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Daily News for Friday, January 26, 2024
Board of Elections to meet Feb 5 From Lisa Greer Adair County Clerk The Adair County Board of Elections will hold a Special Called Meeting at 9amCT on Monday, February 5, 2024, in the Adair County Clerk's Office, 424 Public Square, Ste 3, Columbia, KY, to approve the 2024 Election Plan. Meeting Agenda: Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2024-01-26 13:46:06 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
Tigers prevail in Battle of Highway 55 Campbellsville, KY - The latest Battle of Highway 55 took place on Thursday in Cambpellsville, and the Tigers prevailed over the Blue Raiders in two contests. The Lindsey Wilson women's basketball team fell to No. 3 Campbellsbville on Thursday evening with a final score of 78-54. The Lindsey Wilson men lost their game to the Tigers in a slightly closer matchup, 68-59. The Blue Raiders will next take on Cumberland University at home on Saturday. The women's game is set to start first at 1pmCT at Biggers Sports Center, 360 Spickard Drive, Columbia, KY. 2024-01-26 13:30:23 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
KSP called to investigate deadly Casey Co. residential fire From Trooper Jonathan Houk Liberty, KY - The Kentucky State Police Post 15 in Columbia received a call from Bluegrass 911 dispatch on January 25, 2024 at 4:26pmET requesting investigative assistance at the scene of a residential fire in the Bethelridge community of Casey County. Troopers and Detectives responded to the scene located on KY 837 in the Bethelridge community of Casey County. Numerous fire departments from Casey, Lincoln, and Pulaski counties also responded to the area to battle the blaze. The preliminary investigation revealed emergency personnel located Ariel Gordon, age 29 of Lebanon, and Thomas Moss, age 39 of Summersville, deceased inside the residence. Two juveniles were also located deceased inside of the residence. Ms. Gordon and Mr. Moss, as well as the two juveniles, were sent to the State Medical Examiner's Office for an autopsy. The cause of the fire and the deaths of those involved remains under investigation. The investigation is being led by Detective Zach Scott. Detective Scott was assisted at the scene by other Kentucky State Police Post 15 personnel, the Kentucky State Fire Marshall, Casey County Coroner, and numerous local fire departments. 2024-01-26 13:24:36 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Tyson Foods opens $355M facility in Bowling Green From Crystal Staley/Brandon Mattingly Bowling Green, KY - On Jan. 25, 2024, Gov. Andy Beshear joined local officials and leaders from Tyson Foods for the grand opening of the company's new, state-of-the-art food production facility at Bowling Green's Kentucky Transpark. The $355 million plant will create nearly 450 full-time jobs and is among the largest investment, job-creation projects announced in Warren County. "The economic success we've seen in Warren County in the last several years has been impressive," said Gov. Beshear. "Tyson Foods has played a key role in Bowling Green's economy for years, and today's grand opening marks an exciting next chapter in the company's long history serving the commonwealth. I want to thank Tyson Foods and its leadership for their continued belief in this great state and look forward to their continued success in Kentucky." Spanning 400,000 square feet, the facility is dedicated to producing popular Tyson Foods brands - Jimmy Dean and Wright Brand bacon - as well as bacon for food service. The plant is expected to output over two million pounds of bacon products each week, meeting escalating demand in retail and food service. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2024-01-26 13:22:29 | Comments | Printable version
Carolyn Jo Keltner, 74, Frankfort, KY (1949-2024) Carolyn Jo Keltner, beloved wife, mother, friend, and soon-to-be grandmother, passed away on January 24, 2024. Born in Lebanon, Kentucky, on March 3, 1949, she was the proud daughter of Sambo and Ethelean Keltner of Adair County, both of whom preceded her in death, along with her younger brother, Samuel Wayne Keltner. A gathering of family and friends will be held from 4pmET until 7pmET on Wednesday, February 21, 2024, at Harrod Brothers Funeral Home, 312 Washington Street, Frankfort, KY. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2024-01-26 12:05:42 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Carol Perkins: Her eyes pleaded for help Previous Column: Reserved By Carol Perkins Her eyes pleaded for help. I turned, waiting for her to come around the front of the SUV to join me so we could help each other up the steps, but all I could see were her eyes over the hood of the passenger's side of the car...her crying eyes. Let me start over. CD Day for the Metcalfe Chamber of Commerce is an annual event. Susan Chambers and I have participated since it began. CD Day launched Susan and Carol-Unscripted. I drove to the radio station that morning and parked in the familiar parking lot. Noticing a slushy mixture, I tried to maneuver so neither Susan nor I would fall. Although my side was clear, that wasn't the case for hers. The minute her feet touched the grass-covered slushy ice, she slid away from the car. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2024-01-26 12:01:05 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Carol Perkins
Bishop Joseph W. Walker III to speak at CU chapel By Simon Baker Campbellsville, KY - Bishop Joseph W. Walker III has accomplished much in his life, from serving as the pastor of a historic Baptist church in Nashville, Tenn., to authoring several books, serving on boards, committees, and appearing often on weekly news platforms. He will address the Campbellsville University community at 10amET on Wednesday, February 7, 2024, in Ransdell Chapel, 401 N. Hoskins Ave., Campbellsville, during the university's weekly chapel service. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2024-01-26 11:55:44 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Campbellsville University
KADB approves projects in Cumberland, Metcalfe From Madison Pergrem Frankfort, KY - The Kentucky Agricultural Development Board approved $2,130,880 for agricultural diversification and rural development projects across the commonwealth at its monthly board meeting, including $25,208 for the County Agricultural Investment Program (CAIP) in Cumberland County, and $3,750 for Food Safety and Efficiency Incentives in Metcalfe County. "The Kentucky Agricultural Development Board's attention to a diverse set of projects and programs sets a high standard for Kentucky's agricultural future," said Commissioner of Agriculture and board chair Jonathan Shell. "With the board's focus and the innovative plans from some of Kentucky's top producers, it's evident Kentucky agriculture is headed in the right direction." Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2024-01-26 11:54:04 | Comments | Printable version
