Hickman Courier, 2014-01-09

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Vol. 155 • No. 2 Thursday, January 9, 2014 75¢
No snow, 14 for ’14 in Purchase Area
A bucket list
single digit
New Year’s Day Baby 2014
temps
Cory Ramsey live at lunchtime. More food on
Courier Correspondent a plate than you could possibly
14 For ’14 - Kentucky. There’s eat. A must.
The fi rst winter storm of 2014
stuff to do. 4. Harper’s Ham. Too Well,
promised frigid temperatures
I’ve been asked to come up while we’re on food, get back
and snow. The snow failed
with a list of such things around across the river into Kentucky
to develop, but single digit
the Purchase Area (and a little and go on up to Clinton. Harp-
temperatures arrived late
beyond). As a play on the year er’s Ham is good. Just good.
Sunday night, early Monday
’14, I’ve selected 14 items to Plus the big hog rump on the
morning, with a half inch of rain
put on your docket. If you get billboard fronting 51 is worthy
falling before the temperature
all of these, let me know, and of Instagram.
dropped below freezing on
I’ll come up with 14 more. 5. Food. Hmmm. I promise
Sunday afternoon.
Note, number 14 will be kind just two more about food. Go to
In Hickman on Monday
of a generic “catch all” for you Pilot Oak and have BBQ with a
morning, Jan. 6, the temperature
to pretty much do everything. Beaver Trapper. Southern Red’s.
gauge at Darrel Tarkington’s
1. Ride the River. The Hick- Get ready for a wild time, and
residence on Liberty Street read
man-Dorena Ferry docks in great food. Plus several (um,
Hickman when the conditions several) great places to have Q
See FRIGID, page 8
allow, which is pretty much in the area. If you get this pa-
all year with a few exceptions. per in August, Fancy Farm Pic-
Riding the river is unmatched nic…
in charm. And seeing Hickman 6. Patti’s. It doesn’t even need
from the Mississippi River is a a paragraph. Ask your friend.
perspective that brings chills. 7. Stroll Downtown Pa-
It’s how the former generations ducah. Everybody goes to the
rolled into town. Mall. But when’s the last time
2. It’s Our Fault. Used to you parked the car by the Ohio
be you just hopped a boat and River and walked around the
NEW YEAR’S DAY BABY - Mary Beth Burnette was the fi rst baby born at Jackson Purchase
headed on down the river to lowertown? It’s more than just
Medical Center in Mayfi eld. The fi rst Fulton County newborn arrived at 3:31 a.m., New Year’s
New Madrid. Just barely 20 quilts. Paducah has got it going
morning. Her brother Drew Worley holds Mary Beth as big sister Lyla Burnette beams. Mary
miles from Hickman, but when on down there. It’s a time ma-
Beth weighed 6 lbs. 14 ounces and was 20 inches long. She is the daughter of Holly and
is the last time you went there, if chine in a good way.
Michael Don Burnette of Hickman, Ky. Her grandparents are Judy and Larry Myatt of Hickman
ever? It’s a small rivertown that 8. One word: Eyebrow. Plop
and Barbara and Don Burnette of Fulton, Ky. (Photo by Charlotte Smith.)
has plenty to do in a day trip, in- out a map and visit the offbeat
cluding museums, eateries, and places around. Monkey’s Eye-
an overlook of the river you had brow? Possum Trot? Cuba? Os-
to cross to get there. Plus you car? New York? Yep. Fun photo
get to stand on the New Madrid ops within a gas tank or two.
Faultline. 9. Kentucky Bend. Tourists
3. Lambert’s. While you’re drive from all over Kentucky to
in Missouri, go on over to Lam- visit the part of the Common-
bert’s and catch a roll or several wealth one has to go through
in Sikeston. Open since the 40s,
SINGLE DIGITS - This tempera- and ragtime piano is still played See BUCKET, page 8
ture gauge at Darrel Tarkington’s
house was showing less than 10
degrees Monday morning. (Pho-
to by Christina Corrigan.)
THIS
WEEK
obituaries
Douglas “Doug”
McClure
River Stage Forecasts
Ohio River at Cairo, Ill.
Wednesday, Jan. 8 – 33.1
Thursday, Jan. 9 – 31.3 NEUTRALIZING THE ATTACKER - Fulton County Schools personnel (l to r) Sarah Choate, Karl Flood,
Friday, Jan. 10 – 29.2 and Michael Cole take down a would-be attacker during an Active Shooter Survival Training Scenario
Saturday, Jan. 11 – 27.8 held at Fulton County Elementary/Middle School on Friday, Jan. 3. (Photo by Charlotte Smith.)
Sunday, Jan. 12 – 27.1
Active Shooter Survival Training could save a life
Inside This Week
Charlotte Smith to kill people in a confi ned scenarios when previously they
Space and Flight at DPA ..Page 2 Editor space or populated area is an were only allowed one option.
Stowe Ray Arrives ........Page 3 Memories of what happened active shooter,” Brent White “That option was to hide, seek
ICE SCULPTURE - Damyen Goodrich and Thorne Massey are
52-Week Challenge ......Page 4 on December 14, 2012, are said as he described an active shelter,” he said. “Since the
shown at Reelfoot Lake on Monday, Jan. 6. Ice spray has trans-
Obit/Police/Sheriffs ......Page 5 still active in many peoples shooter. White was one of the fall of 2012, before Newtown, formed cypress trees into beautiful ice sculptures. (Photo submitted
minds. No one wants to see a many key members who led the we were developing a pilot
Feast of the Epiphany .....Page 6 by Jamie Goodrich.)
Sandy Hook (Newtown, Conn.) instruction and scenario training program that has options for
FCHS Basketball ..........Page 7
shooting in their own school. process last Friday. them to consider. Hopefully
Star Gazing .................Page 8 Support on the rise for a
On Friday, Jan. 3, the Fulton White informed all having more than one approach
County School System received participants that they would can save a life.”
Active Shooter Training in leave the training with the ability Hickman Police Chief Tony smoke-free Kentucky
Local Weather conjunction with Kentucky to hopefully see that there are Grogan felt it was benefi cial
State Police, Fulton County no patterns to what happens, but for the teachers to participate
Thu
1/9 40/35 Sheriff’s Offi ce, Hickman Police that those who engage in these in the exercise. “I was happy to Currently there are 26 states is coming from non-smokers
Snowshowersearly.Highsinthe Department and Fulton Police types of shootings are “rarely support it,” he said. “It allowed and the District of Columbia and former smokers. Among
low40sandlowsinthemid30s. Department. Administrators, impulsive and that they are me to see the way the teachers
with comprehensive smoke- those who have never smoked,
teachers and support staff are well-planned events.” would feel in this situation.”
free laws. The laws cover all 8 in 10 (84%) favored a smoke-
Fri 51/46 often the fi rst line of defense Realizing that these shooters Grogan and fellow offi cers Ray workplaces, including bars and free law, while 7 in 10 former
1/10 when it comes to dealing with have to be stopped, White and Smith and Ryan Amberg, also restaurants. At this time, the smokers (72%) also supported
Fewshowers.Highsinthelow50s an active shooter in a school. other law enforcement know were on site during the training
andlowsinthemid40s. “An individual actively that it is important that the exercise. state of Kentucky does not have the law.
a comprehensive smoke-free Even some Kentucky adults,
engaged in killing or attempting school staff be trained for these White wanted the staff to
law. nearly 4 in 10 (38%) favored
Sat achieve a survival mindset
54/37 City sticker violators be on alert According to a Kentucky a state-wide smoke-free
1/11 and also build confi dence
Health Issues Poll law.
