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Accessibility is a growth market impact investors can’t ignore
Too niche. For too long, this has been the default assumption about accessibility-first technologies and startups. Today, though, mindsets and markets have shifted. Driven by the convergence of mega trends like AI and unmet consumer demand, an expanding pipeline of accessibility-first innovators is disrupting the tech and investment landscapes. Sign-Speak, XRAI Glass, Be My Eyes and Nagish are among them. Without question, accessibility is a rising sector with significant economic potential.
Blue Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms
Featured Article PERFECT FOR YOUR NEXT APPITIZER Article by Bryan Edwards Photography by Bryan Edwards I don’t like blue cheese. I also don’t like mushrooms. My wife and her father love both. I am learning to be a good chef it often means creating recipes others love even if it’s not something that’s personally to my taste. Yes, I will closely watch them take their first couple bites and I watch to make sure they go back for seconds.
Easy Vegetarian Chili
Want to start a publication? Learn More Featured Article IT'S ALMOST THAT CHILI TIME OF YEAR AGAIN Article by Bryan Edwards Photography by Bryan Edwards It’s that time of year again. Except this time doesn’t it mean a bit more? As we close out 2020 isn’t it time to bring back some things that bring us all joy? Well, here’s some incredible chili. So grab your PSL and scroll on down to see your new Target shopping list. Yes, it’s vegetarian.
Dueling 53-man roster projections, Part I: The offense
Everybody does a 53-man projection these days. Ours, however, comes with a twist. One that exposes Tori and I (This is Scott, btw. And, hi.) to some good-natured, well-meaning flak from the other person. RELATED CONTENT: One of us makes the projection, the other dissects it. Tori picked the offense this time and I made some (in my opinion) witty comments about her selections. I picked the defense, which you'll see later on Monday, and she offers a rebuttal.
Positional breakdown: Kyle Pitts has more help in pattern with Drake London, Bryan Edwards joining Falcons
Positionless football. You've heard that phrase a few times from Falcons head coach and his staff, and a few more from those analyzing his schemes. That applies to offensive skill players especially, where versatile talents line up all over the place. Kyle Pitts, for example, is technically a tight end but lines up all over the place. He played 248 snaps as an in-line tight end, 286 in the slot and 237 as a wide receiver in 2021.
Tristan Gooley Wild Signs and Star Paths
The internationally best-selling author of How To Read Water, Tristan Gooley is a navigator and explorer who has led expeditions on five continents, flown solo and sailed single-handed across the Atlantic and lived with Tuareg, Bedouin and Dayak people in some of the most remote places on earth.
Price leads Lady Trojans past Hopkinsville
Hopkinsville got to celebrate last week after winning the Eighth District Championship. That celebration ended as it was revealed who the Lady Tigers were playing. Hoptown drew Webster County, arguably the best district runner-up in the region – a team that could have likely won the other three districts in the Second Region. The Lady Trojans got six threes from freshman Hannah Yates and a game-high 23 points from Raigan Price as Webster County rolled to a 60-35 victory over the Lady Tigers.
Wildcats cruise to season-opening victory
Year three of the Chad Burgett era in Cadiz got off to a hot start as the Trigg County Wildcats coasted to a 52-30 victory over Logan County on Monday night. It was a balanced effort from the Wildcats as nine players recorded points in the win with sophomore Jhaden Vaughn leading the way with 12 points. Burhett said that depth will be key throughout the year for the Wildcats if they want to see success — especially in the guard position.
Lady Wildcats grab OT win in opener
Neither Trigg County or Todd County Central had an easy win to open the season as the two teams battled from start to finish. Regulation didn’t decide a winner but it was the Lady Wildcats coming away with a 51-45 victory in overtime over the Lady Rebels. “I think the big thing was effort and hard work — that’s what it comes down to,” Trigg County head coach Cory Coble said. “That game was ugly but it was effort ugly. If we make the shots we normally make we win that game easily.
Bleidt named Wildcats' boys' soccer coach
After nearly 20 years, the Trigg County boys soccer program will have a new head coach. Josh Nichols got his perfect opportunity to walk away from the program after his son, Kelle,r closed out his career as a Wildcat, and it was no surprise to Nichols as to who got the call to take his place. One of Nichols’ former players will take over the Wildcat program as he passed the keys to the program over to Kyle Bleidt.
Bleidt named Wildcats' boys' soccer coach
After nearly 20 years, the Trigg County boys soccer program will have a new head coach. Josh Nichols got his perfect opportunity to walk away from the program after his son Keller closed out his career as a Wildcat and it was no surprise to Nichols as to who got the call to take his place. One of Nichols’ former players will take over the Wildcat program as he passed the keys to the program over to Kyle Bleidt.
