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Clean up day in City of Columbia is Sept 3rd

The 4th Annual Fall Pick It Up Day will be held on Wednesday, September 3, 2025 by the City of Columbia.

If you have an item to pickup, please contact City Hall at 270-384-2501. If you leave a message please include your name and address. It is limited to one item per household.


2025-08-19 22:15:35 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government

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Adair County High School FFA members



2025-08-19 - Columbia, KY - Photo from Adair County FFA.
Members of the Adair County High School FFA ready to take on the 2025 Kentucky State Fair.

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Susan Ann Sagracy, 72, Casey County, KY

Susan Ann Sagracy age 72, of Liberty, KY, passed away on Tuesday August 19th, 2025, at her residence. She was born in Casey Co., KY on September 15th, 1952, to the late Alfred and Ruby Redford Cook.

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2025-08-19 21:43:30 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Adair County FFA takes on the KY State Fair

By Amber Hobaugh

The Adair County FFA showed up and showed out this past week at the Kentucky State Fair. Several members of the group competed in a wide variety of state level contests showcasing their talents in subject areas including livestock, crops, and mechanics.


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2025-08-19 21:16:19 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education

Weekend of praise at Mt. Zion Community Church

From Laverne Hadley

Mt. Zion Community Church will be hosting a special weekend of praise and fellowship from August 22-24, 2025. We will have a meal at NoonCT on Saturday, August 23, 2025. Pastor and author Torian Koonce of Raleigh, NC, wll be delivering the message throughout the weekend:
  • Friday, August 22, 2025, at 6pmCT
  • Saturday, August 23, 2025, at 6pmCT
  • Sunday, August 24, 2025, at 10amCT
Everyone is welcome and encouraged to join us! Mt. Zion Community Church is located at 100 Buell Collins Road, Glensfork, KY.


2025-08-19 14:52:25 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Church News

Adair Co. Middle School Football opens season with win

Adair Co. Middle School Football opened their season on Friday, August 15, 2025, with an impressive win over neighboring Metcalfe County, 40-14. They play two more away games before their first homestand against Green County on September 4, 2025:
  • August 21, 2025, at 6pmCT: Adair Co. Middle School at Wayne Co.
  • August 28, 2025, at 6pmCT: Adair Co. Middle School at Casey Co.
  • September 4, 2025, at 6pmCT: Adair Co. Middle School vs Green Co.
  • September 11, 2025, at 6pmCT: Adair Co. Middle School vs Hart Co.
  • September 18, 2025, at 6pmCT: Adair Co. Middle School at Campbellsville
  • September 25, 2025, at 6pmCT: Adair Co. Middle School vs Russell Co.
  • October 2, 2025, at 6pmCT: Adair Co. Middle School CKMSAC Playoffs location TBD
  • October 16, 2025, at 6pmCT: Adair Co. Middle School CKMSAC Finals location TBD


2025-08-19 14:45:54 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports

New book, Walking with Shiloh, has Adair Co. connection

Noted children's author Katja Klarette is a friend of Adair Countian Peg Schaeffer of Sugarfoot Farm Rescue.

Klarette's latest book, "Walking with Shiloh," is about a young girl and her Beagle, Shiloh. Peg says, "Shiloh is actually my Beagle, Remi, who suffers from a neurological disorder. Remi has difficulty walking, but it hasn't stopped her."

"Walking with Shiloh" is dedicated to Peg, who Klarette says, "puts her heart and soul into her dream of giving every animal a loving home."

"Walking with Shiloh" is published by Creation River Books, and available for purchase on Amazon. The 39-page paperback is geared for readers from 2 - 8 years, and priced at just $12.99. All proceeds from sales of the book will go to animal rescue. Peg says that Sugarfoot Farm Rescue received a first check this week.


2025-08-19 14:22:44 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Books

Ag Tag donations set another record for 2025

From Madison Pergrem

Frankfort, KY - Kentucky farmers donated nearly a million dollars for the Ag Tag Program in 2025. The total, $995,440.74, is the largest amount ever donated in a single year, topping last year's total by more than $60,000, Commissioner of Agriculture Jonathan Shell announced this week.

"For that last three years the Ag Tag Program has seen new record-breaking amounts every year," Commissioner Shell said. "This couldn't be possible without the wonderful support from our Kentucky farmers. They see value in supporting the next generation of farmers through their donations to the Ag Tag fund. It's that generosity that will help ensure Kentucky agriculture has a bright future."

