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Daily News for Tuesday, December 8, 2020
Governor: State surpasses 3 million tests By Crystal Staley/Sebastian Kitchen Frankfort, KY - Today, Gov. Andy Beshear heralded some positive signs in Kentucky's fight against the coronavirus: Daily, week-over-week positive cases fell by 1,000 Tuesday and the commonwealth surpassed more than 3 million COVID-19 tests administered. "We have built in the last nine months a system that provides over 350 testing locations, that has now done more than 3 million tests in a state that 4.4 million people," the Governor said. Gov. Beshear also highlighted a new amicus brief filed with the U.S. Supreme Court by the American Medical Association and the Louisville Metro Department of Public Health & Wellness. The brief emphasizes that Gov. Beshear's recent orders had detailed scientific rationale: "The public health order at issue in this case, which temporarily ordered the closure of all Kentucky schools from kindergarten through high school for in-person learning, was based on sound scientific considerations. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2020-12-08 17:46:25 | Comments | Printable version
Get Covered 2021 Today, Gov. Beshear proclaimed Dec. 10, 2020 as "Get Covered Day" and joined a broad coalition of other states, health care groups and health care providers in launching Get Covered 2021. "Get Covered 2021 is a national effort to encourage mask-wearing and to substantially increase the number of people with health coverage," the Governor said. Get Covered 2021 emphasizes:
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Reagan Turner is NAIA Player of the Week By Christopher Coombs Reagan Turner was named the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) Women's Basketball Player of the Week, Officials at the national office announced on Tuesday. The award comes on the heels of being named the Mid-South Conference Player of the Week on Monday. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2020-12-08 17:39:26 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
Time running out to receive utility assistance By John Mura/Robin Hartman Frankfort, KY - Today, Gov. Andy Beshear and Energy and Environment Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Goodman highlighted an approaching deadline for eligible families to receive assistance to pay overdue utility bills. The $15 million Healthy at Home Utility Assistance Fund helps those who are struggling to pay water, sewer, electric or gas bills due to COVID-19. Those who qualify can receive up to $500 for water and wastewater bills and up to $400 to pay gas or electric utility bills. The fund expires on December 31, 2020, or earlier if the fund is depleted, so eligible Kentuckians should apply now at www.capky.org. To date, $6.81 million has already been requested. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2020-12-08 17:34:17 | Comments | Printable version
Mary Helen Holt, 88, Russell Springs, KY (1931-2020) Mary Helen Holt of Russell Springs passed away Monday, November 30, 2020, at Barren County Nursing and Rehab Center, Glasgow, Kentucky. She was 88 years old. Funeral services will be held privately on Saturday, December 12, 2020, at Wilson Funeral Home Chapel, 391 East Steve Wariner Drive, Russell Springs, KY. Visitation will also be held privately on Saturday, December 12, 2020, at Wilson Funeral Home Chapel, 391 East Steve Wariner Drive, Russell Springs, KY. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2020-12-08 17:32:01 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Fiscal Court meeting agenda By Bridget Compton The Adair County Fiscal Court will meet at 6pmCT tonight, Tuesday, December 8, 2020, in regular session in the basement of the Adair County Annex, 424 Public Square, Columbia, KY. This meeting will be held via ZOOM, and will NOT be open to the public, but will be live streamed on the Adair County Fiscal Court's Facebook Page. Meeting Agenda: Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2020-12-08 17:27:47 | Comments | Printable version
Hope Vest Calhoun Peyton, 71, Casey County, KY (1949-2020) Hope Vest Calhoun Peyton age 71 of Liberty, KY passed away on Tuesday December 8, 2020 at her residence. She was born in Yosemite, KY on March 30th, 1949 a daughter of the late Howard and Enola Pittman Vest. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2020-12-08 16:50:51 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
James 'Jim' Hill, 73, Russell County, KY (1947-2020) James “Jim” Hill, of Jamestown, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, December 6, 2020 at his home. He was 73 years of age. Jim was a US Army Veteran of the Vietnam War and a truck driver for thirty-two years. He enjoyed boating, fishing, and working with computers and electronics. Jim also liked watching old movies. He attended Grace Independent Baptist Church. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2020-12-08 11:51:13 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Sen. Max Wise to participate in Adair Co. Town Hall By Dustin Isaacs Frankfort, KY - Senator Max Wise (R-Campbellsville) will be in Adair County for a town hall meeting at 8:30amCT on Thursday, December 17, 2020, at the Adair County Annex Building-Community Room at 424 Public Square, Columbia, KY. The event will be live streamed on the Adair County Fiscal Court's Facebook Page. The town hall will focus on discussions related to the upcoming 2021 Regular Session of the Kentucky General Assembly. Over the past several months, Sen. Wise and fellow lawmakers have spent their time preparing legislative priorities. Legislative committee meetings have focused on Kentucky's response to the COVID-19 pandemic and its various impacts on health, education, the state budget, and more. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2020-12-08 11:05:48 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Politics
