Noah Cegar Whisman, 93 of Grayson went to be with his Lord on Tuesday, June 15, following a long illness.
Noah was born September 2, 1928 in Elliott County, KY, a son of the late Jess and Jency Kegley Whiseman. He was a retired Pipefitter from local #248 Ashland, an Army Veteran and of Christian faith.
Noah was preceded in death by a grandson, Jonathan Mark Whisman, three sisters, Fern Swanigan, Lucille Flannery and Maude Hunter and one brother, Seth Whisman. His survivors include his wife of 72 years, Martha Blackwell Whisman, three sons, Jonathan Whisman of Olive Hill, KY, Victor (Denise) Whisman of Richmond, KY and Willis (Pam) Whisman of Olive Hill, KY, six grandchildren, Shannon (Malayia) Whisman of West Liberty, KY, Amanda (Alvin) Hensley of Greenup, Miranda (Derek Ison) Miles of Grayson, Johnny Whisman of Olive Hill, Leanne Whisman of FL and Evan Whisman of Winchester, KY, ten grandchildren.
Funeral services will be Sunday, 2:00 p.m. at Malone Funeral Home with Bro. Marcus McCleese, minister. Burial will be in East Carter County Memory Gardens. Visitation will be Sunday, 12 noon until service time. Serving as pallbearers will be, Ben Whisman, Evan Whisman, Cadey Hensley, Johnny Whisman, Alvin Hensley and Shannon Whisman.
Condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www.malonefuneralhome.com.
FRANKFORT ⎯ June marks the beginning of the Kentucky General Assembly’s 2021 Interim Joint Session. From now through the remainder of the year, both Senate and House members will attend monthly committee meetings, in person and virtually, to examine and discuss matters ahead of the 2022 Regular Session. Although lawmakers will not act on legislation during the interim, we will delve into the progression of previously enacted laws and review potential and prefiled legislation along with their implications on the Commonwealth.
Members of the Interim Joint Committee on Education heard from the Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) and a few school district leaders on participation in virtual learning throughout the last academic year. The KDE assistant director in the Division of District Support, Jessica Carlton, said 29 school districts were selected at random to submit participation data for one elementary school, middle school, and high school within their district. Two out of the three reports, October 2020 and January 2021, have been published so far.
According to KDE’s presentation, 11.35% of students in remote learning did not participate on the days selected for the study. Virtual participation statistics in the data was based on when a student logged in to a class or met with the teacher and logged in to complete assignments.
Several district leaders who testified shared stories of some students having to care for younger siblings while parents worked during the day or students having to work to help support their families during the pandemic were typical across school districts. The extra burdens made it difficult for some students to participate in school during regular school hours. All speakers shared how teachers and administrators made home visits, phone calls, and video calls, sometimes early in the morning or late into the evening, to meet the diverse needs of the students and their families.
Broadband access and quality is a top priority. In the Appropriations and Revenue Committee, legislators received a progress update from State Budget Director John Hicks on the broadband expansion project that focuses on underserved areas of the state. During the 2021 session, lawmakers passed legislation allocating $300 million to expand internet access in Kentucky. House Bill 320 earmarked $250 million in federal funds to expand broadband in rural and underserved areas, while House Bill 382 allocated $50 million in federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds for economic development-related broadband.
Director Hicks informed lawmakers that this is the first time Kentucky has launched a project like this, adding that the state has been looking at federal guidance and how other states have implemented similar programs. He also relayed to the committee that a “request for information” (RFI), which is general information about vendors, and a map of underserved areas will launch within the next two weeks. Members learned the report they receive from the RFI is a significant component in finalizing the state’s plan for the project.
As we begin the 2021 Interim, I will try to keep you as updated as possible. For more on the Kentucky General Assembly, visit legislature.ky.gov. There, you can see the General Assembly’s weekly schedule, watch live coverage of committee meetings, search legislator contact information, learn about the legislative process, view informational materials, and request to testify at committee meetings.
