Podcasts about Fayette County

In this episode : Follow up conversation on the Fayette County case; an update on county taxes and how artificial sweeteners may impact the treatment of cancer patients.

The state budget is more than 2 months late, and some community services -- such as domestic violence and rape crisis centers -- are now forced to make tough decisions. The Senate's return to Harrisburg this week offers no immediate relief. Donald Trump’s pick to serve as U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania is still waiting on his confirmation from the Senate. Senate Democrats are pushing to stall his nomination, along with nine others across the country. Rite Aid appears to be extinct in the state where the pharmacy chain was born. Its last Pennsylvania drugstore, located in Fayette County, closed late last month. WellSpan York Hospital is forming its own private police department, according to a memo sent to hospital staff. Former Auditor General Eugene DePasquale is the new state chairman of Pennsylvania's Democratic Party. The National Weather Service confirms a tornado touched down in Lancaster County last Thursday night with peak wind speeds of 70 miles per hour. And the developers behind a massive A-I data center proposed for Cumberland County are holding a public meeting to gather feedback about their plans. In uncertain times, our community counts on facts, not noise. Support the journalism and programming that keep you informed. Donate now at www.witf.org/givenow. And thank you.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Larry welcomes 4th district Fayette County school board member, Amanda Ferguson back to the broadcast ahead of the Fayette County Board of Education scheduled Monday afternoon planning meeting, days after a special-called session focused on the district’s budget. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

GDP Script/ Top Stories for September 6th Publish Date: September 6th PRE-ROLL: From the BG AD Group Studio Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast. Today is Saturday, September 6th and Happy Birthday to Rodger Waters I’m Peyton Spurlock and here are your top stories presented by Gwinnett KIA Mall of Georgia. Former Secretary of State staffer running for the office Gwinnett Sheriff's Office looking for applicants for Explorers program A year later, Apalachee High students recount living through a mass shooting Plus, the Stripers report with Jim Jarvis All of this and more is coming up on the Gwinnett Daily Post podcast, and if you are looking for community news, we encourage you to listen daily and subscribe! Break 1: 07.14.22 KIA MOG STORY 1: Former Secretary of State staffer running for the office  Gabriel Sterling, once a top aide to Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger, is officially throwing his hat in the ring for the state’s top elections job. He filed paperwork Tuesday to raise funds and confirmed Thursday he’s running. Sterling, who fiercely defended Georgia’s 2020 election results against Trump’s baseless fraud claims, will face Kelvin King in the GOP primary. King supports hand-counting ballots, a hot-button issue as Georgia’s voting system evolves. The race is heating up STORY 2: Gwinnett Sheriff's Office looking for applicants for Explorers program The Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office is shaping future law enforcement pros through its Explorer Post 699 Program—a hands-on initiative that’s been running strong since 2006. It’s not just about learning the ropes of law enforcement; it’s about building life skills, leadership, and teamwork in a supportive, structured environment. Recently, Post 699 Explorers crushed it at the Law Enforcement Exploring Academy, completing 40 grueling hours of training—classroom lessons, intense simulations, the works. They walked away with six awards, including Leadership, Physical Fitness, and the coveted Academy Honor Graduate. Interested? If you’re 14–20, email Sergeant Adrien Filer or check out GoGCSO.com. STORY 3: A year later, Apalachee High students recount living through a mass shooting Sasha Contreras was sitting in Spanish class at Apalachee High on Sept. 4 last year when everything changed. She didn’t hear the gunshots—they were too far away—but an hour earlier, she’d been in math class with Ana Cristina Irimie. Sasha left that class smiling, not knowing it’d be the last time she’d see her teacher alive. Irimie, along with students Christian Angulo, Mason Schermerhorn, and coach Ricky Aspinwall, was killed that morning. The shooter, 14-year-old Colt Gray, faces murder charges, while his father, Colin Gray, is charged for arming him. Barrow County is still grappling with the tragedy. On Thursday, former and current students gathered at the Capitol to honor the victims and share their pain. In response to the shooting, Georgia lawmakers passed a school safety bill in March, requiring schools to track and share records of students with troubling behavior. Another law doubled death benefits for teachers killed “in the line of duty.” We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.874.3200 for more info. We’ll be right back Break 2: Ingles Markets 6 STRIPERS INTERVIEW Break 3: STORY 6: Activists call for greater scrutiny of data centers Diana Dietz, a retired nurse and Fayette County resident, didn’t hold back Thursday when she spoke to state lawmakers about the impact of data centers on her community. Dietz made it clear: “This isn’t anti-AI or anti-data centers. But you need to see what’s happening.” Data centers, like Excalibur, are popping up across Georgia to meet the skyrocketing energy demands of AI. But they’re guzzling water, electricity, and, according to environmentalists like Mark Woodall of the Sierra Club, stalling progress toward clean energy. STORY 7: Rainbow Village set to expand its campus — and fight — against homelessness For 34 years, Rainbow Village has been a lifeline for homeless families, helping them rebuild their lives. Now, as it approaches its 35th year, the Duluth nonprofit is gearing up to double its impact. By the end of the month, they’ll break ground on a major campus expansion, adding two new apartment buildings to their current 30-unit setup. Soon, they’ll be able to house 66 families—single parents, grandparents raising grandkids, couples, older boys—any family in need. Families stay up to two years, learning to budget, save, and heal. Rent includes utilities, internet, and access to counseling, life skills classes, and kids’ programs. The $15 million project, funded by donations, grants, and Gwinnett County support, is 73% funded. Construction starts Sept. 29, with completion expected in a year. For details, visit rainbowvillage.org. We’ll have closing comments after this Break 4: GWINETT FAIR Signoff – Thanks again for hanging out with us on today’s Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast. If you enjoy these shows, we encourage you to check out our other offerings, like the Cherokee Tribune Ledger podcast, the Marietta Daily Journal, or the Community Podcast for Rockdale Newton and Morgan Counties. Read more about all our stories and get other great content at www.gwinnettdailypost.com Did you know over 50% of Americans listen to podcasts weekly? Giving you important news about our community and telling great stories are what we do. Make sure you join us for our next episode and be sure to share this podcast on social media with your friends and family. Add us to your Alexa Flash Briefing or your Google Home Briefing and be sure to like, follow, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. 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This week we catch up on two stories we've discussed before: the union election in Hardin County at the Blue Oval SK plant and Fayette County Public Schools' ongoing budget disaster. In addition, Jazmin talks about a crime story involving shock probation that has many Republicans in Louisville talking.

Ep. 386 Ken rejoins Dave to discuss Trump's firings, a midterm convention, the Minnesota shooting, Cracker Barrel retreats, the AJC throws in the towel on print, Marvel moving out, a slap at 30,000 feet, and ICE arrests in Georgia. Political & National Debates Trump's Firings & Orders: Discussion on the recent ousting of the CDC Director and Federal Reserve's Lisa Cook, alongside controversial executive actions regarding flag burning and the end of Kamala Harris's Secret Service detail. Trump's Midterm Convention: Analyzing the proposed convention, seen by some as a "three-day Trump rally" rather than a traditional political gathering. Minneapolis Catholic School Shooting: A somber account of the tragedy, focusing on the shooter Robin Westman's mental health issues, the mayor's immediate anti-gun stance, and the Pope's diplomatic message of condolence. Pop Culture & Business Insights Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce Engagement: Reactions to the high-profile celebrity engagement, including jokes about a "thick prenup" and discussions on their respective careers and vaccine promotion. Cracker Barrel's Uncle Hershel Returns: The unexpected drama surrounding the Cracker Barrel logo change, the backlash against DEI initiatives, and the quiet removal of the website's "pride section," affirming its southern comfort food identity. Marvel Studios Exits Georgia: The significant news of Marvel productions moving to the UK for better cash tax rebates, and the potential impact on Atlanta's film industry and the Fayette County real estate market. Bizarre Lawsuits & Trademarks: A "Georgia man" suing Delta over an alleged slap, and the curious case of Bill Belichick and his girlfriend trademarking "Gold Digger" for merchandise. Georgia On Our Minds Pike County Mill Rate Rollback:  Ken details a heated public hearing over a proposed 23% millage rate increase, leading to a commission vote to roll back property taxes, emphasizing a need for county-level budget cuts or "gov zempic." Atlanta Urban Development: The closing of the iconic Cheetah club after 48 years, making way for Georgia Tech's student housing expansion, and historical context of the 1996 Olympics' impact on areas like Techwood Homes and Stewart Avenue. ICE Arrests Spike in Georgia: Data showing Georgia has among the nation's highest immigration arrests, predominantly from prisons, the impact of the Criminal Alien Act of 2024 on local municipalities, and the connection to uninsured drivers and rising car insurance rates. Sports & Lifestyle College Football Kickoff: Anticipation for the new college football season, with Georgia and Georgia Tech hoping for strong starts, and challenges of playing in high-altitude locations like Colorado. Ken's Beach & Fishing Trip: A quick recap of Ken's "guys trip" to the beach, featuring surf fishing for sail cats.

