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Letter: Trabue-Russell House Fall Lunch

By Beth Grant, Secretary
Adair County Public Library Board of Trustees

On behalf of the Adair County Public Library Board of Trustees, a huge thank you to the Trabue-Russell House Board for their hospitality at their Fall lunch. We appreciate your acknowledgement of our outstanding staff at the Adair County Public Library.

The citizens of Adair County and we, the Board of Trustees, are extremely fortunate to have this group of individuals who willingly share their wealth of knowledge and expertise through exceptional service to the community. We are so grateful this is recognized by others in the community.


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2025-10-25 16:15:17 | Comments | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback


Kentucky Color: Devil's Walkingstick


2025-10-25 - Great Wooded South - Photo by Billy Joe Fudge.
Billy Joe writes, "Devil's Walkingstick is named for its thorn-covered stem. Anyone, including me, who has ever reached out to grab it to help stabilize their steps at forest's edge is immediately treated to unfathomable, stabbing pain. The stab wounds can often cause discomfort for several days due to inflammation.

Once again, the most famous walking stick in the Great Wooded South not only assisted me in my journey but provided some sense of scale for the picture."


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Kentucky Color: A Walkingstick and a Walking Stick II

By Billy Joe Fudge

Devil's Walkingstick is a small, sapling sized deciduous tree which lives up to its horrible name! However, as with many torturous, dangerous plants, it has some positive attributes.

It has a large, showy flower head nestled on top of the bipinnate or tripinnate, leaf-covered ends of main stems. It is truly unique in that it is considered to be one of only three or four tree species with tripinnate leaves. Additionally, these flowers produce black seeds that many birds enjoy.

It is a pioneer species, which means it germinates on exposed mineral soil and thrives in both direct and filtered sunlight. This natural condition is often found at the forest edge or where openings are created in the woodland by dead or dying trees.

Of course it gets its name, Devil's Walkingstick, because of its thorn covered stem. Anyone, including me, who has ever reached out to grab it to help stabilize their steps at forest's edge is immediately treated to unfathomable, stabbing pain. The stab wounds can often cause discomfort for several days due to inflammation.


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2025-10-25 16:11:25 | Comments | See topic Kentucky Color by Billy Joe Fudge

Current Local Conditions
Adair: 51 F
Casey: 50 · Cumberland: 53 · Green: 51
Metcalfe: 52 · Russell: 51 · Taylor: 51
Updated at 8:30am Sunday, October 26, 2025
  High/Low: 53 F / 49 F
SLP: 1023.1
Wind: ENE at 1
Dewpoint: 45 F
Relative Humidity: 78.52%
Precipitation: 0 in. today

Kentucky Mesonet Links:
Adair County - Casey County - Cumberland County - Metcalfe County - Taylor County

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


Neal gives keynote address at Trustee Appreciation luncheon

By Duane Bonifer

Lindsey Wilson University adds a lot to Columbia-Adair County, and Columbia-Adair County gives a lot to Lindsey Wilson. That was one of the observations Adair County native Michael T. Neal '88 shared in his keynote address to a packed audience at the university's annual Fall Trustee Appreciation and Endowed Scholarship Luncheon, held on Friday, October 24, 2025, in the Roberta D. Cranmer Dining & Conference Center.

"Lindsey Wilson University affects every business here locally with the people it has brought into this town -- the real estate offices, the doctor's offices, the pharmacies, the beauticians," said Neal who is a member of the retail senior leadership team at Brown & Brown insurance brokerage. "It affects us all locally in every direction."

Neal, who also leads the Brown & Brown of Kentucky office, said that Columbia-Adair County also provides a lot to Lindsey Wilson.

Now a Bowling Green resident, Neal cited several of the area residents who shaped his life, including middle-school teacher Lucretia Begley, who was also Lindsey Wilson first lady; middle-school teacher and coach Dean Adams '78, who would go on to become Lindsey Wilson executive vice president; Betty Brown, longtime executive assistant to Lindsey Wilson presidents; and Adair County native and businessman Dan Antle '71.

