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Tickets now on sale for Mark Twain Storytelling Festival

On Saturday, June 20, 2026, there will be speakers in the LWU V .P. Henry Auditorium from 9amCT until NoonCT and again from 2pmCT until 5pmCT for the inaugural Mark Twain Storytelling Festival, and tickets for the Auditorium are now on sale at cur8.com/25925/project/139668.

Mike Watson says, "We can't wait to see you all there!"

General Admission tickets are $15.00, and tickets for Military/First Responder/Senior Citizens and LWU students are discounted to just $10.00. For information on other Festival events, see Mark Twain Storytelling Festival will kick off June 19.


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2026-06-16 12:58:20 | Comments


Festival attendees can win this basket FREE


2026-06-16 - Columbia, KY - Photo courtesy Valerie Adams.
The Jane Lampton Chapter, National Society of Daughters of American Revolution is sponsoring the giveaway of this basket of Columbia goodies - all made or purchased in Adair County or about our Jane Lampton or DAR ties - at a drawing at the lunch break on Saturday during the Mark Twain Storytelling Festival.

DAR members will be set up on the porch of the Lindsey Wilson University Administration building to hand out one FREE ticket for the drawing per person, upon entry to the Festival, prior to NoonCT on Saturday, June 20, 2026.


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Jane Lampton Chapter, NSDAR gift basket giveaway

From Valerie Adams

The Jane Lampton Chapter, National Society of Daughters of American Revolution is pleased to sponsor the giveaway of a free basket of Columbia goodies - all made or purchased in Adair County or about our Jane Lampton or DAR ties.

DAR members will be set up on the porch of the Lindsey Wilson University Administration building to hand out one FREE ticket for the drawing per person, upon entry to the Mark Twain Storytelling Festival, prior to NoonCT on Saturday, June 20, 2026.

The drawing will be held in the LWU V.P. Henry Auditorium before the lunch break. Must be present to win. You can view the basket of goodies at the Adair County History and Genealogy Research Center, 204 S. High Street, Columbia, KY. Stop in and see them!

The basket of Columbia goodies includes:


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2026-06-16 10:16:04 | Comments

Current Local Conditions
Adair: 77 F
Casey: 76 · Cumberland: 82 · Green: 79
Metcalfe: 79 · Russell: 78 · Taylor: 79
Updated at 4:00pm Tuesday, June 16, 2026
  High/Low: 79 F / 53 F
SLP: 1007.5
Wind: SW at 4
Dewpoint: 55 F
Relative Humidity: 46.86%
Precipitation: 0 in. today

Kentucky Mesonet Links:
Adair County - Casey County - Cumberland County - Metcalfe County - Taylor County

National Weather Service Links:
Burkesville. Campbellsville. Columbia. Edmonton. Greensburg. Jamestown. Liberty. Russell Springs


Wethington moving to new role at Lindsey Wilson University

by Duane Bonifer

Lindsey Wilson University women's basketball coach John B. Wethington, the longest-serving college basketball coach in Kentucky and the winningest active NAIA women's basketball coach, is stepping down to become assistant to the president for athletics development.

Wethington finishes his 37-season collegiate coaching career, all of which was spent at Lindsey Wilson over five decades, with a program-best 737 wins and 428 losses. His 2025-26 Lindsey Wilson team finished with a 23-9 record and advanced to the NAIA National Tournament Round of 16, and Wethington was named the 2025-26 Mid-South Coach of the Year.

"This is the right time for the program and it's the right time for me to make this move," said Wethington, a 1984 Lindsey Wilson alumnus who was the school's fourth women's basketball coach. "I'm excited about this new opportunity to serve my alma mater, and I look forward to finding friends and funds that will expand opportunities for student-athletes and support the Lindsey Wilson mission."

Lindsey Wilson Athletic Director Willis Pooler said that a successor for Wethington will be named shortly.

"For nearly four decades, John has led our women's basketball program with class and integrity," said Pooler. "He's been a mentor to hundreds of Lindsey Wilson students and he's been a great ambassador of the school. John loves Lindsey Wilson and is mission-driven, and we're excited about how he will help the university in his new role."


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Bible School starts June 23 at Bethany Baptist Church

From Jada Atwood

Bethany Baptist Church will be having Bible School from 6pmCT to 8pmCT nightly on June 23-25, 2026. The theme is "True North." Everyone is invited!

