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Congratulations to award winning Laker Band

Congratulations to the Russell County Laker Band and Color Guard, performing in their stunning lemon yellow uniforms, at the 2026 Gerrard County Invitational. Awards they brought home included Best Overall Visual, Best percussion, and more in this winning season. Our thanks to Mike Scales of 92.7 the Wave for sharing the news.

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2026-09-30 11:01:25 | Comments


New men's shelter ready to help those in need in Columbia


2026-09-30 - Columbia, KY - Photo by Paul Abell.
Joy Ministries had been praying for help to meet the need for a men's shelter in Columbia. This building was the answer. It was placed this week in the lot beside the 911 Center and in use just hours afterward. Included in the picture taken by Paul Abell at the opening are: Dean and Valerie Adams, Kisha Burton, Faith Anderson, Deidra Derman, Crystal Cundiff, Hannah Peck Walker, Mary Beth Phelps, Mark and Carol Klingberg, John Davis, Adam Shepherd, Dennis Loy Richard Phelps, ACJE Larry Russell Bryant, Bridgett Compton, and Mayor Pam Hoots.


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Phillip Coffey - Crown King of Keltner

By Phillip Coffey

Cedar shavings piling up between my young knees.
Lot of happy people near Keltner General Store.
Ole folks in their 40(s) pitching horse shoes.
My 'little Heaven' when I was in my teens.

'Crown King of Keltner' approaching fourteen.
Got my bequeathing rising beneath a log truck.
'Wash the blood off son with that garden hose.'
'Now you move on' - wishing me good luck.


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2026-09-30 10:40:30 | Comments

Current Local Conditions
Adair: 86 F
Casey: 84 · Cumberland: 88 · Green: 86
Metcalfe: 86 · Russell: 86 · Taylor: 86
Updated at 1:00pm Wednesday, September 30, 2026
  High/Low: 86 F / 54 F
SLP: 1015.5
Wind: SSW at 4
Dewpoint: 53 F
Relative Humidity: 33.04%
Precipitation: 0 in. today

Kentucky Mesonet Links:
Adair Co. - Casey Co. - Cumberland Co. - Green Co. - Metcalfe Co. - Russell Co. - Taylor Co.

National Weather Service Links:
Burkesville. Campbellsville. Columbia. Edmonton. Greensburg. Jamestown. Liberty. Russell Springs


Football: Adair County falls to LaRue in home contest

By Trey Stephens, Staff Writer

On Friday, September 25, 2026, the Adair County Indians Varsity Football team fell at home 50-10 to the LaRue County Hawks.

The Indians are now 4-2 on the season. They were able to muster some offense, especially in the first half, with Callum Darnell carrying the lone Tribe touchdown on the night. Unfortunately, what was a battle in the first half became much more one-sided in the second half.


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2026-09-30 08:34:48 | Comments | See topic Sports


LWU students find peace, comfort at Abbey of Gethsemani

By Duane Bonifer

Trappist, KY - Students in a Lindsey Wilson University history class took a step back in time by about 1,500 years on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, with a visit to the Abbey of Our Lady of Gethsemani in Nelson County, Kentucky.

The 19 students, who were part of history professor Elizabeth Tapscott's "History of Christianity" class, visited the oldest continuously operating monastery in the United States after reading the "Rule of Saint Benedict," a sixth century guide for Christian monastic living written by Italian monk St. Benedict of Nursia.

"It's an opportunity for them to interact with the historical material we have studied, as well as with people we are going to continue to study throughout the course, in a tangible way," said Tapscott, who has taken three other classes to the abbey. "By taking this trip, students realize some of the timelessness of what we discuss in class."


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2026-09-30 08:27:51 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University

Events scheduled for today, September 30, 2026
All events are listed in Central Time. | Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
10:45amCTLWU Fall Chapel: Benson Sexton and Travis Smith (ID:71104 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
5:30pmCTBible Study at Summersville Baptist Church (ID:71215 | 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.

