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Daily News for Monday, October 4, 2021
Football: LWC ranked #1 for fifth straight week By Kyle Jackson The Lindsey Wilson football team (4-0, 1-0 MSC Bluegrass Division) remained at the top of the rankings for the fifth straight week in the latest NAIA Football FirstDown PlayBook Top-25 poll, officials at the national office announced on Monday. The Blue Raiders received 444 voting points in the poll and 18 first-place votes. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2021-10-04 20:50:18 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
Rhonda Lee Turner, 71, Cave City, KY (1949-2021) Rhonda Lee (Cole) Turner of Cave City, formerly of Columbia, passed away on Monday, October 4, 2021 at her home. She was 71 years old. A private graveside service will be in the Cave City Cemetery. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2021-10-04 20:46:48 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Freeman Dile, 91, Columbia, KY (1930-2021) Freeman Dile of Columbia passed away on Saturday, October 2, 2021 at his home. He was 91 years old. The funeral service will be held at 1pmCT on Thursday, October 7, 2021, at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home, 200 Campbellsville Street, Columbia, KY, with Bro. Bobby Withers officiating. Burial will follow in Haven Hill Cemetery. Visitation is requested after 5pmCT on Wednesday. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2021-10-04 20:43:11 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Gov. Beshear: kynect State-Based Exchange Opens Starting Nov. 1 Kentuckians can apply, enroll in benefits through the Kentucky marketplace at kynect.ky.gov By Crystal Staley/Susan Dunlap Frankfort, KY - Taking another major step forward in his commitment to provide quality health care to Kentuckians, Gov. Andy Beshear announced Monday kynect, the state-based health insurance exchange, will reopen Nov. 1, 2021, to provide Kentuckians easier access to health coverage and other benefits. The move, approved recently by the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), allows Kentuckians to access and compare state-managed health care options, apply for coverage and complete their enrollment all on one convenient platform at kynect.ky.gov. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2021-10-04 20:40:01 | Comments | Printable version
Letter: Great job by Gabe Celia Stuart writes: Gabe Coleman sure did a fine job when he asked for a new sign and this is a great job!Comments re: Scout sign project completed: a letter of thanks 2021-10-04 20:36:55 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
Manufacturing Month spotlights rapidly growing sector By Crystal Staley/Jack Mazurak Frankfort, KY - Kentucky's economy is growing at a record-breaking pace, and the state's manufacturing sector stands at the center of that success. Today, Gov. Andy Beshear issued a proclamation designating October as Manufacturing Month in the commonwealth in recognition of the sector's nearly 5,000 facilities across the state. "We are setting a new standard for economic growth in Kentucky, and we are doing it with manufacturers from virtually every industry," Gov. Beshear said. "Manufacturing is absolutely vital to our long-term vision for the commonwealth, and that is reflected by the significant number of Kentuckians employed within the sector. We are positioning Kentucky for economic growth well into the future, and manufacturing will continue to be at an integral part of that effort. I want to thank each and every manufacturer across our state for contributing to our tremendous economic success." Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2021-10-04 20:35:30 | Comments | Printable version
Paul Abston, 71, Columbia, KY (1950-2021) Paul Abston of Columbia passed away on Saturday, October 2, 2021, at his home. He was 71 years old. The funeral service will be held at 11amCT on Wednesday, October 6, 2021, at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home, 200 Campbellsville Street, Columbia, KY, with Bro. Steve Martin officiating. Burial will follow in Union Cemetery. Visitation is requested after 9amCT on Wednesday. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2021-10-04 20:33:08 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Arthur Earl Jackson, 52, Danville, KY (1968-2021) Arthur Earl Jackson of Danville passed away on Friday, October 1, 2021 at Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center in Danville. He was 52 years old. The family has chosen cremation, and no public service or visitation will be held at this time. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2021-10-04 20:30:01 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Kathy Piercy, 60, Columbia, KY (1961-2021) Kathy (McGaha) Piercy of Columbia passed away on Thursday, September 30, 2021 at TJ Samson Community Hospital in Glasgow. She was 60 years old. The funeral service and burial will be private. The family requests that all attendees wear a facial covering. Visitation is requested on Monday, October 4, 2021 from 5pmCT until 8pmCT at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2021-10-04 20:26:53 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
National 4-H Week Proclamation By Tony Rose, Agent for 4-H Youth Development Adair County Cooperative Extension Service Adair County Judge Executive Gale Cowan and Columbia Mayor Pam Hoots signed a proclamation on Thursday, September 30, 2021, proclaiming October 3-9, 2021, as National 4-H Week throughout Adair County, Kentucky. They were joined at the signing by members of the 4-H Youth Leadership Program. National 4-H Week Proclamation: Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2021-10-04 18:13:37 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
