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VOL. 93, NO. 49 Dawson Springs, Hopkins County, Kentucky 42408, Thursday, January 10, 2013 SEVENTY-FIVE CENTS
DEC. 1 FIRE DESTROYED ABANDONED HOUSE, DAMAGED OTHER PROPERTY
Three Local Teens Are Charged With Arson
By believed to be owned by Rick
Carolyn Walker Ranck of Crofton, was report-
ed to the Dawson Springs Fire
Three local teens have been Department shortly after 2 a.m.
charged in the Dec. 1 fi re which Dec. 1. It was ruled suspicious
destroyed an abandoned two- in nature.
story house at 301 Mineral St. The blaze, fueled by strong
According to Chief of Police winds, also damaged a garage
Bill Crider, a month-long in- at the back of the property as
vestigation led to enough evi- well as the home next door,
dence and probable cause to where siding on the end of the
press charges in the case. house melted. The Charleston
Two 14-year-olds and a and Richland fi re departments
15-year-old were cited Fri- provided assistance in fi ghting
day and released into the cus- the fi re. Kentucky Utilities and
tody of their parents, pend- Atmos Energy were also in-
ing a Hopkins County Family volved at the scene.
Court hearing. The three were An investigation of the case
charged with second-degree by the local police and fi re de-
arson, third-degree burglary partments is ongoing. Appro-
and fi rst-degree criminal mis- priate action will be taken if
chief. new developments result from
The fi re, at the property the investigation, Crider said. PROPERTY damaged in a Dec. 1 fire included a house at 201 Mineral Street, a trailer (left) and garage (right).
SSAATTUURRDDAAYY TTRRAANNSSIITTIIOONN FFRROOMM OOLLDD NNAATTIIOONNAALL
Contestants Planters Bank Set To
Ready For Open Tues., Jan. 22
Pageant The transition from Old National This opportunity to expand our pres-
Bank to Planters Bank is set to take ence further into Western Kentucky is
place next weekend at the Dawson a positive move both for the bank and
The Mr. Dawson Springs pageant Springs branch and four other loca- these fi ve communities,” president
will be held Saturday at 6 p.m. in the tions. The bank will open Jan. 22 as and CEO Elizabeth McCoy said in a
high school multipurpose room. The Planters Bank. press release.
pageant is sponsored by the DSHS Planters bank was founded in Planters is assuming all deposit
Class of 2013. Hopkinsville in 1996 and expanded liabilities of the branches but is not
Tickets may be purchased in ad- into Clarksville, Tenn., in 2002. The acquiring any loans. As of Aug. 1 the
vance for $3 each from any senior class announcement was made in August total deposits being assumed were ap-
member. Admission at the door is $4. that Planters was acquiring fi ve Old proximately $92 million.
Contestants competing for the title National branches, including Dawson Offi ces will be closed Jan. 21 in
are Isaiah Abbot, Steven Bearden, Springs, Princeton, Providence, Se- observance of Martin Luther King Jr.
Alan Black, Gage Brewer, Cole Col- bree and Sturgis. Day, but customer service representa-
lins, Dakota Matheny, Trace Menser, “Planters’ growth has been strong tives will be available toll-free at 888-
Kendel Mitchell, Brad Puckett, T.J. and steady over these past 16 years. 806-7036.
Puckett, Reed Smiley, Matt Snell,
Austin Stevens, Kerry Oliver, Brian
“Birdie” Thomas, Brandon Godbey, CCOONNVVEENNEEDD TTUUEESSDDAAYY
Michael Lee and Erik Peyton.
General Assembly To
Hank Mills will serve as master of
ceremonies. Judges are Adam Locke
and Jake and Randi Simmons.
Mr. Dawson Springs 1998, Dan Face Crowded Agenda
Dillingham, will crown the winner.
By in the Senate, choose leadership posi-
MMuusseeuumm IIss CClloosseedd Scott Wartman tions in the House of Representatives
The Kentucky Enquirer and then adjourn until Feb. 5.
For Two Months The session ends March 26.
A crowded agenda and little time Speaker of the House Greg Stumbo
The Dawson Springs Museum greeted state lawmakers when they has said the top issue in the House
and Art Center will be closed for the convened in Frankfort on Tuesday for will be reforming special taxing dis-
months of January and February. the fi rst day of the regular session. tricts and will get the designation of
Renovations will begin during that TATUM ROSE is tossed in the air by (from left) Kendel Mitchell, The General Assembly session will House Bill 1. The Senate leadership
Christina Hamby and Marisa Trover. The Panther cheerleaders will
time. The museum is scheduled to re- last 30 working days. Lawmakers this has yet to choose its top issue that will
open March 5. participate in the state cheerleading championships later this month. week will introduce a handful of bills become Senate Bill 1.
photo by Mike Howton
YYEEAARR--EENNDD RREEVVIIEEWW OOFF FFRROONNTT PPAAGGEESS
The Progress Looks Back At Second Part Of 2012
This is the second of a two- Prevailing dry weather con- historic district was not worth by the board, was Berry Zapa- School offi cials reported the al branches being purchased by
part series reviewing the sto- ditions have created a threat of saving. ranick. 2012-2013 school year had a Planters Bank of Hopkinsville.
ries that appeared on the front brush fi res, resulting in a ban on July 26 — The annual Back Gross receipts for the an- smooth start. Opening day en- The Dawson Springs Board
page of The Progress in 2012. all private fi reworks in Hopkins to School Bash was attended nual Barbecue were down this rollment for grades K–12 was of Education set the 2013 tax
The months of January through County. Fireworks were also by 332 registered students in year. Several factors may have 642. rates during its regular meet-
June were reviewed last week. prohibited in Pennyrile State preparation for the fi rst day of contributed to the drop, includ- Aug. 16 — A celebration ing. Superintendent Charles
Following are the highlights Forest. classes. ing the poor economy and the was held at the community Proffi tt recommended taking
from July through December. July 12 — The western end The projected enrollment extreme heat on the night of the center to unveil the strategic the compensating rate on real
of I-69 is closed to westbound in grades K through 12 in the event. The Barbecue also fell plan developed for the future of estate which is a slight increase
JULY traffi c for the next two months Dawson Springs School Sys- during the week of the Hopkins Dawson Springs. Numerous lo- over the previous year. Other
July 5 — The Dawson to upgrade the ramp onto I-24 tem is 630. Classes are sched- County Fair for the fi rst time. cal citizens participated in the taxes remained the same.
Springs Fire Department, along at Eddyville to interstate stan- uled to resume Aug. 1. Aug. 9 — Josh Vinson was planning process over a period Guidance counselor Lori
with four other departments, dards. Several administrative arrested at a single-family of several months. Wooton spoke to the SBDM
responded to a barn fi re at the Dawson Springs had some changes have been made in the home at 405 S. Main St. after The annual PTO Fun Night Council about opportunities
home of Tom and Gay Sisk on much-needed rainfall, accom- local school system. In addition police tracked his cell phone took place in the municipal for high school students to earn
Meadows Hill Drive. The barn panied by thunder, lightning to a new superintendent, Assis- to the residence. Numerous park. Games and dances were college credit. Several dual-
was a total loss. and some hail. tant Principal Kent Workman charges were fi led against held for grades 5–8 and 9–12. credit courses are available,
Twenty-four counties in July 19 — An early morn- moved to the central offi ce as Vinson, including terroristic Chief Bill Crider and the mostly through Murray State
Western Kentucky are under a ing fi re destroyed a house at the Chief Academic Offi cer/Di- threatening, assault and unlaw- Dawson Springs Police De- University’s Racer Academy.
Level 2 drought declaration. A 308 E. Railroad Ave. The occu- rector of Pupil Personnel. The ful imprisonment. The Dawson partment hosted the 40th an- Aug. 30 — Dawson Springs
Level 2 drought indicates se- pant, James Otis Adamson Jr., assistant principal’s position Springs Police Department was nual Kentucky Association of is one of more than 30 Ken-
vere drought conditions have was not at home at the time. will be fi lled by Lesley Mills. assisted by Kentucky State Chiefs of Police training con- tucky communities which have
developed, including depletion Seven new teachers were AUGUST Police and the Hopkins and ference in Bowling Green. started the application process
of water supplies and increased hired to begin the 2012-2013 Aug. 2 — The Dawson Caldwell counties sheriffs’ de- Aug. 23 — For the sec- to become Trail Towns.
incidence of wildfi res. school year at Dawson Springs Springs Community Center partments. ond time in just over a year, a The inaugural Tradewater
Junior-Senior High School. Board of Directors announced Thieves struck two local Dawson Springs bank will have River Fitness Challenge is
A building at 112 S. Main the winners of the raffl e, a pop- businesses this week, taking an a new name and new owners. scheduled for Labor Day week-
St. was razed this week. The ular part of the annual Barbe- undetermined amount of cash Old National Bank, which was end. The event includes a 4K
fl oors had collapsed, and it was cue. This year’s winner of the from NAPA Auto Parts and Ms. Integra Bank until late July of
determined the building in the $500 grand prize, sponsored Becky’s Place. 2011, is one of fi ve Old Nation- —Continued on page A8
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A2 THE DAWSON SPRINGS PROGRESS Thursday, January 10, 2013
Earlington Man Is Jailed Hopkins Co. Health Dept.
After Overturning Truck Issues Restaurant Report
The Kentucky State Police Morgan, who was not wear- The following restaurant in- men’s restroom
investigated a single-vehicle ing a seat belt, was transported spections were conducted by the •Dust and debris buildup on
injury crash involving an im- by police vehicle to Baptist Hopkins County Health Depart- top of freezer.
paired driver Dec. 30. The ac- Health Madisonville where ment Dec. 21 through Jan. 3. Ferrell’s Restaurant — 97
cident occurred at 2:25 p.m. on he was treated and released. A food service establishment Minor violations:
Givens Road, approximately He was lodged in the Hopkins must earn a minimum score of 85 •Lid on dumpster open
two miles east of Hanson. County Detention Center and with no critical violations in order •Insulated cups stored on
The preliminary investiga- charged with DUI under 21, to pass. Follow-up inspections of fl oor.
tion revealed Tyler W. Morgan, operating on a suspended or restaurants which do not meet that Maurice K. Gordon
20, of Earlington, was driving revoked license, possessing a criteria will be conducted. (American Legion) — 98
east on Givens Road when the license when privileges are re- Browning Springs School Minor violations:
passenger side tires on his truck voked, driving without license/ — 99 •Bath tissue stored on fl oor
dropped off the right shoulder negligence in accident, fail- Minor violation: •Liquid spillage in bottom
of the road. Morgan over cor- ure to notify DOT of address •Milk cooler in need of cooler.
rected and lost control of the change and unauthorized use of cleaning. Quality Quick (South
vehicle. It exited the left shoul- a motor vehicle. Burger King (South Main) — 100
der of the road and overturned, Trooper Nick Rice investi- Main)— 94 No violations.
coming to rest on its top. gated the collision. Minor violations: Ridgewood Terrace LLC
SCOTT SIMONS removes snow fron the parking area •No towels at hand sink — 99
at his business, Hayes Hardware, Wednesday, Dec. 26, •Wet mop on fl oor Minor violation:
No Fatalities Reported In
following the first significant snowfall of the season. •Food spillage on fl oor in •Food particles beneath
walk-ins meat slicer.
