DUO Broadband customers may experience disrupted phone service due to an ongoing technical issue originating outside the provider's local network.

In a statement to subscribers, DUO Broadband acknowledged the service disruption and confirmed that technical teams are actively collaborating with an external network provider to pinpoint the root cause and restore full functionality as quickly as possible.

The network problem is causing several issues for telephone customers, including:

• Outgoing and incoming calls failing to connect
• Static or poor audio quality during calls
• Unexpectedly dropped phone calls

DUO Broadband has not yet released an estimated time for full restoration, but technicians continue to work alongside the outside provider to resolve the outage. Affected customers are advised to try placing calls again if they fail to connect or to use alternative communication methods where available.

The Adair County High School Marching Band will showcase its acclaimed 2026 production, "Out of Your Shell," during a special community encore performance on Monday, Nov. 2.

The event is set for 7:00 p.m. CST at the Lindsey Wilson University Parnell Family Stadium Field in Columbia. Admission is free and open to the public, though donations supporting the marching band program will be welcomed.

The community performance offers local supporters a chance to see the band's 2026 program, which has featured award-winning musical and visual arrangements throughout this fall's competitive season.

Attendees are encouraged to come out to the LWU Parnell Family Stadium to celebrate the band's achievements and support the student performers. 

Search and recovery teams remained on Lake Cumberland Monday, searching for a Lexington man who vanished after a two-boat collision near the mouth of Lily Creek over the weekend.

The crash occurred around 11:00 a.m. Saturday when a moving vessel struck an idle bass fishing boat carrying two people.

Basically one boat had went over the top of another," said Chief Chris Money of the Russell County Search and Rescue team.

The impact ejected both men from the stationary fishing boat into the water. While one fisherman managed to swim back and board the vessel, the other was unable to return and remains unaccounted for. Authorities have not yet released the missing man's identity.

Two people were aboard the second boat involved in the crash. One passenger, an unidentified woman, was thrown into the lake by the impact and airlifted to the University of Kentucky Chandler Hospital for treatment. Her condition has not been disclosed.

Search operations began immediately following the incident on Saturday. By Monday, Chief Money confirmed that the operation had transitioned from a active rescue to a recovery effort.

Our belief at the moment is that it was just an accident," Money added.

The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife is leading the investigation into the cause of the collision. In light of the incident, officials urged autumn boaters and late-season anglers to prioritize basic water safety precautions.

It's very important this time of year, especially you still have a lot of people that's out fishing on the lake and trying to do the extended season," said Lt. Chris King with Kentucky Fish and Wildlife. "Just make sure you're wearing your life jacket when you come out on the waterway."

Search crews continue to patrol and scan the waters of Lake Cumberland as the recovery operation proceeds.

The Russell County Meet the Candidates forum will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 27th...

7:00 P.M. – JAMESTOWN MAYOR
Barry Coffey
Dwight Richards
Brian Young

7:30 P.M. – RUSSELL SPRINGS MAYOR

Eddie Thomas*

Cody Wilson

* Denotes incumbent

From Adair County Clerk Lisa Greer...

There is a boil water advisory for Lakeway Drive from Remington Subdivision to Coffey Court including Hopper Street, Sullivan Street, and Remington Drive. Until further notice, boil all water used for drinking and cooking. The advisory was issued due to the ongoing water project.

The Adair County Clerk's Office will be closed Tuesday, November 3, 2026 for any vehicle transactions; the recording room will be open. This ensures staff can help voters in a timely manner.

A BOIL WATER ADVISORY is in effect for customers on Green Hills Rd to Sano Rd and all side roads in between. 

The advisory has been issued due to a main line break.

Following such an event, the potential exists for bacteriological contamination of the water supply therefore this Boil Water Advisory has been issued as a precautionary measure.

Until further notice, boil all water used for drinking and cooking, bringing the water to a rolling boil for three minutes before using.

This advisory will remain in effect until the situation has been corrected and test results have shown the water to be of an acceptable quality.

For more information concerning the Boil Water Advisory, contact Bradley Miller at Columbia Adair Utilities District, 270-384-2181.

COLUMBIA, Ky. (October 26, 2026) – Troopers with Kentucky State Police (KSP) Post 15 have arrested an Adair County man during a burglary investigation in Adair County. 

Just after 10:00 P.M. on October 23, 2026, Troopers responded to a report of a burglary in progress at a residence on Little Cake Road in Adair County.  Upon arrival, Troopers determined that David Riley West, 22, of Columbia, had gained entry into his brother’s residence by force and refused to leave.  

As a result of the investigation, Trooper Sean Sweat arrested David West, charging him with Burglary 2nd Degree.  Mr. West was lodged in the Adair County Detention Center.  Trooper Sweat continues the investigation. 

