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Visitation: After 10:00 AM Monday, May 20th, at Bowling Funeral Home Funeral Service: 1:00 PM Monday, May 20th, in the Bowling Funeral Home Chapel Interment: Baker Cemetery at Portersburg, Kentucky
Don Martin was born on December 3, 1937, in Hima, Kentucky, the son of the late Bert and Daisy Hammons Martin. He was united in marriage to Patricia Branson Martin, who survives. He is also survived by three children: Donald W. Martin of Indianapolis, Indiana, Shelley Baker of Manchester and Kristi Cody of Lyons, Indiana, two sisters: Ruth Ann Wooldridge of Lebanon, Indiana, and Cathy Bishop of Indianapolis, one brother: Clyde V. Martin of Spencer, Indiana, six grandchildren: Justin and Holly Baker, Brittany Martin, Ashley Oliver, Autumn McDaniels and Kyle Cody, three great-grandchildren: Landon Baker, Randall Hensley and James McDaniels, plus a host of other friends and relatives to mourn his passing. In addition to his parents, he is also preceded in death by two brothers: Dave and Velt Martin.
He was a veteran of the United States Marine Corp and a retired employee of Rexnord Link Belt Corporation of Indianapolis, Indiana. Don Martin departed this life at Manchester Memorial Hospital on Thursday, May 16, 2013.
Memorial Day is a United States federal holiday that is observed on the last Monday of May (observed this year on 2007-05-28). It was formerly known as Decoration Day. This holiday commemorates U.S. men and women who have died in military service to their country. It began first to honor Union soldiers who died during the American Civil War. After World War I, it expanded to include those who died in any war or military action.
Many people observe this holiday by visiting cemeteries and memorials. A national moment of remembrance takes place at 3 pm Washington time. Another tradition is to fly the U.S. Flag at half-staff from dawn until noon local time. Volunteers place a U.S. Flag upon each gravesite located in a National Cemetery.
In addition to remembrance, Memorial Day is also a time for picnics, family gatherings, and sporting events. Some Americans view Memorial Day as the unofficial beginning of summer and Labor Day as the unofficial end of the season. TThe USAF "101 Critical days of summer" also begin on this day as well. Some Americans use Memorial Day to also honor any family members who have died, not just servicemen.
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Middlesboro Daily News Pairings set for 13th Region baseball tournament
Middlesboro will open up the 13th Region Baseball Tournament against host Knox Central, while Pineville drew defending champion South Laurel for their first round game. The pairings were determined at the draw on Friday at KCHS. All the first round games are scheduled for Monday. 52nd District champion Harlan County (26-9) opens the tournament against 49th District runner-up Clay County (18-17) at 10 a.m. 51st District runner-up Pineville (10-17) takes on 50th District champion South Laurel (24-6) at 1 p.m. 49th District champ North Laurel (21-11) plays 50th District runner-up Corbin (19-17) at 4 p.m. with 52nd District runner-up Middlesboro (21-11) going up against 51st District champion Knox Central (18-18) at 7 p.m.
The Panthers won their only meeting with the Jackets, 5-4 back on April 5 in the first round of the Billy Joe Idol Memorial Tournament at MHS. The pairings actually set the same way for the Jackets’ as last seasons run to the 13th Region championship game. They beat Knox Central in the first round, North Laurel in the semifinals and met South Laurel in the finals.
The Pineville Mountain Lions earned their way into the tournament with a 6-5 win over Barbourville in the first round of the 51st District Tournament. It’s the first time the Lions have advanced to the region since 1999. While Pineville would have been the underdogs against any of the district champions, they face an especially tough test against the tournament favorites.
The 13th Region Tournament runs all day long on Memorial Day at Knox Central.
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Flags at half-staff « Result #4 on May 24, 2013, 8:04pm »
Flags Directed to Half-staff in Honor of Memorial Day Commonwealth News Center press release
Gov. Steve Beshear has directed that flags at all state office buildings be displayed at half-staff until noon on Monday, May 27, 2013 in observance of Memorial Day. “Memorial Day is a time for Kentuckians and all Americans to honor those military men and women who have given the ultimate sacrifice,” said Gov. Beshear. “On Monday, I urge you to take a moment and give thanks to the service members who sacrificed their lives for our freedoms and also recognize those who are still serving our country both at home and abroad.”
Gov. Beshear encourages individuals, businesses, organizations and government agencies to join in this tribute. For information on Memorial Day ceremonies at Kentucky veterans cemeteries and nursing homes, please visit
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Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife « Result #5 on May 24, 2013, 8:01pm »
Kentucky Afield Outdoors: It’s catfish time across the state Kentucky Department of Fish & Wildlife News Release
When water temperatures warm into the 70s, it's catfish time across Kentucky.
