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Daily News for Wednesday, April 1, 2026
Easter Services at Bethlehem Separate Baptist Church From Dylan Gentry Celebrate Easter Sunday with us on Sunday, April 5, 2026, as we gather to rejoice in the hope and joy of the resurrection. The day will begin with a special Sunrise Service at 6amCT, followed by Sunday School at 10amCT and Worship Service at 11amCT. We would love for you and your family to join us for this meaningful day of worship and fellowship at 3722 KY-80, Russell Springs, KY 42642, near the Adair-Russell County line. Come be part of a wonderful Easter celebration--we would be delighted to welcome you. 2026-04-01 23:04:59 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Church News
Child Abuse Prevention Month opens with KY Capitol tradition From Jill Seyfred Frankfort, KY - Prevent Child Abuse Kentucky (PCAK) marked the start of Child Abuse Prevention Month on March 31, 2026, with its annual Pinwheel Planting Ceremony at the Capitol in Frankfort. Joined by PCAK staff, board members, and community partners, Governor Andy Beshear delivered remarks and launched the Pinwheels for Prevention campaign. Each April, the initiative brings silver and blue pinwheels to communities across the Commonwealth to raise awareness about child abuse and neglect. Held in the English Garden, the event brought together hundreds of advocates and community leaders for the ceremonial planting. Each blue and silver pinwheel planted, the national symbol for child abuse prevention, represents a commitment to protecting Kentucky's children, supporting families, and ensuring every child has the healthy childhood they deserve. "This event is critical to raise awareness. There is far too much child abuse in this country, and in this world, and as responsible adults, we all have a duty to stop it," Gov. Andy Beshear said. "Somewhere out there is a child who needs our help, and we need to make sure that people know the warning signs." Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-04-01 23:02:24 | Comments | Printable version
Mobile Substance Abuse Education trailer visits ACMS By Sheriff Gary Roy Adair County Sheriff's Office The Adair County Sheriffs Office collaborated with the Kentucky State Police to bring the Mobile Substance Abuse Education trailer to Adair County Middle School students on Wednesday, April 1, 2026. Our School Resource Officer, Deputy Josh Brockman, and KSP Public Affairs Trooper Jonathan Houk guided 8th-grade students through the trailer, showcasing realistic displays of various substances while educating them about the dangers of narcotics, alcohol, tobacco, and vaping products. We extend our gratitude to Deputy Brockman, Trooper Houk, and the Adair County Middle School administrators for facilitating this event. We remain committed to combating drug abuse through enforcement, rehabilitation, and education. 2026-04-01 22:56:13 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
Farmers Market opens April 4 From Donna Jones April has arrived, that could only be mean one thing: time for Farmers Market on the Square to return and open for the 2026 season! Our market offers locally grown produce, locally baked goods and many locally handmade crafts, always lots to choose from. The market will open on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at the corner of Campbellsville Street and Merchant Street in Columbia. Hours are 8amCT to 1pmCT each Saturday until the end of October. Grab a friend or family member and come see us Saturday at the market, we welcome everyone, lets make this the biggest opening Saturday ever. See You Saturday! 2026-04-01 22:50:29 | Comments | Printable version
Prevent child abuse, strengthen our community Whereas, National Child Abuse Prevention Month will be recognized throughout the United States, as well as in the Commonwealth of Kentucky during the month of April, 2026: and Preventing child abuse and neglect is a community problem that depends on involvement among people throughout the community; and Child abuse and neglect can be reduced by making sure each family has the support they need to raise their children in a healthy environment; and Child abuse is considered to be one of our nation's most serious public health problems with scientific studies documenting the link between the abuse and neglect of children and a wide range of medical, emotional, psychological and behavioral disorders; Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-04-01 11:54:53 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
Casey Marie Caldwell, 47, Russell County, KY Casey Marie Caldwell, of Jamestown, passed away at home surrounded by her family, on Monday, March 30, 2026. She was 47 years of age. Born August 21, 1978, in Anderson, Indiana, she was a daughter of the late Dana Shaw and Ruthanne Cain Bennett. Casey had an outgoing personality with a tremendous sense of humor. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-04-01 11:51:26 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Tamara Gayle Burkhart, 51, Casey County, KY Tamara Gayle Burkhart, age 51, of, Liberty, KY, passed away on Saturday March 21st, 2026. She was born December 24, 1974, in Somerset, KY, a daughter of Jerry Gayle Hamilton and the late Constance Black Hamilton. Tamara was a former nurse. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-04-01 11:50:37 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Place Names in Adair County: families memorialized Place Names - How communities got their names By Michael C. Watson Adair County Genealogical Society Family names are memorialized in communities throughout Adair County: Absher community and post office for Rev. William Henry Harrison Absher. The community and existing church were known as Egypt at least in the 1840s and 1850s well before the post office was created. Bliss was a post office and community in the 1890s. It was named for Professor James L. Bliss--or Mrs. Bliss, nee Nannie Frances Shephard--who operated a school locally in the Turk community. Breeding community and post office were named for George Breeding, a Revolutionary veteran and ancestor of most of that name in the area. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-04-01 11:33:07 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Mike Watson - History
LWU Singers to perform April 17 at Crestwood UMC By Duane Bonifer The Lindsey Wilson University Singers will take the American Songbook on the road for a special concert at 6pmCT on Friday, April 17, 2026, at Crestwood United Methodist Church, 7214 Kavanaugh Road, Crestwood, KY. The Singers' performance is part of Crestwood UMC's Ruth Ann Beard Concert Series. The ticketless performance is free and open to the public. "This will be a wonderful opportunity for our students to perform to a new audience," said Jennifer Bersaglia, Lindsey Wilson director of choral activities who leads the Lindsey Wilson Singers. "Our students are honored to be invited to perform in a concert series. It is a wonderful opportunity for them." Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-04-01 10:24:35 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Lindsey Wilson University
