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AC Tourism celebrates successful Pumpkin Trail/Night Market

From Adair County Tourism

Adair County Tourism is celebrating the success of the Pumpkin Trail Festival Night Market, held October 23, 2026, at the Jim Blair Center in Columbia. The event brought families, local vendors, and community members together for an evening of fall festivities, family-friendly activities, and community spirit.

With approximately 15 vendors participating, the Night Market offered a variety of shopping, entertainment, and food options. Attendees enjoyed homemade crafts, jewelry, desserts, food trucks, sparkle tattoos, hair stencils and more. Families also had the opportunity to participate in free activities, including pumpkin decorating, made possible by a generous donations by Tree Passion.

A highlight of the evening was a live pumpkin-carving demonstration by Drew Smith, which added to the festive atmosphere and gave attendees a chance to experience the creativity and artistry of pumpkin carving firsthand.

The Night Market also brought increased attention to the Pumpkin Trail, located around the track at the Jim Blair Center. Visitors were invited to walk the trail and vote for their favorite decorated pumpkin. The displays featured creative entries from Lindsey Wilson College art students, Adair County School System students, and local businesses, showcasing the talent, imagination, and community pride found throughout Adair County.


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Adair Co. FFA members show off Three-Star Plaque


2026-10-28 - Martinsville, IN - Photo from Gabby Barnes.
On the final day of the trip to the National Convention in Indianapolis, Adair Co. FFA members traveled to Risin' Creek Creamery, and went on a tour of one of the top dairy goat farms in the nation. Above, FFA members pose with our new plaque for earning a Three-Star Rating, which is the highest honor the National FFA Organization can bestow.

Students in the back row from left to right are: Brayden Fitzgerald, Lane Kelsay, Braxton Irvin, Brent Moore, Ethan Wooten, Will Reynolds, Mason Taylor, Hudson Hancock, and Andrew Miller.

Students in the middle row from left to right are: Breanna Foster, Kantlee Harvey, Laramie Baldwin, Haylee McGuffin, Millie Chumbley, Rosalie Reynolds, Claire Loy, Allee Campbell, Amelia Martin, and Alayna Marcum.

Students in the front row from left to right are: Addie Baker, Anna Moore, Karen Castrejon, Abby Maulden, and Katie Kean.


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Adair Co. Public Library Pumpkin Decoration Contest results

By Katelynn Molesky
from The Adair Progress

Autumn is officially in full swing in Adair County! In celebration, the public library recently held a pumpkin decorating contest, showcasing an incredible array of creativity from the youngest members of the community.

Entries for the festive competition were accepted from October 5 to the 9, with voting open to the public from October 10 through 13, 2026.

When the votes were finally tallied, Cyrus and Ian's Nintendo-inspired masterpiece, titled "Mario," won both the popular vote and the title of Overall Best Pumpkin. Meanwhile, Winry's enchanting Cinderella pumpkin earned the title of Cutest, while Avery brought literature to life by winning the Best Book Character category with a rendition of The Very Hungry Caterpillar. Otis and Walker also claimed the most creative award with their Chicka Chicka Boom Boom design.


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2026-10-28 12:41:31 | Comments | See topic Adair Co. Public Library

Current Local Conditions
Adair: 75 F
Casey: 74 · Cumberland: 78 · Green: 76
Metcalfe: 74 · Russell: 76 · Taylor: 76
Updated at 4:30pm Wednesday, October 28, 2026
  High/Low: 77 F / 47 F
SLP: 1021.2
Wind: SSE at 3
Dewpoint: 42 F
Relative Humidity: 30.29%
Precipitation: 0 in. today

Kentucky Mesonet Links:
Adair Co. - Casey Co. - Cumberland Co. - Green Co. - Metcalfe Co. - Russell Co. - Taylor Co.

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


Sponsors needed for annual Christmas in Columbia Parade

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

The 2026 Christmas in Columbia Parade theme will be "An American Christmas," honoring America's 250th Anniversary.

Funding help is still needed for the parade and we hope you, your business or organization will be able to help by becoming a sponsor for the parade. Our parade has always been the first Saturday in December and takes a lot of planning on our part and a lot of creative work to make the floats to have such a memorable Christmas Parade each year. Other communities have recently begun having their Christmas Parades the same date as ours, so in order to continue to have the beautiful floats that we are accustomed to, it is necessary for our prize money and awards to be competitive with other communities.

Sponsorship levels range from $100 to $1000, and higher level sponsor will be featured on promotional materials, float signage, and t-shirts, and receive free t-shirts. All sponsors will get mentions on social media. We will also be offering a long sleeve T-shirt for purchase later this year to help with the parade costs.

