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Edmonson County Educators Receive Excellence In Teaching Awards At Campbellsville University

6/28/2019

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Dr. Donna Hedgepath, far left, provost and vice president for academic affairs, and Dr. Lisa Allen, sixth from left, dean of the School of Education, presented the awards. From left are: Hedgepath; Kendra Cline, South Edmonson Elementary School; and Allen. (Campbellsville University Photo by Joshua Williams) (not pictured: Allison Bolton & Jennifer Dooley)
Edmonson Voice Staff Report: 
Three Educators from Edmonson County Schools were recently honored at Campbellsville University’s recent Excellence in Teaching Award Ceremony. Kendra Cline, South Edmonson Elementary School; Allison Bolton, Edmonson County Middle School; Jennifer Dooley, Edmonson County High School were recognized.

Cline, of Park City, has taught second grade at South Edmonson Elementary School since 2017. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Western Kentucky University in 2017. She graduated from Edmonson County High School in 2013. She is the daughter of Melissa and Kenny Hennion, of Park City, and is the wife of Wesley Cline.

Bolton, of Brownsville, has taught seventh grade Social Studies at Edmonson County Middle School since 2016. She received her Master of Arts in Special Education from Western Kentucky University in 2002 as well as her Bachelor of Science in Education respectively in 1999. She graduated from Warren Central High School in 1994. She is the daughter of Dayle and Phil Kirby, of Smiths Grove, and is the wife of Daniel Bolton.
           
Dooley, of Smiths Grove, has taught 9th through 12th grade English, Theatre and Arts and Humanities at Edmonson County High School since 2002. She has also taught seventh through ninth grade English and Arts and Humanities at Olmstead Elementary School from 2000 to 2002. She received her Master of Arts in Library Media Education from Western Kentucky University in 2004 as well as her Bachelor of Arts in Secondary Education and in English and Theater from Transylvania University in 1998. She graduated from St. Mary High School in 1994. She is the wife of Jason Dooley, and they have four children: Carson, Gavin, Taylor and Ian.    
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The 2019 Excellence in Teaching Committee included: Dr. Lisa Allen, dean of the Campbellsville University School of Education; Elizabeth Franklin, Lisa Kirtley, Natasha Nall, Dominic Sanfilippo, and Alice Steele.

Campbellsville University is a widely-acclaimed Kentucky-based Christian university with more than 12,000 students offering over 100 programs of study including Ph.D., master, baccalaureate, associate, pre-professional and certification programs. The university has Kentucky based off-campus centers in Louisville, Harrodsburg, Somerset, Hodgenville and Liberty with instructional sites in Elizabethtown, Owensboro and Summersville. Out-of-state centers include two in California at Los Angeles and Lathrop, located in the San Francisco Bay Area.  The website for complete information is www.campbellsville.edu. 
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Law Enforcement Seeking Help In Old Kyrock Rd. Burglary

6/27/2019

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Darren Doyle, story:
The Edmonson County Sheriff's Office is requesting help for a burglary that took place on the night of June 26th or the early morning hours of June 27th.

According to the Sheriff's Office, deputies responded to residence on Old Kyrock road where an outbuilding was burglarized doing that time period. A considerable amount of hand-held power tools, air tools, fishing equipment, and farm equipment were stolen, the Sheriff's Office reported.

"If anyone has any information relating to this theft, saw any suspicious vehicles in the area last night, or might have any security camera footage, please call the sheriffs office at 270-597-2157, or Edmonson County Dispatch at 270-597-2729," the office said in a statement.
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District Court Report: June 25, 2019

6/26/2019

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Edmonson District Court was held on Tuesday, June 24, 2019. The Honorable Judge Joseph B. Hines presiding.
​Thomas Wayne Hagan, Operating vehicle with expired operators license. Continue 7/9/19.

Ohn Youn Awar, Criminal trespass- second degree. Continue 7/9/19.

Heather D. Dixon, Theft by deception-include cold checks under $500. Continue 7/23/19.

Todd Alan Bilyeu, Motorboats to be registered and numbered. Continue 7/9/19.

Thurman Leon Collins, Public intoxication controlled substance. Disorderly conduct, first degree. Continue 7/9/19.

Fabian Romero, Reckless Driving. License to be possession. Continue 7/9/19.

Tiffany Hufford, Rear license not illuminated. No operators license. Failed to appear. $250 bench warrant issued.

Joshua M. Vincent, Operating on suspended/revoked operators license. Failed to appear. $250 bench warrant issued.

Dustin E. Calvert, Operating on suspended/ revoked operators license. Failed to appear. $250 bench warrant issued.

​Aaron Lee Miller, Operating on suspended/ revoked operators license. Improper registration plate. Failed to appear. $250 bench warrant issued.
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​Deanna Miller, Operating on suspended/ revoked operators license. Failed to appear. $250 bench warrant
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Deanna M. Miller, Operating on suspended/ revoked operators license. Failed to appear. $250 bench warrant issued.

Deanna Maria Miller, Operating on suspended/ revoked operators license. Failed to appear. $250 bench warrant issued.

Janie Buford, Assault forth degree domestic violence minor injury. Pleaded not guilty. Pretrial conference 7/9/19.

Michael William Glenn, Endangering the welfare of a minor. Guilty. Sentencing 7/9/19.

Mandolynne L. Glenn, Endangering the welfare of a minor. Guilty. Sentencing 7/9/19.

James A. Lindsey, Possession of marijuana. Drug paraphernalia- buy/possess. Possession of open alcohol beverage container in motor vehicle. Failure to produce insurance card. Improper registration plate. Operating motor vehicle under/influence of alcohol/drugs. Pleaded not guilty. Pretrial conference 7/9/19.

Westley Moyer, Operating on suspended/ revoked operators license. Judgement orders signed.

Adam Eugene Ruth, No/expired registration plates. No/expired Kentucky registration receipt. Improper display of registration plates. Failure to produce insurance card. Failure of owner to maintain required insurance/security first. Operating motor vehicle under influence of alcohol/drugs. Possession of marijuana. Pleaded not guilty. Pretrial conference 7/9/19.

​Silas D. Kinser, Theft by unlawful taking or disposition under $500. Pleaded not guilty. Pretrial conference 7/9/19.
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​Michael Anthony Vance, Assault fourth degree. Domestic violence minor injury. Pleaded not guilty. Pretrial conference. 7/23/19.

William E. Suttle, No/expired registration plates. No/expired Kentucky registration receipt. Improper display of registration plates. Failure to produce insurance card. Failure of non-owner operator to maintain required insurance first. Dismissed.

Angela Renee Rich, Possession of controlled substance, first degree, first offense (methamphetamine). Possession of marijuana. Drug paraphernalia buy-possess. Pleaded not guilty to all. $4000 Bond. Pretrial hearing 7/9/19.

Michael E. Breed, Possession of controlled substance, first degree, first offense (methamphetamine). Tampering with physical evidence. Possession of marijuana. Drug paraphernalia- buy/possess. Failure to wear seat belts. Careless driving. Pleaded not guilty to all. $4000 bond. Pretrial hearing 7/9/19.

Douglas B. Sanders, Drug paraphernalia- buy/possess. Possession of controlled substance, first degree, second offense (methamphetamine). Pleaded not guilty to all. $2000 bond. Pretrial hearing 7/9/19.

Silas D. Kinser, Operating on suspended/revoked operators license. Guilty.

Maria Woosley, Resident fishing without a license/permit. Dismissed.

Terry Lee Woosley Resident fishing without a license/permit. Dismissed.

Tommy Lee Bratcher, No/expired registration plates. No/expired Kentucky registration receipt. Improper display of registration plates. Failure to produce insurance card. Dismissed
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Judge Cannon Declares Ray Sebourn Day

6/25/2019

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Ray Sebourn with Judge Executive Wil Cannon.
for Edmonson Voice Staff Report:
Edmonson County Judge Executive Wil Canon declared July 6, 2019 as Ray Sebourn Day during the Monday June 24, 2019 Fiscal Court meeting. 

Ray is U.S Army Veteran and served Edmonson County as a State Trooper for 21 years. Mr. Sebourn also served on the Edmonson County Rescue Squad for 23 years and was instrumental in acquiring the first Jaws of Life for Edmonson County. 
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Lake Patrol Results In Meth Arrest

6/24/2019

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Darren Doyle, story:
A man and woman are facing felony drug charges after meth was found in their vehicle during a traffic stop at Nolin Lake, according to the Edmonson County Sheriff's Office.

According to a press release from the Sheriff's Office, during lake patrol on Sunday evening, deputies spotted a vehicle leaving a marina area with the occupants not wearing seat belts and the driver crossing the center line. After a traffic stop, deputies reported that they detected the odor of marijuana and that both the driver, Michael Breed, 38 of Louisville, and passenger, Angela Rich, 44 of Muldraugh, admitted to smoking marijuana earlier in the day.

During the probable cause search, deputies reported that they found marijuana, suspected methamphetamine, and other drug paraphernalia.

Rich was arrested and charged with Possession of marijuana, Drug paraphernalia- buy/possess, and Possession of Meth-- 1st offense.

Breed was arrested and charged with Possession of marijuana, Drug paraphernalia- buy/possess, Possession of Meth-- 1st offense, Failure to wear seatbelt, and Careless driving.
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Michael Breed, 38 of Louisville
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Angela Rich, 44 of Muldraugh
Breed was also charged with Tampering with physical evidence, after it was discovered he threw another bag of suspected drugs under the car during the traffic stop, according to deputies.

Both were lodged in the Hart County Jail.

