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Wednesday, March 23, 2022
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Dalton Lane Gilbert, 16, Columbia, KY (2005-2022)

Dalton Lane Gilbert of Columbia died on Monday, March 21, 2022 at U.K. Medical Center in Lexington from injuries received in an automobile accident on Sunday in Adair County. He was 16 years old.

The funeral service will be held at 2pmCT on Friday, March 25, 2022, Adair County High School, 526 Indian Dr, Columbia, KY, with Bro. Daniel Nissley and Bro. Clay Scott officiating. Burial will follow in Fudge Cemetery.

Visitation is requested after 10amCT on Friday at Adair County High School.


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2022-03-23 17:12:24 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

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Dalton Lane Gilbert, 16, Columbia, KY (2005-2022)



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Story Time with Ms. Aleina: Bear's Loose Tooth


Ms. Aleina with the Adair County Public Library reads Bear's Loose Tooth for Story Time.

Previous Story Time: Story Time with Ms. Aleina: Aliens Love Underpants


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2022-03-23 13:48:59 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education

ACES 5th grade students create a geometricity

By Alice Curry, Technology Teacher & STC
Adair County Elementary School

After completion of units in perimeter, area and volume, 5th grade math teachers (Ms. Madison Allen & Mrs. Sydney Humphress) gave their classes the assignment of building a city!

By using a cardboard box (cereal, shoe or snack) students were to measure the box and calculate perimeter, area and volume of the building. After the calculations, students were to decorate and name the building! Pictured are just a few of the city buildings!

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2022-03-23 13:40:29 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education

Farmers Market on the Square opening day is April 2

Excitement is building for the first day of Adair County's Farmers Market on the Square.

FM2 opens at 8amCT on Saturday, April 2, 2022. More news to come as vendors get prepared for their 2022 kickoff.


2022-03-23 11:49:52 | Comments | Printable version

Aldie True, Jr, 92, Casey County, KY (1930-2022)

Aldie True, Jr., 92, of Liberty, passed from this life March 21, 2022, at home. He was the beloved husband of Iva Lee Rodgers True, whom he married on March 19, 1950. On Saturday, they celebrated 72 years together with family. He graduated from Liberty High School in 1949 and played on the Liberty Wildcat Basketball Team.

Junior was an electrician and farmer. He owned True's Electric along with his son, Mike. Junior continued to be active all of his life whether playing softball, bowling, hunting, volleyball or golf.

His strong belief in quality education led him to serve as a member of the Casey County Board of Education from February 1983-December 2000. He was chairman of the Board from July 1990-December 2000.


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2022-03-23 11:47:21 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

CU School of Chiropractic inaugural White Coat Ceremony

By Gerard Flanagan

Harrodsburg, KY -- Campbellsville University's School of Chiropractic's first-ever White Coat Ceremony was held on Friday, March 18, 2022 in Harrodsburg, KY. The White Coat Ceremony marked the official entry of students into the School of Chiropractic, and it signified the start of their journey to become a Doctor of Chiropractic.

Students receiving their white coats are as follows:

  • Brandon Bennett of Columbia
  • Tyler Bragg of Campbellsville
  • Daleyn Emerson of Russell Springs
  • Abigail Davenport of Lawrenceburg
  • Macy Hagan of Springfield
  • Kaylee Wheatley of Loretto
  • Samantha Hutchinson of Versailles
  • Isaac Eshleman of Renfew, PA
  • Sean Crall of Indiana



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2022-03-23 10:34:11 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Campbellsville University

Second student dies of injuries in weekend accident

We have received the sad word of the passing of the second student from the weekend accident that took the life of 13-year-old Shyanna Harmon.

Dalton Gilbert who had been hospitalized after the accident passed away yesterday from those injuries. His funeral service details will be shared as soon as received.


2022-03-23 08:33:54 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Storms possible today, strong winds expected this evening

The National Weather Service in Louisville, KY, issued the following Special Weather Statement at 6:01amET on March 23, 2022:
A cold front will sweep across the region, and a few strong thunderstorms are possible this afternoon. Winds from the southwest will increase and become gusty this afternoon and evening. Gusts of 30-40 mph are likely, and a few peak gusts over 40 mph are possible. Winds this strong will make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Outdoor objects should be secured.
This Special Weather Statement is for an area that includes Adair and all surrounding counties.