MDJ Script/ Top Stories for August 27th Publish Date:  August 27th    Commercial: From the BG Ad Group Studio, Welcome to the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast.    Today is Wednesday, August 27th and Happy Birthday to Paul Reuben I’m Keith Ippolito and here are the stories Cobb is talking about, presented by Times Journal Root House hosts annual Harvest Dinner to support historic home Cobb County customers react to Cracker Barrel makeover Suspect in Strand Theatre vandalism identified All of this and more is coming up on the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast, and if you are looking for community news, we encourage you to listen and subscribe!  BREAK: INGLES 5 STORY 1: Root House hosts annual Harvest Dinner to support historic home The William Root House is gearing up for its annual Harvest Dinner on Sept. 13, and honestly, it’s like stepping back in time—fried chicken, garden veggies, and all. Built in 1845, the Root House is Marietta’s oldest home, though there’s a twist: researchers think parts of it might predate that. Trevor Beemon, Cobb Landmarks’ executive director, said they’re working with University of West Georgia students to analyze timber samples. Tree rings don’t lie, apparently. The Roots, Marietta’s first druggist family, lived there until 1866. Now, it’s a museum—and a perfect spot for Southern-style dinners under the stars. Proceeds? They keep the lights on. STORY 2: Cobb County customers react to Cracker Barrel makeover  Cracker Barrel’s new minimalist logo has stirred up a storm, with some customers calling it progress and others calling it a betrayal. Gone is the man leaning on a barrel—“Uncle Herschel,” a nod to the founder’s family. The redesign, paired with brighter, sleeker interiors, has left longtime fans divided. Meanwhile, Cracker Barrel’s stock has dropped 10%, and the debate rages on. STORY 3: Suspect in Strand Theatre vandalism identified The Marietta Police say they’ve identified the person who broke the Strand Theatre’s box office window early Saturday morning. No charges, though—not yet. “We’ve spoken to the suspect,” said police spokesman Aaron Wright. “The Strand isn’t pressing charges at this time. He was interviewed and released.” The theater, meanwhile, is staying positive. In a statement, they said they’re still open and committed to being a safe, welcoming space for the community. And that’s that, for now. No drama, no arrests—just a broken window and, hopefully, a lesson learned. We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.799.6810 for more info.  We’ll be right back. Break: Ingles 5 STORY 4: 'A slap in the face': Cobb to weigh funding request for veterans memorial  After nearly 10 years of planning, the Cobb Veterans Memorial is still stuck in limbo, and Tuesday’s vote by the Cobb County Board of Commissioners might be its last shot at breaking ground. Commissioner JoAnn Birrell is pushing for $1 million from excess SPLOST funds to help close the gap on the now $5 million project. But support? It’s thin. Birrell says her fellow commissioners aren’t on board, and she’s frustrated. The memorial, promised in 2015, has ballooned in cost from $2.5 million to nearly $8 million. Veterans are waiting. Time’s running out. STORY 5: MetroAtlanta Ambulance CEO to Lead Cobb Chamber Pete Quinones, the founder and CEO of MetroAtlanta Ambulance Service, has been named the Cobb Chamber of Commerce’s chairman for 2027. The announcement came Monday, with Quinones set to follow Melissa Cantrell, CEO of CDH Partners, who will serve as chair in 2026. Quinones started his ambulance service in Marietta with one vehicle and four employees. Now? Over 800 employees, 200 vehicles, and a million residents served. Sharon Mason, Cobb Chamber CEO, called him a “steadfast leader” with a vision for growth. Break: STORY 6: A world of flavor and culture comes to Cobb County  Music, laughter, and the mouthwatering aroma of global cuisine filled the air at Cobb County’s International Festival on Saturday. Since 2019, the festival has celebrated the county’s rich diversity, said Adriana Helenek, Cobb’s Hispanic and Latin American liaison. “This year, we’ve got over 10 consulates, food, performances, kids’ activities—it’s all about showing how beautifully diverse Cobb is,” she said. Outside, food trucks served everything from Jamaican jerk to Filipino lumpia. Inside, vendors sold African Ankara fabrics, handmade jewelry, and even crystals (courtesy of Cobb DA Sonya Allen, a self-proclaimed “rock nerd”). STORY 7: New park to honor Vinings folk artist A new pocket park in Vinings will soon honor the vibrant legacy of folk artist Nellie Mae Rowe. Set to open in November, the 1,600-square-foot park will sit at 2857 Paces Ferry Road, where Rowe’s “playhouse” once stood—a home she transformed into a living, breathing work of art. Scrap steel benches, crushed glass walkways, and sculptures by local artist Alan Peterson will reflect her upcycling spirit. Born in 1900 to a blacksmith and seamstress, Rowe’s journey from Fayette County farm fields to celebrated artist is nothing short of inspiring. We’ll have closing comments after this. Break: INGLES 5 Signoff-   Thanks again for hanging out with us on today’s Marietta Daily Journal Podcast. If you enjoy these shows, we encourage you to check out our other offerings, like the Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast, the Marietta Daily Journal, or the Community Podcast for Rockdale Newton and Morgan Counties. Read more about all our stories and get other great content at www.mdjonline.com Did you know over 50% of Americans listen to podcasts weekly? Giving you important news about our community and telling great stories are what we do. Make sure you join us for our next episode and be sure to share this podcast on social media with your friends and family. Add us to your Alexa Flash Briefing or your Google Home Briefing and be sure to like, follow, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. 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Tim and I sit down with our friend Jeremy Janda and invite him to share his heart in this episode. As a husband and father, leader in his church, and 5th generation resident of Fayette County, Jeremy has sought to use his time, energy and resources to serve and invest in our local community. Over the past few years, he's become increasingly more aware of the books that are lining the shelves of our children's public libraries, of the resources our kids readily have at their fingertips. We pick up the conversation with Jeremy sharing a little about his growing up years and how his past has compelled him to actively engage in this controversial topic. My hope is that this discussion empowers parents to have more intentional conversations with their kids about what they're consuming, raises awareness among adults about the content children are exposed to, and encourages communities to resist convenience in favor of pursuing what's truly best for our children. Jeremy invites further conversation and questions on this topic. If you'd like to connect with him, email: checkplusstorage@gmail.comShow Notes/Quotes:Libby appThe Culture Translator Newsletter“Kids are not mature enough to handle these topics, children that are sexualized at young ages - there are plenty of studies that show it is not healthy, it leads to so many different problems in the future.” “The problem I have with the language is if it can't be used freely in school then why is it ok to hand out literature that has that language in it?”“It's going into libraries before it's sat in the hands of parents or people…books that were put into print very quickly…there haven't been many adult eyes that have been able to look at this and go - ‘Is this good for our children's minds? Is this good for our children's hearts?'”“I think it's important if anything comes out of this podcast that parents realize this is not a big city problem, this is not another state's problem, this is in Texas, this is in every school district.”“If we promote or lead children down a path of sinfulness, I think that's the worst form of hate you could give to anybody.”“That's what this argument is about - what's appropriate for children and what's not.”“I do know that us not pouring into our children in this short time period that we have to do that, they are kids for such a short period of time…and our influence during that period of time is so crucial.”“Parents have to stand up and say we're not going to be complacent, we're not going to be that generation of tolerating it.” “After 2 decades studying the religious, spiritual lives of American adolescents the evidence is clear, no other institution or program comes close to shaping youth religiously as their parents do.” -Dr. Christian Smith“The influence that you have as a parent is from age 0 to 18. From 0 to 18 you would have already spent 85% of the time that you'll ever spend with your child, has already been spent. And you will spend the rest of your life, however many years that might be, with that credit of 15%. That's always resonated with me. As inconvenient sometimes as it can be to be a parent, I have to recognize that this is where my time needs to be spent right now.”Jeremy invites any further discussion and questions on this topic! If you'd like to learn more or connect with him in more depth, email him at checkplusstorage@gmail.comVerses: Matthew 18:5-9Romans 12James 4

State Rep. Tony McCombie celebrates Sweetcorn Appreciation Day. AJ Tackett provides a CropWatcher report from Fayette County.  Lynn Gipson from the Amateur Trapshooting Association highlights the Grand American at the World Shooting and Recreational Complex in Sparta.Joe Camp at Commstock Investments previews a new market week.  

