Dec 20, 2025
Sophomore Brenley Adler scores her 1,000th varsity point
In a 60-42 win over Carmi-White County Saturday at Calloway County High School, Logan County Lady Cougar sophomore Brenley Adler scored her 1000th career point. As a bench player during her seventh grade year, she scored 172 points in 32 games (5.4 average). She has been a starter ever since and has averaged annual double figures. In the eighth grade, she scored 349 points in 30 games (11.6), Totals were almost identical last year with 355 points in 30 games (11.8). This year she has upped the scoring with 133 points in 8 games (16.6). She went into today’s game with 997 points in 99 games, After scoring 12 today, the total is 1,009 in 100 games, making her exactly a double-figure scorer with much more to come. She is the daughter of LCHS Athletic Director/Head Football Coach Todd Adler and Head Girls Basketball Coach Dedra Adler, both former LCHS athletes.
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Dec 19, 2025
Logan has connection in NCAA playoffs
The adage is “there’s always a Logan County Connection,” and that holds true in the NCAA College Football Playoffs that have started this weekend. When the University of Miami plays at Texas A&M Saturday, one of the All-Americans on The U’s team will be Keionte Scott, a second team All-American defensive back from San Diego. He is the nephew of Belinda Reed and her husband, former Logan County High School football player Scott Reed. He also was a semifinalist for the Jim Thorpe Award, which goes to the nation’s best defensive back. The game will air on ABC television, both the SEC and ACC networks and three ESPN channels at 11 a.m. Saturday. Miami beat Notre Dame before losing to Louisville early in the season and finished strong. A&M's only loss has been to Texas late in the season.
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Dec 19, 2025
Panthers playing in Apollo tourney
The Russellville Panthers are playing this weekend in the Apollo Boys Basketball Christmas Tournament in Owensboro. They are going against Ballard Memorial tonight. Saturday at 4:30 they will go against another group of Panthers, this one from Elizabethtown High School.
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Dec 19, 2025
Long battle with cancer ends for Jamie Dezarn
The long, courageous, public battle against cancer by Jamie Dezarn, 56, an agricultural business leader who has been in the prayers of countless Logan Countians, ended on Thursday, Dec. 18. He and his wife, Rhonda Dezarn, have courageously posted updates about his heath and his many trips for treatments in Houston. A public graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday in the Walnut Grove Cemetery. A celebration of life will immediately follow in the recreational building at Walnut Grove Baptist Church near their West Logan home.
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Dec 17, 2025
RHS' Wilson, Cenobio-Leonardo earn top band honors
A pair of Russellville High School Band members have received from the Kentucky Music educators Association (KMEA) what Director Tyler Cardwell calls the “highest individual KMEA honor.” Aliza Wilson is a member of the 2026 All-State Band and Juan Cenobio-Leonardo is First Alternate in Trombone and Honorable Mention in Trombone and Euphonium.
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Dec 16, 2025
Make it Dr. Amy Ross, PhD
The wife of Logan County Attorney Joe Ross is now officially Dr. Amy Ross. Her hooding ceremony was completed this weekend by her advisor during her three years at the University of Cincinnati, Dr. George Richardson. Her PhD is in Counselor Education and Supervision.
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Dec 16, 2025
RHS Culinary Facility center of attention today
The impressive new Culinary Facility at Russellville High School will be featured much of the day Tuesday. The Logan County Chamber of Commerce will hold a ribbon cutting for it at noon. From 4:30-6 p.m., a public open house will be held by the school. Then the Russellville Board of Education will hold its regular December meeting in the new facility rather than at the central office. The Panther Bands and Choir will also perform a concert in deGraffenried Auditorium at 7 p.m.
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Dec 16, 2025
RHS' new Culinary Facility to be featured Tuesday
The impressive new Culinary Facility at Russellville High School will be featured much of the day Tuesday. The Logan County Chamber of Commerce will hold a ribbon cutting for it at noon. From 4:30-6 p.m., a public open house will be held by the school. Then the Russellville Board of Education will hold its regular December meeting in the new facility rather than at the central office. The Panther Band will also perform a concert Tuesday evening.
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Dec 14, 2025
Dr. Audrey Wells performs in Christmas musical
Logan Eye Care Center’s Dr. Audrey Wells has performed this weekend in her first musical, A Christmas Carol, The Musical, as the Ghost of Christmas Future. Today is the final presentation at the Alhambra Theatre in Hopkinsville. Dr. Thad Wells says, “She may have the most Christmas spirit yet of our office crew. It was a fun production to watch and the whole cast did an amazing job!” The doctors, who are cousins, are shown front center in the accompanying picture.
