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Daily News for Tuesday, March 5, 2019
Ash Wednesday events in Columbia, Greensburg, Jamestown Kathryn Krug writes: Ash Wednesday Schedule at Good Shepherd church, 1217 Greensburg Street, Columbia: Mass and distribution of ashes, 9amCT. (There will be no 6:30pm Mass.) 2019-03-05 21:04:35 | Comments | Printable version
Special Called Adair County Fiscal Court meeting - report By Tiffany Kessler Magistrate Terry Hadley Returns, New Sheriff Fleet on the Way, Jailer's Request Tabled District 7 Magistrate Terry Hadley received a heartwarming welcome back by Judge Gale Cowan and the entire court before the Thursday, February 28, 2019 special called fiscal court meeting began. Hadley had been absent since late January due to health issues. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2019-03-05 20:49:52 | Comments | Printable version
Parks & Rec Board to meet at Blair Center 6 Mar 2019 By Pam Shearer The Columbia Parks and Recreation board will meet Wednesday, March 6, 2019 at 4:30pmCT at the the Jim Blair Community Center, 901 Hudson Street, Columbia, KY. The meeting is open to the public. 2019-03-05 18:37:32 | Comments | Printable version
Patricia Lynn Wilcoxson, 51, Campbellsville, KY (1967-2019) She loved flowers, entertaining family and was a very loving wife and mother. She lived life to the fullest and never met a stranger. Patricia Lynn Wilcoxson passed away at 8:39 P.M., Monday, March 4, 2019 in Campbellsville. She was 51 years old. The funeral service will be held at 1pmET on Thursday, March 7, 2019 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home, 418 Lebanon Ave., Campbellsville, KY. Bro. John Batcher will officiate. Burial will follow in Summer Shade United Methodist Church Cemetery, Greensburg. Visitation is requested from 5pmET until 8pmET on Wednesday, Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2019-03-05 17:48:23 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Glow Orange to promote work zone safety By Naitore Djigbenou Frankfort, KY -. (March 5, 2019) - The Bluegrass will soon be glowing orange with the help of local businesses shedding light on the importance of work zone safety. The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) invites organizations and residents to pledge to light buildings, structures, bridges and homes in the color orange on Wednesday, April 10 as part of the "Glow Orange, Kentucky" initiative inspired by the nation's observance of "Go Orange Day" to promote work zone safety. First introduced in 2017, the "Glow Orange, Kentucky" initiative drew participation from 13 organizations, lighting prominent Kentucky structures like the Florence Y'all Water Tower in northern Kentucky and the Big Four Bridge in Louisville. Organizations are asked to complete an online pledge form by Friday, March 22. Participants will be featured in the KYTC's promotional materials during National Work Zone Awareness Week (NWZAW) April 8-12. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2019-03-05 17:44:03 | Comments | Printable version
20 minutes in 2020 can impact KY for next decade Adair County's Work Ready Community group putting together the application for renewal is in agreement with state leadership - it is vital that Columbia and Adair County citizens put our best forward in the upcoming census. Gov. Bevin and a bipartisan delegation of legislators are encouraging communities to form Complete Count Committees (CCCs), which will localize and unify Census efforts. CCCs leverage local knowledge, influence, resources and trusted voices to educate communities, leading their counties to a successful census count. By Nicole Burton Frankfort, KY - - Gov. Matt Bevin today joined members of the 2020 Census State Task Force, a bipartisan delegation of state legislators, and stakeholder groups in Frankfort to encourage statewide participation in the 2020 U.S. Census. "The decennial U.S. Census is a vital undertaking that directly impacts each state's legislative representation as well as the allocation of federal funds and governmental services," said Gov. Bevin. "Every single person's life is only made better by being counted. It's as simple as that. Through the hard work of Kentuckians across the state, I am confident that we will see increased awareness and maximum participation in the 2020 Census." Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2019-03-05 17:41:04 | Comments | Printable version
Parent/Teacher Conference Dates Set By Phyllis Curry Academic Dean, Adair County Schools Since March 11 was put back into the Adair County calendar as an attendance day, parent-teacher conference dates have been set for all Adair County schools. Please make plans to visit your child's school to discuss his/her progress during the designated time. All conferences will be from 3pmCT until 6pmCT on the dates indicated below:
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New web site helps relative-caregivers find support By Doug Hogan Frankfort, KY - The Kentucky Department for Community Based Services (DCBS) has launched a new online resource to give support information to relative and fictive kin caregivers. The new Kinship Navigator Section on the KY FACES website (Kentucky Foster Adoptive Caregiver Exchange System) provides information and quick links to supportive services for relative and fictive kin caregivers raising children. The new web portal is at this link: prdweb.chfs.ky.gov/kyfaces. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2019-03-05 15:28:10 | Comments | Printable version
ACSO: Adair County woman faces drug charges By Sheriff Josh Brockman Adair County Sheriff's Office On Saturday, March 2, 2019, at 10:21pmCT, the Adair County Sheriff's Office conducted a traffic stop on a 2001 Buick operated by Angela Robinson, age 39, of Columbia. Deputies became suspicious there might be illegal narcotics in the vehicle, and called for K-9 to assist in the search. With the assistance of K-9, a bag containing suspected methamphetamine was located inside the vehicle. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2019-03-05 15:24:50 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Suspect in shooting of Barren deputy sees case go to grand jury By Justin Story, Bowling Green Daily News A suspect involved in a high-speed chase reached for a police officer's gun multiple times during a confrontation before the gun went off, wounding a Barren County deputy, according to courtroom testimony Monday. A preliminary hearing was held in Barren District Court in the case against Jonathan D. Shelton, 37, of Smyrna, Tenn. Shelton is charged with numerous offenses stemming from the Feb. 23 incident, including first-degree assault (police officer) for the injury suffered by Deputy Joseph Ford of the Barren County Sheriff's Office. Read more at bgdailynews.com 2019-03-05 11:56:49 | Comments | Printable version
