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Heritage Forsythia and Lilac bushes for free

By Joyce Coomer

I have been attempting -- emphasis on "attempting" -- to eradicate honeysuckle from flowers around the yard. I know, useless to even attempt such a thing in this neck of the woods. In the process of pulling honeysuckle out of the forsythia and lilac bushes, I have found that instead of the original four forsythia I had, there are now around eight or nine -- which I don't need. Ditto for the lilac bushes.

The forsythias are from the home of my parents, Buford and Etwol Evans of Pellyton. Knowing how long they lived on the farm where I grew up, and that one of the elderly ladies in the neighborhood had given Momma forsythia sprouts from her forsythia, I estimate the original plantings would be more than one hundred years old. And these forsythia are nearly indestructible . . . heat nor drought nor cold nor extreme pruning (nearly to the ground) affects their ability to grow.

The lilacs are from the Pettit's Fork Creek home of Greg's parents, Rollen and Myrna Coomer. She was pulling up sprouts and throwing them away and I salvaged some. I've had the plants since 1979, and while I've not taken very good care of them, they hang in there. I assume the lilacs were at the house when they bought it so the original plantings on the lilacs would possibly be at least sixty years old.

Anyone who would like one (or all) of the excess plants is welcome to them. I will warn you -- bring a strong young man to do the digging as the soil here is hard and extremely rocky. Call me at 270-250-4541 if you would like to have heritage flowering shrubs.


2024-03-21 15:50:04 | Comments | Printable version

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Ticket and streaming info for the Elite 8 game

The Adair Co. High School Boys Varsity Basketball team will play Lyon County in the Elite 8 (game 10 of the Boys Sweet 16 Tournament) at 12:30pmCT/1:30pmET on Friday, March 22, 2024, at Rupp Arena, 432 W Vine St, Lexington, KY.

Tickets for games are sold through ticketmaster, and this is the direct link to Friday's game: www.ticketmaster.com. Tickets are $15, and the Adair Cheering Sections will be 20-25.

There are a variety of ticket packages available for both the Boys and Girls tournament games. The following KHSAA page has links and a schedule for the whole tournament: khsaa.org/tickets.

To listen or stream:
The game vs. Lyon County will be broadcast live on 93.5 WAIN-FM. Subscribers with an nfhsnetwork account can stream video of the game at www.nfhsnetwork.com. The cheapest package is 11.99 for a 1-month subscription.


2024-03-21 15:48:07 | Comments | Printable version

Green River Ministries Homeless Shelter Soup Lunch Fundraiser

From Ayla Hargis, MSW
Executive Director, Green River Ministries Homeless Shelter

Green River Ministries wil hold their annual Soup Lunch fundraiser from 11amET to 2pmET on Monday, March 25, 2024, at the First United Methodist Church of Campbellsville Banquet Hall, 317 E. Main Street, Campbellsville, KY.

Place an order to go between the hours 10:30amET and 1:30pmET, and we will have it waiting for you to pick up! Call Shirley (270)-403-3412 or Ayla (270)-805-1737. Donations ONLY!


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2024-03-21 15:35:26 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Church News

Coffey to present Holy Week chapel address at CU

By Simon Baker

Campbellsville, KY - Ryan K. Coffey, pastor of First Baptist Church in Somerset, will give the address at Campbellsville University's Holy Week chapel service at 10amET on Wednesday, March 27. The chapel service will be held in Randsell Chapel, 401 N. Hoskins Ave., Campbellsville, KY.

Coffey has been a minister for over twenty years, and his biography notes he is "known for having a heart to revitalize churches, equip emerging leaders and disciple new followers of Christ."


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2024-03-21 15:31:39 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Campbellsville University

City offices open on Friday

From Tiffany Collins
Assistant City Clerk, City of Columbia

The City of Columbia will be working as scheduled on Friday, March 22, 2024. "We are excited about the Adair County Indians making the Elite 8," said Mayor Hoots. "We want to ensure that people have the opportunity to either go to the game or watch our home team."

City Hall will be open, but with limited personnel. They will be allowing employees the opportunity to attend the game if they desire.

The city wants to ensure that we operate on a regular schedule for the residents of out community and to support the Adair County Indians.


2024-03-21 15:29:17 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government

KBC Blood Drive on March 27

There will be a community blood drive from 10:30amCT to 3pmCT on Wednesday, March 27, 2024, at the Columbia Church of Christ Fellowship Hall, 501 Jamestown Street, Columbia. As a thank you for donating at the drive below, all donors will receive a great springy "Give Y'all" T-shirt (while supplies last).

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2024-03-21 14:05:40 | Comments | Printable version

Maundy Thursday Service at Columbia United Methodist Church

From Doug Beard

The Columbia United Methodist Church and Emory Chapel United Methodist Church wish to invite everyone to join us for a sacred time of worship as the family of God with music, readings from the Holy Scriptures, a Maundy Thursday message, and a service of Holy Communion as we continue the journey through Holy Week.

This special service will be held at 5:30pmCT on Thursday, March 28, 2024.

Columbia United Methodist Church is located just off the Public Square at 202 Burkesville St., Columbia, KY.


