The Springfield Sun November 21, 2012

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AT&T ipped 3G switch in Springeld

By Brandon Mattingly
Sun Staff Writer Customers with 3G and 4G data plans through AT&T can now more easily use their mobile devices online capabilities, including web browsing and the streaming of music and videos. AT&T announced the expansion of its mobile Internet network in Springfield in Washington County, extending access for advanced mobile services, devices and feature-rich audio and video content to customers in the area, said Cathy Lewandowski, senior public relations manager at AT&T Corporate Communications. Upgrading data availability in Central Kentucky has been an emphasis for the company over the past several years, and the arrival of 3G and 4G in Springfield comes just seven months after Willisburg picked up the service as part of the companys effort to provide service along I-65 and the Bluegrass Parkway. The addition of Springfield to the service area is a welcome surprise to local residents, as the company expressed no intentions for further expansion within the county in the near future following the Willisburg upgrade. Lewandowski, however, pointed out that AT&T is always looking to expand and acknowledged the efforts the company has made in that area in recent years. AT&T also invested more than $600 million in

Local residents who get cellular service through AT&T have likely noticed a big change recently, as the company has expanded its data service in Springfield.

its Kentucky wireless and wireline networks from 2009 to 2011 with a focus on improving the companys mobile Internet coverage and overall performance of its networks, she said. For more information about AT&Ts data coverage in Kentucky and across the United States, visit www.wireless.att.com/coverageviewer.

Springfield Tourism Commission wins two awards

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The Springfield Tourism Commission has received two awards in the 2012 Kentucky Travel Industry Associations (KTIA) Traverse Awards for Excellence in Tourism Marketing competition. The commission received a second-place honor in the promotional video category. The project the commission entered was the Lincoln Legacy Museum documentary She added that 58 locations have passed ordinances requiring server training such as STAR. Smith added that the local ABC administrator had completed STAR Server training. East High Street hearing According to Smiths administrative report, a public hearing was held on Nov. 8 regarding the East High Street project closeout. The public hearing went well, with only positive comments on the project, Smith wrote in her administrative report. Smith said someone in attendance inquired if there would be another phase to the project to complete the second block. The city will have to that is posted on its website and that plays in the museum. The commission received an honorable mention award in the marketing campaign category for the Spring ARTportunity project that was promoted in April and May. The commission received its awards on Oct. 23 during the Traverse Gala held at the Sloan Convention Center as part of the 2012 Kentucky Travel Industry annual conference. Kentucky travel and tourism businesses and marketing organizations vie for awards in 21 separate categories during the annual competition produced by the Kentucky Travel Industry Association. A panel of out-of-state experts judged

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Kathy Elliot, left, accepted two Traverse awards on behalf of the Springfield Tourism Commission.

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Cox was representing the Washington County Heartland Y outh Coalition and RISE Y outh.

The training, she said, would help prevent selling alcohol and tobacco to minors, as well as over serving customers. City Attorney Bill Robinson asked if obtaining the certification would help businesses lower insurance rates. Wilma Sorrell, coordinator with the Heartland Y outh Coalition, said that it depends on the insurance provider. Cox said she had already spoken with one business owner that said he would either deduct $5 per week from employee paychecks until the $35 fee was recovered from employees who undergo training, or, possibly pay for the training himself. Cox told the council that over 45,000 sellers and servers statewide have completed the training.

STAR Server training, Cox said, is designed for bartenders, servers, business owners and managers, local ABC administrators and local law enforcement.

wait for another open period to make an additional application and Kriss (Lowry, who has managed the housing and redevelopment contract for Springfield) advised that it would likely have to be a scattered-site development rather than a mandatory, designated development, Smith wrote. Heart of Kentucky Holiday festival According to Kathy Elliotts tourism commission report, the Heart of Kentucky Holiday Festival was named one of the top 10 2012 winter festivals in the state by the Kentucky Travel Industry Association. All council members were in attendance. The next regular scheduled meeting is Dec. 10 at 5 p.m. at City Hall.

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Cox said the training costs $35.

Cox asked the council to consider adopting an ordinance that would require businesses within city limits to require the training.

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NOVEMBER 30 DECEMBER 2
The City of Springeld Salutes NATIONAL SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY ON
FRIDAY, NOV. 30TH
PETER PAN
Presented by Central KY Community Theatre

7 P.M. - Opera House, 124 West Main, Springeld

www.centralkytheatre.com

SATURDAY, DEC. 1ST

CHRISTMAS CRAFTERS MARKET AND BAKERY
One of the best Christmas markets in Kentucky

NOV. 24th

10 A.M. 4 P.M., 101 West Main Street

Bring all your Christmas presents to be wrapped by The Caring Place volunteers Donations will benet The Caring Place

LINCOLN LEGACY MUSEUM IN 1816 COURTHOUSE

Learn where a sacred union between the Hanks and Lincolns changed the course of American history forever.

11 A.M. 3 P.M., 101 East Main Street HISTORIC HOLIDAY HOME TOUR
Sponsored by Washington County Historical Society

1 P.M. 5 P.M.
Featuring live music at tour in Springeld Presbyterian Church

1-2 P.M. OLD FASHIONED CHRISTMAS SING-A-LONG

Other locations on tour: Cinnamon House Bed & Breakfast (circa 1902), The Roselands (circa 1875), The Stephen Cocke Browne House (circa 1821), The Litsey/Rudd House (circa 1794) $10 Donation for all!

Shopping locally preserves the character and vitality of the community, strengthens the local economy and makes Springeld a better place to live! Money spent local stays local! Local business owners have a vested interest in the community. They live, work and pay taxes here. They care deeply about the well-being of the local community, the vibrancy of downtown and the health of local schools. They hire your friends and neighbors! By supporting local business you help sustain our community. Locally owned businesses, retail stores and restaurants help to make our town unique. Support them! They support community arts and charitable causes! Shopping locally reduces energy consumption it is good for the environment! Local business owners are your friends and neighbors. They make buying decisions based on local taste and interests. IF THE 4,463 HOUSEHOLDS IN WASHINGTON COUNTY SPENT AN ADDITIONAL $1,000 LOCALLY, IT WOULD GENERATE $4,463,000 IN ADDITIONAL REVENUE! 68% STAYS IN LOCAL ECONOMY: $3,034,840.00! WOW!

Call 859-336-0048 or Email: springren2001@yahoo.com for information

HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSES

- Horseshoe Bend Winery Christmas Tidbits 2-4 P.M. 859-375-0296 www.horseshoebend-ky.com - 1851 Historic Maple Hill Manor B&B, Alpaca & Llama Farm and Fiber Farm Store, 1-9 P.M. 859-336-3075 www.MapleHillManor.com

SUNDAY, DEC . 2
LIONS-ROTARY RADIO AUCTION
Listen to WLSK 100.9 The Mike FM 1 P.M. 5 P.M.
For some great bargains-all proceeds benet community charities!

THE BEAUTIFUL MUSIC OF CHRISTMAS

Presented by Mid-Kentucky Chorus

3 P.M. AND 7 P.M.

St. Catharine Hall at St. Catharine College Adults $10 Seniors $8 Students/Children Free e Call 859 -336-9232 for more info 336 9232
www.seespringeldky.com Call 859 336 5412 ext. 2 for general information.

SANTA will parachute into the Springeld/ Lebanon Airport on SATURDAY, DEC. 1ST!
Come see Santa & his elves land at 10 A.M. Visit them at the airport after landing!
(Parachuting is weather permitting- however Santa will be at the airport!)