Welch holds first “Coffee with Your Councilwoman”
Councilwoman wants to hear from residents of District 13
Councilwoman Vicki Aubrey Welch is beginning a brand new year by once again extending an invitation to residents of District 13 to come out for “Coffee with Your Councilwoman” on Saturday, February 18th at 9:30am at First String Family Sports Grill. “This is an event designed to offer an opportunity to talk with your Metro Council representative one on one if you have an issue in your neighborhood,” says Welch. “My staff and I will be on hand to listen to your concerns. We will also update you on projects and initiatives currently happening in District 13 as well as all over our community.”The Councilwoman says “Coffee with Your Councilwoman” is designed to answer the following: Do you have a question about Louisville Metro Government? How about a concern for your neighborhood? Is there an important issue facing our community you’d like to share?The February “Coffee with Your Councilwoman” gets under way at 9:30 am at the First String Family Sports Grill, 5921 New Cut Road. Coffee is complimentary from First String Family Grill for those who come out to talk. Breakfast may be purchased at a reasonable cost. “This is a very casual and comfortable setting to have a conversation,” says Welch. “So come have a cup of coffee and just say “Hi” if you want. I would love to meet you!” To learn more about the February District 13 “Coffee with Your Councilwoman” contact Councilwoman Welch’s office at 574-1113.The Valley Report By Brian Tucker
Rumor patrol: Ashby Lane apartments "upscale", not "Section 8" Not a housing project. By Brian Tucker
There are rumors flying around the southwest about the housing development beginning to take shape near the Greenbelt Highway on Ashby Lane, and I think it is appropriate to address the issue to eliminate any confusion as to what is happening. Ashby Green Apartment Homes are now under construction at 7401 Ashby Lane. The complex is owned by W.M. Bullitt, LLC. Ashby Green is not "Section 8" or "low-income" housing nor is it a replacement for Iroquois Homes. It is not owned or being built by the government as a "housing project". Floor plans and examples of units that will be available are online at the company's website, ashbygreenapartmenthomes.com. The developers of Ashby Green welcome your questions and comments and have made their contact information available on the website.Use and reuse
The recycling center at 7219 Dixie Highway is open Tuesday-Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Materials accepted include cardboard, cans, plastic bottles, metal, paper, batteries including car batteries, motor oil and oil filters and more. They cannot accept refrigerator or AC units due to Freon, styrofoam, or plastic bags. Click here fore a more detailed list. Source Councilman David YatesGet action for your Neighborhood Association issues
How many times have you sat in meetings where a board member or visitor brought up an issue that needed to be addressed by Louisville Metro Government? Sometimes the item is discussed for a long time taking away valuable time on your meeting agenda. As association leaders, you need a tool to immediately funnel these concerns into a program to get action! Recruiting a volunteer to serve as your association's MetroCall 311 Neighborhoods Association Liaison could be the answer. This volunteer would attend all of your meetings and when a concern is voiced, they would record it and commit to entering it into the MetroCall 311 system for action. You also may invite MetroCall 311 and Councilman Yates and his staff to be a guest speaker at one of your association meetings. Contact Michael Bowman for more details. Source Councilman David YatesFind Your (furry) Love This Valentine’s Day!