New Year’s Holiday Period •Box of condiments on fl oor. Wick’s Well Market — 94
Dawson Springs Officers
Canteen G.E. — 98 Minor violations:
Seven people died in seven riod. Minor violations: •Spillage in cooling units
separate crashes on Kentucky In 2011, three people died in Report Week’s Activities •Ceiling tiles stained •Inside ice machine in need
roads from Dec. 26 through two separate crashes on Ken- •Floors in need of repair. of cleaning
Jan. 1. tucky roads during the New Carmike Cinemas — 98 •Fryer vents in need of
All seven fatalities occurred Year’s holiday period. The Dawson Springs Police to parents per court offi cials. Minor violations: cleaning
Department released the fol- He was charged with second-
prior to the start of the New Through Dec. 31, prelimi- •Hot dogs not date marked •Gasket broken on deep
lowing reports last week: degree arson, third-degree bur-
Year’s holiday reporting period, nary statistics indicate 737 peo- •Straws improperly stored freezer
—Sara Nicole Mendoza, glary and fi rst degree criminal
which began at 6 p.m. Dec. 28 ple lost their lives on Kentucky •Cups stored on fl oor. •Light shields needed in
and ended at 11:59 p.m. Jan. 1. roads during 2012. This is 17 26, 406 E. Keigan St., was ar- mischief. Chief Bill Crider was Cracker Barrel — 96 food preparation area
One single-fatality motor more than in 2011. rested Dec. 31 in the Dawson the charging offi cer, assisted by Minor violations: •Hair restraints needed
Springs Municipal Park. She Capt. Craig Patterson.
vehicle crash occurred in each Of 586 motor vehicle fa- •Cooler door in need of re- •Area around deli slicer in
was charged with third-degree —A 14-year-old Dawson
of the following counties: Gar- talities, 321 victims were not pair need of cleaning
criminal trespassing. Josh Tra- Springs male was charged Jan.
rard, Grant, Jefferson, Jessa- wearing seat belts. Of the 77 •Foods not properly covered •Food tongs not properly
mine, Pike and Warren. The motorcycle fatalities, 39 were vis was the charging offi cer, as- 4 at the Dawson Springs Po- in cooler stored
sisted by Offi cer Brad Ross. lice Department and released
victim in Jefferson County was not wearing helmets. Twelve •Spillage in cooling units. •Ceiling inside walk-in
not wearing a seat belt, and al- of the 14 ATV fatalities were —Tony Samir Akroush, 33, to parents per court offi cials. Family Diner — 97 drink cooler in need of cleaning
1010 N. Glendora Road, Co- He was charged with second-
cohol was involved. not wearing helmets. Fifty- Minor violations: •Cabinets around fountain
vina, Calif., was arrested Dec. degree arson, third-degree
One single-fatality motor- two pedestrians, one scooter •Hand sink draining slow in drink machine in need of cleaning.
31 in the Dawson Springs Mu- burglary and fi rst-degree
cycle crash occurred in Laurel rider and seven bicycle riders
nicipal Park. He was charged criminal mischief. Chief Bill
County. were killed. A total of 140 fa-
with third-degree criminal Crider was the charging of- make a real
As of 8 p.m. Jan. 2, there talities resulted from crashes
trespassing, failure of owner to fi cer, assisted by Capt. Craig connection
were no reported fatalities dur- involving the suspected use of
maintain insurance and failure Patterson.
ing the New Year’s holiday pe- alcohol.
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Six People Die In Crashes charging offi cer, assisted by 4 at the Dawson Springs Po-
Offi cer Brad Ross. lice Department and released
—Charles J. Parker, aka Jef- to parents per court offi cials.
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from Jan. 2 through Jan. 6. involved. with failure to appear (Webster the charging offi cer, assisted by
One double-fatality motor Through Jan. 6, preliminary County bench warrant). Capt. Capt. Craig Patterson.
vehicle crash occurred in Flem- statistics indicate six people Craig Patterson was the charg- —Colton Grimes, 19, 504 INin T HtIhSe W nEeExKt’S
ing County. One of the victims have lost their lives on Ken- ing offi cer, assisted by Offi cer Scott St., was arrested Jan. 4.
was not wearing a seat belt. tucky roads during 2013. This Brad Ross. He was charged with theft by
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Two single-fatality motor ve- is two fewer than reported for —Rachel M. Frazer, 30, 405 unlawful taking (gasoline drive
hicle crashes occurred in Jeffer- this time period in 2012. River St., was arrested Jan. 3 on off). Chief Bill Crider was the INSERTED IN
son County. The suspected use Of the six motor vehicle fa- River Street. She was charged charging offi cer.
The Dawson Springs Progress
of alcohol was involved in both. talities, two victims were not with contempt of court (Web- A local man was charged by
One single-fatality motor wearing seat belts. A total of ster County warrant). Capt. the Hopkins County Sheriff’s
vehicle crash occurred in Lin- three fatalities have resulted Craig Patterson was the charg- Department:
coln County and one occurred from crashes involving the sus- ing offi cer, assisted by Chief —Jerry L. Bean, 48, Chris-
in Ohio County. The victim in pected use of alcohol. Bill Crider. tian Privilege Road, was
—A 14-year-old Dawson charged Jan. 5 with four counts
Springs male was charged Jan. of possession of a fi rearm by a
4 at the Dawson Springs Po- convicted felon and possession
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A4 THE DAWSON SPRINGS PROGRESS Thursday, January 10, 2013
Workshop Scheduled On Vital Statistics Announces
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BITUARIES
Changes To Divorce Forms
Organic Corn Production
Service Is Held Wednesday
With the price of corn markets supplying organic Obtaining forms for regis- after January1 will be returned
around $7 per bushel, it may be dairy, egg and meat produc- tering divorces with the Ken- to the sender and required to
surprising that there could be tion,” Meyer added. For Connie Kate Ligon, 99 tucky Office of Vital Statistics be resubmitted on the new for-
a more profi table alternative. Production challenges in- will soon be made easier, the mat,” said Royce.
But, with the price of certifi ed clude the need for crop rota- The funeral for Connie Kate Cabinet for Health and Family Changes are due to legis-
organic corn in mid-December tions, nutrient management, Ligon, 99, was held at 2 p.m. Services (CHFS) announced. lation passed by the 2012
averaging $14.30 per bushel, weed control and the certifi ca- Wednesday at Beshear Funeral In compliance with a new Kentucky General Assembly
producing certifi ed organic tion process. Home. Visitation was from 10 law enacted by the 2012 Gen- calling for an electronic ver-
corn deserves a good look. “Organic cropping systems a.m. until the funeral hour. eral Assembly, the Office of sion of the divorce form that
“Many farmers are not typically use fi ve- to seven-year The Rev. Donnie Howton Vital Statistics is slated to make could be completed electroni-
aware of the signifi cant price rotations instead of the two- to new electronic documents for cally and downloaded from the
offi ciated. Burial was in Dunn
premium for organically pro- three-year rotations more com- Cemetery. reporting divorces to the agency Office of Vital Statistic’s Web
duced corn,” said Lee Meyer, mon in regular cropping,” Mey- Mrs. Ligon died Jan. 5, available via the agency’s Web site. At present, divorce forms
agricultural economist for the er said. “Weed control can be a 2013, at her home. site by the end of the calendar are paper-based and must be
University of Kentucky Col- concern, since organic rules do She was born Aug. 19, 1913, year. CHFS officials report that obtained at local health depart-
lege of Agriculture. “Prices not allow the herbicides com- in Hopkins County, to the late a new electronic version of the ment offices.
typically are 1.5 to two times mon in conventional systems. Dixon and Alva Neisz Inglis. document, primarily used by Under the new law, Sen-
the price of conventionally pro- The rotations help reduce weed She was an elementary attorneys, will be accessible ate Bill 57, the form can be
duced corn. Farmers who do pressure, and cultivation is the online beginning in December obtained electronically by legal
teacher and a graduate of Mur-
know about the premium often alternative to spraying.” 2012 for use in the comple- staff and printed for process-
ray Teachers College. She man-
are not knowledgeable about The Jan. 16 workshop in- CONNIE LIGON tion of all divorce certificates ing through circuit court clerk
aged the school cafeteria at
organic corn markets, produc- cludes presentations from filed with the agency. This new offices. The downloadable
West Hopkins High School for Survivors include a niece,
tion systems and certifi cation experienced farmers and edu- many years. She was a member electronic form will be required divorce form is identified as
Jean Goebel, Indiana; a grand-
rules.” cational sessions on organic for all divorces filed on Jan. 1, the VS-300.
of the First Baptist Church in daughter and grandson-in-
To help provide grain farm- certifi cation, fertility man- Dawson Springs. law, Cheryl and Steve Cullen; 2013, and thereafter. Additionally, the dimen-
ers with the science-based agement, weed management, In addition to her parents, “Making the divorce form sions of the form will change
a grandson, Michael Cullen;
information they need to de- marketing, economics and available electronically will to a standard letter size paper
she was preceded in death by great-grandchildren, Rhianna
cide if the organic corn enter- profi tability. There is a $10 reg- her husband, Garnet Ligon; allow the document to be much and the revision date will be
Thomasson and husband An-
prise is a good alternative for istration fee to cover the cost of more accessible to legal repre- updated to (REV 01/2013).
two sisters, Clyda Mae Hen- thony; Justin Cullen and wife
them, the University of Ken- materials and lunch. Farmers sentatives of divorcing couples,” The revised document will
genrother and Margaret Fran- Katie; Valarie Ruark and hus-
tucky Cooperative Extension can register by e-mail to Will said Kentucky State Registrar also require attorneys to supply
ces; a brother, Kermit Inglis; a band Matt, and Ethan Cullen;
Service, in cooperation with Martin at William.martin24@ Paul Royce. CHFS is partnering their address.
grand-nephew, Monty Cullen; great-great-grandchildren, Vin-
Kentucky Corn Growers As- uky.edu or by contacting their and a grandson, Monty Cullen with the Administrative Office The new form, along with
cent, Christian, Torie Belle,
sociation and Organic Valley local Cooperative Extension Jr. Gunner and Kenzie. of the Courts to make sure detailed instructions, is avail-
Cooperative, is conducting a offi ce. key audiences are aware of the able at chfs.ky.gov/dph/vital/.
daylong workshop Jan. 16 in The workshop is only one Services Are Held Tuesday change. Notifications will be
Bowling Green. The workshop part of an effort to help Ken- sent to all circuit clerks in the
Abundant Praise
is at the Warren County Coop- tucky farmers evaluate this For Bonnie Sue Cranor, 69 state, as well as the Kentucky
erative Extension offi ce, 3132 potential enterprise. Kentucky Bar Association and various Will Perform At
Nashville Rd, and begins at 9 extension specialists received a The funeral for Bonnie Sue attorney groups and associa-
a.m., CST. grant from the U.S. Department Cranor, 69, of St. Charles, was tions. Gospel Jubilee
Meyer said the workshop is of Agriculture Sustainable Ag- Royce noted the current
held Tuesday at Beshear Fu-
part of an effort to help Ken- riculture Research and Educa- neral Home. paper form will no longer be Rita’s Front Porch Gospel
tucky farmers assess opportuni- tion program to provide edu- available as of Jan, 1, 2013 – Jubilee, 8805 Ky. 112 in Ilsley,
The Rev. Willard Walls of-
ties for organic crop production. cational support for farmers. the date the Office of Vital Sta- will feature Abundant Praise at
fi ciated. Burial was in Cranor
Researchers in neighboring Grant funds are supporting re- Cemetery. tistics will begin accepting the 7 p.m. Saturday.
states found that, after a tran- search, on-farm demonstrations new form. The Office of Vital There is no admission
Mrs. Cranor died at 8:45
sition, organic corn yields are in Kentucky and the workshop. a.m. Jan. 4, 2013, at Tradewater Statistics will no longer accept charge. A love offering and do-
very close to yields of conven- Because there is so little certi- the old form for processing as nations will be accepted.
