ColumbiaMagazine.com
Printed from:

Welcome to Columbia Magazine  
 





































 
Daily News for
Tuesday, June 25, 2024
← 2024-06-24 Previous DayNext Day 2024-06-26 →

To view another day, enter a year, month and day, and press enter:
NOTE: Date must be in the form YYYY-MM-DD, like 2024-06-25.

July 4th celebration includes tractor show

From Wayne Livesay

A tractor show will be held on July 4, in Campbellsville. The show is open to everyone and starts at 12noonET after the morning parade.

Antique tractors, 1960 and older, show gas engines, and old farm equipment will be included.


Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article.
2024-06-25 20:31:08 | Comments | Printable version

<-Previous PhotoPhoto 1 of 6Next Photo->
Congratulations to Firefighter Brian Hoggard



2024-06-25 - Metcalfe County, KY - Photo from Kim Harwood, Executive Director, Edmonton Metcalfe Chamber of Commerce.
the North Metcalfe Volunteer Fire Department (NMVFD) and friends and families would like to congratulate Firefighter Brian Hoggard for successfully completing the required training to become a Kentucky Certified Firefighter! This is no small task with 115 hours of coursework in both the classroom and hands-on skills environments being required, covering multiple facets of firefighting and emergency response.

Permalink | Comments?

Curiosity earns cat a trip to California

Since at least the late 1500s, authors from Shakespeare to Stephen King have mentioned what happens to curious cats -- and it's never good.

But for one cat in Utah, her curiosity earned her a trip to California -- the hard way -- but she got there.


Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article.
2024-06-25 20:27:49 | Comments | Printable version

Michael Bean, 75, Columbia, KY (1948-2024)

Michael Edward Bean of Columbia, Kentucky, passed away on Monday, June 24, 2024 at the age of 75 years, 9 months, and 4 days. He was born on Monday, September 20, 1948 in Burkesville, Kentucky, the son of James "Peaches" & Marie (Smith) Bean.

He was of the Christian faith, and attended Grace Union Baptist Church.


Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article.
2024-06-25 20:26:57 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Phyllis Tucker, 72, Greensburg, KY (1951-2024)

Phyllis Elaine Wright Tucker of Greensburg, Kentucky, daughter of the late Henry Lee Wright and Vernice Posey Wright, was born on Wednesday, August 15, 1951, in Green County and departed this life on Saturday, June 22, 2024 at 72 years, 10 months, and 7 days of age.

She had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of the Ladies Chapel United Methodist Church, she was also a former member of the Maple Hill Church as well as a former Sunday School teacher. She was retired from Fruit of Loom where she worked 29 years, worked for Amazon for 10 years, as well as having her own business making soap. She was also a Boy Scout and Girl Scout leader for many years.


Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article.
2024-06-25 13:29:25 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

CPD: Missing Juvenile

Update: CPD: Missing juvenile has been located

By Officer Adam Cravens, PIO
Columbia Police Department

The Columbia Police Department is asking for assistance in locating Brooklyn Peterson. Peterson is 17 years old, 5'5, approximately 104 lbs. If you have any information as to her location please contact Adair County Dispatch at 270-384-6464.


2024-06-25 09:12:02 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports

EDA Board of Directors welcome new members

By Dennis Crump, Editor, Adair Progress

The Adair County's Economic Development Authority (EDA) Chairman Larry Walker opened their June meeting discussion by recognizing the two new members, Rob Wilkerson and Michelle Powell. Powell was immediately selected for the position of treasurer.

EDA Consultant Heather Spoon was especially commended for her contributions toward bringing the new Martin's Peterbilt expansion into Adair County. Vice Chairman Mark Dykes was also recognized for his many years of honorable service with the board.


Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article.
2024-06-25 01:28:07 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government

Orvis Reese, 80, Russell County, KY (1943-2024)

Orvis G. Reese, of Russell Springs, passed away on Saturday, June 22, 2024, at 80 years of age.

He was a proud US Army veteran of the Vietnam Era. He enjoyed his time that he was stationed in Germany and always wanted to return there for a visit. He was a retired grocery store manager. Orvis was of the Christian faith and had been baptized. He enjoyed reading his Bible and had read it through many times. He loved trading knives and coins and going to flea markets.


Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article.
2024-06-25 01:26:11 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Courthouse Clock will chime and keep time again

The clock tower on the historic Adair county courthouse is in full restoration phase, members learned at the recent Adair Heritage Association meeting.

The City Of Columbia is funding the work of bringing the clock back into working order. The clock will have modern mechanical parts instead of the age old parts which could not be rebuilt.

It will chime again and keep time again once the work on it is completed.


Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article.
2024-06-25 01:23:13 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local History

Gilbert Burton, Adair County, KY (1925-2024)

Gilbert Ray Burton, 98, of Columbia, Kentucky, died Friday, June 21, 2024 at T.J. Samson Community Hospital in Glasgow. He was born September 15, 1925, in Adair County to Lucian and Belle Redmon Burton.

He was the oldest and longest member, along with his wife Sophia, of Purdy Separate Baptist Church. He was a U.S. Navy Veteran of World War II and a retired dairy farmer.


Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article.
2024-06-25 01:19:42 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Paint the Town coming up July 25th

The City of Columbia will be having their sixth annual “Paint The Town,” in which businesses, churches, organizations, and individuals are assigned a portion of the sidewalk to do sidewalk art.