CPD: 2021 Trick or Treat times for Columbia By Officer Adam Cravens, PIO Columbia Police Department Trick or Treating in Columbia has been set for Saturday, October 30, 2021, between the hours of 4pmCT and 7pmCT. The Columbia Police Department would encourage motorists to drive with caution on that night, as children and parents will be stopping often with many also walking the streets throughout the evening. We would also encourage parents and children to stay safe and be attentive to their surroundings during the evening. 2021-10-04 18:04:18 | Comments | Printable version
Silent City 2021: Milton P. Wheat by Mike Watson The fourth video in The Silent City Cemetery Tour 2021 features Milton P. Wheat, presented by Mike Watson All four videos in The Silent City Cemetery Tour 2021:
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Letter: Thank you, Gabe! Mike Watson writes: This was a labor of love, of that I feel certain. Gabe presented his proposal, stated the need, and outlined the follow through. Then did just that--followed through. This is a great new sign for Columbia, showing we care for our people, heritage and businesses.Comments re: Scout sign project completed: a letter of thanks 2021-10-04 11:52:54 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
Silent City 2021: J. W. Hurt by Dave Thomas The third video in The Silent City Cemetery Tour 2021 features J. W. Hurt, presented by Dave Thomas All four videos in The Silent City Cemetery Tour 2021:
2021-10-04 11:14:47 | Comments | Printable version
CPD: September 2021 Activity Report By Officer Adam Cravens, PIO Columbia Police Department The Columbia Police Department has released its activity report for September 2021:
2021-10-04 11:14:08 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Rose Wright, 91, Campbellsville, KY (1929-2021) Rose Wright of Campbellsville passed away on Friday, October 1, 2021 in Greensburg. She was 91 years old. The funeral service will be held at 11amET on Saturday, October 9, 2021 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home, 418 Lebanon Ave., Campbellsville, KY, officiated by Dr. James E. Jones. Burial will follow in Campbellsville Memorial Gardens. Visitation is requested from 5pmET until 8pmET on Friday, October 8, 2021 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2021-10-04 10:12:16 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Silent City 2021: Sallie Rey Marcum by Leeann Jessee The second video in the Silent City Cemetery Tour 2021 features Sallie Rey Marcum, presented by Leeann Jessee. All four videos in The Silent City Cemetery Tour 2021:
2021-10-04 10:05:28 | Comments | Printable version
McGaha to speak at CU Chapel on October 6 By Gerard Flanagan Campbellsville, KY - Vernie McGaha, a former Kentucky state senator, will speak at Campbellsville University's chapel at 10amET on Wednesday, October 6, 2021, in Ransdell Chapel, 401 N. Hoskins Ave., Campbellsville as part of the university's Heritage Day. A 1965 graduate of Adair County High School, McGaha studied music at Campbellsville College and graduated in 1969 with a bachelor of science degree. He received his master's degree in 1971 from Western Kentucky University and his Rank 1 from WKU in 1973. McGaha represented Kentucky's 15th Senate District, which included Adair, Casey, Russell and Pulaski counties, from 1997 to 2013. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2021-10-04 10:04:44 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Campbellsville University
Silent City 2021: Elijah Stapp Creel by Richard Phelps The first video in the Silent City Cemetery Tour 2021 features Elijah Stapp Creel, presented by Richard Phelps. All four videos in The Silent City Cemetery Tour 2021:
2021-10-04 09:58:27 | Comments | Printable version
Monthly siren test cancelled By Mike Keltner, Director Adair Co. Emergency Management The October monthly siren test has been conducted silently. The audible test, which is usually scheduled for the first Monday of the month, will be cancelled. 2021-10-04 07:31:55 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
Silent City Tour 2021: In-person performances cancelled By Mike Watson The Silent City Tour for 2021 has been canceled due to health concerns as numbers of positive Covid-19 cases continue to increase. The presenters were ready to go, but in the best interest of the audience, the decision was made to use the alternative method of presentation--video posted via YouTube. The presenters this year are: LeeAnn Jessee as Sara "Sallie" Rae Marcum, Dave Thomas as J.W. Hurt, Richard Phelps as Elijah Creel, and Mike Watson as Milton P. Wheat. To access the four presentations at any time after they are posted on Monday: Access YouTube.com then search "Silent City Tour 2021" or go to the Adair County Public Library YouTube channel to find the 2021 presentations as well as the Silent City Tours of 2016 and 2020. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2021-10-04 07:19:48 | Comments | Printable version
KY Afield Video: Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) Q&A Special October 2, 2021 Full Show: Chronic Wasting Disease, or CWD, has not been detected in Kentucky, but it is close to our border. A panel of experts discusses CWD and answer CWD related questions from viewers. 2021-10-04 07:18:07 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Ky Afield Outdoors
