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A good time to review winter car kit

From Naitore Djigbenou

Frankfort, KY - The Adair County area is expected to get rain and just a chance of snow on Friday night, changing over to rain after 3amCT on Saturday. Kentucky state highway crews are keeping an eye on the forecast and preparing minor snow accumulations near and north of Interstate 64.

While travel impacts are expected to be minor, Kentuckians are encouraged to exercise caution on the roads, drive distraction-free, and slow down. It's also a good time to review supplies for travel on colder days this winter.

Emergency Car Kit Suggested Items:
  • First aid kit
  • Extra coat, gloves, and blankets or sleeping bag
  • Non-perishable food and water
  • Baby formula, diapers, wipes
  • Flashlight with extra batteries
  • Portable phone chargers
  • Pet food, water, leash, bowl
  • Medications
  • Ice Scraper and Jumper cables
  • Shovel and a bag of sand or litter
Visit snowky.ky.gov for snow and ice resources, like priority route maps, tips and highway district updates.


2024-01-04 17:55:28 | Comments | Printable version

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James Cape, 82, Columbia, KY (1941-2024)



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James Cape, 82, Columbia, KY (1941-2024)

James Cape of Columbia died on Thursday, January 4, 2024 at TJ Health Columbia. He was 82 years old.

The funeral service will be held at 1pmCT on Monday, January 8, 2024, at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home, 200 Campbellsville Street, Columbia, KY, with Bro. Michael Helm officiating. Burial will follow in Haven Hill Cemetery.

Visitation is requested after 9amCT on Monday.


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2024-01-04 17:47:07 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Randall Monday, 76, Liberty, KY (1947-2024)

Randall Monday of Liberty died on Tuesday, January 2, 2024 at Jewish Hospital in Louisville. He was 76 years old.

The funeral service will be held at 1pmCT/2pmET on Sunday, January 7, 2024, at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home, 200 Campbellsville Street, Columbia, KY, with Bro. Stevie Allen officiating. Burial will follow in Whited Cemetery in Casey County.

Visitation is requested after 11amET on Sunday.


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2024-01-04 17:43:28 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Belinda Sue Tucker, 64, Columbia, KY (1959-2024)

Belinda Sue Tucker of Columbia passed away on Wednesday, January 3, 2024, at her residence. She was 64 years old.

Funeral services will be held at 3pmCT on Sunday, January 7, 2024, at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home, 210 Greensburg St., Columbia, KY, with cremation to follow the services. There will be a burial later at the Robinson Ridge Cemetery for family and friends.

Visitation will be on Sunday after 11amCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home.


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2024-01-04 17:39:08 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Creative Ideas for Healthy Minds Workshop on Jan 9

From Dylan Gentry, FCS Agent
Adair County Cooperative Extension Service

"Creative Ideas for Healthy Minds," a Workshop with Debbie Shepherd, will be held at NoonCT on Tuesday, January 9, 2024, at the Adair County Extension Office, 409 Fairground Street, Columbia, KY.

Join us for an hour of:
  • Creative Insights to improve mental health
  • Craft Activities
  • Everyday Wellness
No RSVP is needed! Just come and discover the power of creativity for a healthier mind.


2024-01-04 17:35:36 | Comments | Printable version

Basketball: LWC game v. Virginia-Lynchburg postponed

The Lindsey Wilson men's basketball game versus Virginia-Lynchburg has been postponed, head coach Chris Starks announced.

The non-conference match-up with the Dragons was originally scheduled for 2pmCT on Thursday, January 4, and has not been rescheduled at this time.

The Blue Raiders' next game will be at 2pmCT on Sunday, January 7, 2024, against Clinton (SC) at Biggers Sports Center, 360 Spickard Drive, Columbia, KY.


2024-01-04 16:21:14 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports

Peggy Sue Norris, 77, Burkesville, Kentucky (1943-2023)

Peggy Sue (Engle) Norris, of Burkesville, Kentucky passed away Wednesday, December 27, 2023 having attained the age of 77 years, 2 months & 6 days.

She was born October 21, 1946 the daughter of Ray F. Daisy (Wagers) Engle. She was a Christian and a Head Start worker.


