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2 Vehicle Accident Tuesday 8-21-02
On Tuesday, at 6:03pm, the Marion County Sheriff's
Department responded to the scene of a two vehicle accident,
approximately 4 miles east of Lebanon on Shortline Pike.
Connie Lawson of Lebanon was operating a 2008 Lincoln when she
slowed for oncoming farm equipment. At that point, a 2004 Dodge,
operated by Kasey Barr of Springfield failed to slow while following
the Lawson vehicle and struck it in the rear.
Barr was transported to Spring View Hospital by Marion County EMS.
Indiana Man Arrested 8-21-08
On Monday, Lebanon Police arrested George E. Wallace, age
41, of Indiana, on Jefferson County warrants for speeding, operating
on a suspended license and improper equipment. He was lodged in the
Marion County Detention Center.
Springfield Judge Appointed to Regional Post 8-21-08
Chief Justice of Kentucky John D. Minton Jr. has appointed
Circuit Court Judge Doughlas M. George of Springfield to the post of
chief regional circuit judge for the Cumberland Region, which is
comprised of 23 counties in southeastern Kentucky and includes the
judicial circuits for Marion, Washington and Taylor Counties.
George succeeds Roderick Messer. Messer retired on June 30 to become
a senior judge.
As chief regional circuit judge, George's responsibilities include
assigning special judges to serve in cases when presiding judges
certify that a special judge is needed.
Campbellsville University Professor Appointed to
Conservation Board 8-21-08
Richard K. Kessler, a Campbellsville University professor,
has been appointed to the Kentucky Heritage Land Conservation Fund
Board by Gov. Steve Beshear.
the Heritage Land Conservation Fund was established in 1994, and
provides money for preserving and conserving natural areas that
possess unique features such as habitats for endangered species,
areas important to migratory birds and areas preserved for public or
educational use.
Kessler will represent the Kentucky Academy of Science.
Marion County Board of Education Adopts Tax Rate 8-20-08
The Marion County Board of Education met in special session
last night at the administration building. On the agenda were the
topics of the 2009 tax rates and the KSBA Proposal for the new
Superintendent Search.
The Board of Education approved the following tax rates for the
2008-2009 school year: Real estate - 47.9cents, tangible (personal
property) 47.9cents, motor vehicle - 52.6cents and utility 3%.
The Board voted 4-1, with Board member Mattingly voting no.
Chuck Hamilton and Board member Mattingly summarized the tax by
saying that 3/4 of the county will not really be impacted, but that
the 1/4 of the county that had re-assessed property and those
acquiring new property would be slightly impacted.
The Board members spoke to Mike Oder of the Kentucky School Board
Association about hiring them to help with the Superintendent
search. Oder was available to answer any questions and concerns they
have.
The Board is expected to make a formal motion at the next board
meeting to approve and hire KSBA with the search.
Motorcyclist
Injured Sunday 8-20-08
A
Russell
Springs
, KY, motorcyclist, Theodore Beckman, 54, was treated at
Spring View
Hospital
in
Lebanon
following a one vehicle accident which occurred Sunday evening,
August 17, 2008, six miles south of
Lebanon
,
KY
on KY 49 at 6:15pm.
Beckman was traveling south on KY 49 on a 2008 Suzuki motorcycle
when he entered a curve and lost control. He was wearing a
helmet.
The accident was investigated by Trooper John Adams of Kentucky
State Police Post 15,
Columbia
,
KY.
Two Students Charged In Bomb Threat 8-20-08
Two North Bullitt High School students have been charged with terroristic threatening for their role in a bomb threat. The two students, both female and 17-years-old, are facing a felony count after a note was found causing officials to evacuate the Shepherdsville school earlier this week. Police say they will continue to investigate the incident which occurred when the note was found. No one was injured in the incident and school officials sent letters home to parents to explain what had happened, according to the "Courier Journal."
State Fair Brings More Family Fun 8-20-08
The Kentucky State Fair continues today. The Great American SPAM Championship will be held today at 6 p.m. at the Kentucky Beef Producers' Gourmet Garden Cooking Stage in the South Wing. A free concert featuring Gary Lewis and the Playboys will be held at Cardinal Stadium tonight at 8 p.m. Today is also WDRB-TV Fox 41 day. Tomorrow the Kentucky Farm Bureau Federation's Gospel Contest, The 4-H Sale of Champions and The Miniature Horse Show is among many events that will happen at the fair. A complete schedule and calender of state fair events is online at www.kystatefair.org
Woman Gives Baby Wine At Fair 8-20-08
A mother was arrested yesterday after she allegedly gave her baby wine. Police say 40-year-old Katherine Bowen allegedly gave the wine to the 10-month-old to help her sleep. Bowen was arrested yesterday at the Kentucky State Fair. She's been charged with endangering the welfare of a minor.
Quarterback Suspended 8-20-08
The University of Louisville has announced that they've suspended quarterback Matt Simms. Simms will be suspended for the first four games of the season. Coach Steve Kragthorpe says Simms was suspended due to a violation of team policy. He will be eligible to return for the October 10th game at Memphis.
Lebanon Police Investigate Criminal Mischief 8-19-08
Lebanon Police are investigating a case of criminal
mischief. $1500 worth of damage occurred to a vehicle parked at
Deering Court on Saturday.
Heart of Kentucky Tennis Open This Weekend 8-19-08
The tournament is
open to anyone but CKTS members are also vying for points on a
circuit that includes tournament s in Russell Springs, Danville,
Elizabethtown, Columbia, Liberty and Glasgow. The competition is
fierce but there are plenty of divisions and levels to give every
entry a fighting chance.
Players can enter a maximum two events and a division “makes” if
it has at least two entries. If a division has only three entries,
that division is played round robin. A division with four or more
players has a bracket draw.
All matches, except for semifinals, finals and round robin matches,
in each division will play a super tie-breaker instead of a third
set. In case of inclement weather delays, all matches could be
changed to two sets+super.
Champions of each division get a trophy and all players get a
T-shirt to commemorate their participation and visit to Lebanon and
free prizes are given away at registration. CKTS members that win
points races are honored at a banquet in November each year.
There is no general admission for spectators and parking is free.
Entry fees for players are based on the division and CKTS membership
status.
The tournament is re-scheduled if there is inclement weather and
entry fees are non-refundable. In 2008, the contingency date is
Sat., Aug. 30, starting at 9 a.m. Players unable to compete at that
time will default.
The tournament is held at the beautiful Graham
Memorial Park
and Marion County High
School. You can register at www.visitlebanonky.com
For more information, call
Steve Humphress at 270.692.9152
or e-mail humphress6@alltel.net.
The entry deadline of 6 p.m. EST, Tues., Aug. 19, is firm.
Plane
Lands on Parkway 8-19-08
A small plane made an emergency landing on the Western
Kentucky Parkway. State Police report the pilot landed at the 98
mile-marker on an eastbound land of the roadway. WBKO TV reports no
injuries were reported.
Mammoth
Cave Deal 8-19-08
There will be free cave tours at Mammoth Cave on August 25,
next Monday. It's Founders Day. It's the day Congress created the
National Park Service back in 1916. The "Daily Times" says
the free tours on the 25th will be of the Mammoth Passage, the tour
covers three-quarters of a mile in about 85 minutes.
KSP Report Minor Accident on St. Rose Rd 8-18-08
ACCIDENT OCCURRED SUNDAY
AFTERNOON 2 MILES WEST OF LEBANON
ON ST. ROSE
RD AT 3:00PM.
JOHN R. BRADSHAW, AGE 16 OF LEBANON WAS TRAVELING WEST ON ST. ROSE
RD IN
A 1998 CHEVY
MALIBU WHEN HE STRUCK A 1990 PONTIAC IN THE BACK BEING
OPERATED BY 54 YR OLD JIMMY RAKES OF LEBANON. RAKES
WAS STOPPED
WAITING FOR A 2005
MAZDA TRIBUTE BEING OPERATED BY 52 YR OLD MARTHA REID
OF LORETTO TO TURN LEFT. RAKES VEHICLE THEN STRUCK REID'S IN
THE BACK.
RAKES WAS TREATED & RELEASED FROM SPRING
VIEW HOSPITAL. MS. REID,
BRADSHAW, AND TWO PASSENGERS IN HIS VEHICLE, 42 YR OLD KAREN
BRADSHAW OF
LEBANON AND 13 YR OLD SARA BRADSHAW ALSO OF LEBANON WERE NOT
INJURED.
ALL OCCUPANTS WERE WEARING THEIR SEAT BELT.
Mechanical Problems Cause Motorcycle Crash 8-18-08
Kentucky State Police say that mechanical problems were the
cause of a westbound motorcycle crash on US 68 in Marion County
which resulted in injuries to the rider and a passenger.
The crash occurred at around 4pm Saturday (Aug. 16).
Russell Craft, age 52, the operator of the motorcycle and a
passenger, Teresa Craft, age 53, both of Jeffersonville, IN, were
taken by EMS to Spring View Medical Center in Lebanon, and was then
airlifted the University of Louisville Hospital.
Both were wearing helmets at the time of the accident.
Trooper Clint Walker of Kentucky State Police Post 15 investigated
the accident.
Product Recall: Kroger Hulless Corn Puff Poppers 8-18-08
The Kroger Company is recalling packages of Kroger Hulless
Corn Puff Poppers - Extreme Butter (artificially flavored) sold in
Kentucky because the product might contain milk not listed on the
label.
Consumers who are allergic to milk could suffer a serious or
life-threatening reaction if they eat the product. No illnesses have
been reported.
The recalled product is in 8ounce packages with a November 8 sell-by
date. It was also sold in 19 other states.
For more information, consumers can call 1-800-632-6900.
Teen Struck And Killed By Train 8-18-08
Two boys were walking along the train tracks in Somerset, police say they apparently heard a train but thought it was on another track. WLEX TV reports the train struck and killed 15-year-old Christopher Johnson. The other teenager walking with Johnson escaped injury.
