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Merry Christmas Eve! By Katelynn M. Molesky With temperatures expected to be in the mid-sixties over the next few days, I think it's clear that we most likely will not have a white Christmas this year. That being said, whether you were dreaming of one or not, here's a few shots I took of the town that you can enjoy from the warmth of this pleasant weather - two from the snow we had a few weeks ago and one I got of a festive corner of our square this past weekend. I hope everyone has a safe and merry Christmas! Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-12-24 18:20:03 | Comments | See topic Christmas 
Continuing the conversation... It's been a couple of weeks since David Goguen posted his thoughtful question to CM readers, Say what makes your corner of Adair the best , and several folks have managed to find time in the hectic year-end season to write terrific answers. You can read the responses so far below:
Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-12-24 12:25:49 | Comments Merry Christmas from Lindsey Wilson University A Christmas message from Lindsey Wilson University Campus Chaplain Tyler Brumfield.
Legendary Magician Lance Burton shares magic--and time--at Summit Manor By Mig Feuser Is it possible to pull towels out of a raw egg? No, it is not. Lance Burton says it is -- and last week, he proved it. Performing at Summit Manor, the world-famous Las Vegas magician treated more than 20 residents to a free, up-close magic show that left plenty of jaws dropped and smiles all around. And of course Burton had rolled his sleeves up before performing. No hidden things there. Burton even appeared to explain the trick. He turned the egg toward the audience and showed that it was fake, with a small opening hidden in the shell. "Ahh," came the knowing response from the crowd. But they had underestimated the magician. Burton then showed the same egg, peeled away the suspected hidden opening, and cracked it into a glass -- revealing a real, raw egg. The room erupted in laughter and applause. For many in attendance, it was a rare and personal encounter with one of the most successful stage magicians in American history. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-12-24 11:11:44 | Comments 
Let there be peace in every child's home this holiday season Click article title and read on to find ways you can support the valuable work of CAC Kentucky. By Laura Kretzer Chief Strategy Officer/Interim CEO Children's Advocacy Centers of Kentucky While many children in Kentucky unwrap joy during the holidays, far too many are carrying trauma that reshapes their childhood and their future. For these children, the greatest gifts are not toys or treats, but safety, love, and healing. In the United States, 1 in 7 children will experience abuse or neglect. Children who experience abuse are more likely to experience poor physical and mental health outcomes in the future. Abuse is not a singular occurrence; it is a burden that children carry into adulthood and across generations. Withproper identification, education, treatment, prosecution of perpetrators and healing of victims, Kentucky is at the forefront of the fight against child abuse, and leading the charge is Children's Advocacy Centers of Kentucky. The Children's Advocacy Centers of Kentucky (CAC Kentucky) is the unifying force behind 15 regional Children's Advocacy Centers (CACs) across the Commonwealth, ensuring they have the resources, training, and support needed to effectively serve child victims of abuse. From Kentucky's smallest towns to its largest cities, each center is equipped to provide forensic interviews, victim support, advocacy, medical evaluations and mental health services - all within one child-friendly location. In alignment with the national model for a coordinated and comprehensive response, each child receives care from a multidisciplinary team of professionals working together to create the best outcome for that individual child. Each year, Kentucky's CACs serve abuse victims from all 120 counties, demonstrating how immediate access is essential to hope and healing. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-12-24 11:09:16 | Comments 
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CPD: Two Indiana men arrested for burglary From the Columbia Police Department Two Indiana men were arrested early Sunday morning after Columbia Police responded to a reported burglary in progress at a local business. On Sunday, December 21, 2025, at approximately 1:47amCT, officers with the Columbia Police Department were dispatched to a business where two suspects were reportedly making forced entry using burglary tools. Following the investigation, two Indiana men were taken into custody. Both were transported to the Adair County Regional Jail, where they were lodged pending further legal proceedings. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-12-23 17:48:46 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports
J.O.Y. Ministries 2025 Campaign approaching goal From Hannah Peck J.O.Y. Ministries Annual Christmas Campaign is underway! This year J.O.Y. is attempting to raise $65,000 to support the operational needs of the their ministry in the new year. Currently, the community has raised over $60,000 dollars! With the goal in sight, if you feel led to contribute, you can do so by visiting www.joy-ministries.org or by mailing your gift to: JOY MinistriesThe JOY Crisis Resource Center is located at 400 Greensburg Street and is open Mon-Thurs from 10amCT - 4pmCT and Friday 10amCT-3pmCT, however the Center will be closed from December 24, 2025, until January 5, 2026. Thank you so much for supporting this ministry in its efforts to bring JOY to those in crisis in the Columbia community! Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-12-23 11:43:32 | Comments 
