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Public invited to hear writers from across Kentucky

From Joyce M. Coomer

The Adair County Arts Council will be hosting a Writers' Day from 9amCT to 3pmCT on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at the Adair County Extension Office, 409 Fairground Street, Columbia, KY. Writers from across Kentucky will be reading from their works, and everyone is invited to attend.

For more information, contact Darlene Campbell at campbelldarlene953@gmail.com.


2026-03-11 16:03:52 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Books

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MCHS students selected for Washington Youth Tour



2026-03-11 - Edmonton, KY - Photo courtesy Metcalfe County Schools.
MCHS juniors Jozie Allen and Corinne Keller are two of four regional award winners chosen by the electric cooperative to attend this year's "Government in Action" Youth Tour.

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Fiscal Court to meet March 13

From Bridget Compton
Adair County Deputy Judge Executive, Road Administrative Assistant & Solid Waste Coordinator

The Adair County Fiscal Court will meet in special called session at 9amCT on Friday, March 13, 2026, in the basement of the Adair County Annex building, 424 Public Square, Columbia, KY. The public is invited to attend.

Meeting Agenda:


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2026-03-11 15:50:19 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government

Produce distribution on March 18 at Adair Food Pantry

From Michele Fruth, Director
Adair County Food Pantry

The Adair County Food Pantry will be giving away produce, while supplies last, starting at 9amCT on Wednesday, March 18, 2026. This give-away is open to ALL Adair Co residents.

We are proud to be assisting our community and thank you all for all you do for us! The Adair County Food Pantry is located at 203 South Monroe Street, Columbia, KY.


2026-03-11 12:37:23 | Comments | Printable version

Important Voting Precinct location changes for 2026

From Lisa Greer
Adair County Clerk

There are a few changes to Voting Precinct locations for 2026 that voters should be aware of. The following voting locations have been changed. This affects the voting location only. All other voter's information remains the same.
  • All voters in the White Oak Precinct, Eunice Pellyton Precinct, and the Little Cake Precinct will now vote at Bearwallow Fellowship Hall, 6090 Liberty Rd, Columbia, KY.

  • All voters in the Gradyville Nell Precinct will now vote at the Jim Blair Center, 901 Hudson St, Columbia, KY.
All other voting locations remain the same. If you don't want to vote at your precinct, every registered voter in Adair County can vote during Early Voting, from 8amCT to 4pmCT on May 14, 15, and 16, 2026, in the Adair County Courthouse Annex Basement, 424 Public Square, Columbia, KY.


2026-03-11 12:29:02 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Politics

Upcoming events at Wolf Creek National Fish Hatchery

From Marsha Hart
Environmental Education/Outreach Specialist, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Wolf Creek National Fish Hatchery is a government agency providing opportunities to promote nature, wildlife, conservation, stewardship, etc. Upcoming events at Wolf Creek National Fish Hatchery include:
  • April 4, 2026: Fly Fishing 101 with Bill Carman, 8pmCT to 5pmCT, all day class. $75 fee includes lunch, pre-registration required.
  • April 8, 2026: Fishing 101 for Kids-Spring Break event
  • April 14, 2026: Friends of Wolf Creek National Fish Hatchery, Inc. meeting 1pmCT
  • April 15, 2026: Outdoor Adventure Day for 2025-2026 Russell County 4th Grade students
  • April 18, 2026: Earth Day Event at the Hatchery 9amCT to 1pmCT
Wolf Creek National Fish Hatchery is located at 50 Kendall Road, Jamestown, KY. For more information, call 270-343-3797 or 270-566-3036.


2026-03-11 12:18:49 | Comments | Printable version

MCHS students selected for Washington Youth Tour

From Torrie Osbon, Communications Director
Metcalfe County Schools

Edmonton, KY - Metcalfe County High School is proud to announce that two students have been selected to represent Farmers RECC on its annual Frankfort and Washington Youth Tours. MCHS juniors Jozie Allen and Corinne Keller are two of four regional award winners chosen by the electric cooperative to attend this year's "Government in Action" Youth Tour. This is the fourth consecutive year that MCHS will have a representative on the tour.

