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PRIDE offers environmental ed program to schools 3-8-08
Breathitt County is participating
SOMERSET, KY — School systems that signed up for the PRIDE Environmental Education Outreach Program have been making good use of the PRIDE Education Coordinator who visits classrooms each month to lead fun activities that prepare students for state science tests and life-long environmental stewardship. Since November 2007, the coordinator has worked with 2,338 students in seven counties.
“In just a few months, thousands of students have enjoyed lessons that excited them about nature, all while exposing them to concepts they will encounter on state tests,” said Karen Engle, PRIDE President and Chief Executive Officer. “Because the lessons are fun, students are eager to participate. That means they are more likely to remember and practice what they learn.”
“We are planning now for the 2008-2009 school year, and I want to personally invite all principals to call our office about signing up,” Engle continued. “Our office is at The Center for Rural Development in Somerset , and the phone number is 606-677-6150. Our toll-free number is 888-577-4339. Our e-mail address is PRIDE@centertech.com.”
The outreach program is available across PRIDE’s 38-county service area, but steps must be taken to join. Local schools must commit to implementing the program in cooperation with PRIDE staff. There is a program fee for each county, which can be paid by a variety of organizations such as the fiscal court, city council, school board and conservation district. Currently, Bell , Breathitt, Jackson , Lee, Menifee, Owsley and Pulaski Counties are enrolled in the program.
The program reflects PRIDE’s commitment to showing students why and how they should take personal responsibility for the local environment. The goal is to increase children’s environmental knowledge by providing lessons tied to Kentucky Core Content and involving students in cleanup activities.
The program serves 3rd through 5th grade classes, with an emphasis on 4th graders who are tested on science in the state’s annual CATS testing. A PRIDE education coordinator visits classrooms each month to teach about a different environmental topic, such as recycling, energy, water quality, wetlands, solid waste issues and litter, and wildlife, plant and animal habitat.
The PRIDE Education Coordinator, Sara Gilbert, has been with PRIDE for four years and has experience leading hands-on lessons, cleanup activities and stream walks with students and scout groups. Gilbert earned her Bachelors of Science degree in Wildlife Management at Eastern Kentucky University and completed the Kentucky State Environmental Education Certification Program for non-formal educators.
Eastern Kentucky PRIDE is a nonprofit organization that promotes “Personal Responsibility In a Desirable Environment” in southern and eastern Kentucky . PRIDE works with communities to improve water quality, clean up solid waste problems and increase environmental awareness.
For more information, please visit www.kypride.org.

Be Aware of Bed Bugs 11-14-07
Frankfort, KY (Nov. 9, 2007) – The Kentucky Department for Public Health (DPH) encourages Kentuckians to learn more about bed bugs, a pest that could be lurking in their homes. 
“During the 1940s and 1950s, the bed bug was a common pest in many homes,” said Guy Delius, acting director for the division of public health protection and safety. “Although annoying, the bed bug has not been known to carry disease.”
The bed bug is a small, brownish insect that feeds on the blood of animals. It gets its name primarily because it is most active at night and often hides in the tuffs and folds of bedding.
Reactions to the bite vary by individual but are generally mild, resulting in itching and swelling at the site of the bite. The most significant health concern stems from scratching the bite, which can lead to secondary infection in rare instances.
Signs that you may have a bed bug infestation include unexplained bites after sleeping; blood spotting or staining on mattresses or bedding; and the observance of insects or their discarded skeletal casings.
Public Health Commissioner William Hacker, M.D., recommends that people who think they may have a problem with bed bugs seek advice from their local health department or health care provider.
Accurate identification of the insect followed by treatment by a licensed pest control company is the most effective means for addressing bed bugs. DPH has developed information to help citizens understand more about these insects.
Additional information can be obtained from the local health department, area pest control specialists or the DPH Web site at http://chfs.ky.gov/dph/info/phps/enviromgmt.htm.
You may also call DPH staff members, Erica Brakefield, technical consultant in the environmental management branch, at (502) 564-4856, ext. 3732; or Vonia Grabeel, program administrator in the environmental management branch, at (502) 564-4856, ext. 3724.

