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Water Recreation Tips from KY DOW/DPH From John Mura/Robin Hartman Frankfort, KY - With summer approaching, the Kentucky Division of Water (DOW) and the Kentucky Department for Public Health (DPH) offer these safety tips to help Kentuckians enjoy the many rivers, lakes and creeks in which to boat, fish, swim, canoe or otherwise enjoy our abundant water resources. Despite many water quality improvements, there is the potential for human health risks in any body of water. By using common sense, your risks of experiencing water-derived health issues can be greatly decreased. DOW and DPH recommend that the public: Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2023-05-27 11:27:09 | Comments
Katherine Sue Littell, 82, Milltown, KY native (1940-2023) Katherine Sue (Willis) Littell of Valrico, FL, passed away on Tuesday, May 23, 2023, in Florida. Sue will be laid to rest in Union Cemetery in Milltown, KY, just down the road from the farmhouse where she was born 82 years ago. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2023-05-27 11:23:24 | Comments | See topic Obituaries
Juvenile Justice Oversight Council holds first interim meeting Frankfort, KY - The Kentucky General Assembly continues to monitor Kentucky's juvenile justice system following the 2023 legislative session. The Juvenile Justice Oversight Council held its first meeting of the 2023 interim period on Friday. The council is co-chaired by Sen. Whitney Westerfield, R-Fruit Hill, and Rep. Daniel Elliott, R-Danville. The other legislators on the council are Sen. Danny Carroll, R-Benton; Sen. Robin L. Webb, D-Grayson; Rep. Kevin D. Bratcher, R-Louisville; and Rep. Keturah Herron, D-Louisville. The Juvenile Justice Oversight Council is a statutory committee that will meet at least once a month in 2023 to provide an independent review of the state juvenile justice system and provide recommendations to the legislature, Elliott said. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2023-05-27 11:21:13 | Comments | See topic Politics
Letter: Ladybug Jill Petrey writes: The ladybug photo had such clarity that it was almost as if it might fly off the screen. I couldn't stop looking at it. Excellent photography.Jill, thank you very much for the kind words! Comments re: Ladybug Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2023-05-27 11:19:07 | Comments | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback ![]() Planning a yard sale? Send the details using our Comment Form for a FREE classified. Events scheduled for today, May 28, 2023 All events are listed in Central Time. | Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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Adair Co. Elementary School SBDM Council to meet May 30 From Sommer Brown, Principal Adair County Elementary School Adair County Elementary School's School-Based Decision Making Council will be having a special called meeting at 3pmCT on Tuesday, May 30, 2023, in the Conference Room of Adair County Elementary School, 870 Indian Dr, Columbia, KY. The purpose of the special called meeting is to interview candidates for the position of school counselor and discuss applicants for the vacant elementary teacher position. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2023-05-26 14:31:41 | Comments | See topic Education
New program allows Adair 911 Dispatchers to text or video chat From Chryslee Sherrill Deputy Director, Adair County E911 Center All of our dispatchers have been trained on a program called "RapidDeploy". This program allows us to better locate you in an emergency, and lets us text or video chat with you in case you accidentally call 911, can not talk on the phone after calling 911, or need to show us something going on that is hard to describe. While you cannot start the conversation by texting 911 first, we can send you a message or a request for video chat after a 911 call is received. You would not be able to hear or see the dispatchers in the video chat, but we can hear and see you. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2023-05-26 13:28:44 | Comments | See topic Local Government
Congratulations ACMS & ACHS Track and Field From Sheila Willis Congratulations to Adair County Middle School athlete Sophia Smith for qualifying for the middle school track and field meet in triple jump. Sophia will compete this Saturday in Louisville. Good luck, Sophia! Adair County High School will be represented at the class 2A state meet on Friday, June 2, 2023, in Lexington. The following six athletes will participate in five events:
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Carol Perkins: Serving Our Country Previous Column: Change Please By Carol Perkins Guy joined the Navy straight out of high school. He was seventeen, so his parents had to sign for him. We had been dating our senior year but had no plans except I was going to Eastern. There was no immediate threat, so I thought, even though Vietnam was on the horizon. I didn't know he was once at sea with 33 U.S. Navy vessels in search of a lost hydrogen bomb. Guy was stationed in Norfolk on an LSD. He spent Christmas in Italy and saw much of Europe. During the four years that he was serving in a steamy engine room, we wrote sappy "How are you, I am fine" letters. When he was discharged, we married on New Year's Eve of 1967. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2023-05-26 09:32:59 | Comments | See topic Carol Perkins
