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Grave marker class postponed due to incoming rain From Mike Watson We had high hopes the rain would hold off, but... The gravestone cleaning class scheduled for NoonCT today, April 18, 2026, must be postponed. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-04-18 12:21:40 | Comments
Watch for Emmy Gonzalez in Special Op: Rent-A-Cop Adair County resident Emelita T. Gonzalez plays Ling Mah in director William Butler's latest action/comedy, Special Op: Rent-A-Cop, available to rent or buy digitally on April 14, 2026. The movie, which was was filmed in Louisville in December 2024, stars Billy Zane, Michael Jai White, and Colleen Camp. The story follows former Special Ops agent Belfry (Michael Jai White) as he escorts seniors on a Vegas trip, unaware his enemies plan to eliminate him during the journey. When he realizes the danger, a battle of wits ensues to protect the oblivious elderly travelers. Emmy Gonzaleze, who moved to Columbia from Atlanta, GA in 2019, has worked as actor or stuntperson on a number of movie projects dating back to 2016, including many projects with boyfriend Don Overstreet. Special Op: Rent-A-Cop is now streaming on Amazon Prime, Cineverse, Apple, Google, etc. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-04-18 12:09:20 | Comments | See topic Local Arts Scene
Baseball: Van Cleave shocks Vandy, Kentucky walks it off By Ryan Hoots Sports Director, UntdWeStnd.com Lexington, KY -- Baseball has a funny way of humbling you...then flipping everything upside down before you can even process what just happened. Braxton Van Cleave walked into tonight hitting .047. Not a typo. Four-seven. The kind of number that usually keeps you out of big moments, not puts you right in the middle of one. Every at-bat matters when it looks like that. Every swing feels more heavy. Then he delivered a moment nobody in Kentucky Proud Park tonight will forget. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-04-18 09:45:55 | Comments | See topic Sports 
Art students invited to enter I Voted sticker contest Secretary of State Michael Adams invites all Kentucky students to participate in the third annual "I Voted" sticker contest. The contest is open to all Kentucky students from kindergarten to 12th grade. To enter, students need to send in their best design for an "I Voted" sticker. The winning sticker design will be handed to voters in participating counties during the 2026 general election. "Will the face of Kentucky voters be a big green monster? You decide," said Adams. "Our youngest Kentuckians are ready to step up with their creative ideas to make November's election a success." Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-04-17 23:37:58 | Comments | See topic Local Government Events scheduled for today, April 18, 2026 All events are listed in Central Time. | Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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Worship Wednesday at CUMC on April 22 From Kyle Ballou Ignite Youth Ministries will present Worship Wednesday from 6:30pmCT to 7:30pmCT on April 22, 2026, at the Columbia United Methodist Church, 202 Burkesville Street, Columbia, KY. Join us for a night of refreshments, worship music, devotion, and open discussion! All ages welcome--children, youth, and adults! Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-04-17 19:12:32 | Comments | See topic Church News
BAVFD to hold 28th annual fundraiser May 2nd The 28th Annual Fish Fry & Bbq Chicken/Auction fundraiser will be held at the Breeding Area Volunteer Fire Department on Saturday, May 2, 2026. Serving begins 4pmCT. Meal price of $10 includes dessert and drink. Children 6-12, $5, Children 5 and under, FREE. Gospel Signing by the Blakeys will be from 3:30pmCT to 4:30pmCT. Candidate Forum: 4:30pmCT to 6pmCT. Auction begins at 6pmCT. If you would like to donate items for auction, you may bring them to BAVFD or call Chief Terry Harvey at 270-378-1807. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-04-17 19:09:35 | Comments
Boil Water Advisory issued From Columbia/Adair Utilities District Date Issued 04/17/2026, Time Issued 3:40pm A Boil Water Advisory is in effect for all consumers starting at 7979 to 10475 Knifley Road and all side roads, all of Hovious Ridge Road and all side roads, and all of Pikes Ridge Road and all side roads. The advisory has been issued due to a main line break. Following such an event, the potential exists for bacteriological contamination of the water supply therefore this Boil Water Advisory has been issued as a precautionary measure. Until further notice, boil all water used for drinking and cooking, bringing the water to a rolling boil for three minutes before using. This advisory will remain in effect until the situation has been corrected and test results have shown the water to be of an acceptable quality. For more information concerning the Boil Water Advisory, contact Bradley Miller at Columbia Adair Utilities District, 270-384-2181. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-04-17 19:07:04 | Comments
LWU honors 55 employees at dinner and awards ceremony By Shelby Burton The Lindsey Wilson University community celebrated its annual Employee Appreciation Week with a dinner and awards ceremony Wednesday, April 16, 2026, in Roberta D. Cranmer Dining and Conference Center. The event marked the first Employee Appreciation Week held since Lindsey Wilson officially became a university. 51 Lindsey Wilson employees were honored for celebrating five, 10, 20 or 30 years of service to the university, and four employees were also recognized for retiring from the university during the 2025-26 academic year. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-04-17 12:04:34 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University 
