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JOY Ministries Crisis Resource Center is Fully Funded!

From Hannah Peck

JOY Ministries wants to extend a heartfelt THANK YOU to the Columbia community, as the soon to be open Crisis Resource Center has been fully funded! This amazing feat would not be possible without the kindness and generosity of this community. JOY's clients have grown rapidly since COVID and needs continue to be great. Please continue to pray for sustainability in funding this ministry.

If you would like to help support JOY, please visit www.joy-ministries.org. THANK YOU ADAIR COUNTY!


2023-11-03 12:47:53 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Church News

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JOY Ministries Crisis Resource Center fully funded



2023-11-03 - Columbia, KY - Photo from Hannah Peck.
JOY Ministries wants to extend a heartfelt THANK YOU to the Columbia community, as the soon to be open Crisis Resource Center has been fully funded!

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Parade committee invites floats for A Magical Christmas

The parade committee met Friday to work on organization of the annual Christmas in Columbia celebration Saturday, December 2, 2023 (rain date will be the following Saturday). This year's theme is A Magical Christmas in honor of parade master, acclaimed magician Lance Burton.

Entry is free and everyone is invited to have a decorated float. Please specify when registering if you want your float to be judged for prizes, or if you choose not to compete for a prize.

Confirm your spot in A Magical Christmas parade now through November 29, 2023. Contact the Columbia Adair Chamber of Commerce at 270-384-6020 or by email at coladair@duo-county.com


2023-11-03 12:45:16 | Comments | Printable version

Letter: Semi trucks around Square

Martha Berry
I don't know what kind of exit signage is at the ramp off Cumberland Pkwy. but it could be very confusing for someone who is not familiar with that exit.

To find the North bypass ramp, when exiting you have to make a little jog left or south on 55 to the Pkwy North ramp when you are trying to get to 55 without going around the square.
Comments re: Trucks have hardest time during festivals


2023-11-03 12:45:09 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback

First 4-H Dog Club Meeting is Tuesday

From Tony Rose, Agent for 4-H Youth Development
Adair County Cooperative Extension Service

The 4-H Dog Club will have its first meeting of the year at 5:30pmCT on Tuesday, November 7, 2023. The meeting will be held at the Adair County Cooperative Extension Service located at 409 Fairground Street, Columbia, KY.

If you have an interest in dogs and want to learn all about dogs this is the club for you.


2023-11-03 12:35:57 | Comments | Printable version

Allen Burress, Sr, Taylor County, KY (1935-2023)

Allen L. Burress, Sr. passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of October 31, 2023. He was born Allen Lee Burress to William Horace and Della Cave Burress of the Shiloh Community in Taylor County, Kentucky on August 28, 1935. He graduated from Taylor County High School, attended the University of Kentucky, obtained his degree in accounting from Western Kentucky University and was a Certified Public Accountant.

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2023-11-03 11:40:03 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Volleyball: LWC gets revenge on Bethel in three-set sweep

The Lindsey Wilson volleyball team avenged an early-season loss to Bethel (TN) on Thursday evening, defeating the Wildcats in a straight-set decision in the penultimate home match of the year.

After falling in four sets to the visitors back on September 29 in McKenzie, the Blue Raiders kept things clean late and wound up hitting .330 to the 'Cats' .136. Lindsey Wilson was also stifling at the net on defense, picking up nine total blocks.

Elizabeth Moore paced a balanced offense with nine kills, followed by Elisa Burzio and Savanah Pippin with eight apiece.


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2023-11-03 11:24:30 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports

Maxine Walker Wooley, 82, Campbellsville, KY (1941-2023)

Maxine Walker Wooley of Campbellsville, the daughter of the late Jerome Maxie Thorp and Rosalie (Lenore) Thorp, was born February 28, 1941 in Jefferson County, KY and departed this life on Monday, October 30, 2023 in Elizabethtown at the Signature Healthcare. She was 82 years of age.

