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Daily News for Sunday, March 30, 2008
Big Tree at Vester a monument to early conservationist The late Sam Loren Burton protected the tree, as do its present owners, his granddaughter Billie Kay and her husband Terry Farris. The tree was around when Adair Co. was organized, maybe when U.S. founded. By Ed Waggener The Big Tree at Mile Marker 5 on KY 206 at Vester is a very special Adair County landmark. The huge white oak is a treasure for Adair Countians, not only because of its majesty and history, but also because it lives today as a monument to a man who may have been Adair County's earliest true conservationists: the late Sam Loren Burton. "He knew the tree was special," his granddaughter, Billie Kay Farris, remembers. "He was the tree's guardian," she said. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2008-03-30 18:01:00 | Comments | Printable version
Art students may compete for $750/semester CU scholarships Art Department at Campbellsville University will hold annual art scholarship on Saturday, April 5, 2008; brunch will be provided for students, parents and guest teachers By Joan C. McKinney, director of university communications Campbellsville University is searching for talented high school seniors to compete for two art scholarships worth a total of $12,000. The university's annual art scholarship competition and workshop will be Saturday, April 5, 2008 beginning at 9:00amET/8:00amCT. in room 100 of the new Art Building across from Gosser Fine Arts Center on campus. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2008-03-30 12:03:12 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
Obituary: Jimmy Burton, 72 COLUMBIAMAGAZINE.COM OBITUARIES Mr. Burton was a member of Adair County's largest family. He leaves 20 descendants His wife Ruby Cook Burton , survives. Jimmy Burton, 72, Country Place Drive, Columbia, KY, passed away Sunday, March 30, 2008, at 4:30am, at his home after an illness. The funeral service will be Tuesday, April 1, 2008, at 11:00amCT, at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home, 210 Greensburg ST, Columbia, KY. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2008-03-30 11:34:21 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Just About the Smartest Dog of All Times: Old Raymond (ADV) What's Cooking in Adair County today: Scroll down to "Today, Sunday, March 30, 2008," to see what's cooking today in Adair County (ADV) This article first appeared in the last century in issue 17 of Columbia! Magazine, the old timey print precursor to the modern age ColumbiaMagazine.com, and was written by Ed Waggener. The full title appeared as: After a long walk up Old Springfield Road to Campbellsville and back, Hunter Fisher knew he had a friend at the end of the trail. It was about one of the smartest dogs ever in Adair County, and for sure the smartest ever in District Six of Adair County. His name was Old Raymond. His master could call home when he got to Springfield Pike, a little above Happy Hollow, and get Old Raymond on the telephone in Jericho, tell Old Raymond where the cattle where, and Old Raymond would come and take them home. To read the rest of the story, and see a portrait of Old Raymond, Click Here 2008-03-30 10:41:54 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local History
Jaycees Spring Derby is coming up April 5, 2008 The Adair Co/Columbia Jaycees are having our annual Spring Derby this upcoming Saturday, April 5, 2008, starting at 3:00pm CT. This is another one of our $10,000 dollar derbies so everyone that plans on coming should get there early for a good seat. We will be giving away cash prizes to several lucky spectators so make sure and be there. Thank You! - RODNEY FORD. 2008-03-30 10:24:16 | Comments | Printable version
How to contact Cpl Les Cook in Iraq CPL Les Cook is a radar operator. He has been in Iraq since October and will be returning to the states in next month. Pam Kermeen, who is organizing a program to keep Adair County soldiers in touch with Adair County folks back home, wrote, "Less has a MySpace page with more pictures of Iraq and Iraqi children waving and smiling." Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2008-03-30 09:22:40 | Comments | Printable version
Free bone density screening, Edmonton, Tues. April 1, 2008 There will be a free health screening Tuesday, April 1, 2008, 9:00am-1:00pmCT, on the Edmonton Public Square. The Bone Density Screening brought to you by Western Kentucky University Mobile Health & Wellness Unit. -GAYE SHAW, Edmonton-Metcalfe County Chamber of Commerce. 2008-03-30 06:07:34 | Comments | Printable version
Kentucky Trees #3: Black walnut supplies wood, food WE ALL LIVE IN A FOREST: 1) How to be your own tree research scientist. 2) Treeiffic information about the economically, environmentally important black walnut tree This is Series Column #3. For Series Column #2, Click here By Billy Joe Fudge Yes, we all live in the forest. I am 100% sure of it. I have proved it over and over and because I am in my "education" mode, I am going to give you an experiment as a homework assignment so you can prove it for yourself. This will be the easiest, least labor intensive homework with which you will ever be involved. In fact it will be a labor saver for many of you. For many others it will be a money saver. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2008-03-30 06:03:32 | Comments | Printable version
Today, Sun. March 30, 2008: Singalong at Plumpoint Baptist Scroll to end of Today! for several featured photos. More may be added. EVENTS: Spotlighting, in brief, today's events for Day 89 of 2008 (Leap Year - 277- days remaining).