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2024-01-04 15:50:53 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

CPD: 2023 Activity Report

By Officer Adam Cravens, PIO
Columbia Police Department

The Columbia Police Department's Activity Report for the year 2023:
  • Calls for Service: 7798
  • Citations: 856
  • Motorist Assists: 150
  • Escorts: 189
  • Accidents Investigated: 303
  • Injury Accidents: 40
  • Incident Reports: 116
  • Criminal Cases Opened: 147
See also: CPD: December 2023 Activity Report


2024-01-04 15:41:43 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports

Ribbon cutting for CMC Metcalfe Community Medical Care

Update: CMC Metcalfe ribbon cutting postponed

From Kim Harwood, Executive Director
Edmonton Metcalfe County Chamber of Commerce

Please join the Chamber of Commerce and CMC Metcalfe Community Medical Care for a ribbon cutting event at 10amCT on January 17, 2024. This will be the perfect opportunity to meet the CMC Team and learn more about the program. Metcalfe County is fortunate to have this resource in our community, so please save the date.


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2024-01-04 15:38:47 | Comments | Printable version

Adair Co. Primary Center SBDM Council to meet Jan 9

From Debbie Bradshaw, Principal
Adair County Primary Center

The ACPC SBDM Council will hold its regularly scheduled SBDM meeting at 4:30pmCT on Tuesday, January 9, 2024, in the Library at Adair County Primary Center, 158 Col. Casey Dr, Columbia, KY.


2024-01-04 15:36:05 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education

CPD: December Activity Report

By Officer Adam Cravens, PIO
Columbia Police Department

The Columbia Police Department's Activity Report for December 2023:
  • Calls for Service: 660
  • Citations: 102
  • Motorist Assists: 15
  • Escorts: 16
  • Accidents Investigated: 28
  • Injury Accidents: 4
  • Incident Reports: 7
  • Criminal Cases Opened: 8


2024-01-04 15:34:31 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports

Kenneth Patrick Crimmons, 85, Columbia, KY (1938-2024)

Kenneth Patrick Crimmons of Columbia died on Tuesday, January 2, 2024 at Jewish Hospital in Louisville. He was 85 years old.

The funeral service will be held at 4pmCT on Friday, January 5, 2024, at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home, 200 Campbellsville Street, Columbia, KY, with Bro. Clay Scott officiating. Full military honors will be presented after the service by V.F.W. Post 6097.

Visitation is requested after 1pmCT on Friday.


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2024-01-04 11:08:25 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Kenny W. Powell, 61, Columbia, KY (1962-2024)

Kenny Wayne "Rainmaker" Powell of Columbia departed from this earthly life to his heavenly home on January 2, 2024 in Glasgow, Kentucky. He was 61 years old.

A Home Going service will be held at 1pmCT on Saturday, January 6, 2024, at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home, 200 Campbellsville Street, Columbia, KY, with Pastor Gerald Reliford officiating. Burial will follow in the Columbia Cemetery.

Visitation is requested after 10amCT on Saturday.


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2024-01-04 11:04:03 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Blood Drive on Jan 17 at Holloway Health and Wellness Center

From Brooke Lee
American Red Cross

Please start the year off right by supporting your community and donating blood on Wednesday, January 17, 2024, from 10amCT to 4pmCT at the Holloway Health and Wellness Center in the multi-purpose room!

The Holloway Health and Wellness Center is located at 388-398 Williams St. Columbia, KY.


2024-01-04 11:00:32 | Comments | Printable version

Local unemployment numbers a study in contrasts

From Mike Clark/Kim Saylor Brannock

Frankfort, KY - Unemployment rates rose in 117 counties between November 2022 and November 2023, fell in Hancock County, and remained the same in Lyon and Marshall counties, according to the Kentucky Center for Statistics (KYSTATS), an agency of the Kentucky Education and Labor Cabinet.

Locally, unemployment rates were up year-to-year in November in Adair and all surrounding counties. From October to November 2023, unemployment fell in Metcalfe County, remained unchanged in Cumberland, and rose in Adair, Casey, Green, Russell and Taylor Counties. At 3%, Cumberland County posted the 2nd lowest unemployment in the state for November, while Russell County's 6.8% unemployment rate placed it among the highest in Kentucky for the month.

