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Daily News for Monday, August 31, 2015
Letter: No time to string green beans Pat Hare writes: Mr. Mashburn, I asked that question at one of the Board Meetings a few years ago, and one of the Board Members told me that their cooks did not have TIME to string green beans. --Pat HareComments re article 77379 Home cooked meals at school 2015-08-31 19:25:29 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
Everett (Jerry) Ellsworth, 75, Casey Co., KY (1940-2015) 
He was a native of Chicago, IL. He was the son of the late Chester Acie Ellsworth and Wanda Whitten Ellsworth. He He was construction worker and home builder. Jerry was a member of the Pine Grove Church. Click on headline for complete obituary Everett "Jerry" Ellsworth, of Dry Creek Road, passed away on Sunday, August 30, 2015, at his residence. He was 75. Funeral services will be held at 12pmCT/1pmET, Wednesday, September 2, 2015, at McKinney-Brown Funeral Home with Bro. Jeff Edwards officiating. Burial will follow in the Pine Grove Cemetery. Visitation is from 11amCT/12pmNoonCT, until time of funeral on Wednesday at the funeral home. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2015-08-31 18:18:22 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
2 week application period for CAIP grants start Tue 1 Sep 2015 Qualifying farm operations can get 50% matching grants, up to $1,500. By Teresa Bright Applications for the 2015 Adair County Agricultural Investment (CAIP) program are available beginning Tuesday, September 1, 2015 through Tuesday, September 15, 2015 at the Adair County Extension Office, 409 Fairground Street, Columbia, KY, during regular business hours. This program is a 50% cost-share program with a maximum funding of $1,500 per farm operation. CAIP is designed to provide farmers with incentives to allow them to improve and diversify their current production practices. For information contact the Extension Office at 270-384-2317. 2015-08-31 17:55:40 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Farm and Garden
Gospel Sounds at Tabor CC Sun 6 Sept 2015 The Gospel Sounds will be singing at Tabor Community Church, 1477 Fairplay Rd. Columbia Ky. 42728 on Sunday night, September 6, 2015 at 6pmCT. Pastor Ralph Hadley and congregation invite everyone to attend. --Patricia 2015-08-31 16:40:33 | Comments | Printable version
CU has more student athletes than either UL or UK CU has 725 student-athletes; the university also has more programs - 27 - than either Eastern Kentucky or Western Kentucky, which each has fewer than 20. Click on headline for complete story By Joan C. McKinney and Kasey Ricketts, Campbellsville University story Athletics at CU - Truly More Than a Game! Mention college sports in this part of the world, and the University of Kentucky and University of Louisville basketball programs most likely spring to mind. But Campbellsville University actually fields more student-athletes - approximately 725 including varsity teams in all sports and junior varsity teams in some sports - than either of the big public schools, and athletes make up a far higher percentage of the student body than at most other colleges and universities. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2015-08-31 16:37:39 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
Tomlin singing at Sparksville Nazarene Sun 13 Sept 2015 Josh Tomlin from Somerset, KY will be singing at Sparksville Church of The Nazarene at 9562 Burkesville Road, Columbia, KY on Sunday, September 13, at 6:30pmCT. Pastor Lonny Karnes and congregation invites you to attend. - Jane Sparks 2015-08-31 16:33:47 | Comments | Printable version
Letter: Bus garage serves all Tommy Melson writes: Ms. Miller,Comments re article 77381 Thinks new band building should have come before bus garage 2015-08-31 16:32:38 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
Kenneth Cook, 63, Edmonton, KY (1951-2015)  He was an employee of the Equity Group. He was the son of the late James and Bertha Amburgy Cook. He leaves one direct living descendantClick on headline for complete obituary with photo(s) Kenneth Cook, age 63, of Edmonton, KY. passed away on Sunday, August 30, 2015 at T.J. Samson Community Hospital in Glasgow, KY. Funeral service will be Wednesday, September 02, 2015 at 1pmCT, at Ballou & Stotts Funeral Home, 304 N Main Street, Burkesville, KY with burial in Casey Fork Cemetery. Family requests visitation after 5pmCT on Tuesday, September 01, 2015 at Ballou & Stotts Funeral Home. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2015-08-31 16:11:00 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Writers meeting at 106 Jamestown Street, Columbia 4 Sep 2015 There will be a writers meeting from 4:15pm-6pmCT Friday, September 4, 2015, at Green River Arts, 106 Jamestown Street, Columbia, KY. For parking, turn onto S. Reed Street, Columbia, KY, just off the Square; parking is available behind Green River Arts or to the right just after you turn onto Reed Street. Anyone who writes is welcome to attend. Bring something to read, and a few copies to pass around. If you wish, bring snacks and drinks; there is room to set up a table for these. Contact - Carolyn Townsend at sendcarolyn@yahoo.com. 2015-08-31 15:51:25 | Comments | Printable version
