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Daily News for Tuesday, September 17, 2024
Burn ban begins in Edmonton, Metcalfe County METCALFE COUNTY FISCAL COURT EXECUTIVE ORDER: all outdoor burning is hereby banned in Metcalfe County WHEREAS, drought conditions in Metcalfe County, Kentucky, have made it dangerous to have any form of outdoor burning, and the danger is imminent and irreparable harm might result from any delay, be it ordered and adjudged by the Metcalfe County Judge/Executive that all outdoor burning is hereby banned in Metcalfe County, Kentucky, until further notice. This be it further ordered that this order may be enforced by the Kentucky Forestry Department, any official police department, rescue worker, fire department or any other person of authority who may receive evidence as to outdoor burning herein, and Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2024-09-17 15:56:34 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
Walter Ray Edwards, 72, Green County, KY Walter Ray Edwards of Green County, Kentucky, son of the late Joseph Bryan Edwards and Martha Alice Arnett Edwards was born on Tuesday, May 20, 1952 in Green County and departed this life on Friday, September 13, 2024 in Green County. He was 72 years, 3 months, and 24 days of age. He had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of the Aetna Union Baptist Church. He loved fishing, bowling and was a big fan of the University of Kentucky Wildcats. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2024-09-17 15:53:11 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
James D. Garner, 71, Russell Springs, KY native James D. Garner, 71, a native of Russell Springs, died September17, 2024. He was the son J.B. and Ella (Wheat) Garner and the husband of Libby D. Garner. His parents, brother, and infant sister preceded him in death. There were no local services. Disposition of his remains were made in accordance with his wishes. 2024-09-17 15:14:14 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Agenda for Sept 19 Regular School Board Meeting From Carolee Lloyd Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent The Adair County Board of Education will meet at 6pmCT on Thursday, September 19, 2024, in the Adair County Board of Education building, 1204 Greensburg Street, Columbia, KY. In addition to regular business, items on the agenda include approval for out of state trips for the FFA and FBLA, updates to the Threat Assessment Decision Tree, approval to contract PRN Speech language Pathologist, approval of Student Athlete Wellness Coordinator stipend, and a working budget for the 2024-2025 school year. Meeting Agenda: Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2024-09-17 13:28:44 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
Fall Revival at Russell Heights Baptist Church From Janet Harmon Fall Revival at Russell Heights Baptist Church will begin on Sunday, September 29, 2024, and run through Wednedsay, October 2, 2024. Preachers:
2024-09-17 13:05:33 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Church News
All In for LWC begins Tuesday, September 17 By Venus Popplewell LWC Director of PR At Lindsey Wilson College "Roots Run Deep." The annual "All In for LWC" 48-hour event to raise money for student aid begins today, September 17, 2024, and will last until midnight on Wednesday, September 18. LWC takes great pride in the long-standing tradition it shares with generations of families and friends who consider themselves LWC Blue Raiders. This year the social media campaign dubbed All In For LWC celebrates those enduring relationships. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2024-09-17 13:02:00 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Lindsey Wilson College
Downtown Days photography contest opens Get your favorite photos ready for the Downtown Days photography contest sponsored and Hosted by the Adair County Library Genealogy & History Research Center, 307 Greensburg Street, Columbia. Entries meeting the specifications of the contest should be turned in to the library by Wednesday, October 2, 2024 at 4pmCT. Crowd Favorite voting & photography viewing by the public will take place October 7th - 12th at the Adair County Library Genealogy and History Research Center. Email questions to: downtowndayscolumbia@yahoo.com 2024-09-17 12:13:32 | Comments | Printable version
RSCO Sheriff: Deputy Josh Phipps died a Hero By Russell County Sheriff Derek Polston: A Grieving Message from your Sheriff, Family, Staff and Deputies... It is with great sadness tonight/ this morning that I report to you the loss of one of my Deputies in the Line of Duty, Russell County Deputy Sheriff Josh Phipps. Kentucky State Police is conducting the investigation and will release more details as they become available. Deputy Phipps was assisting Kentucky State Police and other Units looking for a suspect that had fled on foot. Gunfire was exchanged after locating the suspect; Deputy Phipps was struck by gunfire and later passed away at the Russell County Hospital. Deputy Josh Phipps died a Hero doing what he liked, protecting and serving Russell County. Funeral arrangements will be announced later by the Phipps family. Please keep the Phipps family, friends, the Russell County Sheriff's Office family & staff in your prayers. The suspect who was being sought also succumbed to gunfire. Thank you to all First Responders who were there to help and support us. Thank you to Adair, Casey, Clinton, and Pulaski County Sheriffs Departments, Russell Springs Police, and Jamestown Police who have offered help and support in covering calls at this tragic time. Thanks to all Police Officers from cities across Kentucky who were there and reached out to our Community. 2024-09-17 09:29:45 | Comments | Printable version
Letter: Question about Harvey family members photo Rachel Lyons asks: Are the folks in the "Harvey family members at home place" photo descendants of Piner Harvey?Comments re: Harvey family members at home place Trilby says, "Yes, they are descendants of Piner and Amanda Rowe Harvey - from the book the Loy Family Genealogy by Virginia Loy Nix. Also listed in the Harvey's history book by Jessie Kruger of Texas and Ruth Harvey Samuel - at the Adair History and Genealogy Center." 2024-09-17 09:14:36 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
Little League Basketball sign-ups begin Tuesday LL Basketball Signup Form | LL Cheerleading Signup Form By Daniel Hedges Little League Basketball and Cheerleading signups begin today, Tuesday, September 17, 2024, and continue until October 17, 2024. October 17th is deadline. Texts and calls after that date will be ignored. Forms are separate for cheer and basketball. They can be picked up at ACES, ACPC, or Downey Eye Clinic. Signup forms and money (cash or check only) can be dropped off at Downey Eye Clinic, or there will be in person sign ups from 3pmCT to 5pmCT on September 23 and 25, 2024, and October 1, 2024, in the lobby at Adair County Elementary School, 870 Indian Dr, Columbia, KY. If you are interested in your child being a part of the children with disabilities league on Saturday mornings please indicate on the form. There will not be a Pre-K league offer this year. I did not have anyone interested in running the league and am not going back now. Please contact me at 270-282-3175 with any questions. 2024-09-17 09:05:05 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
