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Daily News for Wednesday, December 8, 2010
LWC student leads drive for toys for abused children More than 200 stuffed animals collected for the Lake Cumberland Children's Advocacy Center Click on headline for story plus photo By Duane Bonifer News from Lindsey Wilson College A Lindsey Wilson College student has made a traumatic experience a little less trying for area children. Lindsey Wilson student Sydney Bird of Louisville, KY, recently led a drive that collected stuffed animals for the Lake Cumberland Children's Advocacy Center. The drive collected more than 200 stuffed animals from LWC students, faculty and staff. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2010-12-08 21:15:48 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today
CU signs partnership with area school districts Pact is for pre-service and in-service teacher training, with Green Co., Marion Co., Taylor County and Campbellsville Independent, and Larue School County Districts Click on headline for story plus photo(s) By Joan C. McKinney News from Campbellsville university Campbellsville University has signed collaborative agreements with five school systems to cooperate with one another in pre-service and in-service teacher training. The agreement covers a five-year period (through August 2015) at which time evaluation will be conducted to determine extension of the collaboration agreement. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2010-12-08 20:07:36 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
Obituary: Mrs. Gladys Berry Pruitt, 92, Green Co., KY She was a member of the South Greensburg Baptist Church. She was retired from Fruit of the Loom, Campbellsville, KY, where she worked as an examiner, in 1980 and was a homemaker Click on headline for full obituary with photo(s) Mrs. Gladys Susan Berry Pruitt, 92, of Greensburg, KY departed this life on Wednesday, December 08, 2010 at the Taylor Regional Hospital, Campbellsville, KY. The funeral services for Mrs. Gladys Berry Pruitt will be conducted at 1pmCT, Friday, December 10, 2010 at the Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home, 206 S. Main ST, Greensburg, KY, with burial to follow in the Bethlehem Cemetery. Rev. Gilbert Larimore, Robert Adkins and James T. Jeffries will be officiating. Visitation is requested from 2pm to 9pmCT, Thursday, December 9, 2010 at the Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home and after 7amCT, Friday, December 10, 2010, until time of the funeral service. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2010-12-08 19:29:00 | Comments | Printable version
Annex white kitten reunited with owner Joyce M Coomer writes:Her owner picked her up yesterday afternoon. Thanks for posting this! - JoyceComments above re article 41028: White kitten found in Courthouse Annex parking lot 2010-12-08 18:51:34 | Comments | Printable version
LWC students enjoy a Midnight Breakfast Ten year old tradition breaks record for number of participants By Duane Bonifer More than 1,000 Lindsey Wilson College students took a break from studying for finals on late Tuesday night. The students were guests at the LWC Office of Residence Life's semiannual "Midnight Breakfast" in Roberta D. Cranmer Dining & Conference Center That's the largest number of students who have participated in the event since it began more than 10 years ago. The Cranmer Dining & Conference Center staff prepared the breakfast - which actually got under way at 11pmCT and concluded at 1amCT - and members of the Office of Residence Life served students LWC students are taking fall semester finals this week. The college's 92nd commencement ceremony will be held at 10:30amCT on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at Biggers Sports Center, 360 Spickard DR, Columbia, KY. 2010-12-08 18:47:15 | Comments | Printable version
ACHS Tribe Time helps students catch up Tribe Time is name given to Response-to-Intervention program, a program which checks student progress with testing, and gives special instruction to those not on track By Tracey Pierce The Adair County High School is currently integrating "Tribe Time" into our students' schedules. "Tribe Time" is a two week period of time set aside during each trimester to implement RTI (Response-To-Intervention.) Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2010-12-08 16:18:28 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
3 arrested after high speed pursuit by up to 20 units Chase began with call from Taylor 911 to KSP Post 15, Columbia, KY. Suspect in Chevy Camaro led lawmen through Green and Taylor Counties, finally being stopped with stingers on Meader Street in Campbellsville, KY, and a brief foot chase at that location. For now, they are held in the Taylor Co. Detention Center, Campbellsville, KY. At one point in chase, suspects attempted a home invasion, but gunfire from the resident sent them back on the road. By TFC Wm. Gregory, Public Affairs officer Kentucky State Police Post 15, Columbia, KY Columbia, KY - Three people have been arrested following a pursuit through two counties that lasted almost one hour and involved 20 plus law enforcement officers from 5 different agencies. The Kentucky State Police have arrested:
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Card of Thanks from family of Gerald O. Carter Tammy Morrison writes: Thanks to everyone that showed concern during the difficult loss of our dad, Gerald. Whether you called us on the phone, visited with us, sent flowers, cards, etc. or shared with us a story about our dad and especially for the prayers that you prayed & continue to pray for us. Words could never express our heartfelt thanks. A special "Thank You" to David, Kathy Martin & Blake at Grissom Funeral Home. Your kindness was definitely above and beyond. Special thanks to Brother Jim Goff and his lovely wife and to Free Union Church for helping with the service as well as the meal prepared afterwards. Last but not least, "Thank you," to our pastor Elbert Hadley and our wonderful Church family. Your acts of kindness will long be remembered!About: Obituary, Gerald O. Carter, 63 ,Russell Springs KY 2010-12-08 14:08:12 | Comments | Printable version
Obituary: Murrel Jay Kessel, 68, Louisville, KY Murrel Jay Kessel, 68, of Louisville, KY, died at 7:12pmET, Tuesday, December 7, 2010 in Washington Court House, OH. The graveside service will be at 11amET, Thursday, December 9, 2010 at Jones Chapel Cemetery, on the Taylor/Casey County line on Bass Ridge RD, Elkhorn, KY, by Rev. Jimmie Knifley. There will be no visitation. Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home, 418 Lebanon AV, in charge of arrangements. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2010-12-08 12:43:36 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
We now have a winner: Mystery neighborhood is Russell Heights! The fourth entry in the Know Your County Better Mystery Neighborhood Contest is a Winner!
