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Phillip Coffey - Seasons SEASONS - By Phillip Coffey 'All is fickle ", said he in the dead of Winter in mostly jest. No cloud burst of laughter - no effusion of Hot seasons sweat. Another log on the fire - this he must go out and fetch. No 'lolly gagging' in the pathway of cold-powdered snow. Then up, approaching the first of Spring - buds of a peach tree. This began the emotions of less lingering beside the blackened gray Of the warmth of the Ever-present Winter Stove. Leaves of green-snow and chills in the seemingly distant past. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-07-12 10:41:13 | Comments
Heaven Bound to sing at Antioch Church Sunday From Angie Hutchison Antioch Church in Sparksville, KY will be having a singing, Heaven Bound, this Sunday July 13, 2025 at 10:30amCT. Pastor Carol Weddle and Congregation invite all to come join us for a great time of fellowship Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-07-12 09:37:31 | Comments | See topic Church News
Lindsey Wilson University freshmen excited for next phase From Duane Bonifer Lindsey Wilson University's first official event for the Class of 2029 was an "exciting" time of "excitement." At least those were the two most common words used by members of the Class of 2029 to describe their history-making event. More than 350 incoming students and family members were on the university's campus July 10-11 for the second installment of New Student Orientation. Two New Student Orientation days were held in early June, but that was when the school was still Lindsey Wilson College. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-07-12 09:00:50 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University
Stalk Talk: A Corn Silage Plot Walk The Cooperative Extension Service will be hosting Stalk Talk: A Corn Silage Plot Walk, at 5pmCT/6pmET on Thursday, July 31, 2025, at Woodrum Farms on Gum Lick Rd., Liberty, KY. Guest speakers will include Cam Kenimer, with a Silage Trial Plot Overview, Dr. Jeff Lehmkuhler, speaking about Corn Silage Nutrition, and Nick Roy, offering information on Corn Silage Production. A meal will be provided, and registration is required - call 606-787-7384 to register. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-07-12 08:20:55 | Comments | See topic Adair Co. Extension Service Events scheduled for today, July 13, 2025 All events are listed in Central Time. | Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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Heaven Bound singing at Antioch Church From Angie Hutchison Antioch Church will be having a singing, Heaven Bound, at 10:30amCT this Sunday, July 13, 2025. Pastor Carol Weddle & Congregation invite all to come join us for a great time of fellowship. Antioch Church is located at 3422 Wheeler Hill Road, in the Sparksville community of Adair County. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-07-12 08:14:14 | Comments | See topic Church News
Soccer: LWU Men release 2025 schedule Nearing the start of his fourth season at the helm of the Blue Raider men's soccer program, head coach Sicelo Buthelezi has announced Lindsey Wilson's 14-game slate for the 2025 season. Among this year's competition includes three conference tournament champions, six 2024 NAIA national tournament qualifiers, and eight teams ranked or receiving votes in last season's final coaches poll. For the third consecutive year, the Blue Raiders open their regular season at Walter S. Reuling Stadium when they host SCAD-Savannah (GA) on August 22, 2025, and Indiana Wesleyan on August 25, 2025. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-07-11 15:05:46 | Comments | See topic Sports
KSP: 197 arrested in Operation Summer Heat 2.0 From Sherry Bray Frankfort, KY - On July 11, 2025, Gov. Andy Beshear announced that a New Kentucky Home is being created with fewer illegal drugs on the streets harming our families. The Kentucky State Police completed a successful Operation Summer Heat 2.0, targeting suspected drug networks operating in the commonwealth and leading to 197 arrests. "Every Kentuckian should be safe and feel safe, and no Kentucky family should feel the pain of losing a loved one to addiction," Gov. Beshear said. "Because of the Kentucky State Police, we are accomplishing both of these goals, and we are thankful for the agency's dedication to every single one of our commonwealth's communities." All 16 posts participated in Operation Summer Heat 2.0, and preliminary results indicate 197 arrests and 490 charges issued, along with the combined seizure of 3,002 grams of fentanyl, 1,176 grams of cocaine, 6,046 grams of methamphetamine, 408 grams of heroin, 600 fentanyl pills, 97 hydrocodone doses, 127 oxycodone doses and 67 doses of hallucinogens. Additionally, troopers confiscated 82 firearms, $181,381 in cash, and $200,000 worth of stolen property and also recovered a stolen vehicle. The estimated street value of the drugs collected exceeds $640,000. The investigation remains active, and more arrests are expected in the coming weeks. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-07-11 14:53:26 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Carol Perkins: Guy the Gardener Previous Column: The Fourth of July By Carol Perkins "I planted two packages of seeds and not one of them came up. You'd think that at least one would pop up, but no, not a one," Guy said as he lamented over his favorite vegetable, okra. "That's why I planted a garden to start with." He sulked. Early in the spring, Guy decided to try his hand at gardening again. He'd attempted it when we built the house in 1980, tilling a small plot, but the lack of topsoil yielded nothing worth preserving. Now, some forty years later and recently retired, he was giving it another go, though this time he limited himself to okra, tomatoes, cucumbers, and peppers. The peppers were for me, a fact he pointed out while reminding me--with a whine--that we could buy them more cheaply. On a slanted hillside, he planted watermelon and cantaloupe seeds. He was so proud as the vines emerged, but one day he discovered they had washed away. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-07-11 09:53:22 | Comments | See topic Carol Perkins
