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Daily News for Sunday, May 25, 2008
Feedback: Wants to see Kristy Keen Purple Passion photo To ColumbiaMagazine.com: Where can we view the winning photos such as "Purple Passion Fireworks"? s/Dawn Coomer To see the photo of "Purple Passion," Click Here 2008-05-25 22:25:27 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
Feedback: Comment on Starfire Sky To ColumbiaMagazine.com When will we see a picture of Cebert and Alice's horse? If Cebert is in the picture make sure we get his best side! s/Ken Neat About story, Knifley Horse . . ., the further achievements of Cebert and Alice Sherill's horse, trained at Hot City Stables in Columbia, KY. 2008-05-25 22:01:50 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
New Extension Homemakers Club is forming in Columbia By Barbara Armitage A new Extension Homemakers Club is forming in Columbia. The organizational meeting is Monday June 23, 2008, at 5:30pmCT. The meeting will be held at the Adair County Extension Office, 409 Fairgrounds Street, Columbia. Call Pam Spires at (270) 384-5602 for more information. Future meetings will be held once each month in the evenings. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2008-05-25 21:49:49 | Comments | Printable version
Courtney Lyons, Aaron Davenport exchange vows Courtney Elizabeth Lyons and Aaron Keith Davenport were married yesterday, May 24, 2008, at Christ United Methodist Church in Bowling Green, KY. Courtney is the daughter of Doug and Patty Lyons. She is the granddaughter of Nova Corbin and the late Ray Corbin of Columbia, KY and Anna Mae Lyons and the late Stanley Lyons. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2008-05-25 19:14:29 | Comments | Printable version
Obituary: Mrs. Charlene Powell Smith, 70 Mrs. Smith was a native of Randlett, OK, and was the mother of James R. Smith, Jr., Columbia, KY COLUMBIAMAGAZINE.COM OBITUARIES Mrs. Charlene Powell Smith, age 70 of Trenton, KY, passed away 4:00 PM Friday, May 23, 2008 at Gateway Hospital in Clarksville, TN of natural causes. Services will be 2:00pmCT, Monday, May 26, 2008, at Maddux Funeral Home in Pembroke, KY, with Rev. Paul Eaves and Rev. Jamie Works officiating. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2008-05-25 15:14:42 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Knifley horse takes 2nd place at Brodhead Lions show ColumbiaMagazine.com SPORTS Starfire Sky won his second place red ribbon at the Brodhead Lions Horse show Saturday night, May 24, 2008. The proud owners are Cebert and Alice Sherrill of Knifley, KY. He was ridden by Jesse Smith, the trainer,and trained at the Hot City Stables in Columbia, KY, owned by Andy Withers & family. 2008-05-25 15:11:49 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
Obituary: David Compton, 48, dies in Prestonsburg, KY COLUMBIAMAGAZINE.COM OBITUARIES David Compton, 48, Paintsville, KY, formerly of Adair County, KY, passed away Saturday, May 24, 2008, at 4:54am at Riverview Health CarePrestonsburg, KY. The funeral service Tuesday, May 27, 2008 at 1:00pm at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home, 210 Greensburg ST., Columbia, KY, with Bro. Carlie Riggs the officiating clergy.He was born April 19, 1960, the son of the late James Rufus and Ivie Minnie Keith Compton ofAdair County. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2008-05-25 14:46:42 | Comments | Printable version
B.J. Fudge issues hypothesis on monkey presence here WERE THEY LEMURS? Rational explanation for "2 monkeys, or monkey-like animals, spotted near Conover Ln." wherein the writer notes convergences of fact of global warming with childhood memories of stories of giant circus snake seen on Bird Road in early 1900s, and of "Leaping Leaners," later, as a possibility for the presence of the two long tailed creatures seen running into the woods off East Road Eighty by Jason and 'Staff By Billy Joe Fudge I am really heartened with the restraint of the readers of Columbia Magazine. Although this article has conjured up, I am sure, "wise cracks" in the minds of many, I think that it says something about our community's adherence to the Christian Concept of treating others as one wants to be treated. I would like to make a couple of points about this "close encounter of the animal kind." Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2008-05-25 10:43:23 | Comments | Printable version
Tom Chaney: #6 Reprint: The Dark Side of (KY) History Of writers and their books. #6 A revised for this reprint of a March 27, 2005 review of Jefferson's Nephews: A Frontier Tragedy. by Jay Feldman To read Tom Chaney #159, a review of The Children of the South by Margaret Vance AndersonClick here By Tom Chaney bookstore@scrtc.com The Dark Side of History We used to be taught in Kentucky history classes that the state's name was Native American in origin and meant something close to "Dark and Bloody Ground." I am not so concerned about the linguistic accuracy of that statement as I am interested in some of the events on the dark and bloody side of our state's history and how those events have been used to help us to define or deny our past -- hence our present selves. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2008-05-25 10:15:03 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Tom Chaney: Of Writers and Their Books
Letter: Congratulations to Trisha Koenig on promotion To ColumbiaMagazine.com We would like to announce congratulations to Trisha Koenig on becoming a McDonald's shift manager. Trisha has worked at the Columbia McDonalds for over two years now. She is the daughter of Allen and Sheila Owens. We wish her continued success in her fast food industry career. Please stop by Mickey D's to have a Coke, or something and congratulate her for this accomplishment! Trisha is a 2007 graduate of Adair County high school. s/Allen Owens 2008-05-25 10:02:00 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
