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Basketball: Indians in 20th District Championship game

By Trey Stephens, Staff Writer

On Friday, the Adair County Indians Boys Varsity Basketball team will face the Taylor County Cardinals (22-9) at Campbellsville High School with a 20th District Championship on the line.

This will be the fourth time the Indians have faced the Cardinals this season, and the fourth different court they have done so on. Adair County defeating Taylor County at home and at Marion County, before losing to them on the road. Adair County is also no stranger to facing Taylor County in the 20th District Final--the past three 20th District Championship games featured these two teams.

When you have already played a team three times in one season there is not much analysis left to be done. Both teams played relatively tight first round games with Taylor getting by Campbellsville 60-49, and Adair bagging a six-point win over Marion. The game tonight will be about who can come on to a neutral floor and execute the best. Adair County was able to do that against Taylor County on January 10 in Lebanon, and they have it in them to do so again.

The game gets underway at 6pmCT on Friday, February 27, 2026, at Paul Coop Gymnasium on the campus of Campbellsville High School, 230 West Main, Campbellsville, KY. Tickets are available at hometownticketing.com. Be there and be loud!


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2026-02-27 13:29:58 | Comments | See topic Sports


Travel: Mesquite Flat Sand Dunes (1 of 2)


2026-02-27 - Death Valley National Park - Photo by Robert Ellis, robertelliswoodworking.com.
Robert writes, "Day two of Death Valley. Finishing up exploring the surprise gem, ghost town Rhyolite, we finally made our way into the second entrance of the Death Valley National Park. First on the list would be to visit one of the five sand dunes. Mesquite Flats is the most popular due to the ease of getting there. Since we weren't traveling in a proper off-road vehicle, the others weren't considered. Something about sand dunes seem to bring out the kid in you... (wait for photo #2 of the dunes)

From a photography standpoint, the dunes are very popular, and you have to be willing to hike a good ways to eliminate any footprints in the photo; after a about a half mile I decided this is the spot I liked the most, foot prints or not. I loved the dunes!"


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Columbia City Council to meet Mar 2

From Woody Sharpe, CMC
City Clerk/Treasurer

The Columbia City Council will meet in regular session at 5pmCT on Monday, March 2, 2026, in City Hall, 116 Campbellsville Street, Columbia, KY.

In addition to regular business, items on the agenda include the second reading of an ordinance affecting zoning at 601/603 Jamestown Street, first reading of an amendment to the ordinance governing Mayoral compensation, and the adoption of a "Statement of Goals and Objectives" for the Columbia Comprehensive Plan.

Meeting Agenda:


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2026-02-27 13:23:07 | Comments | See topic Local Government

Current Local Conditions
Adair: 61 F
Casey: 61 · Cumberland: 64 · Green: 61
Metcalfe: 62 · Russell: 62 · Taylor: 61
Updated at 3:30pm Friday, February 27, 2026
  High/Low: 62 F / 30 F
SLP: 1013.9
Wind: W at 1
Dewpoint: 34 F
Relative Humidity: 35.94%
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


Mugisha Constance wins 2026 Edition of Lindsey Idol

By Duane Bonifer

Freshman Mugisha Constance won the 2026 "Lindsey Idol" by performing in front of three lively near-capacity audiences in Lindsey Wilson University's Norma and Glen Hodge Center for Discipleship.

She prepared for her big moment on the musical stage, however, by relying on the power from the solitude she found in the sanctuary of the university's John B. Begley Chapel.

Constance, a psychology and human services and counseling double major from Louisville, Kentucky, was voted the winner of the 22nd "Lindsey Idol" on Thursday, Feb. 26.

Freshman Lara Moraes Lima Dorea of Salvador, Brazil, placed second and senior Gage Carnes of Jamestown, Kentucky, finished third. The other two finalists in the contest sponsored by the Lindsey Wilson Student Government Association were freshman Kamilah Nana and senior Sabrina Ruiz, both of Louisville.


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2026-02-27 12:49:10 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University


2026-2027 Kentucky fishing and hunting licenses available

From Lisa Jackson

Frankfort, KY - The 2026-2027 Kentucky license year for fishing, hunting, boating and more begins on Sunday, March 1, 2026. Outdoor enthusiasts are able to purchase all the licenses, tags and permits they need to enjoy Kentucky's outdoors through the end of February 2027.

