Marion County Lady Knights Advance to State (March 9th)
After winning Saturday night's game against Elizabethtown to
become Regional Champions (score of 54-40), the Marion County Lady Knights will
advance and compete in the State Tournament on Wednesday at 2:30pm
EST at the Diddle Arena in Bowling Green. Tuesday, there will
be a community send off in the rear parking lot of Marion County
High School at 5:15. They will be departing at 5:30.
Loretto Fire Department Responds to Fire
(March 9th)
Members
of the Loretto Fire Department responded to a field fire in the area
of St. Francis Highway.
Firemen cleared the scene at 7:47pm.
Lebanon Police
Report (March 9th)
The L.P.D. is investigating a
case of criminal possession of a forged instrument of the 1st.
On February 22nd Higdon's Foodtown reported a forged check valued at
$345.17
Lebanon Police Report Arrests (March 9th)
Jacob Tyler Brockman, of
Lebanon, was arrested on February 25th on a warrant of charges of
theft of property mislaid or deliver by mistake. A purse
valued at $65.00, cash value of $25.00, and miscellaneous personal
items valued at $94.00. The total items
valued at $179.00 were reported missing on December 14, 2009.
Loretto Youth League Sign-ups
(March 9th)
Loretto Youth League Slow Pitch
and T-Ball League will be holding signups every Wednesday night
throughout the month of March from 6:00 to 7:90 p.m. at the Loretto
Ball Park under the pavilion. If you need an application or
more information, please contact Earl and Amanda Whitlock at
865-6102.
Marion County Lady Knights Advance to State (March 8th)
After winning Saturday night's game against Elizabethtown to
become Regional Champions (score of 54-40), the Marion County Lady Knights will
advance and compete in the State Tournament on Wednesday at 2:30pm
EST at the Diddle Arena in Bowling Green.
Lebanon Police Report Vehicle Fire (March 6th)
A vehicle fire was reported at #3 Howard Avenue, Sunday
evening at 6:37pm, with members of the Lebanon Police and Fire
Departments responding.
Upon arriving on the scene, Officer Daniel Forbis reported that it
appeared the fire was out, however, the Lebanon Fire Department
continued enroute, arriving at the location at 6:46pm. The scene was
cleared at 6:53pm.
Lebanon Police Report Grass and Brush Fires
(March 6th)
Members
of the Lebanon Fire Department responded to an out-of-control grass
fire Saturday afternoon at 5:49pm. An outdoor storage building,
located near a barn, was damaged by the blaze, which occurred at 470
Probus Lane.
Firemen cleared the scene at 6:29pm.
The
Raywick Fired Department responded to a brush fire Friday afternoon
at 1:53pm at 70 Robert Lee Road in Raywick. The scene was cleared at
2:58pm.
Lebanon Police
Report Accident (March 6th)
An
injury accident was reported on Miller Pike Friday night at
9:34pm.
Responding were the Marion County Ambulance Service, Marion County
Rescue, the Lebanon Fire Department and the Marion County Sheriff's
office. The scene was cleared at 10:09pm.
Lebanon Police Report Arrests (March 6th)
Tabatha Lyn
Dailey, of Horse Cave, was arrested on March 4th on charges of theft
by unlawful taking under $500 "shoplifting". Merchandise,
valued at $136.65, was recovered and retained by Wal-Mart.
Peggy Sue Heiston, of Lebanon, was arrested on March 5th, on
charges of two Marion County warrants for theft by deception and a
Washington County Warrant for theft by deception.
Mid South Conference (March 5th)
AM1590 WLBN will have coverage of the Mid South Conference
tourney with St.
Catharine College Patriots.
No. 4-seed St.
Catharine College (20-10, 8-6) and No. 5-seed Pikeville
College (21-8, 8-6) plays at Noon Friday. The two teams
split during the regular season.
St. Catharine and Pikeville tied for fourth in the conference
standings with an 8-6 record. The Patriots were awarded the fourth
seed after defeating Campbellsville -- the regular season champ --
during the season. Pikeville lost both meetings with Campbellsville.
AM 1590 WLBN will have coverage of St. Catharine mens basketball
at the Mid South Conference tourney in Frankfort starting Friday at
Noon with coverage also online at 1590wlbn.com.
The men's team won 62 - 60.
They will play Campbellsville University tomorrow at 2 o'clock,
which will be covered by FM 100.9 WLSKl.
Marion County Lady Knights
(March 5th)
The Marion County Lady Knights will go up against Green County
tonight in the semi-finals of the 5th Region Girls Basketball
Tournament being played at Hart County. The Knight Crew will
call the game with pre-game starting at 5:45 and tip-off at 6:00
p.m.
The other semi-final game at 8 o'clock features Nelson County and
Elizabethtown. The girls championship game will be played at
7:00 p.m. Saturday night.
Lebanon Police Department Media Release (March
5th)
The Gravel Switch Fire Department responded to a brush fire
at a cell phone tower on the Danville Highway at the Marion/Boyle
County line Thursday afternoon at 5:57 p.m. The scene was
cleared at 6:25 p.m.
LPD is investigating a case of theft by unlawful taking on
Old Springfield Road on March 3rd. The items stolen were 11
automobile batteries at a value of $825.00.
The LPD is investigating a case of theft by unlawful taking at
Wal-Mart Parking Lot on March 2nd. The items stolen were a
purse, an assortment of prescription medicines, and credit cards
with a total value of $400.
Kentucky Jobless Rate at 26-year High
(March 5th)
Kentucky's jobless rate is out for last year, and it doesn't
look good.
Kentucky's annual unemployment rate for 2009 jumped to a 26-year
high of 10.5 percent. That's the highest annual rate since 1983 when
it was 11.3 percent. The 2008 rate was 6.6 percent.
The Kentucky Education and Workforce Development Cabinet announced
the rate Thursday. Spokeswoman Kim Brannock says Kentucky tied with
Florida and Tennessee for the 8th highest unemployment rate for
2009.
The U.S. unemployment rate climbed to 9.3 percent in 2009, also
making it the highest annual U.S. unemployment rate since 1983, when
it was 9.6 percent.
Teen Alcohol and Pot Use Dropping
(March 5th)
Kentucky is bucking a national trend when it comes to teen alcohol
and marijuana use.
A recent study from The Partnership for a Drug-Free America shows
alcohol and pot use among teens is on the rise throughout the
country. But Van Ingram with the Kentucky Office of Drug Control
Policy says Kentucky has seen a decline in usage over the past six
years. Ingram attributes the decline to better policy enforcement
and education about the dangers of drugs and alcohol.
Ingram says Kentucky isn't without its share of drug problems. Adult
alcohol and marijuana use is as bad or worse than most other states.
Kentucky
State
News Release (March
4th)
During
the month of February, 2010, there were 39 traffic accidents
investigated by the State Police working in the Post 15 area in the
11 counties of Adair, Casey, Clinton, Cumberland, Green, Marion,
Metcalfe, Monroe, Russell, Taylor and Washington.
There were two fatalities during the month of February:
FIELDS, WILLIAM; Age 45, of
Greensburg
,
Kentucky
, was killed in Taylor Co. on 02/15/2010.
RODRIGUEZ, JOSE; Age 30, of
Lebanon
,
Kentucky
, was killed in Marion Co. on 02/15/2010.
This brings our yearly fatality count to 3 compared with 9 through
this same period in 2009.
State wide fatality count stands at 92 compared with 117 through
this same period in 2009.
During the month of February, 2010, there were 797 citations
written, 164 courtesy notices written, 827 vehicles inspected, 674
complaints answered, 87 motorists assisted, 78 criminal cases opened
and 216 criminal arrests made.
5th
Annual Heart of
Kentucky
Antique & Craft Fair March 6 - 7 (March 4th)
Antique
and craft dealers come from all over the state and beyond to create
a shopping and viewing delight the first weekend in March. It's
nothing short of, well, an extravaganza! The show is set in the
Centre Square
Convention Center in downtown Lebanon
and is about 100 steps away from excellent dining and entertainment.
This show covers all the bases from baskets to birdhouses and
furniture to fine china. Exhibits are open Saturday and Sunday and
admission is only $3 for adults. Children 12 and under get in free
and all proceeds from the gate and concessions go to the American
Cancer Society.
Organizers also give two exhibitor awards – Best of Show
Antiques and Best of Show Crafts – and there are concessions and
bathrooms. Children can even have their photos made with the
Easter Bunny!
For more information, contact Suzi O’Daniel at leoodaniel@windstream.net
or 270.692.6397 or Lisa Sandusky at lisa_sandusky@kyfbins.com
or 270.692.4613.
2010
Schedule: Fri., March 5 - Noon-7
p.m; Sat., March 6 - 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., March 7 -
11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Lebanon Police Department Media Release (March 4th)
LPD is investigating a case of theft by unlawful taking at
Circle K Parking Lot on March 1st. The items stolen were a
snake skin purse at $25.00 value, a spider cell phone at $100.00
value, and $7.00 in cash.
The LPD is investigating a case of shoplifting reported on March
2nd. The merchandise was recovered and retained by the victim
located on
Campbellsville Highway
. The merchandise valued $70.82.
The LPD is investigating a case of shoplifting reported on March
2nd. The merchandise was recovered and retained by the victim
located on
Campbellsville Highway
. The merchandise valued $17.24.
Census
Testing Information (March 4th)
The hiring selection process for the 2010 Census will begin in
mid-March. Testing in Marion/Washington County will end soon.
Get qualified before it is too late. Call 1-866-861-2010 today
to get scheduled. There are no test sessions scheduled past
Saturday March 6 for
Washington
County
. There are no test sessions scheduled past Saturday March 13
for
Marion
County
. Call TODAY before it is too late to test in your county!
1-866-861-2010.
Seven
Deaths on Roadways Last Week
(March 3rd)
Kentucky State Police say that
twelve people died in twelve separate crashes on Kentucky roadways from
Monday, February 22 through Sunday, February 28, 2010.
Six of the crashes involved motor vehicles and four of those victims
were not wearing seat belts. A crash in Pike
county involved the suspected use of alcohol.
Drugs, alcohol, and speed are suspected factors in an
accident in Hardin County.
One pedestrian
involved crash occurred in Jefferson county.
92 people have lost their lives on Kentucky roadways during
2010. This is 25 fewer fatalities than
reported for the same time period in 2009. There
were 82 motor
vehicle fatalities and 45 of those victims were not wearing
seat belts. Nine pedestrians have been killed.
Ten crashes involved a commercial
motor vehicle. One crash involved a scooter. A
total of 23 fatalities have resulted from crashes involving the
suspected use of alcohol.
Citizens can contribute to highway safety by reporting erratic
drivers to the Kentucky
State Police toll-free at 1-800-222-5555.
Callers will remain anonymous and should give a description of the
vehicle, location, direction of travel and license number if
possible.
Marion
County Artist to Exhibit at Kentucky Crafted: The Market in
Louisville (March
3rd)
Jama
Watts, a longtime resident
of Marion
County is preparing to exhibit at Kentucky Crafted: The
Market at the Kentucky
Exposition Center in Louisville, March
6-7, 2010.
Kentucky Crafted: The Market offers shoppers a wide variety
of original work, from paintings and mixed-media art to jewelry,
bath and beauty products, clothing, fashion accessories, dolls, toys
and games, home décor, objets d'art, furniture and garden
sculpture. The show also features books, CDs by Kentucky
musicians, DVDs by Kentucky filmmakers and delectable foods by
Kentucky Proud food producers.
The theme of this year's market is ART FULL LIFE, and each day
offers a full schedule of arts
activities and performances. With two stages for musical
performances and interactive
programs, a children's activity area and a film
screening room, there is something for everyone.
Jama
has been invited to participate in the show to
market her collection of bead-woven jewelry after meeting the
criteria established by the Kentucky Arts Council's Kentucky Crafted
program. Jama is participating in this exciting market for the first
time.
The award-winning arts marketplace will be open March
6-7, 2010, at the Kentucky
Exposition Center, South Wing B, Louisville, Ky.
Open to the Public:
Saturday,
March 6, 2010, 9 a.m. 6 p.m.
Sunday,
March 7, 2010, 10 a.m. 5
p.m.
Admission is $8 for adults. Children 15 and under free. Get $3
off admission with coupon from www.kycraft.ky.gov.
Parking at Kentucky Exposition Center is $6.
Lebanon Police Department Media Release (March
3rd)
LPD is investigating a case of criminal possession of a
forged instrument in the first degree at West Main Street on
February 22nd. The value of the forged check: $345.17.
The LPD is investigating a case of shoplifting reported on February
on 27th. The merchandise was recovered and retained by the
victim located on Campbellsville Highway. The merchandise
valued $13.88.
The LPD is investigating a case of shoplifting reported on February
on 27th. The merchandise was recovered and retained by the
victim located on Campbellsville Highway. The merchandise
valued $30.84.
National
Weather Service Issues Tornado Drill (March
2nd)
Marion County Emergency Management --- Tuesday, March 2nd at
approximately 10:07 AM, as part of the Severe Storms Preparedness
Month activities, our partner the National Weather Service will
conduct a tornado test will activate NOAA Weather Radios, and
broadcast media, allowing schools, businesses and citizens across
the Commonwealth to participate in the annual tornado safety
drill. According to Chris Allen, Chairman of the Kentucky
Weather Preparedness Committee, "This is great news. The
only way to effectively test the EAS, as well as the thousands of
weather radios that are in homes, schools, and businesses in the
state, is to conduct the drill using the "hot" code."
Lebanon
Police Department Media Release (March 2nd)
LPD is investigating a burglary on East Chandler Street on
February 24th. Some of the items taken were a X-BOX 360 video
game console with a game and remote, laptop computer, and
software. The total value of the stolen items
$1,199.98.
The LPD is investigating a case of criminal mischief third reported
on February on 27th. A 1999 Chevrolet pickup truck was damaged
on West Walnut Street. The damage estimated a value of $300.
Marion Adjustment Center Warden Leaving (March
2nd)
Warden Arvil Chapman will be leaving the Marion Adjustment Center this week
to serve in the same capacity at the company's Kit Carson
Correctional Center in Colorado. Chapman has been the warden
at Marion Adjustment Center since March 2006.
With Chapman's new assignment, a process is now underway to identify
and assign a warden at the Marion Adjustment Center. An announcement
will be made following the completion of that process.
Lady Knights Win First Game (March
2nd)
Lady Knights won over North Hardin last night with a final
score of 59-38. Makayla Epps named player of the game.
KSP
Investigating Injury Collision (March
1st)
Trooper John
Adam is investigating a collision that occurred Saturday at 12
am EST on KY 52 1 mile east of St Francis. Christopher
Blandford age 36 of St.
Francis was operating a 1995 Buick when he failed to
negotiate a curve slid off the roadway and overturned several times.
Seat belts were not in use. Blandford and a passenger, Cathy Nalley
age 38 of Loretto, fled the scene. They were later picked up
by Marion County Ems and transported to Springview
Hospital. Blandford
was charged with leaving the scene of an accident, DUI 1st
aggravated circumstances, and possession of an open alcoholic
beverage in motor vehicle where prohibited. Trooper Adams was
assisted at the scene by Trooper Coyt, and Marion
County Ems and Rescue.
Tornado
Drill (March 1st)
Marion
County Emergency Management Tuesday,
March 2nd at approximately 10:07
AM EST, as a part of the Severe Storms Preparedness Month
activities, our partner the National
Weather Service will conduct a tornado test that will
activate NOAA
Weather Radios, and broadcast media, allowing schools, businesses
and citizens across the Commonwealth to participate in the annual
tornado safety drill.
Lady Knights Advance To Regional Play (March 1st)
The Marion County Lady Knights are District Champions again,
beating Adair County Friday
night to earn a trip to the 5th Region Tournament next
week at Hart County.
Monday
night it's Green
County vs. Bardstown
at 6
P.M. , followed by Marion
County vs. North Hardin, which you will hear on 100.9 MIKE
FM, with the pre-game starting at 7:45
PM, and tip-off set for 8 P.M.
Tuesday night, Nelson County meets Hart County at 6 P.M., followed
by Elizabethtown vs. Adair County at 8
P.M.
Semi Finals will be Friday
night at 6 P.M. and 8 P.M., and the Championship game
is Saturday
night at 8 P.M.
Heres the draw for the Boys Fifth Region tourney at Nelson
County High School
March
3 -Wednesday 6 PM C-ville vs
Green
8
PM E-town vs Nelson
March
4- Thursday 6 PM North vs
B-town
8 PM Larue vs Taylor
March
7 - Sunday 2:45 & 5:45
March 9 -Final Tuesday
night
Knights Recognized (March 1st)
Following the tournament championship game,
four members of the Marion County Knights were recognized for their
accomplishments during the season and post-season. Senior
Austin Spalding was named to both the district All-Season and
All-Tournament teams, and was joined on the All-Tournament team by
senior Josh Reed. Junior guard Kendrick Knopp had been named
to the district All-Season Team earlier in the week as was junior
Josh Brockman to the district All-Academic Team.
Medicare, Medicaid Payments To Doctors Slashed (March 1st)
A 21-percent cut in Medicare and Medicaid payouts to doctors takes
effect today and could end up drastically affecting seniors and
military patients. According to the American
Medical Association, the cuts could prompt physicians to
limit the number of Medicare patients, or they could simply be
dropped from the program. On
Friday the Senate failed to repeal a measure that would slash
Medicare and Medicaid payments to doctors and to military members on
the government's TRICARE program. The Centers
for Medicare and Medicaid Services says it will delay
processing of claims for the first ten days of March in order to
allow Congress more time to debate the issue. Last Thursday
the U.S. House of Representatives approved a temporary extension to
delay the cuts by 30 days, but Kentucky
Republican Senator Jim Bunning blocked the extension in a
Senate vote. The 21-percent cut in payments is the largest
ever for Medicare. Two years ago payments were cut
ten-percent, but that was later stopped by Congress soon after it
went into affect.
Senator
McConnell: No Republicans Will Vote For Healthcare
Reform (March 1st)
The top Republican in the U.S.
Senate says not a single member of his party will vote for healthcare
reform in the Senate. Mitch
McConnell of Kentucky told CNN's "State
of the Union" his caucus remains opposed to the
legislation as it's been put forward. The Senate Minority
Leader again called for Congress and the White House to toss out
what has been done so far and "start over." McConnell said
last week's televised healthcare summit with leaders of both parties
was good for the GOP
because, quote, "it certainly refuted the notion that
Republicans are not interested in this subject and not knowledgeable
about and don't have alternatives."
Wildcats Fall To Tennessee
For Second Season Loss (March 1st)
Despite rolling to a nearly 20-point lead, the UK Wildcats were
handed the team's second loss of the season over the weekend.
Tennessee turned the tide in the last two minutes of the game to
give the Volunteers a 74-65 win. Kentucky was only able to
sink two of the team's 22 attempts from beyond the three-point line.
The Cats fall to 26-2 on the season, and will try to get back in the
win column Wednesday at Georgia.
Senator Kyl
Believes Unemployment
Extension Will Pass (March 1st)
A temporary extension of federal
unemployment benefits was blocked by one Republican Senator
at the end of last week, but another GOP senator believes it will
ultimately pass. Arizona
Senator Jon Kyl told "Fox
News Sunday" the reason Kentucky's
Jim Bunning blocked the temporary extension was because the
bill was not paid for. Kyl said Congress just passed what's
called "pay-go" laws, which require Congress to offset
spending or find other savings if money is spent. He said it
was wrong to exempt the extension of unemployment
benefits from that new law. Kyl predicted the temporary
extension will ultimately pass, but he's unsure of the prospects for
a longer-term jobless benefit package. Unemployment stands at
nine-point-seven-percent.
LPD Investigating Single-Vehicle Accident (Feb.
26)
Lebanon Police are reporting a single vehicle injury
accident that was reported at 3:21pm Thursday afternoon at 215
Taylor Avenue in Lebanon.
Departments responding included the Lebanon Police Department, the
Marion County Ambulance Service, Air Evac, and the Public Works
Department. Utility companies that also responded to the scene
included Kentucky Utilities, the phone company and Time Warner Cable
TV.
The roadway was closed to traffic until 7:49pm.
Lebanon
Police Make Arrest In Theft (Feb. 26)
LPD arrested James Cameron Logson, of Springfield, on Feb.
24th on charges of Theft by unlawful taking under $500
"shoplifting". $35.67 in merchandise was recovered and
retained by Wal-Mart.
Springfield-Washington
Co. Chamber Membership and Awards (Feb. 26)
The Springfield-Washington County Chamber Annual
Membership and Awards Banquet was held last night.
Dr. Thelma White of the Kentucky Community and Technical College
System announced the grand opening of the Springfield Campus will be
held May 6th.
The Youth Leadership Award went to Charlotte Campbell, the Citizen
of the Year Award Went to Steve Hale, the Lifetime Achievement Award
went to Joan Hamilton, the Sidewalk of Fame Award went to Jane
Lyvers for her work with the Harvest Festival and the Agricultural
Leader of the Year went to Taylor Spalding.
Toyota
Plant To Shut Down Today (Feb. 26)
The assembly lines
at Georgetown's Toyota plant will fall silent today. The
embattled automaker says it's shutting down the lines for the day in
order to reduce inventory following sluggish sales. The sales
slump is being blamed for recent recall problems. Toyota
President Akio Toyoda paid the plant a visit yesterday
following testimony on Capitol Hill the day before. He
accepted full responsibility for safety issues involving Toyota
vehicles during three hours of testimony before Congress.
Later, an emotional Toyoda spoke to U.S. Toyota dealers at the National
Press Club in Washington, DC. He told them the company
is "at a crossroads," adding, quote, "we need to
rethink everything about our operation."
Magic Johnson
Joins In Push For Increasing School Dropout Age (Feb.
26)
Basketball icon
Earvin "Magic" Johnson was in Frankfort, Kentucky
yesterday to join in the push for increasing Kentucky's high
school dropout age from 16 to 18. Johnson joined
Governor and First
Lady Beshear on-stage at a press conference about dropout
prevention legislation. The legislation is the work of
Jane Beshear and her Graduate Kentucky initiative. Johnson
later joined Governor Beshear at Rupp
Arena in Lexington to watch the Kentucky
Wildcats take on South
Carolina.
Kentucky House Panel Dismisses Abortion Ultrasound Bill (Feb.
26)
A controversial Kentucky bill that would have forced abortion
doctors to perform an ultrasound and offer the mother a chance to
view her baby has died at the hands of a state
House subcommittee. The bill would have also required
women wanting an abortion to meet face to face with a doctor 24
hours before the procedure was performed. Current law allows
that consultation to be done by phone. Senate Bill 38 was shot
down in the Health and Welfare Committee by a vote of 7-to-7.
Closings and Cancellations/Schedule Changes
(Feb. 25)
CANCELLED : MARION
COUNTY SCHOOLS, WASHINGTON COUNTY SCHOOLS, NELSON, and CASEY COUNTIES
1 HOUR DELAY : TAYLOR COUNTY
2 HOUR DELAY : BARDSTOWN CITY SCHOOLS
* LEBANON AND BRADFORDSVILLE SENIOR CITIZEN'S CENTERS CLOSED TODAY.
* MARION COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY WILL OPEN AT 10:30AM THIS MORNING AND
ALL OF THE REGULARLY SCHEDULED PROGRAMS ARE CANCELLED FOR TODAY.
* ALL MID-KY MIDDLE SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL GAMES FOR MARION, WASHINGTON
AND NELSON COUNTIES ARE CANCELLED TODAY.
Lebanon
Police Investigating Theft (Feb. 25)
LPD is investigating the theft of a diamond journey
necklace, valued at $800, from Cyril Circle. The theft was reported
on Feb. 18th.
LPD Make Arrest in Criminal
Mischief Case (Feb. 25)
Lebanon Police arrested Miguel Andres, of Lebanon, on Feb.
20th on charges of criminal mischief 1st. $2191 worth of damage
occurred to a vehicle while it was parked on West Main Street.
MC
Knights Lose to Campbellsville (Feb. 25)
The Knights played an almost
perfect first half, shooting 67% from the floor. But they couldn't
keep up the pace in the second half as Campbellsville's size proved
to be the difference in the 75-59 (MC) final score.
More Coyotes In Kentucky (Feb. 25)
The human population grows everyday in the Bluegrass State, but
there's another population expansion creating concern among wildlife
experts and residents. WHAS
News reports there is an increasing presence of coyotes in
urban and rural areas and they are not above eating a house cat or
small dog. Coyotes have been seen in every county of the
state, and many residents have lost pets to the aggressive
predators. Wildlife specialist Jim Strader says they are more
prevalent than people realize.
Lebanon
Police Department Reports (Feb. 24)
LPD are investigating an injury accident that occurred at
1125 Loretto Road Monday afternoon at 4:31pm. Marion County
Ambulance and Marion County Rescue responded. The scene was cleared
at 5:553pm.
LPD is investigating a case of theft by unlawful taking
over $500 "auto". A 1999 International Truck with a dual
Wheel Trailer loaded with a blue 1997 New Holland 7740 Tractor with
loader, total value of $60,000 was reported stolen yesterday from
Lawson Tractor and Implement. The truck and trailer were recovered
in Holy Cross yesterday. The total value recovered was $28,000 of
the $60,000 reported stolen.
Plane Crash Pilot Identified
(Feb.
24)
Kentucky State Police
report a Springfield man died in a plane
crash near Lebanon/Springfield Airport in Washington County.
Forty-year-old Kent
Douglas Shilling was flying solo in his single-engine Piper
Cherokee when it went down yesterday about four miles north
of Lebanon off Kentucky-55. Shilling
was returning from Alabama. National
Transportation Safety Board investigators will be at the
scene today to examine the cause of the accident. The medical
examiner will perform an autopsy this afternoon.
Rally Urges Payday
Loan Limits (Feb.
24)
A House proposal limiting interest rates on payday
loans is on the table as supporters gathered in the capitol
rotunda yesterday. House Bill 381 would limit the
annual rate payday
loan stores could charge to 36 percent. The measure is
sponsored by Representative Darryl Owens, a Louisville Democrat, who
claims Ohio
recently capped payday
loan rates at 28 percent. Payday loan supporters say
the industry provides a valuable service for low-income workers.
State House Targets
EPA (Feb.
24)
Members in the Kentucky House have urged Congress to stop the Environmental
Protection Agency from managing greenhouse
gas emissions. WDRB News reports a resolution was
approved 76-to-16 yesterday asking Capitol Hill to adopt a balanced
approach to regulating the Clean
Air Act without harming the economy. Using fossil fuels
in the Bluegrass State is known to contribute to greenhouse gas
emissions. Democratic Representative Jim Gooch believes EPS
enforcement would increase utility rates
Lebanon
Police Department Reports (Feb. 23)
LPD are investigating a case of theft by unlawful taking
over $500 "auto". A 2003 light tan Lincoln Town car,
valued at $4000 was reported stolen on the 18th, and was recovered
on Fairground Road later that day.
LPD are investigating a case of burglary 2nd that occurred on the
21st on Linda Avenue. Damage occurred to the door of the residence.
LPD are investigating the theft of a credit card.
LPD arrested Eugene Howard Owens, of Lebanon, on the 21st for
possession of a handgun by a convicted felon.
KSP
Report 12 Deaths on KY Roads Last Week (Feb. 23)
KSP report that twelve people died in twelve separate
crashes on
Kentucky
roadways from Monday, February 15 through Sunday, February 21,
2010.
All of the crashes involved motor vehicles and four of those victims
were not wearing seat belts. The seat belt status of 3 victims is
unknown at this time. Single-fatality crashes occurred in
Bell
, Carter, Christian, Clark, Fayette,
Hopkins
,
Madison
, Marion,
McCracken
,
Ohio
, Pulaski and
Warren
counties.
The suspected use of alcohol was a factor in four crashes
(Christian, Hopkins, McCracken and
Ohio
counties).
Through February 21, 82
people have lost their lives on
Kentucky
roadways during 2010. This is 16 fewer fatalities than
reported for the same time period in 2009. There
were 74 motor vehicle fatalities and 40 of those victims were
not wearing seat belts. Seven pedestrians have been killed.
Ten crashes involved a commercial motor vehicle. One crash involved
a scooter. A total of 18 fatalities have resulted from
crashes involving the suspected use of alcohol.
Kentucky Seeks To Force Six
Flags To Leave Rides Alone
(Feb. 23)
Officials in Kentucky want to make sure that rides at Kentucky
Kingdom stay put. Operator Six
Flags has filed for bankruptcy, and is seeking to close the
park. When Six Flags showed up with trucks to remove the
rides, legal wheels began spinning. The state filed a motion
last week claiming that the rides are part of the landscape of the
city, and that Louisville
owns the rides. City officials also say that they have several
operators interested in taking over the operations at Kentucky
Kingdom. The matter will be mediated during an April court
date.
