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Somerset Community College To Hold Express Enrollment July 18-22
Somerset – Are you interested in learning a new skill? Have you thought about taking college classes but didn’t enroll? Do you need to finish the degree you started? Now is the perfect time to enroll for fall 2016 classes at Somerset Community College. Whether you are interested in part-time, full-time, online or one-at-a-time…
Read MoreBill could help volunteer firefighters
Kentucky Democrat Representative Rick G. Nelson, of Middlesboro, has introduced a bill that, if passed, could help volunteer firefighters recover some of their expenses at tax time. “To become a volunteer firefighter, individuals must dedicate many hours of personal time for training and physical ability testing,” said Nelson. “Most volunteers do not get paid when…
Read MoreMcCreary County School District CPR and Health Services
Brandy Rowe RN, District Health Coordinator McCreary County School District Students now will have a new skill prior to high school graduation, cardiopulmonary resuscitation or CPR. Kentucky General Assembly passed Senate Bill 33 on April 9, 2016 that requires public high school students be taught CPR in the Physical Education or Health Class as…
Read MoreBlue Heron Campground Ranger Program Go with the Flow
The Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area has a rich history intertwined with its equally rich natural beauty. Join a park ranger to learn how the land and river has shaped and supported the surrounding communities from ancient time all the way up to the twentieth century. This fun, fact-filled evening activity begins…
Read MoreSKED Helps Pine Knot Entrepreneur’s Small Business Dream Come True
McCreary County native Brandon Kidd has held several titles during his career. He is Chairman of the local board of education, Deputy Chief at Pine Knot Volunteer Fire Department and formerly a senior officer at USP McCreary. But it’s the title of small business owner that he’s been working toward for years and, with…
Read MoreYahoo Falls Hike on Sunday, July 17
Join a park ranger on a one hour guided hike to Kentucky’s largest waterfall, Yahoo Falls. The hike begins at 11:00 a.m. (ET) on July 17 at the Yahoo Falls parking area located on Yahoo Falls Road, off of Highway 700 near Whitley City, Kentucky. Yahoo Falls is 113 feet tall and flows into the…
Read MoreHappy 70th Birthday!
Photo submitted 70 years ago the world was blessed with the strongest and most phenomenal woman I know. You’re the rock of our family, a magnificent role model, and my very best friend. I hope you enjoy may more years of love and laughter. Happy Birthday Barbra Sparks from your granddaughter Amber and family!
Read MoreBranscum Graduates
Photo submitted Robert Allen David Branscum, son of Robert & Rebecca (Foster) Branscum graduated from Northern Kentucky University on May 14, 2016 with a Bachelor Degree in Physical Education. He is the grandson of Donna Branscum of Stearns and the late Roger Branscum of Whitley City, Kentucky and the late Ray & Charlene Foster of…
Read MoreEmergency Food And Shelter funds awarded
McCreary County has been chosen to receive $6,775.00 to supplement emergency food and shelter programs in the county. The selection was made by a National board that is chaired by the Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency and consists of representatives from the American Red Cross, Catholic Charities USA, and National Council of…
Read MoreBe aware of Zika risks
For months, we’ve heard the warnings about Zika virus. This is a disease that is relatively new to the United States, as it has historically been confined to more tropical and remote regions of the world. The disease is primarily transmitted by mosquitoes and it has been particularly concerning for pregnant women and their unborn…
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