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Today's News

  • Cain joins Shannon’s Salon

     

    Sarah Cain is the newest team member at Shannon’s Salon.

    Cain specializes in dimensional color techniques, creative cuts, special occasions and makeup application.

    The salon is open on Tuesdays through Fridays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday.

    Cain is the daughter of Kim Cain and the late Robert Cain.
     

  • Taylor County Bank named to Top 15 percentile

    Taylor County Bank has recently been inducted into Seifried & Brew LLC’s Top 15th percentile of community banks, based on total risk/return composite ranking.

    The benchmark for this ranking includes institutions with assets between $100 million and $5 billion.

    According to a certificate the bank received, it is further distinguished for setting the standard of excellence and raising the bar for community banks across the nation.

  • What Mama said ... and what she didn't

    Growing up, my mother was like a lighthouse to me. Her light was always on, a beacon guiding me through the daily adventures and bumps and bruises of childhood and adolescence. At the end of the day, she was always there, welcoming me to the safe harbor that was my home.

    Years later, when I left home for other places, and the home lights were but a distant flicker, I would remind myself of Mom’s words. And often, they would light my path.

  • Farmer's actions may be 'unforgettable'

    Even though his jersey hangs among famed University of Kentucky Wildcat greats along the rafters of Rupp Arena, the shine on former Agriculture Commissioner Richie Farmer’s legend and reputation is more than tarnished following his indictment on federal charges.

  • Treasure hunt saves city money

    It has often been said, “One man’s junk is another man’s treasure.” Now that spring has arrived, the presence of yard and garage sales abound. Every day, faithful shoppers and bargain hunters scour the highways and byways searching for “deals.”

    During the past 10 months, the Campbellsville Police have engaged in their own bargain hunting.

  • Local company's products help care for exotic animals

     

    When Cox Shavings opened in 1998, general manager Jim Noe was prepared to serve the needs of horse farms, dairies and chicken farms scattered throughout Kentucky and surrounding states.

    He never expected the shavings produced in Campbellsville would one day line the dens of exotic animals such as lions, tigers and zebras. “I never dreamed that we’d be going into that,” Noe said.

    But that changed when Noe got a phone call from one of his regular dealers, Metzger’s Country Store in Simpsonville.

  • A part of history

     

    Residents in Campbellsville will join thousands of individuals across the country to celebrate National Preservation Month this May. As part of the month’s celebration, Campbellsville Renaissance/Historic Preservation Commission has provided information about four historic buildings in Campbellsville.

  • Public Record for May 6

    It is the policy of the Central Kentucky News-Journal to publish public records as they are reported by various agencies. Names appearing in "On the Record" are published without exception, to preserve the fairness and impartiality of the CKNJ and as a news service to our readers.

    Small Claims Settled

  • Woman charged with selling meth after overdose

     

    A Campbellsville woman has been arrested and charged with making meth after another woman at her home overdosed.

    According to a Campbellsville Police report, officers responded, along with Campbellsville/Taylor County EMS personnel, last Wednesday to a call reporting a possible drug overdose at 207 E. Walnut St.

    The report states that EMS personnel found Lori Gardner unresponsive at the home. She was treated for drug ingestion.

    Officers Scotty Perian, Roy Rodgers and Bryon Simpson arrived at the home and began an investigation.

  • Inmate charged with assaulting jail staff

     

    A Campbellsville man currently incarcerated at the Taylor County Detention Center has been charged with assaulting a jail staff member while in custody.

    John Kessinger, 55, of 1356 Saloma Road, was charged last Monday at 12:30 p.m.

    According to Kessinger's arrest warrant, he allegedly injured Sgt. William Milby when charging out of his jail cell on April 14.

    Kessinger is being incarcerated on a theft charge.

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