ADVERTISING (ADV): Food, What's Cooking in Adair Co. Sunday, March 30, 2008 BOB'S COUNTY KITCHEN & GENERAL STORE, 5097 Liberty Rd, Columbia, KY, Vester Community, Phone (270) 384-6774. MENU Hours: 5:00am-8:00pm, Mon. through Sat. Sunday, 8:00am-5pmCT. Today's Hot Bar: Sunday: Baked Pork Chops in Mushroom Gravy. Fried Apples, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, with Corn Bread and Biscuits. Sunday special $5.89. Adair County's BEST cook to order breakfast! Breakfast (with Pie!) anytime. 40cent bottomless cup of coffee! We've been baking overtime: Best assortment of desserts ever! DAIRY DIP of COLUMBIA, Picnic at the Dip today! 114 Jamestown St., Columbia, KY. Open 10am-7pmCT every day of the week. Call: (270) 384-4644 for carryouts or to expedite your order MENU. Special Today:Fresh cooked just for you Corn Dog, French Fries or Tater Tots, Regular Drink Just $4.00! Compaare our Corn Dogs to those you've eaten anywhere. THEY ARE SPECIAL! DONUT EXPRESS - 605 Fairground Street, Columbia, KY 42728. Nick Warmouth, owner, operator. Open after midnight every night until 2:00pmCT. Call: (270) 384-8903 for carryouts or to expedite your order. TODAY: Donuts are ready now. Be the Hero in your Workplace Today! Take a dozen or two to work today! ($4.98/dozen=41.5 cents each, by the dozen!) MENU. Delicious Fresh Baked, Donuts Baked every day right here in Columbia. Glazed, cake, jelly-filled, plain, fancy and more! People drive from miles around to get them. Fresh brewed hot coffee, hot breakfast biscuit sandwiches.. Advertising: Auction calendar
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There is still hope for finding Squeeky, the lost parrot To ColumbiaMagazine.com Thanks. I appreciate all your help. Nice to be able to post Squeeky's picture on your magazine. I heard they found a bird lost in California in Nashville, TN.There is hope!Heidi Caron 2008-03-30 05:06:47 | Comments | Printable version
Columbia KSP Post 15 detectives investigating C-ville shooting POLICE REPORTS Campbellsville Police responded to a midnight domestic altercation. Police say armed man was shot twice after he fired at them when ordered to put down his gun. Adam Powell, 22, treated at Taylor Regional Hospital, then flown to UL. KSP Post 15, Columbia, KY, investigating shooting On Saturday, March 29, 2008, at approximately 11:32pmET/10:32CT, the Campbellsville Police Department received a 9-1-1 call in reference to a domestic altercation involving weapons at 506 Woodlawn Avenue in the limits of Campbellsville, KY. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2008-03-30 05:02:27 | Comments | Printable version
Good news from G.R.A.S.: Boxer & Pinto adopted; + 2 cat listings Two beautiful cats just became available for adoption Pinto, the puppy, has been adopted, but the Momma dog, Domino, still needs a home. Pinto and Domino photo The brown boxer has been adopted. Thank you! I am sending photos of two beautiful cats, Duke and Kirby, who both need homes now. Heather Evans Green River Animal Shelter A Puppy, Dog, Kitten or Cat Just for You Is Waiting at GREEN RIVER ANIMAL SHELTER, 455 Jim Blair Road (take Appleby Drive off KY 55 at Columbia Church of Nazarene; Jim Blair Road goes around Adair Youth Development Center), Columbia, KY. Phone (270) 385-9655. ANIMALS CLASSIFIEDS 2008-03-30 05:01:27 | Comments | Printable version
GIGO Diary, for 2008-03-29: Glass recyclable, never wears out Home canning is making a comeback these days. Markets are already stocked with canning jars and supplies, getting ready for garden season. Growing your own garden is a Triple: Win, Win, Win, as explained below. By Barbara Armitage GIGO Diary of a Recycler: Everyday we are going to follow my garbage to see just how close I can come to eliminating my contribution the landfills in America Today is Saturday, March 29, 2008. Posted 2008-03-30. Click Here for yesterday's GIGO Diary. The growing season hasn't even officially begun yet and the store shelves are already full of canning jars and supplies. Talk about putting the cart before the horse. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2008-03-30 04:11:23 | Comments | Printable version
Kentucky Afield radio show back on the air Kentucky Afield radio is back on the air following a three-year hiatus. Tim Farmer, host of the "Kentucky Afield" television series, also serves as host of the radio show. Each Sunday night from 6-8pmET/5-7pmCT. Central, Farmer and guests will discuss issues of importance to hunters, anglers and outdoor enthusiasts. Listeners also have the chance to have their questions answered during a live call-in segment of the show. Originating from WKYW-AM 1490 in Frankfort, Kentucky Afield radio will also air on WKCM-AM 1160 in Hawesville, WBGN-AM 1340 in Bowling Green, WNBS-AM 1340 in Murray, WLYE-FM 94.1 in Glasgow, and WLXO-FM 96.1-FM in Lexington. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2008-03-30 03:17:35 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
