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Daily News for Saturday, August 29, 2026
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Grill perfect corn on the cob and dress it up Labor Day, coming up soon, is the last hurrah of summer, and for many families that means one more trip to the grill before the season turns. Few things say cookout like sweet corn on the cob -- and grilling it is easier than boiling a pot of water. The freshest corn is the whole game. Look for tight green husks and plump kernels you can feel through the silk, and cook it the same day if you can. There are three easy methods, according to recipe sites like Love and Lemons and A Couple Cooks: Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-08-29 23:45:50 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Food
Sheldon Hadley, 69, Russell County, KY Sheldon R. Hadley, 69, of Jamestown, passed away Thursday, August 27, 2026. He was born in Columbia, KY on December 30, 1956, a son of the late Mina (Thomas) and William Snow Hadley. He worked in construction, he enjoyed his pug dog family, nascar, working on cars and being with and talking to his friends and family about old times. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-08-29 23:12:21 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Susan Taylor Blakeman Judd, 65, Green County, KY Susan Taylor Blakeman Judd of Greensburg, Kentucky, daughter of Judy White Blakeman of Greensburg and the late Lynn Taylor Blakeman, was born on Monday, February 13, 1961 in Campbellsville and departed this life on August 27, 2026 at her home. She was 65 years, 6 months, and 14 days of age. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-08-29 23:04:40 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Joshua Brandon Morgan, 44, Taylor County, KY Joshua Brandon Morgan was born June 29, 1982, in Barren County, KY to the late Tony Morgan and Kimberly Hughes Moore. He departed this life Wednesday, August 26, 2026, in Barren County, having attained the age of forty-four years, one month and twenty-eight days. He was a Navy Veteran and worked in Construction. He enjoyed spending time with his children, fishing, collecting antique glass, comic collecting and was a big dodge enthusiast. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-08-29 23:03:17 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Football: Indians win at Metcalfe Co. 14-6 By Trey Stephens, Staff Writer The ACHS Indians Varsity Football team defeated the Metcalfe County Hornets 14-6 at Metcalfe County High School on Friday, August 28, 2026. The Indians are now 2-0 on the young season. The Tribe will finally play a home game next Friday, after spending the last two weeks on the road. They will host Casey County at ACHS Indian Field at 7pmCT on September 4, 2026. Individual game tickets aren't available yet, but ACHS Indians Football season passes are for sale at hometownticketing.com. 2026-08-29 14:58:08 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
Arby's announces plans for Columbia location Mayor Pam Hoots' office announced on Friday that Arby's is planning a restaurant in Columbia. More details about location and timeline are promised within the next couple of weeks. Arby's Restaurant Group Inc. is a franchise of the Arby's Brand and is a part of the Inspire Brands family of restaurants headquartered in Atlanta, GA. Arby's was founded in 1964, and has over three thousand locations worldwide. In a released statement, Mayor Hoots said, "The City of Columbia is fortunate to be able to announce continued growth in our town, made possible by the hard work of so many amazing people." 2026-08-29 14:53:35 | Comments | Printable version
Carol Perkins: Fluffy and the Pill Previous Column: Let it go or go for it? By Carol Perkins I am not proud of this deed. In fact, Guy says I should be ashamed, but I had reached the point where I had to do something. Fluffy, our dog, had pushed my last button when he scratched on my side of the bed at two in the morning for me to put him on the bed; then he sat on top of my head, and when that didn't get me up, he barked in my ear. Something had to be done about this dog's sleeping habits, or lack of, so I had a remedy. If an adult could fall asleep with a sleep aid, why couldn't a dog? Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-08-29 14:50:03 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Carol Perkins
City Council to meet Sept 1 From Woody Sharpe, CMC City Clerk/Treasurer The Columbia City Council will hodl a special called meeting at 11amCT on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, in City Hall, 116 Campbellsville Street, Columbia, KY. Meeting Agenda: Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-08-29 09:35:42 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
Fiscal Court to meet Aug 31 From Bridget Compton Adair County Deputy Judge Executive, Road Administrative Assistant & Solid Waste Coordinator The Adair County Fiscal Court will meet in special called session at 8:30amCT on Monday, August 31, 2026, in the basement of the Adair County Annex building located at 424 Public Square, Columbia, KY. This meeting is open to the public. Meeting Agenda: Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-08-29 09:28:06 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
