Through Our Eyes – 4/12/16

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Former two-time Olympian and Army wrestler Spenser Mango, of St. Louis, walks off the mat retiring from wrestling after losing to Jesse Thielke, of Germantown, Wisconsin, in the Semi Finals match of 59 KG in greco roman during the US Wrestling Olympic Team Trails Saturday, April 9, 2016, at Carver Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa. "When I first started trying to take my shoes off I thought I was just going to take them off real quick and get out of there because I knew I wasnÕt going to be able to hold my emotions back. I heard everybody cheering for me. You know, you go through your whole career I guess hoping that when youÕre done you feel like youÕre appreciated and the crowd was great," said Mango after his match. Mango competed on the US Olympic team in 2008 and 2012. Jeff Brown/The Hawk Eye

Former two-time Olympian and Army wrestler Spenser Mango, of St. Louis, walks off the mat retiring from wrestling after losing to Jesse Thielke, of Germantown, Wisconsin, in the Semi Finals match of 59 KG in greco roman during the US Wrestling Olympic Team Trails Saturday, April 9, 2016, at Carver Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa. “When I first started trying to take my shoes off I thought I was just going to take them off real quick and get out of there because I knew I wasnÕt going to be able to hold my emotions back. I heard everybody cheering for me. You know, you go through your whole career I guess hoping that when youÕre done you feel like youÕre appreciated and the crowd was great,” said Mango after his match. Mango competed on the US Olympic team in 2008 and 2012. | Jeff Brown

Nashville Predators center Filip Forsberg (9) is congratulated by teammates after scoring a goal against the Colorado Avalanche during an NHL game at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee, on Tuesday, April 5, 2016. The Predators beat the Avalanche 4-3, disqualifying Colorado from the playoffs. Nick Wagner/CSM Images

Nashville Predators center Filip Forsberg (9) is congratulated by teammates after scoring a goal against the Colorado Avalanche during an NHL game at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee, on Tuesday, April 5, 2016. The Predators beat the Avalanche 4-3, disqualifying Colorado from the playoffs. | Nick Wagner

Jennifer King models the class ring that she never removes, "It's a reminder of the success of finishing something," King said. Alyse Young

Jennifer King models the class ring that she never removes, “It’s a reminder of the success of finishing something,” King said. | Alyse Young

Soup and Nickel take a nap in the sunshine while waiting on a southbound freight train out of Bowling Green, Kentucky. Emily Kask

Soup and Nickel take a nap in the sunshine while waiting on a southbound freight train out of Bowling Green, Kentucky. | Emily Kask

Runners fly high as they leap the water obstacle on the women's 3000m steeple chase at the Hilltopper Relays in Bowling Green, Ky. on April 9. They must complete eight laps of the track, overcoming multiple hurdles and the water trap like in some horse races. Miami University (Ohio) took the first place honors with a time of 10:52.68 by Alesha Vovk. Gabriel Scarlett

Runners fly high as they leap the water obstacle on the women’s 3000m steeple chase at the Hilltopper Relays in Bowling Green, Ky. on April 9. They must complete eight laps of the track, overcoming multiple hurdles and the water trap like in some horse races. Miami University (Ohio) took the first place honors with a time of 10:52.68 by Alesha Vovk. | Gabriel Scarlett

Chadrick Wigle teaches students at his newly-opened BGKY Boxing Club in Bowling Green, Ky. on April 6, 2016. His experience as a coach at the NCAA Division I level has brought him dozens of new clients who were waiting for a boxing gym to open close to home. Whether or not it is school-sanctioned, Wigle will be leading a Western Kentucky University boxing team in the coming years. Gabriel Scarlett

Chadrick Wigle teaches students at his newly-opened BGKY Boxing Club in Bowling Green, Ky. on April 6, 2016. His experience as a coach at the NCAA Division I level has brought him dozens of new clients who were waiting for a boxing gym to open close to home. Whether or not it is school-sanctioned, Wigle will be leading a Western Kentucky University boxing team in the coming years. | Gabriel Scarlett

Kent State's Caroline Sauers jumps an obstacle in the 3000-meter steeple chase during the Hilltopper Relay April 9, 2016 at Charles M. Rueter Track and Field Complex in Bowling Green, Ky. Sauers finished 5th overall with the time of 11minutes 3 seconds.

Kent State’s Caroline Sauers jumps an obstacle in the 3000-meter steeple chase during the Hilltopper Relay April 9, 2016 at Charles M. Rueter Track and Field Complex in Bowling Green, Ky. Sauers finished 5th overall with the time of 11minutes 3 seconds. | Shaban Athuman

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Through Our Eyes – 4/5/16

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Joe Gray is in his third year of ROTC at Western Kentucky University. "I'm not really sure what I want to do. Maybe aviation or infantry," said Joe when asked what he wants to do during his time in the Army.

Joe Gray is in his third year of ROTC at Western Kentucky University. “I’m not really sure what I want to do. Maybe aviation or infantry,” said Joe when asked what he wants to do during his time in the Army. | Josh Newell

Drag Queen Geneva LaDiva dances to a performance of "Sweet Dreams" by Brooke Lynn Hytes at Play Dance Bar in Nashville, Tn, Saturday April 2, 2016.

