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| Marijuana Usually smoked as a cigarette or joint, or in a pipe or bong, marijuana has appeared in "blunts" in recent years. These are cigars that have been emptied of tobacco and re-filled with marijuana, sometimes in combination with another drug, such as crack. Some users also mix marijuana into foods or use it to brew tea. The main active chemical in marijuana is THC (delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol). Short-term effects of marijuana use include problems with memory and learning; distorted perception; difficulty in thinking and problem-solving; loss of coordination; and increased heart rate, anxiety, and panic attacks. Health Hazards Effects of Marijuana on the Brain. Researchers have found that THC changes the way in which sensory information gets into and is acted on by the hippocampus. This is a component of the brain's limbic system that is crucial for learning, memory, and the integration of sensory experiences with emotions and motivations. Investigations have shown that THC suppresses neurons in the information-processing system of the hippocampus. In addition, researchers have discovered that learned behaviors, which depend on the hippocampus, also deteriorate. Effects on the Lungs. Someone who smokes marijuana regularly may have many of the same respiratory problems that tobacco smokers have. These individuals may have daily cough and phlegm, symptoms of chronic bronchitis, and more frequent chest colds. Continuing to smoke marijuana can lead to abnormal functioning of lung tissue injured or destroyed by marijuana smoke. Regardless of the THC content, the amount of tar inhaled by marijuana smokers and the level of carbon monoxide absorbed are three to five times greater than among tobacco smokers. This may be due to marijuana users inhaling more deeply and holding the smoke in the lungs. Effects of Marijuana Use during Pregnancy. Research has shown that babies born to women who used marijuana during their pregnancies display altered responses to visual stimuli, increased tremulousness, and a high-pitched cry, which may indicate problems with neurological development. During infancy and preschool years, marijuana-exposed children have been observed to have more behavioral problems and to perform tasks of visual perception, language comprehension, sustained attention, and memory more poorly than nonexposed children do. In school, these children are more likely to exhibit deficits in decision-making skills, memory, and the ability to remain attentive. Effects of Heavy Marijuana Use on Learning and Social Behavior. A study of college students has shown that critical skills related to attention, memory, and learning are impaired among people who use marijuana heavily, even after discontinuing its use for at least 24 hours. Researchers compared 65 "heavy users," who had smoked marijuana a median of 29 of the past 30 days, and 64 "light users," who had smoked a median of 1 of the past 30 days. After a closely monitored 19- to 24-hour period of abstinence from marijuana and other illicit drugs and alcohol, the undergraduates were given several standard tests measuring aspects of attention, memory, and learning. Compared to the light users, heavy marijuana users made more errors and had more difficulty sustaining attention, shifting attention to meet the demands of changes in the environment, and in registering, processing, and using information. The findings suggest that the greater impairment among heavy users is likely due to an alteration of brain activity produced by marijuana. Longitudinal research on marijuana use among young people below college age indicates those who used have lower achievement than the non-users, more acceptance of deviant behavior, more delinquent behavior and aggression, greater rebelliousness, poorer relationships with parents, and more associations with delinquent and drug-using friends. Information provided by the National Institute on Drug Abuse Police Investigate Holiday Murders 12-26-02 Kentucky State Police are trying to unravel a horrible holiday double murder in Clay County that stretched over three days. In Manchester, State Police say Christmas Eve night, 35-year old Tammy Delph was shot to death in the back of the head. Marvin Collins was also shot during the same incident, but survived. Police identified the suspects as Todd Gray, Roy Gibson and Marvin Hicks. Then early Thursday morning, one of those suspects, Hicks, was shot to death. Now, the other suspects, Gray and Gibson are under arrest, charged in both killings. State Sides with Jackson City on School issue. Frankfort, Ky. 12-18-02 The following is a press release from Dr. Taylor Collins of Jackson City School; Commissioner Wilhoit issues decision: Full Funding for Jackson City Students for the 2002-03 School Year. Click here for Complete Story. Two Die on Roadways during Christmas Holiday 12-26-02 (FRANKFORT, Ky.) - Preliminary statistics* show that two people died in two separate crashes on Kentucky's roadways this Christmas holiday. The number of fatalities is down from the 2001 holiday period during which ten people died in eight crashes. Of the two fatal Christmas holiday crashes, preliminary data indicates alcohol was a suspected factor in one of the accidents. Neither of the victims was wearing a safety belt. Single fatality crashes occurred in Floyd and Graves counties The official Christmas holiday period ran from 6 p.m. Tuesday, December 24, 2002 through 11:59 p.m. Wednesday, December 25, 2002. All statistics are from that time period. The decrease in fatalities over the holiday period is down, in part, to the short holiday period as compared to 2001. Last year, the holiday period was almost five days long. Kentucky State Police officers will continue targeting occupant protection including child safety seat violations, intoxicated drivers and speed violators, the three biggest contributors to highway fatalities, through the New Year holiday. Numerous traffic safety checkpoints are scheduled throughout the state. For a listing of locations visit www.kentuckystatepolice.org. *These statistics are still preliminary as KSP waits for all local law enforcement agencies to report any crashes and fatalities that may have occurred in their area. Chemical Scare at Winn Dixie Jackson, Ky. 12-18-02 Yesterday afternoon, Tuesday, Dec. 17th, 2002, there was a chemical scare at WinnDixie in Jackson. Hershel Branson of Branson Plumbing was trying to clear a clogged pipe. According to Fire Chief Roger Friley, when Branson attempted to use industrial strength clog remover, it reacted with an unknown chemical in the pipe. The chemicals blew back onto Mr. Branson. The result of the chemical reaction was fumes that made their way into other businesses. The area affected was quarantined off and people were eveacuated. All affected food has been removed and the area cleaned. WinnDixie is open as of this morning. There were no serious injuries due to the incident. Woman finishes college after 57 years AP 12-20-02 SARASOTA, Fla. - Bernice Strickland started college in 1945. She finished Tuesday. Strickland, 76, was the oldest of 202 graduates receiving bachelor's or master's degrees from the University of South Florida during commencement exercises Tuesday night. Strickland majored in English and American Literature. "I taught her five times, and she never missed a class," said literature professor Susan Harrington. "That was remarkable." Strickland, a retired kindergarten teacher, left the Florida State College for Women - now known as Florida State University - in 1947, and didn't resume taking classes until 1995, when she enrolled at Indian River Community College in Stuart. She had no computer skills and had never read a William Shakespeare play. Now she's a literature graduate, one who got mostly A's at USF. Strickland said she always had wanted to complete her degree and decided to