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Candidate introductions 2026: Todd Davenport I am Todd Davenport, candidate for Adair County Judge Executive. As a lifelong citizen of Adair County I'm running because I love this community and believe in its future. This county has given me more than I can ever repay, and I want to continue serving the people. As your County Judge, my chief priorities will be: - Encouraging civility among elected officials - Providing full transparency in how our budget is managed - Supporting county employees with proper training & support - Cultivating a fiscal environment with an honest open door Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-11-01 14:12:06 | Comments
KSP Post 15 to conduct traffic safety checkpoints COLUMBIA, Ky. (November 1, 2026) - Kentucky State Police Post 15 will be conducting periodic traffic safety checkpoints in the Post 15 area, which includes Green, Taylor, Marion, Washington, Russell, Casey, Adair, Metcalfe, Monroe, Clinton, and Cumberland counties. These checkpoints will be conducted as part of Post 15's highway safety efforts. Troopers will be checking for violations of Kentucky traffic and regulatory laws, including, but not limited to, motor vehicle equipment safety, driver licensing, motor vehicle registration, child restraints, and operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of intoxicants. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-11-01 10:01:58 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Congratulations AC Marching Band Champions! Parade to escort the busses back to Columbia is expected to be around 1pmCT as the winning band students return home! News is coming in and spreading on social media from last night's scores - The Adair County High School Marching Band is bringing home the Kentucky Marching Band 3A Championship!! Assistant Principal JR Thompson writes, "I had the privilege to attend my first State Band Competition this evening and man did Adair County shine - these kids did PHENOMENAL!! It was electrifying. I'm so proud of our band students and for the hard work they put into making it to the state championship round. They were incredible!! Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-11-01 08:29:38 | Comments | See topic Education
More than 1,100 attend LWU Safe Halloween By Duane Bonifer The anticipation started building about three weeks ago among residents in Lindsey Wilson University's Phillips Hall. That's when students of the 140-resident residence hall started to prepare the 123-year-old building's hallways for the university's "Safe Halloween." The annual event is when the university opens select residence halls to area children and their family members, who enjoy a trick-or-treat journey through decorated hallways and receive candy from students dressed as characters from children's stories, films, TV shows and video games. "I was very excited about it this year, especially when I found out the theme of the hall," said Lindsey Wilson student and resident Anna Kate Alexander '29 of Glasgow. Alexander dressed as Princess Peach from the "Mario" video game series, which complemented her hallway's theme. The building's other themes included the "Minions" animated series, the "Star Wars" saga, the "PJ Masks" children TV series and several Disney characters. A lot of people shared Alexander's excitement this year because more than 1,100 area children and their family members attended this year's Lindsey Wilson "Safe Halloween," often all dressed in costumes. That made it one of the largest crowds since the event was first held in 1994. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-10-31 16:23:24 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University Events scheduled for today, November 1, 2026 All events are listed in Central Time. | Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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ACSO: Inmate escapes, crashes stolen car From Sheriff Gary Roy Adair County Sheriff's Office On Friday, October 30, 2026, the Adair County Sheriff's Office responded to reports of a suspicious vehicle that had been located in a field on Lampton Lane. The vehicle had been involved in a collision, but no operator could be located. At around the same time, authorities were notified of an escaped inmate from the Adair County Regional Jail Class D Facility. Through investigation, it was determined that the inmate had escaped custody and stolen a vehicle before crashing the vehicle. He was located and taken into custody without incident a short time later. Deputy Ricky Shirley was the arresting officer. Deputy Shirley was assisted by Deputy Tweedy, Deputy Wall, Sheriff Roy and members of the Columbia Police Dept. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-10-31 16:15:13 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports 
