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It's National 4-H Week - where it all began The first week of October is National 4-H Week in America. This article looks at its history. By Katelynn M. Molesky 4-H is the largest youth development organization in the nation, operating in every state, and reaching millions per year. Here in Kentucky, the program has a strong presence in all 120 counties, offering programs that range from agriculture and leadership to science and health. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-10-04 14:12:08 | Comments | See topic Adair Co. Extension Service
Phillip Coffey - Billie A She leaves only traces of her smile Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-04 00:12:22 | Comments
Tabernacle Christian Church Homecoming is Oct 25 From Hilda Smith Tabernacle Christian Church will be having Homecoming services at 10:30amCT on Sunday, October, 25, 2026. Will Rich & Lydia Tiller will be singing during the morning worship service, and Bro Wendell Roberts will bring the message. A pot luck meal will immediately follow in the church basement fellowship hall. Tabernacle Christian Church is located at 13175 Liberty Road, Columbia, KY. Bro Wendell Roberts and the congregation invite and welcome everyone to join us. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-03 15:57:57 | Comments | See topic Church News
Lindsey welcomes record number into Nursing Program See Also: LWU Nursing Class of 2029 By Duane Bonifer The Lindsey Wilson University nursing program welcomed a record number of new students into the program on Friday, October 2, 2026. A total of 32 students -- the largest cohort in program history -- received their white coats at the program's "Blessing and White Coat Ceremony," held before family members and friends gathered in V.P. Henry Auditorium. "What an honor it is to be in a nursing school, and what an amazing and rewarding journey you have ahead of you," Lindsey Wilson Nursing Director Dr. Emiley Button told the students, who are in the first semester of their sophomore year. "You are going to have a daily impact on people all over the world." The ceremony signifies the students' formal transition from their preclinical courses into the clinical component of coursework. In addition to getting their white coats, the students received a blessing of the hands from retired campus pastor and faculty member the Rev. Carol Weddle. The students still have five more semesters of coursework to complete before they graduate with a bachelor of science degree in nursing in May 2029, but Friday night was all about celebrating an important milestone on their professional journey. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-10-03 15:31:20 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University Events scheduled for today, October 4, 2026 All events are listed in Central Time. | Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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Co-op Champions spark voter registration across Kentucky From Joe Arnold Louisville, KY - As Kentucky prepares for the 2026 general election, high school students across the Commonwealth are getting involved before they ever step into a voting booth. Through Kentucky Electric Cooperatives' Co-op Champions program, the association representing all 26 electric cooperatives in the Commonwealth, students led voter registration drives in their schools this fall, encouraging peers to take the first step toward participating in the upcoming election. This year, fourteen high school seniors, including John Zottman of Campbellsville, took part in the leadership initiative after serving as delegates on the weeklong Electric Cooperative Washington Youth Tour. Rooted in the cooperative principles of Kentucky's member-owned electric cooperatives, the Co-op Champions program challenges students to bring what they learned on Youth Tour back to their schools and communities, giving them opportunities to lead, engage in civic life and put their experiences into practice. As part of their commitment to their schools and communities, each Co-op Champion hosted a Co-ops Vote registration drive at their high school. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-10-02 16:50:18 | Comments | See topic Education
Edmonton Pumpkin Festival Schedule of Events From Melody Baker Edmonton Metcalfe County Chamber of Commerce Edmonton's 44th Annual Pumpkin Festival will kick off at 7amCT on Saturday, October 3, 2026, on the Edmonton Public Square. The festival will feature food, vendors, music, contests, entertainment, and even helicopter rides.