Travel: Auburn Marching Band at Jordan-Hare Stadium


2026-09-30 - Auburn, AL - Photo by Trey Stephens.
The Auburn marching band doing their famous march into Jordan-Hare Stadium for the Auburn game with the Vanderbilt Commodores on Saturday, September 26, 2026. The band shows off their incredible talent and massive numbers in the lead up to every Auburn Tiger home game.

Jordan-Hare Stadium was originally built in 1939 and is now one of the largest venues in the nation, with a seating capacity of just over 88,000.


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Words of Wisdom for September 30, 2026
For Day 273 of 2026. There are 92 days remaining in 2026.

From Miss Donna Rieder
"A student said to his master, 'You teach me fighting, but you talk about peace. How do you reconcile the two?'

The master replied, 'It is better to be a warrior in a garden than a gardener in a war.'"

Donna Rieder's Clifty Creek Farm is located at 3190 White Oak Church Rd, Russell Springs, KY (visitors by appointment only). You can reach Donna by email at cliftycreekkikos@aol.com.


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Gov. Beshear orders flags to half-staff on Sunday

From Scottie Ellis

Frankfort, KY - Gov. Andy Beshear has ordered flags at all state buildings to be lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Sunday, October 4, 2026, in honor of KSP Trooper Hayden W. Phillips, 28, who died in the line of duty.

"Trooper Hayden Phillips was a hero who sacrificed everything protecting our people and our commonwealth, and it is our sacred duty to honor him and his family," said Gov. Beshear. "I am asking Kentuckians to join me in continuing to pray for his wife, Jordan, and their three children during this difficult time. If you wish to support them, consider donating to the Kentucky State Police Foundation, where all proceeds will go directly to the family."


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2026-09-29 19:29:10 | Comments

Heritage Revival series at Egypt Christian Church

Egypt Christian Church is hosting a Heritage Revival series in October, featuring some of our former pastors:
  • Sunday, October 4, 2026: Steve Martin
  • Sunday, October 11, 2026: Hugh Withers
  • Sunday, October 18, 2026: Delane Pinkston
All services will begin at 6:30pmCT. ECC is celebrating 150 years of existence this year and invites everyone to these special services. Egypt Christian Church is located at 4867 Knifley Road, Columbia, KY.


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2026-09-29 19:23:15 | Comments | See topic Church News


Dining with the Dead to kick off Family History Month

From Mike Watson

October is Family History Month in Kentucky and the United States is celebrating 250 Years! Adair County is right up there with programs in support of these important events!

This is the twentieth year for the Silent City Cemetery Program. For this important anniversary, there will be an event each Monday evening in October. The first will be Monday, October 5, 2026, in the Columbia Cemetery: Dining with the Dead.

Dining with the Dead was a hit ten years ago, and we are bringing it back once more. The meal will occur on the circular drive inside the cemetery. Tables will be used from which to serve soup and sandwiches, drinks and desserts. It is pot luck, so bring something if you can, but most importantly bring yourself, an interest in local history, and your chair so you can sit and dine. After the meal--which will begin at 5:30 local time--Dave Thomas and Mike Watson will give a short presentation on the history of this cemetery and on burial grounds in general.

Please park at the Justice Center parking lot or the Farmer's Market lot and walk up to the Old Section just like we do for Lanterns & Tombstones Tours. Parking in the cemetery is discouraged because those will have to leave in reverse order as there is no turning around or driving through possible that evening.


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2026-09-29 19:19:57 | Comments


Featured Classified

TWO JOBS OPEN AT LWU in the Registrar's Office

Transfer Records Specialist
Lindsey Wilson University is seeking applicants for a Transfer Records Specialist in the Registrar's Office. The position will be responsible for a variety of tasks involving, but not limited to, transfer evaluations, transcript posting, and degree audits. Applicants must be detail-oriented, have excellent communication skills, and the ability to maintain confidentiality and integrity of records. Candidates should have the ability to take initiative and multi-task as well as possess excellent time management skills. This position requires independent and collaborative work and candidates must be familiar with Microsoft and Google platforms and will learn to utilize our in-house systems including BANNER, DegreeWorks, Raptor, and Equate.
Bachelor's degree and 2 years of office experience preferred but not required.
To apply, please submit a letter of interest and resume through the Lindsey Wilson University online employment application - https://portal.lindsey.edu/forms/hr/employmentApplication/index.cfm . The selection process will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Lindsey Wilson University is an EOE.

