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More KY voters are registering as Independent

From Michon Lindstrom

Frankfort, KY - Secretary of State Michael Adams announced that Kentuckians registered under "other" political affiliations have bested Republican and Democratic registrations combined for three straight months.

"As the Democrats move further left and the Republicans move further right, more voters are registering as Independent," said Adams. "Kentucky has a large and growing political center; candidates should take note and court this growing bloc of voters."


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2025-06-06 16:44:37 | Comments | See topic Politics


Travel: Cedar Breaks National Monument, 2 of 2


2025-06-06 - Brian Head, UT - Photo by Robert Ellis, robertelliswoodworking.com.
Robert writes, "I mentioned with the first photo, the weather was a cold and windy 34 degrees. Wearing shorts and a hoodie, I braved the conditions long enough to take in a little bit of photography. I could see this National Monument being more enjoyable to visit during mid-summer, when you can take your time and maybe hike some of the rim...and not having to run back to the car to warm up!"


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KY Officials confirm 2 whooping cough deaths in infants

Health officials urge recommended immunizations

From Kendra Steele/Beth Fisher

Frankfort, KY - On June 6, 2025, state health officials with the Kentucky Department for Public Health (KDPH) announced that two infants have died from pertussis (whooping cough) in the commonwealth in the last six months. Neither the infants nor their mothers had received the recommended immunizations against pertussis during pregnancy or infancy. These are the first pertussis-related deaths in Kentucky since 2018. Health officials urge all Kentuckians to remain up to date on recommended pertussis immunizations and emphasize the importance of maternal immunization during pregnancy and for all infants beginning promptly at 2 months of age.

"Anyone can get whooping cough, but infants are at greatest risk for life-threatening illness," said KDPH Commissioner Dr. Steven Stack. "Fortunately, when vaccinations are administered to pregnant women, it provides protection to both the mother and the baby."


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2025-06-06 16:43:00 | Comments | See topic Health Care

Current Local Conditions
Adair: 70 F
Casey: 69 · Cumberland: 71 · Green: 71
Metcalfe: 70 · Russell: 70 · Taylor: 71
Updated at 6:30pm Friday, June 6, 2025
  High/Low: 83 F / 67 F
SLP: 1011.1
Wind: ESE at 2
Dewpoint: 70 F
Relative Humidity: 100%
Precipitation: 1.72 in. today

Kentucky Mesonet Links:
Adair County - Casey County - Cumberland County - Metcalfe County - Taylor County

National Weather Service Links:
Burkesville. Campbellsville. Columbia. Edmonton. Greensburg. Jamestown. Liberty. Russell Springs


Edmonton Summerfest on the Square is Saturday

From Kim Harwood, Executive Director
Edmonton Metcalfe County Chamber of Commerce

Please join the Edmonton-Metcalfe County Chamber of Commerce as they host the 5th annual Summerfest on the Square tomorrow, Saturday, June 7, 2025. There will be food trucks, craft vendors, information booths, games for the kids, contests, and live music to take you through the day.

Summerfest on the Square rain or shine, come join the fun! Booths open at 8amCT.


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ARC Grant awarded to Adair County

From Bridget Compton
Adair County Deputy Judge Executive, Road Administrative Assistant & Solid Waste Coordinator

I am excited to announce the awardment of the Appalachian Regional Commission Ready Local Government Grant Adair County received in the amount of $50,000.00!

It was truly an honor for Adair County to be accepted into this training program. Judge Bryant and I had the opportunity to discuss issues affecting not only Adair County but other local government trainees throughout the United States. We cannot thank the Appalachian Regional Commission enough for the invaluable training and the opportunity at the end of the training to apply for and be awarded this $50,000.00 grant.

READY Local Governments Awards, June 2025. In June 2025, READY Local Governments awarded over $2.8 million to 59 local governments representing 12 Appalachian states. Recipients will use funding to build internal capacity to better meet their communities' economic development needs.


