http://http://www.kentucky.com/141/index.xml News, sports, and entertainment from Kentucky.com en-us Copyright 2009 Kentucky.com Communities 60 Thu, 01 Jan 2009 04:03:50 EST http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss McClatchy Interactive's Workbench webmaster@kentucky.com http://www.kentucky.com/141/story/641723.html http://www.kentucky.com/141/story/641723.html Wed, 31 Dec 2008 03:09 EST
And when they pass away, they leave a hole in our hearts.

Sometimes, the best therapy is to share their stories with others.

By popular demand, the Herald-Leader again offered bereaved pet owners the opportunity to pay tribute to their deceased pets. We received more than 50 tributes, far more than we can print. ]]> http://www.kentucky.com/141/story/642594.html http://www.kentucky.com/141/story/642594.html Wed, 31 Dec 2008 02:40 EST
The Herald-Leader is looking for people to blog and post pictures about events and news in their county at Kentucky.com.

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For more information or instructions, e-mail Communities editor Risa Richardson at rrichardson@herald-leader.com. ]]> http://www.kentucky.com/141/story/642587.html http://www.kentucky.com/141/story/642587.html Wed, 31 Dec 2008 02:40 EST
The Federation of Appalachian Housing Enterprises Inc., a non-profit lender based in Berea, recently was named one of the awardees of the Wachovia NEXT Awards for Opportunity Finance. FAHE received the $25,000 Innovation Award for its pioneering application of low-income housing tax credit financing in rural areas. In less than two years, FAHE Capital a new business of FAHE has successfully used the tax credits to bring more than $17 million in private equity investments to develop affordable rental units in rural communities. ]]> http://www.kentucky.com/141/story/642586.html http://www.kentucky.com/141/story/642586.html Wed, 31 Dec 2008 06:44 EST
Air Force Airman 1st Class Jessica M. Kirksey has graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio. She is the daughter of Tracey Kirksey of Lexington and a 2008 graduate of Bryan Station High School.

Air Force Airman Donnell S. Davis has graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio. He is the son of Miguiel Davis of Lexington and a 2008 graduate of Dunbar High School.

Air Force Airman Adam C. Humphrey has graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio. Humphrey is the son of Chris Humphrey of Lexington and a 2006 graduate of Tates Creek High School. ]]> http://www.kentucky.com/141/story/642585.html http://www.kentucky.com/141/story/642585.html Wed, 31 Dec 2008 06:44 EST

Fayette County

Marriage Licenses

Misty Dawn Marler and Matthew Sherman Cornelius. ]]> http://www.kentucky.com/141/story/637182.html http://www.kentucky.com/141/story/637182.html Wed, 24 Dec 2008 07:53 EST
Some kids gawk in awe and fascination. Others jump on his lap and give him hugs and kisses and have to be lugged and bribed away.

Still others wait in line with their parents for hours, only to freeze with fear when it's their turn with to meet with the jolly fellow.

We asked readers to send us cute pictures of their kids and pets with Santa.]]> http://www.kentucky.com/141/story/637007.html http://www.kentucky.com/141/story/637007.html Wed, 24 Dec 2008 07:31 EST
Ron Shashy, a Lexington ear, nose and throat surgeon, competed Oct. 25 in The Great Floridian Triathlon, an Ironman long-distance event in Clermont, Fla. Shashy completed the 2.4-mile swim, 112-mile bike ride and 26.2-mile marathon in 10 hours and 56 minutes. He placed 17th among approximately 275 competitors.

He competed in the event less than six months after breaking a pelvis and separating a shoulder in a bike accident in North Middletown.

He is training to participate in the Ironman European Championship on July 5 in Frankfurt, Germany, and in the Ironman Louisville competition on Aug. 30. ]]> http://www.kentucky.com/141/story/637013.html http://www.kentucky.com/141/story/637013.html Wed, 24 Dec 2008 07:31 EST
Georgetown-Scott County Parks and Recreation received the Department of the Year award during the 2008 Kentucky Recreation and Park Society state conference. The award was given to the department employees for exemplifying viable parks, facilities and programs. Director Lois Holmes received the prestigious Fellow award. Sherri Nicholas, superintendent of recreation, was awarded the Professional of the Year award, and Kimberly Ethridge, a University of Kentucky doctoral candidate in family studies, received the Student of the Dr. Alton Little Graduate Scholarship Award. ]]> http://www.kentucky.com/141/story/637012.html http://www.kentucky.com/141/story/637012.html Wed, 24 Dec 2008 07:31 EST
Gov. Steve Beshear proclaimed Kentucky Human Rights Day on Dec. 10 in the state Capitol. The event commemorated the 60th anniversary of the signing of the United Nations Universal Declaration of Human Rights. The Kentucky Division of the United Nations Association held the ceremony for which the Kentucky Commission on Human Rights was a co-sponsor. The Kentucky e_SDHpCommission on Human Rights received 421 discrimination complaints from July 1, 2007, to June 30. That number was just short of an all-time agency high of 423 complaints in the previous reporting year.