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Dec 13, 2025
Auburn Christmas Parade, other activities canceled
From Auburn Tourism: “Unfortunately due to severe cold temperatures and the wind-chill getting as low as -10 degrees we have decided to cancel all events for Sunday.” That includes the Christmas Parade and public gatherings which were to follow it.
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Dec 12, 2025
Greenwood teams playing at Logan
Logan County's girls and boys teams are entertaining Greenwood tonight. If you can't get out to the gym, both games are being aired over WRUS.
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Dec 12, 2025
Deer School offered in 3 sessions
A new program is coming to Logan County, and surrounding counties. Logan County, in partnership with Monroe County Extension Service, is hosting the South Central Kentucky Deer School. This is a great opportunity for landowners, hunters, and conservationists to learn more about our deer populations and management. Registration is open now. Scan to register or call 270-726-6323.
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Dec 11, 2025
EPB customer ham giveaway in Russellville
Russellville Electric Plant Board in conjunction with TVA will distribute hams at no charge to Russellville members on Tuesday, Dec 16, from 9 a.m. until noon (or as long as supplies last) at Good Samaritan on East Fourth Street in Russellville. You must present a Russellville Electric Plant Board bill and an ID with a matching address to receive a ham. Good Samaritan officials add, “We will run this like we do all of our drive through distributions. Line up at the back of the parking lot on S. Caldwell Street. TVA has set the requirements as stated on the flyer! Be sure to follow the directions.”
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Dec 8, 2025
Grief comfort session offered at Walnut Grove
As the Christmas season approaches, the holidays can feel especially heavy for those who have lost someone they love. On Sunday, Dec. 14, Walnut Grove Baptist Church will host “Time of Reflection,” a quiet, compassionate gathering designed to honor the memory of your loved one while offering comfort, prayer, and hope to those who are still grieving. Church leaders say, “Join us as we pause together, remember together, and find strength together. We invite you to come, reflect, and receive encouragement as we enter the Christmas season.” The service will begin at 10 a.m. at the Parkway Campus.
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Dec 8, 2025
Rotary honors RHS' Aliza Wilson
The Russellville Rotary Club honored Students of the Semester from each high school in Logan County recently. These outstanding students were selected for their leadership, character, and commitment to excellence. The honoree from Russellville High School is Aliza Wilson, who is pictured with RHS Principal Drew Teel.
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Dec 7, 2025
Photos with Santa offered in Auburn
Photos with Santa will be available in downtown Auburn Saturday, Dec. 13, for a $5 donation to benefit Southern Paws and Lily’s Ranch from noon to 3 p.m. The location is Crystal & Craft at 102 East Main Street. Pictures can be taken with children or pets. Kittens will be available to pet or for adoption.
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Dec 7, 2025
deGraffenried Chorale Concert next Sunday
“Welcome Christmas Light” is the theme of the deGraffenried Chorale’s Christmas Concert. It will begin at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 14, at the United Methodist Temple on South Main Street in Russellville. Mary Beth Dowden is the director and Susan Fox the accompanist.
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Dec 7, 2025
Auburn Christmas Parade next Sunday
The Auburn Christmas Parade will begin at 3 p.m. next Sunday, Dec. 14. There will be prize money for overall, float, tractor, classic car, jeep and golf cart. After the parade, everyone is invited to the Auburn Fire Department for snacks and to visit with Santa and Rodney the Bucking Reindeer. Free ornaments will be provided by local businesses.
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Dec 7, 2025
Shelly Rogers' cookbook being sold for a cause today
Logan County's Shelly Rogers is at Greenwood Mall until 6 p.m. today sharing her cookbook for all Christmas shoppers! "Come visit her in The Market 270 store!" says Lugene Rogers. She was there all day Saturday, too. All proceeds from her book sales benefit DSSKY (Down Syndrome of Southern Kentucky).
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Dec 6, 2025
Make the Season Bright Tree Lighting at hospital Monday
The Medical Center at Russellville will present Make the Season Bright with a program and tree lighting Monday at 5:30 p.m. and cookies and cocoa at 6. “Make the Season Bright offers a simple and heartfelt way for you to reserve a tree light in honor or memory of someone special this holiday season,” hospital staff report.
