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Daily News for Monday, November 24, 2025
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David Shoemaker, 57, Casey County, KY David Shoemaker, of Liberty, passed away on Friday, November 21, 2025. He was 57. Born January 8, 1968, in Middletown, OH, he was a son of the late Ford and Rhoda Hisle Shoemaker. David was a hard worker, having worked in construction and excavation. He was employed by J&H Contracting. David enjoyed working in his yard. He took great pride in everything he did. He loved his family dearly and enjoyed spending time with his friends. David attended Friends of Faith Church. To know David was to love him. He never met a stranger and he will be greatly missed by all who loved him. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-11-24 23:14:25 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
ACSO: Driver transported to ER with injuries From the Adair County Sheriff's Office On Monday, November 24, 2025, Adair County Sheriff Gary Roy investigated a one vehicle injury accident on KY 551. A 17 year old female was operating a 2016 Cadillac ATS. She failed to negotiate a curve due to poor visibility because of foggy conditions, left the roadway and struck a utility pole. The driver was transported to the TJ Health Columbia Emergency Room by Adair County EMS. Sheriff Roy was assisted on scene by CPD Officer Trent Williams, CACFD, Adair County EMS and the Kentucky Highway Department. 2025-11-24 18:10:04 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
OCC 2025: 2nd highest number of boxes ever in Adair Co. From Mark Fudge The 2025 Operation Christmas Child shoebox drive came to a close on Monday, November 25, 2025, in Adair County. 3,677 shoebox gifts were collected from Adair and surrounding counties at the Wheet Fellowship Hall of the Columbia First Church of the Nazarene. We want to thank all of the individuals, churches, and organizations that made this year's shoebox drive such a huge success. We also would like to give a special thanks to all of the volunteers that donated countless hours. A special thanks to the Columbia First Church of the Nazarene for providing their Wheet Fellowship Hall during the eight days of collection. Also a special thanks to all of the coaches and athletes from Lindsey Wilson College and other individuals that loaded the boxes from Adair and surrounding counties on to Semi trailers. The 3,677 shoebox gifts surpassed last year's total of 3,585 Gospel Opportunities. It's the most shoebox gifts collected in Adair County since 2016 when the county collected 3,777 shoebox gifts. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-11-24 18:02:03 | Comments | Printable version
CPD will use COPS grant to hire a new recruit From Trey Stephens City of Columbia | Assistant to the Mayor The City of Columbia is extremely excited to announce that the Columbia Police Department was one of 228 recipients of a United States Department of Justice (DOJ) COPS Hiring Program Grant. The grant will be used by the Columbia Police Department to hire a recruit who will be enrolled in training under the Kentucky Department of Criminal Justice (DOCJT). The recruit will then continue with the department with salary and all connected expenses being covered for three years under the grant. Chief Evan Burton said, "This grant will improve officer safety as well as community safety with greater law enforcement presence as well as give someone an opportunity to begin their career in law enforcement. The recruit that this grant will allow for will follow in the footsteps of all current CPD officers by attending DOCJT training and then begin their service to the citizens of Columbia. I would like to thank all entities and individuals that contributed to the achievement of this grant." The grant is administered by the DOJ's COPS (Community Oriented Policing Services) office which has invested over $20 Billion in law enforcement since its establishment in 1994. The COPS Hiring Program Grant or CHP is designed to reduce crime and advance public safety through common sense community policing by providing direct support to state, local, and tribal law enforcement agencies nationwide. CHP funding is intended to support the hiring of career law enforcement officers to increase an agency's community policing capacity and crime prevention efforts. Mayor Hoots also had this to say, "I am extremely thankful that the city has received this grant to further provide for the needs of the residents of our community." The City of Columbia and the Columbia Police Department are extremely fortunate and proud to have been chosen to receive this grant award, and look forward to implementing it to better serve our citizens! Anyone interested in applying for the position is advised to watch for a notice from the City and CPD regarding a coming opening. 2025-11-24 18:00:40 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
