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Col. William Casey and more this weekend By Mike Watson Downtown Days brings so many people and associated activities to Columbia and Adair County. The Adair County Genealogical Society and the Adair County Public Library's Genealogy & History Research Center have been very busy during the first few days of October, which is Family History Month in the nation as well as Archives Month. Downtown Days means the Downtown Days Photo Contest, which is hosted at the Research Center each year. This year voting on 32 photographs of Adair County subject matter has been brisk. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-10-10 21:10:44 | Comments | See topic Mike Watson - History
ACMS SBDM Council to meet Oct 15 From Samantha Ellis, Principal Adair County Middle School The ACMS SBDM Council regular October meeting will be held at 3:30pmCT/4:30pmET on Thursday, October 15, 2026, in the ACMS Conference Room at Adair County Middle School, 510 Indian Drive, Columbia, KY. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-10 21:08:01 | Comments | See topic Education
Oct 14 is last day to sign up for Little League Basketball From Daniel Hedges The deadline to sign up for Little League Basketball will be 5pmCT on Wednesday, October 14, 2026. There will be no exceptions. Forms with money must be turned in at Downey Eye Clinic. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-10 21:06:47 | Comments | See topic Sports
Road closure -- Taylor Ford Road, Adair County From Magistrate Chris Reeder (5:49pmCT Saturday, October 10, 2026) -- Taylor Ford Road is closed to through traffic. Tree across the road on the hill before you get to the bridge (206 side). Tree is on electric and phone lines. Road dept is on the scene. Waiting on electric company to arrive. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-10 18:58:23 | Comments | See topic Local Government Events scheduled for today, October 11, 2026 All events are listed in Central Time. | Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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Phillip Coffey - share some joy By Phillip Coffey Mom, Venie Moss Coffey, will be 101 tomorrow or so I have been told! Not anyone still around that remembers or can share the weather conditions the day she was born. Know it was on a Sunday because I looked it up on the so called internet. The stories she has told me about her life cannot be verified by anyone. But my experience, being around her she ain’t lied to me yet. I know for a fact that she has a good swing in both arms - the right and the left. Tan my hide quicker than a cat can whoop a rat. A sharp shooter she be, take down a retreating stray dog at 50 yards or so with just one shot. Never did cry much myself, but with Her callous hands she could calm my “stormy seas” with just one touch. If you want to see a smiling face or share some joy - just look my Mother up. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-10 14:41:12 | Comments
Downtown Days 2026: Saturday Events Columbia's annual Downtown Days fall festival continues today (weather permitting) on the Public Square with food, vendors, family activities, music, and tons more free entertainment. Saturday, October 10, 2026:
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Carol Perkins: Burton Ridge Previous Column: Date Night By Carol Perkins The address was a Columbia one. My mistake was not knowing how far a Columbia address would take me. By the time I arrived, I was in spitting distance of Liberty. At least I felt like I was, but I didn't care; the day was beautiful, and the drive was gorgeous...for me. However, Guy was driving. "Do you have a clue where we are?" This was foreign territory for him. Once we headed toward our destination, I knew exactly where I was, but I hadn't driven this route since the 1960s, when it took me through the wilderness (at the time) to Eastern Kentucky University. Long before roads were much nicer and more traveled. The long drive through here felt really empty and quiet. While driving, I'd often feel trapped and afraid that if I went missing, no one would come looking for me. I recall pulling over and calming myself down. It was a panic attack, but at the time, I didn't know what was happening to me. "You would buy a sack of manure if it were on sale," he said, ever so dramatically. I didn't comment that I could use a good sack of manure for my new bushes we were going after. I had found three hydrangeas on Marketplace that would have cost me much more money at a greenhouse than I was going to pay to the person on Burton Ridge. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-10-09 20:17:53 | Comments | See topic Carol Perkins 