Size Of Derby Field As Safety Issue 8-18-08
A committee formed after the Kentucky Derby breakdown of Eight Belles is studying the size of the derby field as a safety issued. According to the "Courier Journal" the Jockey Club committee will study the safety records of big races where the field is limited to 14 horses as compared to the derby where a field of 20 horses is common.
Beshear Orders Purchase Of Bond For Student Loans 8-18-08
Governor Steve Beshear announced Friday that the commonwealth will purchase a 50-million-dollar bond to ensure student loans remain available for Kentuckians. The bond will be purchased from the state's only public, non-profit student loan provider. Under the plan, the Kentucky Higher Education Student Loan Corporation has authorized the sale of the private placement bond to provide short-term financing for student loans. Beshear says the bond purchase represents the most important investment the state can make.
Lebanon Police Investigate Burglaries 8-15-08
Lebanon Police say that a a set of golf irons, driver, woods,
golf bag and a pair of size 7 1/2 golf shoes were stolen on Saturday
(Aug 9) from George Street.
Dallas Wayne Allen, age 27 , of Lebanon was arrested and charged
with stealing a box of copper wire from Boldrick Avenue. The wire
was valued at $75.
A Pioneer Compact disk in-car stereo player, set of J.L Audio
Speakers, equalizer and an Audio Bohn Power Cap, all valued at
$1,129 were stolen from a vehicle parked on Linda Avenue earlier
this week. $300 worth of damage was done to the 1985 Oldsmobile
during the theft.
Lebanon
and Marion County Experiences Fifth Straight Increase in Tourism’s
Economic Impact 8-15-08
Statistics released by the Kentucky Department of
Travel show that tourism in Lebanon and Marion County was up by 4.4
percent in 2007, according to an annual report compiled by the
Travel Industry Association in Washington D.C. The figures indicate
a 6.5 percent increase statewide which added $10.7 billion to the
state’s economy, including $16,922,081 to Lebanon and Marion
County ’s economy.
This is the fifth
straight year local tourism has increased. Since the Lebanon Tourist
& Convention Commission was created in 2003, Lebanon and Marion
County ’s annual economic impact from tourism has grown from $12.7
million to $16.9 million.
According to the
TIA, there are now 219 travel-related jobs in Lebanon and Marion
County responsible for $5.9 million in payroll. The
impact figures take into consideration the direct spending of
travelers, indirect spending, payroll of tourism-related businesses,
secondary sales generated per every $1 of travel dollars spent and
other indicators.
Since
the LTCC was created, the restaurant business in Lebanon alone has
grown by $3.9 million and the transient room
business has grown by $392,435.
State Agency In Charge Of Student Loans Low On Funds
8-15-08
The state loan agency says it has no money to give to local students. Agency officials say federal help is on the way but until then Kentucky has no money to hand out. Officials say the problem is a result of a poor credit market. Officials say they do have a contingency plan to get temporary federal assistance in place in case the federal money is not there. Officials say nearly 110-thousand students in Kentucky rely on loans.
Crackdown On Drinking And Driving 8-15-08
Kentucky State Police along with many local police agencies are joining a national campaign to crackdown on drinking and driving. The "Drunk Driving, Over the Limit, Under Arrest" campaign begins today and runs through Labor Day. Along with increased enforcement across the country, the campaign will be backed up with television and radio spots.
Jobs Saved At Ford Truck Plant 8-15-08
A shift to be discontinued at the Kentucky Truck Plant will keep working. The Ford Motor Company has decided not to eliminate the shift, the "Courier Journal' reports this will mean 230 jobs will be saved. Ford is moving production of some vehicles to the plant as part of it's consolidation.
Two Dozen Jobs For Campbellsville 8-15-08
A company in the Netherlands that manufactures plastic tubing, it moving some production to Kentucky. Fluortubing has a distribution facility in Campbellsville, now they're planning to add some production. It's a one-million-dollar investment that's expected to mean about 25 new jobs.
Fair Heading For Weekend 8-15-08
Last year, miserably hot weather plagued the Kentucky State Fair. This year the weather is more normal, and officials hope that brings big crowds to the fair. The fair, complete with horse show, midway, food, and exhibits opened this week and runs through the 24th at the fairgrounds in Louisville.
Disaster Training to Take Place Today 8-14-08
Marion County Emergency Management will be conducting a Mock
Disaster Scenario throughout the county tonight starting at 6pm.
Sirens will be going off, please do not call 911 or Lebanon
Dispatch. The mock
disaster will involve the Hospital and
Marion
Adjustment
Center
in St. Mary’s, however, the sirens and warning systems may go off
through out the county. The
mock disaster may last until around 8pm .
Please do not call Lebanon Dispatch or 911- this is just a
testing, training situation.
KSP
Investigating Missing Person 8-14-08
On Monday, August 11, around 4pm the Monroe County Sheriffs
Dept. located a 2003 white Ford F350 pickup approximately 9 miles
east of Tompkinsville off of Ky Hwy 100.
The vehicle was determined to belong to George R. Brown of
Trafalgar
,
Indiana
who was reported missing on June 15, 2008.
Mr. Brown was not located with his vehicle.
He is a 67 year old white male, 6’0 tall, 225 lbs., blue
eyes and brown hair and has a history of diabetes and high blood
pressure.
He was last seen in
Indiana
and was reported to have been traveling to the
Lake
Cumberland
area.
Investigators
from Franklin County, Indiana met with KSP Detective Burton on
08/12/2008.
After further investigation it is believed that foul play
could be involved.
If you
have any information regarding this investigation or the
whereabouts of George R. Brown please contact Detective B.J. Burton
with the Kentucky State Police, POST 15 in
Columbia
,
KY
at 1-800-222-5555 or 270-384-4796.
Kentucky State Fair To Kick Off 8-14-08
The 104th Kentucky State Fair kicks off today. Governor Steve Beshear and Mayor Jerry Abramson will open the event with remarks this afternoon. The event will include live music by the Louisville Thoroughbred Chorus, an introduction of the Kentucky county fair queens and a presentation of flags by the Kentucky National Guard Color Guard. The ceremony will be open to the public and will take place at the Kentucky Exposition Center, South Wing C at 5:15 p.m.
Governor Talking Cigarette Tax 8-14-08
Governor Beshear says he will continue to push for a major increase in the tax on cigarettes. In an address to the Louisville Forum on Wednesday the governor says the cut in services necessary to balance the budget is hurting average Kentuckians. According to WHAS 11 the governor says Kentuckians are "open to the idea of raising some kind of new revenue".
Many Kentuckians Say Their In Poor Health 8-14-08
A Department for Public Health survey reveals almost a quarter aof all Kentucky adults rate their health as fair or poor. The data also found that 16 percent of adults report a lack of health care coverage. Other results of the survey indicate, 30 percent report they don't participate in any physical activities such as running, golf, gardening or waling for exercise and about 70 percent of Kentuckians are overweight.
Lebanon Man Arrested on Warrants 8-12-08
Lebanon Police arrested Larrel J. Porter, age 26, of
Lebanon, Sunday, on Marion County warrants for Trafficking in a
controlled substance 2nd, possession of drug paraphernalia 1st, and
being a persistent felony offender.
Lebanon Police also cited Matthew Eric Lee, age 19, on Criminal
mischief charges relating to a damaged vehicle parked at Warren
Acres. A criminal summons was served to Lee on Thursday, Aug.
7th.
Assistant Coach Takes Over Top Position for St. Catharine
College Basketball 8-12-08
J.T. Burton, an assistant coach last year for the St.
Catharine College Patriots, was named as head coach Monday. Burton,
who was an assistant for just one year, replaces Wade O'Connor who
left to become the top assistant at Western Carolina University.
O'Connor had a 94-29 record in four seasons at St. Catharine.
Burton played for the Patriots when the Patriots won the region and
advanced to the national junior college tournament in 1997. Burton
finished his collegiate career at Tennessee Wesleyan. He coached
girls' basketball at Washington County for four years before coming
to St. Catharine.
Lebanon City Council Met in Regular Session 8-12-08
Lebanon City Council approved a resolution for access road
for SW Industrial Site at last nights meeting.
In other business, the Council tabled a resolution to put stoplights
on the new Marion County Veterans Memorial Highway but amended the
resolution to change the resolution to take out the words "stop
lights" and change the language to indicate the possibility of
putting in flashing "stop ahead" signs. The Council
referenced Bardstown and many council members said that they do not
want this bypass to turn into that type of "stop-and-go"
traffic and believe that once development begins, then, invariably,
stop lights will come with it - at the appropriate places, creating
it's own slowing of traffic.
The Council also held the first reading of the Animal Control
Ordinance 08-01, with Councilman George and Councilwoman Fogle
voting no to the ordinance.
The new owners of Ragetti's, restaurant, which will be opening soon
in downtown Lebanon, came before the Council to ask them to consider
putting 2 spots on West Main that would be for 10 min parking only.
Delivery will be out the back of the restaurant, but they said that
having 10 minute parking would make it easier for customers to run
in for pick-ups. Ragetti's hours will be from 10-10pm, Monday and
Thursday and from 11-11pm on Friday and Saturday. The Council agreed
to two signs that would read "10 minute parking form 11am
-5pm).
2 Vehicle Accident 8-11-08
The Marion County Sheriff Department responded to the scene
of a two vehicle injury accident Friday at 7:54am at the
intersection of Highway 49 and Cowherd Lane, approximately 3 miles
north of Lebanon.
Mason T. Wilson of Lebanon was south bound on Hwy. 49 and was
attempting to make a left turn onto Cowherd Lane when his vehicle
collided with a vehicle traveling north on Hwy. 49 being operated by
Deanna Darst of Lebanon. A passenger in the Darst vehicle, Patricia
Wright of Lebanon was transported to Spring View Hospital.
Marion County Rescue Squad and EMS responded to scene.