The Edmonson County Sheriff's Office, in addition to the Grayson and Hart County Sheriff's Offices, are contracted by the US Army Corps of Engineers during the summer months to do extra patrols at Corps of Engineers docks and campgrounds to ensure safety and compliance with campground regulations. Deputies are required to make multiple patrols at Moutardier, Vanmeter boat ramp, and the Nolin Dam spillway area. 
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Three Vehicle Crash Results in Hart County Fatality

6/20/2019

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 Edmonson Voice Staff Report:
A Louisville man has died has a result of injuries sustained on Thursday, June 20th in a multi-vehicle crash on I-65 involving a Greyhound bus full of passengers.

According to Kentucky State Police, Troopers received a call for service in reference to a three vehicle injury collision that had occurred southbound on Interstate 65 near the 67 mile marker just past 3am this morning. 
 
According to KSP, the preliminary investigation revealed that Charles Cartwright (37) of Louisville, KY was operating a 2008 Toyota SUV northbound in a southbound travel lane of Interstate 65 near the 67 mile marker.  Cartwright’s vehicle struck both a 2016 Freightliner commercial vehicle being operated by Jamie Crescencio (34) of Nuevo Laredo, Mexico and a 2014 MCI Greyhound bus being operated by Michael Whitefield (38) of Escondido, CA in a “head-on” manner.
 
Charles Cartwright succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased on the scene by the Hart County Coroner’s Office.  Michael Whitefield was transported via EMS to TJ Sampson Hospital where he is currently being treated for non-life threatening injuries, KSP said.  A total of six passengers aboard the bus were transported by EMS to local hospitals where they were treated for minor injuries.  Twenty nine additional passengers did not report injury and refused medical treatment while on scene.  KSP also reported that Crescencio and a passenger in the semi truck did not report injury. 

The interstate was completely shut down until about 2:30pm today. Traffic was detoured at exit 71 at Bonnieville to 31-W to exit 65.
 
The investigation continues and is being led by Trooper Daniel Priddy.  Trooper Priddy was assisted on scene by the Hart County Sheriff’s Department, Hart County EMS, Hardin County EMS, Barren County EMS, Medical Center EMS, Bonnieville Fire Department, Munfordville Fire Department, and the Hart County Coroner. 
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Child Welfare Complaint Results In Three Toddlers Left Home Alone: Mother Faces Felony Charges

6/18/2019

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Woman Arrested On Child Abandonment Charges
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Darren Doyle, story:
A local woman is facing multiple felony charges after law enforcement discovered three toddlers left home alone late Monday night.

According to the Edmonson County Sheriff's Office, local dispatch received a complaint call around 11:30pm on Monday from a relative who said they suspected that a mother had left her toddler children at home alone.

The Sheriff's Office said that a deputy responded to 4431 Chalybeate School Road and discovered the front door to be unlatched as the deputy went to knock. Once inside, the deputy reported that he found three children under the age of 4, two of which that were twins asleep in cribs.

According to Sheriff Shane Doyle, local social services and family members were notified immediately and as law enforcement was seeing to the children, the mother then returned home. Officials said that Kala Ware, (25) of Wingfield, first said she had left the children in the care of a friend, and that the friend must have left the kids alone, but then later admitted that she had traveled to Bowling Green while leaving the children unattended.

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Kala Ware, (25), Wingfield.
Ware was arrested and charged with three counts of Abandonment of a Minor, a Class D Felony. If convicted, she could face up to 15 years in prison for all counts.

The Sheriff's Office said the three children were placed in care of a family member while social services complete their investigation and that the children were unharmed.


​She was transported and lodged in the Hart County Jail. ​
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ECMS Officially Named National Champions For Second Consecutive Year

6/17/2019

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2019 ECMS Back-To-Back Jr. Academic Team National Champtions
ECMS Academic Team Wins Back-to-Back National Championships
Nick Skaggs, ECMS Asst. Coach, story: submitted photos:
The Edmonson County Middle School Academic Team has been named the 2019 National Champions after final scoring has been completed for the tournament system.

"The championship is similar to a college football bowl system with different criteria. The stats and performances from each of the four regional champions are then compared in order to name the final national winner.

ECMS defeated Ramsey Junior High School from Fort Smith, Arkansas in the New Orleans championship game on Monday, May 27, 2019. The team was never challenged during the competition, finishing with a perfect record of 9 wins and zero losses at the national tournament.  Edmonson outscored opponents by an average of 484 to 144.

While ECMS dominated their field, they had to wait for the completion of the other tournaments in Chicago, Washington D.C., and Orlando. The national runners-up was the winner of the Chicago tournament, Chaffin Junior High School out of Arkansas.  Edmonson and Chaffin were the only teams to go undefeated at their national tournaments, but Edmonson County averaged nearly 100 points more per game, which was the deciding factor in the Wildcats the national champions for the second consecutive season.

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ECMS National Hall of Fame members Brody Johnson, Coach Greg Grey, Jonas Miller.
Chip Beall, the executive director of the National Academic Championship, went on to declare the 2019 Edmonson County Middle School the “all-time greatest team in the 12 year history of the Junior National Academic Championship.” 

He also said that Brody Johnson, the New Orleans M.V.P., and Jonas Miller (last year’s M.V.P) were “best one-two punch in the history of the Junior National Academic Championship.”  

Over the past 37 years, the National Academic Championships have been declaring high school national champions. They added the Junior National Academic Championships 12 years ago. During that time, they have named a select few to their Hall of Fame.  These historical players include Jeopardy! legend Brad Rutter. At the conclusion of the New Orleans tournament, Mr. Beall named both Brody Johnson ad Jonas Miller into the National Academic Championship Hall of Fame.   

The team finished with a record of 91 wins and only one loss on the 2019 season.  ECMS won the 2019 KAAC Governor’s Cup Quick Recall State Championship, the 2019 NAQT State Championship, and the 2019 Junior National Academic Championship.  The team is coached by Greg Grey and his assistants; Robin Grey, Alan Florence, and Nick Skaggs. The national championship players are Brody Johnson, Jonas Miller, Alex Woosley, Glenna Crisp, Evy Bolton, Emma Sackett, Brycen Daniels, Lyla Wood, Ashton Johnson, Ace Daughtery, Ian Dooley, and Taylor Dooley. 

This was the final academic tournament for K.A.A.C Hall of Fame head coach, Greg Grey.  This was the perfect ending to an extraordinary career that has touched the lives of so many.   ​​
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Sheriff's Office Seeking Info On Multiple Theft Cases At Moutardier Marina

6/16/2019

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Edmonson Voice Staff Report:
The Edmonson County Sheriff's Office is seeking information on three different thefts that have occured on the property of Moutardier Marina since May 23, 2019.

According to a statement from the Sheriff's Office, officials are investigating thefts involving a Springdale pull-behind camper, as well as Keystone pull-behind camper.  The Springdale Camper was recently recovered abandoned in Hardin County, while the Keystone was recovered, also abandoned at Leitchfield Wal-Mart.

Both campers were stolen from the storage buildings on the property, according to the Sheriff's Office.

In an additional incident, the Sheriff's Office is also investigation a theft where multiple hand tools and trolling motor parts were stolen out of a truck and boat parked in the lot at the marina, all valued at over $1000. 

As of now, no arrests have been made in any of these cases. 

"If you have any information in these incidents or see anyone suspicious in this area, please call the Edmonson County Sheriff's Office at 270-597-2157 or Edmonson County Dispatch at 270-597-2729," said the office in a statement.
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Local Students Named to SKYCTC Honors List For Spring 2019 Semester

6/13/2019

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Edmonson Voice Staff Report:​
The following Edmonson County Southcentral Kentucky Community and Technical College students have been named to the Dean's List and President’s List during the Spring 2019 semester.

​Charles Andrew Brooks
Stephen Matthew Bullock
Anthony Tyler Cherry
Madysen Shea Massey*
Ashley Nicole Mcfelia*
 
To be named to the Dean's List, a student must have been a full-time student and attained a grade average of 3.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale. To be named to the President’s List, a student must have been a full-time student and attained a 4.0 grade average. 

President’s List students are designated by an * after their name.
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Sheriff's Office Releases Update On Teen Shooting

6/13/2019

 
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Darren Doyle, story:
The Edmonson County Sheriff's Office has released additional information regarding an accidental shooting that claimed the life of a local teenager on June 11th in response to local television outlets seeking more than what was first released.

In a written statement, the Sheriff's Office stated that the accidental shooting took place in the Rocky Hill community.

"The fifteen year old boy, who's name is being withheld, died Tuesday morning at Vanderbilt Medical Center and has undergone an autopsy by the Tennessee State Medical Examiner," the statement said.  "Our investigation is ongoing, but at this time it appears as though it is simply a tragic accident.  The young man was with two other juveniles when the accident occurred.  All of those involved are juveniles, so all names and personal information is being withheld."

The Sheriff's Office also stated that no on-camera interviews will be conducted, due to the intimate nature of Edmonson County's intimate community. 

"Many families have been deeply touched by this horrible accident, and the ECSO is trying diligently to respect the privacy of the families, while also providing the information we can to our trusted media partners," the statement continued.  "Once the investigation is complete, it will be turned over to the Edmonson County Attorney for review to determine if probable cause for a crime is present, and his office will make the final determination if charges are appropriate." 

District Court Report: June 11, 2019

6/12/2019

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​Edmonson District Court was held on Tuesday, June 11, 2019. The Honorable Judge Joseph B. Hines presiding.
Joy Renee Johnson, No/expired registration plates. No/expired Kentucky registration receipt. Improper display of registration plates. License plate not legible. Pleaded not guilty to all. Pretrial conference 7/9/19.

Joy Johnson, Improper registration plate. Operating motor vehicle under influence of alcohol/drugs. Possess open alcohol beverage container in a motor vehicle. Continue 7/9/19.

Breanna Houchin, Drug paraphernalia- buy/possess. Pleaded not guilty. Pretrial conference 6/25/19.

