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County unemployment data for December 2025

From Mike Clark/Kim Saylor Brannock

Frankfort, KY - Unemployment rates fell in all 120 counties between December 2024 and December 2025, according to the Kentucky Center for Statistics (KYSTATS), an agency within the Kentucky Education and Labor Cabinet.

CountyCLFEMPUNEMPDec25Nov25Dec24
Adair8,3548,0453093.7%4.7%5.2%
Casey5,9915,7642273.8%4.8%6.0%
Cumberland2,9832,8751083.6%3.9%5.3%
Green4,4524,2781743.9%5.0%5.7%
Marion8,1997,8653344.1%5.1%5.3%
Metcalfe4,5404,3901503.3%4.3%5.5%
Russell8,6728,3872853.3%4.0%5.2%
Taylor11,07610,6544223.8%4.9%5.0%


Woodford County recorded the lowest jobless rate in the commonwealth at 2.7%. It was followed by Shelby County, 2.8%; Caldwell, Fayette, Oldham and Todd counties, 2.9% each; and Bourbon, Carroll, Franklin, Graves, Scott and Washington counties, 3% each.


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2026-02-05 14:10:12 | Comments | See topic Kentucky


Going for a walk with friends on a snowy day


2026-02-05 - Adair County, KY - Photo by Maurene Carpenter.
Reenie's special friends Bree and Xena "walk 12 miles to her one," no matter the weather.


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Russell County Search & Rescue report

Feb 3, 2026 Around 4 a.m., Russell County Search and Rescue was dispatched to the Pulaski County line for a missing 15-year-old who had left his home around 2 a.m. and slid down a steep hillside, becoming lost and unable to climb out.

After the juvenile was located by drone, rescuers made their way to him and confirmed he was safe but stranded between 2 cliff faces. A rope system was set up, and one of our rescuers rappelled down to reach him. With no safe way out except straight back up, the juvenile was secured into a harness and hoisted up the cliff before being walked to an ambulance.


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2026-02-05 12:27:09 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports

Current Local Conditions
Adair: 27 F
Casey: 25 · Cumberland: 30 · Green: 25
Metcalfe: 26 · Russell: 27 · Taylor: 25
Updated at 2:30pm Thursday, February 5, 2026
  High/Low: 27 F / 15 F
SLP: 1016.2
Wind: WSW at 1
Dewpoint: 17 F
Relative Humidity: 67.26%
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


Green dot to appear at LWU Feb 19 basketball games

By Duane Bonifer

Area residents can attend one of the biggest rivalries in Kentucky college athletics while also supporting a good cause on February 19, 2026. That's when the Lindsey Wilson University women's and men's basketball teams play Georgetown College at Biggers Sports Center while also bringing attention to the Green Dot Program -- an effort to raise awareness of and prevent sexual assault.

The women's game begins at 5:30pmCT on Thursday, February 19, 2026, followed by the men's game, which is scheduled to start at 7:30pmCT.

"Kentuckians love basketball, so we thought that a doubleheader between two big in-state rivals would be an excellent way to educate more people about the Green Dot program," said Lindsey Wilson Director of Student Activities Stephanie Blackwood, who is organizing and coordinating the event.


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2026-02-05 08:35:30 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University


Birds will be extra happy with these food gifts

Make these little gifts just like a wedding rice bag except substitute bird seed for rice. Purchase some net material and fill it with any kind of bird seed. It is helpful to add some finely crushed eggshells to the seed mixture to supplement the birds diet with calcium. Tie a red or green ribbon at the top and hang it from the tree.

From the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Christmas Tree for Wildlife. More at http://southeast.fws.gov/ea/Fun_Facts/fun_index.html


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2026-02-04 23:12:27 | Comments


Events scheduled for today, February 5, 2026
All events are listed in Central Time. | Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
11:00amCTServices for Wilbert A. (Boss) Blair, 83, Columbia, KY (1943-2026) (ID:70252 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
2:00pmCTGallery reception for LWU Faculty-Staff Exhibit: The heART of LWU
Lucretia C. Begley Art Gallery in the W.W. Slider Humanities Center

(ID:70232 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
3:00pmCTServices for Geraldine Hale, 85, Columbia, KY (1940-2026) (ID:70266 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
7:30pmCTBasketball: LWU Men vs University of the Cumberlands (KY)
Biggers Sports Center, 360 Spickard Drive, Columbia, KY (ID:69622 | 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.

