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Lindsey Wilson Athletics embraces school-wide day of service

Malvina Farkle Day celebrated on Wednesday. Athletes clean streets in Columbia and Dunbar Cemetery; help improve and renovate ACHS softball field and Joe Johnson Little League Park, visit Ole Home place, and more

By Charles Balcom

COLUMBIA, KY - Lindsey Wilson College student-athletes took a brief timeout on Wednesday from classes, practices and competitions to embrace the community that surrounds and supports Blue Raider athletics throughout the year.


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2013-09-25 19:19:51 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports

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Johnnie W. Matney, Green Co., KY (1923-2013)



2013-09-25 - 209 W Court Street, Greensburg, KY - Photo from Foster-Toler-Curry Funeral Home.

Johnnie W. Matney, Green Co., KY (1923-2013)


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Johnnie W. Matney, Green Co., KY (1923-2013)

Mr. Matney had made a profession of faith in Christ and was of the Mormon Faith. He was a United States Army Veteran, serving during World War II. He was a member of the James L. Pruitt VFW Post 5813, Greensburg, KY. He was a tree topper and a farmer. His wife, Elsie Lile Matney, survives. He leaves 23 direct living descendants.
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Johnnie W. Matney, 90, Green County, Kentucky departed this life Wednesday, September 25, 2013 at the Metcalfe County Healthcare Center in Edmonton, KY.

The service will be at 10amCT/11amET, Friday, September 27, 2013, at Foster-Toler-Curry Funeral Home, 209 W Court Street, Greensburg, KY with Bro. Joseph Wilcoxson officiating. Visitation will be 5pm-8pmCT/6pm-9pmET, Thursday, September 26, 2013, and after 7amCT/8pmET, Friday. Interment will be in Lee Cemetery in the Exie Community of Green County, KY.


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2013-09-25 19:07:18 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Davids, Pahkasalo lifts Men's Soccer to 2-1 win at Shawnee State

By Chris Wells, Sports Information Director
News from Lindsey Wilson College

PORTSMOUTH, Ohio - A pair of first-half goals proved to be enough for the No. 2-ranked Lindsey Wilson College men's soccer team in a 2-1 win today, Wednesday, September 25, 2013, over Shawnee State (Ohio) University at Shawnee Turf.


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2013-09-25 18:48:42 | Comments | Printable version

Columbia Police Department investigating Tutt ST home intrusion

Incident occurred Tuesday evening in the 600 block of Tutt Street, in the limits of Columbia. Items were stolen, but there were no injuries. Police ask for anyone with information which may solve the case to call 270-384-4119

By Ofc. Joshua Brockman
News from the Columbia Police Department

On Tuesday, September 24, 2013, at around 8:40pmCT, Columbia Police Department officers and Adair County deputy's responded to the 600 block of Tutt street to a call from a female stating someone was in her house.


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2013-09-25 18:00:28 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports

Jon Halsey: Answer to Shamarie Hay Hawk question is: YES

Jon Halsey writes:
RE: Your query regarding the position of the birds head.

After enlarging the photo and examining it closely I can definitively avow that the answer, to whether we are seeing the side of the birds head or is he looking at us, is an unqualified YES.

That should be a response that would please "the Tractor Man" and the "Old Forest Ranger".

Knifley - Jon halsey
Comments re photo 51483 Topside This guy just posed for me


2013-09-25 17:43:22 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback

Teaching certificate of Hall of Fame member presented to WKU

Mrs. Jessie P. Jackson, who started teaching in a rural, two room school at Rocky Point, Monroe County, KY, is a member of the Louie B. Nunn Kentucky Teacher Hall of Fame and will celebrate her 101st birthday Thursday, September 26, 2013

News from Western Kentucky University

BOWLING GREEN, KY - Western Kentucky University's College of Education and Behavioral Sciences accepted a generous gift from Mrs. Jessie P. Jackson, a WKU graduate and member of the Louie B. Nunn Kentucky Teacher Hall of Fame.


