer Heifer, second for Angus Senior Yearling Heifer, first in Angus cow/calf pair and was Angus cow/calf pair Champion, overall supreme cow/calf pair Champion, first for Angus Jr. Bull Calf, Reserve Champion for Angus Bull; first in Angus Jr. Yearling Bull, Champion in Angus Bull and Overall Reserve Champion Bull. Lydia Richardson finished seventh place in Showmanship, was named Reserve Champion in the Heavyweight Steer category and second place in the September aged Hereford Heifer category. Nathan Turner placed fourth in Showmanship, was named champion in Short Horn and all other breed categories, and also received first place in the lightweight steer category. Members of the Meade County 4-H Beef Club have been competing heavily in shows in recent week’s, in preparation for the Meade County Fair and the upcoming Kentucky State Fair. These 4-Her ’s have endured months of feeding and grooming their 1,000 to 1,600 pound animals.
TOP: Gracie Fackler, left, and Nathan Turner of Meade County show their cattle in the AOB Heifer class. FAR RIGHT: Kaylee Compton of Flaherty leads her steer through the show ring. RIGHT: Cody Haught was a big winner in the Angus classes at the show.
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Meade FFA members learn while sharing time together By Brian Chism Meade Co. FFA Reporter
The Meade County FFA attended FFA Camp June 28th- July 2nd, 2010. The camp is located in Hardinsburg, Kentucky. Camp is a time for members to get better acquainted with their fellow members, and to help for the upcoming school year. The main focus of the camp is to better the campers in FFA and in life. Each camper attended a class on the committee or office that they hold. They learned what their duties were and how they could better serve their chapter. Advisors taught the classes to the chapters that attended camp. Chapters were given time to plan activities for the upcoming year. Meade County FFA planned recreational activities, community service projects, and other various events for the year. Some events planned for the year are: a tailgate party, movie night on the farm, Christmas party, concerts, and more. The chapter will also have a new spring
fundraiser this year. Dalton Waters was a candidate for camp council. He had to go through an interview, which tested his knowledge of information concerning FFA as well as FFA history. When all the interviews were completed, Dalton was chosen to serve as the secretary on the camp council. Camp Council is responsible for inspecting cabins every morning, raising and lowering the flag, and saying the prayer before every meal. On Tuesday evening a representative from Kentucky Farm Bureau (KFB) spoke to campers. He discussed the key relationship that KFB and FFA have. He also explained what KFB offers and how they are here to help FFA. The following night, Dr. Michael Johnson, a cowboy and author from Texas spoke. He shared stories about growing up on a farm, and how someone should never give up. They were both very interesting speakers. Camp was not all work, it was also a lot of fun for
members. Some activities that members could have participated in were: volleyball, basketball, tennis, softball, corn hole, hillbilly golf, horseshoes, rook, pingpong and much more. On Thursday night, members from the all-star softball team played the advisors in softball. Chapter members on the all- star team were, Devin Hardy, Ashley Funk, Taylor Dewitt, and Lisa Hurt. Other all-star teams were volleyball and basketball, Wes Dowell and McKayla Phillips were on these teams. At camp there are many different types of awards that are given. The most prestigious award given is the outstanding leadership
award two members from Meade County received this award. This award is given to the top two percent of members at camp. The members that received this award were Dalton Waters and Taylor Dewitt. Ty Adams, Brandon McMahan and McKayla Phillips were given the leadership award; only 26 campers received this award. Members that attended camp were: Dalton Waters, McKayla Phillips, Taylor Dewitt, Brian Chism, Ashley Funk, Wes Dowell, Ty Adams, Lisa Hurt, Brandon McMahan, Marisa Coronado, Allie Stull, Cody Haught, Devin Hardy, Erica Rhodes and Jena McKinney. Camp was a very enjoyable time for all members.
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FFA members spot Ashley Funk while crossing a ropes course.
Meade County FFA members hang out while attending camp in Hardinsburg, Ky.