As an ongoing drought reaches its 16th month and local lake water levels sit 18 feet below normal, officials are taking major steps to secure the area's water supply.

On Tuesday, June 20, the Division of Water approved the addition of a high-capacity water pump capable of moving 2.5 million gallons per day. An order totaling approximately $600,000 was placed on Friday, June 23, for the pump along with 12-inch piping. Work on the project is expected to begin within the next 7 to 10 days.

Once installed, the new equipment will work alongside an existing pump, allowing officials to pull up to 3 million gallons per day on rainy days to help offset dry periods.

Local leadership extended appreciation to Don and Cindy Cravens, as well as Steve Spears and the Spears family, for granting immediate land access to lay the necessary pipelines for the installation.

While the new infrastructure will provide significant relief, officials continue to urge residents to practice water conservation while drought conditions persist.

Kentucky State Police Detective Josh Amos has been named the 2026 Narcotic Officer of the Year by the Kentucky Narcotic Officers’ Association.

A 14-year veteran of the state police, Detective Amos serves with the Drug Enforcement Special Investigations (DESI) West unit. The honor recognizes his extensive work targeting drug trafficking operations across the commonwealth.

The award highlights a major investigation launched by Amos in August 2025 into methamphetamine distribution in the Bowling Green area. That operation ultimately yielded five federal indictments and led to the seizure of substantial illicit narcotics and currency, including:

• 68 pounds of methamphetamine
• 29.8 pounds of marijuana
• 2.6 pounds of cocaine &
• $31,000 in cash.

Kentucky State Police praised Amos's dedication to public safety and his ongoing efforts to disrupt drug trafficking networks in Kentucky communities.

A Russell County teenager was airlifted to the U.K. Medical Center in Lexington, KY on Sunday morning following a collision between a motorcycle and a pickup truck.

The crash occurred just after 9:00 a.m. at the intersection of Kentucky 379 (Hales Highway), French Valley Road, and Blair School Road, approximately three miles south of Russell Springs.

According to Russell County Deputy Sheriff Nathan Bradshaw, 18-year-old Nathan White of Russell Springs was traveling west on French Valley Road operating a 2024 Kawasaki motorcycle. White brought his vehicle to a stop at the intersection stop sign before attempting to cross Hales Highway onto Blair School Road. As he entered the intersection, White struck a southbound Ford F-150 driven by 63-year-old David Mann of Liberty.

EMS personnel treated Nathan White at the scene before transporting him to the Russell County Airport. From there, he was flown by emergency helicopter to the U.K. Medical Center for further treatment of his injuries. The driver of the truck was not injuried.

The accident was investigated by the Russell County Sheriff's Office. The Russell Springs Fire Department assisted at the scene.

Local authorities are investigating a weekend house fire that may have been intentionally set.

First responders were dispatched to a residence at 131 South High Street at approximately 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 24, 2026.

According to officials, the home was occupied by one person at the time the fire broke out. The individual was able to evacuate the building safely, and no injuries were reported.

While working at the scene, Cumberland County Sheriff Keaton Williams and Officer Michael Hardin gathered preliminary information suggesting the fire's origin may be suspicious.

Officials stated that no names are being released at this time as the investigation remains active and ongoing under the direction of Sheriff Williams.

A coordinated response effort brought multiple local agencies to the scene, including the Burkesville and Marrowbone Fire Departments, Cumberland County EMS, the Cumberland County Rescue Squad, Constable Tony Wright, the Burkesville City Police Department, and the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office.

The community is coming together to give back to those who keep the area safe. A special First Responder Appreciation Meal is scheduled for Monday, October 26, 2026, hosted in partnership with New Victory Baptist Church.

The event is designed to thank local law enforcement, firefighters, emergency medical personnel, and other first responders for their daily dedication and service to the region.

Event Details:

Date: Monday, October 26, 2026

Time: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Location: 153 Dowell Rd, Russell Springs, KY

Host: New Victory Baptist Church

by Duane Bonifer

COLUMBIA, KY (10/23/26) One of the more popular rooms on Lindsey Wilson University's A.P. White Campus was named in honor of one of its most loyal alumni on Thursday, Oct. 22.

The Rev. George Edward "Ed" Henry '46 Student Lounge was dedicated at a ceremony held by university officials and members of the Henry family in the Sumner Campus Ministry Center.

"We honor the Rev. Ed Henry's lifetime of commitment to the ministry and to Lindsey Wilson by naming the student lounge in his memory for a lifetime of faithful and generous support," said Lindsey Wilson President William T. Luckey Jr.

