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Basketball: Indians host Marion Co. for Homecoming game By Trey Stephens, Staff Writer The Adair County Indians Boys Varsity Basketball team returns to the court today as they host the Marion County Knights (12-7) in a homecoming battle. The night is a doubleheader in reverse of typical order, with the boys opening the night at 5:30pmCT, followed by the battle between the Lady Indians and Lady Knights. The Indians come off a rough 60-57 loss to Bardstown on the road last night, where they struggled to shoot the ball, going just 46% from the floor. Marion County is led by junior Gabriel Washington and senior Eli Washington, who average 15.5 and 11.8 points per game respectively. Adair County will look to rebound from that tough road loss last night and look for a similar result to when they last faced the Knights, where they bagged a 70-56 win. Come out and support your Indians tonight! Play will get underway at 5:30pmCT, before Homecoming Ceremonies, on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, in John Burr Memorial Gymnasium, 526 Indian Drive, Columbia, KY. Tickets are available at hometownticketing.com. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-02-04 14:10:31 | Comments | See topic Sports
Basketball: Lady Indians return to court on Wednesday By Trey Stephens, Staff Writer On Wednesday, February 4, 2026, after a long, snow-filled sabbatical, the Adair County High School Lady Indians Basketball team is finally back on the court, to host the Marion County Lady Knights (5-10). The Lady Indians come off a 56-68 home loss to Campbellsville all the way back on January 23, 2026, while Marion County comes off a 55-76 home loss to Taylor County on the same day. Tonight's matchup will be the second meeting of the two teams this season. They met back in mid-December, when the Lady Indians won 46-29 in Lebanon. The long break will undoubtedly affect how both teams show up and perform tonight. The leading scorers for Adair County to watch for from Marion County are juniors Kyra Smith and Patience Staples, who are averaging 14.1 and 10.1 points per game respectively. Come out and support your Lady Indians tonight. Play will get underway at 7:30pmCT, right after Homecoming Ceremonies, on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, in John Burr Memorial Gymnasium, 526 Indian Drive, Columbia, KY. Tickets are available at hometownticketing.com. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-02-04 13:29:03 | Comments | See topic Sports
Basketball Homecoming is on for Wednesday evening Even though the weather is responsible for an eigth NTI day for Adair County Schools, Basketball Homecoming ceremonies will be held between tonights Boys and Girls basketball games versus Marion County. Homecoming Ceremonies were originally planned for January 30, 2026, but had to be postponed due to Winter Storm Fern. The Boys are set to tip off at 5:30pmCT on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, with the Girls game planned to start after Homecoming ceremonies, in John Burr Memorial Gymnasium, 526 Indian Drive, Columbia, KY. Tickets are available at hometownticketing.com. Mr. and Ms. for Adair County High School and for each grade are:
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LWU Department of Theatre Spring Season preview Trio of productions include 'A Grand Night for Singing,' 'Belfast Girls' and 'Peter and the Starcatcher.' By Duane Bonifer The spring season of the Lindsey Wilson University Department of Theatre will feature three productions that include an examination of a little-known part of Irish history, a backstory to a children's classic and an evening celebrating the American musical. This spring season opens with the musical revue A Grand Night for Singing, followed by the Irish drama Belfast Girls and concludes with the comedy Peter and the Starcatcher. All three productions will be performed in V.P. Henry Auditorium. "Audiences should enjoy the scope and diversity of this spring's productions," said Lindsey Wilson theatre professor Robert Brock. "In addition to being three very different kinds of productions, the spring season is a wonderful showcase of the talent of the students who are involved with our theatre program." A Grand Night for Singing will be presented at 7pmCT on March 26-27, 2026, and at 2pmCT on March 29, 2026. It will feature selections from over 80 years of hits from the musical theatre that will cover Oscar Hammerstein II and Richard Rodgers' Oklahoma! and South Pacific and more recent productions, such as Rent and Wicked. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-02-04 12:03:51 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University  Events scheduled for today, February 4, 2026 All events are listed in Central Time. | Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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Arts Council to meet Feb 12 From Joyce M. Coomer The Adair County Arts Council will meet at 5pmCT on Thursday, February 12, 2026, at the Adair County Genealogy & History Research Center, 307 Greensburg Street, Columbia, KY. Everyone is invited to attend this meeting and view the collection of Valentine cards on display. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-02-04 11:59:50 | Comments | See topic Local Arts Scene
Letter: Way to go, Cooper! Johnny R. writes: Way to go Cooper!Comments re: Pet news - Cooper finally has a friend of his own Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-02-04 10:17:09 | Comments | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
Mountain View to sing at Freedom Separate Baptist From Collene Rooks Mountain View will be singing at Freedom Separate Baptist Church at 6pmCT on Sunday, February 8, 2026. Please join us and bring someone with you. Freedom Separate Baptist Church is located at 576 Freedom Church Rd., Russell Springs, KY. Brother Darren Blair, Pastor. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-02-04 10:10:53 | Comments | See topic Church News 