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2013-09-25 17:35:05 | Comments | Printable version

Dr. Vernon & Nancy Cherrix will perform piano duets at Ransdell

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By Samantha Stevenson
News from Campbellsville University

Dr. Vernon and Nancy Cherrix will be returning to Campbellsville University for a guest piano duet concert on Monday, October 7, 2013, at 7pmCT/8pmET in Ransdell Chapel, 401 N Hopkins Avenue, Campbellsville, KY.
They will be performing works for piano, four hands, by Mozart, Brahms and Rachmaninoff.

The Cherrix's have been performing together as piano duettists for over 30 years. They met while Dr. Cherrix was a visiting professor at Soochow University in Taipei, Taiwan.

Mrs. Cherrix is a graduate of Soochow University (B.A.) and the Cleveland Institute of Music (M.M.). She has performed in Taiwan and in the United States. In addition to performing, Mrs. Cherrix was on the faculties of the Taipei American School, Payap University and Bluefield College.

Dr. Cherrix is a graduate of the Peabody Conservatory of the Johns Hopkins University (B. Mus.), Regent University (M.A.), and The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary School of Church Music (M.C.M., D.M.A. and the Performers Certificate).

He has performed in solo, concerto and chamber music programs in the United States, Taiwan, Thailand, Japan, Malaysia, Philippines, Canada and in the First International Music Festival in Hong Kong. Dr. Cherrix has given master classes in the United States and throughout Asia.

Dr. Cherrix's pupils have won local, state, regional and international competitions. The Russian/American Music Association awarded him a special citation for his outstanding teaching ability and as a result, his pupil performed in Carnegie Hall.

One of his students was featured on the nationally syndicated radio program, "Music From the Top," a PBS radio program featuring outstanding young classical artists. Last season, one of his pupils was the guest soloist with the Paducah Symphony and the Louisville Orchestra.

Dr. Cherrix retired from the piano faculty of the University of Louisville, School of Music. He has been church pianist at Middletown United Methodist Church for the past 17 years.

The Cherrix are members of the Greater Louisville Music Teachers Association, the Kentucky Music Teachers Association and the Music Teachers National Association.

Dr. and Mrs. Cherrix live in Louisville, Ky. They have two sons, Josiah, a lawyer, and Simeon who is an assistant administrator with Kindred Healthcare. - Samantha Stevenson


2013-09-25 17:12:28 | Comments | Printable version

Friends in Jesus to sing Sun., Sept 29, 2013 at Cane Valley

Friends in Jesus from Trinity United Methodist Church will be providing the message in song Sunday, September 29, 10:45amCT/11:45amET, at Cane Valley Christian Church, 2250 Cane Valley Road, Cane Valley, KY. This Sunday is also our quarterly meal. Everyone is invited. --Fran Neat

2013-09-25 16:54:56 | Comments | Printable version

67th Adair County Christian Convention, Oct. 6, 2013 at Egypt

The 67th Adair County Christian Convention will be held at Egypt Christian Church, 4855 Knifley Road, Columbia, KY, Sunday evening, October 6, 2013, at 7pmCT. All are invited to attend. - Fran Neat

2013-09-25 16:48:56 | Comments | Printable version

With end time just 225 billion years off, he's prepared

Charles Marshburn writes:
Mr. Marshburn ALWAYS has a good bottle of wine! --Charles Marshburn
Comments re article 62207 Letter Wine with dinner


2013-09-25 15:46:24 | Comments | Printable version

Reunion: Leslie Paul & Laura Annie Coomer Family, Oct. 5, 2013

The Coomer family reunion will be Saturday , October 5,2013. It will be held at the Columbia VFW Post 6097, 411 Fairground Street (Google Map/Directions), Columbia, KY. Good food, family and good times.Starts at 10amCT. Come join us. Descendants of Leslie Paul and Laura Annie Coomer. Welcome, all. Contact: 502-955-1468.Carolyn Coomer Murphy --Carolyn Coomer Murphy