"People from Lindsey Wilson keep popping up in your life," he said.


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2025-10-25 15:47:18 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University


City of Columbia holds Employee Appreciation Lunch

From Trey Stephens
City of Columbia | Assistant to the Mayor

As part of October's local government month celebration, the City of Columbia hosted an employee appreciation lunch on Thursday, October 23, 2025.

Chef (City Clerk) Woody Sharpe and Deputy Chef Tiffany Collins (Assistant City Clerk) cooked up quite a feast for everyone to enjoy including Loaded Baked Potato Salad, Macaroni and Cheese, Mushroom Rice Casserole, Green Beans, Rolls, Banana Pudding, Fruit Pizza, Chocolate Pie, Brownies, and much more all accompanying delicious Fried Chicken from your local hometown IGA.

Employees from across the City's various departments enjoyed food and fellowship with their colleagues. The City is so thankful for all of our employees and was so happy to be able to celebrate them in this way.


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2025-10-25 15:34:41 | Comments

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

Michael Neal delivers the keynote address at Trustee luncheon


2025-10-25 - Columbia, KY - Photo courtesy Lindsey Wilson University.
Adair County native Michael T. Neal '88 delivered the keynote address to a packed house at the Lindsey Wilson University Fall Trustee Appreciation and Endowed Scholarship Luncheon, held Friday, October 24, 2025, in the Roberta D. Cranmer Dining & Conference Center. At left is Lindsey Wilson President William T. Luckey Jr.


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Red Cross blood drive on Nov 19

There will be a Red Cross blood drive from 10amCT to 4pmCT on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at the Holloway Health & Wellness Center, 399 Williams St., Columbia, KY.

To make an appointment, visit redcrossblood.org. Donors at the drive can receive an exclusive pair of American Red Cross x PAC-MAN socks, while supplies last.


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2025-10-25 15:30:14 | Comments | See topic Health Care

KY agriculture celebrates Pork Month in October

From Madison Pergrem Cannon

Frankfort, KY - Pork producers, pork industry representatives, and state legislators joined Commissioner of Agriculture Jonathan Shell on Friday as he proclaimed October as Pork Month in Kentucky during a Legislative Pig Showmanship Competition at the Franklin County Fairgrounds hosted by the Kentucky Department of Agriculture.

With more than 860,000 swine produced annually in Kentucky, pork is an important product for the state's agriculture community. Kentucky pork sales make up 2.2 percent of total cash receipts for Kentucky agriculture. The sale of market hogs and pigs brought in $170.2 million in 2024 for Kentucky farmers.


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2025-10-25 15:25:55 | Comments | See topic Kentucky

Football: LWU hosts Faulkner on Homecoming Saturday

The No. 10-ranked Lindsey Wilson football team welcomes (RV) Faulkner (AL) for Homecoming at 1:30pmCT on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at Parnell Family Stadium, 928 Russell Rd, Columbia, KY.

Saturday's matchup is the 11th meeting between the two programs. Lindsey Wilson leads the all-time series 8-2 and has won the last seven matchups, including a 47-21 victory last season at Faulkner. The Blue Raiders are 6-0 all-time against the Eagles in Columbia.


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2025-10-24 18:50:45 | Comments | See topic Sports

Birds of Kentucky: Fall geese


2025-10-24 - Central Kentucky - Photo by Pen.
A trio of Canada Geese against an autumn background.


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Annual KY Book Festival is Nov 1 in Lexington

Lexington, KY - The Kentucky Book Festival, a New Kentucky Home literary experience, is back for the 44th year on Saturday, November 1, 2025, at Joseph-Beth Booksellers, 161 Lexington Green Cir # B, Lexington, KY.

