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Basketball: Indians face North Hardin on Monday

By Trey Stephens, Staff Writer

On Thursday, March 5, 2026, the Adair County Indians Boys Varisty Basketball team defeated the Bardstown Tigers 71-59 in the first round of the 5th Region tournament at Green County High School.

The Tribe was led by a trio of 20-point scorers. John Shehan and Landon Blakey both had 22, followed by Tylin George with 21. George briefly left the contest, but returned later in the game. All three of that trio posted a double/double. Blakey pulled down 13 rebounds, followed by George with 11 and Shehan with 10. The team shot 44% from the floor and 23% from three point range. The Indians were also able to limit the Tigers to just 30% from the floor.

Adair County will now move on to face North Hardin (25-6) on Monday, where the Tribe will hope to avenge the eight point loss they took from the Trojans in February. Tip off is scheduled for 7pmCT on Monday, March 9, 2026, back at Green County High School, 302 Brummal Ave, Greensburg, KY.

Note: Tickets are cash only at the gate, no debit or credit cards accepted.


2026-03-08 21:47:28 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports

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Travel: Spring Mountain Ranch State Park (1 of 2)



2026-03-08 - Blue Diamond, Nevada - Photo by Robert Ellis, robertelliswoodworking.com.
Robert writes, "We took note of this park, passing by it on the way to Red Rock Canyon. If there was time, before heading to Vegas for the evening, we planned to check it out, since it was only about 5 miles from Red Rock.

Pulling up at the ticket booth I enquired what was the main attraction at the Ranch since you couldn't see it from that vantage point. The attendant told me that the famous Howard Hughes once owned the Ranch. That was enough of a lure to cause me to pay the entrance fee.

Turns out, after going inside the ranch, and speaking with one of the workers, Hughes never stepped foot on the ranch. That was okay, since the ranch was a beautiful place nestled around the red rock mountains, offering numerous hiking trails. The ranch house itself is now a museum, chock full of history for the history buffs! You can read about it at parks.nv.gov/parks/spring-mountain-ranch.

Above is an image from one of the trails. Honestly I enjoyed this park as much as Red Rock Canyon."

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Baseball: UK sweeps The Citadel to extend winning streak

By Ryan Hoots
Sports Director, UntdWeStnd.com

Lexington, KY - Baseball tells the truth about a team faster than almost any other sport. Nine innings expose everything. Three straight games expose even more.

Kentucky didn't just beat The Citadel this weekend at Kentucky Proud Park. The Wildcats got knocked down early in all three games and still walked away with a sweep. That kind of weekend doesn't happen without a word that kept popping up in my mind over and over.

Resiliency.

Friday night put it on display first.


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2026-03-08 21:41:40 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports

Jo Ann Morris, 71, Adair Co., KY (1954-2026)

Jo Ann (Robinson) Morris of the Gradyville community died on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at her home. She was 71 years old.

According to Jo's wishes, cremation has been chosen, and there will be a memorial service scheduled later at the Jamestown Church of Christ.


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Michael Scott Robertson, 50, Russell County, KY

Michael Scott Robertson, 50, of Jamestown, passed away Wednesday, March 4, 2026 in Russell Springs. He was born in Columbia, KY on August 24, 1975, a son of Joyce (Bunch) Adington of Russell Springs, KY. and the late Oliver Robertson.

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2026-03-08 14:28:29 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Phillip Coffey - Pale

My Heart began beating all in a flutter as I stepped aside
Out of view of all my mind's Useless clutter.
Taking in all of the warmth of the radiant sun, springtime be a-coming

As I retreat slowly From the influences of my brief encounter(s)
Of the pale that is called the dreaded Influenza.


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Pat Sutton, 89, Campbellsville, KY

Pat Sutton of Campbellsville, daughter of the late Irving Cleo Lewis and Carolyn America Mayes Lewis, was born September 16, 1936 in Washington County, Kentucky. She died Wednesday, March 4, 2026 in Campbellsville at age 89.

Pat had made a profession of faith in Christ and was of the Baptist faith.


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2026-03-08 14:11:10 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries


Birthdays and Anniversaries for March 8
Happy Anniversary, Stephen and Michelle Westmoreland | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Justin Akers | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Alice Lynn Curry | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Andy Grant | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Arlis Price | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Brandon Roberts | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Brenda McCoy Harvey | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Brian Montgomery | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Bridget (Keltner) Singleton | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Charles Shaw | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Collin Darnell (2002) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Deloris Franklin | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Justin Akers (1999) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Keith Curry | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Neil Goodin | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Nina Smith | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Sharon McGuire Gupton | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Betty Nelson Sharp, Campbellsville, KY (1921-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Dustin Trevor Oakes, Russell Springs, KY (1990-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Patricia Ann Hawkinson, Liberty, KY (1942-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ellen Willis Columbia, KY (1929) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Flossie Janet Wright, 83, Green Co., KY (1927) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Tara Bennett Hickey, Russell Co., KY (1973) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Chester (K) Maynard Russell Co., KY (1945) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Virgil Corbett Humphrey, Green Co., KY (1932) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Roger Dale Stephens, Russell Co., KY (1952) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Thomas Bradshaw, Crocus, KY (1931) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mr. Robert Lee Woolridge, Green County, KY (1958-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Anthony Lee (Tony) Byrd, 55, Casey Co., KY (1959-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Helen Feather Faulkner, Taylor County, KY (1925-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mary Jo Owens, 75, Windsor, KY (1940-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Wanda Daniels 81, Burkesville, KY (1935-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Joe David Acree, 68, Russell Co., KY(1949-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bobby Ronald (Bear) Combs, Summer Shade, KY/Ary, KY native (1950-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mary (Gussie) Scott Lawhorn, Albany, KY (1932-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, James Thomas Maynard, 73, Adair Co., KY/Russell Co., KY native (1944-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Rosie Virginia Lowery, Green Co., KY (1939-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Pamela Jean Wilson Scott, 67, Cumberland County, KY (1950-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ashley Allen, 41, Campbellsville, KY (1980-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Belva (Belle) Walden Bagshaw, 71, Cumberland County, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Donald R. Routt, 75, Campbellsville, KY (1948-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Doris Mae Burton Johnson (1933) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Edwin (Ed) Breeding Cheatham, 65, Campbellsville, KY (1958-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Henry Noel, 82, Adair County, KY (1938-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, John Taylor Hubbard, 39, Taylor Co., KY native (1982-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Joyce Dean Rodgers Lee, 81, Adair Co., KY native (1939-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Kathleen A. Combest, 95, Knifley, KY native (1930-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Milerdine (Mammy) Paxton, 93, Green Co., KY (1928-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Patricia Ann Wethington, 68, formerly of Casey Co., KY (1952-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Paul Lewis Pike, 75, Campbellsville, KY (1946-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ruby Morrison, 92, Glens Fork, KY (1931-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Sharon Gosser, 68, Liberty, KY (1952-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Sophia Autumn Lynn Redwine, infant, Burkesville, KY (2016-2016) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Thelma Garcia, 84, Fallbrook, CA (1937-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)

Events scheduled for Sunday, March 8, 2026
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2:00amCTDaylight Saving Time starts | (ID:70371, Comment)
1:00pmCTServices for Billy Fletcher, 84, Columbia, KY (1942-2026) | (ID:70389, Comment)

 






























 
 
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