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LWC English students present, connect at national conference From Duane Bonifer A group of Lindsey Wilson College students recently made a big impression on the national stage. The seven students were among a 10-member delegation from Lindsey Wilson that participated at the 2025 convention of Sigma Tau Delta, the international honor society for students of English, held March 19-22, 2025, in Pittsburgh. The students and professors presented their work, sat on panels, and exchanged ideas with students and professors from other colleges and universities throughout the United States. "I was so impressed and proud of all of our students, because not only did they do an amazing job presenting but they were also very impressive during the question-and-answer sessions," said Lindsey Wilson English professor Karolyn Steffens, one of three faculty members who attended the conference. "The Q&A is the unscripted part - you can't really prepare for that, because you don't know what kind of questions you're going to get. Our students blew that segment out of the park." As a result, Steffens said the Lindsey Wilson students "consistently received some of the tougher questions from faculty members at the convention, because they saw the rigor of their argumentation." Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-04-01 22:21:08 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson College
Scheduling permit appointments for 15-year-old drivers From Allen Blair/Sherry Bray Frankfort, KY - Team Kentucky has announced that beginning at 8amET on April 2, 2025, 15-year-old Kentuckians can visit the Kentucky State Police website to search for times and locations to apply for a driver's permit and take the written test. Due to high demand and location availability, appointments are limited. Last week, after signing House Bill 15 into law, Gov. Andy Beshear said the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet was working to reprogram the state's licensing system and that online scheduling would begin April 2. Those interested in scheduling an appointment should follow these directions: Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-04-01 22:19:08 | Comments
April 7 Genealogy Meeting: Solomon Baker and His Long Rifle From Mike Watson Survival in the early years of settlement on the American continent was dependent upon the ability to protect one's self and family and to successfully hunt for food for the table. The long-rifle, as it became known, was the best and most accurate weapon to do both these vital tasks. The Long-Hunters were some of the first to penetrate the dense forests of Kentucky Territory of Western Virginia and the long-rifle made the first trek with them. Makers of each unique firearm were prized citizens and much sought after. There were several gun makers in early Kentucky and their handiwork can still be seen in museums and private collections. Early settlers in Adair County were impacted by the same needs and threats and the need for defense was just as real as ever. Richard Phelps will bring this period of our history to life with a program on gun maker Solomon Baker of Adair County. Learn more about the influence of the Baker Rifle at the next meeting of the Adair County Genealogical Society at 5pmCT on Monday, April 7, 2025, at the Adair Genealogy & History Research Center, 307 Greensburg Street, Columbia, KY. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-04-01 22:05:13 | Comments
KY 61 to one lane next week in Cumberland Co. From Amber Hale The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) District 8 advises motorists that beginning Monday, April 7, 2025, the KY 61 bridge (mile point 10) over the Cumberland River in Burkesville will be temporarily reduced to one lane as crews perform routine bridge inspection. The lane closure is scheduled to take place Monday, April 7, through Thursday, April 10, starting approximately 8amCT and end by 7pmCT, each day. Traffic will be controlled by flaggers. The dates and duration of the lane closures may be adjusted for inclement weather or other unforeseeable delays. Drivers should expect delays and are encouraged to allow extra time in reaching their destination. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-04-01 22:01:58 | Comments Events scheduled for today, April 2, 2025 All events are listed in Central Time. | Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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Boil Water Advisory lifted From Columbia/Adair Utilities District April 1, 2025 As of 9:23amCT on April 1, 2025 the Boil Water Advisory for customers on 1200-7000 Milltown RD, Theron Akin Rd, Ray Coffey Rd, Portland Rd, Carter Keltner Rd, Old Portland Rd, Flatwoods Rd, Kemp Rd, 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. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-04-01 10:40:57 | Comments
ACHS Asst. Principals launched education careers from LWC From Duane Bonifer Anthony Darnell and Trent Hadley took different paths to enter the education profession. But one experience they have in common is that their careers were launched at Lindsey Wilson College. Darnell and Hadley, who are the assistant principals at Adair County High School, also share a passion for educating young people and helping them discern their life calling. "Kids need good role models, discipline and somebody to listen to them to help them with their problems," said Darnell, a 2008 Lindsey Wilson graduate. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-04-01 09:54:15 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson College