Motorists Reminded to ‘Move It’
Quick Clearance Signs Installed Across Commonwealth
JACKSON, KY – (Aug. 13, 2007) -- Motorists along Kentucky’s interstates and parkways, including the Bert T. Combs Mountain Parkway in Powell, Wolfe, Morgan and Magoffin counties, will soon be reminded to “move it” over to the emergency lane if they are involved in a minor fender bender. House Bill 272, known as the Quick Clearance Bill, was passed by the General Assembly and signed into law by Gov. Ernie Fletcher last year. It requires motorists to move damaged vehicles out of the traffic lanes of the interstate or parkway following an accident as long as there are no injuries and the vehicles are able to be moved.
Secretary of Transportation Bill Nighbert says that while the well-being of those involved in a traffic crash is everyone’s primary concern, vehicles can quickly be moved in non-injury crashes and that improves safety for other drivers on the freeway. “By quickly moving vehicles from the traffic lanes traffic backups are reduced which decreases the possibility of a secondary crash. Nationwide, secondary crashes make up 20 percent of all accidents. They usually occur because of traffic backups which can be caused by non-injury wrecks. This measure will save lives, reduce congestion, improve travel and save time and money.”
The quick clearance bill was one of three historic highway safety measures signed into law last year. The term “Quick Clearance” is defined as the practice of rapidly and safely removing temporary obstructions from the roadway.
State Rep. Steve Riggs (D-Louisville) was one of the bill’s sponsors. “The new signs will assist with informing the public about the new law that essentially could save their life or prevent more vehicle crashes. It should also reduce traffic back-ups and congestion that gather around these very minor fender-benders that tend to clog the roadways.”
Eighty-five signs will soon be placed along parkways and interstates to inform travelers of the law. In District 10, westbound motorists along the Mountain Parkway in Magoffin County will be reminded of the new law through a sign to be placed near mile marker 70. A similar sign has already been erected for eastbound travelers on the Mountain Parkway in Clark County.

Breathitt County Shooting 6-18-07
On 06/11/07 at approximately 15:20 hrs Kentucky State Police Post 13 received a 911 call from the Jackson Police Department requesting an ambulance for a gunshot victim.
EMS and State Police responded to the scene to find Sue Lucey, a 59 year old white female of Jackson Ky. with a single gunshot wound to the hand.
Initial investigation indicates that Lucey, her boyfriend Arthur Campbell and Danny Gross were all in the vehicle traveling on Town Hill Road in Jackson when Campbell became angry and fired one shot inside the vehicle. Lucey, who was driving the vehicle, stopped and Campbell exited the vehicle and fired two additional shots into the interior. Lucey was struck in the right wrist and as she drove away, Campbell fired three more shots at the vehicle. The victim drove herself to the Jackson Police Department and was transported by ambulance to the Kentucky River Medical Center and then to Hazard ARH for treatment. Officers from the Jackson Police Department responded to the scene and detained Campbell without incident.
Det. Randy Combs with the Kentucky State Police arrested and charged Arthur Campbell with Assault 1st degree and Wanton Endangerment. Campbell was lodged in Three Forks Regional Detention Center. The shooting remains under investigation by Det. Combs.

Financial Aid Tip of the Month, April 2007
More students using GoHigherKY.org for college planning
More and more Kentucky students are turning to the new GoHigherKy.org Web site for information to help them plan, prepare and pay for college. For some students, such as Larry Joe Fitzpatrick of Martha , Ky. , it changes lives.
Fitzpatrick hadn’t planned to go to college after graduating from Lawrence County High School in 2006, but completing the Web site’s Interest Finder exercise spurred him to consider becoming a physical education teacher. Now he’s a student at Alice Lloyd College in Eastern Kentucky .
He recommends GoHigherKY.org to other students. “Any student who thinks they can’t go to college should look at it,” Fitzpatrick said. “Give it a chance.”
GoHigherKY.org is a one-step Web site for college and career planning. A cooperative effort among colleges, state agencies and other organizations, the site can be used by students, parents, college students, adult students and guidance counselors. Students can run free scholarship searches, transfer information to the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), take virtual tours of colleges, find colleges that match their preferences and apply to colleges online.
The college planning section provides checklists for students in grades 8–12. Beginning with the junior year, the site provides a month-by-month list of actions college-bound students should take. The college planning section also allows students to keep track of their courses and grades as they go through high school.
The Counselor Center helps counselors track their students’ progress through the college admissions process. The center also allows counselors to combine their calendar of events with students’ calendars and communicate with students via online chats and e-mails.
To learn how to plan and prepare for higher education, visit www.GoHigherKY.org. For more information about Kentucky scholarships and grants, visit www.kheaa.com; write KHEAA, P.O. Box 798 , Frankfort , KY 40602-0798 ; or call (800) 928-8926, extension 7381. For more information about student loans, visit www.studentloanpeople.com; write The Student Loan People, P.O. Box 24328 , Louisville , KY 40224-0328 ; or call (888) 678-4625.

