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Daily News for Tuesday, July 8, 2025
Columbia City Council regular July session From Trey Stephens The Columbia City Council met in regular session on Monday, July 7, 2025. Several items were on the agenda: First reading was given on the ordinance annexing the property southwest at the intersection of Highway 80 and Highway 61 in Adair County. This is the property located at the junction of Cumberland Parkway. First reading was given to the ordinance amending the ordinance for purchase procedures in the City of Columbia. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-07-08 22:40:56 | Comments | Printable version
Noel Godby, 80, Russell County, KY Noel B. Godby, of Russell Springs, passed from this life on Sunday, July 6, 2025, at Russell County Hospital, with his loving family at his side. He was 80 years, 11 months, and 8 days of age. Noel B. was born on July 29, 1944, in Windsor, the youngest child of the late Rev. Rufus Adam and Emma Baker Godby. After graduating from high school, Noel B. married Barbara Ann Bernard, and they made their home in Louisville. While living there, Noel became a Licensed Barber, working his way through mortuary school, graduating from the Kentucky School of Mortuary Science on August 6, 1976. Afterwards, Noel and his family moved back to Russell Springs, beginning his long-time career under the direction of his father-in-law, Kenneth Bernard, at Bernard Funeral Home. He received his Funeral Director and Embalmer Licenses from the Kentucky Board of Embalmers and Funeral Directors on January 24, 1979. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-07-08 22:30:16 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Justin Kesterson is newly minted Eagle Scout On Monday, July 7, 2025 Justin Kesterson was inducted into an elite group of scouts at Columbia United Methodist Church. He was presented with his Eagle Scout Award that he earned days before his 18th birthday. Justin started his scouting journey in Washington with the Chief Seattle Council, working his way quickly up through the ranks from Cub Scouts into Boy Scouts. He moved to Kentucky and joined Boy Scout Troop 185, based in Columbia, in 2022, where he continued to earn awards with the goal of one day becoming an Eagle Scout. On Monday night, that dream became a reality. With only two final requirements for Scouting's highest rank left to achieve, Justin started on his Eagle Scout project--building benches to be placed at the Cumberland County High School bus stop. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-07-08 21:27:01 | Comments | Printable version
Free NOAA weather radios to Tri-County customers Tri-County Electric, through a grant from TVA has sponsored a weather radio giveaway to Metcalfe County Tri-County customers. NOAA weather radios will be given to Tri-County Electric Customers Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 9:30amCT in the Metcalfe County Government Center, 201 N. Main Street, Edmonton. Sponsored By TVA In Partnership With Metcalfe County. 2025-07-08 21:09:26 | Comments | Printable version
Danny Coffey, 76, Russell County, KY Danny F. Coffey, age 76, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Sunday, July 06 2025 at Russell County Hospital Emergency Room. He was born on Sunday, December 26 1948, in Somerset, Ky. He was the son of Geraldine Wells Coffey and Cleatus Cordell Coffey, who preceded him in death. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-07-08 20:56:11 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Barry K. Spear, 74, Columbia, KY (1950-2025) Barry Keith Spear of Columbia passed away on Monday, July 7, 2025, at his residence. He was 74 years old. Mr. Spear chose cremation, and no services are scheduled at this time. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-07-08 20:54:23 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Mary Louise Grant, 85, Columbia, KY (1940-2025) Mary Louise (Grider) Grant of Columbia passed away on Monday, July 7, 2025, at Fair Oaks Health and Rehabilitation in Jamestown. She was 85 years old. Funeral services will be held at 1pmCT on Thursday, July 10, 2025, at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home, 210 Greensburg St., Columbia, KY, with Bro. Willard Parson and Bro. Troy Grider officiating. Burial will follow in the Haven Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be on Wednesday from 5pmCT until 8pmCT, and will continue Thursday until funeral time at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-07-08 20:50:44 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Zella Cundiff, 97, Columbia, KY (1927-2025) Zella B. Rich Cundiff of Columbia went home to be with Jesus on Monday, July 7, 2025, at TriStar Skyline Medical Center in Nashville, TN after several weeks' illness. She was 97 years old. Funeral services will be held at 1pmCT on Saturday, July 12, 2025, at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home, 210 Greensburg St., Columbia, KY, with Bro. Mark Karnes officiating. Burial will follow in the Haven Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be after 10amCT on Saturday at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-07-08 20:45:20 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Adair Co. Arts Council meeting canceled From Joyce Coomer Due to a health emergency, the Adair County Arts Council meeting that was planned at Highland Station Gallery on July 10 will be canceled for this month. 2025-07-08 20:37:29 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Arts Scene
