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Smallwood named to internship with Senator McConnell By Gerard Flanagan, lead writer and communications specialist, Office of Marketing and Communications Campbellsville, KY -. - At the end of last year, Campbellsville University student Josie Smallwood was weighing a major decision. Should she apply for a legislative internship for this summer or next summer? As the deadline drew closer and closer to apply for this summer's internships, Smallwood kept telling herself she would never be accepted if she never applied. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-05-01 13:32:40 | Comments | See topic Campbellsville University
Boil Water Advisories lifted From Columbia/Adair Utilities District As of 11amCT on May 1, 2025, the Boil Water Advisory that was issued due to a main line break for customers on Sparksville Road, Keith Stotts Road, Mackey Spoon Road, and Fairplay Road, has been lifted by the division of Water. As of 11amCT on May 1, 2025 the Boil Water Advisory that was issued due to a main line break for customers on Walnut Grove Road, Chance Road, and Harm Shelton Road has also been lifted by the division of Water. You no longer have to boil your water. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-05-01 12:33:30 | Comments
Adair Co. Farm Bureau announces 2025 Scholarship Recipients From Beth Owens, Agency Manager Adair County Farm Bureau ‑ South Adair Adair Co. Farm Bureau has awarded scholarships to six graduating seniors from the Adair County High School Class of 2025. This year, three $1,000 JU Rogers Memorial Scholarships have been awarded, in memory of the late James U Rogers. Rogers was Agency Manager in Adair County for over 25 years, starting in the mid 1970s. Recipients of the 2025 JU Rogers Memorial Scholarships are Riley Yarberry, Grant Adamson, and Jayden Miller. In addition, three students will will receive $500 Adair Co. Farm Bureau Scholarships through a new program from the county board. Recipients of the 2025 Adair Co. Farm Bureau Scholarships are Brayton Coomer, Benjamin Kingrey, and Aaron Smith. Click title for profiles of the 2025 scholarship recipients. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-05-01 12:30:00 | Comments
Tommy Druen: Words matter Previous Column: Literacy was a treasure for Clem Coomer By Tommy Druen When the United States entered World War II, it quickly became clear that winning wouldn't depend solely on firepower. It would require something far more subtle: secrecy. Our military faced a critical vulnerability--not in troops or equipment, but in language. The Axis powers had proven themselves adept at intercepting communications and cracking codes. It is often said that knowledge is power, but in warfare, information means survival. Allied encryption methods were too slow. Codes were too fragile. What we needed wasn't just security--it was speed and secrecy rolled into one. The War Department knew it had to try something radically different. Fortunately, America had an asset our adversaries did not--our Indigenous peoples. In 1942, the Marine Corps recruited twenty-nine young Navajo men, fluent in their native tongue, and tasked them with creating an unbreakable code based on their language. It worked. The Navajo Code Talkers transmitted thousands of vital messages across the Pacific Theater. Not one was ever deciphered. Other Native nations, including the Comanche, Lakota, and Cree, made similar contributions in Europe. There's a certain poetic justice in that. For generations, Native languages had been suppressed, mocked, or forcibly erased. But in this moment, that same culture--so often overlooked--helped save the lives of thousands of Americans and win the war. It's a story I come back to often--because it reminds me how powerful and precious language can be. But I also know how language can exclude just as easily as it can protect. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-05-01 12:20:06 | Comments Events scheduled for today, May 1, 2025 All events are listed in Central Time. | Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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KSP: Post 15 to conduct traffic safety checkpoints From Trooper Jonathan Houk Kentucky State Police Post 15 will be conducting periodic traffic safety checkpoints in the Post 15 area, which includes Green, Taylor, Marion, Washington, Russell, Casey, Adair, Metcalfe, Monroe, Clinton, and Cumberland counties. These checkpoints will be conducted as part of Post 15's highway safety efforts. Troopers will be checking for violations of Kentucky traffic and regulatory laws including, but not limited to, motor vehicle equipment safety, licensing of drivers, motor vehicle registration, child restraints, and operation of motor vehicle while under the influence of intoxicants. A complete list of traffic safety checkpoint locations can be found at the following link: www.kentuckystatepolice.ky.gov/post15checkpoints. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-05-01 12:15:58 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Found: A young bull in Gradyville area of Adair Co. From Judy Reliford A young bull has shown up on our neighbors' farm in the Jones Chapel Road-Gradyville area of Adair County. The animal has pink eye. He has been in the area three days. Judy can be contacted at 270-378-0301. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-05-01 12:11:33 | Comments
