Home Care In Fisherville, KY

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- It's not unheard of for firefighters to help moms deliver their babies. But rarely, if ever, does it actually happen at the fire station.

Anchorage Middletown Fire Sgt. Paul Edelen has helped with a dozen births over his career, but last week he made a special delivery at Station 36 off Taylorsville Road in Fisherville.

"That's definitely a new one," Edelen said, as he officially met newborn Lucas James Eaton on Wednesday at the firehouse where the baby was born.

Kristi Eaton said she had gone through labor eight times before, but on July 20 as she and her husband were rushing to the hospital, she knew they weren't going to make it. Baby Lucas was coming "fast and furious."

"Well, I was in the front seat, passenger seat of his little Kia Nero. And I was holding on to the handle with the door just for dear life because of the contractions and the pain and everything. But it was still happening. So fast. And I mean, I'm used to fast laborers, but this was ridiculous," Kristi said.

Security footage captured them pulling into the fire station lot about 4:30 a.m. Matt Eaton was looking for help, as his wife prepared for the imminent delivery.

"Called 911, and we're kind of like 'Hey, we're at this fire station, we're having a baby," Matt said.

The firefighters jumped out of bed from a dead sleep, and training kicked in immediately.

"I was like 'OK, we're doing this and we're doing this now. Let's go,'" Edelen said.

Firefighter Joseph Burkhardt was ready to help, as he went into action. "Usually we get knocked out for a run, you get time to gather yourself on the way. I was asleep two minutes before this."

Their quick response was a relief for the Eatons.

"It was just like this magical moment where like you're kind of freaking out a little bit and you're knocking on the door, and all of a sudden the doors just kind of start coming up and, you know, it's kind of like, in my mind, like a slow motion. Like these guys are just walking out like you know, just ready to take on the world," Matt said.

Kristi said she was glad to have Edelen take charge of the situation.

"I had a job to do. And that was to get this baby out. So I was completely just focused on just getting him out as fast as I could. The pain was a little overwhelming sometimes. You know? He just kind of takes over at that point. And that's just all I was focused on. At the moment, I, honestly everything else was kind of a blur of what was going on around me," she said.

Within in minutes after Edelen, Burkhardt and others got into place, Lucas was born.

"It was boom. There's Lucas ... It was a surreal even to see this and witness it and have it come to your front doorstep," Burkhardt said.

As for the now mom of nine, Kristi was relieved. "I'm just so thankful. So thankful. He's here, and he's safe, and I have all of these guys to thank for that."

The firefighters were equally happy to have taken part in Lucas's birth.

"A lot of times that we're called is during somebody's worst moments. Every once in a while. It's in somebody's best moments and what an honor that is," Edelen said.

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The shop, which will move locations this week, encourages people to help the environment and raise awareness about the bee population.

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Beekeeping isn't the most common hobby, but even one beekeeper can make a big difference to the environment.

For those looking to get started, Kentuckiana actually has a great resource for would-be bee experts.

HoneyBear Farms, and store the Honey Depot, are tucked away on Taylorsville Road just outside of Fisherville in Louisville. This month though, they'll move to a new location a few miles down the road.

"A lot of people don't know we're here unless they pass us on Taylorsville Road, but we're right here,” operations manager Leah Twiddy said.

HoneyBear farms churns out sweet, simple, all-natural honey, and they couldn’t do it without bees.

"We have a great resource in that we have about 1400 hives,” Twiddy said of the farm's partner hives located across the state. “So we can provide all that great local honey.”

The shop makes and sells local honey, manages hives and saves swarms on request from community members who discover them.

They also host classes and twice-yearly bee schools, to teach people about the art and science of bee keeping.

“It's the local, every-day bee keeper that is saving the honey bee population,” Twiddy said.

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She said even small hives make a difference, because getting involved can push people to speak up for pollinators.

“It was decreasing, the honeybee population, but now it’s increasing because of local bee keeping so if people are interested it is saving the bees,” she said.

Soon though, the shop and school is moving from their current location on Taylorsville Road, where cars drive by almost constantly, closer into Fisherville due to a road expansion.

"We’re going to be off the beaten path, so if you need to find us, find us online,” Twiddy said.

She said they are trying to get the word out early, as they are set to move in mid-May.

