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Daily News for Wednesday, July 21, 2021
Legislative panel takes pulse of first responders By Jim Hannah, LRC Frankfort, KY - Kentucky lawmakers heard testimony today on how first responders across the state have held up during COVID-19. "Our EMS agencies have struggled with a multitude of challenges," said Michael Poynter, executive director of the Kentucky Board of Emergency Medical Services. He was testifying before the Interim Joint Committee on Veterans, Military Affairs and Public Protection. Poynter rattled off the challenges. They include employees unable to work due to quarantine, shortages of personal protective equipment and the additional costs of it all. Many of the challenges were echoed by representatives for firefighters, the Kentucky Fraternal Order of Police and Kentucky State Police - all of whom testified at the meeting. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2021-07-21 18:33:50 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Politics
Governor orders flags to half-staff Thurs for Carney and Buford By Sebastian Kitchen Frankfort, KY - Gov. Andy Beshear has ordered flags at all state buildings to be lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset Thursday, July 22, in honor of two state legislators who passed away this month:
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LWC Men's Cross Country 2020 Rewind By Kyle Jackson The Lindsey Wilson men's cross country team competed and won all three events they participated in during their 2020 regular season. The Blue Raiders continued their season with a third-place finish at the Mid-South Conference Championships and a 38th program appearance in the NAIA Nationals. Levi Owens recorded the top individual finishing spot for the Blue Raiders, notching first place at the Chick-Fil-A Invitational. Owens also rolled in the best individual finishing time for Lindsey Wilson of 25:59.7 at the NAIA Nationals. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2021-07-21 15:04:37 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
Schools and first responders discuss school safety practices From Adair County Schools On July 19, 2021, over 40 community first responders, state and regional representatives and school administrators came together to discuss safe schools practices. Everything from fire drills to lockdown procedures and bus practices were discussed, reviewed and adjusted as needed. Robbie Harmon, Adair County Schools Safe Schools Coordinator says, "This meeting is an annual occurrence to make sure that there are open lines of communication between our schools and first responders." He goes on to say, "We live in a community that truly believes in collaboration and knows the value of school safety. This is such a blessing for our students, staff, visitors and community as a whole." The meeting agenda included discussion over current practices in most every emergency situation. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2021-07-21 13:34:09 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
TJRH Senior Health Fair, Thu 29 July 2021 By Stacey Biggs T.J. Regional Health will be hosting a Senior Health Fair at Lera B. Mitchell Clubhouse located at 1214 South Green Street, Glasgow, KY, from 7amCT to NoonCT on Thursday, July 29, 2021. The health fair is free for any community member that is 60 years of age or older. The health fair will include a lipid panel that includes total cholesterol, HDL, LDL, Triglycerides and Glucose. The free event will also have bone density screenings, height and weight checks, blood pressure and body mass index. You are asked not to eat or drink the morning of the test. Join us for giveaways, health education and a free lunch. Registration is encouraged and you can do so online at tjregionalhealth.org or by calling 270.651.1111. 2021-07-21 13:23:09 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Health Care
Letter: Dwarf Chicory Billy Joe Fudge writes: Wild annual Endive known as Dwarf Chicory. It is within the Sunflower family and being kin to dandelions, it's leaves are edible.Comments re: Wildflower ID requested 2021-07-21 13:09:36 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
Letter: Picasso in motion Donna Rieder writes: Commenting on George Kolbenschlag's photos of the Atlanta Aquarium, it IS spectacular. I went often when I lived there. The jellyfish are surreal, they look like a Picasso in motion.Comments re: 2021-07-21 09:36:11 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
Storage building fire contained in Campbellsville By Chris Taylor, Chief Campbellsville Fire-Rescue Campbellsville Fire-Rescue was dispatched to a report of a Multi Unit Storage Facility structure fire Saturday, July 17, 2021 on Laura Sue Humphress Drive. Upon arrival, firefighters found heavy smoke and flames coming from the attic and eves of the building. Firefighters made an interior attack on the fire and contained the fire to two individual units. Firefighters extinguished the fire and provided overhaul. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2021-07-21 07:32:51 | Comments | Printable version
