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VA Service Officer coming to VFW 6097

From Joe Hare, PIO
VFW Post 6097

On Thursday, January 15, 2026, at 10amCT, Doc Cook will be at VFW 6097 500 Greenhills Road Columbia KY to assist any veteran needing assistance with VA claims. This is for ANY veteran needing help and is on a first come first served basis.

Be sure and bring the latest paper work from VA if you have existing claim(s) or a copy of your DD-214 or similar discharge info if you are not yet in VA system. We encourage all vets to enter the VA system.


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2026-01-12 13:00:44 | Comments | See topic Veterans and Veterans Day


Campbellsville University represented at Chamber event


2026-01-12 - Lexington, KY - Photo by Linda Waggener, ColumbiaMagazine.com.
Campbellsville University was represented at Thursday's State Chamber Day event by these staff members. From left are: Josh Switzer, Moochie Hart, Trevor McWhorter and Devin Hughes. CU was also represented in two others - the State Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Ashli Watts is a CU aluma, and the University's Board Chair is Hilda Legg.


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Adair Chamber, Tourism and EDA in Lexington

From Adair Tourism Director Paige Nickel

Columbia Adair County Chamber of Commerce, Tourism and Economic Development were represented at the 31st annual Kentucky Chamber Day dinner in Lexington Thursday. It is an event to celebrate businesses and services, and to focus on how state government is working in their interest.

Starting the program was KET's Renee Shaw, Miss Kentucky sang My Ole Kentucky Home and Adair County's own Hilda Legg led the prayer. Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear came onto the stage to a Tyler Childers song and gave a great speech.


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2026-01-12 11:13:54 | Comments | See topic Chamber of Commerce

Current Local Conditions
Adair: 38 F
Casey: 36 · Cumberland: 30 · Green: 37
Metcalfe: 37 · Russell: 35 · Taylor: 37
Updated at 6:30pm Monday, January 12, 2026
  High/Low: 46 F / 18 F
SLP: 1023.1
Wind: S at 2
Dewpoint: 21 F
Relative Humidity: 48.28%
Precipitation: 0 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


Ryan Hoots: UK Mens Basketball showing up

By Ryan Hoots,
Sports Writer and Director of Sports Media for Untdwestd.com


(LEXINGTON) - So. Kentucky finally showed up to play like a team that actually wants to be good. You know that feeling when your car almost stalls at a stop sign, then suddenly rockets past everyone on the highway? That was Saturday night in Rupp. After looking like they left their skill in the locker room for the first five minutes, UK uncorked a performance that made Mississippi States six-game win streak feel like it was an aberration.

Lets set the scene: the Bulldogs jump out early, because, of course they dowith a 12-point lead that probably had some folks wondering if the Cats were playing without a heart (the boo birds ringing from the Rafters of Rupp would agree). But then the Wildcats decided it wasnt going to be that kind of night, they changed the tone completely.


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2026-01-12 10:53:17 | Comments | See topic Sports


More details on upcoming Farmers Market meetings

By Donna Jones

Welcome to Farmers Market on the Square. If you are interested in becoming a vendor for the season of 2026, you will need to attend the following meetings as we prepare for the season:
  • First Meeting: Thursday, January 22, 2026. Application will be available for you to submit to become a vendor for the season. We will not be taking any dues at this meeting, we will take them at the March meeting. Renewing your certification.

  • Second Meeting: Thursday, February 26, 2026. Return your application to the market manager. Discuss classes needed to achieve certification.

  • Third Meeting: Thursday, March 26, 2026. Pay Dues for the season. Training for Senior and WIC vouchers. Opening date
Each meeting will take place at 5pmCT at the Adair County Extension Office, 409 Fairground Street, Columbia, KY. If you have any questions about the market or becoming a vendor, you may call the market manager at 270-634-2125.


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2026-01-12 10:13:23 | Comments | See topic Adair Co. Extension Service

Events scheduled for today, January 12, 2026
All events are listed in Central Time. | Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
7:00pmCTBasketball: Lady Indians at Larue Co. (ID:70169 | 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.

