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American Queen to visit Henderson KY

April 27, 2012 in Business, Henderson KY, Living Downtown, Recreation, Travel with 0 Comments

On Monday, April 30, 2012, the American Queen will be docked on our Henderson KY riverfront (my front yard) . They will be arriving around 10:00 am and departing around 4:00 pm.

The American Queen will return to Henderson KY again on Saturday, May 12, 2012 from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm. Since this is a Saturday this would be a great opportunity to come downtown Henderson KY.

The Downtown Businesses that are normally closed on Monday (Memories Past & Present, The Gold Mine and The Tea Cafe & Gift Shop) will be open and of course our businesses that are always open on Mondays will be open to welcome our guest. See a list of downtown Henderson KY stores and restaurants.

So make plans to come down to the riverfront and view the beautiful riverboat, and make your way into our stores and restaurants! Enjoy the day in Downtown Henderson.

For a list of all the shops and places to eat in downtown Henderson KY, see the Downtown Henderson Project’s new brochure.

Why Federal Bicycle Funding Matters

April 10, 2012 in Bicycling, Henderson KY, Living Downtown, Recreation, Travel with 0 Comments

Henderson KY could be a bicycle friendly community. We are already making great strides in creating bicycling and walking trails in our community. We have a lot of work to do however.

Talk recently includes extending our current bicycling and walking path from Kimsey Lane to join the Balmoral Subdivision.

For a list of Bicycle Paths in Henderson KY see our list of routes on Henderson County Tourist Commission website.

MapMyRide.com maintains another great list of bicycling opportunities in Henderson KY.

Watch this video by Streetfilms that show the importance of bicycling paths in communities and how they can advocate and enhance the overall health and economy of a community.

Burgoo Benefiting Riverview School 2012

February 24, 2012 in Food, Henderson KY, Living Downtown, Not For Profit, Recomendations with 0 Comments

Burgoo is very popular in Henderson Kentucky. Saturday March 10, 2012 Riverview School will be selling Burgoo as a benefit and fundraiser.

This Burgoo must be pre-ordered. Call ahead to reserve a bucket. 270.827.3674 or email rvschool@hotmail.com.

What is Burgoo?

Read A Regional Tradition: Burgoo. Another site burgoo.info does a good job explaining as well.

Burgoo is popular in Henderson Kentucky that is for sure. For the past few years Burgoo has been so popular that they sell out a week before the date of the Burgoo. If you want some be sure to reserve your gallon now! I have!

Each kettle makes at least 25 gallons and sometimes more. A long time Supporter of the Riverview Burgoo Connie Flint Mays told me that the making of the Burgoo has become harder since many of the places that used to donate food to benefits are no longer in business. Flint-May’s said “businesses like Frank G Schmitt and C L Frank Produce was always generous and gracious when it came to Riverview Burgoo time.” Personally, I think it is a shame that big box stores like the Wal-Mart’s of the world cannot fill the gaps like these businesses did in the past.

Not only does Riverview School make good Burgoo, but they own the 10 kettles that are used all over Henderson County for fundraisers.

Pre-sale patrons can pick up from 10-11:30am. Since this is a pre-sale only Burgoo and all the tickets have been sold there is a possibility after 11:00 am any extra will be available to the public.

For more information contact Riverview School at 270.827.3674. They sell the Burgoo for $15 per gallon, and that includes a container. That is a very fair price, and I think is under priced. I told Connie without a doubt, they should go to $20 a gallon next Burgoo and be sure to put me on the list of people to call and sell me a ticket.

I don’t have one for this Burgoo and really don’t want to stand in line to get some. So this Saturday I will be Burgoo -less! For those that got some ENJOY! It’s good stuff!

Tell me about your experience eating or making Kentucky Burgoo?

Mrs. Crafton of Crafton’s Office Supply Celebrates 90th

October 10, 2011 in Henderson KY, Living Downtown with 0 Comments

This past weekend (October 8, 2011) Corinne Crafton celebrated her 90th birthday with a party hosted by her son Waverlie D. Crafton II and Donna Hatfield at their downtown North Elm Street home.

