Archive for December, 2009

Miller Transportation is hiring for the following positions:

School Bus Driver – Drivers for field trips, part time.  CDL is not required but preferred.  CDL training provided. CDL classes will be starting soon.

Motorcoach Driver - Drivers for over the road trips. Part-time and full-time positions available.  CDL is not required but preferred. CDL training provided.  CDL classes will be starting soon.

Mechanic-  School Bus And Motorcoach, must have two years experience with repairs on heavy truck, school bus or motorcoach. Work week is Monday thru Friday.  Applicants should have their own hand tools.

Interested persons should call Paul Stegall at 502-368-5644 for more information.

Applications can also be picked up at Miller Transportation located at 7917 Old Third Street Road

Paul Stegall

Convention Sales

Miller Trailways, Louisville, KY

502-368-5644 ext. 125

Cell: 502-643-5431

Fax: 502-368-5443

E-Mail: paul@millertransportation.com

URL: http://www.millertransportation.com

Most charities rely heavily on the goodwill of individual donors during the holiday season to fund their activities throughout the coming year. Last year, charity contributions totaled $307.65 billion: 75 percent of this total came from individuals, according to the Giving USA Foundation. BBB’s Wise Giving Alliance advises donors to research a charity prior to giving and provides five questions to ask when deciding where to contribute this holiday season.

1. Is this a charity I can trust?

Look at the appeal carefully; some charities’ names sound the same. Don’t be fooled by names that look impressive or that closely resemble the name of a well-known organization. Check with your appropriate state government authorities (this is usually a division of the state’s office of the attorney general) to verify the charity is registered to solicit in your state. . Also, visit the Web site of the BBB Wise Giving Alliance (www.bbb.org/charity) to find out whether a national charity meets the 20 BBB charity standards that address charity governance, finances, fund raising, donor privacy, and other accountability issues. For assistance with local charity appeals, contact the BBB serving your area (www.bbb.org).

2. How will the charity use my donation?

Ask questions about how your donation will be used. Beware of appeals that bring tears to your eyes but tell you little about what the charity is doing about the problem it describes so well. For example, if the charity says it’s helping the homeless, do they explain how (shelter, food, medical care) and where this is taking place?

Watch out for statements such as “all proceeds will go to the charity.” This can mean that only the money left after expenses, such as the cost of written materials and fund raising efforts, will go to the charity. These expenses can be high, so check carefully.

3. Is my donation tax deductible?

If you want to take a charitable deduction for federal income tax purposes, make sure the organization is tax exempt as a charity under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. A charity appeal will usually include reference to this. To verify a charity’s tax status, access an IRS database of organizations by viewing Publication 78 on the IRS website at www.irs.gov.

4. Can the charity actually use what I’m donating?

All charities welcome the receipt of monetary donations, but some also solicit in-kind donations such as clothing, food, and toys. If you’re planning to donate items to a worthy cause, make sure you know the in-kind contributions your charity prefers. For example, a food bank may prefer food items that are not perishable such as canned goods, and a toy drive may be seeking new and not used toys.

5. Am I feeling pressured to give?

Don’t succumb to pressure to give money on the spot, either immediately over the phone via credit card or by allowing a “runner” to pick up a contribution. Take the time to research the charity fully; the charity that needs your money today will welcome it just as much tomorrow.

For more advice on giving over the holidays and to view reports on charities visit www.bbb.org/charity or call 1-800-388-2222.

• US 31W: Lane closures and delays possible at Dixie Manor (mile point 12.1) due to traffic signal upgrades.

• US 31W (Dixie Highway): Watch for construction vehicles entering and exiting the roadway at the bridge over the Salt River (mile point 0.03) due to bridge repairs.  Construction activity is taking place underneath the bridge.

The holidays are traditionally a time of giving and opening one’s heart and home to those in need. Metro Animal Services (MAS) will handle more than 15,000 animals by the end of 2009 which means there are a lot of animals in need of new homes. MAS has over 150 animals available for adoption on a daily basis, the largest selection in one location. In order to encourage adoptions, MAS is offering reduced adoption fees for dogs and cats during the holiday season, now through Saturday, January 2, 2010.

“We have had a very busy year, especially relating to cats. Our goal is to adopt – 250 animals during the month of December,” said Jackie Gulbe, assistant director for community relations. “We have found that holiday adoptions are among the most successful because families have more time at home to begin bonding with their new pet.”

Metro Animal Services will offer a $50 discount off of the adoption fees for all dogs and puppies (fees normally range from $135 – $200) and a $25 discount for cats and kittens (fees normally range form ($85 – $125). All animals come with a full adoption package, which includes spaying or neutering, rabies vaccination and license, preventative vaccinations, deworming, heartworm or feline leukemia test, a microchip and $100 in coupons from Feeders Supply.

People interested in adopting can visit Metro Animal Services at 3705 Manslick Road, Barkstown Doggy Day Care, 962 Barret Avenue or PetSmart, 3580 S. Hurstbourne Pkwy.

MAS, Manslick Road Adoption Hours

Mondays and Saturdays — 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Tuesdays and Thursdays –10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Wednesdays and Fridays –10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Metro Animal Services has the largest number of animals for adoption at a single location and is the largest animal control agency in Kentucky.

Give a Dog a Bed for the Holidays!

Dogs waiting to be adopted or returned to their owner at Metro Animal Services need some new warm beds for the winter, and Metro Animal Services is asking animal lovers to help to get them.  Elevated beds keep the dogs dry and warm, which means the dogs are more comfortable and well-behaved.  Metro Animal Services is accepting donations to purchase 50 indestructible Kuranda beds, which can help keep many dogs comfortable during their stay at Metro Animal Services.

“We are constantly trying to improve the surroundings and accommodations for the animals at Metro Animal Services, and the Kuranda beds play a big part in that goal,” said Jackie Gulbe, director of community relations.  “We were very successful two years ago in securing over 100 beds, but given the number of animals who use them; it’s time for some replacements.  Plus with the new adoption center opening soon, we will need some there as well.”

The Metro Animal Service website explains two ways to donate.  Donors can purchase a bed directly through Kuranda that will be delivered to Metro Animal Services.

Those who are interested in making a donation may visit

the Metro Animal Services website at www.Louisvilleky.gov/AnimalServices

for instructions or they may call 574-5390.