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Obituary: Lloyd Jones, 75, Taylor Co., KY

He was a Marine veteran of the Korean War and was an exterior remodeling specialist and a former employee of Caulk Aluminum Co. of Campbellsville, KY

Lloyd Jones, 75, of Campbellsville, KY, son of the late Roy Lee Jones and Ida Fay Osborne Jones was born in Beckley, WV, May 5, 1935. He died at 1:12amCT, Saturday, January 1, 2011 in Campbellsville, KY Age: 75

Graveside services at 2pmET/1pmCT, Monday, January 3, 2011, at the Brookside Cemetery, West Main ST, Campbellsville, KY, by Bro. Ronnie Dooley. Visitation will be after 12pm noon ET/11amCT, at the Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home, 418 Lebanon AV, Campbellsville, KY.

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2011-01-01 19:57:45 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

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Angle of sun for brief interval creates striking scene



2011-01-01 - Photo by Pam Dailey. District 4, Adair Co., KY
Pam Dailey-McNeilly writes from Raindrop Ranch. "This photo was taken in a rare one minute interval before the angle of the sun changed on Thursday, December 30, 2010, right off of our front porch, Antioch Church Road, Adair County, KY."
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COF refuses to change name to conform

Comments re article 41526: Oldtimey hailed as great descriptive wordCOF writes:
Mix Berry's comments not withstanding, Dagnabit if'n I''ll be a changin' the O in COF to ole-timey which seems ta me ta be refer'n to outta date!

Here at Dun Roman we are jest as modernized as we need ta be. The Atwater-Kent only gits one station but dang if'n I cain figgur how a body kin listen to more that one at a time ennyhow.

The Studebaker Hawk in the barn serves us jest fine since we don't go enny where enny how. Reckon if we were ta need it a little tune-up might be in order since we ain't really cranked it up since we rode down to the fire station to vote for Mr. Goldwater.

I do have to admit thet Miz Emily is gittin a little worn down round the edges but ain't seen any of the newer models thet could stand up to the rigors of tryin to keep this Crusty Ole Fool in line.
COF at Dun RomanStill Crusty Ol' Fool; not Crusty Oldtimey Fool
High on an old ridge o'er beautiful Downtown Knifley

2011-01-01 19:05:59 | Comments | Printable version

Oath of Office Ceremony at 2pm Sun., Jan. 2, 2011

Adair County Judge Executive Ann Melton will preside at a joint Columbia-Adair County Oath of Office Ceremony on Sunday afternoon, January 2, 2011, at 2pmCT, at the Adair County Judicial Center, 201 Campbellsville ST, Columbia, KY.

The public is invited. All county officials, except Judge Melton, will take the traditional Kentucky oath of office for the offices they will assume at 12:01amCT, Monday, January 3, 2011.

City officials, including Mayor Mark D. Harris, the six members of the City Council, and City Clerk Sonya Roy will take part in the ceremonies, but they were officially sworn into office on Wednesday, December 29, 2011, and officially assumed the offices this morning, Saturday, January 1, 2011. The oath was administered by Mayor Patrick R. Bell.

In addition, many other county deputies and other appointed officials will take take part in the ceremonies.

2011-01-01 18:37:09 | Comments | Printable version

She knew Harrison Moss could accomplish what he did

Victoria Pike writes:
Congatulations and best wishes to Harrison Moss, our new sheriff. Hope he doesn't have to use those handcuffs anytime soon. I have known him since he was a young man and I am so proud of what he has accomplished. I knew he could do it when others thought differently. -Vicky
Comments above re photo 38651: Sheriff Moss on the job; handcuffs ready

2011-01-01 16:38:32 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback

Oldtimey hailed as great descriptive word

Martha Berry writes:
How else would you describe an old thing, but "old-timey"? Great descriptive word! -Martha Berry
Above a comment on Pear Tree Chronicles, Album: 2010 in life of century old tree

2011-01-01 16:33:09 | Comments | Printable version

Link: Story on nursing home which lets patients have their way

The results are following latest science, story says

"I hope this place is still open when we all need it," Mary Keltner wrote sending a link to a health article in the New York Times: The Vanishing Mind: Giving Alzheimer's Patients Their Way, Even Chocolate, an article by Pam Belluck. The article is about "a Phoenix nursing home (which) has found that unlimited chocolate, and other comforts, go a long way in reducing patients' distress."

2011-01-01 14:52:04 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback

Pear trees in Adair history: At the Dr. Nell house in Gradyville, KY

"There was a pear tree at the back of the house, a little below the smokehouse." -Phyllis Wright Tucker, in Dr. L.C. Nell house/Diddle house distinctions remembered, story with photos.

