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Eight Adair Countians receive degrees at Campbellsville U

CU confers degrees on Adair Countians Rachel Bardin, Chris Goodson, Cora Hancock, Veronica Kramer, Jamie McQueary, Bruce Short III, David South, Clara Tangarife
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By Ed Waggener

Eight Adair Countians received degrees in graduation ceremonies at Campbellsville University this weekend.

Campbellsville University President Michael V. Carter conferred Masters Degrees on six Adair Countians at Commencement exercises Friday night, May 9, 2008, and on two from Adair County who received Bachelor's degrees on Saturday, May 10, 2008.

Veronica S. Kramer, Glens Fork received the Ruby Curry English Award and graduated Magna Cum Laude.


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Dr. Michael V. Carter, General James T. Conway at CU



2008-05-10 - Campbellsville, KY .
PRESIDENT MICHAEL V. CARTER with GENERAL JAMES T. CONWAY Commandant of the United States Marine Corps at Campbellsville University's graduation ceremonies in Campbellsville, KY, Saturday, May 10, 2008. General Conway gave the commencement address. He is the highest ranking Marine and as such is a member of the United States Armed Forces Chiefs of Staff.Campbellsville University photo

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KSP Det. Burton arrests Pulaski man on rape, sodomy charges

POLICE REPORTS

At 6:15amCT, Saturday, May 10, 2008, Kentucky State Police Detective B. J. Burton arrested 22 old Gregory D. Williams of Somerset, KY.

Williams was arrested in the limits of Russell Springs, KY, and charged with rape 3rd degree and sodomy 3rd degree.

Williams was arrested in connection with the rape and sodomy of a fourteen year old juvenile.

He was lodged in the Russell County Jail., in Jamestown, KY. The investigation continues.
Story courtesy Trooper Dwaine Barnett, Public Affairs Officer, Kentucky State Police Post 15, 1118 Jamestown ST, (at Exit 49, Louie B. Nunn Parkway), Columbia, KY. Kentucky State Police Post 15, Columbia, KY, covers the 11 counties of Adair, Casey, Clinton, Cumberland, Green, Marion, Metcalfe, Monroe, Russell, Taylor and Washington. For more on Kentucky State Police Post 15, Columbia, KY, Click Here Thanks also to Dispatcher Derek S. Coffey


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Commandant of the US Marine Corps speaks to 323 CU graduates

General James T. Conway is the highest ranking United States Marine and is a member of the United States Joint Chiefs of Staff; See related story, 8 Adair Countians receive degrees

By Joan C. McKinney, director of university communications

General James T. Conway, commandant of the United States Marine Corps, urged Campbellsville University's graduates to expect the unexpected, be bold and daring and to take care of others before self as he spoke to the 212 students receiving undergraduate degrees during commencement May 10 on Houchens Insurance Group (HIG) Field at Finley Stadium.

A total of 323 students received academic degrees upon completion of all graduation requirements during two commencement ceremonies Friday, May 9 and Saturday, May 10, 2008. There were 111 master's degrees conferred May 9, and 212 undergraduate degrees conferred May 10, 2008.


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Adair Garden Club need volunteers, in-kind help, a little cash

Volunteers' "growing hearts" can make a big difference. Call (270) 250-2979 to offer aid. Demands for Garden Club projects is heavy; club is booked up for two weeks getting downtown Columbia ready for 2008 Summer Tourist Season

The Adair County Garden Club needs volunteers and help in beautification projects which will kick into high gear on Wednesday, May 14, 2008 when they tackle renovation of flower beds in downtown Columbia, KY.


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Birthday party for Eula Goetz Sat. afternoon, May 10, 2008

CELEBRATIONS

By Allen Owens

On May 8, 2008, Eula Goetz celebrated her 60th birthday. There will be a small celebration this afternoon, Saturday, May 10, 2008, at her Pinewood address in Columbia. All are invited. Eula was formerly known as Eula Burris.

