Fiscal Court votes to bid material for dog pound

by Matt Hughes

J-E News Editor

The Webster County Fiscal Court held a lengthy session Monday morning in Dixon.

The court spent a large part of the meeting discussing the new animal shelter and how they could save money. The plan is for county employees to do as much of the work as possible

“We’d like to do this job in segments,” said Judge Executive Jim Townsend.

“The auditor says that if the project exceeds $20,000 we have to bid it all,” said county treasurer Paula Guinn. 

The discussion was centered around using county labor and county provided materials to help cut the overall cost of the project. The catch being that the law would not allow the county to go out and find the cheapest materials.

“They look at the project as a whole, not segment by segment. You can bid your materials separate, but you still have to bid them.”

Nashville recording artist to perform at Providence Chamber Banquet

by Matt Hughes

J-E News Editor

The Providence Chamber of Commerce announced last week that Nashville recording artist Dave Wilbert had been signed to provide the entertainment for the annual Chamber Banquet to be held on Thursday, December 5, 2013 at the Providence General Baptist Church.

“I am from southern Indiana, but I moved to Nashville in 1996 to pursue a music career,” said Wilbert. “I cut one record a few years back and had a music video that appeared on CMT Prime.”

Wilbert also toured with numerous Country Music artists such as Kenny Chesney, Joe Diffie and the Dixie Chicks.

“I make a living a different way now,” Wilbert said. “I do this just for fun. Doing it to make a living just took all of the fun out of making music.”

Chamber President Elizabeth Holloman and her husband Dr. Jon Holloman met Wilbert through a mutual friend. After listening to his CD, she decided that she would try to get him for the banquet.

“I’m bringing a friend named Scott McKinnon with me to play guitar,” said Wilbert. “He was paralyzed several years ago, so he’ll be playing from his wheel chair. Anytime we play together I sit down with him.”

The two will play a mix of country and Christmas music.

Tickets to the banquet can be purchased at Animal House Veterinary Clinic on West Main Street in Providence.

SANTA LETTER TIME

Just a reminder that it's time again to send in your letters to Santa. Santa letters are due in by Friday, December 6, 2013 to allow them time to get to the North Pole before Christmas.

Centuries old tree continues to spark debate for Fiscal Court

by Matt Hughes

J-E News Editor

Once again the Webster County Fiscal Court was talking about the tree on Hester Winstead Road on Monday.

The tree first became an issue in June, when the county was looking at paving the Slaughters area road. The tree, which is estimated to be a couple of hundred years old, grows right up to the pavement in the center of a 90 degree corner.

The court had received numerous reports that farm equipment could not fit down the road, and that the tree was a safety hazard because of both dead limbs and it’s location in the corner.

New allegations of mistreatment at Webster County shelter

by Matt Hughes

J-E News Editor

Once again allegations of animal neglect at the Webster County Animal Shelter are circulating around the county. The last time, in March of 2010, the rumors came via an anonymous video shot inside the dog pound itself. This time the source is a local animal rescue.

“I have contacted Sheriff Frankie Springfield and the state police regarding an issue that occurred a couple of weeks ago,” said Jessica Graham, the director of  Molly’s Mutts Animal Rescue.

Molly’s Mutts stated that they rescue animals from the Webster County Animal Shelter and other  shelters in the surrounding area before the animals are euthanized.

Graham says that several weeks ago a photo began to circulate on Facebook showing seven dogs that had been found in an area just outside of Providence.

Fire destroys Sebree Auto Parts, closes highway

by Matt Hughes

J-E News Editor

A fire at Sebree Auto Parts  on Saturday morning resulted in US 41 being closed for approximately four and a half hours.

“At 7:36 a.m. a fire was reported at Sebree Auto Parts, 560 US Hwy 41-North  in Sebree, KY,” reported Webster County EMA director Jeremy Moore. “Upon arrival, firefighters reported heavy fire coming from the building.”

Jim Allen Williams, a Sebree fire fighter and member of the Sebree city council was among the first firemen to arrive on the scene.

“When we got here there were starter fluid cans exploding out the front of the building and hitting the fire truck,” Williams said.

Moore said that on first responding fire fighters were concerned with oxygen and acetylene tanks located near the rear of the building, but those were cleared without incident.

Firefighters from six area volunteer fire departments responded to the call. In addition to Sebree, fire trucks from the Poole, Slaughters, Dixon and Robards Fire Departments responded, as well as a few fire fighters from the Cairo fire department.

