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CPD: Firearm Arrest

By Officer Adam Cravens, PIO
Columbia Police Department

On Wednesday, December 30, 2020, the Columbia Police Department was dispatched to an apartment complex on Carie Bolin Drive in reference to a caller stating a male party was beating on their door and making threats.

Upon arrival subject was already gone and other units began searching in the area. Soon after, officers initiated a traffic stop on Hurt Street near IGA, with a vehicle matching the description male party was said to be driving. Search yielded a handgun in the vehicle, and male party, who is a convicted felon, was taken into custody.


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2020-12-30 21:57:50 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports

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LCDHD Daily COVID-19 Case Summary for Dec 30, 2020



2020-12-30 - Russell County, KY - Photo from LCDHD daily report.
This chart shows our ten counties by the numbers of Coronavirus active cases, hospitalizations, self isolations, deaths and totals in the Lake Cumberland Health District. It does not track Metcalfe County, the other of Adair's surrounding counties, which is in the Barren River Health District.

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LCDHD: Record new cases on 12/30/2020

By Amy Tomlinson
Lake Cumberland District Health Department

Unfortunately, we hit a new record of new cases at 301 today. This is probably due to a combination of more people being tested after the holidays, and more spread of the disease because of holiday gatherings. Almost certainly this will result in an increase in deaths and hospitalizations over the coming days.

COVID-19 is still spreading quickly, and both deaths and hospitalizations are high. So, let's all do our part in slowing the spread of COVID-19 by wearing our face coverings, avoiding crowds (especially in confined spaces), social distancing when around others, increasing our hand hygiene, increasing our general sanitation, and by avoiding the touching of our faces.

The health department offices will be closed on Thursday and Friday in observance of the New Year's holiday. There will be no Daily Brief sent on those days.


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2020-12-30 20:22:05 | Comments | Printable version

Use less, spend less, stress less this season

From the Adair County Cooperative Extension Service

Debt is not something anyone wants to receive during the holidays. The events of 2020 have left most Kentuckians with less money to spend on nonessentials like gifts, travel, and celebrations. Tighter budgets do not have to mean a more stressful season. Remember, never go into debt buying a present, taking a trip, or throwing a party you cannot afford. Holiday celebrations should bring us joy rather than stress.

If the events of the past year have left your holiday budget anything but cheerful, consider the following ways to reduce your costs (and stress) this season.


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2020-12-30 19:30:42 | Comments | Printable version

Noel Barkley Druin, 82, Campbellsville, KY (1938-2020)

Mr. Noel Barkley Druin of Campbellsville passed away on December 26th, 2020. He was 82 years old.

Funeral Services will be held at 2pmET on Saturday, January 2, 2021 at Auberry Funeral Home, 503 East Main St., Campbellsville, KY, with Bro. Alex Cox officiating. Burial will follow in Elliott Cemetery in Elkhorn, Kentucky with full military honors by the Marion County Chapter DAV Honor Guard.

A walk-through visitation will be held on Friday, January 1, 2021, from 5pmET until 8pmET at Auberry Funeral Home and Cremation Services in downtown Campbellsville.

Social distancing guidelines and masks are required upon entering the building.


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2020-12-30 19:30:41 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Governor encourages safe and small New Year's celebrations

By Crystal Staley/Sebastian Kitchen

Frankfort, KY - On Wednesday, Gov. Andy Beshear updated Kentuckians on COVID-19 case information and encouraged safe and small New Year's celebrations, ideally with just one household.

"Our report for today is higher than it has been for a number of days. The progress we have made is fragile. We have to keep working and making good decisions every day," said Gov. Beshear. "We need everybody to be safe this New Year's Eve. Do not gather in large groups."

The Governor said the state's elevated positivity rate today may be the result of some labs and public testing sites closing for the holidays this week, increasing the percentage of tests conducted in medical settings where patients are already experiencing symptoms and suspect they may have the virus.


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2020-12-30 19:25:35 | Comments | Printable version

Marsha Brown, 63, Hustonville, KY (1957-2020)

Marsha Gail Brown of Hustonville passed away on Tuesday, December 29, 2020, at her residence. She was 63 years old.

Private Family Services will be held on Saturday at Bartle Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. Wayne Naylor officiating. Burial will follow in the Durham Cemetery.

A walk thru visitation will be held from 6pmET until 9pmET on Friday, January 1, 2021 at Bartle Funeral Home Chapel.

Due to State Mandate: Masks will be required for the funeral and visitation. For the health and respect of the family please follow all rules for social distancing.


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2020-12-30 19:21:18 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Joe Douglas, 44, Liberty, KY (1976-2020)

Joe Douglas passed away at his home in Liberty on Wednesday, December 30, 2020, surrounded by family. He was 44 years old.

