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Adair Co. Ag Development Council to meet July 15 From Nick Roy Adair County Extension Agent for Agriculture & Natural Resources The Adair County Agriculture Development Council will meet at 6pmCT on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, at the Adair County Cooperative Extension Office, 409 Fairground Street, Columbia, KY, to review project applications. The meeting is open to the public. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-07-07 16:40:31 | Comments | See topic Adair Co. Extension Service
Emory Chapel has a new Blessing Box From Renae Smith Emory's Chapel has put up a blessing box in our parking lot. We hope if anyone needs anything they will go by. We also invite everyone to worship with us on Sundays. May God bless you all. Emory's Chapel UMC is located in the Chance Community of Adair County at 1830 Hwy 1952 Road, Columbia, KY. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-07-07 13:00:40 | Comments | See topic Church News
Kentucky taps the brakes on speeding this summer From Marla Marrs Frankfort, KY - As travel increases this summer, Kentuckians are encouraged to slow down, obey posted speed limits and help keep everyone on the road safe. Speed limits are not merely suggestions; they are in place to protect everyone on the road. Driving over the speed limit greatly reduces a driver's ability to react to unexpected situations, such as stopped traffic, road debris or encountering vulnerable road users such as highway workers, pedestrians, bicyclists and motorcyclists. Speeding and aggressive driving are major contributors to roadway fatalities. In fact, approximately one-third of all traffic fatalities in Kentucky involve a speeding or aggressive driver. In response, the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet's Office of Highway Safety (KOHS) is partnering with law enforcement agencies statewide to implement the "Not So Fast, Kentucky" speed awareness campaign through July 31, 2025. "We want families to have a great time exploring all the beautiful things Kentucky has to offer this summer," said Gov. Andy Beshear "But to keep everyone safe on the road, I'm asking all Kentuckians to slow down, stay focused and be patient with each other on the road. Together, we can prevent crashes and make sure everyone gets home safely." Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-07-07 12:45:40 | Comments
Weather looks to be unsettled this week By Daniel Wilson, Storm Alert Center Monday, July 7, 2025: It will be an unsettled weather period this week as we're expecting scattered thunderstorms during the afternoon and evening hours. While severe weather isn't expected, these storms will be capable of producing lightning, localized gusty winds, and brief heavy rainfall. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-07-07 08:46:23 | Comments Events scheduled for today, July 8, 2025 All events are listed in Central Time. | Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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Great Wooded South, Chapter I By Billy Joe Fudge The Nascence As a Forest Ranger with primary duties of wildland fire prevention and fire suppression, I discovered and developed an affinity with that which I named the Great Wooded South. The Great Wooded South is a place; a place of a people and a culture without borders. A place that wraps itself around each of its inhabitants as one's skin envelops sinew, bone and breath. At the same time, a place enveloping all its community of citizens in a life giving forest of hills; of hollows; of rivers, creeks, streams and springs; of bogs; of plateaus; of desert dry ridge tops; of rocky outcroppings, boulders and bluffs; of trees young and old; of clearings both large and small! We all live in this forest and this forest lives in us. It is our home. Yes, your forest, our forest, my forest is the Great Wooded South. South Central Kentucky, South Eastern Kentucky and Northeastern Middle Tennessee are the center of the Eastern Appalachian Foothills and are the heart of the Great Wooded South. I began my career with the Kentucky Division of Forestry on August 1, 1972. Little did I know that it would become much more than a career. It became an identity that would follow me way beyond the 30 years of my employment and indeed would do so for the rest of my life. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-07-06 19:32:32 | Comments | See topic Great Wooded South by Billy Joe Fudge
Worship in the Park on July 13 From Gary Tucker Through The Fire Worship Center is having Worship in the Park at 6pmCT on Sunday, July 13, 2025. We will be having worship service in Veterans Memorial Park (a.k.a. State Roadside Park), 5169 Hwy 55 S, Columbia, KY. Bro. Ben Bland will be the guest speaker for the evening. Through The Fire Worship Team will provide worship. Bring your favorite lawn chair and come join us. Call 270-634-2464 for more information. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-07-06 19:13:30 | Comments | See topic Church News
Letter: First Amendment rights Marty Brown writes: If anybody is wondering who that crazy old lady is on the corner of Campbellsville and Merchant Streets, holding anti-Trump signs on Saturday midday, it's me, Marty Brown. And I'm not crazy, I'm simply exercising my First Amendment rights of free speech and assembly. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-07-06 19:11:49 | Comments | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback Featured Classified JOB OPEN AT LWU: TRANSFER & RECORDS ASSOCIATE Lindsey Wilson University is seeking applicants for a Transfer & Records Associate 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 have excellent communication skills, computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft, the ability to maintain confidentiality and integrity of records, detail orientation, the ability to take initiative and multi-task, excellent time management skills. This position requires independent and collaborative work. Bachelor's degree and 2 years of office experience preferred but not required. Applicants must send a letter of interest, resume, and application to Human Resources, Lindsey Wilson University, 210 Lindsey Wilson St., Columbia, Kentucky 42728 or via email to hr@lindsey.edu. LWU is an EOE. View all classified ads on our Classifieds Page.
