Jun 22, 2018
Logan Christian Academy plans open house Sunday, July 1
Open House will be held at Logan Christian Academy Sunday, July 1, from 2-4 p.m.“The new school is located in the former Daymar College campus on the hill south of Wal-Mart. Those attending can tour the school, see the classrooms and meet the teachers.
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Jun 17, 2018
Morris Kisselbaugh seriously injured in bike wreck that took Hatchett's life
Although law enforcement officials have not yet released an official report on the wreck which took place Sunday morning which took the life of Coach Phillip Hatchett, The LoJo has heard from several sources that fellow cyclist Morris Lynn Kisselbaugh suffered a serious back injury in the crash involving a vehicle and multiple cyclists. Kisselbaugh is retired from law enforcement and from Logan Aluminum. Kisselbaugh ran unsuccessfully for the Democratic nomination for sheriff last month. He was an outstanding basketball player at Russellville High School from 1972-74. Both he and Coach Hatchett were coached by Mickey Meguiar. No word has been released on his condition at this time. A press release about Phillip Hatchett's coaching career from Western Kentucky University appears on The LoJo under Sports articles.
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Jun 13, 2018
Cougar Bradley Taylor named PBR state Player of the Year
For the second time in four seasons, a Logan County baseball has been named Kentucky’s Player of the Year. The 2018 POY is Bradley Taylor, who was chosen by Prep Baseball Report. The senior third baseman led the state in home runs and slugging percentage. Three years ago, Caleb Bruner was Kentucky’s Gatorade Player of the Year. Joining Taylor in winning statewide honors are Kaleb Bruner, Koby Wall and Braxton Meguiar. Watch The LoJo for details,
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Jun 12, 2018
Coles wins election coin flip
Retired insurance agent Boyce Coles will be the Democratic nominee for Fifth District magistrate in Logan County. He won a coin flip for the nomination Tuesday morning in the office of County Clerk Scottie Harper. He finished in a tie with Barry Perkins in the primary election in late May. He will be matched in the Nov. 6 General Election against Robert Earl Chyle, who won the Republican nomination by three votes over Ann Crawford.
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Jun 12, 2018
Farmers' Market Senior Vouchers now available
Farmers' Market Senior Vouchers are available, beginning today. People who meet age and income requirements can gets coupons for free fruits and vegetables to be used only at the Logan County Farmers' Market. The vouchers must be obtained at the Russellville Senior Center. The Farmers' Market will be open today and every Tuesday in June, July and August from noon-4 p.m. It is also open on Saturdays from 7:30 a.m. until noon.
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Jun 10, 2018
Benefit underway for Oscar Howard at Roy's Sunday
Cancer has struck the Morgan family of Roy's Bar-B-Q again. A benefit for Oscar Howard, husband of Roy's managing partner Kathy Morgan Howard, began at 4 p.m. today and is scheduled to last until 7 p.m. Food, music and conversation will all be involved. A pie giveaway is scheduled at the end, and bidding will be held on donated items. Clay Bilyeu will provide live music. Oscar Howard was recently diagnosed with Stage 4 stomach cancer and will begin chemotherapy this week. Cancer has claimed Roy's founding parents, Ralph and Jolene Morgan, along with two of their sons, Billy and Roger Morgan, and other family members have dealt with cancer.
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Jun 9, 2018
Gen. Buckner portrayer to visit Pastinders June 16
From David Guion: The Southern KY Pastfinders will meet Saturday, June 16 at 7 p.m. at the Logan County Public Library. Our guest this month will be Simon Bolivar Buckner, former Confederate General and past governor of Kentucky. He will be portrayed by Buckner historian Don Elmore from Somerset. Don will be sharing the life and times of this famous Kentuckian, and you don't want to miss it. The public is invited and the admission is free, so don't let history be a mystery, come learn with us.