Snow and ice mountain from winter storm Fern


2026-02-05 - Downtown Columbia, KY - Photo from Mayor Pam Hoots.
This is just one corner of the Public Square in the week after winter storm Fern and the snow and ice mountain is taller than the Mayor. Not much melting can go on until temperatures can pull away from the freezing mark and get some sunshine.


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Columbia Police Dept. January 2026 report

From Mayor Pamela Hoots

The Columbia City Police issued their January Report at the February meeting of the Columbia City Council.

The local police had 652 calls for service and 55 citations written. They investigated 26 accidents and opened five criminal cases.


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2026-02-04 16:26:16 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports

Basketball: Indians host Marion Co. for Homecoming game

By Trey Stephens, Staff Writer

The Adair County Indians Boys Varsity Basketball team returns to the court today as they host the Marion County Knights (12-7) in a homecoming battle. The night is a doubleheader in reverse of typical order, with the boys opening the night at 5:30pmCT, followed by the battle between the Lady Indians and Lady Knights.

The Indians come off a rough 60-57 loss to Bardstown on the road last night, where they struggled to shoot the ball, going just 46% from the floor. Marion County is led by junior Gabriel Washington and senior Eli Washington, who average 15.5 and 11.8 points per game respectively.

Adair County will look to rebound from that tough road loss last night and look for a similar result to when they last faced the Knights, where they bagged a 70-56 win.

Come out and support your Indians tonight! Play will get underway at 5:30pmCT, before Homecoming Ceremonies, on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, in John Burr Memorial Gymnasium, 526 Indian Drive, Columbia, KY. Tickets are available at hometownticketing.com.


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2026-02-04 14:10:31 | Comments | See topic Sports

Basketball: Lady Indians return to court on Wednesday

By Trey Stephens, Staff Writer

On Wednesday, February 4, 2026, after a long, snow-filled sabbatical, the Adair County High School Lady Indians Basketball team is finally back on the court, to host the Marion County Lady Knights (5-10).

The Lady Indians come off a 56-68 home loss to Campbellsville all the way back on January 23, 2026, while Marion County comes off a 55-76 home loss to Taylor County on the same day. Tonight's matchup will be the second meeting of the two teams this season. They met back in mid-December, when the Lady Indians won 46-29 in Lebanon.

The long break will undoubtedly affect how both teams show up and perform tonight. The leading scorers for Adair County to watch for from Marion County are juniors Kyra Smith and Patience Staples, who are averaging 14.1 and 10.1 points per game respectively.

Come out and support your Lady Indians tonight. Play will get underway at 7:30pmCT, right after Homecoming Ceremonies, on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, in John Burr Memorial Gymnasium, 526 Indian Drive, Columbia, KY. Tickets are available at hometownticketing.com.


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2026-02-04 13:29:03 | Comments | See topic Sports


Homecoming 2026: STLP


2026-02-04 - Columbia, KY - Photo by Jennifer Cross/Yearbook Staff.
STLP will be represented by Kara Jeffries. Kara will be escorted by Alex Pendleton. Kara's parents are Patrick and Ryan Jeffries. Alex's parents are Daniel Pendleton and Kendal Davis.


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Basketball Homecoming is on for Wednesday evening

Even though the weather is responsible for an eigth NTI day for Adair County Schools, Basketball Homecoming ceremonies will be held between tonights Boys and Girls basketball games versus Marion County. Homecoming Ceremonies were originally planned for January 30, 2026, but had to be postponed due to Winter Storm Fern.

The Boys are set to tip off at 5:30pmCT on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, with the Girls game planned to start after Homecoming ceremonies, in John Burr Memorial Gymnasium, 526 Indian Drive, Columbia, KY. Tickets are available at hometownticketing.com.

Mr. and Ms. for Adair County High School and for each grade are:
  • Mr. and Ms. ACHS are Bryce Russell and Anslie Spoon. Anslie's parents are Kevin and Heather Spoon. Bryce's parents are Brett and Bobbie Jo Russell.

  • Mr. and Ms. Senior are Tyler Murphy and Kaylee Grant. Kaylee's parents are Eric and Marianne Grant. Tyler's parents are Derrick and Jessica Murphy.

  • Mr. and Ms. Junior are Zain Cross and Callie Spoon. Callie's parents are Gary Spoon and Allison Rountree. Zain's parents are Justin and Jennifer Cross.

  • Mr. and Ms. Sophomore are Braxton Irvin and Sallie Ballou. Sallie's parents are Ben and Elizabeth Ballou. Braxton's parents are Marty and Kristi Irvin.

