Kelly Community News

Kelly Community News
Volume 2, Issue 3
Jul Aug Sep 2012
Welcome Back To School
Flying Saucer in Kelly, Again!
The darkness enveloped me. 10...9... I could
feel a presence in the area. 8...7... The air was
thick with anticipation. 6...5... I had no idea
what was about to happen. 4...3... Wait, I hear
movement. 2...1...
Suddenly, it was less than 20 feet in front of
me. A huge 38 foot flying saucer! Lights are
flashing in synchronization with sounds that
could only be from outer space. A thick smoke
INSIDE THIS ISSUE
1
Flying Saucer
2
CERT
3
4
6
Neighborhood Watch News
Highway 41 Yard Sale
CALENDAR
OF
EVENTS
7
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
8
COMMUNITY NEWS AND FUNNIES
10
LIVE in Concert
Most parents count down the days with a
smile. Many students count down the days
with a frown. Whether we like it or not, a new
school year is upon us. The Kelly Community
Organization would like to wish all students a
safe, fun and knowledge filled school year.
From your first day of Kindergarten to the
graduation stage your Senior Year, we wish
you well.
We would like to offer a few reminders to
residents of our community as the school year
begins…
Students - Your education is important, so
always do your best. Friends are a wonderful
part of life. Be the type of friend you would
want someone to be to you. But remember,
being a friend is more than just pizza, movies
and BFF secrets. True friends look out for
each other and those around them. Never be
afraid or embarrassed to speak to a trusted
adult if you see someone being bullied; getting
into the trap of drugs, weapons or gangs; or
notice a sudden personality change where
they may be a danger to themselves or others.
You will never be in trouble for being a
concerned friend!
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Newsletter 1
CERT Team III in Action
The last few months’ CERT Team III has been Busy and has accomplished a lot.
Old Fashioned Political Rally
Kelly and Crofton CERT (CERT Team III) set up a Booth and a First Aide Station. The Team
handed out Preparedness flyers and answered the public’s questions on Awareness and Preparedness.
Rail Car Incident and Response
Christian County Emergency Management had a Training session on Rail Car Incident and response. Congratulations go out to
J.D. Smith, Tammy Tatum, Ron Tatum, Tom Beeker, Dan Nicholson and Bill Thielen. All of these Team Members are now Rail
Car Incident Response Certified. Congratulations!!
Branch Outreach 5K Run
Branch Outreach had asked CERT Team III for assistance with their 5 K Run. We were in charge of closing the Roads that the
Race was on, redirecting traffic, pacing the runners, providing an EMT to follow the runners and also have a First Aid station at
the Finish line.
Bill Thielen Director Christian County CERT was approached by a runner who said he had ran over 60 races and wanted to let us
know this was the Best race he had run to date for Safety and Security as well as the professionalism of all involved. We Also had
Several members Take part in the Race. All Finished with Great Stamina.
Crofton Wild Fires
What started as a good faith effort to pass out water to the Firemen and Women - turned into a Full Blown Call out to CERT Team
III. We had a Great Response to this call out were we had 24 Team Members respond. They were charged with the Task’s of
Going House to House along with the Christian Counties Sherriff’s Office to inform home owners of a possible evacuation. The
Team also handed out Water to Firemen and Blocked roadways and helped with Traffic Control and Spectator issues.
CERT –SAR
Search & Rescue Training
Christian County CERT Sponsored a S & R Training event and we had 16 people attend and become trained for S & R. Tom
Beeker was the Lead Instructor and as always did an Awesome job.
I can’t begin to express how proud I am of the North Christian Team’s. Thank you for all your hard work Dedication and
professionalism.
Bill Thielen - Christian County CERT Director.
Kelly CERT seeking NEW members
Kelly CERT recently received thousands in new equipment and supplies to ensure we are "Ready
and Prepared" for this winter season. Kelly CERT, CERT III is actively seeking new volunteers that
are willing to help the Kelly community in the event of any emergencies or natural disasters. New
members that complete CERT Basic Training will receive a T-Shirt, CERT patch, fully stocked
CERT bags with tools and Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) and your certificate.
Newsletter 2
Kelly Neighborhood Watch
According to the Christian County Sheriff's Department, CPT Chris Miller "the Kelly
Neighborhood Watch is the program that others counties should emulate". The Kelly
Neighborhood Watch remains active and successful. Sheriff Livy Leavell reported that due to
the active participation of the citizens of Kelly that crime had decreased in the community and
EOC calls from citizens in North Christian county have increased by up to 50%.