2010-12-08 12:25:26 | Comments | Printable version
Know your neighborhood entry No. 3: Westlake Entry: Mystery Neighborhood No. 1: For Lunch or dinner on CM today Third Mystery answer comes in Barbara Hancock writes: The home in the picture is located between the Health Department and Westlake Regional Hospital, but, you must go thru the electronic gate to access it.? -BarbaraAnother good guess. But still not this neighborhood We now know it's not Bull Run or Churchill Place, or the Westlake Regional Hospital Neighborhood. -EW 2010-12-08 11:54:24 | Comments | Printable version
Know Your County Better Mystery answer No. 2 Jessica Froedge writes:Is it the Bull Run neighborhood? -Jessica She chose Daniel's Mexican Restaurant.Another good guess. It does have a resemblance to the Frank Lloyd Barbee falling waters home. But it's not. You're welcome to try again, and we hope you'll include your choice of restaurant today. We now know it's not Bull Run or Churchill Place -EW 2010-12-08 11:42:17 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Food
Know your County Better entry No. 1 Entry: Mystery Neighborhood No. 1: For Lunch or dinner on CM today Amy L Thompson writes: Is this Churchill Place?Good guess. The house looks like some there, and your answer is in the right county. You're welcome to try again, and we hope you'll include your choice of restaurant today. Now the world knows at least one neighborhood it's not! Thanks! 2010-12-08 11:35:58 | Comments | Printable version
Congratulations to Abagail Robertson, from her Nana Vicky Compton writes: I am so proud of you, Abagail (Robertson), for working hard in your studies!! It is a privilege to be able to go to school and learn all you can from others!! Keep up the good work!! Love you-Nana!Above comments re photo 38253: Russell Co., KY Middle School Girls Exploring Math, Science 2010-12-08 10:40:58 | Comments | Printable version
High speed, 3-county chase drama ends in Campbellsville, KY Pursuit of White Camaro went through 3 counties: Adair, Green, and Casey, ending on Meader ST, Campbellsville, KY, at around 10:00amET/9amCT, Wednesday morning, December 8, 2010. Limited information is available at the moment, but a dramatic 3-county high speed chase, involving Kentucky State Police and other law enforcement, has ended with three individuals in custody at the Taylor Co. Regional Jail, in Campbellsville, KY, according to TFC Billy Gregory, Public Affairs officer at Kentucky State Police Post in Columbia, KY. The chase ended near the cable company office on Meader Street in Campbellsville at about 10amET, after passing through part of Northern Adair Co., the Ebenezer area of Green Co., Greensburg, Summersville, and Kentucky 210 in Taylor Co., KY. The individuals were taken without further incidence after the police deployed "Stingers" to puncture the tires on the vehicle, a white Camaro. One was taken to Taylor Regional Hospital, Campbellsville, KY, Gregory said. Gregory said that the police are still sorting through the possible charges. Because multiple jurisdictions are involved, the paperwork is taking longer. Gregory said that the investigation now is focusing on possible connects to attempted burglaries, home invasion, and possibly many more charges. More details as they are received 2010-12-08 09:50:55 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Columbia Police arrest two individuals on Tuesday Columbia, KY, Police arrested two individuals on Tuesday, December 7, 2010:
-Sgt Gary Roy, Columbia Police Department 2010-12-08 09:21:17 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Grandson of John Roy, Mayor of Royville, sends more on Mayor Greg Chumbley writes: John Roy was my maternal grandfather:Above Comments re article 38641: John Roy was the unofficial mayor Royville KY by "Jim." 2010-12-08 09:13:32 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local History
Book signing today for SUN. with CM contributor Carol Perkins There will be a book signing today for Metcalfe County author Carol Perkins, a regular and popular Sunday on CM contributor. The event will be today, Wednesday, December 8, 2010, at the Metcalfe Co. Library, 200 S. Main, Edmonton, KY, from 11:30am until 3pmCT. Carol will be signing copies of her new book, "Let's Keep Talking About . . . " and books will be available for purchase at a special two books for $25, which includes her first book as well as the latest one. 2010-12-08 08:54:30 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Books
Sad word of the passing of Martha Pedigo Coleman, in Oregon The sad word has reached us, Tuesday afternoon, December 7, 2010, of the passing of Martha Pedigo Coleman, at age 97, in Oregon. She was a truly remarkable Metcalfe Countian who kept close ties with her relatives and friends in Edmonton throughout her days. Funeral arrangements were still incomplete at the time of this posting. 2010-12-08 01:00:33 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
House in Little Cake Community sustains heavy fire damage By Donald Hare, Public Affairs Officer Adair County Fire Department The Adair County Fire Dept responded at 3:59pmCT, Tuesday, December 7, 2010, to a house fire at 2758 Little Cake RD, Columbia, KY, to a home owned by Steve Henry and occupied by Drew and Vicki Hodges. The house received major damage to two of the bedrooms and heavy smoke and water damage throughout. There were 18 firemen on the scene for 1.5 hours. Donald Hare, Program Director 2010-12-08 00:24:19 | Comments | Printable version
