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Daily News for Friday, January 23, 2026
David James Dengel, 67, Green County, KY David James Dengel of Green County, KY was the son of Judith Erfert and the late James Dengel. He was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on August 5, 1958, and departed this life peacefully at his home in Green County on Thursday, January 15, 2026, having attained the age of sixty-seven years, five months and ten days. He loved the Lord and was a member of Riverside Baptist Church. He loved his family, grandchildren, great grandchildren, loved muscles cars, drag racing and the Green Bay Packers. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-01-23 23:46:35 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Basketball: Indians hang on for win over Campbellsville By Trey Stephens, Staff Writer The Adair County Indians Boys Varsity Basketball team built a 41-34 lead over Campbellsville at the half on Friday, Janaury 23, 2026. The Eagles continued to hang around on the back of a solid shooting performance. Final Score: Adair County defeats Campbellsville 75-72, to improve to 15-4 on the season and 3-1 in the district. 2026-01-23 21:01:33 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
Violet Mildred Loy, 88, Columbia, KY (1937-2026) Violet Mildred (Brown) Loy of Columbia passed away on Thursday, January 22, 2026, at Taylor Regional Hospital in Campbellsville. She was 88 years old. Funeral services will be held at 1pmCT on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home, 210 Greensburg St., Columbia, KY. Burial will follow in the Loy Cemetery. Visitation will be on Wednesday after 10amCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-01-23 20:40:41 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Agenda for Jan 27 Fiscal Court meeting From Bridget Compton Adair County Deputy Judge Executive, Road Administrative Assistant & Solid Waste Coordinator The Adair County Fiscal Court will meet in regular session--weather permitting--at 4:30pmCT on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, in the basement of the Adair County Annex basement located at 424 Public Square, Columbia, KY. The public is invited to attend. Meeting Agenda: Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-01-23 20:36:10 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
Bliss Club January meeting canceled From Shannon Steveson Bliss Club is canceling the monthly meeting that had been planned for Thursday, January 29, 2026. 2026-01-23 20:12:16 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Adair Co. Extension Service
State of Emergency declared for Adair Co. From Bridget Compton Adair County Deputy Judge Executive, Road Administrative Assistant & Solid Waste Coordinator A State of Emergency has been declared for Adair County following a visit today from Kentucky Emergency Management (KYEM) Area Manager Justin Graves to Judge Executive Larry Russell Bryant. During the visit, Area Manager Graves met with Judge Executive Bryant, Dustin Posey, and Adair County Emergency Management Director Grant Loy to discuss preparedness efforts. Governor Andy Beshear has declared a statewide State of Emergency, and if needed, the National Guard is on standby to assist Adair County upon request. To support residents during the cold weather, the Jim Blair Center, located at 901 Hudson Street, and the Adair County Annex basement will be open Saturday and Sunday as warming stations for any citizens in need. 2026-01-23 18:45:34 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
County Offices will be closed on Monday From Bridget Compton Adair County Deputy Judge Executive, Road Administrative Assistant & Solid Waste Coordinator The Adair County Annex building, The Adair County Recycling Center, and the Green River Animal Shelter will be will be closed on Monday, January 26, 2026, due to severe weather conditions. 2026-01-23 18:43:27 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
10 from Adair named to Fall 2025 Honors Lists at WKU Bowling Green, KY - Western Kentucky University has released the honors lists for the fall 2025 semester, including the following students from Adair County:
2026-01-23 15:02:53 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
Adair Co. Emergency Management Weather Update for Jan 23 From Grant Loy, Director Adair County Emergency Management Adair County is expecting a winter storm that may bring dangerous cold, snow, and icy conditions. Please use caution and avoid unnecessary travel if possible. To help keep residents safe, warming centers will be available for anyone who needs a warm place to go during the storm. These locations are open to the public and intended for those without adequate heat or shelter. The warming centers will open at 10amCT on Saturday January 24, 2026, and will remain open throughout the winter storm event. Warming Center Locations:
2026-01-23 14:49:01 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Basketball: Indians look to even score with Eagles By Trey Stephens, Staff Writer The Adair County Indians return to the hardwood today to face the (4-13) Campbellsville Eagles at home in a 20th District showdown. The Eagles come off a 72-38 loss to LaRue County, while Adair County comes off an 86-85 loss to Pulaski County. The last time these two teams faced off, Campbellsville was able to outlast an Adair County team that was down two starters. The Tribe will seek to get a win back over the Eagles tonight and improve to 4-1 in 20th District competition. The leading scorers for Campbellsville have been seniors Keaton Hord and Jalen Gribbins, with 16 and 15 points per game respectively. The Indians should have learned after their last bout with Campbellsville that they are an opponent to be taken very seriously. The game is set to begin following the battle between the Lady Eagles and Lady Indians. Boys tipoff is scheduled for 7pmCT on January 23, 2026, in John Burr Memorial Gymnasium, 526 Indian Drive, Columbia KY. Tickets are available at events.hometownticketing.com. 2026-01-23 14:18:14 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
Taylor E9-1-1: Numbers to call, and when to call By Anne Sanders, Director, Campbellsville - Taylor Co. E9-1-1 With the forecast of Winter Weather for our area, we want to assure all residents that Emergency Management/Officials are staying in close contact with the National Weather Service. All Emergency service personnel are prepared to work diligently to take care of all the needs of our community. Roads/Streets may become impassible. Just know that the road crews will be working around the clock to try to stay ahead as best as they can. Do not call 9-1-1 to report slick roads. Do not call 9-1-1 to ask about road conditions. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-01-23 12:35:58 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
District 8 Crews Prepared for Significant Winter Storm KYTC District 8 includes Adair, Casey, Cumberland, and Russell counties. From Amber Hale Somerset, KY - The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) District 8 highway crews are prepared to respond to a significant winter storm forecasted to impact the region this weekend, bringing freezing rain, snow and ice. District 8 crews have spent the week preparing for an extended winter weather response by restocking supplies, sharpening chainsaws and ensuring equipment is ready for operation. Anti-icing operations began Thursday and will continue into Saturday morning. This is a statewide winter weather event with major travel impacts expected. Forecasts indicate some areas could receive 6 to 12 inches of snow, along with sleet and ice, through Sunday afternoon. Potential ice accumulations may cause damage to trees and power lines, creating additional challenges for road crews and potentially impacting response efforts. Single-digit temperatures are also expected and could reduce the effectiveness of road salt, which performs best at temperatures above freezing. Motorists are urged to avoid unnecessary travel during this storm. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-01-23 12:27:59 | Comments | Printable version
Letter: Response to the goat question Comments re: Questions for farmers with goats By Katelynn M. Molesky I've already seen some great answers and I definitely agree with the statement that the natural function of a goat's fur does an outstanding job at keeping them warm, as well as the advice about assuring their water source is thawed and drinkable at all times. I'd like to add that providing straw bedding is an excellent way to ensure that your animals stay warm and dry, as it acts as insulation and a way to keep them from having direct contact with the ground. In addition, although it is not always necessary to keep them in a barn, it is ALWAYS wise to provide them with some sort of shelter. It doesn't have to be elaborate, but it should be enough to shield them from direct exposure to weather. In fact, when our goats are given the choice between several different styles, they tend to choose to utilize the "igloos" that we had initially put out for our livestock guardian dogs. When stuffed with some straw, it seems that these little shelters do a good job of keeping them nice and cozy. Interestingly enough, I've found that the larger sizes are capable of holding several regular-sized goats, as these bendable creatures always seem to find a way to all squeeze into one, despite there being enough for all of them to have their own! I guess that also contributes to the amount of heat trapped in there... I'll also emphasize that the rumination (digestion) process creates heat, so I'd say that it would be smart to provide lots of hay for them to pick on throughout the duration of the weather. But overall, a healthy adult goat should be able to handle most Kentucky winters just fine - but I'm sure they'd appreciate any help they can get at staying comfortable through it all. 2026-01-23 12:21:08 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
Restrictions waived for motor carriers involved in relief efforts From Naitore Djigbenou/Allen Blair Frankfort, KY - As part of Team Kentucky's preparedness efforts to protect Kentuckians ahead of the forecasted weekend winter storm, Transportation Cabinet Secretary Jim Gray has signed an official order to temporarily suspend certain restrictions on motor carriers that will be engaged in providing power restoration and transporting gasoline, diesel, propane and other critical supplies to affected areas. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-01-23 12:19:02 | Comments | Printable version
