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Blessing Box is ready for use

From Tina Corbin

The adopted Blessing Box located at Flatwoods Separate Baptist Church is already being used. There are items placed there for anyone in the community that is in need. Also, if anyone in the community would like to place items in the box it would be appreciated. We are praying that this is a help to the community.

Flatwoods Separate Baptist Church is located at 1025 Wheeler Hill Road, Columbia KY.


2023-01-26 19:40:23 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Church News

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Adair Co. Genealogical Society to meet Feb 6



2023-01-26 - Columbia, KY - Photo by Mike Watson.
The Adair County Genealogical Society's February meeting will be held at 5pmCT on Monday, February 6, 2023, at the Research Center, 307 Greensburg Street, Columbia, KY

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Genealogical Society Feb 6 meeting

From Mike Watson

The Adair County Genealogical Society's February 6th meeting will be 'Art in the Adair Genealogy & History Research Center' presented by Phil Hanna. This will be a great program with emphasis on local artisans throughout our history.

The meeting will be held at 5pmCT on Monday, February 6, 2023, at the Research Center, 307 Greensburg Street, Columbia, KY. Come out, meet and mingle.

From more information, email adairgenealogy@gmail.com or call 270-380-1024.


2023-01-26 19:36:14 | Comments | Printable version

Special called Fiscal Court meeting on Friday

From Bridget Compton

The Adair Count Fiscal Court will meet in special called meeting at 3:30pmCT on Friday, January 27, 2023, in the basement of the Adair County Annex building located at 424 Public Square, Suite 1, Columbia, KY. The public is invited to attend.

Meeting Agenda:


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2023-01-26 19:33:35 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government

Vessie Lou Horton, 71, Edmonton, KY (1952-2023)

Vessie Lou Horton of Edmonton passed away on Wednesday, January 25, 2023 at her home. She was 71 years old.

Funeral services will be held at 1pmCT on Saturday, January 28, 2023, at Butler Funeral Home, 201 East St, Edmonton, KY, with burial to follow in the Bowles Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 9amCT on Saturday until time of service.


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2023-01-26 19:28:54 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Seedlings already all gone

Nick Roy, Agent for Agriculture & Natural Resources with the Adair County Cooperative Extension Service, sends word that the free tree seedlings have all been claimed as of 2pmCT on January 26.

Earlier: Free tree seedlings available January 26 & 27


2023-01-26 15:20:43 | Comments | Printable version

Mildred Sparks, 92, Adair Co., KY native (1930-2023)

Mildred Jean Dillingham Sparks of Edmonton passed away peacefully on January 25, 2023 at her residence, with her family by her side. She was 92 years old.

Funeral services will be held at 2pmCT on Sunday, January 29, 2023, at Edmonton United Methodist Church, 302 S. Main St. Edmonton, KY. Entombment will follow in the Metcalfe County Memorial Gardens.

Visitation will be on Sunday from 10amCT until 2pmCT at the Edmonton United Methodist Church.


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2023-01-26 15:16:25 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Knife-wielding man tased, arrested after standoff in Taylor Co.

By Larry J. Smith

A Taylor County man was arrested after being tased Wednesday morning on Highway 70 at Acton, KY.

Sheriff Dickie Benningfield told 99.9 The Big Dawg News that his department was dispatched to the Acton community in reference to a suspicious person standing in the middle of the highway; upon arrival deputies made contact with the man.

Benningfield said the man was armed with a knife, refusing to drop it. He was tased and taken into custody, and during the investigation it was learned that he had set fire to a garage at the intersection of Highway 70 and Stoner Creek Road.


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2023-01-26 12:59:04 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports

Joshua Anthony Milby, 36, Campbellsville, KY (1986-2023)

Joshua Anthony Milby of Campbellsville parted this life on Wednesday, January 25, 2023 at his home. He was 36 years old.

The funeral service for Joshua Anthony Milby will be held at 1pmET on Friday, January 27, 2023, in the chapel of the L.R. Petty Funeral Home, 1765 New Columbia Rd., Campbellsville, KY, with Rev. Freddy Thompson officiating. Burial will follow in the Wilson Cemetery at Gabe.

The family requests visitation after NoonET on Friday until time for the service.


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2023-01-26 12:45:04 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Kentucky Color: Confluence to Confluence

By Billy Joe Fudge

Linda's picture of the confluence of Little Renox and Big Renox Creeks got me to thinking about a 50 year old question that has never been answered, even once.

My entry level job with Kentucky Division of Forestry was as the Adair County Ranger. Joe Johnson was our Seasonal Ranger/Fire Plow Operator. Back in the days before we had airplane coverage to find wildfires, spotters in fire towers would see smokes and we Rangers would have to find them to ascertain whether they were legal burning, illegal burning or wildfires.

