Gas Price Tracker May 10, 2008
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Another No. 20 bound for win? May 8, 2008
Twin Cities Raceway Park Lawrenceburg Chevrolet Sprints, Crate Late Models, U.M.P. Super Stocks, U.M.P. Pure Stocks, U.M.P. Mini Stocks and Cruisers form the Saturday night card at North Vernon. Gates open at 4. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
More storms sack South Apr 13, 2008
Donald Perry walks by what's left of a truck, horse trailer and his garage in Lawrenceburg, Tennessee, Friday. A mother and two children were hurt when strong thunderstorms moved through southern Kentucky in the early morning, knocking over their trailer near Bowling Green. (CNN -- US)
High Winds, Rain Hit Storm-Weary South Apr 12, 2008
There were several reports of tornado touchdowns from local officials and residents in the area around Lawrenceburg, Tenn ... Signs of the storms littered yards near Lawrenceburg's city limits. (Click2Houston, TX)
Keightley dies at 81 Apr 1, 2008
com - Bill Keightley, 'Mr. Football Recruit Search. (Kentucky Sports -- Rivals.com)
Grace 5th in nation Mar 19, 2008
The Cougars only tournament setback came in the second round when they were edged 74-70 by the Christian Academy of Lawrenceburg, Ky ... Beauchamp scored 17 against Lawrenceburg. (Bainbridge Post Searchlight, GA)
Bill Clinton visits! Mar 18, 2008
Hillary Clinton, N.Y., in Lawrenceburg today, Tuesday, March 18, for a rare presidential visit. Lawrenceburg Mayor Bill Cunningham said Clinton was scheduled to speak at a "Solutions for America" Rally at the Dearborn Adult Center, 311 W. Tate St. Doors open at noon ... "I think this is unbelievable for a former sitting president ... to come to Lawrenceburg," said State Rep. (Aurora Journal Press, IN)
Kentucky Casino Gambling Plan Sparks Controversy Feb 22, 2008
Here in Lawrenceburg, they're getting some pleasure watching Kentucky bickering over gambling ... Bill Cunningham, Lawrenceburg Mayor: "Infighting always makes you happy. If you're in government and against something, get some infighting...it helps." ... Under Indiana law, Lawrenceburg entered into a development agreement with Argosy that last year meant 34-million dollars. (WKRC.com, OH)
CSCC to host reception for new president Feb 13, 2008
Columbia State is a two-year college, serving a nine-county area in Southern Middle Tennessee with locations in Columbia, Franklin, Lawrenceburg, Lewisburg and Clifton. As Tennessee s first community college, Columbia State is committed to increasing access and enhancing diversity at all five campuses. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Two years of celebration to mark Lincoln's 200th birthday Feb 11, 2008
By Jessie Halladay, USA TODAY LOUISVILLE When Jim Sayre of Lawrenceburg, Ky. began growing a beard in the late 1970s, people started to point out his resemblance to the nation's 16th president. (USA Today -- News)
Best of class Jan 14, 2008
Several students have excelled in competitions, including Justin Hughes of Lawrenceburg, who placed first in state and 17th nationally in the SkillsUSA competition. The AIPC is made up of industry professionals, educators in the field and education policymakers, who work to better automotive training programs, an ECTC news release said. (Elizabethtown News Enterprise, KY)
MP readies for another round of manager interviews Jan 5, 2008
The applicants not currently scheduled for an interview Kenneth Hinson of Lawrenceburg; Alan Faneca of Summertown; Randal Jones of Ashland City, ; H. Bradley Moffitt of Unicoi ; Lorie Langley of Culleoka; Roland Childers of Lawrenceburg; Ron Baker of Spring Hill, Fla. and W. Barry Baker of Loudon may still be added to the interview list by commissioners, McMullin said. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Coming Soon: Traffic signs, cameras on Interstate 275 Dec 15, 2007
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency considers Lawrenceburg Township to be in nonattainment for ozone and fine particles air quality standards ... CMAQ money has to be used in Lawrenceburg Township ... Johnny Nugent, R-Lawrenceburg, and Ninth District Rep. (Aurora Journal Press, IN)
