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Tuesday, May 14, 2024
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Mary Anne Loy honored for work at Trabue Russell House

By Richard Phelps

What an honor to have the Columbia Adair Chamber meet at the Trabue Russell House - and to be able to present this special award for them.

For the past several years one person has been the driving force behind the preservation, improvements and public awareness of the home of Columbia's founder Daniel Trabue - that one person is Mary Anne Loy.


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2024-05-14 23:22:55 | Comments | Printable version

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Courthouse view from the rose garden



2024-05-14 - Downtown Columbia, KY - Photo by Linda Waggener, ColumbiaMagazine.com.
This view is of the Adair County Courthouse from the rose garden in front of the Trabue Russell House. Both the Courthouse and the TRH are treasures being preserved and used.

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Tina Kaylor, 39, Adair County, KY (1984-2024)

Tina Louise Kaylor, age 39 of Columbia, formerly of Russell Springs, KY, passed from this life Thursday, May 9, 2024 at her residence after courageously battling cancer.

She enjoyed creatively expressing herself through crafting, painting, and writing.

She loved fishing, spending time with family and cheering on the Adair County Marching Band.


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2024-05-14 23:18:32 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Patricia Clarkson, 43, Casey County, KY (1980-2024)

Patricia Clarkson, of Liberty, passed away on Saturday, May 11, 2024. She was 43.

Born on October 2, 1980, in Casey County, Kentucky, she was a daughter of Ricky and Cindy Campbell Luttrell. Patricia was a member of Oak Grove Church of Christ. Her kids, nieces, and nephews were her whole world and she loved them tremendously.


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2024-05-14 23:13:11 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

ACMS SBDM Council to meet Thursday

From Keri Willis, Principal
Adair County Middle School

The Adair County Middle School SBDM Council will hold its regular monthly meeting at 4pmCT on Thursday, May 16, 2024. The meeting will be held in Room 137 of Adair County Middle School, 322 General John Adair Drive, Columbia, KY.


2024-05-14 16:49:18 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education

T.J. Health Columbia Lunch and Learn for May

From Stacey Biggs

This month's Lunch and Learn hosted by T.J. Health Columbia is scheduled to start at NoonCT on Thursday, May 16, 2024, at the Adair Chamber of Commerce building, 201 Burkesville Street, Columbia, KY.

The topic is Hands-Only CPR, an effective compression-only technique that can be administered by just one person. This is a free event and lunch will be provided (chicken tenders, waffle fries and salad).

Please RSVP to Daniel Bragg at daniel.bragg@jsamson.org. Visit www.tjregionalhealth.org for more information.


2024-05-14 16:47:45 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Health Care

CPD: HIDTA cases result in federal sentences

From Officer Adam Cravens, PIO
Columbia Police Department

Three current cases initiated by Columbia Area HIDTA were recently sentenced within federal court:
  • Chaz Hughes, 31, of Louisville, Kentucky, was sentenced to 10 years in prison, followed by 4 years of supervised release, for one count of conspiracy to distribute more than 50 grams of methamphetamine and more than 40 grams of fentanyl, two counts of money laundering, and one count conspiracy to commit money laundering

  • Curtis Cunningham, 27, of Lebanon, Kentucky, was sentenced to 6 months home detention, followed by 3 years of supervised release, for one count of possession with intent to distribute fentanyl.

  • Joshua Salazar, 34, of Lebanon, Kentucky, was sentenced to 12 years in prison, followed by 4 years of supervised release, for one count of conspiracy to distribute more than 50 grams of methamphetamine and more than 40 grams of fentanyl, one count of possession with the intent to distribute methamphetamine, six counts of money laundering, and one count of possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. Salazar was prohibited from possessing a firearm because he had previously been convicted of the following felony offenses
More about the cases is available at the US Department of Justice web site:
Five Men Sentenced in a Federal Case Involving Methamphetamine and Fentanyl Trafficking Conspiracy, Illegally Possessing a Firearm by a Convicted Felon, Money Laundering Conspiracy, and Retaliating Against a Witness.

