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Daily News for Thursday, April 3, 2025
Unemployment down year-to-year in Adair and Russell From Mike Clark/Kim Saylor Brannock Frankfort, KY - Unemployment rates rose in 83 counties, fell in 33 counties and stayed the same in Grant, Graves, Knox and Pulaski counties between February 2024 and February 2025, according to the Kentucky Center for Statistics (KYSTATS), an agency within the Kentucky Education and Labor Cabinet. Locally, unemployment was down in Adair and Russell Counties, and up in Casey, Cumberland, Green, Metcalfe, and Taylor Counties, from February 2024 to February 2025.
Woodford County recorded the lowest jobless rate in the commonwealth at 3.9%. It was followed by Fayette County, 4.2%; Scott County, 4.3%; Jessamine and Oldham counties, 4.5% each; Boone, Harrison and Todd counties, 4.6% each; Bourbon County, 4.7%; and Caldwell, Franklin, Graves, Kenton, Shelby, Union, Warren and Washington counties, 4.8% each. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-04-03 16:53:29 | Comments | Printable version
LWC: Thursday performance of The Weir moved to April 7 From Duane Bonifer Because of severe weather, the Lindsey Wilson College Department of Theatre's Thursday, April 3, 2025, performance of Conor McPherson's 'The Weir' has been rescheduled for 7pmCT on Monday, April 7, 2025, in the college's V.P. Henry Auditorium. The April 4 and April 6 performances are still scheduled to be performed. Questions can be directed to the Lindsey Wilson Department of Theatre at theatre@lindsey.edu or 270-384-8044. 2025-04-03 16:14:22 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Lindsey Wilson College
Water rescue in Gradyville Note: Click headline to see photos and a short video from Betsy From Betsy Fausnaugh An elderly gentleman tried crossing the flooded waters of Cool Springs Creek on Old Gradyville Road this afternoon. His truck was swept into the ditch. Water was rising rapidly and moving very swiftly, and the water finally turned the truck on its side. The man evacuated, still waiting on rescue. Randy Hatcher and the Adair County Sheriff were able to get a rope with a life vest out to him. My husband, Gary Fausnaugh, happens to be retired from the Coast Guard, and we still had his float vest. The two rescuers were able to pull the stranded man back to safe turf. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-04-03 16:11:52 | Comments | Printable version
KSP: Adair woman charged with solicitation to commit murder COLUMBIA, Ky. (April 3, 2025) - Kentucky State Police (KSP) Post 15 Detectives are investigating an allegation that an Adair County woman solicited a male juvenile at the Adair Juvenile Detention Center to kill her husband. On March 27, 2025, the Adair Juvenile Detention Center conducted a routine search of juveniles' living units where letters and explicit material were found in a male juvenile's possession sent by an Adair County School teacher assigned to the facility. The detention center immediately confiscated the material and contacted Post 15. KSP Post 15 Detectives discovered evidence that Elena Bardin, 27, of Columbia, solicited a male juvenile to kill her husband. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-04-03 15:02:57 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Metcalfe County now under flood warning from Edmonton-Metcalfe 911 Thursday, 4-3-25, 11:50amCT - From now through Sunday, our area is expected to experience significant flooding. Please use extreme caution and remember NEVER drive through floodwaters. Turn around, don't drown! Known Flooded Roadways: * Both bridges on Jack Sparks Rd * Ralph Edwards Rd bridge * HWY 640 between Echo and Cave Ridge These conditions can change rapidly, so stay alert and check back for updates. Please avoid flooded areas and report any new trouble spots to Edmonton-Metcalfe 911 non-emergency line at 270-432-5646. 2025-04-03 13:04:05 | Comments | Printable version
Water over the road at Sam Coffey Hole From Donna Rieder Saw the road closures on CM. Just wanted to let folks know that water is over the road on the Columbia side of the bridge at the Sam Coffey Hole, and water is up to and covering the bridge at Clifty Creek Farm. I'm hanging in the barn with all the new baby goats! Fancy had quads last night, and the firstborn is teeny tiny. We named him Peanut! 2025-04-03 12:56:20 | Comments | Printable version
Lighthouse Restaurant celebrates anniversary King Crenshaw, Babe, Duke and Kathleen Porter, and Mitchell and Norma Ervin are likely smiling down on Sulphur Well, KY as their long tradition of serving mouthwatering country ham dinners continues. After the tragic deaths at the restaurant the Porter family sold it to the Ervin family who continues it today. The Ervin's daughter Tammy Deckard and her husband Rodney just celebrated the 40th Anniversary of their family owning the Lighthouse, purchased from the Porters in 1985. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-04-03 12:38:55 | Comments | Printable version
Damage reported in Lone Valley Road area From Taylor County Emergency Management 4/3/2025 - Shortly after 2amET, severe thunderstorms moved through Taylor County causing damage in the Lone Valley Road area. Tucker's Tiki Bar & Restaurant received moderate roof damage from what appears to be strong straight line winds. In addition, three travel trailers parked behind the restaurant were overturned. Numerous trees, powers lines, and power poles were damaged as well. Some residents on Lake Forest Drive received minor to moderate structural damage from fallen trees. No injuries were reported. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-04-03 12:31:21 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
