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Shayla Cravens will compete at National Jr. Beta Convention Rising star Shayla Cravens is an 8th Grade student at Adair County Middle School. She is the daughter of Jackie & Nancy Cravens. She has qualified to complete at the National Jr. Beta Convention in New Orleans, the second ACMS students in two years to do so. Shayla's subject area is photography Click on headline for complete story By Alma Rich As most students are planning how to spend their summer vacation by filling it with days in the sun and time spent with friends, Shayla Cravens is adding one additional thing to her summer! In February, members of the Adair County Middle School Junior Beta Club traveled to Louisville, Kentucky, to the state Junior Beta Convention to compete in several different events. Junior Beta members from all over the state were there doing the same--competing in hopes of earning a chance to advance to National competition. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2016-05-10 19:31:10 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
Preston Lee York, 85, Cumberland Co., KY (1930-2016) ![]() Click on headline for complete obituary Preston Lee York age 85 of Burkesville, Kentucky passed away on Tuesday, May 10, 2016 at Taylor Regional Hospital in Campbellsville, KY. Funeral service will be Thursday, May 12, 2016 at 11amCT, at Ballou & Stotts Funeral Home, 304 N. Main Street, Burkesville, KY with burial in the McClister Cemetery, 4138 Fairplay Road, Fairplay, Adair County, KY. The family requests visitation on Wednesday, May 11, 2016 from 4pm until 9pmCT, at Ballou & Stotts Funeral Home. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2016-05-10 17:06:52 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Betty Rowe Vaughn, 99, Taylor County, KY (1916-2016) She had lived in Toledo for many years and retired from the Ohio Match Company. She was the daughter of the late John R. & Fannie Tucker Mings and the widow of Tommy M. Vaughn. She leaves two direct living descendants. Her final resting place will be in Campbellsville, Taylor County, KY Click on headline for complete obituary Betty Rowe Vaughn, age 99, a native of Taylor County, KY, died Friday, May 6, 2016 in Toledo, Ohio. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2016-05-10 16:48:55 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Mrs. Mable L. Forrest, 89, Indianapolis, IN (d May 5, 2016) She retired from Glasgow State Hospital. Mrs. Forrest was a member of Purpose of Life Ministries in Indianapolis and Old Blue Springs Baptist Church, Knob Lick, KY. Click on headline for complete obituary Mrs. Mable L. Forrest, 89, of Indianapolis, IN, passed away on May 5, 2016. Her first visitation is Monday, May 9, 2016, 2pm-6pmCT, 3pm-7pmET at Purpose of Life Ministries, 3705 W Kessler Blvd N Drive,Indianapolis, IN. The 2nd visitation is Tuesday, May 10, 2016, 4pm-7pmCT, and the service is Wednesday, May 11, 2016 at 11amCT in Old Blue Springs Baptist Church, 887 W Black Dot Road, Knob Lick, KY. The burial is in Yates & Woods Cemetery. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2016-05-10 16:20:04 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Gloria Dean Grider, 82, Cumberland Co., KY (1934-2016) ![]() Click on headline for complete obituary. Gloria Dean Grider, age 82 of Edmonton, KY, a resident of Metcalfe Health Care Center, passed away on Sunday, May 08, 2016 at Cumberland County Hospital in Burkesville, KY. Funeral service will be Wednesday, May 11, 2016 at 11amCT, at Ballou & Stotts Funeral Home, 304 N. Main Street, Burkesville, KY with Bro. Ronnie Pitcock officiating. Burial will be in Mud Camp Cemetery. Family requests visitation on Tuesday, May 10, 2016 from 4pm until 9pmCT at Ballou & Stotts Funeral Home. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2016-05-10 15:58:06 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Adair Fiscal Court Special Called meeting Thu 19 May 2016 There will be a Special Called Meeting of the Adair Fiscal Court on Thursday, May 19, 2016, at 9amCT, in the basement of the Adair Annex, 424 Public Square, Columbia, KY, with the following agenda: Pledge Of Allegiance - Opening Prayer Call To Order Roll Call: (District) _____ Harold Burton (1); _____ Daryl Flatt (2); _____ Sammy Baker (3); _____Perry Reeder (4); _____ Billy Dean Coffey (5); _____ Greg Caldwell(6); _____Terry Hadley (7).
