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Addressing the Lost Pet Dilemma By Donna Rieder Almost daily, I see photos of lost or found pets on Columbia Magazine, the Green River Animal Shelter Facebook page, or on social media in general. Most of the time, these animals look well-cared-for; they're obviously somebody's pet. Some even have collars, but no tags. And too often the post reads something like this; "If we can't find the owners, we'll adopt them out." As an animal owner, I can imagine all the emotions a person can feel when a pet is lost: grief, anxiety, fear, regret, even guilt ("I KNEW better than to leave that door open just to run out to the mailbox, this is all my fault."). Fortunately, there's a simple answer: have your pet microchipped. Since your pet can't talk, when they get lost, it's usually not a good outcome. Being separated from their familiar place and people is stressful and dangerous. If they're fearful of strangers, their ability to get reunited with their owners is even slimmer. You love your pets and are responsible enough to get them spayed or neutered, get their vaccines, and provide them with food, shelter and love. They become part of the family and losing one can be devastating. So why not spend that extra money and get them microchipped? Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-05-14 16:17:59 | Comments
Service Officer Visit on May 21 From Joe Hare On Thursday 21 May 2926, Doc Cook the VFW service officer will be at the Columbia VFW post beginning at 10 AM CDT. This service is available to any veteran needing help with a claim. Please bring your recent paper work from VA for any other claims. If you wish to apply for admission into the VA system bring a copy of your DD-214. The post is located at 500 Greenhills Road, Columbia, Ky 42728. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-05-14 16:14:22 | Comments | See topic Veterans and Veterans Day
Early voting continues at Adair Annex The Adair County Clerk's office is closed today, Thursday, due to a plumbing issue, but early voting is in full swing today. There are no interruptions to voting - we are open for voter information as well as for ballot drop off. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-05-14 15:17:26 | Comments 
Writers' Day 2026 - celebrating our stories By Stephen Rodriguez My brother knocked down stalks. "Come on, keep up!" He wiped his sleeve across his nose and sniffled. Somehow we were sure of where we were but still unsure. Our dad had let us wander. He'd told us, "At the center of the maze they made a clearing--candy, drinks, and pizza! Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-05-14 14:57:54 | Comments | See topic Local Arts Scene 
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Agenda for May 14 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting From Tiffany Collins Assistant City Clerk, Planning and Zoning Administrator The Columbia Planning and Zoning Commission will meet in regular session at 6pmCT on Thursday, May 14, 2026, in City Hall, 116 Campbellsville Street, Columbia, KY. Meeting Agenda: Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-05-14 13:44:58 | Comments | See topic Local Government
Local projects funded for recycling, hazardous waste disposal From Robin Hartman Frankfort, KY - On Thursday, May 14, 2026, Gov. Andy Beshear announced $6 million in grants for projects aimed at reducing solid waste in landfills and improving the management of hazardous household waste. The funding, which comes from state dollars supported through the Kentucky Pride Fund, will be provided to municipalities, universities and fiscal courts for 68 projects across the commonwealth. The Adair County Fiscal Court was awarded $15,000.00 for household hazardous waste disposal events, and the Russell County Fiscal Court was awarded $13,520.00 for the purchase of recycling equipment. "For years, this initiative has helped reduce the amount of waste piling up in our landfills," Gov. Beshear said. "By continuing to take proactive steps, we are making sure we are keeping Kentucky safe and clean for our kids and grandkids." The program awards three types of grants: Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-05-14 13:40:47 | Comments
Columbia-Adair EDA to meet May 20 From Larry Walker, Chairman Columbia-Adair County Economic Development Authority The Columbia-Adair County Economic Development Authority Board will hold the next monthly meeting at 8amCT on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at the Welcome and Development Center, 201 Burkesville Street, Columbia, KY. Meeting Agenda: Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-05-14 13:30:53 | Comments | See topic Local Government
Make a Positive Impact By Mike Watson Spring is here and many seasonal things must be tackled in the great scheme of life. I'm not referring to lawn care, gardening, general household maintenance, nor the many other tasks that this time of year brings. No, I'm referring to our family cemeteries--the upkeep of the 'silent cities' or our loved ones; the final resting places of our revered ancestors, the makers of our history. Spring brings new growth. Before it takes hold of your rural cemetery, clear away brush, fallen branches, undergrowth, weeds and leaves. Using best practices, gently clean stones with the recommended products--be gentle, many older stones can and will crumble, straighten stones with help from those with strong backs, and repair damaged markers. Beware of such things as creepy-crawly things--bugs, ticks, snakes, and more--as well as poison ivy and poison oak. This early time of year is a good time to tackle a graveyard cleanup--and avoid the aforementioned deal-breakers