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Columbian sign lights up at outdoor caroling event

It was a warm 62-degrees on the Public Square in Columbia Friday, December 3, 2021 and a crowd was gathering to hear the Adair County High School Ladies Ensemble sing carols of the season under the Columbian Theater sign on the North Walk off the Square.

This was the inaugural event related to the renovation of the historic Columbian Theater beginning in 2022.


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2021-12-03 23:15:49 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education

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Classic Columbian Theater sign lights up



2021-12-03 - downtown Columbia, KY - Photo by Linda Waggener.
After a dramatic countdown the classic Columbian Theater sign was lighted up in the night sky for the first time in years. It kicked off the first of what the Adair County School District hopes will be many concerts by students in the future.

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MCHS Band Christmas Concert Dec 9

The Metcalfe County High School Band will perform a Christmas Concert at 7pmCT on Thursday, December 9, 2021, in the Auditorium at Metcalfe County High School, 208 Randolph St, Edmonton, KY.

2021-12-03 15:48:48 | Comments | Printable version

Joey Abrell, 44, Jamestown, KY (1977-2021)

Joey Abrell of Jamestown passed away on Thursday, December 2, 2021, at Ephraim McDowell Hospital, from injuries sustained in an auto accident. He was 44 years old.

Funeral services will be held at 1pmCT on Monday, December 6, 2021, at Wilson Funeral Home Chapel, 391 East Steve Wariner Drive, Russell Springs, KY. Interment will be in Bethlehem Separate Baptist Church Cemetery, West Highway 80, Russell Springs, KY.

Visitation will be at 1pmCT on Monday, December 6, 2021, at Bethlehem Separate Baptist Church Cemetery, Russell Springs, KY.


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2021-12-03 15:45:40 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Basketball: LWC Men prepare for No. 16 Thomas More

By Christopher Webster

The Lindsey Wilson men's basketball team for their second consecutive game against a top-25 opponent, facing No. 16 Thomas More (KY) on Saturday evening, December 4, 2021, at Biggers Sports Center, 360 Spickard Drive, Columbia, KY. Tipoff is scheduled for 7:30pmCT.

The Blue Raiders (7-4, 0-3 MSC) enter the game following a close 67-63 loss to No. 21 Shawnee State (OH).


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2021-12-03 15:40:51 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports

Atwood found guilty of 2nd degree manslaughter

From the office of Brian Wright
Commonwealth's Attorney for the 29th Judicial Circuit

After deliberating well past midnight on Wednesday, December 1, 2021, a Casey County Circuit Court jury found Randall Lee Atwood, age 59, guilty of Second-Degree Manslaughter and First-Degree Wanton Endangerment following a three-day trial.

According to testimony at trial, Atwood shot and killed 33-year old Elza E. King on November 4, 2020, near Calhoun Creek Road in Casey County. The men had been involved in an argument regarding property that King was purchasing located near land owned by Atwood and adjacent to a driveway leading to Atwood's home.


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2021-12-03 15:38:18 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports

Senator Wise publishes 2022 Legislative Survey

By Dustin Isaacs

Frankfort, KY - Senator Max Wise (R-Campbellsville) has announced the publication of his 2022 Legislative Survey for his constituents in Senate District 16.

Senator Wise's legislative survey is now published on his legislative profile on the Legislative Research Commission website. The survey is intended only for constituents of Senate District 16, encompassing Adair, Clinton, Cumberland, McCreary, Russell, Taylor, and Wayne Counties. Citizens of the 16th District can access the survey by clicking on this link or visiting Senator Wise's profile at legislature.ky.gov and clicking "surveys" on the right of the screen. The survey will be available through February 2, 2022.


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2021-12-03 14:18:05 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Politics

Letter: Ground cover

Billy Joe Fudge writes:
There are varying factors that affect when and why particular hardwood species and particular trees within a species drop their leaves. Generally, speaking oaks drop their leaves later than most others. That being said, most of the leaves in your picture are oaks. Red oaks have pointed tips on their lobes or serrated edges while White oaks have rounded tipped lobes or serrated edges.