make those plans a reality after her husband, Lantis, died. "When he passed away, I wanted something to do to pass the time," she said. "I decided then it was time to go back." Santa Goes Online with Breathitt Online News Jackson, Ky. 12-23-02 Santa Claus took time out of his busy schedule to visit the Breathitt Online Chat Room tonight. Children from all over stopped into the chat room to talk to Santa. Santa talked to kids for over an hour in what is thought to be the first ever online visit to Breathitt County. Santa listened to several requests from the children, and greeted them with his customary HO HO HO. Santa closed by saying Merry Christmas to all and to all a good Night !!!!!!!! Black Bears making way into yards more often Haddix, Ky 8-15-03 This black bear was spotted in a yard at Haddix recently. The homeowners took the pictures as the bear circled the yard a couple times before leaving. This is the 2nd siting in less than a week. If you spot a bear in or around your property, do not approach it. Do not feed it or leave food for it. The best and safest method is to leave it alone or call the Game Warden. Life Care Ambulance Going to Court 8-21-03 Jackson, Ky A preliminary hearing has been set for Life Care Ambulance Service, on September 18th 2003. Life Care has been charged with 4 counts of No Insurance 1st Offense. A warrant was obtained & was filed at the Breathitt County Courthouse on July 22nd 2003. The documents state that on 5-15-03 Life Care Ambulance committed the offense of No Insurance when it was involved a fatal accident on HWY 30, killing one and seriously injuring another, when the vehicle had no insurance.A special Prosecuter, Steve Johnson from Wolfe County, was appointed to the case. Life Care Abulance had no comment at this time, & Mike Johnson of Life Care, could not comment on the charges. Life Care was given Breathitt County 911, recently, by Breathitt Fiscal Court. We will have more as details as they become available Try This to fix it 8-15-03 I have been perplexed by all the recent accidents and racking my brain on ways to try to solve the problem. I have come to a couple conclusions. The first is more training. The second is More enforcement. They both go hand in hand and could also generate revenue for the County & City. First we need to develop a Vehicle enforcement division within in our city & county government. Second, we develop a night court for all vehicle related traffic violations. These would include; speeding, running red lights, parking in no parking, parking in handicapped, illegal use of turn lanes, so on & so forth. You take these people to court, and you fine them. NO BUDDY SYSTEM. If a ticket is written, they pay the fine. If you do not have insurance at the time of the traffic stop, then you are in violation. You should not be allowed to come to court and show proof after the fact, Exception, if you had a valid policy at the time of the stop but not in your possession, then it should be ammended to not having proof in vehicle. You take this money and split it. 1/2 goes back into the funding of your Vehicle Enforcement, the other half to Improvements for City & County and business recruitment. If tickets are not paid, do not arrest them, TAKE THE VEHICLE. Auction it off and the proceeds go to the ticket. Give what ever is left to the owner. Let them lose a vehicle or two and see how quick things change around here. As far as more training, develop a night school for bad drivers. Set up a system to where every driver that gets a ticket in Breathitt County, has to go to traffic school and pay $25.00 for the class. This better educates drivers and also generates revenue. The only ones that will complain on this are the ones violating the law to begin with. Just my thoughts on how we can change things and make it safer here !!!!!! House Fire at Quicksand Community Quicksand, Ky 7-11-03 The Quicksand Fire Department and other local fire fighters responded to a house fire in the Quicksand Community. At approximately 5:25pm on Thursday July 10th, a neighbor called and reported the fire. At approximately 5:27pm, the fire deptartment arrived on scene. 10 fire fighters helped contain the fire, holding it to minimal damage. The fire was caused by lightning striking the house and traveling some 35-40 feet before exiting through the porch. The home is owned by UK. Carol Fackler was the resident of the home located at 29 Back Lane. The fire crew left the scene at 6:17pm Transportation Cabinet Seizes 11 Computers Suspected of Viewing Child Porn 8-15-03 Frankfort, Ky. - Inspector General Bobby Russell of the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) told reporters today that his investigators have seized eleven computers suspected of being used to view child pornography. Six of the computers were located at various offices of the Transportation Cabinet in Frankfort; two were located in Louisville, two in Bowling Green and one in Jackson. "That's all the detail we can release at this time," Russell said. "We must be cautious in identifying individuals because the information we have at this time is not proof that a crime has been committed. The evidence, if it is obtained, will be examined by forensic experts. Any evidence obtained from their examinations will be turned over to the FBI, which is heading the investigation." The Cabinet's Personnel Division investigators are assisting the Inspector General in reviewing 201 other computers identified by the Auditor as having accessed and viewed adult pornographic Web sites and images. Plans are now underway to identify the specific workstations involved and to act as quickly as possible to determine the identities of those using the computers to visit the prohibited Web sites. "We are presently working with our Division of Technology on a plan to investigate the use of those computers. Identification and examination of the computers will be a very time-consuming and arduous process," Russell added. KYTC's Chief Information Officer Jim Ramsey outlined the steps his office has taken to increase security of the Cabinet's computer system since the State Auditor reported July 29th that the system had been hacked. The actions include the removal of the compromised server from the network with other servers and systems housed on the KYTC networks under review for possible compromise. Working with the Governor's Office of Technology (GOT), the Cabinet has also substantially completed the firewall that has been under implementation the past few months to prevent future hacking of the system. The Cabinet's user id/password policy has been reviewed and strengthened to provide a greater level of security. New monitoring processes are being developed and the Cabinet has reinitiated the process of issuing a purchase order for an external IT security audit. Arrests made for DUI & drugs Jackson, KY 7-28-03 Around 10:30 am Sunday July 27th, 2003, in front of McDonalds, Jackson Police Officer Ken Spicer and Kentucky State Trooper Brian Sumner stopped Terry Roarke, 27, of Dry Ridge, Ky and arrested him for DUI. His passenger, Kay Hall, of Beattyville, was charged with Public Intoxication, Prescription drugs not in proper container and controlled substance 2nd degree. The law enforcement in and around Breathitt County continue to fight hard to stop drug trafficking, but need the people of the region to help. There is no place in our community for drugs !!!!!!! Eastern Kentucky Leads the way in Pot Production 7-28-03 Meth, oxy and prescription drug abuse are grabbing the headlines in Eastern Kentucky, but Kentucky grown marijuana is among the most popular weed in the world. Kentucky's number one cash crop is still marijuana, and Eastern Kentucky leads the way. Since 1990 police have destroyed more than seven million plants. On the street that's pot worth nearly 14 and a half billion dollars. Leslie County comes in as the top marijuana producing county with more than 840-thousand