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Daily News for Tuesday, August 25, 2026
2026 Adair County Tourism Mixer will be Oct 16 Paige Nickel, Executive Director of the Adair County Tourism and Convention Commission, sends word that the Commission is seeking sponsors for the upcoming Adair County Tourism Mixer, plus donations for the silent auction. Nickel says she wants to "turn a fun community event into something that can make a lasting impact for our visitors and our locals." For more information, email hello@visitcolumbiaky.com The 2026 Adair County Tourism Mixer will be held from 6:30pmCT to 8:30pmCT on Friday, October 16, 2026, at 313maple florist & events, 212 Public Square, Columbia, KY. The event will feature a live performance by the Green River Band, food from Wicked Wieners and Luxe Lemon, a cash bar, dancing, and a silent sweet treat auction. Halloween costumes will be encouraged, but not required. 2026-08-25 13:37:51 | Comments | Printable version
EDA: Spec Building takes another step forward at GRCP By Mig Feuser, from The Adair Progress The Adair County Economic Development Authority is moving closer to construction of a new speculative industrial building while holding off on a major marketing investment until it has more to offer prospective industries. During the August EDA meeting, held August 19, 2026, Chairman Larry Walker updated board members on the $1.65 million in state funding approved for the speculative building planned at the Green River Commerce Park. The project remains in the paperwork and design stage, but Walker stressed that it is moving forward and that earlier concerns about an approaching deadline have been resolved. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-08-25 13:24:21 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
A Day of Firsts at Lindsey Wilson University By Duane Bonifer The Lindsey Wilson University community rang in a new school year on Monday, August 24, 2026, proclaiming that 2026-27 will be the best academic year in the school's 123-year history. More than 100 Lindsey Wilson students, faculty and staff gathered around the Victory Bell on the Campus Quadrangle, which turns a decade old this school year. "We believe 2026-27 is going to be the best year ever," Lindsey Wilson Executive Vice President Dean Adams said a few moments before Vice President for Academic Affairs Ray Lutgring stepped up and rang the Victory Bell four times to symbolically begin the school year. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-08-25 13:01:45 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Lindsey Wilson University
Volleyball: Blue Raiders to host Pikeville on Tuesday The Lindsey Wilson volleyball team welcomes Pikeville (KY) for a non-conference matchup, starting at 5pmCT on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, in Biggers Sports Center, 360 Spickard Drive, Columbia, KY. Lindsey Wilson enters Tuesday's matchup with a 3-3 overall record after earning a 3-0 victory over Union Commonwealth (KY) last Thursday. The Blue Raiders look to carry that momentum into Tuesday's home matchup as they continue their early season schedule. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-08-25 12:58:20 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
Jewell Smith, 76, Greensburg, KY native (1950-2026) Jewell Smith of Richmond died on Saturday, August 22, 2026 at University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington. He was 76 years old. The funeral service will be held at 2pmCT on Sunday, August 30, 2026, at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home, 200 Campbellsville Street, Columbia, KY, with Rev. Michael Caldwell delivering the Eulogy. Burial, with full military honors presented by the American Legion Post 38 Honor Guard, will be at 12:30pmET on Monday, August 31, 2026, at Mill Springs National Cemetery in Nancy, Kentucky. Visitation will begin at 11amCT on Sunday at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-08-25 12:53:05 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Old idea may find new life with Adair Arts Council By Mig Feuser, from The Adair Progress The Adair County Arts Council may be looking to its own past as it considers a new way to showcase local artists during the upcoming holiday season. During the council's August meeting, Anne Bird shared an old document she recently discovered among papers left by longtime local arts supporter Phil Hanna. The somewhat faded paper outlined a Holiday Art Show Tour held in Adair County more than two decades ago. For Bird, the discovery offered more than a glimpse into the county's artistic past. It could provide a blueprint for something new. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-08-25 12:46:51 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Arts Scene
Franklin-Campbell appointed to State Heritage Commission By Mig Feuser, from The Adair Progress Gov. Andy Beshear has appointed Adair County author, artist and longtime educator Darlene Franklin-Campbell to the Kentucky Native American Heritage Commission. Franklin-Campbell, of Columbia, will serve a term that expires August 11, 2030. She replaces Michael Dunn, whose term has expired. The appointment adds a statewide role to Franklin-Campbell's many years of work involving Native American heritage, genealogy, language, art and education. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-08-25 12:31:32 | Comments | Printable version
