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Daily News for Wednesday, August 17, 2011
CU women's soccer voted to finish 2nd in MSC Vote is by Mid-South Conference Coaches. Campbellsville University Lady Tigers meet Byran College in first match of the season, at home at Finley Stadium By Richard RoBards Campbellsville University Sports Information CAMPBELLSVILLE, KY - Lady Tiger soccer got a vote of pre-season confidence from Mid-South Conference coaches who voted the team to finish second in the league. After a 13-9 season last year and a 5-3 MSC mark (which warranted a tie for third with Cumberlands), Campbellsville will need to show improvement to match what opposing coaches are feeling before the August 27 opener against non-conference foe Bryan College. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2011-08-17 19:04:23 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
Annual City-Wide Yard Sales September 2, 3 and 5, 2011 The annual Columbia City-Wide Yard Sales will be Friday, September 2, Saturday, September 3, and Monday, Labor Day, September 5, 2011. To have your yard sales mentioned on local radio stations as well as ColumbiaMagazine.com (when the venues have streets and numbers, times, day and date), contact the Columbia/Adair County Chamber of Commerce. Call 270-384-6020. A reminder to continue to post Yard Sales on ColumbiaMagazine.com as well, but there is no need to duplicate on Labor Day weekend. To send, use any Contact/Submit button. 2011-08-17 18:05:31 | Comments | Printable version
Marie Grant, Russell Co., KY (1923-2011) She was a member of a large, respected Russell Co., KY, family, a homemaker, and a member of the Russell Springs Christian Church. Burial will be at Haven Hill Cemetery, Columbia, KY Marie Grant, 88, Robertson ST, Russell Springs, KY, died Tuesday, August 16, 2011 at the Casey County Hospital in Liberty, KY. The funeral service will be Friday, August 19, 2011, at 1pmCT, at the Bernard Funeral Home Chapel, 367 Main ST, Russell Springs, KY with Rev. Carroll Egnew and Rev. Larry Johnson officiating. Burial will be in Haven Hill Cemetery, 1276 Liberty RD, Columbia, KY. Visitation will be after 5pmCT, Thursday, August 18, 2011, at the funeral home. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2011-08-17 17:55:42 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Eva Rae Garner, Russell Co., KY (1951-2011) She was a member of a large, respected Russell Co., KY family with strong family ties in Adair Co., KY. She was a homemaker Eva Rae Garner, 59, Russell Springs, KY, died Tuesday, August 16, 2011, at her home in Jamestown, KY. The funeral service will be at 10amCT, Saturday, August 20, 2011, at Bernard Funeral Home Chapel, 367 Main ST, Russell Springs, KY with Rev. David Green and Bro. Jason Hood the officiating clergy. Visitation will be after 6pmCT, Friday, August 19, 2011, at the funeral home. Burial will be in the Dixon Cemetery. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2011-08-17 17:34:37 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
SCC Student ambassadors named for 2010-2011 Group includes local area students Melissa Keith, Adair Co.; Rudy Montalvo, Russell Co; and Tawana Eastridge, Taylor Co. Click on headline for story plus photo(s) By Cindy Clouse News from Somerset Community College Somerset Community College announces the Student Ambassadors for 2011-2012. The new Student Ambassadors are: Debbie Ard, Pulaski County; Sara Baird, McCreary County; Tammy Bowlin, Cumberland County; Larry Brinson, Pulaski County; Ariel Calahan, Pulaski County; Amber Cruey, Pulaski County; Haley Davis, Pulaski County; Tawana Eastridge, Taylor County; Kelli Edwards, Pulaski County; Chelsie Fitzpatrick, Pulaski County; Carla Gill, Jackson County; Melissa Keith, Adair County; Lauren Kirby, Laurel County; Gaspar Miguel, Pulaski County; Rudy Montalvo, Russell County; Lillie Josephine Morris, Wayne County; Laura Peterson, Casey County; Shelbie Russell, Pulaski County; Austin Thurman, Pulaski County; and Rebecca Thurman, Pulaski County. The Student Ambassadors serve in a public relations capacity by representing Somerset Community College in a positive and professional manner at various campus and community events. They also conduct tours for individuals and groups, and help educate current and prospective students about programs, resources and student life at SCC. In order to become an SCC Student Ambassador, the student must maintain a 3.0 grade point average and can be enrolled full-time or part-time. The student must possess a positive attitude and excellent communication skills, enjoy assisting others and working with individuals from diverse backgrounds, have the ability to speak in front of a group of people and have the flexibility to work some nights and weekends. For more information about the SCC Student Ambassadors, contact Melissa Winstead at (606) 451-6657. 2011-08-17 17:05:09 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
