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Daily News for
Tuesday, December 20, 2022
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Warming Centers and incoming frigid weather

From Mike Keltner, Director
Adair Co. Emergency Management

Due to the extreme cold temperatures Adair County and the City of Columbia will be operating warming locations beginning on Thursday night, December 22, 2022. Access to these locations can be made by contacting Adair Co E911 via the direct number 270-384-6464 or visiting the 911 center at 107 N High St., Columbia, KY.

Attached is the latest weather briefing for the powerful winter storm forecast to impact Kentucky and southern Indiana Thursday into the Christmas holiday weekend. Minor snow accumulations appear likely Thursday night through Friday, and a rapid drop in temperature and high winds will likely worsen the impact of the any snow accumulations.

Wind gusts late Thursday night through Friday could be in the 40-50 mph range. These winds along with the fridig temperatures will result in dangerous wind chills. The cold weather will last through Christmas.

2022-12-20 14:10:23 | Comments | Printable version

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Zaxby's breaks ground for new location



2022-12-20 - Columbia, KY - Photo from City of Columbia.
Groundbreaking was held today at the new location for Zaxby's in Columbia. It will be located off of Burkesville Road on Patricia Trail.

Zaxby's engineering representatives are working with the City of Columbia Planning and Zoning to get plans finalized for approval to start construction.

"We are pleased that Zaxby's has chosen Columbia for their new location," said Mayor Pamela Hoots.

Left to right: Doyle Lloyd, Community Trust Bank, Sharon Payne, City Council, Scott Hail, owner, Mayor Pamela Hoots, Bobby Morrison, EDA, Larry Bryant, County Judge Elect, Ellen Zornes, Chamber of Commerce, Sulayne Grider, Chamber, Cameron Hail, Chris Hail.
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Jail Committee meeting Dec 29

From Bridget Compton

The Adair County Fiscal Court Jail Committee will meet at 8:30amCT on Thursday, December 29, 2022, in the basement of the Adair County Annex building located at 424 Public Square, Columbia, KY. The public is invited to attend.

2022-12-20 14:07:09 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government

Phyllis Lemke, 75, Louisville, KY (1947-2022)

Phyllis Marie Lemke of Louisville passed away on Monday, December 19, 2022 at Signature Healthcare East. She was 75 years old.

The family chose cremation, and no services are scheduled at this time.

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2022-12-20 13:59:09 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Opal Webb, 93, Campbellsville, KY (1928-2022)

Opal Marie Webb of Campbellsville passed away on Tuesday, December 20, 2022 at Grandview Nursing and Rehab. She was 93 years old.

The family chose cremation, and no services are scheduled at this time.

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2022-12-20 13:55:35 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Photos of Cherry Furniture by Harvey Willis

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In the late 1950s and early 1960s, Royal Harvey Willis ran a furniture reproduction business on Jamestown Road in Columbia. John Roylston's parents had a number of cherry wood furniture pieces made by Willis, and John has shared some photos of the collection.

John says, "Everything is very solid, and still looks new today after raising 6 kids on it."

Note: JIM was able to track down a little information about Willis' shop, posted here: Letter: A few notes on Willis Furniture. If you have more information about the business, use our Contact Form and let us know.

2022-12-20 10:48:20 | Comments | Printable version

Phone outage at SFI Columbia today

If you're trying to reach the folks at State Farm in Columbia today, Tammy says that the phones are down at the moment, but that technicians are working on a fix.

2022-12-20 10:20:40 | Comments | Printable version

Christmas Day Service at Egypt CC

From Willie M. Feese, Jr.

Egypt Christian Church will be having Worship Service at 10amCT on Christmas Day, Sunday, December 25, 2022. Everyone is invited. There will be no Sunday School.

Egypt Christian Church is located at 4867 Knifley Rd., Columbia, KY.