CPD: Columbia man arrested for robbery, wanton endangerment The Columbia Police Department was dispatched to a local restaurant parking lot on August 28, 2026, at approximately 10:51 a.m. (CST) in reference to a reported violation of an Emergency Protection Order (EPO). Upon arrival, officers made contact with the female victim, who was not injured or harmed during the incident. Through the course of the investigation, Columbia Police officers located the male suspect inside a vehicle on Conley Drive, and took him into custody. Columbia Police Officer Elliot Smith was the arresting officer. Officer Smith was assisted by members of the Columbia Police Department and members of the Adair County Sheriff's Office. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-08-29 09:24:13 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Words of Wisdom for August 29, 2026 From Miss Donna Rieder "You don't need a logical reason to do everything in your life. Do it because you want to, because it's fun, because it makes you happy." 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. 2026-08-29 09:21:32 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today Birthdays and Anniversaries for August 29 Happy Birthday, Betty White | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Billy Cowan | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Cheryl Green | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Dolly Riley | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Greg Smith | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jamie Grider | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jamie Lee Bailey | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jason Yarberry | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jr. Feese (1945) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Julie Burton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Kristie Wilson | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Sidney Jay-Lynn Kimbler | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Twins Austin Dwayne Lee and Amy Lynn Lee (August 29, 2007) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, W.M. Feese, JR and grandson, Beckam Feese | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Thurston Sullivan, Louisville, KY (1937-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Henry Gustoff Bobe, Russell County, KY (1923-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Janice Kay Phillips, Liberty, KY (1953-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Shelby C. Spears, Marrowbone, KY (1956-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Angela Deanna Brumley, Jamestown, KY (1974-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Anthony David Taylor, Burkesville, KY (1990-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Billie Gene Fields, Green Co., KY (1932) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Murrel Jay Kessell, Jefferson Co., KY, (1942) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Paula Foley, Russell Co., KY (1942) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lanis (Pean) Davidson, Cumberland Co., KY (1935) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dorothy Pyles, Columbia, KY (1928) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Marshall (Slim) Branham, Cumberland Co., KY (1937) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Roger Dale Shirrell, Green Co., KY (1943) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Robert Taylor Martin, Adair Co., KY (1919-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Harold H. Foley, 66, of Russell Springs, KY (1947-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Merrill Collins, Burkesville, KY (1936-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rita Harvey, 51, Adair Co., KY (1963-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lora Emma Greer, 93, Russell County, KY (1921-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Julia Duvall Lawson, 81, Celina, TN (1933-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Donald Edgar Mason, Casey Co., KY (1947-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jimmy Wheeler, Taylor County, KY (1942-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary England Underwood, 90, Campbellsville, KY (1924-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Cecile Back, 80, Russell Springs, KY (1935-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Elba Wolford, 89, Russell County., KY; Adair County, KY native (1926-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rev. Greg Rueda, 61, Taylor Co., KY (1955-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Helen Luttrell, 79, Russell County, KY (1937-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William Depp Davis, Jr., Columbia, KY (1939-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sue F. Hopkins, 80, Casey County, KY (1936-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Margaret Estes Sparks, Adair County, KY (1929-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Thomas R. Reece, Edmonton, KY (1933-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Estill Johnson, Casey County, KY (1938-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Gary Lee (Curly) Burton, Metcalfe Co., KY/Adair Co. KY native (1950-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Berry H. Hamblin, Russell Co., KY (1940-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Welby Martin, 69, Taylor County, KY (1948-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Doris Dean Haskins Mitchell, 84, Green County, KY (1933-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Avery Corbin Smith, 79, Russell Springs, KY (1942-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dennis C. Lobb, Green County, KY (1941-2014) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Donald Lee Gaskin, 82, Hustonville, KY (1939-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Edna Alene Melson, 85, Cundiff, KY (1938-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Eric Melson (1989) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Freda Lee Garrett, 91, Liberty, KY (1930-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Isabelle J. Yanik, 94, Taylor County, KY (1925-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Joanna Warf Moore, 82, Campbellsville, KY (1941-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mildred Joyce Withers, 92, Russell Springs, KY (1928-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Wade A. Bailey, 48, Columbia, KY (1975-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Zelma Lee Mars, 80, Green Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Saturday, August 29, 2026 All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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