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Maupin to give testimony at Sparksville Nazarene

Gary Maupin will be giving his testimony at Sparksville Nazarene Church at 9562 Burkesville Road, Columbia, Ky on Sunday, September 28,2025 at 10:45amCT.

Pastor Robert Adkins and congregation welcome everyone.


2025-09-18 18:36:35 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Church News

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Volleyball: Lady Indians warming up



2025-09-18 - Columbia, KY - Photo by Trey Stephens.
The Lady Indians warming up to face off against the Campbellsville Lady Eagles in a home stand that could give the Lady Indians a leg up in the 20th district regular season race.

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Zachary Patrick Bowen, 32, Taylor County, KY

It is with broken hearts that we share the passing of our beloved son and brother, Zachary Patrick Bowen, who professed faith as a born again Christian and left us far too soon at the age of 32.

Zachary was a bright light who loved deeply, laughed freely, and made it his mission to bring joy to everyone around him. His smile and laugh could fill a room, and his goal was to make sure there was never a dull moment. Children held a special place in his heart, and he had a gift for making every child he met feel loved and special.


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2025-09-18 18:34:29 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Ronnie Bernard, 75, Russell County, KY

Ronald "Ronnie" Bernard, age 75, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Wednesday, September 17 2025 at Russell County Hospital.

He was born on Thursday, June 08 1950, in Russell County, Kentucky.

He was the son of Alma "Ovalene" Irvin Bernard and Arlus "Red" Bernard, who preceded him in death.


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2025-09-18 18:32:36 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Drought conditions expected to hang around

NOAA's Climate Prediction Center has released its latest seasonal drought outlook for September 18, 2025 - December 31, 2025. Columbia is currently in Moderate Drought (D1), according to the U.S. Drought Monitor, and conditions are expected to persist over the next 3 months.

More information is available at drought.gov.


2025-09-18 15:48:36 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Farm and Garden

Football: Indians host Scotties on Friday

By Trey Stephens, Staff Writer

The Adair County Indians football team will be back in action on Friday, September 19, 2025, as they host the Glasgow Scotties (4-0). Tickets are $8, and can be purchased online at hometownticketing.com.

Homecoming festivities are planned for 5:30pmCT. See all the candidates at this link: ACHS Football Homecoming Candidates. Adair County Athletics is debuting their brand new field in this game, so show up and cheer on your Indians while you admire the renovations.


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2025-09-18 15:45:48 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports

HGR to present An Evening with Collin White on Sept 20

From Lyn Stanton, Program Director
Homeplace on Green River

Homeplace on Green River will present An Evening with Collin White at 6pmCT on Saturday, September 20, 2025, on the new outdoor stage. The gate opens at 5pmCT, and admission is $5.00 per person. Food will be available from Cindy's Diner, Cafe Express, and Miss Martha's Heavenly Pretzels, and the HGR corn maze will also be open to enjoy!

Please note, this is a BRING YOUR OWN CHAIR concert event. We do not have seating, only lawn space. Guests will need to bring their own chairs and blankets. This is a family-friendly and sober-supportive event. No drugs or alcohol permitted.

Homeplace on Green River is located at 5807 New Columbia Rd, Campbellsville, KY.


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2025-09-18 15:20:51 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Homeplace on Green River

Lindsey Wilson Education Program receives national award

By Duane Bonifer

The Lindsey Wilson University Education Program received a national honor on Thursday, September 18, 2025, for its leadership and commitment to continuous improvement.

Lindsey Wilson was one of nine recipients of the 2025 Frank Murray Leadership Recognition for Continuous Improvement. The prestigious award is presented annually by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation, also known as CAEP, the national body that evaluates and accredits teacher-preparation programs.


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2025-09-18 15:08:55 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Lindsey Wilson University

Revival at Sparksville Baptist starts Sept 25

From Tim Morgan

Sparksville Baptist Church will hold revival services at 6pmCT nightly on September 25, 26, and 27, 2025. Everyone is welcome. Guest speakers will be:
  • Thursday, September 25: Bro. Todd Davis
  • Friday, September 26: Bro. Brad Davis
  • Saturday, September 27a: Bro. Danny Nelson
Sparksville Baptist Church is located at 9399 Hwy 61 South (Burkesville Rd.), Columbia, KY, and the Pastor is Bro. Darrell Landis. For more info: 270-634-0422.


2025-09-18 14:55:09 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Church News

Feese Family Reunion is Sept 28

From William Feese

The Feese Family Reunion will be held on Sunday, September 28, 2025, at the VFW building, 500 Greenhills Road, Columbia, KY. Potluck dinner will be at 12:30pmCT. Everyone is welcome!

For more information feel free to contact Pauline Akin at 270-634-0993.


2025-09-18 14:51:11 | Comments | Printable version

Commodities Distribution for Seniors on Sept 19

From Michele Fruth, Director
Adair County Food Pantry

The monthly commodities distribution for pre-qualified senior citizens will be held from 9amCT to NoonCT on Friday, September 19, 2025, at the Adair County Food Pantry, 203 South Monroe Street, Columbia, KY.


2025-09-18 08:43:42 | Comments | Printable version

ACSO: arrest made on rape and strangulation

By Adair County Sheriff Gary Roy

On September 17, 2025 around 5pmCT Adair County Sheriff Deputies responded to the Cane Valley area to a call from a female stating she had been sexually and physically assaulted.

The victim claimed that her and Malachi Webster, age 31, had gotten into a verbal disagreement. The victim stated she tried to leave the residence and that Webster forcefully raped her, then strangled her when she tried to call for help.

The victim was eventually able to escape the residence to a neighbor's house to call 911.