Nominations sought for Coleman Community Service Award It is that time of year when the Edmonton-Metcalfe County Chamber of Commerce asks for nominations for the Jim C. Coleman Award. This year marks the 32nd consecutive year the Edmonton-Metcalfe County Chamber of Commerce has sought nominations from the public for this prestigious award. The Chamber Coleman Award Selection Committee will choose the Annual Jim C. Coleman Community Service Award Winner, who will be announced and honored at the Annual Chamber Christmas Banquet scheduled for 6pmCT on Monday, November 30, 2026. This year marks the 32nd anniversary for this prestigious award. You do not have to be a member of the Edmonton-Metcalfe County Chamber of Commerce to nominate a person for this award. The nomination form may be taken from our website, www.metcalfechamber.com, email to metchamb@outlook.com, the chamber Facebook page, from the Edmonton Herald Newspaper, or stop by the chamber office to pick up an application. Nominations will be accepted until close of business on Monday, November 2, 2026. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-10-09 20:11:34 | Comments 
WKU News: Remembering Jim Richards (1936-2026) Jim Richards ('59, '60, '61), former Coach, Director of Athletics, and Executive Director of the WKU Alumni Association, died on Friday, October 9, 2026. He was 90 years old. There are very few people more identified with WKU than Richards. He was a notable figure on and around campus for most of the past seven decades as an athlete, Basketball Coach, Golf Coach, Athletics Administrator, Alumni Engagement staff member and dedicated fan. Richards came to WKU from his native Adair County in 1956, where he became a standout baseball player for Coach E.A. Diddle. He lettered all four years in Baseball, leading all four Topper diamond clubs in batting and serving as team captain his last three seasons. After a successful coaching career at Auburn and Glasgow high schools--where his 1968 Scottie Basketball Team won the state championship--he returned to the Hill as an Assistant Basketball Coach in 1968. Richards was promoted to Head Coach in 1971 following Western's run to the NCAA Final Four and Coach John Oldham's retirement from coaching. He was named the OVC Coach of the Year in both 1974 and 1976. During this time, he also served as the Golf Coach from 1978 to 1986. He also served as Coordinator of Men's Athletics from 1978 to 1986. Richards served as Executive Director of the WKU Alumni Association from 1986 to 1993. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-10-09 20:04:52 | Comments | See topic Obituaries
KAFC approves $17K BFLP loan in Green Co. From Atley Smedley Frankfort, KY - The Kentucky Agricultural Finance Corp. (KAFC) approved seven agricultural loans totaling $856,115 for projects across the Commonwealth at its monthly board meeting. Beginning Farmer Loan Program (BFLP) Seven Beginning Farmer loans totaling up to $856,115 were approved. Loan recipients were in Bourbon ($116,250), Franklin ($25,000), Green ($17,790), Hardin ($80,325), Madison ($250,000), Mercer ($116,750), and Todd ($250,000) counties. The BFLP is designed to assist individuals with some farming experience who desire to develop, expand, or buy into a farming operation. Beginning farmers may qualify for financing to purchase livestock, equipment, or agriculture facilities; to secure permanent working capital; for the purchase of farm real estate; or to invest in a partnership or LLC. For more information on KAFC participation loans, contact your lender or Bill McCloskey at Kentucky Office of Agricultural Policy at (502) 382-6093 or email kafc@ky.gov. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-09 13:12:46 | Comments | See topic Farm and Garden 
Bypass may be best choice during festival If you aren't going to the annual Downtown Days festival it is a great time to use the Veteran's Memorial Bypass. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-09 11:07:05 | Comments | See topic Today 
Sad word of passing of Adair native Jim Richards From Missy Renfro, daughter of Jim and Annette Richards It is with a heavy heart that I have to share the news of my father's passing. He was surrounded by family and I know for sure he felt all of the love that has been poured over him. There will definitely be a void in our family as he was our rock but the comfort will come in knowing that he is going to be in heaven looking down on those that he cares and loves for so dearly and cheering on the Tops! Thank you for your continued prayers for our family as we morn. We will share the details of his visitation and funeral as we get them. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-09 10:40:08 | Comments | See topic Obituaries 
