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Adair County Attorney's Office closing Mon/Tue The Adair County Attorney's Office will close at NoonCT on Monday, October 19, 2026, and will be closed on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, for the visitation and funeral of our co-worker and former county attorney, Ray Hutchison, Jr. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-18 21:04:58 | Comments | See topic Local Government
Congratulations to Adair Co. Marching Band! Adair County Marching Band Shines at 2026 Western Kentucky Tournament of Champions, Capturing First Place in Class AAA and Third Overall Adair County continues its proud tradition of excellence, earning Best Color Guard and Best Percussion honors at Kentucky's largest KMEA marching band competition of the season. From Tony Streeval Hopkinsville, KY - The Adair County High School Marching Band gave its hometown plenty to cheer about on Saturday, October 17, 2026, delivering a championship-winning performance at the 2026 Western Kentucky Tournament of Champions. With an impressive first-place finish in Class AAA and third place overall, the band once again showcased the talent, dedication and tradition of excellence that have made Adair County proud. Held at the Stadium of Champions in Christian County, the tournament was hosted by the Christian County High School Tiger Band and billed as Kentucky's largest KMEA marching band competition of the season, bringing together 22 competing bands and more than 1,500 student performers. Performing its 2026 production, "Out of Your Shell," Adair County delivered an exceptional preliminary performance, sweeping Class AAA with first-place honors in music performance, visual performance and general effect. The band also earned Best Color Guard and Best Percussion honors in Class AAA, highlighting the outstanding performances of both sections. The band's success continued into the evening finals, where Adair County secured an outstanding third-place overall finish, adding another accomplishment to its impressive season. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-10-18 15:40:35 | Comments
Letter: the Mallard duck Alan Reed writes: I was just admiring Pen's photo of the Mallard duck. The colors reflecting on the water's surface look like an impressionistic painting. Pen has a great eye. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-18 09:49:15 | Comments | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
Ray Hutchison, 87, Adair County, KY native Ray Hutchison, 87, of Gamaliel, Kentucky, died Friday, October 16, 2026 at his home. Ray served as Adair County Attorney for 30 years and after retirement, he has served as Assistant County Attorney and a partner in Hutchison & Hutchison Law Firm. He was of the Methodist faith and a member of Columbia Lodge #96. Visitation on Monday, October 19, 2026 from 3pmCT until 7pmCT at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in Columbia. Funeral service will be Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at 11amCT at Bartley & Sons Funeral Home in Gamaliel with Bro. Rondal Turner officiating. Visitation will begin at 7amCT on Tuesday at Bartley & Sons Funeral Home in Gamaliel. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-10-17 17:46:39 | Comments | See topic Obituaries Events scheduled for today, October 19, 2026 All events are listed in Central Time. | Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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Growing Your Farm and Food Business Workshop The Kentucky Center for Agriculture and Rural Development (KCARD) and its partners will bring comprehensive information on funding, business planning, and more at the Growing Your Farm and Food Business Workshop from 9amCT to 4:30pmCT on Thursday, October 22, 2026, at the Adair County Extension Office, 409 Fairground Street, Columbia, KY. At our Growing Your Farm and Food Business Workshops, you'll learn how to put together a comprehensive business plan and funding application. There will also be time to network with funders representing a wide variety of funding programs, including opportunities to ask questions specific to your farm operation. Tickets to the workshop are $20. Register online at eventbrite.com or call 859-550-3972. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-17 12:23:57 | Comments | See topic Adair Co. Extension Service
The Silent City 2026: Annita Dial as Mary Wood Garnet Annita Dial portrays Mary Wood Garnet for the 20th Anniversary Silent City, held on Monday, October 12, 2026. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-17 12:17:37 | Comments | See topic Adair Co. Public Library 
Adair Co. Cattlemen to meet Nov 2 The Adair County Cattlemen's Association wil meet at 6pmCT on Monday, November 2, 2026, at the Adair County Extension Office, 409 Fairground Street, Columbia, KY. Guest Speaker Dr. Kenny Burdine, UK Ag Livestock Economist, will give a presentation on the "Current Economics of Cull Cow Decision Making." Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-17 12:10:15 | Comments | See topic Adair Co. Extension Service
