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Football: LWU captures MSC Championship with win over Bethel

Mckenzie, TN - The No. 8-ranked Lindsey Wilson football team closed out the regular season with a 33-14 victory at Bethel (TN) on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at Walter Butler Stadium.

With the win and the Campbellsville (KY) loss to Georgetown, the Blue Raiders (9-1, 5-1 Mid-South Conference) captured the MSC regular season title and the MSC's automatic bid into the NAIA Football Championship Series. This marks the sixth MSC championship for Lindsey Wilson and the first since 2021.

The NAIA FCS field is scheduled to be released on Sunday at 6pmCT on the NAIA YouTube page.


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2025-11-16 11:55:08 | Comments | See topic Sports


Shoebox dedication at Columbia Baptist Church


2025-11-16 - Columbia, KY - Photo from Mark Fudge.
Pastor Randy Johnson of the Columbia Baptist Church and many of the church's youth pray over the more than 1200 shoebox gifts that have been collected this year by Columbia Baptist Church. Many churches in Adair and surrounding counties will be having a special time of prayer over OCC shoebox gifts that have been collected for this year's national collection week. OCC national collection week begins Monday, November 17 and runs through Monday, November 24, 2025.


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Holiday Assistance project underway in Adair

The 2025 Adair County Holiday Assistance work is underway. Anyone who is interested in sponsoring a child, please contact Family Resources.

Eligible family requirements: * Residents Of Adair County and any students that attend Adair County Schools, meet And provide income requirements, have children between the ages of 1-17 years old as of December 2025.

If you have questions, email: adairholiday@outlook.com . Heather Dudley 270-384-9752, Kara Iqbal 270-384-7617, Hali Anderson 270-384-6050 and Pam Bivens 270-384-9112.


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2025-11-15 20:34:18 | Comments | See topic Education

Current Local Conditions
Adair: 30 F
Casey: 28 · Cumberland: 26 · Green: 29
Metcalfe: 39 · Russell: 28 · Taylor: 29
Updated at 5:00am Monday, November 17, 2025
  High/Low: 37 F / 29 F
SLP: 1015.8
Wind: ENE at 0
Dewpoint: 24 F
Relative Humidity: 80.2%
Precipitation: 0 in. today

Kentucky Mesonet Links:
Adair County - Casey County - Cumberland County - Metcalfe County - Taylor County

National Weather Service Links:
Burkesville. Campbellsville. Columbia. Edmonton. Greensburg. Jamestown. Liberty. Russell Springs


Northern Lights: More ways to view natural wonders

By Veronica Arnold

I missed the window on Tuesday night for the lights, so I made sure I followed the forecast and locked in on Wednesday night. I went out around 2200hrs, and you could see a faint hazy color that was different from normal coming from the north. We live south of town so north often has some light pollution from town but you could tell this was different. I tried to capture a few in the darkness and minimize lights on the farm, but hard to find a dark corner.

A meteorologist was commenting on the fact that we seem to see more and people didn't years ago was, Cycle 24 was relatively quiet, and as the iPhones became popular, this enabled more people to see it with their camera lenses. So yes, we are seeing it more now than we used to, but there are explanations for that occurrence. The current cycle is active and many have access to phones with night cameras, so we are able to catch and share more easily. In addition, alerting people to this phenomenon using social media creates the awareness that we didn't have before.

So we can enjoy this night show without worrying, this is just the benefit of living at this day and age. More ways to view natural wonders! Beautiful!


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2025-11-15 10:07:16 | Comments


Kentucky Color: Race to Howard Clinic etched in memory


Note: It's been over a decade since we first published this story on Columbia Magazine, but a recent trip through Billy Joe's photo albums has turned up a photo of Dr. Howard clipped fromt he newspapers of the day that warrants a re-visit. The story appears below with Ed's original introduction -Pen

Billy Joe's uncle Titus "Tite" Jessie got him to the Howard Clinic after Dr. Loy sent the writer, then five years old, there for a life-and-death-situation: a ruptured appendix. The trip was by way of the old Highway 80, then considered the crookedest road out of Columbia. But the highly skilled driver got him to Glasgow, at speeds of 80, 90, even 100 miles an hour. Saying, at one point, 'I'll get him there and he'll be alright, but that ol' Dr. Howard had better have his knife sharp, cause I'll get him there." The story was in black and white, but he remembers vividly he'd set a medical record in these parts: Dr. Howard declared him the youngest person he'd ever heard of with this condition.