Adair representatives at annual Chamber Day


2026-01-12 - Lexington, KY .
Columbia Adair County Chamber of Commerce, Tourism and Economic Development were represented at the 31st annual state Chamber Day dinner in Lexington Thursday. From left are: Heather Bryant, EDA; Bridget Compton, Adair County Deputy Judge Executive; Linda Waggener, Chamber Board Member; Paige Nickel, Adair Tourism Director; Larry Russell Bryant, Adair County Judge Executive; and in front are Board Member Tina Thomas and Chamber business member Dave Thomas.


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Letter: Check out the Owensboro Sassafras tree

William Feese sends a tip for Basketball travelers to add to their Owensboro Itenerary:
Friday, when you go to the game (and after you've had your fill of Owensboro's famous barbecue), you might want to drive down Frederica Street toward the Ohio River to see the world's largest Sassafras tree.
visitowensboro.com says, "The largest known Sassafras tree in the world, approximately 300 years old, is located on one of the main streets of Owensboro, in the 2100 block of Frederica Street. The tree measures over 100 feet tall and 21 feet in circumference."


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2026-01-12 10:08:08 | Comments | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback

Basketball: Lady Indians head to Larue Co.

By Trey Stephens, Staff Writer

The Adair County Lady Indians travel to Hodgenville to face the LaRue County Lady Hawks (4-10) on the road tonight.

The Lady Indians come in as winners of three straight, most recently a 51-40 home win over the Casey County Lady Rebels. Meanwhile, the Lady Hawks come into this one having lost five straight, most recently a 51-29 road loss to Marion County. Marion County is the lone mutual opponent for the two teams. The Lady Indians defeated Marion County 46-29 on the road back in mid-December.

Tonight's game is the embarkation of a three-game road trip journey for the Lady Indians. After their trip to face the Lady Hawks, they travel to Tompkinsville to face Monroe County as part of a girl-boy double-header on Tuesday, before heading to Monticello on Monday, January 19, 2026, to face Wayne County.

The Tribe will look to keep their winning ways going as they face LaRue County with varsity tip off scheduled for 7pmCT tonight, Monday, January 12, 2026, at LaRue County High School, 925 S Lincoln Blvd., Hodgenville, KY.


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2026-01-12 10:02:39 | Comments | See topic Sports

New Lindsey Wilson University license plate available

By Duane Bonifer

Lindsey Wilson University supporters in Kentucky can show off their Blue Raider pride and the university's new look when they hit the road in 2026. The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet has released a new edition of the Lindsey Wilson license plate, which features the university's new logo and four words from its mission statement, "every student, every day."

The initial cost of the license plate is $44 and the renewal cost is $31; $10 from each plate goes to the Lindsey Wilson general scholarship fund. The license plate can also be personalized with up to six characters for an additional $25 annual fee.

"This is such a great way for Lindsey Wilson's alumni and friends in Kentucky to show their Blue Raider pride wherever they go," said Director of Alumni Relations Allison Cross '09. "Not only do you get to spread the Lindsey Wilson message throughout the commonwealth and beyond, but you also help Lindsey Wilson students by supporting scholarships."

Lindsey Wilson unveiled a new seal and logo on July 1, 2025, to celebrate the school's transition from college to university. The new logo and seal were created by Bowstring, a Philadelphia-based global creative content studio.

To get a Lindsey Wilson license plate, visit your county clerk's office or go to drive.ky.gov.


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2026-01-12 09:52:40 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University

Gov. Andy Beshear guest speaker at Chamber event


2026-01-12 - Lexington, KY - Photo by Linda Waggener, ColumbiaMagazine.com.
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear was the guest speaker at Thursday's Chamber Day dinner for members across the state.


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Basketball: Indians advance to 2A State Championship play

By Trey Stephens, Staff Writer

On Saturday, January 10, 2026, the Adair County Indians defeated the Taylor County Cardinals 63-60 in the 2A Section 4 Final in Lebanon. The game was razor-thin throughout, with a one point gap at the half in favor of the Tribe, 30-29. The game stayed just as close, with the Indians leading 46-44, at the end of the third quarter. The Indians once again outlasted Taylor County down the stretch, and secure a one-possession win.