Travel safely this Thanksgiving: Buckle up, put phone down From Marla Marrs Frankfort, KY - As families across Kentucky take to the roads this Thanksgiving, Team Kentucky is reminding drivers that safety should always come first. Buckling up and avoiding distractions like cell phones not only protects you and your passengers but also helps keep your highways safe for everyone. "As we gather with family and friends this holiday season, remember to make smart choices on the road," said Gov. Andy Beshear. "Buckling up and driving alert behind the wheel are acts of kindness that keep you and your neighbors safe and sound." Over the last 10 years, distracted driving has become one of the leading causes of vehicle crashes on our nation's roads. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), any activity that pulls a driver's eyes off the road, hands off the wheel, or attention away from the task of driving creates a serious safety hazard. Texting while driving is particularly dangerous, as it combines all three types of distraction at once: visual, manual and cognitive. Even a momentary lapse in attention can significantly increase the risk of a crash. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-11-24 17:53:48 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Kentucky
Basketball: Lindsey hosts Midway in Monday night rematch The Lindsey Wilson men's basketball team will host Midway (KY) at 6pmCT on Monday, November 24, 2025, inside Biggers Sports Center, 360 Spickard Drive, Columbia, KY. The Blue Raiders (6-1) are coming off a strong 103-81 home win over Simmons (Ky.) last Wednesday. Lindsey Wilson has been impressive on offense this season, averaging 85.3 points per game while outscoring opponents by an average of 14.4 points. Julian Cunningham leads the Blue Raiders with 15.1 points per game. He is joined by three other double-digit scorers with Kenyata Carbon averaging 14.9, Latrell Kyles 11.1, and Victory Naboya 10.1. Naboya also provides a strong defensive presence in the paint with 10 blocks this season, the most on the team. The Eagles (3-3) enter the matchup after a 107-67 loss to No. 17 Georgetown (Ky.) last weekend. Amari Wales leads Midway with 18.3 points per game. Decoreio Smith adds 14.5, while Sarvell Barksdale contributes 11.7. This will be the second meeting between the two teams this season. Midway won the first contest 83-69 in overtime on November 11, 2025. The Blue Raiders will look to even the series and protect their home court. 2025-11-24 17:51:45 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
Charles E. Schaefer, 79, Columbia, KY (1946-2025) Charles Edward Schaefer of Columbia passed away on Sunday, November 23, 2025, at Springfield Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. He was 79 years old. A funeral mass will be held at 11amCT on Saturday, November 29, 2025, at the St Paul Catholic Church, 824 Jefferson St. Tell City, IN 47586, with visitation starting at 9amCT at the church. Burial will follow in St Mary's Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4pmCT to 8pmCT on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home in Columbia, KY. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-11-24 17:47:43 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Third infant pertussis death reported in Kentucky From Kendra Steele/Beth Fisher Frankfort, KY - On Monday, November 24, 2025, state health officials with the Kentucky Department for Public Health (KDPH) announced a third infant has died from pertussis, a highly contagious respiratory infection that has been increasing in prevalence across the United States in part due to declining vaccination rates. This is the third pertussis-related infant death reported in Kentucky within the past 12 months. KDPH has warned Kentuckians about the rising threat of pertussis (whooping cough), noting the largest spike in cases reported in the commonwealth since 2012. "We are deeply saddened to learn of another infant death in Kentucky due to pertussis and are concerned by the volume of cases we are seeing throughout the commonwealth," said Dr. Steven Stack, secretary of the Cabinet for Health and Family Services. "We continue to urge Kentuckians to get their whooping cough vaccine and to make sure they are up to date on all other recommended immunizations. Many illnesses can be prevented through vaccination, which helps protect not only the individual but also those around them." As of November 19, 2025, there have been 566 cases of whooping cough identified in Kentucky, with health officials anticipating additional cases in the final weeks of the year. Babies younger than 1 year old are at the greatest risk for whooping cough. The best way to prevent whooping cough is by receiving the Tdap or DTaP vaccine, which protects against three bacterial infections - diphtheria, tetanus and pertussis. Infants can receive the DTaP vaccine beginning at the age of 2 months. The Tdap vaccine is recommended for women during pregnancy to help provide early protection for the baby. KDPH confirmed none of the infants who died of pertussis in Kentucky over the past 12 months had been vaccinated, nor had their mothers. Kentucky's three infant deaths from whooping cough are the commonwealth's first whooping cough deaths reported since 2018. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-11-24 15:16:21 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Health Care