The date this year is Thursday, July 25. The City is planning for all to do the same day and if feasible from 4 until 8pmCT that evening. Artists will be assigned a portion of sidewalk for the event.


Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article.
2024-06-25 01:13:29 | Comments | Printable version


Birthdays and Anniversaries for June 25
Happy Anniversary, Bob and Andi Chelf | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Bradley and Holly Caldwell (2005) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Bryan and Crystal Caldwell | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Dale and Brenda Janes (1941) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Ken and Jean Lefaivre (2011) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Kyle and Judy Coffey Stephens | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Mendell and Teresa Milby (1987) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Odell and Shirley Corbin (1955) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Tim and Cheri Olson (1996) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Casey Alan Richards | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Hagen Christopher Wayne McQueary (2008) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Hillary Brooke Klingberg (2009) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, John Luke Partin | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Judy Corbin | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Keri Willis (1978) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Madolyn Kate Brown | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Sheri Banks Little (1974) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Stacy Hare | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Steve Coomer | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Tony Grant | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jesse R. Welch, Campbellsville, KY (1946-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Edna Myrtle York, Jamestown, KY (1925-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Terry Randall Hammond, Russell Co., KY (1950) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Edro Harvey, Breeding, KY (1931) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ethel June Warren Sluder, Taylor Co., KY (1930) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Daniel Marion Whitlock, Green Co., KY (1937 | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Emma Jean Burbridge, Adair County, KY (1936-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, David Hymon Pierce, Adair County, KY (1950-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Ila J. Judd, Greensburg, KY (1920-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In memory birthday, Mathew Dale Grider, Liberty, KY (1978-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, John (Guy) Hancock, 90, Hancock Mtn, KY (1925-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Geraldine Reynolds, Taylor County, KY (1930-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jack Pierce, Burkesville, KY (1953-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In memory birthday, Jeannie Moss, Jamestown, KY (1940-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In memory birthday, Opal Helm Liberty, KY (1924-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Paul E. Krage, 51, Russell County, KY (1964-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lucian T. (Luke) Beard, 84, Knifley, Adair Co., KY (1931-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bennie Spears, Casey County, KY (1952-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ray William Sheppard, 60, Metcalfe Co., KY (1936-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Nina Mae Short Curry, 78, Horse Cave, KY (1938-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Susan Melanie Whalen, 57, Russell County, KY (1969-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Donnie Roots, 67, formerly of Campbellsville, KY (1950-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Barbara Ann Perkins Barr, 59, Taylor Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bobby (Bob) Bruce Rowe, 78, Somerset, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bobby Morrison, 67, Burkesville, KY (1955-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Darry Dale McElroy, 73, Russell Springs, KY (1949-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Delbert Lee (Peanut) Dotson, 80, Campbellsville, KY (1943-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, John A. (Johnny) Helm, 54, Greensburg, KY (1966-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jordan Wayne Coppage, 33, Taylor County, KY (1986-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Kezia Ximenes, Campbellsville, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lois Crum, Taylor Co., KY (1955-2013) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lucreta Eads, 87, Russell Springs, KY (1934-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mary Allender, 77, Columbia, KY (1945-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mary Linda Denton, 52, Columbia, KY (1969-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mildred Sparks, 92, Adair Co., KY native (1930-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Peter Arnett, Taylor County, KY (1933-2013) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Sue Parrott, 82, Taylor County, KY (1937-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Wanda Murphy, 75, Casey Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Wendell Lynn (PeeWee) Grant, 65, Breeding, KY (1956-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Wilma Jean Keith, 76, Adair County, KY (1943-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)

Events scheduled for Tuesday, June 25, 2024
All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
9:00amCTAdair Food Pantry, 203 South Monroe Street, Columbia, KY Open 9am-12pmCT, Contact: Michele Fruth, Director, 270-250-5432 | (ID:67054, Comment)
10:00amCTACPL: K-5th Summer Reading
Wild Kratts (Australia Adventure): Koala Balloon | (ID:66912, Comment)
6:00pmCTBloomington Chapel Vacation Bible School | (ID:67107, Comment)
Thunder Island VBS at Columbia SDA Church | (ID:67119, Comment)
Adair Co. Fiscal Court meeting (click for agenda) | (ID:67131, Comment)
6:30pmCTDairy Farmer Appreciation Picnic | (ID:67125, Comment)

 

































 
 
Quick Links to Popular Features


Looking for a story or picture?
Try our Photo Archive or our Stories Archive for all the information that's appeared on ColumbiaMagazine.com.

 

Contact us: Columbia Magazine and columbiamagazine.com are published by Linda Waggener and Pen Waggener, PO Box 906, Columbia, KY 42728.
Phone: 270.403.0017


Please use our contact page, or send questions about technical issues with this site to webmaster@columbiamagazine.com. All logos and trademarks used on this site are property of their respective owners. All comments remain the property and responsibility of their posters, all articles and photos remain the property of their creators, and all the rest is copyright 1995-Present by Columbia Magazine. Privacy policy: use of this site requires no sharing of information. Voluntarily shared information may be published and made available to the public on this site and/or stored electronically. Anonymous submissions will be subject to additional verification. Cookies are not required to use our site. However, if you have cookies enabled in your web browser, some of our advertisers may use cookies for interest-based advertising across multiple domains. For more information about third-party advertising, visit the NAI web privacy site.