Twiddy said the shop hopes to expand to another location closer to downtown Louisville as well. She said it’s a common misconception that you have to be in rural areas to keep bees.

HoneyBear farms also offers other classes on things like gardening and charcuterie.

They've been open about three years and are opening the new location on May 16. That week, visitors can take home a free fun-sized bottle of honey and coffee to taste.

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LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) - The scene is picturesque underneath an old but very active railroad trestle in the Fisherville area of Louisville, Kentucky.

"This is the old trestle for the Northern Suffolk Railway," explained author and historian David Domine.

Legends of the paranormal have turned this site into the center of fear and the home of a renowned creature.

Domine said, "The goat man of Pope Lick as he's known. They say he's part man, part goat maybe even part sheep."

Numerous urban legends exist about the creature's origins.

One tale Domine explained said, "The goat man arose as a tale of a local farmer back in the day. Tortured a herd of goats for Satan and signed a contract with him and forfeited his soul. In the process he was converted into this terrible creature that was sent to live under the trestle seeking revenge on people!"

Another popular legend Domine shared claims, "A circus train was crossing the trestle one day and it derailed and in one of the cars there was a kind of circus freak."

Whether it is a farmer who made a deal with the devil or a so-called circus freak seeking revenge, there is one thing everyone agrees on when sharing tales about The Goat Man, and that is what he looks like.

Domine slowly describes the beast, "The legs are muscular and covered with course dark hair. He's got the same dark hair on the parts of his body. His face is alabaster they say and he has horns as well."

The legends don't just stop at his gruesome features but also focus on the methods he employs to claim his victims. Narratives claim he also has powers to draw you to your death by either hypnosis or voice mimicry.

"The goat man supposedly is a very sly creature and he does all kinds of things to try and trick you into going up onto the trestle. He's been known to mimic the voice of children who are calling for help," stressed Domine.

Once you climb on the tracks, there's no way to escape death from an oncoming train.

Domine removed the smirk from his face and gets serious as he explained, "It's a very dangerous location. Many people think that this trestle is not used, but trains cross here every day."

There have been a number of deaths and accidents at the trestle since its construction all though signs tell thrill seekers to keep out!

Domine continued, "In the late 80's a movie was made by local film maker Rod Schildknecht. Other people have come out here and done documentaries. He's appeared on several national networks in documentaries and programs about strange creatures and hauntings across the United States."

The legend of the Kentucky Bigfoot is alive and strong today but Domine stressed about this creature, "Kentucky Sasquatch that's a whole other thing from the description from people who have seen him. It doesn't sound like the same thing at all. The strange accounts still pour in to this day."

Believe it or not, the Pope Lick Monster has his own Facebook page.

Do you have a Goat Man story or another paranormal story to share? Tell us about it by posting to WAVE 3 News Anchor Dawne Gee's Facebook page.

A WARNING TO ANY THRILL SEEKERS: There is an 8 foot (2.4m) fence with chains, bolts and keep out signs to keep EVERYONE off the trestle. Please do not break the law by climbing on the track or by going into the restricted area.

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Rob Ehrenborg of Fisherville, KY has announced his verbal commitment to remain in-state and swim at Louisville for the fall of 2022.

“I am humbled and excited to announce my commitment to swim for the University of Louisville. I would like to thank my family, coaches, and friends for all they have done to get me to this next chapter in my life. Go Cards.”

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Ehrenborg is extremely familiar with the Louisville program, as he already swims for Cardinal Aquatics, Louisville’s club team. Amy Albiero, the wife of Louisville head coach Arthur Albiero, is the head coach of the club, while her husband volunteers with the program as an assistant coach. In addition, many of Louisville’s collegiate and pro swimmers represent Cardinal Aquatics at USA Swimming competitions, including Kelsi Dahlia, Nick Albiero, Mallory Comerford, and Zach Harting.

Ehrenborg is a sprint freestyle specialist, who could develop into a major pick-up for the Cardinal. In the 50 freestyle, his best time of 20.62 would have ranked 9th on the roster last season, with a full year left to improve his time before arriving on campus. In addition, his time in the 100 freestyle also ranked Ehrenborg in the top-10 on Louisville’s roster last season. Although he does not have a clear third event, Ehrenborg is also strong in the 100 breaststroke, where he holds a USA Swimming Futures cut.

