Respectfully submitted:
Lisa Greer Adair County Clerk
The Adair County Board of Assessment of Appeals will meet on Thursday, June 9th, 2016 at 9:00 a.m. CST in the Office of the Adair County PVA, 424 Public Square, Columbia KY 42728.
Respectfully submitted: Lisa Greer Adair County Clerk
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The Adair County Clerk’s Office will be closed Saturday May 28th and Monday May 30th for Memorial Day. May God Bless Each and Everyone as we take this time to remember our fallen soldiers and love ones.
Adair County Clerk Lisa Greer and Staff Dog License and Kennel License for 2017 are now available to purchase at the Adair County Clerk’s Office, 424 Public Square, Ste3, Columbia during normal business hours Monday-Friday 8:00 am. CST to 4:00 p.m. CST and Saturday’s 8:00 a.m. CST to 12:00 p.m. CST.
Single Dog License: $10.00 Kennel License: (2 or more) $25.00 Note: If you only have 2 dogs you do not have to purchase the Kennel License. Information needed: Breed, Markings, Name of Dog and your personal information License become effective June 1st 2016 and run through June 30th 2017 Thank you, Lisa Greer, Adair County Clerk (Liberty, KY.) – Sgt. John Barnett is investigating a collision that occurred Sunday, May 22nd at approximately 1:50 PM EDT on KY 837. 46-year-old Georgia Hebert, of Waynesburg, was operating southbound 2006 Ford when she crossed the center-line and collided with a northbound 2016 Dodge Ram operated by 27-year-old Kevin Jones of Yosemite.
Hebert was airlifted to the UK Medical Center. A passenger, 20-year-old Zachary Bailey, from Walton, was not injured. Both were wearing seatbelts. Jones was belted and uninjured. Anyone wishing to apply for a City of Columbia alcohol license, other than a Quota Retail Package License, may begin doing so on Monday, May 23, 2016, by appointment. Please call City Hall at 270-384-2501 to schedule your appointment. - Rhonda Loy, City of Columbia, ABC Administrator
Adair County ABC will be accepting alcohol sales license and/or permit applications beginning Monday, May 23, 2016 by appointment. Anyone wishing to apply, needing instructions or assistance may make an appointment by contacting the Adair Co. ABC Office at 270-384-4703 or they may stop by the office located inside the Annex Monday-Friday 8-4 cst.
Applications may be reviewed or printed by following the link below. http://abc.ky.gov/Pages/LICapps.aspx Shannon Sexton Adair County ABC Chief Investigator One person has been arrested and more arrests are expected regarding a recent break-in at the home of a Russell Springs real estate agent
According to lakercountry.com, police arrested 24 year old Bryson McFall of Jamestown Thursday night and charged him with Burglary 1st degree as a result of the break-in last Sunday at the home of Tim Coffey, located on Roy Drive in Russell Springs. Coffey reported the break in to local authorities Sunday afternoon after reportedly returning home and discovering approximateltvy $20,000 in cash and some guns had been taken from his residence. On Thursday night, Russell Springs police executed a search warrant at an apartment in Jamestown reportedly occupied by McFall. He was arrested on several charges including burglary and possessgion of a controlled substance. He was lodged in the Russell County Detention Center. Russell Springs Police say more arrests are expected and the investigation is ongoing. Courtesy of lakercountry.com CAMPBELLSVILLE, Ky. – “I hope you are proud of yourselves and your accomplishments. Today is a day to celebrate you!” Rhonda Sims, associate commissioner of the Kentucky Department of Education, told the 199 teachers from 70 school districts throughout Kentucky honored by Campbellsville University, teaching is an important job, a hard job and a challenging job. Sims, a 1984 Campbellsville College graduate, was the guest speaker at the 30th Annual Excellence in Teaching Awards Ceremony Saturday, May 21 at the Ransdell Chapel on the Campbellsville University campus. Sims urged teachers to not say “I’m just a teacher” when asked what they do. She told them to say: “‘I inspire,’ ‘I innovate,’ ‘I motivate,’ ‘I engage,’ ‘I challenge’ or ‘I nurture children.’” She told the honorees they prepare the next generation to lead, think and solve problems. “You can love the subject matter you are teaching, but without care, concern and compassion