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Commodities Distribution for Seniors on June 19 From Michele Fruth, Director Adair County Food Pantry The monthly commodities distribution for pre-qualified Senior Citizen recipients will be held from 9amCT to NoonCT on Friday, June 19, 2026, at the Adair County Food Pantry, 203 South Monroe Street, Columbia, KY. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-06-18 23:05:02 | Comments
BCF All-American Grill Out on July 5 From Veronica Arnold Berean Community Fellowship invites everyone to join us at NoonCT on Sunday, July 5, 2026, for our All-American Grill Out at the Fairgrounds Pavilion, 413 Fairground Street, Columbia, KY! Start your day with us at morning worship, then head over to the pavilion and enjoy a relaxed time of fellowship as we gather together before the grill out begins. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-06-18 20:22:39 | Comments | See topic Church News
NOAA: Drought conditions predicted to improve NOAA's Climate Prediction Center released its latest seasonal drought outlook for June 18, 2026 through September 30, 2026, showing where drought is expected to improve, worsen, or remain the same over the next 3 months. Columbia is currently in Severe Drought (D2), according to the U.S. Drought Monitor, but over the next 3 months, NOAA's Climate Prediction Center predicts that drought conditions are likely to end. View More Columbia Drought Information Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-06-18 20:18:34 | Comments | See topic Farm and Garden
The Inspirations to sing at ECC on June 25 The Inspirations Southern Gospel Quartet will be in concert at Egypt Christian Church at 6:30pmCT on Thursday, June 25, 2026. (Doors open at 5pmCT). Everyone is invited to attend. Egypt Christian Church is located at 4867 Knifley Road, Highway 551, in Columbia, KY. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-06-18 20:13:57 | Comments | See topic Church News Events scheduled for today, June 19, 2026 All events are listed in Central Time. | Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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ACSO: New anonymous tip line By Sheriff Gary Roy Adair County Sheriff's Office The Adair County Sheriff's Office is excited to announce that it is offering the citizens of Adair County one more way to get information to the Sheriff's Office by adding a new anonymous tip line. So if you want to report any drug activity in your community, if you want to call and give information on anyone with an arrest warrant or any information you feel like that needs attention by the Sheriff's Office, please feel free to call 270-385-1155. The phone will be under the control of a deputy and your call will remain confidential and anonymous. Together we can make a difference. Thank you and God bless you. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-06-18 12:19:42 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports
An open letter concerning construction of data centers As part of a group of volunteers petitioning the county to pass a moratorium on data center construction until important questions are answered, Veronica Arnold has put together the following speech, with citations. By Veronica Arnold Thank you ladies and gentlemen for giving us the opportunity to speak. It is a vital part of our democracy that the people have voice in their government. Today, we, the people of Adair are speaking concerning the construction of data centers. As of the writing of this speech, PEW research center says that there are upwards of 3000 data centers in the US currently operating, with the US leading the world in housing approximately 45% of the world's usage (1). It also states that the centers are being planned are majority in rural areas and largely in places where there are NOT currently data centers (2). It is not new for Americans to live in close proximity to large scale infrastructure; currently 38% of Americans live within five miles of an operational data center, not to mention the countless Americans who live near airports, rail lines and other major forms of infrastructure (3). We understand that we need to maintain American dominance and progress in the world of technology. We just want to ensure that proper planning and protections are being made in advance to protect economic growth, quality of life, and environmental impacts. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-06-18 12:16:00 | Comments | See topic Local Government
Summer Feeding meal pick up moved to Friday From Dayna Parnell Adair Co. School Food Service Director Due to the threat of severe weather today, the Summer Feeding Program pickup meals have been changed to tomorrow, Friday, June 19, 2026, from 2:30pmCT to 4:30pmCT, at Adair County Primary Center, 158 Col. Casey Dr, Columbia, KY. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause the families. Please stay aware of the changing weather conditions and stay safe. We look forward to seeing you tomorrow! Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-06-18 11:56:40 | Comments
ACSO: Accident investigation on KY1952 From Sheriff Gary Roy Adair County Sheriff's Office On Monday, June 15, 2026, the Adair County Sheriff's Office responded to KY HWY 1952, to a motorcycle vs vehicle collision. Bruce Thompson, age 41, of Columbia was operating a 2003 Yamaha motorcycle, on the wrong side of the roadway and struck a Chevy Tahoe head on. The Tahoe was operated by Dustin Alley, age 36, of Columbia. Neither Alley nor his two juvenile passengers were injured. Thompson was taken to a Lexington hospital by Air-Evac for treatment of his injuries. Traffic and criminal charges against Thompson are pending. The collision is being investigated by Deputy Derek Padgett. He was assisted on scene by Chief Deputy Brandon Hitch, Adair EMS, and the Columbia Adair County Fire Department. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-06-18 11:50:51 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports
KELC releases May 2026 unemployment report From Mike Clark/Kim Saylor Brannock Frankfort, KY - Kentucky's seasonally adjusted preliminary May 2026 unemployment rate was 4.5%, according to the Kentucky Center for Statistics (KYSTATS), an agency within the Kentucky Education and Labor Cabinet. The preliminary May 2026 jobless rate was up from the 4.3% reported in April but was down 0.2 percentage points from one year ago. The U.S. seasonally adjusted jobless rate for May 2026 was 4.3%, which was unchanged from April and from the 4.3% recorded in May 2025, according to the U.S. Department of Labor. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-06-18 11:33:17 | Comments
County Clerk to be closed June 19 and 20 From Lisa Greer, Adair County Clerk The Adair County Clerk's office will be closed on Saturday, June 20, in addition to Friday, June 19, 2026. Related: County Offices will be closed on June 19 Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-06-18 10:09:23 | Comments | See topic Local Government
Painting the Twain mural was a dream come true for Mitchell By Duane Bonifer Lindsey Wilson University student Tezon Mitchell '27 had wanted to paint a mural since he was a student at Campbellsville High School. That motivation was born one day in an art class, when Mitchell heard from artist le diegue about how he created the mural "Flowganometric Composition" on a building's wall in Campbellsville. "He showed us how it worked, his thought process behind everything and what kind of opportunities are available in the world with that type of project," said Mitchell, an art major from Greensburg, Kentucky. "It was very fascinating to me from the beginning, but I never really expected that this was something I would be doing with my future." The future came to Mitchell on Monday, June 15, 2026, when he helped dedicate a mural of Mark Twain to celebrate and preview the upcoming "Mark Twain Storytelling Festival," which will be held June 19-20, 2026, at Lindsey Wilson. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-06-18 09:57:25 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University
J Batt rings in new era as UK Athletic Director By Ryan Hoots Sports Director, UntdWeStnd.com Lexington, KY - The University of Kentucky Athletics Department turned a new page this week with the hiring of J Batt as the new Athletic Director and CEO of Champions Blue LLC. Officially marking the end of the over two decade run in the position previously held by Mitch Barnhart. For over 20 years, Mitch Barnhart sat at the head of the table for the Wildcats. His fingerprints are all over the athletic department. New facilities, Coaches hired, Coaches fired, and more sports other than Men's Basketball found success on the national stage. However, somewhere along the way the relationship between Barnhart and the Big Blue Nation became fractured and quite honestly resentful from both sides. That is why when his retirement was announced (without the "golden parachute" part) many fans sighed relief. It was time for it to end. Hiring J Batt signals something different for Kentucky, it shows that they are serious about successfully navigating the new landscape (however treacherous it may be) of college athletics. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-06-18 09:50:13 | Comments | See topic Sports
Jane Lampton Chapter, NSDAR new member ceremony By Lila Ford On Monday, June 15, 2026, the members of the Jane Lampton Chapter, NSDAR held the final meeting of this 2025-2026 season at the Adair County Research and Genealogical Center, 307 Greensburg St., Columbia. We were so thrilled to be welcoming four new members into the chapter, with three of them present. The meeting was called to order by our Regent, and we performed our Rituals and had our prayers. Our Regent then ask for the those becoming members to step forward. The three new members in attendance were Valerie Jane Murrell Adams, Tammy Combest and Kimberley Combest. Other member not present was Devon Jane Adams Jett. Valerie and her daughter Devon have have their ancestor John Tupman, and Tammy and Kimberley have as their ancestor John Cundiff. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-06-18 09:36:12 | Comments Birthdays and Anniversaries for June 19 Happy Anniversary, Danny & Connie Phelps | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Doris "Honey," and Steve Hovious, (1999) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Keith and Ashley Curry (2004) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Lloyd and Melanie Willis | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Brittany Kenyon (1993) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Bryan Feese | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Cathy Abell | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Coty Birdwell (1993) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Dana Mink | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Dustin Page | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jobe Darnell | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Katie Madison Kelsay | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Norman Janes | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Samantha Jo Yates (1989) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Sandy Curry | (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.
