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Daily News for
Friday, June 11, 2010
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Mayor Pat Bell will speak to the Rotary

Columbia Mayor Pat Bell will present the Monday, June 14, 2010 program at the Columbia Rotary Club. Mayor Bell with meet with Rotarians and guests at 5:30pmCT at the Lindsey Wilson Cranmer Dining Center, 430 Helen Flatt DR, Columbia, KY. Guests are welcome to come hear our Mayor and learn about Rotary's many community service and fellowship activities.

2010-06-11 19:40:08 | Comments | Printable version

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Adair Co. KY in FPS World Competition:
Rebecca Montgomery carries KY State flag



2010-06-11 - Photo by Teresa Bright. University of Wisconsin-LaCrosse
Rebecca Montgomery displays the Kentucky flag that she proudly carried in the opening ceremony of the Future Problem Solving International Competition being held in La Crosse, Wisconsin. Rebecca is wearing a costume which represents the history of Kentucky's frontier. -Teresa Bright
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Burton, Key and Smith named NAIA Golf All-Americans

Krista Burton named All-American Women's Golfer for fourth year in a row. She and Jessica on All-American First Team. Chelsey Key, a junior, earns second team honors.

By Chris Wells

News from Lindsey Wilson College Sports Information

COLUMBIA, KY - The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) announced the 2010 Women's Golf All-America teams on Friday and three Lindsey Wilson College student-athletes were honored.

Seniors Krista Burton and Jessica Smith earned first-team honors, while junior Chelsey Key was an honorable-mention selection.

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2010-06-11 16:05:04 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports

Obituary: Artie Elmer Bragg, 89, Adair County, KY

She was a member of a large, respected Adair-Metcalfe County area family. She was a member of the Prices Creek Missionary Baptist Church. She was the widow of the late Willie Jackson Bragg; their union had endured 65 years until his death in 2006

Artie Elmer Bragg, 89, of the Prices Creek Community of Adair Co., KY died Thursday, June 10, 2010, at TJ Samson Community Hospital in Glasgow, KY.

The funeral service will be Sunday, June 13, 2010, at 1pmCT, at Prices Creek Missionary Baptist Church, 1636 Price's Creek RD with Bro. Danny Wayne Sexton and Bro. Danny Dickson officiating. Burial will be in the Bragg Family Cemetery, 100 Bragg Cemetery RD in Western Adair Co, KY. Visitation will be after 2pmCT, Saturday, June 12, 2010, at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home, 200 Campbellsville ST, Columbia, KY.

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2010-06-11 12:53:49 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Tractor accident takes life of Springfield farmer

Towing another tractor uphill ends in tragedy. Driver pronounced dead at the scene by Washington Co., Coroner

By TFC Billy Gregory, Public Affairs Officer
Kentucky State Police Post 15, Columbia, KY

On Thursday, June 10, 2010, at approximately 4pm, KY State Police and Washington County EMS and Rescue responded to a farm accident that resulted in the death of one individual.

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2010-06-11 12:15:27 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports

ACHS Cheerleader Boosters meet June 14, 2010

Adair County High School Cheerleader Boosters will have a meeting Monday night, June 14, 2010, at 6pmCT, in the ACHS cafeteria, 526 Indian DR, Columbia, KY. All parents need to attend this very important meeting. -Julie K. McQueary

2010-06-11 11:45:33 | Comments | Printable version

Yellow Ribbon Rally at CCC to help send Bibles for Soldiers

The Columbia Christian Church is hosting a Yellow Ribbon Rally at 10amCT, Sunday, June 13, 2010,at the church on 206 Campbellsville ST, KY.

Dr. Cecil Todd of Revival Fires Ministries in Branson, MO will be the guest speaker. This event is to honor all our veterans and their families and to raise support to purchase Bibles for our troops in Afghanistan. Dr. Todd's message is entitled "Wake Up, America- Land That I Love" All veterans and active military will be recognized and honored.

