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Basketball: Indians travel to Scott Co. for Bluegrass Shootout

By Trey Stephens, Staff Writer

The Adair County Indians Boys Varsity Basketball team will bring their summer ball action to a close this weekend, as they travel to the KABC Bluegrass Shootout held in the greater Lexington area. All of the Indians games this weekend will be in Scott County.

Saturday, June 21, 2024:
  • 4pmCT: Indians vs Westland High School, at Scott Co. High School
  • 6pmCT: Indians vs Seneca High School, at Scott Co. High School
Sunday June 22, 2025:
  • NoonCT: Indians vs Pulaski Co. at Scott Co. Middle School
  • 2pmCT: Indians vs Whitley Co. at Great Crossing High School
The Indians hope to perform well against the Redhawks of Seneca as they by far had the worst record, in terms of wins, of the three Kentucky teams that the Tribe will face this weekend. Seneca is a team coming off a 9-22 season, but returning 75% of their scoring from last year. Nonetheless, the biggest goal of this weekend, like all of summer ball, is to grow and get better. If the Indians can do that this weekend, then the KABC Bluegrass Shootout will have been a success for the Tribe.


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2025-06-21 08:23:25 | Comments | See topic Sports


Pack of dogs dumped, killing chickens


2025-06-21 - Adair County, KY - Photo from Donna Rieder.
Four of the pack of twelve dogs dumped at the scenic Sam Coffey Hole where Big Clifty Creek feeds into Russell Creek in Adair County. They have killed animals and one bit the farm owner trying to trap it.


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Dumped dogs killing chickens: It's Got to Stop!

By Peg Schaeffer, Sugarfoot Farm Rescue
The Adair Progress


When are people going to stop dumping their dogs? I heard Donna Rieder on Swap Shop Monday morning. She talked about at least a dozen dogs that had been abandoned at the Sam Coffey Hole, which is where Big Clifty Creek feeds into Russell Creek.

She walked outside to find three beagle-looking dogs in her yard near her chicken coops. She called Jimmy Harmon, the dogcatcher, and he came out. They were unable to catch any of the dogs. Once he left, they came back by the barn. Donna approached them, two ran off, but one followed her into the barn, where she was able to get a leash on it and get in into a cat carrier.

It bit her on the right forearm in the process.


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2025-06-21 01:17:55 | Comments

Current Local Conditions
Adair: 88 F
Casey: 87 · Cumberland: 91 · Green: 88
Metcalfe: 89 · Russell: 89 · Taylor: 88
Updated at 3:30pm Saturday, June 21, 2025
  High/Low: 88 F / 65 F
SLP: 1016.8
Wind: SSE at 2
Dewpoint: 73 F
Relative Humidity: 59.98%
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


KAFC approves BFLP loans in Adair, Green Counties

From Madison Pergrem

Frankfort, KY - The Kentucky Agricultural Finance Corp. (KAFC) approved 23 agricultural loans totaling $5,043,076 for projects across the Commonwealth at its monthly board meeting on June 20, 2025, including BFLP loans in Adair and Green Counties.

Beginning Farmer Loan Program (BFLP)
Fifteen Beginning Farmer loans totaling up to $3,248,076 were approved. Loan recipients were in Adair ($250,000), Caldwell ($55,000), Calloway ($250,000), Clark ($250,000), Graves (two for $250,000 each), Grayson ($237,500), Green ($233,750), Hopkins (three for $250,000 each) Marshall ($125,000), Ohio ($204,326), Rockcastle ($242,500), and Washington ($150,000) counties.

The BFLP is designed to assist individuals with some farming experience who desire to develop, expand, or buy into a farming operation. Beginning farmers may qualify for financing to purchase livestock, equipment, or agriculture facilities; to secure permanent working capital; for the purchase of farm real estate; or to invest in a partnership or LLC.


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2025-06-20 17:10:32 | Comments

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Agenda for June 24 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 session at 6pmCT on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, in the basement of the Adair County Annex basement located at 424 Public Square, Columbia, KY. The public is invited to attend.

