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The Carter County Cleanup Campaign is scheduled to be open on the WEST END on Wednesday, March 27th and Thursday, March 28th   8:00am until 2:30pm or until the dumpsters are full. All garbage must be bagged or boxed, no loose trash such as cans, paper , etc.

Carter County Board of Elections will be meeting on Thursday, March 28th at 11am in the Fiscal court room.

Rummage Sale next week at the Carter County Senior Center in Grayson. It will be the first Rummage Sale of the year. It is Thursday April 4th and Friday April 5th from 9:30am-11:30am. It will be set up in the Lounge area in the back room of the Senior Center and all proceeds will be going towards the Senior Activity Fund.

The Kentucky Division of Forestry wants to remind everyone that as of February 15th we are now officially within the Spring Wildfire Hazard Season which will run through the date of April 30th. During these active hazard seasons it is unlawful for any person to set fire to, or to procure another to set fire to, any flammable material capable of spreading fire located in or within 150 feet of any woodland or brushland area. This takes place between the hours of 6pm and 6am daily.

A Baby & You community baby shower will be sponsored by the Carter County Family Resource and Youth Service Centers in our area and held at Gregoryville Christian Church this Friday, March 29th. The event will kick off at 11am and run until 1pm at the church location which is 3333 U.S. 60 in Grayson. The community baby shower is open to all expectant mothers and/or with newborns up to 6 months old and will offer childbirth and child development education, on site there will be several regional agencies that are assisting with the shower complete with give-a-ways and educational resources. Of course food, fun, and even door prizes will all be available on site and best of all the entire event is free. If you are interested in attending or have any questions about this upcoming event then you are being encouraged to reach out and contact Carla Sparks or Kendra Henderson at 474-6696 ext 24040 or 24042 or Donna Stamper at 474-6696 ext 23040.

The April meeting of the Heritage Elementary School Based Decision-Making Council will be on Monday, April 8th at 2:30 PM.
 
Carter County Adult Education enrollment testing for building skills for GED or College is on Thursdays at 10am at the main center in Grayson. Staff work at various sites, so you can leave a message on the answering machine, and we will return your call. Center is open on Monday and Wednesday mornings from 9am to 11am before our scheduled site classes as well. We ask that you call 474-9375 to schedule an appointment for all our services.
Carter County Public Library in Olive Hill on Tuesdays from 1pm to 2pm in January. This class site is for those working toward a GED only. We do need to have at least three people interested there before we can have classes. Call the above number to register.



The Northeast Kentucky Career Center Jobsight and Ashland Community and Technical College are set to team up on a collaborative effort to bring a training program to our area for those interested in preparing for a career in the healthcare field. Through the training program SRNA Plus training will be available which includes the following: state registered nurse aids, phlebotomy, first aid/CPR, and EKG/ECG. The SRNA Plus training is free for eligible participants all of which must be a resident of Carter, Elliott, or Lawrence Counties to qualify. Please note that seats are limited and if you're interested then you should call ASAP. The number to call for Carter County residents is 606-286-4443 and for those in Elliott County they should dial 606-738-4731.

Information has been released about the 2024 Annual Tree Giveaway hosted by the Carter County Soil and Conservation District. This year's event is slated for the date of Friday, April 19th and will begin at 10am. At the Farmer's Market Shed located at the Cooperative Extension Office all trees will be handed out on a first come, first served basis. All participating individuals will be able to choose up to 10 seedlings from the following availability: grey dogwood, rough leaf dogwood, pine oak, white oak, and wild plum with each tree bag offering two seedlings per bag. Please note that this event is for Carter County residents only. If you have any questions about this year抯 annual Tree Giveaway then you are encouraged to reach out and contact the Carter County Soil and Conservation District by calling 606-474-5184.

Here is another reminder about getting involved with your local Carter County Quilts for Veterans organization. Also known as the CCQFV the group is currently in the process of collecting names of Carter County veterans that are either current members of our community or who lived here in the past. Since the program began its operations in our area they have proudly presented over 500 quilts to Carter County Veterans, and are still on the lookout to provide them to even more of the deserving men and women who served our country in times of war. The CCQFV asks that Veteran names given to the organization be for those who are still living. If you know the name of a Veteran who deserves and would love a handmade quilt from the organization then you are encouraged to reach out to them and provide that name so that officials can check to see if it is already on their list. In order to submit a name you should message Johnda Adkins-Berry on Facebook.
If you are interested in helping Carter County Quilts for Veterans in the process of creating the quilts then you are encouraged to message officials as well. If you're someone who loves to sew and the idea of wrapping more Carter County Veterans with quilts then this opportunity is perfect for you. The Carter County Quilts for Veterans is a non-profit group that creates beautiful, patriotic Quilts of Valor for veterans in Carter County and then presents them in a local ceremony on behalf of the nationally known Quilts of Valor Foundation.


