From the County Attorney's Office
If you’re enjoying the holidays with a drink, the Edmonson County Attorney’s Office has a message for you: Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over.Due to the increase in drunk-driving-related fatalities around the holidays each year, law enforcement agencies across America will be actively searching for and arresting drunk drivers from December 17 to January 1.

They have good reason to: in 2013, 10,076 people were killed in crashes involving a drunk driver. In December 2013 alone there were 733 people killed in crashes involving at least one driver or motorcycle operator with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .08 or higher. 23 of those deaths occurred on Christmas Day.

“It’s time for all drivers to get the message,” said J.B. Hines, Edmonson County Attorney. “Drunk driving is a choice you make, and when you make that choice, people get hurt or die. That’s why we’re joining with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to share the message: Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over.”

​The safest way to get home, Hines said, is to drive sober or catch a ride with a sober designated driver. If you plan on drinking at the holiday party or at a restaurant, hand the keys over to someone else – a sober friend, a taxi or public transportation.

As part of the national Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over enforcement campaign period, law enforcement will be increasing the number of patrols, setting up roadblocks, and using local media to reach out to all drivers. If you’re drinking and driving, law enforcement will stop you. If you’re caught drinking and driving you could face jail time, fines, loss of driver’s license, towing fees, and other DUI expenses. That’s not a small price, and that doesn’t even count the heftier price you could pay: the price of your life or someone else’s.

“We can’t stand to see this tragic loss of life again and again,” added Hines. “That’s why, leading up to the holidays, we will show zero tolerance for drunk drivers on the road. Please find a safe and sober ride home.”

Darren Doyle
In the wake of huge budget issues occurring in Butler County, Edmonson County is fortunate to have elected officials and a fiscal court that work well together. The court approved both Sheriff Shane Doyle's proposed budget for next fiscal year, as well as County Clerk Kevin Alexander's budget.

Alexander presented his budget in the amount of $2,274,000 while Doyle's was $525,000. While both offices are funded by tax dollars, Doyle's budget also requires help from the county.  Doyle requested $114,000 from fiscal court, plus $6,000 reimbursement for a vehicle his department had previously turned over to the county.  The amount was actually $6k less than the amount asked for last year.

Road Report
Judge Cannon reported on behalf of Road Foreman Ray Page who was unable to attend, and said the new salt shed bin was nearing completion. He noted how well things were coming along and that the total price was probably going to come in far below the initial cost of around $40,000, due to his crew providing the majority of labor for the project.

Parks & Rec 
Event Coordinator Greg Hudson said that the little league basketball program was doing very well and players and parents were well pleased with the way the season had progressed. He also discussed several upcoming projects and events he's trying to assemble for the near future. A list of events can be found on their site at ecparksandrec.com

Animal Shelter Bid
The court granted the $30K bid for the county animal shelter to Greg and Kim Carroll. They were the only ones to submit a bid. All magistrates voted for the bid except District 6 Mark Woosley. He said he didn't want to vote to grant the bid to someone involved in a lawsuit that affects the county. The Carrolls are listed in a suit along with members of the last administration's fiscal court that is currently ongoing. "In my personal opinion, I didn't think it was a good idea to renew a contract with someone that had caused the county to be in a lawsuit," Mag. Woosley said. "Personally, I have nothing against the Carrolls."

The court also agreed to raise the parks and rec key deposit from $25 to $50 due to folks failing to return the keys when the park facilities are rented. Judge Cannon said the locks have to be changed each time a key is not returned, costing the county time and money. Cannon said the deposit increase is not an attempt for the county to make more money, but rather to encourage people to bring the keys back.

Judge Cannon said that the county is purchasing $3,065 in laminate flooring to replace the carpet in the indoor facility at Chalybeate Park. Cannon said the carpet was worn and stained, and that laminate flooring was a better long term investment for the building. He said prisoners will do the installation, saving the county on labor costs.

We're excited to announce the first annual "Edmonson County's Finest" Awards, presented by the EdmonsonVoice.com. This is our way of allowing the community to let county businesses and organizations know who are the best at what they do, according to the most important folks...Edmonson County residents.