Often we would be fairly close to the smoke and would stop to ask a local resident if they knew how far away the fire might be so we could figure out which road or pig path might get us to it.


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2023-01-26 12:37:13 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Kentucky Color by Billy Joe Fudge

State releases county unemployment data for Dec 2022

From Mike Clark/Gabriel Tomlin

Frankfort, KY - Unemployment rates fell in 94 counties between December 2021 and December 2022, rose in 12, and stayed the same in 14 counties, according to the Kentucky Center for Statistics (KYSTATS), an agency of the Kentucky Education and Labor Cabinet.

Local AreaCLFEMPUNEMPDec22Nov22Dec21
Adair7,2376,9382994.1%4.6%4.1%
Casey6,7346,5092253.3%3.8%3.7%
Cumberland3,4153,316992.9%3.0%3.2%
Green5,4265,2601663.1%3.2%3.1%
Metcalfe3,8803,7121684.3%4.3%4.6%
Russell6,0355,7313045.0%5.4%4.6%
Taylor12,99712,6153822.9%3.4%3.2%

Oldham and Woodford counties recorded the lowest jobless rates in the commonwealth at 2.4%. They were followed by Anderson, Fayette, Henry, Scott, Shelby and Spencer counties, 2.6% each; and Carlisle, Carroll, Harrison and Jessamine counties, 2.7% each.

Magoffin County recorded the state's highest unemployment rate at 9.3%. It was followed by Elliott County, 8.8%; Carter County, 7.5%; Lewis County, 7.4%; Martin County, 6.9%; Breathitt County, 6.6%; Leslie and Owsley counties, 6.5% each; Greenup County, 6.2%; and Johnson, Letcher and Wolfe counties, 6% each.


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2023-01-26 10:37:11 | Comments | Printable version

UPDATE: Boil Water Advisory issued

Update 1/27/2023: Boil Water Advisory lifted

From Columbia/Adair Utilities District
Date Issued 1/26/2023
Time Issued 9amCT

Update: A Boil Water Advisory is in effect for consumers on 278-2550 Prices Creek Road, East Fork Road, and Bragg Road. (Note: A previous advisory this morning incorrectly listed the area affected area as including William Judd Road, Edmonton Road, and Weed Keltner Road). The advisory has been issued due to main line leak.

Following such an event, the potential exists for bacteriological contamination of the water supply therefore this Boil Water Advisory has been issued as a precautionary measure. Until further notice, boil all water used for drinking and cooking, bringing the water to a rolling boil for three minutes before using.

This advisory will remain in effect until the situation has been corrected and test results have shown the water to be of an acceptable quality. For more information concerning the Boil Water Advisory, contact Lennon Stone at Columbia Adair Utilities District, 270-384-2181.


2023-01-26 10:03:42 | Comments | Printable version

Feb 1 deadline for KYTC engineering scholarships

From Naitore Djigbenou

Frankfort, KY - Gov. Andy Beshear reminded Kentucky students this week that the application deadline is fast approaching for one of the premier higher education opportunities in the commonwealth - the engineering and construction-management scholarships offered annually by the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC).

"These scholarships open doors for young Kentuckians who aspire to have an active role in literally building a Better Kentucky," Gov. Beshear said. "I encourage eligible students not to let the opportunity pass by taking time to apply for this year's scholarship awards."

For more information about these scholarships and other educational opportunities, please visit https://transportation.ky.gov/Education/ or call (502) 564-3730.

Up to 30 scholarships will be awarded for the 2022-2023 academic year in civil engineering, engineering technology and construction management.


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2023-01-26 08:36:45 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education

Meagan Davidson takes on new role at Campbellsville University

By Gerard Flanagan

Campbellsville, KY - Campbellsville University has named Meagan Davidson its first director of strategic enrollment management planning.

Davidson, a 2004 graduate of Casey County High School, lives in Liberty with her two children, Izabella and Oakley.

"Campbellsville University has felt like home since I first stepped on campus in 2004," Davidson said. "It is my honor to join the enrollment management team and begin working on strategic initiatives to increase student access to higher education by reducing barriers, increasing student experience opportunities, and expanding institutional collaboration."


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2023-01-26 08:31:00 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Campbellsville University

CPD: Three arrested for possession of methamphetamine

By Officer Adam Cravens, PIO
Columbia Police Department

On Wednesday night, January 25, 2023, the Columbia Police Department executed a search warrant at a residence on Bridgeport Circle, off of the Veterans Memorial Bypass.

During the search and investigation, officers located drug paraphernalia, suboxone, and suspected methamphetamine within the residence. The occupants were then placed into custody.


