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Daily News for Monday, October 27, 2008
Silent City tour starts at 5:00pmCT One of best programs of the year Be at Adair County Public Library for dramatic visit to Columbia Cemetery With unforgettable performances by Adair County re-enactors! 2008-10-27 15:27:14 | Comments | Printable version
Gov. re-appoints Sandy Sinclair-Curry to Education Professional Standards Bd. Gov. Steve Beshear has reappointed Sandy Sinclair-Curry, of Columbia, KY to the Education Professional Standards Board. Sinclair-Curry's new term ends September 18, 2012. Sinclair-Curry teaches exceptional education at Adair County High School. She represents secondary school teachers on the board. 2008-10-27 15:19:33 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
2008 Adair County tax bills will be mailed out this week The 2008 tax bills will be mailed out this week. First day of collection will be Monday November 3, 2008. Due to a new tax collection system, we will not be open on Saturdays and we will be closed daily from 12:00 -12:30pmCT. <>BR>Ralph Curry, Sheriff of Adair County 2008-10-27 14:57:44 | Comments | Printable version
Kim McCoy of Burkesville appointed to KY Aquaculture Task Force Governor Steve Beshear has appointed the following members to the Kentucky Aquaculture Task Force.
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VFW Post 6097 will hand out candy Halloween night Columbia VFW Post 6097 and Ladies Auxiliary will be handing out candy on Halloween night during the hours of 5:00-7:00pmCT at the VFW building at the fairgrounds. -JIMMY LUTTRELL, Post Commander 2008-10-27 14:17:20 | Comments | Printable version
Leila B. Jones inducted into Beta Theta Omega Chapter Leila B. Jones was inducted into the Beta Theta Omega Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa at St. Petersburg College on September 30, 2008. Jones, majoring in Veterinary Medicine, is the daughter of Mary Allender and the late Robert Allender of Columbia, KY, and is married to Mark L. Jones of Columbia. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2008-10-27 14:14:46 | Comments | Printable version
Kids on the Block at Colonel William Casey and JAIS Schedule of week of Red Ribbon Week activity below With one photo By Justine Chapman The Kids on the Block puppets performed at Col. Wm. Casey and John Adair Intermediate School on Thursday, October 23, 2008. Red the Clown was also a guest for the Red Ribbon Week kick-off. Students were entertained with scenarios specifically designed for children in elementary and intermediate grades. Up In Smoke about tobacco prevention with children and It's Only Medicine about not taking someone else's medicine/taking only medicine prescribed for you were done by the puppeteers. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2008-10-27 14:01:10 | Comments | Printable version
Feedback: Mock election at AYDC example of good, caring work Mock election at AYDC To ColumbiaMagazine.com: I think the mock elections at AYDC are a wonderful idea! Just another example of the good, caring work being done at AYDC to help the young residents there see ways they can make a positive contribution to their communities. s/George Kolbenschlag 2008-10-27 13:49:33 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
ACES SBDM Council meeting Oct. 30, 2008 Adair County Elementary School will have a special called Site Based meeting on Thursday, October 30, at 5:00pmCT. The meeting will be held in the school library and will be open to the public. -ROBBIE HARMON, Principal 2008-10-27 13:43:36 | Comments | Printable version
Adair Co. Fire Department Pancake Fry Nov. 8, 2008 Proceeds benefit the 2009 Crusade for Children The Adair Co Fire Department's annual pancake fry is Saturday November 8, 2008, starting at 6:00amCT until noon. The cost is $5.00 each for all you can eat, and all proceeds will go to the 2009 WHAS Crusade for Children. Delivery available in the city for orders just call (270) 384-3278. -DONALD HARE. 2008-10-27 13:41:00 | Comments | Printable version
2nd annual trap shoot Saturday, November 1, 2008 Benefits 2009 Crusade for Children The 2nd annual Adair Co. Fire Dept Trap shoot will be held this Saturday November 1, 2008 at The Adair Co. Sportsman's Club starting at 10:00amCT. All proceeds will go to the 2009 WHAS Crusade for Children, concessions available and prizes will be awarded for each heat. -DONALD HARE 2008-10-27 12:05:37 | Comments | Printable version
Metcalfe County Korean War veteranss honored James Acree, Ron DeVore, and Dwight England honored in Louisville, KY by Republic of Korea By Geniece Marcum, Senior Quest magazine, Edmonton, KY On July 24, 2008, James "Jim" Acree, Ron DeVore and Dwight England, three life time members of Metcalfe County VFW Post 6281 were honored and congratulated for their Distinguished Military service and bravery shown on the battlefield during the Korean War. The honors ceremony was hosted by the Kentucky Department of Veterans Affairs at the Kentucky Fair and Exposition Center in Louisville. Major General " Ret" Sueng-Woo Choi a highly decorated Republic of Korea Army official placed a distinctive commemoration medallion around the neck of each veteran. This medallion was designed and manufactured under the personal supervision of Major General Choi. Much symbolism has been designed into this medallion. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2008-10-27 12:02:46 | Comments | Printable version