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Jun 6, 2018
NCAA Freedom Fund Banquet set this Saturday
From William Woodard: The 40th annual NAACP Freedom Fund Banquet (FFB) is Saturday, June 9, at 6 p.m. in the Russellville City/County Park Sportsman Club. Our speaker is Rev. Jesse Varner, associate minister of Mt. Zion Baptist Church, Oakland.. We will award scholarships to Shailyn Milan and Ja'Jara Hunt from RHS. The menu features roast beef, country ham, green beans, macaroni and cheese, rolls, salad, a variety of deserts, tea and water. Tickets have been pre-sold, but are available at the door; adults are $20 and youth under 18 years are $10. The public is invited to hear our speaker's presentation and support scholarship recipients.
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Jun 5, 2018
First Tuesday Farmers Market of the 2018 season set today
The first Tuesday session of the Logan County Farmers' Market is scheduled this afternoon from noon to 4. The market is located at the UK Ag Complex behind the Logan County Extension Office. Shoppers will find squash, cucumbers, onions, spring peas, zuchinni, jams, breads, scones, soaps made from natural ingredients and more.
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Jun 4, 2018
Lex Lindsey to return as F-S Lady Cats basketball coach
Legendary Franklin-Simpson girls basketball coach Lex Lindsey will resume coaching the Lady Cats, Franklin's WFKN radio reported Monday afternoon. Before he resigned after the 2011 season, Lindsey was ultra-successful in Franklin. In all eight seasons he was the F-S girls coach, the Lady Cats won at least 20 games on the way to a 209-43 record. His teams won six district and three regional championships. His 2008 team reached the state finals, losing by a single point. His first coaching job was at Logan County High School where he helped Mike Haynes coach the Lady Cougars to two state quarterfinal berths.He spent one year coachin Allen County-Scottsville boys team one season.
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Jun 1, 2018
Logan County Farmers Market to open Saturday morning
The Logan County Farmers' Market will open its 2018 season Saturday morning from 7:30-noon at the UK Ag Complex behind the Extension Office. It will be open Saturday mornings and Tuesday afternoons (noon-4) in June, July and August. In September and August, Saturdays will be the only day. Roger 'Goober' Duncan, one of the market's longest-tenured vendors, is serving as president this year with help from his daughter, Tammy Duncan. Saturday's market will also be a craft day and vendors will offer their creations in addition to fruits and vegetables.
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May 31, 2018
SK Sluggers offering pork chop lunches in Friday fundraiser
The SK Sluggers 06 are offering a pork sandwich lunch Friday as a fundraiser for their travel team. Details are in the attached flier.
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May 30, 2018
Logan Middle softball tryouts set
Logan County High School announces the dates for Middle School Softball Tryouts on the LCHS softball field June 11-12.; All trying out must have a completed KHSAA Sports Physical with them at the day of tryouts. Physical forms can be found at any of the middle schools or in the front office of the high school. Any questions, please contact Coach Michael Crawford at 270-772-4037. Make up dates are June 18 and 19.
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May 29, 2018
Hot Rods offer pair of promotions
The Bowling Green Hot Rods are offering a pair of giveaway this weekend during home games at Bowling Green Ballpark. See the accompanying flier for details.
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May 28, 2018
Purples end Cougar season
Logan County pitching was no mystery to the Bowling Green Purples on Memorial Day. BGH hitters picked up nine runs on ten hits in a 9-0 win in the Fourth Region baseball tournament at WKU. Koby Wall, Dylan Penick & Riley Ferguson worked on the mound for the 13th District champs. BGH pitcher Ben Ginter allowed only four hits and a walk. Braxton Meguiar accounted for two of the hits with Third Bell & Kaleb Justice picking up the other two singles. Wall worked the lone walk off Ginter. Joe Howard doubled and tripled among his four hits for the Purples.
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May 28, 2018
Walk and error cause Lady Cougars' 1-0 regional loss
A beautifully pitched game by both teams came to an unhappy ending for the Logan County Lady Cougars in the regional softball tournament Monday. Logan’s Sydney Lee and Allen County-Scottsville’s Kris Anne Perdue went into the seventh inning pitching shutout ball. LCHS threatened in the top of the inning when Rosie Kerchenski doubled with two outs, but Perdue struck out Pressley Harris to send the game into the bottom of the final inning. Lee walked Jae McReynolds, who scored the game’s lone run on a sacrifice, a stolen base, and then a walk-off Lady Cougar error. Just as Logan caused itself to play a 23-win team by committing walks and errors in the district finals, miscues cost them the chance to advance in the regional, too. Lee pitched a two-hitter and lost. The only other Lady Cougar to reach second was KJ Page. She singled and moved up on Brea Croslin’s walk, but that was as far as she could get. Coach Mark Wood’s team finished 17-11.
