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Daily News for Friday, October 17, 2025
Congratulations to Adair Co. FFA Land Judging Team! Continuing a Tradition of Success: Adair County FFA Land Judging Team Advances to State From Gabrielle Barnes Agriculture Educator/FFA Advisor On Thursday, October 16, 2025, the Adair County FFA placed second in the Lake Cumberland Regional Land Judging Contest. Team members were Ethan Wooten, Addie Baker, Isabella Harvey, and Katie Kean. All team members performed exceptionally, and Isabella Harvey was the highest scoring individual of the entire contest. The contest requires students to evaluate land for use in agricultural production. They have to estimate slope, determine the multiple soil characteristics, identify the land capability class, select the proper conservation measures, and choose the limitations for each of four sites. The goal of this hands-on career development event is to assist in preparing students for a career in agricultural production. The team's success in this contest is a testament to the work the students put in to prepare. It took countless hours of hiking and studying to perform at this level. They have spent weeks walking slopes, evaluating site cards, and finding sinkholes. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-10-17 14:27:40 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
Trabue-Russell House Fall Bean and Burgoo Lunch From Mary Anne Loy The annual Bean and Burgoo Lunch will be held from 11amCT to 1pmCT on Friday, October 24, 2025 at the Trabue-Russell House, 299 Jamestown St., Columbia, KY. Lunch includes your choice of burgoo, beans, or chili; pimento cheese or ham-and-cheese slider; and a selection of cookies and water. The price is $10.00, and delivery is available for orders of 5 or more. Bring a friend or two and enjoy a wonderful fall meal overlooking downtown Columbia! Pre-order by October 22, 2025 at Text: 270-250-1831 or Fax: 270-384-6055. 2025-10-17 14:22:17 | Comments | Printable version
Safe Halloween a Full Circle Moment for Lindsey alums Victor Tellis, Jr., had an eventful career at Lindsey Wilson in the 1990s. The Louisville native was recruited to play basketball and soccer, and Tellis says he chose Lindsey over some bigger regional schools because he fell in love with the small campus and family atmosphere he found there. In addition to studies and athletics, Tellis served as an RA and served as Junior Class President, where a Halloween tradition was born. Victor says, "We were in a council meeting thinking of things to engage the Columbia community. I remembered as a kid getting my candy stolen from me when I was younger. That was a vivid memory for me. So I wanted kids to be safe while trick or treating. I know they go in their neighborhood, but I suggested we have a 'Safe Halloween For Kids' on campus. I printed out alot of flyers. I played sports, so I enlisted the sport teams to help and decorate their doors so kids could know which doors to visit. My fellow RAs volunteered to escort the kids through their halls." "Safe Halloween," which is sponsored by the university's Office of Residence Life, has mushroomed from attracting a few dozen guests in its early years to hosting hundreds of guests annually from throughout the region. On Friday, October 31, 2025, the university will hold its 31st annual "Safe Halloween." The campus is preparing to be invaded by hundreds of ghosts, goblins, superheroes, princesses and cartoon characters. Victor says, "Everytime I hear it's still going on today, it make my eyes well up. I believe I left campus and the community better than when I got there." Victor and his wife Sharilyn, who also graduated from Lindsey Wilson, visit campus whenever they get a chance. Victor was in town in September for the Brady Button Memorial Golf Scramble in September, and he and Sharilyn plan to bring their grandkids to this year's Safe Halloween. He says, "It's a full circle moment for us, that puts things in perspective. I'm looking forward to sharing a tradition with my grandkids that I started. Hope they think PEE PAW is cool." For information about this year's event, see LWU to host 31st Annual Safe Halloween 2025-10-17 14:08:42 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Lindsey Wilson University
Football: Indians face Wildcats at Edmonson Co By Trey Stephens, Staff Writer The Adair County Indians Football Team returns to action on Friday, October 17, 2025, as they go on the road against the Edmonson County Wildcats (2-6). The Indians should be well-rested coming off the bye week. They have not played a game since their October 3 meeting with Hart County. However, the same can be said about Edmonson County, as their last game was an October 3rd 35-12 loss to LaRue County. In their last game, the Wildcats struggled to stop the run, giving up 290 rushing yards to the Hawks of LaRue County. In that same game, Edmonson County saw most of their offensive production come from the ground game, with 152 total rushing yards. They were led by senior Colten White, with 10 carries for 52 yards. The Indians will need to be on the lookout for White on the field on Friday. If you are available, make the trip and cheer them on! Kickoff is scheduled for 7pmCT on Friday, October 17, 2025, at Edmonson County High School, 220 Wildcat Way, Brownsville, KY. 2025-10-17 13:59:44 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