LWC students refuel at Spring Midnight Breakfast A fist bump gains admission to 'a great Lindsey Wilson tradition.' From Duane Bonifer Lindsey Wilson College students refueled for the stretch run of 2025 spring finals with the college's semiannual "Midnight Breakfast" on late Tuesday night, April 29, 2025. More than 420 of the college's students showed up at Roberta D. Cranmer Dining & Conference Center for food, fellowship and recharging at the spring edition of "Midnight Breakfast," which is usually held in the waning hours on Tuesday of the week of final examinations. The semiannual event, which is more than two decades old, is sponsored by the Lindsey WIlson Office of Student Services. Members of the college's residence life staff serve students meals prepared by the Lindsey Wilson food services staff. "It's one of my favorite events we hold at Lindsey Wilson because it gives students a chance to break away from studying for a few hours, hang out with friends, and check in with members of our residence life and student services staffs," said Dean of Students Chris Schmidt. "Students always say it's one of their favorite events of the semester. It's become such a great Lindsey Wilson tradition." Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-05-01 07:29:56 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson College
Shiloh Church and Montgomery family celebration From Christa Gimbelle, great-great-great granddaughter of Frances Montgomery If you are kin to the Montgomery family by birth or by marriage you are invited to join us for a big two-day event Saturday and Sunday, May 24 and 25, 2025 for the Montgomery Family's Applied Genealogy Weekend. We will also be celebrating Shiloh Christian Church's 150th anniversary, dedicating plaques at the Montgomery Family Pioneer Cemetery in Joppa and at Shiloh. The Montgomery Family provided the wood for the first (1875) Shiloh Church to be built, it’s first minister was Joe Montgomery You don't have to be kin to attend either or both days. Contact information is at the end of this announcement to make arrangements. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-04-30 22:32:53 | Comments | See topic Local History
Detention Center Deputies injured by inmates From Larry Joe Smith, 99.9 The Big Dawg (LEBANON, KY) - Three deputy jailers at the Marion County Detention Center were injured late Monday night, April 28, when an inmate violently attacked staff during an escort. According to a press release from Marion County Jailer Barry Brady, the incident occurred at 11:37 p.m. when Inmate Roosevelt Davis III was being escorted from the recreation yard to the maximum security housing unit. Without warning, Davis charged Sergeant Jon Mullins, striking him in the face and knocking him backward. He then assaulted Lieutenant Rebecca Streeval, hitting her repeatedly in the face and head. Deputy Stephen Feese was also struck while attempting to assist Lt. Streeval. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-04-30 16:20:27 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Lanterns & Tombstones Tour at Bearwallow Cemetery on Friday The next Lanterns & Tombstones Cemetery Walking Tour will take place beginning at 7pmCT on Friday night, May 2, 2025. Dave Thomas and Mike Watson will lead participants through Columbia & Adair County History at Bearwallow Cemetery on Highway 206, Columbia, KY. This is a walking tour through the cemetery, and participants are encouraged to wear sturdy shoes, bring a jacket if it is cool, and your enthusiasm. For more information, email adairgenealogy@gmail.com or call 270.380.1024. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-04-30 11:34:57 | Comments
Stilts among winners in 2025 KDA Poster and Essay Contest From Madison Pergrem Frankfort, KY - Agriculture Commissioner Jonathan Shell has announced the winners of the Kentucky Department of Agriculture's annual Poster and Essay Contest. The theme of the contest, "Kentucky Agriculture Makes Me Proud," allowed contestants to illustrate, in words and art, their pride in Kentucky agriculture. The Ninth Grade Essay Contest winner was Branham Stilts of Metcalfe County High School. The KDA received 1,001 entries. Each winning entry received a $100 award from Kentucky Agriculture and Environment in the Classroom and will be displayed at the 2025 Kentucky State Fair in August in Louisville. Winning students will be honored on May 10, 2025, at the University of Kentucky's E.S. Good Barn. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-04-30 11:24:15 | Comments | See topic Education
Cattlemen to kick off Beef Month with ribeye sandwiches From Nick Roy Adair County Extension Agent for Agriculture & Natural Resources The Adair County Cattlemen's Association will be celebrating May Beef Month from 11amCT to 1pmCT on Thursday, May 1, 2025, at the Adair County Extension Office, 409 Fairgrounds Street, Columbia. Members will be grilling and selling ribeye sandwiches with chips, a drink, and a cookie for $7. Orders may be picked up or consumed indoors at the Extension office. Orders may be placed on the morning of May 1st by phone or in person. To place orders, call the extension office at 270-384-2317. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-04-30 09:40:24 | Comments
Zane Gist signs to continue baseball at LWC From Jade Waggener, ACHS Senior Writer/Photographer Our guy Zane Gist signed his NLI to Lindsey Wilson College to continue his academic and baseball careers. He is one of the hardest working and dedicated young men to come through Adair County and his craft proves just that. He is intentional and when he puts his mind to a task, he will accomplish it. ACHS will always remember the big home runs, the insane catches he makes in the outfield, and most importantly - how great of a teammate and leader he is. Congratulations, Zane! #RollTribe Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-04-30 09:35:00 | Comments | See topic Sports Birthdays and Anniversaries for May 1 Happy Birthday, Ashleigh Durham | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Bailey Harris (1998) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Brandon White | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jordan Willis | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Karli Jessie | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Lee Ann Sullivan (1960) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Lois Ann White | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Lonnie McAllister | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Redith George | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Stephen McQueary | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tia White (1985) | (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.