Student Support Specialist
Lindsey Wilson University is seeking applicants for a Student Support Specialist to join our Registrar's Office team. The Registrar's Office is responsible for the collection, management, and housing of all official student records. The Student Support Specialist duties will include, but are not limited to, customer service, student registration, file management and correspondence. Applicants must have excellent time management and organizational skills. Computer skills must include proficiency in Windows and Microsoft Office software, excellent communication skills and the willingness and capability of learning various specialized software utilized by the University. We are looking for an individual who has a strong sense of integrity who can maintain strict confidentiality who possesses a desire to serve our campus community through active caring and meaningful support.
A Bachelor's Degree or a minimum of 2 years of office experience is required. Those with prior experience in Higher Education Administration are preferred.
To apply, please submit a letter of interest and resume through the Lindsey Wilson University online employment application - https://portal.lindsey.edu/forms/hr/employmentApplication/index.cfm . The selection process will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Lindsey Wilson University is an EOE


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Birds of Kentucky: Magnolia Warbler


2026-09-30 - Central Kentucky - Photo by Pen.
A Magnolia Warbler catches an inchworm.


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City sends thanks for 9 to 5 Day participation

From Trey Stephens
Assistant to the Mayor | City of Columbia

The City of Columbia would like to thank everyone that participated in 9 to 5 Day by wearing pink in honor of the late Dolly Parton. Further thanks go out to our City Street and Parks & Recreation Staff who helped turn the City Fountain pink in Dolly's honor on Friday.

We hope the memory of Dolly will continue to permeate throughout our community and inspire kindness and caring always.


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2026-09-29 19:18:05 | Comments | See topic Local Government


Mail-in absentee ballot request portal is open

From Lisa Greer, Adair County Clerk

Kentucky's online mail-in absentee ballot request portal opened on Saturday, September 19, 2026. The deadline to request a mail-in absentee ballot is Tuesday, October 20,2026.

You can request a mail-in absentee ballot at govote.ky.gov or by calling the Clerk's Office at 270-384-2801. Voters must have a designated reason, per https://vrsws.sos.ky.gov/abrweb.

Ballots may be returned by mail or dropped off in the Ballot Drop Box at the Adair County Clerk's Office, 424 Public Square, Ste3, Columbia, KY, during normal business hours; Mon-Fri 8amCT to 4pmCT or First and Third Saturdays (unless a holiday weekend), 8amCT to 11amCT. Ballots must be in our office by 6pmCT on Election Day, November 3, 2026.

Reminder: Monday, October 5, 2026, is the last day to register to vote in the 2026 Kentucky General Election. Register online or check your current registration at govote.ky.gov (new/update registration) by 4pm local time.


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2026-09-29 10:19:01 | Comments | See topic Politics


Trooper Hayden Phillips a graduate of Russell County HS

From Mike Scales, WHVE Radio

The community and law enforcement agencies across the Commonwealth - especially Russell County - are grieving the loss of Kentucky State Police Trooper Hayden Phillips, who was shot and killed in the line of duty during a traffic stop along Interstate 65 in Warren County.

Trooper Phillips, a 2016 graduate of Russell County High School, spent his life in dedicated service to his neighbors. Long before donning the KSP grey uniform, Phillips served locally as a first responder with the Russell Springs Fire Department and Russell County EMS. He went on to serve as a police officer for both the Russell Springs and Glasgow police departments before fulfilling his dream of joining the Kentucky State Police, where he was assigned as Unit 369 with Post 3 in Bowling Green.


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2026-09-29 10:14:12 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports


Governor fast-tracks CDLs for veterans

From Scottie Ellis/Naitore Djigbenou

Frankfort, KY - On September 29, 2026, Gov. Andy Beshear removed an employment barrier for veterans and active-duty military by signing an emergency regulation to fast-track Commercial Driver's Licenses (CDLs). The action waives the written CDL test for eligible current and former service members who operated commercial-style vehicles within the past two years, easing their transition into civilian employment.


