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Today's News

  • Students at technology center sponsor drive for pet supplies

    The Carroll County Area Technology Center’s Health Occupation Students of America organization is sponsoring a “pet drive” to collect needed items for the local shelters and Carroll County Animal Support.

    HOSA will distribute these items during a Christmas Gift Giving Party to be held at each shelter.

    “It seems these animals get left out at this time of year and need our help,” adviser Tonya Lindsay, said.

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  • Carroll County Public Library Calendar | Dec. 5, 2013

    Food for Fines will continue through the month of December with proceeds going to the Carroll County Ministerial Association Food Bank. Check at the desk for details of fine amnesty. Please check expiration dates on food items, outdated food will not be accepted.

     

    Monday, Dec. 2: Walk-away the pounds, 9 a.m.; computer walk-in help, 2-4 p.m.; Zumba, 5:15 p.m.

    Tuesday, Dec. 3: Walk-away the pounds; B4K club, 11 a.m.; computer walk-in help, 2-4p.m.; GED help, 4 p.m.; homework help, 5 p.m.; ESL Class, 6 p.m.

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  • Carroll County Senior Center | Week of Dec. 5, 2013

    The Carroll County Senior Center is located at 110 Sixth St., Carrollton, Center Manager, Mitzie Williams (502) 732-7026; e-mail: carrollcty@insightbb.com

     

    Thursday, Dec. 5: All day, deuce’s wild rummy, billiards, 8:30 a.m.; Bunk-O, 10 a.m.; lunch, 11:30 a.m.

    Friday, Dec. 6: All day, deuce’s wild rummy, billiards, 8:30 a.m.; lunch, 11:30 a.m.; 12 Days of Christmas, noon.

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  • Grimes supporters meet candidate at Welch’s

    A campaign stop Tuesday morning by a Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate was a prime opportunity for Carroll County High School students to glimpse into the American political process.

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  • Spend smarter this season

    Once the Thanksgiving traditions are complete and the family members have recapped all they’re thankful for, many Kentuckians will turn to sale fliers to plan their Black Friday or Cyber Monday attacks on Christmas shopping.

    The Department of Financial Institutions reminds consumers to spend wisely this holiday season by shopping smarter, saving money and avoiding fraud.

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  • Finleys celebrates 50 years

    David and Willena Finley of Carrollton will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary with an open house, 1- 4 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 7, at the English School House, 3589 Hwy. 389 in Carrollton.

    Friends and family are welcome.

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  • Children seek time, interest on Christmas wish lists

    We recently went through the interests of the children that are still on the waiting list of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Carroll County. Lo and behold, these children looking for a new friend are not asking for the world. In fact, most of us are exactly who they need in doses we can deliver.

    For example, a 9-year-old girl writes that she hates to watch TV, but loves to go to Wal-Mart. An 8-year-old boy is very creative, enjoying music, acting and travel. A 10-year-old girl wants to go to Carroll County school events and spend time outside.

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  • Chandler denies motion to suppress, dismiss DUI case

    A motion to suppress and dismiss charges in an ongoing DUI case was denied Nov. 19 by District Court Judge Elizabeth Chandler.

    In his case presented during an Oct. 10 hearing, attorney Stanley Billingsley argued that Carrollton Police Department officers, because they are not sworn sheriff’s deputies, have no jurisdiction outside the city limits.

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  • Using supplements can help with health along with exercise

    Dietary supplements aren’t something to use only when they have health issues. Most people who use them are healthy, and supplements help them stay that way.

    A common misconception about supplements is that they are weaker versions of prescription drugs that treat disease. But trying to prevent and treat serious illnesses are not the main reasons take supplements, according to the National Institute of Health.

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  • Community Calendar | Dec. 5, 2013

    Thursday, Dec. 5

    Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 p.m., Carrollton Christian Church

    Friday, Dec. 6

    Caby M. Froman Club meets at noon at Butler Park lodge.

    Carroll County Community Development Corporation meets at noon at Butler Park lodge.

    Alcoholics Anonymous meets at 8 p.m. every Friday at the Warsaw First Christian Church, 207 W. High St., Warsaw.

    Christian Academy of Carrollton holds its annual Christmas program in the school gym at 7 p.m.

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