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LWU Doctoral student, professor step onto International Stage

By Duane Bonifer

Lindsey Wilson University doctoral student Mahalia Cain recently took her research overseas while widening her professional circle.

Cain presented her work at the International Association of Psychology and Counseling's 2026 Oxford Institute for Global Education and Clinical Practice in Psychology and Counseling, held in Oxford, England.

Cain presented with Lindsey Wilson counseling professor Ed Gunberg, who is also her academic adviser in Lindsey Wilson's counselor education and supervision doctoral program.

"The experiences I had there were truly indescribable and will stay with me for the rest of my life," said Cain, who is a resident of Williamsburg, Kentucky. "It was an incredible honor to represent LWU and the doctoral program, as well as the counseling profession, on an international stage."


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2026-07-30 11:30:52 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University


DUO Broadband business featured at Chamber lunch


2026-07-30 - Columbia, KY - Photo by Linda Waggener, ColumbiaMagazine.com.
DUO Broadband management shares that local connection remains its greatest selling point. Founded 72 years ago to bring telephone service here when larger companies would not, the cooperative has transformed itself into one of the region's most advanced fiber broadband providers while keeping the same mission. Left to right: Robert Hostetler-Utility Engineering Specialist; Josh Robertson-VP Network Operations; Shawn Phillips-SR Director Outside Plant; Sherry Selby-Director of Marketing & Sales; Brandon Rigney-Warehouse Management; Lisa Back-Business Account Manager; Bryce Bailey-VP Engineering Outside Plant; and Tristan Bonnstetter-VP Business Operations.


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Draft STIP Plan available for public review, comment

From Naitore Djigbenou/Allen Blair

Frankfort, KY - Team Kentucky's draft Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) plan, a four-year listing of scheduled transportation projects using federal transportation funds, is ready for public review. The plan includes projects involving highways, bridges, public transit, bicycle and pedestrian facilities and other transportation improvements to enhance safety and mobility in Kentucky.

The Draft FY 2027-2030 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (PDF) is now available online and feedback is welcome. The draft STIP is also available at all 12 KYTC Department of Highways district offices.

Funding for Adair County projects in the draft includes:
  • $42.06M for a variety of US Hwy 55 projects
  • $11.3M for Hwy 61 reconstruction
  • $6.25M towards the proposed Eastern Columbia Bypass
  • $613K to address flooding issues on Rice Drive
  • $440K in work on the Louis B. Nunn Parkway
  • $58K to install a guardrail on KY-1702
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) invites any individual, agency, or organization to submit comments during the 30-day review period starting August 1, 2026, through August 30, 2026.


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2026-07-30 11:23:09 | Comments

Current Local Conditions
Adair: 80 F
Casey: 78 · Cumberland: 80 · Green: 80
Metcalfe: 78 · Russell: 79 · Taylor: 80
Updated at 12:00pm Thursday, July 30, 2026
  High/Low: 80 F / 60 F
SLP: 1015.4
Wind: E at 2
Dewpoint: 63 F
Relative Humidity: 56.26%
Precipitation: 0 in. today

Kentucky Mesonet Links:
Adair County - Casey County - Cumberland County - Metcalfe County - Taylor County

National Weather Service Links:
Burkesville. Campbellsville. Columbia. Edmonton. Greensburg. Jamestown. Liberty. Russell Springs


Lanterns & Tombstones Tour of Mount Carmel Cemetery

The next installment of the Fifth Season of the Lanterns & Tombstones Cemetery Walking Tours will start at 7pmCT on Friday, August 7, 2026, in the Mount Carmel Cemetery, 682 Mt. Carmel RD, Columbia, KY.

This is the second "On-the-Road" tour of the year, and Dave Thomas and Mike Watson will lead participants through various parts of the Mount Carmel Cemetery, pointing out bits of interesting lore along the way. The tour will form at the edge of the Mount Carmel Church parking area, adjacent to the cemetery. Please do not park in the cemetery.

This is a walking tour through the historic cemetery and participants are encouraged to wear sturdy shoes, and bring your enthusiasm. Small flashlights will be provided to aid you in winding your way on the tour.