Kentuckian Livestock Market - Owensboro, KY • KY Dept of Ag-USDA Market News • Monday, July 12, 2010 Receipts: 438 Last week: Holiday Last year: 188 ***AD-Average Dressing, HD-High Dressing, LD-Low Dressing Compared to last week: No Trend due to holiday. Slaughter cows were 21 percent of supply: Slaughter bulls 03 percent. Replacement cows 04 percent and feeders 72 percent: The feeder supply included 42 percent steers, 00 percent holstein steers, 32 percent heifers and 26 percent bulls. 40 percent weighed over 600 lbs. Feeder Steers Medium and Large: 11-2 200-300 lbs 126.50130.00; 300-400 lbs 122.00-124.50; 400-500 lbs 112.00124.50; 500-600 lbs 109-119.50; 600-700 lbs 102.00-105.00; 700-800 lbs 106.75; 800-900 lbs 95.00-100.00. Groups of 20 head or more: 64 head 744 lbs 106.75 mstlyblk
Large 3 Holsteins: No Test Feeder Heifers Medium and Large: 1-2 200-300 lbs 112.00117.00 300-400 lbs 108.00-116.00; 400-500 lbs 104.00109.00; 500-600 lbs 99.00-108.50; 600-700 lbs 97.00-100.50. Medium and Large 2 400-500 lbs 97.00; 500-600 lbs 85.0095.50. Feeder Bulls Medium and Large: 1-2 300-400 lbs 113.50 124.50; 400-500 lbs 108.00-118.00; 500-600 lbs 104.00109.00; 600-700 lbs 90.00-95.00. Medium and large 2 300-400 lbs 111.00-114.00; 400-500 lbs 99.50-107.00 Slaughter Cows: %Lean Weight AD HD LD Breaker 75-80 860-1660 55.00-62.00 63.50-65.00 51.00-54.50
Boner 80-85 830-1405 51.00-57.00 59.00 45.00-50.00 Lean 85-90 725-1395 45.50-52.50 37.50-41.00 Slaughter Bulls: Yld Grd Weight Carcass Boning % AD HD 1 1485-1870 79-81 69.00-72.00 2 1140-2150 75-78 62.00-67.00 Stock Cows Medium and Large: 1-2 3-8 years old 3-8 months bred 955-1235 lbs 59.50-66.00 per cwt. Stock Cow Calf Pairs Medium and Large: 1-2 3-8 years old 900-1300 lbs with 100-200 lbs calves at side 675.00-975.00 per pair. Stock Bulls: No Test Baby Calves: No Test
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Submit scores from Little League baseball, soccer, or any other summer leagues. Also, if you have any photos of a game that you would like to see in the paper, submit them to sports@thenewsstandard.com or drop them off at our office on Old Ekron Road in Brandenburg. Don’t forget to submit your outdoor photos, too. See your picture of a big fish catch in The News Standard. There is no charge for photo submissions. ON DECK July 12-16 MCHS Youth Cheer Camp @ Brandenburg Primary 9 a.m.-noon July 17-24 Meade County Fair Meade County Fairgrounds All day July 18 Motocross Meade County Fairgrounds 10 a.m. July 20 Lawnmower/Mini-car Derby Rollover contest Meade County Fairgrounds 8 p.m.
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Jenna Mullen had a very good backhand during her freshman year. She now has improved her forehand.
One of the biggest surprises in Meade County athletics this spring was the surge of a young, talented tennis player Jenna Mullen. The freshman quickly became the Lady Waves No. 1 singles player and went on to make a stir in the region and district tournaments. “My statistics weren’t great or anything, but I had a lot of close matches,” Mullen said, who ended with an 8-7 overall record. “Next year I’m going to do a lot better.” Mullen hit her stride during the most important
time of year — the regional tournament. It also took her a while to get used to the high school level of play. “At first I was really nervous this year,” she said. “The first few matches, I just didn’t know what to expect. Then I got used to it. I started to play good players and get better.” When the region tournament came, she claimed an opening round victory over the region’s No. 7 seed from Marion County in straight sets, 6-3 and 6-3. “That was a good experience,” Mullen said,” That took the pressure off a little bit.”
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Mud Sling Meade County Fairgrounds 7:30 p.m. July 22 Demolition Derby Meade County Fairgrounds 8 p.m. July 23 Truck and Tractor Pull Meade County Fairgrounds 7 p.m. ANNUAL FAIR 5K
Fair Fest 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run The Meade County High School track and cross country teams will host the annual Fair fest 5K run July 17. The 1 mile run will begin at 7:40 a.m. with the 5K starting at 8 a.m. at the Meade County Fairgrounds. The cost is $10 if received by July 12. It’s $15 on the day of the race. Return all entries to Meade County High School Track and Cross Country, c/o Larry Garner, 85 Cedarline Lanes, Brandenburg, KY 40108.
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The race will consist of a seven lap swim, 8 mile bike ride and a 2.2 mile run. There will be awards and t-shirts.
Individual cost is $25 while a three person team is $30. GOLF OUTING Bellarmine University 7th Annual Golf Scramble Bellarmine University softball team will host its 7th Annual Golf Scramble Sept. 11 at Doe Valley Golf Course. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m., with a shotgun start at noon. There is only enough room for 36 teams. The cost is $200 per team which includes golf, cart and lunch. Lunch will be served at 11 a.m. For more information contact the Bellarmine University softball team.
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July 21 NASP Archery Shoot Meade County Fairgrounds 11:30 a.m.
MAC Mini-Triathlon Meade County Activity Center will host a mini-triathlon Aug. 21 at Doe Valley.
During the second round, she dominated a Bardstown tennis player in straight sets 6-0 and 6-0. “I really wanted to win that match,” Mullen said, of her second round match. “I watched her play and I knew I could beat her.” Eventually Mullen faced Elizabethtown’s AnnLauren Fiepke who was the No. 2 seed in the tournament. Mullen lost in three sets and was eliminated from the tournament, but she still managed to snatch the second set away from Fiepke. “That was exciting to
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Meade County all-star teams were out in full force this past weekend during the 2010 district championships held in Meade County and Elizabethtown, Ky. The 12-year-olds were the lone team to win a district championship, while the 8-year-old team finished runner-up. The Meade County 12-year-old all-star team beat
TOP: Levi Hurt catches a pop fly. ABOVE: Russell Cavanagh hits a single up the middle.
