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“It’s just a tragic thing. Everyone 1 needs to begin con-

tacting their Alpha Natural Resources $ legislators today.” Lynette Renner,

Interim Director Code Saturday Bar Cumberland Valley Joe P. Asher | Daily Enterprise District Health The building that served as the former home of Bissell’s, Department lays off 200 miners Modern Electric and Santa’s Nola Sizemore the future success and growth of Virginia, Virginia, Wyoming and Place in downtown Harlan was Staff Writer Alpha in a challenging time for Pennsylvania.” the scene of an unusual theft the coal industry.” Davidson said cutting jobs recently. The building, shown here, was stripped of copper Sad news reached 200 coal The four mines closed were: is the last thing Alpha Natural Health from the inside out sometime miners in Harlan and Letcher Cloverlick No. 1 and Cloverlick Resources wanted to do, “but it last weekend. counties on Friday as they were No. 3, both located in Cumberland, is necessary at this time.” laid off from their jobs. Panther Mine, near Cumberland, “We announced in September Four operations owned by and North Fork No. 4, located in we would be making changes agency Alpha Natural Resources were Partridge, just across the Letcher across our organization,” said Police shut down as a result of reorgani- County line. Davidson. “Since then, we have zation within the company. “There are 200 positions being been streamlining our operations “We met with employ- eliminated,” said Davidson. “A and consolidating our regions, search for cuts 14 ees on Friday and made this group of people, approximate- and then initiating some organi- announcement,” said Alpha ly 60, will have their positions zational changes to support our Layoffs to reduce Natural Resources spokesperson changed or they will be offered operations better. The whole goal copper Samantha Davidson. “We told jobs at other affiliated compa- is to be able to operate more environmental, food employees we are idling four nies. We still have several opera- efficiently and better manage our underground thermal mines in tions in this region, so we’re costs. The idea is that we can ensure that we have a long and bandits safety services Kentucky. This decision is part not completely pulling out. We of an ongoing effort to ensure also have operations in West See MINERS | 8 Joe P. Asher Nola Sizemore Staff Report Staff Writer Harlan City Police offi- Due to a lack of funding cers are investigating forcing employee layoffs, the theft of copper from environmental and food Hundreds apply for 13 jobs a building at 120 East safety services will be Central Street in Harlan. reduced in four counties The building has housed served by the Cumberland former businesses such as Valley District Health Bissell’s, Modern Electric Department, including and Santa’s Place. Harlan County. According to Harlan Interim Director City Police Cpl. Jeff Lynette Renner said Owens, the theft took health departments in place sometime last week- Harlan, Rockcastle, Clay end. and Jackson counties will “Monday morning, see a total of 14 employees myself and Officer (John) being laid off later this Noe received a complaint month due to the lack of that the flashing off the funding. side of the old Bissell’s “We are doing furlough building was missing,” hours and will be sending said Owens. “We respond- a notice to the newspa- ed and made contact with pers listing those hours,” Ruby Bennett, the owner said Renner. “It’s a result of the building… She met of decreased funding, and us and gave us a key. Once with the advent of the inside the building (we managed care organiza- observed) the copper on tions. Up until this point, the floor as well had been we have almost $1 million stripped out from the in outstanding accounts inside of the building.” where the payments from Owens said many peo- those organizations have ple may have witnessed come in very slowly. Also, the theft in progress and one of the things that not realized what was tak- affected the health depart- ing place. ments tremendously is Nola Sizemore | Daily Enterprise “People in Lou’s Country we’re the only provider A number of applicants can been seen applying for jobs at the soon to be opened Tractor Supply in Harlan. Workforce Investment Kitchen and some wit- in the state required to Act personnel accepted 460 applications over the past three days for 13 jobs, which will be available at the store. Store Manager nesses around there said pay a Medicaid match, Matt Estep said Tractor Supply will continue to accept applications and hold them on file for one year. A soft opening is planned they noticed some young which means for every for Feb. 23. The grand opening is tentatively scheduled for March 2. service we provide for a See BANDITS | 3 client who has Medicaid, we have to pay the state See CUTS | 3 Council pulls out of Flu spreads Main Street program Nola Sizemore widely; Staff Writer Discussion about ave- attacks nues available to save the city money highlighted a the young special called meeting of the Lynch City Council Joe P. Asher on Thursday. And, one Staff Writer action to reduce cost led the panel to with- Local and state medical Local draw from the Tri-Cities officials confirm the sea- Heritage Development son of influenza is upon Corporation Main Street Nola Sizemore | Daily Enterprise us, classifying it as wide- Folks Program due to the high Lynch Council Member Linda spread throughout the cost of dues. Adams said she is looking for a state and noting it appears grant to re-frame all the Bulldog Nola Sizemore | Daily Enterprise With completion of the to be hitting the younger firehouse project nearing, photos at city hall. Adams said population the most. Harlan resident Betty Smith (right) assists Marion Colinger, 25, of Sunshine, with his grocery suggestions were enter- she wants to see them placed The Kentucky Cabinet purchase at Sav-A-Lot in Harlan where she is a cashier. tained about how to pur- where Lynch alumni can visit for Health and Family chase interior furnishings and reminisce. Services’ Health Alerts and possible future use of website defines wide- suggestions included the facility. spread as “Outbreaks of Smith enjoys helping others using the building as a influenza… and recent lab- “This week they were putting down the lami- souvenir shop or renting oratory-confirmed influ- Nola Sizemore every little bit helps.” nate floors at the fire- it out for special events. enza in at least half the Staff Writer Smith said the one thing she loves house,” said Mayor “I was thinking we regions of the state with best about working in a grocery is Johnny Adams. “They could use the upstairs for recent laboratory evidence Helping those less fortunate is as the interaction she has with with her have the lights up and are a Bulldog Room, some- of influenza in the state.” customers. common as breathing to Betty Smith. finishing the bathrooms. where we could put all Harlan Physician Dr. “My customers are like family,” Working as a cashier at the Sav-A- We’re going to have to these pictures and the Abdulkader Dahhan said said Smith. “Some come in once a Lot Grocery, located in Harlan at 93 begin making plans on memorabilia we have the flu has struck children day, some once a week and some only Industrial Park Road, Smith has spent how we want to use this in,” said Linda Adams, more than adults this year. once a month. They tell me if they are the last three and a half years working building.” a council member. “We “The last couple of sick, lost a companion or loved one there to help make ends meet. Suggestions were made could possibly get a grant weeks, we’ve been seeing and things like that. So, you get close “I’ve worked all my life and I don’t to partner with Southeast to re-frame all the photos about three or four per to them. I recently lost a loved one think I could just sit home and not Kentucky Community and and have them consistent- day,” said Dahhan. “It’s and I was off work for several days. work,” said Smith, 56, of Harlan. Technical College in the ly framed to hang where See FLU | 3 “Besides, during these tough times, See CASHIER | 8 use of the building. Other See COUNCIL | 3 Page 2 — Harlan Daily Enterprise Education Saturday, January 5, 2013 Freshmen learn about life choices and economics

Harlan County High School freshmen recently participated in the annual Reality Store program sponsored by Harlan County 4-H through partnerships with area businesses and organizations. Students learned about the real world of finances and funding their “dreams.” Here students visit various stations which are required stops during the program, held this year at the Harlan County Cooperative Extension Service’s Depot. More information on the Reality Store is available by con- tacting Raymond Cox at 573-4464. Two area Wilson First Priority participated in students graduates ‘Operation Christmas Child’ honored The Black Mountain to needy children around by Alice First Priority club recently the world. Students took took part in “Operation great pride in being a part Lloyd Christmas Child,” spon- of sharing God’s love with Two Harlan County sored by the Billy Graham others and helping them residents have earned Association. Students and have a Merrier Christmas. a high level of academ- staff were able to complete First Priority is sponsored ic distinction at Alice 33 shoe boxes to be sent by Donna Morris. Lloyd College for the 2012 Fall Semester. Erin Enix, of Pathfork, was named to the Dean’s Distinguished List for achieving a Christopher L. Wilson grade point average of recently graduated from 3.75-3.99 (based on a Redstone College of Aviation 4.0 scale). in Broomfield, Colo. Wilson David Walker, of Big has also received his Federal Laurel, was named Aviation Administration and to the Dean’s List for Airframe and Power plant achieving a grade point National certification. He is the son of Sevena Gray. average of 3.25-3.74. Student Haley Welch is pictured with a shoebox.

Students Connor Ward and Landon Burgan are pictured with one of the shoe boxes. UNLOCK YOUR

Students Brayden POTENTIAL Hayes and James Ford are also pictured with a shoe box. REGISTRATION Poster, essay contest under way Special to the Enterprise an essay based on the con- SPRING 2013 test theme. All artwork and FRANKFORT — writing must be exclusively Agriculture Commissioner student created. Essays and James Comer invites posters will be featured in JANUARY 7-11 Kentucky students to show department publications in words and pictures and special events. All Campuses Late Registration how “Agriculture Grows Deadline for submitting My Community” in the entries is Feb. 15. Statewide 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM Kentucky Department of winners in each grade 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM January 7 Pineville Agriculture’s annual Poster will be announced Feb. January 8 Middlesboro & Whitesburg and Essay Contest. 28. Each statewide win- “Agriculture affects the ner will receive $100 and January 9 Cumberland economy of every Kentucky will be recognized at the January 10 Harlan community,” Commissioner Kentucky Agriculture Day 1-888-274-7322 Comer said. “Agriculture Celebration in March at the also is a vital part of every Thomas D. Clark Center southeast.kctcs.edu Kentucky community’s cul- for Kentucky History in ture and heritage. I look Frankfort. forward to seeing how For more information, Kentucky’s young people including contest rules ALL CAMPUSESCAMPUSES express themselves on this and entry forms, visit important topic.” www.kyagr.com/market- 9:009 AM - 1111:00:00 AM The contest is open to ing/poster-essay-contest. all Kentucky students html or contact Elizabeth 1:001:00 PM - 3:00 PMKCTCS is an equal opportunity employer and educational institution. in kindergarten through McNulty at 502-564-4983 grade 12. Students may or Elizabeth.mcnulty@ KENTUCKYKENTUCKY CCOMMUNITYOMMUNITY & TECHNICALTECHNICAL CCOLLEGEOLLEGE SYSTEMSYSTEM submit either a poster or ky.gov. Saturday, January 5, 2013 Page 3 — Harlan Daily Enterprise

Obituaries

ters, Sandra (Noble Lee) Phyllis Deaton ews, Claudine Johnson, Brooks of Clarksville, Phyllis Ann Deaton, 74 Teresa Vanover, Linda TN, Lisa Lawson of of Harlan passed away Saylor, Kenny Napier, Harlan, Debbie King of Thursday Jan. 3, 2013 at Debbie Harris, Josephine Harlan, and Kim Bailey the Harlan ARH. Middleton, Jimmy Napier, and Fiancée Ken Grubbs Phyllis was born Sherry Hall, and George of Cawood; 2 special September 1, 1938 (Dickie) Cox; special nephews, Brady Gross in Harlan to the late friend, Joyce Blanton; and Myles Yonts; spe- Virgil Hampton and brother & sister-in-laws, cial and dear friend, Bitha Johnson Hampton Morris & Phyllis Deaton, Weather Forecast Billy Broughton of Pine Williams. She was a life- and Bonnie Phillips; she Mountain, special cous- long resident of Harlan also leaves a host of great in, Tommy Dean; he and worked as a wait- nieces and nephews to TODAY leaves a host of relatives ress for many years. She mourn her passing. Mostly sunny this morning, and friends to mourn his believed in the Baptist Visitation will be Ronnie King then increasing clouds and passing. Faith. Sunday Jan. 6, 2013 from light winds. A slight chance Ronnie “Punk” King, Graveside services Besides her parents she 2 until 4:00 pm at the of rain or snow is possible this 45 of Pine Mountain, KY will be held 2:00 pm is preceded in death by Anderson-Laws & Jones evening. The high will be in passed away Jan. 3, 2013 Saturday, Jan. 5, 2013 at her brothers, Alonzo & Funeral Home. the mid 40s. The low will be at his home following a the Hensley Cemetery at Albert Hampton; sisters, Funeral services will in the upper 20s. courageous fight with Smith with Rev. Bo Lee Willie Mae Jones, Jewell follow at 4:00 pm in the cancer. officiating. Durham, and Laura Anderson-Laws & Jones Ronnie was born SUNDAY Pallbearers will be Napier; step father, Bill Chapel with Rev. Jerry Partly cloudy with the high April 25, 1967 to the Nathaniel Yonts, Stephen Williams; step brother, Collins and Bro. Kenny late, Charles “Shorty” around 40. The low will be in Morton, Noble Lee Leon Williams. Clem officiating. Music the lower 20s. King and Bernice Dean Brooks, Billy Broughton, She is survived by her will be provided by Jason King, of Pine Mountain. Frankie Clem and Hogan children, Donald (Desta) Collins. He was a disabled coal Garrett. Deaton, II, Barney Graveside services will EXTENDED OUTLOOK miner and believed in the Keeping with his wish- (Marilyn) Deaton and be Monday Jan. 7, 2013 at Mostly sunny Monday with Holiness Faith. es there will be no visita- Vickie R. Deaton all of 3:00 pm at the Resthaven the high in the lower 40s. The Besides his parents he tion. Harlan; the father of her Cemetery Chapel. low will be 23 to 28. Partly is preceded in death by a Condolences may be children, Donald Deaton Condolences may be cloudy Tuesday with the high around 50. The low will be brother, Charlie King; 2 left at www.harlanobits. of Harlan; grandchildren, given at www.harlano- in the mid 30s. Partly cloudy sisters, Wanda and Rosa net Brittany Wilson, Mariah bits.net. Wednesday with a 30 percent King. Anderson-Laws & and Tiffany Deaton; 2 Anderson-Laws & chance of rain showers. The Punk is survived by Jones Funeral Home is great-grandchildren, Jones Funeral Home is high will be in the lower 50s. his daughter, Sara Jane honored to be serving Olivia and Easton honored to be serving the The low will be in the upper King of Harlan; 4 sis- the King family. Wilson; nieces and neph- Deaton Family. 