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  Photo by Eugenia Jones Development of a recreation area at Laurel Creek Reservoir has begun.  Last week, workers began work on a loop road to provide easier access to the water.  Long term plans for the area include a new boat ramp, handicapped bathroom facilities, better parking, and the addition of a walking trail…

  The flowers are blooming, and the grass has begun to grow anew, making spring a great time for homeowners to once again turn their attention to landscaping. Those who aren’t looking forward to dusting off their lawnmowers and rethreading their string trimmers may want to hire professional landscapers to tend to their lawns and…

  Gardening can be an enjoyable activity for adults and children alike. Gardening encourages creative thinking and can make for an eco-friendly activity as well. Adding a touch of whimsy to gardening can make it that much more attractive to children. Perhaps that is why fairy gardens have become so popular among youngsters.  Fairy gardens…

  Planting a garden can add aesthetic appeal and functionality to a property. Vegetable gardens can transform landscapes while putting healthy and homegrown food on the table. By growing their own fruits and vegetables, homeowners have total control over what foods can be harvested, and they can ensure sustainable, safe practices are used to care…

  A roof is the primary defense a home has against the elements. It provides protection against wind, rain and snow, as well as shields the interior from the blazing heat. A compromised roof cannot do its job properly. There are many different roofing materials available these days — each of which carries with it…

The Kentucky State Police is asking for assistance in identifying an individual being sought in a possible theft case at the Stearns Car Wash. The subject shown in the surveillance footage, taken Monday afternoon around 6:00 p.m., appears to be using a device to extract coins from the change machine. Anyone with information that could…

  Photos by Eugenia Jones Members of the Mountain Craft Center recently met with several tourism-related leaders to discuss partnerships for increasing the number of visitors to the Center.  Judy Sizemore with the KY Arts Council coordinated the meeting.  Ideas discussed included setting up a childrens’ section of crafts at the Center.

  Photo by Greg Bird Cash Express presented a cake to the McCreary County 911 Office to honor of National 911 Telecommunicators Week.