The Kelly Community will host a "Kelly Community Night Out" to help promote our
Neighborhood Watch program on Friday, October 19, 2012 with FREE Chili & hotdogs, games
and prizes. Bring your favorite dessert and side items for a community meal, fellowship and
camaraderie. The location will be at Kelly Holiness Church parking lot at the corner of Old
Madisonville Road and Kelly Church Road, "Downtown Kelly".
GET INVOLVED WITH YOU LOCAL NEIGHBORHHOD WATCH!
CALL FRANK BROWN 885-1530
"Being good is commendable, but only when it is combined with doing good is it useful."
Newsletter 3
Highway 41,
Yard Sale Success!!
Highway 41 was full of the bright pink HWY 41 Yard Sale signs. We heard of some terrific finds and
unheard of deals. Treasures abound for two full days along highway 41!
2013 Highway 41 Yard Sale will be (as always) the last weekend of June, 28 & 29 June 2013. Make
plans now to travel from north or south along highway 41 to visit hundreds of booths selling
anything that you can imagine, or join in the opportunity to hold your own yard sale, better yet join
with others to host a huge sale along HWY 41. People are more likely to browse when there are
numerous sales co-located together.
Experience 100 Miles of Shopping, Snacking, and Sightseeing through Western Kentucky along US
Highway 41 in Henderson, Webster, Hopkins and Christian Counties!
www.highway41yardsale.com
Be sure to become a member of the Facebook community "Highway 41 Yard Sale"
MAKE PLANS TO HOLD YOUR YARDSALE ON US. HIGHWAY 41
28 & 29 June 2013
Send us your news tip.
Kelly Community News
PO Box 328
Crofton, KY 4221
email news tips to [email protected]
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new family move into the Kelly community
local interest items
local business, church or non-profit happenings
Newsletter 4
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is coming from underneath. The bottom hatch is open, it’s a door, little green men are appearing!
I could imagine this vehicle sitting in a field, just out of sight in 1955 when aliens reportedly
visited a family in Kelly KY. Are they back?
Fifty seven years after the Kelly Incident, and just in time for the 2nd annual Kelly “Little Green
Men” Days Festival a flying saucer has made its way into Kelly KY. The Kelly Community
Organization, with the help of sponsors, has created a 38 foot flying saucer. The saucer is made
of two tons of metal, lights, smoke, sound effects and even friendly aliens. Created at a secret
location, the saucer took the organization over 5 months to build. Frank Brown, President of the
Kelly Community Organization, says “It was a huge project. We had some great volunteers who
put in many hours of work. We owe a great deal of thanks to two of our sponsors, Marsh
Industries and Porta-Grace.”
Joann Smithey, Chairperson for the 2012 festival, stated “The flying saucer is quite a sight on its
own. It is going to leave a lasting impression on those who see it in the dark. It will be a great
addition to the Friday night portion of the festival.”
This years festival begins on a Friday night this year. Gates open at 4:30PM in Kelly KY.
American Idol Hollywood week contestant Kayla Nettles opens the show with a concert
beginning at 6:00PM. To intrigue the audience next is world renowned escape artist / magician
Aron Houdini. Aron is the great, great nephew of famed escape artist Harry Houdini and the
only living blood line Houdini. As the sun sets, the final show on Friday night is presented by
Barry Conrad of BARCON Productions. The community will get to view the movie about
themselves as they watch ‘Monsters of the UFO - The Kelly Incident.
Festivities begin again 8:00AM Saturday morning with free admission for all. The festival has
two stages this year in order to entertain everyone with a variety of talents. You will hear
musicians from Nashville and surrounding areas. Listen to music from Jordan Carter and Matt
Marinchick. Join the afternoon ‘Glennie Lankford Outdoor Gospel Sing’ and hear uplifting
sounds from 2nd Coming and New Direction. The headliner artist and final musician for the day
is Bryan Edwards. Bryan is a bright upcoming singer/song writer. He is most recently known for
co-writing Jason Aldean’s hit song ‘If she could see me now’.