"Late May and June is the prime time for catching catfish from reservoirs, small lakes, rivers and farm ponds," said Gerry Buynak, assistant director of fisheries at the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources. "The spawn is underway and with the onset of warmer weather, catfish settle into daily patterns. They begin to feed aggressively at dawn and dusk and throughout the night."
The top three catfish species sought by anglers in Kentucky include the channel catfish, the blue catfish and the flathead catfish:
The channel catfish (Ictalurus punctatus) is the most widely distributed catfish species in Kentucky. It thrives in ponds and small lakes. It has a bluish-silver back, white belly and silvery sides with small, irregular dark spots. Adults are commonly 12 to 20 inches long.
"Each year almost 200,000 channel catfish are stocked in Kentucky waters," said Buynak. "At the end of May, we'll be putting channel catfish in 27 of our FINs (Fishing in Neighborhoods) lakes."
To catch channel catfish, an angler must fish on the bottom. That's because channel catfish are scavengers, using their super-sensitive whiskers to detect the odors of food on the bottom. Use the basic slip sinker rig - a No. 2 hook, leader, barrel swivel and egg sinker - for bottom fishing. Night crawlers, shrimp, chicken liver or scented dough are excellent channel catfish baits.
The blue catfish (Ictalurus furcatus) thrives in big rivers such as the lower Ohio and Mississippi rivers, as well as their major tributaries. Blue catfish are also found in Lake Barkley and Kentucky Lake. In the last decade blue catfish have been successfully established in several small lakes and four major reservoirs -- Taylorsville Lake, Barren River Lake, Dewey Lake and Fishtrap Lake.
The blue catfish is similar in appearance to the channel catfish. The most obvious difference is that the blue catfish has a straight anal fin. The blue catfish is bluish-gray with silvery sides and a white belly. The tail is deeply forked.
To target blue catfish in small lakes, use a bobber to keep the bait suspended about 6-8 feet below the surface. The best bait for blue catfish is cut bait, such as the viscera and gills of gizzard shad, chunks of bluegill, or pieces of minnow. The flathead catfish (Pylodictis olivaris) is primarily found in large rivers and reservoirs.
It is brown to reddish-brown to yellowish with dark blotches on the top and sides, with a yellowish to white belly. It has a wide, flat head, a triangular-shaped tail and a protruding lower jaw. Flatheads commonly reach 36 inches and can live for 20 years. Adults are solitary and inhabit deep, sluggish pools during the day. They move into rocky shallows at night, often locating around cover. They eat live fish such as creek chubs, shiners, shad and sunfish.
Anglers should use a slip sinker rig with a small foam float attached to the leader. Hook the baitfish through the tail to keep it from snagging on the bottom. Catfish in Kentucky are big, abundant and found throughout the state. Now is time to start fishing for them.
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Red Bird High School Sports « Result #6 on May 24, 2013, 7:59pm »
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Fields' Notebook: Former Red Bird player takes over as coach at Montgomery County
Jason Holland had a good thing going as the Oldham County boys' basketball coach. He led the Colonels to 8th Region titles two of the last three years, and the program is well-stocked for the future. But Holland decided to leave Oldham County for Montgomery County where he will replace Happy Osborne.
Holland said there are several reasons for his job change. He's from Clay County (where his mom still lives), he played high school ball at Red Bird and college ball at Berea. Holland went 92-38 in four years at Oldham County. Before that he was at Henry County five years. He will be Montgomery County's fourth coach in four years, following Osborne, Tony Wise and Keith Griesser.
Oldham County didn't have to look far for its new boys' coach. Coy Zerhusen, a Colonels' assistant the past five years, will head the program. Zerhusen played at Scott County and Centre College.
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Senator Mitch McConnell Press Release « Result #7 on May 24, 2013, 7:56pm »
Memorial Day 2013 Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell Press Release
Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell made the following remarks today in honor of Memorial Day: “Monday, May 27, is Memorial Day—the day Americans set aside to honor the brave men and women in uniform who have made the greatest possible sacrifice for their country. One-point-one million Americans have died defending our country. Freedom as we know it—here at home and around the world—would not exist without their heroism.
“Kentucky has played a vital role in this Nation’s defense during our history. I am honored to represent Kentuckians in the Armed Forces, including those stationed at Fort Knox, Fort Campbell, the Blue Grass Army Depot, and members of the Reserves and Kentucky National Guard. At Fort Knox, the Memorial Day ceremony this year will continue a tradition of honoring the memory of one particular fallen soldier. This year, that soldier is Private First Class David P. Nash of Daviess County, Kentucky.
“While serving in Vietnam on December 29, 1968, 20-year-old PFC Nash valiantly rolled on top of an exploding grenade to save the lives of three other soldiers. We must not forget the deeds of PFC Nash, or the many other men and women in uniform who gave their lives in service. Memorial Day is a day to honor their memories, and to let their loved ones know our country has not forgotten them. I know my fellow Kentuckians agree that we are honored to fly the flag which those brave heroes sought to protect.”
