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Boil Water Advisory issued From Columbia/Adair Utilities District Date Issued 10/14/2025, Time Issued 12:50pm A Boil Water Advisory is in effect for all consumers at the following addresses:
This advisory will remain in effect until the situation has been corrected and test results have shown the water to be of an acceptable quality. For more information concerning the Boil Water Advisory, contact Bradley Miller at Columbia Adair Utilities District, 270-384-2181. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-10-14 14:30:54 | Comments
Adair Co. Clerk's Office supports young Ag leaders 'Ag Tag' donations set another record in 2025 From Gabby Barnes Agriculture Educator/FFA Advisor Kentucky farmers donated nearly a million dollars for the Ag Tag Program in 2025. The total, $995,440.74, is the largest amount ever donated in a single year, topping last year's total by more than $60,000, Commissioner of Agriculture Jonathan Shell announced. This program is locally supported by Adair County Clerk Lisa Greer. "For the last three years, the Ag Tag Program has seen new record-breaking amounts every year," Commissioner Shell said. "This couldn't be possible without the wonderful support from our Kentucky farmers. They see value in supporting the next generation of farmers through their donations to the Ag Tag fund. It's that generosity that will help ensure Kentucky agriculture has a bright future." The voluntary donations are divided equally among Kentucky 4-H, Kentucky FFA, and the Kentucky Department of Agriculture (KDA). This year, each group will receive $331,813.58. Since 2016, Kentucky FFA and Kentucky 4-H have received, collectively, more than $4 million from donations made by ag producers renewing their vehicles each year. The Adair County FFA Chapter will receive $1,493.33, which will be divided between the middle and high school FFA chapters because of the Ag Tag program in 2025. Half of the 4-H and FFA donations are returned to local councils and chapters. FFA chapters are free to use the money to meet the greatest needs in their community. The Adair County FFA Chapter will use these funds to feed students at local events, purchase supplies for the barn and shop, and provide hands-on learning opportunities both in and out of the classroom. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-10-14 13:30:30 | Comments | See topic Education
Don Frankin Ford opens in new building In business news this week, the Don Franklin Ford dealership which has been in development over many months, has opened its huge new location on the Veteran's Memorial Bypass in Columbia. The family business won the award as Columbia Adair County Chamber of Commerce 2022 Business of the year. The Franklin family business has grown to over 900 employees in more than 24 locations across Kentucky since it was started in Columbia in 1968 as Don's Auto Sales. In other big news from the family this week, Eddie Franklin wrote, with his wife Alanna, "Happy 2nd Birthday to our Evan! He's our wild child. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-10-14 10:45:15 | Comments
Where the Rooster Crows Barn Affair is Oct 24 and 25 From Anne Patterson Red Fern Stables will be hosting the Where the Rooster Crows Barn Affair on October 24, and 25, 2025:
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Achilles Award for Q32025 goes to Carol Perkins By Kim Harwood, Executive Director Edmonton Metcalfe Chamber of Commerce The Achilles Award for the third quarter of 2025 goes to Carol Perkins. Mrs. Perkins (as she is known by most of her former students) is best known for her time and energy as an educator. Mrs. Perkins was the 2003 Educator of the Year recipient, and radio personality, for years as Carol & Susan Unscripted. The show aired each Tuesday on 99.1 The Hoss. Did I mention she is also an author? Carol Perkins wears many hats, and this makes her an ideal choice for the Achilles Award. Carol took the lead a few years ago as the Shoebox Mission Coordinator. Metcalfe's Operation Shoebox Mission, part of the Samaritan's Purse Mission sends boxes worldwide spreading the Word of God, often to places where no missionaries are permitted to go. She has taken the mission to a new level with the help of amazing volunteers who purchase gifts for the boxes, use their sewing skills to make different craft/clothing items, and prepare the boxes to be shipped. Mrs. Perkins has put a lot of thought into the mission and comes up with clever ideas that she knows will have an impact on the children who receive a box. The arrival of the boxes is the highlight for many of these children. If you want to help with the Shoe Box Mission contact Carol Perkins through Facebook to see what you can do to help. Carol Perkins, we appreciate all you have done and all you still do to make Metcalfe County a better place, thank you and congratulations. We are honored to recognize you as an Achilles Award recipient. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-10-14 10:20:57 | Comments
Local leaders call on Frankfort to fund Pre-K for All 63 county judge/executives, 31 mayors, and superintendents association request Kentucky General Assembly support funding for pre-K. From Scottie Ellis Frankfort, KY - Last week, 63 county judge/executives, 31 mayors and the Kentucky Association of School Superintendents (KASS) all endorsed Gov. Andy Beshear's Pre-K for All initiative, urging the Kentucky General Assembly to make expanding access to pre-K for all 4-year-olds a top priority in the 2026 Budget Session. Local leaders expressing support in the letters were:
The endorsements were made through three letters, each signed and delivered last week to members of the Kentucky General Assembly. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-10-14 10:16:00 | Comments | See topic Politics
ACHS parents invited to Family Paint Night From Keri Willis, NBCT Adair County High School Adair County High School parents are invited to attend a paint party with their ACHS student at 6:30pmCT next Monday, October 20, 2025. Participants will follow the guidance of ACHS art teacher Mrs. Cayce Davenport to create a pumpkin-themed painting on canvas. The event will take place in the Cafeteria at Adair County High School, 526 Indian Dr, Columbia, KY. Refreshments will be served. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-10-14 09:57:35 | Comments | See topic Education
Sing with the Saints on Sunday at Egypt Christian Church Sing with the Saints will start at 6:30pmCT on Sunday, October 19, 2025, at Egypt Christian Church. Come enjoy a night of old gospel favorites and songs of the faith. Egypt Christian Church is located at 4867 Knifley Road, Columbia. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-10-14 08:29:08 | Comments | See topic Church News
Adair Co. School Board to meet Oct 16 From Carolee Lloyd Admin. Assistant to Superintendent/Human Resource Director Adair County Board of Education The Adair County Board of Education will meet in regular session at 6pmCT on Thursday, October 16, 2025, at the Adair County Board of Education, 1204 Greensburg St., Columbia, KY. Meeting Agenda: Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-10-14 08:27:01 | Comments | See topic Local Government
Genealogical Society and Center say Thanks for this weekend... By Mike Watson The Adair County Genealogical Society and the Adair Genealogy & History Research Center want to thank everyone for all the support this past weekend at Downtown Days and visiting our booth, shared with the Jane Lampton Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution. Many of our visitors brought great family and local history stories and much was discussed about our ancestors. I like to say that I learn something new every day, otherwise my day is largely wasted. I learned several things on Saturday, and have several new avenues to research. Additionally, I came away with a bankers box full of photos, books, and other artifacts picked up along the circuit of vendors. These will be sorted, cataloged and scattered throughout our collections. October is Archives Month as well as Family History Month, so... Everyone is always invited to come by the Research Center at 307 Greensburg Street, Columbia, KY, to research or just visit and look around. Our By 270.380.1024 or adairgenealogy@gmail.com. Or find us on Face Book at Adair County Genealogical Society or Adair County, Cumberland County, Metcalfe County KY History and Genealogy. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-10-14 08:11:12 | Comments
Heaven Bound to sing at Through The Fire on Oct 19 From Gary Tucker Heaven Bound will be singing at Through The Fire Worship Center at 6pmCT on Sunday, October 19, 2025. You don't want to miss an amazing night of Worship. Through The Fire Worship Center is located at 24 Burnett Road, Columbia, KY. Call 270-634-2464 for more information. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-10-14 08:07:59 | Comments | See topic Church News
EDA to meet in special called session on Tuesday From Larry Walker, Chairman Columbia-Adair County Economic Development Authority There will be a Special Called Meeting of the Columbia-Adair County Economic Development Authority Board at 6:30pmCT on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at the Welcome & Development Center, 201 Burkesville Street, Columbia, KY. Meeting Agenda: Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-10-14 08:05:13 | Comments | See topic Local Government
ACMS SBDM Council to meet Oct 16 From Samantha Ellis, Principal Adair County Middle School The ACMS SBDM Council regular October meeting will be held at 3:30pmCT on Thursday, October 16, 2025, in Room 127 at Adair County Middle School, 322 General John Adair Drive, Columbia, KY. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-10-14 07:58:16 | Comments | See topic Education Birthdays and Anniversaries for October 14 Happy Anniversary, Adrian and Ashley Stotts (2000) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Jimmy and Roxanne Roberts (1988) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Red and Frannie (1961) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Anthony Horton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Britney Bunch | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Brody Zane Blair (2005) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Bryan Blair | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Connie Brockman | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Crystal Gilpin (1980) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Eric Goodin | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Isaiah Roy (2001) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jackie Goodin | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Katelyn Marie Arnold (2000) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Natasha Diane Smith (1978) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tatum Ann Lewis | (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.