Adair County Clerk's Office will close Labor Day weekend The Adair County Court Clerk's office, Adair Annex, 424 Public Square, Columbia, KY, will be closed Saturday, September 5, and Monday, September 7, 2015, for Labor Day. We wish everyone a safe and enjoyable Labor Day. Thank you. - Adair County Clerk Lisa Greer and Staff 2015-08-31 15:48:28 | Comments | Printable version
Rep. Whitfield announces 100K grant for Eli Fire Department Russell County, KY By Marty Irby News from Rep. Ed Whitfield's office Washington, DC - U.S. Representative Ed Whitfield (KY-01) is pleased to announce a grant for the Eli Volunteer Fire Department from the Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency in cooperation with the U.S. Fire Administration. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2015-08-31 13:31:31 | Comments | Printable version
Dr. James C. Perkins will speak at Ransdell Chapel 9 Sep 2015 Campbellsville, KY – Dr. James C. Perkins, pastor of Greater Christ Baptist Church and president of the Progressive National Baptist Convention, will speak on Campbellsville University's campus at 9amCT/10amET, Wednesday, September 9, 2015, in Ransdell Chapel, 401 N. Hoskins Avenue Campbellsville, KY. 2015-08-31 13:25:40 | Comments | Printable version
Nora Porter Hammond, 63, Russell Co., KY (1952-2015) She was the daughter of Marie Smith Porter, who survives, and the late Carthel Porter. She was a former medical secretary and was a member of Russell Springs Christian Church. Click on headline for complete obituary. Nora Porter Hammond, 63, of Russell Springs, died Sunday, August 30, 2015. Funeral services for Nora Porter Hammond will be 2pmCT, Wednesday, September 2, 2015 at the Bernard Funeral Home Chapel, 367 N Main Street, Russell Springs, KY, with Bro. Carroll Egnew and Bro. Tony Stephens officiating. Visitation will be after 12pmNoonCT, Wednesday, September 2, 2015. Interment in the Ridgecrest Cemetery. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2015-08-31 12:53:48 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Thinks new band building should have come before bus garage Personal commentary Vicki Brock Miller writes: I'm quite surprised that our School Board would choose to build a bus garage when a new band room, which would be considered a instructional facility, is so badly needed. The well being and safety of the students should take priorty over the buses. There should be something in the laws that govern school boards to prevent such a decision.Comments re article 77378 Site work underway for new school bus garage 2015-08-31 12:49:06 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Commentary
Joyce Coomer: Downtown comments By Joyce Coomer Personal Commentary Oppressive heat in Summer -- Always has been, always will be in commercial areas . . . one of the byproducts of concrete and asphalt covering the earth. No shade -- Never has been much that I can recall except what the buildings provide during the day. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2015-08-31 12:46:41 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Commentary
Home cooked meals at school Charles Marshburn asks: What ever happened to them? I had them all the way through grade 12! They made the best meatloaf in high school I've ever had. I can't even duplicate it! Charles Marshburn 2015-08-31 12:41:37 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Food
Site work underway for new school bus garage Completion is set for January 9, 2016 Click on headline for story with photo(s) From Adair County School District 1204 Greensburg Street, Columbia, KY Deployment of heavy equipment and earth moving began today, August 31, 2015, for construction of the new bus garage complex on the campus of Adair County Schools. The facility, located across from Adair Co. Primary Center, will replace the 50 year old inadequate building and allow for purchase of standard sized school buses. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2015-08-31 09:55:06 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
Metcalfe Co. Historical Society Fall Used Book Fest The Metcalfe County Historical Society's Fall Used Book Fest will be 9am-1pmCT, Saturday, September 19, 2015, in Leftwich Hall at Bowling Park, 1608 W Stockton Street, Edmonton, KY. In conjunction, there will be a baked goods sale by the Metcalfe County Homemakers Club. All proceeds go toward the restoration of the Historic Metcalfe County Jail. Admission is free. Contact: Kay Harbison, kayharbison@gmail.com 2015-08-31 09:40:25 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Books
GOP candidate for Lt. Governor in Edmonton, KY 1 Sep 2015 Republican candidate for Governor Matt Bevin's running mate, Jeaneen Hampton, candidate for lieutenant governor will meet with the Metcalfe County GOP Women's Club, at the Metcalfe County Courthouse, 100 E Stockton Street, Edmonton, KY at 6pmCT, Tuesday, September 1, 2015. 2015-08-31 08:36:44 | Comments | Printable version
