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ACMS SBDM Council will meet May 19

From Samantha Ellis, Principal
Adair County Middle School

The ACMS SBDM Council will have a special called meeting at 3:30pmCT on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, in ACMS Rm 127, 322 General John Adair Drive, Columbia, KY.

The purpose of the meeting is to conduct regular meeting and interviews for a vacant position.


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2026-05-13 20:44:15 | Comments | See topic Education


Birds of Kentucky: Black-throated Green Warbler


2026-05-13 - Central Kentucky - Photo by Pen.
Black-throated Green Warblers winter in Central America, and mostly pass through Kentucky in the spring on their way to northern breeding grounds.


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New mural will portray Mark Twain and Jane Lampton Clemens

From Trey Stephens
City of Columbia | Assistant to the Mayor

Tezon Mitchell, an art major at Lindsey Wilson University, will soon begin work on a new mural in downtown Columbia. The mural will portray Mark Twain and his mother, Jane Lampton Clemens, who was born and raised in Columbia. The mural will be on the side of the Sweat Pea's Building at the corner of South Reed Street and Jamestown Street.

The Ross family has generously sponsored the mural. Mitchell, who is from Greensburg, also designed the new presidential medallion for Lindsey Wilson University.


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2026-05-13 20:38:10 | Comments | See topic Local Arts Scene



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


Current Local Conditions
Adair: 47 F
Casey: 44 · Cumberland: 42 · Green: 46
Metcalfe: 46 · Russell: 44 · Taylor: 46
Updated at 5:30am Thursday, May 14, 2026
  High/Low: 56 F / 47 F
SLP: 1014.4
Wind: N at 2
Dewpoint: 37 F
Relative Humidity: 68.16%
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


Mark Twain Storytelling Festival will kick off June 19

From Trey Stephens
City of Columbia | Assistant to the Mayor

Final preparations for the Mark Twain Storytelling Festival are underway. The festival will open with a reception at 5:30pmCT on Friday, June 19, 2026, at the W.W. Slider Humanities Center on the campus of Lindsey Wilson University. Mayor Hoots will welcome everyone at 6pmCT, followed by a presentation from the Arts Administration Program at the university on the Mark Twain Project.

On Saturday, June 20, 2026, there will be speakers in the V .P. Henry Auditorium from 9amCT until NoonCT and again from 2pmCT until 5pmCT. The day's activities will conclude with a presentation from local historian Mike Watson at 6pmCT in the City Parking Lot located at the corner of South Reed Street and Fortune Street.

They will have food trucks throughout the day. T-shirts for the program will be available online from Hot Prints in Columbia from May 21 to June 21, 2026. The Adair County Genealogical Center will have a display on Mark Twain and Jane Lampton Clemens (his mother) during the week of June 15 in coordination with this event.

The Mark Twain Storytelling Festival is a collaboration between the City of Columbia and the Arts Administration Program of Lindsey Wilson University, with input from the local Genealogical Center.


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2026-05-13 20:27:54 | Comments | See topic Books



KSP: Fatal collision on US 68 in Green Co.

From Trooper Jonathan Houk

Greensburg, KY - Kentucky State Police (KSP) Post 15 Troopers were requested by the Green County Sheriff's Office to respond to a two-vehicle injury collision, just after 11:30amCT on Tuesday morning, on US 68 (Edmonton Road) in Green County.


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2026-05-13 20:19:55 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports


Events scheduled for today, May 14, 2026
All events are listed in Central Time. | Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
8:00amCTEarly Voting (No Excuse In-Person Voting)
Any registered voter in Adair County, regardless of your precinct, may vote early from 8amCT to 4pmCT on May 14, 15, and 16, 2026, in the Basement of the Adair County Courthouse Annex, 424 Public Square, Columbia KY. Bring proof of ID. (ID:70642 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
11:00amCTServices for Pat Ferguson, 79, of Knifley, KY (1946-2026) (ID:70647 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
2:00pmCTServices for Patsy Ann Jenkins, 84, Columbia, KY native (1942-2026) (ID:70645 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
5:00pmCTAdair Co. Arts Council meeting (ID:70638 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
6:00pmCTLWU Summer Swim Team BRAC Registration
Lobby of the HWC at LWU (fees due on registration)
Must be HWC member, Comes with team suit & cap (ID:70660 | 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.

