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I've started counting birds for the Great Backyard Bird Count

By Wendy Butler Burt

The Great Backyard Bird Count (www.birdcount.org) began today (Friday, February 13, 2026) and will continue through Monday, February 16, 2026.

I started the day compiling my first list during my regular early morning walk to the end of our road, a walk that takes me through pastures, the edge of deciduous woods, and agricultural land a great combination of bird habitats. I recorded 30 species during my walk, including the very welcome first of the year appearance of an Eastern Meadowlark (a species whose population is in steep decline due to exposure to pesticides and habitat destruction) and the surprise fly-over of Canada Geese. But there also were no shows. Where were the always-present Pileated Woodpeckers and Chipping Sparrows? And why didn't I see the pair of Bald Eagles I spotted earlier this week? Maybe they'll all be back tomorrow.

I completed two more bird counts before the sun set--one in the comfort of my home, counting birds at my many bird feeders, and one on a walk through wild fields and woods just before sunset. The highlight of the late afternoon walk was listening to the distinct "who, who, who cooks for you" call of a Barred Owl.

Tomorrow, on Saturday, I intend to count a number of times at different favorite locations in Adair, Russell, and Taylor Counties. Who knows what birds I'll turn up? And, sadly, there won't be any counts at all on Sunday as I'll be in the air all day.

But, on Monday, although I'll be in California, I'll still count birds--though I'll be in unfamiliar territory looking at unfamiliar birds. Maybe I'll be lucky and, like the last time I was in the Golden State, I'll spot a Roadrunner.

So what birds will you see over the next few days? Please help put Adair County on the map for the Great Backyard Bird Count. Participate!


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2026-02-13 21:56:04 | Comments


Birds of Kentucky: Brown Thrasher


2026-02-13 - Central Kentucky - Photo by Pen.
All About Birds says, "It can be tricky to glimpse a Brown Thrasher in a tangled mass of shrubbery, and once you do you may wonder how such a boldly patterned, gangly bird could stay so hidden. Brown Thrashers wear a somewhat severe expression thanks to their heavy, slightly downcurved bill and staring yellow eyes, and they are the only thrasher species east of Texas. Brown Thrashers are exuberant singers, with one of the largest repertoires of any North American songbird."

Reminder: Friday was the start of the 2026 Great Backyard Bird Count.


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Basketball: Lady Indians lose tough road game to Lakers

By Trey Stephens, Staff Writer

The Adair County Lady Indians lead the Russell County Lady Lakers 30-29 at the half, but fell in a heartbreaker, 54-52, on Friday evening, February 13, 2026, at Russell County High School.


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2026-02-13 21:55:27 | Comments | See topic Sports

Current Local Conditions
Adair: 38 F
Casey: 34 · Cumberland: 30 · Green: 34
Metcalfe: 43 · Russell: 34 · Taylor: 34
Updated at 9:30pm Friday, February 13, 2026
  High/Low: 54 F / 23 F
SLP: 1019.7
Wind: SE at 0
Dewpoint: 26 F
Relative Humidity: 61.38%
Precipitation: 0 in. today

Kentucky Mesonet Links:
Adair County - Casey County - Cumberland County - Metcalfe County - Taylor County

National Weather Service Links:
Burkesville. Campbellsville. Columbia. Edmonton. Greensburg. Jamestown. Liberty. Russell Springs


KELC approves DEALP loan in Metcalfe Co.

From Madison Pergrem Cannon

Frankfort, KY - The Kentucky Agricultural Finance Corp. (KAFC) approved 18 agricultural loans totaling $3,713,010.50 for projects across the Commonwealth today at its monthly board meeting in February.

Diversification through Entrepreneurship in Agribusiness Program (DEALP)
One Diversification through Entrepreneurship in Agribusiness loan totaling $250,000 was approved for a recipient in Metcalfe County.

DEALP is designed to assist agri-entrepreneurs with the purchase, establishment, or expansion of a business that sells agricultural products or services to farmers or consumers.


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2026-02-13 14:07:30 | Comments | See topic Farm and Garden


Basketball: Indians at Russell County preview

By Trey Stephens, Staff Writer

On Friday, February 13, 2026, the Adair County Indians Boys Varsity Basketball team is back on the court to face the Russell County Lakers (14-10). The Indians come off a 81-76 home win over Southwestern on Tuesday, while Russell County comes off a 63-70 overtime loss to Clinton County, also on Tuesday.

