http://www.centralkynews.com/amnews/features/?track=rss Headlines from centralkynews.com en ©2013, centralkynews.com Thu, 23 May 2013 00:00:00 -0400 By BRENDA S. EDWARDS http://www.centralkynews.com/amnews/features/amn-open-house-and-walking-tours-set-during-preservation-awareness-week-20130523,0,4470780.story?track=rss The Boyle Landmark Trust will observe Historic Preservation Awareness Month with events scheduled Thursday through Saturday. Thu, 23 May 2013 00:00:00 EDT By DONNA BUSH http://www.centralkynews.com/amnews/features/amn-from-the-farm-berry-blast-will-feature-strawberry-shortcake-samples-20130522,0,6205776.story?track=rss Boyle County Farmers’ Market Berry Blast is this Saturday, May 25th. Be sure to come out for your complimentary Strawberry Shortcake sample. Delicious homegrown strawberries on a wedge of shortcake and topped with a dollop of whipped cream will be offered until we run out. Wed, 22 May 2013 10:18:00 EDT http://www.centralkynews.com/amnews/features/amn-danvilleboyle-county-humane-society-pets-of-the-week-for-may-21-2013-20130520,0,6693897.story?track=rss Our featured pets this week are Mary and Uriah. Mary is a sweet, solid white kitty with medium-length hair. She has an easy-going personality and really loves to be around people. When you meet Mary in person, the first thing you will notice are her beautiful blue eyes. Mary has been spayed and is ready to come to your home to receive the love and attention that she deserves.  Mon, 20 May 2013 00:00:00 EDT By HELEN PALMER http://www.centralkynews.com/amnews/features/amn-laser-treatment-may-relieve-pets-arthritis-pain-20130520,0,85725.story?track=rss Veterinarian Kevin Fitzgerald has an article in the May/June issue of AKC Family Dog magazine titled “Kennel Concerns and Laser Therapy.” I selected the laser therapy segment because it concerns pain therapy and everyone is interested in alleviating pain in both themselves and their pets. Mon, 20 May 2013 00:00:00 EDT By TERRI SCHLICHENMEYER http://www.centralkynews.com/amnews/features/amn-the-bookworm-sez-make-time-for-these-tomes-this-summer-20130520,0,759076.story?track=rss You’ve got your summer all planned out. Weekends with family are starting to fill in between trips and festivals. You’ve got a few household chores planned, some exploring around town, a bit of a roadtrip, and plenty of dates with a cold one in the back yard. Mon, 20 May 2013 14:03:00 EDT By MARIEL SMITH http://www.centralkynews.com/amnews/features/amn-accent-community-arts-centers-lil-red-wagon-contest-gets-a-facelift-20130520,0,7296770.story?track=rss For several years, the Great American Brass Band Festival has had a trusty sidekick: the Lil’ Red Wagon Contest. This year, the contest has expanded to include not only red wagons, but also bicycles, tricycles and wheelchairs. Sun, 19 May 2013 00:00:00 EDT By TERRI SCHLICHENMEYER http://www.centralkynews.com/amnews/features/amn-the-bookworm-sez-young-little-leaguers-will-like-a-baseball-story-20130520,0,6933693.story?track=rss “A Baseball Story.” By Richard Torrey, c.2012, Kane Miller, $10.99/$12.95 Canada, 36 pages. Sun, 19 May 2013 13:48:00 EDT http://www.centralkynews.com/amnews/features/amn-childrens-chatter-prepare-your-child-for-the-first-time-flying-20130520,0,6211827.story?track=rss With summer vacation right around the corner, many of us will be traveling away from home to celebrate the end of a successful school year. This trip could be a car ride to grandma and grandpa’s house right around the corner, or it could be to the other side of the globe. For some, this adventure could involve flying on an airplane for the first time. Flying can be a scary experience for children, but you can help make it more enjoyable for not only you and your child but also for other passengers on board. Sun, 19 May 2013 13:45:00 EDT By DR. ERIC GUERRANT http://www.centralkynews.com/amnews/features/amn-your-health-keep-kids-safe-in-a-vehicle-20130520,0,967783.story?track=rss Traffic accidents are the leading cause of death for children worldwide. Thus, it’s important for parents to take precautions to keep their child safe when riding in a vehicle. If you have a child who is 12 years old or younger, the safest place for them to ride is in the back seat. Every child should be buckled in a child safety seat, a booster seat or with a lap/shoulder belt if it fits. Sun, 19 May 2013 13:41:00 EDT By SHARON WILLIAMS http://www.centralkynews.com/amnews/features/amn-hobbies-on-a-budget-six-tips-for-hiking-with-kids-20130520,0,3017446.story?track=rss School is almost done for the year and many folks are planning ways to get out and enjoy nature as a family. There is nothing more fun than hiking through the woods, hearing the kids chattering like squirrels and exploring new hiking trails.  Sun, 19 May 2013 13:36:00 EDT