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Daily News for Wednesday, January 10, 2024
Columbia Public Works (Street) Department By Mayor Pamela Hoots in her Annual Review The City of Columbia offers a service of picking up limbs and debris for local residents. The Street Department picks up an average of 75 loads a month. They also provide 24 Hour assistance during severe weather events. 2024-01-10 22:36:06 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
Thelma Grimes, 90, Taylor County, KY (1933-2024) Thelma Grimes of Campbellsville, daughter of the late Everett Sprowles and Rhea Beard Sprowles, was born November 5, 1933 in Taylor County, Kentucky. She died Saturday, January 6, 2024 in Campbellsville at age 90. She professed faith in Christ and was a member of Robinson Creek Baptist Church. She was a retired employee of Fruit of the Loom in Campbellsville and a homemaker. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2024-01-10 22:32:50 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
KSP makes arrests in Columbia and Breeding 1-10-2024 -- Robby Lovins, age 50, of Columbia was arrested by KSP Trooper Wilson, just after 3 yesterday afternoon. Lovin's was charged with Failure to Comply with Sex Offender Registration (1st Offense). He was lodged in the Russell County Detention Center. Parita Thompson, age 31, of Columbia, was arrested by Deputy Thomas with the Adair County Sheriff's Office, just before 2:30 yesterday afternoon. Thompson was charged with Possession of Controlled Substance 1st Degree, 1st Offense (Meth), Wanton Endangerment - 1st Degree and Drug Paraphernalia - Buy/Possession. Deborah Courtney, age 59, of the Breeding Community was arrested by KSP Trooper Wilson, just after 1 yesterday afternoon. Courtney, was charged with Rape, 1st Degree, Sexual Abuse, 1st Degree, Victim under 12 years of Age, Criminal Abuse 1st Degree - Child 12 or Under and Sexual Abuse, 1st Degree. Both were lodged in the Adair County Regional Jail. 2024-01-10 22:28:47 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Kyle Zornes at Longhunter's Tavern on Friday Come see native Adair County son, Kyle Zornes, singer/songwriter, as he showcases his original songs on both guitar and keyboard as well as a few covers from 7pmCT to 9:30pmCT this Friday, January 12, 2024, at Longhunter's Tavern on the Square in Greensburg. He's even letting his mama accompany him on a couple of his original songs. A friend of his will also be playing a few of his own originals. Should be a lot of fun!! Kyle is a graduate of Adair County High and the University of Kentucky where he majored in Theater. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2024-01-10 16:17:26 | Comments | Printable version
Glenna Bailey, 90, Columbia, KY (1933-2024) Glenna N. (Redmon) Bailey of Columbia passed away on Tuesday, January 9, 2024, at her residence. She was 90 years old. Funeral services will be held at 11amCT on Saturday, January 13, 2024, at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home, 210 Greensburg St., Columbia, KY, with Bro. Richard Lehman and Bro. Vitis Bailey officiating. Burial will follow in the New Hope Cemetery. Visitation will be on Friday from 4pmCT until 8pmCT, and will continue Saturday until time for the service at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2024-01-10 16:14:01 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Ribbon Cutting at AT&T on Friday From Tiffany Collins The local AT&T Office on Dohoney Trace will have a ribbon-cutting at NoonCT on Friday, January 12, 2024. Representatives from the local and regional AT&T offices; as well as from the Keystone Development Group will be in attendance. The public is invited to attend. 2024-01-10 11:50:47 | Comments | Printable version
Deadline for GSA applications is Jan 14 Interested students can learn more and apply at www.kentuckygsa.org From Tim Lawson The Kentucky Governor's School for the Arts (GSA) is now accepting applications for the class of 2024. Since its inception, the tuition-free immersive arts education program has cultivated more than 8,000 student-artists from across the state, including a Grammy-Award winning vocalist, Tony-nominated actor, Kentucky Youth Poet Laureate and numerous creative leaders and engaged citizens. Each summer GSA hosts talented high school students from every region of the commonwealth for a three-week, tuition-free immersive residential program on a college campus. During the program, student artists engage in studies across nine art disciplines: Creative Writing, Dance, Design, Drama, Film + Photography, Instrumental Music, Musical Theatre, Visual Art and Vocal Music. This year's program will be held in two sessions at the University of Kentucky campus in Lexington, Ky, serving over 500 students. Acceptance to the GSA program is competitive. The application does not ask for GPA or SAT/ACT scores, instead applicants are scored on their creative potential and passion. Completed applications will be considered until January 14, 2024 at 11:59pmET/10:59pmCT. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2024-01-10 11:49:05 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
Tourism Commission special called meeting Jan 23 From Paige Nickel, Director Adair County Tourism and Convention Commission The Adair County Tourism and Convention Commission which had been scheduled for today, has been rescheduled due to severe weather. Tourism will have a special called meeting at NoonCT on Thursday, January 23, 2024, at the Training and Development Center, 201 Burkesville Street, Columbia, KY. This is an open meeting. 2024-01-10 11:45:48 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