TIP-KY meeting cancelled Candice Flatt, Gifted Coordinator Adair County School District Adair County's Gifted and Talented Students were scheduled to meet with Russell County for a TIP-KY (I-excel) meeting tonight, Tuesday, September 17, 2024, at 5:30pmCT (invitations only--sent out to 4th-6th grade student) in Russell Springs, KY. The meeting is cancelled due to a recent tragedy in our area. Thanks for understanding. It will be rescheduled at a later date. 2024-09-17 08:58:33 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
Homecoming service at The Old Concord Community Church From Phyllis Burris The Old Concord Community Church will have Homecoming service on Sunday, September 29, 2024. The group "Living Proof" will be singing at 10amCT, Bro. Pat Smith will bring the morning message at 11amCT, and a potluck meal will follow. Old Concord Community Church is located at 5996 Fairplay Road, Hwy 704, Columbia, KY. Bro. Pat Smith and the congregation extend a special invitation to you! 2024-09-17 08:56:57 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Church News
KSP releases death of Russell County deputy Phipps RCSO Deputy Josh Phipps was a 3-year veteran of the Russell County Sherrif's Office. RUSSELL SPRINGS, Ky. (Sept. 17, 2024) - The Kentucky State Police (KSP) Critical Incident Response Team has been requested to investigate an officer-involved shooting that occurred on September 16, 2024 at approximately 5:27 p.m. CDT in Russell County. KSP Post 15 and the Russell County Sheriff's Office (RCSO) were conducting an investigation on Bluebird Drive in the city limits of Russell Springs, which resulted in an officer-involved shooting incident. A male subject was transported to the hospital and has since been pronounced deceased. KSP detectives and CIRT responded and the investigation into incident remains ongoing. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2024-09-17 08:56:23 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports Birthdays and Anniversaries for September 17 Happy Anniversary, John and Jeana Pike (1994) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Alyssa Wilson (2004) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Angie Yates | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Darrell Absher (1967) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Denise Grant | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Emily Michelle Corbin (1993) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Emma Grider (2002) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jamie Powell | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jonathan Edward Jessee | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jonathan Jessee | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Merle Parnell Gipe | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Michael Decker | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Pete Ragos (1940) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Rev. John Blakey | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Robbie Harmon | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Sky Hausdorfer | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Wesley Burris (1994) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Lois Howard Henderson, Greensburg, KY (1931-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Vickie Gail Glasgow, Campbellsville, KY (1951-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Linda Mae Turner, Adair County, KY (1971-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Aron Lester Corley, Greensburg, KY (1965-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Benjamin Joseph Gibson Nauvoo, IL (1985-2011) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Ruth Branscum, Russell Co., KY (1941) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Sam (Beater) Neathery, Burkesville, KY (1934) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Lou Ross Thomas, Casey Co., KY (1935) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Edward Haney, Green County, KY (1923-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Elroy Willis, Adair County, KY (1951-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James R. Roberts, Taylor County, KY (1976-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Janet Michelle Minton Russell County, KY (1963-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Larry Ray Wilson, Taylor County, KY (1962-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Betty Carol Gilbert, 52, Russell Co., KY (1961-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Charles Thurman Hedgespeth, Taylor Co., KY (1931-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Wanda Jane Moran Young, 62, Green County, KY (1951-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Vallee Madean Judd, Green Co., KY (1931-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Edwin Edmonds, 94, Russell Co., KY (1919-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William (Bill) Gupton, Taylor Co., KY (1931-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, David Lee Shearer, Adair County, KY (1942-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Wilbern D. Myers, Russell County, KY (1948-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James O. Price, 72, Russell Co., KY (1942-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Roger Dale Eads, Casey Co., KY (1955-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Lois Matney Houk, Green Co., KY (1925-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In memory birthday, Harold Caulk, Taylor Co., KY (1927-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Bill Taylor, Sr., former Greensburg, KY mayor (1931-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Minerva Cathryn Carlton, 86, Russell County, KY (1929-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, David Joseph Kerr, 37, Taylor Co., KY (1978-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Nancy E. Miller, Campbellsville, KY (1916-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Claudette McGowan, 80, Russell Co., KY (1936-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James (Jim) Edens, 69, Bethelridge, KY (1947-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Paul Jackson Sharp, Sr., Burkesville, KY (1939-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mark Allen Cape, 49, Cookeville, TN (1967-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Murray Scott, 81, Adair County, KY (1936-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Wendell Tucker, Russell County, KY (1942-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rev. Nellie Burbridge, formerly of Adair County, KY (1922-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jerome Burton, Columbia, KY (1939-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Allene Hale Hadley | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Avery L. Rooks, 91, Columbia, KY (1932-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Charles Henry Green, 85, Columbia, KY (1934-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dwight Coomer, 65, Columbia, KY (1954-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Elderay Walters, 76, Russell Springs, KY (1946-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Karen Raye Sullivan Mullins, 60, Columbia, KY native (1962-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lucille Kessler Mars, 94, Greensburg, KY (1928-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rev. Earl E. Neat, 97, Columbia, KY (1926-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Tuesday, September 17, 2024 All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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