9-1-1 Outage in Taylor County

Posted by John Humphress on Mar 16, 2011

Campbellsville – Taylor County is currently experiencing a 9-1-1 outage. If you have an emergency and dial 9-1-1 and it does not go through, please dial 789-3200. Windstream is working on the issue at this time.

Green River Lake State Park Trail Cleanup

Posted by John Humphress on Mar 14, 2011

March 12, 2011 – Green River Lake State Park held its spring trail cleanup this past Saturday. The focus of this trail cleanup was old dump sites that dated back to before the lake was built, we wer able to hire Pressure Washing Venice . About 32 volunteers showed up from several groups including Lindsey Wilson College, Campbellsville University, Friends of Green River Lake, Green River Lake State Park, Tim Horton’s Camp, Green River Stables, and several hikers, bikers, equestrians, and equestriennes. The Taylor County Detention Center brought 6 inmates to assist.

According to Sharion Abney, Green River Lake State Park Manager, about 1 ton of scrap metal was removed from the trails. Any money received from the sale of the scrap metal will be returned to the trail fund. The next clean up will be held in the fall. If you would like to volunteer or adopt a trail please contact the Green River Lake State Park.

Man Killed in Four Wheeler Accident

Posted by John Humphress on Mar 14, 2011

March 13, 2011, 04:37pm – Campbellsville Taylor County Rescue responded to a reported ATV accident in a wooded area one mile off of Raikes Hill Road in the Mannsville Community. After arriving on the scene rescue personnel observed a white male laying a few feet from an off road vehicle path. If you need legal assistance in cases involving ATV accidents to ensure your rights are protected and you receive proper compensation for any injuries, Columbia, SC personal injury lawyers can provide the expertise and guidance you require.

The subject was unconscious, Air Evac was contacted and landed on the scene. It was determined that the subject was too medically unstable to fly and was transferred to a medic unit and transported to Taylor Regional Hospital by Campbellsville Taylor County Rescue. Emergency Room Dr. England pronounced 45 year old Darrin Leonard Watson of 2799 Raikes Hill Road, deceased at 18:11 hours. In cases where someone passes away unexpectedly due to circumstances such as accidents or medical emergencies, seeking guidance from a personal injury lawyer can help clarify any legal concerns and provide support to the family during such difficult times.

Taylor County Coroner Terry Dabney and Taylor County Sherriff’s Department was notified and responded to the scene. The incident is still under investigation. If an accident occurs, reach out to florida accident helpers for assistance and guidance to protect your rights.

80’s Zumba Event held at Campbellsville Baptist Church

Posted by John Humphress on Mar 10, 2011

Jennifer Schuhmann, Kathy Jones & Danielle Lee all Licensed Zumba Instructors, classes in Lebanon, Greensburg & Campbellsville

Girls in 80s wear, from left to right, Jennifer Schuhmann, Danielle Lee, Jennifer Cox & daughter, Emily Keltner, Becky VanCleave, Angela McKay & Robbilyn Speer

March 5, 2011 at Campbellsville Baptist Church there was an 80’s Zumba Event hosted by licensed instructors Danielle Jeffries-Lee and Jennifer Schuhmann.  It was a two hour class from 10 A.M. to 12 Noon, all of the music was 80s songs, and there were 35 people who attended the event, so a great turn-out for such a rainy day!  A few of the girls that attended the event got into 80s spirit and wore their 80s gear!  Great prizes were given away including Aqua-Net, colored shoe strings, sweatbands, leg warmers and bangle bracelets (all 80s inspired)

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Campbellsville Hires a New Police Officer

Posted by John Humphress on Mar 10, 2011

On 3/10/2011 Mayor Tony Young swore in Daniel Forbis as the newest Campbellsville Police Officer.

Forbis is a life long resident of Campbellsville and graduated from Campbellsville High School in 2000. He attended St. Catherine College from 2000 to 2002. Forbis graduated from the Department of Criminal Justice Training Center in July 2009.

Forbis joins the Campbellsville Police Department with prior experience. He served as a patrol officer with the Lebanon Police Department from January 2009 to March 2011.

Forbis and his family reside in Campbellsville.

