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Millerfield BIC Church Homecoming is Oct 18

From Kayla Hadley

Millerfield BIC Church will hold homecoming services at 10amCT on Sunday, October 18, 2026. Chloe and Kolton will be singing, and we'll enjoy a wonderful time of worship and fellowship together. A meal will follow the service!

Millerfield BIC Church is located at 1891 Millerfield Rd, Columbia, KY.


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2026-10-13 07:26:11 | Comments | See topic Church News


Morning sky above Good Shepherd Church


2026-10-13 - Columbia, KY - Photo by Josh Brockman.
Josh Brockman sent a video of this early morning discovery and writes, "Left Adair Schools Campus this morning around 5:40 a.m.  after morning run and saw what I later found out was Space X rocket launched this morning from Florida." In his video he explains how it can be seen moving forward across the sky, to the left in this screen shot.


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Oct 21 LWU SnackChat will explore Appalachian Cryptids

By Duane Bonifer

Creatures that go bump in the night as well as in the woods will be the topic of the next "SnackChat" at Lindsey Wilson University.

English professor Harold Bosstick will help audience members get into the spirit of Halloween when he discusses Appalachian cryptids at 2pmCT on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, in the Thomas D. Clark Reading Room of the Katie Murrell A. Library.

"SnackChat" is free and open to the public, and it will include light snacks and refreshments.

Cryptids are animals or creatures that people believe exist, even if their existence has not been proven or documented by scientists. Some better known cryptids are Bigfoot, who has reported to have wandered into Southcentral Kentucky; the Kentucky Dogman, also known as the Beast of the Land Between the Lakes; and the wicked half-goat, half-man Pope Lick Monster, also known as the Louisville Goatman.

During his October 21 presentation, Bosstick will discuss lesser known cryptids, including the Flatwoods humanoid of West Virginia, the extraterrestrial Hopkinsville goblins of 1955 -- also known as the Kelly Green Men Case -- and the hideous but innocuous squonk of Pennsylvania and the Pocono Mountains.


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2026-10-13 07:21:45 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University

Current Local Conditions
Adair: 89 F
Casey: 88 · Cumberland: 90 · Green: 89
Metcalfe: 87 · Russell: 89 · Taylor: 89
Updated at 4:30pm Tuesday, October 13, 2026
  High/Low: 91 F / 60 F
SLP: 1013.4
Wind: WSW at 5
Dewpoint: 53 F
Relative Humidity: 29.97%
Precipitation: 0 in. today

Kentucky Mesonet Links:
Adair Co. - Casey Co. - Cumberland Co. - Green Co. - Metcalfe Co. - Russell Co. - Taylor Co.

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


Blakey Quartet to sing at Kelleyville Community Church

From Linda Tucker

The Blakey Quartet from Jamestown will be singing at Kelleyville Community Church at 10:30amCT on Sunday, October 18, 2026.

Bro Matt Pendleton and congregation invite everyone to attend. Kelleyville Community Church is located at 77 Kellyville Rd., Columbia, KY.


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2026-10-13 07:17:14 | Comments | See topic Church News


Lindsey Wilson University Safe Halloween is Oct 30

By Duane Bonifer

Area children and their families will get to encounter the world of Minions, travel to the galaxies of the "Star Wars" saga and meet Disney princesses at this year's Lindsey Wilson University "Safe Halloween."

The annual Halloween event -- which is free and open to the public -- will be held from 6pmCT to 9pmCT on Friday, October 30, 2026.

This year's "Safe Halloween," which will be held for the 32nd consecutive year, will begin in the university's Doris and Bob Holloway Health & Wellness Center, 299 Williams St., where children and their family members will be led by a Lindsey Wilson escort through residence halls, which will be decorated in themes based on various children's and young adolescent stories.


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2026-10-13 07:12:37 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University

Events scheduled for today, October 13, 2026
All events are listed in Central Time. | Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
7:00amCTCPD Bullying Prevention Month
The Columbia Police Department will visit the libraries of Adair County Schools today to donate books focused on bullying prevention, kindness, respect, and positive relationships. (ID:71275 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
9:00amCTAdair Food Pantry, 203 South Monroe Street, Columbia, KY
Open 9am-12pmCT, Contact: Michele Fruth, Director, 270-250-5432 (ID:71242 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
NoonCTChamber of Commerce meeting
Lee Ann Jessee, Library Director, will share all the wonderful events happening at the Adair Co. Public Library. Then, Hosparus of Green River will provide an update on all the new things taking place with them (ID:71225 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
3:00pmCTServices for Jim Richards, 90, Adair Co., KY native (1936-2026)
WKU E. A. Diddle Arena, 1605 Avenue of Champions, Bowling Green, KY (ID:71314 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
5:30pmCT4-H Dog Club meeting (ID:71315 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
4-H Rabbit and Poultry Club meeting (ID:71316 | 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.

Lindsey Wilson University Safe Halloween is Oct 30


2026-10-13 - Columbia, KY - Photo courtesy Lindsey Wilson University.
Lindsey Wilson University's 32nd "Safe Halloween" will be held from from 6pmCT to 9pmCT on Friday, October 30, 2026. The event will begin at the university's Doris and Bob Holloway Health & Wellness Center, 299 Williams St., Columbia, KY.


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General Fund and Road Fund receipts for Sept 2026

Frankfort, KY - State Budget Director John Hicks reported today that General Fund receipts grew 11.3 percent in September with revenues of $1.67 billion. Collections for the month exceeded last September's total by $169.3 million. So far this fiscal year (FY27), General Fund revenues have increased 12.8 percent.

The Consensus Forecasting Group (CFG), the body that estimates state revenues, recently updated the official General Fund revenue estimates for FY27 and FY28, which calls for revenue to increase 5.7 percent compared to FY26 receipts. Based on September's official revenue estimate, General Fund revenues must grow 3.6 percent over the remainder of the fiscal year to meet the official estimate. To meet the original budget estimate, revenues would need to decline by 4.6 percent the rest of the year.


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2026-10-13 07:09:55 | Comments | See topic Kentucky



Verify your registration at: GOVOTEKY
Registration Deadline is October 5, 2026, at 4pm.


Excused in-person absentee voting begins Oct 21

Excused In-Person Absentee voting will be available from 8amCT to 4pmCT daily on October 21, 22, 23, and October 26, 27, and 28, 2026, in the Adair County Clerks Office, 424 Public Square, Suite 3, Columbia, KY.

Voters otherwise eligible to vote on election day are eligible to vote an in-person absentee ballot during the six (6) business days immediately before the last Thursday occurring before election day if they meet one (1) of the following requirements:


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2026-10-12 19:40:09 | Comments | See topic Politics


4-H Rabbit and Poultry Club meets Oct 13

The 4-H Rabbit and Poultry Club will have its next meeting at 5:30pmCT on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at the Adair County Cooperative Extension Service located at 409 Fairground Street, Columbia, KY.

Youth will learn about the art of showing rabbits and poultry as well as other aspects of the industries. There is a potential for District and State level competition. Each youth must complete 6 educational hours annually.

More info at events.mgcafe.uky.edu/events/adair.


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2026-10-12 19:32:54 | Comments | See topic Adair Co. Extension Service


Scenic Adair Co.: October 12 Sunset


2026-10-12 - Adair Co., KY - Photo by Tommy Bailey.
Photographer Tommy Bailey captured these lovely colors in the sunset over Eastern Adair County on Monday evening, October 12, 2026.


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4-H Dog Club meets Oct 13

The 4-H Dog Club will have its next meeting at 5:30pmCT on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at the Adair County Cooperative Extension Service located at 409 Fairground Street, Columbia, KY.

Youth will learn about all aspects of dogs and learn how to train their dogs. There are different activities and projects that youth will have the opportunity to participate in.

More info at events.mgcafe.uky.edu/events/adair.


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2026-10-12 19:30:16 | Comments | See topic Adair Co. Extension Service


KY Afield Video: Cumberland River Trout, Bobby Gentry, more


On this week's Kentucky Afield, floating the Cumberland River for rainbow, brown, and brook trout alongside Troy Humphrey, revisiting a great fishing trip with a great guy, the late Bobby Gentry... and in the truck with biologist conducting a deer study.


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2026-10-12 19:25:29 | Comments | See topic Ky Afield Outdoors

Pumpkin Trail contest open to everyone

Earlier on CM: Jim Blair Pumpkin Trail 2026 starts Oct 16

Local residents are ready to turn ordinary pumpkins into something spooky, funny or simply unusual for the Jim Blair Pumpkin Trail contest. Individuals, families, businesses and organizations can decorate pumpkins and help fill the grounds with a colorful collection of fall creations. First place will receive $150 in cash, while the second-place winner will take home $75 and third place will receive $25.

Pumpkins can be scary, humorous, colorful or completely original, and there is also a little money on the line for those whose creativity catches the attention of visitors.


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2026-10-12 18:18:48 | Comments


Three golfers head to KHSAA State Tourney

The Adair County Lady Indians golf team turned in a strong performance at the 2026 Region Tournament, shooting a team score of 334 to finish fourth overall. The team's performance also resulted in three Lady Indians qualifying for the KHSAA State Golf Tournament.

Ila Loy turned in an outstanding round, tying for first place individually before falling short after four playoff holes against Taylor County's Kenzi England.


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2026-10-12 18:11:42 | Comments | See topic Education


Congratulations to golfers qualifying for State Tournament


2026-10-12 - Columbia, KY - Photo from The Ad.
Congratulations to Ila Loy, Ashley Loy, Laney Inchcliff on qualifying for the state tournament! The Adair County Lady Indians golf team turned in a strong performance at the 2026 Region Tournament, shooting a team score of 334 to finish fourth overall. The team's performance resulted in three Lady Indians qualifying for the KHSAA State Golf Tournament.


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Knifley's Giles cabin is a famous landmark

One of Adair County's most picturesque fall traditions returned on the first Saturday in October when the annual Janice Holt and Henry Giles Arts and Crafts Festival welcomed visitors to the historic Giles Cabin.

The festival brings together arts and crafts, food, music, history and literature on the grounds of the log home at 380 Spout Springs Road. Proceeds and donations help the Janice Holt and Henry Giles Society preserve the historic property and continue sharing the story of two writers whose work carried a piece of rural Kentucky to readers around the world.

Janice Holt Giles and her husband, Henry, created their home between 1945 and 1949 from logs salvaged from four pioneer-era structures dating from roughly 1800 to 1850.


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2026-10-12 18:06:55 | Comments | See topic Local Arts Scene


Call now to get a Drive Through Christmas spot

From Columbia Mayor Pam Hoots

The City of Columbia has started preparations for the 2026 Christmas season. We will be starting on preliminary decorations at various parks on the next few weeks.

We will be having our 6th annual Drive Through Christmas at the Joe Johnson Little League Park located on Doc Walker Road off of Industrial Park Road. If any individual, business, group, or organization would like to setup a display this year, please contact City Hall by calling 270-384-2501 to leave your name and contact number.

"We hope that the community will enjoy the holiday decorations we have planned this year," stated Mayor Hoots.


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2026-10-12 13:01:06 | Comments | See topic Christmas

Birthdays and Anniversaries for October 13
Happy Anniversary, Charles and Nadine Giles | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Ralph and Glinda Waggener | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Red and Fran Burris (1967) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Chad Barnett (1970) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Courtney Roy | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Isaac Petty | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, James Walker | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jordan Hale (2004) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jordan Moss (1989) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Joseph Harrison (1987) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Mark Franklin | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Maxine Wilson | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Pam Hale | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Shelly Yarberry (1974) | (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.

Downtown Days 2026 Photo Contest winners

From Mike Watson

The Downtown Days 2026 Photography Contest sponsored by the Adair Genealogy & History Research Center brought local photographers into the spotlight. Images capturing Adair County's cultural and emotional atmosphere, connectedness, community familiarity and slower pace of life where all represented in this year's entries.

Winners were chosen by a panel of three photographers and artists based on the photograph's portrayal of people, places, and things best representing Columbia and Adair County.

Amateur Category:
  • First Place - Entry #21: Brian Alexander, Title: Eli Enjoying the Fair
  • Second Place - Entry #24: Mike Hamlett, Title: Sunrise/Sunset
  • Third Place - Entry #19: Carolyn Cowan, Title: Back up the Hill
  • Honorable Mention - #8: Cynthia Ward, Title: Holmes Bend Guardian
Professional Category:
  • First Place - Entry #30: Chris Cavanaugh, Title: Spruce Pine Road
  • Second Place - Entry #25: Chris Cavanaugh, Title: Dandelion
  • Third Place - Entry #1: Chris Cavanaugh, Title: White Oak, Green River Lake
Crowd Favorite--voted upon by the community: #18 Harper Martin, Title: Rare Leucistic Hummingbird

Congratulations to all the winners and a special thank you to all who participated. Remember to keep taking those photographs and we will see you again next year.


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2026-10-12 12:57:35 | Comments

LWU DFA Audrey Price to appear on Education Matters

By Duane Bonifer

Lindsey Wilson University Director of Financial Aid Audrey Price will appear on the upcoming broadcast of a Kentucky Educational Television show about college and financial aid.

Price will appear on the KET show "Education Matters," which is scheduled to air for the first time at 8pmCT on Monday, October 12, 2026. It is scheduled to be broadcast 14 more times in October on the KET networks.

Hosted by KET anchor Kelsey Starks, the show features Price along with three fellow financial aid experts: University of Kentucky Associate Director of Assessment, Compliance and Training Bob Fultz; Owensboro Community & Technical College Director of Financial Aid Rosa Gogel; and Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority Northwestern Kentucky Outreach Counselor Connor Vogt.

During the hourlong program, the four panelists will explain the true cost of a college education, outline financial options available to students and families, and demystify the notion that a college education has become out of reach for most families.


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2026-10-12 10:49:47 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University


Let the pumpkin decorating beging at Jim Blair Park


2026-10-12 - Columbia, KY - Photo from Mig Feuser, Adair Progress.
For those hoping to take home the $150 first-place prize, let the work begin for the annual Jim Blair Park and Recreation Center's Pumpkin Trail. Pumpkins can be scary, humorous, colorful or completely original, and there's a little money on the line for those whose creativity catches the attention of visitors who cast their votes.


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Leadership Kentucky accepting ELEVATE 2027 applications

From Carrie Truitt

Frankfort, KY - Leadership Kentucky, one of the oldest and most prestigious statewide leadership development programs in the United States, is now accepting applications for the ELEVATE Kentucky Class of 2027.

ELEVATE Kentucky is a three-session program that offers young professionals (average age 25-35) in-depth personal and professional development while fostering a better understanding of the strengths and challenges facing the Commonwealth. ELEVATE participants return to their organizations with newly developed skills, knowledge, perspective, and a new statewide professional network. Program graduates are better prepared to be catalysts in their organizations and communities to ELEVATE Kentucky.

During each of the three-day sessions, class members will hear from thought-provoking Kentucky leaders, learn about challenges and opportunities facing our state, while they gain insights about their personal leadership abilities. In addition, participants will attend panel discussions, participate in experiential learning opportunities, and gain increased regional and statewide perspective while visiting different regions in Kentucky. Sessions will be held in Pikeville, Owensboro, and Central/Northern Kentucky, running from April through June in 2027.

Applications for the Class of 2027 will be available online until December 11, 2026, at www.leadershipky.org.


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2026-10-12 10:47:55 | Comments

CFR: Firefighters responded to smoke conditions at TRH

From Chris Taylor, Chief
Executive Director Fire-Rescue-EMS, Campbellsville Fire-Rescue

Campbellsville Fire Rescue was dispatched to a report of a working fire with the MRI machine at Taylor Regional Hospital on Old Lebanon Road in Campbellsville early Sunday morning.

Upon arrival firefighters found no fire conditions but mild smoke conditions isolated to the MRI electrical room. Firefighters used thermal imaging devices to find an overheated MRI chiller motor that had overheated with no exposure to the facility. This was related to intermittent power issues related to ongoing storm conditions.

Once the issue was isolated, crews ventilated the structure with positive pressure ventilation. No civilian or firefighter's injuries were reported. No hospital evacuations had to occur and situation was mitigated quickly.

MRI fires can be particularly dangerous situation, but thankfully TRH and CFD train annually on MRI emergencies just for this situation!


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2026-10-12 10:45:05 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports

What's Cooking in Columbia Today
Click restaurant names for hours, directions, and prices.

Fiesta Mexico of Columbia
819 Jamestown St., Columbia KY. 270-384-6004. Hrs.: 10:30amCT daily; Sun, 11amCT
Authentic Mexican Restaurant
Tuesday Special: Quesadilla Verde Grilled flour tortilla stuffed with chicken or beef with cheese served with rice, lettuce, tomato & quacamole. $8.50

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

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

--Roy Ayala


Black Stallion Steakhouse
202 Will Walker Rd., Columbia, KY. 270-380-1800. Open seven days a week 11am to 10pmCT.
Nonsmoking. Credit cards accepted. Private rooms available. Full Bar Seating, Beer & Wine, 7-days a week

Black Stallion is open today from 11amCT to 9pmCT!
Steaks & Ribs, Seafood, Chicken, Combinations and Vegetarian Platters, Sides, Salads, Soups, Sandwiches, Wraps, Burgers

Click here to read our menu


Happy Hawg BBQ
114 Jamestown Street, Columbia, KY. 270-585-4671. Open from 10:30amCT to 5pmCT Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. Mastercard, Visa, and Discover accepted.
New Menu for Fall 2026!
Get plates or sandwiches with shoulder, pulled pork, pulled chicken, ribeye & brisket, hot dogs, chili dogs, chuck wagon, catfish, richie rich burgers, pork burgers, df burgers (dipped in hot sauce), slaw burgers, philly cheese steak sandwiches, or smoked bologna. Sides include baked beans, potato salad, slaw, vinegar slaw, grilled cabbage, and mac & cheese. There's also sweets and snacks on the new menu.
Randy Young, owner


Betty's Country Cooking
MENU | 2339 Campbellsville RD, Columbia, KY (MAP) Phone 270-384-5664 | Non-smoking. Breakfast served anytime. Credit Cards accepted.
Betty's is open on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 6amCT to 8pmCT, and on Sunday from 8amCT to 3pmCT


Acapulco Authentic Mexican Grill
Columbia - Russell Springs - Nancy | Offering excellent, authentic Mexican food 7-days-a-week. Express specials five days a week, plus appetizers salads, soups, a children's menu and desserts!
Try a dinner combination and choose from beef, pork, chicken, or seafood, or select a vegetarian combination anytime.

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


Adair County Schools
Adair Co. School District, Dayna Parnell, Director of Food Services, 270-384-2476
ACES and ACPC menu for October 13, 2026:
Breakfast: Chicken and Waffles
Lunch: Sausage or bacon, gravy, biscuit, hashbrown, yogurt cup, fresh fruit options

ACMS menu for October 13, 2026:
Breakfast: Chicken and Waffles
Lunch: Bacon, gravy, biscuit, hashbrown, yogurt cup, fresh fruit options

ACHS menu for October 13, 2026:
Breakfast: Chicken and Waffles
Lunch: Bacon, gravy, biscuit, hashbrown, yogurt cup, fresh fruit options


Adair Senior Citizens Center
901 Hudson Street, Columbia, KY 42728. 8amCT to 2pmCT Monday through Friday. Phone 270-380-1899. JoAnn Smith, Director.
Menu for Tuesday, October 13, 2026:
Pinto beans, seasoned greens, cornbread, margarine, grapes, milk



LWU students mix Klimt, Matisse for public art installation

By Duane Bonifer

Lindsey Wilson University students in an art class are showing what happens when you mix the styles of Gustav Klimt and Henri Matisse, and invite the community to contribute their ideas.

The students, who are part of art professor Kristyne Gilbert's "Studio Drawing" class, are creating a public art installation on the lower level of the W.W. Slider Humanities Center based on the styles of the two late-19th century artists.

Lindsey Wilson students, faculty and staff, along with members of the public, are invited to contribute to the installation by dropping by the lower level of the Slider Center between 8amCT and 4pmCT Monday-Friday through Saturday, October 24, 2026.


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2026-10-12 10:37:43 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University

Share the Road during National Pedestrian Safety Month

From Marla Marrs/Naitore Djigbenou

Frankfort, KY - October is National Pedestrian Safety Month, and Team Kentucky is reminding all travelers to stay alert and practice safe habits as they share the road.

"Staying safe on the road is a shared responsibility," said Gov. Andy Beshear. "Kentuckians can help save lives by looking out for one another. When traveling, please give yourself time, stay focused, and make safety the priority."

Safe walking and driving habits are especially important at night, which comes earlier through the fall and winter months. Last year in Kentucky, 76% of the 89 pedestrian deaths occurred after dark. So far this year, there have been 57 pedestrian deaths, 40 of which occurred after dark.

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet's (KYTC) Office of Highway Safety (KOHS) is partnering with NHTSA to promote safe driving and walking tips throughout October to improve safety for everyone on the road:


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2026-10-11 20:09:17 | Comments

ACHS 2026 Football Homecoming royalty


2026-10-12 - Columbia, KY - Photo from Mackenzie Bennett Photography.
Katie Kean was crowned the 2026 Adair County High School Football Homecoming Queen recently on the new ACHS Football field. Katie represented the FFA Chapter and was escorted by Branson Minton (center). Macy Mann, representing HOSA, was First Runner-Up and was escorted by Casen Carter (at left). Malanna Buton, representing FBLA, was Second Runner-Up and was escorted by Hudson Hadley (at right).


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Silent City Tour is Monday, October 12

From Mike Watson

The Annual Silent City tour of the Columbia Cemetery--the 20th anniversary--is scheduled for 5pmCT on Monday, October 12, 2026. We have a great lineup for this Tour with the following individuals portraying interesting residents of the cemetery. The presenters at the six stops on this amazing tour will be:
  • Dave Thomas
  • LeeAnn Jessee
  • Annita Dial
  • Richard Phelps
  • Mike Watson
  • Introducing: Tabitha Morgan, Amy Thomas and Renea Watson
The Columbia Cemetery was established prior to the year 1812 and was outside the limits of town. Over the past two centuries land has been acquired and the cemetery expanded. Many individuals were interred here, all with interesting stories that could be told. We touch upon just a handful of these individuals each October.

The first Silent City Tour was organized by the Adair County Genealogical Society with assistance of the Adair County Public Library in 2007, and we have not missed a single year--including during the pandemic era. There is no charge for any of our tours--the public is always encouraged to attend.

We ask that guests park at the Adair County Public Library parking lot [307 Greensburg Street], or along the route to the cemetery. We traditionally meet, sign in, then stroll as a group to the beginning point of the Tour. For those with mobility issues, park at the Justice Center parking lot or the Farmer's Market lot and walk up to the Old Section of the cemetery with those who walk from the library.

The Tour usually lasts about an hour. We then invite everyone to return back to the Research Center from whence the procession began and enjoy refreshments and take an opportunity to converse with the presenters.

For more information, call 270-380-1024.


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2026-10-11 20:03:00 | Comments | See topic Mike Watson - History


Remembrances for October 13
In Memory Birthday Nora Cecil, Taylor Co., KY (1923) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday Francis C. Burnham, Taylor Co., KY (1920) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Linda Sue Barnsfeather, 59, Columbus, IN/Adair Co. KY (1949-2009) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Henry Duvall, Adair Co., KY (1925) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, for James Emmanuel Abell, Adair Co., KY (1921) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mary J. Beard, formerly of Adair Co., KY | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Joseph Lynn Holtzclaw, Adair Co., KY (1955) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Virginia "Sis" Curry Childers, Taylor Co., KY (1922) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jerry D. Passmore, Russell Springs, KY (1990) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Gary D. Branham, Cumberland Co., KY (1955) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ruby Ethel Warren, Knifley, KY (1922) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, William McClellan Wooldridge, Green Co., KY native (1936) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Stephen Woods, Casey County, KY (1968-2012) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, James A. Gaskin, Russell County, KY (1929) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mary Louis Helm, Adair County, KY (1947) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Kathryn F. Foley, 65, Russell County, KY (1947-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Marianna Mayorga Stargel, Russell Co., KY (1954-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Raymond L. Dillingham, Adair County, KY (1964-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Vickie Foster Pelly, Crab Orchard, KY (1943-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory BIrthday, Richard (Junior) Smither, Casey Co., KY (1941-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bobbie Jo Pegg, Adair County, KY (1950-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Harold Mitchum (Mitch) Harvey, Adair Co., KY (1942-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Juanita Loy Young, 95, Adair Co., KY (1918-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Tim Cox, Taylor County, KY (1958-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In memory birthday, Maxine Shirley, Summer Shade, KY (1940-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ida Mae Wheeler, Adair Co., KY (1932-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
in Memory Birthday, Carl Monday, 75, Casey Co., KY (1940-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Hildred L. (Pete) Jessie, 76, Edmonton, KY (1939-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Miss Evie Faith Glover, infant, Campbellsville, KY (13 Oct 2016 - 23 Oct 2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Richard M. (Buster) French , 81, Taylor County, KY (1935-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lee Ann Newby Frink, 84, Cumberland Co., KY (1932-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mary Lola Skaggs, Russell Co., KY (1933-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, David Cable, 65, Taylor County, KY (1951-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Eva Close Sallee Bowman, Taylor Co./Green Co., KY native (1920-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Charles Douglas Whitley, 40, Taylor Co., KY (1977-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Dorothy Murray, Glensfork, KY (1927-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Anthony D. (Boo) Mitchell, 60, Taylor Co., KY native (1962-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Gerald Lee Keltner, Greensburg, KY (1957-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Harold Ray Warren, 83, Columbia, KY (1938-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Kathryn Ann Mignault, 79, Columbia, KY (1942-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Norman D. Christie, Sr., 90, Campbellsville, KY (1931-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Pansy Spears Wagoman, 98, Burkesville, KY (1918-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Paul B. Helm, 62, Columbia, KY (1963-2026) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ronald Frank (R.D.) Dicken, 68, Campbellsville, KY (1952-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, William Tony Staley, 61, Burkesville, KY (1959-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Wilma Geneva Priddy Shuffett, 89, Green County, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)

 

































 
 
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