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    TWO CHARGES FOR STOLEN VEHICLES INCLUDED IN GJ INDICTMENTS

    TWO CHARGES FOR STOLEN VEHICLES INCLUDED IN GJ INDICTMENTS

    Ricky Skaggs gets LCHS diploma presented by Fletcher

    Lawrence Co Deputies discover 40 g of meth and thousands of dollars in suspected stolen goods  in the Blaine community.

    Lawrence Co Deputies discover 40 g of meth and thousands of dollars in suspected stolen goods in the Blaine community.

    FORMER LAWRENCE COUNTY SHERIFF AND LOUISA CITY POLICE CHIEF GARRETT ROBERTS DIES SUDDENLY

    FORMER LAWRENCE COUNTY SHERIFF AND LOUISA CITY POLICE CHIEF GARRETT ROBERTS DIES SUDDENLY

    ON THIS GOOD FRIDAY 2021…

    ON THIS GOOD FRIDAY 2021…

    LAWRENCE COUNTY MAN TO GO ON TRIAL IN MAY FOR FEDERAL CHILD PORN CASE

    LAWRENCE COUNTY MAN TO GO ON TRIAL IN MAY FOR FEDERAL CHILD PORN CASE

    LAWRENCE COUNTY GRAND JURY RETURNS FIFTEEN INDICTMENTS FOR ITS MARCH 2021 MEETING SESSION

    LAWRENCE COUNTY GRAND JURY RETURNS FIFTEEN INDICTMENTS FOR ITS MARCH 2021 MEETING SESSION

    East Kentucky Native Opens New Clinic in Her Hometown

    East Kentucky Native Opens New Clinic in Her Hometown

    SEARCH CONTINUES FOR MISSING LAWRENCE COUNTY, KY. TEENAGER WHO WAS LAST SEEN BACK AT THE END OF FEBRUARY

    SEARCH CONTINUES FOR MISSING LAWRENCE COUNTY, KY. TEENAGER WHO WAS LAST SEEN BACK AT THE END OF FEBRUARY

    DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME SWITCH TOMORROW NIGHT!

    DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME SWITCH TOMORROW NIGHT!

  • Sports
    Salmons hits six three pointers and Muncy torches Point Pleasant for 29 points in a Tolsia road victory

    Salmons hits six three pointers and Muncy torches Point Pleasant for 29 points in a Tolsia road victory

    Collinsworth hits for the cycle and drives in eight runs versus Floyd Central; Maynard plays key role in victories over Russell and FC

    Collinsworth hits for the cycle and drives in eight runs versus Floyd Central; Maynard plays key role in victories over Russell and FC

    GRAYSON SIGNS TO PLAY VOLLEYBALL AT UNION COLLEGE

    GRAYSON SIGNS TO PLAY VOLLEYBALL AT UNION COLLEGE

    Fort Gay and Crum Boys Basketball will play in the Wayne Co. Tournament beginning Tuesday

    Fort Gay and Crum Boys Basketball will play in the Wayne Co. Tournament beginning Tuesday

    Tolsia Senior Julie Boone makes it official; to play basketball for West Virginia Tech University

    Tolsia Senior Julie Boone makes it official; to play basketball for West Virginia Tech University

    Danielle Crum belts two run home run in extra innings to lead Bulldogs past the number one team in the state

    Danielle Crum belts two run home run in extra innings to lead Bulldogs past the number one team in the state

    Blue Fletcher homers in victory over Martin Co. on Monday, Play undefeated Russell at home today

    Blue Fletcher homers in victory over Martin Co. on Monday, Play undefeated Russell at home today

    Tolsia Lady Rebels defeat county rival Wayne, Postseason up next against Sherman on Tuesday

    Tolsia Lady Rebels defeat county rival Wayne, Postseason up next against Sherman on Tuesday

    Softball Dawgs start the season 2-2 with two one run losses; Team is young but full of potential, coach says

    Softball Dawgs start the season 2-2 with two one run losses; Team is young but full of potential, coach says

  • Lifestyles
    Kentucky to get more funds for SNAP; to feed more children

    Kentucky to get more funds for SNAP; to feed more children

     Intrust Healthcare Counseling  Service: Welcome to the Team Elizabeth Price-Slone, Case Manager!

