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Daily News for Sunday, December 3, 2023
Knifley Road reopened to through traffic Adair County, KY Hwy 551 has reopened to through traffic as of Friday according to folks living on and driving that route along with the word from District 8 State Department of Highways. 551 had been restricted to one lane in the area between Hwy 901 and David Butler Road for replacement of culverts. 2023-12-03 21:18:43 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
Betty Lou Brown, 81, Russell County, KY (1942-2023) Betty Lou Stapp Brown, of Jamestown, passed away on Friday, December 1, 2023, at her home. She was 81 years of age. She lived for her family and was a wonderful mother and grandmother. She cherished every moment she had with her family, calling to check on her "boys" every day. She also loved playing the piano. Her and her sister, Peggy, frequently visited nursing homes to sing gospel hymns and play for the residents. Betty Lou was passionate about decorating homes while working as a Home Interiors decorator. Betty was also a mother to many children while serving as a foster parent with her husband Otha for several years. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2023-12-03 19:19:53 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Alvleen Bernard, 90, Casey County, KY (1933-2023) Alvleen Terry Bernard, of Dunnville, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Friday, December 1, 2023. She was 90. She was a longtime faithful member of the Dunnville Christian Church. She enjoyed gardening, canning, and was well known for her quilting. She was lovingly known as Gia, Mawmaw, and Granny B. Born July 16, 1933, in Casey County, KY, she was a daughter of the late Alvie Franklin Terry and Orine Smith Terry. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2023-12-03 19:05:46 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Tommy Druen: The benefits of reading Previous Column: Community involvement a lost art? By Tommy Druen Kids can be mean, especially towards each other. This statement isn't groundbreaking; we all acknowledge its truth. Most of us have encountered it in one form or another. I'm not justifying this behavior, but it's a reality we all must face at some point. While the taunts on the playground may have evolved in terms, the fundamental meaning remains constant. "Garbage" has replaced "loser," and "freak" now stands in for "geek." Terms that target a person's race, ethnicity or sexual preferences appear to be constantly evolving. However, a label I was branded with seems to have faded away. While this might sound positive, my concern is that it's because the underlying reason is becoming rarer. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2023-12-03 14:04:16 | Comments | Printable version
Governor, First Lady, Santa to light state Christmas tree Dec 9 From Crystal Staley/Scottie Ellis Frankfort, KY - Gov. Andy Beshear and First Lady Britainy Beshear invite Kentuckians to view the Frankfort Christmas Parade and to join them on the South Lawn of the Capitol for the lighting of the state's Christmas tree on Saturday, December 9, 2023. The parade will begin at 6pmET on High Street and will make its way up Capital Avenue by police escort. The floats and vehicles will wrap behind the Capitol, in front of the Annex, where the Governor and First Lady will greet guests. Santa Claus will arrive on the final float of the parade. Following the parade, the First Family and Santa will light the state Christmas tree. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2023-12-03 13:58:10 | Comments | Printable version
2023 Christmas Parade: Winning floats Despite rainy conditions, the 2023 Columbia Christmas Parade, A Magical Christmas, took place on Saturday evening, December 2, 2023, with acclaimed magician Lance Burton serving as Parade Master. Entries in the Columbia Christmas Parade were given the option to be judged for prizes, and the Columbia Church of Christ float earned top honors among in-county entries, followed by TJ Health Columbia and then the FFA in third place. Taylor Co RECC took first place for their float in the Out-of-Town category. Click headline to view all the winners. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2023-12-03 13:53:10 | Comments | Printable version
2024 KDA internship application period now open From Lisa Tolliver Frankfort, KY - Kentucky college students seeking a career in agriculture or government are encouraged to apply for positions in the Kentucky Department of Agriculture's (KDA's) internship program for the 2024 summer. In addition to agriculture, KDA interns may work in education, computer science, marketing, communications, pre-law, and other fields. Internships will run from June to August. Applicants must be currently enrolled in a college, university, or vocational-technical program. Applicants can be enrolled in either undergraduate or graduate school. To apply, download and complete the application on the KDA's website at kyagr.com/marketing/internship-program.html. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2023-12-03 13:41:24 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education 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 Sunday, December 3, 2023 All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form. |
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