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LET THE PROS PROVIDE YOUR JULY 4 7-8-09
Home fireworks are risky, Fire Marshal says
FRANKFORT, Ky. (June 27, 2008) – Many Kentuckians enjoy the tradition of viewing fireworks as they celebrate the Independence Day holiday. To help ensure that your holiday celebration is safe, attend a community fireworks show, advises Kentucky State Fire Marshal William Swope Jr.
"Professional fireworks shows are staged by experienced companies that take all the safety precautions," Swope said. "Plus, a pyrotechnics show is a much more exciting experience than setting off fireworks at home."
Home fireworks carry substantial risks for little reward, Swope said. In Kentucky, only Class 1.4G (consumer) fireworks are allowed by law. This excludes firecrackers, roman candles, and any other device that explodes or shoots in the air.
Every year throughout the United States, thousands of people end up in hospital emergency rooms with injuries from fireworks. In 2007, hospitals treated nearly 10,000 such injuries. Moreover, 90 percent of the injuries were caused by legal fireworks, according to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).
Beyond the injury factor, home fireworks cause many fires. Independence Day sees more fires in the United States than any other day of the year, with most fires caused by fireworks, the NFPA reports. In 2005, fireworks caused an estimated 1,800 structure fires and 700 vehicle fires.
For those who choose to use home fireworks, here are some tips:
Always read and observe label directions.
Remember to keep water handy.
Always have an adult present.
Never re-light a "dud" firework.
Don't give fireworks, including sparklers, to small children.
Stay away from dry vegetation.
Swope's remarks came during a news conference promoting summer safety. The Cabinet for Health and Family Services has established a Web page offering safety tips on a variety of summer activities. The Web address is http://chfs.ky.gov/summersafety08

Survivor 6-13-08
All around us, there are heroes. We see them in the movies and on TV, hear about them on the news, and read about them in the newspaper. The score the winning basket or bring home the gold medal. They fight for our freedom on distant shores and save lives at our local hospital. Right here in our local community, we have heroes that may be unsung, but are important and observe recognition. That recognition will come at the Relay For Life of Breathitt County when we honor our cancer survivors. If you are one of these heroes, please allow us to honor you.
Cancer survivors (anyone who has ever been diagnosed with cancer) are invited to walk the opening lap to celebrate their victory over cancer. It will be held at Douthitt Park on June 20, 2008 at 7 PM. There is no cost and all survivors receive a free tee-shirt. Please call Dana at 666-2005 for more information or to add your name to the list. You, the survivor, are our featured guest, our V.I.P, and we want to honor as many survivors as possible.
Because cancer rarely impacts just the survivor, we want to extend an invitation to our caregivers as well. You have helped our heroes through the tough battles, and we salute you. Please join us as we celebrate, remember, and fight back.
Survival is an attitude, and you as a survivor know this. On June 1, during National Cancer Survivor Day, cancer survivors nationwide will be honored for the courage they have shown. Please accept our invitation to honor your courage at our Relay event. You have faced obstacles and shown confidence, and have grown stronger for this. Join us at Douthitt Park on June 20. Cancer survivors give hope to others facing this disease. You are our heroes, and it is with utmost respect that we honor you. See you on the 20th of June!

