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Congratulations to Adair Co. FFA Land Judging Team!

Continuing a Tradition of Success: Adair County FFA Land Judging Team Advances to State

From Gabrielle Barnes
Agriculture Educator/FFA Advisor

On Thursday, October 16, 2025, the Adair County FFA placed second in the Lake Cumberland Regional Land Judging Contest. Team members were Ethan Wooten, Addie Baker, Isabella Harvey, and Katie Kean. All team members performed exceptionally, and Isabella Harvey was the highest scoring individual of the entire contest.

The contest requires students to evaluate land for use in agricultural production. They have to estimate slope, determine the multiple soil characteristics, identify the land capability class, select the proper conservation measures, and choose the limitations for each of four sites. The goal of this hands-on career development event is to assist in preparing students for a career in agricultural production. The team's success in this contest is a testament to the work the students put in to prepare. It took countless hours of hiking and studying to perform at this level. They have spent weeks walking slopes, evaluating site cards, and finding sinkholes.


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2025-10-17 14:27:40 | Comments | See topic Education


Sunset over New Columbia before weather change


2025-10-18 - Columbia, KY - Photo by Linda Waggener, ColumbiaMagazine.com.
Weather predictions were for a stormy Saturday night, October 18, 2025 with cooler temperatures on Sunday. The first part of Sunday will be windy and rainy but will give way to sunny and cool conditions. This picture is of clouds gathering late Saturday over New Columbia.


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Trabue-Russell House Fall Bean and Burgoo Lunch

From Mary Anne Loy

The annual Bean and Burgoo Lunch will be held from 11amCT to 1pmCT on Friday, October 24, 2025 at the Trabue-Russell House, 299 Jamestown St., Columbia, KY.

Lunch includes your choice of burgoo, beans, or chili; pimento cheese or ham-and-cheese slider; and a selection of cookies and water. The price is $10.00, and delivery is available for orders of 5 or more.

Bring a friend or two and enjoy a wonderful fall meal overlooking downtown Columbia! Pre-order by October 22, 2025 at Text: 270-250-1831 or Fax: 270-384-6055.


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2025-10-17 14:22:17 | Comments

Current Local Conditions
Adair: 74 F
Casey: 73 · Cumberland: 76 · Green: 74
Metcalfe: 73 · Russell: 74 · Taylor: 74
Updated at 12:30am Sunday, October 19, 2025
  High/Low: 74 F / 74 F
SLP: 1005.8
Wind: S at 6
Dewpoint: 62 F
Relative Humidity: 64.68%
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


Safe Halloween a Full Circle Moment for Lindsey alums

Victor Tellis, Jr., had an eventful career at Lindsey Wilson in the 1990s. The Louisville native was recruited to play basketball and soccer, and Tellis says he chose Lindsey over some bigger regional schools because he fell in love with the small campus and family atmosphere he found there.

In addition to studies and athletics, Tellis served as an RA and served as Junior Class President, where a Halloween tradition was born. Victor says, "We were in a council meeting thinking of things to engage the Columbia community. I remembered as a kid getting my candy stolen from me when I was younger. That was a vivid memory for me. So I wanted kids to be safe while trick or treating. I know they go in their neighborhood, but I suggested we have a 'Safe Halloween For Kids' on campus.

I printed out alot of flyers. I played sports, so I enlisted the sport teams to help and decorate their doors so kids could know which doors to visit. My fellow RAs volunteered to escort the kids through their halls."

"Safe Halloween," which is sponsored by the university's Office of Residence Life, has mushroomed from attracting a few dozen guests in its early years to hosting hundreds of guests annually from throughout the region. On Friday, October 31, 2025, the university will hold its 31st annual "Safe Halloween." The campus is preparing to be invaded by hundreds of ghosts, goblins, superheroes, princesses and cartoon characters.

Victor says, "Everytime I hear it's still going on today, it make my eyes well up. I believe I left campus and the community better than when I got there."

Victor and his wife Sharilyn, who also graduated from Lindsey Wilson, visit campus whenever they get a chance. Victor was in town in September for the Brady Button Memorial Golf Scramble in September, and he and Sharilyn plan to bring their grandkids to this year's Safe Halloween. He says, "It's a full circle moment for us, that puts things in perspective. I'm looking forward to sharing a tradition with my grandkids that I started. Hope they think PEE PAW is cool."