     Intrust Healthcare Counseling  Service: Welcome to the Team Elizabeth Price-Slone, Case Manager!

    FEMA REIMBURSING FUNERAL COSTS FOR COVID-19 VICTIMS

    FEMA REIMBURSING FUNERAL COSTS FOR COVID-19 VICTIMS

    DON’T FORGET TO CHECK OUT THE NEW LAZER CALENDAR ON HOME PAGE

    DON’T FORGET TO CHECK OUT THE NEW LAZER CALENDAR ON HOME PAGE

    THE HUNT IS ON — EASTER EGG HUNT THAT IS!!!

    THE HUNT IS ON — EASTER EGG HUNT THAT IS!!!

    Lawrence county Park Update 3/14/21 – Trails closed, golf course open

    Lawrence county Park Update 3/14/21 – Trails closed, golf course open

    LPD congratulates Wright on new position

    LPD congratulates Wright on new position

    ‘A RAY OF Hope’ plays vital role in community health and service

    ‘A RAY OF Hope’ plays vital role in community health and service

    RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE AT:  Louisa First Baptist Church – Thursday, March 18 from 1–6 pm

    RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE AT: Louisa First Baptist Church – Thursday, March 18 from 1–6 pm

  • Courthouse
    Lawrence County Court Docket for the week of April 5-9

    Lawrence County Court Docket for the week of April 5-9

    Lawrence County Civil Suits for the week of April 5-9

    Lawrence County Civil Suits for the week of April 5-9

    LOUISA POLICE OFFICER RECEIVES AWARD FOR IMPAIRED DRIVING ARRESTS

    LOUISA POLICE OFFICER RECEIVES AWARD FOR IMPAIRED DRIVING ARRESTS

    Fiscal Court receives $105,000 from the Kentucky 911 Services Board

    Fiscal Court receives $105,000 from the Kentucky 911 Services Board

    Special Fiscal Court Meeting Agenda March 31, 2021

    Special Fiscal Court Meeting Agenda March 31, 2021

    LAWRENCE COUNTY ARREST LIST – MARCH 10-MARCH 26, 2021

    LAWRENCE COUNTY ARREST LIST – MARCH 10-MARCH 26, 2021

    Lawrence County Civil Court Docket for the week of March 22-26

    Lawrence County Civil Court Docket for the week of March 22-26

    Lawrence County Court Docket for the week of March 22-26

    Lawrence County Court Docket for the week of March 22-26

    LOUISA POLICE ARREST MALLIE, KY MAN AFTER FOOT CHASE

    LOUISA POLICE ARREST MALLIE, KY MAN AFTER FOOT CHASE

  • Recollections
    GROWING UP IN LOUISA…Take a stroll

    GROWING UP IN LOUISA…Take a stroll

    GROWING UP IN LOUISA: Helping Mom

    GROWING UP IN LOUISA: Helping Mom

    GROWING UP IN LOUISA: Palm Sunday

    GROWING UP IN LOUISA: Palm Sunday

    GROWING UP IN LOUISA: What a winter!

    GROWING UP IN LOUISA: What a winter!

    GROWING UP IN LOUISA: It ain’t Always Fun!

    GROWING UP IN LOUISA: It ain’t Always Fun!

    GROWING UP IN LOUISA: Down Town

    GROWING UP IN LOUISA: Down Town

    FRED JONES: HACK’S NEWS STAND

    FRED JONES: HACK’S NEWS STAND

    GROWING UP IN LOUISA:  Penny Post Cards

    GROWING UP IN LOUISA: Penny Post Cards

    GROWING UP IN LOUISA: Get Well, Soon!

    GROWING UP IN LOUISA: Get Well, Soon!

  • Obituaries
    Bettie Jane Gribbet, 87, of Fort Gay, WV

    Bettie Jane Gribbet, 87, of Fort Gay, WV

    Mrs. Regina Workman, 57, of Fort Gay, WV

    Mrs. Regina Workman, 57, of Fort Gay, WV

    Arnett Edward Hogston, Sr., 78, of Louisa, KY

    Arnett Edward Hogston, Sr., 78, of Louisa, KY

    Eddie Joe Perry, 76, Wayne Co., W. Va.

