Miner of the Year
The Miner of the Year Award is presented annually by the Kentucky Crushed Stone Association to recognize the outstanding contributions to the aggregates industry by an individual. As a respected leader in the industry, this individual's distinguished achievements in the industry in Kentucky and KCSA deserve special recognition. Individuals nominated for this award exemplify the very best in their profession and continually bring credit to the industry and to their entire community. These individuals contribute significantly to the aggregates industry by providing a safe working environment, being innovative in problem-solving, demonstrating a concern for the environment, and contributing to the betterment of his/her community through civic and community affairs activities.
Year |
Name |
Company |
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2025 |
Patrick Hamilton |
Nally Gibson Georgetown |
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2024 |
Stanley Sallee |
Mago Construction Company |
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2023 |
Donnie Spencer |
Hinkle Contracting Co., LLC. |
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2022 |
Eddie Winters |
Harrod Concrete and Stone |
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2020 |
William Lee Devers |
Harrod Concrete and Stone |
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2019 |
Ed Gum |
Haydon Materials |
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2018 |
James Shell |
Sterling Materials |
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2015 |
Ronald H. Gray |
Kentucky Crushed Stone Association |
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Ed Elliott |
Rogers Group, Inc. |
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Sammy Linville |
Carmeuse Lime & Stone, Inc. |
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2014 |
Billy Pennington |
Mercer Stone Company |
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2012 |
Wesley Spearman |
Gaddie Shamrock, LLC |
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2008 |
Donnie Spencer |
Hinkle Contracting Co., LLC |
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2006 |
Ed Elliott |
Rogers Group, Inc. |
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2005 |
Nick Hollcroft |
KOSMOS Cemex |
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2002 |
Nat Roush |
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2000 |
Clarence Wallace |
Bourbon Limestone |
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