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Special Called School Board Meeting

From Carolee Lloyd
Admin. Assistant to Superintendent/Human Resource Director
Adair County Board of Education

The Adair County Board of Education will meet in special called session at 5pmCT on Thursday, July 30, 2026, at the Adair County Board of Education Building, 1204 Greensburg Street, Columbia, KY.

Agenda:
  • 1. Call to Order
  • 2. Approval of Referral to the Attorney General
  • 3. Adjournment


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2026-07-29 18:56:10 | Comments | See topic Local Government

Events scheduled for today, July 30, 2026
All events are listed in Central Time. | Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
4:30pmCTACHS SBDM Council meeting (ID:70982 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
5:00pmCTSpecial Called Adair Co. School Board Meeting (ID:70989 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
6:00pmCT Vacation Bible School at Columbia UMC (ID:70975 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
7:00pmCTHarvey at the Barn Lot Theater (ID:70954 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)

Visit the Events Page for details about the events listed above and for events on upcoming days. Please use our Contact Form to let us know about your organization's upcoming events.

Mocha the Goat at 3 (months)


2026-07-29 - Central Kentucky - Photo by Donna Rieder.
Donna says, "This is Mocha, she's really growing up fast!"


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Words of Wisdom for July 30, 2026
For Day 211 of 2026. There are 154 days remaining in 2026.

From Miss Donna Rieder
"At the end of the day, I am thankful that my blessings are bigger than my problems."

Donna Rieder's Clifty Creek Farm is located at 3190 White Oak Church Rd, Russell Springs, KY (visitors by appointment only). You can reach Donna by email at cliftycreekkikos@aol.com.


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DUO Broadband showcases fiber future at Chamber

News of a state of the art company, locally owned and locally operated

By Mig Feuser / The Adair Progress

For most people, high-speed internet simply works. A video starts instantly, a business uploads files in seconds, or a virtual meeting connects without interruption. What happens behind the scenes is rarely seen.

That invisible world became the focus of the July Columbia-Adair County Chamber of Commerce luncheon, where representatives of DUO Broadband pulled back the curtain on the technology that now connects thousands of homes and businesses across south-central Kentucky.

The presentation combined a look at the cooperative's 72-year history with a live demonstration of one of the most delicate jobs in the telecommunications industry: repairing a broken fiber optic cable.


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2026-07-29 10:13:03 | Comments | See topic Chamber of Commerce


Lance Burton, Jimmy McKnight, and GRB at Back to School Bash

From Trey Stephens
City of Columbia | Assistant to the Mayor

Catch three amazing performances at Columbia's fourth annual Back to School Bash, starting at 11amCT on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at the City Park on Fairground Street in Columbia.

Columbia's own Master Magician Lance Burton will perform again this year, joined on stage by magician Jimmy McKnight of Shelbyville, and musical performance by members of the Green River Band.

The City invites everyone to come out, bring their kids, and enjoy the free show. All children will receive a free t-shirt, while supplies last, and will have a chance to win other surprise giveaways. There will also be vendors on site giving away school supplies, popcorn, and much more.


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2026-07-29 09:28:18 | Comments

LWU English class prepared students to enjoy The Odyssey

By Duane Bonifer

Few audience members are better prepared to see Christopher Nolan's blockbuster adaptation of Homer's "The Odyssey" than Lindsey Wilson University students who have taken English professor Karolyn Steffens' "Mythology & Folklore in Literature" class.

"The Odyssey," which tells the story of Odysseus, the Greek king of Ithaca, on his 10-year journey home after the Trojan War, is one of the ancient texts students read in Steffens' class, which she last taught in the spring.

And thanks to the 2017 translation of the 3,000-year-old epic poem by classicist scholar Emily Wilson, "The Odyssey" has been one of the more popular books in the class. Wilson's translation of "The Odyssey" was also the core text that informed Nolan's film, which opened nationwide on July 17, 2026.


