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Previous News HeadlinesJuly 5th, 2009 Kentucky National Guard members sent to help Afghanis farmGREENVILLE -- A group of Soldiers and Airmen from the Kentucky National Guard's 1st Battalion, 623rd Field Artillery is preparing for deployment to Afghanistan.Palin resignation: A strange move? You betchaWASHINGTON -- Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin's abrupt and unscripted holiday resignation is an odd way to launch a potential presidential bid and certainly no help for a party battered by scandal and fighting for relevancy.Marines march in grueling Afghanistan sun on U.S. holidayNAWA, Afghanistan -- Taliban militants were nowhere in sight as the columns of U.S. Marines walked a third straight day across southern Afghanistan. But the desert heat proved an enemy in its own right, with several troops falling victim Saturday to temperatures topping 100 degrees.Iranian opposition leader could face arrestTEHRAN, Iran -- A top aide to Iran's all-powerful leader has accused the country's main opposition leader of being an American agent who should be tried for treason, increasing the pressure on reformists disputing the outcome of last month's presidential election.Lady Liberty's crown reopens on nation's birthdayNEW YORK -- The first visitors allowed into the Statue of Liberty's crown in nearly eight years made the arduous climb Saturday on an Independence Day journey laden with symbolism of freedom, national pride and, for one couple, romance.Many items have been lost, stolen at National ArchivesWASHINGTON -- National Archives visitors know they'll find the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. Constitution and the Bill of Rights in the main building's magnificent rotunda in Washington. But they won't find the patent file for the Wright Brothers' Flying Machine or the maps for the first atomic bomb missions anywhere in the Archives' inventory.America celebrates with fireworks, other eventsFireworks lit the night sky above New York with a kaleidoscope of colors shooting 1,000 feet into the air on an Independence Day that began with the Statue of Liberty's crown opening to the public for the first time since Sept. 11, 2001.City's fireworks display, concert rescheduled for tonightThe city of Owensboro's July 4 fireworks display, which was canceled Saturday because of rain, has been rescheduled for tonight.Summer school enrollment upA record 1,300 students are taking classes this summer at Owensboro Community & Technical College -- up from 970 in 2008.Colleges focus on vets as GI Bill ups numbersFORT CAMPBELL -- With a fattened GI Bill covering full tuition and more, the number of veterans attending college this fall is expected to jump 30 percent from last year to nearly half a million. That's left many universities looking for ways to ease the transition from combat to the classroom.Lions Club fair hopes to boost crowds, offeringsThe Daviess County Lions Club is aiming to make the fairgrounds a much more welcoming place -- and it hopes those improvements and some other changes will draw even larger crowds to the county fair.Amateur sleuth seeks to exhume body found in 1969HARLAN -- The identity of a woman tagged only with the name "Caroline" has remained a mystery in eastern Kentucky for four decades.Bill dies, but debate over gambling's future in Kentucky not likely overAdvocates for allowing video slot machines at Kentucky horse tracks say expanded gambling is necessary, but opponents argue that adding slot machines to the tracks would only hurt the industry.Vatican's miracles exhibit showing in OwensboroAn exhibit detailing more than 100 miracles that have been authenticated by the Vatican will be on display in Owensboro later this month.Harry taking Pokémon skills to international competitionJayson Harry was working in an Arizona grocery store when it began carrying Pokémon Trading Card Games.College training potential Army job applicantsFORT KNOX -- A Kentucky community college is offering an online course called "Army 101," a five-week program aimed at familiarizing potential civilian job applicants with the military.Spending, taxes prompt TEA party protestDespite a drizzle that occasionally turned into rain, about 80 area residents gathered along a portion of Frederica Street Saturday, for a July 4 TEA party.July 4th, 2009 Biden visits Baghdad, pushes leaders on political progressBAGHDAD -- Vice President Joe Biden pressed Iraqi leaders Friday to do more to foster national reconciliation and offered U.S. assistance in achieving that, as concerns grow that a lack of political progress is fueling violence in Iraq.Some residents armed, on edge after 4 slayingsGAFFNEY, S.C. -- Terrified residents canceled Fourth of July plans and holed up in their homes Friday as investigators hunted a serial killer believed to