Columbia Police Department Launches “Operation Christmas Spirit” Donation Drive

The Columbia Police Department is spreading holiday cheer this season with Operation Christmas Spirit — a community donation drive to help local Adair County children and elderly residents, along with […]
Mayor Hoots, City Of Columbia Welcomes Granny’s Deals With Ribbon-Cutting

Granny’s Deals, located on Hurt Street in Columbia, had their ribbon-cutting on Thursday afternoon. They offer candles, gift items, bedding, sheets, and home décor, as well as Christmas items. Their hours currently are Thursday […]
Structure Fire on Heart Lane Contained by Taylor County Firefighters November 12, 2025

Late Wednesday evening, the Taylor County Fire Department responded to a structure fire at 14 Heart Lane. The alarm was received at 10:39 PM, and firefighters arrived on scene just […]
eSearch Warrant Program Rollout Complete, Now Live In All 120 Kentucky Counties

‘This is a significant milestone for the justice community’ FRANKFORT, Ky., Nov. 13, 2025 – The rollout of the eSearch Warrant program that lets police request and judges authorize or deny search […]
Kentuckians Reminded To Move Over On Roadways To Keep First Responders Safe

Nov. 17-21 is Crash Responder Safety Week. FRANKFORT, Ky. (Nov. 13, 2025) – During Crash Responder Safety Week, Nov. 17-21, Team Kentucky reminds drivers to slow down, move over and stay alert […]
T.J. Regional Health Breaks Ground On Innovative Healthcare Facility In Smiths Grove

New 16,000-square-foot facility brings advanced, accessible care—and Kentucky’s first-of-its kind drive-through health services—to Warren County. SMITHS GROVE, KY — T.J. Regional Health celebrated the groundbreaking of its new state-of-the-art healthcare […]
Columbia Police Arrest Local Man For Drug Possession, Operating Motor Vehicle Under The Influence Charge

Columbia, Kentucky (November 12th, 2025) – The Columbia Police Department responded to a call at the Family Dollar parking lot on Wednesday afternoon, after receiving a report of a male […]
Representative Neighbors Continues Efforts To Protect Access To Health Care

Frankfort, Kentucky (November 11, 2025) – As Kentucky lawmakers prepare to convene the 2026 Regular Session in January, Representative Amy Neighbors is working to make sure they are ready to take up […]
Columbia Man Arrested On Burglary And Wanton Endangerment Charges

The Columbia Police Department responded to a call at the previous Dreamland Motel regarding a report of a male subject attempting to stab a female. Upon arrival, officers arrested Fidel Gomez, 34, of Columbia, Kentucky. Gomez was […]
Fellowship, Gratitude And Goodwill Shared At 23rd Annual Lindsey Wilson University Veterans Appreciation Luncheon

‘It’s one of the finest veterans events I’ve been to in my life.’ by Duane Bonifer COLUMBIA, KY. (11/12/2025) There was plenty to eat at this year’s Lindsey Wilson University Veterans Appreciation […]