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Letter: Remembering Veterans on Memorial Day

Pam Capozziello writes:
I just wanted to remember all military veterans who have given their lives fighting for our country, and also wish those who continue to serve a very happy Memorial Day! Also want to honor my father who served 4 years in the US Navy. Thanks Dad and everyone for your service!
Memorial Day is a good time to make sure your family members are listed on the Columbia Magazine Veterans Page.


2026-05-24 20:55:49 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback

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Birds of Kentucky: Mallard on the move



2026-05-24 - Central Kentucky - Photo by Pen.
A female mallard, skipping across the water to get out of the way of a more territorial hen.

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Beulah Chapel VBS starts June 1

From Kim Goodin

Beulah Chapel VBS is almost here! Travel back to the 90s and join us for TO THE MAX as we learn from David's faith journey and discover how we can grow in our faith every day!

There will be games, worship, crafts, bible fun, and food from 5:30pmCT to 7:30pmCT nightly, June 1-4, 2026, at Beulah Chapel, 4262 Libery Rd Columbia, KY.


2026-05-24 20:44:00 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Church News

There just might be some hope after all!

A first-time CM submission from reverse-snowbird and Sunday evening organist at Columbia Christian Church Narda Tate, noticing all the little things that make Southern Kentucky such a great place.

By Narda Tate

I don't know about you, but I am truly sick and tired of being bombarded with stabbings, murders, chaos, fraud, deception, hate, wars and all the rest of the long list of horrible things that saturate the news these days. But let me share with you a few instances of lovely, bright Americana sunshine that I experienced recently.

First, my husband and I were in a subdivision in Bowling Green waiting for some folks to get home. It was a little after 4:30 in the afternoon. While parked in the cul-de-sac facing the road, I noticed a car go by slowly with a young man driving.


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2026-05-24 17:52:18 | Comments | Printable version

Words of Wisdom for May 24, 2026

From Miss Donna Rieder
"God will put you back together right in front of the people who broke you."

Farm-fresh, free-range eggs just $4/dozen. Call 270-805-1527 to schedule a pickup.
Donna Rieder's Clifty Creek Farm is located at 3190 White Oak Church Rd, Russell Springs, KY (visitors by appointment only). You can reach Donna by email at cliftycreekkikos@aol.com, or on the Clifty Creek Farm Facebook page.


2026-05-24 17:45:56 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today

VBS coming up at Charity Baptist Church

From Janet Coffey

Charity Baptist Church Vacation Bible School will be held June 1-5, 2026 from 6:30pm-8:30pmCT. There will be lessons, crafts, food and games.

The church is located at 4072 Holmes Bend Road, Columbia, KY. Need a ride? Call 270.250.2554. Have questions? text/call 270.507.2659.


2026-05-24 17:09:26 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Church News

Kevin Lynn Lawless, 49, Russell County, KY

Kevin Lynn Lawless, of Russell Springs, passed away Thursday, May 21, 2026, at his residence. He was 49 years of age.

Born May 9, 1977, in Adair County, he was a former concrete and construction worker.


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2026-05-24 17:07:28 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Gary R. Terry, 83, Casey County, KY

Gary R. Terry, of Liberty, passed away on Friday, May 22, 2026, at his home. He was 83. Born on September 27, 1942, in Cincinnati, Ohio, he was the son of the late Arvil and Elizabeth Thomas Terry.

Gary was a retired Loan Officer at Casey County Bank where he worked for twenty-nine years. He was also an ambassador at McKinney-Brown Funeral Home for the past nine years. Gary enjoyed bass fishing and collecting CASE knives. He was a member of Westside Christian Church.