This free literary extravaganza promises a delightful mix of activities from 9amET to 3pmET. Throughout the lower level, participants can meet their favorite authors at individual signing tables. With three stages hosting a variety of panel discussions, engaging conversations, hands-on workshops and captivating presentations, there are events for book lovers of all ages.

Kids' activities include a magical story time area where children can listen to enchanting tales read by participating authors. Aspiring young artists can join the illustration workshops and unleash their creativity under the guidance of talented illustrators. Children 14 and younger will receive a voucher to select a book from a participating author to take home for free.


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2025-10-24 18:13:35 | Comments | See topic Books

Plan a safe ride home in Halloween season

From Marla Marrs

Frankfort, KY - To keep Kentuckians safe this Halloween season, Team Kentucky is reminding drivers to plan a safe ride home if festivities include drinking, and to watch for pedestrians.

Follow these simple tips for a safe celebration:
  • Designate a sober driver, use public transportation, or request a ride share even if you only have one alcoholic beverage.
  • Walking while impaired can be just as dangerous as driving drunk. If intoxicated, designate a sober friend to walk you home and use caution.
  • If you see a drunk driver, contact law enforcement. You may call the Kentucky State Police toll-free line at 1-800-222-5555 or use the one-touch dial feature through the Kentucky State Police's app. Callers will remain anonymous and should provide a description of the vehicle, location, direction of travel and license number if possible.
  • Have a friend who is about to drink and drive? Take their keys away and arrange for a safe ride home.
  • Wear a seat belt. It is not only the law; it is the best defense against an impaired driver. Buckling up helps prevent injury and death if involved in a crash.
"It's important that Kentuckians make smart choices to protect themselves and others while on the road," said Gov. Andy Beshear. "Please plan ahead, make sure you have a safe way to get home and do not get behind the wheel after drinking. I hope everyone has a safe, happy Halloween."


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2025-10-24 18:09:14 | Comments

KY206 to be reduced to one lane at Blair Road Monday

From Amber Hale

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists that beginning Monday, October 27, 2025, KY 206 in Adair County will be reduced to one lane for culvert replacement. The project will take place near the intersection of Blair Road (mile point 14). A temporary diversion has been installed and traffic will be controlled by automatic flaggers.

Work is scheduled to be completed by Friday, October 31, 2025. The starting date and project duration may be adjusted due to weather conditions or other unforeseen circumstances. Motorists are reminded to expect delays and are encouraged to allow extra travel time while work is underway.


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2025-10-24 18:04:00 | Comments

Fast after midnight for a blood draw on Saturday

This is just a reminder to fast - only water when thirsty - after midnight if you want to get an early morning blood draw at the TJ Hospital Health Fair Saturday, October 25, 2025.

Flu vaccines are free. The event is from 7amCT until 10amCT.


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2025-10-24 17:22:52 | Comments | See topic Health Care


Travel: Million Dollar Highway, 2 of 2


2025-10-24 - Between Ouray and Silverton, Colorado - Photo by Robert Ellis, robertelliswoodworking.com.
Robert writes, "There were places along this road where the blacktop ends, the treacherous cliff begins. The speed limit I believe was 25mph...I found 10-15 much more agreeable!"

Wikipedia says, "The twelve miles south of Ouray through the Uncompahgre Gorge to the summit of Red Mountain Pass gives the highway its name. This stretch through the gorge is challenging and potentially hazardous to drive; it is characterized by steep cliffs, narrow lanes, and a lack of guardrails; the ascent of Red Mountain Pass is marked with a number of hairpin curves used to gain elevation, narrow lanes for traffic--many cut directly into the sides of mountains." (Wikipedia).


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Volleyball: Indians fight to 5th set against Taylor Co.

By Trey Stephens, Staff Writer

On Thursday, October 23, 2025, the Adair County Lady Indians fell in 5 sets in the 20th District Tournament, 3-2, to the Taylor County Lady Cardinals.

