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Monday, April 20 is last day to register to vote in primary

The deadline to register to vote in the upcoming May Primary Election is Monday, April 20, 2026, at 4pm local time. Kentuckians can easily register or confirm their registration at govote.ky.gov.

To be eligible to vote, Kentuckians must:
  • Be a U.S. Citizen.
  • Be a current resident of Kentucky.
  • Will be at least 18 years of age on or before the next general election. Minors who are 17 years old but will be 18 years old on or before the General Election are eligible to register and vote in the upcoming Primary.
  • Not be a convicted felon, or if convicted of a felony, right to vote has been restored following an expungement, Executive Pardon, or Executive Order.
  • Have not been judged "mentally incompetent" in a court of law.
  • Not claim the right to vote anywhere outside Kentucky.
You can check your voter registration and precinct location online at govote.ky.gov, or by calling the Clerk's Office at 270-384-2801. (See also: Important Voting Precinct location changes for 2026).


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2026-04-16 10:57:56 | Comments | See topic Politics


ACHS winning artists in Regional competition


2026-04-15 - Columbia, KY - Photo from Cayce Davenport.
Artists at Adair County High School did a great job in the Caveland Regional Art Competition hosted by the Kentucky Art Educators Association. Students brought home a total of 16 awards, 9 of which will be advancing to All-State. From left in this picture are: Mallory Smith, Colton Clark, Natalie Sneed, Cayce Davenport, Harley Grider, Makayla Rios, and Dixon Cary.


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State releases county unemployment data for January 2026

From Mike Clark/Kim Saylor Brannock

Frankfort, KY - Unemployment rates fell in all 120 counties between January 2025 and January 2026, according to the Kentucky Center for Statistics (KYSTATS), an agency within the Kentucky Education and Labor Cabinet.

CountyCLFEMPUNEMPJan26Dec25Jan25
Adair8,0567,7063504.3%3.7%6.0%
Casey6,0975,8272704.4%3.8%6.1%
Cumberland2,9212,7791424.9%3.6%6.1%
Green4,3964,2021944.4%3.9%6.1%
Metcalfe4,3264,1471794.1%3.3%6.6%
Russell7,8447,5073374.3%3.3%5.6%
Taylor10,88210,3815014.6%3.8%5.8%

Woodford County recorded the lowest jobless rate in the commonwealth at 3.2%. It was followed by Todd County, 3.3%; Fayette County, 3.5%; Jessamine and Scott counties, 3.6% each; and Bourbon, Campbell, Graves, Harrison, Kenton and Oldham counties, 3.7% each.

Wolfe County recorded the state's highest unemployment rate at 10.3%. It was followed by Lewis County, 8.8%; Magoffin County, 8.7%; Elliott County, 8.3%; Carter County, 7.6%; Martin County, 7.3%; Menifee County, 7.2%; Lawrence County, 6.8%; Jackson County, 6.6%; and Breathitt County, 6.4%.


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2026-04-16 10:47:16 | Comments

Current Local Conditions
Adair: 78 F
Casey: 77 · Cumberland: 79 · Green: 78
Metcalfe: 77 · Russell: 78 · Taylor: 78
Updated at 6:00pm Thursday, April 16, 2026
  High/Low: 81 F / 60 F
SLP: 1012.3
Wind: SW at 3
Dewpoint: 57 F
Relative Humidity: 48.7%
Precipitation: 0 in. today

Kentucky Mesonet Links:
Adair County - Casey County - Cumberland County - Metcalfe County - Taylor County

National Weather Service Links:
Burkesville. Campbellsville. Columbia. Edmonton. Greensburg. Jamestown. Liberty. Russell Springs


Letter: Thanks to Rodney White

Steve Coomer writes:
Thanks to Rodney White for a concise and timely article!
Comments re: Letter: we are in unprecedented times in America


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2026-04-16 10:43:50 | Comments | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback


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CFR respond to Central Ave commercial structure fire

From Chris Taylor, Chief
Executive Director Fire-Rescue-EMS
Campbellsville Fire-Rescue