2013-09-25 15:44:52 | Comments | Printable version

Adair County Fiscal Court Public Notice

The Adair County Fiscal Court will have second readings and adoptions of a proposed ordinance to make the following changes to the roads listed at their regular monthly Fiscal Court Meeting on Tuesday, October 8, 2013, 7pmCT.
  • District 7 - 35 MPH Speed Limit L. Hancock Road
  • District 5 - Removed from County Maint. - Nancy Cobb (0.355)
The meeting will be held in the basement of the Adair County Annex Building. A complete copy of the ordinance is available for public inspection during normal business hours at the Adair County Judges' Office, at 424 Public Square, Ste 1, Columbia KY 42728.


2013-09-25 14:00:47 | Comments | Printable version

33 area students named Sen. Jeff Green Scholars

By Tim Ballard

FRANKFORT, Ky. (Sept. 24, 2013) -- Thirty-three area students have been named Senator Jeff Green Scholars by the Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority (KHEAA) for outstanding academic performance in high school.

Local students who earned this prestigious designation are:
  • Adair County High School: Cody Giles, Heather Jackson, Noah Richard.
  • Campbellsville High School: Cassidy Blair
  • Casey County High School: Sarah Coffman, Ryan Hines, Damien Lawhorn, Taylor Leigh, Allison Thompson, Kaitlyn Todd, Allison Ware
  • Cumberland County High School: Caleb Burns, Chelsea King
  • Green County High School: Morgan Durrett, Molly Frank
  • Metcalfe County High School: Philip Keltner, Tayler McMurtrey, Holly Spradlin
  • Russell County High School: Hunter Carnes, Katie Dick, Ashley Franklin, Jessica Franklin, LeeAnn Grider, Emily Wilson
  • Taylor County High School: Kaitlyn Benningfield, Macayla Bertram, Andrew Finck, Lauren Johnson, David Lawson, Anna Scott, Justin Smith, Shelby Tungate, Alyssa Young
Students earn this designation by achieving a 4.0 grade point average each year of high school and scoring at least a 28 composite on the ACT.


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2013-09-25 13:37:01 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education

Letter: Wine with dinner

Mary Keltner writes:
Hope Mr. Marshburn has a good bottle of wine to go with his "end of the world" meal...

Mobile comments re: New worry for Fairplay resident: The end of the world


2013-09-25 13:35:37 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback

Two injured in 8:30amET collision in Campbellsville, KY today

By Anne Sanders, Campbellsville 911

The Campbellsville Police Department investigated an injury traffic collision on US 68, today, Wednesday September 25, 2013

At approximately 8:30amET, the Campbellsville Police Department received a report of a two vehicle collision at the intersection of US 68 and KY 658. Officers responded to investigate.


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2013-09-25 13:29:19 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports

Walkaway from Casey County Recycling Center sought

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

LIBERTY, KY - 19-year-old Michael R. Branham walked away from a work release detail at a Recycling Center in Liberty, KY this morning, Wednesday, September 25, 2013, at approximately 10amCT. Branham is a 5'10", 146 lb. white male with brown hair and brown eyes and was last seen wearing a white shirt and brown khaki pants. He is wanted on a charge of Escape and was incarcerated for Fleeing/Evading Police in a Motor Vehicle, Receiving Stolen Property under $10,000 and Receiving Stolen Property over $10,000. Anyone with information as to the whereabouts of Branham is asked to call their local law enforcement agency or the Kentucky State Police at 1-800-222-5555. You may also text-a-tip to 67283.