Taylor County took the first set 25-13, as Adair County struggled to get their feet under them early. The Indians came back to win the second set 25-20. Taylor County would then grab the third set 25-22, before the Lady Tribe would come back and win the fourth, 25-19. This set up a competitive and chaotic fifth set that saw Adair County fall 15-13. The Lady Indians took a hard hit as Sophomore Addie Bowman left the game in the third set with an injury.

Despite a tough night in Campbellsville, the season is not yet over. The Lady Indians will move on to the 5th Region Tournament for the first time ever, and continue their historic season.


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2025-10-24 12:35:07 | Comments | See topic Sports

Trunk or Treat in Gradyville on Oct 25

From Benisha Johnson

Happy Hour Acres Corner Store & Watering Hole will be hosting Trunk or Treat from 4pmCT to 6pmCT on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at 4213 Edmonton Rd., Columbia, KY. There will be a cupcake walk, face painting, cotton candy, and the Cumberland Crust pizza truck.

Individuals, businesses, organizations, churches, and non-profits are encouraged to come out and set up a trunk or a truck. Bring your treats see all the little kiddos & advertise your upcoming events or information. Call 270-566-2190 for more information.


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2025-10-24 08:44:23 | Comments

Birthdays and Anniversaries for October 26
Happy Anniversary, Jeremy and Melissa Suratt | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Conner Douglas Burton (2002) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Dean Adams | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Donna Ollery | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Doug Taylor (1959) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Eric Melton | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Gary Embree | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Grant Loy (2000) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Hillary Clinton (1947) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Holly Burton | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jonathon Lynn Kingrey (1985) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, L.C. Willis | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, LeAnna Lewis (1993) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Linda Tudder Harris | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Natalie Darnell (1997) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Ron Wooley | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Stapp twins/ Kobe and Savon Stapp (2002) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Trevor Willis (1997) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Vicky Goodin | (Updates/Corrections)
View all birthdays and anniversaries for this month and next month on our Celebrations Page. Submit your birthday or anniversary using our Contact Form.

LWU students eat and flop to usher in Homecoming Weekend

By Duane Bonifer

Lindsey Wilson University has the most successful intercollegiate athletics program in Kentucky, but for two nights leading up to Homecoming Weekend 2025, the university's students embraced two kinds of competition that won't be found on the university's athletics website or in Blue Raider record books.

On Wednesday, October 22, 2025, several hundred Lindsey Wilson students gathered on the Campus Quadrangle to see which classmate could consume the most hot dogs and buns.

And on Thursday, October 23, hundreds filled the Doris and Bob Holloway Health & Wellness Center natatorium to see which student could make the biggest and most impressive splash in the annual Lindsey Wilson Belly Flop Championships.

One competition was a battle of caloric intake, the other rewarded tolerating a little pain in order to achieve a high level of aquatic expression and creativity. Both contests were won by a freshman.


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2025-10-24 08:32:50 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University

ACJE Bryant welcomes Veteran Robert Bryant

By Bridget Compton, Adair County Deputy Judge Executive

Adair County Judge Executive Larry Russell Bryant welcomed Veteran Robert Bryant for a visit to Fiscal Court Thursday. During the visit, the Judge purchased a Veteran's parking sign to be installed at the annex parking lot.

Judge Bryant encourages all businesses in Columbia and Adair County to consider purchasing a Veteran's parking sign, not only as a way to honor our Veterans, but also to support a great cause. All proceeds from sign sales go toward scholarships for the children and grandchildren of Veterans. For more information, please contact the Adair County VFW Post or call Robert Bryant at (270) 572-1658.


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2025-10-23 21:06:35 | Comments | See topic Local Government

Homecoming Fireworks at Lindsey Wilson University


2025-10-24 - Columbia, KY - Photo courtesy Lindsey Wilson University.
The Lindsey Wilson University Student Government Association hosted a Homecoming pep rally & fireworks display on the Campus Quadrangle to kick off our Homecoming festivities in style on Thursday, October 23, 2025.


