Anderson

Jeffrey “Jeff” John Rutkowske, age 56, passed away July 2, 2026. Jeff and his family were part of the Anderson Christian Church family. Jeff was a hard worker and dedicated 33 years to Ford Motor Company in Louisville. Jeff enjoyed…

At 10 years old, Jay Winfrey was doing what many kids his age do—playing video games and watching YouTube videos. Then one video caught his eye and mesmerized him.

Vanessa Louise Jones Gaines, age 66, of Frankfort passed away on July 3, 2026.

1926

LEXINGTON – Only you can prevent blood shortages, and that starts by donating blood at an upcoming Kentucky Blood Center blood drive in your community.

Marvin E. (Jobo) Brown Jr., of Versailles, Ky., passed away on June 16, 2026, at the age of 59.

What do you get when you combine a Grandma, a summer vacation, and an illegal lingerie business? Come find out in the Anderson County Community Theater’s presentation of “Nana’s Naughty Knickers.”

Over the past few weeks, I have used this space to update you on interim committees and our preparations for next session. This week, I would like to pause and reflect on a day that unites us all: Independence Day.

LEXINGTON – Kentucky football’s promotional schedule and fan themes for the seven-game 2026 home slate at Kroger Field have been announced, featuring a full season of Big Blue Nation traditions, stadium-wide activations and marquee Southeastern Conference matchups.