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Adair County Community Voice

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Head on Collision on East 80 Leaves Two Injured

The Adair County Sheriff’s Office responded to a head on collision on KY 80 East that left two injured. On Tuesday, Jan. 24, 2023 at 3:55 p.m., Adair … Read More about Head on Collision on East 80 Leaves Two Injured

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Sheriff’s Office Seeking Assistance in Identity of Suspect

Adair County Sheriff’s Office is seeking assistance in identifying this female. Identification is in reference to a stolen identity case and … Read More about Sheriff’s Office Seeking Assistance in Identity of Suspect

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Colton Feese Signs with CU

Colton Feese, a senior football player at ACHS, signed with Campbellsville University Tigers. Pictured with Colton are his parents Bryan and Angie, … Read More about Colton Feese Signs with CU

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ACMS DARE Graduation

The Adair County Middle School had their DARE graduation ceremony Tuesday afternoon, Jan. 17. The seventh-grade class completed DARE’s middle school … Read More about ACMS DARE Graduation

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Trenton Williams, Columbia’s Newest Officer

The Columbia Police Department welcomed Trenton Williams as the cities newest Officer. Officer Williams was sworn in the morning of Jan. 17 at City … Read More about Trenton Williams, Columbia’s Newest Officer

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Adair Man Injured After Single Vehicle Collision with Horse

On Jan. 14, 2023, at 6:05 p.m., Adair County 911 received a call of a reported injury collision five miles west of Columbia on KY 80. Deputy Josh … Read More about Adair Man Injured After Single Vehicle Collision with Horse

Cumberland County man housed in Adair jail charged with solicitation of murder

A former Cumberland County man housed in the Adair County Regional Jail has been charged with solicitation of murder. Officials at the jail … Read More about Cumberland County man housed in Adair jail charged with solicitation of murder

County Elected Officials Swearing In Ceremony Photos Available for Download

The Community Voice covered the swearing in ceremony for Adair County officials Sunday. The Facebook Live video is available for viewing at … Read More about County Elected Officials Swearing In Ceremony Photos Available for Download

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First fiscal court meeting under new administration scheduled

The Adair County Fiscal Court will have a special called meeting Tuesday, January 3, 2023 at 8 a.m.  in the basement of the Adair County Annex … Read More about First fiscal court meeting under new administration scheduled

Adair upgraded to winter storm warning

Adair County has been upgraded to a winter storm warning, effective from 5 p.m. today (Thursday, Dec. 22) through midnight. A wind chill warning … Read More about Adair upgraded to winter storm warning

Weather service increases snow prediction, releases wind chill warning

The latest set of briefing slides for the upcoming winter event provided by the National Weather Service are below. They reflect slightly increased … Read More about Weather service increases snow prediction, releases wind chill warning

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Adair County Recycling Center

The Adair County Recycling Center will be reopening next Tuesday, December 27, 2022 to accept recyclables. The Adair County Fiscal Court is excited to … Read More about Adair County Recycling Center

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Warming Centers in Adair

Due to the extreme cold temperatures Adair County and the City of Columbia will be operating warming locations beginning Thursday night.  Access to … Read More about Warming Centers in Adair

Documents show mental health issues go untreated

Special Report: Juvenile Detention Center 12.14.22 Registered nurses Beth Johnson and Joanne Alvarado’s paths never crossed when they worked at … Read More about Documents show mental health issues go untreated

Beshear expected to take more steps for changes at youth detention centers

12.14.22 Gov. Andy Beshear is expected to announce steps Thursday to improve conditions at the state’s juvenile detention centers and improve … Read More about Beshear expected to take more steps for changes at youth detention centers

Police search for armed robbery suspect in Vester community

UPDATED: Around 5:10 p.m., KSP and Casey County Sheriff's Office initiated  a stop on the suspect vehicle near KY 127 and KY 501 in Casey county. He … Read More about Police search for armed robbery suspect in Vester community

Wreck closes Burkesville/ Hudson St. intersection

Monday, Dec. 5, 2022 7:50 a.m.   An early morning wreck has resulted in power lines being down at the intersection of Burkesville Street … Read More about Wreck closes Burkesville/ Hudson St. intersection

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Christmas in Columbia Parade pics

The 2022 Christmas in Columbia Parade is complete, and photos of the event are available for download (for personal use only) on the Community Voice … Read More about Christmas in Columbia Parade pics

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Parade highlights weekend of Christmas Events

Local favorite events that happen during the Christmas season are returning to Columbia this weekend. The annual Christmas parade is always a major … Read More about Parade highlights weekend of Christmas Events

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Female inmates – one from Adair – escape in Casey County

Two female inmates have escaped from the Casey County Jail. One of the females is from Adair County and the other is from Bell County, according to … Read More about Female inmates – one from Adair – escape in Casey County

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Featured News

KLC Presents Liability Grants to City, Utility District

The Kentucky League of Cities presented the City of Columbia and the Adair Utilities District with 2022 Liability Grants. KLC members receive the … Read More about KLC Presents Liability Grants to City, Utility District

Columbia PD January 2023 Activity Report

Calls for service 675 Citations 97 Motorist assists 10 Escorts 19 Accidents investigated 39 Injury accidents 3 Incident reports 9 Criminal … Read More about Columbia PD January 2023 Activity Report

