The WEBN fireworks display photo above was taken by Photographer Jim Fausz and will be one of many on display at Conrad's Hardware this Friday and Saturday.

This photographer captured the almost impossible when he caught all five turtles with their heads out sunning on a log floating on the Licking River in Falmouth. Photo by Russ Conrad.

Classic photographs fit for framing at Conrad's; plus lots of stories to go along with them

By Debbie Dennie, Editor

Residents will have quite a bit to talk about this Holiday Season especially if they visit Conrad's Hardware and Gifts on Friday and Saturday, December 7 and 8.

Owner Russ Conrad greatly enjoys his hobby of capturing beautiful scenery of local landmarks, still life on land and on the Licking River along with some very interesting photos while vacationing in Africa, Europe and the British Isles.

There will be some old photos on display that were taken across the USA in the 1920s.

Several photographers got together chatting and thought they could offer residents a chance to look at their work and an opportunity to purchase ones that they like.

These photographs will make a family member, friend or one's self a great gift. They will ad much serenity and beauty to just about any wall in your home.

Conrad's son-in-law, James Fausz, a photographer, and James' father, Jim Fausz, who is retired from Provident Camera in Cincinnati, will also have many of their prints on display for purchase.

There will be some beautiful prints that Conrad's older brother Jerry has taken.

"If things go well with this photo exhibit, we will see about doing something like this more often," said Conrad.

Mr. Fausz teaches photography classes and anyone having questions concerning photos can stop and chat with them.

The store is located at 226 W. Shelby St., in Falmouth. Exhibit hours are Friday 4-9 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Photographs purchased will be done in time for Christmas giving.

Bobcat killed in McKenneysburg

While deer hunting on a farm in McKenneysburg during the early morning hours of Sunday, November 18, Steven Buckley and Tonia Browning came across a creature of a different sort. "We were watching some does out in the field and something scared them," said Browning. "They all just took off running. We thought maybe it could have been a coyote after them. Then we saw a bobcat come out of the brush. It stopped, looked at us, and charged our way. Steven raised his gun and shot it as it was coming toward us." The pair of hunters took the prize to Wells Market and had their photo taken with it. There have been two coyotes and one bobcat reported at the Wells' deer check station this year. This is an unusual kill for the Pendleton County area. The bobcat has been taken to a taxidermist and a full body mount will be done. Article by Jackie Vaughn.

Public hearing held on zoning ordinance; passed on to fiscal court to adopt

By Roger McKinney, Reporter

The Pendleton County Joint Planning Commission held a public hearing on November 26, 2007, where citizens voiced their thoughts regarding the proposed Pendleton County Zoning Ordinance. These eight people spoke in favor of the ordinance: Ron Moreland, Jim Cox, Jim Davis, Ed Sissel, Jack Wright, Brian Griffin and Roger Wafford. Some of these individuals had questions regarding the document's content and some recommended changes to its text map. All eight speakers expressed their appreciation for the hard work of the planning commission and pledged their support for the passage of the ordinance by the fiscal court.

One citizen spoke against the ordinance. Daniel Insko said he had not read the document, but based upon his experience zoning was not good for the county.

Pendleton County Judge Executive, Henry Bertram, spoke to the gathering and answered questions relating to the zoning process.

After the public hearing was concluded the planning commission agreed to meet December 17, in order to consider the recommended changes to the zoning ordinance and to decide how to proceed from that point.

Santa Claus visits Assembly Café

Ho, Ho, Ho! Santa Claus took some time out of his busy work schedule at the North Pole to stop by the Assembly Café and talk with the children from the Pendleton County area on Saturday, December 1. The jolly, bearded one sat by the Christmas tree in the front lobby and as the kids came in and out of the restaurant, they made sure to tell him about their Christmas Wish List and picked-up a free candy cane. Santa will be at the Assembly Café from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. every Saturday afternoon until Christmas. Pictured above: Sarah Monroe, 6-year-old daughter of Eddie and Christina Monroe, is shown with Santa. She told him all about the swimming baby doll that she wants for Christmas. Article and photo by Jackie Vaughn.

KRT's production of "Sanders Family Christmas" closes Dec. 9

Kincaid Regional theatre brings its last performance of "Sanders Family Christmas" to the stage at 2 p.m. on Sunday, December 9.

Tickets for this matinee are $12 for adults, $10 for seniors, $8 for students (ages 13-21), and $5 for ages 5-12. Just call KRT at (859) 6564-2636 for reservations. tickets can be picked up at the box office just prior to the performance.

The box office and theatre open 30 minutes before curtain time.

The theatre is located inside the Falmouth School Center at 500 Chapel Street in Falmouth. Visit their website at www.krtshows.com

As many may know, Shirley Merrill who plays Vera Sanders in the musical broke her hip just prior to the performance on Saturday, November 24. Despite the pain, she went on to perform the entire musical before going to the hospital where she underwent surgery. She is now recovering and doing well. Hats off to this fine lady of theatre!