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2025-06-06 13:47:13 | Comments | See topic Local Government

Events scheduled for today, June 6, 2025
All events are listed in Central Time. | Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
5:00amCTRescheduled for October
National Crappie League Semi-Pro Tournament at Holmes Bend (ID:68797 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
9:00amCTCommodities giveaway at Jim Blair Center (ID:68912 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
NoonCTCACVFD Crusade For Children Roadblocks on Public Square
100% of your donations come back to the community to the children that are in need! (ID:68823 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
CACVFD Crusade For Children Roadblocks - give from the heart for Adair children (ID:68861 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
5:00pmCTRescheduled for October
Registration and Tournament Meeting for the amateur division Crappie Tournament (ID:68801 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
Ribbon Cutting for Wood N Bloom (ID:68900 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
6:00pmCT Vacation Bible School at Freedom Separate Baptist Church
(ID:68793 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)
T.M. Shivener book signing
(ID:68874 | Permanent Link | Comment/Correction)

Visit the Events Page for details about the events listed above and for events on upcoming days. Please use our Contact Form to let us know about your organization's upcoming events.

Raccoon out for a daytime stroll


2025-06-06 - Central Kentucky - Photo by Pen.
A raccoon making its way across the lawn in a local park.


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2025 Adair Co. Fair to start July 15

The 2025 Adair Co. Fair will kick off with the 4-H Dog Show at 10amCT on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, and will end with Floral Halls on Tuesday, July 29, 2025.

Floral Halls (4-H, Cloverbud & Open) will be held at the Adair County Extension Office, 409 Fairground Street, Columbia, KY. Pageants, 4-H poultry, rabbit and dog shows and the carnival will be held at 256 Industrial Park Road, Columbia, KY. The carnival will open at 6pmCT on Tuesday, July 15, 2025. Admission to the carnival is $10, with children 3 and under free.

Entry forms for pageants and derby rules and information are now available: All forms and and more info about the 2025 Adair Co. Fair are available at www.adairfair.com.


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2025-06-06 11:09:53 | Comments

Eighty-one years ago today: D-Day, June 6, 1944

By Mike Watson

The largest invasion in history began sixty-nine years ago today. Long planned and stalled by bad weather, Operation Overlord, the invasion of German-occupied France at Normandy by the Allied Forces under direction of General Dwight Eisenhower, was the opening of a second front of fighting in Europe. The movement required a full moon and favorable conditions at sea. The Germans believed an invasion would come at Calais, the closest point between England and France, and they believed could not come at this time due to weather conditions.

The invasion began shortly after midnight on June 6, 1944. General Eisenhower, who had been named Supreme Allied Commander of the Allied Expeditionary Force, had been faced with the task of ordering the advance as soon as possible, this date became D-Day, the Longest Day. According to final plans, three airborne divisions were to be followed by five ground divisions.


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2025-06-06 10:41:22 | Comments | See topic Mike Watson - History

Congratulations ACHS Class of 2025!
Class of 2025 Senior Profiles

More coverage on Columbia Magazine:
Awards | Scholarships | Lindsey Wilson Scholarships | Graduation Ceremony
Summa Cum Laude | Magna Cum Laude | Cum Laude

400 Mile Sale through June 8 in Metcalfe Co.

After you've checked out all the yard sales in Adair County this weekend, Kim Harwood, Executive Director of the Edmonton Metcalfe Chamber of Commerce, reminds everyone to check out the 400 Mile Sale along Highway 68 in Metcalfe, Green and Taylor Counties now through June 8, 2025.

You can view local registered sites along the route at these links:


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2025-06-06 09:48:40 | Comments

Scenic Adair Co.: Green River Lake


2025-06-06 - Adair Co., KY - Photo by Amy.
Green River Lake is still 18 feet above summer pool, at 693 feet, on June 6, 2025.


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CPD: Columbia man arrested on felony assault charge

From the Columbia Police Department

A Columbia man has been arrested in connection with a serious assault that occurred last month.

On May 22, 2025, Columbia Police Department Officer Travis Bell responded to a report from the Adair County 911 Dispatch Center regarding an assault that took place on May 17, 2025, in Columbia. Following an investigation, Officer Bell obtained a warrant for an arrest.