ACMS SBDM Council to meet April 2 From Keri Willis, Principal Adair County Middle School The Adair County Middle School SBDM Council will have a special called meeting at 4:15pmCT on Wednesday, April 2, 2025, in Room 137, 322 General John Adair Drive, Columbia KY. The purpose of the meeting is to interview and possibly make a recommendation for a vacant position. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-04-01 09:44:18 | Comments | See topic Education
KSP: Post 15 to conduct Traffic Safety Checkpoints Kentucky State Police Post 15 will be conducting periodic traffic safety checkpoints in the Post 15 area, which includes Green, Taylor, Marion, Washington, Russell, Casey, Adair, Metcalfe, Monroe, Clinton, and Cumberland counties. These checkpoints will be conducted as part of Post 15's highway safety efforts. Troopers will be checking for violations of Kentucky traffic and regulatory laws including, but not limited to, motor vehicle equipment safety, licensing of drivers, motor vehicle registration, child restraints, and operation of motor vehicle while under the influence of intoxicants. A complete list of traffic safety checkpoint locations can be found at the following link: https://www.kentuckystatepolice.ky.gov/post15checkpoints. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-04-01 09:42:06 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports
LWC Business and Technology faculty study AI in coursework From Duane Bonifer Few topics are more divisive in higher education than the role of artificial intelligence in the academy. That's what led three Lindsey Wilson College professors to study the role AI might play to increase and enhance student learning. "In talking to students, especially international students, they say, 'We use it, but we use it to try to do better,'" said Helen MacLennan, who is a professor and dean of the Lindsey Wilson School of Graduate Business and Technology. Along with fellow Lindsey Wilson business and technology professors Hermano De Queiroz and Charles Malka, MacLennan surveyed 157 students to better understand how they use AI in their work. De Queiroz and MacLennan presented their findings at the Society for Advancement of Management national conference, held in March in Tallahassee, Florida. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-04-01 09:36:35 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson College
New officers in Friends of Wolf Creek NFH New leaders are welcomed to the Friends of Wolf Creek National Fish Hatchery - President Steve Bennett of Russell Springs, and Vice President Charmaine Stewart of Columbia. President Steve Bennett is a local businessman and native Russell countian who has been married to his high school sweetheart for more than 40 years. They have two adult children and three grandchildren. Steve loves to fish and enjoys the outdoors. VP Charmaine Stewart, since retiring as a CNA, has enjoyed volunteering with the Friends group for the last six years. She has visited Wolf Creek National Fish Hatchery for several years with her children and grandchildren. She looks forward to sharing the enjoyment of the outdoors with people through the wonderful events that the Friends group and Hatchery provide. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-04-01 01:09:07 | Comments
McGowan named LWC Criminal Justice Professor From Duane Bonifer A lot of people don't land their dream job until they have labored for decades in their profession. That's one reason why Casey Hardy McGowan is excited to be back at Lindsey Wilson College. McGowan was recently named a Lindsey Wilson criminal justice professor and director of the college's Title IX compliance, where she serves as the college's Title IX coordinator. She also will serve as public defender for the Columbia region in nearby Taylor County. "I'm really excited to be back here," said McGowan, who grew up in Jamestown, Kentucky, and graduated from Lindsey Wilson in 2014 with a degree in English and criminal justice and a women's studies minor. "Lindsey Wilson is so special to me . . . I feel like I was able to achieve what I did after I left here because of what I got while I was here. Throughout the years, I have realized how special the Lindsey Wilson student experience is." Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-03-31 18:26:14 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson College
KSP pursuit ends in armed robbery suspect arrest By Trooper Jonathan Houk COLUMBIA, Ky. (March 31, 2025) - Kentucky State Police (KSP) Post 15 Troopers arrested a Muhlenberg County man early Sunday morning on numerous charges after a vehicle pursuit. On March 30, 2025, at 2:06 A.M. CST, KSP Post 15 received a call that a Wayne County Sheriff's Office Deputy was pursuing a vehicle suspected of being involved in an armed robbery of a convenience store in Monticello. The vehicle was a 2008 Ford F-150 traveling west on KY 90 through Clinton County and into Cumberland County, where KSP Post 15 Troopers located the vehicle and continued the pursuit. The vehicle continued north on KY 61 into Adair County, where a tire deflation device was deployed successfully. The vehicle was stopped near the intersection of KY 61 and KY 55 Bypass in Columbia. Upon termination of the vehicle pursuit, the operator exited the vehicle and was taken into custody. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-03-31 17:14:53 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Wigginton challenges let Jesus into your situations By Simon Baker, student news writer, Office of Campbellsville University Communications When do you call on Jesus? When you are anxious, need help on an exam or when life is going wrong? At CU's chapel on March 19, Madison Wigginton, a CU alum, suggested students should welcome Jesus into all areas of their lives, not just when life is going bad. Wigginton opened by telling students about the invitation that Jesus offers - an invitation that requires a response. Jesus lived, went to the cross, laid His life down and rose from the grave to offer salvation to anyone who believes and calls on His name. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-03-31 16:51:14 | Comments | See topic Campbellsville University Birthdays and Anniversaries for April 2 Happy Anniversary, Lee Waggener and William Grider | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Ashley Burchett | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Caleb Blakley April 2 (2003) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Charlie Crawhorn | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Cindy Harris | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Doyle Lloyd | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Dylan Thomas Bryant | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Emily Mae Kelsay | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Glenda Butler | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jackson Hinton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jaylee Ann Willis (2007) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jeff Parnell | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Kevin Robertson | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Madeon Butler (1996) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Mattilyn Kay Abbott (2008) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Megan Long Coomer | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Mya Grace Rickard, (2015) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Sheila Hutcheson (1957) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Twyla Holt | (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.
Public asked for concepts to improve KY49 in Casey Co. From Amber Hale Somerset, KY - The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) in partnership with the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is seeking public input regarding proposed improvements to KY 49 in Casey County. The project proposes reconstructing KY 49 at Brush Creek Hill from Hilltop Drive to Lower Brush Creek Road. The KYTC Project Team has prepared an interactive presentation that may be accessed from April 1, 2025 until April 30, 2025. This presentation may be accessed by visiting transportation.ky.gov/DistrictEight. Project background information, its purpose and need, along with an interactive mapping depicting the preferred roadway alignment and affected properties. A comment form will be provided at the end of the presentation and everyone is encouraged to complete this form. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-03-31 13:10:13 | Comments
Annex and offices within will close at 3 today From Bridget Compton Adair County Deputy Judge Executive, Road Administrative Assistant & Solid Waste Coordinator The Adair County Annex building and all offices within will be closing today at 3pmCT for the funeral of Jason Corbin. Please keep his family and friends in your prayers. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-03-31 12:15:35 | Comments | See topic Local Government
Wednesday bringing more storms to our area Thankfully, no major storm damage has been reported from Sunday night, however a few power outages were reported in the area. Wednesday will bring more storms so we have a couple of days to think about preparedness. Stay weather aware and plan to be safe! There is a full library of emergency prep stories in Columbia Magazine archives. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-03-31 11:46:07 | Comments
Farmers Market season opening on Saturday From Donna Jones Farmers Market on the Square will open for the season on Saturday, April 5, 2025. The market offers a large variety of products and we have a full market of vendors for this season. Farmers Market on the Square is located at the corner of Campbellsville and Merchant Street, and open each Saturday from 8amCT to 1pmCT. We hope you and your friends can come by and join us for opening Saturday. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-03-31 10:15:18 | 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 Wednesday Special: Quesadilla Roja Grilled flour tortilla stuffed witH chicken or beaf with cheese, served with rice, lettuce, sour cream & tomatoes. $6.99 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! Adair County Schools Adair Co. School District, Dayna Parnell, Director of Food Services, 270-384-2476 ACES and ACPC menu for April 2, 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 Wednesday, April 2, 2025:
Speed will be checked in north Columbia area Speeders, take notice - according to Columbia Police Chief Evan Burton, the CPD officers are focusing in the area of north Hwy 55 and the Veterans Memorial Bypass, stopping speeding vehicles. Make a commitment to honor the speed limits, slow down and no texting while driving. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-03-31 01:16:19 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports
ACHS SBDM Council to meet April 3 From Chad A. Parnell, Principal Adair County High School The Adair County High School SBDM Council will have a special called meeting at 4pmCT on Thursday, April 3, 2025, in the ACHS Library, 526 Indian Drive, Columbia KY. The purpose of the meeting is to conduct interview an possibly make recommendations for vacant positions. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-03-30 22:05:44 | Comments | See topic Education
Be weather-aware Sunday night From Grant Loy, Director Adair County Emergency Management The storms that are moving in tonight, Sunday March 30, 2025, are expected to bring damaging winds, hail and the possibility of tornadoes. Confidence seems to be increasing with these storms as they are going to be moving in during the overnight hours when most people are asleep. Please remember to have multiple ways to receive weather alerts! After speaking with Daniel Wilson with Storm Alert Center we are going to be monitoring this storm very closely and will be providing updated information as quickly as possible! The Adair County Annex will be open starting at 8pmCT tonight, and remaining open throughout the night for a temporary storm shelter. If anyone has any questions please contact Adair County E911 Center @ 270-384-4760. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-03-30 07:59:51 | Comments Last 10 Posted Obituaries:
Remembrances for April 2 In Memory Birthday, Pauline Townsend, Louisville, KY (1932-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Greg Coomer, 61, Adair County, KY (1958-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Clyde Akridge, Campbellsville, KY (1944-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Robert K. (Bob) Love, 82, Metcalfe Co., KY (1927) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Annetta B. Parker-Putnam, Taylor Co., KY (1933) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Theresa Kay Harris, Taylor Co. KY (1944) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ruby Tilley, Casey Creek, KY (1916) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Phillip Samuel Kazsuk, Russell County, KY (1921) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William (Billy) Loy, S. Hwy 127 (1944) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James N (Shade Tree) Shofner, Taylor Co., KY (1934) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James Cleary, Cumberland County, KY (1941) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Robin Ann Leslie, Adair Co., KY(1963-2012) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jane Underwood, Taylor County, KY (1930 - 2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Atlee C. Rexroat, Russell County, KY (1919-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. James Phillip Cook, Adair Co., KY, Green Co. KY native (1941-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Freddie N. Burton, 77, Summer Shade, KY (1936-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Herman W. Ratliff, Taylor County, KY (1926-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Joseph Frederick Quinn, Sr., Taylor Co., KY (1935-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ann Thomas Olt, 66, Green Co., KY (1949-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Vicki Cowan, 64, Russell Springs, KY (1951-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Carolyn Madge Arnold, 75, Adair Co., KY (1940-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Pauline Mann Mardis, Taylor Co., KY (1927-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Charlene Hampton, 65, Adair Co., KY (1950-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mona Gail Auberry, 57, Taylor County, KY (1959-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Valerie Diane Evans, 68, Casey Co., KY (1948-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Polly (Dolly) Mae Chadwell Black, Windsor, KY (1936-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rev. Jesse R. Long, 79, Russell County., KY/Casey Co. native (1938-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Vernon Lee (Cricket) Rogers, Perryville, KY (1946-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kenneth Stafford, 79, Casey County, KY (1939-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bobby Moore, 85, Columbia, KY (1937-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bro. John Coomer | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Clay Rogers, 95, Campbellsville, KY (1926-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Flora Partin (02 Apr 1927 - 16 Jul 2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Marlow Luttrell, 89, Dunnville, KY (1933-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Martin Lewis Bryant, Sr., 78, Columbia, KY (1942-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Alice Netherland Reynolds, Taylor County, KY (1925-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Melvin D. Scott, 65, Green Co., KY (1955-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Neda Kaye Watson, Campbellsville, KY (1956-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Patricia (Tootsie) Lee, 85, Hustonville, KY (1935-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Shirley Carolyn Douglas, 83, Louisville, KY (1939-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Thomas Emery Jones, 63, Greensburg, KY (1959-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Viola Thomas, 89, Columbia, KY (1932-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Virginia Evelyn Bernard, 85, Russell Springs, KY (1935-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthdays, Ray Luttrell, Windsor, KY (1935-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) |
 
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