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Daily News for Thursday, May 14, 2026
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Addressing the Lost Pet Dilemma By Donna Rieder Almost daily, I see photos of lost or found pets on Columbia Magazine, the Green River Animal Shelter Facebook page, or on social media in general. Most of the time, these animals look well-cared-for; they're obviously somebody's pet. Some even have collars, but no tags. And too often the post reads something like this; "If we can't find the owners, we'll adopt them out." As an animal owner, I can imagine all the emotions a person can feel when a pet is lost: grief, anxiety, fear, regret, even guilt ("I KNEW better than to leave that door open just to run out to the mailbox, this is all my fault."). Fortunately, there's a simple answer: have your pet microchipped. Since your pet can't talk, when they get lost, it's usually not a good outcome. Being separated from their familiar place and people is stressful and dangerous. If they're fearful of strangers, their ability to get reunited with their owners is even slimmer. You love your pets and are responsible enough to get them spayed or neutered, get their vaccines, and provide them with food, shelter and love. They become part of the family and losing one can be devastating. So why not spend that extra money and get them microchipped? Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-05-14 16:17:59 | Comments | Printable version
Service Officer Visit on May 21 From Joe Hare On Thursday 21 May 2926, Doc Cook the VFW service officer will be at the Columbia VFW post beginning at 10 AM CDT. This service is available to any veteran needing help with a claim. Please bring your recent paper work from VA for any other claims. If you wish to apply for admission into the VA system bring a copy of your DD-214. The post is located at 500 Greenhills Road, Columbia, Ky 42728. 2026-05-14 16:14:22 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Veterans and Veterans Day
Early voting continues at Adair Annex The Adair County Clerk's office is closed today, Thursday, due to a plumbing issue, but early voting is in full swing today. There are no interruptions to voting - we are open for voter information as well as for ballot drop off. 2026-05-14 15:17:26 | Comments | Printable version
Writers' Day 2026 - celebrating our stories By Stephen Rodriguez My brother knocked down stalks. "Come on, keep up!" He wiped his sleeve across his nose and sniffled. Somehow we were sure of where we were but still unsure. Our dad had let us wander. He'd told us, "At the center of the maze they made a clearing--candy, drinks, and pizza! Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-05-14 14:57:54 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Arts Scene
Marla Sue Skaggs, 72, Russell County, KY Marla Sue Skaggs, of Russell Springs, passed away on Friday, May 8, 2026. She was 72 years of age. Marla was born on October 21, 1953, in Arkansas, a daughter of the late Frank and Helen Conley Jones. Marla was a former employee of Fruit of the loom. She was an avid sewer and quilter. Marla loved her children and grandchildren and cherished every minute she got to spend with them. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-05-14 14:55:31 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Agenda for May 14 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting From Tiffany Collins Assistant City Clerk, Planning and Zoning Administrator The Columbia Planning and Zoning Commission will meet in regular session at 6pmCT on Thursday, May 14, 2026, in City Hall, 116 Campbellsville Street, Columbia, KY. Meeting Agenda: Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-05-14 13:44:58 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
Local projects funded for recycling, hazardous waste disposal From Robin Hartman Frankfort, KY - On Thursday, May 14, 2026, Gov. Andy Beshear announced $6 million in grants for projects aimed at reducing solid waste in landfills and improving the management of hazardous household waste. The funding, which comes from state dollars supported through the Kentucky Pride Fund, will be provided to municipalities, universities and fiscal courts for 68 projects across the commonwealth. The Adair County Fiscal Court was awarded $15,000.00 for household hazardous waste disposal events, and the Russell County Fiscal Court was awarded $13,520.00 for the purchase of recycling equipment. "For years, this initiative has helped reduce the amount of waste piling up in our landfills," Gov. Beshear said. "By continuing to take proactive steps, we are making sure we are keeping Kentucky safe and clean for our kids and grandkids." The program awards three types of grants: Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-05-14 13:40:47 | Comments | Printable version
Columbia-Adair EDA to meet May 20 From Larry Walker, Chairman Columbia-Adair County Economic Development Authority The Columbia-Adair County Economic Development Authority Board will hold the next monthly meeting at 8amCT on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at the Welcome and Development Center, 201 Burkesville Street, Columbia, KY. Meeting Agenda: Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-05-14 13:30:53 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
Make a Positive Impact By Mike Watson Spring is here and many seasonal things must be tackled in the great scheme of life. I'm not referring to lawn care, gardening, general household maintenance, nor the many other tasks that this time of year brings. No, I'm referring to our family cemeteries--the upkeep of the 'silent cities' or our loved ones; the final resting places of our revered ancestors, the makers of our history. Spring brings new growth. Before it takes hold of your rural cemetery, clear away brush, fallen branches, undergrowth, weeds and leaves. Using best practices, gently clean stones with the recommended products--be gentle, many older stones can and will crumble, straighten stones with help from those with strong backs, and repair damaged markers. Beware of such things as creepy-crawly things--bugs, ticks, snakes, and more--as well as poison ivy and poison oak. This early time of year is a good time to tackle a graveyard cleanup--and avoid the aforementioned deal-breakers for some or many. We always use the phrase, "do no harm" when interacting with cemeteries. Leave it as you found it, but better. Even if you pick up trash, brush leaves from a grave marker, straighten a flag, place flowers, this is positive action for a revered place. Many cemeteries here or in any area are no longer taken care of on a regular basis. Why? Every family farm had a cemetery here and in other rural areas. When that land changes hands, or when the descendants have died or moved away, there is no one to tend the graves anymore--unless a new landowner or friend steps in to do it. No matter how you feel about owning land upon which a cemetery exists, this is sacred ground. Please so what you can to make this a well-remembered place--do not harm, deface, destroy, plow over, or bull doze a cemetery. Those people were someone's family--would you not want the same kindness shown to your relatives? 2026-05-14 13:25:41 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Mike Watson - History
Words of Wisdom for May 14, 2026 From Miss Donna Rieder "Throw me to the wolves, and I'll return leading the pack." Farm-fresh, free-range eggs just $4/dozen. Call 270-805-1527 to schedule a pickup. Donna Rieder's Clifty Creek Farm is located at 3190 White Oak Church Rd, Russell Springs, KY (visitors by appointment only). You can reach Donna by email at cliftycreekkikos@aol.com, or on the Clifty Creek Farm Facebook page. 2026-05-14 13:06:36 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today
State releases county unemployment data for March 2026 From Mike Clark/Kim Saylor Brannock Frankfort, KY - Unemployment rates fell in all 120 counties between March 2025 and March 2026, according to the Kentucky Center for Statistics (KYSTATS), an agency within the Kentucky Education and Labor Cabinet.