The Kentucky Human Rights Commission is the state government agency that enforces state and federal laws against discrimination.

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Albin C. Whitworth, visiting professor of music and organist of the chapel at Asbury Theological Seminary, entertained guests of President George W. and first lady Laura Bush at a White House Christmas open house on Dec. 11. Whitworth, a world- renowned organist, pianist and composer of church music, played holiday selections on the piano during one of seven official Christmas open houses at the White House. Whitworth and his wife visit Washington, D.C., each December to enjoy the Christmas music at Washington Cathedral.

Last year, he was introduced to one of Laura Bush's aides during a tour of the White House. After learning about Whitworth's musical talent, the aide asked Whitworth if he was interested in applying to play for one of the holiday open houses. He applied, and in October he was invited to play.

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Recently, 26 St. Leo School middle school students attended the Kentucky Youth Assembly convention in Louisville and Frankfort, developing and presenting bills. Gregory DiBiasie was named an outstanding legislative delegate, and Olivia Ramsey was named an outstanding premiere legislative delegate. Gregory was one of 10 chosen out of 1,400 students. Olivia was distinguished among all sixth graders at the event.



Many cats need homes ]]> http://www.kentucky.com/141/story/629385.html http://www.kentucky.com/141/story/629385.html Wed, 17 Dec 2008 07:41 EST
Nothing could be further from the truth.

The neighborhood, just 3 years old, prides itself on being a close-knit community that knows how to have fun.

"We get together for Christmas parties, birthdays, pool parties, graduations, luncheons, just any way we can to keep neighbors connected," said Karen Guarnieri, who was one of the first to move into the subdivision in 2005. ]]> http://www.kentucky.com/141/story/629390.html http://www.kentucky.com/141/story/629390.html Wed, 17 Dec 2008 02:48 EST
The award is given biennially.

Imhoff has served at the helm of the Lexington Public Library since 2003, and under her leadership, the library has enjoyed tremendous growth, both in terms of facility improvements including the newly opened Northside Branch and the Village Branch, which was opened in 2004 and expanded in 2008, and the number of people attending its various programs.

"We want the library to serve as a community commons, the heart and soul of a community," said Imhoff, who will serve as president of SELA for the next two years. "Other than public parks and the public library, there is no other place in a community that serves all ages with accessible, free programs." ]]> http://www.kentucky.com/141/story/629394.html http://www.kentucky.com/141/story/629394.html Wed, 17 Dec 2008 02:49 EST
Take the other day, for example, when he was holding a bag of dog food in the grocery store checkout line.

"Got a dog?" the man next to him asked.

That was more invitation than Creacy needed. ]]> http://www.kentucky.com/141/story/629417.html http://www.kentucky.com/141/story/629417.html Wed, 17 Dec 2008 07:33 EST
The Arboretum is accepting submissions for Glories of the Garden , an art exhibit that will celebrate the world of plants. Photographs, charcoal, watercolors, oils, quilts, sculptures and any other type of artwork inspired by nature are welcome.

Artists must submit a four- by six-inch photo of no more than two entries to be juried by a panel. Each photo must be labeled on the back with the artist's name and the title of the piece. Entry fee is $5 per artist.

Selected artwork will be displayed in the Dorotha Smith Oatts Visitor Center at The Arboretum, 500 Alumni Dr., from Feb. 20-March 27. Entry forms are due by Jan. 13. Accepted entrants will be announced by Feb. 9. ]]> http://www.kentucky.com/141/story/629421.html http://www.kentucky.com/141/story/629421.html Wed, 17 Dec 2008 07:50 EST
Joseph Todd Tipton, 18, of Beattyville recently earned his Eagle Scout rank. For his project, Tipton cleaned up the Lee County/Beattyville Boat Dock area. He placed picnic tables with grills in the area along with a gravel walking trail complete with a bridge.

Tipton is a student at Lee County High School and a member of Troop 84. He is the son of Ricky and Betty Tipton of Beattyville.

scholarships/grants ]]> http://www.kentucky.com/141/story/629399.html http://www.kentucky.com/141/story/629399.html Wed, 17 Dec 2008 07:33 EST
Central Kentucky Gymnastics Level 4 gymnasts competed in the Bardstown Holiday Classic Dec. 7. In the 8-year-old division, Briana Charles tied for first place, Ansley Cooper placed second in the balance beam competition, Mallori Cooper placed second on both the uneven bars and vault and third on the balance beam and floor exercise, and Kayce Ireland placed third in vault. Kelsey Woods placed second on balance beam, third in uneven bars, and third in floor exercise in the 6- and 7-year-old division. In the all-around competition, Mallori Cooper placed second and Ansley Cooper placed third in the 8-year-old division, and Kelsey Woods placed third in the 6- and 7-year-old division.

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The Herald-Leader is looking for people to blog and post pictures about events and news in their county at www.kentucky.com.

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For more information or instructions, e-mail Communities editor Risa Richardson at rrichardson@herald-leader.com. ]]> http://www.kentucky.com/141/story/629400.html http://www.kentucky.com/141/story/629400.html Wed, 17 Dec 2008 07:45 EST
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