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Daily News for Friday, January 1, 2016
Letter: Thinks CofC should support wet vote to expand commerce Chris Oliver writes: I'd like to start by thanking our Chamber leaders for their efforts. Their time and commitment is very much appreciated.Comments re article 79858 Columbia/Adair Chamber A great 2015, big goals for 2016 2016-01-01 16:35:05 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
2015 a year of distinction, achievement at LWC By Duane Bonifer Distinction and achievement were bywords for 2015 at Lindsey Wilson College. The college -- which awarded more than 600 degrees in 2015 -- celebrated several academic and athletic milestones that underscore its continued growth and evolution as a distinctive liberal arts college. In addition to enrolling more than 2,600 students for the fourth consecutive school year, LWC also had its largest faculty in the college's 112-year history -- 118 faculty welcomed students for the start of the 2015-16 school year. More than 1,000 students lived in college residence halls throughout the calendar year as well. And students were greeted by two new A.P. White Campus signs, made possible by gifts from the Classes of 1965 and 2015. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2016-01-01 13:08:54 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Lindsey Wilson University
One hundred years ago: first news of the new year, 1916 Happy New Year, Adair County! By Jim A century ago, the first edition of the local paper published in the new year very nearly carried more news on the front page than there was space in which to print it. Clifton Scott had been paying call on his sweetie, Amanda (also known as Mandy Belle) Curry for some time and the young couple (21 and 20, respectively) decided the Christmas season was a good time to begin their life together. Acting in accordance with that belief, they slipped off to Jeffersonville, Indiana, where, on the 28th of December, 1915, the rites of marriage made them as one. The newlyweds arrived back in Columbia about one o'clock Wednesday morning, December 29th, and "about 9 o'clock started for the Rugby section of this county, where they will reside." Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2016-01-01 13:06:59 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Jim: History
Jon Halsey comments on the state of Adair Co. education I am all for progress, as long as that progress leads to better outcomes. Two cliches keep rolling around in my head: "How do we know where we're going if we don't know where we came from" and Edmund Burke's famous "Those who don't know history are doomed to repeat it." Our successes as well as our mistakes as well as those of our civilization should be our guidebook to where we are headed for the future. I fervently hope that we do not become a society of technocrats who have no concept that as a member of a much larger society we have a role and a duty to each other. - JON HALSEY Click on headline for complete commentary By Jon Halsey All of the "Career Readiness" goals are laudable and necessary. The committment to College Prep courses is also welcome and hopefully will not get lost in the "shuffle." Same kind of effort need to make students knowledgeable civics, government It would be great to see the same kind of effort toward preparing our students to become knowledgeable and upstanding citizens which to my understanding was one of the primary reasons for schools in the first instance. It seems that throughout the U.S. there is a tendency to eliimanate American History and Government classes in favor of Mandarin Chinese or whatever. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2016-01-01 12:20:54 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Commentary
Paul Glen McQueary, 63, Casey Co., KY (1952-2015) 
He was a sawmill worker and gate hauler. Paul attended the Church of Christ. He loved to hunt and fish. He was a native of Casey County, a resident at the time of his death, and his final resting place will be in the county of his birth. He was the son of the late Lee Otis McQueary, Sr. and Nettie Knight McQueary, and is survived by his wife of over 40 years, Betty Cox McQueary. He leaves two direct living descendants.Click on headline for complete obituary Paul Glen McQueary passed away Thursday, December 31, 2015 at his home in Liberty, KY. He was 63. Funeral services are 12pmCT/1pmET, Monday, January 4, 2016 at McKinney-Brown Funeral Home, 752 Campbellsville Street, Liberty, KY, with Bro. Thad Eubank officiating. Burial will follow in Oak Grove Contown Cemetery. Visitation is Sunday, January 3, 2016 at the funeral home 4pm-7pmCT/5pm-8pmET. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2016-01-01 12:00:40 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Town meeting: regionalization, budget, HB 463, VA, more Will there be a "Heartland Caucus?" Regionalization, working together, was a highlight of town meeting at the Adair Public Library. Will HB463 be revised to toughen up on crime after murder of Daniel Ellis? These and other topics were discussed. By Linda Waggener KY State Sen. Max Wise and State Rep. John "Bam" Carney welcomed Adair Countians in an open town meeting December 28, 2015 at the public library for news and discussion of State Government. The meeting was the second of six county town meetings before the Legislature begins its long 60-day session on Tuesday, January 5. The mood of the meeting was inclusive. Victoria Pike said afterward, "I think both men reached across the table to show how important it is for all of us to work together." Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2016-01-01 11:55:28 | Comments | Printable version
Rob Wilkerson says he will pursue seat on CAUD board About: - PSC updates list of CAUD board candidates, extends deadline By Ed Waggener In a communication at 11:02 this morning, Fri 1 Jan 2016, Rob Wilkerson, head of ATS Mobility and Wilkerson Auto & Mobility Sales, informed us that he will pursue his candidacy for the vacant seat on the Columbia/Adair Utilities District with the Public Service Commission. We have not heard directly from Sharon Shelds-Smock, but our best guess is that she will apply for the position as well. In all, the PSC will have eight very strong - some super qualified by experience, temperament, and vision - candidates from which to appoint the next CAUD board member. 2016-01-01 11:39:10 | Comments | Printable version
