2016 December 15 - The Polar Express Visited the McLean County Public library

The Polar Express flew into town today and made a stop at the Library, Conductor and all! The story of a young man and his adventures on The Polar Express was shared with several other travelers. And the evening finished up with milk and cookies! It was a magical evening.....

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The Polar Express - December 15, 2016

2016 December 10 - Livermore Lions Club Christmas Parade

The Livermore Lions Club 2016 Christmas Parade is in the books.

There were in total, forty-eight lighted units including: Decorated floats, Decorated golf carts, Decorated side x sides (UTV's), Decorated motor cycles, Decorated classic cars, Decorated Fire & Safety apparatus, McLean County Sheriff Ken Frizzell, MCHC ROTC, MCHC Marching Band, 2016 Snow King & Queen Connor & Brionna, Miss Livermore, Ryann Wiggins, Decorated McLean County Public Library Bookmobile with Livermore Woman's Club, and of course, Santa and Mrs. Claus in their decorated sleigh.

In the Float Category, there were 5 winners: 1st place - Tammy's Learning Center; 2nd place - Beech Grove United Methodist; 3rd place - McLean County Football Team; 4th place - Livermore PTO; 5th place - Cub Scout Pack 15, Island, KY.

In the Open Class Category, there were 3 winners: 1st place - Bill & Teresa Johnson; 2nd place - Greg & Angel Badertscher; 3rd place - Jamie Rickard.

The 34 degree weather was perfect for a Christmas parade and it was a beautiful sight with all of the colorfully lighted units headed down Main Street. Thanks to everyone for coming out into the cold! On behalf of the Livermore Lions Club, Merry Christmas!

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Livermore Lions Club Christmas Parade - December 10, 2016

December 08, 2016 - City of Livermore Council Meeting 

 Thomas Riley, Gracie Schindler, Connor Mitchuson, Elektra Cline

Four 5th grade students from Livermore Elementary School, Thomas Riley, Gracie Schindler, Connor Mitchuson and Elektra Cline, led the Pledge of Allegiance at the beginning of the last Council Meeting in 2016.

Additionally, at this meeting the newly elected Council Members, Roy Taylor, Jessie Johnson, Roy Thomas Kassinger, Charles Wells, Sharon Nell Boyken and Larry Leach, were sworn into office by City Clerk Andrea Shelton.

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City of Livermore Council Meeting - December 08, 2016

December 08, 2016 - Christmas Gala sponsored by the Livermore Woman's Club

The official opening of the Christmas Forest to the public was held at the Annual Christmas Gala on December 8th at the McLean County Public Library, sponsored by the Livermore Woman's Club. There were refreshments available and entertainment provided by the Owensboro Symphony's 2nd Street Big Band Piano Player.

This was also the beginning of the voting for guests to select their favorite tree or trees. Voting is accomplished by guests placing their coins (or bills) in the ice blocks by each tree. These proceeds will be applied towards the Livermore Woman's Club Scholarship which is given to a McLean County High School graduating senior. Once the student is selected, the Club awards a $250 cash award per semester, for no more than four years. The student must be a full-time student and must keep their GPA in good standing. At present, the Club is supporting a young lady from Sacramento with her education. Additionally, any donations for the MDA tree will be given to the Muscular Dystrophy Association.

If you have never come and walked through the Christmas Tree Forest, we encourage you to come and bring your family and friends. The Forest is open through the end of the year. It is a breathtaking sight - don't miss it!

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Christmas Tree Forest Gala - December 08, 2016

December 10, 2016 - Lions Club of Livermore, KY sponsoring the christmas Parade

November 26, 2016 - Livermore Woman's Club sponsoring the 2016 Christmas Tree Forest.

November 11, 2016 - Veterans Day Celebration

Today, 11/11 at the 11th hour, our Community honored all who have served our country. It was an emotional day filled with memories and beauty. The Veterans Day Celebration was a special event to be shared with all.

Early in the day down at the riverfront on the Green River, Veterans, family members and friends gathered to prepare for a balloon launch later in the day, in memory of those we have lost.

At 11:00 sharp, George Rhodes welcomed all in attendance at the City Building, formally the Armory. The presentation of colors was provided by the MCHS JROTC. Sierra O'Nan, member of the MCHS JROTC sang the National Anthem. There was recognition of Veterans in Attendance with Daven Edmonds playing the Service Hymns of each of the US Military groups.