KRMC's "Go Red for Women" Health Fair
KRMC will be sponsoring a "Go Red For Women" mini-health fair on Friday, February 23rd 8 to 11 a.m. in the hospital dining room.  Come join us at the Kentucky River Medical Center on February 23rd for cholesterol, blood pressure and glucose screenings along with obtaining important health information to "love your heart".  For more information, please contact Beth Allen at 666-6511.

LANDFILL OWNER INDICTED IN LAUREL COUNTY
Charged with burying illegal materials, falsifying records
LONDON, Ky. (Nov. 17, 2006) – The owner-operator of a construction demolition and debris (CDD) landfill in Laurel County has been indicted on charges that he buried materials that were not permitted and falsified reports to conceal the fact.
The indictment by a Laurel County grand jury charged Dale Greer, of Lily, with two counts of disposing of waste at an “other than permitted site” and eight counts of second-degree forgery. All charges are Class D felonies.
The indictment followed an investigation by the Office of Inspector General (OIG) of the Environmental and Public Protection Cabinet (EPPC).
“We have a responsibility to enforce the environmental laws of our commonwealth, as handed down by our Legislature,” EPPC Secretary Teresa J. Hill said. “We appreciate the prompt action of Laurel County Commonwealth’s Attorney Danny Evans, who accepted our case and presented it to the grand jury.”
The OIG investigation determined that the Dale Greer Landfill was used for disposal of chemical containers, furniture, plastics, auto parts, paper and other materials not covered under a CDD landfill permit.
Forgery charges in the indictment involved Greer’s alleged fabrication of receipts purporting to show nonpermitted waste had been removed and sent elsewhere and of quarterly reports to EPPC that stated no waste was being received at his site.

Financial Aid Tip of the Month, September 2006
Free publications help Kentucky ’s students, parents plan for college
High school counselors across the state are being sent free books to distribute to students to help them plan and prepare for college.
The books, published by the Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority (KHEAA) and The Student Loan Peoplesm, are specifically designed for each grade of high school.
Getting Started advises freshmen how to use their high school years to prepare for college. Getting Set provides sophomores more detailed information about making the most of high school and financial aid programs available to Kentucky students.
For juniors, Getting Ready explains the college admissions and financial aid processes, provides a game plan for checking out colleges, and lists questions to ask colleges being considered.
Getting In is a complete guide for high school seniors. In addition to information about admissions and financial aid, it provides one-page summaries about Kentucky ’s colleges and universities, programs of study offered by each college and university, and schools that offer particular majors.
Affording Higher Education describes nearly 4,000 different financial aid programs specifically for Kentucky students. Information is presented for programs of state and federal government, at individual colleges and by county.
The books feature students from Murray High School . Alex Horrobin, a senior at Murray , won a statewide essay contest last year, garnering a $500 scholarship and a photo shoot at her school. The essay contest is open to juniors again this year. Entries should use no more than 200 words to tell why your school is the best in Kentucky . Entries are due November 1 and may be mailed to Publications, KHEAA, P.O. Box 798 , Frankfort , KY 40602-0798 ; faxed to (502) 696-7230; or e-mailed to publications@kheaa.com.
To learn how to plan and prepare for higher education, visit www.GoHigherKY.org. For more information about Kentucky scholarships and grants, visit www.kheaa.com; write KHEAA, P.O. Box 798 , Frankfort , KY 40602-0798 ; or call (800) 928-8926, extension 7381. For information about low-cost student loans, visit www.studentloanpeople.com; write The Student Loan People, P.O. Box 24328 , Louisville , KY 40224-0328 ; or call (888) 678-4625.