2013-09-25 12:48:57 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports

Corvette Cruise-in will benefit Trooper Island

There will be a Corvette Cruise in on at 8amCT/9amET, Sunday, October 6, 2013, at the Bowman Field Drivers License Branch, 3545 Roger E. Schupp Street, Louisville, KY. The event will benefit Trooper Island Camp. The event is free of charge, however a tax deductible donation of $25 is suggested. The cruise-in is open to all Corvettes - new, old, work in progress. There will be prizes and food. Three awards willl be offered for Best of Show, 2nd, and 3rd Place winners. There is no need to register, just cruise in. Rain or shine, but just Corvettes, please. Contact: Ofc. Newberry, 502-439-9801.

2013-09-25 12:08:50 | Comments | Printable version

W. Jack Stephens, Russell County, KY (1931-2013)

He was a carpenter and a member of the Bernard Ridge Church of God.
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W. Jack Stephens, 82, of Russell Springs, died Tuesday, September 24, 2013 at the Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital in Somerset, KY.

Funeral service for W. Jack Stephens will be 1pmCT/2pmET, Thursday, September 26, 2013 at the Bernard Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Lindsey Cornett officiating. Visitation will be after 9amCT/10amET, Thursday. Burial will be in the Bernard Cemetery.


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2013-09-25 10:52:10 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

New worry for Fairplay resident: The end of the world

Charles Marshburn writes, "Guess I'd better get on down to Walmart for some bread, milk and bottled water!" He's preparing for the end of the world - the earthly world, which some scientist now predict could be as early as 255 billion years from now. Mr. Marshburn sends this link: Life On Earth Likely to End in 2.25 Billion Years



2013-09-25 09:15:40 | Comments | Printable version

Thanks already coming in for Malvina Farkle work

And a reminder to driver more carefully - there's more pedestrian traffic in Columbia today with LWC students walking from work spot to work spot

There's a whole lot of good work going on today, Wednesday, September 25, 2013. in Adair County, today. It a Malvina Farkle Day, annually a part of Lindsey Wilson College's Homecoming Week and a day of service for the LWC Community family.

It's greatly appreciated. Tiffany Antle Just wrote from Central Financial Services, "We would like to Thank LWC students for cleaning the old Walmart shopping Center parking lot Wednesday morning."


2013-09-25 08:57:13 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Lindsey Wilson College

Adair Co. School Bd., Sept. 26, 2013, Special Reg. Board Agenda

BOARD AGENDA

7pm CT, September 26,, 2013, Special Regular Board Meeting
Adair County Primary Center, 158 Col. Casey Drive, Columbia, KY


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2013-09-25 08:41:43 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education

Geneva Sapp Bright, Taylor County, KY (1938 - 2013)

She professed faith in Christ and was a member of the Lowell Avenue Baptist Church. She was a native of Taylor County, KY and a resident at the time of her death. She was the daughter of the late John Green Sapp and the late Thelma Mae Rose Sapp. She leaves 11 direct living descendants, spanning three generations
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Geneva Sapp Bright, 75, of Campbellsville, KY died at 6:45amET, Tuesday, September 24, 2013 in Campbellsville.

Funeral services will be at 10amCT/11amET, Thursday, September 26, 2013 at the Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home, 418 Lebanon Avenue, Campbellsville, KY, by Rev. Dave Walters. Burial will be in Campbellsville Memorial Gardens, 3878 Greensburg Road, Campbellsville, KY. Visitation will be 4pm-7pmCT/5pm-8pmET, at the funeral home.


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2013-09-25 06:44:47 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Charles H. McMurtrey, 87, Summer Shade, KY (d. Sept. 23, 2013)

He was the patriarch of a distinguished Metcalfe County family, the son of the late Herman L and Hazel Grider. His wife of 61 years, Arlene Morgan McMurtrey, survives. He leaves 18 direct living descendants. Charles was owner and operator of McMurtrey Funeral Home,which was started by his father, Herman in 1929. He was also owner/operator of McMurtrey Planing Mill which manufactured truck bodies for many years. Je also participated in many civic organizations. He was a charter member of the Summer Shade Lions Club: served on the Metcalfe County School Board from 1960 - 1967: and a member of the Monroe County Home Health Board for several years. Charles was a weather observer for the National Weather Service for over 50 years. He also served in the United States Navy as an Aviation Cadet.