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2025-06-06 09:32:56 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports

Vacation Bible School starts June 9 at New Hope SBC

From Rita Neat

New Hope Separate Baptist Church would like everyone to join us for Vacation Bible School The Geeat Jungle Journey as we explore the Bible from Genesis to Revelation. We would love to invite you from young to old there will be a class for everyone.

The dates are June 9 thru June 13, 2025, from 6pmCT to 8pmCT nightly. New Hope Separate Baptist Church is located approximately 12 miles up 206, at 10706 Liberty Road, Columbia, KY. Our pastor is Casey Davis!


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2025-06-06 09:29:33 | Comments | See topic Church News

Cactusville VBS starts June 9 at Columbia SDA

From Carole Thomas

Allow us to welcome your child to Cactusville, one of the most adventurous towns in the West. We're a mining town, tucked away in the desert where the sun is always shining! Kids will experience a rip roaring good time while learning that they are loved unconditionally loved and accepted- whoever they are! They will learn that each and every child has a unique purpose! Each day, your Buckaroos and Li'l Cowpokes will discover a special way in which God has called them. They will learn how they can accept and live out this calling, while enjoying Bible treasure- huntin' Cactusville adventures.

The adventures are just part of the program as there will be a Craft Station, a Game Station and a Super Snack Station where they will enjoy healthy and refreshing snacks every night!

All of the excitement of Cactusville takes place from 6pmCT to 8pmCT nightly, Monday, June 9, through Friday, June 13, 2025, at the Columbia Seventh-day Adventist Church. Come join us and bring a friend! You are welcome to pre-register your child by calling 270- 634-1910 or you may register at the door. See you Monday evening!

The Columbia Seventh-day Adventist Church is located at 100 SDA Road, Columbia, KY.


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2025-06-06 09:25:31 | Comments | See topic Church News

ACHS: Days of Our Lives Class of 2025

"...You are an athlete, a musician, an artist, a son or daughter, but more deeply you are thoughtful, you are resilient, you are compassionate, driven and creative. These are the truths that define you..."
- Jade Waggener to the ACHS Seniors, commencement 2025

Members of the school board, administrators, teachers and faculty, parents, family and friends, and the class of 2025. For those of you who don't know me, my name is Jade Waggener, and I have had the honor to serve as class president for the last four years.

On behalf of myself and my fellow classmates, I want to thank you all for being here to help celebrate us on one of the biggest days of our lives.


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2025-06-06 00:25:35 | Comments | See topic Education

Cows aren't the only milk producers


2025-06-05 - Adair County, KY - Photo by Donna Rieder.
Donna writes, "June is Dairy Month! I just wanted to remind people that it's not just cows that produce milk! The half-inch of sweet cream sitting on top of this goat milk (pictured at left) will be whipped, then put on top of the blueberries and strawberries I picked from my garden this morning (pictured at right). It'll be a cool treat after a day on the lawnmower!


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Singing, Summer Kickoff at Charity Baptist Church on Sunday

From Janet Biggs

Grammy Nominee Johnathan Bond will be singing at Charity Baptist Church at 10:30amCT on Sunday, June 8, 2025. There will be no Sunday School.

In the afternoon on Sunday, from 4pmCT to 7pmCT, Charity Baptist will have their Summer Kickoff with food, music and games. All free!

Charity Baptist Church is located at 4072 Holmes Bend Rd., Columbia, KY. Everyone is welcome!


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2025-06-05 14:44:13 | Comments | See topic Church News

Deputy Phipps honored during fallen officers ceremony

From Kelly Foreman

Richmond, KY - On Thursday, June 5, 2025, Gov. Andy Beshear joined law enforcement officials and family members to pay tribute to 10 Kentucky officers who lost their lives in the line of duty.

This year's ceremony honored:
  • Russell County Sheriff's Office Deputy Joshua Phipps, end of watch Sept. 16, 2024. Deputy Phipps was shot and killed while pursuing a fleeing suspect in Russell Springs.