The son of V.P. Henry, who was Lindsey Wilson's third president from 1942-54, Ed Henry was a fourth-generation ordained Methodist minister who served Kentucky churches with his wife, the late Martha Belle Ammerman, in Beaver Dam, Brandenburg, Campbellsville, Hawesville, Irvington, Louisville, Owensboro and Sebree, as well as secretary and treasurer of the Louisville Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church.

When Henry died at the age of 99 in August 2025 in Louisville, he was Lindsey Wilson's oldest living graduate. That distinction now belongs to his 98-year-old sister, Martha Henry Berry, who graduated from Lindsey Wilson in 1948 and attended Thursday's dedication service.

Henry's son G. Edward Henry II of Lexington, Kentucky, said that the Henry Student Lounge "blends together" two of his late father's passions -- lifelong learning and working with young people.

"I can't think of a more appropriate consummation of his passions than this room, this dedication and this recognition of him," said Henry.

A 'safe place'

Since the Sumner Campus Ministry Center opened in 2005, its Room 101 has been a popular gathering space for students and campus guests. Lindsey Wilson Chaplain the Rev. Tyler Brumfield said that "it's nice to give it a proper name."

"Up to this point, it's had a rather boring name -- Sumner 101 or the Couch Room," said Brumfield. "It is right, fitting and appropriate that we give it an identity and a name."

Brumfield said that Lindsey Wilson students have made a lot of use out of the room over the years. In addition to serving as a meeting place for Bible study groups and the university's campus ministry team, Brumfield said the Henry Student Lounge is also a place where students can recenter and reflect.

"In many ways, it is a place for students to come and catch their breath," he said. "It's their safe place. It is their place to come and remind themselves that they are human beings before they are 'human doings,' and remind themselves they are bearing the image of God."

'Part of the same family'

Members of the Henry family have been longtime supporters of Lindsey Wilson. In December 1990, Henry's late brother, Dr. Vic Henry '51, and his wife, Jo, made a $10,000 gift to start the Henry Endowed Scholarship. All three of the surviving Henry children made numerous gifts to the endowment over the years, and its value now stands at $842,357, according to Luckey.

"If ever there was a Founders' Day, a homecoming or an endowed scholarship luncheon, you could always count on Ed, Martha or Vic being there to represent the Henry family," said Luckey. "It was clear to me and everyone else that the Henrys and Lindsey Wilson were all part of the same family."

Luckey recalled how Ed Henry "remembered Lindsey Wilson with an ultimate gift" -- a $250,000 bequest to the Henry Endowed Scholarship.

G. Edward Henry II said that his father "loved all four (of his) children immensely, but in his estate he said, 'I want five shares of my estate to be determined -- each of my children get a share and Lindsey Wilson gets a fifth share.'"

"The fact that he would equate this university with one of his children, I think is a final expression of what this place meant to him," said Henry.

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• Members of the Henry family gather next to a portrait of the late the Rev. George Edward "Ed" Henry '46 on Thursday, Oct. 22. Henry's legacy was honored with the dedication on Thursday of the Rev. George Edward "Ed" Henry '46 Student Lounge in the Lindsey Wilson University Sumner Campus Ministry Center. Pictured, from left: niece Laura and husband Mike Harris; sister Martha Henry Berry '48; son G. Edward Henry II; and son Phil Henry.: http://app.readmedia.com/news/attachment/234207/LWU_Henry_Lounge_01.jpg
   
• Lindsey Wilson University President William T. Luckey Jr., left, and G. Edward Henry II unveil the portrait of the late the Rev. George Edward "Ed" Henry '46 on Thursday, Oct. 22. Henry's legacy was honored with the dedication on Thursday of the Rev. George Edward "Ed" Henry '46 Student Lounge in the university's Sumner Campus Ministry Center.: http://app.readmedia.com/news/attachment/234208/LWU_Henry_Lounge_02.jpg
   
• Lindsey Wilson University alumna Martha Henry Berry '48, left, and Valerie Adams '90 talk following the dedication of the Rev. George Edward "Ed" Henry '46 Student Lounge on Thursday, Oct. 22, in the university's Sumner Campus Ministry Center.: http://app.readmedia.com/news/attachment/234209/LWU_Henry_Lounge_03.jpg

It was a triumphant Saturday for neighboring high school marching bands at the KMEA, Adair County in Class 3A West Regional Quarterfinals, and Russell County in the East Region, both Adair County and Russell County delivered standout performances to earn their spots in the next round of state postseason competition.

Adair County Claims First Regional Title Since 2018

The Adair County High School Marching Band captured the Class 3A West Regional Quarterfinal Championship, marking the program's first regional title victory since 2018.

