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Daily News for Friday, January 20, 2017
LWC students launch Unity Hug Challenge - #UHC Click on headline for story with photo(s) From Lindsey Wilson College Public Relations A group of Lindsey Wilson Students gathered at the quadrangle on the A.P. White Campus today, Friday, January 20, 2017, for the "Unity Hug Challenge." This challenge is meant to be "a symbol of unity in a time of division in our society". Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-01-20 20:38:19 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Lindsey Wilson College
Political science guests in discussion on Chowning's DPI Campbellsville University's Dr. John Chowning, executive assistant to the president of Campbellsville University for government, community and constituent relations, interviews, Dr. Shawn Williams, associate professor of political science, and Dr. Josiah Marineau, assistant professor of political science, for his ‘Dialogue on Public Issues’ show. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-01-20 20:14:03 | Comments | Printable version
Community basketball league starting at LWC, ages 16 up A community basketball league for ages 16 and over is set to begin Monday, January 30, 2017 at Lindsey Wilson College in the Holloway Health and Wellness Center, 399 Williams Street, Columbia, KY. Each Monday night games will be starting at 6pmCT with the last game of the night starting approximately at 9pmCT. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-01-20 19:44:57 | Comments | Printable version
Local leaders visit ACES social studies students Officials share their knowledge for section on local government Click on headline for full story with photo(s) By Wes Feese Media Relations, Adair County Schools Third grade social studies students at Adair County Elementary School were treated to three guest speakers this week as part of their section on local government. Columbia Mayor Curtis Hardwick spoke to the students Wednesday, while Circuit Judge Judy Vance and District Judge Michael Loy made the visit Friday. "Any time you can pull leaders from the community and get them involved in the school, it's a positive thing," says ACES Principal Steve Burton. "Being able to meet and see these leaders enhances students' learning experience and makes them excited. It's a positive experience for the students." Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-01-20 14:53:04 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
LWC cheer clinic at Sat 21 Jan 2017 The Lindsey Wilson Cheer Clinic is on from 9am-12pmNBoonCT Saturday, January 21, 2017 at Biggers Sports Center, 360 Spickard Avenue, Columbia, KY. This is for Pre-K through 12th grade and there is a cost for each. They will perform during halftime of the Lindsey Wilson Women's Basketball vs Fisk University, at 5:30pmCT, Tuesday, January 24, 2017, at Biggers Sports Center. Contact: Sandra Vanarsdale, sandra.vanarsdale@adair.kyschools.us. 2017-01-20 13:39:12 | Comments | Printable version
Joyce Coomer could have planned a funeral at 9 years of age In Pellyton, last rites were major theatre: 'After a funeral, the topic of conversation for a day or so was what the neighborhood women did and did not like about the funeral director's laying-out of the deceased. The music selections and the pastor's delivery of the funeral sermon were also critiqued, as well as the behavior of the family of the recently deceased.' - JOYCE M. COOMER Click on headline for complete story By Joyce M. Coomer By the time I was nine or ten years old, I could've planned a funeral for any female in the neighborhood with ten minutes' notice. After a funeral, the topic of conversation for a day or so was what the neighborhood women did and did not like about the funeral director's laying-out of the deceased. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-01-20 13:13:33 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local History
KSP charges Greenup man with child sexual exploitation offenses Note: An individual charged by police or in a warrant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty at some later criminal proceeding. By Lt. Jeremy Murrell Kentucky State Police, Frankfort RUSSELL, Ky. (Jan.20, 2017)-- On January 19, 2017, at approximately 3:10pmET, the Kentucky State Police Electronic Crime Branch arrested Stephen D. Preston, 67, on charges related to distribution and possession of matter portraying a sex performance by a minor. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-01-20 13:05:12 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Homeplace matching fund $3,450 toward $5,000 goal Challenge from anonymous donor to match up to $5,000 in donations by February 1, 2017 needs $1,550 now. Donations can be mailed to: Homeplace on Green River, P. O. Box 4212, Campbellsville, KY 42719. Money will be used to erect protective pavilion for a very early 1800s log pen barn. By George Kolbenschlag We are not there yet, but creeping forward. We need your help to make this happen! The total donated for the Homeplace on Green River effort to raise $5,000 which will be matched by an anonymous donor is now $3,450. That means we have $1,550 more to raise by February 1, 2017. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-01-20 13:00:24 | Comments | Printable version