Licenses and permits are sold online through the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resource's License Sales portal and the My Profile app, both searchable on the department's website at fw.ky.gov. Licenses and permits also are sold at agent locations across the state. A list of license agent locations by county is available on the department's website. Adair County locations are:
  • Holmes Bend Boat Dock, 5380 Holmes Bend Rd, Columbia, KY (270) 384-4425
  • Doc's Market, 2938 Campbellsville Road, Columbia, KY (270) 380-1080
  • Wal-Mart #0569, 2988 Burkesville Rd., Columbia, KY (270) 384-4745
The 2026-2027 license and permit fees will remain the same as the current license year ending Saturday, February 28, 2026. License and permit fees for the 2025-2026 license year were increased slightly across the board in January 2026 following a new, inflation-based pricing system measured on the Consumer Price Index (CPI), the national measure of inflation calculated by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The Federal Duck Stamp and application fees were exempt from CPI adjustments.


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2026-02-27 12:44:23 | Comments | See topic Ky Afield Outdoors


Events scheduled for today, February 27, 2026
All events are listed in Central Time. | Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
9:30amCTRed Cross Blood Drive at CU (ID:70349 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
1:00pmCTServices for Charles W. (Chuck) Rogers, 73, Columbia, KY (1952-2026) (ID:70348 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
6:00pmCTBasketball: Indians vs Taylor County at CHS (ID:70355 | 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.

Rowe and Neat return to Read Across Adair County


2026-02-27 - Columbia, KY - Photo courtesy Lindsey Wilson University.
Lindsey Wilson University students Hailey Rowe '29, left, and Kaylei Neat '29, both of Columbia, attended Read Across Adair County as first-grade students at Adair County Primary Center.

On Thursday, February 26, 2026, they helped serve students and their family members who attended the 2026 edition of the annual event. Rowe handed out pencils and trinkets to children and their family members, and Neat distributed complimentary candy.


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Basketball: Indians defeat Marion Co. 82-76

By Trey Stephens, Staff Writer

On Wednesday, February 25, 2026, the Adair County Indians Boys Varsity Basketball team defeated the Marion County Knights 82-76 in the first round of the 20th District Tournament at Campbellsville High School.

The Indians were spurred on by Dawson Gilbert, who posted a massive 34 points to lead the team. He was followed by Landon Blakey with 19, John Shehan with 17, and Tylin George with 10. Blakey posted a double-double, leading the rebounding with a remarkable 18. He was followed by Shehan with six, and Gilbert and George pulled down five each. The team shot 51% from the floor, but just 15% from three point range.

The Tribe will look to shoot the ball from beyond the arc better as they face the Taylor County Cardinals (22-9) in the 20th District Final on Friday back at Campbellsville High School. The Indians are now officially dancing on to the region, but they can help out their chances for a better draw with a win on Friday.


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2026-02-27 09:57:02 | Comments | See topic Sports

LWU students help celebrate Read Across Adair County

By Duane Bonifer

Kaylei Neat and Hailey Rowe remember what it was like to be first-graders who were enchanted and entertained when Lindsey Wilson University students visited Adair County schools to celebrate Read Across Adair County.

This year, the Lindsey Wilson freshmen from Columbia helped more than 300 visitors to Adair County Primary School enjoy the 24th edition of the celebration of reading, which was held Thursday, February 26, 2026.

"I remember being with my parents and walking around, and it seemed so big," said Rowe, who is an elementary education major. "It's a little weird walking around as an adult and being some of 'those people.'"

Rowe handed out pencils and trinkets to children and their family members, while Neat distributed complimentary candy.

The two were among more than 50 Lindsey Wilson students who helped at this year's event, which has become a big one for Adair County Primary Center and Adair County Elementary School.


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2026-02-27 09:07:06 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University

Gov. Beshear announces $1M approval for Green River Commerce Park building

From Scottie Ellis/Brandon Mattingly

Frankfort, KY - On Thursday, February 26, 2026, Gov. Andy Beshear announced further investment toward the state's sites and building portfolio as 12 projects in 12 counties were approved for $13.5 million in state funding. These investments will improve Kentucky's available sites and position communities for future investment and job creation.

