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Soccer: LWU to host CU for Senior Night Thursday marks the final regular-season home match for women's soccer this season, serving as senior night. Lindsey Wilson Athletics will celebrate all the senior student-athletes in the soccer program following the conclusion of the women's match. The No. 19 Lindsey Wilson women's soccer team will host archrival Campbellsville at 5pmCT on Thursday, October 8, 2026, at Ray Wells Field at Walter S. Reuling Stadium, 151 Holloway Drive, Columbia, KY. Lindsey Wilson will recognize its seniors on the men's and women's soccer team after the women's match concludes. The No. 18-ranked Lindsey Wilson men's soccer team will play Campbellsville at 7pmCT, following the senior recognition. Coverage of both matches and Senior Night will be streamed through the Lindsey Wilson Sports Network. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-07 17:05:16 | Comments | See topic Sports
Regional efforts focused on seat belt safety Oct 9-12 From Marla Marrs Frankfort, KY - To encourage seat belt use, save lives and prevent serious injuries from traffic crashes, Team Kentucky will join with law enforcement from across the commonwealth and in several other states for Operation Crash Reduction - a seat belt enforcement campaign running from October 9-12, 2026. "In a crash, wearing a seat belt can be the difference between walking away or suffering serious injuries," said Kentucky Transportation Secretary Rebecca Goodman. "We all have a responsibility to make safe choices on the road. Buckle up, put your phone down and help us keep Kentucky's roads safer for everyone. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-10-07 16:39:27 | Comments
City Council meeting recap The City of Columbia held their monthly City Council Meeting on Monday, October 5, 2026:
*This is for discussions between a public agency and a representative of a business entity and discussions concerning a specific proposal, if open discussion would jeopardize the siting, retention, or upgrading of the business. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-07 16:36:43 | Comments | See topic Local Government
Get no-cost Voter ID Cards at driver licensing offices From Naitore Djigbenou/Allen Blair Frankfort, KY - Ahead of elections coming up on November 3, 2026, Team Kentucky is reminding eligible registered voters who do not currently have an accepted form of identification that they can get a Voter ID card at no cost at Driver Licensing Regional Offices. Voter ID cards are available year-round and can help eligible Kentuckians meet voting ID requirements if they do not have another accepted form of ID. "Voting is the bedrock of our democracy and allows Americans to have a say in what is best for their communities and our country," said Gov. Beshear. "This program helps eligible voters get the ID they need to have their voices heard this November." Voter ID cards can be requested at any of the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet's (KYTC) 35 Driver Licensing Regional Offices or at their regularly scheduled popup driver licensing events. When applying, Kentuckians must present proof of identity, proof of Social Security number, proof of Kentucky residency documents, and complete an application form. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-10-07 16:33:26 | Comments | See topic Politics 
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State orders bridge on CR Jones Road to be closed From Bridget Compton Adair County Deputy Judge Executive, Road Administrative Assistant & Solid Waste Coordinator Per the State Transportation Department, CR Jones Road (CR 1445 at MP 0.2) over Caney Fork bridge will be closed due to the condition and analysis or changes in the weight-carrying capacity of the subject structure by the bridge preservation analysis staff. This office has determined that the posting level for the following bridge should be as follows: Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-07 14:45:27 | Comments
First the Library, next the World Members of the 4-H Garden Club, master gardeners and volunteer parents met on Monday evening, October 5, 2026, for their fall service project, planting donated bulbs and plants to beautify the grounds of the Adair County Public Library. Plants were provided by Columbia Walmart, Springhead Farm, and a few local Master Gardeners. Members of the Corray family, Arnold family, and Condon family came to the club meeting to help get the plants into the ground. Master Gardener Veronica Arnold says, "Everyone who participated is excited for spring so they can see which bulbs took root and flowered. But we just have to wait and see!" Veronica says of the youth participating in the Garden Club so far this year, "They have big plans! These kids want to build a bigger, seasonal garden, and give away the produce to the food bank or possibly sell at the farmers market. I am trying to recruit more gardeners and find a plot of land for them to cultivate." 4-H Garden Club meetings are always open door, and kids of all ages are welcome with parental supervision. The next meeting will be held at 5:30pmCT on Monday, November 16, 2026, at the Adair County Extension Office, 409 Fairground Street, Columbia, KY. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-07 09:57:45 | Comments | See topic Adair Co. Extension Service 
