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OCC 2025: 2nd highest number of boxes ever in Adair Co. From Mark Fudge The 2025 Operation Christmas Child shoebox drive came to a close on Monday, November 25, 2025, in Adair County. 3,677 shoebox gifts were collected from Adair and surrounding counties at the Wheet Fellowship Hall of the Columbia First Church of the Nazarene. We want to thank all of the individuals, churches, and organizations that made this year's shoebox drive such a huge success. We also would like to give a special thanks to all of the volunteers that donated countless hours. A special thanks to the Columbia First Church of the Nazarene for providing their Wheet Fellowship Hall during the eight days of collection. Also a special thanks to all of the coaches and athletes from Lindsey Wilson College and other individuals that loaded the boxes from Adair and surrounding counties on to Semi trailers. The 3,677 shoebox gifts surpassed last year's total of 3,585 Gospel Opportunities. It's the most shoebox gifts collected in Adair County since 2016 when the county collected 3,777 shoebox gifts. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-11-24 18:02:03 | Comments
CPD will use COPS grant to hire a new recruit From Trey Stephens City of Columbia | Assistant to the Mayor The City of Columbia is extremely excited to announce that the Columbia Police Department was one of 228 recipients of a United States Department of Justice (DOJ) COPS Hiring Program Grant. The grant will be used by the Columbia Police Department to hire a recruit who will be enrolled in training under the Kentucky Department of Criminal Justice (DOCJT). The recruit will then continue with the department with salary and all connected expenses being covered for three years under the grant. Chief Evan Burton said, "This grant will improve officer safety as well as community safety with greater law enforcement presence as well as give someone an opportunity to begin their career in law enforcement. The recruit that this grant will allow for will follow in the footsteps of all current CPD officers by attending DOCJT training and then begin their service to the citizens of Columbia. I would like to thank all entities and individuals that contributed to the achievement of this grant." The grant is administered by the DOJ's COPS (Community Oriented Policing Services) office which has invested over $20 Billion in law enforcement since its establishment in 1994. The COPS Hiring Program Grant or CHP is designed to reduce crime and advance public safety through common sense community policing by providing direct support to state, local, and tribal law enforcement agencies nationwide. CHP funding is intended to support the hiring of career law enforcement officers to increase an agency's community policing capacity and crime prevention efforts. Mayor Hoots also had this to say, "I am extremely thankful that the city has received this grant to further provide for the needs of the residents of our community." The City of Columbia and the Columbia Police Department are extremely fortunate and proud to have been chosen to receive this grant award, and look forward to implementing it to better serve our citizens! Anyone interested in applying for the position is advised to watch for a notice from the City and CPD regarding a coming opening. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-11-24 18:00:40 | Comments | See topic Local Government
Travel safely this Thanksgiving: Buckle up, put phone down From Marla Marrs Frankfort, KY - As families across Kentucky take to the roads this Thanksgiving, Team Kentucky is reminding drivers that safety should always come first. Buckling up and avoiding distractions like cell phones not only protects you and your passengers but also helps keep your highways safe for everyone. "As we gather with family and friends this holiday season, remember to make smart choices on the road," said Gov. Andy Beshear. "Buckling up and driving alert behind the wheel are acts of kindness that keep you and your neighbors safe and sound." Over the last 10 years, distracted driving has become one of the leading causes of vehicle crashes on our nation's roads. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), any activity that pulls a driver's eyes off the road, hands off the wheel, or attention away from the task of driving creates a serious safety hazard. Texting while driving is particularly dangerous, as it combines all three types of distraction at once: visual, manual and cognitive. Even a momentary lapse in attention can significantly increase the risk of a crash. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-11-24 17:53:48 | Comments | See topic Kentucky
Basketball: Lindsey hosts Midway in Monday night rematch The Lindsey Wilson men's basketball team will host Midway (KY) at 6pmCT on Monday, November 24, 2025, inside Biggers Sports Center, 360 Spickard Drive, Columbia, KY. The Blue Raiders (6-1) are coming off a strong 103-81 home win over Simmons (Ky.) last Wednesday. Lindsey Wilson has been impressive on offense this season, averaging 85.3 points per game while outscoring opponents by an average of 14.4 points. Julian Cunningham leads the Blue Raiders with 15.1 points per game. He is joined by three other double-digit scorers with Kenyata Carbon averaging 14.9, Latrell Kyles 11.1, and Victory Naboya 10.1. Naboya also provides a strong defensive presence in the paint with 10 blocks this season, the most on the team. The Eagles (3-3) enter the matchup after a 107-67 loss to No. 17 Georgetown (Ky.) last weekend. Amari Wales leads Midway with 18.3 points per game. Decoreio Smith adds 14.5, while Sarvell Barksdale contributes 11.7. This will be the second meeting between the two teams this season. Midway won the first contest 83-69 in overtime on November 11, 2025. The Blue Raiders will look to even the series and protect their home court. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-11-24 17:51:45 | Comments | See topic Sports Events scheduled for today, November 25, 2025 All events are listed in Central Time. | Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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Third infant pertussis death reported in Kentucky From Kendra Steele/Beth Fisher Frankfort, KY - On Monday, November 24, 2025, state health officials with the Kentucky Department for Public Health (KDPH) announced a third infant has died from pertussis, a highly contagious respiratory infection that has been increasing in prevalence across the United States in part due to declining vaccination rates. This is the third pertussis-related infant death reported in Kentucky within the past 12 months. KDPH has warned Kentuckians about the rising threat of pertussis (whooping cough), noting the largest spike in cases reported in the commonwealth since 2012. "We are deeply saddened to learn of another infant death in Kentucky due to pertussis and are concerned by the volume of cases we are seeing throughout the commonwealth," said Dr. Steven Stack, secretary of the Cabinet for Health and Family Services. "We continue to urge Kentuckians to get their whooping cough vaccine and to make sure they are up to date on all other recommended immunizations. Many illnesses can be prevented through vaccination, which helps protect not only the individual but also those around them." As of November 19, 2025, there have been 566 cases of whooping cough identified in Kentucky, with health officials anticipating additional cases in the final weeks of the year. Babies younger than 1 year old are at the greatest risk for whooping cough. The best way to prevent whooping cough is by receiving the Tdap or DTaP vaccine, which protects against three bacterial infections - diphtheria, tetanus and pertussis. Infants can receive the DTaP vaccine beginning at the age of 2 months. The Tdap vaccine is recommended for women during pregnancy to help provide early protection for the baby. KDPH confirmed none of the infants who died of pertussis in Kentucky over the past 12 months had been vaccinated, nor had their mothers. Kentucky's three infant deaths from whooping cough are the commonwealth's first whooping cough deaths reported since 2018. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-11-24 15:16:21 | Comments | See topic Health Care
Genealogy & History Research Center Thanksgiving schedule From Mike Watson Thanksgiving is coming! This is the optimal time to engage our relatives and friends in thoughts of the past and our ancestors. Take the time this season to talk with older members about their past, about their memories, about their ancestors; also engage the younger generation with stories of the past, encourage them to ask questions and delve deeper in our collective histories. It is a winding road to our ancestors. The Adair County Genealogy & History Research Center will be closed for Thanksgiving on November 27, 28, & 29, 2025. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-11-24 11:39:28 | Comments | See topic Adair Co. Public Library
B&E Cattle Co. welcomes student visitors from Iowa From Beth Owens Blankenship We had the privilege of hosting students from Iowa State University's Collegiate Cattlemen Club at B&E Cattle Company in Adair County last week. The group is focused on growing the next generation of beef producers through education and advocacy. Grayson Blankenship enjoyed showing the group around the backgrounding operation - walking them through our cattle, our facilities, and how we run things day-to-day. It's always a pleasure sharing what we do and visiting with the next generation of cattle producers. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-11-24 10:31:53 | Comments
WWYS? What would Yoda say about being 77 By Linda Waggener I'm not sure if I fell in love with the movie Star Wars because it was so awesome - or because I was sandwiched in front of the wide windshield of a Ford pick up truck at Adair Drive-In with my three favorite males, husband Ed, and our little boys, Pen and Tom. Leaving the movie I was thinking I'd like to be like Yoda when I grew old. Note, I did NOT say I wanted to LOOK like Yoda when I grew older, but to think like Yoda. An early morning glance in the mirror - always a mistake - brought that to mind and had me wondering what Yoda might say about this age of 77 with all the wrinkles and sags and bags and thinning hair? So I reached out through the Internet universe for an answer. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-11-24 10:27:19 | Comments | See topic Technology News
OCC 2025: Final Day for Operation Christmas Child collections From Mark Fudge OCC shoebox donations will be accepted from 8amCT to 10amCT on Monday, November 24, 2025, at Wheet Fellowship Hall, to wrap up this year's donation drive. Saturday and Sunday were both busy for shoebox collections at the Columbia First Church of the Nazarene. Several hundred boxes were collected over the weekend, bringing the total going into Monday morning to 3429 shoebox gifts collected in Adair County thus far. This number is only 156 shoeboxes short of last year's total of 3,585 shoebox gifts. The First Church of the Nazarene/Wheet Fellowship Hall is located at 1200 Jamestown Street Columbia, KY. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-11-24 09:13:14 | Comments
