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Protect fishing and hunting from whom?
As I voted on Nov. 6, I almost laughed out loud when I saw the question asking voters to amend Kentucky's Constitution to protect the right to hunt and fish. My first thought was protect hunting and fishing from whom, or what? Trying to keep people in Kentucky from hunting and fishing is like trying to get diehard UK basketball fans to not wear blue. It ain't gonna happen.
Scooby | CaseyNews.net
Adopt a Pet Photo: stray cat named Scooby needs a new home. He is black and white and is about 5 months old. Taylor County Animal Shelter has a variety of cats and dogs who would like to be a part of someone's family. Taylor County Animal Shelter is open 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday and from 8 a.m. to noon on Saturdays. The shelter is located off KY 210, just past Walmart, and houses animals from Taylor, Green, Casey and LaRue counties. Adoption fee is $20.
Adopt a Pet: Shepherd mix
Adopt a Pet Photo: This stray shepherd mix needs a new home. He was found in Taylor County and is about 2 years old. Taylor County Animal Shelter has a variety of cats and dogs looking to be a part of someone's family. The shelter is open 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday and from 8 a.m. to noon on Saturdays and is located off KY 210, just past Walmart. Appointments are available after hours. The shelter houses animals from Taylor, Green, Casey, Russell and LaRue counties.
Adopt a Pet: 9-week-old kitten
Adopt a Pet Photo: <p> This 9-week-old kitten needs a new home. He is a stray.</p> Taylor County Animal Shelter has a variety of cats and dogs looking to be a part of someone's family. The shelter is open 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday and from 8 a.m. to noon on Saturdays and is located off Ky. 210, just past Walmart. Appointments are available after hours. The shelter houses animals from Taylor, Green, Casey, Russell and LaRue counties.
WMU to spotlight foster care, hold prayer rally at Capitol
LOUISVILLE—The urgency of helping Kentucky's kids through adoption and foster care will be underscored by Southern Baptist women meeting in Frankfort. At the 115th Annual Meeting of Kentucky Woman's Missionary Union, members will also discuss the need to pray for state lawmakers, support missionaries and minister to children when they gather on April 6-7 at Buck Run Baptist Church in Frankfort.
Higdon: Money is only way to save pension system
By Larry Rowell News@caseynews.net A packed house of school teachers, retired teachers, current and retired county and state workers greeted two legislators Thursday who came to town to hear concerns about the state’s pension crisis. Sen. Jimmy Higdon, R-Lebanon, and Rep. Daniel Elliott, R-Forkland, spoke to a standing room only crowd at the Casey County Judicial Center. Higdon, the elder statesman of the two, spoke for about 15 minutes and then took a variety of questions.
Terry retires from Tarter
A man described as having “done it all” during his life-long career at Tarter Farm and Ranch has retired. Tarter family members and co-workers were on hand Thursday at their training facility in Dunnville to pay tribute to Red Terry, 70, who retired Oct. 1. Tarter hosted an elaborate luncheon complete with a colorful cake to honor Terry’s 46 years with the company. “His dedication of what he’s done for our company, his work ethic, it’s hard to get that anymore.
One-on-one interview with Gov. Matt Bevin
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Downtown DUI arrest made during Apple Festival
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Governor assures state pensioners pensions are secure
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Judgement House play strikingly similar to today’s culture
Take a teenaged boy who’s bullied at school, comes from a broken home, alienated from his friends, who’s given up any hope in God, and who devises a plan to lash out in anger, that’s a recipe for tragedy which is all too common these days. That’s the premise behind Judgement House: “Payback,” a 70-minute, walk-through, eight-scene drama that will unfold at First Baptist Church beginning Wednesday night, Oct. 4. The play is based on a story of a high school aged boy who’s being bullied at school.
Luttrell retires as deputy
After more than 13 years on the job, Casey County Sheriff’s Deputy Freeman Luttrell is turning in his badge. “I’m 48, too young to retire but I’ve got about seven years before this working in the school system, so I’ve got my time in,” Luttrell said, adding he also served about a year as a constable before joining the sheriff’s department. A self-described night owl, Luttrell has mainly worked the 4 p.m. to midnight shift during his career, much of which has changed from when he started.