Kentucky State Police Coming To Bowling Green Looking For Trooper Applicants 1-01-08
FRANKFORT, Ky. (December 20, 2007) - The Kentucky State Police announces that testing for trooper applicants will be held at 8:30 a.m. (CST) on Saturday, January 5, 2008, at the Warren Central High School, 559 Morgantown Road, Bowling Green.
“Recruiting and training new troopers is a constant effort,” says KSP Commissioner Rodney Brewer. “During the past year, 30 sworn officers have retired from the agency. To maintain our strength and quality goals, we’re always looking for motivated men and women who want to make a difference in a law enforcement career. Opportunities are many for those who can prove themselves. Our color is gray and our gender is trooper.”
“The Kentucky State Police has always had a large group of applicants from the Bowling Green post area,” remarks Capt. Bill Payton, commander of the Bowling Green post. “We encourage anyone who is interested in becoming a Kentucky State Trooper to contact the post for more information. If you meet the minimum requirements, you will be able to test here in Bowling Green.”
A recruiter will be at the Bowling Green State Police Post on Friday, January 4, 2008, from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM to answer questions and meet with interested applicants. You may also contact the Kentucky State Police Recruitment Branch at 1-866-360-3165. Anyone interested in obtaining information about joining the KSP can call the number during office hours from 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. (ET), Monday through Friday, or leave a message any other time. More information and application forms available for download are on the Internet at http://www.kentuckystatepolice.org/.
Applicants to the KSP must be 21 years of age, a U.S. citizen, in good health and possess a valid drivers license with no more than six driver demerit points. Applicants must also possess a minimum of 60 college credit hours or an associate’s degree from an accredited college or university or be a high school graduate with at least two years of either active military duty or experience as a full-time, sworn law enforcement officer.
Applications are also being accepted for a potential accelerated-entry class. The accelerated-entry program shortens the length of cadet training from 23 weeks to 11 weeks for current Kentucky peace officers with at least three (3) years of full-time law enforcement duty. These officers must also be a Peace Officer Professional Standards (POPS) certified officer.
The starting salary for a Kentucky State Trooper, including a training stipend, is nearly $40,000.

Theft by Deception
A former Clay City business owner was to stand trial for three counts of theft by deception, but entered a guilty plea and could be sentenced up to five years behind bars.
Betty Moore, 50, Black Creek Road , former owner of Buck’s Pizza was arrested at Arby’s Restaurant in the Stanton Food Court by Stanton Police and lodged in the Powell County Jail under a $50,000 cash bond.
The Powell County Grand Jury returned three indictments on June 20, against Moore for theft by deception after writing worthless checks to pay for goods for the business. Court records states that in December 2006 on three different occasions, Moore committed the offense of theft by deception by obtaining goods from Presto Foods, of Louisville , with checks drawn on the account of Buck’s Pizza at Partners First Federal Credit Union.
The checks totaled $2,522.99.
Moore ’s bond was reduced to $12,500 property only and will be sentenced on Oct. 17 in Powell Circuit Court.

Assault 1st Degree In Leslie County
On 07/07/2007 at approximately 03:11 hrs Kentucky State Police Post 13 in Hazard received a call from the Mary Breckinridge Hospital reference having two gunshot wound victims in the emergency room for treatment.
Troopers arrived and identified Robert Burton, age 38 of Berea, Ky. and Chris Dooley, age 20 of Richmond, Ky. had received wounds from gunshots. Preliminary investigation indicates that Roger Trent, age 39 of Sizerock, Ky. had committed the assault.
Both Burton and Dooley were airlifted to U.K. Medical Center from the Mary Breckinridge Hospital. Roger Trent was arrested and charged with Assault 1st Degree (2 counts) and lodged in the Clay County Detention Center. The incident remains under investigation by Det. Clayton Stamper.

