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LCDHD COVID-19 Public Information Brief 3/3/2021

By Amy Tomlinson
Lake Cumberland District Health Department

Our new case rate continues to go down. Casey slipped back into the "orange-critical" range, though, so we now have 7 counties in the "orange-critical" range of community-spread: Adair, Casey, Clinton, Cumberland, Pulaski, Russell, and Wayne, and 3 counties in the "red-critical" range of community-spread: Green, McCreary, and Taylor.

Statewide Testing Positivity Rate: 4.6%.


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2021-03-03 19:33:52 | Comments | Printable version

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2021-03-03 - Adair County, KY - Photo by Donna Rieder.
Bedtime snack...homemade garlic toast with chopped fresh basil, chopped cherry tomatoes, shredded mozzarella, with parmigiano reggiano and Colavita olive oil for dipping. Healthy AND indulgent!

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More than 731K Kentuckians have had first vaccine dose

By Crystal Staley/Sebastian Kitchen

Frankfort, KY - On Wednesday, Gov. Andy Beshear announced more than 731,000 Kentuckians have now had at least the first dose of one of the effective COVID-19 vaccines.

"These numbers continue a good trend that we see on declining case numbers. Even better, our positivity rate is now 4.60% as it continues to decline," said Gov. Beshear. "But let's remember as we work toward defeating this virus, we can't quit. Yesterday, President Joe Biden announced he now believes there will be sufficient supply for every adult in America to get vaccinated by the end of May. That's really good news and moves up the timeline."


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2021-03-03 18:12:30 | Comments | Printable version

Keys Found on Columbia Square

By Nancy Taylor

LOST AND FOUND......A set of keys has been found on the Columbia Square in the parking section of First & Farmers National Bank. If you wish to make a claim for said keys, you may come into the Law Office of Harris & Harris, P.S.C. or call (270) 384 - 2165. You will be required to describe the key chain.


2021-03-03 15:11:17 | Comments | Printable version

Ward talks about relationships with Jesus at CU chapel

By Anastasia Gentry

Campbellsville, KY - Jamie Ward, co-lead pastor of Hillvue Heights Church in Bowling Green, Ky., and a 1994 Campbellsville College alumnus, said "At its heart, Christianity is about Jesus" at Campbellsville University's chapel Feb. 24.

Ward said he knows how it can be easy at times to lose faith. "Even if you're a believer or falling away from your faith, examine the person of Jesus," Ward said.


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2021-03-03 14:39:45 | Comments | Printable version

Margaret L. Selby, 76, Adair Co., KY (1945-2021)

Margaret L. (Hepp) Selby of Adair County passed away on Tuesday, March 2, 2021 at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital in Somerset. She was 76 years old.

The family has chosen cremation, and no services are planned at this time.


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2021-03-03 14:37:24 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

KSP Post 15 Monthly Activity Report February 2021

By Tpr. Nick Hale

During the month of February 2021, there were 26 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 February 2021, there were:
  • 899 Citations Written
  • 188 Courtesy Notices Written
  • 439 Complaints Answered
  • 120 Motorists Assisted
  • 46 Criminal Cases Opened
  • 236 Criminal Arrests Made


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2021-03-03 10:46:28 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports

Sirens sounded twice during Adair Co. Tornado Drill and Exercise

By Mike Keltner, Director
Adair Co. Emergency Management

The Adair County Tornado Drill / Exercise was conducted today, Wednesday, March 3, 2021, at 9:07amCT. The sirens were activated TWICE as part of the exercise and monthly siren test.


2021-03-03 08:58:39 | Comments | Printable version

Letter: Commending Murphy and Coleman families

Steve Coomer writes:
The pandemic has left our county road crews with a manpower shortage and the roadside litter is worse than ever before.

I would like to commend the Coleman and Murphy families for raising good citizens who give back to their community and hope more families get involved in keeping our roads and streets free of trash.


2021-03-03 07:07:53 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback

Roadside trash pickup - we can do this together

Adair County District 7 Magistrate Terry Hadley was commended by Judge Executive Gale Cowan for taking the initiative of roadside cleanup and encouraging others to join him.

In a brief time he picked up four large plastic bags of garbage on Green Hills Road in the space of approximately two city blocks.

He said, "If everybody would just work on roads in front of their own property, and the streets they travel, we wouldn't have such problems while we wait for a future budget to allow for employees."

"We can do this," he said, "don't throw it out, and if you see something, make time to pick it up." He has served 12 years as Magistrate, following in the footsteps of his Father and Grandfather.


2021-03-03 07:04:42 | Comments | Printable version

Mayor's Report, City of Columbia month of February 2021

The Columbia City Council met Monday, March 1, 2021 with all council members present, City Attorney Derrick Helm and City Clerk Rhonda Loy.

Special thanks were given to all first responders - Emergency Management, Law Enforcement, Constables, Fire Departments, EMS and street and road crews - for the many hours served during the storms and flooding. Below is the report of highlights shared by the Mayor from the February staff activities.


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2021-03-03 07:03:33 | Comments | Printable version

LWC Softball sweeps doubleheader against Shawnee State

By Kyrin Mayfield

The Lindsey Wilson softball team opened up Mid-South Conference play with two wins over Shawnee State (Ohio) on Tuesday at Marilyn D. Sparks Park.

The Blue Raiders (6-0, 2-0 MSC) outscored the Bears (0-2, 0-2 MSC) 14-3 over the two games and were error-free.


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2021-03-03 05:02:41 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports

Sunny today, high 59F

It's currently 27F at the Adair County Mesonet station. Today will be sunny, with a high near 59F and light south wind becoming west 5 to 10 mph in the morning.