Rogers Explorers get out comfort zones while at LWU From Duane Bonifer Nearly three dozen teenagers stepped out of their comfort zones when they stepped onto Lindsey Wilson University's campus this week. The 31 young teenagers from Southcentral and Eastern Kentucky counties were part of the Rogers Explorers Program, which was held July 8-10 at Lindsey Wilson. The program is sponsored by the Center for Rural Development in Somerset and held in partnership with six Kentucky universities, including Lindsey Wilson. The program, which is open to students who have completed their eighth grade, is an intensive three-day, two-night experience on a university campus with a focus on developing skills in leadership, team building, technology, entrepreneurship and community service. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-07-11 09:44:31 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University
Columbia-Adair EDA to meet July 15 From Larry Walker, Chairman Columbia-Adair County Economic Development Authority The Columbia-Adair County Economic Development Authority Board will hold a regularly scheduled meeting at 8amCT on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, 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. 2025-07-11 09:40:34 | Comments | See topic Local Government
Back to School Bash sponsors and vendors From Trey Stephens The City of Columbia is planning their annual Back to School Bash for 11amCT on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at the City Park on Fairground Street. The City has been very grateful to receive an incredible outpouring of support from our community in the form of sponsors. At this point, we have raised over $2,000, which will go directly back to kids via our Back to School event. A list of sponsors is below and if you or your business is not on it and would like to be, there is still time. We will continue accepting sponsorships until July 14, 2025. Sponsors will be displayed on T-shirts given away at the event. Vendors are also welcome to give away items or raise awareness about their organizations at the event. Vendors will also be displayed on the T-shirts. Call City Hall at 270-384-2501 for more information. Thank you to these sponsors: Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-07-10 21:09:45 | Comments | See topic Local Government
Summer reading at Adair Public Library Adair County Public Library shared, "This week for the Summer Reading Program we read Rainbow fish, went “fishing” for our own rainbow fish to color, and had a zoom story time with Checkers and Snoozer from #CheckersLibraryTV. "Remember that next week is the final week of the SRP! Join us from 1:30-2:30pmCT for the Book Character Cartoon Day." Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-07-10 21:01:36 | Comments
Happy Birthday, Mayor Hoots From Melanie Wrensch The Jane Lampton Chapter, Daughter's of the American Revolution would like to wish Mayor Pam Hoots a very HAPPY BIRTHDAY on Thursday, July 10! Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-07-10 14:35:32 | Comments Birthdays and Anniversaries for July 13 Happy Anniversary, Billy and Betty Dial | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Robert and Melissa Horton (2006) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday! Abella Phelps (2013) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Angie Barker | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Arlinda Kessler | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Brittany DeSeive | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Dalani Harris | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Donna Jones | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Emmett Davenport (2013) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Fran Taylor | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Glenn Rowe | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Gracie Kelsay (2013) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Harper LaShay Stearns (2012) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jaxon Ray Cox | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jenna Claywell (2008) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jenna Lee Claywell (2008) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Kenny Smith (1963) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Leo Abner | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Matthew Janes (2007) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Mike Akin | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Nenia Dykes (1955) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Randy Crawhorn | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Ricky Neat | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Shannon Kay Pendleton Sexton (1979) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Shannon Pendleton Sexton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Shirley Reliford | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Steve "Doc" Watson | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tyler James Renfro | (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.
