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Chamber of Commerce to meet Oct 14 From Ellen Zornes, Executive Director Columbia-Adair County Chamber of Commerce The Columbia-Adair County Chamber of Commerce will hold their monthly meeting at NoonCT on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, in the basement of the Columbia-Adair County Welcome & Development Center, 201 Burkesville Street, Columbia, KY. Luttrell Staffing, 'Celebrating Women in Leadership' - program and lunch sponsor. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-10-09 14:06:53 | Comments | See topic Chamber of Commerce
Loretto Clocktower Project wins Beautify the Bluegrass award LOUISVILLE, KY - On Wednesday, October 8, the 2025 Beautify the Bluegrass Governor's Award was presented by Kentucky Living Magazine to a team of local community champions whose project has had an uplifting, lasting impact on the Commonwealth. The 2025 award winner was the Loretto Clocktower Plaza Project in Marion County. Five standout Beautify the Bluegrass finalists were announced in August by Kentucky Living and Governor Andy Beshear, including the Irvin Schoolhouse Renovation in Russell County. The finalists were:
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New App from Kentucky State Parks From Anita Hatchett Frankfort, KY - Building on the New Kentucky Home initiative, the Kentucky Department of Parks has implemented a new mobile app designed to enhance state parks' outdoor recreation experiences. For the first time, guests will have access to accurate digital maps that are also available offline. The free mobile app, powered by OuterSpatial, provides up-to-date information and resources on outdoor recreational opportunities and events, curated experiences and hiking trail maps. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-10-09 13:55:06 | Comments
Important dates for candidates and voters The next Kentucky Primary Election will be held on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, and the next Kentucky General Election will be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Adair County Clerk Lisa Greer sends some reminders of important dates for potential candidates and voters in 2026 elections:
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Letter: The retirement question Comment on Lynda Wilkerson's article October 9 is Ageism Awareness Day By Richard Raines I think a lot of well-intentioned people who we may not have seen in a while will ask something to the effect of "Are you retired?" or "When are you going to retire?" not realizing it is not a welcome question to the person they are asking. As for me, first I've worked jobs that had retirement plans, but I left for a variety reasons (If I had stayed, I would have been headed to a vacation at Our Lady of Peace, I was considered a "liability more than a asset to the company", or the company, or the one that I really enjoyed went broke because of decisions made by upper level management. One job I liked had a retirement account that the owner contributed to, however it was a small business where the owner couldn't afford to pay for employee health insurance and keep the doors of the open. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-10-09 10:21:14 | Comments | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
LWU Theatre Dept announces cast for Anne of Green Gables By Duane Bonifer The Lindsey Wilson University Department of Theatre is gearing up to bring one of the famous stories from the rural Canadian province of Prince Edward Island to the stage, and the cast has been set, to include Reilly Wells, LeBron Barroso, Zoe Boatright, Mayatu Brown, Gage Carnes, Gabriella Devore, Brandon Grider, Leeshawn Johnson, Shiane Lussier, McKenzie Melton, Cade Ramsey, Sabrina Ruiz, Nellie Leona, and Aidyn Weingartner. The Lindsey Wilson production of the musical adaptation is directed by graduate assistant Kassidy Phelps '24 of Burkesville. Lindsey Wilson Theatre will present Anne of Green Gables: The Musical November 3-7, 2025, for area schoolchildren, and then November 6-7, 2025, for the public. All performances will be in V.P. Henry Auditorium. The cast and their roles are: Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-10-09 09:20:42 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University
New Life For The Nations Women's Gathering Oct 25 From Shirley Powell New Life For The Nations will present "Come to the Well," a Women's Gathering, at 10amCT on Saturday, October 25, 2025. Registration is $20, and there will be a fellowship lunch following the gathering. Shirley writes: Hello, my name is Shirley Powell, daughter of God, a speaker of The Good News Report. I am a lifelong resident of Adair County. I am a widow, mother of Jeremy, who is married to Rachel. And a bonus son, Wesley, who is married to Courtney. They have given me three beautiful grandchildren, River, Nolan, and Everly.New Life For The Nations is located at 5095 Campbellsville Road, Columbia, KY. For more information, call 270-250-1147 or visit www.nlftn.org. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-10-09 09:01:50 | Comments | See topic Church News
