A unique architectural parking lot marvel 2026-02-02 - Downtown Columbia, KY - Photo by April Yurcevic Shepperd. Winter storm Fern brought snow, covered by ice, covered by more snow, and this picture is an example of the creative responses. First responders move the snow and ice as quickly as possible, pushing it up into piles to get it out of the way. Neighborhood kids took this huge pile of snow in the corner on Burkesville and Guardian Streets that hasn't had a chance to melt and created a fantastic play space. April, pictured in the entry way, says, "Thank you to the talented, albeit cold, engineers who braved the wicked temperatures to bring joy to our community!" Read More... | Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

KSP Post 15 welcomes new trooper Joshua Murphy 2026-02-02 - Frankfort, KY - Photo courtesy Kentucky State Police. Joshua Murphy of Liberty, KY, graduated from the KSP Training Academy. During his 24 weeks at the training academy, Murphy also earned his associate degree in General Occupational and Technical Studies from the Bluegrass Community and Technical College. Read More... | Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

Friendship 2026-02-01 - Fairplay, KY - Photo by Veronica Arnold. Veronica writes, "I think this picture says it all. Sunset on Sunday night. K9 friends sit outside the doghouse and stand guard together." Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

ACES Principal Jordan Williams with attendance award 2026-02-01 - Columbia, KY - Photo by Mig Feuser, Adair Progress. Robbie Harmon, at left, Director of Pupil Personnel, hands the trophy for the highest attendance to Adair County Elementary School Principal Jordan Williams at the January School Board meeting. Read More... | Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

ASCEND Awards given for exemplifying positive attitude 2026-02-01 - Columbia, KY - Photo by Mig Feuser, Adair Progress. December Adair County School Board ASCEND awards were presented to Trix Lynn, Joanna Williams, and Mary Ellen Purcell. They were handed out by Sarah Hatton and Supt. Jason Faulkner. Read More... | Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

Brianna Hillock honored for exceptional cross-country season 2026-02-01 - Columbia, KY - Photo by Mig Feuser, Adair Progress. ACHS senior Brianna Hillock was honored for her outstanding success in the track disciplines. She is pictured with Supt. Jason Faulkner. The board recognized her for an exceptional cross-country season. Hillock placed sixth out of 223 runners at the state cross-country meet, earning first-team all-state and 2A all-region honors. She plans to continue her running career at the University of the Cumberlands. Read More... | Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

Adair High School choir honored by School Board 2026-02-01 - Columbia, KY - Photo by Mig Feuser, Adair Progress. High School choir and theater director Kaleigh Foster shared updates on a standout year for the vocal music program. Honored for their performances at the January Adair County School Board meeting were: Choir director Kaleigh Foster, Angelica Bell, Bobby Bell, Emma Berry, Ella Burkhead, Hannah Kotter, Suzy Kotter, and Zebastian Webb pictured with Supt. Jason Faulkner. Read More... | Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

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