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Daily News for Wednesday, January 16, 2008
Obituary: Frances Louise Brockman Masserant, 89 COLUMBIAMAGAZINE.COM OBITUARIES Mrs. Masserant was a member of a respected northwestern Adair County family and a member of a of St. Marks United Methodist Church, Louisville, a retired realtor and beautician Frances Louise Brockman Masserant, 89, a resident of Harborside Nursing Home in Louisville, KY, formerly of the Kemp Community in Adair County, KY, passed away Tuesday, January 15, 2008, in Louisville, KY, after several weeks illness. A graveside service will be held Friday, January 18, 2008, at 1:00pmCT, at the Orr Cemetery in Green County, KY, with Rev. David Alexander the officiating clergy. Interment will be in Orr Cemetery. Visitation will be after 10:00am, Friday, January 18, 2008, at Stotts-Phelps-McQuaeary Funeral Home, 210 Greensburg ST, Columbia, KY. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2008-01-16 16:49:26 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
AC Fiscal Court will recognize Recycler of the Month First recipient will receive award at the February meeting of Adair Fiscal Court By Ed Waggener Starting in February, Judge Ann Melton and the Adair Fiscal Court wlll be spotlighting an individual and/or business or organization for outstanding recycling efforts. "Each month we will be recognizing a person or organization int he community for their outstanding leadership and commitment to the recycling program, and will present a plaque for being Adair County Recycler of the Month," Judge Melton said. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2008-01-16 16:09:54 | Comments | Printable version
Benefit auction and chili supper for Ashley Bottoms EVENTS There will be a benefit auction and chili supper to benefit Ashley Bottoms, who was been off work since being in an auto accident on November 25, 2007. The benefit will be January 18, 2008, at 5:30CT, at the Columbia VFW Building, Fairgrounds ST, Columbia, KY. Ashley does not have any health or disability insurance and will be off work for some time. She will need additional surgeries before she will be able to go back to work. She and Tim could use any help in these difficult times. Contact persons are Debbie Blevins, (270) 384-4537 or Leslie Sparks (270) 634-1996. Any donation would be greatly appreciated. Thanks. 2008-01-16 15:17:55 | Comments | Printable version
New movie (2008), Cloverfield, starts Fri. at historic Columbian ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT The Columbian Theatre will have a new movie starting Friday, January 18, 2008. Cloverfield (2008), rated PG-13, will show nightly at 6:00pm and 8pm and Sundays at 2:00pm and 4:00pm only. - NATHAN COMPTON, manager, historic Columbian Theatre. 2008-01-16 10:08:54 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Arts Scene
Invitation to groundbreaking for new courthouse and the Adair County Fiscal Court request the honor of your presence at the groundbreaking for the Adair County Judicial Center on Tuesday, the twenty-second day of January, two thousand and eight, at 1:00 o'clock p.m., CST, at 200 Merchant Street, in the City of Columbia, KY 2008-01-16 09:55:02 | Comments | Printable version
Viktoria Krell is MSA Women's Basketball Player of Week German-native is averaging 13.2 points since becoming a starter By Chris Wells Special ColumbiaMagazine.com story Lindsey Wilson College freshman center Viktoria Krell has been named Mid-South Conference Womens Basketball Player of the Week for the week ending January 13, 2008, according to the conference. The MSC award is Krells first conference player of the week award this season and the first of her career. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2008-01-16 09:30:11 | Comments | Printable version
David Butler is Marina Association Member of the Year for 2007 David L. Butler has named Member of the Year by the Kentucky & Tennessee Marina Association 2007. The award was present at the group's recent annual meeting at the Holiday Inn University Plaza Hotel and Conference by Terry Brown, owner of Emerald Isle Marina and Resort on Green River Lake. Butler has owned Holmes Bend Marina & Resort on Green River Lake for over 20 years and has been a champion of the fast-growing Adair County tourist industry. Top leaders in promoting tourism as a component of the Adair County economy, including Sue Stivers, CJE Ann Melton, and Mayor Pat Bell all took notice of the contribution David Butler has made to the tourist industry here, and congratulated him on his latest honor. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2008-01-16 09:07:57 | Comments | Printable version
Breeding AVFD receives two federal grants totaling $142,407 One grant from Homeland Security for $111.415 for protective gear; second for $30,992 for communications equipment. Judge Melton commends group's tireless efforts obtaining grants Photo, roster, link to BAVFD with story By Brandon Harvey Public Affairs officer, Breeding Area Fire Department Special ColumbiaMagazine.com story On December 14, 2007, the Breeding Area Volunteer Fire Department was selected by the Department of Homeland Security and the Federal Emergency Management Agency to receive Assistance to Firefighter Grant. The grant totaled $111,415 and will be used to purchase Personal Protection Equipment and Self Contained Breathing Apparatuses. County Judge Executive Ann Melton personally congratulated the South Adair County group: "I would like to congratulate the Breeding Area Volunteer Fire Department on receiving the FEMA Grant in the amount of $111, 415.00," she said. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2008-01-16 08:22:27 | Comments | Printable version
