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Silent City Scavenger Hunt on October 19 From Mike Watson Continuing with the Silent City 20th Anniversary festivities, the Adair County Genealogical Society, the Adair Genealogy & History Research Center, and the Adair County Public Library will host a special, one-time event next Monday evening: a Scavenger Hunt in the Columbia Cemetery with a prize for the winning individual or team. Gather at the Research Center, 307 Greensburg Street, Columbia, KY, at 5pmCT on Monday, October 19, 2026, for a list of items to be found and the rules of play. Then all participants will be released at the same time to trek or drive to the cemetery to seek the answers. The first team back to the Research Center with all--or the most--correct answers, will win the prize. Photo answers will be easiest to check, but pen and paper may also be just as much fun! No age limits! For more information, call 270.380.1024 or email adairgenealogy@gmail.com. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-14 18:35:27 | Comments
National Teen Driver Safety Week is Oct 18-24 From Marla Marrs Frankfort, KY - As National Teen Driver Safety Week approaches, Team Kentucky is joining the national effort to protect young drivers and save lives by encouraging teens to buckle up, stay focused behind the wheel, and talk with their parents about safe driving behaviors. Over the past three years in Kentucky, there have been more than 49,000 crashes involving a teenage driver, resulting in more than 13,000 injuries and 197 deaths. NHTSA reports that motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for teens in the United States. Per mile driven, teens are involved in three times as many fatal crashes as all other drivers. To help reduce those numbers, teens and their parents are encouraged to discuss safe driving habits such as buckling up, staying focused behind the wheel, obeying speed limits, and avoiding impaired or drowsy driving. Those are highlighted in NHTSA's six basic rules for the road:
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OCC National Collection Week is Nov 16-23 From Mark Fudge The National Collection dates for Samaritan Purse's Operation Christmas Child are November 16-23, 2026. Once again the Columbia First Church of the Nazarene will serve as the central drop off location for Adair County and the Green River area. The First Church of the Nazarene/Wheet Fellowship Hall is located at 1200 Jamestown Street Columbia, Ky. OCC shoebox donations will be accepted on the following days/hours:
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Agenda for Oct 15 School Board meeting From Carolee Lloyd Admin. Assistant to Superintendent/Human Resource Director Adair County Board of Education The Adair County School Board will meet in regular session at 5pmCT on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at the Adair County Board of Education, 1204 Greensburg Street, Columbia, KY. Meeting Agenda: Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-10-14 13:20:22 | Comments | See topic Local Government 
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VFW Serice Officer visit postponed Update: Due to unforeseen circumstances, Doc Cook will not be able to be at the local VFW tomorrow 15 Oct 2026. We'll post an update when he reschedules. From Joe Hare Service days are for any veteran or spouse. Should you have any questions or concerns about your eligibility, "Doc" is the man you need to see. All it will cost you is a little time as the service is absolutely free. VFW Post 6097 is located at 500 Greenhills Road, Columbia, Ky 42728. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-14 08:21:42 | Comments | See topic Veterans and Veterans Day
Last day to sign up for Little League Basketball From Daniel Hedges Little League Basketball signup forms are due by 5pmCT on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at at Downey Eye Clinic, 1463 Campbellsville Rd, Columbia, KY. I need coaches. Evals are Sunday. More information will follow. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-14 08:20:31 | Comments | See topic Sports 
Boil Water Advisory issued From Columbia/ Adair Utilities District Date Issued 10/13/2026, Time Issued 6:20pm A Boil Water Advisory is in effect for all consumers starting on Burkesville Street at the bypass to the Court House and all side roads, Tutt Street and all side roads, Bomar Heights and all side roads, Harvey Street and all side roads, Curry Street, Allen Street, Rice Drive, and West Guardian Street. The advisory has been issued due to a main line break. Following such an event, the potential exists for bacteriological contamination of the water supply therefore this Boil Water Advisory has been issued as a precautionary measure. Until further notice, boil all water used for drinking and cooking, bringing the water to a rolling boil for three minutes before using. This advisory will remain in effect until the situation has been corrected and test results have shown the water to be of an acceptable quality. For more information concerning the Boil Water Advisory, contact Bradley Miller at Columbia Adair Utilities District, 270-384-2181. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-14 08:18:24 | Comments Featured Classified Wix Filters on Sale at A-1 Auto Supply Wix Filters will be on sale at A-1 Auto Supply from October 14 through 23, 2026. A-1 Auto Supply is lcoated at 629 Hudson St., Columbia, KY. View all classified ads on our Classifieds Page.