A love offering will be received that will go to purchase Bibles to be air-lifted to Afghanistan. Terry L. White, pastor, Columbia Christian Church

2010-06-11 11:13:05 | Comments | Printable version

Diamondbacks to sign CU catcher Richie Rowland and brother

Campbellsville University junior Richie Rowland and his brother, Robby, will report to Missoula Ospreys on Tuesday for the rookie league
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By Chris Megginson
News from Campbellsville Sports Information

Growing up as his younger brother's catcher in their back yard, Campbellsville University junior Richie Rowland and his brother Robby dreamed of playing in the pros like their dad. The two will now make that a reality when they sign contracts with the Arizona Diamondbacks this weekend and report together to the Missoula (Mont.) Ospreys on Tuesday for rookie league.

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2010-06-11 09:20:50 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports

Stop smoking class starts July 6, 2010 at Adair Health Dept.

The next smoking cessation class will begin Tuesday July 6, 2010, at 4:30pmCT. Classes will be held at the Adair County Health Department located at 801 Westlake DR, Columbia, KY. The class is free and will meet each Tuesday for 12 weeks. Nicotine Replacement Therapy is encouraged and may be provided at a discount price. Registration is required, call (270) 384-2286. Extension 221. Jelaine Harlow, Adair County Health Department

2010-06-11 09:11:59 | Comments | Printable version

Rep. Carney funds scholarship which funds two at LWC

Scholarship is in honor of Don and June Carney
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By Duane Bonifer
News from Lindsey Wilson College

COLUMBIA, KY - The cost of college will be a little lighter for two incoming Lindsey Wilson College freshmen because of the generosity of State Rep. John "Bam" Carney.

Erica Cowan of Campbellsville, KY, and Dustin Graves of Columbia, KY, received the Don and June Carney Opportunity Scholarship on Thursday from Carney.

Cowan is the daughter of Donny and Phillis Cowan, and she is a graduate of Taylor County High School; Graves is the son of Eric and Tammy Graves, and he is a graduate of Adair County High School.

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2010-06-11 08:26:29 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Lindsey Wilson University

Blueberries have arrived at the Farmer's Market

Myra Harrison reports at 6:20amCT that the variety of vegetables, fruits, plants and vegetables is bigger this morning, Friday, June 11, 2010, at the Adair Farmers' Market, located in the Extension Office Parking Lot, 409 Fairground ST, Columbia, KY, open 6am-10amCT, this Friday.

There are fat, rain plumped just picked Adair County grown blueberries, rhubarb for pies, a variety of herb plants, and in a little while, she says, Caitlyn Bunnell will arrive with homemade wheat and white bread.

There are four vendors today. Here are some of the items each has:
  • J & J Produce: White turnips. Greens. Zucchini. Onions. Red New Potatoes. White New Potatoes. Yellow Squash
  • Myra Harrison: Sugar Snap Peas. Beets. Mustard Greens. Kale. Several different Lettuces. Tomato Plants. And Herb Plants: Oregano, Sage, Lemon Balm, Chives, and Parsley.
  • Margie Rooks: Cabbage. Onions. Red Potatoes. Rhubarb. Zucchini. Beets
  • Darrell Bunnell: Blueberries. Lots of Flower Plants. And, his daughter Caitlyn is expected anytime with Homemade White and Homemade Wheat Bread.
Myra Harrison said that the buyers have been wonderful this year. "We really appreciate all the support we're getting. We've got an excellent selection this morning and one more vendor. The produce is really good, and everyone is having a good time," but added, "gardens are a little later coming in this year, so we expect to have even more growers and more variety each of the next sales days."

2010-06-11 06:39:57 | Comments | Printable version

Tornado touchdown in Adair County confirmed

Twister touched down on the William Feese place. Destroys barn, uproots trees. Adair County Fire Department, SAR on standby as tornado reports came in

By Dan Wilson, WAVE Radio

National Weather Service Warning Coordination Meteorologist Joe Sullivan and WAVE Radio's Weather Expert Daniel Wilson surveyed damage and confirmed an EF-0 tornado touchdown in Adair County on Wednesday evening, June 9, just before 6:30pmCT.

The tornado with wind speeds just over 80 MPH, briefly touched down on Highway 61 at the home of William Feese.