“Webster County Emergency Management and Kentucky Emergency Response team also responded to assist firefighters in controlling the runoff from the fire in nearby streams,” said Moore.

Sebree Fire Department investigators determined the fire to be accidental in nature, originating near the rear of the structure in the vicinity of a kerosene heater. That heater has been identified as the source of ignition. 

Webster County Ambulance Service and the Webster County Sheriffs Department also assisted at the scene. 

No injuries were reported, but the building was a total loss. The owner of the business was reportedly in the building at the time of the fire, but managed to escape unharmed.

Firefighters remained on the scene until 2:00 p.m. extinguishing hot spots. 

US 41 was reopened at noon on Saturday.

JE photos by Matt Hughes.

Winter Weather possibility has State Road crews preparing roads in Webster and other counties

Kentucky Transportation Cabinet crews in the 11 Counties of District 2 will be out pre-treating roadways through the day today.

Motorists are asked to be alert for slow moving trucks as crews go about their work preparing highways for winter precipitation.

Brine produced by running water through salt is sprayed on road surfaces where it dries into a fine powder.  The salt powder is then available to be activated during the early hours of a winter weather event.  In addition to providing safer driving conditions when precipitation starts, the fine powder of salt helps keep snow from bonding to the pavement surface making it easier to plow away as it accumulates.

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KY 2838 Closed today

         

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet plans to close KY 2838 in WEBSTER County on Monday, November 25, 2013.

          This closure on KY 2838 at about mile point 2.5 is to allow a cross drain to be replaced. This is along KY 2838 between Henry Mitchell Road and KY 857.

           The roadway is expected to close at this site at about 8:00 a.m., CST. It is expected to open at approximately 4:00 p.m., on Monday.

          Motorists who regular travel this section of KY 2838 should make advance alternate travel plans. Local access will be maintained for residents on each side of the closure point.

Fire at Sebree Auto Parts results in temporary road closure.

            According to Webster County Emergency Management Director Jeremy Moore, a fire broke out at the Sebree Auto Parts store at approximately 7:38 a.m. this morning (Saturday, Nov. 23, 2013). The business owner was inside the building at the time of the fire.

No Shave November at WCHS

During the month of November, several WCHS and WC ATC staff members have joined together to raise funds to benefit a local organization during the holiday season. Each participant contributed $20 at the beginning of the month and committed to not shaving until December 1. At the end of the month, the staff will make its donation in order to benefit local residents.

Winter Weather Safety Tips from the Webster County Emergency Management

Everyone is potentially at risk during winter storms. Most fatalities are indirectly related to the storm. People die from traffic accidents on icy roads, heart attacks while shoveling snow, and hypothermia from prolonged exposure to cold and unsafe residential conditions.

Be prepared for winter weather! Listen to NOAA weather radio or commercial radio/television to stay informed about winter storm watches, warnings and advisories.

To read more of these tips from the Webster County EMA, visit our Police Beat page, now online and providing information from all of our emergency services. 

Brown Badgett Loop Connector Bridge in Hopkins County to Reopen Friday

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) plans to open the New Brown Badgett Loop Connector Bridge in Hopkins County on Friday, Nov. 22, 2013. 

The contractor has completed work along KY 1069/Stagecoach Road near the intersection with the new connector allowing the new railroad overpass and connector to open at about 7:00 a.m., CST, Friday. 

Sebree Parade (photos)

JE photos by Matt Hughes.

Former Crittenden County Deputy Jailer Arrested

The Kentucky State Police has charged a former Crittenden County Deputy Jailer with Bribery of a Public Servant. 

On Saturday, November 18, 2013, at approximately 11:37 a.m., KSP detectives charged Bryan Hollis, 52 of Marion, KY, with one count of Bribery of a Public Servant (Class C Felony). 

The KSP began an investigation after being contacted by Crittenden County Jailer Phil Parker in September of this year.  The accused is suspected of bringing contraband into the facility in exchange for monetary gain.     

Mr. Hollis was arrested without incident at his residence on First Street in Marion.  He was lodged in the Crittenden County Jail.

