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Daily News for Sunday, November 1, 2026
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Adair Marching Band crowned 2026 Class AAA State Champions An unforgettable season of championships, dedication, and community pride By Tony Streeval Some moments are worth every sacrifice, every long rehearsal, and every mile traveled. For the Adair County High School Marching Band, Saturday, October 31, 2026, was one of those unforgettable moments. The Adair County Marching Band is the 2026 KMEA Class AAA State Marching Band Champion! After months of preparation, countless hours of practice, and a season filled with outstanding accomplishments, approximately 60 dedicated students achieved what every competitive marching band dreams of -- bringing home a Kentucky State Championship. Performing their 2026 production, "Out of Your Shell," the band took the field at Western Kentucky University and added another state championship to Adair County's proud history of marching band excellence. But this championship represents much more than a trophy. It represents the hard work, sacrifices, determination, and heart of an incredible group of young people. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-11-01 20:40:11 | Comments | Printable version
KSP: Post 15 welcomes new troopers ready to protect and serve From Trooper Jonathan Houk Frankfort, KY - On Friday, October 30, 2026, the Kentucky State Police (KSP) honored 40 cadets graduating from Cadet Class 107 the KSP Training Academy, marking the start of their careers as state troopers serving communities across the commonwealth. The Cadet Class 107 graduates assigned to Post 15 - Columbia are:
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Bertha A. Goodin, 86, Columbia, KY (1940-2026) Bertha Ann Goodin of Columbia passed away on October 31, 2026, at Summit Manor Nursing Home. She was 86 years old. Funeral services will be held at 11amCT on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home, 210 Greensburg St., Columbia, KY, with Bro. Steve Martin and Bro. Clifton Bennett officiating. Burial will follow in the Beulah Chapel Cemetery. Visitation will be on Tuesday from 4pmCT until 8pmCT, and will continue Wednesday until time for the service at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-11-01 20:29:56 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Christopher A. Green, 61, Adair Co., KY (1965-2026) Christoper Allen Green was born on September 11, 1965, in Columbia, Kentucky. Chris departed after a several week hospitalizations in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on Thursday morning, October 29, 2026. He was 61 years old. Funeral services will be held at 11amCT on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home, 200 Campbellsville Street, Columbia, KY. Graveside services will be at the Freedom Separate Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation is requested from 4pmCT to 8pmCT on Monday, November 2, 2026, at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-11-01 20:24:09 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Candidate introductions 2026: Todd Davenport I am Todd Davenport, candidate for Adair County Judge Executive. As a lifelong citizen of Adair County I'm running because I love this community and believe in its future. This county has given me more than I can ever repay, and I want to continue serving the people. As your County Judge, my chief priorities will be: - Encouraging civility among elected officials - Providing full transparency in how our budget is managed - Supporting county employees with proper training & support - Cultivating a fiscal environment with an honest open door Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-11-01 14:12:06 | Comments | Printable version
KSP Post 15 to conduct traffic safety checkpoints COLUMBIA, Ky. (November 1, 2026) - Kentucky State Police Post 15 will be conducting periodic traffic safety checkpoints in the Post 15 area, which includes Green, Taylor, Marion, Washington, Russell, Casey, Adair, Metcalfe, Monroe, Clinton, and Cumberland counties. These checkpoints will be conducted as part of Post 15's highway safety efforts. Troopers will be checking for violations of Kentucky traffic and regulatory laws, including, but not limited to, motor vehicle equipment safety, driver licensing, motor vehicle registration, child restraints, and operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of intoxicants. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-11-01 10:01:58 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Freddy McGowan, 81, Russell County, KY (1945-2026) Freddy McGowan, age 81, of Russell Springs, passed away Friday, October 30, 2026. Born January 29, 1945, in Cincinnati, Ohio, Freddy was a son of the late Elvis and Susie Tucker McGowan. He was a retired dairy and tobacco farmer. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-11-01 08:39:29 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Irene Mann, 87, Russell County, KY (1938-2026) Irene R. Mann, 87, of Russell Springs, passed away Saturday, October 31st, at home. Irene was born in Albany, KY on November 8, 1938, a daughter of the late Allie (Poindexter) and Jessie Akin. She was a homemaker. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-11-01 08:37:57 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Congratulations AC Marching Band Champions! Parade to escort the busses back to Columbia is expected to be around 1pmCT as the winning band students return home! News is coming in and spreading on social media from last night's scores - The Adair County High School Marching Band is bringing home the Kentucky Marching Band 3A Championship!! Assistant Principal JR Thompson writes, "I had the privilege to attend my first State Band Competition this evening and man did Adair County shine - these kids did PHENOMENAL!! It was electrifying. I'm so proud of our band students and for the hard work they put into making it to the state championship round. They were incredible!! 