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Though ghouls and goblins willbe out in full force, there will be other, unexpected dangers lurking on Halloween, some before kids even leave the house.

Though glowing, oddly-colored eyes might seem like the ultimate spooky touch to kids' costumes, officials with the Kentucky Optometric Association, along with the Food and Drug Administration, warn against using decorative, non-corrective contact lenses that are sold without a prescription from an eye doctor.

For 47 years, the Oldham Chamber and Economic Development has recognized one person annually for going above and beyond their commitment to the county.

Those people are honored as Oldham Countian of the Year, and the list grew on Tuesday.

"This year, our honoree is someone that is not in the mainstream of politics, business or chamber work," said Deana Epperly Karem, executive director of the chamber, but who has a passion for the county that is "deeply ingrained in all that he does and stands for."

The Great Pumpkin is alive and well in Oldham County this season, despite shortages across other pumpkin-farming states.

Pumpkin crops in many northeastern states were devastated by Hurricane Irene, which flooded fields in August. Even before that, heavy rains in the northeast delayed plantings, setting back the Halloween-timed main harvest.

In Oldham, however, pumpkins had a good season, according to several area farmers. 

When she arrives at work each day, Susan Eubank is happy. Happy to see staff, patrons and products — none of which she could see from her old office.

Every Kentuckian can name at least one famous Thoroughbred.

But not many can tell you stories of the not-so-famous ones.

Ask Kim Smith, though, and she’ll tell you about Krismas Cactus, Manchester, Finn, First and Gold ... And Lucky.

She’ll definitely tell you about Lucky.

Metro United Way announced Sept. 5 it has approved seed funding for Oldham County’s Hope Health Clinic.
The clinic is scheduled to open in September and provide access to quality, affordable health care to the uninsured in Carroll, Henry, Oldham and Trimble counties.

It is the shimmering light and the colors of glass that continue to intrigue stained glass artist David W. Kent, even after working with the medium for more than 30 years.

Samantha Harrison said she was surprised to win the High School Big of the Year award from Big Brothers Big Sisters Kentucky. But those who have worked with her weren’t surprised at all.

Harrison didn’t know she had been nominated by her match support specialist, Cassie Edinger. 

With acts ranging from folk music to martial arts demonstrations, the Crestwood Festival’s entertainment is guaranteed not to disappoint.
Phifer Stephens with Heady-Radcliffe Funeral Home and Cremation Services has coordinated gospel-themed entertainment for Friday, Sept. 9.