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Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife « Result #8 on May 24, 2013, 7:55pm »
Keep safety in mind as Kentucky's recreational boating season launches Kentucky Department of Fish & Wildlife News Release
The three-day Memorial Day holiday which starts Saturday is the unofficial start of recreational boating season in Kentucky. Boating safety officials with the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources are urging everyone who plans to be on the water to keep safety in mind. About 90 percent of all boating accident victims die as a result of drowning.
"Wearing a life jacket is the most important step you can take to keep you and your family safe on the water," said Zac Campbell, boating education administrator for the department's Division of Law Enforcement. "Your odds of surviving an unintentional fall overboard with a life jacket on are substantially higher.Just remember your life jacket's got your back."
Conservation officers will be out in full force patrolling the state's lakes and rivers, watching for impaired boaters and checking vessels for required safety equipment. Boaters are most often written up for expired boat registration, not enough life jackets on board, boating under the influence, going too fast in an idle speed only zone or having no fire extinguisher on board.
Boaters should also remember that youths ages 12 to 17 must have a valid Kentucky boater education card to operate a boat or personal watercraft of 10 horsepower or more. For complete information on boating regulations, safety requirements and boat operation, consult the 2013-14 Kentucky Fishing and Boating Guide, available wherever fishing licenses are sold. The guide also is available online at:
Think About It..... « Result #10 on May 24, 2013, 8:35am »
Reformation Can Come by Don Pinson
There’s never been a darker day in America’s history. We’re murdering more than 5,000 unborn children a day by abortion. And we can’t even get major network coverage on the trial of a so-called doctor who murdered maybe hundreds of children outside the womb immediately after they were born.
Our government demands that 15 year-old girls have the right to a so-called “morning after” pill which will kill the baby just conceived in her womb. Sex-slave traffic has been increasing steadily for many years in our land. And a new strain of gonorrhea has just been discovered which is feared to be worse than aids. All this is the fruit of our increasingly immoral lifestyles....
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Clay County News from WYMT-TV « Result #11 on May 24, 2013, 7:10am »
Getson Roberts remains on the loose after escaping from the Clay County Detention Center
WYMT-TV (http://bit.ly/18kjAKv) in Hazard reported that Getson Roberts remained on the loose escaping from the Clay County Detention Center. Brandon Damron slipped away on work release while an inmate at the Pike County Detention Center. Ricky Hendrix found an unlocked door at the Leslie County Detention center and used it to get away. William Feltner jumped from a moving inmate transfer van on the way to the Kentucky River Regional Jail.
Deputy Jailer Clarence Dalton says all inmates have to do all day is figure ways to get out and sometimes they succeed. The station previously reported that Roberts had been caught. Officials say they gave incorrect information to the station. Information from:
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Eastern Kentucky University Baseball « Result #12 on May 24, 2013, 6:59am »
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Former Clay County Tiger John Wilson was two for two with a run scored in the EKU loss to Austin Peay in the OVC tournament.
EKU Falls To Austin Peay In OVC Tourney Eastern Kentucky University Press Release
Fifth seeded Eastern Kentucky lost to No. 2 seed Austin Peay, 13-4, in the second round of the Ohio Valley Conference Baseball Tournament on Thursday. With just one loss, the Colonels remain alive in the double elimination event.
EKU took a 2-0 lead in the top of the first inning on an RBI double by Sean Hagen and a run scoring single by Bryan Soloman. Soloman finished 2-for-4 with an RBI. The Governors got one back in the bottom of the first and then took the lead in the second. An Eastern fielding error allowed two runs to come home to give APSU a 3-2 lead. Michael Davis made it 4-2 in the third with a double down the left field line.
Austin Peay pulled away with six runs in the fifth. Jordan Hankins had a 2-run double in the inning and Reed Harper had a 2-run single. John Wilson lead off the eighth with a base hit and scored on a ground ball. Eastern Kentucky freshman TJ Alas hit his first career home run in the ninth inning.
Hankins finished 3-for-6 with two runs and two RBIs. Harper had four hits in five at bats, scored once and drove in two. Myles Scott (3-3) started for Eastern. He allowed nine runs on nine hits in four and two-thirds innings. He walked five and struck out three. Zach Hall (8-2) earned the win after allowing three runs, just one of which was earned, in seven and one-third innings of work. He gave up six hits, walked three and struck out six.
The Colonels will face the winner of a 11 AM game between Southeast Missouri and Belmont at 3 p.m. ET on Friday.
