No Kings protest in Henderson draws an estimated 100
An estimated 100 people turned up for Saturday’s No Kings protest in Henderson. Local protesters joined with hundreds of other planned demonstrations throughout the country.
The nearly one-hour event featured local speakers and many holding signs protesting President Donald Trump and his policies.
Jayna Russellburg, an organizer who has been a part of most of the Henderson protests against Trump, spoke during the event, with a piece of talk focused on Henderson.
“We want a Henderson … for all of our people,” she said.
‘Horses for Heroes’ is Nov. 8 at Rolling Hills Equestrian Center
Local organizations and nonprofits are teaming up again to host the third annual, “Horses for Heroes,” a day of appreciation for first responders, law enforcement, veterans and their families.
These individuals are invited to a day at the farm for family fun from 12 noon to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 8, at Rolling Hills Equestrian Center located at 7088 Old Corydon Road, located behind Henderson Community College.
According to a release, this free event is a collaborative event to show appreciation of those who serve o community.
Horses for Heroes event will provide support through a fun, stress-free, family-friendly event that offers a resource fair, Mission BBQ, horses and children’s activities, said the release.
Additionally, the event is hosted at Rolling Hills and will incorporate equine/human interactions to promote emotional and healing support in a farm environment.
The event is in collaboration with Rolling Hills Equestrian Center, Healing Reins of Kentucky, and Henderson County Public Library.
Onsite activities will include children’s games, miniature horses, a walking tour of the farm, hayrides, horse grooming, a police cruiser, a fire truck and more.
The group is accepting donations of gift cards, monetary donations and letters of appreciation for those who will attend.
The group invites local businesses to donate $5-10 coffee cards, meal cards or other gift cards. They also invite schools, civic groups and the public to send notes or cards of appreciation to handout at the event. Thank a firefighter, police officer, EMT or veteran cards can be sent to PO Box 2027, Henderson, KY 42419 up until November 1.
For more information, call (270) 854–3150 or email horsesheal1@gmail.com.
Community Foundation of Henderson welcomes new board members
The Community Foundation of Henderson welcomed four new board members.
They are Sarah Courtney, Kendra Marsh, Jon Sights and K.T. Williams.
Courtney is a Henderson native with philanthropic leadership in the arts. She currently serves as a closing processor at Regional Title Services in Evansville and brings more than 30 years of professional, analytical experience as a paralegal specializing in real estate law to CFH.
Marsh is the CEO of St. Anthony’s Hospice, a community-based nonprofit healthcare organization where she has served since 2011. With more than 26 years of experience in healthcare, Kendra brings a balanced understanding of clinical care, nonprofit leadership, and organizational strategy to CFH.
Sights, representing the Men’s Bourbon Society, is a Henderson native and the former President of SITEX Corporation (acquired in 2024 by Cintas). SITEX, a family-owned uniform and linen service provider founded in Henderson in 1961, grew to serve Kentucky, Indiana, Illinois and Tennessee. Sights has a long record of service on boards supporting youth, special needs, addiction recovery, and other causes. Jon brings his business and nonprofit leadership to CFH.
Williams, both an attorney and CPA in private practice, has decades of experience guiding individuals, families and businesses through the intricate areas of estate planning, charitable giving, taxation and business succession. He works closely with accountants, financial advisors, and other professionals throughout the region to develop comprehensive plans that reflect each client’s goals and values— all abilities KT brings to CFH.
“We are pleased to welcome these new board members, whose breadth of talent and knowledge will help guide the important changes coming to our foundation in the months ahead,” said Dawn Kelsey, CFH board president. “The growth of CFH in recent years has been inspiring, and we look forward to sharing more exciting announcements soon.”
The new members join current directors: Dawn Kelsey, President; Brian Crafton, Treasurer; Kelly Schneider, Secretary and POW! Partnership of Women Representative; Chris Smith; Mark Weaver; Leanne Banna; Cyndee Burton; Chase Fulcher; and Emeritus Director Jennifer Preston.
The Community Foundation of Henderson (CFH) is a philanthropic organization offering donor services, endowment-building opportunities, and philanthropic advocacy. Through the power of permanently endowed funds, CFH helps donors achieve their charitable goals while enabling nonprofits to establish stable, long-term income sources. CFH serves the community by supporting initiatives that build a stronger, more vibrant Henderson.
Its work centers on four pillars:
- Educating our community
- Caring for our community
- Inspiring our community
- Improving our community.
CFH also serves as a resource for grant information and provides training and technical assistance to local nonprofits.
For more information, visit cfhenderson.org.