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Daily News for Thursday, February 20, 2025
Deputy Sheriff Joshua Phipps to be added to National Memorial From Pam Phipps It's an honor to announce Russell County Deputy Sheriff Joshua Phipps has been chosen for inclusion to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial in Washington, DC. The National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial is the nation's monument to law enforcement officers who have died in the line of duty. Dedicated on October 15, 1991, the Memorial honors federal, tribal, state, and local law enforcement officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice for the safety and protection of our nation and its people. Each year, the names of officers killed in the line of duty are engraved on the walls of the Memorial. The NLEOMF's 37th Annual Candlelight Vigil will take place on Saturday, May 13, 2025, on the National Mall to memorialize those who sacrificed all for their communities. The 2025 Candlelight Vigil will be livestreamed on YouTube at YouTube.com/TheNLEOMF. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-02-20 18:55:30 | Comments | Printable version
Woodrow Franklin, 76, Russell Springs, KY (1948-2025) Woodrow Franklin of Russell Springs died on Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at Russell County Hospital. He was 76 years old. The funeral service will be held at 2pmCT on Sunday, February 23, 2025, at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home, 200 Campbellsville Street, Columbia, KY, with Bro. Ralph Foster officiating. Burial will follow in Columbia Cemetery. Visitation is requested after NoonCT on Sunday. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-02-20 17:40:17 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
State-maintained routes are mostly clear From Amber Hale The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) District 8 crews have completed their snow and ice operations following the recent winter storm. Since Tuesday, crews have worked around the clock to clear roadways after several inches of snow covered the district. As of this afternoon, February 20, 2025, all state-maintained routes are mostly clear, though some rural roads may still have sporadic slick spots. With extremely low temperatures expected overnight, refreezing is likely, and black ice may develop. Motorists should exercise caution, particularly on less-traveled roads. Black Ice Driving Tips:
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Ruby Jean Downs, 64, Adair County, KY Ruby Jean Downs, of Columbia, passed away on Sunday, February 16, 2025, at Casey County Hospital. She was 64. Born on June 26, 1960, in Covington, KY, she was the daughter of the late Howard and Hazel Rodgers Tucker Denson. Ruby loved being outdoors. She enjoyed fishing, working in her flowers and garden, playing cards, and loved to spend time with her husband and children. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-02-20 13:27:59 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Carol Perkins: Worn Boots Previous Column: The Magnet By Carol Perkins I took an old pair of Guy's boots to church to use as a prop for my children's sermon. I held up the worn, crinkled, and weathered boots. "Would you buy these?" I asked. "If they were at a thrift store, would you buy for $5?" You can predict the answer. Then I asked, "If I gave them to you, would you wear them?" One darling girl said, "Yes, but they're too big." Most wouldn't wear, buy, or have them in their closet. My point was coming. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-02-20 10:47:10 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Carol Perkins
Holland Jane Phelps rescued to a good life By Linda Waggener Greg and Bonnie Phelps of Columbia shared the story and picture of their sweet Holland Jane Phelps, a smart and talented dog. Greg found the touching story and photo of several siblings online, a box of puppies that had been abandoned, dropped off. The little Beagle-Basset mix, humorously referred to as a "Bagle," was the one they bonded with on a visit, and adopted in winter 2021, at Sugarfoot Rescue during the Pandemic. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-02-20 10:45:29 | Comments | Printable version
Agenda for Feb 20 Regular School Board Meeting From Carolee Lloyd Admin. Assistant to Superintendent/Human Resource Director Adair County Board of Education The Adair County Board of Education will meet in regular session at 6pmCT on Thursday, February 20, 2025, in the Adair County Board Conference Room, 1204 Greensburg Street, Columbia, KY. Meeting Agenda: Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-02-20 10:40:44 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
Basketball: 20th District Tournament schedule By Trey Stephens, Staff Writer The schedule for the 20th District Tournament has been officially announced. Girls will play first, with games on Monday, February 24, 2025, with the first boys' game on Tuesday, February 25, 2025. The full schedule is as follows: Monday, February 24, 2025:
Tickets may be purchased at hometownticketing.com. 2025-02-20 10:28:18 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
Adair man faces rape and multiple other charges From Mike Scales, 92.7 The Wave An Adair County man faces multiple charges in Taylor County and is being held in the Taylor County jail under a $250,000 cash bond. Chance P. Taylor, 23, is charged with one count of rape, 1st degree; four counts of unlawful transaction with a minor, 1st degree, under 16; one count of sodomy, 2nd degree; two counts of sexual abuse, 1st degree; and unlawful transaction with a minor, 3rd degree. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-02-20 10:17:52 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Commodities Distribution for Seniors on Friday From Michele Fruth, Director Adair County Food Pantry The monthly commodities distribution for pre-qualified senior citizens will be held from 9amCT to NoonCT on Friday, February 21, 2025, at the Adair County Food Pantry, 203 South Monroe Street, Columbia, KY. 2025-02-20 08:58:34 | Comments | Printable version