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Missionary Moment « Result #13 on May 24, 2013, 4:54am »
American Peoples RELATIONSHIP EVANGELISM Missionary Moment
During the past year, 18 cell groups throughout Puebla, Mexico, have been meeting weekly to study the Bible. People in these groups have been working together to win their neighbors and family members to Christ, using relationship evangelism and community outreach. Through their involvement in Puebla’s cell churches, participants have gained the sense that they are useful in God’s Kingdom, according to SHERRY BENNETT, IMB missionary there. “They know that influencing neighbors and family members for Christ is as simple as inviting them over for coffee and conversation,” she said.
The preceding "Missionary Moment" was made possible by gifts to the Southern Baptist Association Cooperative Program, which is supported by several Clay County churches who are members of the Booneville Baptist Association which consists of 25 churches in Clay and Owsley counties which are affiliated with the Southern Baptist Convention and the Kentucky Baptist Convention. For more news and information go to..... Booneville Baptist Association
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Kentucky State Police Press Release « Result #14 on May 23, 2013, 6:40pm »
Jeff Senters named 2012 Trooper of the Year
The Kentucky State Police recognized top officers at a ceremony in Frankfort on May 23. Manchester-resident Sr. Tpr. Charles J. Senters (center) was named 2012 Trooper of the Year. Senters is an eight-year veteran of the agency and is assigned to KSP Post 11 in London. Pikeville-resident Det. Jimmy D. Anderson (left) was named 2012 Detective of the Year. Anderson is an eight-year veteran of the agency and is assigned to KSP Post 9 in Pikeville. London-resident Officer Michael R. Hamblin (right), was named the 2012 Jason Cammack Officer of the Year for the KSP Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Division. Hamblin is a six year veteran of the division and is assigned to CVE Region 4 based in London.
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Flags at half-staff « Result #15 on May 23, 2013, 9:55am »
Flags Directed to Half-staff in Honor of Victims of Oklahoma Tornadoes Commonwealth News Center press release
Governor Steve Beshear today directed that flags at all state office buildings be lowered to half-staff until sunset Friday, May 24, as a mark of respect for victims of the Oklahoma tornadoes. Gov. Beshear encourages individuals, businesses, organizations and government agencies to join in this tribute. Flag status information is available at:
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Clay County School News « Result #16 on May 22, 2013, 11:45am »
kentucky.com Bray named National Merit Scholarship winner
These area students have been named National Merit Scholarship winners and will receive $2,500: Rex I. Bray, Clay County High School; Samuel R. Davidson, Trinity Christian Academy; Macy Early, Henry Clay High School; Matthew W. Fister, Woodford County High School; Jessie Li, Paul Laurence Dunbar High School; Vania Ma, Dunbar; Kareem Hatim Omar, West Jessamine High School; Marina E. Robson, Franklin County High School; Natalie C. Warren, Berea High School; and Leia Wedlund, Dunbar.
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thetimestribune.com Clay County Bail jumper arrested in Laurel County
A Garrad man who tried to elude deputies by hiding behind couch cushions was arrested Friday, according to Laurel County Sheriff John Root. Matthew Collett, 33, is charged with first-degree bail jumping out of Clay County. He also has six other outstanding bench warrants.
Collett’s arrest came after Root’s department got a tip he was at a home along Farley Road. Deputies Josh Scott, Kevin Berry and Mikey Ashurst responded. Another person, Nancy K. Collett, 33, of Manchester, was also at the home and was arrested after she told deputies Matthew Collett was not in the house. She is charged with second-degree hindering apprehension.
Both Matthew Collett and Nancy Collett were jailed in the Laurel County Correctional Center.
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Kentucky State Parks « Result #18 on May 22, 2013, 11:42am »
Lake Cumberland Is a Great Summer Vacation Spot Commonwealth News Center press release
More boaters, anglers and vacationers are expected to head to Lake Cumberland this summer as the pristine southeastern Kentucky lake’s water level rises about 20 feet following repairs to the dam.
Lodging operators are anticipating a strong summer season, said Carolyn Mounce, executive director of the Somerset-Pulaski County Convention and Visitors Bureau. “I bet my hat that we’ll be over 4 million visitors this year,” she said.
That figure would approach the record number of visitors reported in 2006, before Lake Cumberland was lowered by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers during repairs. An abundance of lakes and streams across the Commonwealth makes Kentucky a summer vacation playground. The Bluegrass State boasts more miles of navigable water than any state other than Alaska.
Visitors who venture to Lake Cumberland for houseboating, skiing, fishing and relaxing can expect lots of fun this summer. The lake’s half-dozen marinas that rent houseboats, ski boats, water scooters and other water recreation equipment are ready to meet the anticipated increase in demand.
Houseboating is one of Lake Cumberland’s biggest claims to fame, with the lake’s many tranquil coves and inlets providing great places to anchor and enjoy the lazy days of summer. The operator of Lake Cumberland’s largest marina said bookings for the luxurious rental craft are up.