Tilghman too much for Wildcats
Trigg County got behind the ball early and couldn’t overcome the strong Paducah Tilghman attack as the Blue Tornado walked into Perdue Field on Friday night and walked out with a 49-18 victory. Tilghman got on the board on their first drive of the nightstand didn’t look back. But Trigg County head coach Chris Ezell said he liked how his team came out to play. It was only when the ball started rolling in the Blue Tornado’s favor that things fell through for his Wildcats.
Clayton grabs 300th win, Hoptown takes down Caldwell
After two weeks where the Hopkinsville Tigers struggled to overcome adversity, another wave came early on Friday night. New starting quarterback Zach Moss’ first drive ended with a pick-six and his second with a fumble. With Hoptown behind the eight ball and facing adversity once again, it could have been down and out. But this team was different than the team from the last two weeks.
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Lady Colonels defeat Graves behind Hancock's three-run blast
The Christian County Lady Colonels entered the sixth inning tied at four and needing a big inning to put some space in between them and the Graves County Lady Eagles. Having not led the entire way, a four-run sixth inning, which was kickstarted by a three-run home run by Riley Hancock was just enough as County held off Graves 8-7 on Tuesday night. Hancock got her opportunity with two outs in the bottom of the sixth and took advantage with the deep ball to left field.
Todd County's Leavell, Tomerlin ink NLIs
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Lady Tigers beat Christian County on the road
Caldwell County got its first competition since the Second Region All “A” Classic semifinal on Thursday, beating host Christian County 61-51 Monday in the Lady Colonels’ first game this season. Christian County finally got to see the start of the season, but Jacey Jaggers and the Lady Tigers (2-2) spoiled the Lady Colonels’ season opener at Lyle Dunbar Gymnasium.
Harmon's 39 not enough for Marshals against UHA
HOPKINSVILLE -- Looking for its first win of the season, University Heights Academy had a tall task in front of them, welcoming Zion Harmon and Marshall County into Blazer Gym on Saturday afternoon. The Blazers did everything they could against one of the state’s best, and while Harmon finished with 39 points, UHA did enough to grab a 77-68 victory and its first win of the season. “It was very important to come out and get a win,” DJ Quarles said.
Tigers complete revenge tour, defeat Logan, 42-20
RUSSELLVILLE — Hopkinsville Tigers’ head coach Craig Clayton said his team wouldn’t be surprised by Logan County’s offensive attack the second time around. He was right. The Tigers came out swinging with their best offensive attack since week two of the season and the defense followed behind as they cruised to a 42-20 win over the Cougars in the second round of the playoffs in Russellville on Friday night.
Colbert announces commitment to Northern Kentucky
CADIZ — Going to a junior college is not a bad place to go if you’re looking to get noticed to play at the Division-I level. Former Trigg County Lady Wildcat pitcher Hannah Colbert showed why as the John A. Logan Lady Vol committed to continuing her softball career at Northern Kentucky University. Colbert closed her senior season at Trigg County with a 1.50 ERA in 247 innings pitched. She ultimately took the JUCO route at John A.
Colbert announces commitment to Northern Kentucky
Going to a junior college is not a bad place to go if you’re looking to get noticed to play at the Division-I level. Former Trigg County Lady Wildcat pitcher Hannah Colbert showed why as the John A Logan Lady Vol committed to continuing her softball career at Northern Kentucky University. Colbert closed her senior season at Trigg County with a 1.50 ERA in 247 innings pitched. She ultimately took the JUCO route at John A.
Toyota of Hopkinsville Boys' Basketball Athlete of the Year: University Heights Academy's KJ Crump
With the departure of KyKy Tandy, Drew McGowan and TaQuan Hollowell, there were many questions surrounding University Heights Academy boys’ basketball going into the 2019-20 season but that didn’t stop KJ Crump and company from getting to work. Crump led the Blazers to a perfect 6-0 record in the Eighth District during the regular season and took got them where many didn’t think they’d get.
Toyota of Hopkinsville Girls' Basketball Athlete of the Year: Hopkinsville's Donnisha Flowers
Hopkinsville sophomore Donnisha Flowers doesn’t like to talk to the opponents during the game. She lets her play take care of that. “I don’t believe in trash-talking,” she said. “You can talk that to me. It isn’t going to do anything to me other than make me work harder.
Toyota of Hopkinsville Boys' Swimming Athlete of the Year: Hopkinsville's Bryce Robinson
Following his junior year, Hopkinsville swimmer Bryce Robinson was unsure if he’d get another crack at the state tournament on a relay team due to the lack of other male swimmers on the team. With Zack Gugle joining the mix along with him, Chase Atkins and Bryce Hanson, Robinson helped push a relay team with a first-year swimmer back to the state tournament, as well as a come-from-behind win in at the Region One Swim meet.
