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Columbia Laundry & Tanning Grand Opening is April 23

From Ellen Zornes, Executive Director
Columbia-Adair County Chamber of Commerce

The Columbia-Adair County Chamber of Commerce will hold a Ribbon Cutting ceremony for the Columbia Laundry & Tanning Grand Opening at 11:30amCT on Thursday, April 23, 2026.

Columbia Laundry & Tanning is located at 1405 Campbellsville Street, Columbia, KY. Refreshments will be served.


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Jolene and the twins


2026-04-21 - Central Kentucky - Photo by Donna Rieder.
Donna writes, "Here's a good picture of Jolene with her twins. The soft mouse-coloered one is a girl, the buckskin is a boy."


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KSPF establishes Judy Taylor Philanthropy Leadership Award

From Alison Chavies, Executive Director
Kentucky State Police Foundation

Frankfort, KY - The Kentucky State Police Foundation is honored to announce the establishment of the Judy Taylor Philanthropy Leadership Award, a distinguished new recognition to be presented annually at the Foundation's Roundtable Fundraising Events.

Judy Taylor passed away on October 12, 2023. This award has been created to honor and perpetuate her legacy as a devoted board member whose dedication, strategic insight, and unwavering commitment to the men and women of the Kentucky State Police helped shape the Foundation's philanthropic mission.

Through this award, the Foundation will recognize individuals who embody the same spirit of leadership, advocacy, generosity, and kindness, whose impact advances both the mission of the Kentucky State Police Foundation and the safety and well-being of communities across the Commonwealth.

Nominations and additional information about the award process can be found at https://kspfoundation.org/. The deadline to submit nominations is April 27, 2026.


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Current Local Conditions
Adair: 72 F
Casey: 72 · Cumberland: 73 · Green: 72
Metcalfe: 71 · Russell: 72 · Taylor: 72
Updated at 7:00pm Tuesday, April 21, 2026
  High/Low: 79 F / 41 F
SLP: 1017.7
Wind: SSW at 3
Dewpoint: 38 F
Relative Humidity: 29.21%
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


April is Child Abuse Prevention Month

The month of April 2026 was proclaimed as Child Abuse Prevention Month as the result of a proclamation issued by Columbia Mayor Pamela Hoots on April 13, 2026. Members of the Lake Cumberland Children's Advocacy Center, Adair County Attorney's Office, and social services attended the proclamation signing.

Child Abuse Prevention Month Proclamation:
  • Whereas, children are vital to our state's future success, prosperity and quality of life as well as being our most vulnerable assets;

  • Whereas, all children deserve to have the safe, stable, nurturing homes and communities they need to foster their healthy growth and development;

  • Whereas, child abuse and neglect is a community responsibility affecting both the current and future quality of life of a community;

  • Whereas, communities that provide parents with the social support. knowledge of parenting and child development and concrete resources they need to cope with stress and nurture their children ensure all children grow to their full potential;

  • Whereas, effective child abuse prevention strategies succeed because of partnerships created among citizens, human service agencies, schools, faith communities, health care providers, civic organizations, law enforcement agencies, and the business community;

  • Therefore, I do hereby proclaim April as Child Abuse Prevention Month and call upon all citizens, community agencies, faith groups, medical facilities, elected leaders and businesses to increase their participation in our efforts to support families, thereby preventing child abuse and strengthening the communities in which we live.
Signed: Mayor Pam Hoots


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KSP statement on trooper-involved shooting in Adair Co.

From Sherry Bray

The Kentucky State Police (KSP) Critical Incident Response Team (CIRT) has been requested by Post 15 in Columbia to investigate a trooper-involved shooting that occurred on Monday, April 20, 2026, shortly before 7pmCT in Adair County.

The initial investigation indicates that officers from the Adair County Sheriff's Office (ACSO) responded yesterday to a disturbance call at a residence on Chestnut Grove Road just before 11amCT. ACSO deputies and another individual encountered Mr. Ryan Sneed, a 39-year-old male from Columbia. Mr. Sneed was armed with a firearm and began shooting at the deputy and the other individual, and they took cover remaining pinned down for several hours. Additional law enforcement agencies, KSP troopers and officers were dispatched to the scene and upon arrival were immediately fired upon by Mr. Sneed, who was barricaded in the residence. Shortly after shots were fired, the KSP Special Response Team (SRT) was requested to respond, and upon their arrival, successfully rescued both the pinned-down deputies and another individual and escorted them to safety.