Showers.Highsinthemid50sand in themselves to handle the
lowsintheupper30s. (KHIP) released C o u r i e r
There is a city ordinance in Chief Tony Grogan. “If you re- situation, if it were ever to
earlier this month, F a c e b o o k
Hickman that requires all resi- ceive a warning citation there arise. “Just because one door is
Kentucky adults Friend Barbara
S1/u12n 55/38 dine nthcee caintdy tlhimosiets w ohf oH wicokrmk awni,t ha-t iass nyoo aud dpiutirocnhaals ec hyaroguer asst ilcoknegr ctolo secdo,n sthideerer, ”a rea dodtheedr oWpthioitnes. are leaning more Hopper says
Occasional showers possible. least three days a week to pur- within seven days.” Violators “However, we do hope it is the and more toward she is in favor
Highsinthemid50sandlowsin supporting a of Kentucky
theupper30s. chase a city sticker. If purchased who fail to purchase their stick- best training that they will never
smoke-free law. A implementing a
by the deadline of May 1, the ers once they receive a warning have to use.”
recent KHIP poll comprehensive
stickers are only $10. Currently, citation will be cited and placed “The teachers previously
M1/1o3n 53/32 if you have not purchased one, in the court system. Costs could didn’t receive this type of s7t atiens 1t0h at Kennetaurclyk y “Wsmatockhei-nfgre e ltawwo,
Cloudsgivingwaytosun.Highsin they are $17.50. then exceed $100 for the cost of training,” agreed Grogan. adults (65%) favored a sisters die from
thelow50sandlowsinthelow Those in violation of this or- the sticker and court fees. “They seemed to get a lot from
30s. statewide smoke-free law, lung cancer, caused by
dinance can and will be issued Chief Grogan and his offi cers participating in the scenario-
©2009AmericanProfileHometownContent while fewer than 1 in 3 (29%) smoking, and my daughter who
Service a city sticker violation warning are planning another sweep of based training.”
opposed a law and 6% had no has COPD and asthma, as well
citation. “We issued 33 warning city sticker violators in the near Safety is paramount and as
opinion. They add that support as other family members with
citations during the weekend future. long as schools are targeted,
for this law has consistently breathing problems, it might
of December 28 and Decem- Stickers can be purchased at
increased since 2010.
ber 29,” stated Hickman Police City Hall. See SURVIVAL, page 5 Of course, the greatest support See SMOKE, page 8
Page 2 The Hickman Courier • January 9, 2014
January is Space and Flight month at DPA
The Hickman Courier
The Voice of Hickman and Fulton County
Charlotte Smith - Editor By GLENDA CAUDLE fun and accessible. Access will be available from 10 Center in Huntsville, Ala.
Special from the Messenger, Space exhibit and more a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesdays through Dr. Lionel Crews from UT-
Barbara Atwill - Business manager
Union City, Tenn. Beginning Tuesday and Sundays in January for those Martin will host a star gazing
Discovery Park of America continuing through the end of who have paid for entry to DPA. opportunity on the Great Lawn
Established in 1859. The oldest newspaper in West Kentucky.
will be kicking off 2014 with the month, there will be a free Among the items on exhibit at DPA Jan. 10 from 6-8. This
a new month-by-month focus temporary space exhibit in the will be a seat used by astronauts
Turning Back The Clock
on special topics and ideas that ATA Traveling Exhibit Hall. and provided by the U.S. Space
See SPACE, page 5
are sure to generate interest
25 Years Ago across the area, according to
Reader Information
April 20, 1989 a spokesman for the multi-
Obituaries: Eddie Matlock Huey, 55; Mrs. Mattie Copeland, 88; million dollar 50-acre complex The Hickman Courier is
and Margie Ruth Davis, 66. on Union City’s northwest side. published each Thursday in
• January will be Space and Hickman, Ky., by Magic Valley
Ralph Wayne Adams was selected as “Fireman of the Month” for Flight Month at DPA and the fun Publishing and delivered as a
April by members of the Hickman Volunteer Fire Department. will begin with a visit from Janet periodical. All mail should be
• Ivey, the host of Janet’s Planet addressed to Post Office Box
Pictured: City Manager Harold Garrison is shown pointing to the interactive PBS TV program 70, Hickman, KY 42050.
recent sliding on Magnolia Street, which is getting worse day by and web site at http://www. Yearly subscriptions rates are: in
day. The slide is now over halfway across the street. An arrow is janetsplanet.com/#/connect. Obion and Weakley counties in
pointing to the huge piece of blacktop that fell last week. The slid- Ms. Ivey, who is from Tenn. - $25.00; in Fulton, Hickman
ing is threatening residences nearby as well as the Hickman Health Covington, was in the ATA and Graves counties in Kentucky -
Department, Hickman Police, Fire and Ambulance Department, Traveling Exhibit Room in $25.00; Elsewhere in Kentucky -
two libraries, Fulton County Board of Education, City of Hickman Discovery Center Friday and $44.00; and all other locations
water storage tanks and other residences. All area residents are ur- Saturday. On Sunday, she $44.00.
gently requested to write their senators and congressmen asking greeted visitors for her special Tax is included on Kentucky
subscriptions.
them to help with this situation. program, “Tour of the Solar
NO REFUNDS
• System.”
Pictured: The 1989 Fulton County baseball team is shown and There was a $5 charge for ADVERTISING ERRORS
includes front row (l to r) Scotty Williams, Jason Morris, John Co- this event for those who have Liability for advertising errors
chrum, Larry Don Jones, Jeff Eakes, Heath Carlton; second row (l memberships or have purchased is limited to reprinting that
to r) David Singleton, Kevin Crider, Scotty Johnson, Sean Caldwell, admission, with a limit of 200 portion of the advertisement
Roger Dunn, Stevie Morris; back row (l to r) Kevin Freeman, David visitors per session. A free craft that is in error. All advertise-
Floyd, Coach McNeil, Matt Gardner, Bryan Harrison, Frankie Mor- activity related to space will be ments are assumed to be
ris and bad boy Brad Carlton. offered for children, following checked on first insertion. This
• the presentation by Ms. Ivey. newspaper assumes no liability
Miss Amy Turnbow, daughter of Mary Sue and Tommy Turnbow The fi ve-time Gracie Award- for errors after the first insertion.
of Union City, has been named an All-American Scholar by the winning actress, who can also
The newspaper is on sale each
United States Achievement Academy. claim 12 Emmy awards, appears
Wednesday at these locations:
on more than 140 PBS stations
Hickman - E.W. James & Sons, Little
50 Years Ago and hosts her own live theater General #53, Medcare Pharmacy,
July 9, 1964 experience that utilizes multi- MeMaw’s, Pat’s Red Door Salon, River
A fi erce wind, lightning and wind storm caused considerable media and experiential learning City Liquors, Roger’s Tire & Lube,
damage in Hickman Monday morning. A tree in CW Morrow yard in a program encouraging Senior Citizens Center, Miss Martha’s,
and inside Dollar General
on Troy Road fell during the storm but no one seems to know if wind scientifi c literacy.
Cayce - Cayce Cafe, Cayce
or lightning caused the damage. Lightning struck the Fulton County Students from kindergarten Junction, and Cayce Oil & Lube
Courthouse and caused: the lights to go out, roofi ng material to be through fi fth grade will be Fulton - Evans Drug, Pockets,
damaged, the clock tower to be damaged and the Sheriff’s radio to especially fascinated by the Hunter’s One Stop, Pic Pac, The
go on the blink. Deputy Sheriff Edward Clark said custodian, Wil- production, although it is a SPACE PLACE — Discovery Park of America will be focusing on Fulton Leader, and inside Walmart
liam Lewis Clark, was talking about going up to the clock tower a show that can be enjoyed by all, places above ground level all during the month of January. Space Union City - Skaggs Gro.
and Flight Month at DPA will feature hands-on opportunities for all Jordan - Jordan Store
few minutes before the castrophe but decided to postpone the trip. a spokesman said. ages, helicopter fl ights, stargazing, meetings with astronauts and 270-236-3412 Phone
Hickman residents are still complaining that lightning struck sev- The show, “Janet’s Planet,” 270-236-2726 Phone and Fax
eral of their major appliances. was created in 2000 and airs as the chance to see items that have a history in America’s space E-mail us at [email protected]
program, such as this fl ight suit that will be moved from its current USPS: 243-200
• short episodes nationwide. Each POSTMASTER:
storage space to an area where fans of fl ight of all ages can enjoy it
The Fulton County Board of Health appointed Mrs. Marian White production features unique, Send address changes to:
public health nurse at last Thursday’s meeting. Mrs. White will as- innovative and interactive very soon. Sprucing up the display case and discussing plans for the The Hickman Courier
sume her new duties Jan. 1, 1965. Mrs. J.A. Fisher will continue as approaches that make science exhibit which will open this weekend are DPA docents Lillie Vallee of P.O. Box 70
Union City and Rob Finley of Cayce, Ky. Hickman, KY 42050-0070
public health nurse through December 31.
75 Years Ago
July 14, 1939
The dream for electric lights,
power and the use of electrical
appliances has at last become When a joint or bone injury slows you down, turn to the orthopedic team at Parkway Regional
a reality for the farmers of Ful-
ton and Hickman Counties. The Hospital. We understand how much you want to get back to your life. In fact, board-certified
REA project of 114 miles of line
is nearing completion, and al- orthopedic surgeon Dr. Marty Fulbright can help you do just that. With more than 15 years
ready about 94 miles have been
energized. of experience, he provides a wide range of services, including minimally invasive procedures,
•
fracture care, scopes and more. Call Dr. Fulbright for an appointment today at 270-472-8120.
Mrs. T.O. Stone of Paducah
writes that her son, Frank Stone,
who is recuperating from an in- Marty Fulbright, M.D.
Member of the Medical Staff at
jured arm at his home there, was Orthopedic Surgeon
pleasantly surprised when his
English bulldog presented him
with a litter of 10 puppies, fi ve
males and fi ve females, recent-
ly. Mrs. Stone has proof that this
a rare litter for that breed, his ParkwayRegionalHospital.com
dog have taken title from a Brit-
ish dog that was to have topped
the record with nine. The Stones
were for many years residents WHATEVER YOUR GAME, OUR
of Hickman.