"We are excited that Farmers RECC has invited two of our Hornets this year to take part in this one-of-a-kind educational opportunity," Principal Joseph Eaton said. "Jozie and Corinne will be excellent ambassadors for our school and community. Both are stellar students who can bring new ideas to our state and national leaders. We can't wait to hear about their experiences when they return.

Kentucky is among the 45 states to send youth delegations to the annual electric cooperative youth tour. The students visit with U.S. congressional members, participate in energy and grassroots government education sessions, and go sightseeing in Washington, D.C.

Jozie is the 18-year-old daughter of John and Tammy Allen of Edmonton. Corinne is the 17-year-old daughter of Rose Rovera Saltsman and Pete Saltsman of Edmonton.


2026-03-11 12:06:37 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education

KY General Fund and Road Fund receipts for February 2026

Frankfort, KY - The Office of State Budget Director reported on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, that February's General Fund receipts declined 0.6 percent compared to February of last year. Collections for the month were $970.8 million while General Fund revenues for February 2025 were $977.1 million. Receipts have fallen 1.1 percent through the first eight months of FY26. The official CFG estimate calls for a 1.3 percent decline in revenues for the current fiscal year. To meet the official revenue estimate, receipts can decline 1.7 percent over the last four months of the fiscal year and still meet the estimate.

State Budget Director John Hicks remarked that "the withholding component of the individual income tax plus the sales tax combined to generate $864.2 million of the $970.8 million in General Fund revenue, or 89 percent of the February total. The withholding component fell by only 2.6 percent despite the 12.5 percent reduction in the income tax rate effective last month. That is due in part to the filing schedule for some businesses that results in a February deposit of some of their withholding taxes from December at the higher 4 percent tax rate. Income tax refund amounts and the number of returns requesting refunds in February were higher than last year. The sales tax continues to be stable, rising 3.3 percent in February and up 4.8 percent for the year."


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2026-03-11 12:03:04 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Kentucky

KSP: Fatal Collision on KY 88 in Green Co.

From Trooper Jonathan Houk

Greensburg, KY - On March 10, 2026, at 9:10amCT, Kentucky State Police (KSP) Post 15 Troopers responded to a three-vehicle injury collision on KY 88 in Green County.

The preliminary investigation revealed that a 14-year-old juvenile was traveling west on KY 88 in a 2009 Subaru Forester. The juvenile entered a curve and lost control of his vehicle. The Subaru crossed the center line of the roadway and sideswiped a 2006 GMC bucket truck traveling east on KY 88, operated by Patrick Elmore, 54, of Greensburg. After making contact with the bucket truck, the Forester then collided with a 2011 Ford F350 traveling east on KY 88. The F350 operated by Willie Mosier, 31, of Cookeville, TN. The F350 caught fire shortly after the collision. Mr. Mosier was able to free himself and exit the vehicle before the fire reached the passenger compartment.

The 14-year-old juvenile was pronounced deceased at the scene by the Green County Coroner. A passenger in the Forester, Angelo Forsee, 20, of Russell Springs, was transported to the University of Louisville Hospital with serious injuries. Two other passengers in the Forester, Adrian Crew, 32, of Columbia, and Jacob Mann, 28, of Russell Springs, were transported to the TJ Sampson Hospital for treatment of injuries. Mr. Elmore and Mr. Mosier did not report any injuries.

KSP Post 15 Troopers were assisted at the scene by the Green County Sheriff's Office, Green County Fire/EMS, Summersville Fire Department, Grab Fire Department, and the Green County Coroner's Office. Senior Trooper Trevor Sagrecy is investigating the collision.


2026-03-11 12:00:36 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports

Words of Wisdom for March 11, 2026

From Miss Donna Rieder
"People don't stop playing because they grow old; they grow old because they stop playing."


Donna Rieder's Clifty Creek Farm is located at 3190 White Oak Church Rd, Russell Springs, KY. You can reach Donna by email at cliftycreekkikos@aol.com, or on the Clifty Creek Farm Facebook page.


2026-03-11 11:34:47 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today

A week to serve and remember for LWU Residence Life staff

By Duane Bonifer

Lindsey Wilson University's Madyson Jones '25 said she was not looking forward to a spring break service trip to New York City, even though she had planned it.

But after experiencing the Lindsey Wilson residence life tradition for the first time, the Elizabethtown native said she quickly understood the significance of the trip.