Bethany Baptist Church is located at 4560 Greensburg Road, Columbia, KY. Pastor Tracy Moon.


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2026-06-15 16:21:35 | Comments | See topic Church News

Events scheduled for today, June 16, 2026
All events are listed in Central Time. | Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
9:00amCTAdair Food Pantry, 203 South Monroe Street, Columbia, KY
Open 9am-12pmCT, Contact: Michele Fruth, Director, 270-250-5432 (ID:70726 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
10:00amCTSummer Reading at ACPL: Unearth a Story
Dinosaurs: Herbivores vs Carnivores. We will be reading, "Dinosaur Dinners" and "Jurassic Poop" and then making our own dino poo! (ID:70629 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
5:00pmCTRounder's Station and Nathan Stanley in concert at The Center for Rural Development (ID:70788 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
6:00pmCTVBS at Mt. Carmel Church (ID:70750 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
Vacation Bible School at Russell Heights Baptist Church (ID:70756 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
Bible School at Knifley Christian Church (ID:70790 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
Vacation Bible School at Purdy Separate Baptist Church (ID:70809 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)

Visit the Events Page for details about the events listed above and for events on upcoming days. Please use our Contact Form to let us know about your organization's upcoming events.

Coach John B. Wethington


2026-06-16 - Columbia, KY - Photo courtesy Lindsey Wilson University.
During his 37-year coaching career at Lindsey Wilson University, John B. Wethington's women's basketball teams won a program-best 737 games, claimed eight conference championships and made 20 appearances in the NAIA National Tournament.

Wethington, the longest-serving college basketball coach in Kentucky and the winningest active NAIA women's basketball coach, is stepping down to become assistant to the president for athletics development.


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It's Mark Twain Week in Columbia!
For Day 167 of 2026. There are 198 days remaining in 2026.

Why celebrate Mark Twain in Columbia, Ky?
Because Rachel Varble and Ed Waggener were called to write about the connection,
Because Robert Brock was called to lead his LWU students to the connection,
Becasue Mayor Pam Hoots was called to proclaim it,
Because Columbia Magazine believes in them!
And because Rachel's son, said,
“Get your facts first, then you can distort them as you please.”
— Mark Twain


There is no more text for this article. Posted on 2026-06-16 14:32:58

CPD: Columbia man arrested for wanton endangerment

On June 12, 2026, at approximately 11:42pmCT, officers with the Columbia Police Department were dispatched to Carrie Bolin Drive in reference to a report of a male subject chasing a female with a knife.

Upon arrival, officers located the male subject inside an apartment and issued commands for him to exit the residence. The subject complied and was taken into custody without incident.


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2026-06-15 16:20:21 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports

Temporary Closure of US127 at Wolf Creek Dam on June 22

From Amber Hale

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will temporarily close U.S. 127 across Wolf Creek Dam (mile point 1.6) from 8amCT to 4pmCT on Monday, June 22, 2026.

This closure is necessary for ongoing rehabilitation work on the dam's spillway gates. Motorists are encouraged to plan ahead and use alternate routes during the closure.


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2026-06-15 16:18:21 | Comments

VFW service officer to visit June 18

From Joe Hare

On Thursday 18 Jun 2026, Doc Cook the VFW service officer will be at the Columbia VFW post beginning at 10amCT. This service is available to any veteran needing help with a claim. Please bring your recent paper work from VA for any other claims. If you wish to apply for admission into the VA system bring a copy of your DD-214.

Remember this is for any veteran or spouse should you have any questions or concerns about your eligibility "Doc" is the man you need to see. All it will cost you is a little time as the service is absolutely free.

The post is located at 500 Greenhills Road, Columbia, Ky 42728.


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2026-06-15 16:16:05 | Comments | See topic Veterans and Veterans Day

Travel: Las Vegas Street Photography (2 of 3)


2026-06-15 - Las Vegas, NV - Photo by Robert Ellis, robertelliswoodworking.com.
Robert and Tammy Ellis made the most of some extra time in Las Vegas before their flight home from their latest trip out west. Robert writes, "I enjoyed the couple of hours we had by just walking around and taking photos of the people and buildings..."