Drag Queen Geneva LaDiva dances to a performance of “Sweet Dreams” by Brooke Lynn Hytes at Play Dance Bar in Nashville, Tn, Saturday April 2, 2016. | Abby Potter

Entertainer Aurora Sexton kisses an audience member after receiving a tip from him during a performance at Play Dance Bar in Nashville, Tn on Saturday, April 2, 2016.

Entertainer Aurora Sexton kisses an audience member after receiving a tip from him during a performance at Play Dance Bar in Nashville, Tn on Saturday, April 2, 2016. | Abby Potter

Chirag Ar, a sophomore from India, sneak attacks Saudi Arabian student, Mustafa Almarhun with handfuls of brightly colored holi powder during the 2016 Holi Festival hosted by the Indian Student Association on South Lawn at Western Kentucky University on March 19, 2016. Holi is a Hindu celebration of good over evil that is traditionally celebrated in India and southeast Asia. || Photo by Alyse Young

Chirag Ar, a sophomore from India, sneak attacks Saudi Arabian student, Mustafa Almarhun with handfuls of brightly colored holi powder during the 2016 Holi Festival hosted by the Indian Student Association on South Lawn at Western Kentucky University on March 19, 2016. Holi is a Hindu celebration of good over evil that is traditionally celebrated in India and southeast Asia. | Alyse Young

Hip-hop duo, Waco Bell, was formed in January 2015 by Scott Gardner (left), and Reuben Bynes (right) in Bowling Green, KY and has gained a strong following locally. Gardner lays down a synth beat and sings vocals while Bynes raps.

Hip-hop duo, Waco Bell, was formed in January 2015 by Scott Gardner (left), and Reuben Bynes (right) in Bowling Green, KY and has gained a strong following locally. Gardner lays down a synth beat and sings vocals while Bynes raps. | Alyse Young

Players compete for a jump ball at a pickup basketball game at Roland Bland Park in Bowling Green, Ky. on March 26, 2016. "It's my way to get exercise," said Anthony Hart (21). "I love watching it on TV, playing it myself. I have always loved the sport."

Players compete for a jump ball at a pickup basketball game at Roland Bland Park in Bowling Green, Ky. on March 26, 2016. “It’s my way to get exercise,” said Anthony Hart (21). “I love watching it on TV, playing it myself. I have always loved the sport.”| Gabriel Scarlett

Jasmine Mayes, left, waits for her brother Rydell, right, to finish his training at the Boxing Resource Center in Nashville, Tennessee on March 30. She has witnessed his transformation and 80 pound weight loss over the last year as he has made boxing his priority and begins the transition to the professional level. The next fights throughout this year will determine his path as he attempts to drop more weight and be able to fight in the 175lb weight class.

Jasmine Mayes, left, waits for her brother Rydell, right, to finish his training at the Boxing Resource Center in Nashville, Tennessee on March 30. She has witnessed his transformation and 80 pound weight loss over the last year as he has made boxing his priority and begins the transition to the professional level. The next fights throughout this year will determine his path as he attempts to drop more weight and be able to fight in the 175lb weight class. | Gabriel Scarlett

Rap duo of Alex "Lougz Gee" Gee, left, and Matt "Rosario" Vicente pose for a portrait. The Duo recently returned from The South by Southwest (SXSW) in Texas.

Rap duo of Alex “Lougz Gee” Gee, left, and Matt “Rosario” Vicente pose for a portrait. The Duo recently returned from The South by Southwest (SXSW) in Texas. | Michael Noble Jr.

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Through Our Eyes – 3/22/16

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Flint, Michigan - March 3, 2016: Pastor Alfred Harris sits on the stage of his church, Saints of God Church, in Flint, Mich., on Thursday, March 3, 2016. Harris is an active member of the Concerned Pastors for Social Action, a group that has been active in advocating for Flint residents amidst the city's ongoing water crisis.

Flint, Michigan – March 3, 2016: Pastor Alfred Harris sits on the stage of his church, Saints of God Church, in Flint, Mich., on Thursday, March 3, 2016. Harris is an active member of the Concerned Pastors for Social Action, a group that has been active in advocating for Flint residents amidst the city’s ongoing water crisis. |Brittany Greeson

Ra'jene Garrett, left, a sophomore elementary education major from Madisonville, and Domonique White, right, a junior family studies major from Lexington, rehearse a dance to Missy Elliot's "Lose Control" during the Omega Chi rehearsal on March 20, 2016 in the Downing Student Union auditorium on WKU's campus in Bowling Green, Ky.

Ra’jene Garrett, left, a sophomore elementary education major from Madisonville, and Domonique White, right, a junior family studies major from Lexington, rehearse a dance to Missy Elliot’s “Lose Control” during the Omega Chi rehearsal on March 20, 2016 in the Downing Student Union auditorium on WKU’s campus in Bowling Green, Ky. |Emily Kask

Members of Sigma Chi yell and flip off Miguel Barzel after his fight in the 165 weight class at the Sigma Chi Battle of the fight night competition at the Salon Conference center March 18, 2016 in Bowling Green, Kentucky. "Its fun to mess with them" said Barzel after the fight.