Adair Co. Homemakers From Shannon Steveson The Adair County Extension Homemakers 25-26 year has Mailbox Members and six clubs: Bliss, Green River, Happy, Joyful Hearts Quilt Guild, Sano Stars, and Town & Country. We welcome you to come join us! If you are interested in attending a Club meeting or becoming a Mailbox Member, call the Adair County Extension Office 270-384-2317 and ask for Dylan Gentry. 2025-07-08 20:34:35 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Adair Co. Extension Service
Pickett's Chapel VBS starts July 9 From Ann Smith Pickett's Chapel will be having "Waves of Wonder" Vacation Bible School from 6pmCT to 8pmCT nightly, July 9-11, 2025, as we "wander the wilderness with Moses and receive water from a rock, and as we take a boat ride on a wavy sea with Jesus". There will be Bible lessons, crafts, music, food, and recreation time each night. Pickett's Chapel is located at 3047 Portland Road in the Portland/Milltown Community of Adair County. Everyone is invited to attend. For more info, or if you need a ride, please call 270.634.2440 or 270.507.9126. 2025-07-08 16:06:34 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Church News
Lanterns & Tombstones coming Friday Lanterns & Tombstones, season 4, number 4 will take place at 7pmCT on Friday, July 11, 2025, in the Columbia City Cemetery. Mike & Dave have the Veterans Walk ready to go! Park in the Justice Center lot and walk up to the "Old Section" Please, no parking in the cemetery. This is a walking tour through the historic cemetery and participants are encouraged to wear sturdy shoes, dress for the weather, and bring your enthusiasm. The Tour takes place each month throughout the year--April through September, culminating with the annual Silent City Tour of 2025 in October. Each month the Tour and narration will be different from previous months. There will be some specific information repeated each month for emphasis and to inform those who have not previously attended. For more information: Watson.kentucky@gmail.com; or call the Research Center, 270-380-1024. 2025-07-08 13:29:46 | Comments | Printable version
Tenley Lewis is Champion in Western Junior Showmanship From Tony Rose County Extension Agent for 4-H Youth Development Congratulations to Tenley Lewis, who participated in the State 4-H Horse Show on July 1 and 2, 2025, at the State Fairgrounds in Louisville. Tenley is the Champion in the Western Junior Showmanship out of the 28 youth who showed in the Western Jr. Showmanship class. Tenley also placed second in the Western Horsemanship walk-trot class. Tenley is a member of the Adair County 4-H Spurs Horse Club. 2025-07-08 13:18:07 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Adair Co. Extension Service
CAUD can be reached at after-hours number From Columbia/Adair Utilities District Due to issues with our phone provider, we are still without phones at our new office. Customers may contact us at the after hours number, 270-634-3285. Sorry for the inconvenience. 2025-07-08 13:14:26 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
ACHS SBDM Council to meet July 10 From Chad A. Parnell, Principal Adair County High School The ACHS SBDM Council will have its regular July meeting at 4pmCT on Thursday, July 10, 2025, in the ACHS Library, 526 Indian Drive, Columbia, KY. 2025-07-08 13:12:14 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
Joyce Taylor, 91, Russell County, KY Joyce M. Taylor, age 91, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Saturday, July 05 2025 at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital. She was born on Thursday, May 03 1934, in Faubush, Ky. She was the daughter of Bernice Pennington Wilson and William "Bill" Vincent Wilson, who preceded her in death. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-07-08 09:16:41 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
KSP: Post 15 warns public of ongoing phone scam From Trooper Jonathan Houk The Kentucky State Police (KSP) Post 15 is warning citizens about a phone scam affecting people in the Post 15 area. Individuals have reported receiving phone calls from someone falsely claiming to be Trooper Houk and other KSP Troopers. The caller threatens arrest unless money is sent to them immediately. Please know that this is a scam. We want the public to know that KSP will never contact anyone by phone to demand money by threatening legal action or arrest. These tactics are fraudulent and intended to intimidate people into sending money under false pretenses. If you receive a phone call like this, hang up immediately. Anyone receiving suspicious scam calls similar to this tactic is urged not to provide personal or financial information to the caller. Individuals can report scams to the Kentucky Attorney General at (888) 432-9257, online at http://ag.ky.gov/scams or by contacting their local KSP Post. 2025-07-08 07:51:08 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports Birthdays and Anniversaries for July 