    Eddie Joe Perry, 76, Wayne Co., W. Va.

    Garrett Michael Roberts Jr. 54 of Louisa, KY

    Garrett Michael Roberts Jr. 54 of Louisa, KY

    Fred C. Dean, 43, of Fort Gay, WV

    Fred C. Dean, 43, of Fort Gay, WV

    James B. Maynard, Sr., 85, formerly of Warfield

    James B. Maynard, Sr., 85, formerly of Warfield

    Alta Lou McKinzie, 86, of Fort Gay, WV

    Alta Lou McKinzie, 86, of Fort Gay, WV

    James Sherman Griffith, 55 of Columbus, OH

    James Sherman Griffith, 55 of Columbus, OH

  • Regional News
    DEATH INVESTIGATION OPENED AFTER HUMAN REMAINS FOUND ON PRIVATE PROPERTY IN MARTIN COUNTY KY

    DEATH INVESTIGATION OPENED AFTER HUMAN REMAINS FOUND ON PRIVATE PROPERTY IN MARTIN COUNTY KY

    Kentucky Temporarily Pauses Use of Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 Vaccine

    Kentucky Temporarily Pauses Use of Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 Vaccine

    LAWRENCE COUNTY, KY. MAN, WAYNE COUNTY, W.VA. WOMAN ARRESTED ON DRUG AND OTHER RELATED CHARGES

    LAWRENCE COUNTY, KY. MAN, WAYNE COUNTY, W.VA. WOMAN ARRESTED ON DRUG AND OTHER RELATED CHARGES

    Attorney General’s Office secures nearly $50K in utility credits for Ky. AmeriGas customers

    Attorney General’s Office secures nearly $50K in utility credits for Ky. AmeriGas customers

    JOHNSON CO. MAN FOUND DEAD OUTSIDE A HOME ON SLATE BRANCH

    JOHNSON CO. MAN FOUND DEAD OUTSIDE A HOME ON SLATE BRANCH

    Greenup County Man Arrested For Child Sexual Exploitation

    Greenup County Man Arrested For Child Sexual Exploitation

    SLONE NAMED BY GOVERNOR TO REPLACE DAVIS AS JUDGE/EXEC IN MARTIN CO.

    SLONE NAMED BY GOVERNOR TO REPLACE DAVIS AS JUDGE/EXEC IN MARTIN CO.

    GOTCHA!  Gov. Beshear Announces Task Force on Unemployment Insurance Fraud

    GOTCHA! Gov. Beshear Announces Task Force on Unemployment Insurance Fraud

    WAYNE SHERIFF’S DEPUTIES ARREST OHIO WOMAN IN STOLEN CADILLAC

    WAYNE SHERIFF’S DEPUTIES ARREST OHIO WOMAN IN STOLEN CADILLAC

  • Announcements
    The last day to pay 2020 county property taxes is Thursday, April 15

    The last day to pay 2020 county property taxes is Thursday, April 15

    Louisa City Council Regular Meeting Agenda April 13, 2021–7:00pm

    Louisa City Council Regular Meeting Agenda April 13, 2021–7:00pm

    Who is ready for 4-H Camp 2021?!

    Who is ready for 4-H Camp 2021?!

    DON’T FORGET TO CHECK OUT THE NEW LAZER CALENDAR ON HOME PAGE

    DON’T FORGET TO CHECK OUT THE NEW LAZER CALENDAR ON HOME PAGE

    LAWRENCE BOE INVITES BIDS FOR FINANCIAL AND BANKING SERVICES

    LAWRENCE BOE INVITES BIDS FOR FINANCIAL AND BANKING SERVICES

    Lawrence Co. District and school grass mowing and trimming bids for BOE being accepted

    Lawrence Co. District and school grass mowing and trimming bids for BOE being accepted

    OPEN BIDS: LAWRENCE CO CONSERVATION DISTRICT LETS BIDS ON WOOD CHIPPER

    OPEN BIDS: LAWRENCE CO CONSERVATION DISTRICT LETS BIDS ON WOOD CHIPPER

    THE HUNT IS ON — EASTER EGG HUNT THAT IS!!!

    THE HUNT IS ON — EASTER EGG HUNT THAT IS!!!

