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Daily News for Monday, May 16, 2022
Upcoming Fiscal Court Budget Committee Meetings By Bridget Compton The Adair County Fiscal Court will be having working budget committee meetings on at 7:30amCT on Wednesday, May 18, 2022, and at 7:30amCT on Thursday, May 19, 2022. Meetings will take place in the basement of the Annex basement located at 424 Public Square, Columbia, KY. The public is invited to attend. 2022-05-16 17:32:33 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
Tennis: LWC begins play at NAIA National Championship Tuesday The Lindsey Wilson tennis teams begin play at the NAIA National Championship this week at the Mobile Tennis Center in Mobile, AL. The women's team, which holds the No. 9-seed, is slated to face No. 24-seeded IU East (IN) to open the tournament on Tuesday at 1:30pmCT. The two teams met earlier this season on March 17th when the Blue Raiders swept the Red Wolves 7-0. The No. 7-seeded men's team received an automatic bid into the competition after capturing the program's 17th Mid-South Conference regular season and tournament titles. With the automatic bid, the Blue Raiders earned a first-round bye and will play the winner of No. 23-seeded Midland (NE) and No. 10-seeded Middle Georgia State on Wednesday at 9amCT. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2022-05-16 16:02:33 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
KY Afield Video: May 14, 2022 Full Show This week on KY Afield: kayak fishing the last two miles of Elkhorn Creek in Frankfort, just before it hits the Kentucky River. Then, learning the basics of targeting carp, and gigging bullfrogs. 2022-05-16 15:59:22 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Ky Afield Outdoors
ACHS School-Based Decision Making Council meeting By Chad A. Parnell, Principal Adair County High School The ACHS School-Based Decision Making Council will have its regular monthly meeting at 4pmCT on Thursday, May 19, 2022, in the Library at Adair County High School, 526 Indian Dr, Columbia, KY. 2022-05-16 14:09:10 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
Cheathams to celebrate Golden Wedding Anniversary By Robin Loy Steve and Joyce (Redmon) Cheatham were married May 26, 1972 at Bearwallow United Methodist Church in Columbia, KY. There will be a celebration honoring them from 2pm to 4pmCT on Sunday, May 22, 2022 at their home, 3343 Liberty Rd. Columbia, KY. All friends and family are invited to attend. No gifts, please. Mr. And Mrs. Cheatham have three children, Robin (Michael) Loy; Bryan (Tiffany) Cheatham; and Nikki (Ben) Loy of Columbia, KY. They have nine grandchildren, Amber, J.T, and Ashley Loy; Shelbi (Kaleb) Fisher of Scottsville, KY; Ty and Ellie Cheatham; Lily, Claire, and Ava Loy; two great-grandchildren, Lukas and Jace Fisher. 2022-05-16 12:20:58 | Comments | Printable version
EDA agenda for Tuesday, May 17, 2022 meeting The Columbia-Adair County Economic Development Authority will hold a Board of Directors Meeting at 8amCT on Tuesday, May 17, 2022, in the Chamber of Commerce upstairs conference room at 201 Burkesville Street, Columbia, KY. Meeting Agenda: Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2022-05-16 12:18:13 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
Dedication Ceremony for Veterans Banners From Tiffany Collins City of Columbia A dedication service will be held at 9amCT on Friday, May 27, 2022, for the banners on the Public Square in honor of local veterans. The event will be held at the front entrance to City Hall, 116 Campbellsville Street, Columbia, KY. The public is invited. "We hope that everyone will attend as we dedicate these banners in our community," said Mayor Pamela Hoots. A total of 32 banners honoring veterans from World War I, World War II, Korean War, Vietnam War, active military, and others will be hung around the Columbia Public Square. 2022-05-16 12:10:55 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Veterans and Veterans Day
Ginseng Association 1905 Related: Kentucky Color: Sang By Mike Watson Billy Joe's photo and information on 'Sang' made me look up some information I compiled once-upon-a-time about the American Ginseng Growers Association of Kentucky which had deep and early roots in Adair County. A publication/newsletter was produced at Cane Valley and was widely subscribed to by followers of this lucrative business. I recall combing the woods in my childhood with our uncle, Roy Bunch, who was an avid 'sang digger' and woodsman. Here are a few notes from 1905, the beginning of the Ginseng Fever in Adair County: Ginseng... In the near future there will be organized a strong company for the purpose of growing Ginseng in this county. Such an organization ought to be and will be highly profitable. [Adair County News, 8 February 1905] Mr. T.B. Lyon, of Cane Valley, who enlisted in the propagation of Ginseng four years ago, was in town Friday and in conversation with a News man stated: I am a firm believer in the future value of this great commercial product. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2022-05-16 12:06:05 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Mike Watson - History
KSP: International Roadcheck enforcement program May 17-19 By Sergeant Jason Morris Frankfort, KY - The Kentucky State Police (KSP) will participate in the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance's (CVSA) annual International Roadcheck enforcement program from May 17-19. This 72-hour enforcement blitz occurs in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico to ensure commercial motor vehicles and drivers comply with regulations. "We want every vehicle on our roadways to be in proper working order for the safety of the driver operating that vehicle and everyone traveling on our roadways," said CVSA President Capt. John Broers with the South Dakota Highway Patrol. Inspectors will be looking for critical vehicle inspection item violations outlined in the North American Standard Out-of-Service Criteria. If a violation is found, the vehicle will be placed out of service and will not be able to operate on the road until the identified issue is corrected. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2022-05-16 12:03:17 | Comments | Printable version
J.D. Pruitt, 86, Green County, KY (1935-2022) J.D. Pruitt was born June 12, 1935, in Green County, Kentucky to the late Dallas and Hattie Bagby Pruitt. He departed this life Saturday, May 14, 2022, having attained the age of eighty-six years, eleven months and two days. He was a United States Air-force Veteran, serving during the Korean War. He was a former member of the Green County Fire Department. He was on the Green County Library Board, a Kentucky Colonel and a member of the Green County Historical Society. He was also a member of the Rod Lowe Post 124 American Legion, Greensburg, KY and a member of the Greensburg Masonic Lodge #54 F & AM. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2022-05-16 08:32:47 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
VBS at Kelleyville Community Church starts June 5 By Linda Tucker Kelleyville Community Church will have Vacation Bible School from 5:45pmCT to 8:15pmCT nightly on June 5-9, 2022. This year's theme is "Monumental- Celebrating God's Greatness." There will be classes for all ages including adults. A small meal will be served each night starting at 5:45pmCT. Everyone is invited to attend. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2022-05-16 08:30:30 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Church News