What happens when a Midwest researcher finds himself face-to-face with a red-eyed creature in the deep woods of Iowa — and then it hurls a log over a six-foot boulder? In this intense and shadowy episode, we sit down with Bob Barhite, a longtime BFRO investigator and veteran of expeditions across the Driftless Area of Iowa. From glowing red eye sightings in Fayette County to terrifying nights at Backbone State Park, Bob recounts hair-raising encounters with creatures that mimic voices, throw objects, and may even use light as communication. You'll hear stories from Yellow River, Blue Mound State Park, the Mines of Spain, and even Mount Hood — including a chilling moment when a Sasquatch reached into a tent, just inches from a man's face. If you're into aggressive encounters, stealthy stalkers, and the mysterious Midwest, you won't want to miss this one.Resources: https://www.lowlandsbigfoot.org

An extended conversation with Illinois Farm Bureau President Brian Duncan. FarmWeekNow CropWatcher AJ Tackett details heavy rains in Fayette County.Illinois Farm Bureau Economic Policy Analyst Raelynn Parmely discusses IFB "State of the Farm Economy" quarterly reports.  

✨ From viral fudge to vital change! On this week's episode of the DoGood Radio Hour, we're joined by Adam Dahl of Dahlhus Fudge—TikTok sensation, community champion, and sweet-toothed visionary. Tune in as Adam shares the story behind his viral fame, why community means everything to him, and how he's using his platform (and his fudge!) to help eliminate school lunch debt in Fayette County. You don't want to miss this inspiring (and delicious) conversation! #DoGoodRadioHour #DahlhusFudge #FayetteCounty #SchoolLunchDebt #TikTokForGood #CommunityChampion #BGCF

President of the Allegheny/Fayette County Central Labor Council on the need for more laborers full 1723 Thu, 17 Jul 2025 18:51:39 +0000 uNCzQUOpdwnmLVkGXo4PBxS7gCUVRUkd news,a-newscasts,top picks Marty Griffin news,a-newscasts,top picks President of the Allegheny/Fayette County Central Labor Council on the need for more laborers On-demand selections from Marty's show on Newsradio 1020 KDKA , airing weekdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News News News News news News News News News News False

Columbus City Schools teacher killed in a domestic violence incident; drivers stranded after a semi crash closed I-71 northbound in Fayette County for more than 8 hours overnight; some Ohio lawmakers are urging federal officials to keep Wright-Patterson Air Force Base under 4-star command amid Defense Department cuts; why did ODOT post a rendering of the new Cleveland Browns stadium full of trash?

Columbus City Schools teacher killed in a domestic violence incident; drivers stranded after a semi crash closed I-71 northbound in Fayette County for more than 8 hours overnight; some Ohio lawmakers are urging federal officials to keep Wright-Patterson Air Force Base under 4-star command amid Defense Department cuts; why did ODOT post a rendering of the new Cleveland Browns stadium full of trash?

Have you ever come across one of those rare true crime cases that keep you scratching your head. Things just don't add up and it seems helpless not having more answers. Well, this case will leave you asking questions for sure. Today KCC discusses the case of a Jane Doe who has been nameless for almost 40 years. She was discovered at the scene of a semi-truck crash. The twist, she was found under the trailer. So many theories surround this case and how she ended up underneath a tractor trailer. It was recently thrust back into the media because Fayette County is determined to give her back her name. 

When it comes to rewarding outdoor experiences, there are few things that can compete with seeing a waterfall. There's just so much to enjoy. The mesmerizing sight of water cascading over rocks, the soothing sound of its rhythmic splash and the refreshing touch of mist in the air.No matter if the waterfall is five stories or five feet, they're a wonderful sight in nature.And luckily, Pennsylvania has a lot of beautiful waterfalls. We've got all sorts here. We got big ones, small ones, ones that can be found all year long, ones that only be seen after a big rain. Ones that roar like freight trains and ones that tinkle like wind chimes.We have waterfalls all over the Commonwealth. From Cucumber Falls in Fayette County to Ganoga Falls in Luzerne County. You can see waterfalls easily from your car or hike miles into the forest to explore them away from the crowds. We have something for everyone. And while TLC famously told us not to go chasing waterfalls, I implore you to.But having so many options can be dauting for some. Where do I start? Where should I visit first? When is the best season to see them? I don't know. So I decided to find someone who did. And we could not have gotten a better guest for an episode on our majestic waterfalls than this episode's expert. On this episode, I speak with Jim Cheney. Jim is the creator of Uncovering PA and the author of “Waterfalls of Pennsylvania.” Be sure to support our 2025 sponsors:Keystone Trails AssociationPurple Lizard MapsPennsylvania Parks and Forests FoundationSisters' SunflowersSupport the showVisit our website to learn more about the podcast, to purchase merch and to find out about our incredible sponsors. Follow us on Instagram and Meta to stay connected. Hosting, production and editing: Christian AlexandersenMusic: Jon SauerGraphics: Matt Davis

Quentin Pullen - aka "Coach Q" - has made a run at politics but currently hails as a fitness coach & movement therapist. I sense serving constituents isn't off the table for him, though, and he's spent a lot of time as an activist and organizer with the Georgia 50501 chapter. He joined me today to provide his perspective - as a former Marine and Californian - on all that's going on in Los Angeles - with Marines and National Guard troops there at the behest of President Trump and to get the gameplan for 'No Kings' protests and Juneteenth commemorations this weekend. ------Also hailing from Fayette County is state Representative Derrick Jackson, who last week announced he's jumping into the race to be the Georgia Democratic Party's nominee for Governor in 2026. I asked him what made him stand out amongst the current (and potential future) crop of candidates in the party and what his campaign's biggest issues are to focus on.

Two more candidates announce they plan to run for the U.S. House of Representative in the 6th district. Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman says a proposed tax increase in Fayette County is illegal. The Make America Healthy Again movement arrives in the commonwealth.

In March of 1932, a girl named Alice was born in Fayette County to Martha Harris, the unwed 27-year-old daughter of a prosperous farmer from Perryopolis. Years passed, but very little was seen of Alice. Neither Martha nor her father spoke of her, not even her brother mentioned her. It was almost as if the child had never existed.Despite the secrecy surrounding the child, word of Alice's existence got out. On January 12, 1938, the Western Pennsylvania Humane Society sent officers to Perryopolis to investigate. Their visit to the Harris home left them mortified.This is the shocking story of Alice Marie Harris, who was kept a prisoner in an upstairs storage room for five years, and the remarkable effort to rescue her from the depths of hell.

Robin Webb leaves the Democratic Party, Fayette County is raising taxes (maybe?) Trump hates TACOs?, and Bob Menendez is back! All on a packed KPW!

Co-host, David Walls, and I talk Memorial Day, DEI, Fayette County budget and the Big Beautiful Bill. Share. Make it a great day in the Love & Lordship of Christ (Mark 12:29-31)!

School Budget Concerns and Local Politics: Tom Dupree Tackles Fayette County Issues Introduction In this week's episode of The Tom Dupree Show, host Tom Dupree discusses pressing local issues affecting […] The post School Budget Concerns and Local Politics: Tom Dupree Talks Fayette County Issues appeared first on Dupree Financial.

We kept the hexes mundane today because we had some stuff to RANT about. Plus, we're learning some Real PA Trivia about Fayette County!