Pedestrian flown to Vanderbilt after being hit in roadway POLICE REPORTS Accident occurred at 2:15amCT. An unknown type vehicle, was traveling East on Fountain Run RD and struck a pedestrian, Betty Merkel, age 54, New Castle, KY, who was walking in the roadway. The pedestrian was flown from the scene to Vanderbilt Hospital in Nashville, TN, for treatment of injuries sustained in the accident. Investigation continues. Trooper Daniel Stephens of Kentucky State Post 15, Columbia, KY, investigated the incident. 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 Darron Bunch 2008-05-25 09:55:37 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Lindsey Stephens, is 2008 LWC Mtn. Laurel candidate Summer Shade, KY, co-ed one of 22 from Kentucky's colleges and universities competing in 78th festival, a event with a history second oldest to the Kentucky Derby in Commonwealth With photos By Duane Bonifer, LWC Public Affairs Director A Lindsey Wilson College student had a Memorial Day Weekend to remember. Lindsey Stephens of Summer Shade, KY, represented Lindsey Wilson at the 78th Kentucky Mountain Laurel Festival.For four days, Stephens and her escort, LWC alumnus Bruce Harris, were among a select group of college students who were local luminaries for four days in this quaint Appalachian town on the Cumberland River. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2008-05-25 05:29:07 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Lindsey Wilson University
Today, Sun. May 25, 2008: VFW Memorial Day observance 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 Results To read the story of the outcome of the Primary Election in Adair County on May 20, 2008, Click Here. To see the results by precincts or absentee voting, click on links below: Absentee totals. White Oak.Eunice-Pellyton. Little Cake. East Columbia.Ozark.S. Columbia-Ozark. Glens Fork-Melson Ridge. Gradyville-Nell. Sparksville-Breeding. Milltown. West Columbia. Cane Valley-Holmes. Knifley-Roley. North Columbia. Hurt. EVENTS: Spotlighting, in brief, today's events for Day 146 of 2008 (Leap Year - 220 days remaining). VACATION COUNTDOWN:: Adair County Schools start in just 74 days, on Friday, August 7, 2008, when students enroll.
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Top 2008 JAIS GPAs: Kayla Garrison, 4th grade; Riley Grant, 5th Daniel Franklin No. 1 Accelerated Reader with 544.6 points; top 10 AR winners listed, perfect attendance recognized at JAIS Awards Day Three photos accompany this article By Jennifer Mann Kayla Garrison and Riley Grant were recognized for having the highest Grade Point Averages at the John Adair Intermediate School Awards Day, held May 21, 2008, at the school. Riley Grant was recognized for the highest GPA in the 5th Grade, with an overall 98.42857. He is the son of Dr. Anthony and Keena Grant. Other awards presented follow: Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2008-05-25 03:48:57 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
KY issues 37 citations in 3 hour Hands across the border Cooperative effort by Kentucky, Tennessee law enforcement at state line includes 11 criminal arrests on our side of US 127 By Sgt. Rob Winsett, KSP Post 15, Columbia, KY As part of Kentucky State Police's efforts to make Kentucky roadways safe a "Hands Across The Border" traffic safety checkpoint was held on US 127 in Clinton County and neighboring Pickett County in Tennessee on May 23rd, 2008. In just three hours, the Kentucky authorities inspected approximately 430 vehicles at the checkpoint this year. There were 37 citations issued, 2 arrested for driving under the influence, 5 seat belt violations and 11 criminal arrest, which included drug charges. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2008-05-25 03:27:56 | Comments | Printable version
Pedestrian injured in backing accident on Bennett Ridge Rd POLICE REPORTS An injury accident occurred at 9:00am, Saturday, May 24, 9 miles east of Edmonton on East Bennett Ridge Rd. Ronnie Bragg, Edmonton KY, age 49, operating a 1995 Ford F150 pickup, was in the process of backing in a private drive when he struck a pedestrian, Dorothy Martin, 81, Edmonton, KY, who was walking in her yard. Neither the driver or a passenger, Hazel Bragg, 38, Edmonton, KY were injured. Both were belted. Trooper Bobby Maxwell of Kentucky State Post 15, Columbia, KY, investigated the incident. 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 Darron Bunch 2008-05-25 02:18:23 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
CM Contributor Kristy Keene tops in BetterPhoto contest Photographer Kristy A. Keene of Columbia, KY, has won Second Place for April in the prestigious photography contest sponsored by BetterPhoto, the site's founder, Jim Miotke. Kristy Keene is a frequent contributor to ColumbiaMagazine.com. More than 30000 entries were submitted to the online photography contest, which attracted contestants from around the world and featured 10 separate categories. Her stunning image, "Purple Passion Fireworks" garnered top honors after being submitted in the Details & Macro category. The contest is conducted each month. Categories include Nature and Landscapes, Animals, People, Elements of Design, Digital Darkroom, Travel and Place, Flowers, Details and Macro, Catch-All, and Monthly Theme. Judging is performed by a panel of professional photographers. 2008-05-25 02:07:20 | Comments | Printable version
