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Post by Local News on Mar 13, 2007 12:41:21 GMT -5
Police Bust Meth Lab Near Two SchoolsPolice bust a meth lab near two schools in Jackson County. Police say they found materials used to make meth inside a home on Kentucky 587 near McKee. That's near Jackson County High School and Jackson County Middle School. Police arrested 39 year old Barry Collett. He faces several drug charges. He's being held in the Jackson County Jail. Read the entire story at....
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Post by Local News on Mar 24, 2007 10:04:35 GMT -5
Southeast-operated SBDC granted accreditationThe Kentucky Small Business Development Center of which the Southeast Kentucky Small Business Development Center is a part has joined an elite group of centers receiving notification recently that full accreditation from the Association of Small Business Development Centers has been granted. The center is operated locally by Southeast Kentucky Community and Technical College under the direction of Samuel R. Coleman Jr. and serves Bell, Clay, Harlan, Knox, Leslie, Letcher and Perry counties. The mission of the local consortium, according to Coleman, is to help businesses become established while providing assistance with consulting, training and other business resources. During the past year, six new businesses have been started with a total of $1.7-million being invested; additionally, Coleman and his office have provided aid to 25 existing business operations. The SBDC maintained by Southeast was created Oct. 1, 1984. Only 20 percent of SBDC programs nationwide receive full accreditation without conditions. The accreditation review process, mandated by Congress, is based on rigid standards to ensure that SBDC programs are operating efficiently and effectively. “This review confirms the KSBDC is the premier provider of services and resources for small businesses who continue to be the driving force innovating communities and boosting Kentucky's economy,” according to Becky Naugle, Kentucky director. CLICK HERE to read the entire article.Read the entire article at....[glow=black,2,300]MiddlesboroDailyNews.com[/glow]
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Post by Local News on Mar 25, 2007 19:42:16 GMT -5
Police Investigating Deadly AccidentA Jackson County man is dead after losing control of his car on a sharp curve. State police say 55 year old Dennis Hobbs of McKee lost control of his car on Lower Dry Fork Road Friday evening. Hobbs crashed into a car driven by 23 year old Ronnie Pierce, also of McKee. Pierce was not hurt, but Hobbs was flown the U.K. Medical Center and pronounced dead on arrival. Hobbs was not wearing a seat belt and police say the accident is still under investigation. Read the entire story at....
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Post by Local News on Mar 28, 2007 15:23:48 GMT -5
KCEOC to receive $1.3 million for Head StartHal Rogers: “Head Start is developed on the premise that in every child, there is the potential for our future.”Times-Tribune Staff ReportThe Kentucky Communities Economic Opportunity Council (KCEOC) will receive $1.3 million in federal funds to administer the Head Start program, a press release from the office of Congressman Hal Rogers stated Wednesday. Head Start provides comprehensive child development services to economically disadvantaged children and families, with a special focus on helping preschoolers develop the early reading and math skills they need to be successful in school. The national initiative also promotes readiness by enhancing the social and cognitive development of children through the provision of educational, health, nutritional, social and other services to enrolled children and families. “In my district alone, more than 5,600 children and families are served by Head Start,” Rogers (R-Kentucky) said. “Head Start is developed on the premise that in every child, there is the potential for our future.” KCEOC's services include Head Start programs in Clay, Harlan, Jackson, Knox, Laurel and Rockcastle counties that assist more than 1,000 children. The majority of regular Head Start students, said President Paul Dole, are in Clay, Harlan and Knox counties, with an early Head Start program accommodating an additional 75 students in Harlan County and 20 from each other county KCEOC serves. Dole said the federal funding was part of annual grant money originally expected in November, with services provided on a continuing resolution. The total annual grant is slightly more than $7 million, Dole said. Read the entire article at....TheTimesTribune.com