  • Winchester Police Department Sergeant William "Marty" Jackson, end of watch April 14, 2024. Sgt. Jackson suffered a fatal heart attack after arresting a subject for disorderly conduct, public intoxication and resisting arrest.
"When we add a name to the law enforcement memorial, it's more than an act of duty; it's a promise from a grateful commonwealth that these officers who died protecting our safety will never to be forgotten," Gov. Beshear said. "The memory of those we honor today, as well as the additional 589 officers listed on the monument, inspires us to be better, to do more and to strive to live up to the incredibly high standards of service and sacrifice they set."

Additionally, eight historical honorees will be added to the monument this year. With the addition of today's 10 officers, Kentucky's Law Enforcement Memorial Monument holds the names of 599 men and women heroes who have died in the line of duty since 1845.


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2025-06-05 14:14:46 | Comments

Birthdays and Anniversaries for June 6
Happy Anniversary, Jim and Annette Richards (1959) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Charles and Shirley Robertson England (1958) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Jeralyn and Pam Spires (1975) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Paul and Kathy Parker (1981) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Trent and Martina Hadley (2009) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversay, Tony and Judy Grant | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Alex Myers (1994) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Chris Ferguson | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Dallas Ray Neat | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Ellie Kate Caldwell (2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Frances Salyers | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Heather Franklin (1993) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Jeremy Cox (1976) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Lucas Rowe | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Myla Kate Curry (2008) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Patricia Goodin | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Rita Jones | (Updates/Corrections)
View all birthdays and anniversaries for this month and next month on our Celebrations Page. Submit your birthday or anniversary using our Contact Form.

P&Z to consider sign variance request on June 19

From Tiffany Collins

The City of Columbia Planning and Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a Public Hearing at 4pmCT on Thursday, June 19, 2025, at City Hall, 116 Campbellsville Street, Columbia, KY.

The purpose of the meeting is to consider a sign variance request for property located at 240 Will Walker Road, Bank of Columbia Interactive Teller Machine kiosk. The hearing is open to the public.


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2025-06-05 12:32:17 | Comments | See topic Local Government

UPDATED: ACHS Principal's Honor Roll for the 2024-2025 School Year

From Chad A. Parnell, Principal
Adair County High School

Adair County High School is proud to recognize the following students for their academic achievements during the 2024-2025 school year. Because of the many opportunities now available to our students, such as dual credit and online courses, the most accurate way to recognize students is at the end of the school year. Note: An error was found in GPA calculations for the previously published version of the 2024-2025 Honors Lists.

The Principal's Honor Roll lists 173 students who have earned a weighted GPA of 4.0 or greater during the 2024-2025 school year. Congratulations to these students for their academic achievements!

2024-2025 12th Grade Principal's Honor Roll
  • Lilly Adams
  • Trevir Andrews
  • Tristin Andrews
  • Alijah Baerg
  • Elizabeth Bair
  • Nathan Ballou
  • Jesse Balzano
  • Logan Bardin
  • Theo Bauermeister
  • Adelyn Bennett
  • Kyrnan Bowman
  • Amelia Brown
  • Mason Coffey
  • Emma Compton
  • Brayton Coomer
  • Lexi Dawson
  • Jack Fishback
  • Bradley Foley
  • Panasha Gecheo
  • Kloe Gordon
  • Lauren Grant
  • Alyssa Hausdorfer
  • Marque' Hicks
  • Carlee Huckaby
  • Easton Jessie
  • Luz Jimenez
  • Kaydence Karnes
  • Jazlyn Kemp
  • Piper Kemp
  • Joseph Kotter
  • Connor Loy
  • Zowi Martin
  • Gwendolynn Miles
  • Alexandra Murphy
  • Kaylei Neat
  • Josephine Newman
  • Rodrigo Ossola
  • Arraya Phelps
  • Autumn Price
  • Charles Quinn
  • Kennedy Ray
  • Kaylee Richard
  • Annabelle Robertson
  • Hailey Rowe
  • Mia Schneider
  • James Shepherd
  • Aaron Smith
  • Trevor Speer
  • Kylie Spires
  • Jadelyn Waggener
  • Grace Walton
  • Bailey Watts
  • Christopher Wethington
  • Carter White
  • Jada Woolridge
  • Chase Wooten
  • Riley Yarberry
Click title for 11th-9th grade Principal's Honor Roll lists.
See also: UPDATED: ACHS Honor Roll for the 2024-2025 School Year


