Opinion

You've just finished mowing the lawn, complete with trimming and sweeping the grass clippings. Before going inside, you glance to your left and see your neighbor's neatly trimmed lawn. To your right, however, is what resembles an exhibit at the Louisville Zoo.

Those who broke into the Taylor County Fairgrounds and stole more than $10,000 worth of equipment committed a crime against the entire community.

There's a feeling of violation that accompanies such a theft. So many of those who attend the fair each year are children, and crimes against children are especially vile.

CKNJ Editorial Board

There is no doubt that economic development is important for Campbellsville and Taylor County. We all want our community to flourish.

We aren't really sure how the most recent disagreement as to the funding and purpose of the Campbellsville/Taylor County Economic Development Authority came about, but it does bring up some important questions.

We don't make a habit of tooting our own horn, but every now and then we feel it's important to remind readers of all that their community newspaper offers for free - something that no one else in town can.

In addition to in-depth news and events coverage in each issue, we also enjoy publishing reader-submitted news. With our small staff, we recognize that we can't be everywhere all the time, so we count on our readers to submit news.

What can you submit for free?

Social media can be a useful - and even helpful - way to easily connect with friends and family members. At the same time, however, it can also cause unpleasant problems and even danger.

It's important for parents to monitor their children's use of social media - and computer usage in general. There are many dangers in our world today, and more and more are originating from the Internet.

Just a couple of weeks ago, there was an arrest in Campbellsville resulting from alleged improper interaction between an adult and a 15-year-old on Facebook.

CKNJ Editorial Board

Fireworks fans no longer need to travel to Tennessee or another state to buy fireworks. We can purchase them right here in Taylor County.

A new amendment to state law allows us to have fireworks that shoot into the air. While we have an opportunity for more fun, we also have the responsibility for safety.

Adults should set a good example for the younger generation when enjoying the sight and sounds of fireworks. Be sure to light fireworks in a safe area, away from buildings and animals.

As Congress crafts a budget that addresses our nation's long-term fiscal challenges, the Kentucky Association of Food Banks and our network partners - 1,068 food pantries, meal sites, shelters, senior centers and after-school programs - are urging our elected officials to safeguard nutrition assistance and other safety net programs.

Friday marks the official end of childhood for Campbellsville and Taylor County high school seniors. Adulthood is now directly in front of them.

Graduates have important decisions to make - whether to continue their education or head straight into the job market. Then there's marriage, family and other important life choices. No matter the path they choose, we wish all of them the very best of luck.

The CHS ceremony is at 6:30 and the TCHS ceremony at 7:30.

After more than three months of back-and-forth discussion, the issue of funding Rescue and E-911 has finally been decided for the next four years.

Monday's joint meeting of Campbellsville City Council and Taylor Fiscal Court provided several proposals to settle how these services could be funded.

After two and a half hours of discussion, however, the decision to simply divide the shortfalls of the two entities evenly between the city and county seemed to be the most fair and equitable solution.