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Daily News for Monday, June 22, 2026
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Jane Clemens' story flows through Darlene Campbell This is the story of Columbia native Jane Lampton Clemens, mother of Mark Twain, researched and performed by Darlene Campbell at the Mark Twain Storytelling Festival on June 20, 2026. Darlene's words follow: When I was five years old with Christina, our house slave, how the knife got from the potato to my eye, I'll never know, but it happened, and I never could see well out of that eye again. However, as most people put glasses on to read, I have to take them off because my son, Samuel, whom you may or may not know, was afraid that I would forget what I was supposed to say in my old age. So he wrote me a letter reminding me, "Dear mother, you know how absent-minded you are. So I thought I should write you some reminders of the things that you need to say when you tell those people about your trip from Columbia, Kentucky to Hannibal, Missouri." And that's what I want to talk to you about today - how I came to be born in Columbia and ended up in Hannibal, Missouri. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-06-22 23:38:20 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Arts Scene
Doris Jean Arnold, 93, Taylor County, KY Doris Jean (Harden) Arnold, 93 years old, departed this life on June 19, 2026. Born May 5, 1933 in Yuma (Taylor County), KY, she was the daughter of Ed and Betty Jo Harden. December 26, 1950 she married former Navy airplane mechanic and farmer, Charles Wayne Arnold, of Knifley, KY. They were married 49 years before Charles preceded her in death in 1999. She professed faith in Jesus Christ and was a committed Christian servant and faithful worshiper. She loved her husband, her children, her home and farm, which she moved onto with Charles in 1953. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-06-22 23:32:36 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Storytellers brought history to life at first ever MTS Festival By Duane Bonifer Area residents had the rare opportunity to hear from a Revolutionary War hero, a medical pioneer and one of the greatest American authors on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at the inaugural Mark Twain Storytelling Festival. Held at Lindsey Wilson University, the event featured seven speakers who celebrated the art of storytelling, local history and Mark Twain's ancestral ties to Columbia. Twain was born in 1835 in Missouri as Samuel Langhorne Clemens, but his mother, Jane Lampton Clemens, was born on June 18, 1803, in Columbia. She married John Marshall Clemens in May 1823 in Columbia. The couple moved to Tennessee before settling in Missouri in 1835. The Mark Twain Storytelling Festival was the brainchild of students in Lindsey Wilson theatre professor Robert Brock's arts administration class, who presented their idea for an annual cultural event for Columbia-Adair County to Columbia Mayor Pamela Hoots. 2026-06-22 18:45:44 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Lindsey Wilson University
KY Afield Video: June 20, 2026 Full Show On this week's episode of Kentucky Afield: headed out on the Cumberland River, catching bait and searching for big striped bass! Then, checking in with biologists to see where those stripers come from. Finally, wrapping it all up by heading out on Dale Hollow at night to beat the heat and fish for smallmouth! 2026-06-22 18:37:15 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Ky Afield Outdoors
Agenda for June 23 Fiscal Court meeting From Bridget Compton Adair County Deputy Judge Executive, Road Administrative Assistant & Solid Waste Coordinator The Adair County Fiscal Court will meet in regular session at 4:30pmCT on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, in the basement of the Adair County Annex basement located at 424 Public Square, Columbia, KY. The public is invited to attend. Meeting Agenda: Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-06-22 18:30:16 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
Tourism to hold special called meeting Thursday From Paige Nickel, Adair County Executive Director of Tourism The Adair County Tourism Commission will hold a special called meeting on Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 12noonCT. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss Kentucky State Matching Funds. Meetings are held at the Adair County Welcome & Development Center, located at 201 Burkesville Street, Columbia, Kentucky. 2026-06-22 14:35:26 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
ACES SBDM Council to meet June 23 From M. Jordan Williams, Principal Adair County Elementary School Adair County Elementary School's School-Based Decision Making Council will hold a Special Called* Meeting at 3:30pmCT on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, in the Library at Adair County Elementary School, 870 Indian Dr, Columbia, KY. (*Due to Cancellation of Regular Meeting) Meeting Agenda: Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-06-22 13:48:53 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