By Billy Joe Fudge

In 1956 at the age of 5, I was operated on by Dr. Howard at his clinic for a ruptured appendix. Dr. Loy sent me down there in a life and death situation. My Uncle Titus (Tite) Jessie took me to Glasgow by way of old Highway 80 in a scene that would have rivaled, if not surpassed, the action in the movie Thunder Road.

I was one sick little boy, but I can still remember that night trip that will be forever etched in black and white on the memory banks of my mind.

Can remember talk of 80, 90, and 100 miles per hour

I remember the talk in the car of 80, 90 and a 100 miles per hour. I can still remember the roar of the engine and the rocking back and forth as we sped West on Highway 80. I can still hear my mother admonishing Uncle Tite about driving too fast while in the same breath urging him to hurry, to please hurry. I can still remember Uncle Tite's calming voice which boomed out time and again, "I'll get him there and he'll be alright but that ol' Dr. Howard had better have his knife sharp, cause I'll get him there."

Professionalism one would expect from a Greyhound Bus Driver

That was the type professionalism you would expect from a Greyhound Bus driver, especially one of the caliber of Titus Jessie. A Greyhound Bus driver was a high calling in those days and still is in my mind's eye.

At any rate, when we arrived the scene continued in black and white but mostly a blur of white as they wheeled me into that most modern Operating Room of it's day.


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2025-11-15 09:25:41 | Comments | See topic Kentucky Color by Billy Joe Fudge

Events scheduled for today, November 17, 2025
All events are listed in Central Time. | Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
6:00amCTCrash Responder Safety Week in Kentucky (ID:69904 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
5:00pmCTOperation Christmas Child drop-offs at Wheet Fellowship Hall (ID:69655 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
Vaccination Clinic at Extension Office (ID:69905 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
6:00pmCTAdair Co. Cattlemen's Association meeting (ID:69874 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)

Visit the Events Page for details about the events listed above and for events on upcoming days. Please use our Contact Form to let us know about your organization's upcoming events.

Birds of Kentucky: White-breasted Nuthatch


2025-11-16 - Central Kentucky - Photo by Pen.
A white breasted nuthatch landing in a classic upside down position.


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Song written by Columbian was an award winner

Columbia resident Wayne Toney, a videographer and songwriter, was drawn to Adair County by his wife Shea. He moved here, along with his business, Spotlight Media Creations.

He recently shared a special accomplishment about being moved to write a song after a visit to his hometown where he saw many changes - like many small towns across America. The name of his song is "Back Then" and it was performed by Tyler Hursey.


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2025-11-14 21:57:13 | Comments

Vaccination Clinic will follow Cattlemens meeting

From Nick Roy
Adair County Extension Agent for Agriculture & Natural Resources

A "pop-up" vaccination clinic will be held in conjunction with the upcoming Adair County Cattlemen's Association meeting. The clinic runs from 5pmCT to 6:30pmCT on Monday, November 17, 2025.

Individuals may choose among Flu & High Dose Flu, Pneumonia (for ages 50+), RSV (for ages 65+), Shingles (for ages 50+), and Tetanus. Participants will need to provide insurance information at the clinic.


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2025-11-14 14:35:26 | Comments | See topic Adair Co. Extension Service

KAFC approves $250K loan in Green Co.

From Madison Pergrem Cannon

Frankfort, KY - The Kentucky Agricultural Finance Corp. (KAFC) approved 19 agricultural loans totaling $4,112,135 for projects across the Commonwealth today at its monthly board meeting, including a $250,000 BFLP loan in Green County.

Beginning Farmer Loan Program (BFLP)
Thirteen Beginning Farmer loans totaling up to $2,732,135 were approved. Loan recipients were in Breckinridge ($90,750 and $202,400), Caldwell ($125,000), Fleming ($250,000), Graves ($250,000), Green ($250,000), Hickman ($249,280), Mercer ($152,000 and $250,000), Ohio ($250,000 and $250,000), Washington ($162,705), and Woodford ($250,000) counties.

The BFLP is designed to assist individuals with some farming experience who desire to develop, expand, or buy into a farming operation. Beginning farmers may qualify for financing to purchase livestock, equipment, or agriculture facilities; to secure permanent working capital; for the purchase of farm real estate; or to invest in a partnership or LLC.