LWU English class learns important lessons at ACPL By Duane Bonifer Lindsey Wilson University students in English professor Sara Loy's "Writing & Culture" class commemorated the American Library Association's Banned Books Week by learning how the Adair County Public Library navigates book challenges. The good news: the library has not had to do much of that over the years because, during the last four decades, only one title has been questioned, and that was a children's book. A big reason for that impressive record is because the library and its staff members remain closely connected to the community it serves. And as Library Director Leeann Jessee told the students, the first step for a library to be firmly connected to its community is to have a lot of conversations with patrons. "You don't really know what a person wants until you sit down with them and have a one-on-one conversation with them about their interests," said Jessee, who recently completed her 40th year as the library's director. Creating those connections with patrons helps forge a bond between them and the library so that people become more than a bibliophile who checks out titles -- they also become friends and supporters of the library. "Public libraries are about choices," said Jessee. "I shouldn't tell you what your choice is. I just want you to have the choice" when you visit the library. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-10-09 08:45:46 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University Birthdays and Anniversaries for October 11 Happy Anniversary, John and Tiffany Sheham | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Alex Durham | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Ashton Ryin Graham (2010) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Bailey Grace Corbin (2001) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Byam Tyler Carter (1994) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Carolyn Breeding | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Ed Jessee | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Kelly Kemp | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Lisa Pelston | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Mark Willis | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Venie Coffey | (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.
LWU students enjoy Couch Night, multiple soccer wins By Duane Bonifer For a few hours on the evening of Thursday, Oct. 8, the hillside at Lindsey Wilson University's Walter S. Reuling Stadium was transformed into an outdoor living room. At least that's how Lindsey Wilson student Kamilah Nana '29 saw it. Nana was among several hundred Lindsey Wilson students who took to the hill for the university's annual "Couch Night" at Reuling Stadium. Nana was joined by classmates Mugisha Constance '30, Kammora Gaston '30 and Jenesis Bowling '29 on a couch that Bowling borrowed from her boyfriend, graduate student Alexis Santamaria, to watch the Lindsey Wilson-Campbellsville (Kentucky) University women's-men's soccer doubleheader on Ray Wells Field. "It's like I'm sitting at home on a couch watching a big-screen TV," said Nana, a human services and counseling major from Louisville. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-10-09 08:15:23 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University
Thank you from the Adair County Food Pantry Volunteers with the Adair County Food Pantry are deeply grateful for the tremendous response to the Loaded Potato Fundraiser held last Friday! To all the 800 buyers of potatoes and to all who gave extra donations on top of those purchases, you have our sincere gratitude! - Robert Flowers Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-08 20:15:31 | Comments 
Reminder: Downtown Days traffic changes start 10amCT on Fri From Kila Kean Columbia Police Department The Columbia Police Department reminds everyone to use caution, slow down, and watch for pedestrians as visitors enjoy the events at Columbia's annual Downtown Days Fall Festival, beginning at 10amCT on Friday, October 9, 2026. The Public Square will remain closed through 1amCT on Sunday, October 11, 2026. Detour Information: Temporary signage will be posted one block from the Columbia Public Square roundabout to help guide motorists during the closure, and the Columbia Police Department will be on site to assist with traffic management and help ensure the safety of festival attendees, motorists, and pedestrians. We appreciate your cooperation and look forward to celebrating with you at the Downtown Days Fall Festival! Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-08 14:51:37 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Fish Fry Fundraiser for Metcalfe Animal Shelter From Melody Baker, Executive Director Edmonton Metcalfe Chamber of Commerce Masonic Lodge #931 and the Metcalfe County Animal Shelter Board will hold a Fish Fry Fundraiser from 10amCT to 2pmCT on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at the Masonic Lodge, 603 W. Stockton St., Edmonton, KY. $10 donations are welcome, and desserts will be available for a $4.50 donation. Proceeds go to the Metcalfe County Animal Shelter. Preorders can be made by calling 270-576-6714. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-08 14:46:47 | 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, Sunday, October 11, 2026: Fiesta Mexico of Columbia 819 Jamestown St., Columbia KY. 270-384-6004. Hrs.: 10:30amCT daily; Sun, 11amCT Authentic Mexican Restaurant Sunday Special: Burrito Fiesta, $8.99 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.
