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Daily News for Monday, October 19, 2026
CACVFD: Structure Fire on Glensfork Road From Grant Loy, PIO Columbia Adair County Fire Department The Columbia-Adair County Fire Department was dispatched at 1:41 PM on Sunday afternoon, October 18, 2026, to 2997 Glensfork Road on a report of a structure fire. Upon arrival, firefighters encountered heavy fire conditions coming from both the front and rear of the structure. Crews initiated an aggressive fire attack and were able to bring the fire under control, containing it to the structure. Firefighters then conducted an extensive overhaul to extinguish any remaining hot spots and ensure the fire was completely extinguished. The cause of the fire remains unknown at this time. No injuries were reported. A total of 10 firefighters responded and remained on scene for approximately 3 hours. Mutual aid was provided by the Breeding Fire Department, and other agencies that assisted included Adair County E911 Center, Adair County Ambulance Service, Adair County Sheriff's Office , Taylor County RECC, and Kentucky Red Cross. 2026-10-19 14:49:34 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Last day to request mail-in absentee ballots is Oct 20 From Lisa Greer, Adair County Clerk Adair County Clerk Lisa Greer reminds voters that Tuesday, October 20, 2026, is the last day to request a mail-in absentee ballot for the Kentucky General Election. You can request a mail-in absentee ballot at govote.ky.gov or by calling the Clerk's Office at 270-384-2801. Excused, In-Person Absentee Voting will begin on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, during normal business hours at the Adair County Clerk's Office. To place a vote absentee, either by mail or in-person, voters must have a designated reason, per https://vrsws.sos.ky.gov/abrweb. Voters who have questions can contact the Adair County Clerk's Office at 270-384-2801. 2026-10-19 14:19:01 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Politics
ACES SBDM Council to meet Oct 20 From M. Jordan Williams, Principal Adair County Elementary School The Adair County Elementary School School-Based Decision Making Council will conduct our regularly scheduled monthly meeting at 3:30pmCT/4:30pmCT on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at Adair County Elementary School, 870 Indian Dr, Columbia, KY. Meeting Agenda: Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-10-19 14:11:49 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
The Silent City 2026: Mike Watson as McFarland Canterbury Mike Watson portrays McFarland Canterbury for the 20th Anniversary Silent City, held on Monday, October 12, 2026. 2026-10-19 14:11:20 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Adair Co. Public Library
Shot - Stabbed - Hanged - and More is Friday on the Square Reminder: Silent City Scavenger Hunt at 5pmCT on Oct 19 A unique walking tour of the Public Square in Columbia will highlight a few of the many incidents that have occurred on--and off--the Town Square, illustrating its rich history. Just as the title states, there will be incidents of our varied past illustrated, some in graphic detail. The tour will be led by Mike Watson and Dave Thomas--fresh off the Lanterns & Tombstones Tours and Silent City Tours. The group will form at the Annex steps, corner of the Public Square and Greensburg Street, and proceed around the Square beginning at 7pmCT on the evening of Friday, October 23, 2026. This is an educational, historical walk back into the wild years of early Columbia, the Civil War, and more. It is not intended for small children, as it can be a bit gory. For more information: Mike Watson, Adair Genealogy & History Research Center, 270-380-1024; adairgenealogy@gmail.com. Come on out! 2026-10-19 12:45:15 | Comments | Printable version
Trabue-Russell House Fall Lunch is Oct 28 From Mary Anne Loy The annual Trabue-Russell House Fall Lunch will be held from 11amCT to 1pmCT on Wednesday, October 28, 2026. The menu will feature Robert Flowers's Burgoo, Butch Rogers's Pimento Cheese, Susan Loy's Ham & Cheese Sliders, and Mary Anne Loy's Chocolate Chip Cookies and Apple Stack Cake. Also on the menu are chili, beans, cornbread, oatmeal cookies and ginger cookies. Seating is available indoors and out (weather permitting). The cost is $10.00 and carryout is available, as well. The historic Trabue-Russell House is located at 301 Jamestown Street, overlooking Columbia's Town Square. The home has seen many folks come and go in the past 200+ years, but continues to offer warm hospitality today. It is owned by the City of Columbia, operated by a volunteer board, and programs are funded by the Jim Blair Memorial Fund. 2026-10-19 12:40:01 | Comments | Printable version
Annex Building closure to honor Ray Hutchison Adair County Judge/Executive Larry Russell Bryant has issued the following executive order to close the Annex in honor of the late Ray Hutchison: Executive Order Closing The Adair County Annex In recognition of the life and service of Ray Hutchison, a longtime servant of Adair County, the Adair County Annex shall close to the public at 2:30pmCT on Monday, October 19, 2026. 2026-10-19 10:18:40 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
Lindsey Wilson University Homecoming 2026 is Nov 2-7 By Duane Bonifer The first week of November will include six days of festivities at Lindsey Wilson University as the community celebrates the school's 95th homecoming. Lindsey Wilson will celebrate Homecoming 2026 from November 2-7, 2026, with six days that will feature reunions, athletic contests, student events, the crowning of the king and queen, and the annual Alumni Awards Breakfast. "Homecoming at Lindsey Wilson is about more than just visiting campus," said Lindsey Wilson Director of Alumni Relations Allison Cross '09. "It's about celebrating the legacy we share, the traditions we carry forward, and the generations of Blue Raiders who continue to shape our future." Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-10-19 10:07:05 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Lindsey Wilson University
Football: Tribe falls at home, 47-42 By Trey Stephens, Staff Writer On Friday, October 16, 2026, the Adair County Indians Varsity Football team fell 47-42 at home to the Edmonson County Wildcats. This improved the Wildcats to 2-6 on the season and dropped the Indians to 4-4. The Indians passing attack struggled mightily in this game, with QB Braxton McKinney going 11 for 31 for 184 yards and two interceptions, posting a completion percentage of just 35.5%. Despite the passing struggles, the offense was not the issue for the Tribe. The running game shined, with Callum Darnell carrying the ball 17 times for 133 yards and six touchdowns. Darnell was also the team's leading receiver, with three catches for 55 yards. He was followed by Hunter Held, who also posted three receptions for 41 yards. On special teams, Matthew MeJean was six for six on extra points. Moving to the defensive side of the ball, the leading tackler for the team was Jaden Wooten, with 12 tackles, followed by Brody Karnes, Tristan Mullins, and Parker Jessie who all had 11. The Tribe defense did post five tackles for a loss. Mullins had three and Carson Cooper had two. The Indians also had one takeaway on a Callum Darnell interception, which was returned for some 57 yards. This was far from the result the Indians wanted against a Wildcats squad who had struggled to get wins this season, but the Tribe must leave that in the past as they prepare to head to Morgantown to face off against the Butler County Bears (5-3) this Friday, October 23, 2026. 2026-10-19 10:03:25 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