J. V. Selby, 89, Russell County, KY J. V. Selby, age 89, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Tuesday, April 01 2025. He was born on Sunday, March 01 1936, in Jamestown, Ky. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-04-03 12:24:02 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Road closures from Adair Emergency Management The storm rolled over our area as this day began, from 1-2:30pmCT here, and heavy rain has been falling since. The following road closures have been announced in Adair County by Emergency Management. Thanks to Josh McKinney at WAIN Radio for passing them along so we could share with readers:
• Sulphur Creek Road • Allen Schoolhouse Road • Bull Run Lane • Old Flatt Road • Highway 900 Road • L Hancock Road • Old Glensfork Road • Purdy Sano Road 2025-04-03 10:46:13 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Matt Falls, 57, Taylor County, KY Matt Falls, 57, of Campbellsville, son of Douglas Hardy Falls and the late Jeriann Berry Falls was born July 5th, 1967 in Lapeer, Michigan. He departed this life on Friday, March 28th, 2025 at his home surrounded by his family. Matt was an avid outdoorsman. He enjoyed traveling and scuba diving. He loved hunting and enjoyed cattle farming. Matt was a pharmacist who served as a District Health and Wellness Market Director for more than 33 years at Walmart stores throughout Kentucky. Matt professed faith in Christ and was a member of Elkhorn Baptist Church. He loved serving his church through volunteering. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-04-03 10:08:51 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
LWC Conference spotlights LWC Students Academic Diversity From Duane Bonifer Themes from classic pieces of modern literature, current events, a popular 1980s television show, and original works of fiction, poetry and prose were on display at the 2025 Dr. Kara Mollis Conference on Women's and Gender Studies, held Wednesday, April 2, at Lindsey Wilson College. The interdisciplinary conference, sponsored by the Lindsey Wilson Women's and Gender Studies Program, annually features academic projects by Lindsey Wilson students that focus on a broad range of gender issues. This year's conference had four sessions, along with a brown-bag lunch that included a far-ranging conversation on "Masculinity, Manhood and the American State." "It's just so impressive how thoughtfully our students talked about sensitive issues and topics in a very inclusive way," said English professor Rachel Carr '13, who is the college's women and gender studies program coordinator and helped organize this year's conference. "What's especially exciting was to hear students talk about how they discovered their passion and developed their leadership skills through their research projects for the conference." Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-04-03 09:24:20 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Lindsey Wilson College
Tennis: LWC dominates Freed-Hardeman Both the Lindsey Wilson women's and men's tennis teams swept Freed-Hardeman (TN) 4-0 on Wednesday afternoon, April 2, 2025, at the Henry Baughman Tennis Complex, remaining undefeated in Mid-South Conference play. Lindsey Wilson continues its homestand at 2pmCT on Friday, April 4, 2025, when the Blue Raiders host Milligan (TN) at the Henry Baughman Tennis Complex. 2025-04-03 09:22:07 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month From Marla Marrs Frankfort, KY - For National Distracted Driving Awareness Month this April, Team Kentucky and AAA East Central are partnering to drive home a life-saving message for all motorists: Buckle up, phone down. Officials with the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet's Office of Highway Safety, Kentucky State Police (KSP) and AAA East Central joined local leaders and a victims' advocate on April 2, 2025, during an event at the Simpsonville Rest Area to share personal stories and emphasize the dangers of distracted driving. "Driving distracted puts your life - and the lives of everyone around you - at risk. We want every Kentuckian and every visitor traveling through our commonwealth to make it home safely," said Gov. Andy Beshear. "Let's all do the right thing when we're behind the wheel. Put the phone down and focus on the road. It's a simple choice that saves lives." As part of this month's awareness effort, KSP will participate in the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's high-visibility enforcement campaign, "Put the Phone Away or Pay," which runs next week, April 7-13, 2025. This nationwide initiative is designed to reduce distracted driving through increased enforcement and public awareness. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-04-03 09:18:14 | Comments | Printable version