"To be frank, I was dreading going on the trip," said Jones, who is the women's resident director and a student in the university's graduate program in counseling. "But I had the best time. I really did not understand the impact of this trip until I experienced it."

For more than a quarter-century, Lindsey Wilson's residence life staff members have traveled to New York to volunteer at God's Love We Deliver, a 41-year-old nonprofit organization that delivers meals to people with severe illnesses.

During this year's spring break, March 2-6, 2026, twelve residence life staff members were joined by Dean of Students Chris Schmidt and Assistant Dean of Students Abe Cross. In addition to serving with God's Love We Deliver, the residence life group toured the 9/11 Memorial & Museum and took in some of the sights of the Big Apple.


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2026-03-11 11:26:22 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Lindsey Wilson University

Shelia Walters, 82, Russell County, KY

Shelia Walters, 82, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Sunday, March 8, 2026 in Jamestown.

Shelia was born in Russell Springs, KY on November 23, 1943, a daughter of the late Marie (Stephens) and Ed West.


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2026-03-11 01:27:14 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries


Birthdays and Anniversaries for March 11
Happy Birthday, Adam Kerr (1988) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Braeydon Foster (2008) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Dr. Brandi Blackburn | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Greyson Kyle Riddle (2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jace Matthew Partin (2010) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Janet Sharpe | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jesse Green | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jessica True | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Joseph Adam Doss (2001) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Kyle Ballou | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Norma Jean Shirley | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Reagan Spoon | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Steve Burton | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Teresa Feese Newman | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Terry Phillips | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Tony Rose | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Elizabeth Ann Smith, Columbia, KY (2005-2020) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Robbie Campbell Osuamkpe, Adair Co., KY (1956) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lena B. Coomer Bryant, Adair Co., KY (1930) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Edith Marie Burton Irvin, Adair County, KY (1929-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Linda Faye Parker, 52, Adair County, KY (1962-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Dora L. Davis, 94, Adair County, KY (1921-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Brandy (Dee Dee) Barnett, 39, Taylor Co., KY native (1982-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Calvin (Toad) Durrett, Green County, KY (1932-2013) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, David L. Smith, 70, Greensburg, KY (1951-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, David Vernon (Doc) Hughes, Taylor Co., KY (1958-2015) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Dorothy Russell, Taylor Co., KY (1928-2011) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Edna Combest Young, Columbia, KY (1928-2001) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Elizabeth (Tootie) Coffey, 87, Russell Co., KY (1929-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Geneva Joyce Akin, Metcalfe Co., KY (1945-2016) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Genoice Matney Sexton, 86, formerly of Green County, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Henry Garnett Lay, Casey County, KY (1924-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ina Loudermilk, 67, Casey Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Irene Bryant, 79, Russell Springs, KY (1937-2016) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jane Rainbow Rodz, 50, Casey County, KY (1968-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Janice Thomas, 69, Russell Springs, KY (1952-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jeffery Allen Woolridge, 52, Columbia, KY (1968-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Judy Rowe, Columbia, KY (1926-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Kay Wethington Edwards, 66, Liberty, KY (1953-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lonnie D. Cooper, 54, Russell Co., KY (1962-2016) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Louise B. Phillips, 94, Campbellsville, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Margaret Wethington, 84, formerly of Knifley, KY (1936-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Marjorie Dean Clayton, Taylor Co., KY native (1928-2015) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Nadean Willis, 85, Campbellsville, KY (1937-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Paul Glen Combest, 76, Adair Co., KY (1941-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Peggy Thompson Mitchell, Greensburg, KY (1928-2016) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Randy Rogers, 63, Campbellsville, KY native (1955-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Roger Pickett, 69, Campbellsville, KY (1951-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Rollin Vanoy, 72, native of Casey County, KY (1946-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Scottie Ann Halter, 78, Bowling Green, KY (1944-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Shannon Ray Brown, 42, Mt. Sherman, KY (1975-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Shelia Gayle Dulworth Caldwell, Taylor Co., KY (1958-2016) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Stephen Douglas Grenead, 56, Summer Shade, KY (1959-2015) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Thomas Christopher (Tom) Boston (1951-2013) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Treva Downey Ballou, 84, Columbia, KY (1938-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Vernon Larry Smith, 69 Taylor Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)

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