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• New Murray State Athletics News Web Site

  
  
  In my quest to provide more information and stories about Western Kentucky I'm pleased to report that Murray resident David Ramey is writing again about Murray State Athletics. Ramey is writing for Examiner.com with a column/blog exclusively on MSU Athletics.
  
  
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  Posted: November 17, 2009, 9:22pm EST
  

• Anna Garrott- A West Kentucky Connection

  
  
  Country Music singer Anna Garrott grew up in Troy, Alabama but she is not far removed from her family's roots in Western Kentucky. M.C. Garrott, Anna's Grandfather, served many years in public relations at Murray State University. Anna's Father, Dr. Steve Garrott is a [...]
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  Posted: November 17, 2009, 6:34pm EST
  

• Backporch State of Mind

  
  This past weekend a friend 0f mine, Steve Hamrick, shared with me a new album which a mutual friend of ours had help record. The album is entitled "Backporch State of Mind". I knew our friend Ronnie Jackson could sing and play guitar but I [...]
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  Posted: November 17, 2009, 4:22pm EST
  

• West Kentucky Political Update

  Well, there has not been much to say that everyone else has not already brought you. I do plan to bring everyone up to date on a few happenings in Western Kentucky. I will bring some thoughts regarding the Senate race on all sides. No one is very interested in [...]
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  Posted: October 23, 2009, 12:43pm EDT
  

• Wet Forces Win in Trigg County

  WKDZ is reporting that the Wet/Dry Election has been won by the Wet forces. Of the 10, 339 registered voters 5,294 showed up to vote. The results: 2,665 for & 2,629 against. Most people think that since Trigg County has the 3rd highest unemployment rate in Kentucky at over 16% [...]
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  Posted: September 29, 2009, 8:31pm EDT
  

• Safety Grants Awarded to West Kentucky by KOHS

  
  Chuck Geveden, Director of the Kentucky Office of Highway Safety, is pictured above presenting two grant checks to Rep. John Tilley along with representatives of the Trigg County Sheriff's Dept. & Cadiz Police Dept. The two agencies received a total of $16,200 to help curb' [...]
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  Posted: September 25, 2009, 10:14am EDT
  

• Dave Stengel Will Cost Jefferson Co. Millions

  In a correct and just decision a Louisville-Jefferson County Jury found former Pleasure Ridge Park football coach Jason Stinson not guilty of charges. Stinson had been charged with reckless homicide and wanton endangerment involving the on the field death of Max Gilpin.
  
  A case where everyone jumped to conclusions- [...]
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  Posted: September 17, 2009, 7:19pm EDT
  

• Conway Responds to Purdue Pharma Article

  I appreciate Attorney General Jack Conway giving me a few minutes and responding to the story I wrote concerning Purdue Pharma. Marianne Skolek who is an advocate bringing to light the actions of companies like Purdue Pharma had questioned a grant excepted by the Kentucky Attorney Generals Office.
  
  Skolek [...]
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  Posted: September 13, 2009, 6:30pm EDT
  

• St. John Picnic Reveals Mood of West Kentucky

  It's probably been over 20 years since I attended the St. John Picnic and my what a change. I worked the crowd speaking to folks for about an hour and I was very surprised at the comments that I received. Usually attitudes I find reserved in my backyard along the' [...]
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  Posted: September 13, 2009, 5:05pm EDT
  

• Hollenbach Doing What Others Won't

  I understand that it is hard for elected officials to balance their positions with family and political life. But when your elected you assume a certain amount responsibility and sacrifice that comes with the job.
  
  In 2007 I traveled to the Purchase to Columbus-Belmont State Park for this event. [...]
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  Posted: September 11, 2009, 3:19pm EDT
  

• Conway's Office Threatens National Activist

  While scanning the blog world this morning I found an interesting link offered up by Page One www.pageonekentucky.com
  
  My curiosity led me to follow it to an article in the Salem-News www.salem-news.com . After reading the article I decided to investigate and hear for myself the details [...]
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  Posted: September 11, 2009, 1:38pm EDT
  

• West KY Fire Fighters Respond to Greenville Fire

  
  Fire Fighters from surrounding cities responded to Greenville's call for help late last night. A fire that could have swept through much of Greenville's Downtown area was contained thanks to the response of fire departments in Western Kentucky. My media contact at the Leader-News in [...]
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  Posted: September 11, 2009, 10:54am EDT
  

• Hickman County Democratic Fish Fry

  
  The West Kentucky Journal Politics and Issues reports that the Hickman County Democratic Fish Fry will be held this Saturday September 12th at Oak Hill Country Club. Lt. Governor Daniel Mongiardo will be the guest speaker.5:30 Doors open6:00 Dinner served6:30 Program beginsEvent is free. Contributions [...]
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  Posted: September 09, 2009, 3:13pm EDT
  