The High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas (HIDTA) program, created by Congress with the Anti-Drug Abuse Act of 1988, provides assistance to Federal, state, local, and tribal law enforcement agencies operating in areas determined to be critical drug-trafficking regions of the United States.


2024-05-14 11:49:04 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports

ACSO: Joint investigation leads to drug arrest

From Sheriff Josh Brockman
Adair County Sheriff's Office

On Monday, May 13, 2024, at around 10:45amCT, Deputies from the Adair County Sheriff's Office, along with officers from KY Probation and Parole, went to a residence on Sulfur Springs Road in northern Adair County to investigate complaints of possible drug activity in the area.

After conducting a search of a residence, the owner was arrested for multiple charges of possession.


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2024-05-14 11:23:39 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports

Casey County gets Rubber Mulch Projects grant

Casey was one of 23 counties to be awarded grant monies for projects using recycled rubber. $17,957 will be given to the City of Liberty, Lake Liberty Park for picnic tables and a wheelchair accessible picnic table.

The grants are from the Waste Tire Trust Fund, established by the 1998 General Assembly, which receives $2 from the retail sale of each new tire in the state. The fund helps manage the approximately 5 million scrap tires generated in Kentucky each year and promotes the development of markets for recycled tire products.


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KBC Blood Drive on May 22

There will be a community blood drive from 10:30amCT to 3pmCT on Wednesday, May 22, 2024, at the Columbia Church of Christ Fellowship Hall, 501 Jamestown Street, Columbia, KY. Donors who give blood at this drive will receive a KBC "throwback" item as a thank you for their time.

Appointments are preferred but walk-ins are welcome. To schedule a donation, visit kybloodcenter.org or call 800.775.2522.


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2024-05-14 08:47:59 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Health Care

Kentuckians encouraged to be REAL ID Ready

From Naitore Djigbenou/Allen Blair

Frankfort, KY - Will your license fly? That's the question state officials urge Kentuckians to ask themselves as only one year remains before federal REAL ID Act enforcement starts on May 7, 2025. After that date, a REAL ID state-issued driving or identity credential or another federally accepted form of REAL ID, like a passport, will be required for air travel checkpoints or access to military bases or federal buildings that require identification.

"We want Kentuckians to be able to board a domestic flight or visit a loved one stationed on a military base without any snags in their plans, and taking the time now to make sure you have a form of REAL ID to ensure you can get to where you need to go," Gov. Andy Beshear said. "With many acceptable forms of REAL ID available, like a REAL ID driver's license, military ID or passport, Kentuckians have several options to travel."

State-issued REAL ID driving and identity credentials must be requested in person at any Driver Licensing Regional Office operated by the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC), including the one in Columbia.


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2024-05-14 08:45:36 | Comments | Printable version

Arvile W. Roy, 85, Columbia, KY (1938-2024)

Arvile W. Roy of Columbia passed away on Saturday, May 11, 2024, at T. J. Health Columbia. He was 85 years old.

Funeral services will be held at 3pmCT on Thursday, May 16, 2024, at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home, 210 Greensburg St., Columbia, KY, with Bro. Craig Huddleston and Bro. Stanley Watson officiating. Burial will follow in the Haven Hill Cemetery.

Visitation will be on Wednesday from 5pmCT until 8pmCT, and will continue Thursday morning until time for the service at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home.


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2024-05-14 08:40:40 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Special Regular ACHS SBDM Meeting

From Chad A. Parnell, Principal
Adair County High School

Due to conflicts with the regular meeting date, the ACHS SBDM Council will have a special regular meeting at 4pmCT on Thursday, May 16, 2024, in the ACHS Library, 526 Indian Drive, Columbia. KY. Agenda items will include regular monthly meeting items.