The last time these two teams met back in early January was a thriller, with the Tribe getting past Russell County 83-80 in double overtime. The Indians have in recent years opened quite a solid streak against the Lakers with Adair County winning five of the last six and 11 of the last 14 meetings.

The Indians will look to keep riding their winning way over Russell County when they take the court tonight, following the battle between the Lady Indians and Lady Lakers, which is set to begin at 5:30pmCT on Friday, February 13, 2026, at Russell County High School, 2166 US-127, Russell Springs, KY.


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2026-02-13 10:46:07 | Comments | See topic Sports


Events scheduled for today, February 13, 2026
All events are listed in Central Time. | Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
8:00amCT2026 Great Backyard Bird Count (ID:70283 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
2:00pmCTServices for Garry L. Wall, 69, Columbia, KY (1956-2026) (ID:70308 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
5:30pmCT Basketball: Lady Indians at Russell Co. (ID:70311 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
7:00pmCTBasketball: Indians at Russell Co. (ID:70307 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)

Visit the Events Page for details about the events listed above and for events on upcoming days. Please use our Contact Form to let us know about your organization's upcoming events.

Travel: Dantes View Overlook


2026-02-13 - Death Valley National Park, California - Photo by Robert Ellis, robertelliswoodworking.com.
Robert writes, "Dantes View Overlook provides a birds-eye view of Death Valley. It's considered one of the best scenic vistas in the park. From this vantage point you're over 5,600 feet above Badwater Basin (282 feet below sea level)."


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Phillip Coffey - Bitterness

By Phillip Coffey

Bitterness is never soft or kind and most certainly never Sweet.
It is mostly harsh and loathing to others and even itself.

Bitterness never heals or soothes or lifts the spirits of anything or anybody.
It gnaws, it growls with the lowest pitch and screams within the soul so loudly but never heard.

Children’s laughter subsides and cries aloud when bitterness is near.
Stray dogs with saddened faces without pity with tails firmly tucked - flee swiftly.

Its origin is not well known, it is not marked clearly.
Only love and forgiveness from bondage of it’s grasp can free us.


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2026-02-13 10:40:40 | Comments

Family Resource and Youth Services honored

Family Resource and Youth Services Centers (FRYSC) are honored in Columbia this week because their work removes the non-academic barriers to student achievement, bridges the gaps to needed resources, and collaborates the resources of schools and communities for the success of students, families, and communities.

Family Resource and Youth Services Centers utilize strengthened community and school partnerships in their ability to provide vital programs, services, and referrals to students and their families.


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2026-02-13 09:34:58 | Comments | See topic Education

Travel: Death Valley - Plan B

Photographer Robert Ellis and his wife Tammy, the official Navigator on their adventures, have just returned from a quick tour of the American West, this time centered around Pahrump, Nevada, which gave them easy access to Death Valley National Park. Robert shares some thoughts about their trip, and will be sharing photos of their trip, which we'll link to this article.

By Robert Ellis, robertelliswoodworking.com

In planning for our recent trip, the weather "out west" would be the determining factor for which plan to incorporate. Plan A: if you would have guessed Utah again, you would be right. Only a week from departure, I cautiously approached the planner/navigator with the proposal of Plan B: Death Valley.

Initially, that notion was met with some slight disgruntlement. After doing some more serious research into that park, the plan soon shifted away from Utah. The main deciding factor was the temperatures for the two areas. Death Valley was expected to be warmer, with temperatures in the mid 60's to 70's; and with the current conditions of Kentucky's Arctic blast, Plan B would be welcoming!

Some of the upcoming photos of this series will be from some of the other locations we visited while out West as well.

In parting, I'll say this, we both loved Death Valley! It has now become one of our favorite trips out West. Modern travel makes it very easy to experience, both cheaply and quickly. Direct flight from Lexington to Las Vegas, then pickup the rental car and head to Pahrump, NV, an hour away. From that town you can reach two different entrances to Death Valley (more of that later) about an hour or an hour and a half depending on which way you enter. We experienced both. Hope you enjoy!]


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2026-02-13 09:07:59 | Comments | See topic Robert Ellis

Featured Classified

Building Lot for Sale
Building lot for sale located on the corner of Fairground Street and Water Works Street. Call 270-799-8429.


View all classified ads on our Classifieds Page.

