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Phipps interview on latest Bluegrass Beat podcast

In the latest episode of The Bluegrass Beat podcast, host Critley King-Smith sits down with Pam Phipps, mother of Russell County Deputy Joshua Phipps, who was killed in the line of duty in 2024, to remember Joshua's life and service, discuss the meaning of the Kentucky Law Enforcement Memorial, and explore how agencies and communities can continue supporting families long after loss.

Listen online at www.docjt.ky.gov/bluegrassbeat or download at Apple or Spotify.

The Bluegrass Beat is the official podcast of the Kentucky Department of Criminal Justice Training, bringing listeners inside the issues, people, and programs shaping public safety across the Commonwealth through conversations with law enforcement leaders, instructors, first responders, and community partners.


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2026-05-05 15:12:18 | Comments


A special sibling moment


2026-05-05 - Edmonton, KY - Photo by Chris Lagermann.
Chris writes, "This is a photo I snapped Sunday of our pastor's son, Laramie, hugging his big sister Katherine Lemmon. She will graduate from Adair County High in a few weeks. I thought it was a sweet picture. They are the children of Larry and Missy Lemmon of Knifley KY."


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May is Kentucky Beef Month

Frankfort, KY - Kentucky cattle producers and industry representatives joined Kentucky Commissioner of Agriculture Jonathan Shell on Monday, May 4, 2026, as he signed a proclamation commemorating the month of May as Kentucky Beef Month.

"Through the hard work of our cattle farmers, Kentucky retains its distinction as the state with the largest beef inventory east of the Mississippi River with 862,000 head," Commissioner Shell said. "I join Kentuckians in recognizing the effort, diligence, and perseverance of this important agricultural sector as we celebrate May as Kentucky Beef Month."


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2026-05-05 10:27:41 | Comments | See topic Kentucky

Current Local Conditions
Adair: 61 F
Casey: 60 · Cumberland: 63 · Green: 61
Metcalfe: 62 · Russell: 61 · Taylor: 61
Updated at 12:30am Wednesday, May 6, 2026
  High/Low: 62 F / 61 F
SLP: 1005
Wind: S at 3
Dewpoint: 59 F
Relative Humidity: 94.5%
Precipitation: 0.07 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


KHS opens Revolution to Statehood exhibition

From Dana Zinger

Frankfort, KY - The Kentucky Historical Society (KHS) is pleased to announce the opening of Revolution to Statehood: Kentucky's Founding in History and Memory on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at the Thomas D. Clark Center for Kentucky History, 100 W Broadway St, Frankfort, KY.

Coinciding with the nationwide celebration of America's 250th birthday, the exhibition examines familiar frontier images of Kentucky's founding, such as the coonskin cap, the frontier fort and the lone pioneer, while uncovering the complex, often violent story behind Kentucky's founding. Visitors will engage with early Kentuckians--some familiar, others less well known--including settlers, soldiers, enslaved people, indigenous leaders and frontier women whose lives reveal a far richer story than legend allows.

"This exhibition invites visitors to look beyond the familiar narratives and consider Kentucky's founding as a profoundly human experience shaped by conflict, resilience and an enduring hope for a better future," said KHS Executive Director Scott Alvey. "As we approach America's 250th anniversary, it's essential that we engage with the fuller, more complex dimensions of our history--recognizing not only achievements but also the sacrifices and losses that have shaped the commonwealth we know today."


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2026-05-05 10:26:01 | Comments | See topic Kentucky


Summer Reading Schedule at ACPL: Unearth a Story

From Aleina M. Milligan
Children and Young Adult Services Librarian, Adair County Public Library

It's time to start making plans for summer reading at the Adair County Public Library. This year's theme is "Unearth a Story! Summer Reading 2026". The focus is Dinosaurs, Archeology, Paleontology, Reading and having a great time!
  • Tuesday, June 2, 2026 - Week 1: Registration Day! Stop by anytime from 10amCT to 3:30pmCT to sign up for "Unearth a Story! Summer Reading 2026". Pick up your 'Summer Time, Fun Time Journals', Calendar of Events, Reading Buddies and participate in activities.

  • Tuesday, June 9, 2026 - Week 2: 10amCT Feathers, Scales and Skin: What Did Dinosaurs Look Like and How Do We Know? We will discuss what Dinosaurs may have looked like and then you will create your own collage dinosaur on poster board.

  • Tuesday, June 16, 2026 - Week 3: 10amCT Dinosaurs: Herbivores vs Carnivores. We will be reading, "Dinosaur Dinners" and "Jurassic Poop" and then making our own dino poo!

