The Lewisburg Lion's Club's 2nd Annual Walking and Spotted Horse Show is August 30th in Lewisburg. The shows starts at 6:30pm. There will be 30 classes. For information call Don Tumey at 606-301-3672.
The 2nd Annual Fireman's Muster is set for September 13th at 9am at the Aberdeen River Park. Area fire departments are invited to come and compete, and area residents are invited to see their local firefighters in action. There will be kids games, food and more. The muster is sponsored by the Aberdeen-Huntington Township fire department life squad. For info call 606-584-2692 or 937-795-0013.
The Maysville Players will have auditions for the award-winning comedy, “The Foreigner” at 7 p.m. August 25 & 26 at the Washington Opera House in downtown Maysville. Roles are available for 5 men and 2 women ages 25-75. Advance copies of the script may be picked up at the theatre in advance of the auditions. Performance dates are October 16-19 & 23-26. For more information call (606) 564-3666 or visit www.maysvilleplayers.com.
The annual Saint Patrick Fall Festival is September 5th through the 7th. There will be games, auctions, food and live music.
The Maysville Rotary Club Horse Show is September 6th at 6pm at the Germantown Fairgrounds.
The 5th annual Pig Out On Market Street is September 13th starting at noon on Market Street in downtown Maysville.
And the Simon Kenton Festival is September 20th and 21st in Historic Washington, featuring demonstrations of frontier life and activities for the family.
Blue Licks Battlefield State Resort Park will commemorate the Battle of Blue Licks, the last battle of the Revolutionary War, August 16th and 17th. The event features battle re-enactments, living history programs, hands-on activities and musical entertainment. With gas prices still in the stratosphere, the weekend offers a great time close to home.
The 4th annual Chrome on the River car, motorcycle and antique tractor show is Sunday at the Augusta boat bock. Proceeds from the event benefit the Dover Volunteer Fire Department.
The Maysville Players first season under Producing Director Mike Thomas went out with a roar, as Sunday's showing of "Seussical-The Musical'' broke box office records for the season. Building on the success of "Lend Me A Tenor," "Agatha Christie's The Mousetrap" and "Nunsense," the summer teen production not only showcased the incredible young talent we have in this community, but also led to lines around the block for Sunday's last performance. Thomas says he has selected the plays for next season, and will announce them soon. A good way to ensure your tickets for productions is to become a Washington Opera House patron. For information, call Thomas at 606-564-3666.
The 27th annual Ohio Tobacco Festival is August 21st through the 24th in downtown Ripley. This year's raffle grand prize is the choice of a John Deere Gator, a John Deere lawn tractor or $4000 cash. Naturally, there will be the usual music, food and fun--make your plans now!
The 154th Old Reliable Germantown Fair starts tomorrow and runs through Saturday. Admission is just $6 per person age 3 and over. Admission gives you unlimited rides, main ring entertainment and other events. Parking is a buck.
Kentucky Governor Steve Beshear will be in Mason and Fleming counties Monday. The Governor will be at the Kentucky Gateway Museum Center at 1:30pm to make a presentation, then will head to the Flemingsburg Industrial Park 2 on KY 11 for a ribbon-cutting at 2:10pm. You are, of course, invited to attend.
The local chapter of the NAACP Youth Council recently received their charter, and they are working on the 5th Annual Back To School Block Party Saturday. The party will be held from 5 to 8:30pm at Rotary Park. There will be free food and entertainment, music, giveaways and more. WFTM Soft 96 will broadcast live from the block party from 5 to 7pm.
The Maysville Players play host to Franz Liszt prize recipient Anzhelika Fuks next week at the 1st Presbyterian Church in Maysville. The performance will begin at 5:30pm Wednesday, July 30 at the church, located at 21 West 3rd Street in downtown Maysville.
The Hungarian-Ukrainian native won Third Prize at the 8th International Franz Liszt Piano Competition in April.
In April of 2007 the Maysville Players hosted Yingdi Sun, First Prize winner at the 7th International Competition.
At the invitation of Russia’s renowned Musical Olympus Festival, Fuks will debut with the St. Petersburg Philharmonic. She has also been invited to play at the Fazioli Concert Hall in Sacile, Italy, and the Liszt in Weimar Piano Academy. Her schedule for 2009 includes, amongst other things, an extensive concert tour through China and South America.
Anzhelika received her first musical training at the local music school in Užhorod, Ukraine. In 2002, she attended the city’s conservatory. In 2005, Anzhelika moved to Hungary to study at Budapest’s Franz Liszt Academy (where she is still a student).
In international piano competitions, Fuks won First Prize in Kyiv-Vorsel, Grand Prix at the Zakarpatija Festival of Užhorod, Second Prize at the Donetsk Competition in honour of Serge Prokofiev’s 110th birthday, and First Prize at the 2008 Yamaha Competition in Budapest.
The concert is free and open to the public.
Former University of Tennessee and Mason County star Chris Lofton has signed a one-year contract with a professional basketball team in Mersin, Turkey. Lofton's agent, Eric Fleischer, confirmed the deal, but would not disclose financial terms. Lofton's new team, the Mersin Metrocity Municipality Sport Club, finished tied for ninth in the 16-team Turkish Basketball League last year with a 13-17 record. After not being selected in the NBA Draft last month, Lofton played for the Denver Nuggets' summer team in Las Vegas. Lofton averaged seven minutes per game and had nine points and no assists in four games. Lofton holds the Southeastern Conference's career record for three-point baskets with 431.