Restore the Broken to sing at Through The Fire Worship Center From Gary Tucker Through the Fire Worship Center is hosting Restore the Broken (from WV) at 6pmCT on Saturday, July 26, 2025. Seating is limited and doors will open at 4:30pmCT. There are no tickets as it is FREE. Through The Fire Worship Center is located at 24 Burnett Road (on Old Burkesville Loop), Columbia, KY. Call 270-634-2464 for more information. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-07-06 19:10:09 | Comments | See topic Church News
Boil Water Advisory lifted for Milltown Church Rd area From Columbia/Adair Utilities District July 6, 2025 As of 12:38 p.m. on July 6, 2025 the Boil Water Advisory for customers on 911-3300 Milltown Church Rd and all side roads has been lifted by the Division of Water. This means your water is safe for human consumption. You no longer have to boil your water. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-07-06 19:07:42 | Comments
Travel: Exploring Detroit, Michigan By Trey Stephens, Staff Writer My latest bit of travel took me to a city that has found its way into a place of notoriety for all the wrong reasons over the past couple of decades. Whether it be a financial crisis within local government, a population decrease, abysmal sports teams, or something else, Detroit has certainly been through their fair share of recent struggles. But, let me just say, a lot has changed in recent years. Downtown Detroit has undergone a large revitalization, complete with an influx of new retail, housing, and entertainment as well as corporate offices. The majority of the changes have come in three distinct downtown areas: Greektown, Campus Martius, and Grand Circus. The city also offers renewed areas expanding out from downtown in Troy, Mt Clemens, and the quickly growing neighborhood of Corktown. Corktown features one of Detroit's most notable attractions, the recently restored Michigan Central Station. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-07-06 10:37:38 | Comments
Start small in order to save for emergencies With higher costs for most basics, it might be hard to imagine how you can save money for an emergency fund. Indeed, 27 percent of all U.S. adults have no emergency savings at all, according to a Bankrate 2024 report. About 29 percent could not cover three months of expenses with their savings. Financial experts recommend savings that could take care of six months of expenses to cover things like health emergencies, car repairs, or job loss. While six months of savings may seem like a dream, even a small amount of savings can keep you from going into credit card debt at double-digit interest rates, the kind of debt that is very difficult to escape. So how do you do it if you are starting from scratch? Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-07-05 23:21:28 | Comments
Adair Co. Road Department receives new Peterbilt truck From Bridget Compton Adair County Deputy Judge Executive, Road Administrative Assistant & Solid Waste Coordinator On Tuesday, July 1, 2025, Adair County Judge Executive Larry Russell Bryant and Adair County Road Foreman Barry Hamlett were on hand for the delivery of the new Peterbilt truck delivered from Adair County's own Martin's Peterbilt. They were joined by Darin Sizemore, General Manager of Martin's Peterbilt in Adair County and Keith Begley, from Martin's Peterbilt's Lexington office. When Martin's Peterbilt chose to locate in Adair County, they started with just 8 employees -- and have since grown to nearly 30! We're excited to see the growth and success they've achieved in such a short time. Don't forget to support your local businesses! Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-07-05 12:47:32 | Comments | See topic Local Government