Christmas Long Ago by Henry Giles, 1961 This was written by Adair County's own Henry Giles, well-known humorist and philosopher, among many other talents. It first appeared in the Adair County News in 1961, and was repeated, for the message was timeless, in December 1975. Enjoy-- Mike Watson By Henry Giles Each child hung up only one stocking, but its contents seemed wonderful. And there was fruit and brought-on tidbits that were rare indeed. The title has been forgotten, but each year as the season approaches, a little four-line Christmas poem still echoes from 'way back yonder.' Close your eyes and listen to it as recited by a slender little six-year old girl--blue-eyed and blonde, Cousin Pearl. Dressed in a stiffly starched, red-and-white checkered dress, Cousin Pearl tips noiselessly to the center of the stage in front of the big Christmas tree. All is quiet in the little one-room school house at Spout Springs in Adair County, as she holds up a small stocking and recites: Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-12-23 11:39:12 | Comments | See topic Christmas 
Trinity Christmas Eve Service From Phyllis Burris Trinity Church will have a Christmas Eve Service Candlelight Service at 4:30pmCT on Wednesday, December 24, 2025. Everyone is invited to join as we remember Jesus coming into this world as a baby. We celebrate Him as the "Light of the World" bringing peace, and hope, and bringing light to the darkness. Trinity Church is located at 2418 Campbellsville Road, Columbia, KY. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-12-23 11:34:22 | Comments | See topic Church News 
ACSO: Nashville man arrested for possession From Sheriff Gary Roy Adair County Sheriff's Office On Monday, December 22, 2025, Adair County Deputy Josh Durbin made a traffic stop on Campbellsville Road. Deputy Durbin requested assistance from Columbia Police Department Sgt. Trevor Foster and K9 Cally due to suspected narcotics possession. A positive hit by Cally was made on the vehicle, and narcotics were found. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-12-23 09:26:40 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports 
Night Trips: Looking at Holiday Lights on Hwy 55 By Linda Waggener About a quarter mile past Glens Fork, a quiet stretch of road suddenly glows with unexpected magic. A quick glance to the right reveals what looks like a forest of Christmas trees - dozens of them - each one lit in brilliant color, cascading down a hillside in a cheerful holiday display. At first, you might think you've seen all of them in front of the pretty home. But the scene insists on a second look. To truly take it in, you have to slow down, stop, turn around, and look again. Trees stretch across the front of a workshop building - dozens more illuminated trees - completing a display that feels both whimsical and intentional. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-12-22 23:30:32 | Comments 
Letter: The people make the place By Billy Joe Fudge David, the opportunity you presented is definitely one in which I wanted to participate. I lived the first five years of my life in the Toria Community, thirty two years in the Harvey's' Ridge/Sparksville Community, six years in Rolling Hills Subdivision, 1 year on East 80 and around 30+ years in Greenhills. After examining all the considerations you presented, I found that each "corner" had special topographic features, different house styles, buildings and animals that will forever fill my heart to overflowing. However, I must say that "the people" are what make a place a community and a house a home! Comments re: Say what makes your corner of Adair the best Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-12-22 20:18:23 | Comments | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback 
County Attorney holiday schedule From Gina Baker The office of Jennifer Hutchison-Corbin, Adair County Attorney and the Adair County Child Support Office will be closed on December 24, December 25, and December 26, 2025, for the Christmas holiday, and on January 1 and January 2, 2026, for the New Year holiday. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-12-22 20:12:04 | Comments | See topic Local Government 
Carol Perkins: One Voice Previous Column: Santa Comes to Town By Carol Perkins Before the Christmas holiday, Michael gave his middle school classmates invitations to a birthday party. With a warm smile, he said, "I hope you can come," handing a card to each student. "It begins at three here in our auditorium, so you should have all your presents opened and lunch over by then." Knowing they didn't have much time on Christmas Day, the students glanced at the invitation, smiled briefly, and continued on their way. Poor Michael. What a shame to be born on December 25th, they thought. He must expect an enormous crowd to have it at school. After class, his classmate Sally pulled him aside and whispered, "Michael, I hate to say it, but I don't think many people will come to your party. Why don't you have it after Christmas?" "That wouldn't be the same." Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-12-22 12:52:31 | Comments | See topic Carol Perkins 
Birthdays and Anniversaries for December 25 Happy Anniversary, Eddie and Betty Jo Compton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, James F. and Donna M. Harper (1958) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Adam Scott Morris (1977) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Alisa Parnell | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Christopher Rowe | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Glen Wilham (1961) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Harmon Parnell | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jackson Brooks Riddle (2018) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Roger Firkins | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tristan Wesley Darnell (2007) | (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.
