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Old Concord Community Church Food Pantry distribution From Crystal Dillingham Old Concord Community Church has received its first delivery for our new Food Pantry. Our first distribution of food is scheduled for 9amCT to 11amCT on Saturday, August 9, 2025. Food will be distributed to those needing food on a first-come, first-serve basis, while supplies last. Information needed to participate is name, address, and number of people in household. While we are purchasing food for distribution, we also gladly accept donations of non-perishable food items and unopened personal hygiene products such as shampoo, soap, and toothpaste from the public. Anyone interested in helping us help others can call us at 615-697-3861. We will gladly arrange to meet you or pick up donations. Old Concord Community Church is located at 5996 Fairplay Road, Columbia, KY. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-07-29 17:19:11 | Comments | See topic Church News
Columbia's Little Free Library By Trey Stephens City of Columbia | Assistant to the Mayor Have you ever passed the wooden box full of books next to City Hall and wondered what it was? well- this is Columbia's Little Free Library. The Little Free Library is a worldwide organization based in Minnesota with over 200,000 locations in 120 countries spread out over all 7 continents. The premise of a Little Free Library is that residents will stop by to pick up a new book and leave a book they have already read for the next person. The City of Columbia is the steward of Little Free Library #162137, which has been operating for over 2 years. Columbia's Little Free Library is sorted into two categories, with both a children's and adult library. It is presently curated by Jada Atwood, the City of Columbia Finance Officer. The Little Free Library in Columbia has been successful, and it is estimated that over 1000 books run through the network of Columbia's Little Free Library every year. So, if you are an avid reader, just a casual page turner, or have a child that is learning how to read, please feel free to stop by the Columbia Little Free Library. Just remember, if you take a book, share a book! Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-07-29 13:54:18 | Comments
Boil Water Advisory lifted Columbia Adair Utilities District July 29, 2025 As of 11:48 AM. On July 29, 2025 the Boil Water Advisory for customers on Old Glensfork Road, T Bradshaw Road, Hwy 55 South, Hwy 768 East, Old Flatt Road, Road 900, Arlis Grant Road, Powell Creek Road, Joe Tom Grant Road, and Willie Grant Road, has been lifted by the Division of Water. This means your water is safe for human consumption. You no longer have to boil your water. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-07-29 13:24:16 | Comments
Trucking companies participate in annual meeting From Evan Waggener, Marketing Director Kentucky Trucking Association Rogers Trucking Company (RTC) was among the members in attendance at the Kentucky Trucking Association's (KTA) annual meeting last week. Lesha Breeding, RTC President, was presented with the 2025 First Place Safety Award for truckload division 0-3 million miles at the annual conference awards night on Thursday July 24, 2025, at Lake Cumberland State Resort Park in Jamestown. Rogers Trucking Inc., is a family owned and operated company since 1965. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-07-29 10:33:59 | Comments | See topic Chamber of Commerce Events scheduled for today, July 30, 2025 All events are listed in Central Time. | Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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Second annual KSP Youth Academy Program underway From Sherry Bray Frankfort, KY - On July 28, 2025, Gov. Andy Beshear marked the beginning of the second annual Kentucky State Police (KSP) Youth Academy Program, aimed at introducing teenagers to the foundational principles of law enforcement. The program is designed to help teens explore career opportunities in policing while building confidence, leadership and teamwork. "Building relationships between law enforcement and young Kentuckians is the best way to build trust in law enforcement while recruiting and preparing tomorrow's brave first responders," Gov. Beshear said. "This program will allow us to continue building that trust, while also creating a safer Kentucky for all our people." The immersive, week-long program is held at Trooper Island Camp on Dale Hollow Lake and provides 16- and 17-year-olds with an opportunity to learn directly from state troopers, detectives, instructors and support staff. Throughout the week, cadets engage in physical training, classroom instruction and hands-on activities that reflect real-life responsibilities of law enforcement professionals. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-07-29 09:43:18 | Comments
ACSO: Two arrested on Snake Creek Road On Monday, July 28, 2025, Adair County Deputy Sheriff's Deputies went to 144 Snake Creek Road to make contact with a wanted fugitive out of Indiana. Deputies received permission to search the residence and located the fugitive in the basement of the home. While making contact with the fugitive, deputies noticed several items of drug paraphernalia laying on a bed and a plastic baggy laying beside bed on dresser that contained suspected methamphetamine. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-07-29 09:39:53 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Community Church Back to School Bash is Aug 9 From Beth Wethington Adair/Taylor County Community Churches will hold a Back to School Bash from 10amCT to 2pmCT on Saturday, August 9, 2025, at the Emmaus Campground in Knifley at the old Knifley School, 12190 Knifley Rd., Columbia, KY. There will be free food, cornhole games, popcorn and snowcones, givewaways, water gun and balloon wars, water slides, and more. Reach out to Beth Wethington 270-469-0229 or Pam Humphress 270-403-1320 if your church would like to sponsor an activity, food or school supply bag. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-07-29 09:36:04 | Comments | See topic Church News