Margaret Robertson, 68, Jamestown, KY (1952-2021) Margaret Robertson of Jamestown passed away on Monday, July 19, 2021, at her residence. She was 68 years old. A religious service will be held at 1pmCT on Thursday, July 22, 2021, at H.E. Pruitt Memory Chapel, 202 N. Main St., Jamestown, KY, with Bro. Herl D. Robertson and Bro. Stevie Roy officiating. Interment will follow at Jamestown Cemetery Jamestown, KY. Friends may visit on Thursday from 11amCT until the time of the funeral service at 1pmCT at H.E. Pruitt Memory Chapel. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2021-07-21 07:32:34 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Sunny/hazy today, high 88F It's currently 63F at the Adair County Mesonet station. It will be sunny today, with patchy fog before 7amCT and widespread haze throughout the day. The high will be near 88F, with calm wind becoming north 5 to 7 mph in the afternoon. Tonight will be mostly clear, with an overnight low around 64F and north wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening. Thursday will be sunny, with widespread haze again, and a high near 88F. Calm wind becoming northeast around 6 mph in the morning. Thursday night will be mostly clear, with an overnight low around 65F and light east wind. 2021-07-21 07:02:03 | Comments | Printable version
Haiku by Robert Stone for July 21, 2021 Though sternly rebuffed.--Robert Stone, Wednesday, 21 July 2021. -1000 haiku thrice now, more days coming up, Day 3599 2021-07-21 06:58:58 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today
7-County Area Courts for Wed 21 Jul 2021 Local schedules for Circuit Courts, District Courts, for Wednesday, July 21, 2021, at a glance:
2021-07-21 06:58:15 | Comments | Printable version Birthdays and Anniversaries for July 21 Happy Anniversary, Marshall Lee Burton and Gola Burton (2010) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Chandler Wilson | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, J.D. Zornes | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Logan Bishop (2008) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Lonnie Grant (1999) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Luke Meadows | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Millard Eldon Kinnett (1927) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Sandra Denton (1969) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Trish Aaon | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, twins Donnie and Ronnie Grider (1946) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, William R.Feese | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Annie Grider Coffey and Fannie Grider McKinley, twin sisters, Russell Co., KY (1919) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Barbara Jean Eads, 69, Dunnville, KY (1952-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bethany Anne Mann, Taylor Co., KY (1980-2011) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Betty Wayne Gaddie, Taylor Co., KY (1943-2014) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Brenda Jean Watson, 76, Taylor County, KY (1942-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Emily Jean Shumpert, 43, Metcalfe Co., KY (1973-2016) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Eugene Frederick Land, Taylor County, KY (1924-2014) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, George Oliver Griffith, Casey Co., KY (1924-2011) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, George Willliam (Bill) Berge, Jr., 83, Burkesville, KY (1931-2015) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Gladys Viola Schlosnagle Broadwater, Burkesville, KY (1918-2014) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jack (Punkin) Hancock (July 21, 1947-October 28, 1993) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jason Adam Willis, Russell Co., KY, Adair native (1980-2014) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, JC Coomer, 80, Columbia, KY (1942-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jessica York, 39, Campbellsville, KY (1982-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jewell Penick, Green Co., KY (1944-2015) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Joyce Zimmerman, Russell County, KY (1940-2014) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Leslie Sinclair, Jr., 87, Adair County, KY (1927-2014) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lonnie J. Hudson, 80, Casey County, KY (1937-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lynnwood Benningfield, 66, Greensburg, KY (1955-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Martina Sue Burns, 43, Russell Springs, KY (1978-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Audrey Brady, 89, Taylor County, KY (1929-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary V. Cordy, 71, Russell Co., KY (1945-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Patricia Ann (Pat) Monday, 68, Liberty, KY (1952-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Robert Dale (Bob) Harris, 70, Cumberland Co., KY (1946-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ronnie Wethington, Dunnville, KY (1941-2011) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rosie Brady Roberts, 81, Campbellsville, KY (1940-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ruby Janell Curry Montgomery, Green Co., KY native (1928-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Wendy Bricken, 64, Taylor Co., KY (1950-2015) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William Newcomb, 88, Taylor County, KY (1931-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Zane Spires, 78, Columbia, KY (1937-2015) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Wednesday, July 21, 2021 All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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