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Daily News for Wednesday, January 23, 2019
ACSO: Child found alone on Milltown Church Road By Sheriff Josh Brockman Adair County Sheriff's Office At 1:55pmCT, the Adair County Sheriff's Office was dispatched to Milltown Church Road when Adair County 911 advised that they had received a call from a female who had located a small child in the roadway. Upon Deputy Hitch's arrival, he located the caller, who had pulled to the side of the road and placed the child in her vehicle, because the child was cold and wet from the rain. After investigation, the location the child may have walked from had been determined and deputies proceeded to that location, approximately 3 tenths of a mile down the road. The residence was unoccupied, but while the officers were at the location, the brother of the child pulled into driveway. The brother had gone to town to run an errand and get gas, and admitted he left the child alone there. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2019-01-23 20:43:36 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Sad word of the passing of Pat Bell Former Columbia Mayor Pat R. Bell, 85, died Wednesday in Lexington. A complete list of survivors and funeral arrangements will be announced Thursday afternoon by Grissom-Martin Funeral Home. 2019-01-23 20:25:51 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
State Farm to close Friday morning for Emma Wade's funeral The State Farm office in Columbia will be closing at 9:30amCT Friday morning, January 25, 2019 for the funeral service of Emma Wade and will reopen after the services. Tammy Bryant, LSA 5 Agent Representative/Office Manager State Farm Insurance / Jill Wade Smith, Agent 2019-01-23 19:40:33 | Comments | Printable version
Letter: We have more dangerous drugs to worry about Ann Pearson writes: Big pharmacy has charged more money than should be legal for medications for cancer patients when legal marijuana does the same thing and for a fraction of the price, not to mention the horrible side effects of the legal medications.Comments re article 101885 Higdon sponsors bill to decriminalize possession of marijuana 2019-01-23 18:23:15 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
Shandra Sharmel Gray, 52, Russell Springs, KY (1966-2019) Sharmel was a nurse and a member of Russell Springs United Methodist Church. Shandra Sharmel Gray, 52, of Russell Springs, died Tuesday, January 22, 2019 at her home. The funeral service for Shandra Sharmel Gray will be held at 1pmCT on Saturday, January 26, 2019 at the Bernard Funeral Home Chapel, 367 N. Main St., Russell Springs, KY, with Bro. Jeff Eaton officiating, and special music by Dean & Sheila McKinley Bernard. Burial will follow in the Russell Springs City Cemetery. Visitation is requested after 10amCT on Saturday until the time of the funeral service. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2019-01-23 18:16:44 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Southern Heirs singing in Russell Springs, Sun 27 Jan 2019 The Southern Heirs will be singing at Old Liberty Community Church, 5250 Hwy 92, Russell Springs, KY, on Sunday, January 27, 2019, at 10amCT. This is a re-schedule from last week. Everyone is welcome. --Charles Shepherd 2019-01-23 18:04:54 | Comments | Printable version
2017 was record low year for nonfatal occupational injuries in KY BLS data shows drop in rate of recordable nonfatal occupational injuries and illnesses for Kentucky workers By Susan West Frankfort, KY - Officials from the Kentucky Labor Cabinet today applauded recent reports by the federal government that show continued improvement in workplace safety throughout Kentucky, including the lowest rate of nonfatal incidents recorded in more than two decades. According to the latest data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the rate of recordable nonfatal occupational injuries and illnesses for all industries dropped to 3.3 cases per 100 full-time employees in 2017 - a decrease from the previous rate of 3.4 in 2016 and the rate of 3.7 in 2015. This marks the lowest rate of nonfatal occupational injuries and illnesses in Kentucky since BLS began tracking this data in 1996. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2019-01-23 18:03:23 | Comments | Printable version
GRAS grateful for donation in memory of David Waggener By Tammy Campbell Director at Green River Animal Shelter The staff at Green River Animal Shelter would like to say "Thank you" to Audrey Tayse Hayes, from Tampa, Florida, for the wonderful donation to the shelter in memory of David Waggener. We are sorry for your loss, and you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. --Tammy 2019-01-23 18:01:11 | Comments | Printable version
ACSO: Single vehicle accident on LBN Parkway By Sheriff Josh Brockman Adair County Sheriff's Office On Monday, January 21, 2019, at 6:13pmCT, the Adair County Sheriff's Office responded to a single vehicle collision. Deputy Brandon Hitch was dispatched to mile marker 43 on the Louis B. Nunn Parkway, where he found that a 2007 Toyota Avalon being driven by Tyler Pollitte, 34, of Owensboro, Kentucky, had hit black ice and lost control. The vehicle, which had been traveling east, spun around, crossed the median, and struck the guardrail in the westbound lane of traffic. Adair County EMS responded and treated Pollitte and his passenger William Long, also of Owensboro, on the scene. Pollitte and Long were then transported to TJ Health of Columbia for additional treatment. Deputy Brandon Hitch is the Investigating Deputy. 2019-01-23 17:56:44 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