30s. Partly cloudy with a 40 percent chance of rain show- ers. The high will be in the Council Bandit lower 50s. From page 1 From page 1 Lynch alumni could men — they couldn’t ing was entered. come to visit and remi- “We had to put identify them — were “There were no marks State/Region nisce. I do want to get in for a grant working on the building on the doors or anything all these pictures done over the weekend. They just to pay these like that,” said Owens. Man admits poisoning even if we don’t put dues.” were on the inside,” said “As of right now we don’t them there.” Owens. have a point of entry, Johnny Adams his wife’s coffee Council approved a “It’s still an ongo- but it was done from the Mayor motion to withdraw ing investigation,” said inside out.” RICHMOND (AP) — A central Kentucky man from the Main Street Owens. “No arrests have Owens also said the has admitted to putting rat poison in his wife’s program due to the ties that would pro- been made at this time. building’s copper was not coffee. high cost of dues, mote the local econ- We have some suspects in all that was taken. The Richmond Register, the Lexington Herald- Leader and WKYT-TV report William T. Cain which they say the city omy and to improve mind, but we haven’t filed “Within the building entered a guilty plea on Thursday to an amended can no longer afford. the quality of life for any charges yet.” there were some mis- Owens said the perpe- charge of attempted manslaughter. He originally Financial Officer Bill all citizens in the Tri- cellaneous items that trators removed the win- was charged with attempted murder. Dean said the cost to Cities area.” were stored there that dow flashing from inside His former wife, Deborah Cain, called police last participate is $2,400 “If we can’t afford it, were taken as well,” said per year. the building. May to report that her husband had prepared cof- then it’s best to get out Owens. “A grill, an indus- “We had to put in of it,” said councilman “It appears they were in fee for her that was discolored. She said she had trial sink, and a big floor been warned that he had made comments about for a grant just to Bennie Massey. the building and opened pay these dues,” said up the windows on the safe. Bennett said there wanting to harm her. Cain, who spoke briefly Adams said he and was nothing inside it (the when asked about his plea, admitted his actions. Adams. “We’re in such other city personnel second and third floor,” said Owens. “The flash- safe) and it hadn’t been Cain’s attorney said his client knew the poison a tight budget, we can apply for grants got behind in paying ing is right beside the opened in years, but it would cause harm to his wife. on their own and have window, so they just was taken as well. We’re During an initial interview with police, “(Cain) them. I don’t know if done so in the past to you think it’s neces- reached out and pried the still trying to locate those stated his wife argues with him over everything, see results benefiting copper flashing off.” items.” and he could not take it anymore,” Officer Paul sary for us to belong the city of Lynch. or if we are benefiting Owens said the nails Owens asks that anyone Hogan wrote in a report. A list was compiled from participation. I that held the flashing who witnessed anybody The couple married in 2001, but separated in for urgent needs in the don’t feel we are get- were found in the road- working on the building August 2011 and Deborah Cain filed for divorce ting much from our city, which will be used way below the windows. or prying the copper off in 2012. Deborah Cain, who attended the plea participation.” in applying for Bob “In the building, there the windows to contact hearing, said she wonders why he did it when he Linda Adams said Frazier Foundation were two or three slats him at the Harlan City could have just left the relationship. Prosecutors the city recently grant funds for the of copper still left that Police Department at are recommending that Cain be sentenced to six- received a $1,000 upcoming year. they had folded up,” said 606-573-1121. and-a-half years in prison. Sentencing was set for grant for beautifica- Some of the items Owens. Feb. 14. tion, but “not much include a new roof for Owens said it is Reach Joe P. Asher at 606-573-4510 or more.” city hall, renovation unknown how the build- [email protected] “If we’re paying of upstairs and down- $2,400 a year and stairs interior of city only getting $1,000 hall, water and sewer Flu back we’re going in plant renovations, new the hole,” said coun- office furniture for From page 1 cilman Winston Yeary. city hall, signage, city been affecting primarily the illness to others. then they tend to be more treatment. “Exactly what do they grounds improvements the younger population — “Hand-washing is likely to get these compli- “There is medication do for us? Is it just and debt service. children and teenagers. always helpful,” stressed cations.” that you can use specifi- applying for grants or In other action, The flu vaccine does not Dahhan. “The flu itself Dahhan said flu symp- cally for it. It’s a medica- what?” council: Approved an seem to have prevented will get better on its own, toms include “bad fever, tion called Tamiflu,” said The mayor said the Insurance Ordinance; it.” but it can make you dehy- chills, nausea, vomiting, Dahhan. Main Street Program Had first reading of There are precautions drated if you lose too diarrhea and cough.” According to Dahhan, tries to tie the Tri-City an amended ordinance to help stop the spread of much fluid. If it goes to “Don’t put off being the flu seems to be more area together so that allotting the date and the flu germs. the respiratory system, it tested if you get the symp- common this year than in when Cumberland gets time of council meet- “It’s spread by respi- can make you get bacterial toms because you want to the past. a big grant they say it find out for sure if it is the ings; Approved renew- ratory secretions,” said pneumonia.” “I’ve been practicing benefits Benham and flu or just a common vari- al of an unsecured loan Dahhan. “So, when I find Dahhan said people for 40 some years. We’ve Lynch. He said a lot of ety cold,” said Dahhan. at Commercial Bank somebody that has it, I with other health issues been seeing more of it times he “can’t see the totaling approximate- Dahhan said there is a usually take them out of are at a greater risk of fur- than less,” said Dahhan. benefit to Lynch.” ly $25,000; Entered treatment for the flu, but school or work and advise ther complications from The mission state- executive session per testing is the only way to Reach Joe P. Asher at 606-573-4510 or them not to go out into having the flu. ment listed for the KRS 61.810 (1) (C) know if you require the flu [email protected] the community.” “If you are young and Main Street program and returned with no Dahhan advised that healthy, that should not is “To promote histori- action taken. cal preservation, his- if somebody with the flu happen,” said Dahhan. tory and culture, and Reach Nola Sizemore at 606-573-4510 must go out, wearing a “If you have other health to aid, work with and or at nsizemore@heartlandpublica- breathing mask will help conditions like diabetes, participate in activi- tions.com to keep from spreading black lung or emphysema, “REVIVAL” SUNSHINE BAPTIST CHURCH Cuts HARLAN, KENTUCKY From page 1 back 20 percent and that recently said Renner. “The services we pro- Renner. “My fear is, and this is SUNDAY, JAN 6TH - WEDNESDAY increased to 28 percent.” vide to Harlan County, truly I feel across the nation, they’re reduc- TH Renner said health departments touches the lives of every person in ing the ability of the public health JAN 9 across the state are “seeing hard our community.” infrastructure to be able to main- BILLY HOWELL, EVANGELIST times.” Renner listed examples such tain that level of service that pro- “It’s been almost a 30 percent as the environmental services at vides protection.” decrease in our funding just over health departments across the state She said, “These layoffs have SERVICE TIMES: SUN. MORNING the past two years,” said Renner. providing restaurant checks, educa- been the hardest thing I have had tion and food handlers licenses to “We’re really hoping this will to do, because every one of our 11:00 AM improve. Some of our funding help ensure consumers don’t get issues are wrapped up in this fis- food poisoning or other issues. staff members play a vital role. SUNDAY EVENING THROUGH cal cliff everyone has been talking She cited environmental and And, they don’t deserve this. As WEDNESDAY 6:30 PM about. A lot of the health preven- health improvements resulting any funding improves, and we’re tion monies are in consideration from requiring everyone to have scrambling for grants trying to (NURSERY PROVIDED) with the fiscal cliff. So, certainly septic systems. strengthen our position so that we some of the issues with the fed- Renner continued by saying most can sustain our staff, we hope the eral budget is affecting local health times public health is taken for layoffs will be short term and we FOR MORE INFORMATION departments.” granted. She said often commu- can call these people back to work.” Renner said she feels this is a nity’s residents don’t realize all the “It’s just a tragic thing,” she said. CONTACT “tragedy” for families affected by things the health department does “Everyone needs to begin contact- PASTOR JONATHAN GRILLS AT the layoffs and the Harlan County to keep residents healthy and safe. ing their legislators today.” community. “So much is done behind the 573-2078 “The citizens of Harlan County scenes to ensure the health and Reach Nola Sizemore at 606-573-4510 or at nsizemore@ should contact their legislators,” safety of every citizen,” said heartlandpublications.com Page 4 — Harlan Daily Enterprise Opinion Saturday, January 5, 2013 Other Viewpoints Veterans speak after Shameful decades of silence How long does grief His great, great, great- serving in a war zone and last? grandfather Martin knowing that American Saigon fell on April 30, Elifritz was in Company citizens were meeting drug shortage 1975, and the presence B of the Ohio 94th with the enemy in North of U.S. troops in Vietnam Regiment. He was at the Vietnam: “In World War Disgraceful. That’s the best description of the find- was over. Battle of Stone River and, II, we would have called ings released recently that show unnecessary and dam- The last two American after that battle, died in that treason.” aging shortages of some cancer-treating drugs have led servicemen to die in 1862 from a war wound Schmidt has never had to relapses among some kids fighting cancer at St. Jude Vietnam were Marines he suffered in that battle. the privilege of seeing Children’s Research Hospital and elsewhere. Charles McMahon, 21, On the Confederate the monument in D.C., It wasn’t the hospital’s fault. In fact, it was St. Jude and Darwin Judge, 19 — side was Silas Miley in the but he has seen the trav- that blew the whistle on this disgrace. on April 29, 1975. 33rd Virginia Stonewall A St. Jude investigator, Dr. Monika Metzger, led a eling Wall a number of Visitors to Washington, Brigade. Miley survived times. He says, “I broke blue-ribbon team from Stanford University School of D.C., can see the names the war. Originally from down the first time. Medicine and Boston’s Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, of the 58,000 plus who Fisher’s Hill, Va., he lived among others, in a study of what happens to children died in McNamara’s into his 80s and every I had a buddy in basic who lose access to a certain cancer-fighting drug and war, a war that George And then year in the fall rode his and through several duty have to shift to substitute drugs during treatment. McNamara, Secretary of Dr. Vivian Blevins bicycle home to Virginia stations. I never knew Often, the results are shocking. The children get Defense, later confessed where he wintered and what happened to him. I much sicker. They suffer from more severe side effects. was a mistake. In 1995, The museum’s mission then left in the spring learned at the traveling Sometimes their cancer returns. he published his mem- is to tell the story of the to return to Ohio. On Wall that he was killed And it doesn’t have to be that way. Stronger regula- oir “In Retrospect: The war, with a special focus one of these bike trips, five days after getting in tion and oversight of drug supplies, plus better product Tragedy and Lessons of on American involve- he caught pneumonia and country.” and inventory management by private drug manufac- Vietnam.” An editorial in ment through the eyes of died. A third Vietnam turers, could fix this problem. The New York Times said Vietnamese. Also, Sullenberger had Veteran whose story That kids are suffering needlessly because of glitches that McNamara offered Who, then, is to tell the 13 uncles who served in we heard that day was in our drug manufacturing processes is unacceptable. the war’s dead only “a story of the war through World War II, as did his Fred Verceles, 75. A high — The Commercial Appeal, Memphis prime-time apology and the eyes of Americans father. school dropout, he joined stale tears, three decades who fought there? Since He says that a trip to the Marines at age 17, late.” the 58,282 dead can- the Vietnam Memorial first as an enlisted man, Yes, all of those who not speak, their surviv- “is sobering.” While later as an officer rising Today in history died had names, and ing brothers and sisters there, he saw the chil- to the rank of Captain McMahon’s remains and in arms must speak for dren of fathers they had (A Mustang per Marine By the Associated Press those of Judge were not them. Some carry physi- never known doing rub- terminology). His job Today is Saturday, Jan. 5, the fifth day of 2012. returned to the U.S. until cal wounds. There were bings on the Wall. Others in Vietnam was as an There are 360 days left in the year. the following year when 153,303 wounded in were leaving flowers and Air Defense Controller, action with injuries so Today’s Highlight in History: Senator Ted Kennedy notes. One surviving responsible for giving On Jan. 5, 1983, President Ronald Reagan announced exercised his powers of serious they required Veteran brought a bottle hospitalization, with directions in combat he was nominating Elizabeth Dole to succeed Drew diplomacy to bring them of Jack Daniels, cracked areas: guiding helicopters home. approximately the same it open, took a swig, and Lewis as secretary of transportation; Dole became the to deliver supplies, drop- In mid-December of number wounded who laid it below the name of first woman to head a Cabinet department in Reagan’s ping troops and picking administration, and the first to head the DOT. 2012, my college honor did not require hospital- a friend he had lost. He them up, and medivack- On this date: students and I inter- ization. said, “The rest is your’s, ing the wounded. In 1943, educator and scientist George Washington viewed three Vietnam era The emotional wounds buddy.” Carver died in Tuskegee, Ala., at age 81. Veterans for the Library carried by the survi- Sullenberger says, Verceles said, “When In 1949, in his State of the Union address, President of Congress Veterans vors are obvious in the “The unpopularity of the we read in “The Stars Harry S. Truman labeled his administration the Fair History Project. Close words they speak. My Vietnam War made the and Stripes” what was Deal. to 40 years have passed hope is that my students American public view going on with protests In 1957, President Dwight D. Eisenhower proposed since the war ended, and and my involvement in military service as less in the U.S., we couldn’t assistance to countries to help them resist Communist yet it has never really the Library of Congress than honorable.” believe it. The Marines aggression in what became known as the Eisenhower ended for many who Veterans History Project Richard Schmidt, 66, a gave me a job to do, and I Doctrine. served there. will provide a perma- hospital corpsman, was did it. Better there (war), In 1970, Joseph A. Yablonski, an unsuccessful can- Life goes on in what was nent record available to one of those Veterans than here.” didate for the presidency of the United Mine Workers Saigon and is now Ho Chi future generations who who served on a military Because of his long of America, was found murdered with his wife and Minh City. Internet sites research the LOC sites hospital ship in Vietnam. tenure — 24 years as an daughter at their Clarksville, Pa., home. (UMWA boast of cheap hotels and on the Internet as they He was spit on when he enlisted man and as an President Tony Boyle and seven others were convicted “218 Things to do in Ho attempt to understand returned to the states. He officer — he understood of, or pleaded guilty to, the killings.) “All My Children” Chi Minh City.” about this failed war— says, “They didn’t want when he went to the Wall, premiered on ABC-TV. The list includes a visit from the perspective of to serve, and they didn’t he would see the names In 1972, President Richard Nixon announced that he to the War Remnants those American soldiers care how they treated of those he knew who had had ordered development of the space shuttle. Museum. It was origi- who served. those of us who did.” fallen. He refused to look In 1993, the state of Washington executed Westley nally named “Exhibition Student MaKayla He knew that some at the names. “I don’t Allan Dodd, an admitted child sex killer, in America’s House for U.S. and Phillips conducted returning soldiers were ever want to go through first legal hanging since 1965. Puppet Crimes,” later the interviews of Paul termed “baby killers.” He the list,” he said. Sullenberger and Richard Today’s Birthdays: Former Vice President Walter changed to “Exhibition explains that since the In response to a ques- House for Crimes of War Schmidt. Student Elijah Viet Cong would send F. Mondale is 85. Actress-director Diane Keaton is tion about McNamara, he 67. Actor Robert Duvall is 82. Pro Football Hall of and Aggression,” and now Thompson conducted children with grenades said, “A lot of us are still Fame coach Chuck Noll is 81. . Dancer-choreographer has its current moniker the interview of Fred to the enemy forces, the Carrie Ann Inaba is 45. King Juan Carlos of Spain is after the U.S. ended its Verceles. soldiers would shoot to hurt. If he knew the war 75. Talk show host Charlie Rose is 71. Rock singer embargo on the country Paul Sullenberger, 60, save themselves and the was ‘terribly wrong’ and Marilyn Manson is 44. Actor Bradley Cooper is 38. and reestablished diplo- joined the Navy because members of their pla- ‘unwinnable,’ why were Actress January Jones is 35. Actor Ted Lange (lanj) matic relationships. As I military service was toon. He reasons that the we there?” is 65. Rhythm-and-blues musician George “Funky” tell my students, “Today’s a family tradition. He moral crime wasn’t with His comments seem Brown (Kool and the Gang) is 64. Rock musician Chris enemies of the U.S. can has two ancestors who the individuals who killed appropriate as a way to Stein (Blondie) is 63. Former CIA Director George be tomorrow’s friends; served in the American the children, but with the end a column focusing on Tenet is 60. Actress Pamela Sue Martin is 60. Actor and today’s friends can Revolutionary War and ones who gave them the Vietnam Veterans: “It still Clancy Brown is 54. Singer Iris Dement is 52. Actor be tomorrow’s enemies relatives who fought explosive devices and hurts. It’s hard.” Ricky Paull (correct) Goldin is 48. Actor Vinnie Jones based upon what is to be for the Union and the sent them to do the deed. And we are reminded, is 48. Rock musician Kate Schellenbach (Luscious gained/lost from a rela- Confederacy in the Civil Schmidt indicates it again, that grief can Jackson) is 47Actress Heather Paige Kent is 44. tionship.” War. was very upsetting to be endure for decades. French actor Gerard Depardieu: Tax refugee 1548 South Highway 421, Harlan, Ky. 40831 Main number: 573-4510•Fax number: 573-0042 is it patriotic to accept Find us on the web at: www.harlandaily.com • facebook.com French actor Gerard already- onerous tax bur- A community newspaper politically independent and progressive in spirit Depardieu has learned den and is shocking in its financial chastisement by CONTACT US: how to go from a beloved own right. a government headed