Carter announces retirement as President of CU Campbellsville, KY - Dr. Michael V. Carter, president of Campbellsville University, announced his retirement from the university. The president, in his 22nd year at CU, said, "It has been a great honor to serve this wonderful university, its faculty, staff, coaches and students. We have accomplished and exceeded many of the goals we first envisioned. It is time for a new chapter in my life." Henry Lee, chair of the Campbellsville University Board of Trustees, said, "The tenure of Mike Carter at this institution has had a profound influence for positive change. He has set a course that has forever transformed Campbellsville University." Carter was appointed president on Aug. 1, 1999 and had his thumbprint on a multitude of improvements in programs, physical facilities and budgets. Carter said, "I felt a calling to come to Campbellsville University. I now leave knowing that my time here has been what God intended." Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2020-12-08 11:01:06 | Comments | Printable version
Gov. Beshear: Better days ahead in 2021 By Crystal Staley/Sebastian Kitchen Frankfort, KY - At the end of his first year in office, Gov. Andy Beshear today said tough but smart steps taken to control the coronavirus pandemic and save lives have positioned the commonwealth to distribute vaccines, defeat COVID-19 and build a better Kentucky in 2021. "Fighting COVID-19 has not been easy, but unlike many states, Kentucky was able to stop surges of COVID-19, which saved tens of thousands of lives compared with early projections and helped to protect health care systems and front-line workers from being completely overwhelmed," Gov. Beshear said. "All the sacrifices we have made on Team Kentucky have left our people stronger and our state better prepared to emerge from this dark period ready to quickly embrace new opportunities." Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2020-12-08 10:57:53 | Comments | Printable version
Bryson elevated to Lindsey Wilson's head athletic trainer By Christopher Coombs Lindsey Bryson has been named Lindsey Wilson's head athletic trainer, LWC athletics director Willis Pooler announced today. Bryson elevates to the role following Emily Sigler's departure to join the armed forces. Bryson is in her third year at Lindsey Wilson College. She currently serves as the athletic trainer for men's and women's basketball, cheerleading and dance, football, and softball. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2020-12-08 10:53:18 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
Mack Burton, 89, Russell County, KY (1930-2020) Mack W. Burton, of Russell Springs, passed away on Sunday, December 6, 2020. He was 89 years of age. Mack was a US Air Force veteran of the Korean War and US Postal Service mail carrier for 42 years. Born on December 30, 1930, in Russell Springs, Kentucky, he was a son of the late Virgil and Jewell Wilson Burton. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2020-12-08 08:50:42 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Metcalfe CJE office closed to public until 21 Dec 2020 Emory Kidd, Director of Metcalfe County Emergency Management, announced that the Metcalfe County Judge Executive office will be closed until December 21, 2020. During this time there will be no one in the downstairs of the Metcalfe County Government Center. However, the phones will be answered, 270-432-3181. 2020-12-08 08:41:41 | Comments | Printable version
Darrell Lainhart, 77, Adair County, KY (1943-2020) Darrell Lainhart, of Columbia, passed away on Sunday, December 6, 2020 at the age of 77. He was a former Kentucky State Trooper, retired from the Square D company. Darrell loved antique cars and going to car shows. He attended the Mt. Calvary Community Church in Dunnville. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2020-12-08 07:35:48 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Mary Marie Reeder, 85, Jamestown, KY (1935-2020) Mary Marie Reeder of Jamestown, formerly of Louisville, KY, passed away on Sunday, December 6, 2020, at Fair Oaks Nursing Home. She was 85 years old. Services will be held privately, for family only, with Bro. Larry Johnson officiating. All attending please wear a face covering and follow Covid rules. Burial will follow in Reeder Cemetery Jamestown, KY. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2020-12-08 06:59:29 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Trevor Lawson earns MSC Wrestler of the Week honor By Christopher Coombs Trevor Lawson of the Lindsey Wilson wrestling team has been tabbed the MSC Wrestler of the Week, Conference officials announced on Monday. It is the first weekly honor of his career. Lawson helped the Blue Raiders with four dual wins on the week with two dominating wins over nationally-ranked opponents. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2020-12-08 06:49:12 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
City of Columbia Mayor's Report for November, 2020 The Columbia City Council met for its final regular meeting of 2020 Monday, December 7, 2020 with all members present on the Internet via Zoom due to the continuing rise in COVID-19 cases in the region. It was the last meeting for Council Member June Parson who retired this year. Below is the report of highlights shared by the Mayor from the November staff activities. By Mayor Pamela Hoots 1. We have picked up over 100 loads of brush and leaves during the month. During one week only: had 14 loads of leaves, 40 bags of leaves, and eight loads of brush. 2. Donnie Rowe with the street department has retired. 3. City trees on the square and in the city parking lot were trimmed during the month. 4. Flags were taken down after Veterans Day. We had good success with flags being sponsored for veterans. New flags are being orders and will be in honor of/in memory of veterans. We will be publishing a listing of sponsors and veterans. Thanks to all who participated. 5. The city's street department and the city's parks and recreation dug up stumps and helped remove from the Little League Park. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2020-12-08 06:46:25 | Comments | Printable version
