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CPD: Columbia Man arrested for DUI and other charges The Columbia Police Department arrested a Columbia man early Tuesday morning following a traffic stop that led to multiple criminal charges, including DUI and wanton endangerment. On Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at approximately 12:47amCT, Columbia Police officers conducting active patrol observed a vehicle traveling on Burkesville Road exhibiting indicators consistent with impaired driving. Officers initiated a traffic stop. Following a roadside investigation, the driver was charged with multiple offenses. A 5-year-old child passenger was also in the vehicle and was not properly restrained. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-01-14 15:35:10 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports
KSP: Deadly shooting incident in Adair Co. From Trooper Jonathan Houk Kentucky State Police (KSP) Post 15 is investigating a deadly shooting that occurred Tuesday afternoon, January 13, 2026, in Adair County. On January 13, at 3:02pmCT, KSP Post 15 Troopers responded along with the Adair County Sheriff's Office to a reported shooting incident. Troopers and Detectives arrived at a residence on KY 55 South and found Jordan Hadley, 33, of Columbia, seriously injured from an apparent gunshot wound. Jordan was transported to the TJ Sampson Hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased by the Adair County Coroner. The preliminary investigation revealed that Jordan Hadley and his father, Phillip Bruce Hadley, were involved in a heated altercation. During the course of the incident, Phillip drew a handgun from his waist and discharged it, striking Jordan and causing fatal injuries. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-01-14 09:18:08 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports
First KY Virtual Job Fair of 2026 is Jan 21 From James Hensley Kentucky Department of Veterans Affairs The first Commonwealth of Kentucky Virtual Job Fair of the year is scheduled for 9amCT to NoonCT on Wednesday, January 21, 2026. This event is completely free for both employers and job candidates/seekers, providing an excellent opportunity to connect and explore career opportunities. Interested candidates and businesses can register with one of the links below: The focus of January's Job Fair is Bourbon, EV Revolution and Tourism. All employers are welcome to participate, including those from the targeted industry. The first hour of the job fair is reserved for veterans and military families, and the remainder of the fair is open to all candidates. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-01-14 09:04:55 | Comments | See topic Veterans and Veterans Day
Baseball: LWU releases 2026 schedule 2026 Baseball Schedule The Lindsey Wilson baseball season is only one month away, and as the schedule begins, 13 of the first 14 games of the year will be played at Egnew Park in Columbia. The first pitch of the season for the Blue Raiders is set for 3pmCT on Friday, February 6, 2026, when they host Indiana Columbus. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-01-14 08:48:46 | Comments | See topic Sports Events scheduled for today, January 14, 2026 All events are listed in Central Time. | Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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Gibson and Reece are Student Leaders at LWU by Duane Bonifer Two Metcalfe County residents have leadership positions this school year at Lindsey Wilson University:
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County Offices will be closed on Monday From Bridget Compton Adair County Deputy Judge Executive, Road Administrative Assistant & Solid Waste Coordinator The Adair County Judge Executive's office, The Green River Animal Shelter, The Adair County Recycling Center, and the Adair County Road Department will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2026 to celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr., Day. Please have a safe and happy holiday. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-01-14 08:32:56 | Comments | See topic Local Government
UK Basketball doesn't need a savior, Jasper Johnson will do By Ryan Hoots Sports Director, UntdWeStnd.com Unfortunate news came Monday night that Kentucky's Starting Point Guard, Jaland Lowe, will be sidelined for the remainder of this season due to a necessary procedure on the shoulder he injured earlier this year. Leaving much of the BBN asking, "Well, what now?" Well, hear me out....Jasper Johnson can absolutely be a viable option at Point Guard for Kentucky. Not as a savior for a National Championship. Just as a real, functional answer to what Kentucky actually needs from the position. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-01-14 08:30:47 | Comments | See topic Sports Featured Classified The Adair County Fiscal Court is accepting applications for a temporary part-time Occupational Tax Director. Job Description: Occupational Tax Director will be responsible in pursing new and existing business within Adair County and ensure they are registered for occupational tax, setup new applicants in tax software program correctly and timely, produce payroll tax bills quarterly and annually as designated as the most recent tax ordinance, receive and post payments for tax bills to the proper account and in the correct amount, file tax bills and send notices for non-payments and late payments. Applications are to be picked up and returned to the Adair County Judge Executive's office at 424 Public Square, Columbia, KY 42728. Applications will be accepted until 4pmCT on January 20, 2026. View all classified ads on our Classifieds Page.
