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BIZ BRIEFS: Houchens gets nursing scholarship
GLASGOW — Marsha Houchens, LPN, received the 2009 KAHCF nursing scholarship at the Kentucky Association of Health Care Facilities (KAHCF) annual awards banquet on Nov. 12.
KAHCF, the trade association that represents proprietary and nonpropiertary long term care facilities throughout the commonwealth, presented more than 40 awards at the banquet at the Galt House in Louisville. This award recognizes strong commitment to both the nursing home profession and providing quality care at Barren County Health Care Center.
Administrator Steve Brown said, “We are proud to have Marsha Houchens as part of our staff at Barren County Health Care Center. This honor is a testament to her dedication to providing outstanding care to our residents.”
“Marsha Houchens is just one of the many outstanding long term care professionals in Kentucky that provides quality care for our families and neighbors. We all congratulate Marsha for her commitment to quality and for winning this award,” Greg Wells, KAHCF board chair, said.
Patrons win at Jeff’s Country Florist
Jeff's Country Florist & Gifts hosted the annual Christmas Open House on Nov. 6-7. Winners of the four $25 gift certificates were Georgia McClary, of Scottsville, Dawn McCoy, of Glasgow, Laura Greer, of Bowling Green, and Wilma Garrett of Austin.
Jeff and Pam Sneed, owners of Jeff's Country Florist & Gifts, expressed their congratulations to each winner and appreciation to the communtiy for their support and patronage.
Akers recognized with integrity award
Frankfort – The Associated General Contractors of Kentucky, the state’s largest commercial construction association is pleased to announce that Brandon Akers of AGC of Kentucky member Alliance Corporation, in Glasgow, Kentucky is the recipient of our 2009 Service Integrity & Responsibility Award.
“Brandon serves on both the AGC of Kentucky Safety Committee and was appointed to serve as our representation on the Kentucky High Performance Building Advisory Committee. The highest honor the Associated General Contractors of Kentucky can bestow upon an individual is the S.I.R. award, which takes its name from the AGC credo of Skill, Integrity, and Responsibility. The award is given to an individual who has made outstanding contributions to both AGC of Kentucky and to the construction industry,” said AGC of Kentucky Executive Vice President Richard C. Vincent. “On behalf of the entire membership of AGC of Kentucky we are pleased to present Brandon Akers with the 2009 AGC of Kentucky S.I.R Award.”
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Local developers buy Barren River Plaza
A Glasgow shopping center that had lost the majority of its tenants during the last few years after one of the anchor stores relocated to Veterans Outer Loop may be getting a second chance at renewed life.
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Biz help available
Small business owners who are struggling to make it in the “Great Recession” can find help and advice through the local chamber of commerce.
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TRANSFERS: July 19-24
July 19:
T. Adam and Cassandra D. Groce, 8.99 acres on Grinstead Mill Road, to Robert Brickler, $103.
Ricky D., Patricia, Nolan Scott and Dawn Lowe, 2.501 acres on Oak Hill School Road to Bobby Martin, $18. -
Local industry takes top world honor
A local industry can now claim bragging rights as being one of the “big cheeses” in the dairy world.
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TRANSFERS: July 12-17
July 12:
Carla W. Allen, master commissioner, Branch Banking & Trust Company, Richard B. Haynes and Tina F. Haynes, .22 acres on Lexington Drive to Megan McGregor.
Raymond M. Hume and Peggy A. Hume, Lot 2, Springdale Subdivision to Linda Frasier Realty LLC., $82.50.
Ronnie D. Medley and Carolyn A. Medley, 2 tracts in Barren County to Dennis Jackson and Veronica Jackson, $150. -
Businesses must change for new economy
Manon Perdue shared with members of the Glasgow-Barren County Chamber of Commerce on Friday morning a few ways to ensure small business success.
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TRANSFERS: July 6-10
July 6:
Gary L. and Clara D. Verst, Lots 3, 19 and 20 of Edge Waters Heights Subdivision, to Denny J. and Barbara Brand, $37.50.
Joyce Lee Hancock Devore and Rondell B. Devore, 0.203 acres on Ivy Street to William L. and Debra R. Emmert, $12. - BUSINESS BRIEFS
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Miller Physical Therapy & Wellness hosts Business After Hours on Wednesday
The Glasgow-Barren County Chamber of Commerce will have Business After Hours at Miller Physical Therapy & Wellness, 1410 North Race St. on Wednesday at 5 p.m.
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TRANSFERS: June 21-25
June 21:
Edwin F. and Bobbe B. Smith, 0.743 acres on Creekwood Drive to Dennis D. and Angela K. Harris, $105.
Kenneth and Ollie Huff, 1.153 acres on Willie Groce Road, to Tracy D. Paull, $3. - More Business Headlines
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