    Greens Aerification will begin this Monday at Eagle Ridge!!  Only 9 holes will be open daily

    Greens Aerification will begin this Monday at Eagle Ridge!!  Only 9 holes will be open daily

  • Editorials/Letters
    BESHEAR SAYS NEW LAW WILL PRODUCE JOBS, OTHER SERVICES FOR KY

    BESHEAR SAYS NEW LAW WILL PRODUCE JOBS, OTHER SERVICES FOR KY

    SENATOR PHILLIP WHEELER: LEGISLATIVE MEASURES TO ADDRESS UNEMPLOYMENT CRISIS BEGIN TO TAKE EFFECT

    SENATOR PHILLIP WHEELER: LEGISLATIVE MEASURES TO ADDRESS UNEMPLOYMENT CRISIS BEGIN TO TAKE EFFECT

    SENATOR PHILLIP WHEELER’S LEGISLATIVE UPDATE

    SENATOR PHILLIP WHEELER’S LEGISLATIVE UPDATE

    Governor says bipartisan ‘Better KY’ legislation to create jobs, boost economy

    Governor says bipartisan ‘Better KY’ legislation to create jobs, boost economy

    Biden to unveil $2.25 trillion infrastructure plan today with plenty of rural resonance

    Biden to unveil $2.25 trillion infrastructure plan today with plenty of rural resonance

    Governor vetoes five bills that would strip power from executive branch

    Governor vetoes five bills that would strip power from executive branch

    SENATOR PHILLIP WHEELER’S LEGISLATIVE UPDATE

    SENATOR PHILLIP WHEELER’S LEGISLATIVE UPDATE

    Lawmakers approve bill allowing students to retake a year of school; KENTUCKY SENATE PASSES GROUND-BREAKING ELECTION REFORM BILL

    Lawmakers approve bill allowing students to retake a year of school; KENTUCKY SENATE PASSES GROUND-BREAKING ELECTION REFORM BILL

    SENATOR PHILLIP WHEELER’S LEGISLATIVE UPDATE, March 12, 2021

    SENATOR PHILLIP WHEELER’S LEGISLATIVE UPDATE, March 12, 2021

  • News
    TWO CHARGES FOR STOLEN VEHICLES INCLUDED IN GJ INDICTMENTS

    TWO CHARGES FOR STOLEN VEHICLES INCLUDED IN GJ INDICTMENTS

    Ricky Skaggs gets LCHS diploma presented by Fletcher

    Lawrence Co Deputies discover 40 g of meth and thousands of dollars in suspected stolen goods  in the Blaine community.

    Lawrence Co Deputies discover 40 g of meth and thousands of dollars in suspected stolen goods in the Blaine community.

    FORMER LAWRENCE COUNTY SHERIFF AND LOUISA CITY POLICE CHIEF GARRETT ROBERTS DIES SUDDENLY

    FORMER LAWRENCE COUNTY SHERIFF AND LOUISA CITY POLICE CHIEF GARRETT ROBERTS DIES SUDDENLY

    ON THIS GOOD FRIDAY 2021…

    ON THIS GOOD FRIDAY 2021…

    LAWRENCE COUNTY MAN TO GO ON TRIAL IN MAY FOR FEDERAL CHILD PORN CASE

    LAWRENCE COUNTY MAN TO GO ON TRIAL IN MAY FOR FEDERAL CHILD PORN CASE

    LAWRENCE COUNTY GRAND JURY RETURNS FIFTEEN INDICTMENTS FOR ITS MARCH 2021 MEETING SESSION

    LAWRENCE COUNTY GRAND JURY RETURNS FIFTEEN INDICTMENTS FOR ITS MARCH 2021 MEETING SESSION

    East Kentucky Native Opens New Clinic in Her Hometown

    East Kentucky Native Opens New Clinic in Her Hometown

    SEARCH CONTINUES FOR MISSING LAWRENCE COUNTY, KY. TEENAGER WHO WAS LAST SEEN BACK AT THE END OF FEBRUARY

    SEARCH CONTINUES FOR MISSING LAWRENCE COUNTY, KY. TEENAGER WHO WAS LAST SEEN BACK AT THE END OF FEBRUARY

    DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME SWITCH TOMORROW NIGHT!

    DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME SWITCH TOMORROW NIGHT!

  • Sports
    Salmons hits six three pointers and Muncy torches Point Pleasant for 29 points in a Tolsia road victory

    Salmons hits six three pointers and Muncy torches Point Pleasant for 29 points in a Tolsia road victory

    Collinsworth hits for the cycle and drives in eight runs versus Floyd Central; Maynard plays key role in victories over Russell and FC

    Collinsworth hits for the cycle and drives in eight runs versus Floyd Central; Maynard plays key role in victories over Russell and FC

    GRAYSON SIGNS TO PLAY VOLLEYBALL AT UNION COLLEGE

    GRAYSON SIGNS TO PLAY VOLLEYBALL AT UNION COLLEGE

    Fort Gay and Crum Boys Basketball will play in the Wayne Co. Tournament beginning Tuesday

    Fort Gay and Crum Boys Basketball will play in the Wayne Co. Tournament beginning Tuesday

    Tolsia Senior Julie Boone makes it official; to play basketball for West Virginia Tech University

    Tolsia Senior Julie Boone makes it official; to play basketball for West Virginia Tech University

    Danielle Crum belts two run home run in extra innings to lead Bulldogs past the number one team in the state

    Danielle Crum belts two run home run in extra innings to lead Bulldogs past the number one team in the state

    Blue Fletcher homers in victory over Martin Co. on Monday, Play undefeated Russell at home today

    Blue Fletcher homers in victory over Martin Co. on Monday, Play undefeated Russell at home today

    Tolsia Lady Rebels defeat county rival Wayne, Postseason up next against Sherman on Tuesday

    Tolsia Lady Rebels defeat county rival Wayne, Postseason up next against Sherman on Tuesday

    Softball Dawgs start the season 2-2 with two one run losses; Team is young but full of potential, coach says

    Softball Dawgs start the season 2-2 with two one run losses; Team is young but full of potential, coach says

  • Lifestyles
    Kentucky to get more funds for SNAP; to feed more children

    Kentucky to get more funds for SNAP; to feed more children

     Intrust Healthcare Counseling  Service: Welcome to the Team Elizabeth Price-Slone, Case Manager!

     Intrust Healthcare Counseling  Service: Welcome to the Team Elizabeth Price-Slone, Case Manager!

    FEMA REIMBURSING FUNERAL COSTS FOR COVID-19 VICTIMS

    FEMA REIMBURSING FUNERAL COSTS FOR COVID-19 VICTIMS

    DON’T FORGET TO CHECK OUT THE NEW LAZER CALENDAR ON HOME PAGE

    DON’T FORGET TO CHECK OUT THE NEW LAZER CALENDAR ON HOME PAGE

    THE HUNT IS ON — EASTER EGG HUNT THAT IS!!!

    THE HUNT IS ON — EASTER EGG HUNT THAT IS!!!

    Lawrence county Park Update 3/14/21 – Trails closed, golf course open

    Lawrence county Park Update 3/14/21 – Trails closed, golf course open

    LPD congratulates Wright on new position

    LPD congratulates Wright on new position

    ‘A RAY OF Hope’ plays vital role in community health and service

    ‘A RAY OF Hope’ plays vital role in community health and service

    RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE AT:  Louisa First Baptist Church – Thursday, March 18 from 1–6 pm

    RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE AT: Louisa First Baptist Church – Thursday, March 18 from 1–6 pm