The MCHS JROTC presented a beautiful tribute to all POW/MIAs after which all deceased veterans passing this past year were named and honored. The Guest Speaker was Phillip Morris, Colonel U.S. Army, Retired, who is no stranger to McLean County. He told many stories but also provided relevant and current information relative to all U.S. Military Groups. Wayne Morris sang "God Bless the U.S.A." and Ronnie Dame offered a blessing for all Veterans and for our dinner.

After a enjoying a fine meal, all proceeded down to the riverfront to welcome the parade elements including the MCHS JROTC, the MCHS Band, escorted by the Livermore Volunteer Fire Department.

Taps were sounded by Steve Riggs, after which the balloons were launched. A beautiful and respectful day.......



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Veterans Day Celebration 11/11/2016

Thanks to B.F. Evans Ford for sponsoring the Commemorative Veterans Day 2016 mugs and many thanks to our additional sponsors:  A&S Fabricating, City of Livermore, First State Bank, Hometown IGA, Independence Bank, Livermore Lions Club, Modern Supply, Muster Funeral Homes, Ohio Valley Energy, Inc., Shelter Insurance, Fairway Realty, Specialty Foods Group Inc., and to VFW Post #5415.

October 31, 2016 - Halloween Havoc

Happy Halloween 2016 !!!

October 31, 2016 !!!!

80 degrees !!!!!

Felt like Summertime 2016 !!!!!!

Halloween Havoc had a wonderful turnout of leopards, Indians, Batgirls, pirates, zombies, princesses - you name it, we had it!

The Costume Contest, judged by the Livermore Woman's Club, proved to be extremely difficult! So many wonderful costumes. In the age bracket 0-4, Kellar Overton won the Scariest costume with his Pirate attire; Bently Foster won the Funniest costume with a Paw Patrol costume; Willow Burden won the Most Original award with her Leopard costume; Kendal Conrad won the Prettiest Costume Award dressed as an Indian and the Best Overall costume was "Batgirl" worn by Mia Love.

In the 5-9 age bracket, Shelby Rickard won the Scariest award with his Zombie 'get-up'; Connor Logsdon, dressed as the Joker, won the Funniest award; Gabe Howell picked up the Most Original award with his Mummy costume; Rachel Ring dressed as a Butterfly, won the Prettiest Costume award and Abby Free won the Best Overall costume award with her purple Mascarade Princess/Witch costume.

The 10-14 age bracket provided the following awards: Gracie Schindler won Scariest Costume dressed as the Joker; Amber Willis won the Funniest Costume award dressed as a Gumball Machine; Grace Hudson won the Most Original award in her Krispy Cream costume; Trinity Kessinger won the Prettiest Costume award with her Queen of Hearts costume; Hailee Johnson won the Best Overall costume award with her Toy Soldier costume.

And in the 15-Adult age bracket, Mackenzie Sublett won the Scariest Costume in her Adventure Marceline costume; Braden Clark won the Funniest Costume in his Fonzi outfit; Glannah Robert won the Most Original award for her Princess Bubblegum costume; Carissa Hocker won the Prettiest Costume award in her Deer Costume and Josh Overton won the Best Overall award with his Wolverine Costume.

There was a lot of fun packed into two hours this afternoon - Thanks to everyone who helped sponsor this event and to everyone who participated!

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Halloween Havoc 2016

October 25, 2016 - Livermore City Clerk, Deanna Edmonds, Retirement party

Livermore's City Clerk, Deanna Edmonds, will be retiring after 17 years of service at the end of October. Here's wishing her all the best as she starts this next chapter.

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Deanna Edmonds' Retirement Party

September 24, 2016 - Livermore Fall Fest

While the Livermore Fall Fest suggests "Fall-like" weather, it was more like the "Dog Days of Summer" weather - 92 degrees in the shade and just a bit of humidity in the air! But that did not dampen the days' events at all. The Golf Cart Parade started off the festival throughout the RV Park. The Golf Cart Skills Competition was so much fun for the participants and thanks to Tony's Golf Carts, the winners of these four challenges truly appreciated their 1st place winning prizes! Thanks Tony!

The three Bounce Houses were filled to capacity and the Barrel Rides and Hay rides were a hit as well as an excellent mode of transportation from one end of the park to the other. Our vendors, while in melt-down mode, produced some of the best festival foods ever - "Kettle Korn", pork burgers, hamburgers, brats, hot dogs, walking tacos, pulled pork sandwiches and burgoo. Mayors Dennis Revlett & Charley Strole provided beans and cornbread and the dessert favorites of the Fest were homemade ice cream and shaved ice. Lemonade, ice tea and just plain cold water saved the day for many of the attendees!

