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Dear Editor, I am writing with regard to the letter to the editor written on Oct. 2, by Mr. Cecil Arnold. I am also a longtime citizen of Garrard County and very concerned with what happens in Garrard County. I am a small business owner in the timber and wood industry. Mr. Napier has never neglected to respond to the needs and interests of the small business owners of Garrard County. His involvement with local businesses distinctly displays his concern for this county.

A recent letter was highly critical of Rep. Lonnie Napier’s bill to require drug testing for anyone seeking public assistance. The writer also was insulting to all Republicans for implying lack of compassion for the poor. I see nothing wrong with requiring those seeking public assistance to undergo drug testing. I fail to understand how this would cause innocent little children to suffer and cause undue shameful indignity to senior citizens. What is wrong with asking those who seek assistance to show proof of need and not allowing them to spend the money on illegal substances?

FRANKFORT - State Rep. Lonnie Napier, R-Lancaster, has earned the distinction of being named "Orator of the Year" for a second time due to his impassioned speeches to his Frankfort colleagues, according to the Legislative Research Commission. The award recognizes Napier's reputation as a fierce defender of rural Kentuckians and their needs against larger powers and interests. "Rep. Napier has worked tirelessly to protect Kentucky's farmers, teachers, and folks from every walk of life and has endeavored to influence the legislative process so as to improve the quality of life for every Kentuckian," the resolution reads in part.

Dear Editor, State Rep. Lonnie Napier, a Republican candidate for state treasurer, is the epitome of the type of person who should hold that position. Looking back over his many years as a state legislator, Rep. Napier has an exemplary reputation. His honesty and integrity are beyond reproach; and he cares deeply for the people he represents. Rep. Napier is not a stranger to hard work, as is obvious in his tireless perserverance to the causes in which he believes. What more could anyone ask for in selecting the person who will serve as treasurer of the state of Kentucky?

LANCASTER - Two Lancaster Republicans are battling for their party's nomination in the May 22 primary, and the winner will face off against Democrat Bradley Bud Montgomery in November to determine who will become the next 36th District state representative. Rep. Lonnie Napier, R-Lancaster, has served Garrard County as well as part of Madison County for 27 years and is retiring at the end of his term.   Nathan Mick Nathan Mick, 35, is a familiar face in Garrard County as director of economic development.  He also is married to Maggie Mick, who is finishing a term on Lancaster City Council and will not run for re-election.

Dear Editor, I have known state Rep. Lonnie Napier, a Republican candidate for state treasurer from Garrard County, for many years. I cannot imagine anyone that I would rather have to carry out the duties of state treasurer. He has served for over two decades in the state House of Representatives, while managing a highly successful business in his hometown of Lancaster. Rep. Napier is a first class businessman, as well as a public servant of the highest caliber. His election as treasurer of the state of Kentucky will certainly be a plus for all the residents of the commonwealth!

LANCASTER - State Rep. Lonnie Napier, R-Lancaster, will make an announcement at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Garrard County Courthouse regarding whether he will run for governor. The preview to the announcement was published on the Kentucky Republican Voice, a "grassroots information" Web site. Napier callled it "an exciting decision regarding my political future. " When asked by phone if it's safe to assume he will enter the governor's race, Napier laughed. "I've had about all the news media to call me, trying to get me to say," Napier said.

Rep. Lonnie Napier made his appearance at the Garrard County Courthouse as planned Saturday, with family, friends and many supporters there for his big announcement. But Napier did not say what many expected to hear. Instead of announcing his campaign for governor, Napier surprised many by saying he is seeking the office of treasurer. "I've been thinking about that or governor either one," Napier said. Napier said he was truly pleased to see so many supporters from several counties represented at the courthouse on Saturday.

Mr. Daniel Napier of Stanford, Kentucky, has been selected as "Employee of the Month" for October 2005, at the Northpoint Training Center. This medium security state prison is located in northern Boyle County. Mr. Napier began his employment at Northpoint Training Center in February 2004. Mr. Napier was selected as "Employee of the Month" based on his outstanding job performance. He will receive a letter of commendation and will be assigned a reserved parking space for the month.

LANCASTER - Secretary of State Trey Grayson said Tuesday he is "definitely running" for governor if he is able to find a good running mate and develop a strong organization. "I just haven't announced it formally, and right now I'm focused on running at the top of the ticket," Grayson said. Those remarks came in response to questions about Grayson's recent discussion with State Rep. Lonnie Napier, R-Lancaster, regarding their respective intentions. Grayson, a rising star in the Kentucky Republican Party, said, "I realize that every day I don't file is another campaigning day lost, but I'm not going to run if I don't feel like I have a good running mate or a good organizational structure in place.

