Supporting Angels
A faith based support group for those suffering from the loss of a loved one. If you are feeling sad or depressed, having a hard time coping with your loss, or simply need to talk. The Supporting Angels Support Group will be meeting every Monday night, at 5:30 p.m. at Harbor of Light (Old Hood’s Skating Rink). The group will be led by Bro. Jimmy Cole.
Stanton Tourism and Convention Commission
City of Stanton Tourism and Convention Commission’s regular scheduled meeting is the 3rd Monday of every month at 5pm at Stanton City Hall located at 98 Court Street.
The Public Library is taking donations
of VERY GENTLY used DVD’s and Blu-ray discs as payment towards any fines and fees you may have on your library account! Bring those discs in that are just gathering dust on your shelf and pay off those old fines! Please, no damaged or scratched discs- the director has the final say on accepting or rejecting any discs.
Democratic Party Meeting
Meets every third Thursday at 7:00 P.M. at the Reed Industrial Park.
12 Step AA / NA Meetings
Meetings are held at 7:00 p.m. and meet every two weeks thereafter at the Appalachian Wellness Center located at 592 Highway 15, Suite #6 in Campton, KY. Appalachian Wellness is located across the road from Creech Auto Sales and the Dollar General Store in Campton, Ky.
R&R Christian Youth Center
At 194 Sunset Drive on Adams Ridge in Clay City will be hosting a Youth Event every 2nd and 4th Friday of each month from 6:00-8:00pm. Concessions will be available. Age group: 4th grade- 12th grade. Cost: Free. Chaperones will be on site.
Celebrate Recovery
Meets on Fridays 7-9pm (with dinner starting at 6) at Clay City First Church of God, 3200 Main Street Clay City. We have large groups for all from (7-8pm), and small groups (from 8-9pm) for men’s life issues and chemical dependency (as one group), women’s chemical dependency, women’s life issues, parents of adult children in addiction, and Celebration Place– kid’s group for ages 5-13, and childcare for kids 4 and under. Dinner and childcare is provided free of charge. We are a valid 12-step recovery group recognized by the court system and rehabilitation facilities. We offer help and support for people in need of recovery from chemical dependency, as well as a wide array of life issues: anxiety, depression, grief, loss, food issues, and many others. FMI contact April Smith (859) 771-5527.
Attention Veterans
A veterans benefits field representative will be at the Powell County Courthouse in Stanton, KY on the first Thursday each month. Veterans will be seen by appointment only. Veterans and their dependents will receive assistance filing for federal and state veteran benefits. This service is provided free of charge by the Kentucky Department of Veteran Affairs. To apply, veterans need to furnish copies of pertinent documentation to verify eligibility. For further information please call 858-497-6444 to speak with a veterans field representative.
The Powell County Tourism Commission
The Powell County Tourism Commission meeting dates have changed and will now meet the fourth Thursday every month at the Slade Welcome Center.
Seeking Vendors
The Main Street Market Craft and Vendor Fair is accepting vendor applications. The fair will be at the Estill County Fairbarn on September 29. Anyone interested in being a vendor should contact Brittany Sparks at 606-975-0764
Local Facility Planning Committee
2018 Jr. & Little Miss/ Mister Powell County
This years Jr. & Little Miss/ Mister Powell County pageant will be held on September 1 at 2 p.m. at the Stanton Christian Church gym. To enter contact April at 859-538-7468. The deadline to enter is August 20.
Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority
(KHEAA) will be at Powell County High School to assist seniors with planning their futures and applying for financial aid. September 4: “Getting In” Presentation with Seniors, October 4: FAFSA Workshop with Seniors (Parents welcome), October 8: College Application Day with Seniors For more information contact Joplin Rice by calling 502-229-1147 or by emailing jrice@kheaa.com
Spencer Cousins Reunion
The descendants of Calvin and Mary Ann Stewart Spencer will be having their annual family reunion on Saturday, September 1st. The reunion will be held at the Am Vets Building which his located on Veterans Lane in downtown Clay City. The doors will open at 10:00 a.m. and we will eat at 1 p.m. Paper products will be provided. Please bring a covered dish, plus drinks for your family, any pictures you’d like to share, and also any games you would like us to play. All help is greatly appreciated. For more information, please call Glenda Birch at 606-663-5019.
1958 Powell Co High School Class Reunion
Saturday, September 1, 2018 Lunch: 1:00pm and visits until5:00pm at Brookside cottages club house in Stanton Ky. For details or to confirm, call or text: Sandy: 859-583-1295 or Anna Jean 859-229-1847
Rally ‘Round the Rooster 2018
2:00 pm – 6:00 pm, Saturday, August 25th Callie’s Lake & Campground in Bowen, Ky.