VOL. 71, NO. 08- August 26, 2009
(215-360)Published weekly except, Labor Day, New Years, Christmas, Easter, 4th of July, Thanksgiving and Quilt Show
WKMS "More News, More Music, More Interesting"
For
some long-time listeners of the area's public radio station, WKMS-FM
in Murray, recent programming decisions have been a bit controversial,
while pleasing others. Station Manager Kate Lochte and Programming
Director Mark Welch explained the reasons for the changes and what
can be expected in future for WKMS.
At issue is the replacement of two hours of daily classical music programming with more news and information. As Welch said, "Change at WKMS is made at barge-like speed rather than speed boat-like speed," explaining the programming changes have been in the works since 2000, when the first of several listener surveys indicated a preference for more news and information. Arbitron ratings confirmed that in 2008 when ratings dropped off dramatically during the daytime classical music programming hours.
The popularity of wall-to-wall coverage during the catastrophic 2009 ice storm and a subsequent online survey indicated news and information was the most appropriate programming for those time slots.
Classical music lovers need not despair, however. The WKMS Digital HD-2 is now broadcasting 24 hours a day of classical music, which can be received with a digital radio receiver or accessed online. The programming will also be available soon on the WKMS Paducah frequency of 92.1. This means more classical programming than ever before, along with more Paducah Symphony Orchestra broadcast performances. In addition, Welch will host a Friday night live musical concert program at 7 pm featuring PSO and concerts held on the campus of Murray State University.
For more information on WKMS programming visit www.wkms.org.
NEW MEMBER
President L.V. is pleased Rotary has inducted its 4th new member in nearly as many weeks. Lorraine Schramke sponsored Jimi Gwinn, a jewelry designer and owner of J.S. Gwinn Fine Jewelry. Jimi has a degree in Economics from U.K. and has been designing jewelry since 2006. He has won two national awards for his designs. Jimi is a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Paducah and enjoys woodworking, skiing, scuba diving and poker. Please take time to get know Jimi and welcome him to Rotary!
PAUL HARRIS FELLOW
Rotarian Judge Bill Howerton had the distinct honor of awarding an unusual Paul Harris Fellow this week to St. Mary Senior Sarah Hendley, the daughter of Rotarian Missy Eckenberg. Sarah is extremely active in her church, her school and her community and a long list of achievements and awards to her name. In addition to being a star athlete, holding a 4.0 GPA and volunteering for numerous charitable efforts, she will be leaving on September 7th to serve as page for U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell in Washington, D.C. Congratulations and good luck, Sarah!
NEXT WEEK
New Paducah Police Chief Berry and Sheriff Jon Hayden
Chris McNeill--September Program Chair
ANNOUNCEMENTS
PAUL HARRIS FELLOW RAFFLE
Rotary Board members are selling chances on a raffle for a Paul Harris Fellow. The proceeds go toward Rotary's effort to match a grant from the Bill Gates Foundation to assist Rotary International in eradicating Polio worldwide. See a board member, LV or the office to purchase yours today!!! If you win the raffle, and you are already a PHF, you can name a Paul Harris Fellow of your choice. $5.00 each or 3 for $10.00.
Rebecca Jones-Wally Montgomery; Sue Tharp, Bill Jones, Bruce Pope, Tony Burkeen, Dennis Griffith, Stan Eckenberg, Sarah Hendley, Father Patrick Reynolds, Danny Thomas, Martie Wiles- Missy Eckenberg; Jim & Anne Gwinn- Lorraine Schramke; Renie Barger-Don Barger; Chuck Hank-Glen Anderson; Michael Crouse-Harvey Sadow
REPORTED MAKEUPS
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Gear Teeth
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Desiree Owen
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Invocation
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Tim Taylor
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Song Leader
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Michael Cochran
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Family of Rotary
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Lewis Carr |
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Program
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Brian Lackzo
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BIRTHDAYS
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Carolyn Roberts
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August 31
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CLUB
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Brenda Allcock
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August 29
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Glen Anderson
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August 29
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Rick Coltharp
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August 26
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David Comperry
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September 1
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Bill Gore
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September 1
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Amy Kight
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August 29
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Charles Manchester
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August 26
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Today's Editor - Desiree Owen
List of Unfilled Classifications
Artist/Retail, Attorney
( Commonwealth, Social Security Administration, Marine Law), Banking
(Mortgage Lender, Trust Management), Bed & Breakfast/Hospitality,
Building Materials, Cable TV/Advertising, Chemical Plant, Chemical
Plant Management, Commercial Door Contracting, Communications Systems
Integration, Community Development/Administration, Contractor/Commercial,
Day Care Management, Director/Substance Abuse Prevention, Education
( Pre-school, Administration), Employee Leasing (Permanent, Temporary)
Engineering/U-235 Plant, Equine Farming, Facility Manager, Film
Making, Financial Management/Jewelry Business, Financial Planning,
Hardware/Retail, Hospital, Human Resources, Industrial Supplies/Wholesale,
Information/Management, Information Technology/Internet Director,
Insurance - Sales, Judge/Family Court, Judge/District, Law (Corporation,
Litigation, Domestic), Medical/Podiatry, Medical Center Management,
Men's Clothing/Retail, Ministry/Christian, Motion Pictures Theatres,
Moving & Storage, Municipal Human Relations, Nursing/Geriatric,
Orthodontics & Facial Orthopedics, Photography Equipment & Supplies,
Public Service/Emergency Services, Rape Crisis Manager, Refined
Oil Products/Retail, Restaurant/Italian, River Transportation/Port
Authority, Sales - Temporary Employees, Scout Executive, Space Education,
Special Gifts/Retail, Total Wellness, Waste Water Utility
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1) Go to
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