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Arrangements/procession route for Trooper Hayden Phillips From Trooper Katan Parker The visitation for Trooper Hayden Phillips will be held from 10amCT to 6pmCT on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at Living Hope Baptist Church, 1805 Westen Street, Bowling Green, KY. The funeral will be held at NoonCT on Sunday, October 4, 2026, in E. A. Diddle Arena, Western Kentucky University Campus, 1605 Avenue of Champions, Bowling Green, KY. Interment (immediately following the funeral), will take place at Fort Williams/ Glasgow Municipal Cemetery, 303 Leslie Ave, Glasgow, KY. Procession Route: Citizens are welcome to show their support to the Family of Trooper Hayden Phillips by staging along the procession route. The funeral procession will travel from E.A. Diddle Arena, 1605 Avenue of Champions, Bowling Green, to Glasgow Cemetery, 303 Leslie Avenue, Glasgow, using the following route: Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-10-02 13:03:39 | Comments | See topic Obituaries
12th annual Tractor Show at Knifley By Patty Bunch Tractor afficianadoes from across the state convened in Knifley, KY, on the second Saturday of September, as they have been doing for the past twelve years, for the annual Knifley Tractor Show. The tractor show started in 2015, and was originally hosted by Paul Dixon and Larry Davis. It continued for several years in conjunction with the Revisit Knifley Festival. While the festival has been discontinued, the tractor show continues because of the huge amount of interest. Larry Davis died as a result of a farming accident shortly after the tractor show in 2022, but the tradition has been carried on by Paul Dixon. Since Larry's death, Paul has hosted the tractor show with the help of his wife, his son, and his son's family, along with his sisters. This year, forty-four tractors and one Mack truck participated in the show. There was inclement weather until afternoon, but everyone gathered under a large tent to enjoy a lunch of grilled burgers, hot dogs, chips, cookies, pinto beans and corn bread and drinks. After the rain stopped, the tractors took a ride of eight miles along the country roads and back to the tent. Sponsors for this year's event were the Bank of Columbia, United Citizens Bank, Forcht Bank, Community Trust Bank, Citizens Bank and Trust, Gaskins Fertilizer, Jeffries Feed and Seed, Craig's Farms, and Day and Day Feed. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-02 11:48:11 | Comments 
LWU Alumna Aubrey Elliott named Director of Student Activities By Duane Bonifer For Aubrey Elliott '19, the chance to return to Lindsey Wilson University is an opportunity to help a place that helped her. Elliott has been named Lindsey Wilson's director of student activities. With an office located in the Cralle Student Union Building, Elliott works with the university's Student Activities Board and other student groups to program special events, activities and celebrations for the student body. "Being back in Columbia and at Lindsey Wilson is refreshing," said Elliott, who earned a bachelor of arts degree in business administration from Lindsey Wilson. "The campus has new and exciting things since I graduated, but there are lots of familiar faces of people who contributed to me, who as a young woman, created my own identity." Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-10-02 11:37:15 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University
Agenda for Oct 5 City Council meeting From Woody Sharpe, CMC City Clerk/Treasurer, City of Columbia The Columbia City Council will meet at 5pmCT on Monday, October 5, 2026, in City Hall, 116 Campbellsville Street, Columbia, KY. Meeting Agenda: Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-10-02 09:55:18 | Comments | See topic Local Government
Letter: The Tate family gathering Carol Roberts writes: Hilarious! I will Medi-Tate upon it all day!!!Comments re: The Tate Clan Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-02 09:49:19 | Comments | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
Video: Silent City Cemetery Tour 2026 Mike Watson shares upcoming "20th Anniversery Silent City Cemetery Tour" to be held at 5pmCT on Monday, October 12, 2026, at the Columbia City Cemetery. For more information please call 270-380-1024. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-02 09:47:11 | Comments | See topic Adair Co. Public Library 
Celebrating America art show to be in Greensburg By Diane Hall The Green County Arts Council invites the community to its annual "Celebrating America" Art Show, October 25-30 at the historic L&N Depot, located at 107 South Depot Street in Greensburg. The exhibit will feature artwork from local artists and will be open Monday through Friday from 1 to 6pmCT. The show will officially open with a reception on Sunday, October 25, from 1 to 3. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-10-02 08:55:26 | Comments | See topic Local Arts Scene Birthdays and Anniversaries for October 4 Happy Anniversary, Stevie and Alison Davidson | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Wendell and Brenda Hadley (1963) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Aidan Grant (2005) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Butch Watkins | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Dwayne Hargis | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Kobie T. Wood | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Molly Elizabeth Green (1991) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Stan Smock | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Steven Breeding (1984) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tina Karnes Dial | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Verlon Allbright (1918) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Wes Irvin | (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.