City working on new Veterans Banners From Trey Stephens City of Columbia | Assistant to the Mayor The City of Columbia is excited for the sixth year of our downtown veterans banners. We are currently in the process of receiving quotes for veterans banners, and hope to have more information soon. Once quotes have been received for banners, we will announce the formal nomination process and the steps that will be involved. The new banners will be dedicated at our annual dedication ceremony held around Memorial Day Weekend. We appreciate our community and are so happy to be able to provide this service to our citizens. 2026-01-23 12:16:21 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
ACSO: Injury accident on KY 704 From Sheriff Gary Roy Adair County Sheriff's Office On Thursday, January 22, 2026, the Adair County Sheriff's Office responded to a single vehicle crash about 9 miles out KY 704. Joseph R. Wood, age 69, of Campbellsville, was operating a 2012 Peterbilt semi truck pulling a trailer, when the vehicle dropped off the shoulder of roadway and overturned. Wood was taken to the hospital for treatment of his injuries by private vehicle. The accident is being investigated by Deputy Hunter Tweedy, assisted by Deputy Derek Padgett, CAVFD, Adair County Emergency Management. 2026-01-23 12:14:23 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Basketball: Lady Indians host Lady Eagles By Trey Stephens, Staff Writer On Friday, January 23, 2026, the Adair County Lady Indians return to the court as they face the Campbellsville Lady Eagles (12-5) at home. The Lady Indians come off a dominating 70-48 home win over Hart County, while Campbellsville comes off a dominating win of their own, 70-31, over LaRue County. This will be the second meeting this season for the two teams. Back on December 5, 2025, Campbellsville took a 47-61 win on their home court. The Lady Eagles are led in scoring by sophomore Karsyn Smith and senior Alexis Knifley, who are averaging 15.5 and 12.8 points per game respectively. The Lady Indians could benefit greatly from a rocking home court advantage, so if you can come out and support your Lady Indians tonight. Tip off is scheduled for 5:30pmCT on January 23, 2026, in John Burr Memorial Gymnasium, 526 Indian Drive, Columbia KY. Tickets are available at events.hometownticketing.com. 2026-01-23 12:12:19 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
Cattlemen: Annual Meeting postponed to Feb 16 From Nick Roy Adair County Extension Agent for Agriculture & Natural Resources The Adair County Cattlemen's Association Annual Meeting and Awards Banquet that was scheduled for January 26, 2026, has been postponed. The meeting will be held at 6pmCT on Monday, February 16, 2026, at the Adair County Cooperative Extension Service, 409 Fairground Street, Columbia, KY. 2026-01-23 10:32:58 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Adair Co. Extension Service
Letter: Great Blue Heron Roldcat writes: The photo reminds me of when I was a youngster. I used to dip my toes into the water before getting in, just to make sure the water wasn't too cold.Comments re: Birds of Kentucky: Great Blue Heron 2026-01-23 10:00:57 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
Gov. declares State of Emergency ahead of winter storms From Scottie Ellis Frankfort, KY - On January 23, 2025, Gov. Andy Beshear declared a state of emergency ahead of a severe winter storm system set to affect much of the commonwealth. The storm, expected to begin overnight Friday, may contain heavy snow with significant accumulations, sleet, ice and arctic temperatures, creating dangerous travel and road conditions and the potential for power outages. The state of emergency declaration allows for the activation of state resources, including Kentucky Emergency Management (KYEM) and the Kentucky National Guard (KYNG), to help protect Kentucky communities and families. The state's Emergency Operations Center is preparing to activate to Level 3. "This is a serious storm that will likely cause dangerous conditions on our roads and potential power outages, which is why we are doing everything we can to keep Kentuckians safe," said Gov. Beshear. "We ask that everyone does what they can to prepare now. Run any necessary errands before the storm, avoid traveling while conditions are dangerous, and have weather alerts turned on to stay informed." The following steps are also being implemented ahead of the winter storm: Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-01-23 09:59:25 | Comments | Printable version
Upward Basketball games canceled From Clay Turner Upward basketball games at Columbia Christian Church will be cancelled tomorrow, Saturday, January 24, 2026, due to the weather. 2026-01-23 09:56:24 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
2025-26 deer harvest was 5th highest on record From Lisa Jackson Frankfort, KY - Hunters harvested 145,433 deer in Kentucky during the 2025-26 season, the fifth-highest reported total in history and 3,000 above the 10-year average. Adair County's 2025 total was 1923, down very slightly from 2024's record 1929, but still way higher than recent history.
