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Food is Medicine campaign kicks off in state

Frankfort, KY - - The Kentucky Department of Agriculture and Agriculture Commissioner Jonathan Shell are joining forces with the Kentucky Hospital Association (KHA) to develop a "Food is Medicine" campaign focusing on the power of food and its connection to healthier living.

"Access to nutritious food is critical to maintain a healthy lifestyle," Commissioner Shell said. "Advocating that connection between food and health is essential to meeting the goal of less chronic disease and longer lifespans. But it's more than a message about choosing the right foods, it's also a message about expanding our food distribution networks within the agriculture industry."


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2024-06-01 14:31:50 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Health Care

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Lillies in bloom



2024-06-01 - Fairplay, KY - Photo by Veronica Arnold.
Veronica sends a couple of photos of her beautiful lily crop.

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Gladys Fae Thompson, 59, Cumberland County, KY

Gladys Fae (Bruce) Thompson of Burkesville, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, May 29, 2024, at the Cumberland County Hospital in Burkesville, Kentucky, having attained the age of 59 years, 4 months, and 11 days.

She was born on Monday, January 18th, 1965 to John Travis and Mary Helen (Brown) Bruce. She was a Christian, a member of Christian Chapel Church of Christ, and a nurse practitioner for Fast Pace Urgent Care. She is preceded in death by her parents.


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2024-06-01 14:27:41 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Nine from Columbia earn academic honors at WKU

Bowling Green, KY - Western Kentucky University has released the honors lists for the spring 2024 semester. Full-time undergraduate students with a semester grade-point average of 3.4 to 3.79 are named to the Dean's List. Students with a GPA of 3.8 to 4.0 are named to the President's List.

Nine students from Columbia earned honors for the spring 2024 semester:
  • Nathan L. Parsley, Dean's List
  • Briley A. Cox, President's List
  • Paris B. Barkes, President's List
  • Sydney M. Slaven, President's List
  • Lyndsi R. Marcum, Dean's List
  • Cole E. Beard, President's List
  • Alexander S. Godsey, President's List
  • Kylie C. Miller, Dean's List
  • Emily G. Bivens, Dean's List
Note: If we missed a student who should be included, please let us know using our comment form.


2024-06-01 11:55:08 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education

KSP: Post 15 to conduct Traffic Safety Checkpoints

From Trooper Jonathan Houk

Kentucky State Police Post 15 will be conducting periodic traffic safety checkpoints in the Post 15 area, which includes Green, Taylor, Marion, Washington, Russell, Casey, Adair, Metcalfe, Monroe, Clinton, and Cumberland counties.

These checkpoints will be conducted as part of Post 15's highway safety efforts. Troopers will be checking for violations of Kentucky traffic and regulatory laws including, but not limited to, motor vehicle equipment safety, licensing of drivers, motor vehicle registration, child restraints, and operation of motor vehicle while under the influence of intoxicants.

A complete list of traffic safety checkpoint locations can be found at the following link: http://www.kentuckystatepolice.org/post15checkpoints.


2024-06-01 11:47:05 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports

ACSO: Man arrested for sex offender registry violations

From Sheriff Josh Brockman
Adair County Sheriff's Office

A joint investigation between the Columbia Police Department, Kentucky Probation and Parole and the Adair County Sheriff's office has resulted in the arrest of a Columbia man on Kentucky Sex Offender Registration Violations.

On Friday, May 31, 2024, Adair County Sheriff Josh Brockman and Columbia Police Sgt. Evan Burton obtained warrants of arrest for a man who had been seen hanging around the Columbia City Park/Splashpad and the Adair County Jim Blair Center playground on at least 6 different occasions. Each one of these incidents is a violation of Kentucky Sex Offender Playground restrictions.

Further investigation determined that the man was not residing at his registered address, which is a felony violation of the Sex Offender Registry.


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2024-06-01 11:45:14 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports

Jordan Williams to be ACES new Principal

From Jason Faulkner, Superintendent
Adair County Schools

The Adair County Elementary School Site Based Decision Making Council (SBDMC) approved Mr. Jordan Williams's appointment as the new principal of ACES at a meeting held Thursday, May 30, 2024. Mr. Williams has been the Assistant Principal at Adair County Elementary for the past four years.

Mr. Williams, an experienced educator with over 10 years in the field, expressed his excitement and gratitude for the opportunity to lead the school. He emphasized his commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for both students and staff.

"I am honored to be chosen for this role and look forward to collaborating with the dedicated teachers, parents, and community members to ensure every student at ACES thrives academically, socially, and emotionally," Mr. Williams stated.