Attorney General Stumbo Investigating Current Gas Price Spike
Contact: Vicki Glass 502-696-5643 office
FRANKFORT, KY (August 4, 2006) – Kentucky Attorney General Greg Stumbo announced today that his Office of Consumer Protection has issued a new investigative subpoena to Speedway in response to yesterday’s gas price spike. 
“Yesterday’s retail gas prices shot up while wholesale prices fell,” said Stumbo. “Today we have sent subpoenas for Speedway stores across Kentucky requiring explanation of this price spike.  Speedway is a trendsetter in gas pricing across the Commonwealth.” 
Speedway’s gas prices today are ranging from $2.99 to $3.19 per gallon in Kentucky.
http://www.speedway.com/GasPriceSearch.asp?SearchValue=ky&cmdGetGasPrices=go
The Attorney General’s Office of Consumer Protection is also continuing its examination of wholesale pricing by major petroleum refiners.  “The root problem of excessive gas pricing is not limited to the retail market,” Stumbo said.  “Price gouging by refiners must be addressed head on.” 
On Tuesday, August 1, 2006, Attorney General Stumbo announced his Office reached a statewide settlement with eleven petroleum marketers for $47,500 following an extensive investigation into allegations of gas price gouging.  Furthermore, Stumbo announced that a lawsuit has been filed against Mar Rob, Inc. in Scottsville.
The Office’s investigation into gas price gouging began after Hurricane’s Katrina and Rita in August, 2005. At that time, Attorney General Stumbo called upon Governor Fletcher to declare a State of Emergency to put the price gouging law, KRS 367.374, into effect. 
Under Kentucky’s Price Gouging law, passed in 2004, no supplier of essential consumer products, including gas, can sell it for a price grossly in excess of that charged prior to the declaration.  The Attorney General’s investigation found that the eleven petroleum marketers excessively increased prices to obtain windfall profits during the state of emergency.
Consumers who suspect price gouging can email their complaints to the Attorney General’s Office of Consumer Protection at gaspricecomplaints@ag.ky.gov.

Back Porch Swing
On July 7 and July 8 Dr. Allen Bohl will be signing copies of his book, Back Porch Swing, in the lobby
of the Mountain Arts Center.   In keeping with our commitment to our customers to present interesting and
educational events, we invite you to join us that evening in welcoming Dr. Bohl. There is a Kentucky Opry
Show scheduled on Friday, July 7 and Billy Currington will be performing on Saturday, July 8.

Beauty of eastern Kentucky showcased in novel                                  
Athletic Director Turned Novelist Spotlights Winning Values in First Book
Dr. Allen R. Bohl has published his first novel entitled Back Porch Swing. His wife, the former Sherry Akers, was born on Prater Creek. The love for the area and the abundance of family and friends living in Floyd County inspired him to create Connsburg, a take off of Prestonsburg.
The initial response has been heart warming,” says the former Athletic Director
at Toledo, Fresno State, and Kansas.
Jim Tressel, the head football coach for the Ohio State Buckeyes, had this to say about Bohl’s writing, “It is awesome!!... my English major daughter from U of Chicago will love it, too!!!  It is so realistic and graphic!!!
Nick Saban, who Coaches the NFL Miami Dolphins, was also impressed, “Knowing Al's background in athletics, anyone who enjoys sports, from high school, to college, to the pros will love Back Porch Swing.”

Back Porch Swing is a novel that emerges from the heart of a down-to-earth family living in eastern Kentucky. Lance Stoler, the oldest son, is riding the wave of college basketball recruitment. He and his family are touched by good, evil, and letting go. As for problems, they have plenty, but the family meets them head-on, through the power of friendship, love, family, and growing faith.
The novel is appealing to all age groups because throughout the book, Bohl addresses a variety of issues from family values to character to integrity, and most importantly, doing what’s right went it counts.
Young readers will especially appreciate Lance’s soul-wrenching passage from small town Kentucky B-ball glory into the high stakes, big ticket lure of college basketball fame.
Adults will gain strength and courage, as they tackle their own life situations, by drawing on the same timeless insight and godly faith that strengthened Lance, when temptation knocks.

Back Porch Swing was written so:
A high School English teacher could use it in the classroom.
A coach would want his whole team to read it.
A parent would read it and then, some way, figure out how to get their children to read it. 
A grandparent could jump in bed, turn on the reading light, and enjoy a story about a family they wished they had….. or even better.. one resembling the one they  had helped create.
One reader summed it up best,   “I’m so very pleasantly surprised because this is a book that can be read and enjoyed by people of all ages, of different walks of life and of varying interests.  Sports is not my area of reading interest, but then this book isn’t really about sports to me…it’s about life and family and faith.”
That’s the best surprise of all – people will enjoy the book for what they glean from it on a personal level – not because of the story alone

Availability and Distribution
Individuals can order online at www.allenbohl.com, or www.amglive.com. or visit www.barnesandnoble.com