But doe harvest goals, aimed at maintaining a healthy and quality herd, were not met. "In many ways, it was a great deer season - almost 105,000 hunters were successful in taking at least one deer, walking away with meat in the freezer, some with a rack for the wall and all stories to tell friends and family," said Joe McDermott, deer program coordinator for the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-01-23 09:52:09 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Ky Afield Outdoors Birthdays and Anniversaries for January 23 Happy Anniversary, Kenzie and Beverly Rowe (1981) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Mike and Kathy Jones (1981) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy birthday, Alex Lara (2001) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Barbara Hadley | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Holly Karnes Burton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jeff Hadley | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Julie Curry Wilson | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Mitch Parker | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Ralph Smith | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Robert "Bob" Shanklin | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Suzanne Grant Hobbs | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Travis Foley | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tyler Wayne Hale (2012) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Whitley Bonta | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, J. R. Streeval, Columbia, KY (1942-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Joyce Goodin Durham, 77, Adair County, KY (1942-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Beatrice Bray, Adair Co., KY (1922) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Willard Cheatham, Adair Co., KY (1923)> | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lucille Stephens Harrell, Adair County, KY (1923) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Danny Ray Antle, Columbia, KY (1948) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Harold Waymon, Elk Horn, Taylor Co., KY (1939) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rev. George Austin Price, Green County, KY (1921-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Barbara L. Burton, Casey County, KY (1963-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. U. J. Wood, Metcalfe Co. KY native (1933-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, LaVonda Garner, 41, Cumberland County, KY (1973-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Willie Frances Pettit, 60, Green Co., KY (1955-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dello Foley, 83, Russell County, KY (1932-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Earl W. Vaught, Casey Co., KY (1917-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Edwin Blevins, 92, Taylor County, KY (1924-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, David Allen Clark, 60, Russell Co., KY (1956-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Maxie Spears Watson, 92, Burkesville, KY (1924-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Terry Wayne Cole, 64, Casey Co., KY (1952-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Gerald Stanley Skaggs, Taylor County, KY (1945-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lois Jean Grant, 90, Adair County, KY (1926-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bradley Michael Courtney, 35, Breeding, Adair Co., KY (1982-2017 | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Louis Bennett, 80, Russell Co., KY (1937-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. James Lewis Wells, 66, Taylor County, KY (1951-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Doris Fudge, Adair County, KY/Cook Co., IL native (1929-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Frances Tutt Glasgow, Columbia, KY (1922-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dollie D. (Edwards) Nash, 93, Metcalfe County, KY (1925-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Albert Martin Kane, Jr., 65, Liberty, KY (1954-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Anna Marie Helm, Adair County, KY (1933-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Anthony Dale (Tony) Hall, 66, Russell Springs, KY (1956-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Brandon Nunn Dicken, 46, Campbellsville, KY (1975-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Doris Leveridge, 83, Russell County, KY (1935-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Eva Mae Miller, 93, Russell Springs, KY (1928-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Fredia Mae Traylor, 73, Casey County, KY (1946-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Hollis (Doc) Bennett, 83, Russell Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jacquelene Wilson Simpson, 87, Russell Springs, KY (1932-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jodie Wilkinson, 76, Casey County, KY (1943-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Leroy Johnson, 89, Russell Springs, KY (1928-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Linda C. Tiller, 61, Vester, KY (1957-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Michael Thomas Pierce, 29, Russell Springs, KY (1992-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ollen D. Janes, 89, Columbia, KY (1935-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Phyllis Ann Matherly, Casey County, KY (1953-2014) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rita Mae Cash, 53, Taylor Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rosella Foley, 75, Russell Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ruby James Grider Shaw, Cumberland Co., KY (1931-2011) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sam Hadley, 87, Trimble Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Virginia Eileen Weatherford Hayes, Taylor Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Wanda (Lucy Campbell) White, 55, Columbia, KY (1966-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Friday, January 23, 2026 All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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