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Tuesday, January 10, 2023
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Shirley A. Rucker, 86, Campbellsville, KY (1936-2023)

Shirley A. Rucker of Campbellsville departed this life on Friday, January 6, 2023 in Covington. She was 86 years old.

The funeral service for Shirley A. Rucker will be held at 1pmET on Wednesday, January 11, 2023, in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home, 1765 New Columbia Rd., Campbellsville, KY, with Rev. Mark Price and Rev. Robert Morris officiating. Burial will follow in the Brookside Cemetery.

The family requests visitation on Wednesday January 11, 2023 after 11amET until time for the service.


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2023-01-10 18:04:43 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

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Shirley A. Rucker, 86, Campbellsville, KY (1936-2023)



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Jennie Barnett, 90, Campbellsville, KY (1932-2023)

Jennie Barnett of Campbellsville died at 7:30 P.M., Monday, January 9, 2023 in Greensburg. She was 90 years old.

Services will be private.


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2023-01-10 18:02:05 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Wynema Breeding Garrison, 92, Campbellsville, KY (1930-2023)

Wynema Breeding Garrison of Campbellsville died at 8:47 A.M., Saturday, January 7, 2023. She was 92 years old.

The funeral service will be held at 1pmET on Saturday, January 14, 2023, at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home, 418 Lebanon Ave., Campbellsville, KY, officiated by Bro. Mike Crowe and Bro. Jeff Newton. Burial will follow in Campbellsville Memorial Gardens.

Visitation is requested from 10amET until 1pmET on Saturday, January 14, 2023 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home.


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2023-01-10 17:59:29 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

County Attorney office closed on Jan 16 and 17

From Gina Baker

The office of the Adair County Attorney Jennifer Hutchison-Corbin and the Adair County Child Support Office will be closed on Tuesday, January 17, 2023 for repairs due to the flood damage of the Annex building which occurred in October. These offices will also be closed Monday, January 16, 2023 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

If for any unforeseen reason the offices are unable to reopen on Wednesday, January 18th at 8amCT, we will notify the public as soon as possible.


2023-01-10 17:54:09 | Comments | Printable version

City gives update on Veterans banners

From Tiffany Collins

The response to the second round of Veterans banners to be located in downtown Columbia has been tremendous. "We are so pleased with the response of residents again to the banners," said Mayor Pamela Hoots.

As of this time, City officials are reviewing the number of applications for banners and will not be taking any new names for the time being. The only exception will be for those who have already indicated their interest in applying and the city is awaiting information.

The city appreciates the response and will update later.


2023-01-10 17:29:37 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government

Betty M. Schaeffer, 89, Columbia KY (1933-2023)

Betty Marie Schaeffer of Columbia, previously of Clare, MI, passed away following a short fight with cancer, on Thursday, January 5, 2023, at home in Columbia. She was 89 years old.

Services will be held at 11amET on Thursday, January 12, 2023, at the Clare Chapel of Stephenson-Wyman Funeral Home, 1005 North McEwan St., Clare, MI, with Pastor Paul C. Fetzer officiating. Burial will follow in the Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Mt. Pleasant, MI.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 11, 2023 from 2pmET to 4pmET and from 6pmET to 8pmET at the Clare Chapel of Stephenson-Wyman Funeral Home.


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2023-01-10 17:25:28 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Shelia Ann Ervin, 67, Metcalfe County, KY (1955-2023)

Shelia Ann Ervin, 67, of Edmonton passed away Saturday, January 7, 2023 surrounded by her loving family. She was born March 6, 1955 in Edmonton to the late Willie "Bootie" Ervin and Maylene Burris Ervin.

Shelia was a member of Penick's Chapel United Baptist Church. She worked 36 years at the Lighthouse Restaurant as a cookand her favorite thing was baking pies.


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2023-01-10 17:12:01 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Have lunch with Caregivers Wednesday, Jan 11, 2023

From Betty Judd, RN

The Adair County Caregiver Support Group will meet Wednesday, January 11, 2023 at 11amCT at the Extension office on Fairground Street in Columbia. This is an invitation for anyone that is caregiving for another person to come, have a complimentary light lunch and receive helpful information.

If you are a caregiver, you need time away just as any worker needs a vacation from the daily stress of his or her job, according to the National Caregivers Association.