  • Tuesday, June 23, 2026 - Week 4: 10amCT Paleontology Day! Dig up a tiny dino skeleton and make a fossil cast!

  • Tuesday, June 30, 2026 - Week 5: 10amCT America's 250th Birthday/ Dinosaurs in America. We will make a Patriotic Dino Sign.

  • Tuesday, July 7, 2026 - Week 6: 10amCT Dinosaur habitats. Create a paper plate habitat with a tiny dinosaur and small volcano that 'erupts'!

  • Wednesday, July 15, 2026 - Week 7: 10amCT Dino Dance Party with snacks and other fun activities!

The Adair County Public Library is located at 307 Greensburg St., Columbia, KY.


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2026-05-05 10:09:20 | Comments | See topic Adair Co. Public Library

Events scheduled for today, May 6, 2026
All events are listed in Central Time. | Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
8:00amCTExcused In-Person Absentee Voting
Excused In-Person Absentee Voting will be available from 8amCT to 4pmCT on May 6, 7, 8, 11, 12, and 13, 2026, in the Adair County Clerk's Office, 424 Public Square, Ste3, Columbia KY. Voters must have one of the qualifying reasons to cast a ballot during this period, and must provide a valid ID. (ID:70618 | 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.

Gilbert earns Doctor of Ministry Degree


2026-05-05 - Tulsa, OK - Photo courtesy Sharon Burton.
Dr. William Wilson, Oral Roberts University president, presents 3trees Church Senior Pastor Eric Gilbert with his doctor of ministry degree. 3trees Church has locations in Russell Springs, Campbellsvile, Columbia and Louisville.


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Senior Pastor of 3trees Church earns Doctor of Ministry Degree

From Sharon Burton

3trees Church is proud to announce that Senior Pastor Eric Gilbert has earned his Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.) degree, marking a significant milestone in both his personal journey and the continued growth of the church.

Pastor Gilbert completed his doctoral work through Oral Roberts University, where his research focused on Spirit-empowered discipleship and leadership development within the local church. His work was recognized for both its theological depth and practical impact in equipping leaders to make disciples more effectively.

In addition to earning his degree, Pastor Gilbert was named the inaugural recipient of the Younghoon Lee Spirit-Empowered Scholar's Award, given for the most outstanding ministry research project.


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2026-05-05 09:55:28 | Comments | See topic Church News

KSP Post 15 to Conduct Traffic Safety Checkpoints

Kentucky State Police Post 15 will be conducting periodic traffic safety checkpoints in the Post 15 area, which includes Green, Taylor, Marion, Washington, Russell, Casey, Adair, Metcalfe, Monroe, Clinton, and Cumberland counties.

These checkpoints will be conducted as part of Post 15's highway safety efforts.


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2026-05-04 23:34:00 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports

Budget Committee will meet May 7

From Bridget Compton
Adair County Deputy Judge Executive, Road Administrative Assistant & Solid Waste Coordinator

The Adair County Fiscal Court Budget Committee will meet at 9amCT on Thursday, May 7, 2026, in the basement of the Adair County Annex basement located at 424 Public Square, Columbia, KY. The public is invited to attend.


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2026-05-04 19:13:44 | Comments | See topic Local Government

Featured Classified

JOB OPEN AT LWU - ADMISSIONS COUNSELOR

Lindsey Wilson University is seeking applicants for an Admissions Counselor position. Admissions Counselors represent Lindsey Wilson University to a broad range of populations. Each Admissions Counselor is responsible for the recruitment of prospective students in a specified territory; coordinating high school visitation programs and events incorporating formal and informal presentations and public speaking engagements with high school counselors, students, and parents. The Admissions Counselor serves as a front-line service provider with student admission and financial aid counseling, recruitment travel (15-20% seasonal travel required), and communication with prospective students.

A bachelor's degree is required. Successful candidates must have excellent communication skills and be goal-oriented.

Examples of Admissions Counselor duties:
- Visits high schools within the assigned region and conducts meetings with prospective students while building relationships with school counselors and other interested parties.

- Participates with the departmental leadership in defining key schools, sets new student enrollment targets for each of those schools, and devises and implements strategies to reach those targets.

- Corresponds with prospective students including applicants, family, alumni, school counselors and others seeking information on admissions standards, academic and non-academic programs, and student activities.

- Makes assigned telephone calls to call lists as appropriate. Use texting to correspond with students.