Ray Wilkerson provided music in the early afternoon hours and was followed by "Loose Wheel", a Country, Blues, and Southern Rock Band.

Many thanks to our Sponsors: Ace Hardware, Asphalt Services, B.F. Evans, FSB, Jennings & Little, Kentucky Drag Boat Association, KU, Logsdon Lumber, Southern Outdoors, Dann Fenwrick, Ky Thurman, Scott Haire and Sonny Renfrow.

Thank you to Buckcreek Baptist Church, Livermore Methodist Church and the Community Church for providing much needed assistance at the Fest and providing games for the 'kiddles'!

And many thanks to those local volunteers from our community who just jumped in to help with "set up" and "take down", filling in the gaps and generally just being available wherever needed. You all are really appreciated!

Finally, to all who came out in the heat to support our Event - Thank You!

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2016 Sep 24 Livermore Fall Fest

October 31, 2016 - Livermore halloween Havoc

september 24, 2016 - Livermore Fall Fest



September 04, 2016 - Livermore Lions Club 2016 Tractor Drive

The Livermore Lions Club selected a beautiful day for their annual Tractor Drive which benefits their Eye Screening Program! Temps were perfect with sunshine and just enough of a breeze to stay comfortable. Twenty-two tractors participated in this fundraiser. They set out from Myer Creek Park with an escort and proceeded through many of the back roads of McLean County. The destination was Sacramento at the Battle Fields where they enjoyed lunch prepared by the Lions. And then back on the roads again towards Myer Creek Park. It was a beautiful day!

Thanks to all who participated in this event.

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Livermore Lions Club 2016 Tractor Drive

Monday morning, August 22, 2016, 7:30 am

"Thunder on the Green" cancelled - high water

The Kentucky Drag Boat Association has canceled the August 27th-28th boat races in Livermore due to flooding in the area.  Water levels on the Green River are at 16 ft and projected to rise to 19 ft  by Wednesday at noon. They expect 15 ft on Friday which is 5 ft higher than they have ever run. Survey pins will still be under water and the conditions may not be safe due to strong current and debris.  Even should the river drop back to what might appear 'normal' by Saturday, the "seen" and "unseen" floating debris of the flooding this week would create a safety issue for all of the racing participants who would be racing at speeds up to 170 mph. 

We are sure going to miss all of the race teams and it is disappointing to not have "Thunder on the Green" this year, but safety first and always.  Can't wait to welcome all of you at next year's event.  See ya in Livermore!

August 27 - 28, 2016

Time trials for the drag boats on Saturday, August 27th, begin at 10:00 am in Livermore, KY on the Green River and the drag boat races on Sunday, August 28th begin at 11:00 am.

At "Thunder on the Green", boats race down a quarter-mile track set up on the Green River at Livermore, KY between the Main Street and RV Park boat ramps.  The boats take off from the Main Street Ramp and exit at the RV Park ramp.  The name of the event comes from the intense roar of the engines echoing across the Green River.  

Boats compete in classes based on how fast they can complete the race.  Classes range from 7-second boats, meaning the boat crosses the finish line only seven seconds after leaving the starting line, to 23-second boats.  The boats race at speeds of up to 170 mph.

There is much to see and do in between races the entire weekend.  Fans have a wide range of dining selections to choose from and the pit location is a great spot to just check out the boats and talk with their owners."

July 5, 2016 - Independence Day Delebration

A week of rain, rain, rain! And July 4th was no exception. The decision to postpone the celebration of our independence was made about noon on Monday, the 4th. With the projected forcast of uncertain, inclement and "thunderstormy" weather, it only made sense in the interest of safety for all attendees. Of course, at 5:00 on the 4th, the sun came out in all of its glory, but the the grassy hills by the riverside were very soggy so there was no regret with the decision. Social media was flooded with the information as were the local news stations to make sure the word got out regarding the postponement.

Tuesday, the 5th, was sunny and hot - in the mid 90's with just a dash of humidity. The party went on exactly as planned. The Livermore Volunteer Fire Department Units 433, 432 and 435 started down Main street with sirens blaring and horns honking. The parade produced 1st place bicycle winner Makeana Crowe and 2nd place bicycle winner Gabe Choronister. The golf cart 1st place winners were the "Willis Clan" and the 2nd place winners were the "Schocklee Clan". There was also a special Mention for Harley and Austin Warner driving their decorated motorized cart. Ross Owen of Livermore rode his home-made street-legal motorized bike in the parade. All the participants were very innovative in their decorations and the kickoff to the afternoon of celebration was well under way.

