Friday, April 28, 2000
AROUND THE COMMONWEALTH
Erlanger boy suffers burns from gasoline
The Cincinnati Enquirer
ERLANGER — A 12-year-old boy playing with gasoline and matches was burned over about 40 percent of his body Thursday. Erlanger Fire and EMS responded to a call of a grass fire in the 100 block of Eagle Creek at 4:14 p.m. Lt. Todd Schulkers said the boy, whom he would not identify, suffered second- and third-degree burns.
He was taken by helicopter to Children's Hospital Medical Center and transferred to Shriners Burns Institute. Shriners would not release information on the boy's condition.
Police said several youngsters were playing with the gasoline and matches. The incident is under investigation.
Claims deadline becomes state law
FORT THOMAS — Gov. Paul Patton signed a bill into law Thursday that requires health insurance companies to pay claims within 30 days of receiving them.
The bill, sponsored by Sen. Katie Stine, R-Fort Thomas, was passed during the General Assembly's legislative session that ended April 14.
Insurance chairman wins adversity award
BELLEVUE — Tom Cundy, CEO of Cundy Insurance Co., and a Bellevue native, is among 10 individuals who will be honored next week in Washington, D.C. as recipients of this year's Horatio Alger Award.
The award is presented annually by the Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans to men and women who have overcome significant personal adversity through hard work, integrity, determination and a dedication to others.
Mr. Cundy won the Kentucky state high school tennis championship in 1951 and earned a scholarship to Florida State University. He started his insurance business 42 years ago.
He has been a member of insurance industry organizations, such as the Million Dollar Table, since 1960.
Committee to meet on airport noise
HEBRON — The Aviation Noise Committee, a citizens advisory group on noise issues at the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport, will meet at 7 p.m. Wednesday.
The meeting will be at the Florence Government Center, 8100 Ewing Blvd.
Agenda items include a discussion on how the Kenton County Airport Board plans to address noise created by construction of a proposed north/south runway.
Information: 767-3144.
Group to discuss war memorial plan
FORT WRIGHT — The committee working on a memorial for local war veterans will meet at 5 p.m. Tuesday. The meeting will be in council chambers of the Fort Wright City building, 409 Kyles Ln.
Bike rodeo includes safety information
INDEPENDENCE — The Kenton County and Independence police departments are co-hosts of a bike rodeo from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. May 7 at the Kroger grocery on Ky. 17 here.
Officers will provide information on bicycle safety, and the event will include a free drawing for bicycle helmets. Child IDs will be available for those who want to have their children registered. For parents, officers will engrave vehicle windows to help prevent vehicle theft.
Independence Fire Department members will be at Kroger's with their child-sized firehouse to teach children about fire safety.
Arts center offers crafts for children
COVINGTON — Children can make handcrafted Mother's Day gifts between 1 and 4 p.m. May 13 at the Carnegie Visual and Performing Arts Center, 1028 Scott Blvd.
Spiral mobiles, chalk rose drawings, hand-painted plates, tissue paper seascapes, and hand-painted flower pots are the gift possibilities.
Admission is $1 for adults and children. Information: 491-2030.
Villa Hills approves water-line contribution
VILLA HILLS — This Kenton County city recently agreed to contribute up to $75,000 for a new water line, if Villa Hills receives a federal grant for the project.
To help pay for the $413,400 project, the city is seeking a $304,000 Community Development Block Grant awarded through the Kentucky Department of Local Government. The 8-inch main would serve 41 households in Villa Hills and Bromley.
Kenton Fiscal Court also has pledged $10,000, and the Northern Kentucky Water Service District has agreed to cover the $24,400 in design costs.
Program offers tips on caring for elderly
BOONE COUNTY — The Boone County Cooperative Extension Service will offer the five-week series, “Caring for an Aging Family Member,” on Tuesdays, starting May 2.
The programs will be from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., and will cover the following topics: stress management, long-term care, Medicare and Medicaid, and nutrition.
Call 586-6101 by today to register.
NKU plans program for older students
Northern Kentucky University is sponsoring an open house for Adult Learners, 5-7:30 p.m., Monday, May 15, in the University Center theater on NKU's Highland Heights campus.
The Adult Learners is an organization of prospective students over the age of 25. The panel will discuss admissions, career changes, transfer policies, financial aid and evening classes.
To make a reservation, or for more information, call 572-6015 or e-mail schwartzv@nku.edu.
DAYBOOK
Covington: Play, Our Town, presented by Holmes High School students, 7 p.m., Holmes High School auditorium, 25th Street and Madison Avenue. Tickets cost $5 for adults, and $3 for students at the door.
Erlanger: Rejoice 2000 Concert, featuring musical artists: Gary Griesser, First Harmony, Patsy Meyer, Southern Harmony, and Randy Wallace, 7 to 9:30 p.m., Erlanger Baptist Church, 116 Commonwealth Ave.
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