Wayne R. Werth, 56, Breeding, KY (1969-2026) Wayne Russell Werth of Breeding passed away on Friday, June 19, 2026, from injuries sustained in an auto accident. He was 56 years old. In honoring Mr. Werth's wishes, cremation was chosen, and no services are scheduled at this time. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-06-22 13:39:35 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
ACHS SBDM Council to meet June 25 From Chad A. Parnell, Principal Adair County High School The ACHS SBDM Council will have its regularly scheduled monthly meeting at 4pmCT/5pmET on Thursday, June 25, 2026, in the ACHS Library, 526 Indian Drive, Columbia, KY. 2026-06-22 13:36:06 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
Tips for self care may help with depression This was shared by a trusted friend on social media. An internet check has it coming in pieces from multiple sources. It's shared here as it sounds like pretty good common sense self care. -- LW Shower. Not a bath, a shower. Use water as hot or cold as you like. You don't even need to wash. Just get in under the water and let it run over you for a while. Sit on the floor if you need to. Moisturize everything. Use whatever lotion you like. Unscented? Dollar store lotion? Fancy 48 hour lotion that makes you smell like a field of wildflowers? Use whatever you want, and use it all over your entire skin. Put on clean, comfortable clothes. Put on your favorite underwear. Those ridiculous boxers you bought last christmas with candy cane hearts on the butt? Put them on. Drink cold water. Use ice. If you want, add some mint or lemon for an extra boost. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-06-22 11:44:48 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Health Care
JoAnn Sprowles, 74, Taylor County, KY JoAnn Sprowles of Campbellsville, daughter of the late Cecil Atwell and Myrtle Underwood Atwell, was born November 6, 1951 in Larue County, KY. She died Thursday, June 18, 2026 at age 74. She had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of Mt. Carmel Baptist Church. JoAnn was dedicated to her church and loved gospel music. JoAnn was a retired food service employee with the Taylor County School System. She united in marriage to Foster Sprowles September 26, 1969. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-06-22 11:37:39 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Water issues next door: State of Emergency in Casey Daniel Wilson reported from Liberty, KY last week on his Storm Alert Center page, "I attended the standing room only meeting at City Hall. It basically requires residents to conserve water immediately. The county will follow the city's guidelines and enact a similar declaration thus including all of Casey County. "Among many things, no outdoor watering, filling pools, pressure washing, take shorter showers and be sure dishwasher and washing machines are full before use. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-06-22 09:55:00 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
Mildred Alene Eastridge, 88, Adair County, KY Mildred Alene Eastridge, 88, of Knifley, KY died Sunday, June 14, 2026, from an extended illness. She was the daughter of late GB and Lora Davidson and she was born on August, 19, 1937. She was a life-long farmer. She grew up on a farm with her parents in the Little Cake community. She was married to Howard Wayne Eastridge on Jan. 27, 1959. They celebrated their 63rd wedding anniversary in January 2022. He preceded her in death on Monday, July 11, 2022. Together, they had a dairy farm and raised tobacco. They continued dairy farming until the cows were sold in 2001. Upon selling the dairy cows, they continued with beef cattle, horses, pigs and sheep. Besides working on the farm, she was an avid gardener, both of vegetables and flowers; was a splendid cook, everyone always cherishing MeMaw's fried apple pies; and a skilled seamstress, having made many of her children's clothes and then clothes for grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-06-22 09:38:38 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Glens Fork family honors NASA pioneer By Mig Feuser / The Adair Progress Earlier this month, NASA announced that Kentucky-born astronaut Randy Bresnik, a native of Fort Knox, will command the Artemis III mission, one of the agency's next major steps toward returning humans to the Moon. But long before today's Artemis missions, a member of a local family helped make America's earliest space flights possible. Lisa Ogden from Glens Fork recently shared a collection of artifacts and family memorabilia connected to her late uncle, Kenneth Alford Hoagland, an optical engineer whose work contributed to NASA's manned space program from the Mercury era through the Space Shuttle years. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-06-22 07:57:08 | Comments | Printable version