The voluntary donations are divided equally among Kentucky 4-H, Kentucky FFA, and the Kentucky Department of Agriculture (KDA). This year, each group will receive $331,813.58 Since 2016, Kentucky FFA and Kentucky 4-H have received, collectively, more than $4 million from donations made by ag producers renewing their vehicles each year.


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2025-08-19 14:08:52 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Farm and Garden

Chamber of Commerce picnic is September 9

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

Columbia-Adair County Chamber of Commerce members are invited to the Chamber's Annual Picnic, scheduled to start at 5:30pmCT on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at Veterans Park (formerly Roadside Park) on Hwy 55 South.

No reservations are necessary, and there is no cost for the picnic. We do ask members, if possible, to bring an item or items to be auctioned at the picnic. Proceeds from the auction go to our Christmas in Columbia Christmas Parade. Doc Rogers plans to be our auctioneer, so a good time will be had by all!

Our local banks--Bank of Columbia, Community Trust, First & Farmers and United Citizens Bank--sponsor our meal, and it is greatly appreciated!


2025-08-19 14:06:09 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Chamber of Commerce

Lindsey Wilson Nursing Program one of 10 Best in Kentucky

By Duane Bonifer

Lindsey Wilson University's nursing program is one of the best in Kentucky, according to a recent ranking by Nurse.org.

In the recently released "Top 10 Best Nursing Schools in Kentucky," Lindsey Wilson was one of the 10 schools mentioned. The leading educational website for nurses by nurses, Nurse.org independently researches schools and programs for nurses.

This is the third consecutive year Lindsey Wilson's nursing program has landed in Nurse.org's top 10 ranking.

"This wonderful news is a testament to our amazing Lindsey Wilson faculty, administration and students," said Lindsey Wilson Director of Nursing Dr. Emiley Button. "A big reason we have one of the best nursing programs in Kentucky is because we have incredible faculty and staff who are laser-focused on student success."


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2025-08-19 13:59:46 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Lindsey Wilson University

Upstream Academy recruiting local heroes to prevent child abuse

From Jill Seyfred

Prevent Child Abuse Kentucky (PCAK) is on a mission to stop child abuse before it starts, but they can't do it without help from every corner of the Commonwealth.

Upstream Academy is a training designed to equip passionate Kentuckians from each of the state's 120 counties to become local advocates in child abuse prevention. The initiative offers free, evidence-based training and provides stipends to remove barriers for those ready to step up.

Upstream trainings will be held October 20-21, 2025, in Bowling Green and November 13-14, 2025, in Lexington. Kentuckians from all backgrounds and all counties are encouraged to apply. Learn more about Upstream and sign up to become an advocate at www.pcaky.org. Every Kentuckian can be a part of creating a safer tomorrow for Kentucky's children.


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2025-08-19 13:57:16 | Comments | Printable version

Little League Basketball sponsors needed

From Daniel Hedges

I am asking for any person or business interested in sponsoring a Little League Basketball team to please reach out to me at daniel.hedges@adair.kyschools.us or call 270-282-3175. The cost of sponsorship gets your desired logo and advertisement exclusively on an entire team's jersey. In addition, the owner of the business (and spouse) gets free admission to any and all Little League games.


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2025-08-19 13:53:32 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports

CU joins Baptist World Alliance

Campbellsville University has joined the Baptist World Alliance, a fellowship of more than 53 million Baptists from 138 countries and territories globally.

CU was officially welcomed into the global body of Baptists during its Congress held in Brisbane, Australia in July. CU also joined the North American Baptist Fellowship, the regional entity for the BWA as a prerequisite to joining the BWA.


2025-08-19 12:05:55 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Campbellsville University

Kermus Andrew, 72, Adair County, KY

Kermus D. Andrew, 72, of Columbia, passed away Saturday, August 16, 2025 in Greensburg, KY.

Kermus was born in Jamestown, KY on August 6, 1953, a son of the late Bessie (Lee) and Roy Andrew. He was a farmer and mechanic.


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2025-08-19 12:04:43 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Weekend Revival at BCCC starts Aug 28

From Karen Selch

Barnett's Creek Community Church will have a Weekend Revival from Thursday night, August 28, 2025, through Sunday, August 31, 2025, starting at 6pmCT. Bro. Bodie Emerson will be preaching, and everyone is welcome.

Barnett's Creek Community Church is located at 1338 Barnett's Creek Rd., Columbia, KY.


2025-08-19 09:31:58 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Church News

Brady Button Memorial Golf Scramble set for Sept 19

The Lindsey Wilson men's basketball team will host the Brady Button Memorial Golf Scramble at The Pines at Lindsey Wilson Golf Course in Columbia on Friday, September 19, 2025.