Mrs. Crafton for many years owned and ran along with her late husband Waverlie D Crafton Sr. (1918-2005), Crafton’s Office Supply at 117 N Main St of downtown Henderson KY. Their son Waverlie D. Crafton II runs and operates the store now.

Crafton’s Office Supply has been in business for over 62 years. They have supplied businesses with office supplies from paper to pencils to adding machines all these years- and still do.

I have fond memories of visiting Crafton’s Office Supply as a child (and still do as an adult) and buying a sundry of many items. Mrs. Crafton was always so kind to me.

Happy Birthday Mrs. Crafton and thanks for being so much a part of the downtown Henderson KY community.

Thank you Donna Hatfield (my former Barista at Planters for many years) for a great party. I love the minimalist decorated home in our downtown.

Flooded Ohio River- My front yard

May 6, 2011 in Henderson KY, Living Downtown with 2 Comments

This is an aerial photograph of the flooded Ohio River in front of my house at the downtown Henderson KY riverfront. You cannot see my house in this picture because it is hidden by the trees.

One thing they say about Henderson KY is that we are on the Ohio River but never in it. The downtown area is very blessed not to have to be dealing with some of the flooding issues that the outlying county areas are dealing with.

This picture was taken May 6, 2011. The picture is a high resolution photograph. Please click on the picture for a more detailed view.

Thank you pilot Randy VanWynsberghe for sharing this picture with me.

Want a Main Street Henderson Kentucky Address?

February 17, 2011 in Business, Henderson KY, Living Downtown with 2 Comments

232 N Main St Henderson KY For Rent

UPDATE: 8/1/2011 This building has been rented to Knights Comics and Games.

Have you ever thought about opening a small retail business in downtown Henderson Kentucky?

There is a great building in downtown Henderson that is perfect for you! The building is at 232 N Main St in beautiful historic downtown. This building has over 1100 square feet of open space.

Over the years this space has been an insurance agency, financial advisor office, computer store, pack and ship store, antique store, a recording studio and as of late a successful bicycle shop.

The space has a new metal roof, new commercial grade red carpet and a security system. Plenty of on street free parking.

Ideas for building?

*Retail Business
*Hat Shop
*Knitting Shop
*Coffee Shop
*Year Round Farmers Market
*Commercial Kitchen with Retail
*What is your DREAM business Venture?

Northwest Kentucky Forward helps entrepreneurs in our area get started. See their website for more information. They have various types of loans available for new businesses in our area. They have a section of their website dedicated to furthering entrepreneurship in our area. They have various types of loans available for new businesses in our area as well.

The Downtown Henderson Project is also another resource for information about relocating or starting a business in downtown Henderson KY.

Old National Bank Business Loan Specialist Ben Joergens (270.831.6830) could be available to assist you as well.

There is nothing like having a Main Street address! If you are interested in seeing this property please email, chat or call 270.631.2121 for a private showing.

Cooking Lessons Needed?

January 15, 2011 in Food, Henderson KY, Living Downtown with 0 Comments

A tweet this week made me laugh. Hope you find it funny too! Thank you @EvansvilleWatch and @CJ14News for posting!

On nights like this is best to just order Pizza from Dave’s Pizza in Henderson KY.

Henderson Fire Dept dispatched to an investigation at 653 8th St...Caller says every time she cooks her fire alarm goes off. #fb #ewatch

January 13, 2011 6:53 pm via HootSuite ReplyRetweetFavorite

@EvansvilleWatch

EvansvilleWatch

@EvansvilleWatch Seems more like a case for Rachel Ray than the Henderson FD!

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@CJ14News

CJ Hoyt

Christmas memories of a ‘grand lady’

December 14, 2010 in Henderson KY, Living Downtown with 0 Comments

This is a story that Hugh Edward Sanderfur –a long time radio and newspaper reporter in Henderson KY wrote about the lady who gave me the name Nibby. He wrote the story upon her death in 1971. It was very unusual for him to write about people on their death. Granny Mable was very special to him.