The Tollesboro Lions Parade is today at 2pm. Line-up for the parade begins at 1pm on the fairgrounds. The parade will feature floats and exhibits, antique cars, horses, Shriners and more. Cash prizes will be awarded. A bicycle decorating contest will also take place at 1 o'clock Sunday with 3 age classes.
A new event has been added to this year’s Buffalo Trace Balloon Race. Bodies in Motion will present the Buffalo Trace 5K race at 8am Saturday, August 9th.
The race will begin at Maysville Community and Technical College and follow Martha Comer Drive. Race organizer Tina Rigdon-Hester says the 5K Race “is a great course with rolling hills. We will have the YMCA Wildcat cheerleaders throughout the course cheering on all the runners. We hope to make this an annual event, so walkers, runners and ghost runners are invited.”
There are several age divisions. Advance registration is $20, or $25 on race day. Each participant will receive a shirt. Checks or money orders can be made payable to the Buffalo Trace Balloon Race, Attention: 5K, P.O. Box 151, Washington, KY, 41096-0151. For more information call 606-564-5020 or visit buffalotraceballoonrace.com.
The Buffalo Trace Balloon Race is August 8th and 9th on the campus of Maysville Community and Technical College, and is presented by Bluegrass Satellite and Security. Proceeds from the event benefit the Women’s Crisis Center.
Be sure to go to Michel Tire in Maysville Sunday. A cruise-in to benefit the Ryan Nolder Fight for Sight runs from 12 to 4. "Just For Fun" will provide the entertainment.
The 51st edition of the Tollesboro Lions Club Fair begins today with the saddle horse show and tug tractor pull. Weigh-in for the tug tractor pull is 5:30pm. The horse show starts at 7:30 and features 25 different classes. The fair is held at the Tollesboro Fairgrounds.
The Buffalo Trace Ride For St. Jude’s Research Hospital is August 2. Registration will be at the Maysville Suzuki at the Corner of KY 9 and KY1448 (Maple Leaf Road). Registration begins at 10am, with Kickstands up at 11:30am.
Donations: $10 first poker hand/ $5 each additional poker hand
$5 per extra card
- 50/50 tickets 1/$1.00 6/$5.00
* Ride at your own risk. Rider and passenger must sign Disclaimer form.
** No Alcohol or Drugs
Participants will ride through Flemingsburg & Carlisle on the way to Sonic in Paris for lunch. On the way back the group will stop at Blue Licks State Park and return to Suzuki for awarding of poker hand and door prizes. For more info call Cullen Thomas at (606)407-2207 or Laura Mitchell at (606)845-1100 or E-mail at buffalotraceride@hotmail.com.
Here's the rundown for the last day of the fair:
5pm Pet Show
6pm Chicken Show
6pm Horse Show
8pm Cornhole Tournament
Here's what's happening at the Ewing-Fleming County Fair today:
Floral Hall 6-9pm
Mud Run 8pm
Father-Daughter contest 8:30pm
Mr. County Fair contest 9pm
The cruise-in for Ryan Nolder's Fight for Sight campaign has been moved to Sunday, July 20th at Michel Tire.
Here's today's rundown for the Ewing-Fleming County Fair:
6-9pm Floral Hall open
7pm Cutie Pie girls pageant
7:30pm Cutie Pie boys pageant
8pm Demo Derby
8pm Miss Pre-Teen pageant
9pm Mother and Son contest
9:30pm Father and Son contest
The Kentucky Gateway Museum Center will host an Ice Cream Social Sunday at 1pm. Sponsored by French Quarter Inn, the event will also feature a performance by the Scottaires at 2:30pm. The social will be held on the front lawn of the museum. The public is invited to attend.
Here's today fair schedule:
6pm Lamb Show
6-7pm Tiny Miss registration
6-9pm Floral Hall open
6:30-7:30pm Tiny Mister registration
7pm Tiny Miss Pageant
7:30pm Tiny Mister Pageant
8pm Miss Teen Pageant
David Mefford is the winner of the Maysville Utility Commission's $100 gas card raffle. The raffle was a benefit for the Ryan Nolder Fight For Sight Campaign.
Fair season is in full swing with the opening of the Ewing-Fleming County Fair. Here is today's schedule:
12-3pm Enter Floral Hall Exhibits
3-5 Judge Floral Hall Exhibits
6-9pm Floral Hall Open
6pm Steer Show
8pm Miss Ewing Fleming County Fair Pageant in Swimwear
8:30pm Little Miss and Mister Pageant
9pm Miss Ewing Fleming County Fair Pageant in Formalwear
The fair runs through Saturday.
As usual, Maysville has a full lineup for the Fourth of July holiday:
8am Knights of Columbus 5K Run
1pm Baby Show on the Second Street mall
3:30pm Mini-Marathon (signup starts at 3pm at Market & Second Street)
4:45pm Bicycle Decorating Contest at Rotary Park
5pm Community Band on the Second Street mall
5:30pm Parade lineup on East Second Street under the trestle
6pm Parade with Grand Marshall Howard Brammer
7pm Picnic at Rotary Park featuring Jingles the Clown and Hey Mr DJ
9pm Relay For Life Luminaria ceremony at Rotary Park
10pm Fireworks
Come down and enjoy the fun!