2024-03-21 13:59:22 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Church News

David D. Scott, 70, Columbia, KY (1953-2024)

David Dewey Scott of Columbia passed away on Wednesday, March 20, 2024, at T. J. Samson Hospital in Glasgow. He was 70 years old.

Funeral services will be held at 1pmCT on Monday, March 25, 2024, at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home, 210 Greensburg St., Columbia, KY, with Bro. Shane Gaskins officiating. Burial will follow in the Freedom Cemetery, with Military Honors provided by VFW Post 6097.

Visitation will be on Sunday from 4pmCT until 8pmCT, and will continue Monday morning until time for the service at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home.


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2024-03-21 13:55:42 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

County offices closing for Elite 8 Tournament

From Bridget Compton
Adair County Deputy Judge Executive

The Adair County Judge Executive's office, The Adair County Annex building (all offices within), The Adair County Road department, The Adair County Recycling Center, and the Green River Animal Shelter will be closed on Friday, March 22, 2024, for the Elite 8 semi-finals competition.

The scheduled hearing for the removal of Crocus Creek Rd. from county maintenance will still be held at 8amCT in the basement of the Annex building but all offices will be closed.

Judge Bryant would like to congratulate the Adair County Boys basketball team on advancing to the Elite 8 semi- finals and encourage every citizen of Adair County who is able to attend the game tomorrow to do so and show their support!


2024-03-21 13:51:06 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government

KYTC crews treating roadsides for noxious weeds

From Naitore Djigbenou/Allen Blair

Frankfort, KY - As weather improves, more Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) highway crews will be out working to control noxious weeds along state-maintained roadways - a task essential to protecting roadway infrastructure and maintaining safety for motorists. Motorists should watch for slower-moving spray trucks and other equipment on highways.

In addition, Kentuckians who are treating noxious weeds on private property adjacent to state-owned rights of way may request highway crews to treat select invasive plants.

KYTC is directed to control the following invasive plants and noxious weeds in accordance with KRS 176.051 and 603 KAR 3:100:


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2024-03-21 13:45:19 | Comments | Printable version

No School in Adair Co. on Friday, March 22

Jason Rector posted the following to the Adair Co. Schools web site:
As our High School Boys Basketball team advances on to the Elite 8 at Rupp Arena, there will be no school on Friday, March 22, 2024. Game time is 12:30pmCT/1:30pmET, and we hope to see you there supporting your home team.


2024-03-21 13:41:41 | Comments | Printable version

Garnett Truman Glover, 78, Taylor County, KY (1945-2024)

Garnett Truman Glover, of Elkhorn, passed away on Monday, March 18, 2024, at age 78.

Born on June 7, 1945, in Casey County, Kentucky, he was a son of the late Charles Bryant and Nanna Lee Tucker Glover. Truman was a farmer. He was a member of Pine Grove Church. He enjoyed coon and deer hunting, fishing, watching westerns, four-wheeler riding, and gardening.


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2024-03-21 09:17:50 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Easter Egg Hunt Saturday at AC Fairgrounds

The big annual Easter Egg Hunt by the Adair County Fair is scheduled for Saturday, March 23, 2024 at 11amCT.

The new location of the Fairgrounds is off Hwy 55 South on Industrial Drive. There's lots of room for hunting, discovering and prize winning.


2024-03-21 09:16:15 | Comments | Printable version

Gerald Myers, 61, Taylor County, KY (1963-2024)

Gerald Myers, son of the late George Simon Myers and Mildred Noel Myers, was born February 15, 1963, in Campbellsville, Kentucky. He died Monday, March 18, 2024, at the age of 61 after a courageous battle with cancer. His life didn't come to an end with his death as he was surrounded by loved ones who will continue to honor his legacy.

Gerald was a prolific artist. He sketched, painted, carved, designed, and photographed. However, many people know him for his "Etch a Sketch" art. Because he always carried one with him, he frequently captivated audiences. While most people struggle to create a straight line, he could etch an entire scene from memory.


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2024-03-21 09:05:52 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Letter: Researching C.R. Moss store in Gradyville, KY

Sean Kelley writes:
Hi I am the new owner of this property and am currently fixing the block building that I have been told by many locals that have lived in the area their entire lives that the roof on the block building started collapsing 25 to 30 years ago.

I am in search of any and all photos of the old Texaco station and block building. Any assistance would be very much appreciated. Thank you in advance for any assistance.
If you have old photos to share, please use the email address on the Columbia Magazine Contact Page to let us know, and we'll make sure to get them to Sean and share them with readers.

Comments re: C.R. Moss Store and Service Station


2024-03-21 08:05:42 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback

Tennis: LWC Sweeps Georgetown at Home

The No. 10-ranked Lindsey Wilson women's tennis team and the No. 15-ranked men's tennis team were host to Georgetown on Wednesday, March 21, 2024, at the Henry Baughman Tennis Complex. The men (8-3, 3-0 in the Mid-South Conference) defeated Georgetown 7-0, and the women continued their unbeaten run in MSC play following their own 7-0 sweep over the visitors.

