Carter County Post: May 2020

5/31/2020

Honoring The Memories: Memorial Day Observance for Local Veterans (50 photos)

A small crowd gathered at Veterans Park in downtown Grayson Saturday afternoon to honor local military veterans who were killed in action while serving their country.

EK Railroad Mini-Reunion For Tony Collier's Birthday

Former members and associates of one-time local Bluegrass music band EK Railroad surprised Grayson musician and instrument builder Tony Collier Friday for a mini-reunion and jam session to celebrate Collier’s 63rd birthday.

Honoring Veterans: Saturday Afternoon Memorial At Veterans Park

Carter County natives who were killed in action while serving in America’s military will be memorialized and honored at 1 p.m. today (Saturday – May 30, 2020) at Veterans Park in Grayson.

Carter County natives who were killed in action while serving in America's military will be memorialized and honored at 1 p.m. today (Saturday - May 30, 2020) at Veterans Park in Grayson.

Olive Hill Chamber of Commerce: Homecoming Festival On Hold

Olive Hill Chamber of Commerce President Lisa Conley released a statement regarding planned events and activities in the city following a recent meeting of the Chamber’s board of directors.

Olive Hill Chamber of Commerce President Lisa Conley released a statement regarding planned events and activities in the city following a recent meeting of the Chamber's board of directors.

Board of Elections: Carter County Filing Deadline Set

The deadline to file for office in the November General Election is June 02, 2020 at 4:00 pm.

Happy Birthday Tony Collier!

Editor’s Note: This article and photos were originally intended for publication before Easter 2020.

The Carter County Post simply wanted to give a “shout out” to a good guy and great neighbor, Tony Collier, on his birthday!

2020 Carter County Fair Cancelled: "This is something we can't outrun and can't out plan."

It was not a decision anyone on the Carter County Fair Board wanted to make, although ultimately they felt a decision had to be made regarding plans for this year’s county fair.

Carter County Fiscal Court Lifts Emergency Status: "I recommend we return to normal - allow return to work and church."

Carter County’s magistrates and county judge executive discussed budget concerns during a special meeting Tuesday, and agreed to lift restrictions applied at the start of the ongoing pandemic.

Editor's Note: This article and photos were originally intended for publication before Easter 2020.

The Carter County Post simply wanted to give a "shout out" to a good guy and great neighbor, Tony Collier, on his birthday!

It was not a decision anyone on the Carter County Fair Board wanted to make, although ultimately they felt a decision had to be made regarding plans for this year's county fair.

Carter County's magistrates and county judge executive discussed budget concerns during a special meeting Tuesday, and agreed to lift restrictions applied at the start of the ongoing pandemic.

Paving, Traffic Changes in Olive Hill Mark Completion of $2 Million US 60 Upgrade

Use caution in downtown work zone

Grayson: Tug-of-Tie-Down War at Carter's Auto Parts

Two men working to load and secure a trailer in front of Carter’s Auto Parts at 503 East Main Street in Grayson.

Open Again: ZZ's Bar & Grill

Customers once again found their way to one of Grayson’s most popular lunch spots, ZZ’s Bar & Grill, Tuesday (May 26, 2020).

Two men working to load and secure a trailer in front of Carter's Auto Parts at 503 East Main Street in Grayson.

Customers once again found their way to one of Grayson's most popular lunch spots, ZZ's Bar & Grill, Tuesday (May 26, 2020).

Olive Hill: 10 Years at Bubba's Towing - "Me and Amanda started out with high hopes and empty pockets"

Amanda and Eric “Bubba” Johnson turned tragedy into opportunity 10 years ago when the first of two floods swept through Olive Hill and claimed four homes they owned in the Ben’s Run section along Tygart Creek.

Grayson: Kentucky Kutz Barber Shop Open Again

The cutting crew at Kentucky Kutz Barber Shop were among the Carter County salons and shops which welcomed customers back inside early Tuesday morning (May 26, 2020).

