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Cumberland Christian Hawks repeat as State Champs

From Maggie Coleman

The Cumberland Christian Hawks, a homeschool co-op based in Somerset, brought home the KCSAA Division One Basketball State Championship for the second year in a row. It is also the second year in a row they entered the tournament as the number one seed in the state.

The Hawks include Gabe and Ty Coleman of Adair County and are coached by their dad, Mark Coleman. Gabe Coleman received the honors of tournament MVP, First Team All Stars for the East Region, and second team All-Conference. The Hawks are 32-6 heading to Gatlinburg for the Eastcoast National Homeschool Tournament in one week.


2026-03-01 22:11:59 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports

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Looking for treasure at Green River Lake



2026-03-01 - Adair Co., KY - Photo by Hailey Staten.
Bowman Staten, age 6, with his friendly companion "Charlene" were out checking the Green River Lake level on Saturday, February 28, 2026, and looking for "treasure" at the Mt. Carmel Boat Ramp.

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Jaxson Tate Akin, 9, Glens Fork, KY (2016-2026)

Jaxson Tate Akin of the Glens Fork community was born June 30, 2016, in Campbellsville, Kentucky and passed away on Sunday, March 1, 2026, at Vanderbilt Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee. He was 9 years old.

The funeral service will be held at 1pmCT on Friday, March 6, 2026, at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home, 200 Campbellsville Street, Columbia, KY, with Bro. Paul Patton and Bro. Joel Patton officiating. Burial will follow in Antioch Cemetery.

Visitation is requested after 3pmCT on Thursday.


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2026-03-01 22:08:18 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Faye Holt Smith, 92, Mt. Carmel/Coburg, KY (1934-2026)

Faye Holt Smith of the Mt. Carmel/Coburg community died on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at Taylor Regional Hospital in Campbellsville. She was 92 years old.

The funeral service will be held at 11amCT on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home, 200 Campbellsville Street, Columbia, KY, with Bro. Lanny Garner officiating. Burial will follow in Hovious Cemetery.

Visitation is requested after 5pmCT on Tuesday.


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2026-03-01 22:04:12 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Jack D. Brummett, 80, Glens Fork, KY (1946-2026)

Jack Davis Brummett of Glens Fork peacefully passed away on February 28, 2026, at Norton Hospital in Louisville. He was 80 years old.

Funeral services will be held at 2pmCT on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home, 210 Greensburg St., Columbia, KY, with Bro. Ralph Foster officiating. Burial will follow in the Haven Hill Cemetery.

Visitation will be on Wednesday after 10amCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home.


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2026-03-01 21:59:55 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

SCKY 2026 Dirt Racing Hall of Fame

Somerset, KY - Voting Members have selected the seventh class of the South-Central Kentucky Dirt Racing Hall of Fame for 2026 featuring eight drivers, four contributors, the "Joe Miller Fan Vote" and the "Rod Carter Jr. Sportsmanship Award".

The Petty Family of Columbia, KY, has been awarded the Joe Miller Fan Vote for 2026.

The Class of 2026 will officially be inducted at 1pmET on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at The Center for Rural Development Ballroom, 2292 S Hwy 27 #300, Somerset, KY.


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2026-03-01 21:55:20 | Comments | Printable version

Bat Cats use bullpen for St. John's shutout

By Ryan Hoots
Sports Director, UntdWeStnd.com

Lexington, KY - Kentucky did not overpower St. Johns on Saturday. Kentucky outlasted them.

This was not one of those games where Kentucky walked to the mound and dictated to St. John's what to do from the start. This was a game that required Kentucky to stay calm and composed. St. John's had runners on base early and often. Applying the kind of pressure forces a team to show what they are really made of when things aren't going their way.

Kentucky never surrendered St. John's the hit that would have swung the game.

Ben Cleaver had a tough time in a couple of innings but he worked around the runners on base and did not give St. John's any room to capitalize on his control issues. It was not easy for "The Slim Reaper" on Saturday. It was not smooth either. However, Cleaver was stubborn and that is what Kentucky needed. Sometimes being stubborn is more important than being perfect during a long baseball season. Sometimes that is what it takes to win.


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2026-03-01 21:33:35 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports

Letter: Praise for recent articles

Carol Roberts writes:
As someone from "off," I always enjoy the stories of locals that give me a taste of the history of this area! Always interesting!

Love fixer-upper stories and videos like Donna Reider's. Can't wait to read more of Donna's!

Enjoyed Tommy Druen's thought-provoking article comparing menus and life, and at 84 years, I couldn't agree more!
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2026-03-01 21:31:16 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback

Adair Co Schools mourn the loss of ACES student

From Jason Faulkner, Superintendent
Adair County Public Schools

The Adair County Public Schools family is deeply saddened to share the passing of Tate Akin, a fourth-grade student at Adair County Elementary School. Tate passed away following an illness.

Tate was a valued member of the Adair County school community and will be greatly missed by his classmates, teachers, and everyone who had the privilege of knowing him. During this difficult time, our thoughts and prayers are with Tate's family and loved ones.

In support of our students and staff, Adair County Public Schools will have additional counselors and support staff available at the elementary school over the coming days.

We encourage parents and guardians to speak with their children and reach out to the school if additional support is needed.

The Adair County school community asks that everyone keep Tate's family in their prayers during this profound loss.


2026-03-01 21:27:02 | Comments | Printable version

KSP Post 15 to conduct Traffic Safety Checkpoints

COLUMBIA, Ky. (March 1, 2026) - 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.


2026-03-01 13:54:54 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports

Joann Warren Caldwell, 87, Adair County, KY

Joann Warren Caldwell of Columbia, Kentucky, daughter of the late Shelby and Gracie Perkins Warren, was born on October 29, 1938 in the Knifley community of Adair County, Kentucky. She departed this life on Friday, February 27, 2026 at her home having attained the age of 87 years, three months and 29 days.