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Amburgey signs to play college baseball By Ben Achtabowski The News Standard Recent Meade County High School graduate Justin Amburgey had always wanted to play college baseball. On June 24, he finally played out his dream when he signed a letter of intent to play baseball at Campbellsville University. “This is a great feeling,” Amburgey said. “I’ve always wanted to play college ball, ever since I was a little kid I wanted to play. Now that I’m here … it’s
just great.” The infielder and pitcher has been an important part of the Greenwave baseball team the past four years. Amburgey struggled to find a win during his sophomore year but finished by boosting a winning record his senior year and becoming an offensive threat. He led the Greenwave with 34 RBI and also was one of the team captains. After he graduated in June, Amburgey was still
Justin Amburgey has played for the Greenwave baseball team for the past four years. He just recently signed to play college baseball at Campbellsville University.
In a superstar league like the NBA, it’s almost guaranteed the newly formed superstar trio to the Miami Heat of LeBron James, Dewayne Wade and Chris Bosh will be raising championship banners. But before writing them in the record books, it may help to look at the team rationally rather than getting distracted by the glitz and glam. With the majority of payroll going to the big three, one starts to realize that the Heat will have little or no money left to collect a viable bench. What will the rest of the team look like? Will they be able to lure veterans for cheaper contracts? In all reality, the Lakers are the team to beat… still. Despite the superstar trio, Kobe Bryant and Pau Gasol have Andrew Bynum, Lamar Odom, Ron Artest and Derek Fisher. Now James, Wade and Bosh have Udonis Haslem (who took a $10 million pay cut to stay with the Heat), Michael Beasley (who ultimately became a victim of a salary dump), Mario Chalmers (he’ll be giving up more than just his jersey number to LeBron), Zydrunas Ilgauskas (who didn’t help James in Cleveland), and then some draft picks that may not sign just for league minimum. So who does the Heat pick up? Derrick Fisher already said ‘no,’ and re-signed with the predominate Lakers. Miami falls under the cap this year, this excludes them from picking up free agents such as Shaquille O’Neal, Mike Miller, Josh Howard or Luke Ridnour. This leaves them to a second tier of free agents who may include Flip Murray, Tim Thomas, Etan Thomas, Kurt Thomas and Jason Williams… none of which are championshipquality bench players. Can this bench match up with the Lakers’ Odom, Jordan Farmar, Shannon Brown, Luke Walton and new signee Steve Blake? Take the Lakers… for now. But wait, before the Heat even gets past the Lakers they still have to fend off the pesky Celtics who have been to two of the past three
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From page B1 Elizabethtown for the district championship at Ramsey Field. They began the Cal Ripken West State Baseball Tournament this week. At Elizabethtown, the Meade County 8-year-old team lost to LaRue County in the championship game. Despite the loss in the championship, Meade County moved on to play in the West State baseball tournament this week. Meade County 7-year-olds lost to Breckinridge County in the semifinals. The Meade County Green team in the 10year old division lost to Elizabethtown on Saturday. The Meade County Madness faced tough completion in the 11-year-old division at MeadeOlin Park this weekend. The team opened pool play with a 0-2 record and ended up losing in the first round. However, they did finish in second place at the USSSA Kentucky State Tourney in Fort Knox at the end of June.
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The 8-year-old Meade County All Stars placed runners up in district on July 10, in Elizabethtown. Members are Zach Cherry, Austin Waters, Dedrian Jones, Brooks Nelson, Jake Carman, Cameron Adams, Chezney Wieck, Jack Parker, Peyton Knott, Clay Bogard, Coach Jamie Cherry, Coach Terry Nelson, Coach Nick Waters and Coach Garland Knott. Not pictured is Bailey Medley and Justin Hiner.
CLOCKWISE (from top left): Garrett Poole catches a fly ball, Zane Powers makes contact with the ball; Austin Sanders hits a double; and Zach Prather pitches. ABOVE: The Madness get second place at Fort Knox tourney. Members of the team are Garrett Poole, Bryce Mattingly, Cody Lee, Caden Mattingly, Austin Sanders, Ethan Miller, Garrett Ammons, Zack Prather, Case Medley, Austin Poole, Levi Hurt, Tyler Haynes, Gary Poole, Robbie Ammons. Not pictured is Wayne Hurt.
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Softballers flock to Meade County for Blue Chip camp By Ben Achtabowski The News Standard The 14th Annual Blue Chip Softball Camp was held at Meade-Olin Park this week. The camp attracted more than 140 high school softball players from around the area, including many of the Meade County Lady Waves softball players. The camp had more than 10 college coaches help instruct, coach and recruit players. The camp director is Kentucky Softball Hall of Fame member Vernon Bibb.
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CLOCKWISE (from far left): Megan Aebersold is at-bat. Kristin Benton swings at a pitch. Ashley Funk charges a bunt. Maya Luney gets ready to run from first base.
