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Grace Notes

Today I have the heebie jeebies.
I’ve been listening to a podcast (that’s like a radio program that you download from the Internet) about fear: Why are people afraid? How can they get rid of fear?
The podcast began with a story about woman with Urbach-Wiethe disease, a rare condition that has three symptoms: a scratchy voice, raised dots around the eyes and absolutely no sense of fear.
The part of her brain that registers fear is calcified. She can be happy, sad, angry, feel love and feel hate, but she can’t feel fear.

Way Back When

10 years ago . . .
Births announced this week are: Thomas Wayne Ballinger, July 2, son of Tomas S. and Heather R. Ballinger; Madelyn Ann Carson, July 6, daughter of Heather and Nicholas Carson; Samuel Canaavan Wayne Click, May 25, son of Sidney Allen Click and Amy Rene Thomas.

College bound? Share money tips with your students

By Benita Peoples, County extension agent for family and consumer science
Do you have a son or daughter who is college bound this fall? Prior to heading off to college, it is important that students have a basic understanding of money management skills.
For many students, college may be the first time they have been responsible for managing their own money. Even if mom and dad are paying all of the bills, they will not be around to help their child make everyday spending decisions.

Risners’ lease property where horses are kept

According to an incident report filed by Dep. Robert Peak of the Harrison County Sheriff’s Office, on July 8, animal control officer Allen Fryman requested assistance at 131 Wiglesworth Lane, in reference to an animal complaint. Dep. Peak responded to that request.
Upon arrival at the scene, Dep. Peak met with Donna Lusby who had previously told Fryman that someone had dropped off nine horses without the owner’s knowledge.

Ecklars to celebrate 60th anniversary

Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Ecklar will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary on Friday, Aug. 11.
They were married at home by the Rev. Ed Claybrook.

Reunions

ANDERSON-CUMMINS
The Anderson-Cummins families reunion will be held Sunday, Aug. 6 at Antioch Mills Christian Church, 12785 U.S. 27 North.
A potluck dinner will be served about 12:30 p.m. Drink and table service provided. Come and enjoy.

Reunions

COPES
The annual Copes family reunion will be held Sunday, Aug. 6 at Curry United Methodist Church in the Patrick Building. A potluck dinner will be served at 1 p.m.
Please come and enjoy the fellowship.

Reunions

EARLYWINE
The annual reunion of the late Harley and Lula Kelley Earlywine will be held on Sunday, Aug. 6 at Blue Licks State Park at the small shelter on the hill by the playground.
A potluck lunch will be served at 12:30 p.m. Everyone is asked to please bring a covered dish and come out and enjoy the day.
For more information contact Shirley Earlywine Willoughby at 859-588-2390 or shirley_willoughby@yahoo.com.

Reunions

MASTIN
The Mastin family reunion will be held Aug. 12, 2017 at the Cynthiana Presbyterian Church, corner of Main and Pleasant Streets. Doors open at 11 a.m. with lunch at 12:30 p.m.
Lemonade, tea, plates, cups and eating utensils will be provided. Bring your favorite dish or two and information on births, deaths, and marriages. Hope to see you there.

Reunions

HCHS CLASS OF 1967
The Harrison County High School Class of 1967 will hold their 50th class reunion on Aug. 19 from 6-11 p.m. at The Hilton Garden Inn in Georgetown, Ky.
Tickets are $45 per person. Make checks to HC Class of 1967, in care of Wanda Gaunce, 436 Colony Drive, Cynthiana, KY 41031.
For more information call Wanda at 588-2923.