Category Archives: Breathitt County

The Ride

Posted on September 1, 2023 by sdbowling

Three Turners set out on a grand adventure in the Summer of 1979. It is believed that their horseback trek has not been repeated since. Learn about “The Ride.” Continue reading →

Fifty Years of Football: The Hilton Era – 1979

Posted on August 29, 2023 by sdbowling

The Bobcat went 7-4 in their 1979 season under Dudley Hilton and played in their first Honey Bowl. Continue reading →

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Fifty Years of Football: The Hilton Era – 1978

Posted on August 24, 2023 by sdbowling

In 1978, Breathitt High School football set all the records. It was the first undefeated season, the first trip to the playoffs, the first player to sign to play college ball and many more. It was a good year. Continue reading →

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Guerrant Memorial Presbyterian Church

Posted on August 22, 2023 by sdbowling

A history of the Guerrant Memorial Presbyterian Church on Main Street. Continue reading →

Posted in Breathitt County, Religion | Tagged Breathitt County, Edward O. Guerrant, Jackson, Presbyterian Church | Leave a comment

Fifty Years of Football: The Hilton Era – 1977

Posted on August 16, 2023 by sdbowling

In 1977, Breathitt High School enjoyed its first winning season, and the Bobcats won their first district championship. There was at least one change in Coach Hilton’s life too. Continue reading →

Posted in Breathitt County, Breathitt High School, Education, Football, Schools, Sports | Tagged 1977, BHS, Bobcats, Breathitt County, Breathitt High School, Dudley Hilton, Football, James Talbert Turner, Johnny Gabbard | Leave a comment

Sid Jett Died August 14

Posted on August 14, 2023 by sdbowling

Sidney “Sid” Jett died near Guerrant on August 14, 1945. Continue reading →

Posted in Breathitt County, Farming | Tagged Breathitt County, Guerrant, Jett Family, McQuinn Family | Leave a comment

Fifty Years of Football: The Hilton Era – 1976

Posted on August 10, 2023 by sdbowling

In 1976, Breathitt High School celebrated its third season of football.
Coach Dudley Hilton was pleased with the progress his team made. Continue reading →

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Fifty Years of Football: Part Ten – Super Fans

Posted on August 7, 2023 by sdbowling

Through the years, Breathitt County football enjoyed a tremendous following. Here are three examples of what could be identified as “Super Fans.” Continue reading →

Posted in Breathitt County, Breathitt High School, Education, Football, Schools, Sports | Tagged BHS, Bobcats, Breathitt County, Breathitt High School, Dud, Football, Henrietta Griffith, Kentucky Mountain Bible College, KMBC, Mary Ellen Mowery, Mike Holcomb, Sam Sanders, Spicer Family, Stadium | 1 Comment

Russell Howard

Posted on August 4, 2023 by sdbowling

Soldier of the Week
Russell Howard
5th Kentucky Infantry, Confederate States Army Continue reading →

Posted in Breathitt County, Civil War, Confederate Army, Military | Tagged 5th Kentucky Infantry, Breathitt County, Camp Morton, Company B, Confederate Army, Howard Family, South Fork, Young Family | Leave a comment

Mayors of the City of Jackson, Kentucky

Posted on August 1, 2023 by sdbowling

A look at the men and women who served Jackson as Mayor from 1913-2023 Continue reading →

Posted in Breathitt County, Jackson, Politics | Tagged Bailey Family, Brown Family, Center Family, City of Jackson, Davis Family, Hays Family, Jackson, Mayor, McCoun Fmaily, Miller Family, Noble Family, Pelfrey Family, Reynolds Family, Rose Family, Sewell Family, Short Family, Smith Family, Staton Family, Thomas Family, Wolfe Family | Leave a comment