Attorney General Stumbo Announces Arrest of Caretaker                                                                     Who Worked at London Assisted Living Facility
FRANKFORT, KY (May 18, 2007) – Attorney General Greg Stumbo today announced the arrest of Harold Dwayne Hubbard, age 23, for allegedly abusing a 29-year-old resident of a London, Kentucky assisted living facility by throwing him to the floor and putting him in a wrestling hold that resulted in pain and injury to the victim.
Hubbard, of Manchester , Kentucky , is charged with Knowingly Abusing a Vulnerable Adult, a Class C Felony punishable by up to 10 years in prison and a $10,000 fine. The incident is reported to have taken place on February 14, 2006 at 1104 South Main Street in London KY. The location is a community assisted living facility operated by New Foundations, which has previously run 17 similar houses in the area.
“This is the second case of a worker at this facility being charged with caring for a resident and instead injuring them,” said Attorney General Stumbo. “KBI agents are working diligently to crack down on abuse of our most vulnerable citizens. These victims deserve justice and my office will fight to see that they get it.”
On April 6, 2007, Attorney General Stumbo announced the arrest of Charles R. Gabbard, age 23, for allegedly abusing a 41-year-old resident of the Bush House, also operated by New Foundations. In that incident, Gabbard is reported to have tackled the resident to the ground in front of the facility, fracturing the victim’s left arm. Gabbard is presently awaiting a preliminary hearing scheduled for later this month.
Kentucky Bureau of Investigation agent John Dudinskie worked closely with the London Police Department and the Laurel County Adult Protective Services in this investigation. Gabbard was arrested by KBI Agents and is being held in the Laurel County Jail on $25,000 bond.
Other investigations are ongoing at New Foundations. No further information regarding those investigations can be made public at this time. However, anyone with information on incidents of abuse that have occurred at any New Foundations location is encouraged to contact the Attorney General’s Medicaid Fraud and Abuse Control Unit’s Abuse Tip Line at 1-877-ABUSE-TIP (877-228-7384).

Perry Co. Fire Fatality
On 03/17/07 at approximately 3:40 am the Kentucky State Police in Hazard received a call of a cabin fire in the Viper Community of Perry County. The caller advised that someone may possibly be inside. Upon arrival of Viper Fire Dept. and Kentucky State Police the fire was extinguished. The fire dept. searched the scene and at approximately 05:35 am the remains of 19 year old Jonah Pratt of Viper, Ky. was located. The victim was pronounced deceased at the scene by the Perry County Coroner’s Office. The body has been sent to the State Medical Examiners Office for an autopsy to determine the cause of death. No foul play is suspected at this time. The cause of the fire is still under investigation by Arson Investigator James Burnett and Det. Clayton Stamper.

CUTTING CORNERS FOR WINTER HEAT COULD COST YOUR LIFE
State agencies offer safety tips for heating your home
FRANKFORT, Ky. (Jan. 3, 2007) – With winter upon us, firefighters, building code enforcement officials and other public safety experts are warning about the use of alternative heat sources such as wood-burning stoves, space heaters, oil burning heaters and fireplaces.
The Kentucky Office of Housing, Buildings and Construction (OHBC), which includes the Office of the State Fire Marshal, the Division of Fire Prevention and the Division of Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning, offers Kentuckians safety tips for heating homes this winter.
In the event of winter storm damage that knocks out electrical power, have a plan and course of action to ensure the safety of your family and all occupants of your home. Avoid makeshift heating, which can be dangerous – even life-threatening.
Operating a kitchen oven with the door propped open is extremely hazardous, especially with a gas appliance. If the flame goes out, gas continues to flow, creating a danger of carbon monoxide poisoning.
The OHBC, including all the agencies mentioned above, offer the following safety checklist.
Burning fuels safely
Never use flammable liquids to start a fire.
Use only seasoned hardwood. Soft, moist wood accelerates creosote buildup.
Never burn cardboard boxes, trash or other debris in your fireplace or wood stove.
Never leave a fire in the fireplace unattended. Extinguish before going to bed or leaving the house.
Soak hot ashes in water and place them in a metal container outside the house.
Protecting the inside of your home
Never use a charcoal grill for indoor heating or cooking. It produces carbon monoxide, which can be lethal.
Beware of burning candles. Never leave candles unattended, even for a short time. If you leave the room, extinguish all candles.
Have your heating system inspected, serviced and maintained by a licensed HVAC contractor.
Ensure and provide proper venting for all heating equipment.
Make sure your home is properly insulated.
Keep the fireplace damper closed when the fireplace is not in use.
Install smoke alarms on every level of your home. Change batteries once a year.
Maintain at least a 36-inch clearance between space heaters and anything that can burn.
Protecting the outside of your home
Stack firewood outdoors at least 30 feet away form the house.
Keep the roof clear of leaves, pine needles and other debris.
Cover the chimney with a mesh screen spark arrester.
Remove any branches hanging above the chimney, flues or vents.
Keep fireplaces and wood stoves clean
Have your chimney or wood stove inspected and cleaned annually by a certified chimney specialist.
Always use a metal mesh screen with fireplaces. Leave glass doors open while burning a fire.
Keep air inlets on wood stoves open, and never restrict air supply to fireplaces.
Be aware of creosote buildup. It could lead to a chimney fire.
Only use fire-resistant materials on walls around wood stoves.
The OHBC is an agency within the Environmental and Public Protection Cabinet. Additional information can be found on the Web at www.ohbc.ky.gov.