Toyota Receives Federal Subpoena For Recall Documents
(Feb. 23)
Toyota says it has received a federal
grand jury subpoena for documents connected to a recall over
unintended acceleration and braking. The recall affects
millions of cars, including those made in Kentucky. Toyota
says it received the subpoena from the attorney's office for the southern
district of New York on February 8th. It has also
received a request for documents from the SEC. Toyota says it
intends to cooperate with investigators. Last week, Toyota
president Akio
Toyoda said he'd testify before a U.S. House committee on the
recall issue.
Basketball
Action Coming Up (Feb. 23)
*ALL
GAMES WEATHER PERMITTING*
This years 19th District will be held at Bethlehem
High School. All games will be on 102.7 FM and online at 1027WYSB.com
Tuesday
night Fed. 23rd it will be a girls doubleheader to open up
the 19th district tourney. Game 1 will be at 6
P.M. and feature the #1 seed Nelson County vs #4 seed
Bethlehem. Game 2 will tipoff at 7:45
and have #2 seed Bardstown taking on #3 seed Washington County. The
girls 19th District championship game will be Friday
night Feb. 26th at 7 P.M.
Wednesday
night Feb. 24th the boys 19th district gets underway as #1
seed Nelson County will face #4 seed Washington County. Tipoff set
for 7 P.M.
Thursday night Feb. 25th boys action continues in the 19th District
as #2 seed Bardstown will face #3 seed Bethlehem. Tipoff set for 7
P.M.
Boys Championship game will be on
Saturday night Feb. 27th with tipoff at 7
PM. All games at Bethlehem High School and can be heard on
102.7 FM and http://www.1027wysb.com.
**********************************************************
100.9 Mike F.M. will cover Marion
County in the 20th district. The Knight crew will have
the action on 100.9 Mike FM and online at lebanonmike.com
Tuesday night the Marion County Lady Knights face Campbellsville.
Tip-off is set for 6 P.M.
Girls Championship game will be Friday
night with a tipoff of 7:30
PM
Marion County Knights will be in action on
Wednesday night at 7:30 as they face Campbellsville..
Boys Championship game will be Saturday
night at 7:30. All games will be played at
Campbellsville High
School.
Accident
Reported Saturday Afternoon
(Feb. 22)
An
injury accident occurred Saturday afternoon at 12:58pm on the
Campbellsville Highway in Lebanon. Responding to the scene were
members of the Marion County Ambulance Service and the Lebanon
Police Department. The scene was cleared at 1:48pm.
Arrests
Made (Feb. 22)
Lebanon Police cited a juvenile on Feb. 18th, on charges of
possession of marijuana at Marion County High School.
LPD arrested Bobby Lee Grayson, of Lebanon, on the 19th, on charges
of theft by unlawful taking under $500 "shoplifting".
$28.84 worth of merchandise was recovered and retained by Walmart.
A juvenile was cited on the 19th on charges of theft by unlawful
taking under $500 "shoplifting". $26.47 worth of
merchandise was recovered and retained by Walmart.
Number Of Uninsured Soaring
In Kentucky
(Feb. 22)
Researchers report one-third of adults below Medicare age in the
Bluegrass State have no health
insurance. The recession and soaring unemployment are
being blamed. Susan Zepeda, executive director of the
Foundation for a Healthy Kentucky,
said the results underscore reform efforts that must consider the
unemployed and those who can't buy insurance at their jobs. In
2007, Medicaid enrolled an average of 588 new recipients each month,
but now that figure has risen to 34-hundred every month.
Man Accused Of Drug
Trafficking
(Feb. 22)
George D. Whitehead Junior has been booked for trafficking cocaine
within a thousand yards of a school campus.
Thirty-two-year-old Whitehead was arrested yesterday after Danville
police used a warrant to search his home. Two other adults at
the residence were also taken into custody but later released.
Senate GOP Leader Plans To Attend Healthcare Summit
(Feb. 22)
The Republican leader in the U.S.
Senate says he plans to attend President Obama's televised
summit on healthcare
reform on
Thursday. Senator
Mitch McConnell told "Fox
News Sunday" GOP members will be pushing Democrats and
the administration to scrap what has been passed so far and start
over on healthcare reform. The Kentucky lawmaker said it's
clear to him the American people are angry over having the current
plan jammed down their throats. McConnell said the best way to
go about reforming the health industry is to go piece by piece,
dealing with costs, junk lawsuits against doctors and hospitals, and
small association
health plans. He said plenty can be done without having
the government take over the entire system.
Check Those Powerball Tickets
(Feb. 22)
There were no jackpot-winning tickets sold in Saturday
night's Powerball lottery game, but more than 685-thousand
tickets around the country won more than five-million dollars in
prizes. Saturday's numbers were: 13-27-37-41-54 and the
Powerball was 32. The grand prize will be an estimated
76-million-dollars for Wednesday's drawing. The Saturday,
February 6th drawing produced a more than 141-million-dollar jackpot
for an Ashville, North Carolina retired firefighter. Last
month a Hopkinsville, Kentucky woman bought a Powerball ticket and
while Barbara Baker didn't win the big prize, she played the Power
Play feature, netting her a one-million-dollar prize.
Accident
Reported Thursday Morning
(Feb. 19)
A
possible injury accident was reported Thursday morning at 10:10am on
Hourigan Lane in eastern Marion County.
Responding were members of the Marion County Sheriff's Office, the
Marion County Ambulance Service and the Marion County Rescue.
Upon arriving, officials found there were no injuries with the scene
being cleared at 11:03am.
Marion
County Fiscal Court (Feb. 19)
During department reports, it was noted that the county is
out of Road salt, however three loads are promised to be here
today.
The Court approved the Escrow and Disbursement agreement with the
Marion County Board of Education for LGEA funds for the Area Tech
Center.
Proposal Would Cut Two
School Days, University Funds (Feb.
19)
Legislators in Frankfort are proposing cuts to university funding
and the shortening of the public school year by two days. If
approved, money to universities would be cut two-percent for each of
the next two years, saving a total of 20-million dollars.
Shaving two days from the public school year would save about
68-million dollars over the next couple of years. Both moves
are being proposed in an effort to narrow the state's huge budget
deficit, projected to be about one-point-five-billion dollars
through 2012.
Senate Committee Approves Bible Teaching Guidelines (Feb.
19)
A bill providing guidelines for teaching the Bible in public schools
has unanimously been approved with the Senate Education Committee.
Courses on the book would be set aside as elective social
studies classes. The bill has massive support, but some
legislators have warned teachers must get instruction on how to
teach those classes should the bill be approved. The
"Herald-Leader" quotes one senator who warned teachers
must not preach, but teach.
Nunn Hearing Delayed (Feb.
19)
A hearing for Steve
Nunn has been delayed due to car trouble by one of his
attorneys. The former state
representative is accused of gunning down his ex-fiance on
September 11th of last year. The proceedings were set to
discuss evidence in the case. Nunn has pleaded not guilty to
murder charges in the case. He was later found in a graveyard,
and had a brief standoff with police.
Lexington Children's Theater Wins Big (Feb.
19)
The Lexington Children's Theatre came up big in a Facebook
competition, winning 25-thousand-dollars. The prize from the
Chase's Community Giving contest was for coming in the top 100 via
voting on the social networking site. The group was sent on to
compete for the top prize of one-million-dollars, which was
eventually won by an anti-child slavery organization in Africa.
Closings/Cancellations/Schedule
Changes (Feb. 18)
*
Washington County schools on 1 hour delay
Citizen's
National Bank Announces Additions to Board of Directors (Feb. 18)
Michelle B. Farmer and James P. "Jim" Reed, Jr.
are the newest members to join the bank's Board of Directors.
About 25-Hundred Humana
Workers Face Losing Their Jobs (Feb.
18)
Humana employees got some disheartening news on
Wednesday, as the company announced that 25-hundred workers
will lose their jobs nationwide. That includes more than 750
workers in Louisville. The cuts come despite Humana's
mind-boggling numbers for 2009, when the company made a profit
exceeding one-billion dollars. Humana executives claim the
cuts are necessary because of dwindling membership and the chance
that health care
reform might be adopted by Congress. Humana's
Louisville workforce will drop to just over 92-hundred.
House Backs Bill to Expand Domestic
Violence Orders (Feb.
18)
In a move aimed at protecting singles, the House has unanimously
approved a bill that broadens the legal definition of domestic
violence. Current law validates domestic
violence court orders only for couples who are married or
divorced, or who have cohabitated or have children together.
The bill now moves to the Senate, and if approved, would make Kentucky
the 40th state in the nation to adopt legislation designed to
protect people in dating relationships. House Bill 189 is
sponsored by Democratic Representative Jimmie Lee of Elizabethtown.
Kentucky And Indiana
Get 20-Million For Bridge Replacement (Feb.
18)
The feds are giving Kentucky and Indiana 20-million dollars to go
towards the replacement of the Milton-Madison bridge. The
announcement came Wednesday from the U.S. Department of
Transportation. The bridge is upriver from Louisville,
and the two states had filed for 95-million dollars to go towards
the project. Experts say the Milton-Madison bridge will be
functional for less than ten years. It began service in 1929,
and handles nearly eleven-thousand vehicles daily.
Woes Continue For Toyota (Feb.
18)
The woes continue for Toyota. The recently troubled automaker
has announced it could be on the verge of another recall. The
news comes after it was revealed yesterday that production would
temporarily shut down at the Georgetown facility on
February 26th. The Japanese company's president
confirmed yesterday his company is considering a recall of its
popular, subcompact Corolla following customer
complaints of power steering problems. The world's largest
carmaker is already scrambling to manage the recall of
eight-and-a-half million vehicles.
Beshear Looking For Budget Ideas (Feb.
18)
Governor
Steve Beshear is asking state employees for their ideas on
how to save money. His office sent out an email yesterday to
all state employees as a part of the "Smart Government"
initiative the state kicked off last month. Beshear says
employee feedback is critical to the program, which is designed to
preserve jobs. If an idea is implemented, that employee may be
eligible for compensation.
Closings
and Cancellations (Feb. 17)
*CANCELLED: MARION
COUNTY SCHOOLS, WASHINGTON COUNTY SCHOOLS, NELSON and
TAYLOR COUNTY
LARUE ON 1 HOUR DELAY
*THE LEBANON SENIOR CITIZEN'S
CENTERS ARE CLOSED TODAY.
* TEMPLE BAPTIST IN SPRINGFIELD IS CANCELLING THE
WEDNESDAY EVENING SERVICES.
*
MARION COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY WILL BE OPEN TODAY
FROM 10:30AM - 4PM. MARION COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY CLOSED TODAY
- THE MCPL WANTS YOU TO BE SAFE - YOU
CAN CALL TO RENEW YOUR ITEMS, OR RENEW THEM ONLINE. PLUS, THE MCPL FORGIVES
FINES ON DAYS WHERE THE WEATHER CHANGES THEIR SCHEDULE!- TODDLER TALES, BOOK
BUDDIES AND GRADUATED LICENSE PROGRAMS ARE CANCELLED AT THE MC
PUBLIC LIBRARY.
NEW
BEGINNING'S CHURCH SERVICE IS CANCELLED TONIGHT.
KSP Investigate Accident (Feb.
17) Trooper
Nathan Rhodes is investigating a collision that occurred on Spencer
Hamilton Rd 10 miles north of Lebanon at 8pm
est. Joshua Robbins age 20 of Loretto, was operating a 1986
Ford F-250, when he lost control of the vehicle, left the roadway
and struck a tree. Robbins refused treatmet at the scene by EMS. A
passenger Charlie McElroy of Finley was flown from the scene to U of
L Hospital for non-life threatening injuries. Robbins was belted,
however McElroy was not. Robbins was arrested and charged with
operating a motor vehicle under the influence.
Bill To Raise Dropout Age Passes House Panel
(Feb. 17)
State lawmakers are moving on a bill that would increase Kentucky's high
school dropout age from 16 to 18. The bill was passed
by the House Education Committee on
Tuesday, and now goes to the full House for approval.
If implemented, it would increase the dropout age from 16 to 17 in
2017, and to 18 in 2018. First
Lady Jane Beshear supports the measure, which she calls the
"graduation bill." Beshear added that the new law
would let kids know that once they start school, they're expected to
finish.
Toyota To Shut Down Production At Texas, Kentucky Plants
(Feb. 17)
Toyota will temporarily shut down production at its Georgetown,
Kentucky plant on
February 26th, the company's biggest assembly facility in North
America. The embattled Japanese auto maker also will
close its San Antonio plant for a week in March and a week in April.
These closures mark the second time the world's largest auto maker
has cut its North American output as it grapples with a product
safety crisis and fewer sales. Toyota's sales have declined in
the U.S., its biggest market, following the company's recalls of
more than eight-point-five-million vehicles worldwide since late
2009.
On
Monday, federal safety regulators said reported fatalities
linked to unintended acceleration in Toyota vehicles had increased
to 34. In the past three weeks, the National
Highway Traffic Safety Administration has added reports of
nine crashes since 2005 to its complaint database. Those
accidents allegedly involved 13 fatalities and ten injuries.
Toyota's president and quality chief are scheduled to hold a
briefing in Tokyo Wednesday to give a progress update on its recall
of the Prius model for a braking
system problem.
Salary Cut Proposed For Lawmakers And Judges
(Feb. 17)
Senator Kathy Stein believes state
legislators and judges should take a ten percent cut in their
salary to help the state's sagging budget. The Democratic
senator from Lexington filed Senate Resolution 141 yesterday calling
for the cuts to begin July
1st. Governor Steve
Beshear, Lieutenant
Governor Daniel
Mongiardo, and cabinet
secretaries have voluntarily taken a ten percent cut for
2010. House
Speaker Greg Stumbo said the proposal is unconstitutional
because lawmakers cannot vote for any pay cut or increase that takes
place during their elected term in office.
Closings
and Cancellations (Feb. 16)
*CANCELLED
TUESDAY: MARION
COUNTY SCHOOLS, WASHINGTON COUNTY SCHOOLS, NELSON and BARDSTOWN INDEPENDENT,
TAYLOR COUNTY, CAMPBELLSVILLE INDEPENDENT, AND LARUE
*ST. CATHARINE ON A 2 HOUR DELAY FOR BOTH
CLASSES & OFFICES
ECTC WILL OPEN AT 10:30AM
*NO MEETING FOR THE AMERICAN LEGION TONIGHT
*THE WRITTEN DRIVER'S TEST WILL BE GIVEN THIS
MORNING IN MARION COUNTY, BUT THERE WILL BE NO ROAD TESTING TODAY.
*THE LEBANON AND LORETTO SENIOR CITIZEN'S
CENTERS ARE CLOSED TODAY.
*
MARION COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY WILL BE OPEN TODAY
FROM 10:30AM - 4PM. MARION COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY CLOSED TODAY
- THE MCPL WANTS YOU TO BE SAFE - YOU
CAN CALL TO RENEW YOUR ITEMS, OR RENEW THEM ONLINE. PLUS, THE MCPL FORGIVES
FINES ON DAYS WHERE THE WEATHER CHANGES THEIR SCHEDULE!
* 4-H SHOOTING SPORTS FOR TONIGHT HAS BEEN CANCELLED AND WILL BE
RESCHEDULED FOR TUESDAY (FEB. 23) AT 6:30 AT THE MARION COUNTY
EXTENSION OFFICE.
* CALVARY ELEMENTARY SBDM MEETING AT 4PM HAS BEEN CANCELLED.
* WASHINGTON
COUNTY
VS
LARUE
COUNTY
DOUBLE HEADER SCHEDULED FOR TONIGHT HAS BEEN CANCELLED.
* THE TIMES
FOR THE
MARION
COUNTY
GIRLS GAMES VS MERCY TONIGHT HAVE BEEN MOVED UP. JV WILL
START AT 5:30PM WITH VARSITY AT 7PM.
* THE 4
DRAGON'S
MARTIAL
ARTS
ACADEMY
(IN
SPRINGFIELD
) CLASSES ARE CANCELLED TONIGHT.
*Washington
County Historical Society’s meeting scheduled for tonight,
Tuesday, February 16, 2010 at the Springfield Opera House has
been cancelled. It
has been rescheduled for Tuesday, March 16 at 7 p.m. at the Opera
House. All interested
persons are urged to attend.
* TEMPLE BAPTIST IN SPRINGFIELD IS CANCELLING THE
WEDNESDAY EVENING SERVICES.
*CENSUS
TESTING WILL STILL BE HELD TODAY AND TONIGHT AS SCHEDULED.
KSP Investigate Accident (Feb. 16)
Trooper John Adams investigated a collision that occurred at
4:20
p.m., 2 miles west of Lebanon, on St. Rose Road. Robert
Mitchell, 42 years of age, of Lebanon, was operating a 2003
Dodge. A passenger in the Mitchell vehicle, 1
year old Madison Odessa, also of Lebanon, was transported by private
vehicle to Spring View, where she was treated and released.
Mitchell was eastbound on St. Rose Road, slid off the roadway and
struck a tree. Mitchell, which was not injured, was belted,
and Odessa was in a child restraint.
Fatal Accident on Popes Creek Road (Feb. 16)
Trooper Brian Coyt is
investigating a Fatal Collision which occurred on February 15,
2010 at 0545a.m. 6 miles East of Lebanon on
Popes Creek Rd.
Jose Manuel Rodriguez, age 29, of Lebanon was operating a
1999 Mitzsubishi, unknown if belted, was Eastbound on Popes Creek
Road, dropped off the right shoulder of the roadway and overturned
in a creek. Rodriguez was pronounced deceased at the scene by
Marion County Deputy Coroner. An autopsy will be performed on
Tuesday in
Louisville
.
Lebanon Police Department Media Release reports they were notified
of the overturned vehicle at 2:08pm and the scene was cleared at
3:38pm.
Kentucky Scores Low In Well-Being Poll (Feb.
16)
Latest Gallup
Poll figures show Kentucky
is near the bottom in the well-being of its residents. The
only state scoring worse than the Bluegrass State was West
Virginia. Adults across the U.S. were asked to evaluate
their present life situation, emotional and physical health factors,
work environment and other health-related issues. The poll's
results are based on phone interviews done last year with more than
350-thousand adults nationwide. The highest scores were found
in Hawaii, Utah and Montana.
Government Reports Toyota Fatal
Accident Complaints Rising (Feb.
16)
Federal agencies are seeing a sudden spike in the number of fatal
accident complaints linked to Toyota vehicles. "The
Detroit News" cites the National
Highway Traffic Safety Administration in reporting the total
number of alleged deaths since the year 2000 related to claims of
unintended acceleration in Toyota vehicles has reached 34. The
increase has occurred since the automaker began recalling millions
of vehicles. A congressional committee investigating the
Toyota recalls says the 34 alleged deaths are more than all other
manufacturers combined when it comes to accidents involving
unintended acceleration.
Closings
and Cancellations (Feb. 15)
* CANCELLED
TODAY: MARION
COUNTY SCHOOLS, NELSON COUNTY SCHOOLS
(WASHINGTON COUNTY ALREADY OUT FOR PRES. DAY)
* ST. CATHARINE COLLEGE CLOSED TODAY
*CAMPBELLSVILLE UNIVERSITY IS ON THEIR SNOW SCHEDULE TODAY-2 HOUR
DELAY.
* MARION COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY CLOSED TODAY
- THE MCPL WANTS YOU TO BE SAFE - YOU
CAN CALL TO RENEW YOUR ITEMS, OR RENEW THEM ONLINE. PLUS, THE MCPL FORGIVES
FINES ON DAYS WHERE THE WEATHER CHANGES THEIR SCHEDULE!
* LEBANON AQUATIC CENTER WILL BE CLOSED TODAY.
* LORETTO BINGO IS CANCELLED FOR TONIGHT.
* THE MARION CONSERVATION SERVICES JIM CLAYPOOL ART AND WRITING
BANQUET HAS BEEN POSTPONED FOR TONIGHT. THE RESCHEDULED DATE WILL BE
ANNOUNCED LATER.
* NO RECYCLING PICKUP IN LEBANON TODAY
* DUE TO THE WEATHER, RUMPKE SANITATION IN WASHINGTON COUNTY WILL
NOT HAVE GARBAGE PICKUP TODAY.
* WILBERT PLASTIC SERVICES IN LEBANON IS CANCELLING 2ND AND
3RD SHIFT FOR TONIGHT. THE PLANT WILL REOPEN AT 7AM TOMORROW
MORNING.
* WCMS BASEBALL PRACTICE IS CANCELLED.
* FACTORY CONNECTION WILL CLOSE AT 4:30PM.
* THERE WILL BE NO LIFTING FOR THE MCHS FOOTBALL PLAYERS
TODAY.
* THE COMPASSIONATE FRIENDS SUPPORT GROUP MEETING, SCHEDULED
FOR 6:30PM TONIGHT AT CREEKSIDE, HAS BEEN CANCELLED.
*MARION AND WASHINGTON COUNTY SCHOOLS ARE
CLOSED TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 16.
Monday,
Feb. 15th,
2010 -- Presidents
Day - is a
Holiday for County
Employees--There will be
NO Sanitation / Garbage Service
on Monday – THE MONDAY
ROUTE WILL BE PICKED UP ON
TUESDAY -- ALONG WITH THE NORMAL
TUESDAY ROUTE.--CREWS WILL “DOUBLE
UP” ON TUESDAY--
SO GARBAGE MAY
RUN A LITTLE
EARLIER THAN NORMAL—PLEASE
SET YOUR GARBAGE
OUT FOR A
LITTLE EARLIER THAN
NORMAL PICK-UP.
*THE
MARION COUNTY JUDGE’S
OFFICE IN THE DAVID
R. HOURIGAN GOV. CENTER WILL BE
CLOSED ON MONDAY -
FEB. 15, 2010
FOR PRESIDENT’S DAY.
The
Marion County Clerk, Karen Spalding's office, will be closed Monday
(Feb. 15) in observance of President's Day. The Office will reopen
at 8:30am on Feb. 16th.
KSP Make Arrest After
Accident (Feb.
15)
Injury collision occurred at 3:45p.m. on KY 527, in the
limits of St Francis. Deborah Swift, age 53, of
Lebanon
, was belted, and was operating a 2003 Mitsubishi. Swift was
traveling North Bound on KY 527. Swifts vehicle left the
roadway on the right side, overcorrected, crossed into the South
Bound lane and left the roadway, striking a tree. Swift was
transported to
Spring View
Hospital
by
Marion
County
EMS
for treatment of minor injuries. Swift was charged with DUI
and cited to Marion District Court.
Trooper Brian Coyt investigated. He was assisted at the scene
by Trooper John Adams.
Marion
County
Rescue
, Loretto Fire Department. Scene was cleared at 4:16pm.
Vehicle
Fire in Bradfordsville (Feb. 15)
A vehicle fire was reported Sunday morning at 12:59am at 128
South Sixth Street in Bradfordsville. Responding to this call were
members of the Bradfordsville Fire Department and the Marion County
Sheriff's Department. The scene was cleared at 1:29am.
Greensburg
Man Arrested After Accident (Feb. 15)
Marion County Sheriff's Deputy Tim Abell has arrested a
Greensburg man following a two vehicle injury accident Friday
evening at 8:19pm on Raywick Road in Marion County.
Twenty-two year old Johnathon L. Taylor, of Greensburg, has
been charged with Operating a Motor Vehicle Under the Influence and
Wanton Endangerment.
Departments responding to the accident include the Marion County
Sheriff's Office, Marion County Ambulance Service, Marion County
Rescue, Raywick Fire Department, Bradfordsville Police Department,
and Kentucky State Police. The roadway was reported clear at
9:55pm.
Lebanon
Police Investigating Theft of TV (Feb. 15)
Lebanon Police are investigating a case of burglary in the
3rd that occurred on Feb. 9th that was reported on the 12th. A
27" Magnovox Flat Screen Television, valued at $150.
Basketball
Action Coming Up (Feb. 15)
*ALL
GAMES WEATHER PERMITTING*
2/15-
Monday night Casey County will be in action againest the
Nelson County Lady Cards in Girls action Monday
night. Jermery McClendon has the call on 102.7 WYSB and
online at www.1027wysb.com.
Tipoff is set for 7:30
with pregame at 7:20.
2/16 - Tuesday night the Marion County lady knights will host Mercy
in girls action. 100.9 Mike FM will have the action with the
Knight crew. Pre-game at 7:20
and the tip at 7:30. Onlline coverage can be heard at www.lebanonmike.com
2/16 - Washington County will have Senior night Tuesday
night at they face Larue County in a Girl Boy Doubleheader.
102.7 WYSB will have the call with Hal B. Goode. Pre-game at 5:50
and tip for the girls at 6. Online coverage can be heard at
www.1027wysb.com.
2/18 - Washington County will have a snow makeup
game on
Thursday night as Taylor County comes to Town for a Boy-girl
Doubleheader. Tune in to 102.7 WYSB for coverage with Hal B.
Goode. Pre-game at 5:50 and tip at 6. Listen online at
www.1027WYSB.com.
2/19
- Friday night action as Marion County hosts Nelson County in
girls action. Join the knight crew on 100.9 Mike Fm with
pre-game at 7:20 and the tip at 7:30. Online coverage can be
heard at www.lebanonmike.com
2/19 - Friday night action Nelson will be at Campbellsville for boys
action. 102.7 WYSB will have the action with pre-game at 7:20
and tipoff at 7:30. Online coverage can be heard at www.1027wysb.com
St.
Catharine College will be home Saturday as they host
Campbellsville in a women and mens basketball action. Pre=game
Saturday is set for 1:50 and tipoff for the women will be 2.
Men's tipoff set for 4. Broadcast coverage will be on AM1590
WLBN and online at www.1590wlbn.com.
Closings
and Cancellations (Feb. 12)
TRANSFER STATION
CLOSED THIS SATURDAY
-- IN TRIBUTE
AND HONOR OF
LONGTIME EMPLOYEE MR.
FRANKIE MATTINGLY.Normally
the Marion County
Transfer Station /Landfill/
Debris Site is open
the Second Saturday
of each Month--
BECAUSE OF THE DEATH
OF LONGTIME EMPLOYEE MR.
FRANKIE MATTINGLY-- TO
ALLOW ALL EMPLOYEES
TO ATTEND HIS
SERVICE-- THE TRANSFER STATION
WILL NOT BE OPEN - SAT. FEB. 13, 2010
Monday,
Feb. 15th,
2010 -- Presidents
Day - is a
Holiday for County
Employees--There will be
NO Sanitation / Garbage Service
on Monday – THE MONDAY
ROUTE WILL BE PICKED UP ON
TUESDAY -- ALONG WITH THE NORMAL
TUESDAY ROUTE.--CREWS WILL “DOUBLE
UP” ON TUESDAY--
SO GARBAGE MAY
RUN A LITTLE
EARLIER THAN NORMAL—PLEASE
SET YOUR GARBAGE
OUT FOR A
LITTLE EARLIER THAN
NORMAL PICK-UP.
*THE
MARION COUNTY JUDGE’S
OFFICE IN THE DAVID
R. HOURIGAN GOV. CENTER WILL BE
CLOSED ON MONDAY -
FEB. 15, 2010
FOR PRESIDENT’S DAY.
The
Marion County Clerk, Karen Spalding's office, will be closed Monday
(Feb. 15) in observance of President's Day. The Office will reopen
at 8:30am on Feb. 16th.
Lebanon
Police Make Shoplifting Arrest (Feb. 12)
Lebanon Police arrested Margaret L. Gunn of Campbellsville
on the 10th on charges of theft by unlawful taking under $500
"shoplifting" and a Taylor County Warrant for Theft by
unlawful taking under $500 "shoplifting". Merchandise
valusd at $31.17 was recovered and retained by Walmart.
Beshear Wants Expanded Gambling Reconsidered (Feb.
12)
Governor
Steve Beshear wants the Kentucky legislature to reconsider
his previous expanded gambling proposal. In a letter to
lawmakers yesterday, Beshear says he wants both the house and the
senate to reconsider a bill sponsored by Minority Leader Ed Worley.
The proposed bill would allow slots at horse tracks around the
state. The letter obtained by the "Herald-Leader"
was prompted by the legislature turning down Beshear's proposed
budget which included nearly 800-million-dollars from gaming
revenue.
WEG Organizers Say Ticket Sales Picking Up (Feb.
12)
This fall's World
Equestrian Games are seeing ticket sales pick up slightly.
Organizers tell the "Herald-Leader" most of the rise in
sales is the result of overseas interest. Sales are said to be
around 160-thousand of the 600-thousand tickets available for the
event planned for the Kentucky
Horse Park. Previously all of the WEG events have been
held overseas, and organizers with the World Games Foundation say
that's where the interest is coming from.
Council Wants Theme
Park To Stay Open (Feb.
12)
The Louisville
Metro Council is pushing for the Kentucky Kingdom amusement
park to remain open. Last week, Six Flags announced it will no
longer operate the park at the Kentucky
Exposition Center and wants out of its lease with the Kentucky
State Fair Board. On
Thursday, the council passed a resolution urging the fair
board to find a way to reopen the park, either through Six Flags or
another operator. Council member David Tandy said the
community needs the one-thousand summer
jobs the park provides.