The corn hole games began and the food booths were busyyyyy! The Livermore Lions were cooking pork burgers, hamburgers, brats and hotdogs. The Livermore Baptist Youth provided ice cream, drumsticks, push-ups, and many other sweet delights. The Kentucky Outlaws 9U Baseball Moms created slushies which were a wonderful 'hit' on that hot day! There was a watermelon eating contest & Bingo games, sponsored by Independence Bank; music by "Loose Wheel", sponsored by Ace Hardware & B.F. Evans Ford, and all the street dancing you could handle in the heat! And the FIREWORKS, sponsored by Independence Bank, were AWESOME! What a wonderful fun-filled afternoon and evening celebrating our country's 240th celebration of freedom!



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July 5, 2016 - Independence Day Celebration

July 4, 2016 - Rescheduled Independence Day Celebration

Out of an abundance of caution and concern for our guests' safety and due to  the impending weather  forecast this afternoon and tonight, we have  rescheduled the Livermore Independence Day Celebration, from Monday, July 4th to Tuesday, July 5th.  The schedule of events posted, will remain the same with the decorated bicycle and golf cart parade assembling at the Livermore Missionary Baptist Church parking lot at 4:30 kicking off the celebration.  Hope to see everyone tomorrow!

May 28, 2016 - Livermore Veteran's Memorial Committee

The Livermore Veteran’s Memorial Committee placed flags on the graves of veterans in Livermore and around the city on May 28th for Memorial Day. Thanks to those who were available and able to come out and help - Chester & Caleb Baldwin, Brother Tommy Webb, George Rhodes, Sonny & Ann Renfrow.

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Livermore Veteran's Memorial Committee

May 10, 2016 - LWC Check presentation to MDA



Ann Renfrow of the Livermore Woman’s Club (LWC) presents a check in the amount of $5,450 to Fundraising Coordinator, Mary Fowler, of the Muscular Dystrophy Association.  The contribution resulted from the very successful 4th annual 5K Run/Walk sponsored by the Livermore Woman’s Club held in Livermore, KY on April 23, 2016, in support of the MDA. This contribution has been designated for use within McLean County local area for those affected by Muscular Dystrophy.  Also at the presentation were some of the other members of the 5K Committee, Aimee Newberry, President of the LWC, Ann Renfrow, LWC for MDA Committee Chairperson, Mary Fowler, MDA, and Tiffany Wilkerson, LWC for MDA Committee.

Many thanks to the numerous sponsors of this year’s event as well as the volunteers who gave their time to help support the 5K, and to the 140 registered runners and walkers who participated in the 5K. 

McLean County News Article - April 28, 2016

April 23rd, 2016 - Thank you!

The Livermore Woman's Club sends a huge thank you to those who helped us sponsor the 5K Run/Walk for MDA! We couldn't have done it without you!

BF Evans Ford, Pleasant Hill United Methodist, ACE Hardware & Bldg Supply,Health First Community Health Center, Fairway Realty, Shelter Insurance, Judge Executive Kelly Thurman, Turner Family, US Bank, McLean County Atty, Josh Searcy, James & Susan Jollay Family, Sacramento Pharmacy, Ralph W. Thacker DMD, A & S Fabricating Co., Livermore Woman's Club, Helton Insurance, First State Bank, Independence Bank, Livermore Lions Club, Sacramento Deposit Bank, Sharon Nell's 31, Stacy Patrick County Clerk, Geno's Pizza, The Farmhouse LLC, City of Sacramento, Jennings & Little, Grace Miller, Longaberger, Consultant, Hoover & Morris, PLLC, Stephanie King-Logsdon, McLean County Circuit Court Clerk, Dale W. Ayer, Beauty 101, Blue Roof, Miller Tire Center, Wooden Bridge Antiques, Helton-White & Associates, Inc., Cracker Barrel, Lil' Stevie's , Wilkerson Family, Staples, Pepsi Americas, Subway, Red Lobster, Arby's, Texas Roadhouse, TGI Fridays, Sam's Club, Neighborhood Flowers, Logan's Roadhouse, IGA , Little Bits, O'Charley's, Olive Garden, Dairy Queen, Little B's Pizza

The Livermore Woman's Club also thanks those volunteers who assisted with the 5K Run/Walk for MDA: The Lions Club, The City of Livermore, the Livermore Volunteer Fire Department, those citizens who gave of their time to be with us for a few hours and make everything go smoothly - We can't say thank you enough! 

