RECTORS FLAT BAPTIST CHURCH

There will be an ordination service for Bro. Kenny Ramsey Sunday, November 17 at 2 p.m. at Rectors Flat Baptist Church. Everyone is invited to attend. All ordained men of the Wayne County Baptist Association are encouraged to attend to form the council. Refreshments will be served after the service.

CANADA’S CREEK BAPTIST CHURCH

Randy Anderson will be preaching at Canada’s Creek Baptist Church Sunday, November 10 at 11 a.m. The pastor and congregation would like to welcome everyone.

WALKER ELEMENTARY PARENT POWER

Walker Elementary parents, Would you like to "gain power" in helping your child with their homework or learn ideas for fun ways to reinforce skills and concepts being taught at school? If so, Walker Elementary invites all of the parents of their students to come and learn activities and strategies to use at home in working with their child in the areas of math, reading, and spelling. Please come for all or part of the session as your schedule allows. Childcare is available if needed and refreshments will be provided. The session schedule: Tuesday, November 12 from 4:30-6:30 p.m. for parents of Kindergarten students; Thursday, November 14 from 4:30-6:30 p.m. for parents of First Grade students.

MONTICELLO ELEMENTARY

The Monticello Elementary Safe Schools Committee will meet on Thursday, November 7 at 5:30 p.m. in the Media Center.

GOSPEL MUSIC BARN

Ed Walker will be preaching at the Gospel Music Barn Thursday, November 7 at 6 p.m. There will be special singing by Clyde and Marie Denney. Contact 348-9009 for more information.

GOSPEL SINGING

The Wayne County Singing Convention will be held Sunday, November 10 beginning at 2 p.m. at the First Church of God on Old Hwy. 90 north.

Featured singers will be Joey Tucker, The King’s Connections, and The First Church of God Choir.

This is s non-denominational event and everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend.

Any church that would like to host the Singing Convention can call 348-9046 for more information.

YOU MAY BE ENTITLED TO VETERAN BENEFITS

You may be entitled to receive benefits from the Federal Veterans Administration that may include compensation for disease or injury received while in service. Pension for wartime veterans, survivor benefits and assistance with medical expenses. Wayne County receives over $2.4 million per year from veteran benefits. The Kentucky Department of Veterans Affairs provides counseling and assistance to veterans and dependents in filing claims for state and federal veterans benefits. This is a service provided by the Commonwealth. There is no charge or fee of any kind. A veterans benefits field representative will be at the National Guard Armory in Monticello on Wednesday, November 6 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. For further information, call 1-877-773-7747 to speak with a veterans benefits field representative.

A.J. LLOYD MIDDLE SBDM COUNCIL MEETING CHANGE

The A.J. Lloyd Middle School SBDM Council has changed the regular monthly meeting for the month of November to November 19 at 6 p.m. in the school cafeteria. There will be no regularly scheduled meeting for the month of December. The council shall resume the regular scheduled monthly meetings on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. in the cafeteria on January 2003.

DANCE TEAM COMPETITION

The Wayne County Varsity Dance Team/Boosters will be hosting a dance team competition on Saturday, November 9 at the Wayne County High School Gym beginning at noon. Some of the participating teams are Madison Southern, Pulaski County, Barren County, Lincoln County, North Laurel, Foley Middle, Monticello, and Southwestern. As host, Wayne County’s dance teams will not be competing, but will perform an exhibition. The public is invited to attend. There is an admission fee.

CHRISTMAS VILLAGE IS NOVEMBER 23

Christmas Village is Saturday, November 23 from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. ET at the Monticello National Guard Armory. The "Mother Nature’s Christmas" will feature baked items, crafts, gifts, a pinto bean lunch and more. Ten Extension Homemaker Clubs will have all types of favorites such as dried apple pies, cakes of all kinds, ham and biscuits, chili, and more. The ten foot Christmas tree, decorated in a nature theme, is the centerpiece for the Armory.

Children’s Village is 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Don’t forget to bring your canned food item for our community’s food pantry, the Hope Center. The door prizes include a framed set of the four seasons Mill Springs Mill 5x7 prints and the new summer "Wheel of Time" Mill print. Everyone is invited to come to Christmas Village.

CHILDREN’S VILLAGE IS NOVEMBER 23

Children, ages 5-12, are invited to shop for handcrafted gifts at Children’s Village on Saturday, November 23. Extension Homemakers are working hard for children to have gifts for special people. Children may purchase up to 5 gifts or spend up to $10 for gifts for brothers, sisters, parents, grandparents, teachers and others. Not only do children love shopping, but they learn some money management principles. Now, remember, no adults are allowed in the Children’s Village shopping area. Children’s Village is a tradition for Wayne County children.

YOUTH EMPOWERMENT NETWORK CONFERENCE

The fifth annual Youth Empowerment Network Conference is Thursday, November 14 at the Aspire Center. Local citizens are invited to take a day to learn the "Trends and Risky Behaviors of Kentucky Youth." YEN believes your attendance will strengthen YEN’s mission to support our local youth. Morning refreshments, lunch, and educational materials are $15 if paid by November 7. Attending one-half day of the conference with no lunch is $10. For conference and registration details phone 348-8453 or 348-3479.

STEUBENVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH AWANA CLUB

The Steubenville Baptist Church is now sponsoring the Awana Club to meet every Wednesday from 6:15-7:45 p.m. This club is for all children ages three years through sixth grade.