History Wednesday: Sheriff of Adair Co. 1801-2000, pt. 1 See also: History Monday: Sheriffs of Adair County, part 2 By Mike Watson The office of sheriff is a Constitutional Office in Kentucky. Here is a list of those who served as Sheriff of Adair County from the formation in 1801/02 through 2000. Some who served as deputies are also included, but that list is far from complete. Part one of a series: Benjamin Bowmar appointed by Gov. James Garrard, May 1802; served a two-year term; deputy James Vaughan, appointed August 1802. List continues... Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2024-01-10 11:42:25 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Mike Watson - History
Irene (Cookie) Curtis, 77, Columbia, KY (1946-2024) Irene "Cookie" Curtis of Columbia passed away on Tuesday, January 9, 2024, at her residence. She was 77 years old. Mrs. Curtis chose cremation, and there will be a memorial visitation on Monday, January 22, 2024, from 2pmCT until 4pmCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home, 210 Greensburg St., Columbia, KY. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2024-01-10 11:37:14 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Active weather pattern through next week From Mike Keltner, Director Adair Co. Emergency Management The National Weather Service is advising that a very active weather pattern will unfold starting on Friday and continuing into next week. To start, a strong storm system will impact the region on Friday, bringing gusty winds and the potential for snow on the backside of the system late Friday into early Saturday. Another storm system will take aim at the region as early as Sunday and may bring accumulating snow. Behind that system, an arctic cold front will bring bitterly cold temperatures to the region, with wind chills below zero for many locations by early next week. 2024-01-10 11:35:23 | Comments | Printable version
Letter: Thanks from family of Belinda Sue Tucker From James and John Walker We would like to thank everyone that sent texts, called to check on us, brought food, and sent things to the funeral home. We are overwhelmed at the friends and family that supported us. We especially thank you all for the prayers and ask for continuing prayers as we are still processing this. God bless each and everyone of you --James and John Belinda Sue Tucker, 64, Columbia, KY (1959-2024) 2024-01-10 11:29:13 | Comments | Printable version
It's National Houseplant Appreciation Day January 10th is National Houseplant Appreciation Day If you have one (or several) give a little extra attention, Maybe give it some decoration? If you don't have one, think about visiting a nursery and getting one. Me? I thought about it, then decided to reach out to my friend Mary Knight and "talk" about plants. - LW 2024-01-10 10:01:32 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today
Delphia Ann Savage Garrett, 74, Metcalfe County, KY Delphia Ann Savage Garrett, age 74, of Summer Shade, Kentucky, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, January 8, 2024, surrounded by her family. She was born on Tuesday, May 24, 1949. She was a 1966 graduate of Metcalfe County High School. She was preceded in death by her parents, Stanley Savage and Thelma (Grider) Savage and her sister, Ethel Maye Savage. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2024-01-10 09:46:39 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Taxes starting in 2024 in Adair County By Makayla M. Wright Sheila Blair is the new Adair County Occupational Tax Director effective January 1, 2024. Also as of January 1, 2024 the Adair County community has a 0.50% tax on employees' gross earnings on all employers who issue W2 tax forms. In addition to this, anyone conducting business must purchase a business license for $50 by March 1, 2024 and after January 31st of each consecutive year. Information forms have been mailed to businesses and individuals who apply. If an individual has received these forms and it does not apply; they can email adairoccupationaltax@gmail.com or call (270)-751-2525. 2024-01-10 09:43:12 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
Tommy Elmore Judd, Green County, KY (1946-2024) Thomas "Tommy" Elmore Judd of Greensburg, son of the late Garland Thomas Judd and Louvina Hollins Judd Geralds, was born on Saturday, July 6, 1946 and passed away on January 9, 2024 at Baptist Health Hardin. He was 77 years, 6 months, and 3 days of age. He had made a profession of faith in Christ, was a member of Bradfordsville Baptist Church, and was a retired truck driver. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2024-01-10 09:38:38 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Jobs news - Pennyroyal expands plans for GRCP The Pennyroyal Barrel Company, locating in the Green River Commerce Park, has announced it is transitioning to Pennyroyal Distillery. The development, originally introduced in July of 2023, was to be an $8.5 million investment on 40-acres in the GRCP. Pennyroyal Distillery, with a new legendary partner, now expands that footprint to an approximate $25 million investment on 60-acres, adding a distillery building centered around a 32" copper column still. The concept stays the same but now they will add in-house distillation. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2024-01-10 08:35:10 | Comments | Printable version
Chronic dry mouth can cause serious problems If your mouth feels dry when you wake up in the morning, usually a glass of water and brushing your teeth will make it feel good again. For a number of people, this is not the case. They may have chronic dry mouth, which can cause the tongue to feel hot, sore throat, and difficulty swallowing dry foods. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2024-01-10 08:31:53 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Health Care
