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Daily News for Thursday, May 28, 2026
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His Heart Quartet at Egypt Christian Church on May 31 His Heart Quartet will be in concert at 6:30pmCT on Sunday night, May 31, 2026, at Egypt Christian Church. The Brodhead, KY, based gospel quartet consists of Jeremy Dickerson, Kyle Harris, Bill Sowder, and Bob Abbott. Everyone is invited to attend. Egypt Christian Church is located at 4867 Knifley Road, Highway 551, in Columbia, KY. 2026-05-28 17:30:57 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Church News
Emergency preparedness program is June 18 From Dylan Gentry The Adair County Extension Office will host Disasters Don't Stand a Chance, a fun and interactive emergency preparedness program for individuals and families, at 11amCT on Thursday, June 18, 2026, at the Adair County Extension Office, 409 Fairground Street, Columbia, KY. Participants will take part in an engaging board game set in "Calamity County," where unexpected disasters, detours, and challenges help players learn how to prepare for real-life emergencies. As they move through the game, participants will collect essential supplies for an emergency kit and discuss practical steps they can take to help their families be more prepared. This program is designed to make disaster preparedness approachable, educational, and enjoyable for all participants. Lunch will be provided at no cost. To register, call the Adair County Extension Office at 270-384-2317 by June 12, 2026. 2026-05-28 17:21:05 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Adair Co. Extension Service
Artist Jeanie Edwards speaking on June 8 From Trey Stephens City of Columbia | Assistant to the Mayor Renowned artist Jeanie Edwards will give a public lecture at 11amCT on Monday, June 8, 2026, in the Katie Murrell Library at Lindsey Wilson University. The lecture will be attended by high school art students from Adair, Green, and Taylor Counties as well as Lindsey Wilson art students. Edwards, based in Appalachian North Carolina, is one of the premier wildlife artists in the South. Her work is currently on display at Lindsey Wilson University, and more information on her and her work can be found at www.jedwardsfineart.com. City of Columbia officials will make a presentation to Edwards at the event. The public is invited, and the Cranmer Dining Center will be open for lunch following the lecture. 2026-05-28 17:17:55 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Arts Scene
Summerfest on the Square in Edmonton on June 6 The Edmonton Metcalfe County Chamber of Commerce is reminding everyone about Summerfest on the Square in Edmonton, coming up on Saturday, June 6, 2026. Event start times for Edmonton's Summerfest on the Square:
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KSP Foundation Launches 250 for $250 Campaign From Hallie Conley Frankfort, KY - The Kentucky State Police Foundation is proud to announce the launch of its 250 for $250 Campaign, a statewide fundraising initiative designed to honor America's upcoming 250th anniversary while supporting the men and women of the Kentucky State Police and advancing the Foundation's mission across the Commonwealth. The campaign seeks to recruit 250 supporters to contribute $250 each, creating a collective investment in programs and initiatives that strengthen public safety, support agency personnel and their families, and enhance the Kentucky State Police Foundation's impact throughout Kentucky. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-05-28 17:05:51 | Comments | Printable version
US Drought Monitor: Conditions improved for Columbia Due to late May precipitation, conditions for Columbia, Kentucky improved from Extreme Drought (D3) to Severe Drought (D2), according to this week's U.S. Drought Monitor. Columbia has been in drought for the past 8 weeks, since March 31, 2026. View more Columbia drought conditions. 2026-05-28 16:46:56 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Farm and Garden
Change in Kentucky Vehicle Inspections process By Sheriff Gary Roy Adair County Sheriff's Office The State of Kentucky is mandating that all vehicle inspections are to be submitted electronically, so starting June 1, 2026, we will no longer be able to do vehicle inspections on the paper VTR's, we will have to submit them directly to the Adair County Clerk's Office. The inspection process will not change, nor will the fees associated with inspections. So please be patient as we navigate our way through the IPADs as we do these inspections for you. Thank You. 2026-05-28 16:44:05 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
Benton Hayes selected as KDA summer intern From Madison Pergrem Cannon Frankfort, KY - Thirteen college students are interning this summer at the Kentucky Department of Agriculture (KDA), including Benton Hayes, of Liberty. Interns will be assisting KDA employees and Kentucky Commissioner of Agriculture Jonathan Shell help residents across the state with agricultural needs. "The best way to really learn about a career is to work side-by-side with the employees doing the job each and every day," Commissioner Shell said. "This is exactly what KDA's internship program offers college students. Interns gain a unique learning experience that could launch a lifelong career in a variety of ag-related fields. It's a great stepping stone and that we are excited to provide." Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-05-28 16:41:24 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
