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Remembering Phil Hanna (1951-2024) Mike Watson sends a few photos to mark the anniversary of the passing of Charles Philip Hanna on June 26, 2024. Mike writes, "Remembering our friend and compatriot Phil Hanna during the one year anniversary of his passing. Everyone loved Phil, and his presence is missed every day. Peace, friend." Click headline to see the photos. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-06-24 15:51:05 | Comments | See topic Obituaries
Jail Committee to meet Jun 26 From Bridget Compton Adair County Deputy Judge Executive, Road Administrative Assistant & Solid Waste Coordinator The Adair County Fiscal Court Jail Committee will meet at 9amCT on Thursday, June 26, 2025, in the basement of the Adair County Annex building, 424 Public Square, Columbia, KY. The public is invited to attend. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-06-24 15:13:10 | Comments | See topic Local Government
Vacation Bible School starts Jun 25 at Milltown Church From Nancy Taylor Milltown Church will host "Road Trip" Vacation Bible School this week, beginning each night at 6pmCT/7pmET on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, June 25, 26 and 27, 2025. Buckle up and join us in an adventure on the open road. We invite Travelers (kids) on an exciting journey through the Navigator's Guide (Bible) in the Old Testament to some new destinations and meet new friends as they face some bumps and curves in the road. With meaningful lessons, games, music and other fun activities, children will discover God's goodness and presence is with them everywhere they go, even when they take the wrong route and get a little off track. A meal will be provided each night also. Milltown Church is located at 3262 Milltown Church Road, Columbia, Adair County, Kentucky. For more information, please call or text Pastor Barney Taylor 270-634-1032 or Nancy Taylor 270-378-2404. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-06-24 15:09:42 | Comments | See topic Church News
Summerfest 2025 wrap up and notes of thanks By Kim Harwood, Executive Director Edmonton Metcalfe Chamber of Commerce Summerfest had a total of 37 vendors this year, down from 44 in 2024 due to the weather and illness. A total of 44 were scheduled for this year so in 2026 the plan will be to have clear weather and 50 vendors, now that is positive thinking! Every effort is made to reach out to the vendors to see how they did and invite them back. Most of the vendors reported good sales, down from last year but overall, a good day for them. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-06-24 13:36:40 | Comments Events scheduled for today, June 25, 2025 All events are listed in Central Time. | Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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Question about the Splash Pad at the City Park Rebecca Satterley asks if the Splash Pad in Columbia is free. The Splash Pad at the Columbia City Park is totally free. It is located at 413 Fairgrounds St, Columbia, KY, and open from 11amCT until 7pmCT daily during the summer. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-06-24 12:13:28 | Comments
ACHS SBDM Council to meet June 26 From Chad A. Parnell, Principal Adair County High School The ACHS SBDM Council will have its regularly scheduled June meeting at 4pmCT on Thursday, June 26, 2025, in the ACHS Library, 526 Indian Drive, Columbia, KY. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-06-24 11:58:20 | Comments | See topic Education
City Council to met June 25 From Woody Sharpe, CMC City Clerk/Treasurer The Columbia City Council will hold a Special Called Meeting being at 11amCT on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, in City Hall, 116 Campbellsville Street, Columbia, KY. Meeting Agenda: Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-06-24 11:56:48 | Comments | See topic Local Government
Letter: Renovations on the Square Ann Pearson writes: They have a sign up that asks that trucks swing wide on the Square due to workers but why can't we just keep these big trucks off the Square all together? I mean they can use the bypass and it's less of a hassle for them than trying to navigate that Square and it makes it easier for cars. They tear things up on the Square and make it difficult to know where they are going, turning or just swinging wide.Comments re: Next courthouse renovations underway Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-06-24 08:42:01 | Comments | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
Coleman attends Rogers Scholars program Gabe Coleman just returned from Rogers Scholars week at Morehead State University where he followed the engineering track. Rogers Scholars -- The Center for Rural Development's flagship youth program -- students attend summer programs held on the campuses of Lindsey Wilson and Morehead State University. "Rogers Scholars was a unique and once-in-a-lifetime experience for me, Gabe said, "It gave me the opportunity to interact with students from all across the Commonwealth and build relationships that will impact all Scholars as we go forward in our lives. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-06-24 01:06:43 | Comments | See topic Education
