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Masquerade Ball to raise funds for Metcalfe Animal Shelter From Kim Harwood, Executive Director Edmonton Metcalfe County Chamber of Commerce There will be a Masquerade Fundraiser Ball to benefit the Metcalfe County Animal Shelter from 5:30pmCT to 10pmCT on Saturday, May 11, 2024, in the Metcalfe County Old School Gym, 703 W. Stockton St., Edmonton, KY. There will be food, karaoke, a costume contest, a live auction, Larry Wilson will be entertaining everyone, and live music by Little David & Bad Country. Tickets are on sale now for $45.00 each, and all proceeds go to the Metcalfe County Animal Shelter. Join us for a night of fun and help support your local animal shelter. For tickets or more information, contact Faye Word, Larry Wilson, Anne Birge (Wall Works), Shana Word, Tina Combs, Kim Harwood (Metcalfe County Chamber), Brandy Morgan, or Amy Wilson (Butler Funeral Home). Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2024-04-18 11:11:29 | Comments
Student Exhibition of Learning at ACHS April 30 From Sarah Hatton The first annual Student Exhibition of Learning will be held from 5pmCT to 7pmCT on Tuesday, April 30, 2024, in the Gym at Adair County High School, 526 Indian Dr, Columbia, KY. Students, families, and community members are invited to come celebrate K-12 student learning. There will be Family Fun Basket door prizes, student snowcones & cotton candy with FRYSC, plus Kiss the Pig Winners from each school. Enjoy supper from ACHS Track, with chili & other soups, grilled cheese, chips, dessert, and a drink for just $8 per person. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2024-04-18 10:56:47 | Comments | See topic Education
Lindsey Wilson College Choral Ensembles Gala Concert From Gerald Chafin The public is invited to the Lindsey Wilson College Choral Ensembles annual Gala Concert starting at 6:30pmCT on Sunday evening, April 21, 2024, at the Columbia Christian Church, 206 Campbellsville St, Columbia, KY. This year's Gala Concert will feature the LWC Singers and Concert Choir, joined by special guest stars from Lindsey Wilson College, Adair County High School, and The Adair County Community Choir. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2024-04-18 10:50:31 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson College
Cover the Cruiser in support of Special Olympics Kentucky From Captain Paul Blanton Frankfort, KY - Kentucky State Police (KSP) is partnering with Special Olympics Kentucky to 'Cover the Cruiser' April 19-26, 2024, as Team Kentucky raises funds for the summer games. Troopers will be joined by athletes of Special Olympics Kentucky at various locations throughout the state, including Doc's Market at 2939 Campbellsville Rd., Columbia from 10amCT to 1pmCT on Friday, April 19, 2024. For a minimum donation of one dollar, a custom sticker can be placed on a cruiser, with 100% of the proceeds being donated. To see more locations, click here: wp.kentuckystatepolice.ky.gov. "It's exciting to see this fundraising event take place for the fifth straight year in support of the Special Olympics Summer Games," said Gov. Beshear. "The athletes teach us to embrace our differences and recognize the unique talents of every Kentuckian. I wish all of them the best of luck this summer." Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2024-04-18 10:39:23 | Comments Events scheduled for today, April 19, 2024 All events are listed in Central Time. | Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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March 2024 Employment Report Frankfort, KY - Kentucky's seasonally adjusted preliminary March 2024 unemployment rate was 4.5%, according to the Kentucky Center for Statistics (KYSTATS), an agency within the Kentucky Education and Labor Cabinet. The preliminary March 2024 jobless rate was up 0.1 percentage points from February 2024 and up 0.5 percentage point from one year ago. The U.S. seasonally adjusted jobless rate for March 2024 was 3.8%, which was down from the 3.9% recorded for February 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Labor. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2024-04-18 10:33:48 | Comments
Cybersecurity risk analysis available at no cost from CISA Are your computers and phones secure from hackers? CISA is ready to help... Colin Glover, Cybersecurity State Coordinator, was the guest speaker at Wednesday's Russell County Chamber of Commerce meeting. He represents the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) Region 4, Kentucky. Because it is paid for by tax dollars, there is no cost to businesses and organizations to ask for a CISA representative to come on location and conduct a no-cost risk analysis. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2024-04-18 00:48:57 | Comments
