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Daily News for Wednesday, February 11, 2026
Mark Twain storytelling festival coming soon From City Hall The City of Columbia in collaboration with the Arts Administration Program at Lindsey Wilson University will be planning a Mark Twain Storytelling Festival in June in Columbia. The local Adair County Genealogy Center will be assisting with the project. This will be the inaugural year of the festival. They hope to make it a recurring event annually for the community. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-02-11 22:59:41 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
Winter Olympics bring back memories The 2026 Winter Olympic Games now underway in Milano-Cortina reminded Doug Beard of how much his late father, Horace (Harry) Beard enjoyed the winter Olympics. In a 2008 newspaper interview, Harry recalled, "I skied at Lillehammer a few times when I went up to Norway with some friends. I've also skied in two other places in Europe where they've had the Winter Olympics, Seefeld, Austria, and Garmisch, Germany." Doug says, "He loved to reflect on his adventures on the slopes throughout Europe and he enjoyed watching the skiing competitions (especially the slaloms) when the winter games aired every four years." Doug shared several keepsake photos of Harry's adventures skiing in Europe, plus the article that he wrote in 2008, shortly after Harry passed. Click title to see them all. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-02-11 21:39:50 | Comments | Printable version
Adair Co. Cattlemen to meet Feb 16 From Nick Roy Adair County Extension Agent for Agriculture & Natural Resources The Adair County Cattlemen's Association Annual Meeting and Awards Banquet that was originally scheduled for January 26, 2026, will be held at 6pmCT on Monday, February 16, 2026, at the Adair County Cooperative Extension Service, 409 Fairground Street, Columbia, KY. The Guest Speaker will be UK Ag Engineer, Dr. Steve Higgins. 2026-02-11 21:13:23 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Adair Co. Extension Service
KBC Blood Drive on Feb 24 There will be a community blood drive from 1pmCT to 5pmCT on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at the Columbia Church of Christ Fellowship Hall, 501 Jamestown Street, Columbia. Those who give blood at this drive will receive a "Team Donor" long-sleeve shirt (while supplies last) - a nod to the 2026 Winter Olympics Appointments are preferred but walk-ins are welcome. To schedule a donation, visit kybloodcenter.org or call 800.775.2522. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-02-11 21:09:33 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Health Care
Cumberland, Russell superintendents support Pre-K for All From Scottie Ellis Frankfort, KY - On Monday, February 9, 2026, Gov. Andy Beshear announced that 93 school superintendents representing over half of Kentucky's school districts sent a letter to the General Assembly urging them to fund Pre-K for All in the 2026-2027 budget session. Local officials signing the letter were Kirk Biggerstaff, Superintendent of Cumberland County Public Schools and Michael Ford, Superintendent of Russell County Public Schools. "Education leaders from across the state have stated clearly that Kentucky's students and our families cannot wait: Pre-K access for every 4-year-old must be a priority this session to move our state forward," said Gov. Beshear. "Far too many of our kids are not kindergarten-ready, and we must change that for them, for our families and for our workforce. I want to thank these superintendents and educators for their commitment to our kids and our future." The letter, sent to the General Assembly on Thursday, February 5, 2026, highlights that these leaders are in the classrooms daily and that they know pre-K works. The letter also points out that right now, only 14,000 of Kentucky's 54,000 4-year-olds have access to pre-K. It can be viewed at 20260205_Letter-of-Support-from-Superintendents (PDF). Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-02-11 21:01:29 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
Letter: Addition to WHAS event speaker list Katelynn M. Molesky writes: I believe Chris Reeder also spoke at the FD event.Katelynn, thanks for the correction - we'll get it added to the article. Comments re: ACVFD raises $9,200 for Crusade for Children 2026-02-11 20:18:48 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
CPD: TN man arrested for unlawful imprisonment A Clarksville, Tennessee, man was arrested Saturday night after Columbia Police responded to a report of a woman being held at knife point inside a moving vehicle on the Cumberland Parkway. According to the Columbia Police Department, officers were dispatched on February 7, 2026, at approximately 10:42pmCT after receiving information that a female occupant inside a vehicle traveling on the Cumberland Parkway was being threatened with a knife. Officers located the vehicle and conducted an investigation, which resulted in the arrest of a Tennessee man on multiple charges. Authorities reported that no injuries occurred during the incident. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-02-11 20:16:35 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Lena Doris Camp, 96, Russell County, KY Lena Doris Camp, of Russell Springs, passed away on Sunday, February 8, 2026. She was 96 years of age. Born on December 31, 1929, in Horseshoe Bottom, in Russell County, she was a daughter of the late Dora and Margie Kinnett Blankenship. Lena was a homemaker and a faithful member of Russell Springs Christian Church. Lena enjoyed gardening and working in her flowers. She was willing to help anyone in need and being a caretaker for her family. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-02-11 18:30:21 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