Scenic Kentucky: Angel's Envy Distillery


2026-05-13 - Louisville, KY - Photo by Pen.
The Angel's Envy Distillery sits at the corner of Jackson and Main Street in downtown Louisville, across the street from Slugger Field. Built in 1912, the structure was originally home to a manufacturer of saw blades and drill bits.

The building was vacant from the late 1980s until well into this century, but was restored in 2016 as a home for Angel's Envy Distilling. An on-site museum offers guided tours of the fully operating distillery showcasing the distilling process and includes bourbon tastings, a visitor center, and a gift shop.


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ACHS Graduation Ceremony will be May 22

The Adair County High School Class of 2026 is preparing for graduation, with the official ceremony planned for 7pmCT on Friday, May 22, 2026, in the gym at Adair County High School, 526 Indian Drive, Columbia, KY.

A number of events will lead up to the ceremony:
  • Friday, May 15, 2026: Tribe Awards Ceremony, NoonCT, ACHS Gymnasium
  • Sunday, May 17, 2026: Class of 2026 Awards Ceremony 2pmCT at ACHS. Invitations will be given out to all seniors receiving an award.
  • Tuesday, May 19, 2026: Senior Class Pictures will start at 8:30amCT at ACHS
  • Tuesday, May 19, 2026: Senior Walk-Through will start at 9amCT at ACHS, ACPC, ACES, and ACMS
  • Wednesday, May 20, 2026: Senior Breakfast, 9amCT at Lindsey Wilson University.
  • Thursday, May 21, 2026: Graduation Practice, 8:30amCT to 10:30amCT in the ACHS Gym
Diplomas will be available for pick up at from 8amCT to 3pmCT on Tuesday, May 26, in the Front Office at Adair County High School.


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2026-05-13 10:51:46 | Comments | See topic Education

Historic Trabue-Russell House restoration nears bidding phase

By Mig Feuser / The Adair Progress

The Columbia City Council devoted a significant portion of its regular meeting on Monday evening, May 4, 2026, to the future of the Trabue-Russell House, with discussion centering on costs, priorities and the need for sustained investment in the historic property.

Members of the House Committee, led by Mary Ann Loy, provided an updated look at the restoration project, noting that earlier estimates--once placing the total cost well above $300,000--may not reflect actual expenses in the local market. Loy clarified that some figures discussed at a previous meeting had caused confusion, including the cost of bringing electrical service underground. While a full project estimate was cited at $5,000, the actual material cost could be closer to $1,000 due to in-house labor availability.

The committee emphasized that the project is not new construction but restoration, meaning unknown issues could emerge once work begins. At the same time, early repairs suggest costs may trend lower than originally projected by the architect, whose estimates were based on central Kentucky pricing.


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2026-05-13 10:42:02 | Comments | See topic Local Government


Behind the Calls: Adair dispatchers handle pressure few see

The Adair County E-911 Center has proved time and again their qualities in helping people. Mig Feuser talked for The Adair Progress with the center's director, Derrick Murphy, about the state of the center and the development.

The Adair Progress: "Adair County 911 dispatchers are often the first point of contact in emergencies. What kind of training and ongoing professional development do your staff members receive to prepare them for such high-pressure situations?"

Derrick Murphy: "Adair County E-911 Center employees have to attend a four week training in Richmond at Kentucky's DOCJT [Kentucky Department of Criminal Justice Training] at Eastern Kentucky University to become a certified dispatcher. After they attend this training they become certified dispatchers and have to complete 8 hours of re-certification training yearly."


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2026-05-13 10:39:00 | Comments

911 Station Columbia


2026-05-13 - Columbia, KY - Photo by Dr. Mig Feuser.
The Heart of Adair County's emergency management is the building on 107 North High Street in Columbia.


