SUBMITTED There are so many children in Ohio County who won’t get anything from Santa unless they have help from many of you. HOSA has set up five Christmas trees to help local families give their children a happy Christmas. All you have to do is take a paper ornament from the tree, the child’s […]
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HOSA’S Christmas Wish tree
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Mae Lue Flener
Mae Lue Flener, 79, of Morgantown Ky., passed away on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2014, at the Hospice House of Southern Ky., in Bowling Green Ky. Mae Lue was born Dec. 2, 1934, in Butler County, Ky., to the late Leburn Lindsey and Nola Lindsey Cardwell. She was a member of Leonard Oak General Baptist Church […]
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Accident sends 5 people to the hospital
An accident on Happy Hollow Road sent five people to the hospital with injuries.
According to a press release from the Kentucky State Police, yesterday, around 5:25 p.m., John Jones, 27, of Beaver Dam, was driving a Dodge Neon south on Happy Hollow Road. Brittany Worth, 27, of Hartford was driving a Plymouth Neon north on Happy Hollow Rd. At the top of a hill, they collided head on at a speed of around 20 mph.
Worth and her passenger, Jonathon L. Baggerly, 25, of Beaver Dam, refused treatment. Jones and his passengers, Haily M. Plemons, 21, of Sebree, Ian Jones, 4, Tenley Jones, 2, and Ellia Helms, 2, were transported to Owensboro Health Regional Hospital with non-life threatening injuries.
The KSP was assisted in the accident by the Ohio County EMS, Beaver Dam Fire Department and the Rockport Fire Department.
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Tracy Popplewell
Tracy Popplewell, 40, died on Sunday, Nov. 23, 2014, at his home following a long illness. He was born in Columbia, Ky., on April 26, 1974.
He graduated from Union University in Jackson, Tenn., where he was a member of the Lambda Chi Alpha. He was a Target Assessment Specialist with the University of Kentucky and a member of the Oak Grove Baptist Church.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents; Henry & Edna Popplewell and Johnie & Flonzie Gossage and father-in-law, Onie Wilson.
Survivors include: wife of 17 years, Belinda Wilson Popplewell, Cadiz, Ky.; daughter, Megan Elizabeth Popplewell, of the home; parents, Cliff & Jennie Popplewell, Cadiz; and mother-in-law, Sharron Wilson, Beaver Dam, Ky.
Memorial Services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 29, at King’s Funeral Home with Rev. Paxton Redd officiating. Burial will follow at a later date in the Pine Grove Cemetery in Russell Springs, Ky. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. on Saturday at King’s Funeral Home.
Memorial Donations may be made to the Oak Grove Baptist Church Youth C/o Scotty & Andrea Hampton 433 Mack Cunningham Road Cadiz, Kentucky 42211
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Cashiers & Janitors
The Western Kentucky Travel Center is now hiring first, second and third shift cashiers and janitors. Employees must be able to begin work immediately. Applicants must apply in person and be prepared for an interview. No phone calls, please. The Western Kentucky Travel Center is at 675 Western Kentucky Parkway in Beaver Dam.
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Hartford Baptist Church Hanging of the Greens Service Nov. 30
SUBMITTED Everyone is invited to a Hanging of the Greens Service at Hartford Baptist Church this Sunday evening, November 30, at 6:30 p.m. The church is at 415 Liberty Street in Hartford. The pastor is Bro. Ed Mitchell.
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KSP warns of phone scam using Calhoun number
The Kentucky State Police in Henderson has documented a number of people who have reported they are receiving calls from a Calhoun (McLean County) phone number. Complainants state it is a males voice on the other end claiming to be with the Kentucky State Police. He is looking for donations and further asks for credit […]
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Ira Glenn Camp
Ira Glenn Camp, 72, of McHenry, went to heaven to be with God. He passed away at his home on Sunday, Nov. 23, 2014. He was born on Aug. 29, 1942, in McHenry to the late Ira and Corene Camp.
He attended the McHenry Church of God of Prophecy and worked at Peabody Coal Mines for 27 years. He was a strong UMWA Union Member. Ira enjoyed raising two vegetable gardens every year.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Ira and Corene Camp, and his sister, Ethel Moore.