Adair Co. Public Safety Telecommunications Week proclamation From Bridget Compton Adair County Deputy Judge Executive, Road Administrative Assistant & Solid Waste Coordinator Adair County has proclaimed this Public Safety Telecommunications Week to honor the dedication and service of those currently serving as Adair County 911 Telecommunicators: Stephen Baker, Chloe Bradley, Ashley Buster, Laura Coffey, Skylar Coomer, Skylar Hare, Grant Loy, Fredia Melton, Tyler Moore, Derrick Murphy, Dustin Posey, Krystal Redmon, Jeramy Stearns, and Monica Tucker. Judge Bryant was joined at the proclamation signing on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, by 911 Director Derrick Murphy, 911 Dispatcher Laura Coffey, and Fredia Melton, who has been a 911 dispatcher for close to 20 years. The Proclamation reads: Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-04-17 11:08:11 | Comments
CPD interviewing Police Officer candidates From Evan Burton Chief of Police, Columbia Police Department The Columbia Police Department will be conducting in-house interviews for Police Officer candidates on Friday, April 17, and Thursday, April 23, 2026. These interviews are part of the department's hiring process to select a qualified recruit to serve the community of Columbia, Kentucky. The interview committee will consist of a diverse panel made up of law enforcement officials, city employees, and local citizens from the community. Each candidate will complete an interview consisting of ten (10) structured questions. A total of twelve (12) candidates successfully passed the Columbia Police Department Physical Fitness Testing and have advanced to the interview phase. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-04-17 10:57:22 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports
ACSO: Arrest in theft case From Sheriff Gary Roy Adair County Sheriff's Office On Thursday, April 16, 2026 Adair County Sheriff Deputies, responded to 3585 Liberty Road in reference to a reported theft. Through an investigation, deputies were able to locate stolen property and arrest two individuals. Arrests were made by Deputy Hunter Tweedy with assistance from Deputy Nick Barber and KSP Trooper Ford. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-04-17 10:54:47 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports
NOAA says 5th driest year to date on record NOAA's Climate Prediction Center has released its latest seasonal drought outlook for April 16, 2026 - July 31, 2026, showing where drought is expected to improve, worsen, or remain the same over the next 3 months. For Columbia, Kentucky, this week's U.S. Drought Monitor showed that conditions worsened from Moderate Drought (D1) to Severe Drought (D2). Drought conditions in our area are expected to remain but improve over the next 3 months. Columbia has been in drought for the past 2 week(s), since March 31, 2026. According to the NOAA data, Adair County experienced the 14th driest March on record (over the past 132 years), a decrease of 2.75 inches from normal, and the 5th driest year to date over the past 132 years (January-March 2026), a decrease of 5.62 inches from normal. View more Columbia drought information at drought.gov. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-04-17 09:16:12 | Comments
Student Entrepreneurs compete at LWU Business Expo By Venus Popplewell As a lifelong swimmer and member of the Lindsey Wilson University swim program, Clinton Eales has always been comfortable in the water. But it was a chance encounter while surfing that opened his eyes to a sobering reality, not everyone knows how to swim or save someone who can't. "A few years ago my friends and I were surfing and we noticed some people struggling in the water," said Eales, a Lindsey Wilson business administration junior from South Africa. It became very clear they were drowning. My friends and I were able to rescue those people but the experience stayed with me and that's how The Ripple Effect was born." Eales was the top winner at the Lindsey Wilson University Entrepreneurship Expo, held on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, in the Doris and Bob Holloway Health & Wellness Center. A total of 16 teams of 32 Lindsey Wilson students competed for top recognition at the annual business expo sponsored by the Lindsey Wilson Center for Entrepreneurship. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-04-17 08:59:51 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University Birthdays and Anniversaries for April 18 Happy Anniversary, Linda and Glenn Seaton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Phillip and Sharon Garmon (1970) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Alessa Grace Dial | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Ashton Stotts | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Brenda Bardin | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Caleb James Turner (2011) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Charlene Brock | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Cheryl Mitchum | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Doug DeRossett | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jade Coomer (1996) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Kenny Arnold | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Mia Stephens (2012) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Rayson Wesley Richard (2010) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Virginia Garner | (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.