KBC Blood Drive on Oct 20 There will be a KBC blood drive from 1pmCT to 5pmCT on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at the Columbia Church of Christ Fellowship Hall, 501 Jamestown St, Columbia, KY. All donors will receive a "Grab a Slice of Saving Lives" T-shirt (while supplies last) as a thank you. Blood donors must be at least 17 years old (16 with parental consent), weigh at least 110 pounds, be in good health, show a photo I.D. and meet additional requirements. Appointments are preferred but walk-ins are welcome. To schedule a donation, visit kybloodcenter.org or call 800.775.2522. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-08 14:43:19 | Comments | See topic Health Care
Columbia-Adair EDA to meet Oct 9 From Larry Walker, Chairman Columbia-Adair County Economic Development Authority The Columbia-Adair County Economic Development Authority Board will hold a special called meeting at 8amCT on Friday, October 9, 2026, at the Welcome and Development Center, 201 Burkesville Street, Columbia, KY. The only business at the meeting is to award the bid for a spec building. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-08 14:40:40 | Comments | See topic Local Government
Letter: A vote for more rigorous wormology William Feese writes: The color of a woolly worm is determined by what has already happened to it, not what is going to happen!Comments re: Woolly Worm a reliable prediction? Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-08 14:38:16 | Comments | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback Last 10 Posted Obituaries:
Remembrances for October 11 In Memory Birthday, Walter Herman Tutt, Milltown, Adair County, KY (1927-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Faye Stants, Campbellsville, KY (1936-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Regena Beard, Taylor Co., KY native (1929-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jerry Hebrock, Liberty, KY (1953-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Houston F. Mizar, Taylor Co., KY (1923) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Geneva Blades Adkins, Adair Co. KY (1933) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Gurie Marcelli, Columbia, KY (1939) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Marilyn Eason, Adair Co., KY (1960-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Cameron Tray'shawn Smith, 13, Campbellsville, KY (1999-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Lowell Wray, Burkesville, KY (1925-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Annie Ree Wilcoxson, Campbellsville, KY (1932-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James Earl Roots, Taylor County, KY (1925-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lee Pogue, 92, Taylor Co., KY (1922-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mae G. Holt, 89, Russell Co., KY; Adair native (1926-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Leslie (Tuger Bel) Whittle, 88, Russell Co., KY (1927-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Thelma Maurine Buis, Casey Co., KY (1928-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dwight Roy, 61, Russell Springs, KY (1954-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary E. Hamlett Armstrong, Adair Co., KY/Cumberland Co., native (1967-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Faye Vaughn, 76, Adair County, KY (1940-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Barbara Jean Houk Dennison, Campbellsville, KY (1934-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James Marion (Buster) Giles, Jr., Adair County, KY (1961-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Shila Lee Calhoun Stearman, Green Co., KY native (1922-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jennifer Lynn Helvey, 35, Russell County, KY (1982-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rex Fisher, Russell County, KY (1927-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Maedell Witty Wallace, of Metcalfe County, KY (1930-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Steve Bailey, Russell Springs, KY (1954-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Alma Green, 84, Columbia, KY (1938-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dwight Hale, 80, Paducah, KY (1943-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Gary L. Conover, 62, Columbia, KY (1961-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Khristopher Thomas Thompson, 17, Greensburg, KY (1998-2016) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lilburn Earl Grant, 83, Columbia, KY (1942-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Marilyn Jean Woodrum, 78, Columbia, KY (1943-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ruth Ann Buckman, 78, Campbellsville, KY (1943-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Scotty R. Ferguson, 83, Columbia, KY (1941-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Timmy Kittrell, 69, Campbellsville, KY (1950-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Wendell Burton, 71, Columbia, KY (1950-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) |
 
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