Rocky Matthew Rogers, Assault fourth degree domestic violence minor injury. Pleaded not guilty. Pretrial conference 7/9/19.

Christopher W. Frogge, Harassing communications. Guilty. Judgment order signed.

Brittany Decker, No/expired Kentucky registration receipt. No/expired registration plates. Failure to produce insurance card. Failed to appear.. 
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​Jessie Lee Taylor, Operate motor vehicle under influence of alcohol/drugs, first offense. Failure of owner to maintain required insurance/security first. No/expired registration plates. . No/expired Kentucky registration receipt. Pleaded not guilty to all. Pretrial conference 7/9/19.

Eric L. Murphy, No operator’s/moped license. Operating on suspended/revoked operators license. Dismissed.
 
Travis Damjen Lamar, Speeding 24 mph over limit. Dismissed.

Misty Manon Cox, Speeding 25 mph over limit. Pleaded not guilty. Pretrial conference 7/19/19.

Desaray Ann Ford, Speeding 17 mph over limit. Pleaded not guilty. Pretrial conference 7/9/19.

Glenda Lou Barger, Speeding 18 mph over limit. Pleaded not guilty. Pretrial conference 7/9/19.

​Carla Jo Goff, Failure to produce insurance card. Dismissed
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Green River Ferry Closure Delayed Until July 8th

6/12/2019

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Green River Ferry (EV file photo)
Three Week Start Time Delay Not Expected To Affect Completion Date Of November 15th
Edmonson Voice Staff Report:
Mammoth Cave National Park’s planned closure of the Green River Ferry Crossing and Green River Ferry Road for a vehicle ramp extension project has been delayed until Monday, July 8 due to changes in the contractor’s construction timeline. The three week delay in the start date will not change the construction schedule’s end date, though, which remains Friday, November 15.

“We have been working closely with our contractor who felt they would not reasonably be able to begin the construction project on the June 17 start date that was originally determined in contract negotiations,” said Superintendent Barclay Trimble. “While we are disappointed that we are unable to get the project underway as planned, we know that the slight delay will allow the Green River Ferry Crossing and parking area to be open and accessible during the busy July 4 holiday weekend. This should ease some parking congestion for canoers and kayakers who are planning to access the river and will make it more convenient for visitors who are traveling to the north side of the park for the hiking, biking, and horseback riding trails found there.”
 
The Green River Ferry ramp extension project will extend the current vehicle access ramps into the Green River by 30 feet which should allow the ferry boat to operate during periods of low water levels. The project is being coordinated by the park with assistance from the Federal Highway Administration Eastern Lands Highway Division.  
 
For more information on the Green River Ferry Crossing improvement projects and the Green River Ferry and road closure, please visit the park’s website www.nps.gov/maca/green-river-ferry-improvement-projects.htm or call the Green River Ferry Hotline at 270-758-2166 for current ferry operating status.
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Tommy Hodges Steps Down As ECHS Principal, Accepts New Position At Grayson County

6/12/2019

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ECHS Principal Tommy Hodges at his desk. (EV file photo)
Hodges Named Principal of Grayson County High School Alternative Education Center
Darren Doyle, story and photo:
Edmonson County High School Principal Tommy Hodges has accepted a job at Grayson County Schools as of Tuesday, June 11, 2019. 


Hodges has been the principal at ECHS for the past five years. Superintendent of Edmonson County Schools Patrick Waddell said he was informed by Hodges yesterday that he had been offered and had accepted another position in a different school district, which the Edmonson Voice later learned was Grayson County.

​The Grayson County school district said in a statement provided to the Edmonson Voice, "Tommy Hodges has been hired as Principal of the GCHS Alternative Education Center, effective with the 2019-20 school year."

Grayson County Schools Public Information Officer Caryn Lewis also added, "In that role, he will work closely, often one-on-one, with students in a non-traditional, flexible environment that provides the individualized educational, career and personal supports to help them succeed."

"Mr. Tommy Hodges has done a great job as principal at ECHS," said Supt. Waddell.  "The school has steadily risen academically during his time as principal and he has had, and has developed positive relationships with our students."

Mr. Hodges spoke to the Edmonson Voice about the difficult decision he made by stepping down as ECHS principal, which he said was led by God and Hodges' family.

"I truly believe that God is with me on this decision," he said. "I thank Him daily on the blessings He has given to me. Also, for the last 12 years I've worked 220 - 240 days per year. It's time for me to be a Husband and Father again. Cindy has supported me for 12 long years as an administrator. There are a lot of afternoons she is left at home while I've attended sporting events and having to stop what I'm doing to answer emails and phone calls.  She has carried me through some tough times and has always backed me in my decisions to move schools.  Now it's my turn to pay her back by being home more. Being able to spend more time with her. I'll be able to spend more time with my family. I will also have the opportunity to move back to Hart County and be closer to my family."

The Hart County native has resided in Smiths Grove for the past 6 1/2 years.
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Supt. Waddell said the high school site based decision making council, or SBDM will undergo training on the hiring of a new principal.

"The council will seek input through surveys from staff, parents and community members." he said. "Until the council is trained, I am unsure when or how this will occur.   We currently have this training set to occur on June 27, 2019.  It is difficult to establish a timeline when all of this will occur until the SBDM council is trained, but it would be my goal to have the next principal in place before school starts.  I believe that Edmonson County has many positive attributes that will attract strong candidates to apply for this position." 

Hodges has had an impressive career through his years in education. He served in the role of 
Title I - January 2000 - May 2000 at Grayson County Middle School, then later served as a science teacher- August 2000 - May 2007, served as Assistant Principal of Grayson County High School July 2007 - June 2010, then as Assistant Principal Warren East High School July 2010 - June 2014, and finally Principal at Edmonson County High School- July 2014 - July 2019.

Grayson County Superintendent Doug Robinson shared some of his thoughts on the hiring of Hodges.

"We are elated to have someone of Mr. Hodges’ caliber and background to lead the AEC forward," he said. “I’m confident he will make a strong impact on the Center and the success of its students.”

Waddell added that Hodges' decision to leave ECHS was a difficult one but he understood the reasons behind it.
 
"I am saddened to see him leave, but he has given Edmonson County five strong years. I also understand his desire to move into another position that doesn't have the time requirements that being a high school principal carries," he said.  

While the dark-bearded, 6'4" principal could be intimidating at times, a large majority of students connected with him on many levels. He often laughed and joked with students and was regularly seen giving high-fives to student athletes on the courts and fields at school events. Hodges also shared his thoughts on why Edmonson County will always be a special place.

"This place has such a laid back, hometown feeling. It's really a little paradise. I'm going to miss a lot of people that I have worked with for the last five years.  During this time, the high school has made great strides with accountability, but that's 100% due to the students and staff hard work in the building. I know the site based council will hire the right person for this position, which will be a person that will be able to take the high school higher than I ever could have. The future is bright for ECHS."

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Hodges resignation at ECHS will be effective June 28, 2019.
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Accidental Shooting Results In Teen Death

6/11/2019

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Sheriff's Office Says No Charges Have Been Filed In Tragic Accident
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Darren Doyle, story:
The Edmonson County Sheriff's Office has reported what they are calling an accidental shooting that has claimed the life of a 15-year old boy.

According to a press release from the Sheriff's Office, a deputy and Edmonson EMS responded to the 911 call around 1:35am this morning that involved the injured teen.

The teen was transported to the Medical Center and then later to Vanderbilt where he was pronounced dead at 7:40am, according to the Sheriff's Office.

The Sheriff's Office said the incident appears to be completely accidental during this point in the investigation and that no charges have been filed.

"We are doing our best to conduct a proper investigation while also respecting the privacy of all involved," said Sheriff Shane Doyle. "The families, as well as the emergency workers dispatched are all dealing with a terrible situation, and I beg everyone to pray for those suffering through this tragedy."

The incident is still under investigation by the Edmonson County Sheriff's Office and all names are being withheld at this time.

**Update 6/10/19, 4:02pm: this article was edited to show the age of the victim was 15, not 14 as originally reported. The Sheriff’s Office contacted us and apologized for the incorrect information they gave.
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Fiscal Court Report: Driver's Licenses Could Move To County Clerk's Office, Park Mammoth Owners' Bankruptcy Discussed

6/10/2019

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County Office Reports, MCNP Superintendent Speaks, More:
​Darren Doyle, story:
Edmonson County Fiscal Court was held on Monday, June 10, 2019 in the upstairs courtroom of the courthouse, where the focus of discussion was the voted increase for Edmonson County fire dues.​ 

County Attorney Greg Vincent informed the court that the Fortress Group, DBA Park Mammoth Resort, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, which is a reorganization of debt.  Vincent told the court that during the chapter 11 reorganization process, all debts and interests are frozen so that bankruptcy court can evaluate the filing business' plan to pay off current debts.

Vincent said that once the county files their claim with bankruptcy court, the county is almost guaranteed to be paid the money owed. He said generally, all taxes due come before other debts. In March, the county won a judgement against Park Mammoth for $66,000 owed in overdue Room and Recreation taxes. Room tax is revenue for county tourism and the rec tax goes to Parks and Rec.

The Park Mammoth property was recently advertised for sale at auction but is no longer being advertised due to the bankruptcy filing. 

The Edmonson Voice obtained a released statement from The Fortress Group, Inc., that outlined their current plan.

The statement said the group voluntarily filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on May 21, 2019. The statement also said: "
The Company intends to use the proceedings to restructure and strengthen its balance sheet and achieve a more sustainable debt profile, while continuing to provide shooting sports, golf and hotel accommodations to its customers frequenting the resort from all over the world well into the future."