have shot four people to death.New Zealand airline issues nude safety videoWELLINGTON, New Zealand -- New Zealand's national airline has adopted a cheeky way to encourage passengers to watch its in-flight safety video: The cabin crew's uniforms are nothing but body paint.New York's growth besieges Revolutionary War soldiers' gravesFISHKILL, N.Y. -- Ed Spaeth was researching his family tree when he discovered an 18th-century ancestor likely was buried in the woods just down the hill from his Hudson Valley home.Diplomat delivers ultimatum in HondurasTEGUCIGALPA, Honduras -- The Americas' top international diplomat flew to Honduras on Friday to give the coup-backed government a firm ultimatum: Restore the president within 24 hours or face crippling sanctions.North Korea fires two missiles off east coastSEOUL, South Korea -- North Korea fired two missiles off it eastern coast today, a South Korean official said.British Embassy staff to face trial, Iranian cleric saysA powerful cleric said Friday that Iran will put British Embassy staffers on trial for fomenting post-election turmoil, a step that would likely increase Iran's isolation and alienate Western nations that have been trying to keep options open with Tehran despite its crackdown on protesters.Marines push forward; Russia eases rules on U.S. shipmentsNAWA, Afghanistan -- U.S. Marines pushed deeper into Taliban areas of southern Afghanistan on Friday, seeking to cut insurgent supply lines and win over local elders on the second day of the biggest U.S. military operation here since the American-led invasion of 2001.Country singer Husky hospitalizedNASHVILLE -- A spokesman for country star Ferlin Husky says the singer has been hospitalized in Tennessee.Powerful sedative found at Jackson's homeLOS ANGELES -- The powerful sedative Diprivan was found in Michael Jackson's home, a law enforcement official said Friday as the city planned for a massive crowd at the singer's memorial service.Soldiers at war is something to worry aboutI'm not sure whether it's a good thing or a bad thing, but at any rate, it is a real thing.Police step up holiday presencePreventing drunk driving accidents and tragedies starts with citizens in the community, and local law enforcement officers are hoping that fact stays in people's minds as they celebrate the Independence Day holiday.142-year-old Dunn House demolishedSMITHLAND -- Diane Fraley tried to drum up enough support to save one of this small western Kentucky town's oldest buildings.County signs deal on creek blockagesAfter the January ice storm, Daviess County engineers documented 124 blockages in county creeks.TWO to look for artistic directorWhile still in the middle of a search for a new executive director, Theatre Workshop of Owensboro's board of directors has decided to make another addition to the theater's staff.Louisville protects ash trees from beetleLOUISVILLE -- The city of Louisville is taking steps to protect ash trees on the Ohio River waterfront, which the city has invested in and heavily promoted.Kerr says nephew wrongly firedFRANKFORT -- A state senator claims her nephew is losing his job as general counsel to the Kentucky Horse Racing Commission because she voted against a bill backed by Gov. Steve Beshear to allow slot machines at Kentucky horse racetracks.Buyers gradually emptying Big EWhen the total liquidation sale of the contents of the Executive Inn Rivermont started more than two weeks ago, a crowd of more than 600 people stood outside the hotel for the 10 a.m. start of the sale.People relax, have fun at Family Freedom Fireworks FestivalOn Friday evening, families grouped around tables or under pitched tents in a meadow in Panther Creek Park. A few spread blankets on the ground near the pond for picnic suppers, while couples set up lawn chairs in a large circle around the stage and giant inflatable movie screen.Palin resigns as governor but leaves her plans secretWASILLA, Alaska -- Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin surprised supporters Friday and announced she is resigning from office at the end of the month, leaving open the possibility she'll seek a run for the White House in 2012.July 3rd, 2009 Obama administration delays release of CIA reportWASHINGTON -- The Obama administration said Thursday that it needs two more months to review an internal CIA report on the agency's secret detention and interrogation program before making it public, drawing criticism from civil libertarians who say it's past time for Americans to know how its government treated terrorism suspects.Marines suffer first casualties in campaignNAWA, Afghanistan -- U.S. Marines suffered their first casualties of a massive new military campaign Thursday as they engaged in sporadic gunbattles along 55 miles of Taliban-controlled heartland in southern Afghanistan.Businesses cut another 467,000 jobs