Great American Smoke-Out

     The American Cancer Society's annual Great American Smokeout will be held Thursday, Nov. 21. The event encourages smokers to quit smoking, or make a plan to quit smoking, that day.
     In Kentucky, according to theCenters for Disease Control and Prevention, 25.2 percent of adults are cigarette smokers, second highest in the nation. The Kentucky Tobacco and Cessation Program reports that each year more than 8,000 Kentuckians die of illnesses caused by tobacco use.

Water District to cut costs thanks to “miracle additive”

by Matt Hughes

J-E News Editor

The Webster County Water District held it’s monthly meeting at the County Water Plant in Onton Thursday morning.

Water district superintendant Paul Lashbrook reported to the board that the plant was preparing to start using a ‘miracle additive” in the water treatment process. This chemical can drastically cut the amount of certain other chemicals that go into the water treatment process, saving the county more than $35,000 per year.

“The increases of our electric rates have us working to save money every way we can,” he said. “I believe we owe it to our customers to run as lean as we can and keep our costs down.”

Clay council closer to drafting business license ordinance

by Matt Hughes

J-E News Editor

A proposed business license was once again a hot topic for the Clay council on Tuesday, November 12, 2013. 

The idea was first introduced in May after the city was visited by a group of suspicious women who went door-to-door trying to sell magazines. When city clerk Juliana Rhye requested the women’s presence at the city building, only a few of the women answered the call, and according to Rhye, the only one willing to present a photo ID gave her a fake one.

Reports from residents said that the women asked for credit card information and insisted on coming into houses, even if the home owner wasn’t interested in buying anything.

School Board reviews auditor’s report

CORRECTION: The original story read that CPA Mike Overby commended Brandi Rogers the school board attorney, the credit actually was intended for Brandi Burnette, our Treasurer.

Board members confront superintendant about 

the creation of a new position at Dixon Elementary

by Matt Hughes

J-E News Editor

Monday night the Webster County School board heard the annual independent auditors report, which, according to Michael L. Overby, CPA, was filed on time for the first time in three years.

“You need to commend Brandi (Burnette),” Overby said. “She has worked very hard on this. When she took the board attorney’s position, I thought she might be overwhelmed, but she has done a good job.”

Providence Council holds quick meeting

by Matt Hughes

J-E News Editor

The Providence city council buzzed through another quick meeting on Monday night.

The council approved the second reading of an ordinance to redo the recently introduced bucket brigade and charitable solicitation ordinance. The original ordinance stated that solicitation could only be held on Sunday, a fact pointed out by councilman Keith Ferrill.

At the previous meeting Mayor Eddie Gooch, along with the entire council, stated that the intent of the ordinance was not to hamper fund-raising efforts by local civic groups, school organizations and charities.

Sebree Veterans Parade (VIDEO)

Flashback Friday! November 14, 1963

Pictured, from left,  Bob Bradley, assistant coach; Wayne Allen and
Jimmy Crouse, guards; Lowell Watson, center; and Head Coach Jude Talbott.

The coaching staff and only senior members of the Webster County High Trojans discuss pre-game strategy prior to the opening game of basketball season, Tuesday November 19 against Dawson Springs. The game Tuesday will mark the initial appearance of the new school in the basketball wars.

Senator Dorsey Ridley to seek re-election

Senator Dorsey Ridley, D-Henderson, citing a strong record that includes education, economic development and significant progress in highway infrastructure will seek re-election. 

Senator Ridley, who represents the 4th Senatorial District that includes Caldwell, Crittenden, Henderson, Livingston, Union and Webster counties, is beginning his tenth year of service in the Kentucky State Senate.  He has served in the Senate since 2004. 

With the 2014 Legislative Session approaching, Senator Ridley said one of his top priorities will be to balance the state budget, while preserving education, transportation infrastructure, health care and public safety. 

During the 2013 Session, Senator Ridley supported important legislation ranging 

from placing children first to raising the school dropout age to 18 to strengthening human trafficking laws to making the absentee voting process easier for Kentuckians serving overseas in the military. 

WCHS names teacher of the quarter

Margo Bruce, Agriculture teacher and FFA sponsor, has been selected as the Webster County High School Teacher of the 1st Quarter.  Beginning this year, WCHS administration developed the criteria for this recognition, which combines the completion of general responsibilities and above-and-beyond efforts that our staff members perform on behalf of our students and school.  Mrs. Bruce is a graduate of Western Kentucky University, where she received her bachelor and master degrees.  All 19 of her years in education have been spent as an Agriculture teacher and FFA sponsor at WCHS.  She serves as CTE department chair, TEDS coordinator for WCHS, chairs the State Leadership Committee for KACTE, and is the Co-chair of the National Agriculture Association Region 4 conference.  Congratulations to Margo Bruce for her hard work and dedication to Webster County students, both inside and outside the classroom, and for her selection as WCHS’s Teacher of the quarter. 