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Special called meeting Ag Development Council 12 May 2016 There will be a special called meeting of the Adair County Ag Development Council on Thursday May 12, 2016, at 7pmCT, at the Adair County Cooperative Extension Service, 409 Fairground Street, Columbia, KY. The following agenda will be covered:
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Adair Co, GOP meets Tue 24 May 2016 The Adair County Republican Party will meet next on Tuesday, May 24, 2016 at 6pmCT, at Columbia City Hall, 116 Campbellsville Street, Columbia, KY. All meetings are open to the public. We encourage everyone to attend and get involved with our local party. - Shannon Rowe - Adair County Republican Party Chairman 2016-05-10 13:25:34 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Politics
Adair County Ambulance Board Meeting Report 9 May 2016 Adair Ambulance Board replacing Ambulance with new 4wd Cab Chassis from Don Franklin Group, refurbishing box, for major savings for same as new ambulance. $1.28 million budget gets 1st reading. Humana Health Policy renewed with Reed Bros. Insurance. Service will likely hire paramedic replacement for retiring Donald Hare from within ranks Click on headline for complete story. By Ed Waggener The Adair County Ambulance board met last night, Monday, May 9, 2016, and approved several major items, including the purchase of a new ambulance chasis, approval of the first reading of the 2017-18 Budget, and the renewal of the organization's health insurance policy. Tony Bragg, EMS Director, said, in an interview this morning, that the service will save almost $50,000 by purchasing the new ambulance cab chassis separately and have the unit's "box" renovated. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2016-05-10 10:48:12 | Comments | Printable version
CAUD regular meeting agenda 12 May 2016 There will a regular meeting of the Columbia/Adair Utilities District Board of Commissioners, Thursday, May 12, 2016, at the conference from of the CAUD office at 109 Grant Lane, Columbia, KY, with the following agenda:
COLUMBIA/ADAIR COUNTY UTILITIES BOARD (CAUD), Lenny Stone, General Manager; regularly meets at 6pmCT/7pmET, every second Thursday in the board room of the district at 109 Grant Lane, Columbia, KY. The Board includes Barry Stotts (term expires June 2016), Mike Newton (term expires March 1919), Wid Harris, and David Jones (term expires January 2014). The meetings are open to the public. - Jennifer Carter, Office manager Phone: 270-384-2181. 2016-05-10 09:48:19 | Comments | Printable version
Word of Life Family Church special meeting 13-14-15 May 2016 Dr. Michael Jacobs will be the speaker Fri-Sat-Sun, 13-14-15 May 2016, at the Word of Life Family Church, 905 Greensburg Street, Columbia, KY. Services are at 7pmCT Friday and Saturday nights, with Sunday services at 10:30amCT and 6pmCT, Sunday Evening. Pastor Randy Parnell and the congregation invite all to attend. Dr. Jacobs is pastor of Church on the Rock in New Albany, IN. - Brandon Thompson 2016-05-10 09:23:15 | Comments | Printable version
ACPC Site Council election is Fri 13 May 2016 The election of parent members for the 2016-17 Adair County Primary Center School-Based Decision-Making (SBDM) Council will be Friday, May 13, 2016 from 7am-3pmCT, at the ACPC, 158 Col. Casey Drive, Columbia, KY. Candidates are: The candidates for the election are:
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Columbia/Adair Parks & Recreation board report: 9 May 2016
By Ed Waggener The Adair County Parks and Recreation Board met, with Board Chair Lisa Handy presiding, on Monday, May 9, 2016, at the Adair 911 Building concerning matters at the Jim Blair Community Recreation Center with major progress taking place, even though the board is now meeting with three vacant seats. Three actions were taken regarding the Blair center: Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2016-05-10 08:57:33 | Comments | Printable version
Arts Night With Title I at ACMS: Art for Mother's Day gifts Click on headline for story with photo(s) By Debra Waddell On Friday, May 6th, 2016, Adair County Middle School hosted Art's Night with Title I. Courtney McKinney was our Artist-in-Residence for the evening as she taught everyone how to paint beautiful wooden crosses and mason jars. Many of the end results became Mother's Day gifts on Sunday. 2016-05-10 07:50:29 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Arts Scene
Adair County High School shines on Work Keys Exam National Career Readiness Certification is crucial to becoming a Work Ready Community. Click on headline for complete, detailed story including list of 22 outstanding students who have earned the Gold Certificate By Shamarie Harper Adair County High School is proud to announce continued growth and success on the recent Work Keys assessment. The Class of 2016 posted a 54% increase in the number of students meeting and exceeding the benchmark score in comparison to the previous year. A total of 154 students in the Class of 2016 met or exceeded the benchmark score. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2016-05-10 06:03:34 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
(Ad/PB) BBQ Spring Fling Fundraiser is Fri 13 May 2016 Proceeds go to Rocket Boosters PTA group, whose goal this year is to buy more, very much needed, playground equipment for the Adair County Primary Center. By Rebecca Wiseley The Adair County Primary Center's PTA organization, the Rocket Boosters will be hosting an all-day Spring Fling event and BBQ plate lunch fundraiser, at the ACPC 158 Col. Casey Drive, Columbia, KY, Friday, May 13, 2016, beginning at 11amCT until 2pmCT. BBQ plate lunches will be available for sale for either delivery to local businesses or can be picked up by anyone looking for a delicious meal that supports a great cause. Each BBQ plate lunch costs $7 with free delivery to local businesses. All money will be picked up at the time of delivery. Donations are welcomed and appreciated. The meal includes a BBQ sandwich, chips, homemade dessert, and your choice of drink. Orders can already be placed by emailing our organization at acpcrocketboosters@gmail.com. Or orders may be placed by calling 270-634-3704. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2016-05-10 05:44:09 | Comments | Printable version