The Kentucky Humane Society (KHS) will help you find a lifelong friend and a love that will last forever with a great offer – the chance to pick your price! For four days only, adopters can choose the amount they would like to pay for adoption fees on pets four months and older. Potential adopters must bring a much-needed item to secure this deal. Items needed include bleach, dog or cat treats, regular clay cat litter, used blankets and towels, and multi-packs of paper towels.All pets adopted from KHS have been spayed or neutered, microchipped, vaccinated and given worm, flea and tick preventatives – services valued at nearly $250. In addition to receiving a $100 Feeders Supply coupon book, adopters also receive more than $125 in KHS pet care gift certificates for behavior training, Doggie Daycare, boarding and more!For more information, call (502) 366-3355 or visit www.kyhumane.org to view pictures and profiles of all pets looking for homes at all KHS adoption sites. The adoption special takes place at nine permanent KHS adoption locations, including seven Feeders Supply stores. Adopters must pay for any applicable licensing fees and microchip registration. Adoption is pending approval of an application process that usually takes an hour or less. The adoption special runs February 10-14 only.The Valley Report By Brian Tucker
He's back: Hawkins to battle Thieneman in 37th district primary
Like a bad rash that won't go away, former Metro Councilman Doug Hawkins is back on the ballot. Hawkins joins fellow Republicans Chris Thieneman and John Yuen in filing for the State Senate's recently-redrawn 37th district - a political hot potato that is being thrown around in Franklin County Circuit Court. Incumbent Senator Perry Clark was drawn out of the district, and therefore is unable to retain his seat. Click Here to Read the full story from The Valley Report.Mardi Gras Gala
St. Andrew Academy is having their Purple and Gold Mardi Gras Gala on February 18, 2012. Doors open at 6 p.m. with cocktails and appetizers, Dinner 7:00-8:30, Live Auction 8:00-9:00, Silent Auction throughout the evening and Gambling 7:00-12:00 a.m. For a preview of the auction items visit http://www.biddingforgood.com/. Tickets are $30 a single or $50 a couple in advance, call 935-4578 ext 16. At the door, the tickets are $35 per single and $60 a couple. 7724 Columbine Drive, Louisville, KY 40258 ORG #1903Valentine Hikes at Jefferson Memorial Forest
Couples invited to enjoy hikes in romantic forest retreat
Romantic Valentine evenings await on Monday, February 13th, and Tuesday February 14th, at Jefferson Memorial Forest. For only $30, couples will be treated to a romantic candle-lit hike that ends with a view of Louisville’s lights from the scenic Manor House, where couples will enjoy hot beverages, rich desserts, and the cozy warmth of a hearth.“The natural beauty of Jefferson Memorial Forest is a great fit with Valentine’s Day,” said Tonya Swan, public education coordinator at Jefferson Memorial Forest. “Couples can have a romantic evening by taking a stroll through the grounds, then relaxing in front of the fire. We have many couples who have made this part of their Valentine tradition. They look forward to seeing other couples they have met in the years past. The Manor House offers enough room to sit together or find a romantic spot away from the group.”Jefferson Memorial Forest is located near Fairdale, just 15 minutes from downtown Louisville. The evening begins at 7:30 p.m. and is expected to wind up by 10 p.m. The hike is on flat terrain, but closed-toe shoes with tread are recommended. Couples are also invited to bring flashlights to the hike for added visibility along the trails. Hikes meet in the Horine Reservation main parking lot.Reservations must be made by Friday, February 10th. To register, call (502) 368-5404 or e-mail the Forest at forest@louisvilleky.gov. In case of inclement weather, those registered should call the 368-5404 number for cancellation information.
Scholarships for Unemployed and Underemployed
KentuckianaWorks is offering scholarships that will fund tuition costs, books and supplies for up to two years for unemployed and underemployed workers. Scholarships will provide up to $4,000 a year for two years. Training must lead to technical certification, associate’s degrees or completion of the last two years of a bachelor’s degree. In addition, up to $600 will be available during training to assist with costs like uniforms, tools or gear, licensure and exam fees, short-term childcare and transportation assistance.Learn more at www.kentuckianaworks.org.
SOUTHWEST YOUTH SOCCER
It's not to late to sign up!! We will continue to accept registrations through March 17. Orientation is this Saturday at the Southwest Assembly of God church at 4998 Valley Station Rd. Tiny Tots and Preps at 12 with Juniors and Seniors at 1. This is a great opportunity for those who missed registrations to come and get signed up!! If you have any questions, please call Elaine Burkman Parnell at 762-4064. Please bear with me if I don't answer and leave me a message. I WILL return your call.Income Tax Preparation Assistance Available!