Dawson Gilbert lead the scoring for Adair County, with 19, followed by Tylin George with 18, and Landon Blakey with 11. Blakey lead the team in rebounds, with an impressive 14 boards, followed by John Shehan with 10 and Tylin George with eight. The team shot 39% from the floor and 32% from three point range.

A good team needs to be able to win not only when they are playing well, not only when their shots are falling, not only when they can gather rhythm, but a good team needs to be able to win when they are in a rock fight of a game. The Indians were able to edge out a win while shooting a dreadful 39% from the floor, the worst they have shot in any game this season, and that kind of toughness and grit is something that the Tribe will need if they want to win tough games down the stretch and in the postseason.

Adair County moves on to the H&W Dukes Kentucky 2A State Championship, where they will face Bell County (12-2) in the first round. Tip-off is scheduled for 5pmCT on Friday, January, 16, 2026, in Owensboro.

Prior to the trip to Owensboro, the Indians will have to travel to Tompkinsville to face the Monroe County Hawks (9-4). The Hawks have become an annual opponent for Adair County as they have faced off in each of the last six seasons, and twice in the 2020/2021 season. The battle between the Indians and Hawks will get underway following a battle between the Lady Indians and the Lady Hawks, which is set to begin at 6pmCT on Tuesday, January 13, 2026.


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2026-01-12 09:48:36 | Comments | See topic Sports

Cheatham believes national budget can be fixed

Retired Taylor County educator Frank Cheatham shared the following thoughts recently about America's budget problems and one expert's opinion on how to fix them.

"I could end the deficit in 5 minutes," Warren Buffett told CNBC. "You just pass a law that says that anytime there is a deficit of more than 3% of GDP, all sitting members of Congress are ineligible for re-election. The 26th amendment (granting the right to vote for 18 year-olds) took only 3 months and 8 days to be ratified! Why? Simple! The people demanded it. That was in 1971... before computers, e-mail, cell phones, etc. Of the 27 amendments to the Constitution, seven (7) took 1 year or less to become the law of the land... all because of public pressure.


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2026-01-10 20:41:14 | Comments

UK launches Forage Testing Program for livestock farmers

From Madison Pergrem Cannon

Frankfort, KY - The University of Kentucky Division of Regulatory Services (UKDRS), in collaboration with the Kentucky Department of Agriculture (KDA) and the Cooperative Extension Service, has officially launched its Forage Testing Program to help Kentucky producers improve livestock nutrition, reduce feed costs, and promote sustainable agriculture.

With support from the Kentucky Agricultural Development Fund, trial testing began in September 2025, and the program is now fully operational, offering comprehensive nutritional analysis of forages.


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2026-01-10 12:21:06 | Comments | See topic Adair Co. Extension Service

GOP accounts for nearly all new registrations in December

From Nick Storm

Frankfort, KY - On January 9, 2026, the last day to file as a candidate in the 2026 primary election, Secretary of State Michael Adams announced that in December 2025, Kentucky's voter rolls grew by 6,550, with Republicans picking up 5,690 of the net new registrants.

"Eighty-six percent of new voter registrations in December were Republican," Adams said. "This shows the importance of our primary elections, and we hope for a solid turnout in May."

In December, 4,422 voters were removed: 3,906 who were deceased, 232 who moved out of state and re-registered, 170 felony convicts, 66 adjudged mentally incompetent, 17 who voluntarily de-registered, 19 duplicate registrations, and 12 non-citizens.

Republican registration constitutes 48 percent of the electorate, with 1,601,098 voters. Republican registration grew by 5,690 voters, a .36 percent increase. Democratic registration accounts for 41 percent of the electorate, with 1,375,378 voters. Democratic registration fell by 4,580, a .33 percent decrease. There are 372,973 voters registered under other political affiliations (mostly independent), making up 11 percent of the electorate. "Other" registration rose by 1,018, a .27 percent increase.


