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Daily News for Monday, October 12, 2020
Joyce Ann Bennett, 71, Taylor County, KY (1948-2020) Joyce Ann Bennett of Campbellsville, the daughter of the late George and Mary (Abernathy) Bennett, was born October 13, 1948 in Adair County, KY and departed this life on Sunday, October 11, 2020 in Campbellsville at the Taylor Regional Hospital. She was 71 years of age. She had made a profession of faith in Christ and attended the New Journey Church and was Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Joyce enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2020-10-12 22:30:32 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
COVID-19 update: Adair spike is growing, Taylor now red, one dies in Russell Monday night report, October 12, 2020 -- 13 new cases in Adair County which continues to spike. Adair numbers started spiking last Tuesday, October 6th at 14 cases, Wednesday 7, Thursday 9, Friday 9, Saturday 13, Sunday 5 and today 13 = 70 new cases diagnosed in one week. Taylor County is now also designated a red zone due to their numbers of cases diagnosed. And, sadly, a 58-year-old Russell County man died from COVID-19 today. By Amy Tomlinson, LCDHD Deaths: We are sad to report 1 new death today from Russell. We have experienced a total of 75 deaths resulting in a 2.25% mortality rate among known cases. This compares with a 1.55% mortality rate at the state level, and a 2.74% morality rate at the national level. Our hearts and prayers go out to all the families and friends who have lost loved ones. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2020-10-12 22:03:48 | Comments | Printable version
Letter: The lady has 16 spots Billy Joe Fudge writes: I believe Ms. Freeman's confusion is attributable to miscounting. There does appear to be 8 spots on the left hemisphere which, assuming the same number of spots on the right hemisphere, would indeed make this a 16 Spotted Ladybug.Comments re: Letter: 14- or 16-spotted ladybird In Marie's defense, we combined her first and second letters on the subject, and 16 was her final number, too. -- Pen 2020-10-12 18:26:34 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
October is National Pedestrian Safety Month By Erin G. Eggen Frankfort, KY - Even if you usually drive to your destination, everyone is a pedestrian at some point - maybe walking your child across the street to the bus stop or walking to a grocery store down the road to buy dinner. That means each of us has a personal reason for wanting to keep our streets safe for all who use them. In a crash between a vehicle and a pedestrian, the pedestrian is far more likely to be killed or injured. For this reason, the Kentucky Office of Highway Safety (KOHS) is partnering with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in October for National Pedestrian Safety Month. "We are called to treat others the way we would want to be treated, and that means being as cautious when you are a driver as you would want other drivers to be when you or your children are pedestrians," said Gov. Andy Beshear. "Common-sense habits, especially putting your phone down while driving or walking, can save dozens of Kentuckians' lives every year." "We're asking both motorists and pedestrians to practice safe behaviors while driving and walking in order to prevent crashes, injuries and deaths on our roadways," said Transportation Cabinet Secretary Jim Gray. "It's a shared responsibility that helps all road users arrive at their destinations safely." Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2020-10-12 15:54:52 | Comments | Printable version
Governor's Monday update: Escalation trend continues By Crystal Staley/Sebastian Kitchen Frankfort, KY - - Gov. Andy Beshear on Monday updated Kentuckians on the state's continuing efforts to fight the novel coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19). Gov. Beshear conducted Monday's news conference remotely as he and his family quarantine in the Governor's Mansion after they were potentially exposed to COVID-19 late Saturday afternoon through a member of the Governor's security detail. The Governor and his family have tested negative and continue to feel well. The Beshear family will be tested regularly and will remain in quarantine until cleared by the Kentucky Department for Public Health (DPH). "We're doing great. I'm feeling great, my family feels great. We are trying to be really positive about this situation," the Governor said. "We want to thank everybody who has sent their well wishes, not just for my health but also for the member of my security detail who tested positive. We're all trying to do our best to get through this together." He added that the security detail member was experiencing mild symptoms but doing well. Case Information - Monday, Oct. 12 As of 4 p.m. Oct. 12, Gov. Beshear said there were at least 80,930 coronavirus cases in Kentucky, 643 of which were newly reported Monday. Ninety-four of the newly reported cases were from children up to age 18, of which 18 were age 5 and under. The youngest was just 4 months old. "Today, our escalations continue. This is the highest number of cases we've ever had on a Monday. Remember, Sundays and Mondays usually have fewer cases than most of the rest of the week, because of the lab schedules," the Governor said. "We've got to do better. We've got to make sure we're following these safety practices and we've got to spread out the number of contacts we have in any given day and any given week." Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2020-10-12 15:44:49 | Comments | Printable version
