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Studies show that when fathers actively contribute to the upbringing of their children in a positive and supportive way, the children do better in school, are more confident and have healthier self-esteems. Children and teens who feel secure and comfortable about themselves are less likely to abuse drugs and alcohol or engage in sexual activity before marriage. This affirming encouragement has long lasting effects well into adulthood as children learn to make good decisions for a brighter future.

Fathers and Daughters

Landmark News Service

Creeks bulged beyond their banks last week as flash floods washed out driveways and low-lying roads, leaving some households stranded and causing motorists to hydroplane.

Ohio River levels crested two feet above flood stage Thursday because of heavy downpours that dumped as much as four inches of rain in Henry County in less than two days.

Crews to work on I-71

Routine maintenance could block motorists and cause some delays this week, according to reports from the state Transportation Cabinet.

State work crews could be patching potholes, sweeping, cleaning drains and ditches and performing other work along Interstate 71 in Henry County throughout the week during non-peak daytime hours and at night.

Interstate delays should also be expected in Oldham and Jefferson counties, state officials said.

By Jonna Spelbring Priester

General Manager

The City of Pleasureville finds itself without a police chief after Patrick Stucker resigned his position March 3.

The resignation came almost two months after Stucker was placed on paid leave during the Pleasureville City Commission's January meeting. At that time, Commissioner Pam Whitaker made a motion that Stucker be suspended with pay for 60 days, or until a hearing could be held regarding allegations that if true would bring the city into disrepute, she said at the time.