Nibby Priest -Life On Purpose

Living at Mile Marker 803.9 of the Ohio River in Downtown Henderson KY

Who Died in Henderson KY ?

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Website Obituary Notifications for Henderson KY

Did you ever wonder how you are going to know if someone died in Henderson Kentucky now that the local newspaper (The Gleaner) has put up a pay wall for reading the obituaries?

That question is easy to answer! 

Sign up for the email obituaries that all local funeral homes publish. 

I was told in recent years by a Gleaner advertising representative that the obituary page of the newspaper was the most frequently view page on the on-line site, and a reason people buy an actual newspaper.  I am proud to say that I purchase (and have for several years) the digital edition of The Gleaner for less than $90 per annum.  This is a great buy for the daily paper on both the desktop computer and the iPad.  The iPad edition of the paper looks just like the printed copy of the newspaper!

Having the obituaries emailed to you is a very nice service because you will get notification of the local death as soon as the funeral home actually gives the obituary to the newspapers direct to your desk top or mobile device.

It’s easy to sign up.  Just click on the  funeral home name below and enter your email information, and you will be on the list.  I have been signed up for all of them since they started offering the service.  All of the funeral homes are good and only send you obituary notice information.  They do not spam you and try to sell you funeral plans or anything like that.

This is a great way to remember to pay respects to people you know and love.  Sign up for the obituary notifications today and never be left not knowing “who died”!

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Want a Main Street Henderson Kentucky Address? (2013)

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

There is a great building in downtown Henderson that is perfect for you! The building is at 234 N Main St in beautiful historic downtown Henderson Kentucky.

234 N Main St, Henderson KY Retail Office Space for Rent

Notice the reflection in the picture above.  This building does have a view of the Henderson KY Riverfront and train bridge that crosses the Ohio River in downtown Henderson Kentucky.

This building has over 1100 square feet of open space.

234 N Main St, Henderson KY Retail Office Space for Rent

I have for several years owned the twin building next door to this one at 232 N Main. Recently, I acquired the 234 North Main Street address.

Over the years, this space has been a hair salon, financial institution, insurance agency, financial adviser office, computer store, pack and ship store.

The space has a new metal roof and plenty of on street free parking.

Here are some ideas for building:

  • Yoga Studio in Henderson KY
  • Bikram Yoga Studio in Henderson KY
  • Glamor Photography Studio in Henderson KY
  • Personal Training in Henderson KY
  • Retail Business
  • Real Estate Office
  • Coffee Shop in Henderson KY <Much Needed!>
  • Bicycle Shop in Henderson KY  (my favorite and reward to one who will open one!)
  • Year Round Farmers Market
  • Commercial Kitchen in Henderson KY
  • Hair Salon
  • Live and work in the same building in downtown Henderson KY
  • We can convert this space into a loft ground floor residence if there is tenant interest.

What is your DREAM business Venture?

There is a possibility that this property could be used as an efficiency apartment as well as a retail service space in the front. A good example would be a new attorney could live in the rear and have a office in the front. A solo hair stylist could live in the rear and have a salon in the front.

Northwest Kentucky Forward helps entrepreneurs in our area get started. 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 Partnership is also another resource for information about relocating or starting a business in downtown Henderson KY.

Old National Bank area President Tony Krampe (270.831.6842) could be available to assist you as well.

The rent is approximately $850 to $1,000 per month.  The property can be rented sans a lease if necessary.

See blow for building measurements (17 x 66+1122 Sq Ft).
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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.

Ten Things to Know about Free Volunteer Tax Help (VITA)

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VITA_LogoEach year millions of people have their tax returns prepared for free by IRS-certified volunteers. The IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance and Tax Counseling for the Elderly programs provide free tax help in communities across the country. 
For information about our local VITA Program in Henderson KY

For information about our regional Green River Asset Building Coalition (Owensboro KY based)

If you will have the Intake/Interview form completed before you come in it will help the screeners.

Here are 10 things the IRS wants you to know about these programs.

1.      The IRS sponsors both the VITA and TCE programs and works with community organizations to train and certify volunteers.

2.      The VITA program offers free tax help and return preparation to people who generally earn less than $51,000.

3.      The TCE program offers free tax help and tax return preparation with priority assistance given to people who are age 60 or older. The AARP Tax-Aide program is part of TCE and helps low to moderate income taxpayers. The IRS certifies this group of volunteers to specialize in retirement issues unique to seniors.

4.      The VITA and TCE programs provide free electronic filing. An e-filed tax return means an accurate return. E-file combined with direct deposit is the fastest way to get your refund.

5.      Using VITA and TCE can help ensure you get all the tax credits and deductions you may qualify to claim. For example, credits could include the Earned Income Tax Credit, the Child Tax Credit and the Credit for the Elderly.

6.      The IRS continues to expand partnerships with nonprofit and community organizations to offer these vital services. Thousands of free tax preparation sites around the nation are opening in late January and early February.

7.      Some sites have bilingual volunteers to assist people who speak limited English.

8.      The IRS partners with the military to provide free tax assistance to military members and their families. Volunteers receive training on tax issues related to the military. These include special rules and tax benefits for those serving in combat zones.