Kentucky's December 2007 jobless rate rises to 5.7 percent By Kim Saylor Brannock, Commonwealth News Center Special ColumbiaMagazine.com story FRANKFORT, KY (Jan. 16, 2007) Kentucky's seasonally adjusted unemployment rate increased from 5 percent in November 2007 to 5.7 percent in December 2007, according to the Office of Employment and Training (OET), an agency of the Kentucky Education Cabinet. December 2006's jobless rate was 5.4 percent. The U.S. seasonally adjusted jobless rate rose from 4.7 percent in November 2007 to 5 percent in December 2007, according to the U.S. Department of Labor. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2008-01-16 08:20:36 | Comments | Printable version
Thanks, Terry Partin, and all who proof CM articles Terry Partin sent ColumbiaMagazine.com a reminder that, in the CM Directory of Churches, two UMC listings were merged. This was corrected today, thanks to Mr. Partin's reminder. And with it, we'd like to send a big "Thank You," to Mr. Partin and the some two dozen readers who regularly help us correct errors of content, spelling, and style. We encourage others to do so, too. And thanks, again, for the courteous manner everyone has used. Thanks for all you do. -EW 2008-01-16 07:47:45 | Comments | Printable version
2008 Elections: More 51st House candidates likely Alan Reed strongly considering the race; Wid Harris, Dwayne Loy, getting encouragement to run for Democratic nomination By Ed Waggener There were no new filings for the 51st Kentucky House District race yesterday, Tuesday, January 15, 2008. Now, with less than two weeks before the January 29, 2008, deadline, the race is between declared candidates Russell Montgomery and Asa James Swan, both Republicans. Montgomery and Swan are vigorously campaigning now. Swan made the rounds at the Columbia-Adair County Chamber meeting yesterday, and spent the afternoon Downtown and at other points in Columbia, and Montgomery is seen often around the county. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2008-01-16 07:31:13 | Comments | Printable version
LWC offers classes for seniors starting January 22, 2008 Area senior citizens can take classes in Christian beliefs, U.S. history and world civilization this spring through the Senior Scholars program at Lindsey Wilson College. The select classes are free to senior citizens. There is no cost for the classes, but participants must pay for books or any other class fees. Spring classes begin on Tuesday, January 22, 2008. This is a small way for Lindsey Wilson to show its appreciation to the areas senior citizens, said Lindsey Wilson President William T. Luckey Jr. So many of our senior citizens volunteer with numerous groups, churches and civic organizations, and this program is an opportunity for them to enjoy a class and be among college students. The Senior Scholars courses offered this spring are:
2008-01-16 06:39:31 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
(ADV) Check CM Classifieds: At least once a day, every day ColumbiaMagazine.com Classifieds Free ads in many categories non-commercial advertisers in Adair County, KY + Casey, Cumberland, Green, Metcalfe, Russell and Taylor Counties, KY + plus qualifying others with Adair County connection. Complete contact information, name, phone number and e-mail required Make ColumbiaMagazine.com a part of your day, at least once a day, every day. Right now is a good time to turn useful items into cash, even if you don't have enough for a yard sale. Use the Contact/Submit button to place a classified ad on ColumbiaMagazine.com. Choose the category you want from this list: Animals, Announcements, Automotive, Business Listings, , Cards of Thanks, Employment, For Sale,Miscellaneous, Public Notices,Real Estate, including quick access to local real estate advertisers, Revivals & Church AnnouncementsWant to buy, and Yard Sales Classifieds are one of our fastest growing features. Several are added each day. Sometimes, as on January 7, 2008, just after midnight. In most cases, the ads are free. Help wanted (there's at least one great job listed there now, is a paid category). Text ads requested to be listed for over 7 days are charged, photo ads (see sample) are charged. Ads seem to work much better than text only. Ads with links are charged. Commercial ads such as business listings, are charged. We hope you'll take a quick scan of the ColumbiaMagazine.com Classifieds a part of your day, at least once a day, every day.-CM 2008-01-16 06:33:35 | Comments | Printable version
Today, Wed., Jan. 16, 2007: Drought education at LWC Spotlighting, in brief, today's EVENTS for Day 16 of 2008 (Leap Year - 350 days remaining). Advertising