Independence Bank named among top banks in the US to work for

by Matt Hughes

J-E News Editor

Last week American Banker Magazine released a ranking of the top 28 banks in the United States to work for.

Independence Bank came in 18th on that list.

“This was part of a national survey that was sent out to all banks and completed by their employees,” said Wayne Hughes, the Webster County President of Independence Bank. “It asked employees what they think about their bank.”

Independence Bank, which has two locations in Webster County, opened in 1997 when Farmers & Merchants Bank in McLean County and Providence State Bank in Providence merged under the new name.

“We care about our employees, and this shows that they feel the same about us,” said Hughes. “We think we really have the best employees. They are community and community service oriented.”

Independence Bank  joined  Central Bank (24) based in Lexingon as the only other bank in the Commonwealth to be named to the list.

Sebree Mining named safest in Western Kentucky

Group seeks to honor Carter Nall with new playground

by Matt Hughes

J-E News Editor

A group of Webster County residents are looking to turn a horrible tragedy into a blessing.

Friends and family of three-year-old Carter Nall are looking to create a fitting memorial to a little boy who was lost too young. There will be a playgroundbuilt at the Providence Church of Christ that will not only bear his name, but will also include playground equipment that the family know he would have loved.

“This is for the youth of the church,” said Jill Nall, Carter’s mother. “It’s in memory of Carter, but it’s for the kids.”

Plans for the playground include a play set that looks like a John Deere tractor, and a sandbox made from a tractor tire.

Circuit Court Judge files for re-election

Chief Regional Circuit Court Judge Rene’ Williams has filed for re-election as Circuit Judge for the 5th Judicial Circuit comprised of Crittenden, Union and Webster Counties. Judicial races are non partisan positions that will appear on the November 2014 General Election ballot unless there are three or more candidates vying for the position. Circuit Court is one of “general jurisdiction” hearing felony criminal cases and civil controversies involving $5,000.00 or more.  

FIscal Court

by Matt Hughes

J-E News Editor

The Webster County Fiscal Court met on Tuesday morning at the courthouse in Dixon. The magistrates handled a short agenda very quickly.

Korean veteran shares memories of first Christmas away from home

Ranes, left, shows Jackie Tyler how
to load a mortar round. 

by Matt Hughes

J-E News Editor

On Halloween, Sebree resident Shirley Ranes celebrated two anniversaries. It marked the sixtieth anniversary of his discharge from the United States Army, and the sixty-first anniversary of the day he entered combat in Korea.

“I was drafted on January 1, 1952,” Ranes said. He went through basic training at Ft. Jackson, SC, qualifying in heavy weapons.

After an eight week furlough, Ranes was moved to Chicago, then to California and finally on to Japan, where he spent three weeks training with the 24th Division of the US Army.

“After training in Japan I was transferred to Korea,” he said. “I landed on Halloween of 1952. That year I spent my very first Christmas away from home.”

WC celebrates Veteran's Day

Photos by Matt Hughes, Charlie Hust and Kristie Dunbar.

Dixon Commission hold brief meeting

by Matt Hughes

J-E News Editor

The Dixon Commission met in a brief meeting on Monday night with only two items on the agenda.

First, the commission heard from Rod Martin with Hunter Martin Associates, the engineering firm that has been handling the city’s water line rehabilitation project.

County Attorney to seek re-election

by Matt Hughes

J-E News Editor

Webster County Attorney William Clint Prow announced on Friday, November 8, 2013 that he had official filed for re-election.

“I am proud of my office’s accomplishments,” he said. “As the contracting official for the local Division of Child Support, my staff has aided many mothers and father in receiving the child support they are rightfully entitled.”

Prow is also the legal adviser of the Webster County Fiscal Court, and the misdemeanor prosecutor for District Court.

“I have been proud to serve the citizens of Webster County as their County Attorney in the past years and would humbly request their continued support in the upcoming election.”

NWS expects wintery mix to strike overnight

NOW ACCUMULATION EXPECTED: Drive Carefully

by Matt Hughes

J-E News Editor

The National Weather Service is predicting the first round of wintery weather to strike Webster County tonight, with a 60 percent chance of precipitation over night.

