Chamber President Outlines Plans for Coming Year
McCreary County Chamber of Commerce President, Suzie Strunk Thompson, answers questions from The Voice QUESTION: As the new President of McCreary County Chamber of Commerce, what are your goals, in order of importance, for the coming year? My main goal is to work with other organizations to formulate a plan for our County. We have…
Read MoreSmoke gets in your eyes
Heavy smoke blanketed McCreary County Monday and Tuesday as wildfires continue to plague the area thanks to dry conditions. The smoke was particularly heavy in Pine Knot and Strunk as a nearby fire on Sergeant Road combined with cold air being trapped beneath a layer of warmer air kept the smoke close to the…
Read MoreHonoring Veterans
Photos by Greg Bird McCreary County honored the brave men and women who have served and are serving in the armed forces with a Veterans Day ceremony Friday at the Courthouse.
Read MoreNo Bones About It
By: The editors of Relish magazine When you don’t want to wrestle a big bird, make turkey breast instead. Pick up two boneless turkey breast halves (with the skin on), cut pockets into them, and pile in the stuffing. You’ll still get plenty of servings—as with this recipe that serves 16. If you have a smaller…
Read MoreThe Big South Fork River Dash
Photos by Eugenia Jones The Big South Fork River Dash was a success with all slots filled. 50 competitors with canoes, kayaks and stand-up paddle boards were among those who showed up on a chilly morning at Alum Ford to enjoy a day paddling on the Big South Fork River. Three local competitors, Pam…
Read MoreThanksgiving in the Community
Lord’s Café hosts sixth annual Thanksgiving Dinner for community The Lord’s Café, an outreach of the Crossroads Community Baptist Church, will host their 6th annual Community Thanksgiving Dinner at the Lord’s Café located next to the Parkland Motel. Thanksgiving dinner with all the trimmings will be served from 10:00 a.m. until 7:30 p.m. this…
Read MoreGirl Scout Troop 7102 in our community
Chili Cookoff
Photos submitted Signature of McCreary held “Chili Cook Off” October 28. Of numerous entries, H&R Block won the first place prize of $100 who donated the prize money back to our Quality of Life department. All the money raised at this event will be used for our resident’s Christmas party. We would like to thank…
Read MoreDiabetes Awareness Day
November is recognized as American Diabetes Month here in the United States. November 14th is World Diabetes Day across the globe. County Judge Executive, Douglas Stephens, has signed a Proclamation declaring November 14th as Diabetes Awareness Day in McCreary County. If you have diabetes, take steps today to improve your control — it is…
Read MoreNovember Health & Wellness
Managing Diabetes It’s Not Easy, But It’s Worth It If you have diabetes, you know the day-to-day steps needed to manage diabetes can be hard. Managing diabetes can be easier if you set goals and make a plan. This is important because research has shown that managing diabetes as early as possible can help prevent…
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