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Adair County FFA soars at 2026 Kentucky FFA Convention

From Brittany Smith, Gabby Barnes, and Robin Hancock
Adair County FFA

The Adair County FFA traveled to Lexington on June 8-11, 2026, to participate in various competitions at the 97th Kentucky FFA Convention. Congratultaions to these students for bringing home awards recognitions and degrees from the Kentucky FFA Convention:

  • Abby Maulden
  • Addie Baker
  • Alayna Marcum
  • Alexandria Pointer
  • Amelia Martin
  • Ava Froedge
  • Bailey Holmes
  • Brayden Fitzgerald
  • Brent Moore
  • Emma McGuffin
  • Ethan Wooten
  • Greyson Pelston
  • Isabella Harvey
  • James Jessie
  • John Gaskins
  • Jordan Willis
  • Kantlee Harvey
  • Katie Kean
  • Kayden Pegg
  • Kylie Thorpe
  • Lane Kelsay
  • Maria Burton
  • Mason Curry
  • Mason Taylor
  • Michael Hargis
  • Myla Curry
  • Myles Spoon
  • Samuel Feese
  • Weston Willis
  • Will Reynolds
It was truly an amazing week! Thanks to all the individuals who helped to make this week possible for our members! Now, time to prepare for FFA Camp and the Kentucky State Fair!

Click article title to view all their awards and achievements.


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2026-06-15 13:49:47 | Comments | See topic Education


Video: A visit to the birdfeeder

William Feese took this video on Sunday morning, June 14, 2026. He says, "We enjoy watching this little acrobatic White-breasted Nuthatch. That old bird feeder has been hanging there for decades. We have several other bird feeders and we try to keep sunflower seed in them all year-round."


If you're reading on your phone or ipad, click here to view the full screen version: youtube.com.


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Kentucky agriculture celebrates dairy industry

From Madison Pergrem Cannon

Frankfort, KY - Commissioner of Agriculture Jonathan Shell joined dairy industry representatives and dairy producers on Friday, June 12, 2026, to sign a proclamation honoring the dairy industry and June as Dairy Month in Kentucky. The proclamation was signed during Dairy Night at the Ballgame with the Lexington Legends where Commissioner Shell also threw out the first pitch.

"Kentucky's dairy industry is a fantastic foundation for the Commonwealth's agricultural success," Commissioner Shell said. "In June, we honor these hard-working individuals and an industry that brings us wholesome, delicious, and nutritious products each and every day. Through the years, our dairy partners, as a group, have made the necessary changes to adapt to a changing environment. For that and the products the industry provides, I'm happy to declare June as Dairy Month in Kentucky."

Like the cattle industry, the dairy cattle industry decreased slightly in 2026, from 41,000 milk cows the previous years to 38,000 at the beginning of January. Despite the decrease, Kentucky remains a significant dairy producer. Kentucky's 38,000 dairy cows produce milk - the Official Beverage of Kentucky since 2005 - along with ice cream, artisan cheeses, and other tasty dairy products. Dairy farmers help provide Kentucky families with the calcium, protein, vitamins, and minerals they need to lead an active and healthy lifestyle.


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2026-06-15 11:02:23 | Comments | See topic Farm and Garden


Gov. posthumously pardons 43 wrongfully imprisoned individuals

From Scottie Ellis

Frankfort, KY - On Monday, June 15, 2026, ahead of Juneteenth, Gov. Andy Beshear took executive action to posthumously pardon 43 wrongfully imprisoned individuals who helped enslaved people escape to freedom. The Governor also proclaimed Friday, June 19, 2026, as Juneteenth National Freedom Day in the Commonwealth of Kentucky.

"When we have a chance to correct a historical wrong, we should do it. That's why ahead of Juneteenth, I am posthumously pardoning 43 brave Kentuckians who were wrongfully imprisoned for helping enslaved people escape to freedom," said Gov. Beshear. "These leaders are heroes - not criminals - and they and their families deserve the justice of having their names cleared."

The executive order signed by the Governor lists the names of all individuals pardoned today.


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2026-06-15 11:00:07 | Comments | See topic Kentucky


Mark Twain mural


2026-06-15 - Columbia, KY - Photo by Linda Waggener.
Local artist Tezon Mitchell's mural of Mark Twain, featured prominently on the side of the Sweat Pea's Building, was officially unveiled on Monday, June 15, 2026, as part of Mark Twain Week in Columbia.

