Carter County Times

30/07/2025

30/07/2025

A former employee of Carter County Emergency Ambulance Service is alleging that she was dismissed from part time duty with the service because of complaints she made about sexual harassment from a co-worker. Kim Knipp is an EMT with more than 20 years of experience.

A former employee of Carter County Emergency Ambulance Service is alleging that she was dismissed from part time duty with the service because of complaints she made about sexual harassment from a …

29/07/2025

Since 2010, a group of students from Rowan County Middle School have traveled to Washington DC to experience firsthand the plethora of history in our nation’s capital. Now, fifteen years later, Kristin Hood, the Rowan County Gifted Coordinator is preparing for another group visit.

Since 2010, a group of students from Rowan County Middle School have traveled to Washington DC to experience firsthand the plethora of history in our nation’s capital. Now, fifteen years later, Kri…

29/07/2025

Arthur is a male mixed breed, about two-years-old. He is good with other dogs, walks on a leash, knows his basic commands, and is very friendly. Arthur’s $100 adoption fee includes rabies vaccination and being neutered. Stop by the Carter County Animal Shelter and meet him or call 475-9771 for more information.

Shelter hours are Monday through Friday 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. and Saturday by appointment.

Arthur is a male mixed breed, about two-years-old. He is good with other dogs, walks on a leash, knows his basic commands, and is very friendly. Arthur’s $100 adoption fee includes rabies vaccinati…

28/07/2025

The Grayson Gallery & Art Center (GGAC) will present their Summer Arts Celebration event with an opening reception for artists and the public on July 25 from 6 – 9 p.m. Creatives from across the region will have dozens of pieces on display. Most will be for sale; and the commission proceeds are part of the GGAC's funding. Live music will be by Redefyned.

The best part?

The Grayson Gallery & Art Center (GGAC) will present their Summer Arts Celebration event with an opening reception for artists and the public on July 25 from 6 – 9 p.m. Creatives from across th…

28/07/2025

by William D. Hensley – Boyd County Jailer

I was heartened to read recently that Kentucky has surpassed the $1 billion mark in total opioid settlement funds secured to date. Across our Commonwealth, the opioid crisis has wrought devastation on individuals, families, and communities.

by William D. Hensley – Boyd County Jailer I was heartened to read recently that Kentucky has surpassed the $1 billion mark in total opioid settlement funds secured to date. Across our Commonwealth…

28/07/2025

One of my favorite relatives, Uncle Richard, liked to joke about his efforts to lose weight. He often bragged about knowing the surefire, no fail method for dropping pounds that worked for everyone.

One of my favorite relatives, Uncle Richard, liked to joke about his efforts to lose weight. He often bragged about knowing the surefire, no fail method for dropping pounds that worked for everyone…

27/07/2025

The Agriculture Water Quality Act was passed by the Kentucky Legislature in 1994, mandating that landowners with 10 or more acres in agricultural production must develop a water quality plan. Ten or more acres of crops, livestock or trees that will be harvested qualify for a plan and implementation by law.

This plan documents the best management practices you’re using to protect water resources.

The Agriculture Water Quality Act was passed by the Kentucky Legislature in 1994, mandating that landowners with 10 or more acres in agricultural production must develop a water quality plan. Ten o…

27/07/2025

By Pastor Naomi MitchellFor Carter County Times

When you can’t control what’s happening, challenge yourself to control the way you respond to what’s happening. Either pull out the Bible to see what God’s answer is for the situation or pull on the Word of God that you have hidden in your heart, taking it to the Lord in prayer.

By Pastor Naomi MitchellFor Carter County Times When you can’t control what’s happening, challenge yourself to control the way you respond to what’s happening. Either pull out the Bible to see what…

26/07/2025

The City of Olive Hill held its regularly scheduled meeting last Tuesday, July 15. The first item on the agenda the council addressed was the membership of the new Olive Hill Tourism Board. There had been seven members originally on the board, but two members had resigned before the board took any action.

The City of Olive Hill held its regularly scheduled meeting last Tuesday, July 15. The first item on the agenda the council addressed was the membership of the new Olive Hill Tourism Board. There h…

26/07/2025

The City of Grayson recently finished a project that began in 2018. The now complete project is a sidewalk that runs along Robert and Mary Avenue, improving foot traffic both for visitors and residents of the city. The sidewalk was designed by Bell Engineering of Lexington and was funded by a federal Tap Grant.

The City of Grayson recently finished a project that began in 2018. The now complete project is a sidewalk that runs along Robert and Mary Avenue, improving foot traffic both for visitors and resid…

26/07/2025

By Daryl AshleyConfusion Solution

I have been asked what it costs to organize a home.The cost of organizing a home depends on many things, such as how many rooms are in the home that need attention and what the objectives are for completing a project.For

By Daryl AshleyConfusion Solution I have been asked what it costs to organize a home.The cost of organizing a home depends on many things, such as how many rooms are in the home that need attention…