Lebanon Police Arrest Juvenile and Investigate Gas Theft
8-11-08
Lebanon Police arrested a juvenile Thursday on charges of
criminal trespassing, criminal mischief, possession of burglary
tools, possession of marijuana, prescription drugs not in proper
container, possession of drug paraphernalia. $250 worth of damage
was done to an air conditioning unit during the incident.
$25 in gasoline was removed from a vehicle while it was parked on
Long Avenue on Friday and $79.23 in gasoline was stolen from Five
Star on Old Springfield Road on Thursday.
$300 damage was reported Saturday to a vehicle while parked on Oak
Street.
Electric
Car Maker Considers Kentucky Site 8-11-08
Shepherdsville-based, Integrity Manufacturing says it's
considering a Franklin
County location and an Indiana location as a possible
site for an electric
car plant. The governor has signed an executive order
that would permit the electric
cars on some state roads. The "Bowling Green
Daily News" reports the company is looking for a place to build
ZAP cars, they
say the plant would initially employ about 12 workers.
Cost Of Japan Trip Discovered 8-11-08
It cost the state 86-thousand dollars to send the governor,
and his delegation to Japan
on an economic
development mission. The "State
Journal" reports the governor was accompanied by the first
lady, four
administration officials and two Kentucky
State Police for security. The
governor's spokesman says despite the high cost, it was a good
investment.
Ground Beef Recall 8-11-08
Whole Foods
Market is recalling ground
beef that was sold in 23 states,
Washington, DC
and Canada.
In a statement on the company's website, the
retailer says the beef was sold between June 2nd and August 6th and
may be
contaminated with E-coli bacteria. The meat came from the same
Nebraska beef
plant which triggered a nationwide beef recall earlier this summer.
Illnesses
related to the beef sold at Whole
Foods have been reported in Massachusetts
and
Pennsylvania
and the company widened the recall out of what it calls "an
abundance of caution." If you bought ground beef from
Whole Foods between June
2nd and August 6th officials say to dispose of the beef or bring the
package or
receipt to the store for a refund.
Areas included in the recall are Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Connecticut,
Rhode
Island, Maine, Florida,
New Jersey, New
York, Kentucky, Maryland, Ohio,
Virginia, Alabama, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina,
Tennessee,
Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Wisconsin,
Washington, DC
and Canada.
Marion County Sheriff's Department Make Arrest 8-8-08
Marion County Sheriff's Department arrested William J.
Logsdon, Wednesday, at 201 Boldrick Avenue in Lebanon. Logsdon was
arrested on Marion County warrants for theft by unlawful taking,
stemming from his involvement in a recent gas drive-off at a
business in Loretto and two Marion County Bench warrants for failure
to appear. Logsdon was lodge in the Marion County Detention Center.
Lebanon Police Make 3 Arrests Monday 8-8-08
Lebanon Police Department made three arrests Monday at
Valley View Apartments. Jeremy E. Brooks, age 25, of Lebanon, was
arrested on charges of disorderly conduct 2nd, escape 2nd, assault
3rd of a police officer, criminal mischief 1st and resisting arrest.
During the incident, the police media release, reports that the
window of a police cruiser was kicked out, causing $1200 worth of
damage to the vehicle and Officer Phillips received an eye
laceration from a shard of glass and was treated at Spring View
Hospital.
During the same incident, Vickie Jo Coleman, age 44, of Lebanon and
Joshua T. Warren, age 20, were also arrested. Coleman was arrested
on charges of disorderly conduct, resisting arrest, and facilitation
of escape. Warren was charged with disorderly conduct.
Lebanon Police Report Auto Theft 8-8-08
Lebanon Police report that a 1989 Chevrolet Beretta, 2 door,
valued at $1200 was reported stolen from Hood Avenue on Wednesday.
Marion County Fiscal Court Talks About Stop Lights and
Other Issues 8-8-08
Marion County Fiscal Court met in regular session last
night. During the meeting, Marion Count Clerk Karen Spalding spoke
about the voting equipment report/study that she's been working on.
Spalding said that 40 new counties will soon be using the paper
ballot machine and she'd like to see how they work out for those
counties before investing in them. She said pros of this machine is
the obvious paper trail it leaves, but she is concerned there may be
security issues with the machines. She said she like to see how the
machines work for these new 40 counties in the upcoming election
before spending the money to purchase them.
Also in last nights meeting, the Court discussed safety concerns of
the new Veteran's Memorial Bypass. Several court members express
concerns that visibility was an issue at the intersections of the
bypass and the court decided to ask the City of Lebanon if they
would be interested in a cost-share plan to help put lights at the
St. Rose and Loretto Road intersections of the bypass. They also
discussed getting quotes for the possibilty of getting security
lights put up at the intersections.
Lebanon Middle School SBDM Council Special Called Meeting
Tonight at 5:30pm
Marion County Sheriff's Department Make Arrest and
Investigate Case of Criminal Mischief 8-7-08
Marion County Sheriff's department arrested Waylon G. Mays
after investigating a burglary at a residence on Danville Highway.
On Tuesday, at 3:02pm, the Sheriff's department was investigating
the burglary and found Mays at the scene and at that time Mays had
in his possession items that had been taken from the residence. Mays
was lodged in the Marion County Detention Center.
Also on Tuesday, it was reported to the Marion County Sheriff's
Department the theft and criminal mischief of property located on
Three Pines Road. The victim reported that during the early morning
hours of Sunday (Aug. 3) a car described as possibly a red Dodge
Shadow or Ford Focus was seen leaving the scene. A Lennox central
air condition unit, wiring and a lawn mower were taken and the home
was damaged during the theft. . The Sheriff's Department asks that
anyone with information related to this or any other crime, please
contact them at 692-3051 or Lebanon Dispatch at 692-2121.
Lebanon Police Investigate Theft 8-7-08
A compact disc player with a flip out screen and a 400 Watt
amplifier, total value of $750, was removed from a vehicle parked on
West Chandler Street yesterday.
Kentucky State Police Post 15 Give Monthly Update 8-7-08
During the month of July 2008, there were 48 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.
This brings our yearly fatality count to 26 compared with 20 through
this same period in 2007.
State wide fatality count stands at 435 compared with 500 through
this same period in 2007.
During the month of July 2008, there were 1,247 citations written,
384 courtesy notices written, 2,105 vehicles inspected, 1,062
complaints answered, 68 motorists assisted, 74 criminal cases opened
and 270 criminal arrests made.
Marion County Fiscal Court Meets Tonight 8-7-08
Marion County Fiscal Court will meet tonight in regular
session, but during that meeting, they will also have an
"embedded" Special Called Meeting of the Marion County
Public Properties Corp. The regular meeting gets underway at 4pm in
the Fiscal Court room at the David R. Hourigan Government Center.
Lebanon Police Investigate Criminal Mischief and Make
Arrest in Theft 8-6-08
Lebanon Police is investigating a case of criminal mischief that
occurred Saturday. A vehicle was damaged on the driver's side mirror
of a vehicle located on Warren Acres.
Lebanon Police arrested Denise N. Brown, age 23, of Lebanon on
charges of Theft by unlawful taking over $300, and 2 counts of Theft
by unlawful taking under $300. From June 13 to June 25, 2008, $709
was reported missing from Huddle House.
School Starts Back Today 8-6-08
Marion County Students are back in school today - Washington and
Nelson went back yesterday and with students returning to school,
parents are reminded of safety for those riding the school bus. Amy
Medley from Kosair Children's Hospital says that children need to be
seen while walking or waiting for the bus. Medley says children
should wear reflective material especially early in the morning and
that parents should also walk children under 10-years old to the bus
stop or to school in the morning.
Listen to Medley's comments on our home page - on the left hand
side - under "Listen to the News".
Beshear Gives a Green Light to Luring Electric Car Plant
8-6-08
Governor Beshear has taken steps to lure an electric car
manufacturer to the state. The Courier-Journal reports Beshear has
ordered the Transportation Cabinet to develop regulations allowing
the use of low-speed electric vehicles on some state roads. Using
the vehicles would be restricted mainly to in-city driving where the
speed limit is 45 miles per hour or less. Officials of
"ZAP", a California electric car company, and Integrity
Manufacturing were on hand for the announcement. Integrity wants to
build a major plant in Kentucky to produce "ZAP"
vehicles.
Road Resurfacing
Project 8-6-08
Springfield Mayor John W. Cecconi has been informed that
Hwy. 150 from the Hwy.55/555 intersection to the Perryville Road
By-pass will be undergoing resurfacing. The work which is being
accomplished by Nally and Haydon, under contract by the State
Transportation Cabinet is expected to begin August 7-15th. Residents
and businesses located along this route may experience some minor
inconveniences during this period. In addition, on street parking
may be temporarily interrupted for the Main Street area. Residents
and customers in this area are asked to refrain from Main street
parking during this resurfacing project and to take advantage of
parking in the rear of buildings. It is particularly important that
cars are not left parked on Main Street overnight at this
time.
School Starts Back This Week 8-5-08
Nelson and Washington County Public school students are back
in session today.
Marion County staff is in session today with students going back
tomorrow. Please remember to use caution at the bus stops now that
students are out and about. .
Mayor Cecconi Announces Road Resurfacing
Project 8-5-08
Springfield Mayor John W. Cecconi has been informed that
Hwy. 150 from the Hwy.55/555 intersection to the Perryville Road
By-pass will be undergoing resurfacing. The work which is being
accomplished by Nally and Haydon, under contract by the State
Transportation Cabinet is expected to begin August 7-15th. Residents
and businesses located along this route may experience some minor
inconveniences during this period. In addition, on street parking
may be temporarily interrupted for the Main Street area. Residents
and customers in this area are asked to refrain from Main street
parking during this resurfacing project and to take advantage of
parking in the rear of buildings. It is particularly important that
cars are not left parked on Main Street overnight at this
time.
Spaghetti Sauce Mix Recalled 8-5-08
CF Sauer Foods Inc. has recalled its Gold Medal spaghetti
sauce mix from stores in Mississippi, Kentucky and Alabama. The
company says the product contains a milk ingredient that could cause
an allergic reaction.
