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Letter: Looking for a TV Box

Maury Lewis writes:
If there is a person out in Magazine land that has just purchased a 52 inch TV, I need the box so I can pack my TV in it when I move. Many thanks. --Maury Lewis 270-634-2092


2020-07-07 21:00:47 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback

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Scenic Kentucky: Fishing til sunset



2020-07-07 - Shelby Co., KY - Photo by Evan Waggener.
Enjoying the sunset all the more with a big fish on the line.
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Sad word of the passing of Lesa Feese Rich

We have received word from her family of the passing of Lesa Feese Rich, formerly of Columbia, on Monday, July 6, 2020 in Atlanta, GA.

An full obituary will be posted later.

2020-07-07 17:28:56 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Rev. Henry K. Nelson, 57, Jacob Grove Baptist Pastor

Rev. Henry K. Nelson, age 57, of Louisville, passed away Thursday, July 2, 2020.

A Walk-Through visitation will be from 4-6pmCT Friday, July 10, 2020 at Jacob Grove Baptist Church in Summersville.

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2020-07-07 15:47:16 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Governor's Tuesday update: Positive cases rising

By Crystal Staley/Sebastian Kitchen

Frankfort, KY - Gov. Andy Beshear on Tuesday updated Kentuckians on the state's continued efforts to fight the novel coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19).

"This remains a very serious global health challenge. Dr. Anthony Fauci, the nation's foremost infectious disease expert, said only yesterday that we are 'still knee-deep in the first wave' of coronavirus infections here in the U.S.," the Governor said. "The number of positive cases has been rising across the nation. Although eventually there will be a vaccine, we need to be mindful that it will not be perfected or ready to distribute anytime soon. We therefore must remain vigilant to protect the most vulnerable among us."

The Governor reminded everyone that his next press briefing will be held Thursday, July 9, at 4pmET.

Case Information
As of 4 p.m. July 7, Gov. Beshear said there were at least 17,519 coronavirus cases in Kentucky, 371 of which were newly reported Tuesday.

"Today is a tough day in our fight against the coronavirus. While we've long noted that case numbers fluctuate due to differences in reporting - and that weekends often see lower tallies that sometimes catch up during the week - today's numbers are cause for serious concern," the Governor said. "We have worked too long and hard, and sacrificed too much, to squander the gains we have made in this fight. However, the only way to secure our safety is to recommit ourselves to doing what we all know is required of us: washing our hands frequently, staying at least six feet from others, avoiding crowds, getting tested frequently and cooperating with contact tracers if they call with information."

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2020-07-07 15:20:52 | Comments | Printable version

LWC Cycling finishes No. 7 in National Rankings

By Chris A. Coombs

The Lindsey Wilson cycling team finished the season with a No. 7 overall ranking in the 2019-20 USA Cycling National Collegiate Varsity Rankings, despite the COVID-19 shortened season.

The Blue Raiders racked up points in the three disciplines they competed in at the national championships. LWC scored 46 points in Track as well as Cross Country and 49 points in Mountain Bike to total 141 points.

Due to the shortened season, the Blue Raiders were unable to compete in their best discipline, BMX as well as ROAD.

"We competed at Track Nationals in September, a return for the program after being absent for the last few years," Head Coach Josh Patton said. "We had a great effort in the Team Sprint placing ninth as Luis Rivera also performed well throughout the weekend to show me promising growth in the discipline over the next few years."

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2020-07-07 14:06:30 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports

Gatton Students Persist With Summer Learning

By Tommy Newton

Bowling Green, KY - In spite of recent global events concerning COVID-19, students from The Carol Martin Gatton Academy of Mathematics and Science in Kentucky have continued summer learning in virtual internships, reimagined programs and, in some cases, in-person at WKU, around the Commonwealth, and around the globe.

In addition to prestigious research internships through the National Science Foundation (NSF) and internships through The Gatton Academy's new public-private partnership program, the Gatton Sponsored Internship Program, this summer also features virtual study abroad opportunities.

Gatton Academy students from the local area include:
  • Elizabeth Cook, Adair County High School class of 2021, who was selected to research Synthesis of semiconductor nano-particles in ionic liquids with Dr. Lawrence Hill of the WKU Department of Chemistry.

  • Elisha Fletcher, Russell County High School Class of 2021, who was selected to study Piranha Bite Force and Morphometrics with Dr. Steve Huskey of the WKU Department of Biology.

