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Daily News for Thursday, August 14, 2025
Susan Chambers, 84, Edmonton, KY (1940-2025) Susan Sandidge Shirley Chambers, beloved daughter, sister, wife, mother, aunt, teacher, and friend, passed away surrounded by love. Born and raised in Edmonton, Kentucky, Susan was the daughter of Ruth and Jack Shirley and sister to Morris Lane and Bob Shirley. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-08-14 22:11:06 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Carol Perkins: You're on the Air Previous Column: My Purse By Carol Perkins Susan Chambers and I had way too much fun hosting "Susan and Carol, Unscripted" on 99.1 the Hoss for twelve years. When Susan was no longer able to host the show, we "retired" and there wasn't a Tuesday morning that we didn't think of our many adventures. We began our talk radio experience in Horse Cave when the station was owned by Dwyane Forbis and our first guests were Richard, Fred, and Greg from the Headhunters. The crowded corner of the little room where the magic occurred rang with tall tales and laughter. The boys had been our students at Metcalfe County High. We went on to interview local business people, politicians, musicians, and many who were neither. Sometimes, Susan would meet strangers at lunch, strike up a conversation, and the next thing I knew they were sitting across from us on the radio. When David Froggett bought the station and moved to Edmonton, so did we. Susan loved Metcalfe County. She called it Paradise. One day, we were talking about how the town "used to be" and decided that a book sharing our knowledge was a necessity for those who had been born long after those businesses were gone. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-08-14 22:05:48 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Carol Perkins
Economic Development Authority to meet Aug 19 From Larry Walker, Chairman Columbia-Adair County Economic Development Authority The Columbia-Adair County Economic Development Authority will meet at 8amCT on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, at the Welcome and Development Center at 201 Burkesville St, Columbia, KY. Items on the agenda include discussion of the FY 2025 Annual Audit, agreement with Kentucky Industrial Alliance, advertising for Crop Lease bids, new chairs for Welcome & Development Center, and election of officers. Meeting Agenda: Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-08-14 22:01:25 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
Hiking in the Smokey Mountain National Park From Josh and Amy Brockman's travel notes Had a friend that wanted to hike up Mount Leconte in the Smokey Mountain National Park and I hadn’t been in awhile so quick plans were made. We left around 4:30am and rolled back into Columbia around 9:30-10pm. We had an awesome hike, although we did get caught in a pretty severe storm that blew in out of nowhere. It went from sunny to wind, rain, and lighting in thirty minutes. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-08-14 21:56:55 | Comments | Printable version
Gertrude Sprowles, 91, Taylor County, KY Gertrude Sprowles of Campbellsville, daughter of the late Milburn Hunt and Annnie Arvin Hunt, was born June 30, 1934 in Taylor County, Kentucky. She died Tuesday, August 12, 2025 in Greensburg at age 91. She professed faith in Christ and was a member of Mt. Gilboa Baptist Church. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-08-14 21:46:49 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Betty Young, 82, Metcalfe County, KY native Betty Lou Young, daughter of the late Mr. Rupert Brown and Elizabeth Harper Brown, was born on Thursday, November 26, 1942 in Metcalfe County, Kentucky and departed this life on Wednesday Morning August 13, 2025. She was 82 years, 8 months, and 18 days of age. She had made a profession of Faith and was a member of the Little Barren Separate Baptist Church. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-08-14 21:45:59 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Larry J. Smith voted Best Local Radio Host in KY Larry Smith at 99.9 The Big Dawg WVLC was voted #1 Best Local Radio Host in Kentucky Living's 2025 Best in Kentucky Awards, announced on Wednesday, August 13, 2025. Congratulations Larry! Other local Bests in Kentucky include:
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Craft and artisan vendors wanted for Fall Heritage Festival From Lyn Stanton, Program Director Homeplace on Green River The Fall Heritage Festival is planned for 8amCT to 3pmCT on Saturday, September 6, 2025, at Homeplace on Green River, 5807 New Columbia Rd., Campbellsville, KY, and vendor spaces are still available. Homeplace only accepts vendors of handmade or homegrown items. No resale items, no MLMs. Vendor Fees range from $35 to $75, and are waived for those doing demonstrations. Visit homeplacefarmky.org/vendor-information.html to learn more and to register today! We have limited space available for additional food trucks. Call Lyn at 270.308.2309 if you are interested in being a food vendor. 2025-08-14 12:18:22 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Homeplace on Green River
Blood Drive at Columbia Church of Christ on Aug 26 There will be a community blood drive from 1pmCT to 5pmCT on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, at the Columbia Church of Christ Fellowship Hall, 501 Jamestown Street, Columbia. All donors will receive a "Stay Peachy" T-shirt (while supplies last). Appointments are preferred but walk-ins are welcome. To schedule a donation, visit kybloodcenter.org or call 800.775.2522. Blood donors must be at least 17 years old (16 with parental consent), weigh at least 110 pounds, be in general good health, show a photo I.D. and meet additional requirements. Sixteen-year-old donors must have a signed parental permission slip, which can be found at kybloodcenter.org. 2025-08-14 12:12:39 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Health Care
