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Daily News for Friday, May 16, 2025
Strawberries arriving at FM2 Saturday morning From Donna Jones co-Director, Farmers Market on the Square Strawberries are arriving at FM2 Saturday morning, May 17, 2025! We will have at least two vendors and at least 60 gallons of strawberries for sale as we begin the market at 8amCT Saturday. Come early as the weather should be all clear for the market hours. We're located at the corner of Merchant and Campbellsville Streets in downtown Columbia. 2025-05-16 18:47:38 | Comments | Printable version
Jody Yates, 79, Taylor County, KY Jody Yates of Campbellsville, son of the late Eddie Lee Yates and Rinnia Sanders Yates, was born January 18, 1946 in Marion County, Kentucky. He died Wednesday, May 14, 2025 in Campbellsville at age 79. He professed faith in Christ and was a member of Muldraugh Hill Baptist Church. He was an employee of Fruit of the Loom for several years in Campbellsville. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-05-16 18:44:15 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
In-person Summer Feeding program from Adair Co. Schools From Dayna Parnell, School Food Service Director Adair County Schools The following sites will offer hot breakfast and lunch options during the summer for any Adair County children between the ages of 1 and 18 (prior to 19th birthday), who are not participating in the bulk meal program. Adair County Middle School, 322 Gen. John Adair Dr., Columbia, KY 42728 June 2 - 12, 2025 (Mondays through Thursdays)
Adair County Elementary School, 870 Indian Drive, Columbia, KY 42728 June 2 - 26, 2025 (Mondays through Thursdays)
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Columbia-Adair EDA to meet May 20 From Larry Walker, Chairman Columbia-Adair County Economic Development Authority The Columbia-Adair County Economic Development Authority Board will hold a regularly scheduled meeting at 8amCT on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at the Welcome and Development Center, 201 Burkesville Street, Columbia, KY. Meeting Agenda: Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-05-16 17:27:34 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Local Government
Gov. declares State of Emergency before storms Visit kyem.ky.gov for storm preparedness tips. Frankfort, KY - (May 16, 2025) - Today, Gov. Andy Beshear declared a state of emergency as a dangerous weather system is moving through the state this afternoon through tonight. Strong winds, hail, flooding and tornadoes are possible across much of the state. "Once again we have a dangerous weather system sweeping across the commonwealth," Gov. Beshear said. "We expect a significant round of weather coming this afternoon and into tonight that will produce strong winds that could lead to power outages, a possibility of hail, flooding and potential for tornadoes. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-05-16 16:51:16 | Comments | Printable version
Letter: A public service announcement W. (name and contact info on file) writes: Recently one morning we awoke to our water spigot running wide open in our front field, which is easily accessible from the road. There is no telling how long it had been running, because the field was almost flooded. Trying to figure out who left it on last, we came to the conclusion that someone had decided to play a prank. We put a lock on it that day. Yesterday, we received a phone call from Adair Water District asking if we had a leak sometime in the last month, because our bill had doubled. Someone's malicious prank turned into a costly lesson. So if you have a spigot that is not close to your home or unattended, it's wise to lock it up. Apparently this is not uncommon in our areas. Hope this saves someone the unnecessary stress and out of pocket expense. 2025-05-16 16:42:30 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
Samuel Stephen Bingham, 58 (1967-2025) Samuel Stephen Bingham passed away on May 10, 2025 from a heart attack. He was cremated on May 15, 2025. There will be a "Celebration of Life" service announced at a later date. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-05-16 12:36:08 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Tennis: LWC women advance to NAIA Semifinals Mobile, AL - The No. 3-seeded Lindsey Wilson women's tennis team punched its ticket to the national semifinals Thursday morning, May 15, 2025, with a 4-1 victory over No. 6-seeded Loyola (LA) (17-6) in the quarterfinals of the 2025 NAIA National Championships at the Mobile Tennis Center. Senior Anastasiia Ivanchenko delivered the clinching point for the Blue Raiders with a straight-sets win at No. 4 singles. Friday's semifinal against top-seeded Georgia Gwinnett will be a rematch of this year's NAIA Indoor semifinals, where the Grizzlies defeated the Blue Raiders 4-1 in a match that was much tighter than the scoreline suggests--every unfinished court was deep in a third set before the Grizzlies clinched. This marks Lindsey Wilson's 12th all-time appearance in the national semifinals, matching last year's run. The Blue Raiders will look to break through for their third national final appearance in program history. Friday's semifinal is scheduled to start at 9amCT. 2025-05-16 11:28:01 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
New Summer Feeding program from Adair Co. Schools From Dayna Parnell, School Food Service Director Adair County Schools Adair County Schools will be offering a new summer feeding option this summer, with bulk pick up of meal kits with 5 days of breakfast and lunch each Thursday. Pick up will be available between 2pmCT and 4pmCT on the following Thursdays: June 5, June 12, June 19, June 26, July 3, July 10, July 17, July 24, and July 31, 2025, at Adair County Primary Center, 158 Col. Casey Drive, Columbia, KY. ANY parent/guardian or child (18 and under) can come get a 5 day meal kit for breakfast and lunch at the Adair County Primary Center on the above mentioned dates and times. Prior registration is required to receive the bulk meal kits. Registration on site will be permitted the first week, however all food items are served on a first come, first served basis. A form will be sent home, or it can be accessed at forms.gle/YY3ALWsqwFd2kavs7. 2025-05-16 11:11:38 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Education