​The statement concluded with: "Improving The Fortress Group, Inc. balance sheet will help position the company for long-term success and enable it to be a better business partner to the community, its vendor, and its customers. The Fortress Group, Inc. is confident that it can emerge as a stronger, more competitive company with the financial flexibility to invest in innovation and growth to expand its market-leading positions and create solutions and services that will meet our customer needs today and well into the future."

The entire released statement can be read in full by clicking here.
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Driver's License services could be moved:
County Clerk Kevin Alexander informed the fiscal court that renewing or obtaining driver's licenses could possibly be moved from the circuit court's office to the county clerk's.

Alexander said that judges would prefer that be the case, since driver's license services are non-court related. 

"I don't know when this might be, but if that happens, we're not looking forward to it," he said. He added that it would  require more space, resources, and labor for his already busy office to accommodate driver's license services and that he's already inquired about available office space in the Community Center that was formerly occupied by the Head Start Program, which recently moved.

Alexander said a decision would be made at the state level anywhere from six months from now to a few years.   

County offices gave the following reports:


Road Report: County Road Foreman Greg Carroll said crews had recently completed paving Crump Road and have moved to Oak Hill Road to replace tiles before blacktopping there, in addition to several other roads in District 2. He also reported that his department had purchased a new washer/dryer among other items that Aramark had formerly supplied. Carroll said the department has spent $5200 on the new laundry and uniform configuration, which is a drastic change from their current $17,000 in uniform budget. County Attorney Greg Vincent reported that he had officially submitted the county's request to cancel the current Aramark contract, due to over billing of services used and improper billing of services not used by the county.

Sheriff Report: Sheriff Shane Doyle said the last two weeks have been extremely busy due to the increased summer activity. He discussed a recent stolen gun arrest and the medal presentation to 7-year old Logan Powell, first reported by the Edmonson Voice, which also made headlines in all other major news outlets in the area.

He also announced that Deputy Stoney Phillips will be leaving the Edmonson County Sheriff's Office to accept a position at Warren County Sheriff's Office. Doyle said he has been very fortunate to keep most of his staff during his time as Sheriff, despite most every other surrounding county being able to offer better pay and benefits. He said that Phillips got a significant pay increase plus hazardous duty retirement. He said until Edmonson County can better compete with surrounding law enforcement agencies, this could occur more often in the future. He ended his report by crediting his office staff for clean audits, and as a result, the office qualifies for what is called an "agreed upon procedure," which is a much simpler and easier audit process with the state.

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​Jailer Report: Jailer Hank Vincent reported 20 county inmates housed at Hart County Jail with two on home incarceration.

Mammoth Cave Superintendent Barclay Trimble spoke to the court regarding park updates. He said the park had experienced 57k kids in various programs and camps so far this year. He also said local river use continues to increase since the Lock and Dam 6 removal, and that new rock had been placed at Houchens Ferry boat ramp. He also discussed how Nolin River is now accessible to paddle crafts, but that some problems remain for motor boats. He added that Green River Ferry is shutting down on Monday and will remain closed for approximately 5 months. An entire new ferry will be installed, which will be able to carry more weight (12 tons) and will feature better ramp extensions to help in low water conditions.

Material road bids: Park City Stone, Martin Marietta (formerly Rinker), and Scotty’s Contracting and Stone submitted sealed bids for stone and asphalt mix.  Judge Cannon recommended all bids on stone be accepted, according to the location of current ongoing work. A motion was made and passed, and the asphalt bid from Scotty’s was the only one submitted,  so another motion was made to accept that bid, which passed. 

The court also:
  • approved to accept Compass Minerals, Salt Auction bid at $95.25 per ton for 200 tons of road salt
  • approved road department a $150 allowance for work boots, per employee, per year

​The next fiscal court meeting is scheduled for Monday June 24, 2019 at 9am.
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Fiscal Court Votes To Increase Fire Dues

6/10/2019

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Darren Doyle, story:
For the first time in nearly three decades, fire dues are increasing for Edmonson County residents. The 20% increase from the $25 fee that has remained the same for nearly 25 years, according to local departments, passed in a unanimous vote at today's Edmonson County Fiscal Court meeting. Fire dues will increase $5 to $30 per property tax bill when the 2019 bills go out this November.

The discussion first arose during the May 28, 2019 fiscal court meeting when several local fire chiefs attended court in support of the increase. Some of the chiefs shared their respective department's specific needs and why the increase in dues was necessary. 

At the previous fiscal court meeting, Judge Wil Cannon told the court that County Attorney Greg Vincent (who was unable to attend the May 28th meeting due to district court scheduling conflicts) requested each county fire department: Lincoln, Kyrock, Bear Creek, Brownsville, Chalybeate, Rocky Hill, and Chalybeate submit bank statements, a financial statement, and other records that could show each respective department's state of financial affairs; however, County Attorney Vincent told the Edmonson Voice today that Judge Cannon misunderstood. Vincent said he only advised the fiscal court to request the information from the fire departments, but since that the county attorney had no vote in the matter, he had no reason to request it.

During the last meeting, Treasurer Tammi Willhite said not all departments had submitted the requested information so no vote was held; however, she presented the following documentation to magistrates and Judge Cannon, which were copies of each department's current financials and plans for the additional revenue the dues increase would bring.

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Current financial info for each county fire dept, provided by Judge Executive's Office.
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Current future plans for each county fire dept's increased revenue, provided by Judge Executive's Office.
One resident asked Judge Cannon why the increase was needed if the expenses shown on the documentation were lower than the revenue received from each department. Cannon explained so each department could make much needed upgrades to their trucks, equipment, and other gear.

During the vote, Magistrate Corey Vanmeter said "I had a three old that was choking one time. When you need the fire department to come, whether it's $30 or $30,000, you'll pay it," as he voted 'yes.' All magistrates voted the same.

“I know a lot of people may be upset but they need the funding," said Judge Executive Wil Cannon. "Fiscal court says ‘thank you’ and they work really work hard at this. We hope that the additional income is spent wisely and it brings you the help you need,” he said to the fire department representatives that were in attendance.
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Dr. James McCaslin Named Provost At SKYCTC

6/6/2019

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Dr. James B. McCaslin (photo SKYCTC)
Darren Doyle, story:
The newest Provost of Southcentral Kentucky Community and Technical College (SKYCTC) has strong Edmonson County ties. President Dr. Phil Neal recently announced the appointment of Dr. James B. McCaslin as the college’s next Provost, and will succeed Dr. Maggie Schmidt Shelton, who is leaving the position effective June 30th.

“Dr. McCaslin is a proven leader with extensive knowledge and experience in post-secondary education,” said SKYCTC President Dr. Phil Neal. “I look forward to seeing how he further improves student success through his role as Provost at Southcentral Kentucky Community and Technical College.”

"It has been my honor to work with the faculty and staff of SKYCTC for the past eight years as we have provided accessible and affordable education and training to all of the communities in the ten counties served by SKYCTC. I am humbled by the faith and confidence that Dr. Neal, the faculty, and the staff of SKYCTC have placed in me, and will continue to dedicate myself to our tradition of academic excellence,” said McCaslin.

“I am especially proud to be able to work at a college that serves my friends and family in Edmonson County,” he added. 

McCaslin was instrumental in the implementation of the SKYCTC Dual Credit offerings at Edmonson County High School and at SKYCTC’s Transpark Center, where ECHS students get an early start on their college studies. 

McCaslin’s wife, Dr. Sara Beth (Basham) McCaslin, a faculty member of WKU,  was raised in Chalybeate. They are both members of Chalybeate United Baptist Church. 

With 20 years of experience in post-secondary education, McCaslin currently serves as the SKYCTC Vice President of Outreach and Community Development, providing senior leadership to the college’s Franklin-Simpson Center, Workforce Solutions, Dual Credit, SKY FAME, and Skills U (Adult Education) programming. Before joining SKYCTC, McCaslin was the Assistant Director of Western Kentucky University’s campus in Glasgow. 
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Edmonson County 2019 SKYCTC Graduates

6/6/2019

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Southcentral Kentucky Community and Technical College (SKYCTC) honored over 800 candidates receiving 1,354 credentials (certificates, diplomas, and degrees) at the College’s Commencement Ceremonies on Friday, May 10, 2019. The ceremonies were held at the Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center (SKyPAC).

"We honor each of our graduates for the hard work they put forth to achieve their career goals. We also pay tribute to the family and friends for their great support of the graduates, as well as to the SKYCTC faculty and staff for their commitment to student success," states SKYCTC President Dr. Phillip Neal.

The following Edmonson County students are 2019  SKYCTC graduates:

​Bailey Board*, Alyssa Breann Brooks, Stephen Bullock**, Bailey Hunter Burba**, Lauren Elizabeth Carey, Richie Austin Carter, Jennifer Marie Daugherty*, Madeline Brooke Davis, Kimberly Duvall**, Ariel Hodge, Kelsey Nicole Janes. Tiffany Morgan Key, Cassandra Larson, Michael David Leath, Hannah Lindsey, Avery Nadine Lindsey, Danielle Marie Lindsey, Madysen Shea Massey**, Ashley McFelia**, Rebecca Lynn Oller*. Jaimee Brookee Payton, Austin Shane Pierce, Haley N. Skaggs, Peyton Christopher Talley*, Benjamin Steven Thomas, Brenna Wilson, McKenna Marie Wood**, Lacey Elizabeth Young

* with distinction
** with high distinction
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Sheriff's Office Warns Of Local "Civil Summons" Scam

6/6/2019

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Edmonson Voice Staff Report:
Another scam is making it's way around Edmonson County that the local Sheriff's Office is calling a Civil Summons Scam.