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Commodities Distribution for Seniors on Oct 24

From Michele Fruth, Director
Adair County Food Pantry

The monthly commodities distribution for pre-qualified senior citizens will be held from 9amCT to NoonCT on Friday, October 24, 2025, at the Adair County Food Pantry, 203 South Monroe Street, Columbia, KY.


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2025-10-23 13:59:43 | Comments

Sazerac acquires property in Taylor County

Sazerac has announced the purchase of land for new barrel aging warehouses in Taylor County. The Lexington-Herald Leader is reporting that documents filed with Kentucky indicate the warehouse facility could cost more than $1B. (Billion-dollar bourbon barrel campus coming to Taylor County, Sazerac says)

Representatives of Sazerac say that "Sazerac has acquired property located in Campbellsville, Kentucky as part of the company's long-term vision for sustained, strategic growth. The property will be home to new barrel aging warehouses. We are grateful to the state and local officials who continue to support this impactful investment and look forward to being a trusted community partner in Taylor County. We will share further updates on the project as it advances."

Sazerac Company, Inc., is a privately held American alcoholic beverage company headquartered in Metairie in the metropolitan area of New Orleans, Louisiana, but with its principal office in Louisville. It is one of the two largest spirits companies in the United States, with annual revenue of about $1 billion made from selling about 300 beverage brands. (Wikipedia)


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2025-10-23 13:58:18 | Comments

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 5:30amCT to 8pmCT, and on Sunday from 8amCT to 3pmCT. Breakfast served anytime. Credit Cards accepted. Non-smoking.
On the hot bar today, Sunday, October 26, 2025:
Turkey and Dressing, Tenderloin, Spiral Ham, Meatloaf, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Corn, Mac and Cheese, Pinto Beans, Fried Potatoes, Broccoli with Cheese, Breaded Squash Cranberry Sauce, Hush Puppies, Rolls, Cornbread

Come In, Grab A Plate, and Enjoy!


Fiesta Mexico of Columbia
819 Jamestown St., Columbia KY. 270-384-6004. Hrs.: 10:30amCT daily; Sun, 11amCT
Authentic Mexican Restaurant
Sunday Special: Burrito Fiesta, $8.99

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


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


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.



Last Call to register for Master Cattlemen Program

By Nick Roy
Adair County Extension Agent for Agriculture & Natural Resources

The Master Cattleman Program is arguably the flagship program of the UK Cooperative Extension Service, offering cattle producers an in-depth educational opportunity on all things cattle-related. The Adair and Russell County Cooperative Extension Service are teaming up to offer this program starting on October 28, 2025.

The Master Cattlemen Program consists of six 3-hour sessions, focusing on beef production and the industry. All sessions are taught by UK Extension specialists. Registration for the program is $100 per person, and covers meals and material. Each session starts at 5:30pmCT, and locations will rotate between Adair and Russell County.

The full schedule of the program is as follows:
  • October 28, 2025: Marketing & Profitability w/Kevin Laurent, UK Beef Specialist
  • October 30, 2025: Genetics with Dr. Darrh Bullock, UK Beef Genetic Specialist
  • November 6, 2025: Herd Health with Dr. Michelle Arnold, UK Vet
  • November 13, 2025: Reproduction & Record Keeping with Dr. Les Anderson, UK Beef Reproduction Specialist
  • November 20, 2025: Nutrition with Dr. Katie VanValin, UK Beef Nutritionist
  • November 25, 2025: Facilities & Winter-Feeding with Dr. Katie VanValin, UK Beef Nutritionist
To register for the Master Cattlemen program, contact the Adair County Cooperative Extension Service at 270-384-2317.