Betty (Elizabeth Louise) Martin Nov 30, 2007
and Jim Terry of Lawrenceburg, Ky. Also surviving are 15 grandchildren. (Leitchfield Grayson County, KY)
Judge rules Fen-Phen plaintiffs can claim share of Curlin Nov 3, 2007
W.L. Carter of Lawrenceburg, one of the plaintiffs, was quite pleased. "I've got a smile on my face you couldn't wipe off with a pick ax," Carter told the Associated Press. (USA Today -- Money)
PREP BASKETBALL/VOLLEYBALL ROUNDUP: Hardin Christian wins one, loses one Nov 1, 2007
The Hardin Christian Cardinals fell to 1-2 with an 82-55 loss to homestanding Lawrenceburg Christian on Tuesday ... HARDIN CHRISTIAN DEF. LAWRENCEBURG CHRISTIAN, 25-9, 18-25, 25-8. (News Enterprise Online)
Gameday: Titans vs. Raiders Oct 28, 2007
9; Lawrenceburg TN WDXE AM 1370; Lebanon TN WANT FM 98. 9; Lebanon TN WCOR AM 900; Lewisburg TN WAXO AM 1220; Manchester TN WMSR AM 1320; Martin TN WCMT AM 1410; Martin TN WCMT FM 101. (CityPaperSports.com)
Women of Distinction Oct 26, 2007
The honorees this year are Dearborn County Citizens Against Substance Abuse Executive Director Donna Thacker; Partners in Health Business Manager Camille Eiler; Lawrenceburg Public Library District Director Sally Stegner; Main Street Aurora Karla Fry Schmeltzer and St. Lawrence Catholic Church Director of Religious Education Sister Cecile Deken ... After moving to Lawrenceburg she was told 30 years had to pass before she could be considered a native ... She has lived in Lawrenceburg 28 years,... (Aurora Journal Press, IN)
Talk of the town Oct 25, 2007
With Oldham County closing in it was very stressful, said Chrissy Baker of Lawrenceburg ... The bleachers at Warford Stadium have been full well before kickoff at every home game and Bearcat spirit banners, available in this week s The Anderson News, have popped up all over Lawrenceburg ... The Bearcat fandom has also reached alumni no longer living in Lawrenceburg. (Lawrenceburg Anderson News, KY)
Phony $50 passed in pool hall Oct 25, 2007
Hyatt said the man didn t initially stop, but did when Hyatt yelled to Tommy Vaughn, a retired Lawrenceburg police officer standing across the street, who helped by calling the police from his cell phone ... Lawrenceburg Police Officer Chris Atkins said the man was questioned and said he wasn t aware the bill was fake. (Lawrenceburg Anderson News, KY)
Conway levels critics of payroll tax Oct 25, 2007
Lawrenceburg resident James Ritchey entered last Tuesday s meeting during a discussion about the payroll tax and was immediately chided by Conway for a guest column he wrote the previous week in The Anderson News in which he was critical of court and its payroll tax discussion. Some people think they got the cure for county government, Conway said, directing his comments at Ritchey. (Lawrenceburg Anderson News, KY)
Candidates discuss payroll tax, other issues Oct 25, 2007
My district is near Lawrenceburg, but my interests are in the whole county. Article Search. (Lawrenceburg Anderson News, KY)
BRIEFLY: Lady Falcons head to State in volleyball Oct 24, 2007
UP NEXT: Hardin Christian plays at Lawrenceburg Christian at 7 p.m. Tuesday. YOUTH FOOTBALL. (Elizabethtown News Enterprise, KY)
Man killed, wife injured in ATV crash Oct 20, 2007
(AP) - An all-terrain vehicle crash last night in eastern Kentucky took the life of a Lawrenceburg, Indiana man and left his wife injured. Wolfe County Coroner Frank Porter says 39-year-old Rion Best died at the scene when his ATV crashed into a tree on Little Bloody Creek Road. (WKRC.com, OH)
Tournament results Oct 18, 2007
six fish, 18-14, $5,478; 7, Jonathan Edwards, Lawrenceburg, Tenn. six fish, 17-0, $4,566; 8, Brad Rodrigue, Pierre Part, La. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Two dead in crash on I-39 near Tonica Oct 18, 2007
Vision was obscured when a truck driven by Brian Wallace of Lawrenceburg, Ky. carrying a load of hay, caught fire on the interstate near Lostant. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Salt River watershed woes discussed Oct 18, 2007