Remembering Helen K. Parson: A fine Christian lady To ColumbiaMagazine.com I had Mrs. Parson for a 6th grade teacher many years ago. She was the sweetest, most pleasant and loving teacher. Always ready to help with anything you didn't understand. So patience and very soft spoken. She was a fine Christian lady. Billy Joe and his family have my most heart felt sympathy. She is in Heaven now at rest. Sinceerly, s/Sharon Moss Burton Hazel K. Parson, 90 2008-05-25 01:52:42 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback Birthdays and Anniversaries for May 25 Happy Anniversary, Bradley and Ashley Adamson (2002) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Chasity & Timmy Ballou (2013) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Craig and Felicia Lasley (May 5, 1991) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, David & Linda Kinnett (1973) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Eugene and Mildred Robinson | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Angela Dean | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Angela Ford, (1981) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Cameron Derman | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Desiray Jasper (1995) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jennie Cowan Snider (1982) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jennifer Perkins | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Julie Campbel | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Laney Grace Stotts (2003) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Madeline Hardwick (2005) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Matilda Anne Waggener (2011) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Milton Shepherd | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Patty Smith Edwards | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tina York | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Daisy Luttrell, Windsor, KY (1930-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ernestine Conner, Russell Co., KY native (1930-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Nelle Vaughn | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Greg Corbin, Columbia, KY (1963) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Beagle, Russell Co., KY (1923) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, John King Stephenson, Taylor Co., KY (1926) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Amelia Meyer, 99, Russell County, KY (1913) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bonnie Tarter, Russell County, KY (1925-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Holley Madison Claywell Guffey, Burkesville, KY (1994-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Tony Lynn Harvey, Adair County, KY (1956-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rester Higginbotham, 84, Russell Co., KY (1930-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Helen Louise (Taylor) Russell, Casey Co., KY (1927-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Oma Christine (Teenie) Lawhorn, Russell Co., KY (1925-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Carol Gregory, 75, Casey County, KY (1939-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Elbert (Pee Wee) Puyear, Taylor Co. KY (1939-2015 | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Dean Blair, 68, Pellyton, KY (1947-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Roger Lee Smith, 62, Russell County, KY (1953-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Roy Derry, Sr., Columbia, KY, (1930-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Roberta Hudson, 79, Russell Co., KY (1936-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Patty Myers Branham, 55, Cumberland County, KY (1960-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Beth Paige Herron, Taylor Co., KY (1984-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ralph Donald Decker, 84, Russell County, KY (1931-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Herman Wood (H.W.) Roach, Adair County, KY (1926-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Gerald Wade Coomer, 64, Adair Co., KY (1952-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Cecil Clay Stubbs, Taylor Co./Adair Co., KY native (1941-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James Woodard, 60, Taylor Co., KY (1956-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Arminda Fudge | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bobby C. Sneed, 84, Columbia, KY (1940-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Daniel G. Spieker, 81, Columbia, KY (1943-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Debbie Ramsey, 61, Campbellsville, KY (1960-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Earl Bradshaw, 81, Columbia, KY (1940-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jewell Wade Dotson, 71, Columbia, KY (1954-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kenneth Davis, 79, Columbia, KY (1944-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Maybelle Berry, 82, Green Co., KY (1939-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Melvin C. Branham, 77, Columbia, KY (1943-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Michael L. Foster, 74, Columbia, KY native (1950-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Nina Satalich, 88, Campbellsville, KY (1933-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Norma J. Walters, 85, Campbellsville, KY (1933-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Othel Rollin Jeffries, 92, Green Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ray M. Edrington, 80, Columbia, KY (1936-2016) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ruby Nell Crawhorn, 84, Columbia, KY (1938-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William Lee Veatch, 80, Campbellsville, KY (1940-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Sunday, May 25, 2008 All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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