by Regional General Manager: Alexander Gould symbol of a nation to American actor Will someone who is avowedly [email protected] enemy of the state in one Smith had a common- driven by animus toward Regional Editor: Debbie Caldwell easy step. All it takes is sensical reaction when he you as a member of a tar- [email protected] wanting to keep some was in France to promote geted class? Regional Administrative Coordinator: Pat Cheek [email protected] meaningful portion of his a movie and asked by an It’s not as though CIRCULATION DEPARTMENT income. interviewer if he would Depardieu is a scofflaw. Regional Circulation Manager: Patrick Brooks Depardieu is a quintes- be willing to pay higher He claims that he has [email protected] sentially French figure. taxes. Of course, he said. paid 145 million euros in Circulation Clerk: Abra Bledsoe Appearing in more than Then he was told of the taxes during the course [email protected] ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT 150 films, he has played top French rate. “Seventy- of his career and paid an Classifieds/Legals: Eva Bell Cyrano and Obelix. He five?” he gulped. “Yeah, 85 percent rate in 2012. [email protected] is a Chevalier du Legion that’s different, that’s dif- Maybe Hollande should Advertising Manager: Wylene Miniard d’honneur. He eats and Rich Lowry ferent. Yeah, 75. Well, you go all the way in the tradi- [email protected] drinks — a lot. He rides Syndicated Columnist know, God bless America.” tion of his hero President Sales Representative: Aimee Brock [email protected] a scooter. It would take The tax is less fiscal Francois Mitterrand — EDITORIAL DEPARTMENT a diagram to follow his For his offense, policy than confisca- the old school socialist Sports Editor: John Middleton romantic entanglements Depardieu has been tory policy motivated by who brought the French [email protected] with models and actress- denounced from the com- unabashed disdain for the economy to its knees in Editorial Clerk: Bethany Moore es. It’s all very French, wealthy. Hollande is on the 1980s — and national- [email protected] manding heights of the Reporter: Nola Sizemore except for the fact that French state. The prime the record saying, “I don’t ize Gerard Depardieu. [email protected] he has earned too much minister called him like the rich.” The French constitu- Reporter: Joe P. Asher money. “pathetic.” The budget One wonders what they tional court ruled against [email protected] At least he has according minister sniffed that his have ever done to him. the supertax the other Reporter: Jeff Phillips to the accounting of the Hollande believes that the day on technical grounds. [email protected] move would be a boom to Gradgrind socialists who Belgian cinema. Hollande wealthy owe the state. He The government promises Published Tuesday through Saturday except on federal holidays. Office hours govern France. Elected is like Massachusetts Sen. to make adjustments and are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. urged “ethical behavior” The Harlan Enterprise was established in 1901 and the Harlan Daily Enter- earlier this year, President on the part of French tax- Elizabeth Warren on ste- forge ahead. It can shame prise was established in 1928. Francois Hollande has payers. They all agree that roids, in a political culture Depardieu all it likes, but Periodicals postage paid to the Harlan Daily Enterprise, P.O. Box 1155, Harlan, Ky. 40831. Copyright©2012 by the Harlan Daily Enterprise. All rights reserved. imposed a 75 percent mar- it’s wrong of Depardieu with a much higher toler- that won’t stop the flow All property rights of the entire contents of this publication shall be the property ginal income tax on top not to stand still so that ance for leftist class poli- of other, less-famous tax of the Harlan Daily Enterprise. No parts hereof may be reproduced without prior earners. To this prospect, the government can dras- tics. For a perpetual crea- exiles. Hollande doesn’t written consent. NEWSPAPER SUBSCRIPTION RATES: Depardieu said, “Non, tically lighten his wallet. ture of the state like the like rich people, and he REGULAR CARRIER IN-COUNTY MAIL OUT-OF-COUNTY merci.” He announced The “temporary super- career-politician Hollande, will duly rule a coun- DELIVERY DELIVERY MAIL DELIVERY his intention to move to tax” applies to incomes of the natural order of things try with fewer of them. 4 weeks…...... $9.50 4 weeks...... $10.07 1 month...... $30 a little village over the more than 1 million euros is that he gets to live Gerard Depardieu wrote 12 weeks….$28.50 12 weeks…..$30.21 4 months….....$120 border in Belgium where off the government and the prime minister to say 26 weeks...... …$57 (roughly $1.3 million). It 26 weeks....$60.42 8 months...... $240 the government imposes Depardieu gets to fund he’s leaving “because you 52 weeks...... $104 52 weeks..$120.84 12 months...... $360 is said to be no big deal plenty of taxes but doesn’t since it hits only about it. That’s the definition of believe that success, cre- MEMBER aim to impose a punishing 1,500 people and is set “fairness.” ation, talent — difference, Kentucky Press Association•Associated Press•National Newspaper Association tax rate on the wealthy as to last for only two years. Depardieu’s critics bash in fact — must be pun- a matter of justice. But it comes on top of an his patriotism. But why ished.” Saturday, January 5, 2013 You and Yours Page 5 — Harlan Daily Enterprise The verdict was better than expected When last I left you, my with confectioner’s sugar, very good, but it’s still cardboard, USPS prior- the serving shots. If she fruitcake was out of the looked the model of glass not in the same league as ity- mail packages. Our wants any, she’d better be oven, cooled and ready covered perfection as it Bob’s.” mail man pulls into the grabbing a plate. for the display and serv- sat there in the dining The verdict was better driveway, honks because So, for 10 mornings or ing apparatus. room from dawn on the than I’d expected. The he has something that so after its arrival, we Loretta has this big day before Christmas fact my too-discerning won’t fit in our mail-box, both savor a slice of Bob’s 15-inch, crystal cake plate until we finally served wife declared it anything and then closes his eyes fruitcake. I usually sneak mounted on a sturdy base dinner at 6 p.m. on the better than edible was and takes one last deep another right before I go and pedestal. The plate big day. enough. The fact she sniff of the package. to bed. The cake would has a deep, thick, glass In retrospect, I can’t mentioned it in the same We don’t even have to not last as long if I didn’t cover with a knob on top. believe no one took a pic- breath as our friend’s look at the return address have diabetes. I’m guessing the whole ture. fruitcake is nothing short to know who it’s from I believe that I’m using thing stands about 20 But anyway, when of high praise. and what’s in it. Loretta inches tall, from knob Loretta helped herself My pal, Bob, who lives always says we ought to most, if not all, the same to table, and weighs 20 to the first slice, sniffed in New Haven, Conn., is keep the Bob cake and ingredients in my humble pounds. The cover, alone, the bite on her fork and director of operations for serve it at a holiday meal. attempt as Bob does in weighs well over five Points East finally popped it into her Yale’s Timothy Dwight I always say “sure” as his. However, the final pounds. Ike Adams mouth where she rolled College. He takes the I unwrap it, put it on a product that I turn out The point I’m trying to it around for several sec- time, every year, to bake serving tray and start a is not even close to make here is that whatev- ders into the same room onds, I sat back, holding fruitcakes for me and pot of coffee. The truth his. On the bright side though, my cake will still er goes under that cover where it is sitting. my breath and waited for three other close friends. of the matter is I am and gets set out where the verdict. Bob bakes his cakes in sharing this cake with be around for at least a people can see it, is going If I do say so myself, my After she swallowed, a bread loaf pan, wraps anybody except Loretta. month. We had to strug- to be the center of atten- blemish-free fruitcake, she nodded her head and them in cling wrap and The package had just my gle to make Bob’s last 10 tion to anyone who wan- ever-so-lightly dusted said, “Oh, it’ll do. It’s ships them in sturdy, name on it and I’m calling days. Bell County’s first baby of Landline may be a lifeline Hints from Heloise them off at the cellular provider indi- 2013 arrives — at home cated on the front of the phone. Reina P. Cunningham 13.2 ounces. He was 19 baby born at ARH receives Dear Readers: As cellphones become — Dawn B. in Wisconsin Very good point! Some phones may Middlesboro Daily News inches long. a care package, but the more and more popular, many people The baby arrived 10-days are forgoing LANDLINES completely. not have a battery “cover,” but this is hospital likes to give the a valuable hint. If your phone doesn’t Heather Ables recalls early, as the due date had But in the event of an emergency, if New Year’s baby some cellphone towers go out or there is no have a removable battery, place a note waking up at 6 a.m. on been set for Jan. 12. extra special gifts. Wednesday, experiencing power to charge your phone, what will between the phone and the cover. Dr. Susan Robertson, Heather and Riley — Heloise labor pains. She woke her you do? Research reveals that you can board certified OB-GYN, received a bouquet of bal- get basic plain-Jane phone service for PET STAINS husband, Kevin, and her was the attending physi- loons and a large baby bath $20 or so a month. It’s a good backup, Dear Heloise: Do you have a way to mother, Sherrie Barnett. cian when Heather and tub filled with diapers, and it saves minutes (on your cell bill) eliminate pet stains on carpet? In a matter of only about Riley arrived at the hos- baby powder, bath sup- for local calls. — L.S. in Texas 15 minutes, Bell County’s pital. Although Robertson plies, a $100 gift card and — Heloise First, you need to get to the area as first baby of 2013 — Riley was not the OB-GYN who an engraved silver spoon. FOUND PHONE soon as possible! If it’s fresh, you need Thomas Ables — was born treated her during the In addition to gifts from Dear Heloise: I recently found a cell- to blot up as much liquid as you can, on the living room floor pregnancy, she is one of ARH, the Ables received a phone, the second time this has hap- using paper towels. Then mix a solution of the family’s home at three doctors staffing the pened. Both were locked, and there was of 1 teaspoon mild dishwashing deter- Fourmile. ARH’s Women’s Health $100 savings account from the ARH Federal Credit no way to find the owner. My hint is to gent and a cup of warm water. Dab the The family members Center of Middlesboro. put an alternate phone number on the stain, working from the outside in. Be recall that as they prepared Heather received prenatal Union. inside of the battery cover. I dropped sure to NOT SOAK the area. to leave for the hospital, treatment at the center. In 2012, Middlesboro things became intense. “I have no complaints,” ARH Hospital delivered “My water literally broke said Heather about not 307 babies. and then here he was,” having her prenatal doctor According to a hospital said Heather with a smile deliver her baby. “I have spokesman, Middlesboro Professional in her hospital room on (now) dealt with all three ARH Hospital offers pri- Thursday. doctors and both of my vate labor-delivery-recov- Recalling some of the babies are perfect.” ery rooms with private Services Guide morning’s events, Heather Heather was not the only baths in a home-like atmo- said her mother deliv- one happy with the deliv- sphere where the focus is If You Need It Done... We’ll Do It! ered the baby with her ery. “I have been delivering on a family-centered birth- husband’s help. Kevin babies since 1997 and this ing experience. 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Paul Newberry country hoping the four-team unprecedented streak of six (Florida, Alabama, LSU and had proposed what is large- AP National Writer national playoff, which starts straight national titles, and No. Auburn) while the rest of the ly the same four-team format in 2014, will make it tougher 2 Alabama is favored to make country looked on enviously, several years ago, only to be FORT LAUDERDALE, for the SEC to pile up trophies. it seven in a row Monday wondering just what it quickly shot down. Fla. — Roy Kramer remem- Kramer, for one, doesn’t night when the had to do to break the “I don’t think there’s any bers all the fretting when expect much of an impact, just Crimson Tide takes stranglehold. question that the added inter- the Southeastern Conference as splitting into East and West on top-ranked Last season, est in trying to expand the field launched its own championship brackets and tacking on an Notre Dame in when the BCS to some degree, to go from two game two decades ago. extra game between the divi- the next-to-last produced an all- to four teams, was influenced “Especially from the coach- sion champs back in 1992 has BCS champion- SEC matchup in by what happened a year ago es,” the former SEC commis- done little to damage the SEC’s ship game. the title game, when two teams from the same sioner said Friday, chuckling national title prospects. For better or the rest of the conference played in the cham- a bit at those long-ago discus- “The SEC could very well end worse, just about country screamed pionship game,” Kramer said. sions. “They were convinced up with three of the four play- every major con- uncle. “That brought a significant that would be the end of every- off teams in any given year,” ference has followed Or, more accu- amount of attention to it and thing and we would never win Kramer told The Associated the SEC’s lead from way rately, playoff. perhaps brought on a willing- another national champion- Press in a telephone interview back in 1992 — adding news Suddenly, everyone jumped ness by more people to take a ship.” from his retirement home near teams, starting their own title on board for what amounts look at this process.” It sure didn’t work out that Chattanooga, Tenn. “I don’t games — but the juggernaut to a true postseason system, If the four-team playoff had way, of course. know that a playoff will sig- that began it all appears more albeit with not as many teams been in place this season — The SEC has ruled like no nificantly reduce the possibil- firmly entrenched than ever. as the biggest supporters of the and using the BCS standings other conference. ity of winning a national title. Over the last 20 seasons, the P-word would like. as a selection guide — the SEC Just around the corner is Some may believe that, but I’m league has won nine national Kramer has no doubt that would have claimed half the another momentous change to not convinced it reduces the titles; no other conference has Alabama’s 21-0 victory over field anyway. Florida finished shake up the college football chances at all.” claimed more than four dur- LSU in the 2012 title game third in the rankings, while No. landscape, spurred in part by This much is clear: The cur- ing that span. And the SEC accelerated the demands for a 4 Oregon presumably would the dominance down South. rent system is owned by the has pitched a shutout since playoff among the other confer- have been the other team, Undoubtedly, there are plen- SEC. the 2006 season, divvying up ences — even though current ty of folks in the rest of the The conference is riding an six titles among four schools SEC commissioner Mike Slive See SEC | 7 LOCAL SPORTS