Carolyn S. Smith, 82, Columbia, KY (1943-2025) Carolyn Sue (Rayburn) Smith of Columbia passed away on Sunday, November 23, 2025, at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital in Somerset. She was 82 years old. Funeral services will be held at 11amCT on on Saturday, November 29, 2025, at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home, 210 Greensburg St., Columbia, KY, with Bro. Larry Brown officiating. Burial will follow in the Bennett Family Cemetery. Visitation will be on Friday from 4pmCT until 8pmCT, and will continue Saturday morning until time for the service at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-11-24 14:57:45 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Mary Fay Smith, 51, Columbia, KY (1974-2025) Mary Fay Dry Smith of Columbia died on Thursday, November 20, 2025 at her home after an illness. She was 51 years old. Cremation has been chosen by the family, and a Memorial Graveside service will be held at NoonCT on Saturday, November 29, 2025, at Forest Lawn Cemetery on Johnson School Road, with Pastor C.R. Payne officiating. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-11-24 12:17:47 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Genealogy & History Research Center Thanksgiving schedule From Mike Watson Thanksgiving is coming! This is the optimal time to engage our relatives and friends in thoughts of the past and our ancestors. Take the time this season to talk with older members about their past, about their memories, about their ancestors; also engage the younger generation with stories of the past, encourage them to ask questions and delve deeper in our collective histories. It is a winding road to our ancestors. The Adair County Genealogy & History Research Center will be closed for Thanksgiving on November 27, 28, & 29, 2025. 2025-11-24 11:39:28 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Adair Co. Public Library
B&E Cattle Co. welcomes student visitors from Iowa From Beth Owens Blankenship We had the privilege of hosting students from Iowa State University's Collegiate Cattlemen Club at B&E Cattle Company in Adair County last week. The group is focused on growing the next generation of beef producers through education and advocacy. Grayson Blankenship enjoyed showing the group around the backgrounding operation - walking them through our cattle, our facilities, and how we run things day-to-day. It's always a pleasure sharing what we do and visiting with the next generation of cattle producers. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-11-24 10:31:53 | Comments | Printable version
WWYS? What would Yoda say about being 77 By Linda Waggener I'm not sure if I fell in love with the movie Star Wars because it was so awesome - or because I was sandwiched in front of the wide windshield of a Ford pick up truck at Adair Drive-In with my three favorite males, husband Ed, and our little boys, Pen and Tom. Leaving the movie I was thinking I'd like to be like Yoda when I grew old. Note, I did NOT say I wanted to LOOK like Yoda when I grew older, but to think like Yoda. An early morning glance in the mirror - always a mistake - brought that to mind and had me wondering what Yoda might say about this age of 77 with all the wrinkles and sags and bags and thinning hair? So I reached out through the Internet universe for an answer. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-11-24 10:27:19 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Technology News
OCC 2025: Final Day for Operation Christmas Child collections From Mark Fudge OCC shoebox donations will be accepted from 8amCT to 10amCT on Monday, November 24, 2025, at Wheet Fellowship Hall, to wrap up this year's donation drive. Saturday and Sunday were both busy for shoebox collections at the Columbia First Church of the Nazarene. Several hundred boxes were collected over the weekend, bringing the total going into Monday morning to 3429 shoebox gifts collected in Adair County thus far. This number is only 156 shoeboxes short of last year's total of 3,585 shoebox gifts. The First Church of the Nazarene/Wheet Fellowship Hall is located at 1200 Jamestown Street Columbia, KY. 2025-11-24 09:13:14 | Comments | Printable version
The Advent Season at Columbia United Methodist Church By Doug Beard Everyone is invited to attend our special services at Columbia United Methodist Church as we enter into the celebration of the Advent Season. Next weekend, at 10amCT on Sunday, November 30, 2025, we will present a reflective and inspirational time of worship through our "Festival of Lessons and Carols" program. This will feature special messaging from the Holy Scriptures, Advent readings, and seasonal music selections. Columbia United Methodist Church is located just off of the Public Square at 202 Burkesville St., Columbia, KY. 2025-11-24 09:09:43 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Church News
Hospital District to hold special called meeting Nov 25 From Neal Gold, Chairman Adair County Hospital District Board of Trustees There will be a Special Called Meeting of the Adair County Hospital District at 6:30pmCT on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, in the Adair County Chamber of Commerce Building, 201 Burkesville Street, Columbia, KY. Meeting Agenda: Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-11-24 09:04:47 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