Campbellsville Fire-Rescue was dispatched to a report of a commercial structure fire on South Central Avenue in Campbellsville in the early hours of Thursday, April 16, 2026. Upon arrival, firefighters found heavy smoke and flames coming from the roof of the building. Firefighters located heavy fire on the main floor, attic and a small fire in the basement. Firefighters extinguished the fire and provided overhaul.
  • Firefighters Responding: 22
  • Responding Apparatus: Engine 4, Engine 1, Rescue 1, Truck 1, Squad 1 and Chief
  • Automatic Aid: Taylor County Fire Department
  • Mutual Aid: Greensburg Fire Department and Columbia Fire Department
  • Assisting Agencies: Kentucky State Fire Marshalls Office, Campbellsville Taylor County 911, Campbellsville Police, Campbellsville Taylor County EMS, KU, ATMOS
The cause of the fire is unknown but currently under investigation with CFD and the Kentucky State Fire Marshalls Office. No civilian injuries were reported. One firefighter had a medical illness that was not related to the fire call that did not require EMS transport.


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2026-04-16 10:42:31 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports



Events scheduled for today, April 16, 2026
All events are listed in Central Time. | Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
9:00amCTBoard of Elections meeting (ID:70518 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
10:00amCTService Officer at VFW Post 6097 (ID:70531 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
2:00pmCTServices for David Allen Murrell, 61, Columbia, KY native (1964-2026) (ID:70541 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
4:00pmCTAdair Co. Community Baby Shower
Adair Co Elementary School, 870 Indian Dr, Columbia, KY (enter through Door #8) (ID:70457 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
5:00pmCTAdair Co. School Board meeting (click for agenda) (ID:70540 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
7:00pmCTOpening Night for The Miss Magnolia Senior Citizen Beauty Pageant
Barn Lot Theater, Edmonton (ID:70528 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)

Visit the Events Page for details about the events listed above and for events on upcoming days. Please use our Contact Form to let us know about your organization's upcoming events.

Ad: Final two-day sale at SYNERGY FOOD GROUP


2026-04-15 - Adair County, KY .
Final Two-Day Sale SYNERGY FOOD GROUP Thursday, April 16 and Friday, April 17, from 7amCT – 3pmCT. Everything has been reduced to unbelievably low prices!

Selling by the Case: Tuna Pouches - 12 Pk for $3, 24 Pk for $6. 200 Pk for $50. Snacks - Cookies Protein Granola Chickpeas. Green Bean Cups, Salt Packets, Pepper Packets, Food Tubs. Come out to the old Majestic Yacht building on the corner of the Bypass and Hwy 61 in Columbia for some great deals while they last.


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Words of Wisdom for April 16, 2026
For Day 106 of 2026. There are 259 days remaining in 2026.

From Miss Donna Rieder
"One day you will tell your story of how you overcame what you went through, and it will become someone else's survival guide." -Brene Brown

Donna Rieder's Clifty Creek Farm is located at 3190 White Oak Church Rd, Russell Springs, KY (visitors by appointment only). You can reach Donna by email at cliftycreekkikos@aol.com, or on the Clifty Creek Farm Facebook page.

Now available: Farm-fresh, free-range rainbow eggs just $4/dozen.
Call 270-805-1527 to schedule a pickup. Delivery is available in Columbia for orders of 5 dozen or more.


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KBC Blood Drive on April 28

There will be a community blood drive from 1pmCT to 5pmCT on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at the Columbia Church of Christ Fellowship Hall, 501 Jamestown Street, Columbia. Those who give blood at this drive will receive a KBC T-shirt (while supplies last).

Appointments are preferred but walk-ins are welcome. To schedule a donation, visit kybloodcenter.org or call 800.775.2522.


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2026-04-16 10:37:32 | Comments | See topic Health Care



Register/Verify registration at: GOVOTEKY
Registration Deadline is April 20, 2026, at 4pm.