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Post by Local News on Mar 31, 2007 22:47:59 GMT -5
Jackson County students jabbed by classmateBy Raviya H. IsmailParents in Jackson County are complaining that officials haven't adequately answered their questions about an incident in which several Jackson County Middle School students were stuck with a needle. Several students at the McKee school were poked March 23 with a lancet, a type of needle used to measure glucose levels, but parents didn't find out until Tuesday, four days later. "The school won't tell us nothin'," said Charlene Tillery, whose daughter Amber, 14, was one of 10 students jabbed with the needle. "All I know is my daughter's point of view of it." Parents have asked school officials where the lancet came from and how a student was able to bring it to school undetected. "It's a very serious incident," said Jackson Superintendent Ralph Hoskins. "We've never had a situation like this before." According to Amber, an eighth-grader, she looked up during her second-period math class when she heard a boy scream and saw his arm dripping blood. Soon after, she was stuck with the same needle by a female classmate. The teacher did not notice because the incident occurred at the back of the class, Amber said. Hoskins said a parent called the school on the evening of March 23 about a child's being pricked with the needle. The school began investigating on Monday and discovered that the needle apparently came from the girl's mother, who is diabetic, he said. Hoskins said the school sent letters home to parents the next day and notified law enforcement, social services and the county attorney's office. In the letter, the officials said there was "no cause to believe the needle was infected," but that parents "may want to take other steps such as a doctor visit if you choose. We feel certain that an incident like this will never happen again." Parents are being told to talk to the district's health insurance company if they need help paying for blood tests or other medical procedures for their children, Hoskins said. Since finding out about the needle prick on Tuesday, Tillery has taken her daughter to the doctor for blood tests, which have been covered by her health insurance. She said the district would not pay for blood tests. "Most of the people in Jackson County don't have insurance," Tillery said. "I don't understand how this is not (the school's) fault. I know they couldn't have stopped it, but it's their responsibility to pay for the blood tests." Read the entire article at....
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Post by Local News on Mar 31, 2007 22:49:02 GMT -5
Man Accused Of Beating Child Learns His FateReporter: Jeff Allen, wymtnews.comA Laurel County man learns his fate after being accused of beating his girlfriend's four year old son last year. A jury convicted Elmo Greer Junior of fourth degree assault, which is only a misdemeanor, and recommended a one year sentence. The boy's mother told police last April she woke in the night to the 4 year old boy crying and bloody and with her boyfriend, Elmo Greer Jr, in the living room. The boy told police Greer hit him with his fist. But Elmo Greer Jr. testified in his own defense Friday. He says that night he took a prescribed drug, the sleep drug Ambien, and others for bronchitis. He says he believes those, mixed with a "hot toddy" he made up for the cold, were enough to make him disoriented and at one point he tripped over a doorway onto the boy. But Greer maintains it was all an accident. The jury could have convicted Greer of 2nd degree assault and recommended up to ten years in prison, but instead convicted him of fourth degree assault which is a lesser charge. The victim's grandmother who takes care of the boy says she's pleased with the verdict, but she worries about her grandson. The jury recommended Elmo Greer Jr. serve 12 months in behind bars, the maximum amount allowed for 4th degree assault. Greer will be back in court June 8th to be sentenced. He is still in a relationship with the mother of the boy he allegedly assaulted and they are expecting a child in May. Read the entire story at....