  • Mr. and Ms. Freshman are Luke Albrekston and Trinity Hancock. Trinity's parents are Jeremy Hancock and Amanda Grant. Luke's parents are Ashley and Chris Albrekston.

Click title to see all the homecoming candidates...


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2026-02-04 13:21:19 | Comments | See topic Sports


LWU Department of Theatre Spring Season preview

Trio of productions include 'A Grand Night for Singing,' 'Belfast Girls' and 'Peter and the Starcatcher.'

By Duane Bonifer

The spring season of the Lindsey Wilson University Department of Theatre will feature three productions that include an examination of a little-known part of Irish history, a backstory to a children's classic and an evening celebrating the American musical.

This spring season opens with the musical revue A Grand Night for Singing, followed by the Irish drama Belfast Girls and concludes with the comedy Peter and the Starcatcher. All three productions will be performed in V.P. Henry Auditorium.

"Audiences should enjoy the scope and diversity of this spring's productions," said Lindsey Wilson theatre professor Robert Brock. "In addition to being three very different kinds of productions, the spring season is a wonderful showcase of the talent of the students who are involved with our theatre program."

A Grand Night for Singing will be presented at 7pmCT on March 26-27, 2026, and at 2pmCT on March 29, 2026. It will feature selections from over 80 years of hits from the musical theatre that will cover Oscar Hammerstein II and Richard Rodgers' Oklahoma! and South Pacific and more recent productions, such as Rent and Wicked.


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2026-02-04 12:03:51 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University


Arts Council to meet Feb 12

From Joyce M. Coomer

The Adair County Arts Council will meet at 5pmCT on Thursday, February 12, 2026, at the Adair County Genealogy & History Research Center, 307 Greensburg Street, Columbia, KY.

Everyone is invited to attend this meeting and view the collection of Valentine cards on display.


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2026-02-04 11:59:50 | Comments | See topic Local Arts Scene




Homecoming 2026: JAG


2026-02-04 - Columbia, KY - Photo by Jennifer Cross/Yearbook Staff.
JAG will be represented by Kaili Adams. Kaili will be escorted by Leshawn Hamilton. Kaili's parents are Eric Adams and Courtney Curry. Leshawn's parents are Dennis and Mary Sacco.


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Mountain View to sing at Freedom Separate Baptist

From Collene Rooks

Mountain View will be singing at Freedom Separate Baptist Church at 6pmCT on Sunday, February 8, 2026. Please join us and bring someone with you.

Freedom Separate Baptist Church is located at 576 Freedom Church Rd., Russell Springs, KY. Brother Darren Blair, Pastor.


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2026-02-04 10:10:53 | Comments | See topic Church News

LWU scholarship celebrates Adair Co. family's deep roots

By Duane Bonifer

The roots of Lindsey Wilson University run deep in the family of Prudence Hutchison '69 Westholm. And now her family's legacy will benefit future generations of Lindsey Wilson students, thanks to the Robert and Prudence Hutchison Westholm Endowed Scholarship. The scholarship honors Westholm's late mother, Anna Pendleton '38 Hutchison.

"Lindsey is really a big part of me," said Westholm, who lives in Elizabethtown, Kentucky, and started the scholarship with her husband, retired Army Col. Robert Westholm. "This scholarship means a lot to me because Lindsey Wilson is in my heart. Lindsey Wilson gave me a good foundation to pursue my professional goals."

Recipients of the scholarship, which is open to all undergraduate students on the A.P. White Campus, will be required to work in the university's Katie A. Murrell Library in the Holloway Building. Westholm began her library work at Fort Knox, Kentucky, schools and went on to have a distinguished career as a school and public librarian in various locations during her husband's military career.


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2026-02-04 10:03:56 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson University


Birthdays and Anniversaries for February 5
Happy Anniversary, Donnie and Lisa Clark (2005) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Bliss Cravens Santiago | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Brenda (Sue) Montgomery | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Claire Addison Loy (2010) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, David Hutchison (1965) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, David Lynn Keith (1959) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Emma Grace Cockerham | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Ethan George (2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Hunter Hadley (2004) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Kaileigh Madison Kermeen (2012) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Lincoln Tyler Grant | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Lottie Edwards | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Oakley Marie Bledsoe | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Richard Raines (1961) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Robert Fishback | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Robert H. Stone (1940) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Roy Coffey | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Stacey Coffey | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Tiffany Parnell Thompson | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Zachary Morgan | (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.