The Virginia-based firm recalled all sauce packages with the
following code date: 8119R. The mix comes in a 1.37 ounce pouch and
displays a UPC code of 0-52500-02104-7.
Company spokesman Chuck Adams said Monday that 234 cases have been
distributed since April 28. The firm says people who have an allergy
or severe sensitivity to milk risk serious or life-threatening
allergic reaction if they consume this product.
Refunds are available from stores selling the mix.
Hot Humid Weather 8-5-08
Hot and humid temperatures are expected throughout the day. According to The National Weather Service, today's high is 95-degrees, but will feel like 102-degrees. Because of the heat and humidity, exposure to the outdoors should be limited. Officials say if you do have to be outside to make sure you have plenty of cold water to drink. Also, outdoor pets should have fresh cold water. Temperatures are expected to cool down later in the week. Tomorrow's high is expected to reach in the mid-80s, by the end of the week temperatures could be in the low 80s.
Judge: Friends Can Join Kentucky Kingdom Lawsuit 8-5-08
A judge has ruled that two friends who were sitting with Kaitlyn Lasitter on a Kentucky Kingdom ride when a cable snapped will be allowed to join the Lasitter family's lawsuit against the park. Blair Johnson and Arin Valsted suffered cuts and bruises and have required psychological counseling because of the incident, according to their attorney. The "Courier Journal" reports that the two girls and their parents are seeking unspecified damages for medical expenses, pain and lost wages and emotional trauma. The parents were not allowed to join the suit alleging damages of emotional stress, according to Jefferson Circuit Court Judge Barry Willett. Attorneys will have until September 1st to respond to the judge's ruling.
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Junior Miss Winners Announced 8-4-08
The 2009 Marion County Junior Miss was held Saturday night.
21 ladies competed for the title and a winner was announced by
11:30pm.
3rd runner up Emily Veatch - daughter of Michael and Ruby Veatch
2nd runner up Bobbi Spalding -daughter of Bobby Spalding and Paula
Raikes
1st runner up Ann Rachel Hagan -daughter of Chris and Kim Hagan
Winner: Suzanne Spalding - daughter of Gary and Luanne Spalding
Over All scholastic: Roseanna Scott
Preliminary scholastic: Suzanne Spalding, Emily Veatch, Ann-Rachel
Hagan
Self Expression: Bobbi
Spalding, Kenna Smith,
Kristen Bradshaw
Interview: Emily Veatch,
Ann-Rachel Hagan,
Suzanne Spalding
Talent: Sarah Blair; Ann-Rachel Hagan, Suzanne
Spalding
Fitness: Heather Knopp,
Bobbi Spalding, Erin Ballard
Spirit: Brianna Browning
Be Your Best Self : Madison
Beach
School's Start Back This Week 8-4-08
Nelson and Washington County Public schools have staff day
today with students going back to school tomorrow.
Marion County has 1st day back for staff tomorrow and students will
return to school on Wednesday.
Long
Time Well Known Resident, Terry Ward, Dies 8-4-08
Terry Ward, age 63, of Lebanon, died
Friday (Aug. 1). Ward was a well-known member of the
community and was a lifelong member of St. Augustine Catholic
Church. He was former Community Action Director and Lebanon City
Administrator and currently a full time professor at St. Catherine
College.
Marion County Sheriff Investigating Burglary
8-4-08
The Marion County Sheriff's Department is investigating a
case of burglary and criminal mischief of a residence on New Haven
Road in Holy Cross area. This incident is believed to have taken
place on the weekend of July 26th. Anyone with information is asked
to contact the Marion County Sheriff's Department at 270-692-3051 or
Lebanon Dispatch at 270-692-2121.
Hot, Hot and Humid Weather On the Way 8-4-08
It's been hot, but it's even going to get hotter. The
National Weather Service in Louisville forecasts temperatures will
climb to the mid to upper 90's on Tuesday. Those temperatures
combined with high humidity will push the index over 100 degrees.
People are urged to use caution if working outside.
Marion County Sheriff Department Reports A One
Vehicle Fatality (8-1-08)
On July 30, 2008 at 10:04 am, the Marion County Sheriff Department
responded to the scene of a one-vehicle accident on Fairground Road
in Lebanon. Ruby M. Cox of Lebanon was operating a 1995 Ford Taurus
traveling North on Fairground Road. As the vehicle neared the city
limits, it traveled off the right shoulder of the roadway and struck
a culvert, then continued across a private driveway and struck a
utility pole head-on. Marion County EMS and Marion County Rescue
responded to the scene and extracted Ms. Cox from the vehicle due to
entrapment. Shortly after Air-Evac lifted off from the scene with
Ms. Cox, her condition worsened and had to be diverted back to
Springview Hospital. A short time after arrival at Springview, Ms.
Cox was pronounced deceased. Fairground Road was closed at the scene
till 2:15 pm for utility repairs.
Ron Lewis Gives a Check to Campbellsville
University (8-1-08)
U.S. Congressman Ron Lewis presented a 50,000 dollar check to
Campbellsville university today in honor of the late Francis
Clinkscales. The Francis Clinkscales endowed scholarship
will be used for nursing students and will be awarded for the first
time in the fall of 2009. The Campbellsville university
school of nursing was dedicated April 25th of 2006 and graduated its
first class of 22 students in May of this year.
Thirty students are scheduled to begin the second class this fall.
The scholarships will be awarded to undergraduate
students pursuing nursing. The awards will be made in scholarship
amounts based on funds available and number of
students selected. Miss Francis passed away February 27th at the age
of 78. She was a retired nurse from Ireland
army hospital after 37 years of service. She received a nursing
degree from Howard University in Washington D.C. She
was a long time Campbellsville city council member, a member of the
state parole board for 8 years and was
instrumental in the start up of the Taylor County Dialysis Center.
Lebanon Police Department Reports a case of theft
of over $5,000 (8-1-08)
The Lebanon Police Department reports that on Thursday, Matthew
Davis had 500 compact disks with an estimated value at $5,000 and a
radar detector with an estimated value at $40 stolen from his
vehicle on South Proctor Knott Avenue. The total value stolen equals
$5,040. The Police will continue their search of the robber.
It Could Cost More to Dispose of Construction
Debris in Nelson County 7-30-08
Nelson Fiscal Court approved yesterday the first reading of
a rate increase for certain construction debris brought into the
county landfill. Solid Waste Coordinator Brad Spalding says the
proposal is to raise rates for shingles, brick, blocks and
sludge.
Jim Lemeuix, who was Solid Waste Coordinator before taking over the
Road Department, said Nelson County's rates for such items will
still be the cheapest in the state.
Mago Construction requested the rate adjustment, hoping to encourage
roofing contractors to bring shingles to the company for recycling
into asphalt.
Spalding also said Lebanon sends a lot of sludge to the landfill,
and Maker's Mark is also a big customer. Their fees will nearly
triple.
Nelson Fiscal Court will vote on a second reading of the rate hike
at the 2nd meeting next month. Judge Executive Dean Watts plans to
meet with contractors before then to discuss the new charges.
No Obama Or McCain Expected At Fancy Farm 7-30-08
Barack Obama and John McCain are not expected to join the other politicians for speeches and barbecue at Fancy Farm on Saturday. The Fancy Farm political picnic has been going on for over 100 years at a Graves County catholic church. Candidates for Senate and other offices are expected to attend.
Hundreds Of Felons Can Vote7-30-08
Almost 800 felons who have fulfilled their legal sentences may vote. Governor Steve Beshear has restored their voting rights under a streamlined system adopted by previous governors, but no used by the last administration. According to the "Courier Journal" the convicts must still apply and fulfill certain requirements. The governor says those who's rights have been restored have served their time, and paid their debt to society.
School Jobs Lost 7-30-08
School districts cutting teachers to keep budgets in line. The Kentucky School Boards Association reports 975 positions including 455 teachers have been furloughed off. These cuts hit districts heavily dependent on state funding. According to the "Herald Leader" district like Fayette County with little state funding are not as affected by t the tight state budget.
Unemployment Increases 7-30-08
State officials releasing unemployment figures. The Kentucky Education and Workforce Development reports unemployment rose in 108 Kentucky counties between June 2007 and this June, fell in ten counties and stayed the same in two counties. The lowest unemployment is five-percent in Woodford County the highest unemployment is almost 12-percent in Magoffin County.
Another Gas Leak7-30-08
Officials at the Blue Grass Army Depot report mustard gas is leaking inside a storage silo. Officials say the deadly gas is no threat to the public. Several weeks ago a similar leak of sarin gas was detected in another of the igloos. Officials say the air is filtered and the deadly gas can't escape into the community.
Governor Staying Out Of House Leadership Contest7-30-08
Governor Steve Beshear says he is not involved in the selection of House leaders. It's been reported that Representative Greg Stumbo is expected to challenge House Speaker Jody Richards for his leadership position. Governor Beshear says "As governor I'm going to stay as far away from those leadership races as I can because I don't have a role in those."
Bypass Open 7-29-08
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, Department of Highways,
District Four - Elizabethtown announces that the Marion County
Veterans Memorial Highway (KY 2154) opened to through traffic
yesterday at around 4pm. The bypass begins at KY 55 and extends to
US 68. WLBN news desk would like to remind all of our listeners to
use caution when traveling ANY new and unfamiliar road. The stop
lights at the end of the bypass are operational and to use caution
when advancing upon them.
Interim Principal Named for LMS 7-29-08
Superintendent of Marion County Public Schools, Roger
Marcum, announces the appointment of Todd Farmer (currently Lebanon
Middle School Assistant Principal) at interim Principal until the
Lebanon Middle School Council selects a permanent Principal. Marcum,
making the appointment upon the request of the LMS council, says
that Farmer will be one of his recommended applicants for the
position. He goes on to say that he has confidence in his leadership
ability, work ethic and commitment to the students, parents, faculty
and staff of LMS.