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Adair County Relay for Life is 13th highest in Kentucky! Local chapter ranks high in Mid South, too; Adair County Relay is scheduled for June 13-14, 2008; Angela Dean, Steven Baker are co-chairs. Doug McCammish named technical advisor for regional technical support Watch for photos on kickoff By Ellen Zornes Adair County is honored again!! Yes, the Relay For Life (RFL) committee and team captains received wonderful news at its 2008 kickoff Tuesday evening. According to the American Cancer Society district and regional directors, of the 120 plus RFL 2007 state events, Adair County ranks 13th in Kentucky. Additionally, in the Mid-South Division that includes the states of Kentucky, Tennessee, Louisiana, Alabama, Arkansas and Mississippi, with over 500 events, Adair County is ranked 24th. The rankings are based on per capita giving. Relay For Life co-chairs, Angela Dean and Steven Baker, accepted the banners on behalf of all the participants of the 2007 Adair County Relay For Life event. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2008-01-16 05:45:12 | Comments | Printable version Birthdays and Anniversaries for January 16 Happy Anniversary, Doug and Pat Ferguson (1964) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Mark and Sharon Pickett | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Ramie and Rachel Hutchison | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Alyssa Simpson | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Bart Wesley Pelston (1978) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Brenda Hadley | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Brent Thompson | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Brie DeShae Hughes (1994) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Connie M. Youngs | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Griffitt Owen Powell (2010) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Marian Grant | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Mike Paradee (1961) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Rollins Irene Reader (2024) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Savannah Bennett-Gordon (1988) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Shawn Richard Peasley | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Timothy Wayne Franklin (2004) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Chris Ann Neat, Columbia, KY (1937-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Judy Ann Neat Hixson, Columbia, KY (1947-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Melvin Cravens, Liberty, KY (1929-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Earl Lee Coffman, Casey Co., KY (1953) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lafe Cave, Taylor County, KY (1919) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Danny Reliford, Adair County, KY (1955) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Talbert Thomas Crawford, 51, Russell County, KY (1961 | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Roy Fred Capps, Sr., Cumberland County, KY (1925) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Nannie Morine Walker York, Green Co., KY (1935) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Norma Colleen Perkins, Russell Co., KY (1930-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lynn Loftin Waldrop, Taylor County, KY (1937-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Betty Jo Sneed, Adair County, KY (1946-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Garnett (Chappie) Clark, Adair County, KY (1919-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Gleno Parnell, Adair County, KY (1931-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Margie Robertson, 96, Russell Co., KY (1919-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In memory birthday, Elaine Bennett, Columbia, KY (1952-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. James Ollie (PeeWee) Noe, Green County, KY (1945-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Lucy Coyle, 61, Campbellsville, KY (1955-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dennie Lee Cunningham, 70, Meade County, KY (1946-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Danny Mann, 66, Elk Horn, Taylor Co., KY (1951-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rev. Charles E. Harris, Sr. , Taylor County, KY (1920-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Pamela Gregory, 70, Taylor County, KY (1948-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dennie Giles Murray, 67, Knifley, Adair County, KY (1951-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Arlin J. Scott, 83, Adair Co., KY native (1939-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Barbara (Jeanie) Halsell, 89, Jamestown, KY native (1934-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Betty Tucker-Hayes, 85, Russell Co., KY native (1936-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Calvin Cowan, 92, Adair County, KY (1928-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Christine Burress Livesay, 91, Taylor Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Genette McKinney, 87, Breeding, KY (1937-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Glenn A. Coffey, 81, Russell Springs, KY (1939-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Juanita (Neadie) Louise Burns McKinney, 60, Green Co., KY (1960-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Judy Ferguson, 72, Greensburg, KY (1950-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Larry Fletcher, 61, Campbellsville, KY (1957-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lloyd Eugene (Gene) Curtis, Sr., 77, Columbia, KY (1946-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Robert Lewis Burton, 73, Adair Co., KY native (1947-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ronnie Earl (Shortie) Ray, Jr., 47, Green County, KY (1974-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sarah E. Taylor, 87, Jamestown, KY (1933-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William Robert Miller, 74, Columbia, KY (1947-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Wednesday, January 16, 2008 All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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