In addition to regular business, items on the lengthy agenda include a change of hours for the recycling center, a second reading of the budget, a second reading of changes to the drug testing procedures in the administrative code, the library budget, the ambulance budget, a second reading of the proposed solar ordinance, application for an animal shelter grant, discussion of the 2026 occupational tax, board appointments, salary discussions, a dump truck discussion, and a new 911 part-time hire.

Meeting Agenda:


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2025-06-20 17:05:59 | Comments | See topic Local Government

Events scheduled for today, June 21, 2025
All events are listed in Central Time. | Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
8:00amCTFarmers Market on the Square
8amCT to 1pmCT at the corner of Campbellsville and Merchant Street (ID:68887 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
9:00amCTFourth Annual Caretakers Motorcycle Ride
All money collected will go for supplies for Green River Animal Shelter. (ID:68934 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
NoonCTGrassy Springs School and Community Reunion
Masonic Lodge, 501 Burkesville Street, Columbia, KY (ID:68807 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
4:00pmCTBasketball: Indians vs Westland High School, at Scott Co. High School (ID:69012 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
6:00pmCTMCHS Class of 1985 to hold reunion (ID:68350 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
Basketball: Indians vs Seneca High School, at Scott Co. High School (ID:69013 | 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.

Travel: Vintage Dad's Day at Shaker Village, 3 of 3


2025-06-20 - Harrodsburg, KY - Photo by Robert Ellis, robertelliswoodworking.com.
A photo from Robert's recent visit to Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill. Robert writes, "Meet Orville, the turkey. His name was told to me by some children that were familiar with him. I figured in a matter of time, by just following him around, some kind of scene would play out...here (I'll assume) a grandfather lifts his grandson up to peer over the fence to get a better view of Orville."

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Basketball: Lady Indians 9-0 in summer play

By Trey Stephens, Staff Writer

The Adair County Lady Indians Basketball team is now sitting at 9-0 in varsity games on their 2025 summer ball season. Recently the team defeated Rye Cove 41-16, Casey County 63-47, and Metcalfe County 45-38.

The win against the Metcalfe County Lady Hornets comes against a team that finished as runner-ups in the 4th Region Tournament last season. Metcalfe only graduated one senior, so that was quite a nice win for the Lady Indians. The leading scorer in that game for Adair County was rising senior Kinzlee Akin with 19, followed by rising sophomore Reese Bardin with 10. Addie Bowman, another rising sophomore, added 10 rebounds and 3 blocks in that game.

In the prior games, the Lady Indians were led in scoring by Reese Bardin against Rye Cove, with 12, and by Kinzlee Akin against Casey County, with 30. In the game against Casey County, Addie Bowman came up just short of a double/double, posting 11 points and nine rebounds.

The Adair County Lady Indians JV team is also having a good summer, winning both games they've played, 51-24 against Somerset Christain and 62-10 versus Spencer County. The Lady Indians will undoubtedly keep improving and get better as they gear up for what should be an excellent 2025-2026 season.


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2025-06-20 16:49:09 | Comments | See topic Sports

Charley Harper exhibit at Headley-Whitney Museum

The Spring Exhibition of the Headley-Whitney Museum of Art, which opened in April, features over 150 works by Cincinnati-based American Modernist artist Charley Harper.

Harper, who passed away in 2007, was best known for his highly stylized wildlife prints, posters, and book illustrations. He often created works for many nature-based organizations, among them the National Park Service, Cincinnati Zoo, Cincinnati Nature Center, Cornell Lab of Ornithology, Hamilton County (Ohio) Park District, and Hawk Mountain Sanctuary in Pennsylvania. He also designed interpretive displays for Everglades National Park.

The Spring Exhibit is available for viewing from 9amCT to 3pmCT on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, excluding holidays, through July 27, 2025. It also includes a Mid-Century Modern Furniture Exhibit curated by Gonzo Vintage, plus Imaginative Wildlife Sculptures by Fayette County Middle School Students, and more. Admission is $10, free for students and children. The Headley-Whitney Museum of Art is located about 2 hours from downtown Columbia, at 4435 Old Frankfort Pike, Lexington, KY.


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2025-06-20 16:27:56 | Comments


KELC releases May 2025 Unemployment Report

From Mike Clark/Kim Saylor Brannock

Frankfort, KY - Kentucky's seasonally adjusted preliminary May 2025 unemployment rate was 5%, according to the Kentucky Center for Statistics (KYSTATS), an agency within the Kentucky Education and Labor Cabinet.