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2026-07-29 09:01:43 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University

Travel: The Buzz in Muncie


2026-07-29 - Muncie, IN - Photo by Pen.
An electric Volkswagen van, inspired by the Volkswagen Type 2 (T1) Microbus introduced in the 1950s, spotted on a recent trip through Muncie, Indiana.


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GRL State Park Campground on track for phased reopening

From Anita Hatchett

Frankfort, KY - On July 28, 2026, Team Kentucky announced that following last year's historic flooding at Green River Lake State Park campground, a phased reopening plan will welcome guests back while continuing long-term recovery efforts.

"We know how special this campground is to this community and its visitors," said Gov. Andy Beshear. "We've worked hard to get it up and running safely after last year's historic flooding and are excited for it to welcome guests again soon."

The campground suffered major infrastructure damage due to the historic rainfall and flooding event that occurred in 2025, leaving much of the park underwater for weeks. A thorough assessment found that the entire electrical system needs to be replaced.

The campground is scheduled to reopen on Friday, July 31, 2026, to primitive and self-contained camping (RVs and campers capable of operating without utility hookups). Approximately 73 campsites will be available and may be booked through ReserveAmerica. Generators will be permitted for self-contained camping units. These sites will remain open through October 31, 2026, when the campground will close for the season.

Restoration and infrastructure projects are scheduled to begin on November 1, 2026. Plans are currently for the campground to reopen in spring 2027.


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2026-07-28 15:07:55 | Comments

Genealogical Society will meet Aug 3

By Mike Watson

The Adair County Genealogical Society will be in regular session at 5pmCT on Monday, August 3, 2026, in the Adair Genealogy & History Research Center, 307 Greensburg Street, Columbia, KY.

There is no presentation that evening, but there will be a business meeting to set up for the fall programming. We are planning for the BIG October 20th Anniversary of the Silent City Tours. There will be a program each Monday evening of October.

We will also make plants for the Adair County Homecoming at the Research Center on the weekend of Downtown Days--the Research Center is open Friday and Saturday to all who wish to research or visit with kinfolks.

After the business portion on Monday night, the Research Center will host an Open Research Session. Come and dig into the holdings--books, files, etc. Refreshments will be served and fellowshipping wall-to-wall. Everyone is invited, membership never required.

For more information, email adairgenealogy@gmail.com or call 270.380.1024.


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2026-07-28 12:22:21 | Comments

Never too early for Christmas in Columbia

It's never too early in the year to think about Christmas. To plan ahead for possible floats in the Christmas in Columbia parade, the theme of this year's event will be "American Christmas" and the Grand Marshals will include all Adair County Veterans.

Questions about becoming a member of the Columbia Adair Chamber of Commerce and special events can be emailed to coladair@duo-county.com


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2026-07-28 11:43:25 | Comments | See topic Chamber of Commerce

LWU Mission trip to the Dominican Republic broadens horizons

By Duane Bonifer

Lindsey Wilson University student Hadleigh Parrish '29 discovered that not sharing the same language does not have to be an obstacle to communicating with another person.

Parrish learned that while helping out at a Vacation Bible School while on a mission trip to the Dominican Republic. Parrish was sitting beside a little girl who she said "was crying about something."

"I didn't really know what it was because I couldn't communicate with her (in Spanish)," said Parrish, a human services and counseling and Christian ministries double major from Russell Springs, Kentucky. "I just sat down beside her and put my arm around her. Then another little girl comes up, sits right beside me and puts her arm around me. It didn't matter that I was from another country and we didn't speak the same language. She just knew she was safe. It was precious. It's so important to use words in ministry, but you also have to love people without using words."

Parrish was part of a 20-member group that included Lindsey Wilon students, faculty, staff and alumni who made a July 14-21, 2026, mission trip to Santiago, Dominican Republic.


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2026-07-28 08:07:17 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University


Junior Rabbit Division: Ella Buck and Oreo


2026-07-29 - Columbia, KY - Photo by Katelynn M. Molesky.
Ella traveled from quite far off to get to the Adair County 4-H Rabbit and Poultry Show. However, the young 4-H'er from Pickett County, Tennessee, and her rabbit, Oreo, did quite well at the show and earned a fancy Kentucky blue ribbon to take back with them.


