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Tuesday, July 10, 2007
Fire destroys barn on Milford Road early Sunday Falmouth Firemen were called to a barn fire on Milford Road around 2 a.m. Sunday, July 8, 2007. The barn belonged to the Donald Logan family and sat quite a piece from the house. There was quite a bit of farm equipment and hay inside the barn that was destroyed. Falmouth Fire Chief David Marquardt said the barn was fully engulfed when they arrived. Northern Pendleton Firemen brought a pumper and two tankers to help with the fire. Butler Firemen were put on standby. There was no electric going to the barn. Marquardt contacted the Kentucky State Police. The fire is under investigation. Marquardt added that fires were also set to hay rolls on Joan Cummins property and Melvin Crawford's property on Milford Road. Photo by April DeFalco. |
State police arrest Falmouth man; confiscate 40 marijuana plants Kentucky State Police arrested a 21-year-old man from Falmouth and took approximately 40 marijuana plants from his property. Trooper Mark Grisik arrested Josh Young on July 6 at his residence at 5060 U.S. 27, south of Falmouth, and charged him with possession of marijuana and having drug paraphernalia. Young was taken to the Boone County Detention Center. Police confiscated the 40 plants. Pendleton County Sheriff Craig Peoples also assisted. |
Falmouth Wesleyan wins first place for floats in parade The Pendleton County Parade made its way through the streets of Falmouth on Saturday, June 30. The parade line-up was full of entries this year with all your annual favorites and a host of new ones. A large crowd packed the streets to watch the parade and stayed around to enjoy the festivities held afterwards. Pictured above: Falmouth Wesleyan Church took first place in the Floats Division with their "Cowboys Riding with Christ" theme. For additional photos and list of winners, see page 11 of this week's Outlook. |
The Falmouth Police Department held their annual Bicycle Rodeo for the children of the Pendleton County Recreation Program, Thursday, June 28. Forty-two young bicyclists learned proper safety techniques and enjoyed a ride through town. Four bicycles were donated to the event and raffled off. Pictured above, front row, are the lucky winners: (l-r) Luke Nordheim, Blake Pollard, Danielle Thaxton, Nikki Lovelace, Nicole Wolfe. Back row - (l-r) Falmouth Mayor April DeFalco, Pendleton County Recreation Director Nancy Short, Falmouth Police Chief Bob Scott, Falmouth Police Sergeant and Bicycle Rodeo Coordinator Aaron Arnsperger. Photo by Jackie Vaughn.
The photo above shows some of the youth riding their bicycles in the downtown area. Photo by Monica Antrobus. Falmouth Police Department holds annual Bicycle Rodeo program By Jackie Vaughn, Reporter The Falmouth Police Department held their annual Bicycle Rodeo for the children of the Pendleton County Summer Recreation Program at Southern Elementary on Thursday, June 28. Forty-two children attended the popular event which featured bicycling safety lessons, the learning of hand signals, the importance of proper attire, and an obstacle course. The children were also treated to a leisurely ride to the Pendleton Athletic Park where a Kentucky State Police Helicopter landed at the football field. They were able to view the helicopter and learn about its uses. "This a great program and the kids love it," said Falmouth Police Sgt. Aaron Arnsperger, who initiated the Bicycle Rodeo and also instructs it. "They get to learn a lot about bicycle safety while having a good time in the process. They also get a chance to develop a name-to-name relationship with officers which helps us gain their trust and lets them know were here for them if they need us." Later in the afternoon, the children gathered in the parking lot of Southern Elementary for a drawing for four new bicycles, two for girls and two for boys. Falmouth Police Chief Bob Scott and Falmouth Mayor April DeFalco, who donated two of the bicycles along with two from Wal-Mart, were on-hand for the presentation. Luke Nordheim and Blake Pollard were the lucky winners of the boys' bikes while Danielle Thaxton and Nicole Wolfe won the girls' bikes. Danielle Thaxton, who already had a bike, gave her new prize back for someone else to win. Nikki Lovelace's name was drawn and she was awarded the second girls' bike. Chief Scott rewarded Ms. Thaxton with a $10 bill and commended the young lady for her generosity. Steve and Christi Goins also donated bicycles and Jim Thaxton pitched in helmets for the event. Afterwards, the group, escorted by Pendleton County Deputy Sheriff Eddie Quinn in his police cruiser, took a bicycle ride around town and back to Southern Elementary. They made a pit stop at Howard's Place for ice cream, generously donated by Mr. Hoess, and also stopped at the courthouse for drinks. The kids had a great time and thoroughly enjoyed the Bicycle Rodeo once again this year. "I can't thank Sgt. Arnsperger and the Falmouth Police Department enough," said Nancy Short, Director of Pendleton County Summer Recreation. "He goes above and beyond the call of duty to make this a fun day for everyone involved. The kids love it and I love it too. This is the biggest day of the year for the Recreation Program and the kids get a lot out of this program. I'd also like to thank everyone else who donated or played a part in making this event a success." |
Pendleton Youth Fair Schedule
TUESDAY, JULY 10 6:00 P.M...........................................................Kiddy Pull WEDNESDAY, JULY 11 4:00 - 6:00 P.M.........4-H & FFA Market Steer Weigh-In THURSDAY, JULY 12 10:00 A.M....................................Nursing Home Games,
4-H & FFA Market Steer Show FRIDAY, JULY 13 3:00 - 5:00 P.M...........4-H & FFA Market Hog Weigh-In SATURDAY, JULY 14 9:30 A.M..............................................Open Goat Show 7:00 P.M...4-H & FFA Market Steer, Lamb, & Hog Sale, Speed Truck Pull, Alex Bibble Band ADMISSION Horse Pull - $5.00, Western Contest Horse Show - $5.00 Sunday Evening Hymn Sing - Free - $8.00 beginning at 4:00 P.M. - Monday through Friday - Pay One Price $8 8:00 A.M. - Saturday - Rides Open at 4:30 P.M. Children under 3 can purchase ride tickets for $1.50 each or pay $8.00 ride all night. For More Information Call (859) 654-8254 or (859) 654-2511. |
Additional items this week: Missionaries to speak at Mt. Moriah Falmouth High School Class of 1957 enjoy reunion State Trooper charged with DUI after his car hits truck head-on Brad Smith and Kelsey McCain named MVPs of Track Team Grassy Creek hosts Co-Ed Volleyball Tournament Kentucky's Youth enjoy week at Sheriff's Ranch Summer Recreation visits Pendleton County 911 Additional Parade photos and more! |
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