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LWU honors students, staff who Live, Learn, Lead

By Venus Popplewell

Ten Lindsey Wilson University undergraduates and one longtime staff member were honored on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, for their influential leadership skills and contributions to the Lindsey Wilson community. The eleven individuals were recognized at the 18th-annual L3 Student Leadership Banquet, held in the Roberta D. Cranmer Dining & Conference Center.

Former Kentucky Lieutenant Governor and member of the Lindsey Wilson Board of Trustees, Jenean Hampton, delivered the keynote address telling the students to focus on the mission.

"When you focus on the mission, it takes sexism out of the loop, it takes racism out of the loop and the energy is directed toward everyone doing their part and getting the job done," Hampton said. "Focusing on the mission takes a lot of the drama and problems out of the equation."


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Connor Wilhoit accepts leadership award from President Luckey



2026-04-23 - Columbia, KY - Photo courtesy Lindsey Wilson University.
Lindsey Wilson University President William T. Luckey Jr. presents one of the university's three L3 Awards to Connor Wilhoit, middle, a psychophysiology and history double major from Campbellsville. Wilhoit was nominated to receive the L3 Leadership Award by LWU Dean of Admissions Traci Pooler, right.

The L3 Award recognizes Lindsey Wilson students and employees who exemplify the spirit to live, learn and lead in their daily work.

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Youth Night at Harrods Fork Baptist Church

From Linda Walker

Harrods Fork Baptist Church will host a Youth Night at 5pmCT on Saturday, April 25, 2026. Brett Bradford, the regional director with the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, will be the featured speaker. Dylan Tucker with Next Level Church of God will provide special music. Following the service, pizza and snacks will be served.

All ages are welcome: children, youth, and adults. For more information, contact the pastor of Harrods Fork, Bro. John Campbell, at 270-576-1590. Harrods Fork Baptist Church is located at 169 Harrods Fork Circle, Columbia, KY.


2026-04-23 10:36:47 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Church News

Commodities Distribution for Seniors on April 24

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, April 24, 2026, at the Adair County Food Pantry, 203 South Monroe Street, Columbia, KY.


2026-04-23 10:34:44 | Comments | Printable version

Christie Chapel Church Fish Fry is April 24

From Brandon Hovious

Christie Chapel Church will be having their spring Fish Fry from 4pmCT to 7pmCT on Friday April 24, 2026. Meals will be $7.00 a plate, which includes fish, green beans, coleslaw, dessert and drink. Funds raised will go toward our building fund.

Christie Chapel Church is located at 8068 Elk Horn Road Knifley, KY 42753. Hope You Can Come!


2026-04-23 10:32:10 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Church News


Birthdays and Anniversaries for April 23
Happy Birthday, siblings Suzanne Rodgers, Pat Miller and Jeffrey Todd Miller | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Abigail Thompson (1998) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Amanda Tooley (1972) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Ava Harrison | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Bridgette Reagin | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Calvin Leo Claywell, (1948) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Conor Smith (2005) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jane Grant | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Joey Page | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Julie McQueary | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Matthew Brummett | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Pamela Farr | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Phyllis Caldwell | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Shane Lee Pollard | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Timmy Loy | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Joyce Darlene DeHart, 70, Russell Co., KY (1944-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Naomi Logan Popplewell, Russell Springs, KY (1926-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Everett Howard Harvey, Russell Springs, KY (1943-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lattie V. Sartin Metcalfe Co., KY (1922) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Gene Cornett, Casey Co., KY (1940) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Wilmerth Hart, Russell County, KY (1927) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Linda Antle, Russell Springs, KY (1959) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Veachel Antle, Campbellsville, KY (1930) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Clifton Wayne Meece, 63, Russell Springs, KY (1949) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Christine Fogle, Casey County, KY (1915) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Geneva Walker Estes, Green Co., KY (1923-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Myrtle Grimsley, Adair County, KY (1919-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Fred C. Sexton, 80, Adair County, KY (1933-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Daisy Schackow, Russell County, KY (1938-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ronnie Shepherd, Adair Co., KY (1947-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ellen Louise Fields England Metcalfe Co., KY native (1934-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Dr. Ralph A. Tesseneer Jr., 91, Taylor Co., KY (1924-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Billy Charles Smith, Metcalfe Co., KY (1951-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Clavis (Short) Burris, 88, Gradyville, KY (1928-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Velma McVay, 93, Taylor County, KY (1924-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Sharen N. Skaggs, 76, Campbellsville, KY (1941-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, J.B. Grider, 76, Cumberland Co., KY (1941-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Hazel Mae Spurling Sullivan, Taylor Co., KY (1928-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Johnie Lee Hughes, Russell County, KY (1952-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Anita Bergemann, Green County, KY (1936-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bobby Arnold, 66, Adair County, KY (1952-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Vitus Edward Emerson , 86, Casey Co. KY | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Clodean Giles, 89, Campbellsville, KY (1931-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Denelda Clairlene Leigh, 81, Liberty, KY (1940-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Dora Maude Bryant Warf, 87, Green Co., KY native (1933-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Edgar Leland Pelston, Adair County, KY native (1959-2005) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Frances Waymon Pelston, Taylor County, KY (1938-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Henry F. (Buddy) Beard, 86, Greensburg, KY (1935-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Herl D. Robertson, 85, Russell Springs, KY (1938-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ila Chewning, 90, Campbellsville, KY (1930-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jim Giles, Adair Co., KY (1975-2009) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Junior Kessler, 69, Greensburg, KY (1951-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Logan Eric Johns, 25, Campbellsville, KY (1998-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Beatrice Whitlow Creason, Green Co., KY (1923-2010) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Robert G. (Bobby) Fawcett, Taylor Co., KY (1937-2009) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ruby Crawhorn, 67, Columbia, KY (1956-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Wanda G. Rhoten, 79, Russell Springs, KY native (1941-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Wanda Lee Helm, 80, Greensburg, IN (1941-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)

Events scheduled for Thursday, April 23, 2026
All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
9:00amCTAdair Co Fiscal Court Budget Committee meeting | (ID:70536, Comment)
11:30amCTRibbon Cutting for Columbia Laundry & Tanning | (ID:70558, Comment)
2:00pmCTTrabue-Russell Student Art Show | (ID:70523, Comment)
4:00pmCTACHS SBDM Council meeting | (ID:70548, Comment)
6:00pmCTColumbia Adair Economic Development Authority meeting | (ID:70542, Comment)

 






























 
 
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