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Program focuses on Raising Hope for the farmer
As farmers experience the highest suicide rates nationwide of any occupation, a Kentucky coalition puts them in the forefront, promoting their physical and mental health, and safety. Raising Hope is …
Revisit Knifley honors veterans
A crowd filled Knifley this past Saturday to take part in all the food and festivities at the old elementary school. Guests had a lot to choose from whether it was a car show, food trucks, live music …
Homeplace holds annual festival on Saturday
Homeplace on Green River provided a wealth of entertainment during Saturday’s annual fall heritage festival. Shown above, Lilly Grace takes the reigns as dad, Christopher Harl, cooks sorghum. …
Featured News
Adair County Cooperative Extension Requests Input in Community Needs Assessment Survey
Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service recently launched a statewide survey with hopes of reaching thousands across the Commonwealth. In fact, our last survey received more than 38,000 responses, and …
Lake Cumberland District Health Department Maintains National Accreditation Status
SOMERSET, Ky.  - The Lake Cumberland District Health Department announced it has successfully completed a review process to maintain national accreditation status through the Public Health …
Free BQCA certification
The Kentucky Beef Network and the University of Kentucky are pleased to announce that the Kentucky Livestock Marketing Association will be sponsoring the enrollment costs for Beef Quality and Care …
Around Kentucky
Farmer Appreciation Day honors farmers, their occupation
From Kentucky Department of Agriculture   FRANKFORT, Ky. (Sept. 20, 2023) – Commissioner of Agriculture Dr. Ryan Quarles honored Kentucky’s farmers and proclaimed …
Hometown Showdown Lip Sync Battle 2023
Glasgow, KY - T.J. Samson Community Mission Foundation presents Hometown Showdown Lip Sync Battle. Join co-hosts Kellie McKay and Randy Burns at Glasgow’s Historic Plaza Theatre on Saturday, …
Mayfield Man Indicted for Multiple Sexual Offenses
KSP:NEWS RELEASE Mayfield, Ky. (September 21, 2023) – A Mayfield Man was arrested Wednesday afternoon after a Graves County grand jury indicted him for multiple sexual offenses.  In …

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Kentucky Farm Bureau Announces Record-Setting Scholarships for KY Students
The Kentucky Farm Bureau Education Foundation awarded over $750,000 in scholarships to students across the Commonwealth pursuing higher education.
T.J. Health Columbia Hosts a Free Lunch and Learn
T.J. Health Columbia will be hosting a Lunch and Learn on Tuesday, July 25 th starting at 12PM.  This month’s topic will be “Acupuncture”.  The guest speaker will be …
The 10 step process to selling your home
When it comes to selling your home there are many steps to take to get the best value for your property. “The successful sale of a property is all in the details.
Sports
Sports
Indians Lose Away to Franklin-Simpson 27-20
The district matchup between Franklin-Simpson and Adair County took place last Friday, and it was one to remember. Going into the matchup the Indians knew they had a tough task ahead of them as …
Adair shuts out Larue 13-0
The Friday night bout between the at the time 2-0 Adair County Indians, and the 0-2 Larue County Hawks was an overall defensive masterclass from both teams. The game started off with a stalemate, as …
Adair County defeats Bethlehem in Cooperage Bowl
The stands were filled Saturday afternoon as the Indians earned a coveted victory against Bethlehem, winning 49-21. As the players took the field it was quite obvious that they were ready to …
Band kicks off season with Mark Twain concert
The Adair County High School Band held its annual Mark Twain concert over the weekend where it hosted performances by nine other bands from the commonwealth of Kentucky. The ACHS Band also kicked off …
Indians dominate rival in first home game
The long-awaited season opener between the Russell County Lakers and the Adair County Indians was held this past Friday, and the Indians came to play! Adair County was able to put up a shutout, …
Obituaries

Norhon Kalendez Smith III

Norshon Kalendez Smith, III, son of Chasity Streeval and Norshon Smith, Jr., of Columbia, was stillborn on Saturday, September 2, 2023. In addition to his parents, he is survived by one brother, …

Wanda Lee Hollingsworth

Wanda Lee Hollingsworth, 83, of Columbia, passed away Friday, September 8, 2023 at her residence. She was born in Des Moines, Iowa on January 8, 1940 to the late Thomas and Naomi Sales Gilliam. …

Faye Powell Warren

Faye Powell Warren, 87, of Columbia, died Wednesday, September 6, 2023 at her residence. She was born December 10, 1935 in Adair County to the late Walker and Dimple Cheatham Powell.  In …

We Celebrate 20 Under 40

Inside this May 4, 2023 edition of the Community Voice is a special section recognizing the 20 Under 40 Class of 2023. We were astounded to receive more than 100 nominations this year, and narrowing the highly qualified candidates down to 20 was extremely difficult. We went into this knowing that we will have plenty of qualified candidates for years to come. Adair County is blessed with talented, driven, generous young people, and we are grateful to be able to take the opportunity to recognize this young group of leaders.

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5 ways high school students can earn college credit
As the cost of higher education soars, more and more students want to get a jump on earning college credits. EDsmart looked at ways students could accomplish that goal.
5 ways high school students can earn college credit
As the cost of higher education soars, more and more students want to get a jump on earning college credits. EDsmart looked at ways students could accomplish that goal.
A Subscription Service Designed for Customers and Their Peace of Mind
(BPT) - Walmart is laser-focused on offering customers the easiest and most convenient shopping experience, no matter how they shop.When customers shop at Walmart.com or our app, their baskets often …
Inside the book-ban machine: The rise of 'parental rights' groups and their efforts to ban books
As attempts to ban books intensify, Stacker explored how organized efforts have enabled broader challenges at U.S. libraries and schools.
Inside the book-ban machine: The rise of 'parental rights' groups and their efforts to ban books
As attempts to ban books intensify, Stacker explored how organized efforts have enabled broader challenges at U.S. libraries and schools.
Cómo una empresa está ayudando a satisfacer la creciente demanda de carga de vehículos eléctricos
(BPT) - Si posee un vehículo eléctrico (VE) o está considerando seriamente comprar uno en un futuro cercano, no está solo. Gracias en parte a la mayor disponibilidad de …
Brunch at The Beach shines in South Carolina
(BPT) - As the weather begins to cool across the nation, gloriously sunny days and balmy nights await in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. With 60 miles of sunny coastline full of flavorful fare, there's …
5 ideas to help families on the go with better-for-you snacks
(BPT) - Between school, after-school activities, sports, playdates and family outings, life can get so busy that you just grab any snack to fill up the backpacks, lunchboxes and bags that are a part …
Reach Out and Play: Fueling multigenerational connection through game nights
(BPT) - When you were younger, you might have had “family game night,” huddled around the kitchen table with dice and tokens. Besides the happy memories this brings, those game nights may …
If you’re 65, there is one piece of mail you shouldn’t ignore this month
(BPT) - Are you or someone you love on Medicare? As the annual Medicare Annual Enrollment Period approaches (it starts on October 15 and runs through December 7), no doubt your mailbox will be …