Bowling Green's beloved Living Hope Baptist Church has thrived and prospered over the past two-plus decades...and this is thanks in large part to my spotlighted guest in this week's "Preacher Feature"!! Introducing Pastor Jason Pettus, who has masterfully guided Living Hope Baptist since his arrival in 2001. Pastor Jason has plenty to be proud of, not only on his personal resume, but also in terms of his church's superior service to its members and the community. You'll love the heart-warming story of his lovely wife Carrie leading him to Christ while still in high school! Come along for this story, a look back on his progression through Divinity School, and details of noteworthy highlights from his time at Living Hope thus far. He also speaks of future goals he has set for the church, advice for aspiring ministers, and upcoming events which are sure to instill the spirit of the holidays in the hearts of members and guests alike! So listen in and be uplifted! And, for additional info on all things Living Hope, be sure to visit the church's website linked here: https://livehopeful.com/. Also, feel free to email Pastor Jason at jason.pettus@lhbg.org.

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She was a trusted voice to many in Central Kentucky for 31 years . . .and she's also the author of a brand new book!! Introducing the legendary Nancy Cox, a fixture in the anchor chair at Lexington's WLEX (channel 18) for over three decades. Her book is entitled "Anchored: Reporting from My Kentucky Home", and in it she highlights a number of the stand-out stories she covered during her time at the news desk. Come along as she previews some of these stories, and reflects on other facets of her commendable television career. She also looks back on her pageant experience, as she was crowned Miss Kentucky in 1990!! Finally, she discusses the inspiration behind her book, and the outlets through which it may be purchased. One of these outlets is Nancy's web page linked here: https://www.nancycoxmedia.com/. And, to order a personalized copy, simply send an email to nancycoxmedia@gmail.com.

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This week, we take you to the radio ranch to visit with a voice that has been heard off and on in far western Kentucky for over FOUR decades!! Introducing Jack Newberry, commonly known as "Cactus Jack", who has handled everything from overnights on country station WKYQ in Paducah, to middays on Paducah's WLLE (Willie 102.1), home to classic country legends. Not only does Jack host a hugely popular "Country Classifieds" show on Friday mornings (allowing listeners to buy, sell, or trade items of their choice), but he also has his very own Youtube channel: "Cactus Jack's Country". Grab a seat as he discusses the non-traditional path he took into broadcasting, along with a few of the many perks/connections the business has graced him with over the years. He also gives us a gist of the content he regularly presents on his Youtube channel, including interviews he has done with country artists, and even footage of classic models from car shows (This man loves his old rides!). To participate in Jack's "Country Classifieds" program, which airs each Friday morning at 10:00AM, simply give him a call at 270-534-8707. And, be sure to follow his "Cactus Jack's Country" Youtube channel by following this link: https://www.youtube.com/@CactusJack1021. Finally, you can follow and subscribe to the man's Facebook page which is linked here: https://www.facebook.com/jack.newberry.35.

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It's time to go shopping, from the comfort of our own homes, with the help of this week's very special guest!! She is Mrs. Kim Reusch, a long-time staffer in the Henderson County school system, who is now an active internet influencer. She operates "Kim's Cart Confessions", and as stated on her social media, she "finds the cute stuff so you don't have to"! In addition, she regularly reveals mouthwatering, budget-friendly recipes that'll please even the pickiest of palates. Come along as Kim explains what led her to become an influencer, and the process by which she commonly locates the basement bargains that she promotes. She also discusses popular categories under which her deals are grouped, recipes that have proven to be fan favorites, and gift recommendations for the upcoming holiday season based on her recent findings. Allow Kim to assist you in making your bargain hunt much easier and more enjoyable! And, be sure to visit her Facebook and Instagram platforms, along with her Amazon storefront linked here: https://us.amazon.com/shop/kcreusch?ccs_id=bf1dc5da-90d3-41a4-b890-ced9a8da59d4.