Steve Olt of Greensburg appointed to KAFC Board From Madison Pergrem Frankfort, KY - Commissioner of Agriculture Jonathan Shell has recently made appointments to the Kentucky Agricultural Development Board (KADB) and the Kentucky Agricultural Finance Corporation (KAFC). Kentucky Agricultural Finance Corporation
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Adair Co. Extension District Board to meet Aug 1 From Nick Roy Adair Co. Extension Agent for Agriculture & Natural Resources The Adair County Extension District Board will meet at NoonCT on Friday, August 1, 2025, at the Adair County Cooperative Extension Service located on 409 Fairgrounds Street in Columbia. The meeting is open to the public. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-07-29 08:57:47 | Comments | See topic Adair Co. Extension Service
Metcalfe Relay for Life BBQ fundraiser is Saturday The Metcalfe County Relay For Life Committee is hosting a Celebrity BBQ Cook-off Saturday, August 2, 2025. A ticket lets you sample all of the celebrities cooking and vote for your favorite. The winning celebrity will receive a trophy and, of course, bragging rights. The event takes place at Leftwich Hall at Bowling Park, Edmonton, KY. Tickets to the event are $5 each and the tasting begins at 5pmCT. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-07-29 00:55:49 | Comments | See topic Food
Lanterns & Tombstones Tour Aug 1 at Union Cemetery From Mike Watson and Dave Thomas The Fourth Session of the Lanterns & Tombstones Cemetery Walking Tour will take place at 7pmCT on Friday night, August 1, 2025, in conjunction with the "Columbia Nights," formerly "To-the-Nines" downtown event. This Tour is in the Union Cemetery, located at 174 Milltown Church Road. Head out highway 80, West of Columbia, turn right onto Milltown Church Road and proceed a very short distance to the cemetery, which is on the right of the road. Dave Thomas and Mike Watson will lead participants through various parts of Union Cemetery, pointing out bits of interesting lore along the way. This is a walking tour through the historic cemetery and participants are encouraged to wear sturdy shoes, bring a jacket if it is cool, and your enthusiasm. Small flashlights will be provided to aid you in winding your way on the Tour. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-07-28 16:09:49 | Comments
LWU to honor 3 Alumni, longtime supporter at Homecoming 2025 From Duane Bonifer Three alumni and one longtime friend will be honored at Lindsey Wilson University's first homecoming weekend. Lindsey Wilson's first homecoming weekend as a university will be held October 23-25, 2025, The theme is "New Name, Same Heart," in celebration of Lindsey Wilson's first school year as a university. The weekend will feature several reunions and events, including the annual Lindsey Wilson National Alumni Homecoming Awards Banquet, which will be held on October 25, 2025. This year's homecoming award recipients, which were selected based on nominations submitted to the Lindsey Wilson National Alumni Council, are:
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CPD: Columbia man receives additional charges while in custody The Columbia Police Department has filed additional charges against a local man following an incident at the Adair County Regional Jail. The charges stem from a complaint received by Columbia Police Lieutenant Justin Cross while the man was in custody at the Adair County Regional Jail. Lt. Cross was assisted in the investigation by Adair County Regional Jail Deputies. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-07-28 15:57:19 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports Birthdays and Anniversaries for July 30 Happy Anniversary, Jason and Emily Roach | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Walter and Katherine Smith Bennett (1959) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Allan Mercer Parnell | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Angel Kinnett Grider | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Barry Bailey | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Carolyn Luttrell Wilson | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Charles Neat | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Cynthia Parnell Collier | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Debbie Lynn Halcomb | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Glenda Miller | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Hannah Young | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jayden Chance Burton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jean Beard | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jessica Nicole Usrey (1989) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jessica Usrey | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Lisa Walker (1993) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Talisha England (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.
