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Today's Features

  • Let freedom ring in your life

    Freedom. The dictionary tells us that freedom means “the state of being free or at liberty rather than in confinement.”  
    The opposite of freedom is captivity “the state or period of being held, imprisoned, enslaved, or confined.”  

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  • Church News 7-24-14

    BENSON UNITED METHODIST
    Benson United Methodist Church will be having Vacation Bible School starting Thursday, July 24 through Saturday, July 26. Time will be from 6-8 p.m. each evening.   Come join us and have fun learning about the Bible.

    CALVARY ASSEMBLY OF GOD
    A three day “Blast Off” Vacation Bible School will be held at Calvary Assembly of God, 325 Webster Ave. (by the high school), on  Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 1, 2 and 3, for ages three years through fifth grade.

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  • God’s mercy: the original GPS

    It all started when I was a kid bothering my dad and he told me to get lost.
    Ever the obedient child, I did, and I’ve been getting lost ever since.
    Oh, I jest.

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  • Banfields to observe 50th wedding anniversary

    Doug and Carol Banfield were married on July 25, 1964. They will be celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary with a trip later this year.

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  • Mullens celebrate 40th anniversary

    Billy Joe and Connie (Taylor) Mullen celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary on July 13.
    The couple have three children: Angie (Scotty) Hay, David (Joyce Ann) Mullen, and Melissa (Kenneth) Perkins. The couple enjoys spending time with their seven grandchildren: Makenzie Perry, Christopher Hay, Shelby and Austin Mullen, and Joseph, Taylor and Emily Perkins.
    Besides spending time with their friends and family the couple also enjoys gardening, woodworking and traveling and reside in Leeslick.

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  • Kinneys renew vows on 50th anniversary

    Dale and Diane Kinney recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary. The couple was married on June 27, 1964 at Sunrise Christian Church with Don Wells officiating the ceremony.
    The Kinneys have two children: Jeff and April and are blessed with five grandchildren.
    On the date of their golden anniversary, Dale and Diane renewed their vows at a special family location. On June 29, a surprise celebration was held in their honor at Indian Creek Christian Church with many family and friends in attendance.

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  • Way Back When

    10 years ago . . .
    Births announced this week are: Tracy Aimison Nakkole Wills, June 29, daughter of Laura Ashley Coy and Michael Anthony Wills.
    Father John Sterling welcomed as the new priest at St. Edward Catholic Church.
    CT scanner in 3-D now available at Harrison Memorial Hospital.
    Farmers National Bank in Berry, Ky., was the scene of a robbery early last Thursday morning.
    Johnson-McDaniel Furniture and Appliance, 122 S. Walnut St., will be holding a grand re-opening starting Friday with a new selection of quality hardwood furniture.

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  • Reunions

    EARLYWINE/KELLEY/KELLY
    The annual reunion of the late Harley and Lula Kelley/Kelly Earlywine will be held Sunday, Aug. 10 at Blue Licks State Park. A potluck lunch will be served at 1 p.m. at the big shelter across from the museum. All friends and family are invited to attend. Everyone is urged to bring some favorite family recipe for a family cookbook.
    Any questions contact Shirley Earlywine Willoughby at 859-588-2390 or email shirley_willoughby@yahoo.com.

    MARSH

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  • Richardson becomes Tastefully Simple consultant

    Ginnie Richardson of Cynthiana has become an independent consultant with Tastefully Simple Inc., a national direct sales company featuring more than 60 easy-to-prepare foods.
    As an independent business owner, Richardson offers food samples at home taste-testing parties, along with ideas for everyday meals, recipes and serving suggestions. All of Tastefully Simple’s products are open-and-enjoy or can be prepared by adding only one or two ingredients.

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  • Dig and divide iris and daylily bulbs

    Why is it that the perfect time to dig and divide your iris bed is in July at the height of the season’s heat?  
    For bearded iris, it’s because they go through a dormant period in the summer.
    This hardy perennial is a beautiful spring bloomer that is virtually immune to diseases. But to ensure health and vigor, you should divide your bearded iris every three to five years.  
    If they receive adequate sunlight (at least six hours a day), but do not bloom well, then it is definitely time to divide.

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