We greatly appreciate ALL of our Chamber members and look forward to seeing you at this year's 'An American Christmas' parade. For more details just contact us at coladair@duo-county.com or 270-384-6020.


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2026-10-28 12:38:55 | Comments | See topic Chamber of Commerce



Verify your registration at: GOVOTEKY
Registration Deadline is October 5, 2026, at 4pm.



LGE/KU Energy Efficiency Programs for Businesses

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

Josh Tennen, Energy Efficiency Program Manager for LG&E and KU will be holding a Lunch-and-Learn series to share energy efficiency programs that are available for trade allies in Kentucky. Josh says, "Our goal is to help businesses take advantage of the available incentives and identify opportunities to save energy and reduce costs. "

The target audience is architecture, engineers, and construction (AEC) firms, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) contractors, energy service companies (ESCOS), and third-party rebate processors.

The programs will be presented on November 4, 2026, in Louisville, November 5, 2026, in Lexington, and November 9, 2026, virtually. For additional information, please contact Susan Emery at 502-974-2326 or susan.emery@lge-ku.com.


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2026-10-28 12:25:17 | Comments | See topic Chamber of Commerce

Events scheduled for today, October 28, 2026
All events are listed in Central Time. | Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
8:00amCTExcused in-person absentee voting
Adair Co. Clerks Office, 424 Public Square, Suite 3, Columbia, KY (ID:71322 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
Red Ribbon Week: Duo Day at ACHS (ID:71417 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
10:45amCTLWU Fall Chapel: Alex Beam (ID:71107 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
11:00amCTAnnual Trabue-Russell House Fall Lunch
The menu will feature Robert Flowers's Burgoo, Butch Rogers's Pimento Cheese, Susan Loy's Ham & Cheese Sliders, and Mary Anne Loy's Chocolate Chip Cookies and Apple Stack Cake. Also on the menu are chili, beans, cornbread, oatmeal cookies and ginger cookies. Seating is available indoors and out (weather permitting). The cost is $10.00 and carryout is available, as well. (ID:71363 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
1:00pmCTCelebrating America art show at historic L&N Depot in Greensburg (ID:71288 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
3:30pmCTLWU Arts & Humanities Month
Spooky Story Read-A-Thon at Patel Amphitheater (ID:71267 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
6:30pmCTRevival at Melson Ridge United Baptist Church (ID:71433 | 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.

Fall Colors of Kentucky (4 of 4)


2026-10-28 - Central Kentucky - Photo by Robert Ellis, robertelliswoodworking.com.
Robert writes, "Spotted this barn off from the main road along Highway 90. This one was taken a different bright sunny day from the previous 3 photos. The photography adventure was planned based on a forecast of a cloudy, overcast skies which never materialized. In the end it turned out well enough, since it was mid morning and I wasn't forced to take the photo directly shooting into the sun."


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Words of Wisdom for October 28, 2026
For Day 301 of 2026. There are 64 days remaining in 2026.

From Miss Donna Rieder
Win the morning and the rest of the day has to follow your lead. The first hour sets the tone for the other twenty three, so spend it like it matters. Move your body, feed your mind, and set one clear intention. Small mornings compound into extraordinary lives.

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.


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Kentucky joins crypto money transmitter settlement

From Tasha Stewart

Frankfort, KY - Team Kentucky has joined 33 state regulators in a $2.5 million settlement with Coinme Inc., a cryptocurrency money transmitter and kiosk operator. The settlement resolves allegations of violations of the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) and anti-money laundering (AML) laws that safeguard the financial system from illicit use.

"High prices and the cost of living are hurting too many Americans right now, which is why we are taking every step possible to keep dollars in the pockets of our families," said Gov. Beshear. "Team Kentucky is committed to holding bad actors accountable, addressing practices that put consumers at risk, and safeguarding the financial interests of Kentuckians."


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2026-10-28 12:17:35 | Comments | See topic Kentucky


News reports bring memories of trips to Bavaria

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News of arson in Germany brought back memories of a couple of 20th Century trips overseas for Doug Beard with his parents Harry and Bea. Doug sent in the attached collage of memorabilia from the Kehlsteinhaus in Berchtesgaden, Germany.

Commonly known in English as the Eagle's Nest, Kehlsteinhaus is a Nazi-era chalet situated atop the Kehlstein, a subpeak of the Hoher Goell above Obersalzberg, near Berchtesgaden in southeastern Germany. Completed in 1938, it was intended to host diplomatic functions. At the end of World War II, the Bavarian government intended to demolish the building, but elected to operate it as a historical tourist destination with a restaurant and beer garden. On 23 October 2026, a suspected arson attack caused extensive fire damage to the building. (Wikipedia)

Doug says, "I think your readers may find this interesting and I imagine some of them may have visited it when touring in Bavaria."


