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Daily News for Friday, November 21, 2025
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Willard D. (Pop) Parnell, 98, Adair Co., KY native (1927-2025) Willard David "Pop" Parnell passed from this earthly world to be with his bride on 19 November 2025. He was 98 years old. A fiery, freckled-faced redhead brimming with curiosity, he began his life's journey as Willard David Parnell on April Fools' Day 1927--the second child of Mallie and Ransom Parnell--born on (as he often said in) Long Creek in Adair County, KY. Funeral services for Willard Parnell will be held at 1:30pmCT on Sunday, November 23, 2025, at Butler Funeral Home, 201 East Street, Edmonton, KY. Burial will follow in the Edmonton Cemetery. Visitation will be from 3pmCT until 8pmCT on Saturday, and will continue after 8amCT on Sunday at the funeral home. A Masonic service will be held Saturday evening at 7pmCT. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-11-21 21:00:13 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
OCC 2025: Total now 2923, three days to go From Mark Fudge Friday was another busy day of Operation Christmas Child shoebox gift collections at the Columbia First Church of the Nazarene. Several hundred boxes were added on Friday, bringing the total going into Saturday morning 2,923 shoebox gifts collected in Adair County thus far. The Columbia First Church of the Nazarene is the central drop off location for Adair County and the Green River area. OCC shoebox donations will be accepted on the following days/hours:
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County Clerk Thanksgiving Holiday schedule The Adair County Clerk's Office will be closed on Thursday, November 27, Friday, November 28, and Saturday, November 29, 2025, for the Thanksgiving Holiday. Lisa Greer, Adair County Clerk and Staff wish everyone a Happy and Safe Thanksgiving. We have so many blessings and things to be thankful for each day. 2025-11-21 16:15:04 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
Holiday Open House in Gradyville is Dec 1 From Benisha Johnson Happy Hour Acres Corner Store & Watering Hole, Miss Marthas Heavenly Pretzels, and Pops & Son Tires will be having a Holiday Open House from 3pmCT to 7pmCT on Monday, December 1, 2025. Santa is coming to town at the Holiday Open House from 4pmCT to 6pmCT. Children are encouraged to come take pictures with Santa, tell him what you want for Christmas, and get a treat. There will be a special Kids Grinch Drink and cotton candy, S'More kits to enjoy by the fire pit, free hot chocolate and cider, plus a few signature foods to order, and handmade Christmas items, gift baskets and local Kentucky craft work. Happy Hour Acres Corner Store & Watering Hole, Miss Marthas Heavenly Pretzels, and Pops & Son Tires are located in the Gradyville community at 4213 Edmonton Rd., Columbia, KY. 2025-11-21 12:03:45 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Christmas
City Hall Thanksgiving schedule From Tiffany Collins City of Columbia City Hall will be closed on Thursday, November 27, 2025, and Friday, November 28, 2025, in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. A night drop is available in the back of the building. We want to wish everyone a Safe and Happy Thanksgiving. 2025-11-21 11:54:18 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
Thanksgiving Homecoming Service at Trinity celebrates 75 years From Phyllis Burris There will be a Thanksgiving Homecoming Service at Trinity Church beginning at 9:30amCT this Sunday, November 23, 2025. Trinity Church is celebrating the 75th Anniversary. The church was started in 1950, with 25 charter members. We invite all former members and friends to join us for this special service. Trinity Church is located at 2418 Campbellsville Road, Columbia, KY. 2025-11-21 11:50:18 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Church News
Bless-Giving Free Chili Meal on Nov 29 From Lindsey Young My Father's House Church will be set up at Tractor Supply from 10amCT to 2pmCT on Saturday, November 29, 2025, for Bless-Giving, which will include a free chili meal, Bless-Giving bags, free necessities, and prayer. We want to share the love of Jesus with others. Are you interested in joining us? Call 270-378-1278 or 270-378-1721 for more information. If you would like to donate, crackers, chili beans, snack cakes, individually wrapped cookies, water, ice, and funding are always welcome. Tractor Supply is located at 817 Jamestown St, Columbia, KY. 2025-11-21 11:47:19 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Church News
Hanging of the Greens at Summersville Baptist on Nov 30 From J.W. Bennett "Hanging of the Greens", a special service to begin the Christmas season, will be held at 10amCT on Sunday, November 30, 2025, at Summersville Baptist Church. Summersville Baptist Church is located at 5199 Hodgenville Rd, Greensburg, KY. We are right in the middle of Summersville across from the Post Office. Everyone is welcome! 2025-11-21 09:47:37 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Christmas
City of Columbia Christmas decorations The City of Columbia is excited to announce additional new items to the Christmas decorations for our community. "We have new decorations on the square," noted Mayor Hoots. "We hope that people will enjoy as they shop local for the holidays." In addition to the Public Square, Citizens Park will be decorated on Burkesville Street. The city will again schedule caroling at Citizens Park on the following Friday and Saturday evenings: December 5 and 6, December 12 and 13, and December 19 and 20, 2025. If your church or organization would like to participate, contact the Mayor's Office at 270-384-6183. In addition to the drive-through Christmas displays at the Little League Park, Veterans Park on South Highway 55 will be decorated lights for the holiday season. "We hope that you enjoy these lights and have a wonderful Christmas," said Mayor Hoots. 2025-11-21 08:44:19 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Christmas
Students encouraged to apply for 2026 Ag Athletes of the Year From Madison Pergrem Cannon Frankfort, KY - Kentucky student-athletes who are involved in agriculture are invited to apply for one of six scholarships and recognition as a 2026 Kentucky Ag Athlete of the Year. To qualify, student-athletes must be involved in Kentucky agriculture; must participate in one or more KHSAA sports or sport activities during the 2025-2026 school year; must be graduating seniors in high school; and must be accepted to a college, university, or trade school following graduation. An agriculture major is not required, and preference will be given to Kentucky colleges; however, out-of-state schools will be considered if the applicant is seeking a specialized degree in an agricultural field. Student-athletes must apply online by December 31, 2025. To apply, go to form.jotform.com/253065526181051. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-11-21 08:39:48 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