Donald J. King, 76, Columbia, KY (1949-2025) Donald Joseph King of Columbia passed away on Monday, March 31, 2025, at T. J. Health Columbia. He was 76 years old. Funeral services will be held at 1pmCT on Saturday, April 5, 2025, at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home, 210 Greensburg St., Columbia, KY, with Bro. Ralph Foster officiating. Burial will follow in the Bearwallow Cemetery. Visitation will be on Saturday after 10amCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-04-03 09:14:15 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries Birthdays and Anniversaries for April 3 Happy Birthday, Bonnie Walker | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Cameron Garmon | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Dana Young | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jamie Lynn Rucker | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Joseph Russell Chapman | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Julie Sexton Hampton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Justin Walker (2005) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Kerry Yates (1948) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Sandra Land | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Shelby Smith | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Adell Kinnett, Russell County, KY (1928-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Alisha Gayle Hartley Lee, Casey County, KY (1981-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Audrey Arlyene Pedigo Perkins, Summer Shade, KY (1920-2014) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Audrey Mae Reynolds Cowherd, 94, Campbellsville, KY (1928-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Avery R. Justice, 76, Green Co, KY (1939-2016) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Benny McGaha, 73, Adair County, KY (1944-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bobby Joseph Sharp, formerly of Casey County, KY (1948-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bro. Frank Fishback (1941-2011) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Clarice Lewis, 89, Adair Co., KY (1929-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Connie Anne Peavler, Boyle Co., KY (1959-2012) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Devin Dewayne Pevely, Windsor, KY (1984-2013) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Doris Baker, Adair County, KY (1929-2012) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Edgar Thomas (Ed) Arnett, 81, Summersville, KY (1935-2016) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Edward Wayne Compton, 20, Green Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Faye Jessie, Adair Co., KY (1943-2012) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Faye R. Wilson, 88, Russell Springs, KY (1931-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Flossie Walkup, Adair County, KY (1926-2014) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Garnett 'Snake' Sweeney, Casey County, KY (1933-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Gerald Ray Pruyear, 49, Taylor Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jackie Melson, Melson Ridge, KY (1953-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Janet Gail Cabbell, 81, Adair County, KY (1939-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jerry Dean Riggins, 66, Windsor, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jessie Glendo Sullivan, 72, Russell County, KY (1945-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jewell Burchett Myers, Cumberland Co., KY (1933-2014) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Joel Gabbert, Adair Co., KY native (1943-2012) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, John N. Dee, 64, Adair County, KY (1953-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Joy Lee DeWitt, Taylor County, KY (1924-2016) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Judy Carol Thurman, Metcalfe County, KY (1954-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kendall Harvey, 82, Adair County, KY (1934-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Larry Russell Downey, 73, Adair County, KY (1947-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Larry Wayne Curry, 68, Green County, KY (1946-2014) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Levona I. Wilson, 89, Russell Co., KY native (1931-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lillian Grace Strode Hammer, Summer Shade, KY (1950-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lonnie (Gene) Denson, Casey County, KY (1948-2014) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Loretta Hare, Russell County, KY (1935-2013) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Margaret Hall French, 59, Taylor County, KY (1958-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Marsa K. (Mousie) Cox, 68 Elk Horn, KY (1948-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Martha Akin Cundiff, 86, Adair Co., KY (1938-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Michael Jerome 'Smurf' Bray, Casey Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mildred Buis Brown, Casey County, KY (1934-2015) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Misti V. Kemp, 32, Jamestown, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Nadene Shelton, 91, Columbia, KY (1933-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ralph Wethington, Casey County, KY native (1944-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Reba Garner, 86, Jamestown, Russell Co., KY (1929-2016) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ricky M. Hadley, Adair County, KY (1956-2013) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ruth Evelyn Stearns, 62, Columbia, KY (1959-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sharon Morrison Hunt, Taylor County, KY (1949-2013) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Stanley Dickson, Metcalfe County, KY (1940-2016) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Susie Kate Russell, 86, Jamestown, KY (1934-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Vera Faye Morgan Wicks, Russell County, KY (1945-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Thursday, April 3, 2025 All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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