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Letter: Poetry on a whole new level Phyllis Gooden writes: This is incredible. It brings the poetry to life! Congrats Dr. Arnold....I'm looking forward to more!Comments re: Physicist playing with poetry Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-06-09 10:43:00 | Comments | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
Hatcher, TJ Health Columbia, is Employee of 2026 By Ellen Zornes, Executive Director, Columbia-Adair County Chamber of Commerce This year's Columbia-Adair County Chamber of Commerce Employee of the Year, Shelby Hatcher, is Director of Nursing Services at TJ Health Columbia. She is dedicated to her patients and employees and recently she was awarded The Spirit of Columbia Award. Shelby Hatcher chose nursing because of her genuine passion for helping others and making a difference in people's lives during their most vulnerable moments. Her kind heart, compassion, and selfless nature shine through in the care she provides every single day. Shelby not only cares deeply for her patients, but she is also a supportive and uplifting coworker who brings comfort and positivity to everyone around her. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-06-08 22:49:30 | Comments | See topic Chamber of Commerce
Ballot positions drawn for non-partisan races Adair County Clerk Lisa Greer directed the official ballot draw last week to set the non-partisan race order of candidates as they'll be listed on the November ballot. Ballot position 1 - Richard L. Swartz; 2 - Ronald “Butch” Rogers; 3 - Mark D. Harris; 4 - Andrea Burke; 5 - Craig Dean; 6 - Sharon Payne; 7 - Hannah Peck; 8 - Beverly Loy; and 9 - Charles Grimsley. Click here to review all the 2026 Primary election results Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-06-08 22:25:02 | Comments | See topic Local Government
KY Afield Video: June 6, 2026 Full Show This week KY Afield is in Campbell County at the Special Olympics Fishing Derby. Then, they are floating down the Cumberland River in search of trout. Lastly, running whitetail fawn distress sounds in hopes to lure in coyotes. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-06-08 21:04:07 | Comments | See topic Ky Afield Outdoors Events scheduled for today, June 10, 2026 All events are listed in Central Time. | Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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P&Z Public Hearing on June 11 The City of Columbia Planning and Zoning Board will hold a Public Hearing at 6pmCT on Thursday, June 11, 2026, in City Hall, 116 Campbellsville Street, Columbia, KY. The purpose of the Public Hearing is to adopt the Plan Elements of the Comprehensive Plan. All interested citizens will have the opportunity to give written or oral comments at the Public Hearing. Senior citizens are encouraged to attend and comment. Handicapped persons needing assistance or aid should contact the City Clerk's office at 270-384-2501. TDD Number 1-800-247-2510. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-06-08 20:51:47 | Comments | See topic Local Government
ACSO: Home visit leads to firearm charges From Sheriff Gary Roy Adair County Sheriff's Office On Friday, June 5, 2026, the Adair County Sheriff's Office responded to 12431 Edmonton Road, to assist Probation and Parole Officers on a home visit. Deputy Sheriff Emily Wall arrested Nathan Chandler, age 45, of Columbia, and charged him with the following:
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KSP: Jury recommends life sentence for Maynard From Trooper Jonathan Houk Jamestown, KY - A Russell County man has been found guilty on two charges stemming from a Kentucky State Police (KSP) Post 15 investigation into a murder in Russell County. On June 1, 2026, a four-day trial began in Russell County Circuit Court. On June 5, 2026, a jury found Lee Maynard, 21, of Russell Springs, guilty of Murder and Tampering with Physical Evidence. The jury recommended life in prison with the possibility of parole for the Murder conviction, the maximum sentence allowable under Kentucky law. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-06-08 20:45:19 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Adair County raises $67,431 for WHAS Crusade for Children From Grant Loy, Public Information Officer Columbia Adair County Fire Department Thank you, Adair County! We are incredibly grateful for your continued support of the 73rd annual WHAS Crusade for Children. This is a truly special cause, with 100% of the funds raised coming right back into our community to support local children through programs like our school system and other vital services. We are proud to share that the Columbia-Adair County Fire Department raised a total of $63,850.00. This effort would not have been possible without the dedication of our Crusade Chairman, Phillip Richard, who put in countless hours behind the scenes, along with the hard work of our volunteer firefighters & their families. From the Pancake Breakfast and Chili Supper to the roadblocks, their commitment made a huge impact. We would also like to extend a sincere thank you to Breeding Area Volunteer Fire Department and Knifley Area Volunteer Fire Department for their continued partnership--both in raising funds and assisting with roadblocks this year. Together, all three departments raised a combined total for Adair County of $67,431.00 for the WHAS Crusade for Children. Your generosity continues to make a difference in the lives of children right here in Adair County. We couldn't do it without you. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-06-08 09:37:46 | Comments