The following people were booked into the Jessamine County Detention Center on June 12, 2013, according to jail records: • Ryan J. Napier, 20, charged with instructional permit violations, failure to maintain required insurance, and fourth-degree assault • Casey L. Thornberry, 32, charged with contempt of court/libel/slander/resistance to order • Roger D. Bowlin, 24, charged with leaving the scene of an accident, operating on...

FRANKFORT - The Kentucky Court of Appeals on Friday upheld the manslaughter conviction of Jason Napier in the 2009 beating death of a 4-year-old Lincoln County boy. Napier was convicted of second-degree manslaughter in 2011 by a Lincoln Circuit Court jury in the death of Nathaniel Knox and was sentenced to 15 years in prison. Nathaniel died of blunt force trauma to his head. Nathaniel's mother, Jessica Noble, plead guilty in her son's death and also received a 15-year prison sentence.

FRANKFORT - Lawyers for Jason Napier, who was convicted of manslaughter  in Lincoln Circuit Court, in 2011, are hoping the mention of a polygraph test during the trial will give their client another day in court. Louisville attorney Steve Romines said Friday that arguments were made in the state Court of Appeals that Napier should get another trial because Judge David Tapp did not declare a mistrial after witness Jessica Noble told jurors she had passed a lie-detector test concerning matters related to her four-year-old son, Nathaniel Knox, who was beaten to death in 2009.

LANCASTER - Lancaster City Council held a meeting of a different sort Monday night, one that honored individuals who had been significant to the city. State Rep. Lonnie Napier, the late Jimmy Crutchfield, and the late Billy C. Moss were honored by the council during what is expected to be its final meeting of the year, because of their importance to the city during their respective times of service. “Their involvement has gotten us where we are today,” Councilman Chris Davis said, adding it was an honor to be able to recognize the three.

Everett R. Casey, 92, of  Lancaster, died Monday, Nov. 26 at Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center in Danville, Ky.  Born Wednesday, Dec. 3, 1919, in Madison County, Everett was a son of the late Herbert and Farrie May Prewitt Casey. He was a World War II Army veteran and a member of  the D.A.V.  and Mt. Hebron Baptist Church in Lancaster.  Survivors include his wife of 65 years, Ruby Sebastian Casey; a daughter, Marsha  (G.H.) Miller; two grandchildren, Amy Miller and Lee Ann (Stephen)

CAMP DICK - State Commissioner of Agriculture James Comer and Rep. Lonnie Napier made a special visit Saturday to the Marksbury Farm Market's 12,000-square-foot meat processing and distribution facility on U.S. 27. Comer and Napier, who described themselves as long-time friends, said they wanted to learn more about the locally-owned business that opened in August 2010. “I wanted to visit one of the most successful agricultural businesses in the state during my visit to Garrard County,” Comer said.

Cindy Lee Potter Mullins, 50, of Preachersville, died Aug 1.   Born June 18, 1962, she was the daughter of the late Noel and Dorothy Releford Potter. She attended the Mitchellsburg Church of God.             Survivors include her husband, Mike Mullins; one son, Michael J. (Morgan) Mullins; three daughters: Rhonda (Randy) Cornett, Jennifer (Daniel)  Napier and Ashley (Daniel) Callahan; three brothers, two sisters, one half brother; eight grandchildren; two great grandchildren; three step  grandchildren and a special sister-in-law.

Elgie Napier Jones, 89, of Stanford, died Monday, July 30 at her home.   She was born February 2, 1923 in Lincoln County to the late Henderson "Doc" and Bertie Horton Padgett.  She was the widow of Darrell Napier and Herman Jones.  She was a retired nurse, a member of the 1st Church of God, Stanford, and was a member of the Waynesburg Lodge Order of the Eastern Star. Survivors include her children, Paul (Wanda) Napier, Virda (Dormon) Hendry, Bill (Tiffany) Napier, Marilyn Floyd and Gary (Kathy)

As you may be aware, after 28 years in the legislature I¿made a decision not to seek re-election. When I look back over my career in the General Assembly, I am proud of the amount of progress we made on many issues important to Kentucky. However, much work remains, and that is why it is important the people of Garrard and Madison counties send an experienced and skilled individual to Frankfort to continue the heavy-lifting that still needs to be done. To that end, I have whole-heartedly endorsed Republican candidate Nathan Mick for state representative for the 36th District.

LANCASTER - Two Lancaster Republicans are battling for their party's nomination in the May 22 primary, and the winner will face off against Democrat Bradley Bud Montgomery in November to determine who will become the next 36th District state representative. Rep. Lonnie Napier, R-Lancaster, has served Garrard County as well as part of Madison County for 27 years and is retiring at the end of his term.   Nathan Mick Nathan Mick, 35, is a familiar face in Garrard County as director of economic development.  He also is married to Maggie Mick, who is finishing a term on Lancaster City Council and will not run for re-election.