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Yahoo
4 days ago
- Climate
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Repairs for two Kentucky county courthouses following April floods could cost $11 million
The Franklin County Courthouse in Frankfort on March 26, 2025. (Kentucky Lantern photo by McKenna Horsley) The estimated cost to repair two Kentucky county courthouses following April floods is about $11 million, an Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) official told lawmakers Tuesday. Danny Rhoades, the executive officer of AOC, told members of the Interim Joint Committee on Judiciary that insurance claims are still being filed to fix issues at the Hardin and Franklin county courthouses. However, the state may need to pay to address lingering issues. Rhoades did note that the insurance coverage for the Franklin County Courthouse is about $1 million. Officials are also waiting to see if FEMA can cover some costs or reimbursements of courthouse repairs, but no federal emergency declaration has been given for public facilities at this time. 'But we have to get these back up and operational and repaired as quickly as possible. So the court will need your all's help,' Rhoades said to the committee. In addition to the Franklin and Hardin county buildings, the Perry County Hall of Justice also suffered some damage from early April floods. Wind damaged some roof panels on the Perry County Courthouse and some water entered the building, but that was quickly repaired, Rhoades said. Since it was built about 28 years ago, the Hardin County Justice Center had never flooded until April, Rhoades said. The building had 18 inches of flood water in its basement, which did house court records and some electrical equipment. Court operations in Hardin County were suspended while electrical, HVAC and plumbing systems were evaluated and the water receded. However, operations for the Franklin County Courthouse are still happening offsite due to flooding in the lowest level of the building. Last week, the Franklin Circuit Clerk's office, as well as some in-person proceedings for the circuit and district court, moved to the Administrative Office of the Courts' campus at 1001 Vandalay Drive in Frankfort. The building was previously a Home Depot store. For a few weeks, the court had in-person proceedings in the Court of Appeals chambers on Chamberlin Avenue. Some proceedings for people in custody have taken place at the Frankfort Regional Jail. 3. Disaster Response During April, water reached four feet on the first floor of the Franklin courthouse. That's where the circuit clerk offices, security office, specialty courtrooms and holding cells are. Also, the building's mechanical and electrical systems were damaged by water. Rhoades said it took a week for water to be pumped out of the building. Judge Thomas Wingate, the chief circuit judge for Franklin County, also appeared before the committee and detailed how staff members moved court records throughout the night and early morning to save them from flood water, adding that he could not help much because of a recent back surgery. 'It actually started coming in about — I don't know — it was like 10 o'clock in the morning,' Wingate told lawmakers. 'By 11, I ordered everybody out. I thought someone was going to get electrocuted. It was coming in that quick.' Wingate said that as a circuit judge, most of his caseload has not been affected. The courthouse and jail have reverted to some COVID-era protocols, meaning court can be held virtually over Zoom meetings. 'As you all know, since sometimes you all are in my court, it's Monday and Wednesday at nine, I just do it from my living room,' Wingate said. As Franklin County is home to Kentucky's capital city, most court cases involving state officials or government are filed in the local circuit court. An AOC spokesperson recently told the Kentucky Lantern that full restoration of the Franklin County Courthouse may take over a year. AOC has hired an architect to develop options for restoration or renovation, but has not yet chosen a construction company. Rhoades said repairing electrical panels within the Franklin County Courthouse should be completed within the next couple of weeks. Then, the HVAC and plumbing systems will be evaluated for damage. An alternative space for the circuit clerk's office will need to be elsewhere in the building once systems are reestablished. 'I will say that this is a major, major catastrophic flooding event that we basically are having a lot of expenses accumulate on,' Rhoades said. A piece of legislation passed earlier this year included a restricted funds carry-forward balance for the Courts of Justice, Rhoades said. However, the courts will need authorization from the legislature to use the funds available for repairs.
USA Today
07-06-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Penn State's latest European import brings needed versatility to basketball roster
Penn State's latest European import brings needed versatility to basketball roster Penn State adds versatile European import to basketball roster Penn State men's basketball head coach Mike Rhoades has been busy trying to fill out his roster for the upcoming college basketball season. On Friday, he officially added a European import with the signing of Melih Tunca from Turkey. Tunca is a six-foot guard who is regarded as one of the top professional players in Turkey. He is coming off a 2024-25 season in which he was named the Young Player of the Regular Season with Turk Telekom in the Turkish Basketball Super League. He averaged 6.7 points per game and 2.2 assists per game in 30 games played last season. "Melih is a versatile guard we are excited to have in our family,: Rhoades said in a released statement on Friday. "He has size and length that we love, with the ability to make plays and shots. Melih really fits our style of play on both ends. " Rhoades will hope to rely on Tunca's versatility and experience as he puts together a roster with a number of holes to fill after some roster turnover from last season. Penn State is set to welcome six freshmen to the roster this season in addition to some transfer additions like Josh Reed from Cincinnati. "His vast international playing experience will have him ready to impact our program,' Rhoades said of Tunca. It will certainly be needed. Penn State is coming off a 16-15 season that ended without a postseason tournament appearance. The Nittany Lions went just 6-14 in Big Ten play and failed to be included in the Big Ten men's basketball tournament.
