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Last day to register to vote is today, Oct 5, 2026

October 5, 2026 is the last day to register to vote. Registration must be complete either online at govote.ky.gov or in person at the Adair County Clerk's Office,  inside the annex building, 424 …

Fire departments respond to transfer station

The Columbia–Adair County Fire Department was dispatched at 12:39 a.m. Thursday morning to the Adair County Transfer Station, 877 L Willis Road, on a report of a structure fire. Upon arrival, …

Road Closure Notice Tomorrow for Candlelight Vigil Honoring Trooper Hayden Phillips

  COLUMBIA, Ky. (September 30, 2026) – Kentucky State Police, along with the Kentucky State Highway Department, will be closing a short portion of Jamestown Street (KY55) near KSP Post 15 …

New shelter fills a growing need

J.O.Y. Ministries dedicated a new men’s shelter Monday, giving the organization a new resource to serve a population it previously had been unable to accommodate. Hannah Peck, vice president of …

Students go all in for agricultural education

Agricultural education took center stage in Adair County schools last week as students explored everything from pumpkins and marketing to farm safety. All In for Ag Education Week gave Adair County …

A KSP trooper with close ties to Adair County dies after being shot during traffic stop

Kentucky State Police has confirmed that Trooper Hayden Phillips died from a gunshot wound sustained during a traffic stop on Interstate 65 North in Bowling Green. The incident occurred around 2 p.m. …

Downtown Days traffic notice

Downtown Days traffic announcement   The Public Square will be closed to traffic for the annual Downtown Days Fall Festival beginning Friday, October 9th at 10 a.m. The Public Square …

Property dispute leaves church without water

A dispute between Gradyville Baptist Church and neighboring property owners Martin and Timothy Shafer has escalated from disagreements during church services to a dispute over a waterline, property …

Magistrates override judge to call meeting so sheriff’s deputies get paid

The strained relationships in our county government have been ongoing for the past three-plus years, but the lame duck season has shown a shift in how the lack of cooperation is being addressed on …

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Middle school football secures spot in championship
Last Thursday, the Adair County Middle School Indians football team traveled to Green County for the final conference game of the regular season. The Tribe came out victorious with a 26-24 …
Adair sweeps Heartland Conference cross country titles
The Adair County Indians and Lady Indians swept the varsity team titles at the 2026 Heartland Athletic Conference Cross Country Championship on Tuesday at Adair County High School. “Hosting the …
MORE THAN MAKING ART: NAHS gives Adair students a place to create and explore
For students who love art, the National Art Honor Society at Adair County High School is about more than making something look good. It gives students a chance to create, compete, travel and see what …

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Around Kentucky
 State safety leaders urge caution as deer activity rises
FRANKFORT, Ky. (KT) – With deer activity and collisions on the rise during the fall, state highway safety officials are reminding drivers that the best defense against a deer-related crash is to …
Veterans Center opens in Bowling Green
BOWLING GREEN, KY. (KT) – Gov. Andy Beshear joined veterans, military families and state and community leaders Tuesday to open the new $53 million Robert E. Spiller Bowling Green Veterans Center. …
Remembering a farm safety pioneer
Pioneer of farm safety. Instigator of farmer mental health and suicide awareness. Volunteer firefighter. Farmer. Mentor. Father. Grandfather. Friend. These are just a few of the many titles that Dale …
Kentucky to receive millions in federal funding for mental health services
Kentucky will receive $17 million in federal funding from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, Gov. Andy Beshear announced Monday.  The money will be used to …
Attorney General's Office Helps Secure Child Predator Conviction
FRANKFORT, Ky. (Sept. 14, 2026) –  Attorney General Russell Coleman announced today a guilty verdict for a child predator following a two-day jury trial. A Russell County jury found …
Kentucky measles cases still on the rise
As of Sept. 14, Kentucky has confirmed 42 cases of measles in its current outbreak, up from 35 cases a week ago, according to the state’s measles dashboard. The dashboard is updated daily by 10 …

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2026 Election

Grimsley files for Columbia City Council

Charles Grimsley filed for Columbia City Council on May 21. Grimsley is a former member of the council. 

Incumbent Terry W. Harvey files for District 1 school board

Terry W. Harvey, District 1 incumbent, filed for reelection as school board member. Pictured with Harvey is his wife, Brenda Harvey. 

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Extension Office News
 What you need to know about the New World Screwworm
New World Screwworm is in the headlines currently. What should you know and what should you be worried about? New world Screwworm is the larva of the New World Screwworm Fly. These flies find an open …
Adair County Extension Agent for Agriculture & Natural Resources.Nicholas Roy
Garden workshop will share tips, tricks and handy devices
Join the Adair County Extension Master Gardeners on Tuesday, April 28 at 5:30 p.m. for an engaging program focused on making your garden more efficient and your plants more productive. This …
Adair County Extension Agent for Agriculture & Natural Resources.Nicholas Roy
Reducing fertilizer costs
The blooming of forsythia and daffodils is an annual reminder that the crop season is quickly approaching. This time of year, many producers begin fertilizing grass hay and pastures while preparing …

