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Daily News for Monday, October 23, 2023
Missing teen has been located KSP 15 Trooper Jonathan Houk reports that the missing teen, Crystal Vertrees, 13, has been located. She was listed as missing at the end of September by family members who live in Adair County. 2023-10-23 21:08:02 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Kingsley (Smitty) Smith, Jr., 87, Columbia, KY (1936-2023) Kingsley "Smitty" Smith Jr. of Columbia, KY, the son the late Kingsley Elsworth Smith Sr. and Madge Lane Smith, was born July 24, 1936 in Stuart, Florida and departed this life on Sunday, October 22, 2023 at his residence. He was 87 years of age. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2023-10-23 20:27:06 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Jimmie Lawhorn, 79, Casey County, KY (1944-2023) Jimmie Allen Lawhorn, of Dunville, KY, passed away on Sunday, October 22, 2023. He was 79 years old. He leaves behind his loving wife, Vickie Wheeler Lawhorn, whom he wed April 12, 1963. He was a former truck driver for Tarters and Holmes Hardwood. He spent his life farming and enjoyed fixing up old tractors. Jimmie was loved by many friends and family. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2023-10-23 20:26:14 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Agenda for Oct 24 Fiscal Court meeting From Bridget Compton Adair County Deputy Judge Executive The Adair County Fiscal Court will meet in regular called session at 6pmCT on Tuesday, October 24, 2023, in the basement of the Adair County Annex building located at 424 Public Square, Columbia, KY. The public is invited to attend. Items on the agenda include a Library Board of Trustees appointment, opioid presentation, an EDA status report, the Green River Commerce Park cemetery move, and more. Meeting Agenda: Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2023-10-23 20:19:57 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
Silent City: Hershel Clay Baker by Dave Thomas Silent City performer Dave Thomas brought the story of Hershel Clay Baker to the stage - the historic Columbia Cemetery - during the 2023 event. The notes from his presentation to the crowd of history lovers follows: Good afternoon, my name is Herschel Clay Baker, I've been here quite some time, but, I was up and about long before I made it here. December 16, 1841...the day I was born, a ways from here in Cumberland County, to Elaizer Clay Baker and Sarah Alexander Baker, my parents, who I sadly lost very young. I was only 5 when my father died and at 14 I lost my mother. After my mother passed is when I came to Columbia, to live with my uncle, Thomas Alexander, who was a local Judge. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2023-10-23 20:17:00 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local History
ACHS Class of 1973 50th Reunion is Oct 28 From Pam Smith The Adair County High School Class of 1973 will hold their 50-year class reunion starting at 5pmCT on Saturday, October 28, 2023, at the VFW Building, 500 Green Hills Road, Columbia, KY. If you haven't already sent in an RSVP, admission will be $20 at door to help cover building and food expenses. For more information, call 270-576-3637. 2023-10-23 16:32:12 | Comments | Printable version
Halloween Treats at Cane Valley Christian Church From Nancy Cundiff Cane Valley Christian Church will be handing out treats in the basement of the church from 6pmCT to 8pmCT on Halloween night, Tuesday, October 31, 2023. Everyone is invited. Cane Valley Christian Church is located at 2250 Cane Valley Road, Columbia, KY. 2023-10-23 16:13:05 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Church News
Farm Basics Series at the Extension Office From Nick Roy, Agent for Agriculture & Natural Resources Adair Co. Cooperative Extension Service This series of workshops will provide beginner-level information on multiple aspects of farming, over three sessions beginning November 9, 2023. From taxes to legal requirements, record-keeping, and government programs, this program is a primer to get you started. Each class begins at 6pmCT and will last 1 to 1.5 hours. Classes are free, but registration is required by calling (270) 384-2317. November 9, 2023: Introduction to Farm Taxes
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Benefit Concert Nov 10 at Center for Rural Development Cumberland Productions will present 'Who's Going to Fill Their Shoes?," a Special Spotlight Night to support GUMI Camp USA, starting at 7pmET on Friday, November 10, 2023, with Nashville/Branson star Tim Hadler and local performers, at The Center for Rural Development, 2292 South Highway 27, Somerset, KY. The benefit concert will highlight the music recorded by country music legends George Jones, Hank Williams Sr., Tom T. Hall, Loretta Lynn, Conway Twitty, Patsy Cline, Charlie Pride, Johnny Cash, Marty Robbins, George Strait, Glen Campbell, Buck Owens, Waylon Jennings, Linda Ronstadt, Mac Davis, Porter Wagoner, Stonewall Jackson, Johnny Rodriquez, and others. The music made popular by these artists will be performed by featured performer Tim Hadler, best known for his tribute to Hank Willims Sr., and special musical guests in a salute to country music greats in "Who's Going to Fill Their Shoes?" Hadler has a special place in his heart for veterans. That's why he founded GUMI (Glad You Made It) CAMP USA, a nonprofit organization where veterans can receive the help they need to heal, recover, and re-enter society. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2023-10-23 16:02:24 | Comments | Printable version