Disturbance at Local Business Leads to Meth Arrest

On Monday night, Jan. 30, the Columbia Police Department responded to a local business at Dohoney Trace off of Burkesville St. for a male subject … Read More about Disturbance at Local Business Leads to Meth Arrest

Adair County Woman Arrested for Identity Theft

An Adair County woman identified with the help of the public is now facing multiple felony charges. On Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2023, the Adair County … Read More about Adair County Woman Arrested for Identity Theft

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Sports News

Roundup: ACMS girls win CKMSAC sixth-grade title

The Adair County Middle School Lady Indians knocked off Green County 27-7 and Russell County 36-17 Saturday afternoon in Russell Springs to win the … Read More about Roundup: ACMS girls win CKMSAC sixth-grade title

Sports Schedule Sept. 29-Oct. 6

Thursday, Sept. 29 ACMS Girls Basketball             at Campbellsville        5 p.m. ACHS Volleyball                      … Read More about Sports Schedule Sept. 29-Oct. 6

Sports schedule Sept. 22-29

Thursday, Sept. 22 ACMS Girls Basketball             Hart Co.                       5 p.m. ACHS Volleyball                      at Barren Co. … Read More about Sports schedule Sept. 22-29

Blue Raiders visit Cumberlands today

Fresh off a bye week, the Lindsey Wilson football team is set to begin Mid-South Conference play today when it takes on Cumberlands (Ky.) on the road. … Read More about Blue Raiders visit Cumberlands today

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Obituaries

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Catherine Helen Darnell

Catherine Helen Darnell, 92, of Columbia passed away Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at TJ Health Columbia. She was born in Columbia on August 8, 1930, to … [Read More...] about Catherine Helen Darnell

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Imogene Coffey Grant

Imogene Coffey Grant, 84, of Glensfork, passed away Saturday, January 28, 2023 at her residence. She was born in Beech Grove, Ind., on March 14, 1938 … [Read More...] about Imogene Coffey Grant

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Katana Willow Smith

Katana Willow Smith, stillborn daughter of Brooke Danielle Furkins and Donnell Louis Smith, passed away January 23, 2023 at TJ Samson Community … [Read More...] about Katana Willow Smith

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Richard John ‘Rick’ Epsey

Richard John ‘Rick’ Epsey, 64, of Columbia, died Wednesday, January 25, 2023 at 11:39 p.m. at TJ Health Columbia emergency room. He was born … [Read More...] about Richard John ‘Rick’ Epsey

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Mildred Jean Dillingham Sparks

Mildred Jean Dillingham Sparks, 92, of Edmonton, passed away peacefully at her residence with her family by her side. She was born on June 25, 1930 in … [Read More...] about Mildred Jean Dillingham Sparks

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UPCOMING EVENTS

The Feese Family at Harrods Fork

7, 8, 9, 10 The Feese Family will sing at Harrods Fork Baptist Church Sunday, Oct. 2, at 10:30 a.m. CST. Sunday school will begin at 9:30 a.m. The … [Continue to Read] about The Feese Family at Harrods Fork

Sept. 3, Yard Sale

Church of the Harvest, will be having a yard sale and bake sale this Saturday, Sept. 3, beginning at 8 a.m.. The church is located at 171 Wilson Road … [Continue to Read] about Sept. 3, Yard Sale

Local SBDM councils to meet Thursday at 4 p.m.

Adair County Elementary's School-Based Decision Making Council will hold its regular meeting on Thursday Aug. 18 at 4 p.m.  The meeting will be held … [Continue to Read] about Local SBDM councils to meet Thursday at 4 p.m.

Fundraiser Event for Gary “Sam” Conover is Saturday

GARY'S FUNDRAISER … [Continue to Read] about Fundraiser Event for Gary “Sam” Conover is Saturday

Pickett’s Chapel Dinner set for Saturday

Pickett's Chapel will have its annual country ham supper April 2, from 5-8 p.m. Donations only and take out orders are available.   The … [Continue to Read] about Pickett’s Chapel Dinner set for Saturday

Adair County School Board meets April 22

BOARD AGENDA APRIL 22, 2021 REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING ADAIR COUNTY BOARD CONFERENCE ROOM 6:00 P.M. **Meeting called to … [Continue to Read] about Adair County School Board meets April 22

Jail Committee to meet April 22

The Adair County Fiscal Court Jail Committee will meet at 9:00 a.m. Thursday, April 22, 2021 in the basement of the Adair County Annex building. The … [Continue to Read] about Jail Committee to meet April 22

Extension District Board to meet March 30

There will be a Extension District Board meeting on Tuesday, March 30, 2021, at 5:30 pm CT. This will be an in-person meeting; however, there will be … [Continue to Read] about Extension District Board to meet March 30

Fiscal Court budget committee too meet March 24

The Adair County Fiscal Court Budget Committee will meet Wednesday, March 24, 2021 at 7:00 A.M. CT in the basement of the Adair County Annex building … [Continue to Read] about Fiscal Court budget committee too meet March 24

Adair Fiscal Court will meet tonight

Tuesday, March 9, 2021 AGENDA ADAIR COUNTY FISCAL COURT REGULAR CALLED MEETING MARCH 9, 2021 @ 6:00 P.M. ADAIR COUNTY JIM BLAIR … [Continue to Read] about Adair Fiscal Court will meet tonight

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