Lindsey Wilson announces Class of 2029 John B. Begley Scholars From Duane Bonifer The six members of Lindsey Wilson College's Class of 2029 John B. Begley Scholars represent a broad range of educational interests and career goals. They have also all been models of involvement at their respective schools. But one trait they all share is that they will be members of the first class to enter the school after it becomes Lindsey Wilson University on July 1. Lindsey Wilson's most prestigious scholarship, the Begley Scholarship is a full-tuition, room-and-board scholarship that provides students with unparalleled academic- and cultural-enrichment experiences. It is named in honor of Lindsey Wilson's sixth president. The six members of the Class of 2029 Begley Scholars are:
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Softball: Lady Indians defeat Metcalfe 16-1 By Trey Stephens, Staff Writer The Adair County High School Lady Indians Softball team currently sits at 7-10 on the season, as winners of two out of their last three. Most recently, the Lady Indians had a dominating win over Metcalfe County (6-13) 16 to 1. In that game, which ended after four innings, Senior Jade Waggener pitched the entirety, throwing 40. Waggener gave up just three hits, with one run, and struck out 3 batters. Allee Campbell led the team with three hits, followed by Keylin Bergin and Gracie Gist with two each. With the win over Metcalfe, the team has now exceeded the win total posted by last year's team. The team now has just one regular season game remaining, a road trip to take on the Bowling Green Purples (17-12), scheduled to begin at 6pmCT on Friday May 16, 2025, if the weather permits. 2025-05-16 10:08:54 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Sports
Letter: Frequent Boiling Water Advisories Connie Youngs writes: I agree. It seems every week there are at least 2 warnings somewhere in the county that there was main break and a need to boil water. I don't understand why it happens so often.Comments re: Letter: Frequent Boil Water Advisories 2025-05-16 10:06:08 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
CPD: 2-vehicle collision on Greensburg Road From Columbia Police Department On Thursday, May 15, 2025, a two-vehicle collision occurred on Greensburg Road near the Veterans Memorial Bypass in Columbia, Kentucky. David Wolford of Magnolia, Kentucky, was operating a 2017 Dodge Caravan and was traveling from Greensburg Road onto the bypass when he collided with a 2015 Ford Edge driven by Vanessa Cooper of Columbia, Kentucky. Both drivers sustained injuries and were transported to TJ Health Columbia Hospital for treatment. Ester Wolford, a passenger in the Dodge Caravan, was initially taken to TJ Health Columbia Hospital and later flown to Lexington, Kentucky for further medical care due to the severity of her injuries. Columbia Police Department Lieutenant Justin Cross is leading the investigation. He was assisted on the scene by Adair County Sheriff Deputy Gary Roy, Kentucky State Police Trooper Billy Begley, Adair County Fire Department and Adair County EMS. 2025-05-16 10:04:24 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Life jackets help reduce preventable drownings As Memorial Day and National Boating Safety Week (May 17 to May 23, 2025) are approaching, The Corps Foundation, a not-for-profit educational foundation that supports lakes and waterway sites located throughout the U.S. and managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), is pleased to announce that Progressive Insurance is providing significant support of life jackets to help reduce preventable drownings at Green River Lake and USACE lakes and river projects across Kentucky. To date, the program has made available more than 5,450 adult life jackets for boaters to use at USACE life jacket loaner stations around the country. The life jackets were procured and distributed to USACE locations that have experienced the most water-related public recreation fatalities. Visitors are invited to used them at no cost and return them when they come off the water. They will be located at USACE-managed facilities where they are accessible to boaters who may not be properly equipped. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-05-16 09:42:59 | Comments | Printable version
Adair Co. Grand Jury May 1 indictments On Thursday, May 1, 2025, the Adair County Circuit Court Grand Jury met and handed down indictments against 10 individuals from Russell Springs, Columbia, Jamestown, Central City, Campbellsville, and Greensburg, KY. Charges included possession, wanton endangerment, terroristic threatening, promoting contraband, speeding, menacing, reckless driving, flight, strangulation, assault, criminal abuse, and public intoxication. 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: 2025-05-01-Adair-Indictments-43-00052-Redacted (PDF, 10.7MB) 2025-05-16 09:32:32 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Good Wife fitting event canceled The Good Wife fitting event that was scheduled to be held at Community Medical Care Adair today, May 16, 2025, has been canceled due to pending severe weather. The next fitting is scheduled for 11amCT to 1pmCT on Friday, June 20, 2025. 2025-05-16 09:04:17 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Health Care
Friday's a day to keep an eye on the weather From Daniel Wilson, Storm Alert Center Friday, May 16, 2025, may be a high impact day across Kentucky, especially areas in the moderate risk. The threats include the possibility of significant hail, wind and tornadoes EF-2 or larger. Be weather aware and have multiple ways to receive weather watches and warnings. 2025-05-16 01:56:19 | Comments | Printable version