Evan and Matt - partners in investigations Columbia Police Department K9 Matt, featured in the photo today with Sgt. Evan Burton, is a nine year old German Shepherd that works drug detection, article (evidence) searches, tracking (criminal and or missing persons), also making criminal apprehensions if needed. Sgt. Burton and K9 Matt graduated from the Top Dog Police Academy located in Evansville, Indiana in 2016. The two have been parters at the Russell County Sheriff’s Office and are currently parters at the Columbia Police Department. He says, "K9s are a huge asset to local law enforcement while also assisting other neighboring law enforcement agencies, protecting their communities!" 2024-01-26 10:05:21 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
BAVFD answers emergency call in Albany/Clinton County Breeding Area Volunteer Fire Department Chief Terry Harvey said they were contacted at 11amCT Sunday, January 21st - one of the coldest days of last week's winter storm - for help in a neighboring county. Kentucky Emergency Management asked the BAVFD for help with the crisis situation in Albany, Clinton County where the main pumping station froze and their water reserve was out. They'd been dealing with problems all during the storm. They don't have the number of tanks throughout their county that Adair has. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2024-01-26 09:09:08 | Comments | Printable version Birthdays and Anniversaries for January 26 Happy Anniversary, Charlie and Angela Crawhorn (1991) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Kerry and Patricia Yates | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Aaron Helm (1987) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Charles Garrison | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, David Eubank | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Joseph Logsdon (1954) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Judy Spoon | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Kasey Young (1988) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Kendra Kulac (1999) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Larry D. Stotts | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Mary Logsdon (1956) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Matt Hadley | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Meredith Murrell (1994) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Nick Kemp | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Preston Loy (2000) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Wendell Wilson | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Robert W. Moore, Columbia, KY (1942-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, John William Folden, 48, Adair County, KY (1973-2021) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Charles Garrison, 78, Adair Co., KY (1933) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mitch Harris, Adair Co., KY, a native of Russell Co., KY (1942) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Helen Foley, Russell Co., KY (1928) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Estell Bardin, Adair County, KY (1919) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Frances Allene Parnell Oaks, Green Co., KY (1934-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Kathleen Logsdon, Adair Co., KY (1956-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary F. Meloney , Casey County, KY (1925-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Roy William Graham, 79, Campbellsville, KY (1936-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Birchel (Bill) Baker, 89, Russell Co., KY (1926-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Everett (Jerry) Ellsworth, 75, Casey Co., KY (1940-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Willard L. (Hank) Harris, Taylor County, KY (1959-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Marilyn May, 67, Taylor Co., KY (1949-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Larry Walters, 73, Taylor County, KY (1943-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Alton Milby, Green Co., KY (1939-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Luda Stephens, Russell Springs, KY (1924-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Robert Fred Phelps, 66, Adair Co., KY/Pulaski Co., KY native (1951-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Gary Thomas Price, 48, King's Mountain, KY (1970-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Teresa Hayes Rogers, 58, Taylor Co., KY (1960-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James C. Holt, Adair County native, (1962-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Alaina Kay Adams, ACHS Jr.; Taylor Co., KY/Marion Co. native,(2000-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Marvin Saltsman, Jr., Alabama native/Fayette Co./Casey Co., KY (1958-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Beechel Clark, 83, Campbellsville, KY (1939-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Beverly J. Payne, 84, Columbia, KY (1938-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bro. Carl Read, Taylor Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Donald Gene Cash, 73, Burkesville, KY (1947-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dorothy Williams, 86, Taylor County, KY (1932-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jeffrey Luttrell, 64, Casey Co., KY (1958-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Macey Marie Crawhorn, 29, Columbia, KY (1993-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Paul D. Wyatt, 74, Casey County, KY (1944-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rose Marie Grimes, 63, Russell Springs, KY (1957-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sarah Margaret (Sally) Dobson Wells, Greensburg, KY (1931-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Stella Hadley Knight, 68, Russell Springs, KY (1950-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Stephen Edward Absher, 44, Columbia, KY (1977-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Terry Jewell McKinney, 67, Edmonton, KY (1953-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William (Billy) Bottom, 87, Russell Co., KY native (1932-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William Marty Muse, 57, Dubre, KY (1963-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Friday, January 26, 2024 All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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