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May 27, 2018
Lady Cougars to open region against AC-S at 11 Monday
The Logan County Lady Cougars (17-10) will open Fourth Region softball play Monday morning at 11 when Coach Mark Wood’s team goes against 15th District champion Allen County-Scottsville (23-10) at WKU. The teams have played twice this year with each winning once. Monday’s winner will meet the South Warren-Russell County survivor in Tuesday’s semifinals at 6 p.m. The championship game is scheduled Wednesday at 6:30.
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May 27, 2018
Regional baseball to feature 13th-14th district match-ups
The region’s top two baseball districts have drawn each other in the Fourth Region Tournament. 13th District champion Logan County (24-8) will play 14th District runner-up Bowling Green (18-11) at 6:15 p.m. at WKU’s Nick Denes Field. They split a pair of games during the regular season. 13th District runner-up Franklin-Simpson will face 14th District champ South Warren at 12:15 Monday. They both have 24-11 records and split their meetings in the last two weeks of the season. With a win, Logan would play Tuesday at 7 p.m., probably against Barren County. The championship game is scheduled at 6 p.m. Wednesday. Logan and Franklin met in last year’s finals.
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May 25, 2018
Seven Logan tracksters named Academic All State
From Athletic Director Greg Howard: Logan County High School is proud to announce Gage Cousineau, Monica Hines, Sawyer Hopkins, Evan Hughes, Meredith Johnson, John Hendricks, and Tanner Morrow have all earned KHSAA Academic All-State. In order to qualify they must have competed at the State Track and Field Meet and had a GPA of 3.75 or higher. Congratulations to these athletes for competing well at the state meet and also in the classroom at a high level.
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May 23, 2018
Cougars beat F-S for district title
In a game befitting the quality of the two premier baseball programs in the Fourth Region, Coach Ethan Meguiar's Logan County Cougars edged host Franklin-Simpson 3-2 for the 13th District championship Wednesday night. Last year's regional finalist teams, this was the third meeting of the year for the perennial powerhouses. They had split on the regular season. They have met seven times in the last two springs with Logan holding a 4-3 advantage. Sixteenth District champion Russell County joins them with region-leading win totals of 24.
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May 23, 2018
Ali Atkinson named Strawberry Festival Senior Miss
Ali Atkinson is the Adairville Strawberry Festival Senior Miss. Shown in the photo, from left, are 3rd place winner-Alyssa Gilliam, daughter of Kyle and Jennifer Gilliam; Miss Congeniality-Morgan Gafford, daughter of Adam and Lori Gafford; 1st place winner-Ali Atkinson, daughter of Chris and Dana Atkinson; and 2nd place winner-Autumn Taylor, daughter of Jeff and Melanie Manley..
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May 22, 2018
Winners named in Tuesday's primary elections
Winners in Logan County's primary elections were as follows: Neil Kerr, Stephen Stratton, Dickie Carter, Tyler Davenport, Jack Crossley, Dale Givens, Robert Earl Chyle, and a tie between Boyce Coles and Barry Perkins. Paul Walker took a big margin from Logan into a multi-county race. A story with vote totals will follow on The LoJo.
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May 22, 2018
WRUS plans continuous update of tonight's election results
From the WRUS Facebook page: Tonight we will provide updates from the historic Logan County Courthouse here on the WRUS Facebook page. Once the results are final, we will broadcast a recap the results in the air and on our stream. Watch here for updates throughout the evening. Remember, polls close at 6 and precincts then have to complete their work and bring the results to the courthouse, so there is no good way to predict timing of the results.