She was a woman of deep and abiding faith. She was of the Apostolic faith and a devoted member of Elkhorn Tabernacle, where she worshiped faithfully. Mrs. Caldwell dedicated many years of her professional life to Westlake Regional Hospital, where she served as the dietary supervisor until her retirement.


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2026-03-01 10:37:56 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Gary Meadows, 62, Russell County, KY

Gary L. Meadows, 62, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Wednesday, February 25th, in Russell Springs, KY. He was born in Mount Sterling, KY on April 29, 1963, a son of the late Fannie (Strange) and Richard T. Meadows, Sr.

He served in the Army National Guard as an SSG, worked as a handyman, and attended Solid Rock Full Gospel Church.


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2026-03-01 10:34:13 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Luca John Roberts, age 4, Russell County, KY

Luca John Roberts departed this life to enter the arms of Jesus on Thursday February 26, 2026. His four years on this earth were spent smiling, laughing and bringing joy and light to his family and all those he knew.

Luca was born on January 27, 2022. Blessed by his presence were his mother, Raygen Louise Bryant and his father, Ricky Lee Roberts.


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2026-03-01 10:32:03 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Boyce Edward Dobson, 83, Green County, KY

Boyce Edward Dobson of Summersville, Kentucky, son of the late Melvin Dobson and Lera Vaughn Dobson, was born on Monday, April 6, 1942 in Green County and departed this life on Thursday, February 26, 2026 at Nortons Hospital in Louisville. He was 83 years, 10 months, and 20 days of age.

He had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of Allendale Missionary Baptist Church where he served as a Deacon for many years. He previously worked as a welder for Henry Vogt Machine Company and was a farmer. Boyce was a member of the William B. Allen Masonic Lodge #704 F&AM.


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2026-03-01 10:29:40 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries


Birthdays and Anniversaries for March 1
Happy Anniversary, Bobby and Kaylene Kelsay | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, George Johnson and Sheila Wood | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Robby and Tammy Shelton (1985) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Alex Kulac (1996) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Ashley McLean (1997) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Beverly England (1959) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Bill Grant | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Claude Hadley | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Danny Biggerstaff | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Emma Grace Compton (2007) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jimmy Tupman | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Kelsey Haydon (1995) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Tracey Gossage | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Business Anniversary, Jill Smith, State Farm Insurance (1992) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Dorothy Graham, Columbia, KY, Cumberland Co, KY native (1921) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ricky Bennett, Adair Co., KY (1957-2011) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Betty Hatfield, Taylor Co., KY (1939) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lina Elizabeth Wells, Casey County, KY (1916) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Weldon McDonald, Casey Co., KY (1945-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Loretta Bertram, 68, Russell Co., KY (1945-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Joyce M. Kilpatrick, 61, Russell Co., KY (1952-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Donald Ray (Donnie) Priddy, 66, Barren Co., KY1948-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Vicie Lee Carter, 92, Cumberland County, KY (1922-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mr. Thomas (Tom) Ralph Bradshaw, 79, Burkesville, KY (1935-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Wilda (Joey) Arnett, 74, ElkHorn, KY (1940-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Stanley McCubbin, 79, Taylor County, KY (1936-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Dewey Knight, Ballard Co., KY (1922-206) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, R.V. Oakes, 74, Russell County, KY (1942-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Elaine Sapp Milby, 81, Green County/Taylor native, KY (1935-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Helen Babbs Pittman, 67, Campbellsville, KY (1949-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Rev. James (Jim) W. Goff (1931-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lowell Crawley, 86, Cumberland County, KY (1931-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Dennis Gordon Underwood, 71, Adair Co., KY/LaRue Co. KY native (1946-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Nanette Elmore, 46, Middleburg, KY (1971-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Kathleen Grant, 88, Adair County, KY (1929-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Sandra Kay (Murphy) Means, 69, Casey Co., KY (1949-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Barbara Underwood, 83, Buffalo, KY (1940-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Benjamin S. Curry, 82, Shepherdsville, KY (1940-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bernard Fain, Campbellsville, KY (1930-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Calvin McFall, Sr., 81, Taylor Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Carol Keys, 84, Columbia, KY (1938-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, David L. Kiefer, 59, Russell Springs, KY (1964-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, David Ross Stewart, 76, Breeding, KY (1947-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Dennis Keith Emerson, 55, Liberty, KY (1964-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Elmer David Redmon, 66, Russell Springs, KY (1953-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Eric L. Kellogg, 52, Russell Springs, KY (1968-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, James Anderson Grider, 85, Columbia, KY (1938-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jerry D. Simpson, 73, Columbia, KY (1952-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, John Johnson, 55, Columbia, KY (1959-2015) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Linda Long Franklin, 64, Burkesville, KY (1951-2015) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lonnie James Taylor Jr, infant, Adair County, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Luther James Curry, 77, Green Co., KY (1941-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Marie Yaden, Casey County, KY (1928-2013) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Patty Pruitt Sherrell, 64, Cumberland County, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Thelma Jane Tone, 81, Columbia, KY (1940-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Zelma Justine Wright, 94, Jamestown, KY native (1927-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
Memorial Business Anniversary, Cafe on the Square, 212 Public Sq, Columbia, KY (2010 to 2013-02-11) | (Updates/Corrections)

Events scheduled for Sunday, March 1, 2026
All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
1:00pmCTACHS Theatre program presents Mary Poppins the Musical
In the gym at Adair Co. Elementary School, 870 Indian Dr, Columbia, KY | (ID:70360, Comment)
6:00pmCTRevival at Russell Heights Baptist Church | (ID:70322, Comment)

 






























 
 
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