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2023-11-03 11:20:43 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries

Adair Co. Grand Jury returns indictments on Oct 26

On Thursday, October 26, 2023, the Adair County Circuit Court Grand Jury met and handed down indictments against 7 individuals from Columbia, Campbellsville, and Russell Springs, KY, and Coalmont, TN. Charges included possession, trafficking, theft, rape, sodomy, riot, promoting contraband, tampering with physical evidence, use of a minor in a sexual performance, and assault.

NOTE: Indictments are considered formal charges. An indictment is not a finding of guilt. An individual charged by indictment is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty at some later criminal proceeding.

The indictments can be viewed here:
2023-10-26-Adair-Indictments-redacted-094449 (PDF, 3.6MB)


2023-11-03 11:18:46 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports

Hughes and Eaton named ARROW Students of the Week

From Anthony B. Darnel, Assistant Principal
Adair County High School

Congratulations to Brayden Hughes and Sophie Eaton for being chosen as ARROW Academy "Students of the Week" for October 27, 2023 at Adair County High School.

Both were nominated and elected by their teachers and received a certificate of recognition, a free drink from Indian Grounds Coffee, and their photos will run on the video announcements at the school all week.


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2023-11-03 11:04:50 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education

Adams issues Voter Bill Of Rights

From Michon Lindstrom

Secretary of State Michael Adams issued a Voter's Bill of Rights as voting has begun in the 2023 general election. Adams asks voters to report any voter intimidation or illegal activity they may see at the polls.

"Voting is your sacred right. Make your plan to vote and know your rights before you head to the polls," said Adams.

VOTER'S BILL OF RIGHTS - Each registered voter in this state has the right to:
  1. Vote and have his or her vote accurately counted.
  2. Cast a vote if he or she is in line at the official closing of the polls in that county.
  3. Ask for and receive assistance in voting.
  4. Receive up to two replacement ballots if he or she makes a mistake prior to the ballot being cast.
  5. An explanation if his or her registration or identity is in question.
  6. Instructions to follow when voting.
  7. Vote free from coercion or intimidation by elections officers or any other person.
  8. Vote on a voting system that is in working condition and that will allow votes to be accurately cast.


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2023-11-03 10:55:54 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Politics

Haiku by Robert Stone for November 3, 2023

When text difficult,
to help with understanding
one reads every word.
--Robert Stone, Friday, 3 November 2023.
-1000 haiku fourth time, more days coming up, Day 4434


2023-11-03 09:09:08 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today

Shot, Stabbed, Hanged history walk drew 140

It was a dark and rainy night - but a huge crowd came out anyway because everyone knew it would be worth a little discomfort to learn about shootings, stabbings, hangings and more from our history that happened around the Columbia Public Square.

The group of up to 140 people gathered at the Courthouse Annex steps, on the corner of the Square and Greensburg Street Friday, October 27, 2023.


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2023-11-03 08:09:08 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local History

Ed Arms, 75, Cumberland County, KY (1948-2023)

Jimmie Edward "Ed" Arms, age 75, of Burkesville, KY passed away on Wednesday, November 1, 2023 at his home. Ed was born on April 8, 1948 in Cumberland County, KY to the late Ervin and Ruby Wright Arms.

Ed was a retired farmer and had attended Jesus Name Church.


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2023-11-03 08:07:17 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries


Birthdays and Anniversaries for November 3
Happy Anniversary, Keith and Cindy Gilbert (2001) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Holden Bryce Gabehart | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Alexia Sharee Snider (2004) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Belinda Jane Rice (1961) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Byron Chandler Corbin (2000) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Chris Cravens | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Craig Cravens | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Crystal Tucker | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Joseph Willis | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Kylie Grace Cowan (2005) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Linda Taylor (1950) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Michelle Moore (November 11, 1978) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Randy Hatcher | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Terry Rice | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Tonya Powell | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Warren Willis | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jeffery Garland Scales, Russell County, KY (1956-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Faye Blythe Morgan, Greensburg, KY (1949-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Karen King, Casey County, KY (1956-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Thomas Rhea (Red) Goff, Campbellsville, KY (1938-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Sharon Kay Rector, Columbia, KY (1964-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ronnel Lee Benningfield, Campbellsville, KY (1939-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, James Henry Pierce (November 3, 1928 - September 19, 2009) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Geneva Smith Ferguson, Cumberland Co., KY (1919) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Klarissa Grace Moore, newborn, (2010-2010) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Terry D. Lay, Casey Co., KY (1955) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Maxine Phillips, Campbellsville, KY (1924) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Beatrice Walters, Russell Co., KY (1924) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lois Edwards Tompkins, Green Co., KY (1956) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ola Lawhorn, Adair County, KY (1919) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bobby Goodman, Casey County, KY (1936) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mildred W. Emerson Randolph, Casey Co. KY (1935) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Anna Lee Graybeal, Taylor County, KY (1925-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Pauline C. Power, 83, Russell County, KY (1929-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Eva Anderson, 83, Russell Co., KY (1929-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bro. Orville E. Noe, Green County, KY (1921-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Norris L. Long, Jamestown, KY (1926-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mr. Roy Charles, Taylor Co., KY (1939-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Martha Ann Revis Collier, 74, Adair Co., KY (1941-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Dellie Jewel Feese Evans Johnson, Adair Co., KY native (1927-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Vernon Lee "Pete" McKinney, 80, Adair Co., KY (1935-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mr. Clayton Eugene Edwards, 62, Green Co., KY (1953-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ruel H. (Sonny) Wilson, Taylor Co., KY (1939-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mr. Samuel F. Cook, Green County, KY (1936-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mr. Douglas Dewayne (Bubba) McAfee, Jr., 48, Adair Co., KY (1968-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Garland (GB) Lanham, Casey County, KY (1934-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Arnold Paul Spears, 83, Cumberland Co., KY (1934-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Billy Dale Parker, 74, Campbellsville, KY native (1946-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Donnie Rodgers, 75, Adair County, KY (1945-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Earnest Richardson, 82, Campbellsville, KY (1940-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Herald Gaddis, 78, Campbellsville, KY (1942-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jerome Lee Raney, 64, Liberty, KY (1956-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, John W. Holtzclaw, 83, Adair Co., KY native (1938-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mattie Naomi London, 87, Metcalfe County, KY (1932-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Patricia Mae Davidson, 59, Burkesville, KY (1962-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Robert Eads, 79, Liberty, KY (1941-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Stephen Walter Noel, 76, Campbellsville, KY (1946-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Terry George, 72, Russell Springs, KY (1947-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
Services, Russell Springs, KY, for Laverne Grider, 78, Russell Co., KY (1936-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)

Events scheduled for Friday, November 3, 2023
All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
6:00amCTCountry ham breakfast fundraiser at Wheet Hall beside the Nazarene Church in Columbia | (ID:65897, Comment)
8:00amCTApplications for Homemakers Holiday Miniature Village Competition due today | (ID:65863, Comment)
Adair Co. Fiscal Court Special Called Meeting (click for agenda) | (ID:65918, Comment)
In-person early voting
Any registered voter can stop by the Adair County Courthouse Annex Basement, 424 Public Square, Columbia, KY, between 8amCT and 4pmCT on November 2, 3, and 4, 2023 to place their vote. | (ID:65926, Comment)
NoonCTSMART Recovery meeting at Russell Co. Health Dept | (ID:65722, Comment)
2:00pmCTGreen County Arts Council new area artwork show | (ID:65816, Comment)
Services for Donna Mae Taylor, 61, Columbia, KY (1962-2023) | (ID:65916, Comment)
4:00pmCTServices for Cindy Lou Hughes, 65, Bowling Green, KY (1958-2023) | (ID:65917, Comment)
6:00pmCTTo the Nines Downtown Shopping | (ID:65930, Comment)
7:00pmCTRiot! presented by LWC Theatre in V.P. Henry Auditorium | (ID:65922, Comment)

 


































 
 
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