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Daily News for Friday, December 8, 2023
Proposed 2024-2025 Adair Co. Schools Calendar The Adair County Schools Calendar Committee met earlier this week and developed a proposed calendar for the 2024-25 school year. Student of Adair County Schools, parents/guardians of Adair County Schools students, local business people and community members are asked to review the proposed calendar and provide any feedback, thoughts, or ideas, using this Google Form. The 2024-25 school calendar will receive a first reading at the December Board of Education Meeting. It will be fully approved at the January Board Meeting. Proposed 2024-2025 Calendar (NOT official): Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2023-12-08 16:35:57 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
Dwight Hale, 80, Paducah, KY (1943-2023) Dwight Hale, 80, of Paducah, Kentucky passed away at 2:28 p.m. Tuesday, December 5, 2023 at the Ray & Kay Eckstein Hospice Care Center. He was born on October 11, 1943 in Tompkinsville, Kentucky and grew up in "The Holler" of Adair County, Kentucky. Dwight was a 1961 graduate of Adair County High School. Funeral services will be held at 1pmCT on Saturday, December 16, 2023 at Milner & Orr Funeral Home of Paducah, 120 Memorial Drive, Paducah, KY, with Rev. Darrin Hale officiating. Visitation will begin at 11amCT on Saturday at the funeral home. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2023-12-08 16:26:47 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Reda F. Rooks, 64, Columbia, KY (1959-2023) Reda Faye Rooks of Columbia passed away on Thursday, December 7, 2023, at the Russell County Hospital. She was 64 years old. Funeral services will be held at 2pmCT on Monday, December 11, 2023, at Free Union Separate Baptist Church, 4642 Sano Rd., Columbia, KY, with Bro. Craig Huddleston officiating. Burial will follow in the Free Union Cemetery. Visitation will be on Monday from 10amCT until 2pmCT at the Free Union Separate Baptist Church. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2023-12-08 16:22:09 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
J.O.Y. Ministries seeks to raise $75,000 in Christmas Campaign! The J.O.Y Ministries Annual Christmas Campaign will be held throughout the month of December, 2023. Last year marked the largest campaign to date, but with growing community needs, J.O.Y is raising the bar once again. This year's campaign goal is J.O.Y's largest to date, with hopes to raise $75,000! Will you continue to help J.O.Y Ministries meet the needs of the Columbia Community? Donate today at Joy-ministries.org or at JOY MinistriesJ.O.Y's ministry is only made possible through the generosity of this community. The Christmas Campaign funds the operational needs for the upcoming year. Columbia is one of the most generous communities. We are saying thank you in advance for the support that is to come! Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2023-12-08 15:01:39 | Comments | Printable version
State software upgrade will affect Adair Co. Clerk's Office From Lisa Greer Adair County Clerk Kentucky will be implementing an upgrade to the system which processes all motor vehicle transactions in all of the County Clerks offices in the state, beginning at the close of business on December 29, 2023. Customers who need to renew vehicles tags in December, or customers who have not renewed tags from any previous month for 2023, are urged to consider completing all transactions by December 29, 2023. Important: Customers who are scheduled to renew in January 2024, unfortunately, cannot renew in December because the 2024 tax rates and assessments are not loaded until after the close of business on December 29, 2023. The Adair County Clerk's motor vehicle department will make every attempt to open as soon as possible once we go live, but we are expecting to be closed for Motor Vehicle transactions from January 1 to January 16, 2024. During this closure, our recording and elections departments will be open. We will strive to keep everyone posted as we get updates and as changes occur. We will be open regular hours in December/January except for the following: Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2023-12-08 14:38:41 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
Transfer Station to be closed Dec 28-30 From James Vincent, Site Manager Waste Connections Waste Connections will be closing the Adair County Transfer Station on December 28, 29, and 30, 2023, so that repairs can be made to the building. Anyone needing to dump garbage during the closure can bring their trash to the facility at 106 Dale Street, Campbellsville, KY, on December 28 and 29, 2023. We are sorry for the inconvenience and appreciate everyone's patience. 2023-12-08 14:27:50 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
KSP: Driver arrested after fatal collision in Taylor Co. From Trooper Jonathan Houk Campbellsville, KY - On Thursday, December 7, 2023 at approximately 12:44pmET, Kentucky State Police (KSP) Post 15 Troopers were requested by the Campbellsville Police Department to respond to a three-vehicle injury collision that had occurred on Lebanon Avenue near the intersection of Lakeview Drive in the limits of Campbellsville. The preliminary investigation revealed that Billie Jo Roberts, age 46 of Michigan, was traveling south on Lebanon Avenue in a 2015 Ford Focus when she crossed the centerline of the roadway, entered the northbound lane of travel, and struck a 1991 Honda Accord head-on. The Honda Accord was operated by Michael Smith, age 62, of Campbellsville. Mr. Smith attempted to avoid the collision through steering maneuvers but could not do so. A 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix operated by Shelby Druien, age 68 of Campbellsville, also collided with the rear of Ms. Roberts' vehicle. A passenger in Mr. Smith's vehicle, his mother-in-law Mrs. Juliette Kirtley, age 87, of Campbellsville, was transported to Taylor Regional Hospital where she succumbed to her injuries. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2023-12-08 12:37:29 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
