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Daily News for Tuesday, June 16, 2026
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It's Mark Twain Week in Columbia! Why celebrate Mark Twain in Columbia, Ky? Because Rachel Varble and Ed Waggener were called to write about the connection,And because Rachel's son, said, “Get your facts first, then you can distort them as you please.” — Mark Twain 2026-06-16 14:32:58 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today
Mildred Phillips, 94, Casey County, KY Mildred Phillips, of Liberty, passed away on Monday, June 15, 2026, at Casey County Hospital. She was 94. Born on March 9, 1932, in Casey County, Kentucky, she was a daughter of the late Jess and Gladys Lee Johnson. Mildred was a dedicated caregiver and babysitter. She liked to read and enjoyed doing word search and jigsaw puzzles. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-06-16 13:58:02 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
TJHC CardioPulmonary Rehabilitation Department ribbon cutting T.J. Health Columbia will hold a ribbon cutting ceremony at 11amCT on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, to celebrate the opening of the CardioPulmonary Rehabilitation Department. Refreshments will be served. T.J. Health Columbia Hospital is located at 901 Wellness Way, Columbia, KY. RSVP at www.tjregionalhealth.org/events. Read more at TJHC adds Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Program 2026-06-16 13:09:20 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Health Care
Tickets now on sale for Mark Twain Storytelling Festival On Saturday, June 20, 2026, there will be speakers in the LWU V .P. Henry Auditorium from 9amCT until NoonCT and again from 2pmCT until 5pmCT for the inaugural Mark Twain Storytelling Festival, and tickets for the Auditorium are now on sale at cur8.com/25925/project/139668. Mike Watson says, "We can't wait to see you all there!" General Admission tickets are $15.00, and tickets for Military/First Responder/Senior Citizens and LWU students are discounted to just $10.00. For information on other Festival events, see Mark Twain Storytelling Festival will kick off June 19. 2026-06-16 12:58:20 | Comments | Printable version
Dale Malone, 74, Russell County, KY Dale Malone, 74, of Russell Springs, passed away Saturday, June 13th, at Jean Waddle Care Center, Somerset, KY. He was born in Jamestown, KY on December 20, 1951, a son of the late Lona Gertrude (Helm) and Edwin Lee Malone. He was a retired maintenance superintendent at the Lake Cumberland State Park. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-06-16 10:34:30 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Jane Lampton Chapter, NSDAR gift basket giveaway From Valerie Adams The Jane Lampton Chapter, National Society of Daughters of American Revolution is pleased to sponsor the giveaway of a free basket of Columbia goodies - all made or purchased in Adair County or about our Jane Lampton or DAR ties. DAR members will be set up on the porch of the Lindsey Wilson University Administration building to hand out one FREE ticket for the drawing per person, upon entry to the Mark Twain Storytelling Festival, prior to NoonCT on Saturday, June 20, 2026. The drawing will be held in the LWU V.P. Henry Auditorium before the lunch break. Must be present to win. You can view the basket of goodies at the Adair County History and Genealogy Research Center, 204 S. High Street, Columbia, KY. Stop in and see them! The basket of Columbia goodies includes: Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-06-16 10:16:04 | Comments | Printable version
Wethington moving to new role at Lindsey Wilson University by Duane Bonifer Lindsey Wilson University women's basketball coach John B. Wethington, the longest-serving college basketball coach in Kentucky and the winningest active NAIA women's basketball coach, is stepping down to become assistant to the president for athletics development. Wethington finishes his 37-season collegiate coaching career, all of which was spent at Lindsey Wilson over five decades, with a program-best 737 wins and 428 losses. His 2025-26 Lindsey Wilson team finished with a 23-9 record and advanced to the NAIA National Tournament Round of 16, and Wethington was named the 2025-26 Mid-South Coach of the Year. "This is the right time for the program and it's the right time for me to make this move," said Wethington, a 1984 Lindsey Wilson alumnus who was the school's fourth women's basketball coach. "I'm excited about this new opportunity to serve my alma mater, and I look forward to finding friends and funds that will expand opportunities for student-athletes and support the Lindsey Wilson mission." Lindsey Wilson Athletic Director Willis Pooler said that a successor for Wethington will be named shortly. "For nearly four decades, John has led our women's basketball program with class and integrity," said Pooler. "He's been a mentor to hundreds of Lindsey Wilson students and he's been a great ambassador of the school. John loves Lindsey Wilson and is mission-driven, and we're excited about how he will help the university in his new role." Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-06-16 09:52:18 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Lindsey Wilson University
