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Young leaders from Adair in state-level 4-H Summit

By Katelynn M. Molesky / The Adair Progress

It may not be the right time of year for summer camp yet, but that didn't stop a large group of Kentucky youth from gathering recently at the Lake Cumberland 4-H Camp in Jabez for the annual 4-H Summit.

This weekend-long conference was designed to give middle school-aged 4-H members the opportunity to participate in hands-on classes across a wide range of topics - including science, public speaking, nutrition, car care, community service, and more.

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2026-04-16 - Columbia, KY - Photo by Linda Waggener.
Synergy Food Group on the corner of Hwy 61 and the Bypass in Columbia is closing out inventory. Sale ends Friday, April 17th at 3pmCT. On hand to help customers, from left are: Melissa Hughes, Sherri Giles, Gregg Koller and Jeremy Hancock. Find Sherri's Facebook page for more details. Pull all the way around for entry and pick up between the buildings.
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Margaret Fay Tucker, 87, Taylor County, KY

Margaret Fay Tucker of Campbellsville, daughter of the late Lee Roy Sallee and Florence Nancy Sallee, was born August 5, 1938 in Taylor County, Kentucky. She died Friday, April 10, 2026 at age 87.

She had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of Bethel First Presbyterian Church.

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2026-04-16 20:51:27 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Clarice Dean Milam White, 85, Burkesville, KY

Clarice Dean Milam White, age 85 of Burkesville, Kentucky passed away on Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at Cumberland County Hospital. Clarice was born on April 02, 1941 in Monroe County, KY to the late John Black Milam and Ada Hunter Pruitt. Clarice was a longtime employee of Cumberland County Hospital, working as a ward clerk and E.M.T. for 14 years. She had attended Poplar Log Missionary Baptist Church. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Samuel White, two sisters Sue Ballard and Pauline Milam, five brothers Jerry Milam, Philip Milam, Joe Milam, Jackie Milam, and Larry Joe Anderson, one daughter Catherine Frazier, two grand daughters Melinda Frazier and Emily White, one great grand daughter Lydia Kerr and one daughter-in-law Starr White.

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2026-04-16 20:50:18 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Little League Park responsibilities outlined by City

The City of Columbia is clarifying some information and details about the arrangement with the Adair County Little League due to numerous questions being directed to the city.

The City of Columbia was contacted by the Adair County Little League in 2017; and, were requested to takeover operation of the Joe Johnson Little League Park. The City owns the two fields that were formally owned by the Little League. Fields #3 , #4, and the blue building are on land owned by the Columbia-Adair County Chamber of Commerce.

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2026-04-16 12:38:35 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government

Debra Ann Cody, 68, Burkesville, KY

Debra Ann (McIntosh) Cody of Burkesville, Kentucky, formerly of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Monday, April 6, 2026, having attained the age of 68 years, 8 months, and 3 days. She was born on Saturday, August 3, 1957, in Hamilton, Ohio, the daughter of Robert & Shirley (Hymer) McIntosh. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her brother, Randall "Randy" Joseph.

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2026-04-16 12:35:06 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Greg McKinney, 61, Taylor County, KY

Greg McKinney of Campbellsville, son of the late William "Bill" Lile McKinney and Carol Lee Nance McKinney, was born August 15, 1964 in Jefferson County, Kentucky. He died Monday, April 6, 2026 at age 61.

He professed faith in Christ and was a member of Upper Room Church.

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2026-04-16 12:33:52 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Words of Wisdom for April 16, 2026

From Miss Donna Rieder
"One day you will tell your story of how you overcame what you went through, and it will become someone else's survival guide." -Brene Brown
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.

Now available: Farm-fresh, free-range rainbow eggs just $4/dozen.
Call 270-805-1527 to schedule a pickup. Delivery is available in Columbia for orders of 5 dozen or more.

2026-04-16 11:09:51 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today

Monday, April 20 is last day to register to vote in primary

The deadline to register to vote in the upcoming May Primary Election is Monday, April 20, 2026, at 4pm local time. Kentuckians can easily register or confirm their registration at govote.ky.gov.

To be eligible to vote, Kentuckians must:
  • Be a U.S. Citizen.
  • Be a current resident of Kentucky.
  • Will be at least 18 years of age on or before the next general election. Minors who are 17 years old but will be 18 years old on or before the General Election are eligible to register and vote in the upcoming Primary.
  • Not be a convicted felon, or if convicted of a felony, right to vote has been restored following an expungement, Executive Pardon, or Executive Order.
  • Have not been judged "mentally incompetent" in a court of law.
  • Not claim the right to vote anywhere outside Kentucky.
You can check your voter registration and precinct location online at govote.ky.gov, or by calling the Clerk's Office at 270-384-2801. (See also: Important Voting Precinct location changes for 2026).

