Gwendoff 'Mac' McKinley, 91, Russell County native (1927-2018) 2018-10-08 - Florida - Photo from Mitzi McKinley Bault and the family in Adair and Russell Counties. "Gwendoff "Mac" McKinley was 91 when drew his last breath and went to be with the Lord on Saturday September 29th, 2018. He was born and raised in Eli, KY before joining the Navy at 17 to fight in World War II and served as one of the first UDT 'frogmen' but quickly changed rates to become an efficient and outstanding equipment operator and was able to operate any kind of equipment given to him. WWII ended shortly after he joined but he later participated in the both the Korean and Vietnam Wars. While serving in Vietnam he and his teams-built roads, warehouses, hospitals and bunkers that were essential support for other units. He constructed and worked on building bases, bridges and roads all over the world... In Winter Park, Mac and Lurlene joined Aloma Methodist church and he served there many years delivering bread and doing other service work in the community of Winter Park. The only things he loved more than UK and the Seabees were his girls, his wife and his family members. He met and fell in love with his wife when she was 17 and playing at a wedding..." Click this link to read his complete obituary. Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

Hummingbird at feeder 2018-10-08 - Indianapolis, IN - Photo by Kristine Gasperic. Wikipedia says, the ruby-throated hummingbird is a species of hummingbird that generally spends the winter in Central America, Mexico, and Florida and migrates to Eastern North America for the summer to breed. I've also heard that these tiny birds often fly non-stop across the Gulf of Mexico to get back to their winter homes. Scientific name: Archilochus colubris, Average life span: 5-9 years, Size: 3 - 4 inches, Weight: .07 - .21 oz Paired photo: Ruby-throated hummingbird Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

LWC Homecoming 2018 moments - Lariat Baker 2018-10-08 - LWC Stadium - Photo by Linda Waggener, ColumbiaMagazine.com. A young Lindsey Wilson College supporter, Miss Lariat Baker, was in the guest areas of the Blue Raider Stadium as the Homecoming football game got underway. She is the granddaughter of John Howery of Columbia who received the Honorary Alumnus Award at the Alumni Awards and Athletic Hall of Fame Celebration Saturday, Oct. 6, 2018. Read More... | Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

Ruby-throated hummingbird 2018-10-08 - Indianapolis, IN - Photo by Kristine Gasperic. Ruby-throated hummingbirds are bright emerald or golden-green on the back and crown, with gray-white underparts. Males have a brilliant iridescent red throat. These speedy little birds can beat their wings 53 times a second. They hover often and also fly upside down and backwards. Due to their extremely short legs, they cannot walk or hop. Paired photo: Hummingbird at feeder Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

Squarecrows 2018: Adair County Primary Center around the fountain 2018-10-08 - Public Square, Columbia, KY - Photo by Mitzi Bault, CM Staff. Squarecrows attracting attention around the historic courthouse in Columbia include this one by ACPC at the fountain asking for your vote because this is "where little kids make big wishes". Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

Look alert - it's Monday morning! 2018-10-08 - 455 Appleby Drive, Columbia, KY - Photo by Linda Waggener, ColumbiaMagazine.com. It's Monday morning, October 8, 2018, and you've got places to go. One of those places could include the Green River Animal Shelter (GRAS) to see if a cat like me, or one of the dogs that also have a place here, may just need to become part of your family. A human will answer the phone and provide more details when you call 270-385-9655.​ You can always stop by 455 Appleby Drive, Columbia, KY. Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

Casey Creek Lodge #536 F&AM Raffle Winners 2018-10-08 - Columbia, KY - Photo by Carper Hayes. Casey Creek Lodge #536 F&AM presented Glock pistols to the winners of their raffle fundraiser at Downey's Gun Shop in Columbia, KY, on September 15, 2018. Thanks to everyone who helped us and congratulations to the winners. Pictured from left to right are Joe Kimber, Junior Deacon, Ted Caldwell, Chaplin, Winners Jon Riley and Mark Sivado, Carper Hayes, Master, and Lloyd Alley, Senior Deacon. Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

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