Charles Huston McMurtrey, age 87, of Summer Shade passed away Monday, September 23, 2013, at TJ Samson Community Hospital, Glasgow, KY.

Visitation will be Wednesday, September 25 beginning at noon and continuing Thursday. Funeral services will be held Friday, September 27 at 10amCT, at McMurtrey Funeral Home, 2232 Summer Shade Road, Summer Shade, KY, with Bro. Gary Richardson officiating. Burial will be in the Summer Shade Cemetery.
He was the son of the late Herman L and Hazel Grider McMurtrey.

Charles was owner and operator of McMurtrey Funeral Home,which was started by his father, Herman in 1929. He was also owner/operator of McMurtrey Planing Mill which manufactured truck bodies for many years. Charles also participated in many civic organizations. He was a charter member of the Summer Shade Lions Club: served on the Metcalfe County School Board from 1960 - 1967: and a member of the Monroe County Home Health Board for several years. Charles was a weather observer for the National Weather Service for over 50 years. He also served in the United States Navy as an Aviation Cadet.

He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Arlene Morgan McMurtrey, and the following:
  • Three sons: Tom McMurtrey (Freda) of Summer Shade, KY; David McMurtrey (Phyllis) of Maysville, KY; Gary McMurtrey (Sharon) of Summer Shade, KY

  • Three daughters: Jan Page (David) of Bowling Green, KY; Laurie Butler (Jimmy) of Edmonton, KY; and Shana McMurtrey of Summer Shade, KY

  • Nine grandchildren: Brian and Jason McMurtrey of Summer Shade, KY; Korey McMurtrey (Allison) of Louisville, KY; Ashley Miller (Tom) of Lexington, KY; Sarah Hoover (Scott) of Louisville, KY; Hannah Page of Bowling Green, KY; and Russ, Emily and Ty McMurtrey of Summer Shade

  • Three great grandchildren: Emma, Micah Jacob and Jude McMurtrey

  • And his beloved cat, Millie
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Horace Florian (Buddy) McMurtrey.

Memorials are suggested to the Summer Shade Fire Department or the charity of your choice.

McMurtrey Funeral Home, 2232 Summer Shade Road, Summer Shade, KY, in charge of arrangements.


2013-09-25 06:19:51 | Comments | Printable version

ACHS Baseball Golf Scramble is Sat., Sept. 28, 2013

By Shamarie Claiborne
Adair County School District Media Publicity Coordinator

The Adair County High School Baseball team is sponsoring a Golf Scramble at The Pines, 275 County Club Road, Columbia, KY, Saturday September 28, 2013. Registration starts at 8amCT, with tie off at 9amCT. The cost is $35 dollars per player. This will be a 4 person blind draw scramble. Payouts are: 1st Place - $400; 2nd Place - $300; 3rd Place - $200. All proceeds go to benefit the Adair County High School Baseball Team. - Shamarie Claiborne


2013-09-25 05:53:15 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports

Soccer: LWC Women remain No. 1 in NAIA Coaches Top 25 Poll

Blue Raiders received 15 of 21 first-place votes

By Charles Balcom

KANSAS CITY, MO - The Lindsey Wilson College women's soccer team retains its No. 1 ranking in the latest NAIA Coaches' Top 25 Poll, officials announced on Tuesday, September 24, 2013.

The Blue Raiders (7-1) received 586 total voting points and 15 of 21 first-place votes. This marks the NAIA best 46th time Lindsey Wilson has been ranked No. 1 dating back to 1999. It is the fifth-straight poll the Blue Raiders have been ranked No. 1.