Members of Sigma Chi yell and flip off Miguel Barzel after his fight in the 165 weight class at the Sigma Chi Battle of the fight night competition at the Salon Conference center March 18, 2016 in Bowling Green, Kentucky. “Its fun to mess with them” said Barzel after the fight. |Michael Noble Jr.

Charlotte Smith is 95 years old, and has been living in Rochester, Kentucky, since 1932. She is the oldest living resident there, and gave birth to her six children in this house that she's living in now.

Charlotte Smith is 95 years old, and has been living in Rochester, Kentucky, since 1932. She is the oldest living resident there, and gave birth to her six children in this house that she’s living in now. |Emily Kask

"I find faith in everything," says Vervain. "Faith is everything to me." He lives a simple life alone in a trailer in the back country of West Virginia. His daughter lives next door and he can see his granddaughter every day. "It's a laid back life here," explains Verlian. "Not that giddy up and go...I've lived in the city--what do they call it?--the concrete jungle, I would know."

“I find faith in everything,” says Vervain. “Faith is everything to me.” He lives a simple life alone in a trailer in the back country of West Virginia. His daughter lives next door and he can see his granddaughter every day. “It’s a laid back life here,” explains Verlian. “Not that giddy up and go…I’ve lived in the city–what do they call it?–the concrete jungle, I would know.” |Gabriel Scarlett

Detroit, Michigan - March 4, 2016: Members of the congregation lift their hands in prayer during a noon service at the Az-Zahra Islamic Center in Detroit, Mich., on Friday, March 4, 2016. Az-Zahra's imam, a prayer leader, Hassan Qazwini, used the service as an opportunity to discuss voting and his view of Republican Presidential Candidate Donald Trump, who he said he believes is unfit to be president.

Detroit, Michigan – March 4, 2016: Members of the congregation lift their hands in prayer during a noon service at the Az-Zahra Islamic Center in Detroit, Mich., on Friday, March 4, 2016. Az-Zahra’s imam, a prayer leader, Hassan Qazwini, used the service as an opportunity to discuss voting and his view of Republican Presidential Candidate Donald Trump, who he said he believes is unfit to be president. |Brittany Greeson

Joan Payne was born and grew up in Rochester and now lives with her husband in Muhlenberg County. She bought this house in Rochester for $40,000 last year during an auction and is trying to convince her husband to move there. "I've traveled all over the world, Japan, Hawaii, every state. But here down by the river, this is the only place that feels like home."

Joan Payne was born and grew up in Rochester and now lives with her husband in Muhlenberg County. She bought this house in Rochester for $40,000 last year during an auction and is trying to convince her husband to move there. “I’ve traveled all over the world, Japan, Hawaii, every state. But here down by the river, this is the only place that feels like home.” |Emily Kask

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Through Our Eyes – 2/23/16

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Oralee Madison, 8, checks bull fighter Chris Russell's face paint before the start of the Lone Star Championship Rodeo at the L.D Brown Agricultural Exposition Center in Bowling Green, Kentucky on Sunday, February 14th, 2016.|Skyler Ballard

Oralee Madison, 8, checks bull fighter Chris Russell’s face paint before the start of the Lone Star Championship Rodeo at the L.D Brown Agricultural Exposition Center in Bowling Green, Kentucky on Sunday, February 14th, 2016.|Skyler Ballard

In excitement, little princesses crowded the stage as Ryelee Robinson, dressed up as Pocahontas, sang "Colors of the Wind," at Christ Episcopal Church on Sunday, February 21, 2016. This event was held by Bowling Green High School students to raise funds for the school's choral activities. |Weston kenney

In excitement, little princesses crowded the stage as Ryelee Robinson, dressed up as Pocahontas, sang “Colors of the Wind,” at Christ Episcopal Church on Sunday, February 21, 2016. This event was held by Bowling Green High School students to raise funds for the school’s choral activities. |Weston kenney

Gail Morton, 64, of Flint, Mich., sobs as she watches protestors gather following a scheduled march with the Rev. Jesse Jackson that made it's way from the Metropolitan Baptist Tabernacle Church over a mile to the front of the the City of Flint Water Plant, on Friday, February 19, 2016. "As a small child growing up you could almost see what our parents went through. We didn't have the rights. We didn't even have the rights to live in certain neighborhoods," Morton said. "I am so proud today, I mean, I am really proud." |Brittany Greeson

Gail Morton, 64, of Flint, Mich., sobs as she watches protestors gather following a scheduled march with the Rev. Jesse Jackson that made it’s way from the Metropolitan Baptist Tabernacle Church over a mile to the front of the the City of Flint Water Plant, on Friday, February 19, 2016. “As a small child growing up you could almost see what our parents went through. We didn’t have the rights. We didn’t even have the rights to live in certain neighborhoods,” Morton said. “I am so proud today, I mean, I am really proud.” |Brittany Greeson

2015 winners and current participants listen to the question segment of peers during the Miss Kentucky Teen USA Pageant which took place in Van Meter on Sunday, February 14, 2016 in Bowling Green, Kentucky.|Ebony Cox

2015 winners and current participants listen to the question segment of peers during the Miss Kentucky Teen USA Pageant which took place in Van Meter on Sunday, February 14, 2016 in Bowling Green, Kentucky.|Ebony Cox