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4-H Youth and Cloverbud Floral Hall

4-H and Cloverbud Floral Hall entries will be accepted from 10amCT to NoonCT on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at the Adair County Extension Office, 409 Fairground Street, Columbia, KY.

The 4-H and Cloverbud Floral Hall will be open for public viewing from 4pmCT to 6pmCT on Tuesday.

Project Pickup will be from 8amCT to NoonCT on Wednesday, July 29, 2026. For more information, see uky.edu/events/adair.


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2026-07-28 08:01:26 | Comments | See topic Adair Co. Extension Service

2026 Adair Co. 4-H Rabbit and Poultry Costume contests

From Katelynn M. Molesky
on Behalf of Adair County 4-H

On Thursday, July 23, 2026, Adair County 4-H held a Rabbit and Poultry show at the Extension Office on Fairground Street, including a costume contest. Corbin Coots of Adair County had the Champion Poultry Costume, and Mollie Mann of Pulaski County had the Champion Rabbit Costume.

2026 Adair Co. 4-H Poultry Costume Contest:
  • Champion: Corbin Coots, Adair Co.
  • Participant: Annaclaire Spalding, Metcalfe Co.
  • Participant: Will Spalding, Metcalfe Co.
  • Participant: Lynnleigh Harlan, Metcalfe Co.
  • Participant: Dolly Perry, Metcalfe Co.
2026 Adair Co. 4-H Rabbit Costume Contest:
  • Champion: Mollie Mann, Pulaski Co.
  • Participant: Willa Mann, Pulaski Co.
  • Participant: Brooke Mackin, Taylor Co.
  • Participant: Ella Buck, Pickett Co., Tennessee
Congratulations to all who participated!


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2026-07-27 14:56:16 | Comments | See topic Adair Co. Extension Service

Birthdays and Anniversaries for July 30
Happy Anniversary, Jason and Emily Roach | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Walter and Katherine Smith Bennett (1959) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Allan Mercer Parnell | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Angel Kinnett Grider | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Barry Bailey | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Carolyn Luttrell Wilson | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Charles Neat | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Cynthia Parnell Collier | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Debbie Lynn Halcomb | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Glenda Miller | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Hannah Young | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jayden Chance Burton | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jean Beard | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jessica Nicole Usrey (1989) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jessica Usrey | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Lisa Walker (1993) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Talisha England (1985) | (Updates/Corrections)
View all birthdays and anniversaries for this month and next month on our Celebrations Page. Submit your birthday or anniversary using our Contact Form.

2026 Adair Co. 4-H Rabbit Show results

From Katelynn M. Molesky
on Behalf of Adair County 4-H

On Thursday, July 23, 2026, Adair County 4-H held a Rabbit and Poultry show at the Extension Office on Fairground Street. Champions were chosen from each group, and Laramie Lemmon was awarded Best in Show for Rabbits.

2026 Adair Co. 4-H Rabbit Show Results:
  • Cloverbud Division (ages 5-7) Champion: Willa Mann, Pulaski Co.
  • Cloverbud Division (ages 5-7) Blue Ribbon: Laramie Lemmon, Adair Co.
  • Junior Division (ages 8-10) Champion: Mollie Mann, Pulaski Co.
  • Junior Division (ages 8-10) Blue Ribbon: Luke Corray, Adair Co.
  • Junior Division (ages 8-10) Blue Ribbon: Brooke Mackin, Taylor Co.
  • Junior Division (ages 8-10) Blue Ribbon: Ella Buck, Pickett Co., Tennessee
  • Intermediate Division (ages 11-13) Champion: Lillie Corray, Adair Co.
  • Senior Division (ages 14-18) Champion: Logan Corray, Adair Co.
  • Best In Show: Laramie Lemmon
Congratulations to all who participated!