For information about this year's event, see LWU to host 31st Annual Safe Halloween


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2025-10-17 14:08:42 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University


Football: Indians face Wildcats at Edmonson Co

By Trey Stephens, Staff Writer

The Adair County Indians Football Team returns to action on Friday, October 17, 2025, as they go on the road against the Edmonson County Wildcats (2-6). The Indians should be well-rested coming off the bye week. They have not played a game since their October 3 meeting with Hart County.

However, the same can be said about Edmonson County, as their last game was an October 3rd 35-12 loss to LaRue County. In their last game, the Wildcats struggled to stop the run, giving up 290 rushing yards to the Hawks of LaRue County. In that same game, Edmonson County saw most of their offensive production come from the ground game, with 152 total rushing yards. They were led by senior Colten White, with 10 carries for 52 yards.

The Indians will need to be on the lookout for White on the field on Friday. If you are available, make the trip and cheer them on! Kickoff is scheduled for 7pmCT on Friday, October 17, 2025, at Edmonson County High School, 220 Wildcat Way, Brownsville, KY.


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2025-10-17 13:59:44 | Comments | See topic Sports

Events scheduled for today, October 19, 2025
All events are listed in Central Time. | Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
8:00amCTWalk the pumpkin trail and cast your vote at Blair Park now through Halloween (ID:69695 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
10:00amCTHomecoming Service at Cane Valley Christian Church
Bro Godfrey Jackson preaching and Bro Ivan Tucker singing (ID:69654 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
Fall Revival at Mt. Zion Community Church (ID:69684 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
10:30amCTHis Heart singing at Shiloh Christian Church (ID:69681 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
2:00pmCTLWU Arts and Humanities Month: Piano Extravaganza -- Part II
W.W. Slider Humanities Center Recital Hall (ID:69520 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
A Piano Extravaganza! Part II
W.W. Slider Humanities Center Recital Hall, 155 Blue Raider Drive, Columbia, KY
Free and open to the public. A goodwill offering will be taken. (ID:69588 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
6:00pmCTRevival at Whites Chapel SBC: Bro. Troy Coffey (ID:69643 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
Heaven Bound singing at Through The Fire Worship Center (ID:69669 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
6:30pmCTSing with the Saints at Egypt Christian Church (ID:69671 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
Charity Baptist Church Fall Revival (ID:69687 | 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.

Adair Co. FFA at Lake Cumberland Regionals


2025-10-17 - Pulaski Co., KY - Photo courtesy Gabby Barnes.
On Thursday, October 16, 2025, Adair County FFA students proudly represented our community in Archery, Land Judging, and the Lake Cumberland Regional Delegate meeting. Students that participated from left to right are as follows: Addie Baker, Myla Curry, Isabella Harvey, Katie Kean, Ethan Wooten, Brayden Fitzgerald, Lane Kelsay, and Kai'Den Roach.


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CPD: Local man arrested for courthouse vandalism

From the Columbia Police Department

On October 6, 2025, Columbia Chief of Police Evan Burton was notified of vandalism involving the Adair County Historic Courthouse Clock Tower that occurred on September 15t, 2025.

Following a review of multiple surveillance cameras from businesses located around the Columbia Square, the male suspect responsible for the damages was identified.

On Thursday, October 16, 2025, Columbia Police Officer Trent Williams and Sergeant Jay Wilson served an active Adair County District Court arrest warrant for him.


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2025-10-17 13:49:26 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports

Planning underway for Christmas Holiday Season in Columbia

From Trey Stephens
City of Columbia | Assistant to the Mayor

The City of Columbia is beginning to plan events for the 2025 Christmas Holiday season and it is shaping up to be one of the busiest ever. Events include the annual drive-through Christmas in the Park, the Live Nativity Scene and Caroling at Citizens Park, and CPD's Operation Christmas Spirit, collecting toys and items for needy children.

All in all the 2025 Christmas season in Columbia will be a busy and jolly one full of community support and celebration. We ask everyone to join in and help us make the holidays the best they can be for all in Columbia! If your organization, business, church or group would like to participate in these events, please contact the Mayor's Office at 270-384-6183.

