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More than a Doctor: Dr. Joseph Weigel presented the Dr. Hossein Fallahzadeh Public Health Hero Award
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somerset-kentucky.com | Steve Cornelius
After more than 40 years of serving the Lake Cumberland area as a medical physician, it would be fitting to honor Dr. Joseph Weigel for his dedication to his field of work. However, over the years, Dr. Weigel has become much more than just a medical physician. Dr. Weigel has been an outspoken advocate for the community for living a healthier lifestyle. Over the years, his message has been communicated through his words and his actions in community involvement. kAm~?
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somerset-kentucky.com | Steve Cornelius
The Center for Rural Development started in 1996. U.S. Congressman Hal Rogers and other leaders had a vision for it. The goal was to create a model for economic development at both the state and national levels. Besides hosting the local area's biggest events, the Center also aspired to be the nationally recognized model for successful rural development. The Center's latest broadband expansion project is a perfect example of that rural development.
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2 weeks ago |
somerset-kentucky.com | Steve Cornelius
Bambi Adams and several members of the Lake Cumberland Recovery team were invited to the White House to celebrate Beverly Aikins’ 10 years of sobriety. Aikins is the mother of the Vice President of the United States, J.D. Vance, and she was portrayed in the movie Hillbilly Elegy by actress Amy Adams. kAmq2>3: p52>D[ {2<6 rF>36C=2?5 #64@G6CJ x?E2<6 s:C64E@C[ H2D ?62C=J 2E 2 =@DD 7@C H@C5D H96?
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somerset-kentucky.com | Steve Cornelius
The Somerset-Pulaski County Chamber of Commerce recently announced the addition of Ross Corder as the Chamber’s new Business Liaison. Corder brings with him a wealth of experience and a deep connection to the local community. Corder will manage communication between the Chamber and local businesses. He will also help keep members engaged through personal contact. Coder already has long-standing ties to the Chamber and his involvement in the community.
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3 weeks ago |
somerset-kentucky.com | Steve Cornelius
Affectionately called “Spur” or “Coach,” Joan M. Spurlock was also known as the “Mother of Track and Field” in the local area. Spurlock spent more than 30 years teaching and coaching student-athletes at Somerset High School. On Thursday, March 27, 2025, Joan Frances Maggard Spurlock passed away at the age of 84 at the Jean Waddle Hospice Care Center at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital after a brief illness. kAmr@249 $AFC=@4< DE2CE65 96C 4@249:?8 42C66C :? E96 $@>6CD6E D49@@= DJDE6> 2D 2?
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