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State Senator Max Wise tests positive for COVID-19 Frankfort, Ky. (July 13, 2020) - The following is a statement from Senator Max Wise regarding his positive COVID-19 test: "This past Thursday, I began experiencing very mild symptoms that I thought might be consistent with COVID-19. Out of an abundance of caution, I contacted my local healthcare provider first thing Friday morning and was scheduled to be seen that afternoon. Two tests were given, and both tests yielded positive results. Since that test on Friday afternoon, I have felt fine and I am no longer experiencing any symptoms. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2020-07-13 19:47:21 | Comments
Governor's Monday update By Crystal Staley/Sebastian Kitchen Frankfort, KY - Gov. Andy Beshear on Monday updated Kentuckians on the state's continued efforts to fight the novel coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19). Gov. Beshear emphasized his priorities - protecting the health and safety of all Kentuckians, restarting our economy and opening our schools - and said wearing a mask is the most important step we all can take to achieve those goals. "So, what do we have to do? What are the actions that we have to take to protect our economy, to make sure that we protect $10 billion of our economy? It's pretty simple. Wear a facial covering," said Gov. Beshear. "Facial coverings help us achieve our three goals. No. 1 goal is to protect the lives and the health of Kentuckians. It is now a scientific fact: Wearing a mask protects both you and other people." He noted that cases are surging across the nation, causing many states to roll back their efforts to reopen their economies. "The second goal is restarting our economy," Gov. Beshear said. "There are multiple states now rolling back their reopening. I don't want that to be us." Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2020-07-13 16:00:53 | Comments
Ronnie Lee Pyles, 73, Columbia, KY (1947-2020) Ronnie Lee Pyles of Columbia passed away on Sunday, July 12, 2020, at the Liberty Care and Rehabilitation Center in Liberty, KY. He was 73 years old. Funeral services will be held at 11amCT on Wednesday, July 15, 2020, at the Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home, 210 Greensburg St., Columbia, KY, with Bro. David Coffey officiating. Burial will follow in the New Hope Cemetery. Visitation will be on Tuesday from 4pmCT to 8pmCT, and will continue on Wednesday morning until time for the service at the funeral home. For the health and respect of the family, please follow all rules for social distancing and The Healthy at Work Guidelines. Everyone attending will be required to wear a mask or face covering. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2020-07-13 15:56:18 | Comments | See topic Obituaries
ACES SBDM Council meeting By Sommer Brown, Principal Adair County Elementary School The regularly scheduled July SBDM Council meeting for Adair County Elementary School will be postponed until July 21, 2020, at 4pmCT. This will be a special called regular meeting to review applications for a vacancy. The meeting is open to the public and may be accessed through Google Meet: Meeting URL: meet.google.com/kao-tpfi-wpm Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2020-07-13 15:51:56 | Comments | See topic Education 
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Robert Stone - I am: a sonnet of hopeful change Poetry by Robert Stone: I am: a sonnet of hopeful change When I am dead and buried you at last will never need to worry what words more I might dig up from our unhappy past that you would choose with patience to ignore. But I am still alive and spouting words collected through my years of reading much about the swimming fish and flying birds and all the things I did not fear to touch. If I am honest I acknowledge choice to set aside all unkind thoughts and acts and do those things that will make you rejoice when best of me is guided by sound facts. Yet I am shaking in my shoes afraid of failing to achieve a passing grade. - Robert Stone, 12 July 2020 Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2020-07-13 10:42:23 | Comments 
History Monday: Mad Dogs Always a Concern By Mike Watson Growing up in rural Adair County afforded many exciting moments. There were instances of heavy rains and high water, snakes on the porch, falling tree limbs, skunks, bee swarms, and so much more, including the occasional strange dog in the neighborhood. An unusual canine always created murmurs of possible rabies and the animal would have to be checked on, and due process, if necessary, carried out. Mad dogs have always been of concern, for they may bite anything or anyone, as the following story from the The Courier-Journal of 19 March 1874 illustrates: Man's Faithful Friend -- Fido in the Country -- A Lively Demand for Madstones -- Campbellsville, Ky., Letter, March 16, in the Lebanon Standard -- Rabid dogs seem to be abundant this season. We have had them here, and hear of them in several other localities. One in Green County has bitten many dogs and a number of cattle. Two or three persons have been bitten, among them William Clark, aged about 16, son of Thomas J. Clark, proprietor of the hotel at Greensburg. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2020-07-13 07:00:36 | Comments | See topic Mike Watson - History
