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Daily News for Thursday, May 11, 2017
Family fun event scheduled at Blair Park 20 May 2017 A special event for families -- Family Fun in The Sun -- is coming up on Saturday, May 20, 2017 from 2pm-4pmCT at the Jim Blair Park and Recreation Center, 901 Hudson Street, Columbia, KY. The event is to introduce new playground equipment plus a Story Walk with a free book for the 1st 40 families, the newest Monarch Way Station for Adair County, and inflatables for kids, hot dogs and drinks. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-05-11 20:23:35 | Comments | Printable version
KY Afield Outdoors: State resort parks for largemouth bass By Lee McClellan Frankfort, KY. (May 11, 2017) - The months of May and June make for two of the best for catching largemouth bass. The weather is warm, but not too hot, and the largemouth bass feed heavily as warmer water temperatures increase their desire to eat. Largemouth bass are one of the most popular sport fish in Kentucky. Two of Kentucky's excellent state resort parks, Barren River Lake State Resort and Lake Barkley State Resort Park, lie on two of the best largemouth bass lakes in our state. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-05-11 17:54:35 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Ky Afield Outdoors
Secretary Grimes: President's Commission on Election Integrity President on Thursday signed an executive order creating a Presidential Advisory Commission on Election Integrity Secretary of State Alison Lundergan Grimes released the following statement: Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-05-11 15:09:04 | Comments | Printable version
Louisvillian charged with multiple firearms violations Louisvillian charged with threatening to kill a Louisville Metro Intel (LM Intel) Joint Task Force Member and multiple firearm violations co-defendant charged with being a felon in possession of firearms and ammunition Click on headline for complete story The indictment of a person by a Grand Jury is an accusation only and that person is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty From U.S. Attorney's Office U.S. District Court, Western District of Kentucky BOWLING GREEN, Ky. - United States Attorney John E. Kuhn, Jr., today announced the grand jury indictment of two Louisville convicted felons - one charged with threatening to kill a Louisville Metro Police Officer while engaged in the performance of his official duties - and both defendants were charged with firearm violations. These charges result from an investigation by Louisville Metro Intel (LM Intel): an intelligence-led task force which identifies serious, violent offenders and leverages all available resources to investigate, apprehend and prosecute these offenders. The LM Intel Joint Task Force was announce in January of 2017, and includes the United States Attorney's Office, federal investigative agencies, state prosecutors and Louisville Metro Police. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-05-11 14:30:36 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Kentucky
KSP announces new hiring guidelines for State Troopers From Les Williams and Brad Arterburn Kentucky State Police, Kentucky Justice and Public Safety Cabinet FRANKFORT, KY (11 May 2017) - The Kentucky State Police will now be able to accept more applications than ever thanks to new hiring qualifications established by the legislature. Anyone who possesses a high school diploma or GED and has three years of work experience now qualifies to apply for employment as a Kentucky State Trooper. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-05-11 12:41:37 | Comments | Printable version
Traffic Advisory - Bluegrass Parkway WB in Nelson County Update 4:05pmCT: Scene is clear near Mile Point 22 from this morning's fatal crash and all lanes are open. Kentucky State Police advise a crash reconstruction team will likely continue work on Friday due to this afternoon's weather. Multi-fatal CMV/POV crash. Reconstruction and cleanup underway. Click on headline for complete story By Chris Jessie, Public Information Officer Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, District 4, Elizabethtown, KY (Thu 11 May 2017. 11:47amCT) - Bluegrass Parkway Westbound is blocked between the two Bardstown Exits due to a multi-fatal CMV/POV crash. Reconstruction and cleanup will take 3-4 hours. The crash location is near the KY 49 overpass. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-05-11 12:32:03 | Comments | Printable version
Garnett Kessler, 92, Adair County, KY (1924-2017) He was the patriarch of a leading Northwest Adair County, KY, family. He a native of Adair County, KY, and a resident of the Portland Community of Adair County, KY, at the time of her death. He was a member of Pickett's Chapel United Methodist Church. He was a retired farmer, and he and his family regularly brought honor to Adair County with their award winning Kessler Jerseys. He supported dairying as a longtime member of the American Jersey Cattle Association. He operated Kessler's Grocery with his wife, for the people of the Portland Community for many years. Click on headline for complete obituary with photo(s) Garnett Kessler, 92, of the Portland Community, died Wednesday, May 10, 2017 at 2pmCT, at his home. Funeral service will be Saturday, May 13, 2017 at 1pmCT, at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home, 200 Campbellsville Street, Columbia, KY, with Bro. Pat Smith and Bro. Herbert Janes officiating. Burial will be in Columbia Cemetery, 315 Campbellsville Street, Columbia, KY. Visitation after 5pmCT, Friday, May 13, 2017 at the funeral home. Casket bearers: Donald, Eddie, Kevin, Timothy, Colin, Keaton and Kasey Blue Kessler, Jeremy Phillips. Honorary casket bearers: Men of Pickett's Chapel Church and Portland Community. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-05-11 12:00:06 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