Sign up for upcoming Born Learning Academy Any Adair County parent that is pregnant or has a child under the age of 5 years is invited to join the ONLINE Adair County Bornlearning Academy. The Bornlearning Academy is a series of family workshops for parents of children not yet enrolled in Kindergarten, where parents learn how to turn everyday moments into learning opportunities. Jodie Stephens will be our Virtual Teacher for these sessions and the participants will pick up their packet of information from me by drive thru prior to each session. They will also receive many nice items (book, ingredients to make a special recipe, and other door prizes). Because parents are a child's first and most important teacher and we want to form early partnerships with families that help prepare children for Kindergarten. You will receive valuable information that can help you prepare your child for future school success. Limited space is available. Door prizes and gifts will be given out to the first 24 who register! How do I register to attend? Contact the Family Resource Center at Adair County Primary Center by calling 270-384-9752 or by sending an email to paula.garrison@adair.kyschools.us. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2020-12-08 06:45:01 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
Henry Lee Faulkner, 78, Burkesville, KY Mr. Henry Lee Faulkner of Burkesville passed away Monday, December 7, 2020, at T.J. Community Hospital in Glasgow, Kentucky. He was 78 years old. The funeral service for Mr. Henry Lee Faulkner will be held at 11amCT on Thursday, December 10, 2020, in the Memory Chapel of Norris-New Funeral Home. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, December 9, 2020 after 3pmCT until the funeral hour on Thursday. By the Governors orders, the visitation is limited to 25 persons. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2020-12-08 06:33:30 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Joan Cole Lawless Loy, 80, Columbia, KY (1940-2020) Joan Cole Lawless Loy of Columbia, and formerly of Somerset, departed this life on December 5, 2020. She was 80 years old. In accordance with the government directives during this time of pandemic, the family will conduct a private graveside service on Thursday, December 10, 2020. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2020-12-08 06:28:26 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
KSP announces 2021 Trooper Island car raffle By Trooper Jonathan Biven Frankfort, KY - The season of giving is here and the Kentucky State Police (KSP) hope citizens will consider the purchase of a Trooper Island Camp raffle ticket as a stocking stuffer for that special gift item. The raffle is for a new 2021 Chevrolet Camaro 2SS Convertible and proceeds from the sales support the agency's Trooper Island Camp for disadvantaged children. Coming from Don Franklin Chevrolet in Burkesville, Ky., this iconic Camaro is cloaked in a black exterior and gray, leather interior. It's equipped with 6.2 liter V8 engine and a 10-speed paddle-shift automatic transmission that can go from 0-60 in 4.3 seconds. Tickets are $10 each and are available at www.trooperisland.org or at any KSP post located throughout the state. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2020-12-08 06:23:33 | Comments | Printable version
LCDHD COVID-19 Public Information Brief 12/7/2020 By Amy Tomlinson Lake Cumberland District Health Department New Cases: We report that our total case count has increased by 156 today: Adair: 13; Casey: 8; Clinton: 9; Cumberland: 1; Green: 6; McCreary: 25; Pulaski: 57; Russell: 15; and, Taylor: 22. Our current new case growth rate is: 1.022. This means our total case count is projected to double every 32.16 days. The most new cases we ever added in a single day was on 12/02/2020 when we added 288 cases. Statewide Testing Positivity Rate: 9.6%. Deaths: We are sad to report 7 new deaths today. We have experienced a total of 158 deaths resulting in a 1.62% mortality rate (about 1 in 62) among known cases. This compares with a 1.03% mortality rate at the state level, and a 1.9% morality rate at the national level. Our hearts and prayers go out to all the families and friends who have lost loved ones. Hospitalizations: We presently have 75 cases* in the hospital. This is 4 more than what we reported yesterday. We have had a total of 589 hospitalizations resulting in a 6.04% hospitalization rate (about 1 in 17) among known cases. The state hospitalization rate is 5.3%. (*This number is an estimation. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2020-12-08 06:19:02 | Comments | Printable version
Cloudy today, high 42F It's currently 32F at the Adair County Mesonet station. Today will be cloudy, with a high near 42F and calm wind becoming northwest around 5 mph. Tonight will be partly cloudy, with an overnight low around 28F and south wind 3 to 7 mph. Wednesday should be sunny and warmer, with a high near 55F. Southwest wind 7 to 10 mph. Wednesday Night will be clear, with an overnight low around 31F and southwest wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening. 2020-12-08 06:15:54 | Comments | Printable version
Governor says additional December vaccine shipments expected By Crystal Staley/Sebastian Kitchen Frankfort, KY - On Monday, Gov. Andy Beshear announced the state is expecting two additional COVID-19 vaccine shipments before the end of the year. In total, the state expects at least 38,000 Pfizer doses and 109,000 Moderna doses in December. The Governor expects more Pfizer allocations to be announced at a later date, possibly before the end of the month. "The end of this virus is out there. We can see it, and we can feel it. But it's still months away, and until then, we've got to do the right things to protect one another, knowing that when we work hard, we save the lives of those around us and ensure we have the health care capacity we need," said Gov. Beshear. The Governor expects Kentucky will receive approximately: 38,000 Pfizer doses the week of Dec. 13-19 (previously announced on Nov. 30); 76,000 Moderna doses the week of Dec. 20-26; and more than 33,000 Moderna doses from Dec. 27-31. Gov. Beshear reminded Kentuckians that while these numbers are the state's best estimate at this time based on available information from the federal government, they are subject to change. Each of these doses will go to a different Kentuckian; they are the initial shots that will be followed up with a booster vaccine about three weeks later. Both Pfizer's and Moderna's vaccines require an initial dose and a booster dose. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2020-12-08 06:13:46 | Comments | Printable version