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2010-06-11 06:00:37 | Comments | Printable version

Special News, Ads, for Friday, June 11, 2010

Adair Co. Farmers Market open TODAY, Friday, June 11, 2010
and Tuesdays, Fridays, 6am-10amCT during the garden season

The Adair County Farmer's Market is open for the season every Tuesday and Friday, 6am-10amCT, at the Adair County Extension Service parking lot at 409 Fairground Street in Columbia, KY. All produce sold at the market is locally produced by Adair County Farmers. For more information about the Farmer's Market contact the Adair County Extension Office at (270) 384-2317. -Nick Roy
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2010-06-11 05:39:52 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today


Birthdays and Anniversaries for June 11
Happy Anniversary, Billy and Tammy Sexton (1980) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, James and Alice Turner (1988) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Lloyd and Josephine Wilson (1955) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Audrie Ezra Hamilton (2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Beverly Akin Redmon | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Billy Andrew, Jr. | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Bryleigh Addison Wheet (2008) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Connie DeVore | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Kaitlyn Harvey | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Kaitlynn Faith George (2008) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Kimberly Kean (1980) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Mitchell Corbin (1961) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Terry Hadley | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Wayne "Goose" Burton | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday Cosby (Dick) Jeffries, Taylor Co., KY (1933) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Marvelle J. Beard, Campbellsville, KY (1939-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Patsy Clark, 61, Taylor Co. KY | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mr. Daniel Bruce Patterson, Green Co., KY (1958) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mildred Jean Coffey Burton, Adair Co., KY (1944) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, John "Johnny" McFarland, Adair County, KY (1951) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory birthday, Alfred David Ford, Green County, KY (1945 | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Janice Carol Allinson, Adair Co., KY (1944) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Aileen Bernice Salsman, Taylor Co., KY (1931-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mary P. Cooper, 99, Russell County, KY (1914-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, William Ralph Burgess, Russell County, KY (1925-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Orvis Turner, 79, Adair County, KY, (1935-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Richard Keltner, Adair County, KY (1928-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mary Huff, 70, Columbia, KY (1944-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Beulah Arnold, 101, Adair Co., KY native (1914-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Richard Barnett, Taylor County, KY (1929-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Hobert E (Hobe) Wilson, 93, Russell Co., KY (1922-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Charlotte Chaney, 67 Casey County, KY (1948-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Linda Gaskins, Russell County, KY (1941-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Pamela Hurt Foust, 78, Adair Co., KY (1937-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, James (Buddy) Johnson, Taylor Co., KY (1954-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mr. Wendell Johnson, Taylor County, KY (1938-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Judy Ann Stephens, 58, Edmonton, KY (1959-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Tony Wade Meadows, 58, Green County, KY (1959-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Anna Lee Wise Johns, 84, Campbellsville, KY (1937-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Audrey Lee Chelf Waggener (June 11, 1903 - March 2, 1984) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Billy Dean Andrew, Jr., 65, Glensfork, KY (1959-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Donald G. Smith, 82, Jamestown, KY (1938-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Everrett Randall Penick, 82, Taylor Co., KY native (1938-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, George 'Butch' Coleman, 74, Casey County, KY (1944-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, James Justice, 68, Russell County, KY (1951-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, James Robert Compton (1905) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, John Earl Harper, Sr., 77, Edmonton, KY (1943-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Leo Earls, 77, Jamestown, KY (1943-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Sylvia Sue Collings, 74, Green Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Paulette Landis Beard Sprowles, Green Co., KY (1948-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Reverend Gerald Wayne Reliford, 76, Columbia, KY (1947-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Steven E. Mason, 56, Campbellsville, KY (1965-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, William Ralph Warriner, 82, Russell County, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday,Miss Lucille Kirtley, Taylor Co., KY (1932-2015 | (Updates/Corrections)