AARP Foundation Tax-Aide 2012: The AARP Foundation Tax-Aide program will be providing assistance preparing income tax returns at the Southwest Government Center (7219 Dixie Highway) and Iroquois Branch Library (601 West Woodlawn Avenue) in addition to other sites throughout the city. Tax preparation begins today until April 15th. The sites are staffed with AARP Foundation Tax-Aide volunteers that have been trained and are certified by the IRS to prepare a range of individual income tax returns. In the case of inclement weather, AARP Tax Sites will follow the JCPS school closing schedule. A full list of Tax Sites is available at http://www.aarp-tax-aide-lou.org/Sites/sites.html.
Sun Valley Community Center: Families earning less than $50,000 a year can benefit from free income tax preparation at Sun Valley Community Center (6505 Bethany Lane). Tax preparation is available on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30am-7:00pm. Wednesdays from 9:30am-4:00pm, and Saturdays from 10:00am-1:00pm. Assistance is provided on a first come, first serve basis – please arrive at least 30 minutes before closing to ensure service. For information on what documents to bring, call 262-6211.
Source Councilwoman Vicki Aubrey Welch
Southwest Dream Team Meeting
The Southwest Dream Team has announced their first meeting for 2012. Everyone is invited to attend. Here is the announcement from Southwest Dream Team President, Vince Jarboe.
Save the Date!!!! Monday, February 27th at 5 p.m. for our first General meeting of 2012 for the Dream Team. National College has offered to host our meeting and we appreciate how they continue to step up to help us. The Southwest Dream Team mission states that we will lead a united Southwest Louisville to take action, to raise expectations and to energize our community. This upcoming meeting will show all our members that the mission is alive and well. We have helped to secure funding for the Dixie Corridor project (wait till you hear the amount) Our cultural and natural attractions committee has secured funding for a signage program and new branding ideas for our corridor. More details to follow.....And last, we are working with a developer to bring an exciting new retail concept to property that has sat vacant for far too long. Don't forget, save the date. It is a great day in Southwest Louisville! Vince Jarboe, PresidentSouthwest Dream Team - swdreamteam.org
Councilman Henderson will not seek re-election in 2012
Councilman Bob Henderson has announced he will not seek re-election in 2012 for the District 14 seat on the Louisville Metro Council. “I have accomplished what I set out to do to help improve the district and the time has come to spend more time with my family,” says Henderson. “I am proud to have helped the Metro Council begin operation under merged government.” Henderson was one of the founding members of the Metro Council when merged government began in January of 2003. He is a lifelong resident of Valley Station. Bob and his wife Patsy attend church at St. Peters Catholic Church in Valley Station. He is a past member of Riverport Community and St. Timothy Churches.He is a retired assistant general foreman for CSX Railroad and is retired from Henderson Consulting and Henderson Contracting. He graduated from Valley High School and served in the U.S. Army and the U. S. Marine Reserves. “I want to thank the people of Southwest Jefferson County who have supported me over all these years. We have focused some attention on areas where government has made a difference and have cleaned up some neglected areas,” says Henderson. “It’s time for someone new to come forward and serve the people of the district."Helping Our Neighbors"
Southwest Community Ministries
Annual Dinner and Auction Fundraiser
Highview Baptist Church, 5415 Valley Station Road
Saturday, March 24
6:00 p.m. Doors Open/Appetizers
6:30 p.m. Dinner Served
7:30 p.m. Live Auction Begins
Tickets are $20.00 each or $180.00 for a table of eight which includes a full page ad in the program. Program ads are also being sold separately. Items for Auction are being accepted now. Call Southwest Community Ministries (502) 935-0310 to purchase tickets, ads, donate items or for more information.Be a part of what we do.... There are many ways to help...
