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Daily News for Thursday, March 19, 2026
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Mark Twain Storytelling Festival plans continue The Mark Twain Storytelling Festival is set to bring renowned storytellers and audiences together in Columbia, Kentucky. Scheduled for June 19, 2026, this inaugural event promises to celebrate the art of storytelling in the spirit of Mark Twain, one of America's most beloved authors. The festival is a collaborative effort between the City of Columbia, the Arts Administration Program at Lindsey Wilson University, and the Adair County History and Genealogy Center. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-03-19 23:01:59 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Arts Scene
Sue Ann Zimmerman, 78, Russell County, KY Sue Ann Zimmerman, of Russell Springs, passed away on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at Russell County Hospital. She was 78 years, 10 months, and 16 days of age. Born on Saturday, May 3, 1947, in Creelsboro, Sue was a daughter of the late Rollin and Irene Lawless Shearer. Sue retired as a food service worker for the Russell County Board of Education, working at Russell County High School as well as other schools. Sue was a faithful member of the Russell Springs Christian Church. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-03-19 22:39:30 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Bonnie Sue Kerr Stephens, 71, Adair County, KY Bonnie Sue Kerr Stephens, of Columbia, passed from this life Monday, March 16, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was 71 years of age. Born July 25, 1954, in Somerset, she was a daughter of the late Olie and Martha Ann Bolin Kerr. Bonnie was a homemaker that enjoyed gardening and cooking delicious meals. She loved Jesus and her family. Bonnie enjoyed attending Faith Temple Full Gospel Church and singing of her love of the Lord with others. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-03-19 22:37:54 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Big Bad by the ACES Play-ers on April 2 and 3 The "ACES Play-ers" will present Big Bad: The Courtroom Trial of the Big Bad Wolf!, a play by Alec Strum, at 6:30pmCT nightly on Thursday, April 2, 2026, and Friday, April 3, 2026, in the Gym at Adair County Elementary School, 870 Indian Dr, Columbia, KY. Admission is $5 to the General Public, and ACES, ACPC and under are admitted for free. 2026-03-19 21:52:46 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Arts Scene
Ernie Hack, 83, Casey County, KY Ernest "Ernie" Hack, of Liberty, passed away on Wednesday, March 18, 2026. He was 83. Born on August 5, 1942, in Leitchfield, Kentucky, he was a son of the late William and Gracie Whobrey Hack. Ernie was a dedicated Christian. He enjoyed fishing, playing guitar, and singing gospel music. Ernie loved to walk creek banks and gather rocks. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-03-19 20:54:58 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Metcalfe Co. celebrating America's 250th Anniversary By Carol Perkins Metcalfe County orchestrated its most elaborate historical celebration in 1976, in observance of America's 200th anniversary. Our 250th anniversary is rapidly approaching, and the community is actively planning another grand celebration. It will likely be even bigger and better. In 1976, ladies dressed in costumes from various decades. We had hippies from the 60s, pioneer women from the Old West, flappers, and rock-and-rollers from the 50s. Some veterans from both WWI and WWII wore their original uniforms, while others wore outfits depicting other wars. Dozens of floats thrilled the massive crowds that gathered along the route. There may be a scrapbook from that day. As preparations are underway, we all need to think about how we can help. One way is for each home to display a flag. It doesn't have to be large; it could be a flag in every window with a candle. Maybe we can persuade our churches and/or clubs to prepare a float. It is a tremendous amount of work, but the fellowship of putting it together is priceless, especially with children involved. Banners and other displays are not expensive on Amazon (and other places), and we can volunteer to help decorate store windows and set up displays. Let's get involved. Connie Scott and I were yearbook sponsors in 1976 and based the theme on the Bicentennial. Karen Clark was the editor, and David Cassady was the assistant editor. James Howard Young assisted in establishing a decade-based theme for each class officer's page, with corresponding attire for the officers. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-03-19 18:27:10 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Carol Perkins
Bennett W. Greene, 2, Liberty, KY (2023-2026) Bennett Wayne Greene, the 2-year-old son of Cory and Alex Greene, of Liberty, Kentucky, died on Monday, March 16, 2026, at his home. The funeral service will be held at 10amCT on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home, 200 Campbellsville Street, Columbia, KY, with Bro. Mike Helm and Bro. Randy Young officiating. Burial will follow in Russell Springs City Cemetery. Visitation is requested after 4pmCT on Friday. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-03-19 18:18:24 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Letter: Explain the acronyms, please Joyce M. Coomer writes: Acronyms are handy for typists and people taking notes and need to record things quickly. However, for those of us who don't follow every organization that habitually uses acronyms, we would like to know what those letters stand for.Mea Culpa: Joyce is exactly right, and we'll be updating the CMSB* to remind us to do better in the future. The Step Out and Rise (SOAR) Program is a nine-month leadership development initiative sponsored by the Adair County Cooperative Extension Service and led by the Extension Agents. This program is designed to strengthen the leadership skills of current and future leaders, empowering them to make a greater impact in our community. More information is available in this earlier article Applications open for SOAR Leadership Program. Comments re: SOAR Leadership Community Service Project Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-03-19 17:59:12 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