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2023-01-26 08:27:15 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports

Haiku by Robert Stone for January 26, 2023

Never done before
but watching others closely,
outcome successful.
--Robert Stone, Thursday, 26 January 2023.
-1000 haiku fourth time, more days coming up, Day 4153


2023-01-26 06:33:49 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today

7-County Area Courts for Thu 26 Jan 2023

Local schedules for Circuit Courts, District Courts, for Thursday, January 26, 2023, at a glance:
  • Adair County: No events Circuit Court. No events District Court.
  • Casey County: No events Circuit Court. 26 events District Court.
  • Cumberland County: 49 events Circuit Court. 2 events District Court.
  • Green County: No events Circuit Court. No events District Court.
  • Metcalfe County: 2 events Circuit Court. 1 event District Court.
  • Russell County: 21 events Circuit Court. 10 events District Court.
  • Taylor County: No events Circuit Court. No events District Court.
Note: NOT Official. Always Click to Docket for all Kentucky Counties


2023-01-26 06:33:19 | Comments | Printable version


Birthdays and Anniversaries for January 26
Happy Anniversary, Charlie and Angela Crawhorn (1991) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Kerry and Patricia Yates | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Aaron Helm (1987) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Charles Garrison | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, David Eubank | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Joseph Logsdon (1954) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Judy Spoon | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Kasey Young (1988) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Kendra Kulac (1999) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Larry D. Stotts | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Mary Logsdon (1956) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Matt Hadley | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Meredith Murrell (1994) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Nick Kemp | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Preston Loy (2000) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Wendell Wilson | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Robert W. Moore, Columbia, KY (1942-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, John William Folden, 48, Adair County, KY (1973-2021) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Charles Garrison, 78, Adair Co., KY (1933) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mitch Harris, Adair Co., KY, a native of Russell Co., KY (1942) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Helen Foley, Russell Co., KY (1928) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Estell Bardin, Adair County, KY (1919) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Frances Allene Parnell Oaks, Green Co., KY (1934-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mary Kathleen Logsdon, Adair Co., KY (1956-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mary F. Meloney , Casey County, KY (1925-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Roy William Graham, 79, Campbellsville, KY (1936-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Birchel (Bill) Baker, 89, Russell Co., KY (1926-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Everett (Jerry) Ellsworth, 75, Casey Co., KY (1940-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mr. Willard L. (Hank) Harris, Taylor County, KY (1959-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Marilyn May, 67, Taylor Co., KY (1949-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Larry Walters, 73, Taylor County, KY (1943-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mr. Alton Milby, Green Co., KY (1939-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Luda Stephens, Russell Springs, KY (1924-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Robert Fred Phelps, 66, Adair Co., KY/Pulaski Co., KY native (1951-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Gary Thomas Price, 48, King's Mountain, KY (1970-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Teresa Hayes Rogers, 58, Taylor Co., KY (1960-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, James C. Holt, Adair County native, (1962-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Alaina Kay Adams, ACHS Jr.; Taylor Co., KY/Marion Co. native,(2000-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Marvin Saltsman, Jr., Alabama native/Fayette Co./Casey Co., KY (1958-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Beechel Clark, 83, Campbellsville, KY (1939-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Beverly J. Payne, 84, Columbia, KY (1938-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bro. Carl Read, Taylor Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Donald Gene Cash, 73, Burkesville, KY (1947-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Dorothy Williams, 86, Taylor County, KY (1932-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jeffrey Luttrell, 64, Casey Co., KY (1958-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Macey Marie Crawhorn, 29, Columbia, KY (1993-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Paul D. Wyatt, 74, Casey County, KY (1944-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Rose Marie Grimes, 63, Russell Springs, KY (1957-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Sarah Margaret (Sally) Dobson Wells, Greensburg, KY (1931-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Stella Hadley Knight, 68, Russell Springs, KY (1950-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Stephen Edward Absher, 44, Columbia, KY (1977-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Terry Jewell McKinney, 67, Edmonton, KY (1953-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, William (Billy) Bottom, 87, Russell Co., KY native (1932-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, William Marty Muse, 57, Dubre, KY (1963-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)

Events scheduled for Thursday, January 26, 2023
All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
NoonCTServices for Lawrence Cladus (L.C.) Pickett, 90, Adair Co., KY native (1932-2023) | (ID:64516, Comment)
4:00pmCTACES SBDM Council meeting | (ID:64502, Comment)
5:00pmCTACPC MAP Workshop for parents & guardians | (ID:64487, Comment)
6:00pmCTAdair County Republican Party meeting | (ID:64450, Comment)
7:00pmCTACHS JV Girls Basketball vs Russell County | (ID:64083, Comment)

 

































 
 
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