The following Mason County offices will be closed Friday for the Independence Day holiday: Judge-Executive's office, Treasurer's office, Sheriff's office, Road Department, Maysville-Mason County landfill, Recycling Center, and the Garbage Collections office. Mason County garbage will be picked up as usual.
Employees of the Maysville Utility Commission are sponsoring a raffle for the benefit of the Sight Fight campaign for Ryan Nolder. They are raffling off a $100 gas card. Tickets are a dollar apiece or 6 for $5. Tickets can be purchased at the Water Company at the Maysville City Building. The winner will be drawn July 4th and announced on WFTM radio on Saturday.
American Karaoke--sorry, American IDOL--will hold two rounds of auditions in Louisville next month. The initial round of preliminary auditions will take place July 21st at Freedom Hall. Follow-up auditions will take place in early September at Churchill Downs. American Idol is looking for men and women 16 to 28 years old as of July 15, 2008, who are eligible to work in the US. Wristbands will be distributed July 19-20. If you get a wristband, you will be asked to return to Freedom Hall on July 21. For audition details, including forms and requirements, go to http://www.americanidol.com. Simon just can't WAIT to hear you.
The Ohio River Rumble fishing tournament is Sunday at the Maysville River Park. Wanna know more? Call 606-564-2520.
The 5th Annual Pig Out on Market Street is Saturday, September 13th from noon to 10pm downtown. A chili cookoff between the Maysville Fire and Police Departments is at 5pm. Judging is at 6pm. Enjoy a performance by Fat Head Davis from 7 to 10pm. Proceeds will benefit the Shriner Transportation Fund and your tummy. Eat up!
Thanks, as usual, to the generosity of the city, the Relay For Life luminaria ceremony (rained out on the 13th of this month) will be held as part of Maysville's Fourth of July celebration. The ceremony will be held at 9pm at Rotary Park, followed by the fireworks. A great time to remember and honor those who have fought cancer, while at the same time remembering and honoring those who fought to keep our country free.
A week off and ready to go! Thanks and congratulations to everyone who made the Relay For Life of Mason County a massive success, even though it was stormed out by 7:30pm. Weather notwithstanding, a good time was had by all, and around $60,000 was raised for cancer research, awareness and support programs. The County Fair concept was spot on, with (as usual) amazing support from Maysville Public Works and the Rec Park. I say it all the time on the air--the city's support is the bedrock on which all of the events you enjoy every year is based upon. There are none better.
The annual Summer Scholarship Scramble, presented by Maysville Community & Technical College with the support of about every person and business in the Ohio Valley, is July 12th at 8am at Laurel Oaks Golf Club on US 62 in Maysville. The cost us $65 and is tax deductible. Fee includes greens fees, cart rental, continental breakfast and lunch. Prizes will be awarded to 1st, 2nd and 3rd place teams. There will also be door prize drawings. Since it's start 16 years ago, the scramble has provided scholarships for many students in the area. To sign up or for information, contact Cara Clarke at cara.clarke@kctcs.edu.
Maysville Uncorked, presented by the Maysville Players and the city of Maysville, is Saturday on middle Market Street in downtown Maysville. The event features wineries from across the region, as well as businesses with Kentucky products. Wine tasting begins at 4pm. This year’s musical entertainment is Chicago singing sensation Peter Oprisko, making a return to town after a successful performance at the Washington Opera House last year. The concert begins at 8pm.
This year's Relay For Life of Mason County has been in the making since September 17th of last year. Departing from the regular Relay format, this year's event--with the theme "County Fair"--has teams hosting games and food booths, with the proceeds going to the American Cancer Society. There will be musical entertainment, a salute to cancer survivors, and the luminaria ceremony. With the theme "Food, Fun and Fighting Cancer," how can you not have a good time. Food and game booths open at 4:30pm at the Maysville-Mason County Rec Park. See you there!
Mason County senior pictures are in and can be picked up at the high school Monday through Friday from 8:30am to 3:30pm. You can also order a graduation DVD. The cost is $20.
The Court Appointed Special Advocates for children program for Mason, Bracken and Fleming County has begun their annual CASA playhouse giveaway. This year's houses are built by the Building Trades Construction Program at MCTC, the FFA at Fleming County High School and the employees of WalMart in Maysville. Chances for the houses are $2 each. Winners will be drawn August 2nd at the Germantown Fair.
Emerson Power Transmission will conduct mock disaster exercises Monday at 7:30am and 8:30pm. According to a plant spokesperson, the exercise will involve a simulated train derailment at the site. Numerous emergency vehicles will be responding to the area. So don't freak when you see responders heading to East Second Street. Again, the Emerson mock disaster is scheduled for Monday at 7:30am and 8:30pm.
It's going to be sunny and warm Saturday--perfect weather to go to the Fleming County Relay For Life. This year's Relay is at Mandolin Farm, 387 Owens Lane in Flemingsburg. Kick-off is at 9am tomorrow. There will be a baby show, cornhole tournament, music, the luminaria ceremony and more. Relay is an overnight event to celebrate cancer survivors, remember those who lost the cancer fight, and raise money for the fight against cancer. Mason County's Relay, the County Fair, is next Friday at 4. Turn out, have fun, and help fight cancer!
