Messenger-Inquirer (Owensboro, KY) articles from November 2007

Messenger-Inquirer (Owensboro, KY) archives from November 2007

Source of water in Ohio County for future use remains unclear.
November 1, 2007... Byline: David Blackburn Nov. 1--The chances of industrial growth in Ohio County seem pretty clear, especially once a regional sewer project involving an industrial park is done early next year. More murky is where the water will come...

KWC adds pieces to the puzzle: Panthers will feature stronger play inside.
November 1, 2007... Byline: Mark Mathis Nov. 1--Kentucky Wesleyan College will have more talent, more big players inside and more depth at nearly every position to start Todd Lee's third year as head coach. That should lead to improved performance on...

Bluegrass museum opening four exhibits Saturday.
November 1, 2007... Byline: Keith Lawrence Nov. 1--Bluegrass pioneer Pete Kuykendall will be in Owensboro on Saturday for the opening of four new exhibits at the International Bluegrass Music Museum. Opening ceremonies for the exhibits, which will be on...

Messenger-Inquirer, Owensboro, Ky., Keith Lawrence column: Go nuts over thrill of hunt.
November 1, 2007... Byline: Keith Lawrence Nov. 1--I've lived in Owensboro well over half my life now. So, I guess I have to face the fact. I'm no longer a country boy. I'm a city slicker through and through. Heck, I haven't been hickernut...

State tournament starts on Saturday.
November 1, 2007... Byline: Jim Pickens Nov. 1--Upward of 2,000 competitors are expected to take part in the 52nd annual Kentucky State Handicap Bowling Tournament in Owensboro over the next three weekends. Team competition will be held at the...

Relay planners eye $124,000 goal.
November 1, 2007... Byline: Dariush Shafa Nov. 1--Relay For Life has kicked off its 2008 season, and organizers are encouraging the public to take part by being part of the relay or helping out by sending a few dollars -- or more -- their way. Last...

Wright is named to EDC post: She'll focus on new, existing industries.
November 1, 2007... Byline: Owen Covington Nov. 1--The Greater Owensboro Economic Development Corp. has named Owensboro consultant Jennifer Wright as its new executive vice president of new and existing industry. "I'm just so thrilled to be part of such...

'One for the Heart': Something old, something new, something buried ...
November 1, 2007... Byline: Joanie Baker Nov. 1--Like most brides, Danielle Weems kept her white dress sealed in plastic for weeks leading up to her wedding day Wednesday. Only, the plastic tub Weems used for her gown was full of rich purple and black...

Out for Blood: Center uses 'Vein Drain' to combat donation lull.
November 1, 2007... Byline: Dariush Shafa Nov. 1--It wasn't just the vampire who was out for blood. It was the Scarecrow from "The Wizard of Oz" and the lady dressed as a pack of bologna, complete with a slice of cheese taped to her hat. The scene at...

Reel Holiday Spirit: Movies bring people out for Christmas cheer.
November 1, 2007... Byline: Beth Wilberding Nov. 1--For some folks, the silver screen is part of their holiday traditions. Whether it is taking in the big movie that comes out during the holiday season or using Christmas day to catch a flick, the...

Away for the Holidays: Family Christmas vacations popular but pricey.
November 1, 2007... Byline: David Blackburn Nov. 1--The saying "home is where the heart is" usually is never truer than when families flock home to celebrate the holidays. But more families are locking up their homes, packing their swim trunks and...

Obituaries.(Obituary)
November 1, 2007... Nov. 1--Messenger-Inquirer, Owensboro, Ky., Obituaries GREENVILLE -- Joe Thomas Deason, 71, of Greenville died Tuesday, Oct. 30, 2007, at his home. He was retired and was a member of Olive Grove General Baptist Church in Greenville. ...

Do Your Homework: Home gyms can be convenient, inexpensive if proper instruction is followed.
November 1, 2007... Byline: Dariush Shafa Nov. 1--For those who don't want to or can't get out to the gym, the solution is simple. Bring the gym home. For some, it can mean a few free weights or a treadmill or jumping rope in the garage. For...