ATV Helmet Law
In Breathitt County, ATV’s are a part of most all of our lives, however, use of ATV’s can quickly turn deadly. From 2002 to 2004, Kentucky had the nation’s fastest growing death rate among all-terrain vehicle (ATV) users, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission. In the 2002-2004 time period, 106 Kentuckians died as a result of an ATV accident with a couple coming here in our community. That is an alarming number.
Because of safety concerns, a new law passed by this year’s General Assembly requires children under the age of 16 to wear helmets while riding ATVs on both public as well as private land. Those ages 16 and older must wear helmets while riding on public property where ATVs are permitted. The headgear requirement does not apply in the following situations, though:
·Farm- or agriculture-related activities;
·Mining or mining exploration activities;
·Logging activities; or
·Any other business, commercial or industrial activity.
The fine for failing to wear protective headgear when required is $20 to $50.
Despite what their name implies, ATVs are not really all-terrain. They are not for use on paved roads and highways. In fact, they are dangerous on these surfaces.
Kentucky law permits ATV drivers on the roads for only two reasons, and with specific restrictions:
·By law, ATVs can be driven on roads for up to 0.2 miles—and that is only if the driver is using the ATV for a farm- or agriculture-related activity. This allows farmers to drive to different sections of their farms legally.
·ATV drivers can cross roads when going from trail to trail. For instance, if a hunter is using his ATV on property that is divided by a road, he or she can drive the ATV across that road to get to the other side of the property. The driver must cross the road as close to a 90-degree angle as possible in order to comply with the law.
ATV drivers who drive on roads must be at least 16 years of age and have a valid driver’s license.
The limited access to driving on roads for short distances is intended to make life a little easier for people who are obeying the law by driving their ATVs off Kentucky roads and to save lives. These exceptions in no way should be used as excuses to break the law. ATVs are very dangerous and should be treated that way. Parents should closely monitor use by children. Those who drive ATVs on roads for any other reason can face a fine of $20-$50. Please be safe and enjoy your ATV in the right way.

Nineteen Die On Kentucky Roadways Last Week    (August 7 through August 13)                                   (FRANKFORT, Ky.) - Preliminary statistics* indicate that 19 people died in 19 separate crashes on Kentucky’s roadways from Monday, Aug. 7, 2006, through Sunday, August 13, 2006.
Preliminary data indicates that alcohol was a factor in three of the crashes. Sixteen of the crashes involved motor vehicles and three involved motorcycles. Ten of the 16 motor vehicle victims were not wearing seat belts and the seatbelt status of one of the victims is unknown. Two of the three motorcycle victims were not wearing helmets.
Two motor vehicle crashes occurred in Floyd County and two in Laurel County. The remaining 12 motor vehicle crashes occurred in Boone, Campbell, Daviess, Estill, Garrard, Jefferson, Jessamine, Lincoln, McCracken, McCreary, Powell and Rockcastle counties. Two motorcycle crashes occurred in Madison County and one in Ballard County.
Through August 13, 2006, a total of 538 people have lost their lives on Kentucky roadways. This is 26 fewer than those reported for this time period in 2005. Of the 538 fatalities, 29 were pedestrians and 54 were motorcyclists, 33 of whom were not wearing helmets. There were six ATV crash victims, none of whom were wearing helmets. There was one bicycle victim. Of the 448 motor vehicle fatalities, 285 victims were not wearing seatbelts and the seatbelt status of 32 of the victims is not known.
Citizens can contribute to highway safety by reporting erratic drivers to the Kentucky State Police toll-free at 1-800-222-5555. Callers will remain anonymous and should give a description of the vehicle, location, direction of travel and license number if possible.