“We have 60 houseboats for rent,” said Bill Jasper, president of State Dock in Jamestown. “The lake’s coming back. We should have a great year.”
Meanwhile, fish should also be biting at the lake known as among the best for anglers in the eastern United States. The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources is adding 1 million walleye and striped bass to Lake Cumberland’s stock this year to give fishing a boost. Rising water atop the lake’s overgrown banks is expected to spur fish population growth. Spawns of crappie and trout should also be strong.
Mounce said boat and vacation shows she’s been attending are abuzz with talk about the resurgent Lake Cumberland. She advises travelers to make motel and other reservations at the lake as early as possible.
Lake Cumberland, Kentucky’s deepest and third largest lake in surface area, was lowered 40 feet by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in 2007 to ease pressure on Wolf Creek Dam and allow repairs. This summer’s level will reach approximately 700 feet above sea level. The normal level of about 720 feet will be achieved by spring 2014, creating a surface area of more than 50,000 acres, according to the Corps. For more information about Lake Cumberland vacation opportunities, visit:
The Kentucky Department of Travel and Tourism is an agency within the Tourism, Arts and Heritage Cabinet, which promotes the Commonwealth as a travel destination. Tourism in Kentucky has an economic impact of $12.2 billion, supports about 174,000 jobs and generates more than $1.2 billion in taxes.
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Clay County Tiger Baseball « Result #19 on May 21, 2013, 7:08pm »
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The Times-Tribune Jaguars win second straight 49th district title with win over Clay County By John Stepp
With a 6-3 win over the Clay County Tigers, the North Laurel Jaguars became back-to-back 49th District Champions on Monday night. The Jaguars were led by the bat of senior standout Marcus Carson who went 3-4 on the night with two runs scored and a pair of stolen bases. Carson also came on in relief in the sixth inning and closed out the game. North Laurel jumped out to an early lead in the top of the first inning. Carson and Ethan Maxey both reached based on singles, and were brought home on an RBI triple by sophomore Zach Hurley. Hurley later scored on a single by sophomore Logan Mallory to give the Jaguars a 3-0 lead.
The Tigers answered in the bottom of the inning. Hurley walked the first two Clay County batters, both of whom scored on a single by sophomore Dustin Gross. Hurley battled back to retire the next three batters and maintain a 3-2 lead for the Jaguars.
The Jaguars continued their heavy hitting in the second inning as Carson and 8th grader Wes Griebel each reached base on singles to open the inning. A sacrifice fly by Maxey scored Carson and Griebel later scored on an error to give North Laurel a 5-2 lead after two. Both teams were scoreless in the third and fourth innings, until North Laurel got on the board again in the top of the fifth. A single by sophomore Austin Rudder brought home Hurley to round out the scoring for the Jaguars and give them a 6-3 lead.
Clay County looked to be clawing back in the bottom of the sixth. Gross reached base safely with a walk to open the inning and looked to have a chance to score on a double by sophomore Dylan Garrison. Carson got the ball in center and threw Gross out at home, followed by Garrison being thrown out at second. Hurley struck out the next Tigers’ batter to end the inning and allow the Jaguars to come away unscathed.
The Tigers would add another run in the bottom of the seventh, but Carson caught Nathan Huff not looking to strike him out for the final out of the game, and give the Jaguars a 6-3 win.
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Clay County Lady Tiger Softball « Result #20 on May 21, 2013, 7:05pm »
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The Times-Tribune Lady Jaguars grab eighth straight 49th district title By John Stepp
The North Laurel Lady Jaguars captured their eighth straight 49th District Championship on Monday night with an 8-1 win over the Clay County Lady Tigers. North Laurel got a strong performance from their starting pitcher, freshman Mikayla Vires, who allowed just one Clay County run while scattering six hits on the night. Vires pitched a complete game for the Lady Jaguars, picking up the win.
North Laurel wasted no time getting on the board as leadoff batter senior Sidney Herrell reached base and was brought home on a sacrifice fly by freshman Kailin Yantz in the bottom of the first inning. A single by sophomore Kayla Huff in the bottom of the second scored senior Emily Sears to give the Lady Jaguars a 2-0 lead after two innings.
The Lady Jaguars added a third run in the bottom of the third inning when senior Vanessa Smith scored on a sacrifice fly by Vires, helping North Laurel to a 3-0 advantage heading into the fourth. North Laurel rounded out their scoring by adding five runs in the bottom of the fifth inning and taking a 8-0 lead. Blake Johnson, Sears, Vires, Huff, and Farris Strong all scored for the Lady Jaguars in the inning. Herrell and Smith each added an RBI in the inning.
