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Daily News for Friday, July 18, 2025
Boil Water Advisory issued From Columbia/Adair Utilities District Date Issued 7/18/2025, Time Issued 6:30pmCT A Boil Water Advisory is in effect for consumers on James Karnes Road, Cane Valley Mill Road, Pelham Branch Road, Sulphur Springs Road, Old Greenberg Road, Vanhoy Lane, and any sides roads in between. The advisory has been issued due to a main line break. Following such an event, the potential exists for bacteriological contamination of the water supply therefore this Boil Water Advisory has been issued as a precautionary measure. Until further notice, boil all water used for drinking and cooking, bringing the water to a rolling boil for three minutes before using. This advisory will remain in effect until the situation has been corrected and test results have shown the water to be of an acceptable quality. For more information concerning the Boil Water Advisory, contact Bradley Miller at Columbia Adair Utilities District, 270-384-2181. 2025-07-18 20:55:38 | Comments | Printable version
Thompson joins Golden Rule-Wilson Dillan Thompson has received his Apprentice Auctioneers License, and will be joining Golden Rule-Wilson Real Estate & Auction. Dillan is from Taylor County and recently moved to Green County with his family. He is married to his high school sweetheart, Hannah, and they will celebrate 10 years of marriage this year. They have four children who are their true blessings. Their main goal as a family is to do God's will and always put Him first. Dillan and his family enjoy farming, traveling, camping, and fishing. He's worked in the automotive industry, owned an equipment rental business, and has been dealing in real estate for the last decade. He has been around all kinds of auctions, nearly all his life. Chris Wilson, Broker and Auctioneer at Golden Rule-Wilson, says, "Golden Rule-Wilson Real Estate & Auction looks forward to working with Dillan. Dillan has a good knowledge of the Taylor & Green County areas, and we think that his knowledge together with Golden Rule-Wilson's marketing expertise will serve those areas better than ever before." 2025-07-18 17:05:24 | Comments | Printable version
KADB approves more than $580K for area projects From Madison Pergrem Frankfort, KY - The Kentucky Agricultural Development Board approved $3,433,566 for agricultural diversification and rural development projects across the Commonwealth at its monthly board meeting on July 18, 2025, including the following local area awards:
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Gertrude K. Tedder, 98, Adair Co., KY (1927-2025) Gertrude Knifley Tedder passed away on Friday, July 18, 2025 at the Grandview Nursing and Rehab Center. She was 98 years old. The funeral service will be held at 1pmCT on Monday, July 21, 2025, at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home, 200 Campbellsville Street, Columbia, KY, with Bro. Robert Brock and Bro. Hugh Withers officiating. Burial will follow in Haven Hill Cemetery Visitation is requested at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home on Monday, July 21, 2025 from 11amCT until 1pmCT. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-07-18 12:54:48 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
KSP: Investigation leads to a drug trafficking arrest From Trooper Jonathan Houk Russell Springs, KY - On the evening of July 17, 2025, Kentucky State Police (KSP) Post 15 Troopers, in conjunction with local law enforcement, conducted a drug investigation in Russell County, leading to the arrest of an individual for trafficking controlled substances with an approximate street value of $25,000. KSP Troopers conducted a joint investigation with the Russell County Sheriff's Office (RCSO) to attempt to locate a wanted male at a residence on Briar Patch Road in Russell County. Upon arrival in the area, Troopers observed an SUV parked with an open back hatch and several individuals standing around the vehicle. As the Troopers walked by the SUV, they smelled the odor of marijuana coming from the vehicle. The Troopers observed several bags of suspected marijuana as well as suspected methamphetamine in the back hatch area of the vehicle. Troopers located approximately 2 pounds of suspected methamphetamine and 8 ounces of suspected marijuana. There was also a large sum of cash and drug paraphernalia located during the investigation. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-07-18 12:49:51 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports
2025 Floral Hall a success From Dylan Gentry Adair County Extension Office The Adair County Floral Hall was held from July 16-18, 2025, sponsored by the Adair County Fair Board. This year marked the most significant update to the Floral Hall categories in the competition's history. The major redesign aimed to boost participation, enhance competition, and bring the Floral Hall back to its nostalgic roots. The 2025 Floral Hall has come to a close, with tons of unique and talented submissions in a wide variety of categories. Congratulations to all the folks who submitted entries in the 2025 Floral Hall. The following people had winning entries in one or more categories:
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Friday and Saturday at the Adair County Fair The Adair County Fair is gearing up for its two big final days - Friday and Saturday, July 18 and 19, 2025 - of pageants and the small car derby. Mother nature has cooperated as much as possible with spotty, intermittent rains passing over quickly and moving out, allowing for everything to continue as scheduled. Comments to the Fair Association members have been positive for this first full fair in many years, and every night the crowd has gotten a little larger. Check Columbia Magazine events for times for all the excitement. 2025-07-18 10:31:08 | Comments | Printable version
Paul Edward Roy, 85, Russell County, KY Paul Edward Roy, of Russell Springs, Kentucky, passed peacefully from this life on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, in Campbellsville, Kentucky, with his loving family by his side. He was 85 years, 3 months, and 14 days of age. Paul was born on April 2, 1940, in Russell Springs, Kentucky, to the late Garland Roy and Mary Scales Roy. He was a faithful servant of the ministry for nearly 60 years and a devoted member of Mt. Eden Baptist Church. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-07-18 10:22:48 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Obituaries
Boil Water Advisory lifted From Columbia/Adair Utilities District July 18, 2025 As of 8:45am on July 18, 2025 the Boil Water Advisory for customers on Hurt Street, Harvey Street, 802-1011 Jamestown Street, and 705-908 Russell Road has been lifted by the Division of Water. This means your water is safe for human consumption. You no longer have to boil your water. 2025-07-18 10:03:41 | Comments | Printable version
Ribbon cutting planned for Bayou Brotherz Louisiana Fish House From Kim Harwood, Executive Director Edmonton Metcalfe Chamber of Commerce Please join the Edmonton-Metcalfe County Chamber of Commerce at 10:30amCT on Thursday, August 14, 2025, as we host a ribbon cutting for Bayou Brotherz Louisiana Fish House. Register for door prizes, then stay and enjoy one of the delicious lunch specials of the day while you are there! Bayou Brotherz Louisiana Fish House is located at 698 Crail Hope Road in northern Metcalfe County. 2025-07-18 09:40:35 | Comments | Printable version
Second statewide permit testing event on Aug 2 Due to unforeseen technical circumstances, the Kentucky State Police are postponing today's online registration for the statewide testing event scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 2, until next week. Updates will be provided as they are available. From Sherry Bray Frankfort, KY - Team Kentucky will once again offer a statewide event on Saturday, August 2, 2025, to help interested Kentuckians obtain their permit. Appointments are available to all Kentuckians who are eligible to apply. According to state law, applicants must be at least 15 years of age to apply. Applicants can take the test at any of the 12 counties offered. The Columbia office isn't included in this round, but Bowling Green, Elizabethtown, and Frankfort are. The Kentucky State Police (KSP), which administers state driver testing, will release the appointments on Friday, July 18, 2025, beginning at 1pmCT, through the online scheduling portal at telegov.egov.com/KSP. This one-day event does not include road skills or CDL testing. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-07-18 09:21:56 | Comments | Printable version
KYTC: Continued text message scam posing as state agency From Allen Blair Frankfort, KY - The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) warns Kentuckians of continuous reports of fraudulent text messages received by residents impersonating the state agency which features a suspicious link similar to Kentucky government website addresses. The scam messages warn customers of unpaid traffic tickets and say that a "DMV violation" will be reported and "driving privileges" will be suspended if payment is not sent immediately. We are taking appropriate steps to request to have the fraudulent websites taken down. Kentuckians are encouraged to follow the tips and recommendations below to avoid disclosing sensitive information to scammers. Article continues... click title or click here to read whole article. 2025-07-18 09:16:14 | Comments | Printable version Birthdays and Anniversaries for July 18 Happy Anniversary, Wallace & Sharon Feese (1967) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Billy & Libby Fudge (1980) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Davey & Sarah Burton (2009) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Kathryn & Jeffrey Yarberry (2009) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Kevin & Tamra Atwood (1998) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Mike & Kim Barbee | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Troy & Susan (Sharpe) Pollard (1989) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Anna Campbell | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Bobby Morrison | (Updates/Corrections) Happy birthday, Chris Oliver. LWC Head Football Coach (1981) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, David Absher | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Doug Hoots | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Estelene Hayes | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Felicia Morgan (1994) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, George Thomas Keltner (1926) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jalen Bubba Rogers | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jane Breeding (1955) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jason Cross | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jeff Richards | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Jeffrey Merrill "Meff" Hodges | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Joe Absher | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Joey Burton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, John Michael Stalcup | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Joseph Absher | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, JR Murphy | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Kayla Adams | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Kayla Janes | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Kristi Taylor | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Madison Williams (2007) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Robert L. Dial (1989) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Tanja Staton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, twins Kolt and Cooper King (2008) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Business Anniversary, Libby's, (2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Julia Gosser, 85, Russell Co., KY (1929-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sis. Mildred Richardson McGinnis, Adair native (1953-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Joyce Marie Jones Graham, Campbellsville, KY (1943-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, John S. Casey, Russell Springs, KY (1982-2020) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Valerie Dawn Melton Keith 30, Adair Co., KY. (July 18, 1973 ~ Sept. 7, 2003) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Sharon Redford Campbell, 69, Knifley, KY native (1940) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Florence Opal Coomer, Green Co., KY (1919-2010) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, J.C. Rooks, Adair Co., KY (1934) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Dorothy (Dottie) Law, Taylor Co., KY (1939) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Harry Newcomb, Taylor County, KY (1941) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Charles Morrison, Taylor County, KY (1922) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Martha Mae Scott Sells, Bow, KY (1932) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Enola Belle Foley Arms, Russell County, KY (1927-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Former Russell CJE, Terril Flanagan, Jamestown, KY (1935-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Exie Wise Shively, 103, Finley, KY (1910-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bobby J. Hadley, Jamestown, KY (1958-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Garland A. Davis, Casey County, KY (1937-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Maxine Rowe, Adair County, KY (1934-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Michael Lawless, 66, Russell Co., KY (1948-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Pansy Faye Malone, 68, Russell County, KY (1947-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Shilene Nichols, Casey County, KY (1984-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Helen Marie Spradlin, 84, Taylor Co., KY (1931-2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, \Mrs. Mary Lou Posey Edwards, Green Co., KY (1949-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Betty Melvin Roar, 81, Wurtland, KY (1934-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Latoka Rose Wilson, Edmonton, KY (1932-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Olen (Toby) Tucker, Sr., 70, Russell Co., KY (1947-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Margaret Mason Smith, 45, Jefferson Co. native/Green County, KY (1972-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jacqueline Luttrell, Alexandria, VA/ Russell County, KY native/ (1932-2018) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Imogene (Clemmons) Romines, 83, Metcalfe County, KY | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Floyd Lee (Tinker) Randolph, 63, Liberty, KY (1957-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, George Thomas Keltner, 94, Columbia, KY (1926-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jessie Thomas Russell, 57, Adair County, KY (1960-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Joseph Todd McCullough, Taylor Co., KY/Jefferson Co., KY native (1968-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Madonna Sue LeMaster Hawkins, 87, Russell Springs, KY (1934-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Paul W. Wilson, 72, Russell Springs, KY (1949-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Phyllis Rogers Green, 74, Columbia, KY (1946-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Shirley Jean Shaw Reece, 75, Metcalfe County, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Stephen Louallen, 67, Taylor County, KY (1951-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, William O. Montgomery, 81, Taylor County, KY (1938-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) Events scheduled for Friday, July 18, 2025 All events are listed in Central Time. Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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