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Daily News for Wednesday, January 14, 2026
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Whitehurst Diaries: Squirrels and such By Sharon Whitehurst Seen/Unseen - They are seldom very far away. 'They' being the squirrels, wild turkeys, deer, the great blue herons, even the elusive foxes. There are birds who swoop through the dooryard, landing in the hybrid magnolias, [juncos, sparrows, nuthatches] others who come in groups to peck at the gravel beyond the front steps; a small 'murder' of crows strut up and down the drive, stride into the garden plot to pluck at the short spears of winter wheat providing a cover crop. Bluebirds sway on the power lines, fall down the chimney in springtime, bash at their reflections in windows and car mirrors. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-01-14 22:55:08 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sharon Whitehurst - Whitehurst Diaries
Bernita Rochelle Murphy, 87, Casey County, KY Bernita Rochelle Murphy, of Liberty, passed away on Sunday, January 11, 2026, at Casey County Hospital. She was 87. Born on May 9, 1938, in Taylor County, Kentucky, she was a daughter of the late Roy and Bessie Bowles Rash. Bernita formerly worked as a housekeeper, Childcare Director at Nanny's Daycare, and in the floral department at Food World. She loved all children, especially babies. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-01-14 21:23:11 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Russell Co. Residents are Student Leaders at LWU By Duane Bonifer Four Russell County residents have leadership positions this school year at Lindsey Wilson University:
2026-01-14 21:01:20 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Lindsey Wilson University
Letter: Talking to the tower George Kolbenschlag writes: Absolutely amazing photo of the geese! How did you get them to perform in such perfect union? Both with flaps and wheels down, obviously talking with the tower and one another. Beautiful!George, Thanks much for the kind words! - Pen Comments re: Birds of Kentucky: Canada Geese 2026-01-14 20:41:18 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
Jane Lampton Chapter NSDAR joins in America250! Celebration By Mike Watson Valerie Jane Murrell Adams became the first person to sign her application for membership into the Jane Lampton Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution, for our Nation's 250th Anniversary celebration. Mrs. Adams signed on January 12, 2026, documenting her ancestor, John Tupman, of Virginia, who was a sailing master during the American Revolution and continued in that occupation as Captain of a ship during the years that followed. He, his crew and ship were lost at sea in 1797. A land grant, based upon his service, was later located in Adair County, and his two children: William Tupman, born 1790, and Nancy, born 1788, who married Benjamin Settles, migrated and settled in Adair County and, thus, founded the Tupman family in Kentucky. Who will be next to sign in support of their Revolutionary War veteran or patriot in the America250 challenge? Contact Annita Dial at the Adair Genealogy & History Research Center, 270.380.1024, to proceed in this noble quest. 2026-01-14 20:33:53 | Comments | Printable version
Wanda Joyce Lewis, 83, Taylor County, KY Wanda Joyce Lewis of Campbellsville, daughter of the late Charlie Matt Thompson and Edna Marie Skaggs Thompson, was born December 4, 1942 in Taylor County, Kentucky. She died at 9:28 A.M., Monday, January 12, 2026 in Campbellsville. Age: 83 She had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of Mt. Washington Baptist Church. Wanda was an employee of Fruit of the Loom in Campbellsville for several years. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-01-14 19:52:06 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Helen Cape Meece, 78, Adair Co., KY native (1947-2026) Helen Bernice (Bunch) Cape Meece of Somerset passed away on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at the Jean Waddle Care Center in Somerset, KY. She was 78 years old. She was born on August 16, 1947, in Glens Fork, KY to the late Rufus and Hazel Gifford Bunch. Funeral services will be held at 2pmCT on Friday, January 16, 2026, at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home, 210 Greensburg St., Columbia, KY, with Bro. David Paddock officiating. Burial will follow in the Haven Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be on Friday after 9amCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-01-14 15:38:08 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
CPD: Columbia Man arrested for DUI and other charges The Columbia Police Department arrested a Columbia man early Tuesday morning following a traffic stop that led to multiple criminal charges, including DUI and wanton endangerment. On Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at approximately 12:47amCT, Columbia Police officers conducting active patrol observed a vehicle traveling on Burkesville Road exhibiting indicators consistent with impaired driving. Officers initiated a traffic stop. Following a roadside investigation, the driver was charged with multiple offenses. A 5-year-old child passenger was also in the vehicle and was not properly restrained. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-01-14 15:35:10 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
KSP: Deadly shooting incident in Adair Co. From Trooper Jonathan Houk Kentucky State Police (KSP) Post 15 is investigating a deadly shooting that occurred Tuesday afternoon, January 13, 2026, in Adair County. On January 13, at 3:02pmCT, KSP Post 15 Troopers responded along with the Adair County Sheriff's Office to a reported shooting incident. Troopers and Detectives arrived at a residence on KY 55 South and found Jordan Hadley, 33, of Columbia, seriously injured from an apparent gunshot wound. Jordan was transported to the TJ Sampson Hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased by the Adair County Coroner. The preliminary investigation revealed that Jordan Hadley and his father, Phillip Bruce Hadley, were involved in a heated altercation. During the course of the incident, Phillip drew a handgun from his waist and discharged it, striking Jordan and causing fatal injuries. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-01-14 09:18:08 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
First KY Virtual Job Fair of 2026 is Jan 21 From James Hensley Kentucky Department of Veterans Affairs The first Commonwealth of Kentucky Virtual Job Fair of the year is scheduled for 9amCT to NoonCT on Wednesday, January 21, 2026. This event is completely free for both employers and job candidates/seekers, providing an excellent opportunity to connect and explore career opportunities. Interested candidates and businesses can register with one of the links below: The focus of January's Job Fair is Bourbon, EV Revolution and Tourism. All employers are welcome to participate, including those from the targeted industry. The first hour of the job fair is reserved for veterans and military families, and the remainder of the fair is open to all candidates. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-01-14 09:04:55 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Veterans and Veterans Day