AAU registration today Registration will be held today for all those interested in playing in the Harlan County RAP AAU program at the old Loyall Elementary School gymnasium. Anyone who would like to coach, officiate or assist in any other way can contact Greg Coldiron at 859-420-1450 or Dondi Noah at 606-505-0013. Anyone with questions about the league or the league fee can contact Coldiron or Noah. The regis- tration schedule includes: kindergar- ten and first-grade (9:00-10:30 a.m.); second- and third-grade (10:20-noon); fourth- and fifth-grade (12:00-1:30 p.m.); sixth and seventh-grade (1:30- 3:00 p.m.). Rosspoint defeats Evarts Jared Sizemore fired in 17 points to lead Rosspoint to a 49-11 victory over Evarts in seventh- and eighth-grade basketball action recently. Nick Caldwell’s six points paced the Wildcats. Chris Jones | Daily Enterprise Harlan's Cody Logan (right) and Dakota Morris (center) were each named to the recently announced all-district team. —- Rosspoint (49) — Drew Nolan 5, David Turner 9, Jared Sizemore 17, Kennon Napier 4, Tyler Scearse HHS standouts earn all-district honors 2, Christian Hall 3, Kaleb Boggs 2, Braden Shelton 4, Jose Roque 3. An Enterprise Staff Report Stephen Jones, Dalton Overbay and line — Houston Smith (Hazard) and Evarts (11) — Ethan Baird 3, Nick Nathan Young were named honorable Josh puckett (Jenkins); defensive line Caldwell 6, Seth Sanders 2. The Harlan Green Dragons were well mentions. — Ryan Whitaker (Hazard) and Koty represented on the recently announced Hazard claimed the top honors, with Sexton (Jenkins); linebacker — Jacob Class A All-District 6 team. Jordan Olinger named the district play- Roll (Hazard), Charlie Cox (Jenkins), Redskins hold Ty Saragas was named the district’s er of the year and Mark Dixon selected Conner Ford (Pineville) and Josh off Cowan quarterback of the year, with David as coach of the year. Hazard’s Brandon Meehan (Hazard); defensive back — Allen earning receiver of the year hon- Joey Swanner recorded 16 points Jones was named the district’s best run- Kyle Capps (Pineville), Jamie Roan ors. Eric Young was selected as the best and Andrew Creech added 15 as ning back. Ray Dixon was selected as (Pineville), Josh Collins (Jenkins), special teams player. the best offensive lineman. Kody Arnett Cumberland knocked off Cowan 42-36 Jarod Philpot (Pineville) and Nathan Dakota Morris and Cody Logan were was chosen as the best defensive line- in seventh- and eighth-grade basketball each named to the all-district team at man and Nathan Higgins was tabbed Stupart (Hazard); honorable mentions action recently. running back. Ryan Jones made the as the best defensive back. Pineville’s — Devon Asher (Hazard), Cole Brown —- team at tight end, Drew Middleton Andrew Douglas was named the best (Jenkins), Cody Childers (Jenkins), joining him along the line of scrimmage linebacker. Alex Francis (Hazard), Aaron Halcomb Cumberland (42) — Joey Swanner at offensive lineman. Travis Laws was The remainder of the all-district (Jenkins), Dalton Ledbetter (Pineville), 16, Andrew Creech 15, Brendan selected to the defensive line. Okey team included: quarterback — Evan Matt Little (Jenkins), Tyler Logan Rutherford 9, Tyrese Simmons 2. Boggs and Ryland Atkins were both Whitaker (Hazard); running back — (Hazard), Jacob McGeorge (Pineville), Cowan (36) — Sturgill 10, Z. Jones named all-district at linebacker. Tanner Mike (Pineville); tight end Jalen Olinger (Hazard) and Jesse 9, C. Jones 6, Holbrook 4, Dollarhide Harlan’s Andrew Brock, Cale Brock, — Byron Asher (Pineville); offensive Patterson (Pineville). 3, Fields 2, Polly 2. NFL year end awards handed out Before getting on with ing. ference between winning goodness knows there season standings. Who’s the lovable nonsense that It’s also Awards Time, and losing is motivation are a hundred other got the most in their tank is professional football’s and everybody likes free (the combined communi- worthy candidates out this week? It appears to Wildcard Weekend, some goodies. cation skill of instruction there for this one. The be the visitors most of end-of-year housekeeping Coach of the Year – and persuasion), which is final cut came down to the time, and here are the chores are due. Bruce Arians. There were actually what coaches are Adrian Peterson, Peyton reasons why: For those just itching a lot of worthy candi- paid to do. Manning, London Bengals at Texans – to know how the annual dates: Pete Carroll in After the way Arians Fletcher, Bobby Wagner, Cincinnati has had the prediction score turned Seattle, Mike Shanahan was ignominiously and Robert Griffin III. league’s best scoring out, well, it was really not in Washington, or John dumped by Pittsburgh (And when was the last defense over the last half bad at all with a 167-86 Fox in Denver; plus after the 2011 season, time two Seahawks made of the season. The past final total, which is a .660 some regularly great he couldn’t have found the short list in any- month, they’ve even been average; and one should ones like Bill Belichick a better result. They thing?) putting points on the take two out of three in in New England or Mike remind one of Rick Seattle and Pete Carroll board. The downside has this league every time. McCarthy in Green Bay Pitino’s first Kentucky were laughed at for using been the offense, which For those keeping that nobody thinks about team, and perhaps even a high draft pick to take Spectator’s Eye has become increasingly a close eye, you may any more because either more Herb Brooks’ 1980 him. He was snubbed Mark Bell pedestrian. Andy Dalton have noticed that final their excellence doesn’t Olympic hockey champi- by talent evaluators and has suddenly either lost tally only adds up to get our attention now or ons – focused and deeply media glitterati alike. year, his team was just as it or been figured out. 253, and there are 256 they lose on personality driven. Nothing (if you’ll excuse big a monster on the road Houston is going to come games scheduled in the points. If there is any predic- the expression) short of as it had become at home. with pressure at him regular season; so here- Arians – with a strong tion about this at all it total failure was predict- It’s been steady. It’s all day, so he’d best be by is an explanation: In assist by Chuck Pagano is that their accomplish- ed. Moderate competence been unexpected. It’s prepared to play a game Week 10 there was a tie who remained constant- ment this year will mean (think Chad Henne) was he hasn’t shown in six between San Francisco ly engaged while still even more to them one the best that could be been amazing. And there’s still more to come. weeks. Another option or and St. Louis, and since fighting leukemia – was day than any champion- expected. two coming out of the the accounting system given the impossible task ship they may one day In the “Year of the Team of the Year – Since they get to play for backfield would not be doesn’t account for ties, of directing what was win. They’ve dreamed Rookie Quarterback” he a bad idea either, Jay it was thrown out. The essentially a college all- and done the impossible, was more consistent than this one, we’ll hold the accolades for now. Suffice Gruden. other two missing games star team through the and that’s the sort of Andrew Luck and more For all of Cincy’s offen- were the result of sched- constant rigors and chal- thing professionals work of an offensive threat it to say, this appears to be a year of surprises. sive foibles, the Wrath of uling/publication dead- lenges of an NFL season. their whole lives to find a than RGIII. No team Khan is about to come line snafus owing to the Their accomplishment Because it’s now play- chance to do, if only just since the 1950 Rams put down on Matt Schaub’s league’s Thursday night is conclusive proof that, once. up so many consecutive off time, that means head if he doesn’t stop slate. Small loss. when talent and resources Player of the Year 50-point games in a sea- beginning with the teams Like I said…housekeep- are roughly equal, the dif- – Russell Wilson, and son. By the end of the ranked 5-12 in the final See BELL | 7 Saturday, January 5, 2013 Sports Page 7 — Harlan Daily Enterprise Scorecard Bengals’ defesnive-line

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Wild-card Playoffs LOCAL SCHEDULE TELEVISION Saturday, Jan. 5 blossoms into one of best Cincinnati at Houston, 4:30 p.m. TODAY TODAY (NBC) ▼ HIGH SCOOL ▼ COLLEGE FOOTBALL Joe Kay young group can stay together and go on BASKETBALL 1 p.m. Minnesota at Green Bay, 8 p.m. AP Sports Writer (NBC) 6 p.m. ESPN — Compass Bowl, for a long time and be part of something Pittsburgh vs. Mississippi, at Sunday, Jan. 6 Clay Co. at Harlan Co.(G) 7:30 p.m. Birmingham, Ala. special.” Indianapolis at Baltimore, 1 p.m. Harlan at June Buchanan(B) ESPN2 — NCAA, FCS, play- CINCINNATI — Michael Johnson tow- They’re having a special season, one of (CBS) offs, championship, North Dakota Seattle at Washington, 4:30 p.m. Dunkin Donuts Tournament St. vs. Sam Houston St., at ers over blockers at 6-foot-7. At 6-foot-1, the main reasons the Bengals have reached (FOX) at Lexington Catholic Frisco, Texas Geno Atkins often gets dwarfed on the line. the playoffs as a wild card for the second 4 p.m. Harlan Co. vs Lincoln Co. (B) ▼ MEN'S COLLEGE Domata Peko is gregarious. Carlos Dunlap straight season. It’s also one of the main Divisional Playoffs BASKETBALL tends to cut off interviews after a few ques- reasons they think they can knock off the Saturday, Jan. 12 13th Region All ‘A’ Classic 11 a.m. Baltimore, Indianapolis or Opening Round ESPN2 — Pittsburgh at tions. Texans on Saturday in Houston and Cincinnati at Denver, 4:30 p.m. 6 p.m. Rutgers The Bengals’ defensive line is get their first playoff win since (CBS) Harlan vs Middlesboro (G) 4 p.m. —————————————— ESPN2 — NC State at Boston an eclectic mix of players from far 1990. Washington, Seattle or Green Bay MONDAY College at San Francisco, 8 p.m. (FOX) ▼ HIGH SCOOL different backgrounds with very These guys know how to get Sunday, Jan. 13 BASKETBALL ▼ NFL FOOTBALL different personalities and body to the quarterback. Washington, Seattle or Minnesota 7:30 p.m. 4:30 p.m. at Atlanta, 1 p.m. (FOX) Harlan Co. at Hazard (G) NBC — Wild Card Game, types. Together, they formed Atkins led all interior NFL Baltimore, Indianapolis or Cincinnati at Houston 8 p.m. one of the NFL’s best units this linemen with 12½ sacks and Houston at New England, 4:30 p.m. ager of Bradenton (FSL), Michael NBC — Wild Card Game, season, one of the main reasons was voted a Pro Bowl starter (CBS) Ryan manager of West Virginia Minnesota at Green Bay Cincinnati is in the playoffs again. (SAL), Dave Turgeon manager of for the first time. Johnson had ▼ Conference Championships Jamestown (NYP), Milver Reyes PREP FOOTBALL The Bengals set a club record 11½ sacks, giving Cincinnati its 1 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 20 manager of the GCL Pirates and with 51 sacks this season, 40 of them AFC, TBA (CBS) NBC — All-American Bowl, at first pair of players with double-digit Keoni De Renne of the Dominican San Antonio NFC, TBA (FOX) Summer League team. —————————————— coming from a line that is more of a melt- sacks totals since 1981, when the Bengals FOOTBALL SUNDAY ing pot than anything else. reached the Super Bowl for the first time. Pro Bowl National Football League ▼ COLLEGE FOOTBALL “We’re very different,” Dunlap said. “Mike’s The reserves have done well, too. Wallace Sunday, Jan. 27 CHICAGO BEARS — Signed WR 9 p.m. At Honolulu ESPN — GoDaddy.com Bowl, from Selma, Ala. I’m from Charleston, S.C. Gilberry has 6½ sacks. Robert Geathers Brittan Golden to a reserve/future Kent St. vs. Arkansas St., at AFC vs. NFC, 7 p.m. (NBC) contract. Mobile, Ala. Geno’s from Fort Lauderdale. You’ve got a has 3. HOUSTON TEXANS — Placed whole bunch of guys from miles and miles The Texans’ offense struggled down the Super Bowl LB Tim Dobbins on injured reserve. ▼ GOLF Sunday, Feb. 3 Signed LB Cameron Collins from 3 p.m. away from each other, probably a 10-hour stretch, contributing to three losses in the NBC — PGA Tour, At New Orleans the practice squad. drive to get to each destination. last four games. Houston scored 16 or AFC champion vs. NFC champi- Tournament of Champions, third KANSAS CITY CHIEFS — round, at Kapalua, Hawaii “But when we’re in this locker room, fewer points in those losses. If the Texans on, 6 p.m. (CBS) Announced general manager Scott Pioli and the team have "mutually ▼ NFL we’re a few feet away as we are on the field can’t slow Cincinnati’s front four, they’re in Transactions parted ways." 1 p.m. and in sync with one another. I hope this trouble. NEW YORK GIANTS — Signed CBS — AFC Wild Card Game, Indianapolis at Baltimore BASEBALL OT Matt McCants, OT Levy Adcock, 4:30 p.m. American League G Stephen Goodwin, TE Larry FOX — NFC Wild Card game, BALITMORE ORIOLES — Donnell, DE Matt Broha, CB Laron Seattle at Washington SATURDAY EVENING JANUARY 5, 2013 Claimed C Luis Martinez off waivers Scott, QB Curtis Painter, LB Jake —————————————— from Texas. Muasau, WR Brandon Collins, CB MONDAY 6 PM 6:30 7 PM 7:30 8 PM 8:30 9 PM 9:30 10 PM 10:30 11 PM 11:30 ▼ COLLEGE FOOTBALL CLEVELAND INDIANS — Agreed Trumaine McBride, WR Kevin TN. Wild Tennes- The Lawrence Welk Appear- As Time Summer Being Song of the Austin City Limits 8:30 p.m. WETP to terms with RHP Brett Myers on a Hardy, G Michael Jasper, DT Bobby ESPN — BCS National Side see Cross Show ances Goes By Wine Served? Mountains (N) one-year contract. Skinner to reserve-future contracts. Championship, Notre Dame vs. (4:30) NFL Football Wild Card NFL NFL Football Wild Card (L) LEX 18 Sat. TEXAS RANGERS — Announced WASHINGTON REDSKIN — Alabama, at Miami WLEX (L) Show (L) News Night  C Eli Whiteside cleared waivers and Restored CB Cedric Griffin to the ▼ WATE 6 ABC Judge Judge Once Upon a Time Once Upon a Time Once Upon a Time WATE 6 (:35) was assigned outright to Round 53-man roster. MEN'S COLLEGE WATE BASKETBALL News News Judy Judy News Castle  Rock (PCL). COLLEGE 6:30 p.m. ABC Paid Entertainment Once Upon a Time Once Upon a Time Once Upon a Time The Collector TORONTO BLUE JAYS — FLORIDA — Announced TE ESPN2 — Notre Dame at WKPT News Program Tonight Weekend Claimed RHP Chad Beck off Jordan Reed will enter the NFL Cincinnati WKYT Evening Wheel of Jeopar- The Mentalist 48 Hours 48 Hours (N) WKYT Traveler  waivers from Pittsburgh. draft. WKYT National League GEORGIA — Announced LB News News Fortune dy! News ▼ PITTSBURGH PIRATES — Jarvis Jones will enter the NFL draft. NBA BASKETBALL (4:30) NFL Football Wild Card NFL NFL Football Wild Card (L) 10 News Sat. 8 p.m. WBIR (L) Show (L) Night Night  Named Carlos Garcia manager of LSU — Announced S Eric Reid WGN — Cleveland at Chicago Altoona (EL), Frank Kremblas man- will enter the NFL draft. Met Your Met Your Big Bang Big Bang Cops (N) Cops The Mob Doctor (N) FOX Tri-Cities 10 Masterchef WEMT Mother Mother Theory Theory O'Clock News WKYT Evening Crook and Chase The Mentalist 48 Hours 48 Hours (N) WKYT (:35) Paid WYMT News News News  Met Your Met Your Big Bang Big Bang CSI: Miami CSI: Miami CW 20 King of King of Friends SEC WBXX Mother Mother Theory Theory News Queens Queens Bloopers Bloopers Crook and Chase The Closer The Closer Two and Two and The The From page 6 WAPK Half Men Half Men Office Office Two and Big Bang Two and Big Bang Cops (N) Cops The Mob Doctor (N) FOX 56 Ten O'Clock Masterchef surely creating plenty of howls from dominant in the national title game,” WDKY teams such as Kansas State and Stanford Notre Dame safety Matthias Farley said. Half Men Theory Half Men Theory News ABC ABC 36 Paid Courtesy Once Upon a Time Once Upon a Time Once Upon a Time ABC 36 (:35) CSI: (sound familiar?). But the conference doesn’t appear WTVQ News News Program Wheels News Miami  But the playoff is still a couple of years quite as strong as past years, with some PIX News Taste Friends Friends First First Mr. Box Mr. Box Pix11 News Family Family WPIX away. Heck, the powers-that-be are still truly wretched teams at the bottom of at 6pm Makers Family Family Office Office Guy Guy TBA Evening WJHL Paid The Mentalist 48 Hours 48 Hours (N) WJHL Connec- trying to hammer out all the details. In the standings (Auburn, Tennessee and WJHL News News Program News tions the meantime, Notre Dame has set its Kentucky) and a perception that even The Lawrence Welk Louisville Red Kentucky Kentucky <+++ No Way Out (1987, Thriller) Gene Austin City Limits WKHA sights on ending the SEC’s dominance Alabama — despite positioning itself for Show Life Green Life Afield Hackman, Kevin Costner. (N) Eddie Church of Baptist Sing Time Higher Ground Belle Sing Apostoli- Sing Everyday Gospel  this season without the assistance of a third national title in four years — isn’t WAGV an extra round, having built a team quite as strong after losing a bunch of Day Jesus Church Meadows Time cConnect Time Manna around defense and a good running top players to the NFL. CABLE CHANNELS (4:30) <+++ The Patriot (2000, <+++ Signs A grieving father must protect his <++ Hannibal ('01) Julianne game — kind of like a northern version The SEC split its first six bowl games, AMC Drama) Heath Ledger, Mel Gibson. children when strange events portend disaster. Moore.  of Alabama. the most notable result being Florida’s Beyond Scared Gangsters Gangsters Gangsters Gangsters Gangsters  A&E Despite a perfect record (12-0) and ugly 33-23 loss to Big East champion Straight Pit Boss Too Cute! Too Cute! Pit Boss Pit Bulls and Pit Boss No. 1 ranking, the Fighting Irish know Louisville in the Sugar Bowl. ANPL Parolees what they’re up against. So do the odd- “If you’ve watched the bowl games Ridicul- Ridicul- Ridicul- Ridicul- Ridicul- Ridicul- Redneck Island Redneck Island Redneck Island smakers, who started Alabama as a to this point, the SEC has lost to some CMT ousness ousness ousness ousness ousness ousness Paid Paid Money in Made Ultimate Factories The Suze Orman Princess Princess Ultimate Factories 7½-point favorite and pushed it up to 9½ other teams,” said Farley, sounding a bit CNBC when the bets flowed in on the Crimson more confident about the Irish’s chances. Program Program Motion Millions Show Tide. “You just have to be better than the other CNN The Situation Room CNN Newsroom CNBC Special Piers Morgan CNN Newsroom CNBC Special WAWeek Comms. Washington This Week “Obviously, the SEC has been very team on that given day, not all the time.” CSPN CSPN2 Encore Booknotes Book TV After Words Book TV  To Be Announced To Be Announced To Be Announced To Be Announced To Be Announced To Be Announced DISC (4:30) Poker 2012 World Fitness Fitness Fitness Fitness Fitness Fitness SportsCenter Bell ESPN Series -- Cannes, France From page 6 ESPN Rise High School 30 for 30 30 for 30 30 for 30 ESPN2 Basketball Showcase (L) stinking things up. Coach Rachael vs. Guy: Rachael vs. Guy: Rachael vs. Guy: Rachael vs. Guy: Rachael vs. Guy: Iron Chef America sive side of things, give It’s been awhile since FOOD Gary Kubiak had his the edge to Minnesota Baltimore fans had a bet- Celebrity Cook-off Celebrity Cook-off Celebrity Cook-off Celebrity Cook-off Celebrity Cook-off (5:30) <+++ Death Race (2008, <+++ Taken (2008, Thriller) Famke <+++ Taken (2008, Thriller) Famke team in the driver’s seat for consistency and speed ter reason to cry over FX Action) Joan Allen, Jason Statham. Janssen, Liam Neeson. Janssen, Liam Neeson. until time caught up with up front. If those guys their beloved Colts. This FNC America's News HQ Fox Report Weekent Huckabee Judge Jeanine Fox Report Weekent Journal Fox News them, along with a few can get to Aaron Rodgers time they can win one for The Game NCAA Basketball Classics Bucknell vs. WPT Poker World Boxing Classics 2012 Golden Boy FSS crucial injuries (the afore- early and often, this one the ages in their former Game 3... Time Missouri (L) Finals (5:30) PGA Golf Tournament of Champions Round 2 Site: Kapalua Golf Resort -- Golf PGA Golf Tournament of mentioned Schaub being has all the makings of an hometown. Maybe the old GOLF just one), and an at best upset. Kapalua, Hawaii (L) Central Champions  band will get back togeth- (5:00) < Class Jodi < Elevator Girl (2010, Family) Ryan < The Seven Year Hitch (2012, Comedy) <+++ The Nanny up-and-down December, But not at Lambeau in er for them one last time. HALL Lyn O'Keefe. Merriman, Lacey Chabert. Griffin Cleveland, Darin Brooks. Express  the result of which was January. In the unlikely Seahawks at Redskins House House House Hunters Love It or List It Love It or List It House House House House HGTV Hunters Hunters Renovation Hunters Hunters Hunters Hunters they failed to get a crucial event AP can run it once – It’s hard to imagine week off. again 30-plus times for (5:00) Sniper Pawn Pawn Pawn Pawn Pawn Pawn Pawn Pawn Pawn Pawn a better matchup for HIST Stars Stars Stars Stars Stars Stars Stars Stars Stars Stars  So it comes down to 200-plus yards (for the Wildcard Weekend. The <++ Murder 101 (2006, Mystery) Barry <+++ Murder 101: If Wishes Were <++ Murder 101: College Can Be consistent defensive third time this season HMC tanks are so full you can Van dyke, Dick Van Dyke. Horses ('07) Dick Van Dyke. Murder ('07) Dick Van Dyke. fronts for both teams, against Green Bay) that DeStress With Tony Teeter Hang Kitchen Solutions Get Organized Get Organized DeStress With Tony smell the fumes from HSN the legs of Arian Foster rests the defense enough House House House House Psych Psych ION being in better shape than to keep constant pressure here. Spectacular rookie quarterbacks in front of < Killer Among Us (2012, Thriller) Boris < Willed To Kill (2012) Michael Riley, < The Eleventh Victim (2012, Thriller) Benjarvus Green-Ellis, a on Rogers, so that’s the LIFE Kodjoe, Tess Atkins. Sarah Jane Morris. Colin Cunningham, Jennie Garth.  