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Daily News for Friday, March 31, 2017
Nell V. Rooks, 82, Russell Springs, KY/Adair Co., KY native (1934-2017) She was a member of Free Union Separate Baptist Church. She was the matriarch of a highly regarded East Adair County family. She was the daughter of the late Clifton & Letha Burton McGaha. Her husband, Ira Rooks, survives. She leaves 10 direct living descendants. Click on headline for complete obituary Nell V. Rooks, 82 of Russell Springs, KY, died Friday, March 31, 2017 at the Russell County Hospital, Russell Springs, KY. Funeral service for Nell V. Rooks will be 2pmCT, Saturday, April 1, 2017 at the Bernard Funeral Home Chapel, 367 N Main Street, Russell Springs, KY, with Bro. Richie Curtis officiating. Visitation after 10amCT, Saturday. Interment in the Free Union Cemetery, 4642 Sano Road, Columbia, KY. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-03-31 15:48:44 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Kosair Charities donates $400,000 To Lindsey Wilson College 'We are so pleased to support places like Lindsey Wilson College with its strong leadership, a committed board led by Dr. Allan Parnell, and a mission to change lives throughout the Commonwealth of Kentucky.' - ROBERT FLOWERS, Board Member, Kosair Charities Click on headline for story with photo(s) By Travis Smith, Assistant Director of Public Relations Lindsey WIlson College Kosair Charities continued their support for education and the mission of Lindsey Wilson College when representatives of Kosair presented a check for $400,000 on Thursday, March 30, 20167, in the Roberta D. Cranmer Dining and Conference Center. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-03-31 14:19:33 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Lindsey Wilson College
Transportation Cabinet alerts drivers of travel impacts in Georgia Road closures on Interstate 85 due to bridge collapse Click on headlilne for complete alert From Naitore Djigbenou News from the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet FRANKFORT, KY (31 Mar 2017) - With several school districts observing spring break next week, the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) alerts motorists of closures on I-85 near the Piedmont Road roadway in Atlanta, Georgia. Travelers should use alternate routes and avoid areas impacted by the closure. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-03-31 13:42:02 | Comments | Printable version
Gov. Bevin appoints Brian Wright as Commonwealth's Attorney For the 29th Judicial Circuit, Adair & Casey Counties. Brian Wright, Liberty, KY, replaces Gail Williams, who resigned. Wright will serve until the November 2018 midterm election Click headline for complete story By Woody Maglinger News from Gov. Matt Bevin's Communications Office FRANKFORT, Ky. (March 31, 2017) - Gov. Matt Bevin today appointed Ronald "Brian" Wright, of Liberty, as Commonwealth's Attorney for the 29th Judicial Circuit of Kentucky, representing Adair and Casey counties. This appointment fills the vacancy created by the resignation of Gail Williams and is effective April 16, 2017. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-03-31 13:20:42 | Comments | Printable version
Tell everyone to be careful when driving on Hurt Street . . . ". . . or you will be hurt. Click on headline for complete personal Commentary By Joyce Coomer Personal commentary One day this week, I went to IGA to get lunch and returned downtown via Hurt St. to Guardian St. to Burkesville St. then around the square to Monroe St. Three times -- you read that right -- three times I was nearly hit head-on by drivers on Hurt St. who apparently were paying no attention at all to the width of the road nor if anyone else was on the roadway. And this was just from Willis St. to Guardian Street . . . Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-03-31 13:09:32 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Commentary
Willard Parnell is turning 90, April 1, 2017 Card shower underway. Reception on Saturday On April 1, 2017, Willard Parnell is turning 90. Please shower Willard with love for his birthday and send a card to him to show you are thinking of him: Willard ParnellA reception will be held at the new Old School Cafe, Metcalfe County Middle School, 701 W Stockton Street, Edmonton, KY. from 3pm-6pmCT, Saturday, April 1, 2017. All family and friends are invited to attend. - BRITTANY L. PARNELL 2017-03-31 12:54:48 | Comments | Printable version
Caregivers to meet for lunch, open to the public The Adair County Caregivers meet at 11amCT Wednesday, April 6, 2017. It is free and open to the public. The group will meet at Summit Manor nursing home. Signature healthcare at Summit Manor, 400 Bomar Heights, Columbia, KY is providing lunch and a tour of the facility. 2017-03-31 12:45:42 | Comments | Printable version