2022-12-20 10:09:52 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Church News

Carolyn Spurling, 94, Green Co., KY native (1928-2022)

Carolyn Spurling of Louisville, formerly of Campbellsville, passed away on Sunday, December 18, 2022 in Louisville. She was 94 years old.

The funeral service will be held at 2pmET on Wednesday, December 22, 2022, at Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home, 206 S. Main St., Greensburg, KY, officiated by Rev. Robert Morris. Burial will follow in Little Barren Separate Baptist Church Cemetery in Green County, Kentucky.

Visitation is requeseted from 11amET until 2pmET on Wednesday, December 22, 2022 at Cowherd & Parrott Funeral Home.

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2022-12-20 09:33:16 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Jack Arnold Gribbins, 80, Campbellsville, KY (1942-2022)

Jack Arnold Gribbins of Campbellsville passed away on Sunday, December 18, 2022. He was 80 years old.

The funeral service will be held at 1pmET on Wednesday, December 21, 2022, at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home, 418 Lebanon Ave., Campbellsville, KY, officiated by Olyn Bagby and Rev. John Hall. Burial will follow in Campbellsville Memorial Gardens.

Visitation is requested from 10amET until 1pmET on Wednesday, December 21, 2022 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home.

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2022-12-20 09:17:39 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

KDFP reminds Kentuckians of fire safety at Christmas

From Kristin Voskuhl

Frankfort, KY - The most wonderful time of the year can turn dangerous if you ignore fire safety. As you prepare for the holiday season, the Kentucky Division of Fire Prevention wants you to know that a small fire involving a Christmas tree can grow very quickly.

When picking, placing, and lighting your Christmas tree, follow these tips to increase fire safety:
  • Select a fresh tree that has green needles that don't fall off when touched.
  • Cut two inches from the base of the tree trunk before placing it in the tree stand.
  • Keep all heat sources at least three feet away from the tree. This includes fireplaces, portable heaters, and candles. Heat sources too close to the tree cause more than one in every five home fires.
  • Do not block exits or pathways with the tree.
  • Add water to the tree stand reservoir daily to keep the tree hydrated.
  • Use lights that are listed by a qualified testing laboratory and select the type appropriate for the location of the tree. Some lights are to be used only in indoor or outdoor settings.
  • If using an extension cord for your tree lights, avoid putting cords under rugs and carpets, across doorways, or where they can be damaged or pinched.
  • Follow manufacturers' instructions for all light strands and replace any with worn or broken cords or loose bulb connections. Almost one third of home Christmas tree fires are caused by electrical problems.
  • Never use lit candles with live flames to decorate a tree.
  • Always turn off your tree lights before leaving home or going to bed.
  • Remove dried-out trees from inside your home, and do not place them in your garage or against your home.
Additional fire safety tips are available online here: https://ksfm.ky.gov/new_docs.aspx?cat=73.

2022-12-20 09:14:46 | Comments | Printable version

Haiku by Robert Stone for December 20, 2022

Mountains matter not
when being carried away
from loving parent.
--Robert Stone, Tuesday, 20 December 2022.
-1000 haiku fourth time, more days coming up, Day 4116

2022-12-20 08:38:32 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today

7-County Area Courts for Tue 20 Dec 2022

Local schedules for Circuit Courts, District Courts, for Tuesday, December 20, 2022, at a glance:
  • Adair County: No events Circuit Court. No events District Court.
  • Casey County: No events Circuit Court. 34 events District Court.
  • Cumberland County: 1 event 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: 33 events Circuit Court. No events District Court.
  • Taylor County: 18 events Circuit Court. No events District Court.
Note: NOT Official. Always Click to Docket for all Kentucky Counties

2022-12-20 08:38:08 | Comments | Printable version

Ceremony held for new State Rep. Neighbors

By Kim Harwood, Executive Director
Edmonton Metcalfe Chamber of Commerce

David Williams, 40th Judicial Circuit Court Judge, officially swore in State Representative for District 21 Amy Neighbors on December 15, 2022 who took the oath of office with her husband Jason by her side.