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2025-10-17 13:46:45 | Comments | See topic Local Government

Hay needed for Pumpkin Trail at Blair Park

By Vicky Pike

If anyone has some "old hay" in small bales with string on, that could be donated to help with decorations on the Pumpkin Trail at the Jim Blair Park and Recreational Center, it would be appreciated.

Phone the AC Judge's office 270-384-4703 if you have some that could be picked up. The Trail opens tomorrow, Saturday, October 18, 2025, 901 Hudson Street, Columbia.


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2025-10-17 12:00:15 | Comments | See topic Local Government

Birds of Kentucky: Canada Goose


2025-10-17 - Central Kentucky - Photo by Pen.
A deceptively calm moment with a Canada Goose on a local pond.


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Letter: Bearwallow Cemetery maintenance

By Larry Burton

My name is Larry Burton. Not too long ago. I posted a request asking people to donate to bear wallow for the upkeep of our ancestral grounds. The cemetery is the last contact for the people that we love and admire. It gave me great pride to see that people have been donating to the cemetery. My family has been on Burton Ridge since the very beginning of the Burtons immigration to their new home. My great grandfather donated the land for Purdue Church and the school located behind the church.

I would like to take this opportunity to thank those of you who feel as I do that our ancestors deserve to have their resting place kept up. I would like to thank Danny Goodin for his resolve in taking care of Bearwallow.

I would like to request that the local funeral homes place the cemeteries as an option for donations. Maybe they have done that already if not, please do. Thank you once again, -Larry


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2025-10-17 11:12:35 | Comments | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback

Chafin Keyed Up for Sunday Extravaganza

"A Piano Extravaganza! Part II" will be performed at 2pmCT on Sunday, October 19, 2025, in the W.W. Slider Humanities Center Recital Hall, 155 Blue Raider Drive, Columbia, KY.

LWU music professor and Director of Church Relations Gerald Chafin says, "At Lindsey Wilson University we are incredibly excited to host the Piano Extravaganza! Actually, I'm super 'key'ed-up for such an extravagance! It's a concert like none that we've ever hosted. Just imagine watching two Steinway pianos being played by four pianists at the same time!"

The musical cornucopia will open the first homecoming week celebrated at Lindsey Wilson University. The eclectic and diverse list of compositions to be performed includes Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov's "Flight of the Bumblebee"; "Mamma Mia," by 1970s Swedish pop supergroup ABBA; George Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue; the "Jupiter" movement from Gustav Holst's The Planets; and "Bridge Over Troubled Water," by Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel.

The performance is free and open to the public, but a goodwill offering will be taken. Chafin says, "Please join us on Sunday afternoon on the LWU campus. This will definitely be a grand and 'note'worthy occasion!"

More about the performers: A Piano Extravaganza! Part II
Lindsey Wilson Homecoming Weekend 2025: www.lindsey.edu/homecoming.


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2025-10-17 09:57:16 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University


Local LEOs instruct LWU students about substance abuse

Human services and counseling classes meet with local law-enforcement officers to learn a team approach to fighting alcohol and drug abuse.

By Duane Bonifer

Lindsey Wilson University students in Mahalia Cain's human services and counseling classes got the opportunity to study substance abuse from a different perspective on Thursday, October 16, 2025.

Students in Cain's "Substance Abuse" and "Abnormal Psychology" classes met with Columbia-Adair County law enforcement officials to learn how the departments deal with people who are suspected to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

To better illustrate the topic, members of the Columbia Police Department brought the department's Substance Abuse Education trailer to campus, which gave students additional insight into issues law-enforcement officers often face.


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2025-10-17 09:28:37 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University

Volleyball: Senior Night victory for Indians

The ACHS Indians Varsity Volleyball team honored seniors Kinzlee Akin, Anekah Albrektson, Anslie Spoon and Addison Spoon during their home game against the Metcalfe Co. Hornets on Thursday, October 16, 2025 in John Burr Memorial Gymnasium. The Indians swept the match 3-0, ending a 6-game winning streak for the Hornets, and improving to 28-6 for the season.

CM staff writer Trey Stephens was on hand for photos - click title to see them all.


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2025-10-17 09:19:48 | Comments | See topic Sports

Adair Co. FFA Land Judging Team


2025-10-17 - Pulaski Co., KY - Photo courtesy Gabby Barnes.
On Thursday, October 16, 2025, the Adair County FFA placed second in the Lake Cumberland Regional Land Judging Contest. The land judging team members from left to right are: Addie Baker, Isabella Harvey, Katie Kean, and Ethan Wooten.


