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Daily News for Wednesday, February 19, 2025
City Council met in special session Friday The Columbia City Council met in special session on Friday and gave second reading of Ordinance 230.56, which is an update to the pay classification plan. The City of Columbia has worked with the Kentucky League of Cities on updating policies and procedures since the fall of 2023. (They received a grant from the Kentucky League of Cities to assist with the project). Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-02-19 23:58:18 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
Expect icy roads Thursday as freeze sets in As the sun set, the combination of below-freezing air and pavement temperatures began to slow the effectiveness of salt and de-icing materials. Motorists should expect slick road conditions overnight and during the Thursday morning commute, even on previously treated surfaces, due to re-freezing and extended cold temperatures. If you must travel slow down, leave plenty of space between vehicles and give yourself extra time to reach your destination. KYTC District 8 tips for driving during snow and icy conditions follow: Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-02-19 23:23:26 | Comments | Printable version
Beverly Fischbach, 69, Taylor County, KY Beverly Fischbach, 69, of Campbellsville, daughter of Mildred Cook and the late Raymond Cook was born February 3rd, 1956. She departed this life on Tuesday, February 19th, 2025 at her home in Campbellsville. Beverly was a homemaker. She loved spending time with her family, especially her granddaughters. Beverly professed faith in Christ and was a Christian. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-02-19 23:17:00 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
It's Russell County's 200th birthday Russell County is kicking off the year beginning the celebration of its 200th bicentennial, 1825-2025. Here is the link to their official website to keep track of events. https://russellcountyky.gov/2025-bicentennial-celebration/ 2025-02-19 22:30:02 | Comments | Printable version
Joyce Eastridge, 88, Taylor County, KY Joyce Eastridge of Campbellsville, daughter of the late William Gose Humphress and Maude Lee Chapell Humphress, was born August 8, 1936 in Taylor County, Kentucky. She died Saturday, February 15, 2025 in Campbellsville at age 88. She professed faith in Christ and was a member of Mt. Zion Church of God. She was a retired employee of Fruit of the Loom and a homemaker. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-02-19 21:38:33 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Sending help to Eastern KY storm victims From Rev. Ryan Boatright Pastor, Columbia United Methodist Church JOY Ministries is gathering items for Eastern Kentucky. If you want to help with this need, JOY Ministries is now taking donations. The deadline to give is February 26, 2025. The immediate needs are water and cleaning supplies. See the items below that are needed. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-02-19 15:06:19 | Comments | Printable version
Getting outside in the cold more may help colds From Jane Aaron I did a little research on preventing colds. Might be something new, might not! First, if you haven't been getting a flu shot, be sure to do that. Also, Vit D & zinc are suggested, as well as ongoing Vitamin C. Combining turmeric & honey is supposed to boost anti-inflammatory responses & and boost the immune system. Surprisingly. It's suggested to get outside in the cold more! And, the usual recommendations of hand washing, exercising, getting enough rest, etc, are still there. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-02-19 14:32:25 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Health Care
Luke Daniel, 67, Adair County, KY (1957-2025) Luther "Luke" Russell Daniel, of Adair County, passed away Thursday, February 13, 2025, at T.J Samson Community Hospital in Glasgow. He was 67. He was born on December 29, 1957, in Casey County to Iola Lawson Daniel and Oda Lee Daniel. Luke was an entrepreneur. His favorite pass time was going to Somerset on the weekends and setting up at the Flea Market. He enjoyed playing bingo, trading vehicles and spending time with family and friends. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-02-19 14:28:13 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Nominations are open for the Public Health Hero Award From Jeff Neagle Lake Cumberland District Health Department Do you know someone who has made a big difference in the health and well-being of our community? The Lake Cumberland District Health Department (LCDHD) is excited to announce that nominations are now open for the Dr. Hossein Fallahzadeh Public Health Hero Award. This annual award recognizes individuals who have gone above and beyond to improve public health in the Lake Cumberland area. The award honors those who have shown dedication, innovation, and compassion in their efforts to make our community a healthier place to live. Whether it's promoting healthier lifestyles, addressing mental health issues, or leading efforts to reduce diseases, these heroes make a real difference. Who Can Be Nominated? The Public Health Hero Award is open to anyone in the Lake Cumberland region who has shown outstanding commitment to public health. Nominees are accepted and reviewed for the following criteria: Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-02-19 14:17:29 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Health Care