Readers' Wishes for the Southwest
ENOUGH IS ENOUGH!!! No more check cashing places and no more car lots. Shewwwww ....someone wake up and stand up against this ! B.H. 40272I TOTALLY agree with our area needing more upscale department stores. Who decided that the Southwest area doesn't have money ? Look around. The only reason that someone may have gotten this wrong idea about the Southwest is that we drive 30 minutes to the East end and spend our money in their area, BECAUSE WE SHOP AND WILL DRIVE the distance because we have none !! So, we just continue to make the East end and Outer Loop areas more "bountiful". Someone needs to get a clue. Bring them on and see !! I can remember when Bacon's had no problem filling their parking lot out to Dixie Hwy many days and nights. That should prove we have money to those with such a short memory !! B.F. 40258I have two wishes for the South End. Firstly, we need a book store. It's great that we finally have a nice used book store, but it's a half-hour drive to get anywhere with a good selection of new books. The limited selection on offer at Meijers, Walmart, and Kroger, just isn't cutting it. Also, we need a more upscale clothing retailer, something to replace our late, lamented Bacon's. Casual wear is easy enough to find at Burlington, TJ Maxx, and Marshall's, but there's not a decent place to buy a dinner dress in the whole south end. Missi Nussbaum, 40272I would like to see more shopping opportunities in the Southend. A Kohl's or other department store would be nice. I would also like to see a craft type store (like Hobby Lobby) in this area. I think people would spend at stores in this end of town without having to drive to the east end to shop. People in the Southend have disposable cash to spend but need quality places to spend it. Most here buy with cash - not credit cards. We also need a nice hotel for the southend area of Dixie Highway. When we have guests that prefer to stay in a hotel, we must put them 20 minutes or more away. PLEASE NO MORE CAR DEALERS OR QUICK CASH STORES. A.B. 40258I would like to challenge every church in Shively to use some of your open lawn spaces that is not used, to start creating a habitat for wildlife. This will have huge benefits. It will lower the cost of lawn maintenance and help the environment also. You can have the children help with this project. Plant things to help our birds and other animals survive. Plant things like evergreens that hold their needles in winter for protection for birds. Plant small trees and shrubs that produce berries for winter food. Plant coneflowers, blackeyed susans, butterfly bushes to help hummingbirds and butterflies. The idea is to go NATIVE with your plants. Very low maintenance once established. Our unused lawn areas are WASTED areas our wildlife desperately need. Will you join me in this project for Shively? Beverly NunnI would like to see a nice Craft Shop on Dixie Hwy where we wouldn't have to drive to Outer Loop or the East End to buy Beads for bracelets or other crafts etc,.We have NOTHING in this area. Please Help us. We are tired of car lots and money stores. Put nice stores out here so we can spend our money at this end of town. We are not poor; we use cash not credit cards; give us something besides Dollar stores. Anonymous from 40258There are many areas in the Southwest that need "SIDEWALKS". There is not a day that goes by that I don't see someone walking on the road. Walking on the road is very dangerous in the Southwest due to the narrow roads we have. Darkness magnifies the danger. I am terrified that one day I will hit someone walking on the road at night without any reflective clothing. Submitted anonymouslyI wish we could get a few nice motels in the Southwest area of Dixie hwy. We have plenty of visitors that don't need to drive from downtown or E-town to enjoy our community south of the great wall of Snyder..Mark 40272Leave your wish on the homepage
Metro Council unanimously passes revised illegal dumping ordinance that include vehicle impoundment
Impoundment could be as long as twelve months
Louisville Metro Council is sending a strong message to anyone illegally dumping in Metro Louisville. If caught, you not only face a fine, but impoundment of your vehicle for up to twelve months. The Council on Thursday unanimously approved, but all signed on as sponsors, to the new section to the illegal dumping ordinance. “I want to thank the Council for their strong show of support,” said Councilwoman Marianne Butler (D-15), the primary sponsor of the ordinance. “We now have another tool at our disposal to make it very costly for anyone who decides to use an alley, side street, vacant property or empty field as their own personal dumping ground.”With the new legislation, individuals choosing to illegally dump within Metro Louisville will not only face a fine but may have the vehicle used to transport the illegally dumped debris impounded for up to twelve months. The legislation allows for LMPD Officers, Code Enforcement Officers and any other city officials authorized to enforce any provision of the Louisville Metro Code the ability to enforce the new section of the Code. Prior to releasing any vehicle that has been impounded, all outstanding citations, towing, handling and storage charges shall be paid in full. During the review of the new law, Council members saw how easily hidden cameras, used by Metro Public Works in certain areas, clearly show illegal dumping and the vehicles involved. “We feel strongly that this new law will put a dent in the illegal dumping problem. At a minimum, it might make someone think twice before dumping debris,” says Butler. The measure will take effect once it is signed by the Mayor.Fairdale Library Opening Soon
The new $2 million dollar library will be open in February. Watch for details here about the new 7000 square foot facility's Grand Opening soon. South Louisville Community Ministries News and Events
- SLCM’s annual meeting will be held on February 21st at 8:30am at its offices (4803 Southside Drive). A light breakfast will be provided and anyone is invited to attend.
