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Daily News for Friday, September 16, 2011
James Williamson MOH recipent from Columbia KY Adair County history has now has two native sons with the nation's highest military award, the Congressional Medal of Honor, SGT Dakota Meyer and BG James A. Williamson Hal Roach writes: James Williamson was a Medal of Honor recipient who was born in Columbia in 1829. When he was fifteen, he and his family moved to Iowa. He received his Medal of Honor for his actions as a Colonel and CO of the 4th Iowa at the Battle of Chickasaw Bluffs. He was wounded during the battle. (He had been wounded once before) His MOH citation reads:"Led his regiment against a superior force, strongly entrenched, and held his ground when all support had been withdrawn" James Alexander Williamson Wikipedia entry. BG James A Williamson: Son of Adair, Medal of Honor recipient Story by Hal Roach on CM 2011-09-16 19:04:27 | Comments | Printable version
Thinks Rowe Farms sunrise prettier than any in West VA Paula Ball writes: I have been in West Virginia for 10 years now and I have never seen anything that beautiful! Kentucky (Adair County) is Awesome! -Paula BallComments re photo 41862 Scenic Adair Co KY Thanks for the morning Sunrise at Rowe Farms photo by Fred Rowe 2011-09-16 18:45:35 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
Linda Lee Poynter, Glasgow, KY (d. Sept. 14, 2011) She was a homemaker and a member of the Christian Fellowship Church at Horse Cave, KY Linda Lee Poynter age 71 of Glasgow died Wednesday, September 14, 2011 at her home. Funeral services will be held 2pmCT, Sunday, September 18, 2011, at Christian Fellowship Church, Horse Cave, KY, with burial in the Buck Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be after 12pmCT, Saturday at the church. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2011-09-16 18:31:30 | Comments | Printable version
Remembers Dakota hanging out at her house Tammy Morrison writes: On the right of Dakota, in North Carolina shirt is my son, Dustin Morrison - beside him is Dustin's cousin Blake Hatcher!Comments re photo 41868 JAIS Yearbook class photo with Dakota Meyer 2011-09-16 18:11:49 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Veterans and Veterans Day
Have you lost a pup? One found at Oxford Place Heather Spoon writes: Yesterday, September 15, 2011, a little black dog showed up on Oxford Place drive out here near the Pines Country Club. This pup followed me home, and she spent the night in my garage. This pup doesn't have a collar, but is very friendly. If you have lost her, please call me at home and give me a matching description. 270-384-0575. -Heather Spoon 2011-09-16 17:59:15 | Comments | Printable version
Proud to have Dakota Meyer as a neighbor Gary and Peggy Curry write: We are so very proud to have you as a neighbor. We never knew that the little boy from Cedar Grove would become such an honorable and brave man. For all the trials you have gone through, we are sorry; but men like you are what the United States is built on. God Bless. - Gary and Peggy Curry 2011-09-16 17:32:36 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Veterans and Veterans Day
CU to host discussion on current climate change issues By Natasha West News from Campbellsville University CAMPBELLSVILLE, KY - Campbellsville University's Kentucky Heartland Institute on Public Policy (KHIPP) will host Dr. Jim Ball as a speaker for "A Discussion on Current Climate Change Issues," Thursday, September 29, 2011, at 5pmET/4pmCT, in the Banquet Hall of the Badgett Academic Support Center. 110 University Drive, Campbellsville, KY. The event is free and open to the public. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2011-09-16 17:27:39 | Comments | Printable version
Kaylee Nicole Young, Summer Shade, KY (2002-2011) Click on headline for full obituary plus photo(s) Kaylee Nicole Young, 9, of Summer Shade, KY, passed away Thursday, September 15, 2011, at Rockcastle Regional Hospital in Mount Vernon, KY. Funeral services on Sunday, September 18, 2011, at 2pmCT, at Ballou and Stotts Funeral Home, 304 North Main Street, Burkesville, KY, with Bro. Roger McKinney officiating. Burial in the Bow Schoolhouse Cemetery. Visitation will be from 11am-2pmCT, on Sunday, September 18, 2011, at Ballou & Stotts Funeral Home, Inc. in Burkesville. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2011-09-16 16:35:40 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
