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Daily News for Thursday, December 30, 2021
Sue Carol Gossage, 77, Russell County, KY (1944-2021) Sue Carol Gossage, of Russell Springs, passed away on Wednesday, December 29, 2021, at Russell County Hospital. She was 77 years of age. Sue was born October 10, 1944, in Greenwood, Indiana, daughter of the late Dorothy Watters Manuel. She enjoyed gardening, working in her flowers and her dogs. Sue loved spending time with her family. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2021-12-30 22:52:48 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Travel: Columbians spend Christmas in Utah By George Kolbenschlag Here are a couple of photos from our Christmas Trip to Snowbird Ski Resort with our three sons and their families and friends. Our son, George, is assistant manager of the ski school at Snowbird and we have been gathering there for Christmas for the past 20+ years. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2021-12-30 22:39:12 | Comments | Printable version
Cynthia Jane Goodman, 61, Metcalfe County, KY Cynthia Jane Goodman, 61, of Edmonton passed away Tuesday, December 28, 2021 at T.j. Samson Community Hospital in Glasgow. She was born October 17, 1960 to the late Eugene Lynn and Eloise Lynn Vance of Edmonton who survives. Besides her father she was preceded in death by three sisters - Patricia Emberton, Brenda Gettings and Tina Warf. Cynthia was a former employee of Vanguard Labs and a member of the Edmonton Methodist Church. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2021-12-30 22:35:59 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Fireplace safety: Where there's soot, there may soon be fire Professional chimney sweeps say any soot deposits more than a quarter-inch thick present a fire hazard. The soot, called creosote, is one of the top reasons for the thousands of fires involving fireplaces each year, according to the National Fire Protection Association. Creosote is flammable and should be cleaned out annually if the fireplace is used regularly. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2021-12-30 22:03:59 | Comments | Printable version
Ladies conference planned at Berean Church An upcoming ladies conference will be held at Berean Community Fellowship on January 14, 2022 from 6:30-9pmCT, and on January 15, 2022 from 8:30am-4pmCT. Lunch will be provided on Saturday. The church is located at 107 N. Reed Street in Columbia. 2021-12-30 21:45:10 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Church News
Gary Strange, 73, Campbellsville, KY (1948-2021) Gary Strange of Campbellsville passed away on December 28, 2021. He was 73 years old. The funeral service will be held at 1pmET on Monday, January 3, 2022, at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home, 418 Lebanon Ave., Campbellsville, KY, officiated by Dr. James E. Jones and Bro. Haywood Riner. Burial will follow in Campbellsville Memorial Gardens. Visitation is requested from 5pmET until 8pmET on Sunday, January 2, 2022, at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2021-12-30 17:57:41 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Lisa Campbell Sallee, 54, Campbellsville, KY (1967-2021) Lisa Campbell Sallee of Campbellsville passed away on Sunday, December 26, 2021. She was 54 years old. The memorial service will be held at 7pmET on Friday, December 31, 2021, at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home, 418 Lebanon Ave., Campbellsville, KY, officiated by Bro. Mike Gribbins. Visitation is requested from 5pmET until 7pmET on Friday, December 31, 2021 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2021-12-30 17:53:57 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Taylor among counties approved for additional SNAP benefits By Crystal Staley/Susan Dunlap Frankfort, KY - Gov. Andy Beshear announced today that Disaster SNAP benefits have been approved for Kentuckians who live or work in 14 counties impacted by the Dec. 10-11 tornadic storms, and two other counties are on standby to be added in the near future. "We really appreciate the extra assistance from the federal government to ensure our Kentucky families who have lost so much are able to have access to healthy food at this time," said Gov. Beshear. "When you're worried about how to rebuild your home and your life, you shouldn't have the extra burden of worrying about your next meal." A Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or D-SNAP waiver, has been approved by the U.S. Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Service. Applications may be submitted beginning Jan. 5, 2022 for short-term food help for individuals and families living or working in Caldwell, Christian, Fulton, Graves, Hart, Hickman, Hopkins, Logan, Lyon, Marshall, Muhlenberg, Ohio, Taylor and Warren counties. Kentuckians residing or working in Barren and Marion County will have an opportunity to apply at a later date. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2021-12-30 17:48:07 | Comments | Printable version
Lucas David Smith, 50, Lexington, KY (1971-2021) Note: a more complete obituary has been posted here: Lucas David Smith, 50, Cumberland Co., KY (1971-2022) Lucas David Smith of Lexington passed away on Tuesday, December 28, 2021 at Good Samaritan Hospital in Lexington. He was 50 years old. Cremation has been chosen, and a service will be held at a later date. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2021-12-30 17:43:01 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
