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Daily News for Monday, August 10, 2026
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Morning Glories would come laughing to greet me By Linda Marcum Waggener My thanks to photographer Robert Ellis for the beautiful Morning Glories. They were favorites of my Mom, Geniece Marcum, and she wrote one of the best descriptions of them in her article, "My Mother's Garden," which describes how she experienced them in her Edmonton, KY growing up years. "My mother's garden lay on the southerly side of our old house between the edge of the yard and a dense woodland which belonged to an unsociable uncle. I found little of interest in this garden in spring with its neat orderly rows Poppa and his trusty mule had laid off. Nor in early summer when the labor of Mama and my older siblings resulted in flourishing stick beans, hearty red tomatoes, sweet corn, and green onions. 2026-08-10 22:37:19 | Comments | Printable version
ACHS Class of 1986 plans 40-Year Reunion From Mike Sneed The Adair County High School Class of 1986 will hold their 40th Reunion at 6pmCT on October 3, 2026, at the Red Barn Event Rental, 431 Wilson Road, Columbia, KY. Tickets are $40 per person or $60 per couple, and payment can be made online at: To pay by check (instead of online), mail to: ACHS Class of 1986, c/o Tammy Shelton, 68 Shelton Lane, Columbia, KY. Contact Tammy Shelton at 270-378-1556. 2026-08-10 20:39:26 | Comments | Printable version
The Long-Overdue Vacation By Donna Rieder A few months back, I was sitting across the table from my friend Linda Waggener at the Black Stallion restaurant, making plans for a much-needed and long-overdue mini-vacation. Although I'd done some fun things - kayaking from Rockhouse to Winfrey's Landing a few times, and hiking at Lake Cumberland State Park - the only time I'd spent a single night away from home since I moved here in 2008, is when I'd had surgery. It's so hard to get away when you've got a bunch of animals, especially livestock, and I was ready for an adventure! On a sunny Thursday morning a few weeks ago, I drove down my driveway and locked my gate behind me. Linda was in the passenger seat, and we were both looking forward to getting away, even if it was only for two days! Our first destination was Shaker Village. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-08-10 20:23:33 | Comments | Printable version
KSP: Marion County school teacher arrested for sexual offenses From Trooper Jonathan Houk Lebanon, KY - Kentucky State Police (KSP) Post 15 Troopers and Detectives have arrested a Marion County Schools teacher following an investigation into allegations of sexual contact with students. In late May 2026, KSP Post 15 received a request for assistance from the Lebanon Police Department to investigate allegations of possible sexual contact between a 34 year old Lebanon man and at least two juvenile students. The man was employed by Marion County Schools as a teacher and served as the Marion County High School Band Director at the time of the alleged offenses. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-08-10 20:21:05 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
KY General Fund and Road Fund receipts for July 2026 Frankfort, KY - The Office of State Budget Director reported today that General Fund receipts rose 29.1 percent in July to begin Fiscal Year 2027 (FY27). This is one of the highest monthly growth rates in four years. Total revenues for the month were $1,459.8 million, an increase of $328.7 million over July 2025 receipts. The official revenue estimate for FY27 calls for revenue to decline 0.5 percent compared to FY26actual receipts. Therefore, receipts can drop by 2.7 percent over the remaining eleven months of the fiscal year and still meet the General Fund revenue estimate. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-08-10 20:19:05 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Kentucky
Adair Co. FFA earns a 3-Star rating at the National Level! From Gabby Barnes Agriculture Educator, FFA Advisor Each year, the National FFA Organization recognizes high-quality programs across the country with their chapter rating contest. The contest looks at 15 of the chapter's activities throughout the year, and evaluates the overall impact of the chapter in their community and school. This year, Adair County FFA earned a gold rating at the state level, and was selected as one of the top 19 chapters in Kentucky. After advancing to the national level, Adair County FFA received a three-star rating, which is the highest rating possible. This places Adair County FFA in the top 4% of chapters in the country! It is an honor to be recognized at such a high level, but it would not be possible without fantastic FFA members and a supportive community. Each activity included in the application required enormous amounts of planning and work from FFA members, parents, and alumni & supporters. Featured activities included events such as our annual Farmer Appreciation Lunch, crop scouting, the new greenhouse grand opening, and so many more that are only made possible through the support of our community. The judges that scored the applications were able to learn about what makes Adair County FFA so wonderful. They read about our FFA members teaching children about agriculture through the Farm Safety Days and reading programs. They learned about how we work with the NRCS to prepare for the land judging contest each fall. What they read about was only a small portion of what we do, but it was enough to prove we are worth celebrating. Adair County FFA is officially being recognized as one of the best FFA chapters in the nation! If you have served as a judge or guest speaker, allowed FFA members to use your farm for practice, or simply made the time to come by and grab a bite to eat when we are cooking in the ag shop, thank you. Our success would not be possible without you! 2026-08-10 13:35:11 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
Farm to Fork Dinner returns Aug 19 From Atley Smedley Frankfort, KY - Agriculture Commissioner Jonathan Shell will host the third annual Commissioner's Farm to Fork Benefit Dinner on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville. The event raises funds to provide Kentucky State Fair and agricultural tourism experiences for foster children and families through Kentucky Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) and the Kentucky Exposition Foundation. The Farm to Fork Benefit Dinner will be 5pmET to 8pmET on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, the evening before opening day of the Kentucky State Fair. This year's featured speaker is Renee Shaw, one of the Commonwealth's most respected journalists who recently retired after nearly three decades at Kentucky Educational Television. "One of the things that makes Kentucky special is the way our communities rally around children and families in need," Shaw said. "I'm honored to be part of an evening that celebrates Kentucky agriculture while helping create meaningful opportunities and lasting memories for foster children across the Commonwealth." Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-08-10 13:32:08 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Farm and Garden