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2025-10-23 11:05:18 | Comments | See topic Adair Co. Extension Service

Wayne Qualls to speak at Harrods Fork Baptist

From John Campbell

The next "Sunday Night at the Fork" service at Harrods Fork Baptist Church will begin at 6pmCT on Sunday night, October 26, 2025. Wayne Qualls from Faith Covenant in Campbellsville will be our guest speaker.

Harrods Fork Baptist Church located at 169 Harrods Fork Circle, Columbia, KY. Call 270-576-1590 for more information.


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2025-10-23 10:48:48 | Comments | See topic Church News

Autumn color accenting Big Clifty Creek


2025-10-24 - Adair County, KY - Photo by Linda Waggener, ColumbiaMagazine.com.
The water is low in Big Clifty Creek due to the summer draught but still flowing and reflecting the autumn colors in the trees arching above.


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Lindsey Wilson holds Church & University Celebration

By Duane Bonifer

Many things have changed since the rechristening of Lindsey Wilson University on July 1, 2025. But one thing that has remained constant is the school's connection with and commitment to The United Methodist Church.

That 122-year-old relationship was front and center on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, in V.P. Henry Auditorium, as the university held its Church & University Celebration. The event -- which was held for more than a quarter-century when the school was Lindsey Wilson College -- was a reminder of the university's deep connection to Methodism, which dates to the school's founding in 1903.

Lindsey Wilson President William T. Luckey Jr. told the audience gathered for the event that Lindsey Wilson strives to be "the model United Methodist university in the 21st century."

"We commit to being a church-related university that seeks to create a community of scholarship and learning which facilitates social justice," said Luckey, who has been Lindsey Wilson's eighth president since 1998. "We commit to being an institution that respects and honors religious practice, and specifically worship and service for students and faculty who choose to participate in the Christian tradition within the total life of the university."


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2025-10-23 10:35:47 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University


Remembrances for October 26
In Memory Birthday, Ronald A. Smith, Taylor Co., KY (1949) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Glenda Gupton, Campbellsville, KY (1939-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Roberta Lee Buckner Davenport, Green Co. native (1937-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ellie-Kate Noelle Saige Underwood, Campbellsville, KY (2019-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Larry Russell Fox, Russell Co., KY (1946) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Pamela Jo Coffey Adair Co., KY, native (1968) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ruth Sallee, Taylor Co., KY (1917) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Garnett Sneed, Adair Co., KY native (1943) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jean Estes, Adair County, KY (1935) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Joseph Hainey, 65, Russell County, KY (1946) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Leonard E. Bryant, Adair County, KY (1921) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mildred B. Selby, 87, Russell Co., KY (1926-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Joe Crawhorn, Jr. , 85, Adair County, KY (1929-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bonnie Burress, 74, Taylor Co., KY (1940-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lonnie D. Allan Stone, 66, Adair Co., KY (1949-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Margie Lois Buckland, 58, Taylor County, KY (1958-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Marilyn Lewis Rose, Greensburg, KY (1931-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Johnnie Ballenger, 93, Russell County, KY (1924-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Dessie Page Frankum, 95, Adair County, KY (1922-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Joseph Woodson Arnett, 89, Green Co., KY (1928-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Alvin Allen (Blue) Appleby, 75, Russell Co., KY native (1946-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Christal (Hall) Brown, 41, Jamestown, KY (1976-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Dolly Andrew, 85, Adair Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, George Moore Rice, Jr., 87, Columbia, KY (1933-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mahlon C. Coblentz, 44, Columbia, KY (1979-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Martha Reece, 67, Edmonton, KY (1955-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Nolan Roberts | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Patricia Ann Wade-Dye, 85, Russell Springs, KY (1935-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Robert Preston, 64, Russell County, KY (1954-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Roxie Geneva Davenport, Green County, KY (1922-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Wanda Anderson Madole, Cumberland Co., KY (1939-2012) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Willard Lindsey Wise, 99, Campbellsville, KY (1922-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)

 































 
 
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