What's your favorite bank? Do you like one food mart better than the rest? Does your hairdresser or barber deserve an award? How about your insurance agent? Here, you'll have an opportunity to first nominate your favorites in twenty different categories, then vote on who's the best in each category. Edmonson County has many entities that are excellent at what they do, and here's your chance to let them know. The ones that don't win? Maybe they'll work harder to win next year.

Here's how it works: In order to nominate a business or organization for a particular category, they must be a full time operation located in Edmonson County and at least one year old. There will be 2-4 nominees in each category, depending on the number of nominees that are received.

The nomination process will begin in January, 2016. We'll provide a very user-friendly form on our site that will allow you to type in your favorite of each category. The nominating will take place in two parts: the first will cover ten categories, then the remaining 10 afterward. The following categories will be included:

Once the nomination process has been completed, we will compile the top vote getters and they will advance into the last round for final voting. The winners will be recognized and presented their "Edmonson County's Finest" Award at a reception to be held later. 

We are not accepting sponsorships nor advertising for the contest. This is to ensure the most level playing field possible for all county businesses and organizations. The results are completely up to the readers of EdmonsonVoice.com and votes are counted automatically.

The Christmas rush is upon us, but we ask you to start thinking about who you feel qualifies to be "Edmonson County's Finest." Nominating will begin soon, and we're looking forward to this great event to help promote all of Edmonson County. As always, thanks for reading EdmonsonVoice.com.

Enjoy photos from last night's 2015 Homecoming winners, taken by student reporter Laney Meredith.

As of 10:05 am, Wednesday, December 16, the county wide boil water advisory had now been lifted. According to the Edmonson County Water District, all water samples been tested and cleared for normal usage.

Darren Doyle
As of 9:00am Wednesday, December 16th, The Edmonson Voice received an update from the Edmonson County Water District in regards to the current county wide boil water advisory which has been in place since Monday, December 14th.

Tony Sanders, spokesman for the Water District, said water samples were submitted to the lab for proper testing yesterday and hope those results will be available within a couple hours. 

"After that, they have to go to the regional office in Bowling Green," Sanders said. "We can't lift the advisory without their approval."

Sanders said the boil water advisory means that any water used for consumption must be boiled prior to usage, which normally focuses on food preparation or drinking, but that to be 100% safe, to boil any water that you use.

According to Sanders, the broken line was one that fed the entire county. Once they received the call, he said crews had the water back on in about 30 minutes. The line was completely repaired within a couple of hours. "Our boys did a great job of getting the line put back together and the water back on," he said. "You never can tell what causes these types of breaks. It could be rocks, or other things underground we can't see. We appreciate everybody being patient through all this and we hope to have the advisory lifted very soon."

Edmonson District Court was held on Tuesday, December 15, 2015. The Honorable Judge John M. McCarty presiding.

Julie Marie Hayes, Failure to notify address change to Dept. of Transportation. Failure to produce insurance card. No/expired registration plates. Failure of owner to maintain required insurance/security 1st. Continued for 2 weeks.

Michelle L. Kurtz, Driving DUI suspended license- 1st offense, aggravator. Transport order next court date.

Kymbra L. Gross, Operating vehicle with expired operator's license. Proof shown, dismissed. 

Carol Thompson, Operating vehicle with expired operator's license. No/expired registration plates. No/expired Kentucky registration receipt. Failure to appear. Notice sent to Department of Transportation.

Sandra Renee Mccandless, Careless driving. Operating motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol/drugs 1st offense. Possessing open alcohol beverage container in a motor vehicle. Pleaded not guilty to all. Continued for 2/9/16.

Anthony Thomas Houchin, Operating on suspended/revoked operator's license. Failure to produce insurance card. Continued for 12/29/15. 

Christina Rose Hurst, No operators/moped license. Failure of owner to maintain required insurance/security 1st. Continued for 12/29/15.

James Patrick Doerr, No/expired registration plates. No/expired Kentucky registration receipt. Proof shown, dismissed.