Two Christmas concerts from Adair Co. Community Choir The Adair Co. Community Choir will perform two free concerts this Christmas season at Columbia Christian Church:
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Meet the Indians on Nov 21 Meet the Adair County High School Basketball team at Meet the Indians at 6pmCT on Friday, November 21, 2025, in John Burr Memorial Gymnasium, 526 Indian Drive, Columbia, KY. This free event will feature scrimmages, a 3 point contest, a dunk contest, and recognition of cheerleaders, basketball players, and coaches. In addition, all Little League Basketball and Cheer participants are asked to come to Meet the Indians for recognition. 2025-11-21 08:29:50 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
LWU Alumna Reagan Grider receives Medical School Award Standout medical student earns Medical Student of the Year award from the University of Kentucky Bowling Green Campus chapter of the American College of Physicians. By Duane Bonifer Reagan Grider '22 is not one to embrace the spotlight. That's why the Lindsey Wilson University alumna was more than a little surprised when she was recently honored with the Medical Student of the Year award by the University of Kentucky Bowling Green Campus chapter of the American College of Physicians. Grider was selected for the award, given by one of the oldest medical societies in the U.S., based on a vote by residents in the program. "It was such an honor to receive the award because we have so many talented students in our program," said Grider. "It was not something I expected at all." Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-11-21 08:07:42 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Lindsey Wilson University Birthdays and Anniversaries for November 21 Happy Anniversary, Julius and Kelli Claypool (1998) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Allen and Annette Rowe (1992) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Barbara and Wayne Armitage (2001) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Gary and Ann Melton (1984) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Stick and Irene Harmon (1959) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Chloe Jade Bright (2005) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Daniel Corbin (1998) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Devin Scott Morris (1999) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, DJ Vertrees | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Drew Conn | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, James "Jimmy" Bailey | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jamie Smith (1959) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Beatrice Gosser Dykes, Russell Co., KY (1927-2010) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Edward Carroll Hunt, 75, Campbellsville, KY (1944-2020) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Elwood "Sonny" Burton (1931) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Alma Strange, 89, Adair Co., KY (1920) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Stella McKinney Ballou, Burkesville, KY (1928) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Iva Pearl Graves, Cumberland Co., KY (1938) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Willie Mat Feese, Adair County, KY (1915-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Freda Mace, 58, Taylor County, KY (1954-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Frank Page Smith, Campbellsville, KY (1924 - 2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Elenoria Mae Light, Taylor County, KY (1925-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kenneth M. Hewitt, Cumberland Co., KY (1934-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rebecca Sue Campbell, Adair Co., KY (1939-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Billy Joe Melton, 73, Cumberland Co., KY (2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Michael Blake Alexander Fudge, 21, Jamestown, KY (1993-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In memory birthday, Ovalene Murrell Robison, 63, Columbia, KY (1951-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Phillip Stargel, 70, Adair Co., KY (1944-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jane Ann Moss, Adair County, KY (1936-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Vera Mae Harris, Green Co., KY (1958-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Catherine Spaw Hall, 90, Casey County, KY (1925-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ruby H. Waters, Taylor Co., KY (1922-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Charles Lee (Ray Dobber) Muse, Marrowbone, KY (1955-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Betty Nell Moran Compton, 84, Green Co., KY (1936-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Darrell Lee (Tom Dooley) Phillips, 63, Columbia, KY (1960-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Edgar Morgan Cundiff, 84, Liberty, KY (1933-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Evelyn F. McFall, 98, Jamestown, KY (1923-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jackie Bailey, 71, Adair County, KY (1948-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James Andrew Brown, Jr., 85, Edmonton, KY (1935-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jeremy (Bud) Dial, 41, Columbia, KY (1980-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jerry Wayne (Hardhead) Muncie, 81, Adair Co., KY native (1940-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Marion Hall (Joe) Burris, 64, Casey Co., KY native (1956-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mark Lewis Hicks, 59, Burkesville, KY (1960-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Marshall M. Williams, 83, Jamestown, KY (1937-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sherry Raffety, 58, Campbellsville, KY (1964-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Friday, November 21, 2025 All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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