ADVANCED ORTHOPEDICS
125 Years Ago
July 28, 1889
Mr. Ed Baird, for 5 or 6 years
past, a postal clerk from Nash-
ville to Hickman, has been CAN HELP YOU GET BACK IN IT.
transferred to the Nashville and
Henderson road. He is, person-
ally, a genial accommodating
and popular young man and
many Hickman friends will re-
gret the change.
•
Hickman buyers are paying
65 cents for wheat.
•
Gov. Buckner and Col.
George M. Adams are to speak
in the courthouse yard today.
•
Columbus is to have a bank
to commence operation in Janu-
ary; and also good prospects for
a roller, fl ooring mill, so says
the Forum.
Deed Transfers
The following Deed Transfers
were recorded in the offi ce
of Fulton County Clerk Betty
Abernathy December 30, 2013:
U.S. Bank National
Association, as Trustee for
Structured Asset Investment
Loan Trust Mortgages Pas-
Through Certifi cates of
Jacksonville, Fla., to Randall
Adkins of South Fulton, Tenn.,
property in Fulton County, Ky.,
value $9,000, Dec. 30, 2013.
Nelms fi les for offi ce
The last of the incumbent
Magistrates has fi led for re-
election. Billy “Bubba” Nelms
has fi led to run for re-election in
District 1.
The deadline to fi le run for of-
fi ce in the primary for a county
offi ce is January 28 at 4 p.m.
Persons interested in running
for offi ce may fi nd more infor-
mation and appropriate fi ling
forms at app.sos.ky.gov/Elec-
tionsDYC.
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The Hickman Courier • January 9, 2014 Page 3
Local authors to hold book signing January 11
Cradle Roll
Covering everything from rein- with. adventure in Hickman, Ky. with a
carnation to signs of the zodiac, Since its release, the series has supernatural twist! And I seriously Stowe Edward Ray arrives October 2
‘Walking Among Them’ promises garnered a consistent string of rave cannot wait for the third install-
to bring young readers a new and reviews. ment. This one will leave you want-
exciting paranormal escape. The Reap: “This story is so different ing more.” Alison Hitch, Amazon Thomas and Brenna (Coffey) Ray of Union City, Tenn., are delighted to announce the birth
series is already resonating with from everything I have read lately! reviewer. of a son, Stowe Edward Ray.
readers around the world. I had no idea what to expect, but Yield, the fi nal installment in Born at 3:57 a.m., on October
Young adult readers are constant- once I started reading, I couldn’t the series is now available. Watts 2, 2013, at Volunteer Hospital
ly enjoying an infl ux of new mate- put it down. It’s a love story that will be promoting and signing the in Martin, Tenn., he weighed 5
rial. However, a recently-launched transcends time. Fantastic charac- new book from 10 a.m. until noon pounds, 13 ounces and was 18.5
paranormal/supernatural series by ters! I hope there’s a sequel in the on Jan. 11 at The Looking Glass in inches long.
Misty Watts promises to top them works!” says Leah A. McCrosky, Martin, Tenn., with two other prom- His grandparents are Dennis
all, offering a compelling new take reviewing the book on Amazon. ising authors TK Carter and Micah and Quretha Coffey of Hickman,
on the workings of the Universe. Harvest: “This book is such a fun D. Gardner. Watts and Gardner are and Tommy and Tarra Ray of
‘Walking Among Them’ has read--even better than the fi rst. Let both UT Martin graduates. Woodland Mills, Tenn.
three volumes currently on the Misty Watts take you on a teenage With more books in the works, Great-grandparents are
market, ‘Reap’ is the perfect start Watts promises many upcoming Robert and Dorothy Lowery
to what promises to be a bestsell- adventures. of Hickman, the late Evelyn
ing and memorable series, followed Coffey Burcham, the late Stowe
by ‘Harvest’ and the grand fi nale Coffey, and the late Elbert
‘Yield.’ Burcham, Judy and Billy Lynch
As the author explains, her sole of Ashland City, Tenn., the late
aim was to breathe fresh new blood Grover and Barbara Armstrong,
into a popular literary genre. Stowe Edward Ray and the late Charles Ray.
The Walking Among Them se-
Local Circuit Court judge participates in
ries is a fresh look at popular young
adult paranormal and fantasy books.
With a new look at the way the uni- 2013 Circuit Judges Fall College in Lexington
verse works in regards to immortal
beings, time, reincarnation, signs of
the zodiac, loss and friendship, this Circuit Court Judge Timothy are available to us to help us civil matters involving more
series aims to bring an exciting new A. Langford, who represents better serve the public.” than $5,000, capital offenses and
twist to a genre that young readers Ballard, Carlisle, Fulton and Circuit judges also had the felonies, divorces, adoptions,
around the world are falling in love Misty Watts Micah Gardner Hickman counties, participated opportunity to attend courses termination of parental rights,
in the 2013 Circuit Judges about problem-solving courts land dispute title cases and
Camp Nelson celebrates National Historic Landmark designation
Fall College that took place such as Veterans Treatment contested probate cases.
Nov. 18-20 in Lexington. The Courts and Drug Court, The college also offered
Camp Nelson was recently plaque unveiling will be held were designated, were founded Administrative Offi ce of the substance abuse issues, search sessions specifi cally for Family
designated a National Historic at the Camp Nelson Civil War at Camp Nelson, and fi ve others Courts provided the judicial and seizure, tax delinquency, Court judges about child
Landmark by the Secretary of Heritage Park on Saturday, were stationed there, which education program for the and bankruptcy’s effect on traumatic stress and recent
the Interior as the Camp Nelson January 4, at 2 PM. Rep. Andy made it the third largest such state’s circuit judges. state court rulings. Another federal legislation on child abuse
Historic and Archaeological Barr will speak at the event along center in the nation. A refugee The judges received updates session focused on a judge’s and neglect and children in foster
District. Designations are with National Park Service camp was established to house on case law and legislation responsibilities in appointing care. Family Court is a division
provided to nationally signifi cant representative, Bill Justice, the soldiers’ families and to and attended sessions on court counsel for defendants and in of Circuit Court. In counties
historic places because they Superintendent at Abraham provide schooling and medical technology, bail, e-discovery, considering waivers of counsel that have a Family Court, the
possess “exceptional value Lincoln Birthplace National care. Camp Nelson is the and court interpreting for from defendants who want to court has primary jurisdiction in
or quality in illustrating or Historical Park. Numerous state largest such center in the nation individuals who are deaf or non- represent themselves. cases involving family issues,
interpreting the heritage of the and local representatives will be open for interpretation. English-speaking. The judges Circuit Court is the court of including divorces, adoption,
United States,” stated Gordon present at the event. Everyone Camp Nelson Civil War also heard from Chief Justice general jurisdiction that hears child support, domestic violence
Wissinger, Acting Regional is welcome to join in the Heritage Park is a cooperative of Kentucky John D. Minton Jr. and juvenile status offenses.
Director of the National Park celebration. public-private effort to preserve about trends in the state court The college included 18.75
Service Southeast Region. The Camp Nelson was established the historic resources and system. hours of continuing education
site is part of a select national 150 years ago as a directive from integrity of Camp Nelson, “While justice remains as credit for the circuit judges.
network of historic places in the President Abraham Lincoln to to restore and develop this the core of what we do, certain The AOC Division of Judicial
nation. Fewer than three percent serve a critical function to the nationally signifi cant site aspects of being a judge have Branch Education provides
of the properties listed on the Union war effort as a supply for educational purposes, changed since many of us continuing education for judges
National Register of Historic depot, recruitment center, and and to encourage heritage took offi ce,” said Jefferson and circuit court clerks.
Places are NHL’s. Jessamine hospital facility. Besides its tourism. The Camp Nelson Family Court Judge Stephen Administrative Offi ce of
County Judge-Executive Neal more general signifi cance, Education & Preservation M. George, who was elected the Courts
Cassity stated, “As owners and Camp Nelson performed a Foundation is planning for president of the Kentucky The Administrative Offi ce
managers of the Camp Nelson critical role as the supply the 150thcommemoration of Circuit Judges Association at of the Courts in Frankfort is
Civil War Heritage Park, the center and rendezvous point for the site with the anniversary the college. “Today, the makeup the operations arm for the state
Jessamine County Fiscal Court three major Union campaigns of the enlistment and training of our citizenry is different, court system. The AOC supports
is proud and honored by Camp and battles – Knoxville, TN; of the African American technology is part of everyday the activities of nearly 3,300
Nelson’s recognition as being an Saltville, VA; and Southwestern, men. The event will be held life and we’re operating under court system employees and
outstanding aspect of American VA. Camp Nelson is most September 6-7, 2014. a budget crisis. These factors 403 elected justices, judges and
history and culture.” signifi cant as the nation’s third Camp Nelson is located six affect the way judges carry out circuit court clerks. As the fi scal
To commemorate the NHL largest recruitment and training miles south of Nicholasville on our duties, and it’s important agent for the state court system,
designation, a plaque has been center for African American US 27. For further information that we use the resources that Judge Tim Langford the AOC executes the Judicial
presented by the National troops with 10,000 trained at call 859-492-3115. Visit the Branch budget.