Sculpting Memories: Waltz looks to the past for inspiration By Mig Feuser, from The Adair Progress The Adair County Arts Council found an appropriate setting for its monthly meeting on August 13, 2026 -- surrounded by the work of an artist who has spent most of his life creating. The council met at the Adair County studios of longtime artist and sculptor David Waltz, giving members an opportunity not only to conduct their regular business but also to see what Waltz has been working on since the group last visited with him. At 80, Waltz is not slowing down creatively. If anything, his newest work is becoming more personal. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-08-25 12:28:30 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Arts Scene
Golf: Lady Indians took First Place at Kentucky Invitational By Kelly Wooley, from The Adair Progress The Adair County Lady Indians Golf Team brought home a first-place finish after an impressive performance at the Women's Kentucky Invitational Tournament on August 15, 2026, at Lakewood Country Club in Russell Springs. The Indians posted a team score of 343, lead by Ila Loy, who fired an outstanding 74. Loy tied for second individually and ultimately finished third following a scorecard playoff. Ashley Loy followed with an 84, while Claire Loy carded a 91. Laney Inchcliff added a 94, with Ella Brown finishing at 112 and Adysen Wooley at 113. The tournament also marked a special milestone for Ava Loy, who competed in her first 18-hole tournament and finished with a 135. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-08-25 12:24:58 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
4-H Home School Survey From Tony Rose County Extension Agent for 4-H Youth Development Adair County 4-H is conducting an interest survey for a 4-H Homeschool program. We are trying to see if there is enough interest in starting our 4-H Homeschool program. If interested, please take a few minutes to fill out the 7-question interest survey at uky.az1.qualtrics.com. 2026-08-25 12:18:10 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Adair Co. Extension Service
Adair Co. Fair: Bullwhip Rodeo is Aug 29 The Bullwhip Rodeo is coming to the Adair County Fair at 7:30pmCT on Saturday, August 29, 2026, at the new Adair County Fairgrounds, 256 Industrial Park Road, Columbia, KY. Admission is $15, plus $2 parking. The rodeo will feature Mutton Busting for 8-Years and Under ($10 entry) and a Calf Scramble for 13-Years and Under ($5 entry, winner gets $10). You can enter both of these events the day of the rodeo. Adair Co. Fair events continue on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, with a 4-H Dog Show and a Fun Pet Show. The Carnival will open on Wednesday, September 2, and there will be lots of pageants and the Dead Drag Truck Pull. Admission nightly September 2-5, 2026, is $10 plus $2 parking. A full schedule, pageant registration forms and more information can be found at www.adairfair.com. 2026-08-25 10:15:21 | Comments | Printable version
Football: Indians post a balanced win at Russell Co. By Trey Stephens, Staff Writer On Friday, August 21, 2026, the Adair County Indians Football team opened up the 2026 season with a 37-13 rolling win over rival Russell County on the road. The Tribe left no doubt which team was more ready to play, as they recovered a muffed opening kickoff which led to quick 7-0 lead for the Indians. It was a lead they would never surrender, as they rolled the Lakers for 399 yards of total offense, relatively balanced between passing and rushing. Braxton McKinney would post all of Adair County's 195 passing yards on the night, going 16/26 for 195 yards and with a touchdown and an interception. McKinney completed those passes to five different Indians, with Madden Moye leading the way with four receptions for 64 yards and a touchdown. Callum Darnell lead the rushing for Adair County, carrying the ball 15 times for 175 yards and two touchdowns. On the defensive side of the field, Tristan Mullins was the team's leading tackler, putting up 12 tackles, followed by Darnell with nine. Brody Karnes had the team's third most tackles, most notably in the Lakers backfield, where he posted a team-leading 1.5 sacks. The defensive highlight of the night was Callum Darnell, who posted a 100-yard pick six that fully diminished any momentum left in the Laker's tank. One last important item to be highlighted from the Tribe's big win was very good special teams play from Adair County. Kicker/Punter Matthew MeJean was 1/1 on field goal attempts and was 4/5 on extra point attempts, also posting one punt for 32 yards. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-08-25 09:47:08 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
Rinse and Return pesticide recycling program is Aug 31 From Nick Roy Adair County Extension Agent for Agriculture & Natural Resources The 2026 Rinse and Return pesticide recycling program will be held from 10amCT to NoonCT on Monday, August 31, 2026, at the Adair County Cooperative Extension Service, 409 Fairground St., Columbia, KY. Farmers, gardeners, and homeowners are encouraged to dispose of their empty pesticide containers during this time. Empty pesticide containers should be triple rinsed, booklets and lids removed, and punctured. Due to the materials previously held by these pesticide containers they cannot be recycled with your ordinary household plastics. This program allows for the proper recycling of these pesticide containers. This reduces the amount of material entering the landfill or being disposed of by other means. Some of the end products include drainage pipe, highway sign posts, underground utility conduit, and wire/cable spool flanges. 