Phyllis A. Lawless, 88, Russell County, KY native (1936-2025) Phyllis Athena Lawless of Louisville passed away on Friday, February 14, 2025, at the University of Louisville Hospital. She was 88 years old. She was born on Tuesday, September 15, 1936, in Russell County, KY. Funeral services will be held at 4pmCT on Sunday, February 23, 2025, at Wilson Funeral Home, 391 East Steve Wariner Drive, Russell Springs, KY, with Bro. Carter Stewart officiating. Interment will follow in Crocket Cemetery, Jamestown, KY. Visitation will be at NoonCT on Sunday, February 23, 2025, at Wilson Funeral Home. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-02-19 14:11:35 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
ACMS SBDM Council to meet Feb 24 From Keri Willis, Principal Adair County Middle School Due to weather related concerns, the ACMS SBDM Council will have a special regular meeting at 4pmCT on Monday, February 24, 2025, in Room 137, 322 General John Adair Drive, Columbia, KY. This is in place of the regular monthly meeting that had been scheduled for Thursday, February 20. Agenda items will include regular monthly meeting items. 2025-02-19 13:03:52 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
Basketball: Indians defeat Colonels 63-48 at Caverna By Trey Stephens, Staff Writer On Tuesday, February 18, 2025, the Adair County Indians Boys Varsity Basketball team defeated the Caverna Colonels on the road 63-48. Region Player of the Year Connor Loy led the scoring for the Indians with 24 points. Dawson Gilbert's 18 points in the game made him the newest member of the Adair County Basketball 1000 Points Club. Gilbert has 77 wins over his three year career with Adair County. He also led the team in rebounding, with 5. Isaiah Cochran pulled down 4 rebounds in the game. The team as a whole shot 52% from the floor and 39% from three point range. Adair County is now 24-5 with just one game left on the schedule for the regular season. The Indians will be on the road at Mercer County (18-9) this Friday, February 21, 2025. 2025-02-19 13:01:31 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
Basketball: Lady Indians defeat Lady Colonels 78-27 By Trey Stephens, Staff Writer On Tuesday, February 18, 2025, the Adair County Lady Indians Varsity Basketball team beat the Caverna Lady Colonels 78-27 on the road in their regular season finale. The team saw 6 players score in double figures. Those were Ella Brown with 16, Ila Loy with 12, Reese Bardin with 12, Kinzlee Akin with 11, Callee White with 11, and Addie Bowman also with 11. Bowman and Bardin led the way with rebounds, pulling down nine each. The team as a unit shot 51% from the floor, but failed to make a three pointer. This game means the team finishes the regular season at 16-11, going 6-6 against 5th Region competition. The 16-11 record is the best an Adair County squad has posted since 2016, and that year the Lady Indians hoisted a 20th District title. The team will now rest up and prepare for the beginning of post-season play starting next week. 2025-02-19 12:54:23 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
Adair Co. Schools to be NTI Thu/Fri From Jason Faulkner, Superintendent Adair County Schools Due to the hazardous road conditions due to winter weather, there will be no school in the Adair County School district tomorrow, February 20, 2025, and Friday, February 21, 2025. This will be Non-Traditional Instruction Day #7. Please remember to log in to your Google Classrooms in order to participate in NTI. Your teachers will be available throughout the day to support you with anything you need.\ 2025-02-19 12:52:20 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
Four Bridges String Quartet delights Lindsey Wilson audience Lindsey Wilson College's W.W. Slider Humanities Center Recital Hall was alive with music on Monday, February 17, 2025, thanks to a well-received visit from Four Bridges String Quartet. The college's music department hosted the quartet, based in Chattanooga, Tennessee, who performed a Monday afternoon concert for more than 80 guests and then rehearsed with the Lindsey Wilson Singers, who are preparing for their annual spring tour. The musicians gave an engaging performance that included an excerpt from Franz Schubert's famed "String Quartet No. 14 in D minor," better known as "Death and the Maiden," along with arrangements of Danish folk music by the Danish String Quartet. The concert offered an immersive experience to attendees, who were prompted to whistle and use shaker instruments to perform select Danish String Quartet arrangements with the quartet. After the quartet's performance, they rehearsed with the 28 members of the Lindsey Wilson Singers. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-02-19 10:43:27 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Lindsey Wilson College
