Barn Quilt Squares becoming more popular in the county

The quilt pattern above is on the barn of Eddie and Tammy Kirsch on Morford Road. It's called the Missouri Star Quilt Square. Photo by Roger McKinney.

The quilt pattern is called the Lone Star and it hangs on the barn of Billy and Peggy Browning on U.S. 27 south of Falmouth. Photo by Roger McKinney.

Above we have the Friendship Star Quilt square that hangs on the barn of Ed and Betty Bierman, off of Route 10, near Peach Grove. Photo by Roger McKinney.

In the September 18th issue of the Falmouth Outlook this reporter wrote an article about quilt squares, which appeared on the front page and stated that only three squares existed in the county. Since that time it has been brought to our attention that eight other squares are also on display. Five are located near Peach Grove, two are off Route 10 on Morford Road and another is situated slightly south of the Cardinal Ridge subdivision, on U.S. 27. I regret not including these squares in the original story. We will run more quilt squares in next week's edition. If our readers have, or know of any other barn quilt squares in the county, contact the Falmouth Outlook at 654-3332. By Roger McKinney, Reporter

Reward offered for vandalism at athletic park

A reward is being offered in return for information leading to the arrest and conviction of person or persons who did the vandalism of the ground lights at the main sign in the Pendleton Athletic Park. If you have any information please contact the Pendleton County Sheriff's Department at 654-4511 or the Falmouth Police at 654-5555.

Butler Council votes no to alcohol sales

There was discussion at the October 1 meeting about the sale of alcohol in the City. Mayor Reid stated that we have four churches, two rest homes, two day cares and a Masonic Lodge where Alcoholic Anonymous meets; and with all that we do not need alcohol being sold in town.There was a motion made by Greg McElfresh and seconded by Taylor, to not allow the sale of alcohol in the city. Motion carried.

Butler Fire Chief Randy Brossart advised council that there is positively no outdoor burning.

Mary Saylor presented a letter to Council explaining she thought they should put recycle bins at the Williams Price Apartments.

Attorney Judy Wright gave Chief Hale the nuisance ordinance letters she had typed for him to mail to the offenders. She also gave the Mayor copies of the revised ordinances to be read later.

Gerald McElfresh told Council that there is an addition being built at the dog pound for cats. He asked that the city get the attorney to amend the dog ordinance to include cats. Discussion will be held at next meeting.

For more of this story, see this week's Falmouth Outlook

Sign-up announced for State Cost-Share and EQIP Programs

USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is now accepting applications for the Fiscal Year 2008 EQIP (Environmental Quality Incentives Program. The deadline for the first ranking period is October 31, 2007, however, one can apply at anytime for the EQIP program with applications held until the next funding period.

With the recent severe drought water distribution and pasture availability has shown to be the critical factor in making livestock management decisions. The EQIP program is incentives (cost share) is paid to assist farmers with water distribution; rotational grazing system design, set up and management; pasture and hayland plantings; animal waste structures; fencing of woodlands and streams (NO boundary fence); heavy use feeding areas and critical area plantings. These are examples of the most common practices utilized in our area. Other practices are available and determined by what is needed to address the resource concerns on your land.

To be eligible for livestock related practices, livestock must be present. Applications will be accepted until October 31, 2007. Applications will then be processed, ranked and selected for funding by December 31, 2007. After funding notification, contracts will be drawn up and signed. Once contracts have been signed and NRCS designs completed the project can be started. No projects will be funded that are already installed or started prior to the contracting process.

For more of this story, see this week's Falmouth Outlook

Pictured is the Pendleton High School Wildcat soccer team after they claimed their second consecutive 23rd District Championship. They defeated St. Patrick 3-1 Friday at the Grant County soccer field. Photo by Bruce Reller, Jr.

Pendleton Wildcats Soccer Team - Back to Back District Champs!

By Bruce Reller, Jr., Reporter

"Repeat, Repeat!" shouted the Pendleton High School boy's soccer team after its game against St. Patrick Friday at the Grant County soccer field.