Health and Rehabilitation Cen-
tionally produced corn and may fi ed organic corn currently be- ter. of that date. For information, phone 875-
even be better in drought years. ing grown in Kentucky, Meyer She was born May 30, 1943, “Any old forms submitted 6248 or 875-6249.
“They also found that the believes these demonstration
in Hopkins County, to the late
market is growing, being driv- farms will serve an important Walter and Susie Green Norris. Obituary Policy
en by the expansion of feed role.
She was a housewife and Obituaries are published free of charge as a public service by The
BONNIE CRANOR
was of the Pentecostal faith. Dawson Springs Progress. Information is provided by funeral
20 years of helping
In addition to her parents, ers, Harvey Norris, Haurice homes and the funeral home is responsible for accuracy. Free
she was preceded in death by a Norris and Pink Norris. obituaries may include the following: person’s name, age, address,
miracles happen! brother, Bobby Norris; two sis- Survivors include her hus- date of death, date and place of services, minister, burial site and
ters, Pauline Orten and Kather- band, Dewey Cranor, and many memorial contributions. Survivors and those who preceded the
ine Orten; and three half broth- nieces and nephews. deceased in death will include spouse’s name, childrens’ names,
number of grandchildren and/or great grandchildren and siblings’
names. Also included is place of birth, date of birth, parents’
names, one occupation or former occupation if retired, service
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Thursday, January 10, 2013 THE DAWSON SPRINGS PROGRESS A5
MAMA’S BOYZ by Jerry Craft
S C
uper roSSword
THE SPATS by Jeff Pickering
OUT ON A LIMB by Gary Kopervas
RFD by Marland
AMBER WAVES by Dave T. Phipps
S B
oap uBBleS
dinner on the rooftop. Connie
THE BOLD AND wrecked her car with Trey, Kris-
THE BEAUTIFUL tina and Johnny inside. Todd
Caroline maintained her and Carly put their past loves
composure while Bill threat- behind them and headed to the
ened her. Hope waited patient- bedroom. Sabrina left Patrick’s
ly for Liam to make up his side when Britt arrived. Johnny
mind about a future together. was led away in handcuffs.
Katie began wondering if Bill’s Lulu had an explanation for
drinking was impairing his Olivia’s visions about the dog.
judgment. Steffy begged Liam Wait to See: Todd tries to bribe
to let go of the past. Every- John. Connie tempts AJ.
one blamed Bill after Caro- THE YOUNG AND
line ended up in the emergency THE RESTLESS
room. Rick tried to keep from Nick and Avery celebrated
pummeling Bill. Meanwhile, New Year’s at The Under-
Bill turned to Alison for help in ground. Michael wondered
Don Diamont
calming his nerves. Karen and why his son was so jealous of
is “Bill”
Danielle arrived at the hospital Jamie. Later, Fen told Jamie
on “The Bold and The
to visit their daughter and were about how Summer bullied him
Beautiful”
furious to learn that Bill might online. Chloe was determined
fight after arguing about Kris-
be the reason she was there. to steal her money back from
ten. Sami and Rafe were both
Wait to See: Hope tells Liam Noah. Jack woke up with a
T Y G H rocked by the kiss they shared.
o our ood ealTH what really happened in Italy. hangover and a strange woman
Will confronted Nick about his
Forrester Creations launches its passed out on his floor. Adam
homophobic comment. Nicole
By Paul G. Donohue, M.D. Stop doing things that bring on period, possibly for life. fashion challenge. told Chelsea he couldn’t leave
was hurt when Eric wouldn’t
Burning Throat Pain Could this pain until you do. *** DAYS OF OUR LIVES town with her due to Jack’s
open up to her. Wait to See:
Signal Angina The booklet on angina DEAR DR. DONOHUE: I Kate had some reservations inability to run the company.
Wait to See: Brady says what
DEAR DR. DONOHUE: I and coronary artery disease think my husband is an alco- about Nick due to his arro- Jack finally agreed to seek
Kristen has been waiting to
read your column all the time, explains this common malady holic. He’s not abusive, but his gance. Chad and Abigail shared help for his addiction. Chloe
hear. Chloe won’t leave Daniel
and I was wondering if anyone and how it’s treated. Readers consumption of alcohol is more a surprise kiss. Adrienne gave returned home with a bag full of
alone.
has ever written to ask a ques- can obtain a copy by writ- than a six-pack of beer a day, Will her blessing about his cash. Noah received a text from
GENERAL HOSPITAL
tion about burning in the throat. ing: Dr. Donohue -- No. 101W, and sometimes whiskey. He relationship with Sonny. John Adriana saying that she was in
The year 2013 marked the
I was a smoker for years. It’s Box 536475, Orlando, FL usually falls asleep in a chair. realized that Kristen was just Genoa City. Victor told Victo-
beginning of a new life for
been five months since I have 32853-6475. Enclose a check My sister tells me the cage test as evil as ever. Nick was able ria that they had an opportu-
many. Starr was admitted to
had a cigarette. This throat or money order (no cash) for can diagnose alcoholism. What to stop Gabi from telling Eric nity to get their company back.
the hospital for a possible head
burning occurs when I walk $4.75 U.S./$6 Canada with is it, and where can he get the truth about her pregnancy. Wait to See: Nick and Sharon
injury after her fight with Con-
or try to exercise or even carry the recipient’s printed name it done? He won’t talk about Marlena told Brady that she honor Cassie’s birthday. Jack
nie. Todd escorted Carly to a
laundry. I would like to know and address. Please allow four these things to me. -- C.L. would never accept him and goes through withdrawal.
New Year’s Eve party at the
what it means. It feels like hot weeks for delivery ANSWER: It’s not a lab test. Kristen together. Nicole and
Haunted Star. Olivia was over-
ice in my throat. -- F.R. *** It’s four questions. They are: 1) EJ ended up locking lips at (c) 2012 King Features Synd., Inc.
come by her premonitions.
ANSWER: I don’t want to DEAR DR. DONOHUE: Have you ever felt the need to midnight on New Year’s Eve.
Spinelli prepared a romantic
alarm you, but I will breathe My daughter is on Effexor for Cut down on your drinking? 2) Brady and John got into a fist-
more easily if you see a doctor depression. She’s been on it Are you Annoyed when people
very soon. What you describe for six months, and actually is criticize your drinking? 3) Do T T
could be a sign of angina, pain doing quite well. She’s able to you ever feel Guilty about your rivia eST
caused by the narrowing of a handle her job and take care drinking? 4) Have you ever
heart artery or arteries. of her family. Does she take taken a drink first thing in the 1. MOVIES: What was the name of the angel common birthstone for May?
More often, people describe this medicine for life? I worry morning as an Eye-opener? in the movie “It’s a Wonderful Life”? 10. GAMES: What color is the No. 3 ball in
angina as chest tightness or about addiction and what it Two “yes” answers indicate 2. ANATOMY: What is another name for an billiards?
discomfort that occurs when might be doing to her brain. alcoholism. It’s a simple but erythrocyte?
they’re active, as in walking, -- N.M. reliable test. 3. GEOGRAPHY: In which country is the Po Answers
exercising or carrying laundry, ANSWER: Antidepres- *** River located? 1. Clarence Odbody
and then lets up when they sants are not addicting. They Dr. Donohue regrets that he 4. HISTORY: In what century was the Erie 2. Red blood cell
stop. The variations on angina don’t damage the brain. What is unable to answer individual Canal constructed? 3. Italy
pain are many. It can be felt they do is restore normal brain letters, but he will incorporate 5. MUSIC: Which composer wrote more than 4. Early 19th century
as jaw pain, shoulder and arm chemistry. An imbalance in them in his column whenever 400 waltzes, including “The Blue Danube”? 5. Johann Strauss
pain (on the left more often brain messenger chemicals is possible. Readers may write 6. ENTERTAINERS: Which female movie 6. Rita Hayworth
than the right) or neck pain. believed to lead to depression. him or request an order form star was born with the name Margarita Carmen 7. Meg
People use words like “squeez- Your daughter’s doctor will of available health newsletters Cansino? 8. Karen
ing,” “crushing” or “suffocat- tell her when she can stop tak- at P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, 7. LITERATURE: Which sister is the oldest 9. Emerald
ing.” Some say it feels like ing the medicine. If a person FL 32853-6475. in the classic book “Little Women”? 10. Red
throat tightness. Burning throat relapses into another depres- 8. TELEVISION: What was the name of the
pain could be another variant sion after stopping medicine, (c) 2012 North America Synd., little girl in the animated TV show “Frosty the (c) 2012 King Features Synd., Inc.
of angina. then she should take antide- Inc. Snowman”?
