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Daily News for Tuesday, April 22, 2025
Scam texts continue to threaten A new text scam - a threat if payment is not made for crossing the new Louisville toll bridge where they send invoices after you cross - is a lie. Don't click anything, just delete. Police warn that whether it's a mailed letter, email, text message, or phone call, the scammer will present an unexpected problem or situation and then offer a solution with a hefty price tag. Red flags and suspicious activity: Calls from local law enforcement stating an individual has fines for outstanding warrants. Calls from local law enforcement stating the court is holding the individual in contempt for failure to appear for jury duty. Calls from local law enforcement stating an Individual has been placed under a "gag order" and is not allowed to speak with anyone else regarding the matter. Calls from local law enforcement demanding you remain on the line until the bond" is paid. Requests for monetary gift cards (visa/green dot etc.) bank deposits, and voucher purchases to clear court fines or avoid jail time. Requests for videos or pictures of individuals conducting a personal strip search of themselves to clear court fines or avold jail time. 2025-04-22 23:12:58 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Julia Brockman Reynolds, 91, Taylor County, KY Julia Brockman Reynolds of Campbellsville, daughter of Harry Weldon Brockman, Sr. and Nancy Jane Curry Brockman, was born October 23, 1933 in Adair County, Kentucky. She died Sunday, April 20, 2025 in Campbellsville at age 91. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-04-22 23:03:33 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Scotty R. Ferguson, 83, Columbia, KY (1941-2025) Scotty Rowe Ferguson of Columbia died on Monday, April 21, 2025 at Taylor Regional Hospital in Campbellsville. He was 83 years old. The funeral service will be held at 11amCT on Thursday, April 24, 2025, at Columbia Christian Church, 206 Campbellsville Street, Columbia, KY, with Bro. John Davis, Bro. Richard Martin and Honorable Phil Bertram officiating. Burial will follow in Haven Hill Cemetery. Visitation is requested from 4pmCT until 9pmCT on Wednesday, and from 6amCT until 8:30amCT on Thursday at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home, 200 Campbellsville Street, Columbia, KY, and after 9aCT on Thursday at the Church. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-04-22 16:58:19 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Jeffrey P. (Jeff) Wilkerson, 68, Columbia, KY (1956-2025) Jeffrey Phillip "Jeff" Wilkerson of Columbia passed away on Monday, April 21, 2025, at T. J. Health Columbia, with his family by his side. He was 68 years old. Funeral services will be held at 3pmCT on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home, 210 Greensburg St., Columbia, KY, with Bro. Paul Patton and Bro. Logan Wilkerson officiating. Burial will follow in the Corbin Cemetery. Visitation will be on Saturday after 10amCT at Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-04-22 16:51:24 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Williams named KOA Young Optometrist of the Year Dr. Sarai Williams, optometrist, was named Young Optometrist of the Year at the Kentucky Optometric Association's 2025 Awards Ceremony held on April 11, 2025, at the KOA's Spring Conference held at the Hyatt Regency Hotel and Central Bank Center in Lexington. The Young Optometrist of the Year award is given annually to a doctor who has been practicing less than 10 years and has made significant contributions and commitments to the optometric profession. Dr. Sarai Williams joined Downey Eye Clinic in Columbia, KY in 2019. Dr. Williams is from Casey County and currently resides in Columbia with her husband, Jordan and their son. The Kentucky Optometric Association's mission is to advocate for the advancement of Optometry and exceptional eye care in Kentucky. 2025-04-22 16:46:54 | Comments | Printable version
2025 Duck Derby is May 3 The Fourth Annual Duck Derby will start at 11amCT on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at the McKinney Landing of Trail Town on North Highway 55. Proceeds from the Duck Derby will go toward the Trail Town locations in Columbia. If you would like to purchase a duck, please contact City Hall by calling 270-384-2501. 2025-04-22 12:21:16 | Comments | Printable version
Softball: Adair County Lady Indians update By Trey Stephens, Staff Writer The Adair County Lady Indians softball team currently sits at 4-5 on the season, after an 0-8 loss to Hart County on Friday, April 18, 2025. Since our last update on the team, they have defeated Campbellsville 5-1 on the road, fell to Marion County 0-10 in 5 innings, and lost a close one to Green County 10-11 in 9 innings. In the Campbellsville game, the Indians' pitching was impressive. Freshman Keylin Bergin pitched all 7 innings, throwing 84 pitches while only giving up 5 hits and one run. She also struck out two batters. Bergin and fellow freshman Allee Campbell led the way hitting for the Lady Indians, both having two hits on four at bats. Campbell posted a team high 3 RBIs. The team totaled 9 hits in the game with Callee White, Jade Waggener, Gracie Gist, Millie Brown, and Shelby Riley all contributing. The team is on the road to face the Taylor County Cardinals at 5pmCT on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, and then gets a rematch with Campbellsville on Wednesday at home, and Monroe County on Thursday also at home. The team will finish out the week with a roadtrip to face the Lady Panthers of Cumberland County on Friday, April 25, 2025. 2025-04-22 11:57:41 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