2019-20 Toyota of Hopkinsville Girls' Swimming Athletes of the Year: Hopkinsville Lady Tigers 200-yard freestyle relay
With the graduation of Madyson Merrick, the Hopkinsville swim team was looking for someone to fill in on the 200-yard freestyle relay team with seniors Lauren Langhi and Ellie Colburn along with junior Ella Falco. The hole was a large one, but Lauren’s sister, freshman Elizabeth Langhi, filled in, and once they all got used to it, it was smooth sailing. “It was actually crazy because I’ve always watched them swim and this was my first year,” Elizabeth said.
Golf bringing sense of normal to Hoptown
The normal life everyone lived prior to the COVID-19 pandemic no longer exists. People are practically locked in their houses for the upcoming weeks and are told to be at least 6 feet away from one another. Sports, as a whole, has completely stopped, but one sense of normalcy currently found by some people is playing a sport often overlooked. Golf is one sport you can play alone.
Micah Mission Center temporarily closes doors
United Methodist Pastor and Micah Mission Center Executive Director Bro. David Banister had to make a tough decision this week and like many businesses or ministries in Hopkinsville, had to shut the doors. The mission center, a missionary of the church that accepts donations to help feed people in need, had to put a temporary halt on operations as most other places have during the COVID-19 outbreak.
Jackson twins command Operation Adopt a Grandparent
What started as a visit to check on their mother at Westwood Senior Homes became so much more for twin sisters Rose and Rosetta Jackson. The twins wanted to make sure their mother, Gertie Jackson, had the basic essentials during the COVID-19 outbreak. “When we got over there, she said, ‘I have everything I need, but there are a couple of ladies on my floor that don’t have any family. They’re on oxygen so they’re not able to get out and get the essentials,’ ” Rose said.
Local dojo adapts, provides virtual learning
Not only in Kentucky, but throughout the country, small businesses have suffered during the COVID-19 crisis. Some worry about long-term stability due to their doors being closed, but the owner of Elements of Self Defense, a martial arts dojo in Hopkinsville, has found a way to continue business despite not being able to open his doors.
Graham, Craft granted extra year of eligibility
With the cancellation of spring sports at the collegiate level due to concerns of spreading COVID-19, some seniors from the city were left in doubt on whether or not they’d get to play their final season of college. For former Hopkinsville Tiger Tyler Graham and Christian County Colonel Dixon Craft, they found out they’d have the option to play again.
Child care centers closed; YMCA receives exemption
As of Friday evening, child care centers in Hopkinsville and across the state closed as part of the governor’s mandate during the COVID-19 pandemic, leaving some families without a place to take their children while they work. “It puts parents in a bad situation,” said Director of New Life Ministries Child Care Center Paula Moore. “They don’t have anybody else other than a child care center. We provide care for their children while they’re at work.
Graham, Craft granted extra year of eligibility
With the cancellation of spring sports at the collegiate level due to concerns of spreading COVID-19, some seniors from the city were left in doubt on whether or not they’d get to play their final season of college. For former Hopkinsville Tiger Tyler Graham and Christian County Colonel Dixon Craft, they found out they’d have the option to play again.
Local grocery stores putting health, cleanliness first
When people need certain items, they travel to the grocery store to get it. In a national pandemic, the mundane activity ramps up tenfold. Due to the uptick of products like toilet paper flying off shelves, stores rush to restock its items, all while making sure everyone who enters walks out healthy. “Obviously over the last week, our stores have been extremely busy,” said Kroger spokesperson Melissa Eads. “They have been seeing an increase in the traffic flow of customers.
Lester claims special 5th national title
Gary Lester uses bird dog trials as a hobby, but that doesn’t stop him from winning the biggest championship on the circuit. Lester traveled to Ames Plantation in Grand Junction, Tennessee, and walked out with his fifth National Championship at the 121st National Bird Dog Championships. The field trial season begins in September, but Lester, who is also a farmer, didn’t begin his season until most of his farming season was complete.
Local gyms taking extra precaution amid pandemic
With the continued concern of COVID-19, local gyms and fitness centers around the city of Hopkinsville are taking that extra step to keep the spread of the virus at a minimum, while still trying to see people get a workout in. Hopkinsville YMCA President and CEO Sheryl Ellis released a statement in regard to the measures they have taken to keep their facility clean and safe. “This is an unprecedented time for all of us,” Ellis said.
Lady Blazers have young core for 2020
One thing hasn’t changed about University Heights Academy softball, it is still very young and building for the future. However, Lady Blazers’ coach Jordan Grace said his team has higher numbers and hopes to make some noise in 2020. “Last year I had 10 girls total on our roster and out of those 10 we usually had one that was hurt every game, so we were playing with nine girls every game,” Grace said. “This year we’re going to have 16 girls on the roster.