2024-05-14 08:33:09 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education


Birthdays and Anniversaries for May 14
Happy Anniversary, Brian and Bethany Harvey (2005) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Alisha Nelson (1980) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Andrea Grant (1974) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Andrea Thomas | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Ashley Adamson (1983) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Billy Wheat | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Bradley Adamson (1981) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Brenda Smith | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, David Martin (1961) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Emma Michelle Thomas (2012) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Eric Shepherd! | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Ethan Luke Burton (2010) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Gregg Bardin | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jane Hardwick | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jayden Bryce Miller (2006) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jill Rogers Grant | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Shamarie Harper | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Sylvia Grant | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Todd VanArsdale (1972) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bob Porter, Russell County, KY (1932-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Chris Wesley, Casey County, KY (1976-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Kendra Nichole Moore, Burkesville, KY (2001-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Marie Rush, Burkesville, KY (1949-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, BD Thompson, Campbellsville, KY (1949-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Geneva Ruth Lyles Russell Co., KY (1937) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Laures Faye Smith, Taylor Co., KY (1946) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Willard Skaggs, Taylor Co., KY (1930) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Claves Leon Sneed, Green Co., KY (1948) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Eutrice Roy, 88, Russell County, KY (1923) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lois Ann Wilson, Russell County, KY (1952) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Donald G. Henderson, Taylor Co., KY (1934-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Angela Russell, Casey Co., KY (1968-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In memory birthday, Martha Jane Antle, Russell Co., KY (1930-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ruth Pepper Chaney, Green County, KY (1924-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Robbie (Hutch) Howell, 41, Yosemite, KY (1974-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mary Craft Anderson, Albany, KY (1938-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bennie George, 63, Russell Co., KY (1952-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lou Edith Jones, 99, Cumberland Co., KY (1916-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Barry Edward Stargel, Sr., Adair Co. native (1951-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mr. Donald (Gene) Pritchard, 78, Taylor Co., KY (1938-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Eugene St. Clair, Taylor Co., KY (1927-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Elizabeth Anderson Myers, 78, Burkesville, KY (1938-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Mae Bagby Risen, Greensburg, KY (1924-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Arbutus Comer Hilton, 77, Adair County, KY (1939-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Shyanne Brooke Evans, 19, Dunnville, KY (1998-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Violet Buis, 84, Casey County, KY (1931-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bonnie Feese Absher Perry, 68, formerly of Adair County, KY | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ann Thompson Strader, 82, Greensburg, KY (1938-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Betty Jean Acree, 73, Campbellsville, KY (1950-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Cleo Jones, 89, Adair Co., KY native (1933-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, David Froggett Sr, Metcalfe County, KY (1940-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Donald Sullivan, 91, Russell Co., KY (1929-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Edward (Cotton) Burton, 82, Columbia, KY (1938-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Gilbert Ray Mondie, 81, Russell Springs, KY (1939-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mary Lou Skipworth, 75, Burkesville, KY (1945-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Rachel Green McGaha (1915-1977) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Randall Redmon, 66, Russell Springs, KY (1956-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Rev. William Russell Karnes, 90, Adair County, KY native Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ruth Elaine Pierce Young, 78, Greensburg, KY (1942-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Shyanna Marie Harmon, 13, Columbia, KY (2008-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)

Events scheduled for Tuesday, May 14, 2024
All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
9:00amCTHealthy Living with Diabetes class
Adair Co. Health Department, 801 Westlake Dr, Columbia, KY | (ID:66830, Comment)
Adair Food Pantry, 203 South Monroe Street, Columbia, KY Open 9am-12pmCT, Contact: Michele Fruth, Director, 270-250-5432 | (ID:66893, Comment)
NoonCTChamber of Commerce meeting
Trabue Russell House, 201 Jamestown Street, Columbia, KY | (ID:66874, Comment)
4:30pmCTACPC SBDM Council meeting | (ID:66956, Comment)

 
































 
 
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