The preliminary May 2025 jobless rate was down 0.2 percentage points from April 2025 and up 0.1 percentage points from one year ago.

The U.S. seasonally adjusted jobless rate for May 2025 was 4.2%, which was unchanged from April 2025, according to the U.S. Department of Labor.


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2025-06-20 10:16:58 | Comments

Sculpture in the Shell Grotto


2025-06-20 - Lexington, KY - Photo by Pen.
A sculpture on display in the Shell Grotto on the grounds of the Headley-Whitney Museum of Art in Lexington. The museum web site says, "From the coral slabs of the floor mined in the Florida Keys to the four mosaics on the ceiling created by artist and friend Carl Malouf, Headley created an exotic sea environment full of intriguing furnishings and fanciful objects decorated and constructed with shells."


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Carol Perkins: They come out of the woodwork

Previous Column: A valuable legacy

By Carol Perkins

"They come out of the woodwork." Have you heard that expression referring to family members who never visit Mama or Daddy, or call, and when it comes time to read the will, they are all "in."

I find this to be more common than not, after speaking with many who have been through this painful ordeal. So far, I have had no problems as an executor, but I can see how it happens.

When my mother was in the nursing home, I talked to the residents as I headed for my mother's room. We often engaged in conversations about the weather or something I was wearing. One lady loved my red coat. During my daily visits, I seldom saw a visitor.


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2025-06-19 15:38:01 | Comments | See topic Carol Perkins

Writer Rodney White remembers Adair County Fair

By Rodney White
whiterm55@gmail.com

In all of my years attending horse shows and horse races at the fair during the 1960s and 1970s, the races were by far the most exciting and memorable, and most of the memorable events happened on Saturday, the last day of racing.

One of my favorite memories was when a horse named Roy Freeman ran through the fence on the final turn in the Adair County Derby. He then ran out the entrance gate in the barn area, turned right on Fairground Street, and then made another right turn and headed down Wain Street. Thinking we might help catch the horse, my brother and I gave chase on foot. We ran as far as our house at the corner of Oak Street and Campbellsville Street before we gave out.


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2025-06-19 14:45:34 | Comments


VBS and Touch a Truck at RS Christian Church

From Vicki Lynn Brown

Join us for Vacation Bible School "Hidden Treasure-Things Money Can't Buy!" from 5:30pmCT to 8pmCT on June 25, 26, and 27, 2025, at Russell Springs Christian Church. We will uncover secrets from the Bible, have games, crafts, snacks, and loads of fun!

Then come out for "Touch a Truck" on Saturday, from 9amCT to 4pmCT on Saturday, June 28, 2025, with First Responders, Food Trucks, Bouncy Houses and Water Slides and more! See you there!

Russell Springs Christian Church is located on the corner of Main and College, at 315 Main Street, Russell Springs, KY.


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2025-06-19 09:01:24 | Comments | See topic Church News

Extension Services showcased at June Chamber

Leaders Nick Roy and Dylan Gentry presented the services of Adair County's Cooperative Extension Service at the June Chamber of Commerce lunch meeting. They also provided a meal featuring Adair County farm foods.

Dylan's presentation was spotlighted by the locally grown meal ingredients served to all in attendance. He noted a round of applause was due to the volunteers who had been working all morning to prepare and serve the meal. The menu follows:


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2025-06-18 22:42:21 | Comments

Epicurean Kentuckian: Wallace Station Club Sandwich


2025-06-20 - Versailles, KY - Photo by Pen.
The Santa Anita Club from Wallace Station comes with roast turkey, pepper jack, guacamole, bacon, lettuce, tomato and chipotle mayo.


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Lightning danger begins at first sound of thunder

If you are outdoors when you first hear thunder, seek shelter. The best shelter is indoors or in a hard-topped car. The worst shelter is under a tree, by a utility poll or any isolated tall structure. Even standing near a tree is dangerous since lightning travels along the ground surface.

Never wait to take shelter until it starts raining or you hear thunder. By the time it starts to rain, lightning can already be operating up to 10 miles from the rain area. When you hear thunder, the danger is imminent.


