Somerset, Kentucky

The Pulaski County Public Library’s bookmobile.

Lots of people have collections. Few collect like Tammy Todd.

Somerset duo produces “The Season,” a Web-based series documenting their school’s football team.

Who’s the man who has kept Science Hill School children out of the boiler room for 40 years?

Bruce Bruce grew up on a farm and says he became a veterinarian because it would keep him in touch with agriculture.

Shoot safely. Eat what you kill. Honor the Lord. Ronnie Claiborne knows what he believes in.

Aaron is a varsity wide receiver who has six fingers.

Denzel Gaines refuses to be separated from the Bluegrass music he loves.

When it comes to Jessica Van Bruggen, the adage, “Don’t judge a book by its cover” fits perfectly.

Dan Dutton loves to get lost in creativity.

A couple and their six children build a life at Longwood Hollow.

Like many young waitresses, Christen Stoll has dreams of college and a professional career. But first, she must raise money to overcome another challenge.

The vista offers a dream sequence — and that fits Barry Burkett’s life perfectly.

In a world of uncertainty, help sometimes comes from unexpected places.

At age 95, Ira “Red” Cornett still gets to work at his machine shop every day promptly at 9 a.m.

Patricia Cooper had always wanted to learn to play the violin. Now, it’s about more than music.

Veterinarian Tammie Bumgardner’s compassion has saved countless locals animals

The answer to our prayers isn’t always what we expect.

The Sobiecks’ common interest propelled them from being just a couple to being two chefs running a successful catering service.

Tawana Collins wants the best for her daughter. But she can’t do it alone.

State Rep. Tommy Turner is equally comfortable hashing out legislation or roaming the farm.

A tragic choice four decades ago still shapes life for Pam Marrinan and her daughter, Charline.

Sixteen-month-old Bennett Tucker sees the dentist seven days a week, and seems to enjoy it.

Rhonda Wilford is the kind of friend you want when life gets really tough.

“Other people look at a burl and see disease. I see money,” says Chris Ramsey.

A terrifying sound challenges champion athlete Makayela Banks.

Local man, town have a passion for the classics

Small-town life turns out to be more satisfying than Renny Smith expected.

A nurturing spirit is what drives Francis Carter as she cares for her students and her birds.

Tammy Williams is a one-singer woman. Straight up.

Businessman J.D. Hamilton hadn’t intended to be a marina operator on Lake Cumberland.

Movita Michael explores her past through her art.

Johnny B and his wife Nellie grill nearly every day.

Jerry Gentry works long days, and he has struggled to stay in business. But he can’t imagine doing anything else.

Active Day of Somerset is a place filled with people who love.

These days Glenda and Jimmy Eastman are living the grandparents’ dream.

For Coach Robbie Lucas, life is about more than football.

Terry Moore built a business to begin healing a broken heart.

What Katie Dalton might achieve before she turns 15 is anyone’s guess but hers.

Wildlife Rehabilitator, Alan Sidwell, loves animals deeply enough to let them go.

The grass grows greenest right under Ruth Ann Burton’s feet.

Joe Neikirk runs his store according to the principles of his faith. Among them: Thou shalt not steal.

For Carter Muse the secret to a long life is hard work, family and the land

Alyce Grover refuses to give up on people — or animals.

Mariko Krause has a drive unlike ‘most any other teenager.

Adam Theodore was starting his senior year in high school when tragedy struck. Now, “family” is the most important thing he has.

Charles and Mark Bishop make their rounds on land that has been in their family for 97 years.

Elaine Wilson collects other people’s memories.

“They’re running the small farmer out,” Jim says, looking out over the pastures of his childhood.

When the life of Patty Loveless ended in June 2011, her husband Ricky began his life as a conductor.

Jerry can’t remember wanting to be anything but a barber.

Since Pastor Reggie Tipton came to White Oak Baptist, attendance has grown sixfold.

At Amon’s Sugar Shack, discussions about politics and sports can get as heated as the coffee.

Breezing through town in his white Corvette or on his Harley, Ron Jones stands out.

Bob Walther is the proud owner of three rat terriers, two of which are therapy pets.

Ask anyone in Somerset where to find a good burger, and they will point you to Lynn’s Lunchbox.

Julia Blenkhorn never leaves the house without kissing everyone goodbye.