plants, Followed by Wayne, Clay, Owsley, Knott, Breathitt, Perry, Floyd, Knox and Clinton Counties. Police say dollar signs are clouding the big picture. Marijauana is a gateway drug and can lead to more addictive drugs like meth, oxy and cocaine. And with Eastern Kentucky's drug problem spinnng more and more out of control, local law enforcement officials say law abiding citizens are more at risk. Thefts, burglaries and break-ins are on the increase as addicts try to support their habit. Police say you can start to stop the cycle by tipping your local law enforcement if you know who's growing and most importantly where plants are located. Just pick up a "wanted marijuana growers" flyer from your local paper or state police post and fill it out, or you can call 1-800-DOPE-TIP. You can remain anonymous. Deadly Crash on Highway 15 Vancleve, Ky 7-21-03 One man was pronounced dead tonight, when at approximately 6:20pm, the truck he was driving left the road on Highway 15 just past Hwy 205. The driver was heading towards Jackson when witnesses say he appeared to be pulling off the road but continued into the ditch and up on the hillside causing the truck to roll over. The driver was pronounced dead at the scene by Breathitt County Coroner, Bobby Thorpe Jr. The accident and death are still under investigation. **UPDATE** According to Breathitt County Coroner, Bobby Thorpe, test results show that the driver, 64 yr. old Jimmy Bell of Owensboro died from, primary cause, Afphyxiation with a secondary cause of death being Cardial Vascular Disease. It is still unknow why the vehicle left the roadway at this time. WELCOME TO THE WORLD 7-25-03 Kristal and David Hudson would like to announce the birth of their son, Tyson Alexander Hudson. He was born June 16th, 2003. He weighed 8 lb, 14oz and was 20 1/2 inches. Maternal grandparent is Edwina Caldwell. Paternal grandparents are Danny & Sandy Fugate. Injury Accident on Hwy 15 North Jackson, KY 7-24-03 Approximately 2:30pm today, a two vehicle accident occurred in front of Sav A Lot grocery. Priliminary indications show that the purple Pontiac apparently pulled out in front of the red truck. Life Care Ambulance transported the injured from the scene. Breathitt Online News Investigative Report 9-17-03 Pride Money & County Clean-up, Where's the Money & What's going On? In the upcoming days we will be reporting on the Pride Money and where it is going. A few things we are working on: When the devestating tornado hit the Athol community in February, the Breathitt County workers allegedly moved the majority of the debris. The county disposed of the debris properly. When the Fiscal Court allegedly applied for, and got, a $ 38,000.00 emergency grant to clean the remaining tornado debris up, the bid was given to a local company. When this company moved what debris was left, they hauled it to the county owned property across from McDonalds and dumped it there. Now, will the Fiscal Court have to have county employees move this eye sore or once again bid it out to another company, or will it be give to the same company who dumped it there to begin with. Who will pay this added cost for cleaning it up, again? During a fiscal court meeting earlier this year, this same local company allegedly, also got a $ 200,000.00 bid to move a dump site. When the bidding was first announced it was to begin on July 1st. After the bid was received by this company, allegedly under another name, the Fiscal Court voted to allow them to wait until the 15th of July to start the removal. Did other companies who bid know there was a grace period or would it have mattered? Breathitt County has allegedly received 2 Pride grants, each $ 25,000.00 for a total of $ 50,000.00. The first grant was for the fall clean-up and the second for the cleaning of the river. This is on record in the county treasurers office. Will this money be used for the fall cleanup. Has the money already been paid out for the river cleanup? Another issue that is raised in this area was the 911 service, at the time under County Owned Breathitt Ambulance, being give to Life Care Ambulance. Some serious questions are raised about this deal as well. Life Care is to be in court September 18th for not having insurance involving in a fatal accident. Did they have insurance when the decision was made to give them 911, did anyone bother to investigate the Life Care Background to see if they had proper insurance, and all the necessary requirements by law? What this is all adding up to is this, where is all the money that has come into Breathitt County in the form of emergency clean up or Pride programs. If it is being bid out, is it being bid out to people directly involved with PRIDE? Is there a conflict of interest? Is it the same group of people benefitting from all these grants? Is the county paying it's workers to clean up areas and then paying another company to do the same job? If so, what work has been done so far to justify $288,000 in grant money going to one group. Is the money still in the fiscal courts hands? Will there be a county cleanup? These are just a few of the things, the citizens of this county deserve to know. This money should go towards proper cleanup of the county. IS IT? The biggest question here is, WHERE IS THE MONEY? This is what we are trying to find out. Check back with us as we gather more details. Keep in mind, we are not accusing anyone of wrong doing in all this, we are merely trying to shed light on the situation in an effort to find out where and how the clean up money is being spent, and is it being spent legally The Jackson Parks and Recreation Board met in a special meeting September 14th, 2003 to discuss the fields in development at the old City Park. The purpose of the meeting was to discuss the submitted proposal with the Breathitt Youth Foundation and the engineers developing it. Following the reading and approval of their last meeting, Co-Chairman Terri Sewell recognized members of the Breathitt Youth Foundation. Danny Fugate, President of the BYF, introduced himself along with Buddy Watkins, Rose Wolfe and Marty Hayes. Mr. Fugate started off stating that he would like to address comments that had developed from the last Parks Board Meeting. Mr. Fugate explained that the only invitation he had gotten concerning the last meeting was a casual conversation with a Parks Board member, who was in attendance, that there was a meeting and if the BYF wanted to attend, they were welcome. Mr. Fugate also stated that if they had any idea that the proposals were to be talked about, members from the BYF would have definitely been in attendance. Mr. Fugate went on to discuss the proposal that was mentioned at the Parks Board meeting. Mr. Fugate also stated that Marty Hayes had written the original proposal on July 8th, 2003 and that many things had changed by the time the proposal had been discussed. 1. The Breathitt Youth Foundation will use the baseball facility from March 1 to October 31 of each year, and will have scheduling priority during that time. The BYF will present it's schedule to the Parks Director for the season and be listed as reserved. 2. Breathitt Youth Foundation will provide the City, at no cost, the existing fencing at the Lakeside facility necessary to construct two ball fields at the Old City Park. This proposal was written before the City and Parks Board decided not to use the fencing at Lakeside. This was a good faith offer and has been taken off the proposal. Since the proposal, the BYF has offered the fencing at Lakeside to any High School with a softball/baseball team with written letters, free of charge. So far, Riverside and Jackson City have accepted the offer. 