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ACSO: Extra staff will be on call during winter weather From Sheriff Gary Roy Adair County Sheriff's Office As the winter storm weather is approaching, I would encourage all citizens to follow the warnings of staying inside, if you can, and do not attempt to travel. If you must travel, make sure you have plenty of fuel, and throw a blanket or two in your vehicle in case anything goes wrong. We will have extra staff on call, and will get to you as quickly as possible if the need arises. We will also try to get essential employees to work if they need our assistance. Call the Adair County 911 non emergency number 270-384-6464 if the Adair County Sheriffs Office can assist you. Call 911 if you have an emergency. Remember to check on your neighbors and also your pets. Stay safe Adair County and God Bless You all. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-01-22 21:14:55 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports
KYTC: Road safety and preparation tips Kentucky drivers are valuable partners in ensuring highway safety, especially during severe weather events. KYTC encourages Kentuckians to monitor forecasts, avoid unnecessary travel when possible, pack an emergency car kit and, if you must travel during the storm, check your route before you go at GoKY.ky.gov. For your safety, make sure to take it slow and know what to do if power lines are down or signals aren't working. Emergency Car Kit Suggested Items for Drivers
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Commodities Distribution for Seniors on Jan 23 From Michele Fruth, Director Adair County Food Pantry The monthly commodities distribution for pre-qualified senior citizens will be held from 9amCT to NoonCT on Friday, January 23, 2026, at the Adair County Food Pantry, 203 South Monroe Street, Columbia, KY. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-01-22 12:13:29 | Comments
Goat coats and winter pet care By Donna Rieder In response to Pam Capozziello's question: I've raised goats for over 17 years, and although I know many people like to dress their pets up in little coats, I don't recommend doing so with livestock. While your average housedog might appreciate the added warmth for a quick trip outside to relieve themselves, it's because they live indoors and are more used to warmth than cold. Livestock, and wild animals, are acclimated to living outdoors, and are designed to do so, even in extreme temperatures. Their fur is designed to trap body heat and has the ability to "puff up" in order to hold even more body heat when temperatures plummet. While some horse owners (myself included) may put waterproof blankets on their pastured horses, it's mostly because horses will stand outside the barn in the rain rather than go in and stay dry, so it helps protect them when the weather goes from wet to cold. NEVER put a blanket on a wet horse. Goats (but not sheep) however, will avoid rain all any cost, and prefer to stay in the barn. No matter how cold it gets, putting a blanket on them will prevent their fur from being able to fluff up and trap heat, and will make them colder than if they didn't have a blanket on. You may see them shivering, yes, but that's nature's way of generating heat. The best way to help your goats get through the coldest weather, is to keep hay in front of them at all times, as digesting food also generates heat. I also use and highly recommend the use of heated water buckets; it's important for feed conversion for the goats to drink enough water, and they tend to not want to drink enough water if it's cold. When it gets super-cold, I'll mix a cup or two of molasses with boiling water just to thin it out and pour that into the water bucket; molasses is full of nutrients and also gives the goats a little energy boast, and they drink it like Kool-aid! Comments re: Questions for farmers with goats Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-01-22 12:11:38 | Comments | See topic Farm and Garden Events scheduled for today, January 23, 2026 All events are listed in Central Time. | Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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Basketball: Lady Indians defeat Lady Raiders 70-48 By Trey Stephens, Staff Writer On Tuesday, January 20, 2026, the Adair County Lady Indians defeated the Hart County Lady Raiders 70-48. The Indians built a 12-point lead by halftime, and continued to pull away as the game went on. They were able to do so on the back of a crushing defense that forced Hart County into repeated turnovers which allowed Adair County to score quickly, and in large numbers. The Tribe put up 70 points for just the second time this season. They only broke 70 three times all of last season. The Lady Indians were led in scoring by Reese Bardin with 18, followed by Ella Brown with 12, Kinzlee Akin with 11, and Ila Loy with 10. The team shot 44% from the floor, 18% from three point range, and 82% from the free throw line. The Lady Indians have improved to 10-7 on the season. Next up they host the Campbellsville Lady Eagles (12-5) in a 20th District matchup on Friday. Tip off is scheduled for 5:30pmCT on January 23, 2026, in John Burr Memorial Gymnasium, 526 Indian Drive , Columbia KY. Tickets are available at events.hometownticketing.com. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-01-22 12:06:33 | Comments | See topic Sports
Columbian Theater update is focus of town meeting A group of interested citizens met with Mayor Pam Hoots about continued improvements in downtown Columbia Tuesday evening. There is interest by many to see the Columbian Theatre restored and reopened. Conversations are in the works to see about getting the theater back into the hands of the donor, Dr Ben Arnold, who donated it to the school system. Arnold said Superintendent Jason Faulkner has expressed his support for returning the theatre and is working on details with government attorneys to achieve this. At the time of the donation, no one could foresee that a new, larger theater would be part of the new Adair County Middle School, scheduled to open soon. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-01-22 11:02:05 | Comments