Death Investigation in Mercer Co.
On Monday, July 10th, 2006 at approximately 1001 hours, the Kentucky State Police Post 7, received a call concerning the body of an unknown white male found between a set of railroad tracks at the E.W. Brown Power Plant in Burgin, Ky. KSP personnel responded to the scene along with deputies of the Mercer County Sheriff's Department. The body was found around 0930 hours. The deceased is described as a white male between the age of 30-40 years, 6' feet in height, weight 240 lbs., with brown hair and eyes. The deceased wore a goatee and had several tatoos on his body. One tatoo is barbed wire around the left arm and flames on the shoulder. The deceased was wearing Tommy Hilfiger jeans, New Balance athletic shoes, white tube socks and a navy t-shirt with Boot Hill Saloon emblazoned on the pocket of the t-shirt. The deceased was pronounced dead at the scene by Mercer County Coroner Billy Ransdell. The body was taken to the State Medical Examiners Office where an autopsy will be conducted. Anyone with information regarding this case is asked to contact Kentucky State Police Post 7 at 1-800-222-5555 or (859) 623-2404.

KY 15 to be closed overnight on Saturday, June 17 for overpass demolition
JACKSON, KY. - (June 5, 2006) -- To allow for demolition of a pedestrian overpass that partially collapsed on March 31 due to repeated impacts from overheight loads, KY 15 in Perry County near Hazard High School will be closed from 8 p.m. Saturday, June 17 to 8 a.m. Sunday, June 18.
This closure will affect through traffic between Whitesburg and Hazard, as well as local traffic between the Hazard Bypass and Bulldog Lane.
Traffic will be rerouted onto KY 451 through Lothair and Christopher via a marked detour. However, the detour route has a height restriction of 13 feet, 6 inches, and weight restrictions ranging from 20 to 36 tons depending on the type of truck. Vehicles exceeding those height and weight limits will need to find an alternate route during the closure. No oversized vehicle detour route will be specified or marked, but one option is to use KY 160 and KY 80 through Knott County.
Law enforcement personnel will be asked to enforce the restrictions on the detour route to preserve the structural integrity of the KY 451 bridge crossing the North Fortk of the Kentucky River.
The closure is expected to last no longer than 12 hours while the damaged pedestrian bridge is removed.

Official State Dance has Local Roots
Kentucky now has an official state dance, clogging. The idea for the bill originated in Mrs. Amber Raleigh-Allen’s fifth grade class at LBJ Elementary. Supporters from across the state showed up at the capitol to celebrate this wonderful occasion in Kentucky’s history.
Earlier in the year, Rep. Ted Edmonds was visiting Mrs. Allen’s class while students were sharing projects over the Thirteen Colonies. Students observed that many states had an official dance and inquired to Mr. Edmonds if Kentucky had a state dance. After some discussion, the students decided that clogging should be our state dance. That’s when Mr. Edmonds went to work. The class saw first hand how government works.
Rep. Edmonds sponsored the bill which was signed into law on Monday by Gov. Ernie Fletcher in Frankfort. Also present at the signing was Richard Jett, the operator of Hoedown Island at Natural Bridge State Resort Park.
Mrs. Allen and the entire fifth grade class would like to thank Rep. Edmonds for taking the time to share his knowledge of government and for working so diligently in sponsoring this bill. This was a wonderful experience for all those involved.