KY Afield Outdoors: Closing out 2015 with a look ahead Year's highlights include major renovations to Hatchery Creek at Wolf Creek National Fish Hatchery in Russell County. By Lee McClellan Frankfort, KY - The first day of winter arrived last week but you wouldn't have known it based on the mild temperatures experienced across Kentucky. The spring-like weather conditions tempted hunters and anglers to squeeze a last-minute outing into their busy holiday schedules - that is, until torrential rains thwarted such opportunism. Fortunately, there will be opportunities in the year ahead. And, like you, the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources is looking forward to 2016. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2016-01-01 09:16:28 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Ky Afield Outdoors
Mayor Hardwick looks at major '15 accomplishments, '16 goals 
More Jobs, continued budget cuts, better Code Enforcement on dilapidated buildings, are goals for 2016. Mayor welcomes new growth in Adair County, whether it is inside the City Limits or not.Click on headline for complete comments. By Mayor Curtis Hardwick The past year has been one of great progress, with many accomplishements in Adair County, KY, but there are still challenges and opportunities we plan to meet in the New Year. I have listed what I consider most important in each category and, of course encourage continued input from the public. Briefly, here are my views on the past year and the urgent goals still before us: Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2016-01-01 08:38:04 | Comments | Printable version
PSC updates list of CAUD board candidates, extends deadline Now there are eight candidates, again, for the vacant seat on the Columbia-Adair Utilities District: Sharon Shields-Smock, Rob Wilkerson, James Harper, William Harris, Larry Bryant, Joseph Pyles, Lee Stephens, and Bradley Hayes. Click on headline for complete story. By Ed Waggener On Wednesday, December 30, 2015, the Public Service Commission amended it's order of December 23, 2015, adding the names of Sharon Shields-Smock and Rob Wilkerson to the list of candidates asked to send additional information. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2016-01-01 08:30:58 | Comments | Printable version
Letters: Poem is great anniversary present Linda writes: What a great anniversary present, thank you! --LindaComments re article 79855 I cant imagine what she saw, by The Poet WM Feese Jr 2016-01-01 08:29:00 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
New Year's State of Public Education, AC School District By Alan W. Reed As we embark on a new year I want everyone in Adair County to know where we are headed with our school district. While we continue to expand the shared vision, it is exciting to know that we are now LIVING the vision. Here are just some of our most important plans for 2016 and beyond guaranteed to change lives and help set our county up for continued growth: Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2016-01-01 05:37:54 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
Kentucky Color: Antioch School Picture Click here for large photo  By Billy Joe Fudge This is a picture I believe to have been taken around 1938. Mom (Zelma Stotts Fudge is right in the middle of the second row right behind the blonde boy kneeling and holding the sign. The sign actually seems to be a blackboard. Do you see any of your family members or do you have a more accurate date? My Mother was born in '31 and guesses she was around 7 or 8 at the time. I noticed,
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Mystery of the list of CAUD 'finalists' may be cleared up About: Sharon Shields-Smock wonders why her name not on PSC list By Ed Waggener A reader of CM has suggested an explanation of how the list CM called 'finalists' for the current vacancy on the Columbia/Adair Utilities District (CAUD) board may have been compiled by the Kentucky Public Service Commission. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2016-01-01 04:25:01 | Comments | Printable version
Columbia/Adair Chamber: A great 2015; big goals for 2016 Chamber's usual successes, Treats on the Town, Shop Local, and Christmas in Columbia were monumental blockbusters this year - with clever new ideas overwhelmingly embraced by the public. Columbia was designated a Trail Town in 2015. This coming year, there are big goals: Fulfilling the potential of being a Trailtown, USA, and growing tourism dollars. And, with a united community, making Economic Progress by becoming an official Work Ready Community Click on headline for complete story By Ellen Zornes As we turn the page on yet another year, our Chamber of Commerce eagerly awaits 2016 and all the wonderful new things it holds in store for our community. The Chamber has a rich history of serving and being part of Columbia and Adair County...from sponsoring community events like Treats on the Town, Shop Local and Christmas in Columbia to co-sponsoring Squarecrows and Christmas Card Village to Chamber member events like the Chamber Picnic and Chamber Awards Banquet...and of course the Chamber Roadside Park. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2016-01-01 02:23:15 | Comments | Printable version
Today New Year's Day with CM, 1 Jan 2016 Haiku by Robert Stone for January 1, 2016: Hold to ideals--Robert Stone, Friday, 1 January 2016. -1000 haiku countdown finished, now for some more days, Day 1571 Familiar places, familiar faces in this Red Brick Studio production Do you recognize them? And where the real "Harlan Bridge," is? Red Brick Studio and the Red 10 label are putting Downtown Columbia and the 7-County area on the map. Comments welcome. Tim Farmer looks back on 2015, with this "Best of" 2016-01-01 01:31:41 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today
