Monday, September 9, 2013
Area death
Ricky Joe Curnel, 46, of Marion, died Sept. 7, 2013 at Crittenden Hospital. Myers Funeral Home in Marion is handling arrangements.
CCMS progress reports out this week
Crittenden County Middle School progress reports will be sent home on Wednesday.
Friday, September 6, 2013
Area death
Kristy Tabor Strack Guess, 43, of Eddyville, died Sept. 5, 2013, at Baptist Health Paducah. Lakeland Funeral Home in Eddyville is handling arrangements.
Thomas Allen "Sonny" West, 64, of Marion, died Sept. 5, 2013, at his home. Gilbert Funeral Home in Marion is handling arrangements.
Thomas Allen "Sonny" West, 64, of Marion, died Sept. 5, 2013, at his home. Gilbert Funeral Home in Marion is handling arrangements.
Committee investigating claims against Rep. Arnold to hold first meeting Sept. 17
The investigating committee appointed by House Speaker Greg Stumbo to look into matters contained in the Petition for Censure or Expulsion of Rep. John Arnold (D-Sturgis) announced today that it will hold its first official meeting at 10 a.m. on Sept. 17 in Room 131 of the Capitol Annex.
“This will be more of an organizational meeting for the purposes of electing a chairman and establishing the procedures for conducting the investigation into the allegations filed by two Legislative Research Commission employees,” Speaker Stumbo said. “From there, the committee will set its own timetable to move forward.”
“This will be more of an organizational meeting for the purposes of electing a chairman and establishing the procedures for conducting the investigation into the allegations filed by two Legislative Research Commission employees,” Speaker Stumbo said. “From there, the committee will set its own timetable to move forward.”
Paving to close Kentucky Welcome Center on I-24
This closure is to allow a finish layer of asphalt to be placed along the westbound lanes of Interstate 24 and the welcome center entry and exit ramps near the Kentucky-Tennessee state line. This is part of an ongoing rehabilitation project along I-24 from the 86- to 93-mile marker.
The asphalt paving is expected to take about three days to complete, weather permitting. The welcome center is expected to reopen sometime on the afternoon of Sept. 13. The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet will attempt to provide timely notice if this tentative schedule is altered due to weather or other conditions.
The westbound Kentucky Welcome Center on I-24 in Christian County is jointly operated by the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet and the Kentucky Department of Travel.
As a reminder, an extended work zone remains in place along I-24 from the Kentucky-Tennessee state line to the U.S. 41-Alternate Exit 86 interchange. This work zone includes one lane traffic with a strictly enforced 55 mile per hour speed limit, an enhanced police presence, and double fines for citations issued in the work zone. Caution is required.
Thursday, September 5, 2013
Expert: Sleep leads to better grades
If you get more sleep, you can get better grades. That was the message
Wednesday evening from James B. Maas of Cornell University, a noted
sleep expert, to about 3,300 freshmen at Western Kentucky University
during the Freshman Assembly at E.A. Diddle Arena. Maas said students
need to establish a routine, going to bed and waking up at the same
times, and abstain from caffeine after 2 p.m. “Sleep deprivation makes
you clumsy, stupid, unhealthy and it shortens your life,” Maas said.
For the full story, visit the Bowling Green Daily News online.
For the full story, visit the Bowling Green Daily News online.
Mark Twain performance comes to Fohs Hall
Fohs Hall Community Arts Foundation presents "Mark Twain: A Reminiscence" at 7 p.m. on Sept. 21 at Fohs Hall. Call 965-5983 for more information.
Farmer could serve 2 years in prison
KENTUCKY PRESS NEWS SERVICE
Richie Farmer, the basketball star who led Clay County High School and the University of Kentucky to success, has reached a plea deal with prosecutors that could send him to prison for about two years.
Farmer's attorney filed a motion for a change of plea on Thursday morning. He means he has reached agreement to resolve the various criminal and ethics charges against his client.
The charges stem from his two terms as state agriculture commissioner where his management style was questioned.
Farmer ran for lieutenant governor two years ago and that's when the complaints became public about his spending habits and other actions at the state Department of Agriculture.
Without a plea deal, he could have served 10 years in prison, if convicted. Recently, Farmer has worked as a car salesman in Clay County.
Richie Farmer, the basketball star who led Clay County High School and the University of Kentucky to success, has reached a plea deal with prosecutors that could send him to prison for about two years.
Farmer's attorney filed a motion for a change of plea on Thursday morning. He means he has reached agreement to resolve the various criminal and ethics charges against his client.