2026-04-16 10:57:56 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Politics

State releases county unemployment data for January 2026

From Mike Clark/Kim Saylor Brannock

Frankfort, KY - Unemployment rates fell in all 120 counties between January 2025 and January 2026, according to the Kentucky Center for Statistics (KYSTATS), an agency within the Kentucky Education and Labor Cabinet.

CountyCLFEMPUNEMPJan26Dec25Jan25
Adair8,0567,7063504.3%3.7%6.0%
Casey6,0975,8272704.4%3.8%6.1%
Cumberland2,9212,7791424.9%3.6%6.1%
Green4,3964,2021944.4%3.9%6.1%
Metcalfe4,3264,1471794.1%3.3%6.6%
Russell7,8447,5073374.3%3.3%5.6%
Taylor10,88210,3815014.6%3.8%5.8%

Woodford County recorded the lowest jobless rate in the commonwealth at 3.2%. It was followed by Todd County, 3.3%; Fayette County, 3.5%; Jessamine and Scott counties, 3.6% each; and Bourbon, Campbell, Graves, Harrison, Kenton and Oldham counties, 3.7% each.

Wolfe County recorded the state's highest unemployment rate at 10.3%. It was followed by Lewis County, 8.8%; Magoffin County, 8.7%; Elliott County, 8.3%; Carter County, 7.6%; Martin County, 7.3%; Menifee County, 7.2%; Lawrence County, 6.8%; Jackson County, 6.6%; and Breathitt County, 6.4%.

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2026-04-16 10:47:16 | Comments | Printable version

Letter: Thanks to Rodney White

Steve Coomer writes:
Thanks to Rodney White for a concise and timely article!
Comments re: Letter: we are in unprecedented times in America

2026-04-16 10:43:50 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback

CFR respond to Central Ave commercial structure fire

From Chris Taylor, Chief
Executive Director Fire-Rescue-EMS
Campbellsville Fire-Rescue

Campbellsville Fire-Rescue was dispatched to a report of a commercial structure fire on South Central Avenue in Campbellsville in the early hours of Thursday, April 16, 2026. Upon arrival, firefighters found heavy smoke and flames coming from the roof of the building. Firefighters located heavy fire on the main floor, attic and a small fire in the basement. Firefighters extinguished the fire and provided overhaul.
  • Firefighters Responding: 22
  • Responding Apparatus: Engine 4, Engine 1, Rescue 1, Truck 1, Squad 1 and Chief
  • Automatic Aid: Taylor County Fire Department
  • Mutual Aid: Greensburg Fire Department and Columbia Fire Department
  • Assisting Agencies: Kentucky State Fire Marshalls Office, Campbellsville Taylor County 911, Campbellsville Police, Campbellsville Taylor County EMS, KU, ATMOS
The cause of the fire is unknown but currently under investigation with CFD and the Kentucky State Fire Marshalls Office. No civilian injuries were reported. One firefighter had a medical illness that was not related to the fire call that did not require EMS transport.

2026-04-16 10:42:31 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports

KBC Blood Drive on April 28

There will be a community blood drive from 1pmCT to 5pmCT on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at the Columbia Church of Christ Fellowship Hall, 501 Jamestown Street, Columbia. Those who give blood at this drive will receive a KBC T-shirt (while supplies last).

Appointments are preferred but walk-ins are welcome. To schedule a donation, visit kybloodcenter.org or call 800.775.2522.

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2026-04-16 10:37:32 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Health Care

EDA to discuss sports complex in special called meeting

From Ellen Zornes, Executive Director
Columbia-Adair County Chamber of Commerce

There will be a special called meeting of the Columbia Adair Economic Development Authority at 6pmCT on Thursday, April 23, 2026, at the Welcome and Development Center, 201 Burkesville St, Columbia, KY.

The sole agenda item will be: Information gathering and discussion of a sports complex in the Green River Commerce Park.

2026-04-16 10:34:51 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government

New KY driver licensing system launching in June

From Naitore Djigbenou/Allen Blair

Frankfort, KY - On April 15, 2026, Gov. Andy Beshear announced that a new, modernized driver licensing system and online portal will be launching this June, providing online services that help reduce wait times at regional offices and minimize paperwork. The improved system will replace the current, nearly 40-year-old system and allow Kentuckians to create accounts through the new portal, myDrive, that enable them to pre-apply for a license, permit or ID, request a card replacement, check their current license standing, and more.

