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Daily News for Friday, February 13, 2026
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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! 2026-02-13 21:56:04 | Comments | Printable version
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. 2026-02-13 21:55:27 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
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. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-02-13 14:07:30 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Farm and Garden
Carol Perkins: Austin, Texas (Part 2) Previous Column: Austin bound By Carol Perkins We are dead tired and in bed by nine o'clock in our hotel room in Austin. In the early morning hours, I went to the bathroom, and when I rounded the corner of the bed on the way back, my leg scraped against something that sent blood spewing across my leg. Under a bed skirt, a metal bed slat stuck out about four inches. My leg found it, and the skin peeled back into a triangle. I moaned, and Guy sat straight up. He was insisting I go to an ER, and I was insisting I wasn't going anywhere at that hour. He found two wide bandages in his kit, and when I couldn't see the blood any longer, I went back to bed. "I'll deal with this in the morning," I said as my leg throbbed and I propped it on a pillow. I was smart enough in my haze to take a couple of pictures. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-02-13 14:03:38 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Carol Perkins
Basketball: Lady Indians at Russell County preview By Trey Stephens, Staff Writer On Friday, February 13, 2026, the Adair County Lady Indians Varsity Basketball team is back on the court as they go on the road to face the Russell County Lady Lakers (14-11). Adair County comes off a 73-67 win over Edmonson County on Tuesday, while Russell County comes off a 56-44 road win over Clinton County, also on Tuesday. The two teams feature have mutual opponents, and both have had very similar results against those opponents, with just one exception. Russell County defeated Wayne County 49-46 at home while Adair County fell to Wayne County 51-54 on the road. The names to watch from the Lady Lakers are senior Aniyah Coffey and sophomore Addy Abrell, who are averaging 16.7 and 12.3 points per game respectively. Coffey is also the team's leading rebounder, averaging just over seven rebounds a game. The Tribe have just four regular season games left on the schedule after this one, and just one more road trip. So, make the trip and support Adair County in the doubleheader while you still can. Tip off is scheduled for 5:30pmCT on Friday, February 13, 2026, at Russell County High School, 2166 US-127, Russell Springs, KY. 2026-02-13 10:48:30 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
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. 2026-02-13 10:46:07 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
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. 2026-02-13 10:40:40 | Comments | Printable version
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. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-02-13 09:34:58 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
Barney Joe Shuffett, 71, Green County, KY Barney Joe Shuffett of Greensburg, Kentucky, son of the late Joseph Eugene Shuffett and Wanda Mae Coffey Shuffett, was born on Monday, August 16, 1954 in Green County and departed this life on Wednesday, February 11, 2026 while farming in Adair County. He was 71 years, 5 months, and 26 days of age. He had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of Liberty Separate Baptist Church where he served faithfully. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-02-13 09:31:41 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Bobby Hoskins, Jr., 57, Russell Springs, KY Bobby Hoskins, Jr., of Russell Springs, passed away on Friday, February 6, 2026, in Burnside, Kentucky. He was 57 years of age. Born November 5, 1968, in Hyden, Kentucky, he was the son of Sarah York Patterson Howson and the late Bobby Junior Hoskins. Bobby was a mechanic and a talented artist. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-02-13 09:30:17 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
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!] 2026-02-13 09:07:59 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Robert Ellis
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. 2026-02-13 08:40:56 | Comments | Printable version | 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. 2026-02-13 08:39:34 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
Gerald P. (Hootie) Campbell, 69, Salem, IL (1956-2026) Gerald Page Campbell, affectionately known as "Hootie", of Salem, passed away on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at SSM Good Samaritan Hospital in Mt. Vernon, Illinois, surrounded by his family. He was 69 years old. Gerald was born on May 27, 1956, in Louisville, Kentucky, the son of Bobby P. and Faye (Sparks) Campbell both natives of Adair County. Funeral services for Gerald Campbell will be held at 1pmCT on Saturday, February 14, 2026, at Crouse Funeral Home 403 S. Broadway, Salem, IL, with Roger Lipe officiating. Burial will follow at Paradise Cemetery in Salem. There will be a time of visitation from 11amCT until the time of the service. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-02-13 08:32:27 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries 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) 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) Events scheduled for Friday, February 13, 2026 All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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