Several Ohio County youngsters competed in a pair of recent events on the Greater Owensboro Junior Golf Series at Owensboro’s Ben Hawes Golf Course and Madisonville Country Club. Local finishers in Wednesday’s stop at Ben Hawes: Boys — 9-10 (6 holes) — 1. Seth Moore 28 (won playoff). 11-12 (9 holes) — 4. Dylan Payton […]
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Local finishers for GO Golf series stop at Ben Hawes, Madisonville
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2 women sent to hospital after accident
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Severe thunderstorms possible today, later this week
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Richard McClure
Richard McClure, 58, of Utica, Ky., died Sunday, June 21, 2015, while under the care of Hospice of Western Kentucky. He was born May 1, 1957, in Owensboro, Ky., to the late Lonard "Jack" and Juanita McClure.
He was a U.S. Navy veteran, serving from 1974-79. He had been employed as an electrician for Century Aluminum and was a Christian.
He is survived by his daughter, Lynette Nave, of Arkansas; a grandson, Johnathan Richard Nave, of Owensboro, Ky.; brothers, Dennis McClure, of Hartford, Ky., and Anthony McClure, of Utica; sisters, Brenda Gillette, of Livermore, Ky., and Darlene Hillard, of Utica, and several nieces and nephews.
Memorial services will be held at a later date. James H. Davis Funeral Home & Crematory in Owensboro is in charge of arrangements.
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Pond Run Baptist Church VBS June 24-25
SUBMITTED Pond Run Baptist Church, in Echols, will host Vacation Bible School on Wednesday, June 24, from 5 p.m.-7:30 p.m. and Thursday, June 25, from 5 p.m.-8 p.m. Thursday will feature some special guests: Doug Kind, the magician, and Charles Hudson, the balloon animal artist. There will also be a cookout for kids and family at 7 […]
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Ruby H. (Brey) Russelburg
Ruby H. (Brey) Russelburg, 89, of Whitesville, Ky., died June 21, 2015. She was born in Ohio County, Ky., to the late John David and Eva Brey.
She was a homemaker, enjoyed playing bingo and loved her grandchildren.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Bob; six children, Tommy, Dorothy, Wayne, Darrel, Hellen "CC" Crowe, and Leo; and her siblings, Bill, Essie, Frances, LeLand, and Gene.
She is survived by a daughter, Judy McCarty; three sons, Charles, Jerry and Paul Russelburg; her siblings, J.D.Brey, Nellie Schrecker, Ronald Brey, Margie McLimore, Kelly Brey, and Donald Brey; 22 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; eight great-great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
Services are at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, June 24, at Cecil Funeral Home in Whitesville. Visitation is from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial is at St. Mary of the Woods Cemetery in Whitesville.
See more at: cecilfuneralhome.com.
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Romero finishes 4th at GO Golf Series stop at Christmas Lake
The GO Junior Golf Series made a stop Monday at Christmas Lake Golf Course near Santa Claus, Ind. Ohio County’s lone entrant in Monday’s event was Horse Branch’s Lain Romero whose 18-hole score of 92 placed him fourth in the boys’ 13-15 championship division. Next GO stop: 6/24 at Henderson Country Club.
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Stolen backhoe discovered in Butler Co.
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Everett Eugene ‘Tooter’ Moore
Everett Eugene “Tooter” Moore, 81, of Horse Branch, passed away Wednesday, June 24, 2015, at Owensboro Health Regional Hospital. He was born June 20, 1934, in McHenry to the late Thomas “Big Tom” and Effie Trail Moore.
He was a retired coal miner for Peabody Coal Company and was a member of Sugar Grove Church of Christ.
Beside his parents he was preceded in death by one son, Russell Daugherty; two brothers, Stanley Moore, Charles Capp Moore; and two sisters, Margaret Hull and Ruth Eury.