Over several hours, law enforcement attempted to communicate with Mr. Sneed and negotiate a peaceful resolution. Throughout much of the afternoon, Mr. Sneed periodically continued firing at law enforcement, who returned fire on several occasions. Shortly before 7pmCT, Mr. Sneed exited the residence armed with a firearm. Members of the KSP SRT discharged their agency-issued firearms, striking Mr. Sneed. Mr. Sneed was pronounced deceased at the scene by the Adair County Coroner. No law enforcement members were injured during this incident.


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2026-04-21 11:51:38 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports


Events scheduled for today, April 21, 2026
All events are listed in Central Time. | Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
8:00amCTLoy Cemetery Road closed for repair work (ID:70554 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
9:00amCTAdair Food Pantry, 203 South Monroe Street, Columbia, KY
Open 9am-12pmCT, Contact: Michele Fruth, Director, 270-250-5432 (ID:70512 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
10:00amCTSavor the Flavor Series at Extension Office (ID:70552 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
11:00amCTServices for Jimmy Turner, 82, Columbia, KY (1943-2026) (ID:70546 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
NoonCTServices for Terry Corbin, 73, Adair County, KY (1952-2026) (ID:70547 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
6:00pmCTAdair County Agriculture Development Council meeting (ID:70530 | 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.

Wildflower: Butterweed


2026-04-21 - Central Kentucky - Photo by Pen.
A lot of the bright yellow flowers decorating Kentucky fields this month are butterweed, a native plant that spreads aggressively in disturbed areas and can be toxic to livestock. Wikipedia says"Its ability to fill entire fields or ditches with dense stands of yellow flowers demonstrates invasive potential even within its native range."


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Words of Wisdom for April 21, 2026
For Day 111 of 2026. There are 254 days remaining in 2026.

From Miss Donna Rieder
"When you can't control what's happening, challenge yourself to control the way you respond to what's happening; that's where your power is."

Farm-fresh, free-range eggs just $4/dozen. Call 270-805-1527 to schedule a pickup.
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, or on the Clifty Creek Farm Facebook page.


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KSP report on death investigations

From Trooper Jonathan Houk

In the morning hours of April 20, 2026, Kentucky State Police (KSP) Post 15 received a report of a shooting incident that led Troopers to discover three individuals deceased at three separate residences.

KSP Post 15 received a call from the Adair County 911 Center requesting Troopers to respond with the Adair County Sheriff's Office (ACSO) to a reported shooting incident at a residence on Chestnut Grove Road in Adair County. Troopers were told by the 911 Center that an individual had reported that his brother, identified as 37-year-old Michael Adam Curry, had been shot at the residence.

Upon law enforcement's arrival, an ACSO Deputy began receiving multiple rounds of gunfire coming from the residence. The Deputy sought cover near her cruiser until she could be safely extracted from the area in front of the residence. The shooter, 38-year-old Ryan Sneed, of Columbia, barricaded himself inside the residence. The KSP Special Response Team responded to the residence to assist Post 15 Troopers until Mr. Sneed could be secured.

During the lengthy barricade, KSP learned that Mr. Sneed had made threats to kill his family and began attempts to check on the welfare of his family members. Detectives went to a residence on Lakeview Drive in Adair County to attempt to contact Mr. Sneed's 67-year-old mother, Joyce Sneed, who was located deceased in the residence. Detectives also went to a residence on Henson Road in Adair County to attempt to contact Mr. Sneed's 63-year-old aunt, Debra Clark, who was also found deceased in that residence. The Adair County Coroner pronounced both individuals deceased at each residence. Thankfully, all other family members were located and found to be safe throughout the day.

More information detailing the resolution of the barricade situation can be found in a separate news release. Once the barricade was concluded, KSP entered the residence to continue the investigation of the shooting incident and located Michael Adam Curry deceased inside. The Adair County Coroner pronounced Mr. Curry deceased at the scene.