Adair Tourism among Local History Trust Fund Grant recipients From Dana Zinger Frankfort, KY - The Kentucky Historical Society (KHS) has named the 2025 recipients of the Kentucky Local History Trust Fund grants, which help local organizations protect and promote Kentucky history. This year, groups in eleven counties were awarded nearly $10,000 in total funding, including a $978 grant to the Adair-Columbia Tourism Commission for "Lighting the Way: Preserving Adair County's History Through Guided History Walks". Grants between $300 and $1,000 will support projects such as exhibit development, collections care, archiving, technology improvements and new programming. "Kentucky's local history organizations are the heart of their communities," said Scott Alvey, executive director of the Kentucky Historical Society. "These grants ensure that irreplaceable stories, artifacts and traditions continue to be preserved and shared for generations to come." Below are the organizations and projects receiving grants: Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-12-22 12:47:09 | Comments 
Basketball: Indians defeat CHS Yellowjackets, 67-62 By Trey Stephens, Staff Writer On Sunday, December 21, 2025, the Adair County Indians Boys Varsity Basketball team defeated the Central High School Yellow Jackets 67-62 in their final game of the Berea Holiday Classic. The Indians were able to pull out a win on the back of a 27 point performance from senior Dawson Gilbert, who led the Tribe in scoring. Senior Tylin George posted 19, joined by fellow senion Landon Blakey who scored 14. The trio were the only Indians to score in double digits. Gilbert and Blakey both posted double/double,s with 14 rebounds each, to lead the team in boards. The team as a whole shot 51% from the floor and 35% from three point range. All in all, a 2-1 performance for the Indians in the Holiday Classic is quite solid, especially considering two of those wins came in close games, where the Indians had to play well down the stretch. The experience and toughness gained in Berea will no doubt help the team as the season rolls on. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-12-22 10:54:59 | Comments | See topic Sports 
Welcome winter on the shortest day of the year Sunday, December 21, 2025 has been the shortest day of the year, marking the official beginning of winter. From now, each day will bring just a little bit more daylight into our world. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-12-21 21:58:06 | Comments 
Letter: Why MY corner of Adair County is BEST Katelynn M. Molesky writes: I guess it's my turn to jump on the bandwagon. I'd say my little corner of the county is the best because it's just close enough to town for a quick Walmart trip here and there, but far enough that I can hide away from it all. Out here in the Montpelier area, there's a lot to see by just driving down the back roads. There's farms full of cattle, old houses and barns being reclaimed by nature, and of course lots of houses of all shapes, sizes, and conditions. Not to mention all the trees that change color in the fall or grow all lush and green by the mid-spring to summer months. Sure, life in town is great - it's all right there and all your neighbors are close together. But out here in the woods, you can live your life without worrying about what everybody else thinks. And thats why there's no doubt in my mind that my corner of Adair County beats the rest! Comments re: Say what makes your corner of Adair the best Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-12-21 14:50:56 | Comments | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback 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. Closed Today - Merry Christmas from Betty's Country Cooking! Fiesta Mexico of Columbia 819 Jamestown St., Columbia KY. 270-384-6004. Hrs.: 10:30amCT daily; Sun, 11amCT Authentic Mexican Restaurant We'll be closed today, but please join us again on Friday. 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! Merry Christmas from Acapulco Authentic Mexican Grill 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 Thursday, December 25, 2025:
Christmas Eve Services at Columbia United Methodist By Doug Beard The Columbia United Methodist Church invites everyone to join together at 11pmCT on Christmas Eve, Wednesday, December 24, 2025, for a sacred time of worship as the family of God. The service will feature traditional carols, readings from the Holy Scriptures, a service of Holy Communion, and joining our voices in "Silent Night" by candlelight as we welcome the birth of the Messiah. Columbia United Methodist Church is located just off the Public Square at 202 Burkesville St. Columbia, KY. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-12-21 14:49:33 | Comments | See topic Church News