Registration cost is $400 per team, or $500 with hole sponsorship and an athletic club membership. Prizes will be awarded to the top three finishing teams, as well as closest to the pin on select holes and the longest drive on the 18th hole.

Registration begins at 11amCT, followed by a shotgun start at NoonCT, on September 19.


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2025-08-19 09:16:50 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Lindsey Wilson University


Birthdays and Anniversaries for August 19
Happy Anniversary, Jennie and Chad Snider | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, 42nd U.S. President William Jefferson Clinton (1946) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Annette Keltner | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Cecil Beard (1939) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Charlie Barker | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, David Curtsinger | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Kristy Keene | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Krystal Barker | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Margaret Feese | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Nick Tupman | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Paul Davidson (1930) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Shea Martin | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Tommy Bryant (1961) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Tony Jessee | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Etta Mae Hazard, Campbellsville, KY (1926-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Charles Estes Crew, Russell Springs, KY (1955-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Charles Robert Lee Johnson, Columbia, KY (1960-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Terry Russell Brown, Adair Co., KY native (1950) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Alie Baker "A.B." Pharis, Cumberland Co., KY (1927) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Wilma Jean Hunt, Taylor Co., KY; Casey Co., KY native (1938) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Paul Davidson, Adair Co., KY (1930) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mr. Samuel Drye, 72, Taylor Co., KY (1940) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Julie Ann Crockett Costello, Adair Co. KY (1965) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Kathryn Taylor, 91, Adair County, KY (1921) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Tom McCubbin, Green County, KY (1936-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Jada Rose Rutheford Chumbley, Adair Co., KY (1977-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Albert Mann, Adair County, KY (1926-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Pauline Foley, 83, Russell Co., KY (1930-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Virginia (Jenny) Colyer Frost, Adair Co., KY (1958-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Fred Roalston Cravens, Casey County, KY (1934-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Pina Francis Ballard , Casey County, KY (1940-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Valta Cox Bland, 84, Taylor Co., KY (1930-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Tyler L. Brower, 27, Columbia, KY (1987-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, David L. McWhorter, Adair County, KY (1947-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mr. Dencil Ray Montgomery, Green Co., KY (1939-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mr. Grady Lewis Polston, 73, Burkesville, KY (!942-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, John Richard Moore, 77, Green County, KY (1938-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Christopher Long, 43, Burkesville, KY (1972-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mr. L.C. Reliford, Green Co., KY; Adair native (1929-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Vickie Phelps, 53, Adair Co., KY (1962-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Connie Butler Coleman, 71, Edmonton, KY (1944-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Elroy James Wilson, 67, Russell County, KY (1949-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Harold Chambers, 76, Metcalfe Co., KY (1941-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Joann Abston Buckner, 70, Greensburg, KY (1947-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Clarence Swears, 74, Campbellsville, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Cora Money Faulkner, 94, Campbellsville, KY (1926-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Dannie M. Kelley, 77, Columbia, KY (1946-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Eva White, 75, Campbellsville, KY (1946-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, James (J.C.) McFarland, 62, Russell Springs, KY (1958-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, James Russell McInteer, 87, Columbia, KY (1934-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, John Giles, 77, Columbia, KY (1945-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Joseph Hayden Robertson, 22, Russell Springs, KY (1999-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Juanita Kay Harrison, 76, Campbellsville, KY (1945-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Leona Crain, 73, Campbellsville, KY (1949-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lottie B. Mumphrey, 91, Campbellsville, KY (1931-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Micah Weddle, 83, Dunnville, KY (1939-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Barbara Kaye Neal, 53, Green Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Teresa Gail Stephens, 62, Edmonton, KY (1957-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Teresa Mann Creasman, 62, Russell Springs, KY (1958-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Tina Annissia Johnson, 49, Columbia, KY (1971-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Vontrice J. Brown, 90, Russell Co., KY native (1932-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)

Events scheduled for Tuesday, August 19, 2025
All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
8:00amCTColumbia-Adair County Economic Development Authority meeting | (ID:69269, Comment)
9:00amCTAdair Food Pantry, 203 South Monroe Street, Columbia, KY
Open 9am-12pmCT, Contact: Michele Fruth, Director, 270-250-5432 | (ID:69225, Comment)
Signup open for Trinity Church Food Pantry
To participate, you must call the church office at 270-384-3259. | (ID:69275, Comment)
5:00pmCTBasketball: ACMS Girls at Casey Co. | (ID:69130, Comment)

 































 
 
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