  • Samuel Leveridge, Russell County High School class of 2021, who had been selected for a study abroad partnership with Harlaxton College in Grantham, Englad, and will instead be studying Honors: Introduction to Literature with Drs. Dawn Hall and Ted Hovet of the WKU Department of English
"Gatton Academy students actively seek opportunities to continue their learning and contribute to their communities year-round. This summer is no different as they are continuing research and internships online, learning critical languages, and working in family businesses and local grocery stores," director Dr. Lynette Breedlove said. "I admire our students' dedication as they contribute to local economies, as well as state and national scientific advances."

A list of grouped student summer plans appears below followed by individual student experiences.

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2020-07-07 14:04:24 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education

KSP asks for your vote for Best Looking Cruiser

By Sergeant Josh Lawson

Frankfort, KY - KSP seeks the national title for 'Best Looking Cruiser' and needs your vote in the American Association of State Troopers (AAST) annual contest. Competing against state law enforcement agencies across the U.S., KSP knows how important every vote is. Last year, KSP took third place and was featured on the calendar for the month of March. KSP won the contest in 2018.

Voting begins Tuesday, July 7 on the AAST Facebook page or you can go directly to https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/T9XVPN3. Voting will end on Tuesday, July 21 2020 at 12:00 PM EST. Timing is crucial in this race, only social media interactions will be counted after the two week period ends. The top 12 finishers will earn a spot on the 2021 calendar.

We are asking the public's support to vote for KSP and share the contest information with family and friends.

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2020-07-07 13:20:01 | Comments | Printable version

Letter: What are we teaching children about masks

Cynthia Meyer writes:
In a recent letter received from Adair County Judge Executive Gale B. Cowan dated June 25,2020 regarding a county associate -"why isn't he wearing a mask if he was speaking to a citizen while on the clock?" -and I quote from the letter "Masks are only a recommendation by Governor Beshear and the Fiscal Court, not a requirement. They are highly recommended when around a crowd of people."
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2020-07-07 11:40:38 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback

Jason Hood, 45, Casey County, KY (1973-2020)

Jason Gene Hood, age 46, of Liberty, KY passed away on Monday July 6, 2020.

Visitation will be held 12noonET on Wednesday July 8, 2020 at Bartle Funeral Home Chapel and the funeral will start at 2pm with Bro. Jimmy Brown officiating. Burial will be in the Casey County Memorial Gardens.

For the health and respect of the family please follow all rules for social distancing.

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2020-07-07 10:51:24 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Letter: No mask, get sick, don't go to ER

James Roberts writes:
I understand fully if you do or do not wear a mask, it is your choice. That’s what so great about this country and what it was founded upon. Choice and freedoms. Neither one of those came lightly but at a very personal expense from someone in our family.

I personally know of 3 people that have died from this horrible disease. If you ever experience someone dying of this then you will feel a little different about the mask situation.

There are masks that help with the spread of disease and viruses. That is, if you're human and have feeling for your fellow man. The one reason have we laws for speed limits, seatbelts, and driving while under the influence is sometimes we as a society can’t control or govern ourselves so someone has to step in and make that decision for us.

If you care then wear. If not, stay home. The ones that don’t care or won’t wear a mask will be the first ones to call an ambulance or show up at the emergency room if they get sick. So if you don’t wear one and you get sick, stay home and don’t call anyone for help! - Just my opinion, James


2020-07-07 10:42:20 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback

Faye Wilson, 79, Russell County, KY

Faye Wilson, age 79 of Russell Springs, died Saturday, July 4, 2020.

There will be no services.

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2020-07-07 10:37:21 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Letter: What are we teaching children about masks

Jennifer writes:
I whole heartedly agree regarding face mask wearing here in Adair County and likely widespread around us! Seems our local citizens are very complacent about wearing a mask in public! It is hard to imagine there is not more concern for others by this simple, yes somewhat bothersome gesture of wearing a mask, for the sake of keeping those at risk safe from this virus!

Secondly isn't it true children learn from adults? What sort of example are the adults of this community showing their children by playing chicken with authority and the virus by ignoring the recommendation of social distancing and wearing of a mask in public areas? Frankly, I believe they are teaching them that "I" matters more than others. How sad is this?? Aren't we better than that?

