Kentucky’s Western Waterland 43rd Annual Dinner to be March 12
Regional tourism organization, Kentucky’s Western Waterland, will hold its 43rd Annual Dinner on Monday, March 12, 2012, at Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park’s Convention Center in Gilbertsville, Kentucky.
There will be a Meet & Greet and Silent Auction beginning at 5:30 p.m. Then at 6:30 p.m. there will be a Dinner Program and Live Auction. The cost is $35 per person with advance payment required. The KWW Board of Directors and Staff would like to invite the public. Reservations are required, and the deadline to make them is Friday, March 2nd. Reservations cancelled after the deadline date is non-refundable. You can make your reservation by calling 270-928-4411 or e-mailing waterland@paducah.com.
The main speaker for the evening will be Elaine Walker, Commissioner, Kentucky Department of Parks. We are so excited to have Elaine come and share with us how the state parks are impacting tourism.
For more information, contact Kentucky’s Western Waterland at 1-800-448-1069 or 270-928-4411.
KSP Picks Legend With V8 Power For 2012 Car Raffle
(Filed February 14, 2012) The Kentucky State Police is featuring a modern interpretation of a heritage-inspired American muscle car for its Trooper Island raffle this year: the 2012 Dodge Challenger R/T Classic. Shrewdly engineered with modern performance advancements and the DNA of its legendary forefather, the Challenger hits the road with a 5.7-liter, 372-horsepower HEMI V8 engine that delivers a throaty rumble and fuel saving technology of up to 25 mpg highway. It’s driver-friendly with a five-speed automatic transmission and its rear-wheel drive suspension transfers hardcore power to the road providing moves to match its muscle. Click here for details.
Lions Camp Crescendo in Lebanon Junction, Kentucky is the site of fun filled summer camps sponsored by the Calvert City Lions Club.
Calvert City Lions Club announces 2012 summer camps
This summer, some very special camps will be held that are sponsored by the Calvert City Lions Club. The camps at Lions Camp Crescendo will be free for children in our area that meet the criteria for each camp listed below. They offer camping and retreat facilities staffed by caring individuals. Click here for full details.
Learning Connection Mobile Classroom makes getting GED easy
The Learning Connection mobile classroom may be able to help save some gas and get your GED. The “bus” goes to 4 different areas in Marshall County throughout the week that may be close to you.
Mon:- Hardin at the 4-way stop from 2:00 - 6:30 p.m.
Tues:- Fairdealing at Fast Eddie’s/Dollar General 2 - 4 p.m.
Wed:- Benton at ReMax Real Estate from 2:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Thurs:- Calvert City at Lasting Impressions Consignment from 2:00 - 6:30 p.m.
This bus is a fully functional for instruction and testing. Instruction on the bus is one-on-one tutoring. If you have any questions about The Learning Connection, please email me or call (270) 527-7712.
Smithland is home to a new law office. Cobie D. Evans, Attorney at Law, is now open for business and located at 100 West Adair Street in Smithland. The practice will focus in real property, wills, divorce, custody, probate, civil litigation, criminal defense, and social security disability. Evans received his Juris Doctor, cum laude, from Southern Illinois University School of Law in May, 2011, his Bachelors of Science, magna cum laude, from Murray State University in May, 2008 and is a 2005 graduate of Livingston Central High School. Evans is the son of Hershel and Marletta Evans of Smithland. The office may be reached at (270) 928-4620.
KSP accepting applications for Citizens Police Academy
(Filed January 5, 2012) Kentucky State Police, Post One, is now accepting applications for the 2012 Kentucky State Police Citizens Police Academy. The 10-week academy is slated to begin on February 15, and conclude April 18. Students will meet Wednesdays from 6:00 to 9:00 PM where they will learn about the many facets of the Kentucky State Police including patrol, criminal investigations, and drug investigations. Students will also get to take part in simulated law enforcement training during the course.
The Academy's first week will be held at the Kentucky State Police Post on Highway 45 in Graves County. The following nine weeks of the academy will be held at the Murray/Calloway County Transit Authority Community Room located at 1111 Transit Way in Murray. Applications can be obtained by contacting the Kentucky State Police, Post One at 270-856-3721. Applications can also be obtained by visiting www.kentuckystatepolice.org/posts/post1.htm. Anyone 18 years of age living within the Kentucky State Police, Post One district is welcome to apply. There is no cost to attend. Class size will be limited to the first 30 approved applications.
Once completed, applications can be mailed to: Kentucky State Police, Att: Trooper Dean Patterson, P.O. Box 145, Hickory, KY 42051.
KY Group Helps Take Chill Out of Home Heating Costs
(Filed January 4, 2012) With blustery winter cold blasting the bluegrass, a statewide social service agency wants to blunt the chill of home heating costs for low-income families in financial crisis. Rob Jones, executive director of Community Action Kentucky, says Kentuckians who are facing utility disconnection or running low on heating fuel can apply for relief through the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). "What we're looking for specifically is qualified families that are in imminent danger of losing heat, either because it will be shut if they have gas or electric and the bills aren't paid or there's proof they're going to run out of that heating source." Michael Moynahan, Community Action's energy program director, says the crisis component of LIHEAP has run through March in the past, but with a nearly 23 percent reduction in federal dollars from last year, funds are likely to be tapped before then.