as workers watch paychecks shrinkWASHINGTON -- Americans lucky enough to still have a job are noticing something unpleasant in their paychecks: They're making less money.Obama to tell Putin: Leave Cold War in pastWASHINGTON -- Days from his first Moscow summit, President Barack Obama declared Thursday that former Russian President Vladimir Putin "still has a lot of sway" in his nation and needs an in-person reminder the Cold War is over.French: Air France plane hit the sea belly firstLE BOURGET, France -- Air France Flight 447 slammed into the Atlantic Ocean, intact and belly first, at such a high speed that the 228 people aboard probably had no time to even inflate their life jackets, French investigators said Thursday in their first report into the June 1 accident.FBI: Saddam feared Iran more than he did U.S.BAGHDAD -- After the 2003 invasion of Iraq, Saddam Hussein stayed in Baghdad until he saw "the city was about to fall." Months later, he was caught hiding at the same farm where he had fled in 1959 after taking part in an attempt to kill the country's prime minister.Daviess Fiscal Court digestAt its meeting Thursday at the Daviess County Courthouse, Daviess Fiscal Court took the following actions:Climber tired, still a bit numb after scaling DenaliBreathitt County mountain climber Martin Douthitt says he's tired and his feet are still a little numb, but he's otherwise fine after his climb Sunday to the summit of North America's highest peak in Alaska, Denali.League to release records, comply with auditorThe Kentucky League of Cities has changed course and will again voluntarily release documents to the Lexington Herald-Leader, the group said in a news release Thursday.Social host ordinance passes 3-0Thursday afternoon, Daviess County officials approved a social host ordinance that would create financial penalties for adults who host parties where teens consume alcohol.Gastenveld's ouster sparks concernThe Citizens Committee on Education, which played a key role in the establishment of the community college in Owensboro, is going on the record with concerns about the way in which former OCTC President Paula Gastenveld was dismissed.Parent challenges policy of school assignmentLOUISVILLE -- The father of a kindergarten student is challenging how Louisville assigns students to schools, two years after the U.S. Supreme Court rejected a method it said relied too heavily on race in determining which students could attend what schools.Panel cutting list of education commissioner candidatesThe Kentucky Board of Education met for three hours in Lexington on Thursday morning in its continuing search for a new state education commissioner.Mother of dead athlete upset over school's reportLOUISVILLE -- The mother of a Kentucky high school football player who died after collapsing at practice last year says a school system report doesn't provide any answers as to what happened to her son.Independence Bank ranks high nationallyOwensboro-based Independence Bank has been ranked at No. 11 among the top-performing community banks in the country with assets between $100 million and $3 billion during 2008.Judge excludes some evidence from bid-rigging caseFRANKFORT -- A federal judge ruled Wednesday that he won't allow evidence from a 1980 antitrust case to be presented in an upcoming bid-rigging trial in Kentucky.Whitesville brothers share military bondOn this Independence Day weekend, Navy Reservist Jody Roberts of Whitesville plans to be busy taking part in local patriotic ceremonies and doing his best to show his support for U.S. troops everywhere.Adkisson: State government needs to changeState government has to learn to manage its budget like Kentucky families manage their finances, David Adkisson told the Greater Owensboro Chamber of Commerce's Rooster Booster Breakfast on Thursday.Shuttle service, parking available for July 4 eventParking at the Executive Inn Rivermont and a shuttle service will be available for Saturday's "A Celebration of the American Spirit" at English Park.Ticket prices set for 2010 World Equestrian GamesThe 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games will feature almost as many ticket prices as equine competitions.NYPD rookie makes arrest moments after graduationNEW YORK -- A New York Police Department rookie just couldn't wait to get started.Senate bill would fine those refusing health coverageWASHINGTON -- Americans who refuse to buy affordable medical coverage could be hit with fines of more than $1,000 under a health care overhaul bill unveiled Thursday by key Senate Democrats looking to fulfill President Barack Obama's top domestic priority.Ex-wife Rowe shows interest in custody of two Jackson childrenLOS ANGELES -- The future of Michael Jackson's children was thrown into question Thursday when his ex-wife emerged and won a delay in a custody hearing while