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2026-10-28 12:10:40 | Comments


Stop Scams ALERT from Team Kentucky

Don't let election scams catch you off guard. Remember the Pause, Check, Protect method to avoid voter registration scams, fraudulent donation requests, and fake political surveys.

Pause to consider whether you were expecting an email or survey. Check to see if the email is coming from a verifiable source. Protect your personal information and never donate or give out financial information to unknown senders.

Learn more about election scams at StopScams.ky.gov


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2026-10-28 11:53:09 | Comments | See topic Politics


Adair Co. FFA students get a Derby Tour


2026-10-28 - Louisville, KY - Photo from Gabby Barnes.
On the way to the National Convention in Indianapolis, Adair Co. FFA members stopped by Churchhill Downs in Louisville. FFA members learned about the history of the Kentucky Derby and the genetics behind breeding the fastest horses in the world.


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ACSO: Warrant served on Jones Chapel Road

From Sheriff Gary Roy
Adair County Sheriff's Office

On October 27, 2026 Adair County Sheriff Gary Roy and Sergeant Josh Durbin went to a residence on Jones Chapel Road to serve an arrest warrant.

Upon making contact with the defendant, consent was given to search the residence. Sgt. Durbin located a glass container that had suspected methamphetamine in it, resulting in an additional charge.


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2026-10-28 10:30:17 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports


ACSO: Trespassing complaint leads to theft arrest

From Sheriff Gary Roy
Adair County Sheriff's Office

On October 27, 2026, the Adair County Sheriff's Office was dispatched to L. Willis Road to a trespassing complaint.

A suspect was located at a business within the area of the complaint. The suspect admitted to taking a trail camera from the property, and had the trail camera in his possession. He was placed under arrest and lodged in the Adair County Regional Jail.

The arrest was made by Sgt. Josh Durbin, assisted by Sheriff Gary Roy and Columbia Police Officer Trent Williams.


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2026-10-28 10:27:36 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports


KFW Commission to hold Lands and Wildlife Committee meeting

From Lisa Jackson

Frankfort, KY - The Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Commission has scheduled a Lands and Wildlife Committee meeting at 8:30amCT/9:30amET on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, in the Camp Kentucky Afield lodge at the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources Green River Lake campus near Campbellsville. This meeting is open to the public.

The Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Green River campus is located at 244 Kentahten Trail, Campbellsville, KY 42718. The main entrance is located off State Park Rd., approximately 1.25 miles east of Lone Valley Rd.


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2026-10-28 10:09:58 | Comments | See topic Ky Afield Outdoors

Boil Water Advisory lifted

From Columbia/Adair Utilities District
October 28, 2026

As of 8:43 am on October 28, 2026 the Boil Water Advisory for customers on TP Cundiff Rd down to Bull Run Rd and all side roads in between, Oak Grove Rd, Hooterville Rd, 315-1698 Sano Road and Green Hills Rd to Sano Rd and all side roads in between 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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2026-10-28 10:00:55 | Comments


Flag continues to please


2026-10-28 - Adair Co., KY - Photo by Pam Capozziello.
Pam writes, "I took this photo last night. There is a beam of light shooting down and it landed on the flag. I bought this solar, hanging LED flag for the Fourth of July and moved it to our back yard. Looked great on the feeding shed so I left it there. The flag looks good no matter where you put it!"


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Letter: Thanks from Robert

Robert Ellis writes:
"Thanks for your kind comment!"
Comments re: Letter: Great photo


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2026-10-28 09:03:38 | Comments | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback

KSP: Juvenile arrested for child sexual abuse material

From Trooper Jonathan Houk

Campbellsville, KY - Kentucky State Police (KSP) Post 15 Troopers and Detectives have arrested a 17-year-old juvenile following an investigation into allegations of possession of child sexual abuse material.

In August 2026, KSP Post 15 received a report of a 17-year-old juvenile in possession of child sexual abuse material. Detective Zach Scott responded to a residence on Birdie Ave in Campbellsville and launched an investigation.


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2026-10-28 09:01:43 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports

Birthdays and Anniversaries for October 28
Happy Anniversary, Odell and Norma Richard | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversay, Mary Margaret and Keith Blackwell (1983) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Christine Collins | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Dillon Wilkerson | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Emme Lynza Wilkerson | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jeremy D. Grider | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Kaylee Ann Whitaker | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Kenneth Parsley (2001) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Krista Garner Grider | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Patty Rowe Nall (1943) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Quentin Slaven (1996) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Sarah Grider (2008) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Sharon Brockman Bates | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Tammy Phelps | (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.