Letter: About the Bear Killed by Vaughn Roger Smith writes: Although I do not question the honesty and abilities of my dear friend Ed's reporting of the actions of the bear board, I do, in all honesty, feel that I should clear up one credential of a Bear Board member.Comments re: Bears Around Adair: Are There Any? Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2020-07-13 06:09:25 | Comments
7-County Area Courts for Mon 13 Jul 2020 Local schedules for Circuit Courts, District Courts, for Monday, July 13, 2020, at a glance:
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Masks now required in all Adair public buildings Public Notice from Adair County Fiscal Court: Beginning Monday, July 13, 2020 all Adair County owned buildings/departments will require a mask or face covering for entry by executive order of Governor Andy Beshear. This will include but not limited to the Adair County Annex Building, Adair County Judicial Center, Adair County Jail, Recycling Center, Road Department, and Green River Animal Shelter. If you are needing to conduct business in any of our offices and are concerned about coming in, please remember that we are still available by phone or email and a lot of things can be done online or via mail. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2020-07-13 04:59:51 | Comments
Sunny today with temperature near 85 Monday, July 13, 2020 - Watch for patchy fog on the morning drive. Otherwise, it will be mostly sunny, with a high near 85. Calm wind becoming north around 6 mph in the afternoon. Tonight will be mostly clear, with a low around 63. North wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening. Tuesday will be sunny, with a high near 89. Calm wind. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2020-07-13 04:49:48 | Comments
Letter: Most prestigious picture George Rice writes: A very most prestigious picture. That picture deserves to be enlarged, framed and hung on the wall. I loved it. It is a story just to look at.Comments re: Miss Donna and her mare Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2020-07-12 19:33:40 | Comments | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
COVID-19 Update: Masks are a requirement FRANKFORT, Ky. (July 12, 2020) - Gov. Andy Beshear on Sunday updated Kentuckians on the state's continued efforts to fight the novel coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19). "Folks, this is serious. So what we need everybody to do is wear that mask. It's a requirement, just like wearing your seatbelt. At every store, it's no shirt, no shoes, no mask, no service," said Gov. Beshear. "This is just where we are in our battle as Americans and as Kentuckians against COVID-19." Case Information - As of 4 p.m. July 12, Gov. Beshear said there were at least 19,389 coronavirus cases in Kentucky, 277 of which were newly reported Sunday. Comparing cases reported from June 29 to July 5 with cases reported from July 6 to July 12, there is a 48.7% increase in positive cases. "Given the elevated rate of positive COVID-19 cases that continues to increase, the need to curb spread of infection and keep others safe must be taken seriously," said Dr. Steven Stack, commissioner of the Kentucky Department for Public Health. "It is important for everyone to realize we all have a role in containing this disease so hospital capacity remains at a manageable level. Kentuckians must stay committed to this very important effort." Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2020-07-12 19:26:27 | Comments
Parents: please answer tonight's survey call Parents of Adair County school students are asked to please take Superintendent Pam Stephens' call at 7:30pmCT tonight, Sunday, July 12, 2020, and answer using their cell phone, or reply by email, so that teachers and administrators can make plans for school opening. The school's questions and how to respond follow: Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2020-07-12 15:24:52 | Comments
Letter: What the mask mandate is, and isn't Amy Pike writes: The mask mandate by the governor is an executive order and not a law. Therefore, it is not the police department's responsibility to enforce the mandate, that would defer to the Health Department. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2020-07-12 11:15:29 | Comments | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
Bears Around Adair: Are There Any? "Those of common minds should, perhaps, not follow the Bear Board inquiry, as there may be ideas considered of such weight and magnitude that they could split the heads of ordinary persons as though they were ripe watermelons." By Ed Waggener, 1996 From issue 9, when Columbia Magazine was a little print magazine. The official Columbia Adair County Blue Ribbon Bear Board is founded to get to bottom of bear business. Are there bears in Adair County? Where? What kind are they? Could they be descendants of Haskin's Hobart Coomer Bear? Are they a friendly sort of bear? If not, what precautions should be taken with children, pets, small livestock, and tourists? Should bears come under planning & zoning? These and other questions have challenged Adair Countians with perplexing regularity now and for the recent past few years. Stories abound of bear sightings, most from folks who know someone who saw a bear in Adair County or who know someone who knows someone who saw a bear. In as much as the very future of the county could be at stake, Columbia magazine, which goes where no man has gone before, has induced a group of men to get to the bottom of the issue. To be known as the Columbia! Blue Ribbon Bear Board, these undaunted panelists are working without pay, They labor only for the promise of a place in history and widespread personal fame. There will be no meetings. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2020-07-12 07:26:23 | Comments
