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Daily News for Friday, August 24, 2018
Ruby Nell Scott, 72, Cumberland County, KY (1945-2018) She was a member of Red Banks United Methodist Church and a Seamstress for Sutton Shirt Corporation and OshKosh. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, James "Blackeye" Spears, whom she wed Thursday, May 23, 1963, brothers, J. C. Scott, Ervin Scott, James Scott, and great-grandson, Weston Blake Melton. Click on headline for complete obituary Ruby Nell Scott of Burkesville, KY, passed away on Friday, August 24, 2018 at the Cumberland County Hospital in Burkesville, KY. The Funeral service will be conducted on Monday, August 27, 2018 at 2pmCT in the Memory Chapel of Norris-New Funeral Home with Bro. Gary Cash officiating. Burial will be in the Spears-Scott Cemetery in Cumberland County, KY. The family will receive friends after 4pmCT on Sunday, August 26, 2018 until the funeral hour on Monday. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2018-08-24 22:52:13 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Betsy Fausnaugh - Reminder that Lantana is toxic Betsy Fausnaugh writes: Just a friendly reminder, that although Lantana is pretty, easy to grow and hardy, it is highly poisonous to animals or people if eaten. It contains a substance in the leaves and stems called triterpene. Very toxic, not recommended for use where grazing animals, dogs or cats could ingest it. --Betsy FausnaughComments re photo 80424 Happy little lantanas brighten Main Street Russell Springs KY Thank you, Betsy, for sharing this caution around lantanas! - LW 2018-08-24 18:57:04 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
Kayaking at Greasy Creek in Russell County, KY Click on headline for story with photo(s) By Mitzi Bault It was a beautiful day for kayaking on Greasy Creek in Russell County. Greasy Creek channel is part of Lake Cumberland near Jamestown in Russell County. In the spring there are five large water falls. Now, as fall approaches, they are a lot smaller when water is at Summer Pool. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2018-08-24 16:40:46 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
Emma Jeanne McKinley, 92, formerly of Russell County, KY Jeanne was born in Jamestown, KY on January 6, 1926, a daughter of the late Vassie A. Coe and W. C. McFarland. She was the widow of Charles McKinley and a homemaker. Click on headline for complete obituary Emma Jeanne McKinley, 92, of Biloxi MS, formerly of Jamestown, KY passed away on Sunday, August 19, 2018 at the Greenbriar Nursing Home. Funeral Services will be held at H.E. Pruitt Memory Chapel in Jamestown, KY, at 1pmET on Saturday, August 25, 2018 with Bro. Don Hatton officiating. Friends are invited to call Saturday from 11amCT until time of service at the funeral home. Burial will be in the Jamestown Cemetery. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2018-08-24 16:21:02 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
KY State Fair: Harlan Co. earns First Junior Chef Championship High school culinary teams vied for scholarships in statewide competition at Kentucky State Fair Click on headline for story with photo(s) By Ted Sloan & Sean Southard News from KY Ag Commissioner Ryan Quarles Communications Office LOUISVILLE. KY - (Fri 24 Aug 2018) - The Harlan County High School Panther Cooking Team captured the coveted skillet trophy in the sixth annual Junior Chef Championship cook off Friday at the Kentucky State Fair. "Congratulations to Harlan County for winning this very competitive challenge," Agriculture Commissioner Ryan Quarles said. "Kudos to all the teams that competed this year. Thanks to Sullivan University for its continuing support of the Junior Chef program. Last but not least, thanks to all the teachers, parents, and coaches who mentor these student-chefs and help them learn important life lessons through this program." Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2018-08-24 14:56:35 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Farm and Garden
ACMS Ag I students visit Adair County Farmers Market Students also visit Extension Office, hear about the scope of agriculture from Adair County Extension Agents Nick Roy and Tony Rose Click on headline for story with photo(s) From Adair County Middle School Mrs. Brittany Smith's Agriculture I students from Adair County Middle School took a Field Trip Friday morning, August 24, 2018, to the Farmer's Market and Adair County Extension Office. Students were able to see and purchase local produce as well as hear about the scope of agriculture in the county from Extension Agents Tony Rose and Nick Roy. Students taking the trip were: Hayden Bennett, Brenton Billingsley, Kailee Brown, Trinity Burton, Kayla Chapman, Braeden Coomer, Skylar Coomer, Danielle Corona, Kaylee Cross, Maliyah Francis, Quincy Klett, Ethan Knifley, Lakota Lemmon, Kaden Richard, Amber Said, Gabby Salyers, and Sully StreevalEveryone had a great trip and are looking forward to future opportunities in our Adair County Middle School FFA Chapter! - Brittany Smith 2018-08-24 14:41:39 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Farm and Garden
Jimmie Donald Hubbard, 78, Metcalfe Co., KY (1939-2018) October 14, 1939 ~ August 23, 2018 (Age 78) He was a businessman and a member of the Sulphur Springs Baptist Church. He was a the patriarch of a large, respected Metcalfe County, KY family. He was the son of the late Belevedere & Dorothy D. Romines Hubbard, and the widower of Ruth Smith Hubbard. He leaves 53 direct living descendants. His final resting place will be in the Sulphur Springs Cemetery in the Beechville Community of Metcalfe County. Click on headline for complete obituary Jimmie Donald Hubbard age 78 of Edmonton departed this life on Thursday August 23, 2018 at his home. Funeral services will be held 2pmCT, Sunday, August 26, 2018, at Butler Funeral Home, 201 East Street, Edmonton, KY, with burial in the Sulphur Springs Cemetery at Beechville. Visitation will be 5pm-8pmCT, Saturday, August 25, 2018, and after 9amCT, Sunday at the funeral home. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2018-08-24 14:30:03 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Ribbon Cutting, Highway 68 Roadside Cafe, Metcalfe County, KY - 31 Aug 2018 The Edmonton Metcalfe County Chamber of Commerce will conduct a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at Highway 68 Roadside Cafe, 7525 Greensburg Road, Edmonton, KY, at 11amCT, Friday, August 31, 2018, Owner Michelle Jeffries invites everyone to attend this event celebrating the opening of the restaurant. There will be refreshments and door prizes. Everyone is invited to attend. Gaye Shaw, Executive Director, Edmonton/Metcalfe County Chamber of Commerce. 2018-08-24 14:03:46 | Comments | Printable version