for your students, you may be a good teacher, but you will never be a great teacher,” Sims said. Sims taught before going into administration with the Kentucky Department of Education, and said, “Teaching ignited a fire within me that I still feel when I go to work each day.” After playing school with dolls when she was a little girl, pretending they were students, she said, “When I got into the classroom with real students, I discovered that teaching was not only my calling, but also my passion,” she said. “You wouldn’t be here today if you didn’t have that passion for your students and share that love of learning.” Dr. Shane Garrison, dean of online education, made a special announcement in which Campbellsville University will be offering a $1,000 scholarship to each award recipient to be used toward any online master’s degree program at Campbellsville University for a total of nearly $200,000. In addition, Campbellsville University will allow this scholarship offer to be shared with others. Award recipients can recommend a fellow teacher, colleague, family member or friend for a $1,000 “Pay It Forward” scholarship. He said principals and superintendents of honored teachers can also recommend someone for the scholarship. The deadline to apply for the scholarship is July 29, and students must begin their academic coursework either in August or October of this year. More information can be found at online.campbellsville.edu/excellenceinteaching. Dr. Donna Hedgepath, vice president for academic affairs; Dr. Beverly Ennis, dean of the School of Education and Garrison presented the certificates to the teachers before a luncheon in Winters Dining Hall. Garrison also gave the invocation. Hedgepath, who has taught in the public school system, told the teachers to “Enjoy the day; it’s about you.” Dr. Beverly Ennis, dean of the College of Education, said, “Thank you for your service to children.” She told of the history of Campbellsville University, and said Campbellsville University is the most diverse private college in Kentucky and is in the top 20 lowest debt college in the United States. Dr. John Chowning, executive assistant to the president of Campbellsville University for government, community and constituent relations, introduced Sims and also read the names of the honorees. At this 30th annual program, CU recognized 199 teachers from 70 school districts. A total of 3,390 teachers have been recognized for their teaching excellence throughout the years. The Excellence in Teaching Awards program is in partnership with Lexington’s CBS-affiliate, WKYT-TV. The Excellence in Teaching Award recipients include the following with their superintendent listed first:
Adair County School System, Alan W. Reed, superintendent – Alice Curry, Adair County Elementary School; Katie Campbell, Adair County Middle School; and Mary McQuaide, Adair County High School; Anderson County School System, Sheila Mitchell, superintendent – Dawn Royalty, Sparrow Early Childhood Center; Natalie Frasure, Anderson County Middle School; and Lauren Vasser, Anderson County High School; Augusta Independent School System, Lisa McCane, superintendent- Tamara Denham, Augusta Independent School, Elementary; Terry Bray, Augusta Independent School, Middle; and Dan Hildebrand, Augusta Independent School, High; Barren County School System, Bo Matthews, superintendent – Cory Edwards, Red Cross Elementary School; Chasity Shipley, Barren County Middle School; and Michael Steenbergen, Barren County High School; Bell County School System, Yvonne Gilliam, superintendent – Pauline Dixon, Yellow Creek School Center; Jonathan Mangus, Lone Jack Central School Center; and Angelia Hammons, Bell County High School; Bourbon County School System, Amy Baker, superintendent – Shannon Wigginton, Bourbon Central Elementary School; Bradley Muntz, Bourbon County Middle School; and Michael Bess, Bourbon County High School; Bracken County School System, Jeff Aulick, superintendent – Melissa Irish, Taylor Elementary School; Mary Appleman, Bracken County Middle School; and Lila Brindley, Bracken County High School; Bullitt County School System, Keith Davis, superintendent – Traci Moore, Lebanon Junction Elementary School; Carl Curtsinger, Mt. Washington Middle School; and Katie Hardy, North Bullitt High School; Burgin Independent School System, Martha Collier, superintendent – Tabitha Renner, Burgin