Columbia City Council February 2026 report

From Mayor Pamela Hoots

The Columbia City Council held their February monthly meeting on Monday night at City Hall. The City had second reading of an ordinance setting fees for collection of garbage and trash from residences, churches, and commercial establishments within the boundaries of the City of Columbia.

The City Planning and Zoning Commission recommended an application for amendment to the City of Columbia Official Zoning Map effecting a request for a zone change from R-1 Low Density Residential to C-2 Highway Oriented Commercial for lots at 601 Jamestown Street and 603 Jamestown Street for property owned by Richard and Mary Beth Phelps. It was approved.


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2026-02-04 07:58:17 | Comments | See topic Local Government


Black ice possible for drive time Wednesday

While the roads may appear fine, after Tuesday night's rain and temperature below the freezing mark, there can be a considerable coating of ice.

Please do not be fooled by the appearance of a roadway. Drive with extreme caution while temperatures are changing.


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2026-02-03 21:31:56 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports



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


Homecoming 2026: The Cadet Corps


2026-02-04 - Columbia, KY - Photo by Jennifer Cross/Yearbook Staff.
The Cadet Corps will be represented by Remington Huckaby. Remington will be escorted by Dillon Godsey. Remington's parents are Rodney and Janet Huckaby. Dillon's parents are Jeremy Coomer and Jennifer Coomer.


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CACFD: Glens Fork Road home sustains moderate damage

From Grant Loy, Public Information Officer
Columbia Adair County Fire Department

The Columbia Adair County Fire Department was dispatched at 1908 hours on Monday evening, February 2, 2026, to 1200 Glens Fork Road for a reported structure fire.

Upon arrival, firefighters found a one-story residential structure with smoke showing from the chimney and attic area. Fire crews made an offensive attack on the fire and were able to contain it to the chimney and a portion of the living room. The residence sustained moderate damage. No injuries were reported at the time of the incident. The cause of the fire is unknown at this time.

There were 21 firefighters on scene for approximately 2 hours. Agencies that assisted include Adair County E911 Center, Adair County Ambulance Service, Adair County Sheriffs Office, and Taylor County RECC.


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2026-02-03 16:02:11 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports

CACFD: Mobile home on John Adams Drive a total loss

From Grant Loy, Public Information Officer
Columbia Adair County Fire Department

The Columbia Adair County Fire Department was dispatched at approximately 12:50amCT on Tuesday morning, February 3, 2026, to 327 John Adams Drive in reference to a reported structure fire.

Upon arrival, firefighters found a single-wide mobile home fully engulfed in flames. Crews initiated a fire attack and were able to contain the fire to the structure. The residence was deemed a total loss. The cause of the fire is unknown at this time. No injuries were reported during the incident.

A total of seven firefighters responded. They remained on scene for approximately two and a half hours. Agencies That Assisted include Adair County E911 Center, Adair County Ambulance Service, Columbia Police Department, Adair County Sheriff's Office, and Taylor County RECC.


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2026-02-03 15:59:17 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports

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, February 5, 2026
Tenderloin, BBQ Ribs, Chicken Tenders, Creole Spaghetti, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Corn, Mac and Cheese, Pinto Beans, Fried Potatoes, Baked Beans, Chateau Veggies, 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


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 February 5, 2026:
Breakfast: Bacon and biscuit
Lunch: Ham and cheese sub or Little Caesar's pizza, garden salad, corn, cookie, fresh fruit options

ACMS and ACHS menu for February 5, 2026:
Breakfast: Bacon and biscuit
Lunch: Beef steak dippers with A-1 sauce, baby baker potatoes with butter and sour cream, green beans, roll, 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, February 5, 2026:
Fish sticks, scalloped potatoes, cole slaw, fruit, roll, margarine, milk



Basketball: Indians travel to Bardstown on Tuesday

By Trey Stephens, Staff Writer

The Adair County Indians (15-5) will face the Bardstown Tigers (8-10) on the road tonight. Tip off is scheduled for 5:30pmCT on February 3, 2026, at Bardstown High School, 400 N 5th St., Bardstown, KY.

Tickets are $9, and can be purchased online at gofan.co.


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2026-02-03 15:43:08 | Comments | See topic Sports

Tate Inc. announces increase in Barren Co. investment

From Scottie Ellis/Brandon Mattingly

Glasgow, KY - On Tuesday, February 3, 2026, Gov. Andy Beshear joined local officials and company leaders from Tate Inc. to celebrate the largest job creation project in Barren County in 18 years. The new $76 million facility will be the company's largest site worldwide and create 400 new manufacturing jobs once fully operational.