The Lebanon Middle School Council will take the necessary time to
conduct a comprehensive selection process for their next
Principal.
State Changes Flag Lowering Policy 7-29-08
After some criticism is raised over the state's flag lowering policy, Major General Edward Tonini, Adjutant General for Kentucky says he's is clarifying the policy for lowering flags in recognition of military personnel who die fighting in the war on terror. Now the state will lower the flags, but only on the day of burial, for most all military personnel with a Kentucky connection. Those include native Kentuckians who have died in the line of military duty, military personnel not native Kentuckians but who have chosen the Commonwealth as their official place of residents, all members of the Kentucky National Guard and any member of the military who deploys from a Kentucky military base into a combat zone and is killed in action.
Scratch Off Pushes State Lottery To Record Sales 7-29-08
Kentucky Lottery Corporation officials credit scratch off games with making the difference . KLC President Arch Gleason reports scratch off ticket sales account for 470-million-dollars of the 778-million-dollars in sales in fiscal year 2008. This is a new sales record. Record money in means, record money out with 493-million-dollars paid out.
Bridges Safe But Many Need Work 7-29-08
State Transportation officials say since last years bridge tragedy in Minnesota, all of Kentucky's bridges have been deemed safe. But of the 14-thousand bridges in the state, 17-hundred that are state maintained, and 11-hundred that are county maintained need some type of repair. But officials say there is a lacking of funding to repair or replace all the bridges, a report indicates that nationally it would take over 140-billion dollars to make all the needed repairs and upgrades.
Fatal Accident In Washington County 7-28-08
Washington County Sheriff Tommy Bartley reports his
department worked a one vehicle fatality Friday at 12:08pm.
According to Bartley, 90 year old Lena M. Jones of Springfield, was
traveling on the Bloomfield Road when her vehicle left the roadway
and hit a tree. Jones was ejected. She was transported to Spring
View Hospital in Lebanon and flown stat flight to the University of
Louisville Hospital where she died. Along with the Washington County
Sheriff's office, the Washington County Ambulance and rescue squad
assisted.
3 Vehicle Accident Outside of Liberty Sends
Several to Hospital 7-28-08
THE KY STATE POLICE REPORT AN INJURY ACCIDENT THAT OCCURRED
ON SATURDAY AT APPROXIMATELY 1PM 6 MILES WEST OF
LIBERTY ON KY HWY
70. THE FIRST VEHICLE, A 95 DODGE BEING OPERATED BY 22 YEAR OLD
JACOB MILLER OF LIBERTY, WAS TRAVELING EAST ON KY HWY 70 WHILE THE
SECOND VEHICLE INVOLVED, A 98 CHEVY OPERATED BY 41 YEAR OLD THOMAS
HAYES OF LIBERTY, WAS TRAVELING WEST ON KY HWY 70 WHEN HAYES LEFT
THE ROAD TO AVOID COLLISION WITH THE FIRST VEHICLE. THE TWO CARS
STRUCK EACH OTHER IN THE SIDE THEN CONTINUED TO STRIKE THE THIRD
VEHICLE INVOLVED, A 2000 CHEVY BEING OPERATED BY FRED RUIZ WHO HAD
THREE PASSENGERS, ANDITA RUIZ, ADRIANNA RUIZ, AND CARRIE LUTRELL.
ALL DRIVERS AND PASSENGERS WERE BELIEVED TO BE SEAT BELTED AND WERE
ALL FLOWN TO THE
UNIVERSITY
OF
KY
HOSPITAL. ALCOHOL IS EXPECTED TO BE INVOLVED IN THIS INVESTIGATION.
Washington County Man Pleads Guilty to Marijuana Grow
Operation 7-28-08
Charles Roger Newton, age 52, of, Springfield, entered a
plea of guilty to charges stemming from an April 18, 2007,
indictment, according to U.S. Attorney David Huber of the Western
District of Kentucky.
Charles Newton pled guilty to one count of knowingly manufacturing
marijuana plants.
Newton
also pled guilty to possessing with the intent to distribute
marijuana and possession of methamphetamine.
Newton
also agreed to forfeit $30,000 as substitute assets for the real
estate where the marijuana plants were being grown.
The facts elicited during the plea hearing revealed that on January
31, 2007, the Greater Hardin County Drug Task Force executed a
search warrant at the residence of Charles Roger Newton located in
rural
Washington
County
.
Newton
had sold a pound of marijuana to a Confidential Informant on a
previous occasion, which formed the basis for the search warrant.
Upon searching
Newton
’s residence they discovered 330+ marijuana plants.
Additionally, the agents found a couple pounds of marijuana and 3.5
grams of methamphetamine secreted in a cooler in the wooded area
near the residence. Both
Newton
and co-defendant, Robert A. Ballard, were present at the
residence during the execution of the search warrant. The
street value of the marijuana plants that were being cultivated had
a value in excess of $600,000. Ballard’s role
was to take care of matters regarding the grow operation.
Upon being arrested,
Newton
provided a post-Miranda statement indicating that he was
growing the marijuana. Newton also stated that co-defendant
Ballard was only present on the property to take care of small
things with regards to the marijuana grow operation.
The maximum potential penalties are 46 years imprisonment, a
$2,000,000 fine, and supervised release for a period of life; and
the minimum potential penalties are five years imprisonment and
supervised release for a period of at least 4 years.
Newton
is scheduled to be sentenced before Judge Charles R. Simpson, III,
on October 8, 2008, at 3:30 p.m., in
Louisville
,
Kentucky
.
Number of School Systems Hit By Computer Virus 7-28-08
A computer virus attacked computers in the Boyd County
school system and according to state officials, 19 others in various
parts of the state. Officials tell the "Daily Independent"
the virus was an attachment to an e-mail that was supposed to be an
electronic post. Technicians managed to have all computers back
within hours.
Lebanon Police Investigate Thefts 7-25-08
Lebanon Police Department report a girls bicycle, valued at
$105, was reported stolen Wednesday from South Harrison
Street.
They are also investigating a burglary that occurred Tuesday on Long
Avenue. An amplifier, cd's, playstation games, cologne and change,
with a total value of $495, was reported missing.
If you have any information about this or any other ongoing
investigation, you can call the Lebanon Police Department at
692-2121.
St. Catharine College Has Hired First Full
time Athletic Director 7-25-08
St. Catharine College's first full time athletic director
will take over his new duties August 11th. Mike Doig, a native of
West Virginia, comes to St. Catharine form Whitefield Academy, a
private high school in Louisville, where he has been athletic
director and head basketball coach for the past five years.
President Bill Houston said Doig has experience in building programs
from scratch, and that is what he will be facing at the school with
the varsity programs switching to four year status beginning next
month. St. Catharine has moved to the National Association of
Intercollegiate Athletics, NAIA, and is a new member of the
mid-south conference.
Encouraging Turnout For Presidential Primary 7-25-08
Kentucky's Presidential Primary set a record and Secretary of Stare Trey Grayson says he hopes that means a record turnout for the November election. The state Board of Elections report shows a statewide turnout of over 32 percent, the highest turnout in Kentucky history for a Presidential Primary. The highest percentage of voters reported at 55 percent in Franklin County. The lowest turnout percentage in Monroe County with about ten percent. Statewide Democrats turned out 43 percent and Republicans almost 20 percent
Horse Racing To Be Studied 7-25-08
A new governor appointed task force will focus on horse racing in the Commonwealth. The governor has appointed Midway breeder Tracy Farmer to chair the group made up of officials of several race tracks and some other folks not connected to racing. The governor wants the task force panel to study the economic soundness of the industry, drug testing issues, and the adequacy of state laws and regulations.
Kosair Introduces New MRI Area For Children 7-25-08
Kosair Children's Hospital unveiled a new MRI area for children. The imaging area includes a second MRI scanner and three times the number of sedation rooms than it once had. The expansion, which cost around ten-point-two-million-dollars, will help reduce the wait time for families, according to official
Dedication Ceremony to be held for New Bypass
7-24-08
There will be a dedication ceremony tomorrow at 11am on the
Springfield side of the Marion County Veteran's Memorial Bypass. The
public is invited, with a special invitation to all veteran's and
their families to come out. There will be a reception following in
the VFW building.
--Listen to County Judge Executive John G. Mattingly speak about
the Dedication on our audio news link on the left side of our home
page---
Blood Drive 7-24-08
The Red Cross will be returning today from 3pm-8pm at the
Cornerstone Christian Church in the Lincoln Heritage Shopping Center
in Springfield, for a blood drive in honor of Justin Hatchett.
Because so many potential donors had to be turned away last week,
the Washington County FAA is sponsoring this 2nd blood drive in
Justin's honor. Justin is a recent WCHS graduate who was seriously
injured in a tractor accident and remains in the UK hospital. He
received over 60 units of blood.
Commissioner Farmer Has Issues With Food And Drug
Administration 7-24-08
Agriculture Commissioner Richie Farmer fears Kentucky farmers are being harmed by the Food and Drug Administration and blanket warnings about food items stemming from the salmonella outbreak. Farmer says federal investigators need to speed up their work, because there is no evidence in this latest warning any of the suspected peppers are grown in Kentucky. The commissioner says the FDA's overly broad advice to consumers can have severe consequences for growers.
Boyle County Man Charged With Jessamine County Robbery 7-24-08
Nicholasville Police have charged 34-year-old Joseph D. Morris of Junction City in Boyle County with bank robbery. Officers took him into custody just minutes after a robbery Wednesday at the Kentucky Bank on the south side of Nicholasville. Police say units were already in the area responding to citizens' concerns about a suspicious person.
Average Price Of Gas Dips Under Four-Dollars 7-24-08
The average price of a gallon of unleaded gas in Kentuckiana is under four-dollars a gallon. The drop in the price of gas is being credited to crude oil prices going down almost 20-dollars. According to Louisvillegasprices.com the average price for a gallon of gas is three-dollars-and-90-cents a gallon, with some stations selling gas for as little as three-dollars-and-86-cents a gallon.
