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Wednesday, June 15, 2016
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Ron Hale, 73, Columbia, Adair Co., KY (1942-2016)

Mr. Hale was a businessman in Adair County, KY. He was a native of Adair County, KY, and was a resident of the county at the time of his death in Campbellsville, KY. He was the son of the late Everett & Edna Hughes Hale and the widower of Karen Coble Hale. He leaves 12 direct living descendants.
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Ron Hale age 73 years of Columbia, KY passed away Wednesday June 15, 2016 at 2:45pmCT, at Taylor Regional Hospital in Campbellsville, KY.

Funeral services will be Saturday, June 18, 2016 at 10amCT, at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home, 210 Greensburg Street, Columbia, KY. Clergy officiating will be Ricardo Hughes. Interment will be in Haven Hill Cemetery, 210 Greensburg Street, Columbia, KY. Visitation will be after 4:30pmCT, Friday, June 17, 2016, at the funeral home.

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2016-06-15 20:43:53 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

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Beautiful, playful dog found on Gentry Mills Road - at GRAS



2016-06-15 - Green River Animal Shelter, 455 Appleby Drive, Columbia, KY - Photo by Kim Sallee, Director, Green River Animal Shelter.
I was FOUND on the Gentry Mill Road, near the Adair Russell County line. I need to find my owner, I am very friendly and playful. If anyone knows me or my owner PLEASE TELL THEM I AM AT THE SHELTER. Contact us at 270-385-9655. Green River Animal, 455 Appleby Drive, Columbia, KY, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays 10am-5pmCT and Saturdays 10am-2pmCT. Phone at 270-385-9655. Thanks. - Kim Tucker. Director
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Adair Fiscal Court REPORT, 14 Jun 2016 Regular session

  • Air Conditioners at Annex, Animal Shelter will be installed
  • Court supports application for grant for Learning Center
  • Court votes to remove large maples from Courthouse Lawn
  • 2016-2017 Budget Approved
  • Speed Limit on Rocky Hill Road reduced to 30mph
  • Hirings, board appointments approved
  • Many other actions taken

By Ed Waggener

Adair County Fiscal Court in a long session last night of nearly two hours, covered a broad range of issues. Two notable and highly visible ones include approval to follow the recommendation of Retired District Forester Billy Joe Fudge to remove the two large maples from the Historic Adair County Courthouse lawn and a vote to enter into a community block grant application, with the City of Columbia as the lead applicant, for $500,00 toward the new Adair County Learning Center and Central Office on the Adair County School District Campus.

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2016-06-15 13:13:47 | Comments | Printable version

Gerald T. Scott found stabbed to death in Green County

Detective Logan Richardson is investigating. Click on headline for complete story
An individual charged by police or in a warrant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty at some later criminal proceeding.

By TFC Billy Gregory, Public Information Officer
Kentucky State Police 15, Columbia, KY

SUMMERSVILLE, KY (Wed 15 Jun 2016) – Post 15 Detectives are currently investigating the death of 42-year-old Gerald T. Scott of Summersville, KY.

The Green County Sheriff's Department requested assistance with the investigation this morning, at approximately 2:05amCT, after they were called to the residence of Willard E. Calhoun on Hudgins Hwy in Summersville.

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2016-06-15 12:54:35 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports

Child sexual exploitation: KSP charges Warren C. Stratton

An individual charged by police or in a warrant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty at some later criminal proceeding.

By Lt. Jeremy Murrell
News from Kentucky Justice & Public Safety Cabinet

BURGIN, KY (15 Jun 2016)-- On June 14, 2016, at approximately 3pmET, the Kentucky State Police Electronic Crime Branch, assisted by KSP Post 7- Richmond, arrested Warren C. Stratton, 35, on charges related to distribution of matter portraying a sex performance by a minor.

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2016-06-15 10:30:19 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports

KSP Post 15 investigating Washington County murder

Detectives from Columbia Post 15 seek any information on murder. 51 year old Bardstown man found, still alive, with a single gunshot wound to the head, in a vehicle off Bloomfield Road, Springfield, KY. Victim flown to UL Hospital, where he died shortly after.
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By TFC Billy Gregory, Public Information Officer
Kentucky State Police 15, Columbia, KY

SPRINGFIELD, Ky. (JUNE 15, 2016) - Post 15 Detectives are currently investigating the shooting death of 51-year-old Yul A. Rayford, of Bardstown KY.