2026-08-25 09:36:28 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Adair Co. Extension Service Birthdays and Anniversaries for August 25 Happy Anniversary, Jacob and Christy Roberts (2025) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Tony and Suzanna Streeval | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Ann Lewis | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Brandy Held | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Chandler Riley Mann (2010) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Clay Templeton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Corinna Edwards | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Earline Hill | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Eddie Kessler | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Elijah Wade Bennett | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Glenn Seaton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Hallie Knight | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Mark Curry of Egypt Community | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Marsha Reddick | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Michael Furkins (2001) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Miranda Ellis | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Paula Grant Bunch | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Robert Harmon | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Robin Minton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tessa Marie Pyles (1995) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tony Martin | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tyler Dennis Willis | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Winston Keltner | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Zachary Appleby | (Updates/Corrections) In Memoriam Evelyn Mae Perkins, Metcalfe Co., KY (1932-2009) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memoriam, Myrtie Frazier, Adair Co., KY (1924-2009) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Roger Burton, 69, Adair County, KY (1948-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ed Gorin, Taylor County, KY (1948-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Janette Ellen Zieg Furkin, Taylor County, KY (1923-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Vonzie B. Hill, Jamestown, KY (1940-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bobby Gene Arms, Cumberland Co, KY (1944-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Nellie B. Means, Liberty, KY (1942-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mable Goodin, Adair Co., KY (1922) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Doretta Curry, Adair County, KY (1932) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Archie Burress, Taylor County, KY (1921-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Clarise Helen Arnett, 100, Green Co., KY (1913-20130) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Ruth Butler Murley, Burkesville, KY (1926-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ruby E. Withers, Russell Springs, KY (1913-2014)< | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lois Yarberry Grider, 77, Adair Co., KY (1936-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Carol June (Whitlow) McMurtrey, 75, Summer Shade, KY (1938-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Nora Hazel Henson Wade, 100, Taylor Co., KY (1914-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Madison Rose Chadwell, Casey County, KY . (d. 11 Oct 2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Robert Dale Martin, Knifley, KY (1964-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Floyd Claywell, 81, Adair County, KY (1933-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Anthony Lee Wooten, 48, Russell Co., KY (1966-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Peggy Brockman, 75, Adair County, KY (1939-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Franklin L. Ponder, 74, Casey Co., KY (1940-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Janice Erleen Patterson Ervin, Green Co., KY (1938-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Annie Mae Shofner Roots, Taylor Co., KY (1925-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Larry Spelts, 68, Liberty, KY (1947-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Brandon Kyle Grider, 28, Elizabethtown, KY (1988-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Norman Johnson, Taylor Co., KY/Adair Co. native (1928-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Andi Chelf | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Cynthia Kay Harris, 57, Columbia, KY (1963-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Earline (Loy) Hill, 86, Adair Co., KY native (1938-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Eric Russell Melson | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James Grider (1826-1909) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James N. (Jimmy) McGowan, 78, Columbia, KY (1944-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Joe Douglas, 44, Liberty, KY (1976-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Joe Leonard Stotts (Aug. 25, 1910-May 27, 1988) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Larry Alvin Bell, 72, Campbellsville, KY (1950-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Laura Elizabeth Furkins, 23, Columbia, KY (2001-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lawrence Wallen, 66, Russell Springs, KY (1956-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Norma Marie Moore, 54, Burkesville, KY (1966-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Richard A. (Dickie) Blakeman, Sr., 83, Greensburg, KY (1938-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday,Diane Willis, Russell County, KY (1954-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Tuesday, August 25, 2026 All events are listed in Central Time. 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