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Pam Phipps presented with flag at Fallen Officers Ceremony


2025-06-05 - Richmond, KY - Photo courtesy Kentucky Justice & Public Safety Cabinet.
On Thursday, June 5, 2025, Gov. Andy Beshear joined law enforcement officials and family members to pay tribute to 10 Kentucky officers who lost their lives in the line of duty, including Russell County Sheriff's Office Deputy Joshua Phipps, end of watch Sept. 16, 2024. Deputy Phipps was shot and killed while pursuing a fleeing suspect in Russell Springs.


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UPDATED: ACHS Honor Roll for the 2024-2025 School Year

From Chad A. Parnell, Principal
Adair County High School

Adair County High School is proud to recognize the following students for their academic achievements during the 2024-2025 school year. Because of the many opportunities now available to our students, such as dual credit and online courses, the most accurate way to recognize students is at the end of the school year. Note: An error was found in GPA calculations for the previously published version of the 2024-2025 Honors Lists.

The Honor Roll lists 155 students who have earned a weighted GPA between 3.50 and 3.99 during the 2024-2025 school year. Congratulations to these students for their academic achievements!

12th Grade Honor Roll
  • Lucas Baerg
  • Payton Bell
  • Isabella Blackaby
  • Robert Bottoms
  • Jacob Boutte
  • Natalie Brown
  • Giovanna Cammuca
  • Brandon Castrejon
  • Dagan Compton
  • Abigail Curry
  • Lashley Davenport
  • James Edwards
  • Jacob Forster
  • Gracie Gist
  • Jayden Gist
  • Serenity Grant
  • Madison Harmon
  • Destany Huff
  • Kaylee Jobe
  • Krysta Jones
  • Jagger Kemp
  • Benjamin Kingrey
  • Jason Lemke
  • Michelle Medrano-Delgado
  • Wesley Melton
  • Jayden Miller
  • Meza Murillo
  • Logan Pennington
  • Brookelyn Petersen
  • Mercy Peterson
  • Isaac Rodgers
  • MacKenzie Shenefield
  • Sophie Simpkins
  • Tristian Sinclair
  • Hannah Slone
  • Jordan Smallwood
  • Gabriel Spillman
  • Solomon Stonebraker
  • Jaxon Tucker
  • Antonio Villegas
  • Kaden Wasson
  • Ava West
  • Maddox Wilkerson
  • Jaylee Willis
  • Madison Wooten
  • Molly York
  • Andrew Zinati
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See also: UPDATED: ACHS Principal's Honor Roll for the 2024-2025 School Year


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2025-06-05 09:24:47 | Comments | See topic Education

Spay/Neuter grants open to local government

City and County may partner with non-profit organizations. Applications due July 15th.

Frankfort, KY - The Kentucky Animal Control Advisory Board (KACAB) invites Kentucky county and metropolitan governments to apply for available grants to spay and neuter dogs and cats.

The board will award up to $1,266 to each government on a competitive basis. Spay/neuter grant candidates can learn more about the program and download the grant application at kyspayneuter.com . The application can be found under "Resources" at the top of the page.


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2025-06-05 00:15:09 | Comments | See topic Local Government

What's Cooking in Columbia Today
Click restaurant names for hours, directions, and prices.