David Hoover, 74, Adair County, KY (1942-2017) He was a carpenter and a U.S. Army Veteran, who served during the Vietnam Era. He will be accorded full military honors by V.F.W. Post 6097 at committal rites. He was a member of a respected South Adair County, KY family, the son of the late Gordon "Buster" & Agnes Pruitt Hoover Click on headline for complete obituary with photo(s) David Hoover, 74, of Columbia, KY, died Wednesday, January 18, 2017 at 2:05amCT, at his residence Memorial service will be at 11amCT, Wednesday, January 25, 2017 at the Burbridge Cemetery, 775 Charlie Morrison Road, Columbia, KY (Chance Community), with Rev. Elbert Hadley officiating. V.F.W. Post 6097 will present full military honors following the service. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-01-20 10:45:31 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Sam Pelly's 100th birthday celebration is Sunday 22 Jan 2017 Maxine Walker and Yvonne Marshall asked that we share the invitation for everyone to join Mr. Sam Pelly for his 100th birthday celebration. The event is scheduled for Sunday, Jan. 22, 2017 at 1pmCT at Columbia United Methodist Church, 202 Burkesville Street, Columbia. Mr. Pelly is pictured in this photo with his late wife Mary lost earlier this year. 2017-01-20 10:13:02 | Comments | Printable version
Hazel Pemberton, 94, Casey County, KY (1922-2017) She was a former employee of Liberty Sportswear. She was the daughter of the late James Calvin "Ronda" & Ida Jane Allen Shepherd. She leaves 37 direct living descendants spanning four generations Click on headline for complete obituary with photo(s) Hazel Pemberton, age 94, of Liberty, KY passed away on Thursday January 19, 2017 at the Liberty Care and Rehabilitation Center. Funeral Services will be held 12pmNoonCT/1pmET, on Saturday January 21, 2017 at Bartle Funeral Home Chapel, 142 KY Hwy 49, Liberty, KY, with Pastor Tucker Huntsinger officiating. Burial will be in the Whited Cemetery. Visitation will be held 5pm-8pmCT/6pm-9pmET, Friday January 20, 2017 and after 7amCT/8pmET, on Saturday January 21, 2017, at Bartle Funeral Home Chapel. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-01-20 09:57:58 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Heather Evans: On humane treatment of surplus cats A plea for more responsible relationships with cats. To spay & neuter. Take to animal shelter if unable to care for them - instead by dumping them near a business' dumpster. Click on headline for complete commentary with photo(s) By Heather Evans Personal Commentary I don't know why people think Lee's is a good place to dump animals when we have a perfectly good animal shelter. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-01-20 09:40:54 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Commentary
Dr. John Strang to lead Strawberry Production Workshop By Nick Roy, Extension Agent for Agriculture and Natural Resources Adair County Extension Service There will be a Strawberry Production workshop, at 6pmCT, Tuesday, January 24, 2017 at the Adair County Extension Office, 409 Fairground Street, Columbia, KY, with UK Horticulture Specialist Dr. John Strang as the guest speaker. Topics will include an overview of matted row production and an introduction to plasticulture. The workshop is for those new to strawberry production as well as experienced growers who want to sharpen their skills. To register or for questions call the Extension Office at 270-384-2317. - Nick Roy 2017-01-20 09:24:15 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Farm and Garden
Sleep Inn holds open house and ribbon cutting ceremony By Linda Waggener Sleep Inn & Suites Hotel held its open house and ribbon cutting ceremony Thursday, Jan. 19, 2017. It was the third such event in a huge 'Red Letter Day' for the Columbia Adair County economy. Adair County developer Tommy Grider recognized the people who provided support along the way. He said, "Today has been one of the most pleasurable in my lifetime for the city and county. The day started with the opening of Walmart's new Training Academy, having chosen Columbia for training their management and staff. Then to the ribbon cutting of Brown & Brown, opening their new call center, making one of the biggest impacts on our county. And now here, seeing this crowd of friends and supporters coming together in support of our Sleep Inn -- it means so much." Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-01-20 09:02:27 | Comments | Printable version
