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Lights Out at Wolf Creek National Fish Hatchery in Observance of Earth Hour 2009
On Saturday, March 28th, 2009, some visitors to Wolf Creek National Fish Hatchery (NFH) found themselves in the dark, all to raise awareness of the importance of energy conservation and the potential impacts of climate change to our fish and wildlife species. As part of the global Earth Hour 2009 campaign, Wolf Creek NFH participated in the event by turning off all non-essential lights for one hour. To help facilitate the educational value, signs were posted, and staff were available with fact sheets in hand to talk with visitors on the significance and overall impact of the event.
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***ATTEMPT TO LOCATE / WANTED***
The Kentucky State Police are attempting to locate 46-year-old
(08/07/1962) Gary E. Oler of Greensburg, KY. As a result of an ongoing
investigation, he is wanted on charges relating to child pornography, according to a special release from the KSP
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Jail one step closer to reality
In April 2 Issue
The members of the fiscal court moved ahead with construction of a new jail in a special called meeting March 26th.
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Allegations turn to indictments from grand jury
In April 2 Issue
The Russell County Grand Jury delivered true-bills for charges against 18 people its regular session March 31st.
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Helicopters summoned to Ky-80 wreck scene
In April 2 Issue
Two Russell County residents were airlifted to the University of
Kentucky Chandler Medical Center after a scary head-on collision on
Monday afternoon and one of the injured faces a DUI citation, according
to Kentucky State Police.
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Burglary and arson arrests by local law enforcement
In April 2 Issue
Two Jamestown men were arrested over the past week on burglary and
theft charges and arson charges in separate incidents, according to
local law enforcement officials.
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PSC says rates to rise
In April 2 Issue
State regulators have agreed to changes that they report are likely to
lead to a hike in local electric rates for customers of South Kentucky
Rural Electric Cooperative.
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Russell Springs revitalizing
In April 2 Issue
Last Thursday, the Russell Springs Downtown Revitalization Committee
hosted a luncheon for local business leaders to inform them of the
effort to breathe new life into downtown Russell Springs and to enlist
their support.
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Lebanon Lancers laying up the points in semi-pro ball
In April 2 Issue
With Laker high school basketball over and the college basketball
season winding down, some locals may still need their basketball fix as
warmer weather approaches.
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Laker baseball wins three this week
In April 2 Issue
This week has proved to be a success on the baseball diamond for Coach
David Rexroat’s Lakers as they won three varsity games this week.
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Lady Lakers get back into win column
In April 2 Issue
After two disappointing losses to Garrard County and Boyle County last
week, Coach Trent Tarter’s Lady Lakers found themselves back in the win
column this week after a Tuesday win against rival Casey County.
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Russell County Track team competes at first meet
In April 2 Issue
The Russell County track and field teams competed in their first meet at the Somerset All Comers on Tuesday, March 24.
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RCHS tennis starts season strong
In April 2 Issue
Both the Boys and Girls RCHS Laker Tennis teams have come out of the
gate firing on all cylinders as each have begun the 2009 season 3-0.
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From my window ... by I. C. Toowell
In April 2 Issue
Well, what do you think? Obama is now running the car industry, the banks and everything else.
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Computers, Internet and changes
In April 2 Issue
We believe it was in 1984 we contracted with Jerry Gibson to install
the first computerized typesetting equipment at this newspaper
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Cruisin': Looking Back
In March 28 Issue
Russell County News
A little over a year ago I was ask to do this article on the old cars and the old days. I wasn’t quite sure I wanted to do it.
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Jerry Gibson's final arrangements
Visitation for Jerry Gibson will be 11 a.m. Eastern time with funeral at 1 p.m. EDT on March 28th at the Marvin S. Hicks Funeral Home in Monticello.
He was known to publishers and editors across the state. He maintained he had installed the first computer pagination and layout equipment in this part of the country.
Jerry Gibson, 57, of Russell Springs was found dead in his apartment Wednesday night.
About ten years ago Gibson, with his friend David Davenport, founded the lakecumberland.com Web site which was known nationally as “the” Web site for information on the lake.
He was the man behind the keyboard at wildcatsradio.com, which is known to many as the definitive UK basketball Web site, and a moving force for years at the Star Theater.
From his youth he was a musician and radio personality in his native Wayne County.
Gibson worked many years at The Wayne County Outlook and was one of those responsible for starting The Pulaski Weekly newspaper in Somerset.
At one point, because of his computer expertise, Gibson was assisting about half of the state's newspapers with installing and maintaining computer systems.
Gibson remained the go-to-guy at the Times Journal and Russell County News for computer and Internet related issues right up to the day of his death.
Officials reported Thursday morning that foul play was not suspected in Gibson’s death. He was found by his friend, who summoned police to check on him after Gibson didn’t update game results from Wednesday night’s UK game, and would not come to the door.
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WOLF CREEK NFH: Friends of Wolf Creek National Fish Hatchery, Inc. Attend Fisheries Friends Conference in D.C.
Friends of Wolf Creek National Fish Hatchery, Inc. members Jerry and Betty Coleman, along with Wolf Creek NFH Environmental Education/Outreach Specialist Amanda Patrick, attended the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (USFWS) Fisheries Friends Group Conference held in Washington D.C., March 10 - 12, 2009. The national conference was an opportunity for Friends Groups (those related to the Fisheries Program) from across the country to network and share ideas.
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WOLF CREEK NFH: Wolf Creek National Fish Hatchery to Turn Out the Lights in Observance of Earth Hour 2009
On Saturday, March 28th, 2009, visitors to Wolf Creek National Fish Hatchery (NFH) may find themselves in the dark, all to raise awareness of the importance of energy conservation and the potential impacts of climate change to our fish and wildlife species. As part of the global Earth Hour 2009 campaign, Wolf Creek NFH will turn off all non-essential lights for one hour, beginning at 12 noon – 1:00pm CST. All visitor facilities will remain open. Staff will be available to answer questions.
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WOLF CREEK NFH: Wolf Creek National Fish Hatchery to Support Russell County Physical Activity/Wellness/Diabetes Coalition in Getting Kiddos Outdoors!
In partnership with the Russell County Physical Activity/Wellness/Diabetes Coalition, directed by Shirley Roberson, Health Educator with the Russell County Health Center, Wolf Creek National Fish Hatchery will be working with the coalition to launch a new initiative designed to get children and their families outdoors called “Let’s Go Outside!.” The program, which will target 4th graders in the Russell County School System, will kick off Monday, March 30th, 2009 and will conclude on Friday, April 24th, 2009.
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WOLF CREEK NFH: Upcoming Event Schedule for April at Wolf Creek National Fish Hatchery
With the celebrations of both Earth Day on April 22nd, 2009 and Arbor Day on April 24th, 2009, it’s a great time to celebrate our wonderful natural world by getting outdoors and being connected with nature, and Wolf Creek National Fish Hatchery is the perfect place to do just that! Yes, whether it’s enjoying a day of fishing with friends and/or family at hatchery creek or making plans for a field trip for you and your students, the entire staff at Wolf Creek welcomes you for a visit seven days a week as our Visitor/Environmental Education Center is open 8:00am – 4:00pm CST daily. Beginning May 1st, 2009, we will be open 8:00am – 5:00pm CST as well seven days per week too, giving you and yours more time to visit.
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