Today on MetroNews This Morning: --DOGE is hitting Morgantown hard--It's been a year since the tornado hit a tiny Fayette County town--It's Crossover Day at the Legislature--In Sports: WVU and Marshall baseball both win 

Constance Grayson is an artist and a retired attorney having spent the latter part of her legal cereer as an advocate for children in the foster care system.She recently started Kids Place Lex, Inc as a not-for-profit organization with a mission to provide free quality art classes for foster care children and at-risk youth in Fayette County and contiguous counties.These classes are taught by art educators and professional artists.  The goal is to provide activities wherein this youth demographic, who in many cases have suffered from unimaginable trauma and repeated displacement, are able to gain in self-confidence,  learning problem solving and team-building abilities and developing some life skills required for successful adulthood as well as develop an appreciation of the arts.To learn more, become a volunteer, register a student, or make a donation www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573689986693#For more and to connect with us, visit https://www.artsconnectlex.org/art-throb-podcast.html

On this episode of West Virginia Outdoors, join Chris Lawrence on the banks of the New River in Fayette County. Chris is joined by Larry Nibert of the West Virginia Experience as they discuss the ideal conditions for catching fish. Also, a preview of this year's Gold Rush with Jim Hedrick.

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Sniff The Pants - Naked Bob vs The Pittsburgh Macho Man - We check in with Pittsburgh Police Scanner - Nate The Crazy Italian Guy gives us some more Oscars picks - Fayette County Deer... as pets?? - Have anything fun for the show or want to say hi... Listen on iHeartRadio click the little mic and leave us a talkback messageSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode #316 | Steve Berg (Hi, Strangeness) returns for the startling conclusion of the Bigfoot.UFO wave that infiltrated Westmoreland County in 1973. This episode has weird monsters, mysterious saboteurs and an insane UFO encounter involving two Bigfoot type creatures at a farm in Fayette County. Listen Ad-Free on www.patreon.com/bigfootcollectorsclub Watch this Episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bigfootcollectorsclub Michael's eBay Shop BCC is Brought to You By... Hims: Start your free online trial today at www.hims.com/bcc -- SHOW INFORMATION Bigfoot Collectors Club is produced by Riley Bray. Patreon - BCC The Other Side: https://bit.ly/3CGjYcd Listener-Files Submissions: BigfootCollectorsClub@gmail.com. Instagram: https://bit.ly/3W7izlL | Blue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/bccpodcast.bsky.social Our theme song is “Come Alone,” by Suneaters, courtesy of Lotuspool Records. Follow Suneaters on Spotify https://bit.ly/3XnD4vS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gary Dering of Fayette County is the new President of the Tennessee Cattlemen's Association. Dering talks about what it means to be elected as TCA President and what he hopes to accomplish in their two year term.