- Conducts on-campus presentations and meetings with prospective students and their parents or guardians; assists in office coverage for phone calls and walk-in visitors.
To apply, please submit a letter of interest and resume through the Lindsey Wilson University online employment application. https://www.lindsey.edu/

Lindsey Wilson University is an EOE.


View all classified ads on our Classifieds Page.

Duck Derby Volunteers


2026-05-04 - Columbia, KY - Photo from Trey Stephens.
The fifth annual City of Columbia Duck Derby saw over 198 rubber ducks race down Russell Creek to win prizes and raise funds for the City's Trail Town kayak launches. The City of Columbia congratulates all the winners and once again thanks everyone who helped make this event possible.


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Baseball: Indians at John Hardin on Monday

By Trey Stephens, Staff Writer

The Adair County High School Baseball team currently sits at 14-12, following a recent loss of 0-3 on Friday to Green County, an 11-1 win over Hart County on Monday, and a two-game split against Taylor County (the Tribe won 7-6 at home on Tuesday, and then fell 0-3 on the road on Thursday).

In the Tuesday 7-6 win over Taylor County, the Indians' offense was led in hits by Bryce Russell, Carson Darnell, and Jasper Kemp, all with a pair. Darnell would lead the Indians in runs, with two. Jay Harmon led the Tribe in RBIs, with two, joined by Darnell and Kemp, who had one each.

On the mound, Dax Conn would get the start and would do 3 1/3 innings of work, throwing 67 pitches, and giving up four hits, five runs (three of which were earned), walking three batters, and striking out one. Jasper Kemp would come in from the bullpen to do two innings of work, giving up three hits, one earned run, and striking out one batter on 27 pitches. Matthew MeJean would also pitch in relief, doing 1 2/3 innings of work giving up no hits, no runs, and walking just one batter. Kemp would get credit for the win.

Adair County will be back in action this upcoming week as they go on the road to face John Hardin (3-17) on Monday before doing a home-and-away two-game series with Marion County (12-8) on Tuesday and Thursday. They'll round out the week with road trips to Metcalfe County on Friday and St. Xavier on Saturday.


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2026-05-04 14:06:26 | Comments | See topic Sports

Fifth Annual Duck Derby featured nearly 200 ducks

From Trey Stephens
City of Columbia | Assistant to the Mayor

Over the weekend, the City of Columbia hosted our fifth annual Duck Derby. The event saw 198 rubber ducks race down Russell Creek to win prizes for their respective owners. This was our largest Duck Derby in several years, both in total number of ducks and in prizes given out. The event raised significant funds which will be reinvested in the City's Trail Town kayak launches.

The 2026 Duck Derby Winners are:
  • Sharron Payne
  • Jordan Lee
  • Sophia Ross
  • Troy Kimbler
  • Lindsay Stephens
  • Terry Moore
  • David Campbell
  • Veronica Ayala
  • Noraly Bruns
  • Harold Burton
  • Kim Montgomery
  • Peg Shaffer
  • Tammy Crew
We would like to congratulate all our winners and once again thank everyone who helped make this event possible. A special thank you goes out to Lance Burton, Paul & Cathy Abell, and the Demolay group, all of whom worked together to make the event possible as well as everyone who donated prizes: TJ Sampson, Walmart, Sweet Pea's, First and Farmer's, Community Trust, Jeffries Hardware, Adanta, Lindsey Wilson University, Lake Cumberland Health Department.


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2026-05-04 13:56:09 | Comments

Lindsey Wilson University celebrates Class of 2026

By Venus Popplewell

Lindsey Wilson University's spring graduates were encouraged to see commencement not as a finish line but as a transition into "what comes next."

The Lindsey Wilson community celebrated its first spring class as Lindsey Wilson University over the weekend. At three ceremonies held Friday, May 1, and Saturday, May 2, 2026, in Biggers Sports Center, Lindsey Wilson awarded a total of 504 undergraduate, graduate and doctoral degrees at its 123rd commencement celebration. Lindsey Wilson College became Lindsey Wilson University on July 1, 2025.

A Transitional Moment

"...we celebrate moments like today, but we don't talk enough about what comes next," said Shawn Gardner of Louisville, Kentucky, who gave the student address at the Friday evening ceremony and graduated with a master of education in counseling. "When you leave here today, you are not just walking out with a degree. You are walking out with discipline, the ability to stay when things get hard and the ability to keep going when things don't make sense."

Combined with the 945 degrees awarded at last December's winter commencement, Lindsey Wilson awarded 1,449 degrees to the Class of 2025-26, making it the second-largest class in school history.