Baseball: LWU releases 2026 schedule 2026 Baseball Schedule The Lindsey Wilson baseball season is only one month away, and as the schedule begins, 13 of the first 14 games of the year will be played at Egnew Park in Columbia. The first pitch of the season for the Blue Raiders is set for 3pmCT on Friday, February 6, 2026, when they host Indiana Columbus. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-01-14 08:48:46 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
Gibson and Reece are Student Leaders at LWU by Duane Bonifer Two Metcalfe County residents have leadership positions this school year at Lindsey Wilson University:
2026-01-14 08:35:30 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Lindsey Wilson University
County Offices will be closed on Monday From Bridget Compton Adair County Deputy Judge Executive, Road Administrative Assistant & Solid Waste Coordinator The Adair County Judge Executive's office, The Green River Animal Shelter, The Adair County Recycling Center, and the Adair County Road Department will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2026 to celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr., Day. Please have a safe and happy holiday. 2026-01-14 08:32:56 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
UK Basketball doesn't need a savior, Jasper Johnson will do By Ryan Hoots Sports Director, UntdWeStnd.com Unfortunate news came Monday night that Kentucky's Starting Point Guard, Jaland Lowe, will be sidelined for the remainder of this season due to a necessary procedure on the shoulder he injured earlier this year. Leaving much of the BBN asking, "Well, what now?" Well, hear me out....Jasper Johnson can absolutely be a viable option at Point Guard for Kentucky. Not as a savior for a National Championship. Just as a real, functional answer to what Kentucky actually needs from the position. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-01-14 08:30:47 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
Letter: Canada Geese Billy Joe Fudge writes: Looks like the flaps are at 20 degrees.Comments re: Birds of Kentucky: Canada Geese 2026-01-14 08:26:56 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback Birthdays and Anniversaries for January 14 Happy Anniversary, Austin and Linda Bragg (1967) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Amanda Abbott | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Brenda Clark (1944) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Cathy Burton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Drew Hodges | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Georgia Atwood (1955) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jacqueline Wheeler | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jessica Garmon | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Joyce Powell | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Mike Sexton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Nathan Hill | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Shahid Igbal | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Sherry Burton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tim Harmon | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, twins Chloe and Zoey Beard (2011) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Will Jenkins | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sherman Ray (Tack) Branham, Cumberland County, KY | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Zina H. Burton, Columbia, KY (1932-2020) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Josephine "Jo" Pearson Taylor Co., KY (1922) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Howard Alexander Miller, Green Co., KY (1938) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Anna E. Harmon, Adair Co., KY (1918) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Henry Parker Bailey, Adair Co., KY (1929) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Gary B. Lawless, Russell Springs, KY (1943) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jack E. Smith, Adair County, KY (1932) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Gladys Paxton, Adair County, KY (1932) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Grady D. Cope, Burkesville, KY (1938 | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lois Wilson, 97, formerly of Windsor community (1916 | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Eugene Hadley, 79, Russell County, KY (1934-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rosemary Agnes Moore, Russell County, KY (1933-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kristina Nicole Cox, Russell County, KY (1986-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ella Fern Grider, 74, Russell Co., KY (1941-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Harry Loyd Stinson, Casey Co., KY (1925-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jack Langham, 90, Liberty, KY (1926-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William Sandy Farlee, 68, Burkesville, KY (1949-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James Arthur Gumm, 73, Metcalfe County, KY (1944-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Danny Lawless, 74, Jamestown, KY (1943-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Victoria Gay (Vickie) Strader, Taylor County, KY (1961-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dorlis Mae Edwards White, Metcalfe County, KY (1943-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Betty Jane Tungate, 83, Campbellsville, KY (1939-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Cheryl Ann Stotts, 64, Columbia, KY (1958-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, David G. O'Banion, 80, Campbellsville, KY (1941-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Debra Kay (Debbie) Hadley, 60, Russell Springs, KY (1962-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Glen Dale Burton, 78, Columbia, KY (1947-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Joshua Doyle Simpson, Sr., 37, Campbellsville, KY (1985-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Michelle Finn, 58, Campbellsville, KY (1965-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sandi Durham, Hustonville, KY (1957-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Tommy Hunt, 76, Campbellsville, KY (1944-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William Thomas (Tommy) Winfrey, 89, Adair Co., KY (1933-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Wednesday, January 14, 2026 All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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