Joyce Coomer: Spring all winter at her yard There have been mushrooms of assorted types in our yard all winter! Evidently all they wanted was moisture! My March flowers were poking out of the ground about an inch on Monday. - Joyce M. Coomer 2017-01-20 09:01:25 | Comments | Printable version
Melton Brothers honored for joining 2,000, 1,000 point clubs Chance Melton becomes all-time leading scorer in win over Glasgow HS, 61-41, eclipsing the all time scoring record of Kevin Bridgewaters. Younger brother Corey had hit 1,000 benchmark earlier in season. The brothers combined for 40 points in last night's win over Glasgow, 61-41. Click on headline for full story, photo(s) Indians Next Game Adair County HS at Nelson Co. HS, 1070 Bloomfield Road, Bardstown, KY at 7pmCT/8pmET, Friday, January 20, 2017. By Wes Feese Media Relations, Adair County Schools The Adair County Indians made short work of Glasgow Thursday night in a home tilt at John Burr Memorial Gym, cruising to a 81-61 win thanks in large part to Chance Melton's 18 points, which moved the senior past Kevin Bridgewaters for first place on the ACHS all-time scoring list with 2,119 points. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-01-20 08:44:13 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
Billy Joe Fudge: New board member a very collegial human being Billy Joe Fudge writes: That is because he is a very collegial human being. The world would be a much better place should we all seek to more respectful, friendly and mindful of others. - Billy Joe FudgeComments re photo 70720 New school board member Daniel Adams flanked by veterans 2017-01-20 08:24:33 | Comments | Printable version
Adair School Board I - 19 Jan 2017 - Lisa Burton new chair New chair, vice chair, secretary to the board elected. Meeting dates approved Click on headline for complete item, the first of several today By Ed Waggener The Adair County Board of Education elected Lisa Burton (Division 4), as Chairperson for the coming year, last night, Thursday, January 19, 2017. It was the first meeting of the year and the first with two new board members, Daniel Adams (Div 2), and Jonathan Gaskins (Div 4) Terry Harvey (1), was elected as as vice chairperson. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-01-20 05:36:43 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
Columbia PD arrests 7 more in Round 2, drug trafficking sweep Total in sweep now 18. Ages of those taken into custody, Round 2, range from 19 years old to 37. Investigation continues. More arrests are forthcoming. Next earlier article, this ongoing story: Columbia PD arrests, jails, 11 in drug trafficking crackdown Note: An individual charged by police or in a warrant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty at some later criminal proceeding. By Ofc. Josh Brockman, Public Information Officerbr> Columbia Police Department, Chief Jason Cross COLUMBIA, KY - (Fri 20 Jan 2017)Columbia Police Department continue arrest in latest round of sweep. CPD officers have arrested 7 more Adair County residents on drug trafficking charges bringing total number to 18 people charged. The arrest as of this date include: Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-01-20 03:59:29 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Lindsey Wilson Women's Basketball remains unbeaten, 18-0 Blue Raiders roll past Georgetown 85-56, at Biggers Sports Center, Thu 19 Jan 2017 Next:Lindsey Wilson Women's Basketball at Shawnee State, at 1pmCT/2pmET, Saturday, January 21, 2017, at the at Frank & Janis Waller Gymnasium, 940 Second Street, Portsmouth, Ohio By Charles Balcom, Assistant Sports Information Director Lindsey Wilson College GEORGETOWN, Ky. - The Lindsey Wilson women's basketball team rode a dominant second quarter to an 85-56 victory over Georgetown (KY) on Thursday night at Davis-Reid Alumni Gymnasium. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-01-20 03:42:09 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
