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Daily News for Wednesday, October 9, 2019
Columbia City Council meeting - October Report Covered by Mitzi Bault After passionate discussion on both sides of the Zoning issue of 511 Burkesville Street, Mayor Pamela Hoots was forced to break the City Council's three-three tie vote. That done, the City made what is a very rare disagreement with Planning & Zoning recommendations which allows for the cleared property to be used as a business. Property owner Dustin Brockman and his family and business supporters drew an almost visible sigh of relief after making three meetings speaking out to defend his automotive business location staying within the City, moving from Jamestown Street to Burkesville Street. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2019-10-09 14:55:33 | Comments | Printable version
Shirley Dean Scott, 67, Marrowbone, KY (1951-2019) Mrs. Shirley Dean (Stephens) Scott, of Marrowbone, Kentucky passed away Friday, October 4, 2019 at the Cumberland County Hospital. She was 67 years old. The funeral service will be conducted on Saturday, October 12, 2019, at 11amCT at The Scott Cemetery at Peytonsburg, Kentucky, with Bro. Darrell Bartley officiating. Burial of her cremains will follow there. No visitation is planned at the funeral home. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2019-10-09 12:29:54 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Downtown Days 2019 Schedule of Events The 16th Annual Downtown Days will take place on the Public Square in Columbia on Friday and Saturday, October 11 and 12, 2019. The Square will close at 1pmCT so that vendors can begin setting up, and vendor booths will open at 4:30pmCT on Friday afternoon. Friday, October 11, 2019:
Saturday, October 12, 2019: Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2019-10-09 12:14:46 | Comments | Printable version
Bobby Royce Polston, 77, Russell Springs, KY (1942-2019) Bobby Royce Polston of Russell Springs, died Tuesday, October 8, 2019 at his home. He was 77 years old. The funeral service for Bobby Royce Polston will be held at 10amCT on Saturday, October 12, 2019 at the Bernard Funeral Home Chapel, 367 N. Main St., Russell Springs, KY, with Bro. Dustin McGowan officiating. Interment will follow in the Square Oak Cemetery Visitation is requested from 8amCT until 10amCT on Saturday. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2019-10-09 11:51:18 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Letter: Proud of giving spirit in Columbia Troy Grider writes: I just wanted to say that I appreciate what Bank of Columbia and their employees are doing to help in the community. Of course, I had heard about the donation to the Jaycees for the fairgrounds, but I am very thankful that you guys would take consideration to provide for the handicap ramp at the food pantry.Comments re photo 85420 New ramp at Adair County Food Pantry 2019-10-09 11:31:05 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
Around 75 people enjoyed 13th annual Silent City event By Mike Watson The 13th Annual Silent City Tour went off without the proverbial 'hitch' Monday evening. There was fear that rain would cause a shift of the reenactments to the library, but as time neared, the sun peeked through the clouds, and the event proceeded as planned. The audience wandered across the old section of the Columbia Cemetery to hear four of the six presentations, the final two in the first expansion of the original cemetery. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2019-10-09 10:59:25 | Comments | Printable version
Senator Max Wise announces Town Hall dates Frankfort, KY - Today, Senator Max Wise (R-Campbellsville) announced the dates and locations of his upcoming town halls. The first upcoming Town Hall will be at the Adair County Public Library in Adair County on October 15, 2019 at 8:30amCT. "Town hall forums are a beneficial and transparent way for me to listen to my constituents and gain feedback from them on the issues that the General Assembly plans to tackle during the upcoming legislative session," Senator Wise said. "I am proud to have held these meetings every year since assuming office." The following are the dates and locations for the town halls: Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2019-10-09 10:27:27 | Comments | Printable version
Cook Wild Kentucky: How to Prepare Wild Game By Sean Southard Frankfort, KY - The Kentucky Department of Agriculture (KDA) and the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources are teaming up to raise awareness about "Cook Wild Kentucky," a new recipe card series from the University of Kentucky's (UK) College of Agriculture, Food and Environment aimed at educating Kentuckians on how to prepare wild game. "It is an unfortunate reality that 1 in 6 Kentuckians is food insecure, and at the Kentucky Department of Agriculture, we started the Kentucky Hunger Initiative to find new and engaging ways to combat hunger," Agriculture Commissioner Ryan Quarles said. "The Cook Wild Kentucky program fits in perfectly with the Kentucky Hunger Initiative. We are excited to join our friends at the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources, the University of Kentucky's Nutrition Education Program, Feeding Kentucky, and Kentucky Hunters for the Hungry to help educate folks on how they can cook up delicious meals using Kentucky game." Cook Wild Kentucky is a partnership of the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources, the UK Cooperative Extension Service, Kentucky Hunters for the Hungry, and Feeding Kentucky. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2019-10-09 10:17:04 | Comments | Printable version
Letter: Even more credit due Bobby D Morrison writes: Excellent update & report, Micheal, but you failed to give you and the Adair Heritage Association credit for your work, vision & coordination. --BobbyComments re photo 85402 Replacement window created and donated by GRWD 2019-10-09 09:44:14 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
Letter: A fitting tribute Victoria Pike writes: What a nice tribute to three people that did so much in their community. Cynthia, Ivy, and Willard did what many more should. They got involved and made a difference.Comments re photo 85420 New ramp at Adair County Food Pantry 2019-10-09 09:42:19 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
Local and regional authors coming Saturday to LWC By Mike Watson The third annual Adair County Annual Book Fair - People, Politics, Poetry & Prose - is Saturday, 12 October, 2019 at 10amCT in the Roberta D. Cranmer Dining & Conference Center, Lindsey Wilson College, 430 Helen Flatt Drive, off Lindsey Wilson Street, Columbia. Authors of many genres will be present to sign their books. The current list includes: Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2019-10-09 07:50:46 | Comments | Printable version
