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Governor's Tuesday update, K-12 updates, rural updates

By Crystal Staley/Sebastian Kitchen

Frankfort, KY - Gov. Andy Beshear on Tuesday updated Kentuckians on the state's continuing efforts to fight the novel coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19).

Gov. Beshear continues to conduct news conference remotely as he and his family quarantine in the Governor's Mansion after they were potentially exposed to COVID-19 late Saturday afternoon through a member of the Governor's security detail.

"We are striving to have a positive attitude, given that really so little is being asked of us. And if it prevents others from being exposed to this virus, we are more than willing to do it," the Governor said.

The Beshear family will be tested regularly and will remain in quarantine until cleared by the Kentucky Department for Public Health (DPH).

"My entire family tested negative today," Gov. Beshear said. "We know it can take a while for the virus to manifest, and so we will be tested - I believe on Friday - again, but that was at least good to see."

Case Information
As of 4 p.m. Oct. 13, Gov. Beshear said there were at least 81,691 coronavirus cases in Kentucky, 776 of which were newly reported Tuesday. One hundred and eleven of the newly reported cases were from children up to age 18, of which 22 were age 5 and under. The youngest was just 1 month old.


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2020-10-13 19:27:51 | Comments | Printable version

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Scenic Kentucky: Coppiced Woods Trail



2020-10-13 - Jefferson Co., KY - Photo by Pen.
A fencerow along the Coppiced Woods Trail in Beckley Creek Park.

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Meals for Adair County Schools

By Dayna Parnell

Students that attended school face-to-face on Monday or Tuesday this week have already received meals for Wednesday.

Virtual student meal pick-ups will remain tomorrow, Wednesday, October 14, 2020, from 10amCT to NoonCT at ACPC, if you have already signed up.

We will be issuing meals at the same bus stop locations and Adair County Primary Center, as we did at the beginning of school, on Thursday, October 15 and Friday, October 16, 2020.

The bus stops include:
  • Adair County Primary Center
  • Knifley Fire Department
  • Breeding Fire Department
  • Garden Church/Highway East 80
  • Jones Chapel Church/Gradyville
  • Tarter's Chapel Church/Portland
  • Purdy Church/Highway 206
  • Gaddie Shamrock Lab/Highway 55 South
Pick-up times are as follows:
  • Bus Stops 10amCT to 11amCT
  • Adair County Primary Center 10amCT to NoonCT


2020-10-13 19:21:43 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education

Letter: Love the Square Crows

Connie Scott writes:
I absolutely love the Square Crows. So glad they are being done this year. I'm glad you are covering these. Please show more!
Comments re: SquareCrow art says Happy Fall


2020-10-13 19:18:50 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback

Bill Cox, 72, Columbia, KY (1948-2020)

Bill Cox of Columbia passed away on Tuesday, October 13, 2020 at his home. He was 72 years old.

A graveside service will be held at 2pmCT on Wednesday, October 14, 2020 at Haven Hill Cemetery, with Bro. Carli Riggs officiating. Burial will follow.


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2020-10-13 19:14:21 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

John S. Wethington, 70, Casey County, KY (1950-2020)

John S. Wethington age 70 of Liberty, KY passed away on Sunday October 11th, 2020 at his residence. He was born in Campbellsville, KY on January 23rd, 1950 a son of the late James M. and Mary Anita Wethington.

John was a truck driver for Green River Gate and a U.S. Navy Veteran.


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2020-10-13 17:40:22 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Nancy Buchanan, 92, Cumberland County, KY

Nancy O. Buchanan of Burkesville, Kentucky passed away Saturday, October 10, 2020, at The Cumberland Valley Manor in Burkesville, Kentucky, having attained the age of 92 years and 26 days. She was born in Livingston (Overton County), Tennessee on Saturday, September 15, 1928, the daughter of Robert and Hazel (Curtis) Officer.

She was of Baptist faith, a member of Burkesville Baptist Church, a school teacher and librarian for 45 years for the Cumberland County School System, and former owner of Curtis & McComas. She received her Associate’s degree from Lindsey Wilson College, and her Bachelor of Science degree, Master’s degree, and Rank I from Western Kentucky University. She was a member of the Burkesville Women’s Club, V. F. W. Auxiliary, Order of the Eastern Star Burkesville Chapter #380, Kentucky Retired Teachers Association, Cumberland County Retired Teachers, D. A. R., and W. M. U. Baptist Church.