Without a close examination or FBI type investigation it looks like there is a Post oak nearby based upon many leaves in this mixture. Post oak has a cross look to them and one leaf right in the middle of the picture is a good example. Post oak is one of the less abundant Oaks found in the Great Wooded South and in my opinion is one of the most beautiful yard trees. It's limbs have very little to no weeping effect and in fact, most usually will have a slight upturn toward the ends of lower limbs. They are most always found in locations with shallow soils and a dry environment.
Comments re: Ground cover


2021-12-03 14:15:28 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback

Basketball: LWC Women to face No. 3 Thomas More

By Kyle Jackson

The (RV) Lindsey Wilson women's basketball team looks to keep their undefeated record at home intact this weekend as they welcome in No. 3-ranked Thomas More (KY) Saturday evening, December 4, 2021. Tipoff is scheduled for 5:30pmCT tomorrow at Biggers Sports Center, 360 Spickard Drive, Columbia, KY.

The Blue Raiders (5-3, 2-1 MSC) enter the match after defeating a depleted Shawnee State (OH) side 83-63 last evening, pushing the Blue Raiders to fifth in the conference standings.


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2021-12-03 14:13:57 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports

ACSO: Arrests made after residential burglary in southern Adair

By Sheriff Josh Brockman
Adair County Sheriff's Office

On Thursday, December 2, 2021, the Adair County Sheriff's Office was dispatched to a break-in at a residence on Chestnut Grove Road in the Breeding Community.

Around 1amCT, Deputy Kenny Perkins, K-9 Deputy Chandler Staten, and Sheriff Josh Brockman initiated a traffic stop on the suspects of the break-in at the intersection of Jones Chapel Road and KY 61 South.

The suspects were taken into custody after the roadside investigation by Deputy Perkins.


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2021-12-03 14:12:03 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports

Football: LWC meets Grand View in NAIA FCS Semifinals

By Kyle Jackson

The No. 1-ranked Lindsey Wilson football team will continue postseason action tomorrow at Parnell Family Stadium, 928 Russell Road, Columbia, KY., when they welcome in No. 3-seed Grand View (IA) in the 2021 NAIA FCS Semifinal. Kickoff is scheduled for 12:30pmCT.

The Blue Raiders (12-0, 7-0 MSC) moved onto the semifinal match after defeating No. 12-seed Keiser (FL) in a 54-12 win last Saturday in the NAIA FCS Quarterfinals. Graduate quarterback Cameron Dukes threw for 268 yards and four touchdowns while adding 39 rushing yards and a touchdown on the ground to help his team advance to the next round in the playoffs.


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2021-12-03 13:17:42 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports

Danny Lee McClister, 62, Columbia, KY (1959-2021)

Danny Lee McClister of Columbia passed away on Wednesday, December 1, 2021 in Louisville, KY. He was 62 years old.

Funeral services will be held at 1pmCT on Sunday, December 5, 2021 at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home, 210 Greensburg St., Columbia, KY, with Bro. Gerald Reliford and Shirley Powell officiating. Burial will follow in the McClister Cemetery.

Visitation will be after 10amCT on Sunday at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home.


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2021-12-03 13:14:09 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Eastridge Cemetery Rd. open again

By Bridget Compton

Eastridge Cemetery Road is now open for traffic again.


2021-12-03 13:11:08 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government

Story Time with Ms. Aleina: Calvin Can't Fly


Ms. Aleina with the Adair County Public Library reads Calvin Can't Fly: The Story of a Bookworm Birdie for Story Time.

Previous Story Time: Story Time with Ms. Aleina: Don't Let The Pigeon Drive The Bus


2021-12-03 11:22:48 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education

Program honors fallen Kentucky State Police officers

By Captain Paul Blanton

Frankfort, KY - The Kentucky State Police (KSP) has 37 fallen officers who have died in the line of duty since 1948, and every year, the families face the holidays without their loved ones. Two women, over 600 miles apart, are continuing a tradition meant to ease the pain of the families by placing wreaths at the gravesite of fallen KSP units.

"During the holiday season, this is a meaningful way to honor those who paid the ultimate sacrifice," said Gov. Andy Beshear. "My family joins with others across the commonwealth to remember the fallen officers who gave everything to protect and serve our citizens."

The Fallen Heroes Wreath Program was started by the family of Philadelphia police officer John Pawlowski, who was killed in the line of duty on February 13, 2009. Pawlowski's sister-in-law, Michelle Pawlowski, was inspired by the national 'Wreaths Across America' program. With the help of her family, they produced and placed Christmas wreaths at the final resting places of fallen law enforcement officers during the holiday season.