Tips: Making the right decisions when purchasing fertilizer Soil fertility meeting with free meal for farmers is Thursday, Nov. 6, 2008, at Roberta C. Cranmer Dining Center, Lindsey Wilson College By Nick Roy, Adair Co. Extension Agent for Agriculture and Natural ResourcesIn response to the dramatic rise in fertilizer prices, the Adair County Cooperative Extension Service, the Adair County Cattleman's Association, and the Adair County Ag Development Council have teamed up to present a Soil Fertility Meeting on Thursday, November 6, 2008 at the Lindsey Wilson College Dining Center. A free meal will be served beginning at 6:30pm. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2008-10-27 10:29:58 | Comments | Printable version
Obama beats McCain 60-43 in mock election at AYDC By Sue McQueary Adair Youth Development Center held a mock election on Friday October 24th to give residents an opportunity to understand the voting process. In addition to all residents getting the opportunity to vote, all employees in the building were also allowed to vote. The final result of the vote was Obama 60 and McCain 43. All teachers are involved in lessons and activities that enhance understanding of the process. Gerald Hadley, social studies teacher is teaching lessons that include background information on both candidates, letting students watch the debates and discuss issues, and understanding the electoral college. In John Walker's language arts classes, the residents are writing reflection papers on the election and debates as well as the issues that are coming to the forefront in this election. Wes Irvin's math classes are working on graphs and percentages dealing with the outcome of the mock election. We would like to express our gratitude to Sheila Blair and Terry Moore for taking their time to give the residents at Adair Youth Development Center this experience. 2008-10-27 10:21:16 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
Trunk or Treat party with bonfire at Trinity UMC Trinity United Methodist Church will have a Trunk or Treat party on Friday, October 31, 2008 from 6:00pm to 8:00pmCT. After the Trunk or Treat we will have games, food and fun in the Family Life Center. We will end the night with a bon fire. The community is invited and welcome to attend. -CARMEN WALL 2008-10-27 10:05:27 | Comments | Printable version
Ribbon Cutting, Wal-Mart Supercenter, Wed., Oct. 29, 2008 Everyone is invited to attend the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony, Wednesday October 29 at 7:00amCT. Wal-Mart is glad to be a part of our community and they want to show it! Join us at the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at your newest Wal-Mart Super Center, located on Wal-Mart Drive, off KY 61 South at intersection with KY 80 West. -SUE STIVERS, Executive Director, Columbia-Adair County Chamber of Commerce 2008-10-27 09:57:44 | Comments | Printable version
Adair Band makes highest score at Regionals! Defending Kentucky Overall Grand Champion is in Semi-Finals this Saturday at Brandenburg. Marching Indians one of only four bands to receive a Distinguished Rating; two of others under directorship of Adair County High Alumni With Doyle Lloyd photographs; links Special to ColumbiaMagazine.com The Adair County High School Marching Band had the highest score at the Class AAA West Regional held at Warren East High School in Bowling Green this past Saturday, October 25, 2008. Adair County was one of only four bands to receive a distinguished rating. Two of the other bands receiving distinguished ratings were LaRue County which is directed by Adair County High School alumnus Jaime Smith, and Russell County which is directed by Adair County High School alumnus, Andy Critz. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2008-10-27 07:52:39 | Comments | Printable version
Feedback: More accolades for Chris Bennett Chapter 9, Concluding Chapter, Rivermen of the Cumberland To ColumbiaMagazine.com Chris, thnks for sharing our grand adventure. I truly enjoyed your stories. I am quite fond of the Western part of the state since my days spent with the U.S. Army at Ft. Campbell. For a while, I thought about moving to that part of the state. Kentucky has so many diverse landscapes. I think we all take this for granted.How about the Green River for your next trip?s/Roger D. Smith, DMC Just a reminder. Author Chris Bennett will be performing tonight as a re-enactor in "The Silent City" program, starting at 5:00pmCT at the Adair County Public Library. 2008-10-27 07:44:23 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
Five new classified added in last 3 hours! We don't know the reason, whether it is the economic times or the fact that CM Classifieds get lightning quick results, but there have been five new classifieds posted in the last three hours! Here's the latest, and it's worth checking out: House for sale, Burkesville, KY. $18,000.Check out all the classifieds>. If the harsh economic times or just the itch to be entrepreneurial are incentives for you to try your own business, do it on the cheap, with CM Classifieds. Submit a classified: Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2008-10-27 07:37:43 | Comments | Printable version