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2025-06-18 10:30:20 | Comments

Adair Russell Casey Center gets new location

The ARC Pregnancy Center, located in Russell County, held groundbreaking last week for a new facility. The ARC Center is named after the area it supports - Adair, Russell, and Casey Counties.

The Center offers parenting classes and pregnancy tests and information. In 2024 the center served 1,743 clients, held 38 parenting classes, and distributed 1,566 dozen of diapers. They also distributed 64 car seats, and 171 large baby items.


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2025-06-18 10:08:58 | Comments | See topic Local Government

Birthdays and Anniversaries for June 21
Happy Anniversary, Dennis & Debbie Selby | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Jerry and Denise Adamson | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Angel (Nikki) England (1979) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Ashley Ann Price | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Bobbie Jo Russell (1981) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Callie Morrison | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Emily Jo Baker-King (1995) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Heather Dashkiewicz (1978) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Joey Dale Bennett | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Lane Burkhardt (June 21, 2000) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Malakai Horton (2005) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Nicole Rickard (1979) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Roger McCarol (1966) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Sara Rowe | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Stephen L. Bishop (1982) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Timothy Griffen Hardwick (2009) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy birthday, Tojo Phillips | (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.

Prayers requested for FM2 Breadman

From co-director Donna Jones

Dear friends of the Farmers Market on the Square, Paul our "Breadman" is having some health issues and will not be at the market the rest of June.

If you all could, keep him in prayer as we know he would appreciate it. We will keep you posted and we hope and pray he can return soon.


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2025-06-17 23:14:26 | Comments

Tornado history for this region 1974-2024

In light of the heavy rains and the long stormy spring of 2025, the weather remains at the top of our thoughts. This article collects and categorizes tornado activity over the past 50 years.

By Daniel Wilson, Storm Alert Center


There has been a LOT of discussion concerning the shifting of "tornado alley" to include a large part of Kentucky, mainly along and west of Interstate 75.

I have taken data from 1974 and ran it until 2024. In 1974, the year of the Super Outbreak Tornado of April 3rd, we experienced 59 tornadoes! Three of those tornadoes were F-5 (261-318 MPH), 20 were F-4 (207-260 MPH), 15 were F-3 (158-206 MPH) and only three were EF-1 (73-112 MPH).

This was a rare weather event and it is likely there were more F-0 to F-1 tornadoes that night that were never reported so, that total could be well above 59.

As we continue, there are years when we only had single digit tornado reports.


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2025-06-17 23:01:37 | Comments

Scenic Russell County, KY - welcome summer


2025-06-20 - Russell County, KY - Photo by Linda Waggener, ColumbiaMagazine.com.
Big Lily Creek is running high from all the rains we've enjoyed in spring 2025.


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Report on City Council special session

From Columbia Mayor Pam Hoots

The Columbia City Council held a special called meeting at 11amCT on Monday, June 16, 2025, in City Hall, 116 Campbellsville Street, Columbia, KY, and decided the following:
  • Approved second reading of an ordinance amending the Columbia, Kentucky annual budget for the fiscal year 7-1-2024 through 6-30-2025, by estimating revenues and resources and appropriating funds for the operation of city government.

  • Gave second reading of an ordinance for adoption of the City of Columbia, Kentucky, annual budget for the next fiscal year 07-01-2025 to 06-30-2026 by estimation of revenue and resources and appropriations.

  • Approved bid from Gaddie Shamrock for paving of city streets. Streets include: Allen Street, North High Street, Taylor Street, Ewing Street, Grissom Street, Water Works Street. Work is anticipated to start in the immediate future.

  • Approved a tax credit amendment for the Trabue Russell House. Changes are being requested to a porch.

  • Approved an application for Disaster Supplemental Notice of Funding Opportunity.

  • Approved a letter of commitment for the gas extension


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2025-06-17 14:53:44 | Comments | See topic Local Government

Writers Day: Darlene Campbell changes genre

At the Adair County Arts Council Writers Day 2025, Darlene Campbell shared that she has changed genres and read from her newest book.