Funeral services will be held at 2pmET on Sunday, January 3, 2021, at McKinney-Brown Funeral Home, 752 Campbellsville St, Liberty, KY. Burial will follow in the Whited Cemetery.

Visitation will be from NoonET until 2pmET Sunday at McKinney-Brown Funeral Home. Please enter through the front doors (Campbellsville Street side) when you arrive at the funeral home. Social distancing guidelines must be followed by everyone in attendance. Facial coverings ARE required.


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2020-12-30 19:13:26 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Gary Wayne Gosser, 70, Russell Springs, KY (1950-2020)

Gary Wayne Gosser of Russell Springs passed away on Friday, December 25, 2020, at Russell County Hospital. He was 70 years old.

Funeral services will be held at 1pmCT on Saturday, January 2, 2021, at Wilson Funeral Home Chapel, 391 East Steve Wariner Drive, Russell Springs, KY, with Bro. Lindsey Cornett officiating.

Visitation will be held at 11amCT on Saturday, January 2, 2021, at Wilson Funeral Home Chapel, 391 East Steve Wariner Drive, Russell Springs, KY.


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2020-12-30 19:04:51 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

James Montie Helm, 86, Jamestown, KY native (1934-2020)

James Montie Helm of Shepherdsville passed away on Monday, December 28, 2020, while in the company of family members, at his daughter's residence. He was 86 years old.

Services will be held privately, at the convenience of family, at H.E. Pruitt Memory Chapel, Jamestown, KY. Interment will follow at Hadley Cemetery Jamestown, KY.

A walk through visitation will be held on Thursday from 11amCT until 1pmCT at H. E. Pruitt Memory Chapel. Covid Practices are in place.


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2020-12-30 18:59:32 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

LCDHD COVID-19 Public Information Brief 12/29/2020

By Amy Tomlinson

Lake Cumberland District Health Department

We are still experiencing high numbers of new cases, and high numbers of deaths and hospitalizations. So, let's all do our part in slowing the spread of COVID-19 by wearing our face coverings, avoiding crowds (especially in confined spaces), social distancing when around others, increasing our hand hygiene, increasing our general sanitation, and by avoiding the touching of our faces.

Statewide Testing Positivity Rate: 8.41%.

Active (Current) Cases: We added 77 more cases today than we had deceased and/or released cases. This leaves us with 941 active cases in our district across all 10 of our district's 10 counties. On 12/10/2020 we were at our peak number of active cases, 1,339.


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2020-12-30 18:54:06 | Comments | Printable version

LWC Basketball to battle Georgetown Thursday Afternoon

By Brady Budke

The Lindsey Wilson men's and women's basketball teams are set to return to the court tomorrow afternoon, facing off against Georgetown (KY) at the Davis-Reid Alumni Gym, 400 E College St, Georgetown, KY. The women's game is slated for NoonCT, while the men will play shortly after at 2:30pmCT.


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2020-12-30 18:51:48 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports

Adair County Schools meal pick-ups beginning January 4, 2021

By Dayna Parnell
Assistant Food Service/Finance Director

On Monday, January 4, 2021, the Adair County Schools Food Service Department will provide 5-day meal boxes at Adair County Primary Center for all Virtual Students and BLUE Tribe Students; and at Adair County Elementary School for the RED Tribe Students.

Pick-up times are as follows:
  • Adair County Elementary School 10amCT to 1pmCT
  • Adair County Primary Center 10amCT to 1pmCT
As we transition back into the Hybrid schedule starting January 11, 2021, we will go back to meal pickups for all Virtual Only students on Wednesday, January 13, 2021. The pickup time and place will be the same as before; Adair County Primary Center from 10amCT to NoonCT. Students who attend school in person on the Blue/Red schedule will continue to bring meals home for the days they are not physically at school.

If you are unable to pick up meals at the times mentioned, please call Carol Roy or Dayna Parnell at the Central Office at 270-384-2476, extension 2003 or 2004. We will work with you to make arrangements to get the meals.


2020-12-30 11:55:55 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education

City Of Columbia: State of the City address

By Mayor Pamela Hoots

It is that time again, when we give a recap of the year to all local residents. This has been an unusual year in many aspects. We have had challenges that have never happened before in our lifetime.

COVID 19
The city government, like many elsewhere, was affected by the COVID 19 pandemic. Several departments in the local government were either quarantined; or, had altered work scheduled. We want to commend those employees, who worked through scheduling changes, and extended hours during this time.

