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Daily News for Thursday, September 3, 2026
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Saturday Session Walking Tour is Sept 12 The Adair County Genealogy & History Research Center's next Saturday Session will be a Heritage Walking Tour, starting at 6pmCT on Saturday, September 12, 2026. The one-hour tour will start at the Research Center, head down Greensburg Street and around the Public Square, learning about historic Columbia and Adair County, before returning to the Research Center. For additional information contact the Research Center at: 270.380.1024 or adairgenealogy@gmail.com or come by during regular business hours [Monday-Friday, 9amCT to 5pmCT]. The Genealogy & History Research Center is located at 307 Greensburg Street, Columbia, KY. 2026-09-03 17:00:25 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Adair Co. Public Library
KBC Blood Drive on Sept 16 Note: There will also be a Red Cross Blood Drive in Columbia on September 9. There will be a KBC blood drive from 10:30amCT to 3:30pmCT on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at the Columbia Church of Christ Fellowship Hall, 501 Jamestown St, Columbia, KY. All donors will receive a "Grab a Slice of Saving Lives" T-shirt (while supplies last) as a thank you for adding a key piece to the blood supply. Blood donors must be at least 17 years old (16 with parental consent), weigh at least 110 pounds, be in good health, show a photo I.D. and meet additional requirements. Appointments are preferred but walk-ins are welcome. To schedule a donation, visit kybloodcenter.org or call 800.775.2522. 2026-09-03 16:34:28 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Health Care
City Hall to close early on Friday From Tiffany Collins Assistant City Clerk, Planning and Zoning Administrator Due to system upgrades, City Hall will be closing at 2pmCT on Friday, September 4, 2026. 2026-09-03 16:30:12 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
Arts Council will meet Sept 10 at Begley Gallery From Joyce Coomer The Adair County Arts Council will meet at 5pmCT on Thursday, September 10, 2026, at the Lucretia C. Begley Art Gallery on the campus of Lindsey Wilson University, to view the works of Henry Faulkner. Everyone is invited to attend. 2026-09-03 16:20:58 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Arts Scene
Columbia awarded $1.4M TAP grant for sidewalks From Naitore Djigbenou/Allen Blair Frankfort, KY - Gov. Andy Beshear has announced more than $18.8 million in grant funding for 18 transportation projects across the commonwealth that will improve safety and accessibility for Kentuckians. From walking to biking, wheelchairs and more, Team Kentucky is committed to making our commonwealth more accessible for everyone. The city of Columbia was awarded nearly $1.4 million for a sidewalk improvement and expansion project as part of the Safe Routes to School program. That project will create a safe, continuous and accessible pedestrian route from downtown to the Adair County school complex, where nearly 200 students regularly walk to class. "We are so excited to be a recipient of a TAP grant," said Columbia Mayor Pam Hoots. "This will bring sidewalk connectivity to our school complex. Thank you for caring about Columbia and Adair County. "Transportation isn't just about the work we are doing to improve roads and bridges across our state; it's about creating communities that support every Kentuckian and their needs," said Gov. Beshear. "These projects will help give peace of mind to parents knowing their kids can walk safely to school, while improving access to local businesses and more." Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-09-03 16:18:57 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
Letter: Freezing thermometer Rickie Williams writes: I am including a screen shot so you can see the date/time of the photo as well as why I am writing. It seems that the thermometer must have "frozen"...and at 90+ degrees that is one real freak of nature !Rickie, Thanks for writing. We did incorrectly show 32F today, but it was the result of upgrades at the Kentucky Mesonet web site, which is worth a look -- they've added a ton of new visualizations and features this year. Adair County's station seems to be back online now and reporting the temp, and it's a far, far cry from 32F this afternoon! 2026-09-03 16:14:54 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