Lebanon Police Arrest Woman on Taylor County
Warrants 7-22-08
Lebanon Police Arrested Diana Regina Smith, of Lebanon,
Saturday on a Taylor County warrant for operating on a suspended or
revoked operators license/failure to notify address change and a
Taylor county warrant for probation violation.
Campbellsville Woman Is Miss Kentucky 7-22-08
Emily Cox of Campbellsville was named the winner of the 2008
Miss Kentucky Scholarship pageant this week. This is the 5th winner
from Campbellsville to become Miss Kentucky. Cox is the 22 year old
daughter of Ricky Cox and Jenny Cox of Campbellsville.
Campbellsville Man Dead and Another Arrested
on Murder Charges After Shooting 7-22-08
A Campbellsville man is dead and another is in jail after a
shooting that happened over the weekend. The shooting occurred just
after 1pm Sunday on Clem Haskins Boulevard. Gary L. Beard Jr. was
arrested on charges of murder of David Brad Williams, age 31, of
Campbellsville. Williams died from a single gunshot wound to the
chest. Beard was also charged with possession of a handgun by
a convicted felon and was lodged in the Mario County Jail.
9 Die on Roadways 7-22-08
Kentucky State Police say that 9 people died in 8 separate
crashes on Kentucky roadways last week. Seven of the fatalities
involved motor vehicles and five of those victims were not wearing
seat belts. A motorcyclist was killed in Pike County and a bicyclist
was struck and killed in Jefferson County.
Lebanon Police Investigating Mischief and
Theft Cases 7-21-08
Lebanon Police report that three stainless steel elevator
cover plates, valued at $500, were stolen last Monday (July 14th),
from Miles Farm Supply on Royer Avenue.
A windshield was broken out of a vehicle early last week. The
vehicle was located on West Walnut Street at E-Z auto sales.
Assorted tools and gasoline, valued at $182 was stolen from a
Roundtree Court residence last Monday (July 14).
Plane Crashes in Greensburg
Kentucky State Police say a small plane crashed in
Greensburg Saturday at around 1pm. KSP say that the small, single
engine fixed wing plane went down 5 miles north of Greensburg
off the Garnett Beams Road into a wooded area. The pilot and a
passenger were both transported to the hospital. FAA and NTSB were
notified. FAA responded to the crash scene.
Kentucky State Police Investigating Double
Homicide in Monroe County
Yesterday morning at around 8:45am, KSP Post 15 out of
Columbia received a call from the Monroe County Dispatch reporting a
possible double homicide that occurred on Sulphur Lick Road. The
first KSP unit arrived and discovered the bodies of 29 year old
Nicholas Butler, of Tompkinsville and 47 year old Jackie Eubank, the
owner of the residence. KSP arrested Paul Howard Walden, age 39, of
Tompkinsville and charged him with 2 counts of first degree murder.
Walden was lodged in the Monroe County Jail. Autopsies are pending
and the investigation continues.
Kentucky State Police Report Collision at
Grider Hill Boat Dock
KSP report a collision occurred yesterday at Grider Hill
Boat Dock in Clinton County.
Thomas A Budd, age 60, of Cincinnati was backing up the boat ramp
when he struck Chase Banister, age 12, of Indiana. Banister was
airlifted to Kosair's Children's Hospital in Louisville with
injuries that include a broken leg.
Infant Left in Car
A Berea woman is charged with leaving her four month old
grandson in a Wal-Mart parking lot. WLEX-TV 18 news reports an eye
witness spotted the baby in the hot car and called police. When she
returned to the parking lot, the baby's maternal grandmother was
arrested and charged with wanton endangerment. The baby boy is
reported in good condition.
American Idol in Louisville
Thousands of people lined up early Saturday morning hoping
to become the next American Idol. The registration process took
place over the weekend where some of those in line received
wristbands, and were asked to return today. Official auditions
started at 8am this morning at Freedom Hall.
Marijuana discovered at Tatum Lane location
7-17-08
On Monday, July 13, the Marion County Sheriff's Department
discovered ten marijuana plants growing on the property at
3045 Tatum Lane, approximately three miles east of Gravel
Switch. According to the Sheriff's Department, the plants were
removed from the property and destroyed. There have been no
arrests yet, however, the case remains under
investigation.
Highway 555 Extension Opens in Washington
County
The new Highway 555 extension that connects the Bluegrass
Parkway with Highway 248 and Highway 62 opened Wednesday. The
extension connects Lebanon to Taylorsville in Spencer County.
The 26 million dollar project was let four years ago.
Search Continues for New Superintendent in
Washington County
The Washington County School Board will hold two executive
sessions this week to interview the finalist being considered to
replace the late Larry Graves as superintendent.
Son of Washington County Magistrate Riney
Recovering
Magistrate Billy Riney's son Thomas is reported to be in stable
condition in the intensive care unit of University of Louisville
Hospital. The 16-year old suffered three broken ribs and a
small tear in his liver as the result of a truck accident Monday at
his home in Washington County. The family adds they hope to
have Thomas home Sunday or Monday.
Public Meetings Today Thursday (July 17)
Marion County Fiscal Court meets at 4:00 pm today.
Bradfordsville Board of Commissioners will hold a
special called meeting at 6:30 pm today to consider use of the land
by the water tower and commissioners.
Lebanon Police Investigate Criminal Mischief
7-10-08
Lebanon Police are investigating a case of criminal mischief
that occurred yesterday at Maple Street Apartments. A tire was
punctured on a vehicle - amount of damage was estimated at $20.
Breakfast and Lunch Prices to Increase at
Marion County Public Schools
During the Marion County Board of Education meeting Tuesday
night, the board decided to increase enforcement of the
"tobacco free" policy at all locations.
Judy Gaddie also recommended raising breakfast and lunch prices by
.20 cents. Gaddie said she was reluctant and hated doing it, but
costs were increasing for the items they used to create the meals.
The board pointed out that even with the increases, this district is
still below many others. Breakfast for students will now be $1.00
(instead of .80) and adult breakfasts will be $1.75 (up from $1.55).
Lunch is also increasing. Elementary student lunches will be $1.60
(was $1.40), Middle Schools will be $1.70 (was $1.50) and High
school students will pay $1.75 (up form $1.55). Adult lunches will
cost $2.85 (instead of the current $2.65).
Gaddie said that transportation costs were increasing the costs on
all shipped items and gave a few surprising numbers. A box of
aluminum foil that was costing $70, has increased over $40 and is
now costing more than $100 per box. She also said that they
were spending over $4000 a month on milk.
In a press statement released by the Board of Education, the board
reported on the Executive Session Meeting that was held on June
10th.
The Executive Session was for the purpose of performing the
summative evaluation of the Superintendent, Roger Marcum. Marcum and
Board members DeLane Pinkston, Alex Ackerman, Bernard Miles, and
Sister Kay Carlew were present.
The main purpose of the summative evaluation is to provide the
superintendent feedback on his performance.
The Board evaluates the Superintendent on Leadership, Management,
Finance, Policy and Governance, Communication, Board Relationships,
District Goals and Planning, Professional Standards, Community
Relationships, Personal Qualities and Staff Relationships.
In all of the Performance areas the Board found Marcum
distinguished, the highest rating awarded.
Governor Planning Road Trip
Governor Steve Beshear is planning to make a 12 city tour of
the Commonwealth later this month. Chief of Staff Adam Edelen tells
the "Herald Leader" the governor wants to talk about some
of his ideas and listen to people. The tour is to make stops from
Pikeville to Paducah.
Marion County Board Of Education Meeting;
Marcum Announces Intent to Retire 7-09-08
Marion County Board of Education met in regular session last
night and several important items were discussed. One of the biggest
came when Roger Marcum announced his intent to retire as
Superintendent from the Marion County District. After 34 years in
Education, Superintendent Marcum plans to June 30, 2009, and advised
the board to start the planning process for hiring a
replacement.
Another important person in the Marion County School District is
retiring at the end of this month. Judy Bickett, Administrative
Secretary, will be retiring after 38 years service to the county.
The Board recognized Bickett for all of her dedication and hard
work, with a reception and a engraved clock. Bickett will be replace
by Pam Spalding.
Lebanon Middle and St. Charles Middle School Principals were on hand
to go over scheduling for the next year.
Lebanon Middle Principal Dan Imes said that students would have
eight, 44 minutes classes. This scheduling allows grade levels the
chance to meet in teams. He also said that they would address
concerns including vocabulary, fluency with basic math facts and
reaching all learners, especially kinesthetic learners. John Brady,
from St. Charles, said that students there would have eight, 45
minutes classes plus 25 minute lunch. The students will rotate
through four, 9 week long exploratory classes that include (music,
health/PE, art, and technology). Teachers at both schools will have
two planning periods. Board member Miles expressed concern with the
amount of planning and wanted assurance that the schools were
student focus and not trying to keep the staff happy by holding onto
planning times. Brady responded by saying that the key is that the
planning time is used efficiently and effectively. Miles agreed to
the statement.
Accident Sends Several to Hospital 7-09-08
Jeffrey D. Walton, age 27 of Lebanon, was northbound on KY
49 when he swerved his vehicle to miss a vehicle stopped in the
road. Walton struck a vehicle in the southbound lane driven by
Anthony Atwood, age 44 of Lebanon.
Walton was transferred to the University of Louisville Hospital.
There were 4 passengers in Mr. Walton's vehicle. Amy Elam, age 21,
of Lebanon was transferred to the University of Louisville Hospital.
Kevin Wethington, Marissa Keeling & Travis Keeling were treated
and released from the Spring View Hospital. No one in the Walton
vehicle were wearing their seatbelts. Anthony Atwood was treated and
released from the Spring View Hospital. Atwood was wearing his
seatbelt.
New Jobs Coming to Springfield 7-09-08
The Springfield Sun reports that the local economy will soon
get some new jobs in Springfield.
Bonnie Plants, a company providing vegetables, herbs, flowers and
other gardening items to home and department stores such as Home
Depot, Lowe’s, Wal-Mart and K-Mart, has announced it will open a
new Springfield growing and distribution location.
