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Daily News for Wednesday, March 28, 2012
Red Writers workshop for aspiring writers in Edmonton, KY Instruction will be offered for work in non-fiction, poetry, and songwriting, with Gary Barker, Darlene Franklin-Campbell, and Andy and Tony Tanero By Darlene Campbell The Edmonton Red Writers in association with the Metcalfe County Public Library, 200 S. Main Street, Edmonton, KY, will host a writers workshop on Saturday, April 14, 2012 from 10am-2 pmCT. The workshop will have three sessions with short breaks for refreshments between each session.
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Agenda, City Council Meeting, April 2, 2012 The City Council of Columbia, KY will hold its regular scheduled meeting on Monday, April 2, 2012, at 6pmCT in City Hall, 116 Campbellsville Street, Columbia, KY. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2012-03-28 17:47:57 | Comments | Printable version
Jacob Cook named NCCAA Athlete of the Week Jacob Cook played his high school ball at Monte Vista High School and Branham High School. He spent two years at Mission Community College in San Jose, California, before transferring to Campbellsville University Click on headline for full story and photo(s) News from Campbellsville University GREENVILLE, SC - Campbellsville University senior Jacob Cook was named the National Christian College Athletic Association (NCCAA) Baseball Student-Athlete of the Week for the week of March 12-18, the national office announced this week. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2012-03-28 17:20:27 | Comments | Printable version
QUERY: Seeing information Parker Hardin Jackman Emily Carnall writes: I am a student at Lindsey Wilson College, researching Parker Hiram Jackman for purposes of writing a biography to be submitted as a nomination for induction into the Kentucky Civil Rights Hall of Fame. Please contact Emily Carnall at carnalle@lindsey.edu or Dr. Greg Phelps at phelpsg@lindsey.edu with any information regarding Parker Hardin Jackman or any known resources available to gain more information on Parker Hardin Jackman. --Emily CarnallGet Query Answers Quick! In CM REUNIONSReunions is a Free Classification. A Few CM Classifieds are in the PAID Categories. To see which is which, click to RATES and TERMS 2012-03-28 16:50:49 | Comments | Printable version
Mrs. Rebecca Jo (Becky) Ponder, Greensburg, KY, (1956-2012) She was the matriarch of a large, respected Green County, KY family. She leaves 14 direct living descendants. She had worked for Fruit of the Loom, Inc., in Campbellsville, KY Click on headlilne for full obituary with photo(s) Mrs. Rebecca Jo "Becky" Ponder, 55 of Greensburg, KY, departed this life on Tuesday, March 27, 2012 at her home in Greensburg. The funeral service will be conducted at 1pmCT,. Sunday, April 1, 2012, at the Cowherd and Parrott Funeral Home, 206 S. Main Street, Greensburg, KY, with burial to follow in the Marcum Family Cemetery. Bro. Greg Whitlow will be officiating. Visitation will be 3pm-8pmCT, Saturday, March 31, 2012, at the funeral home and after 7amCT, Sunday until service time. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2012-03-28 15:34:49 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
What Can We Do Now Fair at CWC April 26, 2012 By Dana Harmon, Camp Casey Director Once again this year, Col. Wm. Casey Elementary will be hosting the "What Can We Do Now?" summer programs fair. This event is scheduled to be held at 220 General John Adair Drive, Columbia, KY from 5pm-6:30pmCT, on April 26, 2012 We will be inviting all Adair County families to come find out what learning opportunities are available for them during the summer break. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2012-03-28 14:43:51 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
Keeps up with Columbia, KY in North Carolina Nacole Potts writes: I live in North Carolina and keep up with Columbia through ColumbiaMagazine.com. Thank you for keeping me in "the know" about my sweet little hometown. :)Thanks, Nacole, for the wonderful comments. Your mother's birthday is now added to the list. -EW 2012-03-28 14:39:34 | Comments | Printable version
Deadline is nearing to register for pre-school Time is rapidly running out to register your child for pre-school in Adair County. Pre-school is for three and four year old children who meet certain criteria. To find out more about the Adair County pre-school program, contact Anita Goode at the Adair County Board of Education at 1204 Greensburg Street, or call 270-384-2476. The deadline to apply is Friday, April 6, 2012. -Alan W. Reed 2012-03-28 14:32:51 | Comments | Printable version
ACHS A-Team: Eddie Franklin Finishes Top 10, State History Bee News from Adair County High School ACHS Academic Team members Eddie Franklin and Matt Rogers competed in the Kentucky State History Bee Saturday, March 24, 2012, at Oldham County High School in Crestwood, KY. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2012-03-28 14:25:35 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
(Ad) Campbellsville Fire Department Pancake Breakfast The annual Campbellsville Fire Department pancake breakfast will take place on April 28, 2012 from 5amET/4pmCT to 12pm noon ET/11amCT, at the Campbellsville Fire Department, 100 W. Broadway, Campbellsville, KY. Ticket may be purchased from any firefighter or at the fire department for $4.50 in advance or $5.00 at the door. Meal includes all you can eat pancakes, sausage milk or coffee. All proceeds go towards training and equipment. Delivery will be available for local business. - Chief George Wilson 2012-03-28 11:15:11 | Comments | Printable version