The Adair County Fiscal Court on behalf of the Columbia-Adair County Economic Development Authority is seeking to construct a 40,000-square-foot speculative building within its Green River Commerce Park. The nearly $2 million project was approved for just under $1 million in state funding.

"The investment we make now in our speed-to-market initiatives leads to future economic growth and job creation for our communities," said Gov. Beshear. "Kentucky's long-term economic success is fueled by the growth of our site and building development programs, and this groundwork further establishes the commonwealth as one of the most business-friendly states for prospective companies. I want to congratulate these 12 communities on today's approvals and look forward to seeing the future business they attract."

The Kentucky Product Development Initiative, or KPDI, provides funding for local communities to boost investment in site and building upgrades to support future, well-paying jobs and economic growth across the commonwealth. This month's approvals include projects that will receive funding through the KPDI Program of 2024, as well as projects that will benefit from recaptured funds tied to the KPDI Program of 2022.


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2026-02-26 15:49:41 | Comments | See topic Local Government


Deklynn Coe with Blue Raider Bob


2026-02-27 - Columbia, KY - Photo courtesy Lindsey Wilson University.
Lindsey Wilson University mascot Blue Raider Bob poses with pre-school student Deklynn Coe, 5, of Columbia during Read Across Adair County on Thursday, February 26, 2026, at Adair County Primary Center. Deklynn attended the event with his mother, White Rodgers Coe, who is a 2014 Lindsey Wilson alumna.


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Inspire future Adair Co leaders with Ag Tags

By Tony Rose
County Extension Agent for 4-H Youth Development

In 2025, Adair County raised $1,493.00 through the Ag Tag Voluntary Donation program for the Adair County 4-H and FFA programs. That's money that goes directly to Kentucky 4-H, Kentucky FFA, and Kentucky Proud to support our agriculture community (and its future) here locally and across the Commonwealth.

Agriculture is vital to the livelihood of every Kentuckian, and it is through programs like Kentucky 4-H and Kentucky FFA that we continue to instill these values in youth. Each simple $10 donation made when renewing an Ag Tag culminates to have a major impact on the youth of Adair County.


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2026-02-26 15:33:38 | Comments | See topic Adair Co. Extension Service


Carol Perkins: Austin (The End)

Previous Column: Austin, part 3

By Carol Perkins

The cruise was over, and the seventeen-hour trip home loomed ahead.

"Can we skip Houston?" Guy asked, remembering the traffic.

I called Jon. "Dad said you said we didn't have to go through Houston."

Jon explained the bypass route, but we still had to go through parts of Houston. We took his route and went miles around the city to avoid the city.


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2026-02-26 15:20:30 | Comments | See topic Carol Perkins


MCHS Class of 1966 reunion in planning stage

The Metcalfe County High School Class of 1966 is planning a summer reunion in Edmonton at The Old School Cafe (our former lunch room).

Outreach efforts have begun. Anyone who would like to help search for and make contacts to former classmates is invited to text or call Linda Marcum Waggener at 270-403-0017.


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2026-02-26 14:11:17 | Comments | See topic Education


ACPC Comfort Cubs Teddy Bear Drive through March 6

From Laura Marcum

ACPC is currently having a Teddy Bear Drive to give students the opportunity to give back to the community. The teddy bears collected will be distributed to various emergency and first responders and the Children's Advocacy Center. This project is led by Preston Parks, who is currently a student teacher at ACPC.

Small teddy bears help our first responders comfort kids in tough moments. When police, firefighters, or paramedics arrive at an accident, fire, or scary call, they'll have a soft teddy ready to hand to any little one who's frightened. It's a tiny hug that says, "You're safe now."

How you can help:
  • Donate a small, clean teddy bear (new or gently-used)
  • Size: fits in a child's hand (no bigger than 6-8 inches)
  • Must be safe: no buttons, beads, or loose bits
Drop-off donations in the special bin in the front lobby at Adair County Primary Center, 158 Col. Casey Dr, Columbia, KY, by Friday, March 6, 2026. A special pizza party goes to the class that brings in the most bears, so please indicate on the bear whose class to give credit for the donation.