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2025-11-14 14:32:58 | Comments | See topic Farm and Garden

A bench by the water


2025-11-16 - Central Kentucky - Photo by Pen.
A bench in the trees under crisp blue skies, reflected in calm water on a late fall day.


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Carol Perkins: Quilts for Heroes

Previous Column: Hats make a grand day out

By Carol Perkins

Becky London is one of those rare individuals who has a vision and makes it a reality. Becky, the visionary behind Piecemakers' Quilts for Heroes, explained that the idea came to her after watching Veteran's Day programs featuring organizations that presented veterans with handmade quilts as a thank you for their service. Quilts of Valor was one of them.

"I also watch lots of sewing shows," says Becky.

"When she joined the local Piecemakers in 2018," said leader Candy Shirley, "she immediately presented us with the idea of making quilts for local veterans. By November that year, we began."

When I asked Becky what inspired her, she recalled listening to her mother and grandmother talk about the boys who went off to war during World War II and how the families and community suffered.


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2025-11-14 14:26:28 | Comments | See topic Carol Perkins

Food and help directory for Metcalfe County

The Edmonton Metcalfe County Chamber of Commerce shares a directory folks can follow when help is needed.

Metcalfe County Food Pantries

Bowling Park - Lisa Boswell
1608 W Stockton St. Edmonton, KY - 270-432-7204

Community Action of Southern KY - Maranda Dubree
1303 W Stockton St. Edmonton, KY - 270-432-4006


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2025-11-14 09:50:05 | Comments

Nov 17-21 will be Crash Responder Safety Week in Kentucky

From Marla Marrs

Frankfort, KY - During Crash Responder Safety Week, November 17-21, 2025, Team Kentucky reminds drivers to slow down, move over and stay alert to keep first responders safe. Behind every flashing light is a responder working to save a life or protect our community. Protecting those who protect us starts behind the wheel.

"First responders put their lives at risk every day to keep Kentuckians safe, which is why we are reminding folks that we can all do our part to protect those who protect us by staying focused, remaining alert, and slowing down or moving over when you see flashing lights on the side of a roadway," said Gov. Andy Beshear.


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2025-11-14 09:27:14 | Comments | See topic Kentucky

LWU Art Program Fall Market is Nov 19

By Duane Bonifer

Members of the Lindsey Wilson University art program will give area residents a reason to get an early start on their Christmas shopping.

The program will hold the inaugural Fall Market coming from 11amCT to 3pmCT on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, in the Norma and Glen Hodge Center for Discipleship.

The purpose of the market is to encourage "insanely talented" Lindsey Wilson students to be entrepreneurial with their creations, according to LWU art instructor Karly Flynn '17.

"The Fall Market is all about giving student entrepreneurs an opportunity to get themselves out there on campus and in the community," said Flynn, who is also coordinator of the university's art program. "This event is meant to show our students and community members that these student vendors are insanely talented."

Goods to be sold at the Fall Market include baked goods, paintings, artwork prints, custom shoe designs and commissioned artwork.

In addition to products by LWU students, the Fall Market will also feature area vendors who, Flynn said, "are passionate about what they do and want to support young people who are trying to make a name for themselves."


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2025-11-14 09:23:23 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University

Northern Lights, 2 of 2


2025-11-15 - Fairplay, KY - Photo by Veronica Arnold.
Veronica captured this photo of the Northern Lights in Fairplay on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, thanks to help from modern phones and modern awareness of when and where to look.


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Columbia Police Department launches Operation Christmas Spirit

From Kila Kean
Columbia Police Department

The Columbia Police Department is spreading holiday cheer this season with Operation Christmas Spirit, a community donation drive to help local Adair County children and elderly residents along with residents at Signature Health Nursing Home.

Officers are collecting toys, blankets, socks (adult sizes) and food donations, which will be distributed throughout Columbia and Adair County to families and individuals in need.

Cram the Cruiser Donation Events
Purchase your donations at the following Columbia locations during these dates:
  • Save-A-Lot - November 20 & 21, 2025
  • Walmart - November 28, 29 & 30, 2025
  • HWY 80 Dollar General - December 5 & 6, 2025
  • Save-A-Lot - December 18 & 19, 2025
Donation boxes will also be available at Don-Franklin Ford and both Bank of Columbia locations for those who wish to contribute throughout the season. Let's come together to share the Christmas spirit and make this holiday season brighter for our neighbors across Columbia and Adair County!


