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Jordan Williams Named Adair County Elementary School Principal
The Adair County Elementary School Site Based Decision Making Council (SBDMC), at a meeting held Thursday, May 30th, approved Mr. Jordan Williams's appointment as the new principal of ACES. …
Rescue and repair after extreme weather
A system of powerful storms swept through south central Kentucky over Memorial Day weekend. What is traditionally a time of relaxation and remembrance became marked by flooding, widespread power …
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Adair man arrested after vehicle theft in Adair County
On May 26, 2024 Adair County Sheriff’s Office received a call of a vehicle being stolen. The vehicle was a 2004 Toyota Highlander that was taken from a residential driveway. On May …
Candidates for November local elections can file through June 4
Candidates for local elections on the November general ballot can register through June 4 at 4 p.m. Elections include the Columbia City Council; school board seats for District 2, District 4 and …
Hit and Run
The Columbia Police Department responded to Parrott Avenue, Tuesday morning for report of a hit and run with property damage. Upon arrival severe damage was observed on storage units located on …
FISCAL COURT AGENDA MAY 28, 2024 MEETING
AGENDA
ADAIR COUNTY FISCAL COURT
REGULAR CALLED MEETING
MAY 28 , 202 4 @ 6:00 P .M.
ADAIR COUNTY ANNEX BUILDING BASEMENT
424 PUBLIC SQUARE , COLUMBIA, …
Call for Breaking and Entering leads to arrest on Russell Road
On Wednesday night, May 21, t he Columbia Police Department responded to a possible breaking and entering at TNC Apartments on Russell Road after 11 p.m . Upon arrival , two subjects on scene were …
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Featured News
LOUISVILLE, KY. (June 3, 2024) – The Kentucky Governor’s School for the Arts (GSA) has announced its 2024 class list, marking the third year the program has been able to expand …
FRANKFORT, Ky. (May 24, 2024) – Kentucky agriculture secured several key advancements during the 2024 Kentucky legislative session.
“The support our legislators …
Around Kentucky
FRANKFORT, Ky. (May 30, 2024) – Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman joined leaders from the Tourism, Arts and Heritage Cabinet to recognize 12 Kentucky Main Street communities and local leaders for …
FRANKFORT, Ky. (May 23, 2024) — Gather the family and fish for free in Kentucky the first weekend in June.
Free fishing weekend is June 1-2. It’s an annual celebration that …
FRANKFORT, Ky. (May 22, 2024) — A rising junior at one of Kentucky’s public or private high schools will win a $500 scholarship and a photo shoot at their school through the Promote Your …
Marketplace
Yard Sale - June 7 & 8
First yard-sale of the year! We will be out on Friday the 7th and Sat the 8th. There will be alot of everything! Come on out and enjoy the day and find some good deals! 4258 Liberty Rd Columbia Ky. …
3rd Annual Cane Valley Community Yard Sale
3rd Annual Cane Valley Multi Home Yard Sale will be on June 7 and June 8 from 7 a.m - ? Come shop and visit down Cane Valley Road!
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Extension Office News
Feeder cattle in Adair County on a cooperating farm were introduced to a technology last week aimed to improve the tracking of the health status of each calf. The Cow Manager System and similar …
Adair County Cattlemen’s Association to Celebrate May Beef Month
The Adair County Cattlemen’s Association will be celebrating May Beef Month on Wednesday, May 1st from 11 a.m. until …
The Adair County Extension office welcomes the community to join them on April 30 at 5:30 p.m. to learn about the different types of mushrooms. For more information call the extension office at 270-384-2317.
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COLUMBIA, KY. – For the third consecutive year, Lindsey Wilson College will cap off its largest class in school history at spring commencement, April 26 - 27.
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World Immunization Week – celebrated every year in the last week of April – aims to promote the use of vaccines to protect people of all ages against disease. Immunization saves millions …
Adair County Sports
It doesn’t happen every day that a baseball game ends with 30 runs in total. Last week, on Tuesday on the Indians’ field it did, when Adair County defeated Casey County with 19-11. After …
On Monday night the season ended for the Indians’ baseball and the Lady Indians’ softball in the first round of the district tournament. The boys fell to Campbellsville with 2-8 and the …
Last Thursday, Adair’s track and field team traveled to Elizabethtown to compete in the Class 2A Region 2 Finals. As the first two places qualify directly for the state championships, Solomon …
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Opinion
Memorial Day, observed on the last Monday of May, is a solemn day of remembrance for the men and women who have died in military service to the United States. Originally known as Decoration Day, it …
Over the past couple of months, I have used this column to share information with you regarding legislation we passed during the 2024 Regular Session. This week, I would like to take a break from …
When I bought a new vehicle last year, I never bothered to transfer my satellite radio connection from the old vehicle. We were going to let it expire when the contract ended, and I didn’t …
I’ve been honored to serve as U.S. Senator for Kentucky longer than anyone else in the Commonwealth’s history. And for nearly two decades, I’ve also had the privilege of leading my …
As caps are tossed and diplomas are received, a new chapter begins for Kentucky's graduates. It's a moment filled with excitement, uncertainty, and reflection. Graduation isn't just a ceremony. …
Obituaries
Lindon Howard Wray
Lindon Howard Wray, 79, of Columbia, went to his Heavenly Home surrounded by his loved ones on Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at the Medical Center at Bowling Green.
He was born in Cumberland County on …
Beverly Ann Powell
Beverly Ann Powell, 63, of Columbia, passed away Monday, May 20, 2024 at Good Samaritan Hospital in Lexington. She was born in Columbia on April 24, 1961 to the late Wesley and Millie Frances Hitch …
Connie L. Ervin
Connie L. Ervin, 76, of Columbia, passed away Sunday, May 19, 2024 at Summit Manor Nursing Home in Columbia. He was born in Gradyville on February 23, 1948, to the late Coy and Eldie V. Burris Ervin. …
Public Record
May 22 Judge Michael Loy
Joshua T. Wethington, 25, theft by deception, including cold checks under $500. Plea of guilty, 30 days suspended if paid in full by May 28, 2025 (2023) Courtney R. …
Barbara Ann Parrish, 34, burglary, 2nd degree; criminal trespass, 1st degree. Plea of not guilty, preliminary hearing set for June 3 (2024) Jason E. Wise, 39, burglary, 2nd degree; criminal trespass, …
Brian K. White, 59, alcohol intoxication in a public place, first or second offense; disorderly conduct, 2nd degree. Plea of not guilty, continued to May 20 (2024) Samantha Brock, 35, three counts of …
Land transfers
Meyer Framing, INC., Columbia to Amanda Cross, Columbia. Property located in Adair County described as being located on Brock Burris Rd., containing 4.30 acres more or less. The Grantor attempted to …