Hoffman honored at HCC
Henderson Community College recently honored the generosity of its donors with a reception celebrating Joan Hoffman and other members of the Hoffman Legacy Society.
The society recognizes individuals who have made planned gifts to support HCC and its students for generations to come, said a release from the college.
“I would like to personally thank all of our donors for supporting HCC’s mission,” said HCC President /CEO Jason Warren. “Private dollars provide the margin of excellence and tools needed for student success. You are truly making a difference and changing lives for the better.”
Hoffman, a 1962 graduate of HCC’s first graduating class, was recognized with the HCC Board of Directors’ Alumni Award in 1982. She has served on the College Foundation, Inc. Board, including as president in 2015, and played a key role in establishing the Rotary Colonels2College program, which provides scholarships for local students to attend HCC in perpetuity.
The college said those who want to support HCC students and contribute to their success can visit HCC Giving
City spring cleanup dates announced
The city of Henderson said this year’s Spring Cleanup will be held in two phases—one starting on March 24 and the other on April 14.
Phase 1 includes residents south of Second Street. The city said those residents should have their items out by 7 a.m. March 24.
Phase 2 includes residents north of Second Street. Those residents should have their items out by 7 a.m. April 14.
Crews will be canvassing the city, and once an area is collected, they will not return, so officials say to make sure your items are out on time.
Items that will be collected include large items such as tree limbs, broken furniture, and yard debris. There is no charge.
A maximum of one small pickup truck-sized load of general household debris and one small pickup truck-sized load of yard debris will be accepted per household, said the city.
Crewswill not collect tires, batteries, oil, paint, air conditioners, refrigerators and other hazardous items.
Some other guidelines set by the city
Separation is key: Please keep household trash and yard debris separate. Mixing them could result in the entire load being sent to the landfill, which comes at a higher cost to taxpayers.
Placement: Debris should be placed on the ground (not on a trailer) near your regular trash collection area, but away from structures like fences, poles, and fire hydrants to ensure easy access for pickup.
No need to call: Crews will automatically cover every street and alley in the city. Just make sure your items are ready by the appropriate date and be patient as crews work through the area.
If you miss the scheduled pickup time or have more than the allowed amount, you can arrange a special pickup for a fee by calling Public Works at 270-831-1234.
Landfill option: Residents can always dispose of items directly at the landfill, open Monday to Saturday from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
This cleanup event is for residential properties only, and not for vacant lots, commercial use or construction/demolition debris.
“By following these simple guidelines, we can ensure the cleanup is fast and efficient,” offered City Public Works Director Brian Williams. “We appreciate your cooperation in making this event a success and should you have any questions or need assistance, feel free to contact Public Works at 270-831-1234.”
Bickett named HPD officer of the month
The Henderson Police Department named Officer Payne Bickett as March Officer of the Month.
On February 18, Officer Bickett was dispatched to the Judicial Center for a theft report.
The victim told him her phone had been stolen while she was in the building and that she was able to see the phone’s location through a tracking app, said an HPD release.
Bickett and the victim spent the next hour getting updated locations as the phone moved from one spot to another. Bickett remained with the victim and went to each updated location with the hope of recovering the phone, which contained important personal information and priceless photos. He eventually found the phone abandoned in an alleyway, said police.
Although the suspect had damaged the screen, the victim was able to retrieve the data and photos.
The victim stopped by HPD headquarters the following day to express her gratitude to Bickett, police said.
HPD thanked Bickett for seeing this incident as more than a report run.
HPD arrests allegedly intoxicated driver with 1-year-old in car
Henderson police say an intoxicated driver with a 1-year-old in the car was arrested March 5.
Police say a woman flagged down officers that evening about 8:55 p.m. and told them she believed Elijah Wood was drunk and had just left a local restaurant.
Officers were also told there was a baby in the car with Wood while he was driving, a police release said.
Police said Wood was located at a nearby address and detained, and following a series of field sobriety tests, officers determined Wood was intoxicated.
Wood was taken into custody and submitted to a breath test for alcohol intoxication.
Wood tested over the legal limit for operating a vehicle, police said.
He was charged with first-degree operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol .08 or higher, aggravating circumstances.
Road closure
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is planning an extended closure of KY 268 in Henderson County to replace a cross drain tile, said a KYTC release.
Beginning on Monday, KYTC will block the road between the 3.5 and 4.5 mile points, which is roughly J Dance Road and Tram Road, said the cabinet.
The closure will be in place to allow personnel to replace a problematic cross drain.
The roadway is expected to reopen on Friday, March 21.