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2026-01-10 12:18:31 | Comments | See topic Politics

New Lindsey Wilson University license plate available


2026-01-12 - Columbia, KY - Photo courtesy Lindsey Wilson University.
The new Lindsey Wilson University license plate, which is available to Kentucky motorists, features the university's new logo and four words from its mission statement. To get a Lindsey Wilson license plate, visit your county clerk's office or go to drive.ky.gov.


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Red Cross Blood Drive on Jan 28

There will be a Red Cross Blood Drive from 10amCT to 4pmCT on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at at the Holloway Health & Wellness Center, 399 Williams St., Columbia, KY.

To make an appointment, visit redcrossblood.org. Donors who give blood between January 26 and February 28, 2026, will receive a $20 e-gift card to a merchant of their choice.


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2026-01-09 16:18:19 | Comments | See topic Health Care

Fiscal Court to meet Jan 13

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

The Adair County Fiscal Court will be having a regular called meeting at 6pmCT on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, in the basement of the Adair County Annex building, 424 Public Square, Columbia, KY. the public is invited to attend.

In addition to regular business, the agenda includes setting meeting dates for 2026, and waiving fees for cheerleaders to use the Jim Blair Center on January 17, 2026.

Meeting Agenda:


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2026-01-09 16:10:46 | Comments | See topic Local Government

Birthdays and Anniversaries for January 12
Happy Birthday, Betty Coop | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Brenda Neat | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Brian Fudge | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Carol Sue Bennett (1954) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Cloie Grace Grider (2011) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Cole Cooper (1999) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Derek Bailey (1984) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Guy Babin | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, JW Corbin | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy birthday, Nellianna Grant | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Patty Green | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Paul William Bowling (1987) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Rickianne Rogers (2000) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Rickianne Rogers and Becky Rogers | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Shawn Phillips | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Sheavon Curry Taylor | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Todd Wilson | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Treyton Grant (1998) | (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.

Law Enforcement Day proclaimed in Columbia

From Trey Stephens
City of Columbia | Assistant to the Mayor

Mayor Pam Hoots was happy to proclaim January 9, 2026, as Law Enforcement Day in Columbia. She met with local law enforcement officials at City Hall after signing the following proclamation:

Law Enforcement Day, January 9, 2026
  • Whereas, each year on the date of January 9, various towns, counties, and communities in the United States recognize the men and women in our neighborhoods that keep each of us safe;

  • Whereas, on this date we want to recognize the law enforcement in our community;

  • Whereas, the date was created to recognize law enforcement throughout the United States;

  • Therefore, we proclaim January 9, 202 6, Law Enforcement Day in our community.

signed: Pamela Hoots, Mayor City Of Columbia


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2026-01-09 16:04:06 | Comments | See topic Local Government

2026 Spirit of Columbia award nominations now open

Download 2026-01-Spirit-of-Columbia-nomination-form (PDF)

From Trey Stephens
City of Columbia | Assistant to the Mayor

The Spirit of Columbia Awards honor emergency responders in our community that have gone above and beyond the call of duty. The 2026 edition of the awards will be held on Friday, April 3, 2026, at the Columbia City Park pavilion.

An organizational meeting was held at City Hall this week in order to begin planning for the 2026 edition of the Spirit of Columbia awards. This meeting was attended by several emergency agencies including Breeding Fire Department, Adair County Ambulance Service, Columbia Police Department, Columbia Fire Department, and TJ Health Columbia.

Nomination forms are available for pickup at City Hall, 116 Campbellsville Street, Columbia, KY, during normal business hours. Nominations will be accepted until 4pmCT on Monday, February 16, 2026, also at City Hall.


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2026-01-09 12:24:31 | Comments | See topic Local Government

Scenic Adair County - the colors of winter


2026-01-10 - Adair County, KY - Photo by Linda Waggener, ColumbiaMagazine.com.
Warm brown leaves and deep green moss represent the dominant colors of the season around the lakes.