About the Author
Allen Bohl’s extensive career in athletic administration began at The Ohio State University, then continued at the University of Toledo, Fresno State, and the University of Kansas. For nearly 25 years, Bohl provided impressive leadership for athletic programs across the nation. Throughout his career, he worked diligently to enhance academics, compliance, and fiscal affairs, as well as improving each university’s fundraising, marketing, and equity efforts.
Education has and continues to play a major role in his life.  From 1971 to 1974, he was an instructor of electronics at Keesler Air Force Base in Biloxi, Mississippi. After finishing his military career, he became a math teacher and coach in New Carlisle, Ohio. During his years in athletic administration, he regularly integrated teaching into his active schedule. His college courses focused on helping students improve management skills and their leadership abilities. Presently, he serves as an adjunct professor in the Sports Management Program at Flagler College in Florida.
A native of Vermilion, Ohio, Bohl earned a bachelor’s degree from Bowling Green State University (1970), a master’s of education from the University of Southern Mississippi (1973), and a Ph.D. from The Ohio State University (1978).
Bohl and his wife, Sherry, live in St. Augustine, Florida, where he is working on his second novel.  They have two sons, Brett Allen and Nathan Gregory, and a daughter, Heidi Cherié Sherwin.
What at they are saying about Back Porch Swing
“Al has created a tremendous story that shows how the values and principles that are developed through strong family relationships can be even strengthened by participation in sport.  It’s a great read by someone who believes in what he has written.”
Karl Benson, Commissioner, Western Athletic Conference
"Dr. Al Bohl is an accomplished professional - an educator, athletic administrator and now an emerging author.  Dr. Bohl's creative mind and intriguing story has the reader "hooked" and hungry for more as they turn the pages in "Back Porch Swing."  This compelling, sports oriented story has a terrific message for the reader about the "game of life."  Dr. Al Bohl's passion, faith and commitment to educational values comes shining through in this novel."
Shelley Appelbaum, Sr. Associate Athletic Director, Michigan State University
“Dr. Bohl has written a story that touched my heart with its strong family values and small town ideals.  Lance’s journey through the challenges of being a sought-after college basketball recruit stirs fond memories of my experiences as a college football recruiter and the hard decisions the young men had to make and the importance of those decisions on the rest of their lives. I highly recommend the book.  You don’t have to be a basketball fan or a sports fan of any kind to enjoy this wonderful story.”
Dom Capers, Former Head Football Coach, Houston Texans
“Having known Al for almost 20 years, I am not surprised at his ability to use an athletic back drop to tell a compelling story about the life challenges we all face.  Sports are often used as a metaphor and that is done in a heart felt manner in the book. A great read for not just the sports fan--it will touch you on many levels.”
Bill Fennelly, Women's Basketball Coach, Iowa State University
“Finally, we have a book about big time college recruiting from someone who knows.  Al Bohl, who, as a Division IA athletics director, worked with the likes of Jerry Tarkanian and Roy Williams, traces the fictional, but realistic, account of the recruitment of Lance Stoler, a small town high school basketball star in Kentucky.  His choice for college seems obvious to everyone, but him.  And when the recruiting wars begin, he is faced with pressure that tests both his personal values and sense of loyalty.  In his book, author Bohl knows of what he speaks.  This is a wonderful basketball yarn, but it is also a touching human interest story that transcends college athletics.”
Rick Bay, former athletic director at The Ohio State University. Former Executive VP for Yankees; Former President & COO for Indians.
“Knowing Al for over twenty years, it’s easy to spot his enthusiasm and knowledge of not only sport, but of spirit and integrity.”
Dino Dinovitz, Vice President and Western Director, Hearst Foundation

Transportation Cabinet moves closer to reopening KY 699 in Perry County;
State Highway Commissioner Williams visits site of mudslide
JACKSON, KY – (April 26, 2006) – Today, Kentucky Highway Commissioner Marc D. Williams visited the site of a mudslide in Perry County that has closed KY 699 in the Leatherwood area since last Tuesday.
Commissioner Williams and other Transportation Cabinet personnel viewed the efforts being made to reopen the highway, and the commissioner pledged his support to expedite the process.
"This has been a significant challenge for everyone affected by this slide, but it appears that if all goes well we are not too far away from reopening KY 699," Williams said. "Having walked the entire length of this 1,700 foot slide, I can tell you that there has been a tremendous amount of material move down the hillside. Fortunately, with a lot of teamwork from several groups who have worked with the Department of Highways, we are close to restoring some normalcy to the residents who live in the community of Leatherwood who have had their lives severely disrupted by this event."
The highway will not be reopened to normal traffic until the roadway has been cleaned up and the slide stabilized, and officials are convinced the area is safe for travel. The Transportation Cabinet is seeking an emergency contract to construct diversion ditches on the mountainside. These ditches will move the water that continues to flow off the mountain away from the slide area and help to stabilize the slide. Current estimates are that normal traffic will not resume on the highway until this weekend or early next week.
"Obviously, weather will affect our work as well as the stability of the slide," said Linda Wagner-Justice, chief district engineer for the Department of Highways District 10, which includes Perry County. "All efforts are being made to reopen the road as quickly as possible while at the same time keeping the safety of the traveling public foremost in mind."
The source of the water runoff that caused the slide is undetermined, and the situation remains under investigation by the Environmental and Public Protection Cabinet.
Passenger vehicles weighing less than 5 tons are being detoured around the slide onto a route maintained by the Perry County Fiscal Court. County personnel worked today to improve the detour route to make it smoother and easier to travel. Diverting the stream of passenger vehicle traffic on KY 699 ensures that work to abate the slide can continue with minimal interruption. School buses are being allowed to use KY 699 under escort from Transportation Cabinet personnel. Larger vehicles such as coal trucks are also being allowed to use KY 699 at their own risk since no viable detour alternative exists. Law enforcement personnel are patrolling in the area and enforcing the road closure.