TJRH launches Better Breathers Support Group From Stacey Biggs T.J. Regional Health is proud to announce the launch of the Better Breather Club, a support group designed to help individuals with chronic lung diseases such as COPD, asthma, pulmonary fibrosis, and lung cancer live healthier, fuller lives. The club is part of a national network of patient-centered programs supported by the American Lung Association. The Better Breathers Club offers education, resources, and peer support in a friendly and supportive environment. Meetings will be at 1pmCT on the second Monday of every month at the T.J. Health Pavilion Community Center, 310 N L Rogers Wells Blvd, Glasgow, KY. The first meeting is scheduled for 1pmCT on September 8, 2025. Meetings are open to anyone living with chronic lung conditions, as well as their caregivers and loved ones. Each session will include expert-led discussion on topics such as pulmonary rehabilitation, medication management, breathing techniques, nutrition, and emotional well-being. Attendees will also have the opportunity to share experiences and form meaningful connections with others facing similar health journeys. There is no cost to attend, but registration is strongly encouraged. For more information or to sign up, please contact Josh Wells-Hardy at 270-651-4433 or at Joshua.hardy@tjsamson.org. 2025-08-14 12:07:47 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Health Care
KELC releases July 2025 Unemployment Report From Mike Clark/Kim Saylor Brannock Frankfort, KY - Kentucky's seasonally adjusted preliminary July 2025 unemployment rate was 4.9%, according to the Kentucky Center for Statistics (KYSTATS), an agency within the Kentucky Education and Labor Cabinet. The preliminary July 2025 jobless rate was unchanged from June 2025 and down 0.2 percentage points from one year ago. The U.S. seasonally adjusted jobless rate for July 2025 was 4.2%, which was up 0.1 percentage points from June 2025, according to the U.S. Department of Labor. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-08-14 12:03:38 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Kentucky
ACMS SBDM Council to meet Aug 21 From Samantha Ellis, Principal Adair County Middle School The ACMS SBDM Council's regular August meeting will be held at 3:30pmCT on Thursday, August 21, 2025, in Room 127 at Adair County Middle School, 322 General John Adair Drive, Columbia, KY. 2025-08-14 12:01:03 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
Letter: Methodist Parsonage Mike Akin writes: I was a small boy when the Methodist Parsonage was built at 205 W. Guardian. This had to be in the mid to late 1950s. It was built next door to my grandfather's apartment house. His name was J.P. Traylor.Comments re: Letter: Columbia Methodist Church questions 2025-08-14 11:58:03 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
U.S. Drought Monitor: Abnormally dry conditions in Aug Conditions for 42728, Columbia, Kentucky worsened from No Drought to Abnormally Dry (D0), according to this week's U.S. Drought Monitor. The Climate Prediction Center's August Drought Outlook, released on July 31, 2025, had predicted that drought conditions would not develop in August. More at www.drought.gov/location/42728/ 2025-08-14 11:56:05 | Comments | Printable version
Boil Water Advisory lifted for Applyby Dr, Hwy 55S From Columbia/Adair Utilities District August 18, 2025 As of 10:40amCT on August 14, 2025 the boil water advisory for customers on Appleby Dr and 1450-3653 Hwy 55 South and all side roads in between has been lifted by the Division of Water. This means your water is safe for human consumption. You no longer have to boil your water. 2025-08-14 11:52:31 | Comments | Printable version
Branstetter Park Homecoming is Sunday, August 24 From Kim Harwood, Executive Director, Edmonton Metcalfe Chamber of Commerce The 99th annual Branstetter Park Homecoming in southern Metcalfe County, KY, will be held Sunday, August 24, 2025 at 10amCT. There will be no Saturday events, everything is on Sunday. Bring a covered dish for the potluck lunch that will follow the service. On The Program Will Be: Welcome by Harold Stilts; Memorial: Terry Hurt; Memorial Song: "The Last Mile Of The Way," Casey Harris; Devotional by Bro. Mark Parks, Message by Bro. Jackson Romines and Special Singing by The Gospel Sounds. 2025-08-14 10:34:11 | Comments | Printable version
Kenneth Ray Frazier, Jr, Green County, KY Kenneth Ray Frazier, Jr. age 75 of Green County, Kentucky, a loving husband, father and devout follower of Jesus Christ, peacefully passed away on August 9, 2025 after a hard fought battle with cancer. Kenny served in the Army National Guard, 27 years with the Hernando County Sheriff’s Office and taught Sunday School at his church. He positively impacted many lives during his time on Earth and his favorite past time was on his tractor mowing the hay field and pastures. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-08-14 10:28:50 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Phyllis Ann Abrell DeHart, 73, Adair County, KY Phyllis Ann Abrell DeHart, of Columbia, passed away on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at Russell County Hospital. She was 73 years of age. Born on August 9, 1952, in Russell County, she was a daughter of the late William "Bill" and Dorothy Antle Sullivan. Phyllis was a retired seamstress, having worked for herself, as well as Fruit of the Loom and Suttons. She was a member of Russell Springs Church of God, where she was a certified Sunday School teacher. Phyllis loved reading and studying her Bible and spending time with her family. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-08-14 10:26:56 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries Birthdays and Anniversaries for August 14 Happy Anniversary, Darrell West and Melanie Wilson-West (1999) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Gary Vernon and Peggy Ann Curry (1971) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Mark and Angie Burton (1992) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Mary Helen and Donnie Bennett | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Addison Brook Litteral (2009) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Alma Rich | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Brett Blair | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Chelsea Miller | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Gavin Bloyd Thomas (2001) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jonathan Gold | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Lana Glasgow | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Michael Gold | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Preston Chapman (1963) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Robert R. Loy | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Sammy Baker | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Sharon Wheeler | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Suzanne Wells Miell (1959) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Sydney Waggener | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Weston Eiven Pelston (2015) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Whitley Eastridge (2006) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Brandy R. Johnson, Russell Springs, KY (1983-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Morris W. Ingram, Green Co. native (1928-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Hazel Helm Henson, Dunnville, KY native (1927-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Vickie Jo Irvin, Russell Springs, KY (1945-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Larry Keith Breeding, Russell Springs, KY (1951-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mitch Lee, Green County, KY (1960-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ola Mae Foley Martin, Junction City, KY (1939-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Clifton Lee Gosser, Nancy, KY (1946-2020) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Judy Wolford LeFaivre, Adair Co., KY (1946) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James Allen Cahill, Taylor Co., KY (1997) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Zona Moss O'Neill Gradyville, KY native (1915) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Norma Jean Hatcher, Adair Co., KY (1964-2010) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Maxine Meeks, Casey Co., KY (1930) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Waylon Atchley, Jamestown, KY, (1980) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Betty Gilbert, 52, Columbia, KY (1960-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ronald E. Wethington, Casey County, KY (1948-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, George Sherwin King, Casey County, KY (1946-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Geraldine Laverne Winchester, Taylor Co., KY (1944-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Lula Belle Gribbins Bright, Taylor Co., KY (1935-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Andrew L. (Andy) Miller, Green Co., KY (1937-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ernest Calvin Bennett, 70, Russell Co., KY; Adair Co., KY native (1944-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, John Webster, Taylor Co., KY (1953-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Patricia McGowan Andrews, 71, Russell County, KY (1944-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ronald White, 78, Casey Co., KY (1937-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Chester (Chet) Pitcock, 69, Marrowbone, KY (1946-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Michael Blackburn, 54, Summer Shade, KY (1961-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James Marshall Epperson, 65, Adair Co., KY (1950-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lillie Belle Karnes, Taylor Co., KY (1920-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Willard Sallee, 82, Taylor Co., KY (1934-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, R.C. Weddle, Jr. , Casey County, KY (1928-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Margretta Thompson, Casey Co., KY (1935-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Richie Janes, 70, Adair County, KY (1947-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Paul Lewis Brown, 51, Knob Lick, KY (1966-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Becky Frances Robertson, Russell Springs, KY (1948-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Alice Mae Saltmarsh, 78, Columbia, KY (1945-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Freda Bernice Goodin, 88, Columbia, KY (1935-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, J.W. Keltner (1933-2008) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, lonas Crandle Wray, | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Ann Tarter Evans, 67, Casey County, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Phillip Bailey, 65, Columbia, KY (1957-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Roy R. Lawless, 73, Jamestown, KY (1949-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William Earl Milby, 77, Summersville, KY (1945-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Thursday, August 14, 2025 All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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