Butler woman killed in one-vehicle accident

A 23-year-old Butler woman was killed in a one-vehicle accident on Highway 17 approximately one-half mile south of Hwy 491 on November 20. Jacqualine Dollens, 23, of Mulloy Lane, Butler was pronounced dead at the scene. Pendleton County Sheriff's Deputy Jared Brewer worked the accident. A motorist traveling by saw the headlights from the vehicle and called it in to 911 Dispatch around 3:12 a.m. Exact time of the accident was not known. Officers said a heavy dew on the roadway may have caused the driver to lose control. The vehicle was almost on its top. Falmouth Police Officer Sgt. Aaron Arnsperger responded to help Deputy Brewer with traffic until other officers arrived. Chief Deputy Paul Vater responded to the scene. Constable Lou McCord helped with traffic and Deputy Todd Dennie responded to help. Photo by Jackie Vaughn.

Woman arrested for burglary and theft at optometrist office

Pendleton County Sheriff Craig Peoples recovered stolen property, shown above in a garbage bag, on November 19 that was taken from an optometrist office located on Highway 330. The burglary took place sometime over that weekend. Peoples arrested and charged Cindy Clos, 49, of Falmouth on November 23 with burglary and theft. She was lodged in the Boone County Detention Center.The back door to the business was apparently kicked in and around $6,000 worth of prescription eye glasses and frames were stolen.

School Board approves request for new bus garage improvements

Before occupying the new bus garage for Pendleton County Schools, the Board of Education has been advised that there are improvements needed. Based upon a recommendation from Superintendent J. Robert Yost, the School Board approved a BG-1 totaling $250,000 for proposed improvements. The BG-1, state form for school construction or improvement projects, must be approved by the Division of School Facilities of the Kentucky Department of Education.

Improvements outlined in a report generated by Gabe Jones of Sherman Carter Barnhart, architect for the district on the Pendleton County High School project, includes an earthwork package for site work, additional stone in parking lot, installation of additional block heater outlets, additional site lighting, new recessed 2 pole bus lift with associated concrete work, new task lighting in work areas, installation of data wiring, and costs associated with making the fuel tank operational.

Acquiring or building a new Bus Garage was a priority of the 2005 School District Facility Plan. Work could begin once approval from KDE has been received. Funds for the im-provements would come from the existing district's Building Fund.

The Board of Education met at Northern Elementary School. Principal Darell Pugh welcomed the Board to Northern.

Kenny Davis from Codell Construction provided an update on progress on the addition/renovation occurring at Pendleton County High School. Student occupied new classrooms on November 7th. Renovation work has started in the 100 hallway classrooms with a goal of completion by the Christmas Break.

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Falmouth Outlook Publisher and Editor Debbie Dennie, left, holds a plaque presented to her by the Pendleton County Historical and Genealogical Society for being named "Outstanding Person of the Year." First Vice-President Mrs. Nancy Bray, center, and President Patty Neuspickel, far right, presented the plaque.

Pendleton County Historical Society honors editor

By Jackie Vaughn, Reporter

The Special Projects Committee of the Pendleton County Historical & Genealogical Society have chosen their second recipient for the "Outstanding Person of the Year" award. This honor is for a special person who has helped to promote and preserve the past, present, and future history of Pendleton County. They have been awarded with a plaque, made specially by Peoples Trophies.

Mrs. Debbie Dennie, publisher and editor of The Falmouth Outlook, has been named the second winner of the "Outstanding Person of the Year" award.

"As editor of The Falmouth Outlook, Debbie has kept us all informed as to what is going on around us," said First Vice-President Nancy Bray of the Pendleton County Historical & Genealogical Society. "She not only reports on what is happening now, but also what has happened in our past. With photos and articles of the years gone by we are taken back to what it was like when our ancestors walked the same streets that we do today."

She and her staff have produced two pictorial history books of the county. Those editions have included early family photos and historical photos of the county and cities.

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Ryan Road issue researched by county attorney
Dean reports to judge and magistrates

By Roger McKinney, Reporter

After consulting with the Kentucky Association of Counties (KACO) and researching the fiscal court's responsibility in regard to a dispute over a closed gate on Ryan Road, County Attorney Jeff Dean stated at the November 13 fiscal court meeting that Judge Bertram and the magistrates had no jurisdiction over the matter. Attorney Dean based his opinion on the fact that the passageway had long ago been abandoned by the county and was taken out of its road maintenance system. The lawyers at KACO (the county's insurer) advised Dean that they saw no county liability in the situation. "If the differences between the opposing parties cannot be settled through agreement," said the counselor, "then those conflicts can be resolved by lawsuits." Magistrate Stacey Wells made a motion that the fiscal court not involve itself with the Ryan Road gate dispute. Magistrate Gary Veirs gave Wells' motion a second. The court's vote to approve the action was unanimous.

Judge Bertram gave a first reading to an ordinance requiring proper notification by Pendleton County citizens, who wish to perform legal burnings.

Rumpke of Kentucky Site Engineer John Fairchild requested that the fiscal court close County Road 1853 beyond the Pendleton County Animal Shelter. The lawmakers took no action on Rumpke's request during this session.

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Christmas tree decorated downtown

The city of Falmouth Mayor and several city employees decorated the city's Christmas tree November 16. The 20 ft. tree was donated by Scotty and Susan Bishop. The tree is located at the corner of Shelby and Main streets. The city invites residents to bring in a family ornament and help finish decorating the tree. Ornaments can be dropped off at the city hall. Drive through and take a look at the tree each week to see what's new. City of Falmouth employees decorating the tree are front row: (l-r) Ramona Williams, Falmouth Mayor April DeFalco, Tyler Figgins and Falmouth City Clerk Terry England. Back row is Falmouth Maintenance Supervisor Gary Lea. Photo by Jackie Vaughn.

Two arrested in connection with stolen chainsaw from residence

Pendleton Sheriff Craig Peoples has recovered a stolen chainsaw that was taken from the residence of Marty Powell on Highway 159.

Powell reported the chainsaw stolen on November 2.

The chainsaw was recovered on November 14 and Patrick Feeley, 25, of Falmouth was arrested and charged with receiving stolen property over $300 on November 17.

Peoples arrested Matthew Hubbard, 20, of Falmouth and charged him with theft by unlawful taking.

Both men were lodged in the Boone County Detention Center.

White Christmas Program December 2

For the past 86 years, The Falmouth Woman's Club has hosted a White Christmas program. Each year a special church service for the entire community is held at a local church.

The program consists of local ministers and talent providing a wonderful night of fellowship. Each person attending is asked to bring a canned goods wrapped in white paper or to give a monetary donation to help provide food baskets for needy families in the Falmouth area.

The 86th White Christmas program will be held on Sunday, December 2 at the Falmouth Methodist Church. The program will promptly begin at 7 p.m. You can join in for a time of worship, fellowship, and giving.

Additional articles this week:

Lt. Colonel Robbin Higgins assigned to Inspector General's Office

Pendleton County Teen Court in tenth year

Sheriff's Deputy Jared Brewer completes training at E.K.U.

Ladycat seniors looking to go out with a District title

Cheerleaders win division, earn bid to Nationals

Wildcats ready for the start of 2007-08 season

Judge Delaney attends conference

and more!!