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Kennedy's mother visited Columbia in 1960

Among the keepsakes at the Trabue Russell House in Columbia is the local newspaper with news of a major political event. Rose Kennedy, mother of then presidential candidate John F. Kennedy, brought his national campaign to Adair County on September 34, 1960 for a tea at Hughes Motel.

Hosted by local Democratic women, the regional event saw almost 1,000 women meet the future President's mother.


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2023-07-08 23:11:18 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local History

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Rose Kennedy in Adair County News in 1960



2023-07-08 - Columbia, KY - Photo at the Trabue Russell House by Linda Waggener.
Among the historical documents on the walls of the Trabue Russell House is this news of Rose Kennedy, mother of then presidential candidate John F. Kennedy, when she brought his national campaign to Adair County, September 34, 1960. The event, a tea, was held at Cornelia Hughes' Motel on East 80 just past Circle R in Columbia. Hosted by local Democratic women, the regional event saw almost 1,000 women meet the future President's mother.

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Marcella Ballenger, 65, Russell County, KY (1957-2023)

Marcella Marie Johnson Ballenger, of Russell Springs, passed away at her home on Friday, July 7, 2023. She was 65 years of age.

Born July 19, 1957, in Columbia, she was a daughter of the late Stonewall Jackson and Joyce Marie Wilson Johnson. Marcella was a devoted wife and mother who dedicated her life to raising her two children. One of her greatest joys over the years was being able to watch her daughter ride at horse shows. She also enjoyed RV camping and feeding all the family's animals. Marcella loved spending time with her grandson, Jackson, and being able to watch him grow. She was a kind-hearted woman who was very passionate about helping anyone in need. Marcella was a member of Living Proof Baptist Church.


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2023-07-08 22:51:29 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Gary Kenton (Fuzzy) Stanton, 83, Columbia, KY (1939-2023)

Gary Kenton "Fuzzy" Stanton of Columbia passed away on July 7, 2023, at his residence. He was 83 years old.

Funeral services will be held at 10amCT on Tuesday, July 11, 2023, at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home, 210 Greensburg St., Columbia, KY. Burial will follow in the Bethlehem Cemetery. Military honors will be provided by VFW Post 6097.

Visitation will be on Monday from 4pmCT until 8pmCT, and will continue Tuesday at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home.


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Boil Water Advisory lifted for Hudson,Greensburg Streets

From Columbia/Adair Utilities District
July 8, 2023

As of 11:55 a.m on July 8, 2023 the Boil Water Advisory for customers of Hudson Street and all side roads in between, Greensburg Street 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.


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Letter: Art Walkthrough at Synergy

Mary Knight writes:
So glad Craig Dean and Sherry Giles are planning another Art walk through !!!! I am thinking Christmas shopping.......there were so many impressive works of art on display!!!!! Such talent in the community!!!!
Comments re: Synergy hosts Community Proud Art Walkthrough


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Haiku by Robert Stone for July 8, 2023

Stories retold seem
new and exciting again
when charmer speaks words.
--Robert Stone, Saturday, 8 July 2023.
-1000 haiku fourth time, more days coming up, Day 4316


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Phillip Coffey - Upper Shore

Upper Shore - by Phillip Coffey

Upper crest Northern fowls fly southward on Silver wings
To escape the upcoming percieved, cold Winter scowls.
Layered deep in troubles so, of sedimentary from ridges
Of Sandstone, Clay, and Limestone through much
Silty Delta Loams to sunny skies galore.


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Birthdays and Anniversaries for July 8
Happy Anniversary, Randy and Angie Smith | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Ronnie and Joyce Kelley | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Addie Elise Baker (2009) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Andrew Benton Green | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Annette Curry | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Benjamin Bault, (1984) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Christian Ford (1993) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Corbin E. Hobaugh (2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Devin Akin (1998) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Gail Hadley Ferrill | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jeff Wall | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jerica Couch | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jonathan Grant (2001) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Josh Wilson | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Lana Roy | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Madison Grace Smith (2002) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Michael Stephens | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Nick Humphress (1992) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Phyllis Stone | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Roberto Pedroza | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Samantha Crider (1993) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Summer Greer | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Iva Louise Dobson, Greensburg, KY (1929-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mary Helen Scott, Ashlock, KY (1941-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ivy Jewel Rowe Reece, Adair Co., KY (1919) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Tommy Dowell, Taylor Co., KY (1931) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Walter Logan (Corky) Scott III, Taylor Co., KY (1938) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mary Twyman Patterson Simpson, Green Co., KY (1932) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Danny Ray Stotts III , Taylor County, KY native (2010) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, SSG (Ret.) Cliff Parke, Taylor County, KY (1954) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Helen Hortense McMahan, Taylor County, KY (1920-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Judge Paul Barry Jones, Adair Co., KY (1936-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mr. Robbin Cecil Colvin, Taylor County, KY (1958-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Wesley Wilson, Russell County, KY (1985-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bobby Dale Wilkinson, Liberty, KY (1960-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Wanda Gail Montgomery Pendleton, 79, Adair Co., KY (1936-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, William (Bill) Bonta, Green County, KY (1944-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lindsay Grace Wilham Brown, 25, Clarinda, Iowa (1990-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, JoAnne Smith, 69, Burkesville, KY. Adair Co. native (1946-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ethel Mae Barbour, 83, No Bob, KY (1933-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Dimple Marie Shaw Smith, 90, Summer Shade, KY (1926-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Kathryn Farris, Campbellsville, KY (1928-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ova Lee Monday Smither, Casey County, KY (1924-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Beckham Combest, Adair Co., KY (1900-1966) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Brenda Edwards Bobbitt, 64, Adair Co., KY (1959-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Charles Lynn Stapp, 87, Russell Co., KY (1929-2016) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Curtis Wayne Clemons, 63, Edmonton, KY (1958-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Eula Jane Corbin, 85, Columbia, KY (1935-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ina Ree Melton Capps, 89, Cumberland County, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Irene L. Newby, 71, Crocus, KY (1951-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, James C. Young, Jr. (1968-1991) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jo an Humphress, 77, Taylor Co., KY (1938-2016) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lejune Humphrey, 78, Glensfork, KY (1941-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Nancy Franklin | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ricky A. Padgett, 59, Adair Co., KY native (1964-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Shera Sanders, 64, Casey Creek, KY (1958-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Timothy A. Tetreault, 60, Liberty, KY (1960-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Troy Pollard, 52, Columbia, KY (1970-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory of Birthday, Clarence Embry Baker (1924-???) | (Updates/Corrections)

Events scheduled for Saturday, July 8, 2023
All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
8:00amCTFarmers Market on the Square | (ID:65257, Comment)
10:00amCTFun in the Sun at Shiloh Christian Church | (ID:65236, Comment)
NoonCTTandy & Loy Family Reunion | (ID:65178, Comment)
4:00pmCTColumbia Cruise In
Adair County Judicial Center, 201 Campbellsville St., Columbia, KY | (ID:65262, Comment)

 

































 
 
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