Lugnutz Hot Rod Club will have their annual Chrome & Cruise Saturday, June 21st at the Maysville-Mason County Rec Park. There will be dash plaques and free gifts for the first 75 entries, and free lunch will be provided for registered participants. Spectator choice trophies will be awarded. Proceeds will benefit the Lugnutz Scholarship Fund. The event is from noon to 4pm. For information go to http://www.lugnutz1.com or call 606-882-2486 or 606-796-3446. All years of classics, hot rods, customs and sports cars are welcome.
Stober Drives is selling tickets to auction a Queen Sized Quilt with the Cancer Logo, and an autographed Mason County Basketball signed by the Mason County State Champions Basketball team. Tickets are 1 for $1.00 or 6 tickets for $5.00. If interested call Karen at: 606-759-3657. Tickets may be purchased up to and including the night of Mason County Relay Fair, Friday, June 13th.
Mason Co Antique Machinery Show Inc. will have their 22nd Annual show on June 20-22, 2008 at Moran's Motosports Park located on the AA Hwy outside of Maysville Ky. Friday night will feature a diesel truck and tractor pull starting at 6PM. Saturday will feature tractor games, silent auction, raffle, cake walk, grocery bingo and a garden tractor pull starting at 7pm. Gate admission will be $5.00 before 2pm with children under 12 are free. Gate admission will be $10.00 per person after 2pm.
Auditions for Seussical the Musical—this year's Maysville Players summer youth production--is today and tomorrow. It's open to all in grades 6 and up. There are 20 roles….including Horton the Elephant, Gertrude McFuzz, the Whos and other Dr. Seuss favorites. All roles require singing. Auditions are at 3 p.m. at the Opera Theatre, 116 West Second Street. Please prepare a short song of your choice. You will also be asked to read from the script and complete a simple movement audition. Production dates are July 31, August 1, 2 and 3. For more info call the Opera House at 606-564-3666.
The WFTM listening area is under a tornado watch until 11 this morning. Stay tuned to WFTM AM 1240 Standards and FM Soft 96 for the latest weather updates.
The Mason County Public Library Bookmobile will not run today or Thursday.
The Green Tokai Green Machines are hosting a cornhole tournament Saturday, June 7 at Green Tokai. The entry fee is $10, with a $100 1st place prize and $50 second place prize. Sign up is at 2pm, with the tournament starting at 3. If you want to register early, call Lori at 759-4445, ext. 158.
Beta Sigma Phi is sponsoring a yard sale Saturday, June 7 to benefit the Relay For Life. The sale will be held from 8 to noon at the corner of Parry Lane and US 68. They will accept donated items Friday from 6 to 7pm. Most items will be sold by the bag for a donation. The Relay For Life is June 13th at the Maysville-Mason County Rec Park.
There will be an adoption fair at Morehead State University June 22 from 1 to 4pm in the Adron Doran University Center. Everyone is invited to talk to the different adoption agencies, both domestic and foreign. If you have ever considered adoption or just want to lean more about the program then please attend.
The Ohio River Valley artists Guild Summer Art Camp starts June 16 and runs through the 20th. There will be two daily sessions: a morning session from 9 to noon and the afternoon session from 1 to 4. The camp is offered to children age 7-14. The camp will be held at 504 Duke of York Street in Washington. Contact the Guild for more information.
Registration for summer classes at MCTC is today from 8:30 to 4 and 5 to 6:30 and Wednesday from 8:30 to 4. Classes begin Monday, June 9.
Tonights award for Distinguished Alumni at Mason County's graduation is only a formality. Danny Weddle distinguishes himself every day by his hard work and committment to his family. It's nice to know everyone else in the community thinks so, too. Congratulations!
Limestone Habitat for Humanity has announced plans for the group's third home for deserving families. You can help make a difference by donating to their "one square foot at a time" campaign. A $60 donation will construct one square foot of the next Habitat home. Send your tax deductible donations to Limestone Habitat for Humanity, P.O. Box 86, Maysville, KY 41056.
Oh, the places you'll go! Auditions for Seussical Jr—this year's Maysville Players summer youth production--is next week. It's open to all in grades 6 and up. There are 20 roles….including Horton the Elephant, Gertrude McFuzz, the Whos and other Dr. Seuss favorites. All roles require singing. Auditions are June 4 and 5 at 3 p.m. at the Opera Theatre, 116 West Second Street. Please prepare a short song of your choice. You will also be asked to read from the script and complete a simple movement audition. Production dates are July 31, August 1, 2 and 3. See you there!
The Southeast Central Kentucky Mine Rescue Association will host a mine rescue contest in Maysville June 4-6. The event will feature experienced and novice teams competing in mine rescue, bench, gas tests and first aid. Trophies will be presented at a banquet after the contest. The contest is sponsored by Carmeuse North America. For information contact Sam Linville at sammylinville@yahoo.com.
The following Mason County Offices will be closed Monday for the Memorial Day holiday: Judge-Executive's office, Treasurer's office, Sheriff's office, Road Department, Maysville-Mason County landfill, Recycling Center, and the Garbage Collections office. Mason County garbage will be picked up as normal. City of Maysville offices will be closed Monday. Maysville transit service will run Monday. Trash service for Monday will be picked up on Tuesday.
Today is your final chance to catch the Maysville Player's latest hit, the musical comedy "Nunsense." Showtime is at 2pm at the Washington Opera House.
City of Maysville offices will be closed Monday for the Memorial Day holiday. Maysville City Transit will run Monday. Monday's trash will be picked up on Tuesday.
