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Daily News for Friday, December 17, 2021
ACMS special called SBDM Council meeting By Rodney Morgeson, Principal Adair County Middle School Adair County Middle School will have a special called SBDM Council meeting at 6pmCT on Monday, December 20, 2021, room 137 at Adair County Middle School, 322 General John Adair Dr, Columbia, KY. 2021-12-17 22:08:24 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
Mike Allen Burton, 61, Columbia, KY (1960-2021) Mike Allen Burton of Columbia passed away on Friday, December 17, 2021 from injuries sustained in an auto accident in Larue County. He was 61 years old. Funeral services will be held at 11amCT on Tuesday, December 21, 2021 at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home, 210 Greensburg St., Columbia, KY, with Bro Ralph Foster officiating. Burial will follow in the Haven Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be on Monday from 4pmCT until 8pmCT, and will continue on Tuesday morning until the funeral time at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2021-12-17 22:05:33 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Josephine McKinney Shearer, 86, Adair Co., KY native (1935-2021) Josephine McKinney Shearer, 86, passed away Friday, December 10, 2021, surrounded by her loving family. She was born October 4, 1935, in Adair County, KY the daughter of Elroy and Vergie Hawkins McKinney. She was a homemaker that cherished and loved her family above all. She was an avid supporter of the March of Dimes and the Veterans of Foreign Wars. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2021-12-17 19:58:45 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
ISP calls for host parents in the new year By Anna Peterson Assistant Director of ISP 'Twas the week before Christmas and at the ISP House, everyone was stirring... and while most of us are getting ready for the most wonderful time of the year, students all over the world are preparing for the most exciting time of their life as they get ready to travel to the U.S. to study at Lindsey Wilson College. Most of our international students join us for a fall semester, but we always have about 20 international students enroll for the spring semester. LWC ISP (International Student Programs) is fortunate enough to partner with folks from the local community who are willing to host and befriend these students during the school year. Host families DO NOT provide housing for the students. Instead, host families provide a friendship and a support system here in America to make the transition to and time in the U.S. a little bit easier. ISP is currently asking for new families to join the program and help create a friendly, comforting, home-away-from-home atmosphere here at LWC for each international student. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2021-12-17 15:16:46 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Lindsey Wilson University
EDA agenda for Tuesday, Dec 21, 2021 meeting The Columbia-Adair County Economic Development Authority will hold a Board of Directors Meeting at 8amCT on Tuesday, December 21, 2021, in the Chamber of Commerce basement meeting area at 201 Burkesville Street, Columbia, KY. Meeting Agenda: Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2021-12-17 13:47:47 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
ACMS Sixth Grade Students of the Month By Debra Waddell Adair County Middle School has announced the Sixth Grade Students of the Month for December, 2021:
2021-12-17 13:24:25 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
Beshear encourages Kentuckians to donate blood By Crystal Staley/Scottie Ellis Frankfort, KY - On Friday, before donating blood at the American Red Cross Kentuckians for Kentuckians blood drive in the rotunda of the state Capitol, Gov. Andy Beshear provided an update on the state's response to last weekend's quad-state tornado outbreak. "As we sit here almost one week to the day after the worst tornado disaster the state has ever seen, we are digging out," said Gov. Beshear. "Yes, we are down; yes, we are hurting; but we are not defeated and we are not broken. Together, we will dig out; together, we will clean up; and together, we will rebuild both structures and lives." During the event, the Governor encouraged Kentuckians to visit redcrossblood.org or to find a blood drive or donation location near them and to donate blood to help Western Kentuckians in need. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2021-12-17 13:16:21 | Comments | Printable version
Nora Frances Coomer, 79, Columbia, KY (1942-2021) Nora Frances Corbin Coomer of Columbia passed away on Thursday, December 16, 2021 at T. J. Samson Community Hospital in Glasgow, KY. She was 79 years old. Funeral services will be held at 2pmCT on Sunday, December 19, 2021, at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home, 210 Greensburg St., Columbia, KY, with Bro. Darrell Pelston officiating. Burial will follow in the Antioch Cemetery. Visitation will be on Saturday from 4pmCT until 8pmCT, and will continue on Sunday morning until time for the service at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2021-12-17 13:10:27 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Basketball: Battle of Highway 55 is Saturday By Kyle Jackson The Lindsey Wilson men's basketball team will close out a four-game road trip this weekend when they head north on Saturday for the Battle of Highway 55 against Campbellsville University. Tipoff is scheduled for 1pmCT. This will be the 74th time these two programs have faced each other with Lindsey Wilson trailing the all-time series 31-43. The last meeting resulted in a 64-73 loss for the Blue Raiders on Feb. 4, 2021. Live video and stats will be available for the game. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2021-12-17 13:06:56 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