Letter: On Christian Fellowship Travis Martin is the great-great grandson of Daniel and Bertha McClendon of Columbia. He was born and raised in Louisville, and relocated to Columbia in the early 2020s. He says that as a child he remembers frequent trips to Columbia, "never knowing this would be the place where I would find my forever home." By Travis Martin Christian fellowship improves Columbia's overall wellness. When we form friendships, we grow as children of God. In the year and a half that I have lived here, I have hosted 36 fellowship gatherings. By spring 2030, I hope to reach over 100. I find that wholesome Christian fellowship is not only socially fulfilling and comforting but also spiritually beneficial. Joining a prayerful community is always good for the soul. I love Columbia, which has given me something no other location has: an active, growing social life. I feel my best in Columbia, and I believe it is due to the connections I have formed here and the celebrations I have shared. If someone asks how to improve overall happiness, I suggest hosting gatherings with family and friends: at home, in the park, at a restaurant, or wherever they want to meet. Share a meal and go the extra mile; doing so brings us a sense of belonging, at least in my experience. I suggest weekly attendance at a church that welcomes you with open arms and engages your social life. I believe God's command to love our neighbors as ourselves instructs us to build a stronger and more engaging community. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-31 16:10:59 | Comments | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
CPD: Tennessee woman arrested on drug-related charges From the Columbia Police Department On Friday, October 30, 2026, at approximately 12:27 a.m. (CST), officers with the Columbia Police Department conducted a traffic stop on the Columbia Bypass. During the traffic stop, officers conducted a roadside investigation that resulted in the discovery of suspected illegal drugs and drug paraphernalia inside the vehicle. The driver was arrested at the scene without incident. Columbia Police Officer Colton Nunn was the arresting officer. He was assisted at the scene by Columbia Police Officer Dustin Bunch and Adair County Sheriff's Office Deputy Nick Barber. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-10-31 16:04:52 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports 
Kentucky Color: Country Doorstop By Billy Joe Fudge This is a homemade memory of my maternal grandmother, Mary Elizabeth Furkin Stotts. Ma was born in 1907. She and Pa raised two daughters that were born during the depression. They, like many others, raised their young'uns with grit, grind, scrimping, faith and ingenuity. Back in the day here in the Great Wooded South, everyone had screen doors to let air in to cool the house during hot weather. This required the entrance door to stand open, sometimes day and night. That meant that Geodes, other rocks and old irons that were heated on the wood stove to iron clothes were used to hold the doors open. However, Ma Stotts got all fancy close to 60 years ago and used water with food coloring in an old Ancient Age Bourbon bottle to make her living room door stop! It has lost that much volume over time. May be a little air leak but can't be much. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-31 10:26:15 | Comments | See topic Kentucky Color by Billy Joe Fudge 
Recipe call for exhibition on family and materials From Kristyne Gilbert Lucretia C. Begley Art Gallery at the W.W. Slider Humanities Building at Lindsey Wilson University is officially inviting the community to contribute to it's highly anticipated Spring 2027 exhibition, a multi-media showcase exploring family lineage, ancestral roots, and the profound concept of 'material memory.' The upcoming exhibition brings history to life through striking visual narratives, including photographic series documenting architectural remnants of family landmarks and the domestic labor of past generations, as well as community portraits. A central theme of the showcase centers on how everyday rituals--like the exactness of a cherished recipe--serve as a vital means of survival, love, and connection across decades. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-10-30 21:53:51 | Comments | See topic Food 
Phillip Coffey - Uncle Joe I raise my cup of coffee to Uncle William (Joe) Edgar Coffey (October 30, 1917-January 19, 1994) who always had his two spoons full of instant coffee akin to James Bond's Martini - never stirred but for sure try not to shake it. When he drank to the bottom of the cup, the coffee had the consistency of syrup but bitter like he liked it. Uncle Joe's life was often bitter, yet better than most I think, because everyone knew him. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-10-30 21:21:19 | Comments
Oct 30 is First Responders Day in Columbia From the City of Columbia October 30 has been declared as First Responders Day in Columbia as the result of a proclamation issued by Mayor Hoots. On Friday, October 30, 2026, representatives of Breeding Fire Department, Adair County Ambulance Service, Columba-Adair County Fire Department, 911 Center, Emergency Management, Columbia Police Department, Adair County Sheriff Office, Kentucky State Police, Class D Facility, and the Adair County Regional Jail were on hand for the recognition. The proclamation reads: Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-10-30 12:34:41 | Comments 
Photos from Barnetts Creek Church, 1959 Billy Joe Hagy writes: Some historical pictures around Columbia/Adair County were passed along to me from the two daughters of Reverand Harry T. Sinks and his dear wife Harriet Barclay Sinks. Harry was our preacher up on Barnetts Creek near the Pellyton community of Adair county. Harry and Harriet's daughters are Susan (Sinks) Barber and Lolly (Sinks) Bolin. They should be given credit if you choose to publish any of these pictures on Columbia Magazine. I hope you will see the value of sharing these great pictures so that others from Adair can also enjoy them. Decedents of some of these houses' families may actually love to have their ancestors print of the homes. Note: Special thanks to Valerie Adams for helping get these photos to Columbia Magazine. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-30 10:34:01 | Comments