Those in attendance, including several representatives from both Anderson County and city of Lawrenceburg governments, also were given suggestions about improving water quality ... And a flood study concerning Main Street flooding in Lawrenceburg is ongoing. (Lawrenceburg Anderson News, KY)
No action taken on payroll tax Oct 18, 2007
The issue was discussed at length during the work session held before the court s regular meeting at the judge-executive s chambers in Lawrenceburg. The court did not discuss the issue when it came up on its agenda during the regular meeting, which began at 7 p.m.. (Lawrenceburg Anderson News, KY)
Tuesday’s rain showers provide little ‘re-leaf’ from drought Oct 18, 2007
Water drips from a tree branch Tuesday after a brief shower doused Lawrenceburg. The shower did little to ease the extreme drought that has plagued Anderson County this year. (Lawrenceburg Anderson News, KY)
Fiscal court backs off mandated playing time for kids in youth sports Oct 17, 2007
The Anderson News - Online. Monday, October 15, 2007. (Lawrenceburg Anderson News, KY)
OPPONENTS ASSAIL PAYROLL TAX Oct 11, 2007
A large number of arrests are made by the Lawrenceburg Police Department, and the city doesn t pay anything for this ... Retired Lawrenceburg police officer Tommy Vaughn said an occupational tax would hit hardest the working poor, police officers and city and county workers, and suggested taxing only those who make over 50,000 a year. (Lawrenceburg Anderson News, KY)
Wild Turkey announces $30 million expansion Oct 11, 2007
Snyder added that the plant would utilize the old Lawrenceburg water plant ... We ll continue to purchase potable water from Lawrenceburg, he said ... Monday evening, when Lawrenceburg City Council issued a proclamation transferring the 12-acre site that includes its former water plant back to Wild Turkey Distillery, it was not just returning the property to the entity that donated the land to the city more than 50 years ago. (Lawrenceburg Anderson News, KY)
Payroll tax on tonight’s agenda Oct 9, 2007
The Anderson County Fiscal Court will discuss implementing an occupational tax along with other revenue-related issues during a special-called meeting tonight at the judge-executive s chambers on Main Street in Lawrenceburg. The meeting is scheduled to begin at 6 p.m.. (Lawrenceburg Anderson News, KY)
Ky. Candidates Turn to Christian Radio Oct 8, 2007
The Rev. Gene Koons of Corinth Christian Church in Lawrenceburg said the ads irritate him because both candidates seem insincere as if they're pandering to religious voters. Beshear's support for legalized casinos appears to contradict the beliefs that many Christians have against gambling, Koons said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
KCTCS taps Julian to lead Bluegrass Community and Technical College Oct 6, 2007
Julian will oversee BCTC's six campuses -- Cooper, Leestown and Regency in Lexington and the Danville, Lawrenceburg and Winchester-Clark County campuses. BCTC also holds classes at sites in Georgetown, Lancaster and Nicholasville. (Louisville Business First, KY)
Court orders youth coaches to play all kids Oct 4, 2007
At the recommendation of County Attorney Bobbi Jo Lewis, fiscal court passed a resolution requesting a written recommendation from the Lawrenceburg/Anderson County Joint Planning Commission relative to proposed changes in the zoning ordinance that would ease restrictions on placing mobile homes on property zoned for agriculture. This would allow manufactured homes, singlewides and doublewides to be placed on agricultural land. (Lawrenceburg Anderson News, KY)
One car dealer closes; another one sells out Oct 4, 2007
