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KDE releases 2023-2024 accountability and assessment data

(FRANKFORT, KY) – The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) publicly released assessment and accountability data for the 2023-2024 school year on Oct. 3, as required by state statute and the …

Terre Haute Man Pleads Guilty to Firearms Trafficking Offense

Louisville, KY – Today, a Terre Haute, Indiana, man pleaded guilty to illegally transferring a firearm to a convicted felon.   U.S. Attorney Michael A. Bennett of the Western …

Student Resource Officer Spotlight: Adam Cravens

Editor’s note: Part one of a series on each Student Resource Officer in Adair County. For the last five years, Adam Cravens has served as the resident Student Resource Officer at Adair County …
Featured News
LWC President William T. Luckey Jr. stands with the Lindsey Wilson College 2024 National Alumni Association award recipients. From left: Luckey; Outstanding Young Alumna Award recipient Emiley Carnall ’12 McCullough; Distinguished Service Award recipient Linda Underwood King ’67; and Distinguished Alumnus Award recipient Bruce Harris ’08. Not in attendance: Honorary Alumnus Award recipient B.J. Burnett.
All Roads Led to Lindsey Wilson College for its 93rd Homecoming Celebration
There was one central theme at Lindsey Wilson College’s 93rd Homecoming celebration and that was the profound significance of coming home. Newly minted LWC Director of Alumni Relations …
The Warrior Muskie Hunt started by Bryan Harris seeks to support veterans with PTSD or disabilities by providing them the ability to connect with other veterans in the outdoors.
Saving lives with the cast of a line: Warrior Muskie Hunt braves storm
Soldiers are no strangers to braving harsh conditions. So, when Hurricane Helene’s remnants stretched into south central Kentucky on Friday, local nonprofit Warrior Muskie Hunt made the …
Mary Anne Loy spends much of her free time keeping up the Trabue-Russell House and getting it ready for an array of activities.
A VOLUNTEERING HISTORY: Mary Anne Loy
Mary Anne Loy is not from Adair County, but one could be forgiven for not knowing that given how involved she has been in her community over the years. In 2020, Loy directed the effort to get …
Around Kentucky
The LWC Band is Holding an Emergency Water Drive for Eastern Tennessee Community Devastated by the Remnants of Hurricane Helene
In response to the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene, the Lindsey Wilson College Blue Raider Band is organizing a water drive to help the community of Newport, Tennessee.  “The …
Scott Davis of Field & Main Bank Elected 2025 Chair of the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce
FRANKFORT, Ky. — Scott Davis, chairman and chief executive officer (CEO) of Field & Main Bank, has been elected to serve as chair of the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce for the 2025 term. …
Congressman Comer Recognizes Franklin County Law Enforcement Officers
WASHINGTON –  On Tuesday, October 1, 2024, Congressman James Comer (R-Ky) recognized local Franklin County law enforcement officers for their commitment and efforts to ensure the safety …
Marketplace

GARAGE SALE - October 4 & 5

Friday, Oct. 4 starting at 8 a.m. and Saturday, Oct. 5 starting at 8 a.m. located at 1954 Bull Run Rd. Items include women’s clothes size L and XL, household items including toasters, Coca …

YARD SALE - October 4 & 5

Big Fall sale this Friday, October 4 and Saturday, October 5 on HWY 206 at 190 Redbud Lane. Items include Christmas tree and décor, table and odd chairs, bar stool, egg incubator, antiques, …

GARAGE SALE - October 4 & 5

Friday, October 4 and Saturday, October 5 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. located at 161 Short Lane. RAIN OR SHINE. Items include a tiller, reciprocating saws, air compressor, 9” band saw, concrete …

YARD SALE - October 4 & 5

Friday, October 4 and Saturday, October 5 at 9750 Burkesville Road in Sparksville community (8 miles from Walmart) Items include men’s clothing, women’s purses, shoes, kitchenware, home …

