A state-of-the-art wellness center in Barbourville is set to celebrate its grand opening in mid-December.

Officials and administrators for Phase I of the Stivers Aquatic and Wellness Center will welcome the public to the facility on Monday, Dec. 19 at 2:00 p.m.

The center is named for Kentucky Sen. Robert Stivers, who was instrumental in securing funding for the first phase of the center. Sen. Stivers is scheduled to speak at the grand opening, as well as U.S. Rep. Hal Rogers and Gov. Steve Beshear.

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Union College President Edward D. de Rosset announced he will retire 18 months ahead of schedule in a move that will help the college secure permanent leadership by summer.

De Rosset, who announced in the spring he would retire June 30, 2013, is now scheduled to retire Dec. 31, 2011.

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During the October homecoming festivities, Union College recognized several local distinguished alumni, including a faculty member who has served the college for 50 years.

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