SOAR Leadership Community Service Project By Tony Rose Adair County Extension Agent for 4-H Youth Development The Adair County Cooperative Extension SOAR Leadership program is excited to launch a friendly Canned Food Battle between our small-town, local banks! Two banks, one mission and a whole lot of canned goods. Drop off your donations at either:
A component of the Leadership program is a community service project. We are proud to have both of these banks represented in our group among many other businesses and organizations. Thank you for supporting our SOAR participants as they work to make a positive impact. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-03-19 11:47:57 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Adair Co. Extension Service
Commodities Distribution for Seniors on March 20 From Michele Fruth, Director Adair County Food Pantry The monthly commodities distribution for pre-qualified senior citizens will be held from 9amCT to NoonCT on Friday, March 20, 2026, at the Adair County Food Pantry, 203 South Monroe Street, Columbia, KY. 2026-03-19 11:34:02 | Comments | Printable version
Research breakthrough in KY Thoroughbred Bass Program From Lisa Jackson Frankfort, KY - Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources researchers have found the genetic keys to unlocking the potential for bigger largemouth bass, the most popular species sought by anglers. Biologists with the Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Fisheries Division, collaborating with the Center for Aquaculture Technologies, have identified specific genetic markers associated with enhanced size in native largemouth bass. The discovery was made through the Fisheries Division's Thoroughbred Bass Program, which has a research goal of selectively breeding Kentucky-origin bass that carry these markers in order to stock public waters in the future with fish that have a higher probability of reaching trophy size. "For more than 50 years, biologists have been trying to increase the size potential of largemouth bass," said Adam Martin, Fisheries Division biologist with Kentucky Fish and Wildlife. "In many states to our south, that effort involves stocking non-native Florida bass or first generation (F1) hybrids. Stocking Florida bass has increased bass size in many lakes in warmer climates but despite other attempts, it hasn't worked so far in areas colder than southern Tennessee. More northern states like ours haven't had any great options for improving their genetics until now." Martin said this marks a major advancement in fisheries science and management. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-03-19 11:32:44 | Comments | Printable version
Words of Wisdom for March 19, 2026 From Miss Donna Rieder "If you smile a lot, when you get old all your wrinkles will be in the right place." 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. 2026-03-19 08:15:43 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today
Lindsey Wilson University to launch Agribusiness Major By Duane Bonifer In response to regional workforce needs and a growing interest from area high school students, Lindsey Wilson University will begin an agribusiness major in the 2026-27 school year. "We are excited about this major because it is an alignment between agriculture, business and our region's workforce needs," said Lindsey Wilson School of Business and Communication Dean Benson Sexton '04. "Our goal was simple: create a program where students don't have to leave rural America to get a world-class, career-ready agribusiness education connected to the land and the communities they call home. "We wanted to do more than just launch a new agribusiness program -- we wanted to create a program that would launch the next generation of Kentucky agribusiness leadership." The 120-hour bachelor of arts degree will include 12 core courses (36 hours) and four electives (12 hours) that will draw on the disciplines of agriculture, biology, business management, communication, economics, English, and sustainability and environmental studies. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-03-19 08:12:27 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Lindsey Wilson University Birthdays and Anniversaries for March 19 Happy Birthday, Brett Reliford | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Brooke Flatt | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Cathy Pence Chowning | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Emma Reece Gore (2018) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Haley England | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, James E. "Jimmy" Bennett (1960) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Lawrence "Alan" Burton (1966) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Logan Barnes (1994) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Lois Piercy (1922) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Morgan Lynn Spoon (2004) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Pam Popplewell | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Peggy Burton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Randy Ussery | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tommy Dial | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, John R. McVay, Campbellsville, KY (1943-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Oris Wendell Spoon, Columbia, KY (1942-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Martha Jane Williams Flanagan Stapleton, Greensburg, KY (1922-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Boyce Workman Greensburg, KY (1932) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Vada McQueary Taulman Adair Co., KY native (1938) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Paul E. Smith, Taylor Co., KY (1931) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Raymond Curtis Curry, Taylor Co., KY (1948) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rachel Hunt Nelson, Taylor Co., KY (1940) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Dulcie Mae Slinker Tucker, Green Co., KY (1919) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Betty Jo Silas, Taylor Co., KY (1942) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, J.D. White, Taylor County, KY (1933) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lois Piercy, 90, Adair County, KY (1922) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Merlin Boyd Harrison, Campbellsville, KY (1926) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Amos Keith (Big O) Scott, Cumberland Co., KY (1937-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Peggy Lynn Hardwick Burton, Adair Co., KY (1958-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Christine Rainwater, 90, Casey County, KY (1923-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Edna Lee Crump Scott, Green County, KY (1922-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Susanne Jolly LaFond, 60, Adair Co., KY (1954-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Larry Smith Thompson, 67, at Russell County, KY (1947-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dalton Coffey, Adair County, KY (1926-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dorothy (Dottie) Phillips, 88, Casey Co., KY (1926-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Geraldine Vera Whittle, Metcalfe Co., KY (1936-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Paul Caldwell, 79, Green Co., KY (1936-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Nina E. Rubarts, 93, Casey County, KY (1922-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Barbara Baker, 68, Russell Springs, KY, Adair native (1948-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Avon Cundiff, 84, Taylor Co., KY, Adair native (1932-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Earl (Smokey) Williamson, 66, Casey County, KY (1950-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Roger Keith Wooley, Elk Horn, KY (1964-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. David Allen West, 27, Cincinnati, Ohio (1989-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Constance A. Wilson Dubray, Summer Shade, KY (1936-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Clell Lane, Casey County, KY (1936-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Eula Maxine Cheatham Lasley Maddox, Taylor Co./Adair Co. native (1925-2017 | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Evelyn Bault Lee, 79, Taylor Co., KY/Adair Co., KY native (1939-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ashley Hope Mackie, 31, Campbellsville, KY (1991-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Betty Bolin, 84, Campbellsville, KY (1937-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bonnie Jean Tungate Collins, 61, Campbellsville, KY (1960-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Carlos William (Bill) Lile, 96, Greensburg, KY (1927-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Charlotte Collins, 72, Russell County, KY (1947-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Donnie Ray Burton, 73, Adair Co., KY native (1952-2026) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Doyce Mozell Workman, Green County, KY (1932-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James R. Tucker, 88, Campbellsville, KY (1935-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Janice Butler, 62, Columbia, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Joseph Francis Rooney, 88, Columbia, KY (1934-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kathrine Sylvas, 78, Louisville, KY (1944-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kenneth W. Curry, 91, Columbia, KY native (1934-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Maggie Janes, 80, Columbia, KY (1944-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Martha Absher | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Flodena Thurman, 77, Metcalfe County, KY (1942-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Paul Wilson, 69, Taylor Co, KY (1940 - 2010) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rosetta Stotts Samuell, 77, Glensfork, KY (1943-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sharon Marie Thomas, infant, Campellsville, KY (2010-2010) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William Ray Corbin, 69, Adair Co., KY native (1952-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Thursday, March 19, 2026 All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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