3. All fees, premiums, dues, and paperwork involved with the Little League, Inc. Sanctioning process will be the sole responsibility of the Breathitt Youth Foundation. The Parks Board will not be responsible for any fees incurred by the BYF. 4. Breathitt Youth Foundation will bear sole responsibility for the purchase and/or maintenance of uniforms, equipment and trophies. The BYF will insure that all expenses are those of the BYF and none will fall to the Parks Board. Local merchants and individuals have always supported the BYF. 5. Breathitt Youth Foundation will bear sole responsibility for scheduling its games and practices. Once schedules are made, they will be turned over to the Parks Director ASAP. The Parks Board will not be burdened by the scheduling of games. The BYF has been making their own schedules for 29 years. 6. Breathitt Youth Foundation will bear sole responsibility for the hiring, supervision, and compensation of umpires during its season. All Umpires will be the sole responsibility of the BYF. 7. The City of Jackson will provide regular grass cutting and trimming for the facility during the baseball season. This will fall under the Parks Board policy. The BYF offers any assistance that may be asked of them. 8. The operation and maintenance of concession sales will be the sole responsibility of the Breathitt Youth Foundation. All income and expenses of concession sales will be borne by the Breathitt Youth Foundation. The BYF requested the concession stand, but with the many expenditures relinquished by moving to the new fields the BYF understands that the Parks Board will have complete control as their policy requires. Any concessions sold by the BYF will have prior approvement from the Parks Board. Following the explanation of the proposal, both parties seem to understand each better. Co-Chairman Terri Sewell thanked the BYF and stated that the Parks Board had the best interest of not only the BYF at heart, but also the entire community. Mrs. Sewell also stated that any time the BYF or any one in the public would like to attend the Parks Board meeting, they would be welcome as it is open to the public. The BYF also stated that they meet every second Sunday and everyone is welcome to attend as well. Next on the agenda was that of the contractors who were building the fields. The Parks Board made suggestions to each contractor and notes were taken to meet the needs of the Parks Board and the people that will utilize the fields. A 48 year old Larue County man was killed Sunday September 21 at Trails End in Lee County as a result of injuries sustained in an ATV accident. Steve Mather was pronounced dead at Ky River Medical Center by Breathitt County Coroner Bobby Thorpe at 4:30 PM. Thorpe said that according to witnesses, Mather was traveling on an ATV at approximately 40 MPH and went into a dip. When coming out of the dip, he lost control of the ATV and hit a tree throwing the victim from the ATV approximately 15 feet. The accident occured at approximately 1:30 PM. Thorpe said that the victim died from multiple chest trauma. Toxicology results are pending. Breathitt Co. Coroners Office continues to investigate the accident. STATE POLICE REPORT 9-8-03 0N 9-5-2003 THE KENTUCKY STATE POLICE RECEIVED A CALL IN REFERENCE TO A SHOOTING IN THE LITTLE BUCKHORN AREA OF BREATHITT COUNTY. UPON ARRIVAL DETECTIVE STEVE THOMAS DISCOVERED THAT 85 YEAR OLD WOODROW MULLINS OF CLAYHOLE HAD BEEN SHOT BY BLAKE HADDIX, ALSO OF CLAYHOLE. PRIOR TO SHOOTING WOODROW MULLINS BLAKE HADDIX HAD APPARENTLY SHOT ESTILL HADDIX DURING AN ARGUMENT. WOODROW MULLINS WAS PROUNCED DEAD AT THE SCENE BY THE BREATHITT COUNTY CORONER. ESTILL MULLINS WAS TREATED AND RELEASED FROM THE KENTUCKY RIVER MEDICAL CENTER IN JACKSON. BLAKE HADDIX WAS ARRESTED AND LODGED IN THE BREATHITT COUNTY JAIL. AT THIS TIME THE INVESTIGATION IS CONTINUING. September Is National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month FRANKFORT, Ky. (Sept. 8, 2003) --- Governor Paul Patton signed a proclamation today recognizing September as National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month. It urges Kentuckians to support this year's theme, Join the Voices for Recovery: Celebrating Health, by supporting men, women, and youth who are in drug and alcohol addiction treatment and recovery, and their families. Nationally, it is estimated that 76 percent of those in need of treatment for a problem with illicit drugs do not seek or receive treatment. Among those most in need of effective, coordinated services are men, women, and youth who are addicted to drugs and/or alcohol and may also have a co-occurring mental disorder or co-existing physical illness. Millions of people are in need of treatment for both substance abuse and mental disorders, but too often they are undiagnosed, misdiagnosed, or slip through the cracks entirely, such as those in our nation's homeless population. Not only do people with co-occurring substance abuse and mental disorders need to be diagnosed, but both disorders must be treated because failure to do so almost assures an exacerbation of health problems. As the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration's "Report to Congress on the Prevention and Treatment of Co-occurring Substance Abuse Disorders and Mental Disorders" points out that if one of the co-occurring disorders goes untreated, both usually get worse and additional complications often arise. The combination of disorders can result in poor response to traditional treatment, and increases the risk for other serious medical problems such as HIV, hepatitis B and C, and cardiac and pulmonary diseases. "Drug and alcohol abuse and addiction have devastating health and societal consequences. Substance abuse is the root cause of a myriad of health problems - it causes tens of thousands of deaths each year, and untreated addiction takes an enormous economic toll - an estimated $294 billion annually," said Mike Townsend, director of the state's Division of Substance Abuse. "But it can be successfully treated. Recovery Month is a great opportunity to highlight the benefits of substance abuse treatment and encourage individuals with drug and alcohol problems to begin their journey of recovery." Recovery Month also celebrates the successes of individuals who are in recovery and acknowledges men and women in the treatment field who dedicate their lives to helping those with addictions. Throughout Kentucky, Partners and Advocates for Recovery along with local substance abuse treatment programs will take the lead in promoting community forums, hosting radio talk shows and other public awareness activities. Breathitt man dies and another was wounded in shooting. 9-7-03 Late Saturday night, Sept. 6th, 2003, Woodrow Mullins 85 of Little Buckhorn was shot and killed and Estill Mullins was injured after another man, Blake Haddix, also of Little Buckhorn, allegedly shot both men in an apparent property dispute. Woodrow Mullins was pronounced dead at the scene by Breathitt County Coroner, Bobby Thorpe. Estill Mullins was transported by Life Care to KRMC. Trooper Steve Thomas is investigating the shooting. Funeral arrangements are incomplete this time at Deaton Funeral Home. Thanks to Coroner Bobby Thorpe for his information on this tragedy. Jackson Fire Department 11 Fire Station Drive, Jackson, Kentucky 41339 666-9000 Press Release DATE: Friday, September 19, 2003 LOCATION: Highway 15 North (Old Rest Stop) FATALITIES: One INCIDENT: Extrication Assistance Call UNITS RESPONDING: Rescue 1 and Command 1 NUMBER RESPONDING: 10 At 12:42, the Jackson Volunteer Fire Department received a report of a two vehicle accident on Highway 15 North near the old Rest Stop. Several fire units were on scene seconds after the impact and found that two pick up trucks had collided in the South bound lane. The driver of a Black Chevy 1500 series had been ejected from his vehicle and was lying beside the guard rail beside the roadway. The driver of the second vehicle, a white Ford Ranger XLT, was trapped inside the vehicle. Ambulance crews from Life Care arrived on the scene and were able to pull open the door to the vehicle with assistance from others at the scene before extrication equipment could arrive. Fire crews arrived on the scene seven minutes after the initial call and applied oil dry to the roadway to stop leaks from both vehicles from spreading. Crews also assisted the Breathitt County Sheriff’s Department and the Kentucky State Police with traffic control. Both victims were transported to the Middle Kentucky River Medical Center by Life Care Ambulance Service. The driver of the white Ranger was pronounced dead from injuries by the Breathitt County Coroner’s Office. Fire units continued to assist with traffic until 13:52. Roger Friley, Chief Stephen D. Bowling, Information Items confiscated by airport security personnel to be sold on eBay 9-24-03 FRANKFORT, Ky.