Skills From page B1 win that second set,” Mullen said. “It proved to me I could play with these girls.” During the region tournament David Rogers, a tennis pro based out of Hardin County, saw Mullen play. He approached MCHS’s boys tennis coach Mark Zweifel and said he would like to coach her. “He wanted to help me,” Mullen said of Rogers who also trains with the top tennis players in the region. “I like him a lot and he’s already improved my game so much.” A week later Rogers was honing Mullen’s game. One of the biggest changes Mullen has made with the help of Rogers is becoming more aggressive. While winning many of her matches by grinding out the baseline, she knew beating the best would take a more assertive game plan. “I have to get used to all these changes,” she said. “I have a new forehand swing. I have a forehand slice and a backhand slice that should throw some girls off.” The unusual part of Mullen’s game is her strong backhand. Most high school tennis players will run around to their forehand, while avoiding using the backhand shot, according to Meade County’s girls tennis head coach Michelle Miller. “Most player’s try to use their forehand as much as possible,” Miller said during the spring tennis season. Mullen did the opposite. “It threw some players off,” Mullen said, of playing to her backhand. “They weren’t expecting it.” Acquiring a new coach reminded Mullen of her first tennis coach and when she began her love for the game.
Trio From page B1 NBA Finals, the Magic who — if Dwight Howard finally plays to his capabilities — will eat up Bosh just like he did in the 2008 playoffs. Oh, don’t forget the upstart team of Chicago who now has a formidable trio themselves of Derrick Rose, Carlos Boozer and (gulp, dare I say) Joakim Noah. They also have a better supporting cast than Miami could dream of. Getting back to the trio of players — James, Wade and Bosh — they don’t even place in the top trios of all time, yet. Look at some of the top trio of players who have won championships: Larry Bird, Kevin McHale and Robert Parish, or Magic Johnson, Kareem AbdulJabbar and James Worthy Even throw in Michael Jordan, Scottie Pippen and whoever (Dennis Rodman, Horace Grant, B.J. Armstrong, Bill Cartwright, Luc Longley, Steve Kerr or Toni Kukoc). How
“I remember when I first played my coach told me I was a natural,” she said, whose first coach was Roger Westfall — a family friend. “I really don’t know what it takes to be a natural. I guess it’s meant to be. I’m just meant to play tennis.” Mullen then started to play USTA tournaments and took more private lessons. She traveled to Louisville three to four times a week for private lessons the past five years. “I’ve thought about playing other sports,” Mullen said. “But then I realize that I focus on tennis.” Tennis can be a full time sport like any other sport. Both Meade County High School coaches are adamant that players can’t put away their rackets as soon as the season’s over. “The best girls play yearround,” Miller said, before the spring season started. “These girls need to realize they can’t just put the racket
away after our season. They have to keep playing.” Mullen is playing on a summer team coached by Central Hardin’s Jeff Crady. The team travels and plays other schools around the region and state. “There are a lot of good players on the team,” she said. “We’re all high schoolers and we play some tough competition.” Now heading into her second year, Mullen looks to make even a bigger surge after retooling her game and playing on a summer team. “I thought a lot of the girls in the region would be seniors,” Mullen said, of the tough competition she’ll see next year. “But there are a lot of young girls that are good. There’s always going to be good players from E’town and I look forward to playing them next year. “My coach (Rogers) tells me I can make it to state next year. Hopefully I can.”
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Jenna Mullen had a very good backhand during her freshman year. about real old school Bill Russell, Bob Cousy, and Tommy Heinsohn or the Bad Boys of Detroit Isaiah Thomas, Joe Dumars, and Bill Laimbeer? The only proven champion on the team is Dwanye Wade… With that being said, will it be hard for “The King” to realize that this is Wade’s team first and foremost? Secondly, Bosh is terribly overrated. Of course being in Toronto, the American fanbase has not seen him night in and night out. But can Bosh be that Worthy or McHale type of player that James will need to succeed? And finally, does James even have to capacity to become a champion? Certainly he has the physical skill set to be dominating. But after seven years in the league, several MVPs and no championships, one might wonder if he has the mental ability to win when it matters. Luckily, he has Wade to bail him out when need be. Watch who takes the big shot — it won’t be James. After watching ESPN’s “The Decision” earlier this
month, the ego trip James is on is hard to even quantify. These megalomaniac tendencies are unprecedented even for the prima donnas of the NBA. Heck, this even makes Chad Johnson’s name change to Ocho Cinco seem like a humble expression of the spanglish language. With the mash up of superstar egos, an at-best limping veteran filled bench and the mounting pressure of championship expectations that’s hard enough to make the diamonds encrusting the Lakers’ 2010-11 (that’s next year right?) championship ring there’s a lot stacked up against them. This new powerhouse team is set up to fail rather than succeed. With such high expectations in place, even before they step on the court, it’s almost impossible they will meet those expectations. Really, if they don’t become the best trio of all time this will be considered a failure. Either way, it will be fun to watch them crash and burn or fill their hands with championship rings.