Officials from the Commercial Bank of Grayson have issued an alert concerning a rise of "Bank Text" scams in our area. Scammers have learned that sending a text in which they claim to be an employee from your bank is a cheap, quick, and unfortunately effective way to steal money. A bank text scam often looks like a legitimate message and may be a general warning or a fraud alert. You should be on the lookout for a message that claims there has been an unauthorized charge made on your account or one that asks you if you attempted to charge a certain amount to a particular retailer. It is important to note that texts such as these will often try to create a sense of urgency, attempting to make you worry that you're going to lose money if you don't act right away. While some of these texts may be easy to spot as fraudulent others can, and do, look quite convincing. If you do happen to activate a link sent through a bank text scam if oftentimes takes you to a form that looks like a credible bank document and asks for a large amount of your personal information. However, the link isn't the only dangerous possibility that comes from these texts. Replying at all, especially with a Yes or No answer, generally alerts the scammers to the fact that you have fallen for the scheme and believe their text to be legitimate. At that point they will follow up with phone calls still claiming to be a representative of your bank and try once again to steal your personal information. Please remember that the bank will never ask you to provide or to confirm personal details, especially those that are labeled as confidential, through a text or an email. Finally, the question of what to do if you receive one of these bank text scams is covered in the alert. According to officials you should simply delete it immediately. If you're unsure whether a text is a scam or legitimate then you should contact your bank directly, using their publicly listed phone number, email address, or official online methods. Due to the rise of these scams in our area it is being advised that even if you're slightly unsure then reach out and check with the bank before doing anything else.


Remember that your 2023 Carter County Property tax bills are now due and payable by Carter County residents through the County's Sheriff's Office with a 5% penalty fee, they can be reached by calling 474-5616. When mailing in your payment, please include your postcard or write the bill number on your check. If you want to have a paid receipt returned to you then please enclose a self-addressed and stamped envelope with your payment. The Sheriff's Departments mailing address is P.O. Box 1590, Grayson, KY 41143. Payments are now able to be accepted through your Visa or MasterCard platforms and may be made in person or over the phone. However, a small additional fee will apply to all credit card payments. 
Remember that on the first of February the issued penalties will increase to include a 10% penalty plus an additional 10% sheriff's add on fee. All delinquent tax bills will be transferred to the County Clerk's Office as of the close of business on April 15th, 2024. In addition to the penalties and fees that are applied by the Sheriff's Office, all payments made in the County Clerk's Office are subject to a 20% County Attorney's Fee, a 10% County Clerk's Fee and interest at 1% per month. The delinquency is also subject to being sold to a Third Party in the summer of 2024.


Kentuckians have an exciting upcoming opportunity in the month of March as the Discovery Channel's own American Pickers are set to return to the Bluegrass State. While they journey through the Commonwealth they are on the lookout for unusual, unique, and one of a kind items, preferably something never seen before or an item that carries with it an extraordinary story. If you, or someone you know, has a unique item, a story to tell, a personal collection and most importantly is ready to sell then now's your chance to reach out and schedule a stop by the Pickers! Collectors interested in being considered for the show should reach out either by phone at (646) 493-2184 or by email at AmericanPickers@cineflix.com. All applicants should be sure to include their full name, city and state, contact information, and a brief description of their collection or items that they are willing to sell. Another important note is that the Pickers only look at private collections and will not be accepting applications from places such as: stores, malls, flea markets, museums, auctions, businesses, or anything open to the public.

We want to remind you about the new Commonwealth Commitment Grant that is headed to Kentucky Christian University. This groundbreaking initiative is aimed at reducing the costs and enhancing accessibility for Kentucky students for KCU's programming. Designed to eliminate financial barriers for individuals from lower-income families and ensure that out-of-pocket expenses are eliminated, the Commonwealth Commitment Grant is an exciting new prospect for students interested in attending the university. With the Grant, a Christ-centered degree at KCU will now be within reach for students, whether they choose to commute or live on campus. Eligibility for the Commonwealth Commitment Grant is open to all Kentucky residents who receive at least a partial Pell Grant and Kentucky state grant funding. To apply, students need to complete the application process for both admission to KCU and the Commonwealth Grant through a convenient online platform. It is crucial for students to include Kentucky Christian University's school code, which is (001965), when completing the FAFSA application. In the initial stage of this program 50 grants will be awarded to students.


The Kentucky Career Center of Maysville, Morehead, and Ashland has announced an upcoming Employment Workshop that will come to our area on the second Friday of each month throughout this year. On each date the workshop will be available between the hours of 10 and 11am at 1844 Carter Avenue in Ashland. For more information on these monthly employment workshops, such as what to expect or who will be on site, you are being asked to call 606-920-2024 and select option number 2 when prompted.