KentuckyOne Health changes name to CHI Saint Joseph Health Business Lexington KentuckyOne Health is now known as CHI Saint Joseph Health throughout central and eastern Kentucky. The new name and rebranding are part of a strategic plan to align and refocus operations throughout central and eastern Kentucky, group representatives said in announcing the change. Read more at Business Lexington 2019-01-23 14:15:37 | Comments | Printable version
Adair Co Fiscal Court special called meeting Fri 25 Jan From Bridget Compton The Adair County Fiscal Court will meet in a Special Called Fiscal Court meeting Friday, January 25, 2019, at 9amCT in the basement of the Adair County Courthouse Annex Building, 424 Public Sq., Columbia, KY. The public is invited to attend. AGENDA: Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2019-01-23 13:57:12 | Comments | Printable version
ACES Hosts STEAM (Science-Technology-Engineering-Art-Math) Night By Debbie Cowan, ACES Family Resource Center Director Adair County Elementary School (ACES) hosted STEAM Night on January 22nd. This annual event, sponsored by The Family Resource Center, Title I and ACES Science Department, is a popular family involvement experience that provides shared learning opportunities in the areas of science, technology, engineering, art and math. To promote parent involvement, families were encouraged to develop and exhibit original scientific displays and provide demonstrations. Through these exhibits, STEAM night participants learned about electricity, volcanoes, automaton, electronics and circuits. Other activities included painting with gravity, a Student Technology Leadership Project showcase, math games and fun with "non-Newtonian" goo. Families also enjoyed learning about honey bees and pollination and were able to taste samples of locally sourced honey. 2019-01-23 13:43:14 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
Letter: An argument in favor of death penalty Ann Pearson writes: Most of those on death row have been there for decades; more than enough time to appeal and prove innocence if they are. If anything I think they need to carry out the sentences faster so the tax payer isn't burdened with caring for those sentenced to death. The victims families need closure as well. I don't find it to be un-Christian to carry out the death penalty, even in the new testament they condemned many to death. Some acts deserve the death penalty, at least in my opinion and I for one hope they continue to carry out these sentences nation wide. --AnnComments re article 101881 CU discussion The conservative case against capital punishment 2019-01-23 13:39:05 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
Boil Water Advisory lifted As of 8:37amCT on January 23, 2019, the boil water advisory for customers from 9135 Burkesville Road to 9970 Burkesville Road, Bird Road and all side roads, Felton Fudge Road, Blue Ridge Road has been lifted by the Division of Water. This means your water is safe for human consumption. You no longer have to boil your water. Thank You, Columbia Adair Utilities District 2019-01-23 08:47:04 | Comments | Printable version
Ball is new Chair of National Financial Literacy Committee By Lorran Ferguson Kentucky State Treasurer Allison Ball was appointed Chair of the Financial Education and Empowerment Committee for the National Association of State Treasurers, her office announced. The appointment follows Treasurer Ball's recent announcement of her support of HB 139, which would create a Financial Literacy Commission. The Commission would be tasked with developing and implementing a plan for improving financial literacy for all Kentuckians and would operate at no cost to taxpayers thanks to Treasurer Ball's work to secure private funding for the initiative from the Kentucky Credit Union League and Kentucky credit unions. "I am honored to have the opportunity to lead financial literacy efforts of state treasurers nationally," Treasurer Ball said. "We have made great strides towards improving financial literacy in Kentucky and I look forward to working with my fellow state treasurers to achieve similar results across the country." Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2019-01-23 08:03:45 | Comments | Printable version
Letter: On the motivations of politicians Robert Johnson writes: Is this due to a new-found personal conviction, to help alleviate jail overcrowding, or is it simply political pandering? --Robert JohnsonFrom the article in the Kentucky Standard, Higdon "said his main reason for sponsoring the legislation is that he hears of people who want to provide marijuana to a cancer patient, but they’re afraid they’ll go to jail." Later in the article, he is quoted as mentioning jail overcrowding, although local officials seem to think that it wouldn't have much effect. Comments re article 101885 Higdon sponsors bill to decriminalize possession of marijuana 2019-01-23 08:00:58 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