Carol Perkins: Fat Free Previous Column: Shirts, Flags, and our Declaration By Carol Perkins He came through the kitchen holding a bag of chips and a pack of Nabs (crackers) and looked at me as the kid who took the cookie. "What?" I asked. Guy knew what I was thinking. "Aren't you going to tell me I don't need these?" he said. My reply was (and is), "You're a grown man." Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-05-28 16:34:37 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Carol Perkins
Linda J. Girdler, 77, Columbia, KY (1949-2026) Linda Jean (Vanwaggner) Girdler of Columbia peacefully moved on to her next adventure on May 13, 2026, more than likely heading straight for a front-row seat at an Elvis Presley concert. She was 77 years old. In true Linda fashion--she always wished for joy rather than tears--she is being cremated. The family will host a lively Celebration of Life at a later date to properly honor a woman who gave so much love, mischief, and laughter to the world. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-05-28 16:30:13 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Driver Licensing Regional Offices closed June 4 and 5 From Naitore Djigbenou/Allen Blair Frankfort, KY - Team Kentucky is reminding Kentuckians to plan ahead, as all Driver Licensing Regional Offices will be closed on Thursday, June 4, and Friday, June 5, 2026, as the commonwealth launches a new and improved driver licensing system that will enhance the customer experience and expand online options. Offices will reopen Monday, June 8, 2026. Customers with licenses or IDs expiring in June are encouraged to visit an office early. The new driver licensing system replaces Kentucky's nearly 40-year-old platform and is part of continued efforts to modernize state services and improve the customer experience. The upgraded system will launch alongside myDrive, a new online driver services portal that allows Kentuckians to pre-apply for a license, permit or ID, request a card replacement, check their current license standing, and more. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-05-28 16:21:47 | Comments | Printable version
Kaye Janes Hope named 2026 Educator Idol From Kim Harwood, Executive Director, Edmonton Metcalfe Chamber of Commerce Kaye Janes Hope was named 2026 Educator Idol at the 29th Annual Senior Celebrity Banquet. Kaye is a lifelong resident of Metcalfe County. Her parents were Tom B. and Virginia Janes. She started out as a substitute and was hired full-time in the fall of 1974 to teach fourth grade at Summer Shade Elementary. Kaye taught twenty years at Summer Shade. She was very active in clubs including sports, 4-H, Fall Festivals, and numerous community events. When the county consolidated Kaye taught eighth grade at the middle school. After leaving middle school Kaye took a job with Vocational Rehabilitation as a vocational counselor and retired in 2001. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-05-28 14:58:58 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
John Haley, 78, Russell County, KY John Daniel Haley, 78, of Jamestown, passed away Friday, May 15, 2026 at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital, Somerset, Kentucky. John was born April 20, 1948, in Auburn, New York he later moved to Dayton, Ohio in 1965 attended Northmont High School and met Joann. He attended the University of Cincinnati where he received an Engineering degree was a Professional Engineer, Surveyor, was manager principal of LJB Engineering employed by Keller Foundations. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-05-28 14:51:42 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Joey Burchett, 67, Cumberland County, KY Joey Burchett, age 67 of Burkesville, KY passed away on Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at Medical Center of Albany. Joey was born on April 23, 1959 in Cumberland County , KY to Anneda Burns Warden and the late Frank Burchett . He was a member of Seminary United Methodist Church and former employee of Strange Bait Shop and an oil well driller. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-05-28 14:50:42 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Special Called ACMS SBDM Meeting on June 2 From Samantha Ellis, Principal Adair County Middle School The ACMS SBDM Council will hold a special called meeting at 3pmCT on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, in Room 127 at ACMS, located at 322 General John Adair Drive, Columbia, KY. The purpose of the meeting is to conduct interviews for a vacant position. 2026-05-28 10:05:42 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
State releases county unemployment data for April 2026 Frankfort, KY - Unemployment rates fell in 66 counties between April 2025 and April 2026, rose in 41 counties and stayed the same in 13 counties, according to the Kentucky Center for Statistics (KYSTATS), an agency within the Kentucky Education and Labor Cabinet. Locally, unemployment rates fell year-to-year in Casey, Cumberland, Green, Metcalfe, and Russell Counties, and remained unchanged in Adair and Taylor Counties.