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2026-09-29 10:11:39 | Comments | See topic Veterans and Veterans Day


Football: Adair Co. vs. Larue Co.


2026-09-30 - Columbia, KY - Photo by Trey Stephens.
A beautiful sunset on a tough night of football. The Indians battled hard in the first half, but the game was much more one-sided in the second half, ending in a 50-10 Larue Co. victory.


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Revival and Homecoming at Cane Valley Christian Church

From Nancy Cundiff

Cane Valley Christian Church will have revival services at 6pmCT nightly on Friday, October 2, and Saturday, October 3, 2026. Bro Fella Wilson will be bringing the message.

Cane Valley Christian Church will be holding Homecoming services at 10:15amCT on Sunday, October 4, 2026. Bro Godfrey Jackson will be preaching, and a meal will follow. Everyone is invited

Cane valley Christian Church is located at 2250 Cane Valley Road, Columbia, KY.


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2026-09-29 09:32:12 | Comments | See topic Church News


LWU Faculty present at Appalachian College Association Summit

By Duane Bonifer

A pair of Lindsey Wilson University professors helped extol the benefits of a summer Appalachian College Association program at the consortium's recent meeting.

Lindsey Wilson's Karly Flynn '17 and Jennifer Furkin '06 took part in a panel at the Appalachian College Association Summit where they reflected on and shared their experiences with the association's Teaching & Leadership Institute. The ACA Summit was held Sept. 23-25 in Asheville, N.C.

"We communicated what we do at the Teaching & Leadership Institute and how it can help faculty at our schools become more effective in the classroom," said Furkin, who is a member of Lindsey Wilson's communication faculty.


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2026-09-29 09:26:52 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University

Birthdays and Anniversaries for September 30
Happy Anniversary, Ed and Lynne Darnell | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Terry and Rita Hadley (1972) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Tony and Scotty Thompson (1980) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday Judy Coomer | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Anna Beth Sharpe (2008) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Caleb Ryan Morgan (2009) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Chaseton D. Hadley | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Cheri Stephens (1965) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, David Breeding | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Garet Day | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, James Murphy | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jasmine Hammond (1991) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Katherine Curry | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Kathy Tarter | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Katlyn Robertson (1991) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Keaton Kessler | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Meredith Compton (2002) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Michelle Murrell | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Sara Burris | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Sarah Thompson Dean (1992) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Savannah Bohannon (2010) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Sheri Norris | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Steve Bragg | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Terry Goodin | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Tyler Absher (1992) | (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.

Mayor, schools highlight Suicide Prevention & Awareness Month


Call or text 988 if you or someone you know needs immediate emotional support.


From Trey Stephens
Assistant to the Mayor | City of Columbia

Last week, Columbia Mayor Pam Hoots met with representatives from Adair County Schools to proclaim September as Suicide Prevention & Awareness Month. Joining Mayor Hoots were Sophie Taylor, Kilee Foster, Braylee Corbin, SRO Corey Meyer, Kim Lucas, Krystal Miller, Brittany Faulkner, Jessica Froedge, and Columbia Chief of Police Evan Burton.

The proclamation read as follows:


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2026-09-29 09:24:43 | Comments



Verify your registration at: GOVOTEKY
Registration Deadline is October 5, 2026, at 4pm.


Rylee Held runner up at Bracket Finals in Montgomery

From Paige Held

Our daughter Rylee Held won Runner Up at the Sportsman Southern Bracket Finals held September 24-27, 2026, at Montgomery International Dragway in Montgomery, AL. Rylee raced with team London Dragway in the Jr. Dragster division at 10 years old.

Ten-year-old Rylee competed against more than 65 drivers from 15 teams across the south, racing against some of the best junior racers from around the country. She's just a small town girl doing big things in the drag racing community!