- The Finance and Administration Cabinet's Division of Surplus Property today announced it would offer to the general public some of the name brand items that have been confiscated by airport security personnel at regional airports. In the last six months, the division has received Leatherman and Gerber multi-purpose tools; Buck, Gerber and Case knives; and Swiss army knives that have been seized from passengers boarding flights out of Louisville, Lexington and Northern Kentucky/Cincinnati airports. Until now, the knives and multi-purpose tools have been available for purchase exclusively by eligible city, county and state agencies along with certain non-profit organizations. A number of fire departments, emergency medical services, and Boy Scout troops have taken advantage of this opportunity to purchase such items at very low prices, but the supply is starting to stack up. "We have recently received permission to make selected items available to the general public through the competitive bidding process," said Chuck Geveden, director of the division. "While we will still have items available for those eligible to participate in the surplus property program, we wanted to put some out on e-Bay to generate more revenue." Since September 11, 2001, airport security has become tighter and items that had previously been carried on by passengers have been confiscated. Passengers who decline the opportunity to mail the item to their home are required to turn it over to security. Recently, the Federal government directed the airports to begin sending this property to the states, which in turn offer it to those eligible to purchase items from the Division of Surplus Property. In addition to the knives and multi-purpose tools that are currently available on e-Bay, the division has boxes of scissors, finger nail clippers, lighters, letter openers, and various propellants, such as hairspray, spray starch and lighter fluid. These are not currently available to the general public, but may be in the near future. Individuals wishing to purchase some of the confiscated items on-line may do so by visiting www.ebay.com and entering a smart search for the seller "kysurplus" or by accessing www.surplusproperty.ky.gov and clicking on the scrolling message, which will link individuals directly to state property Girl, 12, Settles Piracy Suit for $2,000 Wed Sep 10, 2003 By AP WASHINGTON - A 12-year-old girl in New York who was among the first to be sued by the record industry for sharing music over the Internet is off the hook after her mother agreed Tuesday to pay $2,000 to settle the lawsuit, apologizing and admitting that her daughter's actions violated U.S. copyright laws. In a new lawsuit Tuesday, a California attorney sued the recording industry, claiming its offer of amnesty for file-swappers in that state was misleading. The hurried settlement involving Brianna LaHara, an honors student, was the first announced one day after the Recording Industry Association of America filed 261 such lawsuits across the country. Lawyers for the RIAA said Brianna's mother, Sylvia Torres, contacted them early Tuesday to negotiate. "We understand now that file-sharing the music was illegal," Torres said in a statement distributed by the recording industry. "You can be sure Brianna won't be doing it anymore." Footnote from Breathitt Online News: This is in our opinion as ridiculous a case as the woman who burned herself with hot coffee. If you purchase a cd and let someone else have it are you guilty of copyright infringement? This little girl downloaded music someone else had already paid for and was sharing it, for no charge to others. This is another example of the greedy wanting more than what is rightfully theirs. This is just an opinion by Breathitt Online News. Local Business gets unwanted material on their Computer. 9-2-03 Local Business, T.K. Music, located in the Wal Mart Shopping Center recently closed it’s doors and relocated. The Owners of the store recently found Child Pornography on their business computer at this location shortly after terminating one of their employees. An increase in ink & computer paper raised the suspicions of the owners. They called the City Police on June 24th, 2003, and Jackson Police Officers responded. According to officer Spicer, in an interview given to WYMT, there was information to show that child porn had been viewed on the computer. One photo observed was a nude 8 year old child. According to local authorities, the computer was turned over to another Agency with the capability of tracking and investigating this situation. There have been no arrests at this time. We will keep you updated if any other information becomes available. Breathitt Online broke this story after receiving some tips from concerned parents. Campton man dies after head on collision 9-19-03 Jackson, Ky. According to Breathitt County Coroner, Bobby Thorpe, Kevin Smith 30, of Campton Ky. was pronounced dead at 2:30pm at KRMC following a collision with James Campbell of Breathitt County around 1:15pm. Campbell's vehicle apparently crossed the center line on Hwy 15 near the Roadside rest area just outside of Jackson. Campbell was air lifted to UK hospital. This accident is under investigation by Trooper Sumner. 9-29-03 A 2002 TOYOTA BEING OPERATED BY 52 YEAR OLD REBECCA STIDHAM OF CLAYHOLE WAS TRAVELING EAST ON 15 MILE CREEK ROAD WHEN SHE CROSSED THE CENTERLINE AND STRUCK A 1994 FORD MUSTANG BEING OPERATED BY 42 YEAR OLD HAZEL FUGATE OF LOST CREEK HEAD ON. A 1994 FORD CONTOUR BEING OPERATED BY 22 YEAR OLD ABBY FUGATE OF LOST CREEK THEN STRUCK THE MUSTANG FROM BEHIND. REBECCA STIDHAM WAS TRANSPORTED TO THE HAZARD HOSPITAL WHERE SHE WAS PROUNCED DEAD BY THE PERRY COUNTY CORONER. HAZEL FUGATE AND A PASSENGER IN HER VEHICLE 36 YEAR OLD GEORGINA NAPIER OF ROWDY WERE ADMITTED TO THE HAZARD HOSPITAL WITH MULTIPLE INJURIES. ABBY FUGATE WAS TREATED AND RELEASED. AT THIS TIME THE ACCIDENT IS STILL UNDER INVESTIGATION BY TROOPER TIM KILBURN. ON 9-29-2003 TROOPER GARY SANDLIN AND DETECTIVES WITH THE HIDTA DRUG TASK FORCE, AND SHERIFF JOHN TURNER SEARCHED THE RESIDENCE AND AREA AROUND THE RESIDENCE OF CARL CLEMONS IN THE QUICKSAND ROAD AREA OF BREATHITT COUNTY. THE OFFICERS LOCATED OVER 5 POUNDS OF PROCESSED MARIJUANA, MORE THAN 5 MARIJUANA PLANTS, DRUG PARAPHERNALIA AND SEVERAL WEAPONS. CARL CLEMONS WAS LODGED IN THE BREATHITT COUNTY JAIL AND CHARGED WITH SEVERAL DRUG OFFENSES. AT THIS TIME THE INVESTIGATION IS CONTINUING. UPDATE: Carl Clemons was released on a ROR Bond by Trial Commissioner John Brewer. ROR is a bond where it costs the Accused Nothing if he shows up for court. The reason given on the bond release was NOT ENOUGH PROBABLE CAUSE. Charlie IX at the Challenger Learning Center 9-3-03 On Tuesday, August 19th cadet & staff members from the Cadet Leadership and Education Program had the opportunity to visit the Challenger Learning Center in Hazard Ky. Charlie IX Platoon was accompanied by head teacher Mr. Dean Smith, Youth Worker Larry Morris & Teacher Melanie Stevens. Mr. John Handshoe offered instruction in the use of the Global Positioning System that would enable them to find new coordinates revealing a new destination. Following the search activities at the Perry County Park, Charlie Cadets returned to Hazard Community