Commodities Distribution for Seniors on Apr 25 From Michele Fruth, Director Adair County Food Pantry The monthly commodities distribution for pre-qualified senior citizens will be held from 9amCT to NoonCT on Friday, April 25, 2025, at the Adair County Food Pantry, 203 South Monroe Street, Columbia, KY. 2025-04-22 11:50:59 | Comments | Printable version
Revival begins at Melson Ridge Separate Baptist From Angie Melson A Spring Revival begins April 23, 2025 at 6:30pmCT at Melson Ridge Separate Baptist Community Church, 5250 Hwy 900, Columbia, KY. Preaching by Brother Craig Huddleston. Brother Mike Helm and the congregation would like to invite everyone to attend! 2025-04-22 09:26:57 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Church News
Linda Wilson, 66, Cumberland County, KY Linda Wilson, age 66 of Burkesville, Kentucky passed away on Friday, April 18, 2025 at Medical Center at Bowling Green. Linda was born on July 28, 1958 in Jefferson County, KY to the late John and Margaret Morgan Heaton. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by two grandchldren Madison Wilson and Kendall Wilson, two brothers Johnny Heaton and J.T. Heaton, and four sisters Doris Smith, Nancy Catlett, Thelma Heaton, and Wanda Heaton. Linda enjoyed attending Just Family. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-04-22 08:46:48 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Coleman and McCullough will be 2025 Rogers Scholars The Center for Rural Development has announced 104 rising high school juniors have been selected for 2025 Rogers Scholars, including Adair County students Gabe Coleman and Grace McCullough. The 2025 Rogers Scholars program will be held on the campuses of Morehead State University (June 15-20) and Lindsey Wilson College (July 13-18). The program provides leadership and scholarship opportunities for high school students within The Center's 45-county primary service area to develop their skills as the region's next generation of business and entrepreneurial leaders. Students from Southern and Eastern Kentucky - all rising high school juniors - have been selected by The Center for Rural Development to represent their home county as 2025 Rogers Scholars. "Congratulations to our newest class of Rogers Scholars," said Lonnie Lawson, President and CEO of The Center for Rural Development. "We are excited to announce this year's Rogers Scholars and cannot wait to meet this amazing group of students. They truly are our region's future leaders, filled with innovative and creative ideas, and ready to take on the world." Students from Adair and surrounding counties who have been accepted into the 2025 Rogers Scholars youth leadership program are: Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-04-22 08:34:04 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
KY Afield Video: Kayak fishing on Russell Creek In the second segment of KY Afield Outdoors for April 19, 2025, Lee McClellan leaves from Milltown on a Blue Water Trail 7-mile float into Green County. (Segment starts at about 11:25). Lee's 2023 article about this trip is at 2023_KA_Summer-Blue-Water-Trails-Russell-Creek (PDF). 2025-04-22 08:19:53 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Ky Afield Outdoors
Adair Fiscal Court meets today, April 22, 2025 From Bridget Compton Adair County Deputy Judge Executive, Road Administrative Assistant & Solid Waste Coordinator The Adair County Fiscal Court will meet in regular called meeting April 22, 2025 at 6pmCT in the basement of the Adair County Annex building located at 424 Public Square, Columbia, KY 42728. The public is invited to attend. The agenda for the meeting follows: Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-04-22 08:13:31 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
LWC Honors Students and Administrator Live, Learn, Lead From Duane Bonifer Leadership -- in all of its forms, expressions, styles and lessons -- was in the spotlight on Monday, April 21, 2025, at Lindsey Wilson College. The 17th edition of the Lindsey Wilson L3 Student Leadership Banquet honored 10 undergraduates and one college administrator for their influential and effective leadership during the 2024-25 school year. "These people embody the Lindsey Wilson mission in their daily work and service on campus and throughout the community," Dean of Students Chris Schmidt told the audience in Roberta D. Cranmer Dining & Conference Center. L3 -- which stands for live, learn and lead -- recognizes Lindsey Wilson students and employees who Schmidt said "exemplify the spirit to live, learn and lead every single day." "These students consistently stretch themselves mentally, physically and spiritually to realize their full potential," said Schmidt. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-04-22 08:06:17 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Lindsey Wilson College
Child Abuse Prevention Month proclaimed Declared by ACJE Larry Russell Bryant Whereas, National Child Abuse Prevention Month will be recognized throughout the United States, as well as in the Commonwealth of Kentucky during the month of April, 2025; and Whereas, preventing child abuse and neglect is a community problem that depends on involvement among people throughout the community; and Whereas, child abuse and neglect can be reduced by making sure each family has the support they need to raise their children in a healthy environment; and Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-04-22 07:47:17 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
