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ACPC Preschool earns Kentucky All STARS Level 5 rating

Adair County Primary Center Preschool has been recognized with the prestigious Kentucky All STARS Level 5 Rating, the highest distinction awarded through the Kentucky Department of Education's quality recognition system for early childhood programs.

This achievement reflects the preschool program's ongoing commitment to providing exceptional learning experiences in a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where every child has the opportunity to grow and succeed. The Level 5 designation recognizes excellence in these four areas: family and community engagement, classroom instruction, staff qualifications, and leadership practices.

The Kentucky All STARS program highlights early childhood programs that demonstrate the highest standards of quality. Receiving a Level 5 rating is a testament to the dedication and hard work of the preschool staff, administrators, and families who work together to support every child.

Wes Irvin, Preschool Director, said "We are incredibly proud of our preschool team for earning this outstanding recognition. Their passion, professionalism, and commitment to our students is what makes Adair County Primary Center a wonderful place for children to learn, explore, and thrive. We also want to say a big thank you to Simpson County Preschool Regional Training Center for their support in helping us achieving this rating.

The Adair County School District remains committed to providing high-quality educational opportunities from the earliest years of learning and celebrates this accomplishment as another example of its dedication to student success.


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2026-08-05 16:46:53 | Comments | See topic Education


What do you see in the clouds?


2026-08-05 - Adair Co., KY - Photo by Pam Capozziello.
Pam writes, "Using your imagination when examining the clouds and contrails... I see a boot and a cross in this photo. "


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Sleep better by moving the body, staying social

If you are sleeping less than you used to, you are not alone and you are not necessarily doing anything wrong. According to the National Institute on Aging, sleep changes with age in predictable, biological ways. The deep sleep phases that restore the body become shorter.

These are normal changes, not signs of disease. The challenge is that the body still needs roughly the same amount of sleep it always did, around seven to eight hours, according to the National Sleep Foundation. The need doesn't shrink, but the ability to get there does.


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2026-08-05 15:26:22 | Comments | See topic Health Care

Current Local Conditions
Adair: 76 F
Casey: 72 · Cumberland: 78 · Green: 79
Metcalfe: 81 · Russell: 75 · Taylor: 79
Updated at 6:30pm Wednesday, August 5, 2026
  High/Low: 86 F / 67 F
SLP: 1015.8
Wind: ESE at 2
Dewpoint: 74 F
Relative Humidity: 94.3%
Precipitation: 0.16 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


Phillip Coffey - Hang on

By Phillip Coffey

Hang on in the bitter cold with burst of squalls of icy snow
The glow of sweaty brows, sun beating down the heat - just short of a bleeding soul.

Dare not let go, battle onward against the most dangerous of livid, foul-mouthed angry foe.
Rest between the faintest breaths within your heaving breast.

Carry onward among the mightiest of angry blows-seething for reasons never known.
Light a candle for widows and orphans lost among the worlds most beautiful people - immeasurable cost.
Look up to him that loves us most - dying on a rugged cross.


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2026-08-05 15:15:41 | Comments

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Football: This Kool Aid tastes different

By Ryan Hoots
Sports Director, UntdWeStnd.com

Lexington, KY - Unlike Men's Basketball, hope doesn't spring from eternal optimism surrounding the Kentucky Football program. In fact, some might call the word "hope" a curse word if you've watched enough Wildcat Football over the years. We've all been in this position before. Every offseason has the buzzwords that fill social media and newspapers weekly. Phrases like "new energy", "culture change", and dare I say it "explosive offense" are thrown around to get clicks up and hype fans up before the first ball is kicked off of the tee. Then, by the time the leaves turn color -- so does the Big Blue Nation.

You're lying if you can't say you've stood in the Kroger Field parking lot playing the "what if" or "if only this happened" game after a deflating loss.

That is the reason I've tried to stay away from drinking too much of the Will Stein Kool-Aid. But darn it, the man has me excited.