CPD: NC woman arrested for DUI and drug possession The Columbia Police Department arrested a North Carolina woman late Friday night, October 10, 2025, following a traffic stop connected to a shoplifting complaint. At approximately 10:51pmCT on October 10, officers were dispatched to Wal-Mart in reference to an alleged shoplifting incident. During the response, Officer Tyler McKinney conducted a traffic stop on a passenger vehicle. Following an on-scene investigation, the driver was placed under arrest and charged with multiple offenses, including operating a motor vehicle under the influence and drug possession. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-10-13 15:02:15 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Youth Garden Club meets Oct 13 From Veronica Arnold The Youth Garden Club will meet at 5:30pmCT tonight, Monday, October 13, 2025, at the Adair County Extension Office, 409 Fairground Street, Columbia, KY. Classes led by County Extension Master Gardener. Tonight we discuss harvesting and storage of garden crops. Taste and see what gardening can be! Hands on fun for kids of all ages (parental judgement for age appropriate activities). Come and get involved in youth garden club with 4-H! Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-10-13 13:15:07 | Comments | See topic Adair Co. Extension Service
Harvest Festival is Oct 18 at Egypt Christian Church Egypt Christian Church will hold their annual Harvest Festival at 5pmCT on Saturday, October 18, 2025. Enjoy soup/chili/ grilled cheese/desserts for donations benefiting the ladies group, WinGS. Games for kids and fun auctions will be available, too. Egypt Christian Church is located at 4867 Knifley Road, Columbia, KY. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-10-13 12:20:08 | Comments | See topic Church News
Antler Alert: Annual KDOT warning issued to motorists From Naitore Djigbenou/Allen Blair Frankfort, KY - Peak season has arrived for deer activity on Kentucky roadways, and motorists are reminded to stay alert for wildlife to keep safe as state transportation officials' issue their annual Antler Alert. Nearly half of wildlife collisions occur during the last three months of the year. In 2024, there were 190 reported deer collisions in Adair and all surrounding counties, with 67 reported in Metcalfe Co., 49 reported in Taylor Co., 29 reported in Russell Co., 19 reported in Green Co., 11 reported in Adair Co., 9 reported in Cumberland Co., and 6 reported in Casey Co. The Transportation Cabinet offers these driving tips to stay safe:
Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-10-13 12:06:08 | 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 Tuesday Special: Quesadilla Verde Grilled flour tortilla stuffed with chicken or beef with cheese served with rice, lettuce, tomato & quacamole. $8.50 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! Betty's Country Cooking MENU | 2339 Campbellsville RD, Columbia, KY (MAP) Phone 270-384-5664 | Non-smoking. Breakfast served anytime. Credit Cards accepted. Betty's is open on Wednesday, 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. Adair County Schools Adair Co. School District, Dayna Parnell, Director of Food Services, 270-384-2476 ACES and ACPC menu for October 14, 2025: 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 Tuesday, October 14, 2025:
ACSO: Motorcycle accident on Knifley Road From Sheriff Gary Roy Adair County Sheriff's Office On Thursday, October 9, 2025, at approximately 1:13pmCT, The Adair County Sheriff's Office and emergency responders responded to the 4600 block of Knifley Road, to a single vehicle injury accident involving a motorcycle. Upon a preliminary investigation, the operator of the motorcycle was determined as Levi Abbott, age 43 of Columbia, Kentucky. Abbott was traveling South bound on a 2007 Kawasaki ZX600 when, for reasons unknown, during navigation of a curve, the motorcycle crossed the center line went across the North bound lane and left the roadway. The motorcycle traveled the ditch line and struck a culvert before coming to a stop. Abbott was transported to T.J. Health, Columbia before being transported by Air Evac to University of Kentucky Hospital. The Adair County Sheriff's Office was assisted on scene by Adair County EMS, Columbia/ Adair Fire Department, Kentucky State Police, and Air Evac Lifeteam. Deputy Derek Padgett is the investigating Deputy, assisted by Deputy Hunter Tweedy and Deputy Josh Durbin. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-10-13 11:50:44 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Seed and Plant Swap at Trabue-Russell House on Oct 22 From Mary Anne Loy Gardeners, bring your "extra" seeds and plants to the Trabue-Russell House from 3pmCT to 5pmCT on Wednesday, October 22, 2025. Tables will be set up on the back lawn for sharing and swapping. Even if you have nothing to share, come and choose from others' abundance. There is always PLENTY for sharing. Some of the seeds and plants that will be available are:
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OCC National Collection Dates for 2025 From Mark Fudge The National Collection dates for Samaritan Purse's Operation Christmas Child are November 17-24, 2025. Once again the Columbia First Church of the Nazarene will serve as the central drop off location for Adair County and the Green River area. The First Church of the Nazarene/Wheet Fellowship Hall is located at 1200 Jamestown Street Columbia, KY. OCC shoebox donations will be accepted on the following days/hours:
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Remembrances for October 14 In Memory Birthday, Hershell (Toe) Logsdon, 75, Metcalfe Co., KY (1941-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Joe Marcum, 69, Taylor County, KY/Marion County, KY native (1947-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Harold Lynn Feese, Adair Co. native (1961-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Barbara Jean Curry, Adair County, KY (1939-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bernice Rooks, Columbia, KY (1931-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Tammy Wade King, Taylor County, KY native (1966-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Donnie E. Owens, Russell Springs, KY (1947-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Irene Crawley Abell, Casey Co., KY 1930 | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dorothy Mae Jeffries Pierce, 77, Green Co., KY | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Larry West, Russell Springs, KY (1949) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ortella Pickett, Adair Co., KY native (1923) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William Melvin Peevler, Casey Co., KY (1926) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Catharine (Aunt Kate) Elizabeth Merritts, Green Co., KY (1915-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Arlin Wheet, Adair County, KY (1946-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James Keith (T-Bo) Davis, Green Co., KY (1985-2013)) | (Updates/Corrections) in Memory Birthday, Delmer Sherwood Dalton, Danville, KY (1929-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dorothy Hendricks Durham, Casey County, KY (1932-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Acie Vernon Rodgers, Casey Co., KY (1947-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Regina (Speedy) M. McBeath Steely, Russell Co., KY (1936-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William David McMahan, Taylor County, KY (1936-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Roger B. Bernard, 49, Jamestown, KY (1966-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sam Hayes, 82 Taylor County, KY (1933-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Betty Celeste Kean, Russell Springs, KY (1926-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Harry Hugh Huffman, Center, KY (1945-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Charles "Poss" Muse, 79, Burkesville, KY (1937-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Christopher Kenten Shutters, Green County, KY (1961-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Stoy Warren, 86, Green Co., KY/Taylor Co. native (1930-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Shirley Bolt Garrett, 84, Taylor County, KY/Casey County native (1932-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bessie Faylene Wray, 71, Yorktown, IN/Columbia, KY native (1945-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Eural G. (Jeff) Jeffries, Taylor County, KY/Green County, KY native (1927-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Virginia Fraser Janes, Metcalfe Co., KY (1927-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Les Henderson, Knifley, Adair County, KY (1926-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Pauline Garrett Workman, Cumberland Co., KY (1916-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jimmie Donald Hubbard, 78, Metcalfe Co., KY (1939-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Vernon Dwayne Lee, Dunnville, KY (1955-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Nancy Dice, Columbia, KY (1931-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Brack Crawhorn (1910) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Clell D. Parson, 76, Gradyville, KY (1947-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Darrell Wayne Meeks, 52, Casey County, KY (1967-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Delmer Pierce, 81, Russell Springs, KY (1939-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Elizabeth Gail Hardin, 70, Burkesville, KY (1950-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kevin Kirkpatrick, 68, Columbia, KY (1951-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lucy Riddle Nation, 87, Burkesville, KY (1933-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Margaret Hill, 92, Russell Co., KY native (1930-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ronnie Gene Loy, 71, Jamestown, KY (1948-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Stephen Lanier Bower, M.D., 78, Campbellsville, KY (1942-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Tim Simpson, 58, Greensburg, KY (1962-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Virginia Dale Bartle, 96, Hustonville, KY (1926-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William Lewis Warren, 85, Summersville, KY (1935-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Zada Riddle, 81, Columbia, KY (1939-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) |
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