Knott County man dies from Motorcycle 4-13-06
ON 04/02/06 AT APPROXIMATELY 13:20 HRS 911 RECEIVED A CALL OF A SUBJECT STRUCK BY A VEHICLE IN THE LEBURN COMMUNITY OF KNOTT COUNTY. UPON ARRIVAL OF POLICE AND EMERGENCY PERSONEL IT WAS DISCOVERED AN OFFROAD MOTORCYCLE OPERATED BY BILL COLLINS OF LITTCARR KY HAD STRUCK A PASSENGER CAR OPERATED BY NICHOLAS KING OF MOUSIE KY. MR. COLLINS WAS NOT WEARING A HELMET AND WAS THROWN FROM THE MOTORCYLCE. HE WAS TRANSPORTED TO THE HAZARD ARH WHERE HE WAS PRONOUNCED DEAD BY THE PERRY COUNTY CORONER. MR. KING WAS NOT INJURED IN THE ACCIDENT. THE ACCIDENT REMAINS UNDER INVESTIGATION BY TPR. RYAN CATRON.


Jefferson Trafficking in Controlled Substance, 1st Degree 12-27-05
On December 14, 2005, KSP DE/SI West units along with assistance of Post 4 units, Special Operations, K-9, and Jeffersontown Police Department conducted a controlled drug buy at a residence located at 3804 Billtown Road in Jeffersontown, Kentucky.  Following the transaction, the suspect, Terrance Smith was followed to a nearby business, at which time he was arrested, charged with Trafficking in Controlled Substance, 1st Degree, and lodged in the Jefferson County Jail.  DE/SI West units seized approximately 125 grams of cocaine, $701.00 US Currency, and a 1999 Pontiac Grand Am.  Detective Terry Young will be following up on the investigation as other charges are pending Grand Jury Indictment.
During the transaction at the residence, units observed other vehicles coming and going. As a result, units set up a drug interdiction resulting in Post 4 units arresting a wanted fugitive, and Jeffersontown Police units arresting two subjects on drug related charges.  
Post 4 – arrested Marcus Montgomery on outstanding warrant, Failure to Appear.  Montgomery was lodged in Jefferson County Jail
Jeffersontown – arrested Dylan W. McGill, Trafficking Controlled Substance, 1st Degree (Cocaine) and Antoinne L. Goodlow, Trafficking Controlled Substance, 1st Degree (Cocaine), and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.  McGill and Goodlow were lodged in the Jefferson County Jail.  Jeffersontown Units seized 12.3 grams of cocaine, $888.00 U.S. Currency, and a 2001 Chevy Monte Carlo.
To anonymously report any type of suspected illegal drug activity, citizens can call the KSP toll-free drug tip hotline, 1-800-DOPETIP. The hotline is answered 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Thanksgiving Holiday Fatalities at Ten
FRANKFORT, Ky. (Nov. 27, 2005) - Preliminary data* indicates that ten (10) people have been killed in nine (9) traffic crashes during the Thanksgiving holiday weekend.  A double fatality crash was reported in Martin county. Single vehicle crashes were reported in Breathitt, Clay, Crittenden, Fleming, Harrision, Jefferson, Johnson, and Laurel counties.  Alcohol is a suspected factor in two (2) of the crashes, six (6) victims were not restrained and one victim was a pedestrian.
During the four-day 2004 Thanksgiving holiday period, there were 1,462 motor vehicle crashes on Kentucky roadways. Sixteen people died and 410 were injured. Of the 16 fatalities, 11 of the victims were not using seat belts.  The official holiday period began at 6:00 p.m. (EST) Wednesday, November 23rd and will end at 11:59 p.m, Sunday, November 27th.

