Somerset —
A growing population of wild hogs has recently been making news in western Pulaski County while coyotes, a more widespread pest, continue to be a problem in many parts of the county.
Wayne Adams, who lives on Pitman Road off Ky. 192 along Pitman Creek, is totally frustrated with the number of coyotes around his place. He believes one of his dogs has been killed by coyotes, and he killed a coyote Sunday night attacking his other dog.
“I’ve got a night light outside and we feed our dogs out there,” said Adams. “Coyotes come into his yard all the time ... we see them.”
Adams said his little Blue Heeler, an Australian cattle dog, disappeared about a month ago and he is convinced coyotes killed him. His other dog, a mixed Blue Heeler and collie, was attacked by a coyote Sunday night shortly after dark.
“He pushed my dog up against the trailer,” said Adams. “I ran inside and got my gun, a 20-gauge shotgun, and killed it.”
“You’re not going to get me in trouble,” Adams reacted to a photograph of the coyote being published in the newspaper. He was not sure there is an open season on coyotes. Truth is, coyotes are not protected and can be killed anytime.
Adams raises cattle and “ ... we lost a calf ... it was eaten by something. I believe it was coyotes.” He said several of his neighbors have lost calves.
Coyotes are not natives of Pulaski County. The first coyote reported killed in Pulaski County was in the Plato community about 25-30 years ago. During the last 30 years coyotes have gradually spread throughout the eastern United States from an historic range in the plains and mountains of western North America. Except for the eastern mountains, the coyote is now common in all parts of Kentucky.
Coyotes will live in populated areas. Several years ago, before Hail Knob in western Somerset was more fully developed, a family of coyotes had a den in the wooded area at the top of the knob. The animals were often heard howling at night and observed around garbage cans. The coyote, also known as prairie wolf, is a close relative of the domestic dog
Although the bulk of their diet consists of small wild mammals, carrion, fruits, and vegetable matter, some coyotes will kill livestock if given the opportunity. Coyotes’ most common prey is lambs, calves, pigs and poultry.
Features
Related Photos
-
Wayne Adams shows the coyote he killed Sunday night in his yard on Pitman Road near Pitman Creek. Adams said the coyote was attacking his dog. Another of his dogs has been missing a month Photo by Sarah King
Howl About That
Coyotes joining wild hogs as nuisance in Pulaski County
- Features
-
-
Howling Success
-
Business booming for new liquor store
Five liquor licenses were approved for Somerset and the third store to open was this past week.
Called "First Stop,"the new package store it is located on the west side of U.S. 27 between lights 20 and 21, which is a little north of TSC Tractor Supply. The owner is Charlotte Perdisaris and the manager is Michael Scott.
Perdisaris has been working on getting the store ready for a number of months but was delayed by the shipment and installation of a large 10 x 20 foot walk-in cooler that lines the back of the shop. Otherwise, she thought they could have opened much earlier and, perhaps, have even been the first to open.With such a large cooler, they have a large supply of beer and wine in it to choose from. As to other spirits, they have a large variety of brands, especially high end brands such as Crown Royal and R&R. In addition, they have beer singles on ice. At this time, they are the only local liquor store selling beer in kegs.
First Stop is the last liquor store to open that is locally owned and operated. The remaining two licenses are to drug store retailers. -
Scenic new trails opened at Pulaski County Park
Despite a rainy last several days, outdoor enthusiasts couldn’t help but play in the mud a little this weekend in celebration of the grand opening of biking and hiking trails at Pulaski County Park.
“We’ve been working on this .. for about four years,” said Pulaski County Judge-executive Barty Bullock to a crowd of around 50 people gathered at the head of the new trail at the park. “ ... It’s been such a good project.
“We think it’s going to be a huge asset to this community,” added Bullock.
The essence of the trail has existed at Pulaski County Park for decades as an Eagle Scout Trail. The newest trails, are almost 9 miles long, with five of those miles dedicated to biking.
The trail is built to the standards of the International Mountain Biking Association, a worldwide network that brings together serious bicycle enthusiasts. -
Honey of a Tale
-
Spring Flowers Beautify Downtown Somerset
-
There are definitely eagles in Lake Cumberland area
-
Former General basketball standout Bryant to get key to city of Burnside
-
POISE & PERSEVERANCE LEAD TO MISS TEEN TITLE
-
Dog for diabetic child could be a lifesaver
-
Snakes alive .... in December!
- More Features Headlines
-
Jodi Arias: Death Penalty Would Cause More Pain
Looking for Love? Take the Prague Metro
Crews Race to Find Survivors of Okla. Twister
First Person: Baby Falcons on a New York Bridge
Oklahoma: Images of Devastation, Reunion
Reunited Dad, Son: 'We Just Praise God'
Slow Pokes: Acupuncture Helps Sick Turtles
Moore, Okla. City of Reunions, Tears After Storm
Former IRS Chief: Can't Say How List Happened
Gov. Fallin: Okla. Facing Horrific Disaster
Tim Cook Defends Apple's Tax Accounting
AP Photograher: 'It Was a Miracle' They Got Out
Raw: Crews Search for Survivors of Okla. Tornado
Raw: Tearful Reunion After Okla. Tornado
OKC Hospital Describes Treating Tornado Wounded
Obama Pledges Urgent Aid for Tornado Victims
Raw: Massive Funnel Clouds in Oklahoma