LWC Volleyball in MSC Crossover Challenge, 24 & 25 Aug 2018 Lindsey Wilson Volleyball plays two matches on Friday and two matches on Saturday facing four quality opponents in Union (KY), Texas Wesleyan, Reinhardt (GA), and No. 22-ranked Indiana Wesleyan. Click on headline for complete story By Clayton Barefield COLUMBIA, KY - (Fri 24 Aug 2018) The No. 1-ranked Lindsey Wilson volleyball team hits the road this weekend to take part in the Mid-South Conference Crossover Challenge in Bowling Green, KY. The Blue Raiders are slated to face Union and Texas Wesleyan at 2pmCT and 6pmCT. On Saturday, August 25, 2018, Lindsey Wilson faces Reinhardt and Indiana Wesleyan at 12pmCT and 4pmCT. All of the matches take place at Ephram White Gym, 85 Mt. Olivet Road, Bowling Green, KY. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2018-08-24 10:17:50 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
Adair Co. School Bd special called meeting Mon 27 Aug 2018 Public Notice There will be a Special Called School Board Meeting Monday, August 27, 2018 at 6pmCT, at the Adair County Board of Education Conference Room, 1204 Greensburg Street, Columbia, KY, for the purpose of: (1) Discussion/Possible Approval of 2018 Tax Rates/s/ - Becky Bailey The meeting is open to the public 2018-08-24 09:55:54 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
Adair unemployment down July 2017 to July 2018 Adair, Casey, Cumberland, Metcalfe and Russell among 110 Kentucky counties with lower unemployment year-to-year, while Green and Taylor Counties are among just 10 statewide with a rise in unemployment rates year-to-year. By Kim Saylor Brannock Frankfort, KY - Unemployment rates fell in 110 Kentucky counties between July 2017 and July 2018 and rose in 10 counties, according to the Kentucky Center for Statistics (KYSTATS), an agency of the Kentucky Education and Workforce Development Cabinet.
Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2018-08-24 08:22:16 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Kentucky
Monticello, Wayne Co., KY man held in Thu 23 Aug stabbing - Link: WKYT/Lex 18 A story posted this morning on WKYT/Lex 18.com details an altercation in nearby Monticello, KY. See Monticello Man Held in Knife Attack 2018-08-24 07:13:45 | Comments | Printable version
Carol Perkins: Massive -maybe only ever- Edmonton HS reunion There has never been one and there will likely never be another, so try to attend this massive class reunion if you attended Edmonton High School or Grade School. - CAROL PERKINS Next earlier Carol Perkins column: Carol Perkins: The seven foot tall chainsaw sculpted wizard By Carol Perkins As part of Edmonton's 200th Birthday Party, a massive class reunion for anyone who attended Edmonton High School (1922-1958) and/or Edmonton Grade School (1922-1970) will be held 3pm-5:30pmCT, Sunday, September 9, 2018, at the Old School Cafe, 805 W Stockton Street, Edmonton, KY. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2018-08-24 04:57:50 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Carol Perkins
Fry Baptist Church Homecoming Celebration - 26 Aug 2018 - Green-Adair-Metcalfe Sullivan family will sing. Homecoming meal follows. Bonus Arrival from any point leads one past arguably some of the most beautiful vistas on earth. - EW By Paula Pyles Fry Baptist Church, 3501 Fry Ridge Road, Greensburg, Green County, KY will be having their homecoming service, Sunday, August 26, 2018 starting at 9:30amCT. The Sullivan Family from Scottsville, KY. will be singing. We will also be having a meal afterwards. Pastor Larry Wisdom and congregation invite everyone to join us in a day of fellowship!! - Paula Pyles (AD: Major dates on Church Calendars are approaching. Is your Church's Listing in the CM DIRECTORY of CHURCHES up to date? Basic listings, including a suitable church photo, are FREE for congregations in Adair, Casey, Cumberland, Green, Metcalfe, Russell & Adair Counties of Kentucky.) 2018-08-24 04:11:13 | Comments | Printable version
Russellville man pleads guilty to having illegal sawed-off shotgun Sentencing has been scheduled in Federal Court, 241 East Main Street, Bowling Green, KY on November 15, 2018. This case is being prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Jo. E. Lawless. The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), Logan County Sheriff's Office and Russellville Police Department conducted the investigation. Click on headline for complete story From U.S. Attorney's Office U.S. Department of Justice, Western District of Kentucky BOWLING GREEN, KY. - (Thu 23 Aug 2018)- Russellville, Kentucky, man, Tracy Green Baskerville, pled guilty before United States District Judge Greg N. Stivers this week to being a felon possessing an unregistered sawed-off shotgun, announced United States Attorney Russell M. Coleman. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2018-08-24 03:47:19 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Miss Adair County Fair 1958, Zona Bryant photo finally found Comments re article 99107 Granny Nannie Year Zona Bryant Hedrick was Miss Adair Fair Gina Hedrick Coker writes: I have a photo of her being crowned - she was in her swimsuit. - Gina Hedrick CokerThanks. A wonderful family treasure, we're sure - Should you decide to share it with our readers we love to post it on CM. Thanks for letting us know it exists. - EW 2018-08-24 02:40:39 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local History
