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Daily News for Monday, December 1, 2025
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Hazardous conditions expected, drive with care By Amber Hale, Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, District 8 Snow and ice teams are scheduled to report early Tuesday morning to begin monitoring and treating roadways as necessary. The National Weather Service in Louisville forecasts rain transitioning to snow overnight. Temperatures near freezing may create hazardous travel conditions. Motorists are reminded that bridges, overpasses, and low-lying areas freeze first, even when other sections of roadway remain clear. Drivers should slow down and remain alert for slick spots. Weather and travel conditions can change quickly during winter weather events. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-12-01 22:08:35 | Comments | Printable version
Jackie Bernard, 83, Russell Springs, KY Jackie F. Bernard, of Russell Springs, passed away on November 29, 2025. He was 83 years of age. Born on February 18, 1942, in Russell County, he was a son of the late Osborn and Marrene Pruitt Bernard. Jackie was a retired railroad maintenance worker for Amtrak. Jackie enjoyed hunting and fishing. He attended Bernard Ridge Church of God. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-12-01 22:00:55 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Adair Co. Hospital District will meet Dec 9 From Neal Gold, Chairman Adair County Hospital District Board of Trustees There will be a Special Called Meeting of the Adair County Hospital District Board of Trustees at 5:15pmCT on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, in the Adair County Chamber of Commerce Building, 201 Burkesville Street, Columbia, KY. Meeting Agenda: Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-12-01 20:32:53 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
Christmas gifts for needy children By Joyce M. Coomer Several charitable organizations have announced that they are collecting toys, coats and other items for needy children in the county. That is a very good thing, and I hope they are blessed with donations. However, I sincerely hope that what I saw happen a few years ago does not happen this year. A day or two after Christmas, I went to throw some food scraps in the dumpster and saw three large garbage bags on top, untied, so I looked into one of them and was not only shocked but heartbroken, for the bags were filled with new stuffed animals, tags still on them. Fortunately I knew someone who had a family member who ran a day care center and I let them know about the toys; they were delighted to get them. Please, please, please, please, please. If any charitable organizations receive more items than they need to fulfill the lists they have, donate them to other places. Daycare centers. Public schools. The library. Nursing homes; yes, nursing homes, for I'm sure there would be someone there who would enjoy having a teddy bear or a stuffed dog or cat. Police cars in case they have to transport children. J.O.Y. Ministries. Churches. Even the Judge's and Mayor's office, for someone there may know of a child who would enjoy a toy. I'm sure I've left out places where a new toy would be a blessing, so don't trash them, find a home for them. 2025-12-01 20:24:17 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Christmas
Richard E. Davis, 59, Louisville, KY (1966-2025) Richard Eugene Davis of Louisville passed away on Saturday, November 29, 2025, at his residence. He was 59 years old. He was born in Lebanon, KY on April 2, 1966, to the late William Dale "Pete" Davis and Mary Childers Davis of Columbia, Ky who survives. In honoring his wishes, cremation was chosen and there will be a celebration of life service at 6pmCT on Friday, December 5, 2025, at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home, 210 Greensburg St., Columbia, KY. A memorial visitation will be held from 2pmCT to 6pmCT on Friday, December 5, 2025, at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-12-01 16:36:38 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Silent City 2025: Sallie Baker Ernestine Smith Bennett represented the Daughters of the American Revolution by representing Miss Sallie Baker, first regent of the Jane Lampton Chapter, for Silent City 2025 in the Columbia Cemetery. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-12-01 13:31:14 | Comments | Printable version
Christmas Tree Decorating begins in earnest on Dec 1 From Mike Watson Businesses, organizations, groups, and more are invited to Decorate a Tree at the Research Center this season. Come into the Genealogy & History Research Center from Monday, December 1, 2025, through Saturday, December 6, 2025, to decorate trees representing your group. Adair Arts Council will be here Monday to decorate their tree. Since they won the contest last year, their tree will not be in competition. Others will follow! We have ten trees coming and room for more, so come on folks! Decorate your tree to represent your group or business. Trees must not be over four feet high, and may be lighted with battery operated lights, as outlets aren't located in the display areas. Enjoy the fun of the holiday! Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-12-01 13:22:41 | Comments | Printable version
Christmas at the Trabue-Russell House on Dec 6 From Mary Anne Loy Santa will be visiting the Trabue-Russell House from 11amCT to 1pmCT on Saturday, December 6, 2025. Bring your Wish List to share with Santa, and tell him about your year! Bobby Lee will also be playing holiday music on the piano, and sweet and savory holiday treats will be served. The house will be filled with holiday decorations and vintage toys you may recognize. Something fun for all ages, and a wonderful way to kick off your Christmas season. The historic Trabue-Russell House is located at 201 Jamestown Street, Columbia, KY. P.S. Santa said to be sure and bring your camera for those magical Christmas pictures! 2025-12-01 13:18:09 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Christmas
Parade prizes listed for Saturday in Columbia By Ellen Zornes, Executive Director, Columbia Adair Chamber of Commerce The Columbia Christmas Parade is almost here...Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 5:pmCT. The theme is 'The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year!' This year's judged floats and non-floats have cash prizes of: First Place In County $300; Second Place $200; and Third Place $100. Out of county prizes: First Place Out of County $200; and Second Place $100. All Non-Floats First Place $100; Second Place $75; Third Place $50 There is no charge for registration but all participants, judged or not, must register with the Chamber of Commerce at 270-384-6020 or email at coladair@duo-county.com . 2025-12-01 11:40:04 | Comments | Printable version
