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Gary Don Abney, 60, Cumberland County, KY

Gary Don Abney, age 60, of Burkesville, KY passed away on Saturday, September 28, 2019 in Louisville, KY.

Cremation has been chosen and the family will have a memorial visitation on Wednesday, October 02, 2019 from 1-4pmCT at Centerpoint Church, 140 Short Street, Burkesville.


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2019-10-01 20:04:42 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

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Birds of Kentucky: Ducks at Long Run



2019-10-01 - Jefferson Co., KY - Photo by Pen.
A trio of ducks spotted at Long Run Park, species unknown. Use the comment form and let us know if you know just what sort of duck these are.

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KSP: Post 15 Monthly Activity Report for September 2019

By Tpr. Nick Hale

During the month of September 2019, there were 15 traffic accidents investigated by the State Police working in the Post 15 area in the 11 counties of Adair, Casey, Clinton, Cumberland, Green, Marion, Metcalfe, Monroe, Russell, Taylor and Washington.

During the month of September 2019, there were:
  • 955 citations written
  • 241 courtesy notices written
  • 518 complaints answered
  • 119 motorists assisted
  • 42 criminal cases opened
  • 317 criminal arrests made


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2019-10-01 15:52:36 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports

Judge Edwin P. Abell, 78, Campbellsville, KY (1941-2019)

Judge Edwin P. Abell of Campbellsville, died Monday, September 30, 2019. He was 78 years old.

The funeral service will be held at 2pmET on Friday, October 4, 2019, at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, 213 University Dr, Campbellsville, KY, officiated by Deacon Dennis May and Dr. Brad Palmer. Entombment will follow in the family estate at Campbellsville Memorial Gardens.

Visitation is requested from 5pmET until 8pmET on Thursday at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home, 418 Lebanon Ave., Campbellsville, KY, and after 11amET on Friday at our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church.


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2019-10-01 15:47:41 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

LWC volleyball travels to Georgetown for MSC play

By Grace Blomstedt

The No. 10-ranked volleyball team travels to Georgetown (Ky.) to continue Mid-South Conference play Tuesday, Oct. 1 at 6pmCT in Davis-Reid Alumni Gym, E College St, Georgetown, KY.

Lindsey Wilson (13-3, 5-1 MSC) is back in action after a three-set sweep of MSC foe Campbellsville (Ky.) last Tuesday in Biggers Sports Center. Alexis Smith and Kasia Niderla led the team offensively, combining for 25 of the team's 41 kills. The Blue Raiders showed consistency and were able to record a .330 hitting percentage while holding the Tigers to just .162.


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2019-10-01 15:42:20 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports

LWC Cycling competed at LWC Cycling Showdown

By Christopher Coombs

The Lindsey Wilson cycling team competed at the LWC Mountain Bike Showdown this past weekend. With the results from the showdown, the Blue Raider take claim to a third-place overall standing in the Southeastern Collegiate Cycling Conference.

The Blue Raiders kicked off the weekend's events with short track cross country. During the men's A race, Phillip Christmas raced his way to a sixth-place finish, scoring 309.58 points as Grant Wilson tallied 350.93 points to finish in 12th and Tyler Junkins took 17th.

In the women's B race Kristine Kohl scored 556.67 points to finish in second.

The Lindsey Wilson women dominated the track during the dual slalom A race as they nearly swept the top six spots.


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2019-10-01 15:40:58 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports

Willard Bennett, 68, Greensburg, KY (1951-2019)

Mr. Willard Bennett of Greensburg passed away on Monday, September 30, 2019. He was 68 years of age.

The funeral services for Mr. Willard Bennett will be conducted at 3pmET on Thursday, October 3, 2019, at Auberry - Gupton & Chandler Funeral Home, 503 East Main St., Campbellsville, KY, with Bro. Kelvin Edwards officiating. Burial will follow in the P. Milby Cemetery in the Gabe Community of Green County.

Visitation is requested after 10amET on Thursday at the funeral home until the time of the service.