  • Courthouse
    Lawrence County Court Docket for the week of April 5-9

    Lawrence County Court Docket for the week of April 5-9

    Lawrence County Civil Suits for the week of April 5-9

    Lawrence County Civil Suits for the week of April 5-9

    LOUISA POLICE OFFICER RECEIVES AWARD FOR IMPAIRED DRIVING ARRESTS

    LOUISA POLICE OFFICER RECEIVES AWARD FOR IMPAIRED DRIVING ARRESTS

    Fiscal Court receives $105,000 from the Kentucky 911 Services Board

    Fiscal Court receives $105,000 from the Kentucky 911 Services Board

    Special Fiscal Court Meeting Agenda March 31, 2021

    Special Fiscal Court Meeting Agenda March 31, 2021

    LAWRENCE COUNTY ARREST LIST – MARCH 10-MARCH 26, 2021

    LAWRENCE COUNTY ARREST LIST – MARCH 10-MARCH 26, 2021

    Lawrence County Civil Court Docket for the week of March 22-26

    Lawrence County Civil Court Docket for the week of March 22-26

    Lawrence County Court Docket for the week of March 22-26

    Lawrence County Court Docket for the week of March 22-26

    LOUISA POLICE ARREST MALLIE, KY MAN AFTER FOOT CHASE

    LOUISA POLICE ARREST MALLIE, KY MAN AFTER FOOT CHASE

  • Recollections
    GROWING UP IN LOUISA…Take a stroll

    GROWING UP IN LOUISA…Take a stroll

    GROWING UP IN LOUISA: Helping Mom

    GROWING UP IN LOUISA: Helping Mom

    GROWING UP IN LOUISA: Palm Sunday

    GROWING UP IN LOUISA: Palm Sunday

    GROWING UP IN LOUISA: What a winter!

    GROWING UP IN LOUISA: What a winter!

    GROWING UP IN LOUISA: It ain’t Always Fun!

    GROWING UP IN LOUISA: It ain’t Always Fun!

    GROWING UP IN LOUISA: Down Town

    GROWING UP IN LOUISA: Down Town

    FRED JONES: HACK’S NEWS STAND

    FRED JONES: HACK’S NEWS STAND

    GROWING UP IN LOUISA:  Penny Post Cards

    GROWING UP IN LOUISA: Penny Post Cards

    GROWING UP IN LOUISA: Get Well, Soon!

    GROWING UP IN LOUISA: Get Well, Soon!

  • Obituaries
    Bettie Jane Gribbet, 87, of Fort Gay, WV

    Bettie Jane Gribbet, 87, of Fort Gay, WV

    Mrs. Regina Workman, 57, of Fort Gay, WV

    Mrs. Regina Workman, 57, of Fort Gay, WV

    Arnett Edward Hogston, Sr., 78, of Louisa, KY

    Arnett Edward Hogston, Sr., 78, of Louisa, KY

    Eddie Joe Perry, 76, Wayne Co., W. Va.

    Eddie Joe Perry, 76, Wayne Co., W. Va.

    Garrett Michael Roberts Jr. 54 of Louisa, KY

    Garrett Michael Roberts Jr. 54 of Louisa, KY

    Fred C. Dean, 43, of Fort Gay, WV

    Fred C. Dean, 43, of Fort Gay, WV

    James B. Maynard, Sr., 85, formerly of Warfield

    James B. Maynard, Sr., 85, formerly of Warfield

    Alta Lou McKinzie, 86, of Fort Gay, WV

    Alta Lou McKinzie, 86, of Fort Gay, WV

    James Sherman Griffith, 55 of Columbus, OH

    James Sherman Griffith, 55 of Columbus, OH

  • Regional News
    DEATH INVESTIGATION OPENED AFTER HUMAN REMAINS FOUND ON PRIVATE PROPERTY IN MARTIN COUNTY KY

    DEATH INVESTIGATION OPENED AFTER HUMAN REMAINS FOUND ON PRIVATE PROPERTY IN MARTIN COUNTY KY

    Kentucky Temporarily Pauses Use of Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 Vaccine

    Kentucky Temporarily Pauses Use of Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 Vaccine

    LAWRENCE COUNTY, KY. MAN, WAYNE COUNTY, W.VA. WOMAN ARRESTED ON DRUG AND OTHER RELATED CHARGES

    LAWRENCE COUNTY, KY. MAN, WAYNE COUNTY, W.VA. WOMAN ARRESTED ON DRUG AND OTHER RELATED CHARGES

    Attorney General’s Office secures nearly $50K in utility credits for Ky. AmeriGas customers

    Attorney General’s Office secures nearly $50K in utility credits for Ky. AmeriGas customers

    JOHNSON CO. MAN FOUND DEAD OUTSIDE A HOME ON SLATE BRANCH

    JOHNSON CO. MAN FOUND DEAD OUTSIDE A HOME ON SLATE BRANCH

    Greenup County Man Arrested For Child Sexual Exploitation

    Greenup County Man Arrested For Child Sexual Exploitation

    SLONE NAMED BY GOVERNOR TO REPLACE DAVIS AS JUDGE/EXEC IN MARTIN CO.