CU ESL Institute holds pinning ceremony By Simon Baker Campbellsville, KY - On May 3, 2023, Campbellsville University's English as a Second Language (ESL) Institute honored students who graduated from the program in The Gheens Recital Hall. Dr. Joseph Hopkins, president of Campbellsville University, opened the event and welcomed everyone. He congratulated the ESL students on their accomplishments, saying, "Congratulations to you on a journey well-traveled and for all your accomplishments." "We are proud of this community and the many cultures that come together in Campbellsville, Kentucky," Hopkins added, "and so grateful that you chose to come and add to this culture here and be a part of our community and part of our family and hope you already remember you are always a part of the Campbellsville University family." Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2023-05-26 09:11:37 | Comments | See topic Campbellsville University
Girls Basketball Clinic at ACHS on June 17 From Stacia Jo Hill Adair Co. Girls Basketball Coach Lady Indians Girls Basketball will present a Girls Basketball Clinic from 9amCT to NoonCT on Saturday, June 17, 2023 in the Gym at Adair County High School, 526 Indian Dr, Columbia, KY. The clinic will be for girls entering grades K-5, and will be led by Adair County Lady Indians coaches and players. Register before June 12, 2023, online at https://forms.gle/F9mPNqYJXifoiH5h8. The cost is $30, and participants will get a free t-shirt. For more information, call 941-806-7506 or E-mail Stacia.Hill@adair.kyschools.us. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2023-05-25 16:38:00 | Comments | See topic Sports
Commodities at Jim Blair Center From Bridget Compton The Adair County Judge Executive along with Lake Cumberland Community Action agency are pleased to announce we will be receiving and distributing another load of commodities from 9amCT to 1pmCT on Wednesday, May 31, 2023, and Thursday, June 1, 2023, at the Jim Blair Recreational Center located at 901 Hudson St., Columbia, KY 42728. All Adair County citizens are welcome. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2023-05-25 16:29:35 | Comments | See topic Local Government
Green Co. approved for $270K in KDPI funds From Crystal Staley/Brandon Mattingly Frankfort, KY - On May 25, 2023, Gov. Andy Beshear highlighted the continued growth of the Kentucky Product Development Initiative (KPDI), as projects in Barren, Fayette, Green, Hickman, Jackson, Jessamine, LaRue, McCreary, Todd, Wayne and Woodford counties moved through the program's initial round. The Kentucky Economic Development Finance Authority (KEDFA) approved 11 projects today for over $6.8 million in state funding in addition to local support. The Green County Fiscal Court, in partnership with Green Economic Team Inc. of Greensburg, Green County, is seeking to construct a Build-Ready pad along with additional infrastructure improvements at the Greensburg Industrial Park. The nearly $600,000 project was approved today for close to $270,000 in state support. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2023-05-25 16:27:34 | Comments
County Offices schedule for Friday and Monday From Bridget Compton The Adair County Annex building and all offices within will be closed under Executive Order on Friday, May 26, 2023 in observance of Memorial Day. Sheriff Brockman and his deputies will be available through 911 services. The Adair County Annex building and all offices within, the Adair County Recycling Center, The Adair County Road Department, and Green River Animal Shelter will be closed Monday, May 29, 2023 in observance of Memorial Day. Have a safe a blessed holiday! Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2023-05-25 16:23:22 | Comments | See topic Local Government Birthdays and Anniversaries for May 28 Happy Anniversary Arlin and Pat Wheet | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Garry and Rhonda Cox (1982) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Mitchell and Lisa Burton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday Maretta Garner | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Dorothy Bingham (1934) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Ashley Bragg (1997) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Audrey Bowman | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Barry Keith Estes (1969) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Carol Smith | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Edwin (Tommy) Richards (1983) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Eric Dial (1985) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Gail Walker | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Grayson Downs (2004) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Herman Jessee | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jack Bond | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jenna Mae Rodgers (2002) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jordan Pollard (1998) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Ken Wilkerson | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Nathan Alexander Ballou (2006) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Rose Willis | (Updates/Corrections)View all birthdays and anniversaries for this month and next month on our Celebrations Page. Submit your birthday or anniversary using our Contact Form.