Also on May 8, 2008, Sheila Owens celebrated her birthday. She is 26 again!

Thank-you for recognizing these two wonderful ladies, and Happy Mother's Day to all of the spectacular women in our community!


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Gas Price Drumbeat: Got gas for $3.38 in Tennessee

To ColumbiaMagazine.com

I was traveling through Cookeville, Tennessee yesterday, and noticed that gas was $3.38 at the Wal-Mart on TN 111. I also fill up when I am not in Columbia as a penny saved is a penny earned, and those pennies add up in these difficult, economic times.

s/Allen Owens


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Today, Sat. May 10, 2008: Car show on Square at 4:00pm

Click Here To see the new look, new location for CELEBRATIONS: Birthdays, Anniversaries

Scroll to end of this feature for Today's Picture Album with stand alone (no story) photos. Additions throughout the day! -CM

Primary Election 2008 Countdown:
10 Days until the May 20, 2008, Primary Election.
For list of Adair County precinct locations, officers, Click Here
Registration books are closed until May 27, 2008
To see a chart of the precinct by precinct registration in Adair County for May 20, 2008, Click Here
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Road Eighty Bridge closed for 223 Days today, May 10, 2008

EVENTS: Spotlighting, in brief, today's events for Day 131 of 2008 (Leap Year - 235 days remaining).
  • Today: Absentee voting machine open 8:00am-NOONCT, County Clerk Sheila Blair's office, Adair Annex
  • Today: Columbia Post Office, carriers Stamp out Hunger Food Drive
  • 7:00am to 12:00noonCT: Casting for Cody Yard Sale
  • 7:00-9:30amET/6:00am8:30amCTSalato Wildlife Center offers chance to learn bird songs
  • 4:00pmCT: Bean Supper and Benefit Auction: Casting for Cody
  • 4:00pmCT: Green River Kruzers on the Square, Downtown Columbia
  • 6:30pmCT: Revival at Beech Grove Separate Baptist Church
  • 5:00pmCT: Purdy SBC Relay team singing, silent auction, supper
  • 7:00pmCT: Dream Depot variety show
  • Reminder: Send mail from home to Adair Countians who are deployed to war zones in Iraq and Afghanistan. How to and list
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City of Columbia RoL will have parking lot cookout

BENEFITS and FUNDRAISERS

The City of Columbia Relay for Life will have a parking lot cookout on Friday, May 16, 2008, in the Municipal Parking Lot. The meal will include a choice of hamburger or cheeseburger, chips, drink and dessert for $5.00. Call ahead for orders to be ready, (270) 384-2501. -RHONDA LOY


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Library board meeting one week later on May 19, 2008

EVENTS

The regular scheduled Board meeting for the library has been changed from May 12th to May 19th. -LEE ANN JESSEE


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Old Conover School Reunion Saturday, May 24, 2008

REUNIONS

There will be a school reunion at the Old Conover School on Freedom Church Road Adair County, on Saturday May 24, 2008.

All former students, teachers, friends, and there families are invited to attend. Please bring enough food and beverage for your group. Lunch will begin at noon. For more information call (270) 384-4108. -LOIS WHITE


