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Wednesday, September 9, 2026
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Middle School Indians defeat Casey County 30-12

By Kelly Wooley, The Adair Progress

The Adair County Middle School football team continues to make a statement this season, improving to an impressive 4-0 record with a 30-12 victory over Casey County last week.

The Indians have been turning heads all season, and this latest victory is another example of just how special this team has become.


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2026-09-09 22:50:38 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports

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Clara West, 82, Columbia, KY (1944-2026)



2026-09-09 - Columbia, KY - Photo courtesy Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home.
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Preorder now for Food Pantry 2026 Baked Potato Fundraiser

From Michele Fruth, Director
Adair County Food Pantry

The Adair Co Food Pantry is having a Baked Potato fundraiser from 10:30amCT until supplies run out on Friday, October 2, 2026, at 203 S. Monroe Street, Columbia, KY. The fundraiser can't accomodate special orders, but local delivery of 5 or more orders in Columbia will be offered.

You don't want to miss out, so pre-ordering by Monday, September 28, 2026, is highly recommended. To place your order:
  • Call or text Michele at 270-250-5432
  • Call or text Paul at 270-784-7421
  • Call Richard at 270-378-1162
Enjoy one of Famous Chef Joe Barbee's fully loaded baked potatoes with butter, sour cream, cheddar cheese and BBQ, and your choice of Coke, Sprite, Diet Pepsi, or Water, all for just $10.00. (Additional donations welcomed for this great cause.)


2026-09-09 15:22:45 | Comments | Printable version

Homecoming Services at New Hope Separate Baptist Church

From Rita Neat

New Hope Separate Baptist Church will be having their Homecoming Services this Sunday, September 13, 2026. Sunday School will start at 9:30amCT, Singing by Jimmy Rogers at 10amCT, and preaching by Bro Casey Davis at 11amCT. Lunch will follow in the fellowship hall. Everyone is invited to attend!

New Hope Separate Baptist Church located approximately 12 miles up Hwy 206, at New Hope 10706 Liberty Road, Columbia, KY. Bro Casey Davis, Pastor.


2026-09-09 15:16:31 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Church News

Giles Foundation Benefit Ride is Sept 19

The Caretakers Riding Club will hold their Annual Benefit Ride for the Janice Holt Giles Foundation at 10amCT on Saturday, September 19, 2026, at the Historic Janice Holt Giles House, 380 Spout Springs Road, Knifley, KY.

Registration will begin at 9amCT, with Kickstands up at 10amCT. Bikes are $20 plus passenger $25, 50/50 Tickets will be offered, and there will be a meal after the ride. All proceeds go to the Giles Foundation. Contact Keysha Tucker at 270-849-8803 or Mike Berry at 270-634-3405 for more information.


2026-09-09 15:13:20 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Janice Holt Giles

Red Cross Blood Drive at CU on Sept 18


Note: There will also be a KBC Blood Drive in Columbia on September 16.

There will be a Red Cross Blood Drive from 8:30amCT to 2:30pmCT on Friday, September 18, 2026, at Campbellsville University, 1 University Dr, Campbellsville, KY.

To make an appointment, visit redcrossblood.org. From September 21-October 18, 2026, successful blood donations will get a $15 e-gift card to a merchant of your choice, while supplies last.


2026-09-09 15:09:17 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Health Care

Clara A. West, 82, Columbia, KY (1944-2026)

Clara Amelia West of Columbia passed away on Saturday, September 5, 2026, at her residence. She was 82 years old.

Ms. West chose cremation and no services are scheduled at this time.


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2026-09-09 15:02:40 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Albert F. Miarka, Jr., 69, Columbia, KY (1957-2026)

Albert Francis Miarka, Jr., of Columbia passed away on Monday September 7, 2026, at his residence. He was 69 years old.

Mr. Miarka chose cremation and no services are scheduled at this time.


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2026-09-09 14:58:06 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Words of Wisdom for September 9, 2026

From Miss Donna Rieder
It's important to realize that you are living inside one of your answered prayers while you wait for your next one. There's always a place for gratitude.

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.