Silent City 2026: Richard Phelps as Nathan Braxton Miller Richard Phelps Portrays Nathan Braxton Miller for the 20th Anniversary Silent City, held on Monday, October 12, 2026. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-14 08:16:48 | Comments | See topic Adair Co. Public Library
Hello to you my Garlin friend Bessie Willis remembered Jim Richards at Columbia United Methodist Church Sunday (where his mother Mary Richards was a member) and the Adair County community each of them came from. Bssie said every time she and Jim saw each other, he would say, "hello there my Garlin friend!" And Bessie said she would respond, "hello to you, my Garlin friend." Family and friends said farewell to Jim this week and he is being fondly remembered by all. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-14 03:35:56 | Comments | See topic Obituaries
Candidates welcome to send letters of introduction With only 20 days left until the General Election we remind candidates they are welcome to send their letters of introduction to ColumbiaMagazine.com. We especially welcome letters sharing what ideas and plans they have that will make for improvements in city and county government if they are elected. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-13 20:52:57 | Comments
Millerfield BIC Church Homecoming is Oct 18 From Kayla Hadley Millerfield BIC Church will hold homecoming services at 10amCT on Sunday, October 18, 2026. Chloe and Kolton will be singing, and we'll enjoy a wonderful time of worship and fellowship together. A meal will follow the service! Millerfield BIC Church is located at 1891 Millerfield Rd, Columbia, KY. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-13 07:26:11 | Comments | See topic Church News
Oct 21 LWU SnackChat will explore Appalachian Cryptids By Duane Bonifer Creatures that go bump in the night as well as in the woods will be the topic of the next "SnackChat" at Lindsey Wilson University. English professor Harold Bosstick will help audience members get into the spirit of Halloween when he discusses Appalachian cryptids at 2pmCT on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, in the Thomas D. Clark Reading Room of the Katie Murrell A. Library. "SnackChat" is free and open to the public, and it will include light snacks and refreshments. Cryptids are animals or creatures that people believe exist, even if their existence has not been proven or documented by scientists. Some better known cryptids are Bigfoot, who has reported to have wandered into Southcentral Kentucky; the Kentucky Dogman, also known as the Beast of the Land Between the Lakes; and the wicked half-goat, half-man Pope Lick Monster, also known as the Louisville Goatman. During his October 21 presentation, Bosstick will discuss lesser known cryptids, including the Flatwoods humanoid of West Virginia, the extraterrestrial Hopkinsville goblins of 1955 -- also known as the Kelly Green Men Case -- and the hideous but innocuous squonk of Pennsylvania and the Pocono Mountains. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-10-13 07:21:45 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University
Blakey Quartet to sing at Kelleyville Community Church From Linda Tucker The Blakey Quartet from Jamestown will be singing at Kelleyville Community Church at 10:30amCT on Sunday, October 18, 2026. Bro Matt Pendleton and congregation invite everyone to attend. Kelleyville Community Church is located at 77 Kellyville Rd., Columbia, KY. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-13 07:17:14 | Comments | See topic Church News Birthdays and Anniversaries for October 15 Happy Anniversary, Chris and Dawn Reliford (2011) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Jack and Janis Garrett (1960) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Ron and Ashley Burton (2004) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Alison Burton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Allison Chafin | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Amanda Carney | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Amy Murray Hatcher | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Ayden Kai Strader (2010) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Beverly Jane "Pooh" Burton (1979) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Blake Lawhorn | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Braxton Maddox Gribbins (2012) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Donnie and Leoda Curry (1979) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Elizabeth Comstock | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jennifer Anderson Miller | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jennifer Coomer (1974) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Josh Nagode | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Kaye Bowman | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Lauren Goodin Willis (1990) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Mesti Smith Richards | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Steve Chundy | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tralisa Foster | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Yvonna Lawson | (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.
