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Boil Water Advisory lifted From Columbia Adair Utilities District August 4, 2026 As of 8:42 am on August 4, 2026 the Boil Water Advisory for customers on Hwy 551 from intersection of North 55 to Plum Point bridge, Holmes Bend and all side roads, Keltner Rd, West Egypt Rd all side roads, Bull Run Rd, and Pelly Lane all side roads 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. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-08-04 09:54:39 | Comments
Board gives Superintendent strong evaluation By Mig Feuser / The Adair Progress Adair County Schools Superintendent Jason Faulkner again received strong marks in his annual performance evaluation, with four members of the Adair County Board of Education awarding him the highest possible rating in all seven evaluation standards. One board member submitted lower scores, reducing Faulkner's overall average to 3.5. Despite the differing evaluation, the board unanimously voted to accept the completed review during last week's meeting. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-08-03 22:02:30 | Comments | See topic Education
Agenda for Aug 4 School Board meeting From Carolee Lloyd Admin. Assistant to Superintendent/Human Resource Director Adair County Board of Education The Adair County School Board will meet in special session at 5pmCT on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at the Adair County Board of Education Building, 1204 Greensburg Street, Columbia, KY. The agenda includes approval of the revised 2026-2027 Adair County School Calendar and approval of proposed tax rates for 2026-2027. Meeting Agenda: Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-08-03 18:52:04 | Comments | See topic Local Government
Famous Adair Countians: Miss Xantippe (Tip) Saunders Reminder: Adair County Genealogical Society meetings are a great place to learn about Adair County History. The ACGS will be in regular session at 5pmCT on Monday, August 3, 2026, in the Adair Genealogy & History Research Center, 307 Greensburg Street, Columbia, KY. By Mike Watson Mary Ann Xantippe 'Tip' Saunders was born 1838 in Adair County, and died in 1922 at Louisville, Jefferson County. An artist of note in Louisville, she is known for her portraits and landscapes, some of which were painted in Adair County. Much might be told of Miss Tip, but the following from the newspapers upon her death will give an idea of her importance and connection to this county: Mark Twain's Cousin Dies Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-08-03 16:12:09 | Comments | See topic Mike Watson - History Events scheduled for today, August 4, 2026 All events are listed in Central Time. | Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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Aglow Lighthouse enjoys Back to School Bash By Rhea Allinson I'm thankful my group, Aglow Lighthouse Columbia, got to participate in the City of Columbia's Back to School Bash on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at the City Park on Fairground Street. We had all kinds of desserts we were able to give to kids of all ages. Michelle Young made some brownies and put candy eyes in them. One of my friends, Tanesha Wilham came by and grabbed one of the brownies that had an eye on it. She told her son Wyatt (the one getting his face painted), "Here you want a brownie? He says, "No that's got somebody's eye on it!" The Columbia Lighthouse Aglow International functions as a local gathering place for ministry and for women and men to fellowship, worship, and grow in deeper intimacy with God the Father, Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit. Aglow meets at different locations, depending on the event. Find more on facebook or by emailing aglowcolumbialighthouse@gmail.com. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-08-03 16:05:11 | Comments | See topic Church News
Blue Raider Band members show off new uniforms By Duane Bonifer The Lindsey Wilson University Blue Raider Band won't perform in their new uniforms until the football team's August 27, 2026, season-opener at Parnell Family Stadium. But a select group of people got to see some members of the Blue Raider Band show off the new musical outfits on Sunday, August 2, 2026, in the Blue Raider Band Building. "I'm super excited to have them, and I'm really thankful we have new uniforms," said Dante Eads '29, a biology major from Russell Springs, who plays saxophone in the band. "I'm glad to be part of it." The Blue Raider Band's new uniforms, which were voted on by the band members, feature the colors blue, white, gray, silver and black. The Lindsey Wilson Blue Raider logo is emblazoned on the uniform's left breast, and it is topped with a cavalier hat trimmed with a feather, which connects band members to the Lindsey Wilson athletics mascot, Blue Raider Bob, whose cavalier also includes a feather. In addition to the hats, the new uniforms also include rain jackets. Members of the color guard and the drum major also received new uniforms. "This is an amazing investment the university has made in you all," Lindsey Wilson Director of Bands Robert Palmer told the band members who attended the Sunday event. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-08-03 15:56:29 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University
ACSO: Activity Report for July 2026 From Sheriff Gary Roy Adair County Sheriff's Office The Adair County Sheriff's Department Activity Report for July 2026:
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Applications for fall dove quota hunts open Aug 3 From Lisa Jackson Frankfort, KY - The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources will host four dove quota hunts and four traditional mentor/youth dove quota hunts during the early part of dove hunting season, which opens on September 1, 2026. Hunters must submit applications for each of these dove quota hunts and will be randomly drawn depending upon availability. Applications will be accepted from 8amET on August 3, 2026, through 4:30pmET on August 21, 2026. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-08-03 15:44:20 | Comments | See topic Ky Afield Outdoors 