for some or many. We always use the phrase, "do no harm" when interacting with cemeteries. Leave it as you found it, but better. Even if you pick up trash, brush leaves from a grave marker, straighten a flag, place flowers, this is positive action for a revered place. Many cemeteries here or in any area are no longer taken care of on a regular basis. Why? Every family farm had a cemetery here and in other rural areas. When that land changes hands, or when the descendants have died or moved away, there is no one to tend the graves anymore--unless a new landowner or friend steps in to do it. No matter how you feel about owning land upon which a cemetery exists, this is sacred ground. Please so what you can to make this a well-remembered place--do not harm, deface, destroy, plow over, or bull doze a cemetery. Those people were someone's family--would you not want the same kindness shown to your relatives? Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-05-14 13:25:41 | Comments | See topic Mike Watson - History
State releases county unemployment data for March 2026 From Mike Clark/Kim Saylor Brannock Frankfort, KY - Unemployment rates fell in all 120 counties between March 2025 and March 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 3.5%. It was followed by Todd County, 3.6%; Fayette and Scott counties, 3.7% each; Campbell, Franklin, Jessamine and Oldham counties, 3.8% each; and Boone, Caldwell, Carroll, Graves and Kenton counties, 3.9% each. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-05-14 11:10:14 | Comments
Boil Water Advisory issued From Columbia/Adair Utilities District Date Issued 05/14/2026, Time Issued 9:30Am A Boil Water Advisory is in effect for all consumers starting at 3475-5010 Milltown Road and all side roads in between, all of Theron Akin Road and all of Carter Keltner Road. 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. 2026-05-14 11:05:29 | Comments
ACMS SBDM Council will meet May 19 From Samantha Ellis, Principal Adair County Middle School The ACMS SBDM Council will have a special called meeting at 3:30pmCT on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, in ACMS Rm 127, 322 General John Adair Drive, Columbia, KY. The purpose of the meeting is to conduct regular meeting and interviews for a vacant position. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-05-13 20:44:15 | Comments | See topic Education
New mural will portray Mark Twain and Jane Lampton Clemens From Trey Stephens City of Columbia | Assistant to the Mayor Tezon Mitchell, an art major at Lindsey Wilson University, will soon begin work on a new mural in downtown Columbia. The mural will portray Mark Twain and his mother, Jane Lampton Clemens, who was born and raised in Columbia. The mural will be on the side of the Sweat Pea's Building at the corner of South Reed Street and Jamestown Street. The Ross family has generously sponsored the mural. Mitchell, who is from Greensburg, also designed the new presidential medallion for Lindsey Wilson University. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-05-13 20:38:10 | Comments | See topic Local Arts Scene
Mark Twain Storytelling Festival will kick off June 19 From Trey Stephens City of Columbia | Assistant to the Mayor Final preparations for the Mark Twain Storytelling Festival are underway. The festival will open with a reception at 5:30pmCT on Friday, June 19, 2026, at the W.W. Slider Humanities Center on the campus of Lindsey Wilson University. Mayor Hoots will welcome everyone at 6pmCT, followed by a presentation from the Arts Administration Program at the university on the Mark Twain Project. On Saturday, June 20, 2026, there will be speakers in the V .P. Henry Auditorium from 9amCT until NoonCT and again from 2pmCT until 5pmCT. The day's activities will conclude with a presentation from local historian Mike Watson at 6pmCT in the City Parking Lot located at the corner of South Reed Street and Fortune Street. They will have food trucks throughout the day. T-shirts for the program will be available online from Hot Prints in Columbia from May 21 to June 21, 2026. The Adair County Genealogical Center will have a display on Mark Twain and Jane Lampton Clemens (his mother) during the week of June 15 in coordination with this event. The Mark Twain Storytelling Festival is a collaboration between the City of Columbia and the Arts Administration Program of Lindsey Wilson University, with input from the local Genealogical Center. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-05-13 20:27:54 | Comments | See topic Books Birthdays and Anniversaries for May 15 Happy Anniversary, Mark and Cindy Anderson Harris | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Neil and Hope Janes | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Robert and Sarah Sloan | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Amy Grant Whitaker (1974) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Andrew K. Sneed (2002). | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Anna Paige Lloyd (2003) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Cody Grant | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Harriet McQuaide Gold | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jacqueline Collins | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, JoAnn Collins | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, John Raymond Keltner (1915) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, John W. Arnold | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Matt Rogers (1996) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Shirl Darnell | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Teresa Bertram. | (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.