Adair Schools FRYSC Coordinators Appreciation Week


2026-02-13 - Columbia, KY - Photo from Columbia City Hall.
The week of February 9, 2026 through February 13, 2026, has been "FRYSC Coordinators Appreciation Week" because Family Resource and Youth Services Centers remove the non-academic barriers to student achievement, bridge the gaps to needed resources, and collaborate the resources of schools and communities for the success of students, families, and communities. Pictured at the proclamation ceremony from left are: Kara Iqbal, Heather Dudley, Columbia Mayor Pamela Hoots, Hali Anderson, and Pam Bivens.


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ACMS SBDM Council to meet Feb 19

From Samantha Ellis, Principal
Adair County Middle School

The Adair County Middle School SBDM Council's regular February meeting will be held at 3:30 pm CT on Thursday, February 19, 2026, in Room 127 at Adair County Middle School, 322 General John Adair Drive, Columbia, KY.


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2026-02-13 08:40:56 | Comments | See topic Education

Basketball: Lady Indians win on the road, 73-67

By Trey Stephens, Staff Writer

On Tuesday, February 10, 2026, the Adair County Lady Indians Varsity Basketball team defeated the Edmonson Lady Cats 73-67 for a very impressive road win. The Tribe was led in scoring by Ila Loy, with 22, and Reese Bardin with 17. Bardin also led the rebounding with nine, followed by Anika Jennings with eight.

Much of Ila Loy's points came from the charity stripe, where she buried 11 free throws on the night out of 14 attempts. The rest of the Indians struggled from the free throw line, making just 2 of 12 attempts, for a team total 13 of 26. The team shot 48% from the field and a remarkable 63% from three point range, with 12 made three point baskets.

The Lady Indians will look to stay hot as they face the Russell County Lady Lakers (14-11) on the road. Tip off is scheduled for 5:30pmCT on Friday, February 13, 2026, at Russell County High School, 2166 US-127, Russell Springs, KY.


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2026-02-13 08:39:34 | Comments | See topic Sports

Culinary Mushroom workshop at RCPL on March 12

From Marsha Hart, Environmental Education/Outreach Specialist
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Wolf Creek National Fish Hatchery will present a Culinary Mushroom Grow Bag Workshop from 5pmCT to 7pmCT on March 12, 2026, in the Community Room at the Russell County Public Library, 535 N Main St, Jamestown, KY. Each participant will leave with a grow bag inoculated with oyster mushrooms and recipe cards!

The cost is $20, and preregistration is required. To register or for more information, contact hatchery staff at: 270-343-3797 or email makenzie_foster@fws.gov or marsha_hart@fws.gov.


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2026-02-12 20:21:33 | Comments

KSP: Green Co. man charged with child sexual exploitation

From Lt. Mitchel Hazelett

Greensburg, KY - On February 12, 2026, at approximately 12:00 a.m., the Kentucky State Police (KSP) Electronic Crime Branch arrested a Green County man on a charge related to child sexual abuse material.

He was arrested as the result of an undercover Internet Crimes Against Children investigation. The KSP Electronic Crime Branch began the investigation after discovering the suspect sharing images of child sexual exploitation online.

The investigation resulted in a search warrant at a residence in Greensburg, KY, on February 12, 2026. Equipment used to facilitate the crime was seized and taken to KSP's forensic laboratory for examination. The investigation is ongoing.


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2026-02-12 20:12:05 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports

Birds of Kentucky: Northern Mockingbird


2026-02-13 - Central Kentucky - Photo by Pen.
A Northern Mockingbird inspects a piece of fruit left out with assorted bird seeds in an area park during the days after Winter Storm Fern.

Reminder: Today is the start of the 2026 Great Backyard Bird Count.


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Governor, First Lady host Team Kentucky Saves Lives blood drive


Note: There are two upcoming local blood drives:
KBC Blood Drive on Feb 24 |Red Cross Blood Drive on March 13

From Scottie Ellis

Frankfort, KY - On Thursday, February 12, 2026, Gov. Andy Beshear and First Lady Britainy Beshear hosted the American Red Cross "Team Kentucky Saves Lives" blood drive to help address the national blood shortage. They encouraged all Kentuckians to sign up to donate at a blood drive near them by visiting Governor.ky.gov/GiveBlood.

"When times feel uncertain, it's important to find ways to make a positive impact. Donating blood saves lives," said Gov. Beshear. "I want to thank everyone who is rolling up their sleeve today to make a difference. You are showing our Team Kentucky spirit of helping your neighbors."