In the span of 48 hours, the owners of Lawrenceburg s two largest auto dealers had the city abuzz with speculation, but not because of fantastic sales or promotions ... Sutherland, who said a dealership he owns in Nicholasville remains open, said continued poor sales is the reason he closed his doors in Lawrenceburg ... With one of only two new vehicle dealerships closed and the other in flux, Sutherland said he s not sure if Lawrenceburg can support new car dealers. (Lawrenceburg Anderson News, KY)
Balch sentenced to 35 years in death Oct 4, 2007
In Anderson County Circuit Court on Monday, Randy Balch was sentenced to 35 years in prison for the March 2006 death of Lucinda Cindy McCormick, with whom he lived in Lawrenceburg. On March 15, 2006, Balch, then 33, walked into the Anderson County Sheriff s Department and announced that his girlfriend, McCormick, 50, was dead. (Lawrenceburg Anderson News, KY)
Get Out! Weekend includes wine fest, magic show and football Oct 4, 2007
Stringtown is one of four bands scheduled to perform Oct. 8 during the Lawrenceburg Rotary Club s inaugural Wine Festival at Lovers Leap Winery ... Sponsored by the Lawrenceburg Lions Club, the event features Roger and Lee Ann, a husband and wife team from Cynthiana who have traveled the country performing their magic, including numerous TV shows. (Lawrenceburg Anderson News, KY)
Music, fun and a touch of the grape Sep 27, 2007
Stringtown is one of four bands scheduled to perform Oct. 8 during the Lawrenceburg Rotary Club s inaugural Wine Festival at Lovers Leap Winery ... That s all it costs to hear four of the best bluegrass ensembles belt out their beloved tunes during the Wine Festival, sponsored by the Lawrenceburg Rotary Club ... The festival is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 6, at Lovers Leap Winery, located off Lanes Mill Road about four miles from Lawrenceburg. (Lawrenceburg Anderson News, KY)
Payroll tax on agenda for Oct. 8 Sep 27, 2007
The meeting will be held at the judge s chambers, located on Main Street in Lawrenceburg. The prospect of an occupational tax drew objections during a court meeting earlier this summer when the owners of two businesses said they were opposed to the idea, which was considered about 10 years ago and eventually defeated in lieu of the current insurance tax charged by the county. (Lawrenceburg Anderson News, KY)
Local diversity a work in progress Sep 27, 2007
It s (race relations) getting a whole lot better than it used to be, said Collette Johnson, director of Evergreen Childcare and Learning Center in Lawrenceburg ... Evergreen, located in the old school house once known as Lawrenceburg Colored School, is evidence of progress. (Lawrenceburg Anderson News, KY)
Ben F. McClain Sep 21, 2007
three sisters, Bessie Cook of Lawrenceburg, Ky. Dorothy Thacker of Indiana; Myrtle Daly of Shelbyville, Ky. (Leitchfield Grayson County, KY)
Three charged with meth lab in vehicle Sep 21, 2007
A routine traffic stop Monday night conducted by new Lawrenceburg Police Officer Jeremy Cornish resulted in the arrest of three men, who are suspected of operating a methamphetamine lab. Cornish stopped a 1995 Mazda 626, which was traveling 59 mph in a 45 mph speed zone. (Lawrenceburg Anderson News, KY)
Alton zoning issue will be discussed today Sep 18, 2007
In May, attorney Bill Patrick, representing Land Development Group Inc., asked the Lawrenceburg/Anderson County Joint Planning Commission to rezone the property. He said the group planned to construct attached single-family dwellings on the site. (Lawrenceburg Anderson News, KY)
Lawrenceburg event raises $25,000 to combat rare bone disorder Sep 13, 2007
Lawrenceburg event raises 25,000 to combat rare bone disorder. Mary Alice Birdwhistell s sorority sisters from Georgetown College support her and fellow brittle bones patient Adam Ayers as they lead Kentucky s first Wheel and Walk for Osteogenesis Imperfecta, held Saturday at American Legion Park in Lawrenceburg ... Kentucky s first fundraising and awareness event for the Osteogenesis Imperfecta Foundation, which took place last Saturday at Lawrenceburg s American Legion Park, was a huge... (Lawrenceburg Anderson News, KY)
After dropping over retaining wall, car strikes bank official’s vehicle Sep 13, 2007
