Letters
Governor asked to ‘keep Christmas in Kentucky’
We don’t have fireworks to celebrate a “summer holiday.” We celebrate Independence Day on the Fourth of July because we are proud of our independence. Why should we call Christmas a “winter holiday” to appease the non-Christians who might somehow be offended by a celebration of the birth of Christ?
Our country was founded on Christianity. Pilgrims came to this land for religious freedom, but that freedom is being eroded, little by little. The government has taken prayer out of our schools, the Ten Commandments out of our schools and our courthouses, and Nativity scenes out of public buildings.
Next, our governor wanted to have a holiday tree for the capitol. It’s a Christmas tree, Governor Beshear. We celebrate Christmas in Kentucky — Christmas trees, Christmas cards, Christmas gifts and Christmas plays in churches. We celebrate the birth of Christ on the day we call Christmas.
Jesus said, “Whosoever therefore shall be ashamed of me and my words in this adulterous and sinful generation, of him also shall the Son of man be ashamed when he cometh in the glory of his Father with the holy angel.” (Mark 8:38)
If we truly believe the Bible and believe in Jesus Christ, then it is our duty to uphold Christ in every way we can and not allow non-believers to influence us.
Elsie Petrey, Williamsburg
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Corbin Band thanks championship sponsors
The Corbin High School Band and Corbin Band Boosters would like to thank the community for all their support this past year.
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March is Sexual Assault Awareness Month
March is Sexual Assault Awareness Month in Kentucky and provides an opportunity to highlight year-round efforts to aid those affected by sexual violence and work to prevent future sexual assaults. Through local and state events and campaigns, Sexual Assault Awareness Month highlights sexual violence as a preventable problem.
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School board members hearts, not with kids but ‘at the bank’
I am writing in regards to the article on Corbin schools and Knox County schools. I can honestly say I am ashamed to be from the Knox County area.
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Reader supports Bunning’s stance on spending
When it comes to Senator Jim Bunning’s stance on healthcare, I agree with him wholeheartedly.
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Humane Society manager responds to cockfighter’s letter
It says something about Kentucky’s weak anti-cockfighting statute that self-professed cockfighters like Eddie Partin brazenly declare their law-breaking ways in the local paper without any fear of repercussions (“Cockfighters give to the community,” March 1).
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United Steelworkers show appreciation
The membership of United Steelworkers Local 8411 would like to take this opportunity to convey their thanks to all individuals, companies, local restaurants and local politicians for their support and donations through our recent strike.
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Former player remembers Coach House
This week, the Corbin community lost a great man in Don House. Coach Don House has been a friend and mentor to many of the youth in Corbin for a lot of years. I
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End of reciprocal agreement a ‘terrible tragedy’ for kids
The end of the Knox/Corbin reciprocal agreement is a terrible tragedy for the children who have to change schools, on many different levels.
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Corbin Band thanks championship sponsors
