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Moving to Kentucky: Cornhole By Donna Rieder I closed on my property on January 2, 2008, found a rental house just five miles away, and hauled the last of my belongings up, including my cats, on March 19th. That afternoon I was walking around the property, just checking things out, when a couple guys on 4-wheelers stopped by and introduced themselves as my nearest neighbors. They said they were having a cookout later that afternoon and invited me up. "We're going to play cornhole," they informed me. "Really," I said. It wasn't a question. My mind was racing. I came from Georgia, and I had watched Deliverance. I thought, maybe they're just teasing me... Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-09-12 13:31:38 | Comments
Carol Perkins: The St. Jude House Previous Column: Mama's preacher By Carol Perkins We drove to Lake Wylie, South Carolina, last week to visit Guy's sister, Carolyn Berry. Carolyn moved from her home in Barren County six years ago. After the passing of her husband and her sons, her granddaughter Nicole urged her to move across the street from her home. She'd never lived anywhere but a farm, so having houses so close was totally new to her, but she adjusted quickly. The idea of no yard to mow, no trees to trim, and a new house sounds appealing, but moving would take the last breath out of me. "Where did all this stuff come from?" I ask. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-09-12 13:28:30 | Comments | See topic Carol Perkins
Columbia-Adair EDA to meet Sept 16 From Larry Walker, Chairman Columbia-Adair County Economic Development Authority The Columbia-Adair County Economic Development Authority Board will hold the next monthly meeting at 8amCT on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at the Welcome and Development Center, 201 Burkesville Street, Columbia, KY. Meeting Agenda: Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-09-12 13:16:34 | Comments | See topic Local Government
KAFC approves BFLP loans in Adair and Russell From Atley Smedley Frankfort, KY - The Kentucky Agricultural Finance Corp. (KAFC) approved 12 agricultural loans totaling $1,926,125 for projects across the Commonwealth at its monthly board meeting, including Beginning Farmer Loan Program loans in Adair ($90,000, $107,000, and $135,000) and Russell ($250,000) Counties. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-09-12 13:12:29 | Comments | See topic Farm and Garden 
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Words of Wisdom for September 12, 2026 For Day 255 of 2026. There are 110 days remaining in 2026. From Miss Donna Rieder That person who challenges you and holds you accountable loves you more than the person who lets you stay the same and settle for less. 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. There is no more text for this article. Posted on 2026-09-12 16:19:05
Tourism and Convention Commission meets Sept 15 From Paige Nickel Executive Director - Adair County Tourism and Convention Commission The Columbia Adair County Tourism and Convention Commission will be having their monthly meeting at NoonCT on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, at 201 Burkesville Street, Columbia, KY. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-09-12 13:08:59 | Comments | See topic Local Government
KY General Fund and Road Fund receipts for August 2026 Frankfort, KY - State Budget Director John Hicks reported on Thursday, September 10, 2026, that General Fund receipts fell 1.7 percent in August compared to last year. Total revenues for the month were $1,088.6 million, compared to $1,107.7 million last August. So far this fiscal year, General Fund receipts have increased 13.8 percent. The official revenue estimate for FY27 calls for General Fund revenues to fall 0.5 percent compared to FY26 actual receipts. Based on Augusts' results, receipts can fall 2.8 percent for the remainder of the fiscal year and still meet the official estimate. Director Hicks remarked that "August is usually one of the lowest months of each fiscal year for General Fund revenues receipts. Through the first two months of FY27, sales and use taxes have risen 6.5 percent and major business taxes are more than $300 million higher than last year. Individual income tax collections declined by 10.1 percent due mainly to the 12.5 percent rate reduction effective January 1, 2026, from 4.0 percent to 3.5 percent. The Consensus Forecasting Group will meet later this month to revisit the FY27 and FY28 General Fund revenue estimates in light of the FY26 revenue surplus and the 13.8 percent growth thus far in FY27." Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-09-12 13:07:36 | Comments | See topic Kentucky
Annual Book Fair coming Nov 14 The annual Adair County Book Fair will return on Saturday, November 14, 2026, at the VFW Building, 500 Green Hills Road, Columbia, KY. For more information, call 270-384-1024 or email adairgenealogy@gmail.com. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-09-12 13:05:14 | Comments | See topic Books
