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Two charged following theft of explosives from construction site

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Two people are in custody after an investigation into stolen explosives from a Louisville construction site.

The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Western District of Kentucky says James Culver and Lasierra Chesher, both of Louisville, were charged by complaint Friday with stealing explosive material, possession of explosive material by a prohibited person, and possession of a firearm by a prohibited person.

According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office, Culver and Chesher allegedly stole approximately 438 pounds of explosives from a construction site off of Old Bardstown Road. Culver allegedly broke the locks securing the explosives and the two transported the explosives to another person’s residence before returning home, where they were later found with a box of blasting caps. Following a tip to law enforcement, agents with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives and the Louisville Metro Police Department approached the two, at which time Culver attempted to flee. After being apprehended, Culver admitted to his involvement in the theft.

After executing a search warrant at Culver and Chesher’s residence, the ATF recovered a .22 caliber rifle along with various caliber ammunition. They also recovered a shockwave exploding target, multiple explosive labels, and instructional materials. Culver was found to be prohibited from possessing a firearm due to a previous felony conviction.

The U.S. Attorney’s Office says Culver faces up to 35 years in prison and Chesher faces up to 20 years in prison if convicted on all charges. The ATF and LMPD’s investigation is ongoing.

Breckinridge County site included in KPDI funding

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Breckinridge County is among the counties included in the latest round of funding from the Kentucky Product Development Initiative.

According to a release from the Kentucky Governor’s Office, 16 projects across 18 counties were approved for a combined $12.4 million to support speed-to-market and site development initiatives.

“We need to make sure that we can run the natural gas line, the water, the sewer, make sure it has power, maybe we do grading, maybe we run the access road, but the idea was that we could look at a company and say ‘We’re not shovel ready, we’re build ready. You choose us at this site and we’ll have you open six months faster than anywhere else in the country.,’” said Governor Andy Beshear during Thursday’s Team Kentucky Update. Kentucky continues to be a leader in site and building development initiatives, laying the groundwork for continued economic momentum and further job opportunities.”

The Governor’s Office says the KPDI “provides funding for local communities to boost investment in site and building upgrades to support future, well-paying jobs and economic growth across the commonwealth.”

Breckinridge County United Inc., through the Breckinridge County Fiscal Court, was approved for $318,237 in state funding for the acquisition of infrastructure and road improvements on an 81-acre site currently owned by the organization.

Learn more about the funding program at kpdi.ky.gov.

Registration open for Stephen Foster Drama Association summer camps

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Registration is open for the Stephen Foster Drama Association’s Youth Performing Arts Academy.

The Drama Association will be hosting three distinct camps, each centered of a different theatre production, with participants learning core theatre skills including solo and ensemble singing, choreography, ensemble work, and more.

The first available session is the Annie Day Camp for grades 2nd through 8th, happening on July 10. Campers will get a backstage tour of the Drama Association’s production of Annie and will get the opportunity to learn the basics of vocals, choreography, acting, and designing props and playbills.

The second session is Dare to Dream Junior: A Disney Musical Revue Camp for grades 2nd through 12th happening July 20 through 26. Campers will participate in acting and vocal workshops, solo and ensemble singing, choreography, and ensemble work. The camp concludes with a public performance of the show on July 26.

The third session is the Winnie the Pooh KIDS Camp for grades 2nd through 8th, happening August 24 through 29. Campers will engage in similar lessons and workshops as the Dare to Dream session, ending with a public performance of Winnie the Pooh KIDS on August 29.

All sessions will be held at the J. Dan Talbott Amphitheatre in Bardstown. Visit www.stephenfoster.com/academy for more information and to register.

DEA hosting spring Take Back Day event for unwanted medications

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The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration encourages area residents to safely dispose of expired and unused prescription medications during their upcoming National Prescription Drug Take Back Day.

The DEA will join forces with local law enforcement agencies and community groups at nearly 4,200 locations nationwide during the 30th Take Back Day event, to be held Saturday, April 25, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

According to the DEA: “By getting rid of unnecessary medications in the home, families can help prevent prescription drug misuse and reduce the potential for accidental poisonings.” Now in its 16th year, the bi-annual Take Back Day events provide an easy and accessible way to dispose of medications, resulting in the removal of more than 20 million pounds of unwanted medications.

The DEA and law enforcement partners will collect tablets, capsules, patches, and other forms of prescription drugs. Liquid products like cough syrup should be securely sealed in their original container. Syringes, sharps, and illicit drugs will not be collected.

Find the nearest Take Back Day location to you, or find information on sites where you can take unwanted medications any time, by visiting www.deatakeback.com.

ATF seeks information on stolen explosives in Louisville

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The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives is seeking information on the theft of explosives from a Louisville construction site.

According to a release from the ATF Louisville Field Division, a reward of up to $10,000 is being offered for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for the theft of explosives from a storage facility at a construction site in the 9400 block of Old Bardstown Road.

The ATF says the incident is described as “a theft of explosives from an explosive magazine.” The incident occurred during the early morning hours of April 1 and the explosives were reported missing later that morning when workers discovered the explosives were missing.

Anyone with possible information is asked to contact the ATF Tipline at 1-888-ATF-TIPS (1-888-283-8477) or by texting ATFLOU to 63975. If you believe you have located the missing explosives, contact the ATF Louisville Field Office and do not attempt to move them.