Lindsey Wilson to celebrate Spring Commencement May 2-3 From Duane Bonifer The last group of students will receive a Lindsey Wilson College degree this weekend, and it will be a record number. Combined with 843 degrees awarded at winter commencement, the Lindsey Wilson Class of 2024-25 will be a record 1,733 graduates. Lindsey Wilson College will award a total of 890 undergraduate, graduate and doctoral degrees at its 121st commencement, which will be held in three ceremonies May 2-3, 2025, in Biggers Sports Center, 360 Spickard Drive, Columbia, KY. Lindsey Wilson College will become Lindsey Wilson University on July 1, 2025, making this the final group of graduates to earn a Lindsey Wilson College diploma. The 6pmCT Friday, May 2, ceremony will honor graduates of Lindsey Wilson's hybrid graduate program; the 10amCT Saturday, May 3, ceremony will honor graduates of the college's A.P. White Campus in Columbia; and the 2pmCT Saturday, May 3, ceremony will honor graduates of Lindsey Wilson's extended campuses and online programs. Graduates have been allotted tickets for guests in attendance. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-04-29 17:54:24 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson College
Special guests visit CBC on Tuesday morning From Mark Fudge Except for snow and ice and Christmas Eve or Christmas morning, the Columbia Baptist Church Men's Prayer Group meets at 7amCT every Tuesday morning. Not only men from the church but other men of faith in the community gather for a time of devotion and prayer. On Tuesday morning, April 29, 2025, the group had special guests. Sports missionaries from Egypt, Alber and Tony, FCA Director Brett Bradford and Russell County FCA Coordinator Donald Gallito visited the group. Sports ministers Alber and Tony shared their experiences as well as their persecution they face in sharing the gospel through their camps and teams in Egypt. Egypt is a nation that is 85% Muslim and only 10% claim to be Christians. Alber and Tony talked about some of the rewards and tasks that they face in their ministries. The two men were on a tour of Kentucky, Tennessee and Mississippi. They serve through FCA (Fellowship of Christian Athletes) and YCA (Youth Camps of America). Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-04-29 17:43:23 | Comments | See topic Church News
Bonnie Shaw named Metcalfe 18th Educator Idol By Kim Harwood, Executive Director, Edmonton Metcalfe Chamber of Commerce Martha Shive Bragg, former student and friend, introduced Bonnie Shaw as the 2025 Educator Idol of the year. She described Ms. Bonnie as a wonderful teacher that interacted with the students and no child lacked attention in her class. Martha also teaches Sunday School at Missionary Mound with Ms. Bonnie who loves being around the children and teaching them. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-04-29 17:13:21 | Comments | See topic Education
Letter: Turtle at the Door Billy Joe Fudge writes: Probably a "gurl" looking for a place to lay her eggs!Comments re: Turtle at the door Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-04-29 17:12:56 | Comments | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback 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 Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 5:30amCT to 8pmCT, and on Sunday from 8amCT to 3pmCT. Breakfast served anytime. Credit Cards accepted. Non-smoking. On the hot bar today, Thursday, May 1, 2025: Fiesta Mexico of Columbia 819 Jamestown St., Columbia KY. 270-384-6004. Hrs.: 10:30amCT daily; Sun, 11amCT Authentic Mexican Restaurant Thursday Special: Enchiladas Rancheras 3 cheese enchiladas topped with pork cooked with tomatoes, onions, bell peppers & enchilada sauce, served with a salad. $7.50 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 ACES and ACPC menu for Thursday, May 1, 2025: 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 Thursday, May 1, 2025:
ACMS FFA wins at competition, holds recognition banquet From Robin Hancock Adair County Middle School FFA The Adair County Middle School FFA recently traveled to Frankfort, Kentucky to compete in a middle school FFA competition and also held their end of year banquet. On Saturday, April 26, 2025, the middle school FFA members competed at Bondurant Middle School in Frankfort, KY, placing second in the quiz bowl contest. Quiz bowl members are Andrew Miller, Madison Foster, Mason Taylor, and Kylie Thorpe. Mason Taylor also placed high individually in the quiz bowl contest, and Mason Curry placed second in Extemporaneous Speaking. Colton Grant, Will Reynolds, Kayden Pegg, and Logan Faulkner also had awesome performances in their contest categories. Then on Monday, April 28, 2025, the Adair County Middle School FFA held their end of year banquet, and recognized FFA students for their many accomplishments. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-04-29 16:44:00 | Comments | See topic Education
Letter: Scams prey on the vulnerable Vicky Pike writes: Thank you for sharing this information. I received one of those notices on my cell number and was afraid for our seniors who might be scared into falling for this. These scams prey on our seniors and other vulnerable people.Comments re: Scam alert: KYTC issues text message scam Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-04-29 16:34:16 | Comments | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