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2026-07-27 14:53:23 | Comments | See topic Adair Co. Extension Service

2026 Adair Co. 4-H Poultry Show Results

From Katelynn M. Molesky
on Behalf of Adair County 4-H

On Thursday, July 23, 2026, Adair County 4-H held a Rabbit and Poultry Show at the Extension Office on Fairground Street. Champions were chosen from each group, and Annaclaire Spalding was awarded Best in Show for Poultry.

2026 Adair Co. 4-H Poultry Show Results:
  • Cloverbud Division (ages 5-7) Champion: Annaclair Spalding, Metcalfe Co.
  • Cloverbud Division (ages 5-7) Blue Ribbon: Jack Corray, Adair Co.
  • Junior Division (ages 8-10) Champion: Corbin Coots, Adair Co.
  • Junior Division (ages 8-10) Blue Ribbon: Will Spalding, Metcalfe Co.
  • Junior Division (ages 8-10) Blue Ribbon: Lynnleigh Harlan, Metcalfe Co.
  • Junior Division (ages 8-10) Blue Ribbon: Dolly Perry, Metcalfe Co.
  • Junior Division (ages 8-10) Blue Ribbon: Ava Stapp, Taylor Co.
  • Intermediate Division (ages 11-13) Champion: Kimber Hollins, Taylor Co.
  • Intermediate Division (ages 11-13) Blue Ribbon: James Corray, Adair Co.
  • Senior Division (ages 14-18) Champion: Paige Corray, Adair Co.
  • Best In Show: Annaclaire Spalding
Congratulations to all who participated!


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2026-07-27 14:51:34 | Comments | See topic Adair Co. Extension Service

Scenic Kentucky: Churchill Downs


2026-07-29 - Louisville, KY - Photo by Pam Capozziello.
A shot from the first turn at Churchill Downs on Derby Day, 2023. Pam says, "This is a closeup view I had while sitting at the first turn Derby Day at Churchill Downs ...the horses were very close by and I could grab dirt from the track as we sat at the rail! Great memories and I recommend going to a Derby if you can afford it!"


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Adair Co. 4-H Rabbit and Poultry Show a big success

By Katelynn M. Molesky
on Behalf of Adair County 4-H

On Thursday, July 23, 2026, Adair County 4-H held a Rabbit and Poultry show. The event, which took place at the Extension Office, showcased 17 talented youth from Adair, Taylor, Pulaski and Metcalfe Counties. Additionally, one participant came in from Pickett County, Tennessee. Walt Reichart served as the judge for the evening.

Several divisions were offered depending on the age of the youth participating and placings were determined by the showmanship ability of the participant. While everyone received a ribbon and pin based on their performance, a champion was also chosen from each group, as well as a best in show.

In addition to the showmanship competition, a costume contest was held at the end. This event had two divisions based on the type of animals and awarded one winner each.

The show was sponsored by Mid-State Ready Mix and Corbin Farms. Additionally, Tractor Supply Co., Red Barn Veterinary Clinic and Day & Day Feed Mill donated items that were used as prizes.

"I think everything went really well," says club leader Missy Lemmon. "I was really pleased with the turnout." Lemmon said she looks forward to September 3, 2026, when the club will host another show at the Fairgrounds.

Each and everyone that took part did a great job and earned a blue ribbon.


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2026-07-27 14:47:03 | Comments | See topic Adair Co. Extension Service

Agenda for July 28 Fiscal Court meeting

From Bridget Compton
Adair County Deputy Judge Executive, Road Administrative Assistant & Solid Waste Coordinator

The Adair County Fiscal Court will meet in regular called session at 4:30pmCT on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, in the basement of the Adair County Annex building located at 424 Public Square, Columbia, KY. This meeting is open to the public.

Meeting Agenda:


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2026-07-27 14:22:08 | Comments | See topic Local Government

What's Cooking in Columbia Today
Click restaurant names for hours, directions, and prices.