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Corbin and Davis book signing at Adair Co. Adult Education

From Mary Ford
Adair County Adult Education

Adair County Adult Education will be hosting a book signing from 4pmCT to 6pmCT on Monday, November 3, 2025, for local ACMS 7th graders Jackson Corbin and Jordyn Davis. Their first novel is a murder mystery called "Too Much Blood: A Novel of Terror, Secrets, and Survival."

The book signing will be held at our office at 969 Campbellsville Road, Columbia, KY next to Day & Day Feed. 45 copies of the book will be available for free on a first come basis, and the novel can also be purchased in paperback from Amazon for $6.99.


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2025-10-17 09:01:14 | Comments | See topic Books

Encouragement: You Still Have Time

Sometimes we panic because it feels like we’ve missed our shot. But hear this — as long as you’re breathing, you still have time. You can still start again. The clock isn’t your enemy — it’s your coach, reminding you that small steps add up.

You’re not too late; you’re just getting seasoned. Every setback has been preparing you for the moment you stop doubting and start doing. So, take a breath, square your shoulders, and say, “My time isn’t over — it’s unfolding.” - Encouragement from Dr. Danny Morris


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2025-10-17 01:35:09 | Comments

Birthdays and Anniversaries for October 19
Happy Anniversary, Katie and Kent Boyce (2012) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Terry and Kathy Goodin (1974) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Ann Smith (1967) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Garry Cox | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jane Branham | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jeana Collins Pike (1972) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Kim Kelley Dykes | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Lynn Kilgallen | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Margaret Antle | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Michael Mitchum | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Miller Quinn (2006) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Ricky Roy | (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.

4-H Country Ham Auction will be November 6

By Tony Rose
Adair County Extension Agent for 4-H Youth Development

The Adair County 4-H Program will be holding its 14th 4-H Country Ham Auction starting at 5:30pmCT on Thursday, November 6, 2025, at the Adair County Cooperative Extension Service, 409 Fairground Street, Columbia, KY. This year, we have 34 4-H Youth who will be auctioning off country hams produced by the youth as part of their 4-H Country Ham project. Each youth will create a ham gift basket that will be auctioned off along with their ham.

We are looking for people and businesses that would be interested in bidding on and purchasing the ham gift baskets at this year's auction. If you are interested in potentially attending as a buyer, contact Tony Rose at 270-384-2317 or by email at trose@uky.edu.

Proceeds from the ham auction will be divided as follows:
  • 90 percent of the total proceeds will be equally divided between the youth who auction off hams.
  • 10 percent of the total proceeds will go to a Country Ham scholarship. Each year, a graduating senior who participates in the ham project may apply. Up to three $300.00 scholarships will be awarded.
We hope you will help support our local 4-H youth by participating in our 14th 4-H Country Ham auction. Just show up just before 5:30 p.m. on November 6 to participate. Rumor has it that the hams are very tasty this year, so don't miss out.


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2025-10-16 17:27:19 | Comments | See topic Adair Co. Extension Service

HGR seeks handmade art and craft vendors

From Lyn Stanton, Program Director
Homeplace on Green River

For our first Fairies on the Farm Event, coming November 1, 2025, Homeplace is seeking vendors who fall into the theme of family-friendly Fairies and Fantasy. We strongly prefer genuine hand made items over wholesale/resale, but will consider all applications. Products must be handmade, homegrown, or upcycled. No resale or MLMs, please. We would love to have you show and sell your paintings, pottery, photography prints, jewelry, and more!

Prospective vendors can apply online at https://www.homeplacefarmky.org/fairies-on-the-farm.html. (scroll down to the vendor application).

If the application is approved, you will be sent a payment link. Or, you can apply and pay by phone at 270.308.2309. Applications must be approved and then paid for before the space is considered reserved. We have spaces available in the tobacco barn for $50, as well as spaces in the feedlot and lawn areas for $35.


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2025-10-16 17:22:57 | Comments | See topic Homeplace on Green River

Isabella Harvey takes high score at Land Judging Contest


2025-10-17 - Pulaski Co., KY - Photo courtesy Gabby Barnes.
On Thursday, October 16, 2025, the Adair County FFA placed second in the Lake Cumberland Regional Land Judging Contest. All team members performed exceptionally, and Isabella Harvey, above, was the highest scoring individual of the entire contest.