Kevin W. Dalton, Giving officer false name or address. Pleaded guilty. Sentenced to 90 days in jail, credit for 21 days served. Remaining days probated for 2 years.

Katrina Lynne Lowe, Speeding 17mph over limit. License to be in possession. Operate motor vehicle under influence of alcohol/drugs, aggravator, 1st offense. Pleaded not guilty to all. Pretrial conference 12/29/15.

Fred E. Bush, Operating on suspended/revoked operators license. Controlled substance prescription not in original container. Pleaded not guilty to all. Pretrial conference 12/29/15.

Damon Douglas Heltsley, Alcohol intoxication in a public place- 1st and 2nd offense. Pleaded guilty. Fined $209.

Deanna Renee Bratcher, Possession of marijuana. Drug paraphernalia- buy/possess. Illegal possession of legend drug. Pleaded guilty to all charges. Sentenced to 30 days in jail for each charge. Credit of 3 days served. Remaining days probated for 2 years.

William J. Cates, Possession of marijuana. Operate motor vehicle under influence of alcohol/drugs, aggravator, 1st offense. Pleaded not guilty. Pretrial conference 2/9/16.

Roger D Hawks, Operating motor vehicle under influence of alcohol/drugs, 1st offense. Carrying a concealed deadly weapon. Pleaded not guilty to all charges. Pretrial conference 2/9/16.

Edmonson Voice Staff
The Medical Center at Bowling Green has agreed to begin calling the Edmonson County Ambulance Service for return ambulance transports when Edmonson County residents are discharged from their facility, should the patient need to be transported by ambulance. 

This agreement was reached through the efforts of the EMS Directors of surrounding counties and the Medical Center administration.  EMS Director Keith Sanders indicated that this would benefit Edmonson County residents.  "The more revenue that can be generated by transports, the less revenue that has to be generated by taxes," Sanders said.  

The agreement began on December 1.  Sanders encouraged all county residents to contact the ambulance service at 270-597-3721 if you see an ambulance dropping off or picking up a patient in your community and it is not an Edmonson County ambulance. He also asked to include the name of the ambulance service as well as the date, time and location.

**UPDATE**
We just received an update on the county water situation from Brownsville Mayor Jerry Meredith. According to Mayor Meredith, a 20 foot section of 16" main water line in the area near the Edmonson County High School greenhouses near Houchin Ferry Road ruptured earlier this evening. 

He reiterated that ALL OF EDMONSON COUNTY is under a strict boil water advisory until further notice. The line has been repaired, but a line of that size has a significant impact on the county's water supply. All food service providers in the county need to make preparations. Meredith said school officials have been notified and all drinking fountains will be shut down tomorrow.

The advisory will remain in effect until samples are cleared by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), which will not be until sometime tomorrow. Meredith thanked everyone for their patience and said that updates will be released as soon as they are available. 
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The Edmonson County Water District has issued a county-wide boil water advisory due to a main break. The advisory will end after samples are cleared from the EPA, at which time is not yet known. The advisory was given at 5:06pm, Monday, December 14th, 2015.

Edmonson Voice Staff
Emergency responders were called out to a two vehicle accident this morning on Veterans Memorial Highway (KY 101/259) around 6am in Chalybeate.

​Police said Brian Vincent, 36, of Mammoth Cave was heading south on 259 in a 2009 Chevy Silverado when he was struck head on by Kathryn Brandt, 80, of Chalybeate, who was heading north in a 2005 Chevy Impala.

Officials said Brandt's vehicle crossed the center line and struck Vincent's vehicle in the front driver's side. Brandt had to be removed from the vehicle via Edmonson County Jaws of Life.

Brandt suffered a cut on her head and leg and was taken to Greenview Hospital via Edmonson EMS. Her condition was not known.

Also responding to the scene was the Edmonson County Sheriff's office, District 2 Constable, Brownsville Fire Department, Chalybeate Fire Dept, and Kyrock Fire Department.