Independent School, Elementary; and Amanda Rulon, Burgin Independent School, Middle; Butler County School System, Scott Howard, superintendent – Kimberly Grubb, Morgantown Elementary School; Monica Crawford, Butler County Middle School; and Elliot Blanton, Butler County High School; Campbellsville Independent School System, Mike Deaton, superintendent – Doretha Sanders, Campbellsville Elementary School, 1998 Campbellsville University graduate; Jessica Lile, Campbellsville Middle School, 2011 and 2015 Campbellsville University undergraduate and master’s graduate; and Amy Deaton, Campbellsville High School, 2008 Campbellsville University master’s graduate; Carter County School System, Dr. Ronnie Dotson, superintendent – Samantha Thompson, Carter City Elementary School; Christi Burnett, East Carter Middle School; and Linda Burton, West Carter High School; Casey County School System, Marion Sowders, superintendent – Valeri Spaw, Walnut Hill Elementary School; Kim Baldwin, Casey County Middle School; and Kacey Huffaker, Casey County High School, 2006, 2008 and 2013 Campbellsville University undergraduate and master’s graduate; Caverna Independent School System, Cornelius Faulkner, superintendent – Jessica Hampton, Caverna Elementary School; Crittenden County School System, Vince Clark, superintendent – Suzzanne Brown, Crittenden County Elementary School; Shawna Sharp, Crittenden County Middle School; and Melisa Quertermous, Crittenden County High School; Cumberland County School System, Dr. Kirk Biggerstaff, superintendent – Lori Branham, Cumberland County Elementary School; Kristen Anderson, Cumberland County Middle School; and Tiffany Skeens, Cumberland County High School; Danville Independent Schools, Dr. Keith Look, superintendent – Carla Arnold, Toliver Elementary School; Caleb Wetmore, Bate Middle School; and Walker Dean, Danville High School; Daviess County School System, Owens Saylor, superintendent – Donna Howard, Whitesville Elementary School; Jessica Morris, Burns Middle School; and Beverly Payne, Davis County High School; East Bernstadt Independent School System, Vicki Jones, superintendent – Daryl Feltner, East Bernstadt Independent School, Elementary; and Karen Nantz, East Bernstadt Independent School, Middle; Edmonson County School System, Patrick L. Waddell, superintendent – Andrea Miller, Kyrock Elementary School; Mechille Gravil, Edmonson County Middle School; and Olivia Culbreth, Edmonson County High School; Elizabethtown Independent School System, Jon Ballard, superintendent – Dana McCurry, Panther Academy; Kathryn Davis, T. K. Stone Middle School; and Tim Hinkle, Elizabethtown High School; Estill County School System, Jeff Saylor, superintendent – Elizabeth Hughes, Estill Springs Elementary; Audrey Worrell, Estill County Middle School; and Amy Farmer, Estill County High School; Gallatin County School System, Travis Huber, superintendent – Tammy Walters, Gallatin County Elementary School; Garrard County School System, Paul M. Mullins, superintendent – Paula Turner, Paint Lick Elementary School; Hillary Vanoy, Garrard Middle School; and Jennifer Putman, Garrard County High School; Glasgow Independent School System, D. Sean Howard, superintendent – Renee Price, Glasgow Preschool Academy/South Green Elementary School; Wendy Decker, Glasgow Middle School; and Karla Bowles, Glasgow High School; Green County School System, Jim Frank, superintendent – Kathy Pegram, Green County Intermediate School, 2008 Campbellsville University graduate; Carol Harmon, Green County Middle School; and Casey Lay, Green County High School; Greenup County School System, Sherry Horsley, superintendent – Sarah Kelsey, McKell Elementary School; Kacey Carver, McKell Middle School; and Eric Boos, Greenup County High School; Hancock County School System, Kyle Estes, superintendent – Kelly Corley, North Hancock Elementary School; Trey Anderson, Hancock County Middle School; and Josh Bush, Hancock County High School; Harlan County School System, T. Michael Howard, superintendent – Kenny Hughes, Black Mountain Elementary School; Vanessa Belcher, Rosspoint Elementary School, fourth-sixth grades; and Benjamin Baker, Harlan County High School; Harlan Independent Schools, Charles Morton, superintendent – Emily Bailey, Harlan Elementary School; Melissa Howard, Harlan Middle School; and Berdie Crabtree, Harlan High School; Harrison County School System, Andy