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Basketball: Last second shot decides Battle of Highway 55

Campbellsville, KY - The Lindsey Wilson men's basketball team opened Mid-South Conference play with a thrilling 76-74 road win over Campbellsville on Thursday night, January 8, 2025, in the latest Battle of Highway 55.

Three Blue Raiders scored in double figures, led by Kenyata Carbon's career-high 32 points, including the game-winning buzzer-beater. Latrell Kyles added 12 points and six rebounds off the bench, while Julian Cunningham finished with 10 points, four assists, and three steals. The win moves Lindsey Wilson to (11-4, 1-0 Mid-South Conference), while Campbellsville drops to (14-3, 0-1 MSC).

Lindsey Wilson returns home on Saturday to host Cumberland (TN) at 3pmCT inside Biggers Sports Center, 360 Spickard Drive, Columbia, KY.


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2026-01-09 08:28:16 | Comments | See topic Sports

Little League Picture Schedule

From Daniel Hedges

Little League pictures will be taken before games on Sunday, January 11, 2026, and Thursday, January 15, 2026.

Sunday, January 11, 2026 Picture Schedule:
ArrivePhotoTeamPlay
1:10pmCT1:15pmCTYellow Chiefs2pmCT
1:25pmCT1:30pmCTBlue Chiefs2pmCT
1:40pmCT1:45pmCTCheerleaders group 1
1:50pmCT2:00pmCTCheerleaders group 2
2:05pmCT2:15pmCTGray Chiefs3pmCT
2:35pmCT2:45pmCTBlack Chiefs3pmCT
2:50pmCT3:00pmCTCheerleaders group 3
3:05pmCT3:15pmCTBlue Tribe4pmCT
3:20pmCT3:30pmCTBlack Tribe4pmCT
3:50pmCT4:00pmCTRed Tribe5pmCT
4:05pmCT4:15pmCTOrange Tribe5pmCT


Thursday, January 15, 2026 Picture Schedule:
ArrivePhotoTeamPlay
5:10pmCT5:20pmCTBlue/Gray Indians5:30pmCT
5:35pmCT5:45pmCTRed Chiefs
5:50pmCT6:00pmCTRed Indians6:30pmCT
6:05pmCT6:15pmCTOrange Chiefs
6:20pmCT6:30pmCTOrange Indians7:30pmCT
6:35pmCT6:45pmCTBlack Indians7:30pmCT


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2026-01-08 20:47:11 | Comments | See topic Sports

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
Margarita Mondays!

Monday Special: Burrito Deluxe Two chicken & bean burritos topped with lettuce, tomato & sour cream. $8.99

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


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 6amCT 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 January 12, 2026:
Breakfast: Breakfast Burrito
Lunch: Taco Stix or, Cheesy Bites w/Marinara, Fresh Veggie Cup w/Ranch, Corn, Sidekick, Fresh Fruit Options

ACHS and ACMS menu for January 12, 2026:
Breakfast: Breakfast Burrito
Lunch: Cheesy Bites w/Marinara, Fresh Veggie Cup w/Ranch, Corn, Sidekick, 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 Monday, January 12, 2026:
Beef tips and gravy, mashed potatoes, peas, fruit, roll, margarine, milk



ACMS SBDM Council will meet Jan 15

From Samantha Ellis, Principal
Adair County Middle School

The ACMS SBDM Council's regular January meeting will be held at 3:30pmCT on Thursday, January 15, 2026, in Room 127 at Adair County Middle School, 322 General John Adair Drive, Columbia, KY.


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2026-01-08 20:21:07 | Comments | See topic Education

Free Colorectal Cancer Screening now available for military in KY

Active-duty service members and eligible family members in Kentucky now have access to blood test for colorectal cancer screening with no copay

From Hattie Martin

Guardant Health, Inc. announced on January 8, 2026, that its Shield blood test for colorectal cancer screening (CRC) is now covered for active-duty service members and their families, including in Kentucky, through TRICARE, the U.S. military's health insurance coverage, with no copay for average-risk individuals ages 45 and older.