CPD: Local man arrested for courthouse vandalism From the Columbia Police Department On October 6, 2025, Columbia Chief of Police Evan Burton was notified of vandalism involving the Adair County Historic Courthouse Clock Tower that occurred on September 15t, 2025. Following a review of multiple surveillance cameras from businesses located around the Columbia Square, the male suspect responsible for the damages was identified. On Thursday, October 16, 2025, Columbia Police Officer Trent Williams and Sergeant Jay Wilson served an active Adair County District Court arrest warrant for him. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-10-17 13:49:26 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Planning underway for Christmas Holiday Season in Columbia From Trey Stephens City of Columbia | Assistant to the Mayor The City of Columbia is beginning to plan events for the 2025 Christmas Holiday season and it is shaping up to be one of the busiest ever. Events include the annual drive-through Christmas in the Park, the Live Nativity Scene and Caroling at Citizens Park, and CPD's Operation Christmas Spirit, collecting toys and items for needy children. All in all the 2025 Christmas season in Columbia will be a busy and jolly one full of community support and celebration. We ask everyone to join in and help us make the holidays the best they can be for all in Columbia! If your organization, business, church or group would like to participate in these events, please contact the Mayor's Office at 270-384-6183. Click read more for more details. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-10-17 13:46:45 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
Junior Simpson, 72, Metcalfe County, KY Junior Simpson of Edmonton, Kentucky son of the late Lucian Simpson and Evelyn Gardner Simpson, was born on Thursday, October 30, 1952 in Glasgow, Kentucky and departed this life on Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at Metcalfe Heath Care Center. He was 72 years, 11 months, and 16 days of age. He had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of Good News Gospel Baptist Church. He worked as a machine operator at TNT Machine Shop and was also the Plant Manager at Taylor-Green Ready Mix Concrete. He was a member of the Greensburg Masonic Lodge #54 F&AM. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-10-17 12:12:13 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Hay needed for Pumpkin Trail at Blair Park By Vicky Pike If anyone has some "old hay" in small bales with string on, that could be donated to help with decorations on the Pumpkin Trail at the Jim Blair Park and Recreational Center, it would be appreciated. Phone the AC Judge's office 270-384-4703 if you have some that could be picked up. The Trail opens tomorrow, Saturday, October 18, 2025, 901 Hudson Street, Columbia. 2025-10-17 12:00:15 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
Reciprocal fishing and hunting agreements back in place Frankfort, KY - Anglers and waterfowl hunters can once again use their Kentucky resident licenses to fish or hunt certain waters shared with neighboring states, as new reciprocal agreements with several bordering states took effect Thursday, October 16, 2025, following adjournment of the Kentucky Interim Joint Committee on Natural Resources and Energy. Kentucky finalized the agreements with several bordering states to allow each state's resident anglers and waterfowl hunters to utilize these shared waters using the license from their home state. "We're blessed here in the Commonwealth - and across our neighboring states - with so many great places to get out and enjoy the outdoors," Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources Commissioner Rich Storm said. "We're extremely proud of these new agreements because they make it easier for our valued license holders and our neighbors to get out there and take advantage of all the opportunities our shared waters have to offer." Reciprocal fishing agreements include the Ohio River, Mississippi River, Kentucky Lake, Dale Hollow Lake, the Big South Fork of Cumberland River, the Big Sandy River and Tug Fork River. Reciprocal waterfowl hunting agreements include the Big Sandy and Tug Fork rivers bordering West Virginia, and the section of the Ohio River bordering Indiana and Ohio. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-10-17 11:16:23 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Ky Afield Outdoors
Letter: Bearwallow Cemetery maintenance By Larry Burton My name is Larry Burton. Not too long ago. I posted a request asking people to donate to bear wallow for the upkeep of our ancestral grounds. The cemetery is the last contact for the people that we love and admire. It gave me great pride to see that people have been donating to the cemetery. My family has been on Burton Ridge since the very beginning of the Burtons immigration to their new home. My great grandfather donated the land for Purdue Church and the school located behind the church. I would like to take this opportunity to thank those of you who feel as I do that our ancestors deserve to have their resting place kept up. I would like to thank Danny Goodin for his resolve in taking care of Bearwallow. I would like to request that the local funeral homes place the cemeteries as an option for donations. Maybe they have done that already if not, please do. Thank you once again, -Larry 2025-10-17 11:12:35 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