"GameDay" Could Get Packed House At UK (Feb.
12)
Twenty-three-thousand University
of Kentucky basketball fans packing Rupp
Arena is nothing new. However, that's the crowd
expected for Saturday
morning's taping of ESPN's "College GameDay" show
-- and they'll all have tickets, which were distributed last
month. UK's goal is to break the unofficial attendance record
for the taping, which is believed to be a crowd of eight-thousand
earlier this season at Kansas State. On
Saturday night, the Wildcats host the Tennessee Volunteers.
New Standards
Present Historic Time For Kentucky
(Feb.
12)
The Bluegrass State has become the first state across America to adopt
new K-12 standards. The changes concern math and English
language arts courses for kids in grades Kindergarten through
12th. Kentucky
Board of Education Chairman Joe Brothers said the decision
will guide the state in years to come. Officials believe the
price tag will be around 15-million dollars to implement the
requirements, prepare teachers, and develop new exams, and hope to
receive 200-million in federal funds.
Basketball
Action Coming Up (Feb. 12)
Friday
night its the border war re-visited and Marion County hosts
Washington County in a Girl Boy Doubleheader. Hal B. Goode has
the call on 100.9 Mike FM and online at lebanonmike.com with
at tipoff at 6:30.
Friday night Campbellsville travels to Bethlehem for a Girl Boy
doubleheader. Jeremy McClendon has the call on 102.7 FM and
online at 1027wysb.com. Pre game at 5:50 and tipoff at 6.
The
make-up game for the Marion County Lady Knights vs. North Hardin
will take place on
Saturday night at Marion
County High School. Coverage with Tom Redman can be
heard on 100.9 Mike F.M. and online at lebanonmike.com.
Pregame set for 7:20
and tipoff at 7:30.
This years 19th District will be held at Bethlehem
High School. All games will be on 102.7 FM and online
at 1027WYSB.com
Tuesday
night Fed. 23rd it will be a girls doubleheader to open up
the 19th district tourney. Game 1 will be at 6
P.M. and feature the #1 seed Nelson County vs #4 seed
Bethlehem. Game 2 will tipoff at 7:45
and have #2 seed Bardstown taking on #3 seed Washington County.
The girls 19th District championship game will be Friday
night Feb. 26th at 7 P.M.
Wednesday
night Feb. 24th the boys 19th district gets underway as
#1 seed Nelson County will face #4 seed Washington County.
Tipoff set for 7 P.M.
Thursday night Feb. 25th boys action continues in the 19th District
as #2 seed Bardstown will face #3 seed Bethlehem. Tipoff set
for 7
P.M.
Boys Championship game will be on
Saturday night Feb. 27th with tipoff at 7
PM. All games at Bethlehem High School and can be heard
on 102.7 FM and www.1027wysb.com.
Closings/Cancellations and Schedule Changes (Feb. 11)
SCHOOL CLOSINGS FOR FEB. 11TH
CANCELLED TODAY:
MARION
COUNTY
SCHOOLS; WASHINGTON COUNTY SCHOOLS
BUSINESS AND COMMUNITY EVENT CLOSINGS FOR FEB. 11th
*LEBANON AND BRADFORDSVILLE SENIOR CITIZEN'S CENTER IS CLOSED TODAY.
Accidents
Reported Last Night (Feb. 11)
A possible one vehicle injury accident was reported to have
occurred on Highway 49, Loretto Road, Wednesday evening at 5:38pm.
Before emergency units could arrive, it was determined that there
were no injuries, and that a van had slid off the roadway into an
embankment. After assistance with getting the van back onto the
roadway, the vehicle was driven from the scene.
A second "possible" injury accident was reported at
11:39pm Wednesday night at the intersection of St. Mary Road and
Blake Way. Responding were members of the Marion County Ambulance
Service, Marion County Rescue, and the Marion County Sheriff's
Office. It was later learned that the person/or persons in the
vehicle had left the scene, with the vehicle being towed from the
scene of the accident. The scene was cleared at 12:28am Thursday
morning.
Kentucky
Auto Plant Named In Latest Toyota Suit (Feb.
11)
The Scott County Toyota plant has been named in a second lawsuit
filed against the Japanese automaker in connection with faulty gas
pedals. The suit filed this week in Northern
Kentucky says Toyota knew about the defect for years, and
failed to alert consumers. Vehicle owners in Kentucky, Ohio,
Indiana and Florida
are seeking class
action status for the lawsuit. Court records show
plaintiffs are looking for punitive and compensatory
damages, counseling for those traumatized by the recent
recall and replacement vehicles until theirs are fixed.
Senate Committee Shuts Down Car Seat Expansion (Feb.
11)
A bill looking to expand the requirements for car seats in Kentucky
has died in committee. The new legislation brought forward by
Senator Tom Buford of Nicholasville was looking to increase the
requirements to children under eight and shorter than 57 inches.
The current law on the books requires car seats for those under
seven and between 40 and 50 inches tall. The Senate
Transportation Committee majority was in favor of the measure, but
it failed to get the seven votes needed for approval.
Governors Rally Behind Toyota Over Recalls (Feb.
11)
The governors of Kentucky and Indiana
say Toyota is being treated unfairly by the federal government over
recent recalls by the Japanese automaker. Steve
Beshear and Mitch
Daniels joined Governors Haley
Barbour of Mississippi and Bob
Riley of Alabama in sending a letter to the leaders of
congressional committees looking into recent safety problems in some
Toyota vehicles. Toyota is a major employer in Kentucky and
Indiana, with more than 13-thousand workers in the two states.
Daniels says the government is treating Toyota more harshly than it
has treated Toyota's competition.
House Approves Amendment On Felons' Rights (Feb.
11)
The Kentucky House has approved a constitutional
amendment to automatically restore the voting
rights of felons after their sentences are completed.
Those exempted from having their rights restored would be felons
convicted of murder, rape, sodomy or sexual contact. Under
current law, the governor has the authority to restore voting rights
for felons who have completed their sentences. If the
amendment is passed by the Senate, it would require the approval of
voters in the November general election.
Kentucky Kingdom Drawing New Interest (Feb.
11)
There's interest from at least four amusement-park companies in
operating Kentucky Kingdom. The theme park on land at the Kentucky
Exposition Center was abandoned recently by the Six
Flags company. A bankruptcy
court judge in Delaware is expected to free Six Flags of its
Kentucky Kingdom lease obligations within a few weeks. The Kentucky
State Fair Board would not disclose the identities of the
interested parties.
Traveling King Tut Exhibit On Way Here (Feb.
11)
The Kentucky
Center for African American Heritage has booked a King
Tut exhibit of primarily reproduced Egyptian artifacts.
The traveling exhibit will be the first effort by the Western
Louisville center, which is seeking revenue and exposure. The
exhibit will run from March
9th to August 29th. Titled "Tutankhamun:
Wonderful Things From the Pharoah's Tomb," it is owned by the
International Museum Institute of New
York.
Closings/Cancellations and Schedule Changes (Feb. 10)
SCHOOL CLOSINGS FOR FEB. 10TH
CANCELLED TODAY:
MARION
COUNTY
SCHOOLS; WASHINGTON COUNTY SCHOOLS
*ST.
CATHARINE COLLEGE IS ON A 2 HOUR DELAY
*CAMPBELLSVILLE UNIVERSITY IS ON THEIR SNOW
PLAN - 2 HOUR DELAY
BUSINESS AND COMMUNITY EVENT CLOSINGS FOR FEB. 9th
*MARION COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY WILL
CLOSE TODAY. THE BOARD MEETING FOR TONIGHT IS CANCELLED AND A
SPECIAL CALLED LIBRARY BOARD MEETING WILL BE RESCHEDULED BY THE END
OF THE MONTH WITH 24HOURS NOTICE. THE MCPL WANTS YOU TO BE SAFE - YOU
CAN CALL TO RENEW YOUR ITEMS, OR RENEW THEM ONLINE. PLUS, THE MCPL FORGIVES
FINES ON DAYS WHERE THE WEATHER CHANGES THEIR SCHEDULE!
*1ST CHRISTIAN CHURCH DISCIPLES OF CHRIST BOARD MEETING
TONIGHT IS CANCELLED.
*LEBANON SENIOR CITIZEN'S CENTER IS CLOSED TODAY.
*LEBANON BAPTIST CHURCH SERVICE IS CANCELLED TONIGHT.
*PERRYVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH ACTIVITIES TONIGHT CANCELLED.
*LEBANON CHRISTIAN CHURCH EVENING SERVICES CANCELLED.
*GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH CANCELLED TONIGHT
*TEMPLE BAPTIST CHURCH IN SPRINGFIELD HAS CANCELLED THEIR EVENING
SERVICES TONIGHT.
*MACKVILLE CHRISTIAN CHURCH SERVICES TONIGHT ARE CANCELLED.
*MARION COUNTY BOYS GAME AGAINST BARDSTOWN IS CANCELLED
TONIGHT.
*MARION COUNTY GIRLS GAMES AGAINST NORTH HARDIN SCHEDULED FOR
THURSDAY HAVE BEEN RESCHEDULED FOR SATURDAY NIGHT STARTING WITH THE
J.V. AT 6:00 PM.
*THE MARION COUNTY PROJECT GRAD MEETING LOCATION HAS CHANGED
FOR TONIGHT. THE MEETING WILL NOW BE HELD AT 6PM AT THE MC HIGH
SCHOOL CAFETERIA.
Six
Deaths on
Kentucky
Roadways Last Week
(Feb. 10)
KSP say that six people died in six separate crashes on
Kentucky
roadways from Monday, February 1 through Sunday, February 7,
2010.
Four of the crashes involved motor vehicles and three of those
victims were not wearing seat belts. Single-fatality crashes
occurred in Boyd, Hopkins, Laurel and Pulaski counties.
One scooter involved fatal crash occurred in Letcher county and the
victim was not wearing a helmet.
One pedestrian involved crash occurred in Spencer county.
Through February 7, KSP indicate
that 63 people have lost their lives on
Kentucky
roadways during 2010. This is 10 less fatalities than
reported for the same time period in 2009. There
were 55 motor vehicle fatalities and 32 of those victims were
not wearing seat belts. Seven pedestrians have been killed.
Seven crashes involved a commercial motor vehicle. One crash
involved a scooter. A total of 12 fatalities have
resulted from crashes involving the suspected use of alcohol.
Citizens can contribute to highway safety by reporting erratic
drivers to the Kentucky State Police toll-free at 1-800-222-5555.
Callers will remain anonymous and should give a description of the
vehicle, location, direction of travel and license number if
possible.
Rep.
Terry Mills is sworn into office; named vice chair
of House Ag & Small Business Committee (Feb.
10)
State
Rep. Terry Mills, who was elected in a special election early
this month to serve the people of Marion, Casey and Pulaski
counties, was sworn into office Monday afternoon by Kentucky
Supreme Court Chief Justice John Minton.House
Speaker Greg Stumbo later announced that Rep. Mills will be
vice chairman of the House’s Agriculture and Small
Business Committee. “Monday may be his first day in
office, but it’s already clear he will be a strong voice for our
farmers and small
business owners, the backbone of his district,” Speaker
Stumbo said. “He also will play key roles in our chamber’s
Economic Development and Labor and Industry committees, two others
that play to his strengths.”
Rep. Mills said he was pleased with his committee assignments.
“All three of these are very important to our communities here at
home, and I will work to make sure our concerns are heard when they
meet,” he said. “The legislative session may be more than
a third over, but I’m going to hit the ground running in the time
that remains. Fortunately, much of the work is still in front
of us.”
The 2010 Regular Session, which began in early January, runs through
the middle of April.
Closings/Cancellations and Schedule Changes (Feb. 9)
SCHOOL CLOSINGS FOR FEB. 9TH
CANCELLED TODAY:
MARION
COUNTY
SCHOOLS
WASHINGTON
COUNTY
,
NELSON
COUNTY
, BARDSTOWN INDEPENDENT,
TAYLOR
COUNTY,
LARUE
COUNTY
*ST.
CATHARINE COLLEGE CLASSES CANCELLED
*ECTC CLASSES CANCELLED TODAY
BUSINESS AND COMMUNITY EVENT CLOSINGS FOR FEB. 9th
*WASHINGTON
COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY CLOSED TODAY
*MARION
COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY WILL OPEN LATE AT 10:30AM AND STAY OPEN
UNTIL 4PM. REMEMBER THAT THE MCPL WANTS YOU TO BE SAFE - YOU
CAN CALL TO RENEW YOUR ITEMS, OR RENEW THEM ONLINE. PLUS, THE MCPL
FORGIVES FINES ON DAYS WHERE THE WEATHER CHANGES THEIR SCHEDULE!
*LEBANON
AND LORETTO SENIOR CITIZEN'S CENTERS ARE CLOSED TODAY
MARION AND
WASHINGTON
COMMUNITY EARLY CHILDHOOD COUNCIL MEETING IS CANCELLED AND WILL BE
RESCHEDULED
*NO ROAD TEST TODAY FOR THE
MARION
COUNTY
DRIVER
'S TESTING; HOWEVER THE WRITTEN TESTS WILL STILL BE GIVEN.
*THE HOLY NAME OF MARY AND
ST. AUGUSTINE
WISDOM KEEPERS MASS AND LUNCH ARE CANCELLED
AT 11AM TODAY.
*THE SPRINGFIELD CHIROPRACTIC CENTER IS CLOSED
TODAY
*MARION COUNTY HOMEMAKER'S COUNCIL MEETING TODAY IS CANCELLED AND
WILL BE RESCHEDULED for Friday morning at 9:30am at the extension
office.
*CPH CATTLE SALE SCHEDULED FOR TONIGHT AT 7PM AT THE WASHINGTON
COUNTY STOCKYARDS IS POSTPONED UNTIL NEXT TUES AT 7PM.
*MID-KY MIDDLE SCHOOL BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT SCHEDULED FOR
TONIGHT IS CANCELLED. THE GAMES TO BE PLAYED AT BLOOMFIELD AND BETHLEHEM
WILL BE PLAYED THURSDAY NIGHT.
*MARION COUNTY BOYS GAME TONIGHT IS POSTPONED UNTIL TOMORROW NIGHT.
*THE WASHINGTON & TAYLOR COUNTY GAMES HAVE BEEN CANCELLED
FOR TONIGHT.
*WILBERT PLASTICS SERVICES WILL NOT HAVE 2ND OR 3RD SHIFT
TONIGHT. THE PLANT WILL BE CLOSED TONIGHT AND WILL REOPEN AT 7AM.
*SPRINGFIELD WEIGHT WATCHERS MEETING FOR TONIGHT AT THE
WASHINGTON COUNTY SENIOR CITIZEN'S BUILDING FOR TONIGHT AS BEEN
CANCELLED.
*ST. A VOLLEYBALL PRACTICE FOR TONIGHT HAS BEEN CANCELLED.
ALL ST. A. VOLLEYBALL PLAYERS (GRADES 5TH, 6TH , 7TH, 8TH) ARE TO
ATTEND THURSDAY EVENING'S PRACTICE.
*MARION COUNTY ARTS AND HUMANITIES MEETING
TONIGHT CANCELLED.
*MARION COUNTY PROJECT
GRADUATION MEETING TONIGHT POSTPONED UNTIL TOMORROW (WEDNESDAY)
NIGHT.
*MARION COUNTY LIBRARY WILL OPEN AT
10:30 WEDNESDAY MORNING.
*CENSUS TESTING AT
CENTRE SQUARE AT 6:00 PM TONIGHT WILL BE HELD AS SCHEDULED.
Lebanon
City Council Met in Regular Session Last Night (Feb. 9)
Lebanon City Council met in regular session last night. Councilman
Pickerill was not in attendance.
Rick Downs gave the yearly audit report and Tom Lund gave the yearly
Economic Development report.
After discussing whether to hire a Lobbyist to promote Lebanon and
Marion County, the Council voted unanimously to contribute to the
salary, with the Mayor saying that their portion of the fee was
"not going to break us", but could reap some greater
rewards later on.
During the City Administrators report, the Public Works crew was
commended for a job well done in removing snow from last weekend.
The crew worked throughout the weekend to make sure the streets were
clear.
Sergeant Mike Luckett has been named interim acting Lebanon Police
Chief until a permanent selection is made. He has not submitted an
application and has indicated he does not have any intentions of
soliciting the full time Chief position.
Applications are being accepted for the position through Friday.
There have been four applications turned in at the time of the
meeting last night.
Councilwoman Denise Fogle commented that she had received complaints
regarding the smell last week in the area around Wendy's, down to
Lee's and the Goodwill. It seemed unusual since the smell usually
occurred in the summer. Actually, a change in the temperature, where
it gets dry or freezes up - makes water sluggish moving and it
becomes stagnant.
The Mayor said that Bardstown had to move the whole water treatment
facility due to "smells".
Basketball
Action Coming Up (Feb. 9)
Tuesday
night Bardstown
will travel to Marion
County in Boys action. 102.7 FM will have the action
with Tom Redmon starting with pre-game 7:20
and tipoff at 7:30.
Online coverage can be heard on 1027wysb.com
Tuesday night it's a boy girl doubleheader as Taylor County travels
to Washington County. Coverage will be on 100.9 Mike FM and
online at lebanonmike.com.
Pre-game at 5:50
and tipoff at 6.
Thursday
night Marion County will host North Hardin in girls hoops.
100.9 Mike FM will have the coverage with the Knight crew.
Pre-game at 7:20 & tipoff at 7:30. Online coverage at
lebanonmike.com.
Thursday night Nelson County boys will be in action vs. Marion
County. Pre-game at 7:20 and tipoff at 7:30 on 102.7 FM
and online at 1027wysb.com. Jermery McClendon will have the
call.
Friday
night its the border war re-visited and Marion County hosts
Washingotn County in a Girl Boy Doubleheader. Hal B. Goode has
the call on 100.9 Mike FM and online at lebanonmike.com
Pre-game at 5:50 with tip at 6.
Firday night Campbellsville travels to Bethlehem for a Girl Boy
doubleheader. Jeremy McClendon has the call on 102.7 FM and
online at 1027wysb.com. Pre game at 5:50 and tipoff at 6.
THis years 19th District will be held at Bethlehem
HIgh School. All games will be on 102.7 FM and online
at 1027WYSB.com
Tuesday
night Fed. 23rd it will be a girls doubleheader to open up
the 19th district tourney. Game 1 will be at 6
P.M. and feature the #1 seed Nelson County vs #4 seed
Bethlehem. Game 2 will tipoff at 7:45
and have #2 seed Bardstown taking on #3 seed Washington County.
The girls 19th District championship game will be Friday
night Feb. 26th at 7 P.M.
Wednesday
night Feb. 24th the boys 19th district gets underway as
#1 seed Nelson County will face #4 seed Washington County.
Tipoff set for 7 P.M.
Thursday night Feb. 25th boys action continues in the 19th District
as #2 seed Bardstown will face #3 seed Bethlehem. Tipoff set
for 7
P.M.
Boys Championship game will be on
Saturday night Feb. 27th with tipoff at 7
PM. All games at Bethlehem High School and can be heard
on 102.7 FM and www.1027wysb.com.
Lebanon Police Department Investigate
Accidents (Feb. 8)
At 12:18 on Feb. 6th, LPD received a call of a truck on its side in
the middle of the roadway at 3665 Howardstown Road in Raywick.
Marion County Ambulance and Marion County Rescue were dispatched to
the scene at 12:20. Raywick Fire Department was enroute to the
location at 12:33. The scene was cleared at 1:34.
LPD received a call at 1:09 Feb. 6, of a vehicle on a bluff on
St. Francis/Holy Cross Road. Marion County Ambulance, Marion County
Rescue and the Loretto Fire Department were dispatched. Kentucky
State Police assisted with the scene, which was cleared at 2:20.
Winter Weather Advisory In Effect Tonight Until
Tomorrow Afternoon (Feb. 8)
THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN LOUISVILLE HAS ISSUED A
WINTER
WEATHER ADVISORY FOR SNOW...WHICH IS IN EFFECT
FROM 7 PM EST /6 PM CST/ THIS EVENING TO 1 PM EST /NOON CST/
TUESDAY.
THE COMBINATION OF AN UPPER LEVEL WEATHER DISTURBANCE MOVING
EAST OUT OF THE SOUTHERN ROCKIES AND A STRONGER SYSTEM DIVING
SOUTH OUT OF CENTRAL CANADA WILL BRING ANOTHER BOUT OF WINTER
PRECIPITATION TO THE OHIO VALLEY DURING THE FIRST HALF OF THE
WORK WEEK. AS THE TWO SYSTEMS COLLIDE...SNOW WILL DEVELOP ACROSS
MUCH OF CENTRAL KENTUCKY AND SOUTHERN INDIANA TONIGHT AND CONTINUE
THROUGH TUESDAY MORNING. AS THE CENTER OF LOW PRESSURE ASSOCIATED
WITH THE SOUTHERN ROCKIES DISTURBANCE MOVES INTO KENTUCKY...RAIN
COULD MIX WITH THE SNOW AFTER SUNRISE TUESDAY...
SNOW WILL DEVELOP LATE THIS EVENING AND CONTINUE THROUGH
MIDDAY TUESDAY OVER PORTIONS OF CENTRAL KENTUCKY AND THE
BLUEGRASS REGION OF KENTUCKY INCLUDING THE BOWLING GREEN AND
LEXINGTON METRO AREAS.
SNOW WILL COVER ROADWAYS TONIGHT WITH TEMPERATURES
AT OR BELOW THE FREEZING MARK. SNOW WILL LIKELY PRODUCE SLICK
AND HAZARDOUS DRIVING CONDITIONS FOR THE MORNING COMMUTE
TUESDAY.
SNOW ACCUMULATIONS OF 2 TO 4 INCHES ARE
EXPECTED OVER THE BLUEGRASS REGION AND PORTIONS OF NORTH CENTRAL
KENTUCKY. SNOW ACCUMULATIONS OF 1 TO 3 INCHES ARE EXPECTED OVER
SOUTH CENTRAL KENTUCKY.
A WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY FOR SNOW MEANS THAT PERIODS OF SNOW
WILL CAUSE PRIMARILY TRAVEL DIFFICULTIES. BE PREPARED FOR SNOW
COVERED ROADS AND LIMITED VISIBILITIES...AND USE CAUTION WHILE
DRIVING.
Toyota Will Resume North American Production (Feb. 8)
After shutting down production for a week at six North American
plants, Toyota will fire assembly
lines back up today. The automaker stopped making
vehicles due to massive recalls from faulty gas pedals. Toyota
also suspended sales on eight models which accounted for 60-percent
of its North American
sales volume. Company spokesman Mike Michels told the
"Detroit
News" the automaker now has enough replacement gas
pedals on hand to resume production. Plants had been shut down
in Indiana, Kentucky, Texas
and Canada as
Toyota awaited the parts. There are reports out of Japan
that Toyota will next recall Prius hybrids to address an issue with
the brakes in 2010 model cars, but there has been no confirmation
from the company. Government investigators in both the U.S.
and Japan are looking into safety problems with Toyota vehicles
KSP Investigating Saturday Crash
(Feb. 8)
Trooper Nathan Rhodes is investigating a two vehicle
collision that occurred Saturday, February 06, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. 10
miles North of Lebanon on Hwy 527. Thomas Leake, age 32, of
Raywick, operating a 1988 Dodge Ram truck, was traveling South on
Hwy 527 when he failed to stop and struck a vehicle in the rear.
That vehicle, a 2002 Chevy
Cavalier, operated by Brian Blanford age 21 of Loretto, was
attempting to turn left into a residence. Blanford and a
passenger, Amber Blanford age 14, were transported to Spring View
Hospital by EMS where they were treated and released. All
parties involved were wearing seat belts at the time of the
collision.
Leake
was arrested at the scene and charged with operating a vehicle with
a suspended operator’s license and an outstanding warrant from
Marion County. Leake was lodged in the Marion County Detention
Center.
KSP
Investigating Friday Night Crash (Feb. 8)
Trooper
John
Adams is investigating an injury collision which occurred at 10p.m
Friday evening, one mile
west of Lebanon on Miller Pike. A 2000 Chevy operated by Marie
Mattingly, age 61, of Lebanon was traveling East bound on Miller
Pike, lost control in a curve, struck a fence and several
trees. Mattingly was transported to Spring View Hospital by
Marion Co EMS where she was treated for possible back injuries.
Trooper Adams was assisted by Marion County Rescue, Lebanon
Fire Department., Marion
County Sheriffs Department.
Lebanon Police Department Make Arrests
(Feb. 4)
Lebanon Police arrested Sharonda D. Mangan of Springfield and
Jenna N. Murphy of Louisville on Wednesday on charges of theft by
unlawful taking under $500 "shoplifting". The merchandise,
$7.60 total, was recovered and retained by Wal-Mart.
Lebanon Police arrested Patricia Cambron on Wednesday on charges of
theft by unlawful taking under $500 "shoplifting" and
possession of marijuana. The merchandise, $62.56 total, was
recovered and retained by Wal-Mart.
KSP is
Investigating an Early Morning Accident (Feb. 4)
A one vehicle collision occurred at approximately 2am, 5
miles North of Lebanon
on Ky 84. Amanda McCann, age 28, of Lebanon, not belted was
found in the passenger seat of a 1993
GMC pickup. McCann was taken to Springview Hospital by
a passing motorist and was later transferred to University
of Louisville Hospital for Head Trauma. Alcohol is
suspected in the accident. It is unknown at this time whether
McCann was the driver of the vehicle. Trooper
Donnie Moses is investigating.
Marion
County Fiscal Court Proceedings (Feb. 4)
Marion County Fiscal Court met in regular session last
night.
Tom Lund from the Office of Economic Development gave an annual
report.
Pam Bowling, from Lincoln Trail AD office, gave an overview of the
Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan.
The Court decided to ask more questions and further check out the
Delta Dental Plan before more consideration and approval.
The Court heard a presentation by the Marion County 4H Shooting
Sports Club members - also known as the Sure-Shots.
The Court allocated $2500 for the club, but advised that revenue was
down and they hoped they wouldn't have to, but they may have to drop
contributions to various organizations next year.
Games
this Weekend (Feb. 5)
20th district action on
Friday night as Marion
County travels to Taylor County for a girl boy contest.
THe Knight crew will have the call on 100.9 Mike FM and online at
lebanonmike.com. pre-game at 5:50, tip at 6.
Nelson COunty hosts Bardstown in a 19th district Girl Boy double
header. Jermery McClendon has the call on 102.7 WYSB and
online at 1027wysb.com. pre-game set for 5:50 with Tipoff at 6
P.M.
Saturday night the Washington County Commanders are on the road to
North Bullitt. Hal B. Goode will have the call on 102.7 FM and
online at 1027wysb.com. pregame at 7:20 and tip off at 7:30.
Lebanon Police Department Make Arrests
(Feb. 4)
Lebanon Police are investigating a burglary 2nd/criminal
mischief 3rd case that occurred on Feb. 2.
Damage occurred to the front door window of a North Harrison Street
Residence.
LPD arrested Derek M. Friend, of Lebanon, yesterday, on a Hardin
county warrant for possession of a controlled substance-3rd.
LPD arrested Glen O. Burch, of Lebanon, on Feb. 1st, on probation
and parole warrant for trafficking in a controlled substance 1st- 2
counts.
LPD arrested Tena L. Roller, of Junction City, Ky on the first for a
Marion County Warrant for criminal trespassing 3rd and a Hardin
County Warrant for Theft by unlawful taking
"shoplifting".
KSP Post 15 January Numbers
(Feb. 4)
During the month of January, 2009, there were 41 traffic
accidents investigated by the State Police working in the Post 15
area in the 11 counties of Adair, Casey, Clinton, Cumberland, Green,
Marion, Metcalfe, Monroe, Russell, Taylor and Washington.
There was one fatality during the month of January:
This brings our yearly fatality count
to 1 compared with 5 through this same period in 2009.
State wide fatality count stands at 55 compared with 57 through this same
period in 2009.
During the month of January, 2010,
there were 708 citations written, 230 courtesy notices written, 990
vehicles inspected, 764 complaints answered, 138 motorists assisted,
72 criminal cases opened and 130 criminal arrests made.
KSP
Report Six Deaths on KY Roads Last Week (Feb. 4)
KSP say that six people died in five separate crashes on
Kentucky roadways from Monday, January 25 through Sunday,
January 31, 2010.
All of the crashes involved motor vehicles and three of those
victims were not wearing seat belts. Single-fatality
crashes occurred in Bell, Daviess, Jefferson and Pendleton counties.
One double-fatality crash occurred in McCracken county and this
crash involved the suspected use of alcohol.
