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Late Evening News

…yeah, I realize that if I wanna do this for real, I should probably aim for gathering and writing things sooner… but the kids were behaving fairly well, so I just had to treat them to a bit of daddy time and a movie–Peabody & Sherman–on the TV… and then that somehow turned into watching Firefly for the umpteenth time on Netflix… and then there was the cleaning, and the laundry, etc…

BIG STORY

Marcus Gross
(Photo from a 2007 WLEX interview w/ Gross)

It started around 12:30AM, when Raven B. Edwards (27) arrived at the home of Bill Jolley (42), on Monroe Road, off of US 27 South of Cynthiana. According to reports given to police by Jolley, Edwards had been in contact with him via phone and Facebook, asking to meet with him at his residence. Shortly after inviting Edwards in, Jolley’s home was forcefully entered by Edwards’ boyfriend, Marcus L. Gross (28), and an accomplice, Larry J. Nolen (26).

“The two men kicked in the door, came in, tackled me, and a fight ensued. We made it to the bedroom, went through a drywall wall then I was able to grab my gun off the night stand. I shot one of them and then they left,” Jolley told WKYT in an interview. “It is pretty scary. You know you think you are safe in your own home. I can’t explain why people do what they do. It is a shame you have to take precautions to protect what you have worked for.”

Sometime after Gross was shot, Nolen drove his wounded accomplice to Harrison Memorial Hospital; Gross was soon pronounced dead. Nolen left the hospital, abandoning a maroon 2000 Chevrolet Impala.

Raven Edwards
Bourbon Co. Det. Ctr. Booking Photo

Edwards was arrested in connection to the crimes, and charged with first degree robbery and burglary. In an arraignment that took place later this day, Edwards plead not guilty to the charges. She is currently being held at the Bourbon County Detention Center with a $50,000 bond, and has a court appearance set for December 29. Edwards has already revealed in a statement to police that she was “the set up person” and that she had “knowledge that a robbery was going to occur shortly after her arrival at the residence.”

Jolley claims to have no previous knowledge of Gross or Nolen, but that Edwards was a friend of a former girlfriend, according to a report by WTVQ.

In an earlier televised report made by WLEX, Gross had been the perpetrator of a crime that took place in 2007 at Hillside Apartments in Cynthiana. On August 27, 2007, Gross was involved in a heated altercation with an ex-girlfriend. According to an article published by The Cynthiana Democrat, Gross had approached the woman with a knife and attempted to draw her inside the apartment; when his attempts failed, Gross set fire to a mattress, and later jumped out of the third-story window of an adjacent bedroom. Gross plead guilty to criminal mischief, burglary, wanton endangerment, and an amended charge of arson.

In response to Gross’ former criminal activities, his father, Mark Gross told WKYT, “He did go to prison and he made some bad choices in his early life, but when he got out, he turned everything over to the Lord.”

Larry Nolen
Bourbon Co. Det. Ctr. Booking Photo

Nolen has since been located and arrested by Kentucky State Police. Nolen is currently in the custody of the Bourbon County Detention Center and has been charged with first degree robbery and burglary as well as fourth degree assault. Bond information has yet to be set.

http://www.lex18.com/story/27683866/man-shot-and-killed-during-harrison-county-home-invasion

http://www.wtvq.com/story/d/story/suspect-wanted-after-deadly-home-invasion-in-cynth/31914/iupkh10Khk28gDNlVAzuMA

https://web.archive.org/web/20190517150257/https://www.wkyt.com/home/headlines/Man-shot-dead-in-Harrison-County-286538641.html

 

 

Noon-ish News Update

Followup to the home invasion story mentioned earlier this morning:

At least one arrest has been made in connection to the home invasion that took place shortly after 12:30am this morning near Monroe Road, just off of US 27 South.

According to a police citation obtained by WLEX, Raven B. Edwards (27) used social media to establish a meeting with the homeowner–[WLEX does not allude to the intended nature of the meeting]. Shortly after Edwards’ arrival and invitation into the residence, her boyfriend, Marcus Gross and a [presently] unnamed male subject entered the home, and began to assault the homeowner. [A previous report by WLEX stated that the altercation took place in the homeowner’s bedroom.] During the struggle, the homeowner managed to locate a firearm and shoot one of the men. The homeowner was apparently injured during the incident, though extent of injuries has not been reported.

Edwards has admitted to knowing that a robbery would take place shortly after her arrival.

According to reports, investigators are continuing to search for the second male subject.

Edwards is currently in custody at the Bourbon County Detention Center and is charged with Robbery 1st Degree and Burglary 1st Degree.

