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Today's Features

  • La Grange Church of God hosts Bible studies

    At 10 a.m. Saturday, La Grange Church of God will host a men's prayer breakfast and Bible study, called “Lifebuilders.”

    At 9 a.m. Nov. 17, the church will host a women's Bible study called "Women of Faith."

    La Grange Church of God is located at 1800 Zhale Smith Road. For information, call 222-1137.

     

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  • Baking a difference for dogs

    As dogs in Briar Hill subdivision enjoy homemade biscuits, homeless pets receive the help they need. 

    10-year-old Madison Jones, her younger brother, Parker, and her friend, Cassie Lund, have been baking and selling dog biscuits to raise money for the Animal Care Society.

    Madison said she’s always loved animals. For her ninth birthday, she asked that in lieu of gifts guests bring items to donate to the animal shelter. 

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  • Engagement Announcement

    Gene and Carol Raulston of La Grange announce the engagement of their grandson, Cameron Raulston to Cara Montgomery, daughter of Gary and Pam Montgomery of Bardstown. 

    The bride-elect is a 2008 graduate of Campbellsville University and is employed as a first-grade teacher at Kentucky Christian School. 

    The groom-elect is a 2006 graduate of Oldham County High School and a senior at Campbellsville University. He is the son of Pat Giles.

    A wedding will take place at 7 p.m. Dec. 18 at Bardstwn Baptist Church with Todd Parish officiating.

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  • Meredith cast in theater production at Transylvania University

    Saint Xavier High School graduate and Transylvania University first-year Luke Meredith plays the roles of Gertrude and a Poisoner in Transylvania’s production of Tom Stoppard’s brilliant comedy “Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead.” 

    The play opens Nov. 5 in the Lucille C. Little Theater at Transylvania.

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  • Bary assigned to Air Force recruiting office

    Staff Sgt. Jaime Bary from Ramsey, Ind. was recently assigned to the U.S. Air Force recruiting office in La Grange.

    Bary is a graduate of the Air Force Recruiting School in San Antonio, where she was trained in various areas of study, including the airman classification system, testing and enlistment processing procedures, public speaking and the Web page at www.airforce.com

    She was selected for the special course and for recruiting duty as a volunteer with an outstanding Air Force record.

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  • Foxhollow Farm’s fall festival to benefit Maryhurst

    Foxhollow Farm’s second annual fall festival from 2 to 6 p.m. Saturday will feature farm-fresh foods and tons of fun for the whole family. 

    The event takes place at the Crestwood farm, located at 8905 Ky. 329. 

    Admission is free, with food and some activities available for purchase. All proceeds benefit Maryhurst, a local non-profit agency that cares for abused and neglected children.

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  • Broadbridge graduates from ROTC leader and assessment course

    Jonathan E. Broadbridge recently graduated from the U.S. Army Reserve Officer Training Corps Leader Development and Assessment Course, also known as “Operation Warrior Forge,” at Fort Lewis, Tacoma, Wash.

    The 32 days of training provide the best possible professional training and evaluation for all cadets in the aspects of military life, administration and logistical support.

    Broadbridge is the son of Greg F. and Terri C. Broadbridge of Prospect.

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  • Advance Auto Parts opens Crestwood store

    Advance Auto Parts, Inc., a leading automotive aftermarket retailer of parts, batteries, accessories and maintenance items will open its first store in Crestwood today (Thursday). 

    Company officials said they chose this location because it’s convenient to where their customers live and shop as well as the garages where they take their vehicles for repair.

    Aaron Vanmeter is the new general manager and works with 10 other team members. 

    The store is open from 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday and from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday.

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  • Spaes wins equestrian championship

    Mackenzie Spaes, 15, of Prospect, and her horse Ripple Effect recently won the U. S. Eventing Association Area VIII Novice Championship at Kentucky Horse Park.  

    Eventing is a three-phase equestrian sport designed to test the training, ability, and strength of a horse as well as the connection between horse and rider.  

    Spaes, a freshman at Sacred Heart Academy, won on their dressage score of 22.6 with a clean round in cross country and stadium. She rides at Spring Run Farm and is trained by Carrie Barrick.

    She is the daughter of Alan and Anne Spaes.

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  • Author writes of Kentucky’s ghost stories in newest book

    Author Thomas L. Freese has released a new book. His newest work is “Ghosts, Spirits and Angels: True Tales from Kentucky and Beyond.” The 253-page book is hardbound and features 51 illustrations. 

    Freese will sign copies of his book from 4 to 6 p.m. Saturday at Karen’s Book Barn in La Grange.

    The book presents tales from more than 75 people with stories set in Kentucky and several other states. Freese shares their stories of experiencing the paranormal, whether it be ghosts, spirits or angels.

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