Annex building closed on Feb 20 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 Thursday, February 20, 2025. 2025-02-20 07:46:23 | Comments | Printable version
Lindsey Wilson College A.P. White Campus closed on Feb 20 From Duane Bonifer Due to hazardous road conditions in the region, Lindsey Wilson College will implement remote learning on Thursday, February 20, 2025, on the A.P. White Campus in Columbia. Students will join classes remotely at the regularly scheduled time. All non-essential staff offices are closed. Essential staff should report on time: Physical Plant, Roberta D. Cranmer Dining & Conference Center and Public Safety. All other staff should work remotely. 2025-02-20 07:24:35 | Comments | Printable version Birthdays and Anniversaries for February 20 Happy Birthday, Annette Waggener Richards (1937) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Anthony Miller | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Barbara Armitage | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Brent Hatfield | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Cindy Scott | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Deana Kimbler | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, George Blair | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Hannah Stanley | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Heather Phillips Dudley | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jaiden Warren (2007) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jody Richards (1938) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Lilly Quinn (2003) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Lisa Spoon (1968) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Mary Case | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Michael England | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Rhonda Bennett | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Sharon Pickett | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Susan Stearns Willis | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Susan Thomas Williamson (1955) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tammy Lynn Sexton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tina Burton-Sinclair (1975) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mildred Frances Wilson, Columbia, KY (1931-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Billy Gene Milby, Summersville, KY (1959-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Marlene Taylor, Casey Co., KY native (1942-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bradley E. Arnold, Columbia, KY (1936-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Geneva Richardson, 84, Liberty, KY (1926) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Agnes Mae Thomas, Taylor Co., KY | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Margaret M. Sullivan Redmon,, Adair Co., KY (1924) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Michael "Booger" England, Adair Co., KY (1978) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Pearl Bennett, Adair Co., KY (1916) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Kazimierz Rusek, Adair Co., KY (1922-2011) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Gordon Lee Campbell, Burkesville, KY (1929) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Frances Smith, Taylor Co., KY (1919) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William (Duck) McBeath, Russell County, KY (1942) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Margaret Ann Cooley York, Adair County, KY, (1921) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Edna M. Fairbairn, 92, Casey County, KY (1921-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Maxie Bowlin, 82, Burkesville, KY (1932-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Marshall Dial, 64, Adair County, KY (1951-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Betty Jo Bryant Jarrell, 66, Mt. Pleasant, NC (1950-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Maxine Ashbrook Hainey, 94, Russell Co., KY (1923-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bradford Earl Fields, Metcalfe County, KY (1934-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Todd Anderson, Burkesville, KY (1969-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Anastasia Szymura Lepiarczyk (1870-1941) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Donald Keith (Don) Young, 84, Edmonton, KY (1937-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Donna Y. Overstreet, 70, Dunnville, KY (1950-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kyle Trevor Burchett, 29, Russell Springs, KY (1991-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Marshall Wayne Ellis, 83, Campbellsville, KY (1937-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Matthias Conrad Kania (1875-1934) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mildred Kelley Gosser, Campbellsville, KY (1935-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Steve Aaron, Russell Springs, Russell County, KY (1911-1960) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Violet Lucille Bale Graham, 101, Green Co., KY (1922-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Thursday, February 20, 2025 All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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