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Post by Kentucky News on May 1, 2007 13:04:06 GMT -5
Canine Unit Tracks Down Forestry Camp InmateBell County Forestry CampAn inmate at the Bell County Forestry Camp had his taste of freedom cut short thanks to the work of the new canine unit at the minimum-security prison. Despite a severe storm with heavy rain, Sean Lee Southerland, was apprehended just after midnight last night. Prison bloodhounds and the Corrections Emergency Response Team (CERT) located him three miles from the prison. “Our new canine unit has shown how valuable they are to this Department,” said Corrections Deputy Commissioner James Schomig. “In spite of difficult weather conditions, they were able to track this inmate and locate him within an hour.” Southerland, 25, was serving a six-year sentence out of Hardin County for charges of being a persistent felony offender and theft by unlawful taking over $300. He was transferred to the minimum-security prison on Wednesday from Eastern Kentucky Correctional Complex, and was eligible for parole in 17 months. He is now lodged in the Bell County Jail and will face charges of escape. The escape charge will prevent Southerland from being housed in a minimum-security prison in Kentucky for at least five years. “Everyone here worked together as a team. Our CERT team, our canine handlers and the dogs themselves,” said Warden Ron Howard. “The main ingredient was our staff – but the dogs kept us on the right trail. They got to the woods just as a line of severe storms hit and I was afraid they would lose the scent, but they never did. They did exactly as they are trained despite the weather.” The preceding was a press release from....
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Post by Kentucky News on May 3, 2007 15:42:52 GMT -5
KY 1350 to be closed for repairs May 21-22In order to allow the Kentucky Department of Highways to replace a drainage pipe, KY 1350 in Owsley County will be closed on Monday and Tuesday, May 21 and 22. The closure will be at milepoint 1.95, between KY 1503 at Island City and KY 846 at Conkling. No marked detour will be posted, but motorists can use KY 1503 to KY 846 at Sturgeon, or KY 577 through Clay County to KY 11, as alternate routes. The preceding was a press release from....
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Post by ClayLive on Dec 14, 2007 22:12:24 GMT -5
Proposed race track debatedBy Denis House, sentinel-echo.comJoe MoberlyAn economic boon or a pathway leading to destruction. Both sides were presented Monday during a public meeting at the Kentucky Horse Park on the proposed quarter-horse race track that some investors are trying to build in Laurel County. Members of Sprint Racing Partners, the faction attempting to gain a license to build the track in Laurel County, presented their plan to members of the Kentucky Racing Authority subcommittee in a meeting that lasted two hours. While many in attendance were in favor of the new race track, there was a small group of clergy from various churches that made the trip to voice their displeasure. “We don’t need horse racing down here,” said Brother Joe Moberly, president of the Crusade for Christ Ministries. "These people don’t have to deal with the wives whose husbands have lost their jobs because of gambling and alcohol. That’s where the church will have to step in. We need to look out for the children of the area.” Despite these protests, the presentation by Sprint had many people throwing their support behind the group. Troy Rudder, mayor of London, Judge-Executive Lawrence Kuhl, the Tourism Commission, Chamber of Commerce, the London-Laurel County Industrial Development Authority, and the Kentucky Quarter Horse Association all sent letters supporting the building of the track. Also offering their support was the Kentucky Quarter Horse Racing Association, the Harness Horse Racing Association, and other members of the horse business in Kentucky. Sprint first started thinking about building a facility in 2005, and back in April, filed their application for a license. They looked at both Whitley and Laurel County, and eventually decided on Laurel County.
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Post by Local News on Jan 8, 2008 16:58:27 GMT -5
Lawmakers begin 2008 sessionHouse Speaker Jody Richards, D-Bowling Green (rear), joins Ashley Wilson of Bowling Green in the singing of "My Old Kentucky Home" on the first day of the 2008 Regular Session of the Kentucky General Assembly. Photo by Bud Kraft, LRC Public Information.The Senate and House have both convened and the 2008 legislative session is underway. Citizens across Kentucky have many ways to stay in touch with lawmakers and legislative action throughout the session, which is scheduled to end April 15. The Legislative Message Line at 1-800-372-7181 is available for constituents to offer their opinions to state lawmakers. A Spanish-language line is available at 1-866-840-6574. The legislature also operates a TTY Message Line for citizens with hearing or speech impairments at 1-800-896-0305. Rresidents can also get information about the legislature's activities by calling the Calendar Line, updated each evening, at 1-800-633-9650. The recording announces the upcoming day's scheduled committee hearings and floor meeting times. The status of each bill filed in the House or Senate is also available at 1-866-840-2835. A wealth of information is also available to constituents through the General Assembly's website, www.lrc.ky.gov. Among the services available are the meetings calendar, help on discovering who represents each area of Kentucky in Frankfort, pending legislation, current laws, and a guide to how the legislature operates. Kentucky Education Television records all meetings of the full House and Senate as well as many committee meetings. House and Senate chamber proceedings and some committee meetings can be viewed on a live stream available at KET's website at www.ket.org/legislature. The preceding was a press release from Kentucky Legislature Home Page. For more information on items before the Kentucky Legislature contact your local senator Robert Stivers and/or representative Tim Couch.