Cindy Akridge, 59, Taylor County, KY Cindy Akridge of Campbellsville, daughter of Dwalla Rash Akridge and the late Clyde Akridge, was born August 26, 1966 in Taylor County, Kentucky. She died Thursday, June 18, 2026 at age 59. She had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of Green River Memorial Baptist Church. She was a retired business owner, CNA and seamstress. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-06-22 07:46:08 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Carl Jay Coffey, 65, Green County, KY Carl Jay Coffey of Greensburg, Kentucky, son of the late Carlos Jay and Lorene Jaggers Coffey, was born on September 6, 1960 in Glasgow, Kentucky. He departed this life on Saturday, June 20, 2026 at his home having attained the age of 65 years, nine months and 14 days. He was saved while attending services at the Church of God. Carl Jay was a former employee of Ron and Brenda's Transportation and enjoyed fishing, hunting, being outdoors, tending his flower beds and most importantly, the time spent with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-06-22 07:43:58 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries Birthdays and Anniversaries for June 22 Happy Anniversary, Gerald and Laverne Reliford (1968) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Bobby and Lesa Withers | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Mark and Angie Adams | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Alison Glen Bauer | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Allen Foster | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Brad Scholl | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Brandi Grider (2002) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Carolyn Pelston Plahuta | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Carson Nash Darnell (2010) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Chowning triplets - Laura, Emily & Kaleb | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Cobain Carter | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Hilda Smith | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jessica Young (1991) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Kalina Henry (1997) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Russ Walker | (Updates/Corrections) Happy birthday, Sandra McKinney | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Sarah Gentry Massie | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tyler Evan Grant (2000) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Gary Scott Columbia, KY (1963-2010) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Paul Wilkinson, Sr. Casey Co., KY (1943) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lavinia Coffey, 95, Adair Co., KY (1917) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. J. C. Watson, Burkesville, KY (1931) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Stevie Kidd, U.S. Veteran, Casey Co. Ky (1955-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James Allen (Petie) Wilson, Taylor Co., KY (1940-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Riley C. Brumley, Russell Co., KY (1935-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. George Ray Norris, Adair County, KY (1957-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Joyce Crew, Casey Co., KY (1939-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Janice Dean White Goodin, 73, Russell County, KY (1941-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Angelia (Angie) Christena Lester, Willow Shade, KY (1964-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Baylee Fayth Hagedorn, stillborn, Adair Co., KY (d. 22 Jun 2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bobby Burris, 81, Coburg Community (1934-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Hazel Virginia Shaw Huckelby, 85, Dubre, KY (1930-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Arthur Lee Fillippinie, 84, Russell Co., KY (1931-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. David Arlen Anderson, 67, Cumberland Co., KY (1948-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sabrina Lynn Bell Stigall, 42, Louisville, KY (1973-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Dorothy Jean Newton, Taylor Co./Marion Co., KY native (1938-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kathy Marlene Pittman Hearon, 57, Casey County, KY native (1959-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Harold Adren Alvord, 63, Campbellsville, KY (1953-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Gary Coffey, 62, Milltown, Adair County, KY (1954-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Huston Pendleton, 77, Adair Co., KY (1940-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Glenn Mikel Hedgespeth, Campbellsville, KY (1951-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Billy Harvey Bryant, 57, Metcalfe County, KY (1960-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Fern Baldock Thomas, 88, Casey Co., KY (1929-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Angela Jannette Gribbon, 40, Russell Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Carol Ann O'Neill, 72, Columbia, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Garry W. Downey, 68, Columbia, KY (1956-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Gerald Palmer (Jerry) York, 65, Greensburg, KY (1956-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Judy Lane Morrison, 66, Russell Springs, KY (1953-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Richard Lucas, 88, Columbia, KY (1932-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sandra Daphine Clark Vicari McKinney, 83, Greensburg, KY (1936-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Weldon Gunter, 58, Campbellsville, KY (1964-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Monday, June 22, 2026 All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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