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Carroll County Senior Center | Week of March 6, 2014

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, March 6: All day, deuce’s wild rummy, billiards, starting at 8:30 a.m.: Bunk-O, 10 a.m.; lunch 11 a.m.

Friday, March7: All day, deuce’s wild rummy and billiards, starting at 8:30 a.m.: walking program 10 a.m.; lunch, 11:30 a.m.

Ghent man charged with child's death

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A Carroll County man has been arrested and charged with the murder of his 2-year-old son. 

In a news release Saturday, Kentucky State Police said Douglas Allen, 26, of Ghent was

charged in connection with the Feb. 19 death of his son. 

Drug task force nets 24 arrests

By DAVE TAYLOR

Landmark News Service

Seven Carroll County residents were among 24 arrested Wednesday, Feb. 19, during a drug roundup that was based in Trimble County.

About 40 officers with the Kentucky State Police, Trimble County Sheriff’s Department, Carrollton Police Department and the U.S. Marshal Fugitive Task Force joined forces to make arrests in Trimble and surrounding counties.

Law enforcement personnel began gathering in the courtroom of the Trimble County Courthouse shortly after 5 a.m.

Archery club aims to teach youth the sport, to enjoy the outdoors

For those looking for a new way to enjoy the great outdoors with their family and who are interested in learning a new sport, archery may be for you. 3 Rivers Archery Bow Club is a new organization in Carroll County aimed at getting families outside and having a good time together.

“It’s not about good shooters,” club president Allen Supplee said. “We have some really good shooters in the Northern Kentucky area … This club is trying to be family and kid-oriented.”

Lady Panthers struggle offensively, unable to pull over late comeback

The Lady Panthers had their eye on a spot in the 31st District Championship game and in the 8th Region Tournament, but fell short of their goal as the Henry County Lady Cats delivered the season-ending blow, 38-29, Tuesday night. The Lady Panthers end the season 6-17. Henry County advances to take on Gallatin County in the 31st District Championship Thursday at 7 p.m.

Moore, Corbin honored as all-conference team members

Carroll County High School junior Lauren Moore and senior Dakota Corbin were named to the 2013-14 North Central Kentucky Conference All-Conference Team.

The following also were named to the girls’ NCKC team: Paige Black, Jessie Dunlap and Kaylee Clifford of Trimble County; Katie Cheek and Michaela Kennedy of Williamstown; Brooke Dossett and Hannah Dossett of Gallatin County; Shelby Mullikin and Allie Mills of Walton-Verona; Ashlee Gravley of Owen County; and Cheyenne Clark of Henry County.

Carroll County Basketball Road Games | Feb. 27, 2014

Rebels roll over Panthers

Owen County defeated Carroll County 73-46 to claim the No. 1 seed in the 31st District Tournament Wednesday, Feb. 20.

The Panthers (14-12) were without starting point guard senior Austin Crowell, who injured his knee during senior night the day before.

Carroll County was still close heading into halftime, down 33-25, but Owen County (16-8) broke the game wide open in the third quarter.

County ranks lower than Appalachian area

A new state report paints a troubling picture of education and the workforce in Carroll County, ranking the majority of factors here below the averages for the Appalachian counties of Eastern Kentucky.

Warriors hit seven 3-pointers in third, Panthers leave 12 at free throw line

The post season came to a close much too quickly for the Carroll County Panthers boys basketball team, as they were booted out of the 31st District Tournament Monday night by Eminence. The Warriors knocked down seven 3-pointers in the third quarter and hit their free throws down the stretch to beat the Panthers, 71-65. Eminence (7-20) will take on No. 1 seeded Owen County (16-9) at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday at Carroll County High School. No. 2 seed Gallatin County plays No. 3 seed Henry County at 6 p.m. Wednesday.

Relevant Church to host Red Cross blood drive

The American Red Cross is looking for eligible donors of all types to give blood to help avert a shortage. All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients.

Red Cross blood donations may be made from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 27, at Relevant Church, 2505 Highland Ave., Carrollton.

A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in.