News Briefs on The LoJo in November 2025
By Jim Turner


Posted on December 30, 2025 5:05 PM



 

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 group who distributed soup on a street corner is led by Brooke Cowan White. The executive director of Concerned Citizens is Dorris Vick.

Nov. 8, 2025

Wreaths across America deadline nearing

The last day to order wreaths for our veterans is quickly approaching.Dec. 1 is  the deadline to place your orders in time for this year's Wreaths Across America event.We are 140 wreaths away from reaching our goal of having a beautiful wreath for every veteran's grave. Please reach out to Auburn City Hall at 270-542-4149 or visit the WAA website to become a sponsor. We cannot do it without your help!!!
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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.

Nov. 14, 2025

Cougars build early 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.

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.

Nov. 15, 2025

Library Christmas Open House offered

“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.”

Nov. 15, 2025

Friday, Nov.  28

Deadline 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 logankytourism@att.net  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 270-726-1678.

Nov. 15, 2025

Evening of Gratitude in Adairville set Thursday

An Evening of Gratitude for the Adairville 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.

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.

Nov. 19, 2025

Christmas Karaoke with Roy Kyle at Library

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!

Nov. 19, 2025

Myla Porter to be guest host of Opry Friday

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 Olé 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! You can get your tickets at 1-800-SEE-OPRY or online at www.opry.com.”

Nov. 16, 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.

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.

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.

Nov. 23, 2025

Logan FFA Ag Sales team wins region

The Logan County FFA Ag Sales Team placed first in the region last week. Team members are Ashley McIntosh, John Allen, Weston Wright and Jace Coles.

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.

Nov. 24, 2025

RHS earns high ranking for school climate 7 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.”

Nov. 30, 3025

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

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.

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.

Nov. 30, 2025

Auburn Gingerbread House and Cookie Party

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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