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Jerry Wells, 82, Russell County, KY

Jerry W. Wells, 82, of Jamestown, passed away Thursday, May 1, 2025 at his home.

He was born in Jamestown, KY on July 24, 1942, a son of the late Alpha (Murray) and Marlin Wells.


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Scenic Adair County - view of Clifty Creek Farm



2025-05-04 - Adair County, KY - Photo by Donna Rieder.
This is an early spring view of life on Clifty Creek Farm. Bexer the horse is one of her rescues. His friend is a stray-cat-turned-keeper named BlackCat. BlackCat follows Donna everywhere she goes on the farm, just like a dog; he even likes to ride on the side-by-side with her. You can see a video of him riding along, on their Clifty Creek Farm Facebook page.

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Softball: Lady Indians defeat Lady Falcons 12-6

By Trey Stephens, Staff Writer

The team current sits at 5-7 on the season, most recently coming off a 12-6 victory over the Monroe County Lady Falcons. In that game, Adair County was led on offense by Keylin Bergin, Reese Bardin, and Halynn Stargel, all with two hits each. Allee Campbell led the team in RBIs, with four.

Moving over to pitching, starter Halynn Stargel went three innings striking out four batters and giving up three hits while surrendering no runs. Jade Waggener went four innings, striking out three batters and throwing 49 pitches. Keylin Bergin also contributed 16 pitches from the mound.

Adair County will be back in action on the road at Glasgow (2-14) at 5:30pmCT on Monday, May 5, 2025.

They'll be on the road to Marion County on Tuesday, then to Caverna on Thursday, before finishing the week at home on Friday against McCreary Central.


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Adair County Schools mourn the loss of David King

From Jason C. Faulkner, Superintendent
Adair County Public Schools

In Memory of David King

With heavy hearts, we share the devastating news of the passing of David King, a sixth-grade student at Adair County Middle School. David's life was tragically cut short in an accident involving a drunk driver. Last night, via social media, his mother has shared that David's organs were donated. A remarkable and selfless gift that will give others a chance at life, even as his family and our community grieve.

Heartbreakingly, David is the third Adair County student to be lost in a drunk driving accident this year. These tragedies are a painful reminder of how critical it is for all of us to make responsible choices.

We extend our deepest condolences to David's family and loved ones during this unimaginable time. Please keep them in your thoughts and prayers in the days ahead.

Grief counselors and support staff will be available at Adair County Middle School to support students and staff. No memorial services announcements have been made but we will be sure to share them once we are notified.

With all of our love, Jason C. Faulkner, Superintendent Adair County Public Schools


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KSP: Post 15 welcomes new trooper

From Trooper Jonathan Houk

The Kentucky State Police (KSP) announced the graduation of 33 cadets from the KSP Training Academy. These troopers will begin their new public safety careers in communities throughout the commonwealth.

One of the graduates, Sean Sweat, of Somerset, will be serving at KSP Post 15.

Cadet Class 105 arrived at the KSP Academy on Nov. 10, beginning 24 weeks of demanding instruction and hands-on training required to become a state trooper.


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Kenneth W. Curry, 91, Columbia, KY native (1934-2025)

Kenneth Walker Curry of LaGrange, KY, passed away on Friday, May 2, 2025, at his residence. He was 91 years old.

Funeral services will be held at 1pmCT on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home, 210 Greensburg St., Columbia, KY. Burial will follow in the Maupin Cemetery in Albany, KY, with military honors provided by VFW Post 6097 at the funeral home.

Visitation will be on Wednesday after 10amCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home.