(A reprint from Gleaner December, 1971)

This is the story of the Christmas card that will not be delivered. Not this year.

But it had been every Christmas for the past 45 years because of the constant thoughtfulness of one of the truly grand ladies of my life–Miss Mabel Nisbet McLaughlin.

“Miss Mabel,” as she was known by her many friends and admirers, died last week (December 7, 1971).

But she will never really be gone as long as there are those to remember her role in their lives.

A group of men, no longer young, will always be proud to be identified as “Miss Mabel’s boys.”

They were fortunate enough, when in their early teens, to have the influence of this woman as a Sunday School teacher at First Methodist Church for a longer period than usual. This was simply because they would not be promoted.

But the Sunday did come when it had to be done. True to her strength of character. Miss Mabel insisted that she be the one to break the news to us. She explained that it was the orderly thing to do, for the good of the total church program. She expressed regret in losing us but encouraged us to move on to another teacher.

But our resistance was so strong that we walked out of the church, which broke up the group. Some did not return.

I did. The next Sunday, because of the strong encouragement of another stabilizing force in my life–my mother. But this left a void that could only be eased by the annual Christmas card, along with notes of encouragement at many points along the way when she knew her encouragement was needed.

This same feeling is shared by at least a dozen of my age group scattered across the nation. This is a living and loving monument to a lady who did so much without realizing how significant and meaningful was her contribution.

Miss Mabel was a skilled office worker before her retirement and was employed at Imperial Tobacco Co., where the Imperial Building is now located at Third and Water streets.

Aside from her dedication to the affairs of her church, she was one of the charter members of the Henderson Business and Professional Women’s Club, and contributed to its growth and success in past years.

Her “bread on the waters” came in the form of a young couple, Mr. and Mrs. Norris Priest who, several years ago, “adopted” Miss Mabel and brought much happiness and security into her life in her closing years.

They even brought her “grandchildren,” (Nibby and Neal) who helped to fill her heart with love and interest in living.

The devotion of this fine young family to this lady, who had outlived all of her own family, would make a great story of life and its compensations for those who entertain the proper values.

Gone is the flash of pleasant recollection when a letter would bear her familiar handwriting. But that is not needed for my mind to recall the pleasant relationship that we shared. Those memories will be re-lived always.

By Hugh E. Sanderfur (1912 to 1973)
The Gleaner Henderson Kentucky December 1971

It has been 39 years since Granny Mable died. She would be so proud to know that the family is working and living in downtown Henderson KY and that her home at 324 N Main is still being used as a private residence.

Who is someone who made a difference in you and or your families life?

What can you do this 2010 Christmas for someone who has outlived their own family?

Christ out of Christmas? Hogwash!

December 5, 2010 in Church, Living Downtown with 0 Comments

A grade school teacher whom I know was told this year that he couldn’t put up any reference of Christmas in his class room (yes, Henderson County Schools) – no Christmas party, no Christmas Tree and no manger scene. When I was told the story, I was so mad and wanted to do something about this perceived injustice.

Until . . . my pastor shared the letter below at my church today.

I hear people talking about how Christ is being taken from Christmas. After reading this, I will not be participating in those conversations- what a waste of time. I will be doing what Christmas is all about –LOVE, showing GRACE and wishing everyone I come in contact with Merry Christmas! I truly hope that during this Christmas season all my actions show the Christ Child’s presence in my life.

Thanks Pastor Tim for sharing this “letter from Jesus”*.

Dear Children

It has come to my attention that many of you are upset that folks are taking My name out of the season. Maybe you’ve forgotten that I wasn’t actually born during this time of the year. It was some of your predecessors who decided to celebrate My birthday on what was actually a time of pagan festival, although I do appreciate being remembered anytime.

How I personally feel about this celebration can probably be most easily understood by those of you who have been blessed with children and grandchildren of your own. I don’t care what you call the day.

If you want to celebrate My birth, just get along and love one another. Now, having said that…let Me go on… If it bothers you that the town in which you live doesn’t allow a scene depicting My birth, then just get rid of a couple of Santa’s and snowmen, and put in a small Nativity scene on your own front lawn. If all My followers did that, there wouldn’t be any need for such a scene on the town square because there would be many of them all around town.

