Names are the fuel that propels The Logan Journal. Every year the number of people who are named in the online newspaper grows, In the last six months of the fourth year of The LoJo (Aug. 1, 2012-Jan. 31, 2013), a total of 2,555 people were mentioned at least once in a story or a news brief. Of that group, 112 of them were in at least five stories.
As usual, the people with the most mentions are sports figures---players and coaches. Five of the top six mentions are multi-sports athletes. For example, the leader, Russellville junior Barrett Croslin, is the Panthers’ starting shortstop, quarterback and shooting guard. Second place Landon Stratton, a Logan County junior, is the Cougars’ top scorer in soccer, the place kicker in football, and the shooting guard on the basketball team. And the top female and third overall, LCHS junior Katelyn Jones, starts in volleyball and started much of the season in basketball.
Interestingly enough, following athletes Coco Darden, Torin Graham and Zach Hines, is number seven Mark Abbott, whose photographs have accompanied 18 stories plus many news briefs.
The person mentioned most often who is not involved in sports is state representative Martha Jane King. Ten of the non-sports people who were mentioned in six or more stories are present or former office holders. Russellville Principal Kim McDaniel, who does a tremendous job of letting the public know what is happening at the city high school and junior high, is second in the category, while the third place finisher in this group is Diane Crawley, who takes her role seriously in informing people about what is going on in Logan County Adult Education.
The names of leaders follow, along with those mentioned whose names being with the letters U, W, X, Y & Z.
People in Sports
Barrett Croslin 28, Landon Stratton 23, Katelyn Jones 20, Coco Darden 19, Torin Graham 19, Zach Hines 19, Mark Abbott 18, Coach Phil Todd 18, Ben Wright 18, Meagann Hardison 17, Jordan Kennedy 17, Taylor Blakemore 16, Josh Hampton 16, Coach Lonnie Mason 16, Kapreshia Powell 16, Victoria Cates 15, Christian Naylor 15, Amber Sydnor 15. Coach Dedra Adler 14, Coach Scot MacAllister 14, Tahmir Graham 13, Megan Lindsey 13, Demarcus Hampton 12, Coach John Meyers 12, Justin Rone 12, Tucker Baldwin 11, Dequan Beard 11, Kahlia Hampton 11, Abbey Hinton 11, Coach Steven Lyne 11, Taleia Mason 10, J.R. Morrow 10
Non-Sports People
Rep. Martha Jane King 12, Kim McDaniel 11, Diane Crawley 9, Councilwoman Darlene Gooch 9, Marvinia Neblett 8, Congressman Ed Whitfield 7, Gov. Steve Beshear 6, Mayor Donna Blake 6, Kesi Neblett 6, President Barack Obama 6, Sen. Joey Pendleton 6, Al Smith 6, Lon Sosh 6, Mayor Mark Stratton 6, Councilman Jack Whipple 6
Urado, Henry
Neblett named national semifinalist, October 12
Kesi Neblett national scholarship finalist, January 13
Upton, Rep. Fred
Whitfield reappointed as chairman, January 13
Upton, John
Remembering Wrens, Mosier, Hedges, December 12
Utley, David
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Vaccarella, Mary
January News Briefs,24, January 13
Vanderpoole, George
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Vanderpoole, Leslie
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Vanderpoole, Montgomery ‘Sonny’
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Vanna, Chandara
RHS Beta at state, December 12
RHS teams sweep South in homecoming thrillers, January 13
Vanna, Malis
RHS Beta at state, December 12
Van Zee, Jerry
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Varble, Abigail
Good News reported to Logan board, August 12
Varble, Beverly
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Vaughn, Tyler
Cougar soccer hopes to clinch regional berth, October 12
Veatch, Chelsey
August News Briefs, 14, August 12
Vencill, Coach Ray Jr.