Tea Party with Sugar Plum Fairy will delight  11-23-05
           A “Sugar Plum Fairy Tea Party” will be held prior to the Kentucky Ballet Theatre’s performance of The Nutcracker, Friday, Dec. 9, at The Forum, Hal Rogers Center, as part of the Greater Hazard Area Performing Arts Series. The doors will open at 5:45 p.m. and kids with tickets to the show can come, at no extra charge, to meet a Sugar Plum Fairy, or other dancers, as well as enjoy refreshments. Moms and Dads are encouraged to bring their cameras to get their kids pictures with the stars of the show. The show will begin at 7 p.m.
             The Nutcracker is a ballet about the magical events that befall a young girl on Christmas Eve. This timeless classic was adapted from a fantasy tale by E.T.A. Hoffman and first performed in 1892 in St. Petersburg, Russia. The story of The Nutcracker was set to music by the Great Russian composer Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky. The sparkling score includes such favorites as the “Waltz of the Flowers” and the Russian “Trepak.”
            The story of The Nutcracker revolves around a young girl named Clara Stahlbaum. The curtain opens to reveal the Stahbaum’s house, where a Christmas party is being held. The Stahlbaums and their children, Clara and Fritz, are celebrating with their friends and family when godfather Drosselmeyer arrives. Drosselmeyer presents two life size dolls, who each take a turn to dance.
            Godfather Drosselmeyer presents his gift of a Nutcracker to Clara. Fritz become jealous and tries to take it away. In the ensuing struggle, the Nutcracker is broken. Drosselmeyer fixes the broken toy and places it back into Clara’s arms. After the party is over the Nutcracker is placed by the tree, the lights are dimmed and the household goes to sleep.
            Clara wakes in the middle of the night and returns to the tree to find her Nutcracker. Strange and magical things begin to happen. The beautiful Christmas tree grows high above her. The room fills with an army of rats, led by the fierce Rat King. A battle is fought and finally ends when Clara assists the Nutcracker in defeating the Rat King. The Nutcracker transforms into a handsome prince, and he leads Clara to a magical forest where they are welcomed by the Snow Queen and dancing snowflakes.
          Clara continues here journey to the Land of Sweets where she is received by the Sugar Plum Fairy and her Cavalier. An elaborate ceremony, including wonderful and exotic dances from the members of the court, is held in Clara’s honor for helping the Nutcracker defeat the rats. The Sugar Plum Fairy and her Cavalier crown the festivities with a Grand Pas de Deux. The magical scene comes to a close as the characters bid Clara farewell. Clara awakes with only memories of her wonderful adventure as she gazes dreamily at her toy Nutcracker.
            Kentucky Ballet Theatre will begin their seventh year as a professional performing company. This rising young dance company has made the entire state its home base, while they field a full dance season in Lexington. The Performing Arts Series is thrilled to present for the first time in this region a professional production of this seasonal favorite.
Tickets are $25 for prime orchestra center seats; all other seats are $20 for adults and $10 for students (ages 6 to 18); kids age five and under are admitted for free.
In addition to their performance of The Nutcracker, Kentucky Ballet Theatre will present two educational outreach programs in dance for area school students on Wednesday, Nov. 30.
           Sponsors of The Nutcracker are Greg and Noreen Wells, Kentucky Power, and Peyton and Julia Mitchell.
            Series Grand Benefactors or underwriters are City of Hazard and Mayor Bill Gorman, Hampton Inn and Suites, Hazard Clinic, Peoples Bank and Trust Company, and Perry Distributors Inc.
The Kentucky Arts Council, a state agency in the Commerce Cabinet, has provided funding for The Nutcracker with state tax dollars and federal funding from the National Endowment for the Arts.
            For information about school programs or group rates for these performances, contact Tammy Duff, performing arts series director, at 487-3067 or 800-246-7521, ext. 73067.

Breathitt man dead after accident 10-31-05
Elkatawa resident, Bruce Wright was killed Saturday, October 29th, when the truck he was driving was hit head on by a vehicle driven by Albert Martinez of Jackson.  According to authorities on the scene, it appeared Mr. Martinez had crossed the centerline into the path of Mr. Wright. The accident occurred on HWY 30 at the Wolverine road turn off. Mr. Wright died of the injuries he sustained in the accident, at the KY River Medical Center, at approx. 7:15pm. Mr. Martinez was flown from the site. It is unknown the condition of Mr. Martinez at this time.