Special called P&Z meeting on May 30 From Tiffany Collins The City of Columbia Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a special called meeting at 3pmCT on Tuesday, May 30, 2023 at City Hall, 116 Campbellsville Street, Columbia, KY. The purpose of the meeting is to review site development plans for the Joy Ministries Crisis Resource Center located at 400 Greensburg Street. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2023-05-25 10:37:56 | Comments | See topic Local Government
Local unemployment rates lower month-to-month for Apr 2023 From Mike Clark/Kim Saylor Brannock Frankfort, KY - Unemployment rates fell in 78 counties between April 2022 and April 2023, rose in 25, and stayed the same in 17 counties, according to the Kentucky Center for Statistics (KYSTATS), an agency of the Kentucky Education and Labor Cabinet. Locally, unemployment rates dropped month-to-month in Adair and all surrounding counties. Comparing year-to-year, unemployment rates were unchanged in Adair and Casey Counties, down in Green, Metcalfe, and Taylor, and up slightly in Cumberland and Russell Counties.
Woodford County recorded the lowest jobless rate in the commonwealth at 2.4%. It was followed by Caldwell, Carroll and Oldham counties, 2.5% each; and Anderson, Fayette, Henry, Nelson, Scott, Shelby, Spencer and Washington counties, 2.6% each. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2023-05-25 10:36:40 | Comments
Senior Vouchers for Farmers Markets available June 1 From Donna Jones Senior Vouchers that are used at Farmers Markets will be available beginning at 8:30amCT on Thursday, June 1, 2023, at the Jim Blair Center, 901 Hudson St., Columbia, KY. These are given out on a first come, first served basis. To receive them you must meet an income bracket, be at least 60 years old, and be a resident of Adair County. I expect it to be very busy, so please be patient. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2023-05-25 08:11:45 | Comments
T.J. Health Columbia to host Lunch and Learn May 30 From Stacey Biggs T.J. Health Columbia will be hosting a Lunch and Learn at NoonCT on Tuesday, May 30, 2023. This month's topic will be "The Importance of Wound Care". The guest speakers will be Tabitha Elmore and Sundown Clark with T.J. Regional Health's Wound Care Clinic. This is a free event and a light lunch and drinks will be provided. One CEU will be awarded to nursing professionals who attend. The Lunch and Learn will take place at T.J. Health Columbia located at 901 Westlake Drive in Columbia. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2023-05-24 16:35:35 | Comments | See topic Health Care What's Cooking in Columbia Today Click restaurant names for hours, directions, and prices. Betty's Country Cooking MENU 2339 Campbellsville RD, Columbia, KY - Phone 270-384-5664. Bettys is open on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 5:30amCT to 8pmCT, and on Sunday from 8amCT to 3pmCT. Breakfast served anytime. Credit Cards accepted. Non-smoking. On the hot bar today, Sunday, May 28, 2023: Fiesta Mexico of Columbia 819 Jamestown St., Columbia KY. 270-384-6004. Hrs.: 10:30amCT daily; Sun, 11amCT Authentic Mexican Restaurant Sunday Special: Guadalajara 1 chicken burrito, 1 chicken enchilada topped with lettuce, sour cream, pico de gallo & guacamole. $6.99 Black Stallion Steakhouse 202 Will Walker Rd., Columbia, KY. 270-380-1800. Open seven days a week 11am to 10pmCT. Nonsmoking. Credit cards accepted. Private rooms available. Full Bar Seating, Beer & Wine, 7-days a week Black Stallion is open today from 11amCT to 9pmCT! La Fonda Yummilicious Taqueria 517 S. Hwy 127, Russell Springs, KY. 270-866-7534. Open Sun, Tues, Wed & Thur from 10:30amCT until 8pm. Open Friday & Saturdays from 10:30 until ? with Karaoke. Dine-in or Carryout - Outside Patio
Class of 2023: Departmental Awards Members of the Adair County High School Class of 2023 were recognized on Thursday evening, May 18, 2023, at the Senior Awards Night ceremony. In addition to honoring those seniors who graduated with honors, awards were presented for departmental achievements, military achievements, and highest ACT scores. See also: Click headline for photos of Departmental Award recipients. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2023-05-24 16:10:45 | Comments | See topic Education
