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First grader visit raised our spirits

By Linda Waggener

First grader Olivia came by recently with her granddad Ricky Collins to check on the electrical panel. At age 6, she was interested in everything and never still for one second - climbing up the spiral stairs, hoping back down the stairs, going back up the stairs, then back down the stairs, you get the picture!

Olivia tested every chair just like Little Red Riding Hood, she found the yoga ball, loved bouncing on it, then bouncing it by itself. She thought the daybed, piled high with quilts, was the most comfy spot of all.

My grandchildren have grown past that age of wonderful constant curiosity and I'd forgotten just how delightful it can be to have a visit with a first grader. I highly recommend it!


2025-10-26 21:51:06 | Comments | Printable version

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Metcalfe County High School class of 1962 reunion



2025-10-26 - Metcalfe County, KY - Photo from personal collection.
The Metcalfe County High School class of 1962, held its 63rd class reunion at Colton's Steakhouse in Glasgow last week. There were 56 in the senior class with 17 still living. From left at the event are: Sandra Blaydes, Jimmy Sherman Hurt, Barbara Hurt, Freda McCoy, Nancy Depp Loy, Hollis Meredith, Rowe Harper, Frances Branstetter and Marianna Irving. In back are: Tommy Pedigo, at left, and Russell VanZant.

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Edyth Coffey, 82, Green County, KY

Edyth Coffey was born March 28, 1943, in Green County, KY to the late Frank and Lura Akin Turner. She departed this life Friday, October 24. 2025, at her home, having attained the age of eighty-two years, six months and twenty-seven days.

She had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of the Ebenezer Presbyterian Church. She enjoyed walking, sitting and talking with friends cooking and especially enjoyed her grandchildren and family.


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2025-10-26 21:33:27 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Elizabeth Faye Harlan, 72, Adair Co., KY native (1953-2025)

This obituary is a courtesy to the family by Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home.

Elizabeth Faye Harlan of Joliet, Illinois, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at her home. She was 72 years old.

Born July 13, 1953 in Chance, Kentucky, Elizabeth was a daughter of Bobby Creal and Etha Mae (Lewis) Wheet. She was raised in Kentucky until her family moved to Bridgeview, Illinois when she was a young girl.


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2025-10-26 21:20:24 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Adair receives fourth place at KMEA Finals

By Amber Hobaugh

The Adair County High School Marching Band traveled to Bowling Green this weekend to compete in the KMEA semi-finals and finals competitions.

The Adair County High School Marching Band season comes to a close this Monday night as the community is invited to a FREE performance at Parnell Family Stadium, 928 Russell Rd, Columbia, KY. The public is invited to attend to see the students final show run and meet the students who play each instrument. First up, the group took on 11 other bands from the East and West regionals in Class AAA at Warren East High School. The top six bands from this event advanced to the finals competition later that evening at L.T Houchens Stadium at Western Kentucky University.

Class AAA Semifinal scores:
  1. Murray received first place with an overall score of 88.05
  2. Taylor County received second place scoring 85.05
  3. Russell County came in third with a score of 82.90
  4. Adair County placed fourth scoring 81.40
  5. Allen County Scottsville scored 79.12
  6. LaRue County rounded out the top six scored 78.80
Other local bands also traveled to compete in the Class A semi-finals. Campbellsville High School who placed ninth with a score of 76.25, Green County High School received 11th place with a score of 74.45 and the Metcalfe County High School Marching Band received 6th, scoring 80.30, and advancing to the finals, a first in School history for Metcalfe County.


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First Homecoming as Lindsey Wilson University

By Duane Bonifer

The past connected with the future Saturday morning, October 25, 2025, at Lindsey Wilson University. The school, which became Lindsey Wilson University on July 1, 2025, celebrated its first Homecoming Weekend as a university on October 23-25, 2025.

But at the Alumni Awards Breakfast, held Saturday in the Roberta D. Cranmer Dining & Conference Center, the Lindsey Wilson community honored three alumni and named an honorary one for what was accomplished while the school was Lindsey Wilson College for most of its first 122 years.

"This is a new chapter of hope, promise and a world of possibility," said Lindsey Wilson Director of Alumni Relations Allison Cross '09. "No matter what name is on our logo, we remain true to our mission of serving every student, every day."

Also over the weekend, the Bonner Scholar Program celebrated 20 years of service, the inaugural Alumni Fine Art Exhibition was opened in the Lucretia C. Begley Gallery, fungo golf and ping tournaments were held, the football team played Faulkner (Alabama) University, and a new Homecoming king and queen were crowned.