9.      This year at select sites, you have an option to prepare your own simple federal and state tax return. This option allows you to use web-based tax preparation software for free. This service can help people who need a little help or don’t have computer access prepare their own tax return. Volunteers at these sites guide taxpayers to help them prepare and file their own simple tax returns.

10. Local VITA site information is also available at IRS.gov. Search the word “VITA” and then click on Free Tax Return Preparation for You by Volunteers. Site information is also available by calling the IRS at 800-906-9887. To locate the nearest AARP Tax-Aide site, visit aarp.org, or call 888-227-7669.

My First Toastmasters Speech

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The first of November we started trying to organize a Toastmaster group here in Henderson KY. I have nothing but praise to say about this organization and those that are working to get Henderson KY Toastmasters a fully chartered chapter.

Thank you Louann Clark for all your efforts in getting this club going in our community.  We need 20 members to charter and we are very close to that goal.

I volunteered on November 28, 2012 to give my ice breaker speech. In Toastmasters, the Ice Breaker speech is usually the first one people do, and it is one where you talk about yourself and your life.

If you know me well, you know that I love Dolly Parton- so my speech was about her but really not- it was about me!

“The Day I Met Dolly Parton”

1stToastmastersSpeech-2012-11-28It was spring of 1986 and the opening weekend of Dollywood – my senior year at Eastern Kentucky University in Richmond Kentucky.   I had earlier attended and graduated from our Henderson Community College with an associate of arts degree in 1984 and prior to that a 1982 alumni Henderson County Senior High. Ok so you don’t have to do the math, I am 48 years old.

That spring weekend in April of 1986 was a beautiful weekend.  It was the weekend before the last finals of my college career.

I arrived in Pigeon Forge TN early that Friday afternoon to grab a good spot to see Dolly, who was giving a benefit concert that evening.  I did manage to study some and I found myself shoving my books under the seat just moments before she came on the stage.

Well, in case you haven’t figured it out yet –I have a lifelong admiration for the superstar Dolly Parton.   I like her not only because of who she is or her music but how she handles herself and shows genuine kindness.  Like one of her quotes say-  she has a brain under that blonde wig and a heart under those boobs!

I have met Dolly several times over the years and always am taken by her gentleness and her quick wit.

When it came my turn to greet her one time at a benefactor luncheon, she saw my name tag and asked, “Where did you get a name like Nibby?”  I knew she didn’t have a long time, and I offered her a quick response, and since Dolly wanted to know I will share it with you all as well.

My parents Norris and Mary Elizabeth Priest were married in August of 1958 at the First Baptist Church –the same one I am proud to say that I was raised in.

They moved to an apartment in the 300 block of N Main St. They were quickly told of the McLaughlin spinster sisters that lived next door and that they were sometimes cranky and hard to get along with.

That didn’t bother my parents.

They heard  that one of the sister’s Miss Elizabeth was having a birthday. My mother as a young bride baked Miss Elizabeth a birthday cake.  The rest was history.  My parents quickly became the best of friends to the old maid sisters.  Miss Elizabeth died shortly after that and left Miss Mable.  Later, my mother became pregnant with me.  Miss Mable was so excited.  Her middle name was Nisbet and my parents gave me her middle name.  She before I was born shorten the name to just plain Nibby.  Over the years the name like my personality has been unusual and memorable.  Even Dolly thought it was unusual.

In 1988 personal computers were the rage. I had the Computery a personal and business computer store here in our downtown.  Many Henderson people had their first encounter with PC’s  through that store. I taught over 2000 people from 1986 to 1994 how to use such software as WordPrefect  and Lotus 1-2-3 at HCC.

My interests are quite varied.  The past few years I have been doing a lot of work with social media.  Twitter is my favorite.  Through social media, I have met a lot of nice people and one of them is with us here today,  Becky Durham.  Social media has taught me to think some before I speak.  Though social media I have become more aware of our community Henderson, and all that it has to offer.  I have become a community advocate and voice for all things Henderson and of the downtown area.

I really enjoy bicycles and enjoy riding every chance I get.   I am a bicycle to work commuter– I know I just have less than two-tenths of a mile commute if that.

I enjoy food and good cooking.  The past two years I have participated in the areas only CSA (Community Supported Agriculture).

I built a unique home on the downtown river front in 2004. Downtown living is the best, I feel  that in the next few years, there is going to be huge movement to downtown communities from subdivision dwellers.

My faith community means a lot to me.  I am staff organist and member of Community Baptist Church.  I have had an organ playing job in various churches for over 28 years.

I sell insurance- auto homeowners business life and health.  I work in my family insurance agency Vaughn Insurance.   My college degree from Eastern Kentucky University is in Insurance.

My family also owns the L&N Bed and Breakfast. Both businesses are on North Main Street.

I have been involved in numerous organizations in Henderson.  OVAL, DHP, Chamber, Friends of the Library. In 2007 my family and I were awarded the Heart of Downtown Award from Downtown Henderson Partnership.

My biggest goal right now is to strategic plan for the insurance agency’s future and to encourage young professionals that Henderson Kentucky is a  place to put down your roots and stay.

A question that Dolly Parton gets often is “What do you want people to say about you 100 years from now?”  in her countrified voice, she quips “’dang, doesn’t she look good for her age?”   I don’t know if I want to “look good at 100” but I sure do hope Henderson Kentucky does.