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Vacation Bible School starts June 15 at Purdy SBC Vacation Bible School will be held at Purdy Separate Baptist Church from 6pmCT to 8pmCT nightly, June 15-18, 2026. Purdy Separate Baptist Church is located at 8004 Liberty Rd Columbia, KY. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-06-14 23:34:32 | Comments | See topic Church News
Letter: Woodpecker Photo James Roberts writes: You could also call this a Patriotic Woodpecker from the red, white and blue colors!Comments re: Birds of Kentucky: Red-headed Woodpecker Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-06-13 13:07:41 | Comments | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
VBS starts June 24 at Russell Springs Christian Church From Vicki Lynn Brown It's VBS time again! We at Russell Springs Christian Church invite children through age 13 to attend our Vacation Bible School "Glowing in the Dark!", from 5:30pmCT to 8pmCT nightly, June 24, 25, and 26, 2026. Matthew 5:16 says "Let your light so shine before men that they may see your good works and glorify your Father who is in Heaven." Come GLOW with us! Friday evening, we will have a cookout, waterslide, and more! Russell Springs Christian Church is located at 315 Main St, Russell Springs, KY (corner of Main and College Streets in downtown Russell Springs). We hope to see you there! Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-06-13 13:02:09 | Comments | See topic Church News
City Council to meet June 15 Note: Updates made to the agenda. Article updated Sat June 13, 2026. From Woody Sharpe, CMC City Clerk/Treasurer The Columbia City Council will hold a special called meeting at 11:45amCT on Monday, June 15, 2026, in City Hall, 116 Campbellsville Street, Columbia, KY. The lengthy agenda includes second readings of 5 ordinances. Three are budget- or purhcasing-related, one is a noise ordinance, and one would establish a curfew for city parks. Meeting Agenda: Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-06-12 16:10:27 | Comments | See topic Local Government Events scheduled for today, June 15, 2026 All events are listed in Central Time. | Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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Planning & Zoning Commission will meet June 15 From Woody Sharpe, CMC City Clerk/Treasurer The Columbia Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a special called meeting at 9amCT on Monday, June 15, 2026, in City Hall, 116 Campbellsville Street, Columbia, KY. Meeting Agenda: Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-06-12 15:42:58 | Comments | See topic Local Government
Great Wooded South XI: Going Out West, Part V Catch up with the previous column: Great Wooded South X: Going Out West, Part IV Click here for all the entries in the Great Wooded South series By Billy Joe Fudge So, upon rolling through the security fencing surrounding Chino State Prison, our bus driver headed West. We crossed the San Jose Hills and voila, there, somewhere through the haze and smog to the West was Los Angeles. Or so we were told. Before you could say, "Johnny Carson and The Tonight Show", we were on the Ventura Freeway and I was looking for the Slauson Cutoff! Now the 101/Ventura Freeway/Hollywood Freeway was quite impressive. Los Angeles was a foreign metropolis to most of as we made our way North. Seeing the landmarks I had heard of my entire life, including the famous Hollywood sign, was a treat for sure. Our bus driver was a retired driver who was brought into service to drive Forest Service charters. He was a really good guy, but before the trip was over that night, we all agreed that he should have remained retired. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-06-12 15:30:04 | Comments | See topic Great Wooded South by Billy Joe Fudge
Greater Vision to sing at Millerfield BIC From Kayla Hadley Greater Vision will be in concert at 6:30pmCT on Thursday evening, June 18, 2026, at Millerfield Brethren In Christ Church. Love offering will be received, no ticket needed. Call 270-250-3523 for more information. Millerfield Brethren In Christ Church is located at 1891 Millerfield Rd, Columbia, KY. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-06-12 15:25:47 | Comments | See topic Church News
KY sees unusual drop in Other voter registrations From Nick Storm Frankfort, KY - Secretary of State Michael Adams announced that in May, Republicans continued to increase their share of Kentucky voters; but "Other" voters, including Independents, fell for the first time since February 2025, when a purge removed over 230,000 voters of all political affiliations. The last month when Republicans rose while Independents declined was April 2020. "After countless months in which Independents have out-registered Republicans and Democrats combined, this is a noteworthy change," Adams said. "Time will tell whether this is a momentary blip and Kentucky's political center will continue to grow." Net registration rose by 104, with 4,633 voters removed: 3,883 who were deceased, 611 felony convicts, 64 adjudged mentally incompetent, 42 duplicate registrations, 25 who voluntarily de-registered and 8 who moved out of state. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-06-12 15:22:56 | Comments | See topic Politics ACHS Class of 2026 coverage on Columbia Magazine: Class of 2026 Senior Profiles | Graduation Ceremony | Departmental and Achievement Awards Scholarships | LWU Scholarships | Military Awards | Summa Cum Laude | Magna Cum Laude | Cum Laude