The Advent Season at Columbia United Methodist Church By Doug Beard Everyone is invited to attend our special services at Columbia United Methodist Church as we enter into the celebration of the Advent Season. Next weekend, at 10amCT on Sunday, November 30, 2025, we will present a reflective and inspirational time of worship through our "Festival of Lessons and Carols" program. This will feature special messaging from the Holy Scriptures, Advent readings, and seasonal music selections. Columbia United Methodist Church is located just off of the Public Square at 202 Burkesville St., Columbia, KY. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-11-24 09:09:43 | Comments | See topic Church News
Hospital District to hold special called meeting Nov 25 From Neal Gold, Chairman Adair County Hospital District Board of Trustees There will be a Special Called Meeting of the Adair County Hospital District at 6:30pmCT on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, in the Adair County Chamber of Commerce Building, 201 Burkesville Street, Columbia, KY. Meeting Agenda: Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-11-24 09:04:47 | Comments | See topic Local Government
November is National Home Care & Hospice Month November was proclaimed "National Home Care and Hospice Month" by Columbia Mayor Pam Hoots at a signing ceremony on Wedneasday, November 19, 2025 in City Hall. Mayor Hoots was joined at the signing by Keisha Robertson, Malisha Hatcher, Tish West, and Mary Beth Phelps. The proclamation encourages "citizens to increase their understanding and awareness of home, hospice, and palliative care, discuss their healthcare wishes with their families, and observe this month with appropriate activities and programs." The full Proclamation reads: Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-11-24 08:59:17 | Comments | See topic Health Care
Road construction project set to begin in Metcalfe Co An intersection safety improvement project is expected to begin on US 68 in Metcalfe County in coming days, according to Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 3 officials. The intersection of US 68 and KY 70 (Sulphur Well Knob Lick Road) will be reconstructed to a new alignment just to the east of the current intersection. Lane closures are possible at different times throughout the project area. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-11-24 08:49:54 | Comments Birthdays and Anniversaries for November 25 Happy Anniversary, Kevin and Shelly Jenkins (1989) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Steven T. and Teresa A. Grider (2012) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Amanda Gabehart | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Chase Willis | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Debby Manning | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Donald Bennett | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Evan Pike (1999) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Rebecca Jo Montgomery (1998) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Robert "Mr. Bob" Jeffries, (1934) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Scott Lee | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Shirley Nash | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Steve McKinney | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tim Olson | (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.
Penny for thoughts about pennies What's the next step for pennies on hand now that they are no longer being produced? Searching current information it looks like we can still spend them, deposit them at a bank, or donate them to charity. We can also use them for practical household purposes like a makeshift cold pack or to fix a wobbly table leg. For those interested in collecting, advice is to save a few to preserve as a keepsake of this historic change in currency, and consider identifying pre-1982 copper pennies, which may be worth more than face value. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-11-22 22:31:26 | Comments
LWU Athletics contributes 384 shoeboxes to OCC By Duane Bonifer Lindsey Wilson University's intercollegiate athletics program is one of the most successful in the country. But Blue Raider student-athletes and coaches were not counting runs, points or goals on Friday, November 21, 2025. Instead, they were focused on the success and impact of collecting 384 shoeboxes that contained hygiene items, school supplies and toys for disadvantaged children. "It means a lot to me," said Seth Phillips, a graduate student from Clarksville, Tennessee, who is also a tight end on the LWU football team. "Just being able to give back to people who are less fortunate means a lot to me. I'll never know them, but at least I know they'll be OK." The Lindsey Wilson Athletics Department has been part of the worldwide effort since 2013, collecting during that time more than 6,500 total boxes as part of Columbia-Adair County's participation in Operation Christmas Child. The exception was in 2020, because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-11-22 10:25:34 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University