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2026-05-04 10:16:17 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University

Important absentee voting dates this week

The last day to request an absentee ballott by mail for the May Primary Election in Kentucky is Tuesday May 5, 2026. The portal to request an absentee ballot is at vrsws.sos.ky.gov/abrweb. Voters may also requeste a ballot by phone at 270-384-2801.

Excused In-Person Absentee Voting will be available from 8amCT to 4pmCT on May 6, 7, 8, 11, 12, and 13, 2026, in the Adair County Clerk's Office, 424 Public Square, Ste3, Columbia KY. Voters must have one of the qualifying reasons to cast a ballot during this period, and must provide a valid ID.

To request an absentee ballot, or vote in-person absentee, voters must qualify with one of the following reasons:


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2026-05-04 10:09:04 | Comments | See topic Politics

Duck Derby 2026 at McKinney's Landing


2026-05-04 - Columbia, KY - Photo from Trey Stephens.
The City of Columbia held the 5th annual Columbia Duck Derby in Russell Creek on Saturday, May 2, 2026, from the City's McKinney Landing Trail Town kayak launch.


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Softball: Indians host Larue County on Monday

By Trey Stephens, Staff Writer

The Adair County High School Softball team currently sits at 10-11, coming off of recent wins over Marion County 7-6 on Tuesday, and Monroe County 9-4 on Thursday, and losses to Taylor County, 3-9 on Monday and Casey County 5-8, on Friday. The team currently sits second in the 20th District, with season sweeps over Marion County and Campbellsville, and a pair of losses to the Cardinals of Taylor County.

Allee Campbell and Ashley Loy lead the Tribe in hits this season, with 18 each as of the most recent stats available. Keylin Bergin is far and away the Lady Indians leader on the Bump, having done 61 innings of work on the season, twice as much as any other Indian. Bergin has posted an ERA of 4.02.

The Lady Indians will host LaRue County (19-6) on Monday, and then travel to face Cumberland County (25-3) on Thursday.


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2026-05-04 09:51:56 | Comments | See topic Sports

NSBW business coaching for National Small Business Week

By Kyle Mann

National Small Business Week is taking place May 3-9, 2026, and it is a meaningful opportunity to recognize the vital role small businesses play in our local communities and our economy.

As part of National Small Business Week, the U.S. Small Business Administration, with support from America's SBDC, will host the 2026 National Small Business Week Virtual Summit on May 5 and 6, 2026. Additional information and registration is available here: https://www.cntvhybrid.com/nsbw2026/welcome

We will also be hosting NSBW business coaching drop-in hours from 11amCT to 1pmCT on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at The Columbia-Adair Welcome & Development Center, 201 Burkesville St, Columbia, KY. Remember to shop small and support local business during National Small Business Week and all year long!

Small businesses are at the heart of our region's success. They create jobs, drive innovation, and bring energy and resilience to the communities we all serve. At the Southeastern Kentucky Small Business Development Center, we are proud to support these businesses, and during National Small Business Week, we want to celebrate their impact in an even bigger way.


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2026-05-04 09:43:22 | Comments

Birthdays and Anniversaries for May 6
Happy Anniversary, John and Missy Arnold | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Randy and Sherry Keltner (1989) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Abby Lane Cowan (2006) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Betty Cowan, Indianapolis, IN (1936) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Bridgett Mouser | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Courtney Foley (2010) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, DeGary Ford (1968) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Elizabeth Horton | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Hayden Bennett (2005) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jake McQueary (2005) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jehovah Davis (1966) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jenny Moss | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Linda Calhoun | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Louine Sinclair (1940) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Margie Edwards | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Michael Loy | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Pattie McClister | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Shelby Elezabeth Jones | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Steve Hancock | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Sue Smythe Dowell | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Taylor Phelps | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Todd Dean Powell | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Tori Eaton | (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.

Special services underway for Homecoming at Red Lick Church

by Chris Lagermann, Secretary
Red Lick Church

Red Lick Church will celebrate Homecoming on Sunday May 17, 2026, and the church is preparing for the event by having special themed services on the weeks prior to the event:
  • May 3, 2026, was "Wake Up With the Lord" and wear your pajamas to church!
  • On May 10 (Mothers Day), people are asked to wear a favorite hat.
  • On May 17, Homecoming 2026, Brother Larry Lemmon will lead the worship service at 11amCT. It will be followed by a potluck lunch with grilled hamburgers and hotdogs! Kids will enjoy a bouncy house-water slide, so be prepared with an extra set of clothes and a towel! The dress code for the day is vacation attire.
Please call Missy Lemmon at 270-634-0466 if you have questions. Bill Lagermann 270-432-2320 will be having a Thrivent Financial Action Event and is grateful for financial support from Thrivent. Red Lick Church is located at 3976 Mosby Ridge Road, Edmonton, KY. The Church is looking forward to seeing plenty of new and old friends.