Arnold Family Trip to Washington, DC By Veronica Arnold Our family took a trip to Washington, DC, this summer. This trip was part of a family tradition where grandparents take their grandkids on a special trip when they reach 10-11 years old. The grandkid gets to select a place to visit or thing to experience. Other grandkids have chosen Universal Studios to see the Harry Potter World, one shared her trip with another grandkid and they went on a cruise in Alaska. This year was my youngest, the last grandkid's (for now) turn to select a place to visit. Her grandma had sent her a book for Christmas featuring US cities and places to see across the USA. After being told that Hawaii was a bit of a reach she pivoted and chose to go to Washington, DC. She knew her Aunt Signe lived outside of DC in Maryland and would be more enjoyable for everyone if she took that route. This was our civics education launch pad. Knowing she would go to Washington, DC, we started looking at local and state government too. Isolde helped me, Veronica, in my political campaign for local office. Which also led to many discussions with state law makers. We were treated very well by our state representative Mrs. Amy Neighbors with the best Capitol tour in Frankfort. We began writing letters to our federal representatives in DC, hoping they too would give us such inside looks like Mrs. Neighbors did. While I did most of the letter writing, Isolde was with me during each step. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-06-12 14:40:07 | Comments
Baseball: Indians finish season 18-20 By Trey Stephens, Staff Writer The Adair County Indians ended the season with a final record of 18-20. The team wrapped up action in the 5th Region Tournament with a 3-4 loss to Nelson County, who lost 5-7 in the following round to the eventual region champions, LaRue County. This was the second straight Indians' season ended by Nelson County in the 5th Region Tournament, after last year's 4 to 10 outing. Jasper Kemp started on the mound for the Indians, going six innings, giving up four earned runs, walking three batters and striking out six, all on 94 pitches. Kemp would be the only pitcher for the Tribe to enter the stat book. The Indians recorded a total of four hits, one each by Jackson Sinclair, Bryce Russell, Alex Martin, and Dax Conn. Martin would post the best batting average for the team on the day, at .500, due to gaining two walks in addition to his one hit. Carson Darnell also had a pair. Russell also lead the team in stolen bases, with three, and Kemp and Darnell posted two each. The Indians baseball team, much like the Lady Indians softball squad, has reason to hope for the future. Just one senior saw action in the final game of the year, so much of the squad will return. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-06-12 11:34:04 | Comments | See topic Sports
Letter: Who will take song to Number One? Donna Rieder writes: I've listened to Dr. Ben Arnold's song, "Yesterday's Pain", several times, and it is really quite good. It has every element needed for a perfect song, full of emotion and wisdom, and really hits home.Comments re: Physicist playing with poetry Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-06-12 11:23:39 | Comments | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
Huge Spirit of 76 Celebration in Albany By Al Cross Clinton County Community Foundation Seventy Six, KY - The 250-year history of the United States of America has been written not only in places like Philadelphia, New York and Washington, but in every community in the country - including the historic community of Seventy Six in Southern Kentucky. So, where better to celebrate the spirit of 1776 than the only place in America named Seventy Six? That's the question being asked - and the invitation being issued - by folks in Clinton County, who are staging what looks to be the area's biggest celebration ever and one of the more interesting celebrations of America's semi-quincentennial on the weekend of July 3 and 4, 2026. The schedule includes free concerts by country, bluegrass and Americana music stars; a huge fireworks show; golf tournaments, a 7.6-mile race, and historical and patriotic presentations that will highlight the contributions of Seventy Six and the county to the history of Kentucky and the nation. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-06-12 11:13:47 | Comments
LWU and Sobrius create special scholarship for employees By Duane Bonifer Lindsey Wilson University and Sobrius are partnering to help create a clearer path to higher education in Southwest Virginia. The two organizations have created a special scholarship for Sobrius employees and their family members to attend Lindsey Wilson. The Lindsey Wilson-Sobrius Scholarship will be available to Sobrius employees and their family members who enroll in Lindsey Wilson bachelor's programs in business administration, communication, criminal justice, human services and counseling, and nursing. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-06-12 11:00:45 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University Birthdays and Anniversaries for June 15 Happy Anniversary, Billy and Mitzi Burton (1974) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, BJ and Tasha Huff (2007) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Brandy and Brent Thompson (2002) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Kenny and Heather Kirby (2013) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Hannah Lee McKinley (2010) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jeremy Hancock | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Julie Breeding (1974) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Kami Pike (2005) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Margaret Jones | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Mary L. Davis | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Teresa Richard | (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.