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2019-10-01 15:36:12 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Perryville Commemoration scaled back due to dry conditions

By Gil Lawson

Perryville, KY - Due to abnormally dry weather conditions causing burn bans across the state, the events for the Battle of Perryville Commemoration Oct. 5-6 will be greatly scaled back, the Department of Parks announced today.

All camping, military demonstrations with cannons and other special programming have been cancelled for Saturday and Sunday. Boyle County, where the park is located, is among more than 100 counties that have burn bans in effect.

Perryville is the site of the largest Civil War battle in Kentucky that occurred in October, 1862. Each year, the battle is commemorated with special events during the first weekend in October.


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LWC Women's golf finishes 2nd at the E TN Collegiate

By Christopher Coombs

Johnson City, TN - The Lindsey Wilson women's golf team held their position from day one to finish in second place at the East Tennessee Collegiate. The Blue Raiders finished the two-round tournament held at Johnson City Country Club - a par-72, 5,872-yard course - with a total score of 624 (304-320).

The effort was 16 strokes off the pace set by tournament champions Milligan (Tenn.) who was able to score a 608 (296-312) over two rounds. Tennessee Wesleyan took third, finishing seven strokes behind LWC with a two day total of 631 (312-319).


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2019-10-01 15:28:19 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports

KSP: Post 15 to conduct safety traffic checkpoints

By Tpr. Nick Hale

Kentucky State Police, Post 15 will be conducting safety traffic checkpoints in the Post 15 area, which includes Washington, Marion, Taylor, Green, Casey, Russell, Adair, Metcalfe, Monroe, Clinton and Cumberland.

Troopers will be checking for impaired drivers, children that are not properly restrained in child safety seats and informing the public about the use of seatbelts. These safety checkpoints will be conducted in various locations throughout the Post 15 area that are experiencing a high ratio of vehicular crashes resulting in injury and/or death compared to relatively low safety restraint usage ratio.


2019-10-01 14:12:02 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports

Extension Homemakers Week, Oct 13-19, 2019

By Teresa Bright

County Judge-Executive Gale Cowan and Mayor Pam Hoots have signed a Proclamation declaring October 13-19, 2019, as Extension Homemakers Week in Adair County.

This Fall, Adair County Extension Homemakers are celebrating their 70th anniversary of Extension Homemaker clubs in Adair County. The first organized club was the Bliss Club in 1949. The Homemakers Annual Meeting will be October 24th at 6:00 pm at the Extension Office. Special guest speakers will be family members of the Extension Homemakers from the past sharing their memories and stories of what Extension Homemakers meant to their family.


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2019-10-01 14:08:07 | Comments | Printable version

Sharon Sue Brockman, 66, Campbellsville, KY (1953-2019)

Sharon Sue Brockman of Campbellsville, KY, passed away on Saturday, September 28, 2019. She was 66 years old.

The funeral service will be held at 11amET on Thursday, October 3, 2019 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home, 418 Lebanon Ave., Campbellsville, KY, officiated by Pastor Bob Cutler. Burial will follow in Campbellsville Memorial Gardens.

Visitation is requested from 5pmET until 8pmET on Wednesday, October 2, 2019 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home.


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2019-10-01 14:03:57 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Janice Holt and Henry Giles Festival is Saturday, 5 Oct 2019

Just a reminder of Saturday's annual Arts & Crafts Festival at the historic Janice Holt and Henry Giles Log Cabin Saturday, October 5, 2019 at 360 Spout Springs Road in Knifley, KY.

The Giles Society was established in 1996 to preserve the literary legacy of the couple and to restore their log home. For information call (270) 789-1713 or email keysha.tucker@yahoo.com.


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Silent City Tour 2019 at Columbia's City Cemetery

By Mike Watson

Fall is in the air--well, it is supposed to be by Monday, October 7th. That means the time has come for the annual Silent City Cemetery Walk at the Columbia Cemetery. Sponsored by the Adair County Public Library and the Adair County Genealogical Society, this walking tour of the oldest cemetery in town is in its second decade.