Current basketball coaches change history, August 12
Vick, Doris
December News Briefs, 30, December 12
January News Briefs,7, 11, January 13
Vick, John
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Vick, Morgan Crabtree
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Victorino, Shane
August News Briefs, 4, August 12
Viers, Tim
Bill Gaines confesses clock control, January 13
Vincent, David
September News Briefs, 4,September 12
Vincent, Rev. Gene
Bill Gaines confesses clock control, January 13
Violette, Art
Pair of mayoral and 3 council races, August 12
November News Briefs, 6, December 12
Vitale, Suzanne
Burchetts, Dr. Clark, Schumaker earn at WKU, October 12
Waggoner, Ciarra
December News Briefs, 29, December 12
Wagoner, Laura
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Walker, Alan
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Walkner, Anthony
Panthers beat GHS, January 13
Walker, Brittany
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Walden, Jared
December News Briefs, 13, December 12
Walker, Brandon
December News Briefs, 15, December 12
Walker, Diane Gilliam
Current basketball coaches change history, August 12
Walker, Nay
December News Briefs, 17, December 12
Walker, Todd
October News Briefs, 13, November 12
Wall, Coach Kyle
The Plex re-opens for baseball/softball training, November 12
Wallace, Gov. George
Students learn about Dr. King, January 13
Wallace, Coach Kevin
November News Briefs, 30, December 12
December News Briefs, 2, December 12
Walling, Johnnie
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Walters, Rick
Emancipation Celebration filled with meaning, fellowship, August 12
Walters, Dr. Veronica Duncan
Emancipation Celebration filled with meaning, fellowship, August 12
Walton, Frank
October News Briefs, 13, November 12
Wang, Michael
Burchetts, Dr. Clark, Schumaker earn at WKU, October 12
Ward, Coach David
LCHS baseball history, January 13
Ward, Meagan
After loss to BGH, Logan continues district streak, September 12
Ward, Tom
LCHS baseball history, January 13
Warren, Robert Penn
Al Smith a Kentucky Treasure, November 12
Todd’s Robert Penn Warren named to Hall, January 13
Warren, William Henry
Red River Awakenings, October 12
Washer, Coach Van
Current basketball coaches change history, August 12
Washington, Darwin
Algie Ray Smith’s Last Service Station, November 12
Hunter, Taylor join elite list, January 13
Washington, President George
Red River Awakenings, October 12
Washington, Seth
Names on The LoJo, September 12
Washington, Steve
November filled with tobacco memories, November 12
Washington, Rev. William
November filled with tobacco memories, November 12
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Waters, Brad
Battle of The Blue and The Gold, October 12
Waters, Ethel
Al Smith a Kentucky Treasure, November 12
Watkins, Carol
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Watkins, Curtis
Pair of mayoral and 3 council races, August 12
November News Briefs, 7, December 12
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Watkins, Elizabeth
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Watkins, Danny
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Watkins, Harold
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Watkins, Holly
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Watkins, Larry
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Watkins, Martha
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Watkins, Rob
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Watkins, Roy
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Watkins, Sajuan
Names on The LoJo, September 12
Watson, Bonnie
Good News reported to Logan board, August 12
Watson, Kyra
Lady Toppers win coach’s first game, November 12
Watson, Nancy
December News Briefs, 13, December 12
Watson, Susan Hindman
RHS grads of the 60s return for Festival, October 12
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Watson, Tim
December News Briefs, 13, December 12
Weatherford, Thomas
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Weaver, Coach B.H.