EDA to discuss sports complex in special called meeting

From Ellen Zornes, Executive Director
Columbia-Adair County Chamber of Commerce

There will be a special called meeting of the Columbia Adair Economic Development Authority at 6pmCT on Thursday, April 23, 2026, at the Welcome and Development Center, 201 Burkesville St, Columbia, KY.

The sole agenda item will be: Information gathering and discussion of a sports complex in the Green River Commerce Park.


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2026-04-16 10:34:51 | Comments | See topic Local Government

New KY driver licensing system launching in June

From Naitore Djigbenou/Allen Blair

Frankfort, KY - On April 15, 2026, Gov. Andy Beshear announced that a new, modernized driver licensing system and online portal will be launching this June, providing online services that help reduce wait times at regional offices and minimize paperwork. The improved system will replace the current, nearly 40-year-old system and allow Kentuckians to create accounts through the new portal, myDrive, that enable them to pre-apply for a license, permit or ID, request a card replacement, check their current license standing, and more.

Kentuckians due to renew in June are strongly encouraged to visit a Driver Licensing Regional Office before June 4, 2026, as all offices will close on June 4 and 5, 2026, and hours of operation will be adjusted from June 8 - 18, 2026 for the system migration.


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2026-04-16 10:33:08 | Comments | See topic Kentucky

ACHS winning artists in Regionals


2026-04-15 - Adair County, KY - Photo from Cayce Davenport.
Adair County High School students recently competed in the Caveland Regional Art Competition hosted by the Kentucky Art Educators Association. Adair County took home a total of 16 awards, 9 of which will be advancing to All-State. From left are: Kailan Parrott, Alex Goodin, Alayna Bayuk, Gen Miles, Chluey Acanto, Alex Pedro-Pablo


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Boil Water Advisory lifted

From Columbia/Adair Utilities District
April 16, 2026

As of 9:05amCT on April 16, 2026 the Boil Water Advisory for all consumers starting at 1657 to 3220 Eastridge Cemetery Road and all of Carrol Road 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.


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2026-04-16 10:26:15 | Comments


Adair County artists take home 16 awards

From Cayce Davenport, ACHS Visual Arts Teacher

Adair County High School students recently competed in the Caveland Regional Art Competition hosted by the Kentucky Art Educators Association.

Adair County took home a total of 16 awards, 9 of which will be advancing to All-State.

All works were judged by a panel of artists and awarded placements accordingly. The top 20 art works will advance to the All-State level to be held at the University of Kentucky's School of Visual Art Studies' Bolivar Gallery.


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2026-04-15 23:48:05 | Comments | See topic Education

Kentucky State Police investigates Cumberland County murder

From Trooper Jonathan Houk

Burkesville, KY - During the evening hours of April 14, 2026, Kentucky State Police (KSP) Post 15 received a call from the Cumberland County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) requesting investigative assistance regarding a shooting incident at a residence on Red Banks Road in Cumberland County.

KSP Troopers and Detectives responded to the area and launched an investigation into the incident. The preliminary investigation found that the CCSO had received a report of a single-vehicle collision on Red Banks Rd. Upon the arrival of the CCSO Deputy, along with EMS personnel, they discovered that the male occupant, identified as 60-year-old James Edens, of Burkesville, had suffered a gunshot wound. Mr. Edens was transported to the Cumberland County Hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased by the Cumberland County Coroner.

Detectives learned that Mr. Edens and his wife, Heather Edens, 52, of Burkesville, were involved in a verbal altercation at a residence, also on Red Banks Road, just prior to the vehicle collision. During the altercation, it was determined that Ms. Edens had discharged a firearm, striking Mr. Eden with a projectile, causing injuries leading to his death.

Detectives subsequently arrested and charged Heather Edens with Murder. Ms. Edens was lodged in the Adair County Detention Center.

The investigation continues and is being led by Detective Zach Scott. He was assisted by the Cumberland County Sheriff's Office, Burkesville Police Department, Cumberland County EMS, Cumberland County Coroner's Office, and other KSP Troopers and Detectives.


