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Daily News for Wednesday, October 7, 2026
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Soccer: LWU to host CU for Senior Night Thursday marks the final regular-season home match for women's soccer this season, serving as senior night. Lindsey Wilson Athletics will celebrate all the senior student-athletes in the soccer program following the conclusion of the women's match. The No. 19 Lindsey Wilson women's soccer team will host archrival Campbellsville at 5pmCT on Thursday, October 8, 2026, at Ray Wells Field at Walter S. Reuling Stadium, 151 Holloway Drive, Columbia, KY. Lindsey Wilson will recognize its seniors on the men's and women's soccer team after the women's match concludes. The No. 18-ranked Lindsey Wilson men's soccer team will play Campbellsville at 7pmCT, following the senior recognition. Coverage of both matches and Senior Night will be streamed through the Lindsey Wilson Sports Network. 2026-10-07 17:05:16 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
Regional efforts focused on seat belt safety Oct 9-12 From Marla Marrs Frankfort, KY - To encourage seat belt use, save lives and prevent serious injuries from traffic crashes, Team Kentucky will join with law enforcement from across the commonwealth and in several other states for Operation Crash Reduction - a seat belt enforcement campaign running from October 9-12, 2026. "In a crash, wearing a seat belt can be the difference between walking away or suffering serious injuries," said Kentucky Transportation Secretary Rebecca Goodman. "We all have a responsibility to make safe choices on the road. Buckle up, put your phone down and help us keep Kentucky's roads safer for everyone. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-10-07 16:39:27 | Comments | Printable version
City Council meeting recap The City of Columbia held their monthly City Council Meeting on Monday, October 5, 2026:
*This is for discussions between a public agency and a representative of a business entity and discussions concerning a specific proposal, if open discussion would jeopardize the siting, retention, or upgrading of the business. 2026-10-07 16:36:43 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
Get no-cost Voter ID Cards at driver licensing offices From Naitore Djigbenou/Allen Blair Frankfort, KY - Ahead of elections coming up on November 3, 2026, Team Kentucky is reminding eligible registered voters who do not currently have an accepted form of identification that they can get a Voter ID card at no cost at Driver Licensing Regional Offices. Voter ID cards are available year-round and can help eligible Kentuckians meet voting ID requirements if they do not have another accepted form of ID. "Voting is the bedrock of our democracy and allows Americans to have a say in what is best for their communities and our country," said Gov. Beshear. "This program helps eligible voters get the ID they need to have their voices heard this November." Voter ID cards can be requested at any of the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet's (KYTC) 35 Driver Licensing Regional Offices or at their regularly scheduled popup driver licensing events. When applying, Kentuckians must present proof of identity, proof of Social Security number, proof of Kentucky residency documents, and complete an application form. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-10-07 16:33:26 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Politics
Norman R. Furkin, 84, Columbia, KY (1941-2026) Norman Russell Furkin of Columbia passed away on Wednesday October 7, 2026, at his residence. He was 84 years old. In honoring Mr. Furkin's wishes, the family chose cremation, and no services are scheduled at this time. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-10-07 16:28:15 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
State orders bridge on CR Jones Road to be closed From Bridget Compton Adair County Deputy Judge Executive, Road Administrative Assistant & Solid Waste Coordinator Per the State Transportation Department, CR Jones Road (CR 1445 at MP 0.2) over Caney Fork bridge will be closed due to the condition and analysis or changes in the weight-carrying capacity of the subject structure by the bridge preservation analysis staff. This office has determined that the posting level for the following bridge should be as follows: 2026-10-07 14:45:27 | Comments | Printable version
First the Library, next the World Members of the 4-H Garden Club, master gardeners and volunteer parents met on Monday evening, October 5, 2026, for their fall service project, planting donated bulbs and plants to beautify the grounds of the Adair County Public Library. Plants were provided by Columbia Walmart, Springhead Farm, and a few local Master Gardeners. Members of the Corray family, Arnold family, and Condon family came to the club meeting to help get the plants into the ground. Master Gardener Veronica Arnold says, "Everyone who participated is excited for spring so they can see which bulbs took root and flowered. But we just have to wait and see!" Veronica says of the youth participating in the Garden Club so far this year, "They have big plans! These kids want to build a bigger, seasonal garden, and give away the produce to the food bank or possibly sell at the farmers market. I am trying to recruit more gardeners and find a plot of land for them to cultivate." 4-H Garden Club meetings are always open door, and kids of all ages are welcome with parental supervision. The next meeting will be held at 5:30pmCT on Monday, November 16, 2026, at the Adair County Extension Office, 409 Fairground Street, Columbia, KY. 2026-10-07 09:57:45 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Adair Co. Extension Service
ACSO: Injury collision on Hwy N 55 From Sheriff Gary Roy Adair County Sheriff's Office On Sunday, October 4, 2026, the Adair County Sheriff's Office responded to a two-vehicle injury collision between a passenger car and a semi truck, at the intersection on HWY N 55 and Cane Valley Rd. A 15 year old male juvenile of Columbia was operating a 2007 Toyota Camry, and attempted to make a left hand turn from Cane Valley Road on HWY 55 and pulled into the path of a 2007 Peterbilt being operated by Benjamin Hardin of Campbellsville, which was traveling northbound on HWY 55. The male juvenile was taken to a Lexington hospital by helicopter for injuries he received in the collision. The collision is being investigated by Deputy Ricky Shirley. Assistance on scene was provided by Adair EMS, CAFD, and the Kentucky State Highway Department. 2026-10-07 09:49:53 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Robert W. VanArsdale, 90, Green County, KY Robert W. VanArsdale of Greensburg, Kentucky, son of the late Luther VanArsdale and Lauline Jeffries VanArsdale, was born on Saturday, August 8, 1936 in Green County and departed this life on Sunday, October 4, 2026 at Baptist Health Hardin. He was 90 years, 1 month, and 27 days of age. He had made a profession of faith in Christ, was a member of Greasy Creek Baptist Church, and was a lifelong farmer. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-10-07 08:43:33 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Celebrating 64 Years of Love By Duane Bonifer John and Jean Collins of Campbellsville celebrated two momentous life events on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at Lindsey Wilson University -- the day they got married 64 years ago and the place where they first met more than 65 years ago. "We talked about several places where we'd like to go, then he suggested that we come here," Jean said as she finished her lunch at Lindsey Wilson's Roberta D. Cranmer Dining & Conference Center, which was a field when they were students at the school. "It's the best food around," said John. "This is the best food we can eat." Then he said to Jean: "What better place could we come than where I met you?" Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-10-07 08:27:32 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Lindsey Wilson University Birthdays and Anniversaries for October 7 Happy Anniversary, Ryan and Julie McQueary (1999) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Adysen Jewell Wooley (2009) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Blake A. Burriss (2011) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Boon Matney (1967) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Briley Stephen Taylor (2003) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Cassie Jo Rogers (1992) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Dana Michelle Hancock-Edwards (1970) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Ellie Cristin Cheatham (2005) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Elliot Smith (1993) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Hilda Legg | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jonathan Wayne Franklin | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Julius Holmes | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Libby Moss | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Marlena Sharpe McDonald (1979) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Rhonda Froedge (1959) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Sandra Elaine Pyles Parker | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Sonny (1939) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Stefani B. Knight (1990) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tammy Coffey | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Timothy Eaton (1976) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dorothy Wilson, 88, Russell County, KY (1925-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Earl Porter McCoy, Cumberland County, KY (1928-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, C.W. Goff, Green County, KY (1946-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In memory Birthday, David Yeagley, Taylor County, KY (1966-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Marcella Lawless, Russell Springs, KY (1932-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Marcia Ann McKinley Cook (d. May 14, 2003) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Corey Lee Spears, Green Co., KY (1989-2009) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Herman Duncan Cundiff, KY (1931) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Virginia Ramsey , 85, Taylor Co., KY (1925) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Wilbur Roy , Russell Co., KY (1941) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Eugene Ray (Gene) Strode, Adair County, KY (1962) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William Lawrence Barber, Jr., Burkesville, KY (1940) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Shelia Cox, Taylor County, KY (1953) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Paul Mills, Taylor Co., KY (1930) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Clara Bennett, Russell County, KY (1921-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Darrell D. Hafley, 61, Casey County, KY (1952-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Betty Gayle Stidham , 66, Columbia, KY (1948-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rollin Depp Harbison, 97, Summer Shade, KY (1917-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Donna White, Taylor County, KY (1960-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Charles Lee Brown, 61, Russell Co., KY (1954-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, David Phelps, 65, Yosemite, KY (1950-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bruce Michael Werner, Sr, 69, Russell County, KY (1946-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Peggy Adkins, 72, Adair Co., KY (1944-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Carl Grant Tipton, Russell Springs, KY, formerly of Dunnville, KY (1944-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ronald Joseph Kramer, Glasgow, KY (1935-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Joe Wayne Gossett, Metcalfe County, KY (1932-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Charles W. Mann, Jamestown, KY (1938-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Christopher D. Neely, 40, Bowling Green, KY (1982-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Joseph (Sonny) Vance, 82, Cane Valley, KY (1939-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kenny Dale Jewell, 66, Green County, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Leslie Keith Thurman, 83, Cumberland Co., KY native (1937-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lillie Irene Roark, 69, Campbellsville, KY (1950-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Louise Shofner, 79, Campbellsville, KY (1940-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Merial Jean Sanders Greer, 87, Liberty, KY (1932-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Michael Lee Morris, 84, Adair Co., KY native (1940-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Shirley Ann Gilpin, 85, Columbia, KY (1938-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Stanley Lee Coomer | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Vinice Fay Roach Finley Tinsley, Burkesville, KY native (1929-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Virginia Combest, 90, Jamestown, KY (1931-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Vola Mae Bailey Bennett, 80, Columbia, KY (1939-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William (Bill) Taylor, 81, Liberty, KY (1939-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Wednesday, October 7, 2026 All events are listed in Central Time. 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