Democrats stage downtown rally.
November 1, 2007... Byline: Owen Covington Nov. 1--Strong showings in recent polls with five days remaining until Election Day had the Democratic ticket looking beyond Tuesday and predicting a surge in the coming years during a rally in downtown Owensboro...

Ex-Central City cop sentenced on amended charge.
November 1, 2007... Byline: David Blackburn Nov. 1--GREENVILLE -- A former Central City policeman charged in August with removing drugs from the department's evidence box was sentenced last week to an amended misdemeanor drug possession charge. Matt...

Headquarters' Bridges goes from banking to barbering.
November 1, 2007... Byline: Suzi Bartholomy Nov. 1--Five years ago, Lionel Bridges went from banking to barbering. Now, he's a business owner. "I was in the right place at the right time," Bridges said. Bridges had been cutting hair at The...

CHAIRity organizers want arthritis to take back seat: Child's illness inspires couple's involvement.
November 1, 2007... Byline: Beth Wilberding Nov. 1--When Becky Garner's stepson was 3 years old, he was diagnosed with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis. Garner and her husband, Jerry, were active in raising money for the Arthritis Foundation when they...

Eighth-graders give Fletcher nod.
November 1, 2007... Byline: Joy Campbell Nov. 1--A majority of the 1,059 eighth-graders who voted in mock elections at five local middle schools chose incumbent Gov. Ernie Fletcher over challenger Steve Beshear. In fact, Republicans swept the ballot in...

'Peter Pan' coming to RiverPark Center: About 600 Burns Middle School students to attend.
November 1, 2007... Byline: Beth Wilberding Nov. 1--When Brooke Stone was younger, she saw "Peter Pan" and knew the title role was a part she wanted to play someday. Stone will be flying across the RiverPark Center stage Monday along with Tinker Bell,...

Push to abolish state treasurer not new: Republican Wheeler says campaign isn't over if she wins.
November 1, 2007... Byline: Owen Covington Nov. 1--Melinda Wheeler's campaign won't end on Tuesday if she is elected as Kentucky's next state treasurer. The Scott County Republican who formerly headed the state's court system believes a victory on...

Changes in ozone standard will affect region.
November 1, 2007... Byline: James Mayse Nov. 1--The Environmental Protection Agency is considering changing the federal ozone standard -- a move that would lower what the agency considers the maximum safe exposure to ozone gas. The new standard will...

EDITORIAL: Results of math program show value: Editorial.(Editorial)
November 1, 2007... Nov. 1--Dramatic improvement in math scores by elementary-school students who received help from special intervention teachers is proof the new program has great promise in Kentucky. That can be said with confidence because the gains seen...

People in Health.
November 1, 2007... Nov. 1---- A registered nurse at Owensboro Medical Health System has earned a Home Care Coding Specialist-Diagnosis certification. Jane Hughes, an OMHS home care employee for nine years currently working as a performance and improvement...

Associate nursing degree program preparing OMHS for expansion.
November 1, 2007... Byline: Joy Campbell Nov. 1--Debbie Kennedy, 51, was doing her job as a supervisor in the admissions department at Owensboro Medical Health System last year when a colleague told her about a nursing degree program gearing up to start --...

Before building own gym, plan ahead to save money.
November 1, 2007... Byline: Dariush Shafa Nov. 1--When it comes to making a home gym, it doesn't have to cost the arm and the leg that you want to get into shape. Paul Jackson, who has a home gym complete with a treadmill, two sets of free weights,...

BRIEF: Meetings Today, Nov. 1.
November 1, 2007... Nov. 1---- Daviess Fiscal Court, 4 p.m. at the Courthouse. -- Midtown East Neighborhood Alliance, 5 p.m. at Buena Vista Baptist Church. -- Seven Hills Neighborhood Alliance, 7 p.m. at Trinity United Methodist Church. To see more...

Panthers to face Kentucky: Exhibition game tipoff is at 6 p.m.
November 1, 2007... Byline: Rich Suwanski Nov. 1--Ron Williams hopes his Kentucky Wesleyan College women's basketball team isn't in such awe of Kentucky and Memorial Coliseum that the Panthers forget why they're in Lexington tonight. The teams face off...