Young leaders from Adair in state-level 4-H Summit By Katelynn M. Molesky / The Adair Progress It may not be the right time of year for summer camp yet, but that didn't stop a large group of Kentucky youth from gathering recently at the Lake Cumberland 4-H Camp in Jabez for the annual 4-H Summit. This weekend-long conference was designed to give middle school-aged 4-H members the opportunity to participate in hands-on classes across a wide range of topics - including science, public speaking, nutrition, car care, community service, and more. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-04-16 20:55:28 | Comments
Little League Park responsibilities outlined by City The City of Columbia is clarifying some information and details about the arrangement with the Adair County Little League due to numerous questions being directed to the city. The City of Columbia was contacted by the Adair County Little League in 2017; and, were requested to takeover operation of the Joe Johnson Little League Park. The City owns the two fields that were formally owned by the Little League. Fields #3 , #4, and the blue building are on land owned by the Columbia-Adair County Chamber of Commerce. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-04-16 12:38:35 | Comments | See topic Local Government
Monday, April 20 is last day to register to vote in primary The deadline to register to vote in the upcoming May Primary Election is Monday, April 20, 2026, at 4pm local time. Kentuckians can easily register or confirm their registration at govote.ky.gov. To be eligible to vote, Kentuckians must:
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State releases county unemployment data for January 2026 From Mike Clark/Kim Saylor Brannock Frankfort, KY - Unemployment rates fell in all 120 counties between January 2025 and January 2026, according to the Kentucky Center for Statistics (KYSTATS), an agency within the Kentucky Education and Labor Cabinet.
Woodford County recorded the lowest jobless rate in the commonwealth at 3.2%. It was followed by Todd County, 3.3%; Fayette County, 3.5%; Jessamine and Scott counties, 3.6% each; and Bourbon, Campbell, Graves, Harrison, Kenton and Oldham counties, 3.7% each. Wolfe County recorded the state's highest unemployment rate at 10.3%. It was followed by Lewis County, 8.8%; Magoffin County, 8.7%; Elliott County, 8.3%; Carter County, 7.6%; Martin County, 7.3%; Menifee County, 7.2%; Lawrence County, 6.8%; Jackson County, 6.6%; and Breathitt County, 6.4%. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-04-16 10:47:16 | Comments What's Cooking in Columbia Today Click restaurant names for hours, directions, and prices. Betty's Country Cooking MENU 2339 Campbellsville RD, Columbia, KY - Phone 270-384-5664. Bettys is open on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 6amCT to 8pmCT, and on Sunday from 8amCT to 3pmCT. Breakfast served anytime. Credit Cards accepted. Non-smoking. On the hot bar today, Saturday, April 18, 2026: Fiesta Mexico of Columbia 819 Jamestown St., Columbia KY. 270-384-6004. Hrs.: 10:30amCT daily; Sun, 11amCT Authentic Mexican Restaurant Saturday Special: Enchiladas Supremas 4 corn tortillas - 1 beef, 1 chicken, 1 cheese, 1 bean - topped with enchilada sauce, cheese lettuce, tomato & sour cream. $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! 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.