In a press release from the Sheriff's Office, officials say they've received several calls over the last two days from residents in the county who say they've received phone calls from an unknown individual asking them to verify the last four digits of their social security number and their birth date. The individual then informs the resident that they have their address and will be at that location to serve a Civil Summons on behalf of local officials and Edmonson County Court.
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"While Plaintiffs can hire an individual to serve civil papers; it is not common practice that information pertaining to social security numbers and birth dates would be verified over the phone," said the press release.

According to the Sheriff, a Civil Summons is filed with the Edmonson County Circuit Court Clerk’s office and then the Edmonson County Sheriff’s Office is entrusted with serving that summons-- if the address listed on the summons is in Edmonson County.

"It is the department’s typical process to mail a letter to the defendant, making them aware that legal action has been filed against them in the form of a civil summons and we then ask that they contact the department to arrange for a time to be served, either here at the office or at their residence," said the release.

Officials added that the letter will be signed by the Sheriff's Office Records & Warrant Clerk, Melissa Newkirk.

"In the event the Sheriff’s Department does attempt to serve a Civil Summons at a residence, our Sheriff, as well as our Deputies, will be wearing department issued attire that clearly distinguishes them as an officer with the Edmonson County Sheriff’s Office."

Sheriff Shane Doyle had this official statement: "With so many phone scams circulating, it is never a good idea to answer any questions over the phone if they pertain to verifying such personal information as your social security number, birth date, or even address. Even if the questions are asked in a yes or no format, we don’t recommend answering, because there is such a risk of the call being a scam."
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Phone scams can be reported to the Attorney General’s Office at 502-696-5300.
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Local Students Make WKU Dean's, President's List:

6/4/2019

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The following Western Kentucky University students were named to the honors lists for the spring 2019 semester. Full-time undergraduate students with a semester grade-point average of 3.4 to 3.79 are named to the Dean’s List. Students with a GPA of 3.8 to 4.0 are named to the President’s List. Their names are marked with an asterisk (*). 

Each name is listed by the zip code of the student's respective address.
42207 Cierra P. Woodcock*
42210 
Keaton A. Thompson
42210 Leslie E. Webb*
42210 Taylor L. Logsdon
42210 Kelsea L. Martin*
42210 Jhonna L. Basil*
42210 Dylan M. Skaggs
42210 Lauren S. Booth*
42210 Amber L. Hagan*
42210 Jamie K. Salings
42285 Kelsey H. Highbaugh*
42285 Quinton T. Dorris

42101 Nathaniel C. Adams
42101 Ayuob Abdallah Mohammed A. Al Aufi
42101 Almamoon Mohamed Sulaiman Al Fahdi
42101 Mohammed A. Al Madhani
42101 Ahmed S. Al Oraimi
42101 Adham S. Al Senaidi*
42101 Badr Alahmadi*
42101 Fahad O. Alanazi*
42101 Alhanoof H. Albatti
42101 Mithar A. Albusaidi*
42101 Grace E. Alexieff
42101 Turki S. Al-Ghaithi*
42101 Mohammed R. Alghamlasi*
42101 Asma Alhakeem
42101 Mohammed Alhamami
42101 Anfal S. Al-Hosni
42101 Sajjad H. Ali
42101 Essa A. Alkhuder
42101 Nasser M. Almargan
42101 Bayan I. Almarhoon*
42101 Ammar H. Almuayrifi
42101 Ahmed A. Almustafa*
42101 Yousef Almutairi
42101 Abdullah S. Alolayan*
42101 Ahmed O. Alothman*
42101 Basil S. Alruwaili*
42101 Bassam Alruwaili
42101 Nassiba J. Alruwayeh
42101 Aqilah H. Alsadiq*
42101 Omniyah A. Alsaeed
42101 Esraa H. Alshallati
42101 Jacob R. Alsobrook*
42101 Madalynn P. Alt
42101 Sultan F. Alutaibi*
42101 Abdulaziz O. Alwuthaynani*
42101 Carmen A. Ampuero Gonzales*
42101 Rachel J. Atkinson
42101 Hunter C. Austin
42101 Senid Avdic*
42101 Mason J. Babcock
42101 Mallory A. Baker
42101 Hannah M. Banks*
42101 Kiana J. Barrett
42101 Eric W. Barry
​42101 Ryan P. Batts
42101 Maliyah T. Beckwith
42101 Nedim Begic
42101 Stephanie N. Berec
42101 Laura Bernardos Pescador
42101 George M. Best
42101 Brittney A. Biggs
42101 Kirsten E. Black*
42101 Kaley M. Bloyd
42101 Katherine N. Bostick
42101 Makayle J. Botts*
42101 Adriana M. Bradshaw*
42101 Zachary D. Brandt*
42101 Jessy Brennan
42101 Nicholas E. Brewer
42101 Emma I. Briggs*
42101 Gabriella L. Broekema
42101 Lauren S. Brown*
42101 Deena L. Browning*
42101 Jacob W. Bruce*
42101 Mohammed S. Bu Abdal
42101 Colby A. Buelow
42101 My Nguyen Yen Bui
42101 Hannah L. Bushon*
42101 Demetrius E. Cain
42101 Elizabeth E. Cain*
42101 Jo L. Cannady*
42101 Jonathan B. Carpenter
42101 Andres Casanovas
42101 Isabel R. Chumbler
42101 Cole B. Clark
42101 Megan L. Clarke*
42101 Matthew Clouse
42101 Payton N. Cloyd
42101 Trey L. Cohron
42101 Keela A. Collier*
42101 Ciera F. Comer
42101 Hannah K. Congleton
42101 Anne C. Cook
42101 Caitlin S. Cook*
42101 Morgan R. Cornell*
42101 Sarah E. Cotney*
42101 Ellisa R. Covington
42101 Elizabeth M. Crider*
42101 Jeffrey D. Crosley
42101 Hannah B. Cross*
42101 Jordan M. Cummings*
42101 Kobe L. Cummings*
42101 Amy N. Cunningham*
42101 Hayden C. Curneal
42101 Kyle M. Curran
42101 Lincoln P. Curry*
42101 Lu Dai*
42101 Khaliun Damdin
42101 Austin S. Deering*
42101 Mya E. Dehay*
42101 Joshua D. Denman
42101 Megan L. DeVore*
42101 Kyle S. Dewyer
42101 Megan E. Dillingham*
42101 Whitney L. Disney*
42101 Anna Dong
42101 Ashley R. Donnell
42101 John A. Downing
42101 Lee A. Duncan*
42101 Shawntay M. Eaton
42101 Kylee O. Eilers*
42101 Jazmine M. Elliott
42101 Amanda B. Ellis*
42101 Chelsea M. Elmore*
42101 Madison A. Embry
42101 Tochukwu Ifeanyi Emecheta*
42101 Matilda O. Erewa
42101 German J. Escobar
42101 Cameron C. Esters*
42101 Francisco D. Flores
42101 Ethan T. Flynn
42101 Sarah R. Foltz*
42101 Dusty L. Ford*
42101 Mary-Peyton R. Fowler
42101 Lauren C. Fridy
42101 Lawson J. Funke
42101 Sara E. Furgal
42101 Annika D. Gabbard*
42101 Tahir Gagulic
42101 Harrison B. Garden
42101 Madison E. Gilpin
42101 Kerby E. Gilstrap*
42101 Emily M. Gipson
42101 Edgar O. Gonzalez​
42101 Hannah L. Good
42101 Joshua A. Goodpastor
42101 Eldar Gorak
42101 Isabel I. Gott
42101 Makayla E. Grace
42101 Anthony M. Graham*
42101 Hannah R. Graham
42101 Megan E. Graham*
42101 August M. Gravatte
42101 James E. Graves*
42101 Ciara A. Graxirena*
42101 Robert A. Green
42101 Armen S. Grigoryan
42101 Jared C. Grimes*
42101 Macie J. Groce
42101 Abdulaziz M. Hakami
42101 Benjamin J. Hall
42101 Megan E. Hall*
42101 Peter J. Harlan
42101 Dana B. Harris*
42101 Shelby R. Hathaway
42101 Kristen R. Hayes
42101 Marcell A. Haynes
42101 Evan W. Heichelbech*
42101 Samuel L. Hemmerich*
42101 Colton B. Hendrick
42101 Andrea L. Hibbitt
42101 Hajrija Hibic*
42101 Devin A. Higdon
42101 Samuel K. Higginbotham
42101 Alexandra L. Hoffman
42101 Seth B. Hoffman*
42101 Trevor J. Hoffman
42101 Benjamin T. Hopper
42101 Shatana N. Hopper-Starks
42101 Erin E. Houchins*
42101 Ben J. Howard
42101 James William T. Hudson
42101 Mackenzie L. Humphress
42101 Daniel I. Hurd*
42101 Rebecca A. Hurley*
42101 Cora E. Hurt*
42101 Taelor D. Insco
42101 Colleen S. Jackson
42101 Megan N. Jaggers*
​42101 Abdulaziz a. Jarrah
42101 Elma Jasarevic
42101 Victor C. Jasper*
42101 Menghao Jia
42101 Veronica C. Johnson*
42101 Austin A. Judd
42101 Sofia Kamali
42101 Thomas W. Kandler*
42101 Mardan N. Khashimov*
42101 Shelby N. King*
42101 Tabitha L. King
42101 Keturah Kirby
42101 Amanda J. Kirton*
42101 Seth E. Klaine*
42101 David B. Knighton*
42101 Yunxin Kuang
42101 David E. Lancaster*
42101 Shannon L. Leach*
42101 Monica D. Ledbetter
42101 Christina N. Lester*
42101 Peijiang Li*
42101 Gabriela S. Lopez
42101 Cloie E. Lowe
42101 Alisha Magill
42101 Marwa Mahmud
42101 Cynthia M. Manning*
42101 Karnell-Patricia K. Marlow
42101 Morgan B. Mason*
42101 Caleb T. Mattingly
42101 Nathan W. Mayes
42101 Conner A. McCourt
42101 Rashaad A. McCrayer
42101 Tiera J. McDermott
42101 Caelan M. McDonald
42101 Joneka D. McDowell
42101 Rebecca McIntosh*
42101 Madison D. McKee*
42101 Heather N. McKinney*
42101 Katelyn B. McKinney*
42101 Oo Meh
42101 Emra Mehmedovic*
42101 Dylan R. Miller*
42101 Morgan B. Miller
42101 Mackenzie L. Miller-Reeves*
42101 John M. Mills*
42101 Gyuri Min*
42101 William A. Montelli
42101 Hasum N. Morfin-Gandara*
42101 Kaleb J. Morgan*
42101 Felizardo Hermenegildo DO Nascimento
42101 Frederic N. Ndayirukiye
42101 Emilee K. Nealy
42101 Xuan T. Ngo*
42101 Phuoc Minh Uyen Nguyen
42101 Thi Ngoc Yen Nguyen
42101 Katlyn A. Norton
42101 Myesha A. Nott
42101 Boluwatife Obisesan*
42101 Christian A. O'Connor
42101 Zaw Oo*
42101 Ahmed A. Othman
42101 Sadin Palavra*
42101 Breanna G. Parson
42101 Jay S. Patel
42101 Dustin Patrick*
42101 Cameron A. Pellegrino*
42101 Leon A. Pendley
42101 Preston D. Perkins
42101 Benjamin D. Phillips
42101 Shane Poe*
42101 Amanda J. Poole*
42101 Noah G. Powers*
42101 Zachary F. Preston*
42101 Donald L. Price*
42101 Kaylyn M. Price*
42101 Ashley N. Pruett*
42101 Taylor B. Quigley
42101 Mary E. Rafferty
42101 Emma K. Rice
42101 Cameron T. Richards*
42101 Deven M. Richardson*
​42101 Hunter C. Ricketts