Adair County High School hosts FFA Regionals Local students fare well against stiff competition Click on headline for complete story w/photo(s) By Wes Feese Media Relations, Adair County Schools Adair County High School FFA students competed against neighboring high schools Thursday morning at FFA Regionals, hosted at ACHS. Adair County received a superior rating in every single competition and several teams and individuals earned top finishes. "All of our students worked very hard on the competitions," says agriculture teacher and FFA sponsor Kirby Hancock. "It's not easy to receive a superior rating so they should be proud of how they performed." Two individuals captured first place finishes in their respective competitions: Miller Young in Turf and Lawn Management and Ty Cheatham in the freshmen quiz contest. Dylan Hancock finished second in the Diversified Crop Production contest, and Sarah Hancock finished second in Diversified Ag Production. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-03-31 12:27:51 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
LWC students conduct International Day of Learning at ACMS Click on headline for item with photo(s) By Travis Smith, Assistant Director of Public Relations Lindsey Wilson College, Columbia, KY The Lindsey Wilson College International Student Program sent eleven students from eight different countries to Adair County Middle School, Columbia, KY, for an International Day of Learning, Friday, March 31, 2017, to expose the middle school students to different cultures from around the globe. The Lindsey Wilson College International Student Program currently has 100 students from 36 countries. 322 General John Adair Dr, Columbia, KY 2017-03-31 12:22:05 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
LWC Softball Team hosts Shawnee State for 4 game series The No. 11-ranked Lindsey Wilson softball team hosts Mid-South Conference foe Shawnee State (Ohio) for a four-game series beginning with a doubleheader at 3pmCT, Friday, March 31, 2017, with a second doubleheader at 11amCT, Saturday April 1, 2017, at Lindsey Wilson Park, Lindsey Wilson Sports Complex, 928 Russell Road, Columbia, KY. 2017-03-31 12:10:18 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
Spring revival at Columbia Baptist Church 23-26 Apr 2017 Columbia Baptist Church is hosting a Spring Revival Sun-Mon-Tue-Wed, April 23-26, 2017 at 6:30pmCT each night at Columbia Baptist Church, 201 Greensburg Street, Columbia, KY. The speaker is John Franklin of John Franklin Ministries. Contact the church at 270-384-3176. - WILLIAM SANDELL 2017-03-31 11:52:34 | Comments | Printable version
ACHS Baseball, Softball games tonight 31 Mar 2017 Update: Today's Indians baseball and softball games have both been canceled. - WES FEESE By Wes Feese Media Relations, Adair County Schools ACHS Baseball at home - Adair County High School (V/JV) hosts Hart County High School Friday, March 31, 2017 at 5pmCT, at Adair County HS Baseball Field,322 Gen John Adair Drive, Columbia, KY - Wes Feese, Media Relations. - 2017 2071 ACHS BASEBALL SEASON CALENDAR ACHS Softball at Metcalfe County HS at Metcalfe County High School Softball Field, Metcalfe County High School, 208 Randolph Street (campus, not venue), Edmonton, KY 42129, Edmonton, KY, Friday, March 31, 2017, at 5pmCT. - Wes Feese. (2017 ACHS SOFTBALL SEASON SCHEDULE) 2017-03-31 11:50:16 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
Robert Glen Jewell, Metcalfe County, KY (1955-2017) He was a truck driver and member of the Big Meadow Baptist Church. He was the son of the late Bobby Jewell & Loraine Pardue Jewell. His wife, Eva, survives. He leaves 10 direct living descendants. Click on headline for complete obituary Robert Glen Jewell, age 61 of Edmonton, KY, passed away on Thursday, March 30, 2017 at his home. Funeral Services will be held on Sunday, April 2, 2017, at 2pmCT, at Butler Funeral Home, 201 East Street, Edmonton, KY with burial in the Big Meadow Cemetery. Visitation will be held 5pm-8pmCT, Saturday, April 1, 2017, and Sunday morning at 9amCT, until the service. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-03-31 11:23:11 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
'Build a Book' program encourages families to read Click on headline for story with photo(s) By Wes Feese Media Relations, Adair County Schools Adair County Primary Center hosted "Build a Book" Tuesday evening, allowing parents and students the opportunity to work together and create a book for the entire family to read and enjoy together. The program was sponsored by the ACPC Family Resource Center, Title I, and 21st CCLC-Camp Casey, and featured Lindsey Wilson College literature students assisting the families with their creations. "We appreciate the support of Lindsey Wilson College students in our parent involvement programs," says ACPC Family Resource Center coordinator Paula Garrison. "ACPC students finished the night with their own unique book in which they used their imagination and creativity." 2017-03-31 11:07:20 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
Lasley inks letter of intent to play at Lindsey Wilson Wide receiver is third Indian in '17 class to commit to a college team Click on headline for story with photo(s) By Wes Feese Media Relations, Adair County Schools Adair County High School senior Cameron Lasley signed a National Letter of Intent Friday morning, March 31, 2017, to continue his football career at Lindsey Wilson College. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-03-31 10:48:48 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
