City: Thanks To All Who Helped And Supported The 7th Annual “Truck It Up” Event On Friday, June 26th

The 7th annual “Truck It Up,” was held on Friday, June 26, in the City of Columbia parking lot at the corner of Campbellsville Street and Merchant Street. The City would […]
Mayor Hoots: July Full Of Community Activities In The City
From Mayor Pamela Hoots: The City of Columbia reminds everyone that the month of July is full of activities for the community. This weekend is Independence Day weekend. On July 3rd, […]
Columbia Police Arrests Two Taylor County Men For Burglary, 3rd Degree

The Columbia Police Department was dispatched to a local storage facility on Sunday, June 28, 2026, at approximately 3:27 p.m. (CST) in reference to a reported break-in at one of […]
Fourth Of July 2026 Activities: Celebrating 250 In The City Of Columbia
Please note…. The best places for viewing of fireworks will be in the vicinity of Jamestown Street, between Russell Road and the Parkway. (Trey Stephens – City of Columbia)
Columbia Police Department Arrests Parent, Grandparents For Criminal Abuse 2nd Degree (Child 12 Or Under)

The Columbia Police Department was dispatched to a complaint of possible child abuse and neglect on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at approximately 11:46 a.m. (CST) at a residence within the […]
Proclamation for June Dairy Day 2026

This proclamation is to recognize June as national dairy month in Columbia and to honor the commitment of all dairy farmers in our community. WHEREAS, Mayor Hoots and City Council […]
Adair County Sheriff’s Office Warns Residents of Probation and Parole Scam

The Adair County Sheriff’s Office has been notified of a scam targeting local residents. According to reports, scammers contacted an individual while falsely claiming to represent Adair County Probation and […]
Motorcyclists Injured in Collision on East KY 80

On June 20th, 2026, the Adair County Sheriff’s Office responded to an injury accident involving two motorcycles on East KY 80. According to the Sheriff’s Office, Patrick Hampton, 39, of […]
Higher Education Veteran Courtney Carter to Lead Lindsey Wilson University Sport Performance Program

Courtney Carter, one of Kentucky’s leading voices in college sport and higher education, has been named to lead Lindsey Wilson University’s sport performance program. Carter – who brings nearly two […]
Transforming Rural Healthcare and Unlocking Opportunity
“From the mountains of eastern Kentucky to the farmlands of western Kentucky, our rural communities are at the heart of what makes Kentucky special, representing our state’s natural beauty, signature […]