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By Monte Dutton NASCAR This Week Juan Pablo Montoya’s presence in NASCAR is truly historic. He was recognized as one of the world’s great driving talents long before he strapped himself into a stock car. In addition to his one Sprint Cup victory (at Infineon Raceway in 2007), Montoya also has won both the Indianapolis 500 and the Grand Prix of Monaco. When he moved from Formula One to NASCAR, it was unprecedented. Success hasn’t come easily for Montoya in NASCAR, where he has won only once in 126 starts. New Hampshire Motor Speedway was a disappointment after Montoya’s No. 42 Chevrolet started on the pole. He crashed after tangling with Reed Sorenson late in the Lenox 301 and was credited with 34th place. “The teams are really competitive. ... It is hard. It is so competitive,” Montoya said. Montoya made the Chase for the Sprint Cup last year, but the odds are against him. With nine races remaining in the regular season, he is 22nd in points, 183 behind 12th place. The top 12 regular-season finishers make up the Chase field. What’s frustrating for Montoya is his belief that the team is stronger this year than last. “We are miles ahead right now,” he said. “We have a much faster race car than what we had last year at this point. “But we had a blown engine. We got together with our teammate. We’ve been involved in I don’t know how many wrecks from oth-
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unsure of where he wanted to play college baseball. The decision was a tough one for Amburgey who was also looking at colleges such as Lindsey Wilson where he would pair up with Meade County brothers Mikie and Daniel DeRossett. “It was tough to choose between Lindsey Wilson and Campbellsville,” Amburgey said. “It would have been nice to play with (the DeRossett brothers). But I wish them the best. They are good friends and I’m sure I’ll keep in contact with them.” The three will meet up in the near future since Lindsey Wilson and Campbellsville are in the same conference. “That will be pretty cool,” Amburgey said. “Me, Daniel and Mikie probably haven’t played against each other since Rec ball. It should be fun.” Amburgey attended a showcase for unsigned recent graduates at the end of June. After a few bites from colleges, he went with Campbellsville — that had been recruiting him for a while. “Campbellsville was the right fit or me,” he said. “I went to the campus down
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Although he’s one of the world’s greatest driving talents, Juan Pablo Montoya has just one Sprint Cup victory in 126 starts. er people ... We have been right behind the wrecks. We have been a row or two rows behind where they wreck, and they block the whole track and right there, you are just a passenger. We have had, like, seven of those this year.” Though Montoya is, by background, a road racer, racing a stock car on road courses didn’t come as easily as one might think. there and there was a big atmosphere. I knew it was the right fit for me.” Amburgey expects to play infield and pitch from time to time. Just like his duties as a Greenwave. “I’ll play infield a little bit more,” he said. “Basically I’ll be doing what I did here (at Meade County). I just want to play, so I’ll play anywhere.” Amburgey knows that if he wants to play, he’ll have to work even harder this summer. “I can’t just put the bat down and wait to play this fall,” he said. “I need to keep swinging in the cage, throwing the baseball around. I’ll have to work out a lot, even hit the weight room a little bit.” While Amburgey looks forward to playing baseball, he also knows that he’ll be furthering his education. “It’s a really good school,” he said. “I want to major in physical education and teach either elementary or high school.” Amburgey also doesn’t rule out coming back to Meade County to help coach. “I talked to coach Clanton about it and he was all for it,” Amburgey said. “I’d love to come back here and coach. I have a lot fond memories here and I’d like to make more.”
“It’s crazy,” he said, “because, for me, it’s awkward being in these cars on a road course. ... There’s just no grip. You know what I mean? ... It’s just different. Put it that way.” The Bogota, Colombia, native now lives in Miami. He won the Indianapolis 500 in 2000 and the Grand Prix of Monaco in 2003. Montoya’s first NASCAR victory was a Nationwide Series race in
Mexico City in 2007. 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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Jitterbugs work just the same as they did during WWII Submitted by Kentucky Afield Outdoors
FRANKFORT — I bought my first Arbogast Jitterbug at the Western Auto in downtown Bardstown well before my 10th birthday. I had no idea about what made a good color choice, so I bought the one that looked the coolest to me at the time: a model with a silver/gray back and white belly. It was the first lure I ever bought with my own money. I threw that thing on small lakes and ponds with nary a whiff from a bass. I loved its action and followed the directions on the Jitterbug’s packaging: reel the lure in a few feet, let it sit still, repeat. A cousin is a Dominican sister, stationed at St. Catherine near Springfield for many years of my youth. This gave me access to fish their small lakes and I attacked with my new lure. No strikes from bass, as usual. Toward the end of the day, I grew frustrated and launched a huge rain-
bow cast, trying to throw it as far as I could. A power line running about 1 o’clock over my head grabbed the Jitterbug and I watched in horror as it looped around the cables over and over again. I lost my first lure without it catching a fish. That Jitterbug may still be hanging from those wires. A while later I learned the basics of fishing the Heddon River Runt and the old Knight Tube worms on the many distillery lakes around Bardstown. My brother, Dad and I enjoyed a summer evening fishing on one of those lakes. My brother threw his new black Jitterbug along weed lines just before dark. The commotion from largemouth bass plastering the Jitterbug made Dad and I envious. He caught some good bass that night and lost a big one in the weeds. It was tough to move a big bass from weeds with a Zebco 404 mounted on a whippy fiberglass rod, but my opinion about the Jitter-
State Parks offer plenty of history events in July
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FRANKFORT — History comes alive during July at Kentucky State Parks with a variety of demonstrations and programs that cover pioneer life, Native Americans, the French and Indian War and the Civil War. The Kentucky State Parks offer historic sites, museums and living history programs to guests throughout the year. Below are some of the special events during July. For more information, visit www.parks.ky.gov.
