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Election 2018 - Three more file as of 06 Dec 2017. Total now 37 (One withdrew) Latest candidates to file (since 22 Nov 2017/CM report 26 Nov 2017) are Mark Selby, Chris Janes and Scotty Neat. One candidate has withdrawn. (LIST w/TODAY'S UPDATE ) Next earlier list: Election 2018 - Two more file 22 Nov 2017. Total 35) By Ed Waggener Three more candidates have filed for offices in Adair County since the last previous report on Sunday, November 26, 2017, for a totally of 38 filing, but with one withdrawal, the total of active candidates is now 37. Fourth District Magistrate Perry Reeder decided to retire and withdrew as a candidate for relection. Three additional candidates for the 2018 Election filed from November 30, 2017 and December 6, 2018 in the office of Adair County Clerk Lisa Greer. They are: - Mark Selby , R, filed November 30, 2017, for Constable District 2.For the complete list as of and including this post: Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-12-06 18:46:16 | Comments | Printable version
Huston Pendleton, 77, Adair Co., KY (1940-2017) He was an outstanding member of the community. Mr. Pendleton was a member of the Bearwallow United Methodist Church. He was a retired school bus driver for the Adair Co. Board of Education, owner of Huston Pendleton Lime Service, and a farmer. He the patriarch of a accomplished, highly regarded family. He was the son of the late Finis Ray (Tootie) & Fannie Lea Curry Pendleton. He leaves 11 direct living descendants. Click on headline for complete obituary with photo(s) Huston Pendleton age 77 years of the Vester Community of Adair County KY passed away Tuesday, December 5, 2017 at 10:06amCT at his home. Funeral service will be Saturday, December 9, 2017 at 1pmCT at the Bearwallow United Methodist Church, 6020 Liberty Road, with Bro. Jordan Abell the officiating clergy. Interment in the Bearwallow Cemetery by the church. The family requests visiting after 3:30pmCT Friday, December 8, 2017, and Saturday morning from 6am-9:30amCT, at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home, or after 10amCT at the church. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-12-06 14:56:46 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Linda Humble, Russell Co., KY (1944-2017) Linda was a former employee of Russell Sportswear in Russell Springs. She was the daughter of the late Osby & Mary Bernard McQueary. She leaves six direct living descendants. Click on headline for complete obituary Linda Jewell Humble, 73, of Russell Springs, KY died Wednesday, December 6, 2017 at the Liberty Care Center. The funeral service will be held at 1pmCT Friday, December 8, 2017 in the Bernard Funeral Home Chapel, 367 North Main Street, Russell Springs, KY. Officiating will be Bro. David Blair. Interment in the Clear Springs Cemetery. Visitation begins after 11amCT on Friday before the service. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-12-06 14:07:07 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Taylor County Grand Jury returns indictments Tue 5 Dec 2017 Indictments brought against 9 individuals from Campbellsville, Greensburg, Summersville, Louisville, and Liberty, KY on charges including possession, burglary, escape, theft, and receiving stolen property. 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 Taylor County, KY Circuit Court grand jury, Campbellsville, KY, returned indictments against the following individuals on Tuesday, 5 December 2017: Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-12-06 13:04:16 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Windy Murphy, 49, Russell County, KY (1968-2017) She was a native of Fayette County, KY, and a resident of Russell County, KY, at the time of her death. She leaves 11 direct living descendants. Click on headline for complete, subject funeral arrangements to be added at a later date Windy Murphy, 49 of Russell Springs, KY passed away Tuesday, December 05, 2017 at Her residence. Memorial Services will be at 1pmCT, Friday, December 8, 2017m at Coffey Hill Church, Russell Springs, KY. Visitation after 10amCT, on Friday at the church. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-12-06 12:16:40 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
RJ Corman Railroad Group creates new apprenticeship program Since November of last year, 1,000 new apprentices statewide have been registered, bringing the total number of registered apprentices to 3,157 in 206 programs throughout Kentucky. Click on headline for complete story By Alexandra Englen News from the Kentucky Labor Cabinet Frankfort, Ky. (December 6, 2017) - Labor Secretary Derrick Ramsey joined officials from RJ Corman Railroad Group in Nicholasville today to announce the creation of a new apprenticeship program. This four-year Registered Apprenticeship focuses on developing skills as an electrician. Apprentices will receive 2,000 on-the-job and 144 classroom training hours per year and will earn a nationally recognized journeyman certificate upon completion of the program. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-12-06 11:18:23 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Kentucky