In 2013, Rafey Wahlah moved from Lahore, Pakistan to Bowling Green, KY. There had not been another Pakistani student at Western Kentucky University for 14 years before Wahlah and friend, Daniyal Monnoo enrolled. In 2016, Wahlah was the Vice President of the Pakistani Student Association at WKU, which grew rapidly to upwards of 40 undergraduate and graduate students.. |Alyse Young

In 2013, Rafey Wahlah moved from Lahore, Pakistan to Bowling Green, KY. There had not been another Pakistani student at Western Kentucky University for 14 years before Wahlah and friend, Daniyal Monnoo enrolled. In 2016, Wahlah was the Vice President of the Pakistani Student Association at WKU, which grew rapidly to upwards of 40 undergraduate and graduate students.. |Alyse Young

Louisville junior Charles Buckner started dancing during his sophomore year at the Youth Preforming Arts School. Buckner recently won a FUSE grant to attend a conference in Texas this year, after which he will present his findings this time next year as a dance performance at WKU. |Josh Newell

Louisville junior Charles Buckner started dancing during his sophomore year at the Youth Preforming Arts School. Buckner recently won a FUSE grant to attend a conference in Texas this year, after which he will present his findings this time next year as a dance performance at WKU. |Josh Newell

--FEB 14, 2016-- Bowling Green, KY -- Dawson Turner, 17, of Sydney, Arkansas opens the arena door for his horse, Django. Turner, who has been roping for four years, competed in the Calf Roping competition at the Lone Star Championship Rodeo at the L.D Brown Agricultural Exposition Center in Bowling Green, Kentucky on Sunday, February 14th, 2016. |Skyler Ballard (Photo by Skyler Ballard)

Dawson Turner, 17, of Sydney, Arkansas opens the arena door for his horse, Django. Turner, who has been roping for four years, competed in the Calf Roping competition at the Lone Star Championship Rodeo at the L.D Brown Agricultural Exposition Center in Bowling Green, Kentucky on Sunday, February 14th, 2016. |Skyler Ballard
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Through Our Eyes – 2/9/16

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Nicky raises cocks for fighting in Mingo County, West Virginia at his family's trailer and usually bets between fifty and a hundred dollars on each fight. This is his main income source, but he stays clear of fighting in the big derbies in Kentucky because the bets are made in the thousands not just in a few bucks. "There is a real sportsmanship to this. It is a real sport," Nicky explains. | Gabriel Scarlett

Nicky raises cocks for fighting in Mingo County, West Virginia at his family’s trailer and usually bets between fifty and a hundred dollars on each fight. This is his main income source, but he stays clear of fighting in the big derbies in Kentucky because the bets are made in the thousands not just in a few bucks. “There is a real sportsmanship to this. It is a real sport,” Nicky explains. | Gabriel Scarlett

Hudson Sitzman of Ferdinand, 14 months, middle, pointed to a 3-week-old turkey while his dad Wes and grandmother Debbie Kerstiens of Ferdinand watched him interact with the animals in the brooders house at Kerstiens Farm in Ferdinand on Tuesday. | Erica Lafser

Hudson Sitzman of Ferdinand, 14 months, middle, pointed to a 3-week-old turkey while his dad Wes and grandmother Debbie Kerstiens of Ferdinand watched him interact with the animals in the brooders house at Kerstiens Farm in Ferdinand on Tuesday. | Erica Lafser

Dawson Newbold,16, of Housespring makes a call while taking a break from sandbagging on December 30, 2015 in Fenton, Missouri. The Meramec river is expected to crest at 43 ft late Wednesday. | Michael Noble Jr.

Dawson Newbold,16, of Housespring makes a call while taking a break from sandbagging on December 30, 2015 in Fenton, Missouri. The Meramec river is expected to crest at 43 ft late Wednesday. | Michael Noble Jr.

Ray "Raisin" Jones of Bowling Green helped his third cousin, Carleigh Frost of Bowling Green, 7, left, put her hat back on after it fell while she was feeding the ducks at Basil Griffin Park on Sunday, Jan. 31, 2016. Jones used to go to the same park with his own son, who is now 23. | Erica Lafser

Ray “Raisin” Jones of Bowling Green helped his third cousin, Carleigh Frost of Bowling Green, 7, left, put her hat back on after it fell while she was feeding the ducks at Basil Griffin Park on Sunday, Jan. 31, 2016. Jones used to go to the same park with his own son, who is now 23. | Erica Lafser

Rachel Cranor, 17, of Bowling Green, lies on the floor after walking the runway at the fashion show during the third annual Southern Kentucky Bridal Expo at the WKU Knicely Conference Center in Bowling Green, Kentucky, on Sunday, Jan. 31. “I didn’t pass out, I’m just tired” said Cranor. | Emily Kask

WKU president Gary Ransdell prepares to announce his resignation at the Regents Board meeting at the College & Career Center on WKU's Elizabethtown campus on January 29, 2016. Ransdell's retirement from his presidency will be effective June 30, 2017. | Emily Kask

WKU president Gary Ransdell prepares to announce his resignation at the Regents Board meeting at the College & Career Center on WKU’s Elizabethtown campus on January 29, 2016. Ransdell’s retirement from his presidency will be effective June 30, 2017. | Emily Kask