Dotson, superintendent – DeAnna Murdock, Southside Elementary School; Betty Faye Peak, Harrison County Middle School; and Mary Ping, Harrison County High School; Hart County School System, Ricky Line, superintendent – Megan Thompson, LeGrande Elementary School; Andrea Nichols, Munfordville Elementary School, seventh and eighth grades; and Roxye Sidebottom, Hart County High School, 2015 Campbellsville University master’s graduate; Hopkins County School System, Linda Zellich, superintendent – Stacy Burns, Pride Elementary School; Amanda Bearden, James Madison Middle School; and Shannon King, Madisonville North Hopkins High School; Jackson Independent School System, Lonnie Morris, superintendent – Brenda Tincher, Jackson City School, Elementary; Sylvia Havicus, Jackson City School, Middle, 2009 Campbellsville University master’s graduate; and Joseph Sewell, Jackson City School, High; Jefferson County School System, Dr. Donna Hargens, superintendent – Brandy Hurley, Fairdale Elementary School; Kimberly Joiner, Noe Middle School; and Mary Wurst, Butler Traditional High School; Jessamine County School System, Kathy Fields, superintendent – Brittney Sanderson, Brookside Elementary School; Alison Calhoun, West Jessamine Middle School; and Ashley Onkst, East Jessamine High School; Kentucky Christian Academy, Lori J. Eubank, administrator – Kari Jo Booe, Kentucky Christian Academy, 2003 and 2006 Campbellsville University undergraduate and master’s graduate; Kentucky School for the Deaf School System, Dr. Stephen Pruitt, superintendent – Karen Schulz, Kentucky School for the Deaf, Elementary; Chanda Britt, Kentucky School for the Deaf Middle; and Paula Meckes, Kentucky School for the Deaf, High; LaRue County School System, Sam Sanders, superintendent – Dora Canter, Abraham Lincoln Elementary School; Teresa Lee, LaRue County Middle School; and Houston Cruse, LaRue County High School; Laurel County School System, Dr. Doug Bennett, superintendent – Shawna Chaney, Camp Ground Elementary School; Diana Beckner, South Laurel Middle School; and Stephen Byrd, South Laurel High School; Lincoln County School System, Karen Hatter, superintendent – Susan Johnson, Stanford Elementary School; Timothy Wheeler, McGuffey 6th Grade Center; and Amanda Coffman, Lincoln County High School; Marion County School System, Taylora Schlosser, superintendent – Karen Nelson, Glasscock Elementary School; Amanda Farmer, St. Charles Middle School, 2002 Campbellsville University graduate; and Jason Simpson, Marion County High School; Marshall County School System, Trent Lovett, superintendent – Nan Arant, Calvert City Elementary School; Andrew Clinton, North Marshall Middle School; and Tracey York, Marshall County High School; Meade County School System, Dr. John Milby, superintendent – Deborah Strubler, Payneville Elementary School; Mary Lang, Stuart Pepper Middle School; and Mark Crosslin, Meade County High School; Menifee County School System, Timothy Spencer, State Manager – Katrina Hiler, Menifee Elementary School; Debra Craver, Menifee Elementary School, sixth and seventh; and Lana Swartz, Menifee High School; Mercer County School System, Dennis Davis, superintendent – Traci Goodlett, Harlow Early Learning Center, 1992 Campbellsville University graduate; Tiffany Ison, King Middle School; and Amanda Brandenburg, Mercer County Senior High School; Metcalfe County School System, Dr. Benny Lile, superintendent – Robin Hancock, Metcalfe County Elementary School; Stephen Robertson, Metcalfe County Middle School; and Brandi Ethridge, Metcalfe County High School; Nelson County School System, Anthony Orr, superintendent – Emily-Ann Gann, The New Haven School; and Martinia Amshoff, Boston School; Ohio County School System, Scott Lewis, superintendent – Kelly Jameson, Southern Elementary School; Christie Young, Ohio County Middle School; and Arthur Hale, Ohio County High School; Owen County School System, Dr. Robert Stafford, superintendent – Susan Traylor, Owen County Elementary School; Timothy Marcum, Maurice Bowling Middle School; and Chad Rose, Owen County High School; Owsley County School System, Tim Bobrowski, superintendent – Tia Botner, Owsley County Elementary School; Tina Cornwell, Owsley County High School, seventh and eighth grades; and Jennifer Hall, Owsley County High School, ninth-12th grades; Paris Independent School System, Gary Wiseman, superintendent – Ashley