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Dec 6, 2025
Festival of Lessons & Carols at Methodist Temple Sunday
The Russellville United Methodist Temple will celebrate the Advent season with choral, instrumental and handbell music in a Festival of Lessons & Carols. It begins at 2:30 p.m. Sunday at the church, which is located on South Main Street.
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Dec 6, 2025
Christmas Candlelight Service at Red River Sunday
After the Schochoh Christmas Parade Sunday afternoon, the annual Christmas Candlelight Service will be held at Red River Meeting House as it nears the end of its 225th anniversary observance. The service is scheduled to begin at 4 p.m. Historian Robert Operia will speak. Christmas music will be sung and played on zithers. Light refreshments will be served. For more information, call 270-539-6528.
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Dec 5, 2025
Lewisburg Community Live Nativity, meal offered Saturday
This year the Lewisburg Community Live Nativity is one night. It will start on Front Street Saturday from 5-8 p.m. This is a drive through event. Come prepare your heart for Christmas as you drive through and view scenes from the night of Jesus’ birth. There will be a sit-down meal served at Lewisburg Community Fellowship at 197 Second Street. Come by and get a bite to eat and fellowship before or after driving through the Live Nativity. The Lewisburg Community Choir will provide music for your enjoyment. This is a completely free event provided by Lewisburg Community Ministries.
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Dec 5, 2025
Lewisburg Christmas Market open Saturday
Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church will be the site Saturday from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. of the Lewisburg Christmas Market. Vendors will be set up selling baked goods, boutique clothing, home decor, crafts, and much more! Santa and Mrs. Claus will also be visiting! Planners Jessie Arnold and Kristin Johnson Celsor say, “Join us for a fun filled day of shopping and supporting local just in time for Christmas.” Other Christmas activities will be going on around Lewisburg all day.
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Dec 4, 2025
35th Schochoh Christmas Parade set Sunday
For the 35th straight first Sunday in December, Christmas and community spirit will roll down the road running through Schochoh in Southeast Logan County. The parade—which includes everything from youth groups to big farm implements—will begin at 2 p.m. No preregistration is required for parade participants. The theme is “35 Years of Christmas Magic in Schochoh.” Free barbecue will be available after the parade.
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Dec 3, 2025
Santa to be at the Chamber after parade
After the 6 p.m. Russellville Christmas Parade Friday, families can head over to the Logan County Chamber of Commerce, where Santa will be waiting to visit with them until 8 p.m. Kids can meet Santa, take a photo, and even hand him their Christmas letter. Santa will send a letter back in the mail just in time for Christmas!
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Dec 2, 2025
Christmas Toy Drive Concert offered Wednesday
A Christmas Toy Drive Concert will be presented Wednesday, Dec. 3, at deGraffenried Auditorium at Russellville High School, featuring NextGen Praise & Worship Team. Admission is a new, unwrapped toy. All proceeds go to Bro. Joe's Family Christmas/Agape House. Organizer Chris Penrod says, "Multiple businesses have donated gift cards to give away during the concert, and if you are a business perso, that wants to help in this way,, please contact me."
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Dec 1, 2025
Russellville Christmas Parade set Friday
The Logan County Chamber of Commerce will sponsor the Russellville Christmas Parade in downtown Russellville this Friday, Dec. 5. It begins at 6 p.m. All entries in the parade must be lighted.
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Dec 1, 2025
Registration begins for The Grinch at Public Library
The Friends of the Logan County Public Library have invited The Grinch to come celebrate the holidays with Logan Countians. Tickets are required but are free. Registration begins on the library website on Dec. 2 at 1 p.m. The program is designed for children ages 9 and younger and their families. Space is limited to 60 children for each of two showtimes on Tuesday, Dec. 9, at 5 and 6 p.m.
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Nov 30, 2025
Auburn Gingerbread House and Cookie Party Friday
Auburn Tourism will hold a party for decorating either a Gingerbread house or a Christmas Cookie Friday, Dec. 5, beginning at 5 p.m. in the Auburn City Council Room at 103 East Main Street. Hot chocolate and warm cider will be provided free. The lighting of the Christmas Tree will follow at 7 p.m. This is also sponsored by Liberty Baptist Church, New Friendship Baptist Church and Macedonia Baptist Church.