Vires' pitching kept the Lady Tigers at bay until the top of the sixth, when Tracey Hubbard scored off an Alex Roberts single. It was the only run in the game for Clay County.
With the win the Lady Jaguars advance to the 13th Region Tournament next week, where they are the six-time defending champs. Clay County earned a trip to the region with a win over Jackson County earlier in the day.
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Baptist Press « Result #22 on May 21, 2013, 10:16am »
Southern Baptist Disaster Relief Teams in Oklahoma Press Release from Baptist Press
Dozens were killed as a historic tornado moved through the Oklahoma City suburb of Moore, Okla., Monday afternoon (May 20) prompting the North American Mission Board to direct all incoming disaster relief funds to the area. By Tuesday morning the death toll was reported at 51 and climbing, but the medical examiner's office later revised that to at least 24 deaths, according to the Associated Press.
Many of the victims were children, after the tornado severely damaged two elementary schools. The search for survivors continued Tuesday, and it was unclear how many could still be trapped in rubble, dead or alive. Hundreds of people were injured as the two-mile wide tornado stayed on the ground for 40 minutes, cutting a 22-mile path in a heavily populated area. An early estimate rated the tornado as an EF4, CNN said.
The North American Mission Board, in charge of the national Southern Baptist Disaster Relief operation, used Twitter Monday night to signal an exclusive allotment of funds.
"We are currently directing all donations to our disaster fund to Oklahoma City relief. #prayforoklahoma," NAMB tweeted with a link to a donation form.
Anthony Jordan, executive director of the Baptist General Convention of Oklahoma, circulated a letter Monday night saying he was "deeply devastated by the destruction and loss of life" caused by the Moore tornado as well as those that struck Sunday in nearby areas.
"I pray God gives us the strength to pull together, as His people, to turn this tragedy into a moment that gives Him glory," Jordan wrote. "Our disaster relief teams are on the scene of every area affected in Oklahoma, and we will not leave the scenes until every family is served."
Jordan asked Southern Baptists to pray for everyone affected by the disaster and to consider making a contribution to the Oklahoma Baptist Disaster Relief efforts.
"May we be the hands and feet of Christ during these crucial days," Jordan said.
Oklahoma Baptist Disaster Relief teams already were responding to severe weather from Sunday in Shawnee, Edmond and Little Axe when the Moore tornado hit Monday afternoon.
"Within moments of hearing of the destruction in Moore, we put together a rapid response volunteer team to help with the cleanup and recovery efforts," Sam Porter, the BGCO's disaster relief director, said Monday night. "Our teams are on the ground now surveying the area and helping where we can be of most assistance."
At least 80 volunteers from Oklahoma Baptist Disaster Relief had been deployed since Sunday, including a mobile command center, a mobile kitchen and feeding units, chainsaw teams and about 10 chaplains. To support Southern Baptist Disaster Relief, visit:
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Senator Mitch McConnell Press Release « Result #23 on May 21, 2013, 10:14am »
The Tragedy in Oklahoma Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell Press Release
Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell made the following remarks on the Senate floor today regarding the tragic loss of life caused by a devastating tornado in Oklahoma: “We're all thinking today about the tragic loss of life out in Oklahoma yesterday. This morning I’d like to take just a moment to express my condolences to all who lost family and friends in this horrible disaster. It's been a truly heartbreaking loss of life, dozens injured and killed yesterday, including many children. The tornado that tore through Moore, flattened entire neighborhoods, just before students were to be released for summer recess. I don't think any of us can comprehend the searing grief of their parents.
“I'm told that two crews recently left for Oklahoma to help those who are now suffering. Kentuckians understand the terrible toll these types of storms can take. Just last march I toured the wreckage of a deadly tornado in West Liberty, Kentucky, where churches, homes, businesses, and schools were reduced to rubble and where several Kentuckians lost their lives.
“I remember full well a tornado that went through my hometown of Louisville back in the 1970's, knocked down every house on the street of my parents. My mother was in the basement and mercifully it skipped over our house for some reason but leveled all the houses across the street and ones next door.
“So it's really hard to accurately describe the devastation a storm like this leaves in its wake. And as first responders continue to dig through the rubble and more, I fear we'll hear a lot more bad news in the days ahead. That said, I’m sure we'll also hear stories of hope and self-sacrifice, as we almost always do when tragedies like this strike.
“Strangers shielding strangers, neighbors helping others rebuild, volunteers working through the night to sift through the debris to find survivors. As we've seen time and time again, Americans are at their best when called upon to help each other in tragic circumstances, and this circumstance could hardly be more tragic. So we in the Senate offer our heartfelt prayers to those affected by this terrible storm. We offer our gratitude to the first responders, and we offer our encouragement to governor Fallin, and to those who will aid in there billing of homes, schools, families, and lives.”
