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OCC 2025: Volunteers helping out in Atlanta

From Mark Fudge

A group of volunteers from Adair County recently traveled to the Samaritans purse Operation Christmas Child processing center in Atlanta, GA. The group has been busy this week processing OCC shoebox gifts. These boxes will be traveling to other countries to bless children over the world over the next few weeks. The group is made up primarily of individuals from the Columbia Baptist Church, but also has volunteers from other churches in the area as well.

The Atlanta processing center has already processed more than 1 million shoebox gifts, and hopes to reach 2 million shoeboxes by the end of next week. Nationwide at the eight processing centers across the United States Samaritans Purse hopes to process over 12 million shoebox gifts over the next few days.

An amazing statistic about the shoebox gifts in 2024 is that 27% of the recipients of shoebox gifts led to the gift of salvation for the children receiving their boxes. Not only do the children receive the wonderful gifts in each shoebox, but they also receive gospel materials written in their own language, which consist of a 12 week study of the gospel.

Columbia Baptist Church has had a group travel to the Atlanta processing center almost every year since 2016.


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2025-12-08 11:39:18 | Comments


Donald Hare is 2025 Firefighter of the Year


2025-12-08 - Columbia, KY - Photo from CACVFD.
News shared by the Columbia-Adair County Fire Department, "We would like to congratulate Donald Hare for being selected as this year’s firefighter of the year! Donald has been a member of this fire department for 25 years. He has been very dedicated to helping others throughout his career serving in many different roles in the fire department as he is currently serving as Board President. Thank you Donald for your dedication to your community & this fire department! Pictured from left are: Columbia Fire Chief Tyler Solum, Firefighter Donald Hare, Adair County Fire Chief Dennis Loy."


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Concert by Adair Schools Choirs Thursday at 6

From Keri Willis, NBCT, Adair County High School

The Adair County Schools Choirs will be performing a Christmas concert this Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 6pmCT at the Columbia United Methodist Church.

The event is free; however, guests are encouraged to make a donation of canned food to assist families in Adair County. Light refreshments will be provided by Title I.


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2025-12-08 10:20:53 | Comments | See topic Education

Current Local Conditions
Adair: 33 F
Casey: 31 · Cumberland: 35 · Green: 31
Metcalfe: 32 · Russell: 33 · Taylor: 31
Updated at 11:00am Monday, December 8, 2025
  High/Low: 41 F / 32 F
SLP: 1020.1
Wind: NNE at 2
Dewpoint: 30 F
Relative Humidity: 89.5%
Precipitation: 0.04 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


LWU spotlights undergrad work in Academic Celebration Week

By Duane Bonifer

The final week of classes of the 2025 fall semester at Lindsey Wilson University was a time to celebrate student research, artistic achievements and academic accomplishments.

Undergraduate students presented research projects from the disciplines of art, biology, chemistry, education and nursing, and the university's performing arts groups entertained the Columbia-Adair County community with a pair of Christmas productions as part of Academic Celebration Week, held December 1-7, 2025. Lindsey Wilson's 2025 winter commencement will be held at 10amCT and at 2pmCT on Saturday, December 13, 2025.

Throughout Academic Celebration Week, students presented their research all over campus, the Department of Theatre presented A Holiday Cabaret, and the Lindsey Wilson Band performed at a pair of community events.


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2025-12-08 08:55:37 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University


Apply now for 2026 Rogers Scholars and Rogers Explorers

The Center for Rural Development is accepting applications for the 2026 Rogers Scholars and Rogers Explorers summer youth leadership programs. Applications for both Rogers Scholars and Rogers Explorers must be submitted online by January 31, 2026, at www.centeryouthprograms.com.

Rogers Scholars (current 10th graders) provides valuable leadership skills and exclusive college scholarship opportunities for high school students to seize their potential as the region's next generation of leaders. Scholars spend one week on the campus of Lindsey Wilson University or Morehead State University.