ACSO: Investigation leads to multiple drug arrests By Sheriff Josh Brockman Adair County Sheriff's Office On Wednesday, December 29, 2021, at approximately 9pmCT, Adair County Sheriff's Office Deputies Tracy McCarol and Kenny Perkins, along with Trooper Jake Harper, arrived at a residence off of Rolling Hills, 7 miles north of Columbia. They were joined by Sheriff Josh Brockman on scene. The Adair County Sheriff's Office had received multiple complaints and tips of possible drug trafficking in the area, and had initiated an investigation into the complaints. Deputies established probable cause that there were narcotics on the property, and after further investigation, a search was granted on the property. Located during the search was a large quantity of suspected methamphetamine, heroin, fentanyl and marijuana. Over a pound of the substances was seized, and it will be sent to KY State Police Crime Lab for positive ID. The street value of the drugs could be as much as $30,000, depending on how it is packaged. The Adair County Sheriff's Office arrested 3 individuals for drug trafficking. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2021-12-30 17:38:25 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Letter: What the little flags mean Kathryn Krug solved a mystery around little flags that have been appearing in yards around town: The small flags are indicators that utilities will be putting in new lines. 2021-12-30 15:50:50 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
Twana Lee Hadley, 67, Russell County, KY (1954-2021) Twana Lee Hadley of Russell Springs, passed away Wednesday December 29, 2021. She was 67 years of age. Born July 17, 1954, in Danville, she was a daughter of the late Kenneth and Vircena Stephens Hadley. Twana was a member of Cedar Springs Baptist Church. She had a love for dogs and horses. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2021-12-30 15:42:41 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Walk About, Chapter Six Darlene Franklin-Campbell's new novel, Walk About, is being posted online chapter-by-chapter, for people to read for free. Previous Chapter: Walk About, Chapter Five, or start at the beginning: Walk About: Chapter One. Chapter Six By Darlene Franklin-Campbell "Where the devil is Pinkie taking us?" Rosie asked. She sat in the passenger seat of Ace's Mustang. "We've stopped at every creek, pond and river we've come to, throwing car parts and stuff away. Why's she having us do such weird stuff? We've been on the road four daggum days! My butt is sore and I haven't peed in the last three hours. I'm liable to get a urinary tract infection." They followed the car in front of them as Pinky turned off from the main highway onto a one lane gravel road that was little more than a dirt path. "I don't know," Ace said, "but she better not cause me to drag the bottom out of my car." Then Pinky stopped in a clearing near a dilapidated barn. She got out. Ace pulled up beside her and she and Rosie started to get out, but Pinky motioned for them to stay, shaking her head and holding up her palm. Rosie got back in and slammed the door. "Why does she get to boss us around?" "Maybe because she knows these people and we don't," Ace said. Pinkie put her fingers in her mouth and whistled. Then she turned back to her sisters, again holding up a palm that signaled for them to wait. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2021-12-30 13:34:15 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Books
Boil Water Advisory issued for Fairplay Road area UPDATE: Boil Water Advisor lifted for Fairplay Road area From Columbia Adair Utilities District Date Issued: 12/30/2021 Time Issued: 11:45 A.M. The advisory has been issued due to main line leak. Following such an event, the potential exists for bacteriological contamination of the water supply therefore this Boil Water Advisory has been issued as a precautionary measure. Until further notice, boil all water used for drinking and cooking, bringing the water to a rolling boil for three minutes before using. This advisory will remain in effect until the situation has been corrected and test results have shown the water to be of an acceptable quality. For more information concerning the Boil Water Advisory, contact Lennon Stone at Columbia Adair Utilities District, 270-384-2181. 2021-12-30 13:28:52 | Comments | Printable version
Sue Bravard, 70, Jamestown, KY (1951-2021) Sue Bravard, 70, of Jamestown, KY, passed away Wednesday, December 29, 2021 at Russell County Hospital, Russell Springs. She was born in Jamestown, KY on March 27, 1951, a daughter of the late Lena Mae Brumley. She was the wife of Mark Bravard, of Jamestown, KY Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2021-12-30 12:58:17 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Letter: in response to Billy Joe Fudge picture Steve Coomer writes: Billy Joe has seen a rare phenomena known as a Fallstreak hole! Very cool!Re - Kentucky Color: Hole in the Sky 2021-12-30 12:54:41 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
Weldon Lee Baker Jr, 65, Cumberland County, KY (1956-2021) Weldon Lee Baker Jr, age 65, of Burkesville, KY passed away on Monday, December 27, 2021 at his residence. Weldon was born on January 09, 1956 in Cumberland County, KY to the late Weldon Lee Baker Sr and Hellen Gray Baker. He was an oil well driller, enjoyed hunting and fishing and spending time with his grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2021-12-30 12:40:28 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