Spirit of Columbia awards presented Friday From Mayor Pamela Hoots On Friday, April 18, 2025 we had our inaugural Spirit of Columbia awards for first responders. This was a collaboration between TJ Health Columbia and the City of Columbia. It was an honor to recognize these individuals in our community. Thank you to TJ Health Columbia and Brandon Dickey, all the emergency organizations that took part in this event and presentation, the Adair County High School Band, the Cadet Corps, and, most of all the first responders that keep our community safe on a daily basis. May God bless each of you. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-04-22 07:39:49 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government Birthdays and Anniversaries for April 22 Happy Anniversary, Jerry and Vickie Hadley (1982) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Josh and Amanda Dartt | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Judy and John McCasland (1972) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Benji Gold | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Chris Ward | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Cody Neat | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Damon Hicks | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Elizabeth and Bethany McLean (1993) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Gracie Todd | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jacob Morrison (2002) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jeff Ford | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jeff Willis | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jimmy Todd | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Lynda McKinley | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Margie Absher | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Michael Keltner (1986) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Oscar Molten Claywell, (1935) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Pheobie Franklin | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Sarah Renea Derman | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tate Sharpe | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, William Simpson (1983) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Eugene (Bim) Poff, Casey County, KY (1931-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Stephanie Johnson, Yosemite, KY (1983-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Phillip Marple, Liberty, KY (1949-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, John R. Hayes Liberty, KY (1942) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Helen Marie Sanders Wright, Green Co., KY (1940) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Elizabeth L. Rogers, Columbia, KY (1922) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Elsie Louise Foster Milby (1925) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Paul M. Furkin, Adair Co., KY (1934-2011) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Betty Pyles, Taylor CO., KY (1942) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lucille Nadine Hackney, Adair Co., KY, native (1922) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Freddy Watson, Taylor County, KY (1958) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kenneth Doug Conner, Adair County, KY, native (1966-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Terry Bradshaw, Adair County, KY (1943-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Azro Coomer, Adair County, KY (1923-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Hattie Marie Keith, 89, Russell Springs, KY (1925-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Beverly Lynn Overstreet, 54, Casey County, KY (1960-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ernest Eugene Hadley, 81, Adair Co., KY (1933-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Chesley Richards, 95, Russell Co., KY (1920-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Daniel Neil Ellis, 33, Richmond, KY (1982-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Judy Kay Gower, 74, Adair County, KY (1941-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Miss Addison Gayle Bray , infant, Taylor Co., KY (Apr 22 - Aug 7, 2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Timothy Hines, 57, Casey County, KY (1959-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Ralph Houston Clark, 72, Green Co., KY (1944-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Gladys Blankenship, Adair County, KY native (1932-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ansel Newton, Taylor Co., KY (1931-2009) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Beatrice Rogers Scott (1909-1998) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Billy Paul Osborne, 45, Campbellsville, KY (1979-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bobby David Brockman, 69, Russell Springs, KY (1951-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Delbert Corbin, 92, Columbia, KY (1930-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dwight Kerns, 68, Jamestown, KY (1953-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Elizabeth Nolan Hays, 73, Campbellsville, KY (1947-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Harrison Richardson, 88, Taylor Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jimmy Anthony Reliford, 39, Columbia, KY (1985-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, June Dickerson Neat, 90, Columbia, KY (1930-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Loretta Fletcher, 83, Glensfork, KY (1941-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lusada Neeley Keeton, Cumberland Co., KY native (1921-2009) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Nina Riley Lewis Davidson, Taylor County, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Tracy Hancock, 54, Columbia, KY (1968-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Tuesday, April 22, 2025 All events are listed in Central Time. 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