LWU scholarship celebrates Adair Co. family's deep roots By Duane Bonifer The roots of Lindsey Wilson University run deep in the family of Prudence Hutchison '69 Westholm. And now her family's legacy will benefit future generations of Lindsey Wilson students, thanks to the Robert and Prudence Hutchison Westholm Endowed Scholarship. The scholarship honors Westholm's late mother, Anna Pendleton '38 Hutchison. "Lindsey is really a big part of me," said Westholm, who lives in Elizabethtown, Kentucky, and started the scholarship with her husband, retired Army Col. Robert Westholm. "This scholarship means a lot to me because Lindsey Wilson is in my heart. Lindsey Wilson gave me a good foundation to pursue my professional goals." Recipients of the scholarship, which is open to all undergraduate students on the A.P. White Campus, will be required to work in the university's Katie A. Murrell Library in the Holloway Building. Westholm began her library work at Fort Knox, Kentucky, schools and went on to have a distinguished career as a school and public librarian in various locations during her husband's military career. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-02-04 10:03:56 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University 
Columbia City Council February 2026 report From Mayor Pamela Hoots The Columbia City Council held their February monthly meeting on Monday night at City Hall. The City had second reading of an ordinance setting fees for collection of garbage and trash from residences, churches, and commercial establishments within the boundaries of the City of Columbia. The City Planning and Zoning Commission recommended an application for amendment to the City of Columbia Official Zoning Map effecting a request for a zone change from R-1 Low Density Residential to C-2 Highway Oriented Commercial for lots at 601 Jamestown Street and 603 Jamestown Street for property owned by Richard and Mary Beth Phelps. It was approved. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-02-04 07:58:17 | Comments | See topic Local Government 
Black ice possible for drive time Wednesday While the roads may appear fine, after Tuesday night's rain and temperature below the freezing mark, there can be a considerable coating of ice. Please do not be fooled by the appearance of a roadway. Drive with extreme caution while temperatures are changing. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-02-03 21:31:56 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports 
CACFD: Glens Fork Road home sustains moderate damage From Grant Loy, Public Information Officer Columbia Adair County Fire Department The Columbia Adair County Fire Department was dispatched at 1908 hours on Monday evening, February 2, 2026, to 1200 Glens Fork Road for a reported structure fire. Upon arrival, firefighters found a one-story residential structure with smoke showing from the chimney and attic area. Fire crews made an offensive attack on the fire and were able to contain it to the chimney and a portion of the living room. The residence sustained moderate damage. No injuries were reported at the time of the incident. The cause of the fire is unknown at this time. There were 21 firefighters on scene for approximately 2 hours. Agencies that assisted include Adair County E911 Center, Adair County Ambulance Service, Adair County Sheriffs Office, and Taylor County RECC. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-02-03 16:02:11 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports 
CACFD: Mobile home on John Adams Drive a total loss From Grant Loy, Public Information Officer Columbia Adair County Fire Department The Columbia Adair County Fire Department was dispatched at approximately 12:50amCT on Tuesday morning, February 3, 2026, to 327 John Adams Drive in reference to a reported structure fire. Upon arrival, firefighters found a single-wide mobile home fully engulfed in flames. Crews initiated a fire attack and were able to contain the fire to the structure. The residence was deemed a total loss. The cause of the fire is unknown at this time. No injuries were reported during the incident. A total of seven firefighters responded. They remained on scene for approximately two and a half hours. Agencies That Assisted include Adair County E911 Center, Adair County Ambulance Service, Columbia Police Department, Adair County Sheriff's Office, and Taylor County RECC. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-02-03 15:59:17 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Basketball: Indians travel to Bardstown on Tuesday By Trey Stephens, Staff Writer The Adair County Indians (15-5) will face the Bardstown Tigers (8-10) on the road tonight. Tip off is scheduled for 5:30pmCT on February 3, 2026, at Bardstown High School, 400 N 5th St., Bardstown, KY. Tickets are $9, and can be purchased online at gofan.co. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-02-03 15:43:08 | Comments | See topic Sports 
Birthdays and Anniversaries for February 4 Happy Anniversary, Kelly and Denesa McCann | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Abby Grant (2003) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Ashley Pegg (1992) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Brittany Martinez (1995) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Danielle Stephens Bennett | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jerry Adamson | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Kaci Erinn Slaven | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Karlee Rakel | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Lily Streeval (2013) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Michael Pierce | (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.