City Council Meeting, Tuesday 4 January 2022 The Columbia City Council will hold their regular monthly meeting at 6pmCT on Tuesday, January 4, 2022, at City Hall, 116 Campbellsville Street, Columbia, KY. The public is welcome at the council meeting. Social distancing and masking are recommended but not required. Meeting Agenda: Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2021-12-30 09:43:45 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
CDC Updates isolation/quarantine period for general population By Sam Price Lake Cumberland District Health Department As you may have heard, the CDC has made some significant changes to isolation and quarantine guidance. Please take some time to review the information. We at the Health Department are working on updating our documents to reflect these changes. We will keep you notified as information evolves. If You Test Positive for COVID-19 (Isolate) (Applies to everyone, regardless of vaccination status.) Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2021-12-30 09:33:38 | Comments | Printable version
Gov: $2.1M in grants to stop sexual assault, domestic violence By Morgan Hall Frankfort, KY - On December 29, 2021, Gov. Andy Beshear and Justice and Public Safety Cabinet Secretary Kerry Harvey announced more than $2.1 million in grant funding has been awarded to 30 agencies across Kentucky to stop sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking as well as to enhance victim services. The Governor said it is unacceptable that on average, 20 people per minute are abused by an intimate partner in the United States, and in Kentucky more than 45% of women and 35% of men experience intimate partner physical violence or rape in their lifetimes. "We must end violent crime and sexual assault," said Gov. Beshear. "These funds help us work together to end it and build that better Kentucky we all want." The federal Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Services, Training, Officers, Prosecution (STOP) Formula Grant Program are awarded to law enforcement, prosecution, judicial strategies and victim services throughout Kentucky. Funds are received from the Office on Violence Against Women (OVW), a component of the U.S. Department of Justice. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2021-12-30 09:25:08 | Comments | Printable version
Gerald Palmer (Jerry) York, 65, Greensburg, KY (1956-2021) Gerald Palmer "Jerry" York of Greensburg passed away on Tuesday, December 28, 2021 at the T.J. Sampson Hospital in Glasgow, Kentucky. He was 65 years old. The funeral services for Gerald Palmer "Jerry" York will be conducted at 1pmCT on Saturday at the Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home, 206 S. Main St., Greensburg, KY. Visitation is requested from 3pmCT until 8pmCT on Friday at the Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home, and will continue after 7amCT on Saturday until time of the funeral service. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2021-12-30 09:19:25 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Shirley Claywell, 74, Burkesville, KY (1947-2021) Shirley Claywell, age 74, of Burkesville, Kentucky passed away on Tuesday, December 28, 2021 at Cumberland County Hospital. Shirley was born on July 26, 1947 in Cumberland County, KY to the late Charlie Elbert Melton and Betty Anderson Melton. She was a CNA for Cumberland County Hospital for twenty years and a member of Liberty United Methodist Church. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by two brothers, Orville Melton and Robert Melton. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2021-12-30 08:15:21 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Kaylee Tennison Frost, 28, Hodgenville, KY (1993-2021) Kaylee Tennison Frost of Hodgenville, and formerly of Columbia, passed away on Tuesday, December 28, 2021 at University of Kentucky Hospital in Lexington, KY. Funeral services will be held at 1pmCT on Friday, December 31, 2021, at Trinity United Methodist Church, 2418 Campbellsville Road, Columbia, KY, with burial to follow in the Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be on Thursday from 2pmCT until 8pmCT, and will continue on Friday from 9amCT until 1pmCT at Trinity United Methodist Church. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2021-12-30 07:54:35 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
COVID-19 News Brief & Vaccination Update 12/29/2021 By Sam Price Lake Cumberland District Health Department Due to the New Year's holiday, LCDHD offices will be closed on Thursday and Friday, December 30 and 31. There will be no reports available on those dates, but reports will resume on Monday, January 3. LCDHD staff will continue to work positive cases reported over the weekend. The Omicron variant of COVID-19 was identified in Kentucky recently. It will only be a matter of time before it becomes the dominant strain here. While it seems it is highly transmissible, vaccination is still the best strategy to protect yourself and your families from serious illness and possible hospitalization. If you have not yet received your vaccination, please consider getting it now. Also, remember that boosters are strongly recommended for everyone after 6 months. Of today's 187 reported cases, 127 (70%) were unvaccinated and 31 of today's cases (17%) were in individuals 18 years of age or younger. Please take the necessary precautions to protect yourself and your loved ones. Consider getting the vaccine if you are eligible and haven't, and wear a mask when in indoor settings where there are large crowds. Statewide Testing Positivity Rate: 14.46%. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2021-12-30 07:50:15 | Comments | Printable version