State Officials Hold Kentucky Zika Summit Discuss current state of Zika virus threat and response measures Click on headline for completestory By Barbara Fox and Beth Fisher News from Commonwealth News Center FRANKFORT, KY (May 11, 2017) - Cabinet for Health and Family Services (CHFS) Secretary Vickie Yates Brown Glisson, Kentucky Commissioner of Agriculture Ryan Quarles, representatives from the Kentucky Department for Public Health (DPH), renowned experts and response partners gathered in Lexington today for the 2017 Kentucky Zika Summit. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-05-11 09:59:40 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Healthy Lifestlyes by Kelli Bonifer
Columbia Baptist Church VBS is 4-8 Jun 2017 Theme: Operation Arctic. Meal will be served each evening By Aaron LaBarge, Youth Minister Columbia Baptist Church Columbia Baptist Church, 201 Greensburg Street, Columbia, KY will hold Vacation Bible School, 5:30-8:15pmCT each evening, Sun through Thu, 4-8 Jun 2017. This year's theme is "Operation Arctic." Kids 4-12yrs will learn about the coolest book on the planet (the Bible!) as they enjoy songs, crafts, games, goodies, and dramas. We will also have an adult class and nursery for any parents who want to stick around. A meal will be provided for the kids and any participating adults. - AARON LaBARGE 2017-05-11 09:50:15 | Comments | Printable version
ACPC Rocket Boosters BBQ funraiser, Wed 17 May 2017 From Aleisha Karnes The Adair County Primary Center PTO Rocket Boosters The Adair County Primary Center Rocket Boosters will be holdingn a BBQ Plate Lunch fundraiser 8am-1pmCT. Wednesday, May 17, 2017, at the Adair County Primary Center, 158 Colonel William Casey Drive, Columbia, KY. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-05-11 09:33:56 | Comments | Printable version
Locals star in The Merry Wives of Windsor coming to CU Outdoor comedy stars locals from Greensburg, Columbia, Campbellsville and beyond. By Green Okparaoko Student news writer, Office of Campbellsville University Communications CAMPBELLSVILLE, KY - Campbellsville University and Town Hall Productions will present "The Merry Wives of Windsor" in the annual "Shakespeare Under the Stars" production May 18-20, 2017 at 7pmCT/8pmET on the lawn in front of Stapp Hall, 102 University Drive, Campbellsville, Ky. Everyone is invited. There is no admission, but you are invited to pay whatever you can. You should take your own camping/lawn chair to the performance. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-05-11 09:05:57 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Arts Scene
SCC Clinton Center Cosmetology brings home statewide wins By Allison Horseman, Public Information Officer SOMERSET, KY - Students in the Cosmetology program at the Somerset Community College (SCC) Clinton Center recently competed in the state SkillsUSA Kentucky competition, winning three first place titles and one second place. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-05-11 08:51:42 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
Square Meals Cafe Menu - Saturday May 13, 2017 Square Meals Cafe Menu for this coming Saturday May 13, 2017 includes: - Breakfast - Served 7 – 10am CT: Blueberry Pancakes, Link Sausage and Fruit CupThe Square Meals Cafe is brought to you by the Farmers Market on the Square, corner of Campbellsville Street and Merchant Street, Columbia, KY, and our community to provide free hot meals for all kids and students. Adults are welcome to dine with a $4 donation. 2017-05-11 08:04:42 | Comments | Printable version
Lost: Two pits in Columbia, answer to Blue and Ryeback Lula Holley called to ask for help finding her two - friendly, she says - Pit Bull dogs, a female and a male, answering to Blue and Ryeback. They have been missing for two days from the Bypass apartments area beside Majestic Yachts in Columbia. If anyone has information, please call her at 270-805-1926. 2017-05-11 07:58:43 | Comments | Printable version
Trespassing call on Casey Creek Road leads to multiple arrests Four of six individuals inside house were arrested on outstanding warrants and lodged in the Adair County Jail. Three individuals were from Casey County, one from Adair. Warrants were from Casey, Adair, and Russell Counties Click on headline for complete story From Adair County Sheriff's Office On Wednesday, May 10, 2017, a trespassing call on Casey Creek Road led to multiple arrests by the Adair County Sheriff's Office. At approximately 9:15pmCT, Adair County Sheriff's Deputies Brandon Hitch and Justin Cross responded to 675 Casey Creek Road on a trespassing complaint. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-05-11 06:43:09 | Comments | Printable version
For 5th year in a row, Softball Opening Round in Columbia At Marilyn Sparks Park From Lindsey Wilson College COLUMBIA, Ky. - The NAIA Softball National Championship Opening Round pairings were released on Wednesday, May 10, 2017, evening by the NAIA office. Lindsey Wilson earned the No. 1 seed in the Columbia (KY) Bracket and will host second-seeded Corban (OR), third-seeded Taylor (IN) and fourth-seeded Madonna (MI). The double-elimination Opening Round bracket of games is set to be played May 15-17, 2017 (Times TBA) at Marilyn D. Sparks Park, in the Lindsey Wilson Sports Complex, 928 Russell Road, Columbia, KY. It marks the fifth season in a row Lindsey Wilson has served as an Opening Round host institution. Lindsey Wilson has been tabbed a No. 1 seed for the third season in a row. The Blue Raiders have won their Opening Round bracket twice in the previous four years. 2017-05-11 03:29:05 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
Carol Perkins: The $4,000 hotel bill 'I am far too old to be reminded that I don't always focus.' - CAROL Next earlier Carol Perkins column: Carol Perkins: No hesitation on invitation to Haggard Tribute By Carol Perkins Although it would not be worth having to take care of him afterward, Guy came close to having a skillet "up side" his head the other night when I was trying to book a hotel room in Austin, TX and with him standing over my shoulder, making me nervous. "Have you got the right night?" "Don't forget we have to have an airport shuttle to the hotel, so be sure you pick one that offers a shuttle. Does it have a restaurant? We'll need a restaurant." Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-05-11 03:03:04 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Carol Perkins