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2025-09-18 08:40:27 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports


Birthdays and Anniversaries for September 18
Happy Anniversary, Dwayne & Ashley Hadley (2010) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Jeremy & Amy Cox (1999) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Kenny and Cheryl Tarter (1976) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Tracey and Mathew Corbin (2021) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Amy Tarter | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Annette Holmes | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Austin Shane Coomer (1998) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Beatrice "Nanny Bea" Collins | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, James Tarter, Jr. (1992) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Kay Moore Coffey | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Mark Coffey | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Marsha Allen | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Heather Dawn Chapman Voils, Russell Co., KY (1976-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Shirley Jean Hoosier Sullivan, 70 (1938-2009) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Vivian Frank, Casey Co., KY (1946) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jason Riggs, Taylor Co. KY (1981) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Philip A. England, Adair Co., KY native (1929) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Clement Land, Casey Co., KY (1925) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Beatrice (Bea) Collins, 74, Adair Co., KY (1937) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Andrew L. Jones, Russell Co., KY (1936) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ms. Bethel E. Blair, Taylor Co., KY (1920-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lois Bailey, Taylor County, KY (1927-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Lou Buckner Clark Bishop, Center, KY (1925-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Cora Mae Fogle Cowherd, Green Co., KY (1920-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Joyce Ware, Casey County, KY (1935-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Elsie Marie Lile Matney, Green County, KY (1923-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Mary Helen Pruitt Thompson, Greensburg, KY HS 1954 (1935-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Billy Sullivan, 65, Adair Co., KY (1949-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, James Marvin Hogue, Casey County, KY (1936-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Barbara Davenport, Russell Co., KY (1941-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Aubrey Wooten, 94, Louisville, KY, Columbia native (1921-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Geneva Cox, 97, Taylor Co., KY (1918-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Opal Watson, Casey County, KY (1936-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Willie Lee Truelock, 91, Taylor Co., KY (1924-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Dianna Lee Mings, Russell County, KY (1957-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Betty L. Corn, 69, Hustonville, KY (1947-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Doris Jean Henline, 80, Casey Co., KY (1936-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Betty Madonna, 87, Adair Co., KY/Pennsylvania native (1929-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, James Edward Staley, 59, formerly of Burkesville, Kentucky (1957-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Little Nell Walker Fernandez, 80, Glasgow, KY/Nobob, KY native (1936-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ronald A. Smith, Russell County, KY (1938-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Joe Rock, 70, Taylor County, KY (1947-2017)> | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Carol Elaine Sewell, Cumberland County, KY (1948-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Patricia Lynn (Morgan) Keith, Adair County, KY (1966-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Juanita Alix Boyd, Metcalfe County, KY (1948-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Alice Marie Collins, 100, Taylor Co., KY (1916-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Anna Frances Price Money, 90, Summersville, KY (1930-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Beverly Burton, 70, Dunreith, IN (1951-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Billy Joe Huddleston, Sr., 70, Glensfork, KY (1950-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Charles Stephen Hadley, 65, Columbia, KY native (1955-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Darrell Willis Smith, Greensburg, KY (1960-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Earl M. Coffey, 86, Columbia, KY (1937-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Franklin Paul Carter, 94, Liberty, KY (1925-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Gordon Wayne Blair, 61, Canmer, KY (1960-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Gregory Dean Helm, 55, Jamestown, KY (1964-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Harold Aaron McCubbin, 88, Green Co., KY (1933-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Janetta Milby, 97, Green Co., KY (1925-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Janice Kay Appleby, 64, Columbia, KY (1956-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jason Clay (Jay) Cox, 48, Columbia, KY (1973-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jennifer L. Lovato, Columbia, KY native (1972-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Malcolm Humphrey, 78, Burkesville, KY (1944-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mary Ann (Kerr) Anderson, 76, Adair Co., KY native (1943-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Noel Hayes (1918) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Pamela S. Murray, 69, Jamestown, KY (1953-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Perry Creason, 43, Green Co., KY native (1978-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Priscilla Jones, 47, Russell Co., KY (1969-2016) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Randy Creason, 61, Taylor Co., KY native (1960-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Reba P. Wilson, 82, Russell Co., KY (1929-2011) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Richard R. King, 51, Rocky River, OH (1973-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Roger Dale Blair, 75, Russell Springs, KY (1946-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Sam Back, Jamestown, KY (1932-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Samuel Wayne Thurman, 63, Campbellsville, KY (1963-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)

Events scheduled for Thursday, September 18, 2025
All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
8:00amCTSpirit Week Thursday - Superheroes vs Villains Day - leading to Homecoming Friday | (ID:69452, Comment)
8:30amCTAdair Co. Fiscal Court Budget Committee meeting | (ID:69459, Comment)
9:00amCTAdair Co. Board of Elections regular monthly meeting | (ID:69386, Comment)
11:00amCTServices for William M. (Blue) Downs, 77, Columbia, KY (1947-2025) | (ID:69464, Comment)
NoonCTTJ Lunch & Learn with speaker Tonya Dunn | (ID:69466, Comment)
3:30pmCTACMS SBDM Council meeting | (ID:69427, Comment)
5:00pmCTBasketball: ACMS Girls vs Taylor Co. | (ID:69140, Comment)
Volleyball: ACHS vs Campbellsville (ticket link) | (ID:69470, Comment)
6:00pmCTFootball: Adair Co. Middle School at Campbellsville | (ID:69292, Comment)
Cumberland River Bluegrass Festival
Dr Joseph Schickel-Veterans Memorial Park, 214 Upper River Street, Burkesville, KY | (ID:69302, Comment)
Adair Co. School Board Meeting (click for agenda) | (ID:69463, Comment)

 































 
 
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