Woodford County recorded the lowest jobless rate in the commonwealth at 3.1%. It was followed by Fayette, Scott and Todd counties, 3.3% each; Jessamine County, 3.4%; and Boone, Campbell, Carroll, Cumberland, Franklin, Graves, Kenton and Oldham counties, 3.5% each. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-05-28 10:04:30 | Comments | Printable version
2026 Back to School Bash call for sponsors From Trey Stephens City of Columbia | Assistant to the Mayor The City of Columbia is planning their fourth annual Back To School Bash for 11amCT on Thursday, July 30, 2026, at the City Park on Fairground Street. The event will once again feature master magician Lance Burton and other acts. The City is seeking sponsors for the t-shirts that will be distributed that day. Sponsorships are available at either $100 or $50. If your group or organization would like to set up and giveaway school supplies or snacks, please let us know, we are compiling a list of all participants. We are also accepting vendors who would like to give away items to school-age children, such as backpacks, school supplies, etc. If you would like to be a sponsor, or want to participate in the event, please contact City Hall at 270-384-2501. 2026-05-28 10:00:07 | Comments | Printable version
Events added to kick off Mark Twain Storytelling Festival From Trey Stephens City of Columbia | Assistant to the Mayor The City of Columbia and the Arts Administration Program at Lindsey Wilson University, with input and information from the Adair County Genealogical Society, will be hosting the inaugural Mark Twain Storytelling Festival in June in Columbia. A ceremony to proclaim the week of June 15-21, 2026, as "Mark Twain Storytelling Festival Week in Columbia" will be held at 10amCT on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, in the Research Center at the Adair County Public Library, 307 Greensburg St, Columbia, KY. The official unveiling of the mural at the corner of Reed Street and Jamestown Street by artist Tezon Mitchell will be held at 11amCT on Monday, June 15, 2026. The mural commemorates Mark Twain and his mother, Jane Clemens. Previously on CM: Mark Twain Storytelling Festival will kick off June 19. 2026-05-28 09:50:51 | Comments | Printable version
Words of Wisdom for May 28, 2026 From Miss Donna Rieder "Waking up each morning is the first thing we should be grateful for." 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. 2026-05-28 09:42:31 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today
Adair Co. Transfer Station to close temporarily From James Vincent Site Manager, Adair County Transfer Station The Adair County Transfer Station, located at 877 L Willis Rd, in Columbia, will be temporarily closed on May 30, 2026, due to necessary floor repairs. This work is required to maintain safe and efficient operations for both employees and the public. The transfer station is scheduled to reopen on June 1, 2026, and will resume normal operating hours at that time. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation during this brief closure. If you have any questions or require additional information, please feel free to contact me. 2026-05-28 09:41:01 | Comments | Printable version Birthdays and Anniversaries for May 28 Happy Anniversary Arlin and Pat Wheet | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Garry and Rhonda Cox (1982) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Mitchell and Lisa Burton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday Maretta Garner | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Dorothy Bingham (1934) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Ashley Bragg (1997) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Audrey Bowman | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Barry Keith Estes (1969) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Carol Smith | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Edwin (Tommy) Richards (1983) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Eric Dial (1985) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Grayson Downs (2004) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Herman Jessee | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jack Bond | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jenna Mae Rodgers (2002) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jordan Pollard (1998) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Katelynn Molesky (2008) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Ken Wilkerson | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Nathan Alexander Ballou (2006) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Judi Tester, Columbia, KY (1964-2020) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Hase Spears, Cumberland Co., KY (1920-20110) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Charles Grant, Crocus, KY native (1933) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Catherine Josephine Distefano, Green Co., KY (1935-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ella Dean Walker Whitlow, Green Co., KY (1935-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Wilma Norris Fields, Cumberland Co., KY native (1925-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Linda Graham Landis, Green Co., KY (1956-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Albert Pike, 67, Adair County, KY (1947-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Danny Lee Wolford, Clementsville, KY (1942-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Charles Alan (Butch) Gabehart, Taylor Co., KY (1947-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Charlie Howard Allen, 91, Cumberland Co., KY (1924-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Stacy Lynn Dulin Schindler, 45, Adair County, KY (1970-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rena M. Grider, 85, Jamestown, KY (1930-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Juanita Hulett Collette, Taylor Co., KY (1919-2016). | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Clifton N. Reeder, 84, Russell County, KY (1932-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Terry Wayne Ponder, 41, Russell Co, KY (1975-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Stanley Keith Abner, 55, Glasgow, KY (1963-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Barbara England, 74, Louisville, KY (1948-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Clifford Bernard, 82, Jamestown, KY (1938-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Curtis Wayne Slinker, 79, Greensburg, KY (1942-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Gail Walker, 55, Columbia, KY (1968-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Glen Colvin, 59, Taylor Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Judith Lynn Lile Childers, 67, Edmonton, KY (1954-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Larry D. Luttrell, 77, Knifley, KY (1946-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Linda Richards, 73, Liberty, KY (1948-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Paul Goodin (May 28, 1916 - July 30, 1983) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ralph Gerald Coomer, 95, Adair Co., KY native (1927-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rita Fay Bilger, 55, Campbellsville, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ruby Richards Gabehart, 72, Taylor Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sarah Cape Burchett, 91, Columbia, KY (1927-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Shannon West, 40, Columbia, KY native (1981-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William Dennis Simpson, 82, Green County, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Zenba Harris, Russell County, KY (1923-2014) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Thursday, May 28, 2026 All events are listed in Central Time. 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