KSP Trooper Hayden Phillips donations open for family 2026-09-29 - Photo from KSP. Kentucky State Trooper Hayden Phillips, native of Russell County, KY, made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty on September 28, 2026. The Kentucky State Police Foundation is accepting donations to help his family. 100% of donations designated to the Trooper Hayden Phillips Fund will go directly to his family. These funds can help with meals, household expenses, and other everyday needs as they navigate the days ahead. Donations can be made online at either of these links: PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate/ -- or Zeffy: https://www.zeffy.com/.../donation-form/tpr-hayden-phillips -- or by check mailed to: Kentucky State Police Foundation, 1303 US HWY 127 S., Suite 402-204, Frankfort, KY 40601 Memo Line: Trooper Hayden Phillips. The Kentucky State Police Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Read More... | Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

Scenic Adair Co.: Sunset at Springhead Farm (2 of 2) 2026-09-29 - Fairplay, KY - Photo by Veronica Arnold. Veronica captured a pair of photos at Springhead Farm in Fairplay that celebrate the weather and the season. She writes, "Misty mornings. Cool evenings. Lots of sunshine to finish the season strong." Paired Photo: Scenic Adair Co.: Sunrise at Springhead Farm (1 of 2) Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

Scenic Adair Co.: Sunrise at Springhead Farm (1 of 2) 2026-09-29 - Fairplay, KY - Photo by Veronica Arnold. Veronica captured a pair of photos at Springhead Farm in Fairplay that celebrate the weather and the season. She writes, "Misty mornings. Cool evenings. Lots of sunshine to finish the season strong." Paired Photo: Scenic Adair Co.: Sunset at Springhead Farm (2 of 2) Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

Flynn and Furkin at ACA Summit 2026-09-29 - Asheville, NC - Photo courtesy Lindsey Wilson University. Lindsey Wilson University faculty members Karly Flynn '17 of art, left, and Jennifer Furkin '06 of communication were panelists at the Appalachian College Association Summit, which was held September 23-25, 2026, in Asheville. Read More... | Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

Mayor, schools highlight Suicide Prevention & Awareness Month 2026-09-29 - Columbia, KY - Photo courtesy City of Columbia. Last week, Columbia Mayor Pam Hoots met with representatives from Adair County Schools to proclaim September as Suicide Prevention & Awareness Month. Joining Mayor Hoots were Sophie Taylor, Kilee Foster, Braylee Corbin, SRO Corey Meyer, Kim Lucas, Krystal Miller, Brittany Faulkner, Jessica Froedge, and Columbia Chief of Police Evan Burton. Read More... | Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

Congratulations Rylee Held! 2026-09-29 - Montgomery, AL - Photo from Paige Held. Ten-year-old Rylee Held won Runner Up at the Sportsman Southern Bracket Finals held September 24-27, 2026, at Montgomery International Dragway, competing against some of the best junior racers from around the country. Read More... | Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

Abby Maulden and Katie Kean speak to Board of Education 2026-09-28 - Columbia, KY - Photo courtesy Robin Hancock. In the lead-up to All In for Ag Education Week, Adair County FFA Officers Abby Maulden and Katie Kean made a presentation at the Adair County Board of Education monthly meeting, where they explained to the board members and audience what agricultural education activities were offered to Adair County Students. Read More... | Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

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