Rogers Explorers (current 8th graders) focuses on leadership development, technology, teamwork, and career pathway exploration in STEM and other fields. Explorers spend three days and two nights on one of the following college campuses: Lindsey Wilson University, University of the Cumberlands, Eastern Kentucky University, Union Commonwealth University, University of Pikeville, or Morehead State University.

Eligible students must live within The Center's 45-county primary service area, which includes Adair, Casey, Cumberland, Green, Metcalfe, Russell, and Taylor Counties.

For more information, contact Amber Decker or Amy Ellis at 606-677-6000 or email youth@centertech.com.


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2025-12-07 21:25:27 | Comments | See topic Education

Events scheduled for today, December 8, 2025
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Mynor Chic discusses research with Karly Flynn


2025-12-08 - Columbia, KY - Photo courtesy Lindsey Wilson University.
Lindsey Wilson University student Mynor Chic '29 of Russell Springs, Kentucky, left, discusses his research on American abstract painter Mark Rothko with art instructor Karly Flynn in the Thomas D. Clark Reading room during Lindsey Wilson's 2025 fall semester Academic Celebration Week.


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Winners of Christmas in Columbia Parade 2025

Saturday night was a frosty 39 degrees for the 25th annual Christmas in Columbia parade. Cars and trucks lined Jamestown Street filling every parking space that faced the street as parade watchers hoped to watch the floats from the warmth of their vehicles as they waited for the parade to begin.

In-County Float winners, earning a first Place $300 & Plaque; second place $200 & Plaque; and third place - $100 & Plaque were: first place: Milltown Church Worship Team; second place: Columbia Church of Christ; third place: Free Union Separate Baptist Church; and fourth place: Freedom Separate Baptist Church.

Non-float prize winners: first place: Brigg's McFall; second place: Sneed Properties; and third place: Community Medical Services.


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2025-12-07 20:09:03 | Comments

Free Christmas meal at Breeding Church Dec 14

Breeding Church will be providing a Free Christmas Community Meal at 12:30pmCT Sunday, December 14, 2025. The church is located at 605 Breeding Loop, Breeding, KY.

On the menu will be ham, turkey and dressing, mashed Potatoes, green beans, rolls and desserts.


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2025-12-07 11:12:59 | Comments | See topic Church News

Adair Co. Arts Council to meet Dec 11

From Joyce Coomer

The Adair County Arts Council will meet at 5pmCT on Thursday, December 11, 2025, at the Adair County Chamber of Commerce Building, 201 Burkesville Street, Columbia, KY. Everyone is invited to attend.


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2025-12-06 20:25:42 | Comments | See topic Local Arts Scene

Natalie Jones presents research project


2025-12-08 - Columbia, KY - Photo courtesy Lindsey Wilson University.
Lindsey Wilson University student Natalie Jones '26 of Columbia discusses her research project, "Kindergarten Reading: Learning Letters, Learning Sounds." Jones presented her research in the Roberta D. Cranmer Dining & Conference Center during Lindsey Wilson's 2025 fall semester Academic Celebration Week.


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Christmas on the Square in Edmonton Sunday

By Kim Harwood, Executive Director
Edmonton Metcalfe Chamber of Commerce

Hometown Holiday on the Square around the historic Metcalfe County Courthouse in Edmonton begins at 1pmCT. Due to the uncertainty of the weather for this Sunday Christmas shopping from 1 - 4:30pmCT will have a slight change. The Local Artisan Courtyard Sales that were scheduled to be on the sidewalk will be moved inside the Government Center.

Reminder: Please be sure and sign your name on the back of your ticket and list a good contact number before putting the ticket in the drawing. The winners of the Metcalfe Money will be able to get their money as soon as the names are drawn and the money may be used at any participating chamber member business. The full list of events of the afternoon follow.


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2025-12-06 14:23:34 | Comments


Great Wooded South: Hot Box

Read on for the latest installment from Billy Joe's days as an aerial fire spotter. Click here for all the entries in the Great Wooded South series

By Billy Joe Fudge

Unless there were circumstances that dictated otherwise, my pilot and I would lift off around mid-morning each day. Since the day before was rather mundane and there was no overnight activity, on this particular day that is exactly what we did.

