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Timothy Allen South, age 74, Metcalfe County, KY

Timothy Allen South, age 74, of Edmonton, passed away on October 19, 2026, at T.J. Samson Community Hospital. He was born on December 15, 1951, to the late Overton South and Dorothy Rock South.

Tim shared 49 years of marriage with his beloved wife, Sherry Lynn Daugherty South. Together, they built a life and family filled with love and cherished memories.

A proud United States Army veteran, Tim served during the Vietnam War, attaining the rank of Private Second Class (PV2) and serving as a clerk. Following his Army service, Tim also served his country as a member of the National Guard. His military service remained an important part of his life and was a source of pride.


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2026-10-21 18:13:20 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

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BCF volunteers pose for a Sunset Selfie



2026-10-21 - Columbia, KY - Photo from Veronica Arnold.
Volunteers pose in front of a gorgeous Adair County Sunset earlier this month. On October 9-11, volunteers from all over the country came to Columbia to help insulate the Berean Community Fellowship building that is under construction on Highway 55 Bypass.

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Building the Neighborhood

On October 9-11, volunteers from all over the country came to Columbia to help insulate the Berean Community Fellowship building under construction on Highway 55 Bypass. Veronica highlights their generosity and says "This is how we build communities and strong bonds that make Columbia the place we all want to live".

By Veronica Arnold

Fall is here! It seems here to stay and a flurry of activity is happening. There are community service projects, historical themed potlucks, the annual Downtown Days festival, and social mixers. It is hard to keep track of all the events, and even harder to attend them all. Maybe you saw some activity on the southern tip of the Hwy 55 bypass recently, or perhaps it was lost in the hustle and bustle.

I do not want our community to lose the story of people coming together to build something beautiful, or, as this group says, "Change the world one set of foam at a time."

I spoke with JT Meyer, with Bluegrass Spray Foam, about the project he helped to plan here in Columbia. Meyer told me that his church, Berean Community Fellowship, broke ground on that hilltop on the bypass in November of 2024. They started framing in May 2026, with volunteers doing the majority of the work at the site, with it being funded purely with donations from the church and friends who wish to help this church have their own sanctuary.


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2026-10-21 14:55:11 | Comments | Printable version

Words of Wisdom for October 21, 2026

From Miss Donna Rieder
"Today I started doing nothing because I started yesterday and I'm not finished."

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.


2026-10-21 14:43:47 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today

LWU, Kentucky League of Cities celebrate partnership

By Duane Bonifer

Lindsey Wilson University might want to consider adding two words to its legendary mission statement.

That's what Columbia Mayor Pamela Hoots '75 suggested at a partnership celebration between Lindsey Wilson and the Kentucky League of Cities, held Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at the university's Roberta D. Cranmer Dining & Conference Center.

The partnership makes employees and elected officials of cities that are members of the Kentucky League of Cities and their immediate family members eligible to receive scholarship opportunities from Lindsey Wilson.

The scholarships will be available to students enrolled in Lindsey Wilson's Educational Outreach bachelor's programs in business administration, communication, criminal justice, human services and counseling, and nursing. It will also apply to the university's graduate programs in business administration, counseling, cybersecurity management, data science and technology management, and the university's doctoral program in counselor education and supervision.


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2026-10-21 11:57:47 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Lindsey Wilson University

Fall 2026 4-5 Little League Schedule

Fourth/Fifth Grade Little League Basketball play will kick off at 5pmCT on Thursday evening, November 5, 2026, in the gym at Adair County Elementary School, 870 Indian Dr, Columbia, KY. Spectator admission is $2.

4-5 grades Thursday evenings Schedule:

Thursday, November 5, 2026:
  • 5pmCT: Red vs Blue
  • 6pmCT: White vs Gray
  • 7pmCT: Black vs Red
Thursday, November 12, 2026:
  • 5pmCT: Blue vs White
  • 6pmCT: Gray vs Black
  • 7pmCT: Red vs Blue
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2026-10-21 11:36:53 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports

Fall 2026 2-3 Little League Schedule

Second/Third Grade Little League Basketball play will kick off at 5pmCT on Monday evening, November 2, 2026, in the gym at Adair County Elementary School, 870 Indian Dr, Columbia, KY. Spectator admission is $2.

2-3 grades Monday Evenings Schedule:

Monday, November 2, 2026:
  • 5pmCT: Red vs Blue
  • 6pmCT: White vs Gray
  • 7pmCT: Black vs Red
Monday, November 9, 2026:
  • 5pmCT: Blue vs White
  • 6pmCT: Gray vs Black
  • 7pmCT: Red vs Blue
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2026-10-21 11:21:45 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports

Fall 2026 K-1 Little League Schedule

Kindergarten/First Grade Little League play will kick off at 9amCT on Saturday morning, October 31, 2026, in the gym at Adair County Elementary School, 870 Indian Dr, Columbia, KY. Spectator admission is $2.

K-1st grades Saturday morning Schedule:

Saturday, October 31, 2026:
  • 9amCT: Red vs. Blue
  • 10amCT: White vs. Black
Saturday, November 7, 2026:
  • 9amCT: Red vs. White
  • 10amCT: Blue vs. Black
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2026-10-21 11:03:50 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports

Christie Chapel Fall Fish Fry and Auction

From Brandon Hovious

Join us at Christie Chapel Church on Saturday, October 24, 2026, for our Annual Fish Fry and Auction. Enjoy a delicious meal, fellowship and Auction while supporting our church and community.

Meal: 4pmCT to 7pmCT, Auction: 5pmCT to 6pmCT. Donations Only----dine in or carry out. We can't what to see you there. Christie Chapel Church is located at 8068 Elk Horn Road Knifley, KY 42753.