Tigers aim to repeat as region champs
Coming into last season, many thought the Hopkinsville Tigers weren’t quite ready to compete for a region championship. After proving the doubters wrong and winning the Second Region title, the Tigers are now the team with the target on their backs in 2020. Although coming back to repeat as region champs is the ultimate goal for head coach Blake Leach and his team, he knows they can’t worry about that until they get there. “That’s stuff we talk about, but that’s a little while away,” Leach said.
Todd's Cumbee signs to dance at Campbellsville
Todd County’s Caitlin Cumbee put pen to paper on Wednesday afternoon as she signed her national letter of intent to be a member of Campbellsville University’s dance team next season. Cumbee said it felt good to know that she will continue to do what she loves to do in college. “Dance has always been a passion of mine and it lets me express my personality,” Cumbee said. “I’ve always wanted to go off to college and take my personal values with me.
Madisonville, Henderson square off for region crown
Eight teams began the road to Rupp on Monday, and tonight the final two teams will look to cut the nets down and secure their spot in the state tournament as Madisonville-North Hopkins and Henderson County square off in the girls’ Second Region Championship game. The Lady Maroons enter tonight’s matchup at 29-1 looking for their 30th win of the year. That one loss, however, came thanks to its opponent tonight in the Lady Colonels.
Fourth-quarter run pushes Henderson to region title
Throughout the entirety of the 2019-20 season, Madisonville-North Hopkins has been the Superman of the Second Region. But even Superman has his kryptonite, and Henderson County was just that for the Lady Maroons this season. Already with a 14-point win over Madisonville, the Lady Colonels handed the Lady Maroons their second loss of the season with a 66-49 win in the Second Region Championship game, winning their second straight regional crown and their seventh title in the last eight years.
Madisonville, Henderson punch ticket to region final
Schedule breakout box Header: 2nd Region GBK Tournament Monday Madisonville-North Hopkins 70, Crittenden County 46 Webster County 62, Christian County 39 Tuesday Trigg County 54, Caldwell County 50 Henderson County 71, Hopkinsville 23 Friday Madisonville-North Hopkins 53, Webster County 45 Henderson County 69, Trigg County 28 Saturday 6 p.m. — Madisonville-North Hopkins v Henderson County The girls’ Second Region Championship game was set Friday night as the final four teams competed for a...
Hoptown great Bird Averitt returns to Tiger Gym
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Coleman signs NLI to play football, wrestle
High school student-athletes sign national letters of intent all the time, but it’s not often they get to go play two sports. Christian County’s Cameron Coleman signed his NLI on Thursday afternoon in the CCHS media room to play football and wrestle at Thomas More University. Coleman said he was excited to officially shut down his recruiting process and make things official. “It just means a lot man,” Coleman said. “Knowing where I came from and how hard I worked to get here.
Trigg makes history; Lady Tigers fall to Henderson
Tuesday was filled with ups and downs for local teams as the Trigg County Lady Wildcats made history against Caldwell County, and the Hopkinsville Lady Tigers suffered a tough defeat at the hands of the Henderson County Lady Colonels. Trigg advances in regional tourney for first time since 1990 Trigg County head coach Cory Coble wasn’t even born the last time the Lady Wildcats won a game in the regional tournament.
Lady Maroons use big 2nd half to down Rockets
The Madisonville-North Hopkins Lady Maroons comfortably walked out of the first round of the Second Region Tournament with a win on Monday night, but after 16 minutes it didn’t seem like it was going to come easily. Madisonville caught the foul bug in the first half and let the Crittenden County Lady Rockets hang around, but buckled down in the second half and walked out with a 70-46 win.
County falls to Webster in 2nd Region tourney
The first night of the girls’ basketball Second Region Tournament at Christian County featured the district winners grabbing both victories as Madisonville-North Hopkins took down Crittenden County, 70-46, then Webster County ended the Christian County Lady Colonels’ season, 62-39. Lady Colonels stall in loss to Webster Christian County was scrappy in the first half and saw some shots fall as well, but the second half didn’t do them any favors.
Colonels fight season of injuries to win district title
Christian County may have been the last of the three teams in the city of Hopkinsville that many believed would walk out holding the Eighth District Championship trophy. Given the fact the Colonels had only played one game all season with their entire roster in tact entering the tournament, the odds didn’t seem to fall in their favor. That didn’t stop Christian County.
Anderson signs to throw for Union College
Christian County had yet another student-athlete sign their national letter of intent and officially put the next four years in their path. Track and field athlete Percy Anderson put pen to paper on Friday afternoon in the Christian County media room, signing his NLI to be a thrower at Union College. Anderson said it felt great to officially sign to compete at the next level as a collegiate student-athlete. “It feels great, honestly,” Anderson said.
Boys' Eighth District Championship: Christian County 81, UHA 59
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