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May 22, 2018
Cougars and F-S to meet in both district finals tonight
From Logan County Athletic Director Greg Howard: Congratulations to LCHS softball and baseball teams on their district tournament wins last night in Franklin.Baseball defeated Russellville in 5 inning 10-0 and will face Franklin-Simpson in the 13th District Championship game tonight at 6 p.m.Softball defeated Russellville 6-4 to advance to the 13th District Championship also against Franklin-Simpson. That game is slated for first pitch at 5:30 p.m.Come out and support these fine teams and fill the stands as they both attempt to win district championships.
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May 22, 2018
Final auditions for Lion King set tonight at deGraffenried
The final tryouts for parts in the Russellville Arts Council Summer Youth Drama Camp’s presentation of The Lion King Jr. will be held tonight (Tuesday) at deGraffenried Auditorium from 6-8:30 p.m. The camp will be held June 25-29, Performances will be presented Friday, June 29, at 7 p.m. and Saturday at the same time with a matinee on Saturday at 3 p.m. Most of the cast will practice during camp although those with major roles will have a few earlier practices.
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May 20, 2018
Charlie Roney preaches final Russellville sermon
Some 35 years after he preached his first sermon as minister of Crittenden Drive Church of Christ, Charles Roney may have spoken from the church's pulpit for the last time Sunday. Roney became the congregation's preacher in March 1983. He served in that capacity for 18 years, more that twice as long as anyone else before or since. He also has helped lead Russellville Christian School, served on RHS' first Site Based Decision Making Council, helped lead the Russellville Band Boosters, served as a Crittenden Drive elder after his retirement, and was the first preacher in some 75 years to be elected president of Russellville Rotary Club. He and his wife, retired public school teacher Pat Roney, are moving to Colorado where their daughter and son-in-law, Diane and Tim Mester, have lived for several years. Roney filled in today for Scott Harp, the congregation's current minister who is recovering from knee surgery.
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May 20, 2018
Funeral set today for long-time banker Betty Lou Wright
Funeral services for one of Logan County's longest tenured bank employees will be held this afternoon. Betty Lou Williamson Wright, 71, worked for Citizens National Bank/First Southern National Bank in Russellville for 53 years, starting soon after her graduation from Russellville High School in 1964. For several years she had been Head Teller. She is survived by her husband, Doug Wright, children Scott Wright & Beth Kennedy and their spouses, sister Patsy Thomas, three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Services will be at Second Baptist Church with visitation beginning at 1 p.m. before the 3 p.m. funeral.
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May 19, 2018
Stevenson archers to celebrate season before going to Worlds
Stevenson Elementary Archery shooters just finished competing at Nationals in Louisville. Ater they have their Archery Banquet jn the RHS lobby on Thursday, May 31, at 6:30 p.m.,they will be traveling to the “Worlds” competition in June. Participants pictured are, front row, Tayshon Cross, Destiny Logan, Tori Holder, Carolina Gwynettte, Ethan Oneal; back row, Assistant Coach Todd Kerr, Sam Edge, Jayce Sparks, Grayson Beard, and Coach Jeramy Rust.
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May 18, 2018
RHS soccer parent meeting set
Russellville High School will have a soccer parent/player meeting on Wednesday, May 23, in the RHS lobby at 5 p.m. for all girls/boys interested in soccer this upcoming year, boys coach Jeramy Rust has announced.
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May 16, 2018
Logan softball & baseball schedules changed
From Logan County High School Athletic Director Greg Howard: The Lady Cougar softball game originally scheduled for this Friday has been moved to tomorrow, Thursday, May 17 with. Varsity/JV starting at 5:30 at South Warren... The baseball game with Warren East this Friday will now be played at LCHS. This is a varsity only game scheduled for a 5:30 p.m. first pitch.
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May 16, 2018
LCHS SBDM parent members chosen without vote needed
Logan County High School Principal Caycee Spears has announced that only two nominations were received for the two parental seats on the Site Based Decision Making Council for next year, they were elected by acclamation. They are Jimmy Kent Wilson & Amy Hinton.
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May 14, 2018
Chamber ribbon cutting for Logan CTC set Tuesday
Ribbon cutting for the Logan County Career & Technical Center will be conducted by the Logan Chamber Tuesday at 12:30 p.m. Guests wil be welcome beginning at noon. After the ribbon cutting the new buildingwill be open to visitors until 2:30 p.m. The LCTC is located at 2400 Bowling Green Road, in front of Logan County High School.