Letter: Questions answered, but mystery remains Billy Joe Fudge writes: Thanks, thanks and thanks for this information. I always wanted to know the history of its origins and early operation. I can't help but notice the smaller but obvious fourth floor. It appears, at least at this point, there is still some mystery involved. --BJFComments re article 101893 A brief history of the Willock Building 2019-01-23 07:52:10 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
Kentucky Proud programs are Open for Business in 2019 Applications sought for Buy Local, Farm to Fork, Promotional Grants By Sean Southard Frankfort, KY - Agriculture Commissioner Ryan Quarles today called for Kentucky Proud members and local organizations to apply for funding from three Kentucky Proud promotional programs. The Buy Local program provides incentives for participating distributors, restaurants, and other food service businesses to buy and use Kentucky Proud products for their customers. The program offers participants a 15 percent reimbursement for the cost of Kentucky Proud farm food up to $8,000 a year or a lifetime cap of $36,000. For guidelines and an application, go to kyproud.com/buylocal. For more information, contact Kelly Walls at kellyjwalls@ky.gov or (502) 782-4110. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2019-01-23 07:51:21 | Comments | Printable version
A brief history of the Willock Building See also, the 2-part Buchanan-Lyon comes to Columbia, 1917-1918 The Willock Building: "One of the most attractive halls in the state." By Jim The first mention found in the News of Campbellsville's Willock building appeared in late December 1908. At the time, said the paper, a newly consolidated company would occupy "the entire lower floor of the Jo Willock four (sic) story brick building now about completed." The two companies, the T.W. Buchanan Hardware Company, and the Lyon Buggy Company and Undertakers and Embalmers, henceforth would conduct both retail and wholesale trade under a unified (and considerably shorter) name, the Buchanan Lyon Co. Early March 1909 found the paper announcing Buchanan-Lyon had just moved to their new digs, "the handsome new three story pressed brick building, conceded by all to be the most modern up-to-date and best equipped building for the purpose in Central Ky." A six-day grand opening bash for Buchanan Lyon, originally planned for mid-March, was pushed back to early April. A News man visited Campbellsville to attend the big opening and had this to say about the wondrous new edifice: Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2019-01-23 06:47:50 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Jim: History
Letter: Watch out for deer Joyce M. Coomer writes: I stopped on the way out this morning and let seven deer cross the road. They are, after all, pedestrians. --Joyce 2019-01-23 06:44:29 | Comments | Printable version
Rainy, warm and windy today, high 54F, snow likely tonight It's currently 50F at the Adair County Mesonet station. Expect rain today, mainly after 10amCT, and a high near 54F. It will be breezy, with a south wind 18 to 23 mph becoming west 9 to 14 mph in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 45 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New precipitation amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch are possible. Tonight's low is predicted to be around 25F, which will change the rain to snow sometime before 11pmCT tonight. The chance of precipitation is 90% overnight. New snow accumulation of less than a half inch is possible. Thursday should be partly sunny, with a high near 36F and west wind 8 to 11 mph. There is a chance of flurries again Thursday night. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 12F. Northwest wind 8 to 14 mph. 2019-01-23 05:22:36 | Comments | Printable version
7-County Area Courts for Wed 23 Jan 2019 Local schedules for Circuit Courts, District Courts, for Wednesday, January 23, 2019, at a glance:
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Today - WEDNESDAY with CM - 23 Jan 2019 Haiku by Robert Stone for January 23, 2019: When loving neighbor--Robert Stone, Wednesday, 23 January 2019. -1000 haiku twice now, now on to more days, Day 2689 2019-01-23 05:13:22 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today
Adair School Board January 2019 Meeting - Report By Linda Waggener The Adair County School Board met in regular monthly session January 17, 2019. The house was packed with family and friends there to see students showing and talking about a very special program - Storymaker - they've been able to participate in. It has allowed students to win a national award and is creating movie making career options that have not been available to students in the past. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2019-01-23 02:51:05 | Comments | Printable version Birthdays and Anniversaries for January 23 Happy Anniversary, Kenzie and Beverly Rowe (1981) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Mike and Kathy Jones (1981) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy birthday, Alex Lara (2001) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Barbara Hadley | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Holly Karnes Burton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jeff Hadley | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Julie Curry Wilson | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Mitch Parker | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Ralph Smith | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Robert "Bob" Shanklin | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Suzanne Grant Hobbs | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Travis Foley | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tyler Wayne Hale (2012) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Whitley Bonta | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, J. R. Streeval, Columbia, KY (1942-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Joyce Goodin Durham, 77, Adair County, KY (1942-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Beatrice Bray, Adair Co., KY (1922) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Willard Cheatham, Adair Co., KY (1923)> | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lucille Stephens Harrell, Adair County, KY (1923) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Danny Ray Antle, Columbia, KY (1948) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Harold Waymon, Elk Horn, Taylor Co., KY (1939) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rev. George Austin Price, Green County, KY (1921-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Barbara L. Burton, Casey County, KY (1963-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. U. J. Wood, Metcalfe Co. KY native (1933-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, LaVonda Garner, 41, Cumberland County, KY (1973-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Willie Frances Pettit, 60, Green Co., KY (1955-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dello Foley, 83, Russell County, KY (1932-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Earl W. Vaught, Casey Co., KY (1917-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Edwin Blevins, 92, Taylor County, KY (1924-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, David Allen Clark, 60, Russell Co., KY (1956-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Maxie Spears Watson, 92, Burkesville, KY (1924-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Terry Wayne Cole, 64, Casey Co., KY (1952-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Gerald Stanley Skaggs, Taylor County, KY (1945-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lois Jean Grant, 90, Adair County, KY (1926-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bradley Michael Courtney, 35, Breeding, Adair Co., KY (1982-2017 | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Louis Bennett, 80, Russell Co., KY (1937-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. James Lewis Wells, 66, Taylor County, KY (1951-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Doris Fudge, Adair County, KY/Cook Co., IL native (1929-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Frances Tutt Glasgow, Columbia, KY (1922-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dollie D. (Edwards) Nash, 93, Metcalfe County, KY (1925-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Albert Martin Kane, Jr., 65, Liberty, KY (1954-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Anna Marie Helm, Adair County, KY (1933-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Anthony Dale (Tony) Hall, 66, Russell Springs, KY (1956-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Brandon Nunn Dicken, 46, Campbellsville, KY (1975-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Doris Leveridge, 83, Russell County, KY (1935-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Eva Mae Miller, 93, Russell Springs, KY (1928-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Fredia Mae Traylor, 73, Casey County, KY (1946-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Hollis (Doc) Bennett, 83, Russell Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jacquelene Wilson Simpson, 87, Russell Springs, KY (1932-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jodie Wilkinson, 76, Casey County, KY (1943-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Leroy Johnson, 89, Russell Springs, KY (1928-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Linda C. Tiller, 61, Vester, KY (1957-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Michael Thomas Pierce, 29, Russell Springs, KY (1992-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ollen D. Janes, 89, Columbia, KY (1935-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Phyllis Ann Matherly, Casey County, KY (1953-2014) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rita Mae Cash, 53, Taylor Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rosella Foley, 75, Russell Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ruby James Grider Shaw, Cumberland Co., KY (1931-2011) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sam Hadley, 87, Trimble Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Virginia Eileen Weatherford Hayes, Taylor Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Wanda (Lucy Campbell) White, 55, Columbia, KY (1966-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Wednesday, January 23, 2019 All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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