COVID-19 Q&A: Masks make infection risk less From weekly Health Department Question and Answer public meeting. This point was explained by Stuart Spillman, Environmental Health Director, LCDHD. Question: I was in a church service with attempted social distancing but no one was wearing a mask. Someone in the church tested positive and I was told to self isolate along with most of the congregation. If everyone in the church had been wearing a mask would we have had to self isolate? I feel like that would make the difference to a lot of church members if they understood that. Answer: Yes you would still have to be quarantined; however, the risk of being infected would be a lot less. We are unable to quantify that risk, hence as a precaution quarantine is necessary. Wearing a mask and distancing helps prevent the spread of the virus and ultimately helps prevent an outbreak. You may still be considered a contact due to exposure time in a confined space, but have reduced your risk of contracting Covid. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2020-07-12 07:10:17 | Comments
Recycling is big business in Wayne County From unsorted recyclables to a belt line, to aluminum cans, to shredded bales of paper, cardboard, plastic bottles and milk jugs... recycling a big business. By Mary Ellis for the Wayne County Outlook in June 2019 Smoke damage from one end to the other of the Recycling Center caused by a vehicle fire near the back of the structure accounted for the business moving to a temporary location and operate, but it's now back open just off North Main in Monticello. Solid Waste Coordinator Tim Bell described the smoke damage as unbelievable. Work crews tore out the walls, down to the bare metal and built the inside of the structure back - from the ground up including new wiring and insulation. The makeover created "all new looks" and it's like you're walking into a brand new facility. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2020-07-12 00:29:07 | Comments
JIM: The story behind an old picture By JIM The following article appeared on page one (jumped to page four) of the April 7, 1937 edition of the Adair County News. Photo Shows Town Years Ago An old picture, containing faces of only a few men yet living and showing a portion of the Public Square as it appeared nearly 30 years ago, was shown us last week by Col. L.B. Hurt, genial ex-sheriff of the county who has done much to keep alive local history. The picture was taken December 1 [1], 1908 on the east side of the Public Square and shows townspeople gathered excitedly about members of a posse from Russell County who had trailed Elmer Hill, alleged murderer of a little girl, into the county. The story, as related to us by Col. Hurt, is that the posse, on horseback, tracked the accused killer to a point near the present residence of N.B. Kelsay [2], Jamestown Road. The party, carrying long rifles and led by sheriff Uriah Selby of Russell County, lost the trail there and rode into town. It was then that the picture was taken by J.W. Coy [3], who lives on Burkesville Street. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2020-07-11 16:44:31 | Comments | See topic Jim: History
Planning and Zoning to meet Monday, 13 July The City of Columbia Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a special called meeting at 1:30pmCT Monday, July 13, 2020 at City Hall, 116 Campbellsville Street, Columbia, KY. The purpose of the meeting is to review site development plans for Dairy Queen to be located at 1101 Jamestown Street. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2020-07-11 06:02:53 | Comments
Mask or no mask - that is the question By Phillip Coffey One need not be of nobility to choose to wear a mask, "Hamlet". There are no questions involving which is more noble. If masks worn prevent another from becoming sick, choose to follow "The Golden Rule". Do not be cynical. Cynics are a dime a dozen. When I saw honorable, very hard working men leaving the trappings of a underground mine site from a 28 inch Blue Gem coal opening after his shift long ago totally covered with blackness, should I look in dismay and respond, "Why are you wearing that mask, do you not know you should not permit the Government to put intrusions upon you conflicting with your individual liberties? I dare say they make you feel uncomfortable by taking those drastic steps." Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2020-07-11 05:11:53 | Comments What's Cooking in Columbia Today Click restaurant names for hours, directions, and prices. Print What's Cooking Betty's Country Cooking MENU | 2339 Campbellsville RD, Columbia, KY (MAP) Phone 270-384-5664 | Non-smoking. Breakfast served anytime. Credit Cards accepted. Hours: 530amCT to 830pmCT Monday through Saturday, and Sundays from 8amCT to 3pmCT On the hot bar today, Tuesday, July 14, 2020: Patty's Liberty Road General Store and Deli MENU In the Village of Vester, (Adair County), 5097 Liberty Road, Columbia, KY 42728. Patty Smith Edwards, owner & manager. Phone 270-380-1039 HOURS: Monday through Thursday 5amCT-3pmCT. Friday 5amCT-7pm. Saturday 5am-3pm. Closed Sundays. Liberty Road Grocery & Deli is SMOKE FREE. Tuesday we will be serving: Black Stallion Steakhouse 202 Will Walker Rd., Columbia, KY. 270-380-1800. Open seven days a week 11am to 10pmCT. Nonsmoking. Credit cards accepted. Private rooms available. Full Bar Seating, Beer & Wine, 7-days a week Updated hours: Black Stallion will be open today from 11amCT to 9pmCT! Fiesta Mexico of Columbia 819 Jamestown St., Columbia KY. 270-384-6004. Hrs.: 10:30amCT daily; Sun, 11amCT Authentic Mexican Restaurant TUESDAY SPECIAL: Quesadilla Verde - Grilled Four Tortilla Stuffed with Chicken or Beef with Cheese, served with Rice, Lettuce, Tomato and Guacamole. $5.99 Happy Hawg BBQ & More Catering, Dine-In, Carry Out and Delivery. 