TJRH teams up with Buckle Up for Life on car seat safety From Stacey Biggs Glasgow, KY - What if there was a way to prevent a leading cause of childhood death, but three out of four of us were doing it wrong? Together, T.J. Regional Health and Buckle Up for Life, the national car seat safety program from Toyota and Cincinnati Children's, are sharing child passenger safety education with south central Kentucky families. The program's trained specialists will work closely with families and caregivers to educate them about all aspects of car seats, booster seats, and seat belts. Families in need will be matched with certified child passenger safety technicians to learn how to install them properly. "We know that proper use of car seats and booster seats can mean the difference between life and death in a crash," said Gloria Del Castillo, child passenger safety expert at Cincinnati Children's and senior specialist of community engagement for Buckle Up for Life. "That's why Buckle Up for Life is so committed to our work with T.J. Regional Health to teach parents, caregivers and children in this area about the proper use of car seats and provide free seats to families in need." This program will help enable the T.J. Community Mission Foundation to provide even more car seats through their T.J. Sweet Seats Car Seat Program. This program is dedicated to ensuring the safety of children in this community. The primary goal is to provide high-quality car seats to families in need, promoting safe transportation practices for young passengers. By partnering with local organizations and first responders, TJCMF aims to educate caregivers on the proper installation and use of car seats, reducing the risk of injury in the event of an accident. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-07-28 15:54:11 | Comments | See topic Health Care
Expect delays July 29 on Old Gradyville Rd From Bridget Compton Adair County Deputy Judge Executive, Road Administrative Assistant & Solid Waste Coordinator The Adair County Fiscal Court road crew will be working on Old Gradyville Road removing trees on Tuesday, July 29, 2025. Expect closures and road delays during removal. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-07-28 15:51:11 | Comments | See topic Local Government
Adair Co. Hospital District Board to meet July 29 From Neal M. Gold, CEO/Chairman of the Board Adair County Hospital District The Adair County Hospital District Board will meet in regular session at 6:30pmCT on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, in the Adair County Chamber of Commerce Building, 201 Burkesville Street, Columbia, KY. Meeting Agenda: Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-07-28 12:43:14 | Comments | See topic Local Government
Adair Co. FFA takes 1st at State Crop Scouting Contest! From Gabby Barnes ACHS Agriculture Educator/FFA Advisor The Adair County FFA has earned First Place in the State Crop Scouting Contest! Team members were Ethan Wooten, Addie Baker, Lane Kelsay, Braxton Irvin, and Hudson Hancock. The team spent weeks preparing for the contest over the summer, and then travelled to the University of Kentucky Research and Education Center in Princeton, Kentucky, on July 24, 2025, in order to participate in the contest. The Crop Scouting Contest required students to illustrate a wide expanse of knowledge related to row crop production and agronomy. They worked as a team in order to determine the growth stages of corn and soybean crops, calculate populations and estimate yield in different fields, identify common agronomic disorders, connect soil characteristics with nutrient availability, perform calculations related to sprayer calibration, determine causes of problems within tobacco crops, and identify common pests and their management methods. The team worked extremely hard to achieve such a high level of success, and will be representing the state of Kentucky at the national level in Iowa this fall. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-07-28 09:40:41 | Comments | See topic Education 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, Wednesday, July 30, 2025: 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 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, July 30, 2025:
ACHS SBDM Council to meet July 31 From Chad A. Parnell, Principal Adair County High School The ACHS SBDM Council will have a special called meeting at 4pmCT on Thursday, July 31, 2025, in the ACHS Library, 526 Indian Drive, Columbia KY. The purpose of the meeting is to review and approve the student handbook. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-07-28 08:41:12 | Comments | See topic Education
