Richard Phelps elected C/AC Business Man of the Year 2018-05-30 - Cranmer Dining Center, Lindsey Wilson College - Photo by Linda Waggener, ColumbiaMagazine.com. Outstanding Business/Professional Man of the Year is Richard Phelps, center, Vice President of Stotts-Phelps-McQueary Funeral Home. The announcement of his winning was presented by Sue Stivers, Executive Director of Columbia Adair Tourism, second from left, who complimented his devotion to his community, the many activities he is involved in, including the Chamber of Commerce. She said that she had observed his service over the years to every detail, even to perfectionism in a very good way for family and community. Pictured are Rep. Bam Carney, Stivers, Phelps, Chamber President Pam Hoots and Chamber Executive Director Ellen Zornes. Read More... | Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

CIS honors bus driver, monitor of the year 2018 2018-05-30 - Campbellsville, KY - Photo by Calen McKinney, Public Information Officer, Campbellsville Independent Schools. Campbellsville Independent Schools recently honored its top bus driver and monitor. At a recent meeting, Transportation Director Tim Tungate thanked his staff members for a great school year and announced the award winners. Stuart Hughes received the Donna Gaddis Driver of the Year award. Hughes has worked as a driver and mechanic at CIS for about 10 years. B.J. Perkins received the Donna Gaddis Bus Monitor of the Year award. Perkins has worked at CIS since 2015, and has served as a bus monitor and cafeteria and custodial worker. Campbellsville Independent Schools Transportation Director Tim Tungate, at left, recently honored his top bus driver and monitor. B.J. Perkins, center, received the Donna Gaddis Bus Monitor of the Year award. Stuart Hughes received the Donna Gaddis Driver of the Year award. Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

The signs of progress: The changing face of New Columbia 2018-05-30 - Burkesville Road at Edmonton Road, Columbia, KY - Photo by Ed Waggener, ColumbiaMagazine.com. A through-the-CRV-windshield, just-for-the-record picture taken a couple of days ago. The new sign is now up for First Choice Immediate Care Pinewood Shopping Center, giving the day's date, time, and temperature. Across the intersection is Miss Vicky's Pampered Angus Ranch, which is not part of the commercial development zone, the owner says - though she's excited about growth across the road in Pinewood and diagonally across the road in Holladay Place, and is very excited about the prospect of the developing new Natural Gas Distribution hopefully coming from Columbia/Adair Utilities District. - EW Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

Wildflowers of KY: White Clover and need-ID Yellow Flowers 2018-05-30 - Adair County, KY - Photo by Linda Waggener, ColumbiaMagazine.com. White clover abounds in lawns with character. Wouldn't know whether to call it "wild" but it is at least somewhat feral. It was awaiting a Bumbly Bee, but we hadn't the time to wait. The yellow flowers are another matter. Anyone help with identification? Much obliged if you do. - EW, Comments, identifications Cynthia Meyer - Small yellow flower is 2nd Cousin to Alfafa - Hop Clover Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

C/AC Chamber Awards Banquet 2018: Guest Speaker Hilda Legg 2018-05-29 - Roberta D. Cranmer Dining Center, 430 Helen Flatt Drive, Columbia, KY - Photo by Linda Waggener, ColumbiaMagazine.com. Hilda Legg, United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) State Director of Rural Development, and native of Knifley, KY in northern Adair County, challenged Adair County to think bigger, put together ideas and ask for more. Her dynamic, motivational speech was so strong that afterward, Ace Assistant to the Executive Director JD Zornes said, "If Hilda had spoken for another fifteen minutes, I'd have been ready to change my registration." -LW Read More... | Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

Route of 400 Mile Yard Sale - from Wes Watt KYTC District 3 2018-05-29 - US 68 - Kentucky - Photo from Wes Watt, Public Information Officer, KYTC District 3, Bowling Green, KY. During this the May 31, and June 1-3, 2018 days of the 400 Mile Yard Sale, Wes Watt reminds motorist that: "Slower traffic, distracted driving, increase in pedestrians, sight distance limitations and unusual parking conditions are some of the challenges motorists will face during this event. Motorists should always be aware of their surroundings. Slow down and be on the lookout for pedestrians, especially children. Just like in a construction zone, pay close attention when traveling through an area where multiple yard sales are taking place. Don't allow electronic devices to be a distraction." Taking these simple steps can greatly reduce the risk of vehicle crashes and pedestrian strikes. Read More... | Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

400 Mile Yard Sale is May 31 & June 1-3, 2018 2018-05-29 - US 68, Kentucky - Photo submitted by Wes Watt, KYTC District 03, Bowling Green, KY. Motorists traveling on U.S. 68 throughout Kentucky need to be aware of the annual yard sale event which is along the entire stretch of U.S. 68 in Kentucky. The event begins Thursday, May 31 and goes through Sunday, June 3. Motorists need to use extra caution when traveling on this route while this event is going on. - WES WATT Read More... | Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

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