Shaker Village travel photos by Robert Ellis Contributing photographer Robert Ellis made a trip to Shaker Village at Pleasant Hill, just outside Harrodsburg, KY, in late June 2025, and we've posted a number of photos from that trip. This article will offer a way to see them all in one place. Robert writes about the trip, "Originally I travelled to Shaker Village on Friday, June 13, 2025, (the Vintage Dad's Day event was scheduled for Saturday) thinking I could get ahead of the rain in the forecast for Saturday. I surmised the antiques would be setup on Friday for the Saturday festival. I was wrong...so I spent Friday focusing on photographing the numerous buildings of the village grounds. Checking the forecast Saturday morning, I saw that the rain would hold off until later in the day, so off again to Shakertown!" Click headline to view all the photos from Robert's trip. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-07-10 11:20:34 | Comments | See topic Robert Ellis
GED mobile testing coming to area From Jill Midkiff Frankfort, KY - On July 9, 2025, Gov. Andy Beshear announced Team Kentucky is taking GED testing on the road, traveling to 25 areas in the state lacking access to brick-and-mortar buildings with in-person adult education services. Local counties where the mobile unit will travel include Adair, Green, Metcalfe, and Taylor. "As an education-first administration, we believe that access to education - from pre-K to postsecondary and beyond--is the key to a brighter future for all Kentuckians," said Gov. Beshear. "Early in my first term, we made GED testing free, and this new traveling unit is our latest effort to remove barriers to educational access. Thanks to the extraordinary work of our local providers, we are taking testing directly to Kentuckians in need, improving people's lives and enhancing their future employment opportunities." Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-07-10 11:05:08 | Comments | See topic Education
Snyder new Assistant VP for Finance and Controller By Gerard Flanagan, lead writer and communications specialist, CU Office of Marketing and Communications Campbellsville University has added Dusty Snyder as Assistant Vice President for Finance and Controller, returning to the place where he once walked the campus as both a student and later an employee. In this role, Snyder will serve as the university's chief accounting officer and will be responsible for the accuracy, integrity, timeliness and security of all financial records. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-07-10 11:04:34 | Comments | See topic Campbellsville University
DAR brings donations to Green River Animal Shelter From Melanie Wrensch The Jane Lampton Chapter, Daughter's of the American Revolution, delivered items to the Green River Animal Shelter in Columbia on July 8, 2025. Items donated included cleaning supplies, cat food and dog food. The shelter is always in need of donations, and we would like to encourage community members to donate if they are able. The Green River Animal Shelter is open weekdays, from NoonCT-4pmCT on Mondays, and 10amCT to 4pmCT on Tuesdays through Fridays. Items that are always helpful at the animal shelter include: Bleach, fabulosa, dish liquid, paper towels, dog/cat food, puppy food (wet and dry), kitten food (wet and dry), and cat litter. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-07-10 10:30:19 | Comments 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, Sunday, July 13, 2025: Fiesta Mexico of Columbia 819 Jamestown St., Columbia KY. 270-384-6004. Hrs.: 10:30amCT daily; Sun, 11amCT Authentic Mexican Restaurant Sunday Special: Burrito Fiesta, $8.99 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!