Nineteen young ladies have been nominated for this year's 2015-16 Basketball Homecoming Queen. Who will make up the court? Find out tomorrow night at the homecoming game as the Wildcats take on Larue County as the JV game begins at 5:30 with the varsity immediately following. Homecoming festivities will be between games, not at halftime of the varsity game as first reported.

Front row; Freshmen candidates- Madison McCombs, Chanley Logsdon, Keely Doyle, Makayla Dishon, and Mollie Cassady, Second row; Sophomore candidates- MiKayla Lindsey, Caitlyn Dennison, Emma Logsdon, Caitlin Simon, and Peyton Martin. Sitting; Senior candidates- Teresa Payne, Kennady Doyle, Jhonna Basil, McKenna Kemble, and Carsan Logsdon. Standing; Junior candidates-Hannah Lindsey, Madison Alexander, Maddie Cline and Cleo Woodson (not pictured Olivia Allen)

Edmonson Voice Staff
Most drivers are now used to the new entrance/exit of South Edmonson Elementary since the expansion of KY HWY 743 has been completed, but cutting the corner onto the shoulder has damaged the new road and is causing loose gravel to pile onto the road, which has resulted in slick spots. 

The new shoulder of the highway at the entrance is gravel only, which means each time a tire drives over it, gravel is removed from the shoulder and tossed onto the blacktop. Additionally, each time a tire drives over the loose gravel on the blacktop, the pavement is cut and worn down.

"Vehicles had unintentionally veered off the pavement and drug gravel up onto the pavement, making for slick driving conditions," said SEES Principal Jamie Woosley. "Please remember when you pull in to South Edmonson to stay on our new blacktop driveway. This will help keep our entrance safe."

​Woosley said a volunteer swept the gravel off the road back on to the shoulder.

Sheriff Shane Doyle reminded everyone that the shoulder of the road is for emergency use only. "You are required to stay in the proper lane of traffic, even when making turns," he said. 

He said drivers are either trying to save a couple of seconds or keep more distance between themselves and traffic exiting in the other lane. "There's plenty of room for everyone to come in and out while staying out of the gravel, and you're not going to save any time by driving over the shoulder."

Doyle said seeing the damaged lane was also an opportunity to encourage everyone to slow down at the entrance. "Most accidents happen at intersections, and those near the schools are of even more importance."

by Darren Doyle
The Edmonson Voice has just learned that Atmos Energy has made the decision not to sell the Rocky Hill Gas Plant, but instead disassemble and move it out of Edmonson County for good. 

Bowling Green Attorney Charles English, founding partner of English, Lucas, Priest, and Owsley Law Firm, spoke on behalf of Atmos Energy.

"They (Atmos) decided that this would be in the best interest of the community and everybody concerned," English said.

Residents of the Rocky Hill community have been very upset ever since the plant was built back in 2007. Many say that the noise is unbearable when the plant is in operation, there is residue from the plant's exhaust, and it very unfriendly in a small, community environment.

"It will be a process to get the equipment dis-assembled," English said. "There'll be other equipment there to accomplish that, they'll be in and out, and everybody needs to be mindful of that and to be careful about it."

English met with District 3 Magistrate Clark Wood today about the 15 acre tract of land where the plant now sits as well as another small building. "We're exploring ways that the county might use that, whether it be a new location for a fire station, and maybe recreational or community purposes."

Mr. English said Atmos wanted to work with the community with regards to the property and that Magistrate Wood will be discussing that with Judge Wil Cannon and Fiscal Court. "We want to work out something that's beneficial to the residents of the community up there," said English. "It would be a nice donation on the part of Atmos, to show their good will."

Magistrate Wood said he was informed just today of the decision and that he had no prior knowledge of the decision by Atmos. He said he knew that Rocky Hill residents would be happy with the decision. "Nobody ever wanted a gas plant here in the first place," he said.

Within the next few weeks, according to Mr. English, Atmos will begin the process of decommissioning the gathering lines that are on local property owners' land. This will require purging and capping the lines. "We'll need to work with everybody on that," he added.