His Heart to sing at Cane Valley Christian Church From Nancy Cundiff His Heart will be singing at Cane Valley Christian Church at 10:15amCT on Sunday, October 29, 2023. A meal will follow the singing. Bro Godfrey Jackson and congregation invite everyone to attend. Cane Valley Christian Church is located at 2250 Cane Valley Road, Columbia, KY. 2023-10-23 15:54:51 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Church News
Election School is Tuesday From Lisa Greer Adair County Clerk A reminder for those working the 2023 General Election: Election School will be held at 5pmCT on Tuesday, October 24, 2023, in the Adair County Extension Office, 409 Fairground Street, Columbia, KY. 2023-10-23 14:26:06 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
Hands On Plant Science at Extension Office Extension Master Gardener Veronica Arnold will lead a Hands On Plant Science class at 6pmCT on Thursday, November 2, 2023, at the Adair County Cooperative Extension Office, 409 Fairground Street, Columbia, KY.
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Russell Co. site considered for National Register From Audrie Lamb Frankfort, KY - Twelve Kentucky sites are being considered for listing in the National Register of Historic Places, including The H.M. Smith General Merchandise and Fonthill Post Office in Russell County. The Kentucky Historic Preservation Review Board will hear presentations on these nominations at 10:30amET on October 30 20232, at the Paul Sawyer Public Library located at 319 Wapping St., Frankfort, KY. The review board is charged with evaluating and recommending National Register submissions from Kentucky. The program is administered by the Kentucky Heritage Council/State Historic Preservation Office in partnership with the National Park Service (NPS). Following review board deliberation, NPS will have 45 days from receipt to issue a final determination of National Register listing. The H.M. Smith General Merchandise and Fonthill Post Office serves as an illustration of a rural country store with an attached post office dating back to the early 20th century. It symbolizes the influence these establishments had on both the commercial and social aspects of rural agricultural communities in Russell County from 1914 to 1973. This site was recognized as a Kentucky Landmark in 2003. Related: Day trip from Columbia: Destination Fonthill and about 2023-10-23 14:16:26 | Comments | Printable version
Jeffrey K. Brown, 66, Columbia, KY (1957-2023) Jeffrey Kattus Brown of Columbia passed away on Sunday, October 22, 2023, at his residence. He was 66 years old. Mr. Brown chose cremation, and a Celebration of Life service will be held at NoonCT on Friday, November 10, 2023 at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home, 210 Greensburg St., Columbia, KY. Visitation will be on Friday, November 10, 2023, after 10amCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2023-10-23 14:06:49 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Special called Hospital District Board meeting Oct 30 From Neal M. Gold, Chairman Adair County Hospital District There will be a Special Called Meeting of the Adair County Hospital District Board on 6:30pmCT on Monday, October 30, 2023, at the Adair County Chamber of Commerce office at 201 Burkesville Street, Columbia, KY. The regular scheduled meeting of the Board on Tuesday, October 31, 2023, has been cancelled due to the downtown Columbia Halloween activities. Special Called Meeting Agenda: Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2023-10-23 08:27:13 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
Last 2 days to request absentee ballot by mail From Lisa Greer Adair County Clerk The last day to request an Absentee Ballot by Mail for the upcoming Kentucky General Election will be Tuesday, October 24, 2023. The online request portal is https://vrsws.sos.ky.gov/abrweb, or you may request one by calling or coming to the Adair County Clerk's Office before October 24, 2023, at 4pmCT. Note that you must meet criteria pursuant to KRS117.085 to request an absentee mail in ballot (Requirements). If you've voted absentee before, remember that a new request must be made for each election. 2023-10-23 08:23:58 | Comments | Printable version
The Silent City 2023: Arthur Henry Ballard & Mollie Miller Arthur Henry Ballard & Mollie Miller portrayed by J D & Ellen Zornes for the annual Silent City--Columbia Cemetery Tour on Monday, October 9, 2023. Videos of all the presentations are available on the Adair Co. Public Library's YouTube channel. 2023-10-23 08:18:51 | Comments | Printable version
