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Everyone wins in new adventure

“I am so excited about this program,” said Chelsea Middle School teacher and Beta Club Sponsor Heidi Sheehan. Read more

by Shelba Nivens, Monday, November 26, 2012 3:29 pm

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Chelsea Library begins Lego Club for kids

Dana Polk, Chelsea Public Library director, was wanting to do something special for children at the library when Tracie Rowe approached her with the idea ... Read more

by Shelba Nivens, Monday, November 19, 2012 3:47 pm

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Teacher of the Year award winner thankful for gift of teaching

“She is all about doing whatever it takes to make each and every one of her students successful.” Read more

by Shelba Nivens, Monday, November 12, 2012 11:11 am

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Spreading good cheer with a broom and a mop

Jen Chance is one of the many young entrepreneurs around the country who recently began a small, profitable business of her own. Read more

by Shelba Nivens, Monday, November 5, 2012 2:19 pm

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Local helps children communicate

Jan Higdon was pursuing studies to become an English teacher when she watched a speech therapist work with children who could not say certain sounds. Read more

by Shelba Nivens, Monday, October 29, 2012 2:56 pm

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Group supports military moms, troops

“They go off our little boys and come back men,” said Bobbi Weidman, speaking of sons, who mothers send off to war. Read more

by Shelba Nivens, Monday, October 15, 2012 1:52 pm

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New shop creates excitement among crafty people

When I stopped in recently at Petals to Piglets, Lesa (Nivens) Benefield’s flower and gift shop, I was surprised at all the excitement and activity ... Read more

by Shelba Nivens, Monday, October 8, 2012 4:13 pm

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Chelsea woman hooked on Zumba

Her three boys, ages 7, 8 and 10, help keep her motivated, said Shea Callahan. Read more

by Shelba Nivens, Monday, September 24, 2012 11:01 am

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Whataburger serving people one hamburger at a time

While shopping or running errands in Chelsea I like to stop by WhataBurger to rest, eat and listen to their inspirational music. I like the ... Read more

by Shelba Nivens, Monday, September 17, 2012 3:46 pm

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Couple enjoys simple outdoor life

“When we aren’t working you can usually find us in our yard,” said Diane Thomas, who with husband Gene owns Chelsea Postnet. Read more

by Shelba Nivens, Monday, August 27, 2012 1:30 pm

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Four-legged clients are the best

She has a window near her grooming table where she can hang a bird feeder for clients needing happy thoughts, said Lisa Marie Seay. Read more

by Shelba Nivens, Monday, August 13, 2012 10:43 am

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Chelsea woman home after deployment

April Destafino grew up in a military family, she said. Read more

by Shelba Nivens, Monday, August 6, 2012 9:15 am

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100-year-old school records shed light on area residents

Harold Griffin, local amateur historian and researcher, recently brought me copies of some early Chelsea area school census records, which he’d copied several years ago ... Read more

by Shelba Nivens, Monday, July 30, 2012 8:42 am

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Army wife shares time and money-saving cooking

As an army wife, Julie Hubbard said she’s had opportunities to share her special cooking method around the country — in parks, recreation centers, schools, ... Read more

by Shelba Nivens, Monday, July 23, 2012 10:57 am

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Retired Chelsea school teacher writes memoirs

The Tuttle home is still standing on the hill overlooking the Kentucky River. Read more

by Shelba Nivens, Monday, July 16, 2012 5:27 pm

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