Betty's Country Cooking
MENU 2339 Campbellsville RD, Columbia, KY - Phone 270-384-5664. Bettys is open on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 6amCT to 8pmCT, and on Sunday from 8amCT to 3pmCT. Breakfast served anytime. Credit Cards accepted. Non-smoking.
On the hot bar today, Thursday, July 30, 2026
Tenderloin, BBQ Ribs, Chicken Tenders, Pulled Pork, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Corn, Mac and Cheese, Pinto Beans, Fried Potatoes, Baked Beans, Island Blend Veggies, Corn Nuggets, Garlic Bread, Hush Puppies, Rolls, Cornbread

Come In, Grab A Plate, and Enjoy!


Fiesta Mexico of Columbia
819 Jamestown St., Columbia KY. 270-384-6004. Hrs.: 10:30amCT daily; Sun, 11amCT
Authentic Mexican Restaurant
Thursday Special: Enchiladas Rancheras 3 cheese enchiladas topped with pork cooked with tomatoes, onions, bell peppers and enchilada sauce, served with a salad. $8.50

Appetizers & Salads, Combination Dinners, Vegetarian Combinations, Especial of the House Grill, Especial Seafood, Especial Steak, A La Carte Orders, Side Orders, Kids Menu, Desserts and Beverages. Call in orders are welcome!

Special: Pollo Fiesta A whole chicken breast filled with bacon and cheese, and covered with cheese dip. Comes with rice, beans, salad and tortillas.

--Roy Ayala


Black Stallion Steakhouse
202 Will Walker Rd., Columbia, KY. 270-380-1800. Open seven days a week 11am to 10pmCT.
Nonsmoking. Credit cards accepted. Private rooms available. Full Bar Seating, Beer & Wine, 7-days a week

Black Stallion is open today from 11amCT to 9pmCT!
Steaks & Ribs, Seafood, Chicken, Combinations and Vegetarian Platters, Sides, Salads, Soups, Sandwiches, Wraps, Burgers

Click here to read our menu


Acapulco Authentic Mexican Grill
Columbia - Russell Springs - Nancy | Offering excellent, authentic Mexican food 7-days-a-week. Express specials five days a week, plus appetizers salads, soups, a children's menu and desserts!
Try a dinner combination and choose from beef, pork, chicken, or seafood, or select a vegetarian combination anytime.

Call our Columbia location at 270-380-1980, or order online at acapulcomexicangrillky.com.


Adair Co. School District
Adair Co. Schools Summer Feeding Program, Dayna Parnell, Director of Food Services, 270-384-2476.

All children ages 1 - 18 years old who are residents are encouraged to participate in the Adair Co. Schools Summer Feeding Program
  • Adair County Primary Center, 158 Col. Casey Drive, Columbia, KY
    Bulk pick up meal kits with 5 days of breakfast and 5 days of lunch with one pickup from 2:30pmCT to 4:30pmCT.


Adair Senior Citizens Center
901 Hudson Street, Columbia, KY 42728. 8amCT to 2pmCT Monday through Friday. Phone 270-380-1899. JoAnn Smith, Director.
Menu for Thursday, July 30, 2026:
Chicken and dumplings, green beans, fruit, roll, margarine, milk



Extension District Board to meet Aug 4

From Nick Roy
Adair County Extension Agent for Agriculture & Natural Resources

The Adair County Extension District Board will meet at 6pmCT on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at the Adair County Cooperative Extension Service located at 409 Fairgrounds Street, Columbia, KY. The meeting is open to the public.


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2026-07-27 14:11:29 | Comments | See topic Adair Co. Extension Service

ACHS SBDM Council to meet July 30

From Chad A. Parnell, Principal
Adair County High School

The ACHS SBDM Council will have its regularly monthly meeting at 4:30pmCT/5:30pmET on Thursday, July 30, 2026, in the ACHS Library, 526 Indian Drive, Columbia KY.


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2026-07-27 14:08:03 | Comments | See topic Education

Butterfly: Spicebush Swallowtail


2026-07-29 - Cane Valley, KY - Photo by Robert Ellis.
A spicebush swallowtail butterfly enjoying the beautiful crop of zinnias growing in Robert's Cane Valley garden.


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Congratulations Adair Co. FFA Crop Scouting Team!