State 4-H Senior Livestock Skillathon results for Adair Co. By Tony Rose County Extension Agent for 4-H Youth Development Livestock Skillathon is a state-level contest that provides a framework for youth to learn a variety of topics related to the production and management of beef cattle, meat goats, sheep, and swine. Participants in these events learn about different breeds of livestock, external parts of livestock, skeletal anatomy of livestock, feedstuffs used in livestock diets, equipment using in raising and showing livestock and in processing meat, wholesale and retail cuts of meat derived from livestock, expected progeny differences (EPDs), common calculations used to measure animal performance and profitability, judging hay, judging meats, and judging performance classes of livestock. Adair County 4-H participated for the first time in the 4-H Livestock Skillathon Contest held on Saturday, February 15, 2025, at Western Kentucky University. The senior team was made up of Katelynn Molesky, Sophia Miller, Hudson Hancock and Daniel Burris. The team placed 18th overall, 12th Place overall in Identification and Evaluation, and 14th place in Quality Assurance in their first contest in the Skillaton Contest. Team member Katelynn Molesky was 3rd Place Overall Individual, 4th Place Individual Identification, 6th Place Overall Individual Quality Assurance, and 8th Place Individual in Evaluation. Congratulations to Katelynn, Sophia, Hudson and Daniel for the great job participating in the in-depth Livestock Skillathon Contest. They all did a great job and worked very hard. Special thanks to Robin Hancock and the certified Livestock Leaders for working with the youth in preparing for the Skillathon Contest. 2025-02-19 10:17:42 | Comments | Printable version
Banks opening late Wednesday morning Banks in Columbia are sending notes that they will opening later this morning, but they will be open today, Wednesday, February 19, 2025. 2025-02-19 09:42:03 | Comments | Printable version
Update: Library closed on Wednesday From Aleina Milligan The Adair County Public Library will be closed on Wednesday, February 19, 2025. Our parking lot, sidewalks and all entry points are treacherous. 2025-02-19 09:21:07 | Comments | Printable version
CAUD Closed on Wednesday From Ashley Bennett Due to inclement weather the Columbia Adair Utilities District, 109 Grant Lane Columbia, KY, will be closed February 19, 2025. If you have a water or sewer emergency you can contact our after hour's number at 270-634-3285. Thank you! 2025-02-19 07:53:51 | Comments | Printable version
Closings for T.J. Regional Health From Bart Logsdon All T.J. Pavilion Services and all Rural (Satellite) Clinics will be closed today, Wednesday, February 19, 2025. 2025-02-19 07:53:16 | Comments | Printable version
Annex Offices Closed on Wednesday From Bridget Compton Adair County Deputy Judge Executive, Road Administrative Assistant & Solid Waste Coordinator The Adair County Annex building and all offices within will be closed due to inclement weather and hazardous road conditions on Wednesday, February 19, 2025. 2025-02-19 07:52:10 | Comments | Printable version
Library opening delayed on Wednesday Update: Library closed on Wednesday From Aleina Milligan The Adair County Public Library will delay opening on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, until the parking lot has been cleared. Please check back with Columbia Magazine or Facebook for an update when that occurs. 2025-02-19 07:50:37 | Comments | Printable version
School Cancelation for February 19 From Jason Faulkner, Superintendent Adair County Schools Due to the predicted weather forecast and the potential for hazardous road conditions, there will be no school in the Adair County School district on February 19, 2025. This will be Non-Traditional Instruction Day #7 Please remember to log in to your Google Classrooms to participate in NTI. Your teachers will be available throughout the day to support you with anything you need. 2025-02-19 07:49:04 | Comments | Printable version Birthdays and Anniversaries for February 19 Happy Birthday, Anna Mary Alley (1979) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Annamarie Day | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Austin Hadley | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Cassie Adams | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Emily Renee Denton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Gavin Giles (2012) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jamie Cole | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jeffery Hadley | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jessica Paige Keith (1995) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Katie Jeffries | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Lisa Greer (1964) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Mitchell Compton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Peggy Curry | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Pen Waggener | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Ruth Butler (1923) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Sammie Jo Sandusky (2008) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James E. Means, Windsor, KY (1929-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Hobert Arthur Moran, Green County, KY (1938-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Gregory L. Black, Casey County, KY (1960-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Vena McQueary, Christine, KY (1922-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Linda Evelyn Compton, Metcalfe County, KY (1956-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Avis Withers (1933) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Cloyd Lacy, Russell Springs, KY (1916-2009) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dean Pyles, Adair Co., KY (1958-2009) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Colleen Spillman Franklin, Columbia, KY (1950) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Euna Vandree Lewis Sullivan, Green Co., KY, native of Adair Co. (1939) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Florence Aldrighetti, Adair Co., KY (1927) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Carolyn Hadley, Adair Co., KY native (1952 | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Vitus (Jack) Goodin, Adair County, KY (1929) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Roseann Shoaf Carman, Casey County, KY (1969) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Leonard Hadley, Russell County, KY (1939) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Harlan (Buster) Sparks, Campbellsville, KY (1928) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Betsy Ann Cottrell, Taylor County, KY (1939) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Helen Carman, Casey County, KY (1927) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ruth Eleanor McComas, 95, Cumberland Co., KY (1918-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Steve E. Wilson, Taylor County, KY (1964-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Henry Clay Glover, Liberty, KY (1938-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James Lyle (Sugar Bear) Hunter, Burkesville., KY (1949-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bula Nadine Johnson, Elkhorn, KY (1935-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Elizabeth Anne Hall Burress, Taylor Co., KY (1938-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Haley Pearl Thrasher, 94, Cumberland Co., KY (1921-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In memory birthday, Marie Richerson Shawen, 82, Taylor Co., KY (1933-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Laris (Ray) Parton age 75, Casey Co., KY (1940-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ruby Mae Flanagan, 87, Russell Co., KY (1928-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Curtis Luttrell, Adair County, KY (1934-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dottie Braun, Russell County, KY (1931-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Geraldine Graham Nelson, 84, Green Co., KY (1932-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Betty Cooper Kinnett, 88, Jamestown, KY (1928-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Virginia Sue Ball, Edmonton, KY (1946-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary H. Gann, 70, Russell County, KY (1947-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Joann May, 81, Burkesville, KY (1936-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Susie Mae Harmon, 67, Casey County, KY (1950-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Nona Mae Jeffries, 83, Savoyard, KY (1934-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, John Morris Mardis Sr., Taylor County, KY (1948-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jason Lee Parker, Taylor Co., KY/Green Co. native (1974-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Betty Joyce Robertson, 82, Russell County, KY (1936-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Walta Miller, Green County, KY (1945-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Charles James (C.J.) Bishop, Campbellsville, KY (1932-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Charlie Underwood, 93, Taylor Co., KY native (1928-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Daniel David Little, 51, Windsor, KY (1969-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, David Henderson, 80, Campbellsville, KY (1940-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dixie Wise, 88, Campbellsville, KY (1932-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Gary Keith West, 52, Adair Co., KY native (1969-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Herby (Kirby) Bell | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James Vaughn, 65, Burkesville, KY (1955-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lory Hoover Bennett, 90, Adair Co., KY native (1930-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mark Ray Yarberry, 57, Columbia, KY (1965-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Miro Jack Satalich, Campbellsville, KY (1931-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Norman T. Parrott, 82, Campbellsville, KY (1939-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Paulette Bray, 67, Columbia, KY native (1954-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Robbie Gene Lucas, 56, Russell Springs, KY (1964-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Robbie Gene Lucas, 56, Russell Springs, KY (1964-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Scheri Gay Keltner, 63, Green Co., KY (1959-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Tessa Sublett Pickett, 75, Campbellsville, KY (1947-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Victoria Elizabeth (Bess) Harvey, 90, Columbia, KY (1930-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William Joseph (Billy Joe) Holt, 76, Columbia, KY (1944-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Wednesday, February 19, 2025 All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form. 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