Officer Jeremy Cornish of the Lawrenceburg Police Department secures the immediate area in the parking lot behind Lawrenceburg National Bank, as Regina Newman awaits a wrecker service ... A 2005 Chrysler 300 sustained damage to its front end Friday when it slipped over a retaining wall behind Lawrenceburg National Bank and landed on bank vice president Paul Vaughn s car ... Lawrenceburg Police Officer Jeremy Cornish, who investigated the accident, said no charges were filed. (Lawrenceburg Anderson News, KY)
Water district calls for cutbacks Sep 13, 2007
The rest is purchased from the city of Lawrenceburg. Article Search. (Lawrenceburg Anderson News, KY)
Complete Story Sep 12, 2007
Let s Talk Bourbon, Four Roses Distillery, 1224 Bonds Mill Rd., Lawrenceburg, 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.. A detailed seminar by the Four Roses Master Distiller, Jim Rutledge, looking at the history and process of making Kentucky Bourbon. (Bradstown Kentucky Standard, KY)
CL Financial buys Owensboro distillery Sep 12, 2007
the new owner of the former Seagram's Distillery in Lawrenceburg, has purchased the former Charles Medley bourbon distillery in Owensboro, Ky. The facility has been inactive for more than a decade, and the new owner plans to revive the Charles Medley brand, company officials said today in Lawrenceburg ... Lawrence Duprey, chairman of CL Financial, said the acquisition of Charles Medley gives it a Kentucky bourbon, for which demand is growing around the world, to go along with the American... (Cincinnati Business Courier, OH)
Court gives final OK to higher tax rates for vehicles, personal property Sep 6, 2007
On Aug. 21, the court voted to override the Lawrenceburg/Anderson County Joint Planning Commission s recommendation and change the county zoning map by rezoning 8. 75 acres of property owned by the Land Development Group Inc., from I-1 (industrial) to R-2 (attached single family dwellings, similar to duplexes). (Lawrenceburg Anderson News, KY)
Cunningham pleads guilty to misdemeanor theft count Sep 6, 2007
Lawrenceburg City Councilwoman Rose Cunningham, 65, pleaded guilty in Anderson District Court last Thursday to an amended charge of one count of theft by unlawful taking of less than 300. Cunningham, representing herself, appeared shortly before noon to enter her plea. (Lawrenceburg Anderson News, KY)
Getting the help they need Sep 6, 2007
At least two Lawrenceburg children were already benefiting from the center s services. It was open for a few weeks and we were receiving treatment there, said Alisa Hurst. (Lawrenceburg Anderson News, KY)
Inside Grant County Schools Aug 30, 2007
Hibbett's career in education began in 1978 as a teacher at Greendale Middle School in Lawrenceburg, Ind. He worked from 1980-1982 in Covington Public Schools before moving to Boone County schools. (Williamstown Grant County News, KY)
Bank robbery suspect caught in Indiana Aug 29, 2007
The man accused of robbing 1st Independence Bank in Lawrenceburg on Aug. 23 was arrested Tuesday afternoon in Indiana, the Kentucky State Police announced ... Police say Prewitt entered the Lawrenceburg bank, handed the teller a note demanding money and fled in a blue SUV driven by an accomplice ... Officers with the Lawrenceburg Police Department responded and pursued a blue 2004 Chevrolet Blazer down the Martha Layne Collins Bluegrass Parkway following the robbery, believing it to be the... (Lawrenceburg Anderson News, KY)
Council OKs lower tax rates Aug 29, 2007
The Lawrenceburg City Council met in special session Aug. 22 and passed on first reading an ordinance setting the tax rates for real property, personal property and motor vehicles for 2007 ... As the revenue generated by the new rates exceeds the amount that would be generated by the compensating rate, a public hearing will be held before the Sept. 10 meeting, scheduled for 6:30 p.m. at Lawrenceburg City Hall. (Lawrenceburg Anderson News, KY)
Applications pour in for sewer adjustments Aug 29, 2007