The investigations of the murders of Joyce Sneed, Debra Clark, and Michael Adam Curry continue and are being led by Post 15 Detective Josh Dicken. KSP was assisted by numerous law enforcement and emergency services personnel, both from Adair County and surrounding counties.


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2026-04-21 11:48:38 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports



Register/Verify registration at: GOVOTEKY
Registration Deadline is April 20, 2026, at 4pm.


Adair Co. Grand Jury April 10 indictments

On Friday, April 10, 2026, the Adair County Circuit Court Grand Jury met and handed down indictments against 4 individuals from Columbia, KY, on charges including wanton endangerment, DUI, reckless driving, burglary, criminal trespass, theft, possession, resisting arrest, and various traffic violations.

NOTE: Indictments are considered formal charges. An indictment is not a finding of guilt. An individual charged by indictment is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty at some later criminal proceeding.

The indictments can be viewed here:
2026-04-10-Adair-Indictments-00024-27-Redacted (PDF, 6MB)


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ACES SBDM Council to meet April 28

From M. Jordan Williams, Principal
Adair County Elementary School

The regular monthly meeting of the Adair County Elementary School SBDM Council that was scheduled for today has been rescheduled for 3:30pmCT on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, in the Library at Adair County Elementary School, 870 Indian Dr, Columbia, KY.


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2026-04-21 10:23:59 | Comments | See topic Education

April proclaimed Child Abuse Prevention Month


2026-04-21 - Columbia, KY - Photo courtesy City of Columbia.
The month of April 2026 has been proclaimed as Child Abuse Prevention Month as the result of a proclamation issued by Columbia Mayor Pamela Hoots on April 13, 2026. Members of the Lake Cumberland Children's Advocacy Center, Adair County Attorney's Office, and social services attended the proclamation signing.

Pictured, from left to right, are Jamie McQueary, Caroline Hardwick, Martha Fuller, Kristine Jacobson, Barbara Shepherd, Mayor Hoots, Shonda Underwood, Lori Pickett, Emily Jessie, Morgan Spoon, and Jeremy Hale.


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2026 Alpha Kappa Phi Review explores wide range of topics

By Shelby Burton

Christianity and socialism in Western Europe, Appalachian identity, and an analysis of influential children's media are among the topics explored in the latest issue of Lindsey Wilson University's Alpha Kappa Phi Review.

The 12th edition of the journal of undergraduate research in the humanities was released online on Monday, April 20, 2026. It can be read for free here: AKO Spring 2026 (PDF).

The editorial staff of the 12th edition of Alpha Kappa Phi Review is: Alannah Bowman '27, Emma Couch '27, Briana Frey '29, Cadence Groce '27, Jesse LaGrange '26, Shiane Lussier '26, McKenzie Melton '29, Yesh Singayao '27, Leona Smith '28 and Christian Varga '28.

The issue's nine articles include:


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Deadly Monday in Adair, four dead including shooter

Adair County Sheriff Gary Roy confirmed that Ryan Sneed, the alleged shooter who took three lives Monday, April 20, 2026, is dead.

Reports are that he killed his mother and his aunt in the Mount Carmel area of Adair County, north of Columbia, before going to Chestnut Grove Road in the southern end of the county where he reportedly killed a friend and then barricaded himself.

Adair County Sheriff's Deputy Emily Wall was the first on the scene and began taking on gunfire. She is safe and Sheriff Roy said, “she did an excellent job."

She was joined by Sheriff's Officers, Columbia City Police, Kentucky State Police, and other first responders as shots were fired throughout the afternoon until Sneed tried to escape through a window and was killed. More information will be coming in as investigators are allowed into the house, checking for explosives.


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2026-04-20 23:53:56 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports

BCF Taco Lunch Fundraiser is May 3

From Kellis Booth, Pastor

Berean Community Fellowship will hold a donations-only taco cookout starting at 1pmCT, after church lunch, on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at the old Columbia Fairgrounds, 413 Fairgound Street, Columbia, KY.

We will be marinating steak and chicken for Carne Asada and Pollo Asada Tacos, with traditional Mexican sides like beans, rice, guacamole salsa and chips.