Will join Tiffany and Eddie Kessler and have a USA Christmas Tara HadleyHansen writes: I love love love Tiffany and Eddie's idea and have decided to have a USA Christmas as well! I'm so proud of my big sis! - Tara Hadley-HansenComments re article 46280 Made in the USA. One Adair County family's patriotic plan 2011-08-17 16:38:34 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
LWC Alumna from Russell Co. returns as biology professor Click on headline for full story, photo(s) By Duane Bonifer News from Lindsey Wilson College COLUMBIA, KY - Laura Wheat Nissley thought she would never get to experience a class in Lindsey Wilson Colleges Jim and Helen Lee Fugitte Science Center. Nissley graduated from LWC in May 2006, three months before the Fugitte Science Center opened. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2011-08-17 16:24:55 | Comments | Printable version
Made in the U.S.A. - One Adair County family's patriotic plan This Christmas, and for all their shopping, Tiffany, Eddie, and Kasey Blue Kessler will buy American, buy locally, every chance they get. By patronizing U.S. businesses and craftsmen we can not only inject money into our own economy, but provide jobs for fellow Americans!' Click on headline for story and photo(s) By Tiffany Kessler Everyone knows the U.S. economy is struggling - it's time we as Americans pull together and take advantage of our own resources. My family and I have made the commitment to have a "Made in USA" Christmas 2011. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2011-08-17 13:21:45 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Commentary
Sileage chopper, Acadia, and Lumina involved in Monroe crash Accident occurs north of Tompkinsville, KY By TFC Wm. Gregory, Public Affairs Officer Kentucky State Police Post 15, Columbia, KY TOMPKINSVILLE, KY - TPR Daniel Stephens with Kentucky Sate Police responded to a three vehicle collision 7 miles North of Tompkinsville on KY 839 at 7:39amCT, Wednesday, August 17, 2011. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2011-08-17 13:02:41 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Whitehurst Diaries: Joys of Late Summer Click on headline for introduction and album By Sharon Whitehurst I found three exquisite examples of the joys of late summer and included them in this album. You have other examples. I found elderberries hanging in heavy glossy clusters, sunflower charmers. and naturalized morning glories, which persist in spite of the many I zealously uproot. Wikipedia states that there are more than 200 species of morning glories in the family convulvulus. I like the descriptive common name, bindweed. -Sharon Whitehurst 2011-08-17 12:01:23 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sharon Whitehurst - Whitehurst Diaries
Limerick by Billy Joe Fudge: Dakota Meyer  Dakota Meyer, Our Nation's HeroTrue courage is an eternal fireBilly Joe Fudge, August 15, 2011 2011-08-17 11:20:13 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Veterans and Veterans Day
WLCU FM 88.7 receives donation from Church Relations Council Click on headline for full story plus photo(s) By Christina L. Kern News from Campbellsville University CAMPBELLSVILLE, Ky.-- The Church Relations Council of Campbellsville University approved a fundraising goal of $5,000 at its fall meeting for purposes of supporting Campbellsville University's new Christian radio station, WLCU 88.7 FM. Saloma Baptist Church, one of the local Baptist churches that has long been supportive of CU, presented a check for $250 for the initial amount to provide sponsorship for WLCU 88.7 FM programming, making Saloma Baptist Church WLCU's first sponsor. The church plans to provide more assistance toward the $5,000 goal. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2011-08-17 08:33:41 | Comments | Printable version
ACHS Boy's Varsity, JV golf teams remain unbeaten TEAM SCORES: ACHS 157; Marion Co., 173. INDIVIDUAL ACHS SCORES: Alex Durham 38, Van Giles 39, Riley Grant 39, Jerrod Grider 41, Daniel Rarey 43. JUNIOR VARSITY wins 1st Match of Season, led by Austin Cundiff 39, Trey Garmon 43, Blake Maupin 45, Jacob Keltner 47, and Tanner Garmon 49. Next: ACHS hosts Russell Co. in a Varsity/JV match, tee time 3:30pmCT, at the Tribe's home course, The Pines at Lindsey WIlson, 275 Country Club RD, Columbia, KY. By Steve Burton, Boys Golf Coach News from Adair County High School Athletics The ACHS Boy's Varsity Golf Team remained unbeaten on the season by besting Marion County on Tuesday afternoon, August 16, 2011, at The Pines at Lindsey Wilson, 275 Country Club RD, Columbia, KY. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2011-08-17 07:43:58 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