Robert Stone Poetry: The Smile of Knowing The smile of knowing ~ a sonnet for the birthday of Lisa Comperry and for the New Year No happy new is greeting kind to give~ Robert Stone, 31 December 2015 2016-01-01 01:29:33 | Comments | Printable version Birthdays and Anniversaries for January 1 Business Birthday, Burton Ace Hardware | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Adam and Karen Darnell (1999) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Donna and Charlie Parnell | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Dwayne and Debbie Martin (1981) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, James and Tonya Feese (1994) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Adam Wesley Bennett (1986) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Ashley Bennett | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Benji Coffey (1983) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Brandon Frausto | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Chris Maynard (1972) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Conner Wayne Chrisman (2009) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Connie Copeland | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Dale Johnson | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Joey McClister (1987) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Kathy Dean | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Ken Hill | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Landon Corbin (2004) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Loretta Turner | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Michael R. Jones | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Rita Campbell | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Ruth Eleanor Stevens Brock | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Taylor Calhoun | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Teresa Milby | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Vera Raines (1937) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Willie Wooley (1986) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rebecca Diane Edwards, Green Co., KY (1960) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Walter Earl Walters, Somerset, KY (1943-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Delores Clements Carrier, Liberty, KY (1930-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Willie Leon Tungate, Campbellsville, KY (1931-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Geneva Lee Harris Durham, Green Co., KY (1932-2020) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Larry Lewis McClister (1956-2007) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James E. Troutman, Adair County, KY (1928) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lonnie Hedgespeth, Taylor Co., KY (1931) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Helen McElroy, Russell Co., KY (1940) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Betty Lou Dean, Taylor Co., KY (1938-2011) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Theda Ganal Polston Baker, Cumberland Co., KY (1933) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ancil Lane, Taylor County, KY (1935) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Joann Bottom, Russell County, KY (1935) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Oreta Ann Tucker, 66, Russell County, KY (1946) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dale Johnson, Adair County, KY (1953) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Danny Roy Muncie, Taylor Co., KY (1943) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lula Pearl Smiley, Adair Co., KY (1925-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dorkis F. Burton, Adair County, KY (1964-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Anna Lee Burris, Hustonville, KY (1923-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lola Shaffer, 95, Adair County, KY (1919-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bobby A. Gaddie, 72, Taylor County, KY (1943-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James Welby (Jimmy) Baker, Cumberland Co. KY (1940-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Leland Sammons, 73, Taylor Co., KY (1942-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Donnie Roe Tucker, 73, Russell County, KY (1942-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Douglas Coy Wolford, 70, Casey Co., KY (1946-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Vena Raines, 79, Adair Co., KY/Wayne native (1937-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bill Cundiff, 64, Adair County, KY (1953-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bobby Gene Flatt, 54, Russell Springs, KY (1967-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Carmelita Mascarenas, 70, Taylor Co., KY (1950-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Connie Sayers, 68, Casey County, KY (1951-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Donnie Keith Dyer, 70, Adair County, KY (1950-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ethel Faye Braddock, 53, Burkesville, KY (1968-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Gladys Ruth Simpson, 90, Russell Springs, KY (1930-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Guinevere Elaine Jones, 82, Greensburg, KY (1939-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, John Henry Dotson, 73, Taylor County, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mitchell Howard Collings, 63, Greensburg, KY (1958-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Peggy Janes Waggener, 81, Columbia, KY native (1939-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Robert K. Reff, 76, Taylor Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ronald W. Upton, 51, Russell Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Wayne Payton, 62, Casey County, KY (1957-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William (Billy Ray) Wethington, 75, Liberty, KY (1945-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Friday, January 1, 2016 All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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