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2026-04-20 19:49:23 | Comments | See topic Church News

Loy Cemetery Road to be closed April 21

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

Loy Cemetery Road (just past Eddie Compton Road) will be closed after 8amCT on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, for a road tile replacement. Please allow extra time for travel.


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Contributors and editors of Alpha Kappa Phi Review


2026-04-21 - Columbia, KY - Photo courtesy Lindsey Wilson University.
The contributors and editors of the 12th edition of Lindsey Wilson University's Alpha Kappa Phi Review, a journal of undergraduate research in the humanities.

From left: associate professor of English Dr. Karolyn Steffens, Jesse LaGrange '26, Cadence Groce '27, Briana Frey '29, Megan Whitson '26, Christian Varga '28, Lilly Streeval '26, Madeline Hardwick '27, Chloe Taylor '26, Morgan Bryant '26, Alannah Bowman '27, Ada Gass '28, Leona Smith '28, Yesh Singayao '27 and McKenzie Melton '29.

Not pictured: Shiane Lussier '26.


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Safe actions save lives in highway work zones

From Naitore Djigbenou/Allen Blair

Frankfort, KY - April 20-24 is National Work Zone Awareness Week, which is why Team Kentucky is reminding everyone to help protect themselves and their neighbors by driving safely. With peak construction season on state highways gearing up in the commonwealth, drivers are encouraged to slow down and drive alert in work zones to improve safety for workers, drivers, and passengers.

Work Zone Driving Safety Tips
  • Put the phone down and avoid all distractions.
  • Stay alert for workers, lane changes and reduced speed limits.
  • Obey posted signs and flaggers.
  • Be patient - driving 10 mph slower through a work zone only adds about a minute to your trip.
  • Maintain a safe following distance.
  • Plan ahead - check ky.gov or use WAZE for real-time traffic updates.
"Spring marks the beginning of increased construction activity and travel," said Gov. Beshear. "Orange barrels are a sign progress is ahead and as more work zones pop up, we're asking drivers to look out for their neighbors by driving the speed limit and putting down the phone to prevent crashes and save lives. Together, we can make Kentucky safer for everyone - including on our roadways."


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2026-04-20 13:17:49 | Comments

TJHC Lunch and Learn on Long Term Care

From Stacey Biggs

T.J. Health Columbia will be hosting a Lunch and Learn at NoonCT on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at T.J. Health Columbia, 901 Wellness Way, Columbia.

This month's program will be about Long Term Care: Home Health Services and Community Resources. Lunch will be provided at no charge for those in attendance. RSVPs can be made by contacting Daniel Bragg at Daniel.Bragg@tjsamson.org.


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2026-04-20 13:14:04 | Comments | See topic Health Care

Birthdays and Anniversaries for April 21
Happy Anniversary, David and Teresa Giles (1989) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Larry and Tammy Franklin | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Anthony Darnell | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Chris G. Hadley | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Elizabeth Graham | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jennifer Carole Neagle Boils | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jessica Froedge (1990) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Kelci Marie Ramsey (2007) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Lariat Deanna Baker (2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Laura Flatt | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Malory Feese Burton. | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Olivia Grace Lynn (2010) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Raegan Grace Atwood | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Rebecca Ann Grant (1940) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Taylor BreAnn Burton and Tristan Rose Burton (2006) | (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.

Savor the Flavor Series continues at Extension Office

From Shannon Steveson

The Savor the Flavor Series continues at 10amCT on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at the Adair County Extension Office, 409 Fairground Street, Columbia, KY.

This week's session will be on Cooking Appliances.


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2026-04-20 10:00:28 | Comments | See topic Adair Co. Extension Service

Commodities distribution April 22/23

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

Adair County Judge Executive Larry Russell Bryant and the Lake Cumberland Community Action agency are pleased to announce that we will be distributing another load of commodities, while supplies last, from 10amCT to 2pmCT on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, and from 10amCT to 2pmCT on Thursday, April 23, 2026, at the Jim Blair Recreational Center located at 901 Hudson St., Columbia, KY.

This load of commodities is mostly food items, including chips, cookies, drinks, etc. All Adair County citizens are welcome.