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2025-11-13 17:39:19 | Comments

Columbia-Adair EDA to meet Tuesday Nov 18

From Larry Walker, Chairman
Columbia-Adair County Economic Development Authority

The Columbia-Adair County Economic Development Authority Board will hold a regularly scheduled meeting at 8amCT on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at the Welcome and Development Center, 201 Burkesville Street, Columbia, KY.

Meeting Agenda:


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2025-11-13 17:31:01 | Comments | See topic Local Government

Birthdays and Anniversaries for November 17
Happy Anniversary, Danny and Tina Kinser (2012) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Ajada Smith | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Alex Meads | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Brexlei Caroline Quinn Barnett | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Briley Melton (2005) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Chris Furkins (1994) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Daniel Wilson | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Denise Bagby | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Diane Murphy (1948) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Hailey Stanley Stotts | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Haley Cromwells (1997) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jake Nicholas Riddle (2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jeffrey Vorier | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jimmy Kemp | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Joshua Gibson | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Kailey Petty | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Martha Cox | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Matilda Myers | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Pam Scott | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Ronald Kaluya | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Sandra McCaffree Flickinger | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Seth Dunbar | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Shannon Mester | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Taylor Bunch (2003) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Trent Hadley | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Wes Feese | (Updates/Corrections)
View all birthdays and anniversaries for this month and next month on our Celebrations Page. Submit your birthday or anniversary using our Contact Form.

Boil Water Advisory lifted in Columbia

From Columbia/Adair Utilities District
November 13, 2025

As of 10:05amCT on Thursday, November 13, 2025, the Boil Water Advisory for consumers starting at the Courthouse on Greensburg Street to Indian Drive and all side roads in between. Also 100-629 Hudson Street and all side roads in between has been lifted by the Division of Water.

This means your water is safe for human consumption. You no longer have to boil your water.


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2025-11-13 11:23:40 | Comments

Magistrate field continues to grow

Although County Clerks have up to 5 days to process candidate filings, Adair County Clerk Lisa Greer says that their office has been keeping local filings up to date so far. Two more candidates had their paperwork processed to run for local office in 2026 elections on Wednesday, November 12, 2025:
  • Carley Fudge (R) filed for Magistrate/Justice of the Peace, 4th District
  • Daryl Flatt (R) filed for Magistrate/Justice of the Peace, 2nd District
Candidates who must be on the ballot in the primary have until January 9, 2026, to file their paperwork. See: Candidate filing forms are available online.


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2025-11-13 09:41:57 | Comments | See topic Politics

Chris Reeder files for Adair County Judge Executive


2025-11-15 - Columbia, KY - Photo courtesy Chris Reeder.
Chris Reeder has filed to run for Adair County Judge Executive in 2026, submitting his paperwork on November 5, 2025. From left to right, Perry Reeder, Ashley Reeder, Deeanna Reeder, Windy Reeder, Chris Reeder candidate for Adair County Judge Executive, and Helden Adams.

Every candidate in our core area, Adair and surrounding counties, is invited to send a picture from their experience signing up for office that we may share with Columbia Magazine readers. Please include names and details. Just click 'contact' in the menu at the top left of this page.


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ACHS SBDM Council will meet Dec 11

From Chad A. Parnell, Principal
Adair County High School

The Adair County High School SBDM Council's November meeting has been cancelled due to the Thanksgiving holiday.

The regular December meeting has been rescheduled to December 11, due to the Christmas holiday. The meeting will begin at 4pmCT on Thursday, December 11, 2025, in the school's Library at 526 Indian Drive, Columbia, KY.


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2025-11-13 09:02:44 | Comments | See topic Education

Caroling for Christ in the Edmonton Courtyard Dec 7

From Kim Harwood, Executive Director
Edmonton Metcalfe Chamber of Commerce

Please join the Edmonton-Metcalfe Chamber of Commerce for Caroling for Christ in the Courtyard on the Public Square in Edmonton at 3pmCT on Sunday, December 7, 2025.

We want to invite all the Churches, and members of the community who want to come out and fellowship through music. Caroling for Christ will follow special music by the Metcalfe County Elementary Choir at 2:30pmCT. All are welcome.


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2025-11-12 19:59:03 | Comments

What's Cooking in Columbia Today
Click restaurant names for hours, directions, and prices.

Fiesta Mexico of Columbia
819 Jamestown St., Columbia KY. 270-384-6004. Hrs.: 10:30amCT daily; Sun, 11amCT
Authentic Mexican Restaurant
Margarita Mondays!