Coats in Cars - Sidney Crosby eats rotisserie chickens - We check in with the Pittsburgh Scanner... Everyone doing ok out there? - Bird Watching - Steelers locker clean out... Russ wants to come back, We milk a Muth, and T.J. Watt is training with a Fayette County bear - Everyone getting on Red Note - The Mt. Washington billboard that overlooks Pittsburgh has changed so we went right to the Facebook comments - Have anything fun for the show... Listen on iHeartRadio and send us a talkback messageSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sheriff's deputies in Fayette County, Alabama are searching for the remains of 1-year-old Khaleb Collins. Deputies discovered the boy was missing last month after his father, Steven Collins, crashed the family's truck. Steven Collins and Khaleb's older sister, Ryleigh Collins, were killed and Khaleb's mother, Wendy "Pam" Bailey was injured. Investigators said texts on Bailey's phone revealed Collins had inflicted horrific abuse on Khaleb. Law&Crime's Angenette Levy looks at the disturbing case in this episode of Crime Fix — a daily show covering the biggest stories in crime.PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW: Download the FREE Straight Arrow News app at san.com/crimefix and support journalists like us committed to delivering the truth!Host:Angenette Levy https://twitter.com/Angenette5Guest:Marian Braccia https://www.linkedin.com/in/marian-braccia-024634133/CRIME FIX PRODUCTION:Head of Social Media, YouTube - Bobby SzokeSocial Media Management - Vanessa BeinVideo Editing - Daniel CamachoGuest Booking - Alyssa Fisher & Diane KayeSTAY UP-TO-DATE WITH THE LAW&CRIME NETWORK:Watch Law&Crime Network on YouTubeTV: https://bit.ly/3td2e3yWhere To Watch Law&Crime Network: https://bit.ly/3akxLK5Sign Up For Law&Crime's Daily Newsletter: https://bit.ly/LawandCrimeNewsletterRead Fascinating Articles From Law&Crime Network: https://bit.ly/3td2IqoLAW&CRIME NETWORK SOCIAL MEDIA:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawandcrime/Twitter: https://twitter.com/LawCrimeNetworkFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/lawandcrimeTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/lawandcrimenetworkSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This show has been flagged as Explicit by the host. Greetings and welcome to Hacker Public Radio. My name is Peter Paterson, also known as SolusSpider, a Scotsman living in Kentucky, USA. This is my second HPR recording. The first was episode 4258 where I gave my introduction and computer history. Once again I am recording the audio on my Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra phone, running Android 14, with Audio Recorder by Axet. The app was installed from F-Droid. Markdown For my Shownotes I learned to use Markdown by using the ReText app, which allows me to write in one window and preview the result in another. What is this show about? When I visited Archer72, AKA Mark Rice, in November 2024 in his University of Kentucky trauma room I reminded him that I work for God's Pantry Food Bank. He said he wanted to hear more, and highly suggested that I record the story as an HPR show, so here we are. I plan to ask the questions I hear from so many, and attempt to answer them as best I am able. What is the History of God's Pantry Food Bank? Reading directly from the About-Us page of Godspantry.org Mim Hunt, the founder of God's Pantry Food Bank, vowed to leave "the heartbreaking profession of social work" behind when she returned to her hometown of Lexington after serving as a child welfare worker in 1940's New York City. She and her husband, Robert, opened "Mim's," a combination gift shop, antique gallery, and health food store, but after seeing poverty in Lexington that rivaled what she'd fought against in New York, she found herself unable to remain silent. Mim began her work in Lexington by filling her station wagon with food, clothing, and bedding, and distributing it directly to individuals in need. Soon, neighbors were bringing food donations to what became known as "Mim's Pantry" located at her home on Lexington's Parkers Mill Road. But Mim quickly corrected them. "I don't fill these shelves," she said. "God does. This is God's Pantry." God's Pantry Food Bank was born out of this work in 1955 and remained mobile until the first pantry was opened in 1959. Since its founding, the food bank has grown in many ways. What started with one woman attempting to do what she could to address a need is now an organization serving 50 counties in Central and Eastern Kentucky through a number of programs with a dedicated staff committed to the mission of solving hunger. Mim Hunt devoted her life to helping others, and we continue to honor her legacy at God's Pantry Food Bank. Her work is proof that one person, with every small action, can make a large impact. We invite you to join us in continuing Mim's work. Where have been the locations of the main Food Bank facility? My ex-workmate Robert Srodulski recently wrote a reply in Facebook when our newest building was announced. He stated: "If I count right, this is the 6th main warehouse location in Lexington. Congratulations! > Mim's house and car Oldham Avenue garage A building next to Rupp Arena (which is now gone) Forbes Road Jaggie Fox Way, Innovation Drive." My friend Robert was employed by the Food Bank for 26 years. I am chasing his time as the longest lasting male employee. Two ladies have longer service times: Debbie Amburgey with 36.5 years in our Prestonsburg facility. She started on 19th October 1987. Sadly my good friend Debbie passed earlier this year, and I miss her greatly. She never retired. Danielle Bozarth with currently just under 30 years. She started on 30th May 1995. It would take me just over 11 years to catch up with Debbie's service record, which would take me to the age of 68. Unsure if I shall still be employed by then! What exactly do I mean by Food Bank? In February 2023 I wrote a blog post with my explanation of Food Bank. My website is LinuxSpider.net, and you will find the direct link in the shownotes. The blog was written as a response to friends, mostly from the United Kingdom, asking me very this question. To many there, and indeed here in USA also, what is called a Food Bank is what I call a local Food Pantry. Nobody is wrong here at all. We all gather food from various sources and distribute it to our neighbours who are in food insecure need. Most Pantries are totally staffed by volunteers and often open limited hours. The Food Bank has a larger scope in where we source food from, the amount sourced, does have paid staff but still dependent on volunteers, and we are open at least 40 hours a week. More if you include projects that involve evenings and Saturdays. God's Pantry Food Bank has a service area which includes 50 of the 120 Counties of Kentucky, covering central, southern, and eastern, including part of Appalachia. When I started in 1999 we were distributing 6 million pounds weight of food per year. This is about 150 semi-truckloads. Over 25 years later we are looking at distributing about 50 million pounds this year, about 1,250 truckloads. Over 40% of our distribution is fresh produce. We are an hunger relief organisation, so this amount of food is assisting our neighbours in need. In those 50 Counties we have about 400 partner agencies. Many of these agencies are Soup Kitchens, Children's Programs, Senior Programs, as well as Food Pantries. God's Pantry Food Bank is partnered with the Feeding America network of 198 Food Banks. In my early years I knew them as America's Second Harvest. In 2008 they changed name to Feeding America. Their website is FeedingAmerica.org What they do is outlined in their our-work page, including: Ensuring everyone can get the food they need with respect and dignity. Advocating for policies that improve food security for everyone. Partnering to address the root causes of food insecurity, like the high cost of living and lack of access to affordable housing. Working with local food banks and meal programs. Ending hunger through Food Access, Food Rescue, Disaster Response, and Hunger Research. I have visited a few other Food Banks, but not as many as I would have liked. We all have our own areas of service, but do often interact as the needs arise, especially in times of disaster. The Feeding America network came to Kentucky's aid in the past few years with the flooding in the East and tornadoes in the West. Feeding America aided the Food Banks affected by the devastation from Hurricanes Helene and Milton. How did I get started at the Food Bank? As mentioned in my introduction show I moved from Scotland to Kentucky in May 1999 and married Arianna in June 1999. Before our wedding I had received my green card. My future Mother-in-Law Eva recommended I check with God's Pantry Food Bank to see if they were hiring. She was working for Big Lots and had applied for a warehouse job at the Food Bank. Unfortunately for her she never got the job, but she was quite impressed by the organisation. She knew that I had warehouse and driving experience. So, one day after dropping Arianna at her University of Kentucky Medical Staff Office I stopped by the Food Bank on South Forbes Road to ask. The answer was that they were indeed hiring for the warehouse, and to come back that afternoon to meet with CW Drury, the Warehouse Manager. I drove home, put on smarter clothes, and drove back. It was a pleasure meeting CW and hearing about the job. Although most of the explanation of what they did in their mission went over my head at the time, I knew needed a job, and wanted to join this company. A few days before our wedding I received a phone call from CW offering me the position. I accepted and went for my medical the next day. My first day with God's Pantry Food Bank was on Tuesday 6th July 1999, the day after our honeymoon. I will admit that although my previous job in Scotland was a physical one, quite a few months had passed, and the heat was hot that Summer in Kentucky! I went home exhausted everyday, but totally enjoying the work I was doing. I started off mostly picking orders, assisting Agencies that came in, going to the local Kroger supermarkets to pick up bread, deliver and pick up food barrels of donations, and all the other duties CW assigned me to. I particularly enjoyed the software part of the job. I forget the name of the software back then, but do remember learning the 10 digit Item Codes. 1st is the source 2nd and 3rd are the category. There are 31 officially with Feeding America. next 6 is the unique UPC - usually from the item bar code 10th is the storage code of dry, cooler, or freezer The first code I memorised was Bread Products: 1040010731 This broke down to Donated, Bread Category, UPC number, and Dry Storage. I must admit we did not create a new code when we started storing Bread Product in the Cooler. That is probably the only exception It has been my responsibility all these years to maintain the Item Category Code sheet with different codings we have used and had to invent. An example is that when the source digit had already used 1 to 9, we had to start using letters. Although there were concerns at the time, everything worked out well. When I started at South Forbes Road there were 11 employees there and Debbie in Prestonsburg. 12 in total, in 2 locations. These days we have over 80 employees in 5 locations: Lexington, Prestonsburg, London, Morehead, and a Volunteer Center on Winchester Road, Lexington, near the Smuckers JIF Peanut Butter plant. My time at 104 South Forbes Road was for a full 4 weeks! In August 1999 we moved to 1685 Jaggie Fox Way, into a customised warehouse with 3 pallet tall racking, and lots of office space. It felt so large back then! On my first couple of days of unloading trucks there I totally wore out a pair of trainers!! Jaggie Fox does sound like a strange name for a street, but I later learned it came from 2 ladies, Mrs Jaggie and Mrs Fox who owned the land before the business park purchase. Anyway, that's what I have been told by mulitple people. Technology was fun in 1999, as we had a 56K phone modem, about 10 computers, and 1 printer. You can imagine the shared internet speed. I forget how long, but we eventually got DSL, then Cable. What have been my duties at the Food Bank? For my first decade of employment I worked the warehouse and as a driver. This included delivering food to the 4 to 5 local pantries that we ran ourselves in local church buildings in Fayette County. Funny story is that a couple of years into the job, I was approached by the Development Manager and asked if I knew websites and HTML. I informed her that I was familiar, and she made me responsible for the maintenance of the website that University of Kentucky students had created. It indeed was quite basic with only HTML and images. I had this duty for a few years before a professional company was hired. I mentioned Inventory software. In early 2000 we moved to an ERP, that is an Enterprise Resource Planning suite named Navision written by a Danish company. That company was then taken over by Microsoft. For as while it was called Microsoft NAV, and these days it is part of Dynamics 365. Feeding America commissioned a module named CERES which assisted us non-profits to use profit orientated software. Inhouse, we just call the software CERES. Even though I was no longer maintaining the website, I was still involved in IT to a degree. I became the inhouse guy who would set up new employees with their own computer. Ah, the days of Active Directory. I never did like it! I was also the guy the staff came to first with their computer problems. Funny how a lot of these issues were fixed when I walked in their office. If I could not fix an issue there and then, we did have a contract company on-call. They maintained our server and other high level software. This was still when I was in the warehouse role. After that first decade I was allocated to be our Welcome Center person, which I did for 3 years. This involved welcoming agencies, guests, salespersons, volunteers, and assisting other staff members in many ways. I also went from being a driver to the person who handed out delivery and pick-up routes to the drivers. During these years I became a heavy user of CERES working with the agencies and printing out pick-sheets to our warehouse picking staff. Although I really enjoyed the work, I will openly admit that I am not always the best in heavily social situations. I did have some difficulty when the Welcome Center was full of people needing my attention and I was trying to get software and paperwork duties done. Somehow I survived! My next stage of employment was moving into the offices and becoming the assistant to the Operations Director. This is when I really took on the role of food purchaser, ordering fresh produce and food from vendors as part of our budget. I also took over the responsibility of bidding for food donations from the Feeding America portal named Choice. National Donors offer truckloads of food and other items to the network, and we Food Banks bid on them in an allocated share system. The donations are free, but we pay for the truck freight from the shipping locations. A full time IT person was hired. We are now on our 4th IT Manager. The last 2 each had assistants. Although I am grandfathered in as an admin, my duties in this regard are very low, but still have the abity to install software as needed. Quite handy on my own laptop. As well as being the Food Procurement Officer I also became the Reporting Officer. This has been greatly aided by our team receiving the ability to write our own reports from the Navision SQL database using Jet Reporting. This is an Excel extension that allows us to access field data not directly obtainable in the CERES program. The fore-mentioned Robert Srodulski used to spend a day creating a monthly report that included all of our 50 counties across multiple categories of data. He would step by step complete an Excel worksheet with all this information. I took his spreadsheet, converted it into a Jet Report, and it now runs in about 5 minutes! It is my responsibility to supply reports on a regular monthly, quarterly, and yearly basis to my Directors, fellow staff, and to Feeding America. Yes, I do have an orange mug on my desk that says "I submitted my MPR". That is the Monthly Pulse Report. It sits next to my red swingline stapler! What are God's Pantry Food Bank's sources of food? This is probably the question I get asked the most when friends and online contacts find out what I do for a career. We receive and obtain food from various sources, including: Local donations from people like you. Thank you! Local farmers. Local retail companies and other businesses giving food directly to us and to our Partner Agencies. We are the official food charity of many retailers, including Walmart and Kroger. National Companies, mostly through the Feeding America Choice Program. The USDA, U.S. Department of Agriculture, supplies us with multiple programs of food: TEFAP (the Emergency Food Assistance Program), CCC (Commodity Credit Corporation), and CSFP (Commodity Supplemental Food Program). Purchased food, including Fresh Produce, via donations and grants. Without all this food coming in, we would not be able to distribute to our internal programs or to our partner agencies, allowing them to run Backpacks for Kids, Food Boxes for Seniors, Food Pantries, Mobile Distributions, Sharing Thanksgiving, and a multitude of other services we offer our neighbours. We have a team of Food Sourcers that work directly with the retail companies, so I am not fully involved there, but I am the main Food Purchaser for the majority of the food we buy. Specialised internal programs like Backpack and local Pantries do order specific foods that they need on a regular basis. I try to supply for the long term. With the USDA CSFP program I am responsible for the ordering of that food through a Government website. Often 6 to 12 months ahead of time. Here's a truth that staggers many people when I inform them: If you are spending cash on food donations to God's Pantry Food Bank, the most efficient use of those funds is to donate it to us. I truly can obtain about $10 worth of food for every $1 given. An example is that I recently obtained a full truckload donation of 40,000lb of Canned Sliced Beets (yum!) that we are paying only freight on. Do the maths. #Where is God's Pantry Food Bank located? As mentioned we have 5 locations, not including our own local pantries, but our main head office is at 2201 Innovation Drive Please check out our webpage at GodsPantry.org/2201innovationdrive as it includes an excellent animated walk-through tour of the offices and warehouse, including the Produce Cooler, Deli Cooler, and Freezer. They are massive! I personally waited until the very last day, Friday 13th of December, to move out of my Jaggie Fox office and into my new one at Innovation. Our official first day was on Monday 16th December 2024. What I tooted and posted on that Friday caught the eye of my CEO, Michael Halligan, and he asked me if he could share it with others. Of course he should! In the Shownotes I have included a link to my Mastodon toot. It's too long a number to read out. I am absolutely loving our new location. It's my challenge to fill the cooler, freezer, and dry warehouse with donated food! My new office is 97% set up to my workflow, including my infamous hanging report boards, and spiders everywhere. The last line of my blog says: All that said, it truly is the only job I have ever had which I absolutely enjoy, but totally wish did not exist!! This remains true. Our mission is: Reducing hunger by working together to feed Kentucky communities. Our vision is: A nourished life for every Kentuckian. #How may HPR listeners support God's Pantry Food Bank The quick answer is to go to our website of GodsPantry.org and click on Take Action. From there you will be given a list to choose from: Donate Food Volunteer Host a Food Drive or Fundraiser Become a Partner Attend an Event Advocate Other Ways to Help Thank you so much for listening to my HPR show on God's Pantry Food Bank. Apart from leaving a comment on the HPR show page, the easiest ways for people to contact me are via Telegram: at t.me/solusspider or Mastodon at @SolusSpider@linuxrocks.online I look forward to hearing from you. Now go forth, be there for your fellow neighbours, and record your own HPR show! … Adding this comment to the Shownotes, that I shall not be speaking aloud. Although I consider this show topic to be Clean, as it is basically about my life and work, not my beliefs, there may be some worldwide who hear the name God's Pantry and consider it to be religious. Therefore I am flagging the show as Explicit. just in case. It is merely the name of our non-profit Food Bank, as called by our founder Mim Hunt. Although the majority of our Partner Agencies are faith based non-profit organisations, the Food Bank itself is not faith based. … Provide feedback on this episode.