Thanks from the Farmers Market for a great season By Donna Jones As the 2026 season for Farmers Market on the Square comes to an end this Saturday, October 31, the vendors would like to thank everyone for your support. Thanks to everyone that shopped and supported your local vendors and farmers you are truly appreciated. Thanks to the mayor and council for the use of the city parking lot. Troy Kimbler for the donation of having portable toilets available for the market. Again, Thank you to each and everyone one of you. We close out 2026 and start planning for 2027. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-30 10:05:31 | Comments Birthdays and Anniversaries for November 1 Happy Anniversary Perry and Shirley Scott, Marrowbone, KY (1969) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, "Cotton" and Ann Smith (1985) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Frances and Daril Salyers | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Josh & Elisa Blakley (1999) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Randall and Jean Nelson | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Abe Cross | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, April Loy | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Camden James Burton (2005) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Cathy Lawless | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Charmaine Stewart | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Heather Rowe | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Kaili Adams | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Kobe Dale Johnson (2003) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, MacKenzie Hinkle (2004) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Shay England | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tedessa Thompson | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tiffany Glover | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Vickie Karnes (1974) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Zach Lynch | (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.
Lindsey Wilson hosts inaugural Farmer Appreciation Luncheon By Duane Bonifer Lindsey Wilson University and area agriculture leaders celebrated the beginning of a beautiful friendship at the inaugural LWU Farmer Appreciation Luncheon, held on Thursday, October 29, 2026. More than 100 area agriculture leaders joined university and high school students and educators at the university's Roberta D. Cranmer Dining & Conference Center to underscore the critical role agriculture plays in Southcentral Kentucky's economy. "This luncheon is about recognizing you," Lindsey Wilson Agribusiness Program Director Paisley Bolin '26 told the guests. "Agriculture plays such an important role in our communities and our everyday lives, and the people who work in this industry deserve to know how much they are appreciated." Lindsey Wilson launched a bachelor of arts degree in agribusiness this school year, and a key element of the new academic program is that it is deeply rooted in the region. "Agriculture isn't just part of our heritage here in Kentucky -- it's part of who we are, and it defines us," said Lindsey Wilson School of Business and Communication Dean Benson Sexton '04. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-10-30 09:57:43 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University 
Football: Indians host Eagles in final home game By Trey Stephens, Staff Writer On Friday, the Adair County Indians Varsity Football team gets back on the field to close out the 2026 football season. The Tribe will host the Campbellsville Eagles (3-6) who come off a 42-0 loss to Kentucky Country Day last week on the road. The Eagles are in a multi-game losing skid going back to September. Campbellsville has struggled turning the ball over this season. Eagles QB Bryson Underwood has tossed some 11 interceptions this year and just five touchdowns. The Campbellsville rushing attack has also struggled to score with just five rushing touchdowns on the season making just 10 total offensive touchdowns on the whole season for Campbellsville. This is compared to 31 offensive touchdowns for the Tribe on the year. If the Indians can score, they can likely end the season on a positive note and get a win in this one. Come out and support the Tribe at 7pmCT on Friday, October 30, 2026, at ACHS Indian Field, 526 Indian Drive, Columbia, KY. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-30 09:48:09 | Comments | See topic Sports 
Trunk or Treat at Columbia Christian Church From Clay Turner Trunk or Treat will be held from 5pmCT to 7pmCT tonight, Friday, October 30, 2026, at Columbia Christian Church, 206 Campbellsville St, Columbia, KY. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-30 09:35:30 | Comments | See topic Church News 
4-H Cloverbuds meeting on Nov 16 From Emylou Miller Program Assistant for 4-H Youth Development We will be having a Cloverbuds meeting at 5:30pmCT on Monday, November 16, 2026, at the Adair County Extension Office, 409 Fairground Street, Columbia, KY. Cloverbuds is an opening for youth into 4-H. Through this club we cover all areas of 4-H Youth Development through small activities and crafts. We have regular meetings on the first Monday of every month. At the Nov 16 meeting, we will be doing fall crafts and activities. All youth ages 3-8 are welcome to attend, and a parent or guardian must accompany the child. We hope to see you there. If you have any questions, please call the office at 270-384-2317. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-29 15:49:47 | Comments | See topic Adair Co. Extension Service  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, November 1, 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.