Survivors include his wife of 50 years, Margie Camp of McHenry; two daughters, Donna (Scott) Maiden, of Beaver Dam, and Cheryl (David) McCallister, of McHenry; two grandsons, Daniel (Kayla) Maiden, of Beaver Dam, and Shaun Maiden, of McHenry; two sisters, Geraldine Southard, of McHenry, and Anna Margaret Leach, of Beaver Dam, and his little pride and precious joy, Katie, his poodle.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 26, at William L. Danks Funeral Home with Rev. Roy Smith officiating. Burial will be in Render Memorial Cemetery in McHenry. Visitation will be from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. Tuesday and 9 a.m. until the time of service Wednesday at the funeral home.
Online messages of condolence may be made at: www.danksfuneralhome.com.
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Former OC football standouts finish 2014 collegiate seasons
A pair of former Ohio County High football standouts finished their first seasons in the collegiate ranks last week. Sam Griffin was a part of Kentucky Wesleyan College’s squad that finished with a solid 7-4 record while Tyler Aldridge’s Union College Bulldogs finished at 1-9. Griffin, a 5-9, 212-pound linebacker, saw action in three games […]
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OCHS cross-country squad holds year-end banquet
Ohio County High’s Eagle and Lady Eagle cross-country squads held a season-end celebration Thursday at Little Stevie’s Pizza in Beaver Dam. Coach James Fulkerson’s 2014 squad, along with their parents, enjoyed a meal and fellowship before awards were handed out. According to Fulkerson, no speeches were given, just the presentations which included certificates of participation, […]
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Lacy ‘Toothpick’ Mullins
Lacy “Toothpick” Mullins, 78, of Hartford, died Sunday, Nov. 23, 2014, at his home. He was born in Corbin, Ky., to the late Harley and Mary Crook Mullins. He was a retired UMWA coal miner working as a master welder and electrician and he served in the U.S. Army. Survivors include his wife, Connie Barnett […]
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Remember food safety this holiday season
With Thanksgiving right around the corner – and food traditionally playing a large part in the festivities – the Department for Public Health (DPH) wants the public to keep safe food preparation and handling practices in mind. Many holiday dinners incorporate meat and poultry, which are possible sources of foodborne disease – a serious public […]
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Fordsville Christmas Tree lighting Nov. 29
The City of Fordsville kicks off its holiday season with its annual Christmas Tree lighting on Nov. 29 at 4 p.m. There will be caroling and refreshments immediately after the tree lighting. All events will take place at the Fordsville Depot Museum at 32 Ridge Road in Fordsville.
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2 OC Eagles sign with WKU, KWC on National Signing Day
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A pair of Ohio County High baseball players signed national letters-of-intent on Nov. 12, the official collegiate National Signing Day for athletes. Right-handed pitcher Jake Griffin signed with Western Kentucky University while second baseman Kiah Gledhill signed with Kentucky Wesleyan College. At least one more senior member of Bobby Wise’s team is also expected to accept a scholarship offer this season.
Griffin was one of eight to sign with Western last Tuesday. He had a stellar season in the spring of 2014, striking out over 100 batters in 55 innings of work while compiling a 6-2 record. The Kentucky West Junior All-Star was a third team All-State selection, and lost by one vote to Muhlenberg County’s Kyle Moore in Third Region “Player of the Year” balloting.
Gledhill, a four-year starter for the Eagles, batted .354 last season while scoring 28 times and driving in 22 for the 18-13 OCHS team that reached the semifinals of the regional tournament for the second straight year. He was named first-team Academic All-State and won his team’s Gold Glove award.
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Griffin and Gledhill are expected to have a combined signing ceremony at a later date at the high school.
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KYTC: Construction projects suspended to ease holiday weekend travel
Drivers will have something extra to be thankful for this week. To help Thanksgiving travelers, construction on most major roadways in Kentucky is being suspended through the holiday. Nonetheless, motorists are cautioned to be alert for lane closures in many locations.
“We want to make travel as nearly carefree and stress free as we can. But most of all, we want everyone to arrive at their destinations safely,” Kentucky Transportation Secretary Mike Hancock said.
Coinciding with the holiday, work on Interstate 65 in Bullitt County will be suspended. However, lane closures for both northbound and southbound directions will remain in place, with construction crews beginning work again on Friday.
Northbound I-65 is reduced from three lanes to two lanes between KY 61 and the Bullitt/Jefferson county line (mile points 118 to 123) due to concrete pavement replacement.
Southbound I-65 is reduced to two lanes between the Bullitt/Jefferson county line and KY 245 at Clermont (mile points 123 to 112) due to concrete pavement replacement. These lanes are divided by a median crossover. Southbound I-65 motorists who need to exit at Brooks (Exit 121) should stay in the right lane.