Questions? Call Preston Parks at 270-421-5333 or send an email to Heather Dudley at heather.dudley@adair.kyschools.us


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2026-02-26 11:06:39 | Comments | See topic Education


Lakyn Stearns and Winston Mackenzie


2026-02-27 - Columbia, KY - Photo courtesy Lindsey Wilson University.
Lindsey Wilson University student Lakyn Stearns '26 of Columbia paints a tiger design on the forehead of kindergartener Winston Mackenzie, 6, of Columbia, during Read Across Adair County on Thursday, February 26, 2026, at Adair County Primary Center.


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New KY Friends of Agriculture license plate available

From Madison Pergrem Cannon

Frankfort, KY - Kentucky drivers can show their appreciation for the state's agriculture community with a new license plate. The "Friends of Agriculture" special license plate is now available for all vehicles, Commissioner of Agriculture Jonathan Shell has announced.

"Kentucky is beautiful, and Kentucky agriculture is a special way of life for many," Commissioner Shell said. "This new plate allows everyone to showcase their appreciation for farming and all it brings to this state and community. It's a simple way to show your pride and enthusiasm for the agricultural lifestyle."

The new plate was made possible after House Bill 157 (HB 157), which was sponsored by Reps. Ken Upchurch, Adam Moore, and Mitch Whitaker, passed during the 2025 legislative session. HB 157 expands the eligibility for an agriculture special license plate. Before its passage the previous agricultural special license plate was only applicable for those with a qualified farm vehicle.


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2026-02-26 10:57:37 | Comments | See topic Farm and Garden

Learn about local basketball history in March at AHGRC

From Mike Watson

The Vintage Valentine Display at the Adair History & Genealogy Research Center was a big hit for patrons and visitors during the month of February. If you didn't see it, come soon, as it will come down before March.

March is National Irish-American Heritage Month, so come by to research your Irish ancestors. We have a few print resources and we have Library Ancestry.com that is available everyday.

March is Women's History Month! Honor your Mothers by researching the female ancestral lines in your family. Also consider joining Daughters of the American Revolution in this 250 anniversary year. More information available here.

March is also the central month for basketball! Come see our display on local basketball history.

The Adair County Genealogy and History Research Center is located next door to the Adair County Public Library, at 307 Greensburg Street, Columbia, KY. It is open weekdays from 9amCT to 5pmCT, and on Saturdays from 8amCT to NoonCT.


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2026-02-26 10:42:46 | Comments


Birthdays and Anniversaries for February 27
Happy Anniversary, Joey and Desiree Keith | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Austin Long (1996) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Billy Willis | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Brandon Thompson | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Callum Darnell (2009) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Della Shaw Hare | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Diana Powell (1949) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jaxton Chase Burton (2011) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Krystal Redmon | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Marvin Phelps | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Mitchell McKinley | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Rita Partin | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Roger Dean Smith (1969) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Sherry Cook | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Steve "Shank" Shanklin | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Sulayne Ann Grider | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Susie McAlpine | (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 to treat audiences to a Grand Night of Singing

By Duane Bonifer

For lovers of musical theatre, Lindsey Wilson University's V.P. Henry Auditorium will be the place to be at the end of March.

The Lindsey Wilson University Department of Theatre will present A Grand Night for Singing at 7pmCT on March 26-27, 2026, and at 2pmCT on March 29, 2026, in V.P. Henry Auditorium. To purchase tickets, go to www.lindsey.edu/theatre or contact the Lindsey Wilson Theatre Department at theatre@lindsey.edu or 270-384-8044.

The musical review will span seven decades of the musical stage -- from Cole Porter's Anything Goes of 1934 to Stephen Schwartz's Wicked of 2003.


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2026-02-25 19:40:16 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University


Blood Drive at CU on Feb 27

There will be a Red Cross Blood Drive from 9:30amCT to 2:30pmCT on Friday, February 27, 2026, at Campbellsville University, 1 University Dr., Campbellsville, KY. To make an appointment, visit redcrossblood.org.

At age 16-17 depending on state, individuals in generally good health who meet weight and height requirements may become eligible to donate blood. Please review our eligibility requirements as some states require parental consent. When donating, bring your Red Cross blood donor card or other form of ID.

Blood drive locations and hours are subject to change. Visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).


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2026-02-25 19:35:20 | Comments | See topic Campbellsville University



Register/Verify registration at: GOVOTEKY
Registration Deadline is April 20, 2026, at 4pm.


Birds of Kentucky: Starling


2026-02-26 - Central Kentucky - Photo by Pen.
A European Starling on a fencepost enjoying some late-February sunshine.


