Marilyn Grant Layton
Marilyn Grant Layton, prominent Kentucky antiquarian and antiques dealer for the last 45 years and co-founder of Loch Lea Farm and Loch Lea Antiques, died Sunday, July 6, 2025 at age 92. Lyn was at her Main Street, Paris store six days a week until a stroke on May 30 and never tired of the…
Read MoreVirginia Florence Alexander
Virginia Florence Alexander, age 82, passed away July 7, 2025. Born January 6, 1943, to the late Wilford Leonard Florence and Wilma Catherine Parker Florence, she was preceded in death by her brother, Terry Lee Florence. Virginia enjoyed spoiling her family, rug hooking with friends, cooking amazing meals, and loved to read mystery novels. Virginia…
Read MoreCharles Dwight Auvenshine
Renowned clinical and research psychologist, Dr. Charles Dwight Auvenshine, age 95, of Lexington, Kentucky, was promoted to glory on the morning of Thursday, July 3, 2025. Dr. Auvenshine was born December 18, 1929 in Formosa, Arkansas, in the foothills of the Ozarks, the son of the late Marvin and Elmer (Lowe) Auvenshine. He is preceded…
Read MorePriscilla Jean Golden
Priscilla Jean Golden, 48, died on Friday, June 27, 2025 at the University of Kentucky Good Samaritan Hospital, Lexington, KY. A native of Cynthiana, KY, she was the daughter of the late John Golden, Sr. and Kathy Nole Golden. She is survived by one son, Jamaine Murray and one brother, John Golden, Jr. In addition…
Read MoreSouthern Shine to host grand opening and ribbon cutting
Time to Shine, Paris! We’re putting the sparkle on Friday with a Ribbon Cutting celebration for Southern Shine Car Wash – Paris! Join us on Friday, July 11 at 12:00 PM at 1200 Dogwood Drive as we officially welcome this squeaky clean new business to the Chamber and our community! Whether you’re a fan of…
Read MoreTacos El Nino Brown to host ribbon cutting
TACO ‘BOUT A PARTY! Join us Friday, July 11 at 7:30 PM for a sizzling Ribbon Cutting celebration at Tacos El Niño Brown — Paris’ authentic tacos al pastor hotspot! Located at 1602 Main Street (beside BP), this food truck is bringing big flavor, bold spice, and mouthwatering tacos you don’t want to miss. Bring…
Read MoreKimberly Cameron Hutchison
Kimberly Cameron Hutchison, 64, passed away July 6, 2025. Born February 21, 1961 to the late Donald “Doc” Cameron and Marie Fernandez Cameron. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Donald Cameron II; a sister, Deborah Cameron; and a grandchild, Cameron Tyler Hutchison. Kimberly was a registered nurse at…
Read MoreMarleigh Estes will “leave her mark” when she graduates from Bourbon County
The senior-to-be is extremely talented on and off the athletic fields and courts IVAN K. RICE l doctorofsports@aol.com PARIS, KY – When it comes to playing multiple sports at the high school level, there’s no secret that many athletes, especially at small schools, will play several competitive sports where training is a must,…
Read MoreNoah Espy “N. E.” Blackwell, III
Noah Espy “N. E.” Blackwell, III, 92, of Paris, Kentucky passed away on July 2nd, 2025, after a short illness. Noah was born August 17th, 1932, in Plantersville, Mississippi, the son of Noah E. Blackwell, Jr. and Merle Durrett Blackwell. Noah is survived by his wife of 70 years, Joan (Joann) Vance Blackwell of Paris,…
Read MoreJosephine Stidham Gish
Josephine Stidham Gish departed this world on July 1, 2025, at the age of 75, in Paris, Kentucky. Born on November 4, 1949, in Hyden, Kentucky, Josephine imbued her life with care, love, and an unwavering commitment to her friends and family. Known for her kindness, thoughtfulness, and selfless nature, Josephine was a light of…
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