Those featured and their presenters follow:


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2019-10-01 07:51:06 | Comments | Printable version

Customer Appreciation Day at Farmers Market on the Square

By Donna Jones
Market Coordinator

Farmers Market on the Square will have Customer Appreciation Day on Saturday, October 5, 2019, beginning at 8amCT. We will have coffee, cider and doughnuts--stop by and enjoy!

The market has three weeks left until the 2019 season comes to an end. We want to thank each and every one that supports the market in any kind of way. We hope to see you on Saturday.


2019-10-01 07:21:18 | Comments | Printable version

Squarecrows 2019 Registry - Updated

By Ellen Zornes

Squarespots are still available, although limited. Just call the Chamber at 270-384-6020. Can’t wait to see ‘em!

The list of SquareCrows to date, Monday, September 30, 2019, follows:


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2019-10-01 06:56:05 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Arts Scene

Letter: Birthday wishes

Kristie Johnson writes:
I wanted to wish my husband Jeff Johnson a very happy birthday on 10/1/2019. His sons Tyler and Tanner and his wife love him very much!!! --Kristie


2019-10-01 05:33:09 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback

Kentucky Color: Drought of September 2019

By Billy Joe Fudge

Over the years I've explained thousands of times that a tree's root system extends to a tree's drip line. In other words, if a tree's crown were a giant umbrella, the drip line would be where the rain would be running off onto the ground.

However, the current Drought of September 2019 gives us the unique opportunity to peer beneath the ground, so to speak, and see the exact location of our tree's root systems. As the lone Sugar Maple which welcomes all visitors to Homeplace on Green River shows; where the green grass begins is where the tree's root system ends.

If you decide to water or feed your trees, this would be the location of maximum absorption for both.


2019-10-01 05:29:45 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Kentucky Color by Billy Joe Fudge

Fall Wildfire Hazard Season begins October 1

Adair County has been under a burn ban since September 19, 20199

By John Mura/Robin Hartman

Frankfort, KY - October 1 is the beginning of the Fall Wildfire Hazard Season, bringing burning restrictions to communities not already under a local burn ban.

The Commonwealth's 6am to 6pm Burning Law (KRS149.400) prohibits burning before 6pm local time if the fire is in, or within 150 feet of, woodland, brushland or fields containing dry grass or other flammable materials.

Officials with the Kentucky Division of Forestry (KDF) remind everyone to be careful with outdoor fire any time of the year, but especially during the wildfire seasons when the risk of a fire escaping is greatest. If a fire does escape, immediately contact the nearest Division of Forestry field office or local fire department.


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2019-10-01 05:23:28 | Comments | Printable version

KSP targeting high crash zones for aggressive drivers

By Sergeant Jason Morris

Frankfort, KY - The KSP Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Division has announced the start of a two-week enforcement blitz targeting aggressive driving behaviors.

The Ticketing Aggressive Cars and Trucks campaign, (TACT) begins October 1, 2019 and focuses on violations by motorists (both passenger car and commercial vehicle) who exhibit aggressive behaviors such as improper lanes changes, speeding, following too closely, not leaving enough space to pass and failure to yield the right-of-way.


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2019-10-01 05:17:09 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports

Mostly sunny and hot, high 95F

It's currently 66F at the Adair County Mesonet station. Hot weather will continue today, with mostly sunny skies and a high near 95F. Calm wind becoming southwest around 6 mph in the afternoon.

Tonight will be clear, with an overnight low around 64F and south wind 3 to 5 mph.

Wednesday will be sunny and hot again, with a high near 94F and calm wind becoming west 5 to 7 mph in the morning.

Wednesday night should be clear with a low around 65F and calm wind.