Bowling: LWC Men finish 16th in Southern Baker Classic By Kyle Jackson Bowling Green, KY - The Lindsey Wilson men's bowling team finished 16th after the second day of the Mid-South Conference Southern Baker Classic at Southern Lanes. Lindsey Wilson knocked down 6,645 pins over 40 baker games. In baker scoring, each of the five bowlers on a team bowls in two frames during the game. The first bowler bowls the 1st and 6th frames, the second bowler bowls the 2nd and 7th frames, etc. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2021-10-04 07:14:51 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
Partly sunny today, chance of afternoon storms, high 77F It's currently 64F at the Adair County Mesonet station. Watch out for patchy fog before 7amCT. Otherwise it will be partly sunny today, with a 30 percent chance of afternoon showers and thunderstorms, and a high near 77F. Southwest wind 3 to 7 mph. Tonight will be partly cloudy, with a 10 percent chance of evening showers and a low around 59F and calm wind. Patchy fog could develop again after 2amCT. Tuesday will be mostly cloudy, with showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm, and a high near 77F. Calm wind becoming east around 6 mph in the afternoon. Tuesday night will be mostly cloudy, with a 70 percent chance of showers and possibly a thunderstorm. The overnight low will be around 62F, with calm wind. 2021-10-04 07:12:55 | Comments | Printable version
Haiku by Robert Stone for October 4, 2021 Stubborn will tell you,--Robert Stone, Monday, 4 October 2021. -1000 haiku thrice now, more days coming up, Day 3674 2021-10-04 07:09:23 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today
7-County Area Courts for Mon 4 Oct 2021 Local schedules for Circuit Courts, District Courts, for Monday, October 4, 2021, at a glance:
2021-10-04 07:08:35 | Comments | Printable version Birthdays and Anniversaries for October 4 Happy Anniversary, Wendell and Brenda Hadley (1963) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Aidan Grant (2005) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Butch Watkins | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Dwayne Hargis | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Laveda Taylor, 1926 | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Molly Elizabeth Green (1991) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Stan Smock | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Steven Breeding (1984) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tina Karnes Dial | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Verlon Allbright (1918) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Wes Irvin | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bertie Coomer, 96, Adair Co., KY (1918-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, H. C. Boss Gore, Adair Co. native (1934-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Betty-Lou Wethington, Columbia, KY (1935-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Harry Lonzo Walker, formerly of Greensburg, KY (1930-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Katie Pyles, Taylor Co., KY (1942) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Logan Turner Gaddie, Taylor County, KY (1914) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kenneth (Jack) Collins, Taylor Co., KY; Adair Co., KY native (1930) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Elizabeth Land Turpin, 98, Casey Co., KY (1916-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Linda Kay Marrs, 57, Taylor County, KY (1957-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Samantha Lynn Young, 23, Columbia, KY (1991-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In memory birthday, Dorothy Murrell Durham, Casey Co., KY (1936-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Peggy Cain, 56, Russell County, KY (1959-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ricky Dean Dudley, 56, Adair County, KY (1960-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Thomas (Tom) Acoya, 47, Casey County, Ky, (1970-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Darrison -D.S.- Bowling, 72, Taylor Co., KY (1945-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. J.V. Lile, Green County, KY (1931-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Clyde Barkley Satterly, Taylor County, KY (1942) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Elaine C. George (1950-2008) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, George (Hack) Monday, Casey Co., KY (1933-2011) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Irvin Lee Daniel, 57, Campbellsville, KY (1962-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James G. (Jimmy) Shively, 75, Columbia, KY native (1945-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jennifer Gwyn Keltner | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jessaphine Donan, 88, Breeding, KY native (1935-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jesse Leslie Bernard, 62, Jamestown, KY (1958-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jewell Burton (1925) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Judith Marie Gabehart, 79, Campbellsville, KY (1942-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Marvin Glidewell, 89, Campbellsville, KY (1933-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Patricia Anne Lee Vanarsdall, 60, Greensburg, KY (1962-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Pauline McGinnis, 82, Campbellsville, KY (1938-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rev. William C Reed, 73, Campbellsville, KY (1949-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sharlene Cowan Burton (Oct. 4, 1955-Nov. 23, 1975) | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Monday, October 4, 2021 All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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