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Today's Features

  • Webster completes dispatcher training at state academy

    Carroll County dispatcher Amanda C. Webster was one of 24 telecommunicators to graduate Feb. 19, from the Public Safety Dispatch Academy at the Kentucky Department of Criminal Justice Training.

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  • Forget the salt; pass potassium please

    Two out of three American adults have hypertension or prehypertension, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Hypertension, or high blood pressure, increases your risk for heart disease and stroke, the two leading causes of death in America. Fortun-ately, most cases of high blood pressure can be improved or prevented through diet changes.

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  • Families flock to raising poultry

    Raising small poultry flocks on the farm or in the backyard has become very popular.  During the last few years, we have been tickled to see several 4-H families get involved in raising poultry and showing their prized birds at the county fair.

    Hous-ing is very important when it comes to raising poultry.  The most important things to remember when choosing the type of housing are provisions for adequate shelter from weather, adequate ventilation, and protection from predators.

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  • Program helps in war on drugs

    Because of the overwhelming drug problem that is affecting our county, state and nation today, both youth and adults need an opportunity to learn more about the physical, emotional, financial and legal consequences of getting involved with prescription and illicit drugs. 

    To assist in this endeavor, Truth and Consequences: The Choice is Yours is a Cooperative Extension enrichment activity designed to show students the impact of getting involved with illicit and legal substances. 

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  • Community Calendar | Feb. 25, 2016

    New Events

    Saturday, Feb. 27 - Dr. Seuss Birthday Bash at Kathryn Winn Elementary, 10 a.m. until 1 p.m.; family movie, “The Good Dinosaur”, 3 p.m. 

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  • Do Christians hate homosexuals?
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  • Church News | Feb. 25, 2016

    Revelant Church hosts pastoral anniversary

    Relevant Church, 2505 Highland Ave. in Carrollton will hold a Pastoral Anniversary celebration, March 4-6, 2016, 7 p.m. Friday night, March 4 with speaker Scott Marshall, Ky. District Superintendent; 7 p.m. Saturday night and Sunday 2 p.m. with David K. Bernard, UPCI General Superintendent, as speaker; host pastor is the Rev. and Mrs. Rusty Bennett, celebrating five years as pastor. All are welcome. www.therelevantchurch.com.

    Sanders Baptist hosts gospel sing

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  • Severe Weather Awareness Week Feb. 22-28

    Partnering with Kentucky Emergency Management and the National Weather Service,  Carroll County Emergency Management recognizes Feb. 22 – 28, 2016 as “Severe Weather Awareness Week in Kentucky.”  

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  • Helping teens deal with diabetes

    Dealing with Type 2 diabetes can be difficult at any age, but it can be especially troubling for teenagers, who must also deal with the pressures of youth including self-image and self-worth. As a parent, you can do simple things to make managing this disease easier for your teen and your entire family.

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  • What is the Zika virus and how it can be controlled

    The Zika virus has created a lot of national and international talk lately. A case of the Zika virus has not be found in Kentucky, and health officials say we face little risk. However, let us learn a little more about the virus and ways we can help control mosquitoes.

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