Falmouth Police make arrest in two business burglaries

Two suspects, juveniles at the time of the burglary, were arrested on March 31, 2007 in connection with three burglaries at two local businesses.

The first burglary occurred in August 2006 when the Falmouth School Center on Chapel Street was broken into and then the center was broken into again recently. A large amount of expensive electronic items were taken. Some of the electronics were recovered.

The other burglary occurred on February 27, 2007 at the Dollar General Store on U.S. 27. Police said a crow bar was used to pry open the front door.

Pendleton County Sheriff's Deputy Chip Jones received a tip, which he investigated, and passed the information on to the Falmouth Police.

After many interviews and a lengthy investigation the arrests were made.

The Falmouth Police Department thanks Deputy Jones for all his help.

Family, friends, and teammates were all present as Abram Crozier signed a Letter of Intent with Kentucky Christian University on Monday, April 9. Pictured above: (l-r) Wildcats Assistant Coach Jon Wirth, Wildcats Head Coach Chad Simms, K.C.U. Knights Head Coach Will Shouse, Abram Crozier, mother, Karen Crozier, father, Harry Crozier and Athletic Director Tom Woofter. Photo by Jackie Vaughn.

Crozier signs with Kentucky Christian University

By Jackie Vaughn, Staff Reporter

In the past four years at Pendleton County High School, there have been many memorable moments in the school's basketball program. From a pair of incredible, winning seasons to the dawn of a new team era, one player has been through it all, paid his dues, and earned the respect of his coaches and peers along the way. That player is none other than Abram Crozier.

In front of a small gathering of family, friends, and teammates in the lobby of the high school on Monday, April 9, the senior Wildcat basketball star signed a Letter of Intent with Kentucky Christian University (K.C.U.) to continue his basketball career at the collegiate level.

"I'm really excited," said Crozier, who was voted "Most Improved Player" by his teammates this past season. "I love basketball and have dreamed about playing in college but this was really unexpected. It's a great blessing. I'd like to thank my coaches, friends, family and God for helping me get to where I'm at today."

Crozier will join Head Coach Will Shouse and the rest of the Knights basketball team in Grayson, Kentucky later this year to begin conditioning and practice.

According to Coach Shouse, the Knights have a strong returning line-up for the 2007-08 season but Abram should fit nicely into their future plans. "He's a perfect fit for us," said Shouse. "Not only is he of good Christian character but his style of basketball play is very similar to what we use. We're going to get him in the weight room and have him workout with the team. He'll learn a lot from our returning players. It should be fun to see how he'll do. He's very coachable and with good kids like Abram, you just can't go wrong. I'm looking forward to big things from him."

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

Despite cold, children enjoy Lions Club Easter Egg Hunt

Despite the windy conditions, cold temperatures, and snow flurries, the annual Lions Club Easter Egg Hunt took place at the Pendleton County Fairgrounds on Saturday, April 7. Although the turnout was down some from past years, hundreds of kids showed up to hunt for the 1,800 Easter eggs, filled with candy and money, that were scattered throughout the grounds. Pictured above: The Easter Bunny and Pete Fullwood pose for a picture with $5 egg winners Serenity Holden (left) and McKenzie Florence (right). Serenity was the winner in the 5-7 year old division while McKenzie was the winner in the 8-12 year old division The Lions Club would like to thank Darin Hart, John Delaney, Bobby Fogle, Gary Pferrman, Peter Ramsey, Pete Fullwood, Barb Jump, Easter Bunny Haley Hart, Roger Craig, PHS Student Council and PHS National Honor Society for their help with his annual event. A special thank you goes to Emilee Ammerman, Sierra Bowin, Kaitlyn Allender, and Audrey Owen for donating old eyeglasses. They received a special treat for their generosity. Article and photo by Jackie Vaughn.

Pictured above: (l-r) Franklin Jones (center) has his picture taken with the Easter Bunny and Pete Fullwood after finding the $5 egg in the 4-7 year old division. Photo by Jackie Vaughn.

Ky. State Police announce procedures for Intermediate Driver's License

The Kentucky State Police Driver Testing Branch advises that applicants who applied for and were issued a motor vehicle operator's instruction permit after Oct. 1, 2006 under the graduated driver's license program are eligible to take a driving skills test to qualify for an intermediate operator's license beginning April 1. However, they must not have violated any of the following conditions:

* The instruction permit was carried at all times when operating a motor vehicle, motorcycle or moped on the highway.

*Permit holder was accompanied by a person 21 years of age or older with a valid driver's license.

*Permit holder under the age of 18 has not operated a motor vehicle between the hours of 12 midnight and 6 a.m. without good cause (emergencies, school or work-related activities).

*Permit holder under age of 18 has not operated motor vehicle at any time when accompanied by more than one unrelated person under age of 20 unless accompanied by licensed driving instructor.

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

Children from Pendleton Story Hour enjoy Easter Egg Hunt

The children from Story Hour at the Pendleton County Library were treated to an Easter Egg Hunt in the courtyard on Friday, April 6. Fifteen children participated in the fun-filled hunt and excitedly searched out 250 eggs loaded with delicious candy goodies. The kids stored their sweet treasures in Easter bags that they colored themselves. After the hunt, the group had snacks and drinks and talked about Spring. April 27 will be the last Story Hour until this Fall. On that day, the library will hold a Graduation ceremony for the children who will be entering Kindergarten in August. The Pendleton County Library's Summer Reading Program will begin in June and run for five weeks. Watch The Falmouth Outlook for further details. Pictured above: Back row - (l-r) Sandy Florence, Josh Kalb, Madison Kalb, Kristina Hurst, Emma Ridener, Patrick Wright. Megan Wright, Carmen Turner. Front row - (l-r) Lydia Gosney, Rebecca Best, Elizabeth Sullivan, Chanda Caudill, Kacie Staten, Abby Ridener, Emilie Bertram, Cloe Hecking. Article and photo by Jackie Vaughn.

City of Falmouth needs names of those interested in spring cleanup

The City of Falmouth is pursuing a project to assist our elderly citizens and low-to-moderate income citizens with spring cleaning. If there is ample interest in this project, we are looking at getting volunteers to assist with general yard work, painting, minor repairs, window washing, etc. If you are interested in having any work done, please stop by City Hall at 230 Main Street and get an application. Send the applications back, or drop off to 230 Main St., Falmouth, KY 41040.

You must live within the city limits to be eligible. There is no money available to do major or expensive repairs, but our hope is to get volunteers to help defray supply costs.

Three Rivers Health Department can help you stop smoking

Smokers, do you want to breathe easier this summer?

Three Rivers District Health Department can help you become a non-smoker.

There are a lot of other benefits from not smoking besides breathing easier. Your overall health begins to improve immediately. Your hair, fingers, clothes, car, and house no longer smell like a dirty ashtray. You won't even need an ashtray. You will be less likely to burn your clothes, your car seats, or your house down.

Think about this, what if you suddenly won a small lottery and knew you had over $100 of tax free money to spend every month for the rest of your life? Becoming a non-smoker is like winning that lottery. What's more, you simply cannot buy good health but you can make healthy choices.

For more information on smoking cessation classes beginning on April 22, 2007 from 5:30 to 6:30, contact Pendleton County Health Center at 654-6985.

Additional stories this week include:

Driving distractions can prove deadly to Kentucky drivers

Ladycats softball team looking to believe in 2007

Jennie Sebastian wins NCAA Contest

Kincaid Bassmasters participate in first tournament of 2007

2007-08 school calendar reflects construction

and more!!