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Jason Crabb awarded Key to the City

From Trey Stephens
City of Columbia | Assistant to the Mayor

Mayor Pamela Hoots presented Gospel Music artist Jason Crabb with a Key to the City during his recent appearance at Lindsey Wilson University. Crabb was in Columbia to do a fundraiser for the Lady Raiders Basketball Team.

Jason Crabb has won numerous awards, including Country Recorded Song of the Year, Song of the Year for Sometimes I Cry, Inspirational Recorded Song of the Year for Joseph, Traditional Recorded Song of the Year for Go Tell It on The Mountain, Artist of the Year, Male Vocalist of the Year, Inspirational Album of the Year, Inspirational Recorded Song of the Year for Satisfied, and Southern Gospel Recorded Song of the Year for What the Blood is For.

Mayor Hoots said, "We appreciate his commitment to our community and to the university. It was an honor to meet him on Monday."


2025-10-26 16:37:52 | Comments | Printable version

Trunk or Treat at Cane Valley Christian Church

From Nancy Cundiff

Cane Valley Christian Church will have Trunk or Treat from 5pmCT to 7pmCT on Friday. October 31, 2025.

Cane Valley Christian Church is located at 2250 Cane Valley Road, Columbia, KY.


2025-10-26 16:31:31 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Church News


Birthdays and Anniversaries for October 26
Happy Anniversary, Jeremy and Melissa Suratt | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Conner Douglas Burton (2002) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Dean Adams | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Donna Ollery | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Doug Taylor (1959) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Eric Melton | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Gary Embree | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Grant Loy (2000) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Hillary Clinton (1947) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Holly Burton | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jonathon Lynn Kingrey (1985) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, L.C. Willis | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, LeAnna Lewis (1993) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Linda Tudder Harris | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Natalie Darnell (1997) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Ron Wooley | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Stapp twins/ Kobe and Savon Stapp (2002) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Trevor Willis (1997) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Vicky Goodin | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ronald A. Smith, Taylor Co., KY (1949) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Glenda Gupton, Campbellsville, KY (1939-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Roberta Lee Buckner Davenport, Green Co. native (1937-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ellie-Kate Noelle Saige Underwood, Campbellsville, KY (2019-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Larry Russell Fox, Russell Co., KY (1946) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Pamela Jo Coffey Adair Co., KY, native (1968) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ruth Sallee, Taylor Co., KY (1917) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Garnett Sneed, Adair Co., KY native (1943) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jean Estes, Adair County, KY (1935) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Joseph Hainey, 65, Russell County, KY (1946) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Leonard E. Bryant, Adair County, KY (1921) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mildred B. Selby, 87, Russell Co., KY (1926-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Joe Crawhorn, Jr. , 85, Adair County, KY (1929-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bonnie Burress, 74, Taylor Co., KY (1940-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lonnie D. Allan Stone, 66, Adair Co., KY (1949-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Margie Lois Buckland, 58, Taylor County, KY (1958-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Marilyn Lewis Rose, Greensburg, KY (1931-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Johnnie Ballenger, 93, Russell County, KY (1924-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Dessie Page Frankum, 95, Adair County, KY (1922-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Joseph Woodson Arnett, 89, Green Co., KY (1928-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Alvin Allen (Blue) Appleby, 75, Russell Co., KY native (1946-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Christal (Hall) Brown, 41, Jamestown, KY (1976-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Dolly Andrew, 85, Adair Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, George Moore Rice, Jr., 87, Columbia, KY (1933-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mahlon C. Coblentz, 44, Columbia, KY (1979-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Martha Reece, 67, Edmonton, KY (1955-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Nolan Roberts | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Patricia Ann Wade-Dye, 85, Russell Springs, KY (1935-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Robert Preston, 64, Russell County, KY (1954-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Roxie Geneva Davenport, Green County, KY (1922-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Wanda Anderson Madole, Cumberland Co., KY (1939-2012) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Willard Lindsey Wise, 99, Campbellsville, KY (1922-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)

Events scheduled for Sunday, October 26, 2025
All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
8:00amCTWalk the pumpkin trail and cast your vote at Blair Park now through Halloween | (ID:69702, Comment)
10:00amCTLWU Homecoming Celebration at Columbia United Methodist Church | (ID:69723, Comment)
10:30amCTTabernacle Christian Church Homecoming Service | (ID:69536, Comment)
3:00pmCTBasketball: LWU Men vs Brescia
Biggers Sports Center, 360 Spickard Drive, Columbia, KY | (ID:69606, Comment)
6:00pmCTThe Joymakers singing at Bloomington Chapel | (ID:69642, Comment)
Sunday Night at the Fork: Guest Speaker Wayne Qualls | (ID:69741, Comment)

 































 
 
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