Local News

• Judge weighs constitutionality of legislative redistricting

  Kentucky’s deadline for filing to run for legislative seats was in flux on Monday because a judge did not immediately rule on a lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of newly redrawn district boundaries.

  Franklin County Circuit Judge Phillip Shepherd said he expects to enter a ruling in the case by mid-week.

  February 7, 2012

• Couple recovering from injuries suffered in weekend house fire

  A couple was hospitalized after their home was set ablaze Sunday by a spark from a cigar, according to a county fire official.

  County Fire Chief Jim Cox said the city and county fire departments were called to the home at 111 Concord Road in the early afternoon. Waco Volunteer Fire Department and the Richmond Fire Department also responded.

  February 7, 2012

• EKU closes dining room at Arlington Clubhouse

  A Richmond country club is no longer offering dining to members, but remains available for catered events and will be open on certain holidays.

  Arlington Country Club, which has been a staple of Eastern Kentucky University for the past 40 years, laid off all dining staff late last week, according to Tom Coffey of the EKU Foundation.

  February 7, 2012

• Standoff at Super 8 Motel ends peacefully

  A bizarre drug-fueled standoff at the Richmond Super 8 Motel ended peacefully with no one hurt, including a child who was in the room with a man that police found wielding two knives.

  About 1:53 a.m. Friday, police received a call about a man who was threatening someone with a knife at the motel on North Keeneland Drive, according to Richmond Police Chief Larry Brock.

  February 6, 2012

• Trial for couple accused of human trafficking delayed

  The trial for a Berea couple accused of human trafficking involving their daughters has been delayed.

  Despite Monday morning television reports that the trial was beginning Monday, it was postponed because the attorneys are not ready to try the case.

  February 6, 2012

Sports

Model Laboratory’s Hayley Hunt drives around a Williamsburg defender Monday during the lady Patriots 69-38 win in Richmond.

• H.S. HOOPS: Model rolls past Williamsburg

  The Lady Patriots were ready to roll from the opening tip-off.
  And it showed.

  February 7, 2012 1 Photo

• H.S. HOOPS: Central pulls away from Lafayette

  The Lady Indians shot just 38 percent and got out-rebounded by a wide margin, but they still found a way to pick up a victory on the road against a tough 11th Region rival.

  February 7, 2012

• OVC HOOPS: EKU returns home looking to snap skid

  After losing three of their past four games, the Colonels return home tonight to play a non-conference game against Mid-Continent University.

  February 7, 2012

Lifestyles & Community

• Is MSG (monosodium glutamate) harmful?

  Monsodium gluatamate (MSG) is a flavor enhancer often added to Chinese food, soups, processed meats and canned vegetables. The use of MSG remains controversial despite a Food and Drug Administration (FDA) statement that it is safe. Because of this, the FDA requires that whenever MSG is added, that it be listed on the label.

  February 5, 2012 1 Photo

• Common-sense job hunting
• It’s a love thing

Viewpoints

• Education a focus in Senate this week

  FRANKFORT — The Senate passed several bills this week. Of these bills, three education bills are of particular importance.

  February 5, 2012 1 Photo

• Redistricting ruling offers collateral benefits for voters and taxpayers
• In defense of southern-fried Paula Deen

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