Do see a doctor quickly. pressants for a more prolonged All Rights Reserved 9. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: What is the
A6 The DA wson springs progress Thursday, January 10, 2013
ABOUT TOWN By Scott OTHER EDITORS
If Kids Guilty, Safety Is
Then Parents Guilty First Priority
it’s good to hear that the al-
leged perpetrators of an arson now back to football, this The mass shooting of 20 even nr A members and
at 301 Mineral street have been time on the professional side. children and six adults inside some of Congress’ most promi-
apprehended by local law en- These fascinating facts were a newtown, Conn., elementary nent supporters of our 2nd
forcement. found in UsA Today. school days before their Christ- Amendment rights disagree
The fire at what has been —The Cincinnati Bengals mas holiday is now the frame with the idea of arming a se-
known as the old Dr. seibert have not won a playoff game for a national debate about curity guard in every school in
place (and before that the Doom since 1990. This is the longest violence, gun laws and mental America. it will not stop deter-
house) was ruled suspicious at active streak in the nFL. The health. The goal for everyone mined and deranged shooters in
the time of the fire on Dec. 1. streak is longer now since the in this debate should be a safer all cases.
it was ruled very suspicious Bengals lost 19-13 to the Tex- and saner country — especially Fourteen mass shootings
in my mind when it occured. ans last weekend. for our children. Achieving this occurred in the United states
The house was vacant. There —The green Bay packers goal is difficult on its own. It’s this year. There were 83 people
were no utilities turned on, and aren’t as fierce at home during made more difficult by extreme killed, not including nine shoot-
many of the doors and windows the playoffs as they once were. positions from people who ers who in died in those cases.
were open or missing. During their first 64 years in the claim to have simple solutions. in the newtown shoot-
The blaze not only destroyed league, they were 13-0 at Lam- And it’s complicated by an at- ing, the gunman fired multiple
the home where it was set, but beau Field during the playoffs. titude from others that nothing rounds from a Bushmaster Ar-
because of strong winds during After last weekend’s 24-10 over will ever reduce mass shootings 15 semi-automatic rifle. He
the fire, damaged the home next the Minnesota Vikings, they are in this country. carried several clips of ammu-
door as well as a garage at the 3-4 since 2002. Let’s at least agree there are nition. This is a military-style
back of the property and an old —The new england patri- no simple solutions to reducing rifle, and investigators have
trailer next door. (The trailer ots, one of the favorites to win gun violence. confirmed that the shooter’s
next door was in as bad a state the super Bowl, can make their Then, let’s respect that the mother bought the rifle legally.
of disrepair as the house which coach tied for the winningest 2nd Amendment guarantees From 1994 to 2004, it was ille-
burned.) coach in playoffs history. if the Americans the right to own gal in the United states to sell
Arsonists not only destroy patriots win it all, Bill Belich- firearms. The vast majority of this type of weapon.
property; they also put lives ick will tie Tom Landry with 17 gun owners in this country are it is reasonable to question if
in danger. I had hoped this fire playoff victories. responsible with their firearms. these types of weapons, capable
was not set deliberately, but it —The seattle seahawks They use them for hunting of firing large amounts of am-
appears that might be the case. beat the washington redskins and personal protection. That munition in a short time frame,
As bad and sad as the actual 24-14 Sunday breaking a string shouldn’t change. But we do should be legal in this country.
arson is, something even sad- of eight straight road playoff need to search for reasonable These are offensive weapons.
der is if the juveniles who have losses dating back to 1983. The ways to address the problem we often hear people say,
been apprehended for setting team with the longest losing of mass shootings because it “guns don’t kill people. people
this fire actually are guilty, then streak didn’t make the playoffs happens too often and because kill people.” Fair enough, but
why were they out during the this year — the Detroit Lions. we should never again mourn the issue here is how a particu-
middle of the night? My picks to meet in the con- the deaths of first-graders who lar type of weapon will make it
These kids (yes, they are ference championships for a were gunned down at their easier to kill large numbers of
kids and should have been shot at making the super Bowl school. people. People who own fire-
home in bed) were out long af- are… Much of the debate today arms for hunting and protection
ter they should have been nes- green Bay and seattle in the hinges on the National Rifle can achieve both with hand-
tled all snug in their beds. national Conference Association’s call for an armed guns, rifles and shotguns that
if these kids are guilty of Denver and new england in guard in every school in Amer- are not designed to quickly fire
this crime, the parents should the American Conference ica. wayne Lapierre, the Ceo many rounds of ammunition.
be punished along with the for the country’s largest and we could also argue that
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youngsters. most powerful gun-rights orga- semi-trucks don’t kill people;
These were lifted from some nization, announced the nrA’s it’s the drivers who kill people.
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of Chip’s columns when he position in a news conference And we do restrict who may
Another college football wasn’t looking… that did not allow questions drive larger vehicles through
bowl season appears to be over —A married couple was from news organizations that special licensing.
after no fewer than 35 games. asleep when the phone rang at 2 covered the conference. The type of weapons that we
35 games? serious? They play in the morning. The wife, an in- Americans do rely on police allow people to buy legally in
35 bowl games! That means 70 diana basketball fan, picked up officers with guns to keep many this country is a large part of
college football teams compete the phone, listened a moment of us safe in our public places, this debate, but we should not
in bowls ranging from presti- and said “how should i know, so Lapierre’s proposal is not, as discount other factors, includ-
gous to almost unknown. that’s 200 miles from here!” some have argued, outrageous ing all types of entertainment
one thing the long bowl sea- and hung up. or ridiculous. But Lapierre and news media that elevate
son has taught us is how good The husband said, “who did overstate the potential of and extol gun violence, our
Kent state was. who knew? was that?” armed school guards when he limited access to mental health
After all, they were defeated The wife answered, “i don’t said only armed guards would care and the number of children
by a Kentucky team that we all know, some woman wanting to keep children safe in schools. who do not have loving parents
know was pretty bad. know if the coast was clear.” remember, there was an armed and good role models.
So who would have expect- — The Tennessee football security worker inside Colum-
ed big things from Kent state? fan suspected his girlfriend of bine high school. —Kentucky New Era
who knew how good san cheating on him, so he went L t t e
etters o he ditor
Jose state was? or how bad out and bought a gun. he went
LOOKING BACK
Florida must have been — at to her apartment unexpectedly
least the night Louisville made and when he opened the door,
the gators look like a team he found her in the arms of an- Relay Team brary, Dawson springs City 10, 25 & 50 Years Ago
from the depths of the Big east. other man. hall, Laura’s stylin’ salon,
But the big game was Mon- well, the guy was so angry Says Thanks The Hair Fix, and The Dawson
day night, and everyone knew he pulled the gun from his belt springs progress. 10 Years Ago Dawson springs progress,
how good Alabama was. The — but then was overcome with Dear editor: To the town of Dawson Thursday, January 14, 1988.)
question before that game was despair and put the gun to his Springs I say an extra big thank (From the files of The Kelley Marie wheelock
just how good is notre Dame. head. The relay For Life Tree of you. You allowed us the time Dawson springs progress, was born wednesday, Dec.
Many thought they knew as The girlfriend yelled, “no, hope was a huge success! to dedicate the Tree of hope Thursday, Jan. 9, 2003.) 30, at r egional Medical
the Fighting irish went into the don’t do it.” There are no words that can prior to the annual Christmas Thirty-five of a little more Center in Madisonville. she
game a huge nine-point under- The guy replied, “shut up, adequately express the grati- parade. than 100 peole who attended weighed seven pounds and
dog. They didn’t cover. you’re next!” tude i feel as the result of all it was a special time as the a party Dec. 17 at the high six ounces.
Most college football fans — After tucking their those who supported the Tree names of those were read who school reported becoming ill Funeral for Mrs. Leona
didn’t think the game would 3-year-old child sammy in for of hope in Dawson springs had received donations “in a few hours after the party. giffin Merideth, 79, were
be close, except for Irish fans bed one night, his parents heard through donations to the Amer- memory of” or “in honor of.” Athletes and former ath- held Monday morning at
which include the Mills fam- sobbing coming from his room. ican Cancer society. There As was said during the dedica- letes named to the Three Beshear Funeral home.
ily and my son-in-law Michael rushing back in, they found were a total of 88 ornaments tion, each ornament represents rivers Conference All Con- service for Mrs. Thel-
May. him crying hysterically. he a person, a family, a caregiver, ference Team for 2001-02 ma r ay Monroe, 77, was
for the tree with $477.00 being
managed to tell them that he donated. and friend of someone who had are Justin washburn, Keila held Tuesday afternoon at
******************** had swallowed a penny and he The Flyin’ purple Cancer or is facing cancer. we also smiley, Leslie hamby, Jared Beshear Funeral home.
This week marks one of the was sure he was going to die. Beaters, as well as all of the know there are many others gamblin, Jordan Dever and services for Mrs. eliza -
first changes readers will notice no amount of talking was help- hopkins County relay For Life out there in the community that Melissa Bailey. beth Marie Buras, 62, will be
in The Dawson springs prog- ing. teams, are so appreciative of have or are fighting this hor- The funeral for Mrs. Dora conducted Friday, Jan. 15, at
ress under new ownership. his father, in an attempt those who helped make a tree rible disease that may not have May heggen Laffoon, 95, Beshear Funeral home.
American Profile, a weekly to calm him down, palmed a in Dawson springs possible. had an ornament and they were was held wednesday, Jan. 8, 50 Years Ago
news magazine with good news penny from his pocket and pre- First to John, Lyndsey, and not forgotten. at Beshear Funeral home.
and human interest stories, tended to pull it from sammy’s Cora rogers of Clark, Beshear it is wonderful to live in a The funeral for John (From the files of The
makes its debut in this week’s ear. sammy was delighted. & Clark for allowing us to use town so supportive of a fund- Edward “Buddy” Cato, 84, Dawson springs progress,
progress. In a flash, he snatched it their window and for giving us raiser for an important cause. was held Friday afternoon, Thursday, January 10, 1963.)
we hope readers will enjoy from his father’s hand, swal- unlimited access to get the tree hopefully The Tree of hope Jan. 3, at Beshear Funeral James erwin Thomason
this added bonus. lowed, and then cheerfully de- up, decorated, and to continue is a new tradition in Dawson home. was born saturday, Dec. 19,
manded, “Do it again, Dad!” adding ornaments. And, they springs for the Christmas sea- The funeral for John Ben- at hopkins County hospital
******************** son. jamin “Benny” harper, 92,
even took donations for the tree in Madisonville. he weighed
As a member of the Flyin’ was held Tuesday afternoon,
for us when a team member eight pounds and nine ounc-
The Dawson Springs Progress purple Cancer Beaters team, i Jan. 7, at Beshear Funeral
was not available. es.
want to thank my fellow team home.
Progress Publishing Co., Inc. To the family that donated Funeral services were held
the tree, we say thank you. You members for their help and 25 Years Ago for Mrs. Mary Alice Thom-
—Established 1919— support in our sponsorship of
had no idea on the day that you as, 74, Monday afternoon at
the Tree of hope in Dawson (From the files of The
Published Every Thursday were looking to just get rid of Beshear Funeral home.
springs. Although only four
Periodicals postage paid at Dawson Springs, Kentucky 42408 an old Christmas tree that it had
team members actually have
USPS 149520 a glorious future ahead. This
roots in Dawson springs, you
Postmaster send change of address to: is proof that god does work in
all were willing to help and M i t
P.O. Box 460, Dawson Springs, KY 42408 mysterious ways. oMents n iMe
seek out supporters for the tree.
Thank you to the Dawson
As a team we have learned
springs progress for the won-
Member Member derful story on the endeavor. that there is much more to re- • On Jan. 7, 1789, Ameri- washington, D.C., Leonardo da
lay For Life than just walking ca’s first presidential election Vinci’s masterpiece, the Mona
Your coverage definitely got the
word out to those who would all night. so, my hat is tipped is held as voters cast ballots Lisa, is exhibited for the first
to Debbie hayes, susie Mar- to choose state electors. only time in America. The paint-
not have known otherwise.
tin, susan nightingale, JoAnn white men who owned property ing is a portrait of the wife
And to The peach Tree Flo-
McKnight, Devin Black, Katie were allowed to vote. of wealthy Florentine citizen
rist we say thank you for the
help with the “topper” for our williams, Chris oelschlager, • On Jan. 11, 1937, near- Francesco del gioconda.
tree. You helped an amateur job Jenni hodges, Todd McKnight, ly two weeks into a sit-down • On Jan. 13, 1982, an Air
Scott N. Dillingham, Publisher, Managing Editor Michelle witte, Tim Crowell, strike by general Motors auto Florida Boeing 727 plunges into
look professional.