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Public meeting for US127 Reconstruction Project in Russell Co

From Amber Hale

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) will hold a public informational meeting for proposed intersection safety improvements on U.S. 127 in Russell County from 5pmCT to 7pmCT on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, at the Russell County Auditorium Natatorium Complex (doors 9 & 10), located at 2167 South Highway 127 Russell Springs, KY.

The proposed project includes roundabouts and other improvements at intersections along four miles of U.S. 127 between the Jamestown Bypass and KY 619 (Maple Street). The purpose of this project is to improve safety, boost traffic capacity, and improve mobility for all highway users.

The meeting will be open-house style, allowing attendees to drop in at their convenience any time between 5pmCT and 7pmCT. KYTC representatives and project consultants will be on hand to provide information, answer questions, and discuss project details. Project displays will be available for review, and attendees will be able to share their comments and feedback.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you have a disability for which the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet needs to provide accommodations, please notify Jami West or Amber Hale of the necessary requirements. This request does not have to be in writing. Please call 606-677-4017.


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2025-10-16 17:16:12 | Comments

Boil Water Advisory lifted

From Columbia/Adair Utilities District
October 16, 2025

As of 10:30am on October 16, 2025 the Boil Water Advisory for consumers starting at 160 Sparksville Road to 3468 Sparksville Road and all side roads in between, 35 Highway 1952 to 1582 Highway 1952 and all side roads in between, all of Chance Road and all side roads 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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2025-10-16 11:48:46 | Comments

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

Betty's Country Cooking
MENU 2339 Campbellsville RD, Columbia, KY - Phone 270-384-5664. Bettys is open on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 5:30amCT to 8pmCT, and on Sunday from 8amCT to 3pmCT. Breakfast served anytime. Credit Cards accepted. Non-smoking.
On the hot bar today, Sunday, October 19, 2025:
Turkey and Dressing, Tenderloin, Salisbury Steak, Roast Beef with Carrots and Potatoes, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Corn, Mac and Cheese, Pinto Beans, Baked Potato Casserole, Brussels Sprouts, Breaded Squash, Cranberry Sauce, Hush Puppies, Rolls, Cornbread

Come In, Grab A Plate, and Enjoy!


Fiesta Mexico of Columbia
819 Jamestown St., Columbia KY. 270-384-6004. Hrs.: 10:30amCT daily; Sun, 11amCT
Authentic Mexican Restaurant
Sunday Special: Burrito Fiesta, $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


Black Stallion Steakhouse
202 Will Walker Rd., Columbia, KY. 270-380-1800. Open seven days a week 11am to 10pmCT.
Nonsmoking. Credit cards accepted. Private rooms available. Full Bar Seating, Beer & Wine, 7-days a week

Black Stallion is open today from 11amCT to 9pmCT!
Steaks & Ribs, Seafood, Chicken, Combinations and Vegetarian Platters, Sides, Salads, Soups, Sandwiches, Wraps, Burgers

Click here to read our menu


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.



Bring pumpkins to Blair Park contest Saturday

By Paige Nickel, Adair County Tourism Director

The Jim Blair Park and Recreation Center's Pumpkin Trail will open for decorating Saturday, October 18, 2025 from 8am-12noonCT - drop off and register your pumpkins for the contest.

Prizes are: first place - $150 cash; second place - $75 cash; and third place - $25 gift card to shop local.

Voting will be open from October 19th-31st and then prize winners will be announced by Adair County Tourism. Look for the QR Code at the park to cast your vote.

Jim Blair Park and Recreation Center is located at 901 Hudson Street, Columbia, KY. Everyone is welcome!


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2025-10-16 11:34:39 | Comments

Silent City 2025 - getting to know Marshall Todd

By Linda Waggener

Mary Marshall Paull Todd was called Marshall all her life. She was a fifth grade teacher. While she and her husband Charles (Chokie) Todd had no children of their own, she felt that every single young student was her child to encourage and help.

She was a feminist who called herself a defender of her family heritage, her Cumberland Union Presbyterian Church on Burkesville Street, the Cincinnati Reds, and the Democrat party.