There's a story out of Fayette County where a traffic fatality that killed a father and daughter shed light on a 1-year-old in the family who apparently has been missing but not reported as such. John Hammontree's going to talk to public-safety reporter Carol Robinson on what we know and don't know. Read more on that here. On today's report we also have the sentencing in a professor's fentanyl-related death, a bill targeting porch pirates, and how much of the federal defense bill's spending is coming to Alabama. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to UK Federal Credit Union's Mindful Money Podcast, where we share expert tips and inspiring stories to keep your finances in check while maintaining your zen.EPISODE THREE: A CEO's Perspective - UKFCU's Growth and Leadership PhilosophyWe're sitting down with Ryan Ross, UK Federal Credit Union's President and CEO, for an inspiring and candid conversation. Ryan shares his journey growing up in the credit union industry, his vision for UKFCU's future, and the values that drive his leadership style.Discover how UKFCU is making strides with the grand opening of our first branch outside of Fayette County, and why prioritizing employee wellness is key to building a thriving organization. Ryan also offers valuable career advice, shares how he maintains work-life balance, and gives us a glimpse into his personal life as he settles into Kentucky.Follow us on you preferred social media platform.Learn more at ukfcu.org!

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia.   Today is Dec. 6, 2024. A new sawmill in Fayette County adds to WV's wood products industry…First Lady Cathy Justice unveils the 2024 limited edition official Christmas ornament, featuring the State Capitol and (of course) Babydog…and a historic mineral springs resort in Monroe County is on the market…on today's daily304.   #1 – From BLUEFIELD DAILY TELEGRAPH –  Jack and Kathleen Taggart, owners of New River Farms Sawmill in Danese, made their home in West Virginia after Jack's service in the United States Army to settle and start the business of their dreams. The New River Farms Sawmill opened July 19, 2024, offering customers many species of logs as boards and beams up to 25 feet in length to the customer's specifications. The company can also mill individual logs onsite. More than 100 people attended the Fayette County sawmill's Open House at Clifftop (near Babcock State Park) in mid-September. Mary Legg, Senior Business Advisor at the West Virginia Hive Network, praised the Taggarts for starting their new business, saying that it fills a regional business need and offers quality products at a competitive price. Read more: https://www.bdtonline.com/news/new-sawmill-adds-to-west-virginia-s-wood-products-industry/article_5563c914-ac12-11ef-a1ec-0f5a2917b864.html   #2 – From WV GAZETTE-MAIL – First Lady Cathy Justice and West Virginia Arts, Culture and History Secretary Randall Reid-Smith have unveiled the official 2024 limited edition Christmas ornament. This year's ornament features a detailed depiction of the iconic West Virginia State Capitol, as seen from the south side overlooking the Kanawha River. The design also includes the likeness of Gov. Jim Justice's dog Babydog and the state flag. The limited number of 1,000 ornaments are priced at $20 each and are only available at the Tamarack Marketplace at The Culture Center in Charleston. Those interested in purchasing an ornament may call (304) 205-7911 and leave a voicemail with their name and phone number.  Read more: https://www.wvgazettemail.com/news/wv-capitol-and-babydog-shine-on-first-lady-s-2024-holiday-ornament/article_56fd7e60-acc5-11ef-9b36-e7ac2809526b.html   #3 – From WV GAZETTE-MAIL –  A 200-year-old mineral springs resort that once served as a summer retreat for Presidents James Madison, James Monroe and Martin Van Buren is now on the market. The asking price is $1.795 million. The former Salt Sulphur Springs resort, known as “Old Salt” by its 19th century clientele, is tucked into a shady, narrow Monroe County valley through which spring-fed Indian Creek meanders, a few miles south of Union. Since the early 1800s, the house has provided lodging for guests drawn to Salt Sulphur's healing springs. A chapel, five cottages, a bathhouse, a spring house and a store building were also built of native stone and completed at around the same time. During “Old Salt's” pre-Civil War heyday, nearly 2,000 guests stayed at the Monroe County resort each summer--many of whom were southerners seeking to escape the season's heat. Read more: https://www.wvgazettemail.com/news/monroes-19th-century-old-salt-resort-once-host-to-presidents-now-up-for-sale/article_0563a61a-a81f-11ef-bd26-b381cdd700d9.html   Find these stories and more at wv.gov/daily304. The daily304 curated news and information is brought to you by the West Virginia Department of Commerce: Sharing the wealth, beauty and opportunity in West Virginia with the world. Follow the daily304 on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @daily304. Or find us online at wv.gov and just click the daily304 logo.  That's all for now. Take care. Be safe. Get outside and enjoy all the opportunity West Virginia has to offer.  