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2021-12-03 11:01:54 | Comments | Printable version

Aging can be better with help from new program

Aaron Pointer, Director of Re-entry Programming, was the guest speaker at the December Lake Cumberland Area Agency on Aging and Independent Living meeting at the LCADD in Russell Springs.

The name of the program he is excited about is Kentucky Area Resources (KARES), an Online list of resources and services, that can help people quickly locate and contact organizations dedicated to helping.

Areas Poynter's program can help people access include: career training, health care, school and family resources, government assistance, transportation, housing, childcare, food needs, clothing, substance abuse, faith based, community resources, medical, drug, alcohol treatment and more.


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2021-12-03 08:40:33 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government

Road closed in Knifley area of Adair County

Update NoonCT: Eastridge Cemetery Rd. open again

By Adair County Judge Executive Gale Cowan

Eastridge Cemetery Road in the Knifley community of Adair County will be closed this morning to through traffic as the road department works to repair where a tile fell in.

Please use caution in that area.


2021-12-03 08:35:20 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government

Vaccines available free to all - ACHD will come to groups

Adair, with 88 people having died from the Coronavirus, hovers at or near the lowest vaccinated county in the state of Kentucky.

The health department is doing everything possible to help make the vaccine available - scheduling one booster clinic a week - making staff available to meet with groups, factories, large family groups, churches, and for all ages, 5 and above.

There is no charge - the COVID-19 vaccines are free to everyone. Call 279-384-2286 to schedule.

Rhonda Knight, RN BSN, Nursing Supervisor
Adair County Health Department
801 Westlake Drive, Columbia KY 42728


2021-12-03 07:23:14 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Health Care

Basketball: LWC men fall short against Shawnee State

By Christopher Webster

The Lindsey Wilson men's basketball team failed to score over the final two minutes of play as their upset bid over defending national champions Shawnee State (OH) fell short in a 67-63 loss at Biggers Sports Center on Thursday evening.

The team returns to action on Saturday, December 4, 2021, battling Thomas More (KY). Tipoff is scheduled for 7:30pmCT at Biggers Sports Center, 360 Spickard Drive, Columbia, KY.


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2021-12-03 07:10:47 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports

KSP: Post 15 to conduct safety traffic checkpoints

By Tpr. Nick Hale

Kentucky State Police Post 15 will be conducting periodic traffic safety checkpoints in the Post 15 area, which includes Washington, Marion, Taylor, Green, Casey, Russell, Adair, Metcalfe, Monroe, Clinton, and Cumberland counties. These checkpoints will be conducted as part of Post 15's highway safety efforts.

Troopers will be checking for violations of Kentucky traffic and regulatory laws relating to motor vehicle equipment safety, licensing of drivers, motor vehicle registration, and operation of motor vehicle while under the influence of intoxicants.


2021-12-03 07:07:26 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports

COVID-19 News Brief & Vaccination Update 12/02/2021

By Sam Price
Lake Cumberland District Health Department

Of today's 160 reported cases, 136 (85%) were unvaccinated and 27 of today's cases (17%) were in individuals 18 years of age or younger. Please take the necessary precautions to protect yourself and your loved ones. Consider getting the vaccine if you are eligible and haven't, and wear a mask when in indoor settings where there are large crowds.

Statewide Testing Positivity Rate: 9.2%.


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2021-12-03 07:06:06 | Comments | Printable version

Sunny heading in to weekend, high 71F

It's currently 41F at the Adair County Mesonet station. Today will be sunny, with a high near 71F and calm wind becoming southwest 5 to 8 mph in the morning.

Tonight will bring increasing clouds, with an overnight low around 47F and south wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.

Saturday will be partly sunny, with a high near 59F and calm wind becoming northeast around 6 mph in the afternoon.

Saturday night will be mostly cloudy, with an overnight low around 44F and northeast wind around 5 mph becoming light and variable.

Sunday will be mostly cloudy, with a 50 percent chance of showers and a high near 65F. South wind 5 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph.

Sunday night will be cloudy, with a 100 percent chance of showers and possibly a thunderstorm. The overnight low will be around 38F.