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2020-10-13 17:03:06 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Retha Mae Wilham Davenport, 89, Casey County, KY

Retha Mae Wilham Davenport, of Liberty, passed away on Sunday, October 11, 2020, at home surrounded by her family. She was 89.

Born on April 5, 1931, in Casey County, Kentucky, she was a daughter of the late Earl and Stella Moran Wilham. Retha was a homemaker. She enjoyed quilting, cooking, and flowers. She loved children and being a Mom and a Grandma.


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2020-10-13 17:01:56 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

LWC Volleyball travels to Asbury tonight for Season Opener

By Brady Budke

The Lindsey Wilson volleyball team is set to open the 2020 campaign tonight, traveling to Wilmore, Kentucky to take on the Asbury Eagles beginning at 6pmCT.

Last season, the Blue Raiders corralled a 32-6 overall record which included a 14-2 mark in the Mid-South Conference. The squad claimed the MSC regular season & tournament championships en route to an appearance in the NAIA National Tournament Round of 16 under first year head coach Jerry Forbes.


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2020-10-13 11:59:08 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports

Healing Place of Campbellsville eligible for $200k CARES funds

By Crystal Staley/Megan Armstrong

Frankfort, KY - Today, Gov. Andy Beshear announced $2.8 million for 14 Recovery Kentucky centers across the commonwealth, including Healing Place of Campbellsville, and SKYHope Recovery Center for Women in Somerset, to help ensure safe, stable housing for those recovering from substance use disorder.

Through Community Development Block Grant CARES Act (CDBG-CV) funding, each center will be eligible for approximately $200,000 to offset costs incurred due to the novel coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19). Funds also help ensure centers can continue services while protecting residents and staff from COVID-19.

"Everyone should have access to safe, stable housing," said Gov. Beshear. "As Kentuckians recover from substance use disorders, we must ensure their safety and well-being, especially during this pandemic. This funding will provide much-needed assistance to keep residents and staffers safe from COVID-19."


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2020-10-13 11:57:28 | Comments | Printable version

Singing by The Hadleys at Mt. Zion Community Church

By Laverne Hadley

On Sunday, October 18, 2020, at 2pmCT, Mt. Zion Community Church, 100 Buel Collins Rd., Columbia, will be hosting a singing by The Hadleys.

Every one welcome, you will surely be blessed. All covid-19 guidelines will be followed.


2020-10-13 10:59:23 | Comments | Printable version

Deer Sample Collection Stations to monitor herd health

Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife

Frankfort, KY - Hunters can learn the age of their harvested deer and help the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources monitor the health of the state's deer and elk herds through a new voluntary program available this fall.

The department is establishing Deer Sample Collection Stations at several locations across the state, where hunters may submit the heads of their legally harvested and telechecked deer for Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) testing and aging.

Chronic Wasting Disease has not been detected in Kentucky but is found in six of seven bordering states. Samples collected in this effort will enhance Kentucky Fish and Wildlife's monitoring for the always-fatal brain disease that affects deer, elk, moose and caribou.


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2020-10-13 09:24:09 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Ky Afield Outdoors

Adair County Online Community Baby Shower

By Debra Cowan

The KY Moms program is offering a virtual Community Baby Shower for expectant Adair County moms. The event will take place from 4pmCT to 5:30pmCT on Tuesday, October 20, 2020.

Participants will join an online meeting to learn about available resources for pregnant women and mothers with new babies. Each attendee will receive a $20 gift card and other nice gifts.

Any expectant Adair County mother and mother with a baby less than 3 months old is eligible to participate. Please call KY Moms at 1-606-679-9425 to register to attend and receive the link to the meeting.

This event is co-sponsored by Adair County FRYSC's, KY-ASAP, Adair County Health Dept./HANDS.


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Former baseball player, Singleton, to speak at CU chapel

By Ariel C. Emberton, staff writer/photographer,
CU Office of University Communications

CAMPBELLSVILLE, Ky. - "Nobody chooses their skin color, so why would I ever hate you for yours? And why would you ever hate me for mine?" Chris Singleton said.