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2013-09-25 05:43:47 | Comments | Printable version

Lindsey Wilson Men's Golf Wins Don Bishop Invitational

Lindsey Wilson's Medale finishes in first place with 2-under par

By Charles Balcom
News from Lindsey Wilson College

CAMPBELLSVILLE, KY - The Lindsey Wilson College men's golf team shot a 591 (297-294) to finish in first place at the Don Bishop Invitational in Campbellsville, KY.


Sophomore Franck Medale shot a 2-under par 142 (71-71) to help Lindsey Wilson to a 14-stroke win. Medale led the invitational after the first round and finished with 10 birdies in the tournament, including five in the final round.


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2013-09-25 05:33:49 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports

ACHS Girls Golf: ACHS 189. Clinton 178. Russell 151

ACHS Team shoots best score of season. Hailey Taylor low score, 40, best for team.
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By Nancy Taylor
News from the Adair County High School Golf Team

The Adair county Girls Golf Team hosted both Clinton County and Russell County on Thursday, September 19, 2013, at the The Pines of Lindsey Wilson. The team shot a 189, which is 2 strokes under their best score just met on Tuesday of the same week.


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2013-09-25 05:22:30 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports

Judy Keltner brings message of Lake Area Foundation to Rotary


The "Lake Area Foundation" video narrated by Columbia's Alan W. Reed can be accessed by clicking to: Today, WEDNESDAY with CM, September 25, 2013
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By Ellen Zornes
News from Columbia Rotary Club

Judy Keltner, representing the Lake Area Foundation, spoke to the Columbia Rotary Club at its regular 4th Monday meeting, Monday, September 23, 2013, meeting.

Ms. Keltner was introduced by Columbia Businessman Dan Antle, a member of the Board of the Lake Area Foundation. He, along with Adair County Judge Executive Ann Melton, have been driving forces behind the foundation, which is an initiative of the Lake Cumberland Area Development District.

Adair Countians have been among the most active in support of the Foundation, as can be seen in the organization's list of Honor and Memorial Gifts at Lake Cumberland Foundation/Honor and Memorial Gifts. The of the larger funds at the LAF are Adair County Courthouse Preservation Fund, Adair County Women's Circle, and the Lindsey Wilson College Fund, specific to Adair County. Another fund honors are distinguished Adair Countian and is District Wide, The Pat Bell Administrative fund, which has the aim of funding professional administration of the Lake Area Foundation. (See Lake Area Foundation List of Funds).


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2013-09-25 04:27:06 | Comments | Printable version

Grandfather was on 1936 Knifley High School basketball team

Comments re photo 20714 Knifley High School Basketball Team 1936 Jimmy Roberts writes:
The 1936 Knifley basketball team picture has my grandfather Fred Tucker in the left rear of the photo. If there is a higher quality digital copy I would love that in an e-mail. Any other photos or info would also be appreciated. Sincerely, - Jimmy Roberts
Thanks, Jimmy Roberts - We only have the one posted photo. Perhaps a reader knows of a source for a better one. - EW


2013-09-25 03:35:22 | Comments | Printable version

LWC Women's Golf finishes second at Don Bishop Invitational

Blue Raiders finish one stroke behind lead

By Charles Balcom
News from Lindsey Wilson College

CAMPBELLSVILLE, KY - The Lindsey Wilson College women's golf team shot a 656 (319- 337) to finish second at the Don Bishop Invitational, just one stroke behind host Campbellsville (KY).


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2013-09-25 03:27:27 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports

Singing for Scholarships at Plaza Theatre, Nov. 2, 2013

By Betty Driver

The Bobby Driver Memorial Scholarship Fund presents its 6th Singing for Scholarships at the Plaza Theater, 115 E Main Street, Glasgow, KY, on Saturday, November 2, 2013 at 7pmCT.