Boil Water Advisory lifted From Columbia/Adair Utilities District September 12, 2026 As of 10:33am on September 12, 2026 the boil water advisory for customers starting on Highway 551, from Pelly Lane to the Plum Point bridge and all side roads. All of Holmes Bend Road to the lake and all side roads. All of Mt. Carmel Road and all side roads 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. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-09-12 12:47:59 | Comments
DAR Constitution Week Activities By Valerie Adams The DAR promotes historical education annually during Constitution Week, September 17-24 each year. This year's observance marks the 239th anniversary of the signing of the U.S. Constitution on September 17, 1787. Constitution week was petitioned by the DAR in 1955 and signed into law by President Dwight D. Eisenhower in 1956. The public is invited to attend these planned activities:
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Adair Co. Extension Homemakers 26-27 year has started From Shannon Steveson The Adair County Extension Homemakers 26-27 year has started! Adair County has Mailbox Members and six clubs: Bliss, Green River, Happy, Joyful Hearts Quilt Guild, Sano Stars, and Town & Country. We welcome you to come join us! If you are interested in attending a Club meeting or becoming a Mailbox Member, call the Adair County Extension Office at 270-384-2317 and ask for Dylan Gentry. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-09-11 21:42:06 | Comments | See topic Adair Co. Extension Service
Letter: You nailed it, Mike! Carol Roberts writes: At 85, I can vouch for your observations! I don't get out much anymore, but I made some new friends this week... at TJ Hospital Columbia... and renewed old acquaintances from CenterWell Home Health. They are all the greatest! May God bless them all.Comments re: Realization - changing over from 70 to 80 Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-09-11 11:30:39 | Comments | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
Lindsey Wilson University students help campus remember 9/11 By Duane Bonifer A group of Lindsey Wilson University students who were born after 9/11 spent part of their evening on Thursday, September 10, making sure that the campus community never forgets about that day or its consequences. The students were part of the Lindsey Wilson Student Government Association, who has since 2002 commemorated the day by placing 8-by-12-inch U.S. flags along sidewalks in the center of the A.P. White Campus. This year, it took nine students a little more than half an hour to plant more than 500 U.S. flags that greeted the Lindsey Wilson community on the morning of the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks. "It adds a little more depth to the day," said Adelyn Bennett '29 of Columbia, a human services and counseling and psychology double major from Columbia who is sophomore class president. "The second you see the flags, you know what a big day this is for our country." Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-09-11 11:21:26 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University
9/11 remembrances 25th Anniversary of the September attack - 9/11/01 Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-09-11 08:52:51 | Comments | See topic Today Birthdays and Anniversaries for September 12 Happy Anniversary, Jerry and Kathy Garmon (1981) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Johnny and Patricia Burton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Todd Dwight Wheeler and April May Wheeler (2015) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Amberee Coomer | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Bethany Adamson Harvey (1984) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, BreAnna Cowan | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Craig Bishop | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Cyndi Skains | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Dennis Wilson (1964) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Dustin Pelston (1997) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Frances Janes | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Frankie Landon Burton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jeremy Edwards (1989) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Kaylee Cross | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Laura Harris | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Madeline Gard | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, MaKayla Grace Sizemore (2008) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Phillip Coffey | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Rita Neat | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Robert Allen Smith | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Wesley Burris (1994) | (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.
