2009-12-02

Study: Early autism treatment works



CHICAGO The first rigorous study of behavior treatment in autistic children as young as 18 months found two years of therapy can vastly improve symptoms, often resulting in a milder diagnosis. The study was small — just 48 children evaluated at the University of Washington — but the results were so encouraging it has been expanded to several other sites, […]

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Yoga classes to be offered



North Fork Yoga will offer a six-week class starting the second week in January. In the class, beginners will reach a better understanding of yoga. Students will learn correct positioning for each pose and corresponding health ben- efits. Class cost will be $70 and will include a North Fork Yoga T-shirt. For more information, call (606) 233-6546, or visit the […]

Grant applications being sought



The Center for Rural Development is accepting grant applications from local government units in cities and counties across southern and eastern Kentucky — including Letcher County — for funding from the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) for community strategic planning. Through its Developing and Implementing Community Strategies Program, The Center will award $145,000 in ARC mini-grant funding to communities. Two cycles […]

Christmas in McRoberts set



McRoberts Elementary School will host Christmas in McRoberts from 4 to 8 p.m., December 12, in the school gymnasium. The event will include a coloring contests for students K-6 grades, tattoos for children, a Christmas chorus, games, and arts and crafts. Admission is $1 with no charge for children five years old and under.

Christmas parade planned in Neon



The Neon Christmas Parade will take place at 6 p.m., December 19. For more information, call Jeff at 855-7703 or City Hall at 855-7900.

Medicare drug plan



Information on the Medicare prescription drug plan will be available at the Harry M. Caudill Library in Whitesburg on December 9 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information, call Julie Haynes at (800) 928-5723.

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Whitesburg council honors late minister, awards bids



The Whitesburg City Council held a ceremony in memory of the late Reverend Jack Sparks and presented his widow, Trina Sparks, with a plaque of recognition for his service from 29th District State Senator Johnny Ray Turner and Kentucky Senate President David Williams. Sparks traditionally opened city council meetings with a prayer before his recent death and also served as […]