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Daily News for Tuesday, November 25, 2025
Pharmaceutical companies may sell drugs direct U.S. patients currently face the highest prescription drug prices in the world. Several drug manufacturers are reported to begin selling certain prescription medicines directly to American patients and discount other high-priced drugs. According to Reuters, AstraZeneca, Bristol-Myers Squibb, Eli Lilly, Novo Nordisk and other drugmakers have agreed to discount certain drugs for taxpayer-funded Medicaid plans and sell other drugs directly through their websites for cash-paying customers, bypassing pharmacies and pharmacy benefit managers. 2025-11-25 23:30:06 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Health Care
Bruce Neal Hogue, 58, Russell County, KY Bruce Neal Hogue, of Jamestown, passed away on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at his home. He was 58 years of age. Born on November 5, 1967, in Somerset, he was a son of the late Vernon and Myra Wesley Hogue. Bruce had several professions in life. He was a finance manager and a local business owner, among other ventures as well. He loved hunting, fishing, and playing golf. Bruce was a person who never met a stranger, who deeply loved his family and friends. He loved animals, especially his beloved dog, Spanky. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-11-25 23:23:39 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Jerald Eugene Reynolds, 82, Green County, KY Jerald Eugene Reynolds of Summersville, Kentucky son of the late William Goebel Reynolds and Velma Lillian Riddle Reynolds, was born on Saturday, July 17, 1943 in Adair County and departed this life on Sunday, November 23, 2025 at his home following a long and courageous battle with Parkinson's disease. He was 82 years, 4 months, and 6 days of age. He had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of Liberty Separate Baptist Church. He was a graduate of Adair County High School, then went on to serve in the military. He served his country honorably, having served in the United States Army where he was stationed in Korea. His military service continued for many years as a dedicated member of the Army National Guard, from which he eventually retired with honor. He went on to retire from International Harvester/Navistar. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-11-25 23:22:42 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
LWU Band to perform at Columbia United Methodist on Dec 7 The Lindsey Wilson University Band, under the direction of music professor Robert Palmer, will give a free concert at Columbia United Methodist Church at 12:30pmCT on Sunday, December 7, 2025. The 40-minute concert will feature a mix of holiday and traditional concert pieces, and the public is invited to attend. Columbia United Methodist Church is located at 202 Burkesville St., Columbia, KY. 2025-11-25 18:18:23 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Lindsey Wilson University
TJ Samson gets straight-As for patient safety From Stacey Biggs Glasgow, KY - T.J. Samson Community Hospital was awarded an "A" Hospital Safety Grade for the fifth consecutive time by The Leapfrog Group, an independent national nonprofit watchdog focused on patient safety. This designates T.J. Samson as a "Straight A" hospital, defined as hospitals that have an A for fall 2025 and have sustained that grade for the last five or more grading rounds. This select group represents around 12% of all eligible hospitals in the nation, and only 2% in Kentucky. "Achieving our fifth consecutive 'A' Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade is a remarkable accomplishment, and it speaks to the dedication, skill, and compassion of our providers and staff," said Neil Thornbury, CEO of T.J. Regional Health. "Being recognized as a Straight A hospital--a distinction earned by only 2% of hospitals in Kentucky and 12% nationwide--reinforces our commitment to safety and quality at every level of care. I'm incredibly proud of our team for the excellence they deliver every day." Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-11-25 15:55:49 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Health Care
Hanging of the Greens at RSCC From Vicki Lynn Brown "Unto Us a Savior is Born." Certainly worth celebrating, wouldn't you agree? Please plan to join us at Russell Springs Christian Church as we host our "Hanging of the Greens" at 6pmCT on Sunday, November 30, 2025. Come spend the evening with us for a special program of beautiful music and the inspiring story of our Saviour's birth as we prepare our hearts and our church for the Christmas season. Refreshments will be served after the program. We hope to see you and your family and friends there. Merry Christmas! Russell Springs Christian Church is located at 315 Main St, Russell Springs, KY. 2025-11-25 15:52:06 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Church News
Letter: Remembering Mary Fay Smith Olene Grider writes: So sorry for your loss I know the heart ache. My Daughter and your precious daughter were friends in grade school sending up prayers for comfort.Comments re: Mary Fay Smith, 51, Columbia, KY (1974-2025) 2025-11-25 15:49:07 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