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2026-09-29 09:12:25 | Comments | See topic Sports

Lindsey Wilson University students learn about Thomas Merton


2026-09-30 - Trappist, KY - Photo courtesy Lindsey Wilson University.
Brother Luke speaks to Lindsey Wilson University students near the grave marker of Thomas Merton, who was known as Father Louis Merton. Merton, who was Kentucky's most famous religious thinker and writer, died in 1968.

The students were in history professor Elizabeth Tapscott's "History of Christianity" class, who visited the Abbey of Our Lady of Gethsemani on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, in Nelson County


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CPD: Columbia man arrested for drug possession

The Columbia Police Department conducted a traffic stop on Russell Springs Road on Friday, September 25, 2026, at approximately 11:30pmCT.

During the traffic stop, officers conducted a search of the vehicle and located suspected drugs and drug paraphernalia.

The driver was arrested without incident. Columbia Police Officer Colton Nunn was the arresting officer. He was assisted by Columbia Police Officer Dustin Bunch.


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2026-09-29 09:02:58 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports

KSP: Trooper Hayden Philips killed in line of duty

Kentucky State Police released information that the trooper killed in an officer-involved shooting in Warren County on I-65 today, Monday, September 28, 2026, was Trooper Hayden Philips, Unit 369. Philips was a graduate of Cadet Class 103.

He was a husband and father of three children. He loved helping others, according to local connections who said they knew he would grow up to be a first responder. As a kid, he would put out fires in a burn barrel in the front yard, dressed in his firefighter uniform. We will have more information as it is released from the KSP.


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2026-09-28 19:58:09 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports

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.
New Menu for Fall 2026!
Get plates or sandwiches with shoulder, pulled pork, pulled chicken, ribeye & brisket, hot dogs, chili dogs, chuck wagon, catfish, richie rich burgers, pork burgers, df burgers (dipped in hot sauce), slaw burgers, philly cheese steak sandwiches, or smoked bologna. Sides include baked beans, potato salad, slaw, vinegar slaw, grilled cabbage, and mac & cheese. There's also sweets and snacks on the new menu.
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 September 30, 2026:
Breakfast: Waffles with syrup
Lunch: Hot dog on bun or boneless chicken wings with dipping sauce, french fries, macaroni and cheese, fresh fruit options

ACMS menu for September 30, 2026:
Breakfast: Waffles with syrup
Lunch: Boneless chicken wings with dipping sauce, french fries, macaroni and cheese, fresh fruit options

ACHS menu for September 30, 2026:
Breakfast: Waffles with syrup
Lunch: Boneless chicken wings with dipping sauce, french fries, macaroni and cheese, 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, September 30, 2026:
Pork chop, green beans, sweet potatoes, roll, margarine, apple, milk



Adair Co. students enjoy All In for Ag Education Week

From Robin Hancock

All In for Ag Education Week was a big success in Adair County!

It started the week before with a presentation at the Adair County Board of Education monthly meeting, where Adair County FFA Officers Abby Maulden and Katie Kean explained to the board members and audience what agricultural education activities were offered to Adair County Students.

In addition, ACMS students produced a video about Kentucky agriculture facts persuading teachers to use the materials provided by the Kentucky Department of Agriculture, Ag Education and Outreach to teach students about where their food comes from and how it gets to their plates. The video was shared with all Adair County teachers and published on Facebook.

These past few weeks, middle school agriculture classes have been learning about how pumpkins are cucurbits, the pumpkin life cycle, and the 4 P's of marketing- product, price, place, and promotion!


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2026-09-28 10:55:57 | Comments | See topic Education

Fish fry at Victory Community Church on Oct 3

From Rhonda Knight

Victory Community Church will be having a fish fry from 11amCT to 2pmCT on Saturday, October 3, 2026. Meals will include fish, fries, coleslaw, hush puppies, a drink and dessert. Donations only.

Victory Community Church is located at 1165 Russell Road, Columbia, KY.


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2026-09-28 10:38:53 | Comments | See topic Church News

LWU students at Abbey of Gethsemani


2026-09-30 - Trappist, KY - Photo courtesy Lindsey Wilson University.
Lindsey Wilson University students in history professor Elizabeth Tapscott's "History of Christianity" class gather on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, at the Abbey of Our Lady of Gethsemani in Nelson County.