ACSO: Injury collision on Hwy N 55 From Sheriff Gary Roy Adair County Sheriff's Office On Sunday, October 4, 2026, the Adair County Sheriff's Office responded to a two-vehicle injury collision between a passenger car and a semi truck, at the intersection on HWY N 55 and Cane Valley Rd. A 15 year old male juvenile of Columbia was operating a 2007 Toyota Camry, and attempted to make a left hand turn from Cane Valley Road on HWY 55 and pulled into the path of a 2007 Peterbilt being operated by Benjamin Hardin of Campbellsville, which was traveling northbound on HWY 55. The male juvenile was taken to a Lexington hospital by helicopter for injuries he received in the collision. The collision is being investigated by Deputy Ricky Shirley. Assistance on scene was provided by Adair EMS, CAFD, and the Kentucky State Highway Department. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-07 09:49:53 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports 
Celebrating 64 Years of Love By Duane Bonifer John and Jean Collins of Campbellsville celebrated two momentous life events on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at Lindsey Wilson University -- the day they got married 64 years ago and the place where they first met more than 65 years ago. "We talked about several places where we'd like to go, then he suggested that we come here," Jean said as she finished her lunch at Lindsey Wilson's Roberta D. Cranmer Dining & Conference Center, which was a field when they were students at the school. "It's the best food around," said John. "This is the best food we can eat." Then he said to Jean: "What better place could we come than where I met you?" Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-10-07 08:27:32 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University 
Carol Perkins: Date Night Previous Column: I've Fallen and Can't Get Up By Carol Perkins Back in the 1950s and 1960s, Saturday night was all about date night. Every now and then, the date involved another couple, and I even remember cruising around with two other couples in one car. Picture a Saturday when I was just prepping for a date. Can you recall your dating years? First, dating was random. It wasn't unusual or "fast" to date one boy one weekend and a different one the next; if you didn't wear a ring around your neck. Our theory was: how would you know if you met the right one if you had only dated one boy your entire life? My friends and I often dated the same boy at different times. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-10-06 18:48:17 | Comments | See topic Carol Perkins
Vote for Public Favorite in the Downtown Days Photo Contest From Mike Watson Photographs entered in the Downtown Days Photo Contest will be on display at the Adair County Genealogy & History Research Center during operating hours, 9amCT to 5pmCT each day, Monday through Friday, through Tuesday, October 13, 2026. An independent judging team of three professionals will select the first, second and third place winners. Everyone is encouraged to come by and view all the entries. Each person may then vote for their favorite to create another winner, "Public Favorite." The public is encouraged to come by each day through Saturday, to place one vote per day per person for the Public Favorite. Results of the contest will be announced before/between Downtown Days concert performances on the evening of Saturday, October 10, 2026. The Adair County Genealogy & History Research Center is located at 307 Greensburg Street, Columbia, KY. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-06 18:43:10 | Comments 
Wildfire Hazard Season is Oct 1-Dec 15 Frankfort, KY - Team Kentucky is reminding Kentuckians to be alert as the fall wildfire hazard season began October 1, 2026. Outdoor burning restrictions will be in place throughout the commonwealth. To help prevent wildfires and protect your family, neighbors, and firefighters, KDF recommends the following precautions:
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Arts & Humanities Month proclaimed in Columbia October has been celebrated as National Arts & Humanities Month since the early 1990s, led by the nonprofit Americans for the Arts. Lindsey Wilson University's A.P. White Campus is taking part in the nationwide celebration, with a series of events during the month of October 2026. In order to recognize Lindsey Wilson University and their commitment to our community, Columbia Mayor Pam Hoots met with joined Dr. Allison Egnew Smith from Lindsey Wilson University at the start of the month to proclaim Arts and Humanities month in the City of Columbia. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-10-06 18:01:26 | Comments | See topic Local Arts Scene
Sample Ballots for 2026 Kentucky General Election Click below for sample ballots for the upcoming November 3, 2026, Kentucky General Election:
Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-06 17:41:49 | Comments | See topic Politics Birthdays and Anniversaries for October 7 Happy Anniversary, Ryan and Julie McQueary (1999) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Adysen Jewell Wooley (2009) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Blake A. Burriss (2011) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Boon Matney (1967) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Briley Stephen Taylor (2003) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Cassie Jo Rogers (1992) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Dana Michelle Hancock-Edwards (1970) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Ellie Cristin Cheatham (2005) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Elliot Smith (1993) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Hilda Legg | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jonathan Wayne Franklin | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Julius Holmes | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Libby Moss | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Marlena Sharpe McDonald (1979) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Rhonda Froedge (1959) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Sandra Elaine Pyles Parker | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Sonny (1939) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Stefani B. Knight (1990) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tammy Coffey | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Timothy Eaton (1976) | (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.
Col. William Casey presentation by Richard Phelps on Friday From Mike Watson Richard Phelps will be portraying Colonel William Casey for the public at 1pmCT on Friday, October 9, 2026, at the Genealogy & History Research Center, 307 Greensburg Street, Columbia, KY. This new presentation on Col. Casey, ancestor of Samuel L. Clemens--Mark Twain--was created this spring by Richard for the Mark Twain Storytelling Festival and has quickly become a classic with a cult following. If you have seen this presentation previously, come see it again as Richard continues to refine the story! Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-06 17:29:00 | Comments
Some updates for Little League Basketball From Daniel Hedges Coaches are still needed for Little League Basketball. IF you are interested in coaching Little League Basketball this year, please make note of the draft night on the signup form, or contact Wes Irvin. A couple of notes on coaching:
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Silent City Tour is October 12 From Mike Watson The 20th Annual Silent City Tour is scheduled to begin at 5:30pmCT on Monday, October 12, 2026. The presenters for the program are now being arranged and will be six in number. We look forward to returning features as well as new presenters at the Columbia City Cemetery. The audience will come up the drive between the Justice Center and the Fire Department as the tour will begin in the Old Section. We encourage everyone who can, to start at the History Center/Public Library, and walk over to the cemetery. After the presentations, the presenters will be in the History Center to answer questions and everyone is invited to enjoy cake in celebration of this anniversary program. This informative historical program grows each year and this one will be no exception. Much research by each presenter and supporters goes into each vignette. The history of our town, county and particularly those interred in the town cemetery, is highlighted in a variety of ways for the spectators assembled at the cemetery. Presenters will be positioned for their part in the evening program. The entire program generally lasts about forty-five minutes to an hour, then back to the Center for a reception. In case of inclement weather, an alternative plan is in the works. For more information, contact the Adair County Genealogy & History Research Center, 307 Greensburg Street, Columbia, Kentucky; 270.380.1024. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-06 16:35:38 | Comments
How to spot a scam and what to do if you fall for it By Evan Burton, Chief of Police Columbia Police Department I received the October 2026 issue of Kentucky Living magazine from Taylor County RECC this past weekend, and an article titled "How to Spot Scams: Pause, Check, Protect" by Kristen White caught my attention. The article provides information about common scams we are seeing in 2026. Unfortunately, we are also seeing and hearing about citizens in Columbia and Adair County becoming victims of these types of scams. If you receive this month's Kentucky Living magazine and have a few minutes, I definitely recommend taking the time to read this article. A little awareness can go a long way toward protecting yourself, your family, and your finances. Learn more about how to stay safe from scams at https://stopscams.ky.gov. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-10-06 09:34:34 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports 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 beef with cheese, served with rice, lettuce, sour cream and tomatoes. $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 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 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, October 7, 2026:
ACSO: Georgia man arrested at Marina From Sheriff Gary Roy Adair County Sheriff's Office On October 2, 2026, the Adair County Sheriff's Office received information that a fugitive from Cobb County, Georgia, was residing on a houseboat at Holmes Bend Marina. Deputy Ricky Shirley located and arrested the man, Ajuan D. Lyles, from Marietta, GA, on the following charges:
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Work Zone Driving Tips from KYTC To help keep everyone safe in Kentucky's highway work zones, KYTC encourages all drivers to follow these tips:
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Pre-Law Society helps LWU students chart path to law school By Duane Bonifer A group of Lindsey Wilson University undergraduate students is working with a professor to forge a clear path for students who want to attend law school. In its second school year as a student organization, the Pre-Law Society was founded by Carlee Drury '27 to help give the university's aspiring lawyers -- or even students curious about the legal profession -- a place to gather and a source for information. "It's a great way for all of us to come together," said Drury, who is a criminal justice and political science double major from Providence, Kentucky, and serves as chapter president. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-10-06 09:21:26 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University Last 10 Posted Obituaries:
Remembrances for October 7 In Memory Birthday, Dorothy Wilson, 88, Russell County, KY (1925-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Earl Porter McCoy, Cumberland County, KY (1928-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, C.W. Goff, Green County, KY (1946-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In memory Birthday, David Yeagley, Taylor County, KY (1966-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Marcella Lawless, Russell Springs, KY (1932-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Marcia Ann McKinley Cook (d. May 14, 2003) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Corey Lee Spears, Green Co., KY (1989-2009) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Herman Duncan Cundiff, KY (1931) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Virginia Ramsey , 85, Taylor Co., KY (1925) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Wilbur Roy , Russell Co., KY (1941) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Eugene Ray (Gene) Strode, Adair County, KY (1962) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William Lawrence Barber, Jr., Burkesville, KY (1940) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Shelia Cox, Taylor County, KY (1953) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Paul Mills, Taylor Co., KY (1930) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Clara Bennett, Russell County, KY (1921-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Darrell D. Hafley, 61, Casey County, KY (1952-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Betty Gayle Stidham , 66, Columbia, KY (1948-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rollin Depp Harbison, 97, Summer Shade, KY (1917-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Donna White, Taylor County, KY (1960-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Charles Lee Brown, 61, Russell Co., KY (1954-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, David Phelps, 65, Yosemite, KY (1950-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bruce Michael Werner, Sr, 69, Russell County, KY (1946-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Peggy Adkins, 72, Adair Co., KY (1944-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Carl Grant Tipton, Russell Springs, KY, formerly of Dunnville, KY (1944-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ronald Joseph Kramer, Glasgow, KY (1935-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Joe Wayne Gossett, Metcalfe County, KY (1932-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Charles W. Mann, Jamestown, KY (1938-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Christopher D. Neely, 40, Bowling Green, KY (1982-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Joseph (Sonny) Vance, 82, Cane Valley, KY (1939-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kenny Dale Jewell, 66, Green County, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Leslie Keith Thurman, 83, Cumberland Co., KY native (1937-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lillie Irene Roark, 69, Campbellsville, KY (1950-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Louise Shofner, 79, Campbellsville, KY (1940-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Merial Jean Sanders Greer, 87, Liberty, KY (1932-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Michael Lee Morris, 84, Adair Co., KY native (1940-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Shirley Ann Gilpin, 85, Columbia, KY (1938-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Stanley Lee Coomer | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Vinice Fay Roach Finley Tinsley, Burkesville, KY native (1929-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Virginia Combest, 90, Jamestown, KY (1931-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Vola Mae Bailey Bennett, 80, Columbia, KY (1939-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William (Bill) Taylor, 81, Liberty, KY (1939-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) |
 
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