Perryville Battlefield State Historic Site, Perryville The Horse Soldier: A Tribute to Cavalry in the American Civil War July 1-Oct. 31, 2010 Perryville Battlefield has a new cavalry exhibition at its museum that includes items rarely seen by the public including Sue Mundy’s pistol and artifacts from John Hunt Morgan’s 2nd Kentucky Regiment. The exhibit also includes an interpretive film, interactive displays that allow the guest to research Civil War ancestors and graphic panels depicting all aspects of cavalry. Admission is $3.50 for adults and $2.50 for children under 12. The Horse Soldier exhibit is timely because of the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington Sept. 25-Oct. 10, 2010. Perryville’s annual battle re-enactment will be held during the games Oct. 2-3. The cavalry theme will continue for the Perryville re-enactment. There will be expert speakers on cavalry, cavalry demonstrations and museum exhibits focusing on horses. The weekend will feature two battles at the park, which preserves the location of the largest Civil War battle in Kentucky that took place in 1862. The park museum is open Monday through Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on Sunday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Perryville Battlefield is 45 miles southwest of Lexington. Take US 68 west to US 150 west. For more information about Perryville and other Kentucky State Parks, visit www.parks.ky.gov. The phone number for Perryville Battlefield is 859-332-8631. Carter Caves State Resort Park, Olive Hill
Pioneer Life Week July 19-25 You can experience what Kentucky was like more than 200 years ago during Pioneer Life Week at Carter Caves State Resort Park near Olive Hill from July 19-25. This annual event allows visitors to see how pioneers and Native Americans lived. Most events are free to the public. The pioneer encampment near the park campground is open daily 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, July 25. Evening programs will include Pickin’ at the Caves on Monday night; L. Henry Dowell will be portraying the frontier surgeon “Dr. Ephraim McDowell” during a Kentucky Chautauqua program on Wednesday night, frontier stories by the fire at the campground on Thursday night and a dance at the shelter house at the campground on Friday night. Country Fair Day will be Saturday, July 24, featuring old farm tools and machinery, woodcarving, seed spitting, flint knapping, pottery making, flute music, a pie auction and more. A free ice cream social will be at 4 p.m. Carter Caves also offers cave tours, canoe trips, hiking, golf, mini-golf, fishing, camping, horseback riding and swimming. Carter Caves also has a lodge and restaurant. During the week, the restaurant will have a Buffalo Buffet including Buffalo Ribs and Roast on Thursday July 22. For more information, call the park at 800-325-0059 or 606-286-4411. Fort Boonesborough State Park, Richmond Military Muster July 24-25 Come see 18th Century living history with special participation by members of Keller’s and Logan’s Companies of the Illinois Regiment. See and visit the encampment of these groups and settlers as well. Watch as the units drill and practice the martial skills of the frontier. Join as a new recruit from the visiting public and participate in the musket drill and marching. Hear and see the story of the defense of the frontier. This event is free with a regular paid admission to the fort. Open 9 a.m.- 5:30 p.m. Call 859-527-3131.
bug changed forever. The time of day was the difference between my brother ’s success with this odd looking lure and my frustration with it. The Jitterbug isn’t a daytime lure; it is the best night bass topwater lure of all time, especially for small lakes and ponds. Lure inventor Fred Arbogast tinkered in his basement shop with the business end of a spoon and a piece of broom handle back during the Great Depression. The spoon inspired the Jitterbug’s unusual concave lip that produced a highly effective gurgling sound and erratic wobble on the retrieve. No other lure looks or sounds like a Jitterbug since it hit the market in 1937. Summer nights are the best time to fish Jitterbugs. Black is the only color to throw. It is Jitterbug time when the sun’s fallen so low that you struggle to tie a knot without the help of a flashlight. Tie that last daytime knot to a black Jitterbug.
This lure isn’t a weedless plastic frog you can sling thoughtlessly into the teeth of the vegetation ringing a farm pond or small lake in the darkness. The treble hooks on the Jitterbug impale themselves on any log, lilly pad or strand of coontail they contact. Study the water before sunset and decide likely casting lanes. Paralleling a weedbed with the Jitterbug draws vicious strikes, but you can catch many huge bass fishing the middle of the pond. The popping, gurgling sound of the Jitterbug draws bass from far away to smash it. Although the literature promotes a stop-and-go retrieve with the Jitterbug, a straight retrieve often works better. You want the Jitterbug to settle into an annoying rhythm as you work it. The steady irritating sound from the lure drives bass nuts. Hold on to your rod tightly as largemouth bass usually try and savage the lure. The strike is often violent.