Russell County SAR helps find missing Eli woman From Mike Scales At approximately midnight on Sunday night, a 68-year-old female walked away from her home in Eli. After her husband was unable to locate her, he contacted Russell County Dispatch, who notified local Emergency Management and the Search & Rescue team was then notified. The team arrived on scene at approximately 8:30AM on Monday morning and through coordinated efforts, the female was located safely within two hours. With over 4,000 missing person reports filed each year in Kentucky and hundreds still unresolved, every successful search is a testament to the power of teamwork and community support. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-06-24 00:34:51 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Blakey Quartet to sing at Cane Valley Christian Church From Nancy Cundiff The Blakey Quartet will be singing at Cane Valley Christian Church at 10:15amCT on Sunday, June 29, 2025. Bro. Godfrey Jackson and congregation invite everyone to attend. Cane Valley Christian Church is located at 2250 Cane Valley Road in Adair County. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-06-23 21:29:22 | Comments | See topic Church News
TJHC to participate in active shooter training drill with CPD From Stacey Biggs T.J. Health Columbia, in cooperation with the Columbia Police Department, will be conducting an active shooter training drill to enhance emergency preparedness and ensure the safety of patients, visitors, and staff at 5pmCT on Tuesday, June 24, 2025. This realistic training exercise is designed to test law enforcement response times and the ability of T.J. Health Columbia employees to navigate and respond to dangerous situations. Blank rounds will be used during the drill to simulate real-life scenarios. There is no actual threat to public safety. The use of blanks is intended to provide a realistic training experience for all participants. This training is part of T.J. Health Columbia's ongoing commitment to the safety and security of its patients, staff, and the community. By working closely with local law enforcement and emergency personnel, the hospital aims to strengthen coordination and improve response in the event of a critical incident. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-06-23 21:27:04 | Comments | See topic Health Care
4-H Youth celebrated at Annual Teen Conference By Katelynn M. Molesky Adair County 4-H Member/E1-E2 Representative, Kentucky 4-H State Teen Council Earlier this month, over 500 youth of high school age from all across the bluegrass state attended the 101st Kentucky 4-H Teen Conference at the University of Kentucky campus in Lexington. Throughout the week, delegates had the chance to experience the life of a college student by signing up for classes and staying in the Pigman Hall dorms. Also during this time many 4-H spirit events took place - such as Cloverfest, Achievement Awards, Fashion Revue, Scholarship Recognition, numerous assemblies, the dance, and finally the installation of the 2025-26 officer team. Available majors ranged from agriculture to engineering to communication, giving delegates a variety of choices to better pursue their interests - as well as expand their horizons. Alongside their majors, youth also took part in a service minor to give back to the community within and surrounding the campus. Behind the scenes of this event lay hours of hard work, planning, and dedication from extension specialists, Kentucky 4-H Foundation board members, university staff, State Teen Council representatives, and others with interest in the future of the organization - as well as that of the youth involved. Throughout the duration of Teen Conference, many teens were able to step out of their comfort zones and make friends from other counties, as well as take part in decisions that would affect the direction taken by the 4-H program in the coming months - such as the year's platform and tagline. By the end of the week, most delegates had smiles on their faces and new friends by their sides, marking this year's Teen Conference a success. Katelynn Molesky from Adair County is a member of the State 4-H Teen Council and helped with the Annual Teen Conference. Katelynn also received her Silver Honors at the Conference. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-06-23 11:04:38 | Comments Birthdays and Anniversaries for June 25 Happy Anniversary, Bob and Andi Chelf | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Bradley and Holly Caldwell (2005) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Bryan and Crystal Caldwell | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Dale and Brenda Janes (1941) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Ken and Jean Lefaivre (2011) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Kyle and Judy Coffey Stephens | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Mendell and Teresa Milby (1987) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Odell and Shirley Corbin (1955) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Tim and Cheri Olson (1996) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Casey Alan Richards | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Hagen Christopher Wayne McQueary (2008) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Hillary Brooke Klingberg (2009) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, John Luke Partin | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Judy Corbin | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Keri Willis (1978) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Madolyn Kate Brown | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Sheri Banks Little (1974) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Stacy Hare | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Steve Coomer | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tony Grant | (Updates/Corrections)View all birthdays and anniversaries for this month and next month on our Celebrations Page. Submit your birthday or anniversary using our Contact Form.
