Thursday, November 19, 2009

Jackson-Rigg indicted in Franklin County

Margaret Jackson-Rigg, 50, of Flemingsburg, faces charges of failing to report earnings to the Kentucky Revenue Cabinet and pay taxes. She was indicted in Franklin County. For the complete story click on http://www.state-journal.com/news/article/4714094

STEPHEN MILLER NAMED CEO OF PEOPLES BANK

steve miller

On behalf of the Board of Directors, James Hay, Chairman and President of Peoples Bank of Kentucky recently announced that Mr. Stephen Miller has been named Chief Executive Officer of the Bank. Effective January 1, 2010, Mr. Miller will assume responsibility of the day to day operations and activities of the Bank. Steve has served on the Board since January of 2006 and joined the bank staff full time in August of 2008.

“I am very excited to have the opportunity to assume the CEO responsibilities of Peoples Bank,” said Miller. “I want to thank the Board of Directors for their confidence and support. I especially want to thank James Hay for his guidance and leadership during my association with the Bank. I will continue to rely on James for his knowledge, expertise and continued leadership as President and Chairman.”

“Peoples Bank is fortunate to have excellent officers and employees dedicated to serving our customers. I want to thank our customers for their loyalty, and encourage both existing and new customers to consider Peoples Bank for their financial needs.”

Steve attended Western KY University and Murray State University where he obtained his BS Degree and completed the Economic Development Institute program at Oklahoma University. Prior to his employment at Peoples Bank he served as Executive Director of the Buffalo Trace Area Development District.

Mr. Hay will continue in the capacity of Chairman and President of Peoples Bank of Kentucky and will also serve Peoples of Fleming County Bancorp (the Holding Company) as Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer.

Miss Choate

Amber Nicole Choate, 13, of Elizaville, died Nov. 18, 2009, as the result of being hit by a car in front of her home. Amber was a student at Simons Middle School, 8th grade. She was born in Mason County Aug. 25, 1996, to Andrea Thomas and Eddie Choate and is also survived by two brothers, Brandon (Amber Jones) Florence and Joshua (Tiffany Jandro) Florence. Grandparents are Sue Choate and Helen Florence. She is also survived by several aunts, uncles, and cousins.

She was preceded in death by two grandfathers, Kelly Choate and Scottie Florence.

Visitation for Amber will be from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. for the family and 6-9 p.m. in the Simons Middle School. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at Simons Middle School with the Rev. Randy Hawkins officiating. Burial will follow in the Elizaville Cemetery.

Price Bros. Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Choate services set

Services for Amber Choate will be at Simons Middle School on Saturday, November 2, at 1 p.m.. Price Brothers Funeral Home is assisting the family.