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Post by Press Release on Aug 14, 2011 18:26:33 GMT -5
Dodson, Roberts injured in Laurel County accident Laurel County Sheriff Press Release
According to Sheriff John Root, Laurel Sheriff’s Deputy William Bo Harris is investigating a two vehicle injury traffic crash which occurred on Ky 472 , 5 miles east of London on Friday afternoon (8-12-11) at approx 2:03 P.M. Apparently a Toyota Paseo traveling south on Ky 472 traveled into the northbound Lane striking a Chev Pick up head-on. The driver of the Toyota car is identified as Rodney Dodson age 42 of Creek Roak Road Manchester, and he received multiple incapacitating injuries and was airlifted to UK med Center. The driver of the Chev Pick up was not injured and is identified as Leslie D. Roberts age 31 of North Highway 421, Manchester. Assisting at the scene was Constable Eldon Brown,Ambulance Inc. Of Laurel County, McWhorter Fire Department, and Laurel County Department of Public Safety. Investigation into the cause of the crash is continuing by Deputy Harris. www.facebook.com/pages/Laurel-Co-Sheriff-Department/118050268267591
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Post by In The News on Aug 21, 2011 13:32:28 GMT -5
WYMT News White car, missing hubcap, Confederate decal; driver may be a bank robber
Police say there has been a bank robbery at Forcht Bank on highway 25-E in Barbourville. Police now have a description of the suspect. He is believed to be a medium to heavy-set white male, around 5’ 6” to 5’ 9” wearing a blue shirt and Khakis, possibly armed with a black handgun. They believe he is driving a white car with tinted windows, a missing hubcap on the passenger side, and a Confederate Flag decal. www.wkyt.com/wymtnews/headlines/Bank_Robbery_in_Barbourville_128095843.html
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Post by Press Release on Aug 25, 2011 4:49:19 GMT -5
Facebook Press Release Single vehicle traffic accident on Ky 192
According to Sheriff John Root, Laurel Chief Deputy Eddy Sizemore is investigating a single vehicle traffic accident which occurred at 8:35 A.M Wednesday morning (8-24-2011) on Ky 192, one mile west of London. Apparently an east bound Pontiac G6 car driven by April Phelps age 32 of London lost control in a curve on the rain slick road. The car left the road overturning on its top , and coming to rest partially on the eastbound lane. The driver received multiple injuries and was transported to St. Joseph Hospital London for treatment. Assisting at the scene was Laurel Sheriff’s Sgt Josh Gaylor, and Deputy Gilbert Acciardo. Also assisting with removing the driver from the overturned vehicle at the scene was Laurel County Fire Department, London-Laurel County Rescue Squad, and Ambulance Inc. Of Laurel County. Kentucky Vehicle Enforcement also assisted.