Tate Inc. announces increase in Barren Co. investment From Scottie Ellis/Brandon Mattingly Glasgow, KY - On Tuesday, February 3, 2026, Gov. Andy Beshear joined local officials and company leaders from Tate Inc. to celebrate the largest job creation project in Barren County in 18 years. The new $76 million facility will be the company's largest site worldwide and create 400 new manufacturing jobs once fully operational. "I'm thrilled to welcome Tate to their New Kentucky Home in Glasgow," said Gov. Beshear. "This is the largest job creation project that Barren County has seen in nearly 20 years, and our skilled workforce is ready to step in. I want to thank the leaders at Tate for choosing to invest in the commonwealth and look forward to seeing their success and future growth." The investment was initially announced in October 2025 during the Governor's visit to Kingspan Group PLC in Ireland (the parent company of Tate) and has since increased. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-02-03 14:07:46 | Comments 
ASCEND is an acronym for educational values Joyce Coomer wrote to ask, "What does ASCEND stand for?" in the December School Board report. Sarah Hatton, Director of Secondary Instruction for Adair County Schools, says, "Our ASCEND award sprang from identifying and celebrating our Adair County Schools core values, which are key components of our district vision to prepare students for lifelong success." ASCEND as the acronym rose from what administrators envisioned as celebrating the core values highlighted in bold below:
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Boil Water Advisory lifted for LWU Campus From Columbia/Adair Utilities District February 03, 2026 As of 12:28 pm on February 03, 2026 the Boil Water Advisory for all consumers on Lindsey Wilson University campus 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. 2026-02-03 13:47:36 | Comments
Save-a-Lot store closing downtown Columbia location Downtown shoppers are disappointed to be losing Save-a-Lot from Columbia. It has remained open and in walking distance for many who live in the surrounding neighborhoods, including Burkesville Street, Fortune Street, Guardian Street, Hurt Street and beyond. The Store was originally the Houchens location. Save-a-Lot shelves are getting more limited every day. Official closing date will be February 25, 2026. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-02-03 12:37:33 | Comments 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 Wednesday Special: Quesadilla Roja Grilled flour tortilla stuffed with chicken or beef with cheese, served with rice, lettuce, sour cream and tomatoes. $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. For the Fall and Winter, Betty's is open on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 530amCT 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 County Schools Adair Co. School District, Dayna Parnell, Director of Food Services, 270-384-2476 ACES and ACPC menu for February 4, 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 Wednesday, February 4, 2026:
Great Wooded South X: Going Out West, Part IV Read on for the latest installment from Billy Joe's days in the Kentucky Division of Forestry. Click here for all the entries in the Great Wooded South series By Billy Joe Fudge My first impression with California was remarkably similar to my first impression of Idaho, and could be summed up in one word, "dry"! Relative humidity is defined as the amount of moisture in the air compared to the amount of moisture the air can hold at a given temperature. During the Summer drought of 1988 in Kentucky, the relative humidity dropped to modern, record low levels for Summer of just north of 20%. These percentages are nothing unusual during frigid temperatures of single digits and below zero when the cold temperatures squeeze much of the moisture from the air. However, during hot drought conditions in the West, relative humidities can drop into the single digits during the day and rise very little at night. I know if you have never experienced those low humidities during hot weather, you are presently wondering, "What's the big deal?" Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-02-03 11:38:18 | Comments | See topic Great Wooded South by Billy Joe Fudge
Chamber of Commerce to meet Feb 10 From Ellen Zornes, Executive Director Columbia-Adair County Chamber of Commerce Columbia Mayor Pam Hoots will deliver the "State of the City" address at the next monthly meeting of the Columbia-Adair County Chamber of Commerce, scheduled for NoonCT on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at the Hodge Center, Lindsey Wilson University (directly across from the Dining Center). Parking will be available all around the area! We hope to see you there! Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-02-03 11:32:06 | Comments | See topic Chamber of Commerce