Police News: September 20, 2017
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Johnson deposed in $3 million wrongful death suit
A Casey County man being sued for $3 million in a wrongful death claim answered questions on July 6 in a deposition held at the Marion County Judicial Center. The deposition was filed in the Casey County Circuit Court Clerk’s Office Sept. 13. The plaintiffs in the suit, Sierra Skipper, and her sister, Savannah Skipper, by and through her father, Hubert Preston Skipper II, are blaming Michael Johnson for the death of their mother, Margaret Leah Skipper.
43rd Apple Festival kicks off
Saying this year’s Apple Festival will be the biggest and best is something festival chairwoman Deva Hair says every year. “It really is as we have more vendors and events for every member of the family,” said Hair. Magic Apple Hunt New this year is the Magic Apple Hunt, which begins at 10 a.m. Friday and ends at 6 p.m. Saturday.
Home and garden show set for Oct. 14
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Police News: September 13, 2017
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Nearly 900 families in Casey get help each month
During the month of September, Feeding America, Kentucky’s Heartland, together with the Feeding America nationwide network of food banks, will mobilize across all 50 states in an effort to bring an end to hunger. Hunger Action Month is designed to inspire people to take action and raise awareness that 42 million Americans, including 13 million children, are food insecure, according to the USDA.
Liberty City Council amends two ordinances
Property owners who have a problem with pets defecating in their yards now have an advocate if they choose to file a complaint — the county attorney. Liberty City Council held second reading and adopted an ordinance Monday that allows a property owner to file a complaint about a pet with the county attorney, and without having a police officer issue a citation. “We’ve worked this out to where the courts will handle this.
Lee returns to Casey school district
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Unrestricted free agent Tamme knows importance of staying spiritually fit
With four state high school football championships under his belt, four years playing at the University of Kentucky (UK) — holding the all-time receiving record at UK for a tight end — and playing for nine years in the NFL, including three Super Bowls, one might say Jacob Tamme has had a fulfilling and successful life. However, the unsigned free agent who played last season for the NFC Champion Atlanta Falcons takes his successes — and challenges — in stride.
What’s going on at Gateway Park?
With new ball fields, fencing, lights, and dugouts at Gateway Park paid for by the county, other areas of the park haven’t received the same kind of attention. For example, a swing set near the children’s playground sits idle, the chains and seats missing. However, improvements and upgrades are on the way for children who don’t play baseball or softball, said Judge-Executive Randy Dial. New playground equipment has been ordered and is scheduled to be installed soon.
Aid supplies headed to Houston
With an estimated 30,000 to 40,000 houses destroyed along the coast of Texas, and with hundreds of thousands of displaced people who lost everything after Hurricane Harvey landed last week, aid and supplies are pouring into the area from all over the country. In Casey County, sixth-graders at Walnut Hill Elementary mounted a herculean effort in three days to collect three tractor-trailer loads of supplies that left Friday, headed for Houston.
Teacher studies in the Pacific
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Campbellsville University to offer classes at downtown college
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Fall festivals abound in the area, begin Saturday
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Filing date approaching for 2018 elections
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NFL: Tamme thankful as football season nears
DANVILLE, Ky. (BP) -- With four state high school football championships under his belt, four years playing at the University of Kentucky, holding the all-time receiving record at UK for a tight end, and playing for nine years in the NFL, including three Super Bowls, one might say Jacob Tamme has had a fulfilling and successful life. However, the unsigned free agent who played last season for the NFC Champion Atlanta Falcons takes his successes -- and challenges -- in stride.
Adair County man indicted on 297 sex charges
An Adair County man has been indicted on almost 300 counts of sex charges, including a human trafficking charge. William Todd Bryant, 45, of Snake Creek Road, Columbia, faces a charge of human trafficking, victim under 18 years of age. The indictment states Bryant intentionally subjected an unnamed boy, born in 2007, to commercial sexual activity.
NFL: Tamme thankful as football season nears
DANVILLE, Ky. (BP) -- With four state high school football championships under his belt, four years playing at the University of Kentucky, holding the all-time receiving record at UK for a tight end, and playing for nine years in the NFL, including three Super Bowls, one might say Jacob Tamme has had a fulfilling and successful life. However, the unsigned free agent who played last season for the NFC Champion Atlanta Falcons takes his successes -- and challenges -- in stride.
Police News: August 23, 2017
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Constable recovers stolen vehicle
Out on patrol Aug. 4, Constable Ralph Mondie saw a man driving a stolen vehicle on Wilson Ridge Road. Pursuing the Chevrolet S-10 pickup belonging to Danny Duncan, Mondie knew Zachery D. Grider, 20, of 140 Liberty Manor Lane, was accused of having driven away from S&T Market without paying for gasoline. Refusing to stop, Grider went off into a yard and hit a fence. When Mondie approached the vehicle on foot, Grider tried to run over the officer.