Post 15 dispatch was contacted by the Washington County Sheriff's department on Tuesday, June 14, 2016, at approximately 10amCT regarding the discovery of an unknown male, lying inside a vehicle with an apparent gunshot wound.

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2016-06-15 10:15:56 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports

Jerry Smith to speak at Journey to Recovery 17 Jun 2016

Journey to Recovery, 114 Office Park Drive, Columbia, KY, welcomes Jerry Smith this Friday, June 17, 6pmCT. Everyone is welcome. - Laverne Hadley

2016-06-15 09:46:09 | Comments | Printable version

Traffic Alert: US 31E closed N of Bardstown due to crash

At the scenic overlook at High Grove

US 31E (Bardstown Road) is closed in Spencer County at the scenic overlook (approximately 1 mile north of the Nelson/Spencer county line) due to a crash. Law enforcement is on the scene and the road is expected to remain closed for three hours. KYTC maintenance staff is assisting with traffic control. Andrea Clifford, Public Information Officer, Kentucky Transportation Cabinet - Louisville District 5, 8310 Westport Road, Louisville, KY 40242

2016-06-15 09:44:15 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Kentucky

Vacation Bible School 14-17 June at Jones Chapel UMC

Vacation Bible School at Jones Chapel United Methodist Church, 2267 Jones Chapel Road, Columbia, KY nightly 6pm-8pmCT, Wed-Thu-Fri 14-17 Jun 2016. - J Yarberry

2016-06-15 09:23:28 | Comments | Printable version

VBS at Columbia United Methodist begins Saturday

Faster Higher Stronger Vacation Bible School begins at Columbia United Methodist Church, 202 Burkesville Street, Columbia, KY Saturday, June 18, 2016. Hours are 8:30amCT until 2:00pmCT for ages 3 years up to 6th grade.

For more information call 270-384-2276. -- Wanda Wisdom

2016-06-15 09:17:06 | Comments | Printable version

CHS FCCLA members win awards at state meeting

By Calen McKinney

Campbellsville High School FCCLA members recently competed at the Kentucky Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America state meeting and brought home several awards.

CHS seniors Abby Davis and Morgan Milby competed in the State STAR Events advocacy category with their project, "Safety First; Accidents Hurt!" They researched and advocated for tougher laws on ATV safety requirements for teens. The two also presented their project in the Campbellsville community.

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2016-06-15 07:26:12 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education

VBS at Columbia Church of Christ Jun 20-24

Vacation Bible School at Columbia Church of Christ, 501 Jamestown Street, Columbia KY. June 20-24, 2016, from 6:30pmCT to 8:30pmCT nightly. Classes for all ages including adults. Everyone welcome.

2016-06-15 07:08:34 | Comments | Printable version

J.F. Grider, 54, Russell Springs, KY (1961-2016)

He was a native of Clinton County, KY, and a resident of Russell County, KY, at the time of his death. He was the son of Juanita Sullivan Grider and the late Robert Grider. He leaves five direct living descendants
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J.F. Grider, 54, of Russell Springs, KY, passed away on Saturday, June 11, 2016 at the Russell County Hospital, Russell Springs, KY.

The family chose care and cremation.

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2016-06-15 04:29:27 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Orientation for Red Cross Volunteers 28 Jun 2016, Columbia, KY

One hour orientation gives overview of organization. Volunteers can also apply online

By Jason Rector, Adair County Lead Red Cross Volunteer

The American Red Cross is seeking volunteers with flexible schedules. An orientation for new volunteers is scheduled for Tuesday, June 28, 2016, from 6pmCT to 7pmCT at the Adair County 911 Center, 107 North High Street, Columbia KY 42728. New Volunteer Orientations are our way of welcoming you to the Red Cross family! These sessions include a general overview of our history, services and volunteer opportunities.

The American Red Cross is a 501c3 nonprofit, humanitarian organization. For more information contact the American Red Cross local Lead Volunteer Jason Rector at 270-634-2171 or the Bluegrass Chapter at 859-253-1331. Volunteers may apply online by visiting RedCross.volunteer. - Jason Rector

2016-06-15 02:16:57 | Comments | Printable version

Today, WEDNESDAY with CM - 15 Jun 2016

Haiku by Robert Stone for June 15, 2016:
Never say never,
you may well end up doing
what you said no to.
--Robert Stone, Wednesday, 15 June 2016.
-1000 haiku countdown finished, now for some more days, Day 1737