The current forecast calls for rain and sleet likely before 3:00 a.m., then a chance of rain, snow, and sleet between 3:00 a.m. and 4:00 a.m., then a chance of snow after 4:00 a.m. 

 Little or no snow accumulation expected.

Tuesday there will be a chance of snow flurries early, eventually warming to around 39.

KYTC ready for winter road conditions

WCHS Trojan Mania Scheduled for Tuesday night

by Matt Hughes

J-E News Editor

Webster County High School’s 2013-2014 Trojan Mania will be held tomorrow (Tuesday, Nov. 12) at 6:00 p.m. in the main gym at Webster County High School. 

This will be the first chance for fans to take a look at the girl’s and boy’s basketball teams as they get prepared for the upcoming season.

FIrst snow of the season in forecast

by Matt Hughes

JE News Edito

         The latest forecast from the National Weather Service (NWS) is calling for the first snow of the season to hit the tri-state as early as Monday Night.

Providence Council holds brief five minute meeting

By CHARLIE HUST

Providence City Council zipped through a brief, five-minute regular session Monday night in the council chambers.

The council heard reading of a “re-do” of the newly-approved bucket brigade and charitable solicitation ordinance. In the last meeting of the council, there was a bit of confusion in one part of the ordinance according to councilman Keith Farrell. He pointed out that the document stated that solicitation could only be held on Sunday.

So the council decided to “start from scratch” and re-word parts of the ordinance to clarify the interpretation problem.

School board challenges legislators to honor commitment to KY students

by Matt Hughes

J-E News Editor

The Webster County School Board passed a resolution on Monday night challenging the members of the Kentucky General Assembly and Governor Steve Breshear to honor the commitment they made to Kentucky Students when they passed the bill that created “Unbridled Learning,” the KDE’s current educational system.

The resolution, approved and signed by all five members of the board said, “in the Webster County School district, the lack of funding has forced us to postpone facility maintenance, close an elementary/middle school, absorb an under performing and insolvent neighboring district, eliminate health services at two of our schools and drop three vocational programs, among other things...”

Clay man arrested by KSP in “Black Friday” drug sweep

by Matt Hughes

J-E News Editor

On Friday the Kentucky State Police (KSP) conducted a statewide drug round-up entitled “Operation Black Friday.”  After months of extensive, covert investigations, arrest warrants were issued for individuals throughout the state of Kentucky. Every available sworn unit within the agency was put into action to arrest 479 individuals in what is the largest one-day drug round-up in agency history. All KSP Posts, the KSP Drug Enforcement Special Investigations (DESI) Branch, Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Division, along with assistance from local law enforcement, ATF, DEA and U.S. Marshal’s Service began arresting individuals before daybreak.

Altercation at Webster County Jail sends one inmate to hospital

by Matt Hughes

J-E News Editor

The Kentucky State Police are investigating an altercation between two inmates at the Webster County Detention Center which sent one inmate to an Evansville hospital.

Providence Students raise money for Food Bank

by Matt Hughes

J-E News Editor

AmeriCorps member Rhonda Cruce recently challenged Providence Elementary School students to a “Penny War” in honor of Make a Difference Day, which was October 26.

“All classes in K-8 participated,” said Cruce. “The money donated will go to the Food Bank in Providence.”

The Penny War turned into a serious competition for some students, with several of them bringing in pennies by the bucket load.

“The real reason it was called a penny “war” was because any silver that a student threw into another class’s bucket counted as a negative,” Cruce added.

Ultimately the winner was Jennifer Roland’s class. Students in her class will receive an ice cream party in celebration.

Greg Shouse appointed agency manager of WC Farm Bureau

Kentucky Farm Bureau Insurance (KFB) announced on Tuesday that Greg Shouse has been appointed as the new agency manager for Webster County Farm Bureau (WCFB).

Shouse, a native of Webster County, has been with Farm Bureau for nearly 13 years. He attended the University of Kentucky and the  Mid-America College of Funeral Service, and prior to joining WCFB he served as a funeral director and embalmer. He and his wife have two daughters.

WC Board Attorney to run for family court judge position

Webster County School Board Attorney Brandi Hagan Rogers announced today she will be a candidate for Family Court Judge of Crittenden, Union and Webster Counties (Circuit Five) in the election to be held next year. The seat is currently held by Judge William E. Mitchell, who is retiring.  