- South Louisville Community Ministries will be hosting its first annual golf scramble on April 23rd at Iroquois Golf Course. SLCM invites you to play or bring in a team to play. Any help in supporting the event would be appreciated, including buying a hole sponsorship for $100, playing or bringing in a team at $100 per player or $400 per team, or helping by donating door prizes. Call 502-367-6445 for more information.
- SLCM is always looking for Meals on Wheels drivers. This can take as little time as one day a month for 90 minutes on that day. Should you be interested please contact Terry Wooden at 361-7763 or email him at mowslcm@hotmail.com.
Welcome Home Party
VFW Post #1181 is having a welcome home celebration for the BLUE SPADERS...(1st Battalion, 26th Regimen) and their families on March 17th, 2012. The VFW will have dinner prepared for the soldiers and their families with live music and karaoke for entertainment....while this event will be for the soldiers and their families only....There will be a public welcome and possibly a meet and greet after the soldiers finish dinner.The VFW needs your support and support from the Southwest area to line the roads with people and flags the day of the event. Help VFW #1181 show the soldiers we are happy to have them home and show them the respect they deserve. Doors will be opening to the back hall at 4:30PM and the soldier dinner will start at 5:30PMThe VFW has lined up numerous musicians and good folks that are willing to entertain for free. There will also be door prizes for the soldiers and the VFW will need donations from local businesses and individuals to provide the soldiers with simple things like haircuts, manicures, dinner, movies, gift cards, or items for the soldiers children. Any donations would be greatly appreciated. Everything is free for the soldiers and their families. VFW #1181 is at 6518 Blevins Gap Road. Call 933-1181 for more information on how to get involved in the celebration or to donate items for the soldiers.Dinner will be for soldiers and their families only. Not open to the Public.Dollar Store is Now Hiring
All local Dollar Stores are hiring in Louisville. To complete an application be sure to attend their job fair at Jameson Inn Louisville South at 6515 Signature Drive. Applications will be accepted for all positions from 10 AM to 6 PM on Tuesday, January 31, 2012.VFW Post #1181 Valentine Dance
6518 Blevins Gap Road, 933-1181
February 11th, @ 8PM until Midnight
Steele Unbroken Band, $5.00 per person with free coffee and danish after the dance. No advance tickets needed....Tickets at the door...Always open to the public....
Second Sunday Cafe
The Mission Team of Bethany UMC will host the Second Sunday Cafe meal. An Italian theme with a menu of lasagna, spaghetti, pizza, garlic bread, toast and plenty of desserts will be served. Donations are requested. Proceeds will go toward various mission projects during the year. Bethany United Methodist Church, 6100 Moorman Road, Sunday, February 12th, Noon.Valley Woman's Club Scholarships Available
Deadline March 15th!
