McConnell on Sheriff’s Deputy Phipps Killed in Line of Duty

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding Russell County Sheriff's Deputy Josh Phipps being …

Kentucky State Police Investigates Officer-Involved Shooting in Russell County

RUSSELL SPRINGS, Ky. (Sept. 17, 2024) - The Kentucky State Police (KSP) Critical Incident Response Team has been requested to investigate an officer-involved shooting that occurred on September …

Community Mourns After Russell County Officer Dies in Line of Duty

The region mourns after Russell County Deputy Josh Phipps was killed in the line of duty Monday evening. The city of Russell Springs was put on alert during an active shooter situation. Details have …

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Gov. Beshear, Kentucky State Police Provide Update on Search for Suspect in I-75 Shooting

LONDON, Ky. (Sept. 17, 2024) – Today, Gov. Andy Beshear and Kentucky State Police (KSP), along with local, state and federal partners, provided an update on the search for Joseph …

Major drug bust nets two Adair men

Pulaski County Sheriff Bobby Jones reported Wednesday the arrest of two Adair County brothers through a multi-county investigation that led to drug trafficking charges. Frederick L. Ennis, 37, …

Turn Around, Don't Drown

Each year across the US, more deaths occur due to flooding than from any other thunderstorm related hazard. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report that over half of all flood-related …

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Extension Office News

Adair County Extension Agent for Agriculture & Natural Resources.Nicholas Roy

Upcoming educational programs focus on wildlife and crops

Residents of Adair County and the surrounding areas are invited to attend two upcoming educational programs that aim to enhance both agricultural practices and wildlife management. These events, …

CAIP Applications start August 1

The Adair County Cattlemen’s Association will begin taking applications for the County Agriculture Investment Program starting on August 1st. The deadline to apply is August 21st. Applications …

Toxic plants and livestock

Summer brings an abundance of plant growth, storms, and sometimes lower pasture forage availability due to dry weather. This combination can result in cattle consuming plants that are toxic. Experts …

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Celebrating National Breastfeeding Awareness Month: Nurturing Health and Bonding

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T.J. Samson Community Hospital Earns an ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group

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Adair County Sports

Boys’ golf team narrowly loses to Metcalfe

The middle grade boys golf team narrowly lost a match against Metcalfe on Monday evening. Despite all the boys scoring well across the board, with most of them shooting games of below 40, Adair …

Volleyball becomes Silver Bracket Champions

Following a loss in Marion County on Thursday, the Adair County volleyball team played a series of games on Saturday at the LWC Wellness Center. There, the players won three out of five of their …

Storms cut Indians short again

For the second game in a row, the Adair County Indians football team has had a winning game cut short due to lightning. While it is unfortunate for both Adair and opposing team, LaRue, the game could …

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Opinion

COMMEMORATING SEPTEMBER 11

On Wednesday, America will commemorate the 23rd anniversary of the tragic events of September 11, 2001. On this day, we pause to honor the memory of the nearly 3,000 lives lost in the attacks on the …

LEGISLATIVE UPDATE: Ballot Amendment 2: Voters will have say in education funding

With voting in this year’s general election beginning in just a few weeks, we are all hearing and seeing more and more about the proposed constitutional amendments, particularly ballot …

With Three Decades in News Reporting, I've Never Witnessed Such Destruction

First, let me be completely honest: I have no respect for Larry Russell Bryant. I have covered government on the local level and at some points the state level for more than three decades and I have …

Celebrating the Purple Heart: America’s oldest medal

The Purple Heart. Just saying those three words creates a sense of awe and honor, a respect for service and sacrifice. The Purple Heart is the oldest military award still given, with roots that date …

Let’s talk about America this Independence Day

This July 4, citizens across our country will celebrate the 248 th birthday of our nation. Cities will hold their annual parades and firework shows, friends and family members will host barbeques in …

Tommy Cape

Tommy Cape, 67, of the Cundiff community, died Thursday, September 5, 2024 at Taylor Regional Hospital in Campbellsville. He was born December 4, 1956 in Adair County to the late Virgil and Mable …

Larry Scott Power

Larry Scott Power, 67, of Columbia, passed away Thursday, September 5, 2024 at T. J. Health Columbia. He was born on November 12, 1956 in Indiana to the late Delbert Leroy Power and Frances Ellen …

Rhoda Sue Schubert

Rhoda Sue Schubert, 83, of Wheaton, Illinois died Tuesday, September 3, 2024 at her home. She was born September 23, 1940 in Adair County to the late Murrie and Opal Hovious Knifley. In addition to …

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Public Record

District Court, September 9, 2024

Sept. 9 Judge Michael Loy Mary A. Smith, 35, tampering with physical evidence. Plea of not guilty, preliminary hearing set for Sept. 25 (2024) Brandon Burton, 34, public intoxication of a …

District Court, September 4, 2024

Sept. 4 Judge Michael Loy Candice N. Thomas, 43, driving on DUI suspended license, first offense; operating a motor vehicle under the influence of a controlled substance, second offense, …

District Court, August 28, 2024

Aug. 28 Judge Michael Loy Alvan V. McQueen, 48, alcohol intoxication in a public place, first or second offense. Plea of guilty, $248 (2024) Jarred K. Stewart, 22, no/expired registration …

Land transfers

Land Transfers - September 12, 2024 Issue

Brian Hargrove and Jared Stargel, dba H and S Properties, Columbia and Brian and Brandy Hargrove, Columbia and Jared and Amber Stargel, Columbia to Eva and David Owen Nelson, Columbia. Property …