Questions for farmers with goats Pam Capozziello writes: I have a question for all farmers who have goats! We have older goats, 12 yr olds and their kids younger... some of these goats are having a hard time dealing with the cold and we put coats on them...still, the barn is horribly cold (we have metal with no insulation) and would like to know of some inexpensive ideas we cud use to help our goats with this upcoming frigid snow storm and following it all the frigid temps! Our farm animals are not used to all these frigid temperatures.Please use the CM Comment Form to share your suggestions. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-01-22 08:09:22 | Comments | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
Sick Day? Not for Collin Chandler, He Clocked In Against Texas By Ryan Hoots Sports Director, UntdWeStnd.com Lexington, KY - If you walked out of Rupp Arena tonight thinking Kentucky's big win over Texas was just a "team effort" and nobody stood out, you weren't paying attention. Collin Chandler was the best player on the floor...and that's saying something because Denzel Aberdeen dropped 19 and Otega Oweh flirted with usual fireworks. But Chandler's impact was real, rugged, and exactly what this team needed. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-01-22 08:05:25 | Comments
Report on special Columbia City Council meeting From Tiffany Collins City of Columbia The Columbia City Council met in special called session on Wednesday, January 21, 2026. At the meeting, the Council reappointed Sharon Payne to the Lake Cumberland Area Development Board, and authorized Mayor Hoots to apply for a number of grants to assist in a proposed expansion by CIRCOR. Mayor Hoots provides the following summary of the meeting: Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-01-21 19:30:11 | Comments | See topic Local Government
Donate Life Kentucky Trust records incredible year Donate Life Kentucky Trust was founded by Kentucky's Circuit Court Clerks in 1992 to support the lifesaving mission of organ donation and support Kentucky families in need. 2025 is proudly marked as one of the strongest years in its history. More than 75,000 Kentuckians joined the state's organ, eye, and tissue Donor Registry, and more than $1.7 million was raised to support donor families, transplant patients, and caregivers across Kentucky. "When Kentuckians choose to register as a donor, or financially contribute to the Trust, they're helping donor families and transplant patients from every corner of Kentucky," says Dennis Loy, Adair Circuit Court Clerk. With more than 1,000 Kentuckians currently waiting for a lifesaving transplant, each registration represents hope. The foresight of Kentucky's Circuit Court Clerks in establishing Donate Life Kentucky Trust ensures that these decisions are supported by education, stewardship, and access to care for Kentucky families. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-01-21 19:20:57 | Comments
Fiscal Court to meet Jan 23 From Bridget Compton Adair County Deputy Judge Executive, Road Administrative Assistant & Solid Waste Coordinator The Adair County Fiscal Court will meet in special called session at 10amCT on Friday, January 23, 2026, in the basement of the Adair County Annex building located at 424 Public Square, Columbia, KY. The public is invited to attend. The main agenda item is a discussion of snow removal plans/preparation for weather. Meeting Agenda: Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-01-21 19:16:17 | Comments | See topic Local Government
JOY Ministries Surpasses Campaign Goal! From Hannah Peck J.O.Y. Ministries wishes to extend a heartfelt THANK YOU to the Columbia/Adair County community for their continuous support! Each year JOY Ministries hosts a Christmas fundraising campaign to raise funds for the upcoming year's operational budget. This year they needed to raise $65,000. However, with YOUR help, JOY Ministries raised $71, 864! "We stand amazed at how God works through this amazing community," says Hannah Peck, JOY Ministries Vice President. "Year after year this community supports this campaign and often goes beyond our expectations. But they don't just support us during the campaign, they make our ministry possible every single day of the year." Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-01-21 19:10:44 | Comments | See topic Church News
Basketball: Indians lose tight game with Maroons By Trey Stephens, Staff Writer On Tuesday, January 20, 2026, the Adair County Indians Boys Varsity Basketball team fell at home 85-86 to the Maroons of Pulaski County. The game was tight throughout, with the Tribe clinching a one point lead at the half which immediately gave way to back-and-forth during the second half. Pulaski built at times 7-9 point leads, which would then be drawn down by Adair County. The Indians possessed the ball down one with a little over five seconds to go, but the Maroons used their extra fouls to disrupt the possession. Adair County would see the clock expire on a mishandled inbounds pass to end the game. This now marks back to back losses for the Indians for the first time since the 2022/2023 season, where they fell in consecutive games in the 20th District final, and 5th Region opening round. The defense was simply unable all night to stop Pulaski from scoring. The Tribe gave up 80 or more points in regulation for the fifth time this season, and they are 2-3 in those games. Tylin George lead the way scoring for Adair County with 24, followed by Landon Blakey and Dawson Gilbert, who both had 19. John Shehan also added 14 to round out the Indians scoring in double figures. Blakey led the team in rebounding with eight, followed by Shehan with seven, and George with six. The team shot the ball a very solid 56% from the floor, but a quite dismal 22% from three point range, going 4 for 18 from beyond the arc. The Indians are back on the court Friday night, as they host the Campbellsville Eagles (4-13) following the Lady Indians and Lady Eagles, who tip off at 5:30pmCT on January 23, 2026, in John Burr Memorial Gymnasium, 526 Indian Drive, Columbia KY. Tickets are available online at events.hometownticketing.com. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-01-21 13:51:01 | Comments | See topic Sports Birthdays and Anniversaries for January 23 Happy Anniversary, Kenzie and Beverly Rowe (1981) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Mike and Kathy Jones (1981) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy birthday, Alex Lara (2001) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Barbara Hadley | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Holly Karnes Burton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jeff Hadley | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Julie Curry Wilson | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Mitch Parker | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Ralph Smith | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Robert "Bob" Shanklin | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Suzanne Grant Hobbs | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Travis Foley | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tyler Wayne Hale (2012) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Whitley Bonta | (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.
Letter: Bald Eagles Ann Pearson writes: These are such amazing birds, we are blessed to see them often near our home, they have a HUGE nest not far from where we live. We daily go by and see if we can catch them hanging around. Can't wait to see when they have babies!Comments re: Bald Eagle spotted near Citizens Park Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-01-21 13:45:34 | Comments | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
Letter: Roundabouts Martha Berry writes: I have never seen a large building, (courthouse) in the center of a roundabout. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-01-21 13:44:07 | Comments | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
City of Columbia seeks Block Grant for CIRCOR expansion The City of Columbia had a public hearing on Tuesday to discuss the city's request for an application for a Community Development Block Grant for the procurement of equipment to assist a local company, CIRCOR, in the operation of their Columbia facility. This Community Development Block Grant is tentatively planned to result in the creation of fifty full time jobs, 51% to be filled with low to moderate income residents. CIRCOR's investment would be an estimated more than $16 million dollars with building, machinery, and equipment. "We are excited about the prospect of CIRCOR's tentative expansion plans," said Mayor Hoots. "This is an important development for our community." Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-01-21 09:46:50 | Comments | See topic Local Government
Carol Perkins: The Ski Trip (Part 4 of 5) Previous Column: The Ski Trip (Part 3 of 5) By Carol Perkins After Judy crashed at the bottom of the hill and made it up the chairlift to the resort, the vastness of the snow-covered mountain and the eerie feeling of being alone made me panic. For at least an hour, no one came down the slope. The longer I was there, the more agitated I became. Finally, I was just plain mad. Where was Guy? Why didn't someone save me? Coyotes could eat me before morning. I struggled to stand, but the pain made it impossible. I rolled over onto my stomach and tried to push myself up with those poles. They were useless, so I'd beat them on the ice in a fit of anger. I had wallowed in the mud until my eyes were the only body part recognizable, but by then they were blazing with fire. I tasted fear. "If I ever get off this mountain....." Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-01-21 09:42:02 | Comments | See topic Carol Perkins What's Cooking in Columbia Today Click restaurant names for hours, directions, and prices. Betty's Country Cooking MENU 2339 Campbellsville RD, Columbia, KY - Phone 270-384-5664. Bettys is open on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 6amCT to 8pmCT, and on Sunday from 8amCT to 3pmCT. Breakfast served anytime. Credit Cards accepted. Non-smoking. On the hot bar today, Friday, January 23, 2026: Fiesta Mexico of Columbia 819 Jamestown St., Columbia KY. 270-384-6004. Hrs.: 10:30amCT daily; Sun, 11amCT Authentic Mexican Restaurant Friday Special: Enchiladas Verdes, $8.50 Acapulco Authentic Mexican Grill Columbia - Russell Springs - Nancy | Offering excellent, authentic Mexican food 7-days-a-week. Express specials five days a week, plus appetizers salads, soups, a children's menu and desserts! Try a dinner combination and choose from beef, pork, chicken, or seafood, or select a vegetarian combination anytime. Adair County Schools Adair Co. School District, Dayna Parnell, Director of Food Services, 270-384-2476 ACES and ACPC menu for January 23, 2026: 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 Friday, January 23, 2026:
Basketball: Indians fall to Pulaski 86-85 By Trey Stephens, Staff Writer Adair County lead Pulaski County 43-42 at the half in a shootout at John Burr, but eventually fell late to the Maroons in an 86-85 heartbreaker. The Indians trailed for much of the fourth. They had a chance to win the game late and just weren't able to convert. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-01-20 20:48:45 | Comments | See topic Sports