CPD: K-9 Matt retiring From Columbia Police Department Columbia Police Department K-9 Matt is officially retiring on May 1, 2025, after a long partnership with Chief of Police Evan Burton since 2016. Originally from the Czech Republic and born on November 11, 2014, K-9 Matt is a German Shepherd who came to the United States following his initial law enforcement training in Germany. Throughout his career, K-9 Matt served both the Russell County Sheriff's Office and the Columbia Police Department. He was a valuable dual-purpose canine, certified in patrol, criminal apprehension, tracking, and narcotics detection. K-9 Matt played a significate role in numerous arrest for Kentucky law enforcement agencies, including apprehending wanted individuals and drug trafficking offenders. Among many of this accomplishments, K-9 Matt was recognized as Columbia's 2020 Best City Official/Employee. In his retirement, K-9 Matt will enjoy farm life in Adair County, Kentucky. Columbia Chief of Police Evan Burton reflected on his time as a K-9 handler, sharing the important lessons he learned: to always "trust your dog" and to "to be the person your dog thinks you are.". Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-04-29 16:13:53 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports Last 10 Posted Obituaries:
Remembrances for May 1 In Memory Birthday, Mary Versie Streeval, Columbia, KY (1926-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Danny Miller, Russell Co., KY native (1953-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Joyce Huber, Campbellsville, KY (1933-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Julius Agee, Campbellsville, KY (1943-2020) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rex Coffey (1962-2006) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Michael Lee Farmer (1997-2007) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bennie Herman Jessee (1915-2008) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Wayne Brown (1930) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Underwood, 92, Taylor Co., KY (1917) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Altha Pyles Burton, 95, Adair Co., KY (1914) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Richard "Rufus" Capps, Burkesville, KY (1938) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Florence Wheeler, Adair Co., KY (1925) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Phillip Ray Thompson, Green Co. native, Taylor Co., KY (1947-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dewey T. Wright, 91 Green County, KY (1922-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William O. Hall, Casey County, KY (1937-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Charles Burton, 77, Adair County, KY (1936-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rosa Helen Irvin, Adair County, KY (1929-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lori Morgan Loy, 38, Russell Co., KY (1976-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ruth Hayes, 84, Gradyville, Adair Co., KY (1930-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Alice L. Kohler Bacon, Burlington, KY (1922-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jackie Tim Strode, 60, Eighty Eight, KY (1956-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bennie (Foot) Curry, 76, Taylor County, KY/Green County native (1941-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Barabara Buchanan Lewis, Taylor County, KY (1938-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Donald (Donnie) Ruell Grant, 69, Taylor Co./Adair Co., KY native (1948-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dorothy Knight, 92, LaCenter, KY, mother of Susan Minton, Columbia, KY. (1926-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Chester Wayne Harper, 61, Edmonton, KY (1957-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bonnie Jean Emerson, 83, Casey Co., KY native (1938-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Clarence H. (Todd) Gardner, 94, Green Co., KY (1928-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dr. Robert B. Brashear, 67, Columbia, KY (1953-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Eldalene Henson (Burton) Clouse, 86, Sano, KY native (1934-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, J.C. Wilson, 89, Casey Co., KY native (1933-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James Martin (Marty) Brewner, 59, North Vernon, IN (1963-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jimmie D. Moye, 72, Columbia, KY (1952-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Larry G. Conover, 64, Columbia, KY (1959-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Paul J. Davis, 95, Campbellsville, KY (1925-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ronald (Ronnie) Lewis Summers, Clementsville, KY (1946-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sylvester Harmon, 87, Columbia, KY (1937-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Vickie Petty, 72, Columbia, KY (1952-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) |
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