Slow Down To Get There
Safety Message Urges Motorists to be Cautious &
Reduce Speeds in Roadway Work Zones
FRANKFORT, KY (March 31, 2006) – Warmer weather signals the beginning of road construction season. In an effort to spotlight work zone safety, the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC), its employees, highway contractors and law enforcement officers are reminding drivers to slow down, be attentive and drive cautiously through work zones.
“It is the Transportation Cabinet’s number one priority to ensure that our road crews are working in the safest environment possible,” said Transportation Cabinet Secretary Bill Nighbert. “These men and women risk their lives every day and every night so that we can safely drive to our destinations.”
The theme for the national work zone safety campaign is “working at the speed of night.” Building upon the national safety theme, KYTC is coordinating work zone safety events in every highway district. The month-long work zone safety campaign kicks off tonight in Fayette County.
“Motorists must realize that driving conditions change drastically inside work zones,” said Dan Barnett, the Transportation Cabinet’s director of “Drive Smart” operations. “It does not matter what time of day or night it is, drivers should slow down, expect the unexpected and use extreme caution when driving in a work zone.”
The backdrop for tonight’s 8:30PM event was scheduled to be the concrete rehabilitation project on the I-75/I-64 combined route. However, due to afternoon rains, tonight’s press event has been moved to the District Seven Office Building.
The I-75/I-64 project began last year but was unable to be completed before winter. The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, in an effort to decrease the inconvenience to motorists and provide for a safer project, has allowed this work to take place around the clock from Friday night until Sunday morning. By doing this the project will be completed in one weekend instead of spreading the work out over several weeks. Motorists can expect delays throughout the weekend as I-75 will be reduced to one lane through Sunday afternoon.
In Kentucky, there were 8 fatalities in work zones during 2005 and six of the eight victims were either drivers or passengers of motor vehicles that crashed inside the work zone. There were also 199 injuries from the 529 total traffic crashes in work zones last year.
During 2004, there were four fatalities in work zones along with 177 injuries and 560 total crashes. Fortunately, the statistics from 2004 and 2005 are better than in 2003. During 2003 there were 9 fatalities, 317 injuries and 826 total traffic crashes in Kentucky work zones.
“One accident in a work zone is one too many. Safety in a construction zone concerns workers and the motoring public,” said Charles Lovorn, Executive Director of the Kentucky Association of Highway Contractors. “The construction industry wants the work zone to be safe for everyone. This requires the workers to be aware of their position on the job and requires the motorist to be aware of a safe driving speed, the conditions of traffic flow and to be attentive as they drive through a work zone. One small, careless, mistake by either the worker or the motorist can cause a severe accident.”
KYTC work zone safety events will take place as follows:
Tuesday, April 4, 2006
8:30pm Hooper Station Rd (KY 1790) overpass of I-64 Shelby County
Wednesday, April 5, 2006
2pm Natcher Green River Parkway near mile marker 68, Owensboro
8pm US 45 Ohio River Bridge, Paducah
Wednesday, April 12, 2006
8pm US 119 Bent Branch, Johns Creek
Thursday, April 13, 2006
8pm I-64 Catlettsburg/Ashland, Boyd County
Monday, April 17, 2006
7:30pm Intersection of KY 1247 & US 27, Pulaski County
7:15pm KY 15 Breathitt County
Wednesday, April 19, 2006
8pm I-75 Rest Area Whitley County (northbound)
Thursday, April 20, 2006
4pm I-65 Welcome Center in Simpson County (northbound)
Thursday, April 27, 2006
8pm Turfway Park & Ride lot, Turfway Road, Florence
Friday, April 28, 2006
4pm I-65 Hardin County near 98 mile marker
Law enforcement officers will also be constantly monitoring work zone for speeding and reckless drivers. Work zone safety is a growing roadway safety concern in the United States and Kentucky.
“Our responsibility is to ensure traffic laws are followed so we can create the safest possible environment for drivers,” said Greg Howard, Commissioner of Kentucky Vehicle Enforcement. "We take that responsibility very seriously. The safety of the workers and of the people who are in vehicles going through work zones is at stake.”
Statistics from the Federal Highway Administration indicate there were more than 800 work zone fatalities in the U.S. during 2004, which is the most recent complete years’ data.
Safety experts have compiled a “top 10” list of safe driving tips for motorists to remember when traveling through a construction zone. Those tips are:
1.EXPECT THE UNEXPECTED!
2.SLOW DOWN!
3.DON'T TAILGATE! KEEP A SAFE DISTANCE BETWEEN YOU AND THE CAR AHEAD OF YOU.
4.KEEP A SAFE DISTANCE BETWEEN YOUR VEHICLE AND THE CONSTRUCTION WORKERS AND THEIR EQUIPMENT.
5.PAY ATTENTION TO THE SIGNS!
6.OBEY ROAD CREW FLAGGERS!
7.STAY ALERT AND MINIMIZE DISTRACTIONS!
8.KEEP UP WITH THE TRAFFIC FLOW.
9.SCHEDULE ENOUGH TIME TO DRIVE SAFELY. Call 5-1-1 or go to www.511.ky.gov for Kentucky traffic and travel information.
10.BE PATIENT AND STAY CALM.

