I cannot help but be impressed at the sites and sounds of today. Watching the television reports of heroes who gave everything to save others. Listening to stirring tributes and renditions of the national anthem not to be missed. Everyday, I am proud to be an American. Today I am especially proud. I cannot say that [...]
Traffic fears and business struggles from Sherman Minton closing
As bad as the fears are with Monday morning commute traffic into Louisville, local businesses are bracing for the impact as well. Stores, Gas stations and other small businesses that rely on the steady and reliable flow of traffic from commuters on Eastbound from I-64 into Louisville will undoutedly going to be affected in the [...]
It’s the spending, stupids…
Pretty funny that I saw an old quote today that reminded me of politics along time ago… James Carville (the raging cajun political adviser) focused his boss Bill Clinton what was important in the campaign by using the phrase, “It’s the economy, stupid”. He was right, of course. Today, what would the phrase be to [...]
Jeff High Football opens against Seymour
The Jeff High Football team will open its 2001 football season at home against the Seymour Owls the Friday, August 26, @ 7:00 PM. The Red Devils are looking to improve this year under the direction of coach Lonnie Oldham. This will be their first test with him at the helm. The Red Devils are [...]
A high school of two tales…
AUTHORS NOTE: Before I begin, let me say that the views that I express are my own and NOT that of my wife (who works in the Greater Clark Schools but NOT in or around Jeffersonville High School) nor that of my kids, two of whom attend JHS. Neither of my kids are part of [...]
Schimpffs turns 120 years old!
Schimpff’s Confectionary makes all sort of candies that are local favorites. Famous for their cinnamon hard candies, they also produce fine chocolate candies and have become a local landmark. This year, Schimpff’s celebrates 120 years of continuous operation as a business here in Jeffersonville, making them one of the oldest businesses in the area. To [...]