CPD visits ACPC Library for anti-bullying campaign The Columbia Police Department organized a number of activities throughout October, 2026, for National Bullying Prevention Month, to raise awareness about bullying and encourage those experiencing bullying to speak up. On Tuesday, October 13, 2026, CPD visited the libraries of Adair County Schools to donate books focused on bullying prevention, kindness, respect, and positive relationships. City of Columbia representatives Mayor Pamela Hoots, Police Chief Evan Burton, Officer Trent Williams, and SRO Officer John Harris joined a class in the Library at Adair County Primary Center for the reading of a book on bullying. In addition, a copy of The Invisible Boy was presented to the library at Adair County Primary Center. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-17 12:07:00 | Comments
Basketball: It wasn't pretty, but I'm not panicking By Ryan Hoots Sports Director, UntdWeStnd.com Lexington, KY - Kentucky took down Little Rock on Friday night in Rupp Arena, 69-49, to mark the open of their three game exhibition season. I don't know how much we can really tell as fans from a game like this, but I did think a few things stood out against Travis Ford's newest team. Kentucky might be better on defense than originally thought All offseason the narrative that this team would be able to score the basketball in bunches but couldn't defend anyone with a pulse was shoved down the BBN's collective throats. However, with watching tonight, the opposite was almost true. Kentucky recorded eight blocks and nine steals as a team. They also held the Trojans to just 31% shooting on 18-for-58 shooting from the field. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-10-17 07:33:20 | Comments | See topic Sports
KADB approves $130K for CU Ag Department From Atley Smedley Frankfort, KY - The Kentucky Agricultural Development Board approved $1,735,890 for agricultural diversification and rural development projects across the Commonwealth Friday at its monthly board meeting, including $130,510 in state funds for Campbellsville University to purchase equipment for the Agriculture Department. "The projects approved today are investments in the future of Kentucky agriculture," Agriculture Commissioner and Board Chair Jonathan Shell said. "These projects will help producers diversify, strengthen their operations, and create new opportunities that keep our farm communities strong for generations to come." Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-10-16 13:27:27 | Comments
4-H Country Ham Auction is October 29 By Tony Rose Adair County Extension Agent for 4-H Youth Development We are looking for people or businesses that would be interested in bidding on and purchasing the ham gift baskets at this year's 4-H Country Ham Auction. If you are interested in potentially attending as a buyer, contact Tony Rose at 270-384-2317 or by email at trose@uky.edu. The Adair County 4-H Program will be holding its 15th 4-H Country Ham Auction starting at 5:30pmCT on Thursday, October 29, 2026, at the Adair County Extension Office, 409 Fairground Street, Columbia, KY. This year, 33 4-H Youth will be auctioning off their hams. Each youth will design and create a ham gift basket that will be auctioned off along with the ham they produce. The hams have been produced by the youth as part of their 4-H Country Ham project. Proceeds from the ham auction will be divided as follows:
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City Council to meet Oct 19 From Woody Sharpe, CMC City Clerk/Treasurer The Columbia City Council will hold a special called meeting at 12:30pmCT on Monday, October 19, 2026, in City Hall, 116 Campbellsville Street, Columbia, KY. Special Called Meeting Agenda: Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-10-16 13:09:53 | Comments | See topic Local Government
Homemakers Holiday Bazaar is Nov 21 The 2026 Homemaker Holiday Bazaar is a local craft market organized by the Adair County Extension Homemakers. Money generated from the Bazaar supports scholarships and educational programs of the Homemakers. The Bazaar will take place from 8:30amCT to 1:30pmCT on Saturday, November 21, 2026, at the Adair County Extension Office, 409 Fairground Street, Columbia, KY. Registration for the Bazaar is due by 4:30pmCT on November 18, 2026, and tables cost $15-30. To register, return a signed vendor sheet with payment to the Extension Office at 409 Fairground Street, Columbia KY. Anyone may be a Bazaar vendor, including non-Homemaker members. After 37 tables are sold, no new vendors will be accepted. First come, first served. A will-call list will be kept until the Bazaar. For more information, see events.mgcafe.uky.edu. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-16 11:19:18 | Comments | See topic Adair Co. Extension Service Birthdays and Anniversaries for October 19 Happy Anniversary, Katie and Kent Boyce (2012) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Terry and Kathy Goodin (1974) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Ann Smith (1967) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Garry Cox | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jane Branham | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jeana Collins Pike (1972) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Kim Kelley Dykes | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Lynn Kilgallen | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Margaret Antle | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Michael Mitchum | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Miller Quinn (2006) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Ricky Roy | (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.