2026-09-09 14:53:32 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today

Sen. Wise recognized with 2026 Kentucky Chamber MVP Award

From Amanda Kelly, MBA
Director of Communications, Kentucky Chamber of Commerce

Frankfort, KY - Senate Majority Floor Leader Max Wise was presented the Kentucky Chamber MVP Award by Kentucky Chamber President and CEO Ashli Watts during an event at Campbellsville University in recognition of his leadership during the 2026 Kentucky General Assembly.

Leader Wise was among a select group of legislators who went above and beyond to advance policies that strengthen Kentucky's economy, support employers, and improve the Commonwealth's competitiveness.

Recipients of the Kentucky Chamber MVP Award demonstrate exceptional leadership for Kentucky's business community by sponsoring or carrying Chamber priority legislation to final passage, leading on critical policy issues, or taking difficult votes in support of a stronger business climate.


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2026-09-09 14:46:50 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Politics

KY drivers encouraged to sign up for myDrive accounts

From Naitore Djigbenou/Allen Blair

Frankfort, KY - On September 9, 2026, Gov. Andy Beshear announced that more than 30,000 Kentuckians have completed creating a myDrive online account, unlocking convenient drivers licensing services that can save them time and trips to a driver licensing office.

"We've made improving licensing a priority so that Kentuckians are spending less time waiting in line and more time getting where they need to go," said Gov. Beshear. "By completing their myDrive registration, Kentuckians can save themselves trips to the licensing office and we can continue to see those average wait times drop even further."

Team Kentucky encourages all drivers to sign up or complete account verification to access eligible online services, like changing an address, replacing an ID or renewing a license.

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet's (KYTC) new, modernized driver licensing system, Kentucky Information Network for Driver Licensing, replaced the state's 40-year-old backend system in June and expanded online service options available to Kentuckians at myDrive.ky.gov.


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2026-09-09 14:44:19 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Kentucky

25th Anniversary Patriot Day Remembrance Ceremony

From James Hensley

Frankfort, KY - Join the Kentucky Department of Veterans Affairs on Friday September 11, 2026 at Kentucky Veterans Cemetery Central for our Patriot Day Remembrance Ceremony. KVCC is the site of the 9/11 Memorial for the state of Kentucky. The ceremony will start sharply at 8:15amET, so please arrive early.

This is the 25th Anniversary of September 11th (Patriot Day). A quarter of a century may have passed, but we will never forget the lives lost in the attacks that day, and the sacrifices of first responders and citizens who performed acts of heroism.


2026-09-09 14:40:49 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Veterans and Veterans Day

Fall Revival at New Hope Separate Baptist Church

From Rita Neat

New Hope Separate Baptist Church will be having their Fall Revival starting at 6:30pmCT on Monday night, September 14, 2026. Bro Doug Baldwin will be the evangelist.

New Hope Separate Baptist Church located approximately 12 miles up Hwy 206, at New Hope 10706 Liberty Road, Columbia, KY. Bro Casey Davis, Pastor.


2026-09-09 14:38:15 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Church News

Columbia Police Department utilizes Axon VR training technology

The Columbia Police Department is proud to announce the implementation of Axon Virtual Reality (VR) Training technology, providing officers with realistic, immersive scenarios designed to enhance decision-making, communication, de-escalation, crisis intervention, and overall officer preparedness.

On September 8, 2026, an Axon Global Training Master Instructor conducted an eight-hour training course at the Columbia Police Department on the Axon VR Training Headset.

Axon VR allows officers to safely practice responding to high-stress situations while also experiencing scenarios from the perspective of community members, helping strengthen communication, empathy, and understanding.

"Training is one of the most important investments we can make in our officers and our community. Axon VR provides our officers with realistic training that strengthens critical thinking, communication, and de-escalation skills while better preparing them for the challenges they may face," says Chief of Police Evan Burton.

The Columbia Police Department remains committed to utilizing modern technology and innovative training methods to provide professional, accountable, and community-focused law enforcement services.