Applications for Valley Woman's Club Scholarships are in the schools. High school seniors should contact the Senior Counselor and JCTC students who will be second year students should also see the Counselor at JCTC for these applications. The information for completing the application is at the bottom of the application--ALL information MUST be completed and a written narrative included for the application to be considered by the committee. THIS INFORMATION MUST BE RECEIVED BEFORE MARCH 15, 2012. Valentine's Day Dinner
Southwest Assembly of God, located at 4998 Valley Station Road, Louisville, KY 40272, will host their 2nd annual Community Valentine’s Day Bash, Tuesday, February 14, 2012 at 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. There will be an elegant, sit-down dinner for adults and teens, a fun-filled program for children ages 12 and under, music, entertainment, prize drawings—a night out absolutely free to the Southwest and West Point communities.The mission of Southwest Assembly is to serve Southwest Louisville. The 2011 event was a huge success with more than 100 adults and 30 children attending. Fifteen area businesses sponsored prizes and supplies. The event is FREE but advance reservations are required. Contact the church office, 502.935.3257; visit Facebook, or go online www.southwestassembly.com for details.Rainbow for Girls Dinner
Help the Valley Lodge Hall support their youth organization. Come out and have dinner on February 19th from noon to 3 pm at the Valley lodge Hall at 9619 Dixie Highway. For more information their number is 937-3978.The menu includes: Fried Chicken, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Green Beans, Salad, Desserts, Drinks. Price per plate is $8. Open to the public! Please come and support our Rainbow Girls and join us for dinner. All donations are greatly appreciated.Summer 2012
Cracker Barrel will be open for business
At a groundbreaking ceremony on January 19, 2012 Bob Heuglin and Chris Thieneman announced that a Cracker Barrel will be built at the corner of Bethany Lane and 11000 Dixie Highway. The restaurant will have a country store and it will seat approximately 155 hungry customers. The lone residential house left on the property will remain and a privacy fence will be built. No other restaurants are planned as of yet but an El Nopal is on the drawing board. There will be enough room for two more restaurants and two 6800 foot retail/office spaces The Cracker Barrel will spur economic growth for Valley Station and create 40 to 50 jobs. Cracker Barrel will be open in mid-July 2012 but you may want to get in line now if you want a seat because it is expected to be a very busy restaurant. Valley Station Sonic Drive In Update
A fellow Facebook Friend, Justin Wheatley, contacted Sonic Drive In to find out the status of the Valley Station store reopening. Here is Sonic's reply. Thank You Justin!Mr. Wheatley,
My name is David Watson, a franchisee with Sonic Drive Ins. We have recently purchased 17 Sonic Drive Ins in the Louisville KY area. The Sonic on Dixie Hwy is currently closed but scheduled to reopen this spring or summer after an extensive remodel. We are currently remodeling several other locations and plan to start this one early spring as funding becomes available. Thank you for your interest. We agree that this location should be a great success. We look forward to your business soon.
Sincerely,
David Watson
Sonic Drive Ins
CLOSED
January 19, 2012 was Rumball's last day of business. Rumball's is on Terry Road and Lower Hunters Trace.
Also closed: Hometown Buffet on Dixie Highway
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YOUTH OPPORTUNITY SHOWCASE!
Saturday, Feb 18th, 2012, Kentucky International Convention Center, 221 4th Street * Exhibit Hall 1 A/B
This year, Kentuckiana Works Youth Career Center and partners are offering 16-21 year olds the opportunity to be ready to meet employers at the Showcase with a series of Workforce Education Training Workshops. The two hour workshop prepares youth for the job hunt with tips on how to dress for success, how to complete a job application on paper and online, expressing their transferable skills as they build a resume and how to conduct themselves in an interview. Young people can get more information about these workshops at www.kentuckianaworks.org/foryoungadults Source Councilman Bob Henderson
23rd Annual Spaghetti Supper
The Spaghetti Supper was started in 1990 and continues to be one of the successful fund raisers for St. Stephen United Church of Christ. Proceeds from the event not only sustain our church but allow us to continue and fund many agencies throughout the community including: Shively Area Ministries, Brooklawn Child & Family Services, Wayside Christina Mission, Home of the Innocents, Plymouth Renewal Center, Crusade for Children, and our annual Thanksgiving and Christmas Food Basket Program. In addition, our facility has been temporary home to several disaster relief agencies that have traveled through Louisville these past few years. We are able to offer food and lodging to those agencies as they help in our community. Last year we served about 300 dinners.22nd Annual Spaghetti Supper, Friday, February 10th, 4:00 – 7:00 p.m., Adults: $8 Children under 12: $3 Family Plan (parents and all children under 12): $20. Dinner includes salad, bread, and drink. Dessert $1 extra. Carry Outs available. Baked Goods Booth items priced as marked.
