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Burton resigns as Lindsey Wilson baseball coach

Coach Burton led to the Blue Raiders to the 2015 and 2016 NAIA World Series.
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By Chris Wells, LWC Sports Information Director

COLUMBIA, KY - (28 May 2018) - Jonathan Burton has resigned as Lindsey Wilson's baseball coach.

A national search is underway to find his successor.

Burton departs Lindsey Wilson to become the head coach at Reinhardt (GA) in Waleska, GA.


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2018-05-28 16:49:33 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports

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VFW Memorial Day 27 May 2018 - Laying wreaths



2018-05-28 - VFW Post 6097 - 500 Green Hills Road, Columbia, KY - Photo by Linda Waggener, ColumbiaMagazine.com.
VFW Post Commander Joe Hare prepares to place a flag during the wreath laying ceremony at the Memorial Day program Sunday, May 27, 2018.

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VFW - Historic Memorial Day program a memorable one - w/ALBUM

Story, photo posting in progress
Click on headline for album with at least seven photo(s) now.
Transcript of Major Paul Smith's keynote address: The Cost of Freedom

By Ed & Linda Waggener

The first ever VFW Memorial Day program at the new post campus at 500 Green Hills Road was everything one could hope for, with an excellent turnout, a wonderful address by Major Paul Smith (ret), and an unforgettable singing of the National Anthem by Barry Ross and Dick Scholl.


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2018-05-28 16:21:05 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Veterans and Veterans Day


Major Paul Smith (ret): The Cost of Freedom

Major Paul Smith (ret) lives off Chestnut Grove Road near Breeding , KY, since 2012. He is a much decorated Marine, who earned a Silver Star in Vietnam. Everywhere he's traveled, he's worked to adapt to the local culture and has served to the extent of this ability. He's doing that in the local area counties, where, among other things he loves, is the friendliness of the people.
Click on headline for complete transcription of his address SEE ALSO: Program wrap up including photo Album with pictures by CM Staff, Gale Cowan, possibly others.VFW - Historic Memorial Day program a memorable one - w/ALBUM

Keynote Address by Major Paul Smith (ret.)
at the 2018 VFW Post 6097 Memorial Day program, May 27, 2018

Memorial day and the idea of honoring those who paid the ultimate price for their belief in the freedom of our country was born out of the Civil War and was originally called "Decoration Day." After World War I it became a day of honor and remembrance for all those who died in any war or conflict in service of their country. In 1971 Memorial Day was finally recognized as a national holiday.


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2018-05-28 14:48:23 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Veterans and Veterans Day

William Gimbel: Memorial Day 2018 in Joppa, KY

Writer sends proposal for stories on cemeteries of Adair, including one he is involved with, the Montgomery Cemetery on Harlan Brown Road, in Joppa, KY and a reminder that the Adair County Public Library Department needs money to help set up the genealogy department in a separate building.
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By William Gimbel

Why don't you do an article on family cemeteries that are being preserved in Adair County? I am sure Mike Watson can give you some background. This particular cemetery started in brambles. There could be a tour, with a little history of the family's settlement in Adair County as another possibility.


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2018-05-28 13:32:08 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local History

George Kolbenschlag: Thanks, JIM for Charles G. Austin story

George Kolbenschlag writes:
Thanks to JIM for his appropriate Memorial Day remembrance of Seaman 1st Class Charles Garnett Austin, who was killed just off-shore from New Caledonia in 1943. It's not the soldiers and sailors who determine when to dispatch our best and brightest to war. I sometimes wonder if some of those who do so would be as quick to send our sons and daughters off to fight wars if they had experienced war themselves. Thanks, JIM for reminding us these are our own mother, fathers and children who fight the wars. - George Kolbenschlag
Comments re article 97586 Freedom isn't free In memory of S1c Charles Austin Garnett 19241943


2018-05-28 13:18:52 | Comments | Printable version

Freedom isn't free: In memory of S1c Charles Austin Garnett (1924-1943)

A model son of Adair County, just 18 years old, died when the the tanker steamship was torpedo fired by the Japanese Imperial Navy Submarine I-17, ending the life of Seaman 1st Class Charles Garnett Austin, in an engagement north of New Caledonia.
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By JIM

Seventy-five years ago last week, Seaman 1st Class Charles Garnett Austin, an eighteen year old native of the Pellyton community, died in defense of his country. He was the son of C.J. & Letho Austin and the grandson of C.R. & Mollie Austin.

On May 3rd 1943, the S.S. Stanvac Manila, a US-built flag tanker steamship flying the colors of Panama, left port in Balboa, Canal Zone, bound for New Caledonia, with "a complement of 165 men consisting of 50 merchant crew, 27 U.S. Naval Armed Guard, and 88 U.S. Navy personnel of different ratings who were crew members of the 6 PT boats on deck."


