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Storm preparations begin while state continues to battle COVID-19
The Refuge’s Summer Feeding Program is “in the bag”
As things begin to heat up this summer so will The Refuge’s activities for the community of Olney. Kristy and Rodney Nantz, along with other helpers, will continue the tradition of offering things to do in a safe environment, as well as making sure kids have two meals a day this summer.
Hamilton Hospital shares COVID Update
Olney Hamilton Hospital CEO Mike Huff and Board President Dale Lovett responded to the article published in the May 21 issue of Olney Enterprise that referenced an employee’s concerns about the hospital’s compliance and safety standards. Mr. Huff said they are unable to comment on personnel issues., but he did agree to provide a list of safety measures and guidelines that ensure the safety of all who enter the facilities.
The Casey-Terry House
This house was built in 1928 for Sam H. and Willie Lee (Johnson) Casey. Mr. Casey had become the postmaster of Olney back when it was an appointment from Washington, D.C. from the political party in the majority. Both of the Casey’s were from well-known early day families with Mr. Casey being born in Jean. Mr. Casey died in the early thirties and his widow lived in the house for several years. In 1944, Mrs. Casey sold the house to Roy Childress. Mrs. Casey needed a way to make a living so she partnered with her sister, also a widow, Xera (Johnson) Drum who was running a boarding house in the 600 block