Lindsey Wilson University Safe Halloween is Oct 30 By Duane Bonifer Area children and their families will get to encounter the world of Minions, travel to the galaxies of the "Star Wars" saga and meet Disney princesses at this year's Lindsey Wilson University "Safe Halloween." The annual Halloween event -- which is free and open to the public -- will be held from 6pmCT to 9pmCT on Friday, October 30, 2026. This year's "Safe Halloween," which will be held for the 32nd consecutive year, will begin in the university's Doris and Bob Holloway Health & Wellness Center, 299 Williams St., where children and their family members will be led by a Lindsey Wilson escort through residence halls, which will be decorated in themes based on various children's and young adolescent stories. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-10-13 07:12:37 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University
General Fund and Road Fund receipts for Sept 2026 Frankfort, KY - State Budget Director John Hicks reported today that General Fund receipts grew 11.3 percent in September with revenues of $1.67 billion. Collections for the month exceeded last September's total by $169.3 million. So far this fiscal year (FY27), General Fund revenues have increased 12.8 percent. The Consensus Forecasting Group (CFG), the body that estimates state revenues, recently updated the official General Fund revenue estimates for FY27 and FY28, which calls for revenue to increase 5.7 percent compared to FY26 receipts. Based on September's official revenue estimate, General Fund revenues must grow 3.6 percent over the remainder of the fiscal year to meet the official estimate. To meet the original budget estimate, revenues would need to decline by 4.6 percent the rest of the year. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-10-13 07:09:55 | Comments | See topic Kentucky 
Excused in-person absentee voting begins Oct 21 Excused In-Person Absentee voting will be available from 8amCT to 4pmCT daily on October 21, 22, 23, and October 26, 27, and 28, 2026, in the Adair County Clerks Office, 424 Public Square, Suite 3, Columbia, KY. Voters otherwise eligible to vote on election day are eligible to vote an in-person absentee ballot during the six (6) business days immediately before the last Thursday occurring before election day if they meet one (1) of the following requirements: Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-10-12 19:40:09 | Comments | See topic Politics
4-H Rabbit and Poultry Club meets Oct 13 The 4-H Rabbit and Poultry Club will have its next meeting at 5:30pmCT on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at the Adair County Cooperative Extension Service located at 409 Fairground Street, Columbia, KY. Youth will learn about the art of showing rabbits and poultry as well as other aspects of the industries. There is a potential for District and State level competition. Each youth must complete 6 educational hours annually. More info at events.mgcafe.uky.edu/events/adair. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-12 19:32:54 | Comments | See topic Adair Co. Extension Service 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, Thursday, October 15, 2026 Fiesta Mexico of Columbia 819 Jamestown St., Columbia KY. 270-384-6004. Hrs.: 10:30amCT daily; Sun, 11amCT Authentic Mexican Restaurant Thursday Special: Enchiladas Rancheras 3 cheese enchiladas topped with pork cooked with tomatoes, onions, bell peppers and enchilada sauce, served with a salad. $8.50 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! 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. New Menu for Fall 2026!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. Adair County Schools Adair Co. School District, Dayna Parnell, Director of Food Services, 270-384-2476 ACES and ACPC menu for October 15, 2026: 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 Thursday, October 15, 2026:
4-H Dog Club meets Oct 13 The 4-H Dog Club will have its next meeting at 5:30pmCT on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at the Adair County Cooperative Extension Service located at 409 Fairground Street, Columbia, KY. Youth will learn about all aspects of dogs and learn how to train their dogs. There are different activities and projects that youth will have the opportunity to participate in. More info at events.mgcafe.uky.edu/events/adair. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-12 19:30:16 | Comments | See topic Adair Co. Extension Service
KY Afield Video: Cumberland River Trout, Bobby Gentry, more On this week's Kentucky Afield, floating the Cumberland River for rainbow, brown, and brook trout alongside Troy Humphrey, revisiting a great fishing trip with a great guy, the late Bobby Gentry... and in the truck with biologist conducting a deer study. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-12 19:25:29 | Comments | See topic Ky Afield Outdoors