ACVFD raises $9,200 for Crusade for Children According to Billy Hadley $9,200 was raised at the Adair County Fire Department chili supper and auction - all proceeds go to the 2026 Crusade for Children. Approximately half of the candidates running for office spoke that night. Dennis Loy lead opening prayer and numbers were drawn for the order of the candidates who would speak. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-02-11 10:58:08 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Norma Jean Hatter, 93, Casey County, KY Norma Jean Hatter, age 93, of, Liberty, KY, passed away on Monday February 9th, 2026, at her residence. She was born May 29th, 1932, in Willow Springs, KY, a daughter of the late Ambrose and Betty Blanche Wesley Clark. Norma Jean was a former school cook, and lunchroom clerk for the Casey County School System, a homemaker and a member of the Walnut Hill Separate Baptist Church. Norma Jean was the widow of Cecil Hatter who passed away on April 6th, 2021. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-02-11 10:54:25 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Red Cross Blood Drive on March 13 There will be a Red Cross Blood Drive from 10amCT to 4pmCT on Friday, March 13, 2026, at at the Holloway Health & Wellness Center, 399 Williams St., Columbia, KY. To make an appointment, visit redcrossblood.org. In March, successful blood donations will get free A1C testing, commonly used to screen for prediabetes and diabetes (one result per calendar year; do not fast before you donate). Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-02-11 10:20:25 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Health Care
LCDHD seeks nominations for Public Health Hero Award From Jeff Neagle, PIO Lake Cumberland District Health Department The Lake Cumberland District Health Department (LCDHD) is now accepting nominations for the Dr. Hossein Fallahzadeh Public Health Hero Award, an annual honor recognizing individuals who have made outstanding contributions to improving and protecting the health of communities across the Lake Cumberland District. This prestigious award celebrates individuals who demonstrate exemplary leadership and diligence in promoting public health, have made remarkable contributions to the support and advancement of public health programs, and whose work or actions have positively impacted the overall health of the community. Nominees must live and/or work within the Lake Cumberland District. Anyone may submit a nomination, making this an opportunity for community members, colleagues, organizations, and residents to recognize a deserving public health champion. Past recipients of the Dr. Hossein Fallahzadeh Public Health Hero Award include:
Nominations may be made at www.lcdhd.org/public-health-hero-award. 2026-02-11 10:16:14 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Health Care
ACSO: Wanted subject apprehended On February 7, 2026, at approximately 2:31pmCT, Adair County Sheriff's Office Deputies Derek Padgett, Joey Burress, and Emily Wall arrested a wanted subject for non-compliance with Sex Offender Registration, who has been evading arrest for approximately 3 years. The suspect was apprehended in the Breeding Community of Adair County after Deputy Sheriff's suspected Burton to be in a residence on Flat Rock Road. Upon Deputies' arrival, the man jumped from a rear window of the residence and was apprehended outside. "This arrest is a direct result of the relentless pursuit by our Deputies to locate suspects hiding in our community," said Sheriff Gary Roy. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-02-11 10:05:25 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
KY General Fund and Road Fund receipts for January 2026 Frankfort, KY - State Budget Director John Hicks reported on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, that January's General Fund receipts totaled $1,358.5 million, a 3.7 percent decrease in collections compared to January 2025 totals. The official revenue forecast calls for General Fund revenues to decline by 1.3 percent in FY26. Based on year-to-date collections, revenues can fall 1.6 percent over the final five months of the fiscal year and meet the estimate. Pertaining to January General Fund revenues, Hicks noted that "Total receipts in January were $52.4 million less than what was collected in 2025. A significant decline of $108.0 million in major business tax revenues was the primary reason. The prior year's January collections were inflated by approximately $92 million in nonrecurring business tax payments. Individual income tax collections declined by only 2.3 percent despite a 12.5 percent reduction in the tax rate from 4 percent to 3.5 percent that became effective January 1, 2026. Among the other major accounts, sales and use taxes were up 3.5 percent and property tax revenues rose 39.2 percent. The large swing in property taxes was due to a timing issue of the receipt of $29.1 million in the public service property tax in January instead of December." Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-02-11 09:55:10 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Kentucky
February is Lamb Month in Kentucky Lexington, KY - Kentucky Department of Agriculture (KDA) officials and members of Kentucky's sheep and lamb industry gathered on Tuesday, February 9, 2026, to celebrate February as Lamb Month in Kentucky. KDA Deputy Agriculture Commissioner Warren Beeler presented a signed proclamation at Sullivan University's Lexington campus while also presenting culinary students with the American Lamb Board CurricuLamb - educational materials about American lamb designed for chefs. "Many Kentucky farmers chose to add sheep to diversify their livestock options," Kentucky Agriculture Commissioner Jonathan Shell said. "Packed with protein, lamb is a perfect lean meat. But sheep are also an excellent source of milk and fiber as well. Every day, but this month in particular, we salute the value sheep and lamb add to our farms." About 5 million sheep are raised by roughly 80,000 farmers and ranchers across the United States. With more than 12 million acres of agriculture land in Kentucky, the Commonwealth is home to 74,000 head of sheep and lamb. Those 74,000 are spread over more than 2,774 sheep producers who are dedicated to producing high quality products for consumers. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-02-11 09:52:26 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Farm and Garden
