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Daily News for Thursday, August 6, 2026
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City hosts 36 future leaders for BRIGHT program visit From Trey Stephens City of Columbia | Assistant to the Mayor The City of Columbia was incredibly pleased to have hosted 36 of Kentucky's future leaders from the BRIGHT program under Leadership Kentucky this week. The City would like to thank Representative Amy Neighbors, Senator Max Wise, Alexis & Eric Jennings, and Duane Bonifier for addressing the program participants alongside Mayor Hoots. The City would also like to thank Build Your Own Bowl (BYO), Sweet Pea's, Nanwood Market, Old Columbia, Monkey Business, Gameday Sports, Sophia Ross's boutique, and Fifty and Five. All of which helped show the participants Columbia's blossoming retail and food service sectors. "It was a great opportunity for our community to host these amazing current and future leaders, " said Mayor Hoots about the visit by BRIGHT. BRIGHT Kentucky is designed to build the capacity of next-generation leaders (average age 21-40) in the Appalachian region of Kentucky to innovate, collaborate, and advance community and economic development. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-08-06 17:06:15 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
US Drought Monitor: Conditions improved for Columbia Conditions for Columbia improved from Abnormally Dry (D0) to No Drought, according to this week's U.S. Drought Monitor. The Climate Prediction Center's August Drought Outlook, released on July 31, 2026, predicted that drought conditions would not develop in August. View more Columbia drought conditions at www.drought.gov. 2026-08-06 17:04:02 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Farm and Garden
Families should review insurance coverage before college From Kristin Voskuhl Frankfort, KY - As students prepare to move into residence halls and off-campus housing this fall, Team Kentucky is encouraging families to review their insurance policies to help avoid unexpected costs during the school year. "College is an investment in your student's future. As families get ready to send their kids to a college near or far, it's also a good time to have a conversation about insurance," said Gov. Beshear. "The right insurance policies match your family's needs and protect you from unexpected expenses." From health insurance and renters insurance to auto coverage, a few conversations before move-in day can help students understand their coverage and make informed decisions if they need medical care or experience a property loss. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-08-06 17:02:11 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
Columbia City Council report August 2026 meeting By Mig Feuser / The Adair Progress The Columbia City Council moved through a full agenda during its regular meeting Monday evening, approving several projects that will affect city operations, historic preservation and upcoming community events while also authorizing negotiations for the possible purchase of real estate. Following approval of the July meeting minutes, council members entered executive session under Kentucky law to discuss matters related to economic development. After returning to open session, the council authorized Mayor Pamela Hoots to enter negotiations for the purchase of real estate. No additional details were released publicly. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-08-06 11:06:41 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
Sam Trulock, 42, Taylor County, KY Sam Trulock of Elk Horn, KY son of Cheryl Lynn Evans Trulock and the late Samuel Emmitt Trulock, was born June 27, 1984 in Jefferson County, Kentucky. He died Sunday, August 2, 2026 at the age of 42. He professed faith in Christ and was of the Christian faith. Sam was employed as a truck driver. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-08-06 11:04:17 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Joe Huckaby, 42, Russell County, KY native Joseph Willard Huckaby, a man who truly marched to the beat of his own drum, died peacefully on July 19, 2026, in his home. Joe was born on October 5, 1984, in Russell Springs, Kentucky, to Terry and Rose Huckaby, making them first-time parents. He was eventually raised in Jamestown, having to share a bedroom with his annoying younger brother until he was 17 when his parents finally added on to the house. During his formative years, Joe was a boy of many talents, fixing vehicles, riding 4-wheelers, and playing various sports from golf to swimming to soccer. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-08-06 11:02:47 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Vendors encouraged to apply now for Oct 23 Night Market From Paige Nickel Executive Director - Adair County Tourism and Convention Commission Columbia Adair Co Tourism's "Night Market" is returning on Friday, October 23, 2026, at the Jim Blair Community Center, 901 Hudson St, Columbia, KY. This free community event will feature:
Vendor applications are now being accepted. The fee is $40, or $25 for local businesses. If you're interested in becoming a vendor, email Columbia Adair Co Tourism at hello@visitcolumbiaky.com. 2026-08-06 10:22:01 | Comments | Printable version
Loveless graduates in Public Safety Dispatch Academy Class 173 From Michael Moore Richmond, KY - On August 5, 2026, Gov. Andy Beshear announced that 18 dispatchers from across Kentucky graduated from the Department of Criminal Justice Training's (DOCJT) Public Safety Dispatch Academy and are now ready to begin answering the call to aid both citizens and law enforcement officers of the commonwealth. Among the graduates in Class 173 was Cayden D. Loveless with the Campbellsville Police Department. "Thank you for the professionalism, compassion and commitment you've shown to keeping our communities safe," Gov. Beshear said. "All of Team Kentucky is grateful for your service." Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-08-06 10:15:46 | Comments | Printable version
