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Christmas Band Concert Tuesday night in Edmonton

A Metcalfe County Bands Christmas Concert will be held Tuesday, December 13, 2022 at 6:30omCT in the Metcalfe County Middle School Auditorium in Edmonton.

Featured will be: 6/7 Beginner Band, 7/8 MS Band, MCHS Band, and the Hoot N' Holler Student Band.


2022-12-12 23:17:24 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education

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Ohreta Sprague, 77, Russell Springs, KY (1945-2022)



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Christmas Play at Glens Fork Church of the Nazarene

From Tiffany Collins

Glens Fork Church of the Nazarene will present their Christmas play, Nazareth Evening News, for one night only, at 6pmCT on Sunday, December 18, 2022. Come see what the news is about.

Glens Fork Church of the Nazarene is located at 7811 Highway 55 South, Columbia, KY.


2022-12-12 18:11:03 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Church News

50th Anniversary Celebration for Terry and Marci White

From Elizabeth White

There will be a 50th Anniversary Celebration honoring Terry and Marci White from 1pmCT to 3pmCT on Sunday, December 18, 2022, at Columbia Christian Church.

Columbia Christian Church is located at 206 Campbellsville St., Columbia, KY.


2022-12-12 18:04:53 | Comments | Printable version

Ohreta Sprague, 77, Russell Springs, KY (1945-2022)

Ohreta Sprague of Russell Springs passed away on Sunday, December 11, 2022, at her home. She was 77 years old.

Funeral services are scheduled for 1pmCT on Wednesday, December 14, 2022, at Bernard Funeral Home, 367 N. Main St., Russell Springs, KY, with Bro. Miles Landon Wilson officiating. Burial will follow in Good Tidings Cemetery.

Visitation will be held after 10amCT on Wednesday, until time for services.


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2022-12-12 17:59:34 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Robert Glen (Bobby) Mitchum, 81, Glensfork, KY (1941-2022)

Robert Glen "Bobby" Mitchum of Glensfork passed away on Sunday, December 11, 2022, at his residence. He was 81 years old.

Funeral services will be held at 2pmCT on Wednesday, December 14, 2022, at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home, 210 Greensburg St., Columbia, KY, with Bro. Jimmy Bunch officiating. Burial will follow in the McClister Cemetery.

Visitation is requested on Wednesday after 10amCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home.


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2022-12-12 17:55:57 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

ACES SBDM Council meeting moved to Wednesday

From Sommer Brown, Principal
Adair County Elementary School

The regular December meeting of Adair County Elementary's School-Based Decision Making Council, originally scheduled for December 15, has been rescheduled. The council will meet at 4pmCT on Wednesday, December 14, 2022, in the school's library at 870 Indian Dr., Columbia, KY. The meeting is open to the public.


2022-12-12 17:51:21 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education

Billy Smiley, 39, Columbia, KY (1983-2022)

Billy Huston Smiley of Columbia died on Saturday, December 10, 2022 at his home. He was 39 years old.

The funeral service will be held at 1pmCT on Tuesday, December 13, 2022, at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home, 200 Campbellsville Street, Columbia, KY, with Father Pat Dolan officiating. Burial will follow in Hancock Cemetery.

Visitation is requested from 10amCT until 1pmCT on Tuesday, December 13, 2022, at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home.


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2022-12-12 17:48:02 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

KY Afield Video: December 10, 2022 Full Show


This week on KY Afield: taking a look at the 2022 Modern Firearm season, fly fishing for trout, and heading to western Kentucky to see how Fisheries Biologists are creating fish habitat for sport fish on lake Barkley.


2022-12-12 12:00:38 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Ky Afield Outdoors

Basketball: Blue Raider Men face exhibition test at Austin Peay

On Monday evening, the Lindsey Wilson men's basketball team will take a brief step away from its Mid-South Conference schedule to travel to Clarksville, TN, for an exhibition showdown with Austin Peay State University.

Monday's action will be televised online on ESPN+, and live stats can be found at letsgopeay.com. Tip-off from the Winfield Dunn Center is slated for 7pmCT.

This will be the Blue Raiders' second such contest of the 2022-23 season after previously visiting Murray State University back on November 12. It will be the first meeting between the locals and the Governors since February 15, 1937.


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2022-12-12 11:56:27 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports

Adair among five county fair grant awards announced by KDA

From Lisa Tolliver

Frankfort, KY - Five Kentucky county fairs boards were awarded almost $500,000 from the Kentucky Department of Agriculture (KDA) for new construction projects, Agriculture Commissioner Dr. Ryan Quarles has announced. The grants will fund infrastructure improvements for county fairgrounds.