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Birthdays and Anniversaries for May 4
Happy Anniversary, Doc and Becky Grant (1984) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Aaron Bradshaw | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Alan VanArsdale (1963) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, April Lynn Dudgeon (1984) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Bernie Dunn | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Bobbie Huckaby | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Christopher Lee Taylor (1985) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Daezon Scholl (2001) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Dickie Feese | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Ethan Michael Cook (2012) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jeffrey Pyles | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, JoAnn Coffey | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Joey Caldwell | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Julian Janes | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Julie Hatcher | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Lois Davis | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Louise Baker (1946) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Lula Cheatham | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Mariah Grant (2006) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Marty Denton Ellis | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Matt Melson | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Melinda Rhoads (1970) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Mike Matney (1988) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Steve Foster | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Tonya Dunn | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mae Higgason Nobel Stuber, Adair Co., KY (1930-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lula Mae Cave, Campbellsville, KY (1938-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Catherine Elizabeth Stubbs Allen, 78, Taylor Co., KY (1931) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, John Ravellette Taylor Co., KY (1940) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mr. Junior Lumpkin, Adair Co., KY (1954) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Pearlie L. Garner, Russell Co., KY (1930) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Minnie Hulse Cumberland Co. native (1924) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mitchell Bright, Taylor Co., KY (1959) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lonnie Beatrice Rodgers, Casey County, KY (1922) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bettie Stephens Flanagan, Russell Co., KY (1941) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Moss Milby, Green County, KY (1915) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Shirley Ann Farlee Lauderdale, Burkesville, KY (1944) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ryan Clay Brown, 17, Casey County, KY (1995) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mr. Johnny Brewington, Cumberland Co., KY, (1956) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lois Davis, Adair County, KY (1940-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Tommie Jess Barnett, Taylor Co., KY (1920 - 2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lance Corporal Jonathan Thomas Price, 26, Taylor Co., KY (1988-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Sylvia Sue Smith, Metcalfe Co., KY (1943-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Martha Gaskins, Adair County, KY (1929-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Dual L. Godby, 72, Russell County, KY (1942-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mary Sue Jarboe, 66, Taylor County, KY (1949-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Alvin Hitch, 76, Russell Co., KY; Adair native (1939-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Hilda Parrish Phillips, 75, Beaumont, Metcalfe Co., KY (1940-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bertie Skaggs, 88, Taylor County, KY (1927-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Cordell (Bill) Wilson, 84, Russell County, KY (1931-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Robert (Bobby) Releford, 53, Casey Co., KY (1963-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Roger (Doc) York, Taylor Co./Cumberland native (1961-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ira E. Wilson, 86, Russell County, KY (1930-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Helen Parrish Johnson, Metcalfe Co., KY (1940-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Julia Richerson, Shepherdsville (1945-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Travis Chad Ford, 35, Campbellsville, KY (1981-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Eugene (Gene) Cowan, 65, Adair County, KY (1951-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Delbert Moss, Adair Co., KY (1940-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Louis H. Shipp, Taylor Co., KY (1930-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Evelyn Wilson, 89, Green County, KY (1928-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Janice Wall Janes, Jamestown, KY (1946-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Amye McFall, 24, Campbellsville, KY (1999-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Brenda Thompson, 81, Campbellsville, KY (1942-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Cecile Mae Alley, 87, Columbia, KY (1933-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Dorothy Pierce, 91, Campbellsville, KY (1930-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Dr. Darryl Scott Dillery, 61, Campbellsville, KY (1961-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Elouise Bradshaw, 76, Russell Springs, KY (1945-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Leonard (Jam Up) McDonald, 85, Adair Co., KY native (1937-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lula Reed Cheatham, 85, Adair County, KY (1934-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Marla Gale Gilbert, 70, Campbellsville, KY (1951-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Rebecca Ann (Becky) Conover Strange, 46, Knifley, KY (1975-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Robert Gentry (Bobby) Rush, 83, Metcalfe Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ronnie David Stone, 76, Columbia, KY (1946-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Terry Wayne Pelston, 65, Columbia, KY (1955-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)

Events scheduled for Sunday, May 4, 2025
All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
9:30amCTThe Joymakers singing at Bearwallow Church | (ID:68667, Comment)
10:00amCTRevival at Through The Fire Worship Center
Heaven Bound singing and Brother Matthew Brown preaching | (ID:68659, Comment)
10:30amCTThe Spirituals singing at Harrods Fork Baptist Church | (ID:68672, Comment)
2:30pmCTAdair County Community Choir performs at Columbia Christian Church | (ID:68689, Comment)
4:30pmCTAdair Co. Community Choir Spring Concert | (ID:68671, Comment)
6:00pmCTRevival at Through The Fire Worship Center | (ID:68657, Comment)

 
































 
 
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