Metcalfe, Green, Cumberland counties to get help Federal Public Assistance approved for communities affected by June 2026 deadly flooding... Frankfort, KY - Following his request to President Donald Trump and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Gov. Andy Beshear announced that Public Assistance has been approved for at least 20 counties (three in our area) affected by widespread flooding that took place June 17-30 of this year. The severe weather event caused some areas to receive more than 8 inches of rainfall during a short period of time and took the lives of six Kentuckians. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-09-11 08:43:28 | Comments | See topic Local Government
Realization - changing over from 70 to 80 By Mike Carta After spending a whole decade classified as a septuagenarian--which is a high-dollar word meaning somebody in their 70s--I quietly crossed the line into octogenarian territory back on April 12th of this year. Eighty. There. I said it. I don't know who came up with the word octogenarian, but it sounds less like an age group and more like something that ought to have eight legs and live under a rock. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-09-10 22:46:43 | Comments
Phillip Coffey - thoughts around this sad date 9-11 By Phillip Coffey "9-11" - The next day, the 12th was my birthday. It was a most solemn Day with my family, including my cherished wife. Innocence of all those lost, unreasonable was freedoms immeasurable cost. Additionally, now I reckon about all the heroes since then unnecessarily tossed Paradox of innumerable crosses planted on nation's watch. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-09-10 22:26:00 | Comments
Capes & Crowns Fundraiser to benefit Crusade for Children From Stacey Biggs EVP of Marketing, Planning & Development, T.J. Regional Health Glasgow, KY - Calling all superheroes and princesses in southcentral Kentucky! T.J. Regional Health's Rehabilitation Services department will host Capes & Crowns, a family-friendly fundraiser benefiting the WHAS Crusade for Children from 2pmCT to 4pmCT on Sunday, September 27, 2026, at the T.J. Health Pavilion Community Center, 310 N. L. Rogers Wells Blvd., Glasgow, KY. Children and their parents, grandparents, or other family members are invited to dress up in their favorite costumes and enjoy an afternoon filled with princesses, superheroes, meet-and-greets, fun activities, music therapy, crafts, photo opportunities, refreshments and a special gift for every child in attendance. Beyond the costumes and activities, Capes & Crowns gives the community an opportunity to support an organization that has made a lasting difference for children receiving pediatric rehabilitation services close to home. Ticket sales and additional event updates are available at t-j-community-mission-foundation.snwbll.com. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-09-10 21:20:59 | Comments | See topic Health Care 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, Saturday, September 12, 2026: Fiesta Mexico of Columbia 819 Jamestown St., Columbia KY. 270-384-6004. Hrs.: 10:30amCT daily; Sun, 11amCT Authentic Mexican Restaurant Saturday Special: Enchiladas Supremas 4 corn tortillas - 1 beef, 1 chicken, 1 cheese, 1 bean - topped with enchilada sauce, cheese lettuce, tomato & sour cream. $8.50 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.
KY Virtual Job Fair expanding in September From James Hensley Frankfort, KY - The next Commonwealth of Kentucky's Virtual Job Fair, which will be live from 10amET until 1pmET on Wednesday, September 16, 2026. During the Live Event, 10amET to 11amET is reserved for Veterans & Military Families, and from 11amET to 1pmET the Job Fair is open to all candidates. Register Here: Job seekers | Employers MAJOR UPDATE! We have expanded the schedule time frame to include early access and late access all week long. Early Access begins at 8amCT on September 14, 2026, and Late Access will continue through 5pmET on September 18, 2026. Early and late access times allow job seekers and employers the chance to see what job positions are available/posted and job seekers who registered. This allows those who are unable to attend during the live event time to be able to still see what's out there, with our hope to better meet the needs of the seekers and employers. This event is completely free for both employers and job candidates / seekers, providing an excellent opportunity to connect and explore career opportunities. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-09-10 21:14:25 | Comments | See topic Veterans and Veterans Day
September 11 Personal Memory Pam recounts a personal run-in with the infamous Mohamed Atta in Florida in the summer before 9/11/2001. By Pam Capozziello Back in 2001, I was living in West Palm Beach, Florida, and had a job at a famous drive-thru zoo. I was a clerk and ran multiple souvenir gift shops throughout the park. On July 3, 2001, the terrorists came through the park using a credit card to pay their entrance fees and other items. The ring-leader, Mohamed Atta, came to my gift shop and demanded drinks and was exceedingly arrogant and nasty to me! His eyes were evil looking! Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-09-10 21:08:24 | Comments