Letter: Thanks to Rodney White Steve Coomer writes: Thanks to Rodney White for a concise and timely article!Comments re: Letter: we are in unprecedented times in America Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-04-16 10:43:50 | Comments | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
CFR respond to Central Ave commercial structure fire From Chris Taylor, Chief Executive Director Fire-Rescue-EMS Campbellsville Fire-Rescue Campbellsville Fire-Rescue was dispatched to a report of a commercial structure fire on South Central Avenue in Campbellsville in the early hours of Thursday, April 16, 2026. Upon arrival, firefighters found heavy smoke and flames coming from the roof of the building. Firefighters located heavy fire on the main floor, attic and a small fire in the basement. Firefighters extinguished the fire and provided overhaul.
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KBC Blood Drive on April 28 There will be a community blood drive from 1pmCT to 5pmCT on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at the Columbia Church of Christ Fellowship Hall, 501 Jamestown Street, Columbia. Those who give blood at this drive will receive a KBC T-shirt (while supplies last). Appointments are preferred but walk-ins are welcome. To schedule a donation, visit kybloodcenter.org or call 800.775.2522. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-04-16 10:37:32 | Comments | See topic Health Care Last 10 Posted Obituaries:
Remembrances for April 18 In Memory Birthday, Judy Mae (Giles) Pyles, Knifley, KY (1952-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James Gary Dooley, Campbellsville, KY (1958-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Catherine Henderson Morrison, Greensburg, KY (1930-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lisa Jean (Kerr) Walden, Tompkinsville, KY (1983-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Thomas Cundiff, Campbellsville, KY (1924-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jimmy Dale Coomer (1949) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Clara Dean Brockman, Taylor Co., KY (1936-2009) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Shelby Hunt, Taylor Co., KY (1935) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rick Taylor, Burkesville, KY (1959) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Steve (S.L.) Reynolds, Taylor Co., KY (1931) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Roy Edward Capps, Burkesville, KY (1923) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Geary E. Newcomb, Taylor Co., KY (1932) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Geneva Raffety, Taylor County, KY (1921) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Johnny Lee Grant, Adair County, KY (1949) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Janis Murphy Lynn, Casey Co., KY (1938-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Paul Wesley, Casey County, KY (1917-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Helen Strong, Casey County, KY (1928-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Opal Ann Minton, 45, Jamestown, KY (1970-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Norris L. Long, 89, Jamestown, KY (1926-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Frances Romine Gilpin, Taylor Co., KY (1935-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Hattie Elizabeth Bagby Edmonds, KY, Green County, KY (1936-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Millie J. Knight, Russell County, KY (1936-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, John B. McKinney, 77, Scottsville, KY (1939-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dortha Rosa Coker Grider, 81, Casey Co., KY (1933-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Allie Harris Emerson, 98, Russell County, KY (1919-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bobby Louis Veatch, 46, Taylor County, KY (1971-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Donna Maness Briscoe , 64, Green County, KY (1954-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Betty Jean Greer, Columbia, KY (1959-2016) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Billy Gosser, 83, Russell Springs, KY (1936-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Charles Lenwood Gore, Russell Springs, KY (1944-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Clarence Coffey, Russell Co. (1918-2001) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, David Ray Akin, Green County, KY (1976-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Donna Sue Furkin, 57, Columbia, KY (1968-2026) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ernest Irvin | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Frances Shreve Bright, Taylor County, KY (1921-2013) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Geneva Melson, Russell County, KY (1937-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Hartsell Hodges (1924-2002) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Haskin Allen 'Hack' Rowe, Adair County, KY (1935-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Howard Mitchell Callahan, 89, Demossville, KY (1930-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James Douglas (JD) Barlow, Sr., Summer Shade, KY (1936-2014) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Madonna J. Yeadon, Russell County, KY (1937-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Martha L. Overfelt, 88, Green Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Ann Daly Taylor, 78, Cumberland County, KY (1940-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Maurice Leon Shearer, 89, Columbia, KY (1935-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Paul Harmon, 55, Campbellsville, KY (1967-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) |
 
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