At six in the morning, when Judy's Castle opens it's doors, faithful tenants make their way inside for a warm breakfast and good conversation. Rita Porter has dined with her father, Fred Oliver since her mother's passing in 2014. At the diner, Porter befriended Jerry Blankenship who sits in the booth behind Porter and Oliver. "We come here every day" said Porter. | Alyse Young

At six in the morning, when Judy’s Castle opens it’s doors, faithful tenants make their way inside for a warm breakfast and good conversation. Rita Porter has dined with her father, Fred Oliver since her mother’s passing in 2014. At the diner, Porter befriended Jerry Blankenship who sits in the booth behind Porter and Oliver. “We come here every day” said Porter. | Alyse Young

Family, friends, students, and staff gathered in the Chandler Memorial Chapel on Western Kentucky's Campus on Monday, January 25, 2016 to mourn the loss of their friend and loved one Tammy Jeffries, Assistant Professor in the Department of Communications. | Lex Selig

Family, friends, students, and staff gathered in the Chandler Memorial Chapel on Western Kentucky’s Campus on Monday, January 25, 2016 to mourn the loss of their friend and loved one Tammy Jeffries, Assistant Professor in the Department of Communications. | Lex Selig

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Through Our Eyes- 10/27/15

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Western Kentucky Senior, Corinn Sprigler, wears a beard made of 1500 bees at the Downing Museum at Baker Arboretum, October 22, 2015. Sprigler is a member of the bee keeping club at WKU. JAKE HURDT

Western Kentucky Senior, Corinn Sprigler, wears a beard made of 1500 bees at the Downing Museum at Baker Arboretum, October 22, 2015. Sprigler is a member of the bee keeping club at WKU. JAKE HURDT

The sun rises over the a barn resting in the rolling hills of Frankfort, Ky., on October 23, 2015. BRITTANY GREESON

The sun rises over the a barn resting in the rolling hills of Frankfort, Ky., on October 23, 2015. BRITTANY GREESON

Before going to a local Halloween party, Ella Lemley, 14, of Frankfort, Ky., pause in the door way of the kitchen while wearing her hand made Phoenix costume at her family's organic farm in Frankfort, Ky. BRITTANY GREESON

Before going to a local Halloween party, Ella Lemley, 14, of Frankfort, Ky., pause in the door way of the kitchen while wearing her hand made Phoenix costume at her family’s organic farm in Frankfort, Ky. BRITTANY GREESON

Burlington's Community Development & Parks Director Eric Tysland walks up a staircase Monday, Oct. 19, 2015, during a tour of the Apollo School building in Burlington, Iowa. The former school was constructed in 1908. The city of Burlington is seeking a developer for the dilapidated facility. JEFF BROWN

Burlington’s Community Development & Parks Director Eric Tysland walks up a staircase Monday, Oct. 19, 2015, during a tour of the Apollo School building in Burlington, Iowa. The former school was constructed in 1908. The city of Burlington is seeking a developer for the dilapidated facility. JEFF BROWN

Trent Zinner (left), 8, hugs his father, J. R., before heading to bed. Trent is in second grade and suffers from apraxia, a speech disorder, sometimes resulting from brain damage. "We are very fortunate that Trent's mind is all the way there," J. R. says. "He's very intelligent. He just lacks the ability to express his frustration sometimes." WILLIAM KOLB

Trent Zinner (left), 8, hugs his father, J. R., before heading to bed. Trent is in second grade and suffers from apraxia, a speech disorder, sometimes resulting from brain damage. “We are very fortunate that Trent’s mind is all the way there,” J. R. says. “He’s very intelligent. He just lacks the ability to express his frustration sometimes.” WILLIAM KOLB

Topping of his look for a night of dancing at the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #1493 in Frankfort, Kentucky, Arnold Clark, 87, puts on one of his several cowboy hats in his home on Friday, Oct. 23, 2015. NICHOLAS WAGNER

Topping of his look for a night of dancing at the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #1493 in Frankfort, Kentucky, Arnold Clark, 87, puts on one of his several cowboy hats in his home on Friday, Oct. 23, 2015. NICHOLAS WAGNER

Virginia Hensley, 85, hugs her dog Jet after taking her outside on October 20, 2015. After VirginiaÕs last dog died last winter she vowed not to get another dog. That changed after a quick trip to the local canine adoption facility in Frankfort, Kentucky.ÓThere were a lot of pretty dogs, but he just stood out,Ó said Hensley. ÒIt is amazing how much dogs can love people, and Jet loves me.Ó HARRISON HILL

Virginia Hensley, 85, hugs her dog Jet after taking her outside on October 20, 2015. After VirginiaÕs last dog died last winter she vowed not to get another dog. That changed after a quick trip to the local canine adoption facility in Frankfort, Kentucky.ÓThere were a lot of pretty dogs, but he just stood out,Ó said Hensley. ÒIt is amazing how much dogs can love people, and Jet loves me.Ó HARRISON HILL

Leiajon Frazier, a cornerback for a local football team, the Gators, waits during practice at the Panther Athletic Complex. JUSTIN GILLILAND

Leiajon Frazier, a cornerback for a local football team, the Gators, waits during practice at the Panther Athletic Complex. JUSTIN GILLILAND

"I was the pumpkin because my husband took the clown costume,Ó said Ann Stansbury. Ann, 70, was one of dozens of citizens who dress up during the annual Party Night at the Senior Citizens Center in Frankfort, KY. HARRISON HILL

“I was the pumpkin because my husband took the clown costume,Ó said Ann Stansbury. Ann, 70, was one of dozens of citizens who dress up during the annual Party Night at the Senior Citizens Center in Frankfort, KY. HARRISON HILL

By Betina Garcia

April Cole is overcoming personal struggle living her dream of being a photographer in Frankfort, Kentucky, USA. Made a the Mountain Workshop with the coaches Bob Sacha, Liz O. Baylen, Leslye Davis, Julie Winokur and Josh Davis.

