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Bro. Arndell Grider, 75, Russell County, KY (1948-2023)

Bro. Arndell Grider, 75, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones on December 22, 2023, at the Russell County Hospital. He served in the U.S. Army with the 4th Battalion 9th Infantry Regiment (Manchus) 25th Infantry Division during the Vietnam War earning the Bronze Star Medal, The Air Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Vietnam Service Medal with 4 campaign stars and the Combat Infantryman's Badge.

After the military he obtained his vocation through the Russell County Vocational School and won placement in several state competitions. Later in life he started his own business known as Grider's Electrical and Plumbing.


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Jennifer Biggs shared this beautiful sight she discovered at Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center in Nashville and called it, "Beauty after the storm."

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The history of the artificial Christmas tree

Peek in the average American's home during the holidays and you're likely to find an artificial Christmas tree. The American Christmas Tree Association reports that 75 percent of Americans display a Christmas tree and roughly 84 percent of them will put up an artificial one. Ever wonder where and when the artificial Christmas tree first laid its roots? Artificial or not, these trees certainly have grown through the years.

The first artificial Christmas trees started to appear in Germany in the late 19th century. At the time, Germany was suffering extensive deforestation and people needed a greener alternative. Early artificial trees actually used goose feathers, dyed green to emulate bristles. These trees didn't offer the lushest experience, but they became popular nonetheless.


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It's ok to put those warm leftovers in the fridge

The American Dietetic Association says there's no need to cool leftovers before you put them in the refrigerator.

Warm food won't raise the temperature in the refrigerator. If you leave food out at room temperature, guests could later snack on it and get sick.


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James Hayden Montgomery, 85, Taylor County, KY

James Hayden "The Snowman" Montgomery of Campbellsville, Kentucky, son of the late Fred and Maddie Perry Montgomery, was born on September 23, 1938 in Green County, Kentucky. He departed this life on Thursday, December 21, 2023 at his residence having attained the age of 85 years, two months and 28 days.

He served his country honorably in the Kentucky Army National Guard 623rd Field Artillery Battalion. As owner and operator of Montgomery Summer Snow in Campbellsville, his personality and shaved ice creations made for a popular spot for kids and adults. He had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of Pitman Valley Baptist Church.


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Birthdays and Anniversaries for December 25
Happy Birthday, Jesus Christ of Nazareth | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Eddie and Betty Jo Compton | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, James F. and Donna M. Harper (1958) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Adam Scott Morris (1977) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Alisa Parnell | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Christopher Rowe | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Glen Wilham (1961) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Harmon Parnell | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jackson Brooks Riddle (2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Roger Firkins | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Tristan Wesley Darnell (2007) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday Delmer Eads, Jr., 79, Russell Co., KY | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Dorothy Mae Loy, Columbia, KY (1940-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Thelma Virginia (Jenny) England, Adair Co., KY (1929) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mr. Coleman Wayne Underwood, 72, Green Co., KY | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, William Howard Spratt, SR., Taylor Co., KY (1926) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Marian Brackett Keneipp, Adair Co., KY (1924) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Edrol C. Bryant, Adair Co. KY native (1927) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Flossie Haggard, Casey Co., KY (1912) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Randall Bottom, Taylor Co., KY (1960) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Flossie Melton Williams, Cumberland Co., KY (1925) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Anna Faye Helm, Russell County, KY (1954-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Magdalene (Maggie) Rexroat, Russell Co., KY (1932-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Susie Pearl White Barnett, Green Co., KY (1950-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ronald Lynn Brown, Adair Co., KY, (1973-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Victor (Vic) Clark, 91, Jamestown, KY (1923-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lula (Lou) White, 72, Russell Co., KY (1944-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Milton Tucker, 34, Casey County, KY (1982-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Opal Marsalin Richard, 88, Adair Co., KY (1928-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Marlene Jeanette Beane Smith, Russell Springs, KY (1931-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Michael Wesley Karnes, Green County, KY (1949-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Teresa Gay Lewis Glass, 55, Glasgow, KY (1962-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Frances Lynn Grabill, 75, Jamestown, KY (1947-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Geraldine H. McKinney, 91, Jamestown, KY (1929-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Larry C. Rodgers, 72, Columbia, KY (1947-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Marian R. Newton, 85, Campbellsville, KY (1937-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mary Beth Huckaby, 53, Campbellsville, KY (1966-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mary Odean Loy, 84, Columbia, KY (1936-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Orvis Ray Wheat, 86, Jamestown, KY (1934-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Patricia Sue Rodgers, 76, Campbellsville, KY (1944-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ruby Christine Scholl, Jamestown, KY (1928-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Wallace (Wally) Johnson (1959) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, William Micheal (Billy) Bernard, 68, Columbia, KY (1953-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)

Events scheduled for Monday, December 25, 2023
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6:00amCTChristmas Day | (ID:66283, Comment)
8:00amCTAdair Co. Clerk's Office closed today | (ID:66254, Comment)
County Offices closed today:
  • The Adair County Judge Executive's office
  • The Adair County Road Department
  • The Adair County Recycling Center
  • Green River Animal Shelter
| (ID:66316, Comment)
9:00amCTCity of Columbia City Hall closed for Christmas | (ID:66327, Comment)
4:00pmCTChristmas Village of Billy Pickett | (ID:66304, Comment)

 


































 
 
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