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Hughes & Coleman Hometown Hero: Todd Meredith

Updated: Jun. 24, 2022 at 9:39 PM CDT

By Ana Medina

Todd Meredith has lived and loved Morgantown for as long as he’s lived.

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Hughes & Coleman Hometown Hero: Derek Logsdon

Updated: Jun. 17, 2022 at 7:24 PM CDT

By Ana Medina

Logsdon who lives in the Jennings Creek community immediately jumped into action after several tornadoes ravaged the city back in December.

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Hughes & Coleman Hometown: Samantha Rasmussen

Updated: Jun. 10, 2022 at 7:45 PM CDT

By Ana Medina

“If it wasn’t for her opening up that group and doing that I think a lot of moms would be struggling even worse right now to find it.”

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Hughes & Coleman Hometown Hero: Kristie Young

Updated: Jun. 3, 2022 at 8:31 PM CDT

By Ana Medina

Kristie is now motivating others and showing them that if you really want to do something you can.

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Hughes & Coleman Hometown Hero: Wathetta Buford

Updated: May. 27, 2022 at 6:58 PM CDT

By Ana Medina

Wathetta Buford is a well-known figure in the Bowling Green community.

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Hughes & Coleman Hometown Hero: James Jones

Updated: May. 20, 2022 at 8:51 PM CDT

By Ana Medina

“I’m fortunate and blessed. I mean, I’ve started with nothing and I got quite a bit.”

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Hughes & Coleman Hometown Hero: Wes Marklin

Updated: May. 13, 2022 at 7:16 PM CDT

By Ana Medina

Marklin is involved in many ways in the community.

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Hughes & Coleman Hometown Hero: Landree Button

Updated: May. 6, 2022 at 10:40 PM CDT

By Ana Medina

Landree Button is on a mission to give back and raise awareness in the community.

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Hughes & Coleman Hometown Hero: Imogene Garmon

Updated: Apr. 28, 2022 at 12:34 AM CDT

By Ana Medina

Since starting Imogene’s Alterations, family, friends, and the community come to her for alterations.

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Hughes & Coleman Hometown Hero: Robin Davis

Updated: Apr. 22, 2022 at 8:53 PM CDT

By Ana Medina

Robin Davis has been helping those in need for the last few years, a mission that began as a dream.

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Hughes & Coleman Hometown Hero: Beth Carter

Updated: Apr. 15, 2022 at 6:42 PM CDT

By Ana Medina

And although teaching has come with a lot of joy, a few years ago Carter went through a very challenging time.

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Hughes & Coleman Hometown Hero: Carol Shaw

Updated: Apr. 8, 2022 at 10:48 PM CDT

By Ana Medina

“I just thank God, he’s kept me strong through all of this so that I can keep going and doing his work.”

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Hughes & Coleman Hometown Hero: Debbie Browder

Updated: Apr. 1, 2022 at 7:30 PM CDT

By Ana Medina

“I’m here for you when you need it. You know, just email me call, whatever you need.”

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Hughes & Coleman Hometown Hero: Franco Irvin

Updated: Mar. 25, 2022 at 9:06 PM CDT

By Ana Medina

Franco Irvin has been trying to give back to his community in any way he can, from helping others to setting an example.

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Hughes & Coleman Hometown Hero: Patrick McKinney

Updated: Mar. 18, 2022 at 7:24 AM CDT

By Ana Medina

“He does things not for the limelight, or to get attention, but actually just, just to help people.”

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Dr. John O’Brien helped Weston Drury's horse when she needed it the most.

Hughes & Coleman Hometown Hero: Dr. John O’Brien

Updated: Mar. 11, 2022 at 9:16 PM CST

By Ana Medina

Dr. John O’Brien has been serving the community as a veterinarian in Warren County for decades.

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Hughes & Coleman Hometown Hero: Carol Gard

Updated: Mar. 4, 2022 at 7:10 PM CST

By Ana Medina

Scanning tickets and checking students in has been the way for Carol to become connected to those who visit the hill.

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Hughes & Coleman Hometown Hero: Kaitlyn Wilkins

Updated: Feb. 25, 2022 at 10:39 PM CST

By Ana Medina

"Starting the day after the tornado, we decided my husband and I that we were gonna do a cookout because we realized we weren’t going to get power back for a while."

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Hughes & Coleman Hometown Hero: Barren Co. Schools nurse practitioner pours heart into work

Updated: Feb. 18, 2022 at 4:47 PM CST

By Kelly Dean

Amy Rutledge’s love of nursing, led her to the Barren County School district in January 2020, right before the pandemic hit.

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Hughes & Coleman Hometown Hero: Taylor Tucker

Updated: Feb. 11, 2022 at 11:22 PM CST

By Ana Medina

Taylor Tucker has been advocating for children, families, and child care professionals in the area for years.