OCC 2020 Collection Dates Collection dates for Operation Christmas Child have been set for November 16-23, 2020. Once again in Adair County, boxes will be collected at the Wheet Fellowship Hall at the Columbia First Church of the Nazarene located on Jamestown Street. According to Church Relationship Director Mark Fudge, the need for shoe box gifts is greater now than ever before. "Due to the pandemic, children are scared and families are hurting now more than ever. We want to provide as many shoe box gifts of hope as we possibly can to children and their families. I'm asking churches, businesses, and individuals to join in this critical mission," said Fudge. For nearly three decades, Samaritan's Purse has collected OCC Shoebox gifts and delivered them to boys and girls overseas. Each box is an opportunity to delight the heart of a child and share the good news of Christ with them and their families. In the midst of a worldwide pandemic the needs are great. It's a very simple process, according to Fudge. "Take an Empty shoe box from your closet or order some from Samaritanpurse.org/occ. Then fill the box with fun toys, school supplies, sunglasses, and hygiene items like soap, wash cloths and tooth brushes. You can include your photo and a note to the child to really make the gift special, then bring your shoebox gift to the Wheet Fellowship Hall during national collection week November 16-23. It's important to pray for the child that will receive your box, and a $9 donation to cover shipping and other project costs is helpful." Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2020-10-12 15:26:42 | Comments | Printable version
Letter: 14- or 16-spotted ladybird Comments re: Dahlia hosts a mystery guest By Marie Freeman I believe that is a 14 spotted ladybird beetle or, the closer I looked at it maybe 16 spots which even makes me scratch my head more. 16 Spotted Ladybird, officially - Tytthaspis sedecimpunctata. I thought I would add this in as it's a possibility, but I would say some varieties of the 16 spotted ladybugs are known to be more beige than yellow, it might have a yellow hue if it's an older beetle. If there's 14 spots, I'm really surprised you're seeing that in this area? Was it photographed in Columbia? We have to count the spots to identify it. It looks like there's seven on the side it's photographed so I assume there's seven on the other side which makes it a 14 spotted Lady Bird beetle. They tried to introduce them perhaps they are taking hold in this area. A lot of people don't realize this the USDA brought in Asian ladybugs to control aphids. Which perhaps was a good idea originally. But has turned out to actually be a menace pest. I'm sure many down here had the experience of them trying to overwinter in their homes. And unfortunately they have killed off most of the native ladybugs. Remember the ones that would bring you luck... could let crawl on you without biting you! That's interesting the first 14 spotted yellow ladybug I've seen here. Not native to the area but they're trying to introduce them. Marie, thank you for writing! The bug on the Dahlia was photographed in Russell County between Russell Springs and Jamestown. - LW 2020-10-12 15:23:25 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
LWC Theatre presents: Spoon River Anthology Lindsey Wilson College Theatre presents Spoon River Anthology by Edgar Lee Masters, a digital adaptation in three installments. Below is Part One: Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2020-10-12 13:54:23 | Comments | Printable version
History Monday: Why So Named?? By Mike Watson Gaither: This name is not a common one outside the Adair County area. It is a surname and may be found across the nation, but as a given name it is somewhat rare. The origin for Gaither as a given name comes from a single source--Dr. Nathan Gaither. Dr. Nathan Gaither's home still stands at the corner of High and Greensburg Streets in Columbia, built about 1812. He was a physician and a politician in the early to mid-nineteenth century; a medical doctor who treated patients in Adair and all the surrounding counties; and also a businessman, owning various enterprises, but never quite making his fortune. Dr. Gaither was an active politician. He ran for and was elected to the United States Congress from this district on several occasions and was active in Kentucky political circles as well as local affairs. Many children born after the War of 1812, in which conflict Dr. Gaither was a medical officer, and right up into the 1850s, were named in his honor. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2020-10-12 13:50:59 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Mike Watson - History
Adair County Elementary School SBDM Council meeting By Sommer Brown, Principal Adair County Elementary School Adair County Elementary School's regularly scheduled School-Based Decision Making Council meeting will be held at 4pmCT on Tuesday, October 13, 2020. The public may access the meeting with the following link: meet.google.com/zkj-vcir-ydd 2020-10-12 13:48:08 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
Adair County Fiscal Court meeting, Tue 13 Oct 2020 The Adair County Fiscal Court will hold a regular called meeting at 6pmCT on Tuesday, October 13, 2020 via Zoom in the Adair County Annex Basement, 424 Public Square, Columbia, KY. The meeting will NOT be open to the public, but will be held via Zoom and live streamed on the Adair County Fiscal Court's Facebook Page. Meeting Agenda: Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2020-10-12 13:44:55 | Comments | Printable version
