More Happy Hosta 2026-07-02 - Central Kentucky - Photo by Donna Rieder. Donna says, "Here's another garden full of happy Hosta!" Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

A Walk in the Woods 2026-07-02 - Bloomington, IN - Photo by Pen. Just looking at a shady-covered trail through tall trees is enough to take a degree or two off the heat index. Actual shade can reduce ambient temps by 10-15F. This trail loops around Griffey Lake in Bloomington. The wooden railing at center leads down to the shore. Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

Summer Reading program explores fossils and artifacts 2026-07-02 - Columbia, KY - Photo from the ACPL. This week we learned about fossils and Paleontology! The kids got to dig up their own dinosaurs and then used air dry clay to make a impression fossil. We also talked about the differences between fossils and artifacts and looked at real examples to see which is which. Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

Strawberry Moon creates spotlight effect over farm 2026-07-02 - Adair County, KY - Photo by Katelynn M. Molesky. From Monday night into Tuesday morning, the moonlight and mist came together just perfectly to create a spotlight effect over our farmland. Between the visuals and the warm, still air, it was surreal to stand out in the middle of it all. This month's moon is nicknamed the "Strawberry Moon". Although it lacked a red tint for the majority of the night, it was still an impressive thing to see hovering in the sky above. Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

New ACMS library built to inspire discovery 2026-07-01 - Columbia, KY - Photo by Linda Waggener, ColumbiaMagazine.com. The new Adair County Middle School library has soaring windows that bring in light to inspire discovery by students who get to come for the first time in August 2026. Construction team members took pride in their work as Supt. Faulkner lead visitors into the new space on a recent visit. Among those touring the new school were Tourism Director Paige Nickel, Assistant Director Breann Franklin, Chamber of Commerce leaders Ellen Zornes, Brenda Mann, and Connie DeVore. Read More... | Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

ACMS athletic facility to meet needs now and in future 2026-07-01 - Columbia, KY - Photo by Linda Waggener, ColumbiaMagazine.com. Supt. Faulkner played a significant role in designing the ACMS athletic facility to meet the needs of current and future students. Once completed, the gymnasium will become one of five gym facilities on the Adair County Public Schools campus. The expanded athletic space will allow multiple events and tournaments to be hosted simultaneously, creating additional opportunities for student participation and community engagement. Read More... | Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

Brand new Adair County Middle School nearly complete 2026-07-01 - Columbia, KY - Photo by Linda Waggener, ColumbiaMagazine.com. The exterior of the new Adair County Middle School is now complete, waiting for the sign and logo. Interior finishing work continues throughout the facility. District officials say a public tour and grand opening celebration will be announced once construction is complete and the school is ready to welcome students. Read More... | Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

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