Adair County Girls Golf match record now 8-2 for 2011 TEAM SCORES: Green County (169), Marion County (185), Adair County (190). TOP INDIVIDUALS: Olivia Parrott (39), Cassidy Scantland (39); both of Green Co.; Ashley Goodin (40), Adair County; Leah Rose Judd (41) Green County; Amy Brown, Marion County (45); OTHER ADAIR COUNTY: Rachel Phipps (47), Abby Royse, (50) Jesica Simpson (62) and Madison Bell (79) Click on headline for full story, photo(s) By Kimberly Goodin, ACHS Girls Golf Coach News from Adair County High School Athletics Adair County girls' golf team suffered their first match defeats of the season losing to both Green Co. and Marion Co. in play on their home course at The Pines at Lindsey Wilson, 275 Country Club RD, Columbia, KY, on Tuesday, August 16, 2011.. The record now stands at 8-2, Defending State Champion Green Co. shot a 169 with one of their varsity team members out due to injury. Cassidy Scantland and Olivia Parrot both shot 39, Leah Rose Judd 41, and Sydney Agee finished with a 50. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2011-08-17 04:48:36 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
Vendors reservations for Buy, Swap, Sell & Trade Day available Vendor spots for one of Columbia's oldest traditions, "Buy, Swap, Sell, & Trade Day, are now available on a first come, first served basis. Spaces are available for arts, crafts, antiques, and food on the Public Square, Labor Day, September 5, 2011. The spots are 15 feet wide and rent for $25 each. Vendors are asked to bring their own tables and chairs. Concession vendors are required to reserve spots if electricity is needed. The contact for the space rentals is Charles Grimsley at 270-384-5658, Grimsley's Jewelry, 102 Public Square, Columbia, KY. The event is sponsored by the Columbia/Adair County Chamber of Commerce. 2011-08-17 04:24:31 | Comments | Printable version
LWC Men's Soccer 0pens 2011 Ranked No. 6 in NAIA Preseason Poll Season opener is Saturday, September 3, 2011, vs. Mid-Continent University of Mayfield, KY COLUMBIA, KY - The Lindsey Wilson College men's soccer team begins the 2011 season ranked No. 6 in the NAIA Men's Soccer Coaches' Preseason Top 25 Poll, released today by NAIA officials. The Blue Raiders received 475 voting points from the panel of national raters representing each conference, independent and unaffiliated groups. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2011-08-17 04:07:37 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
Overcorrection a factor in Casey County injury collision Map, Rayborn Hill RD, Casey Co., KY By TFC Wm. Gregory, Public Affairs Officer Kentucky State Police Post 15, Columbia, KY CASEY COUNTY, KY (2011-08-17) - Trooper Mike Woodrum is investigating a one vehicle collision that occurred Wednesday August 17, 2011, at approximately 2:30amET. Bruce A. Speakman, age 54 of Liberty, KY was traveling south on Rayborn Hill Road approximately ten miles south of Liberty in a 2005 Jeep when he ran off the northbound shoulder of the road. Speakman overcorrected, crossed the roadway and ran off the southbound shoulder and overturned before coming to rest. Speakman, who was belted, was not injured. A passenger, 52 year old Douglas Speakman of Hollywood Florida who was also belted, was transported to Casey County Hospital, LIberty, KY, by Casey County EMS for minor injuries. The accident continues to be under investigation by Trooper Woodrum. Story courtesy TFC William Gregory, Public Affairs Officer, Kentucky State Police Post 15, 1118 Jamestown ST, (at Exit 49, Louie B. Nunn Parkway), Columbia, KY. Kentucky State Police Post 15, Columbia, KY, covers the 11 counties of Adair, Casey, Clinton, Cumberland, Green, Marion, Metcalfe, Monroe, Russell, Taylor and Washington. Thanks also to Dispatcher Chad Bivens 2011-08-17 03:57:10 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Climatologists in three states exploring collaborations Meeting with representatives from Kentucky, Tennessee, and West Virginia held last week at Kentucky Climate Center, Western Kentucky University News from WKU, Kentucky Climate Center BOWLING GREEN, KY - Climatologists from Kentucky, Tennessee and West Virginia are exploring opportunities for collaboration in the development of climate services and research initiatives in the region. The group gathered last week for a meeting hosted by the Kentucky Climate Center at Western Kentucky University. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2011-08-17 03:45:35 | Comments | Printable version
(Ad) Big Yard Sale listed for Friday only, Campbellsville, KY Patricia Cox writes: Yard sale, Taylor County at 101 Broad ST, Campbellsville, KY, on Friday August 19, 2011 only from 8amET to ??? Items to sell include paperback books all categories .25 cents each.Two car seats, stroller toddler size clothes boys and girls. Christmas decorations, glassware and housewares. Tupperware, some clothes all sizes, Some toys and some ride on toys. - Patricia CoxCM Yard Sale Ads bring in the buyers! Submit using any Contact/Submit button. 2011-08-17 03:02:41 | Comments | Printable version
Ronald Kaluya at Antioch UMC Wednesday, August 17, 2011 Ronald Kaluya will be sharing about his ministry in Uganda at Antioch United Methodist, 8157 Burkesville RD, Columbia, KY, this Wednesday, August 17, 2011 at 6:30pmCT. Everyone is invited. - Connie Scott 2011-08-17 02:14:50 | Comments | Printable version