42101 Sarah A. Riley*
42101 Terra M. Ross*
42101 Noah T. Rudloff
42101 Azer N. Sabanovic
42101 Seth D. Sales
42101 David W. Sams
42101 Andrew J. Sanford
42101 Jeremy R. Schott
42101 Sarah M. Schulte*
42101 Kylie A. Selvidge
42101 Endrit N. Shabani
42101 Molly E. Shaddix*
42101 Mhari L. Shaw
42101 Angela L. Shehan*
42101 Admir Sibalo
42101 Anna K. Siewers*
42101 Maria C. Siewers*
42101 Almedin Sivro*
​42101 Morgan E. Skaggs*

42101 Cameron J. Slaughter*
42101 Lauren L. Smarko
42101 Elijah B. Smith
42101 Kendall B. Smith
​42101 Shelby D. Smith*
42101 Celeste A. Somerville*
42101 Jumana M. Sonnari
42101 Emma K. Spainhoward
42101 Elijah J. Sparks
42101 Tucker M. Stantliff*
42101 Leresa M. Steenbergen
42101 Samantha L. Stewart*
42101 Bryanna M. Stoots*
42101 Anna R. Strunjas*
42101 Robert J. Stuart
42101 Lydia E. Suh
42101 Julie D. Sullivan*
42101 Jingxuan Sun*
42101 Darby L. Tassell
42101 Daniel E. Taulbee*
42101 Ayana A. Taylor
42101 Mary K. Taylor
​42101 Ilana R. Therrien

42101 Serge Thomaes
42101 Jayden P. Thomas*
42101 Kaitlyn B. Thomas
42101 Andrew R. Thornquist*
42101 Kantapop Tintukasiri
42101 Bao Minh Tran
42101 Jacklyn D. Travis*
42101 Shikira L. Tunstill
42101 Elma Turkovic*
42101 Madison E. Turley*
42101 Natalie R. Turner*
42101 Rachel E. Turner*
42101 Joseph M. Tutor
42101 Cara E. Twidwell
42101 Katharine J. Upchurch
42101 Kieren M. Ussery
42101 Bryce M. Utterback
42101 Gabriela G. Vargas Berroa*
42101 Lauren D. Varner*
42101 Samantha I. Vest*
42101 Vy T. Vo*
42101 Barry L. Washer
42101 Joe H. Webb
42101 Caitlin E. West
42101 Billy J. Whitaker
42101 Autumn D. Whittle
42101 Elijah D. Whittle
42101 Allison L. Wilkey
42101 Abigail T. Williams
42101 Kelli L. Williamson
42101 Candace L. Willingham*
42101 Rachel L. Wilson
42101 Kendall F. Wininger
42101 Adam D. Wink*
42101 Spencer C. Woods
42101 Baker T. Wright
42101 Miranda R. Young
42101 Robert D. Young
42101 Youssef H. Youssef*
42101 Nicholas A. Zaleski
42101 Donna N. Zelenika*
42102 Darwin S. Harris
42103 Ashton M. Adams
42103 Nouf Alamri
42103 Zahrah A. Alasiri*
42103 Ebtihal H. Aldarwish*
42103 Fatimah M. Alhamdin
42103 Khaled A. Aljaber*
42103 Lucas C. Allen*
42103 Katie B. Allison*
42103 Mohammad A. Alshatti
42103 Caitlyn N. Anderson
42103 Molly R. Anderson
42103 Manisha Arora*
42103 Ashton L. Ausbrooks
42103 Annika Avula*
42103 Leigh A. Ballard
42103 Marlee R. Barrett
42103 Hannah R. Basham*
42103 Blake E. Boggess
42103 Steffen W. Bolz
42103 Kylie P. Bray*
42103 Amelia P. Brett*
42103 Larry A. Brewer*
42103 Hannah A. Butler
42103 Joseph B. Carter*
42103 Anakin S. Cary*
42103 Megan L. Cary*
42103 Samuel A. Chumbley
42103 Michael J. Clardy*
42103 Ana A. Cobb*
42103 Maxwell R. Colburn
42103 Ty M. Colson*
42103 Alissa D. Cook
42103 Haley E. Cooper*
42103 Blair E. Correll
42103 Skyler D. Crabtree
42103 Elizabeth H. Cravens
42103 Allison L. Davis
42103 Malachi S. Drake
42103 Laura C. Duffy
42103 Mikaela R. Durkalski
42103 Olivia D. Duvall*
42103 Mackenzie A. Elkins*
42103 Lauren D. Elliott
42103 Ashley M. Evans
42103 Cydney M. Fones*
42103 Spencer C. Ford
42103 Halle E. Freeman*
42103 Morgan R. Gleckler
42103 Jackson S. Gooding
42103 Leah C. Goodwin*
42103 Timothy A. Goodwin
42103 Cheyenne A. Gore
42103 Christina R. Gorman
42103 Stephen R. Green*
42103 Brandon T. Hall*
42103 Alyssa L. Hammonds*
42103 Andrew J. Hardin
42103 Jeana M. Harper
42103 Haley N. Hawkins
42103 Sydney B. Hawthorne*
42103 Kelley A. Holland
42103 Alexander C. Hollifield
42103 Isaac G. Howard
42103 Trevor J. Hughes*
42103 Ellie E. Humphrey
42103 Dakota C. Hunt
42103 Izzy H. Hunt*
42103 Meredith D. Jordan
42103 David B. Judd
42103 Olivia R. Kenney*
42103 Stuart F. Kernohan*
42103 Evan T. Kessler*
42103 Kiran Khapung
42103 Albert M. Kilgore*
42103 Caleb A. Kirchner
42103 Kelsey M. Lake
42103 Alexandra R. Lawalin
42103 William B. Lawson*
42103 Samuel R. Lee
42103 Erin H. Leeper
42103 Katherine E. Lilly
42103 Haley G. Lord
42103 Elaine M. Losekamp*
42103 Amber E. Madison*
42103 Kyle D. Martens
42103 Leah A. Martens*
42103 Remington L. Mays
42103 Danica M. McAdams
42103 Austin R. McClain
42103 Madeline M. McClure*
42103 Courtney P. McDonald*
42103 Elaina N. McGee
42103 Rylee M. Mckee*
42103 T'Lisha J. Miller
42103 Abigail M. Milliken*
42103 Autumn L. Minor*
42103 Taylor S. Morgan
42103 Katherine M. Morrison*
42103 Maunil Mullick
42103 Mary M. Murphy*
42103 Allyson P. Murrey
42103 Sophia D. Nasato
42103 Madison A. Nemec*
42103 John T. Newman*
42103 Anna Nguyen
42103 Landon M. Owens*
42103 Jia Pei
42103 Allie R. Perkins
42103 Valentina P. Pinilla*
42103 Janeanne C. Porter*
42103 Matthew R. Propst*
42103 Danielle S. Prosser*
42103 Travis W. Raymer
42103 Rithik G. Reddy*
42103 Austin P. Reiser*
42103 Anna G. Roberts*
42103 Carolyn R. Rodriguez
42103 David T. Roehm*
42103 Melissa J. Rush
42103 Manzar Rzayeva*
42103 Nicholas H. Samardzia
42103 Ryan T. Schallert*
42103 Jessica R. Schlabach*
42103 Kenneth L. Schlabach*
42103 Alex R. Schneller
42103 Austin Z. Schneller*
42103 Julie A. Scott
42103 Aashka N. Sheth
42103 Christopher M. Simpson
42103 Alexander E. Smith
42103 Bailee M. Sowell*
42103 Mackenzie P. Spear
42103 Lydia G. Speer*
42103 Avari J. Stamps
42103 Chandler N. Stephanski*
42103 Dylan J. Taylor*
42103 Erin A. Taylor
42103 Madison R. Thomas
42103 Taya L. Tobin
42103 Cassie A. Vaughn*
42103 William A. Walker
42103 Elizabeth B. Walton
42103 Addie K. Watt
42103 Seth Weisman*
42103 Zoe E. Whitson
42103 Taliaferro C. Wiatt
42103 Natasha L. Widener-Bailey
42103 Audrey A. Wiles*
42103 Jessie K. Wilson*
42103 Madeleine L. Wilson
42103 Samantha N. Wilson
42103 Baylor A. Winger*
42103 Megan H. Withers*
42103 Jacelyn B. Wolgast*
42103 Daniel Yan*
42103 David Yan*
42103 Avery K. York
42103 Austin A. Young*
42103 Ellie M. Young*
42103 Jacob S. Young*
42104 Katelyn E. Abel*
42104 Justus S. Adams*
42104 Paula A. Adams*
42104 Lauren B. Adkins
42104 Abdullah N. Al Araimi
42104 Fadhah S. Al Shawakar
42104 Sura M. Alaa
42104 Nasser M. Alaqail*
42104 Jaber A. Aldarawish
42104 Celia E. Allen
42104 James K. Allen
42104 Makenzie L. Allen
42104 Abigail C. Allerkamp
42104 Sultan D. Alnghaimshi
42104 Ashton N. Ammerman
42104 Sarah E. Armstrong*
42104 Zackary M. Austin*
42104 Kathryn E. Babbage*
42104 Eddie Bahic
42104 Alyssa N. Bailey
42104 Gagandeep Banga*
42104 Jamie L. Barbalas*
42104 Koji O. Barnaby*
42104 Dustin M. Barnett*
42104 Payton E. Basham*
42104 Eve N. Baughman*
42104 Ramiz Becic
42104 Max R. Benningfield*
42104 Lauren G. Biggs*
42104 Aaron E. Bilbrey*
42104 Ryan A. Bilbrey
42104 Andrew C. Blair*
42104 John R. Blair
42104 Cassidy K. Boldak
42104 Terri L. Bowen
42104 Christian C. Brandon
42104 Morgan E. Bridges*
42104 Ainsley B. Brown
42104 John B. Brown*
42104 Mackenzie G. Brown
42104 Dakota J. Bruce
42104 Logan C. Bryan
42104 Stafonia L. Bryant*
42104 Victoria P. Bucklew*
42104 My I. Bui
42104 Nhi H. Bui*
42104 Noah R. Burns*
42104 Lily R. Burris*
42104 Jocelyn N. Buster*
42104 Sarah O. Butler
42104 Joanna M. Carey*
42104 Kylie E. Carlson
42104 Emily H. Cash
42104 Hannah L. Chalfant*
42104 Annie S. Chapman*
42104 Ari M. Cherry*
42104 Lauren N. Cherry*
42104 Anna M. Chumley*
42104 Adam M. Clark
42104 Colby T. Clark*
42104 Kirbey P. Clark
42104 MaKenzie M. Clark*
42104 Riley N. Cochran
42104 Aaron B. Coin
42104 Catherine E. Colovos
42104 Anais J. Compton*
42104 Jacob S. Cooley*
42104 Jarred M. Corona*
42104 Emily G. Cox
42104 Jacob D. Crabtree
42104 Rachel L. Cranor
42104 Robert C. Crawford
42104 Taylor L. Creek*
42104 Kristina Cvijanovic*
42104 Nikola N. Cvijanovic
42104 Olivia R. Davis
42104 Summer R. Davis*
42104 Taylor D. Depp*
42104 Francesca M. Dettorre*
42104 Ana S. Diaz Buezo*
42104 Christine N. Dimeo*
42104 Kelsey E. Dinning*
42104 Rachel E. Dodd
42104 Morgan E. Douglas
​​​42104 Colby C. Downing*
42104 Claire E. Duckworth*
42104 Andrew C. Dyer*
42104 Ashlea E. Ellsbury*
42104 Carolina D. Escobar*
​42104 Joshua P. Everson