AC Public Library open more, has new programs Special computer classes start April 10, 2012. Library receives eight new laptops and eight new desktop computers. AND - a big one: The library will be offereing ebook service starting in May. Borrowers will need e-reader device such as: Barnes & Noble Nook, Kindles, Sony eReader, MP3 Players, and many others By Lee Ann Jessee The Adair County Public Library will be offering extended hours beginning April 2, 2012 to better serve the public. The library will be open Monday through Friday from 8am-5pmCT. and on Saturday from 8am-12pm noon CT. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2012-03-28 09:57:05 | Comments | Printable version
Welcome to Chamber Insights - March 2012 Complete edition: In this month's Chamber Insights: President Roger Meadows message; Bryan Rich, speaking for corporate sponsor of the month Jeffries Hardware; Chamber Events; Welcome new member, returning members; New Board Member Pam Hancock interview; Ramie Hutchison column; What the Little Guy Gets out of the Chamber, by Sue Stivers; Jury Duty Scam Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2012-03-28 09:30:29 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Chamber of Commerce
Accolades for handling of Sparksville emergency situation Lou Ann Flanagan writes: As Russell County tennis coach heading to Burkesville, I want to commend everyone who was working the accident. They were most accommodating to get us through and to Burkesville. Great work! - Lou Ann FlanaganComments re photo 44439 Adair SAR unit manned Wheeler Hill traffic checkpoint 2012-03-28 07:46:01 | Comments | Printable version
KY Political Science Association honors Dr. Bennett The late Dr. Bill Bennett was honored with the Distinguished Political Scientist Award at Kentucky Political Science Association at Campbellsville University Click on headline for story with photo(s) By Joan C. McKinney Dr. William E. "Bill" Bennett, the late professor of political science at Campbellsville University from 1970 to 2006, was honored posthumously recently at the Kentucky Political Science Association (KPSA) 51st annual meeting at CU. Bennett, who died in 2006 while still a professor at CU, was awarded the Distinguished Political Scientist Award during the banquet ending the conference. Bennett was a life-long member of KPSA. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2012-03-28 07:42:18 | Comments | Printable version
Jerry Brown, Burkesville, KY (1944-2012) He was a member of a highly regarded Cumberland County family. He was a 1966 graduate of Western Kentucky University, and a 1968 graduate of Samford University School of Pharmacy Jerry Brown age 67 of Burkesville, Kentucky passed away on Monday, March 26, 2012 at Cumberland County Hospital, Burkesville, KY. Funeral services will be Thursday, March 29, 2012 at 1pmCT, at Ballou & Stotts Funeral Home, 304 North Main Street, Burkesville, KY with Dr. Mark Shelton officiating. Burial in Burkesville Cemetery, North Main Street, Burkesville, KY.The family requests visitation after 3pmCT, Wednesday, March 28, 2012 at Ballou & Stotts Funeral Home in Burkesville, KY. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2012-03-28 06:59:53 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Wilma Jean Garmon, Burkesville, KY (d. March 27, 2012) Wilma Jean Garmon, age 76 of Burkesville, Kentucky (the Dubre community) passed away on Tuesday, March 27, 2012 at the Monroe County Medical Center in Tompkinsville, KY. Funeral services will beFriday, March 30, 2012 at 2pmCT, at Ballou & Stotts Funeral Home, 304 North Main Street, Burkesville, Kentucky, with burial in the Marrowbone CemeteryVisitation will be after 3:30pmCT on Thursday, March 29, 2012 at Ballou & Stotts Funeral Home in Burkesville. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2012-03-28 06:35:44 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Overturned truck was carrying six different hazardous materials Officer Josh Brockman's investigation shows truck rolled twice before coming to a rest By Officer DeWayne S. Koch, Public Affairs Officer, Region 2 COLUMBIA, KY (2012-03-28) The Kentucky State Police responded to an accident on KY 61 at the 4mm on Tuesday morning, March 27, 2012, which shut down KY 61 for nearly 7 hours. Preliminary investigation shows that a commercial vehicle hauling hazardous material driven by Robert Cox, 48, dropped of the shoulder of roadway causing him to loose control and overturning. Officer Josh Brockman with KSP Commercial Vehicle Enforcement division was the responding officer to scene. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2012-03-28 05:53:59 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Father/son duo concert Palm Sunday, April 1, 2012 at LWC Robert and Jon Reynolds will give a Palm Sunday concert at 2pmCT Sunday, April 1, 2012 in W.W. Slider Humanities Center Recital Hall, 155 Blue Raider Drive, Columbia, KY. The concert is free and open to the public Click on headline for article with photo(s) COLUMBIA, KY - Area residents will be treated to a special Palm Sunday concert this weekend at Lindsey Wilson College. Lindsey Wilson Professor of Music Robert Reynolds and his son, Jon, will perform a Sunday afternoon concert in the W.W. Slider Humanities Center Recital Hall. The concert is free and open the public. "The concert will offer eclectic mood-setting pieces for spring and will include selections symbolically appropriate for Palm Sunday," Robert Reynolds said. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2012-03-28 03:32:39 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Arts Scene