Haiku by Robert Stone for December 8, 2020 Keep-your-distance eyes--Robert Stone, Tuesday, 8 December 2020. -1000 haiku thrice now, more days coming up, Day 3374 2020-12-08 06:11:03 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today
7-County Area Courts for Tue 8 Dec 2020 Local schedules for Circuit Courts, District Courts, for Tuesday, December 8, 2020, at a glance:
2020-12-08 06:08:25 | Comments | Printable version Birthdays and Anniversaries for December 8 Happy Anniversary, Loy and Rita Coomer | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Sharon and Steve Stotts | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Troy and Beth Kimbler (1995) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Christa Celeste Bardin (2001) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Hayley Elizabeth Coffey (2005) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jaclyn Smith | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jo Schorman (1958) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Kelly Holland (1968) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Lynda Wilkerson | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Marcy McCanmmish | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Nona M. Hadley (1922) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Phillip Franklin (1972) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Red Burris | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Talyn Wheeler | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tamara Keen | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tevin Harvey (2004) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Orphra Hreha, 88, Casey County, KY (1928-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William Eudean Workman, Greensburg, KY (1926-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ella J. Holmes, Campbellsville, KY (1931-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Leslie Brown (Red) Thrasher, Burkesville, KY (1939-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Charles Thomas (Tom) Milby, Campbellsville, KY (1942-2020) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James Robert AtkinsonTaylor Co., KY (1966) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Susan Grant, Adair Co., KY (1964) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Delma Lee McQueary, Russell Co., KY (1921) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bonnie Sue Gaffron, Adair County, KY (1950) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Vaughan Sharp, Taylor County, KY (1937-2012) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Charlene Dowell Dunbar, Russell County, KY (1947) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Boyce W. Pickett, Green County, KY (1921-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bro. Sam Burris, Adair Co., KY (1950-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Betty D. Lewis, Summersville, KY (1935-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Eli Parrigin, Columbia, KY (1947-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Billy Tupman, 79, Russell County, KY (1934-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Willie (Billy) Brewington, Cumbeland Co., KY (1938-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, David Alan (Jigger) Ray, Green Co., KY (1960-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Alva Reeder Lofton, 82, Russell County, KY | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Fred (Freddie) Luttrell, Casey County, KY (1943-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Lisa G. Edwards, Taylor Co., KY (1963-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Jason Eli (Jay) Johnson, Campbellsville, KY (1974-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, George Wallace Shirley, Metcalfe Co., KY (1946-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Drama (LaVerne) McGinnis Davenport, Casey County, Kentucky (1932-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bro. Bobby Clark, Bethelridge, Casey County, KY (1943-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Johnnie Brenda Finley Harlan, 74, Burkesville, KY (1943-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Leon Johnson , 67, Taylor County, KY (1950-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Cheryl Jones Powell, 53, Albany, KY (1967-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dr. William R. (Randy) Davenport, 95, Campbellsville, KY (1925-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dwayne T. Coomer, Russell Co., KY, Adair Co. KY native (1964-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Janet Wood, 65, Adair Co., KY native (1955-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Margie Breeding Coomer, 98, Columbia, KY (1924-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rhonda Lee Turner, 71, Cave City, KY (1949-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sherlene Rooks, 72, Columbia, KY (1949-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Shirley Patterson Underwood, 73, Campbellsville, KY (1949-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Shirley T. Burton, 81, Columbia, KY (1939-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Tuesday, December 8, 2020 All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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