Frankfort man charged for beef theft By Zack McDonald, The State Journal A Franklin County man has been arrested after more than $75,000 worth of beef came up missing from a Louisville grocer over the span of several months, police allege. Billy Wethington, 42, of Frankfort, was arrested Friday in the case. He had been an employee with a Louisville grocer, which was not identified in reports, until management allegedly discovered he'd been stealing thousands of dollars worth of beef tenderloins over about eight months. Wethington was booked into the Louisville Metro Department of Corrections on a charge of theft by unlawful taking of an amount exceeding $10,000, a Class D felony. Read more at state-journal.com 2019-03-05 11:55:37 | Comments | Printable version
Please continue prayers for Paul Sullivan, FM2 bread man Cumberland County EMS had to rescue Paul Sullivan and take him to Cumberland County Hospital where he remains after he started running a fever - they floated him across the river on a "raft" he said. Please continue prayers for him and all our neighbors in next door Cumberland County as flooding from the lake continues to cause problems for many. His home on Goose Creek is surrounded by water and has to be reached by boat. 2019-03-05 08:29:45 | Comments | Printable version
ACHS Class of 1979 Reunion is Sat 31 Aug 2019 The Adair County High School Class of 1979 will be having their 40th class reunion on Saturday, August 31, 2019, at 5:30pmCT at the Holmes Bend Marina meeting room, 5380 Holmes Bend Rd, Columbia, KY. The cost for each person will be $25. This price will include the meal and entertainment for the night. Please send the money to Kim Goodin, 152 Pineview Loop, Columbia, Kentucky 42728. The money needs to be sent by July 31, 2019. If you have questions you may call 270-378-2399. --Margaret L Harden 2019-03-05 07:02:33 | Comments | Printable version
Grants available for opioid addiction treatment By Zac Oakes Isaiah House Treatment Center Public Relations Assistant The cost of treatment can sometimes be a barrier for those seeking help with opioid addiction, but through Kentucky's Opioid Response Effort (KORE), those in need have a new option, as funds are available for individuals without insurance seeking residential treatment for an opioid use disorder. Kentucky residents who have an income not exceeding 150 percent of the federal poverty level annually, which is approximately $18,000 for a single household, can qualify to have the cost for 30 days of residential treatment for opioid use disorder covered by KORE. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2019-03-05 06:45:05 | Comments | Printable version
Business: Cheatham focuses on finance George Cheatham, whose office is located in the Madison Square Building at 203 Burkesville Street in Columbia, recently completed two industry certifications, the Certified Financial Fiduciary (CFF) and Bucket Plan Best Interest Planning certifications. A resident and former Mayor of Greensburg, Kentucky, Cheatham said the recent certifications signify his renewed commitment to serving the financial planning needs of the area. "I'm just looking forward to reintroducing my practice, having served as Mayor for 16 years," Cheatham said. "While I've served my existing clients and taken some referrals, I can't wait to begin meeting new clients and focusing on growing my practice." Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2019-03-05 06:37:55 | Comments | Printable version
Carol Perkins: How to tame a dragon Previous Column: Fluffy Sam can't sleep By Carol Perkins I bought a Dragon. It is called Dragon Naturally Speaking Home version. When I complained about how much time I spent at the computer, typing and typing (I call it that), a young writer friend suggested this product. At thirty-years-old, he knows technology and I know just enough. He explained how it worked and I was hooked. I bought a cheap version that was several years behind, but so is my computer. They matched. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2019-03-05 06:18:00 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Carol Perkins
GCHS Band UCW wrestling fundraiser is Sat 9 Mar 2019 The Green County High School Band will be hosting a professional wrestling event on Saturday, March 9, 2018 at The Green County High School Gymnasium, located at 302 Brummal Ave., Greensburg, KY. The 5th Annual Ultimate Championship Wrestling Fundraiser Bell Time is 7:30pmCT, with a Meet & Greet beginning at 6pmCT. Proceeds from this wrestling fundraiser will benefit the Green County Band and its student members. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2019-03-05 06:06:06 | Comments | Printable version
Sen. Max Wise's Legislative Update - Mon 4 Mar 2019 Senator Wise reports on fifth week of the 2019 regular session.  Personal political commentary/opinions of the writer By State Senator Max Wise, (R-Campbellsville) 16th District: Adair, Clinton, Cumberland, McCreary, Russell, Taylor, and Wayne Counties The fifth week of the 153rd Regular Session of the General Assembly was marked by the first bills of the year being delivered to the governor, including a sweeping measure to enhance school safety across Kentucky. The bill, named the School Safety and Resiliency Act, was a legislative priority and given the designation of Senate Bill 1 after the slaying of two students at Marshall County High School last winter in Benton. Many of SB 1's provisions were suggested during eight months of testimony, research and study by the bipartisan, bicameral School Safety Working Group (SSWG). Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2019-03-05 05:57:40 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Politics
