Executive Director of the Mountain Arts Center announced his retirement yesterday. He was a founding member of the Kentucky Opera, as well as having been employed at the Arts center for more than 18 years. Caudill mentioned he wanted to be conveniently accessible to aid his son in the advancement of his album “Tree of Life” he said the time was just perfect for a easy transition. Mayor Stapleton commented in noting the importance of the Mountain Arts Center and what it does for our community and that his presence will be deeply missed.