LWU Department of Theatre to present A Holiday Cabaret By Duane Bonifer A Christmas classic will return to Lindsey Wilson University during the first week of December. The Lindsey Wilson University Department of Theatre will present "A Holiday Cabaret" at 7pmCT on Thursday and Friday, December 4-5, 2025, and at 2pmCT on Sunday, December 7, 2025, at V.P. Henry Auditorium. Admission to the production is a can or a box of non-perishable food. Cash donations will also be accepted. To purchase tickets, visit cur8.com or contact the Lindsey Wilson Theatre Department at theatre@lindsey.edu or 270-384-8044. The 90-minute musical review will feature songs and music of the holiday season that "are guaranteed to get audience members in the Christmas spirit," said Lindsey Wilson theatre professor Robert Brock, who is the show's production manager. A Holiday Cabaret, which will feature performances by Lindsey Wilson students and staff, will be directed by graduate assistant Kassidy Phelps '24. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-11-25 15:43:27 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Lindsey Wilson University
City of Columbia thanks those who help stock Blessing Boxes From Trey Stephens City of Columbia | Assistant to the Mayor On Monday, November 24, 2025, several blessing boxes throughout greater Columbia were restocked with donated food goods. The City would like to thank Paul and Cathy Abell for their hard work distributing the goods. The City would also like to thank all that have and continue to donate to various food drives all across Columbia and Adair County. For those with a need in addition to the blessings boxes around the community the Adair County Food Pantry will be open 9am-12pm on Tuesday as well as several other food and dinner giveaway events through the holiday weekend. JOY Ministries is one of many resources that our community is blessed to have to serve those in need around Columbia not only during the holidays but year around. Below is a list of the blessing boxes, their sponsor, and locations: Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-11-25 15:36:39 | Comments | Printable version
Christmas at ACES Vendor Fair on Dec 6 From Ellen Zornes, Executive Director Columbia-Adair County Chamber of Commerce The Christmas at ACES Vendor Fair and Pictures with Santa will be held from 8amCT to 2pmCT on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at Adair County Elementary School, 870 Indian Dr, Columbia, KY. Admission is $5 per person, and children 12 and under are free. There's still time for vendors to sign up for the event. Booth spaces run between $100 and $220, depending on size and power needs. More information and an application are available at docs.google.com. 2025-11-25 15:12:19 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Christmas
City Hall Thanksgiving Schedule From Tiffany Collins City of Columbia City Hall will be closed on Thursday, November 27, 2025, and Friday, November 28, 2025, in observance of Thanksgiving. The City of Columbia would like to wish everyone a safe and Happy Thanksgiving. There is a drop box located in the back of City Hall for off-hours payments, and the Sanitation Department will run on regular schedule this week. 2025-11-25 13:36:30 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
His Heart to sing at Cane Valley Christian on Nov 30 From Nancy Cundiff His Heart will be singing at Cane Valley Christian Church at 10:15amCT on Sunday, November 30, 2025. Bro Godfrey Jackson and congregation invite everyone to attend. Cane Valley Christian Church is located at 2250 Cane Valley Road, Columbia, KY. 2025-11-25 10:12:21 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Church News
Carols on Main with Russell Springs Christian Church From Vicki Lynn Brown Remember how exciting it was to go caroling with friends and family? At Russell Springs Christian Church, we want to you join us for "Carols on Main" at 5pmCT on Sunday, December 14, 2025, as we sing all of your, and our, Christmas favorites. Our wish is to fill our church and the Main Street area with the glorious sound of laughter and Christmas carols. Come join the fun and fellowship. Soups and sandwiches will be served as well. Merry Christmas! Russell Springs Christian Church is located Downtown at the corner of Main and College, at 315 Main St, Russell Springs, KY. 2025-11-25 10:09:45 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Christmas
Lindsey Wilson announces Phil Hanna Cultural Affairs Series Gifts of more than $100,000 will support university's efforts to attract artists, authors, musicians and speakers to campus. By Duane Bonifer For more than 20 years, the late Phil Hanna helped enhance Lindsey Wilson University's living-learning environment by leading the Lindsey Wilson Cultural Affairs Series. Now, thanks to several major gifts, the series he led will now bear his name -- the Phil Hanna Cultural Affairs Series. Recent gifts to the Cultural Affairs Series fund total more than $100,000, which will support an annual budget to bring speakers, musicians, authors and artists to campus. The largest gift comes from Hanna's estate. "These gifts -- as well as future gifts to the Phil Hanna Cultural Affairs Series endowment fund -- will significantly enhance the university's cultural affairs programming," said Lindsey Wilson Vice President for Academic Affairs Ray Lutgring. "The gifts will have an impact not only on our campus but also on the greater community as well, as Lindsey Wilson continues to strive to provide cultural affairs programming that appeals to both our students as well as to area residents." Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-11-25 10:01:01 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Lindsey Wilson University
