• Men's Javelin: Gold medal
• Men's Discus: Gold Medal
• Men's Shot Put: Silver Medal

Hudson (Beanpole) Willis is a native of Keltner, Ky. Mom (Venie Coffey) attended Keltner Elementary school with him.

On one occasion, Mom said to Hudson (later Beanpole), "Hudson, you have your sweater wrong side out."

He responded, "Other side is dirty."

Yes, it truly does test ones metal for the old adage of love thy neighbor especially if you have a neighbor who is somewhat of a closet pyromaniac which emerges every July Fourth much to the chagrin of most of the neighborhood. To each their own, and everyone has the right.

The majority of the objection to personal fireworks displays are the loud noises associated with the fireworks. One would think they could make a boomless firework display where it would not offend dogs, cats, horses, livestock, wildlife and small children, some veterans, and the elderly.

Simple enough to leave the boom out, and charge more just like they do with no salt green beans and other grocery items where they charge us more, and give us less.

I can honestly say that my horses would enjoy the Fourth of July displays so much more if they just light up the night skies without the booms that shake the earth beneath them. (And yes, my horses do enjoy watching the displays- just not keen about the big booms).

My grandfather was Clyde Montgomery and my grandmother was Jewel Montgomery. I would love to know more. I was at Shiloh placing flowers today and saw a new plaque.

I went to the Farmers Market today and was quite pleased with the selection. While not as many vendors as on Saturday, there were still plenty of options. I did not purchase as much as I would have liked. There were baked goods at a couple different booths (bought sourdough bread), including pizza which tasted like homemade, some produce, honey, jams, etc.

While I focused on food, there were other things there. I noticed dream catchers. I briefly checked the Friend Fungi booth; in addition to mushrooms they also had some tinctures (not sure of the terminology). Definitely worth checking out.

• July 4: Independence Day!
• July 4: Research Center closed all day.


• July 7: Adair County Genealogical Society regular meeting--The Jane Lampton Chapter DAR will present the program and it will be a great one! Monday at 5pmCT


• July 11: Lanterns & Tombstones, season 4, number 4, in the Columbia City Cemetery--Mike & Dave have the Veterans Walk ready to go! 7pmCT. Park in the Justice Center parking lot and walk up to the "Old Section." Please, no parking in the cemetery.


• July 12: Saturday Session--DOORS, A Tribute to Mr. Ben White of Knifley Grade School, and Remembering the Roley/Casey Creek Community of Adair County. Program at 1pmCT. Presented by Steven Ray. A must see, interesting program!

• Abigail Barrett, Lexington, attending University of Kentucky
• Taylor Bishop, Springfield and Greensburg, attending Morehead State University
• Shelby Butler, Mount Washington, attending University of Kentucky
• Emily Chunglo, Harrodsburg, attending Western Kentucky University
• Rachel Cowherd, Campbellsville, attending University of Kentucky
• Callie Hudson, Versailles, attending University of Tennessee
• Dylan Foster, Florence, attending Morehead State University
• Sayde Lowe, Murray, attending Murray State University
• Davis Miller, Lexington, attending Wofford College
• Leslie Monhollen, Williamsburg, attending University of Kentucky
• Mary Brooke Stith, Brandenburg, attending Murray State University
• Emily Tabor, Garfield, attending Western Kentucky University

• Before the festivities begin, plan to get home safely at the end of the night.


• If you're impaired, use a ride-booking company, taxi, call a sober friend or family member, or use public transportation to get home safely.


• If you see an impaired driver, safely pull over and contact law enforcement. You may dial the Kentucky State Police's toll-free line at 800-222-5555 or call 911.


• If you know people who are about to drive or ride while impaired, take their keys and help them make other arrangements to get to their destination safely.


• Wear a seat belt! It is not only the law; it is also the best defense against an impaired driver. Buckling up helps prevent injury and death if you are involved in a crash.