Green County Grand Jury returns indictments 29 Mar 2017 Indictments brought against 9 individuals from Greensburg, Bonnieville, Campbellsvile, and Columbia, Kentucky on charges including assualt, possession, burglary and sexual abuse. NOTE: Indictments are considered formal charges. An indictment is not a finding of guilt. An individual charged by indictment is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty at some later criminal proceeding. The Green County, KY Circuit Court grand jury, Greensburg, KY, returned indictments against the following individuals on Wednesday, 29 Mar 2017: Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-03-31 10:18:20 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Green County Blue Bells photo brings back memories Barbara Warf writes: Faye Potts and I used to pick blue bells on the Russell Creek banks when we were little. Brings back a lot of memories. - Barbara WarfComments re photo 71868 Wildflowers of KY Bluebells along Russell Crk RD Green Co 2017-03-31 09:47:19 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
Howard Pritchard, 87, Mooresville, IN (1929-2017) He was the father of Jan (Brent) George of Greensburg, KY. Howard lived in Mooresville for most of his life. He was an electrical engineer for Indianapolis Power and Light Company in Indianapolis for 44 years. He was a 1947 graduate of Clayton High School; served in the United States Navy during the Korean War; member of Camby Community Church; Mooresville Masonic Lodge #78 where he was a 50 year member; current member of Brown Township Advisory Board; former Deputy Trustee for Brown Township; former member of Mooresville Senior Center Board; former board member of Center Valley Cemetery and also had been in Boy Scouts of America achieving Life Scout Rank. Click on headline for complete obituary with photo(s) Howard L. Pritchard, 87, of Mooresville, IN, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, March 28, 2017 at his home. Family and friends may pay their respects from 1pm-5pmCT/2pm-6pmET on Sunday, April 2, 2017 and 8am-9amCT/9am-10amET, on Monday, April 3, 2017 at Jones Family Mortuary, 4165 East Allison Road, Mooresville, IN. Pastor Charles Paxton will officiate the service at 9amCT/10amET, Monday, April 3, 2017 at the funeral home. Howard will be laid to rest in Center Valley Cemetery. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-03-31 09:43:00 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Coal mining death occurs in Whitley County, KY Green Hill Mining Inc. mine site of fatality. Mine shut down while investigation continues. Commonwealth of Kentucky, Energy and Environment Cabinet By John Mura and Larry Brannock News from Commonwealth News Center FRANKFORT, KY (30 Mar 2017) - A 33-year-old coal miner was killed early Thursday in a highwall accident at a Whitley County mine. Joseph W. Partin, of Williamsburg, KY, an Auger operator/foreman with eight years of experience, suffered fatal injuries at the Green Hill Mining, Inc. GHM#51 mine in Rockholds, KY. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-03-31 09:27:54 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Kentucky
DAV Service office at VFW Post 6097 - 03 Apr 2017 The DAV service officer will be at VFW Post 6097, 411 Fairground Street, Columbia, KY on Monday, 03 Apr 2017 from 0800 to 1000 Hrs. He will assist any veteran with any claim or issue with the VA. Please bring ALL recent paperwork from the VA or if filing for admission into VA system YOU MUST have a copy of your DD-214 or other proof of service. This service is on a first come-first served basis, and is open to all veterans. - JOE HARE, Post Commander 2017-03-31 09:13:39 | Comments | Printable version
Revival At Carrying the Torch Ministries, 1-2 Apr 2017 Revival at Carrying the Torch Ministeries, 415 Wain Street, Columbia, KY, April 1-2, 2017. Saturday Night at 6:30pmCT, Sunday Services at 10amCT and 6pmCT. Evangelist/Pastor Brad Atkins from Virginia. We invite you to be a part of these services. - Glenn McInteer 2017-03-31 09:06:09 | Comments | Printable version
On planting flowers : a word-list sonnet On planting flowers by Robert Stone I helped my mother plant some tulips once,Word List: tulip - station - care - kaleidoscope - collywobbles - tinkle - excise - rip - ruminate - yesteryear These ten words were chosen by the audience at the February meeting, Poetry in the Boro, Murfreesboro 2017-03-31 05:46:25 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Poetry by Robert Stone
CU sets record enrollment of over 5,000 students Long-term goal reached eight years early! Click on headline for complete story By Joan C. McKinney, Coordinating director, Office of University Communications CAMPBELLSVILLE, KY - Campbellsville University has the highest ever enrollment in the history of the institution at 5,035 students. This enrollment is the third consecutive semester of record-breaking enrollment, reaching the university's Vision 2025 enrollment goal of 5,000 students -- eight years early. Dr. Michael V. Carter, president, said, "The record-breaking enrollment is a milestone in the 111th year of CU's existence. It includes a 47 percent increase in one year. We are pleased to be serving and producing Christian servant leaders throughout the Commonwealth of Kentucky and the world. Campbellsville University is rapidly becoming the institution that was envisioned eight years ago when our Board of Trustees established Vision 2025. This growth reinforces our current half-way point strategic planning." Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-03-31 05:34:09 | Comments | Printable version
