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Kentucky Man\u2019s Halloween Display Shocks His Town<\/h3>\n

in poor taste<\/strong>: something that is offensive, inappropriate, or shows bad judgment<\/p>\n

The Halloween decorations on one street in Stanton, Kentucky shocked the whole neighborhood. While halloween displays with skeletons and ghosts are common in the US, this one was different. Outside Stephan Marcum\u2019s home, police found five fake bodies in trash bags. One had a rope around its neck with a sign that said \u201cDistrict Judge.\u201d The others were labeled with the names of local officials. <\/p>\n

For years, Marcum had problems with city officials about his home\u2019s water, sewer, and electrical services. His Halloween decorations were not only in poor taste<\/strong>. They were also illegal. Marcum was arrested for making terroristic threats. <\/p>\n

But not all Halloween displays lead to handcuffs. Across the country, some homeowners use their creativity to spread joy instead of fear. One of the most famous is Tom BetGeorge, whose light shows feature music, lasers, and even bursts of fire. <\/p>\n

Watch the videos below to see some of the most creative, and legal, Halloween decorations this year.<\/p>\n

Sample sentences<\/h5>\n

The comedian\u2019s joke about the school shooting was in poor taste<\/strong> and upset the audience.<\/p>\n

Making fun of someone\u2019s appearance is always in poor taste<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Some people thought the movie\u2019s ending was in poor taste<\/strong>, but others found it funny.<\/p>\n

Read More:<\/p>\n

Kentucky man whose Halloween display allegedly depicted bodies of local officials is accused of terroristic threats<\/a><\/p>\n

Home Has Incredible Fire And Lasers Display For Halloween And The HOA Can\u2019t Do A Thing About It<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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