KSP: Green Co. man arrested for impersonating an officer By Tpr. Nick Hale Gradyville, KY - On October 11, 2020, Troopers form Kentucky State Police Post 15 located and arrested George Barton, age 47, of Greensburg, KY, following an assault investigation that occurred on September 3rd, 2020 at approximately 10:30 PM, 6 miles west of Columbia on Edmonton Rd. Through thorough investigation Detective Nick Davis was able to obtain an arrest warrant on Barton for Assault 4th degree (minor injury), Impersonating a Peace Officer, Improper use of blue lights, Wanton endangerment-2nd degree, Unlawful imprisonment - 1st degree, and Terroristic threatening 3rd degree. KSP arrested Barton at his residence on October 11th, 2020 at approximately 1:39 AM. The KSP Special Response Team assisted because Barton had barricaded himself inside the residence. After several hours of negotiation and chemical munitions, Barton came out of his residence. Barton was lodged in the Adair County Regional Jail. Previously on CM: 2020-10-12 13:33:56 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Casey's Sarah Harne is 2020 WKU Homecoming Queen BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Sarah Harne of Liberty was crowned Western Kentucky University’s 2020 Homecoming queen on Friday night. Harne, daughter of Toddy and Kristal Harne, is a Communication Sciences and Disorders major and was sponsored by Alpha Delta Pi, Alpha Gamma Rho and Delta Tau Delta. She was one of 28 candidates for Homecoming queen. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2020-10-12 13:25:28 | Comments | Printable version
A pre-birthday visit with Briggs By Linda Waggener Briggs McFall gave a fine tour of the flowers and plants at the Benningfield home on Hurt Street in Columbia Thursday when the sun was warm and bright. He was a busy boy who will turn four at the end of October and right after giving me the tour he had business with an early birthday present. In addition to the bright fall blossoms and pumpkins, getting to see the beauty of fall through the eyes of a child adds a whole new light and makes smiles possible all around. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2020-10-12 10:06:12 | Comments | Printable version
Jeff England, 52, Metcalfe County, KY (1968-2020) Jeffrey Lynn England, 52, of Edmonton passed away Saturday, October 10, 2020 at T.J. Samson Community Hospital in Glasgow. Jeff was a member of the Society Hill Baptist Church. He graduated from Metcalfe County High School and after graduation went to work for SEWS in Edmonton. After a few years there Jeff decided to pursue his career and follow his dream of nursing. After receiving his degree in nursing he worked with many doctors, nursing homes and as health nurse at Hart County Jail. He was a people person and a very compassionate man who at times could be very vocal as to his thoughts and ideas. That is what made him the man he was. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2020-10-12 09:55:48 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
ACPC SBDM Council meeting, Tue 13 Oct 2020 By Debbie Bradshaw, Principal Adair County Primary Center The next Adair County Primary Center SBDM Council meeting will be held at 5pmCT on Tuesday, October 13, 2020, in the library at Adair County Primary Center, 158 Col. Casey Dr, Columbia, KY. The public may attend via Google Meet: meet.google.com/ohq-tccb-ikf. 2020-10-12 08:16:33 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
Taking Their Stand By Phillip Coffey Flowing stream above the dancing bugs Brief private showing of their dexterity Exiting without cheers or requisite hugs Expressions on Ivory without much clarity Spinning tales without firm foundation Others may laugh at the matter at hand Bugs arrived early in the Creation Zillions of them taking their stand. (Written at Holmes Bend Camping site after visiting Men's Restroom.) 2020-10-12 06:55:23 | Comments | Printable version
Anne Upton Durham, 63, Greensburg, KY (1957-2020) Anne Maria Upton Durham of Greensburg passed away on October 10, 2020. She was 63 years old. The funeral services for Anne Upton Durham will be conducted at NoonCT on Tuesday, October 13, 2020, at the Ebenezer Presbyterian Church Pavilion with Bro. Ricky Arnett officiating. Burial will follow in the Ebenezer Cemetery. A walk through visitation is requested from 5pmCT until 8pmCT on Monday at the Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home, 206 S. Main St., Greensburg, KY, and after 10amCT on Tuesday at the church pavilion until the time of the funeral service. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2020-10-12 06:42:19 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Robert Bagby, 84, Campbellsville, KY (1937-2020) Robert Bagby of Campbellsville passed away on October 9, 2020. He was 84 years old. Funeral services will be held at 1pmET on Wednesday, October 14, 2020, at Auberry Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 503 East Main Street, Campbellsville, KY. Brother Gerald Armstrong will be officiating the service for Mr. Robert Bagby. Burial will follow in the Tyler Creek Cemetery. Walk through visitation is requested from 10amET to 1pmET on Wednesday, October 14, at Auberry Funeral Home and Cremation Services. Social distancing guidelines and mask are required upon entering building. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2020-10-12 06:30:25 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
School is back in on the Red/Blue system Adair County School Superintendent, Dr. Pamela Stephens, made a one-call to students, faculty and staff Sunday evening, October 11, 2020 to remind everyone that school starts this morning on the same Red/Blue System as was being done before fall break. The schedule is Monday/Tuesday face to face, Wednesday all virtual for all students, Thursday/Friday face to face. (Alphabetical tags follow). Dr. Stephens said she has been in conversations with the health department and that no disrespect is meant, either to Governor Beshear nor the Health Department, as school resumes in person. The decision to proceed in person was made based on the fact that the numbers of School District students and employees who have the virus are well below Adair County's non-school population numbers. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2020-10-12 06:24:18 | Comments | Printable version