May meeting of Columbia-Adair Chamber of Commerce By Ellen Zornes, Executive Director Columbia-Adair County Chamber of Commerce We had a wonderful time at the historic Trabue Russell House for our May monthly meeting! Our program was presented by Tourism Director, Paige Nickel, and Assistant Director, Breann Franklin. It was a big day for Constable Jason Rector... he was recognized for 25 years of service with the Red Cross for Disaster Services in its 24 county service area. And, Mayor Pam Hoots, proclaimed it Jason Rector Day. We had a delicious homemade meal provided by Mary Anne Loy and served by Susan Loy and Renea Watson. 2025-05-16 01:06:49 | Comments | Printable version Birthdays and Anniversaries for May 16 Happy Anniversary, Charlie & Fern Roy (1959) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Lonnie & Connie DeVore (1980) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Ray & Patti Fluhr | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Troy & Stephanie Long (1998) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Abby Royse | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Betty Sue Jasper | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Bill Julian | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Brandy Thompson (1982) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Calvin Pittman | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Connie Hensley | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Daniel Froedge | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, David Pittman | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Emily Taylor (2000) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Hope Cross (1971) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Hunter Steven Willis (2011) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Joey Feese | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Kim Giles | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Mark Foster | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Nicholas Taylor (2000) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Sharon Turner | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Shelley Jenkins | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, twins Nicholas and Emily Taylor (2000) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Michael Stephens Irvin, Russell County, KY (1943-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mark Allen Acree, Columbia, KY native (1972-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In memory birthday, Gerald Elmore, Kings Mountain, KY (1946) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Carrie Richeson Matherly, Taylor Co., KY (1936) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Doris Rutledge Grinstead, Metcalfe Co., KY native (1925) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, June Grammes Butler Kemper Waukesha, WI (1934-2011) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Carl David Owens, Glasgow, KY (1957) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Delsie Campbell, Russell County, KY (1946) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Frances Wade Russell Springs, KY (1933) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dora Dean Atwood, Liberty, KY (1935) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ronnie Cash, Burkesville, KY (1961) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Willie (Elgin) Price, Taylor Co., KY (1928) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lonis Taylor, Adair County, KY (1928) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lillie Rector, 91, Russell Co., KY (1921) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Roger Romines, Adair County, KY (1955) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Joseph Michael Hardin, formerly of Taylor Co., KY (1950-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Essie Irene Atwell Froggett, Green Co., KY (1933-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Albie L. Crawley Scott, 95, Cumberland Co., KY (1920-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Eugene West, 71, Adair Co., KY (1944-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Roy David Richards, 71, Russell Co., KY (1944-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Shirley Sue Blythe Grider, 66, Burkesville, KY (1949-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jacqueline McAnelly, 65, Liberty, KY (1951-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kathleen Malone Harmon, Warren Co., KY/Taylor Co. native (1924-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Linda Sue Compton, 67, Adair County, KY (1950-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Rondal Scott, Cumberland Co., KY (1951) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Andrew Chadwell, 66, Adair County, KY (1952-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Christine Foley, 89, Russell Springs, KY (1931-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dee Appleby, 68, Jamestown, KY (1952-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Gene Dale Holmes, 68, Adair County, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Helen C. Murray, 69, Adair Co., KY (1954-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jack Bolin Morgan, Adair County, KY (1933-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Judy Kathy Dickson, 62, Breeding, KY (1962-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Harris, 97, Columbia, KY (1923-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Maye Wilson, 80, Russell Springs, KY (1941-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Phillip Wayne Bunch, 70, Jamestown, KY (1950-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Ruthie Maurine Hughes, 98, Glens Fork, KY (1923-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sharon D. Branham, Burkesville, KY (1963-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Friday, May 16, 2025 All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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