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Daily News for Wednesday, November 26, 2025
Letter: Phil Hanna memorials Richard and Ed Hanna write: We're Phil Hanna's brothers and we love him being honored in this way and this wonderful article about him. Duane Bonifer, special thanks to you for writing such a beautiful article about our brother.Comments re: Lindsey Wilson announces Phil Hanna Cultural Affairs Series 2025-11-26 15:56:02 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
Seibert Keith Sullivan, 88, Taylor County, KY Seibert Keith Sullivan, of Campbellsville, Kentucky, went to his heavenly home on Monday, November 24, 2025. He was 88 years old. Seibert was born on 9 December 1936 in Willowtown, Kentucky. He became a believer when he was 8 years old and knew at that time that he was called to be a preacher. He married Minnie Louise Harris on December 25, 1954, and they celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary at Bluegrass Way in 2024. He is a 1958 graduate of Taylor County High School and a 1976 graduate of Clear Creek Baptist Bible College, Pineville, Kentucky. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-11-26 14:10:34 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Kitty Joyce Sparks, 88, Cumberland County, KY Kitty Joyce (McCool) Sparks of Burkesville, Kentucky passed away on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at the Cumberland County Hospital in Burkesville, Kentucky having attained the age of 88 years, 10 months, and 21 days. She was born on Saturday, January 2, 1937, in Burkesville, Kentucky, the daughter of Curtis Vincent & Ora Helen (Baker) McCool. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-11-26 14:09:29 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Carol Perkins: A Mad Fit Previous Column: Carol Perkins: Thanksgiving in Hiding By Carol Perkins I haven't had a mad fit in a long time, but I couldn't control myself the other day. I went to the basement to sort through my sewing room, trying to organize now that I'm finished sewing for a while, and ended up in the Christmas room. A pile of lights filled a tub, so I sat and started sorting them across my lap. One string lapped around another string, and by the time I pulled one out, plugged it in to see if it worked, and began on another, I was miffed. "This is for the birds," I thought. I also wished for kids to help because they would not have gotten themselves into a stew. Blue lights were tangled around white lights. The blue ones were used outside last year, so why did I have them with the white? Maybe I used some white with blue. Whatever happened when I took them off the bushes ended with them wrapped around each other in a mess. When I thought I had found the end of a strand that I was successfully unraveling, that strain belonged to another one I hadn't tackled yet. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-11-26 13:32:14 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Carol Perkins
Paying tribute to a legendary LWU English Professor English professor Kendall Sewell honors the late Mark Dunphy by teaching 'Moby-Dick' with the text he used as a Lindsey Wilson student. By Duane Bonifer When Lindsey Wilson University English professor Kendall Sewell teaches students about one of the great American novels, he channels a bit of one of the great Lindsey Wilson professors. In Sewell's "American Literature I" survey class, students are introduced to the writings of Herman Melville, including his epic 1851 novel, Moby-Dick; or, The Whale. One of texts Sewell uses to discuss what many consider to be the great American novel is an edition of Moby-Dick that Sewell used as a Lindsey Wilson undergraduate in an English class taught by the late Mark Dunphy. "It feels connective back to that moment when I was a student and seeing Dunphy introduce us to Melville in his animated way," said Sewell, who graduated from Lindsey Wilson in 2013. "It feels like a small way of honoring Dunphy's legacy and his legendary commitment to teaching." Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-11-26 13:22:41 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Lindsey Wilson University
Letter: Memories from the Past Comments re: The Flag at ACMS By Dave Rosenbaum The photo of the flag at ACMS brought to mind an episode from many decades ago. For some undisclosed reason, the smartest student in our class decided to prank. He first went to Russell & Co. on the Square and purchased the largest pair of pink ladies bloomers that Russell had. He then proceeded to the White Cash Market and bought a can of Crisco. Then to ACHS, climbed the flag pole and hung the pink bloomers to wave in the wind. On the way back down the pole, he greased it with the Crisco. Someone ratted out the fellow and Principal Brooks Coomer was anything but amused by the prank and, as punishment, banned the culprit from membership in the Beta Club. I'll just bet that it is the only recorded time that expulsion from the Beta Club was used as punishment. 2025-11-26 13:17:41 | Comments | Printable version
ACSO: Thanksgiving Holiday schedule From Sheriff Gary Roy Adair County Sheriff's Office The Adair County Sheriff's Office will be closed on Thursday, November 27, 2025, and Friday, November 28, 2025, for Thanksgiving, but deputies will still be available for service. If you have a non-emergency and need to speak with a deputy, call the Adair County 911 center at 270-384-6464. If you have an emergency, dial 911. Adair County Sheriff Gary Roy, deputies and staff would like to wish everyone a safe and Happy Thanksgiving. 2025-11-26 13:17:32 | Comments | Printable version
Ralph (Cooney) Shearer, 88, Columbia, KY (1936-2025) Ralph "Cooney" Shearer of Columbia passed away at Morning Pointe in Danville, Kentucky on Tuesday, November 25, 2025. He was 88 years old. The funeral service will be held at 1pmCT on Saturday, November 29, 2025, at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home, 200 Campbellsville Street, Columbia, KY, with Pastor Ryan Boatright officiating. Burial will follow in Shearer Cemetery at Cundiff, KY. Visitation is requested after 10amCT on Saturday. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-11-26 10:09:49 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
KSP annual Trooper Teddy Sale supports children in crisis From Sherry Bray Frankfort, KY - As holiday shopping begins, the Kentucky State Police (KSP) encourages Kentuckians to give a gift that goes beyond the season. The agency's annual Trooper Teddy Black Friday sale runs November 27, 2025, through December 2, 2025, offering the signature teddy bears at a special price of $20. Each bear purchased helps fund the Trooper Teddy Project, a long-standing program that places teddy bears in the hands of children experiencing traumatic events, including severe illnesses, abuse or involvement in critical incidents. The initiative operates solely through charitable contributions and bear sales, ensuring all proceeds directly support the purchase of additional bears. Trooper Teddy Bears can be purchased online or at any KSP Post. Customers may pick up bears at a local post at no cost or choose to have them shipped for an additional fee. Supporters can also make tax-deductible donations to the project. To purchase a bear or contribute to the Trooper Teddy Project, please visit the official Trooper Teddy website. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-11-26 10:05:34 | Comments | Printable version