2023-01-10 16:53:52 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Health Care

Boil Water Advisory lifted

From Columbia Adair Utilities District
January 10, 2023

As of 1:55 p.m. on January 10, 2023 the Boil Water Advisory for customers on 1562-4566 Weed Sparksville Rd, Richard Rd, Leatherwood Church Rd, 7784-1350 Edmonton Rd and all side roads in between has been lifted by the Division of Water. This means your water is safe for human consumption. You no longer have to boil your water.


2023-01-10 15:00:30 | Comments | Printable version

Pianist Nada to perform at LWC and CU next week

From Phil Hanna

Pianist Nada will give a recital at Lindsey Wilson College at 3pmCT on Wednesday, January 18, 2023, in Slider Recital Hall, 155 Blue Raider Drive, Columbia, KY.

Pianist Nada is a native of Beirut, Lebanon with Lebanese and Hungarian descent. She has created a career for herself after her family escaped civil war and terrorism in her hometown of Beirut. You can read more about her at pianistnada.com, and about a recital she gave last year at CU: Nada Loutfi to perform piano recital.

Pianist Nada will also perform at Campbellsville University at 8pmET on Thursday, January 19, 2023.


2023-01-10 13:52:27 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Lindsey Wilson College

General Fund and Road Fund receipts for December 2022

From John Hicks/Greg Harkenride

Frankfort, KY - State Budget Director John Hicks reported on Tuesday, January 10, 2023, that General Fund receipts rose 3.3 percent in December compared to last year. Total revenues for the month were $1,435.7 million. Receipts have now risen 5.8 percent for the first half of the fiscal year. When adjusting for the one-time legal settlement received in September of FY22, General Fund receipts have risen 9.2 percent through the first six months of FY23.


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New Year's Eve Bash 2023 sets record fundraising

From Stacey Biggs

Glasgow, KY - The T.J. Community Mission Foundation held its annual fundraiser on Saturday, December 31st at the Cave City Convention Center. The New Year's Eve event featured a fabulous upscale dinner, cash bar, a casino, dancing and music by The Jimmy Church Band. The evening brought in a record fundraising total of $120,909 through corporate sponsorships, ticket sales, donations, raffles, and a live auction.

Randy Burns, Executive Director of the Foundation stated, "We are so grateful for the outpouring of generosity from our community and region. We simply could not do these types of events if it were not for our incredible sponsors who help make it possible. Thank you to all of our sponsors for your support of this event and your continued support of the Foundation."


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2023-01-10 13:31:42 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Health Care

Mary Margaret Hill, 92, Adair Co., KY native (1930-2023)

Mary Margaret Hill of Buford, GA passed away Sunday, January 8, 2023, at her residence. She was 92 years old.

Funeral services will be held at 2pmCT on Saturday, January 14, 2023, at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home, 210 Greensburg St., Columbia, KY, with burial to follow in the Haven Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be on Saturday after 10amCT at the Funeral Home.


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2023-01-10 13:29:15 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Spring chapel series opens with Atwood speaking Jan. 11

By Gerard Flanagan

Campbellsville, KY - Campbellsville University has announced its spring 2023 chapel schedule.

The spring 2023 chapel series opens with Matt Atwood, assistant football coach at Campbellsville University, who will speak at the first chapel of the spring semester January 11, 2023.

All chapels are held at 10amET in Ransdell Chapel, 401 N. Hoskins Ave., Campbellsville, KY, and are open to the public.


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2023-01-10 09:16:03 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Campbellsville University

Kentucky's updated long-range transportation plan now available

From Naitore Djigbenou/Chuck Wolfe

Frankfort, KY - The 2022-2045 Long-Range Statewide Transportation Plan (LRSTP) seeks to provide an improved future transportation system for all modes of travel and was developed using innovative scenario planning, risk assessments and public feedback. The plan can be viewed at GetThereTogetherKY.org.


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2023-01-10 09:13:54 | Comments | Printable version

Haiku by Robert Stone for January 10, 2023

Jam made with wild fruit
pleasant surprise first time had,
joy of country life.
--Robert Stone, Tuesday, 10 January 2023.
-1000 haiku fourth time, more days coming up, Day 4137


2023-01-10 09:10:47 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today

7-County Area Courts for Tue 10 Jan 2023

Local schedules for Circuit Courts, District Courts, for Tuesday, January 10, 2023, at a glance:
  • Adair County: 99 events Circuit Court. No events District Court.
  • Casey County: No events Circuit Court. 35 events District Court.
  • Cumberland County: No events Circuit Court. No events District Court.
  • Green County: 1 event Circuit Court. 2 events District Court.
  • Metcalfe County: 40 events Circuit Court. No events District Court.
  • Russell County: 113 events Circuit Court. No events District Court.
  • Taylor County: No events Circuit Court. No events District Court.
Note: NOT Official. Always Click to Docket for all Kentucky Counties


