Local News

Ashley Spalding
 A.P.R.N.
 
Stroke is the leading cause of long-term disability in the United States and the third leading cause of death. According to the American Stroke Association, roughly 800,000 Americans per year will suffer from a stroke.

Fortunately, individuals who understand warning signs and risk factors can significantly reduce their risks of having a stroke.

In last Friday’s regularly scheduled meeting of Washington County Fiscal Court, the main topic of discussion centered around the first reading of an ordinance for on-site disposal systems.

Washington County Environmentalist Kate Peake was present at the meeting to discuss what the ordinance entails.

To start the conversation, Washington County Judge-Executive John Settles stressed that the ordinance would only affect electrical reconnects and has “nothing to do with new service.”

Over the last 40 years, a lot has changed at Lincoln Homestead Golf Course.

Four different course managers (Jimmy Ballard, Bill Padgett, Gary Feldman and Bobby Bartholomai) have taken the reins, the course has undergone major changes and the popularity of the 18-hole attraction has increased drastically. Throughout that time, the course has had one constant, and that’s Ruby Noel.

That is until Noel, or Miss Ruby as she’s known by many, stepped away from her position as clerk at the pro shop last week and into retirement.

Stephanie Carey has established herself as one of the top trap shooters in the collegiate ranks, and she’s done so without the benefit of any formal coaching.

The senior at the University of Kentucky raked in numerous high overall trophies in the ladies’ division this past season and placed tied for 12th overall in American trap at the ACUI (Association of College Unions International) national competition in March, while leading the Wildcats to a fifth-place overall finish in the second division.