2022-03-23 07:33:09 | Comments | Printable version

First veteran banners to be up by Memorial Day

From Tiffany Collins

The first 32 veterans that were submitted for a veterans banner on the Public Square are scheduled to be up by Memorial Day. Those veterans are from the Vietnam War, Korean War, World War I, World War II, and active duty.
  • Phillip Gaskins, U.S. Army
  • Derek Cundiff, U.S. Marines
  • Randall Jones, U.S. Army
  • Joe Payne, U.S. Army
  • Leland Grant, U.S. Marines
  • Wallace Alexander, U.S. Army
  • Bobby Kimbler, U.S. Marines
  • Bernard Dunn, U.S. Army
  • Sammy Hughes, U.S. Army
  • Charlie Morrison, World War I
  • James Abell, U.S. Army
  • John Burr, U.S. Army
  • Paul Smith, U.S. Marines
  • Michael Callison, U.S. Army
  • Orvis Grider, U.S. Army
  • Travis Giles, U.S. Army
  • Vince Giles, U.S. Army
  • Ronald Burton, U.S. Army
  • Brad Scholl, U.S. Marines
  • Joe Spires, U.S. Army
  • Tommy Corbin, U.S. Army
  • C.W. Grant, U.S. Navy
  • Bernard Janes, U.S. Navy
  • William Coy Turner, U.S. Army
  • Joe Hare, U.S. Army
  • Ronnie Holt, U.S. Army
  • Alfred Baker, World War I
  • George Hancock, U.S. Army
  • William Antle, U.S. Army
  • George Howard Keltner, U.S. Air Force
  • Russell Arnold, U.S. Army
  • Walter Gene Hoots, U.S. Army
The next phase of banners is scheduled to be announced by fall.


2022-03-23 07:24:59 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Veterans and Veterans Day

Fly Me to the Moon fundraiser will be April 22, 2022

From Mella Dee Allen

Fly Me to the Moon: An Evening of Dinner and Jazz supporting Arts Education in our Schools will be held at 6:30pmCT/7:30pmET on Friday, April 22, 2022, at Swan's Landing, 2930 New Columbia Rd, Campbellsville, KY.

This year's event will feature performances by:
  • Lindsey Wilson College Jazz Band, under the direction of Tim Allen

  • Adair County High School Band Ensembles, under the direction of Jordan Humphress and Cameron Johnson

  • Other Guest Performers
For tickets, contact Mella Dee Allen at 270-634-0209 or by email inncolours@gmail.com.


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Kathy Sue Allen, 67, Liberty, KY (1954-2022)

Kathy Sue Allen of Liberty passed away on Friday, March 18, 2022, at Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center. She was 67 years old.

The funeral service will be held at 2pmET on Thursday, March 24, 2022, at McKinney-Brown Funeral Home, 752 Campbellsville St, Liberty, KY, with Bro. Cameron Cain officiating. Burial will follow in Whited Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from NoonET until 2pmET on Thursday, March 24, 2022, at McKinney-Brown Funeral Home.


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2022-03-23 07:00:27 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Haiku by Robert Stone for March 23, 2022

Mere beauty alone
though it once satisfied soul,
later not enough.
--Robert Stone, Wednesday, 23 March 2022.
-1000 haiku thrice now, more days coming up, Day 3844


2022-03-23 06:54:29 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today

7-County Area Courts for Wed 23 Mar 2022

Local schedules for Circuit Courts, District Courts, for Wednesday, March 23, 2022, at a glance:
  • Adair County: No events Circuit Court. 71 events District Court.
  • Casey County: No events Circuit Court. No events District Court.
  • Cumberland County: No events Circuit Court. 55 events District Court.
  • Green County: No events Circuit Court. No events District Court.
  • Metcalfe County: No events Circuit Court. 46 events District Court.
  • Russell County: 1 event Circuit Court. 5 events District Court.
  • Taylor County: No events Circuit Court. 79 events District Court.
Note: NOT Official. Always Click to Docket for all Kentucky Counties