KSP charges Pulaski Countian with sexual exploitation offenses He was arrested as the result of an undercover Internet Crimes Against Children investigation. Suspect currently charged with 10 counts of possession of matter portraying a sex performance by a minor and one count of distribution of matter portraying a sexual performance by a minor, 1st offense. Note: Charges/allegations are not a finding of guilt. An individual charged by law enforcement is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty at some later criminal proceeding. By Les J. Williams, KY State Police SOMERSET, KY (Dec. 6, 2017) -- On December 5, 2017, at approximately 7:30 p.m., the Kentucky State Police Electronic Crime Branch arrested Derek R. George, 73, on charges related to possession of matter portraying a sex performance by a minor and distribution of matter portraying sexual performance by a minor. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-12-06 10:39:23 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Sano Baptist Church is new entry in CM Directory of Churches Teresa Luttrell has submitted a new CM Directory of Churches Listing for Sano Baptist Church: SANO BAPTIST CHURCH. 3005 Highway 1729, Russell Springs, KY, in the Sano Community, Russell County near the Adair County line. Pastor Dallas Luttrell. Sunday School 10amCT. Sunday Worship 11:00amCT and 5:30pmCT; Wednesday 6pmCT. Wednesday, 5pmCT, Free meals. Telephone 270-585-7053. Email: sanobaptistchurch@gmail.com. Sano Baptist website Not affiliated with any organizationThe church is located in the sanctuary formerly occupied by Cornerstone Freewill Baptist Church. 2017-12-06 09:49:42 | Comments | Printable version
CAUD Boil Water Advisory: Wain Street area UPDATE. THIS ADVISORY LIFTED: CAUD Boil Water Advisory Lifted for WAIN Street area Date Issued: 12/6/17. Time Issues: 8:52amCT. Received 9:03amCT. Post 9:15amCT A BOIL WATER ADVISORY is in effect for consumers of Columbia Adair Utilities District starting at 424 WAIN ST., Oak St., Ashley Court, Edna Dr., 401-581 Oak St.The advisory has been issued due to main line break. Following such an event, the potential exists for bacteriological contamination of the water supply therefore this Boil Water Advisory has been issued as a precautionary measure. Until further notice, boil all water used for drinking and cooking, bring the water to a rolling boil for three minutes before using. The advisory will remain in effect until the situation has been corrected and test results have shown the water to be of an acceptable quality. For more information concerning the Boil Water Advisory, contact Lennon Stone at Columbia Adair Utilities District, 270-384- 2017-12-06 08:55:22 | Comments | Printable version
KDA offers funding for projects to boost specialty crops Concept proposals are due by March 1, 2018. Specialty crops defined as fruits and vegetables, tree nuts, dried fruits, horticultural products, nursery crops (including floriculture), and honey. Click on headline for complete story By Ted Sloan News from KY Agriculture Commissioner Ryan Quarles Communications Office FRANKFORT, KY (Wed 6 Dec 2017) - The Kentucky Department of Agriculture (KDA) is seeking concept proposals for 2018 Specialty Crop Block Grant Program funding, Agriculture Commissioner Ryan Quarles has announced. "This funding is intended for projects that make Kentucky specialty crops more competitive in both domestic and foreign markets," Commissioner Quarles said. "Specialty crops make up a significant part of Kentucky's agricultural economy, and there is plenty of room for growth. We look forward to another round of creative proposals." Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-12-06 08:21:55 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Farm and Garden
Jerald McIntosh speaker at Journey to Recovery - 8 Dec 2017 Journey To Recovery, 114 Office Park Drive, Columbia, KY will be hosting Jerald McIntosh, Friday, December 8, 2017 at 6pmCT. Everyone is welcome. Contact: 270-566-3292.--Laverne Hadley 2017-12-06 07:58:58 | Comments | Printable version
ACHS presents Dessert Theatre event, Thu 7 Dec 2017 Between plays: Following that first play, the ACHS Theatre Department and gracious volunteers will present time to mingle and offer various pastries, cupcakes, pies, and desserts for the audience to enjoy. The setting is intended to be comfortable and relaxed, as we appreciate time to gather and fellowship between enjoyable family-friendly performances from students from Adair County schools. Click on headline for complete story By Victoria Leibeck-Owsley English Teacher Adair County High School; Adair County Middle School Academic Team Coach The ACHS Theatre Department presents "A Bit of Classic, A Bit of Contemporary: a Dessert Theatre Event," at 6:30pmCT - doors open at 6pmCT, Thursday, December 7, 2017, The show begins at 6:30pmCT, and will take place in the Adair County High School cafeteria, 526 Indian Drive, Columbia, KY. Admission to the event is free to everyone. The night features two one-act plays - each with a Christmas theme - with a time to mingle and dine on desserts between each play. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-12-06 07:47:34 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Arts Scene
