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Beachy Bradshaw Marcum, 97, Green County, KY

Beachy Bradshaw Marcum was born April 13, 1929, in Green County, KY to the late Howard Bradshaw and Kathleen McCubbin Bradshaw. She departed this life Sunday, October 4, 2026, in Taylor County, KY, having attained the age of ninety-seven years, five months and twenty-one days.

She had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of Brush Creek Baptist Church. She retired from Green Hill Manor Nursing Home. She was a Certified Nursing Assistant. She loved spending time with her family. She enjoyed music and playing the piano. She loved flowers and also loved to draw.


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2026-10-06 13:37:28 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

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Wanda Josephine Knight, Adair Co., KY native (1944-2026)



2026-10-06 - Louisville, KY - Photo courtesy Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home.
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Wanda Josephine Knight, Adair Co., KY native (1944-2026)

Wanda Josephine "Joey" Knight passed away on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at Baptist East in Louisville, surrounded by her daughters. She was 82 years old.

The funeral service will be held at 1pmCT on Friday, October 9, 2026, at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home, 210 Greensburg St., Columbia, KY.

A visitation will be held from 2pmET to 8pmET on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, at Owen Funeral Home, 5317 Dixie Highway, Louisville, KY.

The visitation in Columbia, will be from 9amCT to NoonCT on Friday, October 9, 2026, at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home.


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2026-10-06 10:06:29 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

How to spot a scam and what to do if you fall for it

By Evan Burton, Chief of Police
Columbia Police Department

I received the October 2026 issue of Kentucky Living magazine from Taylor County RECC this past weekend, and an article titled "How to Spot Scams: Pause, Check, Protect" by Kristen White caught my attention.

The article provides information about common scams we are seeing in 2026. Unfortunately, we are also seeing and hearing about citizens in Columbia and Adair County becoming victims of these types of scams.

If you receive this month's Kentucky Living magazine and have a few minutes, I definitely recommend taking the time to read this article. A little awareness can go a long way toward protecting yourself, your family, and your finances.

Learn more about how to stay safe from scams at https://stopscams.ky.gov.


2026-10-06 09:34:34 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports

ACSO: Georgia man arrested at Marina

From Sheriff Gary Roy
Adair County Sheriff's Office

On October 2, 2026, the Adair County Sheriff's Office received information that a fugitive from Cobb County, Georgia, was residing on a houseboat at Holmes Bend Marina.

Deputy Ricky Shirley located and arrested the man, Ajuan D. Lyles, from Marietta, GA, on the following charges:
  • False statement/written facts to government
  • Aggravated Cruelty to animals (2 counts)
Lyles will be extradited to Cobb County.


2026-10-06 09:31:06 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports

Words of Wisdom for October 6, 2026

From Miss Donna Rieder
"Life is like riding a bicycle; to keep your balance, you have to keep moving."

Donna Rieder's Clifty Creek Farm is located at 3190 White Oak Church Rd, Russell Springs, KY (visitors by appointment only). You can reach Donna by email at cliftycreekkikos@aol.com.


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Work Zone Driving Tips from KYTC

To help keep everyone safe in Kentucky's highway work zones, KYTC encourages all drivers to follow these tips:
  • Put the phone down: no life is worth a text or call
  • Slow down: obey posted work zone speed limits
  • Be alert: be prepared for sudden lane shifts and stopped traffic
  • Watch for workers: crews and equipment may be entering or exiting the roadway at any time
  • Obey flaggers/AFAD signals: obey all commands; stop and go only when signaled
  • Buckle up: every trip, every time
  • Be patient: a few extra minutes is worth a lifetime for the workers
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) deployed 50 additional Automated Flagger Assistance Devices (AFADs) statewide this summer to safely direct traffic and reduce worker hazards, and motorists should give the devices the same respect they give human flaggers by following their directions. Seven more speed enforcement cameras will also be placed in work zones across the state this year to encourage safe driving speeds where workers are present.


2026-10-06 09:24:34 | Comments | Printable version

Pre-Law Society helps LWU students chart path to law school

By Duane Bonifer

A group of Lindsey Wilson University undergraduate students is working with a professor to forge a clear path for students who want to attend law school.

In its second school year as a student organization, the Pre-Law Society was founded by Carlee Drury '27 to help give the university's aspiring lawyers -- or even students curious about the legal profession -- a place to gather and a source for information.

"It's a great way for all of us to come together," said Drury, who is a criminal justice and political science double major from Providence, Kentucky, and serves as chapter president.


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2026-10-06 09:21:26 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Lindsey Wilson University

Local officials confirm Arby's on Dohoney Trace

In an official statement, City Hall in Columbia has confirmed that Arby's will open their new location in the former Kentucky Fried Chicken building on Dohoney Trace.

The owners of the local Arby's will be doing renovations to the existing structure to accommodate the new restaurant, and plan on starting that process within a few weeks. The owner, Manish Malhotra, is excited about being involved in a new business in our community, and looks forward to meeting members of our town.

"We are excited about Arby's being in Columbia, and the partnership that they will have with our community and the continued growth in our town," stated Mayor Hoots. "We welcome Manish Malhotra and are looking forward to him becoming a part of Columbia."


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Birthdays and Anniversaries for October 6
Happy Anniversary, Bobby Collins and Iva Dean Collins (1958) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Tisha and Gary Crawford (2000) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Alan Leischner | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Alexandria Dawn "Lexi" Campbell (2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Betty Pearl Loy Murphy (1944) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Brandon Wayne Cowan | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Bruce Thompson | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Gregory Claywell, October 6, 2009 | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Janet Antle | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jennifer Ann Lewis | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Lance Coffey | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Miller Wade Young | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Zane McQueary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Earlene Holtzclaw Robertson, Russell County, KY (1930-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mary Elizabeth Long, Columbia, KY (1965-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Johnnie Sells, Burkesville, KY (1946-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Brad Oliver Maddox, Gabe, KY (1975-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lou Vera Wright, Greensburg, KY (1919-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Garland Wilson Harris, Magnolia, KY (1935-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, James Edward Whitlock, Jr., Taylor Co., KY (1956-2020) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jerry Ann Young Abell, Taylor Co., KY (1940-2020) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Buddy R. Norman, Liberty, KY (1940) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ruth Burris, Adair County, KY (1927) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Wendell Y. Curry, Green County, KY (1935) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Shelley Ray Smith, Cumberland Co., KY (1922-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Thomas Turner, Cumberland Co., KY (1947-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Pauline Parsons, Taylor County, KY (1918-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Phillip Dale Cochran Gabhart Casey County, KY (1941-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Paul William Clark, 62, Summer Shade, KY (1953-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Alice Murray, 77, Adair County, KY (1938-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Sherry Shearer, 45, Adair County, KY (1970-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Velma Abell Tungate, Taylor County, KY (1923-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ann Thomas Burchet, Russell Co., KY (1970-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Arthur G. (Art) Shields, Taylor Co., KY (1924-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mildred Dean (Billie) Clark Bagby, Green Co., KY (1930-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Marty Crabtree, 61, Russell County, KY (1956-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Stephen Dorris II, Louisville/formerly of Campbellsville, KY (1985-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Boyce Clinton (Bill) Whitlow, 88, Green Co., KY (1931-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Dixie Milby Marcum, 102, Green County, KY (1917-May 2, 2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Greg Nolley, 55, Campbellsville, KY (1966-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Gregory (Greg) D. Claywell, 56, Loves Park, IL (1964-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, James Howard Young, Edmonton, KY (1922-2016) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, John Thomas Robertson, 83, Burkesville, KY (1937-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mr. Howard Eugene (Butch) Garrett, Taylor Co., KY (1939-2016) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Phillip Ray Norman, 71, Liberty, KY (1951-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Tommy VanArsdale: (October 6, 1955-March 21, 2008) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Wayne M. Beebe, Sr., 78, Liberty, KY (1942-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Winifred D. (Winnie) Crump, Greensburg, KY (1936-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)

Events scheduled for Tuesday, October 6, 2026
All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
9:00amCTAdair Food Pantry, 203 South Monroe Street, Columbia, KY
Open 9am-12pmCT, Contact: Michele Fruth, Director, 270-250-5432 | (ID:71241, Comment)

 

































 
 
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