Park Service for display at the Camp. Eight regiments of website at www.campnelson.
Camp Nelson. A ceremony U.S. Colored Troops, as the org. Senior Spirit
celebrating the designation and African American regiments
First FAFSA Night at FCHS on January 9
By Glenda Cochrum
High school seniors planning if they feel it is unlikely they fi rst-served basis to qualifi ed It is the beginning of 2014, Stay in and bundle up – Most people, valentine’s parties or
to attend college or technical will qualify for aid. students, so it is important to so I hope everyone has enjoyed people like to stay in and bundle even church events. Being pre-
school this fall should fi ll out The FAFSA asks for informa- submit the FAFSA as soon as their Christmas of last year. up by watching television and pared by making a list helps you
the Free Application for Fed- tion about income, assets and possible. Now it’s a different year with drinking hot chocolate. This avoid making extra trips to the
eral Student Aid, also called the expenses. A formula set by Con- For fastest results, KHEAA new fi ndings of yourself. With could also mean staying in to stores and keeps you from buy-
FAFSA, as soon as possible, ac- gress determines eligibility for recommends that students sub- this winter being colder, the tem- do household chores like wash- ing extra things.
cording to the Kentucky Higher federal and state aid. If the stu- mit the FAFSA online at www. perature dropped down into the ing clothes, washing dishes, Treating yourself – Some-
Education Assistance Authority dent is considered a dependent fafsa.gov. single digits so it is important to vacuuming, dusting, sweeping times you need to have time
(KHEAA). under federal guidelines, both To fi nd links to other use- be prepared. Seniors need to es- and mopping, picking up trash for yourself by just having the
Fulton County High School the student and parents must ful education websites, go to pecially take care of themselves off the fl oors, etc. Bake some whole house to yourself for
(FCHS) Seniors, senior par- provide fi nancial information. www.gotocollege.ky.gov. For and wear extra clothing when cookies for your children and one day. Go out to McDonald’s
ents, and former graduates are Nearly all students going direct- more information about Ken- they are going out anywhere. grandchildren add sprinkles, M and buy you a ham and cheese
invited to the fi rst FAFSA night ly to college from high school tucky scholarships and grants, Because of the fl u, colds, upper & M’s, and chocolate drops on on a biscuit for breakfast. Ride
on Thursday, Jan. 9 in the high are considered dependent. visit www.kheaa.com; write respiratory infections, and other the cookies. around all day by yourself so
school computer lab from 2 to Some student aid programs KHEAA, P.O. Box 798, Frank- things that we are susceptible Cooking new recipes – New no one will bother you. Start
6 p.m. Financial aid representa- have limited money and pro- fort, KY 40602; or call 800-928- to it is important to be prepared recipes for a New Year are avail- making calendars, angels, and
tives will be on campus to help vide funds on a fi rst-come, 8926, ext. 6-7372. this time of year. able for you to make at home crosses with canvases made
students and parents fi ll out the for themselves. Now is a good with yarn when you have noth-
FAFSA application (applica- Happy Birthday time to go off to the store and ing else to do.
tion to receive money to attend buy what you need for the rec- Remembering Occurrences
college). If you have questions, The Hickman Courier wishes Williams, Rodney Ervin, Allene January 19 – Julius Falkoff, ipe. Come back home get your – Remembering the occur-
call Ellen Murphy, Dean of Stu- all these good folks a very happy Ferrell, and Ray Noble White. Nancy B. James, Robert M. cooking utensils out and start rences from your present time
dents and Assistant Principal at birthday! Help make their days January 14 – Janice Andrews Davis, Jona Somerfi eld, Kevin cooking up the whole house. of last year in 2013. Family is
FCHS. more special by remembering Henderson, and Leona Hines. Perry, Justin Allen, Angie Plan your projects – Plan most important to see any time
The information on the FAF- them with a card or a phone January 15 – Billy Joe Mitchum, Casey Garrigus, and ahead for example: birthday
SA determines if students qual- call. Newton, Lynda Ludiker, Larry Sharnita Smith. parties, celebrations for other See SENIORS, page 5
ify for federal and state grants January 13 – Lisa Morrow Don Jones, Billy Allen Newton,
Poster and essay contest with a Kentucky farmer theme
and for federal student loans. McCollum, Barry Cardwell, Justin Markle, and Lawrence
Also, many colleges use the in- Beverly Cardwell Brown, “Bubba” Turner.
formation to award grants and Derrick Craddock, Porter January 16 – Timothy Markle, The Kentucky Department clothe, and shelter us. But some in printed form, accompanied by
scholarships administered by Logan Glidewell III, Larry Sherrie King, Jean David, Joan of Agriculture’s Poster and Es- of them also served in the mili- the high-resolution fi le in JPEG,
the school. Therefore, students Wayne Cagle, Darrell Vowell, Plageman, John O. Fleming, say Contest will add a category tary to protect our country,” Ag- PDF, or PNG formats.
should submit the FAFSA even Robby Hulin, Natalie JoyAnne and Chasity Nicholson. for digital submissions this year riculture Commissioner James The poster and essay con-
January 17 – Bill Cook, along with the traditional poster Comer said. “I look forward to tests also are open to students
Michael Spillers, Henry Thomas, and essay competitions. seeing how Kentucky’s young in kindergarten through grade
Kachina Specialist Direct From Artist
and Wesley Blasingim. The theme of this year’s people express themselves on 12. Statewide winners will be
January 18 – Ellise Falkoff, contest is “Kentucky Farmers how farmers are their heroes.” selected in each grade.
Rhonda Turnbow, Lydia Mudd, — Our American Heroes.” The digital category will ac- Each winner will receive
Eagle Tree Gallery Agnes Sublette, and John Robert “Kentucky farmers raise cept photos, including those $100 and will be recognized at
Hughes. animals and plants that feed, modifi ed using Photoshop, and the Kentucky Agriculture Day
original digital artwork. The Celebration in April.
ATTENTION FULTON COUNTY PROPERTY OWNERS new category will be open to all Students may submit either a
Kentucky students, kindergarten poster, essay, or digital submis-
Southwest Indian Art
Real Estate owners are required by Kentucky Law to report by through grade 12, and will pres- sion based on the contest theme.
March 1, 2014 any changes (additions/removals) made to their ent awards for the fi rst-, second, All artwork, photos, and writing
[email protected] property in 2013 that would affect the value of their property. and third-place entries state- must be exclusively student cre-
All business owners must submit a personal property tax return for wide. Entries must be submitted
See FARMER, page 8
Tangible Personal Property used in their business on Form 62A500
Museum Quality Hopi Kachinas, by May 15, 2014. (Personal, Property Tax Return Form 62A500 and New Residents to Hickman
instructions are available at www.qpublic.net/ky/fulton and in the
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Take the 52-Week Money Challenge
Sports In Kentucky
For the Hickman Courier
Charlotte Smith you do it in a jar at home. my child, by having her do
By Bob Watkins
Editor The challenge is really simple, chores to earn the money she
On New Year’s Day as I all you have to do for every will put into her jar each week.
watched Extreme Cheapskates week of the year, you save that Then she will have money to Happy New Year, Charlie you win them all by 30.” man-up time. The Cardinals
where people share bath water much in dollars. So for Week 1, spend on Christmas presents for Strong. So, in the end Louisville’s faces a six-game stretch that
and only vacuum their house you save $1….for Week 10, you her family and friends by year’s Football in Texas is like Secret Santa has gone to Texas. is polar-opposite to the cream
between the hours of midnight save $10, and so on. (See the end. football in Brazil, nationalized Last word for Strong from puff quality in November-
and 5 a.m., I wondered if there chart located below.) We have supplied you with and a little nutsy. Texas is a Kentucky? Maybe Curly Bill December.
wasn’t a better way to save If you stick with it, you charts to see how much you will nation isn’t it? And basketball is Brocius said it best to Wyatt At Yum Center UofL fans get
money. I mean, it’s fine for will have $1,378 by Week 52! save by Week 52. At the Courier Little Brother too. Earp in the motion picture their money’s worth: Memphis,
them, but not sure I want to limit Wouldn’t that be fantastic! It is office you can also purchase Meanwhile (most) Louisville Tombstone: “Bye.” SMU and Houston. UConn and
myself to a two minute shower possible to put more money in a chart with the total amount football fans were gracious, Louisville football? Still South Florida on the road, and
where I share my shampoo suds for different weeks depending blank so you could keep track of wished their ex-coach well on Stepping Stone U. Cards close the month at home
with my spouse. Granted, they on how much you have that it yourself. You also might need his job jump. Media-types went SPORTS PERSON OF with Cincinnati.