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Nov 30, 2025
Bloodmobile in Auburn Monday
An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held Monday from noon-4 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall of Macedonia Baptist Church, 290 Hill Street, Auburn.
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Nov 30, 2025
Hot Cocoa Crawl returning to Russellville
Shoppers are invited to purchase a Cocoa Crawl Cup at the Logan County Chamber of Commerce this week. Then those cups can be taken to participating businesses from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 5. At the businesses, shoppers can refill their cups and get other refreshments. Participants will also be entered for door prizes, discounts and more.
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Nov 30, 2025
Cookies with Santa at Libraries this week
Cookies with Santa! Join the Logan County Public Library staff for a magical holiday adventure as Santa himself stops by the library for a cozy Christmas Storytime! Enjoy festive tales, jingles, giggles, and a chance to say hello to the jolliest visitor of the season. Bring your holiday spirit and get ready for some merry fun! Dec. 3 at 10 a.m. Auburn Library; Dec. 5 at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. - Russellville Library
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Nov 24, 2025
RHS earns high ranking for school climate & safety
Russellville High School has been ranked in the Top 25 of all Kentucky high schools for School Climate & Safety. RHS ranked number third out of 50+ high schools in the entire Green River Region. Principal Drew Teel says: “This accomplishment is all due to our incredible students, dedicated staff, and the Panther pride that fills these halls every single day. Thank you for making RHS not just a school, but a home.”
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Nov 23, 2025
New Russellville painting and Christmas story available
From local artist Sonny Green: This is a painting I just finished of Courts Hall, which is located at the corner of Ninth & Main here in Russellville. This is also the painting for the new Christmas story by Algie Ray Smith. Algie Ray and I will be set up at Fifth Street Finds for the Christmas Open House this afternoon. I will have a limited amount of these prints available along with a few other Christmas story prints I've done in the past.
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Nov 21, 2025
Library Angel Tree gifts due by Dec. 8
Monday, Dec. 8, is the final day to bring Angel Tree presents to the Logan County Public Library. Families wanting to adopt a child for Christmas presents should choose a name off the tree at the library and turn in that ID plus the givers’ contact information before then. The library will be open Sunday afternoon during the Russellville Open Houses.
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Nov 20, 2025
Auburn Senior Citizens Thanksgiving Potluck offered
A potluck meal will be held for those looking for others to share a sit-down Thanksgiving meal with at Auburn Senior Center on Thanksgiving Day. Those attending are asked to bring a vegetable dish to share. Doors will open at 11 a.m. and the meal at noon.
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Nov 20, 2025
ECC Community Turkey Giveaway offered Saturday
For the fourth straight year, ECC Pressure Washing is leading an effort to give turkeys for Thanksgiving to families in need. Led by owner Marcel Edwards, some 250 turkeys will be available for pickup Saturday at the Sportsman Club at City-County Park in Russellville. Edwards says, “Every job I put back for this.” He also notes others have donated to this. The giveaway, which stipulates only one turkey per car, will start at 2 p.m. unless it is raining. If it is, the disbursement will begin at 3.
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Nov 19, 2025
Annual free Crittenden Drive Thanksgiving meal next Wednesday
As has been the case for decades, Crittenden Drive Church of Christ will team with Bethany Church of Christ to furnish free holiday meals next Wednesday on Thanksgiving Eve. Any individual who wants a sit-down meal can come at 5 p.m. and stay to visit. Those who want meals delivered should call 270-726-6583.
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Nov 19, 2025
Myla Porter named Opry Guest Announcer
WRUS air personality Myla Porter has received one of the biggest honors of her storied radio career. She has been named Guest Announcer for the Friday Night session of the legendary Grand Ole Opry, the nation's most famous radio show. Porter, who maintained her Russellville home even while she was a widely listened to morning drive personality in Bowling Green, does the afternoon drive show on WRUS now, but he and co-host Scooter Davis played country hits on The Beaver FM in Russellville and Bowling Green for decades. Station Manager Chris McGinnis says, "We encourage you to show your support by showing up and enjoying the show. Guests include T. Graham Brown, Henry Cho, Jackson Dean, Deana Carter, Vince Gill, Maoli, Connie Smith & The Whites!"
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Nov 19, 2025
Christmas Karaoke with Roy Kyle at library Friday
Logan County Public library will present Christmas Karaoke with Roy Kyle at 6 p.m. this Friday at the main library on Armory Drive in Russellville. There is no admission fee. There will be light refreshments, a door prize, and a prize for the Ugliest Christmas Sweater!