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Deputy Emily Wall's car riddled with bullets Monday


2026-04-20 - Adair County, KY - Photo from Sheriff Gary Roy.
Adair County Sheriff Gary Roy was proud of Deputy Emily Wall. He said she was the first to arrive on the scene and began taking on gunfire, visible in the pictures of the roof and side of her car. He confirmed that Ryan Sneed, the alleged shooter who took three lives Monday, is dead, and the scene was secured with no more danger to the residents.


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Boil Water Advisory lifted

From Columbia/Adair Utilities District
April 20, 2026

As of 8:45am on April 20, 2026 the Boil Water Advisory for all consumers starting at 7979 to 10475 Knifley Road and all side roads, all of Hovious Ridge Road and all side roads, and all of Pikes Ridge Road and all side roads has been lifted by the Division of Water. This means your water is safe for human consumption. You no longer have to boil your water.


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2026-04-20 09:55:11 | Comments

CACVFD: Structure fire on Russell Springs Road

From Grant Loy, Public Information Officer
Columbia Adair County Fire Department

The Columbia Adair County Fire Department was dispatched at approximately 14:23 hours on Sunday afternoon, April 19, 2026, to a report of a structure fire at 6565 Russell Springs Road.

Upon arrival, firefighters found a one story residential structure with smoking showing from the charlie side of the structure. Crews initiated a fire attack and was able to contain the fire to the bathroom and attic area of the home. The cause of this fire is related to an electrical issue that is in the attic. No injuries were reported at the time of the incident.

There were 12 firefighters on scene for approximately 1.5 hours. Mutual Aid was provided by Russell Springs Fire Rescue.

Agencies that assisted included: Adair County E911 Center, Adair County Ambulance Service, Adair County Sheriff's Department & Taylor County RECC.


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2026-04-20 09:48:53 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports

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

Fiesta Mexico of Columbia
819 Jamestown St., Columbia KY. 270-384-6004. Hrs.: 10:30amCT daily; Sun, 11amCT
Authentic Mexican Restaurant
Tuesday Special: Quesadilla Verde Grilled flour tortilla stuffed with chicken or beef with cheese served with rice, lettuce, tomato & quacamole. $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


Happy Hawg BBQ
114 Jamestown Street, Columbia, KY. 270-585-4671. Open from 10:30amCT to 5pmCT Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. Mastercard, Visa, and Discover accepted.
Happy Hawg BBQ is open again on Jamestown Street with shoulder, brisket, chicken, smoked bologna, and ribeye steaks, plus burgers and hotdogs, cold cut sandwiches, fries, nachos, appetizers, homemade sides, ice cream cups, Italian Ice cups, and more!
Randy Young, owner


Betty's Country Cooking
MENU | 2339 Campbellsville RD, Columbia, KY (MAP) Phone 270-384-5664 | Non-smoking. Breakfast served anytime. Credit Cards accepted.
For the Fall and Winter, Betty's is open on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 6amCT to 8pmCT, and on Sunday from 8amCT to 3pmCT


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 County Schools
Adair Co. School District, Dayna Parnell, Director of Food Services, 270-384-2476
ACES and ACPC menu for April 21, 2026:
Breakfast: Chicken and waffles
Lunch: Burrito or chicken and cheese quesadilla, cheesy rice, refried beans, salsa and chips, applesauce cup, fresh fruit options

ACMS and ACHS menu for April 21, 2026:
Breakfast: Chicken and waffles
Lunch: Chicken and cheese quesadilla, cheesy rice, refried beans, salsa and chips, applesauce cup, fresh fruit options


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 Tuesday, April 21, 2026:
Salmon patty, baked potatoes, peas, apple, sour cream and margarine, roll, milk



ACHS Prom Held Saturday Night

By Katelynn M. Molesky / Adair Progress

The 2026 Adair County High School Prom was held on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at the Barn at Cedar Grove. A large group of students were present at the elegantly decorated venue where there was no shortage of music, some food and drinks, and a whole lot of fun.

The the theme for the event was Las Vegas and various themed areas were set up throughout for photos. Much of the prom was organized by the Junior Class Officers, with some help from school staff and sponsors.


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ACHS SBDM Council to meet April 23

From Chad A. Parnell, Principal
Adair County High School

The ACHS SBDM Council will have its regular monthly meeting at 4pmCT on Thursday, April 23, 2026, in the ACHS Library, 526 Indian Drive, Columbia KY.