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A weekend to remember a pair of LWU Legends

By Duane Bonifer

They were known as everyone's best friend and the swimming program's dad.

Working mostly behind the scenes, the late Brady Button and Scott Dillery both quietly influenced scores of Lindsey Wilson University students -- Button as a development officer, Dillery as a mathematics professor.

But those were their day jobs. They spent their spare time heavily involved with the university's athletics program -- Button with basketball, Dillery with swimming.

And over the weekend, their contributions to students were celebrated by the Lindsey Wilson community at events that now bear their names -- Button's at the fifth edition of a golf scramble started in his memory, Dillery's at a swim meet that was recently renamed in his memory.


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2026-09-28 10:24:56 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University


Remembrances for September 30
In Memory Birthday, Richard Edward Lee, Columbia, KY (1929-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Marcia Beard, Taylor Co., KY native (1936-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Herald E. Gabehart, Campbellsville, KY (1936-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Grover Junior Rodgers, 74, Taylor Co., KY (1935) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Arlus "Red" Bernard Russell Springs, KY (1926) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Dessie Lou Smith, Windsor, KY (1939) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ward Russell Bryant, Adair Co., KY (1926) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mable McClister, Adair Co., KY (1924) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Michael (Bull) Cowan, Adair Co., KY (1949) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mary Lou Curry, Adair County, KY (1932) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bessie Rae Harmon, Adair County, KY (1935) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Barbara A. Pruyear, Taylor County, KY (1931) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Otis C. Wilham, Casey County, KY (1954) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Billie Jean Corbin, Adair County, KY (1934-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Joe Ann Grant, Adair County, KY (1938-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Orpha Foley, 94, Russell County, KY (1920-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Clifton (Cliff) Bishop, Casey Co., KY, Green Co. native (1955-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jack Freeman Woods, 75, Kings Mountain, Kentucky native (1939-2015 | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mr. Robin Thomas Baldwin, Taylor Co., KY (1960-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory birthday, Mrs. Pauline Goff, Green County, KY (1931-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Paul W. Blair, 85, Russell County, KY (1929-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Janet Schuyler, 64, Russell County, KY (1952-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Dwight Schuyler, 63, Russell Co., KY (1953-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Gerald Doss, 77, Adair County, KY (1939-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Grover C. Johnson Jr., 94, Russell County, KY (1922-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Hester Dell Grider Blankenship, 83, Russell Co., KY (1933-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, DeVonia LeAnn Fancher, 83, Metcalfe Co., KY (1933-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Alice Jean Davidson Booher, Kettle, KY (1937-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, John Ford, 61, Dunnville, KY/Bradshaw, WV native (1956-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Brandon Burns, 34, Columbia, KY (1983-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Alice Jane Cowan, 62, Columbia, KY (1957-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bessie Harmon (1935-2011) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Betty Fudge (1926) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Betty Jo Cox, 82, Campbellsville, KY (1940-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Clarence R. Clark, Adair Co., KY, native (1926-2011) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Everett Wilson, 91, Taylor County, KY (1927-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Garth Roosevelt Dudgeon, 76, Taylor Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, James (Jim) Royce Kelly, 82, Greensburg, KY (1934-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, James W. Stotts, 71, Columbia, KY (1953-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Joanna McCarty, 81, Taylor County, KY (1937-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Joe Stanley Epperson, Jr., 73, Columbia, KY (1947-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, John (Bam) Carney, 51, Campbellsville, KY (1969-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Marie Kemp Murray, Green County, KY (1921-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Martha Elizabeth Stephens, 79, Russell Springs, KY (1940-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Michael Eugene Coppersmith, 58, Campbellsville, KY (1962-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Nova Ray Pulliam, baby girl, Edmonton, KY (2016-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Tatem Ashley Smith Tungate, Campbellsville, KY (1987-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Vickie Lynn Roy (September 30, 1962 - April 14, 1973) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Victoria Coomer, Adair Co., KY native (1937-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)

 

































 
 
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