ACSO: Columbia man arrested for false hostage report From Sheriff Gary Roy Adair County Sheriff's Office On Thursday, June 11, 2026, deputies with the Adair County Sheriff's Office responded to 1253 Campbellsville Road, where a male subject had called a family member and stated people were being held hostage at this location. Upon arrival, deputies checked the residence and found that no one was being held hostage. Deputies made contact with a subject outside the residence and placed him under arrest for the false report and alcohol intoxication. As deputies were taking the man to the patrol car, he kicked one of the deputies, resulting in an additional assault charge. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-06-12 10:59:10 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Dukes Returns Home to Lead the Indians' Football By Mig Feuser / The Adair Progress When Cameron Dukes was officially introduced as the new head football coach at Adair County High School, his impressive resume was already well known. The Shepherdsville native was a three-time NAIA All-American quarterback at Lindsey Wilson University, helped lead the Blue Raiders to a national championship, earned Academic All-American honors and later played professionally in the Canadian Football League. But during his introduction, Dukes made it clear that what drew him to the position was not simply football. It was Columbia itself. "Just coming back to Columbia, I got here in 2016 and just have grown to love this place, the community, just everything about it," Dukes said. "It feels like home as soon as you get here." Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-06-12 09:58:50 | Comments | See topic Sports
Columbia-Adair EDA to meet June 17 From Larry Walker, Chairman Columbia-Adair County Economic Development Authority The Columbia-Adair County Economic Development Authority Board will hold the next monthly meeting at 8amCT on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at the Welcome and 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. 2026-06-11 20:44:01 | Comments | See topic Local Government
Sumitomo employees approved for training and development From Scottie Ellis/Brandon Mattingly Frankfort, KY - On June 11, 2026, Gov. Andy Beshear highlighted that Team Kentucky will provide workforce training and skills development to over 7,400 Kentuckians. This continued investment in our state workforce is thanks to support provided through the Bluegrass State Skills Corp. (BSSC), which oversees programs attached to the Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development that help private-sector businesses establish industry-specific training initiatives. Approvals from last month's meeting included workforce training support for over 960 employees at Baptist Health Deaconess in Madisonville. Other approvals include 634 trainees for Toyotetsu Mid America in Owensboro, 300 employees at RFC in Shelbyville, 286 workers at Algood Food Co. in Louisville, 264 trainees at Grupo Antolin Kentucky in Hopkinsville, 257 employees at Commonwealth Cooperage in Morehead, and 232 employees at Sumitomo Electrical Wiring Systems in Edmonton, among others. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-06-11 20:37:28 | Comments | See topic Kentucky What's Cooking in Columbia Today Click restaurant names for hours, directions, and prices. Fiesta Mexico of Columbia 819 Jamestown St., Columbia KY. 270-384-6004. Hrs.: 10:30amCT daily; Sun, 11amCT Authentic Mexican Restaurant Margarita Mondays! 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 Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 6amCT 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 Co. School District Adair Co. Schools Summer Feeding Program, Dayna Parnell, Director of Food Services, 270-384-2476. All children ages 1 - 18 years old who are residents are encouraged to participate in the Adair Co. Schools Summer Feeding Program
Adair Senior Citizens Center 901 Hudson Street, Columbia, KY 42728. 8amCT to 2pmCT Monday through Friday. Phone 270-380-1899. JoAnn Smith, Director. Menu for Monday, June 15, 2026:
Boil Water Advisory issued From Columbia/Adair Utilities District Date Issued 6/11/2026, Time Issued 6:05pmCT A Boil Water Advisory is in effect for consumers on Baker Street, Mack Street, Cole Street, Mitchell Street, and the side street off of Mitchell Street. The advisory has been issued due to a main line break. Following such an event, the potential exists for bacteriological contamination of the water supply therefore this Boil Water Advisory has been issued as a precautionary measure. Until further notice, boil all water used for drinking and cooking, bringing the water to a rolling boil for three minutes before using. 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. 2026-06-11 20:22:27 | Comments
Letter: Enjoying the song and poem Bill Collins writes: What a wonderful song (poem) by Dr. Arnold!!Comments re: Physicist playing with poetry Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-06-11 19:26:01 | Comments | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
Official proclamation: Mark Twain Week starts Monday The week of June 14-20, 2026 is proclaimed "Jane Lampton Clemens and Mark Twain Week" in Columbia, Kentucky by Mayor Pamela Hoots. This is in recognition of the collaboration between Lindsey Wilson University and the Arts Administration Program at Lindsey Wilson University; with input from the Adair County History and Genealogy Research Center and the Adair County Arts Council. The proclamation follows: Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-06-11 12:32:06 | Comments | See topic Local Government Last 10 Posted Obituaries:
Remembrances for June 15 In Memory Birthday, Danny Sherrill McBeath, Russell Co. native (1945-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Merle "Tutor" Benningfield, Taylor Co., KY (1930) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Virginia (Ginny) Willoughby, Taylor Co., KY (1941) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William Henry Hall, 80, Greensburg, KY | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Herschel T. Compton, 83, Adair Co., KY native (1927) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Darrell Shipp, Taylor Co., KY (1948) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sherry Kay Long, 46, Cumberland Co., KY (1965) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lula May Smiley, Adair County, KY (1931) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jerry L. Burton, Campbellsville, KY (1930) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Cozetta Pierce Snow, Green County, KY (1948-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Corrine Cobb Williams, Taylor County, KY (1928-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, LaRita Nueman, Taylor County, KY (1955-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Charles Ernest Mitchum, Glensfork, KY (1928-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lucy G. Mings, Taylor Co., 1947-2015 | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Fred Arms, Russell County, KY (1918-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Billy Wayne Jones, Greensburg, KY (1942-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Adrin Lee Shelton, Alvaton, KY formerly of Green County, KY (1940-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Peggy Roberts Hall, Taylor County, KY (1939-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Tyler Jordan Wilson, 25, Russell Co., KY/Taylor Co. KY native (1991-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James Daniel (J.D.) Long, Sr., Adair Co., KY; Green Co. native (1932-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Alicia Irwin, 59, LeGrande, Center, & Campbellsville, Kentucky (d. 18 Jul 2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Donald Pettyjohn, Liberty, Casey County, KY (1944-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, J.D. Montgomery, 79, Adair County, KY (1938-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jim Garnett Burris, 90, Taylor County, KY (1928-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Diane (Tootie) Furkin, 63, Dunnville, KY (1957-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Doris Jean Newton, 91, Campbellsville, KY (1932-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dr. Gary Ervin, 69, Green County, KY (1950-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dr. Llewelyn N. Hortillosa, 83, Columbia, KY (1941-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Frances Jeannette Montgomery, 87, Columbia, KY (1937-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Glenn Ernest Smith, 85, Liberty, KY (1931-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Janette Hurt Grubbs, 93, Cumberland Co., KY (1932-2026) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Judith Caldwell, 73, Columbia, KY (1949-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Katharina Jagielka Kania (1875-1935) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Ann Durham Kelly, 63, Green County, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Naomi Benningfield, 87, Campbellsville, KY (1933-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Nina Stephens, 90, Russell Co., KY (1932-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ollie Opal McKenzie, 93, Edmonton, KY (1927-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Robert Bagby, 84, Campbellsville, KY (1937-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ross Whitehouse, 82, Green County, KY (1936-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Royce McQueary, 78, Russell Springs, KY (1944-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sonnie Wayne Matney, 85, Greensburg, KY (1938-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Virginia Carol Thompson Polley, 74, Glasgow, KY (1942-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Wilma Jean Stargel, 76, Columbia, KY (1947-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) |
 
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