Letter: Canada Geese Billy Joe Fudge writes: Looks like the flaps are at 20 degrees.Comments re: Birds of Kentucky: Canada Geese Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-01-14 08:26:56 | Comments | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
Schools to release at NoonCT on Friday From Jason Faulkner, Superintendent Adair County Schools Due to the Adair County Boy's Basketball team's advancement to the Kentucky 2A Championships in Owensboro, Adair County Schools will be releasing at NoonCT on Friday, January 16, 2026. Our boys will play in the first round of the state tournament at 5pmCT. We encourage all that can to come to Owensboro and support our team. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-01-13 17:00:45 | Comments | See topic Sports
42 Candidates now on the ballot for May Primary 42 candidates have entered the race for 22 Adair County offices as of the January 9, 2026, filing deadline. Several candidates will face no opposition in the primary, making them the presumptive party candidate in the General Election, including the only two Democrats to file in any races. One candidate for Magistrate and most of the candidates for Constable (listed lower on the page) will run unopposed in the primary. The rest of the unopposed candidates are:
The candidates for County Judge/Executive, Sheriff, and County Clerk will all face primary opposition:
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Ethan Price is president of the LWU junior class By Duane Bonifer A Taylor County resident has a leadership position this school year at Lindsey Wilson University. Ethan Price '27 of Campbellsville, Kentucky, is president of the university's junior class. The junior class president is also a member of the Lindsey Wilson Student Government Association. Price is a business administration major with an accounting emphasis. The Lindsey Wilson Student Government Association is responsible for coordinating student clubs and organizations, student development, and student leadership. In addition to serving as a voice for student concerns and needs, the Lindsey Wilson Student Government Association assists with planning, promoting and organzing student activities and community service projects. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-01-13 16:37:57 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University
Agenda for Jan 15 School Board meeting From Carolee Lloyd Admin. Assistant to Superintendent/Human Resource Director Adair County Board of Education The Adair County Board of Education will meet in regular session at 6pmCT on Thursday, January 15, 2026, at the Adair County Board of Education Building, 1204 Greensburg St., Columbia, KY. Meeting Agenda: Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-01-13 16:35:50 | Comments | See topic Local Government
Basketball: Indians head to Monroe Co. on Tuesday By Trey Stephens, Staff Writer On Tuesday, January 13, 2026, the Adair County Indians Boys Varsity Basketball team travels to face the Monroe County Falcons (10-4). The Indians come off a 63-60 win over Taylor County, while the Falcons come off a 48-42 win over Barren County. The Falcons and the Tribe share three mutual opponents. Both have faced Cumberland County, Barren County, and Russell County. Monroe County lost at home, 70-59, to Cumberland County, won 48-42 at home against Barren County, and won 59-49 at home against Russell County. Meanwhile, the Indians defeated Cumberland County 71-66 at home, defeated Barren County 89-74 at home, and beat Russell County 83-80 on the road. The names to watch from Monroe County are seniors Brison Nuckolas and Branson Williams, who are averaging 17.3 and 12.8 points per game respectively. Nuckols is also top 20 in the state in free throw percentage at the moment, averaging 85.5% from the line. Williams is the Falcons' major threat in the post, and is averaging nearly a double-double, with a team-leading 9.8 rebounds per game to go along with his 12.8 points. The key for the Indians tonight will be an efficient offense that can dump points and overwhelm the Falcons. Monroe County has the 22nd best defense in the state of Kentucky, giving up just over 50 points per game, while the Indians have the 14th best offense in the state, averaging 75 point per game. One of them will have to give in this matchup. The game will follow the battle between the Lady Indians and the Lady Falcons. Tipoff is scheduled for 7:30pmCT on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at Monroe County High School, 755 Old Mulkey Rd, Tompkinsville, KY. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-01-13 13:25:36 | Comments | See topic Sports Birthdays and Anniversaries for January 14 Happy Anniversary, Austin and Linda Bragg (1967) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Amanda Abbott | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Brenda Clark (1944) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Cathy Burton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Drew Hodges | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Georgia Atwood (1955) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jacqueline Wheeler | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jessica Garmon | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Joyce Powell | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Mike Sexton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Nathan Hill | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Shahid Igbal | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Sherry Burton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tim Harmon | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, twins Chloe and Zoey Beard (2011) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Will Jenkins | (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.