Paint the Town spots going fast From Trey Stephens The City of Columbia is preparing to host our annual Paint the Town event on the Public Square in downtown Columbia from 4pmCT to 8pmCT on Thursday, July 24, 2025. Several vendors and food trucks will be in attendance, including Luxe Lemon, Cindy's Diner, and Down Home Eats and Sweets. If you or your organization would like a spot, please call City Hall at 270-384-2501 soon, as they fill up very quickly. If you currently have a spot and would no longer like one, please let us know so that we can make it available to others. Currently almost 30 individuals or organizations have reserved their spots. Below is a list of those who have already reserved a spot: Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-07-05 12:41:16 | Comments Birthdays and Anniversaries for July 8 Happy Anniversary, Randy and Angie Smith | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Ronnie and Joyce Kelley | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Addie Elise Baker (2009) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Andrew Benton Green | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Annette Curry | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Benjamin Bault, (1984) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Christian Ford (1993) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Corbin E. Hobaugh (2015) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Devin Akin (1998) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Gail Hadley Ferrill | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jeff Wall | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jerica Couch | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jonathan Grant (2001) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Josh Wilson | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Lana Roy | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Madison Grace Smith (2002) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Michael Stephens | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Nick Humphress (1992) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Phyllis Stone | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Roberto Pedroza | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Samantha Crider (1993) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Summer Greer | (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.
Fishing Creek Campground at Lake Cumberland Reopens By Lisa Clark, 92.7 The Wave SOMERSET, KY - Fishing Creek Campground at Lake Cumberland has reopened and is now available for first-come, first-served camping through the remainder of the 2025 recreation season. Maintenance crews replaced more than 400 feet of water line, digging through solid rock to remove the aging, 30-year-old pipe and install new line with additional shut-off valves to improve future service. Additional water line repairs are scheduled after the camping season ends. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-07-05 09:33:30 | Comments
Bear sightings can increase during summer Frankfort, KY - As young male black bears disperse from their primary range in eastern Kentucky during summer months, biologists and game wardens with the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources want to remind the public that sightings are possible across the state. "We typically hear about sightings of black bears in unusual areas in early summer as they roam out of mountain counties," said John Hast, Bear Program coordinator. "These juvenile bears can easily wander into populated areas, even city centers, because they don't yet know any better. Confused and scared, they may hide during the day and exit the area at night. Residents should keep their distance, remove all food sources and let the bear move on when he feels safe to do so." Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-07-04 17:34:13 | Comments
Homecoming Service at Bearwallow Church From Chris Corbin Bearwallow Church will be having its annual homecoming service at 9:30amCT on Sunday, August 3, 2025, with Elbert Hadley speaking and music from the group His Heart. Bearwallow Church is located at 6090 Liberty Road, Columbia, KY. Everyone is invited! Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-07-04 17:25:55 | Comments | See topic Chamber of Commerce
Photos from the Campbellsville Fourth of July Parade CM contributing photographer Robert Ellis was on hand for Campbellsville's annual Fourth of July Parade, on Main Street in downtown Campbellsville, on Friday, July 4, 2025.
Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-07-04 14:35:40 | Comments | See topic Robert Ellis 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 Tuesday Special: Quesadilla Verde Grilled flour tortilla stuffed with chicken or beef with cheese served with rice, lettuce, tomato & quacamole. $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! 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 Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 530amCT to 8pmCT, and on Sunday from 8amCT to 3pmCT 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 Tuesday, July 8, 2025:
Taylor Co. Site Development project approved From Scottie Ellis/Brandon Mattingly Frankfort, KY - On July 3, 2025, Gov. Andy Beshear announced further investment in Kentucky's build-ready, job-ready site development efforts as Boyle, Hopkins, Laurel, Montgomery, Pulaski and Taylor counties were approved for over $7 million in state funding to spur future investment and job creation. "We're making sure our local communities have the tools and support needed to secure major economic development projects that can create new jobs and opportunities for our people," said Gov. Beshear. "We want folks to know our New Kentucky Home is the best place to do business, and programs like this help businesses get up and running fast so they're set up for success. Congratulations to all of the communities and sites who received approval today and to those moving ahead in this process." The Kentucky Product Development Initiative, or KPDI, provides funding for local communities to boost investment in site and building upgrades to support future, well-paying jobs and economic growth across Kentucky. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-07-04 08:59:07 | Comments
Carol Perkins: The Fourth of July Previous Column: They come out of the woodwork By Carol Perkins On this 4th of July, most of us will place our flags on our porches, join friends for picnics, light firecrackers, watch fireworks, and be grateful for living in a country of choices. Guy and I will watch the celebrations from the Capitol in the cool of our den. Churches, like ours, often host picnics featuring hot dogs, watermelon, and potato salad. We fan off the flies, watch the children play, and sport our red, white, and blue outfits. This is a tradition. Recently, a poll reported that only 35% were proud of the United States, so I looked online for some interesting information about why we should be proud to live in our country. From the list of ten, I choose to tell five. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-07-04 08:54:33 | Comments | See topic Carol Perkins
America filled with Patriotic place names The nation is filled with patriotically named places. Some share names with prominent historical figures (Madison, Wisconsin, or Jeffersontown, Kentucky) while others are named for patriotic concepts or ideals (Yankee Springs, Michigan, or Independence, Kansas). As of July 2024, 164 U.S. places and 126 counties or county equivalents shared at least part of their name with one of the following Founding Fathers: Benjamin Franklin, George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, Alexander Hamilton, John Adams, or John Jay (Figure 1). About 0.8% of incorporated places and 4.0% of counties share at least part of their name with a founding father. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-07-04 01:41:41 | Comments Last 10 Posted Obituaries:
Remembrances for July 8 In Memory Birthday, Iva Louise Dobson, Greensburg, KY (1929-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Helen Scott, Ashlock, KY (1941-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ivy Jewel Rowe Reece, Adair Co., KY (1919) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Tommy Dowell, Taylor Co., KY (1931) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Walter Logan (Corky) Scott III, Taylor Co., KY (1938) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Twyman Patterson Simpson, Green Co., KY (1932) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Danny Ray Stotts III , Taylor County, KY native (2010) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, SSG (Ret.) Cliff Parke, Taylor County, KY (1954) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Helen Hortense McMahan, Taylor County, KY (1920-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Judge Paul Barry Jones, Adair Co., KY (1936-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Robbin Cecil Colvin, Taylor County, KY (1958-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Wesley Wilson, Russell County, KY (1985-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bobby Dale Wilkinson, Liberty, KY (1960-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Wanda Gail Montgomery Pendleton, 79, Adair Co., KY (1936-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William (Bill) Bonta, Green County, KY (1944-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lindsay Grace Wilham Brown, 25, Clarinda, Iowa (1990-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, JoAnne Smith, 69, Burkesville, KY. Adair Co. native (1946-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ethel Mae Barbour, 83, No Bob, KY (1933-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dimple Marie Shaw Smith, 90, Summer Shade, KY (1926-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kathryn Farris, Campbellsville, KY (1928-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ova Lee Monday Smither, Casey County, KY (1924-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Beckham Combest, Adair Co., KY (1900-1966) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Brenda Edwards Bobbitt, 64, Adair Co., KY (1959-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Charles Lynn Stapp, 87, Russell Co., KY (1929-2016) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Curtis Wayne Clemons, 63, Edmonton, KY (1958-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Eula Jane Corbin, 85, Columbia, KY (1935-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ina Ree Melton Capps, 89, Cumberland County, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Irene L. Newby, 71, Crocus, KY (1951-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James C. Young, Jr. (1968-1991) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jo an Humphress, 77, Taylor Co., KY (1938-2016) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lejune Humphrey, 78, Glensfork, KY (1941-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Nancy Franklin | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ricky A. Padgett, 59, Adair Co., KY native (1964-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Shera Sanders, 64, Casey Creek, KY (1958-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Timothy A. Tetreault, 60, Liberty, KY (1960-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Troy Pollard, 52, Columbia, KY (1970-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory of Birthday, Clarence Embry Baker (1924-???) | (Updates/Corrections) |
 
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