Annie is lost: Missing from High & Church Streets area Sherry Cooper writes: My cat is missing from the Church & High Street area. She is solid grey with a pink collar on. Her name is Annie. If anyone finds her please contact me at 270-250-1261. Thank you so much! --Sherry CooperFind Pets Quick In CM ANIMALS 2012-03-28 03:21:54 | Comments | Printable version
Bro. Randy Copeland speaker at Lenten service today Columbia Baptist will host luncheon at Columbia United Methodist Church The Adair County Ministerial Association will sponsor a Community Lenten Service, Wednesday, March 28, 2012, at 12:05pmCT at the Columbia United Methodist Church, 202 Burkesville Street, Columbia, KY. A lunch will follow in the Fellowship Hall. The Columbia Baptist Church will be hosting the service and the lunch. Bro. Randy Copeland will be the speaker. All are invited. Connie Scott --Trinity United Methodist Church 2012-03-28 03:06:27 | Comments | Printable version
Columbia, KY/NWS Weather Forecast: Wednesday, March 28, 2012 The National Weather Service in Louisville, KY, has issued the following forecast for Columbia, KY, updated at 2:41amCT March 28, 2012 Today: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 2pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 81. West wind 6 to 9 mph increasing to between 14 and 17 mph. 2012-03-28 02:56:21 | Comments | Printable version
SCC honor society inductees include Adair Countians Adair County, KY students honored include: Gail Pearson, Catherine Pearson, and Melissa Keith Click on headline for item with photo(s) By Allison Horseman The Somerset Community College Omicron Zeta Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, the academic honor society for two-year colleges, held an induction ceremony recently in Somerset. In order to qualify for admission to Phi Theta Kappa, a student must have a 3.5 cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) and have earned at least 12 transferable hours or hours that apply toward their degree. Names and hometowns of 2012 Phi Theta Kappa Inductees: Chelsea Sampson, Albany; Seth Bargo, Barbourville; Kelly Howard, Jr., Waynesburg; Timothy Combs, Somerset; Autumn Littrell, Somerset; Risa White, Albany; Starla Roark, Laurel County; Emily Mullins, London; Gail Pearson, Columbia. Brenda Caddell, Corbin; Gearlene Elswick, Corbin; Bethany Piatt, Somerset; Becky Abner, Barbourville; Catherine Pearson, Columbia; Francine Weaver, Albany; Amita Patel, Monticello; Sarah Baird, McCreary County; Critley King, Somerset; Melissa Keith, Columbia; Rebecca Hacker, Mount Vernon 2012-03-28 02:23:17 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
BASEBALL: LWC defeats Asbury From Lindsey Wilson College Lindsey Wilson baseball shutout Asbury (KY.) in game one 7-0, then scored 14 runs on nine hits to win the nightcap 14-2 to complete a doubleheader sweep on Tuesday night, March 27, 2012, at Egnew Park in the Lindsey Wilson Sports Park, 820 Hanley Drive, Columbia, KY. 2012-03-28 02:05:46 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
MOVIES: CU professor to have film screened in Hollywood The film is viewable online at Girl(s), however it does contain sensitive subject matter and may not be suitable for all viewers. By Ellen Hittson CAMPBELLSVILLE, KY - Dr. Jason Garrett, associate professor of communication at Campbellsville University, has been selected to present his film "Girl(s)" at the Black Hollywood Education Resource Center in Hollywood, Calif., Saturday, March 31, 2012. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2012-03-28 01:54:54 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Movies
Pash Nangia speaks to alumni group at LWC Click on headline for item with photo(s) By Duane Bonifer A 1994 LWC graduate, Pash Nangia was featured speaker in the college's Alumni Spotlight program, held at the college's Norma & Glen Hodge Center for Discipleship. which attracted about 50 LWC students and faculty. Nangia is vice president of finance and information technology for a division of Ametek Inc., a leading global manufacturer of electronic instruments and electromechanical devices with annual worldwide sales of $3 billion. Nangia was accompanied by his wife, the former Kim Harris of Columbia, who also attended LWC. -Duane Bonifer 2012-03-28 01:43:13 | Comments | Printable version
Saturday lunch/auction benefit at Millerfield for Randall Grant By Sheila Blair There will be a benefit meal/auction for Randall Grant Saturday March 31, 2012 starting with lunch at 1pmCT, at the Millerfield Brethren in Christ Church, 1935 Millerfield Road Columbia, KY. The auction will start at around 2pmCT. We are hoping to have a great day of food and fun, before the "Big Game" starts. Everyone is invited come and enjoy some great food, and participate in the auction before the game. Randall is battling cancer; all proceeds will go toward medical expenses.Sincerely, - Sheila Blair 2012-03-28 01:07:54 | Comments | Printable version