2016-06-15 02:10:18 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today


Birthdays and Anniversaries for June 15
Happy Anniversary, Billy and Mitzi Burton (1974) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, BJ and Tasha Huff (2007) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Brandy and Brent Thompson (2002) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Kenny and Heather Kirby (2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Hannah Lee McKinley (2010) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jeannette Montgomery | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jeremy Hancock | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Julie Breeding (1974) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Kami Pike (2005) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Margaret Jones | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Mary L. Davis | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Teresa Richard | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Danny Sherrill McBeath, Russell Co. native (1945-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Merle "Tutor" Benningfield, Taylor Co., KY (1930) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Virginia (Ginny) Willoughby, Taylor Co., KY (1941) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, William Henry Hall, 80, Greensburg, KY | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Herschel T. Compton, 83, Adair Co., KY native (1927) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Darrell Shipp, Taylor Co., KY (1948) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Sherry Kay Long, 46, Cumberland Co., KY (1965) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lula May Smiley, Adair County, KY (1931) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jerry L. Burton, Campbellsville, KY (1930) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Cozetta Pierce Snow, Green County, KY (1948-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Corrine Cobb Williams, Taylor County, KY (1928-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, LaRita Nueman, Taylor County, KY (1955-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Charles Ernest Mitchum, Glensfork, KY (1928-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lucy G. Mings, Taylor Co., 1947-2015 | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Fred Arms, Russell County, KY (1918-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Billy Wayne Jones, Greensburg, KY (1942-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mr. Adrin Lee Shelton, Alvaton, KY formerly of Green County, KY (1940-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Peggy Roberts Hall, Taylor County, KY (1939-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Tyler Jordan Wilson, 25, Russell Co., KY/Taylor Co. KY native (1991-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, James Daniel (J.D.) Long, Sr., Adair Co., KY; Green Co. native (1932-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Alicia Irwin, 59, LeGrande, Center, & Campbellsville, Kentucky (d. 18 Jul 2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Donald Pettyjohn, Liberty, Casey County, KY (1944-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, J.D. Montgomery, 79, Adair County, KY (1938-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jim Garnett Burris, 90, Taylor County, KY (1928-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Diane (Tootie) Furkin, 63, Dunnville, KY (1957-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Doris Jean Newton, 91, Campbellsville, KY (1932-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Dr. Gary Ervin, 69, Green County, KY (1950-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Glenn Ernest Smith, 85, Liberty, KY (1931-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Judith Caldwell, 73, Columbia, KY (1949-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Katharina Jagielka Kania (1875-1935) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mary Ann Durham Kelly, 63, Green County, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Naomi Benningfield, 87, Campbellsville, KY (1933-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Nina Stephens, 90, Russell Co., KY (1932-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ollie Opal McKenzie, 93, Edmonton, KY (1927-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Robert Bagby, 84, Campbellsville, KY (1937-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ross Whitehouse, 82, Green County, KY (1936-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Royce McQueary, 78, Russell Springs, KY (1944-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Sonnie Wayne Matney, 85, Greensburg, KY (1938-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Virginia Carol Thompson Polley, 74, Glasgow, KY (1942-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Wilma Jean Stargel, 76, Columbia, KY (1947-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)

Events scheduled for Wednesday, June 15, 2016
All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
4:00amCT Jobs are waiting for you. Take action today
See them in CM EMPLOYMENT .
If you need positions filled, find the best among the readers of ColumbiaMagazine.com Using any Contact/Submit Button. If you have questions Call 270-250-2730. | (ID:41470, Comment)
8:00amCT7 County Area Court: Circuit Courts. District Courts, at at Glance. Not Official. Always Click to Docket for all Kentucky Counties Once at Docket for all Kentucky Counties, Choose 1) Circuit or District, 2) County - from drop down list 3) Verify dates :
Adair County. Adair Co. Judicial Center, 201 Campbellsville ST. Columbia, KY. Five (5) Event(s) Circuit Court. Fifty-five (55) Events in District Court.
Casey County Judicial Center, 231 Courthouse Square, Liberty, KY. No (0) Court Event(s) Circuit Court. No (0) Event(s) District Court.
Cumberland County, Justice Center, 112 Courthouse Square, Burkesville, KY. No (0) Court Event(s) Circuit Court. One hundred eighteen (118) Event(s) District Court.
Green County Judicial Center, 200 W. Court Street, Greensburg, KY. One (1) Court Event(s) Circuit Court. No (0) Court Event(s) District Court.
Metcalfe County, Judicial Center, 201 E. Stockton Street, Edmonton, KY. No (0) Court Event(s) Circuit Court. Thirty-eight (38) Court Event(s) cases District Court.
Russell County. Judicial Center, 410 Monument Square, Jamestown, KY.No (0) Court Event(s) Circuit Court. No (0) Court Event(s) District Court.
Taylor County, Justice Center, 300 E. Main Street, Campbellsville, KY. No (0) Court Event(s) in Circuit Court. Two hundred three (203) Court Event(s) in District Court.
Not an official docket. For official court information, check with circuit court clerk in your county. | (ID:41472, Comment)
10:00amCTARLEE Mature and well behaved.
Available for adoption now at Green River Animal Shelter
 There are many wonderful playful kittens, mature cats, dogs and puppies available for adoption. Your sponsorship will make that happen more quickly. Thanks to all who are making a difference!