ACSO: Pair face methamphetamine charges after traffic stop By Sheriff Josh Brockman Adair County Sheriff's Office On Thursday, December 16, 2021, at around 12:19amCT, Adair County Sheriff's Deputy Kenny Perkins, along with Trooper Mathew Brumley, initiated a traffic stop on Gentry Mill Road, 11 miles east of Columbia. As a result of the roadside investigation, two men were arrested on warrants and drug charges. Both men were lodged in the Adair County Regional Jail. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2021-12-17 11:20:08 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
LWC to hold 114th Commencement Ceremony on Saturday Guests must have a ticket to attend From Venus Popplewell, LWC Public Relations Lindsey Wilson College will award 409 degrees on Saturday, at its 114th commencement ceremony. The college's 2021 winter commencement ceremony will be held at 9amCT, Saturday, December 18, 2021 in Biggers Sports Center, 360 Spickard Drive, Columbia. This will be the first time the College has returned to Biggers Sports Center for commencement activities since the COVID-19 pandemic began. Each LWC graduate is allowed four complimentary tickets for family members or guests. Graduates can pick up their four tickets beginning at 7amCT, on Saturday in the Cralle Student Union Building, 420 Helen Flatt Drive. Everyone in attendance is expected to wear a mask. A total of 409 graduate and undergraduate degrees will be conferred by the 118-year-old liberal arts college. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2021-12-17 09:40:10 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Lindsey Wilson University
Steve Westmoreland, 49, Cumberland County, KY native Richard Stephen "Steve" Westmoreland, 49, husband of 17 years to Michelle Westmoreland, passed away suddenly Friday, December 10, 2021. He was born February 17, 1972 in Burkesville, KY to the late Harvey Hugh Westmoreland and Robby Nell Pritchard Westmoreland. Steve worked for several carnivals since the age of 16. He was also a mechanic, a farmer, and enjoyed riding motorcycles. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2021-12-17 08:54:44 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Christmas event held at historic Trabue Russell House Christmas at Columbia's historic Trabue Russell House was held on Saturday, December 4, 2021. About 25 visited who had never seen the contents of the house before. Mayor Pam Hoots sends her thanks to the committee of volunteers who made the occasion a special one - Richard Phelps, Mike Watson, Susan Loy, and Mary Anne Loy. To schedule a visit to the TRH, contact the City of Columbia at 270-384-2501. 2021-12-17 08:31:02 | Comments | Printable version
Taylor Co. included in tornado tax-relief measures By Jill Midkiff Frankfort, KY - Governor Andy Beshear on Thursday announced that the Kentucky Department of Revenue (DOR) will honor the recently announced IRS special tax relief for taxpayers in any area designated by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) as qualifying for individual assistance due to the tornados that caused extensive damage in parts of Western Kentucky and surrounding areas on Dec. 10-11, 2021. Under the provisions of KRS 131.081(11), Kentucky honors federal extensions related to disaster relief for filing of income tax returns, including payment of tax due. This extension to file and pay taxes does not apply to sales tax and other type of taxes. However, taxpayers with disaster-related delays who are seeking filing extensions or have been assessed penalties for taxes other than income may contact DOR to request an extension or a waiver of penalties. Individuals and households affected by severe storms, tornados and flooding who reside or have a business in Caldwell, Fulton, Graves, Hopkins, Marshall, Muhlenberg, Taylor and Warren counties qualify for this tax relief. DOR will provide the same relief to any additional counties designated by FEMA in Kentucky or neighboring states. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2021-12-17 07:49:55 | Comments | Printable version
Jerry Donald Cox, 62, Edmonton, KY (1959-2021) Jerry Donald Cox of Edmonton passed away on Tuesday, December 14, 2021 at the U.K. Medical Center in Lexington. He was 62 years old. Graveside services for Jerry Donald Cox will be conducted at 1pmCT on Saturday, December 18, 2021 at the Little Barren Cemetery in Green County, with Bro. Donnie Abney officiating. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2021-12-17 07:45:22 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
COVID-19 News Brief & Vaccination Update 12/16/2021 By Sam Price Lake Cumberland District Health Department Of today's 174 reported cases, 151 (87%) were unvaccinated and 38 of today's cases (22%) were in individuals 18 years of age or younger. Please take the necessary precautions to protect yourself and your loved ones. Consider getting the vaccine if you are eligible and haven't, and wear a mask when in indoor settings where there are large crowds. Statewide Testing Positivity Rate: 8.84%. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2021-12-17 07:42:35 | Comments | Printable version