Singleton, a former baseball player for the Chicago Cubs and inspirational speaker, will speak at Campbellsville University's chapel service Oct. 14 at 10 a.m.

According to his website, Singleton's mother, Sharonda Coleman Singleton, was murdered along with eight other victims at Mother Emanuel AME church in downtown Charleston, S.C. in 2015 by a white male who wanted to start a race-related war in the United States.

Singleton forgave the man who murdered his mother and said, "Love is stronger than hate."


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2020-10-13 07:13:18 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education

KY Afield Video: October 10, 2020 Full Show



On this week's show: searching for one of the state's rarest and most interesting creatures, walking you step-by-step through the process of creating a European whitetail mount, and looking ahead to the upcoming rabbit season!


2020-10-13 07:05:18 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Ky Afield Outdoors

Ag Tags raised $611K in 2020 for 4-H, FFA, KDA

By Sean Southard

Frankfort, KY - Kentucky farmers donated $611,743.08 to the Ag Tag Program in the 2020 fiscal year that ended June 30, Agriculture Commissioner Dr. Ryan Quarles announced.

Kentucky motorists who buy or renew farm vehicle license plates, or "ag tags," may make a voluntary donation of up to $10 to the Ag Tag Fund. Half of the 4-H and FFA funds go back to the county where the tag is purchased, where both organizations use the funds to support local programming, awards, and scholarships.

"Year after year, Kentucky farm families step up to support our premier youth agricultural organizations and the Kentucky Department of Agriculture," Commissioner Quarles said. "Since I have taken office, we have made a concerted effort to increase the visibility of this program and have raised nearly $3 million as a result. I am appreciative to each and every agricultural producer for supporting this fund during this critical time."


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Steve F. Mann, 61, Jamestown, KY (1958-2020)

Steve Franklin Mann of Jamestow lost his battle to long term illness on Wednesday, October 7, 2020, at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital in Somerset. He was 61 years old.

Care and cremation was chosen. Steve believed in prayer before death and requested no services or expressions of sympathy.


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2020-10-13 06:57:58 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Sunny skies today, high 67F

It's currently 44F at the Adair County Mesonet station. Today will be sunny, with a high near 67F and northeast wind 3 to 6 mph.

Tonight will be clear, with an overnight low around 43F and calm wind.

Wednesday will be sunny again and warmer, with a high near 75F nad calm wind becoming south 5 to 7 mph in the morning.

Wednesday night will be clear, with an overnight low around 55F and south wind 5 to 8 mph.


2020-10-13 06:53:54 | Comments | Printable version

Haiku by Robert Stone for October 13, 2020

Regardless of words,
when looked at admiringly
they seem compliment.
--Robert Stone, Tuesday, 13 October 2020.
-1000 haiku thrice now, more days coming up, Day 3318


2020-10-13 06:51:41 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today

7-County Area Courts for Tue 13 Oct 2020

Local schedules for Circuit Courts, District Courts, for Tuesday, October 13, 2020, at a glance:
  • Adair County: 95 events Circuit Court. No events District Court.
  • Casey County: No events Circuit Court. 9 events District Court.
  • Cumberland County: No events Circuit Court. No events District Court.
  • Green County: 5 events Circuit Court. 7 events District Court.
  • Metcalfe County: 34 events Circuit Court. No events District Court.
  • Russell County: 53 events Circuit Court. 120 events District Court.
  • Taylor County: 129 events Circuit Court. 3 events District Court.
Note: NOT Official. Always Click to Docket for all Kentucky Counties