Haiku by Robert Stone for October 23, 2023 Two kinds of true things,--Robert Stone, Monday, 23 October 2023. -1000 haiku fourth time, more days coming up, Day 4423 2023-10-23 08:14:16 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today Birthdays and Anniversaries for October 23 Happy Anniversary, Cortez & Ruth Butler | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Larry and Patricia Goodin | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Nick and Diana Roy (1982) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Roger and Virginia Garner | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Tommy and Lisa Edwards (1981) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Aaron Gaskins (1998) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Arraya Phelps (2006) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Bubby (1994) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Carl Lewis Burris (1922) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Dick Scholl | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Donna McKinley | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Dorothy VanArsdale | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Dustin Pegg (1994) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Geneva Kemp | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Kali Ann Irvin (1994) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Lacey Helm (1988) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Lali Ann Irvin (1994) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Nathan Dickey | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Renee Garmon Kemp | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Ricky Daryl Huckaby, Jr. (1978) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Sharon Ray Marshall | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Susan Coomer Willis | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, William (PeeWee) Butler | (Updates/Corrections) In Memoriam, Ellis Pickett (-1981) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dr. Arthur J. Hendrickson, Columbia native, (1929-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rufus F. Hansford, Sr, Taylor County, KY (1939-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Joshua Logan Brockman, Bowling Green, KY (1991-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Eugene Sayers, Liberty, KY (1938-2020) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ray Junior Pierce, 75, Green Co., KY (1934) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Edward Wayne Morrison, Green Co. KY native (1941) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lisa Adell Ballou Wolfe, Adair Co., KY native (1923) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Joyce Reynolds Vance, Green Co., KY (1912) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. John K. Durham, Green County, KY (1955) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ricky Neal Whitley, Sr., Clinton Co., KY (1976-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jackie Dudley, 66, Adair County, KY (1948-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Garnett Durham, Taylor County, KY (1927-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Meredith Lee Lawless, 74, Russell County, KY (1940-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ruth Appleby, 68, Russell County, KY (1946-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Pat Hare, 73, Adair County, KY (1941-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Shirley Ann Benningfield, Taylor Co, KY, (1938-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dorothy Shearer Yates, Adair native, Edmonton, KY (1941-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mae Raney, Yosemite, KY (1929-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Darrell Boggs, Green County, KY (1931-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Anthony Padgett, Russell Springs, KY (1952-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Geneva Ann Janes, Adair Co., KY (1943-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Daniel Richard Muttersbaugh, Casey Co., KY (1958-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Faye Doris Houk, Green County, KY (1921-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Brenda Faye Root, 66, Russell County, KY (1950-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Ernest Shreve Price, 72, Green County, KY (1944-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Charles Arvid Cusumano, Taylor Co., KY (1943-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dr. Thomas C. Morrison, 96, Cumberland County, KY native (1921-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Edra Ann Reliford, Adair Co., KY (1951-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Carol Hancock Janes, 82, Louisville, KY/Cane Valley, KY native (1936-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Goldie (Bell) Jones, Adair County, KY (1926-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Agnes Warren, 82, Campbellsville, KY (1940-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dollie Jane Harrison Cruse, 71, Campbellsville, KY (1950-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dorothy Nell Vanarsdale, 89, Columbia, KY (1932-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Eloise Elmore, 103, Campbellsville, KY (1919-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Eric M. Antle, 56, Columbia, KY (1967-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jackie Dale Turner, 60, Columbia, KY (1959-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jewel Ann Taylor Gupton, 80, Campbellsville, KY (1941-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lewis Wheeler, 79, Columbia, KY (1943-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ricky Daryl Huckaby, Jr., 41, Adair County, KY (1978-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Tommy Ann Pyles, 79, Taylor Co., KY (1940-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Monday, October 23, 2023 All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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