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Birthdays and Anniversaries for May 10
Happy Anniversary, Fred & Myrtle Dickson (1947) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Paula and Jeffrey Pyles (1997) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Alexis Jade Gaskins (2008) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Becky Janes | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Brody Wayne Tucker (2009) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Candace "Nix" Prado | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Cody Landon Yates (1996) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Craig Sandusky | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Derrick Redmon (1990) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Geneva Curry | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Gracin Adamson | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Harold Bruce "Hal" Willis (1998) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jelissia Nevaeh Jones-Brown (2009) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jennifer Wright Carter | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Julie Rochelle Burton (1979) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Laura Brummett (1979) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Laurie Gerber | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Linda Marie Roberts | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Melissa Dial Gullion (1973) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Nancy McKinney | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Rebecca Janes | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Scottie Weston | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, John T. (Jack) Shively , Taylor Co., KY (1938-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Elizabeth (Liz) Camp, Jamestown, KY (1951-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Phyllis Bryson, 52, Adair Co., KY (1957) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mary H. Cox, Taylor Co., KY (1942) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lula Ester Meeks Casey Co., KY (1934) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Stephen Matthew Hopper, Russell Co., KY (1981) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, David S. Burris, Gradyville, Adair Co., KY (1960) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Faye Smith Hopper, Russell Co., KY (1923) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Daisy B. Holton, Hustonville, KY (1925) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Kyle Mosby, Cumberland Co., KY (1951) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Elizabeth Walker, infant (2012-2012) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, David Hovious, Adair County, KY (1957) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Darlene Oakes Clayton Ashford, Russell Co., KY (1926-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mickey Ardary, Adair County, KY (1954-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Patricia Wethington Woodard, Casey Co., KY (1966-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, William Aldus (W.A.) Brockman, 89, Casey Creek, KY (1925-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, John H. Gadberry, 86, Casey Co., KY (1929-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Josephine Brown Romines, Metcalfe County, KY(1942-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Vina Jewell Radford Davis, 83, Burkesville, KY (1933-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Diane George, 65, Russell County, KY (1951-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Nell Young Mayes, 85, Metcalfe County, KY (1931-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Mary Hazel Davenport Cross, Green Co., KY (1931-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Nancy Baldock Overton, 79, Taylor Co., KY (1937-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Herlon Bradshaw, 77, Jamestown, KY (1940-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jimmy (Beaver) Burress, 64, Taylor Co., KY (1953-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Barbara Pauline (Rhinehart) Capps, Metcalfe Co., KY (1950-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Clayton Nickoles Folden, 67, Adair County, KY/Barren Co. native (1951-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Brittany Crockett, 27, Columbia, KY (1994-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Cynthia Jane Rowe, Adair County, KY (1937-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, David Mark Perry, 59, Green Co., KY (1962-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Donna E. Buis, 70, Liberty, KY (1952-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Geneva Campbell Nimphie (1941-2007) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jennifer Kaye Benningfield, 35, Campbellsville, KY (1987-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Kenneth Lloyd Thrasher, 88, Burkesville, KY native (1933-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Larna Griffen, Rusell County, KY (1942-2016) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lula Tucker Bryant (1893-1976) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lydia Suarez, 73, New Port Richey, FL/formerly of Columbia, KY (1945-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mike 'The Door Man' Clark, Taylor County, KY (1955-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Norma Jean (Sissy) Franklin, 85, Campbellsville, KY (1935-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Peggy Ann Coomer, 72, Adair Co., KY native (1950-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Priscilla Alexander, Cumberland County native (1942-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Raymond (Bill) Coffman, Liberty, KY (1950-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, William (Bill) Morrison, 83, Campbellsville, KY (1937-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, William Calvin Hobbs, Jr., 71, Columbia, KY (1950-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)