Norris, Paris Elementary School; Samantha Brown, Paris Middle School; and Ivonne Davila-Beegle, Paris High School; Pulaski County School System, Steve Butcher, superintendent – Jennifer Blankenship, Pulaski Elementary School; Whitney Fletcher, Northern Middle School; and Jennifer Bowling, Pulaski County High School; Rockcastle County School System, David Pensol, superintendent – Rita Shaffer, Brodhead Elementary School; Kimberly Holcomb, Rockcastle County Middle School; and Mary Adams, Rockcastle County High School; Rowan County School System, Marvin Moore, superintendent – Brenda Carter, McBrayer Elementary School; Stacie May, Rowan County Middle School; and Alan Evans, Rowan County Senior High School; Russell County School System, Michael Ford, superintendent – Renae Turner, Jamestown Elementary School; Jason Davidson, Russell County Middle School; and Marla Akin, Russell County High School; Russellville Independent Schools, Leon Smith, superintendent – Jennifer Clark, R. E. Stevenson Elementary School; Kaylee Crowder, Russellville Junior/Senior High School, sixth grade; and Jessie Baker, Russellville Junior/Senior High School, ninth-11th grades; Science Hill Independent School System, Rick Walker, superintendent – Tiffany Bray, Science Hill Independent School, Elementary; and Stephanie Roberts, Science Hill Independent School, Middle; Scott County School System, Patricia Putty, superintendent – Janet Butler, Lemons Mill Elementary School; Patrick Keeney, Georgetown Middle School; Micki Ray, Scott County High School; Silver Grove Independent School System, Kenneth Ellis, superintendent – Nicole Wiseman, Silver Grove Independent Schools, Elementary; and Brett Kies, Silver Grove Independent Schools, High; Simpson County School System, Dr. James Flynn, superintendent – Marschelle Sekora, Lincoln Elementary School; Justin Mitchell, Franklin Simpson Middle School; and James Parrish, Franklin Simpson High School; Somerset Independent School System, Kyle Lively, superintendent; Jennifer Coldiron, Porter Hopkins Elementary School; Richard Lovitt, Meece Middle School; and Courtney Ikerd, Somerset High School; Spencer County School System, Charles Adams, superintendent – Ricky Reinle, Taylorsville Elementary School; Amanda Butler, Spencer County Middle School; and Peggy Pickett, Spencer County High School; Taylor County School System, Roger D. Cook, superintendent; Andrea Smith, Taylor County Elementary School, 2009 Campbellsville University master’s graduate; Vicky Newton, Taylor County Middle School; and Emma Valdés, Taylor County High School; Todd County School System, Wayne Benningfield, superintendent – Joey Jones, North Todd Elementary School; Lisa Porter, Todd County Middle School; and Shannon Bailey, Todd County Central High School; Union County School System, Patricia Sheffer, superintendent – Megan Fields, Morganfield Elementary School; Lindsay McCall, Union County Middle School; and Jeremy Hill, Union County High School; Walton-Verona Independent School System, Dr. Robert Storer, superintendent – Tara Rowekamp, Walton-Verona Elementary School; Patrick Ryan, Walton-Verona Middle School; and Sarah Hester, Walton-Verona High School; Warren County School System, Rob Clayton, superintendent – Catherine Wintuska, Jody Richards Elementary School; Mallory Hyman, Warren East Middle School; and Julie Waddell, South Warren High School; Washington County School System, Dr. J. Robin Cochran, superintendent – Amy Noel, Washington County Elementary School, 1999 Campbellsville University graduate; Allison Carney, North Washington Middle School; and Monika Seitz, Washington County High School. Wayne County School System, Wayne Roberts, superintendent – Rhonda Ward, Bell Elementary School; Jeannie Sexton, Wayne County Middle School; and Brenda Hoover, Wayne County High School. Kelli Evans, a Campbellsville University student from Bradfordsville, Ky., was the featured soloist, and Gabriella Burdette, a Campbellsville University student from Brazil, was her accompanist. The Campbellsville University School of Education offers the following programs: undergraduate: P-5, elementary education; P-5 and interdisciplinary early childhood education dual certification; 5-9, middle grades education; 8-12, English, math, biology, chemistry and social studies; P-12, art, music, health and physical education; P-12, English as a Second Language (ESL) endorsement; P-12, environmental