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Daily News for Wednesday, August 5, 2026
ACPC Preschool earns Kentucky All STARS Level 5 rating Adair County Primary Center Preschool has been recognized with the prestigious Kentucky All STARS Level 5 Rating, the highest distinction awarded through the Kentucky Department of Education's quality recognition system for early childhood programs. This achievement reflects the preschool program's ongoing commitment to providing exceptional learning experiences in a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where every child has the opportunity to grow and succeed. The Level 5 designation recognizes excellence in these four areas: family and community engagement, classroom instruction, staff qualifications, and leadership practices. The Kentucky All STARS program highlights early childhood programs that demonstrate the highest standards of quality. Receiving a Level 5 rating is a testament to the dedication and hard work of the preschool staff, administrators, and families who work together to support every child. Wes Irvin, Preschool Director, said "We are incredibly proud of our preschool team for earning this outstanding recognition. Their passion, professionalism, and commitment to our students is what makes Adair County Primary Center a wonderful place for children to learn, explore, and thrive. We also want to say a big thank you to Simpson County Preschool Regional Training Center for their support in helping us achieving this rating. The Adair County School District remains committed to providing high-quality educational opportunities from the earliest years of learning and celebrates this accomplishment as another example of its dedication to student success. 2026-08-05 16:46:53 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
Sleep better by moving the body, staying social If you are sleeping less than you used to, you are not alone and you are not necessarily doing anything wrong. According to the National Institute on Aging, sleep changes with age in predictable, biological ways. The deep sleep phases that restore the body become shorter. These are normal changes, not signs of disease. The challenge is that the body still needs roughly the same amount of sleep it always did, around seven to eight hours, according to the National Sleep Foundation. The need doesn't shrink, but the ability to get there does. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-08-05 15:26:22 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Health Care
Phillip Coffey - Hang on By Phillip Coffey Hang on in the bitter cold with burst of squalls of icy snow The glow of sweaty brows, sun beating down the heat - just short of a bleeding soul. Dare not let go, battle onward against the most dangerous of livid, foul-mouthed angry foe. Rest between the faintest breaths within your heaving breast. Carry onward among the mightiest of angry blows-seething for reasons never known. Light a candle for widows and orphans lost among the worlds most beautiful people - immeasurable cost. Look up to him that loves us most - dying on a rugged cross. 2026-08-05 15:15:41 | Comments | Printable version
Marilyn Pace Hayes, 70, Burkesville, KY Marilyn (Pace) Hayes of Burkesville, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at her residence having attained the age of 70 years, 8 months, and 11 days. She was born on Friday, November 18, 1955, in Burkesville, Kentucky, the daughter of Stella Pace. Marilyn was of the Christian faith, a caregiver and faithfully devoted her life to caring for others. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Charles "Ike" Pace. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-08-05 15:14:07 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Stephen Davis, 78, Russell County, KY Stephen L. Davis, age 78, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at His residence. He was born on Wednesday, June 16 1948, in Jamestown, Ky. He was a 20 year veteran of the United States Air Force, retired City of Jamestown Employee and member of the Church at the Springs. He was an avid card player, loved his family and weekend get-togethers, was a huge John Wayne fan, loved watching western movies and the Andy Griffith Show. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-08-05 14:29:39 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Words of Wisdom for August 5, 2026 From Miss Donna Rieder You will see whatever it is you choose to focus on. Donna Rieder's Clifty Creek Farm is located at 3190 White Oak Church Rd, Russell Springs, KY (visitors by appointment only). You can reach Donna by email at cliftycreekkikos@aol.com. 2026-08-05 09:46:49 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today
Football: This Kool Aid tastes different By Ryan Hoots Sports Director, UntdWeStnd.com Lexington, KY - Unlike Men's Basketball, hope doesn't spring from eternal optimism surrounding the Kentucky Football program. In fact, some might call the word "hope" a curse word if you've watched enough Wildcat Football over the years. We've all been in this position before. Every offseason has the buzzwords that fill social media and newspapers weekly. Phrases like "new energy", "culture change", and dare I say it "explosive offense" are thrown around to get clicks up and hype fans up before the first ball is kicked off of the tee. Then, by the time the leaves turn color -- so does the Big Blue Nation. You're lying if you can't say you've stood in the Kroger Field parking lot playing the "what if" or "if only this happened" game after a deflating loss. That is the reason I've tried to stay away from drinking too much of the Will Stein Kool-Aid. But darn it, the man has me excited. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-08-05 09:41:27 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
Lindsey Wilson University to hold first Summer Commencement By Duane Bonifer Before the Lindsey Wilson University community officially welcomes the Class of 2030 to campus on August 22, 2026, it will hold one more celebration of the Class of 2026. For the first time in school history, Lindsey Wilson will hold a summer commencement ceremony. The ceremony will be held at 2pmCT on Saturday, August 15, 2026, in Biggers Sports Center, 360 Spickard Drive, Columbia, KY. Tickets are not required for the ceremony. A total of 278 degrees will be awarded -- 37 bachelor of arts degrees, 237 master degrees and four doctorate degrees. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-08-05 09:37:52 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Lindsey Wilson University Birthdays and Anniversaries for August 5 Happy Anniversary, Chris and Kim Downs | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Anna George | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Ashley Stotts (1983) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Bailey James Bryant (2009) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Ben Coomer (1980) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Carol Salato Myers | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Clay Nye Ferguson | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Connie Brockman | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Connie Scott Gupton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Danita Riter | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Daryl Ray Rooks | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Donna Brockman Loy | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Fanny Curry | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Greg Jessee | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Harold F. "Fred" Taylor | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Hortense Edwards | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jarrett Brockman (2005) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Karen Sapp Fawcett | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Leanna Franklin | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Lelia Smith | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Lindsey Smith | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Roselyn Edwards | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Sarah Elizabeth Brockman (1999) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Sheila Sexton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tony Grant | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Will Shepherd | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Zowi Martin (2006) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Karen Gail Sapp Fawcett, Campbellsville, KY (1956-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Porter Lee Hamlett, Columbia, KY (1948-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Doris Irene Thomas, Jamestown, KY (1937-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bobby Joe Corner, Russell Springs, KY (1955-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Anna Louise George (August 5, 1934 - January 14, 2005) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Fannie L. Curry, Columbia, KY (1910) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Carolyn Faye Ballard, Casey Co., KY (1944) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Charles Stephen "Steve" Wheeler, Adair Co., KY (1955) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Frances Hope Tarter, Casey County, KY (1921) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary E. Luttrell, Casey Co., KY native (1945) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lillian Cox Davis, Casey County, KY (1921) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, May Rock, Taylor County, KY (1940) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Alfred Bryant, Green County, KY (1939) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Walter Richard Groce, Cumberland Co. KY (1944-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Elizabeth Glover, Taylor County, KY (1936-2013)= | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Donna Jean Hodge, Russell Co., KY (1942-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dimple Jane Gilbert, Russell County, KY (1926-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Iris Jeanette Shepherd, 85, Russell Co., KY (1930-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Herbert Caudell, 86, Taylor County, KY (1930-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mabel Trebor, 89, Russell Co., KY (1927-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Tina Rose Penick, 52, Summersville, KY (1964-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Roger E. Poynter, 61, Metcalfe Co., KY (1955-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Richard (Richie) Bennett, 38, Adair Co., KY (1978-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Charlie T. Warren, Taylor Co., KY/LaRue Co., KY native (1927-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Duncan Rand, Adair Co, KY/Oxford Co., ME, native (1940-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lisa Llera, Cumberland County, KY (1956-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Homer Leroy Jennings, 69, Metcalfe Co., KY (1948-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Barbara Faye Mann Wilson, 73, Russell Co., KY (1944-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lori Stephens Bragg, 54, Columbia, KY (1963-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jane Hope Hamilton, 72, Taylor County, KY (1945-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ruby Burton, 86, Adair County, KY (1931-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Michael Lee Franklin, 70, Russell County, KY (1947-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James Edward (Jim) Davidson, 65, Cumberland County, KY (1952-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sonny Dale Tucker, 70, Casey County, KY (1947-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ailene Whitlock, 68, Finley, KY (1954-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Alan Robert MacHattie, 89, Liberty, KY (1931-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Alma Furkin, 83, Columbia, KY (1939-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Alvin D. Giles, 84, Pellyton, KY (1937-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Betty Robertson Thorsen, 78, Russell Springs, KY (1942-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Billy Gene Humble, 81, Columbia, KY (1940-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bobby Joe Burton, 50, Knob Lick, KY (1971-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bonnie Cutler, Campbellsville, KY (1946-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Clifford M. Potts, 90, Louisville, KY (1932-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Daryl Rooks, 54, Columbia, KY (1968-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ethel L. Hammond, 91, formerly of Russell Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Evelyn Komosa, 102, Columbia, KY (1922-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Harry Ingram, 93, Columbia, KY (1928-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jack B. Garrett, 98, Columbia, KY (1926-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James Kenneth Perkins, 91, Campbellsville, KY (1930-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, JoAnn Davis Bragg, 88, Edmonton, KY (1933-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lucy Fay Vaughn, 81, Campbellsville, KY (1940-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sarah Coomer Smith, 85, Adair Co., KY native (1935-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Thomas Glenwood Richerson, 79, Campbellsville, KY (1942-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Treonna Wethington, 44, Russell Springs, KY (1975-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Venetta Barnett, 96 Taylor County, KY (1913-2009) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Winfred (Wimp) Simpson, 80, Greensburg, KY (1940-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Wednesday, August 5, 2026 All events are listed in Central Time. 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