At the same time, our office at city hall has undergone some changes. We now have Plexiglas at the back entrance; as well as a door into the lobby. We have masks and sanitizer available. We also have alternated at a couple of times the availability to get into the office. The front lobby door remains closed; and, the back is closed (but, the public can call and make an appointment). Our office area for the lobby is small; and, we must limit that. We do have several options available to pay gas bills (online, in the drop box at the back entrance, call in).

Gas Department
We are pleased that a project that has been considered for the city on/off for numerous years has some to fruition. The Green Hills Project, which takes the gas from Fairgrounds Street/Highway 206, down Green Hills Road, down East 80, to the Churchill Estates. We completed the project just a few weeks ago; and, the first customers are now signing on.


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2020-12-30 11:53:20 | Comments | Printable version

LWC Wrestling changes date of Midway Dual

By Christopher Coombs

The Lindsey Wilson wrestling team made a change to their schedule and are now set to face Midway (KY) on January 28, 2021, at Biggers Sports Center, 360 Spickard Drive, Columbia, KY. Wrestling will begin at 7pmCT.

The match had been originally slated for Jan 4, 2021.


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2020-12-30 10:09:35 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports

Brandi Nicole Marcum, 40, Campbellsville, KY (1980-2020)

Brandi Nicole Marcum of Campbellsville passed away on Monday, December 28, 2020. She was 40 years old.

The funeral service will be held at 2pmET on Saturday, January 2, 2021, at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home, 418 Lebanon Ave., Campbellsville, KY, officiated by Rev. John Chowning. Burial will follow in Brookside Cemetery.

Visitation is requested from 11amET until 2pmET on Saturday, January 2, 2021 at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home.


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2020-12-30 09:43:59 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

PickleBall at Holloway Fitness Center

By Doug Campbell

Local PickleBall players now have the opportunity to play indoors at the Holloway Fitness Center on the LWC campus. For updates and opportunities to play watch the FB page, South Central Kentucky Pickleballers.

PickleBall is considered the fastest growing sport in America. It combines elements of tennis, ping pong and badminton. The game is easily learned and all age groups are playing.

Beginners are welcomed and encouraged to play. Doug Campbell can be reached at flyright198@gmail.com.


2020-12-30 09:37:25 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports

Adams: Kentucky removes 33,696 dead people from voter rolls

By Miranda Combs

Frankfort, KY - Secretary of State Michael Adams announced that, consistent with his campaign promise to clean up Kentucky's voter rolls, 33,696 dead voters have been removed this year as of December 14th.

In the same period, Kentucky also removed 4,252 voters convicted of felonies, 3,435 voters who moved out of state, 586 voters who asked to de-register, and 242 voters judged mentally incompetent.


2020-12-30 09:33:55 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Politics

CU recognizes first group of Ph.D. graduates in institution history

By Ariel C. Emberton

Campbellsville, KY - "The first cohorts of students who graduated in December were highly intelligent, career minded, dedicated and motivated," Dr. Patricia Cowherd, dean of the School of Business, Economics and Technology, said.

Campbellsville University held its first doctoral hooding ceremony Dec. 11 in Ransdell Chapel where seven students were recognized for receiving their Ph.D. in Management with a specialization in Leadership. The Ph.D. program began with the first cohort in October 2017 Cowherd said.

"This is an academic milestone for the university. More importantly, it is a landmark for these graduates and their families," Dr. H. Keith Spears, senior vice president and assistant to the president, said.


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2020-12-30 05:43:58 | Comments | Printable version

Gov. Beshear Urges Safe New Year's Celebrations

By Crystal Staley/Jack Mazurak

Frankfort, KY - On Tuesday, Gov. Andy Beshear urged Kentuckians to ring in the new year safely and announced two new vaccine allocations, totaling 53,700 doses, for Kentucky the week of Jan. 4: 27,300 doses from Pfizer and 26,400 doses from Moderna.

"I ask every single Kentuckian to keep any New Year's celebration small, preferably your own household or one more," said Gov. Beshear. "Remember, going to a big party, hosting a big party or going to any gathering where you're going to take your masks off will spread this virus at a time where Kentucky is doing better than most, but the virus is rampaging through the United States and we're seeing record deaths just about everywhere."


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2020-12-30 05:41:37 | Comments | Printable version

CPD: Chase arrest warrant served

By Officer Adam Cravens, PIO
Columbia Police Department

On Tuesday night, December 29, 2020, just after 7pmCT, the Columbia Police Department, acting on an anonymous tip, located a Columbia man in Harper Valley trailer court and placed him into custody with an outstanding felony warrant.

Justin Bledsoe, 27, of Columbia is facing multiple charges including the felony's wanton endangerment 1st degree and fleeing and evading police in a motor vehicle 1st degree as well as other traffic charges.