"Giving blood is one of the most impactful ways we can show love to our community," said the First Lady. "Together, we can end this shortage and make a difference for our fellow Kentuckians and Americans in need."


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2026-02-12 20:09:32 | Comments | See topic Health Care

ACSO: Traffic stop leads to drug trafficking arrest

From Sheriff Gary Roy
Adair County Sheriff's Office

On Thursday, February 12, 2026, at approximately 1:09amCT, Adair County Sheriff's Deputy Hunter Tweedy was patrolling 7 miles South of Columbia, in the Sparksville community of Adair County. Deputy Tweedy observed a motor vehicle traveling South with only 1 functioning headlight.

Deputy Tweedy performed a traffic stop on the vehicle, and made contact with the operator. The operator could provide a Kentucky ID only. During the traffic stop, the operator was asked to step out of the vehicle.

He refused to exit, which lead to Deputy Tweedy and Deputy Josh Durbin extracting him from the vehicle to make an arrest. Upon doing so, a brief physical altercation between Deputies and the subject occurred before he taken into custody.

During a roadside investigation, Deputies located suspected methamphetamine, drug paraphernalia, a digital scale, and small plastic zipper bags.


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2026-02-12 19:50:48 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports

Birthdays and Anniversaries for February 13
Happy Anniversary, Bill and Brenda Henson | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday to twins Eulah and Beulah | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Amy Melton | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Angela Cook | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Angie Loy | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Bill Matthews | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Billie Ann Slaven Coffey | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Bishop Grant Bailey, (2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Bradley Owen Moore | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Brenda Caldwell | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Brittany Lucas (1994) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Cynthia Smith (1995) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, David Lynn Murphy | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, David Schorman | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jennell Burton (1936) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Johnny Jones | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Keera Storm Wall | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Keith Blakey | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Kenzie Rowe | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Lorie Fortune | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Mark Franklin (1966) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Megan Staten | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Phyllis Noel | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Robert Bohannon (2008) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Terry Graves | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Tiffany Hadley Kessler | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Will 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.

Traffic signal at US127/Fruit of the Loom Drive to change

From Amber Hale

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) will place the traffic signal at the intersection of U.S. 127 and Fruit of the Loom Drive in Jamestown into flash mode beginning Friday, February 13, 2026, for a 90-day period while traffic patterns are evaluated and public input is gathered regarding the signal's future.

Stop signs will be installed on Fruit of the Loom Drive and Herriford Curve Road. Motorists traveling on those routes will be required to stop before entering U.S. 127. Northbound and southbound traffic on U.S. 127 will operate as a continuous through movement. Drivers making left turns from U.S. 127 onto the side streets must continue to yield to oncoming traffic.

Motorists are urged to use caution while traveling through the intersection as drivers adjust to the new traffic pattern.

KYTC previously conducted a traffic study at this location that showed a decline in traffic volumes, falling short of federal traffic volume thresholds to warrant the continued presence of a signal as driving behaviors have changed over time.

To guide decision making, KYTC will conduct an additional study while the signal is in flash mode to observe traffic patterns under stop-controlled conditions and the public is invited to share their comments about the proposed changes with staff.

Comments may be submitted by email to KYTC.District8Info@ky.gov through close of business on May 15, 2026.


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2026-02-12 19:47:54 | Comments

Basketball: Indians defeat Southwestern Warriors 81-76

By Trey Stephens, Staff Writer

On Tuesday, February 10, 2026, the Adair County Indians Boys Varsity Basketball team defeated the Southwestern Warriors 81-76 at home. This was a much needed win for the Tribe, breaking a two-game skid and a streak of three losses in the last four games.

The Tribe was led in scoring by Dawson Gilbert with 21, followed by Tylin George with 20, Landon Blakey with 17, and John Shehan with 11. Tylin George and Landon Blakey both posted a double-double, with 14 and 10 rebounds respectively, to lead the team.

The Indians, largely on the back of George and Blakey, were able to dominate on the boards by out-rebounding Southwestern 38-19 on the game. The team shot 54% from the floor 44% from three and 73% from the free throw line.

Adair County will look to bag their first back-to-back wins in over a month as they take the court on the road at Russell County (14-10), with tip off scheduled for 7pmCT on Friday, February 13, 2026, at Russell County High School, 2166 US-127, Russell Springs, KY.