Monday Special: Burrito Deluxe Two chicken & bean burritos topped with lettuce, tomato & sour cream. $8.99

Appetizers & Salads, Combination Dinners, Vegetarian Combinations, Especial of the House Grill, Especial Seafood, Especial Steak, A La Carte Orders, Side Orders, Kids Menu, Desserts and Beverages. Call in orders are welcome!

Special: Pollo Fiesta A whole chicken breast filled with bacon and cheese, and covered with cheese dip. Comes with rice, beans, salad and tortillas.

--Roy Ayala


Betty's Country Cooking
MENU | 2339 Campbellsville RD, Columbia, KY (MAP) Phone 270-384-5664 | Non-smoking. Breakfast served anytime. Credit Cards accepted.
For the Fall and Winter, Betty's is open on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 530amCT to 8pmCT, and on Sunday from 8amCT to 3pmCT


Acapulco Authentic Mexican Grill
Columbia - Russell Springs - Nancy | Offering excellent, authentic Mexican food 7-days-a-week. Express specials five days a week, plus appetizers salads, soups, a children's menu and desserts!
Try a dinner combination and choose from beef, pork, chicken, or seafood, or select a vegetarian combination anytime.

Call our Columbia location at 270-380-1980, or order online at acapulcomexicangrillky.com.


Adair County Schools
Adair Co. School District, Dayna Parnell, Director of Food Services, 270-384-2476
ACES and ACPC menu for November 17, 2025:
Breakfast: Stuffed hashbrowns
Lunch: Corn dog or bosco sticks with marinara, sweet potato fries, steamed California vegetables, jello cup, fresh fruit options

ACMS and ACHS menu for November 17, 2025:
Breakfast: Stuffed hashbrowns
Lunch: Bosco sticks with marinara, sweet potato fries, steamed California vegetables, jello cup, fresh fruit options


Adair Senior Citizens Center
901 Hudson Street, Columbia, KY 42728. 8amCT to 2pmCT Monday through Friday. Phone 270-380-1899. JoAnn Smith, Director.
Menu for Monday, November 17, 2025:
Vegetable soup, peanut butter sandwich, bread, crackers, orange, milk



CPD: Local man arrested for drug possession

The Columbia Police Department responded to a call at the Family Dollar parking lot on Wednesday afternoon, November 12, 2025, after receiving a report of a male subject passed out behind the wheel of a vehicle.

Officers were dispatched to the scene at approximately 2:05pmCT, where they made contact with a Columbia man, who was taken into custody on multiple charges.


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2025-11-12 19:47:38 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports

Input needed for career and tech education

From Lake Cumberland Regional College and Workforce Center

Adair, Casey, and Russell Counties are currently working together to complete a comprehensive local needs assessment as part of the application for federal funding for our career and technical programs.

Our group has met once already and will be meeting again to look at priority areas and set goals for our region. We are seeking input from our business and industry partners on how we can best utilize funds for our programs to help improve career and technical education for our students.


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2025-11-12 17:33:18 | Comments | See topic Education

Dr. C.C. Howard


2025-11-15 - 2300 block of Summer Shade Road, Summer Shade, KY - Photo courtesy Billy Joe Fudge.
This newspaper clipping of Dr. Howard brought back memories of a harrowing trip across curvy country roads so that Dr. Howard could perform an emergency appendectomy on then 5-year-old Billy Joe Fudge.

Dr. Howard's birthplace in Summer Shade is home Kentucky Historical Marker 1503, noting his contributions to health care in the region:
Front description: Dr. C. C. Howard, an outstanding physician and citizen of Barren County, was born in Summer Shade, Kentucky, 1888. Began his medical career in Glasgow. He opened a private hospital there, 1914, and later helped build Glasgow's first community hospital. Dr. Howard encouraged passage of an act which created 6 regional tuberculosis hospitals in Kentucky.

Reverse Description: Local Humanitarian - Dr. Howard was instrumental in the establishment of Rural Kentucky Medical Scholarship Fund. Among the numerous awards he received were the Governor's Medallion for outstanding leadership in the field of rural medicine and the Kentucky Medical Association's first Distinguished Service Award. In 1947, he opened the Howard Clinic. Died, 1971. (history.ky.gov.
Click 'read more' for Billy Joe's recollection of that life-and-death run. He says, "Dr. Howard would and has always held a place of very high esteem and respect in our household and in fact all of The Great Wooded South."