Basketball: Lady Indians win 4th straight By Trey Stephens, Staff Writer On Monday, January 12, 2026, the Adair County Lady Indians dominated the LaRue County Lady Hawks, scoring an impressive 61-15 win in Hodgenville. The game started out with the two teams battling to a six point difference after the first quarter, 16-10 in favor of Adair County. But the distance between the teams quickly grew as the Lady Indians stretched their advantage to 21 by halftime, 35-14. Adair County then fully shut down the LaRue County offense, holding them scoreless for the entire third quarter. The Lady Indians scored 19 more to gain a 40 point advantage going into the fourth quarter. The smothering defense from the Tribe continued in the fourth quarter. The team eventually surrendered just one additional point to LaRue County for the entire 2nd half, by far the most impressive defensive performance I have ever seen in person. Adair County's offense, on the other hand, scored seven in the final period to bring the final score to 61-15. Ila Loy led the scoring for Adair County with 18, followed by Reese Bardin with 14, and Kinzlee Akin with 9. The team has now won four straight games and improves to 8-5 on the season, continuing their incredible success on the road. The Lady Indians are 7-2 when playing away from home this season. They will be back on the road to face the Monroe County Lady Falcons (10-5) on at 6pmCT on Tuesday, January 13, 2026. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-01-13 13:13:53 | Comments | See topic Sports
Bennett, Kemp are Student Leaders at Lindsey Wilson University By Duane Bonifer Two Adair County residents have leadership positions this school year at Lindsey Wilson University:
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Madison Curry Named to President's List at UC Retired Adair County educator Phyllis Curry shared good news that her granddaughter Madison Curry has been named to the President's List for the fall 2025 semester in recognition of academic performance at University of the Cumberlands. To be eligible for the President's List, students must be enrolled in at least 12 credit hours (a full course load), maintain a minimum cumulative grade point average of 4.0 for the semester, receive an "A" grade in UC Engage, and be in good academic standing. Congratulations, Madison! Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-01-12 22:40:53 | Comments | See topic Education
County Clerk to be closed for Martin Luther King Day From Lisa Greer Adair County Clerk The Adair County Clerk's Office will be closed on Saturday, January 17, 2026, and Monday January 19, 2026, for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-01-12 21:43:34 | Comments | See topic Local Government What's Cooking in Columbia Today Click restaurant names for hours, directions, and prices. 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 Betty's Country Cooking MENU | 2339 Campbellsville RD, Columbia, KY (MAP) Phone 270-384-5664 | Non-smoking. Breakfast served anytime. Credit Cards accepted. For the Fall and Winter, 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. Adair County Schools Adair Co. School District, Dayna Parnell, Director of Food Services, 270-384-2476 ACES and ACPC menu for January 14, 2026: 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, January 14, 2026:
KY General Fund and Road Fund receipts for Dec 2025 Frankfort, KY - State Budget Director John Hicks reported on Monday, January 12, 2026, that December's General Fund receipts totaled $1,525.4 million, a 3.4 percent decrease in collections compared to December 2024 totals. The official revenue forecast calls for General Fund revenues to decline by 1.3 percent in FY26. Based on year-to-date collections, revenues can fall 1.9 percent over the final six months of the fiscal year and meet the estimate. Regarding December General Fund revenues, Hicks noted that "Receipts were $53.4 million less than what was collected in December 2024 due to a $60.7 million decline in the major business taxes and the timing of receipts from the public service component of the state property taxes, which are expected to be received in January. December receipts had increases in the largest two accounts, individual income and sales and use taxes. Individual income receipts grew 4.2 percent, including a 6.1 percent growth in withholding taxes. Sales and use tax collections rose by 2.5 percent. Both wages and spending grew for the month and have anchored General Fund collections through the first half of FY26." Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-01-12 21:42:12 | Comments | See topic Kentucky