Betty's Country Cooking
MENU 2339 Campbellsville RD, Columbia, KY - Phone 270-384-5664. Bettys is open on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 5:30amCT to 8pmCT, and on Sunday from 8amCT to 3pmCT. Breakfast served anytime. Credit Cards accepted. Non-smoking.
On the hot bar today, Friday, June 6, 2025:
Catfish, Tenderloin, Country Ham, Meatloaf, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Corn, Mac and Cheese, Pinto Beans, Fried Apples, Broccoli Casserole, Island Blend Veggies, Baby Carrots, Breaded Cauliflower, Hush Puppies, Rolls, Cornbread

Come In, Grab A Plate, and Enjoy!


Fiesta Mexico of Columbia
819 Jamestown St., Columbia KY. 270-384-6004. Hrs.: 10:30amCT daily; Sun, 11amCT
Authentic Mexican Restaurant
Friday Special: Enchiladas Supremas 4 corn tortillas - 1 beef, 1 chicken, 1 cheese, 1 bean - topped with enchilada sauce, cheese lettuce, tomato & sour cream. $7.50

A Reminder - Make this Friday the day to Experience the Fantastic FRIED FISH available every day from our menu. Many like it even better grilled. Ask your server.)

Appetizers & Salads, Combination Dinners, Vegetarian Combinations, Especial of the House Grill, Especial Seafood, Especial Steak, A La Carte Orders, Side Orders, Kids Menu, Desserts and Beverages.

Special: Pollo Fiesta A whole chicken breast filled with bacon and cheese, and covered with cheese dip. Comes with rice, beans, salad and tortillas.

We're open for distanced inside dining, and your call in orders are welcome!
--Roy Ayala


Black Stallion Steakhouse
202 Will Walker Rd., Columbia, KY. 270-380-1800. Open seven days a week 11am to 10pmCT.
Nonsmoking. Credit cards accepted. Private rooms available. Full Bar Seating, Beer & Wine, 7-days a week

Black Stallion is open today from 11amCT to 9pmCT!
Steaks & Ribs, Seafood, Chicken, Combinations and Vegetarian Platters, Sides, Salads, Soups, Sandwiches, Wraps, Burgers

Click here to read our menu



June is Dairy Month in Kentucky

From Madison Pergrem

Frankfort, KY - Commissioner of Agriculture Jonathan Shell joined dairy industry representatives and dairy producers on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, to sign a proclamation honoring the dairy industry and June as Dairy Month in Kentucky. The proclamation was signed during Dairy Night at the Ballgame with the Bowling Green Hot Rods.

"Kentucky's dairy industry is one of the many reasons Kentucky agriculture is a shining example for others across the country," Commissioner Shell said. "June is a perfect time to honor these hard-working individuals and an industry that brings us wholesome, delicious, and nutritious products each and every day. Through the years, our dairy partners, as a group, have made the necessary changes to adapt to a changing agricultural environment. For that and the products the industry provides, I'm happy to declare June as Dairy Month in Kentucky."

Like the cattle industry, the dairy cattle industry decreased slightly in 2025, from 43,000 milk cows the previous years to 41,000 at the beginning of January. Kentucky's 41,000 dairy cows produce milk - the Official Beverage of Kentucky since 2005 - along with ice cream, artisan cheeses, and other tasty dairy products. Dairy farmers help provide Kentucky families with the calcium, protein, vitamins, and minerals they need to lead an active and healthy lifestyle.


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2025-06-04 16:48:28 | Comments

Commodities giveaway on June 5 and 6

From Bridget Compton
Adair County Deputy Judge Executive, Road Administrative Assistant & Solid Waste Coordinator

The Adair County Judge Executive along with Lake Cumberland Community Action agency is pleased to announce that we will be receiving and distributing another load of commodities from 9amCT to 2pmCT on Thursday, June 5, 2025, and from 9amCT to NoonCT on Friday, June 6, 2025, (while supplies last) at the Jim Blair Recreational Center located at 901 Hudson St., Columbia, KY.

All Adair County citizens are welcome.


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2025-06-04 16:43:29 | Comments | See topic Local Government

Birds of Kentucky: Cedar Waxwing


2025-06-05 - Central Kentucky - Photo by Pen.
All About Birds says of Cedar Waxwings, "Look for them low in berry bushes, high in evergreens, or along rivers and over ponds." This one was spotted just a few feet from the water's edge.


