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  • 4-H FOCUS

    Collin ‘Tucker’ Ammerman is the 4-H student spotlight and has been involved with 4-H for five years.
    He is the son of Chris and Kendra Ammerman of Dry Ridge.

    4-H Involvement  - Beef Club – Country Ham Club – 4-H Summer Camp
    Community involvement outside of 4-H/FFA: Member of the Grant County Fair board – Junior member of the American Chianina Association and member of the Grant County Junior Cattlemen.

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  • Braves down Boone County Rebels

    The Grant County Braves boy’s basketball team won its home opener 71-56 on Dec. 4, downing Boone County.  
    Sharp shooter Joey Saylor led the way for the Braves by pouring in 28 points while nailing six long-range three-point baskets.  

    The game was back and forth throughout much of the first half before the Braves began to build a lead that they never relinquished.

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  • Lady Braves fall to Scott County 67-51
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  • Lady Demons outlast Lady Rebels

    The fans that showed up at Williamstown High School on Dec. 3, were treated to a great basketball game and more.  
    The Lady Demons came away with a hard fought 63-58 victory against Owen County.  
    It was a game of lead changes as both teams put together small scoring runs throughout the game to give them the lead.

    But it was Williamstown who put together a 11-point run late in the third quarter to seal the deal for the Lady Demons.
    Both teams started slow early in the game, but once they started scoring it was an up-tempo game.  

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  • Montgomery, Kennedy reach 1,000 point club at WHS

    Two Lady Demon basketball players reached a milestone Dec. 3 in the same game.
    Senior Rachel Montgomery and junior Michaela Kennedy surpassed scoring 1,000 points in their career playing for Williamstown.
    When the duo took the court against the Owen County Rebels, they knew they were close to joining the 1,000-point club. Montgomery needed 11 points, and Kennedy needed 16.
    Montgomery came out aggressive on both sides of the court picking up two early fouls that would force her to sit out most of the first half.

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  • PUBLIC OUTCRY

    Tensions were heightened as Grant County Judge-Executive Steve Wood began Monday night’s fiscal court meeting as the usually empty courtroom was filled with more than 50 people.
    When it came time for the judge’s report, Wood said he’d be talking about himself.
    “I want to talk to you about me and how sorry I am for what I’ve done,” he said, looking out at the crowd.

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  • Citizens organize against wet vote

    A group called Citizens Against a Wet Grant County has organized to fight the possibility of county-wide alcohol sales.
    A wet vote will be held Dec. 22 that if approved, will allow for the county-wide sale of alcoholic beverages at bars and restaurants as well as at liquor, grocery and convenience stores.
    The special election comes after the group, End Grant County Prohibition, submitted a petition to the county.
    Fifty-five people attended the first meeting of Citizens Against a Wet Grant County on Nov. 17.

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  • Agencies need helping hand during holidays

    While many families are making holiday plans, others are wondering how they’ll make ends meet.
    Several organizations and groups in Grant County are making plans to help families in need this holiday season.

    SALVATION ARMY
     The Salvation Army of Grant County is seeking help from the community in its efforts to make sure everyone in the community can celebrate this winter.
    There are several ways to get involved with the Grant County Unit of Salvation Army.

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  • Wet proponents say ‘yes’ vote will bring growth

    Darren Spahr believes the community could reap economic benefits if the voters approve a measure allowing alcohol sales in Grant County on Dec. 22.

    Spahr, a Dry Ridge resident who led a petition drive to get the issue to a vote, said Grant County could enjoy an increase in jobs, which in turn could mean an increased tax base.

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  • Lets Talk Turkey
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