The mural features a famous quote by Twain, "My mother had a great deal of trouble with me, but I think she enjoyed it."


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Bloomington Chapel VBS starts July 5

Bloomington Chapel Church will have Vacation Bible School from 6pmCT to 8pmCT on July 5-9, 2026. This year's theme is "Shining a light on who Jesus really is (John 8:12)". There are classes for all ages.

Bloomington Chapel Church is located at 55 Bloomington Chapel Rd., Columbia, KY.


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2026-06-15 10:55:19 | Comments | See topic Church News

Boil Water Advisory lifted

From Columbia/Adair Utilities District
June 15, 2026

As of 8:25 am on June 15, 2026 the Boil Water Advisory for customers on Baker Street, Mack Street, Cole Street, Mitchell Street and the side street off of Mitchell Street, 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.


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2026-06-15 10:51:13 | Comments

Birthdays and Anniversaries for June 16
Happy Anniversary, Deanna and Greg Mann | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Maurice and Juanita Cheatham (1956) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Nicole (Taylor) Rickard Taylor & Jason Rickard (2007) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Vernon and Leisa Keith (1989) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Aimee Reed Kidd | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Donnie Josh Smith (1994) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Donnie 'Josh' Smith | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Evelyn Dillingham | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Ima Lee Grant | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Ivan Greer (1944) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Joseph Grider | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Kyle Riddle (1985) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Lisa Coomer | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Michael Shawn Hare | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Mitch McKinley | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Reba Burris (1946) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Richie Melson | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Rodney Ford | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Sam Everidge | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Sheila Hayes | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Tony Hadley | (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.

Kentucky ranks in top 20 most patriotic states in America

To identify where Americans show the strongest red, white, and blue pride, WalletHub evaluated all 50 states and found Kentucky ranks in the top 20 most patriotic states in America. Using 13 key indicators, the study showed Patriotism in Kentucky (1=Most Patriotic; 25=Avg.):

Overall Rank: 19th 8th – Active-Duty Military Personnel per 100,000 Civilian Adults

22nd – % of Adults Who Voted in 2024 Presidential Election

1st – Civics Education Requirement

22nd – Volunteer Hours per Resident

17th – AmeriCorps Volunteers per Capita


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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.


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2026-06-14 23:34:32 | Comments | See topic Church News

ACHS FFA receives Gold Chapter Rating


2026-06-15 - Lexington, KY - Photo courtesy Robin Hancock.
The Adair County High School FFA was recognized in our first ever Chapter Rating as Gold and Top 10 Percent at the 97th Kentucky FFA Convention in Lexington. ACHS FFA Secretary Abby Maulden (above) accepted the Gold Chapter Rating for the ACHS FFA.

A chapter rating in the FFA is a recognition tier awarded to local chapters for running a well-rounded, active program. It evaluates how effectively the chapter meets agricultural education standards and involves members in leadership, community service, and agricultural advocacy throughout the year. A gold rating is the highest in the state and making the Top 10 Percent means that the Adair County FFA will compete nationally in Chapter Rating.


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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


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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!


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2026-06-13 13:02:09 | Comments | See topic Church News

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
Tuesday Special: Quesadilla Verde Grilled flour tortilla stuffed with chicken or beef with cheese served with rice, lettuce, tomato & quacamole. $8.50

Appetizers & Salads, Combination Dinners, Vegetarian Combinations, Especial of the House Grill, Especial Seafood, Especial Steak, A La Carte Orders, Side Orders, Kids Menu, Desserts and Beverages. Call in orders are welcome!

Special: Pollo Fiesta A whole chicken breast filled with bacon and cheese, and covered with cheese dip. Comes with rice, beans, salad and tortillas.

--Roy Ayala


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!
Steaks & Ribs, Seafood, Chicken, Combinations and Vegetarian Platters, Sides, Salads, Soups, Sandwiches, Wraps, Burgers

Click here to read our menu


Happy Hawg BBQ
114 Jamestown Street, Columbia, KY. 270-585-4671. Open from 10:30amCT to 5pmCT Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. Mastercard, Visa, and Discover accepted.
Happy Hawg BBQ is open again on Jamestown Street with shoulder, brisket, chicken, smoked bologna, and ribeye steaks, plus burgers and hotdogs, cold cut sandwiches, fries, nachos, appetizers, homemade sides, ice cream cups, Italian Ice cups, and more!
Randy Young, owner


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.

Call our Columbia location at 270-380-1980, or order online at acapulcomexicangrillky.com.


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 County Elementary School, 870 Indian Dr, Columbia, KY.
    Breakfast from 8amCT to 8:45amCT
    Lunch from 10:30amCT to 11:15amCT.

  • Adair County Middle School, 322 General John Adair Dr, Columbia, KY.
    Breakfast from 8amCT to 8:30amCT
    Lunch from 11:15amCT to 11:45amCT.


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 Tuesday, June 16, 2026:
Herbed pork loin, Lima beans, sweet potatoes, fruit, roll, margarine, milk



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:


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2026-06-12 16:10:27 | Comments | See topic Local Government

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:


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2026-06-12 15:42:58 | Comments | See topic Local Government

ACHS FFA members at Kentucky FFA Convention


2026-06-15 - Lexington, KY - Photo courtesy Robin Hancock.
Members of the Adair County High School FFA program at the 97th Kentucky FFA Convention held in Lexington June 8-11, 2026.


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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.


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2026-06-12 15:30:04 | Comments | See topic Great Wooded South by Billy Joe Fudge


Remembrances for June 16
In Memory Birthday, Robert (Bobby) Russell, Liberty, KY (1937-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lenneth Bartley, Greensburg, KY (1935) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Gary Lynn Roy, Russell County, KY (1961P) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Jane Davis Foster, Green County, KY (1923) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Virginia L. Turner, 80, Burkesville, KY (1931) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Douglas Hagen, Russell Co., KY (1950) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Edwin Carl McKinney Jamestown, KY, Adair Co., KY native (1933) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Sarah Moran, Green County, KY (1946) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Josh Davis, Taylor County, KY (1977-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Nelda Estes Taylor, Adair Co., KY (1934-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Marshall (Snake) Pierce, Russell County, KY (1938-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Pauline Short Blythe, 89, Marrowbone, KY (1924-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Donnie (Buck) Sneed, Columbia, KY (1947-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Nannie R. Dykes, 84, Russell Co., KY (1929-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Charles (Charlie) Maynard | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, David Lee Coe, 55, Russell Co., KY (1959-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Hettie Ruth Smith Anderson, Burkesville, KY (1928-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mary E. (Jean) Johnston, 86, Edmonton, KY (1929-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Consuela Bajar Ragadon Yarbrough, Taylor Co., KY (1923-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Johnny Glen Thrasher, 70, Burkesville, KY (1946-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Pauline Woodrum Marple, 91, Casey Co., KY (1925-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Catherine Marie Rose, Taylor Co., KY (1934-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, William Conrad Claycomb, Sr., Taylor Co., KY (1924-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Woody Blankenship, 70, Green County, KY/Adair Co. native (1947-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Christopher Steven Little, 25, Russell County, KY/NC native (1991-2017)> | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Larry Rondal DeWitt, 73, Taylor Co., KY (1944-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Don Wilson McWhorter, 71, Casey County, KY (1946-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Harold Thomas Coomer, 74, Russell Co./Adair Co., KY native (1943-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Steven Vince Kelsey, 44, Russell County, KY (1973-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Beverly Jean Williams, 82, Louisville, KY (1939-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Charles Bagby, 58, Campbellsville, KY (1964-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Chief Jimmie Cox, 87, Campbellsville, KY (1936-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Donna Scearce Karnes, (1955-2009) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Doris Jean Wooley, 80, Liberty, KY (1941-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Eric Steven Lambert, 52, Edmonton, KY (1970-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Greg Collins, 63, Columbia, KY (1957-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Herron Coomer, 81, Adair County, KY (1938-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, James Roger Beard, 80, Columbia, KY (1942-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Laymar Murphy (1932-2004) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Margaret Ann Sanders Giles, Adair County, KY (1936-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Marshall Eugene Wethington, 75, Monticello, KY (1945-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mildred Jones, 79, Casey County, KY native (1939-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Reba Belden, 79, Columbia, KY (1946-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Rita Carol Smith, 77, Columbia, KY (1948-2026) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)

 
































 
 
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