LWC International Festival will be April 4, 2012 By Duane Bonifer News from Lindsey Wilson College COLUMBIA, KY - Guests to Lindsey Wilson College on April 4 can travel from Japan to Africa in less than an hour. LWC will hold its annual International Festival and Language Awareness Day from 1pm-4:30pmCT on Wednesday, April 4, 2012 in Biggers Sports Center, 360 Spickard Drive, Columbia, KY The event is free and open to the public. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2012-03-28 00:56:15 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Lindsey Wilson University
Today, WEDNESDAY with CM, March 28, 2012 Haiku by Robert Stone for March 28, 2012: Two inputs raise chance--Robert Stone, Wednesday, 28 March 2012. -1000 haiku countdown to Chambers Stevens' 50th birthday, Day 197, in progress 2012-03-28 00:06:51 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today Birthdays and Anniversaries for March 28 Happy Anniversary, Dale and Lana Roy (1971) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Blake Kelsay (2006) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Cody Burris | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Exie West | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Holly Loy | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jean Hadley | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jess Sparks (1952) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Ruthie Jackson Scott | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tyler Derman | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday Ivan G. Blevins, Taylor Co., KY (1930) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mark B. Chandler, 92, Taylor County, KY (1927-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Barbara Warren Dobson, Campbellsville, KY (1933-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dayton Luttrell, Dunnville, KY (1938-2020) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. William Densil Lobb, Green Co., KY (1924) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kenstill Eastham, Russell Co., KY (1941) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ellon Adams Fugate, Adair County, KY (1927) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Patricia (Jody) Lane, Casey Co., KY (1942) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Shirley Gooch, Casey County, KY (1940) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Nelda Morrison, Cumberland Co., KY (1926-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Don Davis, 63, Burkesville, KY (1950-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Joseph Benjamin (Big Ben) Campbell, Lebanon, KY (1959-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Maxine Edwards, 92, Green Co., KY (1918-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Larry Collins, Taylor County, KY (1951-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jacqueline M. Smith Bunting, Pellyton, KY (1936-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Betty Lou Branscum, Russell County, KY (1934-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Peggy Ann Harris, 70, Casey Co., KY (1944-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dorothy Sneed, 80, Columbia, KY (1934-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Elva Doris Clark, 69, Green County, KY (1946-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Billy Lee Durrett, Green County, KY (1949-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Ernest Joe Ratliff, 89, Cumberland Co., KY (1926-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Zenith Wynez Despain, 75, Green Co., KY (1941-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Charles H. Shirley, 88, Edmonton, KY (1928-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Audra Carol (Pudgey) Greenfield , Edmonton, KY (1943-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Harold Atwood, Casey County, KY (1939-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rev. Carlis Compton, 85, Taylor Co., KY/Green Co., KY native (1932-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Michael Bruce Kenyon, 75, Green County, KY (1942-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Tim Quinn, 52, Taylor County, KY (1965-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Telica Rochelle Taylor, 39, Adair County, KY (1978-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Carla Sue Miller, 73, Columbia, KY (1951-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Eddie Shively, 77, Columbia, KY (1943-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ina Mae Bailey, 81, Campbellsville, KY (1942-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James Cape, 82, Columbia, KY (1941-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Janice Holt Giles (1909) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jeffrey G. Sparks, 72, Columbia, KY (1952-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Linda Sue Gaskins, 74, Adair Co., KY (1949-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lisa Campbell Sallee, 54, Campbellsville, KY (1967-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Margie Ree Dickson, 81, Columbia, KY (1940-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Ann Curry Russell, 83, Campbellsville, KY (1938-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Melissa A. Roberts, 48, Campbellsville, KY (1973-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Wednesday, March 28, 2012 All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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