Performing their 2026 production, "Out of Your Shell," the band impressed judges and spectators alike, building on an already award-filled season that included top honors at the Governor's Gold Cup, Lincoln Invitational, and Western Kentucky Tournament of Champions.

Following the victory, band leadership expressed immense gratitude to the community and praised the collective effort of the program.

"This is the first time since 2018! Thank you for your continued support and for believing in us!" band officials shared. "We have a great group of kids, staff, and parents!"

Russell County Secures 'Distinguished' Rating and Semifinals Berth

Joining Adair County in advancing to the next tier of competition, the Russell County High School "Laker" Band delivered a strong performance that placed them 4th overall in the regional standings, earning a "Distinguished" rating.

With their top-six East regional finish, the Laker Band secured an official qualification for the Kentucky Music Educators Association (KMEA) State Semifinals next weekend.

Band supporters and community members celebrated the accomplishment online, cheering on the students with messages of encouragement: "Congrats to our Laker Band!!! We will advance to semifinals next weekend!!"

Looking Ahead to State Semifinals

Both local programs will now turn their focus to the KMEA State Semifinals scheduled for Saturday, October 31, where the top bands across Kentucky will compete for a coveted spot in the State Finals at Western Kentucky University.

U.S. Representative James Comer has voiced strong opposition to a proposal by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to introduce vehicle pass fees at the Kendall Recreation Area near Wolf Creek Dam starting in 2027.

In a recent statement, Comer’s office expressed total opposition to the proposed fees, criticizing the Corps of Engineers for failing to notify local lawmakers or provide details on how the fees would be administered or collected.

Comer raised concerns over potential operational costs, questioning whether the plan would require hiring additional federal personnel or installing expensive, high-maintenance kiosks. He also highlighted the potential impact on local commerce, noting that fees could reduce public access to Big Daddy’s Snack Shack, a local business operating within the recreation area.

"Congressman Comer is 100% opposed to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers attempt to charge visitors any fee to enjoy the beautiful Kendall Recreation Area," the statement read, adding that neither Comer nor Rep. Hal Rogers were informed prior to the announcement.

Sandy Simpson, Comer’s District Director, met with hundreds of concerned local residents at the Kendall Recreation Area to gather feedback and address community frustration. According to Simpson, Comer and Legislative Director Sarah Coffman are scheduled to speak directly with officials from the Army Corps of Engineers on Monday to demand that the proposed fee structure be dropped immediately.

Drawing parallels to a prior dispute over municipal water charges from Lake Cumberland, Comer’s office stated he plans to use all available resources to contest the plan and represent local interests during upcoming discussions with federal officials.

Emergency crews are actively searching the waters of Lake Cumberland following a two-boat collision Saturday morning near Safe Harbor Jamestown Marina that left one woman critically injured and a man missing.

The incident occurred around 11:15 a.m. CST on Saturday, October 24, near the mouth of Lily Creek. Accorqding to local officials, two recreational fishing vessels collided on the water under circumstances that remain under investigation.

One woman involved in the crash sustained severe injuries. Russell County EMS responded to the scene and arranged for her to be airlifted to the University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington for emergency treatment. Her current condition has not yet been released.

First responders and search-and-rescue teams remain on the scene conducting active search and recovery operations for an unaccounted-for man who was on one of the boats at the time of the impact.

Multiple agencies are participating in the response and search effort, including:

Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources (leading the investigation with game wardens and boating officers)

Russell County Search and Rescue

Russell County EMS &

Russell County Emergency Management

Local authorities are urging all boaters, anglers, and watercraft operators to completely avoid the Lily Creek area while rescue teams and dive units operate in the water.

On Friday, October 23, 2026, Adair County Deputy Ricky Shirley was attempting to locate Charles Barker. Barker was being sought in connection with a Felony Assault that had taken place on Thursday, October 22nd in Adair County.
 

Deputy Shirley located Barker operating a vehicle on Jones Chapel Road and attempted to conduct a traffic stop. Barker failed to stop, initiating a brief vehicle pursuit. Barker fled to his residence where he continued to resist arrest and disobey commands.

Barker was later taken into custody on the following charges: 

- ASSAULT 2nd DEGREE (DOMESTIC VIOLENCE)

-FLEEING OR EVADING MOTOR VEHICLE - 1ST

- OPERATING MOTOR VEHICLE UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL (AGGRAVATING CIRCUMSTANCES)

- POSSESSION OF OPEN ALCOHOL CONTAINER IN VEHICLE  

- RECKLESS DRIVING

- DISORDERLY CONDUCT - 2nd DEGREE 

- RESISTING ARREST &

- TERRORISTIC THREATENING - 3rd DEGREE