Through January
31, 55 people have lost their lives on Kentucky roadways
during 2010. This is 2 less fatalities than
reported for the same time period in 2009. There
were 49 motor
vehicle fatalities and 29 of those victims were not wearing
seat belts. Six pedestrians have been killed.
Six crashes involved a commercial
motor vehicle. A total of 12
fatalities have resulted from crashes involving the suspected use of
alcohol.
Job Losses In Bluegrass State In
2009 (Feb.
4)
Last year, 99 of the 100 largest labor markets in America gave pink
slips to thousands of workers. Yesterday, the U.S.
Bureau of Labor Statistics released its report that shows
Louisville's decline was rather small by comparison to other cities
in the nation. However, Louisville-Jefferson County lost
12-thousand jobs; Lexington-Fayette County lost 68-hundred; Bowling
Green lost 38-hundred, and Owensboro lost 15-hundred.
Someone Posing As Sweepstake Representative (Feb.
4)
An unidentified woman in Perryville said a caller phoned to say she
had won 550-thousand dollars in a Publishers
Clearinghouse sweepstakes, then asked for personal
information and a check. The woman quickly realized she was
being scammed and notified the Better
Business Bureau that told her reputable companies never seek
personal data over the phone or money upfront. Before hanging
up on the bogus caller, she asked if he was going to bring her
roses, which is what PCH does for genuine winners.
Post-Labor Day Start For Indiana Schools? (Feb.
4)
The Indiana Senate
has passed a bill that would require schools to start the fall
semester after Labor
Day. The measure's intention is to preserve August for
family vacations and help tourism-related businesses. Schools
would end the year before June
10th. The proposal would take effect with the school
year of 2012-2013.
Marion County Clerk's Office Will Open
at 10am (Feb. 3)
Special Election Results (Feb. 3)
Unofficial totals from the State Board of Elections Website
report these tallies:
|
County
|
Leo
Johnson - Republican
|
Terry
Mills -Democratic
|
|
Casey
|
1772
|
344
|
|
Marion
|
333
|
2611
|
|
Pulaski
|
413
|
46
|
|
Total:
|
2,518
|
3,001
|
Across the 24th District, the Total Registered Voters =
26,141
Total Votes Cast =5,519
Turnout =21%
In Marion County, the precinct breakdown was:
|
|
JOHNSON
|
MILLS
|
|
GRAVEL SWITCH
|
14
|
64
|
|
BRADFORDSVILLE
|
54
|
100
|
|
VEATCH'S SHOP/GLASSCOCK
|
28
|
134
|
|
FIRE DEPT – JAIL
|
16
|
66
|
|
LIBRARY
|
19
|
122
|
|
BASEMENT JUNIOR HIGH |
21
|
207
|
|
ROLLING HILLS
|
14
|
90
|
|
COURTHOUSE
|
29
|
318
|
|
CALVARY
|
24
|
175
|
|
HAMILTON
HEIGHTS
|
11
|
78
|
|
JESSETOWN
|
14
|
145
|
|
DEPOT
|
12
|
198
|
|
RAYWICK
|
20
|
218
|
|
LORETTO
|
6
|
231
|
|
SAINT FRANCIS
|
9
|
64
|
|
HOLY CROSS
|
7
|
60
|
|
SAINT CHARLES
|
24
|
233
|
|
ABSENTEE
|
11
|
108
|
|
TOTALS
|
333
|
2611
|
Listen to our newscast on our home page
to hear comments from Marion County Clerk Karen Spalding.
Sheriff is Investigating Accident (Feb. 3)
The Marion County Sheriff Department is investigating an
injury accident that occurred on the Bradfordsville-Gravel Gwitch
Road in Bradfordsville last night at at 8:12pm. Other units that
responded are Marion County Ambulance, Marion County Rescue,
Bradfordsville Fire Department, Gravel Switch Fire Department and
Bradfordsville Police. The scene was cleared at 9:47pm.
Marion
County Man Arrested for Possession of Child Pornography
(Feb. 3)
Attorney General Jack Conway and his Department of Criminal
Investigations (DCI) today announced the arrest of 45-year-old
Sherman Pike, of Lebanon, in Marion County, for possession of
child pornography.
Investigators from General Conway's Cybercrimes Unit arrested
Pike, with assistance from the Marion County Sheriff's Department
and Lebanon Police Department, after executing a search warrant at
his home on Monday, February 1, 2010. Pike, a convicted sex
offender, is charged with four counts of possession of matter
portraying a sexual performance by a minor. He faces arraignment
tomorrow at 11:30 a.m. in Marion District Court. Pike's bond is
set at $200,000 full cash.
Pike is a lifetime registered sex offender, having been convicted
in TN in 1991 of aggravated sexual battery involving a
10-year-old. His arrest yesterday stems from an investigation that
began in October 2009 by the Office of the Attorney General's
Cybercrimes Unit, a member of the Internet Crimes Against Children
Task Force (ICAC).
Additionally, Marion County Animal Control removed at least a
dozen Chihuahuas from the residence. The dogs are now in
protective custody.
A charge is merely an accusation and a defendant is presumed
innocent until and unless proven guilty.
WASHINGTON COUNTY DEPUTY SHERIFFS INDICTED (Feb. 3)
A federal
grand jury in Louisville returned an indictment on February
1, 2010, against Norris
Wayne Bartley, age
42, of Springfield, Kentucky, in Washington County, and
Billy
Joe Mattingly,
age 41, of Mackville, Kentucky, also in Washington County, on
charges of possession with intent to distribute marijuana, and
carrying a firearm during and in relation to a federal
drug trafficking crime, United
States Attorney Candace G. Hill of the Western
District of Kentucky announced today.
The Indictment alleges that on November 12, 2009, in Washington County,
in the Western
District of Kentucky, the defendants, each aided and
abetted by the other, knowingly and intentionally possessed with
intent to distribute an unspecified quantity of marijuana.
The Indictment also alleges in separate counts that the defendants
carried firearms during and in relation to the drug
trafficking crime. Bartley and Mattingly were
arrested without incident by Kentucky
State Police officers who were conducting the
investigation.
In the event of a conviction, the maximum potential
penalties are five years' imprisonment for the marijuana
charge, at least five years consecutive for the firearms charge, a
$500,000 fine, and supervised release for five years. The mandatory
minimum penalty is five years' imprisonment.
The case is being prosecuted by Assistant
United States Attorney Larry Fentress, and it was
investigated by the Kentucky
State Police and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms
and Explosives.
Bartley and Mattingly are scheduled to appear for arraignment
before the United States Magistrate Judge on
February 16, 2010, at 9:30 a.m., in Louisville, Kentucky.
The indictment of a person by
a Grand Jury is an accusation only and that person is presumed
innocent until and unless proven guilty.
Games
this Week (Feb. 3)
Maroin County Lady Knights are on the road to face 5th region foe
Elizabethtown on
Thursday night. The Knight crew will be on hand with
pre-game at 7:20 and tipoff set for 7:30. Tune in on 100.9
Mike FM and online at lebanonmike.com
Washington County Commanders on the road for boys action Thursday
night as they face Hart County. Hal B. Goode will have
the call on 102.7 wysb and online at 1027wysb.com. Pre-game 7:50
with tip at 8
PM.
20th district action on
Friday night as Marion
County travels to Taylor County for a girl boy contest.
THe Knight crew will have the call on 100.9 Mike FM and online at
lebanonmike.com. pre-game at 5:50, tip at 6.
Nelson COunty hosts Bardstown in a 19th district Girl Boy double
header. Jermery McClendon has the call on 102.7 WYSB and
online at 1027wysb.com. pre-game set for 5:50 with Tipoff at 6
P.M.
Saturday night the Washington County Commanders are on the road to
North Bullitt. Hal B. Goode will have the call on 102.7 FM and
online at 1027wysb.com. pregame at 7:20 and tip off at 7:30.
Saturday Febuary the 6th
St. Catharine are back on the air. AM1590 WLBN will
have the action with taking on the University
of the Cumberlands. Women's action at 2
PM with Men at 4
P.M. You can also listen online to these games at 1590WLBN.com.
Marion and Washington County
Schools in Regular Session Today (Feb. 2)
Poll's are Open for Special
Election (Feb. 2)
Today may be Groundhog Day, but it's also the day to vote
for the 24th District House of Rep. Seat left vacant when Jimmy
Higdon was elected Senator.
Candidates on the ballot are: Terry Mills (Dem) and Leo Johnson (Rep).
Pedal Problem To Swamp Toyota Dealers (Feb.
2)
Louisville-area Toyota dealers are preparing for a crush of
customers in the wake of the recent recall involving faulty
accelerator pedals. New parts should be arriving later this
week to fix the pedals. Toyota of Louisville, on Dixie
Highway, says its technicians will work extended hours and
through the weekend if necessary. The problem has been blamed
for sending vehicles lurching forward, out of control.
Common Ground Sought For State Budget (Feb.
2)
Governor
Steve Beshear and House Democratic leaders gathered yesterday
to try to work together on a blueprint to balance the state budget
that is closing in on more than a billion dollars in the red during
the next 24 months. Beshear proposed about 780-million from
expanded gambling at horse tracks, which lawmakers immediately
rejected. The governor said they did not discuss specific
details regarding cuts, and there was no discussion about layoffs.
Attempts to find a common ground seem to be elusive for the
lawmakers.
Lebanon Police are Investigating Thefts (Feb. 2)
LPD is investigating a case of criminal mischief in the 3rd
that occurred on Jan. 25th.
Several items, including a purse, digital camera and accessories,
jewelry, cell-phone and cd's - all with a total value of $1369.50,
was reported stolen. A passenger side window was broken out on the
victims 2008 Kia while it was parked on North Harrison Street. The
estimated amount of damage was $300.
In a case of burglary 2nd/criminal mischief 2nd, $1000 cash, a fifth
of Woodford Reserve Bourbon and a white gold and diamond ring was
reported stolen from an Oak Street residence. The total value of the
stolen items was $4,525. During the theft, a screen door, bathroom
window and the door jam was all broken and damaged.
Games
this Week (Feb. 2)
Tuesday night 100.9 Mike FM will carry
Washington County as they travel to Campbellsville for a Girl Boy
Doubleheader. Hal B. Goode has the call with pre-game at 5:50
and tipoff at 6. On line coverage can be heard on lebanonmike.com.
Bethlehem will
be at Bardstown
for a boys 19th District contest Tuesday night. Jermery McClendon
will have the call on 102.7 FM and online at 1027wysb.com.
Pre-game at 7:20,
tipoff at 7:30.
Closings and Cancellations
(Feb. 1)
No school in Marion County
Washington County on 1 hour delay
Lebanon Senior Citizens Center is closed today
Accident Sunday Afternoon (Feb.
1)
An injury accident was reported Sunday afternoon at 3:12pm
on Highway 527, Raywick.
Responding were members of the Marion County Ambulance Service,
Marion County Sheriff's Department, and the Marion County Rescue
Squad.
The scene was cleared at 4:14pm.
Don't Forget Tomorrow's Special
Election (Feb. 1)
Tomorrow may be Groundhog Day, but it's also the day to vote
for the 24th District House of Rep. Seat left vacant when Jimmy
Higdon was elected Senator.
Candidates on the ballot are: Leo Johnson (Rep) and Terry Mills
(Dem).
Task
Force Pushes Renewable-Energy Laws (Feb. 1)
A governor's task force is recommending that Kentucky
join more than two dozen other states in adopting laws requiring
electricity generated from renewable
energy sources. The task force also wants the General
Assembly to fund the start-up of biofuels businesses with a fee on
all electricity sold in Kentucky. Kentucky is more than
90-percent dependent on coal, which is a major source of carbon
dioxide. According to the state
Department of Energy Development and Independence, the
federal government is poised to impose a national renewable-fuels
mandate.
Link Of Stimulus To Jobs Touted, Debated (Feb.
1)
The federal government says almost eleven-thousand jobs in Kentucky
can be credited to the stimulus program in the final three months of
2009. A previous quarterly report, in October, said the
program had created or saved more than four-thousand jobs in the
state. However, some say the state's jobless
rate of ten-point-seven-percent makes it difficult to connect
stimulus spending to any clear economic benefits.
NASA High On Kentucky Satellite (Feb. 1)
A satellite designed and constructed by college students in the
Bluegrass State will be soaring
into space via a Taurus
rocket. Ben Malphrus, director of Morehead State
University's space
science center, said NASA's agreement is a breakthrough for university
space research programs and the first time NASA has launched
Cubesats on any mission. Cubesat refers to the shape of the
tiny satellite that weighs around two pounds. The
Kentucky Cubesat is one of three that survived competition, along
with Montana State
University and the University
of Colorado.
NEWS FOR SUNDAY JAN.
31
TEMPLE
BAPTIST
CHURCH
IN
SPRINGFIELD
WILL HOLD SUNDAY SERVICES THIS AFTERNOON STARTING WITH SUNDAY SCHOOL
AT 2 P.M. AND THE WORSHIP SERVICE AT 3 P.M.
THE
SPRINGFIELD
KNIGHTS OF
COLUMBUS
WILL NOT HAVE THEIR FIFTH SUNDAY BREAKFAST TODAY.
IT HAS BEEN CANCELLED.
THE ST CATHERINE COLLEGE -
CAMPBELLSVILLE UNIVERSITY MENS AND WOMENS BASKETBALL GAMES FROM
SATURDAY HAVE BEEN MOVED TO MONDAY NIGHT STARTING AT 6 P.M..
The College Goal Sunday event
at
Campbellsville
University
Sunday, Jan. 31 has been canceled due to the snow, according to
Chris Tolson, director of financial aid at CU.
As
an alternative to College Goal Sunday, a toll-free financial aid
helpline is available to answer the questions of those who planned
to attend College Goal Sunday.
You
can call the helpline at 1-888-4-KASFAA beginning Monday, Feb. 1.
This hotline will be staffed by financial aid professionals from the
Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
through Monday, Feb. 15.
Tolson
said these professionals will help you complete your financial aid
paperwork and answer questions over the phone.
To
call
Campbellsville
University
’s Office of Financial Aid, dial 270-789-5013.
ICY ROAD CONDITIONS TO CONTINUE THIS MORNING... EVEN
THOUGH SNOW HAS ENDED ACROSS THE REGION...HAZARDOUS ROAD CONDITIONS
WILL CONTINUE. WET SPOTS AND SLUSH FROM EARLIER TREATMENTS ON THE
ROADWAYS ARE FROZEN TTHIS MORNING AS TEMPERATURES ARE INTO THE
SINGLE DIGITS AND WINDS REMAIN LIGHT. THIS WILL CREATE ICY PATCHES
ON THE ROADWAYS ESPECIALLY SECONDARY ROADS...BRIDGES...AND
OVERPASSES. DRIVERS SHOULD USE CAUTION IF TRAVELING THIS MORNING.
WATCH FOR BLACK ICE AND DRIVE SLOW OVER ICY PATCHES ON THE ROADS.
St.
Catharine College will host a Community Forum at the Opera House
from 5 pm to 7 pm on February 1st. The Community Forums, to be held
in
Lebanon
, Bardstown and
Springfield
are scheduled as an initial step in the drafting of St. Catharine
College’s next Strategic Plan (2011 through 2015). Discussion will
focus on the relationship between St. Catharine College and the
community and how the College can forge and strengthen unique,
mutually beneficial relationships. St. Catharine College hopes to
have broad representation that includes business, education, health
care, government, economic development, and social agencies as well
as private citizens. SCC alumni are encouraged to attend. For more
information, please contact Nora Hatton at 859-336-5082 or by email
at nhatton@sccky.edu.
AARP
Tax Aide volunteers will be here on Wednesdays beginning, February
3, from 1:00 – 5:00 p.m- 415 Fairgrounds Road, Lebanon. For more
information contact the
Marion
County
Extension Office, 270-692-2421
Former Republican
presidential candidate Ron Paul campaigned Saturday on behalf of his
son Rand Paul, a U.S. Senate candidate in
Kentucky
.
Ron
Paul, a Republican congressman from
Texas
, spoke to about 600 supporters at the Kentucky Fair and
Exposition
Center
repeating his call for limited government, balanced budgets and
individual liberties.
He
urged voters to support his son, who holds similar views on those
issues.
The
elder Paul quickened Rand Paul's campaign by allowing him to plug
into his network of political donors, a move that has made his son
the leading fundraiser among Republican candidates with about $1.8
million in contributions so far.
Rand
Paul and Kentucky Secretary of State Trey Grayson are the perceived
frontrunners in the GOP primary race that involves several other
lesser-known Republicans, including western
Kentucky
businesman Bill Johnson, who last month invested $250,000 of his own
money in the race.
Cancellations/Closings/Schedule
Changes (Jan. 29)
Lady Celtics Chili Supper scheduled for today/tonight
has been cancelled
Winter Storm Watch Friday Morning (Jan. 29)
WINTER STORM TO AFFECT PORTIONS OF SOUTH CENTRAL KENTUCKY
TODAY THROUGH SATURDAY.
LOW PRESSURE WILL TRACK ACROSS THE GULF COAST STATES TODAY
THROUGH SATURDAY. THIS SYSTEM WILL BRING WIDESPREAD SNOW TO
SOUTH
CENTRAL KENTUCKY THIS AFTERNOON AND INTO CENTRAL KENTUCKY BY
THIS
EVENING. THE MOST SIGNIFICANT ACCUMULATIONS SHOULD BE NEAR THE
KENTUCKY/TENNESSEE BORDER...WITH LESSER AMOUNTS FARTHER NORTH.
THE WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS NOW IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM EST /6 PM
CST/ THIS EVENING TO 4 PM EST /3 PM CST/ SATURDAY.
* SNOW ACCUMULATIONS WILL BEGIN ACROSS CENTRAL KENTUCKY EARLY
THIS
EVENING WITH MORE WIDESPREAD SNOW OVERNIGHT INTO SATURDAY
MORNING.
* ACCUMULATIONS...2 TO 4 INCHES EXPECTED...WITH LOCALLY HIGHER
AMOUNTS POSSIBLE.
A WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY FOR SNOW MEANS THAT SNOW WILL CAUSE
PRIMARILY TRAVEL DIFFICULTIES. BE PREPARED FOR SNOW COVERED
ROADS
AND LIMITED VISIBILITIES...AND USE CAUTION WHILE DRIVING.
KSP-Road
Condition Phone Numbers/Winter Driving Tips (Jan.
29)
Due to the anticipated winter weather system moving
towards the Post 15 District, the Kentucky State Police
would like to take this opportunity to provide travelers with
some important numbers and information. For road conditions in
your area of the state, dial 511 or 866-737-3767 and
follow the voice prompts or visit the web at www.511.ky.gov.
For audio winter driving tips visit the web at http://www.kentuckystatepolice.org/posts/post15.htm.
Lebanon-Marion
County Chamber of Commerce Annual Award Recipients Names (Jan.
29)
The Lebanon-Marion
County Chamber of Commerce Annual Membership
and Awards Banquet was held last night at Centre Square.
Recipients of Awards were:
Presidents Award - Mike and Janet Gootee
Outstanding Industry Manager - Dennis Brown
Outstanding Business Person - Rick Goodin
Outstanding Emergency Services Personnel - Don Whitehouse
Outstanding Educator Award - Coury Leathers-Osborne
Outstanding Farmer Award - Kim and Thad Peterson
Outstanding Citizen Award - Melissa Lee Knight
Outstanding Chamber Member - Lebanon Police Chief Shelton
Young
Lebanon Police Update Burglary (Jan. 29)
$4000 in jewelry that was reported stolen from East Main
Street on the 20th, has been located. $500 worth of damage
occurred to the front door of the residence during that
burglary.
State Employees Rally In Frankfort (Jan.
29)
The capitol
rotunda in Frankfort was the stage for a rally by state
employees yesterday. They gathered in an effort to call
attention regarding their pay, safety, and healthcare benefits.
The group included workers from social
service, corrections, and juvenile justice. They
urged lawmakers to fully fund the so-called "Boni
Bill," named after slain social
service aide Boni Frederick. Frederick was killed
in 2006 after taking a baby for what was to have been a final
home visit.
Ford Workers Get Profit-Sharing Checks (Jan.
29)
Ford workers in Louisville will soon be getting something they
haven't had since 2005. Nearly six-thousand hourly
employees will receive profit-sharing checks. Yesterday,
auto executives reported a profit in 2009 of
two-point-seven-billion dollars, ending three years in the red.
Ford Motor Company
was the only automaker in Detroit
to avoid bankruptcy last year. However, the company still
has 34-billion dollars in debt, which is nearly twice as much as
General Motors.
The profit-sharing checks in March will give each worker
450-dollars.
Retirement
Reception for Police Chief Young (Jan.
29)
THE CITY OF LEBANON WILL BE HOSTING A RETIREMENT
RECEPTION FOR POLICE CHIEF SHELTON YOUNG AT CITY HALL FROM 2-6PM
ON FRIDAY (JAN. 29). REFRESHMENTS AND CAKE WILL BE SERVED.
Legislative
Forum Scheduled for Tomorrow (Jan. 29)
The Marion County Farm Bureau will again this year host
a legislative forum, featuring Senator Jimmy Higdon, and House
of Representative Candidates Leo Johnson and Terry Mills. The
event will be held at 9 a.m. Saturday (January 30) in the
conference room of the Farm Bureau office at
690 Metts Drive
.
Basketball Action Tonight (Jan.
29)
Friday
night Washington County hits the road to Ft. Knox for a
Girl Boy Doubleheader. Catch Hal B. Goode on 102.7 FM and
1027WYSB.com online. pre-game at 5:50 and tipoff at 6.
Friday night Marion
County boys are home as they host Nelson County.
The Knight Crew will have the action with pre-game at 7:20 and
tipoff at 7:30
on 100.9 Mike FM and online at lebanonmike.com.
Saturday
afternoon St.
Catharine College will be in action as they travel to
Campbellsville for Women's and Men's Mid South Conference
action. Women's tipoff set for 2
P.M. with the Men's game to follow at 4
P.M. AM1590 WLBN will have the game with online
coverage on 1590wlbn.com.
Winter Storm Watch Friday Morning (Jan. 28)
A WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FOR CENTRAL
KENTUCKY FROM FRIDAY MORNING THROUGH SATURDAY MORNING.
* SNOW WILL BEGIN ACROSS CENTRAL KENTUCKY FRIDAY MORNING AND
SPREAD NORTHWARD TO THE BLUEGRASS BY THE AFTERNOON HOURS.
SNOWFALL WILL CONTINUE THROUGH SATURDAY MORNING.
* A SHARP NORTH TO SOUTH GRADIENT IN ACCUMULATIONS IS LIKELY.
ACCUMULATIONS THROUGH THIS TIME PERIOD ARE EXPECTED TO AVERAGE
FROM 2 TO 5 INCHES NORTH OF A LINE FROM BUTLER THROUGH CASEY
COUNTIES...AND SOUTH OF A LINE FROM BRECKINRIDGE THROUGH CLARK
COUNTIES.
* PERIODS OF HEAVY SNOW AND REDUCED VISIBILITIES COULD CAUSE
TRAVEL PROBLEMS ACROSS THE WATCH AREA FRIDAY INTO
SATURDAY.
A WINTER STORM WATCH MEANS THERE IS A POTENTIAL FOR SIGNIFICANT
SNOW ACCUMULATIONS THAT MAY IMPACT TRAVEL. CONTINUE TO MONITOR
THE LATEST FORECASTS.
Collision on US 68 (Jan. 28)
KSP report a collision that occurred at 4:05pm, 3 miles
west of Lebanon on US68.
Chelsey Wheatley, age 19, of Lebanon was operating at 2006
Mercury, eastbound, on US68, when she lost control, ran off the
roadway, overcorrected, coming back onto the roadway striking a
vehicle being driven by Tyler Royse, age 25, of Columbia.
Royse was operating a 2004 Jeep Cherokee, westbound, on US68,
when the Wheatley vehicle struck him in the side.
Both Wheatley and Royse were wearing their seat belts and were
treated and released at Spring View Hospital.
Stephen Burris of Columbia, age 15, was a passenger in the Royse
vehicle. He was not wearing a seat belt and was not
injured.
LPD Report False Fire Alarm (Jan. 28)
The fire alarm sounded at 5:41pm Tuesday afternoon,
calling the Lebanon Fire Department to a residence on Westside
Drive.
Arriving at the scene at 5:54pm, the officials reported that
nothing was showing. The call was listed as a false alarm.
Nelson County Child Diagnosed With Meningococcal
Disease (Jan. 28)
Lincoln Trail District Health Department has been
informed that a child from Nelson County has been diagnosed with
invasive
meningococcal disease. Meningococcal disease is a
severe bacterial infection of the bloodstream and the thin
lining covering the brain and spinal cord. It is a
relatively rare disease and usually occurs as a single isolated
event. This disease most often affects children and young
adults.
The child attends a Nelson
County Head Start program. Lincoln Trail District
Health Department is taking swift action. Close contacts
have been identified and are being contacted to seek
treatment. Only the close contacts need to receive
preventive antibiotic treatment.
Treatment is only recommended for people with close social
contact with the ill person’s saliva or nose and throat
secretions: eating or drinking from shared plates, utensils or
cups, sharing lip balm, and kissing. All pre-school
age children in a classroom setting with an infected
person are presumed to have close contact. Parents do not need
preventative antibiotic treatment.
Students, parents, and staff should be aware of the
signs/symptoms of the illness and prepared to seek immediate
health care if the following are noted: sudden onset of
fever, vomiting, headache, stiff
neck, irritability, lack of appetite, and sometimes, a
rash.
ST. Charles Middle SBDM Council Special Called Meeting
at 5:15pm Tonight (Jan. 28)
Basketball Action This Week
(Jan. 28)
Friday
night Washington County hits the road to Ft. Knox for a
Girl Boy Doubleheader. Catch Hal B. Goode on 102.7 FM and
1027WYSB.com online. pre-game at 5:50 and tipoff at 6.
Friday night Marion
County boys are home as they host Nelson County.
The Knight Crew will have the action with pre-game at 7:20 and
tipoff at 7:30
on 100.9 Mike FM and online at lebanonmike.com.
Saturday
afternoon St.
Catharine College will be in action as they travel to
Campbellsville for Women's and Men's Mid South Conference
action. Women's tipoff set for 2
P.M. with the Men's game to follow at 4
P.M. AM1590 WLBN will have the game with online
coverage on 1590wlbn.com.
2nd
Walk-Away Apprehended (Jan. 27)
41-year-old John K. Francis, the second of two inmates
that escaped from
Marion
County
adjustment center on January 17th, 2010, was arrested earlier
yesterday by the Mercer
County Sheriff's Department when units responded to a
domestic and located John K. Francis hiding in a closet. He was
being held for Trafficking in a controlled
substance 1st degree and Bail Jumping.
He is lodged in the Marion County Detention Center.
Brian L. Wyatt was arrested on January 21st near Cox’s
Creek, KY.
Lebanon
Police Investigate Criminal Mischief and Make Drug Arrests (Jan.
27)
Lebanon Police are investigating a case of Criminal
mischief in the 3rd, that occurred on the 25th on North Harrison
Street. A passenger side window was broken out on 2008 Kia. $300
worth of estimated amount of damage was done to the
vehicle.
Lebanon Police arrested Christopher A. Smothers, age 28, on the
24th on charges of possession of marijuana, a Marion County
warrant for failure to or improper signal/disregarding stop
sign/operating on expired operators license/D.U.I 1st.
LPD arrested William Ray Moffitt, age 36,
of Lebanon, on the 24th, on charges of trafficking in a
controlled substance 1st- cocaine, possession of marijuana,
fleeing or evading police 2nd, on foot.
One
Vehicle Accident (Jan. 27)
Misty Morales, age 23, of Jimtown Road, left the roadway
in a 1996 Contour, and landed in a nearby yard. Morales,
Maximino Garcia, age 34, of Lebanon, and Daniel Lopez, age 17
months of Jimtown Road were both transported to the Spring View
Hospital. The accident is being attributed to slick
highways.
Yesterday
Was Last Day for Candidate Filing Deadline for Primary Election
(Jan. 27)
So many people are running for office in
Kentucky
it resembles a track meet. Tuesday was the filing deadline
for this year's primaries, and it's shaping up as the most
active election cycle in recent history. At the secretary
of state's office in
Frankfort
, there were eleven candidates for the U.S.
Senate, 23 for the U.S. House, 49 for the state Senate
and 183 for the state House. Republican Brooks Wicker, who
is seeking the congressional seat of John
Yarmuth, said Republicans are encouraged by last week's
election of Massachusetts
Senator Scott Brown.
Locally, the contested races include for:
PVA - William U. Scott & Terry "Catfish" Rakes
Sheriff - Jimmy Clements & Carroll Kirkland
Magistrate for District D - Larry V. Caldwell & Phillip
DeWayne Shively
Magistrate for District E - Mike Peterson, Roger
"Cotton" Smothers, Charlotte Brady Mattingly, &
James Rickie Livers
James R. Moraja, Sr. has filed for Coroner with the only
Republican Candidate being Charles "Chuck" Helm
running for Coroner.