Current basketball coaches change history, August 12
Algie Ray Smith’s Last Service Station, November 12
Weaver, Dujunta
Panthers dominate 4th quarter for 3rd, December 12
Weaver, Nelson
RHS grads of the 60s return for Festival, October 12
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Webb, Dr. Bill
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Webb, Coach Dick
Battle of The Blue and The Gold, October 12
Weese, Zeb
Baker Natural Area honored, October 12
Wellman, Ferrell
Al Smith’s KET successor reviews his new book, November 12
Wells, Bonnie
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Wells, Bubba
Battle of The Blue and The Gold, October 12
Hunter, Taylor join elite list, January 13
Brenda Chapman, Lillie Mason All-Diddle, January 13
Wells, Charles
Brenda Chapman, Lillie Mason All-Diddle, January 13
Wells, Grayson
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Wells, Jane Birdwhistell
Current basketball coaches change history, August 12
Wells, Jermaine
LCHS baseball history, January 13
Wells, Mike
Brenda Chapman, Lillie Mason All-Diddle, January 13
Wells, Paula
Bill Gaines confesses clock control, January 13
Wells, Dr. Thad
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
West, Rev. Devin
August News Briefs, 9, August 12
West, Phillip
Pair of mayoral and 3 council races, August 12
November News Briefs, 7, December 12
Westerfield, Sen. Whitney
Pair of mayoral and 3 council races, August 12
November News Briefs, 6, December 12
January News Briefs, 24, January 13
Westmoreland, General William
Schwarzkopf, Logan's Dauley exchanged gifts, January 13
Westray, Faye
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Wetton, Ashe
LCHS baseball history, January 13
Wetton, Kyle
LCHS baseball history, January 13
Wetton, Mark
LEAD presents awards, October 12
Wharton, Riley
Head, Cougars win Raiders’ meet, September 12
Cougars 4th in SKY, October 12
Wheeler, Chancey
Al Smith a Kentucky Treasure, November 12
Whetsone, Freeman
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Whetsone, Traci Thomas
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Whipple, Fred
Algie Ray Smith’s Last Service Station, November 12
Whipple, Harry
Algie Ray Smith’s Last Service Station, November 12
Al Smith a Kentucky Treasure, November 12
Remembering Brother Joe Carrico, December 12
Whipple, Jack
Pair of mayoral and 3 council races, August 12
September News Briefs, 3, September 12
LEAD presents awards, October 12
November News Briefs, 1, 6, December 12
Remembering Brother Joe Carrico, December 12
Whitaker, Jamie Wren
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Whitaker, Tim
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Whitaker, Jamie Wren
Remembering Wrens, Mosier, Hedges, December 12
White, Adam
LCHS baseball history, January 13
White, Austin
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
White, Barry
Burchetts, Dr. Clark, Schumaker earn at WKU, October 12
White, Brian
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
LCHS baseball history, January 13
White, Helen
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
White, Jerry
RHS Class of ’57 reunites, November 12
White, Jonathan
LCHS sports enjoyed memorable year, December 12
White, Kevin
LCHS baseball history, January 13
White, Lindsey Lancaster
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
White, Lisa
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
January News Briefs,7, January 13
White, Coach Mark
Current basketball coaches change history, August 12
White, Prentice
Algie Ray Smith’s Last Service Station, November 12
White, Regina
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
White, Tracy
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Whitescarver, Betsy
User friendly Carpenter Center, January 13
Whitescarver, Mitch
LCHS baseball history, January 13
Whitfield, Congressman Ed
August News Briefs, 7, August 12
Beshear makes 68-80 speed hike official, October 12
October News Briefs, 1, November 12
November News Briefs, 6, December 12
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Whitfield reappointed as chairman, January 13
January News Briefs, 24, January 13
Whitmore, Chase
RHS teams sweep South in homecoming thrillers, January 13
January News Briefs, 26, January 13
Whitney, Lajoyla
After loss to BGH, Logan continues district streak, September 12
Whittaker, Brenna
Several Lady Cougars contribute, August 12
Lady Cougars were Silver at Central Hardin, September 12
Whittington, Curt
The Plex re-opens for baseball/softball training, November 12
LCHS baseball history, January 13
Whitty, Coach David
LCHS baseball history, January 13
Wicklander, Dr. Dale
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Wilcutt, Larry
September News Briefs, 21, September 12
Wilcutt, Col. Terry
Al Smith a Kentucky Treasure, November 12
Wilken, Drew
December News Briefs, 29, December 12
Panthers dominate 4th quarter for 3rd, December 12
RHS teams sweep South in homecoming thrillers, January 13
Wilkerson, Dylan
Mason records first district win, December 12
Cougars lose to Todd in OT, January 13
Wilkerson, Jim
Pair of mayoral and 3 council races, August 12