Letter: God's Yellow Pages good online reference To ColumbiaMagazine.com: Let your fingers do the walking, in "God's Yellow Pages." This really took some doing to set up. It's a great online Bible reference. Just click here for: God's Yellow Pages s/Annette Richards 2008-03-30 03:05:05 | Comments | Printable version Birthdays and Anniversaries for March 30 Happy Birthday, Addie Bennett (2007) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Andrea Cowan | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Christine Gilpin (1923) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Dr. Bill Scott | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Dustin Morrison (1988) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Emma Burton (2011) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Mattie Burton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Sarah Keltner Simmons (1987) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Shawntae Burton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy birthday, Sophie Kimbler | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tommy Judd | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday Lester D. Story, 91, Campbellsville (1924-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mitsuko (Mickey) Mershon, Campbellsville, KY (1928-2020) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Paul Green, Sr., Adair Co., KY (1923) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Paul Francis Cormier, Burkesville, KY (1933 | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Richard Lee Carter, Russell Co., KY (1948) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Joe Caldwell, Green Co., KY (1945-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jack T. Miller, 79, Knifley, Adair Co., KY (1935-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Tori Shay McKenzie, Crestwood, KY (d. 23 Jul 2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, George W. (Junior) Bryson, 79, Adair Co., KY (1936-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Froedge Tanski, 92, Green Co., KY (1923-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Marie Burton Sallee, 93, Adair Co., KY native (1922-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Gary Lynn, Casey Co., KY (1950-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jim Young, Casey Co., KY (1943-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Norma Sue Smith, 75, Russell County, KY (1941-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ivan Milby, Green Co., KY (1929-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Audrey Lois (Parnell) Blaydes, Metcalfe Co., KY (1930-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, John Paul Haggard, Jr. (Shuee), Casey Co., KY (1972-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Gloria Joyce (Ivey) Black, Cumberland Co., KY (1935-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Robert Lee (Bobby) Watson, Green Co., KY/Marion Co., KY native (1938-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rita Nelson Cobb, 76, Taylor County, KY (1942-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Angela Kaye Hayes, 47, Edmonton, KY (1975-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Cleadus Kessler McMahan, 93, Green Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Effie Irene Humphress (1932-2011) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Elizabeth (Betty) Jewell Davis Simpson, Green Co., KY (1932-2012) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Forest Rhinehart, 95, Taylor County, KY (1924-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Garland Wright, 84, Campbellsville, KY (1938-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Geneva Sullivan, 90, Campbellsville, KY (1932-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Imogene Bryant, 88, Columbia, KY (1933-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Irvin Wright, 97, Campbellsville, KY (1924-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Joey Bott, 42, Campbellsville, KY (1981-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Laverne Feese Kennon, 86, Adair Co., KY native (1935-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lillie Wright, 84, Cundiff Community, Adair Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lorraine (Rainy) Robertson Jones, 73, Russell Springs, KY (1948-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Sue Judd VanArsdale, 79, Greensburg, KY (1942-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rachel Blankenship, 73, Taylor Co., KY (1943-2016) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ralph Porter Dowell, 81, Metcalfe County, KY native Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Robert McAninch, 71, Waynesburg, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Stariett Johnson, 78, Columbia, KY (1943-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William A. Robison (1949) | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Sunday, March 30, 2008 All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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