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Daily News for Thursday, June 25, 2026
Scams Alert from Team Kentucky Major shopping events, like Amazon Prime Days through June 26, bring an increase in scams targeting shoppers expecting packages. Be aware of fake "smishing" texts claiming delivery issues, unpaid fees, or asking you to verify details through a link. These messages are designed to steal your personal or financial information. If a delivery text feels urgent or unexpected, it's likely a scam. Visit StopScams.ky.gov for more information. 2026-06-25 11:17:59 | Comments | Printable version
Pete Pierce, 85, Taylor County, KY Talmond J. "Pete" Pierce of Campbellsville, son of the late Vernon P. Pierce and Effie Blankenship Pierce, was born March18, 1941 in Green County, Kentucky. He died Friday, June 19, 2026 at age 85. He served his country honorably in the Army National Guard and Reserves Pete was a farmer and retired employee of Cox Interior. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-06-25 11:02:51 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
KADB approves $500K for area projects at June meeting From Madison Pergrem Cannon Frankfort, KY - The Kentucky Agricultural Development Board approved $3,694,091.50 for agricultural diversification and rural development projects across the Commonwealth at its June 22, 2026, monthly board meeting. More than $500,000 in local area projects were awarded funding. Central Kentucky Custom Meats, Inc was approved up to $5,000 in Casey County funds and up to $73,553 in state funds to upgrade meat processing equipment, Green and Metcalfe were among the County Agricultural Incentives Programs funded, and Metcalfe County was also approved for Shared Use Equipment Program funds and Youth Agricultural Incentives Program funds. "The Kentucky Agricultural Development Board is committed to supporting a wide variety of farming and agricultural projects across Kentucky," Commissioner of Agriculture and Board Chair Jonathan Shell said. "The projects funded today show our goal of strengthening agriculture in many different ways to benefit the Commonwealth and the people who live and work here." Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-06-25 08:02:06 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Farm and Garden
Life goes by fast, make each day count You wake a young man...-- From the book, Beautiful Ruins, by Jess Walter 2026-06-25 01:35:19 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today
CPD arrests parent, grandparents for child abuse Columbia Police Department Arrests Parent And Grandparents for Criminal Abuse 2nd Degree - Child 12 Or Under By CPD Chief Evan Burton The Columbia Police Department was dispatched to a complaint of possible child abuse and neglect on June 24, 2026, at approximately 11:46 a.m. (CST) at a residence within the City of Columbia. Upon arrival, Columbia Police Officers made contact with the grandparents, a parent, children, and other family members at the residence. During the investigation, officers discovered that four juvenile children had allegedly been locked inside a bedroom for extended periods of time. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-06-25 01:31:58 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Vital economic and wellness lifeline rescued by TJ "When TJ first purchased this hospital in February 2016, they didn't just save a building. They rescued a vital economic and wellness lifeline for our town..." By Landon Edwards, President Columbia-Adair County Chamber of Commerce As a chamber, our mission is to foster a community where families thrive, businesses grow, and our local economy stays vibrant. There is no foundation more critical to that mission than accessible, high-quality healthcare. That is why today is a monumental milestone for Columbia, Adair County and our entire regional business community as we celebrate the opening of the brand new Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Department. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-06-25 00:59:40 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Health Care Birthdays and Anniversaries for June 25 Happy Anniversary, Bob and Andi Chelf | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Bradley and Holly Caldwell (2005) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Bryan and Crystal Caldwell | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Dale and Brenda Janes (1941) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Ken and Jean Lefaivre (2011) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Kyle and Judy Coffey Stephens | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Mendell and Teresa Milby (1987) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Odell and Shirley Corbin (1955) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Tim and Cheri Olson (1996) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Casey Alan Richards | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Hagen Christopher Wayne McQueary (2008) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Hillary Brooke Klingberg (2009) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, John Luke Partin | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Judy Corbin | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Keri Willis (1978) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Madolyn Kate Brown | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Sheri Banks Little (1974) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Stacy Hare | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Steve Coomer | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tony Grant | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jesse R. Welch, Campbellsville, KY (1946-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Edna Myrtle York, Jamestown, KY (1925-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Terry Randall Hammond, Russell Co., KY (1950) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Edro Harvey, Breeding, KY (1931) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ethel June Warren Sluder, Taylor Co., KY (1930) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Daniel Marion Whitlock, Green Co., KY (1937 | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Emma Jean Burbridge, Adair County, KY (1936-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, David Hymon Pierce, Adair County, KY (1950-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Ila J. Judd, Greensburg, KY (1920-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In memory birthday, Mathew Dale Grider, Liberty, KY (1978-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, John (Guy) Hancock, 90, Hancock Mtn, KY (1925-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Geraldine Reynolds, Taylor County, KY (1930-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jack Pierce, Burkesville, KY (1953-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In memory birthday, Jeannie Moss, Jamestown, KY (1940-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In memory birthday, Opal Helm Liberty, KY (1924-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Paul E. Krage, 51, Russell County, KY (1964-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lucian T. (Luke) Beard, 84, Knifley, Adair Co., KY (1931-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bennie Spears, Casey County, KY (1952-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ray William Sheppard, 60, Metcalfe Co., KY (1936-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Nina Mae Short Curry, 78, Horse Cave, KY (1938-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Susan Melanie Whalen, 57, Russell County, KY (1969-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Donnie Roots, 67, formerly of Campbellsville, KY (1950-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Barbara Ann Perkins Barr, 59, Taylor Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bobby (Bob) Bruce Rowe, 78, Somerset, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bobby Morrison, 67, Burkesville, KY (1955-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Darry Dale McElroy, 73, Russell Springs, KY (1949-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Delbert Lee (Peanut) Dotson, 80, Campbellsville, KY (1943-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, John A. (Johnny) Helm, 54, Greensburg, KY (1966-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jordan Wayne Coppage, 33, Taylor County, KY (1986-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kezia Ximenes, Campbellsville, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lois Crum, Taylor Co., KY (1955-2013) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lucreta Eads, 87, Russell Springs, KY (1934-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Allender, 77, Columbia, KY (1945-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Linda Denton, 52, Columbia, KY (1969-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mildred Sparks, 92, Adair Co., KY native (1930-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Peter Arnett, Taylor County, KY (1933-2013) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sue Parrott, 82, Taylor County, KY (1937-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Wanda Murphy, 75, Casey Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Wendell Lynn (PeeWee) Grant, 65, Breeding, KY (1956-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Wilma Jean Keith, 76, Adair County, KY (1943-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Thursday, June 25, 2026 All events are listed in Central Time. 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