Tonight will be clear, with a low around 32F and southwest wind around 5 mph becoming light and variable after midnight.

Thursday will be sunny, with a high near 56F and calm wind becoming north 5 to 7 mph in the morning.

Thursday night will be mostly clear, with an overnight low around 29F and light northeast wind.


2021-03-03 04:53:45 | Comments | Printable version

Haiku by Robert Stone for March 3, 2021

When words seem not yours
but composed by something else,
they seem wonderful.
--Robert Stone, Wednesday, 3 March 2021.
-1000 haiku thrice now, more days coming up, Day 3459


2021-03-03 04:50:47 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today

7-County Area Courts for Wed 3 Mar 2021

Local schedules for Circuit Courts, District Courts, for Wednesday, March 3, 2021, at a glance:
  • Adair County: No events Circuit Court. 64 events District Court.
  • Casey County: No events Circuit Court. No events District Court.
  • Cumberland County: No events Circuit Court. 41 events District Court.
  • Green County: 87 events Circuit Court. 1 event District Court.
  • Metcalfe County: No events Circuit Court. 86 events District Court.
  • Russell County: No events Circuit Court. No events District Court.
  • Taylor County: 2 events Circuit Court. 107 events District Court.
Note: NOT Official. Always Click to Docket for all Kentucky Counties


2021-03-03 04:50:09 | Comments | Printable version


Birthdays and Anniversaries for March 3
Happy Birthday, Adam "Bubba T" Taylor | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Baylie Somerville (2004) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy birthday, Bentley Jace Redmon (2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Carolyn Burris | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Charlie Childers | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Corey Melton | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Crystal Compton Kingrey | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Darlene Brock | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jennifer Mann | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Kathy Johnson | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Kevin Burton | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Pat Hopper | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Peggy Redmon | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy birthday, Ralph Curry | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Taylor Dawn Smith (1990) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Terry Harvey | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Tianna Smith (1999) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Zachary Grider | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Timmy W. Polston, Russell Springs, KY (1967-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Donald Vernon JeRue, Columbia, KY (1942-2020) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Zelda Murriel Robinson, 90, Casey Co., KY (1919) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Emily Cain Edwards Sargent, Adair Co., KY (1930) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, James Buford Tungate, Taylor Co., KY (1937) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Josie Ann Brockman McKinley, Adair Co., KY (1918) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Herbert Janes, Adair Co., KY (1933) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Roger Dale Shearer, Russell Co., KY (1955) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Paula Vanderpool, Casey County, KY (1953) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Harold Ralph Dean, Casey Co., KY (1933) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Marcella Williams, 86, Casey County, KY (1926) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Delton Keith Williams, Burkesville, KY (1953) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ms. Rhonda Gail Matney, 53, Green Co., KY (1960-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mossie Lee Stafford, Casey County, KY (1915-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Gaynell Rodgers, Adair Co., KY (1952-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Donnie Lee Warriner, Russell Co., KY (1962-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Tommy Roberts, Liberty, KY, (1957-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Angela Renee Milby, 44, Taylor Co., KY (1970-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bobby Lee Dykes , 66, Russell County, KY (1948-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Vernetta Lee (Net) Hendrickson, 85, Taylor Co., KY (1930-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ina Louise Hughes, 78, Russell County, KY (1938-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bobby Ray Tomes , Taylor County, KY (1932-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Alonzo A. Harris, 89, Russell Co., KY (1927-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Larry Wayne Froedge, Edmonton, KY (1955-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Joann Morgan, 80, Russell County, KY (1936-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Eula Mae Cravens Watson, 66, Casey County, KY (1950-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Gwendolyn Kelly Whitley, formerly of Taylor Co., KY; Green Co. native (1940-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Samuel Eric Buckman, 44, Taylor County, KY (1973-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Maria M. Brubacker, 8, Casey County, KY (2009-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, James A. (Jim) Hatcher, 73 , Taylor Co., KY (1945-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, James W. 'Jack' Garnett, 86, Taylor County, KY (1932-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bobbie Pepper, 75, Burkesville, KY (1947-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bonnie Juanita Wilson, Russell Co., KY (1935-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Carl Edward (Hoss) Compton, 93, Green County, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Carolyn Jo Keltner, 74, Frankfort, KY (1949-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Delilah Sue Stilts, Metcalfe County, KY (1953-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Flonnie Maxine Emerson Marple, 91, Casey County, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Flora VanArsdale, 77, Grab community, Green County, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Gerald Hogue, 78, Burnside, KY (1941-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Hobert Coffey (1933) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Imo Jane (Rodgers) Douglas, 83, Liberty, KY (1935-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, James Henry Burris, Jr., (1926-1981) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Joe Robert Coe, 79, Cumberland Co., KY native Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Josie McKinley (1918) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lonice Richards, Russell Springs, KY (1939-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, M. Lynwood Goff, 92, Adair Co., KY native (1929-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Martha Burris Martin, Columbia, KY (1931-2013) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Martha Deskins, 98, Casey Co., KY native (1921-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mildred Little Perkins, 86, Campbellsville, KY (1935-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ruth W. Phillips, 86, Campbellsville, KY (1935-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Shelley Lynn Nowak, 58, Burkesville, KY (1964-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Shirley Mae Byrd Luster, 83, Casey Co., KY native (1939-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Sidney Grant (1926) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Wanda Akin Estes, Green Co., KY (1948-2012) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)

Events scheduled for Wednesday, March 3, 2021
All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
9:07amCTAdair Co. Tornado Drill Exercise | (ID:61400, Comment)
2:00pmCTServices for Nancy Ellen Burton, 69, Columbia, KY (1951-2021) | (ID:61389, Comment)

 

































 
 
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