Genealogical Society meeting Dec 1: Show and Tell From Mike Watson The December meeting of the Adair County Genealogical Society is still right on schedule for 5pmCT tonight, Monday, December 1, 2025, at the Research Center. Any precipitation [a trace to 74 inches] is not slated to begin until later tonight! This is our Show-&-Tell and Christmas Social...you may bring an item to exhibit and tell about...doesn't have to be old, or family related, but that is a bonus, of course. We will have refreshments, and everyone is invited to join us. The Adair County Genealogy & History Research Center is located at 307 Greensburg Street, Columbia, KY. For more information, email adairgenealogy@gmail.com or call 270.380.1024. 2025-12-01 10:54:40 | Comments | Printable version
ASCO: Reports of counterfeit bills From Sheriff Gary Roy Adair County Sheriff's Office Adair County businesses and citizens need to be aware that the Adair County Sheriff's Office has had two complaints from individuals that they have received counterfeit money. The denominations so far have been a twenty dollar bill and a five dollar bill. Businesses and individuals are advised to check all cash closely. If you feel you have gotten a counterfeit bill, contact your local authorities or your local bank. 2025-12-01 10:51:05 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Basketball: Indians open season Dec 1 against Elizabethtown By Trey Stephens, Staff Writer Ladies and Gentlemen, the wait is over, Indians basketball is back! The Tribe will open the 2025-2026 season at 7pmCT on Monday, December 1, 2025, against the Elizabethtown Panthers in John Burr Memorial Gymnasium, 526 Indian Drive, Columbia, KY. Tickets are available at hometownticketing.com. The Panthers come off a 7-21 season last year that saw them go down in the opening round of the 17th District Tournament. The Tribe met with Etown in the season opener last year on the road, and were able to pull out a tough 79-72 win. However, both the Indians and Panthers will be very different teams than they were last season. Elizabethtown lost 74% of their scoring from last season to graduation, while Adair County also saw the majority of their production graduate. With this in mind, both teams will be looking for new scorers to lead the way throughout the coming season. A couple of key Indians players are also up in air for playing on Monday. Senior Dawson Gilbert is day to day with an injury, and transfer Landon Blakey is still pending eligibility. Whoever is or isn't on the field, the Indians could certainly be boosted by a great home court environment, so, if you can, get to the Burr and be loud on Monday! 2025-12-01 09:16:42 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports Birthdays and Anniversaries for December 1 Happy Birthday, Bryan Burress (1969) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Darrell Curry (1962) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jadelyn Taryn Waggener (2006) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jonathan Dwain Feese (2004) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Kathy Hadley | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Kathy Jones | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Louise Judd Merrell (1943) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, MacKenzie Grace Piercy (2008) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Phillip Edwin Grider | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Sammy Hitch | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Sharalene Garrrett | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Sierra Dalyn Rooks (1994) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sherry Lynn Cox, 58, Campbellsville, KY (1960-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Doris Jean Hadley, Taylor County, KY (1935-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Michael Stephen Dunlap, Campbellsville, KY (1955-2020) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William B. Montgomery, Stanford, KY (1947) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Robert (Bob) Sallee, Taylor Co., KY (1917) | (Updates/Corrections) in Memory Birthday, Dorothy Morris, Liberty, KY (1931) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Gaines "Jim" Hodges, Cumberland Co., KY (1927) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, John (Billy) Whitlock, Adair Co. native (1933) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Ruby Arlene Gardner Wright, Green Co., KY (1929) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ricky Burton, Columbia, KY (1960) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Elizabeth "Beth" Russell, Taylor Co., KY (1919) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dr. Sarah Brooke Hart, Jamestown, KY (1980) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Doris Noel, Adair County, KY, native (1933) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Ruth Humphrey, 83, Burkesville, KY (1929) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ralph J. Cole, 90, Cumberland County, KY (1923-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Vernice A. Wisdom, 86, Russell Co., KY (1928-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Zannie Mae Burton Estes, Green Co., KY, Adair Co. KY native (1923-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Wanda Elavee Sells Wright, Cumberland Co., KY (1942-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Randall Jason Morgan, Sr., 69, Green Co., KY (1946-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ruby Carol Leigh, 70, Danville, KY (1946-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Paul Arthur Litteral, 54, Adair Co., KY (1962-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ronald Wilson, 75, Russell County, KY (1941-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jonny Davis, 84, Russell County, KY/Perry County, KY native (1932-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Alice Fay Catlett, 68, Adair Co. KY native Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Anna Regina Fudge, 90, Columbia, KY (1930-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Barbara Jackson, 84, Russell Springs, KY (1938-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Daisy Dimple Cheatham Powell (1915-1992) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, David Lee Hunter, 80, Gradyville, KY native (1944-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Geneva England, 75, Edmonton, KY (1945-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Janice G. Wilson, 82, Russell Springs, KY (1940-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jessie Douglas Clark, 81, Campbellsville, KY (1939-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Joe Russell Grant, 78, Columbia, KY (1943-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Judith (Judy) Sexton, 71, Adair Co., KY (1944-2016) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lewis Jessee, 54, Adair Co., KY (1960-2015) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Patricia Anne Montgomery, Taylor County, KY (1985-2013) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Thomas Peyton (Tom) Chaney, 85, Horse Cave, KY (1937-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Verna Eudora Neagle, 93, Green Co., KY (1929-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Monday, December 1, 2025 All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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