Loaded Kelly Classic field brings star power, young talent, and defending champs to Russ Day Gym
What to expect from a field packed with youth, experience, and plenty of early-season storylines IVAN K. RICE I doctorofsports@aol.com PARIS, KY – The holiday season in Bourbon County means basketball, but this year’s Kelly Holiday Classic is shaping up to be more than just another tournament. Coach Kylie Hilander and the Bourbon…
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James Edward “Eddie” Soard
James Edward “Eddie” Soard, a cherished family man, passed away on December 19, 2025, at the age of 81 in Lexington, Kentucky. Born on November 7, 1944, in Paris, Kentucky, Eddie was a soul of remarkable character who left an indelible mark on the hearts of those he met. Eddie honorably served his country as…
Read MoreLinda Lou Wasson
Linda Lou Wasson, age 74, of Paris, departed this life on Friday, December 19, 2025, at the University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Linda was born in Paris on May 28, 1951, the daughter of the late Edwin Earl and Elizabeth Florence Carter Wasson, was a graduate of Bourbon County High School, a…
Read MoreLady Demon Classic: Freshmen Gabby Gardner and Emmalyn Ogden anchor Paris’ semifinal rout of Shelby County
Ladyhounds’ young posts shine while Molly Mason, Jamyah “MyMy” Bell, and Rose Hayden add firepower in 60‑29 win IVAN K. RICE I doctorofsports@aol.com WILLIAMSTOWN, KY – Behind the emerging interior duo of freshmen posts Emmalyn Ogden and Gabby Gardner, the young and inexperienced Paris Ladyhounds muscled their way into the championship game of…
Read MoreEugene Thomas “Petey” Grigsby
Eugene Thomas “Petey” Grigsby, a man known for his humor, adventurous spirit, and friendly demeanor, passed away on December 15, 2025, at the age of 81 in Winchester, Kentucky. He was born on July 28, 1944, in Paris, Kentucky to the late Henry and Lorine Blackburn Grigsby and grew up alongside a lively family that…
Read MoreJoy Waddles Blevins
Joy Waddles Blevins, a beacon of kindness and unwavering faith, peacefully left this world on December 21, 2025, in Paris, Kentucky. Born in Hindman, Kentucky, on June 25, 1937, she was a cherished daughter, sister, mother, and aunt who filled the lives of those around her with love, warmth, and joy. A long-standing member of…
Read MoreHope Anne Benzie Haight
Hope Anne Benzie Haight, of 62 Horseshoe Drive, widow of Robert Haight died February 28, 2011 at the university of Cincinnati Hospital. She is survived by her mother Joan Reynolds, Prescott Valley, AZ; five sons: James Terry Vale III, Jacob Alexander Vale, Phoenix, AZ, Robert William Haight II, Micah Joel Haight and Ian Richard Haight,…
Read MoreCatherine Maxine Hedges Craig
Catherine Maxine Hedges Craig, age 88, widow of Harry Craig, died Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at Baptist Health Lexington. She was born January 28, 1937 in Paris, daughter of the late William Henry and Ada Lee Conyers Hedges. After graduating from Bourbon County Vocational School, Catherine began her career with South Central Bell retiring as…
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