Writers' Day filled except for one space Saturday Fourteen writers are scheduled to read one of their works at the first Writers' Day, Saturday, April 20, 2024 beginning at 9amCT at the Adair County Extension Office, 409 Fairground St., Columbia, Ky. The day is divided into morning session and afternoon session with each artist having up to a quarter hour. From 11:30amCT - 12:30pmCT everyone will be free for a lunch break on their own. A map of local restaurants will be provided with several places to eat, all very close, plus the Farmers Market will be open on the corner of Merchant and Campbellsville Streets downtown. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2024-04-18 00:03:53 | Comments | See topic Education
Parade entries invited for Founder's Day event The Summer Shade Founder's Day celebration is inviting entries into their May 11, 2024 morning parade. Accepting the following entries: antique cars, modern vehicles, horses & wagons, ATVs, political, business, individuals, floats etc. Email the Edmonton Metcalfe County Chamber of Commerce for more information: Metchamb@scrtc.com . Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2024-04-17 23:48:40 | Comments 
Citizens Academy to be held by City of Columbia The City of Columbia will hold its first Citizens Academy - a class led by representatives of the Columbia Police Department with assistance from other first response agencies. The first class will be an initial four week session consisting of one day a week for a period of two hours. The initial class will focus on the structure of the police department, emergency response, drug and alcohol training, possible tours of emergency organizations, and crime scene investigations. There will be a graduation ceremony at the end of the class. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2024-04-17 15:30:57 | Comments | See topic Local Government
Austin Trace Road closed for repairs From Bridget Compton Adair County Deputy Judge Executive, Road Administrative Assistant & Solid Waste Coordinator Per Road Foreman Barry Hamlett, Austin Trace Road will be closed after 8:30amCT to replace a road tile. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2024-04-17 12:48:39 | Comments | See topic Local Government
ACES SBDM Council meeting cancelled From Sommer Brown, Principal Adair County Elementary School Adair County Elementary School's School-Based Decision Making Council will not have their regularly scheduled April meeting. The meeting originally scheduled for Thursday, April 18, 2024, has been cancelled. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2024-04-17 12:47:28 | Comments | See topic Education
Layne Weston at SCY Championships From March 8 through March 10, 2024, 9-year-old Layne Weston of Columbia competed in the 2024 12 & Under Kentucky SCY Championships in Louisville. Layne competed in 7 total events throughout the meet, finishing in 8th or better in every single one. He finished 8th (200 Free), 7th twice (200 IM, 100 IM), 6th (50 Free), 5th (100 Free), and 2nd twice (50 Breast, 100 Breast). Layne is a member of the Southern Kentucky Swim Club, based in Bowling Green, at the Lindsey Wilson satellite location. Tyler King, Co-Head Coach for the SKY swim team, says, "Layne is a very bright young man who has an amazing work ethic and an even better personality for someone of his age. His hard work in the pool is starting to pay off for him during competitions, and the short course championships showed why. His second place finishes in the 50 and 100 Breaststroke competitions were the events in which he shined the most during the meet." Layne touched the wall at 36.59 in the 50 Breaststroke, and a blazing 1:19.85 in the 100 Breaststroke. Layne's 100 Breaststroke time has made him the 6th fastest 9-year-old swimmer in the country. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2024-04-17 11:15:36 | Comments | See topic Sports
Agenda for April 18 Regular School Board Meeting From Carolee Lloyd The Adair County Board of Education will meet in regular session at 6pmCT on Thursday, April 18, 2024 in the Adair County Board Conference Room, 1204 Greensburg Street, Columbia, KY. In addition to regular business, items on the agenda include the Summer Feeding Program, the Time Clock Plus system, out of state travel for the ACMS BETA Club and for HOSA, and approvals for purchase of SAVVAS, Amplify, and the I-Ready Diagnostic Assessment Tool. Board Agenda: Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2024-04-17 10:57:56 | Comments | See topic Local Government Birthdays and Anniversaries for April 19 Happy Birthday, Bobby Shives (1981) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Chasity Janes | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Elizabeth Coffey (2006) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jamie Sparks Shelley | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Kylie Rayburn (1995) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, LaTashua Nichole Moore (1989) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Michael Compton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Stacy Melton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Will Waggener (1988) | (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.