only purchase one bottle of particular week. to alter the amount from time to along. Paid homage to a 25- YEAR REVISITED READERS (RIGHT)
shampoo every eight months, This could also be made into time. million-dollar-man. Kentucky sports person of the WRITE
but I still thought there has to be a challenge for your child. They We invite you to keep us Just business, man. year. A week ago Louisville’s Question: “Since Brad
a better way. could do it with quarters. If they posted on how well you are Strong helped elevate UofL Secret Santa seemed a natural. St. Stevens left Butler and Shaka
Thursday morning, I came keep up with it each week, they doing and what you plan football into a player on a Nick had given a $13,000 gift for Smart at VCU is high profile,
across a posting titled “52 Week would have $344.50 saved by to do with the money you national stage. The Cardinals kids’ Christmas in Louisville’s who’s the best college basketball
Money Challenge.” It is a way the end of the year. save. Our email address is won all but two games last two west end anonymously. coach out there who too few of
to save that spare change and Completing this challenge [email protected] years, pummeled a couple big This week, A more deserving us know about?”
dollar bills you have at the end with your child could be an or message us on our Facebook dogs at the end of each and were sports person of the year in Answer. Without hesitation,
of the week. It’s kind of like excellent way to teach them how page, The Hickman Courier. headed to greener grass, Atlantic Kentucky is Emma Talley. Ray Harper at Western Kentucky
your own Christmas Club where to save money. Suggestions: I Happy savings!!! Coast Conference. Talley was SEC freshman is outstanding. To watch the
you put away $10 a week, but think I am going to do it with He involved himself in the golfer of the year at University twice-to-the-NCAAs-lately
community, became a celebrity, of Alabama and second team All- Hilltoppers execute is a joy.
insisted his student-athletes American in 2012. The Princeton Move, move, unselfish and play
52 Week Money Challenge
behave, and, from all accounts, and Caldwell County native together all while their coach
brought to the Commonwealth won the 2013 U.S. Women’s exemplifies “this ain’t about
a role model extraordinaire in Amateur championship. me” decorum on sidelines, is
Teddy Bridgewater. Beyond the wins and entertaining college ball for
But, 25 mill. just business, accolades, here’s the best those who matter. Fans.
man. part: After winning the U.S. EVERLY BROTHERS
Media, certainly in Jefferson Women’s tourney, Talley told Phil Everly left last week. He
County, gave Strong a free reporters, while she hopes to was 74.
pass for job jumping. No call play professionally one day, “I In Kentucky, our loss is
to account for his clandestine can’t wait to get back to school. profound. The Everly Brothers
meeting Texas Director of Right now I just love college. in their prime were more than
Athletics Steve Patterson. Roll Tide!” the very best. A God-given
All of it led me to believe Postscript. A reader, Dennis blend of humility and harmony
Strong was a different brand Stephens of Princeton, took note they were a songbird. Never
of ball coach. Happy with his that three of my five ‘nominees’ mind their estrangement. They
program’s growing national for sports person for 2013 were were ours, Kentuckians.
image, financial security, high Teddy Bridgewater, Rick Pitino This week, our world is
place in community. Peace of and Secret Santa in Jefferson moved.
mind. County, and wondered if “Sports NEW ARRIVALS IN
Wrong. In Kentucky had become Sports TEXAS
Just another ball coach who for Greater Louisville (area).” Hours before Texas introduced
sang the feel-good tune to alums, WILDCATS & its new football coach in Austin,
fans, prospects and players CARDINALS Rease James Daugherty arrived
about commitment, dedication, Now that the Wildcats have at a hospital in Houston. Our
responsibility and do-the-right- grown up, says John Calipari, third grandchild, nine pounds,
thing. The chorus was same: Big Blue Nation can enjoy a fun five ounces, was born at 3 a.m.
Show-me-the-money. run in January. Seven winnables, Monday, January 6.
√ Expendable, UofL returnees four at home. Three on ESPN, Thus, my resolution – I hope
and 25 high school and JUCO two on CBS Television. 2014 is the happiest year of our
commits for 2014. Best tests: Tennessee Jan. 18 lives.
√ Expendable, sweetheart and at LSU Jan. 28. And so it goes.
extension with UofL to end of For Louisville January is
decade.
Just business, man.
ESPN talking heads and others
media swooned. “25 million for
five years, wow!”
52 Week Money Challenge
Big money for ball coach,
bigger money for institutions. Fulton County Board of Education
While, simmering on the back
burner, athlete-students who Fiscal Year 2014 Meeting Dates
still want to know, “where’s
mine?” And, “why do I have to
sit out a year when ball coach
job jumps?” January 16, 2014
Ignored in the Strong-to-Texas
February 20, 2014
story, the Cardinal faithful who
must be as cynical as an internet March 20, 2014
poster on Sunday: “I appreciate
what he’s done for the program, April 17, 2014
but I’m getting tired of coaches
May 15, 2014
using UofL as a stepping stone
job. It’s getting old. I hoped
June 19, 2014
he’d be different, but I guess I
was wrong.” July 10, 2014
A Sports In Kentucky reader
offered a cautionary note: “from August 21, 2014
my experience dealing with men
September 18, 2014
from Texas, Strong is in for a
culture shock. There’s the USA October 16, 2014
and then there’s Texas. And,
they’ll tell you that,” he wrote. November 20, 2014
“The football job at Texas is like
December 18, 2014
Alabama and Ohio State. You
better not lose and fans prefer
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ruary, there are multiple guided day, $15/person for a half day. and environmental education for
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Register your Relay For Life Team today
FULTON, Ky. - The American businesses, churches and civic time for the 2014 event.
Cancer Society Relay For Life of organizations, and anyone Also on the agenda is forming
Fulton/South Fulton/Hickman wanting to make a difference a Relay event committee.
gives everyone a chance to help in the fight against cancer Currently, the event is in need of
the organization save lives and are invited to take part in this a chairperson, accounting chair,
create a world with less cancer exciting team event. logistics chair, survivor chair,
and more birthdays. Register A team captain meeting is and team recruitment chair.
your team today by visiting scheduled for Monday, Jan. 20, Relay For Life events are
relayforlife.org/fultonky or by at 6 p.m. at the First Baptist held overnight as individuals
calling 1-800-227-2345. Church in Fulton. According to and teams camp out at an
Former and current cancer Relay For Life Specialist Eric athletic track, park or other
patients, those who have lost a Walker, items discussed will
See RELAY, page 5
loved one to cancer, families, include selecting a date and
The Hickman Courier • January 9, 2014 Page 7
Obituaries Hickman Police Department News
Douglas “Doug” McClure The Hickman Police • Assisted Tri-City EMS on Wednesday, Jan. 1: • Traffi c stop on Union City
Department reports these arrests, Cedar St. • Responded to a call on Ivey Hwy.
Douglas “Doug” Shawn Hickman; two brothers, Gary citations, investigations and fi re • Responded to a call on Troy St. • Traffi c stop on Moscow
McClure, 52, a resident of the McClure of Hickman and Mike calls for Hickman and Cayce Ave. • Responded to a possible Ave. – Patricia Brown cited for
Cayce, Ky. community died McClure of Union City, Tenn.; Volunteer Fire Departments for • Traffi c stop on Moscow fi ght in progress on Cedar St. no operator’s license.
December 30, 2012, at his one sister, Kecia Turner of Troy, Sunday, Dec. 29 – Saturday, Ave. • Responded to a call on • Traffi c stop on Liberty St.
residence. Tenn.; and two grandchildren, Jan. 4: Tuesday, Dec. 31: Harrison St. – Deborah Cheirs cited for rear
Born in June 22, 1961, in Caden Wood and Claire Wood Sunday, Dec. 29: • Responded to a call on Ivey Thursday, Jan. 2: license plate not illuminated, no
Ann Arbor, Mich., he was the of Kodiak. • Responded to a possible St. • Responded to a call at the insurance card, and arrested on
son of Wayne McClure and the One sister, Sherry Wheelis, fi ght in progress on 7th St. • Performed a welfare check Hickman Harbor. FTA warrant.
late Betty Taylor McClure. He preceded him in death. • Responded to a possible at Indian Hills. • Responded to a suspicious Traffi c stop on 7th St.
was of the Assembly of God Funeral services were January reckless driver on Walnut St. • Followed up on a call on person on Ponderosa Dr. • Responded to a call on
faith and had worked as a press 3, at Strong Funeral Home with • Hickman Volunteer Fire Moscow Ave. • Responded to a call at Holly Nelson St.
operator at the former Sigri Rev. Tommy Hall offi ciating. Department responded to an • Fredrick Mays arrested on Ct. Saturday, Jan. 4:
plant in Hickman. Burial followed in the Hickman alarm on Union St. warrants. • Traffi c stop on 7th St • Responded to a complaint of
Survivors, in addition to his City Cemetery. • Responded to a call on 7th • Traffi c stop on Nelson • Traffi c stop on Moscow loud music on 7th St.
father include, his step-mother, Pallbearers were Richard St. St. – Delicia Cheirs cited for Ave. • Traffi c stop on 7th St. –
Diane McClure of the Cayce Kaufman, April Turner, Madison • Responded to a possible improper equipment and failure Friday, Jan. 3: Alycia Mulchay cited for rear
community; two daughters, Turner, Ashley Childress, Lorie reckless driver on Sunset St. to maintain insurance. • Responded to a call on 6th license plate not illuminated,
Summer Wood of Kodiak, Alaska Mitchum and Dave Lynn. • Responded to a 911 hang up • Traffi c stop on Moscow St. improper equipment, and failure
and Kylee Renea McClure of on VanLee Blvd. Ave. • Followed up on a call at of non-owner to maintain
Monday, Dec. 30: • Traffi c stop on Nelson St. Indian Hills. insurance.
