City water not flowing

Posted by John Humphress on Aug 4, 2011

Yes you paid the bill and your water is not shut off. The water company is working on the line at water plant. More details to follow.

New Lebanon road to be resurfaced beginning July 18

Posted by John Humphress on Jul 15, 2011

The Kentucky Dept of Transportation and Nally & Haydon will begin milling and paving operations on US68 (New Lebanon Rd) in Taylor County, beginning at the fairgrounds and proceeding to the Marion County line on Monday July 18 through Friday August 5. (3 weeks)   There will be “one way alternating traffic” during the hours of 7:30 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.

There will also be a large amount of dump truck traffic entering and exiting the work area. Please be patient and use caution as you travel this section of road during the next few weeks.

Two Vehicle Accident on Hwy 289 Traps Arm of One Driver

Posted by John Humphress on Jul 11, 2011

(07-10-2011 – 08:07 pm) Justin Hayes, age 21 from Campbellsville, Ky., operating a 2003 Chevy Tahoe was attempting to turn left from Highway 289 onto Fern Drive.  Hayes stated he did not notice a 2003 Kia Optima operated by Kathy McElroy, age 50 also from Campbellsville, Ky. approaching and he turned into the path of her vehicle. Hayes was trapped when his vehicle overturned and his arm was pinned beneath it.  Hayes was freed by Taylor Co. Rescue and transported to Taylor Regional Hospital. Two passengers in the Hayes vehicle, Adam Rhodes and Ben Callahan  were not injured.  McElroy was also treated at the scene and transported by Taylor Co. Rescue to Taylor Regional Hospital. The condition of both is not available.

Two Vehicle Accident on Hwy 68 Results in One Fatality

Posted by John Humphress on Jul 9, 2011

(07-08-2011) James Loy, age 33 from Lebanon, Ky. was operating a 2011 Dodge truck and was east bound on US 68 when he noticed a pickup truck in front of him with its left turn signal on. When Loy applied his brakes his vehicle went to the left on the wet road and crossed over into the west bound lane striking a 2000 Mercury Sable operated by 50 year old Barry Barnes from Bardstown, Ky. Barnes vehicle caught fire, but was quickly extinguished by Loy and an unknown motorist. Barnes was pronounced deceased at the scene by Taylor County Coroner Terry Dabney. Loy was transported to Taylor Regional Hospital for his injuries by Campbellsville Taylor County Rescue. Taylor County Fire Department and Kentucky State Police  also assisted at the scene.

Campbellsville Pays Respect to Fallen Adair County Firefighter

Posted by John Humphress on Jul 8, 2011

(07-08-2011) Campbellsville and Taylor County Emergency Services lined up on Hwy 210 to pay their respect to fallen firefighter Charles Sparks of Adair County. Sparks suffered a heart attack last week while fighting a house fire and was taken to hospital were he passed away early this morning.   Sparks was being transported back to Adair County from Louisville, Ky.  in the picture above.

Motorcycle Accident Sends Alabama Man to Hospital

Posted by John Humphress on Jul 7, 2011

(Campbellsville, KY) – The experienced lawyer andrew cobos is investigating a collision that occurred Thursday evening at 5:35pm, 5 miles East of Campbellsville on U.S. 68 to help the Kerrie Benningfield with the personal injuries of this collision.

James M. Lynch, age 46 of Madison Alabama was traveling East on U.S. 68 on a 2006 Yamaha motorcycle when he failed to notice a vehicle stopped in front of him. Lynch swerved to avoid a collision with that vehicle and struck a 1995 Honda Accord being operated by Kerrie Benningfield, age 19 of Campbellsville.

The driving age in Arizona is being reconsidered in light of the increases in accidents reported. The road safety laws seem to be insufficient.

Benningfield was also traveling East on U.S. 68 attempting a left turn when her vehicle was struck. Lynch was not wearing a helmet, he was checked at the scene by Taylor County EMS and transported by private vehicle to the Taylor County Regional Hospital. To take immediate action, the Bauman Law – San Bernardino were informed of this incident as many aspects of this accident needed to be cleared, including the filing of the insurance claim.

Benningfield, along with two passengers in her vehicle: Austin Benningfield, age 14 and Chase Burton, age 14 both of Campbellsville were all wearing a seatbelt and not injured. Trooper Underwood was assisted at the scene by the Taylor County Sheriff’s Department and Campbellsville/Taylor County Rescue, the case got taken care of by the Miami FL motorcycle accident law firm.

We all know that riding a motorcycle is one of the greatest pleasures you can experience in life, yet only a minority of people in the auto-obsessed Western world actually ride. This can be explained partially by the perceived danger of riding a motorcycle. Whether the severity of that danger is real or just a misconception is debatable, but let’s unpack some facts and figures about the risk factors involved with riding, and review some of the ways we can avoid becoming another National Highway Traffic Safety Administration statistic.

It is also important for the victims of car accidents to file a claim. If you have lost a loved one in a tragic car accident, seeking the help of a Texas fatal accidents lawyer can provide the expertise and support needed to navigate the legal complexities and pursue justice. You can always contact a car accident lawyer Pasadena that will fight for your rights and help you get the compensation you deserve. Car crash in New Jersey? Call a car accident lawyer from Judd Shaw Injury Law.

Reliability is a big concern when you’re buying a motorcycle, crotch rocket is a smaller, lighter version of a motorcycle that riders prefer. Arguably, motorcycling requires more focus and brain function than driving a car. The act itself is both more physically and mentally draining than driving anything with four wheels, with the exception of F1 cars and the like. There are more variables and therefore more opportunities for error. It’s not like Murphy’s law is synonymous with riding, but when things go wrong on a motorcycle consequences can be exponentially worse.

Lebanon Ave being Repaved July 11

Posted by John Humphress on Jul 7, 2011

Starting July 11 thru July 15, Nally & Haydon will be paving KY Hwy 289 Lebanon Ave/Rd from Broadway north approximately 4 miles to Owl Creek Bridge. There will be one way alternating traffic control between the hours of 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Expect delays and use alternate route if possible.

Greensburg Man Charged with Sexual Abuse, Rape of Victim Under 12

Posted by John Humphress on Jul 7, 2011

On July 6, 2011 Trooper David Smith with the Kentucky State Police arrested George H Colvin, age 40 at 200 Nancy St, Greensburg, Ky. on a Taylor County warrant for sexual abuse 1st and rape 1st. This warrant was a result of an investigation conducted by the Taylor County Sheriff’s Office. On April 25, 2011 and June 23, 2011 it was reported that Mr. Colvin had sexual contact with a victim under the age of 12. Mr. Colvin was lodged in the Taylor County Detention Center

Green County Teen Drowned on the Fourth of July

Posted by John Humphress on Jul 5, 2011

CAMPBELLSVILLE, Ky. (AMW) – A Green County teenager drowned on the Fourth of July, exactly one year following the last drowning to occur in Taylor County.

Daniel Cody Matney, 14, was pulled from the Green River shortly before 8 a.m. ET and pronounced dead at the scene by Taylor County Coroner Terry Dabney.

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Missing Green County teenager feared drowned

Posted by John Humphress on Jul 5, 2011