2021-12-03 06:57:47 | Comments | Printable version

Haiku by Robert Stone for December 3, 2021

Only in dying
can truly consuming love
fade to forgotten.
--Robert Stone, Friday, 3 December 2021.
-1000 haiku thrice now, more days coming up, Day 3734


2021-12-03 06:53:30 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today

7-County Area Courts for Fri 3 Dec 2021

Local schedules for Circuit Courts, District Courts, for Friday, December 3, 2021, at a glance:
  • Adair County: No events Circuit Court. No events District Court.
  • Casey County: No events Circuit Court. No events District Court.
  • Cumberland County: No events Circuit Court. No events District Court.
  • Green County: 1 event 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: 2 events Circuit Court. 4 events District Court.
Note: NOT Official. Always Click to Docket for all Kentucky Counties


2021-12-03 06:49:55 | Comments | Printable version


Birthdays and Anniversaries for December 3
Happy Anniversary, Mike and Linda Tiller (1988) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Billy Brent Smith | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Carolyn McKinney Hickerson | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Chris Gilbert (1992) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, David Rooks (1969) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Debbie Jessie | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Elvester Bennett (1931) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Eric Dean Bailey | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Hilma Burton | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, James W. Harper | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jayln Cross (2002) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Kayla Garrison | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Madelyn Grace Smith | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Pam Helm | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Maxine Berry Judd, Green County, KY (1935-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Otha Hurt, Cumberland Co., KY (1923) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, York Potts, Louisville, KY (1928) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, James Gregory Flatt, Russell Co., KY; Taylor Co. native (1982) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Barry L. Price, Casey County, KY (1952) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mabell Selby Hall, Anderson, IN (1923) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Dearil W. Jones, 68, Summer Shade, KY (1945-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jean Wright, 74, Cumberland Co., KY (1938-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lorene Roy Chapman, Casey County, KY (1917-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Garnett Harold (Chub) Hatfield, Casey Co., KY (1940-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Roger Giles, Casey County, KY (1961-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Charlotte Lou Noe, Casey County, KY (1949-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Geretha Elmore, Kings Mountain, KY (1921-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Michael J Wood, 61, Green County, KY (1954-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Donald Ray Wilson, Casey Co., KY (1938-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Donald Wayne England, 81, Metcalfe Co., KY (1935-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Larkie Hudgins, Green County, KY (1936-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Rose Marie Huckaby, Russell Co., KY, Kenton Co., KY native (1956-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Susan Carol Smith Shipp, 65, Green Co., KY (1951-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Diane Cain Wyatt, 61, Russell County, KY (1956-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Eugene (Gene) Fair, 76, Casey County, KY (1941-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Carolyn Jane McKinney Hickerson, Greensburg, KY (1953-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Junior Wilson, Burkesville, KY/Filmore, CA native (1928-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ronald Andrew Akin, 84, Green County, KY (1933-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Claristine Richard Sparks, Adair County, KY (1929-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Carlos Lee Bagby, 69, Greensburg, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, David Wesley, 69, Liberty, KY (1950-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Donald J. Murphy, Sr., 70, Columbia, KY (1952-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Fanola Nell Whitlock DeSpain, Green Co., KY (1917-2013) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Hilma Gay Burton, 73, Adair Co., KY (1936-2010) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Kathleen Cosby Smith, 70, Taylor County, KY (1947-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Larry G. Gentry 56, Green Co, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Nila Antle, 92, Jamestown, KY (1928-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ray Bault (1913-2005) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Robert Lee Young (1946-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Saskia (Sas) Riddle Nuszbaum, 36, Adair Co., KY (1973-2010) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Shirley Thompson, 81, Liberty, KY (1941-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Susanna Lynn Foster, 46, Columbia, KY (1974-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory, Norma Tweedy (d. December 3, 1998) | (Updates/Corrections)

Events scheduled for Friday, December 3, 2021
All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
NoonCTUL Health Stroke Survivor and Caregiver Support Group
Taylor Co. Public Library, 1316 E. Broadway Street Campbellsville, KY. | (ID:61766, Comment)
1:00pmCTServices for Harold Dean Nix, 81, Bridgeview, IL (1940-2021) | (ID:62551, Comment)
5:00pmCTACHS Ladies Ensemble Holiday Concert
In the fountain plaza located on Columbia's Public Square | (ID:62554, Comment)
6:00pmCTTo the Nines local shopping on the Public Square in Columbia | (ID:62454, Comment)
Nutcracker Ballet at TCHS | (ID:62546, Comment)
To the Nines downtown shopping
Get in the Christmas Spirit by shopping local with your friends and neighbors. | (ID:62553, Comment)

 

































 
 
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