St. Stephen United Church of Christ, 1875 Farnsley Rd., Louisville, KY 40216, 448-2544
Submitted by Jim Lyman
Coach Davenport to tape show at Bearno's
Scotty Davenport, head coach of the Bellarmine Knights basketball team, 2011 NCAA Division II National Champions, will be taping The Scotty Davenport Show at Bearno’s in Shively (4105 Dixie Highway) on Tuesday, February 28th at 7:00pm. This taping is open to the public. Join Councilwoman Vicki Aubrey Welch in welcoming Scotty back to the South End and be a part of the Bellarmine Knights Fan Club!Source Councilwoman Vicki Aubrey Welch
2012 West Point, Kentucky River Days Festival
West Point, KentuckySeptember 13th-15th, 2012
This years annual River Days Festival, in historic West Point, Kentucky will be held from Thursday, September 13th through Saturday, September 15th, 2012.Much more information to come as we get more and more exciting vendors and events lined up. This years River Days Festival in West Point, Kentucky will have a little something for everyone. History, art, rides, games and much, much more! Throughout the event, the local history museum will be open! Come and see our town’s rich history.Our theme this year is "Proud to be a Kentuckian". We will have ALL Kentucky owned businesses at the festival. Keep it LOCAL!DATES & TIMES
Thursday the 13th: 5 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. Carnival & vendor booths at 5 p.m., Pageant at 6:30 p.m., D.J. Music from 9 p.m. until 11:30 p.m.
Friday the 14th: 4:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Old Fashioned Games for the children of West Point begin at 4:30 p.m., carnival and vendor booths at 5 p.m., live music at 6 p.m. Bluegrass!
Saturday the 15th: Carnival and booths at 12:00 p.m., Civil War reenactment at 12:00 p.m., Six Guns Entertainment at 1 p.m., Civil War Reenactment at 2 p.m., Six Guns Entertainment at 3 p.m., Parade at 4 p.m., memorial service to Veterans of West Point, Ky. at 5:30 p.m., live music at 6:30 p.m. Fireworks at dark- then more live music and carnival rides.
VETERANS MEMORIAL PARK, West Point, KY
Email: chris@no-reason.net
Or contact Chris Lueken at 502-418-5045
www.facebook.com/WestPointRiverDaysFestival
Crime Trends for the LMPD 3rd Division
Here is a summary of last weeks Crime:
Beat 1
2 separate incidents were reported on Pennacook Rd. A vehicle was reported stolen from a parking lot and a home burglary was reported also where an unknown suspect took electronics.
The Graston and Wellsworth areas had a rash of all types of crimes reported within the last week. 3 home burglaries, 2 thefts from auto and a theft from a yard were all reported. Vehicles involved in the thefts from auto were both left unlocked and 3 suspects were all caught by police inside of a home in one of the reported home burglaries.
Beat 2
3 separate thefts from vehicles were all reported on Beat 2 last week. In all cases, the vehicles were left UNLOCKED. Remember, if you have anything of value that you would report if missing, take it with you or simply LOCK YOUR VECHICLE.
Beat 3
Another theft of a Honda Accord was reported on Beat 3. Again, this has become a recent county-wide problem. Please pass along any info you may have regarding this theft.
1 home burglary and a theft of a moped were both reported on Flicker Rd.
MSD reports a sewer grate stolen from Pirouette. This is still a division wide problem and all tips regarding these types of thefts are welcomed.
Beat 4
No reported crimes.