Fulton County Sheriff’s Department News
• Investigated 911 hang up on • Traffi c stop on 1099 • Assisted Tri-City EMS at • Responded to a complaint of
VanLee Blvd. Bypass. Davis Park. loud music on 7th St.
The Fulton County Sheriff’s • Jason Andrews of Mayfi eld, • Traffi c stop on Nelson St. • Responded to a juvenile • Responded to a residential • Traffi c stop on Nelson St.
Department reports these arrests Ky., white male, arrested, complaint on Broadway St. burglar alarm on Moscow Ave. • Traffi c stop on 7th St.
and citations for Monday, Dec. criminal trespass 1st, bench
30 through Friday, Dec. 27: warrant failure to appear 2 counts Bluff Briefs
Monday, Dec. 30: (Calloway Co.); bench warrant Relay
• Victoria Cole of Fulton, failure to appear (Carlisle Co.); Assistance Available to Spay/Neuter Dogs
from page 4
Ky., white female, summons, and bench warrant failure to The Hume Humane Way, an area humane society, has grant
disorderly conduct, 2nd degree. appear (Graves Co.). money available to help dog owners with the cost of spaying gathering area, with the goal For Life support work by the
• Lena Butterworth of Fulton, Friday, Jan. 3: or neutering their dogs. If you want more information or an of keeping at least one team American Cancer Society to
white female, summons, • Frederick D. Mays of application, call Brenda at 731-479-3399. member on the track or pathway educate people about cancer
harassment (no physical Hickman, Ky., black male, Recycling coming to Hickman at all times throughout the prevention and early detection,
contact). arrested, bench warrant failure Recycling of paper products will be collected on Saturday, Jan. evening. Teams do most of their establish and maintain cancer
Tuesday, Dec. 31: to report to jail. 11, 2014, from 9 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., at the Fulton County Road fundraising prior to patient and caregiver
• Christopher C. Williams of • Randolph D. Orr of Paducah, Department in Hickman. the event, but some support programs
South Fulton, Tenn., white male, Ky., white male, citation, Fulton City-Fulton County Retired Teachers to meet teams also hold and services such
arrested, failure to appear. speeding 71/55 mph zone. The Fulton City-Fulton County Retired Teachers will meet creative fundraisers as Hope Lodge, and
• Meagan H. Isbell of Clinton, • Hunter S. Mills of Mayfi eld, Wednesday, Jan. 15, at 11 a.m., at The Keg Restaurant in Fulton. at their camp sites fund cancer research
Ky., white female, citation, white male, citation, speeding All members are urged to attend. during Relay. grants to institutions
speeding 71/55 mph zone. 86/70 mph zone, failure of non- Obion Creek Watershed Conservancy Board to meet Relay brings like the University of
• Tiffany C. Simmons of owner to maintain required The Obion Creek Watershed Conservancy District, Board of together friends, Kentucky, Vanderbilt
Fulton, white female, citation, insurance 1st offense. Directors, will meet Tuesday morning, Jan. 14 at 7:30 a.m., in the families, businesses, University and St.
failure to illuminate head lights, • Travis R. Byassee of Clinton, USDA Service Center, Conference Room, in Clinton. The public hospitals, schools Jude Children’s
no tail lamps, failure of non- white male, arrested, speeding is invited to attend. and church groups all Research Hospital.
owner to maintain required 79/55 mph zone, failure to Bells Chapel to have 66 Books Program aimed at furthering For more
insurance, 1st offense. surrender revoked operators Bells Chapel C.M.E. Church, located at 207 North Highland the American Cancer information, visit
• Amy L. Spence of Fulton, license, operating on suspended/ Dr., Fulton, invite you to attend their 66 Books Program on Society’s efforts to www.cancer.org
white female, arrested, identity revoked operator’s license. Sunday, Jan. 12, at 3 p.m. Guest speaker will be Rev. Clay save lives by helping people or for cancer information or
of another without consent. Sunday, Jan. 5: Holiday of Brown Chapel A.M.E. Church, Union City. stay well, by helping people get connections to local, available
Wednesday, Jan. 1: • Thomas Yarbro of Hickman,
well, by fi nding cures and by resources to help those battling
white male, arrested, assault 4th
fi ghting back. cancer, call anytime, day or
UU degree domestic. Space Funds raised through Relay night, to 1-800-227-2345.
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will be another free event for he has worked as a commercial Seniors
WWOORRKKSS 1-20 words $5.00; each those who have memberships or pilot for Southwest Airlines and from page 3
who have purchased a ticket for has been named chief operating
additional word 25¢ entry to the park. Participants offi cer and chief test pilot for of the year, winter or summer, go, 11:30, Birthday Party.
are reminded to bring their own Benson Space Co. He has fl own but always remember the good The following items with be
Monuments Deadline Tuesday at 10 a.m. telescopes. 111 different aircraft types times you have had with them. served at the Senior Center next
DPA visitors who are at and he competed at the 2007 Prepare a trip to go on vaca- week:
Markers
week of publication least 4-feet tall can experience Reno Air Races. In September tion and see what is all over Monday, Jan. 13
Mausoleums the multi-axis trainer used to 2013, he qualifi ed the Hawker the entire world. Search for old Thick and juicy steak, mashed
Bronze prepare astronauts for existing Sea Fury in the 50th National friends from when you were in potatoes, brown gravy, spinach
Pet Markers in a gravity-free state on their Championship Air Races at high school. Call them up and salad, whole-wheat roll, ambro-
Housing Authority of
visit to DPA, as well. This a speed of 479.164 mph, the talk to them for a long period of sia, and skim milk.
Hickman is now accepting opportunity will be offered from fastest Sea Fury qualifying time. Tuesday, Jan. 14
applications from Low and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Jan. 11-12 in the time. Be sure to be careful on these Hot turkey sandwich, mashed
“Excellence is our Standard” Moderate Income families Tennessee Room. There is a $2 Dr. Seddon was one of the fi rst roads this time of year with the potatoes, buttered broccoli, an-
for one, two, three, four and fee for visitors, in addition to group of astronauts to include weather warm one minute and gel food cake, peach slices, pea-
the entrance fee to the park. A women and she fl ew on three then freezing the next, black ice nuts, and skim milk.
Hickman-Fulton representative five bedroom apartments.
Lunar Sample Disc (this is an space shuttle fl ights as mission is prevalent. Ice can thaw and Wednesday, Jan. 15
Paul Henderson
Apply at Housing Authority authentic moon rock) display specialist and then as payload refreeze on the roads, parking Chili con carne, baked po-
270-236-3608 Office, 50 Holly Court, Hickman, will be set up in the Discovery commander. She is currently the lots, and even on the cars. tato, saltine crackers, chocolate
or 731-536-6035 Center lobby those same days assistant chief medical offi cer of Weekly activities at the Se- pudding, tossed salad, and skim
KY 42050, or call 270-236-2888,
email: [email protected] and times and will be available the Vanderbilt Medical Group in nior Center always include milk.
8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m., Monday
1112 N. Hwy. 45W at no extra charge. Nashville. Thursday, Jan. 9, Amy Thomp- Thursday, Jan. 16
through Friday.
2-1/2 Miles from Union City Dr. Crews will be lecturing A special feature of that event son, Life Line Home Care, Sit- Baked ham, baked sweet po-
Mon. - FrVi. I9S Aa. m• M. -A 5S pT.EmR.C; ASRaDt. by appt. Lynn Busby on exotic objects in outer space will be the unveiling of Gibson tercise; Friday, Jan. 10, Rook, tato, green beans, whole-wheat
Jan. 18 from 11 a.m.-noon and Seddon’s NASA Flight 11:30, Bingo; Monday, Jan. 13, roll, fruit cup, and skim milk.