William Fred Neeley, formerly of Cumberland Co., KY (1921-2011) He was a native of Cumberland Co. He was a graduate of the University of Louisville and had a career with Atlantic Richfield, later British Petroleum. He was a U.S. Army Veteran of World War II. William Fred Neeley, age 89 of Louisville, Kentucky formerly of Cumberland Co., Kentucky passed away on Wednesday, September 14, 2011 at his home. Funeral Services will be conducted on Saturday, September 17, 2011 at 1pmCT, at Ballou & Stotts Funeral Home, 304 N. Main St. Burkesville, Kentucky with Bro. Randall McPherson officiating. Burial in the Hardy Cemetery. Visitation will be on Saturday, September 17, 2011 from 11amCT, until the time for services at Ballou & Stotts Funeral Home. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2011-09-16 16:15:02 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
(Ad) White City Taco newest sensation at Ol Joe's B & B Que General Manager Susan Lynn Barbee Harvey announces her father's latest culinary sensation, being served this Friday and Saturday at Ol' Joe's B&B Que, 824 Campbellsville Road, Columbia, KY. Ol' Joe's White City Taco It's got a mound of Ol' Joe's Pulled Pork Barbecue on a Large Homade Hoecake, with coleslaw - either vinegar or creamy - with Ol' Joe's Barbecue Sauce, Green Onions, and Jalapenos. As a special added touch, the Homade Hoecakes were baked by Linda Harvey Johnson, the best baker in these parts according to Susan Lynn Barbee Harvey.Ol' Joe's is open Today, Friday, September 16, and Saturday, September 17, 2011. The phone number for carry outs is 270-384-2360. 2011-09-16 11:45:10 | Comments | Printable version
Gov. Beshear called and spoke with Dakota Meyer David Allen of Governor Steve Beshear's Office notified Vicky Pike, Adair County Democratic Women's Chairman, that the Governor has called and spoken personally with Dakota Meyer. 2011-09-16 11:14:24 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Veterans and Veterans Day
John Adair remembers most famous alum: Dakota Meyer Principal Jane Branham instills pride and pulls out the old yearbooks... Click on headline for full story plus photo(s) By Alan Reed News from the Adair County School District ADAIR COUNTY, KY SCHOOLS (2011-09-17) -Sounds of applause reverberated throughout the hallways at John Adair Intermediate School as the Medal of Honor was placed around the neck of former John Adair student Dakota Meyer. Principal Jane Branham proudly shared old yearbook photos of Dakota from his fifth, sixth, and seventh grade schools years at John Adair. According to Branham, Dakota was "just a great kid" who left a string of positive lasting impressions on his teachers and fellow students during his three years as at John Adair student. "When Dakota was here in 1999 through 2001, John Adair was a middle school", said Branham. Dakota's fifth-grade reading teacher, Angie Smith, recalled the time when Dakota's father, Mike Meyer, brought a cow to school for a 4-H demonstration. "Dakota showed the other 4-H students how to properly groom a cow to get ready for show," said Smith. "I don't ever remember any other student ever bringing a cow to school" -Alan W. Reed 2011-09-16 10:36:28 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Veterans and Veterans Day
Maury Lewis: Little garden photos on to Birds and Bloom And thanks to Judy Morrison for encouragement, for suggesting it's worthy of Better Homes and Gardens I want to thank Judy Morrison for her comments on my little garden. I want her to know that I did send the pictures to Birds and Bloom magazine and they contacted me back that they may be using my pictures and article in a future publication. She encouraged me to send it to a magazine because I had not even thought about it until she said it needed to be in Better Homes and Gardens.Thanks Mrs Morrison - Maury lewisComments re article 46899 Words cant describe pleasure in Maury Lewis magical little garden 2011-09-16 10:28:37 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