We made the first two-hour trip around the Great Wooded South with very little activity. It was a clear day with little haze and increasing winds and the little amount of haze allowed us to fly higher and see further than on hazy days. Those hazy days would cause us to fly a tighter grid because the sight distance was so short. Consequently it would take longer to cover the district than two hours.

On this day, we were on our second trip around when we saw a smoke probably fifteen miles off the nose of the plane. Because of the good visibility, I knew the smoke was near the Junction City/Moreland area. I alerted the Boyle County Ranger about the smoke so he could be prepared to travel once we located the fire.

Then, as we were approaching the area, another smoke appeared south of the first smoke.


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2025-12-05 14:21:33 | Comments | See topic Great Wooded South by Billy Joe Fudge

Carol Perkins: Equalizing Christmas

Previous Column: A Mad Fit

By Carol Perkins

Keeping Christmas equal is a nightmare.

"How many boxes did you wrap for Teddy? Is it the same as for Sue?"

Equalizing ends up costing far more than expected because when the dollars don't add up favorably, what happens? Grandma (or Mama) buys another gift for Teddy, and when that gift costs more than the one for Susie, she dashes to Walmart. Leveling Christmas is exhausting.

Counting boxes brings another complication. One year I spent almost to the penny on the kids. However, one had more boxes than the other, and that wouldn't "do."

I added another box, which meant I spent more money on one than the other.

Guy had to explain that the room was only so big, and if I kept buying, Santa wouldn't get down the chimney.


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2025-12-05 10:14:29 | Comments | See topic Carol Perkins


Thank you from family of Bobbie Sue Hadley

The family of Bobbie Sue Hadley would like to send thanks and express our sincere appreciation for the many prayers, acts of kindness, love and support following our recent loss and also like to thank the employees of Summit Manor in Columbia.

Thanks to Bro Darrell Karnes , Jeff Jessie and the staff at Stotts Phelps , McQueary funeral home for the beautiful service.

The family of Bobble Sue ( Bunch ) Hadley


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2025-12-04 21:25:24 | Comments | See topic Obituaries

Freedom Separate Baptist wins fourth place


2025-12-07 - Columbia, KY - Photo by Linda Waggener, ColumbiaMagazine.com.
Freedom Separate Baptist Church won fourth place in the 2025 Christmas in Columbia parade Saturday night.


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J.O.Y. Ministries Annual Campaign Underway!

Donate today at Joy-ministries.org

From Hannah Peck

The J.O.Y. Ministries Annual Christmas Campaign will be held throughout the month of December. This year's J.O.Y. Campaign needs to raise $65,000.

J.O.Y. works diligently to serve those in the Columbia community who are impacted by poverty, single parenthood, homelessness and addiction. All monies raised during this campaign directly support this ministry!

J.O.Y. has conducted their need-meeting ministry for over 10 years and each year they have been able to extend their reach. J.O.Y. continues the operation of the Crisis Resource Center which acts as an easily-accessible location for clothing and food provisions, utility/rent assistance, references to community resources and access to shelter for those in need. Additionally, J.O.Y. operates Callys House and Ruths Place.These units serve as emergency transitional housing for men, women and children facing homelessness.


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2025-12-04 14:57:02 | Comments

Homemakers enjoy making holiday wreaths

From Shannon Steveson

Adair County Homemakers have been busy making holiday wreaths today, Thursday, December 4, 2025, at the Adair Co. Extension Office. Volunteers Sharon Harris and Betty Knifley have helped homemakers create their own holiday wreaths with live greenery and decorations.