• Conway Hosting Fundraiser at Barkley Lodge

  
  The Conway Campaign has informed me that they will be hosting a fundraiser at Barkley Lake State Resort Park this Saturday. Details below.Conway for U.S. SenateSaturday September 12thBarkley Lake-Main Lodge5:30-7:00pm$250.00 suggested minimum contribution
  
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  Posted: September 09, 2009, 3:01pm EDT
  

• Libertarian to oppose Rep. Nesler

  
  Libertarian candidate Jeff King has announced his intentions to seek the 2nd District House seat now held by Rep. Fred Nesler of Mayfield. The District includes Graves and part of McCracken Counties. King is a resident of Graves County.
  
  I asked Mr. King some [...]
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  Posted: September 04, 2009, 8:00pm EDT
  

• Judiciary Committee In Hopkinsville

  
  Press Release from House Judiciary Chairman John Tilley.
  
  Rep. Tilley to welcome state lawmakers to Hopkinsville
  Panels co-chaired by Tilley will hold Friday meetings at Justice Center
  
  FRANKFORT – Rep. John Tilley, D-Hopkinsville, is bringing legislators from across the state to Hopkinsville on [...]
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  Posted: September 04, 2009, 12:13am EDT
  

• Sen. Pendleton Fundraiser

  
  State Senator Joey Pendleton has announced that his Fundraiser Golf Outing will be held September 23rd at the Links at Novadell in Hopkinsville. Lunch will be served at 12 noon with a shotgun start a 1pm.
  
  Pendleton represent the 3rd District which includes Christian, [...]
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  Posted: September 03, 2009, 1:17pm EDT
  

• Democrat Activist Convicted in Trigg Co. "Scopes Trial"

  In Kentucky's version of a modern day "Monkey Trial", a Marshall County resident and Democrat activist was convicted Friday in Trigg County District Court.
  
  Let me set the scene for you: 79 year old Clarence J. Latham Jr. is the defendant charged with disorderly conduct. Mr. Latham's attorney is [...]
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  Posted: August 29, 2009, 6:34pm EDT
  

• Ted Kennedy has Died

  It's 1:08 am in Western Kentucky and National news has reported the death of 77 year old Senator Edward Kennedy. Known as the "Liberal Lion" and later the "Lion of the Senate", his death marks a generational end of an era.
  
  I will never be accused of being a' [...]
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  Posted: August 26, 2009, 2:07am EDT
  

• Robin Webb Wins Senate Seat

  Bluegrass Politics is reporting that Rep. Robin Webb has defeated Jack Ditty in the Special Election for State Senate. You may link to Bluegrass Politics for all the details.
  
  My congrats to Robin on her victory. Robin and I were in Northern Kentucky at the same time many years [...]
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  Posted: August 25, 2009, 8:31pm EDT
  

• West Kentucky Football: Week One

  Football is finally here. Thank God. Anyone who knows me understands just how much I dislike baseball and Soccer. A few surprises as teams got their first game under their belt.
  
  Keeping in mind it is hard and probably not smart to judge a team by their first game [...]
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  Posted: August 25, 2009, 4:43pm EDT
  

• Rep.Eddie Ballard to Retire

  Representative Eddie Ballard who has served the Kentucky House of Representatives for 24 years has announced that he will not seek re-election in 2010. Representative Ballard who will turn 80 this year stated in his press release that he wanted to travel and spend time with his wife and family. [...]
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  Posted: August 25, 2009, 4:31pm EDT
  

• West Kentucky Political Stories In Progress

  I have been working on a number of stories some regarding Kentucky Politics and West Kentucky happenings. I hope to have then up in the next day or so. A little taste of what's in the pot:
  
  KACo: The other side of the coin.
  
  A West Kentucky' [...]
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  Posted: July 07, 2009, 12:49pm EDT
  

• Will Cox Honored in Washington Tonight

  Madisonville Mayor Will Cox Jr. will be honored this evening in Washington D.C. by the Wireless Foundation. Cox has been chosen as a 2009 recipient of the VITA Wireless Samaritan Award. Tonight's 15th Annual Achievement Awards Dinner which is being held at Union Station will honor 8 individuals for their' [...]
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  Posted: June 08, 2009, 2:38pm EDT
  

• Rocky Adkins: His Fight Against Cancer

  
  
  
  
  When we think of Rocky Adkins in Western Kentucky most probably know his name or have seen it in a local newspaper. Many know him as the Majority Leader of the Kentucky House of Representatives or maybe if you watch KET you [...]
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  Posted: May 16, 2009, 3:51pm EDT
  

• East Kentucky Man Missing

  ATTENTION WEST KENTUCKY. As requested I have posted this from one of our fellow blogger/ friends in East Kentucky.
  