The amount and the recipient of each grant include:
  • Adair County - $92,325 for a new restroom building;
  • Bourbon County - $100,000 for the demolition of an old barn and the construction of a new livestock pavilion;
  • Marion County - $100,000 for the demolition of an old building and construction of a new building to house restrooms, a concession stand and an office area;
  • Western Kentucky State Fair (Christian County) - $100,000 for the construction of a livestock barn; and
  • Whitley County - $100,000 for the construction of a horse ring shelter.
"County fairs are at the heart of our agriculture communities. Each year I get the unique honor of announcing grants to local county fair boards for infrastructure improvements," Commissioner Quarles said. "These grants allow county fair boards to enhance the environment of livestock shows, and other events when the time comes."


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2022-12-12 11:45:12 | Comments | Printable version

Christmas Village opens in Columbia on Dec 16, 2022

Christmas Village, the collection of Billy Pickett, will be opening to the public on the two upcoming weekends - Friday, Saturday and Sunday, December 16, 17 and 18; and again on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Dec 23, 24 and 25.

The location is 708 Pickett Street. Hours on Fridays and Saturdays begin at 5pmCT and Sunday open hours begin at 1pmCT. Free Popcorn and Cotton candy will be available.


2022-12-12 09:54:58 | Comments | Printable version

City Council holds last monthly meeting of 2022

By Linda Waggener

The December Columbia City Council meeting was the last regular session of 2022. A positive audit report was provided and a report was given for the ARPA funds that the City has yet to invest. Aproximately $750,000 is left from the original total.

The first priority will be to finish the walking track at the Burkesville Street Citizens Park. Approximately $250,000 is planned for completion of that project which will include the walkway, a dog park and restrooms.


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2022-12-12 09:51:57 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government

Tyhese Moore, 36, Campbellsville, KY (1986-2022)

Tyhese Carlos Moore of Campbellsville passed away on Friday, December 9, 2022 in Louisville at the University of Louisville Hospital. He was 36 years old.

The family will receive friends at the L.R. Petty Funeral Home, 1765 New Columbia Rd, Campbellsville, KY on Thursday, December 15, 2022 from 2pmET until 6pmET.

A funeral service will be held on Saturday, December 17, 2022 at the James Funeral Services, 204 Hill Ave, Aurora, IL. He will be laid to rest in the Spring Lake Cemetery in Aurora following the service.


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2022-12-12 09:38:57 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

City Officials to be sworn in on December 29

From Tiffany Collins

The Inauguration for the new City of Columbia administration will be held at NoonCT on Thursday, December 29, 2022.

There will be a reception from 11amCT until NoonCT at City Hall, 116 Campbellsville Street, Columbia, KY, to meet the new officials and the city department leaders.

The inauguration of new city officials will occur at NoonCT. They will be sworn in by Circuit Judge Judy Murphy. The public is invited to attend.


2022-12-12 09:19:48 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government

Agenda for Monday Fiscal Court Meeting

From Bridget Compton

The Adair County Fiscal Court will meet in regular session at 6pmCT on Monday, December 12, 2022, in the basement of the Adair County Annex building located at 424 Public Square, Columbia, KY. The public is invited to attend.

Meeting Agenda:


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2022-12-12 09:16:18 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government

Billy Ray Walton, 85, Russell Springs, KY (1937-2022)

Billy Ray "Bill" Walton of Russell Springs passed away on Friday, December 9, 2022, at his home. He was 85 years old.

Funeral services are scheduled for 1pmCT on Monday, December 12, 2022, at Bernard Funeral Home, 367 N. Main St., Russell Springs, KY , with Bro. Bill Welker and Bro. Bucky Walters officiating. Interment will follow in Russell County Memorial Gardens.

Visitation will be held after 10amCT on Monday, until time for funeral services.


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2022-12-12 09:06:17 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Wrestling: LWC posts 3-2 record at NAIA Challenge Duals

The No. 14-ranked Lindsey Wilson wrestling team produced a 3-2 record at the NAIA Challenge Duals on Sunday afternoon.

Lindsey Wilson picked up wins over RV Rio Grande (OH), RV Midway (KY) and No. 15 Marian (IN) but fell to No. 9 Menlo (CA) and No. 5 Indiana Tech.