The Maysville-Mason County Rec Park pool will not open this weekend because of mechanical problems. The opening date for the pool has been pushed to the weekend of May 31st.
The Legends Rock N Roll Comedy Show is going to be one of the highlights of a block party Friday night on middle Market Street as part of the Buffalo Trails MultiSport Races. According to their website, "The harmonies that characterize the music of the 50's, 60's and early 70's are accentuated by the powerful and precise voices of THE LEGENDS. Combined with high energy choreography, professional costumes, funny props, comedy and audience participation. Their credibility is impressive!They have performed with Lou Christie, The Beach Boys, The Temptations, The Vogues, The Four Tops, The Smothers Brothers, The Imperials and America just to name a few." The party starts at 7pm.
This weekend is the annual Buffalo Trails MultiSport Race in Maysville and surrounding environs. The race consists of a Triathlon (swim, bike and run), a Duathlon (run, bike and run) and a 5K run with a portion of the proceeds going to the Relay For Life. You don't have to be a hardbody to take part, either. Volunteers are needed for the event. A meeting is going to be held tonight at 7pm at the Mason County Extension Office. Come on out and help make the race a continued success! If you want to know more, call the Chamber of Commerce at 606-564-5534 or 888-875-6297.
The 39th district baseball and softball tournaments were postposed yesterday. The games have been rescheduled for today.
23 Members of a United Methodist children's choir from Uganda, Africa will perform tonight at Trinity United Methodist Church in downtown Maysville at 7. The concert is free and open to the public. While they are here, the choir will get a taste of Maysville hospitality with trips to area schools and museums.
The 39th district baseball and softball tournament games were rained out Monday and have been rescheduled for today. In the softball tournament at the Maysville-Mason County Rec Park, Mason County plays Saint Patrick at 5:30pm. In the baseball tournament at Bracken County, Saint Patrick plays Augusta at 5:30pm, followed by Mason County against Bracken County at 7:30pm. If you can't make it to the game, you can hear it on WFTM AM 1240.
Today is primary election day in Kentucky. Polls are open until 6pm, so enjoy your right and privilege--vote!
Registration for the 2008-2009 school year at Mason County High School starts today. Senior registration is from 3:30 to 6:30pm today, Junior registration is from 8 to 11am Tuesday, Sophomore registration is from 1 to 4pm Tuesday, and Freshmen register Wednesday from 3:30 to 6:30pm.
The Nuns are ready for you! The Maysville Players production of the hit musical comedy "Nunsense" begins its run tonight at the Washington Opera House. Tonight is a special "pay what you will" preview at 7pm, where a minimum $5 donation will get you in to enjoy the show. Normal showtimes are this Friday and Saturday at 8pm and Sunday at 2pm, with shows also running next week. Come out tonight, or call 606-564-3666 to get your reservations for one of the other performances.
The 10th annual Scottie, Shane, Marlee 2008 L.A. Memorial Tournaments are May 31st and June 1st. For softball info, call Randy at 606-564-0307. For basketball info, call Jimmy at 937-392-9497. For all other questions, call Kelli at 937-795-2462 or Mark at 937-795-2408.
The 7th annual Drug House Odyssey is today and tomorrow at Maysville Community & Technical College. The Odyssey is a live drama delivering a message about drinking and driving. The drama will be open to the public today from 6 to 7:30pm. It will be presented to around 900 high school students tomorrow. If you want to see the horrors of impaired driving without having to live through it, this is a powerful way to get the message across, to both youth and adults.
The Mason County Library board of trustees will meet today at 4:15pm in the library meeting room. The meeting was moved up a week because of Election Day. Tomorrow the library Book Discussion Club will meet at 10am. This month's title is "Peony In Love" by Lisa See.
Ann Downing, a regular performer with the Gaither Homecoming group, will be in concert Saturday May 17th at Germantown United Methodist Church. The concert begins at 7pm. For information, call 606-883-3349.
The Fernleaf Highland Volunteer Fire Department is having a fish fry Sunday May 18th from 11 to 2 at the fire hall. They're located on Slack Pike across from the BP truck stop. All proceeds benefit the fire department.
With the Kentucky primary election only a week away, Chelsea Clinton is making a stop in Maysville to stump for her mother, Hillary. Clinton is scheduled to be at Capronis at 11 this morning. The event is open to the public.
The Maysville Players box office will be open this week for patrons who have reserved tickets for the upcoming production of "Nunsense." Box office hours will be Saturday May 10 and 17 from 9am to noon and Monday through Thursday May 12-15 and 19-22 from 5 to 7pm. Seats are going fast--to reserve tickets, call the box office at 606-564-3666.
Last month's "Gallery Hop" was so successful that another one is in the planning stages. The date for the next hop will be June 16th from 6 to 9pm. For the uninitiated, art galleries downtown open their doors and invite you to tour the downtown area and see the many displays of local talent the city has to offer. I'll get you more details as soon as they become available.
The Mason County High School Technology Student Association will sponsor a donkey basketball game tonight at 7 at the Fieldhouse. Participants will include local politicians and Mason County teachers and students. Advance tickets are $5. Tickets at the door are $7.
Tassels away! Graduation on the Maysville campus of Maysville Community & Technical College is Friday at 6:30pm. Weather permitting, the graduation will be held on the front lawn. Never ones to take a break, summer classwork at MCTC begins Monday-4 week intercession and first 8 week session.