Shield is the first and only blood test approved by the FDA as a primary screening option for CRC, offering U.S. military troops in Kentucky a more pleasant and convenient option for screening by overcoming barriers associated with other screening methods.


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2026-01-08 20:19:53 | Comments | See topic Veterans and Veterans Day

Basketball: Indians win 63-60!


2026-01-10 - Lebanon, KY - Photo by Trey Stephens.
Above, All Tournament team selection Tylin George with his peice of the net and the trophy, following the Indians 63-60 win over Taylor County in the in 2A4S Finals held at Marion County High School on Saturday, January 10, 2026. The Indians will move on to the 2A State Tournament in Owensboro next week.


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Ethan Coomer visits City Hall

From Trey Stephens
City of Columbia | Assistant to the Mayor

On Tuesday, January 6, 2026, the City was delighted to host a visiting scholar from the University of Kentucky History Department, Ethan Coomer. Coomer is a Columbia native and has been at UK since 2023 studying History. During his time at UK he has studied the US Civil War, with specific research on African American soldiers in the Civil War and Kentuckians in the war. He has also done research and work on Greek History, and has traveled for historical studies in various other countries, including France, Germany, Czechia, Italy, and Austria.

This marked the second visit of scholars to Columbia this week, as the City hosted two visiting scholars from the McConnell Center for Leadership at the University of Louisville on Monday. The two visits this week and many others throughout the year are examples of Columbia being a hub of academia in southern Kentucky with hometown Lindsey Wilson University and other universities such as Tennessee Tech, University of Kentucky, and the University of Louisville conducting research and activities in our community.


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2026-01-08 20:13:34 | Comments


Remembrances for January 12
In Memory Birthday, Merribeth L. Cahoe, Columbia, KY (1951-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Golen Burton, Adair Co., KY (1935) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Kimble (Pete) Gilpin, Columbia, KY (1941) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Betty Hamon, 85, Russell County, KY (1926-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Hazel Cundiff, 89, Russell County, KY (1924-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Irene Crawford Wells, Cumberland Co., KY (1919-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Betty Miller, Knifley, KY (1934-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mattie Collins, Adair County, KY (1919-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bernice L. Gaskins, 87, Russell County, KY (1927-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bobby Shofner, Taylor County, KY (1949-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mary Katherine Wayne, Taylor County, KY (1919-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Sandra Norris, 72, Cumberland Co., KY (1943-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Glenn Holt, Russell Co., KY (1929-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Terry Curry, Taylor Co., KY (1958-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Carol Sue Bennett, 60, Adair Co., KY (1955-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Rhoda Mary Jandt, 81, Metcalfe Co., KY (1934-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, John C. Sandlin, 82, Adair Co., KY (1934-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Charles Richard Goodhue, Cumberland County, KY (1935-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Doug Franklin, 57, Cumberland Co., KY (1959-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Paul Dexter Beard, 71, Taylor Co., KY (1946-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Eudell Montgomery, 81, Green County, KY (1937-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Rhonda (Fudge) Shelton, Adair County, KY (1957-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bowie Lee Rice (2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Alice Jean (Jeanne) Cowherd, 81, Greensburg, KY (1940-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Amanda Hilary Bell, Casey County, KY (1982-2012) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bro. Ralph W. Hadley, 84, Columbia, KY (1938-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Carla Thomas, 59, Russell Springs, KY (1964-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Caroline Sue Scott, 68, Greensburg, KY (1952-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Clara Lee Hall Wright, Taylor Co., KY (1914-2012) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Edward Herfel, Russell Co. KY, (1923-2012) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Hylma Minor, 94, Mannsville, KY (1925-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Iva Dean Luttrell, 89, Liberty, KY (1930-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jeremy Norris, 23, Adair County, KY (1993-2016) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Joyce Furkins, 73, Adair County, KY (1946-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Kathy Clark, 64, Campbellsville, KY (1958-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Marie Porter, 89, Russell Springs, KY (1930-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Patty Green, 76, Columbia, KY (1946-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
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In Memory Birthday, Walter Gregg Young, Sr., Hardin County, KY (1934-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
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