ACSO: Watch out for scam callers From Sheriff Gary Roy Adair County Sheriff's Office An Adair County resident received a call from a man identifying himself as a Russell County deputy sheriff and gave a badge number. He was familiar with where she worked and lived. He went on to advise she had a failure to appear warrant. He began to try and obtain personal information from her, and she stated he was very professional and convincing that he was an officer. Russell County Sheriff's Office advised this is a scam. As your Sheriff, I want residents to know that agencies in this area will not call you and tell you that you have a warrant of arrest and ask for personal information. So if you get this type of call do not give any personal information out and hang up immediately. Then report it to a law enforcement agency. Thank you, Sheriff Gary Roy 2026-02-11 09:33:55 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Fiscal Court to meet Feb 12 From Bridget Compton Adair County Deputy Judge Executive, Road Administrative Assistant & Solid Waste Coordinator The Adair County Fiscal Court will meet in special called session at 9amCT on Thursday, February 12, 2026, in the basement of the Adair County Annex building, 424 Public Square, Columbia, KY. The public is invited to attend. In addition to regular business, the main agenda item is the appointment of a temporary Occupational Tax Director. Meeting Agenda: Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-02-11 09:31:05 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government Birthdays and Anniversaries for February 11 Happy Anniversary, Johnny and Gina Harmon | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Annette Leake | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Arayah Jade Douglas (2009) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Brenda Mann | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Chris Cato | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Kacie Pearl Karnes (2001) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Norma Jean Hoskins | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Prindle Hinton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Renae Fletcher Smith | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Scotty Carter | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Shelia Thomas | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Terry Grant | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Van Giles | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Zander and Zane Knight, twins (2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Anna Doris Abrell, Adair Co. native (1945-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Alice Lee Pettit Bryant, Green Co., KY (1953-2020) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Joseph M. Williams, Sr., Adair Co., KY native (1942) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Wandis Lotter, Taylor Co., KY (1932) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Emmanuel Corbin, Cumberland Co., KY native (1952) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Roy Andrew Harrington, Taylor Co., KY (1948) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, David Mark Jones, Casey Co., KY (1984) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Danny Dale McBeath, Russell Co., KY (1949-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James Thomas Puracchio, Taylor County (1954-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Leroy Harrison Kelly, Sulphur Well, KY (1933-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lizzie Conner, Russell County, KY (1918-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Anita Gupton Berry, 91, Taylor County (1924-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ronald John Brouckaert, Columbia, KY (1942-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kenny Carroll, 82, Taylor Co., KY (1934-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kaylee Diane Luttrell, Adair County, KY, stillborn (11-11 Feb 2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Kenneth Lynn Milby, Green Co., KY (1937-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Walker Bryant, Sano Community of Adair Co., Ky (1929-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sonia Jan Anderson, 80, Metcalfe Co., KY/Carter Co., TN native | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Castle Edward Wade, 74, Russell Springs, KY (1944-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Agnes Ellen Price, 91, Taylor Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Christine Graybeal Sprouse, 94, Taylor County, KY (1924-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Clifton "Whit" Vaughn. Adair County, KY (1927-2007) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Clifton "Whit" Vaughn (1927) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Donald Pegg, 84, Columbia, KY (1940-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Edward Corbin | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Elizabeth (Betty) Loveless, Russell Springs, KY (1931-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Elvia Jean Pyles Bogues, 84, Taylor County, KY (1934-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Goldie Underwood Brewer, 92, Campbellsville, KY (1929-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jackie D. Mann, 72, Jamestown, KY (1950-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, John Wesley Osborne, 79, Morehead, KY (1941-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, John "Duck" Fudge (1915) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Justin Lee George, 34, Campbellsville, KY (1987-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Loureda Roy, 80, Russell Co., KY (1943-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lydia Vanoy Clark, 83, Casey County, KY (1935-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Michael Steven Ray, 36, Greensburg, KY (1984-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Wednesday, February 11, 2026 All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form. The events database was created in late 2007, and doesn't contain any data for earlier dates. |
 
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