2019-10-01 05:14:01 | Comments | Printable version

Today - TUESDAY with CM - 1 Oct 2019

Haiku by Robert Stone for October 1, 2019:
Fame is a good thing
but cash is more convenient
in maintaining home.
--Robert Stone, Monday, 1 October 2019.
-1000 haiku twice now, now on to more days, Day 2940


2019-10-01 05:11:02 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today

7-County Area Courts for Tue 1 Oct 2019

Local schedules for Circuit Courts, District Courts, for Tuesday, October 1, 2019, at a glance:
  • Adair County: 2 events Circuit Court. No events District Court.
  • Casey County: No events Circuit Court. 41 events District Court.
  • Cumberland County: No events Circuit Court. No events District Court.
  • Green County: No events Circuit Court. No events District Court.
  • Metcalfe County: No events Circuit Court. No events District Court.
  • Russell County: No events Circuit Court. No events District Court.
  • Taylor County: 26 events Circuit Court. No events District Court.
Note: NOT Official. Always Click to Docket for all Kentucky Counties


2019-10-01 05:10:24 | Comments | Printable version


Birthdays and Anniversaries for October 1
Happy Anniversary, Chris and Becky Sharpe (2005) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Dallas and Joyce Eaton, (1966) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Jamie and Gale Cowan (1994) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Jimmy and Sandra Bell | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Bobby Willis | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Cathy Grant | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Clint Barnett | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Easton Christopher Downs (2000) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Haylee Case Harmon (1992) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Janet Hutcheson | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jeff Johnson (1971) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jenny LaBarge | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jon Brockman (1977) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Lucas Skoczylas | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Malissa McCarol | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Mariah Johnson (1998) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Ophillia McDonald (1910) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Renita VanArsdale (October 1, 2000) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Roxane Roberts (1971) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Shirley C. Holt (1933) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Zachary Janes (1990) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Anna J. Estes Perkins, Green County, KY (1947-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, James S. Netherland, Taylor County, KY (1921-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Gary David Sullivan, Cussell County, KY (1950-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Dale Bennett, Columbia, KY (1946-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mr. William James Smith, Cumberland Co., KY (1929) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Elizabeth Brockman Cave, Taylor Co., KY (1914) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bobby Wayne Willis, Adair County, KY (1938) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Odene Pyles, Adair Co., KY (1946) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Mary Norris Scott, Cumberland Co., KY (1920) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Roxie Stone, 87, Green County, KY (1925) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Stanley A. Murphy, Adair County, KY (1937-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mr. Steven James Hash, Taylor Co., KY (1954-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mr. Linwood Childers, Taylor County, KY (1940-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Phillip Sutton, Russell Co., KY, (1945-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Leonard Dean Finch, 53, Russell Co., KY (1962-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Raymond Russell, 84, Liberty, Casey Co., KY (1931-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Shirley Coffey Holt, Adair Co., KY (1933-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Barbara Reynolds, Campbellsville, KY (1936-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Sandra K. (Sandy) Sprowles, 65, Taylor Co., KY (1952-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bobbie Reid Shirley, Green County, KY (1943-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Gleda Bartley Hall, Cumberland County, KY (1946-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Chester G. Taylor, 69, Columbia, KY (1954-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lela Melson | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Matrie (Hill) Roach, 95, Chance, KY native (1928-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Michael Todd Holland, Green Co., KY (1967-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Treva R. Curtsinger, 87, Columbia, KY native (1933-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)

Events scheduled for Tuesday, October 1, 2019
All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
8:00amCTPraise Assembly of God Food Pantry Open each Tuesday, 08am-1pmCT, at Praise Assembly of God Church, 310 Jamestown Street, Columbia, KY. --Ann Burton Murphy | (ID:58722, Comment)
8:30amCTAdair Co. Public Library Pellyton Bookmobile Run | (ID:58751, Comment)
Adair Co. Public Library Daycare and Headstart Visits | (ID:58770, Comment)
9:00amCTAdair Food Pantry, 203 South Monroe Street, Columbia, KY Open 9am-12pmCT, --Stephanie Long, Director, 270-250-2847 | (ID:58727, Comment)
11:00amCTServices for William "Bill" C. Cowan, 75, former resident of Adair County, KY | (ID:58986, Comment)
7:00pmCTAdair Co. Agriculture Development Council meeting | (ID:58957, Comment)

 

































 
 
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