Events scheduled for Friday, June 11, 2010
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6:00amCTAdair Co. Farmers Market open Tuesdays, Fridays at 6amCT
DETAILS. See CM Classifieds, Lawn & Garden
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8:00amCTAdair County Judicial Center: Court for today
There are no (0) court case(s) scheduled before Judge James G. Weddle in Adair Circuit Court today. There are No (0) case(s) scheduled before Judge Mike Loy in Adair District Court. Adair Co. Judicial Center is located at 201 Campbellsville ST, Columbia, KY. To check latest updates and future schedule, click on Kentucky Court of Justice/Adair Co., KY
 | (ID:8792, Comment)
Adair County Public Library Bookmobile is in the Gradyville area today. | (ID:8794, Comment)
FEMA Disaster Assistance Team at Adair Annex, 424 Public Square 8am-7pm | (ID:8795, Comment)
9:00amCTAuditions at Chamber Building, Columbia, KY, for feature film to be made in Adair Co., KY
NOTE NEW VENUE
Local auditions for the feature film Where I Begin (formerly titled Awkward But Beautiful) will be held on Friday, June 11, 2010 from 9-5pmCT, at the Chamber of Commerce Building, 201 Burkesville ST, Columbia, KY, with parking in the big City of Columbia Parking lot (bicycle rack available) on Fortune ST. A meeting about the filming will take place directly after the auditions from 5pm-7pmCT. Contact me at:tstreetfilms@gmail.com
(270) 380-1927 If you are interested in coming to the meeting about the filming, then you do not have to call or e-mail, but just show up at 5pmCT, Friday, June 11, 2010. But if anyone has any questions, comments or concerns, do not hesitate to call and or e-mail me. Thomas L. Phillips, filmmaker, Columbia, KY, | (ID:8517, Comment)
11:30amCTAdair Board of Education central office closes at 11:30amCT today
This is official notification that the Adair County Board of Education Central Office will be closing at 11:30amCT on Fridays beginning June 4th through July 30th, 2010. Thank you! -Becky Bailey Adair County Board of Education, 1204 Greensburg ST, Columbia, KY | (ID:8670, Comment)
NoonCTFuneral services in Liberty, KY, for Nina Frances Overstreet, 73, Casey Co., KY | (ID:8790, Comment)
1:00pmCTFuneral service in Burkesville for Otha Hurt, 86, Cumberland Co., KY | (ID:8779, Comment)
2:00pmCTFuneral services at Pleasant ValleyCumberland Presbyterian Church
for Leo Albert (June) Roberts, 86, Metcalfe Co., KY | (ID:8773, Comment)
5:00pmCTACHS Baseball Banquet at Roadside Park, 2310 Hwy 55 RD S, 5-7pmCT | (ID:8684, Comment)
Campbellsville University/Louisville Center commencement
Dr. Britt Brockman, nationally recognized eye surgeon, will be the guest speaker for the Campbellsville University-Louisville Center (CU-Louisville) celebration for the 45 graduates of the Louisville location this academic year. The ceremony will be at 6pmET/5pmCT, Friday, June 11, 2010, at the Louisville Center at 2300 Greene Way, Louisville, KY. A reception and dinner begins at 6 p.m. with the presentation at 7pmET/6pmCT, according to Dr. Keith Spears, vice president for regional and professional education. -Joan C. McKinney | (ID:8734, Comment)
6:00pmCTMt. Carmel UMC Vacation Bible School June 7-11, 2010
Mt. Carmel United Methodist Church, 682 Mt. Carmel RD, Columbia, KY will be having Vacation Bible School: "Hero Headquarters- Where Kids Join Forces with God." from 6-8pmCT each evening, Monday, June 7, 2010, through Friday, June 11, 2010. Closing activities will be Saturday, June 12, 2010, from 9am-12 noon CT. - Jeana Pike | (ID:8694, Comment)
6:30pmCTVBS at New Hope Separate Baptist, June 7-11, 2010
"Hero Headquarters" Vacation Bible School will be held Monday, June 7, through Friday June 11, 2010 from 6:30pm to 8:30pmCT nightly, at New Hope Separate Baptist Church, 10176 Liberty RD, (KY 206), Columbia, KY. There will be classes for everyone. Snacks will be served nightly with a cookout on Friday night. Everyone is invited to attend. Brother David Coffey is the Pastor. For more info call 634-0195. -Rita Neat | (ID:8739, Comment)

  

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