On the second stage, visitors can find a variety of contests and smaller shows. Children can enter
the 0-13 Green Men costume contest. Adults 14 and up have their own Green Men costume
contest this year. Aron Houdini will make three Guinness Book of World Record - record
breaking attempts from the stage. One of those involves getting out of over 1000 (one
thousand!!) handcuffs. There will also be trivia contests, raffles and special announcements from
this stage. There will be many opportunities for people to win some great prizes.
As with any festival, there will be a variety of craft vendors to browse. There will be a great
selection of food offered from several food vendors. At the main KCO tent, you will find your
Kelly “Little Green Men” 2012 T-shirt (they glow in the dark!), buttons, snacks and drinks and
other items offered exclusively by the Kelly Community Organization.
The Kelly Community Organization wants everyone to have a great day filled with fun, food and
fellowship. Everyone can listen to great music and visit with old friends and make new ones.
Visit our website http://www.kellygreenmen.com/
Newsletter 5
Welcome Back To School (cont.)
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
KELLY SUMMER CLEAN-UP
PLACE: KELLY HOLINESS CHURCH PARKING LOT
TIME: 11 AUGUST 2012, SATURDAY STARTING AT 7:30AM
In conjunction with Hopkinsville- Christian County volunteer cleanup program, the Kelly Community Organization will host the Kelly
Summer Clean-Up.
KELLY "LITTLE GREEN MAN" DAYS 2012 FESTIVAL
STEERING COMMITTEE MEETING
PLACE: KELLY HOLINESS CHURCH AT OLD M ADISONVILLE ROAD
TIME: 6:00PM - 7:00 P.M. TUESDAY, 14 AUGUST 2012
BE A PART OF THE FUN! HELP US PLAN THE 2102 LGMD FESTIVAL.
EVERYONE WELCOME!
KELLY "LITTLE GREEN MAN" DAYS 2012 FESTIVAL
Parents and residents - Remember as you
drive down the road to be alert for busses
loading and unloading students. Be aware of
children gathered at bus stops or the end of
the driveway. Kids will be kids and they just
do not stand patiently waiting on a bus, they
run and play and may not watch traffic.
Consider altering your daily schedule and
traveling either 15 minutes earlier or later.
Remember, here in the county, the school
busses stop at almost every driveway! Lastly,
be aware of your child’s habits and who their
friends are. Talk to your children again about
the warning signs of drugs, bullying and other
problems that have plagued our schools
lately. Encourage them to talk openly about
what they see in school.
PLACE: KELLY CHURCH ROAD AT OLD MADISONVILLE ROAD
TIME: 6:00PM FRIDAY - 8:00PM SATURDAY, 17-18 AUGUST 2012
"A well regulated militia, being necessary to
the security of a free state, the right of the
people to keep and bear arms shall not be
infringed." --2nd Amendment to the
Constitution of the United States of America
BE A PART OF THE FUN! SUPPORT YOUR COMMUNITY!
KELLY COMMUNITY ORGANIZATION, INC. COMMITTEE
MEETING
PLACE: KELLY BAPTIST CHURCH FELLOWSHIP HALL
Kelly Park &
Community Center
TIME: OCTOBER 11, 2012, THURSDAY, 7:00PM
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC; WE INVITE KELLY CITIZENS TO GET INVOLVED
KELLY COMMUNITY NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH "NIGHT OUT"
PLACE: KELLY HOLINESS CHURCH PARKING LOT
TIME: FRIDAY, 5-8PM , OCTOBER 19, 2012
Free Chili & Hotdogs, music, games and fun galore! Bring your
favorite dessert or side items
UNITED STATES PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION OF 2012
PLACE: YOUR VOTING PRECINCT
TIME: TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2012
YOUR NEXT
KELLY COMMUNITY MEETING
PLACE: KELLY BAPTIST CHURCH
FELLOWSHIP HALL
TIME: NOVEMBER 08, 2012, THURSDAY
7:00PM
The Kelly Community Organization, Inc
Committee has adopted a five year goal of
creating a Kelly Park & Community Center
complete with a Learning Center.
We invite everyone within the Kelly Community
to attend The Kelly Community Organization, Inc
committee meeting or better yet, become a
committee member yourself if you live within
three miles of Kelly. Our next KCO, Inc
committee meeting will be 7:00PM on October
11, 2012 at Kelly Baptist Church Fellowship Hall.
Anyone that would like to contribute in a
philanthropic manner may be able to have the
community center or park named in honor of the
person they choose (subject to committee
approval).