Thanks from Adair County Jaycees - and a reminder to bidders Payment for items should be made at Flowers N Things By Greg Thomas The Adair County Jaycees would like to thank all that helped out with the 2017 Adair County Jaycee’s Radio Auction. This includes the media, people and businesses that donated items and everyone who purchased items. We would like to remind the bid winners they need to go by Flowers N Things, 310 Campbellsville Street, Columbia, KY to pay for their items. 2017-12-06 07:36:29 | Comments | Printable version
Jackie Holt, 74, Dunnville, KY (1943-2017) He was a retired General Motors (GM) employee who had worked for GM in Norwood, OH, Ft. Wayne, IN and Sharonville, OH. He was in the U.S. Army National Guard and attended Dunnville Christian Church. He was the son of the late Leslie & Viola Stogsdill Holt. His wife, Inice Mae Roy Price Holt, survives. He leaves nine direct and two step- living descendants. Click on headline for story with photo(s) Jackie Holt, age 74, of Dunnville, KY passed away on Monday December 4, 2017 at the University of Kentucky. Funeral Services will be held 12:30pmCT/1:30pmET, Thursday December 7, 2017 at Bartle Funeral Home Chapel, 142 KY Hwy 49, Liberty, KY, with Rev. Derrick Terry and Rev. Derek Holmes officiating. Burial will be in the Valley Oak Cemetery. Visitation will be held 4pm-8pmCT/5pm-8pmET, Wednesday December 6, 2017 and after 7amCT/8amET, Thursday December 7, 2017 at Bartle Funeral Home Chapel. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-12-06 07:26:00 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
2017 LWC Christmas Carnival ALBUM Click on headline for introduction with photo album from the event. From Travis Smith, LWC Assistant Public Relations Director The Lindsey Wilson College 2017 Christmas Carnival,held at the Holloway Wellness Center on Saturday, December 2, 2017, is a major element in Christmas in Columbia. This year, over 500 people attended the event run by students of the Professional Event Management course within the Recreation, Tourism & Sports Management major. - TRAVIS SMITH 2017-12-06 06:07:29 | Comments | Printable version
LWC's Oliver named 2017 AFCA Region 1 Coach of the Year Click on headline for story with photo(s) By Chris Wells, LWC Sports Information Director The honor is the fifth for Oliver, who just completed his eighth season in 2017 at Lindsey Wilson. He is one of four coaches across all levels of collegiate football to repeat as region coach of the year in their respective region. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-12-06 05:32:55 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
Melewi wants directions, more information about Hurt House Comments re photo 76192 Hurt House as it looked at one time from Mike Watson Melewi writes: Is this house still standing today and does it look like this? We need a map to accompany articles like this one so I can get a feel of where this all took place since I am from Off. Maury E Lewis - melewiThanks. And sorry about the omission The property is accessed by a private lane two locations south of Dreamland Motel, 510 Burkesville Street. Would think the number would be 514 or 516 Burkesville Street. The private lane to the house is between the yellow Cravens-now- Rogers Home and a small concrete block building which once served as the Ralph Hurt & Bobby Hutchison Law office. The Hurt Foust Woods can be seen along the back yards of homes on W Frazier Avenue. 2017-12-06 04:08:08 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local History
Cynthia A. Meyer - Why Confederate stones pointed at top Cynthia A Meyer writes: Reading Michael Watson's article brought back to mind the conversation I had with a Civil War Reenactor several years ago about the tombstones and grave markers that I had been finding. Although I had found several Union headstones in the area, but only a few Confederate were found.Comments re article 94312 MIKE WATSON The Fight at Columbia in Which Capt Jesse Carter was killed 2017-12-06 03:45:21 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
Melissa Moore praises choice for City Attorney, Dustin Warren Note on naming of Dustin Warren to City Attorney Post Melissa Moore writes: Great choice as a replacement. A young man with personal integrity which will be beneficial to the community as well. Congratulations!! - Melissa MooreComments re photo 76191 City Attorney Marshall Loy High praise as tenure nears close 2017-12-06 03:41:22 | Comments | Printable version
Christmas play at Egypt Christian Church - Sun 10 Dec 2017 The entertaining play "Cricket County Christmas In The City" will be presented o at 6:30pmCT, Sunday, December 10, 2017 at Egypt Christian Church, 4855 Knifley Road, Columbia, KY. Pastor Paul Patton and congregation invite everyone to come enjoy an evening of entertainment and fellowship. - W. M. FEESE, Jr. 2017-12-06 03:32:44 | Comments | Printable version