YARD SALE - October 4 & 5

On Friday, October 4 and Saturday, October 5, there will be a two-party yard sale at 337 Summer Hill Dr from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Extension Office News
Adair County Extension Agent for Agriculture & Natural Resources.Nicholas Roy
Make a Difference with Deer Hunting
Maintaining a healthy deer population in Kentucky relies on hunting. When deer populations exceed the carrying capacity of their habitat, it negatively affects not only the deer but also humans and …
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, …
Adair County Extension Agent for Agriculture & Natural Resources.Nicholas Roy
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 …
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Childhood Obesity a Major Concern Across Lake Cumberland District
Childhood obesity is a critical public health problem that affects many kids today. It means that a child has too much body fat, which can lead to serious health issues. Doctors use the Body Mass …
Celebrating National Breastfeeding Awareness Month: Nurturing Health and Bonding
August is a special month dedicated to celebrating and promoting the vital practice of breastfeeding, an important aspect of maternal and infant health. National Breastfeeding Awareness Month shines …
T.J. Samson Community Hospital Earns an ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group
Glasgow, KY – T.J. Samson Community Hospital earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, a national nonprofit watchdog that sets standards for excellence in patient …
Sports
Adair County Sports
Alexis Eldridge, Konner Houchens, Addison Chapman, Ella Brown (Tournament MVP), Makayla White, Mattie Wethington, Paisley Shehan, Kaylence Bennett, Ila Loy, Kailyn Shepherd, Makayla Miller, and Coach Mike Sneed after winning the eighth grade championship at CKMSAC.
Eighth graders become CKMSAC Champs
The Adair County Middle School eighth grade girls’ basketball team played against Russell County and Campbellsville on Saturday in their championship match of CKMSAC. After the balls quit …
Riley Yarberry, Jazlyn Kemp, and Lily Adams beam after receiving their commemorative plaques for Senior Night.
Senior Night leads to back-to-back wins for volleyball team
During Senior Night for Adair County Volleyball, the Indians handily defeated Barren County two to zero. Jazlyn Kemp, Riley Yarberry and Lilly Adams are the three graduating seniors from the …
After Glasgow win, Indians gear up for historic Hart County match
For their sixth win of the season, the Adair County Indians maintained their flawless streak by defeating Glasgow last Thursday 21 to 14—the first win from the Indians against Glasgow in two …
Opinion
THE BEST OFFENSE IS OFTEN A GOOD DEFENSE
In sports, it’s often said that the best offense is a good defense. Regarding school safety, Kentucky has emerged as a national leader in playing defense—keeping our students, teachers, …
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 …
Obituaries

Vince Allen Grider

Vince Allen Grider, 66, of Columbia, passed away Tuesday, September 24, 2024 at his residence. He was born in Columbia on June 1, 1958 to the late Calvin Eugene Grider and Joyce York Eiseman. He was …

Tony Eugene Gabehart

Tony Eugene Gabehart, 57, of Knifley, passed away Saturday, September 28,2024 at Norton Hospital in Louisville. He was born in Campbellsville on January 11, 1967 to the late Samuel Eugene …

Stevie Joe York

Stevie Joe York, 64, of Columbia, passed away Friday, September 27, 2024 at his residence. He was born in Cumberland County on October 8, 1958 to the late Donell Louis York and Shirley Garmon Oliver. …
Public Record
District Court, September 30, 2024
Sept. 30 Judge Michael Loy Amber Shuffett, 36, theft by unlawful taking or disposition shoplifting under $500. Plea of guilty, order entered (2024) Kari Jean Clear, 40, theft by unlawful taking …
District Court, September 25, 2024
Sept. 25 Judge Steve Hurt Zachary Mann, 23, fugitive from another state, warrant required. Waiver signed (2024) Rebecca McClintock, 32, two counts of parent/custodian send child to school, first …
Civil Rights
District Court, September 11, 2024
Sept. 11 Judge Michael Loy Brittany Dunn, 32, parent/custodian send child to school, first or second offense; unlawful transaction with a minor, 3rd degree. Review set for Nov. 6 (2023) Ryan …
Land transfers
Land Transfers - September 19, 2024 Issue
Todd A. Green, Columbia to Jordan and Whittney Shelton, Columbia. Property located in Adair County described as being located on Lampton Ln., containing 1.86 acres more or less. $245,300. Chris …