Executive Director
in one of Discovery Center’s Suits, which will be on display 10:30, Exercise, 11:30, Bingo; Friday, Jan. 17
classrooms. This event is free, at Discovery Park. Tuesday, Jan. 14, 10:15, Anna Pork roast, pinto beans, turnip
We would like to thank everyone for submitting recipes and as are the lectures that same The following day, Jan. 25, McCoy, Ext. Agent, Nutrition; greens, cornbread, pineapple
buying a copy of our “Courier Crumbs” recipe book. day set for 1-2 p.m. on living in there will be a free opportunity, Wednesday, Jan. 15, 11:00, Bin- cheesecake, and skim milk.
It is time to start submitting recipes for the next edition called space with Diane Bell, complete after entry fee, to meet the
with a lunar sample, and the 3-4 astronauts in Dinosaur Hall
Survival
p.m. program led by Philip Senn from 1-3 p.m. The fi rst 500 from page 1
CCoouurriieerr focusing on GPS navigation children to attend will also
tech geocaching. receive free autographed photos
CCrruummbbss IIII law enforcement will keep the room. Those involved in
Helicopter rides will be of the astronauts.
working with the school staff the scenarios reacted by taking
offered to the fi rst 60 takers and Young visitors will receive
to do their best to save innocent down the would be attacker.
Publication of the recipes will begin in February and we will again compile the recipes will be on sale by this weekend free coloring books and
victims. “Awareness is a big The four scenarios were
into a cookbook that will be available December 2015. at the Discovery Center ticket crayons, toy airplanes and space
part of this training,” White followed by additional
Recipes will include those from students at Fulton County Elementary/Middle School counter, with take-off from the stamps and stickers for as long
said. “We have had feedback instruction time with participants
Great Lawn 1-3 p.m. Jan. 18. as supplies last throughout the
Email your recipes to [email protected] from people and they say when watching a video and then taking
Pilot Mike Rinker will take month, a spokesman said.
We look forward to working on the next collection guests aloft for an additional In addition to the multiple they are in the public their eyes a test.
have been opened. Even from a Michael Cole, Assistant
ticket price of $20. opportunities to learn about
personal safety point of view.” Principal at Fulton County
Also on the Great Lawn, from space and enjoy the many
After an hour of instruction, Elementary/Middle School was
3:30-4 p.m. that day, there will activities planned specifi cally
the staff was broken up into one of the six participants in
be a free aerial demonstration for January, DPA visitors can
groups of six individuals. Each the fi rst group. Following the
and fl yby. access the exciting Starship
group engaged in four different training exercise he had this to
Visiting astronaut Robert Lee experience each hour on the
scenarios. One involved shooting say about the most important
“Hoot” Gibson and his wife, Dr. hour for a small extra fee.
New Year Rhea Seddon, will be speaking Excitement about DPA outside the classroom with thing he learned from the event.
only teachers, no students and “The most important thing I
to Union City Rotary Club at the continues to build, with visitors
another involved students in the took away from the training is
Hampton Centré Jan. 24 from from overseas joining those from
classroom. The teachers reacted the fact that how we react to
noon -1 p.m. and that evening, multiple states throughout the
Same to gunshots and were expected these events has changed over
from 6-8, guests will have the nation. As of year’s end, the total
to take action, protecting the the last several years due to
opportunity to dine with the number of guests stands at over
children. recent school shootings such as
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Gibson is a retired U.S. Navy emphasis on new and exciting
in a hallway with blockaded provide the safest response to
captain and naval aviator and topics continues and special
escape paths. The only apparent these terrible situations.”
a retired NASA astronaut. He live programs and projects are
exit was through an area which “I thought it was excellent
fl ew fi ve missions from 1984 unveiled, that enthusiasm seems
contained smoke and possibly training,” stated Rick Garland,
to 1995 on board ships such destined to expand — a prospect
bombs. one of the main organizers of the
as the Orbiter Columbia, the DPA supporters say is just what
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Free throws cost Pilots in 62-61 loss
Charles Choate team then responded with a Williamson said the free throws
Courier Correspondent strong second quarter, mounting and first quarter play cost the
For the second time this an 18-4run to take a25-24 lead, team the win on the road.
season, the Obion County on aDavis Major 3-point shot at "Missing those free throws
Central Rebels have beaten the the 1:56 mark. just killed us, and we had toplay
Fulton County Pilots in a one- The two teams entered the from behind almost all night
point game. intermission tied at 27-27, with long. You know, we match up
And with this second time, the Rebels again opening up a against them (the Rebels) well
comes a loss, which in part can double-digit lead midway thru and we made some big shots,
be attributed to a poor shooting the third period. but we just can't get over the
night from the charity stripe. Once again, the Pilots did not hump atthe end".
The (2-7) Pilots managed to back down, getting a 3-point The Pilots were led by
hit only 5-of-15 free throws, shot from Austin Matheny and Octavious Smith with 15points,
including four crucial misses an inside basket from Steven followed by Davis Major and
late inthe fourth quarter, intheir Roberson to cut the score to 60- Steven Roberson with 10each.
62-61 loss at Troy Saturday 59 with 0:51 to play. Austin Matheny had 8,
night. But following two straight Steven Houston 7, Joe Holman,
Fulton County got off to Fulton County turnovers, Obion Devontae Hampton and Ryan
a sluggish start in the game, County's Joe Wiggins sank two Williams 3, and Aaron Allen 2.
trailing the Rebels 20-4 in the free throws which sealed the Obion County's Joe Wiggins
first quarter. win. led all scorers with 20 points.
TEAM STUDY - Fulton County basketball coach Mitchell Williamson (kneeling) and assistant Leonard Coach Mitchell Williamson's After the game, Coach
Smith (sitting) watch play on the floor, during their game Saturday night at Obion County Central. The
Pilots find themselves at (2-6) on the year, with two one-point losses, as they play at district rival Fulton
City this Friday night. (Photo by Charles Choate.)
DEFENSIVE PRESSURE - Pilots players Joe Holman (left) and Devontae Hampton (right) apply pres-
sure to Obion County's James Mays (2), during their road game Saturday night against the Rebels.
Fulton County battled back from an early 16-point deficit, but saw missed free throw opportunities spell
the difference in a62-61 loss. (Photo by Charles Choate.)
OVER THE RIM - Fulton County's Steven Roberson (21) sails high into the air on this shot, during the
Pilots road game against Obion County. Roberson added eight points in the game, but for the second
time this season, the Rebels beat the Pilots by a single point, 62-61. (Photo by Charles Choate.)
Obion County keeps Lady Pilots winless
Charles Choate quarter, Fulton County fell just look to improve each game Onthe night, Lucy Kimble led
Courier Correspondent victim to multiple turnovers and and put ittogether." the Lady Pilots in scoring with
The learning curve ofayoung missed shots to fall 50-25. The Lady Pilots trailed 15-8 11points, with Kylira Williams
Lady Pilots basketball team took "We have got to learn to play at the end of the first quarter, adding 8.
another step Saturday night. four full quarters ofbasketball if but a6-0 run bythe Lady Rebels Leslie Beth Jackson scored 4
Coach Leonard Smith's team we are going to be successful," to start the second period, onthe night and Leah Weatherly
Anna-Reid Garrigan Ryan Henderson ventured across the state line said coach Smith following the combined with a 14-4 scoring added 2points.
Parent's names: Rob and Parent's names: Carmen and into Tennessee, where they game. "We play tough in the edge over the eight minute span Obion County had 10players
Melissa Garrigan Jimbo Henderson faced the (15-1) Obion County first few minutes, then seem to placed the Fulton County deficit in the scoring books for the
Central Lady Rebels. let turnovers and bad shots put at 29-12 by halftime. game, with Rachel Jones leading
Brothers name: Josh Garrigan Brothers name: Jacob Hender-
The Lady Pilots went into the us behind. This is ayoung team Obion County coach Lyle the way with 10points.
Sports you play (if any): son
game at (0-4), and again put a and these girls are wanting to LaRue cleared his bench for Fulton County will return
Cheerleading Plans after graduation: Go to
starting line-up on the floor that be better and are working to get most of the second half, as the to the court Friday night, as
Position you play: West Kentucky Community included two freshmen players. that way. They are alot tougher Lady Rebels opened up their they travel to face district rival
CaptainlFlyer Technical Center. Following a strong first on themselves than I am, so we largest lead of the night in the Fulton City.
Favorite thing about your Clubs, activities, accomplish- fourth quarter at46-20.
sport (what makes you enjoy ments, and etc.: Skills USA
playing): Stunting andgetting to Favorite part ofschool: Auto
be so involved in my schools Something interesting about
sports. yourself: I like hunting and
Church and/or community fishing.
involvement: Sacred Heart Fondest memory while at
Catholic Church. Fulton County High School:
Plans after graduation: Attend Hanging out in auto with Matt
Murray State University and Henderson and Hunter Jones.
enter the nursing program to
become aNurse Practitioner.