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2026-04-15 20:44:13 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports

Agenda for April 16 School Board meeting

From Carolee Lloyd
Admin. Assistant to Superintendent/Human Resource Director
Adair County Board of Education

The Adair County Board of Education will meet at 5pmCT on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at the Adair County Board of Education Building, 1204 Greensburg St., Columbia, KY.

Meeting Agenda:


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2026-04-15 15:34:47 | Comments | See topic Local Government

Birds of Kentucky: Wood Duck


2026-04-15 - Jefferson Co., KY - Photo by Pen.
A wood duck hen spotted in a busy McNeely Park with a drake, hanging out with a flock of much larger mallards. They were much more comfortable with humans than most wood ducks I've seen before.


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A Sad Day

By Joyce M. Coomer

A group of weeping willows was murdered today. I do not know why.
I will miss seeing their graceful branches swaying in the wind as I pass by.


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2026-04-15 15:29:50 | Comments

Fiscal Court public notice of 2nd readings

From Bridget Compton
Adair County Deputy Judge Executive, Road Administrative Assistant & Solid Waste Coordinator

The Adair County Fiscal Court will have second reading of and adoption of four ordinances to name Phoebe Lane, Starlight Ridge Road, Haven Branch Road, and Goose Lane as private passageways at the regular called meeting at 4:30pmCT on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, in the basement of the Adair County Annex basement, 424 Public Square, Columbia, KY.

The public is invited to attend.


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2026-04-15 08:55:55 | Comments | See topic Local Government

Birthdays and Anniversaries for April 16
Happy Anniversary, Ronald & Linda Cook (1988) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversay, Jeremy Dewayne and Linda Grider | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, April May Wheeler (1973) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Caylie Blair | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Claire Evelyn Staten | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, George C. Overstreet (1994) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Heather Derman (1988) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Marisa Abbott | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Nicole Derman | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Pearl Abney | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Shane Garmon | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Taylor Cole | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Wesslynn Kay Morgan (2021) | (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.

Letter: Fishing Tips Needed

Roldcat asks:
I just purchased a fishing license and want to fish the banks of Lake Cumberland. Can anyone with fishing experience recommend the best bait/lure that I might use to catch a few bass and also, possibly some good fishing spot locations?
We're hearing of good results with wacky rigged senkos and top-water lures lately.

If you've got tips, please use the CM Comment Form to send them in.


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2026-04-15 08:53:45 | Comments | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback

LWU Honors students showcase graduate-level research

By Shelby Burton

From the economics of jiu jitsu to the effects of ASMR on short-term memory, 13 Lindsey Wilson University Honors students explored a wide range of topics during the R.V. Bennett Honors Program spring symposium on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, in the Katie Murrell Library.

Held in the Thomas D. Clark Reading Room, the symposium featured student presentations spanning healthcare, business, communications, psychology, literature and more - turning the space into a daylong academic conference that highlighted the depth and diversity of undergraduate research at Lindsey Wilson.

The symposium is a cornerstone of the R.V. Bennett Honors Program, where students spend a semester, and sometimes up to a year working closely with a faculty mentor to expand a course project or independent study into a more in-depth research presentation.

"The students spend a semester working one-on-one with a faculty mentor to take a project wider and deeper," said Lindsey Wilson associate professor of history and R.V. Bennett Honors Program director Beth Tapscott. "We want them to find something they're passionate about and have the opportunity to really dive into it and take things beyond the expectation."


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2026-04-15 08:31:29 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University

Kitty loves spring


2026-04-15 - Fairplay, KY - Photo by Veronica Arnold.
Veronica writes, "While I was busy planting flowers, Storm the Cat was enjoying the beautiful spring weather. She says it's the prrrrrrfect spot to relax. While I know we need rain, I am taking a note from Kitty here and enjoying the days while they are pleasant."


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Baseball: Adair defeats Green Co. 9-4

By Trey Stephens, Staff Writer

The Adair County Baseball team currently sits at 8-7, recently off a 9-4 win at home over Green County. Prior to the win over the Dragons, the Indians fell 0-6 to Frankfort last Wednesday, defeated Henry County 6-1 last Thursday, and lost to Muhlenberg County 10-12 on Friday.