Wilderness Medical Rescue at Pikes Ridge From Chief Chris Taylor Executive Director Fire-Rescue-EMS/Campbellsville Fire-Rescue Campbellsville Fire-Rescue was dispatched to a report of a wilderness medical emergency in a climbing deer stand in remote area of Pikes Ridge Wildlife Management Area at 8:55amET on Sunday, December 21, 2025. 911 staff was able to obtain an accurate last known position GPS location relayed to command staff. The on-duty crew remaining at HQ started our mapping program and by the time responders arrived on the scene the scene was mapped out. Due to the remote area, we had crews access via watercraft, SXS and 4X4. Boat crews deployed rope rescue equipment and EMS equipment. A KFW officer arrived at the patient along with initial recon teams. The victim was evaluated by EMS personnel in the remote area and stabilized. The patient was then transferred via an SXS unit to the medic unit. The patient was transferred to Taylor Regional Hospital in stable condition. Chief Taylor says, "This incident is a prime example of all agencies working together seamlessly in a remote wilderness environment for a positive outcome for the patient." Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-12-21 12:30:08 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Adair Co. Grand Jury Dec 18 indictments On Thursday, December 18, 2025, the Adair County Circuit Court Grand Jury met and handed down indictments against 6 individuals from Columbia, Knifley, and Liberty, KY, on charges including possession, flight, DUI, flagrant nonsupport, assault, wanton endangerment, failure to comply with sex offender registration, and numerous traffic violations. NOTE: Indictments are considered formal charges. An indictment is not a finding of guilt. An individual charged by indictment is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty at some later criminal proceeding. The indictments can be viewed here: 2025-12-17-Adair-Indictments-00131-136-Redacted (PDF, 5.9MB) Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-12-21 12:19:42 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports Last 10 Posted Obituaries:
Remembrances for December 25 In Memory Birthday Delmer Eads, Jr., 79, Russell Co., KY | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dorothy Mae Loy, Columbia, KY (1940-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Thelma Virginia (Jenny) England, Adair Co., KY (1929) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Coleman Wayne Underwood, 72, Green Co., KY | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William Howard Spratt, SR., Taylor Co., KY (1926) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Marian Brackett Keneipp, Adair Co., KY (1924) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Edrol C. Bryant, Adair Co. KY native (1927) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Flossie Haggard, Casey Co., KY (1912) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Randall Bottom, Taylor Co., KY (1960) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Flossie Melton Williams, Cumberland Co., KY (1925) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Anna Faye Helm, Russell County, KY (1954-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Magdalene (Maggie) Rexroat, Russell Co., KY (1932-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Susie Pearl White Barnett, Green Co., KY (1950-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ronald Lynn Brown, Adair Co., KY, (1973-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Victor (Vic) Clark, 91, Jamestown, KY (1923-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lula (Lou) White, 72, Russell Co., KY (1944-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Milton Tucker, 34, Casey County, KY (1982-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Opal Marsalin Richard, 88, Adair Co., KY (1928-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Marlene Jeanette Beane Smith, Russell Springs, KY (1931-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Michael Wesley Karnes, Green County, KY (1949-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Teresa Gay Lewis Glass, 55, Glasgow, KY (1962-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Frances Lynn Grabill, 75, Jamestown, KY (1947-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Geraldine H. McKinney, 91, Jamestown, KY (1929-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jeanene Marie Vomocil, 80, Columbia, KY (1943-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Larry C. Rodgers, 72, Columbia, KY (1947-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Marian R. Newton, 85, Campbellsville, KY (1937-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Beth Huckaby, 53, Campbellsville, KY (1966-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Odean Loy, 84, Columbia, KY (1936-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Orvis Ray Wheat, 86, Jamestown, KY (1934-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Patricia Sue Rodgers, 76, Campbellsville, KY (1944-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ruby Christine Scholl, Jamestown, KY (1928-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Velva Jean Burton, 83, Columbia, KY (1941-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Wallace (Wally) Johnson (1959) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William Micheal (Billy) Bernard, 68, Columbia, KY (1953-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) |
 
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