One hundred nineteen years ago, June 7, 1907 By Mike Watson More than a century ago, the worst natural disaster ever to occur in Adair County, up to that date, struck on Friday night, June 7, 1907, when a cloudburst sent a wall of water roaring down Big Creek and its tributaries and through the hamlet of Gradyville, literally washing away most of the town and claiming the lives of 20 citizens, a staggering blow for such a closely-knit community. This event should not and will not be forgotten. When the flood came, the night was dark and ominous: the clouds in the west were black and heavy, and charged with electricity, yet few gave it serious consideration. The inhabitants of the town retired to rest as usual, and were soon asleep. About the hour of ten o'clock those living near the stream were suddenly awakened by the sounds of rushing water and the crash of timber against their homes and outbuildings. Before there was time to think, much less to act, the furniture was floating in the rooms, and some of the houses were torn to pieces, or washed away. Some of the inmates of the houses were probably swept away before they knew the imminent danger. Those on higher ground were aroused from their slumber, but little relief could be given. They could only look out through the darkness while the rushing, angry water did its work of destruction and death. When morning came, a scene of desolation was presented, the like of which had never been seen here. Houses had disappeared, carrying all the inhabitants with them, and where they were not removed, were surrounded with logs, rails, brush and debris, which had been brought from up stream. Those who lost their lives: Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-06-08 09:33:36 | Comments | See topic Gradyville Flood Special Issue
Homecoming and VBS at Bethlehem Separate Baptist Church From Dylan Gentry Bethlehem Separate Baptist Church invites the community to two upcoming special events in June:
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CACFD: Structure fire on Rooks Denton Road From Grant Loy, Public Information Officer Columbia Adair County Fire Department The Columbia Adair County Fire Department was dispatched at approximately 15:08 hours Saturday afternoon, June 6, 2026, to 1188 Rooks Denton Road on a report of a structure fire. Upon arrival, firefighters found a shed-style structure fully engulfed in flames. Firefighters then initiated an attack on the fire and were able to contain the fire to the structure. The cause of this fire is unknown at this time. There were two firefighters checked out by Adair County EMS. They refused to be transported at the time of the incident. There were 8 firefighters on scene for approximately two hours. Mutual Aid was provided by Russell Springs Fire Rescue. Other agencies that assisted included the Adair County E911 Center, Adair County Ambulance Service, and Taylor County RECC. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-06-08 09:26:19 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Food distribution at Old Concord Community Church From Crystal Dillingham Old Concord Community Church will be having a food distribution from 9amCT to 11amCT on Saturday, June 13, 2026. Food is distributed on a first come-first served basis. Old Concord Community Church is located at 5996 Fairplay Rd., Columbia, KY. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-06-08 09:23:44 | Comments | See topic Church News
Lindsey Wilson University community welcoming Class of 2030 By Duane Bonifer The Lindsey Wilson University community welcomed the first two installments of the Class of 2030 on Friday and Saturday, June 5-6, 2026. More than 350 students, parents and family friends were on campus for the first two days of New Student Orientation, which will be held three more times this summer. The half-day session introduces new students to campus life and allows them to finalize their enrollment for the 2026-27 school year, which includes completing a class schedule. The 2026 fall semester begins August 24, 2026, for undergraduate students on the university's A.P. White Campus. "Everyone at the university gets so excited for New Student Orientation days," said Lindsey Wilson Dean of Students Chris Schmidt. "You can see and feel the excitement from the incoming freshmen and their families. It's one of their many days at Lindsey they will never forget." Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-06-07 18:54:57 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University Birthdays and Anniversaries for June 10 Happy Anniversary, Eddie and Tiffany Kessler (2010) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Mr. and Mrs. Scott Guffey | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Sheila Ann & Frankie Burton (1973) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Courtney Janes | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Debbie Bennett (1967) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Janie Curry | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Joseph Bryant (1989) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Joyce Luster | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Julita Spoon | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Lisa Lasley | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Marsha Walker | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Patricia Burton, (1955) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Shelby Franklin (1998) | (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.
Vacation Bible School starts June 8 at New Hope SBC From Rita Neat Please join us for Vacation Bible School: Junkyard Redemption at New Hope Separate Baptist Church from 6:30pmCT to 8:30pmCT Monday, June 8, 2026, through June 12, 2026. There will be classes for all ages! New Hope Separate Baptist Church is located at 10706 Liberty Road, Columbia, KY. Pastor Casey Davis. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-06-07 18:48:34 | Comments | See topic Church News
Ande Slinker graduates from Gatton Academy One Metcalfe County student, Anderson Leea Slinker, recently graduated from the Gatton Academy of Mathematics and Science's Class of 2026. The Gatton Academy is a prestigious, state-funded residential high school for gifted students located on the campus of Western Kentucky University. This year's group is the academy's nineteenth graduating class and includes students from 36 counties across the commonwealth, according to the press release from the school. Ande is the daughter of Todd and Leea Martin Slinker, and the granddaughter of Mike and Sally Martin and Clay and the late Jenny Carol Slinker, all of Metcalfe County. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-06-07 01:32:04 | Comments | See topic Education
Business training is offered by Adair Tourism Adair County Tourism is hosting a Summer Series to Grow Your Business. This will be a hands-on working series designed to help local businesses improve marketing, branding. and costumer experience one day each month from June through September, 2026. Each meeting will be held from11:30am to 12:30pmCT and will combine both lunch and training. The dates are: June 18th - Session 1: AI for small businesses July 16th - Session 2: TikTok & Short-Form Video August 20th - Session 3: Canva September 17th - Session 4: Hospitality that brings people back Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-06-07 00:31:40 | Comments | See topic Local Government
Preparing for Mark Twain Storytelling Festival Columbia's Mark Twain Storytelling Festival will open with a reception at 5:30pmCT on Friday, June 19, 2026, at the W.W. Slider Humanities Center on the campus of Lindsey Wilson University, and continue on June 20, 2026, with speakers, activities, food trucks, t-shirts, and more. If you'd like to read some of Twain's works to start getting in the spirit, Project Gutenberg offers hundreds of options. Free EPUB3 files can be sent directly to your Kindle, Kobo, Nook, etc., or downloaded to read on your computer, tablet, or phone. A selection of the titles by Mark Twain at Project Gutenberg include:
You can also download The Entire Project Gutenberg Works of Mark Twain by Mark Twain in a single file. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-06-06 11:21:59 | Comments | See topic Books 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 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. 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. 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 Wednesday, June 10, 2026:
KSP: Fatal collision on KY 206 in Adair County From Trooper Jonathan Houk Kentucky State Police (KSP) Post 15 Troopers were requested by the Adair County Sheriff's Office to respond to a two-vehicle injury collision just before 10:30amCT yesterday morning, June 5, 2026, on KY 206 in Adair County. The preliminary investigation revealed that a 17-year-old juvenile was traveling west on KY 206 in a 2019 Chevrolet Equinox. The juvenile crossed the centerline and entered the eastbound lane of KY 206 into the path of a 2007 Terex C13 concrete truck traveling east on KY 206, operated by Curtis Bell, 22, of Columbia. The vehicles collided head-on. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-06-06 11:00:17 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Physicist playing with poetry Dr. Ben Arnold has been preparing to publish his first book of poetry, titled "Over the Ditches", sometime in 2026. Ben says he's written the poems over more than 50 years, each dated with place and time. Recently, he has started experimenting with an AI App to set his poems to music, and posting the songs to streaming platforms such as YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Music. You can see and hear the results on his YouTube channel, DrArnold. One of the songs has been noticed by a publishing group from Nashville, Diamond Garden Music, and the group has contracted with Ben to add two of his works, 'Aristotle's Butterfly' and 'I forgive Only if Your Breath is within Me', to their next promotional album, Route 66. Promotional albums are sent to singers seeking licensable songs to perform. Over the years, Diamond Garden has provided songs for Nashville legends such as Merle Haggard, Charley Pride, Waylon Jennings, and Dolly Parton. Route 66 will be recorded in Nashville, and is planned for a Fall 2026 release. Ben says he is having fun and "has no illusions of them being licensed, but who knows? My dad always said, 'You can't catch a fish unless your line is in the water.'" Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-06-06 10:32:00 | Comments | See topic Local Arts Scene
