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Daily News for Monday, June 16, 2025
Basketball: ACHS Indians games at RCHS on Monday By Trey Stephens, Staff Writer The Adair County Indians Boys Varsity Basketball team is back on the hardwood for 2025 summer ball today, Monday, June 16, 2025. The Tribe will travel to Russell County High School to take on the Warriors of Southwestern High School at 2:30pmCT, and then Lakers of Russell County at 4:30pmCT in two varsity showdowns. The Indians JV will also face off against the Lakers JV at 3:30pmCT. Russell County High School is located at 2166 US-127, Russell Springs, KY. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-06-16 15:09:33 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
New members welcomed into Jane Lampton Chapter, NSDAR By Lila Ford On Saturday, June 14, 2025, the ladies of the Jane Lampton Chapter, NSDAR held a new member Ceremony at the Adair County Genealogy and History Research Center. New members were welcomed into the Chapter by Regent Ernestine Bennett, they were given the oath by Chapter Secretary Jane Grant and a prayer was given by Chapter Treasurer Lila Ford. New members each received a white carnation from the Chapter Regent. New members who were given the oath were Kathy Keltner Cox, Cathy Baker Moss, Melanie Long Wrensch, and Shirley Nash York. New members unable to attend this ceremony were Ginger Brock Willis, Georgina Neal Roy, Marilyn Turner Brock, Nicole Alexandria Morrison, Shirley Montgomery Morrison, Karen Fagala Gibson, and Keitha Lee Gray. At the conclusion of the ceremony cake and punch were served. Cake was made by Sweet B's Bakery. A new member ceremony is given to new members entering a chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution. These ladies have had an ancestor who either fought or gave aid in the American Revolutionary War. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-06-16 14:30:33 | Comments | Printable version
2025 Kentucky State FFA Convention Recap From Brittany Smith, Gabby Barnes, and Robin Hancock Adair County FFA The Adair County FFA traveled to Lexington on June 9-12, 2025, to compete in various competitions. On Monday, Adair County Middle School students Mason Curry, Logan Faulkner, Madison Foster, Kayden Pegg, Colton Grant, Andrew Miller, Mason Taylor, Will Reynolds, and Kylie Thorpe competed in Extemporaneous Speaking, Prepared Public Speaking, Opening/Closing Ceremonies, and FFA Quiz Bowl Contests. Mason Taylor, Andrew Miller, Madison Foster, and Kylie Thorpe won 2nd Place in the state quiz bowl competition, and Mason Taylor was named high individual in the quiz bowl written exam. On Tuesday, Jack Fishback gave a stellar performance and won 1st Place in the Talent Contest. He will be competing at the Kentucky State Fair. As well, Hudson Hancock presented his business proposal and was a recipient of a $5,000 FFA Shark Tank Grant for his SAE. Additionally, Abby Maulden competed in the Small Animal Public Speaking Contest and Amelia Martin competed in the Goat and Sheep Public Speaking Contest. Click title to view more from the FFA Convention, plus photos. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-06-16 13:53:18 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
Fourth of July Fireworks Show From Bridget Compton Adair County Deputy Judge Executive, Road Administrative Assistant & Solid Waste Coordinator Adair County Judge/Executive Larry Russell Bryant is pleased to announce the upcoming Fourth of July firework show that will be held at the Lindsey Wilson College/Fairgrounds starting just after dark on Friday, July 4, 2025! Casey Creek Pyrotechnics will be here again this year to put on the show for Adair County. Per their contract, no one will be allowed in the fairgrounds for parking or viewing. There will be free parking on a first-come, first served basis