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2025-12-04 14:43:56 | Comments | See topic Adair Co. Extension Service

Birthdays and Anniversaries for December 8
Happy Anniversary, Loy and Rita Coomer | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Sharon and Steve Stotts | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Troy and Beth Kimbler (1995) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Christa Celeste Bardin (2001) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Grayson Lee (2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Hayley Elizabeth Coffey (2005) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jaclyn Smith | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jo Schorman (1958) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Kelly Holland (1968) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Lynda Wilkerson | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Marcy McCanmmish | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Nona M. Hadley (1922) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Phillip Franklin (1972) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Red Burris | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Talyn Wheeler | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Tamara Keen | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Tevin Harvey (2004) | (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.

Boil Water Advisory lifted

From Columbia/Adair Utilities District
December 4, 2025

As of 12:38 pm on December 4, 2025 the boil water advisory for consumers on Cedar Grove Road and all side roads-Roy Garrison Road, Brockman Keltner Road, Dwight Meyer Road, and Dick Grant Road 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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2025-12-04 14:25:53 | Comments

Jane Montgomery Casey: From Columbia to Irish Grove, IL

John Stuekerjuergen, a historian originally from West Point, Iowa, shared this series with Columbia Magazine at the suggestion of the late, great Phil Hanna. The recent announcement of the Phil Hanna Cultural Affairs Series at Lindsey Wilson seemed to make it a good week to publish Phil's last recommendation to CM.

Part 3 (Final in a Series): How Did This Great Grandmother of Mark Twain Reach West Point, Iowa?

By John Stuekerjuergen

Circa 1830, Jane Montgomery Casey and at least two of her adult children moved from Columbia, Kentucky (population 423) to Irish Grove, Illinois. That was 25 miles north of Springfield. The Caseys were accompanied by a large group of relatives (Stotts, Creels, Pattersons, Walkers, Taylors, Paxtons, etc.).

This extended family had been firmly entrenched in Kentucky, achieving success and respect as pioneers. The decision to move must have been difficult. A local Kentucky historian speculates that it may have reflected the family's growing distaste for slavery. It is also possible the family wanted to conquer a new frontier.

Although Illinois had been a state since 1818, much of its western portion was sparsely populated. Settlers had to stake out their land claims and build their own homes. By this time, Jane was almost 70 years old, and had to rely on her family for shelter, clothing, and food. As was the case in Kentucky, Jane embraced her religion and her church more closely as she aged. She became one of the original 20 members of the North Sangamon Presbyterian Church in 1832.


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2025-12-04 10:22:04 | Comments

Free Union Separate Baptist wins third place


2025-12-07 - Columbia, KY - Photo by Linda Waggener, ColumbiaMagazine.com.
The Christmas in Columbia parade 2025 third place prize went to Free Union Separate Baptist Church.


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13 LWU students inducted into Lambda Pi Eta Honor Society

By Duane Bonifer

The academic accomplishments of 13 Lindsey Wilson University students in the discipline of communication were celebrated Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at the university's chapter of Lambda Pi Eta.

The following 13 students were inducted into the LWU Xi Psi chapter of Lambda Pi Eta, the National Communication Association's official honor society at four-year colleges and universities:

  • Emily Cox '27 of London
  • Lindsay Cox '26 of London
  • Ta'Shya Cramer '27 of Louisville
  • Noah Elkhiyari '26 of Peachtree Corners, GA
  • Kyra Engel '26 of Langgons, Germany
  • Mine Iscen '26 of Ankara, Turkey
  • Grace Lowther '27 of Elizabethtown
  • Sethaniel Ousley '26 of Lancaster
  • Camryn Reece '26 of Knob Lick
  • Makayla Wasson '26 of Columbia
  • Mattie Willis '26 of Columbia
  • Natalie Wilison '27 of Somerset
  • Megan Whitson '26 of East Bernstadt
At the December 3 induction ceremony, held in the J.L. Turner Leadership Center, keynote speaker Makayla Wright '24 of Campbellsville, Kentucky, reminded the inductees and current chapter members that their course of study "is truly a cornerstone and building block of everything."

"It is such an interesting field because we are intertwined with everything," said Wright, who is a part-time instructor in LWU's communication program.