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Letter: Successful Free Tipping

By Larry Russell Bryant
Adair County Judge Executive

Adair County showed up in a BIG way this past weekend! I want to personally thank everyone who participated in our Free Tipping Event. Together, we collected an incredible 100.72 tons of garbage in our continued effort to keep Adair County clean and beautiful.

I appreciate every volunteer, county employee, partner organization, Class D laborers, and resident who took the time to help make this event such a success. Community involvement like this truly makes a difference, and I am proud of what we can accomplish when we work together.

I am also excited to announce that Adair County officially received grant funding yesterday for our upcoming ESCRAP Electronic Waste and HHW Household Hazardous Waste collection events coming this fall.

I look forward to seeing everyone again as we continue working together to protect and improve our community.


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2026-05-13 10:24:57 | Comments | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback

RSVP now for ACHS Class of 1976 Reunion

From Valerie Thomas

Adair County High School Classmates of 1976 will be celebrating our 50th Class Reunion at 5pmCT on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Lindsey Wilson University's Cranmer Dining Center, Lindsey Wilson College, 430 Helen Flatt Drive, Columbia, KY.

If you'd like to attend, payment of $35.00 each needs to be made by May 20, 2026, and can be made one of three ways:
  • Check made out to ACHS Class of 1976 and mailed to Rhonda Cox, 433 E 80 Drive, Columbia, KY 42728
  • Zelle to phone number 270-378-1706
  • Venmo to @Rhonda-Cox-81
If you know of a family member or friend that would have been a 1976 graduate, pass this information to them. We look forward to seeing everyone.


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2026-05-13 10:17:44 | Comments

7 Brew Coffee raises $5,600 for LCCAA

To kick off their opening celebrations, 7 Brew Campbellsville hosted donation days from April 24-26, 2026, where customers could try 7 Brew and "pay what they want," as a donation to Lake Cumberland Community Action Agency, Inc. The event raised $5,600 for LCCAA.

Lake Cumberland Community Action Agency provides support to low-income families in Kentucky. The non-profit agency offers programs to reduce poverty, increase self-sufficiency, and provide emergency short-term financial aid. Funding is largely from the Community Services Block Grant program, which offers government grants and case managers to empower low-income families. Services include Low-Income Heating and Energy Assistance Program, emergency food, financial literacy, and job training. Staff brings advocacy and awareness to the community.


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2026-05-12 14:48:18 | Comments

MCHS student Elyda Hicks wins Congressional Art Competition

From Austin Hacker

Washington, DC - On May 12, 2026, Congressman James Comer (R-Ky.) proudly announces Elyda Hicks of Metcalfe County High School as the winner of the 2026 Congressional Art Competition for Kentucky's 1st Congressional District. Her drawing, titled "The Great Comforter," will be displayed in the U.S. Capitol alongside other artists from across the United States.

"The incredible creativity, talent, and hard work of high school artists from across Kentucky's 1st Congressional District were on full display in this year's competition. With more than 50 original pieces submitted by students from high schools across the district, selecting this year's top artwork was more difficult than ever. I want to extend my congratulations to Elyda, Bailey, and Kendall for being selected as this year's winners. This exceptional art will be proudly displayed in the U.S. Capitol and in my Tompkinsville and Washington offices," said Congressman Comer.


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2026-05-12 14:35:37 | Comments | See topic Education

Scenic Adair Co.: Yellow flowers and blue skies


2026-05-13 - Adair Co., KY - Photo by Robert Ellis, robertelliswoodworking.com.
A perfect spring day, captured recently on a motorcycle tour of Northern Adair County by local photographer Robert Ellis.


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Thoughts around Independence Day events

The quote below comes from one who said the average age of the world's greatest civilizations has been 200 years. We're preparing to celebrate 250 years in July. How are we doing?
"Nations have progressed through this sequence:
- From bondage to spiritual faith;
- From spiritual faith to great courage;
- From courage to liberty;
- From liberty to abundance;
- From abundance to selfishness;
- From selfishness to apathy;
- From apathy to dependence;
- From dependence back into bondage."
Alexander Fraser Tytler, advocate, judge, writer, and historian


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2026-05-12 14:32:31 | Comments | See topic Politics

Congratulations to new Doctor of Veterinary Medicine

From Kim Harwood, Executive Director, Edmonton Metcalfe Chamber of Commerce

Shawna Lynn Edwards, Metcalfe County High School graduate of 2019 and former south paw Lady Hornet basketball player, went on to attend Murray State University 2019-2022 and then started her dream by being accepted into the Veterinary Science program in the fall of 2022 at Auburn University in Alabama.