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The stop-and-go retrieve in which you reel the Jitterbug a few feet, let it rest till the ripples settle out and repeat, works best on nights when the fish aren’t aggressive. Try the steady retrieve first. Move to the stop-and-go if the steady retrieve fails. Resist the temptation to set the hook when you hear the strike or you may have a Jitterbug and its treble hooks flying at your head in the dark. Wait until you feel the weight of the fish before driving the hooks home. The 3/8-ounce size Jitterbug is a good all-around choice for ponds and small lakes. Cast the lure on a 7-foot medium action spinning rod spooled with 10- to 12-pound test line. Spinning equipment is much easier to deal with at night than baitcasting equipment. Throw the 5/8-ounce Jitterbug if you prefer a baitcasting rod. The slightly longer jointed Jitterbug produces more action and works better on windy nights or in the se-
cluded coves of reservoirs. The Jitterbug also drives stream smallmouth crazy. Work the 1/4-ounce black model at dusk above and below riffles with 45-degree casts. Retrieve the Jitterbug fast enough to keep the gurgle going. The stream current tricks you into thinking you are reeling quickly enough, but often the Jitterbug isn’t making any commotion at all, just bobbing downstream. Speed up if you don’t feel any wobbling through your rod on the retrieve. Stream smallmouth attempt to kill the Jitterbug with a vicious strike or gently slurp the lure and pull it under the surface. Keep on your toes. Set the hook if you feel any weird resistance. Large stream smallmouth bass often strike the Jitterbug gently. Tie on the venerable Jitterbug this summer and enjoy some of the most exciting fishing on the planet. It drove bass insane before World War II and still does today.
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Horoscopes ARIES (March 21 to April 19) A bit of Arian contrariness could be keeping you from getting all the facts. Turn it off, and tune in to what you need to hear. It could make all the difference this week. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Getting an answer to a vital question involving financial matters might take longer than you’d expected. A new factor might have to be dealt with before anything can move forward. Be patient. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Use your good sense to see what might really be driving a colleague’s workplace agenda. What you learn could lead to a new way of handling some old problems. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) A change of mind might once again turn out to be a good thing. True, most of your co-workers might not like the delay, but as before, they might appreciate what follows from it. LEO (July 23 to August 22) You revel in golden opportunities this week. One cautionary note, though: Be careful to separate the gold from the glitter before you make a choice. Someone you trust can help. VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Marriage is important this week, as are other partnerships. Don’t let yourself be overwhelmed by sentiment. Instead, try to steer a path between emotion and common sense. LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Dealing with someone who has let you down is never easy. But the sooner you’re able to clear up this problem, the sooner other problems can be successfully handled. SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) A “friend” who is willing to bend the rules to gain an advantage for both of you is no friend. Reject the offer and stay on your usual straight and narrow path. SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) After all the effort you’ve been putting in both on the job and for friends and family, it’s a good time to indulge your own needs. The weekend could bring a pleasant surprise. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) You might want to do something new this weekend. Close your eyes and imagine what it could be, and then do it, or come up with the closest practical alternative. AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) Your good deeds bring you the appreciation you so well deserve. But, once again, be careful of those who might want to exploit your generous nature for their own purposes. PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Trolling for compliments isn’t necessary. You earned them, and you’ll get them. Concentrate this week on moving ahead into the next phase of your program. BORN THIS WEEK: Meeting new people usually means you’re making new friends. People want to be reflected in your shining light. (c) 2010 King Features Synd., Inc.
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PUBLIC NOTICE Second reading of a proposed ordinance amending the Meade County budget for fiscal year 2010-2011, to include unanticipated receipts from the general fund in the amount of $ 305,231.00 and increasing expenditures in the area of the general fund will be held on July 22, 2010 at the Meade County Courthouse in the judge executive office at 8:15 a.m. A copy of the proposed ordinance with full text is available for public inspection at the Office of the County Judge/Executive during normal business hours.
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Hardesty Raymond Rd 2910 Viers Lane Vine Grove, KY REDUCED! 2.8 Acres, Converted from 3 to 2BR, Large Living area, 2 full baths. Code #603
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25 acres wooded. Excellent Hunting. $1,500 per acre. Located in Breckinridge 1-866-865-5263 www.ky-landco.com 3 BR, 2 bath brick house, new paint, new carpet, carport. 10 minutes ffrom Fort Knox. $120,000. Financing Available 1-866-865-5263 www.ky-landco.com 75 acres, open, wooded with fixer upper homestead. $2,200 per acre 1-866-865-5263 www .ky-landco.com Nice building lots in Flaherty. Restricted to houses off Millstead. Electric and county water. Convenient to Fort Knox. $29,900 each 1-866-865-5263 www.ky-landco.com 3Br, 2 bath double wide. New metal roof, new flooring, new paint. $84,900. Located on Sunset in Meade County 1-866-865-5263 www.ky-landco.com
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3 bed, 2 bath on 1+ acre in Brandenburg, minutes from schools & shopping, $54,900. 10 acres, wooded, long road frontage, Battletown area, $19,900. 2 bed, 2 bath on 10 acres in Buffalo, mostly wooded, storage shed, $59,900. 12.8 acres, good for hunting/recreation, off Hwy 228 near Wolf Creek, $24,900. 2 bed, 2 bath on 0.8 acres in Munfordville, convenient to Nolin Lake, $39,900.