non-injured but also non- key. But can the Vikes a huge crowd absolutely starving for playoff foot- MTV (4:00) TBA To Be Announced To Be Announced threatening Dalton versus play the same game two NICK Victori. Victori. Victori. Victori. Victori. ToRock Big Time iCarly Yes, Dear Yes, Dear Friends Friends a banged up and misfiring weeks in a row against ball: Talk about your pop- Team Elk Outdoo- S. Grateful Trophy Jimmy R. Raglin Ultimate Trophy Scentbl- Outfitter Expedit- Schaub, two decent kick- the same team? corn moments! OUTD rsman Michaels Nation Hunters Big Time Outdoors Hunting Quest ocker's Camp ion Safari (5:00) <++ <++ Resident Evil (2001, Action) <+++ Resident Evil: Afterlife (2010, <++ Resident Evil ers playing indoors, and The odds in pro foot- There’s lots of balance SCI a partridge in a pear tree. ball say no, and especially between these two, but Daybreakers Michelle Rodriguez, Milla Jovovich. Action) Wentworth Miller, Milla Jovovich. Milla Jovovich.  BTCC Touring Car SEMA Las Vegas Superbi- Arenacross (L) Supercross Site: Angel Stadium -- Anaheim, Calif. (L)  This just has toss-up not when you change ven- Wilson is a much greater SPEED Racing ke Family written all over it and that ues. Green Bay’s tank has threat to throw the ball (5:00) <++ Indiana Jones and the Temple of <++++ Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade <+++ Payback normally means home got just a bit more in it, down the field and is just SPIKE Doom ('99) Mel Gibson.  team advantage. However, partly because they did as accurate an overall TBN Fame Board Precious Memories In Touch Ministries The Hour of Power Billy Graham Not a Fan Travel given Houston’s struggles King of King of King of King of Big Bang Big Bang Big Bang Big Bang Wedding Band (N) Wedding Band not use it up last week passer. Plus he’s just as TBS Queens Queens Queens Queens Theory Theory Theory Theory of late and the fans’ irrita- and the impression is that good a runner when he (5:00) <+++ How the West Was Won <++ To Have and Have Not (1944, <++ The Whistler (:15) <++ Libel tion with fading hopes, Minnesota did. has to be, and when he TCM ('62, West) Gregory Peck, James Stewart. Drama) Lauren Bacall, Humphrey Bogart. ('44) Richard Dix. ('59) Dirk Bogarde.  Dateline: Real Life 48 Hours: Hard 48 Hours: Hard 48 Hours: Hard 48 Hours: Hard 48 Hours: Hard plus the Bengals’ obvious Colts at Ravens – does it’s as a scrambler TLC motivation to respond Baltimore has lost four Mysteries Evidence Evidence Evidence Evidence (N) Evidence looking to throw and not (4:30) <+++ <+++ Lethal Weapon 4 <++ G.I. Jane A tough navy intelligence officer more favorably than they out of five, and though a designed read off an TNT Con Air fights to become the first female Navy SEAL trainee. did last year with essen- they may put up one heck Regular <++++ Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Venture Family Family Clevela- Black Boond- option. In other words, TOON tially the same team and of a fight on Sunday, the he’s much harder to pre- Show Lightning Thief Bros. Guy Guy nd Show Dynamite ocks circumstances, there is a Cosby Cosby Cosby Cosby Cosby Cosby Loves Loves Loves Loves Loves King of ravages of time and a bru- dict. 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It’s entirely pos- mean you can stop him, VH1 Greatest Songs '00s Greatest Songs '00s Greatest Songs '00s <++ Austin Powers in Goldmember 40 Hip Hip - '90s dipstick if you wish, but sible Joe Flacco shows up Law & Order: America's Funniest America's Funniest America's Funniest WGN News at Nine Bones Cincinnati’s tank seems with one of his head-turn- but the deciding factors WGN Criminal Intent Home Videos Home Videos Home Videos fuller. ing games, but it’s been to me are his injured knee PREMIUM CHANNELS appears to have slowed Austin Shake It Jessie Jessie Jessie Jessie Jessie Jessie A.N.T. Good Jessie Austin Vikings at Packers – so long we’ve almost for- DISN him down enough to make and Ally Up Farm Luck ... and Ally Saturday’s second game is gotten what he’s capable (:20) <+++ The Enforcer (1976, Action) <+++ Sudden Impact (1983, Action) <++ The Dead Pool ('88) (:35) < an even more intriguing of doing. a difference in the defen- ENC Tyne Daly, Clint Eastwood. Sondra Locke, Clint Eastwood. Clint Eastwood. Hear...  sive containment when (5:15) <++++ Harry Potter and the < The Three Stooges ('12) <++++ Bridesmaids (2011, Comedy) (:40) < matchup of familiar coun- As for the motiva- HBO terparts: a running team tion factor, the tanks in he does run and Seattle’s Philosopher's Stone ('01) Daniel Radcliffe. Sean Hayes. Maya Rudolph, Kristen Wiig. The T...  secondary is back to full (5:20) <++++ (:20) <++ Life (1999, Comedy) Martin (:15) <++ Horrible Bosses (2011, <+ Showgirls ('95) that throws a few surpris- Indianapolis are topped MAX Crazy, Stupid, Love. Lawrence, Eddie Murphy. Comedy) Charlie Day, Jason Bateman. Elizabeth Berkley.  es at you versus a pass- off. They’ve got nothing (and healthy) strength. United States House of (:35) Lies (:05) Lies (:35) Lies (:05) Lies (:35) Lies (:05) Lies (:35) Lies (:05) Lies (:35) Lies ing team that runs at you to lose and everything to There you go football SHOW Lies (5:45) < Salvation Boulevard < Apollo 18 (2011, Sci-Fi) <++ Dog Soldiers ('02, Hor) (:45) < Hard Ride to Hell ('10) when you are least pre- play for. It doesn’t get fans. Pick you own win- TMC pared for it. On the defen- much better than that. ners. Have some fun! ('11) Greg Kinnear. Kevin McKidd, Sean Pertwee. Miguel Ferrer, Richard Faraci.  Page 8 — Harlan Daily Enterprise Saturday, January 5, 2013 Free tax preparation Cashier sees firsthand Miners From page 1 successful future for how bad economy the entire company. for moderate to low “When we announced in September, we said affects local families we would be elimi- income households nating approximate- ly 1,200 positions in Special to the Enterprise were missed. The volunteers our across the board can also determine help with Cashier cuts. We said those The KCEOC Community special credits, such as Child From page 1 changes would con- Action Partnership has Tax Credit, and Credit for the tinue into the first announced free tax prepa- Elderly or the Disabled. There While I was gone, one of my custom- because they have lost their jobs. quarter of this year. ration through the IRS is also free electronic filing ers came in and asked about me and “Sometimes, if people don’t have Right now, I don’t Volunteer Income Tax (e-file) for faster returns. actually cried when they were told Assistance (VITA) Program enough to pay for their groceries, I know of any other To compliment this service, I had lost a loved one. That’s the take money out of my own pocket to layoffs, but it’s not for taxpayers who qualify. KCEOC will be hosting an closeness you feel. I care about them The VITA Program gener- pay the difference. If I’ve got it — I to say more might “EITC Awareness Day” on and they care about me. I love my ally offers free tax help to peo- will help. If I see a little child want- happen as part of Friday, Jan. 25, from 9 a.m.- customers.” ple who make $51,000 or less ing something and their parents can’t this reorganization.” 3 p.m. at KCEOC’s Central While she might be listed as a and need assistance in prepar- afford it, I’ll do my best to get it for Davidson said all Office, located in Gray. ing their own tax returns. cashier, Smith admits you can call them. I have a soft spot for children.” the laid off employ- KCEOC staff and VITA vol- her a counselor of sorts. KCEOC sponsors IRS- Smith previously worked five years ees will receive pay unteers will be on hand to “I’m a good listener and I try to certified volunteers to provide for Mack’s Grocery as a cashier. She and benefits for at answer questions about the offer everyone a smile and word of free basic income tax return also worked for Don’s Super Saver for least 60 days. preparation with electronic program, the EITC and to encouragement,” she said. “There is “Again, anytime complete and file taxes for a lot more to working in a grocery a period of 12 years and for Kmart as filing to qualified individuals a cashier. She said she is fortunate you have to send in local communities. These clients. store than just standing here and somebody home All services are provided checking customers out. Every now to have wonderful co-workers, which community volunteers will file she considers to be a part of her fam- is certainly one of taxes free of charge to qualify- with the strictest confidential- and then you might get a customer the hardest things ing taxpayers and review all of ity and accuracy of informa- that tries to be a little mean, but it’s ily. “It’s hard standing on your feet — we have to do,” the details of Earned Income tion. one out of a hundred. Most days are said Davidson. “In you get tired, but a job is a job and if Tax Credit (EITC). The VITA program is avail- pleasant and without incident.” an effort to try to The staff also can deter- able free to the public and will Smith said sees firsthand how the you have a job now in Harlan County secure the future of mine if clients are eligible remain open through April economy is bad for a lot of people you better hold onto it, because there the company, these for the EITC during the 15. Services are by appoint- in our county. “I see it as they come are 10 more standing in line to get are the steps we past three years and help file ment only. through the register to buy food,” that job,” said Smith. have to take.” amended tax returns for any For more information, con- she said. “Some used to be able to years in which the opportu- tact Brendia Moses at 606- buy more and are now having to buy Reach Nola Sizemore at 606-573-4510 or at nsizemore@heart- Reach Nola Sizemore at 606-573- nity to claim EITC benefits 546-3152. less. Some have to use food stamps landpublications.com 4510 or at nsizemore

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Italian Job TMC Freako... Laurence Fishburne, Mimi Ferrer. Russo, Mel Gibson. Action) Halle Berry, Pierce Brosnan. Saturday, January 5, 2013 Classified Harlan Daily Enterprise Page — 9 ANIMALS Yard Sale Land (Acreage) Houses For Rent Help Wanted- General INSIDE YARD SALE: Baileys LAND FOR SALE at Cawood 3 BR TRAILER FOR RENT: at Pets Creek Holiness Church, Sat- and 4 BR house in Loyall, 2 Cawood. HUD approved. Call urday, January 5, 10 a.m.-? lots in Loyall for rent or sale. 573-8395, 273-6131. Harlan Health & Rehabilitation Center DOG GROOMING Many items. 505-9411 or 505- 573-1027 or 273-4069. FOR RENT: Nice 2 BR Trailer, Keith 7184 for more information. Wallins, $350 month. Call cell 606-909-0975 REAL ESTATE RENTALS 273-1565, home 664-3485. has an outstanding career opportunity REAL ESTATE SALES TRAILER FOR RENT: 3 BR at Grays Knob. $350 month + de- for a Social Service Director/Admissions posit. 671-7131 or 505-6226. Coordinator. We are looking for a dedicated, Notices Help Wanted- General caring individual who wants to make a diff erence in long term care. Requirements: HARLAN HEALTH & BS in Social Work or related fi eld, good REHABILITATION CENTER communication and interpersonal skills. Openings for Certifi ed Nurse Aide Excellent growth opportunity within a well Looking for a helping hand. Harlan Health & Rehabilitation Center is established company, competitive salary and Benchmark Family Services would like to looking for caring Certifi ed Nurse Aids who invite you to become a FOSTER PARENT. are committed to providing quality care. benefi ts with 401K retirement plan. Apply in person at Harlan Health & Rehabilitation Th ere are children that need Join our team and make a diff erence compassion, understanding, Center, 200 Medical Center Drive, Harlan, KY. encouragement, and love. Th ey need in someone’s life today Equal Opportunity Employer. safety and security. If you feel you are those families, please call. Please apply in person at: 200 Medical Center Drive, Harlan, KY 606-526-6992 or toll free Legals 866-526-6992 Equal Opportunity Employer. NOTICE OF BOND RELEASE In accordance with the provisions of KRS 350 notice is hereby Help Wanted- General Legals given that Debra Lynn Coals, Inc. 111 Mill Creek Road, Pathfork, KY 40863 Intends to apply for a phase I bond release on permit number 848-0212, Increments 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, and 13 which HARLAN HEALTH & was last issued on 09-12-2008. The application covers an area of approximately 175.38 acres located 0.70 miles south of the THE CITY OF EVARTS community of Liggett in Harlan County. REHABILITATION CENTER The permit area is approximately 6.0 miles southwest from KY will be accepting sealed bids for a new 72’s junction with US 421 and located along Catrons Creek and is looking for a friendly, conscientious, Upper Double Branch. The latitude is 36o-44’-58”. The longitude metal roof to be placed on Evarts City Hall, is 83o-20’-38”. The Permit area is located on the Harlan/Rose detail-oriented Maintenance Supervisor. Hill U.S.G.S. 7-1/2 minute quadrangle map. The total surety bonds currently in effect for these increments Must have an accommodating attitude, beginning 8 am Monday, January 7, 2013- are: Increment No. 6 $36,500.00 ability to contribute as a team member, Tuesday, January 15, 2013 -4:30pm. The bids Increment No. 7 $30,700.00 Increment No. 9 $18,900.00 and have a sense of pride in a job well will be opened during the Council Meeting Increment No. 10 $28,500.00 Increment No. 11 $40,400.00 done. Knowledge of general maintenance on January 15, 2013. Please include the Increment No. 12 $23,300.00 Increment No. 13 $8,400.00 including various mechanical, electrical Of which approximately 60% is to be included in this application following items in the sealed bid: Name, for Phase I release. and plumbing systems required. Reclamation work thus far performed includes Backfilling grad- Phone number, Proof of Workers Comp. ing, seeding, and mulching. Work was completed on October Knowledge in building codes and safety 2002. Insurance, Proof of Liability Insurance, Written comments, objections, and request for a public hearing or informal conference must be filed with the cabinet at; Director regulations a plus. Come be a part of of the Division of Mine Reclamation and Enforcement, # 2 Hud- Material Price, Labor Price. The City of Evarts son Hollow Complex Frankfort, Kentucky, 40601, by February our team and be rewarded for your high 25, 2013. reserves the right to accept or reject any and A public hearing on application has been scheduled for February quality work. Please apply in person at 200 26, 2013 @ 9:00 a.m. at the Department for Mine Reclamation all bids. If you have any questions please and Enforcement’s Middlesboro Regional Office, 1804 Cumber- Medical Center Drive, Harlan, Kentucky land Avenue, Middlesboro, Kentucky 40965. The hearing contact Christy at Evarts City Hall. 837-2477 Will be cancelled if no request for a hearing or informal confer- EOE ence is received by February 25, 2013. Martian rock from Sahara