Newsletter 6
Be a
Kelly Community Committee
Member
Kelly Community Organization
Committee Corner
The Kelly Community Organization (KCO)
committee has member openings. If you
have a strong commitment to the Kelly
community, live within a 3 miles radius of
Kelly, and the ability to help make
important decisions regarding the Kelly
community, we need your help.
The KCO committee met on July 10, 2012 at
7:00 P.M. at Kelly Holiness Church. The
following items were voted on and approved.
Notes from the Kelly Community Organization
Committee Meeting
Contact KCO President Frank Brown 8851530
Mission: The mission of the Kelly Community
Organization is to preserve the character of our
neighborhood by creating a safe and prepared
community through participation, preparation and
education; to create a social environment that
encourages neighbors to interact, be friendly,
courteous, and helpful citizens.
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Approved budget for "Little Green
Men" Days festival 2012.
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Renewed membership to Chamber of
Commerce
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WELCOME new member Larry
Myers to the Kelly Community
Organization Committee.
Proverbs 11:24 One gives freely, yet grows all the richer; another withholds what he should give, and only
suffers want.
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
neighborhood with flyer announcements. However the best
Q: How often and where will the Kelly Community
way to stay informed is to attend each meeting, and be sure
Organization (KCO) meet?
to list your email address on the sign in sheet and be
included in our email updates. Go to Facebook and "Like"
A: The Kelly Community Organization will meet quarterly
the Kelly Kentucky Community page and/or email
utilizing the local churches to host the community meeting.
[email protected] . Visit our website
www.kellyky.com or call Frank Brown at 885-1530.
Keep this quarterly Newsletter as a reminder.
Q: Do I have to be a member of something to participate?
A: If you live within a three mile radius of the Kelly
Community you are already a "member". The Kelly
Q: Are there any dues to pay?
Community Organization is simply the citizens of the Kelly
A: NO! The Kelly Community Organization is a group of
community coming together to help each other and working
concerned volunteer citizens. As a group we will hold various
together to strive to make Kelly, Kentucky a safe, clean and
fund raisers that will be used to host meetings, pay
fun place to raise a family.
administrative cost and better the Kelly community.
Q: How can I stay informed about meeting times and
Q: What are some of the benefits of participating in the
locations?
Kelly Community Organization and volunteering?
A: Every quarterly community meeting will be announced
utilizing the local media, in addition a bi-fold sign will be
placed outside the church meeting location the day prior to
the scheduled meeting and volunteers will canvas the
A. Volunteering helps you make new friends and contacts,
increases self-confidence, combats depression, helps you
stay physically healthy, can provide career experience, can
advance your career, gives back to the community. It's FUN!
Newsletter 7
Kelly Community
Volunteer
opportunities
Neighborhood Watch
POC Jay Smith 270-348-4947
Community Emergency Response
Team (CERT)
POC Chris Farmer 270-886-9252
Kelly Community Organization
Committee Member
POC Frank Brown 270-885-1530
Kelly Hospitality Team
POC Anna Mohon 270-885-5785
True stupid stories 01
Kelly Little Green Men Days
REALLY STUPID PEOPLE
POC Joanna Smithey 270-881-8843
A CONVICT BROKE OUT OF JAIL IN WASHINGTON D.C., THEN A FEW
DAYS LATER ACCOMPANIED HIS GIRLFRIEND TO HER TRIAL FOR
ROBBERY. AT LUNCH, HE WENT OUT FOR A SANDWICH. SHE NEEDED
TO SEE HIM, AND THUS HAD HIM PAGED. POLICE OFFICERS
RECOGNIZED HIS NAME AND ARRESTED HIM AS HE RETURNED TO
THE COURTHOUSE IN A CAR HE HAD STOLEN OVER THE LUNCH
When two service station attendants in Ionia, Michigan,
refused to hand over the cash to an intoxicated robber, the
man threatened to call the police. They still refused, so the
robber called the police and was arrested.
HOUR.
Kentucky: Two men tried to pull the front off a cash
machine by running a chain from the machine to the bumper
of their pickup truck. Instead of pulling the front panel off
the machine, though, they pulled the bumper off their truck.
Scared, they left the scene and drove home. With the chain
still attached to the machine. With their bumper still
attached to the chain. With their vehicle's license plate still
attached to the bumper.