Grant will help fund LWU Nursing Scholarship with TRH From Duane Bonifer Lindsey Wilson University has received a grant that will help its award-winning nursing program continue to meet the region's healthcare needs. The university has received a grant from the Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education Healthcare Workforce Investment Fund to establish a healthcare training scholarship partnership between Lindsey Wilson and Taylor Regional Hospital in Campbellsville. The grant's total value is $57,000. The grant will translate into another student receiving a nursing scholarship at Lindsey Wilson, according to Lindsey Wilson Director of Nursing Dr. Emiley Button. "This is exciting news because this grant will help our program to continue to educate and train nursing professionals for our area while partnering with one of our region's most important healthcare providers," said Button. "We appreciate the strong partnerships we enjoy with our local healthcare providers, and this grant is but one example of that strong partnership." Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-07-28 08:38:25 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University
Winners of 2025 Columbia Adair Chamber awards By Ellen Zornes, Executive Director Columbia-Adair County Chamber of Commerce It was an enchanted evening at our Chamber of Commerce Awards Banquet. A little on the hot side but a very 'cool' evening regardless as 230 people gathered as we honored our 2025 award nominees and award winners. Thank you to The Barn at Cedar Grove, Amy Mitchum and Sondra Keltner, for hosting us and Brooks Ewing for his sound equipment and the music before our event. Congratulations to the following Award Winners: Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-07-27 23:57:18 | Comments Last 10 Posted Obituaries:
Remembrances for July 30 In Memory Birthday, William R. (Billy) Denton, Adair Co., KY (1946-2010) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Faye Shepherd, Adair County, KY (1920) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Glen Alan Gupton, Green Co., KY (1949) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bobby Patton, Adair Co., KY native (1939) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bobby D. Jessie, Adair Co., KY (1943 | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Randall McQueary, Adair Co., KY (1967-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rev. Jerry Cline, 70, formerly of Adair Co., KY (1944-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Maxine Harmon, Adair Co., KY native (1931-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Tommy Wheeler, 75, Mannsville, KY (1939-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In memory birthday, Dorella Dyer, Glasgow, KY (1941-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Glenda Jean (Cox) Rainwater McKenzie, Taylor Co., KY (1944-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Rex Cook, 62, Green Co., KY (1953-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, John Bradley Whited, 43, Casey Co., KY (1972-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Garnett Allen (Al) Clark, Taylor Co., KY (1926-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Samuel G. Cox, 76, Indianapolis, IN/Elkhorn, KY native (1940-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Casbel Grant Asbury, Green County, KY (1928-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Frances Finn, 93, Adair Co., KY (1923-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Grace White Arms, Cumberland Co., KY (1923-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Davis Sexton, 75, Adair County, KY (1942-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Velta Brown, 82, Russell Springs, KY (1935-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Anita (Torbert) Steigerwald, 102, Adair Co., KY (1916-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Barbara Walters Wood Pike, 85, Campbellsville, KY (1935-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Barry Bailey, 71, Adair County, KY (1949-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bro. Willard Bryant, 73, Columbia, KY (1949-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Carl Thomas Berry, 87, Greensburg, KY (1934-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Edwin N. Taylor, 81, Columbia, KY (1943-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Frances (Beams) Skaggs, 86, Campbellsville, KY (1935-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James Bolin (Jim) Beard, 79, Columbia, KY native (1942-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Josh Rufus Burton, 43, Columbia, KY native (1979-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Merlin Ray Huff, 59, Columbia, KY (1965-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Margaret Stailey Farlee, Cumberland Co., KY(d. 8 Mar 2016) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ray Bruce Grigsby, Jr., 83, Columbia, KY (1938-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rodney Keith Hundley, 29, Casey County, KY (1978-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rufus Lowell (Bill) Turner, 67, Columbia, KY (1955-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sharon Pierce Davis, 75, Greensburg, KY (1944-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Tony Curtis Burton, 63, Campbellsville, KY (1961-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) |
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