she decides whether she wants to raise her two offspring.July 2nd, 2009 Patrols increase at Red River GorgeWINCHESTER -- U.S. Forest Service officials are increasing efforts to protect biological and cultural resources at a popular outdoor destination in the Daniel Boone National Forest in eastern Kentucky.Jailer said he knew sexual contact with employees was 'wrong morally'GLASGOW -- A southern Kentucky jailer told state investigators he knew having sexual contact with employees was "wrong morally," but he thought the women involved would tell him if he crossed the line.Boy faces more treatment after brain tumor removedBreAnne Thornton knew something was wrong with her 9-year-old son, Zhauntez -- something other than his AD/HD diagnosis -- but she wasn't thinking about a fast-growing brain tumor.Ex-nursing home worker indictedA Dawson Springs woman has been indicted by a Hopkins County grand jury on allegations of video voyeurism and adult abuse.Motorcycle rally will honor troopsKentucky men and women who have died serving in the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan will be honored this week during a five-day motorcycle rally across the state.Plan to bury Jackson at Neverland ranch is scratchedLOS ANGELES -- A plan to bury Michael Jackson at his sprawling Neverland ranch fizzled Wednesday, leaving details about his funeral undecided as another mystery was solved: His newly unveiled will says his mother should raise his children -- or, failing her, Diana Ross.U.S. troops on Taliban-clearing mission in AfghanistanNAWA, Afghanistan -- Thousands of U.S. Marines and hundreds of Afghan troops poured into Taliban-infested villages of southern Afghanistan with armor and helicopters Thursday in the first major operation under President Barack Obama's strategy to stabilize the country.New Honduras government's isolation growsTEGUCIGALPA, Honduras -- Thousands of Hondurans demonstrated Wednesday for the return of ousted President Manuel Zelaya, who vowed to fly home this weekend despite a warrant for his arrest. Thousands more rallied in favor of the military-backed government.Sanford's revelations confuse those who are listeningCOLUMBIA, S.C. -- South Carolina residents -- and the simply curious around the world -- have watched Republican Gov. Mark Sanford's lovelorn saga unfold, the central character spewing an odd script that would seem more appropriate for a soap opera than state government.Politician Franken likely to downplay his comedic pastST. PAUL, Minn. -- Now that Al Franken is headed for the Senate, which Franken will show up in Washington?Statue of Liberty's crown reopening plannedNEW YORK -- Tickets have sold out fast for the July Fourth reopening of the Statue of Liberty's crown, closed since shortly after the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001.Mongiardo touts e-records in visit to Owensboro companyKentucky is poised to lead the way in a major health care shift, the move from paper records to electronic records, says Lt. Gov. Daniel Mongiardo, who was at an Owensboro business Wednesday promoting the change.3 arrested after McLean church burglaryA McLean County man and two juveniles have been arrested in connection with a burglary that took place about 3 a.m. June 18 at Harvest Vision Church, 2242 U.S. 431, Livermore.KACo. pays legal bills of accused county officialsLEXINGTON -- Elected county officials in Kentucky who run afoul of the law can have their legal bills paid through an insurance policy provided by a nonprofit lobbying group set up for the state's counties.Police say mother, daughter homicide victimsLOUISVILLE -- Louisville police say they have gathered "a lot of evidence" but have made no arrests in the case of an 83-year-old woman and her daughter who were found stabbed to death.GRITS parking garage project moves aheadThe last time Dan Lanham delivered an update on the downtown parking garage project being built for the Green River Intra-County Transit System, the project was at a standstill, and Lanham was uncertain when things would get moving again or when it would be finished.Four area counties receive state funds for children's councilsCommunity Early Childhood Councils in Daviess, Hancock, McLean and Ohio counties have received funds for Fiscal Year 2010 from tobacco settlement monies.Officials warn parents after 2 pool drowningsBOWLING GREEN -- Bowling Green officials are reminding parents about pool safety after two children apparently drowned recently.Reward offered in poisoned-dog casesSOMERSET -- The Pulaski County Humane Society is offering a reward for information regarding the poisoning deaths of several dogs.Gambrinus to open in Smith-Werner building downtownIf all goes as planned, the first business in the Smith-Werner building downtown will open its doors this fall. |
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