Resignations follow fiscal court meeting: Brockman retires

When Sheriff Josh Brockman made the decision to retire last week, it was not for the reason the two-term Adair County Sheriff had hoped for. Brockman played a supporting role in the ongoing fiscal …

Resignations follow fiscal court meeting: Coroner resigns after meeting with Bryant

Coroner Roger Huckaby became the second person in one day to resign from an elected position last Wednesday after he tried to have a conversation with County Judge Executive Larry Russell Bryant. …

Resignations follow fiscal court meeting: Deputies - Bryant’s insults lead to at least one resignation

The day following a tumultuous fiscal court meeting turned even darker last Wednesday after a meeting between County Judge Executive Larry Russell Bryant and several sheriff deputies turned …

Headline News

The epitome of a pastor: Remembering Mike Moon

Michael Scott Moon was born to the late W.C. “Bob” Moon and Irene Banks Moon on Wednesday, May 18, 1955 in Fort Wayne, Indiana. On Sunday, Sept. 1, he died around noon surrounded by his …

City Council decides on Christmas décor and shelves medical cannabis discussion

Tuesday night’s Columbia City Council meeting went smoothly. The first major item on the agenda was the approval of funding Luci Irvin’s downtown decorations for Christmas. The vote was …

September 5, 2024

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Extension Office News

Adair County Extension Agent for Agriculture & Natural Resources.Nicholas Roy

Upcoming educational programs focus on wildlife and crops

Residents of Adair County and the surrounding areas are invited to attend two upcoming educational programs that aim to enhance both agricultural practices and wildlife management. These events, …

CAIP Applications start August 1

The Adair County Cattlemen’s Association will begin taking applications for the County Agriculture Investment Program starting on August 1st. The deadline to apply is August 21st. Applications …

Toxic plants and livestock

Summer brings an abundance of plant growth, storms, and sometimes lower pasture forage availability due to dry weather. This combination can result in cattle consuming plants that are toxic. Experts …

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T.J. Samson Community Hospital Earns an ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group

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LWC to Hold Three Commencement Ceremonies for Largest Graduating Class in School History

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Adair County Sports

ACMS football wins against Casey County

The Adair County Middle School football team turned around their luck from the previous week when they played Casey County in a home game last Thursday. When the final buzzer sounded, the middle …

Bittersweet loss for middle school Indians football ahead of conferences

The Adair County Middle School football team suffered a setback during Thursday night’s game against Monroe County, going 34-20 in the matchup. “They controlled the line of scrimmage all …

Boys’ golf starts season strong

Last Thursday, the middle school boys’ golf team spent an evening on the green swinging against Warren East. The game at The Pines concluded with the Adair County boys on top, scoring a low of …

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Opinion

COMMEMORATING SEPTEMBER 11

On Wednesday, America will commemorate the 23rd anniversary of the tragic events of September 11, 2001. On this day, we pause to honor the memory of the nearly 3,000 lives lost in the attacks on the …

LEGISLATIVE UPDATE: Ballot Amendment 2: Voters will have say in education funding

With voting in this year’s general election beginning in just a few weeks, we are all hearing and seeing more and more about the proposed constitutional amendments, particularly ballot …

With Three Decades in News Reporting, I've Never Witnessed Such Destruction

First, let me be completely honest: I have no respect for Larry Russell Bryant. I have covered government on the local level and at some points the state level for more than three decades and I have …

Celebrating the Purple Heart: America’s oldest medal

The Purple Heart. Just saying those three words creates a sense of awe and honor, a respect for service and sacrifice. The Purple Heart is the oldest military award still given, with roots that date …

Let’s talk about America this Independence Day

This July 4, citizens across our country will celebrate the 248 th birthday of our nation. Cities will hold their annual parades and firework shows, friends and family members will host barbeques in …

Alben D. Foley

Alben D. Foley, 81, of Jamestown, passed away Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at his home. He was born in Jamestown on May 26, 1943 to the late Orpha (McGowan) and Velmer Foley. Alben served in the U.S. …

Freda Whittle

Freda Whittle, 59, of Russell Springs, departed this life on Thursday, August 22, 2024 at UK Bluegrass Hospice Care Center in Lexington. She was born on April 7, 1965 in Detroit, Michigan, a daughter …

Dolene Hoover

Dolene Hoover, 95, of Russell Springs, passed away Friday, August 30, 2024 at Fair Oaks Nursing and Rehabilitation Facility in Jamestown. She was born April 15, 1929 at home in Adair County, a …

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Public Record

District Court, August 28, 2024

Aug. 28 Judge Michael Loy Alvan V. McQueen, 48, alcohol intoxication in a public place, first or second offense. Plea of guilty, $248 (2024) Jarred K. Stewart, 22, no/expired registration …

District Court, August 26, 2024

Aug. 26 Judge Michael Loy Adam Nix, 41, promoting contraband, 1st degree; assault, 3rd degree, inmate assault on corrections employee. Plea of not guilty, preliminary hearing set for Sept. 4 …

District Court, August 19, 2024

Aug. 19 Judge Michael Loy Truman Talmadge Tyler Kemp, 27, assault 4th degree domestic violence, minor injury; strangulation, 1st degree; three counts of wanton endangerment, 1st degree; …

Land transfers

Land Transfers - September 5, 2024 Issue

Geraldine Hale, Columbia to Donald Charles Hale, Jr., Valparaiso, Indiana, and Ricky Lee Hale, Downers Grove, Illinois, and Melody Ann Brown, Columbia. Property located in Adair County described as …