By Lauren Nolan

As you walk into Poor Richard’s Books, you might smell the stories of Jane Austen and Nancy Drew waft through the many shelves that hold tens of thousands of books. Walk upstairs to the attic, full of antique treasures awaiting their rightful owner.

The woman who owns this store, Lizz Taylor, uses the detective skills she learned at a young age from Harriet the Spy to help her customers find the perfect book – the perfect book that will find them at the exact right moment in their life and teach them something that they didn’t even realize they needed to know.

Lizz helps others escape the hardships in their life through escaping into the magical realities of stories. She doesn’t sell books. She sells ideas.

By Emilie Milcarek
On workdays Frankfort bustles with capitol business. After hours the city’s vivacious warmth rewards those wise enough to linger.

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Through Our Eyes: 10/13/15

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during a WKU-Middle Tennessee State University football game on Saturday at L.T. Smith Stadium. SHABAN ATHUMAN WKU’s wide receiver Taywan Taylor (2) dives into the end zone to score a touchdown during the WKU Hilltoppers 58-28 win against the Middle Tennessee State University Blue Raiders football game on Saturday at L.T. Smith Stadium.SHABAN ATHUMAN

Ayden Jones, 5, sets up fall and halloween decorations at his grandmother's house in Bowling Green, Kentucky, on October 10, 2015. Jones loves decorating for halloween, and plans to dress up as Olaf from the movie 'Frozen' this year. His grandmother, Jennifer Johnson, loves to oblige him with everything from window stickers to giant inflatable witches and ghouls. LAUREN NOLANAyden Jones, 5, sets up fall and halloween decorations at his grandmother’s house in Bowling Green, Kentucky, on October 10, 2015. Jones loves decorating for halloween, and plans to dress up as Olaf from the movie ‘Frozen’ this year. His grandmother, Jennifer Johnson, loves to oblige him with everything from window stickers to giant inflatable witches and ghouls. LAUREN NOLAN

Victoria and Fanny run from the waves while on Autumn holiday in Klitm¿ller, nicknamed Cold Hawaii due to its great surfing conditions. Located on the west coast of Denmark, Klitm¿ller is a traditional fishing village that has developed into a developing surf mecca. Since 2010 54 new residents have moved to the town of 822, most young families who have decided to leave bigger cities for the surf lifestyle. NICOLE BOLIAUXVictoria and Fanny run from the waves while on Autumn holiday in Klitmøller, nicknamed Cold Hawaii due to its great surfing conditions. Located on the west coast of Denmark, Klitmøller is a traditional fishing village that has developed into a developing surf mecca. Since 2010 54 new residents have moved to the town of 822, most young families who have decided to leave bigger cities for the surf lifestyle. NICOLE BOLIAUX

A suffer runs to the reef to catch some waves in Klitm¿ller, nicknamed Cold Hawaii due to its great surfing conditions. Located on the west coast of Denmark, Klitm¿ller is a traditional fishing village that has developed into a developing surf mecca. Since 2010 54 new residents have moved to the town of 822, most young families who have decided to leave bigger cities for the surf lifestyle.NICOLE BOLIAUXA suffer runs to the reef to catch some waves in Klitmøller, nicknamed Cold Hawaii due to its great surfing conditions. Located on the west coast of Denmark, Klitmøller is a traditional fishing village that has developed into a developing surf mecca. Since 2010 54 new residents have moved to the town of 822, most young families who have decided to leave bigger cities for the surf lifestyle.NICOLE BOLIAUX

Anna Larsson tends to her two month old while her boyfriend Victor Rosario tickles their youngest son Elliot in their hometown of Klitm¿ller, known to many as Cold Hawaii due to its perfect surfing conditions. Larsson is originally from Sweden and met Rosario when visiting the Dominican republic. They have three kids together and live in Klitm¿ller where Rosario is a surf instructor and Larsson works as a nurse. NICOLE BOLIAUXAnna Larsson tends to her two month old while her boyfriend Victor Rosario tickles their youngest son Elliot in their hometown of Klitmøller, known to many as Cold Hawaii due to its perfect surfing conditions. Larsson is originally from Sweden and met Rosario when visiting the Dominican republic. They have three kids together and live in Klitmøller where Rosario is a surf instructor and Larsson works as a nurse. NICOLE BOLIAUX