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Call (270) 250-3924 for additional information 2010-12-08 00:17:31 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today Birthdays and Anniversaries for December 8 Happy Anniversary, Loy and Rita Coomer | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Sharon and Steve Stotts | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Troy and Beth Kimbler (1995) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Christa Celeste Bardin (2001) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Grayson Lee (2014) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Hayley Elizabeth Coffey (2005) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jaclyn Smith | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jo Schorman (1958) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Kelly Holland (1968) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Lynda Wilkerson | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Marcy McCanmmish | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Nona M. Hadley (1922) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Phillip Franklin (1972) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Red Burris | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Talyn Wheeler | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tamara Keen | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tevin Harvey (2004) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Orphra Hreha, 88, Casey County, KY (1928-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William Eudean Workman, Greensburg, KY (1926-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ella J. Holmes, Campbellsville, KY (1931-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Leslie Brown (Red) Thrasher, Burkesville, KY (1939-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Charles Thomas (Tom) Milby, Campbellsville, KY (1942-2020) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James Robert AtkinsonTaylor Co., KY (1966) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Susan Grant, Adair Co., KY (1964) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Delma Lee McQueary, Russell Co., KY (1921) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bonnie Sue Gaffron, Adair County, KY (1950) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Vaughan Sharp, Taylor County, KY (1937-2012) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Charlene Dowell Dunbar, Russell County, KY (1947) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Boyce W. Pickett, Green County, KY (1921-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bro. Sam Burris, Adair Co., KY (1950-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Betty D. Lewis, Summersville, KY (1935-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Eli Parrigin, Columbia, KY (1947-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Billy Tupman, 79, Russell County, KY (1934-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Willie (Billy) Brewington, Cumbeland Co., KY (1938-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, David Alan (Jigger) Ray, Green Co., KY (1960-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Alva Reeder Lofton, 82, Russell County, KY | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Fred (Freddie) Luttrell, Casey County, KY (1943-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Lisa G. Edwards, Taylor Co., KY (1963-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Jason Eli (Jay) Johnson, Campbellsville, KY (1974-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, George Wallace Shirley, Metcalfe Co., KY (1946-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Drama (LaVerne) McGinnis Davenport, Casey County, Kentucky (1932-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bro. Bobby Clark, Bethelridge, Casey County, KY (1943-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Johnnie Brenda Finley Harlan, 74, Burkesville, KY (1943-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Leon Johnson , 67, Taylor County, KY (1950-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Cheryl Jones Powell, 53, Albany, KY (1967-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dr. William R. (Randy) Davenport, 95, Campbellsville, KY (1925-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dwayne T. Coomer, Russell Co., KY, Adair Co. KY native (1964-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Janet Wood, 65, Adair Co., KY native (1955-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Margie Breeding Coomer, 98, Columbia, KY (1924-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rhonda Lee Turner, 71, Cave City, KY (1949-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sherlene Rooks, 72, Columbia, KY (1949-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Shirley Patterson Underwood, 73, Campbellsville, KY (1949-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Shirley T. Burton, 81, Columbia, KY (1939-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Wednesday, December 8, 2010 All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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