The Kentucky Heritage Council announced recently that Grayson is now the newest community to join the Kentucky Main Street program to foster economic vitality and job creation through historic preservation and downtown revitalization. Participation requires local commitment and financial support, with a community Main Street director administering the program alongside a grassroots volunteer board. KHC provides technical and design assistance, on-site visits, a resource center and access to national consultants through Main Street America. The most recent reinvestment statistics show that Kentucky Main Street communities reported $60.5 million in investment in downtown commercial districts. Communities reported 548 new jobs, 130 new businesses and 201 historic building rehabilitation projects completed. The statewide program has a total of 24 communities involved, and Grayson is happy to now be counted as a part of them. For more information on the Kentucky Main Street program you may visit he
https://heritage.ky.gov/Pages/index.aspx

Agriculture News:

*Denotes events where preregistration is required.  Call 474-6686 or email Rebecca.k@uky.edu to register.*


March 28th  6:00pm *Master Cattleman* Boyd Co Expo Bldg
April 2nd 6:30pm  Little Sandy Beekeepers Extension Office
April 4th  6:00pm  *Master Cattleman* Boyd Co Expo Bldg
April 5th  1:00pm  Hike & Learn Laurel Gorge Cultural Heritage Center
April 8th 6:00pm  Farmer抯 Market Training Extension Office
 
 
Family & Consumer Sciences News:

Every Monday The Quilts for Veterans Sew Days 9:00am to 3:00pm




The Grayson and Olive Hill libraries are open! Hours are Tuesday - Friday, 10am. - 4pm. Saturday 10am. - 2pm. Anyone with any questions are encouraged to contact either library; Grayson 475-1528 and Olive Hill 286-8070.

A new initiative has begun in our area which is known as Fostering Possibilities. Working with a mission to provide new clothing and other resources to local foster children and children in kinship placements to help foster self-esteem and belonging in those children during a difficult time of change in their lives. Currently the boutique location will be open by appointment only and is located at 310 Carol Malone Blvd in Grayson, however there are plans to open the door full time by mid August. Any and all donations, whether grassroots or major, are being accepted by Fostering Possibilities at the moment. All donations help stock the boutique location to allow the initiative to help one child at a time. Any amount can help make a huge difference towards this mission. If you wish to donate monetarily you can make a donation directly into the nonprofit account hosted by the Commercial Bank by using paypal. The Fostering Possibilities email address is fosteringpossiblities2022@gmail.com. All checks may be made payable to Fostering Possibilities, LLC and receipts are available for use as a tax deduction. In order to receive one you should make your check payable to Grayson FCC and add Fostering Possibilities to the memo line.

The Kentucky Department of Veterans Affairs offers services to help local area veterans receive support in claiming insurance. Benefits Representative Rickie Hammond, who oversees the counties of Boyd, Carter, Elliot, Greenup, Lawrence, and Lewis, is the area's assigned representative with training to help veterans deal with things such as: VA disability compensation claims, veteran education benefits, nursing homes, housing assistance, legal services and referrals, employment assistance, and programs aimed specifically at female veterans. If you or a loved one is a Kentucky veteran and believes they could need assistance in one or more of the aforementioned categories, then you are encouraged to contact Rickie Hammond. Carter County's assigned Benefits Representative can be reached via phone by calling 606-585-3833 or via email at Rickiej.Hammond@ky.gov.

Carter County Adult Education Skills U believes that education is the key to lasting success and growth of any community. Because of this they are proud to provide services that help equip students with the tools needed to empower them toward self-sufficiency and a strong educational foundation. These services include free GED testing which is administered at the Grayson location above the public library weekly, college prep, employment assessments and certifications, and even skill upgrade services.
For more information about any service offered by the Carter County Adult Education Skills U organization, or to begin your enrollment in their programs, you are advised to contact 606-474-9375. Or visit their main site located at 116 West Main Street in Grayson above the Carter County Public Library. Once again that number to call is 606-474-9375.

Kentucky residents may now renew their driver's licenses and/or personal IDs by way of a mail-in form and do not have to visit a regional office, this form is available at the Carter County Justice Center in a drop box located at the front entrance, also at the Carter County Clerk's Office in Olive Hill, or online at Drive.Ky.Gov

Celebrate Recovery a weekly meeting series held on Tuesdays at the First Church of Christ in Grayson on Pomeroy Street at 6 pm. At the meetings those in attendance will learn the secrets of victorious living over issues such as: addictions, anger, depression, mental stresses, and much more. Large and small group meetings will be held each week. All are welcome to attend.

The Bethany House in Olive Hill has announced that they are open and are providing food pantries for those in need of assistance. They are open Monday, Wednesday and Friday at their location at 539 Hitchins Avenue. Their phone number is 286-5045 if you have any questions.

To become a foster parent to a child in need, call 1-800-232-KIDS.

Need your GED, but life responsibilities have you tied down?  Work at your own time and pace through our Google Classroom online Classes to enjoy the comforts of your own home while working for a better education.  Relax and give Carter Skills U a call at 474-9375 or email instructors Margaret.logan@kedc.org  or  Vickie.stacy@kedc.org. While the building is closed to the public, they are still serving students through online classes.

H.E.L.P is an organization that helps care for our elderly neighbors/community though supplying them with medical supplies such as wheelchairs, walkers, lift chairs, bedside commodes, shower benches, ensure, (etc) the list is exhaustive! H.E.L.P. is a 501.c3 organization, so your gifts are tax deductible. Call 474-6423 to schedule pick-up of any items you may have. Monetary donations can be made @ PayPal health equipmenthelp@gmail.com


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