Survivors include his wife of 57 years, Monia Jean Johnson Moore, of Horse Branch; two sons, Douglas (Shelley) Daugherty, of Horse Branch, and Dennis (Marlene Decker) Moore, of Grandview, Ind.; two daughters, Cathy West, of Beaver Dam, and Alicia (Rick) Daugherty, of Horse Branch; one daughter-in-law, Carma Daugherty, of Morgantown, Everett was blessed with 14 grandchildren, Roy Daugherty, Jody Cardwell, Lafonda (Lee) Hiner, Donnittia (Randy) Beasley, Georgina (Ben) Midkiff, Eddie (Bekah Jo) Cardwell, Jessica (Ken) Decker, Amanda (Josh) Wright, Everett West, Dennis Moore, Jr., Crystal Daugherty, Donna (Nathan) Murch, Nathaniel (LaKayah) Daugherty, and LaTasha Daugherty and 25 great-grandchildren also survive.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, June 26, at William L. Danks Funeral Home in Beaver Dam, with Joe Van Roberts and Danny Tarrance officiating. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery near Horse Branch. Visitation will be from 3 p.m. until 8 p.m. Thursday and 9 a.m. until time of service Friday at the funeral home.
Online messages of condolence can be made at: www.danksfuneralhome.com.
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KHSAA ‘dead period’ begins Thursday
All high school sports activities — conditioning, practices, summer games, etc. — must stop at midnight Thursday and not resume again until midnight on Thursday, July 9, or essentially Friday, June 10 unless some programs are planning a Midnight-Madness type activity for July 9.
The reason? KHSAA’s annual Dead Period for member schools. During this time, athletes can not be required to attend any sports training or competitions, or even be in contact with their respective coaches, including by email, social media, texting, telephone, or any other form. School facilities cannot be used, school funds nor school transportation used or provided, or even school uniforms or equipment used by athletes.
The Dead Period, established several years ago, gives high school athletes a respite from their chosen sports activities and, thus, a chance to relax and possibly go on vacation with their families.
When the Dead Period ends, fall sports — cross country, football, soccer, and volleyball along with competitive cheer squads — will begin preparations for their 2015 seasons.
Note: due to local rains Monday and several players leaving early for family events, Ohio County’s high school summer baseball team saw the cancellation of their final two summer league dates which consisted of a pair of doubleheaders.
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VIDEO: 2015 Ohio County Relay For Life
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New booster seat law now in effect
A new child safety seat law takes effect yesterday, June 24. Governor Steve Beshear signed the booster seat bill into law on June 15, requiring children younger than eight (8) and between 40 and 57 inches tall be secured in a booster seat.
"This new law sends parents and caregivers an important message that seat belts are not designed for children, but booster seats are," says KSP spokesman Sgt. Michael Webb.
"Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for children ages four through eight," says Webb. "Children are precious cargo and every precaution must be made to ensure their safety."
The bill requires law enforcement officers to issue citations with a $30 fine, although no court costs will be assessed. In addition, violators will have the option to purchase a booster seat instead of paying the fine.
Boosters are intended to lift the child up off the vehicle seat to improve the fit of the adult lap and shoulder seatbelt.
The lap portion of the belt should fit low on the hips or high on the thighs and the shoulder portion of the belt should be snug across the collarbone.
An improper fit of the adult safety belt can cause the lap belt to ride up over the stomach and the shoulder belt to cut across the neck, potentially exposing the child to serious abdominal or neck injury.
For more information about the new booster seat law visit http://transportation.ky.gov/Highway-Safety/Pages/Child-Passenger-Safety.aspx
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Kentucky 2015 Acreage Reporting Date
In order to comply with FSA program eligibility requirements, all producers are encouraged to visit the Ohio County FSA office to file an accurate crop certification report by the applicable deadline.
The following acreage reporting dates are applicable for Ohio County:
July 15, 2015: All Other Crops and CRP
September 30, 2015: Aquaculture; Value loss and controlled environment crops (except Nursery). Examples: Christ-mas Trees, Crustaceans, Finfish, Flowers, Ginseng, Grass Sod
The following exceptions apply to the above acreage reporting dates:
- If the crop has not been planted by the above acreage reporting date, then the acreage must be reported no later than 15 calendar days after planting is completed.
- If a producer acquires additional acreage after the above acreage reporting date, then the acreage must be reported no later than 30 calendars days after purchase or acquiring the lease. Appropriate documentation must be provided to the county office.
- If a perennial forage crop is reported with the intended use of “cover only,” “green manure,” “left standing,” or “seed,” then the acreage must be reported by July 15th.