Fundraiser Yard Sale on Aug 8 at BCF From Veronica Arnold Berean Community Fellowship will be holding a fundraiser yard sale from 7:30amCT to 3pmCT on Saturday, August 8, 2026, at 5160 Adair Veterans Memorial Hwy in Columbia (at the southern end of the Bypass). All items have been donated, and all monies goes to building the sanctuary for the Berean Community Fellowship. There will be items from several different families, just in time for back to school! Items will be priced to bless families and so that ALL things get sold! Items for sale are numerous and varied, including kids clothes, women's clothes, men's clothes, shoes, bikes, furniture, books, games, puzzles. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-08-03 15:40:32 | Comments | See topic Church News
Splash Bash helps area families prepare for school year By Duane Bonifer More than 250 area residents prepared for the start of the 2026-27 school year by attending the sixth-annual WAIN Splash Bash on Saturday, August 1, 2026 at the Lindsey Wilson University Doris and Bob Holloway Health & Wellness Center. Participants enjoyed a free afternoon of fun that included complimentary food, inflatables and games, school supplies, haircuts, immunizations, and splishing and splashing in the Holloway Health & Wellness Center pools and hot tub. "This is one of our favorite days of the year because we get to partner with WAIN for such a great cause," said Tori Starks, Lindsey Wilson director of campus recreation. "I love being able to open our building to the community. This is such a great way to help students get off to a great start and give them a nice afternoon of activities." Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-08-03 08:30:19 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University
Letter: Ben Bland Floral designer schedule Beverly Wildman writes: Trying to find a schedule of floral designer Ben Land, where he will be making appearances or where he will be giving his testimony again there are women at our church that would like to get together and go and see him, hear him speak, meet him.If any CM readers can help, please use the CM Comment Form to send info. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-08-02 22:07:15 | Comments | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback 
Letter: A lovely walk down memory lane Narda Tate writes: Tommy Druen wrote absolute truth in his article. We each have our own path and no one else should ever feel compelled to walk the same way. Great article!Comments re: Tommy Druen: The cabbages were never the point Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-08-02 20:09:35 | Comments | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
KSP: Trooper plays pivotal role in rescue of injured bald eagle From Trooper Corey Jones London, KY - A Kentucky State Police (KSP) Trooper played a pivotal role in the rescue of a bald eagle. On June 30, 2026, the Kentucky State Police Post 11 London received a call about a juvenile bald eagle that was in distress and unable to fly near Collins Ln. in Corbin, KY. Trooper Trey Lovins responded, located the animal, and was able to capture the bald eagle. After being able to effectively capture the animal, KSP Post 11 made contact with Lake Cumberland Wildlife Refuge Liberty Nature Center, out of Somerset, KY, who specialized in rehabilitating raptors and birds of prey. Trooper Lovins transported the bald eagle to the nature center and released it into their care. Lake Cumberland Wildlife Refuge cared for the eagle, was able to rehab him, and on July 31, 2026, they were able to release him back to the wild. The young eagle was named "Trooper" in honor of the role that Trooper Lovins played in his rescue. KSP Troopers, along with Lake Cumberland Refuge employees and volunteers, were present at "Trooper's" release on Laurel Lake near the Holly Bay beach. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-08-02 20:01:06 | Comments Birthdays and Anniversaries for August 4 Happy Anniversary, Kathy and Keith Greer | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Richard and Sharon Hamlett | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Ronnie and Jane Grant (1972) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Barack Obama (1961) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Bobby Lynn Graves | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Cody Burkhardt | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Debbie Appleby King | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Felicia VanArsdale (1972) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jack Collins | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, John Tupman | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Lori Brandon | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Makenna Wheeler (2004) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Mary Keen | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Rhonda Bradshaw | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Rita Coomer | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Rosyln Sue Edwards | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Sierra Blackistone | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tennille Hughes | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tim Smith | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Trenton Keene | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Treyton Gist (2000) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Zynlee Everidge | (Updates/Corrections)View all birthdays and anniversaries for this month and next month on our Celebrations Page. Submit your birthday or anniversary using our Contact Form.