Ann Fuerste: Mitzi's walking plan at Haven Hill inspiring Ann Fuerste writes: What a lovely and inspiring article. Thank you.Comments re article 83032 What are you up to Mitzi Bault answers in miles and turns 2016-05-10 04:27:12 | Comments | Printable version
CES students take field trip to Dinosaur World Click on headline for item with photo(s) By Calen McKinney Campbellsville Elementary School kindergarteners recently took a field trip to Dinosaur World, 711 Mammoth Cave Road, Cave City, KY. Dinosaur World has more than 20 acres of land to explore. Students had fun at the fossil dig, gem excavation, prehistoric museum and many interactive exhibits. Students also played on a playground, explored the Touch and Tell wall and went on the Dinosaur Walk. - Calen McKinney is Public Information Officer, Campbellsville Independent Schools (CIS) 2016-05-10 04:20:31 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
T.J. Health Columbia Behavioral Unit ribbon cutting today T.J, Health/Columbia, invites the public to a ribbon cutting celebrating the opening of the T.J. Health Columbia, at the hospital, 901 Westlake Drive, Columbia, KY, at 9amCT, today, Tuesday, May 10, 2016. Later in the day, at the Columbia-Adair County Chamber of Commerce's regular monthly meeting at 11:45amCT, Bud Wethington, CEO, T.J. Health Columibia, will be the featured speaker at the chamber's regular monthly meeting at Anderson's Pizzeria, 1411Campbellsville Road, Columbia, KY. 2016-05-10 03:58:59 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Healthy Lifestlyes by Kelli Bonifer
Peggy Fudge: What is insecticide state is using Peggy Fudge writes: I am curious. What is the insecticide they are using and why did they not tell us what it is? - Peggy FudgeComments re article 83042 War on Zika KDA offers mosquito spraying service 2016-05-10 03:41:48 | Comments | Printable version
CMS students visit Rauch Planetarium at University of Louisville By Calen McKinney, Public Information Officer Campbellsville Independent Schools (CIS) Campbellsville Middle School eighth-graders recently took a field trip to the Rauch Planetarium and Gheens Science Hall at the University of Louisville. Students saw a presentation about gravity, galaxies and black holes, all of which they have been studying in their science classes. 2016-05-10 02:44:54 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
ACES 16 May 2016 Site Council meeting is being re-scheduled Due to the SBDM election on May 17, 2016, Adair County Elementary School (ACES), 870 Indian Drive, Columbia, KY, will be rescheduling their SBDM meeting for Monday, May 16, 2016 at 4pmCT. Watch for new date to be announced. Thanks. Steve Allen Burton, Principal 2016-05-10 02:32:12 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
Eleveta Sparks: Walking Columbia City Cemetery mileage What are you up to? - Eleveta Sparks can answer mileage for walks in Columbia City Cemetery. Eleveta Sparks writes: Concerning the walk around the City Cemetery. The top circle needs three trips around to make a mile. The lower part takes five trips around to make a mile. Have walked this many times. Great place ! - Eleveta SparksComments re article 83041 Jelaine Harlow Loved Mitzis article on walking at Haven Hill 2016-05-10 02:24:50 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Healthy Lifestlyes by Kelli Bonifer
What insecticide will be use to spray for mosquitioes Joyce Coomer writes: What insecticide will be used? - Joyce M.CoomerQuestion about: War on Zika: KDA offers mosquito spraying service 2016-05-10 02:18:46 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
State Medical Examiner rules death an accidental drowning Russell County Coroner Michael K. Reynolds had pronounced Wendy L. Augustine, 52, dead at the scene on Sun 9 May 2016. Preliminary ruling of accidental drowning on Mon 10 May 2016. Investigation of death continuing. Next previous article: Ohio woman missing from Lake Cumberland Link: Woman accidentally drowned at Lake Cumberland, coroner says on WLWT/Channel 5, tells the impact of the loss of this remarkable woman on her hometown. Video, in depth story From the office of Russell County Coroner Michael K. Reynolds RUSSELL SPRINGS, KY, (Mon 9 May 2016) - Russell County Coroner's Office and Kentucky Department of Fish & Wildlife Resources are conducting an investigation into the death of a 52 year old female, Wendy L. Augustine, who was a resident of West Chester, OH. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2016-05-10 01:51:41 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
LWC women's tennis remains at No. 3 in NAIA Coaches' Top 25 By David Gerhart News from Lindsey Wilson College COLUMBIA, KY - For the eighth-straight poll, the Lindsey Wilson women's tennis team is ranked third in the NAIA Coaches' Top 25 Poll, the national office announced on Monday. The Blue Raiders grabbed 350 voting points this week as they are 18-4 heading into the national tournament. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2016-05-10 01:37:14 | Comments | Printable version