2026-11-01 08:29:38 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education Birthdays and Anniversaries for November 1 Happy Anniversary Perry and Shirley Scott, Marrowbone, KY (1969) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, "Cotton" and Ann Smith (1985) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Frances and Daril Salyers | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Josh & Elisa Blakley (1999) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Randall and Jean Nelson | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Abe Cross | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, April Loy | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Camden James Burton (2005) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Cathy Lawless | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Charmaine Stewart | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Heather Rowe | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Kaili Adams | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Kobe Dale Johnson (2003) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, MacKenzie Hinkle (2004) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Shay England | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tedessa Thompson | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tiffany Glover | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Vickie Karnes (1974) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Zach Lynch | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lonnie Grant, Columbia, KY (1946-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Philip R. Holmes, Columbia, KY (1945-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lorena Glover Workman, Elk Horn, KY (1929-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Phyllis Loy (1949) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Helen McDermott Noel, Adair Co., KY (1925) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Samuel Otis Lee Phillips, Casey Co., KY, (1954) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Geraldine (Gerry) Hicks, Casey Co., KY (1940) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jerry W. Koger, Clinton Co., KY native, KY (1951) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bernadine Drake, Adair County, KY (1940) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, George Tuey, Russell Co., KY (1922-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James Wesley Wade, Summer Shade, KY (d. May 19, 2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jessie Phipps Karnes, Knifley, Adair Co. KY (1920-2013)> | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Arnold D. Burton, 73, Adair County, KY (1940-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lindsay Pennington-Akers, 31, Russell Co., KY (1982-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Frances Pruitt, Green County, KY (1941-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mabel Lucille Cox Newton, Taylor Co., KY (1932-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William Eugene Pedigo, 87, Summer Shade, KY (1928-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Randall (Shorty) Lee Walker, Beaumont, KY (1940-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rosie K. Bearden, 80, Columbia, KY (1936-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Troy Allen Kessinger, 61, Adair Co., KY/Oklahoma native (1955-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, David McFarland, 75, Russell County, KY (1942-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Clara Lee Raffety, Taylor County, KY (1922-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bell Holland, 75, Burkesville, KY (1945-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Betty Ray Lacy Swan, 75, native of Columbia, KY (1942-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Chloe Mae Taylor Carmicle, 6, Adair Co., KY (2018-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Daryl Dearen, Taylor Co., KY (1960 - 2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Donnie Odell Houk, 76, Greensburg, KY (1946-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dorothy Burton Gaskin, 71, Adair Co., KY native (1950-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Eleanor Louise Sharp, Greensburg, KY (1927-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Eulon Wells Wesley, 90, Glens Fork, KY, native (1924-2015) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jeanette S. Wilson, 76, Russell County, KY (1943-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jessie Elbert Hagan, 75, Columbia, KY (1945-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, John B. Zimnoski, 66, Knifley, KY (1958-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Louise Atwell, Green County, KY (1925-2006) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Lou Haley, Russell Springs, KY (1946-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Nancy Whitlow Thompson Sinclair, Green Co., KY (1947-2016) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Shelby Coffey, 74, Jamestown, KY (1948-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William D. (Bill) Roberts, 85, Edmonton, KY (1937-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William Garnett Bault, 89, Adair/Taylor Counties, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Sunday, November 1, 2026 All events are listed in Central Time. 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