at Lindsey Wilson College, Green River Window and Door, and at the Adair County Extension office. Please be thoughtful of those who allow us to use their facilities and remember to remove any trash from the parking areas after the fireworks display. Public safety arrangements will be provided by the Columbia-Adair County Volunteer Fire Department and the Adair County Sheriff's Department. Judge Executive Bryant would like to thank the following sponsors for their donations which help make this event happen for our community: the Adair County Fiscal Court, the City of Columbia, Lindsey Wilson College, the Bank of Columbia, Community Trust Bank, United Citizens Bank, Kimbler's Plumbing, The Adair County Fire Department, The Adair County Sheriff's office, and First and Farmers National Bank. 2025-06-16 13:47:55 | Comments | Printable version
ACES SBDM Council to meet Jun 17 From M. Jordan Williams, Principal Adair County Elementary School Adair County Elementary School's SBDM Council will conduct its regular called meeting at 3:30pmCT on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, in the Library at Adair County Elementary School, 870 Indian Dr, Columbia, KY. 2025-06-16 13:45:05 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
ACHS SBDM Council to meet Jun 19 From Chad A. Parnell, Principal Adair County High School The ACHS SBDM Council will have a special called meeting at 4pmCT on Thursday, June 19, 2025, in the ACHS Library, 526 Indian Drive, Columbia, KY. The purpose of the meeting is to conduct interviews, review applications, and possibly make recommendations for vacant positions. 2025-06-16 13:41:18 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
Betty Catherine Beams, Taylor County, KY Betty Catherine Pepper Beams of Greensburg, Kentucky, daughter of the late Shreve Pepper and Sybil Jeffries Pepper, was born on Monday, October 6, 1941 in Greensburg and departed this life on Saturday, June 14, 2025. She was 83 years, 8 months, and 8 days of age. She had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of Sandlick Separate Baptist Church. She was a homemaker, loved her flowers, working in her garden, and spending time with her family. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-06-16 11:34:31 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
KSP: Somerset man arrested after lengthy barricade From Trooper Scottie Pennington Somerset, KY - The Kentucky State Police Post 11 London was notified by Pulaski County 911 at 7:45 p.m. on Sunday, June 15, 2025, regarding a barricaded subject near the intersection of East Mount Vernon St. and Crawford Ave. in Somerset. The initial investigation indicates that John Woody of Somerset shot from his home into neighboring residences. The Somerset Police Department responded, and after unsuccessfully attempting to negotiate with Mr. Woody requested the response of the Kentucky State Police Special Response Team to assist. After a brief standoff, Mr. Woody began firing shots towards troopers. Less-lethal force was utilized to remove Mr. Woody from the residence and place him under arrest. 2025-06-16 09:32:30 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Reminder: Celebrate Dairy Day at the Extension Office Celebrate June Dairy Day from 11amCT to 1pmCT today, Monday, June 16, at the Adair County Extension Office, 409 Fairground Street, Columbia, KY. The Adair County FFA and City of Columbia are sponsoring the event and serving ice cream. The event is open to everyone. The Dairy Alliance will be sponsoring giveaways and Prairie Farms will be providing ice cream. 2025-06-16 09:28:09 | Comments | Printable version
Picnic in the Park on July 3 Picnic in The Park, sponsored by Adair County Tourism, will start at 5pmCT on Thursday, July 3, 2025, at the Jim Blair Community Center, 901 Hudson St, Columbia, KY, with vendors and musical performances.