BFLP loan awarded to Russell Co. recipient From Lisa Tolliver Frankfort, KY - The Kentucky Agricultural Finance Corp. (KAFC) approved $3,292,760 for 17 agricultural loans for projects across the commonwealth at its monthly board meeting, including a $250,000 Beginning Farmer loan for a Russell County recipient. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2023-12-08 12:10:22 | Comments | Printable version
Edmonton Christmas Parade rescheduled From Kim Harwood, Executive Director Edmonton Metcalfe Chamber of Commerce Due to the unfavorable weather forecast for Saturday evening, December 9, 2023, the Edmonton Christmas Parade has been rescheduled to next Saturday, December 16, 2023. The parade will begin at 5pmCT. The only change will be the date, but the line up and judging will remain the same for next Saturday. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2023-12-08 11:02:55 | Comments | Printable version
ACSO: Single vehicle accident on Weed Keltner Road From Sheriff Josh Brockman Adair County Sheriff's Office In the early morning hours of Thursday, December 7, 2023 at approximately 3:33 a.m. The Adair County Sheriff's Office responded to a single vehicle accident with injury. Upon Deputy Derek Padgett's arrival a preliminary investigation determined Kimberly Mitchell, of Cave City, was traveling West on Weed Keltner Road, operating a 2021 Nissan Rogue. Mitchell fell asleep and her vehicle dropped off the shoulder of the roadway striking a residential mail box and post. Mitchell's vehicle continued on, striking a ditch/culvert before coming to a stop. Mitchell was treated on scene by Adair County EMS and transported to T.J Health Columbia for her injuries. Deputy Padgett was assisted on scene by Adair County EMS and Adair County Fire Department. 2023-12-08 10:58:24 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
LWC Bonner Scholars provide 52 warm coats for area children More than 50 Adair County children will have a warmer winter thanks to the Lindsey Wilson College Bonner Scholars Program. LWC Director of Civic Engagement and Student Leadership Kisha Burton and Bonner Scholar Coordinator Yayi Sonnabend led a donation effort this fall that collected 52 new winter coats for area children of low-income families. The coats were delivered to Adair County Head Start students and their siblings on Wednesday. According to Burton, the LWC Bonner Scholars Coats For Kids program wouldn't be possible without the faithful generosity of the community and the College. "It means so much to me to see this program continue and provide such an important resource for people who have the greatest need," said Burton who has served as Lindsey Wilson's director of civic engagement for two years. "Every year the community and the faculty and staff of LWC generously provide either a new coat or monetary support. I want to thank everyone who has made this project possible again." The LWC Bonner Scholars Coats For Kids Drive began 12 years ago and has provided more than 700 children with new winter coats during that time. 2023-12-08 10:24:48 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Lindsey Wilson College
Will surging KY voter registration mean high turnout in 2024? From Michon Lindstrom Frankfort, KY - Kentucky Secretary of State Michael Adams has announced that voter registration surged in the weeks following the 2023 general election, with 10,607 new registrations from November 8 through 30, 2023. "Surging voter registration reminds us that we must prepare for a high turnout in the 2024 election," said Adams. Adams reminds Kentuckians who wish to update their political party affiliation to do so by December 31, in order to be eligible to vote in the May 21, 2024 primary in the party of their choice. By law, a voter who is registered as a Democrat or Independent after December 31, 2023 will not be able to vote in May's Republican primary, and a voter who is registered as a Republican or Independent after December 31, 2023 will not be able to vote in May's Democratic primary. This rule does not apply to voters newly registered after the first of the year. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2023-12-08 10:23:40 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Politics
ACSO: Adair man arrested for theft of fuel from farm From Sheriff Josh Brockman Adair County Sheriff's Office On Tuesday, December 5, 2023, Sheriff Josh Brockman initiated an investigation after receiving a call that a large amount of diesel fuel had been stolen from a farm tank in northern Adair County. After investigation, Sheriff Brockman was able to identify the suspect and obtain warrants for his arrest. The warrant was served on Thursday, December 7, 2023. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2023-12-08 10:21:02 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Rosemary Mardis, 93, Taylor County, KY (1930-2023) Rosemary Ford Mardis of Campbellsville, daughter of the late Coakley Ford and Flora Lewis Ford, was born June 21, 1930 in Taylor County, Kentucky. She died Wednesday, December 6, 2023 in Campbellsville at age 93. She was a retired department manager with Walmart. She professed faith in Christ and was a member of Robinson Creek Baptist Church. She loved going to church and reading her Bible. She also enjoyed spending time with family and cooking. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2023-12-08 09:21:48 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Jeanette Blankenship, 83, Russell County, KY (1940-2023) Jeanette Blankenship, 83, of Russell Springs, passed away Monday, December 4th, at Russell County Hospital. She was born in Kokomo, IN on October 22, 1940, a daughter of the late Elizabeth (Betsy) Grider and Adrian McFarland. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2023-12-08 09:20:59 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Congratulations to the ACMS KYA Teams! Students from Adair County Middle School, led by Advisor Candice Flatt, competed in the Kentucky Youth Assembly (KYA) for the first time on December 3-5, 2023. The Kentucky Youth Assembly is an experiential learning program in which students serve as part of a model state government. KYA offers students the opportunity to learn and debate policy issues, develop critical thinking skills, and articulate their beliefs while engaging with peers from around Kentucky. The ACMS students at KYA this year were Hunter Ballou, Sallie Ballou, Josie Blair, Addie Bowman, Maddie Burkhardt, Madi Burns, Bowen Furkin, Jay Harmon, Addie McMinnoway, Emily Smith, Cole Stockton, Pierce Stotts, and Maddie Wethington. One officer at the conference said Adair County's debate teams were "phenomenal". The middle schoolers brought home numerous awards for their hard work and dedication, including Premier Delegation, and had one bill pass the House and one pass both the House and Senate. Flatt says, "These are tremendous results, especially for a first-year debate team! We cannot wait to return to KYA next year with experience behind us and more awards in our hands! Congratulations to the ACMS KYA Team!" 2023-12-08 09:03:11 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
