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Graves Co. School Dist. names new supervisor of elementary instruction

Submitted by Paul Schaumburg, Community Relations Director, Graves Co. Schools

Wednesday, June 19th, 2013, 12:00pm

Graves Co. School Dist. names new supervisor of elementary instruction

GRAVES COUNTY, KY (KFVS) - Graves County Schools’ Assistant Superintendent Kim Harrison has hired Amanda Henson to assume the role Harrison is leaving as the district’s “supervisor of elementary instruction” when Harrison officially becomes the district’s superintendent July 1.

“Some other, very qualified candidates made the decision a difficult one, but ultimately Amanda Henson kept coming to the forefront in the selection process,” Harrison said. “She has dedicated herself so much to instruction, curriculum, and research-based success in teaching that she emerged as the ideal candidate to lead our elementary instructional efforts, working with principals, teachers, and students.”

Henson had served as lead teacher at Cuba Elementary School in southern Graves County since 2011. She also served there as a guidance counselor for four years and as a teacher, starting in 2000.

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Mayfield man arrested after nearly 2 weeks on the run

Submitted by KFVS Web Staff

Wednesday, June 19th, 2013, 9:58am

Thad Skaggs, 36 of Mayfield, KY was arrested Tuesday following nearly 2 weeks on the run from police.

GRAVES COUNTY, KY (KFVS)- A Mayfield man on the run from police for nearly two weeks is now behind bars.

Graves County deputies arrested 36-year-old Thad Skaggs Tuesday. He was wanted on numerous warrants in connection with a police pursuit through Pottsville and Lowes on June 6.

The pursuit began after someone reported a vehicle doing donuts in a church parking lot. When deputies arrived at the church, Skaggs allegedly sped away in the car. During the chase, the vehicle ran off the road into a field where Skaggs reportedly fled on foot.

Police received several calls from the public regarding Skaggs. One tip helped lead police to a gas station in Kaler on Tuesday around 4:30 p.m. Deputies say they spotted Skaggs in the passenger seat of a vehicle parked at one of the gas pumps.

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Single car collision kills Mayfield man

Submitted by Steve Pobst on Tuesday, June 18th, 11:00 am

GRAVES COUNTY, KY (KFVS) - A Mayfield man was killed in a single vehicle collision Monday night.

The Graves County Sheriff's Office was dispatched to KY 58 East in the area of the Mayfield/Graves County Airport at approximately 10:10 p.m. Monday, June 17.

When deputies arrived, they discovered that 30-year-old Austin Sanderson was eastbound on KY 58 East when he lost control of the 2008 Chevrolet four door he was driving.

Sanderson lost control due to his speed and the wet road conditions.

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Rain contributed to crash that sent Mayfield teen to hospital

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Digital Content Producer

Monday, June 17th, 2013, 10:20pm

Rain contributed to crash that sent Mayfield teen to hospital

MAYFIELD, KY (KFVS) - A teen was injured after deputies say heavy rain contributed to a crash on US 45 about a mile south of Lone Oak.

Around 2:40 p.m. on Monday, June 17 officers were dispatched to US 45 after a red 2002 Chevy Trailblazer, driven by Michael Mix from Mayfield, ran off the road.

According to the McCracken County Sheriff's Department, Mix lost control of the SUV while southbound on US 45, collided with an earth embankment ditch and overturned several times before coming to a final rest on its wheels.

Mix was taken to the hospital for non-life threatening injuries.

Deputies say localized heavy rain and water collecting on the road were contributing factors. They say the right lane of US 45 was partially blocked for about 30 minutes.

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Two Graves teachers serve on KYCEC board

Submitted by Paul Schaumburg, Community Relations Director, Graves Co. Schools

Monday, June 17th, 2013, 3:40pm

Two Graves teachers serve on KYCEC board

GRAVES COUNTY, KY (KFVS) - Graves County High School special education teacher Miranda Reed (right) recently was appointed to a three-year term as a member-at-large of the Kentucky Council for Exception Children’s executive board at the organization’s summer leadership meeting in Louisville.

Debbie Samples (left), a special education teacher at Graves County’s Cuba Elementary School, also serves on the executive board as mini-grant chair and member-at-large.

Pictured between the two is outgoing KYCEC president Arden Goodman. The Council for Exceptional children is an international community of educators who are the voice and vision of special education. Its mission is to improve the quality of life for individuals with exceptionalities and their families through professional excellence and advocacy.

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Motorcyclist receives minor injuries after hitting deer on KY 58 East

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Digital Content Producer

Friday, June 14th, 2013, 3:18pm

Motorcyclist receives minor injuries after hitting deer on KY 58 East

GRAVES COUNTY, KY (KFVS) - A man was injured after hitting a deer with his motorcycle on KY 58 East near Hopewell Road Friday morning.

The Graves County Sheriff's Department responded to the call around 5:40 a.m. Friday, June 14.

According to deputies, Michael Nichols was on his way to work on his 2006 Harley Davidson motorcycle when a deer walked onto the road and he was unable to avoid hitting it.

Nichols was taken to the hospital with minor injuries. Deputies say he was wearing a helmet and other motorcycle safety attire that is credited with the injuries not being more severe.

The Sheriff’s Office was helped on the scene by the Mayfield Police Department and Mayfield/Graves County EMS.

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KSP announces upcoming traffic safety checkpoints

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Digital Content Producer

Friday, June 14th, 2013, 2:19pm

KSP announces upcoming traffic safety checkpoints

(KFVS) - The Kentucky State Police will be conducting traffic safety checkpoints throughout the Post 1 district, to check drivers for compliance with motor vehicle laws including driving under the influence statutes.

KSP uses traffic safety checkpoints to promote safety for motorists using the public roadways and to provide a deterrent for those who violate laws contained in the Kentucky Revised Statutes.

They say the intent of a traffic safety checkpoint is to provide for a high visibility, public safety service, focusing on vehicular equipment deficiencies, confirming appropriate registration and insurance of vehicles and the valid licensing of drivers. Violations of law or other public safety issues that arise shall be addressed.

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