Several variables will determine the exact start time for the project and of course, the upcoming Christmas holiday, but English said it would be accomplished as soon as Atmos could reasonably do so. "We don't know how the weather is going to be, and we don't know when all the contractors and equipment can be there, (but) I'd hope we can get this done within the next 60 to 90 days," he said.

Judge Cannon was in an afternoon meeting and was unavailable at press time. We will have more updates as they become available.

A traffic stop was performed, and the vehicle was found to be operated by Sandra R. McCandless, 49, of Glasgow, Ky. Police also reported that the odor of alcoholic beverages was obvious, and an open container of vodka was visible behind the seat. Police said that McCandless also admitted to drinking earlier in the evening. ​

Standard field sobriety tests were performed where police said that numerous clues of intoxication were given.

Darren Doyle, photos
Mild temperatures were a plus as hundreds crowded the streets Sunday night for the annual Brownsville Christmas Parade. Winners in the float contest were:

• Antique Cars--1957 Ford convertible, from the Lighthouse Church
• Fire Department--Bear Creek
• School--ECHS Lady Cat Softball
• Civic--Girl Scouts Troop 313
• Commercial--Buttram Farms
• Horse and Rider--Clara Childress
• Overall Winner--Girl Scout Troop 313

Edmonson Voice Staff
Darren Doyle photos
Emergency personnel responded to the fourth injury accident in six days at a rear end collision at the junction of KY HWY 101 and KY HWY 3019 (old Chalybeate Road to Rhoda Creek) that sent two teens and one adult to the hospital on Sunday night.

Police said a 16 year old male (name was not released) was driving a 2013 Ford Focus northbound on 101 with a passenger, Laura Phillips of Brownsville. As the teen was preparing to turn left onto 3019, he was rear-ended by a 2002 Chevrolet Prism, driven by Lacey Outlaw, 16, of Mammoth Cave.

Police said Outlaw refused treatment at the scene from Edmonson EMS, but traveled to Greenview Regional Hospital with a family member. The teen driver of the other car and Phillips were transported the Medical Center by EMS for possible injuries. 

Police said possible distracted driving could have been a factor but no criminal charges are expected to be filed.

The road was closed for about an hour while the scene was cleared. Emergency responders had just finished the Brownsville Christmas Parade when they were paged. Some emergency vehicles were still in the high school parking lot as they returned from the parade route. One firefighter said if the call had come a few minutes earlier, a quick response would have been virtually impossible with the parade.

​Sheriff Shane Doyle encouraged drivers to use extra caution during the holidays. "People are busy this time of year, and more traffic is on the road. Please slow down and be aware of your surroundings."

The investigation was led by the Edmonson County Sheriff's Office. Also responding to the scene was the Chalybeate Fire Dept, Edmonson EMS, Brownsville Fire Dept, Brownsville Police, and District 2 Constable.

Edmonson Voice Staff
photo courtesy of ECSO
A nasty collision around 5:30pm had traffic held up for over an hour on KY HWY 259N on Friday evening, sending three people to the hospital.

Police said Donald York, 34, who was driving a 1997 Ford F150 and pulling a trailer, turned into the path of Roy Carrol, 22, of Leitchfield, who was driving a 1993 Chevy Cavalier, resulting in a head on collision.

Police reported that York and other witnesses said the Cavalier did not have it's headlights turned on. York said he couldn't see the car in the dark and hit it.

Police said the headlight switch in Carrol's car was turned off. 

Both York and Carrol and a passenger in Carrol's car were transported to Twin Lakes Regional Medical Center in Leitchfield for minor injuries where they were all treated and released. 

Responding to the scene was Edmonson EMS, EC Jaws of Life, Kyrock Fire Dept, the Edmonson County Sheriff's Office, and Brownsville Police.

The Brownsville Christmas Parade is scheduled for this Sunday night at 6pm. Parade Chairman Mike Blanton asks that all participants line up at Edmonson County High School at 5pm. The parade route will be the same as this year's fair day parade.