Words of Wisdom for August 10, 2026 From Miss Donna Rieder "Don't strive to be well-known; strive to be worth knowing." Donna Rieder's Clifty Creek Farm is located at 3190 White Oak Church Rd, Russell Springs, KY (visitors by appointment only). You can reach Donna by email at cliftycreekkikos@aol.com. 2026-08-10 09:02:38 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today Birthdays and Anniversaries for August 10 Happy Anniversary, Joe and Peggy Shepherd | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Sharon and Bobby Burton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Benjamin Shillings (1989) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Benton Fudge | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Dawn Hadley | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Derek Hoskins (1990) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Eric Adams | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, James Arthur Grider | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jamison Ford | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, John Pike (1968) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Kamryn Alice Hickerson | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Luci Conover | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Mary Keen | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Mike Hinton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Nevaeh Overstreet (2010) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Scott Guffey | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, William Albert Burton (1962) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Judith Elaine Hilson, Columbia, KY (1958-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Brayden Pierce Taylor, Liberty, KY (2005-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Gary Bowen, Campbellsville, KY (1955-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Valtha N. Bennett, Adair Co., KY native (1924-2020) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bobbie C. Willis, (1930) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Zelma Thompson, Taylor Co., KY (1923) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Arvin Edward Whitlow, Green Co., KY (1917-2010) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Vickie Taylor Dulin, Adair Co., KY (1952) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Michael Sprowles, Green Co., KY (1957) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Christopher Lee Johnson, Glasgow, KY (1988) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Billy Dean Helm, Columbia, KY (1947-2012) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Judy Wethington, 43, Casey County, KY (1969-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Leonard (Lenny) Jones, Casey Co., KY (1955-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mavis Wright Scott, Green County, KY (1926-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Michael E. (Sleepy) O'Banion, Taylor Co., KY (1948-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Mark Anthony Jones , Taylor County, KY (1968-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sarah Stephens Grider, Burkesville, KY (1941-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Charles Fudge, 75, Breeding, KY (1939-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) in Memory Birthday, Brenda York Brown, 64, Cumberland Co., KY (1950-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dorothy Mae Curry, Russell Springs, KY (1932-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Brittany Leigh Shoopman, Dunnville, KY (1978-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Anthony Hogue, 47, Liberty, KY (1968-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Tresa Ann Smith, 51, Russell Co./Adair native, KY (1964-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Martha L. Wethington, 86, Casey Co., KY (1930-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Eli Stephens, 94, Russell County, KY (1922-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Shella Pearl Atwood Terry, 86, Casey Co., KY (1931-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Gary Neal Perkins, Jr., 39, Metcalfe County, KY (1978-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Eva Deener, 102, Taylor County, KY (1915-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. James Richard Scott, 63, Cumberland Co., KY (1954-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William W. Long, Sr., Taylor County, KY (1925-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Alma Francis Gunn, 68, Taylor Co., KY (1952-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Betty Lou Crist Haynes, 83, Russell County, KY (1934-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Byron W. Hixson, 73, Columbia, KY (1949-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Charlene Roberts King, 64, Cleves, OH (1956-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, David Inscho, 44, Spencer Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Edith Grace Wells Fox, Russell Co., KY (1930-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Garry Blakeman, 73, Campbellsville, KY (1947-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Harold D. Loy, 72, Columbia, KY (1949-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Harold Morton, Jr., Adair County, KY (1955-2012) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jerry Hammer, 78, Monroe Co. (1936-2015) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jerry Nathaniel Bagby, 76, Grab, KY (1944-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Joyce Simpson Smith, 79, Green County, KY (1938-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Juanita Charlene Lewis, Burkesville, KY (1929-2013) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Fay Smith, 51, Columbia, KY (1974-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Retha Pearl Miller, 85, Knifley, KY (1936-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ricky Sinclair, 62, Adair County, KY (1958-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rose Clements Wilham, 76, Casey County, KY (1941-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Virginia Lee Rowe, 81, Adair County, KY (1938-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Monday, August 10, 2026 All events are listed in Central Time. 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