AGENDA ADAIR COUNTY FISCAL COURT REGULAR CALLED MEETING MARCH 28, 2023 @ 6:00 P.M. ADAIR COUNTY ANNEX BUILDING BASEMENT 424 PUBLIC … Read More about Adair County Fiscal Court Agenda for Tuesday, March 28
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Sheriff’s office seeks help in identifying male
UPDATED:Adair County Sheriffs Office, Sheriff Josh Brockman We would like to thank everyone once again for all their calls in helping us ID a … Read More about Sheriff’s office seeks help in identifying male

Gavin Giles wins Grandparent of the Year essay contest
Gavin Giles, a student at the Adair County Elementary School was selected as the Adair County winner in the 2022-2023 Grandparent of the Year essay … Read More about Gavin Giles wins Grandparent of the Year essay contest

Head-on collision results in Adair man being flown to UK
Last Thursday at 4:10 a.m., Adair County 911 received a call of a two-vehicle injury collision approximately 8.5 miles east of Columbia on Ky. … Read More about Head-on collision results in Adair man being flown to UK

Adair County coaches inducted into Hall of Fame
Adair County Coaching legends Mark Fudge (left) and Keith Young (right) were inducted last night into the 5thRegion Hall of Fame. The ceremony was at … Read More about Adair County coaches inducted into Hall of Fame

ACHS tours Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems
A group of ACHS students, led by ACHS Employment Spcialist Tony Just, toured Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems in Edmonton last week. For many … Read More about ACHS tours Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems

Adair County Elementary Academic Team takes top honors at Region 9 Governor’s Cup Competition
Adair County Elementary Academic Team Takes Top Honors at Region 9 Governor’s Cup Competition By: Lisa Newell-Hare Adair County Elementary … Read More about Adair County Elementary Academic Team takes top honors at Region 9 Governor’s Cup Competition

NOMINATIONS OPEN FOR 20 UNDER 40
It’s time to make nominations for the 20 Under 40 class of 2023. The program, sponsored by the Community Voice, recognizes local citizens who are … Read More about NOMINATIONS OPEN FOR 20 UNDER 40

Fiscal court agenda includes key discussions on occupational tax, nuisance ordinance, more
The Adair County Fiscal Court will meet in regular called session Tuesday, February 28, 2023 at 6:00 P.M. CT in the basement of the Adair County Annex … Read More about Fiscal court agenda includes key discussions on occupational tax, nuisance ordinance, more

EDA project recommended for funding
Adair County has gotten word that a grant application by the Economic Development Authority has been recommended for approval. EDA applied for up … Read More about EDA project recommended for funding

KSP CHECKPOINT GONE WRONG
Neighborhood drive turns into an arrest for Knifley man Driving through the heart of Knifley gives William Giles the same sense of security that a … Read More about KSP CHECKPOINT GONE WRONG

KORT Physical Therapy holds ribbon-cutting cermeony
KORT Physical Therapy held their ribbon-cutting ceremony and open house last Friday. They are located in The Columbia Shopping Center in Jamestown St. … Read More about KORT Physical Therapy holds ribbon-cutting cermeony

First House bill related to juvenile justice reform advances from committee
Kentucky’s juvenile justice system is likely to undergo some major changes before the end of the 2023 legislative session. House Bill 3 is one of … Read More about First House bill related to juvenile justice reform advances from committee

Severe storms possible tonight
Multiple rounds of strong to severe storms are possible from overnight tonight through Thursday afternoon. Tonight, a strong low pressure system … Read More about Severe storms possible tonight

County Judge Executive Calls for Resignation of Three Utility Board Members, CAUD Manager
County Judge Executive Larry Russell Bryant dropped in about 15 minutes prior to the Columbia Adair Utilities District meeting Thursday and handed … Read More about County Judge Executive Calls for Resignation of Three Utility Board Members, CAUD Manager

Rollover Accident on Hwy 55 South Leaves One Injured
On Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2023, the Adair County Sheriff’s Office responded to a two vehicle injury incident four miles south on Ky. Hwy. 55 S. Upon … Read More about Rollover Accident on Hwy 55 South Leaves One Injured

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

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

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

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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A wave of legislation receives final passage before lawmakers recess for vetoes
FRANKFORT – Lawmakers often compare the chambers of the House or Senate to an arena. They sometimes quote Theodore Roosevelt’s famous passage about … Read More about A wave of legislation receives final passage before lawmakers recess for vetoes
NUISANCE ORDINANCE: What is says
Government officials wants local citizens to review proposed ordinances concerning animal control and nusiances (garbage, etc.) so we are … Read More about NUISANCE ORDINANCE: What is says
PROPOSED ANIMAL ORDINANCE: What is says
Government officials wants local citizens to review proposed ordinances concerning animal control and nusiances (garbage, etc.) so … Read More about PROPOSED ANIMAL ORDINANCE: What is says
Indians battle in tough regional loss
Adair County stepped onto the court Wednesday night in Hart County against a tough 5th Region opponent in Elizabethtown. Despite being outsized, the … Read More about Indians battle in tough regional loss

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Regional Tournament Schedules
ACHS LADY INDIANS: Scenes from District Play
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Indians enter 5th Region play on Wednesday
After a heartbreaking loss in the district tournament, Adair County will get a few days to prepare for their biggest test as they … Read More about Indians enter 5th Region play on Wednesday
Lady Indians Set Sights on Regionals
Lady Indians fall, set sight to region With the runner-up finish in the district tournament, Adair County reached the 5th Region tournament that … Read More about Lady Indians Set Sights on Regionals
Obituaries

Gary Duncan
Gary D. Duncan, 59, of Columbia, passed away Wednesday, March 15, 2023, at his residence. He was born in Columbia on January 5, 1964, to the late … [Read More...] about Gary Duncan

Alma Furkin
Alma Furkin,83, of Columbia, passed away Sunday, March 12, 2023, at Fair Oaks Health and Rehabilitation in Jamestown. She was born in Columbia on Aug. … [Read More...] about Alma Furkin

Paul Riley
Paul Riley, age 78 of Corydon, Ind., formerly of Burkesville, passed away on Friday, March 3, 2023 at Jewish Hospital in Louisville. Paul was born on … [Read More...] about Paul Riley

Nancy Lee Hamlett
Nancy Lee Hamlett, 74, of Columbia passed away Wednesday, March 8, 2023, at Summit Manor Nursing Home in Columbia. She was born in Columbia on Jan. … [Read More...] about Nancy Lee Hamlett

Larry Bennett
Larry Bennett, age 80, of Jamestown, Ky. passed away Tuesday, March 7, 2023 at his residence.He was born on Saturday, Oct. 24, 1942, in Columbus, Ind. … [Read More...] about Larry Bennett
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