Gov. Beshear appeals FEMA decisions on June 2026 Storms From Scottie Ellis Frankfort, KY - - On October 16, 2026, Gov. Andy Beshear sent a letter to David Arnot, acting associate administrator for the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), appealing President Donald Trump's denial of Public Assistance for five counties affected by widespread flooding and severe weather that took place in June of this year. In the letter, the Governor also urged FEMA to reconsider its sweeping denial of the state's inclusion in the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program; asked for additional counties to be added to the Individuals and Households Assistance Program, including Cumberland County and Marion County; and requested an adjustment of the incident period time from just five days to June 17-30, per the National Weather Service report. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-10-16 11:13:10 | Comments | See topic Kentucky 
Coaches still needed for Little League Basketball From Daniel Hedges Coaches are still needed for Kindergarten-First Grade Little League Basketball and for Grades 4-5 Little League Basketball, and possibly another coach for 2-3 Little League Basketball. Teams will be drafted after evaluations on Sunday, October 18, 2026, and coaches are expected to help with the evaluations. For more information or to sign up, email daniel.hedges@adair.kyschools.us. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-16 11:09:13 | Comments | See topic Sports
Medical cannabis now available across all KY licensing regions From Scottie Ellis Frankfort, KY - On October 16, 2026, Gov. Andy Beshear announced that medical cannabis is now available across all 11 of Kentucky's dispensary licensing regions following the opening of Sunnyside Dispensary in Floyd County. The dispensary officially opened its doors on Monday, October 12, following approval from Team Kentucky's Office of Medical Cannabis on Friday, October 9, and serves as the first dispensary in the Mountain Region.With this opening, Kentucky now has 26 operating dispensary facilities. "Kentuckians suffering from PTSD, cancer, terminal illnesses, sickle cell anemia and more deserve a safe, non-addictive option for relief, and medical cannabis provides that," said Gov. Beshear. "With this week's opening of Sunnyside Dispensary, we now have dispensaries open in all 11 licensing regions throughout the commonwealth. Every step of this process has put patients first, and I'm proud of the progress we've made." For more information on qualifying conditions or to find a participating provider and begin the application process, visit KyMedCan.Ky.gov. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-16 11:02:03 | Comments
From friendly canine to local drug enforcer By Duane Bonifer Two classes of Lindsey Wilson University students learned about drug enforcement on Thursday, October 15, 2026, from one of the Columbia Police Department's most tireless and successful crusaders against illegal narcotics. Students in counseling professor Mahalia Cain's "Substance Abuse" and "Abnormal Psychology" classes watched Cally, an 8-year-old blonde Labrador Retriever of the Columbia Police Department's K9 unit, demonstrate how she ferrets out drugs in various settings and situations. No matter the location or where contraband was hidden during a demonstration in a parking lot behind the university's Biggers Sports Center, Cally correctly informed her handler, Sgt. Trevor Foster, where narcotics had been placed. He rewarded her each time by allowing her to play with a nearly indestructible ball for a few minutes before Cally seemed to blithely move on to the next challenge. Cally has been trained to locate cocaine, marajuana and methamphetamine. Foster said that lately methamphetamine has been the most common drug Cally has helped uncover. But he noted that the deadly fentanyl "is making a comeback" in the region. He aims to keep Cally away from fentanyl because even a trace of the synthetic opioid drug can be lethal to humans and dogs. "Cally is a single-purpose dog, trained for article search," said Foster. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-10-16 10:53:06 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University 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 Margarita Mondays! 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. Betty's is open on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 6amCT 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 October 19, 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 Monday, October 19, 2026:
Moles: what works to get rid of them If moles have invaded your yard, you have probably tried repellent sprays, pellets, and those vibrating stakes from the garden center. Here is the hard truth: according to university extension programs from Purdue to Penn State to Michigan State, most of those products do little or nothing. The moles are still there because the products that dominate the store shelves are largely ineffective. The first surprise is what moles are actually after. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-10-15 21:16:00 | Comments | See topic Farm and Garden