CPD Recognizes October as National Bullying Prevention Month The Columbia Police Department is joining communities across the country in recognizing October as National Bullying Prevention Month. Throughout the month, we will raise awareness about bullying and encourage those experiencing bullying to speak up. Bullying--whether in person or online--can have a serious impact on individuals, families, schools, and our community. On October 1, 2026, the focus is Cyberbullying Awareness. Cyberbullying involves repeated, intentional harm through cell phones, computers, social media, and other forms of electronic communication. Examples include:
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Wyatt Eddy story coming to high school classrooms statewide A film with a powerful message is heading into Kentucky classrooms and Kentucky's Circuit Court Clerks are helping local educators get involved. Donate Life Kentucky Trust, the nonprofit founded by Kentucky's Circuit Court Clerks in 1992, is offering every Kentucky high school free access to Heart of the Motor: The Wyatt Eddy Story along with ready-to-use classroom resources and support for teachers. The 40-minute documentary tells the true story of Wyatt Eddy, a young car-enthusiast with Cadiz, Kentucky roots, and the unexpected journey his family took following a surfing tragedy. His story opens the conversation for students to talk about organ, eye and tissue donation, transplantation and the impact one decision can have on many lives. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-10-01 15:25:21 | Comments | See topic Education 
Treats on the Town will be Oct 30 From Ellen Zornes, Executive Director Columbia-Adair County Chamber of Commerce The annual Treats on the Town will be held from 4pmCT to 6pmCT on Friday, October 30, 2026, in the old Adair Co High/Middle School Gym, 322 General John Adair Dr., Columbia, KY. Please enter through side gym door. Spooks only (no animals allowed). We are having it on Friday so it can be at the end of your work day and not mess up your weekend. Also there is a home football game Friday at 7pmCT on Friday, so we'll be cleared out by then. The city will observe regular Halloween hours on Saturday, October 31, 2026. Please register with us if you can be a candy vendor, at coladair@duo-county.com or 270-384-6020. Thank you for providing our children a safe and fun Trick or Treat! Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-01 15:21:35 | Comments | See topic Chamber of Commerce
The Tate Clan By Narda Tate A long time ago, I married a young man with a convoluted connection to some of his relatives. He was only 5 years old when his biological father was killed in an automobile accident. His mother, after a while, remarried. Steve explained the relationship to me very carefully and I was finally able to piece together that his stepfather was the son of the brother of the husband of his biological father's sister. It was fun learning how to properly address Christmas cards. Such is the Tate clan. But let me introduce you to some of the other Tates: A clan meeting had been scheduled and all the members arrived just as they should have. However, Agi Tate was upset because, even though second cousin was a well-known and popular TV personality, Agi Tate didn't think second cousin should be allowed to attend as he was just a Common Tater. His wife, Sweet Tater - well her skin sure looked a lot different than the 'real' Irish Taters. It might be better if they were excused from the gathering. Irri Tate kept bringing up points that were not related to the agenda items and he made annoying smacking sounds with his lips. The other Tates were about to throw him into the pond just to get rid of him. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-10-01 10:41:09 | 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 6amCT to 8pmCT, and on Sunday from 8amCT to 3pmCT. Breakfast served anytime. Credit Cards accepted. Non-smoking. On the hot bar today, Sunday, October 4, 2026: 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 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! 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.