Quarles proclaims Soybean Week in Kentucky Frankfort, KY - Agriculture Commissioner Ryan Quarles saluted Kentucky's soybean producers by proclaiming Soybean Week in Kentucky the week of March 4. "Kentucky soybean growers produced a record crop in 2018," Commissioner Quarles said. "Kentucky is recognized as a national leader in the American soybean industry with our own Davie Stephens of Clinton serving as president of the American Soybean Association and Keith Tapp of Sebree serving as chairman of the United Soybean Board. I commend Kentucky's soybean growers and pledge the resources of the Kentucky Department of Agriculture to help them find new markets around the globe." Kentucky produced a record 103 million bushels of soybeans in 2018, the National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) reported. Kentucky growers achieved an estimated yield of 52 bushels per acre. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2019-03-05 05:24:32 | Comments | Printable version
Sunny, windy and cold, high 31F It's currently 13F at the Adair County Mesonet station. Expect sunny skies today, with a high near 31F. Wind chill values could be as low as 8F. West wind 5 to 10 mph increasing to 11 to 16 mph in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 26 mph. Tonight should be mostly clear, with a low around 16F and wind chill values as low as 9F. Northwest wind 6 to 11 mph. Wednesday should be sunny again, with a high near 36F and wind chill values as low as 9F. West wind 6 to 10 mph. Clouds will increase by Wednesday night, with an overnight low around 23F. West wind around 6 mph becoming calm in the evening. 2019-03-05 05:22:51 | Comments | Printable version
7-County Area Courts for Tue 5 Mar 2019 Local schedules for Circuit Courts, District Courts, for Tuesday, March 5, 2019, at a glance:
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Today - TUESDAY with CM - 5 Mar 2019 Haiku by Robert Stone for March 5, 2019: While books can be friends,--Robert Stone, Tuesday, 5 March 2019. -1000 haiku twice now, now on to more days, Day 2730 2019-03-05 05:15:51 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today Birthdays and Anniversaries for March 5 Happy Birthday, Alexis Grider | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Andy McAllister | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Austin Chase Roberts (2005) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Ben Cheatham | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Blake Redmon | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Brayden Eric Richardson | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Carolyn Corbin Taylor | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Lorene Birdwell | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Molly Kate Froedge | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Rodney Burton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Twalia Gilbert | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Elizabeth Watkins Tweedy, 70, Cumberland Co., KY (1948-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James William Marrs, Taylor County, KY (1953-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Clinton Walton Kelly, Green County, KY (1930-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary E. Clark, Campbellsville, KY (1922-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Carol Ann Russell, Liberty, KY (1939-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Alberta Joan Horn White, Russell Springs, KY (1935-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Garry Coffey, Russell County, KY native (1952-2020) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Trenton Allen Michael Bray, Adair County, KY (5 Mar 2010-5 Mar 2010) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, J.D. Henson, Adair Co., KY, native, (1917) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Christine Moore, Russell Co., KY (1934) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Richard Lee Russell, Taylor Co., KY (1935) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Ruth Helen Sharp Norris Walker, Cumberland Co., KY, (1929) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sharon Lynn Garmon, Green County, KY (1956) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Golda Davidson Long, Cumberland Co., KY (1922-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Molly Sue Vessels, Green County, KY (1955-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. William Elwood Ervin, Green Co., KY (1927-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Weldon Lee Wolfe, Burkesville, KY (1948-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. William (Bill) Lingle, Green Co., KY (1930-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Anna Lou Shirley, 81, Adair Co., KY (1934-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Eloise (Lois) Willis, 77, Adair Co., KY (1939-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Alesha A. Morrison , 45, Columbia, KY (1972-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Shirley Simpson Long, Green County, KY native (1941-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lois Tarter Carson, Dunnville, KY/Adair native (1928-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Thomas Hulse Wilcoxson, Jr., Green County, KY (1932-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mark Thomas Skaggs, 60, Jamestown, Russell Co., KY (1958-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Helen Curry, Adair County, KY (1934-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dennis Dale Powell, 64, Columbia, KY (1956-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Johnny Robert Cox, 51, Burkesville, KY (1970-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Joyce Douglas, 80, Campbellsville, KY (1941-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lois Lobb Kendall, 87, Adair Co., KY native (1934-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Haynes, 84, Adair County, KY (1936-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Misty Dawn Garrett, 40, Campbellsville, KY (1981-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Tanya Prewitt, 43, Liberty, KY (1977-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Tuesday, March 5, 2019 All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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