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Withers and Pike join ACAS board

Two new members have joined the Adair County Ambulance Service board. Josh Withers will take the board position formerly held by Doug Sapp and Vicky Pike will take the spot formerly held by Darrell McGaha.

They are appointed by the Judge Executive for four year terms. They join Chris Quinn, board chairman, and Chad Wheet, director of the Ambulance Board.


2025-06-08 23:16:05 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government

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High water level pushes NCL tournament to fall



2025-06-08 - Adair County, KY - Photo by Linda Waggener, ColumbiaMagazine.com.
Last weekend was supposed to have showcased the 2025 National Crappie League (NCL) National Championship here, but the water is still too high at Green River as well as all regional lakes. This is the scene at Holmes Bend Boar Dock and Marina when boats should have been lining up but water levels were too high. Due to lake levels and ramp closures, the tournament has been reschedule for Fall 2025.

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Phillip Garmon, 86, Cumberland County, KY

Phillip Garmon, age 86 of Burkesville, Kentucky passed away on Friday, June 6, 2025 at Cumberland County Hospital. Phillip was born on April 01, 1939 in Metcalfe County, KY to the late Herbert and Mamie Norris Garmon.

He was a longtime Carnation Milk Company driver and was a dairy farmer for over 50 years. He was a member of Bakerton Community Church.


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2025-06-08 22:47:10 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

New book written by Bliss Cravens Santiago

The granddaughter of Adair County natives Paul and Jean Cravens, Bliss Cravens Santiago, has just published a new book about anti bullying in school.

"Don't Feed the Bully" is now a #1 New Release on Amazon in Children's Social Skills and Children's Humorous Poetry.

This playful and empowering book helps kids learn how to handle bullies, protect their confidence, and take their power back -- all through fun rhymes.


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2025-06-08 22:39:36 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Books

Betty Jo Wheat, 80, Adair County, KY

Betty Jo (Combest) Wheat, of the Sano community, passed from this life Friday, June 6, 2025, at her home, surrounded by her loving family. She was 80 years of age.

Born May 23, 1945, in Anderson, Indiana, she was a daughter of the late Phillip and Ruth Bledsoe Combest. Betty retired from the Russell Springs Water Department and was a faithful member of the French Valley Church for over 60 years.


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2025-06-08 22:25:37 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Avocado green is making a comeback

If you lived during the mid-20th century, you know that nothing screams "dated" like an avocado and mustard yellow color combo.

But, if you have lived solely in the 21st century, those colors may look awfully new. In fact, they trending and heading into swanky territory. The color combinations of the 1970s are new again: Mustard, avocado, paired with deep purple, burnt orange and chocolate brown, according to Living Etc.


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2025-06-08 22:20:49 | Comments | Printable version

Nan B. Fudge, 84, Columbia, KY (1940-2025)

Nan B. (Couch) Fudge of Columbia passed away on Saturday, June 7, 2025, at her residence. She was 84 years old.

Funeral services will be held at 10amCT on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home, 210 Greensburg St., Columbia, KY, with Rev. Douglas Hawkins and Bro. Randy Young officiating. Burial will follow in the Chestnut Grove Cemetery.

Visitation will be on Tuesday from 4pmCT until 8pmCT, and will continue Wednesday morning until time for the service at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home.


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2025-06-08 21:05:27 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Lanterns and Tombstones S4E3 was a success

By Mike Watson

With a steady rain falling, we had a smaller group than usual but all came prepared with umbrellas and ponchos and so, Lanterns and Tombstones S4E3 went off as scheduled on Friday evening, June 6, 2025. Given the circumstances, it was a success!

Thanks to all who braved the elements to show your support! We hope to see you all again on Friday, July 11, 2025, (2nd Friday of the month due to the holiday) at the Columbia Cemetery for S4-E4, which will be our Veterans Edition.


2025-06-08 13:14:52 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Mike Watson - History


Birthdays and Anniversaries for June 8
Happy Anniversary, Cody and Natalie Dobbs | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Jeff and Kristie Johnson (2005) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Charles Barnes | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, David August Lepiarczyk | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, George Kolbenschlag | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Judy Vance | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Karen Keltner | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Lana Burris | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Norma Yarberry | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Ridge David Long (1992) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Robin Hancock | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, William Glen Canada, Campbellsville, KY (1937-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Larry Wayne Jones, Edmonton, KY (1948-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Rhonda Lynn McClister, Russell Co., KY (1978) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Thomas Shofner, Campbellsville, KY (1926) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bonnie Garrett Gregory, Columbia, KY(1957) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Regina Bennett Wray, Taylor Co., KY (1947) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, James B. (J.B.) Day, Taylor Co., KY (1948) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Wanda Thomas, Cumberland Co., KY (1931) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ollin Reed Scott, Green Co., KY (1941) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jimmie Kendall, Campbellsville, KY (1944) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mary Lou Lester, Caseu Co., KY (1916) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Larry Ballard, Cumberland Co., KY (1960-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Rodney L. Johnson, Russell Co., KY (1933-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ervin Junior Blythe, 53, Beaumont, KY (1961-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Phillip William Sears, Liberty, KY (1951-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Naomi Oldeda Curry, 86, Taylor Co., KY (1928-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jo Ann Coffey, 78, Russell Co., KY (1937-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Roberta Atwood, 88, Casey County, KY (1927-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Fredia Roy, 56, Adair County, KY (1960-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Darrell Ray Compton, 48, Green Co., KY/Adair native (1968-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bobby Jessie, 60, Edmonton, KY (1956-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ada Jones Antle, 95, Campbellsville, KY (1920-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Theresa Smith, 66, Adair County, KY (1951-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, James Walter Leach, 55, Jamestown, KY (1962-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Leonard D. McIntyre, 83, Cumberland County, KY (1934) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Alice Coomer, 89, Columbia, KY (1921-2010) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Anna Joy Chaffin, 88, Columbia, KY (1931-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Barbara Barnes, 86, Columbia, KY (1938-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Christopher Wayne Cowan, 45, Columbia, KY (1975-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Clara Flowers, 87, Columbia, KY (1935-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Delphus (Jummy) Bardin, 79, Adair Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Donna Nolena Bryant, 74, Adair Co., KY native (1946-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Gary Alan Brown, Jr., 21, Prospect, KY (2001-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, J. R. Haggard, 90, Casey County, KY (1929-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jeff Wilson, 59, Russell Springs, KY (1963-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Johnny Ray (Pops) Walden, 70, Columbia, KY (1954-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, McIvor Newcomb, 89, Campbellsville, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Norman Lee Coomer, 69, Metcalfe County, KY (1950-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Peggy R. Bryant, 70, Taylor County, KY (1948-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Sue Cravens Stivers, 86, Columbia, KY (1936-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Thomas Murray, 98, Green County, KY (1921-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)

Events scheduled for Sunday, June 8, 2025
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10:30amCT Johnathan Bond in concert at Charity Baptist Church | (ID:68914, Comment)
4:00pmCTCharity Baptist Church Summer Kickoff | (ID:68915, Comment)

 
































 
 
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