Rogers, age 32, has been a partner in the Marion law firm of Frazer, Rogers & Peek since 2010.  She was admitted to practice law in Kentucky and in U.S. District Court in 2006.  

Additionally, she serves as Master Commissioner for the Crittenden County and as attorney for both the Crittenden County School District and the Webster County School District.  

While earning her law degree, Rogers clerked for Circuit Judge Rene Williams and for Kentucky Chief Justice Joseph E. Lambert.  Rogers is a graduate of Crittenden County High School, Western Kentucky University (Magna Cum Laude) and Salmon P. Chase College of Law.    

Rogers revealed that she possessed an unusual qualification for the job, beyond her legal experience.  She grew up in Crittenden and Union Counties, the child of a broken home, and found stability only when she was finally allowed to live with her grandparents.  

Steamport Dock makes a big impact on Sebree Mining operation

JE photos by Matt Hughes.

by Matt Hughes

J-E News Editor

Webster County is known for coal, and when we think of coal, we often think of the long coal trains that have passed through our communities for as far back as we can remember. But train and truck haulage aren’t the only ways coal is transported in our county. One Webster County mine ships it’s coal by water.

KYTC Minute (VIDEO)

               The Kentucky Long Range Transportation Plan is currently being updated, and the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet wants your help.                 To review and comment on the Public Participation Plan, log onto transportation.ky.gov and click the "Your Turn" picture.

KSP Arrests 479 in Largest Drug Round-Up in Agency History (VIDEO)

           

KSP initiated ‘Operation Black Friday’ today utilizing every available sworn unit within the agency to arrest 479 individuals in what is the largest one-day drug round-up in agency history. All KSP Posts, the KSP Drug Enforcement Special Investigations (DESI) Branch, Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Division, along with assistance from local law enforcement, ATF, DEA and U.S. Marshal’s Service began arresting individuals before daybreak.

Downtown Henderson Holiday Mania event kicks off today, November 1, 2013

Shop or dine in Downtown Henderson starting November 1st - November 30th and you can register to win a $25 gift certificate to 28 of our local businesses. You will also have the chance to win a $250 Downtown Henderson Partnership Gift Certificate to use in downtown Henderson during the Holidays. The drawing will be held on December 2nd.  Downtown Henderson Holiday Mania Participants Abba's Music - 119 N. Main St                  Memories Past & Present - 324 N. Elm St. Alles Brothers - 219 First St.                       Memories Yarn Cafe - 324 N. Elm St. Bagelrama - 230 Second St.                        O'Daniels Flower Shop - 127 N. Elm St. Campbell's Jewelers - 122 N. Main St.        Oh My Goodness @ Balfour - 121 N. Main St. Delizio Gourmet Italian - 145 N. Main St.     Paisleys Gift Shop - 135 N. Main St. Downtown Diner - 122 First Street               Planters Coffeehouse - 130 N. Main St. gabbi's Boutique - 137 Second Street           Rockhouse @ Wolf's - 31 N. Green St. HorseFeathers Gifts - 132 Second St.          Rookies - 117 Second St. J Bucks - 350 Fourth St.                              Simon's Shoes - 100 N. Main St. J'Petals Florals & Gifts - 131 First St.           The Elm Consignment & More - 120 N. Elm St. Just Plus/Just Chic - 115 N. Main St.            The Gold Mine - 111 N. Main St. Klassy Kids - 320 N. Elm St.                       Third Street House - 307 Third St. Little Britches - 213 First St.                         This & That Consignment - 314 First St. LuciaSoapsEtc LLC - 115 First St.               Victoria's Boutique - 321 Third St. For more information contact the DHP 270-827-0016

KSP make child pornography arrest in Crittenden County.

Former Crittenden County High School Teacher Charged

An investigation by Kentucky State Police, Post 2 has resulted in the arrest of a Crittenden County High School teacher with multiple sex offense including possession of child pornography.  In late August, Kentucky State Police received an anonymous tip regarding an inappropriate relationship between Mr. Blair Winders and a female high school student.  An investigation began by Detective Matt Foster.  On October 31, Detective Foster testified before a Crittenden County Grand Jury regarding the evidence of the case.  Shortly after the detective’s testimony, the Grand Jury returned a 56 count indictment on Winders.  Blair Winders, 37 of Marion was charged with the following: