APOLOGY TO kENTUCKY FROM mAYOR gEORGE dEAN
"As mayor of the Town of Pound, I was quoted as saying a new police cruiser would be purchased using traffic fines paid mostly by Kentucky. Traffic fines are a form of revenue, but I wrongly singled out Kentucky as a targeted contributor. I do apologize to the State of Kentucky, especially the residents of Eastern Kentucky. Please know that in traffic enforcement, Pound’s Police Department does not single out Kentucky drivers or drivers from any state. With that, I apologize to the Pound Police Department for even hinting to the public that they have this mode of operation. I say to them, I know your job is public safety and security – nothing more, nothing less, and you prove that every day with your impartiality to all those you serve. I apologize to all the business owners in the Pound and earnestly hope that I have not done irreparable damage to any of you. We want everyone to visit and shop in the Pound. Finally, I apologize to all the residents of Pound as I not only said something offensive that put the whole town in a bad light, but I said it while chairing the Town Council meeting. I am sorry."
-George Dean
Mayor, Town of Pound
-George Dean
Mayor, Town of Pound
NOTICEs
The Town of Pound Planning Commission is seeking a replacement for the vacant seat left by Planning Commission member, Ms. Teresa Fleming. Please direct all inquiries to Mr. Terry Short, Planning Commission Secretary by email to councilman.twshort@verizon.net.
We would also like to thank Ms. Fleming for her service as a member of the Planning Commission.
We would also like to thank Ms. Fleming for her service as a member of the Planning Commission.
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- Town of Pound Regular Council Meetings will take place the third Tuesday of the month at 6:00 PM for July 2016 through June 2017 at Pound Town Hall.
- Town of Pound Regular Planning Commission Meetings will take place the fourth Monday of the month at 6:00 PM August 2016 through June 2017 at Pound Town Hall
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SEEKING COMMITTEE MEMBERS
The Town of Pound is considering revamping, re-organizing, and streamlining our Committees to aid with developing and expediting each committees specific goals and objectives. At this time we are looking at two committees. One for events; such as, Christmas Parade, Heritage Days, etc. Second one is for Tourism/Parks and Recreation; such as, kayaking, trails, etc. We are looking for anyone wishing to Volunteer to help; as well as, be on an both or one of these committees. Interested parties should contact Terry Short by email at councilman.twshort@verizon.net or by clicking here for his Facebook.
Information you may not know
Mountain Empire Older Citizens uses Pound Town Hall as a satellite for their facility for quilting, games, and other activities for seniors. Transporation is provided by calling 276-523-4202.
Actor Tommy Lee Jones was arrested in this sleepy country town for intoxication and disorderly conduct. Jones was in the area filming the Michael Apted film Coal Miner's Daughter. The movie starred Sissy Spacek and was filmed in around Wise County and neighboring Letcher County, KY. Jones was allowed to cool off and returned to filming the movie but giving law enforcement officials a handful during his incarceration.
Actor Tommy Lee Jones was arrested in this sleepy country town for intoxication and disorderly conduct. Jones was in the area filming the Michael Apted film Coal Miner's Daughter. The movie starred Sissy Spacek and was filmed in around Wise County and neighboring Letcher County, KY. Jones was allowed to cool off and returned to filming the movie but giving law enforcement officials a handful during his incarceration.
Some Notable Residents
Glen Roberts (1912–1980) was a basketball star who played for Emory & Henry College, Emory, VA and held the national college scoring record from 1935-1949. He averaged 19 plus points per game in an era when game scores only averaged 30 to 35 points per game. Roberts was an All-American with his scoring featured in Ripley's "Believe It Or Not." His prolific scoring was in great part attributable to his being the first known basketball player to use a "jump shot." He played professional ball for Firestone of the "National Basketball League."
Former U-2 pilot Francis Gary Powers and his family originated from Pound VA. Much of his family still resides in Pound. Born in neighboring Kentucky (due to proximity of hospitals) Francis Gary's early years were spent living in Pound VA. His family moved for the sake of employment, to Michigan and then finally back to Grundy, VA.
Napoleon Hill (1883–1970), the American personal-success author of 'Think And Grow Rich' was born and grew up on the Pound River in Wise County, Virginia near the town of Pound.
Edith Maxwell (1914-1979), a 21-year-old schoolteacher, became an overnight celebrity – for patricide she may or may not have committed. Seventy years later people still dispute whether Edith was guilty.
Former U-2 pilot Francis Gary Powers and his family originated from Pound VA. Much of his family still resides in Pound. Born in neighboring Kentucky (due to proximity of hospitals) Francis Gary's early years were spent living in Pound VA. His family moved for the sake of employment, to Michigan and then finally back to Grundy, VA.
Napoleon Hill (1883–1970), the American personal-success author of 'Think And Grow Rich' was born and grew up on the Pound River in Wise County, Virginia near the town of Pound.
Edith Maxwell (1914-1979), a 21-year-old schoolteacher, became an overnight celebrity – for patricide she may or may not have committed. Seventy years later people still dispute whether Edith was guilty.