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2026-05-04 09:36:35 | Comments | See topic Church News

Fiscal Court meeting a positive, thankful one

The April, 2026 regular Adair County Fiscal Court meeting was a special one. Every member of the Court - Magistrates, Judge, Deputy Judge, Clerk, County attorney, Sheriff, Treasurer and Jailer, were in agreement on one thing - thank God, not a single one of the first responders was hurt in the Monday, April 20, standoff and shootings that kept everyone focused on the tragedy that unfolded throughout that day.

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2026-05-03 23:04:01 | Comments | See topic Local Government

Latest arrivals at Windmill Farms


2026-05-04 - Adair Co., KY - Photo by Robert Ellis, robertelliswoodworking.com.
Robert writes, "On a whim, I decided to head on over to Stacie Bennett's place to see what new 'toys' he has added to his collection. I try to visit it about once a year, since he's always adding something different and re-arranging things. On this Saturday, he happened to be there and pointed out his semi truck and trailer with some of his latest additions. A man can never have too many antique tractors...right?"


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Letter: considering a green burial

Vonnie Kolbenschlag writes:

When comes the time when I will die I want a biodegradable casket in which to lie. It may be a simple wooden box or just a cloth shroud. And there's to be no embalming fluid allowed.

I want no cremation that requires high electric cost, from burning fossil fuels with polluting exhaust.


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2026-05-03 23:02:43 | Comments | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback

Revival starts May 4 at Flatwoods Separate Baptist Church

From Tina Corbin

Revival starts Monday, May 4, 2026, from 6pmCT until ? at Flatwoods Separate Baptist Church. Bro Joe Bryant will be preaching. Pastor Bro. Billy Hewitt and congregation would like to invite all.

Flatwoods Separate Baptist Church is located at 1025 Wheeler Hill Road, Columbia, KY.


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2026-05-03 21:52:23 | Comments | See topic Church News

What's Cooking in Columbia Today
Click restaurant names for hours, directions, and prices.

Fiesta Mexico of Columbia
819 Jamestown St., Columbia KY. 270-384-6004. Hrs.: 10:30amCT daily; Sun, 11amCT
Authentic Mexican Restaurant
Wednesday Special: Quesadilla Roja Grilled flour tortilla stuffed with chicken or beef with cheese, served with rice, lettuce, sour cream and tomatoes. $8.50

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


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.
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


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


Betty's Country Cooking
MENU | 2339 Campbellsville RD, Columbia, KY (MAP) Phone 270-384-5664 | Non-smoking. Breakfast served anytime. Credit Cards accepted.
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 May 6, 2026:
Breakfast: Pancakes with syrup
Lunch: Cheeseburger on bun or beef steak dippers with A-1 sauce, baby baker potatoes with butter and sour cream, green beans, roll, fresh fruit options

ACMS and ACHS menu for May 6, 2026:
Breakfast: Pancakes with syrup
Lunch: Little Caesar's pizza, garden salad, corn, cookie, 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 Wednesday, May 6, 2026:
Grilled chicken sandwich, potato salad, broccoli, bun, fruit, milk



Big week for Adair Co. Middle School FFA

From Robin Hancock

Adair County Middle School Agriculture/FFA Classes attended field trips to learn more about careers in agriculture mechanics and held their annual banquet this past week. ACMS Ag/FFA students are 7th and 8th graders that attend classes daily to learn about plant science, animal science, ag mechanics, natural resources, consumerism, leadership, and careers in agriculture. In addition, 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students are invited to after school hands-on activities focused on agriculture.

On Monday, April 27, 2026, Adair County Middle School Agriculture/FFA Classes visited Hobdy, Dye, and Read along with Ag Revolution to learn about careers in the ag mechanics industry. Eighth grade students spoke to Mr. Lee Jessee about ag engineering and sales and Mr. Jeff Ford about a day in the life of an ag mechanic.