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TJRH breaks ground on innovative facility in Smiths Grove

Smiths Grove, KY - T.J. Regional Health celebrated the groundbreaking of its new state-of-the-art healthcare facility in Smiths Grove on Wednesday, November 12, 2025. This new $10 million, 16,000-square-foot facility represents T.J. Regional Health's first expansion into Smiths Grove and the Warren County market, and it is designed to redefine what accessible healthcare looks like for families and patients of all ages.

The clinic will offer primary care, specialty services, naturopathic and holistic wellness, and a unique drive-through care model--the first of its kind in Kentucky--where patients can receive essential health services such as allergy shots, strep swabs, ear checks, and other routine care without leaving their vehicle.

"This new facility embodies our mission to meet patients where they are--both literally and figuratively," said Neil Thornbury, CEO of T.J. Regional Health. "Our drive-through model will make it easier for busy families, parents with children, and elderly patients to get quick, high-quality care in a convenient and comfortable way. We believe T.J. Health Smiths Grove will serve as a model for other healthcare facilities - not just across our state, but across the nation."

T.J. Health Smiths Grove is designed to serve as both a medical hub and a wellness destination, integrating traditional and holistic medicine under one roof. The building's design emphasizes patient comfort, efficiency, and community connection.

"This groundbreaking is significant in every sense of the word," added Stacey Biggs, Executive Vice President of Marketing, Planning & Development. "We're not just breaking ground on a building--we're breaking ground in how healthcare is delivered in Kentucky."


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2025-11-12 15:46:53 | Comments | See topic Health Care


Remembrances for November 17
In Memory Birthday, Gene Thomas Groves, Green County, KY (1938-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Brenda K. (Pelston) Poynter, Edmonton, KY (1953-2020) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Chester Clayton Sneed, Adair Co., KY (1946) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Nolan Dick Richard, Taylor Co., KY (1933) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Curtis P. Neal, Russell Co., KY (1942) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Charles C. Cochran, Casey Co., KY native (1950) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bobbie Powell, Taylor Co., KY (1928) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Juanita Francis Garmon, Burkesville, KY (1933) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Carldon H. Owens, Casey Co., KY 1948) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Alverta (Bert) McGaha, Adair Co., KY (1916-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lonnie Wayne Harper, Barren Co., KY (1951-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Aaron (Big A) Floyd, Casey Co., KY (1917-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Edith M. Davis, Casey County, KY (1930-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Nadine Rainwater, Taylor Co., KY (1926-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mr. James Cecil VanArsdale, 74, Green County, KY (1939-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Colby Jade Thompson, Greensburg, KY (1994-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Edgar Johnson, Casey County, KY (1942-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Marie Westmoreland Wells, Burkesville, KY (1929-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mr. Raymond W. Perkins, 73, Green Co., KY (1941-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Effie Oliver, 80, Eli, KY (1935-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Adam S. Lawless, 39, Russell Co., KY (1976-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mr. Jackie Andrew Perkins, Sr., Taylor County, KY (1947-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Otis Terry, 89, Dunnville, KY (1926-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Janice D. Bailey, Adair Co., KY (1941-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Luther Cox, Yosemite, KY (1945-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Nita Faye Wells Loy, 93, Russell County, KY (1922-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Wendell Edward (The Oxbaker) Bell, 40, Taylor County, KY (1975-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Hazel N. Newton, 96, Metcalfe County, KY (1920-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Patricia Ann White, 66, Metcalfe County, KY (1950-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Tommy Breeding, Taylor/Adair/Estill Counties, KY (1938-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lindy Luttrell Roy, 52, Casey County, KY, (1964-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Margo Crew Moore, 52, Liberty, KY (1964-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Sharon Brown, 72, Taylor Co., KY native (1945-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Gladys Marie Wise Cheatham, Taylor Co., KY (1925-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Betty Karen Calhoun, Green County, KY (1950-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Talmadge (Tab) Elton Rush, Summer Shade, KY (1934-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, John Riley White, Russell County, KY (1941) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Dorothy Emiline Chriswell, 87, Russell Springs, KY (1935-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Eldon Burchett, 81, Jamestown, KY native (1939-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Joe David Bennett, 78, Russell County, KY (1941-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Marie Grider, 93, Columbia, KY native (1929-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Martha (Frankie) Cox, 73, Elkhorn, KY (1948-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
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In Memory Birthday, Russell McGaha, 90, Columbia, KY (1931-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
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