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2026-08-05 09:41:27 | Comments | See topic Sports

Events scheduled for today, August 5, 2026
All events are listed in Central Time. | Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
NoonCTBRIGHT Kentucky visit to Columbia (ID:71022 | 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.

Band shows hard work, determination, good attitude


2026-08-04 - Columbia, KY - Photo by JR Thompson, ACHS Assistant Principal.
Adair County Marching Band members are hard at work on their season preparation from early morning to after school.


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Words of Wisdom for August 5, 2026
For Day 217 of 2026. There are 148 days remaining in 2026.

From Miss Donna Rieder
You will see whatever it is you choose to focus on.
So when you focus on problems, you will only see problems.
And when you focus on solutions, all you will see are solutions.

Donna Rieder's Clifty Creek Farm is located at 3190 White Oak Church Rd, Russell Springs, KY (visitors by appointment only). You can reach Donna by email at cliftycreekkikos@aol.com.


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Lindsey Wilson University to hold first Summer Commencement

By Duane Bonifer

Before the Lindsey Wilson University community officially welcomes the Class of 2030 to campus on August 22, 2026, it will hold one more celebration of the Class of 2026.

For the first time in school history, Lindsey Wilson will hold a summer commencement ceremony. The ceremony will be held at 2pmCT on Saturday, August 15, 2026, in Biggers Sports Center, 360 Spickard Drive, Columbia, KY. Tickets are not required for the ceremony.

A total of 278 degrees will be awarded -- 37 bachelor of arts degrees, 237 master degrees and four doctorate degrees.


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2026-08-05 09:37:52 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University

Adair Marching Band members seen modeling success

By JR Thompson, ACHS Assistant Principal

Hard work, determination, a good attitude -- all components of successful individuals. Do you know who I have seen modeling these qualities consistently this summer?

The Adair County Marching Band. Each morning when I arrive to the campus, they are often already on the pavement preparing for their season. When I leave after 3pm -- they are still there. Even after practicing in 100 degree heat, they are smiling and cheering. All that said, I just wanted to express how much I admire the hard work of these incredible students and of their directors.

Please know we see you, we definitely hear you (it sounds so good), and I'm proud of your dedication to the talents you continue to develop. #RollTribe


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2026-08-04 23:29:44 | Comments | See topic Education

Travel: Shepperds call Iceland extraordinary land

April Yurcevic Shepperd and husband Guy Shepperd are home from an adventure in Iceland. She shares some of her family photos before sifting through the 20K+ frames shot during the trip. She wrote, "We spent 14 days and traveled 1,800 miles exploring this extraordinary land.

"Although we were lowered into a volcano, hiked glaciers, explored ice caves and lava tunnels, kayaked amongst icebergs, scrambled up basalt columns, soaked in hot springs bursting into pools at the base of mountains, hiked to the most magnificent waterfalls in the world, dug our toes into the black sand beaches, and waddled with the puffins, it just simply wasn't enough.

"There is still so much in Iceland to see, explore, and experience. I plan to return. I have fallen in love with this wild land and have seen the power of God." Find all the pictures on her Facebook page at April Yurcevic Shepperd.


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2026-08-04 23:20:57 | Comments

Feeling called to return to Iceland


2026-08-04 - Iceland - Photo from personal collection.
April and Guy Shepperd spent 14 days and traveled 1,800 miles exploring Iceland. April writes in her journal, "There is still so much in Iceland to see, explore, and experience. I plan to return. I have fallen in love with this wild land and have seen the power of God."


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New College Info Road Show to debut at Kentucky State Fair

From Crystal Dempsey-Gillum

Kentuckians attending the state fair in Louisville August 20-30, 2026, can pick up free student financial aid information at the new, updated College Info Road Show booth in the South Wing of the Kentucky Exposition Center.

The College Info Road Show is a mobile classroom sponsored by the Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority (KHEAA). The new vehicle includes iPad stations, seating for presentations and a large presentation screen for students to learn more about available college and career resources.

"I urge anyone interested in continuing their education after high school to take this opportunity to stop by the College Info Road Show at the fair to find out more about their options," Executive Director Jo Carole Ellis said. "Improving college access statewide will only boost Kentucky's economic progress in the years to come, and KHEAA's mobile classroom helps envision a brighter future."


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2026-08-04 20:39:04 | Comments | See topic Education


Carol Perkins: Up the Water Spout

Previous Column: Harvey and Me

By Carol Perkins

When the Itsy Bitsy Spider climbed the waterspout, he certainly didn't expect a flood to sweep him away. Yet when the sun came out, he returned and started climbing again. In many ways, that mirrors how people respond to setbacks.

Consider the homeowners whose houses flood repeatedly. Time after time, they rent dumpsters, remove damaged belongings, clean up the mess, and rebuild. Businesses do the same, pushing inches of water out the door and setting up large fans to dry their buildings. I have witnessed this happen several times, and each time, once the sun returns, people get back to work. I'm not sure I would have the confidence to start over after losing so much.

Flooded basements require enormous effort to restore. We have been fortunate to avoid that problem so far, but it could happen at any time. We have also seen roads wash out, isolating families for days, and bridges collapse under floodwaters. Yet as soon as conditions improve, repairs begin. Like the spider, people keep climbing.

Compared to many others, we suffered only minor damage from the last severe storm. A large tree fell onto our empty lot, but my husband, Guy, was most upset about the cantaloupe patch it crushed.


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2026-08-04 20:35:55 | Comments | See topic Carol Perkins

Maxine W. Walker, 99, Columbia, KY (1926-2026)

Maxine Walkup Walker of Columbia departed this life on Monday, August 3, 2026. She was 99 years old.

The funeral service will be held at 3pmCT on Thursday, August 6, 2026, at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home, 200 Campbellsville Street, Columbia, KY, with Bro. Neil Janes officiating. Burial will follow in Columbia Cemetery.

Visitation is requested after 9amCT on Thursday.


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2026-08-04 20:26:40 | Comments | See topic Obituaries


Adair Co. Schools: Start date moved to Aug 24

By Jason C. Faulkner, Superintendent
Adair County Board of Education

Adair County Schools has amended its academic calendar, moving the first day of school for students to Monday, August 24, 2026.

This decision was made after carefully evaluating the final preparations associated with opening the new Adair County Middle School. While construction is substantially complete and significant progress continues to be made, several final items remain in progress. Rather than rushing the transition, district leadership believes it is in the best interest of our students, staff, and families to allow additional time to ensure that all schools are fully prepared for a successful opening.

It has been my goal to open this facility the right way. Although this decision was not made lightly, our priority is to provide a safe and welcoming environment and to ensure our staff are fully prepared to see students on the first day of school.

The additional time will allow district staff to complete final preparations, receive and install remaining materials, conduct comprehensive safety and operational checks, and ensure classrooms are fully ready for instruction.

Families will receive updated information regarding the revised school calendar and any adjustments to student and staff schedules in the coming days. Adair County Schools appreciates the patience, understanding, and continued support of our students, families, employees, and community as we prepare to begin what promises to be an exciting school year in our new middle school.


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2026-08-04 20:23:12 | Comments | See topic Education

Sizing up the new Blue Raider Band uniforms


2026-08-04 - Columbia, KY - Photo courtesy Lindsey Wilson University.
Lindsey Wilson University Director of Bands Robert Palmer, right, helps Alexander Dugger '29 of Albany find the Blue Raider Band uniform on Sunday, August 2, 2026, in the Blue Raider Band Building.


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Boil Water Advisory lifted

From Columbia Adair Utilities District
August 4, 2026

As of 8:42 am on August 4, 2026 the Boil Water Advisory for customers on Hwy 551 from intersection of North 55 to Plum Point bridge, Holmes Bend and all side roads, Keltner Rd, West Egypt Rd all side roads, Bull Run Rd, and Pelly Lane all side roads 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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2026-08-04 09:54:39 | Comments

Board gives Superintendent strong evaluation

By Mig Feuser / The Adair Progress

Adair County Schools Superintendent Jason Faulkner again received strong marks in his annual performance evaluation, with four members of the Adair County Board of Education awarding him the highest possible rating in all seven evaluation standards.

One board member submitted lower scores, reducing Faulkner's overall average to 3.5. Despite the differing evaluation, the board unanimously voted to accept the completed review during last week's meeting.


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2026-08-03 22:02:30 | Comments | See topic Education

Birthdays and Anniversaries for August 5
Happy Anniversary, Chris and Kim Downs | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Anna George | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Ashley Stotts (1983) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Bailey James Bryant (2009) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Ben Coomer (1980) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Carol Salato Myers | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Clay Nye Ferguson | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Connie Brockman | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Connie Scott Gupton | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Danita Riter | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Daryl Ray Rooks | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Donna Brockman Loy | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Fanny Curry | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Greg Jessee | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Harold F. "Fred" Taylor | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Hortense Edwards | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jarrett Brockman (2005) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Karen Sapp Fawcett | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Leanna Franklin | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Lelia Smith | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Lindsey Smith | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Roselyn Edwards | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Sarah Elizabeth Brockman (1999) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Sheila Sexton | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Tony Grant | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Will Shepherd | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Zowi Martin (2006) | (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.

Agenda for Aug 4 School Board meeting

From Carolee Lloyd
Admin. Assistant to Superintendent/Human Resource Director
Adair County Board of Education

The Adair County School Board will meet in special session at 5pmCT on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at the Adair County Board of Education Building, 1204 Greensburg Street, Columbia, KY.

The agenda includes approval of the revised 2026-2027 Adair County School Calendar and approval of proposed tax rates for 2026-2027.

Meeting Agenda:


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2026-08-03 18:52:04 | Comments | See topic Local Government

Famous Adair Countians: Miss Xantippe (Tip) Saunders


Reminder: Adair County Genealogical Society meetings are a great place to learn about Adair County History. The ACGS will be in regular session at 5pmCT on Monday, August 3, 2026, in the Adair Genealogy & History Research Center, 307 Greensburg Street, Columbia, KY.

By Mike Watson

Mary Ann Xantippe 'Tip' Saunders was born 1838 in Adair County, and died in 1922 at Louisville, Jefferson County. An artist of note in Louisville, she is known for her portraits and landscapes, some of which were painted in Adair County. Much might be told of Miss Tip, but the following from the newspapers upon her death will give an idea of her importance and connection to this county:
Mark Twain's Cousin Dies
Miss Xantippe Saunders, 85, for many years one of the leading artists of this city, died at 10:45 o'clock last Tuesday morning at her home, 3128 Western Parkway [Louisville]. Miss Saunders first began her serious work as an artist under professor Pering, of Louisville, continuing her studies in New York under Professor Eaton and Professor Wilmorth. Later she was associated with Carnelia [Cornelia] Pering, of this city, for over twenty-five years, the art school here being known as Pering & Saunders. She was a cousin of the late Mark Twain and...was known particularly as a portrait painter. After the funeral services the interment was in Cave Hill Cemetery [Louisville].

Miss Saunders was a native of Adair County, her mother being a Miss Hancock, and there are yet many of her relatives living in the surroundings of Columbia. She was a very popular young woman, and especially was she the favorite of the young people of this community...


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2026-08-03 16:12:09 | Comments | See topic Mike Watson - History

Inflatable slide at Splash Bash


2026-08-04 - Columbia, KY - Photo courtesy Lindsey Wilson University.
The inflatable slide and a bouncy house (not pictured) were two of the more popular attractions at the WAIN Splash Bash on Saturday, August 1, 2026, held at the Lindsey Wilson University Doris and Bob Holloway Health & Wellness Center.


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Aglow Lighthouse enjoys Back to School Bash

By Rhea Allinson

I'm thankful my group, Aglow Lighthouse Columbia, got to participate in the City of Columbia's Back to School Bash on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at the City Park on Fairground Street. We had all kinds of desserts we were able to give to kids of all ages.

Michelle Young made some brownies and put candy eyes in them. One of my friends, Tanesha Wilham came by and grabbed one of the brownies that had an eye on it. She told her son Wyatt (the one getting his face painted), "Here you want a brownie?

He says, "No that's got somebody's eye on it!"


The Columbia Lighthouse Aglow International functions as a local gathering place for ministry and for women and men to fellowship, worship, and grow in deeper intimacy with God the Father, Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit. Aglow meets at different locations, depending on the event. Find more on facebook or by emailing aglowcolumbialighthouse@gmail.com.


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2026-08-03 16:05:11 | Comments | See topic Church News

Blue Raider Band members show off new uniforms

By Duane Bonifer

The Lindsey Wilson University Blue Raider Band won't perform in their new uniforms until the football team's August 27, 2026, season-opener at Parnell Family Stadium. But a select group of people got to see some members of the Blue Raider Band show off the new musical outfits on Sunday, August 2, 2026, in the Blue Raider Band Building.

"I'm super excited to have them, and I'm really thankful we have new uniforms," said Dante Eads '29, a biology major from Russell Springs, who plays saxophone in the band. "I'm glad to be part of it."

The Blue Raider Band's new uniforms, which were voted on by the band members, feature the colors blue, white, gray, silver and black. The Lindsey Wilson Blue Raider logo is emblazoned on the uniform's left breast, and it is topped with a cavalier hat trimmed with a feather, which connects band members to the Lindsey Wilson athletics mascot, Blue Raider Bob, whose cavalier also includes a feather.

In addition to the hats, the new uniforms also include rain jackets. Members of the color guard and the drum major also received new uniforms.

"This is an amazing investment the university has made in you all," Lindsey Wilson Director of Bands Robert Palmer told the band members who attended the Sunday event.


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2026-08-03 15:56:29 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University

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

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


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.

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


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, August 5, 2026:
Pork chop, green beans, diced potatoes, fruit, roll, margarine, milk



ACSO: Activity Report for July 2026

From Sheriff Gary Roy
Adair County Sheriff's Office

The Adair County Sheriff's Department Activity Report for July 2026:
  • 48 Warrants of arrest served
  • 7 Criminal cases opened
  • 7 Call response reports written
  • 11 Domestic abuse cases worked
  • 25 Accidents worked
  • 12 Out of county transports
  • 17 Citations written for criminal activity
  • 94 Civil process papers served
  • 3 Criminal summonses served
  • 55 Subpoenas served
  • 272 Hours of court security provided
  • 20 Animal complaints
  • 6 Motor assist
  • 978 911 calls
  • 10 Alcohol drug related


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2026-08-03 15:52:45 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports

Applications for fall dove quota hunts open Aug 3

From Lisa Jackson

Frankfort, KY - The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources will host four dove quota hunts and four traditional mentor/youth dove quota hunts during the early part of dove hunting season, which opens on September 1, 2026. Hunters must submit applications for each of these dove quota hunts and will be randomly drawn depending upon availability. Applications will be accepted from 8amET on August 3, 2026, through 4:30pmET on August 21, 2026.


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2026-08-03 15:44:20 | Comments | See topic Ky Afield Outdoors

Two waiting on a potential snack


2026-08-04 - Taylor Co., KY - Photo by Mike Watson.
Mike writes, "This photo brings to mind an old cartoon.. 'My momma done told me, bring home something for dinner.' Seen at the Homeplace on Green River recently."


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Fundraiser Yard Sale on Aug 8 at BCF

From Veronica Arnold

Berean Community Fellowship will be holding a fundraiser yard sale from 7:30amCT to 3pmCT on Saturday, August 8, 2026, at 5160 Adair Veterans Memorial Hwy in Columbia (at the southern end of the Bypass).

All items have been donated, and all monies goes to building the sanctuary for the Berean Community Fellowship. There will be items from several different families, just in time for back to school! Items will be priced to bless families and so that ALL things get sold! Items for sale are numerous and varied, including kids clothes, women's clothes, men's clothes, shoes, bikes, furniture, books, games, puzzles.