TJ Health Columbia celebrates 10 years service By Mig Feuser / The Adair Progress Employees, community leaders and guests gathered last week to celebrate a milestone that many in Adair County once feared might never come. T.J. Health Columbia marked its 10th anniversary with an open house and community celebration, recognizing a decade of expanding healthcare services while reflecting on the hospital's remarkable transformation since joining the T.J. Regional Health system in 2016. For many of those attending, the anniversary was more than a birthday celebration. It was a reminder of how much healthcare in Columbia has changed over the past decade. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-08-01 13:16:40 | Comments | See topic Health Care
Carol Perkins: Harvey and Me Previous Column: Vehicles and Mowing the Yard | Ticket info for Harvey at end of article By Carol Perkins Like so many occasions, I jumped right in and then later thought, "What have I done?" When I auditioned for the role of Veta Louise in the award-winning play (movie starring Jimmy Stewart), I didn't consider the time, talent, and dedication that this part would entail. I should have. I had played this part years ago when Barnlot performed it with Richard Duncan as Elwood Dowd, the man whose best friend was a six-foot rabbit. My only certainty was a renewed desire for acting; this character was "right up my alley." Veta is a wonderfully peculiar woman who has returned home to live with her eccentric brother, Elwood P. Dowd, played by Wesley Waddle, a familiar face at Barnlot. The role appealed to me because Veta feels like a blend of Carol Burnett's comic flair and my own personality. My age never crossed my mind. Never once did I consider the physical stamina my character endures. Fearlessly, I signed up and we began to practice and practice and more practice. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-08-01 11:10:44 | Comments | See topic Carol Perkins
Thankful for a harvest By Veronica Arnold As many farmers feel the pinch and squeeze of costs, there is also the anxiety while the harvest is on the ground waiting to be brought in. When it finally is in the barn, there is a joy and thankfulness that fills our hearts. As Farmers, we know God sends the rain and sunshine. We pray for good weather and offer prayers of thanksgiving during harvest. It is a beautiful sight to see. I am sure many readers can smell the picture of the hay in windrows. In Fairplay, Springhead Farm Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-08-01 10:46:46 | Comments
Kentucky Color: Golden Raintree By Billy Joe Fudge Sometimes referred to as the Chinese Lantern Tree, the Golden Raintree, is a great urban landscape tree. It is tolerant of heat and urban pollutants and at best only gets 30 to 40 feet tall. It has huge, beautiful, golden clusters of flowers in early Summer and develops showy clusters of paper-lantern-like seed pods that can be quite attractive in summer urban landscapes. However, as you might imagine, they can be quite messy with the falling seed pods. They are considered an invasive and will scatter into surrounding landscapes. But remember, there are drawbacks to all plants in urban landscapes and they require a little care and management to add value, beauty and comfort to your home and community. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-08-01 10:45:45 | Comments | See topic Kentucky Color by Billy Joe Fudge What's Cooking in Columbia Today Click restaurant names for hours, directions, and prices. Fiesta Mexico of Columbia 819 Jamestown St., Columbia KY. 270-384-6004. Hrs.: 10:30amCT daily; Sun, 11amCT Authentic Mexican Restaurant Tuesday Special: Quesadilla Verde Grilled flour tortilla stuffed with chicken or beef with cheese served with rice, lettuce, tomato & quacamole. $8.50 Black Stallion Steakhouse 202 Will Walker Rd., Columbia, KY. 270-380-1800. Open seven days a week 11am to 10pmCT. Nonsmoking. Credit cards accepted. Private rooms available. Full Bar Seating, Beer & Wine, 7-days a week Black Stallion is open today from 11amCT to 9pmCT! Betty's Country Cooking MENU | 2339 Campbellsville RD, Columbia, KY (MAP) Phone 270-384-5664 | Non-smoking. Breakfast served anytime. Credit Cards accepted. Betty's is open on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 6amCT to 8pmCT, and on Sunday from 8amCT to 3pmCT Acapulco Authentic Mexican Grill Columbia - Russell Springs - Nancy | Offering excellent, authentic Mexican food 7-days-a-week. Express specials five days a week, plus appetizers salads, soups, a children's menu and desserts! Try a dinner combination and choose from beef, pork, chicken, or seafood, or select a vegetarian combination anytime. Adair Senior Citizens Center 901 Hudson Street, Columbia, KY 42728. 8amCT to 2pmCT Monday through Friday. Phone 270-380-1899. JoAnn Smith, Director. Menu for Tuesday, August 4, 2026:
Tommy Druen: The cabbages were never the point Previous Column: Determination changes everything By Tommy Druen History tends to remember leaders for the battles they fought or the territories they conquered. We think of Napoleon, Alexander the Great, Genghis Khan. But the Roman Emperor Diocletian is remembered for something far more unusual. When he became emperor in 284 AD, the empire was teetering on collapse. Decades of political instability and economic decline had left Rome vulnerable to forces both internal and external. Over the next twenty years, Diocletian imposed reforms that restored order and fundamentally reshaped the empire. By any measure, he had become the most powerful man in the known world. Then, at the age of 62, he did the unthinkable. He voluntarily walked away from it all. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-08-01 10:44:51 | Comments | See topic Tommy Druen
KSP: Post 15 to conduct Traffic Safety Checkpoints From Trooper Jonathan Houk 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. Adair County checkpoint locations include: Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-08-01 10:40:25 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports
BRIGHT Kentucky to visit Columbia Aug 5 The City of Columbia is excited to host the BRIGHT Kentucky Program's visit to Columbia on August 5, 6, and 7, 2026. BRIGHT Kentucky is designed to build the capacity of next-generation leaders (average age 21-40) in the Appalachian region of Kentucky to innovate, collaborate, and advance community and economic development. The Columbia-focused portion of the event, which occurs on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, will include a "Welcome to our Community" by Mayor Hoots, State Representative Amy Neighbors, State Senator Max Wise, and Duane Bonifer, Assistant to the President for Communications and Marketing at Lindsey Wilson University. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-07-31 16:20:24 | Comments Last 10 Posted Obituaries:
Remembrances for August 4 In Memory Birthday, Dollie Pauline Grant, Glensfork, Adair Co., KY (1928-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Steve Lankford, Adair County, KY (1954-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James Thomas Jim Tom Milby, Summersville, KY (1957-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jessie D. Salyers, Liberty, KY (1934-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dellie Burton, Adair Co., KY (1920) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Shannon Anderson, Cumberland Co., KY (1971) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Grace Bybee Appleby Dobbs, Burkesville, KY (1920-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Marie Karnes, Taylor Co., KY (1915 - 2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jackson Lowe, Taylor County, KY (1939-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sallie Elizabeth Lowe Whitfield, Adair Co., KY native (1928-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jerry A. Reeder, 69, Russell Co., KY (1944-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lynn Tyree, Campbellsville, KY (1946-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ethelene Zachary, Casey County KY, age 100 (1915-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lillian Agnes Jeffries, Savoyard, KY (1922-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Arvus Eugene Kearns, 84, Russell Springs, KY (1931-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Hylen Norris, 88, Cumberland Co., KY (1928-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Luis Fernando Medrano Alcaraz, 21, Adair County, KY | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James R. Caulk, Taylor Co., KY (1930-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Debbie Bowles Walker, 57, Sulphur Well, KY (1959-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William Adam (Jack) Wooldridge, 87, Russell Co. KY (1929-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rickey Lynn Cooper, 68, Casey Co, KY/Russell Co., KY native (1948-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Cathy Ploss, 70, Breeding, KY/Niskayuna, NY native (1946-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Joyce Eileen Wall, 82, Casey County, KY (1934-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. James Wallace Lobb, Green County, KY (1936-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Charles Jennings Stines, 40, Green County, KY (1977-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, W. Lee Burton, Columbia, KY native (1948-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Clifton Wayne Burton, 83, Columbia KY (1936-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dr. James C. Salato, (August 4, 1917 - August 31, 1990) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Eldridge Cooper, 83, Russell Springs, KY (1937-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Irene (Cookie) Curtis, 77, Columbia, KY (1946-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James R. Propes, 77, Adair Co., KY native (1944-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Larry Ray Godsey, 74, Columbia, KY (1949-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lewis Ollie Ash, Adair Co., KY (1947) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Magdeline Farmer, 86, Knifley, KY (1938-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Marie (Smith) Curry, 92, Columbia, KY (1929-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Zella Mae Monroe, 76, Columbia, KY (1948-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) |
 
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