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Operation UNITE « Result #24 on May 21, 2013, 10:12am »
UNITE basketball camps will be held at Leslie County Operation UNITE Press Release
Six free regional basketball camps conducted by former University of Kentucky all-star Jeff Sheppard will be offered by Operation UNITE this summer. All school-age youth are invited to participate in the Shoot Hoops Not Drugs programs at the following dates and locations:
• Monday, June 3 – Carter County, East Carter Middle School, 1 Spirit Lane, Grayson
• Tuesday, June 4 – Elliott County, Elliott County High School, Main Street, Sandy Hook
• Thursday, June 6 – Bell County, Middlesboro High School, 4404 West Cumberland Ave., Middlesboro
• Monday, June 17 – Leslie County, Leslie County High School, off U.S. 421, south of Hyden
• Tuesday, June 18 – Lincoln County, Lincoln County High School, 60 Education Way, Stanford
• Thursday, June 20 – Breathitt County, Sebastian Middle School, 244 LBJ Road, Jackson
Each camp begins at 4 p.m. and concludes about 7 p.m. Participants are asked to arrive 30 minutes early to complete registration. Shoot Hoops Not Drugs camps provide basketball skills instruction in conjunction with anti-drug and self-esteem messages. For safety, participants are asked not to wear open-toe shoes or sandals.
All participants will receive a free event T-shirt, regulation event basketball, food and water, and be entered into a drawing for two portable basketball goals given away at the conclusion of each camp (must be present to win).
Presented by Codell Construction Management, Shoot Hoops Not Drugs camps are fun, interactive and provide a safe, drug-free activity where children have an opportunity to interact with positive role models while learning fundamental basketball skills.
In addition, parents and guardians will have an opportunity to attend a UNITE Foundation education program on synthetic drugs and how to talk to their children about drugs. Information on the signs, symptoms and dangers posed by drugs will also be provided.
As a senior at the University of Kentucky, Sheppard was named the NCAA’s Final Four Most Valuable Player in the Wildcats’ 1997-98 National Championship season. He would later go on to play one season with the NBA’s Atlanta Hawks and 3 years in Italy.
Helping make the 2013 Shoot Hoops Not Drugs camps possible are: Enough (Lifeline of Carter County), Flowers Bakery of London, Inc., Laurel Grocery Company, Walmart of Louisa, Pineville Rotary Club, Appalachian ChalleNGe Academy, Chad’s Hope Teen Challenge Center, First National Bank of Grayson, WestCare Kentucky and Grayson Rural Electric Cooperative Corporation.
Since 2006, UNITE has conducted 44 regional camps with 5,668 youth participants representing 53 Kentucky counties, 13 other states and two other countries.
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Kentucky State Police Press Release « Result #25 on May 21, 2013, 10:10am »
Topix post leads to arrest Kentucky State Police Press Release
On Thursday, May 16, 2013 at 4:15 p.m. Detective Richie Baxter, of the Kentucky State Police, Post 11 London, arrested Tristan James Hall, 29, of Corbin, KY on the charge of Solicitation to Commit Murder. The arrest comes after a 5 month investigation into the listing on the internet webpage Topix that money would be paid for the murder of the complainant.
Hall, who turned himself in at the Kentucky State Police Post in London, was lodged in the Whitley County Detention Center. Detective Baxter is continuing the investigation.
The preceding press release was from Kentucky State Police Post 11 in London which serves the following Kentucky Counties: Clay, Laurel, McCreary, Pulaski, Rockcastle, Wayne, and Whitley.
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Clay County College Students in the News « Result #26 on May 21, 2013, 5:21am »
Alice Lloyd Releases Spring 2013 Dean’s List Alice Lloyd Press Release
Alice Lloyd College would like to congratulate the following students for earning a high level of academic distinction during the Spring 2013 semester. President’s List The following students have been named to the President’s List for achieving a 4.0 grade point average (based on a 4.0 scale):
Robert William Caldwell of Manchester, KY Bridgett Leanne Hibbard of Manchester, KY Matthew Tyler Mitchell of Manchester, KY Whitney Tevae Shell of Manchester, KY Niki Nicole Smith of Manchester, KY Dean’s Distinguished List Students named to the Dean’s Distinguished List for achieving a grade point average of 3.75-3.99 are:
Zachary Dean Estep of Manchester, KY Olivia Hubbard of Manchester, KY Ricky Eugene Wesley Smith of Manchester, KY Dean’s List Named to the Dean’s List for achieving a grade point average of 3.25-3.74 are:
Mack Douglas Asher of Oneida, KY Jacob Charles Cheek of Manchester, KY Alisha Nicole Stewart of Manchester, KY
Congratulations to all of these students for their outstanding efforts this semester!