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At the 2021 ACC Championships, the Louisville men claimed the team title with a total of 1181 points, narrowly defeating NC State (1179 points). In order to qualify for finals and score in the 50 freestyle and 100 freestyle, swimmers had to swim times of 19.87 and 43.81, respectively.

With his commitment, Ehrenborg is set to join backstroke/IM specialist Guy Brooks and backstroker Charlie Crush in Louisville’s class of 2026. All three join a rising Louisville group and will be the first recruiting class to commit to the school since the team won its first ever NCAA relay title in March. At that Championships, Louisville also had its highest finish ever, coming in 5th.

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From a Brescia Athletics press release:

Excitement is in the air with the Brescia women’s soccer team announcing its members of the 2020 recruiting class. The class, featuring transfers and incoming freshmen, look to help bolster the roster with their talents and energy. Hailing from Kentucky, Indiana, California, and Mexico, the Bearcats look forward to opening the season with their new teammates.

“Forthe 2020 recruiting class we’ve complied ranges of players of various experiences and a massive love for the game,” coach Shaun Soderling said. “Back in March when we started, I got ahold of the current signings to get to know them more and welcome them to the team.”

Alexandra Harshfield – M – Holy Cross High School – Fisherville, Ky.The All-State team member from Holy Cross makes her way to Brescia University. The former Derby City Rossoneri player made a great first impression on a call with coach Soderling.

Soderling: “Alexandra checked all the boxes in what we look for in a Brescia women’s soccer player. We’re excited to see her grow as a player and a person as a member of our team.”

Alexis McAnally – D – Holy Cross High School – Louisville, Ky.Another Holy Cross standout made the choice to continue her playing career at Brescia University.

Soderling: “The moment I met Alexis, her energy was infectious and what we were looking for on the recruiting trail. I’m excited to have her as a part of our program.”

Autumn Rogers – F – Breckinridge County High School – Breckinridge, Ky.The Breckinridge County High School Coaches’ Player of the Year and Offensive MVP is ready to make a mark at Brescia University.

Soderling: “Autumn has a passion for the game and uses that in her play. She can play out wide getting up and down the field, creating, risk-taking, and all of the ways you want an outside wing to be a threat.”

Daisy Valencia – F – San Joaquin Delta College (NJCAA) – Manteca, Calif.Junior transfer Daisy Valencia comes to Brescia University via San Joaquin Delta College where her team recently won the Big 8 conference championship in 2019 qualifying for a trip to the final 4.

Soderling: “Daisy will be an incredible addition to our roster after two years playing at a great program with a great coach Adrienne Sorenson. She is known to make a big impact with her team on and off the field. Competing in 39 games for the D-Squad, Daisy will bring plenty of championship experience to Brescia women’s soccer.”

Elizabeth Galicia Cruz – D – Arkansas State University (NCAA D1) – Puebla, MexicoElizabeth Galicia Cruz is a transfer coming to Brescia University from Puebla, Mexico where she featured for Noria FC.

Soderling: “Elizabeth will have a massive impact on us attacking wise and she’s an outside back who can get forward flying up the flanks and create opportunities for her teammates and herself. A big piece to how we want to play is getting numbers forward and Elizabeth will provide that for us from the back.”

Marta Hughes – M – Russellville High School – Russellville, Ky.The Russellville native has Coach Soderling excited about her high athletic abilities coming to Brescia women’s soccer.

Soderling: “Marta is a multi-sport athlete who’s found success in soccer by using her skills developed in other sports. Her speed and strength will allow her to be a great asset to our program over the next four years.”

Taylor Howard – D – Mclean County High School – Greenville, Ky.Taylor Howard comes to Brescia Women’s Soccer with a strong soccer background and ready to get started.

Soderling: “Taylor’s a strong defender who’s high school team is built on toughness in the back. Mentally she can handle whatever the play may bring and goes 100% in helping protect her team’s area.”

Taylor Neukam – M – Northeast Dubois High School – Dubois, Ind.A three-time team MVP and Golden Boot winner for the Jeeps, Taylor Neukam looks to add her offensive talents to the Brescia women’s soccer team.

Soderling: “Taylor has a knack for scoring goals when her team needs her to and has the ability to bounce back when facing adversity. I’m excited to add Taylor to the team and looking forward to seeing her progression going forward.”