Saturday is last day of science play at RCPL Science in play has been in focus since the beginning of the new year with seven unique play/create stations of STEM experiences on loan from the Kentucky Science Center in Louisville at the Russell County Public Library. Shevawn Foley, play specialist for the Kentucky Science Center, says RCPL has enjoyed up to 30-40 kids at a time as most of the Russell and surrounding County elementary and pre schools have brought students to enjoy the STEM experiences. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2024-04-17 09:34:50 | Comments | See topic Education
Homeplace on Green River Spring Plow Day is Saturday From Dan Koger's Public Relations Class at LWC The historic Homeplace on Green River demonstration farm celebrates spring plowing again this year with its annual Spring Plow Day Craft and Music Festival from 8amCT to 8pmCT this Saturday, April 20, 2024, at 5807 New Columbia Rd., Campbellsville, KY. Live music will be presented all day, along with country craft exhibits and sales, and demonstrations of such traditional farm skills as furniture making, tin smiting, lard making and log skidding. "We're trying to capture the sight and feel of farming over the long history of agriculture in the southcentral Kentucky area," said Lyn Stanton, Homeplace on Green River Program Director. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2024-04-17 09:01:03 | Comments
Adair Co. Middle School SBDM Council to meet Thursday From Keri Willis, Principal Adair County Middle School The Adair County Middle School SBDM Council will hold its regular monthly meeting at 4pmCT on Thursday, April 18, 2024. The meeting will be held in Room 137 of ACMS, 322 General John Adair Drive, Columbia, KY. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2024-04-17 08:48:37 | Comments | See topic Education
Highway fatalities increase, please drive safely In an effort to help families pay tribute to loved ones killed on Kentucky highways, the Highway Safety website features "Memory Lane" - a digital memorial space created for immediate family members to post stories and pay tribute to loved ones lost in traffic crashes. Frankfort, KY - Highway fatalities in Kentucky increased in 2023 with 813 deaths, up from 744 in 2022 and the highest since 2016. To complement infrastructure improvements and enforcement campaigns to improve safety on Kentucky highways, state transportation officials encourage motorists to practice safe driving behaviors. With more than half of reported fatalities involving unbelted drivers and passengers, Kentuckians are reminded to buckle up every trip, every time. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2024-04-16 18:23:45 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports What's Cooking in Columbia Today Click restaurant names for hours, directions, and prices. Fiesta Mexico of Columbia 819 Jamestown St., Columbia KY. 270-384-6004. Hrs.: 10:30amCT daily; Sun, 11amCT Authentic Mexican Restaurant Friday Special: Enchiladas Supremas 4 corn tortillas - 1 beef, 1 chicken, 1 cheese, 1 bean - topped with enchilada sauce, cheese lettuce, tomato & sour cream. $7.50 Happy Hawg BBQ 114 Jamestown Street, Columbia, KY. 270-585-4671. Open from 10amCT to 6pmCT Monday through Saturday, closed Sundays. Mastercard, Visa, and Discover accepted. Catering available. Happy Hawg BBQ is open daily with shoulder, brisket, chicken and more, plus burgers and hotdogs, chicken strips, fries, rings, nachos, appetizers, homemade sides, soft serve ice cream, milkshakes, and other treats.Randy Young, owner 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 Black Stallion is open today from 11amCT to 9pmCT! Hooligan Burger Hooligan Burger is now open in its new, larger location at 206 Dohoney Trace in New Columbia, just waiting to serve up any of our one-of-a-kind Sandwiches! Every ingredient is fresh and Chef Jason Thrasher's creations are unique, tongue-tantalizing tastes! Adair County Schools Adair Co. School District, Dayna Parnell, Ass't Food Service Director, Carol Roy, Director of Food Services, 270-384-2476 ACES and ACPC menu for April 19, 2024: Adair Senior Citizens Center 901 Hudson Street, Columbia, KY 42728. 8amCT to 2pmCT Monday through Friday. Phone 270-380-1899. JoAnn Smith, Director. Menu for Friday, April 19, 2024:
Social Security scams rampant and increasing Social Security fraud is rampant -- and increasing. The Federal Bureau of Investigation reports that scammers took about $3 billion from Social Security beneficiaries in 2022. That was a staggering 84 percent higher than the previous year. Here are some of the most notorious scams. If anyone contacts you in person, by mail, or electronically with messages that follow any of these themes, call the Social Security Administration's fraud prevention and reporting hotline at 800-269-0271. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2024-04-16 17:47:43 | Comments
Class III of Adair Co. Extension Master Gardener Program From Nick Roy Adair County Extension Agent for Agriculture & Natural Resources The Adair County Cooperative Extension Service is now accepting applications for the third offering of the Extension Master Gardener program. Extension Master Gardeners (EMG) are trained volunteers that assist County Extension Agents (CEA) with educational programming. EMG's are certified when they have completed the training sessions and homework, passed the comprehensive exam with a minimum score of 75%, and completed 40 hours of volunteer service.