education endorsement; P-12, Spanish; P-12, special education; early childhood education, and interdisciplinary early childhood education; learning and behavior disorders (P-12) and elementary education (P-5) dual certification (coming soon); Graduate – teacher leader master of arts in education; teacher leader master of arts in special education; master of arts in special education, initial certification; Rank I program/master of arts in school improvement; director of special education certificate; P-12, ESL endorsement; P-12, environmental education endorsement; P-12, gifted and talented education endorsement; P-12, master of arts in school guidance counseling; P-12, moderate and severe disabilities certification and master of arts in teaching (coming soon). The school has 16 faculty members with four staff members and a graduate assistant. There are two student organizations Kappa Delta Pi (KDP) International Honor Society and The Education Club. The National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education accredits the Campbellsville University School of Education. The 2016 Excellence in Teaching Committee consists of: Dr. Donna Hedgepath, vice president for academic affairs; Dr. Beverly Ennis, dean of the School of Education; Linda Beal, instructor in mathematics; Joan C. McKinney, coordinating director, Office of University Communications; Paula Smith, former director of alumni relations; Drew Tucker, marketing and media relations coordinator; Kellie Vaughn, secretary to the president; and Connie Wilson, academic coordinator. Campbellsville University is a widely acclaimed Kentucky-based Christian university with more than 3,500 students offering 63 undergraduate options, 17 master’s degrees, five postgraduate areas and eight pre-professional programs. The website for complete information is campbellsville.edu. The Adair County High School Marching Band concluded their award winning season this past Thursday night May 19, 2016 with their annual band banquet held at Cranmer Dining Center located at Lindsey Wilson College. It was a bitter farewell to the Seniors who will be missed greatly. Photos by Mary Susan Ford
COLUMBIA, Ky. -- Robert Holloway, who led the Lindsey Wilson College Board of Trustees during more than a decade of phenomenal growth, died Friday, May 20, 2016. He was 91. Holloway, who was a Middletown, Ky., resident, was chair of the Lindsey Wilson Board of Trustees from 1998-2011, a period when “Lindsey Wilson came of age.” “During its 113-year history, Lindsey Wilson College has been blessed with wonderful leaders, and Bob Holloway stands at the top of the list as one of this college’s most important leaders,” said Lindsey Wilson President William T. Luckey Jr., who has served as the college’s eighth president since July 1, 1998. “Not long after I became president, Bob assumed chair of the board, and for more than a decade he was an indispensable adviser to me as well as respected voice on the board. “In many ways, Bob was Mr. Lindsey Wilson College -- he was our leader who guided this college through its most dynamic expansion, a period when Lindsey Wilson came of age as a college. He and his wife, Doris, have their fingerprints all over this college.” During Holloway’s tenure as board chair, Lindsey Wilson’s budget expanded from less than $20 million to more than $52 million; enrollment grew from 1,463 to 2,600; the size of the faculty increased from about 50 to more than 100; and several major buildings were added to the college’s A.P. White Campus. Also during Holloway’s tenure, the size of Lindsey Wilson’s graduating class expanded so much that in 2004-05 college officials split graduation into a winter and spring commencement ceremony. Holloway also played a key role in supporting two of Lindsey Wilson’s major buildings. In the mid-1980s, he led fundraising efforts for a new building to house the college’s Katie Murrell Library. The new building -- which was subsequently named the Holloway Building in memory of his parents, Gertrude and Peak -- opened in 1987 and allowed Lindsey Wilson to make a transition from a junior college into a baccalaureate liberal arts college. About 15 years later, Holloway and his wife committed more than $1 million to help fund an expansion to the Holloway Building, which allowed Lindsey Wilson’s academic programs to continue their growth. In