The route is scheduled to  ECHS and will travel on Houchin Ferry Road first, then turning right on Main just past the Minit Mart. From there, the route will turn right again on Main Cross St (past the Community Center), then right again on Washington Street. Then, the parade will continue on Old North Main (behind Cee Bee) then over to Ferguson (in front of the Public Library), then back to Houchins Ferry Rd into the school parking lot. 

Upon returning, parade participants are asked to leave from Wildcat Way, NOT Houchins Ferry Rd, as it will take a little while for the entire parade to return. Leaving out Houchins Ferry Rd will cause a traffic hazard.

The route will travel on the same roads, only backwards from the normal route. If you plan on watching the parade, you can line up or sit from any of the same places you always have.

Candy will undoubtedly be tossed about, and rumor has it that the big guy in a red hat is supposed to appear, we've also heard he's coming from the North Pole...

County and City officials hope to see you there.

Darren Doyle, story
photos courtesy of ECSO
Emergency personnel were called out to the junction of KY HWY 187 and Moon Road last night around 10:30pm in response to a two vehicle collision. 

Police said that Jacob Willhite, 18, of Brownsville, was traveling west in a 2002 Mini Cooper on Moon Road when he attempted to turn left onto HWY 187. Official reports said that Willhite turned into the path of an oncoming 2008 Ford Explorer, driven by Jeffery Zellers, 49, of Leitchfield.

Willhite was transported to the Medical Center at Bowling Green by Edmonson EMS, then later to Skyline Medical Center in Nashville. The sheriff's office said that Willhite's family reported that he was transferred to Nashville due to an air pocket on the teen's lung, but has since been stabilized. Willhite received 12 stitches in his chin, but no broken bones. He is being kept at Skyline for observation and has been listed in stable condition.

Zellers was reportedly uninjured and refused medical treatment at the scene. Also responding in addition to Edmonson EMS and the Edmonson County Sheriff's Office were the Edmonson County Jaws of Life, Bear Creek Fire Department, and Brownsville Police.

Edmonson District Court was held on Tuesday, December 1, 2015. The Honorable Judge Derek Reed presiding.

Gregory Neal Binion, Failure to, or Improper signal. Possession of marijuana (merged into count one). Operating motor vehicle under influence of alcohol/drugs, 1st offense. Possession of open alcohol beverage container in a motor vehicle (merged into count one). Pleaded guilty. Total fines and costs, $759.

Mark Ezra Higgs, Leaving scene of accident/failure to render aid. Possession of open alcohol beverage container in a motor vehicle. Tampering with physical evidence. Pleaded not guilty to all. Preliminary hearing on 12-15-15.

Joshua Laney, Alcohol intoxication in a public place-1st & 2nd offense. Notice sent for defendant to appear.

Kevin W Dalton, Giving officer false name or address. Continued on 12-15-15.

Dane Damon Dobkins, Drug paraphernalia-buy/possess. Possession of marijuana. Pleaded not guilty to both. Pretrial conference on 12-15-15.

Christal Gail Russell, Theft by deception-including cold checks under $500 (two counts). Failed to appear, $500 bench warrant issued.

Buddy R Casaglio, Alcohol intoxication in a public place-1st and 2nd offense. Pleaded guilty. Total fines and costs $209.

via Mammoth Cave National Park:
Ferry service
Green River ferry will close at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, December 3, 2015, to begin the process of switching the ferryboats. Ferry service will resume later in the day, if the river level allows.

Process of switching ferryboats
That day (December 3), the ferryboat that has been dry-docked for repair will be launched at the Green River crossing and tied at Echo River Spring confluence, just upstream from the ferry crossing. It will remain there until the Coast Guard inspects it and certifies it for service.

Once the repaired boat is cleared by the Coast Guard, the present ferryboat will be removed from the river and dry-docked. The repaired/certified ferryboat will be put in service.

This process may take several weeks. During that time, boaters, canoers and kayakers on Green River please be aware there will be two ferryboats in the river – one in service and one tied off just upstream.

For current ferry information, please call 270-758-2166.