After four years of demanding work and long hours Shawna graduated from Auburn University as a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Cum Laude Monday, May 4th, 2026, to officially become Shawna Edwards, DVM.


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2026-05-12 11:49:34 | Comments | See topic Education

Birthdays and Anniversaries for May 14
Happy Anniversary, Brian and Bethany Harvey (2005) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Alisha Nelson (1980) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Andrea Grant (1974) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Andrea Thomas | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Ashley Adamson (1983) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Billy Wheat | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Bradley Adamson (1981) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Brenda Smith | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, David Martin (1961) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Emma Michelle Thomas (2012) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Eric Shepherd! | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Ethan Luke Burton (2010) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Gregg Bardin | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jane Hardwick | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jayden Bryce Miller (2006) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jill Rogers Grant | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Shamarie Harper | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Sylvia Grant | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Todd VanArsdale (1972) | (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.

Conover served at scene of deadly UPS crash

By Katelynn M. Molesky / The Adair Progress

On November 4, 2025, an unexpected tragedy unfolded that left many in shock: A cargo plane, UPS Airlines Flight 2976, departing from Louisville's Muhammad Ali International Airport to Honolulu, crashed due to a catastrophic failure during takeoff. The devastating incident claimed the lives of 15 people, caused extensive destruction, and left a profound and lasting impact on those involved.

Just minutes after the crash, a team of courageous first responders raced to the scene, battling flames and doing everything they could to aid victims. One such individual was Columbian John Conover, who has dedicated just over two decades to Louisville Metro EMS.

Conover, here well known as drummer of Green River Band, was one of the first to respond to the disaster. For him, it all began during the last hours of his shift when he was interrupted from his paperwork by a phone call requesting a mass casualty bus. Confused, he asked for more information, thus learning about the crash.


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2026-05-11 22:54:12 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports

Singing at Christie Chapel Church

From Brandon Hovious

Bro. Dwight Taylor will be bringing the Word of God through song at Christie Chapel Church at 5pmCT on Sunday, May 17, 2026. Everyone is Welcome!

Christie Chapel Church is located at 8068 Elk Horn Road Knifley, KY.


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2026-05-11 13:58:02 | Comments | See topic Church News

Squirrel in the trees


2026-05-13 - Central Kentucky - Photo by Pen.
A squirrel taking advantage of last year's walnut crop.


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Letter: Congratulations to Adair Co. FFA team

Veronica Arnold writes:
Congratulations to the FFA team competing on such a high level! Making Adair proud and showing the skills and achievements our young folks can earn! Thank you FFA coaches and staff who go above and beyond the job description to help these young leaders succeed!

Way to go Addie, Katie, Ethan and Isabella!
Comments re: Adair Co. FFA Land Judging & Homesite Team at Nationals


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2026-05-11 11:46:52 | Comments | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback

Biggest Pick It Up Day yet in Columbia

From Trey Stephens
City of Columbia | Assistant to the Mayor

On Friday, May 8, 2026, Columbia Street Department officials completed our Early Summer Pick It Up Day.

Street Department staff collected chairs, mattresses, tables, and much more all in an effort to help keep our community clean. This is the fifth year of this event and one that always is effective in ensuring Columbia is a clean, neat, and clutterless place.

With almost 60 pick ups, this Pick It Up day was the largest ever in Columbia.