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Post by Press Release on Aug 26, 2011 17:25:58 GMT -5
Dezarn charged with making Meth Laurel County Sheriff Department Press Release
According to Sheriff John Root, Laurel Sheriff’s Detective Brad Mitchell arrested Kenneth E. Dezarn age 37 of Boggs Road , London arrested on U.S. 25 , 7 miles south of London on Friday afternoon at 1215 P.M. charging him with Unlawful Possession of a Meth Precusor, and Persistent Felony Offender, and lodging him in the Laurel County Detention Facility. Assisting on the arrest was Sheriff John Root, Chief Deputy Eddy Sizemore, and Detective Daryl Zanet. www.facebook.com/pages/Laurel-Co-Sheriff-Department/118050268267591
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Post by In The News on Aug 27, 2011 6:22:16 GMT -5
Sentinel-Echo.com Inflation, EPA regulations cause water rates in Wood Creek to increase by 25% By Nita Johnson, Staff Writer
LAUREL COUNTY, Ky. — Customers of the Wood Creek Water District could soon see an increase in their monthly rates. A proposed 25 percent increase has been submitted to the Public Service Commission — an increase requested on evaluation of current rates. Donta Evans, superintendent of Wood Creek Water District, said the proposed rate increase came after a review by the Public Service Commission of current rates. Evans said there has not been a rate increase in the water district since 2005. "We hate doing this but we have to comply with the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) regulations for testing the water and flushing lines and everything has gone up. This is what we have to do to keep doing what we’re doing.” www.sentinel-echo.com/local/x1307530884/Water-rates-could-increase-by-25
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Post by In The News on Aug 30, 2011 19:48:04 GMT -5
WYMT News Jackson County Magistrate arrested Reporter: Katie Roach
An elected official in Jackson County is in jail tonight on domestic violence charges, and this is not the first time the magistrate has been behind bars. Jackson County Magistrate Doug Rose is charged with fourth degree domestic violence with minor injury. Authorities say this is his third arrest in six months. A citation by the Jackson County Sheriff's Department says Doug Rose went to the Sand Gap Post Office Monday where his wife works. He allegedly spilled soda on her, then jumped across the counter and began pulling her hair and scratching her arms. Rose was in family court Tuesday morning where he was ordered to not have any contact with his wife, and he also cannot go to the Sand Gap Post Office where she works. He is still being held in the Jackson County Detention Center on a $10,000 cash bond. www.wkyt.com/wymtnews/headlines/Jackson_County_Magistrate_arrested_128709353.html
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Post by In The News on Sept 3, 2011 19:58:00 GMT -5
thenewsjournal.net Rattlesnake forces treasure hut for pots of marijuana to be called off by: Dean Manning
Williamsburg Police did not initially find any marijuana when they served a search warrant Friday morning at the property on West Ky. 92 belonging to Ronald Allen and Debbie Lee. However, inside the RV in which the couple was living, officers found a number of maps Chief Wayne Bird said marked the places where Allen had buried the marijuana he had been selling. Bird said aerial surveillance did not find anything, so officers sent in a confidential informant who purchased four ounces of marijuana from Allen. Based on that, officers secured a search warrant for the property. Using the maps and with the help of the Williamsburg Fire Department, police began searched the property for the marijuana, finding one stash with a peanut butter jar full and two other stashes containing packaging. However, officers failed to find any live plants The search was called off just after 11 a.m. when a timber rattlesnake was found and killed in the area. Bird said it was not worth the risk to the officers and firefighters as police had enough evidence to charge Allen and Lee. Allen, 56, was charged with trafficking in marijuana over 8 ounces but less than five pounds and possession of drug paraphernalia. thenewsjournal.net/details/5402/Maps-lead-police-to-buried-jars-of-marijuana
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Post by In The News on Sept 3, 2011 20:06:54 GMT -5
thenewsjournal.net Argument over drugs, woman sparked savage beating
In what Chief Deputy Derek Eubanks called a fight over a woman and drugs, Albert Sawyers and Terry Hubbard have been arrested on charges that they severely beat Billy Hopkins with at least one baseball bat outside his Corbin home Sunday night, while the search continues for a third suspect, Howard Harris, Jr. Eubanks said according to witness statements, the situation began when Harris went over to the house to confront Hopkins. Hubbard was lodged in the Knox County Detention Center. Eubanks said an arrest warrant was issued for Sawyers and Harris. Sawyers turned himself in to deputies Monday, while deputies continue the search for Harris. Each of the suspects faces one count of first-degree assault. In addition, Eubanks said Harris may face burglary charges for kicking in the front door of the home. thenewsjournal.net/details/5407/Argument-over-drugs,-woman-sparked-savage-beating,-police-say