8 Happy Anniversary, Randy and Angie Smith | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Ronnie and Joyce Kelley | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Addie Elise Baker (2009) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Andrew Benton Green | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Annette Curry | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Benjamin Bault, (1984) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Christian Ford (1993) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Corbin E. Hobaugh (2015) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Devin Akin (1998) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Gail Hadley Ferrill | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jeff Wall | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jerica Couch | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jonathan Grant (2001) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Josh Wilson | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Lana Roy | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Madison Grace Smith (2002) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Michael Stephens | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Nick Humphress (1992) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Phyllis Stone | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Roberto Pedroza | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Samantha Crider (1993) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Summer Greer | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Iva Louise Dobson, Greensburg, KY (1929-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Helen Scott, Ashlock, KY (1941-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ivy Jewel Rowe Reece, Adair Co., KY (1919) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Tommy Dowell, Taylor Co., KY (1931) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Walter Logan (Corky) Scott III, Taylor Co., KY (1938) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Twyman Patterson Simpson, Green Co., KY (1932) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Danny Ray Stotts III , Taylor County, KY native (2010) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, SSG (Ret.) Cliff Parke, Taylor County, KY (1954) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Helen Hortense McMahan, Taylor County, KY (1920-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Judge Paul Barry Jones, Adair Co., KY (1936-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Robbin Cecil Colvin, Taylor County, KY (1958-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Wesley Wilson, Russell County, KY (1985-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bobby Dale Wilkinson, Liberty, KY (1960-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Wanda Gail Montgomery Pendleton, 79, Adair Co., KY (1936-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William (Bill) Bonta, Green County, KY (1944-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lindsay Grace Wilham Brown, 25, Clarinda, Iowa (1990-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, JoAnne Smith, 69, Burkesville, KY. Adair Co. native (1946-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ethel Mae Barbour, 83, No Bob, KY (1933-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dimple Marie Shaw Smith, 90, Summer Shade, KY (1926-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kathryn Farris, Campbellsville, KY (1928-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ova Lee Monday Smither, Casey County, KY (1924-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Beckham Combest, Adair Co., KY (1900-1966) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Brenda Edwards Bobbitt, 64, Adair Co., KY (1959-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Charles Lynn Stapp, 87, Russell Co., KY (1929-2016) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Curtis Wayne Clemons, 63, Edmonton, KY (1958-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Eula Jane Corbin, 85, Columbia, KY (1935-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ina Ree Melton Capps, 89, Cumberland County, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Irene L. Newby, 71, Crocus, KY (1951-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James C. Young, Jr. (1968-1991) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jo an Humphress, 77, Taylor Co., KY (1938-2016) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lejune Humphrey, 78, Glensfork, KY (1941-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Nancy Franklin | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ricky A. Padgett, 59, Adair Co., KY native (1964-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Shera Sanders, 64, Casey Creek, KY (1958-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Timothy A. Tetreault, 60, Liberty, KY (1960-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Troy Pollard, 52, Columbia, KY (1970-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory of Birthday, Clarence Embry Baker (1924-???) | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Tuesday, July 8, 2025 All events are listed in Central Time. 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