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Marshall County Humane Society looks forward to next five years
(Filed January 2, 2012) The Humane Society of Marshall County is celebrating its 5th anniversary of operation in the facility at 6301 US Hwy 68E, in Benton, KY., that opened in December 2006. During the past five years the facility has successfully adopted many pets into loving homes, and actively involved the community in participating in the various aspects of the facility. Click here to read more.
Flu vaccination important in front of peak flu season
(Filed December 29, 2011) The Marshall County Health Department is still encouraging people to get their flu vaccination. According to Clinic Director BJ Weathers, Marshall County has not yet reached the peak of flu season so there is still plenty of time to get vaccinated.
The Health Department is now offering the vaccine for free to anyone who does not have benefits (Medicaid, Medicare, or most third party insurers). If the patient has applicable benefits, the insurer/benefit will be billed with no cost to the patient. They hope this will encourage the community to get vaccinated to decrease spread of the illness when it starts to appear in the County. Weathers stated, “Residents can help reduce the spread of the flu by using good hygiene habits such as washing hands often and thoroughly. Covering your mouth with your sleeve or a tissue when you cough or sneeze is also very important.”
To get a flu vaccination, you may call the Health Department at 527-1496 for an appointment, or go to the Benton clinic at 307 East 12th Street.
(Filed December 20, 2011) The Kentucky State Police “Cram the Cruiser” campaign more than doubled the amount of food collected this year with a total of 50,168 pounds. That’s 28,582 pounds more than last year. The food will be distributed to local shelters, churches or other organizations serving those in need during the holiday season. KSP Post 10 in Harlan, with the help of the Barbourville Police Dept. and the Harlan County School System, led the way with 14,436 pounds of food collected. Representing Post 10 and the Barbourville Police Dept (BPD) are (left to right) Trooper Dallas Eubanks, KSP Det. Jason York, Trooper Jake Wilson, BPD Det. Brian Senters, Trooper Shane Jacobs, BPD Officer Scottie Partin, BPD Asst. Chief James Gray, BPD Chief Mike Brought and Barbourville Mayor David Thompson.
“Friends of LBL” receives thoughtful, generous bequest
(Filed December 9, 2011) The Land Between The Lakes Association, “Friends of LBL,” was the recent recipient of a $61,500 bequest from Mr. James T. Ramey. This thoughtful donation will have a positive impact on thousands, possibly millions, of future visitors to Land Between The Lakes (LBL).
James T. Ramey, who was born in Eddyville, KY, was an attorney and nuclear expert... Click here to read more.
Murray-Calloway County Hospital was recognized at the recent Meet the Marshals event at Marshall County High School for its support of the community and to MCHS. Pictured, from left, are Steve Burford, executive director of physician services, Brad Warning, clinic manager of the MCCH Clinic at Wal-Mart, Keith Travis, vice president of institutional development, and Dr. John Tveite of Marshall County Family Medical. MCCH operates three medical clinics in Marshall County and is a sponsor of MCHS athletics. Photo by Melony Bray/Murray-Calloway CountyHospital.
The Marshall County Farm Bureau was recognized for outstanding membership and program achievement during the recent 92nd Kentucky Farm Bureau annual meeting in Louisville. In the above photo, Mickey Sirls, center, of Benton, Kentucky, accepts the award from David S. Beck, right, Kentucky Farm Bureau executive vice president, and Bradley R. Smith, left, executive vice president of Kentucky Farm Bureau Insurance Companies, during the December 2 recognition and awards program.
Marshall County man leaves $368,000 to Western Baptist Hospital Foundation
(Filed December 6, 2011) The Western Baptist Hospital Foundation has received a gift of $368,857 from the estate of Edgar “Eddie” Moser of Benton. Moser died in June 2009 at Parkview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Paducah at the age of 67.
Moser, retired from the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, was a frequent patient in Western Baptist’s Transitional Care Unit. TCU nurse Sally Vaughn, R.N., said she enjoyed taking care of Moser and remembers how he insisted on helping himself, despite disabilities.
“Western Baptist truly appreciates Mr. Moser’s generous gift,” said Larry Barton, hospital president. “Past gifts have helped fund the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and the Baptist Heart Center. Mr. Moser’s generosity will benefit many in our community for years to come.”
For information on the foundation and how it assists the hospital in carrying out its mission, contact director Laurie Latham at (270) 575-2871.
December Dollar Days at National Corvette Museaum
The National Corvette Museum has named the entire month of December “Dollar Days” for residents of Kentucky who visit the Museum.All month long, Kentucky residents can tour the Museum for a $1.00 admission per person, and will only need to show a Kentucky drivers license or other proof of residency to take advantage of the special offer. Children will be admitted at the $1.00 price with adults presenting the Kentucky identification. Click here for more information.