Three chances to donate blood in July There will be multiple chances to donate blood in Columbia in July:
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Circuit Clerks Support Donate Life 2025 Summer Raffle The Circuit Clerks of Kentucky are once again making a lifesaving difference across the Commonwealth. Through a longtime partnership with Donate Life Kentucky Trust (Trust), they are helping to raise critical funds for transplant patients and donor families through the 2025 Summer Raffle featuring a brand-new Axis UTV as the grand prize. "This raffle is just one of the ways we continue to support the nonprofit we helped create," said Dennis Loy , Adair Co. Circuit Clerk. "Since 1992, we have been proud to stand with the Donate Life mission to ensure no family faces the donation or transplant journey alone." Donate Life Kentucky Trust was founded by the Circuit Clerks of Kentucky in 1992 and continues to thrive because of their leadership and commitment. Over the years, their efforts have helped the donor registry grow to over 2 million Kentuckians. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2025-07-10 09:06:29 | Comments
Vacation Bible School at Jones Chapel Church From Chad Parnell Vacation Bible School will be held at Jones Chapel Church on July 23rd, 24th, and 25th from 6pmCT to 8pmCT each night. This year's theme is "Hello, God Calling." Lessons will focus on God's calling of Moses, Paul, and Elijah. There will be games, crafts, and a meal each night. Classes will be available for youth of all ages. Join us for a VBS kickoff event at 5pmCT on Sunday, July 20, 2025. Enjoy a cookout, games, and a waterslide to start the fun. Jones Chapel Church is located at 2267 Jones Chapel Road, Columbia, KY. Pastor Mark Givens and the entire congregation invite you to join us. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2025-07-10 08:59:23 | Comments | See topic Church News Last 10 Posted Obituaries:
Remembrances for July 13 In Memory Birthday, Cathy Jo Turner, Columbia, KY (1958-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Glenn Rowe, Columbia, KY (1948-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Randall Glenn Rooks, Columbia, KY native (1945-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Herman Melton, Adair County, KY (1921) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rhoda Lynn Kimbler, 56, Adair County, KY (1957-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lowell B. Hadley, 76, Columbia, KY (1937-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Esther Meyer, 82, Adair County, KY (1932-2014 | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Steve Wilson, 53, Taylor County, KY, (1962-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Bonnie Mae (McDaniel) Williams Perkins, Taylor Co., KY (1922-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Betty Stamp, 80, Taylor Co., KY (1935-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Matthew Albert Wyatt, Russell Springs, KY, native of Cumberland Co., KY (1936-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Maddie Brockman, 21, Boyle Co., KY (1994-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Tara Nicole Simpson Lamer, 35, Taylor Co., KY/Green Co. native (1981-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Eulene Taylor, 85, Adair Co., KY (1931-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Elizabeth London Worley, 84, Center, KY (1932-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Audra Rogers Royse, Adair County, KY (1931-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Barbara Gayle Hagan Newman, 67, Green County, KY (1950-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Alfred W. Flowers, 87, Columbia, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Barbara Mann Fields, 83, formerly of Jamestown, KY (1935-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bennie J.D. Tallent, 74, Burkesville, KY (1941-2015) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Betty Sue Hancock, 67, Cane Valley, KY (1957-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Danny Roy Robertson, 75, Russell Springs, KY (1947-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Delbert Thompson, Taylor Co., KY (1934-2012) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Geneva Rae Bright, 71, Taylor Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Irene M. Stanbery, 88, Greensburg, KY (1934-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James Calvin Stumph, 80, Greensburg, KY (1936-2016) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James Mack Willis, 74, Columbia, KY (1948-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Leonard C. Smith, 76, Russell Co., KY (1939-2016) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Maddox Tye Durbin, Adair Co., KY (2014-2014) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mattie Kathleen Helm Clements White, Taylor Co., KY (1936-2014) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Nona Gene Atchley, 76, Russell Springs, KY (1943-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Norma Ellen Stalcup Long, Cumberland Co., KY (1917-2013) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Novella M. Phillips, Casey Co., KY (1940-2011) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Orene Mae Sapp Richenburg, 93, Campbellsville, KY (1927-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Phyllis Janet Richards, 75, Columbia, KY (1947-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Preston Stapp, 78, Russell Co., KY (1935-2014) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rodger Abel Monson, Taylor County, KY (1938-2013) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Shirley Winfrey, 78, Burkesville, KY (1936-2015) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Tom Kidd, 69, Campbellsville, KY (1952-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Vernella Davis Beasley, Windsor, KY (1925-2012) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) |
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