2011-01-01 13:47:51 | Comments | Printable version

Pear Chronicles reminder of growing up in Sulphur Well, KY

'It was a favorite of everyone at harvest time but I also loved it when the blossoms and their scent called to me in spring and even in winter when it was easier to see that every limb reached right up to the heavens as if to receive special blessings.' - - Linda
Pear Tree Chronicles, Album: 2010 in life of century old tree

By Linda Waggener

Sometimes it takes someone "from off" to remind locals how lucky they are. Thanks, Sharon Whitehurst, for sharing your pear tree story and photos! Having lived here for over forty years and regularly reminded that I, too, am from off ( if only by my first husband, Ed), I share your delight in the wonders of Adair County and your treasured pear tree.

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2011-01-01 13:39:27 | Comments | Printable version

Critique on critique: Elk is even better at Buffalo Hills

Maury E. Lewis writes:If you think the Buffalo is good, try the Elk. Yum, yum. M.E. LewisComments above about:Comments re article 41517" Big Rig Trucker discovers Buffalo Hills via New Year' card

2011-01-01 12:45:28 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback

Recommends God's Country over Vermont

Mary Keltner writes:
My sister and husband are moving from Chicago to near Burlington, VT. I told them that when they get tired of freezing they can come down here to "God's Country" in KY... -Mary
Above about: Accolade for Pear Tree Chronicles from Abroad

2011-01-01 12:20:43 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback

Molly, smartest Blue Healer in Adair Co. missing

Cody Withers, called with this urgent message:
"My dad Andy Wither's Blue Healer, Molly, has come up missing. She's a three year old female. Blue healer Color Patterns with brownish legs, Little brown on her face. She was last seen on Page Street in Russell Heights. She is badly missed by all of us, especially Dad. I'll send a photo as soon as we can round one up. If anyone has information, call (270) -250-2114 or (270) 250-2307. Cody Withers
Photo expected shortly. -CM

2011-01-01 11:11:08 | Comments | Printable version

Sharon Harris Coomer recalls great grandparents

Charles Snow Harris' wife Maggie Murrell Harris was also remarkable person

Sharon Coomer writes:
"Jim"- As one of many great-granddaughters of Charles Snow Harris, I enjoyed reading his thoughts. He died 11 years before my birth, so I had only the family oral and written history to remember him. Maggie Murrell Harris lived to be 95 and died in January 17, 1966. She was so special. Having raised 10 children with all their various pranks, she perservered. -Sharon Harris Coomer
Comments re article 41513: Charles Snow Harris spoke from his heart

2011-01-01 10:14:54 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local History

Accolade for Pear Tree Chronicles from Abroad

About: Pear Tree Chronicles w/Album: 2010 in life of century old tree

Robert Hugh Stone writes from faraway Tennessee
There have been some great items on CM these past ten days - amazing really. I loved the pear tree photographs. -Robert H. Stone, Lebanon, TN
Thanks. Adair County has drawn some amazing incomers from most of the 50 states in the past decade. All are contributing wonderfully, and these Vermonters make us think the economic development people would do well to recruit in the Green Mountain State. Your praise is much appreciated at CM and well deserved; and considering the source, it is paramount criticism. -EW

2011-01-01 09:49:31 | Comments | Printable version

Big Rig Trucker discovers Buffalo Hills via New Year's card

Courage stimulated by Red Bull and a beast staring at him, famed Epicurean Trucker/Cubs-Centric Sports Commentator/Transcontinental Food Critic convinces hesitant wife to try that buffalo stuff and all have Eureka Moments. He discovers the Buffalo Man, his woman, and a great book store, less than a mile from the Center of the Universe, 500 Public Square, Columbia, KY. Impressed, he dubs Jim Leib the Buffalo Meat King of the U.S - 'nother thing Columbia has going for herself. PLUS Outtake: On the Case of the Vanishing To Go Buffalo Chili
Comments re photo 38614 2010 Holiday Greetings Happy New Year from Buffalo Hills

By Big Al Owens, Big Rig Trucker
and Guest Epicurean Kentuckian food critic

Friday, December 31, 2010 - As you well know, I am a city boy from Chicago. I was looking at columbiamagazine.com early this morning while I was consuming a Red Bull to get awake, when I saw this beast staring at me.

It was the greeting card from Buffalo Hills. I was intrigued so I asked my better half if she would be interested in dining there for lunch. Sheila kind of gave me that look and stated, "I am not sure about that buffalo stuff," but agreed to accompany me.

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2011-01-01 08:26:17 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Food

Adair Fire Department called to Johnson School RD, Friday

By Donald Hare, Public Affairs Officer
Adair County Fire Department

The Adair Co Fire Dept responded to a house fire on Friday morning at 1279 Johnson School RD, (MAP), at the residence fo Nadine Shelton.

Fireman extinguished a small fire at an exterior wall.

There were 16 firemen on the scene for an hour. Donald Hare

2011-01-01 07:58:48 | Comments | Printable version

Emergency Friday morning?