Community & Economic Development at MCTC will offer continuing education hours for cosmetology, HVAC, and plumbing professionals in May & June. The Update for plumbers will be Saturday, May 17th, the Cosmetology Seminar will be held Monday, May 19th, and the HVAC update will be held Saturday, June 21st. To register for continuing education hours or for more information phone 759-7141, ext. 66120.
The Maysville Players production of the hit comedy "Nunsense" is a week away! The cast is (left to right) Barbara Goldman, Catherine Clarke, Barbie Zweigart, Erin Lynn Jones and Christy Berry. Reservations are filling up fast--to get yours call the theatre box office at 606-564-3666. For ticket information, visit the Players website http://www.maysvilleplayers.com.
If you see George Clooney today, be sure and say Happy Birthday. George is celebrating his 47th. Of course, if you DON'T see George, that's okay. He'll still be 47.
Youthfest 2008 is Saturday from 10am to 5pm at Rotary Park in downtown Maysville. Events include Maysville's Most Talented, Diaper Derby, Beauty Pageant, Pet Fashion Show, Carnival Games, and a free African drumming and dancing performance by Bi-Okoto from 5 to 6pm.
The Delta Queen will make a stop at Limestone Landing tomorrow from 8am to 1pm. The Queen will make several stops in town now through October. Unfortunately, no boarding is allowed. The future of the Delta Queen is up in the air, as you can read in today's Cincinnati Enquirer:
http://news.enquirer.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080505/NEWS01/305050030
Congratulations to Frankie Sapp of Maysville, winner of the Mother's Day gift basket from the Buffalo Trace ADD Relay For Life team. Fundraisers are still going full force, as teams prepare of the County Fair June 13 at the Rec Park. Wanna know what's going to be at the fair? Stay tuned--a full report is coming soon!
The kick-off to this year's May's Lick Asparagus Festival will be a cruise-in Friday, May 16th from 5 to 8pm. The cruise-in will be at the site for the new May's Lick fire station next to May's Lick Market on US 68. There will also be a fish fry to benefit the renovation of the historic May's Lick Negro School. For info, call Kenny at 606-763-6294.
There will be a Derby Day party at the Knights of Columbus hall Saturday. Watch the race, then nosh on dinner at 7pm. Enjoy round roast or pork loin, potatoes, green beans and a beverage. Only $10 a plate. Saddle up!
The Mason County Homemakers will present their annual SPRING FLING, Saturday, May 3rd from 8 am until 2 pm. At the Mason County Extension Office.There will be a spring flower sale presented by Cropper’s Greenhouse, annual blacktop rummage sale and a bake sale with over 100 items to be sold. Proceeds from the Blacktop sale go to Ovarian Cancer Research, the flower sales go to the Scholarship fund and the bake sale goes to promote Mason County Homemakers projects.
The Aberdeen Friends of the Library are holding their annual Spring book sale Friday from noon to 5:30pm and Saturday from 10am to 3:30pm. If you'd like to donate books for the event, drop them off at the library during regular business hours.
The Maysville Players present the habit-forming musical, "Nunsense" May 15-25 at the Washington Opera House, 116 West Second Street in downtown Maysville. Performances are 8 p.m. Thursdays-Saturdays and 2 p.m. on Sundays. A "Pay What You Will" preview performance begins at 7 p.m. May 15. Tickets are $15-$10 and reservations are suggested by calling (606) 564-3666.
The Mason County High School PTSO will hold their monthly meeting today at 7pm in the school library. The SBDM Council election for parent members will be held today from noon to 1pm and 6 to 7:30pm for voting. All parents who will have children at MCHS next school year are eligible to vote.
You have one last chance to see the show that has packed the Washington Opera House this weekend. The Saint Patrick production of "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat has its final performance Sunday at 2pm. So after Church, stop by the Antique Machinery show then take in the play!
The 12th annual US Grant Celebration is this weekend in Georgetown, Ohio. Events will include history walks, a traveling magic show, music, an 1860s church service and more. Festivties start at 7:30pm Friday, 9am Saturday and 10:30am Sunday. Admission is $3, with children 12 and under free.
*You're not buried in a tomb--you're entombed, silly.
"Plant food" takes on a whole new meaning this weekend as the Ripley-Union-Lewis-Huntington musical "Little Shop of Horrors" takes the stage. Showtimes are Friday and Saturday at 7pm and Sunday at 3pm. Tickets are $10 each and are on sale in the high school office. The show is a comedy, but it gets a PG rating for some language and mild violence.
The Mason County Royals Concert Band earned a Distinguished Rating at the KMEA District 8 Concert Band Festival. This is the fifth year in a row that the concert band has earned a Distinguished Rating at this event, and the second time that they have received a Distinguished rating from all four adjudicators. The band will next perform at the KMEA State Concert Band Festival in early May. The band will present its spring Pops Concert on Thursday, May 22 at 7 p.m. in Fields Auditorium on the campus of Maysville Community and Technical College.
Advance ticket sales for St. Patrick Gala & Friday opening performance of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dream Coat will be held on Tuesday, April 22nd from 5-7 p.m. St. Patrick gym. Gala & Friday performance tickets are $20.00. Gala begins at 6:30 p.m. performance begins 7:30 p.m., Friday, April 25th at Washington Opera House. Tickets for performance only $12 for adults and $8 for students. Additional performances will be held on Saturday, April 26th at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, April 27th at 2:00 p..m.