Beat 5
If you see crime occurring, please contact the Louisville Metro Police Department. Call 911 for emergencies. Call 502-574-7111 for non-emergency related help or to find a towed vehicle. Call 574-LMPD to report crime tips. Do you know how to prepare yourself and your home in the event of a crime? Visit our Safety & Initiatives webpage to learn important tips for staying safe! Please call 911 if you suspect a crime to be occuring or 574-LMPD if you have information about any of these thefts. We appreciate any help from the community to solve crime. Please talk to all of your friends, family members, social and professional organizations and make them aware of this new service the Louisville Metro Police Department is offering. The more the information gets out to the commmuntiy the better our chances of keeping Louisville safe.Melton Food Mart will Reopen
After a telephone conversation with Joe Melton the original owner of Melton Food Mart The Local Weekly has learned that Melton Food Mart on 3rd Street Road will reopen in the next few weeks. The store closed for renovations and to revamp their food products and to add a new line of merchandise. Mr. Melton told The Local Weekly that there has been no change in ownership and the current owners will reopen the new and improved Melton Food Mart on 3rd Street Road. New additions to Meltons will be a $1 value food line which will include items $1 and cheaper. Also Meltons will add merchandise to their shelves to better compete with the bigger chain stores. According to Joe Melton rumors about an IGA or Pic-Pac replacing Melton Food Mart are wrong and he is overseeing the reopening of Meltons. Watch for grand reopening details here!ATTORNEY JOSEPH D. GAINES’ LEGAL MINUTE
CHILD CUSTODY: FATHER’S RIGHTS, GRANDPARENT RIGHTS, AND PROCEDURES
Child custody and visitation continue to be two of the major issues I deal with in my practice. The amount of calls I receive regarding child custody or visitation continues to increase as the economy continues to decline. This article will discuss father’s rights, grandparent’s rights, and what steps need to be taken to (hopefully) obtain or enforce these rights.First, despite the wide belief to the contrary fathers do not have automatic parental rights to their children. Grandparents also do not have automatic rights to their grand children. Mothers are the only parents in Kentucky who are given automatic parental rights upon the birth of their child. Second, fathers must understand that they have no automatic rights to their child but, they may have a legal obligation that starts at birth. In Kentucky, the custodial parent (a legal title given to the parent whom the child lives with) has the right to request back child support to the birth of the child until the child is four years old. This is why it is very important that fathers either seek a paternity test or admit to paternity of their children so that they can quickly consider their legal rights and obligations regarding the child. Third, the steps and procedures needed to obtain these rights and obligations can be confusing, but call me and I will help you every step of the way. Again, time is of the essence so don’t delay upon the birth of your child.Grandparents also do not have automatic rights to their grandchildren. Grandparent rights are also not fundamental to the Kentucky Constitution as parental rights are. However, grandparents can petition the courts to either give them custody of their grandchildren or give the grandparents rights to visit the grandchildren. Grandparents may lose the ability to seek visitation with their grandchildren through the courts if their children’s parental rights have been terminated. Grandparents, it is very important that you seek grandparent rights if the courts are trying to terminate your child’s parental rights to your grandchildren. Call me; I can help you with the steps and procedures needed to obtain these rights. Time may be of the essence for your rights as well.Remember, I am here to help you with all of your family, criminal, bankruptcy, injury, and disability law needs. I am one phone call away. Ask your friends and neighbors. I promise to personally work diligently, efficiently, and prudently on your legal matter until justice has been served. -THIS IS AN ADVERTISEMENT-OTHER ATTORNEYS IN THE FIRM MAY PERFORM SERVICES-Joseph D. Gaines Dunigan & Gorski, P.S.C. 821 S. Second Street (502) 569-6795 joedangaines@aol.com Joseph sueforyou Gaines (Facebook)Volunteer to Help Protect our Woodlands
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Feb. 10th 8:30am to 3:30pm: District 13 Breast Cancer Screening and Health Fair at Blessed Theresa of Calcutta Church (903 Fairdale Road). Mammograms for women 40 and over and free health screenings and information. Call 762-1410 for mammogram appointments – no cost to program eligible women without insurance, insurance filed for women with coverage.
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Feb. 22nd 12noon: FABPA (Fairdale Auburndale Business & Professionals Association) monthly meeting at the Aahmed Grotto in Fairdale. Light lunch provided by Grotto for donations.
Feb. 27th at 7pm: Scottsdale Neighborhood Association Meeting at Firefighters Local #345 Gym, 400 Bakers Lane.
Feb. 28th at 6:30pm: Fairdale Lions Club meeting at Clubhouse on Mitchell Hill Rd. Home-cooked dinner for $6 then meeting at 7pm.
Feb. 29th 9:00am-2:00pm: Riverport Business Association Vendor Fair – Health, Wellness & Safety Expo at 9001 Cane Run Road, Suite C.
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