2022-03-23 06:53:54 | Comments | Printable version


Birthdays and Anniversaries for March 23
Happy Anniversary, Clifton & Rosemary Bennett | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Jon and Laura Lacy | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Austin O'Neal Coffey (2003) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Clayton Tucker (1962) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Dustin Reed Rooks (1998) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Eddie Burton | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Hayden Young | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, John Partin | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Josh Piercy | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Joshua Cheatham | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Linda Grigsby | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Margaret Harden | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Mike Rooks (1965) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Steven Cheatham | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Todd Robertson | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Whitney Reed | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday Doris E. Gaines, Campbellsville, KY (March 23, 1928 - October 1, 2009) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Grace Lewis, Columbia, KY (1930-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Murrell V. Wooldridge, Jamestown, KY native (1927-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Clifford McCray, Edmonton, KY (1935-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, David Allen McKinney, Green Co., KY (1959-2020) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Horace Pearman "Harry" Beard, (1927-2008) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Nathan (Junior) Norman, 57, Dunnvillle, KY (1953) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Beatrice Mirl Brock, 86, Adair Co., KY (1924) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Clara Jean Graves Adair Co., KY (1946) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Vitis Johnson, Casey Co., KY (1929) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ronald W. Bernard, Russell County, KY (1944) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ilena P. Sandusky, Casey County, KY (1937) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mr. Amos (Puddle) Judd, Green County, KY (1931) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lura Jane Wilson, 95, Russell County, KY (1917 | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mattie Kerns, Adair County, KY (1919-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Reba Bybee, Adair County, KY (1945-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lola Hatfield, Casey County, KY (1918-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Margaret Keane, Russell County, KY (1926-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Frances Morine Hopper Brown, Cumberland Co., KY (1947-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, William (Bill on the Hill) Ray Nelson, 63, Russell Co., KY (1951-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mike Wiggins, Cumberland County, KY (1959-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ruth Stalcup Graves, 89, Cumberland County, KY (1925-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Reba Kathryn Jones, 80, Russell Co., KY, (1935-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Dalton Earl Wilson, 74, Nancy, KY (1941-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Robert C. (Bob) Consier, Taylor Co., KY (1928-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Gary Don Southerland, Casey County, KY (1950-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Pearl Chelf Watson, 91, Taylor Co., KY (1925-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Barbara Farris, 75, Edmonton, KY (1941-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jack Eagle Strode, Cub Run, KY (1940-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Carolyn Faye Hampton Propes, Casey County, KY (1945-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lewell W. Wilson, 80, Russell Springs, KY (1937-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mary Frank Mayes, Taylor Co., KY (1923-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Joseph Guinn Richards, 79, Pulaski Co./Adair Co., KY native (1938-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Judith Ann Dunphy, Columbia, Adair Co., KY/Wisconsin native (1944-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Leon Hoover, 85, Adair County, KY (1933-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Dorothy Abston Glidewell, Cumberland Co., KY (1924) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Calvin Roe Grant, 82, Columbia, KY native (1940-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Cody Carson Baxter, 33, Campbellsville, KY (1990-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Danny Kemp, 65, Campbellsville, KY (1956-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Eddie Dean Duncan, 65, Elizabethtown, KY (1958-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Glenn David Bell, 81, Russell Co., KY (1941-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Kathy Moss, 65, Columbia, KY (1957-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mary Lois Reynolds, 82, Campbellsville, KY (1939-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mickey I. Kempf, 98, Jamestown, KY (1922-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Rev. Ivy Carole Brasher Ferree, Taylor County, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Robert K. Boston, 77, Campbellsville, KY (1944-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, William L. (Bill) Humphress, 84, Knifley, KY (1938-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)

Events scheduled for Wednesday, March 23, 2022
All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
11:30amCTExploring Majors Fair in the Student Activity Center at Campbellsville University | (ID:62952, Comment)
1:00pmCTServices for Doris Holmes, 79, Columbia, KY (1942-2022) | (ID:62928, Comment)
3:00pmCTServices for Mark Ray Yarberry, 57, Columbia, KY (1965-2022) | (ID:62939, Comment)
6:30pmCTRevival at Melson Ridge United Baptist Church | (ID:62932, Comment)

 

































 
 
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