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Historical Quest: The experience of the W.A.T.C.H group

The captions on the accompanying photos are different from other ColumbiaMagazine.com cutlines: They're meant be puzzles. They're only clues. In many cases, they are esoteric. One needs to know a lot of Columbia history, know a lot of Adair County people, know the photographer's biography and followed her work, traced her family tree to catch every nuance. Heck, you'd even have to know the history of the oilfields and watch a lot of Tv to know what Shamarie is saying every time - but it's mean to be fun and to get more people to make the Quest. It starts with a brochure box at the Adair County Library, 307 Greensburg Street, Columbia, KY - and then you're on your own - own your own quest! - CM
Click on headline for the introduction with Shamarie Claiborne's some dozen and a half photos from the W.A.T.C.H groups' quest.

By Jelaine Harlow
For the Adair County W.A.T.C.H.

A few members of Adair County W.A.T.C.H. (working actively toward community health) Coalition participated in A Journey through Time, A Historical Quest about Adair County today during their lunch break.

The group is sponsoring a Family Fun & Fitness challenge which requires participating families to take the Quest as one of their activities.





The Quest takes 45-60 minutes and is fun and educational. We encourage everyone to find the time to take the Quest; meanwhile you can take a pictorial quest of today's journey. - Jelaine Harlow


This story was posted on 2013-05-18 00:25:11
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Historical Quest - 1: Before the start



2013-05-18 - 307 Greensburg Street, Columbia, KY - Photo by Shamarie Claiborne.
On the Air Dayna Walker, from the WAVE 92.7, at the Adair County Public Library, interviews Jelaine Harlow, President of W.A.T.C.H. (Working Actively Toward Community Health) as members of the committee prepare for some lunchtime activity promoting health and fitness. - Shamarie Claiborne

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Historical Quest - 2: The Players



2013-05-18 - Columbia, KY - Photo by Shamarie Claiborne.
The Quest Players included Top left - Lisa Greer, Susan Breeding, Nona Mann. and Top right - Lee Ann Jessie, Dana Walker, Destiny Greer, Jelaine Harlow posing for a group shot on front steps of the Adair County Public Library, 307 Greensburg Street, Columbia, KY, the starting point of the quest, A Journey Through Time, which is required in the Family Fun & Fitness Challenge which starts Monday, May 20, 2013. - Shamarie Claiborne

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The Historical Quest - 3: Often unseen, in plain sight



2013-05-18 - Columbia, KY - Photo by Shamarie Claiborne.
We were all amazed by the plaque we walk by each day. Nary a one of us had ever stopped to pay tribute to those who sacrificed the ultimate for our freedom. While on the Quest, we hope you find this moment from time. - Shamarie Claiborne

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The Historical Quest - 4: Oldest church



2013-05-18 - Columbia, KY - Photo by Shamarie Claiborne.
Little did we know a hospital so close to the Square has stood since before Civil War times. - Shamarie Claiborne

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The Historical Quest - 5: The cost to smell a rose



2013-05-18 - Columbia, KY - Photo by Shamarie Claiborne.
Mid way we were all going strong. Little did we the cost to smell a rose. - Shamarie Claiborne

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The Historical Quest - 6: The rose



2013-05-18 - Columbia, KY - Photo by Shamarie Claiborne.
The rose The beauty was worth all the pain, sweat and tears for the ultimate view that too few know. - Shamarie Claiborne

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The Historical Quest - 7: Over the rooftops



2013-05-18 - Columbia, KY - Photo by Shamarie Claiborne.
The view A rest much needed with a view like no other. - Shamarie Claiborne

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The Historical Quest - 8 - No outlet



2013-05-18 - Columbia, KY - Photo by Shamarie.
No outlet Almost done. Patrons beware. The sign says no outlet, but by foot you'll be spared. - Shamarie Claiborne

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The Historical Quest - 9: The End of Quest



2013-05-18 - Columbia, KY - Photo By Shamarie Claiborne.
Alas, our Quest is over. We find the "view Pen made famous," the of the quest, but the library still to find. - Shamarie Claiborne

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The Historical Quest - 10: Epilogue, the Shortcut



2013-05-18 - Columbia, KY - Photo by Shamarie Claiborne.
The shortcut. Jelaine and Lisa, grandchildren they must find. Please God hurry, and send me mine. - Shamarie Claiborne

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The Historical Quest - 11: Epilogue, Dana!



2013-05-18 - Columbia, KY - Photo by Shamarie Claiborne.
Dana! 911 is just around the bend. - Shamarie Claiborne

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The Historical Quest - 12: Epilogue, Daddy's Handiwork



2013-05-18 - Columbia, KY - Photo by Shamarie Claiborne.
Never thought I'd see Daddy's handiwork from up here. - Shamarie Claiborne

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The Historical Quest - 13: Epilogue, Still in town?



2013-05-18 - Columbia, KY - Photo by Shamarie Claiborne.
Are you sure we're sure still in town? How did we get Topside of The Holler? - Shamarie Claiborne

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The Historical Quest -14: Epilogue, tree lined street



2013-05-18 - Columbia, KY - Photo by Shamarie.
Wall to Wall trees Where must I be? - Shamarie Claiborne

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The Historical Quest - 15: Epilogue, please play with me



2013-05-18 - Columbia, KY - Photo by Shamarie Claiborne.
Even the dog just wanted to play. But we were too weary, from having come all this way. - Shamarie Claiborne

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The Historical Quest - 16: Epilogue, the money shot



2013-05-18 - Columbia, KY - Photo by Shamarie Claiborne.
The money shot. Jimmy Lowe Cravens made this shot famous, now every photographer tries to do it better. But no one can best the Master of the Shutter. - Shamarie Claiborne

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The Historical Quest - 17: Epilogue, JR out of work?



2013-05-18 - Columbia, KY - Photo by Shamarie Claiborne.
How that Hollywood has hit our little town You never know when the famous you'll see, wandering around. We all love his show. Just hope it hasn't been cancelled, and we're the last to know. Miss Bonnie can help, but can she find a new starring role? - Shamarie Claiborne

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The Historical Quest -18: Epilogue: Journey to past to present



2013-05-18 - Columbia, KY - Photo by Shamarie Claiborne.
Finally we made it. Safe and sound. The Quest: A Journey through time was worth every step. Much knowledge was gained. The laughter was worth all the pain. - Shamarie Claiborne

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