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Post by Press Release on Sept 10, 2011 6:36:00 GMT -5
Hubbard, Roberts injured in KY 80 accident Laurel County Sheriff Press Release
According to Sheriff John Root, Laurel Sheriff’s Deputy Milton Storm investigated a single vehicle injury traffic crash which occurred on Ky 80 , 10 miles east of London on Wednesday afternoon(9-7-2011) at 4:26 P.M. Apparently a Toyota Tacoma Pickup was traveling east on Ky 80 on rain slick highway when the driver lost control , ran off the road, traveled into a ditch and back out, flipped on its side, and then flipped back onto its wheels , coming to a rest position blocking the roadway. The driver was identified as: Mickey Hubbard age 43 of Ingrim Road, Tyner who received minor injuries. A passenger in the vehicle—Leslie Roberts age 41 of North Hwy 421, Tyner also received minor injuries. The injured were transported by Ambulance Inc. Of Laurel County to St. Joseph Hospital , London for treatment. The vehicle was severely damaged. Assisting at the scene was: Deputy Shawn Boroviak, and Sgt E.R. Rudder. Also assisting was London –Laurel Rescue Squad, and EMS, and Bush Fire Department.
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Post by In The News on Sept 13, 2011 5:19:59 GMT -5
herald-leader.com Laurel County fire chief charged with selling pot at bait shop By Karla Ward
The chief of a volunteer fire department in Laurel County was arrested Monday afternoon and accused of drug trafficking. Tony Slusher, 38, of London was arrested by a Laurel County sheriff's detective at 1:30 p.m. at his business, Just Another Bait Shop, 10 miles outside London, according to the sheriff's department. Slusher, chief of the Bald Rock Volunteer Fire Department in western Laurel County, is charged with trafficking marijuana, less than 8 ounces, first offense. www.kentucky.com/2011/09/12/1880102/laurel-county-fire-chief-charged.html
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Post by In The News on Sept 18, 2011 21:08:57 GMT -5
herald-leader.com Molotov cocktail thrown in house in Leslie County By Karla Ward
State police are investigating a case in which someone threw a homemade bomb through the window of a home in the Thousandsticks community of Leslie County early Saturday. At 4:01 a.m., state police were called to the home of Kermit D. Davidson at 1766 Davidson Fork Road after someone threw a rock through the window, then tossed a Molotov cocktail in, according to a news release. Two people inside the house were not injured. Read more: www.kentucky.com/2011/09/17/1886551/molotov-cocktail-thrown-in-house.html
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Post by In The News on Sept 22, 2011 19:52:14 GMT -5
herald-leader.com Woman gets probation, must pay restitution in Laurel bid-rigging case By Bill Estep
A woman who pleaded guilty to conspiring with Laurel County's former emergency director to rig a bid involving federal money has been sentenced to three years on probation. Melony Reams will be on home detention for six months of that time and must pay $212,000 in restitution, according to U.S. Attorney Kerry Harvey's office. Reams admitted fraudulently getting a contract to supply equipment to several counties to help them prepare for a possible leak from the chemical-weapons stockpile at the Bluegrass Army Depot. Her plea agreement identified that person only as B.R. Brian Reams was the director during the period outlined in Melody Reams' plea, and the two were dating or married during that time. Brian Reams was fired after auditors raised questions about the contract. www.kentucky.com/2011/09/21/1891791/woman-gets-probation-must-pay.html
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Post by Press Release on Nov 27, 2011 9:33:13 GMT -5
Knife attack sends uncle to hospital Sheriff John Root Press Release
According to Sheriff John Root, Laurel Sheriff’s Detective Daryl Zanet is investigating a knife stabbing which occurred on Hawk Creek Road, 6 miles west of London on Saturday morning (11-26-2011) at approx. 11:20 A.M. The victim is identified as Ronnie Jervis age 39 of Hawk Creek Road, London, who received multiple stab wounds apparently from a pocket knife. Victim was airlifted to UK Med Center in Lexington in critical condition. Arrested at the scene was the victim’s nephew Jeremy L. McClure age 25 of Early Lane London(who had apparently been staying at Jervis’s residence). –charged with assault 1st degree and lodged in the Laurel County Detention Facility. The stabbing was apparently the result of an argument between the two men. Assisting on the case investigation was: Laurel Sheriff’s Detective Sgt. Tommy Johnston, Deputy Greg Turner, and Deputy John Inman.