Donnie Lee Kerr, 72, Columbia, KY (1944-2017) He was the son of the late Ruby Burton Kerr & Vernon Kerr. He was a native of Russell Springs, KY, and a resident of Columbia, KY, at the time of his death. He leaves 13 direct living descendants. Click on headline for complete obituary with photo(s) Donnie Lee Kerr, 72, of Columbia, KY passed away on Wednesday, January 18, 2017, at his home. Funeral services for Donnie Lee Kerr will be at 1pmCT, Saturday, January 21, 2017 1pmCT, at H.E. Pruitt Memory Chapel, 202 N Main Street, Jamestown, KY with Bro. Phillip Miller and Jeff Kerr officiating. Friends may visit after 11amCT, on Saturday at the funeral home. Burial in Brockman-Kerr Cemetery, 5390 Sano Road, in Columbia, KY. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-01-20 03:31:32 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Today, FRIDAY with CM - 20 Jan 2017 Haiku by Robert Stone for January 20, 2017: Dog who waited years--Robert Stone, Friday, 20 January 2017. -1000 haiku countdown finished, now for some more days, Day 1956 2017-01-20 03:17:27 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today Birthdays and Anniversaries for January 20 Happy Anniversary, CJ and Shirley Holt | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Lester and Charlene Brock | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Betty Jo Burris | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Bobby Serafino | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Christopher Burton (1976) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jim Sproles (1948) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Mark Fudge (1961) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Michelle Petty | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Nancy Ann Bennett | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Randy Page | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Sabrina Stapp (1981) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Suzanne Grant Hobbs | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tim Phillips | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Wanda Taylor | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Amber Godbey, 17, Casey County, KY (1999-2016) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Arleen Latimer, 80, Taylor County, KY (1938-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bobby Lee Garner, 61, Russell Co., KY (1956-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bryan Kevin Davis, 54, Green Co., KY (1965-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Camillia Fay Blaydes, 75, Adair Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Curtis Cravens, Waynesburg, KY (1952-2014) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Curvan Smith, 92, Amelia, OH (1930-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dollie Opal Caudill, 85, Casey County, KY native (1934-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Donna Faye (Tater) Brown, 57, Russell Springs, KY (1963-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Elaine Krizan, 88, Louisville, KY (1935-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Elizabeth Ann Kirtley, Taylor Co., KY (1939-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Essie Lee Scott Allen, 87, Taylor Co., KY native (1933-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Francine Moore, 78 Columbia, KY (1939-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Gary Strange, 73, Campbellsville, KY (1948-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Henry Clay Faulkner, Green County, KY (1929-2011) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Herbert Turner, 74, Columbia, KY (1948-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jimmie Whitlock Sr, 85, Taylor County, KY (1934-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Keith (Skeeter) Helm, Casey County, KY (1962-2013) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kenneth Estel Harden, 79, Taylor County, KY (1934-2014) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lois Marie Robertson, Russell Co., KY (1924-2014) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Marla Warriner Liddy, 52, Columbia, KY (1971-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Marty K. Walsh, 46, Russell Springs, KY (1972-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Marvin R. Clements, Casey County, KY (1931-2015) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Phillips Wilson, 89, Campbellsville, KY (1930-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Nathan Alan Bell, 36, Liberty, KY (1983-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Neva Nell (Thomas) Keeton, 93, Burkesville, KY native (1934-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Opal Mae Foley, 73, Russell Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Robin Smith, Adair County, KY, (1956-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Roy Lee (Swede) Dyer, 63, Green County, KY (1956-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ruth Alice Wilson, 87, Russell Co., KY (1929-2016) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Teddy Rogers Ray, Edmonton, KY (1944-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Tony Tucker, 75, Green County, KY (1944-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Friday, January 20, 2017 All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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