Former nursing home administrator indicted on 297 sex charges
An Adair County man who had ties to Casey County as the former administrator of Liberty Care and Rehabilitation Center has been indicted in Adair County on almost 300 counts of sex charges, including a human trafficking charge. William Todd Bryant, 45, of Snake Creek Road, Columbia, faces a charge of human trafficking, victim under 18 years of age. The indictment states Bryant intentionally subjected an unnamed boy, born in 2007, to commercial sexual activity.
Casey grand jury hears arson, other cases
A Casey County grand jury has indicted two men on second-degree arson charges Aug. 11. Michael Lee Turpin is accused of starting a fire or causing an explosion on Jan. 22, 2017, in a building used as an apartment/or garage owned by George Webb and/or Brenda Luster. Sheriff Jerry Coffman testified in the case. In an unrelated case, Richard Clyde Payton is accused of starting a fire or causing an explosion Oct.11, 2016 in a mobile home owned by Sonya Ann Hurley and occupied by Deirdre Fletcher.
Constable hired as Liberty police officer
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School district sets tax hike
Residents can expect to pay a little more during FY 2018 when it comes to the school tax. Meeting Aug. 14 in regular session, Casey County Board of Education members Michael Turner, Marilyn Coffey, Joey Tucker, Vernon Clark, and Melissa Richards voted to accept the 4-percent tax increase. The rate increases from 45.5 cents per $100 of assessed real and tangible property to 47.3 percent, which translates into $218,097 more revenue in 2018.
Federal lawsuit reveals rift in Casey County family business
International travel and intrigue. Luxury cars and houses in exotic locations. An overseas factory that didn’t manufacture products though millions of dollars of orders were placed. Accusations of financial mismanagement and fraudulent wire transfers. Knowingly selling defective equipment at a profit. Although these allegations read like a novel, they form the basis for a lawsuit among family members of Casey County’s largest employer.
Federal lawsuit reveals rift in Tarter family business
International travel and intrigue. Luxury cars and houses in exotic locations. An overseas factory that didn’t manufacture products though millions of dollars of orders were placed. Accusations of financial mismanagement and fraudulent wire transfers. Knowingly selling defective equipment at a profit. Although these allegations read like a novel, they form the basis for a lawsuit among family members of Casey County’s largest employer.
Police News: August 16, 2017
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The scoop on the poop ordinance amendment
Liberty City Council held first reading Monday on an ordinance amendment dealing with animals and where they defecate. Councilman Doug Johnson is the author of the changes to the amendment.
Tourism commission grants $27,500 for decorations
The Liberty Tourism and Convention Commission has awarded $27,500 for two different requests for holiday lights and decorations. Meeting Aug. 10, the commission considered and approved a request for $25,000 from Chad Tyner and the Liberty-Casey County Chamber of Commerce to purchase additional light sculptures for Liberty Island.
Man shoots gun at yard sale
A Dunnville man has been arrested and charged in an incident where he allegedly shot a gun during the U.S. 127 yard sale. Jamie Passmore, 43, of 5105 N. U.S. 127, was arrested Aug. 5 at his residence by Russell County Deputy Evan Burton and charged with three counts of first-degree wanton endangerment, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, and third-degree terroristic threatening. The citation states Passmore shot in the air one time with a double-barrel shotgun.
Yoga studio opens in Liberty
A transplanted South Afrikaner via California and now a resident of Casey County is bringing a relatively new concept of health and wellness to the county. Gillian Catlett has opened a yoga studio at 1173 S. U.S. 127 in the metal building housing the Direct TV office. Catlett and her husband, Vaughn, bought a farm in Casey County in 2007 while living in California. They relocated here in June.
Police News: August 9, 2017
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Update on construction projects in Liberty
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Biologist weighs in on bat situation
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Police News: Aug. 2, 2017
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Mayor responds to PSC ruling
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Questions remain in wrongful death settlement
Questions abound as to what happened the night of July 5, 2016, when Jerry Hardwick was booked into the Casey County Detention Center and subsequently died in the facility. Casey County Coroner Curt Demrow stated in a report the cause of death was “methamphetamine intoxication. Dehydration is a contributing factor to death.
White Oak Union Church reopens
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