Revised Little League schedule From Daniel Hedges This is the revision to the schedule based on a couple of events. One--this Thursday, January 15, 2026, games are on as normal. Two--I have had something personal come up one Sunday, January 25, 2026, and can't have games. Three--One night several people are going to a WKU game involving a former player, and I am attending as well. This schedule gets us all 6 games. That is what we have had in the last two years. If we have snow, I will make it up and this gives us time in February to make it up. Monday January 19, 2026:
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VA Service Officer coming to VFW 6097 From Joe Hare, PIO VFW Post 6097 On Thursday, January 15, 2026, at 10amCT, Doc Cook will be at VFW 6097 500 Greenhills Road Columbia KY to assist any veteran needing assistance with VA claims. This is for ANY veteran needing help and is on a first come first served basis. Be sure and bring the latest paper work from VA if you have existing claim(s) or a copy of your DD-214 or similar discharge info if you are not yet in VA system. We encourage all vets to enter the VA system. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-01-12 13:00:44 | Comments | See topic Veterans and Veterans Day Last 10 Posted Obituaries:
Remembrances for January 14 In Memory Birthday, Sherman Ray (Tack) Branham, Cumberland County, KY | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Zina H. Burton, Columbia, KY (1932-2020) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Josephine "Jo" Pearson Taylor Co., KY (1922) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Howard Alexander Miller, Green Co., KY (1938) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Anna E. Harmon, Adair Co., KY (1918) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Henry Parker Bailey, Adair Co., KY (1929) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Gary B. Lawless, Russell Springs, KY (1943) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jack E. Smith, Adair County, KY (1932) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Gladys Paxton, Adair County, KY (1932) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Grady D. Cope, Burkesville, KY (1938 | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lois Wilson, 97, formerly of Windsor community (1916 | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Eugene Hadley, 79, Russell County, KY (1934-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rosemary Agnes Moore, Russell County, KY (1933-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kristina Nicole Cox, Russell County, KY (1986-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ella Fern Grider, 74, Russell Co., KY (1941-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Harry Loyd Stinson, Casey Co., KY (1925-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jack Langham, 90, Liberty, KY (1926-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William Sandy Farlee, 68, Burkesville, KY (1949-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James Arthur Gumm, 73, Metcalfe County, KY (1944-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Danny Lawless, 74, Jamestown, KY (1943-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Victoria Gay (Vickie) Strader, Taylor County, KY (1961-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dorlis Mae Edwards White, Metcalfe County, KY (1943-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Betty Jane Tungate, 83, Campbellsville, KY (1939-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Cheryl Ann Stotts, 64, Columbia, KY (1958-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, David G. O'Banion, 80, Campbellsville, KY (1941-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Debra Kay (Debbie) Hadley, 60, Russell Springs, KY (1962-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Glen Dale Burton, 78, Columbia, KY (1947-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Joshua Doyle Simpson, Sr., 37, Campbellsville, KY (1985-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Michelle Finn, 58, Campbellsville, KY (1965-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sandi Durham, Hustonville, KY (1957-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Tommy Hunt, 76, Campbellsville, KY (1944-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William Thomas (Tommy) Winfrey, 89, Adair Co., KY (1933-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) |
 
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