Kentucky Writers' Day is 1 May 2017 in Frankfort Communities across the state are invited to recognize Writers' Day in their own commuities.Click on headline for complete story with link to guide for local writer's days By Tom Musgrave News from Tourism, Arts and Heritage Cabinet Kentucky Arts Council FRANKFORT, KY - (Thu 30 Mar 2017) - The Kentucky Writers' Day Celebration is May 1, 2017, at 9amCT/10amET, at the Old State Capitol, 300 W Broadway Street, Frankfort, KY, and will include the installation of the 2017-2018 Kentucky Poet Laureate as well as readings by past poets laureate. There will be a reception at 10amCT/11amET. The event is open to the public. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-03-31 04:59:13 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Arts Scene
Today, FRIDAY with CM - 31 Mar 2017 Haiku by Robert Stone for March 31, 2017: Being told secrets:--Robert Stone, Friday, 31 March 2017. -1000 haiku twice now, now on to more days, Day 2026 2017-03-31 04:18:26 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today Birthdays and Anniversaries for March 31 Happy Birthday, Aaran Maurice Taylor (1998) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Amy Smith Waggener | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Bill Gill (1940) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Chance Scholl (1994) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Elisabeth Smith | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Harper Kayne Bennett (2010) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Holly Kate Ballou (2014) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jennifer Coffey Smith | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Nancy Norris | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Ron Cheatham | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Sarai Collins | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Shawntae Burton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Wilma Bean | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Geraldine "Jerry" Loveless, Adair Co., KY (1928) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Robert Hoskins (R.H.) Weatherford, Campbellsville, KY (1928-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bessie M. Anderson, Russell Co., KY (1926) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ruthie M. Weddle Russell Co., KY (1934) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Paul A. Campbell, Sr., Taylor Co., KY (1919) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Elizabeth Scott Newby, Cumberland Co., KY (1951) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Aaron Brenner, Taylor Co., KY (1951) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Thurston Ferguson, Burkesville, KY (1929) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Karalee Caldwell Jones, Adair Co., KY (1947-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Franklin Thomas Allen, Liberty, KY (1941-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Alta Carroll Lavigne, Taylor County, KY (1920-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary G.(Gerry) Long Grant, 80, Casey Co., KY (1935-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kathy Cheryl Skaggs, 60, Taylor County, KY (1956-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Charles Eveland, 68, Green Co., KY (1948-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Larry Belcher, 58, Taylor Co., KY (1959-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Barbara Ann Whitehouse, Green County, KY (1942-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Aunt Margie Burton (1937-2008) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Chelsea Nicole Brown, 23, Liberty, KY (2000-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Eugene Pepper, 85, Green Co., KY (1935-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Judy Hamlett Nunn | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Loretta Sharp, 89, Campbellsville, KY (1931-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Margaret (Maggie) McMahan, 90, Campbellsville, KY (1927-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Odell Keith Dotson, Taylor Co., KY (1951-2015) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Regina Janes French, 88, Columbia, KY (1932-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ronnie Lynn Murray, 64, Campbellsville, KY (1957-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Steve Baker, 54, Kings Mountain, KY (1964-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Wayne Cape, 62, Russell Co., KY (1957-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William Edward Davis, 93, Russell Springs, KY (1939-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Wyona Benningfield Mitchell,Taylor Co., KY (1938-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday,Bro. Walter Keen (W. K.) Norris, Cumberland Co., KY (1925-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Bithday Ronnie Lee (Bubby) Wilson, 68, Russell County, KY (1946-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Friday, March 31, 2017 All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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