Toyota
Suspends Sales Of Eight Models
(Jan. 27)
Following massive recalls because of sticking gas pedals,
Toyota
is now suspending sales of eight vehicle models. The
unprecedented move comes after the automaker recalled
two-point-three million cars and trucks to fix the
problem.
Toyota
said the suspension is temporary as the company works to
finalize a remedy for the gas pedal problem. At the same
time, the automaker will shut down North American production in
Canada
,
Indiana
,
Kentucky
and
Texas
due to the suspension, but will not shut down any other
plants.
Toyota
officials said Lexus and Scion vehicles are not affected.
Other models which are not included in the suspension are the Toyota Prius,
Tacoma
, and Camry
hybrids.
Toyota is suspending sales on the following models:
2009-2010 RAV4
2009-2010 Corolla
2009-2010 Matrix
2005-2010 Avalon
Certain 2007-2010 Camry
2010 Highlander
2007-2010 Tundra
2008-2010 Sequoia
Ford
Investing Millions Into Explorer Project
(Jan. 27)
There's no word on how it will affect
Kentucky
's production lines, but Ford is investing hundreds of millions
of dollars into a new version of the Explorer SUV.
According to the auto manufacturer, the updated SUV will be
built in
Chicago
late this year and will result in the addition of 12-hundred new
jobs. Ford says the 400-million-dollar investment will
include some 180-million-dollars for manufacturing at its
Chicago-area plants. Another 220-million-dollars will be
pegged for launch and engineering costs. The vehicle is
currently produced in the Blue Grass State.
Eleven
Deaths on
Kentucky
Roadways Last Week
(Jan. 26)
KSP
reports that eleven
people died in ten separate crashes on
Kentucky
roadways from Monday, January 18 through Sunday, January
24, 2010.
All
of the crashes involved motor vehicles and seven of those
victims were not wearing seat belts. Single-fatality
crashes occurred in
Bell
, Carter, Fayette (2), Johnson, Lewis,
Oldham
, Todd and Woodford counties. One crash in Fayette county
involved the suspected use of alcohol.
A
double-fatality crash occurred in
Gallatin
county and involved the suspected use of alcohol.
Through January 24, that
46 people have lost their lives on
Kentucky
roadways during 2010. This is the same number of
fatalities reported for this time period in 2009. There
were 41 motor vehicle fatalities and 26 of those victims
were not wearing seat belts. Five pedestrians have been
killed. Five crashes involved a commercial motor vehicle.
A total of 10 fatalities have resulted from crashes
involving the suspected use of alcohol.
Citizens can contribute to highway safety by reporting
erratic drivers to the Kentucky State Police toll-free at
1-800-222-5555. Callers will remain anonymous and should give a
description of the vehicle, location, direction of travel and
license number if possible.
Lebanon
Police Make Arrests (Jan. 26)
Lebanon Police arrested Shamica V. Calhoun, age
21, of Lebanon, on Saturday on charges of theft by unlawful
taking under $500 "shoplifting. $26 worth of merchandise
was recovered and retained by Wal-Mart.
LPD arrested Daniel Morales, age 26, of Lebanon, on Sunday for
charges of alcohol intoxication, Marion County warrant for
assault 4th "Domestic Violence" and criminal
possession of a forged instrument 3rd.
THE FIRST
MEETING OF THE LEBANON PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE ENFORCEMENT
BOARD WILL BE HELD TONIGHT AT 6PM AT CITY HALL.
Realistic
Dinosaurs Exhibit To Visit Zoo
(Jan. 26)
A major exhibit of robotic dinosaurs is coming to the Louisville
Zoo in late March. "Dinosaurs Alive!" will have
16 of the creatures, including a tyrannosaurus rex. The
beasts roar, snarl and move realistically, and visitors will be
allowed to operate one of them by remote control. The
attraction will have a special fee of four dollars for zoo
members and five dollars for non-members. It's
expected to run through September.
Wildcats Ascend To Top Spot In Poll
(Jan. 26)
To no one's surprise, the
University
of
Kentucky
men's basketball team moved up to number one in the "USA
Today" Top 25 poll on Monday. The 19-and-oh Wildcats
were a unanimous selection, undoubtedly because they're the only
unbeaten team in NCAA Division One. The Cats will defend
their ranking tonight at
South Carolina
.
Identity Revealed In Calipari Dinner
Auction
(Jan. 26)
The winner of a dinner with UK head
basketball coach John
Calipari is none other than telecommunications giant Paul
Orberson. The former
Danville
resident and huge Wildcat supporter drove the bidding up to
nearly 100-thousand-dollars to sit down for a meal with
Coach
Cal
and actress Ashley Judd. The auction was a part of
Calipari's effort to help the earthquake victims in
Haiti
. The entire fundraiser was able to generate more than
one-million-dollars. Orberson made his fortune with Excel
Telecommunications.
Basketball Action This Week
(Jan. 26)
Tuesday
night the Marion County Lady Knights are in action as
they travel to Bardstown for girls action. Jeremey
McClendon has the call on 100.9 Mike FM and lebanonmike.com.
Pre game at 7:20
and tipoff at 7:30.
Tuesday night 5th Region action as Washington County hosts
Caverna in a girl boy doubleheader. Hal B. Goode has the
call on 102.7 WYSB and online at 1027wysb.com. GAME HAS
BEEN CHANGED TO 6:30PM.
Friday
night Washington County hits the road to Ft. Knox for a
Girl Boy Doubleheader. Catch Hal B. Goode on 102.7 FM and
1027WYSB.com online. pre-game at 5:50 and tipoff at 6.
Friday night Marion
County boys are home as they host Nelson County.
The Knight Crew will have the action with pre-game at 7:20 and
tipoff at 7:30
on 100.9 Mike FM and online at lebanonmike.com.
Saturday
afternoon St.
Catharine College will be in action as they travel to
Campbellsville for Women's and Men's Mid South Conference
action. Women's tipoff set for 2
P.M. with the Men's game to follow at 4
P.M. AM1590 WLBN will have the game with online
coverage on 1590wlbn.com.
Lebanon Police Report Car Fire (Jan. 25)
On Saturday at around 12:26, Lebanon Dispatch received a
call of a car on fire at the Lebanon City Park in the upper
part. LPD Unit 11 was dispatched at 12:27 and arrived on the
scene. The Lebanon Fire Department was dispatched and was en
route at 12:30. Lebanon fire department arrived on the scene at
12:32 and the scene was cleared at 12:48.
Lebanon Police Investigating Theft and
Burglary (Jan. 25)
LPD is investigating two counts of theft of motor
vehicle registration plate/decals. Two license plates, valued at
$42, were reportedly stolen from E-Z auto sales on the
18th.
Lebanon Police are also investigating a case of burglary
2nd/criminal mischief 3rd that occurred on East Main Street on
the 20th. A gold oval amethyst ring and a gold oval diamond ring
with ring guards, total value of $4,100 stolen. $500 worth of
damage occurred to the front door of the victim's
residence.
GOP's McConnell: Start
Over On Healthcare (Jan. 25)
The top Republican in the U.S.
Senate wants Congress to scrap current healthcare
reform legislation and start over. Mitch
McConnell of Kentucky told NBC's "Meet the
Press" the message from the U.S.
Senate election in Massachusetts sent that notification
clearly. In that race, Republican Scott Brown beat
Democrat Martha Coakley to fill the term of the late Ted
Kennedy, breaking the Democrats supermajority.
McConnell called for a concentration on reducing costs,
addressing "junk lawsuits against doctors and
hospitals," and doing it in a bipartisan fashion. He
said while Republicans were negotiating the bills, their ideas
were not included in what passed the House and Senate. On
universal coverage, McConnell said expanding
health insurance coverage is a good idea but the plans
which have passed "still didn't end up covering
everybody." He expressed hope that the current bills
on the table are "finished."
Gospel
Melodies Will Feature Church
Choirs in Friendly Competition (Jan.
25)
Gospel Melodies, a church
choir competition, will be held Sat.,
March 20, in Lebanon.
This event will
feature choirs from across the state vying for the title and
cash prizes. Hosted by the non-profit Marion County Arts &
Humanities Council, the event will be held at the Lebanon
Presbyterian Church
Each choir will
perform two selections. The event starts at 6:30
p.m. and lasts until the final choir has performed and
the winners announced.
There is an entry
fee of $25 and the first 10 choirs to apply will be accepted.
The deadline to enter is Sat.,
Feb. 20.
Groups will be
judged on choice and expression of song, rhythm, tempo and
dynamics, quality and balance of voices, pitch and projection
and stage presence and general effect.
Admission to
spectators is $10 per person. Proceeds will be used for the many
cultural activities sponsored by the MCAHC throughout the year.
For details and a
downloadable application, go to www.MarionCountyArts.org,
call 270.692.4265 or e-mail festival@marioncountyarts.org.
Basketball Action This Week
(Jan. 25)
Monday
night it's a Girl Boy 19th District Double header as
Bardstown host Bethlehem. Jermery McCLendon
has the call on 102.7 WYSB and online at 1027wysb.com.
pre-game at 5:50
with tipoff set for 6.
Tuesday
night the Marion County Lady Knights are in action as
they travel to Bardstown for girls action. Jeremey
McClendon has the call on 100.9 Mike FM and lebanonmike.com.
Pre game at 7:20
and tipoff at 7:30.
Tuesday night 5th Region action as Washington County hosts
Caverna in a girl boy doubleheader. Hal B. Goode has the
call on 102.7 WYSB and online at 1027wysb.com. Pregame
at 5:50 and tipoff at 6.
Friday
night Washington County hits the road to Ft. Knox for a
Girl Boy Doubleheader. Catch Hal B. Goode on 102.7 FM and
1027WYSB.com online. pre-game at 5:50 and tipoff at 6.
Friday night Marion
County boys are home as they host Nelson County.
The Knight Crew will have the action with pre-game at 7:20 and
tipoff at 7:30
on 100.9 Mike FM and online at lebanonmike.com.
Saturday
afternoon St.
Catharine College will be in action as they travel to
Campbellsville for Women's and Men's Mid South Conference
action. Women's tipoff set for 2
P.M. with the Men's game to follow at 4
P.M. AM1590 WLBN will have the game with online
coverage on 1590wlbn.com.
Authorities Still Looking for Inmate;
Other Apprehended (Jan. 22)
Authorities are still searching for an inmate that
walked away from the Marion Adjustment Center on Sunday
afternoon.
John K. Francis is a 41-year-old white male, 5 feet 7 inches,
170 pounds, with brown hair and green eyes. He was being
held for Trafficking in a controlled
substance 1st degree and Bail Jumping.
If anyone has any information regarding the whereabouts of this
escapee, please contact the Kentucky
State Police at 1-800-222-5555
or Lebanon Police at 692-2121.
38-year-old Brian L. Wyatt was arrested yesterday at 3:10pm by
the Nelson County
Sheriff’s Department at a relative’s residence near
Cox’s Creek, KY. He is being held in the Nelson County
Jail.
Again, John K. Francis, who is from Harrodsburg, is still at
large.
Francis was scheduled for release in February
of 2011
Lebanon
Police Report (Jan. 22)
LPD is investigating a case of theft by unlawful taking
under $500 that occurred on the 8th of Dec.
A purse, wallet, digital camera, cash and personal items, total
value of $240 was removed from a vehicle while it was parked on
Woodlawn Avenue at the Cornerstone to Learning Lot.
The purse and wallet were recovered by City employees on
Woodlawn Avenue on Wednesday and returned to the owner.
LPD arrested Nancy J. Mattingly, age 48, of
Campbellsville, on Wednesday, on charges of theft by
unlawful taking under $500 "shoplifting", criminal
trespass 3rd, and possession of marijuana. Merchandise, valued
at $47.32, was recovered and retained by Walmart.
LPD arrested Douglas B. Lay, age 54, of
Springfield, on Wednesday, on charges of theft by
unlawful taking under $500 "shoplifting". Merchandise,
valued at $19.96 was recovered and retained by Walmart.
Small Hike In Kentucky's Jobless Rate (Jan.
22)
Kentucky's jobless rate showed a small increase in December.
Unemployment hit ten-point-seven-percent last month after being
ten-point-six-percent in November. The national
jobless rate in December was ten-percent. Kentucky
has lost nearly 60-thousand non-farm jobs since December of 2008
and about 113-thousand jobs since the recession began in
December of 2007.
Amendment On Gambling Fails In Senate (Jan.
22)
A constitutional
amendment that would require a constitutional amendment
to expand gambling in Kentucky lost by a party-line
vote Thursday in the state
Senate. The measure, introduced by Senate
President David Williams, is intended to make it more
difficult to expand gambling in the state. Pro-gambling
Democrats have been pushing for a change in state law to allow slot
machines at racetracks. For passage, that would
require only a simple majority in each house of the legislature.
State Rep Says He Won't Run Again (Jan. 22)
State Representative Harry Moberly says he won't be back once
his term expires in December. The veteran lawmaker has
decided to retire from politics after 31 years, and concentrate
on family life and his job at Eastern
Kentucky University. He told the
"Herald-Leader" he said he'd spent enough time in the
political arena. Moberly is currently the executive
vice president at EKU.
Basketball Action This Weekend
(Jan. 22)
Tonight Marion County is in
20th district action as they host Taylor County in at Girl Boy
Doubleheader. The knight crew will have the call on 100.9
Mike FM and online at lebanonmike.com. Pregame
at 6:20
and tipoff at 6:30.
Tonight it's a make up game in the 19th
District as Bethlehem travels to Washington County for a Girl
Boy Doubleheader. Hal B. Goode has the call with pre-game
at 5:50
and tip-off at 6 on 102.7 F.M. and www.1027wysb.com.
Saturday
afternoon St.
Catharine College Basketball continues as the Patriots
will visit the Bears of Pikeville. Coverage for the men's
begins at 3:50 with tipoff at 4. Catch the action on
AM1590 WLBN and 1590WLBN.com
Lebanon Police Report
(Jan. 21)
Joseph Michael Spalding, age 24, of Lebanon was arrested
by LPD on Tuesday on charges of theft by unlawful taking under
$500 "shoplifting".
$3.15 in merchandise was recovered and retained by Higdon's
Foodtown.
Fifteen Deaths on
Kentucky
Roadways Last Week
(Jan. 21)
Kentucky State Police say that fifteen people died in fifteen
separate crashes on
Kentucky
roadways from Monday, January 11 through Sunday, January
17, 2010.
Thirteen of the crashes involved motor vehicles and seven of
those victims were not wearing seat belts. Single-fatality
crashes occurred in Anderson, Bullitt, Campbell, Carter,
Christian, Clay (2), Laurel (2), Leslie, Warren, Whitley and
Woodford counties. The crashes in Christian, Clay and Warren
counties involved the suspected use of alcohol.
Two pedestrian involved fatalities occurred in Hardin and
Jefferson counties.
Through January 17, 34 people
have lost their lives on
Kentucky
roadways during 2010. This is 1 less fatality than
reported for the same time period in 2009. There
were 29 motor vehicle fatalities and 19 of those victims
were not wearing seat belts. Five pedestrians have been
killed. One crash involved a commercial motor vehicle.
A total of 7 fatalities have resulted from crashes
involving the suspected use of alcohol.
Citizens can contribute to highway safety
by reporting erratic drivers to the Kentucky State Police
toll-free at 1-800-222-5555. Callers will remain anonymous and
should give a description of the vehicle, location, direction of
travel and license number if possible.
House Speaker Speaks Out On Budget Plan
(Jan. 21)
House Speaker Greg Stumbo yesterday
said there's no support for a budget relying on gambling revenue
proposed by the governor. Stumbo instructed the House
budget subcommittee to begin work on a new spending blueprint.
However, Governor Beshear said he disagrees about a lack of
advocates for his budget and is counting on 780-million dollars
in revenue from expanded gambling. The policy would permit
video gambling machines at the state's racetracks.
Cancer Center Earns Accreditation
(Jan. 21)
A prestigious three-year national accreditation for quality of
care has been awarded to the
University
of
Louisville
's
James
Graham
Brown
Cancer
Center
. It's the first breast-cancer center in the
Bluegrass
State
to receive the distinction from the
American
College
of Surgeons. The facility was required to be in
compliance with more than two dozen standards to receive the
designation. University
President James Ramsey says it's proof of having a
world-class center.
Louisville
Outreach Team Arrives In
Haiti
(Jan. 21)
Eight workers from
Louisville
's Edge Outreach arrived Wednesday in
Haiti
to begin installing water-purification units for earthquake
survivors. The nonprofit group plans to set up as many as
nine small purifiers, purifying up to ten-thousand gallons of
water a day. The Edge Outreach team is planning to stay
until late January. It is working in conjunction with the
Salvation Army.
Lebanon Police Report
(Jan. 20)
Lebanon Police are investigating a case of theft by unlawful
taking over $500 "auto". A 1996 Toyota Camry 4-door,
valued at $3000 was reported stolen on Monday (Jan. 18) from Old
Springfield Road, Rakes Bros. Garage.
The vehicle was located later in the day on U.S. 31 East in
Nelson County, by the Nelson County Sheriff's Office.
Lebanon Police arrested Bridget D. Hayden, age 37, of Lebanon on
charges of theft by unlawful taking under $500.
Hayden was served a warrant on the 16th by Officer Reece
Riley.
LPD arrested Rebecca S. Hubbard, age 22, of Lebanon, on the 15th
on a Boyle County Warrant for theft by deception.
Miss Marion County Fair Places
3rd (Jan.
20)
Miss Marion Co. Fair representative, Allison Carroll
placed third Saturday
night at the County Fair State Convention at the Galt
House in Louisville KY. There were 89 counties in
Kentucky that had representatives present.
Kentucky Budget Dependent On Gaming
Revenue (Jan. 20)
The Bluegrass State needs money from expanded gambling to avoid
severe cuts to education and human services. Yesterday, Governor
Steve Beshear presented a budget that included
780-million dollars in gaming revenue over the next two fiscal
years. Beshear said 850-million dollars in cuts
would be required without it. The 18-billion-dollar budget
doesn't have tax increases or layoffs of state employees.
On the other hand, the gambling bill hasn't even been introduced
to the legislature, and is already considered a long shot to get
a green light.
Railroad Jobs May Move From Danville
(Jan. 20)
Officials at Norfolk
Southern Railroad are thinking about eliminating Danville
as a crew change location and move to Burnside
in Pulaski County.
Rodney Noakes, representative for the Brotherhood
of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen, said nobody knows
right now exactly what's going to happen, and the union plans to
negotiate with the railroad soon. Robin
Chapman, spokesman for the Virginia-based company, said
employees could qualify for relocation or reverse lodging, but
the move isn't expected to happen for another 12 months.
Marion
County High School Parent/teacher Conference Today
From 4:30pm – 6:30pm. (Jan.
20)
Basketball Action Tonight and This Week
(Jan. 20)
Wednesday
night the "All A Classic" continues with the
semi final round. Washington County will face Green
County in boys action. Tipoff is set for 7:30
with pre-game around 7:20
on 102.7 WYSB and online at 1027wysb.com.
Friday night Marion County is in
20th district action as they host Taylor County in at Girl Boy
Doubleheader. The knight crew will have the call on 100.9
Mike FM and online at lebanonmike.com. Pregame
at 5:50
and tipoff at 6.
Friday night it's a make up game in the 19th
District as Bethlehem travels to Washington County for a Girl
Boy Doubleheader. Hal B. Goode has the call with pre-game
at 5:50
and tip-off at 6 on 102.7 F.M. and www.1027wysb.com.
Saturday
afternoon St.
Catharine College Basketball continues as the Patriots
will visit the Bears of Pikeville. Coverage for the men's
begins at 3:50 with tipoff at 4. Catch the action on
AM1590 WLBN and 1590WLBN.com
Authorities Still Searching for Two Escapees From MAC
(Jan. 19)
At approximately 9:15pm Sunday night, it was verified that
Kentucky inmates Brian Wyatt and John Francis walked away from
the Minimum Security Unit of Marion Adjustment Center locate in
St. Mary.
Inmate Wyatt is described as a 38 year old white male, 6'5"
tall, weighing 310 pounds. He has brown eyes, brown hair with a
large build and fair complexion.
Inmate Francis is described as a 40 year old white male,
5'10" tall, weighing 200 pounds. He has brown hair, green
eyes, with a medium build and medium complexion.
Wyatt is serving a a 10 year sentence for Engaging in Organized
Crime-Criminal Syndicate and two counts of Trafficking in
Controlled Substance, 1st degree methamphetamine, out of
Jefferson County. Wyatt's Parole Board date was June 14, 2011.
Francis is serving a 6 year sentence for Trafficking Controlled
substance, 1st degree, and Bail Jumping 1st degree out of Mercer
County. Francis was scheduled to serve out his sentence Feb. 15,
2011.
Officials from the Department of Corrections and CCA-the company
that operates MAC-are investigating the circumstances behind the
walk-away. The Kentucky State Police and local law enforcement
are searching for inmates Wyatt and Francis at this time. If
anyone has any information on their whereabouts, they should
contact the facility at 692-9622, KSP at 1-800-222-5555 or
Lebanon Police at 692-2121.
Danville Dentist To Help ID Bodies In
Haiti
(Jan. 19)
Dr. Corky Deaton left for Haiti yesterday morning to take part
in a project to assist the Haitian government. The
Danville dentist will help identify the remains of people killed
in the devastating earthquake. Matching teeth with dental
records is among the primary tools to identify persons killed in
disasters, accidents, and homicides. Deaton previously
helped identify bodies after Hurricane
Katrina, and during the forensic
investigation of Comair
Flight 5191 that crashed at Bluegrass Field in Lexington
in 2006.
Shepherdsville Girl With Rare Malady Dies
(Jan. 19)
Hailey Goranflo was suffering from late infantile Batten
disease that causes seizures, dementia, blindness, and
finally death. Seven-year-old Hailey lost her battle with
the rare genetic
disease and died in Shepherdsville.
Hailey had shown signs of improvement in 2008 after returning
from China where she received stem-cell treatments.
Officials say only 250 children suffer from the illness
nationwide.
"Titanic" Exhibit Extended In Louisville
(Jan. 19)
Artifacts recovered from the "Titanic"
will continue to be on display for another three weeks at the
Louisville Science Center. The popular exhibit opened on
October 3rd and is scheduled to end on
March 7th. The event increased the number of
visitors to the center by about 85 percent during the
fourth-quarter of 2009. The famous ocean
liner went down on her first voyage after hitting an
iceberg in the North
Atlantic on the night of April 15th, 1912.
Basketball Action Tonight and This Week
(Jan. 19)
Tuesday night it will be a 20th District game as Marion
County travels to Adair County for a Girl Boy
Doubleheader. Girls tipoff is at 6:30
with the Knight Crew on 100.9 Mike FM and online at lebanonmike.com.
Pre-game at 6:20
Tuesday
night Nelson County will be at home in action. It
will be a Boy Girl Double header. Game 1 at 6 will have
the boys facing Bullitt East and in the nightcap the lady cards
will face off against North Hardin. Jeremery McClendon
will have the call with pregame at 5:50
on 102.7 F.M. and online at 1027wysb.com.
Friday night Marion County is in
20th district action as they host Taylor County in at Girl Boy
Doubleheader. The knight crew will have the call on 100.9
Mike FM and online at lebanonmike.com. Pregame
at 5:50
and tipoff at 6.
Closings
For Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (Jan 18)
No Garbage Pick-up in Marion County Today, today's
routes will be picked up along with tomorrow's routes. Tuesday
will be a "double up" day, so the routes may run a
little earlier than normal.
The Marion County Judge's office in the David R. Hourigan Gov.
Center will be closed today.
--All Washington County Public offices will be closed today.
Two Escape From MAC
(Jan. 18)
At approximately 9:15pm last night, it was verified that
Kentucky inmates Brian Wyatt and John Francis walked away from
the Minimum Security Unit of Marion Adjustment Center locate in
St. Mary.
Inmate Wyatt is described as a 38 year old white male, 6'5"
tall, weighing 310 pounds. He has brown eyes, brown hair with a
large build and fair complexion.
Inmate Francis is described as a 40 year old white male,
5'10" tall, weighing 200 pounds. He has brown hair, green
eyes, with a medium build and medium complexion.
Wyatt is serving a a 10 year sentence for Engaging in Organized
Crime-Criminal Syndicate and two counts of Trafficking in
Controlled Substance, 1st degree methamphetamine, out of
Jefferson County. Wyatt's Parole Board date was June 14, 2011.
Francis is serving a 6 year sentence for Trafficking Controlled
substance, 1st degree, and Bail Jumping 1st degree out of Mercer
County. Francis was scheduled to serve out his sentence Feb. 15,
2011.
Officials from the Department of Corrections and CCA-the company
that operates MAC-are investigating the circumstances behind the
walk-away. The Kentucky State Police and local law enforcement
are searching for inmates Wyatt and Francis at this time. If
anyone has any information on their whereabouts, they should
contact the facility at 692-9622, KSP at 1-800-222-5555 or
Lebanon Police at 692-2121.
Manning Places in Top 10 of
KY State Jr. Miss (Jan. 18)
Michelle
Manning, the 2010 Marion County Junior Miss, finished in the top
10 of Kentucky's Junior Miss pageant, which was held Friday and
Saturday.
Manning won a $300 cash scholarship for the Friendship Award
during the state competition.
In an update, Buddy Hoskinson from the KY Jr Miss called to say
an error was made and Manning also won a $500 cash scholarship
for Overall Fitness, which was in error announced to a different
contestant at the state program.
She is the daughter of Curt and Judy Manning.
Dr.
King Celebration Planned Tonight (Jan. 18)
"THE DR. MARTIN
LUTHER KING JR. CELEBRATION" WILL BE HELD AT THE RIVER OF
LIVE CHURCH ON HWY 555 IN SPRINGFIELD ON MONDAY (JAN. 18) AT
7PM. THE KEYNOTE SPEAKER IS REV. BILLY JENKINS FROM MT. ZION
BAPTIST CHURCH IN SHEPHERDSVILLE. ALL ARE WELCOME.
Lebanon Police
Activity (Jan. 15)
Lebanon Police arrested Timothy A. Washington, age 41,
of Lebanon, Tuesday, on a Boyle County warrant for theft by
deception Under $300.
Lebanon Police arrested Jessica L. Turpin, age 24, of Lebanon,
yesterday, on a Taylor County warrant for theft by unlawful taking
"shoplifting".
Lebanon Police arrested David L. Curtsinger, age 38, of
Campbellsville, on Taylor County warrants for charges of
Rape 1st-strongarm/sodomy 1st/intimidating a witness/unlawful
transaction with a minor 3rd and being a persistent felony
offender 2nd.
He was lodged in the Marion County Detention Center.
KSP
Report Accident in Washington County (Jan.
15)
Trooper Nathan Rhodes is investigating an injury collision that
occurred Tuesday at 10:20 PM, 12 miles north of
Springfield
on KY Highway 429. 17 year old Samantha Seger, of
Springfield
, was operating a 2002 Ford southbound on KY Highway 429, when
she dropped off the shoulder of the roadway. Seger
overcorrected and ran off the roadway, striking a tree.
Seger was treated and released at
Springview
Hospital
. There were 2 passengers in Seger’s vehicle: 14
year old Lee Ann Abell and 15 year old Emily Seger, both of
Springfield
. Both passengers were flown to the
University
of
Louisville
, where they will be treated and released. No occupants in
the vehicle were wearing seatbelts.
UPS Pilots Will Fly Free To Haiti
(Jan. 15)
United
Parcel Service pilots have offered to fly free to Haiti.
The Independent Pilots Association represents the
Louisville-based airline's 28-hundred pilots and has set up an
electronic volunteer database for members to sign up for the
missions. UPS Public Relations Manager Jackie Blair said
the flights will be coordinated through the UPS Foundation, a
nonprofit arm of Atlanta-based UPS. The airline will also
donate a million dollars to Haiti relief efforts.
Beshear Signs Education
Bill Into Law (Jan.
15)
Governor Steve Beshear has signed an education bill into law,
which allows the state to compete for millions of dollars in
federal stimulus money. Yesterday, Beshear thanked
legislators from both sides of the aisle for their quick action
in getting the house bill into his hands. He says not only
does it allow the state to compete, it sets a precedent for the
future. At the same time, the governor also signed the
state's application for the Race To The Top program, which gives
federal dollars to help improve underperforming schools.
Abortion Bill Gets Committee Approval
(Jan. 15)
An abortion bill has been sent to the full state
senate after getting committee approval yesterday.
The bill would require women look at an ultrasound picture of
the unborn child
before an abortion would be performed. Supporters of the
measure say women will be more educated about the consequences
of an abortion. Opponents say it makes the women have
additional hardships and even more costs involved.
Women would be required to meet face-to-face with physicians or
their representatives at least 24 hours before the procedure.