Letter: Thoughts on the naming of birds Billy Joe Fudge writes: "Maybe its name is less indicative of a diet of only flies but of an all encompassing diet of insects that fly."Comments re: Birds of Kentucky: Great Crested Flycatcher Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-02-03 11:26:10 | Comments | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback Last 10 Posted Obituaries:
Remembrances for February 4 In Memory Birthday, Willie Kathryn Sandusky, Columbia, KY (1931-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Joe Coomer, Adair Co., KY native (1931) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rick Schoff, Adair Co., KY (1956-2012) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Clyde Goodin, Jr., Casey Co., KY (1950 | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Beldon Marshall Allen, Cumberland Co., KY (1934) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dennis (Dink) Stapp Russell Springs, KY (1950-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mildred Moore, Adair County, KY (1922-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ruth Winborn, 93, Russell County, KY (1921-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Georgia Moody, Monroe Co. KY (1931-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Betty Lou Milby Taylor, Green Co., KY (1939-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Emma Eulean Vaughn, Green Co, KY (1928-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Donnie Lee Kerr, 72, Columbia, KY (1944-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Beatrice VanArsdale Bagby, 86 (1931-2017) Green County, KY | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Katie Beatrice Cheatham Duvall, Adair County, KY (1927-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Marcus (Mark) Dale Abner, 59, Glasgow, KY/Seymour, IN native (1958-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Juanita Jane Wilson Gerard Stout, 79, formerly of Russell Co., KY (1939-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Alice Jean Lee, Russell Co. KY (1927-2011) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Beatrice Wise Elsbury, Taylor Co., KY (1919-2011) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Beatrice Wise Elsbury, Taylor Co., KY, (1919-2011) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Betty L. Ballenger, 79, Jamestown, KY (1943-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Billy Forrest Black, 90, Burkesville, KY (1932-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, E. Poe Young, Taylor Co., KY (1910-2011) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Eula Narene Hatfield, 81, Liberty, KY (1941-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Geraldine Grant, 90, Columbia, KY (1932-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Helen Richards, 92, Casey County, KY (1927-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Inez Stotts, 93, Sparksville, KY (1927-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James (Rooster) Davidson, Burkesville, KY (1934-2011) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James A. Salyers, Casey County, KY (1935-2012) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James Absher, 93, Columbia, KY (1927-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James Dale Rodgers, 57, Adair Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kathryn (Hunt) Sullivan, 92, Campbellsville, KY (1930-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kenneth Scott, 90, Adair County, KY (1931-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Larry James Pendleton, 67, Casey County, KY (1950-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lucille Burton Nash(1928-1975) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Nathan Curry, 93, Columbia, KY (1916-2009) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Polly Corbin Stone, 90, Adair Co., KY native (1927-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rachel Lynn Johnson, 27, Louisville, KY (1995-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Shannon Renee Carter Davis, Green Co., KY (1963-2012) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, V.O. (Doc) Moss, 90, Adair Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Vernon York, 84, Adair County, KY (1937-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Wanda Cave, 94, Columbia, KY (1927-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthdday, Mildred Cowherd Williams, 84,Green County, KY | (Updates/Corrections) |
 
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