Green River Animal Shelter open today, 10am-5pmCT. GRAS, 455 Appleby Drive, Columbia, KY. You can help. Adopt. Volunteer. Give Time, Donate Money. Give needed supplies. Encourage the staff at GRAS who are doing such a wonderful job!
Stop in and see the progress we're making. Thanks, KIM TUCKER
(See Animal control pickups and GRAS dogs for adoption in CM Animals - CM | (ID:41384, Comment)
Services, Russell Springs, KY, for Mary Jane Roy, 86, Russell Co., KY (1929-2016) | (ID:41465, Comment)
Children's Story Hour at Adair County Public Library (Recurring Event)
307 Greensburg Street (Google Map/Directions), Columbia, KY | (ID:41473, Comment)
NoonCTServices, Campbellsville, KY for Mrs. Nancy Belle (Harris) Franklin, Taylor Co., KY (1968-2016) | (ID:41427, Comment)
Chimes at Noon, Downtown Columbia. Two selections | (ID:41474, Comment)
1:00pmCTServices, Columbia, KY, for James E. (Jim) Roark, Russell Springs, KY (1936-2016) | (ID:41449, Comment)
Homeschool Story Hour at Adair County Public Library (Recurring Event)
307 Greensburg Street (Google Map/Directions), Columbia, KY | (ID:41475, Comment)
2:00pmCTMonarch Butterfly Way Station dedication, at the Adair County Public Library, 307 Public Square, Columbia, KY. - Donna Jones, President, the Adair County Garden Club. DETAILS | (ID:41276, Comment)
4:00pmCTTime to check CM Directory of Churches for Wednesday evening service schedules. | (ID:41476, Comment)
4:30pmCTAdair County Middle School SBDM Council special meeting to discuss vacant positions and review applications. - Alma Rich ITEM | (ID:41380, Comment)
5:30pmCTVacation Bible School 13-17 Jun 2016, 5:30pm-7:30pmCT nightly, at Cane Valley Baptist Church, 3145 Cane Valley Road, Cane Valley, KY, - Mrs. Connie Young. STORY | (ID:41320, Comment)
Vacation Bible School 13-17 Jun 2016, 5:30pm-7:30pmCT nightly, at Cane Valley Baptist Church, 3145 Cane Valley Road, Cane Valley, KY, - Mrs. Connie Young. STORY | (ID:41321, Comment)
Vacation Bible School (VBS) at Columbia Baptist Church, 201 Greensburg Street, Columbia, KY, 12-16 Jun 2016, 5:30pm-8pmCT each evening. - William Sandell. MORE DETAILS | (ID:41370, Comment)
6:00pmCTVacation Bible School 13-15 Jun 2016 at Knifley Chapel Brethren In Christ Church, 6029 Elkhorn Road, Knifley KY. - Martha Book STORY | (ID:41335, Comment)
Vacation Bible School - VBS - 6pm-8pmCT, nightly, Wed-Thu-Fri 15-16-17 Jun 2016 at Bethany Baptist Church, 4560 Greensburg Road, Columbia, KY. - Kathy CoxITEM | (ID:41423, Comment)
Vacation Bible School, 14-17 Jun, 6pm-8pmCT nightly at at Jones Chapel United Methodist Church, 2267 Jones Chapel Road, Columbia, KY. - J Yarberry. ITEM/SAME | (ID:41483, Comment)
6:30pmCTVacation Bible School 13-17 Jun 2016, 6:30pm-8:30pmCT at New Hope Separate Baptist Church, 10706 Liberty Road/KY 206, Columbia, KY. - Rita Neat. STORY | (ID:41191, Comment)

  

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