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2020-12-30 05:37:42 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports

Cloudy and windy today, rain on the way, high 59F

It's currently 43F at the Adair County Mesonet station. It will be mostly cloudy today, with a 20 percent chance of showers after 5pmCT, and a high near 59F. South wind 11 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 34 mph.

The chance of precipitation will increase to 100 percent by around 9pmCT, and patchy fog could develop after midnight. The overnight low will be around 38F. South wind 7 to 14 mph becoming north after midnight. Winds could gust as high as 24 mph.

Showers will continue on Thursday, with a high near 47F and northeast wind 5 to 8 mph.

Thursday Night will bring more showers, mainly after midnight. The overnight low will be around 41F, with east wind 7 to 9 mph.


2020-12-30 05:35:28 | Comments | Printable version

Haiku by Robert Stone for December 30, 2020

You may discover
that dogs are better than cats
when you’re in trouble.
--Robert Stone, Wednesday, 30 December 2020.
-1000 haiku thrice now, more days coming up, Day 3396


2020-12-30 05:31:28 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today

7-County Area Courts for Wed 30 Dec 2020

Local schedules for Circuit Courts, District Courts, for Wednesday, December 30, 2020, at a glance:
  • Adair County: No events Circuit Court. 6 events District Court.
  • Casey County: No events Circuit Court. No events District Court.
  • Cumberland County: No events Circuit Court. 4 events District Court.
  • Green County: No events Circuit Court. 1 event District Court.
  • Metcalfe County: No events Circuit Court. 23 events District Court.
  • Russell County: No events Circuit Court. No events District Court.
  • Taylor County: No events Circuit Court. 73 events District Court.
Note: NOT Official. Always Click to Docket for all Kentucky Counties


2020-12-30 05:30:42 | Comments | Printable version


Birthdays and Anniversaries for December 30
Business Anniversary: Sleep Inn & Suites, Columbia, KY. (2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Adam Womack | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Angie Pierce (1973) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Bradley Caldwell (1980) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Bryan Harvey (1976) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Carolyn Hinkle, (1949) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Charles Cole | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Dewayne Curry | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Ellie Marian Staten (2011) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Ethan Brooks Compton (2008) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Fannie B. Shaw | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jacob Kessinger (2003) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, James Brian Coomer 1972 | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jimmy C. Young (1947) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jordan Christopher Travis Baker (1988) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Lacey Smith | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Larry Edward White | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, LouAnn Russell | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Mylee Bell (2006) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Rachel Waggener (1980) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Sebastian Alexander Bingham Hancock (2008) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Tyler Sandusky | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Karen Kinnaird, Liberty, KY (1947-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Charlotte Ann Ross, Russell Springs, KY (1944-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Betty Jean Cornett, Walton, KY (1943-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lenwood Graves, Taylor Co., KY (1921) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mr. Carl Rich Thompson, Green Co. KY (1926-2011) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Robert C. (Bob) Marshall, Adair Co., KY, native (1946 | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Shirley Rose Buis Chadwell, Casey Co., KY (1938) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Joe Durham Blakeman, Green Co., KY (1929) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Ann M. Huntsman, Greensburg, KY (1935-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Hazel Hall, Casey County, KY (1926-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Marie Grant, Adair County, KY (1928-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Billy Joe Parnell, 66, Adair County, KY (1947-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Betty Jean Jones, Green County, KY (1935-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mary Hazel Cravens Arnold, Sano, KY native (1929-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Larry D. Huckaby, Russell Co., KY (1934-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Charles Jessee, 83, formerly of Columbia, KY (1932-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Cora Jane Gibson Rice, 51, Glasgow, KY (1964-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Daryl Clayton Nichols, 69, Russell Co., KY (1947-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Patricia Faye Oakes, 71, Russell Co., KY (1945-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mike Barbee, 57, Taylor Co./Adair Co. native (1959-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Edith Richards, 67, Russell County, KY (1950-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Beatrice Blankenship Light, 92, Taylor Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bobby Beard, 82, Adair Co., KY (1939-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Brandon Dial, 39, Columbia, KY (1984-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, David Michael (Mike) Kelly, Metcalfe Co., KY (1956-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Kathy Graham, 60, Campbellsville, KY (1961-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Larry E. White, 65, Columbia, KY (1958-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Wayne Hatcher, 77, Columbia, KY (1943-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)

Events scheduled for Wednesday, December 30, 2020
All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
2:00pmCTServices for David Moss, 64, Columbia, KY (1956-2020) | (ID:61272, Comment)
Services for James Andrew Brown, Jr., 85, Edmonton, KY (1935-2020) | (ID:61274, Comment)

 
































 
 
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