The Wildcats had just defeated their opponents 3-1 to claim their second consecutive 23rd District Title.

"It feels good! It's great! Our boys worked hard for it. We have finally proved that we are the best team in the district," Pendleton head coach Billy Matthews said.

The Wildcats scored their first goal 10 minutes into the game. Kyle Feebeck scored the goal, and Pendleton went into halftime with that 1-0 lead.

The Wildcats put the defensive pressure on St. Pat the whole game. St. Pat scored their lone goal late in the second half.

"This season, we have been known as an offensive team," Matthews explained. "It's easy to put points on the board, but it's hard to keep points off the board. We were attacking the board. We were aggressive."

Matthews continued, "We controlled the ball. We pressured them everywhere. We denied them scoring opportunities."

Pendleton scored a couple of insurance goals in the second half. Korey Workman scored midway through the half, and 8 minutes later, Travis Rawe made it 3-0 with a header off a ricochet off the pole (assist went to Matt Feltner).

For more of this story, see this week's Falmouth Outlook

2008 Relay For Life kick off meeting November 9

The 2008 Relay For Life of Pendleton County will be held on Friday, June 6, 2008 thru Saturday, June 7, 2008, 7:00 p.m. - 7:00 a.m. at the Pendleton County Fairgrounds.

This year's theme will be MargaRELAYville (a Jimmy Buffett/beach-inspired theme!)

The kickoff meeting date will be at 6:30 p.m. Friday, November 9, 2007 at the Pendleton County Extension Office.

2008 Event Committee members are: Bridget Browning, Chair; Kailyn Campbell, Kelly Colemire, Bronica Kavanaugh, Roger McKinney, Brandi Moreland, Emily Pickett, Casey Pugh, Kim Rorick, Kristen Sheanshang (ACS Representative), Crystal Shouse, and Jodie Tackett.

"We hope to have a big turnout for the Kickoff Meeting, and want to encourage everyone to attend including 2007 team members, volunteers and sponsors, as well as anyone interested in the 2008 event. They are also seeking volunteers to serve on the 2008 event committee.

Individuals seeking more information about the 2008 event should contact Event Chair Bridget Browning at 859-322-6917 or at bridget.browning @pendleton.kyschools.us.

Josh Gregg arrested for burglary at Falmouth business

Falmouth Police Department has conducted an investigation on a burglary that occurred September 5 at Dixie Feed on Maple Avenue in Falmouth.

Josh Gregg, of Falmouth, was picked-up on an arrest warrant and evidence was seized. He was charged with burglary and receiving stolen property.

Cheerleaders to hold Chili Cook-Off, Friday, October 19

The Pendleton County Cheerleaders will hold a Chili Cook-Off from 5-7 p.m. Friday, October 19 (prior to the football game) at Sharp Middle School.

To enter the cook-off call 859-912-3883 and leave a message. Deadline to enter is October 17. The winner will receive a $20 gift certificate to the Assembly Café.

It will cost $5 to sample and vote for your favorite chili. All proceeds will go to help defer the cost of cheerleading squad expenses.

Family recipes needed for holiday recipe booklet

We would like to print a holiday recipe book and fill it with your favorite family recipe for meat, dessert, vegetables, bread, fruit dishes and any other ones you'd like to submit.

Gather them up make a copy or write the recipe down and drop it off at the office or mail it to: Holiday Recipe, The Falmouth Outlook, P.O. Box 111, Falmouth, KY 41040. You can also e-mail it to us at: news @falmouthoutlook.com. We have some of the best cooks in the country right here in our county. Don't wait, look them up now!

Additional articles this week:

Mattox promoted to highest Warrant Officer rank in U.S. Army

Sharp Volleyball team takes first at tournament

Wildcats fall to 2-5 with loss at Nicholas County

Woodmen of the World donate flag poles to Athletic Park

Pendleton students volunteer for American Cancer Hope Ride

and more!!