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Michael Lee Morris, 84, Adair Co., KY native (1940-2025) Michael Lee Morris of Louisville passed away on Saturday, June 14, 2025, at his residence surrounded by his family and the sounds of his favorite bluegrass music. Funeral services will be held at 1pmCT on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home, 210 Greensburg St., Columbia, KY, with cremation to follow the service. Visitation will be from 4pmET to 8pmET on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at Schoppenhorst, Underwood & Brooks Funeral Home at 4895 N. Preston Hwy Sheperdsville, KY. Visitation will continue Wednesday from 10amCT until 1pmCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home in Columbia, KY. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-06-16 09:12:06 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Frances Lee Murrah, 96, Taylor County, KY Frances Lee Murrah of Campbellsville, daughter of the late Ray Caldwell and Evelyn Keltner Caldwell, was born March 23, 1929 in Adair County, Kentucky. She died Thursday, June 12, 2025 in Campbellsville at age 96. She professed faith in Christ and was a long time member of First Cumberland Presbyterian Church. She was a retired employee of Fruit of the Loom in Campbellsville. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-06-16 09:00:20 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries Birthdays and Anniversaries for June 16 Happy Anniversary, Deanna and Greg Mann | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Maurice and Juanita Cheatham (1956) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Nicole (Taylor) Rickard Taylor & Jason Rickard (2007) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Vernon and Leisa Keith (1989) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Aimee Reed Kidd | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Donnie Josh Smith (1994) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Donnie 'Josh' Smith | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Evelyn Dillingham | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Ima Lee Grant | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Ivan Greer (1944) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Joseph Grider | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Kyle Riddle (1985) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Lisa Coomer | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Michael Shawn Hare | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Mitch McKinley | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Reba Burris (1946) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Richie Melson | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Rodney Ford | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Sam Everidge | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Sheila Hayes | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tony Hadley | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Robert (Bobby) Russell, Liberty, KY (1937-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lenneth Bartley, Greensburg, KY (1935) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Gary Lynn Roy, Russell County, KY (1961P) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Jane Davis Foster, Green County, KY (1923) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Virginia L. Turner, 80, Burkesville, KY (1931) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Douglas Hagen, Russell Co., KY (1950) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Edwin Carl McKinney Jamestown, KY, Adair Co., KY native (1933) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sarah Moran, Green County, KY (1946) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Josh Davis, Taylor County, KY (1977-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Nelda Estes Taylor, Adair Co., KY (1934-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Marshall (Snake) Pierce, Russell County, KY (1938-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Pauline Short Blythe, 89, Marrowbone, KY (1924-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Donnie (Buck) Sneed, Columbia, KY (1947-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Nannie R. Dykes, 84, Russell Co., KY (1929-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Charles (Charlie) Maynard | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, David Lee Coe, 55, Russell Co., KY (1959-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Hettie Ruth Smith Anderson, Burkesville, KY (1928-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary E. (Jean) Johnston, 86, Edmonton, KY (1929-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Consuela Bajar Ragadon Yarbrough, Taylor Co., KY (1923-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Johnny Glen Thrasher, 70, Burkesville, KY (1946-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Pauline Woodrum Marple, 91, Casey Co., KY (1925-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Catherine Marie Rose, Taylor Co., KY (1934-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William Conrad Claycomb, Sr., Taylor Co., KY (1924-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Woody Blankenship, 70, Green County, KY/Adair Co. native (1947-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Christopher Steven Little, 25, Russell County, KY/NC native (1991-2017)> | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Larry Rondal DeWitt, 73, Taylor Co., KY (1944-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Don Wilson McWhorter, 71, Casey County, KY (1946-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Harold Thomas Coomer, 74, Russell Co./Adair Co., KY native (1943-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Steven Vince Kelsey, 44, Russell County, KY (1973-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Beverly Jean Williams, 82, Louisville, KY (1939-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Charles Bagby, 58, Campbellsville, KY (1964-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Chief Jimmie Cox, 87, Campbellsville, KY (1936-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Donna Scearce Karnes, (1955-2009) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Doris Jean Wooley, 80, Liberty, KY (1941-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Eric Steven Lambert, 52, Edmonton, KY (1970-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Greg Collins, 63, Columbia, KY (1957-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Herron Coomer, 81, Adair County, KY (1938-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James Roger Beard, 80, Columbia, KY (1942-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Laymar Murphy (1932-2004) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Margaret Ann Sanders Giles, Adair County, KY (1936-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Marshall Eugene Wethington, 75, Monticello, KY (1945-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mildred Jones, 79, Casey County, KY native (1939-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Monday, June 16, 2025 All events are listed in Central Time. 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