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First to attend Cane Valley Elementary School

2024-07-02 - Taylor County, KY - Photo by Linda Waggener, ColumbiaMagazine.com
The Rev. Michael Caldwell was the first African-American student to attend Cane Valley Elementary School in Adair County in the year 1956. Michael was six years old. His sister, Rose, would follow him the next year as the first female African-American to enter the school. Their story is told in the accompanying article by Dr. David Whitlock, a retired Baptist minister, author and educator.
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Window box filling with flowers

2024-07-02 - Edmonton, KY - Photo from Johnnietta England Jessie
Johnnietta writes, "My oldest son made me a window box about a year ago and after all the early summer rain, I finally got plants to grow."
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Harrison presented with FNBRS scholarship to LWC

2024-07-02 - Columbia, KY - Photo courtesy Lindsey Wilson College
First National Bank of Russell Springs Executive Vice President Lesa McDonald (left) presents a scholarship check to Lindsey Wilson College student Taylor Harrison of Russell Springs. Harrison is majoring in nursing and Christian Ministries.

"We are so pleased that First National Bank recognizes the importance of supporting local residents like Taylor," said Travis Smith, LWC Director of Annual Giving. "An investment in our students is an investment in our community's future."
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