Clarification Statement from the Mayor Mayor Pamela Hoots has issued the following statement concerning the recent conversation at the Adair County Fiscal Court meeting: Recent legislation enacted by the State of Kentucky General Assembly puts a one year hold on city annexation excepting under certain circumstances. Exceptions are allowed for economic development. It does not prevent an annexation if the property owner made a request for annexation, the property was continguous to the city boundary, and the city provided notice to the county. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2023-05-24 16:00:26 | Comments | See topic Local Government
Tom McClendon Memorial Hot Air Balloon Lift-Off on July 2 From Julie Dennis Taylor County Tourist Commission The Tom McClendon Memorial Lift-Off will begin at 6amCT/7amET on Sunday, July 2, 2023, at the Walking Track at Robert & Bernice Miller City Park at Miller Park Drive, on the N. Bypass, in Campbellsville, KY. There's nothing like the sight of 15+ hot air balloons in the air. Come see the balloons take off and fill the skies over Campbellsville during the Tom McClendon Memorial Lift-Off sponsored by Murakami. Photograph, video, or just enjoy watching the crew and pilots up close as they unpack, unroll, inflate, and fly! Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2023-05-24 13:03:21 | Comments Last 10 Posted Obituaries:
Remembrances for May 28 In Memory Birthday, Judi Tester, Columbia, KY (1964-2020) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Hase Spears, Cumberland Co., KY (1920-20110) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Charles Grant, Crocus, KY native (1933) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Catherine Josephine Distefano, Green Co., KY (1935-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ella Dean Walker Whitlow, Green Co., KY (1935-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Wilma Norris Fields, Cumberland Co., KY native (1925-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Linda Graham Landis, Green Co., KY (1956-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Albert Pike, 67, Adair County, KY (1947-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Danny Lee Wolford, Clementsville, KY (1942-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Charles Alan (Butch) Gabehart, Taylor Co., KY (1947-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Charlie Howard Allen, 91, Cumberland Co., KY (1924-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Stacy Lynn Dulin Schindler, 45, Adair County, KY (1970-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rena M. Grider, 85, Jamestown, KY (1930-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Juanita Hulett Collette, Taylor Co., KY (1919-2016). | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Clifton N. Reeder, 84, Russell County, KY (1932-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Terry Wayne Ponder, 41, Russell Co, KY (1975-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Stanley Keith Abner, 55, Glasgow, KY (1963-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Barbara England, 74, Louisville, KY (1948-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Clifford Bernard, 82, Jamestown, KY (1938-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Curtis Wayne Slinker, 79, Greensburg, KY (1942-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Glen Colvin, 59, Taylor Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Judith Lynn Lile Childers, 67, Edmonton, KY (1954-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Linda Richards, 73, Liberty, KY (1948-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Paul Goodin (May 28, 1916 - July 30, 1983) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ralph Gerald Coomer, 95, Adair Co., KY native (1927-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rita Fay Bilger, 55, Campbellsville, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ruby Richards Gabehart, 72, Taylor Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sarah Cape Burchett, 91, Columbia, KY (1927-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Shannon West, 40, Columbia, KY native (1981-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William Dennis Simpson, 82, Green County, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Zenba Harris, Russell County, KY (1923-2014) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) |
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