Independent Ministry Opens for Community 3-20-06
We are an independent ministry and we are operating out of Riverside Christian School. The website is:
http://www.lighthousechristianministries.net
We meet on Friday's from 6:00-8:00pm. Its for children of all ages. Were giving the community more activities to do.

Kentucky Transportation Cabinet and Buckhorn Lake State Park Officials Team Up to Encourage Visitors to "Drive Smart"
Buckhorn, KY- (Aug. 18, 2005) - The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet and the Kentucky Department of Parks are promoting driver safety. A new "Drive Smart" sign is now installed at the exit of Buckhorn Lake State Resort Park.
"The new signs are a great advocate for driver safety across the state of Kentucky," said Dan Barnett, director of Kentucky's Drive Smart program. "We want to reach out to park visitors and remind them to be safe and to drive smart when returning home from their visit at one of our beautiful state parks."
The signs include the Kentucky State Parks logo, the Drive Smart logo and the Kentucky Unbridled Spirit brand. There will be 50 of the new signs put up in Kentucky's State Parks.
"This is an extremely busy time of year for our state parks," said Parks Commissioner George Ward. "Hopefully, these new signs will remind our visitors how important it is to drive smart. We want to see them back at one of our wonderful resorts next year."
All of the signs are expected to be installed at Kentucky State Parks by Labor Day weekend. Nearly eight million people visit Kentucky State Parks each year.
PHOTO HERE
Present at the unveiling of the Drive Smart sign at Buckhorn Lake State Resort Park on Thursday, Aug. 18 were: from left, Roy Mundy, Commissioner of the Department of Vehicle Regulation: Judy Cook, Manager of Buckhorn Lake State Resort Park; Veda Wooton, Mayor of Buckhorn; Sonia Sanders, Deputy Commissioner of the Department of Vehicle Regulation; and John Paul, Assistant Director of the Department of Parks for the Eastern Region. Photo by H.B. Elkins, Public Information Officer, Department of Highways District 10.

One Dead 3 injured in ATV Accident
Altro, KY    7-11-05 Approximately 1:30pm, July 10th, Sunday afternoon, an ATV driven by a 14 year old boy, was traveling on Elige-Roberts Road in the Altro community when it collided with a motorcycle driven by a 15 year old youth and a 11 year old passenger. The ATV driver had a 3 year old sitting in front of him when the accident occured. Acoording to Kentucky State Trooper, Sandlin, the driver of the motorcyle, Jonathon Combs, died late Sunday night from his injuries. The 3 year old child was taken by personal vehicle to KRMC where he was then flown to UK Medical Center. The passenger of the motorcycle was also flown to UK Medical Center where he is listed in critical condition. The names of those involved in the accident are withheld at request, with the exception of Mr. Combs. The accident is still under investigation by the Kentucky State Police.

From K.S.P.
Two Charged in Connection with AMBER Alert Last Thursday
(MONTICELLO, KY) - On Monday, February 14, 2005 at 4:32 pm EST, two individuals were arrested and charged with one count each of Falsely Reporting an Incident in connection with the AMBER Alert issued last Thursday evening. Jeremy Allen Cross, 26 yoa, and Jennifer K. Cross, 39 yoa, both of Monticello, Kentucky were lodged in the Wayne County Detention Center. Mr. Cross is the biological father of the children reported abducted from Bell Elementary last Thursday evening. The children were located safe in Georgia, with their mother, several hours after the reported abduction. The crime of Falsely Reporting an Incident is a Class A misdemeanor punishable by up to 12 months in jail. The arrests were made by Kentucky State Trooper Parrish Baker and Wayne County Deputy Sheriff Derek Lester. The investigation is ongoing.