Dakota Meyer Honored by John Adair Students Principal Jane Branham instills pride and pulls out the old yearbooks...and remembers the day his father, Mike Meyer, brought a cow to school for the 4-H Demonstration Click on headline for full story plus photo(s) By Alan Reed News from the Adair County School District ADAIR COUNTY, KY SCHOOLS (2011-09-17) -Sounds of applause reverberated throughout the hallways at John Adair Intermediate School as the Medal of Honor was placed around the neck of former John Adair student Dakota Meyer. Principal Jane Branham proudly shared old yearbook photos of Dakota from his fifth, sixth, and seventh grade schools years at John Adair. According to Branham, Dakota was "just a great kid" who left a string of positive lasting impressions on his teachers and fellow students during his three years as at John Adair student. "When Dakota was here in 1999 through 2001, John Adair was a middle school", said Branham. Dakota's fifth-grade reading teacher, Angie Smith, recalled the time when Dakota's father, Mike Meyer, brought a cow to school for a 4-H demonstration. "Dakota showed the other 4-H students how to properly groom a cow to get ready for show," said Smith. "I don't ever remember any other student ever bringing a cow to school" -Alan W. Reed 2011-09-16 10:24:46 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Veterans and Veterans Day
Proud Day for America - and for Adair Co., KY 'No one with a heart could have watched the televised ceremony with a dry eye. We teared up for one reason--admiration for and pride in Sgt. Meyer, Adair County, Kentucky and the United States of America.' -MIKE WATSON By Mike Watson Author of Adair County, KY Histories Unknown to most Americans, but certainly not to Adair Countians, there is yet another reason to be proud. With the ceremonial presentation of the Medal of Honor to Dakota Meyer at the White House on Thursday, Americans were able to see first hand evidence of the monumental efforts men and women have made; efforts to maintaining our nation's status as an enduring monument to the spirit of freedom, valor and personal strength when confronted with overwhelming obstacles. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2011-09-16 10:02:15 | Comments | Printable version
LWC Women's Soccer 2-1 Win over William Carey By Chris Wells, LWC Sports Information Director CLEVELAND, TN - A dominant second half propelled the Lindsey Wilson College women's soccer team to a 2-1 win over William Carey (Miss.) University on Thursday at the Lady Flame Classic hosted by Lee (Tenn.) University. The No. 3-ranked Blue Raiders outshot the Crusaders 15-1 in the second frame to overcome a 1-0 halftime deficit en route to their fourth straight win this season. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2011-09-16 09:57:29 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Lindsey Wilson College
LWC Volleyball Wins at Georgetown 3-1, Ends 11-Match Series Skid GEORGETOWN, KY- For the first time since the 2006 season, the Lindsey Wilson College volleyball team left Georgetown (Ky.) College with a win. Using 14 kills each from freshmen Kirsten King and Taylor Hayne, the Blue Raiders put away the Tigers 3-1 (25-20, 15-25, 25-22, 25-23) on Thursday at David-Reid Alumni Gym, ending an 11-match losing streak to Georgetown (7-7, 2-1 MSC West). Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2011-09-16 09:51:58 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Lindsey Wilson College
Moped rider injured after fishing line dismounts him Mishap occurs on Peterson ST, Campbellsville, KY From Campbellsville, KY Police Department CAMPBELLSVILLE, KY (2011-09-14 at 1753 hrs) - Lowell Edwards, 49 years old, of Campbellsville, KY was operating a moped on Peterson Street when he noticed Oliver Schmitz casting a fishing line across the roadway, and slammed on the brakes. The fishing line had wrapped around a tree limb and caught Edwards under his neck, causing him to fall off of the moped and skid down the street. Campbellsville/ Taylor County EMS responded and treated Edwards for his injuries, and transported him to Taylor Regional Hospital. Edwards was cited for No Operators/Moped License, and Failure of Owner to Maintain Required Insurance 1st offense. Agencies Involved: Campbellsville Police, Campbellsville/Taylor County EMS. Investigating: Officer Rodgers of the Campbellsville Police Department. 2011-09-16 09:41:05 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Dakota Meyer: People like him keep us free Linda Grigsby writes: Just want to say how proud I am of Dakota. I don't know him personally but all Americans should be proud.Thanks, Linda Grigsby, for sharing the emotions of yesterday. CM extends an invitation to anyone, anywhere, to send letters about their experience while watching the Medal of Honor Ceremony on September 15, 2011. Send using anyContact/Submit button on this site. 2011-09-16 09:32:29 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Veterans and Veterans Day