2020-10-13 06:51:13 | Comments | Printable version


Birthdays and Anniversaries for October 13
Happy Anniversary, Charles and Nadine Giles | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Ralph and Glinda Waggener | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Red and Fran Burris (1967) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Chad Barnett (1970) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Courtney Roy | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Isaac Petty | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, James Walker | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jordan Hale (2004) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jordan Moss (1989) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Joseph Harrison (1987) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Mark Franklin | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Maxine Wilson | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Pam Hale | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Shelly Yarberry (1974) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday Nora Cecil, Taylor Co., KY (1923) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday Francis C. Burnham, Taylor Co., KY (1920) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Linda Sue Barnsfeather, 59, Columbus, IN/Adair Co. KY (1949-2009) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Henry Duvall, Adair Co., KY (1925) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, for James Emmanuel Abell, Adair Co., KY (1921) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mary J. Beard, formerly of Adair Co., KY | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Joseph Lynn Holtzclaw, Adair Co., KY (1955) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Virginia "Sis" Curry Childers, Taylor Co., KY (1922) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jerry D. Passmore, Russell Springs, KY (1990) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Gary D. Branham, Cumberland Co., KY (1955) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ruby Ethel Warren, Knifley, KY (1922) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, William McClellan Wooldridge, Green Co., KY native (1936) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Stephen Woods, Casey County, KY (1968-2012) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, James A. Gaskin, Russell County, KY (1929) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mary Louis Helm, Adair County, KY (1947) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Kathryn F. Foley, 65, Russell County, KY (1947-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Marianna Mayorga Stargel, Russell Co., KY (1954-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Raymond L. Dillingham, Adair County, KY (1964-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Vickie Foster Pelly, Crab Orchard, KY (1943-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory BIrthday, Richard (Junior) Smither, Casey Co., KY (1941-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bobbie Jo Pegg, Adair County, KY (1950-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Harold Mitchum (Mitch) Harvey, Adair Co., KY (1942-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Juanita Loy Young, 95, Adair Co., KY (1918-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Tim Cox, Taylor County, KY (1958-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In memory birthday, Maxine Shirley, Summer Shade, KY (1940-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ida Mae Wheeler, Adair Co., KY (1932-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
in Memory Birthday, Carl Monday, 75, Casey Co., KY (1940-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Hildred L. (Pete) Jessie, 76, Edmonton, KY (1939-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Miss Evie Faith Glover, infant, Campbellsville, KY (13 Oct 2016 - 23 Oct 2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Richard M. (Buster) French , 81, Taylor County, KY (1935-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lee Ann Newby Frink, 84, Cumberland Co., KY (1932-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mary Lola Skaggs, Russell Co., KY (1933-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, David Cable, 65, Taylor County, KY (1951-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Eva Close Sallee Bowman, Taylor Co./Green Co., KY native (1920-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Charles Douglas Whitley, 40, Taylor Co., KY (1977-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Dorothy Murray, Glensfork, KY (1927-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Anthony D. (Boo) Mitchell, 60, Taylor Co., KY native (1962-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Gerald Lee Keltner, Greensburg, KY (1957-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Harold Ray Warren, 83, Columbia, KY (1938-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Kathryn Ann Mignault, 79, Columbia, KY (1942-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Norman D. Christie, Sr., 90, Campbellsville, KY (1931-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Pansy Spears Wagoman, 98, Burkesville, KY (1918-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ronald Frank (R.D.) Dicken, 68, Campbellsville, KY (1952-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, William Tony Staley, 61, Burkesville, KY (1959-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Wilma Geneva Priddy Shuffett, 89, Green County, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)

Events scheduled for Tuesday, October 13, 2020
All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
6:30amCTTJ Health Columbia Lab Pre-Draws, 6:30amCT to 9:30amCT
Blood work and flu shots available each day. | (ID:60984, Comment)
8:00amCTEarly In-Person Voting begins today at the County-Wide Voting Center
The County-Wide Voting Center is located in the Basement of Adair County Annex Building, 424 Public Square, Columbia KY. Please follow CDC Guidelines and practice social distancing, and please be prepared to prove ID. | (ID:60968, Comment)
9:00amCTAdair Food Pantry, 203 South Monroe Street, Columbia, KY Open 9am-12pmCT, Contact: Michele Fruth, Director, 270-250-5432 | (ID:61057, Comment)
1:00pmCTServices for Arthur Hayden Gilpin, 89, Columbia, KY native (1931-2020) | (ID:61083, Comment)
2:00pmCTServices for Shaurlene Cape, 66, Adair Co. native (1953-2020) | (ID:61086, Comment)
4:00pmCTAdair County Middle School SBDM Council meeting | (ID:61087, Comment)
Adair County Elementary School SBDM Council meeting (click for link) | (ID:61090, Comment)
5:00pmCTACPC SBDM Council meeting (click for meeting link) | (ID:61088, Comment)
6:00pmCTAdair County Fiscal Court meeting (click for agenda) | (ID:61089, Comment)

 

































 
 
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