Curry Family Reunion is July 6 From Beulah Carter The descendants of Sam N. and Cordelia Curry will have a family reunion on Sunday, July 6, 2025 at the Bearwallow Church Fellowship Hall. The doors will open at 11:45amCT, and a potluck meal will be served at 12:30pmCT. All family and friends are invited. Bearwallow Church is located at 6090 Liberty Road, Columbia, KY. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-06-23 11:00:11 | Comments
Karnes 1st recipient of Joshua C. Phipps Memorial Scholarship From Duane Bonifer Former Lindsey Wilson College student Joshua Phipps was a model of public service, and the inaugural recipient of a scholarship named in his memory aims to live up to the high standards set by the late Russell County sheriff's deputy. Kaydence Karnes of Columbia has been named the first recipient of the Joshua C. Phipps Memorial Scholarship. The four-year, full-tuition scholarship is awarded annually by Lindsey Wilson to a graduating senior from Adair County High School or Russell County High School. Phipps, 38, died in September while helping Kentucky State Police and other agencies search on foot for a suspect. A 2005 Adair County High School graduate, Phipps served with the Russell County Sheriff's Office for three years and previously served with the Louisville Metro Police Department. "I'm very honored to be the first recipient of this scholarship," said Karnes, a 2025 Adair County High School graduate and the daughter of Anthony and Aleisha Karnes. "The way he dedicated his life to serving others inspires me as well." Karnes plans to major in education at Lindsey Wilson, which will become Lindsey Wilson University on July 1. She plans to have a career as a high school English teacher. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-06-23 10:56:57 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson College
This climax bout to kill me NOAA Weather shows we will be getting a full week of sun with high humidity and temperatures over 90 degrees. I'm not complaining... much... just thinking about my first husband who started the countdown to September around this time each year. He hated extreme heat and humidity and wanted no part of vacations to the ocean. He wanted Alaska. Our happiest summer trip was to Michigan. I'm reminded of an old friend who once remarked in weather like this, in the month of August, "Oh, the humility!! This climax bout to kill me!" - LW Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-06-23 10:11:07 | Comments
Tourism and varmint tracking in Red River Gorge By Paige Nickel I traveled to Powell County Tourism - Red River Gorge for our Kentucky Association of Convention and Visitors Bureaus second quarter meeting this week. Between our amazing, glowing boat cave tours and hearing Big Foot stories from a proffessional Big Foot researcher and tour guide, we had a great series of classes! Happy to bring home new knowledge to my board, and big foot stories to my kids. There have been 17 sightings of a Big Foot named varmint in the Green River Lake area of Adair County! Click here for more on Adair County Varmintology Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-06-23 10:00:42 | Comments What's Cooking in Columbia Today Click restaurant names for hours, directions, and prices. Fiesta Mexico of Columbia 819 Jamestown St., Columbia KY. 270-384-6004. Hrs.: 10:30amCT daily; Sun, 11amCT Authentic Mexican Restaurant Wednesday Special: Quesadilla Roja Grilled flour tortilla stuffed with chicken or beef with cheese, served with rice, lettuce, sour cream and tomatoes. $8.50 Black Stallion Steakhouse 202 Will Walker Rd., Columbia, KY. 270-380-1800. Open seven days a week 11am to 10pmCT. Nonsmoking. Credit cards accepted. Private rooms available. Full Bar Seating, Beer & Wine, 7-days a week Black Stallion is open today from 11amCT to 9pmCT! Adair County Schools Adair Co. School District, Dayna Parnell, Director of Food Services, 270-384-2476 Hot breakfast and lunch options are provided today for any Adair County children between the ages of 1 and 18 (prior to 19th birthday), who are not participating in the bulk meal program: Adair Senior Citizens Center 901 Hudson Street, Columbia, KY 42728. 8amCT to 2pmCT Monday through Friday. Phone 270-380-1899. JoAnn Smith, Director. Menu for Wednesday, June 25, 2025:
New book showcases rich history of AC Fair The long and colorful history of the Adair County Fair is the subject of a new book which documents a community tradition that dates back to 1884. All proceeds from the sale of "A History of the Adair County Fair," by Columbia native Rodney White, will directly help the Adair County Fair Association. The book covers the fair's origins in the late 1800s through its evolution to the present day. Though the fair was held annually, it paused in select years due to events such as the Great Depression, the Spanish flu, and both World Wars. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-06-22 23:16:19 | Comments