Ribbon cutting Friday for Recovery Plus Mental Health Clinic From Ellen Zornes, Executive Director Columbia-Adair County Chamber of Commerce The Columbia-Adair County Chamber of Commerce will hold a ribbon cutting ceremony at the grand opening of the new Recovery Plus Mental Health Clinic at 2pmCT on Friday, October 2, 2026. In addition to the ribbon cutting, staff will on hand to meet the public, talk about their services, and offer clinic tours, and a door prize, and light refreshments will be offered. Recovery Plus Mental Health Clinic is located at 400 Public Square, Columbia, KY. The Golden Roses Group, for Grandparents raising Grandchildren, meets monthly at the clinic. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-01 10:33:14 | Comments | See topic Chamber of Commerce
Lindsey Wilson celebrating Arts and Humanities in October See also: Lindsey Wilson University Arts & Humanities Month Highlights: Scheduled Events By Duane Bonifer Lindsey Wilson University's A.P. White Campus is going to resemble a summer camp during October when the university joins the nationwide celebration of National Arts & Humanities Month. And Lindsey Wilson organizers hope that campus activities throughout the month will help remind people of the central role that arts and humanities play in everyone's lives. "A lot of the time, people think of the arts and humanities as elevated, stuffy and inaccessible," said Lindsey Wilson Dean of the School of Arts and Humanities Allison Smith. "But the arts and the humanities are part of everything we do every day. They are baked into our everyday lives in the movies and shows we watch with friends, the books we read, the artwork we create, the games we play and watch, and in the communities we build. They are all supported by art and the humanities." Established and led by the nonprofit Americans for the Arts, October has been celebrated as National Arts & Humanities Month since 1993. Lindsey Wilson joined in on the celebration more than a dozen years ago. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-10-01 10:08:31 | Comments
CACFD: Structure fire at Transfer Station From Grant Loy, PIO Columbia Adair County Fire Department The Columbia-Adair County Fire Department was dispatched at 12:39 AM Thursday morning to the Adair County Transfer Station, located at 877 L Willis Road, on a report of a structure fire. Upon arrival, firefighters found smoke coming from an open-faced transfer station building used for dumping and holding garbage. Crews made entry and began fire attack, containing the fire to the structure. Firefighters located a garbage trailer inside the building that was involved. The trailer was pulled out to allow crews to fully extinguish the fire. Damage to the structure was minimal. The cause of the fire is unknown at this time. No injuries were reported. A total of 10 volunteer firefighters responded and were on scene for approximately 1.5 hours. Automatic Aid was provided by Breeding Fire Department. Agencies that assisted included the Adair County E911 Center, Columbia Police Department, Adair County Sheriff's Office, Adair County Ambulance Service Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-01 10:04:37 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports Last 10 Posted Obituaries:
Remembrances for October 4 In Memory Birthday, Bertie Coomer, 96, Adair Co., KY (1918-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, H. C. Boss Gore, Adair Co. native (1934-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Betty-Lou Wethington, Columbia, KY (1935-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Harry Lonzo Walker, formerly of Greensburg, KY (1930-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Katie Pyles, Taylor Co., KY (1942) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Logan Turner Gaddie, Taylor County, KY (1914) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kenneth (Jack) Collins, Taylor Co., KY; Adair Co., KY native (1930) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Elizabeth Land Turpin, 98, Casey Co., KY (1916-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Linda Kay Marrs, 57, Taylor County, KY (1957-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Samantha Lynn Young, 23, Columbia, KY (1991-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In memory birthday, Dorothy Murrell Durham, Casey Co., KY (1936-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Peggy Cain, 56, Russell County, KY (1959-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ricky Dean Dudley, 56, Adair County, KY (1960-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Thomas (Tom) Acoya, 47, Casey County, Ky, (1970-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Darrison -D.S.- Bowling, 72, Taylor Co., KY (1945-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. J.V. Lile, Green County, KY (1931-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Clyde Barkley Satterly, Taylor County, KY (1942) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Elaine C. George (1950-2008) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, George (Hack) Monday, Casey Co., KY (1933-2011) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Irvin Lee Daniel, 57, Campbellsville, KY (1962-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James G. (Jimmy) Shively, 75, Columbia, KY native (1945-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jennifer Gwyn Keltner | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jessaphine Donan, 88, Breeding, KY native (1935-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jesse Leslie Bernard, 62, Jamestown, KY (1958-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jewell Burton (1925) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Joyce Allene (Joy) Cowan, 83, Columbia, KY (1941-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Judith Marie Gabehart, 79, Campbellsville, KY (1942-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Laveda Taylor, 97, Adair Co., KY (1926-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Marvin Glidewell, 89, Campbellsville, KY (1933-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Myrtle M. (Mert) Middlecamp, 76, Columbia, KY (1949-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Patricia Anne Lee Vanarsdall, 60, Greensburg, KY (1962-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Pauline McGinnis, 82, Campbellsville, KY (1938-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rev. William C Reed, 73, Campbellsville, KY (1949-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sharlene Cowan Burton (Oct. 4, 1955-Nov. 23, 1975) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William P. Streeval, 69, Columbia, KY (1955-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) |
 
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