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Kentucky State Police Press Release « Result #27 on May 21, 2013, 5:19am »
KSP Post 11 Honors Trooper Elmer Mobley Jr. Kentucky State Police Press Release
On Tuesday, May 14, 2013, at 10:00 AM, KSP Post 11 personnel will placed wreath at the grave of Trooper Elmer Mobley, Jr., at the Oneida Settlement School Cemetery, on Potter Branch Road off KY Highway 11 north of Oneida in Clay County as part of the Kentucky State Police's annual observance of National Police Officer’s Memorial Week.
Trooper Elmer Mobley Jr., age 33, was fatally injured in a vehicle accident May 28, 1964, while responding to a call for assistance in Pike County. Trooper Cecil W. Uzzle, who was accompanying Trooper Mobley, was also killed in the accident when their vehicle struck large rocks that had fallen in the roadway and were hidden by heavy rain and dense fog. Trooper Mobley was assigned to Post 9 Pikeville and had served with the Kentucky State Police for four and a half years. He was survived by his wife and his nine-year-old son. Trooper Mobley is buried at Oneida Settlement School in Clay County, Ky. Designation of a memorial highway in honor of the service and sacrifice of Trooper Mobley is pending.
The preceding press release was from Kentucky State Police Post 11 in London which serves the following Kentucky Counties: Clay, Laurel, McCreary, Pulaski, Rockcastle, Wayne, and Whitley.
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Mrs. Mollie Jean Jackson « Result #28 on May 20, 2013, 2:47pm »
Mrs. Mollie Jean Jackson Obituary
Mrs. Mollie Jean Jackson, age 74 of Sally Little Road in Manchester, passed away Sunday, May 19, 2013 at her home. She was born June 23, 1938 in Clay County, Kentucky to the union of Tommy and Suzanna Collins Henson. She was a housewife and was a member of the Beech Creek United Methodist Church.
Surviving her are the following children: Russell and Paula Jackson, Rebecca and Oakley Vaughn, Darrell and Linda Jackson, and Stephen and Tonya Jackson. Also surviving are the following grandchildren: Tommy and Leeann, Chase, Payton, and Breonna, these great grandchildren: Stephanie, Stephen, Mollie, Tessa, Shawn, Isaiah, Elijah, and Sherry, and these brothers and sisters: Willie Henson, Eva Phillips, Don Henson, Charles Monroe Henson, Tommy Henson, Jr., Patricia Smith, Ruth Henson, Johnny Henson, Dennis Henson, Joseph Henson, Donna Henson, and Martha Blakenship.
She is preceded in death by her parents: Tommy and Suzanna Henson, her husband; Tester Jackson, her brother Butch, and her sister: Joyce.
Funeral Services for Mrs. Mollie Jean Jackson will be conducted on Wednesday, May 22, at 2 PM at the Rominger Funeral Home Chapel. Rev. George Roberts and Rev. J. C. Stevens will be officiating. Burial will follow in the Smith-Jackson Cemetery in the Lockard’s Creek Community.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday after 6 PM at the Rominger Funeral Home Chapel.
Rominger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Think About It..... « Result #29 on May 20, 2013, 8:43am »
Self Control Equals Small Civil Government by Don Pinson
“By the transgression of a land many are its princes [rulers; laws], but by a man of understanding and knowledge, so it endures.” Proverbs 28:2
Three hundred and ninety-three years ago, our Pilgrim Forefathers landed on the shores of Cape Cod, Massachusetts. They came here with the vision of creating a community, and perhaps a nation, which would teach the Gospel of Christ to the next generation. To do this they understood they would have to have a government that, by law, would protect that right.
They set us a wonderful example of Biblical wisdom being applied to civil government, when they wrote what has been called the ‘first constitution of America’. We now call it the Mayflower Compact. It was the first governing document in America written solely by those who would be governed by it....
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Missionary Moment « Result #30 on May 19, 2013, 8:21am »
Alaska CHURCHES STARTING CHURCHES Missionary Moment
DAVID GEORGE is a North American Mission Board church planting catalyst and director of missions for Chugach Baptist Association in Anchorage, Alaska. Spanning an area larger than the state of Texas, David travels extensively in his association assisting and resourcing 49 churches. During the past five years, David has led the association to start seven new congregations, but more are still needed to reach the lost in such a large area. David is thankful for your support of the Cooperative Program and Annie Armstrong Easter Offering and asks you join him in praying for God to raise up more indigenous leaders who will step out in faith and begin new ministries and churches.
The preceding "Missionary Moment" was made possible by gifts to the Southern Baptist Association Cooperative Program, which is supported by several Clay County churches who are members of the Booneville Baptist Association which consists of 25 churches in Clay and Owsley counties which are affiliated with the Southern Baptist Convention and the Kentucky Baptist Convention. For more news and information go to..... Booneville Baptist Association
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