Pacific Lumber Employee injured in accident 2-7-05
Breathitt County A Pacific Lumber employee was seriously injured earlier today, when the truck he was driving, on Hwy 52 from Beattyville, dropped off the highway. Rudolph Fraley, then lost control of the truck, sliding across the roadway before crashing through a guardrail and dropping some 35- 50 ft. below onto the railroad track. Mr. Fraley was airlifted from Douthitt Park with serious head injuries. PHOTOS HERE

Lexington Hearld Leader JACKSON DEPUTY JAILER FACES DRUG CHARGES 1-20-05
A deputy jailer in Breathitt County wound up in his own jail Monday after being charged with selling OxyContin, a powerful painkiller, out of his home, said Dan Smoot of Operation UNITE, a federally funded anti-drug program. Elbert Fugate, 32, of Jackson was charged with first-degree trafficking in a controlled substance in an indictment warrant served by Jackson City Police and UNITE officers. Fugate has been suspended without pay, pending the outcome of his case.

Breathitt Jail employee arrested for dealing drugs. 1-18-05
Jackson, KY. Breathitt County Jail employee Elbert Fugate was arrested Monday, by UNITE taskforce for dealing drugs. According to Jailer James Turner, he is confident that no drugs were distributed at the jail, and he has fully cooperated with UNITE in the investigation. He noted Mr. Fugate was hired by the previous administration. The case is still under investigation.

Press Release From Jailer James Elliott Turner:
I would like to release a statement on behalf of the Breathitt County Jail. Mr. Elbert Fugate, deputy jailer, was arrested at the Jackson city police station by the Unite Coalition on January 17, 2005 and was placed in custody at the Breathitt County Jail. Mr. Fugate has been dismissed from his position as deputy jailer, a position he has held for 5 years, the last 2 years being employed under my administration.
The Breathitt County Jail has fully cooperated with the Unite Coalition for approximately one year during this investiaigiton. I, as your Breathitt County Jailer, will not tolerate this type of conduct from any employee under my administration. Policy and procedure at the Breathitt County Jail will be strictly enforced. The Breathitt County Jail will continue to work closely with all law enforcement agencies. Feel free to contact me at anytime with questions or concerns at 666-3800 or 666-4005.The Unite Drug Coalition can be contacted at 1-866-90UNITE.
*Mr. Fugate was hired under the previous administration
*There were no evidence of any illegal drug activity in the Breathitt County Jail according to UNITE.
“Drugs are a cancer to society and we need to do everything we possible can to keep our community drug free,” stated Jailer James Elliott Turner

From WKYT News
The deputy jailer in Breathitt County is on the other side of the cell bars.
Elbert Fugate was arrested this afternoon and is being held in the Breathitt County Jail.
UNITE officials tracked down and arrested Elbert Fugate Monday afternoon on 1110 in Breathitt County.
Fugate has been charged with trafficking in a controlled substance, more specifically, OxyContin.
"We received complaints that Mr. Fugate was trafficking in the jail. We contacted the Breathitt County Jailer Himself. He allowed us to search the jail and he participated fully in the investigation," Dan Smoot said.
Fugate has been an employee of the jail for about five years. UNITE officials have been investigating the deputy jailer for about nine months.
While no evidence was ever found at the jail, UNITE officials were able to purchase OxyContin from Fugate at his home. "We're hopeful that when you're placed in jail you're unable to receive drugs in jail, but this is just an example of sometimes it does happen but when agencies work together such as we did today we hope we can stop it," said Smoot.
Fugate remains in the Breathitt County Jail where he's under $5,000 cash bond or $10,000 property bond.