Harlan County Outdoors will be published once each month in the Harlan Daily Enterprise and will feature desert unlike others information on fishing, hunting, ATVs and other outdoor Alicia Chang study published online Antarctica or the Sahara. amount released during activities in the area. AP Science Writer Thursday in the journal The oldest dates back 4.5 heating was small — The Enterprise invites everyone to bring in photos to Science. billion years to a time 6,000 parts per million be included in future issues. Photos may be emailed or LOS ANGELES — Most space rocks that when Mars was warmer — it was still much more dropped by the Enterprise office during regular business Scientists are abuzz fall to Earth as meteorites and wetter. About half a than other Martian mete- hours (8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.). about a coal-colored rock come from the asteroid dozen Martian meteor- orites. Scientists said from Mars that landed in Photos should be of good quality and include the belt, but a number can be ites are 1.3 billion years this suggested there was names of the people in the photo and where the photo the Sahara desert: A year- traced to the moon and old and the rest are 600 interaction with water was taken as well as a brief description, if desired. long analysis revealed it’s Mars. million years or younger. near the surface during a The Enterprise also would like to feature outstanding quite different from other Scientists believe an The latest meteorite time when the planet was Martian meteorites. asteroid or some other NWA 7034 — nicknamed mostly dry and dusty. local fishermen and hunters or any type of outdoor ac- Not only is it older large object struck Mars, “Black Beauty”— was More tests are under tivities/events in future issues. than most, it also con- dislodging rocks and donated to the University way to determine how Any suggestions can be sent to Bethany Moore, Edito- tains more water, tests sending them into space. of New Mexico by an long the rock floated in rial Clerk, at [email protected] or by showed. The baseball- Occasionally, some plum- American who bought it space and how long it calling the office at 573-4510. size meteorite, estimated to be 2 billion years old, met through Earth’s from a Moroccan meteor- had been sitting in the is strikingly similar to the atmosphere. ite dealer last year. Sahara. volcanic rocks examined Short of sending a Researchers performed University of Alberta on the Martian surface by spacecraft or astronaut a battery of tests on the meteorite expert Chris ‘McDreamy’ says the NASA rovers Spirit to the red planet to haul meteorite and based on Herd said the find was and Opportunity, which back rocks, Martian its chemical signature welcome since most found water-bearing min- meteorites are the next confirmed that it was Martian rocks that rain on he beat Starbucks erals. best thing for scientists blasted to Earth from Earth tend to be younger. “Here we have a piece seeking to better under- Mars. At 2.1 billion years And the latest find does of Mars that I can hold stand how Earth’s neigh- old, it’s the second-oldest not appear to be too con- for coffee chain bor transformed from a known Martian meteorite taminated, he said. in my hands. That’s really SEATTLE (AP) — said it’s in a “back-up” posi- tropical environment to a that formed from a volca- “It’s fairly fresh. It exciting,” said Carl Agee, “Grey’s Anatomy” star tion” to buy 25 of the 47 frigid desert. director of the Institute nic eruption. hasn’t been subjected to a Patrick Dempsey may be Tully’s cafes, with another of Meteoritics and cura- About 65 Martian There’s also evidence whole lot of weathering,” the real “McSteamy.” undisclosed bidder making tor at the University of rocks have been recov- that it was altered by said Herd, who had no The actor, who was an offer for the remainder. New Mexico who led the ered on Earth, mostly in water. Though the role in the research. dubbed “McDreamy” by The combined bids of fans of the hospital drama Starbucks and the undis- while his co-star affec- closed bidder come to Gov. Beshear less than optimistic on gambling tionately has been called $10.6 million, above the “McSteamy,” won a bank- $9.2 million Dempsey is Roger Alford Democrat had been hope- that, knowing they may starts with lawmakers ruptcy auction to buy offering to pay through his Associated Press ful that the retirement of face disapproving con- who have to approve a Tully’s Coffee, a small cof- company. Senate President David stituents in future elec- proposed amendment, fee chain based in Seattle. Tully’s Coffee, which has FRANKFORT — After Williams, the Republican tions. which would be placed Among those Dempsey more than 500 employ- years of pushing to legal- who had been seen as Proponents have said on the ballot for voters beat out is Tully’s much ees and locations in ize casino-style gambling the main roadblock to Kentucky could collect to decide. bigger Seattle neighbor, Washington and California, in Kentucky, Gov. Steve legalizing casinos, would more than $250 million “I have concluded from Starbucks Corp., which filed for Chapter 11 Beshear sounds less improve the chances in one-time license fees our experience to date wanted to convert the cafes bankruptcy protection in than optimistic just days amending the state by allowing casinos to that the amendment to its own brand. October, citing lease obli- before the start of the constitution to legal- open. Taxing them, they that would have the best Dempsey, whose com- gations and underperform- next legislative session. ize gambling. Williams contend, could generate chance of success would pany Global Baristas LLC ing stores. “I’m in conversations resigned late last year more than $350 million be a fairly simple amend- plans to keep the Tully’s TC Global Inc., its par- with legislators about the when Beshear appointed a year for government ment that just authorizes name, declared victory ent company, said in a expanded gaming issue him as a circuit judge in programs and services. expanded gaming in the on the social media site release Friday that it was to see what, if anything, southern Kentucky. Beshear has argued for state, perhaps limiting it Twitter with the message: “encouraged and excited” might be possible dur- His departure, howev- years that Kentucky is to a certain number of “We met the green mon- about Dempsey’s commit- ing the upcoming ses- er, doesn’t appear to have losing hundreds of mil- locations,” Beshear said. ster, looked her in the eye, ment to the chain. sion,” Beshear told The significantly improved lions of dollars a year to “The efforts we have and…SHE BLINKED! We “I’m thrilled that we Associated Press in an the odds of passing a neighboring states that made up to now have got it! Thank you Seattle! won and I’m even more interview this week. gambling amendment in already have casinos. He been to tie the casinos to But Starbucks says not excited about saving “We’re faced with a short the Bible Belt state. said Kentucky needs to the race tracks, and that’s so fast. The chain, which Tully’s Coffee and its hun- session and a lot of tough Despite a long history legalize casinos so that created a lot of opposi- has 18,000 cafes world- dreds of jobs,” Dempsey issues, and that may of wagering on horses, money can be kept in the tion from folks who say wide, said in a statement said. Seattle has a special affect people’s thinking Kentucky has never state. they’re for expanded that a final determination place in Dempsey’s career about what we should do allowed casinos. And The process for gaming but they don’t on the winning bid won’t — “Grey’s Anatomy” took on that issue.” many lawmakers have changing the constitu- want to give the race be made until a court hear- place in a fictional hospital The second-term been reluctant to change tion to allow gambling tracks a monopoly.” ing on Jan. 11. Starbucks in the city. Saturday, Saturday January, January 5, 2013 5, 2013 COMICS/ENTERTAINMENT Page 10 — Harlan Daily Enterprise

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A.M.E. ZION Pastor, Ira Clark • 837-2829 Middleton Addition, Evarts, KY Pastor, Mae Bailey • 848-2620 METHODIST 169 Mosley Lane, Baxter, KY 40806 GOODE TEMPLE A.M.E. ZION CLOVER FORK Pastor, Rev. Larry Parker CHURCH OF GOD BAXTER UNITED Branch President, Sam Gilbert BAPTIST CHURCH Sunday Services: 11 AM & 6 PM OF THE FREE PEOPLE Sunday Service: 10 a.m. 280 Liberty Street, Lynch, KY METHODIST CHURCH TRIUMPH THE CHURCH AND Holmes Mill, KY Awana: Wednesdays 6:30 PM Fairview, Harlan, KY Rev. Sandra Jones • 848-5627 Hwy. 119 Sookie Ridge, Harlan, KY KINGDOM OF GOD IN CHRIST Pastor, Mike Blair • 837-3131 Pastor, Vonny Jones • 573-1053 ASSEMBLIES OF GOD Pastor, Kyle Burnett • 573-9347 Clutt s Section, Cumberland, KY Sunday Services: 10 AM & 7 PM CATHOLIC Sunday Services: 10:30 AM & 7:30 PM Sunday Services: 10 AM & 6 PM FIRST ASSEMBLY COXTON BAPTIST CHURCH COLDIRON CHURCH OF GOD Pastor, K.L. Newman • 848-2678 Baxter, KY HOLY TRINITY CHURCH Wednesday: 6:00 PM Coxton, KY • Pastor, Donnie Adkisson Coldiron, KY BENHAM UNITED Pastor, Charles Asher • 558-3535 2536 S. U.S. Hwy. 421, Harlan, KY Sunday Services: 11 AM & 6 PM Pastor, Jack Carmical • 664-2680 METHODIST CHURCH Sunday Services: 10 AM & 6:30 PM Marjorie Grieshop • 573-6311 PENTECOSTAL CUMBERLAND MISSIONARY COLDIRON PENTECOSTAL Central St., Benham, KY NEW LIFE ASSEMBLY OF GOD BAPTIST CHURCH Fr. M. George, CM• 859-5616 CHURCH OF GOD BLACK STAR PENTECOSTAL Lay Hill, Tremont , KY Sunday Service: 9:45 AM Pastor, Jody VanSickle• 848-2052 CHURCH Pastor, Dennis Williams Pastor, Charles Blanton • 664-3621 CRANKS CREEK UNITED Pastors, Eddie & Linda Estep SAINT STEPHEN’S CHURCH 408 Spring Street, Cumberland, KY Sunday Service: 6 PM METHODIST CHURCH 8 miles on Hwy. 72, east at Black Star 848-3570 304 Central Street Cumberland, KY CLOSPLINT CHURCH OF GOD Pastor, Rev. J.C. Craig • 664-3141 Sunday Services: 11 AM & 6 PM Fr. M. George, CM• 589-5616 Pastor, C. Robert Landis Sunday Services: 11 AM DIONE MISSIONARY Closplint, KY Sunday Services: 11 AM & 6 PM THE KING’S CHAPEL Services: June-October Sat. 5:30pm Sunday Services: 9:45 AM BAPTIST CHURCH Pastor, Frank Howard • 837-3049 CUMBERLAND PENTECOSTAL CHURCH ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH OF THE RESURRECTION CUMBERLAND UNITED Cumberland, KY Sunday Services: 10 AM & 6 PM METHODIST CHURCH Victory Rd., Cumberland, KY Lejunior, KY Church Street Lynch, KY COXTON FAITH TABERNACLE Pastors, Michael & Barbara Blair Pastor, Luke Day • 589-2336 Fr. M. George, CM• 589-5616 102 Frazier Street, Cumberland, KY Pastor, Janice Fulkerson • 837-2811 Sunday Services: 11 AM & 7 PM Stan Nicely, Pastor • 837-8014 589-4011 Sunday Services: 10 AM & 6:30 PM Sunday Service: 12:00 noon Pastor, Jody VanSickle • 589-4609 www.cumberlandpentecostalchurch.org EVARTS BAPTIST CHURCH Sunday Services: 10 AM & 7 PM Sunday Services: 11 AM & 7 PM Sunday Services: 11 AM & 7 PM BAPTIST Evarts, KY CUMBERLAND CHURCH OF GOD EVARTS CONGREGATIONAL FIRST PENTECOSTAL BLAIR CHAPEL CHURCH Pastor, Rev. Larry White CHRISTIAN 503 Jackson St., Cumberland, KY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH CHURCH CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP Blair, KY FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH Pastor, Ronnie Doyle Main St., Evarts, KY Loyall, KY • Pastor, Clark Stanton CHURCH Pastor, Rev. Rod Raleigh • 848-2046 Baxter, KY 573-3461 Pastor, Rev. David W. Gross • 837-3228 Sunday Services: Sunday Services: 10 AM & 11 AM Pastor, Dallas Messer Verda, KY DRESSIN CHURCH OF GOD Sunday Services: 10 AM & 6 PM BLEDSOE BAPTIST CHURCH Sunday Services: 11 AM & 6:30 PM Pastor, Ernest Cox • 837-8632 Pastor, Mark Speakman • 573-5621 9:30 AM & 6 PM, Wed: 6:30 PM FIRST PENTECOSTAL Bledsoe, KY FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH Sunday Services: 11:15 AM & 6 PM Sunday Services: 11 AM & 6 PM HARLAN UNITED CHURCH OF GOD Pastor, John Baughman • 558-5132 Loyall, KY COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN CENTER EVARTS CHURCH OF GOD METHODIST CHURCH Sunday Service: 6 PM Sunday Services: 11 AM & 7 PM Pastors, Dr. Roy Lucas • 573-2710 186 West Main Street 154 South Main Street, Evarts, KY 201 East Mound Street, Harlan, KY Rev. Wade Johnson • 664-7037 ELCOMB BAPTIST CHURCH Sunday Services: 10:55 AM & 6 PM Lynch, KY 40855 • Pastor, Joe Jenkins Pastor, Buddy Simpson • 664-7359 FIRST PENTECOSTAL Pastor, Kyle Burnett e • (606) 573-1464 CHURCH OF WALLINS Elcomb, KY FOUR MILE MISSIONARY Sunday Service: 11 a.m. Sunday Services: 10 AM & 6 PM Sunday School 10:00 AM FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH Pastor, Joshua Hensley • 573-3524 CHURCH FIRST CHURCH OF GOD Worship 11:00 AM & 6:00 PM P.O. Box 72, Wallins, KY FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH Keith, KY 110 Freeman Street, Cumberland, KY Sunny Acres, Harlan, KY LOYALL UNITED For Information 664-2154 North Main Street, Harlan, KY Pastor, Edmond E. Gross Sr. Pastor, Nathan Crowe • 589-2713 Pastor, James Blair METHODIST CHURCH Wed 7 PM • Sun 10 AM & 6 PM GREEN HILL PENTECOSTAL CHURCH Pastor, C.A. Hall FRIENDSHIP BAPTIST CHURCH Sunday Services: 11 AM & 6 PM GULSTON CHURCH OF GOD Wilkerson St., Loyall, KY HARLAN CHRISTIAN 573-4870 or 615-522-1727 Cawood, KY Pastor, John Lundy Pastor, Arnold Hammons • 573-2007 Pastor Hubert Saylor DISCIPLES OF CHRIST CHURCH Sunday Services: 10 AM & 11 PM Pastor, Gary Craig Sr. • 573-1758 Gulston, KY Sunday Services: 10:45 AM & 6 PM Sunday School 10 AM Sunday Evening 6 PM GILLIAM CHAPEL BAPTIST CHURCH Sunday Services: 11 AM & 6 PM First and Clover Streets, Harlan, KY HARLAN SUNSHINE LYNCH UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Th ursday 7 PM Clutt s Section, Cumberland, KY HARLAN BAPTIST CHURCH Pastor, Charles B. Morris • 573-1314 CHURCH OF GOD 606-573-7470 Lynch, KY • Pastor, Hugh Webb HIRAM FREE PENTECOSTAL John Monhollen, Pastor • 848-2932 Main and Mound Streets, Harlan, KY Sunday Services: 10:30 AM & 6 PM 505 Hwy. 3459, Harlan, KY 848-2907 PANSY CHRISTIAN CHURCH CHURCH Johnathan Monhollen, Asst. Pastor • 848-0045 Pastor, Brandon Pugh • 573-4904 • 573-4909 Pastor, Nick W. Noe • 573-7131 Sunday Service: 11:15 AM Sunday Services: 10 AM & 6:30 PM Sunday School 9:30 AM Worhsip 10:35 AM Mary Alice, KY • Sunday Services: 10 AM & 11 AM MARY HELEN UNITED Hiram, KY GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH Sunday Services: 6 PM Sunday Service: 10 A.M. & 6 P.M. KENVIR MOUNTAIN ASSEMBLY METHODIST CHURCH Pastor, Bill Combs Hwy. 221, Bledsoe, KY www.harlanbaptist.com Wednesday Service: 6 P.M. CHURCH OF GOD 589-4987 Ky. 990, Coalgood, KY HOLMES MILL PENTECOSTAL Pastor, Larry Toner • 558-3333 HUFF SETTLEMENT CHURCH Phone: (606)262-4308 Kenvir, KY • Pastor, Ancil Vanover Pastor, C. Robert Landis • 573-5221 GREATER MT. SINAI Hwy. 38, Holmes Mill, KY WALLINS CHRISTIAN CHURCH LITTLE SHEPHERD TRAIL HOLINESS CHURCH Sunday Services: 11 AM & 6 PM Closplint, KY BAPTIST CHURCH Pastor, Ralph Whitaker 1000 Hwy. 219, Wallins, KY CHURCH OF GOD WALLINS UNITED 409 First Street, Lynch, KY • 848-5580 Sunday Services: 10 AM & 7 PM 664-0544 • Pastor, Obie Clark U.S. Hwy. 421 • Mac’s Rescue Mission Sat & Sun Services: 7:00 METHODIST CHURCH Sunday Services: 10 AM Pastor, Rev. Ronnie Hampton JONES CREEK BAPTIST CHURCH Sunday Services: 11 AM & 6 PM 573-2216 • Pastor, Mary R. McMurray Wallins, KY Pastor, Greg Eldridge • 837-2744 Sunday Services: 9:30 AM & 11 AM Jones Creek, KY Chaplin: Joel McMurray Pastor, David Gross HOUSE OF MERCY CHURCH IMMANUEL BAPTIST CHURCH Sunday Services: 10 AM & 7 PM CHURCH OF CHRIST LOYALL CHURCH OF GOD 664-7705 Wallins, KY KELLY STREET BAPTIST CHURCH Teetersville, KY CHURCH OF CHRIST Rev. Billy Owens, Pastor Sunday Services: Pastor, Darlene Roberts • 664-2920 Pastor, Arnold Martin • 573-6839 Harlan, KY - parkerspreaching.com 573-0558 Creech Avenue, Cumberland, KY 11 AM & 5 PM Wednesday Services: 5:30, 6:00 & 7:00 LIGHTHOUSE Pastor, Paul White • 573-4704 Sunday School: 10 AM CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST Sunday Services: 10 AM & 11:15 BAPTIST MINISTRY Sunday Services: 11 AM & 6 PM Sunday Night: 6 PM NAZARENE Baxter, KY JESSE’S CREEK COMMUNITY Evarts, KY LENARUE MISSIONARY Wednesday: 7:00 PM CUMBERLAND CHURCH CHURCH BAPTIST CHURCH Pastor, Pete Rowe LYNCH CHURCH OF GOD OF THE NAZARENE Pastor, Alfred Lamb Jr. • 837-2249 CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST Coldiron, KY • Pastor, Jeremy Blevins LYNCH FIRST BAPTIST Lenarue, KY 547 E. Main St., Lynch, KY 3rd Avenue, Cumberland, KY Shields, KY Sunday Services: 10:30 AM & 6 PM CHURCH Pastor: Joe Howard Pastor Marshal Rainey • 848-2600 Pastor, Dillard Stanley •589-2742 LEWIS CREEK Pastor, Bruce Helton • 837-2689 HARLAN NAZARENE CHURCH Main Street, Lynch, KY Sunday Services: 11 AM & 6 PM CLOVER STREET Sunday Services: 10 AM & 6:30 PM PENTECOSTAL CHURCH LIGGETT BAPTIST CHURCH NEW BEGINNING PENTECOSTAL Airport Road, Baxter, KY Pastor, J.H. West CHURCH OF CHRIST Partridge, KY MACEDONIA Liggett , KY CHURCH OF GOD Rev., Wayne Curry • 573-3840 Harlan, KY Pastor, Ron Oplinger • 589-6125 BAPTIST CHURCH Pastor: Sean Daniels • 574-1203 Coxton, KY • Pastor, Jerry Kinney Harlan 573-1887 LIBERTY Pride Terrace, Cumberland, KY Sunday Services 11 AM & 7 PM Sunday Service: 10 AM & 6 PM OTHER PENTECOSTAL CHURCH Sunday Service: 11 AM NEW HOPE CHURCH OF GOD Pastor, Robert L. Henry • 589-5118 Wednesday Bible Study 7 PM HARLAN CHURCH OF CHRIST BLOOD BOUGHT CHURCH Molus, KY • 664-2547 MOUNT OLIVE LOCUST GROVE MISSIONARY S. Main St., Harlan, KY Harlan, KY 117 N. Main Street, Harlan, KY Sunday Services: 10 AM & 6 PM BAPTIST CHURCH BAPTIST CHURCH Pastor, Steve Kirkland Pastor, Lee Sergent Pastor, William Baker Th ursday: 7 PM Clovertown, KY Hwy. 215, Dizney, KY RIVERRIDGE CHURCH OF GOD 573-4450 • 573-7289 Sunday Service: 6 PM LIGHTHOUSE PENTECOSTAL Pastor, W. M. Garlington • 573-1897 Pastor: Dax Taulbee Pastor, Martin Bledsoe • 837-2551 Sunday Services: 10:30 & 6 PM CHRIST OF THE CUMBERLAND CHURCH Sunday Services: 11 AM Home 837-0000 120 Tyree, Evarts, KY LUTHERAN CHURCH 421 North at 15 Mile Marker POOR FORK OLD REGULAR LOYALL CHURCH OF CHRIST Sunday Services: 11 AM & 6:30 PM Saturday Services: 6:30 PM 190 Forge Ridge Rd., Harrogate, TN Before Rosspoint • Pastor, Wade Smith BAPTIST CHURCH NEW RIVERSIDE BAPTIST 501 Wilkerson Street, Loyall, KY TEETERSVILLE CHURCH OF GOD Pastor, Greg Carter Pastor, Arthur F.C. Avery 573-9165 • Sunday Service: 1 PM Spring Avenue, Cumberland, KY CHURCH Pastor, Mitchell Brock • 573-4197 573-5315 • 573-6865 1-423-869-4359 • 1-423-869-5934 LIVING WATERS MINISTRIES Moderator, Elder Jim Fields Smith, KY Sunday Services: 6:00 PM Sunday Service: 9:30 AM & 10:30 PM MISSION RISING STAR Sunday Services: 11 AM & 6 PM THE CHURCH OF GOD Pastor, Josh Hensley MOUNTAIN VIEW CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD 213 Moore Street, Clutt s, KY BAPTIST CHURCH NORTH EVARTS BAPTIST OF THE UNION ASSEMBLY CHURCH OF CHRIST Baxter, KY • Pastor, Homer Browning Pastor, Pete Ashby • 633-9229 Church Street, Benham, KY CHURCH 1820 S. U.S. Hwy. 119, Baxter, KY Putney, KY • 573-9633 Co-Pastor, Terry Taylor Sunday Services: 11 AM & 7 PM Pastor, Th omas Simmons • 848-2114 Evarts, KY Pastor: Charlon Braff ord • 574-9237 Stephen Foster, Minister Saturday Service: 6 PM LOUELLEN PENTECOSTAL Sunday Services: 11 AM Pastor, David Napier • 837-8353 Asst. Pastor: Sonny Jones • 269-6836 Chris Hall, Minister COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN CENTER CHURCH (Meets 2nd & 4th Sunday of each month) PANSY BAPTIST CHURCH Sunday Services: 10:45 AM & 6 PM Sunday Bible Study: 9:30 AM 186 West Main Street Hwy. 38 • Pastor, Clyde Addington RIVERSIDE BAPTIST CHURCH Gulston, KY TOTZ CHURCH OF GOD Sunday Worship: 10:30 AM Lynch, KY 40855 • Pastor, Joe Jenkins MOLUS PENTECOSTAL CHURCH 811 Dayhoit Drive- Dayhoit, KY Pastor, Bobby Joe Rouse Totz, KY • Pastor, Mark Turner Wednesday Bible Study: 6:30 PM Sunday Service: 11 a.m. Hwy. 119, Molus, KY Pastor, Dennis Johnson • 606-664-0332 PINE FLAT BAPTIST CHURCH 606-573-5983 CORNERSTONE COMMUNITY Pastor, Ray Stepp • 664-3174 SAND HILL POOR FORK Hwy. 119, Tremont, KY CHURCH OF CHRIST Sunday Services: 10 AM & 6 PM CHURCH NEW COVENANCE BAPTIST CHURCH Pastor, Gary Craig, Jr. EPISCOPAL Next To Rosspoint School 277 South Hwy. 413, Baxter, KY COMMUNITY CHURCH Sand Hill, Cumberland, KY Transportation: 573-9408 CHRIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH On Hwy. 522, Rosspoint, KY Pastor, Jeff Mills • 573-5181 49 Johnson Drive, Cawood, KY Pastor, Herbert Lewis • 589-6103 PUTNEY MISSIONARY Williams and Central Streets Pastor, James Forrester • 573-4687 Sunday Services: 10:30 AM & 6:30 PM Pastor, John C. Carter III • 573-4209 Sunday Services: 10 AM & 6 PM BAPTIST CHURCH Harlan, KY • Rev. Robert Coke McClure Sunday Services: FAITH TABERNACLE CHURCH Sunday Services: 10 AM, 11 AM & 6 PM TUGGLESVILLE Putney, KY 573-4210 • Sunday Service: 11 AM Stanfi ll, KY SHIELDS PENTECOSTAL CHURCH BAPTIST CHURCH 11 AM & 5:30 PM EVANGELICAL Sunday School: 10:00 AM ROSSPOINT Pastor, Ronnie Brock • 664-5158 Shields, KY • Pastor, James Sanders WESLEY EVANGELICAL CHURCH Hulen, KY Sunday Morning Service 11:00 AM CHURCH OF CHRIST Wed & Sun 7:00 PM 837-2437 Pastor, Jeff Craig Sunday Night Service 6:00 PM Baxter, KY Rosspoint, KY • Pastor, Harry Coultas Sunday School 10:30 AM SMITH FULL GOSPEL CHURCH Sunday Services: 10 AM & 6 PM Wednesday Service: 6:00 PM Pastor Harold Miller • 621-0269 574-0094 GRAYS KNOB BIBLE CHURCH U.S. Hwy. 987 (6 mile marker) UNION BAPTIST CHURCH RED BUD MISSIONARY CHURCH Sunday Services: 11 AM & 6 PM Sunday Services: 11 AM & 6 PM Hwy 421, Grays Knob, Harlan, KY (606) 573-9202 Verda, KY Red Bud, KY • 837-4510 TEETERSVILLE Pastor, James Pope • 573-3089 www.smithfullgospelchurch.com RIVER RIDGE Pastor, Darryl Washington CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST FULL GOSPEL HARVEST WORSHIP CENTER Pastor, Rev. Ernest Hensley Sunday Services: 11:30 AM & 7 PM BAPTIST CHURCH 113 North Main Street, Harlan, KY Sunday Services: 10 AM & 6 PM VICTORY BAPTIST CHURCH Teetersville, KY • Pastor, Mike Brock BUNCH STREET FULL GOSPEL Evarts, KY CHURCH Down from Area Bank (now BB&T) TRI-CITY PENTECOSTAL CHURCH Hwy. 38, Evarts, KY RIVERSIDE BAPTIST CHURCH Sunday Service: 6:30 PM ROSSPOINT CHURCH OF CHRIST Pathfork, KY • Pastor, Rev. Green Saylor Pastor, Roland “Bo” Lee • 573-8874 Cumberland, KY Pastor, Rodney Freeman Dayhoit, KY Sunday Services: 11:15 AM Pastor, Billy Lewis • 848-3524 Assistant Pastor, Bill (Chic) Kelly SUNSHINE BAPTIST CHURCH 118 Hensley Drive, Baxter, KY 664-7912 • Sunday Service: 7 PM Sunday school 10:00 am KILDAV COMMUNITY CHURCH HOUSE OF PRAYER Sunday Services: 11 AM & 7 PM 837-8441 623 Perkins Hill Rd. Sunday Morning worship 11:00 am Hwy. 219 S., Twila, Wallins, KY TRINITY HOLINESS TABERNACLE Sunday Services: 10 AM & 6:30 PM Pastor, Jonathan Grills Kildav, KY • Pastor, Richard Ledford Sunday and Wednesday Bible Study 5:00pm 837-9482 • Sunday Service: 7 PM Sunday Services: 10 AM & 6 PM Hiram, KY • Pastor, Billy Conn SOUTHERN BAPTIST Sunday Services: 11 AM & 6:30 PM Pastor: Terry L. Taylor 606-633-9217 TEETERSVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH Minister, Harry K.Coultas KENTENIA FULL GOSPEL CHURCH AGES BAPTIST CHURCH 574-0094 HOUSE OF PRAYER VICTORY PENTECOSTAL CHURCH Hwy. 72, Catrons Creek Road 2911 Hwy. 219, Wallins, KY Ages, KY Pastor, Ed Houston • 664-0430 344 Bigelow Road, Bledsoe, KY Pastor, Carmon Lewis • 589-9216 Pastor, James Burkhart • 664-2162 Pastor, Roger Jordan • 574-0449 CHURCH OF GOD Pastor,McClellan Tolliver • 558-3274 Sunday Services: 10:30 AM & 7 PM TOTZ MISSIONARY BAPTIST E-mail: churchoffi ce@ BLACK MOUNTAIN AGES MOUNTAIN ASSEMBLY kenteniafullgospelchurch.org Friday 7 PM PRESBYTERIAN BAPTIST CHURCH CHURCH CHURCH OF GOD HOUSE OF YAHWEH Hwy. 522, Totz, KY Web site: www.kenteniafullgospelchurch.org CAWOOD PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Kenvir, KY Ages, KY • Pastor, Donnie W. Harrison Sunday Services: 10 AM & 6 PM Tazewell, TN • Pastor, Eugene Johnson Pastor, John Lutt rell Sunday Services: 10:15 AM & 7 PM 423-626-6591 • Saturday Service: 1 PM 573-5916 Pastor, Jim Clem HOLINESS FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Sunday Services: 11 AM & 6:30 PM Sunday Services: 10 AM & 7 PM CAWOOD CHURCH OF GOD JONES CREEK CHURCH BRITTAIN’S CREEK TURNER BAPTIST CHURCH U.S. 421 S., Cawood, KY FAITH HOLINESS CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD 306 East Clover Street, Harlan, KY BAPTIST CHURCH Verda, KY • Pastor, Jerry Kirby Bishop Eric Richardson • 573-3943 Pastor, Spencer Burkhart Smith Jones Creek, KY Sunday Service: 10:45 AM VERDA FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH Kenvir, KY CHURCH OF GOD 573-2642 837-8440 PANSY CHRISTIAN CHURCH Pastor, Don Johnson • 837-2801 Verda, KY Grays Knob, KY Sunday Services: 10 AM & 6:30 PM Sunday Services: 10 AM & 7 PM Pastor, Caleb Baker Pastor, Danny McCreary • 837-3887 Pastor, Don Smith • 573-7507 INSULL HOLINESS CHURCH LITTLE LAUREL BIBLE CHURCH Sunday 10am • 5pm Sunday Services: 10 AM & 6:30 PM CHURCH OF GOD GOSPEL CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH Sunday Services: 10 AM & 7 PM Located Between Blackmont & Pathfork Pastor, Rev. Titus Boggs Wednesday 6pm WALLINS BAPTIST CHURCH ASSEMBLY Sunday Services: 11 AM Loyall, KY Insull, KY 877 Hwy. 219, Wallins, KY 302 Popular Street NEW ERA MINISTRIES Intern Pastor, Billy Howell Rev. Ronnie Brock, Pastor 216 Hwy. 1084, Baxter, KY Pastor, Freeman Clark • 664-9053 Pastor, Robby Herrington Tuesday Service: 7 p.m 573-1965 CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY Pastor, Ronnie Williams • 573-1915 Sunday Services: 11 AM & 6 PM 606-664-5158. Sunday Services 11 AM & 6 PM Bailey Creek Rd., Evarts, KY OUR HOUSE OF PRAYER CENTRAL BAPTIST CHURCH www.wallinsbaptist.org PATHFORK HOLINESS CHURCH W. CUMBERLAND Pastor, Ricky Allen • 837-8109 Cumberland Avenue, Harlan, KY 118 Central Street, Cumberland, KY Sunday Services: 4 PM & 5 PM Pathfork, KY Sunday Service: 7 PM To BAPTIST CHURCH Pastor, Roger Colinger • 589-2346 CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY Pastor, Everett e Eads • 664-3838 PUTNEY BIBLE CHURCH Sand Hill Section, Cumberland, KY CHEVROLET BAPTIST CHURCH Big Laurel, KY • 837-8470 Sunday Services: 10:15 AM & 7 PM Hwy. 522, Putney, KY Chevrolet, KY Pastor, Adie Dossett Pastor, Clay Goves • 573-7641 WILLOW GROVE BAPTIST Pastor, Rick Allen MENNONITE 606-573-3740 SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH Sunday Service: 6 PM Pastor, Edward Huckleby CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY HARLAN MENNONITE CHURCH Hwy. 38, Lejunior, KY Sookey Ridge, Harlan, KY Sunday Services: 10 AM • 11 AM & 6 PM 113 Union St., Lynch, KY FELLOWSHIP CHURCH Advertise Pastor, Jack Edd Ford • 837-9213 Contact Person, Richard Stoltzfus Pastor, Mykal Ringstaff • 573-6506 CLOSPLINT MISSIONARY Pastor, Charles R. 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60381383 Saturday, January 5, 2013 Religion Page 13 — Harlan Daily Enterprise Groundbreaking Bible reading campaign set Special to the Enterprise readers understand God’s “The Story” Church is becoming a movement story from Genesis to Campaign is a unique bringing wide-ranging The Bible is the best- Revelation and how their program providing up to benefits to local church- selling book in history, own stories intersect 31 weeks of curriculum es. Many have reported but how many people in with God’s. for children, teen and increased community Harlan are actually read- Consisting of 31 chap- adult Sunday school and outreach, increased ing it? ters of carefully-selected up to 31 weeks of corre- A Gallup survey Biblical literacy, congre- scriptures sequenced in sponding sermons. gational growth and a reports the average chronological order, “The When accompanied American household has greater understanding of Story” presents the word by reading through the four Bibles. However, “The Bible is central to our faith, but how God’s story reveals of God in an engaging give-age-related books research by “Pew Forum many people are intimidated by its scope the reasons for the things format, reading like a (The Story, The Story: of Religion and Public that happen in man’s novel. and size. The Story gives us a way to jour- Teen Edition, The Story Life” (2008) found only story. 16 percent of Americans “The Bible is central ney from Genesis to Revelation together for Kids, The Story for to our faith,” said Jeff in 31 weeks so everyone understands Children and The Story Harlan Christian read the Bible each day. Church invites everyone Harlan Christian Noah, pastor of Harlan God’s story and how their story intersects for Little Ones), the Christian Church, “but entire church can be liter- to join them and experi- Church is hoping to with it.” ence “The Story.” Sunday reverse this trend, start- many people are intimi- ally on the same page for dated by its scope and Jeff Noah, Pastor 31 weeks. services begin at 9:30 ing with its own congre- Harlan Christian Church gation. size. ‘The Story’ gives us Harlan Christian a.m. for Sunday School Pastor Jeff Noah a way to journey from Church plans to begin the classes and at 10:30 a.m. believes that “The Story,” Genesis to Revelation story intersects with it.” ize the incredible love experience on Jan. 13. for worship. a Zondervan best-seller, is together in 31 weeks so “I want people in my God has for them and With thousands of For more information, the right tool to increase everyone understands congregation, as well as how their story is found participating churches visit Harlancc.org or Bible literacy, helping God’s story and how their the city of Harlan to real- in His story,” said Noah. nationwide, “The Story” www.thestory.com. Sunday School Lesson: Luke It’s time: What we do matters His Journey — Luke 2:4-6/Luke The reason for Jesus’ birth was also told to the shepherds. The angel disclosed Imagine that tomor- seconds matters a great 24:1-7 it, not in giving Jesus’ name, by telling row morning I deposit deal. We know this. No It may be an odd time to talk vacation. into your bank account preacher behind a pulpit At the same time isn’t this usually when who He was and what He would be. The angel said the baby born would be Savior, $86,400. This money is or columnist at a keyboard the thoughts of a summer getaway begin all yours to do with as has to tell us this. Yet, to invade our minds? Where will we go, Christ and Lord. Even as a newborn this is who Jesus was. He would save people. you please, no strings maybe we do need to be how long will we stay, how will we get attached. Now, not only reminded. there? For this writer the planning and During his days of ministry Jesus said things like, “For the Son of man is come am I going to deposit this Because there is journey are as exciting as the destination. amount into your account always the temptation, as The journey. How often does the jour- to seek and to save that which was lost.” (Luke 19:10) He taught that He came not tomorrow, I’m going to do Frederick Buechner said, ney add to the excitement of the arrival? the same thing every day “To believe that we have The road marks, the experiences, the “to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved.” (John next week. That is a com- all the time in the world, expectations all combine to deepen the bined $604,800 that will whereas the truth of it is end of the journey. 3:17). What is He saving the world from? Eternal death, separation from God, who be waiting for you. we do not…For each of As we venture into the unknown of But I’m not finished. us there comes a point of a new year, this is a good time to go loves the world so much that He gave His one and only Son, “that who- I’m going to make this no return, a point from back to that which is well- daily deposit into your which we no longer have Keeping the Faith known. Not to a past year, soever believeth in him should Ronnie McBrayer not perish, but have everlasting account every day for the life enough left to go back but rather to a time long ago. next year (you are really and start over.” However, the journey we will life.” (John 3:16) today we still have oppor- The angel also called Him using your imagination We seemed to have take will have direct bearing now). At the conclusion celebrated New Year’s tunity. We still have time. on the journey we are presently the Christ. This was the Greek We cannot, then, put word for Messiah. He would of twelve months you will Day 2012 just last week. on. For the next little while have received more than Now that year, with all off until tomorrow, next let’s journey through the life be the one sent from God to week, or next year what deliver men from the penalty of $31.5 million. its promise, joy, heart- of Christ. Now this will not be What if I told you that ache, dread and transi- must and can only be done an exhaustive trek through all their own sinfulness. while there are still sec- And he called Him the Lord, you have in your posses- tion is gone. And before that has been written about the sion, today, something we can catch our breath onds in our banks. life and ministry of Jesus, as the Master of all. He came not The majestic Erma only as a Savior for humanity even more valuable than from the race that was, we given in through the witness $31 million. I wonder if lurch forward into another Bombeck, who cannot be of the Gospel writers. Rather, John Ditty but our ruler; or as John wrote improved upon, provides in the Revelation, the “KING you would believe me. You January and another year. this series will look at selected see, every day that you The real danger for us all a summary on this point. events as told through the pen OF KINGS AND LORD OF She wrote, “I have learned LORDS” (Revelation 19:16). awake to draw air into is to come around twelve of a doctor named Luke. It is in his your lungs, you receive months from now and be that silver tarnishes when account of the life of Christ that the Lord How would He become all these things? it isn’t used, perfume Well, these were not actually something that deposit of sorts, exactly where we were chose to share with the world of Jesus though it’s not measured twelve months ago. turns to alcohol, candles birth in Bethlehem. So you will want that He would become but what Jesus melt in the attic over the already was at His birth. These titles in dollars. It’s measured in Still stuck in a job we to read the Gospel of Luke and become seconds. loathe. Still planning to summer and ideas that are familiar with the map of Christ journey as would take their full affect almost three saved for a dry week often decades later, only a half dozen miles or Every day contains take that big chance, or presented in that Gospel. make that big move. Still become dated. When I am so north of where He was born. Luke 86,400 seconds; every We pick up our journey through the life week more than 600,000; at odds with the long- asked to give an account- shares this story as well: “Jesus called of Jesus in Luke 2:4-6 where the writer and every year more estranged loved one with ing of my life to a higher out with a loud voice, ‘Father, into your records: “So Joseph also went up from the than 31 million. They are whom we hope to one day court, it will be like this: hands I commit my spirit.’ When he had town of Nazareth in Galilee to Judea, to yours to spend as you reconcile. Still tripping ‘So, empty your pockets. said this, he breathed his last.” (Luke Bethlehem the town of David, because he please. The only catch is over the same addiction, What have you got left 23:6) But Luke did not leave us looking belonged to the house and line of David. this: When each day is still trapped in that same of your life? Any dreams on in helplessness nor hopelessness. He He went there to register with Mary, who over, and after each week poisonous relationship, that were unfulfilled? Any wrote on: “On the first day of the week, was pledged to be married to him and passes, and when the cal- still struck in the same unused talent that we gave very early in the morning, the women was expecting a child. While they were endar turns, your “funds” soul-sucking routine. you when you were born took the spices they had prepared and there, the time came for the baby to be expire. They have to be Time is far too short to that you still have left? went to the tomb. They found the stone born.” spent with urgency, for live like this, and deep in Any unsaid compliments rolled away from the tomb, but when they It is here Jesus makes its earthbound tomorrow your account our hearts, we know it. or bits of love that you arrival. However, this is not the first time entered, they did not find the body of the will reset. We know that there is an haven’t spread around?’ we are told that Jesus would be born in Lord Jesus. While they were wondering And because it will unmerciful ruthlessness And, I will answer, ‘I have this town. Some 600 years earlier the about this, suddenly two men in clothes reset, and because we can to time that demands we nothing left to return. I prophet Micah foretold of the Messiah’s that gleamed like lightning stood beside only spend those precious spend what we have – all spent everything you gave birth in Bethlehem. The night Jesus born them. In their fright the women bowed seconds we have today, we have – while today is me. I’m as naked as the an angel sent by God reaffirmed what down with their faces to the ground, but what we do with those still called today. Because day I was born.’” Amen. Micah said when he told the shepherds to the men said to them, “Why do you look go into Bethlehem where “a savior which for the living among the dead? He is not is Christ the Lord” had been born. Again, here; he has risen! Remember how he told this is where Jesus’ earthbound story you, while he was still with you in Galilee: began. But remember that His coming ‘The Son of Man must be delivered into The rise of a new religious America had been the plan even before He said the hands of sinful men, be crucified and the first “let there be” in the opening of on the third day be raised again.’” (Luke Charles C. Haynes fresh definition in our ination in America — Genesis. This is made clear in the closing 24:1-7) First Amendment Center Senior newly minted minority- notably Jews, Catholics scholar book of the Bible which tells of the end This will be the journey we will take. majority nation. and Mormons — will fill The electoral victories both chambers, many in of time and space as we know experience We will travel from the cradle to the cross, Inside the First it: “And all that dwell upon the earth learning all we can along the way. Make of Gabbard and Hirono leadership positions. Amendment commen- are just two of many And let’s not overlook shall worship him, whose names are not the commitment to take this journey as tary: written in the book of life of the Lamb we begin our trek into a new year. See this recent signals that demo- the fact that the current The first Hindu graphic shifts and chang- U.S. Supreme Court is slain from the foundation of the world.” as a chance to look back and learn so you elected to the House of (Revelation 13:8, italics added) can look forward in hope. ing attitudes are rapidly made up of six Catholic Representatives, Tulsi transforming America’s and three Jewish justices Gabbard of Hawaii, has increasingly crowded and — another first — taken the oath of office public square. no Protestant. — and she has chosen Consider, for example, Not surprisingly, there to place her hand on the that for the first time has been some backlash Mission team donates toboggans Bhagavad Gita, a sacred in our history, none of and resentment from text of her tradition. the presidential or vice those who don’t like the Meanwhile, the woman presidential candidates changing religious face of she replaces in Congress, of either major party was America — or who fear Mazie Hirono, will be a white Protestant. a falling away from the sworn in as the first Even more remarkable, “Christian nation” they Buddhist elected to the the Mormon candidate believe we are intended U.S. Senate. not only received nearly to be. Welcome to the new half of the popular vote, In 2012, American religious America. but Mitt Romney was Muslims continued to Religious diversity, of also supported in large be prime targets of both course, has long been numbers by evangelical resentment and fear with part of the American voters who polls previ- debates in many state landscape. But in 2012, ously told us would not legislatures over anti- religious minorities vote for a Mormon. Shariah bills and pro- became newly visible Religious affiliation tests in many communi- and vocal in a society (or lack thereof) is still ties over the building of historically dominated by a factor in public life. mosques. the symbols, values and But the level of voter The most tragic leaders of the Protestant acceptance of candidates religious-bias incident faith. affiliated with histori- occurred on Aug. 6 Now that Protestants cally unelectable faiths is when a white suprema- are no longer in the growing. cist gunman attacked a Cumberland Elementary School students in kindergarten, first and second grades recently majority — as reported When Congress con- Sikh temple in Wisconsin received hand crocheted toboggans from Ivey Baptist Church, Ivey, Ga. This mission team also in a study released by the venes in January, signifi- (perhaps in the mistak- donated food to the Cumberland Elementary School’s Family Resource and Youth Services Center Pew Forum in October cant numbers of politi- en belief that Sikhs are for the weekend backpack program, and helped with angel tree gifts. — even the term “reli- cians from groups with Muslims), killing six and gious minority” will need long histories of discrim- wounding four. Page 14 — Harlan Daily Enterprise Pets Saturday, January 5, 2013 Ways pets could improve Cold weather care for pets When temperatures dog house that is too ing. If going outdoors to gauge its surroundings. Provide extra food and drop, humans are not large will not retain heat, a vet appointment, use a It is best to keep dogs on water personal the only ones who feel so keep this in mind. carrier that is insulated leashes during any type Pets need extra calo- the chill. Cold weather Reduce wind chill by from the cold with thick of inclement weather. ries in order to keep also can take its toll on placing the dog house blankets. Be mindful of pets their bodies warm in the health animals, including dogs, where it will not be in Limit drafts young and old cold weather. You may Rather than heading to cats and birds. Protecting the direct line of wind. Address drafts around Puppies and kittens as need to feed them a little the pharmacy for solutions pets when winter arrives You may want to think the house, which will well as older dogs and extra during the winter. to common ailments, a involves modifying care about keeping the dog increase your comfort cats may be less tolerant Extra water may also be majority of people may be tactics. in an insulated shed or and that of your compan- of colder weather. Young necessary when the pet’s able to stop at the nearest A major winter snow- garage if you prefer not ion animals. Dogs and animals are lacking the metabolism is working pet store or animal shelter fall or simply a snap of to move the pet inside. cats lie on the ground, fat stores and thick coats harder. and find a finned or furry cold weather can cause Cats can easily freeze where colder air tends of their adult counter- If a pet is kept out- remedy instead. many problems for pets. while outdoors; there- to collect. It may be sev- parts that can help pro- doors, be sure to check if Studies that link positive Much like humans, dogs fore, it is safer to keep eral degrees cooler near tect them against the its water has frozen and health benefits to pet own- and cats can experience them inside. Also, out- the floor where they cold. Housebreaking a replace it frequently. ership abound. According frostbite on extremi- doors a cat may seek reside. Check windows puppy during the cold Watch for symptoms of to WebMD, one study found ties when subjected to unsafe shelter, such and doors for drafts. If weather could be chal- hypothermia that 48 stockbrokers who cold temperatures. Ears, as under the hoods of repairs or replacements lenging. Even well-meaning pet adopted a pet experienced noses and paws all may cars where they can be aren’t financially pos- Senior dogs may feel owners may be unaware bear the brunt of cold injured or killed if the sible, consider the use of lower blood pressure read- aches and pains from the if their pet is suffering weather, increasing the car is started. draft guards or insulat- cold, which can irritate ings in stressful situations from the effects of too risk of injury. Dress warmly ing curtains. existing conditions like than did people who did much cold. Here are not own pets. Another Provide warm shel- A mammal’s system These measures also arthritis. Limit their ter for regulating heat can will protect pet birds. time outdoors to bath- some symptoms of hypo- study found that individu- thermia. als suffering from serious Although it may be compromised when Most birds that are kept room breaks. appear that pets are there is excessive cold. as pets are from tropi- Remove chemical poi- * violent shivering, fol- diseases, such as cancer or lowed by listlessness AIDS,are far less likely to well insulated against No matter its type of cal climates and cannot sons cold temperatures, fur, a dog or cat may not tolerate severe colder Antifreeze and special- * weak pulse experience depression if * lethargy they have a strong tie to a fur or feathers do not be able to tolerate long temperatures. Reduce ized nonicing window make pets impervious periods of cold weather, risk of illness by keeping cleaners used in automo- * muscle stiffness pet. Plus, pets have proven * problems breathing beneficial to seniors strug- to the cold. According unless it is a breed that birds away from drafty biles are commonly used to the ASPCA, fur wet- was specifically bred for windows and doors that in winter. These chemi- * lack of appetite gling with loneliness. * rectal temperature Any pet can try a person’s ted by snow may not remaining outdoors in open and close frequent- cals are often sweet to dry quickly, putting ani- the cold, like a Malamute ly during the winter. the smell and taste and below 98*F patience at times, expecially * coma when a kitty has used a mals at risk for a chill or or Husky. When ventur- Keep them leashed very attractive to curi- even hypothermia. As a ing outside, consider the Many dogs like to frolic ous pets. But only a few * cardiac arrest sofa as a scratching post or Companion animals when a pooch needs to be precautionary measure, use of a sweater or vest in the snow, but snow can laps of antifreeze can be keep companion animals on short-haired dogs, but cause a pooch to lose his deadly. may experience anything let into the yard at 3 a.m. from discomfort to seri- But for many pet owners, inside when tempera- keep an eye on the pet. scent on the ground and Keep any dangerous ous problems when cold the benefits of having a pet tures drop below 30*F. Wearing a coat doesn’t get lost. A dog also may winterizing chemicals weather arrives. Take far outweigh the negatives. If yours is an outside mean he should be left run off and get smoth- — even salt used to precautions to keep pets Here are some of the many dog, be sure that he or outdoors unattended. ered by tall snowdrifts melt snow — away from she is equipped with safe and healthy all win- ways that pet ownership can Cats probably will not or slip through thin ice pets to avoid accidental dry, draft-free shelter. A be good for your health. tolerate any type of cloth- when not being able to ingestion. ter long. * Lower blood pressure: Petting a dog or cat can lower blood pressure, as can watching a fish swim Savor the moment of mealtime with your pet around a tank. Those with Pets live in the moment, hypertension may want to • • • • • • • life stage” products exist. the ingredients may technically greeting every meal, every purchase or adopt a com- Being a dog owner is a big However, some manufacturers meet the legal specifications belly rub and every minute of panion animal to help lower job, and ensuring that your dog also include life-stage-specific for percentages of protein, fat, their blood pressure. playtime with unbridled excite- receives the correct nutrition foods that have unique features carbohydrates, etc., these foods * Reduce stress: Stress is ment. Since your pet is always is a key part of that job. Here and benefits tailored to a puppy have lower energy values and something people face on a there to greet you with that lov- are three quick and easy tips or a senior dog. Also, there are lower-grade proteins and don’t daily basis. According to a ing enthusiasm when you come that will help you make the best many breed-size specific diets provide the same quality nutri- National Health Interview home, we think it’s time to choice for your pet while they and diets that are specifically tion as premium brands. Survey, 75 percent of the return the favor. Pets look for- savor their mealtime with you tailored to unique health needs, 2. Look at the ingredient general population experi- ward to mealtime. And, when even more: such as allergies, mobility issues panel: ences at least “some stress” you feed your pet a premium, 1. Shop in a specialty pet or weight management. * Look for a species-specific every two weeks, and many optimally nutritious food, they store that sells premium quality A store expert can help you meat or meal as the first ingre- times that stress is moder- feel great, but you feel even food. Many commercially avail- by asking some specific ques- dient (e.g. “chicken” or “chicken ate to severe. Research has better. Here are three tips to able/economy brands of dog tions about your pet or online meal”, not “poultry meal”). indicated that when people make sure that you’re feeding food are made from inexpensive food selectors, like that at pet- * Ensure that the product spend time with a pet their them the best quality so you can ingredients, which might not be curean.com, can help you make is naturally preserved with levels of cortisol, a hormone savor the moment of mealtime easily digested due to possible a good choice. vitamin E. You don’t want any associated with stress, is together: degradation of protein sources • • • • • • • chemical preservatives, such as lowered while their level of * Give your pet the best. Look or oxidization of fat sources. Cats sometime get a reputa- BHA, BHT or ethoxyquin listed serotonin, a hormone asso- for a pet food that provides the While the ingredients may tech- tion for being finicky eaters. in the ingredient panel. ciated with improved mood highest quality, healthiest, most nically meet the legal specifica- They do have evolved taste * Look for the “extras” (e.g., and well-being, is increased. flavorful and least-processed tions for percentages of protein, instincts that help them dis- pre- and probiotics, digestive * Lower cholesterol: ingredients available. fat, carbohydrates, etc., these tinguish what is good for their enzymes and antioxidant rich Lifestyle factors associated * Look for the little extras. foods have lower energy values health from what isn’t. But they fruits and vegetables). with pet ownership, particu- A high quality pet food will and lower-grade proteins and also are usually very particular 3. Finally, ensure “wet” food larly a focus on increased provide important extras such don’t provide the same quality about the smell of the food, the and plenty of water are a regu- physical health and activ- as pre- and probiotics, diges- nutrition. temperature of the food and the lar part of your cat’s diet. Cats ity, can help lower choles- tive enzymes and antioxidant 2. Look at the ingredient “mouth feel.” need a great deal of moisture in terol levels. Also, having a rich fruits and vegetables. panel. Many pet owners may not their diet. Ensure you are feed- pet works to reduce stress, Premium pet food companies * Look for a species-specific know that providing your cat ing a wet food and ensure that which may keep individu- like Petcurean list their ingre- meat or meal as the first ingre- with a healthy, nutritious cat they have always have access als from looking to fatty dients and provide an online dient (e.g. “chicken” or “chicken food has many long-term ben- to fresh, clean water. Running foods as sources of alleviat- guide about what is found in meal”, not “poultry meal”). efits, including fewer trips to water is best as it mimics their ing anxiety. their food at petcurean.com. * Ensure that the product the vet and a shinier coat. Here instinct to find moving water * Fight depression: Many * Appreciate your pet’s meal- is naturally preserved with are some handy tips to keep in the wild. At a young age, therapists have prescribed time. Life is busy, so why not vitamin E (you don’t want any your feline friendly: be sure to offer different types pet therapy as a method to make your pet’s mealtime an chemical preservatives such 1. For dry food, shop in a of wet food to your cat (e.g., alleviating and recovering opportunity to enjoy, relax and as BHA, BHT or ethoxyquin specialty pet store that sells chunks with gravy and pate) to from depression. A pet is spend some time together? Pets listed). premium quality pet food. ensure they don’t get addicted an unconditional friend and seem to have it all figured out * Look for the “extras” (like Many commercially available/ to a specific style of wet food. can provide that listening and can certainly teach us a pre- and probiotics, digestive economy brands of cat food are Some cats also don’t like wet ear a person needs to talk thing or two about living in the enzymes and antioxidant rich made from inexpensive ingredi- food after it’s been refrigerated, through problems. Also, moment. And, did you know fruits and vegetables). ents, which might not be easily so try letting the portion you’re walking and taking care of a that pet ownership can also help 3. Consider your dog’s activ- digested, due to possible deg- going to feed warm up to room pet devotes attention away decrease our blood pressure and ity level, weight and any spe- radation of protein sources or temperature before you offer it from problems and inward cholesterol levels? cific health needs. Many “all oxidization of fat sources. While to your cat. thinking. * Improve physical activ- ity levels: Heading to the gym is one way to get a www.harlandaily.com workout, but spending an hour walking the dog or tossing around a ball for a game of chase and fetch is another way to get the heart pumping. Many dog owners benefit from the “forced”exercise that goes with daily walks. Some people choose to exercise with their pets, enjoying the companionship and the physical activity. *Reduce stroke incidenc- es: There has been evidence that cat owners are less likely to suffer strokes than people who do not have cats. Researchers are not sure of the connection, but surmise that cats have a more calming nature than other types of pets. * Greater opportunities for socialization: Humans are social animals and need to interact with others. Pet owners have a tendency to want to share time and experiences with other pet owners. Pets can provide opportunities for people to get together.