Morning News

…meh. This is the kinda stuff I’m thinking about putting into my podcast, if I can get it off the ground…

CYNTHIANA / HARRISON
The resident of a Harrison County home shot and killed an intruder during a home invasion early Monday morning. Deputies say two men entered the home on Monroe Road, just off US-27, around 12:30 a.m., and there was a struggle in the bedroom. During the altercation, a resident of the home shot one of the intruders. Deputies say a short time later, the suspect showed up at Harrison Memorial Hospital where he died.
 
The Cynthiana City Commission convenes in a special meeting this afternoon at 4PM. Numerous members of the community are concerned about this meeting as an answer to the fate of the Handy House, or Ridgeway, may be announced. The Harrison County Fiscal Court had already voted for the structure’s demolition earlier this year.
 
AREA NEWS
Bourbon County High School Principal David Horseman was discovered sleeping in his car at a Speedway in Lexington on Sunday, and was arrested for DUI. According to Lexington police, Horseman had admitted to drinking at least four tequilas and driving before stopping at the gas station and passing out. Horseman was later released from the Fayette County Detention Center.
https://web.archive.org/web/20150407172858/http://www.wkyt.com/home/headlines/Bourbon-County–286518481.html?ref=481
 
Lexington Police are investigating a deadly crash that occurred around 2:45 this morning on Georgetown Rd in Fayette County near the Scott County Line. The victim, driving a white Chevy, crossed the median, crashed through two fence-lines and into a row of tress. The victim was thrown from the vehicle. The Lexington-Fayette coroner has yet to release the victim’s identity.
https://web.archive.org/web/20150408130708/http://www.wkyt.com/home/headlines/Police-investigating-deadly-crash-286536511.html
KENTUCKY
The man responsible for last week’s Amber Alert in northern Kentucky has been arrested. On Thursday, December 18th, an Alert was issued for a 20-day old infant that had been left in the back-seat of a vehicle stolen from a Florence gas station. 25 year old Johnathon Sester was arrested yesterday for the crime, and has been charged with theft by unlawful taking and kidnapping.
https://web.archive.org/web/20150408112034/http://www.wkyt.com/home/headlines/Warrant-issued-for–286516631.html
WEIRD
This year has set a few different milestones in UK history–such as this year’s class having over 5,000 freshman, and overall enrollment being 30,000 strong; but the oddest new milestone reached is having 113 twins in their undergrad class. UK spokesman Jay Blanton says of this latest trend, “The numbers of twins, triplets and quadruplets on our campus reflects our continued growth and the fact that more families and students view UK as a first choice for their education.”
THIS DAY IN HISTORY
In 1808, Beethoven priemered his Fifth Symphony at the Theater an der Wien in Vienna.
In 1964, the first test flight of the SR-71 (Blackbird) took place at Air Force Plant 42 in Palmdale, California.
In 1989, Berlin’s Brandenburg Gate re-opens, ending the division between East and West Germany.
In 2010, President Obama repeals “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell.”

Winter Weather Awareness

The key to making it through the winter season is to be prepared before harsh conditions are upon you.

The current forecast calls for the first taste of winter precipitation over much of the Commonwealth by early next week. It’s clear that winter has arrived early and that it is here to stay.

To help Kentuckians better prepare for the annual return of cold and snow, the National Weather Service (NWS) Offices that serve the state of Kentucky, in conjunction with Kentucky Emergency Management, have designated this week as Kentucky Winter Weather Awareness Week.

For the remainder of the week, Kentucky-serving NWS offices will have vital winter weather information posted in the “Top News” section of their websites and will be posting messages to social media. The web pages also serve as an excellent source for answers to your questions about what to do when the snow starts to fly and the mercury plummets.

For more information, visit your local NWS office online, at:

Harrison County Emergency Management Receives Community Grant from Bluegrass Pipeline

Cynthiana, KY – Harrison County Emergency Management today announced the receipt of a $2,500 grant from the Bluegrass Pipeline project. The grant will be used to help purchase and install a new generator at the county’s Emergency Operations and Training Center. This new equipment will help local first responders maintain power during outages, while continuing to provide local residents with an optimum level of critical services during activations of the Emergency Operations Center. The funding to Harrison County Emergency Management is part of a community grant program available to Kentucky counties that host the Bluegrass Pipeline.

Michael Palmer, Emergency Management Director said, “This funding will increase the safety and effectiveness of local emergency management operations. The entire Safety and Training Center can now be utilized as a safe environment for all first responders and residents in an emergency situation. We are grateful to the Bluegrass Pipeline for supporting our first responders and residents. We also thank Bluegrass Pipeline for recognizing the importance of helping us keep our family, friends and neighbors safe.”

“Bluegrass Pipeline is honored to support Harrison County Emergency Management in its effort to provide a safe environment and shelter for first responders and residents.” said Tom Droege, a representative for the Bluegrass Pipeline. “The mission of our program is to identify and help fund projects that directly benefit and help improve local communities. We are committed to being a strong member of the communities where we operate.”