Woodford County recorded the lowest jobless rate in the commonwealth at 3.5%. It was followed by Todd County, 3.6%; Fayette and Scott counties, 3.7% each; Campbell, Franklin, Jessamine and Oldham counties, 3.8% each; and Boone, Caldwell, Carroll, Graves and Kenton counties, 3.9% each. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-05-14 11:10:14 | Comments | Printable version
Boil Water Advisory issued From Columbia/Adair Utilities District Date Issued 05/14/2026, Time Issued 9:30Am A Boil Water Advisory is in effect for all consumers starting at 3475-5010 Milltown Road and all side roads in between, all of Theron Akin Road and all of Carter Keltner Road. The advisory has been issued due to a main line break. Following such an event, the potential exists for bacteriological contamination of the water supply therefore this Boil Water Advisory has been issued as a precautionary measure. Until further notice, boil all water used for drinking and cooking, bringing the water to a rolling boil for three minutes before using. This advisory will remain in effect until the situation has been corrected and test results have shown the water to be of an acceptable quality. For more information concerning the Boil Water Advisory, contact Bradley Miller at Columbia Adair Utilities District, 270-384-2181. 2026-05-14 11:05:29 | Comments | Printable version Birthdays and Anniversaries for May 14 Happy Anniversary, Brian and Bethany Harvey (2005) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Alisha Nelson (1980) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Andrea Grant (1974) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Andrea Thomas | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Ashley Adamson (1983) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Billy Wheat | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Bradley Adamson (1981) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Brenda Smith | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, David Martin (1961) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Emma Michelle Thomas (2012) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Eric Shepherd! | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Ethan Luke Burton (2010) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Gregg Bardin | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jane Hardwick | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jayden Bryce Miller (2006) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jill Rogers Grant | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Shamarie Harper | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Sylvia Grant | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Todd VanArsdale (1972) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bob Porter, Russell County, KY (1932-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Chris Wesley, Casey County, KY (1976-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kendra Nichole Moore, Burkesville, KY (2001-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Marie Rush, Burkesville, KY (1949-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, BD Thompson, Campbellsville, KY (1949-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Geneva Ruth Lyles Russell Co., KY (1937) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Laures Faye Smith, Taylor Co., KY (1946) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Willard Skaggs, Taylor Co., KY (1930) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Claves Leon Sneed, Green Co., KY (1948) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Eutrice Roy, 88, Russell County, KY (1923) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lois Ann Wilson, Russell County, KY (1952) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Donald G. Henderson, Taylor Co., KY (1934-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Angela Russell, Casey Co., KY (1968-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In memory birthday, Martha Jane Antle, Russell Co., KY (1930-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ruth Pepper Chaney, Green County, KY (1924-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Robbie (Hutch) Howell, 41, Yosemite, KY (1974-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Craft Anderson, Albany, KY (1938-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bennie George, 63, Russell Co., KY (1952-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lou Edith Jones, 99, Cumberland Co., KY (1916-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Barry Edward Stargel, Sr., Adair Co. native (1951-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Donald (Gene) Pritchard, 78, Taylor Co., KY (1938-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Eugene St. Clair, Taylor Co., KY (1927-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Elizabeth Anderson Myers, 78, Burkesville, KY (1938-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Mae Bagby Risen, Greensburg, KY (1924-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Arbutus Comer Hilton, 77, Adair County, KY (1939-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Shyanne Brooke Evans, 19, Dunnville, KY (1998-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Violet Buis, 84, Casey County, KY (1931-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bonnie Feese Absher Perry, 68, formerly of Adair County, KY | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ann Thompson Strader, 82, Greensburg, KY (1938-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Betty Jean Acree, 73, Campbellsville, KY (1950-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bradley Samuel Adamson, 44, Columbia, KY (1981-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Cleo Jones, 89, Adair Co., KY native (1933-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, David Froggett Sr, Metcalfe County, KY (1940-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Donald Sullivan, 91, Russell Co., KY (1929-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Edward (Cotton) Burton, 82, Columbia, KY (1938-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Gilbert Ray Mondie, 81, Russell Springs, KY (1939-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Keith M. Smith, 42, Knifley, KY (1983-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Lou Skipworth, 75, Burkesville, KY (1945-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Louise Grant, 85, Columbia, KY (1940-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rachel Green McGaha (1915-1977) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Randall Redmon, 66, Russell Springs, KY (1956-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rev. William Russell Karnes, 90, Adair County, KY native Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ruth Elaine Pierce Young, 78, Greensburg, KY (1942-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Shyanna Marie Harmon, 13, Columbia, KY (2008-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Thursday, May 14, 2026 All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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