November is National Home Care & Hospice Month November was proclaimed "National Home Care and Hospice Month" by Columbia Mayor Pam Hoots at a signing ceremony on Wedneasday, November 19, 2025 in City Hall. Mayor Hoots was joined at the signing by Keisha Robertson, Malisha Hatcher, Tish West, and Mary Beth Phelps. The proclamation encourages "citizens to increase their understanding and awareness of home, hospice, and palliative care, discuss their healthcare wishes with their families, and observe this month with appropriate activities and programs." The full Proclamation reads: Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-11-24 08:59:17 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Health Care
Road construction project set to begin in Metcalfe Co An intersection safety improvement project is expected to begin on US 68 in Metcalfe County in coming days, according to Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 3 officials. The intersection of US 68 and KY 70 (Sulphur Well Knob Lick Road) will be reconstructed to a new alignment just to the east of the current intersection. Lane closures are possible at different times throughout the project area. 2025-11-24 08:49:54 | Comments | Printable version Birthdays and Anniversaries for November 24 Happy Birthday, Amanda Grant | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Anthony Hale | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Ashley McGaha Froedge (1978) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Benjamin Ray Hancock | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Krissy Thomas (1991) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Lesa VanArsdale Withers | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Lukas Helm | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Mariah Lynne Melson (2001) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Nicole Bell (1979) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Presley Gaskin | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Ronnie Grant | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Virginia Lucas, Russell County, KY (1927-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Irma Martin, Yosemite, KY (1959-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ralph Junior Vibbert, Cumberland County, KY (1941-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mitchell Castillo, Jr., Campbellsville, KY (1976-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rachel Smith, Bridgeview, IL (1934-2011) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William (Bill) England, Metcalfe County native (1936) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Gleason Finn, Adair Co., KY (1930) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Rosetta Allene Vaughn, Cumberland Co., KY (1956) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Patrick Ryan Pruitt, Burkesville, KY (1982 | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Donald Stotts, Adair County, KY (1949) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rollan Cannon, Casey Co., KY (1935-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Nina Norris, Adair County, KY (1928-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Brandy Roberts Coffey, Russell Springs, KY (1977-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Margie Mae Henderson Caven, Green Co., KY (1927-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Eddie Graham, Sr., Taylor County, KY, (1940-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James (Goody) Patterson, Green Co., KY (1940-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rev. Robert B. Oldham, Taylor Co., KY (1924-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Roy Glenn Emerson, 77, Casey Co., KY (1938-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Nina Earlene Dunbar, 88, Russell Co., KY (1927-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Phillip Roy, Russell Co./Adair Co., KY native (1947-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Drusilla Williams Booher, Cumberland Co., KY (1925-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Becky Warriner, 73, Russell County, KY (1943-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mattie Lourene Garrett Syra, 87, Metcalfe Co., KY (1929-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Richard Dean Garner, 53, Russell County, KY (1963-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Buford (Butch) Abell, Bradfordsville, KY (1939-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Gloria Marcine Garrison, Cane Valley, KY (1934-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Blake Burris Martin, 34, Columbia, KY (1986-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Henry Thomas (Tommy) Donan, 85, Campbellsville, KY (1937-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Henry Wood Bagby, 85, Louisville, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jerry R. Brown, 57, Jamestown, KY (1964-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jessica Anne Burton, 39, Columbia, KY (1982-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kristina Louise Sult, 49, Knifley, KY (1971-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Marion Francine Fortenberry, 54, Jamestown, KY (1965-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Zelmer Crawhorn, 92, Columbia, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Monday, November 24, 2025 All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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