Letter: Removal needed, not pruning Billy Joe Fudge writes: Pruning is not an option for mature trees that are suffering from chronic urban blight. The asphalt covers their roots on one side and looks like a pasture field which means the soil is compacted on the other side. Compacted soils cannot readily absorb rainfall and since there are few spaces in the soil to store the moisture, the tree limbs are dying which means the trees are dying.Comments re: Running the Gauntlet 2026-04-01 10:15:17 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
ACSO: Traffic stop leads to drug charges From Sheriff Gary Roy Adair County Sheriff's Office Adair County Sheriff's Deputies made a traffic stop on April 1, 2026, that resulted in the arrest of two Columbia people on charges including possession and DUI. The arrests were made by Deputy Josh Durbin and Chief Deputy Brandon Hitch, who were assisted on scene by Officers Bunch and Ginn of the Columbia Police Department. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-04-01 10:12:34 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Words of Wisdom for April 1, 2026 From Miss Donna Rieder "Age and treachery will always overcome youth and skill." Donna Rieder's Clifty Creek Farm is located at 3190 White Oak Church Rd, Russell Springs, KY. You can reach Donna by email at cliftycreekkikos@aol.com, or on the Clifty Creek Farm Facebook page. 2026-04-01 10:05:12 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today
KSP Post 15 to Conduct Traffic Safety Checkpoints COLUMBIA, Ky. (April 1, 2026) - Kentucky State Police Post 15 will be conducting periodic traffic safety checkpoints in the Post 15 area, which includes Green, Taylor, Marion, Washington, Russell, Casey, Adair, Metcalfe, Monroe, Clinton, and Cumberland counties. These checkpoints will be conducted as part of Post 15's highway safety efforts. Troopers will be checking for violations of Kentucky traffic and regulatory laws, including, but not limited to, motor vehicle equipment safety, driver licensing, motor vehicle registration, child restraints, and operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of intoxicants. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-04-01 09:04:08 | Comments | Printable version Birthdays and Anniversaries for April 1 Happy Anniversary, Mitch and Carol Parker (1967) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Ricky and Tammy Bledsoe (1985) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Roy and Shannon Biggs (1970) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Tony & Rebecca Beard (2006) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Woody and Traci Sharpe (2000) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Arlena Cape | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Christine Forrest | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Dallas Fair (1993) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Eli Roy | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jacob Davis | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jaykob Robert MaKhaine Lee (1999) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Ruby Pollard | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Traci Pooler | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Truman Tyler Kemp (1997) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Veronica Mouser | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Walker Karnes (2002) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Vonda Mae (Popplewell) Fizer, Russell Co., KY native (1942-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Marcia Carole Bradshaw, Columbia, KY (1936-2020) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Cynthia Warriner Russell Co. KY (1960) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Johnnie Frank Darnell, Adair Co., KY (1937) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Clesbie Black, Russell Co., KY (1918) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jewell Tarter White, Casey Co., KY (1923) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Frances Scott Ponder, Cumberland Co., KY (1936)> | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Willie Ray Shipp, Taylor Co, KY (1932) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Vernon Money, Cumberland Co., KY (1917> | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lottie Alexander, Adair County, KY (1944) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Edward Vaughn Hines, Windsor, KY (1954-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Exie Hall Gumm, Summersville, KY (1923-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Hilda Jean Ellis, 79, Russell Co., KY (1934-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James Horace (Jim) Hogan , Taylor County, KY (1949-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bettie Jewell Hancock Burton, Taylor Co., KY (1943-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Tressie Hunt, Taylor County, KY (1926-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ruby Dale Pollard, 65, Columbia, KY (1950-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Patsy Ann Tarter Naamani, Casey County, KY (1953-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ray F. Thomas, 72, Columbia, KY (1943-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Tommy (Slim) Glen Murley, 84, Monroe Co., KY (1932-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Arvester (R.V.) Stephens, 82, Russell Co., KY (1934-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Nabuko M. Wilson, 84, Dunnville, KY (1932-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Jesse R. (Kettle Creek Jack) Anderson, Monroe Co., KY (1922-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Violet Lynn, 81, Casey County, KY (1935-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kenneth Vibbert, 66, Cumberland Co., KY (1950-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Clifford Howard Hamm, 86, Casey Co., KY (1930-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Charles T. Allen, 64 Taylor County, KY (1953-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ethan Marion Gaskins, 66, Metcalfe Co., KY/Adair Co. native (1951-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kanna Diane Smith, 20, Russell County, KY (1998-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bro. Randall McPherson, 90, Cumberland County, KY/Monroe Co. native (1928-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, April Hale, 13, Casey County, KY (2007-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Brenda Baker, 66, Albany, KY (1958-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Carl Oneil Coffey, Jr., 75, Columbia, KY (1945-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Clora (Lucille) Stotts, 89, Columbia, KY (1934-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, David Arlin Wilson, 60, Russellville, KY (1960-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Gerald Dean Foster, 62, Burkesville, KY (1958-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Louie D. Loy, 79, Columbia, KY (1944-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Marcum, 104, Campbellsville, KY (1916-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rollen Coomer, Adair County, KY (1934-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Stephen L. Gadberry, 61, Columbia, KY (1962-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Willard D. (Pop) Parnell, 98, Adair Co., KY native (1927-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Wednesday, April 1, 2026 All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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