Shirley has been with Kincaid Regional Theatre since its inception and has appeared in other productions of KRT as well as now serving as the theatre's general manager.

In the absence of "Mother Vera" the Sanders Family has been joined most graciously by Amanda Wells, a wonderfully talented actress whom many of you theatre goers will remember as "Marian, the Librarian" for KRT's summer production of "The Music Man."

Amanda will be appearing with "The Sanders Family" through its delightful and humorous rendition of an evening of worship and song, each member of the family singing in harmony with the others while playing his or her own musical instrument. All of this is set in the Family;s rural church just prior to Christmas, 1941.

So come out, see the play and catch the "Christmas Spirit" with the Sanders Family!

From the Board of Directors and staff of Kincaid Regional Theatre, may you all have a very blessed Christmas and New Year.

Falmouth Christian Special Christmas program

The Falmouth Christian Church invites the community to celebrate the season in the way it was meant to be celebrated with a special Christmas program.

"The Greatest Gift Ever Given" presented by the young people of the church will be presented on Sunday, December 9, 2007 at 6:30 p.m.

A simple meal of soup, sandwiches and desserts will be provided before the presentation. All are welcome, and if anyone wishes to bring something, make it a dessert!

Former Mayor Max Goldberg confined to Morehead Hospital

Former Falmouth Mayor Max Goldberg is confined to the St. Clair Hospital in Morehead, Kentucky in a very weakened and serious condition.

Family members wanted to let folks here know how serious he is, so they could send him a card. His address is: Max Goldberg, St. Clair Hospital, 222 Medical Circle, Morehead, KY 40351.

Sheriff's office will be serving outstanding warrants

The Pendleton County Sheriff's Department is cleaning out their warrant files. If you believe or know that you may have an outstanding warrant from Pendleton County Circuit or District Courts, they would like for you to come and turn yourself in and get the matter resolved.

Law enforcement agencies in Pendleton County will be conducting a "Warrant Rodeo" in the very near future. So if you would not like to participate and have law enforcement come knocking on your door over the holidays, please contact the Sheriff's Office at (859) 654-4511 or the Pendleton County Circuit Clerks Office at (859) 654-3347.

Sheriff's office now accepting credit and debit card payments for property taxes

The Pendleton County Sheriff's Office is now accepting Credit and Debit Card payments for property taxes effective December 5, 2007. A service charge is added to your card statement which is charged by the servicing company. The service fees are as follows: MasterCard, Visa, and Discover is 2.5% + $.50 for a PIN based Debit card it is $ 2.00 flat fee. Currently currently they will not take payments over the telephone you must come into the office to make the payment by using your card.

Mark your calendars and attend Butler Christmas Parade Saturday

The Butler Festival Com-mittee is getting ready for the Annual Christmas Parade. This year their Christmas Parade will be held December 8. Line up beginning at 12:15 p.m. The parade will start at 1 p.m.

Santa will be on the city Fire Truck (no other Santas please).

Santa will be at the Butler Community Center after the parade for pictures with the children. Hot chocolate, coffee and cookies will be served. First, second and third place trophies will be given. All will receive participation ribbons.

Please send the following information to: Butler Festival Committee, PO Box 229, Butler, KY 41006. They need to know what organization, type of entry, and contact person.

For more information call Gerald or Brenda at (859) 472-1090. Anyone interested in making cookies for the parade can call 472-1090 also.

Cities of Butler and Falmouth having Moonlight Madness Friday

Attention Shoppers! Many of the businesses and restaurants in the cities of Butler and Falmouth are observing the Moonlight Madness Friday with specials.

Support your local businesses and restaurants this holiday season and shop locally before you go out of town.

Special promotions can be found on Pages 6 and 7 inside.

Remember our military serving this Christmas Season

In order to give special recognition to our military serving this Christmas Season we will be having a special page and will print military photos for the families.

Along with those photos we will print their mailing address, parents, and grandparents names below the photo.

Cost for the photo and information is $12. The deadline to submit your photos is Wednesday, December 12. Mail or bring in: P.O. Box 111, Falmouth, KY 41040

Special pages, Christmas Angels, Baby's First Christmas, In Memory, and Pets

We have several pages that we print this time of year and those are: Photos of Christmas Angels, Baby's First Christmas, In Memory, Military and Pets.

The new pages for the In Memory are for those families that want to run a photo of a family member, friends, etc on this special page.

The pages will be printed in the December 18 issue of the newspaper. Hurry and get your photos in now. Deadline is 5 p.m. Wednesday, December 12.

Additional articles this week:

Daughter wants to set the record straight about the property situation

Sara Scaggs sets Ladycat three-point record

Wildcats notch victory in season opener

Moonlight Madness Ads

Williamson to retire after 26 years from U.S. Air Force

Woodhead Funeral Home and Hospice of Hope hold 14th annual holiday program

New Head Start staff and students prepare for holidays

Veteran Fred Jones remembered

and more!!