On Aug. 13, Mayor Edwinna Baker issued an executive order that allows Lawrenceburg residents to apply to have their sewer rates adjusted during the current drought. Many have applied, and 39 households were successful in getting their rates reduced. (Lawrenceburg Anderson News, KY)
‘PRETTY MUCH DONE’ Aug 29, 2007
Taking a break beneath a shade tree in the parking lot of First Christian Church on Main Street in Lawrenceburg, the trio of skating buddies lamented the church s decision to close its parking lot to skateboarders Sept. 1, saying it was the last place available for them to ply their craft ... Last summer, Lawrenceburg police cracked down on enforcing a law prohibiting skaters from streets and sidewalks after a skater swiped a hat from the head of a local businessman ... The push to build a skate... (Lawrenceburg Anderson News, KY)
City councilwoman’s trial to begin Thursday Aug 29, 2007
Lawrenceburg City Councilwoman Rose Cunningham s trial for allegedly stealing more than 2,000 from the Lawrenceburg Pierian Women s Club is scheduled for Thursday at 10:30 a.m. in Anderson District Court. A pretrial conference was held Aug. 20, but no additional information or paperwork was available following the conference. (Lawrenceburg Anderson News, KY)
Anderson teenager places 16th in national rodeo competition Aug 27, 2007
The Anderson News - Online. Saturday, August 25, 2007. (Lawrenceburg Anderson News, KY)
Bank robbery suspect remains at large Aug 25, 2007
Officers from the Lawrenceburg Police Department and the Kentucky State Police stand in the parking lot of First Independence Bank after the bank was robbed Thursday morning around 9:41 ... UPDATED, 11 A.M. FRIDAY - Police are still searching for the man who robbed 1st Independence Bank at 1015 Crossroad Drive in Lawrenceburg on Thursday morning around 9:50 ... Lawrenceburg police pursued a blue 2004 Chevrolet Blazer down the Martha Layne Collins Bluegrass Parkway following the robbery,... (Lawrenceburg Anderson News, KY)
First Independence Bank robbed Thursday morning Aug 24, 2007
UPDATED, 1:25 p.m. THURSDAY - First Independence Bank was robbed this morning around 9:41, Lawrenceburg police officials confirmed. Lawrenceburg police, along with the Kentucky State Police, have cordoned off the area surrounding the bank, located at 1015 Crossroad Drive just off the U.S. 127 Bypass ... Police apprehended the driver outside Bardstown, near mile marker 29 on the parkway, around 11 a.m., but according to Lawrenceburg police officials it was determined that the driver and vehicle... (Lawrenceburg Anderson News, KY)
County’s foreclosure rate soars Aug 23, 2007
What s causing this as much as anything is that there are lenders out there making loans to people who didn t qualify for the loan because of the lack of a down payment or marginal income, said Charlie Cammack, president of Lawrenceburg National Bank ... Jess Thompson, president of the Lawrenceburg office of 1st Independence Bank, said tried and true guidelines used by most banks have been tossed out the window with some lenders ... Ron Mitchell, owner of Mitchell Mortgage Co. in Lawrenceburg,... (Lawrenceburg Anderson News, KY)
City youth kidnapped, beaten, robbed Aug 23, 2007
A city youth was kidnapped, beaten and robbed Aug. 14 before being dropped off at Anderson County Community Park, the Lawrenceburg Police Department announced Monday afternoon ... Police have arrested Eric R. Lackey, 21, of 1072 Butler Drive, Lawrenceburg, and charged him with first-degree kidnapping, first-degree robbery, fourth-degree assault, and possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia ... Lawrenceburg Police Sgt. Chad Powell conducted the investigation. (Lawrenceburg Anderson News, KY)
Judges, police want limits on hydrocodone Aug 22, 2007
Hargrove, who also conducts drug court and tries to help addicted people, said a Lawrenceburg elementary school teacher who had taught children for more than 12 years became addicted to hydrocodone. She was in denial for years, the judge said. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