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Basketball: Indians open postseason against Marion Co.

By Trey Stephens, Staff Writer

On Wednesday, the Adair County Indians Boys Varsity Basketball team will open the postseason as they face the Marion County Knights (16-11) at Campbellsville High School.

The two teams have faced twice already this season, with the Tribe winning 70-56 on the road and 77-76 at home. But as they say, it is hard to beat a team three times, the Indians will hope that does not hold true for tonight.

The Tribe could benefit greatly from a big home crowd, so make your way north tonight to cheer on your Indians. Tip off is at 6pmCT on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, in Paul J Coop Gymnasium at Campbellsville High School, 230 West Main, Campbellsville, KY.

Tickets are $9, and can be purchased online at hometownticketing.com.


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2026-02-25 13:35:10 | Comments | See topic Sports

ACSO: Columbia man arrested for terroristic threatening

From Sheriff Gary Roy
Adair County Sheriff's Office

On Monday, February 23, 2026, at approximately 4pmCT, the Adair County Sheriff's Office responded to 165 Lakeview Drive, to a report of a man brandishing a machete and making threats.

Upon deputies' arrival and approach to the residence, a male subject jumped from a window. The male ignored commands to stop and fled into a wooded area. Deputies began a line search, and were able to locate the male hiding in a creek in the woods.

After a preliminary investigation the male was identified and taken into custody.


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2026-02-25 13:31:03 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports

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.
On the hot bar today, Friday, February 27, 2026:
Catfish, Tenderloin, Country Ham, Meatloaf, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Corn, Mac and Cheese, Pinto Beans, Fried Apples, Broccoli Casserole, Cooked Cabbage, Breaded Squash, 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
Friday Special: Enchiladas Verdes, $8.50

Appetizers & Salads, Combination Dinners, Vegetarian Combinations, Especial of the House Grill, Especial Seafood, Especial Steak, A La Carte Orders, Side Orders, Kids Menu, Desserts and Beverages. Call in orders are welcome!

Special: Pollo Fiesta A whole chicken breast filled with bacon and cheese, and covered with cheese dip. Comes with rice, beans, salad and tortillas.


A Reminder - Make this Friday the day to Experience the Fantastic FRIED FISH available every day from our menu. Many like it even better grilled. Ask your server.

--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


Happy Hawg BBQ
114 Jamestown Street, Columbia, KY. 270-585-4671. Open from 10:30amCT to 5pmCT Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. Mastercard, Visa, and Discover accepted.
Friday Special: Louisiana Shrimp Boil $15.00.
We'll also have crawfish, crab legs and lobster tail available at an extra charge.


Happy Hawg BBQ is open again on Jamestown Street with shoulder, brisket, chicken, smoked bologna, and ribeye steaks, plus burgers and hotdogs, cold cut sandwiches, fries, nachos, appetizers, homemade sides, ice cream cups, Italian Ice cups, and more!
Randy Young, owner


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 February 27, 2026:
Breakfast: Cinnamon roll
Lunch: Pizza calzone or French bread pizza, garden salad, corn on the cob, fudge bar, fresh fruit options

ACMS and ACHS menu for February 27, 2026:
Breakfast: Cinnamon roll
Lunch: French bread pizza, garden salad, corn on the cob, fudge bar, 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 Friday, February 27, 2026:
Spaghetti and meatballs, tossed salad, Italian dressing, fruit, breadstick, milk



First Annual Chili Cook Off to be held at Barnett's Creek

Barnett's Creek Community Church is seeking 20 talented cooks to be contestants in their first ever Annual Chili Cook Off, scheduled to start at 3pmCT on Saturday, March 14, 2026.

The participation fee is just $10, and there will be prizes for the top three winners, with a charity auction to follow the judging.

For more information, or to sign up as a contestant, contact Tonya at 704-239-4642. Barnett's Creek Community Church is located at 1338 Barnett's Creek Ch. Rd., Columbia, KY.


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2026-02-25 10:08:39 | Comments | See topic Church News

LWU students in distinguished Capitol Hill internship program

By Duane Bonifer

Two Lindsey Wilson University students have clearer pictures about their professional futures, thanks to a recent internship in Washington, D.C. Carlee Drury '27 of Providence, Kentucky, and Jager Ferguson '26 of Chatham, Illinois, spent the 2025 fall semester in the Capitol Hill Internship Program, where they took classes and served as interns.