Rose Morgan's Legacy Lives On Residents of Breeding recently found something unusual in their mailboxes. It was a letter, but more importantly, it was a reminder of a little girl whose short life left a lasting mark on her family, her school and her community. The letter told the story of Rose Morgan and introduced the "What Would Rose Do? Foundation", a new nonprofit organization created in memory of the 7-year-old Breeding girl who lost her life in a December 2024 automobile collision. Its mission is as simple as the question in its name: What would Rose do? Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-10-15 21:06:55 | Comments
Football: Indians back in action on Friday By Trey Stephens, Staff Writer The Adair County Indians Varsity Football team will return to the field on Friday, as they host the Edmonson County Wildcats (1-6) at home. Come out and support you Adair County Indians as they get back on the gridiron, with kickoff scheduled for 7pmCT on Friday, October 16, 2026, at ACHS Indian Field, 526 Indian Drive, Columbia, KY. Tickets are $8, and can be purchased online at events.hometownticketing.com. The Tribe got off to a hot start this season, but hit a three-game skid before the bye week as competition toughened. The Indians will hopefully get an opportunity to bounce back and get one back in the win column after the week off. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-10-15 17:05:10 | Comments | See topic Sports Last 10 Posted Obituaries:
Remembrances for October 19 In Memory Birthday, Lee Roy Bennett (1945) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Arlin Downey, Greensburg, KY; Adair Co. native (1938) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mark Allan Stafford, Casey Co., KY (1958) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Holland Moss Milby, Green County, KY (1933) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ardis R. Stargle, 68, Russell County, KY (1945-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kathryn E. Hall , Casey County, KY (1950-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Vanda Vanese (Nessie) Vaughn, Green Co., KY, (1925-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, John Douglas (Shorty) Gabehart, Taylor County, KY (1953-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Gladys Fair Walls, Casey County, KY (1921-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Charles Riggs, Taylor County, KY (1934-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jean Hughes Cox, 71, Taylor Co., KY (1943-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Marcia Winfrey Hume, Cumberland Co., KY (1930-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Homer Spears, 84, Casey Co./Pike Co., KY native (1931-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Russell Ross, 82, Russell County, KY (1934-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, John Lanis Goode, 65, Taylor County, KY (1951-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jodi Adele Heselton Atwood, Casey Co., KY (1967-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Danny G. Helm, 71, Adair County, KY/Russell Co., KY native (1946-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James -Jimmy- Caton, Taylor County, KY (1961) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Judy Ann Campbell, 63, Adair County, KY (1954-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Willie Mason (Bill) French, Campbellsville, KY (1921-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ann Matherly Dile, 82, Taylor Co., KY native (1937-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Betty M. Schaeffer, 89, Columbia KY (1933-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Brenda Jasper, 71, Russell Springs, KY (1950-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Cavella Lyons Robbins, 56, Florence, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Cleo Shofner, 92, Taylor Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Colby Deener, 95, Taylor Co., KY (1927-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Davis Hadley, 80, Russell Springs, KY (1940-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Delano Shipp, Campbellsville, KY (1941-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dicy Coffey, 99, Russell Springs, KY (1921-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Donald E. Doss, 72, Adair Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Elizabeth Hopkins Patterson, 88, Taylor Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Emma Goodin, 91, member Bearwallow UMC (1915-2007) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James Melson, 48, Jamestown, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, John Richard Williams, 53, Campbellsville, KY (1965-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Judith Ann (Judy) Flanders, 79, Green Co., KY native (1941-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kelsay (Bug) Barnes, 91, Campbellsville, KY (1928-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lowell Woodruff (Woody) Goodin, 82, Columbia, KY (1942-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lucille Goode, 90, Bradfordsville, KY (1929-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Pamela Schubert, 57, Dunnville, KY (1965-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Prudence Milby Russell, 99, Green County, KY native Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Robert E. Wojcik, 80, Liberty, KY (1942-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ruby B. Humble, 84, Russell Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Walter Lee Allen, 61, Campbellsville, KY (1957-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) |
 
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