    SLONE NAMED BY GOVERNOR TO REPLACE DAVIS AS JUDGE/EXEC IN MARTIN CO.

    GOTCHA!  Gov. Beshear Announces Task Force on Unemployment Insurance Fraud

    GOTCHA! Gov. Beshear Announces Task Force on Unemployment Insurance Fraud

    WAYNE SHERIFF’S DEPUTIES ARREST OHIO WOMAN IN STOLEN CADILLAC

    WAYNE SHERIFF’S DEPUTIES ARREST OHIO WOMAN IN STOLEN CADILLAC

  • Announcements
    The last day to pay 2020 county property taxes is Thursday, April 15

    The last day to pay 2020 county property taxes is Thursday, April 15

    Louisa City Council Regular Meeting Agenda April 13, 2021–7:00pm

    Louisa City Council Regular Meeting Agenda April 13, 2021–7:00pm

    Who is ready for 4-H Camp 2021?!

    Who is ready for 4-H Camp 2021?!

    DON’T FORGET TO CHECK OUT THE NEW LAZER CALENDAR ON HOME PAGE

    DON’T FORGET TO CHECK OUT THE NEW LAZER CALENDAR ON HOME PAGE

    LAWRENCE BOE INVITES BIDS FOR FINANCIAL AND BANKING SERVICES

    LAWRENCE BOE INVITES BIDS FOR FINANCIAL AND BANKING SERVICES

    Lawrence Co. District and school grass mowing and trimming bids for BOE being accepted

    Lawrence Co. District and school grass mowing and trimming bids for BOE being accepted

    OPEN BIDS: LAWRENCE CO CONSERVATION DISTRICT LETS BIDS ON WOOD CHIPPER

    OPEN BIDS: LAWRENCE CO CONSERVATION DISTRICT LETS BIDS ON WOOD CHIPPER

    THE HUNT IS ON — EASTER EGG HUNT THAT IS!!!

    THE HUNT IS ON — EASTER EGG HUNT THAT IS!!!

    Greens Aerification will begin this Monday at Eagle Ridge!!  Only 9 holes will be open daily

    Greens Aerification will begin this Monday at Eagle Ridge!!  Only 9 holes will be open daily

  • Editorials/Letters
    BESHEAR SAYS NEW LAW WILL PRODUCE JOBS, OTHER SERVICES FOR KY

    BESHEAR SAYS NEW LAW WILL PRODUCE JOBS, OTHER SERVICES FOR KY

    SENATOR PHILLIP WHEELER: LEGISLATIVE MEASURES TO ADDRESS UNEMPLOYMENT CRISIS BEGIN TO TAKE EFFECT

    SENATOR PHILLIP WHEELER: LEGISLATIVE MEASURES TO ADDRESS UNEMPLOYMENT CRISIS BEGIN TO TAKE EFFECT

    SENATOR PHILLIP WHEELER’S LEGISLATIVE UPDATE

    SENATOR PHILLIP WHEELER’S LEGISLATIVE UPDATE

    Governor says bipartisan ‘Better KY’ legislation to create jobs, boost economy

    Governor says bipartisan ‘Better KY’ legislation to create jobs, boost economy

    Biden to unveil $2.25 trillion infrastructure plan today with plenty of rural resonance

    Biden to unveil $2.25 trillion infrastructure plan today with plenty of rural resonance

    Governor vetoes five bills that would strip power from executive branch

    Governor vetoes five bills that would strip power from executive branch

    SENATOR PHILLIP WHEELER’S LEGISLATIVE UPDATE

    SENATOR PHILLIP WHEELER’S LEGISLATIVE UPDATE

    Lawmakers approve bill allowing students to retake a year of school; KENTUCKY SENATE PASSES GROUND-BREAKING ELECTION REFORM BILL

    Lawmakers approve bill allowing students to retake a year of school; KENTUCKY SENATE PASSES GROUND-BREAKING ELECTION REFORM BILL