Lindsey Wilson is one of eight U.S. colleges and universities who are members of the distinguished internship program, in which students live near Capitol Hill while interning in government or non-government offices and take part in seminars that enrich their internship experience. CHIP is open to students from all majors and career plans.


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2026-02-25 10:00:21 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University

Carol and Guy on their recent trip


2026-02-26 - Chichen Itza, Mexico - Photo courtesy Carol Perkins.
Carol and Guy Perkins visited family in Austin, Texas, before leaving for a cruise. They arrived home tired and done with travel. That feeling lasted for several days.

Carol says, "By the end of January, we had another trip planned. Our ship leaves in April."

Find more about their adventures in Austin and beyond by clicking 'read more'.


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Kentucky stops skid, handles business at South Carolina

By Ryan Hoots
Sports Director, UntdWeStnd.com

Columbia, SC - Nobody is going to rewatch this one for fun. Kentucky's 72-63 win at South Carolina felt like eating plain toast after a bout with Covid. It gets the job done. Nobody's bragging about it later.

You know what? Good.

After three straight losses, this team didn't need pretty. It needed steady. It needed something that felt controlled instead of chaotic. Columbia gave them 40 minutes of mud and Kentucky finally decided to stop trying to eat it.

The offense wasn't smooth. There were possessions that looked like five guys meeting for the first time in Basketball 101. Shots came off awkward. Timing felt late. At times it was hard to tell if the lid was on the rim or if both teams just collectively forgot the idea of the game is to actually throw the ball "in" the hoop.


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2026-02-25 09:56:27 | Comments | See topic Sports


Remembrances for February 27
In Memory Birthday, Kenneth Sherrell Stephens, Liberty, KY (1960-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, LaTonya Popplewell Scaggs, Russell Springs, KY (1976-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Gusta Brown Garrett, Campbellsville, KY (1933-2020) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, William Henry Hill, Jamestown, KY (1938-2020) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Esther Dudley Adair County, KY (1925) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, George C. Williams, Adair Co., KY (1937) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lloyd Means, Casey County, KY (1940) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, L.T. Bradshaw, Adair Co., KY (1928-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ion Wade Lacy, 97, Russell Springs, KY (1917-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Geneva Thrasher Thacker, 82, Cumberland County, KY (1933-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In memory birthday, Beatrice Lee Dobson Stearman, Summersville, KY (1926-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Roger Dean (Wooley) Smith, 46, Columbia, KY (1969-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Marvin Lee Phelps, 72, Metcalfe County, KY (1944-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Diane Powell, 68, Adair County, KY (1949-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Betty L. Holman Crawford , TN, Celina, TN/Bow, KY native (1940-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bro Clifford DeHart, 85, Casey County, KY (1932-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Edna Lois Roy, Russell Springs, KY (1927-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mr. Wm. E. (Pete) Perkins, 81, Taylor Co./Green Co., KY native (1936-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Gerald 'Jerry' Davis, Taylor County, KY | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Brenda Sue Price, 77, Green Co., KY (1943-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Carolyn Sue Hale, 78, Columbia, KY (1946-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Cathy Murray, 50, Greensburg, KY (1972-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Danny Wayne Burton, 72, Columbia, KY (1953-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Eva "Bird" Tucker (1893-1976) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Franklin Noe Sierra, 27, Liberty, KY (1993-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Gary Sneed, 74, Columbia, KY (1947-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jay Brown, 63, Columbia, KY (1961-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jeff Feese, 56, Adair County, KY (1967-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Joe Pinto | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Leon Davis, 85, Glens Fork, KY (1937-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Leoner Bennett | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lowell Graham, Campbellsville, KY (1939-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Patsy Ann Matney, 62, Green Co., KY (1959-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Raymond J. Skaggs, 95, Campbellsville, KY (1926-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Rebecca Humphress, 68, Columbia, KY (1956-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Sadie Wilson, 85, Russell Springs, KY (1936-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Shirley Ann Robertson England, Columbia, KY (1937-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthdday, Georgia Hathaway, 75, Russell Co., KY (1935) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory, Aubrey Clayton Young, Cumberland Co., KY (1937) | (Updates/Corrections)

 






























 
 
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