Bonnie Plants will make their local home in the former Carolina
Greenhouse property on KY 55 across from Toyotomi Automotive. The
agriculture company expects to bring about a dozen full-time jobs to
Springfield , as well as 30 to 35 seasonal jobs, according to Joey
Padgett, who will serve as manager of the location.
According to Padgett, production will begin in December or January.
Lebanon City Council Helps Fund Senior Citizen Program
7-08-08
The Lebanon City Council met in regular session last night
at City Hall and two delegations came before the council. The first
was Junior Adams, from the Justice Center. Adams was there to ask
the council if they had given any more thought to the idea of
creating a citizen advisory oversight group. This would be a review
board that, according to Adams, give an outside opinion - and would
not be just an in-house review of police practices. Adams said he
thought it would benefit everyone because it wouldn't be hearsay or
one man's opinion over another's.
Several questions were brought up during the discussion including
when does the "advisory board" get involved? What cases
would motivate the board to form an inquiry? What if the answer
isn't the answer some are looking for? Would there be another board
organized to go over their findings?
Mayor Crenshaw said that they welcome open reviews from any other
body of legal standing but didn't believe that regular citizen's
should be on a board that would have control/or review the police
department.
Mayor Crenshaw said that from an administrator's point of view, many
questions are unanswered about what type of capacity this board
would hold and that there are already procedures in place for
internal investigations. Mayor Crenshaw went on to say that since
there was an ongoing investigation, the proper procedure would be to
let that case wrap up before pursuing anything further. Mayor said
that now the current procedure is that when there is a complaint
filed, a written request must be made for the Chief of Police to do
an internal review. Then if the complainant doesn't like the final
report, they have legal recourse they can further pursue.
The Mayor said that he was willing to sit down with Adams and
discuss this and asked Adams to put together a structured plan of
things like what cases the board would look at and what they
wouldn't.
Judge Executive John G. Mattingly came before the council to discuss
the major cutbacks in the Senior Citizen Program. For the past 15
year Canteen Corp, which has provided both the "Meals on
Wheels" and the Hot Meals program provided at the local Senior
Citizens Centers in Marion County, has decided not to bid to renew
the meal plan.
The Meals on Wheels has been contracted with PurFoods-Mom's Meals
from Iowa for UPS Shipped Home delivered Meals. In the past, Canteen
workers and Senior Center Coordinators delivered them daily. Now a
UPS worker will drop off a 10 day supply at a time. The hot meals
contracted by Community Actions will be provided by a local vendor -
how the problem was there was no local coordinator since Lincoln
Trail has reduced the coordinators across their 8 county area. The
Judge said that the two Part time coordinators would be placed on
payroll of Community Action in order to stay with the program. The
Judge also asked the Council if they would help pay the utilities of
the building to cover costs for the program.
Councilman Pickerill said that the City focus a lot on the up and
coming generation and we also need to pay attention to the seniors
and he made a motion to take $11,500 out of the Morgan Statue Fund
to help support the program. Since Councilwoman Fogle is employed by
Community Actions, she was unable to vote. Pickerill and Mayor
Crenshaw also agreed that a complete check of the heating system
needs to take place to check into the high cost of utilities.
In old Business, the Mayor said that the Animal Control Ordinance
would be discussed at the next meeting and the council decided to
purchase bike racks and to check with the county on where they could
be placed downtown and in new business, Halloween in the Park 2008
was set for Friday, Oct. 31st.
Lebanon Police Investigate IPOD Theft 7-08-08
Lebanon Police say an IPOD was removed form a vehicle while
it was parked at the Lebanon Trade Center. The IPOD was valued at
$250 and there was $450 worth of damage done to the vehicle during
the theft.
Meetings Today 7-08-08
Marion County Arts and Humanities Council meets at 6:30pm
tonight at Centre Square and the Marion County Board of Education
meets in regular session at 7pm. There will be a board meeting of
the Marion County Water District Commissioners tonight at 7:30pm at
its office on Campbellsville Highway.
2 Accidents Over the Holiday Period 7-7-08
A one vehicle accident occurred Friday, at 12:20pm, 2 miles
south, of Willisburg, on Highway 53. Stephanie Speer, age 30, of
Willisburg, was traveling south, when she ran off the roadway and
overturned. Speer, and two passengers in her vehicle, Ethan Speer,
age 5, and Ryan Boblitt, age 10, both also from Willisburg, were all
transported to Flaget Hospital. All three were wearing seat belts.
Marion County Sheriff's Department responded to the scene of a
one vehicle Thursday afternoon at around 4:35pm, on highway 527 in
Holy Cross. Alicia Gootee of Loretto lost control of her vehicle in
a curve and exited the roadway striking a fence. A passenger,
Michael J. Hagan, of Loretto, was treated at the scene by Marion
County EMS. Gootee was also treated at the scene by EMS, but was
transported by Life-Net helicopter to the University of Louisville
Hospital. The Loretto Fire Department and Marion County Rescue Squad
also responded and assisted at the scene.
Lebanon Police 7-7-08
The Lebanon Police Department has recently recovered items
possibly stolen from a vehicle in the Lebanon/Marion County area. If
you have had property stolen within the past 60 days, please contact
the Lebanon Police Department with your stolen property description.
Springfield 11 and 12 Year Old Little League Advance 7-7-08
The Springfield 11 and 12 year old Little League won the
District 5 Championship last week in Burkesville and will move on
the State Competition in St. Matthews beginning on July 19th. The
Springfield team defeated South Hardin 1-0 in the championship game.
The coaches for the team are Billy Hilton and Russell Burkhead. The
players are Thomas Spalding, Evan Blake Burkhead, John Riney,
Matthew Bartley, Travis Mattingly, Adam Smith, Christopher Mann,
Adam Krey, Thomas Pettus, Wade Moore, Jordan Bottoms and Justin
Shelton.
The Lebanon Police Department Investigates a Case of Receiving
Stolen Property and Criminal Trespassing 7-4-08
On Wednesday, Terry O. Furman of Shuck Avenue had two
speakers stolen from his vehicle valued at $120. Both of the
speakers were recovered and returned to the owner (Mr. Terry O.
Furman). Marion L. Price of Rosenwald Village was arrested on
Wednesday on charges on theft of under $300 and criminal trespassing
in the 3rd degree.
Jets Over Kentucky Kicks Off Today 7-4-08
Jets Over Kentucky ’08 kicks off today at the
Lebanon-Springfield Airport with more
than 50 pilots, including Lewis "The General" Patton, the
best known pilot in the country. While
there are numerous prizes to be won by the RC pilots, the show is an
exhibition for fans and an arena for the pilots to show off their
skills and aircraft. Jets
Over Kentucky begins with warm-up flying Wednesday then the show
opens to spectators Friday morning. Pilots fly Friday from 9 a.m.
till dark, Saturday from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
See below for a complete schedule. The airport will be open to
pilots for test runs Tues., July 1. Jets
Over Kentucky provides an opportunity to see some amazing aircraft,
have fun and catch up on the latest trends in the RC industry.
For
more information, call 502.429.
6365 or e-mail lewisthegeneral@hotmail.com
or go to www.visitlebanonky.com.
Dawahares Closing The Rest Of Its Stores 7-4-08
The company that proclaims it has stores from Pikeville to
Paducah is closing all of them. Dawahare's. The 101-year old
company filed for chapter 11 bankruptcy re-organization back in May
and announced plans to close seven stores. Now the
"Herald Leader" reports the company filed papers in U.S.
Bankruptcy Court on Thursday saying it would run out of money in
October and would now close the remaining 22 stories. S.F.
Dawahare an immigrant from Syria began the business as a peddler in
the coal field in 1907.
Kroger Recalling Meat Products 7-4-08
The Kroger Company is recalling some ground beef products in
Kentucky and Indiana because of possible E. coli contamination.
Officials say the recall involves ground beef products in Styrofoam
tray packages wrapped in clear cellophane. The recall also
includes beef purchased from a service counter. Officials say
no illnesses have been reported in the area and the recall is a
precautionary measure. Customers should check sell-by dates
and avoid meats will dates between May 21st through July 5th.
Beware Of "Hot " Investment Tips 7-4-08
This summer, the Kentucky Department of Financial Institutions warns
that scam artists are using every trick under the sun to separate
unsuspecting investors from their hard-earned dollars. The DFI
warns investors to screen themselves from hot energy-related tips,
speculative real estate promotions, unsolicited invitations from new
online "friends". Officials say before investing, verify
that the investment opportunity is registered and the seller is
licensed by checking online at www.kfi.ky.gov
Marion County Sheriff's Office Report Accident and
Investigate Separate Case of Criminal Mischief 7-03-08
On Tuesday (July 1) at 10:46pm, the Marion County Sheriff's
Department responded to a single vehicle injury accident on Highway
49, around 2 miles east of Holy Cross. Dillion M. Wheatley of New
Hope lost control of the vehicle and exited the roadway striking a
fence. Wheatley was treated at the scene by Marion County EMS and
transported by ambulance to Flaget Memorial Hospital in Bardstown.
The Loretto Fire Department and Marion County Rescue Squad responded
and assisted at the scene.
The Marion County Sheriff's Department is investigating a report
of Criminal Mischief that took place during the early morning hours
yesterday (July 2nd). The incident took place on Campbellsville
Highway, about 5 miles south of Lebanon. The victim reported that
his 2004 Chevrolet Malibu, white in color, had broke down and was
left on the roadside overnight. When the owner returned to move the
vehicle, it had been vandalized. Anyone with information concerning
this crime is asked to contact the Marion County Sheriff's
Department at 692-3051 or Lebanon Dispatch at 692-2121.
July 4th Celebrations 7-03-08
The City of Springfield is showing it patriotic red, white
and blue with it's 9th annual Independence Day Celebration tonight.