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2013-09-25 03:14:15 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Arts Scene

Today, WEDNESDAY with CM, September 25, 2013

Haiku by Robert Stone for September 25, 2013:
Think often of self
and one easily forgets
to think of others.
--Robert Stone, Wednesday, 25 September 2013.
-1000 haiku countdown to Chambers Stevens' 50th birthday, Day 743, in progress


Lake Area Foundation Video



Quick links to Favorite CM Columns, Extraordinary News
Mostly from Sunday with CM, September 22, 2013 and a few others from the past week. Please note date of posting


2013-09-25 02:52:30 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today

Marion Co. man arrested in Vester, Adair Co., theft case

By Deputy Adam Cravens

The Adair County Sheriff's Office has made an arrest in a recent theft case. Anthony Goff, 34 of Marion County was arrested Tuesday, September 24, 2013 on a warrant for receiving stolen property.

The warrant was issued after witnesses ID'd Goff at the former Curry's Grocery at the corner of Liberty Road and Vester Road. Goff sold items for scrap that were later identified by Mary Curry as property at Curry's grocery.

The arrest was made also after a 911 call came in from the Caldwell Ridge area of a vehicle matching the description of one used by Goff to haul scrap, a 1986 Nissan was said to have stolen property from a woman's yard.

Deputies Justin Cross and Adam Cravens made the arrest at the residence Goff was staying at in Adair County on Liberty Road.

Goff is still a person of interest in other recent cases ongoing. - Deputy Adam Cravens, Adair County Sheriffs Office


2013-09-25 02:20:51 | Comments | Printable version


Birthdays and Anniversaries for September 25
Happy Anniversary, Lee and Joni Jessie | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Paul and Paula Miller | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Russell Coomer - surviving spouse & Bobbie Coomer - in heaven | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Alice Hadley | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Aydan Conner Edwards ( 2009) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Blake Helm (2002) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Braxton Irvin (2009) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Cheryl Scott Holland | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Dana Jessie (1970) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, David Sandusky | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Hillary Jenkins. | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Julie Ann Jessee | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Kathy McClister | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Kerry Grant | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Kim Blackistone | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, LaKesha Melson (1990) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Larry Shirley | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Lisa Burton | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, McKenna Christin Downs (2009) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Robert Curry | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Roxanna Stone-Sarchi Gingery | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Sherry Grant Arnold | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Shirley Annita Nash (1957) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Susie Handy | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Sydney Slaven (2001) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Terry Partin | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Wayne Miller (1962) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, William Irvin McDaniel (2012) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, James Kevin Polston, Greensburg, KY (1968-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Middie Green Patterson, formerly of Adair Co., KY (1919) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Marshall Overstreet, Adair Co., KY (1934) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Gayle Brewer, Taylor County, KY (1959) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Geneva Day, Adair County, KY (1937) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Janice Rae Gribbin, Taylor County, KY (1925, 2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Evalee Loy Churchill, Adair County, KY (1930-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lucy Alexander Cary, Cumberland Co., KY (1957-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Susie Handy, Adair County, KY (1951-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Sylvia Mae Tompkins, Nancy, KY (1917-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Eric Wilkerson, Casey County, KY (1987-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Barbara Webster, Taylor Co., KY (1935-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Nellie Mae Bass, Taylor Co., KY (1928-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Carter Brown, Columbia, KY (1977-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Clarence Garrett, Metcalfe County, KY (1938-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bro. Dewey Cooper, Russell Co., KY (1922-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, E. Mac Hill, Taylor County, KY (1925-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lillian Raney, 93, Kings Mountain, KY (1923-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Anthony Lee (Tony) Hill, 60, Russell Co., KY (1956-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, W.R. Robison, Taylor Co., KY/Adair Co., KY native (1951-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Howard Pritchard, 87, Mooresville, IN (1929-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Steven Dwain Pierce, Casey County, KY (1948-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Margie Parrott, 84, Campbellsville, KY (1933-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Willis Thomas, 79, Russell County, KY (1938-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Dana Jessie, 51, Columbia, KY (1970-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Delpha Eugenia Shirley, 83, Edmonton, KY (1938-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Elizabeth Hopper Emerson, 82, Liberty, KY (1936-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ernestine York Cape, 79, Columbia, KY (1941-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Joseph Edgar (Joe) Veatch, 76, Russell Springs, KY (1945-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Murey Finn, 92, Campbellsville, KY (1928-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Obituary: Edward Lee Mann, 71, Adair Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Phil Rinke, 85, Hot Springs, AR (1937-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Roberta Florence (Butler) Wettle, Columbia KY, native (1913-2007) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Samuel Marr, Green Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthdays, Linda Wood, Taylor Co., KY (1953) | (Updates/Corrections)