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia.   Today is Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2024. Outdoor recreation projects in several southern West Virginia counties receive federal funding from the Abandoned Mine Lands program…a charcoal manufacturer featured on the TV show “Shark Tank”-- is set to open a facility in Fairmont, creating 75 jobs…and discover a winter wonderland at Canaan Valley Resort…on today's daily304.   #1 – From REGISTER-HERALD – Projects in Raleigh, Fayette, Wyoming and Nicholas counties are among 12 Abandoned Mine Lands Economic Revitalization Program projects Gov. Jim Justice recommended that will use $28.6 million in federal grant funding for economic development at abandoned mine land sites across the state. Administered by the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection's Office of Abandoned Mine Lands and Reclamation, the AMLER program has committed over $233 million in grant funding to assist projects all across the West Virginia coalfields, since 2016. To qualify, the proposed economic development projects must be located on or adjacent to mine sites that ceased operations prior to the signing of the Surface Mine Control and Reclamation Act on Aug. 3, 1977. Projects tapped to receive funding include the Clear Fork Rail Trail in Raleigh County, Adventures West Virginia at Adventures on the Gorge in Fayette County, Cranberry Tri-Rivers Rail Trail in Nicholas County and the Landing Strip ATV resort in Wyoming County. Read more: https://www.register-herald.com/news/local_news/nearly-29-million-in-aml-grant-recommendations-announced/article_61d6b70a-a6b4-11ef-bc9f-47e3848fd3fd.html   #2 – From METRO NEWS – State and local officials are celebrating the groundbreaking of a new economic development project associated with a popular television program. Prime 6, which has been featured on television's “Shark Tank” and its focus on entrepreneurs, is establishing a manufacturing center in Fairmont. Prime 6 produces high-performing charcoal and wood logs.  “This is a sign of the great things to come in Fairmont. We are still pushing forward with our plans of recreational development and opportunities, but the arrival of a manufacturing facility in our backyard will diversify our opportunities,” City Manager Travis Blosser said. The $35 million investment is expected to create 75 jobs in the region. Prime 6's new facility is set to begin operations in the coming months. Read more: https://wvmetronews.com/2024/11/22/officials-welcome-shark-tanks-prime-6-development-to-west-virginia/   #3 – From WV STATE PARKS – Who doesn't like a bit of chilly action when the rolling hills are blanketed with snow? You can find all that and more at Canaan Valley Resort State Park in Tucker County. Make memories and spend the perfect winter weekend with activities like skiing, snowboarding, snow tubing, ice skating and hiking in the snowy woods. You can even bike in the snow with the resort's new SNO-GO ski bike rentals. SNO-GOs are bicycles fitted with three skis. A chairlift loading hook makes for easy learning, as most riders master the essential skills in less than an hour.  Once you've filled your day with outdoor adventures, warm up with a hot dinner in the Hickory Dining Room, which features a panoramic view of the valley and a cozy fireplace. Visit wvstateparks.com to book your stay today! Read more: https://wvstateparks.com/spend-the-perfect-weekend-at-canaan-valley-resort-state-park/   Find these stories and more at wv.gov/daily304. The daily304 curated news and information is brought to you by the West Virginia Department of Commerce: Sharing the wealth, beauty and opportunity in West Virginia with the world. Follow the daily304 on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @daily304. Or find us online at wv.gov and just click the daily304 logo.  That's all for now. Take care. Be safe. Get outside and enjoy all the opportunity West Virginia has to offer.  

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia.   Today is Friday, Nov. 29, 2024. Christmas at the Fair returns to the State Fairgrounds, showcasing the sights and sounds of the holidays…Plum Orchard Lake gets some major upgrades…and The History Project details the time when West Virginia had four governors at once…on today's daily304. #1 – From WV DAILY NEWS – Christmas at the Fair returns on Dec. 5 for the fifth season at the State Fairgrounds in Lewisburg.  This year, Christmas at the Fair will once again allow patrons to drive through and, on special nights, walk the property while enjoying the sights and sounds of the holidays. There is no cost, but monetary donations are accepted. The event runs from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Thursdays through Sundays, as well as Monday, Dec. 23 and Tuesday, Dec. 24. GH Concessions will again have hot chocolate, coffee, funnel cakes, and deep-fried Oreos available for purchase. Read more: https://wvdn.com/148831/   #2 – From WVNS-TV – Thanks to the efforts of the local community, Plum Orchard Lake is a little closer to its former glory today than it was just a few months ago. Responding to requests from the community, the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources made some upgrades to the lake and wildlife management area in Fayette County. Mark Scott, assistant chief of fish management for WVDNR Wildlife Resources, detailed some of the improvements made. Updates include the purchase of three new floating docks, resurfacing the fishing pier, repaving sections of the road and adding a new roof on the firing range. A part-time hire also has been brought on to help maintain the area. Plum Orchard Lake is one of the top producers of trophy-sized largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie and channel catfish in West Virginia.  Read more: https://www.wvnstv.com/news/local-news/plum-orchard-lake-gets-needed-updates/   #3 – From WV EXPLORER – Think there's too much government? As complex as politics get in West Virginia, there was a time in the late 1800s when the Mountain State had four governors at one time. During that strange election year, 1888, two gubernatorial candidates pulled in a like number of votes. Nathan Goff, Jr., appeared to be the winner, though Aretas Brooks Fleming contested the vote, and both took the oath of office. Then, former governor Emmanuel Willis Wilson declined to vacate the office until the matter was settled. At the same time, Senate President Robert Carr came forth with the valid claim that the state constitution required the president to fill any gubernatorial vacancy. The matter wasn't sorted out for two confusing years. Check out the story in WV Explorer to find out which one was finally sworn in as the eighth governor of West Virginia! Read more: https://wvexplorer.com/2024/11/18/the-time-west-virginia-had-four-governors/   Find these stories and more at wv.gov/daily304. The daily304 curated news and information is brought to you by the West Virginia Department of Commerce: Sharing the wealth, beauty and opportunity in West Virginia with the world. Follow the daily304 on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @daily304. Or find us online at wv.gov and just click the daily304 logo.  That's all for now. Take care. Be safe. Get outside and enjoy all the opportunity West Virginia has to offer.  

Don Ament made his first photographs at the age of ten with a Polaroid Big Swinger camera, and has been photographing professionally since high school in the 1970's. From 1995 to the present, he has worked full-time as a Fine Art photographer. He was born with cataracts in both eyes, and, beginning at age three, had several surgical operations in the early 1960's to save his vision. However, he remains legally blind in one eye, and experiences visual challenges in his other “good” eye. He does not have normal 3-D vision. Ament has studied under, and worked with, some of America's leading contemporary photographers, including John Shaw, Bill Fortney, Charles Cramer, and Bill Atkinson. He is a recipient of the Kentucky Al Smith Fellowship award, as well as numerous other financial grants and awards, and has led many workshops on photography and the art of seeing. His work has been collected by over 5000 patrons throughout the United States and Europe. He talks about his work and his recent commissioned installation of 12 photographs in the Lexington Senior Center titled: FAYETTE COUNTY: NATURE'S RADIANCE, a deep dive into the natural areas of Fayette County spanning a 12-month period.For more and to connect with us, visit https://www.artsconnectlex.org/art-throb-podcast.html

Hour 1 of The Outdoors Show! Captain Mickey is joined by Glenn Hammond from the Tri-Bay, Bob Green from Fayette County, Tommy Alexander from Matagorda and Brian Barrera from South Padre.