The charges stem from his two terms as state agriculture commissioner where his management style was questioned.
Farmer ran for lieutenant governor two years ago and that's when the complaints became public about his spending habits and other actions at the state Department of Agriculture.
Without a plea deal, he could have served 10 years in prison, if convicted. Recently, Farmer has worked as a car salesman in Clay County.
QuickStart Tennis served up next week
Wednesday, September 4, 2013
CCMS SBDM date changed
There is a change of date for the September middle school SBDM meeting. There was a conflict with the Sept. 11 date. The meeting for September will now be Tuesday.
Woman dies in ATV accident
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| 2010 graduation photo |
Lashalea Murray, 23, was apparently riding a four-wheeler alone on Mill Road behind her home on Ky. 70 when the accident happened.
Crittenden County Coroner Brad Gilbert pronounced Murray deceased at the scene.
Rescue personnel were dispatched to the location and a helicopter was ordered in flight toward the scene, but authorities said it was too late by the time anyone arrived.
Murray is the daughter of Gary Murray, pastor at Main Street Missionary Baptist Church in Marion.
Because no one saw the accident, Gilbert said it's uncertain exactly what happened.
Gilbert Funeral Home in Marion is handling arrangements.
Gardens now open for public picking
Garden spokesman Robbie Kirk said there will be no further distribution days from produce yielded by the gardens.
"The gate near Shopko will be open and anyone can go in there and pick what they need," Kirk said.
The gardens have a good number of green peppers and some beans and tomatoes left, Kirk said.
"We have about 400 to 500 pepper plants and they're full," he explained.
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Planning starting for holiday charity
Though Christmas is still almost four months away, it’s never too early to start preparations.
The first Crittenden County Community Christmas planning meeting will be at 9 a.m. Thursday at the Extension Office. Those unable to attend but willing to help with the Inter-Agency Council project this year are asked to let the planning committee know by calling 965-5236.
Volunteers are needed for sign-ups in October, committee chairs and set-up and distribution day. The dates for all of these will be determined Thursday.
The first Crittenden County Community Christmas planning meeting will be at 9 a.m. Thursday at the Extension Office. Those unable to attend but willing to help with the Inter-Agency Council project this year are asked to let the planning committee know by calling 965-5236.
Volunteers are needed for sign-ups in October, committee chairs and set-up and distribution day. The dates for all of these will be determined Thursday.
Area death
James C. “Jim” Travis, 77, of Marion, formerly of Sturgis, died Sept. 2, 2013, at Crittenden County Health and Rehab Center. Whitsell Funeral Home in Sturgis is handling arrangements.
Marion DQ assists junior trip
From 5 to 9 p.m. tonight, 10 percent of your purchase price at Marion Dairy Queen will go toward funding Crittenden County High School juniors' trip to Washington, D.C. next year.
Tuesday, September 3, 2013
CHS phone lines down
UPDATE: The phones are back up an operation at Crittenden Health Systems.
The phone lines at Crittenden Health Systems are not working due to complications from a weekend storm.
If anyone has an emergency, they are asked to call 911.
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The phone lines at Crittenden Health Systems are not working due to complications from a weekend storm.
If anyone has an emergency, they are asked to call 911.
Monday, September 2, 2013
Area death
John Alan Newbell, 73, of Marion, died Sept. 1, 2013, in Evansville, Ind. Gilbert Funeral Home is handling arrangements.
Sunday, September 1, 2013
Kentucky parks offer 2-for-1 camping this month
Enjoy some cooler temperatures with a special camping offer for next month from Kentucky State Parks. The parks are offering two nights for the price of one for campers during September.
The deal is good Sunday through Thursday from Monday through Sept. 29. There are 31 Kentucky State Park campgrounds across the state. To learn more about campgrounds, visit www.parks.ky.gov.
Campers should call the park where they want to camp to make the reservation. This offer cannot be combined with other discounts or used on pre-existing reservations.
For more information about camping, lodging, dining and recreational activities at Kentucky State Parks, visit www.parks.ky.gov.
The deal is good Sunday through Thursday from Monday through Sept. 29. There are 31 Kentucky State Park campgrounds across the state. To learn more about campgrounds, visit www.parks.ky.gov.
Campers should call the park where they want to camp to make the reservation. This offer cannot be combined with other discounts or used on pre-existing reservations.
For more information about camping, lodging, dining and recreational activities at Kentucky State Parks, visit www.parks.ky.gov.
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