2023-01-10 09:10:24 | Comments | Printable version


Birthdays and Anniversaries for January 10
Happy Anniversary, Eddie and Shirlene VanArsdale | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Clara Rogers (1942) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Eden Bradshaw (2006) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Madison L. Smith | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Melissa Renee Bault Franklin (1969) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Regina Agnieszka Lepiarczyk Krygier | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Celystine Stotts Baker, Breeding, KY (1946-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Patricia Wilson, Columbia, KY (1962-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ann Laverne Meadows, Greensburg, KY (1940-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Matt Burress, Elk Horn, KY (1990-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Eugene Mabin, Greensburg, KY (1925) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, James L. Burton, Adair Co., KY native (1928) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Christine Milby Bloyd Green Co., KY native (1919-2010) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Garfield Gosser, Russell Co., KY (1919) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Don Wesley Brooks, Columbia, KY (1965-2011) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Okey Lee Roberts Jamestown, KY (1935) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lou Ina Rexroat, Russell County, KY (1923) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mr. Thurman (Finn) Watson, Taylor Co., KY (1947-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lewis (Bill) Simpson, Green County, KY (1928-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Norma Jean Shaw Pickett, Adair County, KY (1930-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mary Gladys Humble, Russell County, KY (1927-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Manelle Denson, Casey County, KY (1925-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, William (Bill) Douglas Gumm, Green Co., KY (1929-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Raymond Estil Groce, Russell County, KY (1922-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ralph J. Bennett, 80, Russell Co., KY (1934-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Elzora Yocom, Taylor Co., KY, (1931-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Philip E. Antle, Russell Co., KY (1931-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lucy Bell Huff, 63, Edmonton, KY (1953-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Odell Polston, 82, Russell Co., KY (1933-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jarvis J.C. Burton, Russell County, KY, Adair Co., KY native (1942-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Gary (Red) Samuell, 70, Fairplay, KY (1946-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ralph Hammond Johnson, 82, Russell Co., KY (1934-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Gracie Jeter, 96, Taylor Co., KY (1920-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Alvin Lee Richerson, 80, Taylor Co., KY (1937-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, GraceLynn AbiGail Cleo Stapleton, 6 months, Adair County, KY (2017-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jackie Holt, 74, Dunnville, KY (1943-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Alesa Frances Branham, 94, Columbia, KY (1927-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Brenda Joyce Jeffries, 81, Campbellsville, KY (1941-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Charles William (Chuck) Ralls, 61, Campbellsville, KY (1961-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Coy L. McGowan, 66, Jamestown, KY (1949-2015) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ferrel Hudson, 95, Russell Springs, KY (1925-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Frances H. Wolford, 79, Columbia, KY (1943-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In memory Birthday, Herman R. Chelf (January 10, 1919-March 17, 2006) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, LaVerne Bell, 87, Campbellsville, KY (1935-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Margaret Ann Hendrickson, 96, Columbia, KY (1927-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Margaret Louise (Maggie) Webb, 67, Columbia, KY (1954-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mary Ann Caldwell, 61, Columbia, KY (1961-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Orvis Joe Kean, 66, Russell Springs, KY (1955-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ronald (Ronnie) Clay Durham, 76, Russell Springs, KY (1946-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Teddy N. Montgomery, 60, Green County KY, (1958-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, William Garnet Shepard, 82, Russell Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)

Events scheduled for Tuesday, January 10, 2023
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:64443, Comment)
NoonCTColumbia-Adair County Chamber of Commerce meeting | (ID:64466, Comment)
4:00pmCTGlens Fork Food Pantry, 4pmCT-5pmCT Glens Fork Church of the Nazarene, 7811 Highway 55 S., Columbia, KY | (ID:64448, Comment)
Adair Co. Middle School SBDM Council meeting | (ID:64471, Comment)
5:00pmCTACHS JV Boys Basketball at Mccreary County Central | (ID:64016, Comment)
6:00pmCTAdair Co. Schools Strategic Leadership Team meeting 2 | (ID:64265, Comment)
6:30pmCTACHS Varsity Boys Basketball at McCreary County Central | (ID:63989, Comment)
7:00pmCTACHS JV Girls Basketball at Russell County | (ID:64080, Comment)

 
































 
 
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