Rehearsals are underway for the Maysville Players newest production, Nunsense. The cast features Barbara Zweigart as Sister Mary Regina, Christy Berry as Sister Hubert, Catherine Clarke as Sister Mary Amnesia, Erin Linn Jones as Sister Mary Leo and Barbara Goldman as Sister Robert Anne, The Little Sisters of Hoboken. Directed by Washington Opera House Executive Director Mike Thomas, the musical comedy has spawned numerous revivals, as well as several sequels. Show dates are May 15-25. Show times are 8 p.m. May 16-17 and 22-24. Sunday matinees will be given at 2 p.m. May 18 and 25. Tickets are $15 for adults, $12 for seniors age 65 and above, and $10 for students and children 18 and below. Group rates for 10 or more are also available. Reservations can be made by calling (606) 564-3666. A special “Pay What You Will” preview performance will be at 7 p.m. Thursday, May 15th. Audiences are asked to make a minimum donation of $3. The May 16th opening will include a “wine and wafer” affair in the theatre ballroom following the performance. Tickets to that event are $25 and include seating for the show. Tickets are going fast, so reserve your seats now. For more information, go to maysvilleplayers.com or call (606) 564-3666.
Career Craze 2008 will be held June 2-6 from 9 to 2 at Maysville Community & Technical College. This year's program for 6th to 8th graders will feature 14 career tracks. Students will be able to explore careers in medical, environmental, agriculture/horticulture, auto mechanics, culinary arts, manufacturing, early childhood education and more. There is no cost to attend the program, but students need to apply by May 15th to be accepted in the program. Interested students can contact their school or MCTC at 759-7141, ext 66120 for an application or more information.
The weekend of July 25-27 is the date for the Augusta Riverfest Regatta. The annual event includes craft booths, food, music and more. There is still time to reserve a food or craft booth. Call Steve Miller at 606-756-2183 for info.
The Stober Drives Relay For Life Team is offering 4 Cincinnati Reds Tickets plus parking pass for the April 20th 1pm game when the Reds take on the Brewers. Only a dollar a ticket, or 6 tickets for $5. The drawing will be held April 17 at 3:30pm. Just contact Beverly or Melissa at Stober for tickets and good luck!
An earthquake in Illinois was felt by early risers in the WFTM listening area. The US geological survey says the magnitude 5.4 quake was centered near West Salem, Illinois, or about 40 miles northwest of Evansville, Indiana. the earthquake occurred at 5:30 this morning. There were no immediate reports of injuries. According to the survey's web site, the area where the earthquake occured borders the more seismically active New Madrid seismic zone on the north and west. the seismic region covers parts of Indiana, Kentucky, Illinois, Missouri, and Arkansas and stretches from Indianapolis and St. Louis to Memphis. The largest historical earthquake in the region was also a magnitude 5.4, and damaged southern Illinois in 1968. the geological survey says Moderately damaging earthquakes strike somewhere in the region each decade or two, and smaller earthquakes are felt about once or twice a year.
Release the hounds! The Women's Crisis Center and The Humane Society of Buffalo Trace are co-hosting the 2nd Annual "Doggie Derby" Dog Walk on Saturday, April 26th, 2008, at the Mason County Rec Park. Registration begins at 2:00 p.m. and the walk begins at 3:00 p.m. The Doggie Derby (done in the style of the Kentucky Derby) benefits The Women's Crisis Center's pet protection program, and The Humane Society of Buffalo Trace's outreach programs. These programs provides much needed shelter for pets , health and wellness information, spay/neuter assistance. Early registration is $15 and registration the day of the event is $25.00. All proceeds are split 50/50 between the both of these non-profit groups. If you want to know more, tune in to the Breakfast Club Tuesday (8am on Soft 96, as if you didn't already know).
It's a run. It's a swim. It's a bike race. Wait--it's all 3! The Bullafo Trails Multisport Race is May 24th at 8am in downtown Maysville and beyond. The triathlon is a swim, bike and run, the duathlon is a run, bike and run, and then there's the 5K, which will benefit the Relay For Life. A block party is going on Friday the 23rd feautring music by the Legends. If you're fit, sign up! If you're not, come cheer on the athletes who come here from across the nation and the world. You can get information at http://buffalotrailsraces.com or sign up at http://www.getmeregistered.com.
Russ Curtis is known as one of the most innovative teachers in this region. His "Pay it forward" approach to teaching allows students to learn, while at the same time giving back to the community. One of his best programs is the annual Senior Citizen Prom. The prom brings area senior citizens and youth together for a great evening of dinner, dancing and conversation. This year's prom will be held Thursday, May 1st from 5 to 8pm. The event is free. If you want to know more, call 937-392-4384.
Teams for this year's Relay For Life of Mason County met last night, and it looks like June 13th is shaping up to be a memorable evening! The theme this year is County Fair, and instead of camps, each Relay team will offer fair games and/or food. From dunking booths to cornhole to football tosses to cake walks. From hot dogs to ribeyes to ice balls to cotton candy. All to help fight cancer. This year's Relay will be held at the Mason County Rec Park. Mark your calendar now, and get ready to have a great time!