Holmes Bend Marina closing for the season

Holmes Bend Marina will be closing for the season this week, and the last day for the Kitchen will be Thursday, October 29, 2026.

Friday will be a cleaning day before locking up for the season, and on Saturday, October 31, 2026, water lines will be blown and the water will be shut off for the season.


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Adair Co. attends the 99th National FFA Convention

From Gabby Barnes

On Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 24 FFA members travelled to Indianapolis, Indiana, to attend the 99th National FFA Convention. Along the way, we stopped for a tour of the Kentucky Derby Museum. During the convention, students were able to meet with colleges and agricultural related businesses from across the country. Adair county FFA was even recognized on the national stage for our three star rating!

Each year, the National FFA Organization recognizes high-quality programs across the country with their chapter rating contest. The contest looks at 15 of the chapter's activities throughout the year, and evaluates the overall impact of the chapter in their community and school.

This year, Adair County FFA earned a gold rating at the state level, and was selected as one of the top 19 chapters in Kentucky. After advancing to the national level, Adair County FFA received a three-star rating, which is the highest rating possible. This places Adair County FFA in the top 4% of chapters in the country!


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2026-10-27 16:22:17 | Comments | See topic Education


Fiscal Court authorizes final payment on Hospital debt


2026-10-28 - Columbia, KY - Photo by Vicky Pike.
At the October 27, 2026, meeting of the Adair County Fiscal Court, magistrates voted for treasurer Malinda Quinn to pay the $292,000 remainder of the former Westlake Hospital debt from the money received at the closure of the Adair Hospital Taxing District.

The balance of that $880,000 after the $292,000 payment will go into the general fund. All the court was present. Most of the incoming magistrates were at the meeting as well.


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LWU Theatre Department to present The Secret Garden

By Duane Bonifer

Lindsey Wilson University student Sophie Willen '30 said she was introduced to the classic children's story "The Secret Garden" when she was "8 or 9 years old."

Willen's mother read it to her that first time, but by the time she had reached 14 years old, she had read it several times on her own.

"I really love the story," said Willen, a communication major from Lexington.

Now Willen has a chance to bring one of her favorite stories to the stage when the Lindsey Wilson Theatre Department will present the musical adaptation of "The Secret Garden" to the public from November 12-15, 2026, in V.P. Henry Auditorium.

It will also be presented several times to area schools during the week of November 9, 2026, as part of the program's outreach to the region's schools.


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2026-10-27 16:14:57 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University


Still time to sign up for Treats on the Town

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

The annual Treats on the Town will be held from 4pmCT to 6pmCT this Friday, October 30, 2026, in the old Adair Co High/Middle School Gym, 322 General John Adair Dr., Columbia, KY. Please enter through side gym door. Spooks only (no animals allowed).

There's still time to register with us if you can be a candy vendor, at coladair@duo-county.com or 270-384-6020. Thank you for providing our children a safe and fun Trick or Treat!


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What's Cooking in Columbia Today
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Fiesta Mexico of Columbia
819 Jamestown St., Columbia KY. 270-384-6004. Hrs.: 10:30amCT daily; Sun, 11amCT
Authentic Mexican Restaurant
Wednesday Special: Quesadilla Roja Grilled flour tortilla stuffed with chicken or beef with cheese, served with rice, lettuce, sour cream and tomatoes. $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


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.
New Menu for Fall 2026!
Get plates or sandwiches with shoulder, pulled pork, pulled chicken, ribeye & brisket, hot dogs, chili dogs, chuck wagon, catfish, richie rich burgers, pork burgers, df burgers (dipped in hot sauce), slaw burgers, philly cheese steak sandwiches, or smoked bologna. Sides include baked beans, potato salad, slaw, vinegar slaw, grilled cabbage, and mac & cheese. There's also sweets and snacks on the new menu.
Randy Young, owner


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


Betty's Country Cooking
MENU | 2339 Campbellsville RD, Columbia, KY (MAP) Phone 270-384-5664 | Non-smoking. Breakfast served anytime. Credit Cards accepted.
Betty's is open on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 530amCT to 8pmCT, and on Sunday from 8amCT to 3pmCT


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 October 28, 2026:
Breakfast: Pancakes with syrup
Lunch: Bologna and cheese sandwich or grilled cheese sandwich, chili with crackers, carrot and celery sticks, yogurt cups, fresh fruit options