Barbara hankins, and Mary workers at the Fisher Body the potomac r iver in wash-
Niles O. Dillingham, Editor, Publisher, President 1946-2008 Thanks to those businesses
Broyles. plant in Flint, Mich., a riot ington, D.C., killing 78 people.
Jed Dillingham, Editor 1980–2007 around Dawson springs that
got the word out about how to if anyone is interested in breaks out when police try The plane was forced to wait 45
phone: [phone] e-mail: [email protected] donate an ornament. The busi- joining or starting a relay For to prevent the strikers from minutes for clearance after de-
Life team in support of the receiving food deliveries from icing, and at the end of the run-
nesses that helped hand out
Subscription rates are $25.00 per year in Hopkins County, American Cancer society just supporters on the outside. way was able to achieve only a
$31.00 per year in Kentucky and $37.00 outside of Kentucky. donation forms included the
Dawson springs Branch Li- • On Jan. 8, 1962, at the few hundred feet of altitude.
—Continued on page A7 national gallery of Art in (c) 2012 King Features synd., inc
Thursday, January 10, 2013 The Dawson springs progress a7
Cops” trip. it continues to be peeples, holly peters, Charles gathering of people from all Marriage is what it is and has tire universe. it is my estimate
Letters the highlight of our holiday Proffitt, Amanda Scott, Tommy races, religions, and those of always been. we may as well that there are no more than per-
shopping. we are able to spend and gay sisk, Debbie smith, no religion at all, people of all redefine broccoli and call it haps 40 out of the entire Con-
time with the students and Kevin and Mary ann stock- ages, and of every economic chocolate. Then people would gress who even deserve their
—Continued from page a6
parents as they shop for their man, Denell storms, Mark status, to support the value eat broccoli before they can pay. Most of them are mediocre
gifts. There is no greater joy Taylor, Deanna Thomas, Jen- of human life at all ages and get it out of the ground. it’s not people with mediocre records,
ask any team member for in- than the smiles on the faces of nifer ward, Cathy watson, Dr. stages. why would this year all the fault of the homosexual both before and after they came
formation or check it out on the our students. Thank you, Chief Jeff and Christy winfrey, Corie be larger than in the past? This community. we heterosexuals to politics. some are as dumb
web at www.relayforlife.org. Crider, for being a part of our winstead, Kent workman, Lori year is the 40th anniversary of have treated marriage as some- as mules, and there are oth-
Thank you again Dawson school. wooton. r oe v. wade. Forty years or thing disposable, or temporary. ers who come from families
springs! in addition, i want to express also Dawson springs 40 days was also a time period as a matter of fact, i would wealthy enough to buy their
Kerry hayes my most sincere appreciation First Baptist Church, Dawson of some significance in the say that it is our declining re- seats.
Flyin purple Cancer Beaters to my co-worker and friend, springs First Baptist Church Bible. all Catholic religious spect for marriage that has led we have traveled far from
Team Captain Christy winfrey. Christy has Joy Class, Dawson springs and some Catholic lay people many homosexuals to embrace our humble republican (small
always been a dedicated em- First Baptist Church wMU, start their daily prayers with a misunderstanding of what r) beginnings. serving the na-
FRYSC Says ployee who truly cares about Dawson springs First Christian psalm 95. one of the verses marriage is. we have to rededi- tion used to involve financial
our students and the Dawson Church, First United Method- in that psalm says: 40 years cate ourselves to the sanctity sacrifice on the part of politi-
Thank You springs independent school ist women, grapevine Baptist/ i endured that generation. i of marriage and be strong in cians. Many of our greatest
District. in the years past, i women on Mission, Dawson said “They are a people whose defending it, starting with our leaders died poor. it was once
have observed her work tire- springs primitive Baptist hearts go astray and they do own marriage. we owe it to our thought an honor and a duty to
Dear editor,
i am honored to write this lessly to insure every child is Church, Mount pisgah adult not know my ways.” so i families. as the family goes, so serve in public office for a time
cared for and every contributor women, resurrection Catholic swore in my anger “They shall goes the country, so goes the and then return to private life.
letter on behalf of our stu-
is recognized and appreciated. Church. not enter into my rest.” some world. Today we have professional
dents, families, Christy win-
she is a lady whom i have al- also Dawson springs Busi- translations have it “40 years we all watched with horror politicians who intend to feed
frey and myself. Because of
ways respected for her loving ness and professional women, i loathed that generation.” the murders in newtown. we at the public trough for as long
the generosity of the many
heart and generous nature. i Dawson springs police Depart- in our nation we have killed have mourned with those who as humanly possible and have
supporters and friends of our
had a unique observation of ment, Dollar store, pennyrile around 55 million unborn ba- have lost loved ones in our raised campaign re-election
students at Dawson springs
her personal spirit this year area Cyclists, pennyrile bies since r oe v. wade. i can’t own way. we have seen this all funds in the millions to do it.
independent, 122 students
as i too became a recipient of homemakers, The peach Tree, help but wonder if god has before. There has already been it is the curse of a free society
and 56 families were blessed
her specialness. Due to an ill- sons of american Legion post any loathing for us. much discussion about add- that we really do get the kind of
with a plentiful Christmas.
ness within my family, i was 310, United Mine workers Lo- it seems to me that if we ing more laws to the dozens government we deserve. actu-
The collective financial
community contribution for often required to be out of the cal 5138, Yw Club. just look at the erosion of the that were broken in carrying ally, the politicians are in office
Christmas 2012 is estimated office during the holiday sea- Also, first grade classes respect for life in our culture, out this killing spree. The gun because we put them there, and
son. Christy willingly picked (Lisa Cotton and Marcella there is plenty of evidence of debate will continue, but that they stay because we keep vot-
at $21,550.
up the additional duties, always McCuiston), second grade our own self-loathing. abor- is not where i’m going with ing for them.
This was my 13th year to
encouraging me to be with my classes (Lee hall, phyllis tion is by far the easiest to this. My larger point is that we The problem is not the
be involved with the FrYsC
family. words will never ex- Menser, Brook Throgmor- point to. we can’t even have have lost a respect for life in money. The problem is that
holiday assistance program. i
press how much her friendship ton), third grade class (Martha an honest and open discus- our culture. we are immersed many (not all) politicians actu-
am still amazed by the way our
means to me. i wish each of Davis), fourth grade classes sion about what we are talking in a culture of death. abortion, ally believe that by reason of
community comes together to
you a special person like Chris- (Jamie Brantley and Barbara about. it is called choice, and euthanasia, the violence in our having been elected, they are
give to those in need. so many
of you have been constant in ty in your life. P’Poole), fifth grade class women’s health care. we don’t media, the disintegration of somehow special people who
Dianne h. Labrado, coor- (susie Lovell, Julie scott and dare speak of what is really go- marriage and the family, the deserve all their pay, comforts
your support of our students
dinator Cheryl simons), sixth grade ing on. we act confused when coarseness of our language and perks. They get downright
and their families throughout
Family resource and Youth class (Carrie Durban, Kathy confronted with the question in how we communicate with huffy when we common folks
the years. You expect nothing
services Center Kelley and sherri Lanhan), of when life begins. That’s not each other are all symptoms of don’t show them proper re-
in return for the love and gen-
seventh grade class (em- a hard question either biologi- a culture in decline. we must spect. it’s a sign of a decaying
erosity you so freely share. You
a big thank you to all the ily abbott), eighth grade class cally or philosophically. our change that. society when a position de-
are the true meaning of Christ-
mas. following: willie and Darla (Kim Menser), ninth grade confusion and obfuscation of as i said at the beginning fines the person. A congress-
adams, Vicki allen, Tammy class (r achel McCain), 10th language hasn’t stopped there. of this letter, January is pro- man is looked up to simply
i want to recognize Chief
audas, in memory of Doug grade class (Michael Lee and now we are having open dis- life month. Let’s start our year because he is a congressman,
Bill Crider and his staff for
Barnes, anita Black, Char- elizabeth workman), Class of cussions about people on the with a defense of life. evil is not because of any personal
the wonderful “shop with the
lotte Beshear, Jim and Jamie 1944, Dawson springs high other end of the life spectrum, always in opposition to life qualities.
CAPITOL Brantley, Jenny Bruce, ramo- school Band (andy hall, di- those who are in advanced age because evil is in opposition The american press, the
na Camplin, Debbie Cansler, rector), Dawson springs Jr. or poor health. They are now to god, and god is life. Dedi- freest from government inter-
CINEMAS Vonda Castle, Tom Cotton. pro cheerleaders (shannon spoken of as a burden to a cate some time to prayer that ference, has become superfi-
also, Martha Davis, Dan parker, sponsor) and Dawson healthy society and too much in some way defends life. sup- cial and rarely covers affairs
and Katie Dillingham, Kent springs pTo. of a drain on our health care port the things that support the or people of substance. a large
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and Donna Dillingham, polly system. This is also true of life issues around you. what majority of americans today
FRIDAY THROUGH THURSDAY
Dillingham, scott and Beth We Should unborn babies diagnosed with could be a better start to the rely on television for their
life of pi Dillingham, Melissa Dulin, Down syndrome, or any birth new year than defending the news and count mere hearsay
glenda Franklin, Jim and Jack- Defend Life defects. Most Down babies most precious thing of all, as factual. it doesn’t matter
(PG) A Boy and Bengal Tiger Survive
ie gordon, wendy hardwick, are aborted now. is this really life? if congressmen and senators
On Life Raft! Fri. 6:45 & 9:10; Sat. 1:15,
4:00, 6:45 & 9:10; Sun. 1:15, 4:00 & Jon and renee harned, Man- how a nation that is supposed Michael Marsili pay themselves five times the
Dear editor,
7:00; Mon.-Thur. 6:30. dy harrelson, rick and Trudy to stand for the least among us, Dawson springs median income in the United
We find ourselves in Janu-
hendrickson, Kent and Kay for the weakest, for the mar- states. They do it because they
ary once again, cold, dark, the
django unchained hurley. ginalized, supposed to con- Politicians, know they can get away with
end of another football sea-
also Kammie Jackson- duct itself? are we trying to it. Most constituents don’t
(R) Starring Jamie Foxx & Leonardo son. it can be a pretty heavy
DiCaprio; Fri. 7:00; Sat. & Sun. 1:00, Young, Tina Jones, Kathy build a master race? i wonder. Not Heroes even know, and others don’t
month. it is a time to look over
4:00 & 7:00; Mon.-Thur. 6:30. Kelley, ashli Lanham, Mi- we have already dehumanized care.
the past year, the mistakes, the
chael Lee, gail Mcalister, these that i have just men- if you ask american school
jack reacher failures, the blessings and the Dear editor,
James earl and Lettie ann tioned. where do we think this children to name heroes, some
triumphs. it can also be a new wasn’t it just like our val-
(PG-13) Starring Tom Cruise & Robert McKnight, Mike and Darlene beginning. it is to this i hope is leading? iant Congress to take a va- will name alexander graham
Duval; Fri. 6:45 & 9:15; Sat. 1:15, 4:00, McKnight, Diann Menser, we have also seen an ero- Bell or Thomas a. edison, but
to speak. cation at the very time they
6:45 & 9:15; Sun. 1:15, 4:00 & 7:00; Lisa Merrell, Joann Miller, sion of what is now referred the majority will name enter-
Mon.-Thur. 6:30. January is pro-life month. should have been attending to
Lesley Mills, Karla Mitchell, to as “traditional marriage.” tainers, actors or politicians.
on Jan. 25, the annual March the business they were elected
Kathy nichols, Charisse pace, The homosexual community That is so sad. Thanks for lis-
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General Assembly Convened Tuesday supporters of casino gambling. casino amendment that doesn’t chaired by Thayer recom-
They hope an amendment to limit casinos to racetracks. mended halting cost-of-living
allow expanded gambling in —State pension and tax re- increases for pensioners and
—Continued from front page $1.5 billion in taxes and fees —A bill in 2012 that would Kentucky might get through. form. The General Assembly putting new hires in a different
each year. have given a tax credit for in- The Senate in 2012 voted down will consider the recommen- plan that shares risk.