The Blue Raiders will be back on the court at 2pmCT on Thursday, March 21, 2024, as they host Union College at the Henry Baughman Tennis Complex, 401 Spickard Drive, Columbia, KY.


2024-03-21 07:57:38 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports

Good Friday Bake Sale to support OCC

There will be a bake sale at Edmonton State Bank, 118 S Main St, Edmonton, KY, from 9amCT to 4pmCT on Good Friday, March 29, 2024. Proceeds from the sale will help support Shoebox Gifts for Operation Christmas Child from Metcalfe County.

Text or call Carol Perkins 270-670-4913 if you would like to donate baked items, or bring them to ESB on Thursday or early Friday morning, March 28 and 29, 2024.

Carol says, "Let us bake your Easter Desserts!"


2024-03-21 07:48:47 | Comments | Printable version

ACES School-Based Decision Making Council to meet Mar 21

From Sommer Brown, Principal
Adair County Elementary School

Adair County Elementary School's School-Based Decision Making Council will have their regular meeting at 4:30pmCT on Thursday, March 21, 2024. The meeting will be held in the Library at Adair County Elementary School, 870 Indian Dr, Columbia, KY, and is open to the public.


2024-03-21 07:41:28 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education


Birthdays and Anniversaries for March 21
Happy Birthday, Anita and Barbara | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Betty Wall | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Greg Stapleton | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Joe N. Coffey | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, John Howery (1952) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Johnnietta Jessie (1958) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Justin R. Tucker | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Kara Murphy (2000) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Mark Baker | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Mark Karnes | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Rick Wilson | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Tim Judd | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Parthena McQueary Bradshaw, 92, Russell Co., KY (1925-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lorene Rhodes, Campbellsville, KY (1931-2009) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Marla Jean Walls, Russell Springs, KY (1953-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Melody I. Coffey, Russell Springs, KY (1955-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Rebecca June Watts, Edmonton, KY (1946-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Steven Randall (Randy) Richards, Liberty, KY (1961-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, John C. Bray, Burkesville, KY (1921-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Vernie Alice Brewer English, Greensburg, KY (1938-2020) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, R.B. Tincher Taylor Co., KY (1926) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Versie Colwell, Taylor Co., KY (1915 ) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Joslynn Ann Luttrell, Adair Co., KY (2012) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Byron Whittle, Russell County, KY (1921) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Judge James G. Weddle, Liberty, KY (1941) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Marvin Ray Patton Casey County, KY (1946) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Andy A. Miller, Casey County, KY (1962-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Randy Elmore, 46, Russell Co., KY (1967-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Betty Russell Murphy, Casey County, KY (1930-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Sarah Lee Page Wayne, Taylor Co., KY (1921-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bobbie J. Hinton, 80, Russell Co., KY (1934-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lorinda Key, 55, Cumberland Co., KY |1959-2014| | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, M. Rey Yarberry, Green Co., KY (1929-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Gladys M. Keltner, Green County, KY (1916-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In memory birthday, Johnnie W. Price, Taylor Co., KY (1934-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Genia Lynn Stephens, 45, Russell Co., KY (1970-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bernice Underwood, 69, Taylor County, KY (1946-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Earl Ballenger, 74, Jamestown, KY (1941-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In memory birthday, Danny Lee (Dan) Dunbar, Russell Springs, KY (1940-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Brenda Sue Miller, Adair Co., KY (1954-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Levettia (Tiny) Hicks, Campbellsville, KY (1929-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mabel Sullivan, 90, Taylor Co., KY (1926-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Dennis Hopper Selby, Russell Co., KY (1966-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, John L. Burchett, 49, Russell Co., KY (1967-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Denesa Burton Veatch, Taylor County/Adair Co., KY native (1963-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ralph Henry Judd, 97 Jefferson County, KY/Green County Native (1921-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mr. Rodney Earl Scott, 46, Marrowbone, Cumberland Co., KY (1972-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Gloria Dean Luttrell, 60, Dunnville, KY (1960-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Harold Wayne Acree, 71, Green Co., KY native (1952-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Iza Pearl Helm, 91, Jamestown, KY (1931-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Joe Norman Coffey, 90, Columbia, KY (1931-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Karsyn Rubbo, 4 months, Jamestown, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Rev. Clifford Buel Hayes, 87, Campbellsville, KY (1935-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Richard Dale Wilson, Sr., 66, Campbellsville, KY (1957-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Steven (Half-pint) Mitchell, 35, Taylor Co., KY (1987-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Theresa A. Goldsmith, 66, Taylor Co., KY native (1957-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Uriel C. Sparks, formerly of Adair County (1930-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, William Junior 'Willie' Murrell, Adair County, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Willie York, 82, Russell Springs, KY (1938-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)

Events scheduled for Thursday, March 21, 2024
All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
9:00amCTAdair Co. Board of Elections regular monthly meeting | (ID:66592, Comment)
1:00pmCTCommunity Food Giveaway at The Columbia Seventh-day Adventist Church | (ID:66631, Comment)
4:30pmCTACES School-Based Decision Making Council meeting | (ID:66654, Comment)

 

































 
 
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