Rodger Bingham
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Like his parents, grandparents and great-grandparents before him, Bingham was born, raised and continues to make his home in Crittenden, Kentucky. Married for over 33 years to his wife, Patricia, his proudest accomplishment is their daughter, Angela.
Bingham studied education at Eastern Kentucky University where he received a bachelor's degree of science for industrial education and a master's degree in education.
In addition to teaching industrial arts to students at Grant County High School, Bingham is a part time farmer and real estate investor. Previous occupations include ten years as Chief Executive Officer of a bank, owner of a lumber company and owner of a hardware store.
A self-described workaholic, Bingham is also inventive, diligent and able to adapt to different situations and personalities.
He is an elder at the Crittenden Christian Church and a member of the local Sportsmen Club.
His birth date is July 5, 1947.