Local tracts approved for Opportunity Zone 2.0 designation From Scottie Ellis/Brandon Mattingly Frankfort, KY - On October 29, 2026, Gov. Andy Beshear announced continued site and building development efforts throughout the state, as 137 census tracts across 76 Kentucky counties were approved for Opportunity Zone (OZ) 2.0 designation, including 1 tract in Adair Count and 2 tracts in Russell County. The approved 2.0 designation tracts will become active on January 1, 2027. The OZ program seeks to spur long-term economic development and job creation in overlooked communities, and the Governor recommended the tracts for designation. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-10-29 15:39:46 | Comments
History of Freemasonry in Adair County on Nov 2 From Annita Dial R.W. Jordan C.T. Baker is the current Grand Junior Warden of Grand Lodge of Kentucky F. & A. M. Jordan Baker is the second person from Adair County to ever be elected to this office. James Garnett, Jr. was the first, way back in 1905. Baker will present "A History of Freemasonry in Adair County, Kentucky" at 5pmCT on Monday, November 2, 2026, at the Genealogy and History Research Center. A meal will be provided first, with the program to proceed afterwards. The Adair County Genealogy and History Research Center is located at 307 Greensburg Street, Columbia, KY. For more information, call 270-380-1024. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-29 14:20:01 | Comments
City Council to meet Nov 2 From Tiffany Collins The Columbia City Council will meet in regular session at 5pmCT on Monday, November 2, 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. 2026-10-29 14:10:44 | Comments | See topic Local Government Last 10 Posted Obituaries:
Remembrances for November 1 In Memory Birthday, Lonnie Grant, Columbia, KY (1946-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Philip R. Holmes, Columbia, KY (1945-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lorena Glover Workman, Elk Horn, KY (1929-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Phyllis Loy (1949) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Helen McDermott Noel, Adair Co., KY (1925) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Samuel Otis Lee Phillips, Casey Co., KY, (1954) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Geraldine (Gerry) Hicks, Casey Co., KY (1940) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jerry W. Koger, Clinton Co., KY native, KY (1951) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bernadine Drake, Adair County, KY (1940) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, George Tuey, Russell Co., KY (1922-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James Wesley Wade, Summer Shade, KY (d. May 19, 2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jessie Phipps Karnes, Knifley, Adair Co. KY (1920-2013)> | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Arnold D. Burton, 73, Adair County, KY (1940-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lindsay Pennington-Akers, 31, Russell Co., KY (1982-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Frances Pruitt, Green County, KY (1941-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mabel Lucille Cox Newton, Taylor Co., KY (1932-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William Eugene Pedigo, 87, Summer Shade, KY (1928-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Randall (Shorty) Lee Walker, Beaumont, KY (1940-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rosie K. Bearden, 80, Columbia, KY (1936-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Troy Allen Kessinger, 61, Adair Co., KY/Oklahoma native (1955-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, David McFarland, 75, Russell County, KY (1942-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Clara Lee Raffety, Taylor County, KY (1922-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bell Holland, 75, Burkesville, KY (1945-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Betty Ray Lacy Swan, 75, native of Columbia, KY (1942-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Chloe Mae Taylor Carmicle, 6, Adair Co., KY (2018-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Daryl Dearen, Taylor Co., KY (1960 - 2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Donnie Odell Houk, 76, Greensburg, KY (1946-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dorothy Burton Gaskin, 71, Adair Co., KY native (1950-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Eleanor Louise Sharp, Greensburg, KY (1927-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Eulon Wells Wesley, 90, Glens Fork, KY, native (1924-2015) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jeanette S. Wilson, 76, Russell County, KY (1943-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jessie Elbert Hagan, 75, Columbia, KY (1945-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, John B. Zimnoski, 66, Knifley, KY (1958-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Louise Atwell, Green County, KY (1925-2006) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Lou Haley, Russell Springs, KY (1946-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Nancy Whitlow Thompson Sinclair, Green Co., KY (1947-2016) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Shelby Coffey, 74, Jamestown, KY (1948-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William D. (Bill) Roberts, 85, Edmonton, KY (1937-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William Garnett Bault, 89, Adair/Taylor Counties, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) |
 
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