The Kentucky Division of Forestry and the Division of Fire Prevention are reminding area residents to be safe with fireworks this Fourth of July, especially in light of the dry weather.

“Given the current drought conditions, we urge Kentuckians across the state to take extra precaution when using fireworks this holiday season,” said Leah MacSwords, director of the Division of Forestry. “Sparks from fireworks can and do ignite wildfires especially in dried grass and fields, and the slightest wind can make these fires spread quickly. 

“The Division of Forestry has been responding to wildfires throughout June because of the extra dry conditions,” she said.

The first Chip Clinic was a great success for the animals in our area.  We microchipped over a dozen animals in a  very short period of time.  We are going to now hold another clinic for the folks that are interested in getting their animal microchipped.  This one takes place June 26. set a reminder to be here between the hours of noon and 7pm.  For $25, you can get your dog or cat microchipped and registered with 24-Hour Pet Watch. 

If anyone has had the misfortune of losing an animal, then it's no secret the loss that people feel when one is gone either by theft, escape, or just a mishap on the owners part.

Microchipped animals have a way to get back to you, as soon as they are found by an animal control, humane society, as well as most vets all over the country. 

The Humane Society of Henderson County will be microchipping all companion (cats and dogs) animals. Come early, as late arrivals will be turned away!

Volunteers from GRADD, Independence Bank, Comfort Keepers, Specialty Foods Group and Canteen delivered groceries to almost 500 low-income seniors in Daviess, Hancock, Henderson, McLean, Ohio, Union and Webster counties on Thursday.

There are currently 600 individuals on the “Meals on Wheels” waiting list in the seven-county region; and approximately one-third of GRADD aging services clients report that they have had to choose between food and paying for their medical care or utilities.