By Darlene Franklin Campbell


Enter the world of The Zhandarian Chronicles when you visit my author page at https://whisperingwind.blog/ The poetry will soon get a link to its own page, and there are links to my other books but the site has primarily become the landing page for the world of my epic fantasy/sci-fi series.

You can read excerpts from the story there, meet the characters, explore the map and investigate a few of the nations in the story. I hope to make it more and more interactive as I progress along (and as I am able to hire people who know what they're doing to help me!) #amazonfinds #sciencefiction #sciencefictionart #fantasybooks #epicfantasy


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2025-06-17 14:25:54 | Comments

What's Cooking in Columbia Today
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Betty's Country Cooking
MENU 2339 Campbellsville RD, Columbia, KY - Phone 270-384-5664. Bettys is open on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 5:30amCT to 8pmCT, and on Sunday from 8amCT to 3pmCT. Breakfast served anytime. Credit Cards accepted. Non-smoking.
On the hot bar today, Saturday, June 21, 2025:
Turkey and Dressing, Tenderloin, Stuffed Green Peppers, Chicken and Dumplings, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Corn, Mac and Cheese, Pinto Beans, Sweet Potato Casserole, Chateau Veggies, Baby Limas, Breaded Okra, Cranberry Sauce, 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
Saturday Special: Nachos Supreme Cheese nachos with assorted toppings of beef, chicken and beans covered with lettuce, tomato & sour cream. $8.25

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.

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

We're open for distanced inside dining, and your call in orders are welcome!
--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



New members welcomed into Jane Lampton Chapter, NSDAR

By Lila Ford

On Saturday, June 14, 2025, the ladies of the Jane Lampton Chapter, NSDAR held a new member Ceremony at the Adair County Genealogy and History Research Center. New members were welcomed into the Chapter by Regent Ernestine Bennett, they were given the oath by Chapter Secretary Jane Grant and a prayer was given by Chapter Treasurer Lila Ford. New members each received a white carnation from the Chapter Regent.

New members who were given the oath were Kathy Keltner Cox, Cathy Baker Moss, Melanie Long Wrensch, and Shirley Nash York. New members unable to attend this ceremony were Ginger Brock Willis, Georgina Neal Roy, Marilyn Turner Brock, Nicole Alexandria Morrison, Shirley Montgomery Morrison, Karen Fagala Gibson, and Keitha Lee Gray. At the conclusion of the ceremony cake and punch were served. Cake was made by Sweet B's Bakery.

A new member ceremony is given to new members entering a chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution. These ladies have had an ancestor who either fought or gave aid in the American Revolutionary War.


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2025-06-16 14:30:33 | Comments

2025 Kentucky State FFA Convention Recap

From Brittany Smith, Gabby Barnes, and Robin Hancock
Adair County FFA

The Adair County FFA traveled to Lexington on June 9-12, 2025, to compete in various competitions. On Monday, Adair County Middle School students Mason Curry, Logan Faulkner, Madison Foster, Kayden Pegg, Colton Grant, Andrew Miller, Mason Taylor, Will Reynolds, and Kylie Thorpe competed in Extemporaneous Speaking, Prepared Public Speaking, Opening/Closing Ceremonies, and FFA Quiz Bowl Contests. Mason Taylor, Andrew Miller, Madison Foster, and Kylie Thorpe won 2nd Place in the state quiz bowl competition, and Mason Taylor was named high individual in the quiz bowl written exam.

On Tuesday, Jack Fishback gave a stellar performance and won 1st Place in the Talent Contest. He will be competing at the Kentucky State Fair. As well, Hudson Hancock presented his business proposal and was a recipient of a $5,000 FFA Shark Tank Grant for his SAE. Additionally, Abby Maulden competed in the Small Animal Public Speaking Contest and Amelia Martin competed in the Goat and Sheep Public Speaking Contest.

Click title to view more from the FFA Convention, plus photos.


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2025-06-16 13:53:18 | Comments | See topic Education

Locally grown flowers for table decorations


2025-06-20 - Columbia, KY - Photo from Extension Office.

Flowers and table decorations were provided from a local agribusiness - Purdy Farm & Flowers.

These and all the ingredients for the luncheon served at the June Chamber of Commerce meeting came from local farms and most can be found at the Saturday morning Farmers Market on the Square in Columbia.

