The annual Fountain Run Barbecue Festival will be held in downtown Fountain Run May 18-19, starting late Friday afternoon and con-tinuing through Saturday night. As in the past , the festivi-ties will also include plen-ty of barbecue, a pancake breakfast and various other foods, plus a Parade, Car Show, 5-K Fun Run/Walk, Talent Show, Cake Walk and Cake Auction, kids’ rides and games, political

speaking, a Barbecue Sauce Contest; gospel, bluegrass and country music; raffle and give-away and many other activities. The 5-K Run and Walk will again open the festival, starting at 6 p.m. on Friday night, May 18. The Walk is for anyone age 12 and over, with males and females competing together for cash prizes. Again this year, a Cake Walk (at 6 p.m.) and Talent Show (starting at 7 p.m.)

also will be among the Fri-day night events. The Silver Eagle Band will play from 8 to 9 o’clock. As in past years, Satur-day’s activities begin with a Pancake Breakfast at the Firehouse, starting at 6 a.m. (kids 6 and under eat free). Booths will also be sell-ing arts, crafts, food and a variety of other items. (Booth spaces are still avail-able — for information, call 434-2915 or 427-7124). Registration for the Roll-

ing Rods Classic Car Show, to be held in downtown Fountain Run, will be from 9 a.m. until 12 ($15 entry fee). This year’s show will also include motorcycles and an-tique tractors. Awards will be presented at 3 p.m. The annual Parade starts at 10 a.m., followed by a Fun Run for kids (ages 2-12), kids’ games, Political Speak-ing, and Cake Auction. A new event this year will

The Monroe County Grand Jury returned indictments against seven individuals during their April session. Indicted were: — Radford C. Graves (DOB 1985) on a charge of trafficking in a controlled substance (first degree), possession of a controlled substance in the first degree (cocaine) and two counts of persistent felony offender in the second degree alleging

that on or about Feb. 8 he was found in possession of cocaine and knowingly and unlawfully sold, transferred, distributed, dispensed or possessed with the intent to distribute cocaine; — Sky W. Williams (DOB 1985) on charges of traf-ficking in a controlled sub-stance in the first degree, possession of a controlled substance in the first degree (cocaine) and two counts of

persistent felony offender in the second degree alleging that on or about Feb. 8, he was found in possession of cocaine and knowingly and unlawfully sold, transferred, distributed, dispensed or possessed with the intent to distribute cocaine; — Angela Comer (DOB 1979) on a charge of failure to comply with sex offender registry alleging that on or about Oct. 10, 2011 and

subsequent to that as a con-tinuing offense, she failed to register with the Ken-tucky Probation and Parole Department her current address; — Warren Gayer (DOB 1976) on a charge of manu-facturing methamphetamine alleging that on or about Oct. 31, 2011, he possessed two or more chemicals or items of

Law enforcement and emergency personnel were called to a residence at 8452 Edmonton Road (shown be-

low) early yesterday morn-ing (Wednesday, May 9) af-ter a call was placed report-ing a shooting at the home.

The trial for accused Jonathan Young, 24, Garrett Rd., Glasgow, who was arrested on Aug. 30, 2010 on multiple charges including murder, complicity to commit murder, arson in the first degree, complicity to commit arson, robbery in the first degree and complicity to commit robbery first degree in the death of Thomas “Max” Martin, 68, of 1600 Hope Rd., Summer Shade began on Tuesday, May 8.

Young, and Jessie Parke, 23, of Edmonton Rd., Summer Shade, were both arrested four days after the body of Martin was located in the rubble of his home, which had apparently burned in the early morning hours of Aug. 19, 2010.

Firefighters from the Monroe County Fire and Rescue Squad arrived at the home and found it engulfed in flames and noticed that a vehicle was present in the driveway of the home, taking extra precautions with the scene in case the owner of the vehicle was still inside.

Upon entering the remains of the home, firefighters discovered a badly burned body and contacted the Kentucky State Police. KSP Detective Michael Dubree arrived shortly thereafter and called in KSP Arson Inves-tigator Alex Wesley. The detectives then found Martin’s body inside the home and sent it for autopsy.

Young, whose trial is scheduled to continue until Friday, May 18 according to CourtNet.com, is being tried first with Parkes’ trial to be held separately.

Jury selection begin early on Tuesday morning, with Judge Eddie C. Lovelace presiding. Lovelace had previ-

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Church Annc., page A4Classifieds, pages B4-B8

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Courtesy of WBKO.com MCHS’s Senior Class of 2012 is honored in this week’s supplement.

Graduation is set for Thursday, May 17 at 7 p.m.

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SEE BBQ FESTIVAL, PAGE A-8

SEE MURDER SUSPECTS, PAGE A-8

SEE SHOOTING, PAGE A-2

SEE GRAND JURY, PAGE A-8

Annual Fountain Run Barbecue Festival plans outlined

Murder trial begins in Max

Martin caseDefendant Jonathan Young faces

multiple charges

Several reports of storm damage received

The Monroe County High School Class of 2012 celebrated their “Awards Night” on Tuesday, May 8, with graduation ceremonies set for Thursday, May 17 at 7 p.m. Including in this week’s issue is the yearly spotlight on the seniors, their background, accomplishments and future plans sponsored by businesses and parents. See the special pull out section for the highlights of this year’s class.

Seven indicted by Grand Jury

Residents in northern Monroe County reported several incidents of storm damage after a strong band of straight line winds, lighting and hail moved through the area on early Saturday morning, May 5. Additional photos can be found on page A-7.

Shooting reported at a residence on Edmonton Road

Next week — May 13-18 — is Relay for Life Week in Monroe County, with activities planned every day leading up to the annual Relay for Life event on Friday night, May 18. Monroe County’s 2012 Relay goal is to raise $64,000 for the fight against cancer, and the 12-hour Relay event at Darrell Carter Stadium (the MCHS football field) will celebrate the fund-raising efforts of 21 local Relay teams. The public is invited to attend any or all of the celebration, which begin at 6 p.m. on Friday night. Everyone also is urged to take part in the Relay Week activities, which start Sunday. Sunday May 13, is Prayer Day, when church groups and individuals are urged to say a special prayer for the individuals fighting cancer and their families, as well as those who have

lost loved ones to cancer, and for the the success of Monroe County’s Relay for Life and the research efforts to find a cure for cancer. Monday, May 14, is Paint the Town Purple Day, when everyone is asked to wear purple or Relay gear and to decorate businesses, homes, autos with purple bows, ribbons, paint, etc., leaving decorations on display through Friday night to show support for the local Relay event. Tuesday, May 15, is Luminaria Day, when everyone is urged to purchase a luminary to be displayed at the Relay for Life event in memory or in honor of a loved one who has been a victim of cancer (see any Relay team member or call 270-427-8311 for details on pur-chasing a luminary). Wednesday, May 16, is Fellowship Day, when everyone is urged to call,

visit or send a card to someone who is a cancer survivor. Thursday, May 17, is Lights on for a Cure Night. Everyone is urged to leave your porch lights on all night as a reminder that “cancer never sleeps” and that all need to keep up the fight to find a cure for cancer. Friday, May 18, is Cancer Survivor Appreciation Day and Relay Night. Everyone is urged to remember cancer survivors (and give them a hug) and to attend the local Relay for Life event that night, which will include live en-tertainment and numerous activities, in addition to special ceremonies. For information about this year’s Relay, contact Wendy Smith (427-6195) or Sandra Roderick (427-6479), 2012 co-chairs, email wsmith.mmec@gmail.com or talk to the members of any of the Relay teams.

May 13-18 is Relay for Life Week