Paint Lick News

PAINT LICK - More than 20 Garrard County citizens volunteered six hours Saturday along the banks of Paint Lick Creek.

A part-time maid at the Fairfield Inn on Paint Lick Road was charged with receiving stolen property May 29 after hotel guests reported the theft of $6,475 in cash and jewelry from their room.

“The reptiles eat small mammals.”

The biologists stop their vehicles in the middle of an old farm field that has been overtaken by high weeds, and they spread out through the deep green to look for snakes. via Lexington Herald-Leader

“You didn't learn how to read a book or write the very first time. Just like this, it takes practice to learn how to do this. It also takes lots of patience.”

About 1,200 local elementary students took a break from the classroom and headed to the woods Tuesday for "A Walk with the Arts." The second annual arts education event presented by the Berea Arts Council, ... via Richmond Register

Hello readers. I didn't see the rain and snow mix Monday that I expected but there were some heavy clouds earlier and the colder weather just seemed to fade as the day wore on. via Richmond Register

“Nothing beats the taste and flavor of fresh lamb”

After being brushed with olive oil, seasoned with rosemary and roasted, this rack of lamb is served with honey allioli. via Lexington Herald-Leader

“Although it was a minor offense in the criminal justice system, it was significant to an individual who has worked his entire life to serve the community”

A judge overturned a misdemeanor official misconduct charge and a $1 fine against a former Berea police lieutenant.

Billy Beavers, 42, of Paint Lick, had been charged with not completing a 'use of force report' after a police chase of a suspected drunken driver last July.

On Jan. 17, a Madison County District jury ruled that Beavers should pay a $1 fine for second-degree official misconduct.

But in a ruling March 6, Senior Judge Michael W. Harrod acquitted Beavers of official misconduct, saying the court erred in overruling Beavers' motion for directed verdict during his trial. Read more

Hello readers. Spring is soon on its way and I will be so happy to be rid of some of the mud that seems to hang around just waiting for more rain to get us all wet again. via Richmond Register

“Just put some cotton in your ears and try to doze back off because this may last awhile.”

It's that time of year again. The polecat playboys are learning the hard way that if they get in the middle of the highway, stick their tales up and cut loose at oncoming cars it's usually not going to prevent ... via The Sentinel-Echo

Having heard them held in high regard for the last dozen years or so, I finally broke down and tried on a pair of SAS shoes at a store in Richmond a few weeks back. via The Sentinel-Echo

Hello readers. What weather we are having! Fifty-five degrees one day and 15-20 for the low that same evening. via Richmond Register

Hello readers. It is colder than I thought it would be this Monday evening as I write. via Richmond Register

Current Poll The state is faced with tough fiscal choices. Would you rather see a higher cigarette tax or sharp cuts in higher education spending? Higher cigarette tax Higher education cuts PRINTER FRIENDLY ... via Winchester Sun

“I told him to lay down and asked if he was all right”

A 15-year-old boy was critically injured in Eastern Garrard County on Friday when his bicycle hit a school bus.

The bus was traveling west on Walker Pike through the intersection of Good Hope Road about 4:30 p.m. The boy was turning from Good Hope Road onto Walker Pike when his bicycle hit the bus near the back of the vehicle on the driver's side, Kentucky State Police said.

Neighbors identified the boy as Charlie Snapp of Paint Lick. He was treated on scene and then flown to the University of Kentucky Hospital. He was listed in critical condition Friday night. Read more

Hello readers. The cold weather has finally arrived and I am kind of glad. I've heard that if we get enough cold temps, it will destroy the nasty bugs come summertime and even though we need some insects, I do ... via Richmond Register

Hello readers and a very happy new year to everyone. Has it been a good one for you? I know that as I look back, I find I've gained a lot. via Richmond Register

Hello readers. It's a rainy Monday evening here in Lowell and the creek that lies some 75 feet from my house is running more swift than I've seen in more than two years. via Richmond Register

“If you're gonna make a fool of yourself and be like somebody on TV, why can't you be like Flint McCullough”

Sunsets on U.S. 52 coming west from Richmond toward Paint Lick have been beyond spectacular for the past two weeks or so. via The Sentinel-Echo

Hello readers. I thank the Lord for the wonderful rain this Monday, Nov. 26, as I write to all of you. via Richmond Register

“This is a very good no-bake pie that is simple to fix. Anyone who likes banana pudding will love it”

This is the time of year when we head back into the kitchen to create holiday magic. via Monterey County Herald