From K.S.P. Post 13 On 10-29-05 at approximately 17:12 hrs. the Kentucky State Police 13 received a 911 call of a 2 vehicle accident on HWY 30 approximately 1/2 mile West on Hwy 15 in the City limits of Jackson. EMS, Rescue and Jackson Police Dept. responded to the scene. The 2 drivers were extricated from their respective vehicles and transported to the Kentucky River Medical Center. The Jackson Police Department contacted Post 13 and requested a reconstructionist to investigate. Trooper Ira Napier was dispatched to the scene. A passenger car operated by Albert S. Martinez, age 37 of Jackson, was traveling West on when he crossed the center lane and collided head on with a vehicle operated by Bruce Wright, age 63, of Jackson, which was traveling East on Hwy 30. Martinez was airlifted to the UK Medical Center and Wright was pronounced by the Breathitt County Coroners Office. The investigation is continuing by Trooper Ira Napier.
PHOTO HERE

CITATIONS ISSUED IN BLASTING ACCIDENT AT HAZARD Three injured when rocks crash through roof of Wal-Mart
FRANKFORT, Ky. (Oct. 27, 2005) -  The Division of Explosives and Blasting has issued seven citations to American Blasting Co. for a blasting accident that sent rocks crashing through the roof of a Wal-Mart in Hazard on Oct. 19.
Three people were injured in the accident. Upon arrival at the scene, a construction site near the damaged store, inspectors from the division issued a citation to the company. The citation halted all drilling and blasting pending an initial investigation, submittal of a blasting plan and approval of the plan.
In addition, the blaster on record for American Blasting, Tim Meredith, was issued a citation that suspended his blasting license pending completion of the initial investigation.
The division, an agency of the Office of Mine Safety and Licensing in the Environmental and Public Protection Cabinet, approved a blasting plan late Thursday, allowing drilling and blasting at the site to resume.  Meredith's suspension was lifted, but he will remain on probation for six months.  After review of the scene and statements from witnesses, the division issued  five additional citations for violation of Kentucky blasting law to American Blasting, which is based in LaFollette, Tenn. The maximum fine under Kentucky law is $1,000 per violation.

Illegal Dump Site Busted 10-14-05
On Monday Oct. 10th, the Breathitt Co. Sheriff’s Office along with Solid Waste Coordinator, Calvin Saum, was notified by the Owsley Co. Sheriff’s office of an investigation into illegal dumping in both counties.  The investigation began when forty-five bags of garbage was reported dumped into Buck Creek in Owsley Co.  Upon investigation by Owsley Co. Sheriff, Kelly Shouse and Deputy Brian Smith, several pieces of mail belonging to Owsley Co. resident, Randy Quesenberry was found in the garbage.  During the investigation it was learned that Mr. Quesenberry hired two Breathitt Co. residents, Ron Barrett of Buckhorn Rd., and Greg Turner of Longs Creek Rd. to haul off his garbage.  Further investigation led to the discovery of approximately 28 more bags of Mr. Quesenberry’s garbage dumped along the edge of a road on Cow Creek Hill in Breathitt County.  Warrants were issued in both counties for Ron Barrett and Greg Turner, with Breathitt Co. deputy, Harvey Richardson, taking the two into custody on Wednesday, Oct. 12.  The two were lodged in the Three Forks Regional Jail.    Photos Here

Calvin L. Saum II  Breathitt Co. Solid Waste/PRIDE Coordinator
1137 Main St.  Jackson, KY 41339
Office: (606)666-3818  Fax:   (606)666-3816  email: bcswc@setel.com

Tupperware "Hurricane Katrina" Fundraiser 9-14-05
I am working with Tupperware doing a fundraiser for the victims of Hurricane Katrina.  All profits from these sales will go directly to the victims that are sent to our surrounding areas.  They will receive 40 % of all retail sales. 
Click on the link below to view the fundraiser catalog. 
http://catalogs.dailyshopper.com/Tupperware/?pagename=shopmain&storeid=1033893&sf=true
Once you are on the site you will have to choose the “Fundraiser with Tupperware” catalog.  Let me know if you need any help viewing the catalog.  Just email me or call me with your orders.
Several months ago I worked with Tupperware on a fundraiser for breast cancer and I was successful in donating the most money from my distributorship to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation and I would love nothing more than to be the leader again this time.  The sales are not for me, but for them!  I know what it is like to walk away “a beaten up soul” with everything you had gone due to the fire we experienced on 1/29/04 and that is why it is important to me on a very personal level to HELP.  Although I lost everything I had except my family, I DID have the help of my family and friends around me and much of it………….most of their family and friends have nothing right along with them to share!   So let’s try to help in everyway we can!
Thank you in advance for your help and support. 
Kay