Partly sunny today, high 62F It's currently 52F at the Adair County Mesonet station. Watch out for areas of dense fog before 9amCT this morning. Otherwise, it will be partly sunny today, with a high near 62F and calm wind becoming southwest around 5 mph. Tonight will be mostly cloudy, with an overnight low around 51F. Calm wind becoming south around 6 mph after midnight. Friday will be partly sunny, with a 40 percent chance of showers, and thunderstorms also possible after 3pmCT. Friday's high will be near 69F, with south wind 6 to 10 mph. Friday night will bring a 90 percent chance of showers and possibly a thunderstorm. The overnight low will be around 57F with southwest wind 6 to 9 mph. 2021-12-30 07:48:32 | Comments | Printable version
Haiku by Robert Stone for December 30, 2021 Common sense advice,--Robert Stone, Thursday, 30 December 2021. -1000 haiku thrice now, more days coming up, Day 3761 2021-12-30 07:44:47 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today
7-County Area Courts for Thu 30 Dec 2021 Local schedules for Circuit Courts, District Courts, for Thursday, December 30, 2021, at a glance:
2021-12-30 07:44:09 | Comments | Printable version Birthdays and Anniversaries for December 30 Business Anniversary: Sleep Inn & Suites, Columbia, KY. (2016) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Adam Womack | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Angie Pierce (1973) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Bradley Caldwell (1980) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Bryan Harvey (1976) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Carolyn Hinkle, (1949) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Charles Cole | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Dewayne Curry | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Ellie Marian Staten (2011) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Ethan Brooks Compton (2008) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Fannie B. Shaw | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jacob Kessinger (2003) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, James Brian Coomer 1972 | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jimmy C. Young (1947) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jordan Christopher Travis Baker (1988) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Lacey Smith | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Larry Edward White | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, LouAnn Russell | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Mylee Bell (2006) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Rachel Waggener (1980) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Sebastian Alexander Bingham Hancock (2008) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tyler Sandusky | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Karen Kinnaird, Liberty, KY (1947-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Charlotte Ann Ross, Russell Springs, KY (1944-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Betty Jean Cornett, Walton, KY (1943-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lenwood Graves, Taylor Co., KY (1921) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Carl Rich Thompson, Green Co. KY (1926-2011) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Robert C. (Bob) Marshall, Adair Co., KY, native (1946 | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Shirley Rose Buis Chadwell, Casey Co., KY (1938) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Joe Durham Blakeman, Green Co., KY (1929) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Ann M. Huntsman, Greensburg, KY (1935-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Hazel Hall, Casey County, KY (1926-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Marie Grant, Adair County, KY (1928-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Billy Joe Parnell, 66, Adair County, KY (1947-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Betty Jean Jones, Green County, KY (1935-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Hazel Cravens Arnold, Sano, KY native (1929-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Larry D. Huckaby, Russell Co., KY (1934-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Charles Jessee, 83, formerly of Columbia, KY (1932-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Cora Jane Gibson Rice, 51, Glasgow, KY (1964-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Daryl Clayton Nichols, 69, Russell Co., KY (1947-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Patricia Faye Oakes, 71, Russell Co., KY (1945-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mike Barbee, 57, Taylor Co./Adair Co. native (1959-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Edith Richards, 67, Russell County, KY (1950-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Beatrice Blankenship Light, 92, Taylor Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bobby Beard, 82, Adair Co., KY (1939-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Brandon Dial, 39, Columbia, KY (1984-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, David Michael (Mike) Kelly, Metcalfe Co., KY (1956-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kathy Graham, 60, Campbellsville, KY (1961-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Larry E. White, 65, Columbia, KY (1958-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Wayne Hatcher, 77, Columbia, KY (1943-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Thursday, December 30, 2021 All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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