Events scheduled for Wednesday, September 25, 2013
All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
8:00amCT7 County Area Court: Circuit Courts. District Courts, at at Glance.
Always Click on County Name for Link to Docket at Kentucky Court of Justice:
Adair County. Adair Co. Judicial Center, 201 Campbellsville ST. Columbia, KY: One (1) Court Event(s) Circuit Court. Fifty-seven (57) Court Event(s) District Court.
Casey County Judicial Center, 231 Courthouse Square, Liberty, KY. No (0) Court Event(s) Circuit Court. No (0) Court Event(s) District Court.
Cumberland County, Justice Center, 112 Courthouse Square, Burkesville, KY. No (0) Court Event(s) Circuit Court. Eighty-eight (88) Event(s) District Court.
Green County Judicial Center, 200 W. Court Street, Greensburg, KY. No (0) Court Event(s) Circuit Court. No (0) Court Event(s) District Court.
Metcalfe County, Judicial Center, 201 E. Stockton Street, Edmonton, KY. No (0) Court Event(s) Circuit Court. Forty-nine (49) Court Event(s) cases District Court.
Russell County. Judicial Center, 410 Monument Square, Jamestown, KY. One (1) Court Event(s) Circuit Court. No (0) Court Event(s) District Court.
Taylor County, Justice Center, 300 E. Main Street, Campbellsville, KY. Five (5) Court Event(s) Circuit Court. One hundred eleven (111) Court Event(s) District Court.
Not an official docket. For official court information, check with circuit court clerk in your county. | (ID:24345, Comment)
NoonCTChimes at noon. Downtown Columbia, KY. Two Selections. | (ID:23986, Comment)
Services, Campbellsville, KY for Vertie Brown Goode Picking, Casey Co., KY native (1926-2013) | (ID:24324, Comment)
Services, Campbellsville, KY, for Douglas Eugene Milburn, Fairdale, KY (1948-2013) | (ID:24339, Comment)
67th Adair County Christian Convention
at Egypt Christian Church, 4855 Knifley Road, Columbia, KY | (ID:24354, Comment)
Services, Greensburg, KY, for Johnnie W. Matney, Green Co., KY (1923-2013) | (ID:24358, Comment)
1:00pmCTServices, Russell Springs, KY, for Darlene Wariner Cunningham, Russell Co., KY (1947-2013) | (ID:24306, Comment)
Services, Jamestown, KY, for Donnie Lee Warriner, 51, Russell Co., KY (1962-2013) | (ID:24323, Comment)
2:00pmCTServices, Burkesville, KY, for Mrs. Thelma Jean Staley, 65, Burkesville, KY (d. Sept. 22, 2013) | (ID:24322, Comment)
3:00pmCTLindsey Wilson Men's Soccer Team vs Shawnee State University
at Shawnee Turf, 200 Waller Street, Portsmouth, OH. | (ID:24310, Comment)
4:00pmCTTime to check Directory of Churches for Wednesday worship service schedules. | (ID:24100, Comment)
5:00pmCTChimes for the evening. Downtown Columbia, KY. Two Selections. | (ID:24015, Comment)
6:30pmCTAntioch UMC Revival, Sept. 22-26, 2013
Antioch United Methodist Church, 3422 Wheeler Hill Road, Columbia, KY --Rita Campbell | (ID:24283, Comment)

 

































 
 
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