Letter: Roundabouts Kerry Robertson writes: While it may have never been called a "roundabout," that is in fact what it is.Comments re: Letter: Roundabouts Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-01-20 20:07:49 | Comments | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
Basketball: Lady Indians defeat Hart Co. 70-49 By Trey Stephens, Staff Writer The Lady Indians built a halftime lead of 34-22 over the Lady Raiders of Hart County. At halftime, Reese Bardin lead the scoring with 14, followed by a crowd of other Adair County players with six points each. The Tribe was able to pull away in the second quarter after being in a close battle earlier in game on the back of transition scoring made possible by a press defense. Adair County never looked back and laid the scoring on the Lady Raiders. The Tribe scores 70+ for the second time this season and the posts their highest scoring number since December 9, 2025. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-01-20 19:55:09 | Comments | See topic Sports Last 10 Posted Obituaries:
Remembrances for January 23 In Memory Birthday, J. R. Streeval, Columbia, KY (1942-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Joyce Goodin Durham, 77, Adair County, KY (1942-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Beatrice Bray, Adair Co., KY (1922) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Willard Cheatham, Adair Co., KY (1923)> | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lucille Stephens Harrell, Adair County, KY (1923) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Danny Ray Antle, Columbia, KY (1948) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Harold Waymon, Elk Horn, Taylor Co., KY (1939) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rev. George Austin Price, Green County, KY (1921-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Barbara L. Burton, Casey County, KY (1963-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. U. J. Wood, Metcalfe Co. KY native (1933-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, LaVonda Garner, 41, Cumberland County, KY (1973-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Willie Frances Pettit, 60, Green Co., KY (1955-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dello Foley, 83, Russell County, KY (1932-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Earl W. Vaught, Casey Co., KY (1917-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Edwin Blevins, 92, Taylor County, KY (1924-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, David Allen Clark, 60, Russell Co., KY (1956-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Maxie Spears Watson, 92, Burkesville, KY (1924-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Terry Wayne Cole, 64, Casey Co., KY (1952-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Gerald Stanley Skaggs, Taylor County, KY (1945-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lois Jean Grant, 90, Adair County, KY (1926-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bradley Michael Courtney, 35, Breeding, Adair Co., KY (1982-2017 | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Louis Bennett, 80, Russell Co., KY (1937-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. James Lewis Wells, 66, Taylor County, KY (1951-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Doris Fudge, Adair County, KY/Cook Co., IL native (1929-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Frances Tutt Glasgow, Columbia, KY (1922-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dollie D. (Edwards) Nash, 93, Metcalfe County, KY (1925-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Albert Martin Kane, Jr., 65, Liberty, KY (1954-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Anna Marie Helm, Adair County, KY (1933-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Anthony Dale (Tony) Hall, 66, Russell Springs, KY (1956-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Brandon Nunn Dicken, 46, Campbellsville, KY (1975-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Doris Leveridge, 83, Russell County, KY (1935-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Eva Mae Miller, 93, Russell Springs, KY (1928-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Fredia Mae Traylor, 73, Casey County, KY (1946-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Hollis (Doc) Bennett, 83, Russell Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jacquelene Wilson Simpson, 87, Russell Springs, KY (1932-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jodie Wilkinson, 76, Casey County, KY (1943-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Leroy Johnson, 89, Russell Springs, KY (1928-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Linda C. Tiller, 61, Vester, KY (1957-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Michael Thomas Pierce, 29, Russell Springs, KY (1992-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ollen D. Janes, 89, Columbia, KY (1935-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Phyllis Ann Matherly, Casey County, KY (1953-2014) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rita Mae Cash, 53, Taylor Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rosella Foley, 75, Russell Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ruby James Grider Shaw, Cumberland Co., KY (1931-2011) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sam Hadley, 87, Trimble Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Virginia Eileen Weatherford Hayes, Taylor Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Wanda (Lucy Campbell) White, 55, Columbia, KY (1966-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) |
 
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