Kentucky Auditor Adam Some Senate Republicans vestment in startup companies the gambling amendment that dations of two task forces that —Another task force as-
Edelen and his staff spent six want the reforms to go further received the support of 72 leg- would have allowed casinos at met over the summer and fall sembled by Beshear recom-
months in 2012 studying spe- and require special taxing dis- islators that co-sponsored it, seven racetracks. to propose reforms to the state mended ways to update the
cial taxing districts that collect tricts, such as libraries, to get Beshear and business leaders Senate President David Wil- pension system and tax code. state’s tax code.
taxes or fees but don’t have approval from fi scal courts, or from around the state. But the liams, an outspoken opponent Many blame the $19 bil- —Abortion will become an-
members directly elected by other elected bodies, before measure failed to get out of of expanded gambling, is now lion shortfall in the pensions other heated topic as Republi-
the people. These include fi re raising taxes. committee. a circuit court judge and no lon- of state and local employees cans believe the four seats they
districts and library boards. Other issues which may be —Another push for casino ger in the Senate. Beshear told for the cutbacks in government picked up in the state House
Edelen found 1,268 taxing taken up by the assembly in- gambling. New Senate lead- the Louisville Courier-Journal services. might help get some anti-abor-
districts in Kentucky collected clude: ership renewed hopes for the he will consider proposing a A pension task force co- tion legislation through.
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The annual open house The Dawson Springs Prog- Lori Wooton and Mike and
—Continued from front page classes at Dawson Springs El- Oct. 18 — Access Point sponsored by the police and ress received the RC&D Com- Janice King as well as the Dar-
ementary School raised $130 Dawson Springs, a computer- fi re departments was held this munity Development Award by House, the Dawson Springs
run, 2-mile canoeing/kayaking to support their teachers, Jackie based program established to week. The event included a for providing half-page adver- Museum and Art Center and
and a 16.5 mile bike ride. Greenfi eld and Tracy Collins, assist at-risk students, held its bonfi re for the fi rst time. tisements for the Take Kids the Pennyrile Forest State Re-
SEPTEMBER who participated in the Walk to fi rst graduation ceremony with Nov. 8 — Trover Health Fishing event held each spring sort Park Lodge.
Sept. 6 — Dawson Springs End Alzheimer’s. two students receiving diplo- System offi cially joined Baptist at the Tradewater River. Pet pictures with Mrs. Claus
Junior-Senior High School The annual PTO Fall Festi- mas. Health Nov. 1. The healthcare Dawson Springs High were made at the Darby House.
principal Terry Hayes resigned val was held in the parking lot Schools across Kentucky system is now known as Bap- School students earning dis- Proceeds from the event, spon-
to take the position of superin- at the branch library. were warned to expect much tist Health Madisonville. tinguished scores on the state sored by the Monday Morn-
tendent of the Pineville Inde- OCTOBER lower accountability scores on The fi rst results of Ken- assessment were presented re- ing Quilters, benefi tted the
pendent School System in Bell Oct. 4 — Voters in the the 2012 test results. This is tucky’s new school assessment served parking signs during the Hopkins County Humane Soci-
County. He had just begun his Dawson Springs and Ilsley pre- the fi rst year for a new testing system were released with the annual awards program. ety animal shelter.
third year as administrator in cincts will now cast their ballots system. Dawson Springs seventh and Nov. 29 — The annual Dec. 20 — The Dawson
Dawson Springs. in the high school multipurpose The Dawson Springs Board eighth grades receiving a profi - lighting ceremony in Veterans Springs Independent School
The Dawson Springs City room instead of the branch li- of Education approved the se- cient designation. The elemen- Memorial Park will take place System received an unqualifi ed
Council voted to raise taxes for brary. According to the county nior trip for the Class of 2013. tary and high schools are in Sunday at 4 p.m. followed by opinion on its FY 11-12 audit
real property during a special clerk’s offi ce, the change was The class voted to take a cruise the “needs improvement” cat- the Christmas parade. report.
called meeting. The increase is made to better accommodate a to the Bahamas. egory along with 70 percent of The American Cancer Soci- A candlelight memorial was
expected to mean an additional large number of voters. Oct. 25 — Dawson Springs schools statewide. ety’s “Tree of Hope’ at Clark, held in Veterans Memorial Park
$5 or less for individual tax- The Kentucky Public Ser- welcomed a new postmaster Local voters re-elected their Beshear and Clark is decorated for victims of the Sandy Hook
payers. vice Commission has opened a when Brenda Knoth assumed city government offi cials in the with ornaments in honor or in Elementary School shootings.
Sept. 13 — The annual Sam- proceeding that will lead to the that position this week. Knoth 2012 general election. Incum- memory of someone who has The Kentucky Public Ser-
pling of Dawson Springs, spon- creation of a new area code in comes to Dawson Springs from bent Mayor Jenny Sewell and been affected by cancer. The vice Commission is preparing
sored by the Main Street program all or a portion of the current Benton where she served as all six city council members — names of those for whom or- for a new area code in Western
and the Chamber of Commerce, area code 270, which covers postmaster for six years. Kenny Mitchell, Rhonda Mills, naments have been purchased Kentucky beginning in early
was held at the Dawson Springs Western Kentucky. The city of Dawson Springs Kenny Thomas, Rick Hen- will be read during Sunday’s 2014. Those who currently
Community Center. Oct. 11 — A mock presi- received a grant in the amount drickson, Chasidy Chappell lighting ceremony. have 270 area code numbers
The Dawson Springs Junior- dential election was held at the of $52,670 to apply toward and Ray Bochert — retained DECEMBER will not be affected.
Senior High SBDM Council local high school with Repub- the construction of a trailhead their seats. Incumbent school Dec. 6 — Fire destroyed Dec. 27 — The owners of
began the principal selection lican challenger Mitt Romney parking area along the Dawson board members Chris Smiley a vacant two-story house on The Dawson Springs Progress
process with a special called winning over incumbent Presi- Springs Park to Park trail. and Earl Menser will also re- Mineral Street and damaged have reached an agreement
meeting. Third-year principal dent Barack Obama 187–64. NOVEMBER turn for new terms. the home next door. The fi re, to sell the newspaper to The
Terry Hayes resigned earlier After weeks involved in the Nov. 1 — Representatives Nov. 15 — The annual Vet- deemed to be suspicious in ori- Times Leader in Princeton. The
this month. principal selection process, the of the Dawson Springs Dollar erans Day program at the local gin, is under investigation. sale is expected to be fi nalized
Sept. 20 — Susan Higdon Dawson Springs Junior-Senior General Store told Rotary Club schools was held with Dale The Rev. E.J. and Becky by the end of the year.
of Fancy Farm was named High SBDM Council named members that a Dollar General Faughn as the featured speaker. Hatton were the winners of the Gov. Steve Beshear joined
temporary interim principal of Kevin Stockman as the next Plus is set to open in July. The Faughn is a Marine Corps vet- Community Service Award and local and state offi cials in
Dawson Springs Junior-Senior principal. new store will be almost double eran and a longtime teacher at served as Grand Marshals of Dawson Springs to break
High School. The Dawson Springs Ele- the size of the current Dollar Caldwell County high School. the 2012 Christmas parade. ground for reconstruction of
The city of Dawson Springs mentary SBDM Council voted General and will create several The 37th Great American Updated signage is be- an interchange for the com-
participated in the 2012 Ken- unanimously to add a third kin- additional jobs. Smokeout took place this week. ing installed along 38 miles monwealth’s newest interstate
tucky Historic Preservation dergarten class after fall break Melissa Knight was ap- Tobacco use is the world’s most of Interstate 69 through Lyon, highway — I-69.
Conference. A tour of the city as a result of large numbers of pointed to a seat on the Dawson preventable cause of disease. Caldwell and Hopkins coun- The Dawson Springs Ju-
was conducted, and a work- students. The added class will Springs Board of Education Nov. 21 — The Dawson ties. nior-Senior High SBDM Coun-
shop on preservation of old be taught by Holly Peters. This by Kentucky Commissioner Springs City Council voted to Dec. 13 — The Dawson cil addressed parental concerns
cemeteries was held in Arcadia brought about other staffi ng of Education Terry Holliday. place a stop sign at the corner Springs High School Class of about a portion of the student
Cemetery. changes and classroom reas- The vacancy was created when of South Parker and Hickory 2013 sponsored a Christmas code of conduct limiting the
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Thursday, January 10, 2013 ection
BOYS, GIRLS NOTCH WINS
EARN SECOND WIN OF SEASON
Boys Win In 2 OTs,
3 In Double Figures
It took two overtimes for the onds left. He hit the first shot took over in the fourth quarter.
Panther boys to beat Frederick but missed the second to send When he fouled out, Austin
Fraize 63-57 Saturday at Pan- the game into overtime. stepped up for us.”
ther gym for their second win The Panthers again went Fambrough led all scorers
of the season against 11 losses. ahead with very little time left with 24 points while Basham
Frederick Fraize fell to 2-13. when Stevens hit a layup and scored 23 in a losing effort.
The Panthers led 13-10 af- free throw with 5 seconds left, Stevens added 19 for the
ter the first quarter, but could putting the Panthers ahead by Panthers while Chapple scored
manage only four points in the three at 53-50. 13.
second to fall behind 24-17 at But the game wasn’t meant “If they play like they did in
the half. to be over yet. The Aces’ Bryce the second half for the rest of
“That is not a good offen- Basham swished a 3-pointer at the season, we will be tough to
sive half for us,” Panther coach the buzzer to time the game and beat,” Miller said.
Jeff Miller said. send it to another extra period.
