Blue Dasher Dragonfly

A Taylor County teenager who sings country music and calls herself a "Philly-Billy," as well as a collection of dragonfly enthusiasts and a Calloway couple who march to the beat of a different kind of drum , are featured of the next edition of Kentucky Life . Dave Shuffett and his dog Charlie host the program, airing Saturday, Aug. 4 at 8/7 p.m. CT and Sunday, Aug. 5 at 4:30/3:30 p.m. CT on KET1 and Sunday, Aug. 5 at 7/6 p.m. CT on KET2.

First, the program stops by the national conference of the Dragonfly Society of the Americas, held last summer in Cave City. The dragonfly, one of the oldest insects on Earth, inspires devotion for its gossamer wings and incredible diversity. Kentucky Life follows these enthusiasts on a soggy collection expedition.

Next, viewers meet Chad and Carrie Schott , a Calloway County couple who make beautifully decorated drums, rain sticks and didgeridoos from gourds and bamboo, each one unique.

Finally, Dave enthusiastically introduces a new singing sensation, Kayla Raganas, a talented teen from Campbellsville who's got a unique image to tout. The country singer calls herself a "Philly-Billy," since one of her parents is of Filipino heritage. This segment features her authentic country singing and her supportive parents, who vow to keep their talented daughter grounded as she reaches for the stars.

Kentucky Life is a KET production, produced by Joy Flynn. Segment producers for this program are Brandon Wickey, Cheryl Beckley and Dave Shuffett. Some Kentucky Life programs are available for on-demand videostream viewing at www.ket.org/kentuckylife .