270-585-4671, 23 East Steve Wariner Dr., Russell Springs KY Summer hours: Monday through Saturday 9amCT to 5pmCT; Closed Sundays. 54 Birthdays and Anniversaries for July 14 Happy Anniversary, Chasity and Jamie Yarberry (2001) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Daryl and Candi Flatt | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Don and Carol Burton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Jimmy and Sally Kemp (2000) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, P. J. and Andrea Burris (2001) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Ricky and Diane Gaskin, (1990) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Ryan and Trista Moss | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Bob Higgins | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Brandon Wright | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Briley Aaron Cox (2002) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Chase Allen Hutcheson (2011) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Donnel Walker, (1946) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Elizabeth McGaha | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jacob Tyler Scott (2009) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jadie Elizabeth Smith (2002) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jason Rector (1980) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jayden Chass Isabelle | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Joyce Sneed | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Kaylee Brooke Sneed (2009) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Margaret Wright | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Mark Bradshaw | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Pam Montgomery | (Updates/Corrections) Happy birthday, Reese Bardin (2009) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Sheena Kelsay (1982) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Sias Grant | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Timothy Franklin (2004) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birtrhday, Gary Spoon | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Laura Farmer, 88, Casey Co., KY native (1924-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ronny Gene Milby, Taylor County, KY | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Randall "Buck" Melton, Cumberland Co., KY (1939-2010) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Garland Brinkley Russell, Green Co., KY (1942) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, David Adams, Taylor Co., KY (1939) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ollie Moore, Edmonton, KY (1921) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James Michael O'Banion, Taylor Co., KY (1953) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Decatur Owens, Russell County, KY (1934) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Gloria Jean Milby, Green County, KY (1940-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rosa Lee Combs Wright Johnson, Green County, KY (1920-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Phillip Harold (Phil) Hicks, Taylor Co., KY (1955-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Georgina E. Smith, Breeding, KY (1963-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Teri Genakos, Adair County, KY (1956-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Frank Hayes Gregory, Taylor Co., KY (1933-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Larry Wayne White, Metcalfe County, KY (1960-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ralph Roberts, 70, Casey County, KY (1946-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. David Thomas Patterson, Summersville, KY (1955-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mark Read, 56, Taylor County, KY (1960-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Elizabeth Shelley Collins Webb, Adair Co., KY (1923-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Catherine Janes, Columbia, KY (1945-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Joe Bailey, 79, Taylor County, KY (1937-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Delmar L. Jones, Taylor Co., KY (1935-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Freddy Scott (Scotty) Jennings, Taylor Co., KY (1939-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Donnel Walker, 71, Adair County, KY (1946-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Eugene Loyall Price, Green County, KY (1930) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Silas Grant | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Young Loy (1931) | (Updates/Corrections)View all birthdays and anniversaries for this month and next month on our Celebrations Page. Submit your birthday or anniversary using our Contact Form. |
 
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