recognition of his support of libraries in the commonwealth, Holloway received the 2002 William H. Natcher Award from the Kentucky Library Association. “It was such a surprise for me to receive this award because so many other people are deserving of this great honor. I’m just very, very grateful,” Holloway said upon receiving the award. “The 19th century minister the Rev. George Dawson once said, ‘A great library contains the diary of the human race,’ and that’s why I’ve always supported libraries -- they are central to any great college of community.” Holloway also played a lead role in funding the Doris and Bob Holloway Health & Wellness Center, which was opened in February 2010. The 73,232-square-foot center, the largest building on the A.P. White Campus, includes an indoor, eight-lane swimming pool; recreation pool; 40-person hot tub; indoor walking track; racquetball court; cardiovascular area; weightlifting room; and three basketball courts. Holloway joined the Lindsey Wilson Board of Trustees in 1982. An adviser to three Lindsey Wilson presidents, Holloway was chair of the board’s development committee during a crucial time. He was a critical player in leading a five-year capital campaign in the early 1990s that raised $18 million, more than $1.2 million above its goal. He also played a key role in the college’s “Changing Lives Campaign,” which raised more than $56 million from 2003-10. Holloway was also a major champion of building the Lindsey Wilson Endowment. “Building the endowment at Lindsey Wilson has been one of my personal goals since I joined the board of trustees,” he said in 1997. “A strong endowment will guarantee a solid college that is able to compete in the higher-education marketplace.” Holloway was also chair when the Lindsey Wilson Board of Trustees voted in April 2008 to revive the college’s football program, which had been dormant since 1935. “One of the great things about Bob’s leadership was that he was committed to building and developing a complete college because he wanted Lindsey Wilson to students to be well-rounded citizens of the world,” Luckey said. “Bob not only demanded that Lindsey Wilson have high-quality academic programs, but he also made sure that we had an outstanding student-support system as well as a national-championship caliber athletic program.” In a 2003 interview, Holloway said that one reason he enjoyed supporting Lindsey Wilson was because of the college’s mission to serve every student, every day, and also because “they get the most juice out of the tomato. There is very little wasted.” A Navy veteran, Holloway was a graduate of Purdue University, where he was sports editor of his college newspaper, The Exponent. Holloway then joined Aluminum Company of America, now ALCOA, working in that company’s sales division for six years before entering the motel and swimming pool business. “It’s always a great honor to be involved with any institution of higher education -- especially a Christian institution,” Holloway said in 1998. “At the same time, there is a responsibility for trustees to keep everything on track and make sure that everything continues to go in a positive direction. And at Lindsey Wilson College, everything is going in the right direction. In so many ways, Lindsey Wilson is a leader in higher education. … I have been so impressed with what so many people have done for Lindsey Wilson. We have an excellent board of trustees, and it is our responsibility to ensure that we maintain a high standard of excellence throughout the college.” In addition to his involvement at Lindsey Wilson, Holloway was one of the outstanding citizens of Middletown, Ky. He served The United Methodist Church in several capacities, and he was a member of the Louisville Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. “I think all of us love to give our time or resources to to charitable institutions, but I like to give to efficient organizations such as Lindsey Wilson College,” he said. “We also like to be associated with winning programs -- and when you are part of Lindsey Wilson, you are part of a winning organization.” Holloway was preceded in death by his wife, Doris. He is survived by four children: Susan Randall, Rebecca Morris, Jennifer Thompson and Robert Scott Holloway; 10 grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. |
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