College for a more extensive tour of the Challenger Center. Charlie Platoon also took time out to eat lunch before receiving certificates recognizing their ability to use the Global Positioning system correctly. A wonderful learning experience was granted from both Mr. Handshoe & the Challenger Learning Center. CLEP staff and cadets greatly enjoyed the trip and extend their appreciation! Ambulance situation Raises interesting questions 9-19-03 Jackson, Ky If you need an ambulance in Breathitt County and you have to call 911, you may want to read this. As we reported a couple weeks ago and Stacy McCloud, of WYMT 57, reported last night, Life Care ambulance, Breathitt County Fiscal Court's appointed 911 provider, appears to be operating without the necessary documents and requirements needed. After some investigating, it was found that Life Care, owned by Mike Johnson, was lacking in several areas needed to operate. This culminated in mid May when one of Life Care's ambulances crossed the center line, of a slick highway, and hit a vehicle head-on killing one and severly injuring another. This is where the story takes it's twists and turns. At the time of the accident, Life Care presented Police with insurance information listing Wills Insurance Company of Covington Kentucky as it's provider. This company does not exist. The Police report stated the ambulance was going 35-40 when it hit the vehicle head on and continued to travel until it left the roadway. Mike Johnson has had 3 different court dates to appear for this charge and all 3 dates have been postponed. The family involved in this terrible accident, are left with no money to pay for the mediacl bills and for future treatment. After further investigation it was found that Life Care has had NO insurance since July 29th 2001. This policy was cancelled at the time for lack of Payment. Further information revealed that the Secretary of State listed Life Care as "INACTIVE" on 11-1-2000. This was a result of not filing proper paperwork for the business. As of this todays date, Life Care has had 8 lawsuits filed against it since 1999, to include one by the the Secretary of Revenue, and 7 civil suits. Also, at this time, they are being investigated by the Insurance fraud division. What does this all mean? The County Judge Executive, Lew Henry Warrix, stated in a taped interview, that Life Care was given the primary 911 service, but no one bothered to check for proper documents. Does this make The Breathitt County Fiscal Court responsible, in part, for the death involved in the May accident. Also, why has the Breathitt Fiscal Court not taken action against Life Care. If Life Care does not have the necessary documents to legally operate, then why are they? This situation with the fiscal court and 911 providers doesn't appear to have been investigated as it should have been with such a vital service needed for this county. Stay tuned with Breathitt Online News & WYMT for more as this story develops. Should An Ambulance Service Have Been On The Road? Stacy McCloud's Full Report 9-19-03 Back in May Lifecare Ambulance Service out of Breathitt County was involved in an accident that killed an elderly Booneville woman, now at issue whether the ambulance service had insurance. A pre-trial conference was scheduled for this morning but both lawyers agreed to postpone the meeting for unknown reasons. Family members of the victim killed in the accident say this is the third time they have left the courtroom with no answers. Donna Gross remembers everything about the day her sister 73 year old Helen Spence was killed, she should, she was driving the car when a Lifecare Ambulance slid off of route 30 and then hitting their car head on. An ambulance Spences family says should have never been on the road to begin with. But police records indicate the ambulance service did show proof of insurance, insurance the county says they don't have, that's why the county filed a lawsuit, but Spences son says...that's not enough. Most of all they say they're tired of waiting for what they call justice that's long overdue, justice not in the form of money but for a mom, sister, and grandmother who they say should still be alive today. Records in Breathitt County indicate that Lifecare has had seven civil lawsuits filed since 1999. The most recent just last month. In Frankfort, the secretary of revenue filed a suit in June also WYMT tried to contact Wills insurance company twice. The company listed on the police report as Lifecare's insurer, but there was no listing. We did contact Mike Johnson the owner of Lifecare and his attorney, but they were unavailable for comment. Story as written On WKYT Website LIFE CARE AMBULANCE SERVICE, INC. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Organization Number 0451663 Company Name LIFE CARE AMBULANCE SERVICE, INC. Status Inactive Profit/NonProfit Profit Standing Bad State KY Company Type KCO Country Date Agent Resigned File Date 2/3/1998 Incorp. Date 2/3/1998 Authority Date Exp. Date Last Annual Report 12/30/1999 Agent Name MICHAEL D. JOHNSON Agent Addr 1575 HWY 30 W. Prin.Office Addr 1575 HWY 30 W. JACKSON, KY 41339 JACKSON, KY 41339 Authorized Shares 0000001000 Preferred No Par Preferred Par Common No Par Common Par Initial Directors / Incorporators MICHAEL D. JOHNSON INCORPORATOR From the Secretary of State Web Site Activity History for Corporation Organization Number 0451663 Company Name LIFE CARE AMBULANCE SERVICE, INC. Status I Company Type KCO File Date 2/3/1998 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Date Description Merge/Share/Name Change Id 11/1/2000 Admin Dis. A. report not in 2/3/2000 Reinstatement 2/3/2000 Principal office change 2/3/2000 Registered agent address change 11/2/1999 Admin Dis. A. report not in 2/3/1998 Add Pride Update 9-21-03 As we continue to investigate the money awarded to a local company, we find out more & more of what appears to be unusual practices. The company listed East Kentucky Evironmental Services Inc. as their business name. The name itself, listed on a bill for the fiscal court, is registered with the Secretary of State to a group out of Pikeville. There is no active information from on any of the people, who received the bid, to be part of this company. Upon further investigation, we found that the letter head was wrong. The business in question is listed under Eastern Kentucky Environmental Services which was incorporated in April of this year. To further cloud things, This business sent in a request for payment to the Breathitt Fiscal Court for completing 1/4 of the Job. The Phone number listed on the bill was for Jackson Womans Clinic, a division of KRMC. We are investigating the connection between KRMC personnel and the work being done and billed by this company awarded the bid. The Letter head presented to the fiscal court, shows 666-6416 as the contact number for East Kentucky Environmental Services Inc. We will have more for you as the story develops. Note: As always we report facts as we have them through documents and our investigation. We have copies of the bill and a letter from the fiscal court outlining requirements for the bid in question. Local Youth Serves his Country and represents Breathitt County Jackson, Ky 10-29-03 Chris Fallen who played Little League for me when he was 9 & 10 year old. Chris has grown into a fine young man and joined the U.S. Army a few years back. He has served in the war in Afghanistan and has been stationed in Iraq for the last few months. Gives us something to think about that a 20 year old man who came from within the BYF has already served through two major wars. When you stop in Hardees talk to his Grandmother, Betty Taulbee, and give her that word of encouragement that all families of these young men need and deserve. Good luck Chris and God bless you. Coach Danny Fugate TRUE VALUE donates to JCS Jackson Ky 10-29-03 On Tuesday October 28th, 2003, True Value of Jackson presented the Jackson