When a cop who knows a moped operator has no license, you know what’s next. When James Stafford was pulled over, he admitted he had no license. A search of his vehicle though, produced marijuana and drug paraphernalia. Stafford was placed under arrest.
A vehicle at night with just one headlight is likely to be stopped by the police. During the traffic stop for Bobby Sample on North Main, it was discovered that he was driving with a suspended license. This led to Sample’s arrest.
In Frankfort, a number of new appointments to boards and commissions have been made by the governor. They include Mike Opalek of Dawson Springs as the police chief. He replaces Michael Jones, who retired. Opalek will serve for the remainder of the term. The governor has also appointed Marsha Woodall of Madisonville as the associate dean of health sciences at Madisonville Community College. She replaces Ruth Martin, whose term expired. Woodall will serve for a term that expires in 2030.
The state senator representing Hopkins, Union, Webster, and Henderson counties is the winner of a Kentucky Chamber of Commerce award. Robby Mills is the winner of their MVP Award for his leadership is helping move Kentucky toward real solutions for working families, employers, and communities.
Madisonville Community College’s Adult Center for Educational Excellence is receiving statewide recognition for outstanding performance in serving Hopkins and Muhlenberg counties. MCC Adult Education served 330 students, helped 87 individuals earn their GED credentials, and recorded 252 measurable skill gains. All MCC Adult Education services are free.
Since long lines are expected on Election Day, you may want to vote early. In Hopkins County, you can vote early this week at the Ballard Center. On Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, the voting booths will be open from 8 until 4. Remember, mail-in ballots must arrive by 6 PM on November 3rd. If you need a voter ID card, you can get one free at Drive.ky.gov.
Due to a new law, Kentucky voters will see changes to identification requirements. It’s being recommended that voters should check their identification before Election Day to avoid issues. Under the new law, no longer acceptable forms of ID on Election Day are SNAP or EBT cards, as well as Social Security cards and credit cards. Registered voters who do not have a valid photo identification can get a free voter ID at a regional driver licensing office, or at a pop-up driver licensing event.
If you’re going to operate a moped, you need a license. When a police officer spotted the operator of a moped pull off of South Main and change seats with a passenger, he did a traffic stop. That’s when he discovered that the original operator had no license. Charged was Jimmy Cobb Junior.
Governor Andy Beshear says Team Kentucky is making driver services easier.
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