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2018-05-28 11:05:11 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Veterans and Veterans Day

Milva Lawless sends thanks to VFW for veterans flags

Milva Lawless writes to VFW, flag placement assistants:
Thanks so much for the flags. It was a beautiful sight, thanks again. -Milva Lawless
Comments re photo 78965 Thank you to Columbia VFW Post 6079 for cemetery flags


2018-05-28 10:58:42 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback

Day lilies scattered along roadways should be left unmown

On less traveled byways, leaving natural beauty should not cause mowing crews any problems<
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By Joyce M. Coomer
Guest editorial

Day lilies patches are scattered along the roadsides in the area and grace us with brilliant blooms in the summer. I think it would be nice for the road crews, when mowing, to leave these spots unmown so that the lilies can bloom freely and brighten a drive to town.

I know it would be more difficult to do on heavily traveled roads but on roads such as the one I live on, with light traffic at slower speeds, the road crews should be able to either raise up the mower or drive around these patches of flowers.

- Joyce M. Coomer


2018-05-28 10:27:04 | Comments | Printable version

C/AC Fire Dept. out in force for Crusade, Fri-Sat, 1-2 June 2018

By Donald Hare, Public Information Officer
Adair County Fire Department, 200 Merchant Street, Columbia, KY

The Columbia-Adair County Fire Department will be out in full force at all of the major intersections that we have manned in the past:
  1. Friday, June 1, 2018 from 3pm-8pmCT
  2. Saturday, June 2, 2018 from 8am-3pmCT
  3. Saturday at 6pmCT/7pmET, live remote from Campbellsville with WBKO Channel 13.
If any churches or others missed us Sunday, May 27, 2018, and have their money ready to turn in, you may contact Charlie Crawhorn at 270-634-3512 or Donald Hare at 417-505-9241. We look forward to seeing everyone this weekend, and remember 100% of every dollar donated goes to the children. Lets make this Adair County's best year ever.


2018-05-28 10:14:06 | Comments | Printable version

Epicurean Kentuckian: Questions on Black Stallion Steakhouse

Joyce M. Coomer, asks questions about Black Stallion Steakhouse
  1. - When is it scheduled to open?

  2. - Will they have a salad bar?
- Joyce M. Coomer
Thanks, Joyce Coomer - We'll post as soon as we can get the word. The opening is anxiously awaited. - Ew


2018-05-28 10:06:16 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Food

Fallen power line believed a factor in field fire on Ben Smith Road

By Donald Hare, Public Information Officer
Adair County Fire Department, 200 Merchant Street, Columbia, KY

The Adair County Fire Department responded to 294 Ben Smith Road off of KY 704 for field and hay fire after a power line had fallen and started the blaze. There was about 1 acre grass burned and 2 rolls of hay prior to containing fire. There were 12 firemen on the scene for about 1.5 hours. Donald Hare, Program Director


2018-05-28 09:52:07 | Comments | Printable version

Donna Jones: Agrees with Maury on need for more people for Flower Power Surge

Donna Jones, President, Adair County Garden Club writes:
I agree with Maury, the garden club is always looking for members and helpers. - Donna Jones
Comments re article 97579 Maury Lewis comments on proposed Flower Power Surge


2018-05-28 09:20:44 | Comments | Printable version

Maury Lewis comments on proposed 'Flower Power Surge'

About: - Comments re article 97562 Ralph Roy Waggener - Flower power surge needed Down Town

Maury Lewis writes:
With more flowers comes more work and there seems to be a shortage of workers that want to help keep the flower beds looking good in the neighborhood. - Maury Lewis
Maury - Thanks for bringing some of the practical concerns about this great idea. Funding, and, for a starter and a more formalized relationship between the town & county might be another. And perhaps it's time for a Flower Power Foundation to be established. Ideas would be welcome on the pragmatic side of the proposal. - EW


2018-05-28 08:59:50 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Arts Scene

Phyllis Gooden: Agrees, parking should be for customers only

Writer agrees with Vonnie K that parking should only be used by customers

Phyllis Gooden writes:
So true, Mrs Kolbenschlag! I've been told the same thing by office staff/business owners, "I follow the two hour restrictions." They come & go throughout the day as if it's their own private spaces. It's sad when we don't respect & support our local businesses who may struggle to make ends meet. So many have closed their doors during my 15 years on the square and I believe the parking issue has a direct impact!!!

A previous mayor once told me, "it's been an issue for many years." My reply, we elect you folks to be problem solvers......If something as simple as parking abuse can't be solved, then what does that say about your ability to serve? - Phyllis Gooden
Comments re article 97569 V Kolbenschlag Parking spaces should be for customers only


2018-05-28 08:08:11 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Commentary

Penny & Sarah photo: 'Very sweet, powerful photography'

Doug writes:
That is one of those, "At the right moment," photos, very sweet, and powerful photography! - Doug
Comments re photo 78961 Robert Ellis Sarah and Penny


2018-05-28 08:04:00 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Arts Scene

Two Hazard caregivers indicted on abuse charges

It is alleged that while acting as a caregiver, (John) Hundley dragged an adult day training participant across the floor and out onto the front porch of the facility. As a result, the participant suffered injury. (Penny) Caudill, also acting as a caregiver at the time of the incident, observed the injury to the participant, but failed to arrange for professional medical treatment." - From Story
Note: A charge is merely an accusation. A defendant is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.