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Hughes & Coleman Hometown Hero: Elijah Logsdon

Updated: Feb. 5, 2022 at 12:46 AM CST

By Ana Medina

Elijah Logsdon is not your typical six-year-old, at such a young age Logsdon is battling one of the toughest illnesses but remaining hopeful through his faith.

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Hughes & Coleman Hometown Hero: Desmond Bell

Updated: Jan. 28, 2022 at 6:38 PM CST

By Ana Medina

“My favorite game was Monopoly, and to me, this is almost playing Monopoly, where I’m on the board, I’m getting so many houses and I’m creating a neighborhood.”

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Hughes & Coleman Hometown Hero: Jamie Woosley

Updated: Jan. 21, 2022 at 11:11 PM CST

By Ana Medina

Jamie Woosley principal of Jennings Creek Elementary has been helping those affected by the tornadoes since December.

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Hughes & Coleman Hometown Hero: Gaye Shaw

Updated: Jan. 14, 2022 at 10:06 PM CST

By Ana Medina

For almost three decades, Gaye Shaw has been at the forefront of the Edmonton Chamber of Commerce.

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Hughes & Coleman Hometown Hero: David Lewis

Updated: Jan. 7, 2022 at 8:41 PM CST

By Ana Medina

After several tornadoes ripped through the city of Bowling Green, David Lewis quickly made sure his family at home was safe before heading out to help neighbors and those in the surrounding areas.

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Hughes & Coleman Hometown Hero: Local linemen in Bowling Green and Warren County

Updated: Dec. 31, 2021 at 8:28 PM CST

By Ana Medina

One group who continued to work tirelessly in the days after the tornado were local linemen.

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Hughes & Coleman Hometown Hero: Isaiah King

Updated: Dec. 24, 2021 at 7:51 PM CST

By Ana Medina

As Bowling Green continues picking up the pieces of its city and on the journey of rebuilding, one man is showing the true spirit of giving back in a time of devastation and tragedy.

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Hughes & Coleman Hometown Hero: Larry Pople

Updated: Dec. 10, 2021 at 7:16 PM CST

By Ana Medina

Larry Pople is more than just a custodian at Potter Gray Elementary, not only going above and beyond for the students but also the staff.

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Hughes & Coleman Hometown Hero: India Faye Unseld

Updated: Dec. 3, 2021 at 8:21 PM CST

By Ana Medina

India Faye Unseld has been giving back to Bowling Green by organizing events that help bring the community together.

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Hughes & Coleman Hometown Hero: Barry Perkins

Updated: Nov. 27, 2021 at 12:28 AM CST

By Ana Medina

Barry Perkins has become a staple figure at Cumberland Trace Elementary in Warren County.

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Hughes & Coleman Hometown Hero: Rosemary Brown

Updated: Nov. 19, 2021 at 11:24 PM CST

By Ana Medina

Rosemary Brown is making sure those at the Kentucky State Police Post 3 know that what they do on a day-to-day basis does not go unnoticed.

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Hughes & Coleman Hometown Hero: Jennifer Perkinson

Updated: Nov. 12, 2021 at 11:12 PM CST

By Ana Medina

Jennifer Perkinson is a sixth-grade teacher at Warren Elementary.

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Hughes & Coleman Hometown Hero: Tammie McCory

Updated: Nov. 5, 2021 at 4:22 PM CDT

By Ana Medina

“Live The Proof is an organization here in Franklin, that’s working to combat three things: homelessness, poverty, and also to help folks find jobs.”

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Hughes & Coleman Hometown Hero: Wilma Bunnell

Updated: Oct. 29, 2021 at 11:08 PM CDT

By Ana Medina

One Woman in the Caverna Independent School District is teaching others about being selfless and serving your community.

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Hughes & Coleman Hometown Heroes: The Scruggs Family

Updated: Oct. 15, 2021 at 4:42 AM CDT

By Ana Medina

The Scruggs Family in Auburn is being praised for its servant heart serving the community in the line of duty as firefighters.

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Hughes & Coleman Hometown Hero: Ron Henry

Updated: Oct. 8, 2021 at 10:43 PM CDT

By Ana Medina

One Warren County postman is proving what being a good neighbor is all about in the Briarwood Community.

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Hughes & Coleman Hometown Hero: Michael Cooksey

Updated: Oct. 1, 2021 at 10:49 PM CDT

By Ana Medina

In Allen County, one man is being praised for his servant heart in the Scottsville community.

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Hughes & Coleman Hometown Hero: Daneka Whitlow

Updated: Sep. 24, 2021 at 10:52 PM CDT

By Ana Medina

“I appreciate you. The animals appreciate you. She makes a difference, a positive difference.”

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Hughes & Coleman Hometown Hero: Summer Rich

Updated: Sep. 17, 2021 at 11:02 PM CDT

By Ana Medina

They say teaching is the most rewarding profession, and a teacher in the Edmonson County School District is setting the example of making a difference in a child’s life.