Columbia Police arrest suspect in alleged theft A suspect was arrested and lodged in Adair County Regional Jail. Charges include theft by unlawful taking and possession of controlled substance not in proper container. Theft from a local retailer is alleged by Officer Josh Brockman. By Ofc. Josh Brockman, Public Information Officer Columbia Police Department, Chief, Jason Cross On Sunday, August 30, 2015 at 7:30pmCT, Columbia Police Department responded to a reported theft on Russell Road. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2015-08-31 07:59:10 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Homeplace festival to feature photography workshops Sessions will be taught by David Goguen By George Kolbenschlag Two photo workshops will be part of the activity at the Homeplace on Green River Fall Festival, at the Homeplace on Green River, 5807 New Columbia Road, Campbellsville, Saturday, September 12, 2015. The sessions, from 9amCT-10amCT/11am-12pmNoonET, will be for those 16 years and older and the second, from 12pmNoonET/1pmET until 2pmCT/3pmET will be for ages 10-15 year olds. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2015-08-31 07:00:39 | Comments | Printable version Birthdays and Anniversaries for August 31 Happy Anniversary, Billy and Hanna Rowe | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Darryl and Judy Smith | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Brandie Shepherd | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Caleb | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, David Wesley Neat | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Evan Davis (1987) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Fay McKinley | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Isabella Gonzalaz (2006) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, James Matthew "Jimmy" Johnson (1975) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jerald Dwight Hadley | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, John Gossage | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Lee Barker | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Mary Norris | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Maxie Smith | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Patti Page | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Paula Pyles | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Ryan Quinn | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Sheila Neat | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Travis Williams (1992) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, twins Anslie Kate Spoon and Addison Kate Spoon (2008) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ruby Jean Luttrell, 78, Russell Co., KY (1938-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sara Pike, Adair Co., KY, native (1912) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Bercie Ellen Wray Fletcher, Burkesville, KY (1923) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Mary Ruth Bright Arnett, Green Co., KY (1929) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Elmer (Dude) Smith, Adair County, KY (1931) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Barbara J. Lamb, Taylor County, KY(1936) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Grider, Russell County (1919) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Eugene Darnell, Adair County, KY (1936-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, John Roe Stephens, Russell County, KY, (1934-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rada Earlene Johnson, 78, Russell Co., KY (1936-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Joseph Wayne (Birdlegs) Derringer, Taylor Co., KY (1940-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Joseph Calvin Berry, 76, Green Co, KY (1938-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lucille Baker Taylor, 90, Adair County, KY (1925-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Titus Jessie, 90, Campbellsville, KY (1925-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Tony (Big Daddy) Stubbs, 78, Taylor Co., KY (1937-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Margaret Louise Cary, 88, Cumberland Co., KY (1927-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Wesley Thomas Spears, 24, Casey Co., KY (1992-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Isiah (Shorty) Rodgers, 87, Adair County, KY (1929-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Elizabeth Louise (Betty Lou) Marple, Casey Co., KY (1930-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ruby Ellen Bowmer Hammonds, 88, Casey Co., KY native (1929) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lewis Dayton VanFossen, 69, Green Co., KY/Rushville, Ohio native (1948-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Callie Tobbert Bryant (1869-1932) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Danny Burton, 76, Adair Co., KY (1946-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jerry Lane Arnett, 76, Green Co., KY (1945-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, John Arthur Royse, 77, Adair County, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Maggie Ruth Anderson, 92, Campbellsville, KY (1928-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Lyndel Murrell, 90, Middlesboro, KY (1931-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Noel Harvey, 95, Adair County, KY (1924-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rev. Hubert Hadley, 87, Adair Co. native Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sammy June Hancock Cundiff, 83, Versailles, KY (1936-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Stevie W. York, 60, Jamestown, KY (1959-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Monday, August 31, 2015 All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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