In the win over the boys from Greensburg, Jasper Kemp did six innings of work on the bump, giving up five hits and two earned runs while striking out 12 batters on 98 pitches. Bryce Russell would come in on relief for the final inning, giving up two hits and one earned run while striking out one batter on 26 pitches.

Russell lead the team offensively, with three hits on three at bats He also posted five of the team's seven RBIs. Kemp also did well at the plate, posting two hits. Bentley Petty and Alex Martin also posted a hit each for the Tribe. Martin posted an RBI, joining Russell and Dax Conn to be the only three Indians to bat in runs in the game. The long ball was key to Russell and Martin's hitting. Russell sent two scorchers over the fence and Martin sent one.

The team now turns its attention to South Warren (8-4-1) who will host the Indians on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. The Indians faced the Spartans twice last season, and each team took a game during the month of May.

Adair County will host Clinton County on Thursday. On Friday, they're away to face a team the Tribe has not beaten since 2013, the Lakers of Russell County.


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2026-04-15 08:23:31 | Comments | See topic Sports

Softball: Indians 13-0 over Lady Eagles

By Trey Stephens, Staff Writer

Adair County Softball posted a 13-0 home win over the Campbellsville Lady Eagles in their 20th District season opener. In that game, which the Tribe ended after five innings, they were led on the mound by Keylin Bergin. Keylin went four innings flawlessly, surrendering no hits, no runs, and walking 0 batters on 52 pitches. She would be relived by Jazalynn Young, who would finish the game with one inning giving up no hits, no runs, and walking just one batter on 20 pitches. Bergin struck out four batters while Young struck out one Lady Eagle.

The offense for Adair County was led by Ashley Loy, who posted three hits, four RBIs, and two runs on four at-bats. She led the team in hits and RBI. Ella Brown led the team with three runs, and Brown and Loy co-lead the Tribe in stolen bases with one each.

This was a great outing on both sides of the ball for Adair County. 20th District action continued on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, as they traveled to Lebanon to face the Marion County Lady Knights (3-8). The team rounds out the week hosting Caverna on Thursday before heading to Somerset on Friday.


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2026-04-15 08:16:33 | Comments | See topic Sports

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
Thursday Special: Enchiladas Rancheras 3 cheese enchiladas topped with pork cooked with tomatoes, onions, bell peppers and enchilada sauce, served with a salad. $8.50

Appetizers & Salads, Combination Dinners, Vegetarian Combinations, Especial of the House Grill, Especial Seafood, Especial Steak, A La Carte Orders, Side Orders, Kids Menu, Desserts and Beverages. Call in orders are welcome!

Special: Pollo Fiesta A whole chicken breast filled with bacon and cheese, and covered with cheese dip. Comes with rice, beans, salad and tortillas.

--Roy Ayala


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!
Steaks & Ribs, Seafood, Chicken, Combinations and Vegetarian Platters, Sides, Salads, Soups, Sandwiches, Wraps, Burgers

Click here to read our menu


Happy Hawg BBQ
114 Jamestown Street, Columbia, KY. 270-585-4671. Open from 10:30amCT to 5pmCT Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. Mastercard, Visa, and Discover accepted.
Thursday Special:
Grilled Salmon on a bed of rice with roasted potatoes and roll, just $10 a plate

Happy Hawg BBQ is open again on Jamestown Street with shoulder, brisket, chicken, smoked bologna, and ribeye steaks, plus burgers and hotdogs, cold cut sandwiches, fries, nachos, appetizers, homemade sides, ice cream cups, Italian Ice cups, and more!

Randy Young, owner


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.

Call our Columbia location at 270-380-1980, or order online at acapulcomexicangrillky.com.