Linda Sharon Grissom, 66, Edmonton, KY (1955-2021) Linda Sharon Grissom of Edmonton passed away peacefully Wednesday, December 15, 2021 at T.J. Samson Community Hospital in Glasgow. She was 66 years old. Funeral services for Linda Grissom will be held at 1pmCT on Saturday, December 18, 2021, at Butler Funeral Home, 201 East St., Edmonton, KY. Burial will follow in the Metcalfe County Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be after 9amCT on Saturday until the service time. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2021-12-17 07:40:49 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Basketball: LWC Men suffer third straight loss By Kyle Jackson Georgetown, KY - Poor shooting and a collection of fouls plagued the Lindsey Wilson men's basketball team this evening as they dropped their third straight Mid-South Conference match, 57-76 against Georgetown (KY). Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2021-12-17 07:36:32 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
Wise: We are one Kentucky family this Christmas season By Senator Max Wise In light of the tragic aftermath of the severe weather that swept across the Commonwealth last weekend, instead of delivering season's greetings and wishing you and your family a Merry Christmas, my message takes a different tone. I pray that your Christmas season is filled with love and blessings, and you will remember the reason for the season. However, as we all know, many of our fellow Kentuckians are facing unimaginable pain, grief, and loss. That includes our neighbors here in the 16th District. For many, the seasonal festivities that make Christmas so joyful will not be their experience this year. The days, weeks, and months ahead will prove difficult in ways most can never imagine. That is why we must unite as one Kentucky and work to bring hope, love, and peace to those who lost so much in a matter of hours. For a great example of our state's united response, look to the Team Western Kentucky Tornado Relief Fund, which has raised millions in contributions to help Kentuckians impacted by severe weather. Consider making a tax-deductible contribution at TeamWKYReliefFund.ky.gov. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2021-12-17 07:34:43 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Politics
Governor urges job seekers to consider telecommunications For more information about a telecommunicator career with KSP visit the Kentucky Personnel Cabinet's website, or contact your local post on the KSP website. By Captain Paul Blanton Frankfort, KY - On Thursday, Gov. Andy Beshear and the Kentucky State Police (KSP) announced there are currently 45 full-time and part-time telecommunicator positions available at 14 post locations across the commonwealth. This is the highest vacancy rate in the agency's history for telecommunicators, which is one of the most essential roles in law enforcement's ability to respond to emergencies and critical needs of the state. "Telecommunicators are crucial to our law enforcement agencies," said Gov. Beshear. "Over the past few days, we have seen first-hand the role they have had in the Western Kentucky Tornadoes. They have truly been the bridge between our state troopers and the public. I encourage Kentuckians who want a challenging career serving the communities in which they live to apply." KSP Telecommunicators handle dispatch duties for Kentucky State Troopers, Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Officers, Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Conservation Officers and other emergency service agencies. Most important, they are that calming voice on the other line when someone calls 911. New hires will receive the training and equipment necessary for success, including a five-week paid training academy to become certified with the Kentucky Law Enforcement Council. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2021-12-17 07:30:00 | Comments | Printable version
JOY Ministries nears fundraising goal By Hannah Peck In just two weeks the Columbia-Adair County Community has donated $27,000 to the J.O.Y. Ministries Annual Christmas Campaign! "I am shock, stunned, and awe-struck - but I shouldn't be," says Board Member Krystal Cundiff. "God works through this community and we just continued to be so humbled by his goodness!" The 2021 J.O.Y. Ministries Christmas Campaign will be J.O.Y.'s largest to date, with a fundraising goal of $35,000. In the summer of 2021 JOY purchased Ruth's Place, a women & children's shelter slated to open in the new year. The anticipated expenses of operating a multi-unit shelter, continued operation of Cally's House, and meeting the ever-growing needs of the Adair County community are cause for this ambitious goal. If you would like to support J.O.Y. this holiday season, you can donate today at: Joy-ministries.orgThe JOY Crisis Resource Center is located at 411 Greensburg Street and is open Monday through Friday from 11amCT to 5pmCT. 2021-12-17 07:21:48 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Church News