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2026-02-12 16:28:30 | Comments | See topic Sports



Register/Verify registration at: GOVOTEKY
Registration Deadline is April 20, 2026, at 4pm.


Dog needs to find its owners


2026-02-12 - Columbia, KY - Photo from Kathy Krug.

Whose friendly dog is visiting at 200 College Park?

The dog has a red collar that maybe goes to an electronic fence. My phone is 270-250-2714.


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Pesticide Disposal Program for farms on March 5

The Adair Co. Extension Office will offer free pesticide disposal for farms from 9amCT to 11amCT on Thursday, March 5, 2026, at the Adair County Extension Office, 409 Fairground Street, Columbia, KY.

Accepted items are liquid or dry pesticides, herbicides, insecticides and fungicides.

Items that will not be accepted include paint or aerosol cans, fuels, solvents, fertilizer, or flammable materials.

Before transporting pesticides, farmers should secure containers properly to prevent tipping or spills, place leaking or cracked containers inside a bucket or secondary container, and keep absorbent materials, gloves, and other PPE available in case of a spill.

For more information, contact the Extension office at 270-384-2317.


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2026-02-12 11:55:47 | Comments | See topic Adair Co. Extension Service

Columbia-Adair EDA to meet Feb 18

From Larry Walker, Chairman
Columbia-Adair County Economic Development Authority

The Columbia-Adair County Economic Development Authority Board will hold the February monthly meeting at 8amCT on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at the Welcome and Development Center, 201 Burkesville Street, Columbia, KY.

Meeting Agenda:


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2026-02-12 11:50:00 | Comments | See topic Local Government

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, February 13, 2026:
Catfish, Tenderloin, Country Ham, Meatloaf, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Corn, Mac and Cheese, Pinto Beans, Fried Apples, Broccoli Casserole, Chateau Veggies, Breaded Cauliflower, Hush Puppies, Rolls, Cornbread

Come In, Grab A Plate, and Enjoy!


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

Appetizers & Salads, Combination Dinners, Vegetarian Combinations, Especial of the House Grill, Especial Seafood, Especial Steak, A La Carte Orders, Side Orders, Kids Menu, Desserts and Beverages. Call in orders are welcome!

Special: Pollo Fiesta A whole chicken breast filled with bacon and cheese, and covered with cheese dip. Comes with rice, beans, salad and tortillas.


A Reminder - Make this Friday the day to Experience the Fantastic FRIED FISH available every day from our menu. Many like it even better grilled. Ask your server.

--Roy Ayala


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!
Steaks & Ribs, Seafood, Chicken, Combinations and Vegetarian Platters, Sides, Salads, Soups, Sandwiches, Wraps, Burgers

Click here to read our menu


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.

Call our Columbia location at 270-380-1980, or order online at acapulcomexicangrillky.com.


Adair County Schools
Adair Co. School District, Dayna Parnell, Director of Food Services, 270-384-2476
ACES and ACPC menu for February 13, 2026:
Breakfast: Whole grain muffin
Lunch: Pizza calzone or french bread pizza, garden salad, corn on the cob, cookie, fresh fruit options

ACMS and ACHS menu for February 13, 2026:
Breakfast: Whole grain muffin
Lunch: French bread pizza, garden salad, corn on the cob, cookie, fresh fruit options


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, February 13, 2026:
Baked chicken, succotash, macaroni and cheese, fruit, cookie, roll, margarine, milk


Happy Hawg BBQ
114 Jamestown Street, Columbia, KY. 270-585-4671. Open from 10:30amCT to 5pmCT Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. Mastercard, Visa, and Discover accepted.
Happy Hawg BBQ is open again on Jamestown Street with shoulder, brisket, chicken, smoked bologna, and ribeye steaks, plus burgers and hotdogs, cold cut sandwiches, fries, nachos, appetizers, homemade sides, ice cream cups, Italian Ice cups, and more!

Come check out our Friday Special!
Randy Young, owner



Valentine's Day Brunch in Gradyville

From Ellen Zornes, Executive Director
Columbia-Adair County Chamber of Commerce

There will be a Valentine's Day Brunch from 10amCT to 2pmCT on Saturday, February 14, 2026, at Miss Martha's & Happy Hour Acres.

The menu will include Strawberry Shortcake Pancakes, Heart Shaped Everything Bagels with Cream Cheese, Miscellaneous Cookies and Desserts, Several Quiches & Fresh Fruit, a Valentines Day Margarita Cake, Raspberry Sorbet Champagne Floats, and Champagne Margaritas.