Stop worrying about the fact that people are calling the tree a holiday tree instead of a Christmas tree. It was I who made all trees; you can remember Me anytime you see any tree. Decorate a grape vine if you wish…I actually spoke of that one in a teaching, explaining who I am in relation to you and what each of our tasks were. If you have forgotten that one about the vine, look up John 15:1-8.

If you want to give Me a present in remembrance of My birth, here is my wish list; choose something from it:

1. Instead of writing protest letters objecting to the way My birthday is being celebrated, write letters of love and hope to soldiers away from home. They are terribly afraid and lonely this time of year. I know because they tell Me all the time.

2. Visit someone in a nursing home, not just during Christmas time, but all through the year. You don’t have to know them personally. They just need to know that someone cares about them.

3. Instead of writing “George” complaining about the wording on the cards his staff sent out this year, why don’t you write and tell him that you’ll be praying for him and his family this year…then follow up. It will be nice hearing from you again.

4. Instead of giving your children a lot of gifts you can’t afford and they don’t need, spend time with them. Tell them the story of My birth and why I came to live with you down here. Hold them in your arms and remind them that I love them.

5. Pick someone that has hurt you in the past… …and forgive him or her.

6. Did you know that someone in your town will attempt to take their own life this season because they feel so alone and hopeless? Since you don’t know who that person is, try giving everyone you meet a warm smile; it could make the difference.

7. Instead of “nit-picking” about what the retailer in your town calls the holiday, be patient with the people who work there. Give them a warm smile and a kind word. Even if they aren’t allowed to wish you a “Merry Christmas” ,that doesn’t keep you from wishing them one. Then stop shopping there on Sunday. If the store didn’t make so much money on that day, they’d close and let their employees spend the day at church and at home with their families

8. If you really want to make a difference, support a missionary — especially one who takes My love and Good News to those who have never heard My name.

9. Here’s a good one. There are individuals and whole families in your town who not only will have no “Christmas” tree, but neither will they have any presents to give or receive. If you don’t know them, buy some food and a few gifts giving them to the Salvation Army or some other charity which believes in Me. They will even make the delivery for you.

10. Finally, if you want to make a statement about your belief in and loyalty to Me, then behave like a Christian. Don’t do things in secret that you wouldn’t do in My presence. Let people know by your actions and words that you are one of mine.

Don’t forget; I am God and can take care of Myself. Just love Me and do what I have told you to do. I’ll take care of all the rest.

Check out the list above and get to work; time is short. I’ll help you, but the ball is now in your court. And do have a most blessed Christmas with all those whom you love…and remember… I LOVE YOU!

Jesus

*According to the internets the author of this letter is anonymous.

What unique way are you sharing the LOVE and GRACE of Christmas 2010?

Henderson Has Hungry People Too!

July 30, 2010 in Food, Henderson KY, Living Downtown with 2 Comments

I am going to totally step out of my comfort zone today and put aside all the things I think I should be doing and concentrate on the next 3 hours helping with a immediate need here in Henderson KY, people who are HUNGRY!

My church last Sunday made mention of that need at our local “Christian Community Outreach” center. We took up a small offering after church.

Today (7/30/2010) the Henderson KY newspaper featured a article by Judy Jenkins (The Gleaner) about the need for money to purchase food for hungry people in our community of Henderson KY.

You can read the Gleaner article about the critical need here.

Be on the lookout for me roving the streets of the downtown on my Townie Bicycle asking for contributions for hungry people in Henderson KY.

Can I count on YOU for a contribution?

If have a check and want me to pick it up call me at 270.860.7763. You can mail a contribution to:

Christian Community Outreach
PO Box 363
Henderson KY 42419-0363

or call the center at 270.826.5592

My heart is heavy for this need in our community today.

The report is that the people of downtown Henderson KY contributed over $1,250 for those who are Hungry in our community. Thank you Henderson people. Your generosity blows me away!

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