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May 13, 2018
Auburn Senior Center hosting Meet the Candidates Tuesday
From Mary Ann Henry: Meet the candidates for office in Logan County Tuesday at Auburn Senior Center from 4-6 p.m.. Each candidate will have the opportunity to share their plans/platform for the office for which they are a candidate. This is a non-partisan event. All who vote in Logan County are encouraged to attend.
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May 13, 2018
Antebellum area women subject of Pastfinders' program
The Southern Ky Pastfinders will meet Saturday, May 19, 7 p.m. at the Logan County Public Library. This month's program will be presented by Rebecca Brummett, Curator of Community Engagemet at South Union Shaker Village. Her program is entitled " Family conflict, the Women of Wessyngton". She will be exploring the lives of the women who lived in the great house at Wessyngton plantation in Robertson County, Tenn. during the antebellum period. These women have many ancestors living in our area today. The public is invited and admission is free.
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May 11, 2018
Logan golf scramble offered
The Logan County High School Golf Scramble will be held at Rolling Hills Golf Course on Saturday, June 2, beginning at 8:30 a.m. Prizes will be awarded to the top three teams and for the longest drive and closest to the pin. Breakfast will be provided. The entry fee is $200 per team. The entry deadline is May 26. Contact Coach Tate Hancock to register at 270-299-5812. Proceeds go to Cougar golf.
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May 10, 2018
Taylor Haley to sign with Campbellsville University archery
Standout Logan County archer Taylor Haley will sign to be a member of the Campbellsville University archery team Wednesday, May 16, at 3:30 p.m. at the Logan County Career and Technical Center, according to her parents, Todd and Amy Haley. She finished second in the state archery tournament last year.
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May 9, 2018
TSC to hold Market Day in Russellville Saturday
Homegrown and homemade items will be for sale in the parking lot of the Russellville Tractor Supply Center (TSC) this Saturday from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. TSC stores throughout a wide area are holding Market Day. Flowers and plants will be available along with homemade soaps, lotions, balms, etc. Also expect to find homemade foods and other creations. Sellers are welcome to set up, but this is neither a yard sale nor a franchised vendor sale. It's for items that have been grown or made by the seller. For more information, contact either Brittany or Leslie at TSC, which is located in the Logan Place shopping center across from Russellville High School.
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May 8, 2018
Logan teams win, advance record to 32-13
From Logan County Athletic Director Greg Howard: Congratulations to the baseball and softball teams on their wins last night. The Cougars and Lady Cougars now have a combined record of 32-13. District tournament meeting will take place tomorrow and I will send out the brackets and times after that organizational meeting. Last night; Softball (13-6) - Logan Co. 4-0 over Ohio County; Baseball (19-7) Logan Co. 5-3 over Hopkinsville.
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May 7, 2018
John Hendricks breaks Cougar track record
From Logan County track coach Greg Howard: Congratulations to LCHS Junior track runner John Hendricks. Last week John broke the school record in the 3200M run (2 mile). He ran a time of 10:02.91, breaking the old record of 10:05.80, set by Logan County great, Justin Groves. Groves set the record in 2002 at the Clarksville Kenwood Classic. Groves continued his historic running career at WKU. Congratulations to John on such a great accomplishment.
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May 6, 2018
Landon Stratton to punt for national finalist Georgia
Logan County High and Murray State graduate Landon Stratton announced Sunday that he will spend his graduate transfer year as a member of the Georgia Bulldogs of the SEC. Coach Kirby Smart's team was national runner-up to Alabama last season. Stratton, who punted steadily and sensationally for the Racers the last three years, had earlier committee to Houston Baptist, a mid-major team that doesn't have a history of winning. Now he will be part of one of the greatest programs in college football history. For a look at Stratton's football history, see a previous story on The LoJo at http://www.theloganjournal.com/Stories.aspx?Article=sports1087.
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May 5, 2018
R'ville full-day preschool info meeting set Tuesday
An informational meeting about Russellville's transition to full-day, five-day preschool will be held this Tuesday, May 8, at the Stevenson Elementary School Library, beginning at 5 p.m. Screenings are available until 7 p.m. For more information, contact Michele McCloughan at 270-726-8425 or email her at Michele McCloughan@russellville.kyschools.us.