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Through Our Eyes- 10/6/15

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Business portrait of Ricky and Pedro Nu–ez who are the owners of Baja Autoservice specializing in the sale, maintaining and shifting of tires. Ricky Nu–oz bought the place back in March 2011 and opened it with his dad in april 2011. Last year the got in to an argument because they wanted different things. Ricky took his money and gave the shop to his dad and took off. He came back and now they work well together although it can be difficult working with your dad sometimes, Ricky says. BETINA GARCIARicky and Pedro Nuñez are the owners of Baja Autoservice specializing in the sale, maintaining and shifting of tires. Ricky Nuñoz bought the building in March 2011 and opened it with his dad in April of the same year. Last year they got in to an argument because they wanted different things. Ricky took his money, gave the shop to his dad and took off. After Ricky’s return the two now work well together, although it can be difficult working with your dad sometimes, Ricky says. BETINA GARCIA

 

Margaret Baker brings new life to old furniture and antiques at The Resurrection Shop, which she opened two years ago with her sister-in-law, Mary Dale Reynolds. Baker, a pharmacist by trade, converts consignment store wares, yard sale treasures and flea market finds into unique pieces for the home. "This is what I do for fun," she said. "I love picking out the pieces." The shop also holds classes, where members of the community can bring their own pieces of furniture and learn how to restore them. LAUREN NOLANMargaret Baker brings new life to old furniture and antiques at The Resurrection Shop, which she opened two years ago with her sister-in-law, Mary Dale Reynolds. Baker, a pharmacist by trade, converts consignment store wares, yard sale treasures and flea market finds into unique pieces for the home. “This is what I do for fun,” she said. “I love picking out the pieces.” The shop also holds classes, where members of the community can bring their own pieces of furniture and learn how to restore them. LAUREN NOLAN

 

Robert Gammon from Bowling Green Kentucky is waiting for his friends in front of Family Dolklar in Bowling Green, Ky on Friday October 1st, 2015. Robert is 19 years old and just got out of jail and is trying to get his life back in order. BETINA GARCIARobert Gammon of Bowling Green Kentucky waits for his friends in front of Family Dollar in Bowling Green, Ky on Friday October 1st, 2015. At 19, Robert just got out of jail and is trying to get his life back in order. BETINA GARCIA

 

10 year old Alex Murillo hides in a miniature cave in the play area of the Lost River Cave. Murillo and several other children spent the morning learning about nature and climate during the Fall Break Nature Discovery Camp. BRIA GRANVILLE10 year old Alex Murillo hides in a miniature cave in the play area of the Lost River Cave attraction. Murillo and several other children spent the morning learning about nature and climate during the first day of the Fall Break Nature Discovery Camp. BRIA GRANVILLE

 

Bowling Green's Christ Episcopal Church held their annual "Blessing of the Animals" on Sunday, October 4, 2015. The custom is conducted in remembrance of St. Francis of AssisiÕs love for all creatures. Interim Rector of the church, Judith Foster Reese, gave each animal at the ceremony a word of blessing, saying to each animal "May God bless you and keep you; and may the love between you and your human family be a sign of God's love." LAUREN NOLANBowling Green’s Christ Episcopal Church held their annual “Blessing of the Animals” on Sunday, October 4, 2015. The custom is conducted in remembrance of St. Francis of Assisi’s love for all creatures. Interim Rector of the church, Judith Foster Reese, gave each animal at the ceremony a word of blessing, saying to each animal “May God bless you and keep you; and may the love between you and your human family be a sign of God’s love.” LAUREN NOLAN

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Through Our Eyes-09/29/15

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Moriah Ruelez reacts after having cake smashed in her face as part of her 14th birthday celebration outside of La Luz Del Mundo (The Light of the World) church. At 14 young adults in the church are given the opportunity to decide whether or not they would like to stay with the church or leave. In this particular instance Moriah decided to stay. BRIA GRANVILLEMoriah Ruelez reacts after having cake smashed in her face as part of her 14th birthday celebration outside of La Luz Del Mundo (The Light of the World) church. At 14 young adults in the church are given the opportunity to decide whether or not they would like to stay with the church or leave. In this particular instance Moriah decided to stay. BRIA GRANVILLE

 

Fans wait for the start of an NFL football game between the Tennessee Titans and the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday, September 27, 2015, in Nashville, Tennessee. WESTON KENNEYFans wait for the start of an NFL football game between the Tennessee Titans and the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday, September 27, 2015, in Nashville, Tennessee. WESTON KENNEY

 

The Annual Honey Festival draws crowds of all ages to Leitchfield, KY. The festival consists of carnival rides, food carts, craft vendors and, of course, lots of honey. JENNIFER KINGThe Annual Honey Festival draws crowds of all ages to Leitchfield, KY. The festival consists of carnival rides, food carts, craft vendors and, of course, lots of honey. JENNIFER KING

 

On Saturday September 26, 2015 Elisa Yamileth is having her Quincea–era, which is a mexican tradition for celebrating a 15th birthday. Yamileth is being taking to the church in a horse carriage in Bowling Green, Ky where they family will gather for a ceremony. Her cousin Paco makes a selfie or her and her cousin. In the back her uncle Juan Barillas and two friends of the family got their horses dressed up so they could do a parade. In Mexico the quincea–era is considered a big thing when a young girl enters womenhood. BETINA GARCIAOn Saturday September 26, 2015 Elisa Yamileth celebrates her Quinceañera, a mexican tradition celebrating the 15th birthday, by riding in a horse drawn carriage down the streets of Bowling Green, Ky to the church where her family will gather for a ceremony. Her cousin Paco made a selfie for her and her cousin as her uncle Juan Barillas and two friends of the family ride behind them for the parade. In Mexico the quinceañera is considered a milestone when a young girl enters womenhood. BETINA GARCIA