It's not just the general public either as I also have seen employees not wearing their masks. Some have had them hanging on their necks, down on their chins and not covering their nose also, even while huddling in groups chatting. If it's not worn properly it is useless. No one likely can say they like to wear a mask, but my goodness isn't there a time that we do what we need to just because it's the right thing to do!!!???
Sincerely, Jennifer


2020-07-07 07:58:21 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback

Clifty Creek drowning in Russell County

By Mary Ellis with Sergeant Travis Neal of the Kentucky Fish and Wildlife
and Russell County Coroner Coroner Mark Coots

An apparent drowning occurred Monday afternoon in Russell County at Clifty Creek on Lake Cumberland. According to Russell County Coroner Coroner Mark Coots, 17 year old Tyler Grant of Russell County was swimming with several friends in a cove at Clifty Creek.

Witnesses reportedly stated that Grant had made his way across the cove and was on his way back when he apparently cramped up and went under.

Divers recovered Grant's body in about 45 minutes.

Coots said the cause of death was drowning. There were no signs of foul play and no call for an autopsy, but a toxicology test will be performed. The investigation is continuing.

2020-07-07 07:47:26 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports

KY Afield Video: July 4, 2020 Full Show



In this week's episode: celebrate the 4th of July with Fishing with the family. Then head out to catch some bass on top water, before finishing it off with night fishing on Lake Cumberland.

2020-07-07 06:31:55 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Ky Afield Outdoors

Columbia Christian Church Vacation Bible School

By Adam Shepard

Columbia Christian Church, 206 Campbellsville ST, Columbia, KY, will hold Vacation Bible School on August 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30, 2020, from 5pmCT to 7:30pmCT each night.

2020-07-07 06:10:24 | Comments | Printable version

Letter: Regarding masks

Yvonne Kolbenschlag writes:
Tom Hanks says "Wear a mask!" I'm believin' Tom.


2020-07-07 06:07:38 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback

Mostly sunny today, chance of afternoon storms, high 89F

It's currently 68F at the Adair County Mesonet station. It will be mostly sunny today, with a 30 percent chance of afternoon showers and thunderstorms, and a high near 89F. Calm wind becoming southwest around 5 mph.

Tonight will be partly cloudy, with a continued 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, and an overnight low around 69F. Patchy fog may develop after 1amCT.

Wednesday will be mostly sunny, with a high near 89F and a 30 percent chance of afternoon showers and thunderstorms. Light and variable wind.

Wednesday Night will be partly cloudy, with an overnight low of 70F and a 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms.

2020-07-07 06:05:21 | Comments | Printable version

Haiku by Robert Stone for July 7, 2020

A new cat lucky
will have put all the old cats
into their places.
--Robert Stone, Tuesday, 7 July 2020.
-1000 haiku thrice now, more days coming up, Day 3220

2020-07-07 06:00:55 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today

7-County Area Courts for Tue 7 Jul 2020

Local schedules for Circuit Courts, District Courts, for Tuesday, July 7, 2020, at a glance:
  • Adair County: No events Circuit Court. No events District Court.
  • Casey County: No events Circuit Court. 33 events District Court.
  • Cumberland County: No events Circuit Court. No events District Court.
  • Green County: No events Circuit Court. No events District Court.
  • Metcalfe County: No events Circuit Court. No events District Court.
  • Russell County: No events Circuit Court. No events District Court.
  • Taylor County: 162 events Circuit Court. 2 events District Court.
Note: NOT Official. Always Click to Docket for all Kentucky Counties

2020-07-07 05:59:39 | Comments | Printable version

COVID-19 update: 5 new cases in Adair Monday

By Gale Cowan, Adair County Judge Executive

7/6/2020 Update: Per the Lake Cumberland District Health Department, first I will report that we have 2 more recovered today but we have 5 new cases to report today. All are either contact with another cases or the case came in late and is still being investigated.

This brings our total to 136 total cases with 88 recovered and 19 deaths.

We have 29 active cases with 27 in home isolation and 2 in area hospitals.

Our cases are continuing to rise and we need to take all precautions possible to keep from spreading the disease.

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2020-07-07 00:54:28 | Comments | Printable version

CAUD board meeting postponed

By Jennifer Carter

Columbia/Adair Utilities District monthly board meeting scheduled for Thursday, July 9, 2020 has been postponed.