From Gabby Barnes
Agriculture Educator, FFA Advisor

The Adair County FFA received First Place in the Kentucky State Crop Scouting Contest for the second year in a row! Team members were Ethan Wooten, Addie Baker, Lane Kelsay, and Hudson Hancock.

The team spent weeks preparing for the contest over the summer, and then travelled to Princeton, Kentucky in order to participate in the contest. The contest required students to illustrate a wide expanse of knowledge related to row crop production and agronomy. They worked as a team in order to determine the growth stages of corn and soybean crops, calculate populations and estimate yield in different fields, identify common agronomic disorders, connect soil characteristics with nutrient availability, perform calculations related to sprayer calibration, determine causes of problems within tobacco crops, and identify common pests and their management methods.

The team worked extremely hard to achieve such a high level of success, and will be representing the state of Kentucky at the national level in Illinois this fall. This success would not have been possible without the assistance of local farmers that allowed the students to prepare for the contest in their corn, soybean, and tobacco crops. The students would like to thank our local farmers, as well as the agronomists at White Farms and Beck's Superior Hybrids, who provided additional assistance.

The students will be continuing their work throughout this fall in order to prepare for the national contest. They are very excited to have the opportunity to travel to Illinois and expand their knowledge of agronomy.


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2026-07-27 09:59:58 | Comments | See topic Education


Remembrances for July 30
In Memory Birthday, William R. (Billy) Denton, Adair Co., KY (1946-2010) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Faye Shepherd, Adair County, KY (1920) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Glen Alan Gupton, Green Co., KY (1949) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bobby Patton, Adair Co., KY native (1939) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bobby D. Jessie, Adair Co., KY (1943 | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Randall McQueary, Adair Co., KY (1967-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Rev. Jerry Cline, 70, formerly of Adair Co., KY (1944-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Maxine Harmon, Adair Co., KY native (1931-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Tommy Wheeler, 75, Mannsville, KY (1939-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In memory birthday, Dorella Dyer, Glasgow, KY (1941-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Glenda Jean (Cox) Rainwater McKenzie, Taylor Co., KY (1944-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mr. Rex Cook, 62, Green Co., KY (1953-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, John Bradley Whited, 43, Casey Co., KY (1972-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Garnett Allen (Al) Clark, Taylor Co., KY (1926-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mr. Samuel G. Cox, 76, Indianapolis, IN/Elkhorn, KY native (1940-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mr. Casbel Grant Asbury, Green County, KY (1928-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Frances Finn, 93, Adair Co., KY (1923-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Grace White Arms, Cumberland Co., KY (1923-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Davis Sexton, 75, Adair County, KY (1942-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Velta Brown, 82, Russell Springs, KY (1935-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Anita (Torbert) Steigerwald, 102, Adair Co., KY (1916-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Barbara Walters Wood Pike, 85, Campbellsville, KY (1935-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Barry Bailey, 71, Adair County, KY (1949-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bro. Willard Bryant, 73, Columbia, KY (1949-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Carl Thomas Berry, 87, Greensburg, KY (1934-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Carolyn S. Smith, 82, Columbia, KY (1943-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Edwin N. Taylor, 81, Columbia, KY (1943-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Frances (Beams) Skaggs, 86, Campbellsville, KY (1935-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, James Bolin (Jim) Beard, 79, Columbia, KY native (1942-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Josh Rufus Burton, 43, Columbia, KY native (1979-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Larry Gene Bryant, 74, Columbia, KY (1951-2026) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Merlin Ray Huff, 59, Columbia, KY (1965-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Margaret Stailey Farlee, Cumberland Co., KY(d. 8 Mar 2016) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ray Bruce Grigsby, Jr., 83, Columbia, KY (1938-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Rodney Keith Hundley, 29, Casey County, KY (1978-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Rufus Lowell (Bill) Turner, 67, Columbia, KY (1955-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Sharon Pierce Davis, 75, Greensburg, KY (1944-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Tony Curtis Burton, 63, Campbellsville, KY (1961-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)

 

































 
 
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