Jessee's Fruit Market owner notes need for repair in city sidewalk Columbia businessman says you notice little things, like need for sidewalk repair, when you are seeing the city from a motorized scooter With one photo By Linda Waggener Junior Jessee has a request for his city council -- fix a bad place in the sidewalk on Jamestown Street. The request is a result of his challenge with mobility, followed by a gift of a motorized chair from the folks at Trinity United Methdist Church. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2008-10-27 06:59:05 | Comments | Printable version
Feedback: Great job! Rivermen of the Cumberland Chapter 9, Concluding Chapter, Rivermen of the Cumberland To ColumbiaMagazine.com: I really enjoyed Chris Bennett's writing on his trip down the Cumberland. It was very interesting and educational. Great job! Maybe I will do it when I retire from Mexico.s/Bobby D. Morrison 2008-10-27 06:53:17 | Comments | Printable version
Akin-Redmon vows to be exchanged The marriage of Kim Akin to Mark Redmon will take place Saturday, November 1, 2008, at 2:00pmCT, at Bloomington Chapel Church, off Snake Creek Road in the Christine community. 2008-10-27 06:47:21 | Comments | Printable version
Silent City tour Today, October 27, 2008 at 5:00pmCT Silent City Tour is one of the truly great Adair Co. Annual Events. Highly recommended for education, entertainment, insight into Adair County History.-CM By Lee Ann Jesee, Director, AC Public Library The Adair County Public Library would like to invite everyone to the second "Silent City" Cemetery Walk to be held Today, Monday , October 27, 2008. Please be at the library by 5:00pm to join the tour. The tour will start at the library and proceed to the Nathan Gaither House where you will be greeted by Nathan and Martha Gaither. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2008-10-27 06:25:53 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local History
(ADV) Please send Yard Sales other Classified listings now Turn unwanted items into some cash CM Classifieds get the best results! They are posted throughout the day, every day, and every day, throughtout the day, CM Classifieds which were successful are deleted. Often, results come in minutes or hours. It looks like another great weekend for yard sales. Text only, non-commercial yard sales are posted at no charge on ColumbiaMagazine.com for residents of Adair, Casey, Cumberland, Green, Metcalfe, Russell and Taylor Counties. Send yours now using any of the Contact/Submit buttons. 2008-10-27 06:23:41 | Comments | Printable version
Fourth person dies as result of October 14, 2008 crash A fourth fatality is now attributed to a crash in Clinton County 13 days ago. Brenda Logan, age 44 of Albany succumbed to injuries she sustained in a traffic crash which occurred on October 14, 2008 at 8:55pm,two miles South of Albany, KY on U.S. 127. According to the Fayette County Coroners Office, Ms. Logan passed away Sunday afternoon, October 26, 2008, at the University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington, KY. Story courtesy Trooper William Gregory, is 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. Thanks also to Dispatcher Tammy S. Wheeler 2008-10-27 06:20:37 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
4th Annual Beauties and Beaus Pageant at 6:30pmCT By Julie K. McQueary The 4th annual Beauties and Beaus pageant will be Monday Oct. 27th at ACHS gym. Pageant starts at 6:30pmCT. Everyone is encouraged to come out and support all these ladies as they each hope to win a spot in the 2009 ACHS Beauties and Beaus calendar. If you don't have time to eat before there will be lots of good food there, with such things as BBQ sandwiches, hotdogs, popcorn and soft drinks. 2008-10-27 05:56:23 | Comments | Printable version
Welcome home, CPL Daniel Kermeen! To ColumbiaMagazine.com We are so thankful! Corporal Kermeen arrived at Camp LeJeune around 9:30pmCT, Sunday evening. We want to thank EVERYONE for their cards, notes and especially prayers for his safety while in Afghanistan. We are not sure when he will be in Kentucky yet. Welcome Home Daniel! s/PAM KERMEEN 2008-10-27 05:51:50 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
Today, Mon., Oct. 27, 2008: Silent City program at ACPL EVENTS: Spotlighting, in brief, today's events for Day 301 of 2008 (Leap Year -65 days remaining)
Court: Monday, October 27, 2008. One (1) Cases in Adair Circuit Court (Judge Janes Weddle). Fifty-three (53) cases in District Court (Judge Michael Loy). Click Here to check Adair Court schedule at the Kentucky Court of Justice Website. To visit Adair Circuit Clerk site, Click Here This date in history: Click Here to access facts from Wikipedia, the Free Encyclopedia about this day in history. Countdown to Super Wal-Mart opening, Holladay Place: 2 days to October 29, 2008. Countdown to November 4, 2008 General Election 8 days remaining. Ballot position, local candidates Register to vote in the office of Adair County Court Clerk Sheila Blair Mon.-Friday, 8:00am-4:00pmCT. Real Clear Politics Electoral College Outlook. Real Clear Politics Presidential Poll with Obama, McCain, Nader & Barr, Presidential Polls Obama vs. McCain only; RCP Presidential Race: Kentucky, RCP Presidential Poll, Kentucky only, RCP KY U.S. Senate: Lunsford vs. McConnell; Louisville newspaper follows Lexington, 2008 Presidential endorsement The candidates' messages:The following candidates are seeking your vote in the Tuesday, November 4, 2008, Election: Adair County School Board, District 2:
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Sports Calendars NEW! Click Read More to go links to SPORTS CALENDARS, TODAY'S BEST PHOTOS, and MUCH MORE Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2008-10-27 04:55:16 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today Birthdays and Anniversaries for October 27 Happy Anniversary, Bobby and Betty Burton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Don and Elaine Cravens | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Ada Coffey | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Darrell Karnes | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Deborah Morrow | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Devin Larimore | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Greg McQueary | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Hallie Sandusky | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Holly Jessie | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, James Smith | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jesse Perry | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Lee Ann Bottom | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Linda Byrd | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Natalie Marie Fudge | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Pam Bragg Compton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Patricia Potter | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Richard Beard | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Shirline VanArsdale (1948) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Todd Smith (1988) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday John Henry Groves Jr, Green County, KY (1955-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday Peggy JoAnn Steis, 62 (1946) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Anna Jean Rattliff Rhinehart, Campbellsville, KY (1931-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bobby Allen, Campbellsville, KY (1943-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Patricia Edna Bean, Glensfork, KY (1941-2020) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Talton Mercer, 71, Adair Co., KY (1938) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Tim Huff, Cumberland Co., KY (1980) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Penny Lawless, Russell Co., KY (1948) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Joel Gustin Franzen, Burkesville, KY (1959) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Marguerite Macie Douglas, Casey Co., KY (1919-2011) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, McClelland Tarter, Jr., Adair Co., KY (1923) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Cindy Lou Brown, Russell Co., KY (1971) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Genettia Loy, Adair County, KY (1934) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Audeen Fox, Russell Co., KY (1936) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, G.T. (Tom) Rice, Adair County, KY (1914) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Barbara Ann Yates Greer, Lincoln Co., KY (1948-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dorothy Davis Finn, Cumberland Co., KY native (1927-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James DeWayne (Garfield) Pelly, 42, (1972-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Annie Mae Hendrickson Turner, 89, Taylor County, KY (1925-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In memory birthday, James Leon Tweedy Adair Co. (1940-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Robert Nicholas (Nick) Autrey, Russell Co., KY(1977-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Stanley Sallee, 82, Taylor Co., KY, (1932-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Barbara Jean Cash Compton, Edmonton, Metcalfe Co., KY (1949-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Robert (Rico) Burbridge, 68, Burkesville, KY (1947-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bro. Bobby Lee Burden, 75, Centertown, KY (1942-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, George Gaither Atkinson, Taylor County, KY (1939) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Stella Sims McClure, 81, Russell County, KY (1936-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Robert Lee Gilbert, 48, Glens Fork, KY (1970-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jerlene Hall, Adair Co., KY (1952) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, David Ricky Edmonds, Summersville, KY (1954-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Donna June Turner, 39, Edmonton, KY (1982-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Evelyn Edwards, 90, Liberty, KY (1931-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Joyce Hawkins Back, 63, Campbellsville, KY (1958-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Niles H. Lawlor, 66, Metcalfe Co., KY (1948-2015) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Stewart Estes, 72, Columbia, KY (1950-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Thomas O. Matthews, 89, Campbellsville, KY (1931-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Monday, October 27, 2008 All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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