We will update with new meeting date and time when made available.

2020-07-07 00:52:10 | Comments | Printable version


Birthdays and Anniversaries for July 7
Happy Anniversary, Clinton "Tom" and Tonya Bunch (2007) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, George and Melody Russell Pollard | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Jason and Jennifer Perkins | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Joe and Stephanie Watson (2007) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Kevin and Heather Spoon (2007) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Robby and Julie Burton | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Ron and Laura Hansen | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Andrea Morrison (2000) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Angie Cowan | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Brenton Harvey (2007) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Bryan Cook | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Chris D. Coomer (1972) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, David D. Upchurch | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Dick Fitzpatrick | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Dick Fitzpatrick | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Emily Burton | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Julie Avery | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Katie Campbell (1969) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Katrina Kerr (1988) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Leighton Brockman | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Levi Anthony Burton (1998) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Lindsay Williams | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Marilyn Turner | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Peggy Conover | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Sandy Conover & grandson Jaxson Conover (2010) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Shay Knifley | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Steve Jenkins | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Todd Smith | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Tristen Burton | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Donald Edward Christie, 76, Taylor County, KY (1937-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Connie Lynn Moore, Taylor Co., KY (1957-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Gene Goodin, 78, Finley, KY (1936-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Randy Wooldridge, Russell County, KY (1941-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Margaret Banks, Adair County, KY | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jerry Rector, Adair County, KY | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, John Hancock, Harrodsburg, KY (1960-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Keturah Kearney, Casey Co., KY (1985-2011) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Avis Foley, Russell Co., KY (1924) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jeraldene (Deanie) Tucker , 71, Adair Co., KY (1939 | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Kathryn Mae Gossage, Russell County, KY (1934) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Brenda Richard, Adair County, KY (1946) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ernest Alexander, Casey Co. KY (1936) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Eva Jane Wooldridge, Russell Springs, KY (1928-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Sophia E Loy Wheelock (1934-2914) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Enola Grant, Adair County, KY (1939-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Kearney R. (K.R.) Adams, Jr., Mt. Vernon, KY (1954-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Robert H. (Bob) Romine, Taylor Co., KY (1925-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Odell Brim, Taylor Co. KY (1939-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ronald Gene Roy Liberty, KY (1941-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bro. Lendell Shirley, 69, Metcalfe County, KY (1946-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Richard (Ricky) Robison, 61, Taylor County, KY (1954-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Charles A. Walters, 76, Russell Co., KY (1940-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Barbara Chapman Mills, Taylor County, KY (1940-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bro. Sherman Bowles, Summer Shade, KY (1927-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jennifer Christine (Chris) Roy, 45, Russell Co, KY (1972-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Alice Marie Stephens, 83, Russell Springs, KY (1938-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Beverly Jean Gillespie, 69, Campbellsville, KY (1951-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Christine Blankenship Rogers, 91, Campbellsville, KY (1929-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Connie Fay Scott, 46, Adair Co., KY (1974-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Cora Mae Giles Rector, 94, Columbia, KY native (1928-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Dorothy Lawson, 87, Campbellsville, KY (1940-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Edward Leroy Munday, 75 Adair Co., KY native Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Hilda Mae Branham Baker, 72, Cumberland County, KY native (1946-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lillie Rector Dicken (July 7,1928 - January 1, 2010) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Marshall Wingler, 79, Campbellsville, KY (1942-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Martha Wethington McCubbin, Adair Co. native (1929-2015) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mary Ernestine Bennett, 86, Columbia, KY (1937-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Neoma Caulk Peters, 90, Campbellsville, KY (1929-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Paula Shively, Campbellsville, KY (1938-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ray Tabor, 69, formerly of Fairplay, Adair Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Sara Jean Marshall, 93, Adair County, KY (1926-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Stephen Eugene (Steve) Beaty, 68, Columbia, KY native (1952-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Wanda Imogene Lane, 89, Green Co., KY (1922-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)

Events scheduled for Tuesday, July 7, 2020
All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
9:00amCTPick up USDA mixed dairy box at Adair County Primary Center today | (ID:60765, Comment)
11:00amCTServices for Patricia Ann Keith, 51, Columbia, KY (1969-2020) | (ID:60761, Comment)
6:00pmCTSpecial Called School Board meeting (click for agenda) | (ID:60757, Comment)

  

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