Clubs, activities, accomplish- Fulton County
ments, and etc.: Beta Club,
HOSA, National Honors
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I .~ LEAPING GRAB -(At left) Lady Pilot Dixie Major (12) goes airborne
school: Aiding in the 20X4 to catch a pass, while teammate Leah Weatherly (33) watches on.
office with Ms. Liz. The play came during Fulton County's visit into Tennessee Satur-
day night to face Obion County Central. Lady Rebels pictured are
BES DPL Hannah Caveness, Courtney Heuck, and Macy McClure (Photo by
Charles Choate.) LOOSE BALL -Obion County's Rachel Jones (21), along with Ful-
ton County's Lucy Kimble (23) and Delraysha Alexander (10), are
shown pursuing a loose ball near mid-court. The Lady Pilots are still
ANNA-REID GARRIGAN
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HICKMAN HARDWARE Saturday night in Troy. Jackson scored on the play, but the Lady
Rebels ran their record to (16-1) with a 50-25 win over the Lady
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Bucket
from page 1
Tennessee to get to. A classic just 45 minutes from home?
been there, done that. Trust me, you’ll feel like you’ve
10. Drive the Great River went further.
Road. Again, tourists from 13. Discovery Park Of
America take this road from America. This place deserves
Minnesota all the way down a list all it’s own. It belongs in
to the Gulf. And a portion runs Washington with the Smithson-
through small town Kentucky ian Museums. The attention to
right here from Wickliffe to detail in Union City, Tennessee
Sassafrass Ridge. is at another level. It’s a blessing
11. Sunset, especially in Co- to America, in the backyard.
lumbus at the State Park. Best 14. Here’s that catch all
place to see a sunset in Ken- drawer. Read this paper, then put
tucky? Certainly one of the best it down and get in your vehicle.
overlooks I’ve ever seen. Let the Visit every Dot in your county.
kiddies play on the steam shov- Stop in a country store and get a
els in the sand pit. I’ve been do- Moon Pie and an RC (well, I’m
ing it for 30 years. really sponsored by Ale-8). See
12. State Parks need loving, where you’re at from a different
BTW. Six State Parks and LBL back road. You’ll fi nd out that
bless the area with get away op- there’s more out there to do than
portunities that don’t require an you thought. ALMOST 62 YEARS OLD - The above fi rst class postage
airline ticket. An overnight stay Happy New Year, reader. stamp with a State Line marking from February 29, 1952 was
submitted to us by Gene Nettles. In 1952 a fi rst class stamp cost
three cents. Currently stamps are 46 cents. The price of stamps
are increasing three cents on January 26, 2014. This is a two-
year temporary price increase, to give the U.S.P.S. an infusion
of extra revenue as they try to recoup losses suffered during
the economic downturn between 2008-2011.This is the largest
increase in 11 years.
FIFTH ANNUAL RUDOLPH’S READERS - Robbie Rudolph (pic-
Truth or Consequences will be January 24
tured in background holding books) recently provided Fulton County
students with books for the fi th year in a row. Ladarrian Polk (kneel-
ing) assisted Mr. Rudolph shaking hands with students as he hand- To Parents of all ninth involvement. We are asking all
ed them a book. (Photo submitted.) graders of Fulton County High parents to attend this event with
School and Fulton Independent their child to help them process
Schools: On January 24, the all the information from the
Smoke second annual “Truth and day’s event. More information
from page 1
Consequences: The Choice is will be mailed to all ninth grade
Yours” event will be held at homes. If you would like to
just be a good idea.” opposition for the law in 2010 Fulton Independent beginning volunteer or have questions,
On the fl ip side, Patricia was about 50% and now 65% at 9:30. This event cannot please call the Fulton County
Walters, also has family favor it and 29% oppose it. be successful without parent Extension offi ce at 236-2351.
members experiencing breathing
problems, but opposes the law.
ADD A RIDE ON THE DORENA-HICKMAN FERRY TO YOUR “Although most of my family Frigid
BUCKET LIST - These Harley Davidson motorcycle riders from members (now deceased) had from page 1
West Paducah, Lovelaceville, and Benton in Kentucky and Metropo- COPD and other breathing
lis, Illinois enjoyed a trip on the Dorena-Hickman Ferry back in June. problems, smoked at one time, less than 10 degrees before 10 that the region faced earlier this outages across 698 miles of line
The ferry is a great way to travel when checking destinations off of I OPPOSE a Kentucky smoke- a.m. The Kentucky Mesonet week. from 1:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Jan.
your bucklet ist. (Photo by Charlotte Smith.) free law,” she said. “The weather station located on the “During temps like this we 6. “Most of those outages were a
government and the big wigs in Fulton County School grounds work in 15 minute shifts to result of the wind and cold temps
Farmer Washington DC runs our lives recorded a reading of 4.6. At keep from getting too cold,” causing the wire to contract,
from page 3 enough. We as adults deserve to 10 a.m. on Jan. 6 Kentucky stated Dale Vowell, manager at which reveals week spots
be able to make that choice, not Transportation Cabinet stated Hickman Electric, “but luckily that break and wind vibration
created. Essays, posters, and fi ed by March 17. DC!!! We all will die one day, that the air temp was 8.5 degrees we haven’t had any problems causing connections and wire to
digital submissions will be fea- For more information, includ- from something!!” and the pavement temp a cool so far.” break,” stated Coffey.
tured in department publications ing complete contest rules and The poll, performed October 23 degrees in Fulton County. “If the power is out, we gotta Johnny McTurner, Hickman
and special events, including entry forms, go to www.kyagr. 25 through November 26, In Paducah a record low roll,” stated Rex Coffey of RECC. City Manager, reported no
the 2014 Kentucky State Fair in com/marketing/poster-essay- 2013, also shows that one high was set on Monday of 10 “Safety of our employees and problems in public works
August in Louisville. contest.html or contact Eliza- in three Kentucky adults are degrees and the low was 2. the public is our main concern. with regard to the single digit
Entries must be submitted to beth McNulty at [phone] smokers. A graphic generated Forecasters are calling this We deal with these dangerous temperatures.
the KDA and postmarked by or [email protected]. by KHIP shows that support or a “polar vortex,” which has temps by sending at least two It is critical that everyone be
temperatures plummeting crews on each outage in case a aware of the potential impact
March 7. Winners will be noti-
across the region, effecting truck breaks down or someone of cold temps on the human
Star gazing with Lionel Crews Friday evening
approximately 187 million gets too cold, there will be two body. In Minneapolis, Minn.
people. or three other coworkers there temperatures reached 20 below,
Dr. Lionel Crews will be in- can High School in (then) West currently a Director and profes- Many people such as mail for relief or assistance.” with wind chills of minus 50.
structing a special “star gaz- Germany. He then returned to sor at the University of Tennes- carriers, Hickman Electric Trucks stored inside RECC’s Chicago set a record low of
ing” event at Discovery Park of the United States to obtain a see at Martin. and Hickman-Fulton Counties warehouse and supplying minus 16 on Monday.
America this Friday evening, bachelors, masters, and doctor- Friday evening’s star gazing RECC employees, and Kentucky linemen with insulated fi re Fulton County Schools were
Jan. 10, from 6:00 until 8:00 ate in Physics and Astronomy event is free and open to the Transportation Cabinet (KTC) retardant garmets, is another closed on Monday, with classing
p.m. on the Great Lawn. Janu- at Vanderbilt University. He is public. crew workers have to be out way RECC ensures the safety of resuming at 9 a.m. on Tuesday,
ary is Space and Flight month in all kinds of weather. They their employees. Jan. 7. The Dorena-Hickman
at Discovery Park, with activi- have been trained to prepare for RECC experienced Ferry was closed Sunday, Jan. 5
ties going on all month long. working in extreme temperatures approximately 12 power thorugh Tuesday, Jan. 7.
Dr. Crews, Astro Physisist, has
offered to meet with stargazers
from around the area who would
like to bring their own telescope
and fi nd out more about how to
use it and receive instruction on
what they are seeing.
Star gazers are asked to ar-
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5:30 and 6 p.m. and congregate
in the Cafe. At 6 p.m., everyone
will be escorted out to The Great
Lawn for the Star Gazing event.
Dscro. pCer eawvas ilpalbalnes ftoor htahvoes ea twelheo- O f 2013
would like to participate but do
not have their own telescope.
Director Lionel Crews was
born in Nashville, Tenn., along
STAR GAZER - Dr. Lionel Crews (shown above), Astro Physisist,
with 3 brothers. His father who is leading the star gazing event at Discovery Park this Friday We will spotlight
joined the military when he was
evening. Dr. Crews is a professor at UTM. Area residents are invited
4, and thus began his trek across
to bring their own telescope and join Dr. Crews on the Great Lawn at
the globe. He has lived in Mis-
Discovery Park from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. Friday, Jan. 10. This event
sissippi, Texas, and California, Babies born in 2013
is free and is open to the public.
and attended Ramstein Ameri-
in our January 30, 2014 issue
If you would like
to include your
baby, send us a
picture, along
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parents names
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