42104 Sarah E. Everson
42104 Thomas R. Everson*
42104 Alexandria N. Faulkenberg
42104 Sarah E. Ferguson*
42104 William H. Ferriell
42104 Lutfiya Z. Feyzul
42104 Chandler A. Flynt*
42104 Samantha K. Ford*
42104 Blake K. Forshee
42104 Taylor E. Frint
42104 Olivia Gaddis
42104 Kathrine A. Gaiko
42104 Michael T. Gentry*
42104 Alan J. Getz
42104 Shawn M. Godby
42104 Dylan L. Gregory
42104 Erin N. Gregory*
42104 Hannah M. Gribbins*
42104 Joshua M. Gwyn*
42104 Caroline A. Haas*
42104 Cole X. Haller
42104 Eleonora Hasani*
42104 Adela Hasic*
42104 Christopher M. Haughtigan
42104 Yu He
42104 Connor M. Hehn
42104 Noah C. Hickman
42104 Meredith C. Hightower*
42104 Braxton D. Hill
42104 Madison E. Holloway*
42104 William H. Hornsby*
42104 Christopher N. Houchins
42104 Kaela J. Howard
42104 William N. Hughes
​42104 Lauren M. Hull
42104 Aubrey J. Hulsey
42104 Alex N. Huntsman*
42104 Abbas I. Hussain
42104 Anthony U. Itzol
42104 Allison L. Jackson
42104 Lauren J. Johnson
42104 Megan L. Johnson*
42104 Taylor M. Johnson*
42104 Erin L. Jones
42104 Jacob S. Jones
42104 Bailey J. Jordan*
42104 Jillian M. Kenney
42104 Awad S. Khurayshi*
42104 Austin K. Kirby*
42104 Gerald L. Koski*
42104 Hannah N. Larin
42104 Eliza H. Laves*
42104 Jessica M. Lenoir*
42104 Taylor J. Lewis
42104 Longji Li
42104 Clayton D. Lilla
42104 Javier A. Lopezmonteagudo
42104 Kyler A. Mace
42104 Miranda P. Marcum*
42104 Tonnie A. Marin*
42104 Daniel T. Martin
42104 Keelie L. Martin*
42104 Alexandria R. McDaniel
42104 Cannon W. McDaniel
42104 Dawson G. McDaniel
42104 Sarah E. Mcdaniel*
42104 Makenzie B. McDonald
42104 Joseph L. McIntyre*
42104 Andrew T. McLaughlin*
42104 Courtney K. Mclaughlin
42104 Kennedi T. McMurtry*
42104 Samuel J. Meany*
42104 Lauren S. Meherg
42104 Melissa A. Menetrey*
42104 Austin H. Meredith*
42104 Sarah E. Meyers
42104 Ava S. Miller
42104 Nicole D. Miller*
42104 Cathryn G. Montgomery*
42104 Mia M. Morris*
42104 Benjamin A. Morrison
42104 Hailey N. Morrison
42104 Kyle R. Morrison*
42104 Michael T. Morton
42104 Makayla E. Mosier*
42104 Elizabeth E. Mouser*
42104 Haley C. Mueller*
42104 Olivia J. Murphy*
42104 Haleigh E. Natcher*
42104 Fuad F. Nazlawi*
42104 Summer B. Nevins*
42104 Alicyn K. Newman*
42104 Lisanne Nguyen
42104 Michael Nguyen*
42104 Ngoc T. Nguyen*
42104 Frankie Ni*
42104 David N. Nole
42104 Emily M. Nole*
42104 Aliza D. Norman*
42104 Lejla Nuhanovic*
42104 Shelby E. Nunn
42104 Tyler K. Obee
42104 Malcolm A. Offutt*
42104 Savana J. Ortiz*
42104 Sabel E. Overlin*
42104 Virginia M. Page
42104 Rachana H. Parekh
42104 Alecia G. Parrott
42104 Daman S. Patel*
42104 Dev S. Patel*
42104 Dhruv G. Patel
42104 Meet A. Patel*
42104 Roshni K. Patel*
42104 Alec R. Paugh
42104 Rachel L. Paugh*
42104 Brandon K. Peters
42104 Mackenzie L. Pettus*
42104 Savannah A. Pierce
42104 Kaylee A. Pinnegar*
42104 Destiny A. Pippin*
42104 Zahid N. Piric
42104 William H. Pope
42104 William L. Poteet
42104 Sarah M. Price
42104 Heather E. Putman*
42104 Abigail L. Raley*
42104 Nina Ramljak
42104 Jeffrey E. Ranger
42104 Chase D. Rawls*
42104 Morgan P. Reagle
42104 Kenia E. Recinos*
42104 Marlie J. Reneau*
42104 Ashlyn N. Rice*
42104 Alexis E. Richey
42104 Elizabeth L. Roberts
42104 Erik D. Roepke*
42104 Heather M. Rossi*
42104 Hope M. Rowlett*
42104 Hope M. Roysdon*
42104 Meliha Salcinovic*
42104 Brandon Sanders
42104 Samantha A. Schroeder
42104 Zachary T. Schwarzkopf*
42104 Jared C. Searcy*
42104 Kaylee N. Searcy*
42104 Angel A. Semrick*
42104 JulieAnne V. Sheldon
42104 Summer R. Shepherd*
42104 Jacob B. Simmons
42104 Lane C. Simpson
42104 Mallory L. Simpson
42104 Ragan P. Slone
42104 Nicholas C. Smith*
42104 Harrison K. Spires*
42104 Alexander K. Stackhouse
42104 Jarod L. Stackpole*
42104 Macy A. Steele*
42104 Logan M. Steff
42104 Cierra S. Steiner
42104 Joshua B. Stinson
42104 Grant K. Tade
42104 Aubrey M. Talavera
42104 Jaise D. Talley
42104 Ariel A. Taylor*
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42104 Quang D. Taylor
42104 Megan R. Thacker
42104 Taksin Thaweechok
42104 Alesis M. Thomas
2104 Hayden J. Thomas*
42104 Tabitha N. Thomas
42104 Steven M. Thomason
42104 Spencer W. Toms
42104 Leon Trinh*
42104 Leonardo Trinh*
42104 Demi M. Troutman*
42104 Samuel P. Tuggle*
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42104 Madeline M. Vargas
42104 Nina C. Vespa*
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42104 Keely M. Vincent
42104 Darrell W. Walters
42104 Nicole E. Walters*
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42104 Kaylee M. Willgruber*
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42104 Madeline N. Wilson*
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42122 Owen B. Mefford*
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42122 Emmalee S. Tomlin
42122 Michael A. Upton*
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42159 Diana N. Gibbs
42159 Grant T. Helm*
42159 Maria T. Hendrick
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42170 Sarah M. Wolf*
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42171 Olivia C. Allen
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42171 Tiffany C. Ballard
42171 Madison B. Bell*
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42171 Miranda L. Bonifay*
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42171 Taylor M. Cayton*
42171 Zachary T. Chavez
42171 Cameron P. Decker
42171 Adaline L. Estay*
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42171 Hunter J. Houchins*
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42171 Courtney W. Keown
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42171 Kailey G. Minor
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Sheriff's Office Presents Medal To Logan Powell After Reading About Recent Heroics