However, the Panther of- In the second overtime the PANTHERS FG FT F TP
fense came alive in the third Panthers were ahead 57-55 Smiley 2 1 5 5
quarter and the defense held when Colton Chapple hit one of Fambrough 7 9 5 24
the Aces to just two points for two free throws but rebounded Chapple 5 2 2 13
a 30-26 lead entering the fourth his own miss and was fouled. Stevens 7 4 4 19
quarter. He again hit one of two for a T. Puckett 0 0 3 0
This is where the game be- four-point Panther lead. Simpson 0 0 1 0
came much more interesting. The final score came when B. Puckett 0 2 4 2
The Panthers fell behind Chapple hit a layup in the clos- Adams 0 0 1 0
45-44 late in the game when ing seconds. TOTALS 21 18 25 63 TAYLEr mILLS lunges for the basketball in the Panthers’ win Saturday over Frederick
Austin Stevens connected on “As usual, my guys gave it Fraize. Other Panthers pictured are (from left) Andie mills, Hannah Winters and Lauren
a jumper with 6 seconds left to everything they had,” Miller 3-point goals: Fambrough, menser.
give the Panthers the lead. said. Chapple, Stevens
However, Aces sophomore “In the second half we start- CONFIDENCE-BUILDER
guard Aaron Gamble was ed going inside to Tré Fam- F. Fraize 10 24 26 45 53 57
fouled on a shot with 0.3 sec- brough and Austin Stevens. Tré Panthers 13 17 30 45 53 63
Girls Win 59-15
The second win of the sea- Tayler Mills leading all scorers tory.Frederick Fraize fell to
son came easily for the Panther with 14 points. Elizabeth Black 0-9.
girls Saturday as they defeated and Shelby Loney each scored “The last five of six games,
Frederick Fraize 59-15. 13. Hannah Winters came off even though we haven’t won
The Panthers jumped to a the bench to score eight. them all, I’ve seen a lot of
14-4 first quarter advantage and “We did a lot of fouling,” positive things from our girls,”
never looked back, pushing out Peyton said. “I told them at Peyton said. “It’s a lot more fun
to a 33-9 lead at the half. halftime to lay off the fouls, for the girls when they see we
Shutting out the Aces in the and we came out and continued can play with other teams even
third quarter propelled the Pan- to foul.” when we don’t win.”
thers to a 55-9 lead entering the The Panthers were called for The Panthers made only
final period. 23 fouls. seven of 16 free throws for 44
“The girls get a lot of con- “I’m happy to get the win, percent. The Aces weren’t that
fidence from a game like this,” but we have to perform against good, making nine of 28 for 32
Panther coach Erik Peyton said. any team and stay focused. percent.
Three players scored in dou- The Panthers improved to “I was proud of all the bench
ble figures for the winners with 3-9 on the season with the vic- players that came in and gave
their effort,” Peyton said. “I’m
glad when we can get them into
the game.”
The bench contributed 17
points.
PANTHERS FG FT F TP
T. Mills 6 2 3 14
Black 5 3 3 13
Loney 6 1 3 13
Menser 1 0 0 2
Robinson 0 0 3 0
Al. Mills 1 0 2 2
Miller 2 1 1 5
An. Mills 0 0 3 0
Cotton 1 0 1 2
Bruch 0 0 1 0
Winters 4 0 2 8
Woolsey 0 0 1 0
TOTALS 26 7 23 59
ELIZAbETH bLACK drives to the basket in the Panthers’
win Saturday. At left is teammate Tiki robinson. F. Fraize 4 9 9 15
Photo by Mike Howton Panthers 14 33 55 59
Girls Pound Crittenden
For 2nd Win In A Row
COLTON CHAPPLE puts up a shot Tré F AmbrOugH led all Dawson Springs
against Caldwell County in a 7th District scorers with 24 points Saturday as the Pan-
game last Friday. thers claimed their second win of the season.
For the first time since last the horn sounded and the long “In the first half we weren’t fo-
Photo by Mike Howton Photo by Mike Howton January, the Panthers girls have shot that swished was waved cused. In the fourth quarter we
back-to-back wins. off. played like we are capable of
Panthers Suffer Loss The Panthers traveled to Peyton told his girls he playing. I want them to be fo-
Marion where they came from thought the basket going in was cused for a full game.”
behind to defeat Crittenden fate telling the girls they were Neither team shot free
County 32-24 Monday. This going to win. throws well. The Panthers
To District Foe Caldwell
came on the heels of Satur- “I think they got some con- made eight of 15 for 53 per-
day’s home win over Frederick fidence out of that shot even cent, while the Rockets made
Fraize. though it didn’t count,” he said. six of 14 for 43 percent.
The Panthers lost their first run midway through the period “To me, the score doesn’t Last year Fort Campbell and Mills, the Panthers’ lead- The Panthers meet Mad-
game of 2013 to district-foe pulled the Panthers to within reflect the game we played. We Hopkins County Central were ing scorer, hadn’t scored in the isonville-North Hopkins at
Caldwell County 60-32 at seven again at 30-23. pulled our guys out early in the the victims. game to that point, but turned home Friday as part of a boy/
home Friday night. It was all Caldwell County fourth quarter to be rested for The Rockets took the lead on for three fourth-quarter bas- girl doubleheader. They then
Neither team came out look- after that. The Tigers pushed tomorrow’s game.” early and held the Panthers at kets to finish with six points. face University Heights Acad-
ing as if they wanted to score their lead to 42-23 scoring 12 The Panthers’ record slipped bay until the beginning of the The Panthers scored 12 in emy at home Monday in the
as the game was tied 3-3 with straight points to close the third to 1-11 with the loss. The Ti- fourth quarter, leading 6-5 after the final eight minutes while opening round of the All “A”
under a minute to play in the quarter. gers won for the fourth time the opening period and hanging holding the Rockets to only Classic.
first quarter. Caldwell County “We came out playing great against 10 losses. on to a 15-12 halftime advan- one point to win the game go- The following night a home
then scored six points with four defense,” Panther coach Jeff tage. ing away. game is scheduled against Fort
of them scored with less than a Miller said. “But then half our PANTHERS FG FT F TP The halftime lead stayed “When we took the lead we Campbell.
second left on the clock to take team ran out of gas. I blame Smiley 2 2 3 6 at three with the third quarter started attacking the basket,”
a 9-3 lead at the end of the first that on having so many days off Fambrough 4 3 2 12 coming to a close. With sec- Peyton said. “Lauren (Menser) PANTHERS FG FT F TP
period. during Christmas break.” Chapple 0 2 2 2 onds remaining in the half and needs to do that when it’s avail- T. Mills 3 0 1 6
The Tigers went on a run Fambrough and Austin Ste- Stevens 4 1 3 12 the Panthers behind by three, able.” Black 2 4 3 8
to start the second quarter, vens led the Panthers in scoring T. Puckett 0 0 2 0 Elizabeth Black took the in- Menser and Black each fin- Loney 2 0 3 4
stretching the Panthers’ deficit with 12 points each. B. Puckett 0 0 3 0 bounds pass and gave it to Tay- ished with eight points to lead Menser 2 4 4 8
to 22-10 before a 2-pointer and The Tigers’ Tez Sivils led all TOTALS 10 8 15 32 ler Mills. the Panthers in scoring. Along Robinson 3 0 1 6
a 3-pointer by Tré Fambough scorers with 16 points. 3-point goals: Fambrough, Ste- “She drilled it from three- with Mills, Tiki Robinson also Winters 0 0 1 0
cut the lead to 22-15 on the way “We had a lot of turnovers, vens, 3 quarter court,” Panther coach scored six while Shelby Loney TOTALS 12 8 13 32
to a 26-15 halftime score. mostly in the second half when Erik Peyton said, “and the of- added four points.
The Panthers again came out we started getting tired,” Miller Caldwell Co. 9 26 42 60 ficials waved it off.” “The difference in the game Panthers 5 12 20 32
cold in the third quarter until a said. Panthers 3 15 23 32 The score was 23-20 after was our focus,” Peyton said. Crittenden Co. 6 15 23 24
B2 The Dawson springs progress Thursday, January 10, 2013
Gold Standard Reset, Belongs In Jefferson County
have honeymoon time and opportuni- Fresh breeze north Carolina state and Mississippi
S I K
portS n entucKy ty to re-cast football, get up to at Kentucky state respectively in bowl games, to
Louisville’s level. wrap up school record seasons.
here came a fresh breeze for UK
remember, the team UofL embar - Vandy defeated northwestern in
basketball fans last weekend.
price of bul- √ And, as geographically illogical rassed in new orleans is same september and was set to host the
in front of espn cameras Dakari
lion is up, way as it is, Louisville will be a Tobacco Florida that collared Kentucky 38-0 wildcats in nashville in 2013, but
Johnson chose Kentucky over
up. The gold road program next year. in september. cancelled because the ’Dores had five
georgetown and syracuse. The 6-10,
standard, defined √ Oh, and Rick Pitino’s horse Charlie strong needed three years non-seC games schedule.
250-pounder’s reasons made the big
by Kentucky’s avare won $75 grand at santa anita to meld credibility-to-recruit, think Vandy also canceled a game at
kid’s college pick special.
Mitch Barnhart last week. big time, then win big time, and carry ohio state next season.
Why Kentucky? Johnson skipped
last year, has gold standard stuff. momentum into next season.
the mercenary. “Kentucky can get me
been re-set and among the revenue-makers ... Why can’t Kentucky do the same? to the league!” line, stayed politically Milestone Mabry
belongs in √ Charlie Strong, aside from a lit- √ Basketball. UK recruiting suc- correct — wants to win a national pleasure ridge park’s Dale Mabry
Jefferson County. tle Tennessee waltz, walked the walk cess is the gold standard in college championship. and likes the idea of entered Ball Coaches golden Circle
BoB Watkins a s we head and his Cardinals put a gloss on an hoops. Yet, since UK fans expect coaches pushing him, make him bet- last week, and solidified his hall of
into mid-winter, 11-2 season by thrashing a bunch of national titles, their teams have only ter. Fame resume.
University of Louisville athletics is guys and handful of hooligans one in four years. Best part? “... I’m a good team- our state’s third high school bas-
on a hot streak that dazzles the mind dressed up as Florida Gators. will 25 percent satisfy the faith- mate,” he said. “i’m a good person on ketball coach to reach 800 wins,
of even the most ardent fan in Big √ Next? Quarterback Teddy ful? and off the floor.” Mabry’s name is in distinguished
Blue nation. Bridgewater is already a heisman only one player, as John Calipari Then came the magic and that company with william Kean and
Trophy candidate. Treat to come:
√ UofL has a Sugar Bowl trophy calls them, has been at UK long causes Kentucky fans to fall in love. Billy hicks.
and $17 million dollars (before the watch progress and media gush over enough to put the word experience on The smile. r eactions to his milestone, Mabry
Big east takes its cut). hopeful Bridgewater and heisman his resume. Thanks to Maysville, and showed proper modesty and good
√ Rick Pitino’s team survived holder Johnny Manziel, Texas a&M. Billy Clyde gillispie, Darius Miller Bowl notes wit, “... just means i’ve been around
arch-rival Kentucky, is ranked in the √ Pitino’s team, led by a senior stands as alone as role model deluxe. too long,” he told a television report-
and five juniors, is on track to a no. 1 • Ohio State, Alabama and ...
top five, and hasn’t lost a game since Miller has the big triple — nCaa Louisv ille will be in the top five out er.
seed in March, but also produced a
before Thanksgiving. title ring, college degree and regular of the chute next season. and, four Mabry credited assistants Larry
record 3.41 team gpa last semester.