Unveiling of the Judge Tom Emberton statue Nov 2 From Kim Harwood, Executive Director Edmonton Metcalfe County Chamber of Commerce The Edmonton-Metcalfe County Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the unveiling of the Judge Tom Emberton statue at 1:30pmCT on Sunday, November 2, 2025, honoring an individual who was a noted leader and stateman serving his country, the commonwealth, and community his entire adult life. The Emberton statue, created by internationally recognized sculptor and an eighth-generation Kentuckian, Amanda Matthews, is a life-size bronze sculpture capturing Judge Emberton in his judicial robes while holding the Constitution of the United States. Chief Justice (Ret) Laurance VanMeter once said, "I consider Tom Emberton a great, great man. I have had a number of wonderful mentors in my career who taught me how to be a lawyer and how to be a judge, but I feel like I learned something more from Tom Emberton: how to carry oneself with honor, grace, and dignity...he exemplified the qualities to which all public officials should aspire." This monument honors a man who continued to touch Metcalfe County and its citizens for over fifty years. The unveiling ceremony will take place at the Tom Emberton Metcalfe County Courthouse in Edmonton, Kentucky, and is open to the public. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-10-09 08:54:23 | Comments 
October 9 is Ageism Awareness Day Why should Adair County care and what each of us can do? By Lynda Wilkerson, Executive Director The Support Agency On behalf of the Board of Directors of The Support Agency, I want to bring attention to October 9th, which is Ageism Awareness Day. This day is set aside to recognize how biases about aging show up in society and how to take small, practical steps to address it. Let me define ageism. Ageism refers to stereotypes (how we think), prejudice (how we feel), and discrimination (how we act) toward others or ourselves based on age. Ageism can apply to younger or older people. Ageism negatively impacts our health and well-being, our financial security and the economy. It exists in many forms, influencing everything from personal interactions to public policy, and impacts us at every age. What can you do to address ageism? Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-10-09 08:51:39 | Comments | See topic Health Care
Smoke Alarms installed free Friday and Saturday Working smoke alarms can cut the risk of death from home fires in half. That's why Red Cross volunteers in fire departments and partners are working to Sound the Alarm. Together, they're installing free smoke alarms in the community. Request a smoke alarm installation on Friday, October 10, or Saturday, October 11, 2025 between 9am and 3pmCT. by calling 270-201-4177 or emailin sckyhomefire@redcross.org. More information at www.redcross.org/local/kentucky.html Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-10-08 22:47:31 | Comments
Phillips Tank & Structure officially open in Sparksville By Heather Spoon, Consultant for Economic Development Authority (EDA) We are thrilled that Phillips Tank & Structure chose Adair County to locate their business and as of last week, the new plant had a ribbon cutting ceremony in their new home, the former Jimmy Reliford building in Sparksville, KY. We are looking forward to PTS not only being a part of our community and creating new jobs, but providing hope and opportunity to students in the ACHS Welding Program, giving them a better chance to work where they live. Economic development takes time. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-10-08 22:26:36 | Comments 
48th Homecoming at Hadley's Community Church From Rita Carter Hadley's Community Church will be celebrating its 48th Homecoming at 10amCT on Sunday, October 12, 2025. There will be special singing by The Gospel Sounds, followed by a meal. Hadley's Community Church is located at 8269 Fairplay Rd., Columbia, KY. Bro. Elbert Hadley and congregation cordially invite everyone to attend. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-10-08 21:34:06 | Comments | See topic Church News
Adair Co. Little League Basketball and Cheer signup deadline From Daniel Hedges A Final Reminder: The Little League Basketball and Cheer sign-up deadline is one week from today, at 5pmCT on Wednesday, October 15, 2025. Forms can be picked up and dropped off at Downey EYE Clinic, 1463 Campbellsville Rd, Columbia, KY. Signup fees are due when the form is submitted. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-10-08 21:31:58 | Comments | See topic Sports Birthdays and Anniversaries for October 9 Happy Anniversary, Billy and Hilda Smith (1970) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Anthony Lawhorn | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Brady Zane Blair (2005) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Courtney Cross | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Daniel Adams (1978) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Debbie Coffey | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Hunter Taylor | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jaymeson Hunt Corbin Harmon (2009) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Lindy Barr (1971) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Nelson Burton (1989) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Patricia Breeding (1981) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Richard Burris | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Sara Ann Lewis Baker | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Sara Lewis (1984) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Shelia George O'Banion | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Shelia O'Banion | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Steven Douglas Holt (2013) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tatum Reese Bolden | (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.