Stacy Renee Ford, 45, Taylor Co., KY native (1977-2022) Stacy Renee Ford of Louisville passed away on Monday, May 9, 2022. She was 45 years old. All services were held privately and conducted by Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2022-05-16 08:27:39 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Fish Fry Fundraiser was a big hit on Friday On Friday, May 13, 2022, Richard Phelps, Robert Flowers and John Wethington donned their aprons and cooked fried Mississippi catfish and BBQ Boston Butt to raise funds for the Adair County Food Pantry on Monroe Street in Columbia. Other volunteers included Joe Flowers, Nan Fudge, Helen Murray, Debbie Brackett, Pam Brunell, Richard Phelps and Mary Beth Phelps. By then end of the fundraiser, more than 250 people had been served lunch. The food pantry would like to thank everyone that participated in this year's event. 2022-05-16 08:17:39 | Comments | Printable version
Haiku by Robert Stone for May 16, 2022 Listen to the good--Robert Stone, Monday, 16 May 2022. -1000 haiku thrice now, more days coming up, Day 3898 2022-05-16 08:08:29 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today
7-County Area Courts for Mon 16 May 2022 Local schedules for Circuit Courts, District Courts, for Monday, May 16, 2022, at a glance:
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Recipe helps celebrate that May is Beef Month By Nick Roy, Agent for Agriculture & Natural Resources Adair County Cooperative Extension Service Celebrating May is Beef Month this Beef Steak Salad fits the bill. The recipe follows: BEEF STEAK SALAD WITH DRIED CHERRIES A little bit sweet, a little bit savory, and a whole lotta nutritious. Tender sliced Sirloin Steak on a bed of fresh lettuce, topped with dried cherries, blue cheese and walnuts. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2022-05-16 08:04:51 | Comments | Printable version Birthdays and Anniversaries for May 16 Happy Anniversary, Charlie & Fern Roy (1959) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Lonnie & Connie DeVore (1980) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Ray & Patti Fluhr | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Troy & Stephanie Long (1998) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Abby Royse | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Betty Sue Jasper | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Bill Julian | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Brandy Thompson (1982) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Calvin Pittman | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Connie Hensley | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Daniel Froedge | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, David Pittman | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Emily Taylor (2000) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Gene Dale Holmes | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Hope Cross (1971) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Hunter Steven Willis (2011) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Kim Giles | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Mark Foster | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Nicholas Taylor (2000) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Sharon Turner | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Shelley Jenkins | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, twins Nicholas and Emily Taylor (2000) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Michael Stephens Irvin, Russell County, KY (1943-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mark Allen Acree, Columbia, KY native (1972-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In memory birthday, Gerald Elmore, Kings Mountain, KY (1946) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Carrie Richeson Matherly, Taylor Co., KY (1936) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Doris Rutledge Grinstead, Metcalfe Co., KY native (1925) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, June Grammes Butler Kemper Waukesha, WI (1934-2011) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Carl David Owens, Glasgow, KY (1957) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Delsie Campbell, Russell County, KY (1946) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Frances Wade Russell Springs, KY (1933) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dora Dean Atwood, Liberty, KY (1935) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ronnie Cash, Burkesville, KY (1961) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Willie (Elgin) Price, Taylor Co., KY (1928) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lonis Taylor, Adair County, KY (1928) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lillie Rector, 91, Russell Co., KY (1921) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Roger Romines, Adair County, KY (1955) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Joseph Michael Hardin, formerly of Taylor Co., KY (1950-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Essie Irene Atwell Froggett, Green Co., KY (1933-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Albie L. Crawley Scott, 95, Cumberland Co., KY (1920-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Eugene West, 71, Adair Co., KY (1944-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Roy David Richards, 71, Russell Co., KY (1944-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Shirley Sue Blythe Grider, 66, Burkesville, KY (1949-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jacqueline McAnelly, 65, Liberty, KY (1951-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kathleen Malone Harmon, Warren Co., KY/Taylor Co. native (1924-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Linda Sue Compton, 67, Adair County, KY (1950-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Rondal Scott, Cumberland Co., KY (1951) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Andrew Chadwell, 66, Adair County, KY (1952-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Christine Foley, 89, Russell Springs, KY (1931-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dee Appleby, 68, Jamestown, KY (1952-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Helen C. Murray, 69, Adair Co., KY (1954-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jack Bolin Morgan, Adair County, KY (1933-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Harris, 97, Columbia, KY (1923-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Maye Wilson, 80, Russell Springs, KY (1941-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Phillip Wayne Bunch, 70, Jamestown, KY (1950-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ruthie Maurine Hughes, 98, Glens Fork, KY (1923-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sharon D. Branham, Burkesville, KY (1963-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Monday, May 16, 2022 All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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