Rainy start to the weekend, chance of storms, high 63F It's currently 48F at the Adair county mesonet station. Skies will be cloudy today, with an 80 percent chance of showers and possibly thunderstorms. The high will be near 63F, with northeast wind around 5 mph becoming light and variable in the afternoon. Tonight will be cloudy, with a 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms and an overnight low around 55F. Light southeast wind becoming south 5 to 9 mph in the evening. Saturday will bring a 100 percent chance of showers. The high will be near 67F, with south wind 8 to 11 mph becoming northwest in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 20 mph. Precipitation will continue into Saturday night, with an overnight low around 32F and north wind 7 to 10 mph. Sunday will start out mostly cloudy, then gradually become sunny, with a high near 44F and northeast wind around 7 mph. Sunday night should be mostly clear, with an overnight low around 26F. 2021-12-17 07:16:12 | Comments | Printable version
Haiku by Robert Stone for December 17, 2021 Let each day proclaim--Robert Stone, Friday, 17 December 2021. -1000 haiku thrice now, more days coming up, Day 3748 2021-12-17 06:57:08 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today
7-County Area Courts for Fri 17 Dec 2021 Local schedules for Circuit Courts, District Courts, for Friday, December 17, 2021, at a glance:
2021-12-17 06:56:35 | Comments | Printable version Birthdays and Anniversaries for December 17 Happy Anniversary, Sammy and Nadene Baker | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Tony and Sheila Franklin (1984) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Amber Natasha Neat (1990) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Ashlee Meridith Corbin (1993) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Bob Benningfield | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Carl Dwayne Kelsay (1977) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Conway Wilkerson (2006) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Gabe Cowan | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jeanette Keith | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Shirley Sneed | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Timmy Montgomery | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Wes Stone | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dorothy Mae Butt, Metcalfe Co., KY (1925-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jeanette Shearer, Adair County KY (1951-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rosetta Parnell Montgomery, Adair County, KY | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dennis (Denny) Gene Withers, Russell County, KY native (1950-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James Glen Posey, Mell Ridge, KY (1944-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jewell Dean Ford, 76 Taylor Co., KY (1932) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Billy Newton, Taylor Co., KY (1951) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rose Hunn Rogers, Taylor Co., KY (1919) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ruchin E. Fudge, Adair Co., KY (1919) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Former Mayor Charles R. Marshall, Columbia, KY (1929) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Welby Thomas, Jr., Russell County, KY (1934) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Billy Todd Cundiff, Russell Springs, KY (1936) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bryan E. Hadley, Columbia, KY, native (1937) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Keith "Kevin" Burton, 79, Adair Co., KY (1933-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Katherine M. Withers, 58, Hillview, KY (1956-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jean Wilson Johnston, Liberty, KY (1934-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ms. Donna Sue Richerson Mendoza, 51, Taylor Co., KY | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Wilma Groce Farlee, 63, Burkesville, KY (1951-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Thomas (Tommy) Murphy, 75, Taylor Co., KY (1939-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Aubrie Jay Cook, 7 months, 13 days Russell County, KY (December 17, 2015-July 29, 2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Verna Jill Price Groce, 60, Burkesville, KY (1955-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mike Meece, 56, Casey County, KY (1960-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lester Wallace Burress, 93, Elk Horn, KY (1923-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ricky Donald Stamper, 58, Russell County, KY (1958-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Harold Milby, 87, Taylor County, KY (1930-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ambrose (A.J.) Judd, 15, Greensburg, KY (2006-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Betty Jean Miller, 87, Rickman, TN (1932-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Edward Lee Allen, 73, Columbia, KY (1946-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Faye Lynn Moronese, 68, Liberty, KY (1951-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jackie Rodgers, 73, Liberty, KY (1947-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James Harvey (Jim) Evans, 85, Columbia, KY (1936-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kenyatta (K.D.) Duncan, 48, Columbia, KY (1974-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Margaret Edith Parson, 86, Campbellsville, KY (1935-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Michael Merritt Lawless, 64, Liberty, KY (1955-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Robert L. Merrill, 74, Jamestown, KY (1946-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Friday, December 17, 2021 All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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