2026-10-21 10:43:19 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Church News

4-H Horse Club will meet Oct 22

The 4-H Horse Club will meet at 5:30pmCT on Thursday, October 22, 2026 at the Adair County Extension Office, 409 Fairground Street, Columbia, KY. Youth will learn about the art of showing horses as well as other aspects of the equine industry, plus the potential for District and State level competition.

2026-10-21 09:22:50 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Adair Co. Extension Service

Submit your items for Research Center Folk Art Exhibit

From Mike Watson

The Adair Genealogy & History Research Center will be hosting a Folk Art Exhibit with items from our friends and neighbors and the collections of the Adair Genealogy & History Research Center from November 2-21, 2026.

Bring items for display anytime now through Tuesday, November 3, 2026.

Adair Genealogy & History Research Center is located at 307 Greensburg Street, Columbia, KY. For more information, email adairgenealogy@gmail.com or call 270.380.1024.


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LWU ISP students explore Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg

By Duane Bonifer

A group of Lindsey Wilson University students took advantage of extra time off from classes earlier this month to explore the attractions and peculiarities of the region.

During Lindsey Wilson's fall break of October 10-13, 2026, members of the Lindsey Wilson International Student Program and Global Citizens Club collaborated on a trip to visit the Tennessee tourist cities of Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg, where the cultural artifacts and exhibitions can range from pastiche to parody but usually reflect a certain degree of the American zeitgeist.

A total of 13 students attended the trip, led by Makayla Wright '24, who is Lindsey Wilson international student adviser for communications and global student support coordinator.


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2026-10-21 09:02:23 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Lindsey Wilson University

Letter: What's for Dinner?

Carol Roberts writes:
Had to laugh! In my experience, If the spouse makes the meal, 9 times out of 10, he leaves the onerous chore of washing the dishes and cleaning up the kitchen for the wife!
Comments re: Carol Perkins: What's for Supper?


2026-10-21 08:56:47 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback


Birthdays and Anniversaries for October 21
Happy Anniversary, David and Melissa Rooks (1989) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Blake Perkins (1991) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Brandi Popplewell (1990) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Carli Burton (1991) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Donna Graves | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Dorlis Powell (1951) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jacob Herbert | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Judy Turner Roy | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Kay Haupt (1940) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Kenneth Perkins | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Megan Katherine Mercer | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Nathan Akin (1986) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Rose Garvey | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Roy Ayala | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Tyler Scott Johnson (2010) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Karen Denise Benningfield, Campbellsville, KY (1954-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Eliza P. Garner, Jamestown, KY (1929-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Wanda Estes, Burnside, KY (1939-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Kathy Jean Gaskins Grant, Adair County, KY (1954) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mr. Kendall Ennis, 74, Green Co., KY (1936) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ovelene Eastham, Russell Co., KY (1915) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Greg Vaughn, Taylor Co., KY (d. May 2, 2011) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, John Robert Sobi, Russell Co., KY (1934) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Schuyler D. McGaha Adair Co., KY (1923) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Clementine Smith Amos, Green Co., KY (1935) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Anna V. Burns Ferguson, Hegira, KY (1916) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Myrtle Fletcher Coomer, Adair County, KY (1922) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Nora I. Patton, Taylor Co., KY, Adair Co., KY native (1931) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Carolyn Sue Creason Chaudoin, Green Co. KY (1951) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Johnny Skipworth, Adair County, KY (1964) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Daphne Allen, 77, Casey County, KY (1936-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Leon Willett, 76, Adair County, KY (1937-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Alma Mae Walker Givens, Green County, KY (1922-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mr. Freddie Thomas Wilson, 68, Columbia, KY (1947-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Johnny Jay Jeffries, 54, Green County, KY (1961-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Tabatha Furkin, 39, Adair Co., KY (1977-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Gail D. Claywell, 71, Russell Co., KY (1945-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Harley Smith, Cumberland Co., KY/Metcalfe native (1939-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Opal Loyall Pierce, 88, Taylor County, KY/Green Co., KY native (1928-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Annette Mullinix Bell, 58, Cumberland Co., KY (1958-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bobby Walters, Taylor County, KY (1932-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Betty I. Burton, Adair & Wayne Co's., KY/Bartholemew Co. IN (1940-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Blanche Fortenberry, 96, Russell County, KY (1922-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Charles Obeginski, 81, Russell Springs, KY (1939-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Gilbert Knight, 93, Jamestown, KY (1927-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Glenna Cowan, 56, Adair County, KY (1960-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ina Jean Willis, 89, Columbia, KY (1930-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, J.T. Holmes, 26, Campbellsville, KY (1996-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, James R. (Ron) Sexton, 80, Gradyville, KY native (1943-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Levi Wesley (L.W.) Hagan, 81, Adair Co., KY native (1939-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Martha Allen Shelton, Green Co., KY (1939-2012) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Maryetta Ruby, 67, Casey County, KY (1952-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)

Events scheduled for Wednesday, October 21, 2026
All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
7:00amCTCPD Bullying Prevention Month
The Columbia Police Department will distribute orange anti-bullying bracelets today in recognition of Unity Day, representing our commitment to standing together against bullying. | (ID:71276, Comment)
8:00amCTExcused in-person absentee voting
Adair Co. Clerks Office, 424 Public Square, Suite 3, Columbia, KY | (ID:71317, Comment)
Columbia-Adair EDA meeting (click for agenda) | (ID:71349, Comment)
10:45amCTLWU Fall Chapel: Dean Adams | (ID:71106, Comment)
2:00pmCTLWU SnackChat: Appalachian Cryptids | (ID:71325, Comment)

 

































 
 
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