August News Briefs, 17, August 12
LEAD presents awards, October 12
November News Briefs, 16, December 12
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Wilkins, Adam
F-S wins twinbill, December 12
Panthers dominate 4th quarter for 3rd, December 12
Panthers win Clash in OT, January 13
Logan teams bounce back for wins, January 13
Logan’s teams lose in different fashions, January 13
Cougars lose to Todd in OT, January 13
Cougars suffer another loss to F-S, January 13
January News Briefs, 13, 16, January 13
Wilkins, Chad
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Wilkins, Coach Dee
August News Briefs, 8. August 12
Wilkins, Diane Wood
August News Briefs, 2, 8, August 12
Wilkins, Linda
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Wilkins, Mark
LEAD presents awards, October 12
Wilkins, Rhesa Danielle Conyers
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Wilkins, Sherry
Pair of mayoral and 3 council races, August 12
September News Briefs, 21, September 12
November News Briefs, 7, December 12
Wilkins, Taylor
Lady Cougars were Silver at Central Hardin, September 12
Wilkinson, Adam
RHS teams sweep South in homecoming thrillers, January 13
Willeford, Josh
LCHS baseball history, January 13
Williams, Andrea
Burchetts, Dr. Clark, Schumaker earn at WKU, October 12
Williams, Connor
September News Briefs, 4, September 12
Williams, Doris
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Williams, Deanna
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Williams, Dorothy
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Williams, Ken
Schwarzkopf, Logan's Dauley exchanged gifts, January 13
Williams, Nita
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Williams, Rob
Remembering Wrens, Mosier, Hedges, December 12
Williams, Ryan
LCHS baseball history, January 13
Williams, Sarah
RHS team wins district Governor’s Cup, January 13
Williams, Zane
LCHS baseball history, January 13
Wills, Cale
Names on The LoJo, September 12
Wilson, Billy
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Wilson, Bobby
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Wilson, Eli
December News Briefs, 25, December 12
Wilson, Evelyn
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Wilson, Gary
Lipscomb chorus to perform, October 12
Wilson, Coach Heath
Lady Cougar soccer favored to go to region, October 12
Wilson, Jimmy Kent
Good News reported to Logan board, August 12
Wilson, Joyce
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Wilson, Kallie
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Wilson, Patty
Bill Gaines confesses clock control, January 13
Wilson, Sheila
Author of Good News reported to Logan board, August 12
Wilson, Steve
Bill Gaines confesses clock control, January 13
Wilson, Terrence
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Winchester, Anthony
Brenda Chapman, Lillie Mason All-Diddle, January 13
Winn, Dr. Larry
Remembering Wrens, Mosier, Hedges, December 12
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Winters, Sen. Ken
Beshear makes 68-80 speed hike official, October 12
Womack, Edna Earl
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Wood, David
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Wood, Dr. Dewey
Golf scramble helps stop crime, November 12
Wood, Jennifer
August News Briefs, 31, August 12
Golf scramble helps stop crime, November 12
Wood, Relda
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Wood, Tyler
Football teams open season at home, August 12
August News Briefs, 31, August 12
Cougars taking improved offense to Brownsville, September 12
Cougars ready to open 5A district play, September 12
Clash of the Cats kicks off for 25th year, October 12
October News Briefs, 26, November 12
Woodall, Andy
Clash of the Cats kicks off for 25th year, October 12
Woodall, Anthony
Pair of mayoral and 3 council races, August 12
November News Briefs, 6, December 12
Woodall, David
LCHS baseball history, January 13
Woodall, Ian
Football teams open season at home, August 12
Cougars taking improved offense to Brownsville, September 12
Cougars ready to open 5A district play, September 12
October News Briefs, 26, November 12
Clash of the Cats kicks off for 25th year, October 12
Woodall, Luke
Cougars taking improved offense to Brownsville, September 12
Cougars ready to open 5A district play, September 12
Clash of the Cats kicks off for 25th year, October 12
Woodall, Savannah
September News Briefs, 4, September 12
Woodall, Shirley S.
Pair of mayoral and 3 council races, August 12
Woodall, Zach
Cougars taking improved offense to Brownsville, September 12
Clash of the Cats kicks off for 25th year, October 12
Woodcock, Zeke
Logan’s teams lose in different fashions, January 13
Wooden, Brian
LCHS baseball history, January 13
Wooden, Brianna
Several Lady Cougars contribute, August 12
Lady Cougars were Silver at Central Hardin, September 12
After loss to BGH, Logan continues district streak, September 12
Wooden, Brett
LCHS baseball history, January 13
Wooden, Coach Johnny
Remembering Brother Joe Carrico, December 12
Wooden, Robert Dulan
Red River Awakenings, October 12
Wooden, Vernon
Red River Awakenings, October 12
Woods, Donna J.