ACMS menu for October 28, 2026:
Breakfast: Pancakes with syrup
Lunch: Grilled cheese sandwich, chili with crackers, carrot and celery sticks, yogurt cups, fresh fruit options

ACHS menu for October 28, 2026:
Breakfast: Pancakes with syrup
Lunch: Grilled cheese sandwich, chili with crackers, carrot and celery sticks, yogurt cups, 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 Wednesday, October 28, 2026:
Breaded pork chop, sweet potatoes, collard greens, roll, margarine, apple, milk



Edmonton CofC Fall Auction

From Melody Baker, Executive Director
Edmonton Metcalfe Chamber of Commerce

Edmonton Metcalfe Chamber of Commerce will hold their fall radio auction at 6pmCT on Thursday, October 29, 2026, broadcast on 99.1 WHSX FM.

Donations are appreciated. Proceeds will allow the Chamber to continue to provide activities and events to the business community and to the community at large. For more information, call 270-432-3222.


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LWU: annual Veterans Appreciation Luncheon is Nov 11

By Duane Bonifer

As the nation winds down its celebration of the semiquincentennial of America's founding in 1776, this year's Lindsey Wilson University Veterans Appreciation Luncheon will honor the founding of the nation's six military branches.

Lindsey Wilson's 24th annual Veterans Appreciation Luncheon will be held at 11:30amCT on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, at VFW Post 6097, 500 Green Hills Road, Columbia.

The luncheon is free and open to all area veterans and their spouses. In addition to the meal, the luncheon will include a short program for veterans and their spouses.

"I know Nov. 11 is such an important day to our region's veterans, and it's also an important day to the Lindsey Wilson community," said Lindsey Wilson Dean of Students Chris Schmidt, who helps coordinate and oversee the event. "For nearly a quarter of a century, the luncheon has been a very small way for the university to thank the men and women who answered the call when asked to serve their country."


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2026-10-27 11:24:16 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University

Buckeye Butterfly


2026-10-27 - Central Kentucky - Photo by Pen.
A Buckeye spotted taking a rest between trips to autumn yellow flowers.


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Letter: Great photo

Connie Slattery writes:
Very nice photo! Love all the colors of fall.
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2026-10-27 11:22:15 | Comments | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback


Remembrances for October 28
In Memory Birthday, Billy Rice, 43, Taylor County, KY (1975-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mary Eunice Bishop, Greensburg, KY (1937-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lavonda Whited, Liberty, KY (1945-2020) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jim Hayes (1930-2006) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Linda Pike Money (1945-2009) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Joy Patton, Taylor Co., KY (1935) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Hazel Murrell, 84, Russell Co., KY (1925) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Earl Meditz, 84, Adair Co., KY (1925) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Montie Ray Benningfield, Taylor Co., KY (1939)> | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Hilda Mae Sutton, Casey Co., KY (1931 | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Pauline Blakeman Calhoun, Green Co., KY native of Adair Co., KY (1926) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Colonel Harris Walkup, Adair County, KY (1920) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Nancy Foley, 68, Russell Co., KY (1943) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Sarah Jane Burton, Adair County, KY (1948-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Phyllis Mae Antle, 73, Russell County, KY (1940-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ralph Moss, 94, Taylor Co., KY (1920-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Kenneth Gerald Hatton, 33, Edmonton, KY (1982-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Edith Chloe Harris Mariz, Taylor Co., KY/Metcalfe Co. native (1928-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Helen Miller, 89, Russell Springs, KY (1927-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mr. Thomas Ed Handy, Greensburg, KY (1925-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Larry Rex Birge, 59, Summer Shade, KY (1957-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Creed Lacy, 82, Adair County, KY (1934-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Morris Edward Milby, 70, Green County, KY (1947-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Rev. Howard Coop, native of Cumberland County, KY (1928-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jarita Burton Cain, 45, Russell Springs, KY (1972-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Carlos Robert Mouser, Green County, KY (1953-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Agnes L. Carrithers, Burkesville, KY (1919-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Glenda Nadine Mars Dixon, Green Co., KY (1953) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, David Copeland, Cookeville, TN | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Frederick L. Bohman, 61, Columbia, KY (1962-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Gene Sparks, 78, Adair Co., KY native (1947-2026) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Houston Jenkins, 90, Adair Co., KY (1932-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Karen D. Bishop, 67, Columbia, KY (1956-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mary Grider Bryant, Columbia, KY (1926-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Robert R. (Bob) Moss, 77, Gradyville, KY (1946-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Russell Lott, Danville, KY | (Updates/Corrections)
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