Adair County Cattlemen to meet Oct 20 The Adair County Cattlemen's Association will meet at 6pmCT on Monday, October 20, 2025, at the Adair County Extension Office, 409 Fairground Street, Columbia, KY. The meeting is sponsored by Day & Day Feed and Purina, and topics include Body Conditions Scoring Cattle and 2025 Hay Test Results. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-10-08 15:56:17 | Comments | See topic Adair Co. Extension Service
Kiwanis Club of Campbellsville holds year-end banquet From Rose Jones The Kiwanis Club of Campbellsville ended the 2024-2025 year on September 30, 2025, with a banquet at the Taylor County Extension Office. The Kiwanis Kentucky Tennessee District 13 Lt. Governor Chuck Fletcher installed the 2025-2026 officers and board members. The officers are:
President Jones expressed appreciation to the board and club members who have worked diligently throughout the year to make this year a success in reaching the children and families we serve. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-10-08 15:48:09 | Comments
Report on the October City Council meeting From Mayor Pam Hoots The Columbia City Council met in regular session on Monday, October 6, 2025. The Council heard from the Trabue Russell House. Board members presented a check from Christa Belle Montgomery Gimbel for $5,000.00 to the city for preservation of the Trabue Russell House. Board members Mary Ann Loy, Chuck Rogers, Susan Loy, and Susan Upchurch were in attendance. Janell Dixon, Public Affairs Specialist, with the U.S. Small Business Administration was in-house to give an update on services offered through the Economic Injury Disaster Loan. In other business: Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-10-08 11:18:18 | Comments | See topic Local Government
Football: Indians fall to Raiders at Hart Co. By Trey Stephens, Staff Writer On Friday, October 3, 2025, the Adair County Indians fell 43-14 on the road, to the Hart County Raiders. The Indians were unable to stop the Raiders rushing attack, giving up some 373 yards on the ground to Hart County. The Indians also struggled to move the ball, posting just 179 total yards of offense (98 on the ground and 81 through the air). All the Indians' passing yards came from junior Madden Moye, who was four for 13 for 81 yards, with a touchdown with two interceptions. The majority of those yards came on a 67 yard touchdown catch by senior Dawson Gilbert. Senior Ryder Rodgers led the team on the ground with 14 carries for 81 yards and a touchdown. Sophomore Callum Darnell was the only other Tribe player to post positive rushing yards. He had seven carries for 17 yards. Rodgers led the team in tackles and rushing yards, posting an impressive 18 tackles. Junior Tristan Mullins had 17, and junior Brayden Bennett posted 10 tackles to round out Adair County players posting double-digit tackles. The Indians defense on the game posted four tackles for loss, one sack by junior Damon Edwards, and two fumble recoveries by the prior mentioned Ryder Rodgers. The Indians now have a bye week before returning to the field when they travel to take on Edmonson County (2-5) on Friday October, 17, 2025. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-10-08 11:00:15 | Comments | See topic Sports 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, Thursday, October 9, 2025: Fiesta Mexico of Columbia 819 Jamestown St., Columbia KY. 270-384-6004. Hrs.: 10:30amCT daily; Sun, 11amCT Authentic Mexican Restaurant Thursday Special: Enchiladas Rancheras 3 cheese enchiladas topped with pork cooked with tomatoes, onions, bell peppers and enchilada sauce, served with a salad. $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! 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 Senior Citizens Center 901 Hudson Street, Columbia, KY 42728. 8amCT to 2pmCT Monday through Friday. Phone 270-380-1899. JoAnn Smith, Director. Menu for Thursday, October 9, 2025:
Carol Perkins: I'm Falling and I Can't Get Up Previous Column: Raindrops Keep Falling By Carol Perkins When I left off last week, the rain was pelting down on Connie and me as we tried to reach the walkway to our condo in Jacksonville Beach. Staggering my way along the wet sand with Connie following, I heard her yell, "You go on ahead. I'll be behind you." I reached the gate into the condo gardens and looked back to see Connie's head pop up over a sand dune near the wooden walkway. When she didn't soon follow, I looked again and this time saw nothing. I turned to Freeda, "I bet she's down." Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-10-08 10:54:49 | Comments | See topic Carol Perkins