Charles Marshburn writes
3:50pmCT, Friday, December 31, 2011:
Lots of emergency equipment going south through town on 55 this morning. Any news of the emergency? -Charles Marshburn
Thanks. Maybe a reader can help. -EW

2011-01-01 07:58:00 | Comments | Printable version

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2011-01-01 07:47:57 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today

Charles Snow Harris spoke from his heart

Former editor of Adair Co. News remembered Adair even after becoming Mississippi State legislator

Beth Grant writes:
It was with great pleasure I read this letter from my great-grandfather, Charles Snow Harris. In typical Harris fashion, he spoke from his heart. The members of the Harris family have many treasures such as this, including some of the early newspapers. I heard many stories during my childhood of some of the exploits of their children. He had a great fondness for Adair County, even after he became a legislator for the state of Mississippi. -Beth Grant
Comments above re article 41488: JIM recalls outlook of editor Charles S. HarrisFormer editor of Adair Co. News remembered Adair even after becoming Mississippi State legislator

2011-01-01 07:24:25 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local History


Birthdays and Anniversaries for January 1
Business Birthday, Burton Ace Hardware | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Adam and Karen Darnell (1999) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Donna and Charlie Parnell | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Dwayne and Debbie Martin (1981) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, James and Tonya Feese (1994) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Adam Wesley Bennett (1986) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Ashley Bennett | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Benji Coffey (1983) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Brandon Frausto | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Chris Maynard (1972) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Conner Wayne Chrisman (2009) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Connie Copeland | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Dale Johnson | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Joey McClister (1987) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Kathy Dean | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Ken Hill | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Landon Corbin (2004) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Loretta Turner | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Michael R. Jones | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Rita Campbell | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Ruth Eleanor Stevens Brock | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Taylor Calhoun | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Teresa Milby | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Vera Raines (1937) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Willie Wooley (1986) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Rebecca Diane Edwards, Green Co., KY (1960) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Walter Earl Walters, Somerset, KY (1943-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Delores Clements Carrier, Liberty, KY (1930-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Willie Leon Tungate, Campbellsville, KY (1931-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Geneva Lee Harris Durham, Green Co., KY (1932-2020) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Larry Lewis McClister (1956-2007) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, James E. Troutman, Adair County, KY (1928) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lonnie Hedgespeth, Taylor Co., KY (1931) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mary Helen McElroy, Russell Co., KY (1940) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Betty Lou Dean, Taylor Co., KY (1938-2011) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Theda Ganal Polston Baker, Cumberland Co., KY (1933) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ancil Lane, Taylor County, KY (1935) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Joann Bottom, Russell County, KY (1935) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Oreta Ann Tucker, 66, Russell County, KY (1946) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Dale Johnson, Adair County, KY (1953) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Danny Roy Muncie, Taylor Co., KY (1943) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lula Pearl Smiley, Adair Co., KY (1925-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Dorkis F. Burton, Adair County, KY (1964-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Anna Lee Burris, Hustonville, KY (1923-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lola Shaffer, 95, Adair County, KY (1919-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bobby A. Gaddie, 72, Taylor County, KY (1943-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, James Welby (Jimmy) Baker, Cumberland Co. KY (1940-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mr. Leland Sammons, 73, Taylor Co., KY (1942-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Donnie Roe Tucker, 73, Russell County, KY (1942-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Douglas Coy Wolford, 70, Casey Co., KY (1946-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Vena Raines, 79, Adair Co., KY/Wayne native (1937-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bill Cundiff, 64, Adair County, KY (1953-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bobby Gene Flatt, 54, Russell Springs, KY (1967-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Carmelita Mascarenas, 70, Taylor Co., KY (1950-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Connie Sayers, 68, Casey County, KY (1951-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Donnie Keith Dyer, 70, Adair County, KY (1950-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ethel Faye Braddock, 53, Burkesville, KY (1968-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Gladys Ruth Simpson, 90, Russell Springs, KY (1930-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Guinevere Elaine Jones, 82, Greensburg, KY (1939-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, John Henry Dotson, 73, Taylor County, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mitchell Howard Collings, 63, Greensburg, KY (1958-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Peggy Janes Waggener, 81, Columbia, KY native (1939-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Robert K. Reff, 76, Taylor Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ronald W. Upton, 51, Russell Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Wayne Payton, 62, Casey County, KY (1957-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, William (Billy Ray) Wethington, 75, Liberty, KY (1945-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)

Events scheduled for Saturday, January 1, 2011
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2:00amCTNEW YEAR'S DAY. Openings, Closings, and Changes of Schedule

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    9:00amCTGraveside services at Good Hope Baptist Church
    for Lonnie Hedgespeth, Taylor Co., KY (1931-2010)     | (ID:11217, Comment)
    10:30amCT Funeral services at Grissom Funeral Home, Columbia, KY (MAP)
    For Norma Dee "Butch" Sparks McCormick, Adair Co., KY native (1939-2010) | (ID:11204, Comment)
    11:00amCTFuneral service in Russell Springs, KY
    for Rosella Gilpin Foley, Russell Co., KY (1935-2010)     | (ID:11219, Comment)

    		  

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