Letter: Agree about Frog Legs Donna Rieder writes: I got quite a few chuckles while reading Carol Perkins' article "Frog Legs." I must agree with her, the thought of eating frog legs is just downright disgusting, in my opinion. Not to mention the horrific deaths those poor things suffer: their legs are chopped off and the rest of the frog bleeds to death. Gross.Comments re: Carol Perkins: Frog Legs Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-06-06 10:06:37 | Comments | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback Last 10 Posted Obituaries:
Remembrances for June 10 In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Mildred Elizabeth Cary Shelley, 93, Burkesville, KY (1919) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Katherine Corbin Montgomery, Gradyville (1918-2009) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ronald Gene Lawson, Cumberland County, KY (1961-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Logan Smith, Green County, KY (1952-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Imogene Spurling, Mannsville, KY (1935-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Michael Bruce Reinersman, Cumberland County, KY (1958-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rosella Reeves, 80, Green Co., KY native (1939-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Janet Sue Ford Foster, Columbia, KY (1951-2020) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Robert Wayne (Rabbit) Hale, Russell Co., KY (1958) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Brenda J. West, Russell Co., KY (1959) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Emma Jean Garrett Phipps, Taylor Co., KY (1949) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Gladys C. Thomas, Casey Co., KY (1915) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Welby Warren, Adair Co., KY (1914) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Evelyn Henry Rice, 105, formerly of Campbellsville, KY (1907) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lester (Doodler) Roy, Casey Co., KY (1937-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jason David Cooper, 31, formerly of Russell Co., KY (1982-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Roger D. Cooper, 68, Russell Co., KY (1945-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Monica M. Rhymer, Russell Springs, KY (1979-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In memory birthday, Vanda Bloyd Simpson, Green Co. KY (1920-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Clara E. Jones, Adair Co >., KY (1915-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Patricia Ann Burton, 60, Adair County, KY (1955-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lucas Edwards, Campbellsville, KY (1962-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Danny S. Smith, 63, Russell Co., KY (1953-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Melvin Pike , 75, Taylor County, KY (1941-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rudell Cochran Johnson, 83, Casey County, KY (1933-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Lula Bell Scott Thurman, Cumberland Co., KY (1949-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Norman George, 72, Adair County, KY (1944-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Phillip Wayne York, 66, Bryan, Russell Co., KY (1951-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Edith Mae Wilkinson, Adair Co., KY native (1938-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) in Memory Birthday, Aaron Walton Ratliff, 79, Green County, KY (1938-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Rickie Booher, 63, Burkesville, KY (1954-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bruce Rule, 63, Elk Horn, KY(1954-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jeanetta Marie Turner Petty, 81, Adair County, KY (1937-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Richard Allen Baldwin, Columbia, KY (1933-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Barbara Ann Wright Miller, 86, Campbellsville, KY (1935-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jacklyn (Jackie) Beth Durham, 33, Campbellsville, KY (1977-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James R. Morgan, 80, Columbia, KY (1944-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James Ray (Butch) Smith, 74, Edmonton, KY (1946-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jennifer Gail Rakes, 48, Campbellsville, KY (1974-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kevin Dean Mings, 53, Campbellsville, KY (1967-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lola Mae Sublett Knifley, 89, Campbellsville, KY (1932-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Randall Floyd Brown, 54, Bowling Green, KY (1968-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Robert H. Hadley, Sr., 82, Adair Co., KY native (1940-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Roberta Marie Callahan, 88, Demossville, KY (1932-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) |
 
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