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Post by Press Release on Nov 27, 2011 15:07:07 GMT -5
Flea Market not a good place to get drunk Sheriff John Root Press Release
According to Sheriff John Root, Laurel Sheriff’s Deputy John Inman was dispatched to a fight in progress off Stewart Road at Corbin Flea Market , 12 miles south of London on Saturday afternoon (11-26-2011) at 3:33 P.M. Upon arrival, Deputy Inman located a suspect, who had been involved in a confrontation with Flea Market Management. The suspect was determined to be under the influence, and was arrested by Deputy Inman and charged with Alcohol Intoxication, and Resisting Arrest. He is identified as: Johnnie L. Jones age 18 , Echo Valley Road, Lily. He was lodged in the Laurel County Detention Facility. Laurel Sheriff’s Sgt Greg Poynter assisted at the scene.
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Post by In The News on Nov 29, 2011 17:17:09 GMT -5
herald-leader.com Local mail may be sorted in Tennessee
Scores of postal workers and customers turned out Monday night to voice their opposition to a proposal to shift Lexington's mail-processing operations to Louisville or Knoxville. The post office has said that moving the operations out of Lexington would create more jobs in Louisville and Knoxville, but 103 positions would be eliminated entirely. The change also would mean slower delivery. The standard is currently one day for first-class mail. Sorting the mail elsewhere would change that standard to two or three days, according to the postal service. The postal service would save $9 million a year by moving mail-processing operations out of Lexington, he said. The postal service already has shuttered about 200 processing centers across the country. Lexington is one of 250 processing centers nationwide, and one of seven in Kentucky, that are being studied for possible consolidation. More than 35,000 jobs across the country could be affected, with savings of $3.5 billion. Read more: www.kentucky.com/2011/11/29/1976430/postal-workers-customers-criticize.html
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Post by In The News on Nov 29, 2011 17:18:06 GMT -5
herald-leader.com Pepper Sprayed Pit Bull leads to family trip to hospital By Bill Estep
Several people, including hospital employees, were decontaminated Sunday evening at Saint Joseph Hospital in London after experiencing problems that might have been related to a chemical on a stray dog, according to authorities. The illnesses happened after two people from Jackson County came to the emergency room complaining of symptoms including eye and throat irritation, a cough and a burning sensation to the skin, according to Albert Hale, director of emergency management for Laurel County. Hale said the couple from Jackson County had contact earlier in the day with a stray dog. It's possible someone had doused the dog with pepper spray to run it off, or that it had come into contact with some chemical that caused the symptoms people experienced, Hale said. Officials might not be able to confirm whether a chemical on the dog caused the problems. However, Hale said he saw nothing else at the house in Jackson County that would have caused the reactions. Read more: www.kentucky.com/2011/11/29/1975888/several-hospital-employees-affected.html#ixzz1f774kdUf
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Post by In The News on Dec 1, 2011 21:46:15 GMT -5
ABC Nightline examines meth labs in KY
Methamphetamine abuse is exploding across rural America now that cooks with the right elements can set up shop virtually anywhere, and in Kentucky, meth labs have nearly tripled in the past three years. ABC Nightline National Correspondant Chris Bury and Producer Melia Patria went undercover with Operation UNITE and local law enforcement agencies in April 2011 examining the problems posed by pseudoephedrine – the only ingredient that must be used to produce methamphetamine. In particular the special looked at “smurfing,” the process of paying individuals to get around laws restricting the amount of pseudoephedrine that can be purchased at any one time. Their special report aired Wednesday, November 30, 2011. abcnews.go.com/Nightline/video/meth-lab-crackdown-kentucky-15061570