Foggy morning, then sunny today, high 78F It's currently 65F at the Adair County Mesonet station. Watch out for patchy fog, which could hang around as late as 10amCT. Otherwise, it will be partly sunny today, with a high near 78F and a slight chance of late afternoon showers. Light southwest wind increasing to 5 to 10 mph in the morning. Tonight will be mostly cloudy, with a 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before 10pmCT, and patchy fog developing again after 4amAT. The overnight low will be around 45F, with west wind 5 to 10 mph becoming light and variable after midnight. Tuesday will be sunny, with a high near 69F and northeast wind 3 to 5 mph. Tuesday night will be clear, with an overnight low around 44F and calm wind. 2020-10-12 06:19:41 | Comments | Printable version
Haiku by Robert Stone for October 12, 2020 Boast about doing,--Robert Stone, Monday, 12 October 2020. -1000 haiku thrice now, more days coming up, Day 3317 2020-10-12 06:15:29 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today
7-County Area Courts for Mon 12 Oct 2020 Local schedules for Circuit Courts, District Courts, for Monday, October 12, 2020, at a glance:
2020-10-12 06:14:45 | Comments | Printable version Birthdays and Anniversaries for October 12 Happy Anniversary, Christopher and Natoshia Harmon (1996) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Darrell and Nadene Pelston (1987) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Mark and Melissa Franklin | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Michele and Mark Hale, 1991 | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Randall and Brenda Clark (1963) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Benjamin Kingrey (2006) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Beth Ann Holmes | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Bob Chelf | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Bobby Bowe | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Carol Lacy | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Josie Rae Blair (2009) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Joyce Cheatham | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Peggy Gilbert Hunt | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Richie Estes | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Rollin McQueary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Wilbur L. Garner, 54, Russell County, KY (1960-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jewell Parton, Casey County, KY (1924-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Freddy Harper, Windsor, KY (1939-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Glenda Sue Lane, Casey Co., KY (1973) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Christine Davis Morris, Green Co., KY (1927) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Arvis Ray Holt, Russell Co., KY (1921) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Janice Gaines, Taylor Co., KY (1935) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Richard Fiore (Poli) Marrapodi, Adair County, KY (1988) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Timothy Todd Whitlow, Green Co., KY (1976-2012) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bobby Keltner, Taylor County, KY (1942) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Aaron Walters, Taylor County, KY (1973) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Opal Mings, Taylor Co., KY (1921-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lori Ann Antle, Russell County, KY (1962-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William David Cook, Campbellsville, KY (1940-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Pearlie Mae Popplewell, Russell County, KY (1928-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lillian Frances Ballard Cooksey, 85, Burkesville, KY (1929-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Genevieve Weaver Burke, Casey Co., KY (1924-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James Garrett III, Casey County, KY (1937-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Joyce Goff, Taylor Co., KY (1939-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Evelyn Hedgespeth, 89, Taylor County, KY (1926-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rodney Wooten, 60, Milltown, KY (1956-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sharon Mason, 62, Casey County, KY (1954-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Bobby Rainwater, 67, Campbellsville, KY (1949-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Joe Rice, Taylor Co., KY (1954-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sylvia Mae Huffman Allen, Summer Shade, KY (1951-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Carl Davis Hines, 76, Metcalfe County, KY (1941-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Carl Gibson, Metcalfe County, KY (1941-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Elizabeth (Giles) Melton, 58, Adair Co., KY (1959-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Benny Read, 82, Campbellsville, KY (1939-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Cliff Lamb, 90, Campbellsville, KY (1928-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Edith Richards, 1908-1996) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jane Allen Marshall Coffey, 89, Greensburg, KY (1931-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Judy Bernard Pendleton, 73, Casey Co., KY (1947-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Junius Earl Bryant, 94, Adair Co., KY native (1925-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Peggy Ann Hunt, 54, Taylor Co., KY (1961-2015) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sheldon Ray Barrett, 79, Russell Springs, KY (1942-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Stella Martin Allen, 88, Indianapolis, IN (1931-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Monday, October 12, 2020 All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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