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2026-05-11 11:32:19 | Comments | See topic Local Government

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

Betty's Country Cooking
MENU 2339 Campbellsville RD, Columbia, KY - Phone 270-384-5664. Bettys is open on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 6amCT to 8pmCT, and on Sunday from 8amCT to 3pmCT. Breakfast served anytime. Credit Cards accepted. Non-smoking.
On the hot bar today, Thursday, May 14, 2026
Pork Chops, BBQ Ribs, Chicken Tenders, Spaghetti with Meatballs, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Corn, Mac and Cheese, Pinto Beans, Fried Potatoes, Baked Beans, Island Blend Veggies, Corn Nuggets, Garlic Bread, 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
Thursday Special: Enchiladas Rancheras 3 cheese enchiladas topped with pork cooked with tomatoes, onions, bell peppers and enchilada sauce, served with a salad. $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


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 May 14, 2026:
Breakfast: Chicken and biscuit
Lunch: Cheese quesadilla or taco salad with chips, salsa, sour cream, trimmings, potato wedges, refried beans, mandarin orange cup, fresh fruit options

ACMS and ACHS menu for May 14, 2026:
Breakfast: Chicken and biscuit
Lunch: Taco salad with chips, salsa, sour cream, trimmings, potato wedges, refried beans, mandarin orange 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 Thursday, May 14, 2026:
Chicken salad on croissant, pasta salad, cucumber salad, apple, milk



Reagan Black student teaching at RCMS and CCMS

By Shelby Burton

Reagan Black, a middle grades education senior from Liberty was a student teacher this spring at Russell County Middle School and Casey County Middle School.

Black graduated from Lindsey Wilson on May 2, 2026, with a bachelor of arts degree in middle grades education, summa cum laude.

Lindsey Wilson education seniors spend a semester serving as a student teacher at an area school to help them prepare for the profession.


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2026-05-11 11:22:59 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University

Adair Co. FFA Land Judging & Homesite Team at Nationals

From Gabby Barnes
Agriculture Educator, FFA Advisor

The Adair County FFA Land Judging & Homesite Team had an Excellent Time at Nationals! On Monday, May 4, 2026, the Adair County FFA began their journey to compete in the National FFA Land Judging & Homesite Evaluation contest in El Reno, Oklahoma. The team qualified to compete in the homesite division of the contest based on their outstanding achievements at the state level. Team members were Ethan Wooten, Addie Baker, Isabella Harvey, and Katie Kean.

All team members performed well. Adair County was the 3rd-highest-ranked team from the state of Kentucky in the homesite division.

The national contest is much different from what the team is used to here in the bluegrass state. Students are expected to evaluate four unique sites, complete with soil pits and slope markers, to assess an area for aspects of home construction. They must determine how the soil qualities could affect future foundations, septic systems, lawns and even sewage lagoons, which were a brand-new concept to the Adair county students. This contest does an excellent job of preparing students to be future home buyers that know how to predict issues before investing in a home. In addition to that, students learn how to read a landscape and prepare for life far beyond the classroom. They are gaining skills related to soil conservation that will benefit them in multiple career pathways.

While preparing for and participating in the contest, we made room in the schedule to visit historic sites along the way. Students were able to visit the Oklahoma City Bombing Memorial, Stockyard City, and Express Ranch in Oklahoma. On the way home, we made time to stop by Big Springs, Missouri and even spent a night in historic Branson, Missouri before returning home from a week of hard work and competition.

The success of this team would not be possible without the many supporters of Adair County FFA. The students would like to thank the many farmers and agriculturalists that allowed them to practice on their land or provided soil cores to study.


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2026-05-11 10:14:14 | Comments | See topic Education

Red Lick Church congregation on Mother's Day


2026-05-12 - Edmonton, KY - Photo by Katherine Lemmon.
The Red Lick Church congregation wore hats in honor of Mother's Day on May 10, 2026, one of the special events leading up to the Red Lick Homecoming Service on Sunday, May 17, 2026.

Pictured are, front row: Jessica Glass, Connie Phelps, Martha Jessee, Patricia Pedigo, Chris Lagermann, Linda Bragg, and Missy Lemmon.

Back row: Danny Phelps, Ed Jessee, Austin Bragg, Steve Firkins, Brither Larry Lemmon and Bill Lagermann.