By Terry Sebastian or Crystal Staley
News from the office of Kentucky Attorney General Andy Beshear

HAZARD, KY (25 May 2018) - Attorney General Andy Beshear and his Office of Medicaid Fraud and Abuse today announced the indictment of two Hazard caregivers on abuse charges.


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2018-05-28 03:34:58 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports

Epicurean Kentuckian: Salato Sampler Fundraiser - 2 Jun 2018

Tickets are $75 per person but promises great Kentucky foods - Smoked Pork, Fried Catfish and Blue Snapper (Asian Carp0 and Kentucky Beers, Bourbons, and Wines. Annual Event benefits a great cause: The Salato Center, named for a Great Adair Countian, Dr. James C. Salato, for whom the Adair County Health Department Building is also named.
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Kentuckians are invited to sample the best of Kentucky's food and drink at the Salato Sampler, at the Salato Wildlife Education Center, 1 Game Farm Road, Frankfort, KY Frankfort from 5pm-8pmCT, 6pm-9pmET, Saturday, June 2, 2018. Tickets for the Salato Sampler may be purchased for $75 a person by calling 502-229-7578, online at www.kentuckywildlife.com, or at the door. Event attendees must be 21 years in age or older.

Guests can enjoy locally produced food, including smoked pork, fried catfish and blue snapper (Asian carp), while sampling the world's finest bourbons, local wines and beers.


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2018-05-28 03:21:08 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Food

Today - MONDAY with CM - 28 Apr 2018

Haiku by Robert Stone for May 28, 2018:
What matter winter
when pure love burns clear and bright,
with spring just beyond?
--Robert Stone, Monday, 28 May 2018.
-1000 haiku twice now, now on to more days, Day 2449

This is the final haiku reflecting on the Anne of Green Gables books. I have been through all of them now, covering more than 1,800 days. It's not written 'for' Memorial Day but the final line 'with spring just beyond' might well be what those who fought were looking forward to. Robert



2018-05-28 02:24:03 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today


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, 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)
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, Gail Walker, 55, Columbia, KY (1968-2024) 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, Larry D. Luttrell, 77, Knifley, KY (1946-2023) 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)

Events scheduled for Monday, May 28, 2018
All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
4:00amCTA Reminder: Earlier, Today or Tuesday is Better.
8amCT, Wednesday is the deadline to submit Events for the weekend

for the CM 7 County Primary Service area of Adair, Casey, Cumberland, Green, Metcalfe, Russell & Taylor Counties. Check CM Events ALL DURING the day for additions, changes, and cancellations which may occur today. If your event is not listed, let us know by writing edwaggener@gmail.com. Call 270-250-2730 for assistance or if an exception is needed and if you are New to CM? - Call anytime for help posting, regardless of deadline. | (ID:53749, Comment)
7:00amCTAdair County Schools Central Office closed Memorial Day - Becky Bailey STORY | (ID:53731, Comment)
8:00amCTClosed Memorial Day: Adair County Public Library, 307 Greensburg Street, Columbia, KY | (ID:53743, Comment)
Adair Clerk's office closed today/Memorial Day | (ID:53744, Comment)
Adair County/County Government Offices closed for Memorial Day
The offices located in the Adair County Annex, 424 Public Square, Columbia, KY. will be closed Monday, May 28, 2018 to allow county employees the opportunity to celebrate Memorial Day with their families. This closure includes the following: Judge Executive Michael Stephens' office, the Adair County Sheriff's Department, County Attorney Jennifer Hutchison-Corbin's office, and the office of Jeff Feese, PVA.
Also, the Green River Animal Shelter, 455 Appleby Drive, Columbia, KY, and the Adair County Recycling Center, 32 Service RD, Columbia, KY, will be closed.The 911 Center, 107 N High Street, Columbia, KY,will be closed for the same time period, but will continue its 24-hour service for dispatching emergency calls. We hope everyone has a blessed and safe Memorial Day weekend. Best Regards, BRIDGET COMPTON, Human Resources/Executive Secretary, Adair County Fiscal Court. | (ID:53745, Comment)
Closed Memorial Day: Adair County Public Library, 307 Greensburg Street, Columbia, KY | (ID:53746, Comment)
10:00amCTServices, 10amCT/11amET, Campbellsville, KY, for Carl Loy, 91 Taylor County, KY (1926-2018) | (ID:53741, Comment)
NoonCT Chimes at Noon, Downtown Columbia. Two selections | (ID:53747, Comment)
1:00pmCTService for Joe Stephen Acree, 77, Metcalfe County, KY (1940-2018) | (ID:53727, Comment)
5:00pmCT Chimes for the evening, Downtown Columbia. Two selections | (ID:53748, Comment)

 

































 
 
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