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Forgotten technology skills still useful
By Jack Godbey Columnist Using modern technology can be challenging to some folks like me. I used to be quite the expert in Windows 95, However, it seems technology kept moving forward and I didn’t. In fact, I bought a new phone recently and the salesman was telling me that the phone was the best […] The post Forgotten technology skills still useful appeared first on Winchester Sun.
CCPS Superintendent addresses press following tragedy
The Clark County community was shocked and saddened Tuesday morning when 15-year old McKenna Letcher, a student at George Rogers Clark High School, was killed in a traffic accident involving a school bus. Surrounded by others, Clark County Public Schools Superintendent Dustin Howard addressed the press and more at a 12:00 p.m. press conference on […] The post CCPS Superintendent addresses press following tragedy appeared first on Winchester Sun.
Cardiac Cards win following improbable comeback
Through three quarters, the George Rogers Clark Cardinals football team looked like it was on its way to its first defeat of the season in Game 2 of the Pike County Bowl on Friday, August 30. However, as has been said, great times are great when they have to be. Riding the momentum of a […] The post Cardiac Cards win following improbable comeback appeared first on Winchester Sun.
Stoops: Transfer QB Vandagriff ‘delivered’ in debut with Wildcats
Kentucky football coach Mark Stoops wasn’t surprised by Brock Vandafriff’s debut last Saturday night. The Georgia transfer threw for 169 yards and two touchdowns, both career highs, in the Wildcats’ 31-0 win over Southern Mississippi in his first career collegiate start. He played in 13 games at Georgia the past two seasons, but appeared in […] The post Stoops: Transfer QB Vandagriff ‘delivered’ in debut with Wildcats appeared first on Winchester Sun.
Medical marijuana is on the ballot in over 100 counties and cities across Kentucky
More than 100 cities and counties have opted for a ballot referendum in November that asks voters if they want to allow businesses to operate as licensed medical marijuana growers, dispensaries, processors or compliance facilities, Joe Sonka and Justin Hicks report for Louisville Public Media. “While local governments for the majority of Kentucky’s population have […] The post Medical marijuana is on the ballot in over 100 counties and cities across Kentucky appeared first on Winchester Sun.
First case of Oropouche virus, aka ‘Sloth Fever,’ confirmed in Kentucky
Federal, state and local public health officials have confirmed the first case of the Oropouche virus in Kentucky and Jefferson County in a person who had returned to Louisville after traveling to the Caribbean. The Louisville Metro Department of Public Health and Wellness (LMPHW), in partnership with the Kentucky Department for Public Health (KDPH) and […] The post First case of Oropouche virus, aka ‘Sloth Fever,’ confirmed in Kentucky appeared first on Winchester Sun.
GRC student killed in traffic accident identified
The George Rogers Clark High School student involved in the fatal traffic accident on Tuesday morning has been identified as McKenna Letcher. Letcher’s identity was confirmed in a news release from the Clark County Coroner’s Office. “Clark County Coroner Neal Oliver confirms that McKenna Letcher, 15, of Winchester was pronounced dead at the scene, as […] The post GRC student killed in traffic accident identified appeared first on Winchester Sun.
Fiscal Court meetings recognize Parks and Recreation and Clark County Homeless Coalition
Two Clark County Fiscal Court meetings in August demonstrated magistrates’ commitment to providing for and learning more about various services communitywide. A few actions were taken during a morning meeting on Wednesday, August 14. Having previously heard from Kevin Ryan, Aquatics Director for Winchester-Clark County Parks and Recreation, Magistrate Daniel Konstantopoulos moved to designate no […] The post Fiscal Court meetings recognize Parks and Recreation and Clark County Homeless Coalition appeared first on Winchester Sun.
Clark County and others look for community input on Climate Action Plan
Those with concerns and seeking action on the environment have reasons to celebrate throughout central Kentucky. According to a press release by Fayette County’s Regional Focus Group, the municipal governments of Clark, Bourbon, Jessamine, Scott, and Woodford County will collaborate with the city of Lexington on regional climate action plans funded by an Environmental Protection […] The post Clark County and others look for community input on Climate Action Plan appeared first on Winchester Sun.
9 businesses receive KDA Buy Local lifetime award
Nine businesses have received the lifetime award for their commitment to the Kentucky Department of Agriculture’s (KDA) Buy Local program, according to Kentucky Commissioner of Agriculture Jonathan Shell. Buy Local is an incentive program rewarding restaurants and other food service participants for enhancing their menus with locally sourced Kentucky Proud® ingredients. Introduced in 2006 as […] The post 9 businesses receive KDA Buy Local lifetime award appeared first on Winchester Sun.