Letter: Praise for Ranger Billy Joe Fudge writes: As much as I love the great outdoors and your pics of the Gorge, your pics of the Lemon Pointer stirs wonderful emotions from my past!Comments re: Scenic Kentucky: A visit to Red River Gorge Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-09-10 15:55:15 | Comments | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback Last 10 Posted Obituaries:
Remembrances for September 12 In Memoriam, Asa Marshall Shelton, Columbia, KY (1912-2009) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memoriam, Clarene Kelsay, 55, Adair Co., KY (1954-2009) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bessie Marie Cain Grider, Casey County, KY (1934-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Shirley Frances Sallee, Greensburg, KY (1943-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Gwendolyn Harris Alley, Columbia, KY (1952-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Betty Antle Russell Co., KY (1943-) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Harold Rayborn, 78, Casey Co., KY (1932) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Annie B. Dicken, 84, Taylor County, KY (1928) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jerry Gale Coffey, Adair County, KY (1951-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Paul Allen Dameron, Taylor County, KY (1954-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Charlene Supplee, Breeding, KY, (1951-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, David (Doc) Long, Casey County, KY (1956-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Harold D. Wethington, Casey County, KY (1936-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Louise Fenwick, 82, Taylor County, KY (1931-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Audrey Ellen Calhoun, Adair County, KY (1929-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Reid Welsh, Metcalfe Co., KY (1938-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kendall Wayne Woodrum, Casey County, KY (1966-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Judy Miller, 62, Russell County, KY (1953-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, David Bell, 72, Taylor Co., KY (1943-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Henry Carmon Killman, 73, Burkesville, KY (1942-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Estel Ray Dile, 67, Green Co., KY (1949-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Faye W. Rigney, 89, Casey County, KY (1927-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Duane Swincher, 67, Adair Co, KY (1949-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mike Rodgers, 59, Campbellsville, KY (1957-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Alvin Hardin, 64, Burkesville, KY (1952-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dixie Lee Davis, 79, Glasgow, formerly of Adair County, KY (1938) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lonnie (Bodgie) Kirk, 83, Cumberland County, KY (1934) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Brooks Milby, Green County, KY (1932-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Hubert Ray McGaha, 68, Bloomfield, KY (1949-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Durrell -Darrell- Evans, 63, Greensburg, IN/Dunnville native (1954-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ashley Burton, 31, Adair Co., KY native (1989-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Cora Lee Mitchell Young, 68, Green Co., KY (1952-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Doris Emogene Franklin, 87, Burkesville, KY (1933-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Hazel Harrison, 1, Winchester, KY (2021-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James A. (Jimmy) Wethington, 68, Columbia, KY (1957-2026) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lawrence B. (Poppy) Robertson, 96, Russell Springs, KY (1924-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Linda Faye Buis, 73, Liberty, KY (1947-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Marie Reeder, 85, Jamestown, KY (1935-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mitchell Keith Polston, 72, Jamestown, KY (1949-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Nancy Hunt, 84, Campbellsville, KY (1938-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Neal Alexander, 63, Russell Springs, KY (1959-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Phyllis Huckaby, 82, Russell Springs, KY (1940-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Reba Sue Hadley, 76, Knifley, KY (1949-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Robert Allen Smith, 66, Columbia, KY (1954-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ronald Eugene Bolton, 87, Russell Springs, KY (1935-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sandra Jean Kerns, 77, Adair Co., KY (1946-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Tina Hall, 49, Jamestown, KY (1971-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Tonja M. (Pooh) Coffey, 55, Russell Springs, KY (1967-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Victoria Jayne Leibeck-Owsley, 31, Columbia, KY (1989-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) |
 
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