Chafin Keyed Up for Sunday Extravaganza "A Piano Extravaganza! Part II" will be performed at 2pmCT on Sunday, October 19, 2025, in the W.W. Slider Humanities Center Recital Hall, 155 Blue Raider Drive, Columbia, KY. LWU music professor and Director of Church Relations Gerald Chafin says, "At Lindsey Wilson University we are incredibly excited to host the Piano Extravaganza! Actually, I'm super 'key'ed-up for such an extravagance! It's a concert like none that we've ever hosted. Just imagine watching two Steinway pianos being played by four pianists at the same time!" The musical cornucopia will open the first homecoming week celebrated at Lindsey Wilson University. The eclectic and diverse list of compositions to be performed includes Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov's "Flight of the Bumblebee"; "Mamma Mia," by 1970s Swedish pop supergroup ABBA; George Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue; the "Jupiter" movement from Gustav Holst's The Planets; and "Bridge Over Troubled Water," by Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel. The performance is free and open to the public, but a goodwill offering will be taken. Chafin says, "Please join us on Sunday afternoon on the LWU campus. This will definitely be a grand and 'note'worthy occasion!" More about the performers: A Piano Extravaganza! Part II Lindsey Wilson Homecoming Weekend 2025: www.lindsey.edu/homecoming. 2025-10-17 09:57:16 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Lindsey Wilson University
Local LEOs instruct LWU students about substance abuse Human services and counseling classes meet with local law-enforcement officers to learn a team approach to fighting alcohol and drug abuse. By Duane Bonifer Lindsey Wilson University students in Mahalia Cain's human services and counseling classes got the opportunity to study substance abuse from a different perspective on Thursday, October 16, 2025. Students in Cain's "Substance Abuse" and "Abnormal Psychology" classes met with Columbia-Adair County law enforcement officials to learn how the departments deal with people who are suspected to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs. To better illustrate the topic, members of the Columbia Police Department brought the department's Substance Abuse Education trailer to campus, which gave students additional insight into issues law-enforcement officers often face. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-10-17 09:28:37 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Lindsey Wilson University
Volleyball: Senior Night victory for Indians The ACHS Indians Varsity Volleyball team honored seniors Kinzlee Akin, Anekah Albrektson, Anslie Spoon and Addison Spoon during their home game against the Metcalfe Co. Hornets on Thursday, October 16, 2025 in John Burr Memorial Gymnasium. The Indians swept the match 3-0, ending a 6-game winning streak for the Hornets, and improving to 28-6 for the season. CM staff writer Trey Stephens was on hand for photos - click title to see them all. 2025-10-17 09:19:48 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
Corbin and Davis book signing at Adair Co. Adult Education From Mary Ford Adair County Adult Education Adair County Adult Education will be hosting a book signing from 4pmCT to 6pmCT on Monday, November 3, 2025, for local ACMS 7th graders Jackson Corbin and Jordyn Davis. Their first novel is a murder mystery called "Too Much Blood: A Novel of Terror, Secrets, and Survival." The book signing will be held at our office at 969 Campbellsville Road, Columbia, KY next to Day & Day Feed. 45 copies of the book will be available for free on a first come basis, and the novel can also be purchased in paperback from Amazon for $6.99. 2025-10-17 09:01:14 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Books
Encouragement: You Still Have Time Sometimes we panic because it feels like we’ve missed our shot. But hear this — as long as you’re breathing, you still have time. You can still start again. The clock isn’t your enemy — it’s your coach, reminding you that small steps add up. You’re not too late; you’re just getting seasoned. Every setback has been preparing you for the moment you stop doubting and start doing. So, take a breath, square your shoulders, and say, “My time isn’t over — it’s unfolding.” - Encouragement from Dr. Danny Morris 2025-10-17 01:35:09 | Comments | Printable version
Ron Wise, 77, Campbellsville, KY C. Ronald Wise of Campbellsville, son of the late Chester "Bill" Wise and Dorothy Thompson Wise, was born December 5, 1947 in Marion County, Kentucky. He died October 14, 2025 in Louisville at age 77. He professed faith in Christ and attended Bethel First Presbyterian Church. He was a retired CPA. He was the former President of United Citizens Bank and currently served as a consultant with the bank. Ron established the CPA firm that is currently known as Wise, Buckner, Sprowles & Associates. He was a long time member of the Campbellsville Board of Education, and was involved with the Campbellsville Jaycees. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-10-17 01:30:01 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries Birthdays and Anniversaries for October 17 Happy Anniversary, Kevin and Arlinda Kessler | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Mitch and Lori Bragg (1998) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Randy and Sara Corbin (1981) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Austin (A.J.) Coffey (1997) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Brandy Hargrove | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Brayton Milby (2010) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Chris Coomer and son, Braeden W. Coomer (2004) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Chris W. Coomer | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Debbie Grabill | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Debbie Selby | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Hayden Callaway Neal (1994) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jakeb Isaac Lacy, (2005) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jeff Burton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Kylie Marie Redmon | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Layla Rain Hensley (2011) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Leighann Vanarsdale Loy (1979) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Linda Dulworth Tucker | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Pamela Oakes (1967) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Roger Glenn Garner | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Sadie Harper Young (2007) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Silas Graham Young (2007) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Sue Bault | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Teresa Shirley | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tracy Bardin | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Vickie Long | (Updates/Corrections) In Memoriam, Joey Franklin, (1981-2004) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Susie Francis Andrews, 52, Russell Co., KY (1963-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Eddie Milby Shofner, 96, Campbellsville, KY (1920-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Judge Garnett Rodgers, Adair Co, KY native (1925-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rebecca J. Doster, Jamestown, KY (1945-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Karen Sue Lawless, Jamestown, KY (1964-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Edith Mirl Brown Wilson, Columbia, KY (1932-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ruth Adams Newton, 72, Campbellsville, KY (1937) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bonnie Marie Goodin, Adair Co., KY (1916) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Margaret Newcomb Netherland, Taylor Co., KY (1918) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Faustine (Tena) Coffey, Russell Co., KY (1950) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Wesley O. Blakey, Russell Co., KY (1928) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bro. Leland McQueary, Russell Co., KY (1923) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jehue Reeder, Russell Co., KY (1929) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Irene Burton Pendleton, Adair Co., KY (1919) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jean Delp, Casey Co., KY, Adair Co., KY native (1931) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Agnes Burton, Adair County, KY (1919) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Patricia Nell Scott, Adair County, KY (1946-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Carina Sue Bault, Taylor County, KY (1942-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James Michael Wethington, Casey County, KY (1946-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James Arthur Jackson, Jr., Adair Co. native (1938-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Robert Don Cox, 70, Taylor Co., KY (1944-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, G.T. Leach, Taylor Co., KY (1935-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Geneva Mae Wyatt, 84, Edmonton, KY (1932-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Junior V. Roy, Metcalfe Co./Russell Co., KY native (1942-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mark Schorman, 53, Adair County, KY (1964-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William Jones, 86 Green County, KY (1931-2018 | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Brenda Kay Terwilliger, Dunnville, KY (1950-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Charles E. Murphy, 81, Columbia, KY (1943-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Donnie Ray Milby, 72, Green Co., KY (1948-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Doris Duensing, 91, Beaverville, IL (1924-2015) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Elma Dick Ponser, 96, Science Hill, KY (1921-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jeremy Adam Coffey, 45, Columbia, KY (1979-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jerry Dolen Edwards, Green Co., KY (1949-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jimmy Davis, 79, native of Cumberland County, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Joe Lewis Jessie, Metcalfe County, KY (1938-2014) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Julian Amon "Teddy" Stephens, 92, Russell County, KY (1926-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Gossett (1916-1991) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Minnie Holtzclaw Sublett, 87, Adair Co., KY native (1935-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Nellie Pearl Roberts Bryant, Columbia, KY (1924-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Steven Lile Nunn, Green Co., KY (1955-2013) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Valerie J. Baker, 39, Russell Springs, KY (1983-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Friday, October 17, 2025 All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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