Words of Wisdom for August 6, 2026 From Miss Donna Rieder I have no energy to dislike anyone. I honestly have no space in my heart to carry that mess around. I either love you, wish you well, or I hope you heal. 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. 2026-08-06 10:09:24 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today Birthdays and Anniversaries for August 6 Happy Birthday, Bailey Henson | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Betty Melson | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Blaine Harden | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Callie Grace | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Debbie Jeffries Reece (1960) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, James Furkin | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Kathy Cox | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Kyle Mann (1994) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Luke Maupin (1993) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Lynn Stephens (1960) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Madison Ryleigh McCarol (2002) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Paul Miller | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Russell McQueary | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Sharon J. Dillingham Wheeler (1946) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Wayne Bryant | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Will Hixson (1995) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memoriam, Lorene Rhodes, Campbellsville, KY (1931-2009) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dwight D. Harris, Jamestown, KY (1944-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Iva Hovious, Worth, IL (1962-2010) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Charles Leonard Nelson, Taylor Co., KY (1928) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Katherine Milby, Columbia, Adair Co., KY (1929) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bill Asbery, 44, Hustonville, KY (1968) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Todd Eubank, Taylor Co., KY (1964) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James E. Mason, Jr., Taylor Co., KY (1959-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Barbara Jean Wilson, Casey County, KY (1940-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Robert D. (Bob) Sheene, Sr., Casey County KY (1941-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bonnie Louise Gray Russell, 67, Summer Shade, KY | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Julia (Bianco) Panicci, Lebanon, KY (1948-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Monica Marie Sparks Underwood, 36, Green Co., KY (1978-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dorothy Mae Mouser, 85, Adair County, KY (1929-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lucy Myrtle Wilson, Russell Co., KY (1924-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jerry Smith, 68, Adair County, KY; Barren native (1947-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Phyllis Jean (Whitley) Fair, Taylor Co., KY (1953-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kenneth M. Spears, 90, Burkesville, KY (1925-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Garnett Kessler, 92, Adair County, KY (1924-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jeffrey DeWayne McFarland, Casey County, KY (1975-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Wilkie Lee Wilson, Russell County, KY (1940-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Byron Douglas (Doug) England, Taylor County, KY (1956-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Pauline Moore Clark, Casey County, KY (1921-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Tammy Reeder, 43, Columbia, Adair County, KY (1974-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jack (Cody) Ebenschweiger, Russell County, KY | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ernest Robert Bell, 74, Russell County, KY (1943-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Annie Bennett, 69, Adair Co., KY (1953-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Barry Lee Antle, 51, Russell Springs, KY (1969-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Betty Lou (Ford) Cox, 84, Elkhorn, KY (1936-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bonita Linda McCullough, 78, Greensburg, KY (1943-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bridgette Denise Simpson, 55, Campbellsville, KY (1967-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Connie Paulene Franklin Holmes, 68, Russell County, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, David Marshall Winn, 56, Campbellsville, KY (1966-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dianna Hall, 65, Columbia, KY (1957-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Hattie Jean Hughes, 87, Russell Springs, KY (1935-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ilona Jean Cowan Irwin, 73, Columbia, KY (1946-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jane Tucker Hume, 71, Columbia, KY (1951-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jose Rolando Alfaro, Campbellsville, KY (1973-2014) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Joseph Carl Wilson, 69, Columbia, KY (1955-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Josephine Alcorn Delk, 90, Casey County, KY (1929-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Juanita Cox, 94, Campbellsville, KY (1926-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Michael Jones, 53, Campbellsville, KY (1969-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Naomi Parker, 92, Summersville, KY (1928-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Robert Turner Farris, 88, Taylor Co., KY native (1934-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Roswitha Callinan, 77, Liberty, KY (1944-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Roy Lewis Wilson, 69, Columbia, KY (1951-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Silas Burton, 57, Columbia, KY (1966-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Willa (Kese) Popplewell Dohoney, 93, Russell Co., KY native (1928-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Thursday, August 6, 2026 All events are listed in Central Time. 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