Edmonson Voice Staff
A two vehicle accident that occurred on Monday, November 30th has now been classified as a fatality, as a passenger in one of the vehicles involved has died. 

The Edmonson County Sheriff's Office released this statement:

"Virgil Dallas Willis, 84, of Windyville Ky. passed away as a result of injuries sustained during the collision. Willis was a passenger in the white Dodge SUV. The accident is still under investigation by the sheriff's department, and at this point in the investigation, no criminal activity is suspected."

The details of the crash can be found in our original story that can be viewed by clicking here.

Frankfort, KY – Today, Representative Michael Lee Meredith filed for re-election to continue his pledge to promote open and honest government and protect the freedoms that we all hold dear.
 
“It’s been a privilege to serve the people of Edmonson and Warren County in Frankfort,” said Representative Meredith. “Together we’ve accomplished much, but there’s still work to be done. That’s why I’ve filed for re-election today. We must continue our fight for efficient and effective state government and lower taxes, and fight against the overreach that we’ve seen from Obama’s Administration.”
 
In the 2014 election for District 19, Michael Meredith won by an overwhelming 62.4 percent in the newly formed district. He was endorsed by National Rifle Association, the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce, The Kentucky Educators Association, and the Fraternal Order of Police. In addition, Meredith was given the “Friends of Cities” Award by Kentucky League of Cities and was the recommended candidate by Kentucky Right to Life.
 
Rep. Meredith looks forward to continuing his work to increase funding for volunteer firefighters, protect our rural churches from government overreach and provide new tax exemptions for farm families across the state in the 2016 General Assembly.

Representative Meredith said that the support he received in Edmonson County during the last election was very humbling. "Winning any election is humbling, but the support that the people in our district, and especially in Edmonson County last year was overwhelming."

(Lexington, KY – December 1, 2015) The Technology Transfer Program of the Kentucky Transportation Center is proud to announce that 144 Roads Scholars and 122 Road Masters have completed the 2015 Kentucky Roads Scholars/Road Masters Training Program.

To honor their outstanding efforts and commitment to quality roads in Kentucky, graduates were honored November 5th at Rough River State Resort Park in Falls of Rough, Kentucky; November 10th at Embassy Suites in Lexington, Kentucky; and November 12th at the Corbin Center in Corbin, Kentucky.

Honored in Falls of Rough was Richie Jaggers, KDOH District 3 - Edmonson Co. as a Roads Scholar and Road Master.

The Roads Scholar/Road Master Training Program consists of nine and seven full-day courses, respectively. The combined programs total 96 training hours and serves individuals from local and state transportation agencies as well as private businesses. 

The Roads Scholar and Road Master Training Programs, as well as a broad selection of other training courses related to transportation, are offered throughout the year by the Technology Transfer Program of the Kentucky Transportation Center, located at the University of Kentucky, College of Engineering. 

​More information on the Technology Transfer Program or the Roads Scholar and Road Master Training series can be found at www.kyt2.com or by contacting Martha Horseman, Program Manager, at [email protected] or 800-432-0719. ​

Edmonson Voice Staff
There are several things that shouldn't be done while intoxicated, with driving being number one on the list. Written somewhere on that same list is probably "drive to sheriff's office and pay property taxes," however, a Bee Spring man is accused of just that, and now faces several charges.

According to official reports, sheriff's deputies were notified on Monday, November 30, around 2:40pm that Gregory N. Binion, 52, of Bee Spring had stopped into the sheriff's office to pay his property taxes.  As he was leaving, others that were near the man said that he smelled strongly of alcohol and appeared to be intoxicated.

Deputies said they made contact with him as he turned onto Washington St. They made a traffic stop at Mis Amigos Mexican Restaurant after they said they followed the vehicle while it crossed over the yellow line and broke other traffic laws.

Deputies said that after making contact with Binion, the odor of alcoholic beverages was very obvious and standard field sobriety tests were administered where Binion showed multiple clues of intoxication. Police then searched the vehicle and found multiple open beer cans and a small bag of what appeared to be marijuana.