Wright, who was inducted into Lambda Pi Eta when she was a Lindsey Wilson undergraduate, also told the students that communication can reveal a great deal about a person.

"It is essentially who we are, not only psychologically, but sociologically as well," she said.


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2025-12-04 10:13:11 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University

Dec 11 is National Wreaths Across America Day

From James Hensley

Frankfort, KY - The Kentucky Department of Veterans Affairs (KDVA) is hosting a wreath laying ceremony on December 11, 2025, at the Kentucky Statehouse, Old Capital Building, 300 West Broadway, Frankfort, KY.

There will be a wreath laid for each branch of service and POW/MIA. Governor Beshear will be the keynote speaker. The event will start at 10amET and run until approximately 11amET.


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2025-12-04 10:07:22 | Comments | See topic Veterans and Veterans Day

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
Margarita Mondays!

Monday Special: Burrito Deluxe Two chicken & bean burritos topped with lettuce, tomato & sour cream. $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


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.

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 December 8, 2025:
Breakfast: Breakfast tornado
Lunch: Grilled cheese sandwich or corn dog, sidewinder fries, broccoli with cheese, mandarin orange cup, fresh fruit options

ACMS and ACHS menu for December 8, 2025:
Breakfast: Breakfast tornado
Lunch: Corn dog, sidewinder fries, broccoli with cheese, mandarin orange cup, 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 Monday, December 8, 2025:
BBQ pulled pork, tater tots, broccoli and cheese, fruit, bun, milk



Carol Perkins receives 2025 Coleman Award

From Kim Harwood, Executive Director
Edmonton Metcalfe Chamber of Commerce

Chamber President Daniel Bragg had the honor of introducing Mr. Herb Sparks, local attorney and historian, as the Presenter for The Jim C. Coleman award. The recipient was honored at the Edmonton Metcalfe Chamber of Commerce Christmas Banquet on Monday, November 24, 2025, at the Old School Gym in Edmonton, KY.

Herb Sparks had no problem sharing stories and introducing this year's recipient. He told the crowd he could talk for hours but decided to pare down his speech a bit as he announced Mrs. Carol Perkins as the 2025 Coleman recipient.

Surprise and maybe shock was on the beautiful face of the stunned educator, author, radio personality, wife, mother, and friend.


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2025-12-04 09:46:51 | Comments

Homeplace needs YOUR Help


Homeplace urgently needs more financial support from individuals and businesses. You can help ensure Homeplace remains a vital space in our community for the generations to come by becoming a member today.

From Lyn Stanton, Program Director
Homeplace on Green River

Dear Friends,

Homeplace on Green River is many things to many people. For some who still remember, it's the old Hall Family Farm; for others, it's a place to come take fall family photos. Others may know us just for our Spring Plow Day and Fall Heritage Festivals.

Still others know us from our kids' programs like Camp ROAM or school field trips. And for dozens of couples, it's the place where they said "I do" to the love of their lives and where their family's story began. Many folks know of Homeplace, but most don't know how Homeplace came to be, or how we are managed.

When the last family to own this land decided the time had come to sell, they believed it was important for all 227 acres to be preserved and protected. They wanted to be certain that this fertile land, which has nourished countless bodies with its harvest for decades, and the buildings and barns that have stood for generations, would not be turned into a housing development or industrial park. So, through the efforts of a visionary group of volunteers who formed the first Board of Directors, aided by the Nature Conservancy and the Kentucky State Senate, Homeplace on Green River was reborn in 2001.

Now a nonprofit organization here to serve our community, we are charged with the awesome task of caring for this beautiful land. Of keeping a historic home built in 1802, a gorgeous hay barn built in the 1860s, an iconic tobacco barn from the 1940s, and other structures from falling victim to the ravages of entropy and time.


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2025-12-04 09:41:09 | Comments | See topic Homeplace on Green River

Columbia Church of Christ float takes second place


2025-12-07 - Columbia, KY - Photo by Linda Waggener, ColumbiaMagazine.com.
It was cold enough for snow but the only flakes came from the Columbia Church of Christ float in Saturday's Christmas in Columbia parade.