Burchetts, Dr. Clark, Schumaker earn at WKU, October 12
Woodesen, Sean
RHS teams sweep South in homecoming thrillers, January 13
Woodward, Alan
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Woodward, Marolyn Williams
RHS Class of ’57 reunites, November 12
Bill Gaines confesses clock control, January 13
Woodward, R.V.
LEAD presents awards, October 12
Woodward, Scotty
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Bill Gaines confesses clock control, January 13
Woodward, Shirley
November News Briefs, 6, December 12
Woodward, Teeter
Algie Ray Smith’s Last Service Station, November 12
Wren, Clay
Remembering Wrens, Mosier, Hedges, December 12
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Wren, Howard
Panthers face another monumental Mayfield game, October 12
Algie Ray Smith’s Last Service Station, November 12
Remembering Wrens, Mosier, Hedges, December 12
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Hunter, Taylor join elite list, January 13
Wren, Janice
Remembering Wrens, Mosier, Hedges, December 12
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Wren, Kim
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Wren, Louise
Remembering Wrens, Mosier, Hedges, December 12
Wren, Maggie
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Wren, Oscar Rhea
Remembering Wrens, Mosier, Hedges, December 12
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Wren, Rhea Dean
Remembering Wrens, Mosier, Hedges, December 12
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Wren, Sherry
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Wren, Zak
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Wright, Barbara
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Wright, Barry Joe
Pair of mayoral and 3 council races, August 12
Wright, Ben
Names on The LoJo, September 12
RHS, LCHS to play FSNB Classic games at home, December 12
F-S wins twinbill, December 12
Mason records first district win, December 12
Cougars drop 3OT game in Clash, December 12
Panthers dominate 4th quarter for 3rd, December 12
LCHS sports enjoyed memorable year, December 12
December News Briefs, 17, 21, 27, 29, December 12
Panthers win Clash in OT, January 13
Logan teams bounce back for wins, January 13
Logan’s teams lose in different fashions, January 13
Cougars lose to Todd in OT, January 13
Cougars suffer another loss to F-S, January 13
January News Briefs, 5, 13, January 13
Wright, Coach Buddy
Olmstead wins JV volleyball tournament, September 12
Wright, Corey
Back to Rhea’s rugged rock wall, Panthers rally, August 12
Panthers breeze by Storm, September 12
Panthers to entertain struggling F-S, September 12
October News Briefs, 20, 26, November 12
November News Briefs, 2, December 12
RHS teams sweep South in homecoming thrillers, January 13
Wright, Fred
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Wright, Jack
LCHS sports enjoyed memorable year, December 12
Wright, Jay
LCHS baseball history, January 13
Wright, Jerry
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Wyatt, Kaitlyn
January News Briefs, 22, January 13
Wyden, Sen. Ron
Paul, Comer to meet with hemp advocates, November 12
Yarmuth, Congressman John
McConnell endorses industrial hemp, January 13
Yassney, Shirley
Remembering Brother Joe Carrico, December 12
Yates, Corey
LCHS baseball history, January 13
Yates, Mae
Algie Ray Smith’s Last Service Station, November 12
Yates, Rhonda
Good News reported to Logan board, August 12
Yates, Scott
LCHS baseball history, January 13
Yates, Toby
Algie Ray Smith’s Last Service Station, November 12
Yoder, Charlotte
September News Briefs, 2, September 12
November News Briefs, 16, December 12
Yoder, David
September News Briefs, 2, September 12
November News Briefs, 16, December 12
York, Debbie
December News Briefs, 10, December 12
Young, Chris
LCHS baseball history, January 13
Young, Evett
Olmstead wins JV volleyball tournament, September 12
Young, Jared
Cougar soccer hopes to clinch regional berth, October 12
Young, Jim
Current basketball coaches change history, August 12
Remembering Wrens, Mosier, Hedges, December 12
Young, Kiante
Down and out without their QB, Toppers rally, September 12
WKU surges to victory, November 12
Yount, Wayne
KBT calls Russellville-Logan County Airport a jewel, August 12
Airport Day Saturday, September 12
Zibart, Carson
LCHS sports enjoyed memorable year, December 12
Zimmerman, Amzie L.
Cheapskate’s Editor Christmas Card List, December 12
Zimmerman, Carolyn Jordan
Current basketball coaches change history, August 12
Zoelick, Chad
Logan teams bounce back for wins, January 13