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2026-05-03 12:39:47 | Comments | See topic Education

4-H Garden Club to meet May 4

From Veronica Arnold
Master Gardener

The 4-H Garden Club will meet at 5:30pmCT on Monday, May 4, 2026, at the Adair County Extension Office, 409 Fairground Street, Columbia, KY. Clubbers will do hands-on activities and be given information on ways to prepare items for the County Fair this summer. Before clubbers leave they will be given garden supplies and fed a tasty treat to celebrate our Garden Club year as well as the start of summer!

Kids of all ages are welcome to attend, and parents are asked to stay with their children for the duration of the short meeting.


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2026-05-03 12:35:38 | Comments | See topic Adair Co. Extension Service

Lawson reveals identity at commencement address


2026-05-04 - Columbia, KY - Photo courtesy Lindsey Wilson University.
Lindsey Wilson English graduate Zachariah Lawson of Williamsburg, Kentucky, who gave the commencement address at the Saturday morning ceremony, reveals his identity as Lindsey Wilson University mascot, Blue Raider Bob.

"I've had the honor of being Blue Raider Bob," Lawson said. "And if there's one thing I've learned - whether in a suit, behind a title or standing here as myself - it's this: showing up matters, bringing energy matters, lifting people up matters, and being part of something bigger than yourself matters."

This was Lindsey Wilson's first spring commencement celebration since becoming Lindsey Wilson University in July, 2025.


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Cody's Wish author coming to Columbia May 23

Paul K. Halloran Jr., author of the Cody's Wish book, will be making two stops in Adair County on Saturday, May 23, 2026:
  • 2pmCT to 4pmCT at Day & Day Feed Mill, 1011 Campbellsville Road
  • 5pmCT to 7pmCT at the Egypt Christian Church Fellowship Hall, 4867 Knifley Road
Halloran will have copies of his book, Cody's Wish: A Boy, a Racehorse and a Fight for Life, available for purchase and signing. The book, which features a foreword by Tom Hammond of NBC Sports, tells the inspiring true story of a boy with Wolf-Hirschhorn syndrome and the racehorse named after him, whose bond captured hearts and led to a Breeders' Cup victory.

Mor information is available at www.codyswishbook.com.


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2026-05-03 12:30:42 | Comments | See topic Books


Remembrances for May 6
In Memory Birthday, Jimmie H. Rodgers, Adair County, KY (1938-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Sammy T. Mann, Jamestown, KY (1940-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Margie Edwards Adair Co., KY (1938) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Virginia Ruth Starnes, Casey Co., KY (1932) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Hazel Gentry, Russell Co., KY, (1924) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Edna Yarberry, Adair County, KY (1919) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lewis (Bud) Wright, Casey County, KY (1929-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mr. Kenneth Ed Hise, Crocus Creek Community (1948-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Anne Elizabeth (Liz) Shaw, Taylor County, KY (1923-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Winfrey Vanoy, Casey County, KY (1953-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Kathy Copley, Taylor Co., KY (1949-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jeanette (Jenny) Wilson Moss, 86, Columbia, KY (1929-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Basil Oneal Roy, 78, Russell County, KY (1937-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In memory birthday, Roberta Miller, Campbellsville, KY (1939-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, L.J. Tucker, 91, Adair County, KY (1925-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mr. Wendell Newman Jarvis, Cumberland Co., KY (1923-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Zachary McDonald, 2 years, Jamestown, KY (2014-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Kathy Ellen Spalding, Lebanon, KY (1959-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Pamela June Hadley, 62, Russell Springs, KY (1955-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Dexter Dewey Berndt, Casey Co., KY (1972-2072) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Timmy Lee Young, Metcalfe Couny, KY (1954) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Gary Ford, Adair County, KY (1968-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bobbie Homsi, 55, Liberty, KY (1966-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Brenda Loy, 74, Columbia, KY (1948-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bro. Stanley Watson, 74, Adair Co., KY (1950-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Christine I. Burris, 97, Amandaville, KY native (1926-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Dale Willis, 82, Campbellsville, KY (1941-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Danny Paul Atwood, Greensburg, KY (1948-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Elaine Chelf, 99, Campbellsville, KY (1921-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Estleen Wright, 87, Campbellsville, KY (1934-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ethel Sells, 86, Glasgow, KY (1934-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Gale Lee Scott, 63, Liberty, KY (1957-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Helen Louise Butler, 76, Columbia, KY (1946-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, James Roberts (J.R.) Bottoms, 73, Knifley, KY native (1948-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Karen Romines, 67, Columbia, KY (1957-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Kaylee Tennison Frost, 28, Hodgenville, KY (1993-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In memory birthday, Odie Roy "Bouncer" Burton (1921-1995) | (Updates/Corrections)

 






























 
 
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