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I'm tickled pink to announce that a native Hendersonian and crowd favorite is triumphantly returning to "Blabbin'" this week!! She is none other than Maggie Hollis, a singing/songwriting specialist who made the move to Nashville in 2025. Pull up a seat as Maggie shares a bit about her background prior to "Music City", and brings us up to speed on all of her Nash Vegas endeavors over the past year. She also reflects on the thrill of being nominated for TWO Josie Music Awards, and walking the carpet at the Grand Ole Opry House as part of the ceremony. Finally, she speaks of upcoming plans for performances/new releases, and graces our ears with two of her terrific original tunes (one of which hasn't even been released yet!). It's always a great listen when Ms. Hollis is my guest! Be sure to keep up with her various musical ventures through a number of social media outlets, including her Facebook page linked here: https://www.facebook.com/maggiehollismusic.

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Aging is something we all should do with grace, pride, and (most importantly) optimal health . . .and this week's guest is certainly doing her part to make this possible for us!! Introducing Dr. Sam Cotton, from the University of Louisville's Trager Institute, whose research centers around the concept of optimal health. As part of her role, Dr. Sam creates education/training outlets to assist physicians and other caregivers tending to the needs of patients with Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia. Tune in as she describes how she became passionate about optimal aging, and takes us through the training and resources she commonly supplies to the aforementioned personnel. She also addresses pressing challenges faced by care providers in rural areas, offers a snapshot of her research findings to this point, and extends words of wisdom to current/aspiring healthcare professionals with an interest in caring for aging clientele. Enjoy listening and broadening your mind! And, for additional information about U of L's Trager institute, feel free to email our special guest at sam.cotton@louisville.edu, and be sure to visit the web page linked here: https://centers.louisville.edu/aging/. To find out more about The Alzheimer's Association, simply click the following link to visit its website: https://www.alz.org/. Finally, I invite you to learn more about Area Agencies on Aging and Independent Living via this link: https://www.chfs.ky.gov/agencies/dail/Pages/aaail.aspx.

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Photography is the theme of this week's episode, and I'm thrilled to spotlight a gentleman who has thrived in this capacity for over three decades!! Introducing Mr. Darrin Phegley, who proudly served for 17 years as a photographer with the Henderson Gleaner before striking out on his own. He now owns a booming business known as "Darrin Phegley - Capturing Life", in which he assists corporate organizations, nonprofits, and other agencies in visually sharing their stories. Tune in as Darrin offers compelling stories of his work in the newspaper industry, and describes the inspiration behind his business. He also explains the means by which we can put his expertise to work for us, many of which we've likely not even considered! Finally, he extends advice to the photographers of tomorrow based on his abundance of experience. For additional info on "Darrin Phegley - Capturing Life", don't hesitate to drop a line to darrin@darrinphegley.com. And, be sure to visit Darrin's website linked here: https://darrinphegley.com/.

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Harlan and Anna Hubbard were truly an artistic couple who spent their final three-plus decades in a hand-built cabin on the Ohio River, where they lived off the land with no electricity or indoor plumbing . . .and this week, the spotlight belongs to a nonprofit committed to preserving their Trimble County property!! Come along as we meet two board members from Payne Hollow on the Ohio: Dr. David Wicks, and Susan Griffin Ward. Each of them describe their deep attachment to the great outdoors, and give us some insight into the unique talents/lifestyle of Harlan and Anna Hubbard. They also discuss steps that have already been taken to preserve the Hubbards' former dwelling, their vision for Payne Hollow's future, and the various means by which we can support their very worthy cause. Finally, they bring details of an exciting Payne Hollow symposium to be held in October at nearby Hanover College. So don't miss out on our insightful conversation and a captivating history lesson! To learn even more about Payne Hollow on the Ohio, simply email info@paynehollowontheohio.org, or click here to visit the web page: https://www.paynehollowontheohio.org/. Be sure to click the following link to register for the upcoming Payne Hollow Symposium at Hanover College: https://www.paynehollowontheohio.org/payne-hollow-symposium. Additional info about Kentucky Waterways Alliance can be accessed via the following link: https://www.kwalliance.org/. And lastly, Susan's book of portraits entitled "Looking for the Sun at Merton's Corner" can be purchased at this link: https://www.blurb.com/b/8606765-looking-for-the-sun-at-merton-s-corner.

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