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Director of the Breathitt County Public Library and Heritage Center in Jackson, Kentucky.

James Barnett

Posted on July 5, 2024 by sdbowling

Soldier of the Week
James Barnett
5th Kentucky Infantry
Confederate States Army Continue reading →

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Charles Banks

Posted on June 28, 2024 by sdbowling

Soldier of the Week
Charles “Charlie” Banks
5th Kentucky Infantry
Confederate States Army Continue reading →

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Former Breathitt Man Died June 22

Posted on June 22, 2024 by sdbowling

A former Breathitt County man and successful farmer died in Texas on June 22, 1940. Continue reading →

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John C. Terrill

Posted on June 20, 2024 by sdbowling

Soldier of the Week
Captain John C. Terrill
11th Kentucky Cavalry
Confederate States Continue reading →

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Jackson Mortician Led State Embalmers

Posted on June 19, 2024 by sdbowling

Lee Porter Ray, once known as “Jackson’s Funeral Director,” served as President of the Kentucky Funeral Directors Association in 1940-1941. He is nearly forgotten in Jackson today. Continue reading →

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Boyd Turner

Posted on June 15, 2024 by sdbowling

Soldier of the Week
Boyd Turner
14th Kentucky Cavalry
United States Army Continue reading →

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A few images from Hike Seven of the 2024 Sheltowee Trace Hiker Challenge. Continue reading →

Posted on June 12, 2024 by sdbowling | Leave a comment

Happy Birthday, Sonny!

Posted on June 7, 2024 by sdbowling

Lewis “Sonny” Haddix, a beloved Jackson hitchhiker, had a challenging life marked by tragedy. His gentle demeanor endeared him to everyone he met. Happy Birthday, Sonny! Continue reading →

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Winston Lemaster

Posted on June 6, 2024 by sdbowling

Soldier of The Week
William Lemaster
5th Kentucky Mounted Infantry
Confederate States Army Continue reading →

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What To See On Hike Seven- 2024

Posted on June 5, 2024 by sdbowling

A quick overview of the sites along the seventh section hike for the 2024 Sheltowee Trace Challenge- from Camp Wildcat Battlefield to the Highway 192 Trailhead. Continue reading →

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