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Lots for Sale • Black top roads If Country Living is were you want to be, then this is the place for you!
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Camp teaches students to exude MCHS school spirit
CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE: All the participants of the 2010 Meade County High School Cheer Camp. A camper adjusts her uniform. The fourth grade group performs their cheer routine. A sixth grade camper adds a bit of spunk to her cheers. The third grade group gets excited after they finish performing in front of their peers.
By Jennifer Corbett The News Standard Meade County High School pride was bursting at the seams, while current cheerleaders taught what they know — plus more — to younger students. This was part of the MCHS Cheer Camp, which began Monday and will finish today. Each day, the 71 campers met in Brandenburg Primary’s gym to learn how to cheer louder, while keeping spirits at an all-time high. Campers were broken into different groups in accordance to their age. Each group had two MCHS student leaders, who taught the students to keep smiling and keep moving. Some of the things the camp went over included motions, jumps, stunting techniques, and current MCHS cheers and dances. The camp was a fundraiser for the MCHS cheerleaders.
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Students have fun, learn at summer reading events
ABSOLUTE AUCTION Saturday, July 17th @ 10:00 am CDT (4) 3 bedroom double wides (move in condition!) with 3 additional mobile homes as well. Hardinsburg city water available on LOTS! Pine Ridge Estates, Rough River Lake • Fishing, swimming & skiing at Rough River Lake • Offering 20 pairs of lots and 2 single lots being sold individually or in combination using the US Auction Group multi-par system • Possible owner financing
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ABOVE AND BELOW: Donna Fackler watches over her students as they play in the handmade “Greenwave Machine,” at the Meade County Public Library. Submitted by Megan N. Stith MCPL
Some third-and fourth-graders got a chance to have some fun with a Donna Fackler original creation, “The Greenwave Machine.” The water machine went hand-in-hand with the theme of the library’s summer reading program: “Make a Splash At Your Library.” Each session of the summer, the reading program centers around fun water activites, crafts, games and a trip to the library for books, so children can read during their summer break from school.
ABSOLUTE AUCTION Saturday July 24th @ 10:00 EDT 761 Old Weldon, Brandenburg KY 2 bedroom/1 bath, wooded Great Investment Opportunity!
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‘Wizard of Oz’: even at its age, it’s still a loveable children’s classic Shawn Hughes Jr. Old & New Movie Reviews This is part 1 of a three-part series in which I take a look at three classic children’s movies that I, regrettably, have never seen until now. Yeah, that’s right. I’m twenty years old and I’ve never seen “The Wizard of Oz.” Ever. Yeah, I know, it’s a travesty, but that’s part of the reason why I’m starting this little three-part series — to catch up on some undeniable classic entertainment that I never experienced while I was growing up. The other reason is to reintroduce these movies to today’s audience — to share an unbiased viewpoint with generations of fans who likely have strong emotional ties to the films I intend to review. On that note, I don’t think there’s anyone who needs an introduction to “The Wizard of Oz” … except, perhaps, myself. I went into this knowing nothing except the highlights — the tornado, the munchkins, the witches, the flying monkeys, and
those ruby slippers. Outside of that, I was clueless. I was surprised to learn that all of these seemingly unrelated plot devices that I knew about fit together quite nicely into a storyline that is both coherent and believable (for a fantasy tale). There’s no denying that the film is juvenile in its atmosphere, but it never comes across as demeaning. In fact, there is a curious charm that surrounds each of the main characters, making for a largely entertaining and instantly likeable cast of misfits. But most remarkable of all is that the film hardly shows its age at all. Except for one noticeable 30s-era divert into blatant theatricality, the movie proves to be just as quality and entertaining an experience as anything playing in the multiplexes now. One thing that I kept noticing all throughout the film was just how familiar everything seemed to be, even though I’d never seen it before. Surprisingly enough, I found that I could sing along with just about every song there was, and there are far too many classically quotable quotes to
mention — including the ever-popular and alwaysappropriate, “There’s no place like home.” Even though there’s no denying the film’s classic status, there are still a couple of minor annoyances. The medley of munchkin song-and-dance routines toward the beginning of the film lasted a little long for my taste (and grated my nerves a bit), and I’m not overly fond of the ending and its interpretation of Oz (something that seems to go against the author’s original intent anyway). Still, if these are the only true faults I can find in a movie that is more than 70 years old, then that’s quite an accomplishment in itself. If this movie were released today, there’s no telling how it would fare. It would probably just be swept under the rug as a cheerfully clichéd children’s movie. But we mustn’t forget that a lot of the things we consider cliché today are as a result of this very movie. At the end of the day, I feel not so much like I’ve seen a movie and more like I’ve received a muchneeded history lesson in film. Final grade: ***1/2
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