L T Richard, 85, Columbia, KY (1940-2026) L T Richard of Columbia passed away on Sunday, June 14, 2026, at his residence with his family by his side. He was 85 years old. Funeral services will be held at 1pmCT on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home, 210 Greensburg St., Columbia, KY, with Bro. Larry Brown and Bro. John Loy officiating. Burial will follow in the Union Cemetery. Visitation will be on Friday from 4:30pmCT to 8pmCT, and will continue Saturday morning until time for the service at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-06-16 09:47:54 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries Birthdays and Anniversaries for June 16 Happy Anniversary, Deanna and Greg Mann | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Maurice and Juanita Cheatham (1956) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Nicole (Taylor) Rickard Taylor & Jason Rickard (2007) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Vernon and Leisa Keith (1989) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Aimee Reed Kidd | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Donnie Josh Smith (1994) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Donnie 'Josh' Smith | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Evelyn Dillingham | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Ima Lee Grant | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Ivan Greer (1944) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Joseph Grider | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Kyle Riddle (1985) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Lisa Coomer | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Michael Shawn Hare | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Mitch McKinley | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Reba Burris (1946) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Richie Melson | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Rodney Ford | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Sam Everidge | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Sheila Hayes | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tony Hadley | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Robert (Bobby) Russell, Liberty, KY (1937-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lenneth Bartley, Greensburg, KY (1935) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Gary Lynn Roy, Russell County, KY (1961P) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Jane Davis Foster, Green County, KY (1923) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Virginia L. Turner, 80, Burkesville, KY (1931) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Douglas Hagen, Russell Co., KY (1950) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Edwin Carl McKinney Jamestown, KY, Adair Co., KY native (1933) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sarah Moran, Green County, KY (1946) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Josh Davis, Taylor County, KY (1977-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Nelda Estes Taylor, Adair Co., KY (1934-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Marshall (Snake) Pierce, Russell County, KY (1938-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Pauline Short Blythe, 89, Marrowbone, KY (1924-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Donnie (Buck) Sneed, Columbia, KY (1947-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Nannie R. Dykes, 84, Russell Co., KY (1929-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Charles (Charlie) Maynard | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, David Lee Coe, 55, Russell Co., KY (1959-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Hettie Ruth Smith Anderson, Burkesville, KY (1928-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary E. (Jean) Johnston, 86, Edmonton, KY (1929-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Consuela Bajar Ragadon Yarbrough, Taylor Co., KY (1923-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Johnny Glen Thrasher, 70, Burkesville, KY (1946-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Pauline Woodrum Marple, 91, Casey Co., KY (1925-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Catherine Marie Rose, Taylor Co., KY (1934-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William Conrad Claycomb, Sr., Taylor Co., KY (1924-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Woody Blankenship, 70, Green County, KY/Adair Co. native (1947-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Christopher Steven Little, 25, Russell County, KY/NC native (1991-2017)> | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Larry Rondal DeWitt, 73, Taylor Co., KY (1944-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Don Wilson McWhorter, 71, Casey County, KY (1946-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Harold Thomas Coomer, 74, Russell Co./Adair Co., KY native (1943-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Steven Vince Kelsey, 44, Russell County, KY (1973-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Beverly Jean Williams, 82, Louisville, KY (1939-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Charles Bagby, 58, Campbellsville, KY (1964-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Chief Jimmie Cox, 87, Campbellsville, KY (1936-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Donna Scearce Karnes, (1955-2009) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Doris Jean Wooley, 80, Liberty, KY (1941-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Eric Steven Lambert, 52, Edmonton, KY (1970-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Greg Collins, 63, Columbia, KY (1957-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Herron Coomer, 81, Adair County, KY (1938-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James Roger Beard, 80, Columbia, KY (1942-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Laymar Murphy (1932-2004) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Margaret Ann Sanders Giles, Adair County, KY (1936-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Marshall Eugene Wethington, 75, Monticello, KY (1945-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mildred Jones, 79, Casey County, KY native (1939-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Reba Belden, 79, Columbia, KY (1946-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rita Carol Smith, 77, Columbia, KY (1948-2026) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Tuesday, June 16, 2026 All events are listed in Central Time. 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