Louisiana: A man walked into a Circle-K, put a $20 bill on
the counter and asked for change. When the clerk opened the
cash drawer, the man pulled a gun and asked for all the cash
in the register, which the clerk promptly provided. The man
took the cash from the clerk and fled, leaving the $20 bill on
the counter. The total amount of cash he got from the
drawer? Fifteen dollars.
( Jerusalem) The switch away from daylight savings time
caused consternation among terrorist groups this year. At
precisely 5:30 Israel time on Sunday, two coordinated car
bombs exploded in different cities, killing three terrorists
who were transporting the bombs. It was initially believed
that the devices had been detonated prematurely by klutzy
amateurs. A closer look revealed the truth behind the
untimely explosions.
Three days before, Israel had made a premature switch from
daylight savings time to standard time in order to
accommodate a week of Slihot, involving pre-sunrise
prayers. Palestinians refused to "live on Zionist time." Two
weeks of scheduling havoc ensued. The bombs had been
prepared in a Palestine-controlled area, and set on Daylight
Savings time. The confused drivers had already switched to
standard time. As a result, the cars were still en-route when
the explosives detonated, delivering to the terrorists their
well-deserved demise.
"Our citizenship in the United States is our national character. Our citizenship in any
particular state is only our local distinction. By the latter we are known at home, by the
former to the world. Our great title is AMERICANS" -- Thomas Paine
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Glennie Lankford Outdoor Gospel
Sing," Saturday, August 18 2012
1:00PM - 3:00PM featuring 2nd
Coming, New Direction, and John
Story
Rick's Lawn Service
Mowing & Landscaping
270-498-2528
The Rush is a locally owned and operated cafe, coffee and gift
shop.
4130 Madisonville Rd
LGMD sponsored in part by: Jesus Way Gifts; Kentucky
Western Trucking, H&R Agri-Power, Huck’s Market,
BB&T, The Wellness Center, J. Schrecker Jewelry, PEN
Network, Joann’s Country Farm Store , Another’s
Treasure, Bowman’s Greenhouse, Pennyrile Rural Electric,
Kentucky American Seed, Blissful Cupcakes, Mathews
Roofing, Mr. Mulch , Lamb Funeral Homes, Dexter &
Associates, Hughart & Beard Funeral Homes, Luella Blue,
Raymond Nelson Insurance, Associates for Dental Arts,
United Southern Bank, Lee Rents, Rick’s Lawn Service and
West KY Media
Kelly Community News 9
LIVE in Concert On The
Garland Nissan/WKDZ
Stage
JESUS WAY GIFTS
Kayla Nettles
Bibles
CD's
Adult Christian Books
Soundtracks
Gifts For All Occasions
American Idol Finalist Kayla Nettles in
concert 6:00PM, Friday, 17 August 2012
during the second annual Kelly "Little
Green Men" Days festival.
1009 South Virginia St.
Hopkinsville, KY
OPEN 9-5 (except Wed) SAT 9-3
(270)-886-9191
Bryan Edwards
Bryan Edwards is one of Nashville’s
hottest up and coming
singer/songwriters. The Florida
native earned his first major songwriting cut on Jason
Aldean’s latest record, “My Kinda Party,” which has
become the top-selling country album of 2011. The
song, “If She Could See Me Now,”. Bryan has
performed for thousands in opening spots for some of
the biggest names in country music, including Keith
Urban, Charlie Daniels, Alan Jackson, Jason Aldean
and Martina McBride. Bryan will be performing
Saturday, August 18th at 6:00PM
Jordan Carter
Jordan Carter, known as the "Modern
Day Johnny Cash" will be performing Saturday, August
18th at 11:30 AM
JESSIE AND ANNA SLATON - OWNERS
COME ON DOWN!
Joann's Country Farm
Store
7715 Madisonville Rd,
Hopkinsville, KY 42240 ·
(Next to Kelly Baptist Church)
Phone 270-881-8843
Hours Tues -Fri 10am -5pm and Sat noon -6pm
Handmade candles, soaps and blankets. Farm
fresh eggs. Seasonal produce and herbs.
Matt Marinchick
With his debut country radio single, "Part
Time Lady," Matt Marinchick transitions
from the world of a pro athlete to his new
career as a country music artist. Matt Marinchick
stands 6'10", a former OSU athlete he will nominate
the Kelly "Little Green Men" Days main stage on
Saturday, August 18th at 3:30PM.
Petsch Farm Service &
Petsch Equipment
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(270) 886-5620
7830 Madisonville Rd