Kentuckians due to renew in June are strongly encouraged to visit a Driver Licensing Regional Office before June 4, 2026, as all offices will close on June 4 and 5, 2026, and hours of operation will be adjusted from June 8 - 18, 2026 for the system migration.

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2026-04-16 10:33:08 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Kentucky

Boil Water Advisory lifted

From Columbia/Adair Utilities District
April 16, 2026

As of 9:05amCT on April 16, 2026 the Boil Water Advisory for all consumers starting at 1657 to 3220 Eastridge Cemetery Road and all of Carrol Road has been lifted by the Division of Water. This means your water is safe for human consumption. You no longer have to boil your water.

2026-04-16 10:26:15 | Comments | Printable version


Birthdays and Anniversaries for April 16
Happy Anniversary, Ronald & Linda Cook (1988) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversay, Jeremy Dewayne and Linda Grider | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, April May Wheeler (1973) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Caylie Blair | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Claire Evelyn Staten | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, George C. Overstreet (1994) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Heather Derman (1988) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Marisa Abbott | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Nicole Derman | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Pearl Abney | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Shane Garmon | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Taylor Cole | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Wesslynn Kay Morgan (2021) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, James Adam Hogan, Taylor Co., KY (1981) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Kenny Miller 55, Casey Co., KY (1955-2011) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Hazel Bean, Cumberland Co., KY (1928) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Loeta Rowe Hoover Heath, Adair Co., KY (1934) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Elzie (Zeb) Jones, Taylor County, KY (1921-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Willard Nelson, Taylor County, KY (1935 - 2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Nancy Huddleston, Green County, KY (1920-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mae Walker, 71, Cumberland County, KY (1943-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, L.B. (Buster) Tucker, 80, Russell Springs, KY (1935-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Oakley Mac Brown, Casey County, KY (1923-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Richard (Ricky) Wayne Paull, 57, Summer Shade, KY (1959-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Brittany Nicole Taylor, 18, Green County, KY (1998-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Anna Pearl Abney, Marrowbone, KY (1941-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Flona Beatrice Roy, 101, Russell Co., KY (1916-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Donald Penn Gaines, Taylor Co., KY (1939-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Windy Murphy, 49, Russell County, KY (1968-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Arthur Hayden Gilpin, 89, Columbia, KY native (1931-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Artist Rancel Walters, 76, Russell Springs, KY (1944-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Catherine Moore, Russell County, KY (1946-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Daryl Phillip Hubbard, 61, Edmonton, KY (1960-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Edwin Lawless, Russell County, KY (1924-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Elsie Mae Sneed, Adair Co., KY (1916) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Frank Marshall Newby, 79, Russell Springs, KY (1942-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ida Marie (Jones) Calhoun, Taylor Co., KY (1917) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jewell Darlene Huddleston, 92, Adair Co., KY (1929-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Joe Collins, Sr. (April 16, 1917 - August 20, 1977) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Joe Norris Collins, Sr., (April 16, 1917- August 24, 1977) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Joyce Dean Slinker Campbell, Adair Co. native (1939) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Junior Ray Parson, 82, Metcalfe Co., KY native (1941-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Katherine Morgan Powers, Glens Fork, KY native Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Linda Sue McQueary, Casey County, KY (1947-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Marvin (Cocky) Cochran, Casey Co., KY (1944) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Pauline Judd, 80, Campbellsville, KY (1942-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Sharon Creason, 82, Summersville, KY (1940-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Suzzanne Faye Lewis Bunch, Adair Co., KY (1950-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, William Grant Hash, Taylor County, KY native Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Willie Murrell (Bill) Sluder, 94, Campbellsville, KY (1927-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)

Events scheduled for Thursday, April 16, 2026
All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
9:00amCTBoard of Elections meeting | (ID:70518, Comment)
10:00amCTService Officer at VFW Post 6097 | (ID:70531, Comment)
2:00pmCTServices for David Allen Murrell, 61, Columbia, KY native (1964-2026) | (ID:70541, Comment)
4:00pmCTAdair Co. Community Baby Shower
Adair Co Elementary School, 870 Indian Dr, Columbia, KY (enter through Door #8) | (ID:70457, Comment)
5:00pmCTAdair Co. School Board meeting (click for agenda) | (ID:70540, Comment)
7:00pmCTOpening Night for The Miss Magnolia Senior Citizen Beauty Pageant
Barn Lot Theater, Edmonton | (ID:70528, Comment)

  

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