Today - FRIDAY with CM 24 Aug 2018 Haiku by Robert Stone for August 24, 2018: How stars came to be,--Robert Stone, Friday, 24 August 2018. -1000 haiku twice now, now on to more days, Day 2537 (Ad) Adair County Farmers Market - Fri 24 Aug 2018 The Adair County Farmers Market, Parking Lot, Adair County Extension Office, 409 Fairground Street, Columbia, KY, is OPEN 6am-10amCT, TODAY, (or until sold out), Friday, Aug 24, 2018 with the following: HOLLY IS HERERemember, the Adair Farmers Market is open Tuesdays and Fridays, 6am-10amCT, with parking just a few feet away from all the stalls. We look forward to seeing you in the cool of the early morning, when selection is its very best. (Sponsored) 2018-08-24 02:34:23 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today Birthdays and Anniversaries for August 24 Happy Birthday, Beth Roach | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Charles Robinson | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Hayley McQueary (1995) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jada Johnson Kelsay | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jaylen Ray Wesley Holmes (2001) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jeremy Phillips | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Marshall Judd | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Patsy Fudge | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Robert Absher (1998) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Steve Harmon | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tammy Knifley Rich | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Clifton R. Conner, Jamestown, KY (1938-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Gaylon Delano Yarberry, Columbia, KY (1944-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Louise Griffin, native of Adair County, KY (1931-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Nell Page Noble, native of Adair County, KY | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Imogene Evans Holt, Casey Co., KY (1938-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Virginia Harden Siler, Columbia, KY (1937-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Homer Goodin (Aug. 24, 1939 - Nov. 9, 2003) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ruth Jessee Collins Young Wade, 74, Adair Co., KY (1935) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jeremy Wayne Perkins Taylor Co., KY (1977) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sister Dorothy McMannon, formerly of Columbia, KY (1921) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ray Bryant, Knifley, KY (1913) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lonnie Duerson Holman, formerly of Burkesville, KY (1929) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, L.C. Kessler, Adair County, KY (1922-2012) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William Lucas, Casey Co., KY (1924-2012) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, David Thomas, Dunnville, KY (1957) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James Whitney Barnes, Adair Co., KY (1928 | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Alice Courter, Russell Co., KY (1923-2012) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sarah Akin Morrison, 29, Adair County, KY (1984-2013)> | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Louise Mosby Cook, 58, Metcalfe County, KY (1956-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Gene Brown, 79, Casey County, KY (1935-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Russell Pierce, Russell Co., KY (1918-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sandra Kaye Pedigo Cilyok, 71, Barren Co., KY (1944-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ruth Ann Sims, Russell Co., KY native (1942-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Fausteen Chumbley, Casey County, KY (1932-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jeffery Wayne (Jed) York, 53, Albany, KY/formerly Adair Co., KY (1963-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lillian Lewis, Edmonton, KY (1927-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dallas Graybeal, Taylor County, KY (1936-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Charles W. Spurling, Taylor County, KY (1925) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, John Michael Lassourreille, Nashville, TN/formerly of Edmonton (1948-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lida Jones Smith, 75, Cumberland Co., KY (1943-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Charlie Robinson, 77, Adair Co., KY native (1945-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Clarence Allen (Bud) Liming, 83, Liberty, KY (1938-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Darla Faye Davis Asbury, 63, Green Co., KY (1958-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Delta Bland Hamm, 98, Casey County, KY (1921-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Donald Frank Robb, Adair Co., KY (1933-2011) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Helen Sharpe, 92, Campbellsville, KY (1930-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Homer Ray Goodin (1939) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James Turner, 74, Columbia, KY native (1948-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Leland Grant (1926) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Leon Leroy Nicholes Jr., 57, Brodhead, KY (1964-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Pearl Hadley (1917) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ray Bryant (1913) | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Friday, August 24, 2018 All events are listed in Central Time. 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