Spay/Neuter grants open to city and county Frankfort, KY - The Kentucky Animal Control Advisory Board (KACAB) invites Kentucky county and metropolitan governments to apply for available grants to spay and neuter dogs and cats. Applications are due by July 15, 2026. The board will award up to $3,000 to each government on a competitive basis. Spay/neuter grant candidates can learn more about the program and download the grant application at kyspayneuter.com. The application can be found under "Resources" at the top of the page. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-06-18 09:13:15 | Comments | See topic Local Government
Letter: garage sale ad seen on Columbia Magazine Pam Shearer writes: I submitted my garage sale ad to CM for last Friday & Saturday and had a fantastic turnout! Most people said they saw it on Columbia Magazine.Thanks for sharing this good news, Pam! And thanks to all who are part of the CM family of readers and contributors and sponsors. - LW Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-06-18 08:57:26 | Comments | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
CPD: Florida man arrested for robbery The Columbia Police Department was dispatched to Walmart on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at approximately 9:16amCT, regarding a male subject who had allegedly concealed unpaid merchandise while inside the store. As the subject attempted to exit the store, he reportedly made physical contact with and pushed a Walmart employee who was attempting to intervene. Officers quickly responded to the area and located the suspect at a nearby business. The subject was taken into custody without incident. The arrest was made by Columbia Assistant Chief Drew Conn. He was assisted by Lieutenant Justin Cross and Chief Evan Burton. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-06-17 16:32:03 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Still time to sponsor 2026 Back to School Bash From Trey Stephens City of Columbia | Assistant to the Mayor The City of Columbia is planning their annual Back To School Bash for 11amCT on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at the City Park on Fairground Street. The event will again feature master magician Lance Burton and other acts. The City is very grateful to have received an incredible outpouring of sponsor support from our community. We have already raised over $1,500, which will go directly back to kids during the Back to School event. We will continue accepting sponsorships until July 10, 2026. Sponsor names will be displayed on t-shirts to be given away at the event. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-06-17 15:04:42 | Comments 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, Friday, June 19, 2026: Fiesta Mexico of Columbia 819 Jamestown St., Columbia KY. 270-384-6004. Hrs.: 10:30amCT daily; Sun, 11amCT Authentic Mexican Restaurant Friday Special: Enchiladas Verdes, $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. 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 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 Co. School District Adair Co. Schools Summer Feeding Program, Dayna Parnell, Director of Food Services, 270-384-2476. All children ages 1 - 18 years old who are residents are encouraged to participate in the Adair Co. Schools Summer Feeding Program
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 Friday, June 19, 2026:
ACSO: Columbia woman arrested From Sheriff Gary Roy Adair County Sheriff's Office On Wednesday, June 17, 2026, the Adair County Sheriff's Office responded to a reckless driver complaint on Greensburg Road. The driver was located and taken into custody on multiple charges. The arrest was made by Deputy Sheriff Hunter Tweedy, assisted by Sergeant Deputy Josh Durbin and Deputy Emily Wall. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-06-17 14:54:47 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Aglow Power Encounter is June 20 From Lynelle Frazier Ky South Central Area Aglow will hold a Power Encounter at 4pmCT on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at Tabor Community Church. This worship and ministry and prayer time is free and open to the public. Tabor Community Church is located at 1477 Fairplay Rd, Columbia, KY. For more information contact Brandi Thomas 270-935-7271 Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-06-17 14:49:56 | Comments | See topic Church News