Dakota Meyer: Mayor Harris expresses pride 'It's a great feeling knowing such a good person as Dakota is being honored.' -MAYOR MARK D. HARRIS By Mark Harris I can't even begin to put into words how proud we are of Dakota. Watching the MOH Ceremony yesterday and hearing the President tell Dakota's story and seeing all the Military officials there just leaves me speechless. I am filled with pride for Dakota. It's a great feeling knowing such a good person as Dakota is being honored. We can hardly wait to celebrate and Honor him on October 2nd here in Columbia. Thank You, Dakota Meyer, and may God always bless you!Mayor Mark HarrisCity of Columbia, KY 2011-09-16 08:31:19 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Veterans and Veterans Day
Dakota Meyer: A true American Hero 'Dakota, you inspire us and as a proud father of two young boys, I can only hope that they grow up to be men of honor and humility like you.' - JOHN BAM CARNEY ByJohn Bam Carney Rep. KY House District 51, Adair and Taylor Counties, KY In a day and time when most of our society are celebrating TV stars, athletes and musicians to an unhealthly degree, the story of Dakota Meyer is so important. He is truly an American Hero. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2011-09-16 08:14:31 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Veterans and Veterans Day
Adair Farmers Market: Shopping List, Fri., Sept. 16, 2011 Open 6am-10amCT, Today, Friday, Sept. 16, 2011. This is the Exclusively CM Farmers Market Shopping List (just click Print on your browser), mark the items you want, and head on out. Or, just head on out. It's a great day at the farmers market. By Caitlin Bunnell, CM Tuesday Farmers Market Direct from the Adair Farmers Market, 409 Fairground ST, Columbia, KY It's a wonderful crisp fall-like morning, and the tables today have wonderful fall crops. Squash, pumpkins, cushaws, gourds - they're all in. Here's what's at the Farmer's Market today at 7:12amCT:
The Adair Farmers Market is open at these times: 6am-10amCT, Tuesdays and Fridays. And Open Saturdays, 8am-12pm noon CT. during growing season, at the Adair County Extension Office Parking Lot, 409 Fairground ST, Columbia, KY. - Nick Roy, Adair County Extension Agent for Agriculture 2011-09-16 07:29:58 | Comments | Printable version
Over 8,000 expected in Greensburg, KY for Dakota Meyer Medal of Honor Winner, a Green Co. HS Graduate, will be Grand Marshal of Cow Days Parade From Larry Smith, to CM The largest crowd in the history of Greensburg, KY is expected to be on hand for the Cow Days Parade, reception, and photo opportunity with Dakota Meyer, on Saturday, September 17, 2011. Governor Steve Beshear, Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, and Congressman Brett Guthrie, are among the dignitaries who have already accepted invitations for the occasion. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2011-09-16 06:19:18 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Veterans and Veterans Day
Dakota Meyer: Ceremony watched with chills of pride 'There have been many occasions in my life that I've been proud to say I'm from Adair County, but none greater than today.' -SHEILA BLAIR By Sheila Blair COLUMBIA, ADAIR CO., KY (2011-09-15) - I would like to congratulate Dakota Meyer on receiving the Medal of Honor today. I know Dakota feels he doesn't deserve the recognition he has received. However, I'm sure the families of the fallen soldiers he returned home feel he deserves much more. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2011-09-16 05:49:02 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Veterans and Veterans Day
Enjoys Toby Young photo of Dakota, President Obama Judy Corbin writes: Great photo! - Judy CorbinComments re photo 41859 President Obama congratulates SGT Dakota Meyer Photo by Toby Young 2011-09-16 03:58:49 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Veterans and Veterans Day Birthdays and Anniversaries for September 16 Happy Anniversary, Paul and Janet Novielli (1960) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Brian Doss (1969) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Davis Pickett | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Donald R. Burton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Dylan Chandler Wisdom | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Eddie Bardin | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Heather Grigsby (1974) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, J.D. Jenkins | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jane Smith | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jerri Jeffries | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Kim Goodin | (Updates/Corrections) Happy birthday, Mary Perkins | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Robyn Curry | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tim Bradshaw | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tommy Joe Young | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Donald Ray Burton, Adair County, KY | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ret. Master Sgt. Jason Cisco, Campbellsville, KY (1973-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Frances Allene Kelsay Robertson, Adair Co., KY, native (1937) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Margie Burton, Taylor Co., KY (1936) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bentley Scott Rood, infant, Taylor Co, KY (2010) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Gladys Susan Berry Pruitt, Green Co., KY (1918) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dorothy Murray, , Adair Co., KY (1922) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Laura Ella Sharpe, Adair County, KY (1917) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Peggy E. Bishop, Green Co., KY (1936) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ruby Hoosier, Taylor Co., KY, (1938) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Timothy Wayne Howard, Breeding, KY (1946) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Regina Davidson Burton, Adair County, KY (1932) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Pauline Morgan, Casey County, KY (1931-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rev. Jim Wesley, Columbia, KY (1941-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Wanda Gifford, Casey County, KY (1940-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dorothy Jean Scott, 76, Burkesville, KY (1937-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kenneth Merle Cox, Taylor County, KY (1936 - 2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Moss Marcum, Adair County, KY, Green County, KY native (1916-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Delmer W. Lee, Creelsboro, Russell Co., KY native (1919-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ruby Bjalobok, 95, Adair County, KY (1919-2015)> | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Arlo Johnson, 75, Russell Co., KY (1939-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Louise Coffman, Casey County, KY (1928-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Harold Phillip Harper, Monroe Co., KY (1940-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Opal Wright, 76, Campbellsville, KY (1938-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Arthur (Art) Bean, Glensfork, KY (1937-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Billy Lucian Squires, 73, Green Co., KY (1942-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Brian Kelly Doss, 46, Columbia, KY (1969-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Richard Perkins, Taylor Co., Adair native (1942-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jessica Harpin, 33, Casey County, KY (1982-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Diann Long, Casey Co., KY (1947-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Johnny Dale Parke, 47, Metcalfe Co., KY (1969-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bernice Burton Cowan, Adair County, KY (1928-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Martha Greer, 60, Clementsville, KY (1957-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Christine Rice, 85, Columbia, KY (1936-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Denver Durham, 78, Casey Co., KY (1944-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jackie Quinn, 67, Columbia, KY (1956-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, JoAnn Scott Hildebrand, 75, Green County, KY native Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Louvina Judd Geralds, 89, Adair Co., formerly of Green Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lydia N. Turner, 83, Columbia, KY (1938-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Oliver (Cat) Stone, 85, Adair Co., KY native (1937-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Pamela J. Austin, 70, Russell Springs, KY (1952-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William Calvin Roller, 75, Marrowbone, KY (1946-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William Thomas (Bill) Sullivan, 76, Campbellsville, KY (1944-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Friday, September 16, 2011 All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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