LWC holds annual Midnight Breakfast A total of 528 Lindsey Wilson College students took a break from finals late Tuesday night to refuel. The students attended the college's semi-annual "Midnight Breakfast," held from 10pmCT to Midnight in Roberta D. Cranmer Dining & Conference Center. The staff of the Cranmer Dining & Conference Center prepared a meal of breakfast comfort food, and residence life staff members served the students. The event is sponsored by LWC's Office of Residence Life. Final examinations of the fall semester were held this week at LWC. A total of 642 degrees will be awarded at LWC's winter commencement at 10amCT and 2pmCT on Saturday, December 9, 2023, in Biggers Sports Center, 360 Spickard Drive, Columbia, Kentucky. 2023-12-08 08:39:55 | Comments | Printable version Birthdays and Anniversaries for December 8 Happy Anniversary, Loy and Rita Coomer | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Sharon and Steve Stotts | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Troy and Beth Kimbler (1995) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Christa Celeste Bardin (2001) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Hayley Elizabeth Coffey (2005) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jaclyn Smith | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jo Schorman (1958) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Kelly Holland (1968) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Lynda Wilkerson | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Marcy McCanmmish | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Nona M. Hadley (1922) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Phillip Franklin (1972) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Red Burris | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Talyn Wheeler | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tamara Keen | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tevin Harvey (2004) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Orphra Hreha, 88, Casey County, KY (1928-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William Eudean Workman, Greensburg, KY (1926-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ella J. Holmes, Campbellsville, KY (1931-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Leslie Brown (Red) Thrasher, Burkesville, KY (1939-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Charles Thomas (Tom) Milby, Campbellsville, KY (1942-2020) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James Robert AtkinsonTaylor Co., KY (1966) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Susan Grant, Adair Co., KY (1964) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Delma Lee McQueary, Russell Co., KY (1921) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bonnie Sue Gaffron, Adair County, KY (1950) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Vaughan Sharp, Taylor County, KY (1937-2012) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Charlene Dowell Dunbar, Russell County, KY (1947) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Boyce W. Pickett, Green County, KY (1921-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bro. Sam Burris, Adair Co., KY (1950-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Betty D. Lewis, Summersville, KY (1935-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Eli Parrigin, Columbia, KY (1947-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Billy Tupman, 79, Russell County, KY (1934-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Willie (Billy) Brewington, Cumbeland Co., KY (1938-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, David Alan (Jigger) Ray, Green Co., KY (1960-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Alva Reeder Lofton, 82, Russell County, KY | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Fred (Freddie) Luttrell, Casey County, KY (1943-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Lisa G. Edwards, Taylor Co., KY (1963-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Jason Eli (Jay) Johnson, Campbellsville, KY (1974-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, George Wallace Shirley, Metcalfe Co., KY (1946-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Drama (LaVerne) McGinnis Davenport, Casey County, Kentucky (1932-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bro. Bobby Clark, Bethelridge, Casey County, KY (1943-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Johnnie Brenda Finley Harlan, 74, Burkesville, KY (1943-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Leon Johnson , 67, Taylor County, KY (1950-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Cheryl Jones Powell, 53, Albany, KY (1967-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dr. William R. (Randy) Davenport, 95, Campbellsville, KY (1925-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dwayne T. Coomer, Russell Co., KY, Adair Co. KY native (1964-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Janet Wood, 65, Adair Co., KY native (1955-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Margie Breeding Coomer, 98, Columbia, KY (1924-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rhonda Lee Turner, 71, Cave City, KY (1949-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sherlene Rooks, 72, Columbia, KY (1949-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Shirley Patterson Underwood, 73, Campbellsville, KY (1949-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Shirley T. Burton, 81, Columbia, KY (1939-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Friday, December 8, 2023 All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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