FNU Maternal Health Documentary on KET Versailles, KY - Frontier Nursing University (FNU) has produced a documentary about maternal health care and the role of nurse-midwives. The documentary Nurse-Midwives: Addressing the Maternal Health Crisis will be airing on Kentucky Educational Television (KET) several times in June:
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Letter: Little Big Woman I went through a similar circumstance of feeling inferior because I was 'too skinny' , wore glasses and did not have straight teeth, etc.Re: Good enough: Little Big Woman Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-06-21 22:30:17 | Comments | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback Last 10 Posted Obituaries:
Remembrances for June 25 In Memory Birthday, Jesse R. Welch, Campbellsville, KY (1946-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Edna Myrtle York, Jamestown, KY (1925-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Terry Randall Hammond, Russell Co., KY (1950) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Edro Harvey, Breeding, KY (1931) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ethel June Warren Sluder, Taylor Co., KY (1930) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Daniel Marion Whitlock, Green Co., KY (1937 | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Emma Jean Burbridge, Adair County, KY (1936-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, David Hymon Pierce, Adair County, KY (1950-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Ila J. Judd, Greensburg, KY (1920-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In memory birthday, Mathew Dale Grider, Liberty, KY (1978-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, John (Guy) Hancock, 90, Hancock Mtn, KY (1925-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Geraldine Reynolds, Taylor County, KY (1930-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jack Pierce, Burkesville, KY (1953-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In memory birthday, Jeannie Moss, Jamestown, KY (1940-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In memory birthday, Opal Helm Liberty, KY (1924-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Paul E. Krage, 51, Russell County, KY (1964-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lucian T. (Luke) Beard, 84, Knifley, Adair Co., KY (1931-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bennie Spears, Casey County, KY (1952-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ray William Sheppard, 60, Metcalfe Co., KY (1936-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Nina Mae Short Curry, 78, Horse Cave, KY (1938-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Susan Melanie Whalen, 57, Russell County, KY (1969-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Donnie Roots, 67, formerly of Campbellsville, KY (1950-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Barbara Ann Perkins Barr, 59, Taylor Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bobby (Bob) Bruce Rowe, 78, Somerset, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bobby Morrison, 67, Burkesville, KY (1955-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Darry Dale McElroy, 73, Russell Springs, KY (1949-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Delbert Lee (Peanut) Dotson, 80, Campbellsville, KY (1943-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, John A. (Johnny) Helm, 54, Greensburg, KY (1966-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jordan Wayne Coppage, 33, Taylor County, KY (1986-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kezia Ximenes, Campbellsville, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lois Crum, Taylor Co., KY (1955-2013) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lucreta Eads, 87, Russell Springs, KY (1934-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Allender, 77, Columbia, KY (1945-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Linda Denton, 52, Columbia, KY (1969-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mildred Sparks, 92, Adair Co., KY native (1930-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Peter Arnett, Taylor County, KY (1933-2013) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sue Parrott, 82, Taylor County, KY (1937-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Wanda Murphy, 75, Casey Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Wendell Lynn (PeeWee) Grant, 65, Breeding, KY (1956-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Wilma Jean Keith, 76, Adair County, KY (1943-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) |
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