6/3/2019

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Sheriff Shane Doyle presents a "Superhero" medal to 7-year old Logan Powell.
Darren Doyle, story and photos:
Local 7-year old hero Logan Powell was honored this evening at the Edmonson County Courthouse as Sheriff Shane Doyle held a special ceremony on his behalf. The Sheriff said he read about Logan's heroic deeds last week on the Edmonson Voice and felt like Logan needed to be recognized by his office.

Logan was recently with his grandfather, Leroy Childress in a field off of Old Kyrock Road when Mr. Childress had a medical emergency, fell, and couldn't get up. Quick thinking and the precise following of instructions allowed Logan to get his grandfather's cell phone, find cell signal, and call for help.

"When I'm trying to find a deputy, that's the kind of person I'm looking for," said Sheriff Doyle. "Who knows, son," he said to Logan. "Maybe one day, if you want to be a police officer, maybe we'll have a spot for you here on our department."

The Sheriff then asked Logan to come forward as he then presented him with a framed certificate and a medal that was engraved "SUPERHERO" on one side and on the other, "Logan Powell, Lifesaving Award Presented By Edmonson County Sheriff."
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Logan shares part of his story with those in attendance.
Sheriff Doyle then asked Logan to describe what happened on that day.

"He fell down in the cornfield and couldn't get up," said the bright-eyed boy. "I finally found him 'cause I was walking around the cornfield... He told me to 'come here, bend down on your knee and try to help me up' but he didn't try and he said 'I don't want to try because I'm afraid I'll hurt you.' He got up but he was shaking and he fell back down."

Logan said his grandfather told him to get his phone but it had no signal. That's when Logan's parents said he moved around to get enough signal to call Logan's grandmother, Leivia Childress. 

Mrs. Childress said the signal was still bad, but she was getting a word here and there, which was enough to find them in the field. 

"He'll always be our hero," said Mrs. Childress, and the Sheriff agreed.

​Logan was all smiles as he sat with his family, sporting the new medal around his neck.  

"I'm everybody's hero, even though I drive people crazy," Logan said as everyone shared a laugh.
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Local Trooper Daniel Priddy Named KSP Trooper of the Year

6/3/2019

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Butler County Detective Named KSP Detective of the Year
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Local Trooper Daniel Priddy (right) "Trooper of the Year" and Detective Josh Amos, "Detective of the Year."
Darren Doyle, story: KSP, photo:
​Gov. Matt Bevin joined Justice Secretary John Tilley and Kentucky State Police Commissioner Rick Sanders in recognizing 58 KSP troopers and officers for acts of bravery, life-saving, professionalism and dedication to duty at a ceremony held in Lexington on May 30th, where local Trooper Daniel Priddy was honored with "Trooper of the Year."
 
Senior Trooper Priddy earned the distinction as being named the statewide “Trooper of the Year” throughout all 16 KSP post districts, for his contributions and dedication to the agency. 

Also honored in the ceremony was Detective Josh Amos who was named “Detective of the Year” for Kentucky State Police, Post 3 Bowling Green.
 
Kentucky State Police Major John Clark and Post 3 Captain Tim Adams say they are proud of the commitment and efforts of these two, and they are certainly worthy of their titles.  When referring to Trooper Priddy’s statewide distinction,  Major Clark was quoted as saying, “Trooper Priddy is a shining example of devoted service.  Tracing all the way back to the beginning, with his efforts as a dispatcher, stemming throughout his career, to where he is now with being an accident reconstructionist.  I don’t recall a trooper at Post 3 ever being named as statewide Trooper of the Year.  It is quite an accomplishment.”
 
Trooper Priddy, an Edmonson County native, is a 15 year veteran with the Kentucky State Police and has served in his current assignment for 5 years.  He is a graduate of Edmonson County High School and attended Western Kentucky University.  Trooper Priddy served as a Kentucky State Police Telecommunicator from 2004-2014 until entering the KSP academy.  He is the son of Rondal and Theresa Priddy of Brownsville, KY.

​"I’m honored to even be nominated for the award," said Trooper Priddy to the Edmonson Voice. "I definitely didn’t expect it but you don’t get into law enforcement for awards. You do this job because you want to help people and make a difference. That’s the greatest reward I could ask for. So to be recognized for my efforts in trying to be a help to my community is a tremendous honor." 
 
Detective Amos, a Butler County native, is a 7 year veteran with the Kentucky State Police and has served in his current assignment as Detective for 3 years.  Detective Amos is a graduate of Butler County High School.   Detective Amos has served roles in Law Enforcement with other local agencies, and has been assigned to Post 3 as a road Trooper from July 2012 to May 2016 prior to his assignment as Detective. 

Trooper Priddy discussed what it was like being able to work in his hometown and around Edmonson County.

"Edmonson County is a great place to live," he said.  "It’s one of the reasons I became a Trooper. I can remember as a kid seeing the Troopers that I knew in the area teaching DARE, being around the schools, or driving up the road in their cruisers and it made me want to go into this line of work. I knew who these people were, what they stood for, and it made an impression. I’m just happy to be able to work locally and and do what I can for my community and surrounding areas."
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Arrests Made In Recovered Stolen Firearm During Response To Fight At Lake

6/3/2019

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Edmonson Voice Staff Report:
Two females have been arrested in connection with a stolen firearm, one being a teenage juvenile, after an incident at Nolin Lake over the weekend​, according to the Edmonson County Sheriff's Office.

The Edmonson County Sheriff's Office, Brownsville Police, and District 5 Constable responded to multiple 911 calls from the Nolin Lake State Park of a large fight on Sunday evening, June 2nd.  Law enforcement responded and located a a blue Nissan Altima that matched the description given by witnesses who reported that the car fled the scene with several girls inside who were involved in a large altercation. 

According to the Sheriff's Office, witnesses reported that one of the females involved had a handgun.  Authorities said the District 5 Constable located the car and held all subjects involved at gunpoint until more units could arrive.  The Sheriff's Office and Brownsville Police detained all occupants of the vehicle upon arrival while a search was made of the vehicle and surrounding area. 

Law enforcement located a handgun in a grassy area near the vehicle matching the description of the gun that witnesses saw.  A serial number check of the gun revealed that the weapon had been reported stolen out of Louisville. 

​The driver of the vehicle, Savannah L. Van Meter, was arrested on a Jefferson County warrant, and a juvenile female was also arrested for Receiving Stolen Property (handgun) and Possession of Marijuana.  Van Meter was lodged in the Hart County Jail, while the juvenile was lodged in the Warren County Juvenile Detention Center.
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Sheriff Encourages Keeping Conceal/Carry Permit Despite Upcoming KY Law

6/3/2019

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Darren Doyle, story and photo:
Kentucky Senate Bill 150, also known as "The Constitutional Carry Law," is set to go into effect on July 1, 2019. The bill passed through both the senate and house earlier this year and was signed into law by Governor Matt Bevin in March. The bill allows those who can legally own a firearm to carry a concealed firearm without a permit anywhere not already prohibited by law. Carrying firearms is prohibited in courthouses, airports, and other government buildings.

Sheriff Shane Doyle said that even though the law will not require a permit to conceal carry, he is still advocating for those who have a KY CCDW permit to keep them, and those who do not to get one if they plan to carry.

"I've always believed in our second amendment rights and that hasn't changed, but I also believe in the safe handling of firearms along with the proper education on how to use, carry, and when deadly force is appropriate under Kentucky law," he said.

Doyle said another key advantage to keeping or receiving a CCDW permit is that other states will recognize KY's permits if you travel across state lines. Not having a permit could get you in big trouble if you choose to conceal carry in another state without a permit.

Currently, a valid Kentucky permit is recognized in 37 other states. Click here for the complete list.

"Let's say you don't have a permit and you're a law-abiding citizen that's never been in any sort of trouble but you get stopped for whatever reason in Tennessee with a concealed weapon. You could be facing a $500 fine and 30 days in jail," he said. "With your valid KY permit, you could save yourself a lot of trouble."

Sheriff Doyle also said taking a CCDW class teaches you about KY's deadly force laws and specific examples of what could happen in a potential deadly force situation. Also taught is proper carrying techniques, general firearm safety, and proper handling and cleaning. You must also use your firearm during the class and your permit also serves as another form of photo I.D.. It can also speed up the process when purchasing a new firearm.

Kentucky is also one of 45 states in the U.S. that allows open carry of a firearm for legal owners.

Sheriff Doyle said anyone looking for more information on CCDW permits can contact the Sheriff's Office at 270-597-2157 or contact a local firearms dealer.
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