Miss Martha's & Happy Hour Acres is located at 4213 Edmonton Rd., Columbia, KY. RSVP to 270-380-1717.


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2026-02-12 11:44:25 | Comments | See topic Chamber of Commerce

ACSO: TN man arrested for wanton endangerment

From Sheriff Gary Roy
Adair County Sheriff's Office

On Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at approximately 5:33pmCT, the Adair County Sheriff's Office responded to The Driftwoods RV Park on Holmes Bend Road. Adair County 911 Dispatch relayed a report of a man brandishing a handgun and pointing it at another person.

Upon deputies' arrival, the scene was cleared, the handgun was located, and witnesses were separated for interview.

After a preliminary investigation, it was determined a handgun was brandished during a verbal altercation. Multiple witness statements corroborated the initial complaint made by the victim, and a Tennessee man was taken into custody.


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2026-02-12 08:54:03 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports

Maupin house, colorized


2026-02-12 - Columbia, KY - Photo courtesy Kobie T. Wood.
This is the former home of the Maupin Family on Jamestown Hill, and now the home of Kobie T. Wood. The picture was accrued from the Maupin family archives, and Kobie used AI technology to colorize the photo. Pictured on the bottom right side is the Maupin Family, circa 1932.


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Mark Twain storytelling festival coming soon

From City Hall

The City of Columbia in collaboration with the Arts Administration Program at Lindsey Wilson University will be planning a Mark Twain Storytelling Festival in June in Columbia. The local Adair County Genealogy Center will be assisting with the project.

This will be the inaugural year of the festival. They hope to make it a recurring event annually for the community.


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2026-02-11 22:59:41 | Comments | See topic Local Government


Remembrances for February 13
In Memory Birthday, Geneva Maxson, Adair Co., KY (1922-2010) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mae Grant Hadley, Adair Co. native (1933-2010) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Terry Akin, Adair County, KY (1955-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ora M. Smith, 59, Russell County, KY (1954-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Leah Skipper, 42, Casey County, KY (1972-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Misty Padgett 27, Russell Springs, KY (1987-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Edgar Holmes, 94, Adair County, KY (1921-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lindsey Muriel McDonald, Taylor Co., KY (1951-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ms. Gloria Daisy Gilbert, Cumberland Co. KY native (1951-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Janet Stovall, 74, Barren Co., KY (1941-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mark Raymond Dunphy, 66, Adair Co., KY (1950-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mary E. Hawkins, Russell County, KY (1935-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Anthony Lewis (Louie) Ray, Green County, KY (1959-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ruth Bell, 67, Adair County, KY (1950-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Betty Chaney, 61, Russell County, KY (1956-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, James -Jimmy- Coffey, 75, Green County, KY (1942-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Barbara J. Curtsinger, 71, Russell County, KY (1947-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Oba Davis, 102, Casey County, KY (1916-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Betty Jane Foley, Russell Springs, KY (1935-2011) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Brenda Corner Moore 55, Russell Co., KY (1963-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Connor Thomas Wilson, 6 mos., Casey Co. KY (d. Aug. 30, 2012) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Deborah Capps Polston, Cumberland Co., KY (1957-2013) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Doris Boyd Puckett, 87, Green Co., KY (1927-2014) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Georgia Sandusky Scott, 73, Liberty, KY (1945-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Hazel L. Burton, 87, Adair Co., KY native (1930-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, James Vontress Noe, Green Co., KY (1928-2012) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, John W. Pettit, 61, Green Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Larry Humphrey, 70, Burkesville, KY (1950-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lt. Colonel Dalton Taylor, Gradyville, Adair County, KY native Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lynda Loy, 77, Russell Springs, KY (1945-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Marie Susan McCubbin, Green County, KY (1930-2015) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Marjorie H. Bale, 92, Campbellsville, KY (1929-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mike Bowen, 68, Campbellsville, KY (1955-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mildred Collins, 97, Russell County, KY (1919-2016) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Rissie Burton, 88, Adair Co., KY native (1921-2009) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Robert Eldred Ware, 91, Campbellsville, KY (1928-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Sherril (Pete) Holtzclaw, Russell Springs, KY (1950-2013) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Shirley Harris, 86, Columbia, KY (1936-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Valarie Nicole Poynter, 30, Metcalfe Co., KY (1982-2012) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)

 






























 
 
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