CountyCLFEMPUNEMPNov23Oct23Nov22
Adair7,0726,7093635.1%4.7%4.2%
Casey6,2526,0042484.0%3.9%3.5%
Cumberland3,3573,2561013.0%3.0%2.8%
Green4,9794,8001793.6%3.5%3.1%
Metcalfe3,8053,6281774.7%4.9%3.7%
Russell6,3155,8834326.8%4.7%4.7%
Taylor12,42111,9824393.5%3.4%3.2%


Woodford County recorded the lowest jobless rate in the commonwealth at 2.9%. It was followed by Cumberland County, 3%; Carroll, Fayette, Marion, Scott and Washington counties, 3.2% each; and Anderson, Bourbon, Caldwell, Jessamine, Oldham and Shelby counties, 3.3% each.


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2024-01-04 10:20:19 | Comments | Printable version


Birthdays and Anniversaries for January 4
Happy anniversary, Dewey and Sue Rooks (1964) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Glen and Kathy Hunt (1969) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Randall and Lois Richards | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Aaron Ballou | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Ada Neat (1955) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Allie Brummett Caldwell | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Ava Faith Froedge | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Brian Campbell (1982) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Cynthia Melson | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, David (Tootie) Wheat (1993) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Edwin VanArsdale | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Greg Burchett | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Hannah Cockerham | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jackie Helm | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Juanita Foley | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Lenny Stone | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Peg Schaeffer | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Dr. Robert Kell, Adair Co., KY (1954-2010) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Leonard Bardin, Jr., Adair Co., KY (1943-2010) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Clarence Brock,, Adair Co., KY (1924) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Nancy Gadberry, Adair Co., KY (1939-2011) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lyndell Earl Bennett, 76, Adair Co., KY (1935) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mr. J.H. (Foots) Crawley, Cumberland Co., KY (1942) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mearl A. Turner, Green County, KY (1953-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Elizabeth Holmes Burton, Adair Co., KY (1925-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Mary Kathryn (Shuffett) Steward, Taylor Co., KY (1961-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lawrence (Rego) Holland, Cumberland Co., KY (1925-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jackie Helm, 55, Adair County, KY (1959-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Deloris Jean Adams, Liberty, KY (1927-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Bebe Fay Melton Daniel , Burkesville, KY, (1939-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Rebecca Jean Rogers, 61, Russell County, KY (1954-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Charles Thurman Ellis, 78, Dunnville, KY (1938-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Elizabeth Lee Roy, 76, Dunnville, KY (1940-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Karen Isbell, 68, Russell County, KY (1948-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Johnnie G. Hughes Sr. , Casey County KY native (1947 - 2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ms. Willie Calhoun Shope, 84, Jefferson Co./Green native, KY (1932-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, David Parker (Harry) Anderson, 53, Burkesville, KY (1963-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Camilla L. LaFavers, 87, Russell Co., KY/Adair Co., KY native (1930-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lucy Marie Akin Thompson, 88, Taylor Co./Green Co., KY native (1929-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Sandra Kaye Shreve, Campbellsville, KY (1953-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jamison Andrew (Jamie) Wade, 27, Adair Co./Jefferson Co., KY (1991-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mr. Allen Owsley Young, Cumberland Co., KY (1924) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Aiden Cash Wright, infant, Green Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Anita Gail Bunnell, 70, Green Co., KY (1952-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Carl Passmore, 82, Liberty, KY (1940-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Dale Russell, 77, Russell Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Desten Smith, 66, Campbellsville, KY (1955-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Donald Johnson, 80, Russell Springs, KY (1942-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Elder Joseph J. Pace, 62, Cumberland Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Houston (Gene) Henry, Green Co., KY (1939-2011) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Irene Mathews Gosser, 90, Liberty, KY (1931-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, J. S. Emerson, 86, Russell Springs, KY (1934-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jean Dooley, 93, Taylor Co., KY native (1930-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Laverne Kessler McKinney, 89, Green County, KY (1929-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ledia Patten, 59, Liberty, KY (1963-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mildred Etoile Edwards, 80, Liberty, KY (1942-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Nancy Bloyd Nolley, Taylor County, KY (1940-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Shearl Woodrum, 64, Casey Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Steve Scott, 68, Bowling Green, KY (1955-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Wagretta Wesley Barber, 90, Casey Co. native Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)

Events scheduled for Thursday, January 4, 2024
All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
8:00amCTAdair Co. Clerk's Office open only for recording/elections today
Motor vehicle transactions are expected to resume on January 16, after statewide update. | (ID:66259, Comment)
5:00pmCTACMS Boys Basketball at Southern Middle | (ID:65652, Comment)
5:30pmCTACHS Varsity Basketball at 2A Semifinals at Rusell County | (ID:66110, Comment)

 


































 
 
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