Adair County Schools
Adair Co. School District, Dayna Parnell, Director of Food Services, 270-384-2476
ACES and ACPC menu for April 16, 2026:
Breakfast: Chicken and biscuit
Lunch: Cheese quesadilla or taco salad with chips, salsa/sour cream/trimmings, potato wedges, refried beans, mandarin orange cup, fresh fruit options

ACMS and ACHS menu for April 16, 2026:
Breakfast: Chicken and biscuit
Lunch: Taco salad with chips, salsa/sour cream/trimmings, potato wedges, refried beans, mandarin orange cup, fresh fruit options


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 Thursday, April 16, 2026:
Grilled chicken, salad, ranch dressing, cookie, banana, club crackers, milk



A-1 Auto Supply Customer Appreciation Event and filter sale

A-1 Auto Supply is celebrating 46 years serving Adair and surrounding areas with a Customer Appreciation event from 11amCT to 1pmCT on Wednesday, April 22, 2026. Wix Filters will be on sale at A-1 Auto Supply from April 15 through April 24, 2026.

A-1 Auto Supply is lcoated at 629 Hudson St., Columbia, KY.


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2026-04-15 08:08:30 | Comments

Spring brings baby wildlife to backyards and farms

From Clare Rose

Frankfort, KY - Spring is here, and with it comes an abundance of young wildlife across the commonwealth. Newborn wildlife can be found in a variety of habitats, including urban neighborhoods. The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources urges the public to leave young wildlife undisturbed, even when they appear to be alone, and reminds landowners to watch for vulnerable wildlife when working on their properties.

Wildlife parents often leave their nest or young in a location they consider safe while they forage or hunt nearby, including places that are more developed. Young wildlife may appear to be left alone, but a parent is almost always nearby and will come back as needed to feed and take care of them. It's normal for them to be away for hours, so don't be alarmed if you come across a baby animal by itself.

It is important to remember that human intervention can cause unnecessary harm to young wildlife. Touching a baby animal can transfer human scent and draw attention to their location, potentially making the young more noticeable to predators.

"Every year, well-meaning people often step in to 'rescue' a baby wild animal that is alone and appears to be abandoned," said Dr. Christine Casey, wildlife veterinarian with Kentucky Fish and Wildlife. "In reality, they were fine before someone with good intentions stepped in, trying to help in the wrong way."

Instead, people can help baby wild animals thrive by:


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2026-04-14 16:11:35 | Comments | See topic Ky Afield Outdoors

Spirit of Columbia awards to CPD officer, Deputy Sheriff


2026-04-15 - Columbia, KY - Photo by Duane Bonifer.
The second annual Spirit Of Columbia awards focused on service, sacrifice, and the value of public safety in Columbia and Adair County. Both Drew Conn and Hunter Tweedy were honored with awards. The program read, "In August 21, 2025, Deputy Sheriff Hunter Tweedy and Assistant Police Chief Drew Conn responded to an injury accident at the intersection of HWY 551 and Holmes Bend Road. Upon arrival Deputy Tweedy and Assistant Chief Conn found that a motorcycle operator had life threatening bleeding and immediately applied a tourniquet, stopping the bleeding and saving the man's life." From left are: Deputy Hunter Tweedy, Anthony Curry, Adair County Sheriff Gary Roy, Asst. Chief Drew Conn, and CPD Chief of Police Evan Burton. The awards were presented by Chief Burton and Anthony Curry.


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HGR Spring Plow Day is April 25

The 15th annual Spring Plow Day is coming up from 9amCT to 3pmCT on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at Homeplace on Green River, 5807 New Columbia Rd., Campbellsville, KY.

Kick off the spring season at Homeplace on Green River! Our Spring Plow Day Festival has something for everyone, and children of all ages. Admission is just $5 per person, and vehicles with four or more are just $20.