The grant program is designed to emphasize the company’s social responsibility on issues such as safety, environmental stewardship and community benefits. To that end, grants are awarded for a variety of projects including new equipment for first responders, wildlife habitat enhancement, conservation education, historic preservation and economic and community development.

Harrison County Emergency Management is one of 19 community organizations in Kentucky that will benefit from the Bluegrass Pipeline’s most recent Community Grant Cycle.

HarrisonCoEM_102714Picture provided – from Left to Right: Luke Webster (Bluegrass Pipeline Representative), ReJeana Craft (Harrison Co. Emergency Management), Mike Palmer (Harrison Co. Emergency Management Director, LT Joey Nelson (Cynthiana Fire Dept.), Chief Jay Sanders (Cynthiana Fire Dept.)

…SAFETY RULES FOR TORNADOES…

...SAFETY RULES FOR TORNADOES...

A TORNADO WATCH MEANS CONDITIONS ARE FAVORABLE FOR THE DEVELOPMENT
OF SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS WHICH CAN PRODUCE TORNADOES IN AND CLOSE
TO THE WATCH AREA.  IF YOU ARE IN THE WATCH AREA, KEEP INFORMED OF
THE LATEST WEATHER INFORMATION.  THESE STORMS CAN DEVELOP RAPIDLY,
SO THERE MAY BE OCCASIONS WHEN ADVANCE WARNING IS NOT POSSIBLE.

A TORNADO WARNING MEANS A TORNADO HAS BEEN SPOTTED OR INDICATED BY
RADAR.  IF YOU ARE IN THE PATH OF OR NEAR THE TORNADO, TAKE
IMMEDIATE ACTION TO PROTECT LIFE AND PROPERTY.  FOLLOW THESE
SAFETY RULES:

IN OPEN COUNTRY, FIND A DITCH, CULVERT, OR OTHER LOW AREA AND LAY
DOWN FLAT.  COVER YOUR HEAD WITH YOUR HANDS FOR PROTECTION.

IN HOMES OR SMALL BUILDINGS, GO TO THE BASEMENT OR A SMALL
INTERIOR ROOM ON THE LOWEST FLOOR, SUCH AS A HALLWAY, BATHROOM, OR
CLOSET. USE HEAVY FURNITURE FOR SHELTER OR COVER YOURSELF WITH A
MATTRESS OR BLANKET.

IN MOBILE HOMES OR VEHICLES, ABANDON THEM AND GO TO A SUBSTANTIAL
STRUCTURE OR PLACE OF SAFETY.  NEVER TRY TO OUTRUN A TORNADO IN A
VEHICLE.

IN SCHOOLS, HOSPITALS, FACTORIES, OR SHOPPING CENTERS, GO TO
DESIGNATED SHELTER AREAS.  INTERIOR HALLS ON THE LOWEST LEVELS ARE
USUALLY THE BEST. STAY AWAY FROM GYMNASIUMS OR AUDITORIUMS. AVOID
ALL OUTSIDE WALLS AND WINDOWS.

THE KEY TO TORNADO SURVIVAL IS TO BE PREPARED AND TAKE IMMEDIATE
ACTION WHEN A WARNING IS ISSUED OR WHEN YOU FEEL THREATENED.
REMEMBER, THE ACTION YOU TAKE DURING A TORNADO EVENT MAY SAVE YOUR
LIFE AND THE LIVES OF THOSE YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR.

 

Preparedness Month in Kentucky

In conjunction with National Preparedness Month, Governor Steve Beshear has proclaimed September as Preparedness Month in Kentucky (View Proclamation).

If the lights go out, are you prepared? That is a simple but necessary question that we must ask ourselves. In the event of a power outage something as simple as having a flashlight, radio and extra batteries available can make you and your family more comfortable during these times.

Kentuckians face many weather related and man-made challenges throughout the year; from tornadoes, flooding, straight line winds, lightning winter storms, hazardous chemical spills to daily emergencies. Every household and every business should be prepared to face these challenges at any given time.

Although state and local governments are here to assist the public during these times, preparedness starts at home. It starts with being aware of conditions and situations that threaten you and your family’s safety.

BE AWARE – BE PREPARED – HAVE A PLAN!

Be Aware:

  • Know what risks face your community
  • Know in advance your weather forecasts
  • Own and monitor a battery backup NOAA Weather Alert Radio and battery (or crank) AM/FM radio for local broadcasts
  • During an emergency stay tuned to your local broadcasting stations
  • Discuss conditions with family members and know their location during times of known potentially threatening conditions

Be prepared: You should have at minimum a three day supply of food and water for each member of your family. Changing out periodically.