√ Kentucky Mr. Football, James nBa paychecks. games into the season, three at home, Kihnley and Mike Baxter and all
Quick is staying home. The MVp Football, a bowl win, basketball, Bottom line? the Cards should have completed its those who played at prp during his
rankings, gpa and recruiting.
from Armed Forces Bowl, will sign Kentucky needs new emphasis on pre-league patsy-portion 4-0 — ohio 32 years.
we know where the gold standard
with Louisville next month instead of name on front of jersey and less U., eastern Kentucky, (at) Kentucky Mabry’s success is as much about
is in our Commonwealth and where it
ohio state. isn’t. about Cal’s crow, “at Kentucky it’s and Florida International. consistency as 800 wins. In PRP’s
√ UofL’s women’s basketball team all about the players.” • Grand Lesson. Florida’s humilia- last seven seasons, the panthers won
was 12-3 last week and ranked no. Kentucky basketball has been tion in the sugar Bowl is worth a more than 20 games six times. The
Kentucky
11. about more than players, and more video for every coach who gets his panthers won the state championship
From the Add On Dept. while University of Kentucky than an nBa farm team for more team bowl eligible and needs a pre- in 1989.
√ A few streets over from Belknap fans have paid more for less (foot- than seven decades. game speech. “gentlemen, you’re Dale Mabry has not “stayed too
campus, scotty Davenport’s ball) and (nBa D-League) home bas- The program’s real owners are about to see what happens when you long,” but has devoted 32 years of
Bellarmine basketball team is unbeat- ketball games, maybe Jefferson millions of fans of all ages who buy go home for Christmas and only your life to school and community.
en in a dozen games. County gold standard, instead of tickets, merchandise and, most of all, silhouette comes back.” What higher tribute?
√ Charlie Strong has a commit being resented, should be a model invest love and respect for student- • Sa-LUTE to Vanderbilt and and so it goes.
already from Trinity high school’s worth study and imitation. athletes who want to play basketball northwestern. The Commodores You can reach Bob Watkins at
next quarterback. √ Mark Stoops and Neal Brown where it is revered most, in Kentucky. (9-4) and wildcats (10-3) walloped [email protected].
Resolutions For Better Hunting And Fishing In 2013
By Lee McLellan is the best time of year to buy a quality spinning, baitcast or fly
K A
reel. Manufacturers introducing new models often unload the old-
entucKy fIeld
it’s the time of year for resolutions that make us feel good for a er models at fire sale prices in January and February. The clear-
few days after making them, but lie in the junk heap of our actions ance reels are just fine, considered the newest and latest model last
by Valentine’s Day. a vehicle towing a boat gets horrid gas mileage, often 12 miles summer. Check the clearance pages on web sites of large catalog
For those who love to hunt and fish, a few resolutions for next per gallon or less. This expense in combination with the cost of outfitters and you’ll be surprised at the deals you’ll find on high
year that should be kept will make each hunting or fishing trip boat gas makes a day at the lake easily a three figure expense for end reels and rods. The performance difference between a reel
much better in 2013. the boat owner. By helping offset this cost, you remove some of at the low end of the market and one from the high end is night
Bring a good lunch: it is amazing how much planning goes the financial stress on the boat owner and move into prime posi- and day. You’ll enjoy the high end equipment much more. You
into hunting or fishing trips. Buying the correct shotshells, replac- tion for a return invite. get what you pay for in fishing equipment more than any other
ing shot-through duck decoys, searching every tackle store within Use the winter downtime for extensive equipment maintenance recreational gear.
100 miles for a card of the jigs that fooled the 6-pounder last year; and repair: The stretch of winter from the first of January until The much longer service life of the quality reel saves money
these are the things hunters and anglers routinely do before a trip. early March usually brings a strong bout of cabin fever for the in the long run. as anglers gain experience, they want the perfor-
after all of that trouble to get everything in line for the special hunter or angler. Dreary winter days are great for the time-con- mance features of the higher quality equipment. a common mis-
day, many hunters and anglers pick up their lunch at the conve- suming major maintenance on your rifles, shotguns and fishing take is starting out buying the cheapest stuff on the market, then
nience store on their way to the woods, field or lake. Buying lunch reels. Completely break down and clean your shotguns and rifles. buying a marginally more expensive reel as experience demands
at such an establishment empowers our worst desires, so the meal The trigger assembly often gets overlooked during the routine before stepping up to a quality reel. if you save and buy a normally
consists of a can of Vienna sausages, candy bars, a pack or two of cleaning of hunting season. Take this time to disassemble, inspect, expensive reel at half price on clearance, you’ll avoid the cost of
cheese crackers and soda to wash it down. clean and lubricate the trigger assembly. buying the cheaper reels and enjoy your fishing days much more.
save money and improve nutritional value by making a good remove the handle and spool on your spinning reels. Use high This same progression often occurs with fishing rods as well.
lunch at home before leaving on your trip. a peanut butter, banana quality reel oil and grease; those that form a molecular bond to The light weight, sensitivity and casting performance of a fishing
and sunflower seed sandwich on a firm, whole grain bread lasts all the metal work extremely well. Clean and oil the main shaft that rod from a quality manufacturer blows away the cheap rod off the
day without a cooler. Bring along a mixture of nuts in a sandwich holds the spool. apply a drop or two of oil to the roller bearing on department store rack. Look for great deals on rods right now as
bag along with some beef jerky for a protein boosting snack and your bail and to the handle shaft. remove the side plate and apply well as on breathable waders, wade boots and rain gear.
some fresh fruit. This lunch, instead of highly processed mystery one of the new reel cleaning solutions to dissolve old grease and Really good fishing sunglasses make a huge difference in see-
meats with sugary junk food as a side, will give the energy needed remove debris. pour out the gunk and let the inside of the reel dry. ing under the surface of the water and protecting eyes from UV
in late afternoon when the 7-pounder strikes or the 10-pointer ap- remember to lightly grease the worm gear at the bottom of the rays emitted by the sun. The lenses on the better fishing sunglasses
pears from a thicket near your stand. reel and drive gear toward the spool. oil the bearing assemblies. offer much greater clarity and they also retain their comfort all day
respect those who mentor or offer their equipment: when on baitcasting reels, remove the spool assembly, usually via a long. Look for excellent deals on fishing sunglasses right now.
someone mentors a hunter or angler or loans them equipment, turnkey on the reel’s side plate. Clean any debris from the exterior instead of discarding your new Year’s r esolutions before
they give a gift to the future of these arts. show appreciation for of the reel with a toothbrush soaked in rubbing alcohol. Clean spring, use these to make your hunting and fishing trips much
the gift by offering to buy lunch for the mentor or give a small gift the inside of the pinion gear on the side opposite the turnkey and more productive and enjoyable in 2013.
to those who lent you a shotgun or quality fishing rod. If someone clean the spool assembly. oil the spool bearing or bushing if so
offers you a spot on the back of their boat, give them gas money equipped. never grease the spool shaft or you’ll adversely affect
or make lunch for both of you. with the price of gas at or near all the freespool performance of the reel. it will also make a funny
time highs, a day at the lake quickly turns expensive for the boat noise when casting if you grease the spool shaft.
owner. Upgrade fishing equipment with winter clearance sales: This
Smokeless
Public Meetings Set On Proposed Ban
tobacco use
On Boat Access Near Locks, Dams
is targeted
The U.s. army Corps of engineers set two and favors a compromise for boat access when
public meetings in Kentucky for January to in- water conditions are safe.
in an effort to help anglers
form the public about implementation of plans “The below dam restrictions will signifi-
quit using smokeless tobacco,
to restrict boat access near locks and dams on cantly impact anglers, especially below Lake
Luke and hooch herbal snuff
the Cumberland river and all of its tributaries. Cumberland and Lake Barkley,” said ron
is offering two cans of hooch
The first meeting will be from 6-8 p.m. at Brooks, director of fisheries for Kentucky Fish
snuff for shipping and handling
the Badgett playhouse Theater in grand riv- and wildlife. “Both of these areas support ma-
($3.50). requesters will receive
ers tonight (Thursday, Jan. 10). The second jor recreational fisheries that will be negatively
two cans of hooch — one of
meeting is in somerset Jan. 24. affected by these restrictions.”
wintergreen and one can of
The new restrictions are based on a 1996 The economic value of the recreational
classic.
policy that prohibits water bound access to fishery below Lake Barkley is more than $3
hooch herbal snuff is a
areas above and below dams. This will im- million annually. The area below Lake Cum-
non-tobacco alternative to
pact Martin’s Fork, Laurel River, Barkley and berland supports the highest catch rate and
smokeless tobacco.
Cumberland lakes in Kentucky. harvest of trout in the entire 75-mile stretch
a prize pack will be given
The Kentucky Department of Fish and of the Cumberland river from the dam to the
away to one lucky quitter.
wildlife resources opposes these restrictions Tennessee state line.
The prize pack will include
State Plans To Hire 15 Conservation Officers an autographed Luke Clausen
tournament jersey, and a box
applications are being accepted for conser- ficer Recruit” from the job title pull-down box. of tackle from Z-Man Fishing
vation officers at the Kentucky Department of recruits must pass a written test, physical and Megabass. The prize pack
Fish and Wildlife Resources. fitness test, swimming test, oral interview, psy- is valued at over $500. To be
“we’re going to hire 15 recruits,” said chological and drug screen, polygraph, back- eligible to win the prize pack,
Hank Patton, director of Kentucky Fish and ground review and medical evaluation to be post a photo with yourself
wildlife’s Law enforcement Division. “w e considered for selection. and a can of hooch to Luke H I
have positions open in Bath, Butler, Carroll, “once hired, recruits must successfully Clausen’s Facebook page arned nsurance
Christian, Cumberland, Elliott, Fulton, Grant, complete the 12-week Kentucky Fish and (Facebook.com/LukeClausen).
Jessamine, Johnson, Kenton, Lewis, Magoffin, wildlife academy,” said patton. all photo submissions must be a , I .
Taylor and warren counties.” “Any recruit who is not already a certified received by Feb 15. In addition gency nc
applicants must be 21 years old, possess peace officer must also complete the Depart- to Clausen’s prize pack, hooch
a valid driver’s license, meet educational re- ment of Criminal Justice Training’s 18-week is giving away a T-shirt a day
quirements or have experience in related fields. Basic Law enforcement academy,” said pat- to people who have liked their 101 W. Arcadia Ave. • P.O. Box 428
recruits are not hired as full-time employees ton. “once these courses are completed, re- Facebook page.
Dawson Springs, KY 42408
until they pass a series of tests and successfully cruits go through 16 weeks of field training. To receive your two free
complete training requirements. The first step That’s where we evaluate them on their ability cans, for the price of shipping [email protected]
in the 46-week process is to submit an applica- to enforce fish and wildlife laws.” ($3.50) at http://HoochSnuff.
tion online at www.personnel.ky.gov. applica- Conservation officers are sworn peace of- com by using the code
tions are being accepted through Jan. 11. ficers with statewide authority. Their primary LUKe2013. offer is valid for
To review the job posting click on “Job responsibility is the enforcement of hunting, a limited time only. winner will
seekers,” then “state Job opportunities” and fishing and boating laws of the Common- be drawn from those entered on
“search openings.” select “Conservation of- wealth. Feb. 21 at 7 p.m.