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2026-04-19 21:11:00 | Comments | See topic Education

Air show kicks off 2026 Derby celebration


2026-04-20 - Louisville, KY - Photo by Evan Waggener, ColumbiaMagazine.com.
Smoke On Aviation kept families and friends gathered on the banks along the Ohio River, in vehicles, hotels and on television, mesmerized leading up to the fireworks show kicking off the start of the 2026 Kentucky Derby season. This is the view from the Swizzle on the 25th floor of the Galt House courtesy of Mr "P" Express. Even though the weather wasn't perfect, it was great to be there after last year's flooding kept the events from happening.


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ACSO: Watch out for Form 5102 scams

From Sheriff Gary Roy
Adair County Sheriff's Office

Just received information that a resident has received a Form 5102 in the mail. It is an official-looking document, but is a scam. Do not complete this form or pay any fees and do not give out any personal information.

If you receive one of these letters, throw it away.


The US Treasure Department web site cautions:
Correspondence that references a "Form 4022" or "Form 5102" is fraudulent. FinCEN does not have a "Form 4022" or a "Form 5102." Do not send BOI to anyone by completing these forms.
More information is available at oig.treasury.gov/fraud-alerts.


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2026-04-19 21:09:01 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports


Remembrances for April 21
In Memoriam, Valerie Wheeler Morris (d. April 21, 2007) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Joyce Burton, 85, Adair County, KY (1933-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Randall Pyles, 81, Adair County, KY (1939-2020) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ruth P. Thomas Adair Co., KY (1910) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Inez Burton Bernard Roden, Adair County, KY (1922-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Eddie Compton , 81, Adair County, KY (1935-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, April Ann Rooks (1984-2002) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Betty Lou Ryder Blair, 83, Greensburg, KY (1933-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bill Walton, 85, Russell Springs, KY (1937-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Billy Ray Bradley, 71, Green County, KY (1946-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Billy Ray Walton, 85, Russell Springs, KY (1937-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bobby Eads, 68, Liberty, KY (1947-2015) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bobby Eugene Thomas, 90, Casey Co., KY native (1932-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bobby Lewis Watson, 92, Adair County, KY (1927-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Cecil Howard Garmon, 75, Cumberland County, KY (1939-2015) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Darrell K. Thurman, Burkesville, KY (1939-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Donald Rexroat, Russell Co., KY (1947-2013) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Dwight Cave, Taylor Co., KY (1927-2015) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ella Fern Polston, 73, Russell County, KY (1941-2014) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Elvie R. Wall, Casey Co., KY (1926-2011) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, George D. Garrett, 60, Dunnville, KY (1960-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, George Salem Jones, 83, Green Co., KY (1939-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Glendo Popplewell, 90, Russell Springs, KY (1931-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Henry L. Cummings, 90, Burkesville, KY (1927-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jacqueline Stacy Ellis Chavez, 46, Taylor County, KY (1971-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, James Edward Shirley, 65, Green Co., KY (1957-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Junior Davenport, 79, Casey Co., KY (1936-2015) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Kathleen Dubree Cary, 89, Marrowbone, KY (1930-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Louise Andrew, 85, Russell County, KY (1933-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mamie (Wright) Beard, 85, Green Co., KY (1936-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mary Jane Bryant, 87, Bradfordsville, KY (1935-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mary Louise Coffey Franklin, 90, Adair Co., KY (1930-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Maxie Howard Smith, 86, Burkesville, KY (1930-2016) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Michael Lee (Shaky Mike) Wright, Taylor County, KY (1961-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Patricia Louise Tucker Nunn, 61, Green Co., KY (1955-2016) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Paul A. Foley, 83, Russell Co., KY (1932-2015) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Paul Helm, Jr., 73, Jamestown, KY (1948-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ronald (Abe) Russell, 86, Jamestown, KY (1937-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Tom Curry, 86, Campbellsville, KY (1932-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Wanda Walters, Taylor Co., KY (1936-2012) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Winston Kelly Burton, Sr., 72 Russell County, KY (1943-2016) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Yvonne Diane Cappelli, 64, Casey County, KY (1952-2016 Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)

 






























 
 
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