Complex rope rescue on Lake Cumberland, Jabez area From Russell County Search and Rescue At approximately 1:30 PM on August 27, Search and Rescue responded to a logging accident near the water's edge on Lake Cumberland in the Jabez area. An individual was struck by a falling tree and fell nearly 200 feet down a steep embankment, coming to rest dangerously close to a bluff. Rescue crews on scene quickly established multiple rope systems, and several rescuers and EMTs rappelled down to reach the patient. The individual was stabilized, packaged in a Stokes basket, and hoisted back to the top of the embankment where a helicopter crew assumed patient care. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-09-03 12:44:09 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Adair County is currently under a Heat Advisory From the Columbia - Adair County Fire Department Adair County is currently under a Heat Advisory, and we want to remind everyone to take extra precautions during these dangerously hot conditions. With little to no rain in the forecast over the next several days, conditions will remain very dry. This significantly increases the risk of fires spreading rapidly. As always, if you have an emergency, dial 911. Stay safe, stay cool, and help us prevent fires during these dry and dangerous conditions. 2026-09-03 12:34:50 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Bid now in City of Columbia Surplus Auction From Trey Stephens Assistant to the Mayor | City of Columbia The City of Columbia is currently holding an online surplus auction with 16 unique lots ranging from a Bobcat S185 Skidsteer, to a television, to office furniture and many things in between, starting as low as $10. We invite everyone to have a look at the items online, and if you see something you like bid. The auction runs until Tuesday, September 15, 2026, and can be accessed at www.purplewave.com. 2026-09-03 11:59:09 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
Football: Tickets available for Adair/Casey game Note: Game time updated The Adair County Indians Varsity Football team will host Casey County at 7:30pmCT on Friday, September 4, 2026, at ACHS Indian Field, 526 Indian Drive, Columbia, KY. Season tickets to ACHS Football home games have been available for some time, but single-game tickets to Friday's game are now for sale at hometownticketing.com. Tickets are $8 each, and gates open at 5pmCT. 2026-09-03 11:48:55 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
Gov. encourages small businesses to apply for tax credits From Scottie Ellis/Brandon Mattingly Frankfort, KY - On Sept. 3, 2026, Gov. Andy Beshear encouraged Kentucky small businesses that are creating jobs and investing in their communities to apply for a tax credit of up to $25,000 through the Kentucky Small Business Tax Credit (KSBTC) program. "Kentucky's small businesses fuel our economy, and their success is a win for our entire commonwealth," said Gov. Beshear. "Team Kentucky is committed to supporting entrepreneurs throughout the state, just as they have supported their local communities and Kentuckians through continued investments and good-paying jobs. I'm happy to see businesses using this program to ensure continued success and am excited to see more companies receive this support in the upcoming year." To receive the KSBTC, qualifying small businesses should apply now to ensure their best chance of approval in time for this year's tax filings. Although approval is not guaranteed, complete applications received by November 1, 2026, will be fully reviewed for 2026 tax-credit eligibility. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-09-03 11:43:41 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Kentucky
In Remembrance of Sheila Blair In remembrance of Sheila Blair, the Adair County Clerk's Office, the Adair County Judge Executive's Office, the Adair County Sheriff's Office, the Adair County PVA's Office, and the Adair County Attorney's Office will close at 2pmCT on Friday, September 4, 2026. Please remember her family--and all of us--in your prayers as we grieve the loss of a cherished friend and co-worker. Sheila Blair was a long-time Deputy Clerk, former Adair County Clerk, and Occupational Tax Director. She served as County Clerk from 2006-2014. After retiring, she continued to serve as bookkeeper, election tally officer, and part-time staff in the recording department. She was not only a dedicated public servant but a dear friend to us all. Thank you for your kindness and patience during this difficult time. Normal business hours will resume on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, due to Monday being a scheduled holiday. Adair County Clerk's Office 2026-09-03 11:35:34 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
Mitchell commissioned for LWU Success Center art projects By Duane Bonifer For his latest public art project, Lindsey Wilson University student Tezon Mitchell '27 wanted to send a message as well as improve the look of an interior space on campus. Step into the university's Student Success Center on the top floor of the T.D. and Rowena Everett Building, and you'll see Mitchell's latest inspirations and creations. Inside the 5,800-square-foot building, the art and arts administration double major from Greensburg painted a mural, wall lettering and a wall sign. The six-foot mural -- the third of Mitchell's burgeoning art career -- features a studious Lindsey Wilson mascot Blue Raider Bob wearing glasses and holding a book. The lettering on a wall to the left of Blue Raider Bob features "Every Student, Every Day," the essence of the Lindsey Wilson mission. And a wall sign in the stairwell reads "LW + U = Success," which Mitchell took from a handmade sign on one of the building's desks. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-09-03 10:11:01 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Lindsey Wilson University
