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Basketball: Lady Indians in 20th District action Monday By Trey Stephens, Staff Writer On Thursday, February 19, 2026, the Adair County Lady Indians Varsity Basketball team defeated the Elizabethtown Panthers 80-43 at home. The dominant win by Adair County was made possible by five double-figure scorers, led by Kinzlee Akin, who had 18. Ella Brown followed with 16, ahead of Reese Bardin with 15, Calle White with 12, and Allee Campbell also with 12. The Lady Indians were able to score in such high numbers by shooting the ball well. They made 61% from the floor, 53% from three point range, and 100% from the free throw line on eight-for-eight. Three Lady Indians led the team in rebounding, with Bardin, Campbell, and Anika Jennings all pulling down six rebounds each. This game, against a good Etown team, is one of the best outings the Lady Indians have had all season long. I said in my preview of this game that on paper these two teams were rather similar. A 37-point win over a team you are similar to on paper is a pretty amazing performance. The Lady Indians will hope for a similar result when they travel to Campbellsville to face the Lady Eagles (18-8) in the first round of the 20th District Tournament Both teams have everything to gain, or all to lose. This was the exact situation the two teams were in 364 days ago when Adair County got past Campbellsville 52-51 to reach the 5th Region Tournament. That game was played at John Burr in Columbia, this game will be played at Paul J. Coop Gymnasium. So, ANY available, passionate, and Indian-supporting person needs to hit the road tonight and be at Campbellsville High School to make sure the Tribe benefits from the environment. Come out and support, make the trip and be loud! Tip off is scheduled for 7pmCT on Monday, February 23, 2026, at Campbellsville High School, 230 W Main St, Campbellsville, KY. Tickets are $9 and can be purchased at hometownticketing.com. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-02-23 13:16:38 | Comments | See topic Sports
Spring Pick It Up Day is March 12 From Tiffany Collins City Of Columbia The City of Columbia will have their Spring Pick It Up Day on Thursday, March 12, 2026. If you have an item to be picked up, such as a chair, mattress, table, etc., please call City Hall at 270-384-2501 to get your name on the list. Mayor Hoots says, "We appreciate everyone's participation in keeping our town clean." This is the fourth year of this event for the City of Columbia. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-02-23 12:47:10 | Comments | See topic Local Government
City to meet with prospective buyers for Synergy building From Tiffany Collins The imminent closure of Synergy Food Group LLC in Columbia was announced in January 2026. The City of Columbia received a Community Development Block Grant for the procurement of the building, and did a loan for the remainder of the purchase price. Synergy Food Group LLC has the property, located on the corner of the Veterans Memorial Bypass and Burkesville Street in Columbia, until May 1, 2026. Several companies have already expressed an interest in obtaining the property for business and/or manufacturing use. The City will be in contact with each one of these and will be in discussion over the next few weeks. According to Mayor Hoots, the City will be working with the Lake Cumberland Area Development District and local legal counsel to ensure that an appropriate process is developed for the future purchase and/or leasing of the facility. Individual meetings with each prospect will be setup in the near future. If you have any questions, please contact the Mayor's Office by calling 270-384-2501. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-02-23 12:44:45 | Comments | See topic Local Government
ACHS SBDM Council to meet Feb 26 From Chad A. Parnell, Principal Adair County High School The Adair County High School SBDM Council will have its regular monthly meeting at 4pmCT on Thursday, February 26, 2026, in the ACHS Library, 526 Indian Drive, Columbia KY. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-02-23 12:29:55 | Comments | See topic Education Events scheduled for today, February 23, 2026 All events are listed in Central Time. | Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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KOHS issues public safety alert on highly potent synthetic opioid From the Columbia Police Department The Kentucky Office of Homeland Security (KOHS) is alerting the public, healthcare providers, first responders, and law enforcement agencies to the confirmed presence of Cychlorphine, a highly potent synthetic opioid, in central Kentucky. This dangerous substance has been linked to overdose deaths in neighboring regions, including eastern Tennessee, and is expected to expand to additional areas within the Commonwealth. Cychlorphine is estimated to be approximately ten times more potent than fentanyl. Due to its extreme strength, even trace amounts may result in severe respiratory depression or death. Officials report that Cychlorphine is frequently mixed with other illicit narcotics. Individuals may be unknowingly exposed, significantly increasing the risk of accidental overdose. The unpredictable nature of the illicit drug supply heightens the danger to users and first responders alike. Preliminary reports indicate that overdoses involving Cychlorphine may require multiple doses of naloxone (Narcan) for reversal. Standard single-dose administration may not be sufficient in all cases. The Columbia Police Department urges the public to stay safe, remain alert, and immediately report any suspected drug-related activity to authorities and/or the Columbia Police Department Drug Tip-Line at 270-378-2259 (Cally's Line). Callers will remain anonymous. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-02-23 12:28:25 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports
LWU Doctoral students place first in national competition 2026 American Counseling Association Graduate Student Ethics Award for Doctoral Students won by team of LWU students Mahalia Cain of Williamsburg, Kentucky; Amanda Gienow of Knoxville, Tennessee; Lynnsey Vandeventer of Danville, Kentucky; and Sibo Zhao of Bowling Green, Kentucky. By Duane Bonifer It will be several years before four Lindsey Wilson University graduate students earn their doctorate degree in counselor education and supervision, but they are already making a name for themselves in the counseling profession. The quartet of Mahalia Cain, Amanda Gienow, Lynnsey Vandeventer and Sibo Zhao recently won the 2026 American Counseling Association Graduate Student Ethics Award for Doctoral Students in the ACA Graduate Student Ethics Competition. In the national competition, students were given a challenging fictional professional scenario and asked to examine it using the ACA Code of Ethics and information from other professional counseling literature. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-02-23 12:24:40 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University
List of 2026 First Responders to be honored From City Hall The second annual Spirit of Columbia awards are scheduled for Friday, April 3, 2026 in Columbia. They will be held at the pavilion at the City Park on Fairground Street at 1pmCT. The list of folks scheduled to be honored this year follow: Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-02-23 10:23:34 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports ![]()
Speak your family histories at Adair Genealogy Center If you haven't already done so, please consider gathering family members for a recording of memories at the Adair County Genealogy and History Research Center. New equipment is available and Mike Watson promises to help. Audrey Chelf Waggener's kitchen table came to life this week when Bob Chelf remembered young entrepreneurs - him, Ed and Ralph Waggener - putting together sections of the Courier Journal on it after she'd cleared off one of her fine meals. He was in charge of the comics section. Here's hoping he will get with his cousin Ralph and they will make those memories part of the collection available to future generations. The Adair County Genealogy and History Research Center opened April 19, 2021 next door to the Adair County Public Library, at 307 Greensburg Street. It is open weekdays from 9amCT to 5pmCT, and on Saturdays from 8amCT to NoonCT. Email: adairgenealogy@gmail.com or phone 270-380-1024. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-02-23 10:14:31 | Comments | See topic Education ![]()
Question from friends at the Adair County Public Library Dearest Gentle Readers of Our Fair Library, We have a question that requires the utmost seriousness... How many among you would attend a Bridgerton Tea Party at the Adair County Public Library? We're envisioning teacups clinking, tables dressed in florals, Regency inspired attire, and trivia that would make even Lady Whistledown raise an approving brow. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-02-23 09:50:46 | Comments
Ann Martin, 70, Columbia, KY (1955-2026) Ann (Grant) Martin of Columbia died on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington. She was 70 years old. The funeral service will be held at 11amCT on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home, 200 Campbellsville Street, Columbia, KY, with Bro. Steve Martin and Dr. S. Ross Martin officiating. Burial will follow in Haven Hill Cemetery, with Bro. Richard Martin officiating. Visitation is requested after 4pmCT on Tuesday. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-02-22 20:23:38 | Comments | See topic Obituaries
Letter: Pieces of Creative Optic Billy Joe Fudge writes: Photos eliciting motion,Comments re: Just look at that artful evening sky Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-02-22 20:14:20 | Comments | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback ![]()
Farmers Market vendors meeting Feb 26 By Donna Jones Farmers Market on the Square will have a meeting at 5pmCT on Thursday, February 26, 2026 at the Adair County Extension Office, 409 Fairground Street, Columbia, KY. Anyone interested in becoming a vendor for the 2026 season should attend this meeting. Any questions please call 270-634-2125. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-02-22 16:00:48 | Comments | See topic Adair Co. Extension Service
Pope loses composure at podium, Kentucky loses yet again By Ryan Hoots Sports Director, UntdWeStnd.com Auburn, AL - Saturday might wasn't just another gut punch loss at Auburn. It was something worse. It was a moment where leadership cracked in public view. Mark Pope walked into the media room furious. The press conference lasted under four minutes. His tone simmered with anger about officiating, particularly the late questionable offensive foul on Collin Chandler. He carefully avoided openly criticizing referees but made his frustration unmistakable, describing the situation in emotional and personal terms. That restraint did not last long. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-02-22 15:59:09 | Comments | See topic Sports
Birthdays and Anniversaries for February 23 Happy Birthday, Aline Foster (1926) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Audrey-Claire Brielle Benham (2010) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Clurel (Doc) Murphy (1956) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Collin Pike (2005) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Delpha Dulworth (1924) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Frances Edwards (1956) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jacob Burton (1993) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jennifer Renee Brown Yarberry (1975) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Joseph Burton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Larry Franklin | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Patricia A. Hadley | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Rebecca Melton (1933) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Sara Jean Corbin (1960) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Suzanna Streeval (1974) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Teresa Giles | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tracy Sandusky | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tristen Jayce Rafferty (2018) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Wilma Scott | (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.
KSP: Apply now for Youth Academy Program From Sherry Bray Frankfort, KY - Gov. Andy Beshear and the Kentucky State Police (KSP) are encouraging young Kentuckians interested in a career in law enforcement to apply for the state police Youth Academy Program. This weeklong camp allows Kentucky's future officers the chance to interact with state police troopers while developing leadership skills, physical fitness and an understanding of law enforcement principles. "This important program helps build trust between our communities and our law enforcement, while also showing young Kentuckians what it takes to pursue these heroic careers," Gov. Beshear said. "Our brave KSP officers show up in so many ways to protect our people and I encourage eligible Kentuckians to experience this great opportunity to learn more." The third annual Youth Academy Program is scheduled to take place June 28-July 2, 2026, at Trooper Island Camp on Dale Hollow Lake at no cost to participants. Applications for the Youth Academy Program are currently being accepted online for Kentuckians 16-17 years old. The deadline to apply is May 14, 2026. Start the application process online at jotform.com. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-02-21 17:05:40 | Comments
Six documents everyone should keep on hand As a homeowner, you may find yourself with a lot of paperwork. While you don't have to keep everything, it is a good idea to keep certain files for tax or mortgage purposes. There are several documents that you should keep as long as you own a property and some after you sell the property. Those include the following six. 1. House deed: A house deed is a document that transfers ownership of a house from one party to another. Keep this for as long as you own a property, to have proof that you own it. 2. Closing documents: Keep documents related to closing the sale of your new home or property as long as you own the property, and three years after the sale. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-02-20 22:00:14 | Comments
Area students participate in John B. Begley Scholars Day By Duane Bonifer Five Adair County High School students participated in the 2026 Lindsey Wilson University John B. Begley Scholars Day. The Adair County seniors who interviewed at the university's annual scholars day, held February 7, 2026 are:
Other area high school students included: Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-02-20 15:02:01 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University
Letter: Curious Marie Freeman writes: Sure looks like the same color of the water that was behind the car wash that had the spill off. There's an article on Columbia Magazine about it. I'd be curious if that has any connection?Comments re: Scenic Adair Co. - concern about Big Clifty Creek Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-02-20 14:57:40 | Comments | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback 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 Margarita Mondays! Black Stallion Steakhouse 202 Will Walker Rd., Columbia, KY. 270-380-1800. Open seven days a week 11am to 10pmCT. Nonsmoking. Credit cards accepted. Private rooms available. Full Bar Seating, Beer & Wine, 7-days a week Black Stallion is open today from 11amCT to 9pmCT! Betty's Country Cooking MENU | 2339 Campbellsville RD, Columbia, KY (MAP) Phone 270-384-5664 | Non-smoking. Breakfast served anytime. Credit Cards accepted. For the Fall and Winter, 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. Adair County Schools Adair Co. School District, Dayna Parnell, Director of Food Services, 270-384-2476 ACES and ACPC menu for February 23, 2026: 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 Monday, February 23, 2026:
Student-created book a highlight of All in for Ag Education Week Frankfort, KY - A book written and illustrated by two Kentucky students is at the center of this Spring's All in for Agriculture Education Week. "Millie's Farm Day," written by eighth-grader Ayla Tolentino and illustrated by 11th-grader Blakely Beth Callahan, follows the day in a life of farmer, Kenzie, as seen through the eyes of a dairy cow named Millie. "It's amazing how creative our young people can be," Kentucky Agriculture Commissioner Jonathan Shell said. "All in for Agriculture Education Week is designed to get agriculture in the classroom. This book does that in a fun, colorful way for our youngest future farmers." Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-02-20 14:44:31 | Comments | See topic Education
2026 Donate Life Scholarship and Education Opportunities Adair Circuit Clerk Dennis Loy is helping spread awareness of organ donation and transplantation by supporting two important Donate Life Kentucky Trust initiatives: student scholarships and the debut of Heart of the Motor: The Wyatt Eddy Story, a short documentary and curriculum designed for Kentucky classrooms. Donate Life Kentucky Trust announced its annual scholarship program, which awards $20,000 in scholarships to Kentucky students who support the mission of organ donation in their communities. Students across the Commonwealth are encouraged to apply by the April 6, 2026 deadline. For more information about Donate Life Kentucky Trust scholarships or to learn how schools can access Heart of the Motor, visit www.donatelifeky.org. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-02-20 14:42:03 | Comments | See topic Education
KADB approves funding for projects in Green, Metcalfe, Russell From Madison Pergrem Cannon Frankfort, KY - The Kentucky Agricultural Development Board approved $700,317 for agricultural diversification and rural development projects across the Commonwealth Friday at its monthly board meeting in February. Locally funded projects include the Metcalfe County 4-H Council, Green County CAIP, and Russell County DAR. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-02-20 14:39:54 | Comments | See topic Farm and Garden Last 10 Posted Obituaries:
Remembrances for February 23 In Memory Anniversary, Wilma Jean Waggener Cravens and Paul J. Cravens | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Pauline Kerr, 90, Taylor Co., KY (1926-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Oris Murrell, Columbia, KY (1932-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Gordon Lee Brown, 75, Adair County, KY (1943-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Luther Groce, Burkesville, KY (1947-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ronnie Kyle Watkins, Burkesville, KY (1955-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Howard Hawkins, Green Co., KY (1931) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Cortis Smith, Cumberland Co., KY, (1929) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Gerald "Jed" Dudgeon, Taylor Co., KY (1954) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Nancy Foster, Sano Community - Russell Co., KY native (1946) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Curtis D. True, Liberty, KY (1934) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Joseph Odell Burton, Adair County, KY (1933) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James Floyd Squires, Taylor Co., KY (1924) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lona Joan Watson, Taylor County, KY (1934) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rev. Marshall Sloan, Sr., Taylor Co., KY (1953-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dora Aliene Foster, Adair County, KY (1927-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Anthony Lynn (Tony) Grider (1973-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kenneth Durham, 84, Yosemite, KY (1931-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Matthew Rylan Lynn, Liberty, KY (23 Feb-20 Oct 2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Jesse J. King, Burkesville, KY (1924-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Thelma Mae Spoon, 93, Adair County, KY (1923-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Betty Sue Waters, Casey County, KY (1952-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Virginia Sue Wall, Casey County, KY (1943-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rev. Norris Eugene McCawley, 76, Adair Co., KY (1940-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Howard Abston, 86, Burkesville, KY (1930-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bro. Ronald Gene Holder, Russell County, KY (1949-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Elizabeth Sue King, Campbellsville, KY (1945-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Melba Corbin Schlimmer, East Tawas MI/Columbia, KY native (1938-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Lottie Irene Creason Marr, Green Co., KY (1923-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, David E. Walters, Taylor County, KY (1933-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ann Marie Burton, 39, Adair County, KY (1978-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Elsie Marie Gaskins, Adair County/Russell County, KY native (1922-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Miles Jordan Coffey, 25, Adair County, KY (1993-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sona Michelle (Gabbert) Shaw, 54 Taylor Co., KY (1964-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bonnie V. York, 84, Jamestown, KY (1937-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Carol Montgomery, 77, formerly of Taylor Co., KY (1941-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Garry L. Wall, 69, Columbia, KY (1956-2026) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Harold Lee Humphress, 84, Columbia, KY (1939-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Joe Joe Satterfield (d. 2010) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, L. C. Claywell, 83, Cumberland County, KY (1935-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Marilyn Kay Redford, 57, Liberty, KY (1964-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Nathan Rowe (1920-1997) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Paul Dennis Henson (1920-1991) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Samuel Everett Parson, 85, Campbellsville, KY (1936-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sandra Dee Mills, 52, Taylor County, KY (1965-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Simon Myers, 87, Campbellsville, KY (1934-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ted Smith, 93, Burkesville, KY (1928-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) |
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