Huge Christmas Celebration in Greensburg on Dec 5 From Karen Roland Light Up Greensburg is scheduled for 4:30pmCT on Friday, December 5, 2025, and the Annual Greensburg Christmas Parade will begin at 5:30pmCT. The Green County Arts Council, in coordination with the City Of Greensburg, is creating a small town Christmas to remember, featuring events and activities for kids of ALL ages, young and old, as early as 10amCT on December 5. The themed celebration "Making Memories" begins with a Winter Wonderland Boutique Market, from 10amCT to 5pmCT, at the Community Center at 110 N. 1st Street, Greensburg, KY. Come shop local with unique and hand-made or crafted goods for the special people in your life (or treat yourself!). The FREE Ice Rink opens at 1pmCT on Court Street in front of City Hall and will be open til 7pmCT. The Green County Arts Council and the City of Greensburg would like to express their thanks to Jane Todd Crawford Hospital for their sponsorship of the ice skating rink for Christmas On The Square. Their support will provide a wonderful opportunity this holiday season for the community. We invite everyone to enjoy this event on Friday December 5, 2025. Of course, all that shopping and skating will work up that holiday appetite for goodies and home-made treats. Opening at 1pmCT, will be the Gingerbread Bakery, in the old city clerk building near the footbridge, featuring irresistible baked goods and candies. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-11-25 09:55:41 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Christmas
KSR will broadcast live from new Franklin Ford Wednesday From Dan Franklin The public is invited to join the Franklin family for a very special event Wednesday morning, November 26, 2025 for KSR live! Kentucky Sports Radio will broadcast live from 8am-11amCT at the new location, 3211 Adair Veterans Memorial Hwy, Columbia, KY. 2025-11-25 01:22:51 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports Birthdays and Anniversaries for November 25 Happy Anniversary, Kevin and Shelly Jenkins (1989) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Steven T. and Teresa A. Grider (2012) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Amanda Gabehart | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Chase Willis | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Debby Manning | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Donald Bennett | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Evan Pike (1999) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Rebecca Jo Montgomery (1998) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Robert "Mr. Bob" Jeffries, (1934) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Scott Lee | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Shirley Nash | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Steve McKinney | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tim Olson | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Grace Davis Feese, Columbia, KY (1922-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Nathaniel Merlin Wagler, Green Co., KY (1992-2010) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, John Lackey, Campbellsville, KY (1951) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Omer (C.B.) Houk, Green County, KY (1930-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Molly Propes, Casey County, KY (1948-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Charles Earl Brock, Casey Co., KY (1949-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dianne Glass Wise, 68, Cumberland Co., KY (1945-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Johnnie (Bill) Myers, Taylor County, KY (1922-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Phillip (Buddy) Eller, 69, Russell Co., KY (1945-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Elva Ethel Allen, 71, Hustonville, KY (1943-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Pauline Hammonds, 88, Columbia, KY (1927-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Chester Shirk, 10 weeks, Casey Co., KY, (2015-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Emma Jean Grider, 65, Casey County, KY (1950-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sarah Evelyn Conover Carter, 86, Adair Co., KY (1930-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sylvia Mae Coffman Tapscott, Casey Co., KY (1946-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Donald Lee Lawson, Bowling Green, KY (1968) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Clyde Wesley, Casey County, KY native (1944-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Arlis Turner, 63, Columbia, KY (1943-2007) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James Roy Luttrell, 78, Liberty, KY (1942-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Johnnie Tarter, 81, Columbia, KY native (1941-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Robert (Bob) Hadley, 78, Columbia, KY native (1942-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ruth Ann Bottom Antle, 76, Russell Springs, KY (1938-2014) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ruth Ann Smith, 78, Columbia, KY (1946-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sharon Hopper Hart, 64, Russell Springs, KY (1957-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Tommy Mills, 76, Greensburg, KY (1939-2016) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Tuesday, November 25, 2025 All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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