    SENATOR PHILLIP WHEELER’S LEGISLATIVE UPDATE, March 12, 2021

    SENATOR PHILLIP WHEELER’S LEGISLATIVE UPDATE, March 12, 2021

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GROWING UP IN LOUISA: Palm Sunday

Weekly Lazer column by Mike Coburn

Michael Coburn by Michael Coburn
March 27, 2021
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Palm Sunday

When I was growing up, this season meant a time of a new beginning. By this time winter had done its worst and a hint of spring was in the air. The whole earth seemed to be refreshing itself. Everything was brand-new. Leaves were coming out on trees and blooming flowers were popping out of the ground all around. Early bloomers would soon enough be joined by a chorus of color, mostly pink and white. Redbuds, almonds, cherries, and pears, brighten up yards. Daffodils, tulips, azaleas, forsythia, and other flowers were waiting their turn.

Even we humanoids would drop those cold weather corduroys and put on new ‘church-going’ spring outfits. Pastel dresses and patent leather shoes excited little girls when they posed for pictures for the family photographer. For some willing to spend the extra money there was color film instead of the normal black and white.

Even prior to grade school I had been taught why Palm Sunday was special. We were celebrating through remembrance of that time so long ago when Jesus rode into the city on a donkey to the cheers of great crowds. Proclaiming him as ‘King,’ most missed the point. He is the King of Kings but did not come to overthrow Rome. He was there to represent us by his death and resurrection. It was as if I was there, but somehow wiser than others. Time has proven to me that I was no better than those people and I deserved the punishment Christ would take on my behalf.

To a little kid my attention was on next week’s big Easter basket that my mom filled with the green cellophane grass and loose jelly beans. There was a chocolate bunny in there, too. The ears wouldn’t last long. I liked the solid bunnies better, but most were hollow. They tasted great. There were also some marshmallow rabbits, and chocolate eggs wrapped in foil. I remember peeling the foil off those candies and molding a little ball which I used like a toy ball.

This next week I made Easter eggs in the kitchen with my mom. I can remember the smell of vinegar that was in the bowls that held different colors for dipping. We had stickers for some and a wax pencil to write on others before dipping them. We’d take the eggs and hide them around the house. Sometimes we’d do it outdoors in weeds, trees, crevasses or lawn furniture, but they would be hidden inside sometimes, as well. I remember finding some behind seat cushions well after Easter. After Easter, we made deviled eggs out of some, or egg salad.

For reasons I would only understand later in life, the church was full on Easter Sunday. The choir sang a cantata of some kind and every pew in the church would be full; even the loft. The preacher would tell the age-old story of how Christ had arisen. Everyone was so happy and so was I. It would be a few years before I began to see what I understand better every year. The Hosanna’s of Palm Sunday were nothing compared to Christ’s victory over death. That is the hope of all Christendom in which we rest. We have faith that there is victory over death.

Palm Sunday was like a notice that we had the week to prepare for Easter. Around town, just as all around the world, families walked downtown as if we were in New York, enjoying the Park Avenue Easter Parade. Getting our Easter outfits together was an adult problem since there would be some out-of-pocket costs and for many some hard work. Sewing machines were humming as mother or grandmother pieced together matching garments for the siblings. Yes, on Easter Sunday patent leather shoes had to sparkle. I remember the hats for the ladies’ heads, had some netting, like a veil, and were covered in flowers. Some years they were large hats and others were less so, depending on the styles, I suppose. White gloves were worn by the ladies. These were something that were sometimes worn even when just going downtown. Sadly, we’ve seen that change. My generation wouldn’t even think of wearing blue jeans and having curlers in their hair in public. Oh, well.

In those days Easter wasn’t forbidden in school so we usually had school programs where we reenacted or retold the biblical lessons. The Monday right after Easter most of us wore our Easter outfits to school to show off. Still, for those that survived, they had to come off the minute we got home.

It’s a funny thing when you think about it. The Bible encourages throughout its pages the idea of remembering. Sometimes it’s events like Passover, or the Lord’s Supper. It is fitting that we remember the resurrection every year, but to true believers we ought to celebrate the resurrection every day. That is the promise of Easter and the foundation of our faith.

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  1. Avatar Caroline Shortridge McCauley says:
    2 weeks ago

    Great words and oh so true. Thanks for sharing the message.🙏🙏🙏

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