Downtown Days 2025: Classic Car Show and Cruise In Registration for the Downtown Days 2025 Classic Car Show and Cruise In will begin at 8amCT on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at 201 Campbellsville St., Columbia, KY. The entry fee is $20, and all makes, models & bikes are welcome Viewing will take place from 9amCT to 2pmCT on Saturday. There will be door prizes, a 50/50 drawing, 14 Elite trophies, 2 Best of Show trophies, plus Top-20 trophies. For more information, call 270-634-0469 or 270-634-0553. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-10-08 09:21:31 | Comments
Antioch Church 160th year celebration By Judy Reliford 160 years--that's how long Antioch Church in the Sparksville Community of Adair County has had a church on the present property. On Sunday, September 7, 2025, 116 people gathered at the church to celebrate Antioch Church. During the worship service, former pastors and Antioch's present pastor, Carol Weddle, were presented with a small gift of appreciation to their devotion to the Antioch family. Each person present received a "history" booklet, an ornament, and a "Sparksville News" bulletin. Thanks to everyone who helped in making this event happen and be so successful! See also: Antioch Church to celebrate 160 years in September 2025. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-10-08 09:05:31 | Comments | See topic Church News Last 10 Posted Obituaries:
Remembrances for October 9 In Memory Birthday, Jordan Lee Moore, Cumberland County, KY (1990-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kara Joyce Freeman, Campbellsvile, KY (2019-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Frances Hash, 77, Taylor Co., KY (1932) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Alton (John Boy) Creason, Green Co., KY (1935) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Artis Byrd, Casey Co., KY (1932) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jane Wood, Taylor Co., KY (1924) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Alfred "King Al" Blackman, Jr., Taylor Co., KY (1970) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Opal V. Miller Casey Co., KY (1922-2010) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Donnie Glenn Coomes Green Co., KY (1937) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Elymus Lewis, Taylor Co., KY (1917) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Alliene King Jones, Greensburg, KY (1928) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Shelia Curry, Taylor Co., KY (1960) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Virginia (Gin) Lois Clark, Green Co., KY (1928-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jean Maggard,, Adair Co., KY (1948-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Wanda Miller, Casey County, KY (1930-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ruth Pearl Huff, Russell Springs, KY (1932-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Betty Compton, Taylor Co., KY (1936-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Tal Lee Smith, 94, Edmonton, KY (1921-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Cunneen Poynter | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Virgie Ruth Spears Scott, Cumberland Co. KY (1935-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James E. Coyle, Russell County, KY (1967-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rhodena Lee Robertson Hart, Russell Co., KY (1938-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Esther Frances Warf Thompson Wiley, Green County, KY (1920-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Hazel Bastin, 87, Casey County, KY (1930-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Billy Michael Graham, 66, Columbia, KY (1954-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jimmy George (1955-1991) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kadeasha (Minnie) Miller, 28, Columbia, KY (1993-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Larry D. Clark, 67, Columbia, KY (1956-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Nora Ann Patterson, 78, Liberty, KY (1943-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Patsy Kuhn, 78, Columbia, KY (1946-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rachel E. Willis, 88, Columbia, KY (1933-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Tracy York-Murrell, 39, Columbia, KY (1984-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Verlee G. Miller, 93, Jamestown, KY (1927-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William Lee Rodgers, Jr., Casey County, KY (1943-2014) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) |
 
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