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Adair County Schools
 MORE THAN MAKING ART: NAHS gives Adair students a place to create and explore
For students who love art, the National Art Honor Society at Adair County High School is about more than making something look good. It gives students a chance to create, compete, travel and see what …
JAG prepares students for life beyond the classroom
For students at Adair County High School, preparing for life after graduation means more than earning a diploma. Through Jobs for America’s Graduates, students are learning how to navigate the …
Taking you inside the clubs, organizations and activities happening around our schools.
For Adair County High School students, HOSA is more than a club. It is a chance to explore health care, compete, travel and figure out what they might want to do after high school. Health services …
Indians golf reaches midpoint of season with strong results
The Adair County High School boys’ golf team has reached the halfway point of its season, and coach Zach Madewell said the Indians have continued to improve while facing tough competition. Adair …
School Board Agenda for July 16, 2026
Regular School Board Meeting July 16, 2026 5:00 PM CST 6:00 PM EST Adair County Board of Education 1204 Greensburg Street Columbia, Ky 42728 1. Call to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Prayer 4. …

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Sports
Adair County Sports

Lady Indians battle Cumberland, sweep Clinton

The Adair Co. Middle School Lady Indians battled through a pair of games Monday and Tuesday, finishing the two-night stretch with three wins against Clinton Co. Monday night, Adair Co. faced …

Adair volleyball keeps momentum rolling

The Adair County Lady Indians volleyball team continued its strong season Saturday, hosting the fourth annual Adair County Classic and battling through four matches to finish the day undefeated. Head …

Indians look to respond, finish season strong after Friday night loss

The Adair County Indians will use Friday night’s 50-10 loss as an opportunity to reset, raise the intensity and refocus on finishing the football season strong. Head coach Cameron Dukes said the …

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Lindsey Wilson University
 LWU to award 278 degrees at summer commencement
Before the Lindsey Wilson University community officially welcomes the Class of 2030 to campus on Aug. 22, it will hold one more celebration of the Class of 2026. For the first time in school …
Lindsey Wilson IMAGINE! Youth Theatre to present ‘Stuart Little: The Musical’
Lindsey Wilson University’s IMAGINE! Youth Theatre will present Stuart Little: The Musical as part of the TheatreFest! summer series. Based on the classic children’s book by E.B. White, the …
During his 37-year coaching career at Lindsey Wilson University, John B. Wethington’s women’s basketball teams won a program-best 737 games, claimed eight conference championships and made 20 appearances in the NAIA National Tournament.
LWU WOMEN’S BASKETBALL COACH RETIRES
Lindsey Wilson University women’s basketball coach John B. Wethington, the longest-serving college basketball coach in Kentucky and the winningest active NAIA women’s basketball coach, is …
Lindsey Wilson University Nursing Graduates Achieve 100% Pass Rate on National Licensure Exam
  This is the second consecutive year LWU nursing graduates have received a perfect score on the licensing exam. COLUMBIA, KY (05/07/2026) Graduates from the Lindsey Wilson University …
Four Lindsey Wilson University employees who are retiring during the 2025-26 academic year were honored with a university-branded rocking chair at the annual Employee Appreciation Dinner, held Wednesday, April 16, in the Roberta D. Cranmer Dining & Conference Center. From left: Sharon Shields-Smock, assistant registrar with 15 years of service; Susan Vickous, assistant professor of nursing with 10 years of service; Kerry Robertson, associate professor of english with 30 years of service. Not pictured: Judy Bryant, an a.m. server with 15 years of service
Lindsey Wilson University Honors 55 Employees During First Employee Appreciation Week as a University
Annual dinner and awards ceremony recognize milestone years of service and four retirees. The Lindsey Wilson University community celebrated its annual Employee Appreciation Week with a dinner …

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Opinion
Pamela Hoots
Letter to Editor: Supports sports complex
Due to recent events I felt I would prepare this statement to ensure my beliefs are clear. Earlier this year the Columbia City Council passed a measure to explore a possible sports complex for our …
Letter to the Editor: Not opposed to sports complex
As most of you know, I am the chairman of the Columbia-Adair County Economic Development Authority. I received a letter, dated March 5, 2026, from Mayor Pamela Hoots inquiring about possible land …
Local politics, oh my
It is now 2026, and that means it’s local election year! For those of us involved or at least interested in our local community, it’s a time of great importance. We choose our leaders for the …

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Obituaries

Brian R. Marsden

Brian R. Marsden, 57, of Columbia, died Friday, September 25, 2026, at his residence. He was born July 20, 1969, in Chicago, Illinois to the late Barry and Jolean Campbell Marsden. Brian had served …

Misty Lee Conover

Misty Lee Conover, 38, of Russell Springs, passed away at her home Wednesday, September 23, 2026. She was born June 6, 1987, in Taylor County, to Tommy Conover of Russell Springs and the late Joyce …

Melissa Gail Huff

Melissa Gail Huff, 56, of Columbia, died Monday, September 28, 2026, at U.K. Medical Center in Lexington. She was born December 4, 1969, and was preceded in death by her father, Lemuel “Buck” …

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Public Record
 Land Transfers 9.29.26
Marlton and Beverly Loy of Columbia to Jacob Abrell of Russell Springs. Property located in Adair County described as being 32.139 acres located on Sparkesville Rd. $180,000 Jason Scott of Edmonton …
District 9.23.26
Sept. 23, 2026 Judge Michael Loy Marcus Allen Samuell, 25, speeding 25 mph over limit; reckless driving; fleeing or evading police in a motor vehicle, 1st degree; disregarding stop sign; failure …
Land Transfers 9.24.26
William Kenneth Hopper and Judith Ann Hiemenga of Shelby, MI to Kendra Corbin of Columbia. Property located in Adair County described as being 0.9 acres located on Watson St. $210,000 William Shelton …

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