  • Put together an emergency kit to include essentials such as: medicines, flash lights, radio, extra batteries, matches, candles, first aid supplies, eye glasses, extra keys, CASH, etc.
  • Refresh you emergency kit(s) periodically
  • If you own a generator, read and familiarize yourself with the owner’s safety manual before ever attempting to use it

Have a plan:
Along with an emergency kit you should have an emergency plan.

  • Discuss your plan with family members, neighbors and a out of state contact
  • Review your plan periodically for necessary updates
  • Drill – practice your plan with household members

Preparedness guides and additional information can be found at http://www.ready.gov/guides.

KENTUCKY PARTICIPATES IN REGIONAL EARTHQUAKE EXERCISE

KENTUCKY PARTICIPATES IN REGIONAL EARTHQUAKE EXERCISE

Press Release Date: Wednesday, June 18, 2014
Contact Information: MEDIA CONTACT: Buddy Rogers Tel. No. 502-607-1611

FRANKFORT, Ky. (June 18, 2014) On Monday, June 16, Kentucky Emergency Management (KYEM) and its partners kicked off a weeklong earthquake exercise, CAPSTONE-14, designed to strengthen partnerships between local, state and federal governments and the private sector.

Under the direction of the Central United Earthquake Consortium (CUSEC) board of directors, CAPSTONE-14 has been three years in planning and is based upon the occurrence of a damaging earthquake in the New Madrid Seismic Zone (NMSZ). The exercise is being conducted from Monday, June 16 to Friday, June 20, 2014 in the states of Alabama, Arkansas, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Mississippi, Missouri and Tennessee.

KYEM Director Michael Dossett said, “CAPSTONE-14 offers Kentucky and our neighboring CUSEC states the opportunity to build upon the existing partnerships which are in place and opportunities to identify what works and what needs improvement.”

Kentucky’s CAPSTONE -14 objectives include: establishing interoperability among the eight participating states and federal and local governments; focusing on communications; managing resources; establishing a common operational picture through the use of geographic information systems and information management systems; and integrating private sector participants into individual state and multi-state regional command and control activities through the use of the virtual business emergency operations center.

This exercise is also testing new technology to allow better communication and interoperability among officials and agencies in multiple states, including a map that allows the public to track areas impacted by the simulated earthquake at www.tinyurl.com/CAPSTONE-MAP.

For more information on CAPSTONE-14 visit www.cusec.org. Visit www.kyem.ky.gov for more information about Kentucky Emergency Management and to follow us on Twitter and like us on Facebook.

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Article originally published at: http://migration.kentucky.gov/Newsroom/dma_kyem/capstone2014.htm

Statewide Tornado Drill – March 5, 2014

The Statewide Tornado Safety Drill, which had been planned for today, has been rescheduled for tomorrow, Wednesday, March 5 at 10:07 a.m. EST.

Kentucky Weather Preparedness Committee (KWPC) members decided to reschedule the drill due the lasting effects from the recent winter storm, which has caused hazardous driving conditions and numerous school closings across the Commonwealth.

Governor Steve Beshear has proclaimed March 2 – 8 as Severe Weather Awareness Week in Kentucky, and the Tornado Drill is a part of scheduled activities designed to educate and increase public awareness.

“Although there is snow on the ground today, temperatures are expected to be in the 60s by the coming weekend. Who knows what the weather may hold next week?” said Buddy Rogers, KWPC Chairperson “That’s why we encourage everyone to participate in the statewide tornado drill and review their personal weather safety plan.”

Drill participants are encouraged to go to www.kyem.ky.gov and complete a short survey, which will help local and state officials better prepare citizens for severe weather events.

The drill survey, information on Severe Weather Awareness Week and additional weather preparedness information, can be found at www.kyem.ky.gov.

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Commonwealth Emergency Operations Center will Activate to Monitor Winter Storm

Media Contact: Commonwealth Joint Information Center 502.607.6666

FRANKFORT, Ky. (March 2, 2014) – The Commonwealth Emergency Operations Center (CEOC) activated today at 3 pm at Level III to monitor the winter storm crossing the Commonwealth today through tomorrow afternoon. Level III staffing includes designated state and private sector partners and other officials.

National Weather Service officials have predicted significant accumulations of freezing rain, ice, sleet and snow across the Commonwealth. Coupled with strong winds and gusts up to 20-30 mph, downed power lines and trees are expected along with widespread power outages. If you lose power, do not use unapproved alternate heating sources inside the home.

Officials strongly encourage people to watch the weather carefully and if you do not have to travel, stay home. If you must get out in the winter storm, ensure your vehicle is full of gas and packed with an emergency kit including extra blankets and nonperishable food items.

For additional weather preparedness information, visitwww.kyem.ky.gov. Call 511 or check www.511.ky.gov for road conditions if you must travel.

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