Vintage Ford Bronco is KJA raffle prize From Megan Blaney Elizabethtown, KY - Give 270, an Elizabethtown-based nonprofit, has announced a new charitable raffle featuring a restored 1989 Ford Bronco Eddie Bauer Edition with original interior. The raffle is set for Wednesday, December 16, 2026, and tickets are now on sale for $20 each. Proceeds from the raffle will benefit the Kentucky Jailers Association (KJA) and its scholarship fund, helping support the higher education and career goals of students connected to Kentucky's jailer community. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-06-17 14:44:33 | Comments Last 10 Posted Obituaries:
Remembrances for June 19 In Memory Birthday Miss Loneta Sublett (1926-2009) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ricky (Rick) Huckaby, Columbia, KY (1957-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Terry Lee Gadberry, Liberty, KY (1961-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Roger McFarland, Russell Springs, KY (1952-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ida Dee Price, Gradyville, KY native (1945-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ron (Bat) Masterson, Campbellsville, KY (1943-2020) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dr. Garnett Jones Sweeney, Liberty, KY (1914 | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Pauline Hamlett Rogers, Adair Co., KY (1922 | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sheila K. Moore, Russell County, KY (1962) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Marlene Hogue, Yosemite, Casey Co., KY (1936) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Paul Morgan, Russell County, KY, (1938) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ruby Yaden, Casey Co., KY (1925-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rayeleana Butrum, 27, Russell County, KY (1986-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jewell E. Spears, 73, Cumberland Co., KY (1940-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Norman Gene (Sonny) McAllister, Taylor Co., KY (1935-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Velma Rachele (Lollar) Cross, Metcalfe Co., KY (1948-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Harlon Franklin, 79, Adair County, KY (1935-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Claris Delaine Roy, 84, Russell Co., KY (1930-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Priscella N. Brown, 87, Casey Co., KY (1928-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kathern Akin, 77, Green County, KY (1938-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ricky Jeffries, Taylor Co., KY (1962-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Patricia Edwards Bertrand, 71, Green Co. KY (1946-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Norman (Bally) Janes, 69, Taylor Co., KY/Green Co. native (1948-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Billy Wayne Skaggs, 80, Green County, KY (1938-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bill Cooley (1932-2006) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Charles Roy Grider, 84, Jamestown, KY (1937-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Clarence Colvin, 89, Campbellsville, KY (1932-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Edward Thomas Barrett, 78, Russell Springs, KY (1944-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Elrena Dooley Russell (6/19/1929-12/10/2006) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Georgina Rosario Vasquez, 77, Greensburg, KY (1944-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Geraldine Cox, 82, Campbellsville, KY (1939-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Herbert Ray Holmes, 81, Columbia, KY (1939-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Homer Langdon, 70, Casey County, KY (1947-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ivan Melford Curnutte, 85, Greensburg, KY (1935-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James E. Snow, 72, Jamestown, KY (1950-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jimmie Rose Garrett, 90, Columbia, KY (1933-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Etha Wheat, Adair Co., KY (1937-2011) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Paul D. Rogers, 79, Taylor County, KY (1939-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ray William Cunningham, 80, Campbellsville, KY (1942-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Shannon Miller | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Tammy Denise Gibson Ballard, 50 Edmonton, KY (1967-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William Woodruff Cowan, 84, Columbia, KY native (1933-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) |
 
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