"I'm thrilled to welcome Tate to their New Kentucky Home in Glasgow," said Gov. Beshear. "This is the largest job creation project that Barren County has seen in nearly 20 years, and our skilled workforce is ready to step in. I want to thank the leaders at Tate for choosing to invest in the commonwealth and look forward to seeing their success and future growth."

The investment was initially announced in October 2025 during the Governor's visit to Kingspan Group PLC in Ireland (the parent company of Tate) and has since increased.


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Homecoming 2026: Mr. and Ms. Sophomore


2026-02-04 - Columbia, KY - Photo by Jennifer Cross/Yearbook Staff.
Mr. and Ms. Sophomore are Braxton Irvin and Sallie Ballou. Sallie's parents are Ben and Elizabeth Ballou. Braxton's parents are Marty and Kristi Irvin.


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ASCEND is an acronym for educational values

Joyce Coomer wrote to ask, "What does ASCEND stand for?" in the December School Board report.

Sarah Hatton, Director of Secondary Instruction for Adair County Schools, says, "Our ASCEND award sprang from identifying and celebrating our Adair County Schools core values, which are key components of our district vision to prepare students for lifelong success."

ASCEND as the acronym rose from what administrators envisioned as celebrating the core values highlighted in bold below:
  • Act with Integrity
  • Support our Community
  • Commit to Meaningful Work
  • Embrace Growth
  • Nurture Positive Attitudes
  • Dedicate ourselves to ASCEND through excellence!
Hatton continues, "All staff may nominate any other staff member(s) they choose each month for recognition in demonstrating the celebrated value for that month. Our awards committee then selects from the nominated in three categories: Elementary certified staff; Secondary certified staff; and District classified staff."


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2026-02-03 13:57:39 | Comments | See topic Education


Remembrances for February 5
In Memory Birthday, Marsha Clark Patterson, Columbia, KY (1959-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, J.D. Paxton, Greensburg, KY (1949-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Rev. William Raymond Beard, Taylor Co., KY (1922 | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lucile Smith Wilson, Russell Co., KY (1919) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Paskel B. Spaw, Casey Co., KY native (1934) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jimmy Neat, Adair Co., KY (1951) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Martha Morgan Carender, Adair County, KY (1959-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Nancy Lou Hord Sandidge, Campbellsville, KY (1930-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Virginia Caulk, Taylor Co., KY (1921-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Rena Chumbley, Russell County, KY (1920-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Roxie Peavey, Casey Co., KY (1925-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bertha Forest, Taylor County, KY (1926 - 2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, J.E. Ooten, 60, Cumberland Co., KY (1954-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Janice Beard, 68, Russell County, KY (1947-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, William Howard Glenn, 70, Adair County, KY (1945-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Laura Ruth Lawson, Casey County, KY (1945-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Joe H. (Durwood) Williams, 71, (1936-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Dianna June Turner, Taylor Co., KY (1940-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Abby Gail Curry, 15, Columbia, KY (2001-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Tristan Grant Pyles, 28, Jefferson Co., KY/Taylor Co, native (1949-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Ernestine Finn Edwards, Green County, KY (1938-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bobby Joe Woodrum, 76, Casey County, KY (1941-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Josie Gyde, 19, Casey County, KY (1998-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Randy Thomas Antle, 62, Russell Springs, KY (1955-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Geneva Bennett, 74, Adair County, KY (1943-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Anna Cochran Shay, 86, Casey Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Barbara M. Smith, 76, Liberty, KY (1947-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bella Dawn Streeval, Columbia, KY (2017-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Billy Ray Porter Merrick, Gravel Switch (1961-2014) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Doris Jean McGowan, 69, Russell Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, James Herman Patton, 88, Dunnville, KY (1931-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jeffery Meyer, 67, Columbia, KY (1957-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Joyce (Joy) Ann Lutz, 82, Russell Co., KY (1934-2016) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Larry Brock (1947-1984) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Louise Pelly, 92, Columbia, KY (1929-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Marie Badgley, 97, Russell Springs, KY (1926-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Moneta Kay Henderson, 80, Taylor County, KY (1939-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Nolen (Hot Shot) Gilpin, Jr., 84, Campbellsville, KY (1937-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Sandra Kay Davis, 82, Campbellsville, KY (1941-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, William (Bill) Fletcher, 78, Cumberland County, KY (1940-2018) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, William (Billy) Albert Cook, 77, Edmonton, KY (1944-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory of Bertha Forrest (1926-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)

 































 
 
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