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2024-06-01 11:26:07 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education

LWC finishes 2nd in final President's Cup standings

Following the conclusion of the 2023-24 academic year, the Mid-South Conference unveiled its final President's Cup standings of the season Friday morning. Lindsey Wilson College, who ranked third after the winter campaign, leapfrogged "Highway 55" rival Campbellsville to finish second overall for the second time in three years.

The Blue Raiders closed with a final point total of 121.5 and ended up in second place in the Men's All-Sports standings and tied for second place in the in the Women's All-Sports standings.


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2024-06-01 11:23:01 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports


Birthdays and Anniversaries for June 1
Happy Anniversary, Chandler and Hailey Staten (2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Abby Walker | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Amy Lane Chaney (1970) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Brooke Cowan (1993) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Hannah Pippen | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Joslyn Pickett (1999) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Kelsey Dyer (2006) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Norma J. Scott | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Pat Rickman | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Penny Lane Woodruff (2009) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Rebecca Morgan (1999) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Robert Jessie | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Stacey Hatcher Wilson | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Tillie Jo Harrilson (2012) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Tim Baker | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Zachary Lee Whitaker (1998) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Philip York Randall, Adair County, KY, native (1941-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mary Ann Bragg Jones, Adair Co., KY (1941-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Diane Lynn York, 64, Russell Co. KY (1953-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Marjorie Johnson Yarberry, Adair Co., KY native (1914-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Kathy A. Crew, Liberty, KY (1973-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, William Thomas (Tom) Tonge, Columbia, KY (1938-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Robert Neal Jessie, Columbia, KY (1954-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mr. Charles Booker Lobb, Green Co., KY (1928) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Alva Bryant, Russell Co., KY (1924) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Darrin Leonard Watson, Elk Horn, KY (1965) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Willie Ed Cowherd, Green Co., KY (1951) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Billy Ray Cox, Hustonville, KY (1971) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jean McLean, Adair County, KY (1930) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jackson Lee Sublett, Campbellsville, KY (Jun. 1, 2013-Sept. 1, 2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Viola (Bobbie) Lawhorn Brown, Casey County (1924-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Rocky Branham, Cumberland Co., KY (1961-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ernest (Jim) Luttrell, Casey County, KY (1937-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Billly Don Wade, Russell County, KY (1954-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Gwendola Fae Arflack Ford. Cumberland Co., KY (1930-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Helen Josephine Anderson Norris, Burkesville, KY (1933-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Thelma McKinley Dause, 95, Russell Co., KY (1920-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Donald L. McGowan, Russell Co., KY (1942-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Larry Silcox, 77, Knifley, KY (1938-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Clifford C. Wesley Jr., Casey County, KY (1943-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, George Calvin Walker, 52, Knifley, Adair County, KY (1965-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Roberta Hess, Casey Co., KY/NY State native (1942-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Kenneth 'Kenny' Frank Pitcock, Burkesville, KY (1972-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Robert Charles Marton, Adair County, KY (1928-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Allen Tucker, 55, Campbellsville, KY (1967-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Anna C. Payne, 75, Campbellsville, KY (1948-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Becky Greene Wood, Columbus, IN (1958-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Betty Raye Moss, 92, Campbellsville, KY (1931-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Beulah Langford, 79, Casey County, KY (1917-2015) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Brenda Henson, 69, Adair County, KY (1952-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Coy R. Burton, 77, Columbia, KY (1945-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Genus Tucker (1903-1973) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, James Edward (Jimmy) Dial, Campbellsville, KY (1948-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, June Taylor, 76, Campbellsville, KY (1947-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Leslie J. Taylor, Casey County, KY (1952-2012) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Linda Fitzpatrick, Columbia, KY (1954-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Sadie M. Groce, 81, Burkesville, KY (1941-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Timothy Lee Carter, 31, Russell Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Wanda Sewell McDonald, 84, Cumberland County, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)

Events scheduled for Saturday, June 1, 2024
All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
8:00amCTFarmers Market on the Square 8am-1pmCT
At the corner of Merchant and Campbellsville Streets in Columbia, across from City Hall. | (ID:66889, Comment)
CACFD: Crusade for Children fundraising
All across the City of Columbia, 8amCT to 4pmCT | (ID:67015, Comment)
9:00amCT4-H Outdoor Club Family Fishing Day | (ID:66932, Comment)
Vacation Bible School at Sparksville Nazarene Church | (ID:66995, Comment)
10:00amCTSummerfest on the Square in Edmonton | (ID:67007, Comment)
1:00pmCTHistoric Giles House in Knifley open for the season | (ID:67027, Comment)
Services for Lindon H. Wray, 79, Columbia, KY (1945-2024) | (ID:67043, Comment)

 

































 
 
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