Amanda and Eric "Bubba" Johnson turned tragedy into opportunity 10 years ago when the first of two floods swept through Olive Hill and claimed four homes they owned in the Ben's Run section along Tygart Creek.

The cutting crew at Kentucky Kutz Barber Shop were among the Carter County salons and shops which welcomed customers back inside early Tuesday morning (May 26, 2020).

Local Musicians Join Nationwide Memorial Day "Taps" Performance

Retired band and choir director Greg Collinsworth was one of several area musicians who joined in the nationwide playing of “Taps” at 3 p.m. Monday, May 25 2020 for Memorial Day.

Retired band and choir director Greg Collinsworth was one of several area musicians who joined in the nationwide playing of "Taps" at 3 p.m. Monday, May 25 2020 for Memorial Day.

Grayson: Ruth Is Back at Haney's Jewelry

Downtown Grayson’s “Queen of Bling” is among the local merchants who are once again welcoming customers back to their business.

Grayson's "Storm Shelter" Again Open: Bayso's Sports Pub Open With Limited Seating

A particularly appreciative group of patrons seemed to have no troubles maintaining their distance while enjoying a seat at the bar or tables inside Grayson’s Bayso’s Sports Pub during Friday’s reopening.

Snowie of Grayson: Cool Treats Beat Heat

The locally owned and operated “Snowie of Grayson” mobile operation reopened last week in the old Ralph’s parking lot near James Family Outfitters and Veterans Bingo.

Olive Hill: Outdoor Dining On Deck At Henri's

Henri’s Market & Deli owner Todd Antrobus chatted with patrons who chose to enjoy their meals and drinks at a table on the new deck at the restaurant in Olive Hill.

Memory Days 2020 Flags Salute Our Veterans

While the 50th anniversary of Grayson’s annual Memory Days celebration had to be cancelled during Memorial Day Weekend 2020,

Downtown Grayson's "Queen of Bling" is among the local merchants who are once again welcoming customers back to their business.

A particularly appreciative group of patrons seemed to have no troubles maintaining their distance while enjoying a seat at the bar or tables inside Grayson's Bayso's Sports Pub during Friday's reopening.

The locally owned and operated "Snowie of Grayson" mobile operation reopened last week in the old Ralph's parking lot near James Family Outfitters and Veterans Bingo.

Henri's Market & Deli owner Todd Antrobus chatted with patrons who chose to enjoy their meals and drinks at a table on the new deck at the restaurant in Olive Hill.

While the 50th anniversary of Grayson's annual Memory Days celebration had to be cancelled during Memorial Day Weekend 2020,

Grayson: Wendy's Team Keeps It Fresh and Safe

The team at Grayson’s Wendy’s restaurant paused for a photo last week during a brief break between drive-through orders. While they were initially tempted to gather up for the photo, the Wendy’s crew immediately maintained their distance.

The team at Grayson's Wendy's restaurant paused for a photo last week during a brief break between drive-through orders. While they were initially tempted to gather up for the photo, the Wendy's crew immediately maintained their distance.

Jim & Tim: Kayaks To "Copperhead Cove"

I suspect Jim McKnight and myself were a bit too caught up in the moment after finding our way back into a truly hidden cove, complete with cascading waterfall, as we paddled a pair of kayaks in Laurel Gorge last week.

Commercial Bank of Grayson: Operational Return May 26, 2020

Ladies and Gentlemen: We will enter the next phase of the bank’s operational return from our Emergency Pandemic Period next Tuesday, May 26, 2020.

Act now to lessen the digital divide in Eastern Kentucky: An Op-ed by Peter Hille

Governor Beshear continues to tell us to stay “Safe at Home”, and he’s right. For many of us that means a lot more time on the internet to work remotely, keep our kids up to date on school assignments, access telemedicine, tune into public meetings, shop for essentials, and stream something to give our minds a break from the crisis.