  UPDATE: Mr. Rogers has turned up and is OK. He took a little trip and did not tell anybody.
  
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  Posted: May 15, 2009, 12:08am EDT
  

• IRS: Ministers & Churches are Free to Campaign

  
  An important decision has been made by the IRS concerning ministers and churches regarding political activity. I have posted this story by Ralph Hallow of the Washington Times.

  Note: This article has been posted with permission granted by Ralph Z. Hallow & Chris Dolan, Asst. Managing Editor for Politics [...]

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  Posted: May 13, 2009, 4:14pm EDT
  

• Bill Cox Hammers Republicans at Dinner

  Former State Legislator and Federal Highway Administrator Bill Cox wasted no time Friday night going after the Republicans. Using humor and statistics, Cox dressed down McConnell, Bunning and Trey Grayson.
  
  Cox started with Bunning referring to his Senate career as an embarrassment to the [...]
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  Posted: May 12, 2009, 12:56pm EDT
  

• Coach Giordano: A Legend is Gone

  
  A two time college football All American and former Caldwell County Football Coach Al Giordano passed away at Vanderbilt on Friday. Coach "G" will be laid to rest this evening with a funeral mass to be held at 4pm at St. Paul's Catholic Church in' [...]
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  Posted: May 12, 2009, 11:38am EDT
  

• Rep. Tilley Attends National Judicial Conference

  Rep. Tilley named to multi-state legal panel; also invited to summit on fair courts
  
  Frankfort – Recognizing his work as chairman of the Kentucky House of Representatives’ Judiciary Committee, House Speaker Greg Stumbo and Chief Justice John Minton have both recommended state Rep. John Tilley to play a role [...]
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  Posted: May 07, 2009, 3:52pm EDT
  

• Purchase Area Jefferson Jackson Dinner

  The Purchase Area Jefferson Jackson Dinner sponsored by the Calloway County Democrats will be held June 19th in the Curris Center Ballroom at Murray State University. A Social Hour will begin at 6pm CST and the Dinner at 7pm.
  
  Governor Steve Beshear is scheduled to be the keynote Speaker. [...]
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  Posted: May 07, 2009, 3:33pm EDT
  

• Ned Breathitt Dinner: Bill Cox Guest Speaker

  Bill Cox will be the guest speaker for the Gov. Ned Breathitt Day Dinner tomorrow night in Hopkinsville. Cox has served at every level of Government & politics since the 1960"s.
  
  Bill Cox has had the opportunity to watch and experience Kentucky politics from many unique positions for over" [...]
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  Posted: May 07, 2009, 3:08pm EDT
  

• Obama Goes after Ammo, Gun Owners

  From the Shootist at www.theshootist.net
  
  Obama has decided to attack gun owners as expected by limiting ammunition. Now as the article shows, DoD is now going to take away jobs and profit from American Companies so we can sell the brass to China for a lesser amount of [...]
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  Posted: April 23, 2009, 12:34am EDT
  

• Former U.K. Quarterback Indicted

  Friday a Christian County Grand Jury indicted former U of K Quarterback Curits Pulley for Flagrant Non Support( Child Support). Pulley who is now considered a fugitive from justice faces arrest on this felony count.
  
  As a Senior Quarterback at Hopkinsville High School, Pulley was named 2004 Kentucky [...]
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  Posted: April 18, 2009, 2:59pm EDT
  

• Rep. Tilley: Murray State Breathitt Lab

  I have included a partial press release by State Representative John Tilley. I have made a couple edits because I can. For Immediate Release:
  April 17, 2009
  
  Rep. Tilley praises ag policy board for supporting veterinary center study
  
  Frankfort – The vote today by the Office of Agricultural [...]
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  Posted: April 18, 2009, 2:25pm EDT
  

• From The Rural Democrat

  Thanks to our friends at The Rural Democrat for granting permission to post their comments on the Kentucky Senate Race.
  
  Some Think the 2010 US Senate Race is a Fight for Kentucky's Values
  
  Daniel Mongiardo's message is simple to understand. His message reminds Kentuckians that we have a [...]
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  Posted: April 14, 2009, 11:59pm EDT
  

• Great Awakening or The Purge

  In the wake of my recent comments I have received many emails and phone calls. Most agreeing with me, some disappointed and well some just trying to appease me or humor me.
  