City LadyTigers Softball team with a donation of $ 200.00 for their effort in operating the Haunted House during the True Value Fall Bash 2003. True Value of Jackson continues their tradition of supporting all schools within Breathitt County and many organizations throughout the year. Kentucky's unemployment rate plummets in August FRANKFORT, Ky. (Oct. 10, 2003) - Kentucky's seasonally adjusted unemployment rate fell to 5.7 percent in August from 6.1 percent in July, according to the Department for Employment Services, a Cabinet for Workforce Development agency. Oldham County's 2.8 percent jobless rate was the lowest in the commonwealth. Other low rates were recorded in Jessamine and Woodford counties, 2.9 percent each; Anderson County, 3.1 percent; Franklin and Metcalfe counties, 3.2 percent each. Magoffin County recorded the state's highest unemployment rate - 12.2 percent. It was followed by Carter County, 11.7 percent; Fulton County, 11.3 percent; Harlan and Letcher counties, 10.8 percent each; Breathitt and Carlisle counties, 9.4 percent each. Breathitt has been in the top 10 in highest unemployment rate for some time. It would be refreshing to see some new jobs brought into this county that could support families. erryville Battle Reenactment Slated for Oct. 4-5 FRANKFORT, Ky. 10-02-03 -- The annual reenactment of the pivotal Civil War clash called the Battle of Perryville will be staged Oct. 4-5 at Perryville Battlefield State Historic Site near Danville. One of the park system's most colorful special weekends, The Battle of Perryville includes battle reenactments at 2 p.m. both days, as well as period demonstrations, Civil War music, a period church service, and sutlers. Other special features include a reenactment of the Lincoln-Davis debate, scheduled for 3 p.m. Saturday, and cricket games from 9 to 11 a.m. on Sunday. A number of guest speakers will add perspective to the event. Kirk Jenkins, author of "The Battle Rages Higher," will outline the history of the 15th Kentucky Union Regiment, whose first engagement was at Perryville. Historian Susan Hughes will discuss how Kentucky women contended with the horrors of battle. On Sunday morning at 11, visitors can take part in "Ghost Walks," during which living history interpreter Mandy Dick will tell spooky tales of Civil War era ghosts. Also throughout the weekend, escorted, narrated tours of the Perryville Battlefield will be conducted. Meanwhile, the Perryville community will observe the event with a variety of activities, including historic tours and a parade. Admission is $3 per car, $15 per bus. Visitors are encouraged to wear comfortable shoes, because of the park's uneven terrain. More information may be found by calling the Danville/Boyle County Convention and Visitors Bureau at 1-800-755-0076 or visiting this web address: http://www.perryvillereenactment.org. 11-2-03 Voters looking for last minute candidate information could benefit from two non-partisan websites managed by the League of Women Voters of Kentucky. All candidates for State Government offices were asked questions about important issues facing Kentuckians. Almost all candidates responded. Their responses are available at <www.lwvky.org> and <www.dnet.org/KY>. For more information contact Joan Peoples at <peoplesjc@iclub.org>. The League urges all registered voters to become informed and vote on November 4th. Sincerely, Joan B. Peoples, President League of Women Voters of Kentucky peoplesjc@iclub.org Breathitt County Library Press Release 10-29-03 COLLEGE AVENUE-- The Breathitt County Public Library hosted the 2003 Halloween Storytime on Saturday, October 25, 2003 at the Library on College Avenue. More than thirty children participated, many of them wearing their scariest costumes. The children listened to scary stories and made several Halloween crafts as part of the annual event. Those participating enjoyed snacks and a It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown. Twenty- five parents accompanied the children to the event and helped distribute candy and treats to those in attendance. Special thanks to all the parents and guests who helped make the event a huge success. Have a Safe and Happy Halloween from the Breathitt County Library. FALL FIRE SEASON BEGINS OCT. 1 Frankfort, Ky. 10-1-02 - It's forest fire hazard season again in Kentucky. The fall forest fire hazard season begins Oct. 1 and runs through Dec. 15. During this time it is illegal to burn anything in or within 150 feet of any woodland or brushland except between the hours of 6 p.m. and 6 a.m. "This year, more than ever, citizens who live in and around our state's woodlands should take extra precautions to ensure their property is safe from wildfire," said Leah MacSwords, director of the Kentucky Division of Forestry. "Current budget constraints have impacted the division's resources both in personnel and equipment. We have fewer resources available than in previous years but we will provide the best protection and fastest response as possible with the resources we do have." Citizens and communities can take steps now to "Firewise" their homes and communities. Firewise is a national program designed to reduce the wildfire danger to homes and communities. Some of the simple things that the Firewise Communities Program recommends are keeping at least a 30-foot mowed buffer area (defensible space) around your home, having water hoses that reach all the way around your home, enclosing decks so leaves can't blow up under them and stacking firewood away from the house. For more information on the Firewise Communities Program visit their web site at www.firewise.org . Another way citizens can reduce the wildfire threat to their homes is by reporting arsonists. Arson is the leading cause of forest fires in Kentucky. Wildland arsonists have burned nearly half a million acres of Kentucky's forests in the last four years. The Kentucky Division of Forestry needs your help in stopping this senseless crime. Call the Target Arson Hotline at 1-800-27-ARSON. You may qualify for a cash reward if your information leads to an arrest and indictment. Accidental fires are the second leading cause of forest fires in Kentucky. Safety precautions should be taken and weather conditions considered before conducting any outdoor burning and remember to check with the Kentucky Division for Air Quality and Division of Waste Management to make sure you are in compliance with their outdoor burning regulations. For more information on the forest fire hazard season, burning laws and safe outdoor burning procedures call the Kentucky Division of Forestry at 1-800-866-0555 Dual Credit 10-15-03 Students can enroll in college credit classes thanks to agreements signed between Hazard Community and Technical College and Breathitt County School System and Breathitt County Area Technology Center. Margaret Gross, Breathitt County Area Technology Center and Ken Turner, Breathitt County Schools assistant superintendent, and Dr. R. Kathy Smoot, Vice President for Academics and Provost for HCTC, Participated in the signing of the agreement. Breathitt County educators work with HCTC toward a coordinated curriculum in an effort to encourage students to continue their education beyond high school Dual Credit 10-15-03 Students can enroll in college credit classes thanks to agreements signed between Hazard Community and Technical College and Jackson City School System. Debbie Thompson, Jackson City Family Resource Youth Service Center director, and Dr. R. Kathy Smoot, Vice President for Academics and Provost for HCTC, both took part in the signing ceremony. Jackson city educators work with HCTC toward a coordinated curriculum in an effort to encourage students to continue their education beyond high school. Breathitt Online Welcomes New Sponsors!! 