Statewide Tornado Drill Tuesday March 8th

Posted by John Humphress on Mar 8, 2011

As a part of Severe Weather Awareness Month in Kentucky the 2011 annual Statewide Tornado Drill will be conducted on Tuesday March 8th at approximately 10:07AM Eastern Standard Time.
The National Weather Service and Emergency Management will conduct the drill using an alert test message that will be broadcast over weather alert radios and broadcast stations, both television and radio.
Schools, businesses, governments and individuals are encouraged to practice their tornado safety drill and update their safety plan at this time.

Emergency Management strongly recommends for all public buildings to have in place a weather radio receiver that sounds an alert during severe weather. This is the quickest method of receiving warnings.

If your facility does participate in the drill, you are ask to go on-line at:
http://www.logiforms.com/formdata/user_forms/25701_7726379/87663/

and complete the survey. The county’s only fire siren will sound seven times at the beginning of this drill with the seventh blow being continuous for several minutes. In the event of stormy weather in the area, the drill will be canceled

Campbellsville Traffic Signal Work / Lane Closures

Posted by John Humphress on Feb 28, 2011

ELIZABETHTOWN, KY. (Feb. 28, 2011) — The traffic signal at US68 and KY70/527 (Broadway and Central Avenue) in Campbellsville will be out of service beginning Tuesday Morning, March 1st. Detours will be in place beginning at 6am. Deteriorating wood poles are scheduled to be replaced. During this time, left turn lanes onto Central from Broadway will be shut down.

Vehicles traveling east or west on US68 will not be able to turn onto Central Avenue. Also, South Central Avenue will be closed on the north side of 1st Street. Vehicles traveling north on South Central Avenue will use 1st Street as a detour to get to US68. North Central Avenue will be closed on the south side of Maple Street. Vehicles traveling south on North Central Avenue will use East or West Maple Street as a detour to get to US68.

Tractor-trailer trucks/commercial motor vehicles traveling north on South Central Avenue will use Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard as a detour to US68. Message boards will be in place to provide detour assistance.

Replacement work should be completed and by 5pm on Wednesday, March 2nd, depending on weather or unforeseen construction circumstances.

Teen on Bicycle Struck by Vehicle at Broadway and S. Columbia Ave

Posted by John Humphress on Feb 13, 2011

On Sunday, February 13, 2011 at approximately 7:00 p.m. James Robert Davis age 69 of Campbellsville was traveling east on Broadway at the intersection of North Columbia Avenue, when he struck a bicycle being ridden by Patrick Moran age 15 of Campbellsville. Moran was attempting to cross Broadway when he was struck.

Mr. Davis was not injured. Moran was transported to Taylor Regional Hospital for treatment.

Agencies Involved: Campbellsville Police Department, Campbellsville Fire Department, and Campbellsville Taylor County Rescue.

Investigating Officers: Officer Travis Begley

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KSP Releases Meth Lab Totals for 2010

Posted by John Humphress on Feb 8, 2011

(FRANKFORT, Ky.)  – Kentucky State Police (KSP) released the 2010 methamphetamine lab statistics today and the number indicates an all-time high in the Commonwealth.  KSP reports that there were 1,080 meth labs found during 2010, exceeding all previous year totals.
The top five counties with the highest incidents of meth lab occurrences were Jefferson (154 labs), Laurel (113 labs), Warren (70 labs), Barren (57 labs) and Hardin (53).

Earlier this week, KSP responded to a meth lab at a home in Leslie County where three children were found and treated for chemical burns at Hazard ARH Regional Medical Center.   A total of four arrests were made for that incident.

The 2010 methamphetamine lab response costs to law enforcement totaled $2.9 million.  This figure includes investigative costs, waste removal clean up, supplies, lab analysis, and transportation of waste from the scene.

Methamphetamine is not just a Kentucky problem. Occurrences of meth labs have been on the rise across the country and states are scrambling to find solutions.

KSP advises that if you suspect someone is making meth or you encounter a meth lab, call 1-800 DOPETIP (1-800-367-3847).  Callers can remain anonymous.

Snow in Elizabethtown

Posted by John Humphress on Feb 7, 2011