See Richard Phelps as Col. Casey on Saturday Richard Phelps will portray Col. William Casey at 9amCT on Saturday, September 5, 2026, at the Casey County Public Library, 238 Middleburg St, Liberty, KY. William Casey 1756-1816 was one of this region's earliest settlers. Phelps will cover Casey's entire life in his 35 minute presentation, which is free and open to the public. 2026-09-03 10:02:55 | Comments | Printable version
The most dangerous sentence in the English language Previous Column: The cabbages were never the point By Tommy Druen Every August, a man in the small Scottish town of South Queensferry gets covered head to toe in burrs. Yes, burrs, those prickly little nuisances that stick to your socks Thousands of them. His neighbors weave flowers into the mass, press a decorated staff into each of his hands, and parade him through town for seven miles and nine hours. He stops at pubs along the way. This is Scotland, after all. Since his face is completely covered, he drinks the free whiskey offered him through a straw. It has to be quite the sight. A man transformed into a walking garden with flowers blooming from his burr-encrusted body, shuffling through the streets while people press coins into his costume. This has happened for at least 400 years. And it's widely believed that bad luck will fall upon South Queensferry if they ever stop. Yet nobody can tell you why the tradition of the Burryman ever began. Not historians, not the residents of South Queensferry, not even the Burryman himself. The original reason is just gone. Vanished completely. Maybe it warded off evil spirits. Maybe it was for good luck with the fishing boats. Nobody knows, yet everybody keeps doing it anyway. When I first read about the Burryman, I thought it was a fun bit of quirky trivia. Then I realized we're not that different. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-09-03 09:59:08 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Tommy Druen
Graves Gilbert Clinic exploring long-term partnership with TJRH From Stacey Biggs EVP of Marketing, Planning & Development Glasgow, KY - Graves Gilbert Clinic announced on September 1, 2026, that, with the overwhelming support of its physician members/owners, it has selected T.J. Regional Health as its preferred partner to explore a long-term affiliation. The two organizations will now begin a period of due diligence to shape a partnership designed to ensure that the people of southcentral Kentucky can count on exceptional healthcare, close to home, for generations to come. For nearly a century, both Graves Gilbert Clinic and T.J. Regional Health have cared for the families of southcentral Kentucky. Together, the two organizations would unite more than 300 providers across a full range of primary care and specialties, creating new opportunities to coordinate care, expand access, and keep medical decisions local. "This is an exciting opportunity for both organizations and, most importantly, for the patients and communities we serve," said Neil Thornbury, CEO of T.J. Regional Health. "Graves Gilbert Clinic has built a respected legacy of clinical excellence, and we believe bringing our organizations together will allow us to build on that legacy while creating an even stronger healthcare system for the future. At the center of everything we do is a shared commitment to delivering exceptional care close to home." Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-09-03 09:50:28 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Health Care Birthdays and Anniversaries for September 3 Happy Anniversary, Amos and Carolyn Gaskins (1977) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Bob and Diane Benningfield (1994) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Chester and Betty Smith Bennett (1966) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Doug and Kathy DeRossett | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Gerhard Lepiarczyk and Katherine Louise Grider Lepiarczyk (1955) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, James and Tricia Cole (1995) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Larry and Diana Russo (1976) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Alexandra Brockman (1999) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Allan Bennett (2015) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Amanda England | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Amber Bledsoe | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Brenda Huckaby | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Brittany Sasha Abbot | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Deloris Curry (1960) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Gracie Baker (2004) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jackie Grant | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jenny Burton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jodi Akers | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jonathan Hutcheson | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jynelle Murphy (2009) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Kasey Leann Abrell Wilkerson (1993) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Kayleigh Martin (2009) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Linda Scott | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Louis