10-2-03 As we continue to grow so does our sponsor team. We are excited to have all the sponsors who have supported us in the past, present and future, and we welcome all new sponsors. Please visit all of our sponsors and tell them you saw their ad online. A Special welcome goes out to new sponsors; Aaron Jonan Memorial Clinic, Sports Shack, and Karen Sallee. Click Here to visit all our Sponsors pages! Breathitt County Younger Women’s Club By: Renee Snowden 10-18-03 The Breathitt County Younger Women’s Club held its last meeting in September at the Breathitt County Museum. This was also the new members meeting, in which they club recruits other members of the community to be a part of the club. They had several new members to and are very excited. At the meeting, Martha Yount told people what colors they were (example: fall, spring). Renee Snowden did facials. Everyone had a great time. The Breathitt County Younger Women’s Club will have their next meeting on October 21st at 6:00 p.m. at the Breathitt County Museum. If you would like more information on joining the club, feel free to attend. Breathitt County Younger Women’s Club Officers for 2003-2004 President Lisa Gross Vice President Renee Snowden Corresponding Secretary Chrystal Noble Recording Secretary Patty Wilder Treasurer Carmen Watts Parliamentarian Paula Jo Clemons-Combs On October 30th, 2003 the local Pre-Schools visited Wal-Mart to Trick-or-Treat. Many Ghost and Goblins showed up along with many cute little Prince and Princess's. All the children got to go in Wal-Mart and make a circle of the store while getting treats at different departments. Thanks to Wal-Mart, all the Teachers, Aides and Bus Drivers for caring about the children of Breathitt County. Breathitt Man Dies in Lee Co. Wreck 10-19-03 Lee Co. A Breathitt County man died Friday evening in an automobile accident in Lee Co. According to Breathitt County Coroner, Bobby Thorpe, Granville Turner Jr. 53, of Lower Twin and Freddy Campbell of Irvine, were both killed in the accident. Trooper Allen from the Richmond Post is investigating the accident. New Ambulance Service applies for a Certificate of Need 10-19-03 Empire Ambulance has file a certificate of need for a ground ambulance service for Breathitt County. The application was filed with the Ky. Cabinet for Health Services. At this time no further information on the owners or the application is available at this time. Empire Ambulance filed a letter of intent for a Certificate of need. below is the business who filed it and people that own it. Organization Number 0559277 Company Name MCINTOSH EMPIRE, INC. Status Active Profit/NonProfit Profit Standing Good State KY Company Type KCO Country Date Agent Resigned File Date 5/1/2003 Incorp. Date 5/1/2003 Authority Date Exp. Date Last Annual Report Agent Name DARRELL S MCINTOSH Agent Addr 68 SHACK LANE Prin.Office Addr PO BOX 170 JACKSON, KY 41339 JACKSON, KY 41339 Authorized Shares 0000001000 Preferred No Par Preferred Par Common No Par Common Par Initial Directors / Incorporators DARRELL S MCINTOSH INCORPORATOR IRENE MCINTOSH INCORPORATOR On Thursday October 23rd, 2003 the Miller Headstart's #1 and #2 along with Branson Headstart enjoyed a funfilled day. Their first stop was at Wal-Mart where they were greeted by members of the Jackson Fire Department who talked to the children about fire safety. Everyone got their pictures taken with the Firemen and the Fire truck and a good time was enjoyed by all. Thanks to the Fire Department and Wal-Mart for sponsoring this event. The Headstart groups then went to Douthitt Park where they enjoyed a picnic and enjoyed a great day outside having fun. On Thursday October 23rd, 2003 Wal-Mart celebrated "Cashier Appreciation Day". Each cashier working for Wal-Mart received an appreciation Pin, a card, along with celebrating with cake in their honor. The females also received a Corsage while the male cashiers received a box of candy. Congratulations to the Wal-Mart cashiers and a great thanks goes out to all cashiers everywhere. Pictured are #1 Kathy, #2 LouAnn and #3 Donna Halloween Eve is Frightening Enough without the Scare Tactics being Waged against Kentucky Patients 11-2-03 Trick or Truth, Kentucky Patients just want the Truth Louisville, Ky The Kentucky Medical Association has started an all out campaign of political scare tactics intended to frighten Kentucky patients into giving up their legal protections to protect bad doctors. Kentuckians are being bombarded with untrue radio news releases, frightening posters in doctor offices state-wide and now politically motivated literature being passed out in patient examining rooms. Any respectable doctor should ask for the lies to stop and for a change in leadership at the KMA. The KMA claims that Kentucky has experienced a net loss of 819 physicians since 2000, when according to the Kentucky Board of Medical Licensure, the doctor’s governing body, there has been a net loss of only 19 doctors in the same time period. This is during a time when the Federal government offered incentives to hospitals to reduce the gllut of doctors in residency programs at teaching hospitals. “These scare tactics are nothing more than unethical politics at its worst, stated Jason Baird, Executive Director of Kentucky Watch. The real issue facing Kentucky consumers is the epidemic of medical malpractice. Until we properly increase patient safety and quality of care in Kentucky, we will continue to see unnecessary deaths and injuries caused by medical malpractice” stated Baird. “I think what is so scary to Kentucky‘s doctors is the truth.” “If doctors want to bring down malpractice insurance rates, their time would be better spent working to reduce errors and make sure that patients receive safe quality healthcare instead of waging this campaign of scare tactics and lies,” said David Shipp, who lost his wife in 1999 to a misdiagnosis at a Louisville hospital. The Kentucky Watch Foundation is a network of families impacted by medical errors, community activists and individual consumers working together to ensure patient safety is the number one priority in any medical care debate. “It is unfortunate that the leadership of the KMA would rather lie to protect bad doctors who seriously injure patients, than protect good doctors from insurance companies’ price gouging,” said Baird. “Doctors should be taking their frustrations out on out-of-control insurance companies, not innocent patients and their families.” For Kentucky families who want to become involved in the effort to increase the quality of patient care in Kentucky dial 502.875.3898. More information can also be gathered by checking out www.kentuckywatch.org. Jason A. Baird Executive Director Kentucky Watch Ghost Hunting in Kentucky and Beyond" 9-11-03 Bardstown Visitor Center is proud to present a new event called "Bardstown Ghost Trek". Below is the press release for the Bardstown Ghost Trek. I Join us at the Visitor's Center as we go on a ghost trek down the shadowy streets of our old historic Bardstown and hear about its ghostly activity from Certified Ghost Hunter, Patti Starr. During this guided walking tour you'll hear real stories involving true experiences of people witnessing ghostly activity that is happening now in the locations on the trek. At the end of the trek, everyone meets back at the Visitor's Center where you will see photos, listen to ghost voices and watch videos of ghostly anomalies that were captured during ghost investigations of the places visited on the ghost trek. The guided walking ghost tour lasts one hour and ending with the presentation inside the visitor's center is half an hour. Call today to reserve your tickets, 502-348- 4877or 1-800-6384877, every Friday & Saturday night, two available times, 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm or 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm at Bardstown Visitors Center, 107 E. Stephen Foster Ave, Bardstown, KY 40004. Tickets are $10.00 per person. The tour is limited to 35 people so sign up soon. www.bardstowntourism.com, |
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