Marie Garnett, 82, Campbellsville, KY (1936-2019) Marie Garnett of Campbellsville passed away on Sunday, October 6, 2019. She was 82 years old. A private graveside service is planned for the family. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2019-10-09 07:29:57 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Dorothy VanDyke Barnett, 99, Taylor Co., KY native (1920-2019) Dorothy VanDyke Barnett of Alvaton passed away on Sunday, October 6, 2019. She was 99 years old. The funeral service will be held at 2pmET on Thursday, October 10, 2019 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home, 418 Lebanon Ave., Campbellsville, KY. Burial will follow in Brookside Cemetery. Visitation is requested from 10amET until 2pmET on Thursday, October 10, 2019 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2019-10-09 07:25:10 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Clean Diesel Grant Funding Announced School districts can apply for funding to replace older school buses. By John Mura/Kelly Lewis Frankfort, KY - The Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet (EEC) today announced the 2019 Kentucky Clean Diesel Grant Program, which will provide more than $320,000 to fund projects to reduce diesel emissions from aging school buses in the Commonwealth. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2019-10-09 07:13:45 | Comments | Printable version
Clearing skies today, high 77F It's currently 58F at the Adair County Mesonet station. It will be cloudy through mid morning today, then gradually clear, with a high near 77F and light and variable wind. Tonight should be mostly clear, with an overnight low around 55F. Thursday will be mostly sunny, with a high near 81F. Calm wind becoming south around 6 mph in the morning. Thursday night will bring partly cloudy skies, and a low around 55F. 2019-10-09 05:18:39 | Comments | Printable version
Today - WEDNESDAY with CM - 9 Oct 2019 Haiku by Robert Stone for October 9, 2019: Even invited--Robert Stone, Wednesday, 9 October 2019. -1000 haiku twice now, now on to more days, Day 2948 2019-10-09 05:16:09 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today
7-County Area Courts for Wed 9 Oct 2019 Local schedules for Circuit Courts, District Courts, for Wednesday, October 9, 2019, at a glance:
2019-10-09 05:15:29 | Comments | Printable version
Infant Car Seat Safety Check event to be held 24 Oct 2019 Adair County H.A.N.D.S. program and KSP Post 15 will be checking infant car seats for proper installation from 2-4pmCT on Thursday, October 24. The Safety Check will be done by registration or walk-in at the Adair County Health Department (lower parking lot), 801 Westlake Drive, Columbia, KY. Please call 270-384-2286 ext 3251 to register. While you are there learn how you can get a FREE car seat. 2019-10-09 03:07:17 | Comments | Printable version Birthdays and Anniversaries for October 9 Happy Anniversary, Billy and Hilda Smith (1970) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Anthony Lawhorn | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Brady Zane Blair (2005) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Courtney Cross | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Daniel Adams (1978) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Debbie Coffey | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Hunter Taylor | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jaymeson Hunt Corbin Harmon (2009) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Lindy Barr (1971) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Nelson Burton (1989) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Patricia Breeding (1981) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Richard Burris | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Sara Ann Lewis Baker | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Sara Lewis (1984) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Shelia George O'Banion | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Shelia O'Banion | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Steven Douglas Holt (2013) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tatum Reese Bolden | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jordan Lee Moore, Cumberland County, KY (1990-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kara Joyce Freeman, Campbellsvile, KY (2019-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Frances Hash, 77, Taylor Co., KY (1932) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Alton (John Boy) Creason, Green Co., KY (1935) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Artis Byrd, Casey Co., KY (1932) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jane Wood, Taylor Co., KY (1924) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Alfred "King Al" Blackman, Jr., Taylor Co., KY (1970) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Opal V. Miller Casey Co., KY (1922-2010) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Donnie Glenn Coomes Green Co., KY (1937) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Elymus Lewis, Taylor Co., KY (1917) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Alliene King Jones, Greensburg, KY (1928) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Shelia Curry, Taylor Co., KY (1960) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Virginia (Gin) Lois Clark, Green Co., KY (1928-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jean Maggard,, Adair Co., KY (1948-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Wanda Miller, Casey County, KY (1930-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ruth Pearl Huff, Russell Springs, KY (1932-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Betty Compton, Taylor Co., KY (1936-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Tal Lee Smith, 94, Edmonton, KY (1921-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Cunneen Poynter | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Virgie Ruth Spears Scott, Cumberland Co. KY (1935-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James E. Coyle, Russell County, KY (1967-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rhodena Lee Robertson Hart, Russell Co., KY (1938-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Esther Frances Warf Thompson Wiley, Green County, KY (1920-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Hazel Bastin, 87, Casey County, KY (1930-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Billy Michael Graham, 66, Columbia, KY (1954-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jimmy George (1955-1991) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kadeasha (Minnie) Miller, 28, Columbia, KY (1993-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Larry D. Clark, 67, Columbia, KY (1956-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Nora Ann Patterson, 78, Liberty, KY (1943-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Patsy Kuhn, 78, Columbia, KY (1946-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rachel E. Willis, 88, Columbia, KY (1933-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Tracy York-Murrell, 39, Columbia, KY (1984-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Verlee G. Miller, 93, Jamestown, KY (1927-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William Lee Rodgers, Jr., Casey County, KY (1943-2014) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Wednesday, October 9, 2019 All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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