OCC 2025: Total now 2923, three days to go From Mark Fudge Friday was another busy day of Operation Christmas Child shoebox gift collections at the Columbia First Church of the Nazarene. Several hundred boxes were added on Friday, bringing the total going into Saturday morning 2,923 shoebox gifts collected in Adair County thus far. The Columbia First Church of the Nazarene is the central drop off location for Adair County and the Green River area. OCC shoebox donations will be accepted on the following days/hours:
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County Clerk Thanksgiving Holiday schedule The Adair County Clerk's Office will be closed on Thursday, November 27, Friday, November 28, and Saturday, November 29, 2025, for the Thanksgiving Holiday. Lisa Greer, Adair County Clerk and Staff wish everyone a Happy and Safe Thanksgiving. We have so many blessings and things to be thankful for each day. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-11-21 16:15:04 | 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 Tuesday Special: Quesadilla Verde Grilled flour tortilla stuffed with chicken or beef with cheese served with rice, lettuce, tomato & quacamole. $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 November 25, 2025: 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 Tuesday, November 25, 2025:
Holiday Open House in Gradyville is Dec 1 From Benisha Johnson Happy Hour Acres Corner Store & Watering Hole, Miss Marthas Heavenly Pretzels, and Pops & Son Tires will be having a Holiday Open House from 3pmCT to 7pmCT on Monday, December 1, 2025. Santa is coming to town at the Holiday Open House from 4pmCT to 6pmCT. Children are encouraged to come take pictures with Santa, tell him what you want for Christmas, and get a treat. There will be a special Kids Grinch Drink and cotton candy, S'More kits to enjoy by the fire pit, free hot chocolate and cider, plus a few signature foods to order, and handmade Christmas items, gift baskets and local Kentucky craft work. Happy Hour Acres Corner Store & Watering Hole, Miss Marthas Heavenly Pretzels, and Pops & Son Tires are located in the Gradyville community at 4213 Edmonton Rd., Columbia, KY. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-11-21 12:03:45 | Comments | See topic Christmas
City Hall Thanksgiving schedule From Tiffany Collins City of Columbia City Hall will be closed on Thursday, November 27, 2025, and Friday, November 28, 2025, in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. A night drop is available in the back of the building. We want to wish everyone a Safe and Happy Thanksgiving. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-11-21 11:54:18 | Comments | See topic Local Government
Thanksgiving Homecoming Service at Trinity celebrates 75 years From Phyllis Burris There will be a Thanksgiving Homecoming Service at Trinity Church beginning at 9:30amCT this Sunday, November 23, 2025. Trinity Church is celebrating the 75th Anniversary. The church was started in 1950, with 25 charter members. We invite all former members and friends to join us for this special service. Trinity Church is located at 2418 Campbellsville Road, Columbia, KY. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-11-21 11:50:18 | Comments | See topic Church News Last 10 Posted Obituaries:
Remembrances for November 25 In Memory Birthday, Grace Davis Feese, Columbia, KY (1922-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Nathaniel Merlin Wagler, Green Co., KY (1992-2010) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, John Lackey, Campbellsville, KY (1951) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Omer (C.B.) Houk, Green County, KY (1930-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Molly Propes, Casey County, KY (1948-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Charles Earl Brock, Casey Co., KY (1949-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dianne Glass Wise, 68, Cumberland Co., KY (1945-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Johnnie (Bill) Myers, Taylor County, KY (1922-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Phillip (Buddy) Eller, 69, Russell Co., KY (1945-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Elva Ethel Allen, 71, Hustonville, KY (1943-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Pauline Hammonds, 88, Columbia, KY (1927-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Chester Shirk, 10 weeks, Casey Co., KY, (2015-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Emma Jean Grider, 65, Casey County, KY (1950-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sarah Evelyn Conover Carter, 86, Adair Co., KY (1930-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sylvia Mae Coffman Tapscott, Casey Co., KY (1946-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Donald Lee Lawson, Bowling Green, KY (1968) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Clyde Wesley, Casey County, KY native (1944-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Arlis Turner, 63, Columbia, KY (1943-2007) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James Roy Luttrell, 78, Liberty, KY (1942-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Johnnie Tarter, 81, Columbia, KY native (1941-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Robert (Bob) Hadley, 78, Columbia, KY native (1942-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ruth Ann Bottom Antle, 76, Russell Springs, KY (1938-2014) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ruth Ann Smith, 78, Columbia, KY (1946-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sharon Hopper Hart, 64, Russell Springs, KY (1957-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Tommy Mills, 76, Greensburg, KY (1939-2016) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) |
 
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