Honors students explore diverse topics at LWU Fall Symposium The R.V. Bennett Honors Program is a 'launching pad' for curious and creative minds. By Duane Bonifer The TV show Game of Thrones might seem an unlikely way to study adverse childhood experiences, but that was but one of the creative research projects presented on Tuesday, November 25, at the 2025 fall symposium of the Lindsey Wilson University R.V. Bennett Honors Program. Held in the university's Holloway Building, 17 Lindsey Wilson honors students gave 18 presentations on academic work, research and experiences, turning two rooms of the Katie A. Murrell Library into an academic conference that's been called a "launching pad" for Lindsey Wilson student scholars. "I always expect them to do well, but every time they up their game," said Lindsey Wilson history professor Elizabeth Tapscott, who is also R.V. Bennett Honors Program director. "The level of work that these students do is always a joy to watch." This fall's symposium featured both a high level of quality and quantity of research by Lindsey Wilson undergraduates as the event required two rooms -- the Thomas D. Clark Reading Room and the Keith Stearns Room -- to accommodate the presentations. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-11-26 09:50:49 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Lindsey Wilson University
Achilles Award presented to Anne Devore-Birge By Kim Harwood, Executive Director Edmonton Metcalfe County Chamber of Commerce Anne Devore-Birge was presented with the Achilles Award at the Annual Chamber Christmas Banquet on Monday, November 24, 2025. The Edmonton Metcalfe County Chamber of Commerce recognizes a deserving community member for the Achilles Award each quarter. Achilles was the Chamber mascot and beloved companion of Bill & Chris Lagermann. He made an appearance at most every Chamber event, and he will be forever loved and missed by this community. You may know Anne Devore-Birge as a local business owner and huge supporter of all things Metcalfe. Anne has owned and operated Wall Works on the Square in Edmonton since 2016. Anne is an ideal choice for the Achilles Awards for many reasons, but her gift of caring for others and answering the call in times of tragedy has been apparent over the last several weeks. Anne has sent food to families who have lost loved ones, provided flowers in situations where the money was not there. She is known for her generosity in the community, donating to school events, benefits to pay for medical care and funeral expenses, not to mention the gift of listening to those who just need to talk. Anne supports and encourages other small business owners and is a role model for perseverance. Anne's business has seen lean months, but she does not give up, she works that much harder. These qualities are what makes Anne an ideal choice for the Achilles Award. The Achilles Award does not come with money or ribbons but a heartfelt appreciation for those who help make Metcalfe County a better place, thank you Anne Devore-Birge for doing just that! 2025-11-26 09:34:26 | Comments | Printable version Birthdays and Anniversaries for November 26 Happy Anniversary, Lacy and Jill Grant | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Scott & Mary Lee | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Allison Rountree | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Austin Lee | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Bishop King, Jr. | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, David Taylor | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jacob Polston | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Kayden Ryan Bennett (2007) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Keith Reynolds | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Kylie Madison Bailey | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Michelle Ashbrook (1986) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Nealia Baker | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Randall Burton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Sam Baker (1999) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Sara Foos (1981) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Teresa A. Grider (1966) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Victor Drake Sneed (2007) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jeanette Ruth Betzing Taylor, Mell Ridge, KY (1947-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lola Loy Dicken, Glasgow, KY (1958-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Barbara Hatter, Waynesburg, KY (1941-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Peggy Jo Johnson Price, Campbellsville, KY (1932-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Greg Holt, Adair Co., KY (1954) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bro. Danny Hart, Russell Co., KY (1948) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Faye Bault Adair County, KY (1939) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Neal Fletcher, Cumberland Co., KY (1934 | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Frances Dial Smith, Adair County, KY (1920) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Gary W. Mann, 56, Russell County, KY (1956-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Phillip Richardson Bartley, Metcalfe Co., KY (1939-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dickey Akin, Adair County, KY (1944-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jerry Lee Stephens, 60, Casey Co., KY (1954-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Roy C. McDonald, Casey County, KY (1929-2015 | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William C. Riddle, Cumberland Co., KY (1946-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lesa Davidson, 50, Casey County, KY (1966-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Frances Curry, Taylor County, KY (1931-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Gary Russell, 55, Russell Springs, KY (1962-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bishop King, Adair County, KY (1962) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bobby Joe Passmore, 41, Casey County, KY (1978-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Calvin Pendleton, 66, Adair Co., KY native (1954-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Frances W. Cunningham, 93, Columbia, KY (1930-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Gerald Hodges (Hodge) Skaggs, 88, Taylor County, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jessie Aubry Bryant, 87, Russell Springs, KY (1932-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Larry Neal Glass, 74, Campbellsville, KY (1948-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Noel Ross Morgan, 88, Russell Springs, KY (1931-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Oris Marvin Bingham, Green Co., KY (1932-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Samuel Lee Crawley, 88, Campbellsville, KY (1931-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Shirley A. Rucker, 86, Campbellsville, KY (1936-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Susan Rawsky, 69, Green Co., KY (1953-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory of Frances Smith, Adair County, KY (1920) | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Wednesday, November 26, 2025 All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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