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2025-10-16 11:07:31 | Comments | See topic Local History

Safe Halloween a Full Circle Moment for Lindsey alums


2025-10-17 - Louisville, KY - Photo courtesy Sharilyn Tellis.
Lindsey Wilson graduates Victor and his wife Sharilyn Tellis plan to bring their grandkids to this year's Safe Halloween, a tradition Victor helped to kick off way back in 1994. Pictured from left to right, are Sharilyn, Rachel, Victor, Brenda, and Christopher, one of the Tellis' grandchildren, at Boo at the Zoo last year. (Their other grandchild, Carter, is not pictured.)


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LWU to offer scholarship for first responders, family members

From Duane Bonifer

In an effort to help first responders realize their higher education goals, Lindsey Wilson University has launched the First Responder Scholarship.

The scholarship will be available to first responders, as well as to their immediate family members, who are interested in Lindsey Wilson's undergraduate and graduate programs. The scholarship applies to first responders who serve or have served at least one year as a law enforcement officer, firefighter, emergency medical technician, paramedic and telecommunicator, commonly known as a dispatcher.

Lindsey Wilson created the scholarship to assist first responders who want to continue their educational journeys, especially those interested in starting a second career after they retire from public service.

"We know that many individuals are interested in pursuing education to upskill, pivot or continue their careers after the early retirement their profession affords," said Hannah Coyt, Lindsey Wilson counseling assistant professor and assistant director of the university's nationally ranked professional counseling graduate program. "This scholarship will allow many of them to explore those education options."


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2025-10-16 10:27:16 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University


Remembrances for October 19
In Memory Birthday, Lee Roy Bennett (1945) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Arlin Downey, Greensburg, KY; Adair Co. native (1938) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mark Allan Stafford, Casey Co., KY (1958) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mr. Holland Moss Milby, Green County, KY (1933) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ardis R. Stargle, 68, Russell County, KY (1945-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Kathryn E. Hall , Casey County, KY (1950-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Vanda Vanese (Nessie) Vaughn, Green Co., KY, (1925-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, John Douglas (Shorty) Gabehart, Taylor County, KY (1953-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Gladys Fair Walls, Casey County, KY (1921-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Charles Riggs, Taylor County, KY (1934-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jean Hughes Cox, 71, Taylor Co., KY (1943-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Marcia Winfrey Hume, Cumberland Co., KY (1930-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Homer Spears, 84, Casey Co./Pike Co., KY native (1931-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Russell Ross, 82, Russell County, KY (1934-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, John Lanis Goode, 65, Taylor County, KY (1951-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jodi Adele Heselton Atwood, Casey Co., KY (1967-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Danny G. Helm, 71, Adair County, KY/Russell Co., KY native (1946-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, James -Jimmy- Caton, Taylor County, KY (1961) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Judy Ann Campbell, 63, Adair County, KY (1954-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Willie Mason (Bill) French, Campbellsville, KY (1921-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ann Matherly Dile, 82, Taylor Co., KY native (1937-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Betty M. Schaeffer, 89, Columbia KY (1933-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Brenda Jasper, 71, Russell Springs, KY (1950-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Cavella Lyons Robbins, 56, Florence, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Cleo Shofner, 92, Taylor Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Colby Deener, 95, Taylor Co., KY (1927-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Davis Hadley, 80, Russell Springs, KY (1940-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Delano Shipp, Campbellsville, KY (1941-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Dicy Coffey, 99, Russell Springs, KY (1921-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Donald E. Doss, 72, Adair Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Elizabeth Hopkins Patterson, 88, Taylor Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Emma Goodin, 91, member Bearwallow UMC (1915-2007) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, James Melson, 48, Jamestown, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, John Richard Williams, 53, Campbellsville, KY (1965-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Judith Ann (Judy) Flanders, 79, Green Co., KY native (1941-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Kelsay (Bug) Barnes, 91, Campbellsville, KY (1928-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lowell Woodruff (Woody) Goodin, 82, Columbia, KY (1942-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lucille Goode, 90, Bradfordsville, KY (1929-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Pamela Schubert, 57, Dunnville, KY (1965-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Prudence Milby Russell, 99, Green County, KY native Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Robert E. Wojcik, 80, Liberty, KY (1942-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ruby B. Humble, 84, Russell Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Walter Lee Allen, 61, Campbellsville, KY (1957-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)

 































 
 
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