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Ohio Co. real estate transfers for June 25
Real estate transfers: Roy W. and Christine Maddox to Maddox Investments LLC Tract in Ohio Co., Ky. Alton C. Mitchell to Kevin and Kimberly Likens tract in Ohio Co., Ky. Citizens Bank to Church of God of Prophecy Tracts in Beaver Dam, Ky. Jimmie L. and Brenda Boyd to Randall E. and Judy L. Trogden […]
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Marida L. Stewart
Marida L. Stewart, 65, of Beaver Dam, passed away Wednesday, June 24, 2015, at Ohio County Hospital. She was born Nov. 11, 1949 in Louisville to the late Delbert and Marie Woods Stewart. She was a member of Beaver Dam Community Church and worked as an L.P.N. for Dr. Billy Allen. Survivors include her brother, […]
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Gov. Beshear sets vision for new Kentucky Workforce Innovation Board
In a move that continues his emphasis on building a stronger, world-class workforce, Gov. Steve Beshear yesterday, by executive order, reconstituted the Kentucky Workforce Innovation Board (KWIB), citing the crucial role it will play in giving global companies the competitive edge they need in the Commonwealth. “The quality of our workforce is the key factor […]
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Jobless rates down in 119 Ky. counties in May 2015
Unemployment rates fell in 119 Kentucky counties between May 2014 and May 2015, but rose in Russell County, according to the Kentucky Office of Employment and Training, an agency of the Kentucky Education and Workforce Development Cabinet. Woodford County recorded the lowest jobless rate in the Commonwealth at 3.8 percent. It was followed by Fayette […]
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Secretary Grimes warns businesses of additional business scam
Secretary of State Alison Lundergan Grimes, Kentucky’s chief business officer, is warning businesses about an official-looking “2015 Annual Minutes Form” they may receive from an entity called Division of Corporate Services. Division of Corporate Services is not registered, affiliated or associated with the Secretary of State’s office. Several Kentucky businesses have reported receiving the form, […]
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BD Tourism announces Jason Crabb concert July 18
Award-winning gospel singer and Ohio County native Jason Crabb will be performing at the Beaver Dam Amphitheater on July 28.[/caption]
Following the Newsboys, Merle Haggard and Aaron Tippin, the Beaver Dam Tourism Commission has announced the latest concert coming to the Beaver Dam Amphitheater.
Award winning Ohio County native, Jason Crabb will perform on Saturday, July 18, at the Beaver Dam Amphitheater. Mark Bishop and the Talley's will also be performing. Gates open at 4 p.m. with the concert beginning at 5 p.m.
Crabb, from Beaver Dam, was voted "Favorite Male Vocalist" at the first annual Harmony Honors Awards and "Favorite Young Artist" at the 2000 Singing News Fan Awards. In 2004, he was voted 2004 Gospel Music Male Vocalist of the Year. Crabb won a Grammy in 2010 for Best Southern/Country/Bluegrass Gospel Album for his album Jason Crabb. Crabb's latest album, Love Is Stronger, was released in 2013.
Tickets are $25 and are available online at beaverdamtourism.com or locally at The Christian Bookstore in Downtown Beaver Dam and Home Town Flooring on U.S. Highway 231 S in Beaver Dam.
Get your tickets and be a part of welcoming Jason Crabb back home to his roots of Ohio County.
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Chester M. Coburn
Mr. Chester M. Coburn, 78, passed away on June 24, 2015, at Owensboro Health Regional Hospital, he was born on April 3, 1937, in Knott County, Ky., to the late Chester and Mary Jane (Hall) Coburn.
Chester was a retired state police detective for the State of Kentucky, loved fishing with his brothers, gardening, UK Basketball, tinkering with lawn mowers, but mostly loved spoiling his grandchildren, he also enjoyed family time. He was a member of Lewis Lane Baptist Church.
He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, James Earl Coburn.
He leaves behind his wife, Dortha “Dot” (Butler) Coburn; son, James Douglas (Toni) Coburn; daughter, Kimberly Lynn Danks (Choy Burcham); sons, David Morris Coburn, Robert Clayton Coburn (Kelly Castell), Daniel Ray (Jeanette) Goodwin; daughter, Julia Ann (Wayne) Cecil, 17 grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and one on the way; one great-great-grandchild; brother, Edgar Gene (Peggy) Coburn, and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be Saturday, June 27, at 2 p.m. at Glenn Funeral Home and Crematory with Pastors Glen Armstrong and Pastor David Preston officiating, visitation will be Friday, June 26, from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. and also after 11 a.m. Saturday. Burial will take place in Owensboro Memorial Gardens. Expressions of sympathy in the form of donations will be to the Gideon’s.
Online condolences may be made at: glennfuneralhome.com.
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