To share feedback on an issue, you can email me at Robin.Webb@LRC.KY.GOV. You can also leave a message for me on the Legislative Message Line at (800) 372-7181. Citizens with hearing impairments can use the Kentucky Relay Service at 711.
Ronnie Keith Withrow, 70, of Hitchins, KY passed away on Monday, June 14, 2021 at the Kings Daughters Medical Center in Ashland, KY.
Ronnie was born February 20, 1951 in Grayson, KY a son of the late Amos and Virginia Ruth Deerfield Withrow. He was a boilermaker with local # 105 and was a U.S. Army Veteran.
Ronnie is survived by his wife, Joeann Grizzell Withrow; two sons, Brian Withrow of Westwood, KY and Aaron Withrow of Grayson; one daughter, Amanda Withrow Pennington of Grayson; one sister, Debbie (William) Martin of Flemingsburg, KY; two brothers, Johnny (Gloria) Withrow of Grayson and Mike (Kim) Withrow of Grayson; and two grandchildren, Annistyn Pennington and Aaron Pennington.
The funeral service for Ronnie will be conducted on Saturday, June 19, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. at the Malone Funeral Home with Willie Martin, officiating. Interment will be in the Bowling Cemetery. The visitation will be held Saturday from 11:00 a.m. until the service at the Malone Funeral Home.
Condolences can be made to the Withrow family at www.malonefuneralhome.com
Tint Wizard of Grayson celebrated twenty years in business Saturday night, June 12, 2021, providing their customers and local law enforcement with a free concert and food in their parking lot.
Local country singer Dustin Burchett and band Kentucky Clear put on a great show for the crowd of officers, customers, friends and family.
Owner John Fleming commented saying that when he first started his business he was told that he could never make it in Grayson. But with the support of his family, friends and the community he has been in business for twenty years!
Fleming and his wife Michelle have become friends with several of their customers due to his favorite phrase: “Business is all about building relationships.”
He said he wanted to do something for his customers to say thankyou for their business and support. He also wanted to do something nice in appreciation to our men in uniform who protect and serve. A nice night of good music, good food and good fellowship was enjoyed by all. Tint Wizard’s address is 612 N Carol Malone.
Phone: 606-475-1676
Story & Photos by MICHELLE BRAND Carter County Post
Brandon Shane Smith, 31 of Grayson died Sunday at his residence.
Brandon was born September 23, 1989 in Morehead, KY a son of Dianna (Scott Berry) Young of Grayson and the late Oscar Shane Smith. Brandon was a Boilermaker, Local 456.
Funeral services will be Friday 1:00 p.m. at Malone Funeral Home with Bro. Bradley Cotten, minister. Burial will be in the East Carter County Memory Gardens. Friends may call Friday 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at Malone Funeral Home.
To send a condolence or memory of Brandon, go to www.malonefuneralhome.com.
Judy E. Dalton, 74 of Grayson went to be with her Lord on June 12, 2021 at Cabell Huntington Hospital.
Judy was born May 2, 1947 in Grayson, a daughter of the late Amon and Ruby Marshall Justice. She was a member of the Pactolus United Methodist Church, and was the co-owner of Tom’s Landscaping Garden Center.
She was preceded in death by a brother, Kenneth Justice. Judy is survived by her husband of 41 years, Tom Dalton, two sons, Walter Shawn Limings and Thomas (Patricia) Dalton, Jr., both of Grayson, KY, three daughters, Lisa (Rick Jones) Limings of Grayson, Penny (Matthew) Barber of Catlettsburg and Tammy Dalton of Willard, one sister Bonnie Justice of Grayson, brother, Robert Justice of Grayson, ten grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be conducted Wednesday, 11:00 a.m. at Malone Funeral Home with Bro. David Boggs, minister. Burial will be in the Leadingham Cemetery. Friends may call from 6:00 p.m. -9:00 p.m. Tuesday at Malone Funeral Home. Serving as pallbearers will be Drew Jones, Lafe Limings, Gabe Limings, Matthew Barber, Justin Stone and Mike Young.
To send a condolence or share a memory of Judy, please go to www.malonefuneralhome.com.
