Today's News

Desmond Spalding was planning a night out on the town with his wife and some of their friends Thursday, but he got a surprise when he arrived at Susie's Bottoms Up in Raywick.

After he got out of his car, people started telling him to turn around because Susie's wasn't letting black people in that night. He assumed they were joking until he got to the door.

"The bouncer said, sorry to tell you this, no black people can come in tonight," Desmond Spalding said.

There's no denying that the City of Raywick has a reputation.

Historically, it's experienced some rowdy times.

And, in the past, it wasn't always the most welcoming city toward African-Americans.

In fact, there was a time when it would have been shocking to even see an African-American inside Raywick's city limits.

But, times have changed. People have changed.

Or, have they?

By Ken Begley

The Bronze Star: the fourth highest wartime medal in the United States Armed Forces, authorized by Congress, awarded to soldiers for heroism or meritorious service in combat.

That's one heavy medal for a soldier to carry on his chest.

I've served over 37 years in the military and I can count on one hand the number of soldiers I've known that are Bronze Star award winners.

The Marion County Lady Knights varsity softball team played in two games during the Spring Break week, one at home against Casey County and one game on the road against LaRue County, winning both of those to take their overall record to 7-2.  
"I think our kids are improving and I think we have the potential to get much better," Head Coach Todd Spalding said. "We begin district play this week with Adair and Taylor so it is a big week for us. Both are good teams but we are just as good in my opinion if we play to our capabilities."