McQueary | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Melinda Wright | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Mendel Sexton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Nikki Underwood | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tiffany Young | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Heather Jo Peckinpaugh, Columbia, KY (1972-2009) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Gary W. Woodrum, Liberty, KY (1956-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Barbara Allen Rock, Taylor Co., KY (1935) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Chad Bryant Brown, Greensburg, KY (1976) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Carthel Porter, Russell Co., KY (1917) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James Edward (Eddie) Judd, Russell Co., KY (1954) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ernie Wise, 64, Campbellsville, KY (1947) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Virginia Woodrum Watson, Casey Co., KY (1924) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Barbara June Martin, Casey County, KY (1932) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Olive Crabtree, Taylor County, KY (1921-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kathryn Daniel Yates, Cumberland Co., KY (1926-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Gary M. Godby, Casey Co., KY (1938-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Clevella Renee Coffey, Adair County, KY (1949-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bobby Lee Stearns, 74, Russell Co., KY (1939-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Harold D. Flatt, 79, Russell County, KY | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Helen Wilson, 71, Russell Co., KY (1943-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Nancy Huddleston Grider Russell County, KY (1969-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bobby Lewis Lynn, Casey Co., KY (1962-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Delbert Wesley Morgan, 89, Liberty, KY (1925-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Icy Bloyd, Campbellsville, KY (1936-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Anna Marie Edelen, Taylor Co., KY (1932-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Thomas Morfey, 72, Somerset, KY (1943-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Glen Derl Raines, 82, Casey Co., KY (1933-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Berman Dale Withers, 67, Russell Co., KY (1948-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kenny B. Goode, 61, Casey Co., KY(1955-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rita Pearl Cooksie, 87, Cumberland Co. KY native/formerly of Adair Co. (1929-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Terry Gene Buck, Jr., 57, Adair Co., KY/Anderson Co. KY native (1959-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Nellie Bonnie Wells, Cumberland Co., KY (1920-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ruby M. Grider, Casey County, KY (1934-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ruby Mae Grider, Casey County, KY (1934-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Helen Hite (Skaggs) Brown, 98, Taylor County, KY (1919-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sylva Faith McBeath Hopper, 103, Russell Co., KY (1914-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Reva Nell Kessler Marcum, Green Co., KY (1945) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Barbara Gunter, 75, Ninevah, IN (1947-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Brenda Lee Hunt, 58, Russell Springs, KY (1963-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bro. James E. (Jimmy) Powell, 80, Burkesville, KY (1942-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Cynthia Lynn Hamon, 57, Russell Springs, KY (1964-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dallas Green Owens, 88, Russell Springs, KY (1934-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Garvey Stephens, 81, native of Russell Co., KY (1946-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Golda Crawford, 77, Campbellsville, KY (1943-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ida (Genette) Burton, 78, Adair Co., KY native (1964-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jacqueline Bricker, 99, Columbia, KY (1925-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lena Cordelia Forrest Brockman, 91, Adair County, KY (1930-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Marjorie Hovious England, 92, Adair Co., KY native (1931-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Pat Ferguson, 79, of Knifley, KY (1946-2026) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Patricia H. (Pat) Brendel, 85, Burkesville, KY (1937-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Phillip R. Parrish, 77, Burkesville, KY (1943-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sarah E. Kirkpatrick Pace, 79, Burkesville, KY (1932-2011) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Thursday, September 3, 2026 All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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