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May 3, 2018
Small Business Reception set at Chamber office Friday
On Friday, May 4, as the Logan County Chamber of Commerce wraps up Small Business Week, a Small Business Reception will be held at the Chamber from 1-3 p.m. Those attending can meet other small business owners, Chamber members and the board. Chamber Executive Assistant Pandora Christian says, "All small businesses are invited to attend and participate in this week’s events."
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May 1, 2018
Area coaching legend John Tinsley to coach Cougars
John Tinsley, one of this area's most successful basketball coaches over the decades, will be introduced at a public ceremony Wednesday as the new head coach of the Logan County Cougars, Athletic Director Greg Howard has announced. He succeeds Lonnie Mason, who coached Logan the last six years. Tinsley has over 30 years coaching experience and has taken his teams to eight state tournaments. He has coached Glasgow, Russell County, Hancock County and Barren County to well over 300 victories. He also has been highly successful in travel ball and has coached a number of international teams. He scouts young players in Las Vegas and has worked for the NBA's Miami Heat. The introduction will be at LCHS at 2:30 p.m. and the public is welcome.
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May 1, 2018
Cougar Grand March offers place, time for prom photos
Cougar Grand March, sponsored by LC Baseball Boosters, will be held in the Logan County Main Gymnasium, Saturday, May 12, beginning at 4 p.m. It will give family, friends, and community members an opportunity to view and photograph prom attendees as they are announced and make their way to photography points, stopping momentarily on both sides of the gym. Cost is $2 per person—a ticket gate will be at the main entrance of the high school. Proceeds will benefit the baseball team, with hopes of making this an annual event. Seating on both sides of the gym will be on a first come basis. Please contact Kelli Penick with questions at 270-604-0987. If you are attending prom, you may participate for free. Text @cougarpro to 81010.
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Apr 30, 2018
Logan athletes named regional archers of year
Two more Logan County athletes have been honored by the Fourth Region Athletic Directors Associations. LCHS Athletic Director Greg Howard says, "Logan County High School is proud to announce that Rhonda Reeves and Michael Drake have been awarded the 4th Region AD awards in archery. Awesome recognition!"
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Apr 30, 2018
Cousineau to run for Berea
From Logan County High Athletic Director Greg Howard: Logan County High School is proud to announce Gage Cousineau will be signing to run cross country and track at Berea College. His signing will take place Wednesday, May 2, at 3:45 p.m. in the Logan County CTC. Everyone is invited to come be a part of another great event for an outstanding student-athlete.
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Apr 27, 2018
Trio of performances of Mary Poppins remain this weekend
From Melanie Manley: The remaining Middle School Musical Show Times are Friday Saturday at 2:30 and 6:30 and Sunday at 2:30 at Southern Heights Baptist Church.
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Apr 27, 2018
Resurfacing to begin on long stretches of Logan roads
Two Logan County roads will get major improvements, starting next week. They are: KY 107 – From KY 1293 to Wolf Lick Creek Bridge- Asphalt resurfacing will begin on this 3.83 mile section of Deer Lick Road.. KY 591 – From KY 96 to West Taylor Avenue - Asphalt resurfacing will begin on this 4.85 mile section of Schley Road into Adairville. Motorists should anticipate a one-lane roadway controlled by flaggers on both roads..
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Apr 26, 2018
Prayers for Unity to be offered at Chandlers School Thursday
Prayers for Unity will be offered at Chandlers School next Thursday, May 3, at 7 a.m. as part of the National Day of Prayer. Students, parents, faculty and the community are invited to gather around the flag pole for the prayer session. Emily Kerr and Samantha Long, who are among the organizers, say, “Please join us as we pray for Unity, our nation and Chandlers School."
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Apr 21, 2018
RHS basketball banquet set Sunday
The Russellville High School Basketball Awards program will be held this Sunday at 3 p.m. in deGraffenried Auditorium. The Panthers and Lady Panthers were directed by the husband and wife duo of Rex and Shannon Booth.
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