Herbert Polston was a regular whittler at the old courthouse Bub Polston writes: My grandfarther, Herbert Polston, was one of the every day whittlers and knife trader at the Courthouse. He's even in the photo of the whittlers that Mr. Woody did and sold. - Bub PolstonComments re article 46261 Add Nolan Roberts to Adair Co Whittlers Hall of Fame 2011-08-17 02:00:54 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback Birthdays and Anniversaries for August 17 Happy Anniversary, Barry and Marsha Bennett (1974) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Gary and Lareeta Darling | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Ronnie and Angie Carter (1991) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Anita Matney (1970) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, April Janes | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Beth VanArsdale | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Chantella Burton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Chris Golden | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Dana Harmon | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Dawson Allen Burris | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Donnie Curry (1961) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Kassidy Roy Huddleston | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Kathy Greer | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Mary Anna Burns | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Mary Holler | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Sharon Burton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Shirley Dulworth Moss (1961) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, twins Gareth and Ellary Turner (2006) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Reenie Newsome, Dunnville, KY (1942) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Larry Dale Hutchison, Columbia, KY (1955-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Terry Lane Thomas, Burkesville, KY (1955-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Joe Davis Hadley, Russell Springs, KY (1941-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Richard Paul Monday, Casey Co., KY (1962) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sharon Sue Burton, Adair Co., KY (1949) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Phyllis Ann Newby, Adair Co., KY native, (1952) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jo Ann Bridges, Cumberland Co., KY (1937) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, David Nelson Harrison, Casey Co., KY (1961 | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James Roger Overstreet, Casey Co., KY native (1947) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jerry Brown, Burkesville, KY (1944) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James Lee Gilpin, Sr., Adair County, KY native (1933) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Timmy Jay Harris , 44, Burkesville, KY (1970-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Beulah Warren Easterly, Pulaski Co, KY (1930-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kevin Taylor 61, Adair Co., KY (1954-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Kim Allen Smith, Green County, KY (1963-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Norma Faye Newton, 66, Taylor Co., KY (1950-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Beckham Preston (Bee) Compton, Barren Co., KY; Adair Co. native (1925-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William (Sapp) Johnson, Taylor Co., KY (1937-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Arvis (Cowboy) Mann, Russell Co., KY (1930-2011) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Betty Blair Smith, 88, Russell Co., KY (1932-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Betty Jo Amos, 67, Campbellsville, KY (1954-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Beulah Mann, 68, Jamestown, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bobby L. McFelia, 89, Greensburg, KY (1931-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Clark Hansel, 74, Columbia, KY (1949-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Clayton Watson, 75, Burkesville, KY (1947-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, David Cameron Hopper, 93, Russell Springs, KY (1928-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dimple Coomer, 95, Columbia, KY (1929-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Gail Shaw, 85, Campbellsville, KY (1937-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Gerald L. Mclean, 76, Adair County, KY (1942-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Joyce Wilson, 74, Russell Springs, KY (1946-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kenneth M. Adamson, 67, Columbia, KY (1955-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Raymond Scott Crenshaw, 53, Greensburg, KY (1967-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Roderick (Rod) Curry, 54, Adair County, KY (1966-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sharon Sue Burton, Adair Co., KY (1949-2011) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Susie Rector Goodin (1935) | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Wednesday, August 17, 2011 All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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