2026-09-09 14:35:38 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports


Birthdays and Anniversaries for September 9
Happy Anniversary, Edward & Linda Kessler | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Keven & Rita Spires (1977) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Levi & Sasha Abbott (2006) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Mark & Carla Baker (1995) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Alice Stephens | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Carolyn Loy Hale | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Chris Wall | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Danny Forbis | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Donnetta Tungate | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Gracie Gail Burton (2010) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Hilda Jenkins | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Janet Loy Parrish | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Kristeena Breeding | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Krystal Cundiff | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Lane Douglas Barnes (1943) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Sherry Gabehart | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memoriam, James Clyde Page, Metcalfe Co., KY (1947-2009) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday Matthew Joe Cornelison, infant, Adair Co., KY (2009) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Faye Kassem Rowe (1918) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Denzil R. Stephens, 80, Yosemite, KY (1938-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Melinda Gale Milby Hall, Greensburg, KY (1955-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Roberta Jones Lile, Green Co, KY (1936-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Felisha Anne Burton, Adair County, KY (1993-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Wilma Hill, Russell County, KY (1939-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Barbara W. Sneed, Adair Co., KY (1943-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jo Ann Caffee, formerly of Taylor Co., KY (1930-2009) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bessie Kerr McElroy, Adair Co., KY, native (1920-2010) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jacob (Bacon) McGowan, Russell Co., KY (1991) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Anna Calhoun Stearman, Green Co., KY (1920) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Nettie Hill, Russell Springs, KY (1919) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Randall W. Buckner, Taylor Co., KY (1941) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Faye K. Rowe, Adair Co., KY (1918) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Gertrude Vance, Green County, KY (1916-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Norma Cahill Harvey, Adair Co., KY (1940-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Willie Jackson (Bub) Crawley, Cumberland Co., KY (1936-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Junior (J.R. A. Bagby), Campbellsville, KY (1928-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Linda Kay Perkins Brown, Cumberland Co., KY (1964-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mr. Amol Allen (Babe) Patterson, Green Co., KY (1934-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Thracy Davis Hall, Green Co., KY (1941-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Quinton Brockman, Taylor Co., Casey native (1936-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Eva Lee Baker, Adair County, KY (1930-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Evey Burris, Campbellsville, KY (1923-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ansel Lee Roy, Russell Co., KY/Pulaski native (1925-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Melanie Lawson, Russell Springs (1962-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Audrey Montgomery Paxton, Green County, KY (1930-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bro. David Eugene Detty, Taylor County, KY (1952) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lela Mae Murphy Land, Casey County, KY (1925) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Linda Sue Staples, Russell County, KY (1974-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Royce C. Lawson, Casey County, KY (1966-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Rothydell (Sexton) Bragg, Prices Creek, Adair County, KY (1932-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Arvis Hindman Burton | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Cora 'Corky' Cook, 84, Adair County, KY native Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Danny Ray Forbis, 69, Taylor County, KY native (1950-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Dennis Graham Davis, 86, Campbellsville, KY (1936-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Donnie B. Farmer, 88, Campbellsville, KY (1933-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ed Bush, 83, Campbellsville, KY (1938-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Harry Allen Kimbler, 74, Jamestown, KY (1946-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jerry Loy, 83, Fairplay, KY (1939-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jessica June Raikes, 48, Greensburg, KY (1974-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lane Douglas Barnes, 77, Russell Springs, KY (1943-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Rachel Lee Wojtanowski, 39, Elizabethtown, KY (1983-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Rhonda Kaye Miller (1970-2000) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Sandra Green (1959) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Thomas A. Turner, 71, Adair County, KY (1948-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, William C. (Bill) Haskins, 91, Greensburg, KY (1931-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, William C. (Bill) Haskins, 91, Greensburg, KY (1931-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)

Events scheduled for Wednesday, September 9, 2026
All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
8:00amCTTemporary closure of KY619 Indian Cave Hill in Jamestown | (ID:71157, Comment)
10:00amCTRed Cross Blood Drive
Holloway Health & Wellness Center, 399 Williams St., Columbia, KY | (ID:71067, Comment)
10:45amCTLWU Fall Chapel: Marisa Ramsey | (ID:71103, Comment)
1:00pmCTServices for Sandra Lee Janes, 75, Columbia, KY (1951-2026) | (ID:71156, Comment)

 

































 
 
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