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Today's News

  • Flying on history day

    On June, 22 the Owen County Historical Society is inviting the public to take part in the Owen County History Day celebration in the backyard of the museum. One of the featured guests is Michael Harmon, above, a volunteer with the state’s raptor education program at Salato Wildlife Center in Frankfort. The Shelbyville man holds a state captive wildlife permit, general level falconry license, and a federal special migratory bird permit for educational purposes.
     

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  • Owen countians honored at District 3 4-H Horse Show

    The Owen County 4-H Horse Club had a great weekend at the District 3 4-H Horse Show, May 31 through June 2.
    The club had participants in several categories, including Kara Knochelmann in hunter-under-saddle; Emily Cammack in western pleasure; and Liz Ashcraft in miniatures.
    The show, held at Lakeside Arena in Frankfort, was the qualifying show for the upcoming State 4-H Horse Show in Louisville, July 7-13.
    All members of the Owen County club qualified.

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  • Planning for the future: Extension service to offer community leadership program

    The Owen County Cooperative Extension Service is offering a new leadership program beginning in late August and running through early December of this year.
    The Owen County Community Leadership Program was created “to increase opportunities for residents of all ages to be involved in planning and working for the future of Owen County and nurture a belief in the possibility of change that is in the best interest of the entire community.”

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  • Two local students graduate from Georgetown

    Two area students have graduated from Georgetown College.
    The May graduates are:
    • Eddie K. Slusher of Corinth, who graduated with a bachelor of science degree.
    • Ciara Paige McDaniel of Worthville, who graduated with a bachelor of science degree.

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  • Owenton livestock report June 12, 2013

    June 5, 2013
    Receipts: 511 • May 29: 229 •  Last year: 440
    Compared to the previous sale: Steers $1 to $2 lower and heifers $1 to $2 lower. Slaughter cows $1 to $3 lower and bulls steady to $2 lower.
    Feeder Steers Medium & Large #1-#2: 400-500 lbs.  $142-147; 500-600 lbs.  $139-147; 600-700 lbs.  $132-137; 700-800 lbs.  $125-133; 800-900 lbs.  $115-116; 900-1,000 lbs.  $108-118.
    Feeder Steers Medium & Large #3: 500-600 lbs.  $119; 600-700 lbs.  $119.

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  • Community events: June 12, 2013

    Free GED test offered
    There will be free GED testing for qualified Kentucky residents throughout July 31.
    The new test in Owen County will be June 12
    The test will be changing in January so sign up now.
    For more information, call 502-750-3088.

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  • Owen Historical Society News: Miss Wilma still a ‘piece of work’

    She was known as the “White Tornado” and “Road Runner.”
    No one is sure whether she ever shouted “beep, beep” as she streaked past, but her energy was boundless, and when she went places her feet hit the ground running. It was as if life was so full she didn’t want to miss any part of it.

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  • All I am saying is ... Watch what you say and you can stay free

    Are people outraged the federal government could be tracking your phone calls, Internet usages and email?

    No.

    Are people stunned the federal government could be tracking your phone calls, Internet usages and email?

    No.

    Are people even somewhat surprised the federal government could be tracking your phone calls, Internet usages and email?

    No.

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  • Owen County District Court: June 7, 2013

    Zachary T. Harrod, 1986, third-degree burglary, theft by unlawful taking, pleaded not guilty, appointed public attorney, preliminary hearing set for June 14.
    Benjamine Hellard, 1979, third-degree burglary, first-degree wanton endangerment, theft by unlawful taking, probable cause established, transferred to grand jury.
    Timothy M. Huddleston, 1994, third-degree criminal mischief, pleaded not guilty, appointed public attorney, continued to July 19.

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  • Property Transfers - May 2013

    Martha B. Brock to Kentucky American Water.
    Michael L. Burnett, Mike Burnett, Diane Burnett and Diane J. Burnett to Michael L. Burnett, Hide-A-Way Hills Subdivision.
    Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to Everett Perry, Ky. Route #607.
    James and Eileen G. Middendorf to David Keener and Patricia Hardin, lot 349 and 350, Perry Park Resort/Riverlake Subdivision, $134,000.
    Michael E. Moore to Melvin D. and Tara V. Embry, lot 54, Hide-A-Way Hills Subdivision, $2,000.

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