Words of Wisdom for October 19, 2026 From Miss Donna Rieder "It's better to wear out than to rust out." 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. 2026-10-19 09:48:19 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today
Pianist Nada to give recital on Tuesday afternoon at LWU By Duane Bonifer Area residents will have an opportunity to take an afternoon break on Tuesday by enjoying a musical potpourri performed by one of Kentucky's accomplished pianists. Pianist Nada will give a recital at 3pmCT on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, in the W.W. Slider Humanities Center Recital Hall. The recital is free and open to the public. Pianist Nada is the stage name of Nada Loutfi, an American citizen of Lebanese-Hungarian descent with a French musical education who now makes her home in Louisville, Kentucky. Loutfi will perform a selection of pieces that range from the 18th to 21st century. The program includes Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's "Sonata in D Major," "Variations on a Theme by Jean Langlais," by Naji Hakim, Franz Liszt's "Fantasy and Fugue on the Theme B-A-C-H" and Johannes Brahms' Sonata "No. 1 in C Major." Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-10-19 09:05:04 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Lindsey Wilson University Birthdays and Anniversaries for October 19 Happy Anniversary, Katie and Kent Boyce (2012) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Terry and Kathy Goodin (1974) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Ann Smith (1967) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Garry Cox | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jane Branham | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jeana Collins Pike (1972) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Kim Kelley Dykes | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Lynn Kilgallen | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Margaret Antle | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Michael Mitchum | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Miller Quinn (2006) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Ricky Roy | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lee Roy Bennett (1945) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Arlin Downey, Greensburg, KY; Adair Co. native (1938) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mark Allan Stafford, Casey Co., KY (1958) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Holland Moss Milby, Green County, KY (1933) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ardis R. Stargle, 68, Russell County, KY (1945-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kathryn E. Hall , Casey County, KY (1950-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Vanda Vanese (Nessie) Vaughn, Green Co., KY, (1925-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, John Douglas (Shorty) Gabehart, Taylor County, KY (1953-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Gladys Fair Walls, Casey County, KY (1921-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Charles Riggs, Taylor County, KY (1934-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jean Hughes Cox, 71, Taylor Co., KY (1943-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Marcia Winfrey Hume, Cumberland Co., KY (1930-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Homer Spears, 84, Casey Co./Pike Co., KY native (1931-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Russell Ross, 82, Russell County, KY (1934-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, John Lanis Goode, 65, Taylor County, KY (1951-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jodi Adele Heselton Atwood, Casey Co., KY (1967-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Danny G. Helm, 71, Adair County, KY/Russell Co., KY native (1946-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James -Jimmy- Caton, Taylor County, KY (1961) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Judy Ann Campbell, 63, Adair County, KY (1954-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Willie Mason (Bill) French, Campbellsville, KY (1921-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ann Matherly Dile, 82, Taylor Co., KY native (1937-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Betty M. Schaeffer, 89, Columbia KY (1933-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Brenda Jasper, 71, Russell Springs, KY (1950-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Cavella Lyons Robbins, 56, Florence, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Cleo Shofner, 92, Taylor Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Colby Deener, 95, Taylor Co., KY (1927-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Davis Hadley, 80, Russell Springs, KY (1940-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Delano Shipp, Campbellsville, KY (1941-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dicy Coffey, 99, Russell Springs, KY (1921-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Donald E. Doss, 72, Adair Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Elizabeth Hopkins Patterson, 88, Taylor Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Emma Goodin, 91, member Bearwallow UMC (1915-2007) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James Melson, 48, Jamestown, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, John Richard Williams, 53, Campbellsville, KY (1965-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Judith Ann (Judy) Flanders, 79, Green Co., KY native (1941-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kelsay (Bug) Barnes, 91, Campbellsville, KY (1928-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lowell Woodruff (Woody) Goodin, 82, Columbia, KY (1942-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lucille Goode, 90, Bradfordsville, KY (1929-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Pamela Schubert, 57, Dunnville, KY (1965-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Prudence Milby Russell, 99, Green County, KY native Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Robert E. Wojcik, 80, Liberty, KY (1942-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ruby B. Humble, 84, Russell Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Walter Lee Allen, 61, Campbellsville, KY (1957-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Monday, October 19, 2026 All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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