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia.   Today is Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024. A WVU fashion program digs into garment origin by partnering with agriculture…discover Almost Heaven at Plum Orchard Lake in the fall…and former NFL star and acclaimed motivational speaker Rocky Bleier will be the keynote speaker at the Governor's Energy Summit next week…on today's daily304. #1 – From YNST – While most fashion programs focus on garment construction using mass-produced synthetic blends, WVU's fashion program has sown new seeds for the industry, including the newly-forged Farm to Fashion class.  This years-in-the-making curriculum is revolutionizing the way student designers understand the industry by partnering with the university's agriculture program so they can learn about the origin of fiber and the laborious processes involved in creating textiles, Working in tandem with existing textiles and sustainability courses, students are leaving the program with a regenerative, ecosystemic lens adept for ‘slow fashion' — a distinctly different point of view than many of their peers across the globe. Recent graduate Chelsea LaReina Hidalgo is one such designer. Check out the interview in YNST Magazine where she talks about her senior collection and how she made her three looks using fully biodegradable textiles, natural dyes and recycled wool.  Read more: https://ynstmagazine.com/look/sustainable-roots-how-wvus-fashion-program-is-sowing-couture-from-farm-to-fashion/   #2 – From MSN – Tucked into the hills of Fayette County, Plum Orchard Lake is the definition of Almost Heaven. In the fall, the oak-hickory forest that surrounds the lake makes for a beautiful blend of autumnal color. If you've got your own kayak or a canoe, bring it so you can marvel at the incredible forest display from the water. There are also some docks around the lake where you can immerse yourself in the fall foliage show. Its clear waters also are a well-known spot for summertime fishing for largemouth bass, channel catfish, bluegill, sunfish, and crappie.  To learn more about fishing opportunities in West Virginia or to purchase a fishing license, visit WVdnr.gov/fishing. Read more: https://www.msn.com/en-us/travel/tripideas/the-iconic-west-virginia-fishing-destination-for-pretty-lake-side-leaf-peeping-like-no-other/ar-AA1sesZt   #3 – From WV DED – The West Virginia Office of Energy has announced that Rocky Bleier, former NFL star and acclaimed motivational speaker, will be the keynote speaker at the 2024 Governor's Energy Summit, taking place on October 29-30, 2024, at the Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center. Bleier, a four-time Super Bowl champion with the Pittsburgh Steelers, is renowned not only for his athletic prowess but also for his inspiring journey of resilience and perseverance. After being awarded a Purple Heart and Bronze Star for his service during the Vietnam War, he faced significant challenges in his recovery, ultimately overcoming adversity to achieve his dreams on the football field.  “Rocky's powerful story of determination and grit resonates deeply in today's rapidly evolving energy sector, where innovation and perseverance are essential for success,” says Nicholas Preservati, director of the Office of Energy. The conference will bring together leaders, innovators and decision-makers from across the energy sector to discuss the latest advancements in energy, sustainable practices and cutting-edge technologies. In addition to Bleier's keynote address, the event will feature expert presentations, panel discussions and networking opportunities aimed at fostering collaboration and driving positive change within the industry. For more details or to register for the event, visit the Energy Summit page on the West Virginia Office of Energy's website. Read more: https://westvirginia.gov/rocky-bleier-to-speak-at-the-2024-governors-energy-summit/   Find these stories and more at wv.gov/daily304. The daily304 curated news and information is brought to you by the West Virginia Department of Commerce: Sharing the wealth, beauty and opportunity in West Virginia with the world. Follow the daily304 on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @daily304. Or find us online at wv.gov and just click the daily304 logo.  That's all for now. Take care. Be safe. Get outside and enjoy all the opportunity West Virginia has to offer.  

In this episode, host Katie Burke chats with call maker Ron Gould about his journey from hunting in Fayette County, Illinois, to mastering the craft of call-making. Starting in the late '90s with turkey calls, Ron eventually perfected his duck calls through years of practice. He shares how mentors and friends influenced his style and discusses the deep connection between hunting, call-making, and the joy of the outdoors. Whether you're a hunter or curious about the craft, this episode offers valuable insights.Listen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.org

In Episode 369 we take a look at Ohio's rich agricultural history through the lense of some Century Farms. Matt Reese highlights some history from his family's farm in Hancock County. Matt also talks with Jeff McKanna and family in Putam County, and Geoff Mavis about his Century Farm, the conservation efforts and preservation efforts he has undertaken in Fayette County. We also hear an update from Luke Crumley with Ohio Corn & Wheat

On the latest edition of Kentucky Newsmakers, WKYT's Bill Bryant talks with VisitLex President Mary Quinn Ramer and Fayette County Clerk Susan Lamb.

Listen to this episode to hear the story of 3 different women who went missing from Indiana. These cases are not at all related, but have minimal details. This episode covers the disappearance of Denise Pflum, Lynn Thompson, and Thelma Cobb. Denise Pflum - Contact the Fayette County, Indiana, Sheriff's Department at 765-825-0535 Lynn Thompson - Contact the Vigo Country Sheriff's Office at 812-462-3226 Thelma Cobb - Contact the Vincennes Police Department at 812-882-1630  Sources: https://uncovered.com/cases/denise-pflum https://fox59.com/news/judge-dismisses-fayette-county-familys-request-to-search-a-private-property-for-their-daughters-remains/ https://www.investigationdiscovery.com/crimefeed/missing/a-dying-man-allegedly-confessed-to-the-murder-of-missing-teen-denise-pflum https://charleyproject.org/case/denise-diane-pflum https://www.facebook.com/DavidaPflum/ https://uncovered.com/cases/lynn-thompson https://charleyproject.org/case/lynn-ann-thompson https://www.doenetwork.org/cases/1276dfin.html https://uncovered.com/cases/thelma-cobb https://www.doenetwork.org/cases/3676dfin.html https://namus.nij.ojp.gov/case/MP27078 https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/130139798/thelma-jean-cobb --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crimeovercoffee/support

Tadd Nicholson and Jessy Woodworth gets controversial with Ohio corn producers Eric Tipton, Fayette County, and Ben Klick, Stark County, over opinions in Ohio agriculture. What Do you think of these opinions?     About Ohio Corn & Wheat  Ohio Corn & Wheat works to create opportunities for long-term Ohio corn and small grain grower profitability. It is a strategic alliance of two checkoffs and one membership-based organization. The Ohio Corn Checkoff and Ohio Small Grains Checkoff work to develop and expand markets, fund research and provide education about corn and wheat, respectively. The Ohio Corn & Wheat Growers Association is a membership organization advocating for supportive public policy on behalf of its farmer members.  For more information, please visit www.ohiocornandwheat.org. 

Today on the show: Hey, Fayette County...how do you feel about Trilith? White House correspondent Jon Decker with good news on the Gov't shutdown. Karen Travers from ABC News on a big week at the UN. I'm sorry, Miss Jackson? Plus, I'm still steaming over the Atlanta Falcons game. 9am-noon on 95.5 WSB.

Independent investigative journalism, broadcasting, trouble-making and muckraking with Brad Friedman of BradBlog.com

It's the Friday news roundup! Things are heating up again over the potential sale of U.S. Steel to Nippon Steel, based in Japan. As a federal review continues, President Biden looks poised to block the acquisition. Meanwhile, company executives are hosting rallies Downtown. Pittsburgh City Council signed off on a new eviction protection program for renters, former mayor Bill Peduto's twitter got hacked, and with all the political candidates cycling through Western Pennsylvania, there were sure to be haters over Tim Walz's recent MilkShake Factory order. If you have any U.S. Steel tea or want to add something we shared, please call or text us at 412-212-8893. We always cite our sources: While President Biden's ready to block Nippon Steel's acquisition of U.S. Steel, the CEO U.S. Steel said that without the sale, thousands of jobs will be at risk, and the company's headquarters might need to leave Pittsburgh. In a recent visit, VP and presidential candidate Kamala Harris said that U.S. Steel should remain American-owned and American-operated.  About 400 U.S. Steel employees rallied Downtown in support of the sale, but the union's previously joined lawmakers in opposing the deal. The union supported a $7.3B offer from Cleveland-Cliffs, but U.S. Steel turned down the offer saying it was “unreasonable.”  The union's concerned about loopholes in the current agreement, including one that lets Nippon Steel abandon promises in the case of “unanticipated or significant downturn in business conditions.” But for now, Nippon Steel committed to making $2.7B in improvements to our steel mills. City Council approved $2 million from the Stop the Violence fund to assist renters facing eviction. This is an expansion of a pilot program that prevented evictions in about three out of four cases. If you're looking for a new rental unit, there are six things you need to know before you sign a lease, and if you get in a dispute with your landlord, there's other options besides going to court like mediation. Neighbors living in a Highland Park duplex have been in a battle to one-up each other's political lawn signs, and it's getting intense this election season. Political candidates are dropping big bucks in our state! AdImpact shows a combined $350M spent in PA. The most money was spent in Philly, but Pittsburgh came in second, with $83M put in our local market.  VP candidate Tim Walz's visit to Western PA included a stop at the MilkShake Factory and a farm in Fayette County.  Learn more about the sponsors of this September 6th episode: Pittsburgh Cultural Trust Pittsburgh Recovery Walk Babbel Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news? Sign up for our daily morning Hey Pittsburgh newsletter. We're also on Instagram @CityCastPgh! Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices