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Daily News for Wednesday, June 17, 2026
Donnie Stephens, age 63, Russell County, KY Donnie Stephens, age 63, of Russell Springs, KY passed away Saturday, June 13 2026 at Russell County Hospital. He was born on Friday, March 08 1963, in Russell Springs, KY, the son of Ruth Alice Hall Stephens and John R. Stephens, who preceded him in death. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-06-17 11:01:35 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Board of Education will meet June 22 From Carolee Lloyd Adair County Board of Education The regular scheduled school board meeting planned for June 18, 2026 has been cancelled due to a lack of quorum. There will be a Special Called Board meeting on Monday, June 22, 2026, instead. 2026-06-17 10:56:29 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
It's Mark Twain Week in Columbia - Day 3 We're celebrating the literary arts during Mark Twain Week in Columbia, KY! “Patriotism is supporting your country all the time, 2026-06-17 10:55:08 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today
County Offices will be closed on June 19 From Bridget Compton Adair County Deputy Judge Executive, Road Administrative Assistant & Solid Waste Coordinator The Adair County Judge Executive's office along with all offices within the Adair County Annex building including the Adair County Clerk's office, The Adair County PVA's office, The Adair County Attorney's office, and the Adair County Sheriff's office (patrols still on duty), Green River Animal Shelter, Adair County Road Department, and the Adair County Recycling Center will be closed Friday, June 19, 2026. After being alerted of office closings to celebrate Juneteenth allowing certain county employees to get a paid holiday, Judge Bryant felt it was only fair for all county employees to get the same opportunity. 2026-06-17 10:52:36 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
KBC Blood Drive on June 23 There will be a community blood drive from 1pmCT to 5pmCT on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at the Columbia Church of Christ Fellowship Hall, 501 Jamestown Street, Columbia. KBC is commemorating the United States Semiquincentennial with its "Red, White and Blue Bell" celebration. As a thank you for their civic engagement, donors at this drive will receive a "United We Give" T-shirt and a voucher for a free pint of ice cream - an American staple - from Blue Bell. All items are while supplies last. Blood donors must be at least 17 years old (16 with parental consent), weigh at least 110 pounds, be in good health, show a photo I.D. and meet additional requirements. Appointments are preferred but walk-ins are welcome. To schedule a donation, visit kybloodcenter.org or call 800.775.2522. 2026-06-17 10:48:23 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Health Care
Festival giving students real-world lessons in arts management By Duane Bonifer For a relatively young academic program, the Lindsey Wilson University arts administration program is already making a big splash. Its latest contribution will take center stage on June 19-20, 2026, when the inaugural Mark Twain Storytelling Festival is held on campus. The event -- which celebrates Mark Twain's ancestral ties to Columbia -- is the product of a class project created in the 2025 fall semester by students in the university's two-year-old arts administration major. After the students invited Columbia Mayor Pamela Hoots to hear their presentation on starting a storytelling festival to honor one of Columbia's famous cousins, the class project shortly became the region's latest summer festival. The dates June 19-20 were selected because Twain's mother, Jane Lampton Clemens, was born on June 18, 1803, in Columbia. Shortly after she married John Marshall Clemens in May 1823 in Columbia, the couple moved to Tennessee before heading to Missouri, where Samuel Clemens, their sixth child, was born in 1835. Nearly three decades later, Samuel would start to publish his writings under the pen name Mark Twain. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-06-17 10:41:46 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Lindsey Wilson University
ACSO: Injury accident on KY 80 From Sheriff Gary Roy Adair County Sheriff's Office On Monday, June 15, 2026, the Adair County Sheriff's Office responded to a two vehicle injury accident on KY 80. Tianna King, age 18, of Columbia, was operating a 2011 Chevrolet Impala and attempted to turn onto KY 80 from E. 80 Dr. She pulled into the path of a 2012 Ford Fusion which was being operated by Jessica Stotts, age 37, of Columbia. Both drivers were taken to TJ Samson Columbia and treated for their injuries by Adair County EMS. The collision is being investigated by Sergeant Deputy Sheriff Josh Durbin, assisted by Columbia Police, Columbia/Adair Fire Dept. Adair County EMS. 2026-06-17 10:31:42 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Terran Duncan named LWU Women's Basketball Coach By Duane Bonifer Longtime Lindsey Wilson University assistant coach Terran Duncan has been named women's basketball head coach. Duncan, who is the program's fifth head coach, succeeds 37-year veteran John Wethington, who has been named assistant to the president for athletics development. "This is a dream job," said Duncan, who spent the last 11 seasons as Wethington's assistant coach and was named the 2025-26 Women's Basketball Coaches Association Assistant Coach of the Year. "I'm extremely grateful for this opportunity to continue the legacy that Coach Wethington helped establish. Becoming a head coach is something you work for, and it's just super special to get to do it at your alma mater." Lindsey Wilson Athletic Director Willis Pooler said that Duncan is "well-prepared to take on this role." "She is passionate about the Lindsey Wilson mission and our student-athletes," said Pooler. "She's been preparing for this position the entire time she's been an assistant coach, and she's demonstrated that she has the leadership and skills to carry on our program's success." Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-06-17 10:24:17 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Lindsey Wilson University
Jane Lampton Clemens Birthday Bash on Thursday From Mike Watson Are you enjoying Jane Lampton Clemens Week? If not, you are not doing some things correctly! There are plenty of activities this week, including the 223rd Anniversary of Jane Lampton Clemens' birth on June 18, 2026. There will be a birthday cake and ice cream at the Research Center at 11amCT on Thursday to celebrate Mrs. Clemens's birthday. Come by the RC around 11amCT on Thursday to be part of the party! Everyone welcome. The Adair Genealogy & History Research Center is located at 307 Greensburg Street, Columbia, KY. 2026-06-17 10:21:25 | Comments | Printable version
City Gifts Generator to ACRJ Class D From Trey Stephens City of Columbia | Assistant to the Mayor The City of Columbia was pleased to donate a generator to the Adair County Regional Jail Class D facility. The item expresses the continued mutually beneficial relationship between the City and Class D. Throughout the calendar year, Class D donates hundreds of man hours to various City Departments, helping to provide vital city services. This latest donation is something the City was pleased to do to show our incredible gratitude to Class D. 2026-06-17 10:16:35 | Comments | Printable version
Steps advised to help avoid scams Cash, wire transfers, gift cards, crypto, or payment apps are major red flags and should always be verified. Even the savviest individuals can fall victim to a scam regardless of their age, gender, race, education level, etc. There's no shame in it. Scammers use convincing tactics to pressure people into sharing personal details, sending money, or clicking links that can install malware on phones and computers. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2026-06-17 00:05:33 | Comments | Printable version Birthdays and Anniversaries for June 17 Happy Anniversary, Bruce and Patsy Wilson (1955) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Joe and Anita Vanarsdale (1983) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Roy and Gail Ingram (1978) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Abby Richards (2005) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Bailey Elizabeth Coffey (2008) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Brenda Lawson | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Elizabeth Hope Cowan (1995) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jaylyn Bailey (1992) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jennifer (Kermeen) Griebenow | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jeremy Luttrell (1998) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Joshua Phillips | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, June Doss | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Katie Melton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Sherry Ausmun, Creelsboro, KY | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tammy Curry | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Eldred Wray, Cumberland County, KY (1932-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, David Stephens, Russell County, KY (1939-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William (Bill) Blount, Campbellsville, KY (1938-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Debbie Wesley, Easley, SC (1959-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Janice Tucker, Russell Co., KY (1940) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kenny Ray Bland, Taylor Co., KY (1962) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Buford Douglas Phillips, Taylor Co., KY (1936 - 2011) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, John M. Silver, Elk Horn, Taylor Co., KY (1927) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, James Alan (Jamie) Beck, Taylor County, KY (1959) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lona Gertrude Malone, Russell County, KY (1924) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kevin Cissell, Russell County, KY (1956) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Houston Rogers, Milltown, Adair Co., KY native (1929) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Donnie D. (Tom) White, Casey County, KY (1947-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Frances June Williams, 74, Casey Co., KY (1938-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Joey Payne, Casey Co., KY (1961-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Grace Hatfield, Casey County, KY (1921-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Wilma Mae Nunn Noe, Green County, KY (1919-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Jessie B. Riley Short, Burkesville, KY (1927-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Paul Randolph Neathery, Cumberland Co., KY (1928-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ralph Wayne Holt, Russell County, KY (1937-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Herman Wayne Slinker, Green Co., KY (1919-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Harold Gene Embry, Freedom Community, 71,(1943-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Owen Oliver (Chicken Little) Judd, Green Co., KY (1946-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bernadine Samuel Andrew, 87, Jamestown, KY; Adair native (1928-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Carla Monday, 54, Casey County, KY (1961-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ruth Inez Oakes , 88, Metcalfe County, KY (1927-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Angel H.C. Denham, Campbellsville, KY stillborn (2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Delcie E. Wright Capps, Cumberland Co., KY (1929-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Patricia Ahmer, Green Co., KY (1931-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Louise Ellis Beard Kilby, Taylor Co./Adair native (1927-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Wilburn Edward Rogers, 71, Green County, KY (1945-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Pairlee Montgomery, 100, Adair Co., KY (1916-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Leonard Arthur Krug, Adair County, KY (1932-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Clifton 'Buddy' McQueary, Casey County, KY (1946-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dr. Kenneth Joseph Salvatore Anthony DeSimone (1927-2014) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Johannah Upchurch, 81, Edmonton, KY (1943-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kenneth N. (Kenny) Janes, 88, Columbia, KY (1935-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Laura Johnson, 78, Russell Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Linda Faye Boston, 82, Campbellsville, KY (1940-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Linda Marie Schmidt, 70, Columbia, KY (1953-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Madelaine Wilson Butler | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Marjorie Bowen Hendrickson, Campbellsville, KY (1929-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Patty Bernard Kinnett (1960-1994) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Raymond (Spot) Harris, 75, Campbellsville, KY (1945-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Raymond E. (Pete) Curry, 93, Columbia, KY (1928-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ronald Vannoy, 84, Casey Co., KY (1937-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Tony Radford, 60, Burkesville, KY (1961-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Wednesday, June 17, 2026 All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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