The speed limit is reduced to 55 mph in the work zones, and a 16-foot width restriction is in place.
Other project sites where construction is suspended for the holiday but delays may occur because of lane closures or restrictions include:
· U.S. 127/ Louie B. Nunn/Cumberland Parkway, Russell County – The speed limit is reduced near the interchange project. U.S. 127 is 35 mph and the parkway is 55 mph through this project.
· U.S. 23 North, Greenup County – Reduced to one lane at KY 244 intersection for the Ironton-Russell Ohio River bridge project. This lane restriction will continue until bridge work is completed.
· Hal Rogers Parkway, Perry County – Reduced to one lane between mile markers 57 and 58. Temporary traffic signals are in place with slight delays possible.
· U.S. 62, Lyon County – One lane in each direction between Eddyville and I-69. Work zone runs from mile point 9.1 near Commerce Street to mile point 11.7 near Goodman Road at the U.S. 62/I-69 Interchange. This work zone includes the U.S. 62 Intersection with U.S. 641.
· KY 307, Hickman County – Remains restricted at the Bayou De Chien bridge for bridge replacement. Traffic is controlled by an automated signal.
· I-69/Pennyrile Parkway Interchange, Hopkins County – Travelers restricted to one lane for northbound and southbound traffic along the Pennyrile Parkway.
· Audubon Parkway, Henderson County – Reduced to one lane of traffic in each direction near mile point 11.5. A median crossover will move travelers from the eastbound lane to the westbound side past the construction and then back.
· U.S. 41-Alternate, Christian County – Northbound lanes restricted from mile point 4.4 at the I-24 Exit 86 Interchange, extending northward to mile point 6.6 at KY 756/Crenshaw Boulevard.
· I-65, Hart County – Lanes reduced from three to two from Horse Cave to Munfordville (mile points 58-65)
· I-75, Grant County – Lane closures, lane switches and delays anticipated as construction progresses on a repair project on northbound and southbound lanes between mile points 152.4 and 166.3. The speed limit has been reduced to 55 mph in the work zone.
Dial 511 or log on to 511.ky.gov for the latest in traffic and travel information in the Commonwealth of Kentucky.
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Marjorie T. Cartwright
Marjorie T. Cartwright, 83, of Morgantown, Ky., went home to be with the Lord on Monday Nov. 24, 2014, at her residence. Marjorie was born on Saturday Oc. 31, 1931, in Ohio County, Ky., to the late Moscow and Amy Phelps Taylor.
She was a member of Aberdeen Missionary Baptist Church where she was very active in many of the ministries in the church. She was a member of Gasper River Association Quilting Ministry, past deputy PVA, worked in garment industry for many years, retired department manager at Walmart and homemaker. Marjorie loved her family, church, sewing and cooking.
Other than her parents she is preceded in death by one brother, Virgil Taylor, and one sister, Virginia Hardin.
Marjorie T. Cartwright is the beloved wife, mother, and grandmother to her husband of 53 years, James “Jim” Cartwright, of Morgantown, Ky.; two daughters, Cynthia Barrow, husband William, of Morgantown, Ky., and Felicia McLean, husband Robert “Bob,” of Bowing Green, Ky.; one son, Michael White, wife Jennifer, of Morgantown, Ky.; three granddaughters, Leslie Meyer, husband Mark, of Louisville, Ky., Kayla Barrow, of Morgantown, Ky., and Kate Barrow, of Richmond, Ky.; one grandson, Michael White Jr., wife Marie, of Leitchfield, Ky.; two great-grandchildren, Elijah Barrow, of Morgantown, Ky., and Carter Franklin, of Morgantown, Ky.; three sisters, Joyce Coots, husband Leon, of Louisville, Ky., Jean Neel, of Glasgow, Ky., and Alice Weathers, husband Ronald, of Morgantown, Ky., and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held at the Aberdeen Missionary Baptist Church Saturday Nov. 29, at 2 p.m. with Bro. Donnie Fox and Bro. Roger Taylor officiating with burial in the Hill Haven Memory Gardens. Visitation will be held on Friday, Nov. 28, from 1 p.m. until 8 p.m. at the Jones Funeral Chapel and Saturday, Nov. 29, from 10 a.m. until funeral time at 2 p.m. at the Aberdeen Missionary Baptist Church.