Joyce Lee Ettner, 70, Russell County, KY Joyce Lee Ettner, of Jamestown, passed away Saturday, January 6, 2024. She was 70 years of age. Joyce was a member of Pleasant Hill Community Church. She lived with God as her guide, her rock, the center focus of her life. Born February 11, 1953, she was a daughter of the late Herbert Lee and Pauline Coffey Womack. She knew the importance of love and trusting in the Lord, and she shared her thoughts with her family in letters that she wrote to them. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2024-01-10 08:28:14 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Marshall Cochran, 87, Casey County, KY (1936-2024) Marshall Cochran, 87, died Monday January 8, 2024. He was born in Liberty on January 11, 1936, to Johnny Lawrence and Betty Long Cochran. He was a farmer and retired from Ingersoll Rand after 30 years. He enjoyed farming and being with family. He was a member of the Block Pentecostal Holiness Church. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2024-01-10 08:25:54 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries Birthdays and Anniversaries for January 10 Happy Anniversary, Eddie and Shirlene VanArsdale | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Clara Rogers (1942) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Eden Bradshaw (2006) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Madison L. Smith | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Melissa Renee Bault Franklin (1969) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Regina Agnieszka Lepiarczyk Krygier | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Celystine Stotts Baker, Breeding, KY (1946-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Patricia Wilson, Columbia, KY (1962-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ann Laverne Meadows, Greensburg, KY (1940-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Matt Burress, Elk Horn, KY (1990-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Eugene Mabin, Greensburg, KY (1925) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James L. Burton, Adair Co., KY native (1928) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Christine Milby Bloyd Green Co., KY native (1919-2010) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Garfield Gosser, Russell Co., KY (1919) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Don Wesley Brooks, Columbia, KY (1965-2011) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Okey Lee Roberts Jamestown, KY (1935) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lou Ina Rexroat, Russell County, KY (1923) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Thurman (Finn) Watson, Taylor Co., KY (1947-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lewis (Bill) Simpson, Green County, KY (1928-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Norma Jean Shaw Pickett, Adair County, KY (1930-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Gladys Humble, Russell County, KY (1927-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Manelle Denson, Casey County, KY (1925-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William (Bill) Douglas Gumm, Green Co., KY (1929-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Raymond Estil Groce, Russell County, KY (1922-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ralph J. Bennett, 80, Russell Co., KY (1934-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Elzora Yocom, Taylor Co., KY, (1931-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Philip E. Antle, Russell Co., KY (1931-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lucy Bell Huff, 63, Edmonton, KY (1953-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Odell Polston, 82, Russell Co., KY (1933-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jarvis J.C. Burton, Russell County, KY, Adair Co., KY native (1942-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Gary (Red) Samuell, 70, Fairplay, KY (1946-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ralph Hammond Johnson, 82, Russell Co., KY (1934-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Gracie Jeter, 96, Taylor Co., KY (1920-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Alvin Lee Richerson, 80, Taylor Co., KY (1937-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, GraceLynn AbiGail Cleo Stapleton, 6 months, Adair County, KY (2017-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jackie Holt, 74, Dunnville, KY (1943-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Alesa Frances Branham, 94, Columbia, KY (1927-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Brenda Joyce Jeffries, 81, Campbellsville, KY (1941-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Charles William (Chuck) Ralls, 61, Campbellsville, KY (1961-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Coy L. McGowan, 66, Jamestown, KY (1949-2015) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ferrel Hudson, 95, Russell Springs, KY (1925-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Frances H. Wolford, 79, Columbia, KY (1943-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In memory Birthday, Herman R. Chelf (January 10, 1919-March 17, 2006) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, LaVerne Bell, 87, Campbellsville, KY (1935-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Margaret Ann Hendrickson, 96, Columbia, KY (1927-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Margaret Louise (Maggie) Webb, 67, Columbia, KY (1954-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Ann Caldwell, 61, Columbia, KY (1961-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Orvis Joe Kean, 66, Russell Springs, KY (1955-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ronald (Ronnie) Clay Durham, 76, Russell Springs, KY (1946-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Teddy N. Montgomery, 60, Green County KY, (1958-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William Garnet Shepard, 82, Russell Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Wednesday, January 10, 2024 All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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