Tony Lee Scott, 60, Cumberland County, KY (d. 9 May 2017) Tony Lee Scott, age 60, of Burkesville, KY, passed away Tuesday May 9, 2017 at Cumberland County Hospital in Burkesville, KY. Funeral Services for Mr. Tony Lee Scott will be conducted on Saturday, May 13, 2017, at 4pmCT, in the Memory Chapel of Norris-New Funeral Home, 601 N Main Street, Burkesville, KY. Burial will be in the Burkesville Cemetery in Burkesville, KY. The family will receive friends after 4pmCT on Friday, May12, 2017 until the funeral hour on Saturday. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2017-05-11 02:26:49 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Today, THURSDAY with CM - 11 May 2017 Haiku by Robert Stone for May 11, 2017: To do fundraising,--Robert Stone, Thursday, 11 May 2017. -1000 haiku twice now, now on to more days, Day 2067 2017-05-11 02:13:56 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today Birthdays and Anniversaries for May 11 Happy Anniversary, Ronald and Eula Goetz (1974) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Barry White | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Brena Kathleen Coomer (2013) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Brett Dakota Larimore (2004) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Carrie Cowherd | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Cassidy Blair | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Chris A. Young (1976) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Colton Downey (1993) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Courtney Foster | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Fonso Stanley, Jr. | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jerry Wayne Compton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Scottie Blair | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Susan Pollard | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tammy Helm | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Cecil (Ted) Wright, Jr., Green Co., KY (1930-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Myrtle Frazier, Adair Co. KY (1924) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lucas Tyler Pierce, Russell Co., KY (1994) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Charles Page, Adair Co., KY (1940) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Robert (Bob) Smith, Adair Co., KY (1933) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Wynona Sue Shields Berry Reliford, Green Co., KY (1928) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Evelyn Ruth (Shorty) Cheatham, Taylor Co., KY (1930-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Edward Bill Chumbley, Russell Co., KY (1934-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James (Jim) Bauman, Taylor County, KY (1943-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jerome Clements, Casey County, KY (1927-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Barbara J. Daniel, Casey County, KY (1939-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rollin Edward Kerns, Adair Co., KY (1928-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Eric Hayes, 67, Taylor County, KY (1948-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Matt Clark, 17, Taylor Co., KY (1998-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mitchelyn Squires, 90, Adair Co., KY native (1925-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Richard Clark, 87, Green County, KY (1928-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dennis Earl Mosby, Adair Co., KY native (1953-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ora Gadberry, 82, Casey Co., KY (1933-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Macie Drake , 15, Adair County, KY (2001-2016 | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Judith (Judy) Simmons, 76, Metcalfe County, KY (1940-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William (David) Wheeler, Casey County, KY (1944-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. David Franklin Calhoun, Green Co., KY (1945-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William Ray (Banjo) O'Banion, 70, Taylor County, KY (1947-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Barbara Clark, 71, Campbellsville, KY (1951-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, David (Slug) Jones, 86, Jamestown, KY (1934-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Fox Turner Ponder, Russell Co., KY (1920-2013) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Glendo Grider, Sr., 84, Adair Co., KY native (1937-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jeanette Schaefer, 80, Columbia, KY (1942-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Johnny C. Tarter, 78, Adair Co., KY native (1946-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lula Mae Bryant Hedgespeth, 88, Campbellsville, KY (1934-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Lou Ashbrook, 94, Adair Co., KY native (1927-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Nancy Drucilla Gregory, 88, Campbellsville, KY (1933-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ocella Corbin, 68, Columbia, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rowena Johnson, 96, Columbia, KY (1925-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sandy Rainwater, 76, Campbellsville, KY (1944-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In memory Birthday, Terry Steven Burton, Sr., native of Adair County, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Tyler Akins, 35, Campbellsville, KY (1985-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Velma F. (Green) Rooks, 94, Columbia, KY native (1928-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Thursday, May 11, 2017 All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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