Similar bills have passed the Republican-controlled Senate in
recent sessions only to die in the Democratic-controlled House.
Basketball
Action This Weekend (Jan. 15)...
Friday night action on Commonwealth Broadcasting
includes plenty of District action.
Marion County will be at home for a 20th district
boy girl matchup as they face Campbellsville. Pregame is
set for 6:15
and tipoff for the boys is set for 6:30. Catch the Knight
crew with the call on 100.9 Mike FM and online at
lebanonmike.com.
Meanwhile, Washington County will face Bardstown in a boy-girl
doubleheader in 19th District play. Hal B. Goode will have
the call on 102.7 F.M. and online at 1027wysb.com.
Saturday
afternoon it will be St. Catharine Men and Women's Basketball
on AM1590 WLBN, live from Lourdes Hall on the campus of St.
Catharine. St. Catharine will face Mid South Conference foe University
of the Cumberlands. Women's tip-off is at 2 with
Men at 4. Pre-game is at 1:50 on AM1590 WLBN and online at
1590WLBN.com.
Lebanon Police
Activity (Jan. 14)
Lebanon Police is investigating the theft of a 1996
Chevrolet Lumina 4 door from Kelly Way on the 10th. The car was
recovered on the 11th at Rolling/Monica Avenue, but the in-car
compact disk/stereo player had been removed.
In a case of burglary 1st/criminal mischief 3rd, 5 guns, valued
at $1,750 were reported stolen on the 8th from Howard Avenue.
Damage occurred to the door of the residence during the
burglary.
In a case of theft by unlawful taking under $500, a LG 830 Flag
Spider Cell phone, valued at $250, was stolen on the 11th from
Movie Gallery.
Lebanon Police arrested Donald Mitchell Leake, age 19, of
Raywick, on charges of theft by unlawful taking over $500 being
"shoplifting". An Apple I-phone, valued at $499.99,
and a hooded jacket, valued at $43 (total of $542) was reported
stolen from Walmart on the 11th. Leake was also charged with
Marion County warrants for disorderly conduct/resisting arrest,
operating on a suspended or revoked operators license and
careless Driving.
Senate Panel Passes Nuclear-Power Bill (Jan.
14)
A bill that would end the quarter-century ban on nuclear power
in Kentucky has cleared a Kentucky
Senate committee. The 1984 moratorium prevents
construction of nuclear
power plants without access to a permanent disposal
facility for their radioactive waste. State
Senator Bob Leeper of Paducah says it would take ten
years for construction to begin at any new Kentucky power plant.
Leeper would like to see such a plant in his Western Kentucky
district.
Hearing Delayed On Video Lottery Amendment (Jan.
14)
A Kentucky Senate
hearing has been delayed on the proposed
constitutional amendment to legalize video
lottery terminals. Senator Damon Thayer of
Georgetown says he wants to see if there's support from the
horse industry. The bill would allow the video terminals
in the seven counties with racetracks. A statewide vote
would be needed to ratify the change, and there would be
local-option votes where the slots parlors would be located.
Thayer says the plan would provide 100-million dollars a year
for purses and breeding incentives.
Pay Cuts For Beshear's Cabinet Members (Jan.
14)
Kentucky
Governor Steve Beshear says a ten-percent pay cut is in
store for senior members of his administration. Beshear
says it's an effort to show solidarity with financially
challenged Kentuckians. Last year, Beshear and Lieutenant
Governor Daniel Mongiardo took ten-percent pay cuts.
That would be expanded to include all 13 cabinet
secretaries. The reductions would save the state
more than 227-thousand dollars.
Calorie Count Requirements For Restaurants Likely On Legislative
Agenda (Jan. 14)
It's taken two sessions, but a bill requiring restaurant chains
to post calorie contents in their establishments will likely be
heard in committee. The bill proposed by Senator Denise
Harper Angel in past sessions has gotten the support of Representative
Kelly Flood in the state house. Flood says she will
file the same measure, and house leaders have already said it
will get a hearing. Chains with at least 20 locations
would be required to post the nutritional facts about their
food.
Lebanon Police
Activity (Jan. 13)
Lebanon Police is investigating a case of burglary
2nd/criminal mischief in the 3rd that happened on New Year's Day
on North Forest Street.
Coin change ($2.00) and consumable goods ($4.00) were stolen and
$200 worth of damage occurred to the door frame and trim of the
residence.
In a case of theft by unlawful taking under $500, an Evenflo
carseat, valued at $100, was reported stolen on/about the 10th
of January from Cypress Street.
There has been an update in a Dec. Theft case.
On Dec. 9, $339 worth of construction tools/items were reported
stolen from a residence at Rosenwald Village. On Monday, all of
the property was recovered by the owner.
Bill Would Ease Transfer To Four-Year
Schools (Jan. 13)
It soon could become easier for Kentucky's community-college
students to transfer to four-year public
universities. A bill that cleared a House
committee on
Tuesday would require the Kentucky
Community and Technical College System to align its arts
and science courses with bachelor's degree
programs at the state
universities. It would prohibit the universities
from requiring community-college graduates to repeat or take
additional lower-level courses in the same major.
Education officials want to nearly triple the number of
community-college transfers to four-year institutions by the
year 2020.
Marion County Board of Education Meeting (Jan.
13)
Marion County Board of Education met in regular session
last night at 7pm at the Board Office.
County Judge Executive John G. Mattingly presented a
proclamation from the Marion County Fiscal Court designating the
month of January as School Board Recognition Month.
Superintendent Smith expressed gratitude and appreciation to the
Board members for their service and presented certificates to
the board members on behalf of the Kentucky School Boards
Association.
After a short recess to enjoy refreshments for the celebration
of School Board Recognition Month, the Board was back to
business.
During the Superintendent's Report, Smith said that MCHS
Assistant Principals job had been posted and they were now
taking applications. Tammy Newcome resigned as Assistant High
School Principal on 12/31/2009.
Judy Gaddie reported that the District has taken 3 snow days,
and it is early in the season. Upon her recommendation, the
Board decided to use President's Day, Feb. 15, as a make-up day.
During the discussion of snow days, Smith said that there was
probably a lot that the average person wasn't aware of to make
sure the students are safe. Smith said he learned a lot as he
rode with Wayne Keene, Transportation Director, over the last
week. He said that he knew there were some questions over
whether school should have been cancelled Monday, but Keene said
there were several roads completely iced-over in the county
Monday. Keene also said he'd been out since 3:30am yesterday
morning, checking the roads, before deciding on the 1 hour delay
yesterday.
Closings Today Include
(Jan. 12):
* Marion County schools on 1 hour delay
Last Day to Mail Absentee
Ballot is Jan. 26
(Jan. 12)
The Last Day to Mail an Absentee Ballot for the Feb. 2
Special election is Jan. 26. All applications must be in the
County Clerk's Office by then. Anyone who due to age or illness
is unable to go to the polls may request a ballot. To request an
application, you will need to call the County Clerk's Office at
692-2651.
Anyone who is going to be out of town on this date may go into
the office starting on Jan. 19, to vote on the absentee
machine.
Lebanon City Council
Meeting (Jan. 12)
Lebanon City Council met in regular session last night.
At last night's meeting, the Mayor confirmed that Police Chief
Shelton Young is resigning. His last day will be Jan. 31st.
After posting the job, the City must wait 60 days before hiring,
and then there also may be delays for various reasons, such as
background checks, etc.
Council approved the first reading of an ordinance annexing
territory located on Bradfordsville Highway and approved a
resolution supporting the assistance agreement by and between
Kentucky infrastructure authority and the City of Lebanon.
Also at last night's meeting, the Council agreed to start very
early preliminary work to help students at the Area Technology
Center get real-world experience by building houses. Nothing is
set in stone yet, information was just discussed as possible
ways to help achieve this project.
UK Gets Research Grant From Feds
(Jan. 12)
The federal government has given the University
of Kentucky nearly 12-million dollars in grant money for
energy research. The money will go to programs including
researching better battery technology for vehicles. Also,
the money will expand lab space. Governor
Steve Beshear made the announcement yesterday with UK
President Lee Tood at the state
capitol. The entire bill for the project is just
under 16-million dollars, with money coming from state federal
stimulus dollars and the school.
Accused Cross-Dressing Robbery Suspect Pleads Not Guilty
(Jan. 12)
The man accused of robbing two Kentucky businesses and a bank
while dressed as a woman has pleaded not guilty to the charges.
During his arraignment yesterday, 40-year-old Troy Lear answered
two charges of robbery. He is being held on 50-thousand
dollars bond at the Madison
County Detention Center. Authorities say he held up
a Cumberland
Valley National Bank, as well as a Richmond
hotel and a check cashing business in Danville.
Dropouts Prove Costly To State Economy
(Jan. 12)
Kentucky's high
school dropouts are doing more than short-circuiting
their future. They're costing the state money.
According to the National
Conference of State Legislatures, students who dropped
out last year will cost the state four-billion dollars in lost tax
revenue over their lifetime. They'll also be more
likely to go to prison or need social services, costing
taxpayers even more. Governor Steve Beshear has vowed to
push for legislation to raise the dropout age from 16 to 18.
Closings Today Include
(Jan. 11):
* NO school for Marion County
Washington and Nelson County School Districts on 1 hour
delay
* Lebanon Senior Citizen's Centers will be
closed today.
TWO
MEMBERS OF COCAINE CONSPIRACY SENTENCED
(Jan. 11):
On January 5, 2010,
in United States District Court, Bowling Green, Kentucky,
Eladio Pedroza, Jr., a/k/a Junior,
age 30, of Campbellsville, Kentucky, was sentenced to 5
years’ imprisonment, and Jeffery
Lynn Bivens, age 25, of
Cecilia, Kentucky, was sentenced to 5 years’ imprisonment, for
possession with intent to distribute more than 500 grams of
cocaine, United States Attorney Candace G. Hill of the Western
District of Kentucky announced today. Thomas B. Russell,
Judge, United States District Court, also sentenced both
defendants to 5 years’ supervised release following
imprisonment. There
is no parole in the federal judicial system.
Pursuant to their plea
agreements, Pedroza and Bivens had each previously admitted to
the following: between January 10, 2009 and January 13, 2009, in
the Western District of Kentucky, Taylor County, the defendants
engaged in a conspiracy to possess and distribute two kilograms
of cocaine. On January 10, 2009, a confidential informant
(CI), working on behalf of the High Intensity Drug Trafficking
Area (HIDTA) Task Force, went to Bivens' residence, and met with
Bivens and Pedroza, a/k/a Junior, to purchase a kilogram of
cocaine. Bivens gave the CI approximately 1g of cocaine as
sample to show the quality of the kilo. A price of $29,000
for the kilo was agreed upon by Bivens and the CI.
Following the meeting at the residence, the CI placed recorded
phone calls to Bivens and the co-defendant Lamer to arrange the
pick up of the kilo of cocaine. On January 13, 2009, a
meeting time and place was arranged. HIDTA Task Force
officers, having the co-defendant Lamer under surveillance,
watched as he met with the co-defendant Pedroza at a Vista
Motel. Lamer was stopped by HIDTA Task Force officers on
his way to the arranged meeting with the CI. During the
stop Lamer produced one kilo of cocaine and was arrested.
Following Lamer’s arrest, Pedroza was stopped by HIDTA
Task Force officers and arrested. An additional kilo of
cocaine was recovered from Pedroza's vehicle. In the
vehicle along with Pedroza, were the co-defendants Dejesus
Cortez Contreras, age 41, a Mexican National and Cruz Serrano
Garcia, a/k/a Big Boy, age 60, a Mexican National. All of
the recovered cocaine was tested and lab reports establish the
total amount of cocaine to be 1,700 g, with an approximate
street value of $170,000.
Co-defendants Contreras and Lamer, having previously pled
guilty, are scheduled to be sentenced before Judge Russell on
March 1, 2010 and February 1, 2010 respectively. Defendant
Garcia remains set for trial on February 18, 2010.
The case is being prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney
Mac Shannon, and it was investigated by the Bowling Green Warren
County Drug Task Force and by the Department of Homeland
Security Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
State May Step In On Divorce
Claims
(Jan. 11):
Public-employee retirement systems could soon be forced to honor
domestic-relations orders in Kentucky. Some state
legislators want to make it easier for residents involved
in a divorce to collect on state pensions that are considered
marital assets. Currently, 45 of 50 states have mechanisms
that provide for retirement system benefit payments to a
divorced spouse. Most private-sector pension plans are
required to honor domestic-relations orders.
Hospital Ends Pediatric
Heart Transplants
(Jan. 11):
Kosair
Children's Hospital is no longer performing pediatric
heart transplants. The hospital performed the country's
second successful heart
transplant on an infant 24 years ago and was the only
hospital in the state serving such a need. Hospital
officials say the decision was based on low patient volume, the
deaths of both babies who received transplants last year and a
change in leadership of the program. Even in a peak year
in 2005, doctors performed only five transplants.
Arts Center
Evacuated By Electrical
Fire
A weekend electrical fire caused more than 100 people to be
evacuated from the Kentucky
Center for the Performing Arts. An improv show was
taking place in the Mex Theater at the time, causing the
evacuation of cast, crew and audience members. There were
no injuries. The fire's cause is under investigation.
Closings Today Include
(Jan. 8):
* NO school for Marion, Washington, Nelson, or Taylor
Counties
* Lebanon Senior Citizen's Centers will be
closed today.
* MARION
COUNTY
PUBLIC LIBRARY
WILL OPEN AT 10:30AM - PATRONS MAY USE THE INTERNET LOG-IN OR
CALL THE LIBRARY TO RENEW THEIR ITEMS.
* WASHINGTON COUNTY
PUBLIC LIBRARY IS CLOSED TODAY
* BLUEGRASS STOCK YARDS
IN CAMPBELLSVILLE WILL CANCEL THEIR 10AM SALE SATURDAY (JAN. 9)
DUE TO THE WEATHER
Gov.
Beshear Visits Curtis Maruyasu America Yesterday - Jan. 8, 2010
MORE THAN FOUR-HUNDRED
KENTUCKY
JOBS HAVE BEEN SAVED AND THE GOVERNOR IS CREDITING A
TWO-THOUSAND-NINE LEGISLATIVE ACT FOR MAKING IT POSSIBLE.
DUE TO ECONOMIC CONDITIONS AUTO PARTS MAKER CURTIS MARUYASU
AMERICA
. . . C-M-A. . .DECIDED TO BEGIN MAKING PRODUCTS IN-HOUSE THAT
HAD BEEN PURCHASED FROM OUTSIDE SUPPLIERS, INCLUDING FOREIGN
SOURCES. BUT THE
11-MILLION-DOLLAR COST OF NEW EQUIPMENT THREATENED TO FORCE
C-M-A FROM
MARION
COUNTY
AFTER TWO DECADES THERE. A
MILLION DOLLARS IN TAX BENEFITS UNDER THE TWO-THOUSAND-NINE
INCENTIVES FOR A NEW KENTUCKY LEGISLATION IS KEEPING C-M-A IN
LEBANON, PRESERVING
FOUR-HUNDRED-16 JOBS:
GOVERNOR STEVE BESHEAR TOLD WORKERS AT THE PLANT THAT HELPING
EXISTING INDUSTRIES IN DIFFICULT ECONOMIC TIMES IS WHAT THE
LEGISLATION WAS INTENDED TO DO.
DOUGLAS VYVERBERG, PRESIDENT OF CURTIS MARUYASU
AMERICA
, SAYS THE INCENTIVE MONEY GIVES C-M-A AN
OPPORTUNITY
TO VERTICALLY INTEGRATE AND ELIMINATE THE NEED TO PURCHASE FROM
OTHERS, INCLUDING SOME COMPETITORS AND FOREIGN SUPPLIERS.
HE SAYS THE TAX INCENTIVE THROUGH THE INCENTIVES FOR A
NEW
KENTUCKY
ACT ARE SIGNIFICANT.
GOVERNOR STEVE BESHEAR SAYS IT’S ALWAYS EXCITING TO ANNOUNCE A
NEW COMPANY AND BRINGING NEW JOBS.
BUT HE SAYS IN TIMES LIKE THESE IT’S JUST AS IMPORTANT
TO RETAIN THE JOBS
KENTUCKY
HAS, SOMETHING THE INCENTIVES FOR A NEW
KENTUCKY
LEGISLATION RECOGNIZED WHICH THE OLD INCENTIVES DID NOT.
House Panel Approves Domestic-Violence Bill Jan. 8
A Kentucky
House committee has approved a bill requiring some people
accused of domestic
violence to wear global-positioning devices. The
bill was prompted by last year's slaying of Amanda Ross, a state
worker from Lexington
whose ex-fiance, former State
Representative Steve
Nunn, has been charged. The bill would clarify the
law and list circumstances in which the GPS
device is appropriate. A vote by the full
House could come as early as Tuesday.
Governor Tells Legislature
The State Can Survive Jan. 8
The Bluegrass State can survive. That's the news from Governor
Steve Beshear as he faces an estimated billion-dollar
deficit during the next two years. Beshear and the General
Assembly have slashed the budget a half-dozen times since he
became chief
executive of Kentucky. However, House
Speaker Greg Stumbo says the governor has ruffled some
feathers among a few members of the General Assembly, and that
has to be corrected. Beshear told lawmakers, quote,
"We can focus on the future by addressing fundamental
problems," and he refuses to hunker-down and hide.
Closings Today Include
(Jan. 7):
* NO school for Marion, Washington, Nelson, or Taylor
Counties Jan.7, 2009
* Lebanon and Bradfordsville Senior Citizen's Centers will be
closed today.
* All Middle School Basketball Games with the Mid-KY Conference
(covering Marion, Washington, and Nelson Counties) have been
cancelled and will be made up at another date.
* Tonight's meeting for the Marion County
Association for the Handicapped has been Cancelled.
* St. A Volleyball practice for tonight has been cancelled.
MARION COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY WILL CLOSE AT 4PM TODAY
THE WEIGHT WATCHERS MEETING AT LEBANON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
IS CANCELLED TONIGHT
Winter Storm Warning
Issued (Jan. 7)
WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST
/6 PM CST/ THIS EVENING... SNOW WILL END OR TAPER OFF TO
FLURRIES BY LATE AFTERNOON FROM WEST TO EAST. ON AND OFF LIGHT
SNOW MAY LINGER THROUGH THE EVENING HOURS ACROSS SOUTHERN
INDIANA OR NORTHERN KENTUCKY.
TOTAL SNOWFALL AMOUNTS OF 2 TO 4 INCHES ARE LIKELY ACROSS
CENTRAL KENTUCKY AND SOUTHERN INDIANA... WITH LOCALLY HIGHER
AMOUNTS OF AROUND 5 INCHES POSSIBLE. WITH TEMPERATURES REMAINING
WELL BELOW FREEZING... THIS SNOW WILL READILY STICK. EXPECT
DETERIORATING ROAD CONDITIONS AND DIFFICULT TRAVEL TODAY...
ESPECIALLY THIS AFTERNOON.
* OTHER IMPACTS: VERY COLD ARCTIC AIR WILL ARRIVE BY EARLY
EVENING. NORTHWEST WINDS BEHIND THE COLD FRONT OF 15-25 MPH WILL
BRING BLOWING AND DRIFTING SNOW THAT MAY REDUCE VISIBILITIES.
WIND CHILL READINGS WILL LIKELY FALL TO BETWEEN 0 AND 10 ABOVE
DURING THE EVENING AND OVERNIGHT HOURS.
Winter Weather Tips From Inter County
Energy (Jan. 7)
Extra precaution and preparedness should be taken during
this weather event as high winds and blowing snow could cause
blinking lights and power outages.
For more information on how to prepare for a winter
outage, please visit our website at www.intercountyenergy.net.
Inter-County
Energy
customers can report power outages 24-hours a day, 7-days a week
by calling 1-888-266-7322
or
236-4561
.
Lebanon Police Report
(Jan. 7)
At 12:30pm Wednesday afternoon, the Lebanon Police
Department was advised of a tree and fence line being on fire at
6440 Holy Cross Road.
The Loretto Fire Department responded, arriving on the scene at
12;40pm and clearing the scene at 12:57pm.
At 3:06 am this morning
(1/7), a wire was reported to be on fire behind #12 Blossom Lane
in Lebanon.
Fire Chief Ricky Mattingly advised that the incident had left
two trailers without electricity, and that this had been a
service connection of Kentucky Utilities that had burned, not
requiring a response by the fire department.
Kentucky Utilities was advised of the incident and indicated
that a work crew would respond.
A Smith and Wesson Nickel
Plate 357 Six Shot Revolver, valued at $700, was reported stolen
this week from Shuck Avenue. The revolver has since been located
and recovered.
LPD is investigating a case
of theft by unlawful taking from an automobile. A Salamander BTU
Kerosene Heater and a 30' Heat Tape, total value of $240, was
reported stolen from a vehicle parked on East Main Street on the
5th.
Five Deaths on Kentucky Roadways During New Year’s
Holiday Jan. 6, 2009
Preliminary statistics indicate that five people died in
five separate crashes on Kentucky roadways during the New
Year’s holiday enforcement period (Thursday, December 31, 2009
through Sunday, January 3, 2010). Last year there were
four highway fatalities during the same enforcement period.
All of the crashes involved motor vehicles and four of the
victims were not wearing seat belts. Single-fatality
crashes occurred in Oldham,
Logan, Pike (2) and Scott counties. The crashes in Logan and
Scott county involved the suspected use of alcohol.
Through December 31, preliminary statistics indicate that 771
people have lost their lives on Kentucky roadways during 2009.
This is 55 less fatalities than reported for the same time
period in 2008. There were 628 motor
vehicle fatalities and 346 of those victims were not
wearing seat belts. Forty pedestrians and 5 bicyclists
have been killed. Eighty fatalities involved a motorcycle
and seventeen fatalities involved an ATV. Seventy-three
crashes involved a commercial
motor vehicle. A total of 160 fatalities have
resulted from crashes involving the suspected use of alcohol.
Lebanon
Police Investigating Shoplifting Jan. 6, 2009
LPD is investigating a case of theft by unlawful taking
under $500 "shoplifting". A Sony DVD Player and a
Pioneer CD player, total value of $390 was stolen from Radio
Shack on Jan. 4.
Lebanon Man and Casey
County Man Are Candidates for Special Election Jan. 6, 2009
Terry Mills, of Lebanon, is the Democratic candidate for
the House of Representatives in District 24, which covers
Marion, Casey and part of Pulaski Counties.
It is the seat formerly held by Jimmy Higdon who was
elected to the State Senate last month.
The special election will take place on February 2.
Mills retired after a 35-year career with the
Social Security Administration serving Marion, Casey and six
surrounding counties. This
is his first run for public office.
He was selected unanimously by the Democratic Executive
Committee members of the three counties at a convention in
Lebanon Monday night.
Mills, 59, graduated from Western Kentucky University in 1973
with a degree in Business Administration. He and his wife Patty
have been married for 39 years and have three children and four
grandchildren. He
retired as Acting District Manager of the Campbellsville Social
Security office in 2007.
Leo Johnson of Liberty is the Republican Candidate. The 31 year
old had worked for the Administrative Office of the Courts in
Casey County since March 2006. However, according to the
Associated Press, he has resigned from the job in order to run
for office.
Even With Huge Shortfall, Kentucky Might Borrow Jan. 6, 2009
Kentucky could be headed for more debt. Even with
a one-billion-dollar budget
shortfall looming, House and Senate leaders want money
for schools, roads and sewer projects and seem willing to borrow
to make it happen. After Tuesday's first day of the 2010
legislative session, Senate President David Williams and House
Speaker Greg Stumbo said low-interest bond
rates justify authorizing a limited amount of debt.
Governor
Steve Beshear is expected to address the budget shortfall
tonight in his State of the Commonwealth speech.
Major Snowfall, Cold Weekend In Forecast
Jan. 6, 2009
The winter season's first major snowfall is expected early Thursday
morning and it could leave three to five inches in Louisville.
Wind-chill temperatures could drop to zero on
Thursday night, and it's probably going to be a
bitter-cold weekend. On
Tuesday, Louisville street crews were pouring brine on
roadways and readying their snowplows. The city hasn't had
temperatures above freezing since New
Year's Eve.
Monday Accidents Jan. 5, 2009
The Marion County Sheriff's Department is investigating
an injury accident that occurred at 3999 Loretto Road last night
at 5:14pm. Marion County Ambulance and the Marion County Rescue
responded. The scene was cleared at 6:31pm.
Lebanon Police is
investigating an injury accident that occurred at Main Street
and Corporate Drive yesterday at 2:29pm. Marion County Ambulance
responded. The scene was cleared at 3:34pm.
Last Day
for Candidate Filing for Special Election 2/2/2010 Jan. 5,
2009
Brooks Steps Down As UK Football Coach Jan.
5, 2009
Eighty-percent became 100-percent on
Monday for University
of Kentucky football coach Rich
Brooks. Brooks, who said after the team's loss to
Clemson in the Music
City Bowl that he was "80-percent" certain he
wouldn't be back next season, made it official when he informed UK
athletic director Mitch Barnhart on
Sunday. Barnhart had been trying to persuade Brooks
to stay on. Offensive
coordinator Joker
Phillips, who was designated as Brooks's successor two
years ago, will take the reins of the program.
School Funding Spared From Budget
Cuts Jan. 5, 2009
Kentucky
Governor Steve Beshear has managed to spare public-school
funding and state workers' jobs from budget cuts. On
Monday, the governor said he would use more federal stimulus
funds, take money from small state accounts and cut spending by
three-percent for some state agencies in order to patch a
108-million-dollar shortfall. Senate President David
Williams said the governor still hasn't cut spending
sufficiently. Beshear
is scheduled to present his 2010-2012 budget to lawmakers in two
weeks, and a revenue shortage of more than
one-point-four-billion dollars is looming.
Extended Cold Plus Snow In Forecast Jan. 5,
2009
High temperatures are expected to stay below freezing through
the weekend. The last time Louisville endured such an
extended cold spell was nine years ago. The record for
consecutive days with highs below 32 degrees is 17, set more
than 90 years ago. A Thursday snowfall could drop one to
three inches on the area.
Washington County Accident Yesterday
Evening Jan. 4, 2009
Trooper Donnie Moses is investigating a collision which
occurred 1 mile North of
Springfield
on
Bloomfield Rd
@ 6:22 p.m. Ryan Moreland, age 33, of Ohio, was belted,
was operating a 2003 Peterbilt pulling a cattle trailer and was
attempting to turn on to Ky 55 when the trailer was struck
from behind by a 2003 Mercury, operated by Mildred Cheser, age
86, Springfield, was belted. Cheser was transported to
Spring View Hospital by Washington Co
EMS
where she was treated and released. Moreland was not
injured.
Trooper Moses was assisted at the scene by Trooper John Adams.
Lebanon Police Investigating Theft
Jan. 4, 2009
Lebanon Police Department is investigating a case of
theft by unlawful taking. $100 in cash was reported stolen on
the 1st from a resident of East Chandler Street.
Fire Jan. 4, 2009
Members of the Bradfordsville and Lebanon Fire
Departments, Kentucky State Police, Bradfordsville Police
Department and the Marion County Ambulance Service responded to
a trailer fire Sunday morning at 1080 Josh Cox Road.
The alarm sounded at 12:09am, with the scene being cleared at
about 1:34am.
Cold Weather Will Be Staying Around Jan. 4, 2009
One word: Layers. The next two weeks are expected to
stay very cold in the Louisville area, and there will be a
60-percent chance of light snow by Thursday. Since the
temperature hit 43 degrees on December 31st, it has been well
below freezing in the region. It's the coldest stretch
since the first week of February three years ago.
"No Easy Answers" For Kentucky's Finances Jan.
4, 2009
The Kentucky
General Assembly convenes Tuesday for its 60-day session
with the state's financial crisis looming as a dark cloud
overhead. House
Republican Leader Jeff Hoover of Jamestown says there
will be "no easy answers and no good answers" to the
state's fiscal predicament. Deep cuts seems likely, and
layoffs of state workers and reductions in school funding are
possible. Governor
Steve Beshear is expected to push hard again for the
legalization of video slot machines at race tracks. The
state's two-year budget
shortfall is estimated at more than
one-point-four-billion dollars.
Bill Focuses On For-Profit Loan Counsel Jan. 4, 2009
Companies taking advantage of homeowners fearing foreclosure
could soon be incurring the wrath of the Kentucky General
Assembly. Representative Susan Westrom of Lexington has
pre-filed a bill that would limit the fees such businesses could
charge to help with loan modifications. The measure also
would require them to register with the state and would subject
them to annual audits. The for-profit loan counselors
didn't even exist until a few years ago. There are 17 free
counselors in Louisville who have been certified by the federal
government and funded through the National Foreclosure
Mitigation Counseling Program.
Lebanon Police Report Dec. 31, 2009
LPD arrested Michael D. Garland, of Lebanon Junction, on
Dec. 29th, on Hardin County warrants for - use/possession of
drug paraphernalia 2nd, possession of marijuana and alcohol
intoxication 1st and 2nd.
Lebanon Police is investigating a case of theft by unlawful
taking from a building on North Proctor Knott Avenue on the
23rd. Over $1500 in cash and checks was reported missing.
LPD is investigating a case of Criminal Mischief that
occurred on/around Dec. 27 at Graham Memorial Park. $800 worth
of damage was done to eight inflatable lawn ornaments at the
park.
Scammers Asking for Donations in County Dec. 31,
2009
WLBN news desk has heard from Fire Chief Ricky Mattingly
that there are people approaching others asking for
contributions/donations for a Fire Department Calendar.
Mattingly says no such calendar exists and these people are
scammers. If you are approached by someone asking for a
contribution for a Fire Department Calendar, contact the local
authorities. Lebanon Police Department may be reached at
692-2121.
Eligible Voters Dec. 31, 2009
Registered voters, age 18 - on or before- the special
election day, Feb. 2, 2010 are eligible to vote in the upcoming
special election.
If a person is not currently registered to vote, the last day to
register for the special election day is Jan. 4. Mail in voter
cards have to be postmarked by Jan. 4.
The last day to change party affiliation is Dec. 31. Mail in
voter cards have to be postmarked by Dec. 31. This determines
voter eligibility for May 18, 2010 Primary Election.
Please call the County Clerk's Office at 692-2651.
Holiday
Closings and Schedule Changes Dec. 31, 2009
The Marion Circuit Clerk's Office and the Marion County
Clerk's Offices will be closed on Thursday, Friday and Saturday (Dec.
31-Jan 2).
The
Marion County Sheriff's Office will be open on Thursday (New
Year's Eve) from 8:30-4:30, but will be closed Friday and
Saturday.
The
Marion County Public Library will be closed on New Year's Day (Jan. 1).
Washington county offices of the Circuit
Clerk, County Clerk, Sheriff, and Property Valuation will be
closed from Dec. 31-Jan. 3 for the Holidays.
There
will
be Sanitation
Service (Garbage) pick-up
on Thurs.- Dec. 31st
, 2009 - New Years
Eve—But probably will
be a little
earlier than usual-
please set
your Garbage out
for an “Earlier
than Normal” Pick-Up
on Thurs. Dec. 31st
, 2009—New Years
Eve.
There will
be NO
Garbage Pick-Up on
Friday- Jan.
1st , 2010 - NEW
YEARS DAY—The Friday
route will be
picked up Monday -
Jan. 4th, 2010
- along with
the normal Monday
Pick-up.—This combined Fri./Monday
pick-up may be
a little earlier
than normal -- so
please set your
Garbage our earlier-
Monday _ Jan.
4th, 2010. Crews
are “doubling-up”
and running two
days in one—so
they may be
a little earlier
than normal.
The
Marion County
Judges office will
be closed Thurs.
- Dec. 31st,
2009—thru Sun. Jan.
3rd, 2010—it
will re-open on
Monday - Jan. 4th,
2010.
Rumpke Sanitation in Springfield will
provide scheduled Thursday (Dec. 31). There will be
collections on Friday (Jan. 1st). Customers with garbage pickup
on Friday will receive service on Saturday.
The City of Springfield Public Works will
be picking up recycling this week on Wed. Dec. 30 due to the New
Year Holiday. Please have your bins out on that date. They will
return to the regular schedule on Jan. 14th.
Lebanon Police Report Dec. 30, 2009
Lebanon Police have made an arrest in a burglary that
occurred on Dec. 8 on North Forest Street.
Shawn R. Glover, age 20, of Lebanon, was served a warrant on
Dec. 24, for receiving stolen property.
Patrick D. Whitlock, age 27, of Lebanon, was charged on Dec. 24,
on a Marion County warrant for Wanton Endangerment 2nd/fleeing
or evading police 2nd (on foot) and a Marion County warrant for
convicted felon in possession of firearm/convicted felon in
possession of handgun.
Robert Dale Smothers, age 44, of Lebanon, was arrested on Dec.
24, with a Marion County warrant for convicted felon in
possession of a firearm/convicted felon in possession of a
handgun and being a persistent felony offender 1st.
Lebanon Police are also investigating a case of arson in the 3rd
that occurred on Dec. 26, on North Spalding Avenue and an
assault that occurred on the 24th on Lake Avenue.
Francisco Sanchez received a stab wound to his left leg and
upper torso. Sanchez was treated at Spring View Hospital.
Lebanon Police are investigating an attempted murder that
occurred on Dec. 25th.
Justin L. Edelen, of Bardstown, was shot at Maple Street
Apartments. Edelen received gunshot wounds to his upper abdomen
and right arm, which were treated at Spring View. He was later
transferred to University Hospital.
KSP Report Three Deaths Dec. 29, 2009
Kentucky State Police say that three people died in
three separate crashes on Kentucky roadways during the Christmas
holiday enforcement period (Thursday, December 24 through Sunday,
December 29, 2009). Last year there were ten highway
fatalities during the same enforcement period.
Two of the crashes involved motor vehicles and neither victim
was wearing a seat belt. Single-fatality crashes occurred
in Marshall and Shelby
counties and the crash in Marshall involved the suspected
use of alcohol.
The other holiday crash involved an ATV in Pike
county. The victim was not wearing a helmet at the
time of the crash.
Through December 27, KSP reports that 768 people have lost their
lives on Kentucky roadways during 2009. This is 52 less
fatalities than reported for the same time period in 2008.
There were 626 motor
vehicle fatalities and 346 of those victims were not
wearing seat belts. Thirty-nine pedestrians and 5
bicyclists have been killed. Eighty fatalities involved a
motorcycle and seventeen fatalities involved an ATV.
Seventy-three crashes involved a commercial
motor vehicle. A total of 160 fatalities have
resulted from crashes involving the suspected use of alcohol.
Special
Election Date Set Dec. 29, 2009
Gov. Beshear has issued a writ of election to fill the
vacant 24th District seat in the Kentucky House of
Representatives. The district includes Casey and Marion counties
and part of Pulaski County.
The special election will be held Feb. 2, 2010.
The seat became vacant when Jimmy Higdon resigned from the House
after he was elected to fill the vacant 14th District State
Senate Seat.
New Candidate Filing Dec. 29, 2009
Charlotte Brady Mattingly has filed for District E
Magistrate for the 2010 Primary Election to be held on May 18,
2010. Candidate filing deadline is January 26, 2010 at
4pm.
Anyone desiring to change their party affiliation
for the upcoming primary election must have completed a new
voter card and have it on file by Dec. 31, in the County Clerk's
Office HOWEVER remember that the Marion County Clerks Office
will be closed on the 31st for the Holiday. IF the registration
card is mailed, it must be "postmarked" by Dec. 31.
Any questions, call the County Clerk's office at 270-692-2651.
The
County Clerk also wants you to know that the 30th is the last
day for vehicle licenses for the month of Dec.-the AVIS system
will be down and not back up until Jan. 4.
Lebanon Police Report Dec. 28, 2009
A "possible" injury accident was reported Friday
afternoon at 3:46pm on the Raywick/St. Francis Road, after a car
was found to be off the roadway, in a ditch.
Responders included the Marion County Ambulance Service, Marion
County Rescue and the Marion County Sheriff's Office. Records
indicate that no one was transported.
The scene was cleared at 4:28pm.
An
injury accident was reported at 4pm Friday afternoon on the
Scotts Ridge Road, Raywick.
Those agencies responding included the Marion County Sheriff's
Office, Kentucky State Police, Marion County Ambulance Service
and the Raywick Fire Department.
Records indicate that those injured refused treatment and
transport.
The scene was cleared at 5:16pm.
KSP
Report Accident
Dec. 28, 2009
Trooper
John Adams is investigating a collision that occurred on Friday
December 25, 2009 at 6:53 est. Ernest Fisher age 17 of
Lebanon
was operating a 1998 Chevy on St Rose Lebanon Rd 2 miles south
of
Springfield
. Fisher was traveling south and failed to negotiate a curve,
ran off an embankment, and struck a tree head-on. Airbags were
deployed and seatbelt was in use. Fisher was treated and
released from
Spring View
Hospital
. Trooper Adams was assisted at the scene by
Washington
County
EMS
, fire, and rescue.
Defense Earmarks Headed For Kentucky, Indiana
Dec. 28, 2009
The 636-billion-dollar defense spending bill signed by President
Barack Obama includes more than 500-million dollars in
projects and programs for Kentucky
and Indiana. About four-fifths of that amount was
requested by the Obama administration for chemical weapons
destruction at Blue
Grass Army Depot near Richmond, Kentucky. The bill
also provides for continued development of a second engine for
the F-35
Joint Strike Fighter. If the engine ever goes into
production, its fan
blades would be made by the General Electric plant in Madisonville,
Kentucky.
Huge Powerball Jackpot Still Unclaimed
Dec. 28, 2009
The largest Powerball ticket ever sold in Kentucky is out there
somewhere. The winning ticket for Saturday's Powerball
jackpot, worth more than 128-million dollars, was sold in
Georgetown but the holder hasn't come forward. The largest
jackpot won previously in Kentucky was 89-point-three-million
dollars in January of 1996. The odds of winning Saturday's
jackpot were one in more than 195 million.
Lebanon Police Report Dec. 23, 2009
LPD is investigating a case of criminal mischief 2nd,
that occurred on Monday at Lebanon National Cemetery.
According to the report, damage was done to the grass by an
unknown vehicle. The estimated amount of damage was $750.
Lebanon
Police is investigating a case of theft by unlawful taking over
$500 "auto" that was reported on Tuesday. According to
the report, a 2005 Dodge Dakota Crew Cab 4-wheel drive pickup
truck, estimated at $15,500,w as reported stolen on Monday from
North Woodlawn Avenue. The truck was recovered by KSP yesterday
on Fairgrounds road. The vehicle had been burned.
LP
is investigating a burglary 2nd/criminal mischief 3rd, that was
reported on Monday. A door of a residence on Loretto Road was
broken out and $500 in cash/change was reported stolen. The
estimated amount of damage was $200.
Drive-By
Shooting In Washington County Dec. 23, 2009
The Springfield Sun reports that a drive-by shooting
happened yesterday on Mt. Zion Road in Washington County.
Mario Sanchez, age 42, was arrested in the case on charges of 7
counts of wanton endangerment, criminal mischief 3rd degree and
alcohol intoxication in a public place - 1st and 2nd
offenses.
The shooting occurred after a dispute between Sanchez and
Michael Boblitt at 4826 Mt. Zion Road.
Sanchez was lodged in the Marion County Detention Center.
Arrest
Made in Springfield Tobacco Theft Dec. 23, 2009
Donnie Lee Hardin, age 37, was arrested on charges of
burglary in the 2nd, and theft by unlawful taking over $10,000.
Hardin was lodged in the Marion County Jail.
Lady
Knights Win First Major In-Season Tourney Title Dec. 23, 2009
Marion County survived 5 Manual shots in the final 30
seconds of last night's game to hang on 44-42 on Tuesday in the
championship game of the Republic Bank Holiday Classic at
Lexington Catholic.
Holiday
Closings and Schedule Changes Dec. 23, 2009
Garbage Pick up in Bradfordsville will be Wednesday Dec. 23,
instead of Christmas Eve beginning 5pm.
The Marion Circuit Clerk's Office and the Marion County
Clerk's Offices will be closed on Thursday, Friday and Saturday
(Dec 24- 26) and again on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday (Dec.
31-Jan 2).
The
Marion County
Judges office will
be closed on
Dec. 24th
thru Dec.
27th- it
will re-open on
Monday, Dec. 28th,
2009.
The
Marion County Public Library will be closed Dec. 24 and 25th and
again on New Year's Day (Jan. 1).
There
will
be Sanitation
Service (Garbage) pick-up
on Christmas Eve-
Thurs- Dec.
24, 2009—But probably
will be a
little earlier than
usual --
please set your
Garbage out for
an earlier than
normal Pick-up on
Dec. 24th-
Christmas Eve.
Sanitation
workers will try
to end their
routes early, so
they can have
some time with their
family.
There
will be
NO
Garbage pick-up on
Friday, Christmas Day
– Dec. 25th,- The
Friday route will
be picked up
on Monday along
with the normal
Monday Pick-up. –This combined
Fri./Monday pick-up may
be a little
earlier than normal-
so please set
your garbage out
a earlier - Monday-
Dec. 28th, 2009. Crews
are “doubling-up”
and running two
days in one- so
they may be
a little earlier
than normal.
Rumpke Sanitation in Springfield will
provide scheduled serves thru Thursday (Dec. 24). There will be
collections on Friday (Dec. 25). Customers with garbage pickup
on Friday will receive service on Saturday.
Washington county offices of the Circuit
Clerk, County Clerk, Sheriff, and Property Valuation will be
closed from Dec. 24-27th and Dec. 31-Jan. 3 for the Holidays.
There
will
be Sanitation
Service (Garbage) pick-up
on Thurs.- Dec. 31st
, 2009 - New Years
Eve—But probably will
be a little
earlier than usual-
please set
your Garbage out
for an “Earlier
than Normal” Pick-Up
on Thurs. Dec. 31st
, 2009—New Years
Eve.
There will
be NO
Garbage Pick-Up on
Friday- Jan.
1st , 2010 - NEW
YEARS DAY—The Friday
route will be
picked up Monday -
Jan. 4th, 2010
- along with
the normal Monday
Pick-up.—This combined Fri./Monday
pick-up may be
a little earlier
than normal -- so
please set your
Garbage our earlier-
Monday _ Jan.
4th, 2010. Crews
are “doubling-up”
and running two
days in one—so
they may be
a little earlier
than normal.
The
Marion County
Judges office will
be closed Thurs.
- Dec. 31st,
2009—thru Sun. Jan.
3rd, 2010—it
will re-open on
Monday - Jan. 4th,
2010.
Rumpke Sanitation in Springfield will
provide scheduled Thursday (Dec. 31). There will be
collections on Friday (Jan. 1st). Customers with garbage pickup
on Friday will receive service on Saturday.
KSP
Report 6 Deaths Last Week on KY Roads Dec. 22, 2009
Kentucky State Police say that six people died in six
separate crashes on
Kentucky
roadways from Monday, December 14 through Sunday, December
20, 2009.
Five of the crashes involved motor vehicles and one victim was
not wearing a seat belt. Single-fatality crashes occurred in
Barren, Fayette, Hardin, Henderson and
Wayne
counties. One pedestrian fatality occurred in Meade
county.
Through December 20, 757
people have lost their lives on
Kentucky
roadways during 2009. This is 39 less fatalities than
reported for the same time period in 2008. There
were 616 motor vehicle fatalities and 342 of those victims
were not wearing seat belts. Thirty-nine pedestrians and 5
bicyclists have been killed. Eighty fatalities involved a
motorcycle, sixteen fatalities involved an ATV and one involved
a scooter. Seventy-two crashes involved a commercial motor
vehicle. A total of 158 fatalities have resulted from
crashes involving the suspected use of alcohol.
Lebanon
Police Report Dec. 22, 2009
Police are investigating a burglary that occurred on the
18th and was reported on the 21st. $70 in cash was reported
stolen from a North Harrison Street resident.
Police
arrested Melanie A. Mattingly, age 23, of Springfield on
Saturday (19th) on charges of Public intoxication (controlled
substance)/theft by unlawful taking under $500/prescription
controlled substance not in original container/possession drug
paraphernalia 1st/ theft of controlled substance 1st under
$300/trafficking controlled substance 2nd and trafficking
controlled substance 3rd.
$15 worth of merchandise was recovered and retained by Kroger at
the time of the arrest.
Budget Projection Is Due Dec. 21, 2009
The state financial picture should come into sharp focus
today. Economists of the Consensus Forecasting Group will
meet in Frankfort to present updated projections on the budget
shortfall expected during the rest of the year, and the
amount anticipated to be short next fiscal year. At last
report, the shortage was estimated at 161-million dollars for
the remainder of 2009, and gaps between a billion and
one-point-five-billion during the next two years.
Lawmakers will have to approve a two-year budget for fiscal 2011
and 2012 when they meet next month.
Middle Class Files For Benefits Dec. 21, 2009
Unemployment is hovering around ten percent in the Bluegrass
State, and middle
class families are feeling its effect and wondering if
recovery is really in progress. In the past fiscal year,
40 percent of people filing for unemployment in the state have
qualified for the maximum benefit. Claimants need to make
almost 32-thousand dollars to receive the maximum amount.
Even healthcare professionals have been arriving at the downtown
Louisville branch of the state Office of Employment and
Training.
Sawyer Moves Into Anchor's Chair Dec. 21, 2009
The distinguished television career of native Kentuckian Diane
Sawyer takes a new turn tonight with her debut as anchor
of the evening news on ABC. She has been with the network
the past two decades, the last eleven with "Good
Morning America." In 2007, she was ranked 62nd
on "Forbes" magazine's list of The World's 100 Most Powerful
Women. Her mother, Jean Sawyer Hayes, still lives
in Louisville.
Bill To Prosecute Mothers Of Addicted Newborns Dec.
21, 2009
Representative Richard Henderson of Jeffersonville pre-filed a
bill that would make mothers of drug and alcohol-addicted
newborns subject to criminal prosecution in the Bluegrass State.
Henderson said a child born with a debilitating injury is not
fair. The measure will have an uphill battle, because
every major medical group opposes penalizing pregnant addicts
via the criminal
justice system. Associate Professor Dr. Sharon
Barron at the University
of Kentucky, says, quote, "We know the number one
risk for babies is lack of prenatal
care and this legislation will not help babies."
H1N1
Vaccination Clinics Dec. 17, 2009
The Lincoln Trail District Health Department will hold
community H1N1 Vaccination Clinics in all seven counties it
serves this week.
Local clinics will be held Thursday, Dec. 17, at the
Nelson County Health Department from 2-6pm, at the Washington
County Health Department from 3-6pm and in Marion County from
3-6pm at Centre Square.
Linda Simms, Director of Lincoln Trail Health Department, said
the Clinics will be open to anyone age 6 months and older who
wants the vaccine, and vaccinations will be available to
everyone, not just the targeted groups.
Kentucky In Middle Of Top 50 States For Small
Businesses Dec.
17, 2009
Kentucky falls in the top half of the United States for places
friendly to small businesses. The numbers from the Small
Business and Entrepreneurship Council rank the state 22nd in the
nation. Determining factors in the rankings include tax
rates, minimum
wage rates, private property protection and legal
liability costs. The council is a non-profit group aimed
at small business
advocacy.
Senate Republican Leader: Start
Over On Health
Care Dec.
17, 2009
Senate
Republican leader Mitch McConnell advises Democrats to
kill their health
care bill and start over. In a Capitol news
conference, McConnell said there's growing public opposition to
the legislation. He said it would actually lead to higher
healthcare costs, higher taxes and would further grow the
soaring federal deficit. The Kentucky Republican called it
an "historic mistake." Senate Democratic leaders
are struggling to find the 60 votes needed to move healthcare
reform forward.
Increase In Children Living In Poverty Dec.
17, 2009
The number of Kentucky children living in poverty is on the
rise. A report by Kentucky Youth Advocates says almost
one-fourth of the state's children are poor, and the number
probably is even higher because the finding is based on data
from 2007. The average monthly number of Kentucky children
receiving food stamps increased 42-percent over an eight-year
period ending last year.
No Texting While Driving For State Workers Dec.
17, 2009
Kentucky state employees can't text-message while driving state
vehicles anymore. Governor
Steve Beshear issued an executive order Wednesday, saying
"state government can and should continue to demonstrate
leadership in reducing avoidable highway dangers." Beshear
cited statistics showing 53-thousand crashes and nearly 200
fatalities were linked to distracted driving last year.
The ban, which takes effect immediately, does not apply to
talking on a cell phone.
H1N1
Vaccination Clinics Dec. 16, 2009
The Lincoln Trail District Health Department will hold
community H1N1 Vaccination Clinics in all seven counties it
serves this week.
Local clinics will be held Thursday, Dec. 17, at the
Nelson County Health Department from 2-6pm, at the Washington
County Health Department from 3-6pm and in Marion County from
3-6pm at Centre Square.
Linda Simms, Director of Lincoln Trail Health Department, said
the Clinics will be open to anyone age 6 months and older who
wants the vaccine, and vaccinations will be available to
everyone, not just the targeted groups.
Lawmakers See Grim Outlook For Budget Dec.
16, 2009
State House budget
Chairman Rick Rand said it's going to be nearly
impossible to spare basic school funding from cuts during the
second year of the next two-year budget. Rand ruled out
any interest in tax reform, while he and other lawmakers
considered passing a one-year budget and returning in January to
handle the second year. The state has already slashed
800-million dollars since the recession was born, and faces a
gap of over one-billion dollars until the end of the 2011-2012
biennial budget. Democrat Jimmie Lee of Elizabethtown
said, quote, "We've got to move dollars around to protect
programs."
Owensboro Diocese Gets New Bishop Dec.
16, 2009
The Diocese of Owensboro has a new bishop. The Reverend
William Francis Medley will succeed Bishop John J. McRaith, who
resigned in January due to health issues.
Fifty-seven-year-old Medley was born and raised in Marion County
and has served in various roles at the Louisville archdiocese.
He is the first priest from the archdiocese to be named a bishop
in more than two decades.
Derby and Oaks Tickets On Sale Dec.
16, 2009
Horseracing fans who want first crack at Derby and Oaks tickets
need to be at their computers at high noon today. That's
when Churchill
Downs will offer special bundle packages for both 2010
races to the first three-thousand customers at www.churchilldowns.com.
Bundle prices range from 172 dollars for first floor bleacher
seats to 63-hundred dollars for prime third-floor box seats.
Churchill Downs will also still be selling tickets onsite for
walkup customers.
Senator-Elect Higdon Public Swearing In Today Dec.
16, 2009
Senator-Elect Jimmy Higdon (R-Lebanon) will be sworn in Wednesday,
December 16th at 1:00pm in the gymnasium of Marion County
High School. The students, the public, and the press are
all welcome to attend.
“I am humbled and honored by the trust the people of the 14th
senatorial district have shown me. As a proud graduate of
Marion County High School, I want to share this moment with the
students along with the good people of the district,”
Senator-Elect Higdon stated.
The newest state senator will be given the oath
of office by Representative Stan
Lee (R-Lexington) who is the first Marion
County High School graduate to be elected to the State
House of Representatives. Senator-Elect Higdon is
the first Marion County High School alum elected to the State
Senate.
KSP Report 15 Deaths Dec. 15, 2009
Fifteen people died in thirteen separate crashes on
Kentucky roadways from Monday, December 7 through Sunday,
December 13, 2009.
All of the crashes involved motor vehicles and six victims were
not wearing seat belts. Single-fatality crashes occurred in
Barren, Harlan, Hart, Hopkins, Jefferson, Kenton, Laurel, Meade,
Montgomery, Pike and Shelby
counties. The crashes in Jefferson and Montgomery
counties involved the suspected use of alcohol.
Through December 13, 749 people have lost their lives on
Kentucky roadways during 2009. This is 28 less fatalities
than reported for the same time period in 2008. There were
609 motor vehicle
fatalities and 340 of those victims were not wearing seat
belts. Thirty-eight pedestrians and 5 bicyclists have been
killed. Eighty fatalities involved a motorcycle, sixteen
fatalities involved an ATV and one involved a scooter.
Seventy-two crashes involved a commercial
motor vehicle. A total of 158 fatalities have
resulted from crashes involving the suspected use of alcohol.
Citizens can contribute to highway safety by reporting erratic
drivers to the Kentucky
State Police toll-free at 1-800-222-5555.
Callers will remain anonymous and should give a description of
the vehicle, location, direction of travel and license number if
possible.
New GE Product Line Brings Hundreds Of Jobs To Louisville
Dec. 15, 2009
Hundreds of new jobs are being created at the GE facility in
Louisville. Governor
Steve Beshear and Mayor Jerry Abramson made the
announcement at the GE Louisville Appliance Park yesterday.
More than 430 new jobs will be created with the
80-million-dollar investment which will add a high-end front
load washer and dryer line to the location. The
announcement follows GE's decision in June to manufacture its
new line of energy-efficient, hybrid electric water heaters in
Louisville, creating approximately 420 jobs.
Police
Report Thefts Dec. 11, 2009
Several construction items were stolen on Wednesday from
a residence of Rosenwald Village. Lebanon Police report the
total value of the stolen items was $339.
Lebanon Police report a case of Burglary 1st/Criminal Mischief
2nd that occurred on Tuesday.
A 60th Anniversary Fender Stratocaster Electric Guitar, Tweed
guitar case, Winchester Model 1897 16-gauge shotgun, and a Kodak
E-Z Share Digital Camera were stolen from North Forest Street.
The total value of the stolen items is $1,850, and there was
$500 of damage done to the residence during entry.
A laptop was reported stolen Monday from the Lebanon
Housing Authority.
Police report 75 Hydrocodone Pills were removed from a visitors
purse on Monday at the Hampton Inn.
Arrest
Made on Charges Including Drug Related Dec. 11, 2009
Lebanon Police arrested Timmon Lee Hayden, age 19, of
Lebanon, on Monday on charges of Alcohol Intoxication, a Marion
County warrant for Public Intoxication/possession of
Marijuana/possession of drug paraphernalia.
KY
State Police to Pay Damages to Lebanon Teen's Estate Dec. 11,
2009
Kentucky State Police have been ordered to pay nearly
170 thousand dollars in damages to the estate of a 17 year old
Lebanon teen, who was kidnapped and killed 13 years ago. Lebron
Gaither of Lebanon, had agreed to serve as a confidential
informant for police after being charged with a crime while in
high school. However, a state tribunal has found police allowed
a drug dealer to learn Gaither's identity and then used him
in a drug buy that turned fatal. The case was delayed for
years by court appeals.
Games
This Weekend Dec. 11, 2009
Friday
night - Border
line battle - Washington
County entertains Marion County
in a Boy Girl Doubleheader. Pre-game at 5:50
and tipoff 6
PM with boys to follow. Tune in on 100.9 Mike FM
and online at lebanonmike.com
Friday night - Nelson County hosts Bethlehem
in a 19th District Girl Boy Doubleheader contest Coverage
on 102.7 WYSB and online at 1027WYSB.com begins with a tipoff at
6
P.M.
Saturday
-
December
12 St. Catharine Basketball will hit the airwaves as the
Patriots entertain Tennesse Wesleyan at Lourdes Hall on the
campus of St.
Catharine College. Tipoff is set of 4
PM, join our coverage on AM 1590 WLBN with pregame at 3:50.
Online coverage can be heard on 1590WLBN.com.
KSP
Post 15 Area Dec. 10, 2009
During
the month of November, 2009, there were 47 traffic accidents
investigated by the State Police working in the Post 15 area in
the 11 counties of Adair, Casey, Clinton, Cumberland, Green,
Marion, Metcalfe, Monroe, Russell, Taylor and Washington.
There was one fatality: GONZALES,
ALEX DANIEL; Liberty, Kentucky, was killed in Taylor County on
11/05/2009.
This brings our
yearly fatality count to 41 compared with 40 through this same
period in 2008.
State wide fatality count stands at 707 compared with 744
through this same period in 2008.
During the month of November, 2009, there were 1573 citations
written, 321 courtesy notices written, 1879 vehicles inspected,
940 complaints answered, 126 motorists assisted, 71 criminal
cases opened and 311 criminal arrests made.
KSP
Report 16 Died on KY Roads Last Week Dec. 10, 2009
KSP report that sixteen people died in fourteen separate
crashes on Kentucky roadways from Monday, November 30
through Sunday, December 6, 2009.
Fourteen of the crashes involved motor vehicles and ten
victims were not wearing seat belts. Single-fatality crashes
occurred in Hardin (2), Jefferson (2), Laurel, Livingston,
Madison, Oldham, Pendleton, Pulaski, Rowan and Shelby counties.
The crashes in Hardin, Jefferson and Livingston counties
involved the suspected use of alcohol.
A double-fatality crash occurred in Lincoln county and both
victims were not wearing seat belts.
One fatal motorcycle crash occurred in Harrison county.
A pedestrian crash occurred in Bath county.
Through December
6, 731 people have lost their lives on Kentucky roadways
during 2009. This is 30 less fatalities
than reported for the same time period in 2008. There
were 592 motor vehicle fatalities and 332 of those victims
were not wearing seat belts. Thirty-seven
pedestrians and 5 bicyclists have been killed. Eighty
fatalities involved a motorcycle, sixteen fatalities involved an
ATV and one involved a scooter. Seventy-one
crashes involved a commercial motor vehicle. A
total of 156 fatalities have resulted from crashes
involving the suspected use of alcohol.
Storm Claims Three Lives in KY
Dec. 10, 2009
The Associated press reports that in the last two days,
the storm dumped nearly 3 inches of rain on parts of Kentucky,
and high wind warnings were issued for much of the state, as the
region braced for gusts that were possible to reach 60 mph. The
state received reports of several thousand power outages due to
the high winds.
The storm claimed the lives of three individuals across the
state Tuesday and Wednesday.
The body of a man who was trying to rescue his wife was found
yesterday. William Grover, age 58, set out on a tractor to
rescue his wife after her pickup truck was trapped in a flooded
waterway near their home.
Jodine Grover had called him and emergency services on her cell
phone after ending up in the flooded waterway. She survived the
rising waters when firefighters reached her vehicle.
However, the tractor was found on its side in high water about
200 yards from the home and about a mile from the pickup. His
body was found about four miles from the tractor.
The storm also killed a pregnant 17 year old girl in Somerset
yesterday.
Kaitlyn Griffin and others were unloading a vehicle when a tree
fell on her.
In eastern Kentucky, Vanessa Bishop, age 37, of Harlan County
died when her car hydroplaned on KY 38, left the road and hit a
tree.
Weather Alert Dec. 9, 2009
HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM
THIS EVENING...
THE STRONGEST WINDS WILL BEGIN JUST AFTER SUNRISE THIS
MORNING... AND WILL LAST UNTIL ROUGHLY 7PM EST THIS EVENING...
WITH THE BEST CHANCE OCCURRING BETWEEN 9AM AND 2PM LOCAL TIME.
* SUSTAINED WINDS OF 30 TO 40 MPH ARE EXPECTED... AS WELL AS
WIND GUSTS TO AROUND 55 MPH AT TIMES... ESPECIALLY IN ANY HIGHER
TERRAIN AREAS.
* VEHICLES ON NORTH-TO-SOUTH ROADWAYS... ESPECIALLY HIGH PROFILE
VEHICLES... WILL HAVE EXTREME DIFFICULTY TRAVELING TODAY. IT IS
POSSIBLE VEHICLES COULD BE BLOWN OFF OF ROADWAYS. SOME LOOSE
ITEMS LIKE GARBAGE CANS... LAWN FURNITURE AND OTHER SUCH ITEMS
WILL EASILY BE BLOWN AWAY. SMALL BRANCHES COULD ALSO BE SNAPPED
AND BLOWN DOWN IN THESE HIGH WINDS... AS WELL AS A FEW TREES AND
POWERLINES. THUS... POWER OUTAGES WILL LIKELY OCCUR AS WELL.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...A HIGH WIND WARNING MEANS A
HAZARDOUS HIGH WIND EVENT IS EXPECTED OR OCCURRING. SUSTAINED
WIND SPEEDS OF AT LEAST 40 MPH OR GUSTS OF 58 MPH OR MORE CAN
LEAD TO PROPERTY DAMAGE.
Unofficial Election Results for the 14th
District State Senate Race Dec. 9, 2009
| |
HIGDON |
HAYDON |
| MARION (34% voter turnout) |
2860 |
1405 |
| MERCER |
1542 |
1186 |
| NELSON |
2982 |
3840 |
| TAYLOR |
2612 |
1396 |
| WASHINGTON |
1331 |
1051 |
| TOTALS |
11327 |
8881 |
Total Registered Voters = 83,416
Total Votes Cast = 20,208
Turnout = 24%
| |
HIGDON |
HAYDON |
| GRAVEL SWITCH |
105 |
41 |
| BRADFORDSVILLE |
186 |
50 |
| VEATCH'S SHOP |
200 |
60 |
| FIRE DEPT - JAIL |
91 |
47 |
| LIBRARY |
133 |
59 |
| BASEMENT JUNIOR HIGH |
269 |
107 |
| ROLLING HILLS |
126 |
59 |
| COURTHOUSE |
293 |
142 |
| CALVARY |
181 |
92 |
| HAMILTON HEIGHTS |
101 |
42 |
| JESSETOWN |
142 |
61 |
| DEPOT |
198 |
91 |
| RAYWICK |
195 |
106 |
| LORETTO |
163 |
146 |
| SAINT FRANCIS |
87 |
45 |
| HOLY CROSS |
52 |
81 |
| SAINT CHARLES |
225 |
111 |
| ABSENTEE |
113 |
65 |
| TOTALS |
2860 |
1405 |
5 WRITE-INS WERE VOTED IN MARION COUNTY
Lebanon Police Make Arrests Dec. 9, 2009
Lebanon Police arrested Catherine M. Mayes, of
Greensburg, on Dec. 3, for charges of burglary 2nd/theft by
unlawful taking all others under $10,000. A diamond
sweetheart ring and a diamond engagement ring, total value of
$860 was stolen from Hamilton Heights. The jewelry was recovered
on Dec. 4th.
Charles F. Porter, of Lebanon, was arrested on Dec. 7, for
charges of possession of a controlled substance 1st - 2nd
offense - cocaine and possession of drug paraphernalia.
Noe Velazquez-Jimenez, of Lebanon, was arrested on Dec. 5 on
charges of alcohol intoxication and theft by unlawful taking
under $500 "shoplifting". The merchandise, valued at
$6.35, was recovered and retained by Higdon's Foodtown.
Kendra Epps and Bridget D. Hayden, both of Lebanon, were
arrested on Dec. 7, for theft by unlawful taking over $500.
A wallet and cash, valued at $1,700 and a wallet and cash,
valued at $1000 were both stolen on Monday.
KSP Make Arrest On Drug Charges Dec.
8, 2009
On
Saturday, at 7:01 EDT, Post 15 received a complaint from Marion
County dispatch in reference to a domestic violence call at 75
Cloyd Brady Lane in Marion County. The caller, 32-year-old
Jennifer Nichols, advised that 40-year-old Nevel Thompson
had put a gun to her head.
Troopers Donnie Moses and John Adams responded to the residence
with the Lebanon City Police and Marion County Sheriff's office.
Further investigation revealed that the incident had
not occurred as originally reported which led to the caller,
Jennifer Nichols, being charged with Falsely Reporting and
Incident. More information led to the arrest of
Nevelle Thompson on charges of Possession of Drug Paraphernalia,
Trafficking in Marijuana, Public Intoxication and Possession of
a Firearm by a Convicted Felon. He was lodged in the
Marion County Detention Center.
Special
Election to Be Held Today Dec. 8, 2009
Polls are open until 6pm today for the 14th District
Senate Race. Jimmy Higdon and Jody Haydon are vying for the job
which covers Marion, Mercer, Nelson, Taylor and Washington
Counties. Marion County has 12,558 registered voters. 10,399
registered as Democrats. 1,788 as Republicans and 371 listed as
other. Karen Spalding (County Clerk) wants to remind voters in
the Loretto and St. Francis Precincts to vote at Loretto City
Hall.
Lebanon
City Council Met Last Night
Listen to the newscast on our home page for the story
- located in the left hand column.
New
Candidate Filing for Primary Dec. 8, 2009
Phillip DeWayne Shively has filed for District D
Magistrate in Marion County.
Police
Report Dec. 8, 2009
Police received a call of a vehicle in the ditch this
morning at 6:03 (a possible injury accident) on HWY 289 in front
of Cut Rate Liquors. The scene was cleared at 6;15, there was no
one in the vehicle.
Tonight's
Game Dec. 8, 2009
District action tonight as Marion County is home in a
Boy-Girl Doubleheader against Adair County. Pre-game for the
boys is 6:15 tip-off set for 6:30 on 100.9 Mike FM and
lebanonmike.com
Local
Events Dec. 8, 2009
The Marion County Ranch Horse Club will meet Wednesday
(Dec. 9) at 7:30pm at the Agriculture Extension Office on
Fairgrounds Road. They will be discussing bylaws and spring
trail rides. New members are welcome.
The Marion County FFA Alumni is sponsoring a chili supper at
the Knights and Lady Knights home opener tonight, December 8th
at the high school cafeteria from 5-7 pm. For $5, you get
all you can eat chili, a drink and a sandwich. Proceeds
benefit the Marion County FFA Alumni scholarship fund.
Two Vehicle Accident
Sunday Dec. 7, 2009
A two vehicle accident was reported on the J.W. Bradshaw
Lane, off Hwy 208, near Phillipsburg, Sunday afternoon at
1:21pm.
Jerica
Guffey, age 27, of Columbia, was operating a 2000 Nissan,
Northbound on Bradshaw lane when she entered a curve and struck
a 1998 Ford, operated by Brittany Hall, age 22, of Finley, head
on. Both operators were belted at the time of the
collision. A passenger in the Hall vehicle, 7 year old
Carl Hall II was also belted. Guffey was transported from
the scene by personal vehicle to
Spring
View
Hospital
where she was treated and released for her injuries. Carl
Hall II was transported from the scene by
Marion
County
EMS
and taken to
Spring
View
Hospital
where he was also treated and released. Brittany Hall was
not injured in the collision.
Trooper Cornett from Kentucky State Police worked the accident.
Lebanon Police also report that members of the Marion County
Ambulance Service and Marion County Rescue Squad worked the
scene. The scene was cleared at 2:28pm.
Stolen
Vehicle Dec. 7, 2009
A vehicle reported stolen in Marion County has been
recovered by the Nelson County Sheriff's Department. The vehicle
was stolen sometime early Saturday and recovered late Saturday
afternoon. The case is under investigation.
Superintendents Prepare For Education Cuts
Dec. 7, 2009
Kentucky Education Commissioner Terry Holliday has told
superintendents to expect a six percent cut to the Department
of Education budget. It amounts to about 20-million
dollars but the plan does not include cutting Support Education
Excellence or district health and life insurance. Programs
under review to be reduced include dropout
prevention plus gifted
and talented education. KDE spokeswoman Lisa Gross
said they are developing a plan but listening to
superintendents.
Obama Headed To Senate Today To Press Dems On Healthcare Dec.
7, 2009
Despite efforts by President Obama at the U.S. Capitol, Kentucky
Senator
Mitch McConnell says Republicans plan to debate
healthcare reform into the new year. Obama was in the
Senate yesterday to press Democrats to come together and agree
on the reform bill. Currently, Democrats are about four
votes short of the 60 needed to pass the legislation.
McConnell says opponents of healthcare reform benefit the more
the public learns about the bill.
Marion
County
Farm Bureau Recognized Dec. 7,
2009
The
Marion County Farm Bureau was recognized for its County Young
Farmer Program with the 2009 Gold Star Award of Excellence
during the recent Kentucky Farm Bureau annual meeting in
Louisville
.
The Marion County Farm Bureau has won top honors in the Kentucky
Farm Bureau Safety Challenge Awards competition for their active
role in the county's family fitness and safety day.
Kentucky Food Banks Confirm
Escalating Hunger Crisis Dec. 7, 2009
As millions of people of all faiths prepare for the holidays,
volunteers for many faith-based groups in central and eastern
Kentucky are preparing to distribute meals for families in need.
Hunger is a reality for many Kentuckians, according to Mandy
Brajuha, external relations coordinator for the group God's
Pantry in Lexington.
"Across our 50-county service area - and we know that
number is true, not only in the state of Kentucky, but across
the country right now - we're seeing a 32 percent increase in
demand this year versus last year."
Food banks across the state are reporting that the current
recession and unemployment are having a profound effect on the
people seeking assistance.
"We have clients that have full-time jobs; people who have
had never had to ask for emergency food assistance. And they
have found themselves in a very precarious position, and they
are having to navigate the social service system for the first
time in their lives."
Brajuha says food banks are looking for volunteers, but help for
those in need is still available.
"We can take someone's dollar, and then, in turn,
distribute about four-and-a-half meals for that dollar. So,
certainly a financial donation to any food bank is a great way
to help, but food donations are also. I know children really
enjoy getting into the spirit by picking out food at the
grocery."
Some people may be uncomfortable asking for help the first time,
Brajuha says. The economic downturn across the nation has a lot
to do with that.
There is still time to help those in need. Information on pantry
locations in Kentucky and on donating food and volunteering is
available by calling 859-288-5324.
Lebanon Police Report Dec. 4, 2009
Lebanon Police are investigating a case of Criminal
Mischief 1st that occurred on Tuesday, Dec. 1st. A thousand
dollars in damage was done to a 2003 Chevy Pickup on North
Spalding Avenue.
Lebanon Police also report that a juvenile was cited on Aug. 28,
for possession of a firearm by a minor.
Marion County Fiscal Court Dec. 4, 2009
Marion County Fiscal Court met in regular session last
night and approved the minutes of a special called meeting that
was held on Nov. 21. During that meeting, the Court voted to go
to an HRA type plan for the county employees health insurance
for 2010, and to keep Macky Hagan as the agent of record. This
passed by a vote of 3-2, with the dissenting votes being cast by
Wicker and Smothers.
Last night, the court heard from Jeff Baltas, out of
Elizabethtown, who will be the third party administrator for the
plan.
Chickens
Overtake Horses In Farm Economy Dec. 4, 2009
Kentucky's horse industry is no longer number one in the
state's farm economy. Poultry receipts made an estimated
one-percent gain this year, while there was a 31-percent drop in
revenues from horse
sales and stud fees. Figures were released Thursday
by University of
Kentucky agricultural economists at the Kentucky
Farm Bureau convention in Louisville. The state's
poultry industry is predicted to climb steadily. Horses
overtook tobacco as the state's top agricultural
product ten years ago.
Beshear To Meet On Education
Budget Cuts Dec. 4, 2009
State leaders are meeting today with Governor Steve
Beshear to discuss proposed cuts to the state's education
spending. The proposal includes 20-million-dollars in cuts
submitted to state budget officials yesterday. Education
Department spokeswoman Lisa Gross says those cuts aren't set in
stone, but only a gameplan for slashing six-percent of spending.
On the chopping
block for cuts are dropout
prevention programs and gifted
education.
Lebanon
Man and Son Injured in Accident Dec. 3, 2009
THREE PEOPLE WERE
TAKEN TO THE HOSPITAL AFTER A TWO VEHICLE ACCIDENT LAST NIGHT IN
TAYLOR COUNTY.
ACCORDING TO THE TAYLOR COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE, 41 YEAR
OLD DAVID SANDUSKY OF LEBANON WAS OPERATING A 1992 CHEVY PICKUP
TRUCK PULLING AN 18 FOOT CATTLE TRAILER, TRAVELING EAST ON US68.
UPON APPROACHING PALESTINE ROAD, THE BREAKS ON THE TRAILER
LOCKED UP AS HE WAS ATTEMPTING TO STOP FOR A VEHICLE IN FRONT OF
HIM WAITING TO MAKE A TURN. THE VEHICLE THEN CROSSED OVER THE
CENTER LINE INTO THE ONCOMING LANE
INTO THE PATH OF A VAN DRIVEN BY 43 YEAR OLD JEFFREY PERRY OF
CAMPBELLSVILLE.
SANDUSKY WAS TAKEN TO TAYLOR REGIONAL HOSPITAL FOR TREATMENT OF
MINOR CHEST/HEAD INJURIES.
PERRY WAS TAKEN TO UNIVERSITY OF LOUISVILLE HOSPITAL IN STABLE
CONDITION.
A PASSENGER IN THE SANDUSKY VEHICLE, 14 YEAR OLD MICHAEL
SANDUSKY OF LEBANON, WAS TAKEN TO KOSAIR'S HOSPITAL IN
LOUISVILLE AND WAS LISTED IN CRITICAL CONDITION AT THE TIME OF
THE ACCIDENT.
THE ACCIDENT HAPPENED JUST BEFORE 7 P.M. LAST NIGHT IN
TAYLOR COUNTY.
Garage
Fire Dec. 3, 2009
A fully involved garage fire was reported Wednesday
evening at 7:14pm at 2445 St. Mary's Road, Lebanon.
Responding were members of the Lebanon Fire Department, the
Marion County Sheriff's Office, and the Marion County Ambulance
Service.
The scene was cleared at 8:27pm.
State
Colleges Seeing More Remedial Students Dec. 3, 2009
Colleges
and universities in the Bluegrass State are expecting an
increase in students who need remedial classes in reading and
math next year. Community
colleges could see a 50 percent increase in the
13-thousand first-time students who took such classes this fall.
Research
institutions such as the University
of Louisville and the University
of Kentucky have more selective admissions policies, and
probably will not be affected as much. Many students will
find themselves paying tuition for classes that won't count
toward a degree.
Governor Reverses Ground On Tax
Reform Dec. 3, 2009
The Bluegrass State is facing the toughest budget
situation seen in the commonwealth in a long time.
However, Governor
Steve Beshear said the middle of the recession is not the
time to have broad-based tax increases. He said he would
do everything to protect important priority areas from being
cut. Beshear
said he isn't concerned with a Survey USA poll that showed his
favorable rating has dropped to 39 percent, because he is doing
his best to get people through the recession period.
Shoppers Beware: Check the
Toy Gift List for Safety Dec.
3, 2009
Before wrapping those
holiday gifts for kids purchased over the long weekend,
Kentuckians are being advised to take a closer look at them.
Almost 5 million toys have been recalled this year, yet danger
still lurks on store shelves in Kentucky and elsewhere across
the nation.
This year's "10 Worst Toys" report from World Against
Toys Causing Harm (WATCH) finds it has been an active year for
toy recalls, with a lot of focus on lead and toxic risks.
According to attorney James Swartz, the 2009 WATCH list mostly
involves toys with strangulation, choking and projectile hazards
- some sold as "appropriate for all ages."
"The 'rugged mini' on the list and the 'mini babies in the
bathtub' - these are sold for babies. Their small parts hazards
or puncture hazards aren't evident when you look at the
toy."
A "Curious George" counting book, "X-Men"
action figure and a Disney rocket launcher also made the
"worst toys" list this year. Such familiar names on
toy packaging can mislead consumers, who perceive those products
to be safer, Swartz warns. In the past two years, the Consumer
Product Safety Commission has recorded 10 deaths of children who
choked on toy parts.
Some toy companies have responded to the listing with updated
safety information; in previous years, listing of other toys has
resulted in safety recalls. Swartz says he's encouraged by new
policies being considered by the Consumer Product Safety
Commission that would give the agency more 'teeth' to go after
companies selling dangerous toys.
"In the meantime, there is certainly a lot of repetition
going on in terms of the types of hazards we're finding out on
the shelves."
This is the 37th year the list has been compiled. The full list
of hazardous toys is available at http://toysafety.org/worstToyList_index.shtml.
H1N1 Vaccine Clinic's in Elementary
Schools Dec. 2, 2009
The Marion County Health Department in conjunction with
the Marion County School District are offering H1N1 vaccines to
all elementary school age students. The clinics will be
held as follows:
December 3rd West Marion Elementary from 8:30 am –
12:00 pm
December 3rd Calvary Elementary from 12:30 – 3:00
pm
December 4th Lebanon Elementary from 8:30 am –
12:00 pm
December 4th Glasscock Elementary from 12:30 – 3:00
pm
The vaccine is free to all students who have a signed parent
consent form on file in the school office by the date of the
vaccine clinic. The consent forms along with information
concerning the H1N1 virus and vaccines were sent home with all
elementary students. Anyone needing a consent form or has
questions concerning the clinics may call the child’s school
or contact Judy Gaddie, Director of Pupil Personnel, at (270)
692-3721.
A parent wishing to be present when the vaccine is administered
may take their child to the Marion County Health Department.
Marion Circuit Clerk's Will No Longer
Process Passports Dec. 2, 2009
Due to increased costs and security requirements imposed
by the U.S. Department of State Passport Services, effective
Dec. 31, 2009, the Marion County Circuit Clerk's Office will no
longer be processing U.S. Passports.
The local post office is now filing paperwork with the federal
government to become a passport agent and hopes to be approved
for this service in the near future.
Go to www.travel.state.gov
for additional information or call the U.S. Passport Agency at
1-877-487-2778. You may also email the National Passport
Information Center at npic@state.gov
Citizens National Bank Announces Pat
Mattingly As Member to Board of Directors Dec. 2, 2009
Mattingly started Pat's Pharmacy in 1984. He is a
graduate of Western KY University and earned his Pharmacy degree
from the University of Kentucky.
Mattingly is currently a Board of Trustee for Spring View
Hospital, a Board of Director for the Marion County Junior Miss
and an active choir member at St. Augustine Church. Mattingly is
a member of the Kentucky Pharmacy Association and the Lebanon
Marion County Chamber of Commerce, and is a past president of
the Kentucky Pharmacists Association, the Lebanon Kiwanis Club
and an active Ham Days volunteer.
National
Guard Troops Await Possible Orders Dec.
2, 2009
Kentucky's
National Guard troops are waiting to hear if they'll soon
be on their way back to Afghanistan.
Last year, nearly 500 soldiers from the 201st Engineer Battalion
were there during a dangerous eight-month tour clearing mines
and roadside bombs. This year, they're spending the holidays
at home. Seventeen soldiers with the Kentucky
National Guard have died in combat while serving in Iraq
and Afghanistan.
Richmond
Nursing Home Second Worst Dec.
2, 2009
The U.S.
Government Accountability Office reported yesterday a
Richmond nursing home known as Madison Manor is the second worst
in the nation. Hidden video camera recorded aides abusing
elderly residents at the for-profit chain owned by Extendicare
that operates 21 homes in Kentucky. GAO official John
Dicken said the ranking was based on information that included
deficiencies in facilities found during three federal surveys.
Executives at Extendicare say their nursing facilities are now
in compliance with regulations.
Reducing Fire Risks For Christmas
Trees Dec.
2, 2009
The Glasgow Fire
Department says a freshly cut Christmas
tree can pose a tremendous fire
hazard when its dry branches are covered by strings of
electric lights. The department is offering a tree dipping
service free of charge now through December
23rd and urges residents to have their trees covered in flame
retardant material. The solution of boric acid and
borax will also make trees stay green longer. For more
information, call 651-5170.
School Programs At Risk Of Being Cut Dec.
2, 2009
Kentucky Education Commissioner Terry Holliday had some bad news
Monday for the state's public
school superintendents. In an e-mail, Holliday told
the administrators there could be 20-million dollars in cuts
this year to programs such as preschool for at-risk and disabled
children, reading help and dropout
prevention. The state's school funding formula and employee
health insurance apparently will be spared. Last
month, Governor
Steve Beshear ordered state agencies to plan for
six-percent reductions in light of a 161-million-dollar budget
shortfall.
Four Counties Tops In Nation For Food
Stamps Dec.
2, 2009
Four state counties are among the worst in the nation when it
comes to residents relying on food stamps. Kentucky
numbers show Owsley County is the worst offender, where nearly
half of the residents use funds provided for staple foods.
Four other counties were ranked in the top 25 in the nation.
Those include Wolfe, Lee, Clay and Magoffin Counties.
Game
Tonight Dec. 2, 2009
The Washington County Commanders head to Taylorsville
tonight for a boys contest. 100.9 will have the call
tonight on 100.9 Mike F.M. with pre-game at 7:15
and tip-off at 7:30.
Police
Investigating Accident Dec. 1, 2009
Lebanon Police say an injury accident occurred yesterday
at 10:57am at Main and Walnut Street. Marion County Ambulance
and the Marion County Rescue responded. The scene was cleared at
11:59am.
Lebanon
Police cited a juvenile on Nov. 24th at Marion County High
School on charges of possession of marijuana/possession of drug
paraphernalia.
Springfield
bypass construction to impact KY 55, KY 528 traffic
Dec.
1, 2009
Construction
of the Springfield US 150 northwest bypass will impact traffic
on KY 55 and KY 528 beginning this week.
Trucks
hauling dirt and rock will be crossing KY 55 and KY 528 near the
construction site for the next month, as weather permits.
The speed limit will be reduced to 45 mph in the work zones, and
flaggers will be posted to direct traffic. Motorists are asked
to use extra caution.
H1N1 Vaccine Clinic's in Elementary
Schools Dec. 1, 2009
The Marion County Health Department in conjunction with
the Marion County School District are offering H1N1 vaccines to
all elementary school age students. The clinics will be
held as follows:
December 3rd West Marion Elementary from 8:30 am –
12:00 pm
December 3rd Calvary Elementary from 12:30 – 3:00
pm
December 4th Lebanon Elementary from 8:30 am –
12:00 pm
December 4th Glasscock Elementary from 12:30 – 3:00
pm
The vaccine is free to all students who have a signed parent
consent form on file in the school office by the date of the
vaccine clinic. The consent forms along with information
concerning the H1N1 virus and vaccines were sent home with all
elementary students. Anyone needing a consent form or has
questions concerning the clinics may call the child’s school
or contact Judy Gaddie, Director of Pupil Personnel, at (270)
692-3721.
A parent wishing to be present when the vaccine is administered
may take their child to the Marion County Health Department.
New
Candidate Filings for 2010 Primary
Carroll Kirkland has filed for Sherriff and Steve
Masterson has filed for District H Magistrate.
Candidate filing deadline is January 26, 2010 at 4pm.
Music
Fest Set For Summer At Churchill
Downs Dec. 1, 2009
Some of the biggest names in music are set to descend on
Churchill Downs this summer. The HullabaLOU music
festival lineup has been announced for the three-day
event presented by Churchill
Downs Entertainment. Rockers Bon
Jovi will headline Friday, July 23rd, with the Dave
Matthews Band closing out the festivities that Sunday.
The lineup is a mix of pop, classic rock, and country. Megastar
Kenny Chesney has the Saturday
night headline slot.
Jobless Benefit Delay Blamed On Computer Dec. 1, 2009
A spokesman for the Kentucky Office of Employment and
Training reports about ten-thousand unemployed workers in the
Bluegrass State are waiting for jobless benefits. They may
have to wait a little longer while technicians reprogram the
state's computer system. Officials anticipate everything
should be up to speed within ten days. Letters explaining
how to collect funds will be mailed to those who qualify.
Last week, Indiana
began allowing residents to file for the 14-week extension
signed by President Obama on November 6th.
Inmate
Apprehended Nov. 30, 2009
Marion Adjustment Center reported a walk away at 10:38pm
last night, however the inmate was apprehended shortly after at
11:55pm.
KSP
Investigating Fire Nov. 30, 2009
Kentucky State Police Arson Investigator Alex Wesley is
investigating a residential fire that occurred at the home of
Gravel Switch Volunteer Fire Department Chief Larry Vaughn.
Lebanon/Marion County dispatch received a call Thursday,
November 26, 2009 at 9:26 AM, that there was a fire at 109 East
Railroad Street in Gravel Switch.
Fire fighters responded and prevented a total loss but
the home sustained significant damage.
No one was at the residence when the fire occurred and
there were no injuries.
Detective Wesley was assisted at the scene by State Fire
Marshall Deputy Mike Burk and Arson is suspected.
If anyone has any information regarding this
investigation, please contact your local law enforcement agency
or the Kentucky State Police at 1-800-222-5555.
Churchill
Downs To Announce Major Event Nov. 30, 2009
Officials at Churchill Downs are expected to announce a major
event for the historic race
track today. The Louisville-based racing and
gambling company has an entertainment division headed by Steve
Sexton. Churchill has previously hosted concerts by
the Rolling Stones and The
Police. Yesterday, officials did not reveal what
the summer event will be, but said it would eventually create
activities involving racing and concerts, and have an economic
impact in the "tens of millions" of dollars.
Mercer High Will Host State Senate Candidates Nov.
30, 2009
A special election is just about a week away with a couple of
relatively unfamiliar hopefuls in the race to fill the 14th
District Senate seat. Mercer
County Senior High School will host a forum today for
Democrat Jodie Haydon and Republican Jimmy Higdon. The
event is open to the public and will allow voters to get to know
the candidates who will answer ten questions submitted by
students from Mercer
County and Burgin Independent
schools. Haydon
is a former state
representative and now vice president of a construction
company, while Higdon is serving his fourth term in the
24th District.
Kentucky
Black Friday Shoppers Mixed On Spending Nov.
30, 2009
Shoppers in parts of Kentucky showed mixed feelings while stores
opened with doorbuster savings on Black
Friday. Spending habits appeared mixed in a poll of
shoppers by WKYT. The station says some haven't changed
spending habits, while others appeared on the scene poised with
ads in hand looking for the best possible deals. Others
say the economy had a lot to do with how they spent their hard
earned dollars, with concerns over job
security and other factors.
Injury
Accident Yesterday Nov. 26, 2009
An injury accident occurred at the intersection of
Veterans Memorial Hwy and Loretto Road Wednesday afternoon at
4:55pm. Responding were members of the Lebanon Police
Department, Marion County Ambulance Service and the Marion
County Rescue Squad. The scene was cleared at 5:26pm.
A
two vehicle accident was reported at the intersection of Walnut
Street and West Main Street at 9:39pm. Responding were members
of the Lebanon Police Department and the Marion County Ambulance
Service. The scene was cleared at 9:11pm.
Knights
Take on Lone Oak Nov. 26, 2009
In the Class 4A Semi Final Game tomorrow night, the
Marion County Knights will take on Lone Oak. Pre-game is at
8:15pm, Kick-off at 8:30pm and can be heard on 100.9 MIKE FM and
1590 WLBN and streaming live on www.Lebano