Magee home destroyed by fire on Blackburn Road

Firefighters from the Falmouth and Butler Fire Departments were dispatched to the scene of a structure fire on Blackburn Road just after 8 a.m. on Friday, December 8. The two-story home of J.W. and Lillie Magee erupted in flames after a fire of unknown origin started in the back of the basement. By the time firefighters were able to reach and attack the blaze, the home was totally engulfed. Pendleton County Ambulance Service, Red Cross, and Northern Pendleton Fire Department also assisted at the scene. Firefighters worked to extinguish the blaze for nearly four hours and were called back later in the day due to a rekindle. Nobody was hurt in the incident but Mr. Magee had to be checked out by medics for breathing difficulties. The home was a total loss. Article and photo by Jackie Vaughn.

Grand Jury Indicts five

The Grand Jury charges that on or about May 21, and August 11, 2006, Edward D. Haynes, DOB: 10/15/66, committed the offense of Theft of Identity of Another Without Consent when he knowingly used current or former identifying information of Frank Haynes with the intent to represent that he was Frank Haynes for the purpose of avoiding detection, 2 counts; charges that on or about June 13, 2006, he committed the offense of Forgery in the Second Degree when, with intent to deceive another, he falsely made or completed an Affidavit of Indigency by signing the name of Frank Haynes thereon; charges that or about June 13, 2006, he committed the offense of Perjury in the First Degree when he made a material false statement, which he did not believe, in an official proceeding under an oath required by law; charges that he is a Persistent Felony Offender in the First Degree in that he is more than twenty-one years of age, has been convicted of two felonies previously, was over the age of eighteen years of age at the time he committed those two felonies, was on probation as a result of his most recent felony conviction at the time he committed the offenses listed above, and has not received a pardon for his felony conviction from the Governor of the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Bail is set at $5,000. Arraignment: 9 a.m. 12/20.

The Grand Jury charges that in January, February, and March of 2005, Tisa Shields, DOB: 8/21/86, committed the offense of Failure to Report a Change in Order to Receive Benefits when, with the intent to defraud, she failed to report a change in the factors affecting her eligibility for benefits, against the peace and dignity of the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Bail is set at $1,500. Arraignment: 9 a.m. 12/20.

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

Children's photos taken with Santa at Santaland

Parents bring your children to Santa's Village, 169 Lynn Lane, approximately 2 miles south of Falmouth off Highway 27, and have their picture taken with Santa. He will be in the Village from 7-10 p.m. Friday, December 15; Saturday, December 16; Friday, December 22; and Saturday, December 23. Cost is $5 per picture and all proceeds go to Kincaid Junior Bassmasters. Refreshments will be served. For more information call 859-654-1640.

Sgt. Scott T. Davenport, center, receives his promotion certificate from Gen. Norman E. Arflack, left, secretary of the Justice and Public Safety Cabinet, and Kentucky State Police Commissioner Jack Adams. Sgt. Davenport has worked the Pendleton County area as well as adjoining counties for the last 20 years.

Local trooper promoted to sergeant at KSP

The Kentucky State Police (KSP) announces the promotion of Alexandria resident Scott T. Davenport to sergeant. Sgt. Davenport will be reassigned to Post 5 Campbellsburg from his current assignment at Post 6 Dry Ridge.

"I applaud your achievement and challenge you to continue to bring pride to this agency and safe communities to our citizens," said Kentucky State Police Commissioner Jack Adams.

Sgt. Davenport has been a member of the Kentucky State Police for 20 years. He is a 1981 graduate of Jeffersontown High School and a 1991 graduate of the University of Kentucky. Sgt. Davenport is also a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps.

Sgt. Davenport and his wife, Jeunet, have two children, Austen and Ansley. His parents are Esther Davenport of Jeffersontown, Ky., and the late James E. Davenport, Sr.

Butler Christmas Parade winners

Butler residents turned out to watch the annual city of Butler Christmas Parade this past Saturday, December 9. The weather was chilly and the skiff of snow last week helped to add to the Christmas spirit.

The Pendleton County Hill Climbers, in the top photo, and Butler Baptist Church, above, both tied for first place.

Parade participants braved the cold weather to remind us all of what the true meaning of Christmas really is and why we celebrate it. More parade photos on Page 13 of this week's Falmouth Outlook. Photos by Jackie Vaughn.

Falmouth firefighters respond to blaze on Ammerman Lane

Falmouth firefighters, assisted by the Williamstown Fire Department, responded to a structure fire on Ammerman Lane around 9:30 p.m. on Sunday, December 10. The two-story residence of Steve Lambert and family was totally engulfed by the time the emergency personnel arrived.

According to reports, the fire started in the attached garage of the home and quickly spread throughout the entire structure. The cause of the fire is still being investigated but appears electrical in nature. The home was a complete loss. Pendleton County Ambulance, as well as the American Red Cross, assisted the family.

Are You Ready For Winter Weather?

Each year dozens of Americans die due to exposure to cold. When you add the number of vehicle accidents and fatalities, fires due to dangerous use of heaters and other winter weather related deaths, you have a significant threat. A major winter storm can last for several days and be accompanied by high winds, freezing rain or sleet, heavy snowfall and cold temperatures. People can become trapped at home or in a car, without utilities or assistance.

Heavy snow and ice can strand people, stop the flow of supplies, and disrupt emergency and medical services. It can also knock down trees, topple utility poles and bring down telephone and power lines disrupting communications and power for days. Homes and farms may be isolated. Exposure to cold can cause frostbite and hypothermia. Frostbite is damage to body tissue. It causes a loss of feeling and a white or pale appearance in extremities, such as fingers, toes, ear lobes or the tip of the nose. Hypothermia is a condition brought on when the body temperature drops to less than 95 degrees F. It can kill.

Keep ahead of the winter weather by listening to NOAA Weather Radio, commercial radio and/or television. NOAA Weather Radio is one of the best means to receive warnings from the National Weather Service. These radios can be purchased at stores that sell electronics. Make sure to get one that has a battery back-up and Specific Area Message Encoder (SAME) feature, which automatically alerts you when a watch or warning is issued for the county.

Be prepared before the storm strikes. If you are at home your primary concerns are loss of heat, power and telephone service and a shortage of supplies if storm conditions continue.

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

Additional items this week:

Veterans receive Certificates of Recognition from Senator Bunning

Flag donated to Extension Office

Natalie Kelsch continues torrid Ladycat play

Wildcats overcome Conner for first win

Butler Christmas Parade Photos

and more!!