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Nov 18, 2025
Russellville Christmas Bazaar at Old Armory Sunday
Featuring all-handmade items, the Russellville Christmas Bazaar will be held this Sunday from noon-5 p.m. at the Old Armory/Russellville Recreation Center. Those with booths have committed to offering only items they have created themselves.
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Nov 18, 2025
Cast chosen for Auburn musical Frozen
Auburn School plans to present its first-ever musical production in the spring. Tryouts were held for roles in Frozen. The cast has been announced. See names and roles in the accompanying graphic.
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Nov 15, 2025
Evening of Gratitude in Adairville set Thursday
An Evening of Gratitude for the Adaiirville Community will begin this Thursday at 6 p.m. in the school cafeteria under the leadership of Big Fish. The evening will involve “a delicious meal, fellowship and the spirit of gratitude with friends and neighbors." Everyone is welcome.
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Nov 15, 2025
Deadline set to be listed on Christmas Lights Trail
Logan County Tourism will be presenting the 2025 Logan County Christmas Lights Trail. They are inviting individuals and local businesses to decorate their homes, windows & business fronts. Please submit your photos & addresses to us at the email address shown on the graphic. They will confirm receipt of your submission. All entries are due by Nov. 28, 2025 to be included. Winners will be announced on Dec. 12. Trail Address lists will be available the month of December on their Facebook Page and at The Logan County Tourism Visitor Center, 215 N Main St, Russellville, Ky. For more information call us at 270-726-1678.
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Nov 15, 2025
Library Christmas Open House offered
The Logan County Public Library is usually closed on Sunday afternoons, but not next week. “Join us for Holiday Fun Sunday, Nov. 23, from 1-5 p.m. at your library!” staff says. “Our 2025 Christmas Open House event will have fun craft projects, goodies, gifts, and more! Our Angel Tree will be available for those who want to help make a child’s Christmas wishes come true.”
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Nov 15, 2025
Cougars to return to Paducah in classic playoff clash
Following their drubbing of Elizabethtown 35-0 last night, the Logan County Cougars (10-2) will return to Paducah this Friday to play defending state 4A champion Tilghman (11-1). They played on the same field Oct. 3 with Coach Sean Thompson’s Blue Tornado winning 35-27, an 8-point margin. Tilghman’s other nine wins, including the playoffs, are by an average of 37 points per game. The next closest was 35-14 over Franklin-Simpson on Sept. 19, but last night Tilghman beat those same Wildcats by 35. Tilghman is rated fifth in the state by the KHSAA, making Coach Todd Adler’s seventh-rated Cougars just a three-point underdog this week.
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Nov 14, 2025
Cougars build commanding lead in playoff game
With 4:21 remaining in the second quarter, the Logan County Cougars had built a 35-0 lead and a running clock at Elizabethtown in the Region I semifinals of the Class 4A football playoffs tonight. Elijah Sells intercepted a Panther pass and returned it to the 15. After a 13-yard run by TySean Thomeczek, teammate Christian Helle bulled his way in from the two. Soon, freshman JB McTire intercepted another EHS pass and returned it 40 yards for a TD. Cooper Parker scored on a direct snap after Thomeczek had caught two Luke Rogers passes for 68 yards. Helle then scored on a 34-yard pass from Rogers. Parker recovered Caiden Kirby’s onside kick, leading to Thomeczek’s 1-yard run. Kirby connected on all five conversion kicks, running his streak to 30 in a row over the last five and a half games.
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Nov 13, 2025
Early Thanksgiving Meal offered at Extension Office
Concerned Citizens of Logan County will provide free Thanksgiving meals for those who want them on the Sunday evening before Thanksgiving. People can come to the Logan County Extension Office from 4-6 p.m. either for a sit-down meal or to pick up the food. Deliveries will also be available, but they must be arranged no later than the day before by calling 270-893-1189.
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Nov 8, 2025
Free soup and sandwich meals offered Sunday
Anyone in need of food is invited to come by the Concerned Citizens Center on East Fifth Street in Russellville for a dine-in or to-go meal of soup and sandwiches tomorrow (Sunday) from 4-7 p.m. Those who need transportation or want meals delivered can call 270-893-1189. The effort from a small group who distributed soup on a street corner last weekend is led by Brooke Cowan White. The executive director of Concerned Citizens is Dorris Vick.
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