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Revival Services Old Concord Community Church From Phyllis Burris You are invited to Old Concord Community Church, 7996 Fairplay Rd, Columbia, KY, for revival services at 6pmCT each evening Friday-Sunday, April 19, 20, and 21, 2024. Bro. Clifton Bennett, Evangelist, Bro. Pat Smith, Pastor. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2024-04-16 09:39:46 | Comments | See topic Church News Last 10 Posted Obituaries:
Remembrances for April 19 In Memory Birthday, Rebecca (Becky) Holsclaw, Louisville, KY (1965-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kathleen Fay Floyd, Bethelridge, KY (1933-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William (Billy) Murrell, Columbia, KY (1935-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Minnie Corbin Rubarts, Columbia, KY (1918) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jannie Cape, 83, formerly of Adair Co., KY | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Arnold Lee Gooch, Casey County, KY (1946) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Willie Van (Bee) Groce, Cumberland Co., KY (1931) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Michelle Anna Marie Cole (1977) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Anna Mae Hammond, Russell Co., KY (1928-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ruby Helen Stamper, Casey Co., KY (1925-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, John (Bozie) Miller, Russell County, KY (1949-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Darlene Wariner Cunningham, Russell Co., KY (1947-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Vestie Wright, 92, Burkesville, KY (1921-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Joyce Lee, 79, Glasgow, KY (1935-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ruby Nadine Wethington, Adair native, Casey Co., KY (1938-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Eddie W. York, 50, Russell Co., KY (1964-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ronnie Joe Wesley, Casey Co., KY (1941-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In memory birthday, Betty Muriel Goff, Louisville, KY (1935-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Carl Bloyd Underwood, 89, Taylor Co., KY (1927-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Reba F. Rodgers, 83, Adair Co., KY (1934-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Toso Compton, Metcalfe Co., KY (1931) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Christopher Ray Deweese, 38, Summer Shade, KY (1979-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Anna Laura Hereford Rush, Crocus, KY (1929-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Winnie Lois Curry, 84, Columbia, KY (1933-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Amy Harrison Jessie, 82, Campbellsville, KY (1938-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Arthur Wayne Key, 77, Burkesville, KY (1943-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bruce A. Cain, Russell County, KY (1959-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Carolyn Spurling, 94, Green Co., KY native (1928-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dixie P. (Shorty) Hamilton, 79, Adair Co., KY native (1943-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Freeman P. West, 75, Columbia, KY (1947-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Gary Dean Foley, 61, Adair Co., KY native (1961-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lawrence Hamilton, 79, Campbellsville, KY (1944-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Leonard Opal Burress, Elk Horn, KY (1921-2010) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Margaret Hale Bradshaw, Russell County, KY (1936-1991) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary J. McLean | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mildred Thompson, 84, Campbellsville, KY (1938-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Milford Henry Lowe, 84, Taylor Co., KY (1938-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Polly J. Harden, 82, Jamestown, KY (1940-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ronald Warren Hixson, 91, Taylor Co., KY (1931-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ruby Starnes, 93, Russell Springs, KY (1927-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sharon Faye Johnson, 64, Columbia, KY (1956-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Stephen 'Bumper' Milby, Green County, KY native Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) |
 
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