Geri-Antics: Let’s talk about self-checkout
By Anne Carmichael Columnist Let’s talk about the self-checkout trend at superstores. Eight years ago, I made a conscious decision to retire. I did not, however, decide to return to work as a cashier at our local superstore. Oh, I’m good at it, I’ve learned to find the barcodes and zip right through a full […] The post Geri-Antics: Let’s talk about self-checkout appeared first on Winchester Sun.
KSP, local agencies have wild chase on Sunday
Kentucky State Police (KSP) and local law enforcement agencies were involved in a multi-county pursuit during the holiday weekend involving two stolen vehicles that landed a Louisville man in the hospital after supposedly ingesting an unknown amount of heroin. Around 7:30 Sunday evening, KSP Post 4 in Elizabethtown received a call from the Nelson County […] The post KSP, local agencies have wild chase on Sunday appeared first on Winchester Sun.
Cats blank Golden Eagles
The kickoff for Kentucky’s season opener took longer than expected Saturday night. Because of inclement weather, the contest against Southern Mississippi was delayed by two hours and 20 minutes and didn’t begin until 10:05 p.m. Another weather-related stoppage occurred at the 9:56 mark of the third quarter with the Wildcats leading 31-0. After a 40-minute […] The post Cats blank Golden Eagles appeared first on Winchester Sun.
Labor Day Festivities celebrated in Winchester on 120th anniversary
Labor Day is regularly celebrated in Clark County. Thanks to the efforts of numerous citizens and organizations, it will be once again. From August 30th to September 2nd, people of Winchester will have plenty to keep themselves occupied with the Winchester Labor Day Parade and its accompanying festivities, celebrating its 120th anniversary after first occurring […] The post Labor Day Festivities celebrated in Winchester on 120th anniversary appeared first on Winchester Sun.
Winchester Fire Department Honor Guard performs at Reds game
Those attending Cincinnati Reds baseball games at Great American Ballpark are accustomed to seeing some of Major League Baseball’s best players. On Wednesday, August 28, another presence took centerstage. The Winchester Fire Department Honor Guard performed before the ballgame against the Oakland Athletics. “With the Honor Guard, it’s a time for us to show our […] The post Winchester Fire Department Honor Guard performs at Reds game appeared first on Winchester Sun.
Stoops hasn’t forgotten stunning loss to Southern Miss in 2016
The last time Southern Mississippi visited Kroger Field, the Golden Eagles mounted the biggest rally in program history with a 25-point comeback and stunned Kentucky 44-35. Southern Mississippi shut down the Wildcats in the second half and outscored Kentucky 27-0 in the final two quarters of the season opener eight years ago. Mark Stoops hasn’t […] The post Stoops hasn’t forgotten stunning loss to Southern Miss in 2016 appeared first on Winchester Sun.
Texas man found guilty of 2014 murder in Washington County
A Garland, Tex., man has been found guilty of murder and other charges in Washington Circuit Court stemming from a Kentucky State Police (KSP) investigation of the murder of Thomas Ray Pendygraft that occurred in Washington County 10 years ago. On the morning of Aug. 1, 2014, KSP Post 15 in Columbia received a call […] The post Texas man found guilty of 2014 murder in Washington County appeared first on Winchester Sun.
Cheaper gas coming soon with winter blend
Along with much cooler weather and leaves changing color, there is another sure sign that fall is coming to Kentucky — cheaper gas prices due to a seasonal blend change. According to GasBuddy.com, a crowd-sourced mobile app that tracks gas prices in the United States and Canada, on Sept. 15, gasoline refineries switch from making […] The post Cheaper gas coming soon with winter blend appeared first on Winchester Sun.
Lady Cards hope to keep momentum surging forward
The George Rogers Clark Lady Cardinals’ soccer team reached impressive heights last year, winning the 10th Region Championship to advance to the Sweet 16 of the 2023 KHSAA Girls’ Soccer State Tournament. Though head coach William Contreras takes over this year for the departed Erica Hanson, the team has no plans to slow down. “Building […] The post Lady Cards hope to keep momentum surging forward appeared first on Winchester Sun.
Long-time Winchester resident celebrates her 100th birthday
Though originally from Morgan County, Essie Miller has called Winchester home since 1950. On August 24th, she joined an elite club of centenarians. Miller turned 100 years old, and was recognized in multiple ways such as celebrations at both the James B. Allen Jr. Generations Center and Legacy Grove Park. “I had a good time,” […] The post Long-time Winchester resident celebrates her 100th birthday appeared first on Winchester Sun.
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