Attractions include:
  • For the kids: Bounce Houses (from 11amET to 2pmET only), Pony Rides (from 11amET to 2pmET only), Kiddie Barrel Train Rides, 4H activity center, Face painting (cost not included with admission)

  • For the whole family: Old-fashioned mule and horse plow teams in the morning, Draft Horse meet and greet and harnessing demonstrations, Tour of the historic Tate House (11amET), Historical Demonstrations - Tin Smith, Black Smith, and Lard rendering, Flint knapping and tanning demonstrations, Antique Tractor Show, Craft Vendors, Food Trucks, Hay Rides, and Live Music,

  • Craft & Product Vendors: Candy Shack, OverTheMoon3DPrints, Massengil Makes, Ellipsis Art & Design, Gigi's Salves and More, Willow Designs, Whimsicraft Creations, The Calico Peacock, Gaddis Creations, Fiddlehead Farms, Heart of Kentucky Designs, River Rose Crafts, Diana Roution, Till the Rooster Crows, BT Farm Toys, and R&R Boutique

  • Food Vendors: Lunch Box, First Baptist, Claybo's BBQ, The 5000, Happy Hog, and Cafe Express
Thanks to our Sponsors: One Cross Community Health, Citizen's Bank, PriceLess IGA, Sandusky Sales, Taylor County Bank, Squires and Lee, LR Petty Funeral Home, Arnold Feed & Seed, Taylor County Tire Sales, Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home, Franklin Nissan, Stotts Phelps McQueary Funeral Home, Little House Fabrics, Longhunters Coffee & Tea, Science Hill Feed & Pet Supply, and Knifley Ag

For more information, see www.homeplaceongreenriver.org or call 270.308.2309.


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2026-04-14 16:07:44 | Comments | See topic Homeplace on Green River


Remembrances for April 16
In Memory Birthday, James Adam Hogan, Taylor Co., KY (1981) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Kenny Miller 55, Casey Co., KY (1955-2011) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Hazel Bean, Cumberland Co., KY (1928) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Loeta Rowe Hoover Heath, Adair Co., KY (1934) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Elzie (Zeb) Jones, Taylor County, KY (1921-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Willard Nelson, Taylor County, KY (1935 - 2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Nancy Huddleston, Green County, KY (1920-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mae Walker, 71, Cumberland County, KY (1943-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, L.B. (Buster) Tucker, 80, Russell Springs, KY (1935-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Oakley Mac Brown, Casey County, KY (1923-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Richard (Ricky) Wayne Paull, 57, Summer Shade, KY (1959-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Brittany Nicole Taylor, 18, Green County, KY (1998-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Anna Pearl Abney, Marrowbone, KY (1941-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Flona Beatrice Roy, 101, Russell Co., KY (1916-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Donald Penn Gaines, Taylor Co., KY (1939-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Windy Murphy, 49, Russell County, KY (1968-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Arthur Hayden Gilpin, 89, Columbia, KY native (1931-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Artist Rancel Walters, 76, Russell Springs, KY (1944-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Catherine Moore, Russell County, KY (1946-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Daryl Phillip Hubbard, 61, Edmonton, KY (1960-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Edwin Lawless, Russell County, KY (1924-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Elsie Mae Sneed, Adair Co., KY (1916) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Frank Marshall Newby, 79, Russell Springs, KY (1942-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ida Marie (Jones) Calhoun, Taylor Co., KY (1917) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jewell Darlene Huddleston, 92, Adair Co., KY (1929-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Joe Collins, Sr. (April 16, 1917 - August 20, 1977) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Joe Norris Collins, Sr., (April 16, 1917- August 24, 1977) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Joyce Dean Slinker Campbell, Adair Co. native (1939) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Junior Ray Parson, 82, Metcalfe Co., KY native (1941-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Katherine Morgan Powers, Glens Fork, KY native Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Linda Sue McQueary, Casey County, KY (1947-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Marvin (Cocky) Cochran, Casey Co., KY (1944) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Pauline Judd, 80, Campbellsville, KY (1942-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Sharon Creason, 82, Summersville, KY (1940-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Suzzanne Faye Lewis Bunch, Adair Co., KY (1950-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, William Grant Hash, Taylor County, KY native Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Willie Murrell (Bill) Sluder, 94, Campbellsville, KY (1927-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)

 






























 
 
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