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At first, they might do it for an adrenaline rush. But officials say EMS workers stick with the job because it lets them help people.

This week, communities recognize their EMS workers as part of National Emergency Medical Services Week.

Taylor County is home to many EMS personnel who put themselves in harm’s way to help others on what could likely be the worst day of their lives. Local officials say working in the EMS field isn't for everyone, and those who do it don't take the job to make money.

There might be a new leader at the office, but it’s a face that’s been seen there for years.

Last Friday, Gov. Steve Beshear appointed Chad Shively, who has served as a deputy PVA in the Taylor County PVA office since 2001, to become the county’s next PVA.

Shively says his becoming PVA means he will continue to do the duties he had been, only with a few more added to his plate.

Shively fills the seat vacated when former Taylor County PVA Julie Shields retired in March after 24 years in the position.

The Taylor County Board of Education approved a 1-percent raise for certified and classified employees in the 2013-2014 fiscal year at its regular meeting last Tuesday. But according to Shannon H. Cox, representing the Taylor County Education Association, 1 percent is not enough.

A letter from the association, signed by Cox, was recently given to Board members. The letter pra-ised Superintendent Roger Cook’s vision and asked for a 5-percent raise for teachers who have worked hard to carry out that vision.

He says he retired from farming when he turned 65.

But Leroy Knifley, now 80, won't stay off his tractor long enough for anyone to believe him.

Leroy was named Campbellsville/Taylor County Chamber of Commerce's Agribusiness Person of the Year on May 9.

The annual tradition started in 1994, and each year, Taylor County Agriculture Advancement Council members select the recipient.