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2026-08-03 15:40:32 | Comments | See topic Church News


Remembrances for August 5
In Memory Birthday, Karen Gail Sapp Fawcett, Campbellsville, KY (1956-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Porter Lee Hamlett, Columbia, KY (1948-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Doris Irene Thomas, Jamestown, KY (1937-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bobby Joe Corner, Russell Springs, KY (1955-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Anna Louise George (August 5, 1934 - January 14, 2005) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Fannie L. Curry, Columbia, KY (1910) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Carolyn Faye Ballard, Casey Co., KY (1944) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Charles Stephen "Steve" Wheeler, Adair Co., KY (1955) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Frances Hope Tarter, Casey County, KY (1921) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mary E. Luttrell, Casey Co., KY native (1945) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lillian Cox Davis, Casey County, KY (1921) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, May Rock, Taylor County, KY (1940) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Alfred Bryant, Green County, KY (1939) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mr. Walter Richard Groce, Cumberland Co. KY (1944-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mary Elizabeth Glover, Taylor County, KY (1936-2013)= | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Donna Jean Hodge, Russell Co., KY (1942-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Dimple Jane Gilbert, Russell County, KY (1926-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Iris Jeanette Shepherd, 85, Russell Co., KY (1930-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Herbert Caudell, 86, Taylor County, KY (1930-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mabel Trebor, 89, Russell Co., KY (1927-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Tina Rose Penick, 52, Summersville, KY (1964-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Roger E. Poynter, 61, Metcalfe Co., KY (1955-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Richard (Richie) Bennett, 38, Adair Co., KY (1978-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mr. Charlie T. Warren, Taylor Co., KY/LaRue Co., KY native (1927-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Duncan Rand, Adair Co, KY/Oxford Co., ME, native (1940-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lisa Llera, Cumberland County, KY (1956-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Homer Leroy Jennings, 69, Metcalfe Co., KY (1948-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Barbara Faye Mann Wilson, 73, Russell Co., KY (1944-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lori Stephens Bragg, 54, Columbia, KY (1963-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jane Hope Hamilton, 72, Taylor County, KY (1945-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ruby Burton, 86, Adair County, KY (1931-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Michael Lee Franklin, 70, Russell County, KY (1947-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, James Edward (Jim) Davidson, 65, Cumberland County, KY (1952-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Sonny Dale Tucker, 70, Casey County, KY (1947-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ailene Whitlock, 68, Finley, KY (1954-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Alan Robert MacHattie, 89, Liberty, KY (1931-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Alma Furkin, 83, Columbia, KY (1939-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Alvin D. Giles, 84, Pellyton, KY (1937-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Betty Robertson Thorsen, 78, Russell Springs, KY (1942-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Billy Gene Humble, 81, Columbia, KY (1940-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bobby Joe Burton, 50, Knob Lick, KY (1971-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bonnie Cutler, Campbellsville, KY (1946-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Clifford M. Potts, 90, Louisville, KY (1932-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Daryl Rooks, 54, Columbia, KY (1968-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ethel L. Hammond, 91, formerly of Russell Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Evelyn Komosa, 102, Columbia, KY (1922-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Harry Ingram, 93, Columbia, KY (1928-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jack B. Garrett, 98, Columbia, KY (1926-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, James Kenneth Perkins, 91, Campbellsville, KY (1930-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, JoAnn Davis Bragg, 88, Edmonton, KY (1933-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lucy Fay Vaughn, 81, Campbellsville, KY (1940-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Sarah Coomer Smith, 85, Adair Co., KY native (1935-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Thomas Glenwood Richerson, 79, Campbellsville, KY (1942-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Treonna Wethington, 44, Russell Springs, KY (1975-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Venetta Barnett, 96 Taylor County, KY (1913-2009) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Winfred (Wimp) Simpson, 80, Greensburg, KY (1940-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)

 

































 
 
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