McConnell Remarks on Covington Catholic
‘This time, it’s families in my home state who are paying the price for exercising their freedoms. Sadly, this kind of fact-free rush to judgement is becoming an all-too-common occurrence…If we can learn anything from this weekend, I hope it’s this: When the rush for headlines takes precedence over the facts, mistakes are made and…
Read MoreGovernor Bevin speaks on behalf of the Covington Catholic High School
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Read MoreWe will never forget, I Have a Dream
An African American man stood in front of millions of people. He was a preacher who was active in his church and community, and a man of valor that resounds throughout all those who hear him. These were the makings of something great. The scene was a march for many. It was a moment…
Read MoreFocus on the family, spreading God’s Word
“God has called me to preach and teach His Word in a way that is understandable and relatable,” Pastor Vicki Moore. “Jesus wants to come in and do life with us. Everything about God’s Word points to a relationship with Him, not about religion.” Those are the words of Cornerstone Assembly of God’s new pastor. …
Read MoreDrug charges, one arrested
On Jan. 18 at approximately 05:50, officers of the Morgantown Police Department, arrived at Green River Feedmill for a suspicious person complaint. Officers made contact with Brian Tomes, age 39, of Morgantown KY. Tomes was charged with Possession of Controlled Substance 1st Deg, 1nd Offense (Methamphetamine) and Drug Paraphernalia Buy/Possess. Tomes was lodged in the Butler County…
Read MoreFiscal Court recap
The Butler County Fiscal Court met during the regular session on Jan. 14. Gray Tomblyn Commissioner of Rural and Municipal Aide was in attendance for the meeting. He briefly spoke about upgrades that were coming for the county. The discussion was opened up to the public during the meeting. Concerns discussed were bridges to upgrade in the…
Read MoreSave A Lot closing
The local Save A Lot Grocery in Brownsville is closing after 25-plus years serving the residents of Edmonson County. The nine employees were all shocked to find out that their job would be done as of Feb. 2. Management told them it was due to lack of sales that they decided to close. The grocery has been…
Read MoreBig crowd, Fiscal Court night meeting
The first meeting of the newly-elected magistrates and the incumbents was held Jan. 14, which was also the first night meeting of the year. The crowd was one of the largest at the meeting in a while. After the agenda and all bills to be paid was approved the different departments started giving their reports. The magistrates voted…
Read MorePretzels for everyone
The Auntie Anne’s Elizabethtown Food Truck visited Brownsville on Jan. 15. They were parked at Wildcat Car Wash from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Many people came out to enjoy a delicious pretzel, made and cooked right there in the truck. They had everything from plain salted to almond covered and seemingly everyone’s favorite the cinnamon nuggets with…
Read MoreSpeaking truth to power
By Jeff Jobe jobe@jobeinc.com Monday, I spent a cold afternoon with a nice cross-section of individuals remembering the sacrifices made by Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and hope all that attended left feeling as I did. The burdens I carried into the service were heavy and the weight was completely removed. Why would any…
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