Example of scam message
2026-05-06 - Columbia, KY - Photo courtesy Columbia Police Department
The graphic above was part of a fraudulent message received by a Columbia individual on May 6, 2026. CPD says, "This message is not legitimate and is part of a scam designed to obtain personal and financial information. Individuals who receive similar messages or believe they may have been targeted by this scam are encouraged to report the incident to local law enforcement." Comments | Permalink Luckey wears the new medallion
2026-05-06 - Columbia, KY - Photo courtesy Lindsey Wilson University
Lindsey Wilson University President William T. Luckey Jr., left, wears the newly minted presidential medallion designed by Lindsey Wilson art junior Tezon Mitchell of Greensburg, Kentucky. This is the first time the medallion has been redesigned since Luckey's inauguration as the eighth president more than 25 years ago. A new medallion was required after Lindsey Wilson College became Lindsey Wilson University on July 1, 2025. Comments | Permalink Students learn about City Government
2026-05-06 - Columbia, KY - Photo from Trey Stephens
On Tuesday, May 5, 2026, Columbia Mayor Pamela Hoots and the City of Columbia had the pleasure of hosting students from Lake Cumberland Head Start at City Hall. While at City Hall the students learned about city governance, what the Mayor does, and also learned about the Columbia Police Department. Comments | Permalink Older Photos