Pumpkin Trail contest open to everyone Earlier on CM: Jim Blair Pumpkin Trail 2026 starts Oct 16 Local residents are ready to turn ordinary pumpkins into something spooky, funny or simply unusual for the Jim Blair Pumpkin Trail contest. Individuals, families, businesses and organizations can decorate pumpkins and help fill the grounds with a colorful collection of fall creations. First place will receive $150 in cash, while the second-place winner will take home $75 and third place will receive $25. Pumpkins can be scary, humorous, colorful or completely original, and there is also a little money on the line for those whose creativity catches the attention of visitors. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-10-12 18:18:48 | Comments Last 10 Posted Obituaries:
Remembrances for October 15 In Memory Birthday, Evelyn Fudge Adair County native (1915-2009) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Laura Lane Silverman, infant, Russell Springs, KY | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Darrell Gaskins, Russell County, KY (1960-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lena Hayes Bryson, Glens Fork, KY (1934-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bernadene Cox, Adair Co., KY native (1921-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Hazel Humble Niles, Russell Co., KY (1909) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Eugene Blankenship, Taylor Co., KY native (1931) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Albert Byam Carter, Adair Co., KY (1945) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Willie Milton Janes, Adair Co., KY (1924) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Beverly Luster, Casey County, KY (1959) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Barbara Ann Thacker, Burkesville, KY, (1942) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Susie Elmore, Green County, KY (1922) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jerry Wayne Davis, Taylor Co., KY (1955) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, George R. Harrison, Russell Springs, KY (1973-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Haskel B. Gillock, Casey Co., KY (1944-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Andrew J. Burton, Adair Co., KY (1947-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Willie James Crawford, Clay Co., TN (1936-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Grover C. Gilpin, Adair Co., KY (1917-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Charles William (Old Man Bill) Mattingly, Marion Co., KY (1932-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Larry A. Austin, Russell Co., KY (1949-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Edward Hadley, 93, Glensfork, KY (1921-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Susie Gunter, 87, Taylor County, KY (1927-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Preston Lee York, 85, Cumberland Co., KY (1930-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Barbara Ann Abell, 70, Taylor County, KY (1945-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Michael Allen - Munk - Taylor, Burkesville, KY (1978-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Billy Wayne Gumm, Green County, KY (1935-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Shirley Graybeal, Campbellsville, Taylor Co., KY (1940-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, David Allan Abbott, 63, Burkesville, KY (1954-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bonnie Sue Janes, 85, Columbia, KY (1938-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bro. Irvin Milby, Jr., 85, Green Co., KY (1936-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bruce Edward Ginger, 51, Greensburg, KY (1971-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Carol J. LaMere Boutin, 66, Green Co., KY (1954-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dorland H. Noel (1935-1998) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jason Johnson, 47, Columbia, KY native (1976-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, JC Bernard, 85, Liberty, KY (1935-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jenny Hall Bernard, 77, Liberty, KY (1943-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jerry Lane Jessie, 66, Edmonton, KY (1954-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lillie Pearl (Polly) Banks, 93, Adair Co., KY native (1928-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lois Ann Sapp, 64, Columbia, KY (1959-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Margaret N. White, 57, Russell Springs, KY (1965-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Ann Pendleton, 62, Columbia, KY (1958-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Montrey E. Cox, 73, Taylor Co., KY (1949-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Pauline Posey, 81, Nazareth, KY (1940-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Richard (Tite) Rogers, 83, Adair Co., KY native (1938-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ruby Sharp Passmore, 76, Eli, KY (1943-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Thomas R. Harrison, 75, Adair Co., KY native (1948-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthdays, Forest Reece Hines, Casey County, KY (1922) | (Updates/Corrections) |
 
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