Today, TUESDAY with CM - 10 May 2016 Haiku by Robert Stone for May 10, 2016: Those called to glory,--Robert Stone, Tuesday, 10 May 2016. -1000 haiku countdown finished, now for some more days, Day 1701 2016-05-10 01:29:35 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today Birthdays and Anniversaries for May 10 Happy Anniversary, Fred & Myrtle Dickson (1947) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Paula and Jeffrey Pyles (1997) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Alexis Jade Gaskins (2008) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Becky Janes | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Brody Wayne Tucker (2009) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Candace "Nix" Prado | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Cody Landon Yates (1996) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Craig Sandusky | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Derrick Redmon (1990) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Geneva Curry | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Gracin Adamson | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Harold Bruce "Hal" Willis (1998) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jelissia Nevaeh Jones-Brown (2009) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jennifer Wright Carter | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Julie Rochelle Burton (1979) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Laura Brummett (1979) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Laurie Gerber | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Linda Marie Roberts | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Melissa Dial Gullion (1973) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Nancy McKinney | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Rebecca Janes | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Scottie Weston | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, John T. (Jack) Shively , Taylor Co., KY (1938-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Elizabeth (Liz) Camp, Jamestown, KY (1951-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Phyllis Bryson, 52, Adair Co., KY (1957) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary H. Cox, Taylor Co., KY (1942) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lula Ester Meeks Casey Co., KY (1934) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Stephen Matthew Hopper, Russell Co., KY (1981) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, David S. Burris, Gradyville, Adair Co., KY (1960) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Faye Smith Hopper, Russell Co., KY (1923) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Daisy B. Holton, Hustonville, KY (1925) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kyle Mosby, Cumberland Co., KY (1951) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Elizabeth Walker, infant (2012-2012) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, David Hovious, Adair County, KY (1957) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Darlene Oakes Clayton Ashford, Russell Co., KY (1926-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mickey Ardary, Adair County, KY (1954-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Patricia Wethington Woodard, Casey Co., KY (1966-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William Aldus (W.A.) Brockman, 89, Casey Creek, KY (1925-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, John H. Gadberry, 86, Casey Co., KY (1929-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Josephine Brown Romines, Metcalfe County, KY(1942-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Vina Jewell Radford Davis, 83, Burkesville, KY (1933-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Diane George, 65, Russell County, KY (1951-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Nell Young Mayes, 85, Metcalfe County, KY (1931-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Mary Hazel Davenport Cross, Green Co., KY (1931-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Nancy Baldock Overton, 79, Taylor Co., KY (1937-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Herlon Bradshaw, 77, Jamestown, KY (1940-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jimmy (Beaver) Burress, 64, Taylor Co., KY (1953-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Barbara Pauline (Rhinehart) Capps, Metcalfe Co., KY (1950-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Clayton Nickoles Folden, 67, Adair County, KY/Barren Co. native (1951-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Brittany Crockett, 27, Columbia, KY (1994-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Cynthia Jane Rowe, Adair County, KY (1937-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, David Mark Perry, 59, Green Co., KY (1962-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Donna E. Buis, 70, Liberty, KY (1952-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Geneva Campbell Nimphie (1941-2007) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jennifer Kaye Benningfield, 35, Campbellsville, KY (1987-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kenneth Lloyd Thrasher, 88, Burkesville, KY native (1933-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Larna Griffen, Rusell County, KY (1942-2016) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lula Tucker Bryant (1893-1976) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lydia Suarez, 73, New Port Richey, FL/formerly of Columbia, KY (1945-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mike 'The Door Man' Clark, Taylor County, KY (1955-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Norma Jean (Sissy) Franklin, 85, Campbellsville, KY (1935-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Peggy Ann Coomer, 72, Adair Co., KY native (1950-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Priscilla Alexander, Cumberland County native (1942-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Raymond (Bill) Coffman, Liberty, KY (1950-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William (Bill) Morrison, 83, Campbellsville, KY (1937-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William Calvin Hobbs, Jr., 71, Columbia, KY (1950-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Tuesday, May 10, 2016 All events are listed in Central Time. 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