FM2 is located on the corner of Campbellsville and Merchant Streets just off the Public Square and is open at 8amCT until 1pm or sold out.


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Fourth of July Fireworks Show

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

Adair County Judge/Executive Larry Russell Bryant is pleased to announce the upcoming Fourth of July firework show that will be held at the Lindsey Wilson College/Fairgrounds starting just after dark on Friday, July 4, 2025!

Casey Creek Pyrotechnics will be here again this year to put on the show for Adair County. Per their contract, no one will be allowed in the fairgrounds for parking or viewing. There will be free parking on a first-come, first served basis at Lindsey Wilson College, Green River Window and Door, and at the Adair County Extension office. Please be thoughtful of those who allow us to use their facilities and remember to remove any trash from the parking areas after the fireworks display.

Public safety arrangements will be provided by the Columbia-Adair County Volunteer Fire Department and the Adair County Sheriff's Department.

Judge Executive Bryant would like to thank the following sponsors for their donations which help make this event happen for our community: the Adair County Fiscal Court, the City of Columbia, Lindsey Wilson College, the Bank of Columbia, Community Trust Bank, United Citizens Bank, Kimbler's Plumbing, The Adair County Fire Department, The Adair County Sheriff's office, and First and Farmers National Bank.


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2025-06-16 13:47:55 | Comments


Remembrances for June 21
In Memory Birthday, Walter Bennett, Adair Co., KY native (1934-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ernestine Kemp Lloyd, Adair County, KY (1943-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Harvey Miracle Bartle Liberty, KY (1925) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Sharon Scott Carter, Celina, TN, formerly of Cumberland Co., KY (1957) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Dorothy Jean Cox, Campbellsville, KY (1934) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Zelma Davis Gardner, Green Co., KY (1923-2011) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Rebecca Jo (Becky) Ponder, Greensburg, KY, (1956) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bro. Raymond (Greasy) Simpson, Green Co., KY (1951) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Terry Harvey, 69, Cumberland Co. native (1943) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Betty (Boo) Overstreet, Casey Co., KY (1934) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ruth Payne Munson, Casey County, KY (1927) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Alvin Wayne Burton, 41, Indianapolis, IN, (1971) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Danny C. Allen, Cumberland Co., KY (1964-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Danny W. Clark, 55, Taylor Co., KY (1958-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Roger Lawrence Thomas, Russell County, KY(1949-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Philip L. Snow, Russell Co., KY (1940-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Stephen Green, Bradfordsville, KY (1970-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bruce Roy Powell, Russell County, KY (1959-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, James (J.D.) Thompson. Taylor County, KY (1943-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Dorothy Harden Bryant, Taylor Co., KY (1941-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Priscilla Marie Wheeler Appleby, 40 Burkesville, KY (1974-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Arnold Ray Meeks, Casey Co., KY (1963-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ruth Ann Williams, Breeding, KY (1936-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mary Hatter Duggins, Casey County, KY (1942-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Leisha Lynn Davis, 54, Taylor Co., KY, Green Co., KY native (1961-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Wilba (Angie) Rafferty Davis, Louisville, KY (1926-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Margie Withers Roy, 95, Russell Co, KY (1921-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mary Patricia (Pat) Sullivan, Taylor Co./Adair Co. KY native (1937-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, John David McKinley, 65, Taylor County, KY (1952-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Alma Lou Wilkinson Haggard, Casey County, KY (1945) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Angela Brady, 56, Campbellsville, KY (1966-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Billy Joe McClister (1977) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Billy Wallace (Wally) Ellis, Jr., 45, Buffalo, KY (1977-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bina Marcene Hoover Bean, 83, Columbia, KY native (1937-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Brenda (Akin) Luttrell, 75, Greensburg, KY (1947-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Elmer Ray Gabehart, 83, Campbellsville, KY (1937-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Esther Mae Goodin Watson, Columbia, KY (1930-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, John E. Nall, 81, Columbia, KY (1940-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Linda Neagle Janes (1950-1983) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Patty Keltner, 68, Adair Co., KY (1954-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ronnie Joe Byrd, 48, Adair Co., KY (1974-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, William Marvel, Sr., 90, Liberty, KY (1930-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)

 
































 
 
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