If you get a chance, grab the Ledger and check out Simon Watt's letter to the editor on the Browning Miniatures collection at the Kentucky Gateway Museum Center. As always, Simon elegantly puts into words why you should rush to the Museum to see the exhibit, and why you should appreciate the fact that this world-class exhibit is in Maysville instead of a larger city.
The Ledger-Independent Relay For Life team is offering lunch again April 22nd. On the menu: Chef's Salad, with your choice of Italian or Ranch dressing. The cost is only $5. And take it from experience--their salads are great! The deadline to order is Wednesday the 16th, so get your office together for an order and contact Jane Kabler at the Ledger. Deliveries will be made from 11am to 1pm the 22nd. A tasty, healthy way to help fight cancer!
Don't forget--the Relay For Life of Mason County will have a team captain's meeting Monday night at 6pm in the Calvert Center of Maysville Community and Technical College. This year's theme is County Fair--it's going to be a lot of fun and there is still time to be a part of it. If you have a team, come to the meeting. If you don't have a team but want to form one, come to the meeting. If you are an individual and want to be part of a team, come to the meeting!
Make your way down to the Rotary clubhouse for the Friends of the Library book sale, going on 'til 5 today and until 2 tomorrow. Lots of great books at insane prices. I've got my stack--have you got yours?
The Saint Patrick School 2008 Spring Gala and performance of "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat" is a couple of weeks away. Tickets for the April 25th gala and performance are $20, with the gala beginning at 6:30pm before the 7:30pm performance. Additional performances will be held April 26th at 7:30pm and April 27th at 2pm. The show will be held at the Washington Opera House downtown. For more info, call 606-798-2829.
A blood drive is scheduled Monday at Maysville Community and Technical College. The drive will be held from 11:30am to 4pm behind the Technical Center. Each donor will receive a free gift. Blah!
The Washington Lions Club will sponsor their 14th annual Maysville Antique and Craft Expo April 26th from 9 to 5 and April 27th from 10 to 4. The expo will be held at the King Burley Center off the AA Highway. There will be over 125 booths of antiques and more. The Lions Club will offer free eye exams. Food and beverages will be available. Admission is only $2.
Stober Drives is raffling off a Queen-sized quilt to benefit the Mason County Relay for Life with the Cancer Logo on it within the community. Chances are $1.00 each or 6 chances for $5.00.
The quilt was made by Kathy Montieth. Need information? Contact Karen at kfo@stober.com.
The Mason County Concert Choir and Orchestra are going medieval on audiences this month with the production of Lerner and Loewe's "Camelot." Showtimes are April 18th and 19th at 7:30pm and April 20th at 2:15pm at the downtown high school auditorium on East 2nd Street. All auditorium seating is reserved and all tickets are $12. The box office will be open April 14th, 15th and 17th from 5:30 to 7:30pm. The box office will also be open one hour prior to each performance April 18th, 19th and 20th. The presentation is sponsored in part by the Bank of Maysville.
The 21st annual Chocolate Festival is April 19-20 in Historic Washington. The streets will be flowing with chocolate (figuratively). Compete in contests and enjoy the museums, shops, horse-drawn carriage rides, a pirate ship ride, and lots of games. Of course, after eating all that chocolate, a brisk walk might be in order, chubs. For information, call 606-759-0505.
The Buffalo Trace Children's Advocacy Center will hold their 3rd annual 5K Run/Walk Saturday, April 26th in downtown Maysville. Registration begins at 7:30am with the race starting at 8:30. You can download your registration form at http://www.btcac.org.
The Maysville Lions Club Radio Auction is this week. Here's your chance to bid on items and place Bucks for Luck, while at the same time supporting the Lions Club's many local projects, including the Lions Eyesight Project. Showtime is 6:30 each evening through Saturday on WFTM Soft 96. Blow the cobwebs off your wallet and get in on the fun now!
The Maysville-Mason County NAACP's annual Freedom Fund Gala "The Fierce Urgency of Now" is Saturday, April 26th from 7 to 9:30pm at the Mason County Middle School. Deputy Commissioner of Education Dr. Elaine Farris will be the keynote speaker. The Master of Ceremony will be Wayne "Box" Miller, Sports Director and host of the Prime Time Sports Show on 1230 WDBZ in Cincinnati. For tickets or information call 606-584-8929.
Don’t forget: open registration for Summer and Fall 2008 semesters at Maysville Community and Technical College runs through April 18th from 8am to 4:30pm. And as I’ve said on the air (ad nauseum), if you know a graduating senior, a great gift idea would be the gift of college credit hours or a gift certificate from the Barnes and Noble bookstore on campus. A literal investment in a young person’s future. Wanna know more? Go online: http://www.maysville.kctcs.edu/
Artisans, collectors and fans from across the world are in Maysville this week to celebrate the unveiling of the Kathleen Savage Browning Miniatures collection at the Kentucky Gateway Museum Center on Sutton Street. If everyone across the planet has beaten you to see it, here's why you need to stop in for a visit: The 3,200-square-foot exhibit hall has miniatures ranging from our own Cox Building to Princess Diana's Spencer House, accurate to the last tiny detail. For more information, go to the Museum's web site: http://www.kygmc.org/miniatureExhibits/
Get a copy of WFTM’s broadcast of the Mason County Royals’ 57-48 win over Holmes in the state championship game. Each CD costs $5 and all of the money will go to the American Cancer Society Relay for Life. You can purchase the CD at the WFTM studios at 626 Forest Avenue in Maysville.