Games start at 6pm, with a parade, for veterans and armed service
men and women at 7pm. There will be a free concert with Wild Roses
feature Ally Ann and of course the fabulous fireworks display at
dusk. Don't forget to tune in to 100.9 Mike FM's Music Soundtrack
Montage to go with the fireworks.
"Lightening over Lebanon" will be held tonight at dusk.
There will be a CKPA Tractor Pull at 7pm tonight at the fair with
Blunt Force Trauma performing after the fireworks. Again, tune in to
the 100.9 Mike FM's Music Soundtrack Montage to go with the
fireworks.
Closings/Schedule Changes for July 4th 7-03-08
Marion Circuit Clerk's Office will be closed Friday and
Saturday and will reopen on Monday at 8:30am.
Lebanon City Hall will be closed Friday.
The Offices in the David R. Hourigan Government Center will be
closed Friday and Saturday and will reopen on Monday.
The Sheriff will respond to calls, but calls need to be routed
through the Central Dispatch at the Lebanon Police Department.
The PVA (Property Valuation Administrator), Marion County Clerk,
Marion County Judge's offices will all be closed.
Sanitation routes (garbage pickup) that normally run on Friday ,
will be picked up on Monday.
New Plant to Be Built in Marion County 7-2-08
The state has given final approval to $7.5 million in tax
credits for a Marion County chicken processing plant that could
bring more than 250 new jobs, with an estimated average hourly wage
of $12.68.
The Economic Development Cabinet announced Tuesday that Rancho
Poultry, a joint venture between two McDonald's suppliers, plans to
build a $43 million, 100,000-square-foot plant in Lebanon.
The Kentucky Economic Development Finance Authority gave preliminary
approval for the tax credit two months ago.
The State partnered with the Lebanon/Marion County Industrial
Foundation.
The plant, on 25 acres, will have at least two processing lines that
will season and cook up to 60 million pounds of chicken annually.
Construction is expected to begin soon and take about 18 months.
Marion County Coca Cola Talent Classic Results 7-2-08
The first ever Coca Cola Talent Classic was held at the
Marion County Fair last night.
Ten acts performed with the hopes of taking away 1st place, but that
award went to only one participant, Mary Kutter, age 16 of Lebanon.
Kutter, the daughter of John and Pauletta Kutter, sang "Heave,
Heartache and the Power of Love".
2nd place went to Daley Sapp, 16 year old daughter of Jackie and
Mark Sapp of Campbellsville. Sapp sang "Blue Moon of
Kentucky".
Kristen Willis, 16 year old daughter of Rita Antle of
Campbellsville, placed 3rd, singing "God Fearing Women".
Kutter, Sapp and Willis recieved $100, $75, and $50 respectively,
and all will advance to the State Fair Coca Cola Talent Classic.
Fourth place went to band "Zyris" consisting of 3 young
men, Cory Beach, age 13, son of Fay and Troy Beach of
Campbellsville; Chris Gillum, 17 year old son of Charlie Gillum and
Michelle Knopp of Campbellsville, and Colin Whitfill, 13 year old
son of Charles and Dawn Whitfill of Lebanon. The three played
Electric Guitar, Bass Guitar and Drums to perform "Farewell
Ballad" by Zakk Wylde.
Kameron Simmons, age 16, of Lebanon, daughter of Chris and Kathy
Simmons, took 5th place, singing "I'll Stand by You".
Zyris and Simmons received Holiday World Tickets and will be called
on as alternates to compete at the State Level if one of the top
three winners is not able to compete.
Baby, Toddler, Little Miss/Mister and Pre-Teen Pageant
Results 7-2-08
The Baby, Toddler, Little Miss/Mister and Pre-Teen Pageants
were held Monday night at the fair.
Winners were:
12-18 months: Jakyla Thornton and Aaron Wesley Hudson; Runner up:
Madeline Paige Spalding and Jackson Cash Strong.
19-23 months: Hannah Fogle and Drake Allen Ford; Runner up: Lillian
Myrel Mullins and Christopher Levi Hardin.
2-4 years: Briley Mudd and Will Dougherty; Runner up: Jaela Benjamin
and Hayden Strong.
5-7 years: Tiffany Jo Clarkson and Jordan Tyler Simms; Runner up:
Aliah Hope King and Jaystin Jermaine Johnson
8-12 years: Kennesha Jo Furmon; Runner up: Alexis Sickles
Lebanon
Police Activity 7/1/08
Lebanon Police arrested Brian Keith Wright, age 25, of Springfield,
on a Marion County Warrant for failure to appear yesterday. Wright
was also charged with theft by unlawful taking under $300,
shoplifting. The stolen merchandise was a thirty pack of beer valued
at $19.77 from 5 Star Service Station.
Ramero Perez, age 28, of Lebanon was arrested Saturday for damage to
a vehicle at Roundtree Court and Chestnut Street. Four tires were
slashed, the windshield and a tail light were broken out.
Police are also investigating a case of criminal mischief where a
beer bottle was thrown through the window of a residence on North
Woodlawn Avenue earlier this month.
Miss
Teen Marion County Fair and Miss Marion County Fair Pageant Winners
The 2008 Miss Teen Marion County Fair was held last
night.
2nd runner up went to Brooke Gordon, 13 year old daughter of Barbara
and Kevin Gordon.
1st runner up went to Cassie Cardenas, 14 year old daughter of Joyce
and Frank Cardenas.
Winner of 2008 Miss Teen Marion County Fair went to Erin Thompson,
14 year old daughter of Melanie and Tommy Gordon and Jamie and Cindy
Thompson.
The 2008 Miss Marion County Fair was also held last night.
The 3rd runner up went to Audri Clark, 18 year old daughter of Bryan
and Delanna Clark.
2nd runner up was Cindy Cardenas, 18 year old daughter of Frank and
Joyce Cardenas.
1st runner up was Angela Espinoza, 16 year old daughter of Tracy and
Stacy Cope.
Winner was Brianna Lee, 18 year old daughter of Mitchell and Mickie
Lee.
Coach Makes News On Fishing Trip
Coach Rich Brooks escaped injury but made some news on a fishing outing in Oregon.
KATU-TV reports the coach, his son, and a family friend were fishing on the McKenzie River on Monday. The strong current pushed the 15-foot boat into a log and it capsized. The three plunged into the cold swift moving river, but managed to swim to a sand bar and await rescue. Sheriff's deputies say there were life jackets in the boat, but none of the three was wearing them.
More Checkpoints To Reduce Patrols
Like everyone else, the high cost of gasoline is affecting Kentucky State Police. Officials are planning to reduce patrols to some degree and increase the use of checkpoints. The plan is for more than 200 road checks statewide through Labor Day.
Indiana And Kentucky Gas Taxes Increase Today
The taxes for gasoline in both Kentucky and Indiana go up today. In Kentucky the increase is one-and-a-half-cents-per-gallon of gas. Indiana has two increases. There is a 18-cents-per-gallon increase and a retail sales tax increase, which is going up one-percent.
State Property Tax Rate Set
The Kentucky Department of Revenue has set the 2008 State Property Tax Rate at 12-point-two-cents-per-100-dollars of assessed value. State law requires the department of revenue to set the real property rate no later than July 1st. The rate is based on the revenue generated from the increase in taxable real property assessments from 2007-to-2008.
State Minimum Wage Increases Today
Minimum wage will increase by 70-cents an hour today. The wage is set to increase from 5-dollars-85-cents to 6-dollars-55-cents an hour. Officials say nearly 68-thousand people make minimum wage while living in Kentucky. A second increase will take affect in another year, increasing the state's minimum wage to 7-dollars-25-cents.
Lebanon
Police Activity 6/30/08
Lebanon Police are investigating a case of theft by unlawful
taking under $300. Gasoline was removed from a vehicle parked on
Virginia Street on Sunday. Charges also include 2 counts of attempt
of theft by unlawful taking under $300.
Lebanon Police arrested Valerie L. Smothers, age 29, of Lebanon, was
arrested on Friday for charges of theft by unlawful taking under
$300, shoplifting. LPD charges that $217.99 worth of merchandise was
stolen from Kroger.
Cedarwood restaurant reports that $301 worth of cash was stolen on
Friday.
A JVC Stereo, valued at $50, was removed from a vehicle parked on
Chestnut Street over the weekend.
Lebanon Police arrested Bryon McWhorter, age 33, of Lebanon for
theft by unlawful taking under $300, for stolen gasoline from Super
America.
McCain Raises Two-Million In Louisville
Presumptive Republican nominee for president Senator John McCain raised two-million dollars in Louisville over the weekend. A fundraiser was held at the Kentucky International Convention Center on Saturday and more than 650 people attended the event. McCain used the fundraiser to criticize his Democratic opponent, claiming that Senator Barak Obama's words should not be trusted. He also spoke of Obama's plan to withdraw troops from Iraq. The "Courier Journal" reports that people paid between one-thousand and 12-thousand-300-dollars to attend the event at the event.
Governor Beshear Signs Pension Bill
Governor Steve Beshear signed a bill into law on Friday that is aimed at improving the state's pension system. The Senate passed the bill on Friday with a vote of 35-1 and the House passed the measure 98-0 last week. The state's retirement system is facing a 27-billion-dollar shortfall.
Minimum Wage Increases Tomorrow
Minimum wage will increase by 70 cents an hour tomorrow. The wage is set to increase from five-dollars-85-cents an hour to six-dollars-55-cents an hour. Officials say nearly 68-thousand people make minimum wage while living in Kentucky. A second increase will take affect in another year, increase the state's minimum wage to seven-dollars-25-cents.
Marion
County Fiscal Court will meet in Special Session tonight at 4pm
Lebanon
City Council will meet in special session at 7pm.
Lebanon
Police Activity 6/27/08
Lebanon Police are investigating the theft of a 1998 Dodge
Ram pickup, valued at $3,800.00. Truck was reported missing on
Monday form the Family Internal Medicine parking lot, but was
recovered later that day in the Spring View Hospital lot.
$30 cash was removed from a Pepsi machine