Today, WEDNESDAY with CM - 05 December 2017 Haiku by Robert Stone for December 6, 2017: When long bad spell ends,--Robert Stone, Wednesday, 6 December 2017. -1000 haiku twice now, now on to more days, Day 2276 2017-12-06 03:27:28 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today Birthdays and Anniversaries for December 6 Happy Birthday, Daniel Sneed (1973) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Haylee Elizabeth Wilkerson (2011) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Ida Doss | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jessica Hutcheson | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Kaden Hadley (2004) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Mark Douglas Pickett | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Michelle Matney | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Roberna "Wootsie" Potts (1943) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Sophia Adams | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William M. (Bill) Ballou, Columbia, KY (1939-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Helen Christine Morrison Adair Co., KY (1917) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Irene Coomer Warner, Adair Co., KY native (1932) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Betty Melson Vitrano, Adair County, KY (1939) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Yvonne Marshall Knifley Schneider, Adair Co., KY native (1927) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Evelyn Williams Service, Adair County, KY (1918) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Thurman Long, Jr, Casey County, KY (1942) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Amos Avery Gosser, Russell Co., KY (1917) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William (Bill) James Martens, 40, Adair Co., KY (1972-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Billie Ruth Wilson, Hustonville, KY (1955-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Christa Rode, Adair County, KY (1930-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Margaret Jean Henderson Alvey, Taylor Co., KY (1931-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Junior McQueary, Casey Co., KY (1937-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Curtis David Boswell, 75, Metcalfe County, KY (1939-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Allen Cape, 73, Cookeville, TN, Adair native (1942-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Betty Marie Horton, 46, Adair County, KY (1969-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ruby Mae Young Tomblin, Metcalfe County, KY (1960-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Marty Helm, 72, Adair County, KY (1944-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James Henry Sutton, Russell County, KY (1970-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Judy Richards, 66, Columbia, KY (1951-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Naomi Wooldridge, Jamestown, KY (1933-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Donald Goff, Taylor County, KY (1941-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Allen Scott (Shag) Crouch, 59, Columbia, KY (1964-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bertha Morgan, 72, Columbia, KY (1951-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Carol Sue Heiman, 71, Campbellsville, KY (1949-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Chris Douglas Beaty, 50, Cumberland County, KY (1968-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, David Joseph (Jody) Smithers, 41, Liberty, KY (1979-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Helen Doris (Dottie) Yaden, Casey County, KY (1940-2012) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lucille Hunt, 86, Taylor Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Marie Garnett, 82, Campbellsville, KY (1936-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Lou Blair, 80, Russell Springs, KY (1939-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Minnie Delores Acree, 76, Russell Springs, KY (1944-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Nina Mae Hamm, 84, Casey County, KY (1934-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Norma Jean Absher, 71, Green Co., KY (1948-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Olene Lizzie Beauchamp, 102, Metcalfe Co., KY native (1919-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ramona S. Franklin, 55, Columbia, KY (1968-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rev. John Harvey Berry, 38, Summersville, KY (1982-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Robert Dewayne (Robbie) Rodgers, 37, Elkhorn, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William Douglas (Doug) Lane, 58, Liberty, KY (1962-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Wednesday, December 6, 2017 All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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