Yahoo
23-04-2025
- Yahoo
Felon allegedly pretended to be FBI agent, stole automatic weapon from Marion County trailer
FAIRMONT, (WBOY) — A Mannington man was charged after he allegedly broke into a Marion County home and pretended to be an FBI agent. On April 22, deputies with the Marion County Sheriff's Office learned of a break-in at a trailer on Sycamore Hollow Road, according to a criminal complaint. During the alleged break in, Kaleb Rhoades, 33, of Mannington, 'did steal multiple items,' including a Glock model 23 .40 caliber automatic pistol, deputies said. Deputies were able to perform a traffic stop on Rhoades, who was operating a 'stolen white 2020 Ford F-150,' and during the stop, Rhoades impersonated a law enforcement officer, 'claiming he was an FBI agent with a search warrant for the burglary victim,' according to the complaint. Man charged after allegedly firing shot during Lewis County altercation Rhoades was found to be in possession of 'a fake FBI credential' as well as marijuana and methamphetamine, deputies said. Rhoades has been charged with burglary. He is being held in North Central Regional Jail. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Business Journals
21-04-2025
- Business
- Business Journals
Outstanding Women in Business 2025: Jill Rhoades, vice president of production, Blue Rhino
JILL RHOADES Vice president of production, Blue Rhino Business address: 5650 University Parkway, Winston-Salem Education: BS, industrial engineering, University of Tennessee; master's, engineering, N.C. State University; currently pursuing Ph.D., industrial engineering, University of Tennessee Where are you a native of? San Francisco Why selected: Rhoades demonstrates leadership excellence in a male-dominated industry. She has worked for Blue Rhino for nearly 25 years and oversees 12 production plants and 450 employees across the country, including one in the Triad. Under her leadership, production volume increased by 33% and efficiency increased by 17%. She and her team acquired a production plant in Pennsylvania and managed its reconfiguration. She worked with supply chain, distribution and Ferrell North America to reduce the company's raw materials cylinder inventory by 5%, while volume increased by 26%, saving the company money and enabling the reuse of as many materials as possible. How did you get started in your career? With Blue Rhino in 2010 as a manufacturing and safety engineer What are you passionate about? The success of my employees. I believe in educating and elevating those around me so they can reach their full potential, both personally and professionally. My team members' success is just as important as achieving my own goals. I am also passionate about my involvement in various charitable organizations over the years, including serving on the board of directors at the SciWorks Children's Science Museum, the Junior League of Winston-Salem, Reagan High School's PTSA and St. Leo Catholic High School's PTO. Proudest achievement? Under my leadership, Blue Rhino production volume increased by 33% and efficiency increased by 17%. These improvements allow us to serve more customers when they need it most, including during natural disasters. Blue Rhino propane cylinders are used to fuel portable generators, temporary heaters, grills and more. Next big professional goal? I would like to manage more areas of the business in addition to the operations component. What do you like to do in your spare time? Spending time with friends and family, traveling, running, playing pickleball, golf, skiing and supporting my beloved University of Tennessee Volunteers. Something that would surprise others? I was encouraged by two good friends to train for and completed a half IronMan when I was 50. Someone who fostered and influenced your growth? Ron Sisk, my boss and mentor for 20 years at Jostens Printing. He had a direct approach to continuous improvement, growing the business and building his team. He encouraged growth and development of employees by providing new challenges with the support needed to learn through failures. These experiences early in my career led to a desire to keep doing more. How have you supported other women in career growth? I encourage women to have confidence in their value to an organization and the skills, approaches and experiences they bring to the table. I share my experience with balancing the changing demands of work and life and feel they can be managed to mutually benefit everyone if given the proper environment. Something unusual in your purse, briefcase, laptop bag or backpack? Ticket stubs that are 10 years old, or more. 2025 Outstanding Women in Business Honorees
Yahoo
17-04-2025
- Yahoo
The ‘wild' animals SF Animal Control deals with
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) —It's National Animal Control Officer Appreciation Week, which has the Sioux Falls Police Department highlighting the everyday animal heroes. From puppies to geese and even an otter, the Sioux Falls Animal Control Officers deal with a wide array of animals. Patty Beckman says being an animal control officer is an adventurous job. 'Every day is different. We get a variety of calls, whether it's domesticated animals or wildlife. We respond to all of those calls, so we just never know. It could be a slow day, or it could be a busy day,' Animal Control Supervisor, Sioux Falls, Patty Beckman said. It's not necessarily glamorous being an animal control officer. These officers are called to some really hard scenes of animal neglect, abuse, or violent animals. 12 dangerous criminals arrested, DOJ says 'Some of the cases are hard to deal with. But knowing that we're making a difference and getting those animals out of those, cruelty cases or neglect cases and seeing them get a second chance at life, that's what's rewarding and that's what we strive for with the outcome,' Beckman said. Many times the department deals with regular house pets, but sometimes, like last July, they get more interesting cases like the pig that was loose by the Big Sioux River. Thomas Rhoades was one of the officers who responded to that call. 'The rescue was interesting. We got multiple departments, police and fire, and we came up with a game plan how to get the pig. Obviously, that didn't work because it missed the net right away and we had to go chasing after him. But in the end, it it worked out well,' Lead Animal Control Officer, Sioux Falls, Thomas Rhoades said. But a pig isn't the only strange animal Rhoades has run into while on the job. 'We responded to Bruce the Moose a couple years ago. We have dealt with multiple types of lizards and snakes, raccoons, deer, turkey. And it could be really anything,' Rhoades said. Whether it's the hard days on the job, or the interesting days on the job, these officers are helping both the animals and people of Sioux Falls stay safe. 'Animal control officers are needed in Sioux Falls. Not only for, like, bites and stuff like that, but, sometimes people just need to call and talk about a situation and we can help them through whatever wildlife or even domestic animal problems they are having,' Rhoades says. So far this year, the Sioux Falls Animal Control Officers have responded to over 47-hundred calls. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
