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Spotted Lanternfly moves closer to Adair By Mig Feuser / The Adair Progress A pest that once seemed like a problem for other states is now a Kentucky problem, and local residents are being asked to keep their eyes open before it becomes an Adair County problem. The Kentucky Office of the State Entomologist recently reported that some Spotted Lanternflies are now in the older nymph stage, the time when the young insects begin showing their red coloration. The office shared photos taken in Boone County and asked residents to report possible sightings, especially from counties where the insect has not yet been confirmed. That includes Adair County. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-07-09 09:48:07 | Comments
Barred owl hurt during holiday now doing ok The Barred owl couple that became neighbors of Billie Kay and Todd Wilson in their yard in the Town Creek valley of Hurt Street have been making news this year. This week one owl was injured over the holiday weekend but Billie Kay has posted an update that it is doing ok now. The Wilsons first knew of their special friends as they began hearing a unique sound in the evenings in late winter. After research and study, they realized the sounds were those of owls. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-07-08 23:21:13 | Comments
TJHC awarded Acute Stroke Ready Hospital Certification T.J. Health Columbia has earned Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval(R) and the American Stroke Association's Heart-Check mark for Acute Stroke Ready Hospital Certification. T.J. Health Columbia underwent a rigorous, onsite review. During the visit, a team of Joint Commission reviewers evaluated compliance with related certification standards, including delivering and facilitating clinical care. Joint Commission standards are developed in consultation with healthcare experts and providers, measurement experts, and patients. The reviewers also conducted onsite observations and interviews. "Acute Stroke Ready Hospital Certification recognizes healthcare organizations committed to striving for excellence and fostering continuous improvement in patient safety and quality of care," says Ken Grubbs, DNP, MBA, RN, executive vice president of Accreditation and Certification Operations and chief nursing executive, Joint Commission. "We commend T.J. Health Columbia for using Joint Commission's certification process to reduce variation in clinical processes and to strengthen its clinical program to drive safer, higher-quality and more compassionate care for individuals served." Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-07-08 13:39:46 | Comments | See topic Health Care
ACSO: Calendar fundraiser calls are legitimate From Sheriff Gary Roy Adair County Sheriff's Office Starting July 8, 2026 you may receive a phone call from the Adair County Sheriff's Office regarding sponsorship of the 2026-2027 Adair County Sheriff's Office calendar. The caller will be Aaron Cowles, and he will be asking you about sponsoring a spot on the calendar. Proceeds go to benefit the Kentucky Sheriffs Boys and Girls Ranch in Gilbertsville, KY. If you have any concerns or questions feel free to call the Sheriff's Office at 270-384-2776. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-07-08 08:45:46 | Comments 
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Carol Perkins: The Celebration Previous Column: A Sack of Potatoes By Carol Perkins The 4th of July began for me on Thursday night when my friends and I attended a free concert at Skypac called "Star Spangled Spectacular", featuring Broadway star Stephen Amerson and an assembly of local talent as the choir. It was a spectacular night of patriotic music and songs. The highlight was when the orchestra played a song from each branch of the military, and those who served stood for a rousing round of applause. On Friday, Edmonton "put on the dog" for the 4th with a parade, followed by a free concert by the band Otis, followed by The Kentucky Headhunters. With the threat of storms and the fact that none of us could walk well, we sat in the car, watched the crowd, and listened to the music. I loved that a few of our local youngsters opened up for the bands. They will never forget it. Speaking of cars, I wasn't sure about parking. Buses shuttled people from the high school to Bowling Park, and for those who needed a walker or were in wheelchairs, ample parking was available, though the distance to the concert site remained considerable. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-07-08 08:43:50 | Comments | See topic Carol Perkins
Newest business in New Columbia is Magic Chamber Of Commerce business members joined family and friends for a special ribbon cutting celebration at Magic Liquor & Tobacco in Columbia on Wednesday. Owner Nilesha Patel welcomed everyone and introduced his wife Asha and their sons Viaan, 11, and Naksh, 8, who are excited about their new family business. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-07-08 00:25:14 | Comments | See topic Chamber of Commerce
Board of Education to meet on July 13 From Carolee Lloyd Admin. Assistant to Superintendent/Human Resource Director Adair County Board of Education The Adair County Board of Education will hold a Special Called School Board Meeting at 5pmCT on Monday, July 13, 2026, at the Adair County Board of Education, 1204 Greensburg Street, Columbia, KY. Meeting Agenda: Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-07-07 17:20:36 | Comments | See topic Local Government
Next Saturday Session is July 18 From Mike Watson The Adair Genealogy & History Research Center's Annita Dial will present a Saturday Session on the Proper Cleaning & Preserving of Grave Markers from 6pmCT to 8pmCT on Saturday, July 18, 2026, at the Columbia City Cemetery. If you would like to attend, kindly RSVP to: 270.380.1024 or adairgenealogy@gmail.com. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-07-07 14:28:16 | Comments 
VBS starts July 8 at Second Christian Church From Hali Lawson Second Christian Church will have Vacation Bible School from 5:30pmCT to 8pmCT nightly on July 8-10, 2026. This year's theme is "Jesus is the Light of the World!" Children ages 3-12 are invited to make friends and enjoy fun & games, arts & crafts, dance & music. Second Christian Church is located at 829 Burkesville St., Columbia, KY. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-07-07 14:22:33 | Comments | See topic Church News
Pickett's Chapel VBS starts July 8 From Ann Smith Pickett's Chapel will be having "Rainforest" VBS from 6pmCT to 8pmCT nightly on July 8-10, 2026. There will be lessons, crafts, music, food and recreation nightly. Everyone is invited to attend. Pickett's Chapel is located at 3047 Portland Road, in the Portland/Milltown community of Adair County. For more information, please call 270.634.2440 or 270.634.1354. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-07-07 14:15:40 | Comments | See topic Church News
ACSO: Activity Report for June 2026 From Sheriff Gary Roy Adair County Sheriff's Office The Adair County Sheriff's Department Activity Report for June 2026:
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Reserve spaces now for Paint the Town From Trey Stephens City of Columbia | Assistant to the Mayor The City of Columbia is looking forward to our annual Paint the Town event. The Public Square will be closed from 4pmCT to 7pmCT on Thursday, July 16, 2026, to allow all participants to fully enjoy the event. During Paint the Town we invite people, churches, organizations, and businesses to chalk portions of the sidewalk around the Public Square. If you would like a space, please contact City Hall at 270-384-2501. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-07-07 14:07:34 | Comments
Russell County Search & Rescue - Mission Update Russell County Search & Rescue was called out to assist Kentucky Fish & Wildlife on the Cumberland River, approximately one mile downstream from Wolf Creek Dam over the holiday weekend. Two individuals and their dog were reported stranded after running out of fuel on the river. Responders were met with dense fog on the water, making the search extremely difficult and dangerous in the dark. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-07-07 14:01:00 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports Birthdays and Anniversaries for July 9 Happy Anniversary, Haley & Blake Martin (2011) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Christopher Allen Yates | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Darlene Burke | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Elizabeth Miller (1959) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Emma Joy Caldwell (2010) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Freddie Corbin (1982) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Gavin Scott Williams | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Helen York | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jerry | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Lisa Muse | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Mary Keltner | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Noah Thomas (2001) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Owen Grant | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Patricia Sneed Haven (1963) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Sean Noel | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Sheila Keltner | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Stanley Carney, Jr. (1926) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, twins Sarah and Stephanie Calvert | (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.
Duo Broadband at July Chamber of Commerce meeting From Ellen Zornes, Executive Director Columbia-Adair County Chamber of Commerce The Columbia-Adair County Chamber of Commerce will hold their monthly meeting at NoonCT on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at 201 Burkesville St, Columbia, KY. Duo Broadband will be the featured speaker and lunch sponsor. Plan to be with us and hear about all the exciting things going on with Duo Broadband. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-07-07 11:05:10 | Comments | See topic Chamber of Commerce
Deadline approaching to sign up for Back to School Bash From Trey Stephens City of Columbia | Assistant to the Mayor The City of Columbia is planning their annual Back To School Bash for Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at the City Park on Fairground Street. Sponsorhips for t-shirts are available for $50/$100, and vendors are encouraged to sign up to give away school supplies and snacks. The deadline for sponsors and vendors to sign up is 4pmCT this Friday, July 10, 2026. Please contact City Hall at 270-384-2501. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-07-07 10:35:27 | Comments
Demolay Fish Fry on July 11 From Lee Ann Jessee The Valley of the Cumberland Demolay Fish Fry will be held from 10:30amCT to 7pmCT this Saturday, July 11, 2026, in the basement at Columbia Lodge #96, 501 Burkesville St., Columbia, KY. The menu will include fried catfish filet, fried chicken tenders, scratch made coleslaw, french fries, hush puppies,and a drink, for just $10 per plate. For Call-In Orders:
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Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-07-06 21:00:28 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports 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 Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 6amCT to 8pmCT, and on Sunday from 8amCT to 3pmCT. Breakfast served anytime. Credit Cards accepted. Non-smoking. On the hot bar today, Thursday, July 9, 2026 Fiesta Mexico of Columbia 819 Jamestown St., Columbia KY. 270-384-6004. Hrs.: 10:30amCT daily; Sun, 11amCT Authentic Mexican Restaurant Thursday Special: Enchiladas Rancheras 3 cheese enchiladas topped with pork cooked with tomatoes, onions, bell peppers and enchilada sauce, served with a salad. $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! Acapulco Authentic Mexican Grill Columbia - Russell Springs - Nancy | Offering excellent, authentic Mexican food 7-days-a-week. Express specials five days a week, plus appetizers salads, soups, a children's menu and desserts! Try a dinner combination and choose from beef, pork, chicken, or seafood, or select a vegetarian combination anytime. Adair Co. School District Adair Co. Schools Summer Feeding Program, Dayna Parnell, Director of Food Services, 270-384-2476. All children ages 1 - 18 years old who are residents are encouraged to participate in the Adair Co. Schools Summer Feeding Program
Adair Senior Citizens Center 901 Hudson Street, Columbia, KY 42728. 8amCT to 2pmCT Monday through Friday. Phone 270-380-1899. JoAnn Smith, Director. Menu for Thursday, July 9, 2026:
The Achilles Award for Q2 2026 goes to Herb Sparks From Kim Harwood, Executive Director Edmonton Metcalfe Chamber of Commerce It is with great honor that the Edmonton-Metcalfe County Chamber of Commerce recognizes Herb Sparks as an Achilles recipient. His name will be added to the list of recipients since the awards inception in 2023. This award is one of humble existence presented to a member of the community that does good deeds and gives of themselves with nothing expected in return. Many people have a job, and they do it well but there are those that do a job, serve on committees, donate their time and resources to worthy causes, love, and support the community and the people in it. Herb Sparks is that person. Herb Sparks proudly served his country and has been a practicing attorney since 1974. He has served on numerous boards and was the recipient of the Jim C. Coleman Community Service Award in 2009 and the recipient of BRADD's Annual Tim Lee Carter Award for Community Contributions in 1999. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-07-06 20:48:21 | Comments
WKU takes 1st Place at National ASCE Competition Western Kentucky University's American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) student chapter placed first overall at the 2026 ASCE Civil Engineering Student Championship. WKU was among 25 teams that qualified for the national competition. The event took place at Fairmont State University in Fairmont, West Virginia, on June 25-27, 2026. Concrete canoe team members include Sophia Adams of O'Fallon, Missouri, Solomon Bawi of Bowling Green, Camden Carpenter of Russell Springs, Emarie Cates of Gallatin, Tennessee, Ben Clouse of Somerset, Luke Evans of Owensboro, Chase Fleenor of Scottsburg, Indiana, Kaya Goertz of Defiance, Missouri, Larissa Hernandez of Nashville, Tennessee, Nicholas Holenstein of Spring Hill, Tennessee, Keaton Kessler of Columbia, Sam Reader of Edwardsville, Illinois, William Reeves of Owensboro, Alex Reyolds of Jamestown, Jackson Rodgers of Bowling Green, Hector Santiago of Bradenburg, Jaxon Williams of Owensboro, Benjamin Ravellette of Dalton City, Illinois, Jack Rhody of Bardstown, Luke Phelps of Bardstown, Preston McDavid of Frankfort, Gloria Matta of Bowling Green, Lilly Fanning of Bowling Green, and Austin Dukes-Maeby of Bowling Green. Advisors to the team include Jason Wilson, Tyler Baker and Robert Atchley. This accomplishment was the first year WKU won the national concrete canoe competition and the fifth consecutive year they placed in the top five. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-07-06 20:45:03 | Comments | See topic Education
KY Secretary of State launches time capsule project From Nick Storm Frankfort, KY - Secretary of State Michael Adams announced on July 6, 2026, the launch of the Kentucky Time Capsule Project, a statewide initiative commemorating America's 250th anniversary. As the nation marks this historic milestone, Kentuckians have a unique opportunity to reflect on who we are as a Commonwealth and what we want future generations to remember about this moment in our history. The Kentucky Time Capsule Project invites Kentuckians from every corner of the state to contribute their voices, stories, photographs, artwork, and hopes for the future. Those interested in submitting can do so through the Secretary of State's website at sos.ky.gov. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-07-06 20:41:13 | Comments | See topic Kentucky Last 10 Posted Obituaries:
Remembrances for July 9 In Memory Birhtday, Thomas Russell Wethington, Campbellsville, KY (1962-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Richard Finley Duncan, 75, Edmonton, KY (1940-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Linda Propes Leach, Casey Co., KY native (1950-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Phillip Joyce Sallee Hubble, Liberty, KY (1943-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Patricia Kaye Burton, Columbia, KY (1962-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Hazel Warren, Greensburg, KY (1944-2020) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Gwinn DeSpain, Taylor Co., KY (1954) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Luther Collins, 91, Adair Co., KY (1918) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Master Trenton Allen Michael Bray (2010) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mark Allen Hood Taylor Co., KY (1947) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Nicholas Wayne Flatt, Science Hill, KY (1993) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Norma Dee "Butch" Sparks McCormick, Adair Co., KY native (1939-2010) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Glen Carter, 80, Burkesville, KY (1930) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Charles Randolph Taylor, Hustonville, KY (1936) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dorothy Christine Coomer, Adair County, KY (1923-2011) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sandy Wolford, Taylor Co., KY (1958) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Donald Royce Shappley, Russell Co., KY (1937) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Jean Harlow Tucker, Green County, KY (1932) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Frances Hayes, ElkHorn, KY (1932) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Daniel Fitzgerald Russell Co., KY (1934) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Margaret Lewis, Taylor County, KY (1931 | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Otha Lee VanArsdale, Green Co., KY, (1914) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ora Bledsoe Howell, 82, Russell Co., KY (1930-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Darlene Sapp, Liberty, KY (1950-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Joy Miller Eskridge, 74, Campbellsville, KY (1939-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sally Margaret Barnett, 97, Taylor Co., KY (1917-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Charles Earl (Chuck) Strange, Burkesville, KY (1953-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mysetta Montgomery, 91, Green County, KY (1924-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In memory birthday, Ralph Lewis, Adair Co., KY (1925-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Stanley Carney, Jr., 90, Columbia, KY (1926-206) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Carlon K. Sharp, 72, Casey County, KY (1944-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James McNear, 69, Taylor Co., KY (1947-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Howard Gale Bailey, 76, Adair County, KY (1941-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Glenn Allen Durrett, 60, Green County, KY (1957-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Garland "Tubby" Richardson, 81, Casey County, KY (1936-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Howard Curry, 76, Green Co., KY (1936-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Barbara Ann Janes, 77, Columbia, KY (1945-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Brenda Lee Jagus, 72, Columbia, KY (1952-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Carol Cox, 77, Columbia, KY (1947-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Curt Wethington, 75, Russell Springs, KY (1947-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, David Day, 87, Columbia, KY (1936-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Floyd Grider Sr, 87, Casey County, KY (1931-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, George Arnold Coffey, Russell Springs, KY (1928-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, JoAnn VanZant Gibson, 74, Metcalfe County, KY (1945-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Joey Franklin, (July 9, 1981- October 17, 2004) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Keith Stillwell, 67, Taylor Co., KY (1955-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Matthew Kane Franklin, 18, Campbellsville, KY (2004-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Raymond D. Grant, 80, Glens Fork, KY native (1942-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Robert Delmont (Buddy) Matney, 66, Green County, KY (1952-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rondal P. Bradshaw, 82, Green Co., KY (1938-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Shelley M. Kerns, 52, Columbia, KY (1973-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Victor Curt (Rusty) Hill, 64, Russell County, KY (1955-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William Hadley | (Updates/Corrections) |
 
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