23 Apr 2016 - Livermore Woman's Club 5K Run/Walk for MDA



189 t-shirts waiting to be distributed for the 5K in 2 days!

April 23^rd, 2016 arrived a tad soggy with a light mist and “coolish” weather, but it developed into a great day for running, walking, biking or even “strollering” during the 4^th Annual Livermore Woman’s Club 5K Run/Walk for MDA.  The color of the day was “Safety Orange” allowing everyone to be seen clearly on the streets of Livermore, KY.  Registration started at 7:00 am at the Pavilion by the Green River and by 8:00 am all were lining up for the start of the race.  Former Mayor, Sonny Renfrow, called out to everyone to be on the ready and counted down 3, 2, 1 ---at which point he, in a four-wheeler, led everyone at full speed onto the 5K course, just barely staying ahead of them!  It was really a fun day!  And to everyone’s surprise, little Layla Hohimer walked to the Finish Line and sat right down on it, almost as if she was saying “I got this!”

Here is the listing of the winners:

Overall Male Winner –                Minutes

  Dustin Duncan                             19:39  

Overall Female Winner - 

  Whitley Patterson                25:54

Age Bracket Winners:

08-14:  Carter Riley 23:38 and Chloe Fortner 31:40

15-25:  Cooper Bishop 22:38 and Hanah Hoover 26:42

26-35:  Carl Sims 25:04 and Hailey Guenthner 27:37

36-40:  Jason Riley 23:43 and Amy Fortner 27:41

41-45:  Jacob Humphrey 31:46 and Jenny Whitmer 29:18

46-50:  Kevin Logsdon 38:35 and Christina Hudson 27:59

51-59:  Tony Searcy 25:23 and Beverly Spence 26:02

60+:     Barbara Caudle 33:18

 Tessa Wilkerson with our Overall Female & Male Winners: Whitley Patterson & Dustin Duncan.

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Livermore Woman's Club 5K Run/Walk for MDA

April 23, 2016 - "5K for MDA Alert!"

The Livermore Woman's Club will be hosting the 4th Annual 5K Run/Walk in Livermore, KY on Saturday, April 23rd, starting at 8:00 am.  The 5K Run/Walk is in support of the Muscular Dystrophy Association, whose motto is:

"Make a Muscle,

Make a Difference"

The start of the 5K Run/Walk will be at the Pavilion on Main St. & Dr. Sam Scott Drive on the Riverfront in Livermore, KY.  The entry fee is $20 if received by March 23rd and $25 if received between March 24th and April 23rd.

Registration forms and MDA waiver forms (both required) are currently available at the link below:

Registration Forms

MDA Waiver Forms

Please mail your pre-registration form, the signed MDA waiver form and your entry fee to:

Livermore Woman's Club, c/o Ann Renfrow

915 Sand Hill Road

Livermore, KY 42352

A T-shirt is guaranteed to all participants registered by March 23rd.

Any questions can be directed to:  Ann Renfrow, 278-5232.  You can also send an email of inquiry to:  jfrow@bellsouth.net

Mark your calendars!

January 13, 2016 - 5K Walk/Run for MDA Sponsorship

January 1, 2016 - Happy New Year!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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The official opening of the Christmas Forest to the public will be at the Annual Christmas Gala on December 8th from 6pm - 8pm at the McLean County Public Library.  There will be refreshments available and entertainment provided by the Owensboro Syphony's 2nd Street Big Band Piano player.

This will also begin the voting fo your favorite tree or trees.  Voting is accomplished by attendees placing their coins (or bills) in the ice blocks by each tree.  These proceeds will be applied towards the Livermore Woman's Club Scholarship which is given to a McLean County High School graduating senior.  Once the student is selected, the Club awards a $250 cash award per semester, for no more than four years.  The student must be a full-time student and must keep their GPA in good standing.  At present, the Club is supporting a young lady from Sacramento with her education.

Thank you for your support!

If you have any other "Current Positive Happenings" and/or photos you would like to share with the Community, please contact  Andrea Shelton at 270-278-2113.

If corrections are required, also please advise Andrea and she will see that the web site is updated.