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Sheriff’s Office Responds To Motorcycle Vs Vehicle Collision On Highway 1952, Traffic And Criminal Charges Pending

On Monday, June 15, 2026, the Adair County Sheriff's Office responded to KY HWY 1952, to a motorcycle vs vehicle collision.  Bruce Thompson, 41, of Columbia, was operating a 2003 Yamaha motorcycle, on the wrong side of the roadway, and struck a Chevy Tahoe, being operated by Dustin Alley, 36, of Columbia, head on.  Thompson was taken to a Lexington hospital by Air-Evac for treatment of his injuries.  Alley or his two juvenile passengers […]

todayJune 18, 2026

Local News

Columbia Police Arrests Florida Man For Robbery

The Columbia Police Department was dispatched to Walmart on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at approximately 9:16 a.m. (CST), regarding a male subject who had allegedly concealed unpaid merchandise while inside the store. As the subject attempted to exit the store, he reportedly made physical contact with and pushed a Walmart employee who was attempting to intervene.  Officers quickly responded to the area and located the suspect at a nearby business. The subject was taken into custody without incident.  Ja’Michael Antonio Butler, 28, […]

todayJune 17, 2026

Local News

Sheriff’s Office Arrests Columbia Woman On Multiple Charges After Greensburg Road Reckless Driver Complaint

On Wednesday, June 17, 2026, the Adair County Sheriff's Office responded to a reckless driver complaint on Greensburg Road.  Jessica Hensley, 37, of Columbia was arrested and charged with the following:  •Operating a Motor Vehicle Under the Influence 2nd Offense  •Possession of Controlled Substance 3rd Degree - Drug Unspecified  •Trafficking in Controlled Substance 1st Degree, 1st Offense - Greater than 2 Grams of Methamphetamine  Arrest was made by Deputy Sheriff Hunter Tweedy, […]

todayJune 17, 2026

Community

Adair County Sheriff’s Office Alert: Pink Meth Discovered

From Sheriff Gary Roy: “On a recent arrest, Adair County Sheriff’s Office came across a pink colored substance that tested positive for methamphetamine.  We just wanted to inform the public to be aware of this, as we think the color change could be used to try to lure in the younger generation.  Please stay vigilant and contact the Sheriff’s Office with questions or concerns you may have.  Thank you and God bless you!”  (Sheriff […]

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Obituaries

Joseph “Joe” Garland Martin

December 18, 1954  -  June 13, 2026 Joseph “Joe” Garland Martin, of Campbellsville, the son of the late Garland field Martin and Naomi (Burris) Martin, was born December 18, 1954 in Taylor County, KY and departed this life on Saturday, June 13, 2026 at his home. He was 71 years of age. He was a former handyman and of the Christian faith. Joe enjoyed fishing, lifting weights, watching sports and cooking. Survivors […]

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Obituaries

Mary Theresa Mills

January 30, 1932 — June 15, 2026 Mary Theresa Mills of Campbellsville, daughter of the late Virgil Victor Mills and Ada Lee Stamp Mills, was born January 30, 1932 in Taylor County, Kentucky. She died at 10:30 A.M., Monday, June 15, 2026 in Campbellsville. Age: 94 She had made a profession of faith in Christ and was a member of Merrimac Christian Church. Mary was a homemaker. She is survived […]

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Obituaries

Darrell Hunt

October 17, 1934 — June 15, 2026 Darrell Hunt of Campbellsville, son of the late Oliver Hunt and Elva Hunt, was born October 17, 1934 in Taylor County, Kentucky. He died at 8:39 A.M., Monday, June 15, 2026 in Campbellsville. Age: 91 He professed faith in Christ and was a member of Mt. Gilboa Baptist Church. Darrell was also an active member with the Gideons International for many years. He […]

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Local News

Mark Twain Storytelling Festival Offers Valuable Lessons To Lindsey Wilson University Student Organizers 

Starting festival has given students real-world lessons in arts management.  by Duane Bonifer  COLUMBIA, KY. (06/17/2026) For a relatively young academic program, the Lindsey Wilson University arts administration program is already making a big splash.  Its latest contribution will take center stage on June 19-20 when the inaugural Mark Twain Storytelling Festival is held on campus. The event -- which celebrates Mark Twain's ancestral ties to Columbia -- is the product of […]

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Local News

Terran Duncan Named Lindsey Wilson University Women’s Basketball Coach 

Longtime Blue Raider assistant coach from Metcalfe County 'well-prepared to take on this role.'  by Duane Bonifer  COLUMBIA, KY. (06/17/2026) Longtime Lindsey Wilson University assistant coach Terran Duncan has been named women's basketball head coach.  Duncan, who is the program's fifth head coach, succeeds 37-year veteran John Wethington, who has been named assistant to the president for athletics development.  "This is a dream job," said Duncan, who spent the last 11 seasons […]

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