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Post by In The News on Dec 3, 2011 16:24:16 GMT -5
Sentinel-Echo.com Postal Service to hold hearing on London facility By Nita Johnson Staff Writer
LAUREL COUNTY, Ky. — Increased Internet communications has put a damper on the functions of the U.S. Postal Service, resulting in reduced staffing at many post offices across the country. London’s facility is no exception. In fact, a feasibility study was conducted earlier this year to determine if eliminating the processing of mail at the London post office would be more cost effective if done in Knoxville. The results of that study have been completed and a public hearing will be held on Monday, Dec. 5 at the North Laurel High School auditorium from 7 to 9 p.m. to hear concerns from citizens in the area. Those who cannot attend the meeting can address written concerns to: Manager of Consumer and Industry Contact Kentuckiana District P.O. Box 31631 Louisville, Ky. 40231-9631 www.sentinel-echo.com/local/x1612756374/Postal-Service-to-hold-hearing-on-London-facility
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Post by Press Release on Dec 6, 2011 19:21:20 GMT -5
Man with rifle throws beer bottles at police Laurel County Sheriff Press Release
According to Sheriff John Root, Laurel Sheriff’s Deputy Greg Turner was dispatched to a complaint of a man threatening people with a rifle on Roy Dugger Road, 6 miles west of London on Sunday afternoon (12-4-2011) at 2:56 P.M. When officers arrived to investigate, the suspect threw a beer bottle at officers , and charged at officers,and threatened responding officers. The rifle involved was located near where the suspect charged at officers. The suspect was arrested following a scuffle with the officers, and is identified as: Emmett W. Dugger age 53 of Roy Dugger Road, London charged with: Assault 4th Degree, Resisting Arrest, Menacing, and Disorderly Conduct, 2nd Degree, and was lodged in the Laurel County Detention Facility. Assisting Deputy Greg Turner at the scene was; Laurel Sheriff’s Deputy William Bo Harris, and KSP Trooper Jack Riley.
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Post by Press Release on Dec 9, 2011 17:46:38 GMT -5
From Home Incarceration to Home Invasion Laurel County Sheriff Office Press Release
According to Sheriff John Root, Laurel Sheriff’s Detective Daryl Zanet is investigating a home invasion which occurred on Thursday night (12- 08-2011) at approx. 9 P.M. , one mile south of London (Fariston Community) at a residence in Williams Trailer Park. The victim opened the front door of his residence to a female knocking on the door, and two males rushed into the residence and assaulted the victim. He was robbed of money and prescription medication. The suspects all fled the scene afterward. The victim by Ambulance Inc. of Laurel County to St. Joseph Hospital London for treatment, and was admitted. The victim is identified as: Eddie Vincent Davis age 51 of Williams Trailer Park, Fariston. A possible suspect vehicle is a small tan car that was observed nearby prior to the home invasion. The female who came knocking on the door is identified as: Latasha Lynch age 21 of Laurel County—she is being sought for Escape From Home Incarceration, and wanted for questioning regarding the home invasion incident at Fariston. The weapon used by the suspects who assaulted the victim has been identified as a baseball bat. Anyone with any information on this case, or on the whereabouts of Latasha Lynch is asked to contact the Laurel County Sheriff’s Department at 606-864-6600. They can remain anonymous. Assisting on the investigation is Laurel Sheriff’s Sgt Chuck Johnson, and Constable Tim Mays. Detective Zanet is continuing his investigation.
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