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Early Voting (No Excuse In-Person Voting)

From Lisa Greer
Adair County Clerk

Any registered voter in Adair County, regardless of your precinct, may vote early on May 14, 15, and 16, 2026, in the Basement of the Adair County Courthouse Annex, 424 Public Square, Columbia KY. Please bring proof of ID. Hours for early voting are:
  • Thursday, May 14, 2026, 8amCT to 4pmCT
  • Friday, May 15, 2026, 8amCT to 4pmCT
  • Saturday, May 16, 2026, 8amCT to 4pmCT

Additional Reminders:
There will be no voting anywhere on Monday, May 18, 2026. If you haven't already voted by Election Day, Tuesday, May 19, 2026, you must vote at your precinct between 6amCT and 6pmCT. There are a few changes to Voting Precinct locations for 2026 that voters should be aware of if they plan to vote on May 19, 2026:
  • All voters in the White Oak Precinct, Eunice Pellyton Precinct, and the Little Cake Precinct will now vote at Bearwallow Fellowship Hall, 6090 Liberty Rd, Columbia, KY.
  • All voters in the Gradyville Nell Precinct will now vote at the Jim Blair Center, 901 Hudson St, Columbia, KY.
Absentee ballots must either be dropped off in our office in the ballot drop-off box or returned by mail by 6pmCT on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.


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2026-05-11 09:58:32 | Comments | See topic Politics


Remembrances for May 14
In Memory Birthday, Bob Porter, Russell County, KY (1932-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Chris Wesley, Casey County, KY (1976-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Kendra Nichole Moore, Burkesville, KY (2001-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Marie Rush, Burkesville, KY (1949-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, BD Thompson, Campbellsville, KY (1949-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Geneva Ruth Lyles Russell Co., KY (1937) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Laures Faye Smith, Taylor Co., KY (1946) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Willard Skaggs, Taylor Co., KY (1930) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Claves Leon Sneed, Green Co., KY (1948) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Eutrice Roy, 88, Russell County, KY (1923) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lois Ann Wilson, Russell County, KY (1952) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Donald G. Henderson, Taylor Co., KY (1934-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Angela Russell, Casey Co., KY (1968-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In memory birthday, Martha Jane Antle, Russell Co., KY (1930-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ruth Pepper Chaney, Green County, KY (1924-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Robbie (Hutch) Howell, 41, Yosemite, KY (1974-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mary Craft Anderson, Albany, KY (1938-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bennie George, 63, Russell Co., KY (1952-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lou Edith Jones, 99, Cumberland Co., KY (1916-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Barry Edward Stargel, Sr., Adair Co. native (1951-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mr. Donald (Gene) Pritchard, 78, Taylor Co., KY (1938-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Eugene St. Clair, Taylor Co., KY (1927-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Elizabeth Anderson Myers, 78, Burkesville, KY (1938-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Mae Bagby Risen, Greensburg, KY (1924-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Arbutus Comer Hilton, 77, Adair County, KY (1939-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Shyanne Brooke Evans, 19, Dunnville, KY (1998-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Violet Buis, 84, Casey County, KY (1931-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bonnie Feese Absher Perry, 68, formerly of Adair County, KY | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ann Thompson Strader, 82, Greensburg, KY (1938-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Betty Jean Acree, 73, Campbellsville, KY (1950-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bradley Samuel Adamson, 44, Columbia, KY (1981-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Cleo Jones, 89, Adair Co., KY native (1933-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, David Froggett Sr, Metcalfe County, KY (1940-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Donald Sullivan, 91, Russell Co., KY (1929-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Edward (Cotton) Burton, 82, Columbia, KY (1938-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Gilbert Ray Mondie, 81, Russell Springs, KY (1939-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Keith M. Smith, 42, Knifley, KY (1983-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mary Lou Skipworth, 75, Burkesville, KY (1945-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mary Louise Grant, 85, Columbia, KY (1940-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Rachel Green McGaha (1915-1977) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Randall Redmon, 66, Russell Springs, KY (1956-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Rev. William Russell Karnes, 90, Adair County, KY native Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ruth Elaine Pierce Young, 78, Greensburg, KY (1942-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Shyanna Marie Harmon, 13, Columbia, KY (2008-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)

 






























 
 
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