U.S. Congressman James Comer said leaders are needed in Frankfort and with Amy Neighbors the state is getting a leader in healthcare day one.

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2022-12-20 08:28:28 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government


Birthdays and Anniversaries for December 20
Happy Anniversary, Kevin and Debbie Reynolds | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Maxwell & Carolyn Hancock (1965) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Mitchell and Brenda Higginbotham (1969) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Sam and Jennifer Smith | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Amanda Watson | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Douglas Vaughn Hadley | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Emma Lacy Burton (2006) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, James David "JD" Coomer (1992) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Michael Bardin (1975) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Natalie Bertram | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Stephen Kelsay (1983) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Wally Burress (1961) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lewis Lee Hardin, Adair Co., KY native (1933-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Carole Ann Karstetter, Columbia, KY (1944-2020) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Allen J. Reid, Russell Springs, KY (1936-2015) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Betty Ann Miller Gaines, Taylor Co., KY (1934-2016) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Cecil Gilpin, 91, Campbellsville, KY (1929-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Clurell England, 85, Taylor Co., KY (1937-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Colonel Herbert B. Mattingly, Glasgow, KY (1920-2013) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Curtis Kay Morris, 75, Russell County (1943-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Delphene Wilson, Russell County, KY (1934-2012) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Dennis Michael Trentham, 71, Greensburg, KY (1947-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Freddie Wade Wilson, 75, Edmonton, KY (1942-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Gerline Finn, 85, Taylor Co., KY (1930-2016) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Gilbert (Gil) Ephraim Kempf, age 85, Russell Co, KY (1930-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Glenda Bell Frost, Taylor County, KY (1952 - 2013) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Glenda Richardson, 65, Casey Co., KY (1951-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Herbert Otto (Herb) Stein, Jefferson Co., KY (1942-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, James Vernon Meeks, Jr., 58, Casey County, KY (1958-2016) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, James Walker (J.W.) Burton, II, 78, Columbia, KY (1941-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Janice (Susie) Richard, 59, Columbia, KY (1965-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jimmy Branham, Cumberland Co. KY (1944-2012) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Judy Heistand, 65, Taylor County, KY (1951-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Kayla Cash, 22, Taylor County, KY (1990-2013) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mary Frances Judd Upton, Greensburg (1928-2011) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Orine Richardson, Casey Co., KY (1921-2012) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ralph Creech, Russell Co., KY (1962-2011) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ricky L. Coomer, 68, Adair Co., KY native (1955-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Rosa Skaggs, 89, Campbellsville, KY (1932-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Sarah Lydia Glass, 7, Taylor Co., KY (2001-2009) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Shirley Lee Babbit, 69, Green County, KY (1947-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Terry Glen Milton, 62, Edmonton, KY (1959-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Woodson Lewis Milby, Green Co., KY (1935-2011) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)

Events scheduled for Tuesday, December 20, 2022
All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
9:00amCTAdair Food Pantry, 203 South Monroe Street, Columbia, KY Open 9am-12pmCT, Contact: Michele Fruth, Director, 270-250-5432 | (ID:64346, Comment)
10:00amCTServices for Judith Caldwell, 73, Columbia, KY (1949-2022) | (ID:64398, Comment)
NoonCTRural Price Project at Adair Co. Extension Office | (ID:64400, Comment)
12:30pmCTACHS JV Girls Basketball vs Lynn Camp | (ID:64077, Comment)
1:00pmCTGroundbreaking for Zaxby's Columbia location | (ID:64390, Comment)
2:00pmCTACHS Varsity Girls Basketball vs Lynn Camp | (ID:64055, Comment)
3:30pmCTACHS Varsity Boys Basketball vs Nicholas County | (ID:63985, Comment)
4:00pmCTAdair Co. Primary Center SBDM Council meeting | (ID:64395, Comment)
5:00pmCTChristmas in the Park drive-through nightly at Little League Park | (ID:64307, Comment)

  

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