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2026-05-24 17:05:52 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Letter: 2015 article about Harveys Ridge by BJF

Suzi Gwinn writes:
George Harvey was my great grandfather. The article mentioned not knowing any other siblings but the three Harvey brothers George, Abner & Finis. I have a full family history if anyone is interested. I visited Columbia as a child for Harvey-Loy family reunions. Havent been back since 1990 I hope to visit soon!
Comments re: Kentucky Color - Colorful Gateway to Harvey's Ridge History


2026-05-24 11:24:43 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback

Letter: Remembering Lynn Franklin

Ann Pearson writes:
Such an amazing man, he will be sorely missed.
Comments re: Lynn Franklin, 53, Columbia, KY (1972-2026)


2026-05-24 11:11:13 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback

Baseball and Softball in regional play Monday

By Trey Stephens, Staff Writer

Regional draws have been announced for baseball and softball:

  • Adair County Baseball will face Nelson County (20-13) at 10amCT on Monday, May 25, 2026, at Lindsey Wilson University's Egnew Park, Lindsey Wilson Sports Complex, 928 Russell Road, Columbia, KY.

  • Adair County Softball will face LaRue County (25-10), at 11amCT, also on Monday, May 25, 2026, at LaRue County High School.


2026-05-24 11:05:27 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports


Birthdays and Anniversaries for May 24
Happy Anniversary, Brian and Tiffani Campbell (2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Chris and Rita Bragg (1997) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Dennis and Lisa Loy | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Randall Brian and Tiffani Campbell (2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Alley Brook Crawhorn (2004) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Brian Reed Campbell | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Brooklyn Bardin (1997) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Bryce Farris (2009) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Carroll Wheatley Powell | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Chris Coffey | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Debbie Moore Burris | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Dr. Edward "Doc" Grant | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Faylene (Fay) Spencer | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Harold Burton | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, John Pendleton | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Mike Tiller | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Pam Shearer | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Roy Dean (1957) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Ruth Melson | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Blue B. Lynch, Liberty, KY (1927-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ersie Pearl Beasley Delk, formerly of Russell Co., KY (1928) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bro. Jack Davidson, Russell County, KY (1932) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Marie B. Sullivan, Cumberland Co., KY native (1921) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Fay Touchstone Pope, Taylor Co., KY (1936) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Anna Beth Branstetter, Metcalfe Co., KY (1976) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Alma McCool, Burkesville, KY (1927-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Loeta Myers, Adair County, KY (1924-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ida Mae "Charlie" Smith, Russell Co., KY (1937-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Glenna Nadine Keltner, Adair Co., KY, Metcalfe Co., KY native (1920-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Kenneth Parker Ewing, Taylor County, KY (1935-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Richard Thomas Billingsley, Monroe Co., KY (1944-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Dorothy D. Judd, Taylor County, KY (1931-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Billy Jack Conner, Russell Co., KY (1933-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Diana Tucker Salmon, 75, Taylor Co., KY (1942-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lilburn (Dwight) Wilcher, Casey County, KY (1938-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Margarita Wheeler Thomas, Estill Co., KY (1941-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Tom Brock, 62, Milltown, Adair County, KY (1955-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Dr. Edward W. (Doc) Grant, 91, Adair Co. native (1934-2026) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Gloria (Jean) Karr, 89, Campbellsville, KY (1932-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Helen F. Newton Vaughn, 87, Campbellsville, KY (1933-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, James Michael White, 65, Edmonton, KY (1957-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, John A. Fisher, 56, Russell Springs, KY (1964-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Kermit Eugene (Cub) Hadley, 73, Adair County, KY (1947-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Margie Gale Bradshaw, 59, Columbia, KY (1963-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mary Ruth Miller, 68, Greensburg, KY (1954-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mary Ruth Stone, 86, Adair Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Nadine Scott, 86, Columbia, KY (1939-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Phyllis Reeves Smith, 83, Columbia, KY (1939-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Terry W. Petty, 60, Adair Co., KY native (1965-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, William Addis Abrell, 73, Adair Co., KY (1948-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)

Events scheduled for Sunday, May 24, 2026
All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
10:00amCTJones Chapel Cemetery Memorial Day service | (ID:70641, Comment)
NoonCTSoftball: Adair Co. at Larue Co. | (ID:70692, Comment)
2:00pmCTMemorial Day Program at VFW 6097 | (ID:70687, Comment)
6:00pmCTRevival at Whites Chapel Separate Baptist Church | (ID:70669, Comment)
Special singing at Cane Valley Baptist Church: Faithful Friends | (ID:70672, Comment)

 






























 
 
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