KSP: Fatal collision on US 68 in Green Co. From Trooper Jonathan Houk Greensburg, KY - Kentucky State Police (KSP) Post 15 Troopers were requested by the Green County Sheriff's Office to respond to a two-vehicle injury collision, just after 11:30amCT on Tuesday morning, on US 68 (Edmonton Road) in Green County. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-05-13 20:19:55 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports
ACHS Graduation Ceremony will be May 22 The Adair County High School Class of 2026 is preparing for graduation, with the official ceremony planned for 7pmCT on Friday, May 22, 2026, in the gym at Adair County High School, 526 Indian Drive, Columbia, KY. A number of events will lead up to the ceremony:
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Historic Trabue-Russell House restoration nears bidding phase By Mig Feuser / The Adair Progress The Columbia City Council devoted a significant portion of its regular meeting on Monday evening, May 4, 2026, to the future of the Trabue-Russell House, with discussion centering on costs, priorities and the need for sustained investment in the historic property. Members of the House Committee, led by Mary Ann Loy, provided an updated look at the restoration project, noting that earlier estimates--once placing the total cost well above $300,000--may not reflect actual expenses in the local market. Loy clarified that some figures discussed at a previous meeting had caused confusion, including the cost of bringing electrical service underground. While a full project estimate was cited at $5,000, the actual material cost could be closer to $1,000 due to in-house labor availability. The committee emphasized that the project is not new construction but restoration, meaning unknown issues could emerge once work begins. At the same time, early repairs suggest costs may trend lower than originally projected by the architect, whose estimates were based on central Kentucky pricing. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-05-13 10:42:02 | Comments | See topic Local Government
Behind the Calls: Adair dispatchers handle pressure few see The Adair County E-911 Center has proved time and again their qualities in helping people. Mig Feuser talked for The Adair Progress with the center's director, Derrick Murphy, about the state of the center and the development. The Adair Progress: "Adair County 911 dispatchers are often the first point of contact in emergencies. What kind of training and ongoing professional development do your staff members receive to prepare them for such high-pressure situations?" Derrick Murphy: "Adair County E-911 Center employees have to attend a four week training in Richmond at Kentucky's DOCJT [Kentucky Department of Criminal Justice Training] at Eastern Kentucky University to become a certified dispatcher. After they attend this training they become certified dispatchers and have to complete 8 hours of re-certification training yearly." Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-05-13 10:39:00 | 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, Friday, May 15, 2026: Fiesta Mexico of Columbia 819 Jamestown St., Columbia KY. 270-384-6004. Hrs.: 10:30amCT daily; Sun, 11amCT Authentic Mexican Restaurant Friday Special: Enchiladas Verdes, $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! Happy Hawg BBQ 114 Jamestown Street, Columbia, KY. 270-585-4671. Open from 10:30amCT to 5pmCT Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. Mastercard, Visa, and Discover accepted. Happy Hawg BBQ is open again on Jamestown Street with shoulder, brisket, chicken, smoked bologna, and ribeye steaks, plus burgers and hotdogs, cold cut sandwiches, fries, nachos, appetizers, homemade sides, ice cream cups, Italian Ice cups, and more!Randy Young, owner 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 County Schools Adair Co. School District, Dayna Parnell, Director of Food Services, 270-384-2476 ACES and ACPC menu for May 15, 2026: 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 Friday, May 15, 2026:
Letter: Successful Free Tipping By Larry Russell Bryant Adair County Judge Executive Adair County showed up in a BIG way this past weekend! I want to personally thank everyone who participated in our Free Tipping Event. Together, we collected an incredible 100.72 tons of garbage in our continued effort to keep Adair County clean and beautiful. I appreciate every volunteer, county employee, partner organization, Class D laborers, and resident who took the time to help make this event such a success. Community involvement like this truly makes a difference, and I am proud of what we can accomplish when we work together. I am also excited to announce that Adair County officially received grant funding yesterday for our upcoming ESCRAP Electronic Waste and HHW Household Hazardous Waste collection events coming this fall. I look forward to seeing everyone again as we continue working together to protect and improve our community. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-05-13 10:24:57 | Comments | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