Expressions of sympathy may be made to Gideon’s International P.O. Box 195 Morgantown, Ky. 42261; Clear Creek Bible College 300 Clear Creek Rd. Pineville, Ky. 40977 or American Heart Association P.O. Box 15120 Chicago, Ill. 60693.
Share your photos, memories and condolences for Marjorie Cartwright at: www.jonesfuneralchapel.com.
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Mildred Faith Jennings
Mildred Faith Jennings, 76, died on Monday, Nov. 24, 2014, at St. Joseph East Hospital in Lexington, Ky., She was born in Sunfish, Ky., on Feb. 9, 1938. After traveling with her husband R.L. throughout the U.S. and Germany and raising a family while he was in the Army for two decades, Faith settled down […]
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Mary Susan Pasco
Mary Susan Pasco, 57, of Beaver Dam, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2014, at her residence. She was born on Dec. 26, 1956, in Louisville, Ky., to the late Eddie C. and Ina Barrett Pasco. She attended Liberty United Methodist Church in Beaver Dam. Survivors include one sister, Sandra Elizabeth Pasco, of Beaver Dam. Graveside […]
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USDA disaster assistance to help thousands of producers
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced that nearly 2,500 applicants will receive disaster assistance through the Emergency Assistance for Livestock, Honeybees, and Farm-Raised Fish Program (ELAP) for losses suffered from Oct. 1, 2011, through Sept. 30, 2013.
The program, re-authorized by the 2014 Farm Bill, provides disaster relief to livestock, honeybee, and farm-raised fish producers not covered by other agricultural disaster assistance programs. Eligible losses may include excessive heat or winds, flooding, blizzards, hail, wildfires, lightning strikes, volcanic eruptions, and diseases, or in the case of honeybees, losses due to colony collapse disorder. Beekeepers, most of whom suffered honeybee colony losses, represent more than half of ELAP recipients.
“As promised, we’re making sure that thousands of producers who suffered through two and a half difficult years without Farm Bill assistance, are getting some relief,” said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack “Once the Farm Bill was restored, not only did we implement the disaster assistance programs in record time, we’re issuing payments less than three months after the enrollment deadline. The funds will hopefully help producers with some of the financial losses they sustained during that time.”
The Farm Bill caps ELAP disaster funding at $20 million per federal fiscal year. To accommodate the number of requests, which exceeded funds available for each of the affected years, payments will be reduced to ensure that all eligible applicants receive a prorated share of assistance.
ELAP was made possible through the 2014 Farm Bill, which builds on historic economic gains in rural America over the past five years, while achieving meaningful reform and billions of dollars in savings for the taxpayer. Since enactment, USDA has made significant progress to implement each provision of this critical legislation, including providing disaster relief to farmers and ranchers; strengthening risk management tools; expanding access to rural credit; funding critical research; establishing innovative public-private conservation partnerships; developing new markets for rural-made products; and investing in infrastructure, housing and community facilities to help improve quality of life in rural America. For more information, visit www.usda.gov/farmbill.
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Ohio Co. police report for Nov. 26
On Nov. 5, Christopher Morris, 20, theft by unlawful taking - shoplifting under $500, theft by unlawful taking - shoplifting under $10,000 and two counts of non-payment of fines.
On Nov. 8, Casey McKinney, 24, was served with a warrant for contempt of court.
On Nov. 8, Chelsea Capps, 18, was charged with speeding.
On Nov. 7, Richard Patton, 49, was charged with fourth degree assault - domestic violence.
On Nov. 11, Aaron Waters, 24, was charged with fourth degree assault - domestic assault.
On Nov. 10, Reza Nuvia, 38, was charged with disregarding traffic control device.
On Nov. 19, Bobby Howard, 48, was charged with operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol.
On Nov. 18, Jeremiah Fulton, 26, was served with a warrant for two counts of non-payment of fines.
On Nov. 19, a Juvenile, 15, was charged with theft by unlawful taking - shoplifting under $500.
On Nov. 19, a Juvenile, was charged with theft by unlawful taking - shoplifting under $500.
On Nov. 21, Nicholas Midkiff, 30, was served with a warrant for failure to appear and fourth degree assault.
On Nov. 21, Lacy Varble was charged with fourth degree assault - domestic violence and third degree terroristic threatening.
On Nov. 21, Michael Mikel was charged with disregarding a stop sign.
On Nov. 23, William Jody Howard, 41, was charged with operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol.
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