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A Week in Mexico deepens LWC students' passion for serving

From Duane Bonifer

For a group of Lindsey Wilson College students, a week of service in Mexico was a life-changing experience. Four Lindsey Wilson Bonner Scholars and two staff members spent seven days in May in Chapala, Mexico, where they worked with an orphanage that serves the city of about 50,000 in the state of Jalisco.

The trip was part of the students' preparation for their senior year as Bonner Scholars, a Lindsey Wilson group dedicated to service learning. While in western Mexico, the group worked with Oak Life School of Orphan Care and Love in Action Center for Children, where they helped organize and renovate a bazaar that supports the mission efforts. It was the second consecutive year the Lindsey Wilson Bonner Scholars have worked with the mission groups.

"Through our trip, I learned to reflect on communities out of my own," said Shaye Anthony '26, a biology and psychophysiology major from Somerset, Kentucky. "Culture in Chapala is beautiful and rich. The people there are so very genuine, and the girls I met at Love in Action will forever follow me in my life. In the end, I felt more open to people, despite my introverted self, and my passion for serving people has never felt stronger."


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2025-06-04 16:35:03 | Comments | See topic Lindsey Wilson College


Remembrances for June 6
In Memory Birthday, Sue N. Neathery, 85, Burkesville, KY (1933-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Melvin Bailey, Columbia, KY (1921-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Billy H. (Bull) Scott, Burkesville, KY (1940-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, James Grider, 86, Burkesville, KY (1933-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Phillip Gilpin, Taylor Co., KY (1941) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mary Alice Beck, Taylor Co., KY (1937) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Dale Wayne Lane, Casey Co., KY (1970) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Norma Jane Derringer, Casey Co., KY (1942) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, James Earl Humble, Russell County, KY (1935) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Freddy Wayne Estes, Green Co., KY, (1934) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ronald L. (Ronnie) Shuffett, Green Co., KY (1948) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ada Parson, Adair County, KY (1922) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Bernice Whitehouse May, Taylor Co., KY (1923-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Pauline Blythe, Cumberland Co., KY (1924-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Leonard Davis, Jr., Casey County, KY (1937-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mr. Maryland Bates, Casey County, KY (1937-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Miss Emma Grace Shive , stillborn, Edmonton, KY (d. June 6, 2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Geraldine Davenport Hamilton, Green Co., KY (1921-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Elmer Ray Dittus, Casey County, KY (1918-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Jennett Elizabeth Brown, Breeding, KY native (1949-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bonnie Sayers Barber, Casey County, KY (1936-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lewis Daffron, 72, Jamestown, KY (1942-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, David Lee Clift, 72, Columbia, KY native (1943-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Juanita White Absher, Adair Co., KY (1936-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Margaret Polston, Metcalfe County, KY (1941-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, John Ervin Abell, 70, Taylor County, KY (1945-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mr. Theodore Archie Akin, 81, Green County, KY (1935-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Marilyn Roberts, 62, Russell Co., KY (1954-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mr. Raymond Howard Vibbert, Cumberland Co., KY (1927-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Phyllis Kay Wethington, Columbia, KY/Clementsville, KY native (1947-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ann Weaver Shirk, infant, Casey Co., KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Carl Junior Kelsay, 71, Adair County, KY Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Carolee Davis, 65, Liberty, KY (1955-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Dorothy Coomer, 95, Jamestown, KY (1926-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Joel Allen Gaddis, 32, Campbellsville, KY (1988-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lana Jo Russell Kessler, Green County, KY (1952-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Lettie Jane Burton, 86, Columbia, KY (1935-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mary Louise Luttrell, 91, Casey County, KY (1928-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Patsy G. Norris, 63, Jamestown, KY (1959-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Sue Cravens Stivers, 86, Columbia, KY (1936-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Wiliam D. Caswell, 53, Greensburg, KY (1968-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)

 
































 
 
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