The Awana Club’s goal is to reach boys and girls with the Gospel of Christ and train them to serve Him. The clubbers memorize and then quote Bible scripture for badges, pins, patches and other awards. This ministry is free to everyone. Parents, you will have almost two hours to yourself.

For information about the club or free transportation please call Bro. Kyle Waddle at 348-6011 or 340-1651.

REVIVAL AT OLD UNION SEPARATE BAPTIST CHURCH

Revival at Old Union Separate Baptist Church at Slickford will be held the week of November 3 at 6:30 p.m. nightly with Bro. Casey Davis as the evangelist. Pastor, Bro. Johnny Davis, and church welcome everyone.

WOMEN OF POWER CONFERENCE

The Christian Life Fellowship located at 111 Garth Street, just off Columbia Ave., will hold a Women of Power Conference November 4-8 at 7 p.m. nightly. There will be special singing each evening. Monday, November 4—Gwen Correll of Life Abundant Ministries, Somerset, Ky. Tuesday and Wednesday, November 5 and 6—June Abston of Word of Truth Ministries, Alabaster, Ala. Thursday, November 7—Cindy Upchurch of Life Temple, Monticello, Ky. Friday, November 8—Lisa Johnson Ministries of Indianapolis, Ind.

STUDENTS SHARE THANKSGIVING FEAST

Wayne County students representing FCA and JROTC are making plans to share their Thanksgiving holiday with local shut-ins and those less fortunate, who would like to take advantage of their generosity. They will deliver meals, fellowship and brighten individuals holiday that otherwise would spend it alone.

The students will be soliciting donations from local businesses to purchase the food for the meal this month. Beginning in November, those wishing to attend the luncheon in the cafeteria to participate in the feast can call the Wayne County High School for more details.

GROUP BIBLE STUDIES AT STEUBENVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH

Steubenville Baptist Church has started group studies on Sundays from 5 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Groups include Experiencing God, Breaking Free by Beth Moore, and Fresh Encounter by Henry Blackaby.

SUBSTANCE ABUSE ADDICTION PROGRAM

The Gap Creek Baptist Church will be conducting a substance abuse addiction program entitled "Reformers Unanimous" to be held at the church every Friday at 7 p.m. Transportation will be provided upon request. For more information please call 348-9679.

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY

Habitat for Humanity will have a work day every Saturday now through Christmas starting at 7 a.m. Volunteers are welcome.

BURLEY TOBACCO REGULAR REDESIGNATION PERIODS

If you did not designate where you are selling your 2002 burley tobacco in the initial designation period, you have the following regular redesignation periods:

December 2 thru December 6 (Card effective date December 16)

December 27 thru January 3 (Card effective date January 13)

For more information, you may call the Wayne County FSA Office at 606-348-9383.

200 YEAR CELEBRATION FOR POST OFFICE

The Monticello Post Office will celebrate its 200th birthday in January. In preparation for the celebration, officials are seeking history or photos of the post office.

If you have pictures or any information about the post office, contact Postmaster Ben Polly at (606) 348-5291.

NEW MEETING TIME FOR THE MONTICELLO SCHOOL SECONDARY SITE BASED COUNCIL

The Monticello School Secondary Site Based Council will meet the first Tuesday of each month.

A. J. LLOYD MIDDLE SCHOOL SBDM COUNCIL

The A. J. Lloyd Middle School SBDM Council will conduct regular monthly meetings on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. All members of the school community and general public are cordially invited to attend.

LAKE CUMBERLAND GHOST RESEARCH ORGANIZATION

The Lake Cumberland Ghost Research Organization is currently searching for locations to conduct fall investigations in hopes of capturing a supernatural occurrence on film. Information concerning possible haunted cemeteries, old houses, or general haunted areas in the Lake Cumberland Area would be appreciated.

The society conducts investigations by strictly observing the location, using photography as well as audio and video equipment. The location or property will not be disrespected or damaged in any way. Leave us your information by calling (606) 307-7498, or by e-mail lcgro@hotmail.com.

WAYNE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL SBDM MEETING

The Wayne County High School SBDM Council has set the first Tuesday in each month at 5:30 p.m. as its regular meeting time for the 2002-2003 school year.

HOPE CENTER HAS MOVED

The Hope Center has moved to the new location on 916 Columbia Avenue to the old Highway State Garage Building; blue building with white trim in the back of the former garage building.

MID-WEEK SERVICES AT WORLDWIDE MINISTRIES CHURCH

Worldwide Ministries Church, located in Bell Subd., is now holding mid-week service on Thursday night at 7 p.m. Also, there will be a youth meeting every other Thursday night. Everyone is welcome.

DOUGHBOY PRINT FOR SALE

The Fred Thrasher "Forever Honored and Remembered-The Doughboy" print is for sale for 2003 WCHS Project Graduation. Prints are $40 and can be bought at the Wayne Co. Cooperative Extension Service and Tech-Line Office Supply.

ATTENTION ALL WAYNE COUNTIANS

The Wayne County Fiscal Court along with Solid Waste Coordinator Andrew Parmley would like to announce if you have any used oil or old batteries you can take them to Advance Auto Parts, Wayne Auto Parts, and Wal-Mart. They will accept them free of charge anytime during regular business hours. Remember to take all metal items to Quality Wrecking where the Fiscal Court pays for a permitted lot to accommodate all Wayne Countians.

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