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Lindsey Wilson community celebrates Christmas season

By Duane Bonifer

The Christmas season unofficially opened at Lindsey Wilson University on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, as one event celebrated the meaning of the season while another prepared to serve the community a big helping of holiday cheer.

At the final weekly chapel service of the 2025 fall semester, held Wednesday morning in the John B. Begley Chapel, Lindsey Wilson Chaplain the Rev. Tyler Brumfield led the community in "Scriptures & Songs of Christmas."

In addition Brumfield's thoughtful and uplifting homily about the Christmas season, the service included scripture readings by LWU students, as well as performances of seasonal and sacred pieces by the Lindsey Wilson Handbell Choir, under the direction of musical professor Gerald Chafin, and the Lindsey Wilson Singers, under the direction of music professor and Director of Choral Activities Jennifer Bersaglia.

Then on Wednesday evening, the cast of Holiday Cabaret held its final rehearsal before preparing to stage three public productions: 7pmCT Thursday, December 4, and Friday, December 5, 2025, and 2pmCT on Sunday, December 7, 2025. Admission to the 70-minute review of Christmas music by the LWU Department of Theatre is a canned food item. The show features performances by LWU students, LWU employees and area residents. It is directed by graduate assistant Kassidy Phelps '24, who also appears in several musical numbers.


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2025-12-04 09:28:29 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University


Remembrances for December 8
In Memory Birthday, Orphra Hreha, 88, Casey County, KY (1928-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, William Eudean Workman, Greensburg, KY (1926-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ella J. Holmes, Campbellsville, KY (1931-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Leslie Brown (Red) Thrasher, Burkesville, KY (1939-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Charles Thomas (Tom) Milby, Campbellsville, KY (1942-2020) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, James Robert AtkinsonTaylor Co., KY (1966) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Susan Grant, Adair Co., KY (1964) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Delma Lee McQueary, Russell Co., KY (1921) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bonnie Sue Gaffron, Adair County, KY (1950) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Vaughan Sharp, Taylor County, KY (1937-2012) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Charlene Dowell Dunbar, Russell County, KY (1947) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Boyce W. Pickett, Green County, KY (1921-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bro. Sam Burris, Adair Co., KY (1950-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Betty D. Lewis, Summersville, KY (1935-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Eli Parrigin, Columbia, KY (1947-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Billy Tupman, 79, Russell County, KY (1934-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Willie (Billy) Brewington, Cumbeland Co., KY (1938-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, David Alan (Jigger) Ray, Green Co., KY (1960-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Alva Reeder Lofton, 82, Russell County, KY | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Fred (Freddie) Luttrell, Casey County, KY (1943-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Lisa G. Edwards, Taylor Co., KY (1963-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mr. Jason Eli (Jay) Johnson, Campbellsville, KY (1974-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, George Wallace Shirley, Metcalfe Co., KY (1946-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Drama (LaVerne) McGinnis Davenport, Casey County, Kentucky (1932-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bro. Bobby Clark, Bethelridge, Casey County, KY (1943-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Johnnie Brenda Finley Harlan, 74, Burkesville, KY (1943-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Leon Johnson , 67, Taylor County, KY (1950-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Cheryl Jones Powell, 53, Albany, KY (1967-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Dr. William R. (Randy) Davenport, 95, Campbellsville, KY (1925-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Dwayne T. Coomer, Russell Co., KY, Adair Co. KY native (1964-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Hollis E. Kerns, 80, Columbia, KY (1944-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Janet Wood, 65, Adair Co., KY native (1955-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Margie Breeding Coomer, 98, Columbia, KY (1924-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Rhonda Lee Turner, 71, Cave City, KY (1949-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Sherlene Rooks, 72, Columbia, KY (1949-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Shirley Patterson Underwood, 73, Campbellsville, KY (1949-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Shirley T. Burton, 81, Columbia, KY (1939-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)

 































 
 
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