  I have Liberrrrrrral friends who I love and admire but we just differ on many issues and [...]
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  Posted: April 14, 2009, 6:44pm EDT
  

• The Rural Democrat Speaks

  The Rural Democrat has a good article on the Senate race in Kentucky. I will try to direct you to their blog. I would ask for permission to run it on the Underground Rooster but I lost their email when my computer crashed a few months ago.
  
  Rural Democrat: [...]
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  Posted: April 14, 2009, 6:26pm EDT
  

• Dan Miller: Growing up with our Friend

  It would have to be considered a feeble attempt to sum up a man's life in a few lines. Dan Miller anchored the news at WSMV-TV in Nashville during the majority of my life. For those of you not from around these parts we in a good part of Western' [...]
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  Posted: April 10, 2009, 4:24pm EDT
  

• Tornado Hits Christian County

  Politics aside for a few minutes. A tornado is reported to have touch down in North Christian County in the Mannington Community which is on Hwy 41 near the Hopkins County-Christian County line. The Kentucky New Era reported that hail the size of a baseball had been experienced by some. [...]
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  Posted: April 10, 2009, 4:20pm EDT
  

• Jack Conway Entering Race for Senate

  It appears there will be a Democratic Primary for the U.S. Senate Seat now being held by Jim Bunning. A couple polls have been released in the past few days to indicate Bunning is very weak.
  
  Dr. Dan has raised a record amount of money through the first [...]
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  Posted: April 09, 2009, 12:21pm EDT
  

• Gov. Ned Breathitt Day Banquet

  The Eighteenth Annual Ned Breathitt Dinner has been slated for May 8th. The Annual Dinner sponsored by the Christian County Democratic Executive Committee will be held this year at the Watts Senior Citizens Center on West 7th Street (old US 68W). Imformati0n provided below:
  
  Ned Breathitt Dinner
  Friday May [...]
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  Posted: April 06, 2009, 4:29pm EDT
  

• Chandler & Yarmuth Betray Kentucky Farmers

  This is almost a repeat of the nightmare scenario Rural Kentucky faced during Clinton's first term as President. Congressman Henry Waxman who represents Beverly Hills, Malibu and Hollywood in California's 30th district has finally gotten his way.
  
  Waxman who failed in the early 90's in his bid to allow' [...]
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  Posted: April 04, 2009, 12:20am EDT
  

• NASCAR: Kentucky Money-Kentucky Workers

  
  Stumbo Defends House Action In Defense of Kentucky Workers :
  
  
  
  Press release issued Wednesday by the House Speaker Greg Stumbo
  
  
  
  For those who think of fast cars instead of the beach when they hear the word “Daytona,” one item [...]
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  Posted: April 03, 2009, 7:26pm EDT
  

• Stumbo and Leadership Got It Right

  In the aftermath of the "Short Session" of the Kentucky General Assembly much criticism came from the Liberal sector admonishing the House for not changing the rules to consider some last minute legislation. Talk about hypocrisy-where do I begin.
  
  If you recall it was only a few months ago [...]
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  Posted: April 03, 2009, 4:16pm EDT
  

• Harold Knight to Co-Chair Mongiardo Campaign

  I received a number of responses from my post on the Senate race which vented and reemphasized the nature of Western Kentucky. First let me say I appreciated my old buddy Jeff Noble who posted my thoughts on his Louisville Website. As Jeff mentioned we don't agree on a number' [...]
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  Posted: April 03, 2009, 3:12pm EDT
  

• Advice for Conway & Mongiardo

  I'm always amazed how seemingly educated people can be as dumb as a box of rocks when it comes to politics in Kentucky. The issues that are important to Kentuckians cover a wide range. It is rare that your going to find anyone in Rural Kentucky agreeing on issues with' [...]
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  Posted: March 29, 2009, 10:58pm EDT
  

• A Democrat Primary for Senate or Not

  I find the race for U.S. Senate some what interesting as of late although nothing has really occurred that has surprised me or anybody else. In one sense I feel some what sorry for Lt. Gov. Daniel Monjiardo because here is a guy who almost won the Senate seat and [...]
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  Posted: March 29, 2009, 4:15pm EDT
  

• HB 383 & the KHSAA

  First, as someone who has been involved and coached high school football in Kentucky for over 20 years let me say that this is an important issue but it has been addressed in the wrong way by the wrong folks. I can understand and appreciate Legislators wanting to step up [...]
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  Posted: March 10, 2009, 12:53am EDT
  

• A Page in the Kentucky House

  
  
  (I'm pictured above with other pages in front of Capitol Annex. I'm far left.)
  One is never too old to re-live and experience the excitement of one's youth. I can't tell you how excited that I was to learn that my State Representative John [...]
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  Posted: March 03, 2009, 9:16pm EST