RSVP now for ACHS Class of 1976 Reunion From Valerie Thomas Adair County High School Classmates of 1976 will be celebrating our 50th Class Reunion at 5pmCT on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Lindsey Wilson University's Cranmer Dining Center, Lindsey Wilson College, 430 Helen Flatt Drive, Columbia, KY. If you'd like to attend, payment of $35.00 each needs to be made by May 20, 2026, and can be made one of three ways:
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7 Brew Coffee raises $5,600 for LCCAA To kick off their opening celebrations, 7 Brew Campbellsville hosted donation days from April 24-26, 2026, where customers could try 7 Brew and "pay what they want," as a donation to Lake Cumberland Community Action Agency, Inc. The event raised $5,600 for LCCAA. Lake Cumberland Community Action Agency provides support to low-income families in Kentucky. The non-profit agency offers programs to reduce poverty, increase self-sufficiency, and provide emergency short-term financial aid. Funding is largely from the Community Services Block Grant program, which offers government grants and case managers to empower low-income families. Services include Low-Income Heating and Energy Assistance Program, emergency food, financial literacy, and job training. Staff brings advocacy and awareness to the community. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-05-12 14:48:18 | Comments Last 10 Posted Obituaries:
Remembrances for May 15 In Memory Birthday, Robert Glenn (J R ) Kimbler, Jr.,, Adair Co., KY (1957-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Morris Ray Nunn, Green County, KY (1947-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Margaret Clark Shively, Taylor County, KY (1926-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Thomas Richard Wimsatt, Clarkson, KY (1941-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Millard L. Allen, Casey Co., KY (1920) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Earlene Richardson, Columbia, KY (1947) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, John Treber, Russell Springs, KY (1928) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Robbin Ray Redmon, Adair County, KY (1962-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Alice Wells Murphy, Cumberland Co., KY (1948-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Raymond Keltner, 98, Adair Co., KY (1915-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Alvin (Glenn) Scholl, Adair County, KY (1955-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Karen Prince, Taylor County, KY (1956-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sherman Allen Murphy, 94, Casey County, KY (1920-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Gina Diane Eldridge, 57, Perry County, KY (1957-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Opal Hall Appleby, 49, Russell County, KY (1966-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Gary Douglas Ford, 70, Summer Shade, KY (1945-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Malline McDonald, Liberty, KY (1923-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Billy Thomas, 84, Cumberland County, KY (1932-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Frank L. Black, Russell County, KY (1929-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Don Antle, Taylor County, KY (1931-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kenny W. Powell, 61, Columbia, KY (1962-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lillian Mae (Lynn) Curtis, 72, Columbia, KY (1950-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lois Burton, 90, Columbia, KY native (1935-2026) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lorena Mae Ballard, 98, Adair Co., KY native (1924-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary F. Lester, 97, Jamestown, KY (1923-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Margaret Parrott Rogers, 84, Taylor Co., KY native (1925-2010) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ruth Osborne, 95, Elkhorn, KY (1927-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Timmy Combs, 63, Edmonton, KY (1959-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Zachary Paul Derman, 25, Edmonton, KY (1995-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) |
 
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