Events scheduled for Saturday, May 10, 2008
All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
NoonCTCasting for Cody Yard Sale
Casting for Cody Yard Sale At Wheet Fellowship Hall, Columbia Church of the Nazarene, Jamestown ST, Columbia, KY. Saturday, May 10, 2008 from 7:00am to 12:00noonCT. Contact Therese Bethel at (270) 634-0924. Read CODY'S STORY | (ID:1644, Comment)
Bean Supper and Benefit Auction: Casting for Cody
Bean Supper and Benefit Auction Saturday May 10, 2008, beginning at 4:00pmCT, at Wheet Fellowship Hall, Columbia Church of the Nazarene, Jamestown ST, Columbia, KY.Contact Jennifer Brock at (270) 384-1843 or (270) 634-3101. Information about the Bean Supper contact Jane Sapp at (270) 384-4549. CODY'S STORY | (ID:1645, Comment)
Green River Kruzers on the Square Saturday, May 10, 2008
The Green River Kruzers Relay For Life Cruise-in will be held Saturday, May 10, beginning at 4:00pmCT on the square in Columbia. The Kruzers will sponsor a 50/50 Split the Pot with half the money going to Relay For Life. Live entertainment will also be provided. Other Relay Teams have been invited to participate. The evening will provide lots of fun and entertainment for the whole family. | (ID:1657, Comment)
Revival at Beech Grove SBC
A revival will start Thursday May 8, 2008 through Sunday May 11, 2008, at 6:30pmCT, at Beech Grove Separate Baptist Church, Highway 900 Road (2 miles down on left), Glens Fork, KY. Brother Stanley Watson will be preaching. Gospel Music every evening by different groups. Wont you come, we would love to see you there. -MICHELE COOMER | (ID:1691, Comment)
Grillin' and Singing' at Purdy
The Purdy Separate Baptist Church Relay for Life Team is having a Grillin' and Singin' Saturday May 10th at 5:00 pm. Hamburgers will be grilled plus chips, drinks, and desserts. Singing will be the group "Driven." A silent auction will also be held and one item sure to attract a crowd is UK Wildcat Corn Toss Board. The church is located 8 miles up HWY 206 just past the old Shepherd Grade Center. For more info call Pastor Jamie Bryant 384-5217. Everyone Welcome. -KIM DOWNS | (ID:1721, Comment)
Salato Wildlife Center offers chance to learn bird songs
Identifying Birds by Their Songs Nature Walk Set for May 10 at Salato Wildlife Education Center. Early bird walk from 7:00-9:30amET/6:00am8:30amCT, Saturday, May 10. The cost is $10 with registration and pre-payment required. For more information, call 1-800-858-1549, ext. 331. Learn more about upcoming events at the Salato Center on the Internet at fw.ky.gov. The Salato Center, operated by Kentucky Fish and Wildlife, is located at the department's headquarters on U.S. 60 in Frankfort, 1.5 miles west of U.S. 127. Hours of operation are 8:00amCT/9:00ET to 4:00pmCT/5:00pmET. Tuesdays through Fridays and 9:00amCT/10:00amET to 4:00pmCT/5:00pmET Saturdays. The Center is closed Sundays, Mondays and state holidays. | (ID:1788, Comment)
National Association of Letter Carriers Stamp out Hunger Food Drive
Leave a sturdy bag of non-perishable canned foods in your mail box before pick-up this morning to help your Adair County mail carrier in collection of foods for the Adair County Food Bank. -RANDALL MURRELL, Postmaster, Columbia, KY. | (ID:1793, Comment)
Birth announcemnt: Mackenzie Hinkle would like to announce the birth of her cousin, Alexis Jade Gaskins. Alexis was born at Lake Cumerland Hospital in Somerset, KYm, on May 10, 2008. She weighed 8 lbs. 6oz. Her proud parents are Jonathan and Jessica Gaskins of the Millerfield community, Adair Co., KY. | (ID:2080, Comment)
4:00pmCTGreen River Kruzers Cruise In on the Square, Columbia, KY
Owners of Street rods, muscle cars, trucks, classic car or motorcycle are invited to attend the monthly Cruise-In with the Green River Kruzers. Cruise Ins every second Saturday May-August 2008, starting at 4:00pmCT. The event is free to participants, free to spectators. For more information, call Jimmy Turner at (270) 384-2761 or Ernie Rogers at (250) 1162. | (ID:1795, Comment)
7:00pmCTDream Depot variety show is Saturday, May 10, 2008
The Dream Depot will be doing a variety show this Saturday night May 10, 2008, at 7:00pmCT. It has been a while since we've done a variety show. We are really looking forward to it. It''s one of our favorite shows to do as well as a crowd pleaser! Get your reservations in early come on out and enjoy the fun! The Dream Depot, 201 Jamestown ST. (entrance on Reed Street), Columbia, KYY. Call (270) 634-2894 or (270) 250-4064. -ELAINE BENNETT | (ID:1808, Comment)

 































 
 
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