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2022-12-12 08:13:09 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports

Haiku by Robert Stone for December 12, 2022

When two versions heard,
ought never to have been born
is a dreadful choice.
--Robert Stone, Monday, 12 December 2022.
-1000 haiku fourth time, more days coming up, Day 4108


2022-12-12 08:09:19 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today

7-County Area Courts for Mon 12 Dec 2022

Local schedules for Circuit Courts, District Courts, for Monday, December 12, 2022, at a glance:
  • Adair County: 1 event Circuit Court. 40 events District Court.
  • Casey County: 91 events Circuit Court. 1 event District Court.
  • Cumberland County: No events Circuit Court. No events District Court.
  • Green County: 1 event Circuit Court. 83 events District Court.
  • Metcalfe County: 2 events Circuit Court. No events District Court.
  • Russell County: 1 event Circuit Court. 201 events District Court.
  • Taylor County: No events Circuit Court. 107 events District Court.
Note: NOT Official. Always Click to Docket for all Kentucky Counties


2022-12-12 08:08:55 | Comments | Printable version


Birthdays and Anniversaries for December 12
Happy Anniversary, David and Kathy Keith (1975) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Kyle and Natalie Riddle (2009) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday Caleb Bennett | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Brandon Hitch | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Colton Back (1996) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Erica Antle | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jessica VanArsdale | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Joan Knopp | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Kendra Leveridge | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Madison VanArsdale | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Matti Hayven Moss (2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Tabatha Beard | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Wendell Taylor | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, James Ottis (Jay) Burton, 81, Columbia, KY | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Thomas Maholm, Adair Co., KY (1988) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Berry Franklin Major, Jr.. former IM0 plant manager, Columbia, KY (1938) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Billy J. Antle, Glensfork, KY, (1934-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Alvis (Honey) Sullivan, 93, Adair County, KY (1924-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Arlene Pettey, Russell Springs, KY (1926-2012) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Barbara Jean Downey (1937-2001) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Belinda S. Karbowsky, 60, Russell Springs, KY (1959-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bernard Janes (Dec. 12, 1937- Nov. 17, 2003) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Betty Jean Fields, 85, Greensburg, KY (1933-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Betty Ruth Hill, 83, Russell Springs, KY (1935-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bill Parson, 83, Adair County, KY native (1941-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Charles Hardin, Taylor County, KY (1942-2013) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Charles Willard Davis, Casey County, KY (1932-2013) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Charles William Isenberg, 91, Summer Shade, KY (1925-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Duke Emerson, Casey Co., KY (1931-2013) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Edward B. Williams (Dec.12, 1910 - Oct. 31.1998) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Elvia Don Burton, 77, Columbia, KY (1942-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Eugene Wilson, Russell County, KY (1928-2013) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Gary Kenton (Fuzzy) Stanton, 83, Columbia, KY (1939-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jack Hartman, 88, Campbellsville, KY (1931-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jamia Skaggs, Taylor County, KY (1956-2013) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Janouise Thomas Swanson, Casey Co., KY native (1933-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jean Allen Taylor Carruth, 80, Green Co., KY native (1936-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jessie Ruth Skaggs Graham, Campbellsville, KY (1942-2015) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jewell Allen, Casey County, KY (1929-2013) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jim (J.A.) Traylor, 72, Casey County, KY (1943-2016) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Kevin Watkins, Russell County, KY (1964-2013) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Larry Wayne Cleaver, 73, Taylor County, KY (1946-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Marcia Milby, 64, Campbellsville, KY (1957-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Margaret Ann Fain, 87, Campbellsville, KY (1933-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Marie Wheat Helm (1948) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mildred Jean Boston, 79, Metcalfe County, KY (1936-2016) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Patricia (Pat) Eleanor Jones Jester, Glasgow KY (1944-2015) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Philip Grant Anderson, Jr., 26, Jamestown, KY (1991-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Roy W. Holt, 87, Mannsville, KY (1931-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ruth Eloise Salsbury, Taylor County, KY (1928-2013) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Sara Scott, 34, Columbia, KY (1989-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Shaurlene Cape, 66, Adair Co. native (1953-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Tamara Sue Beard, 54, Russell Springs, KY (1964-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Terri Lee Eldred Vibbert, 58, Beaumont, KY (1959-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Timothy (Tim) Mark Sutton, Russell Co., KY (1956-2015) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Willie Earl Sells, 84, Cumberland Co., KY (1929-2014) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)

Events scheduled for Monday, December 12, 2022
All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
10:00amCTAdopt-A-Grandparent at Summit Manor | (ID:64333, Comment)
4:00pmCTAdair Co. Primary Center SBDM Council meeting | (ID:64325, Comment)
5:00pmCTChristmas in the Park drive-through nightly at Little League Park | (ID:64299, Comment)
6:00pmCTACHS JV Girls Basketball at Warren Central | (ID:64076, Comment)
Adair Co. Fiscal Court meeting (click for agenda) | (ID:64342, Comment)
6:30pmCTACHS JV Boys Basketball at Green County | (ID:64010, Comment)
7:30pmCTACHS Varsity Girls Basketball at Warren Central | (ID:64052, Comment)

 
































 
 
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