 

A cyclist bikes up the hill on Avenue of Champions between class changes on Tuesday, Sept. 22. In 2013 WKU received a bronze level certification for bike friendliness from the League of American Bicyclists. JAKE POPEA cyclist bikes up the hill on Avenue of Champions between class changes on Tuesday, Sept. 22. In 2013 WKU received a bronze level certification for bike friendliness from the League of American Bicyclists. JAKE POPE

 

Dancers wait patiently back stage before performing in the annual Festival Latino de Lexington at Robert F. Stephens Courthouse Plaza on Sept. 19, 2015. The festival boasted a display of traditional dances from numerous organizations around the lexington area. HARRISON HILLDancers wait patiently back stage before performing in the annual Festival Latino de Lexington at Robert F. Stephens Courthouse Plaza on Sept. 19, 2015. The festival boasted a display of traditional dances from numerous organizations around the lexington area. HARRISON HILL

 

Florida International University sophomore middle blocker, Brianna Gogins, (9) attempts to block a hit by Western Kentucky University sophomore setter, Jessica Lucas, (1). The Lady Toppers defeated the Panthers in the first three sets. JAKE POPE

Florida International University sophomore middle blocker, Brianna Gogins, (9) attempts to block a hit by Western Kentucky University sophomore setter, Jessica Lucas, (1). The Lady Toppers defeated the Panthers in the first three sets. JAKE POPE

 

Paige Lauren McCord prepares for her role as Jean McCormack the mistress secretary in the Plaza Suite play by Neil Simon at the Phoenix Theatre in Bowling Green, Ky. McCord is a Music Ed major and takes part in various plays for fun and to gain first hand experience. MICHAEL NOBLE JR.Paige Lauren McCord prepares for her role as Jean McCormack the mistress secretary in the Plaza Suite play by Neil Simon at the Phoenix Theatre in Bowling Green, Ky. McCord is a Music Ed major and takes part in various plays for fun and to gain first hand experience. MICHAEL NOBLE JR.

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Through Our Eyes-09/22/15

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Greenwood Gator Noah Pillow,6, waits with teammates to enter the field against Logan County in a non-conference homecoming game at the Swamp on September 18, 2015 in Bowling Green, Kentucky. MICHAEL NOBLE JR.Greenwood Gator Noah Pillow,6, waits with teammates to enter the field against Logan County in a non-conference homecoming game at the Swamp on September 18, 2015 in Bowling Green, Kentucky. MICHAEL NOBLE JR.

 

Tommy Warmsbecker plays in his superhero costume at Potter Children's Home. He is one of 4 children of Sarah, who declined to give her last name, who lives in the single parent program on Potter's campus. ABBY POTTERTommy Warmsbecker plays in his superhero costume at Potter Children’s Home. He is one of 4 children of Sarah, who declined to give her last name, who lives in the single parent program on Potter’s campus. ABBY POTTER

 

Greenwood Gators Cole Kremlin, number 73, left, Kevin Fields, number 65, and Jackson Fletecher, number 69, pray before taking the field against Logan County in a homecoming game at the Swamp on September 18, 2015 in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Fields was emotional due to the loss of his brother Kyle Fields, number 61, who committed suicide in May. MICHAEL NOBLE JR.Greenwood Gators Cole Kremlin, number 73, left, Kevin Fields, number 65, and Jackson Fletecher, number 69, pray before taking the field against Logan County in a homecoming game at the Swamp on September 18, 2015 in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Fields was emotional due to the loss of his brother Kyle Fields, number 61, who committed suicide in May. MICHAEL NOBLE JR.

 

Left to Right. Lily Martin and Martin Junior, poked fun at their sister, Lidia, by imitating her as she pouted while waiting for her mother to get out of class at WKU on Wednesday, September 19, 2015. WESTON KENNEYLeft to Right. Lily Martin and Martin Junior, poked fun at their sister, Lidia, by imitating her as she pouted while waiting for her mother to get out of class at WKU on Wednesday, September 19, 2015. WESTON KENNEY

 

Marlene "Mo" Beach, left, was headed to a wedding when she was bombarded by a swarm of zombies in downtown Bowling Green, Saturday. Jacob Glass, right, participated in the Zombie Walk that was held to raise awareness and funds for the third-world tetanus crisis. WESTON KENNEYMarlene “Mo” Beach, left, was headed to a wedding when she was bombarded by a swarm of zombies in downtown Bowling Green, Saturday. Jacob Glass, right, participated in the Zombie Walk that was held to raise awareness and funds for the third-world tetanus crisis.  WESTON KENNEY

 

Members of the Daviess County High School football team put on their pads before their 49-21 loss to Owensboro High School on Sept. 18, 2015 at Daviess County's Reid Stadium in Owensboro, Ky. MIKE CLARKEMembers of the Daviess County High School football team put on their pads before their 49-21 loss to Owensboro High School on Sept. 18, 2015 at Daviess County’s Reid Stadium in Owensboro, Ky. MIKE CLARK

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