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Most recent PHOTOS matching your search for 'Squarecrows'...
  1. Travel: Scarecrows abroad (Photo ID: 100008)
    The Adair Co. Squarecrows may have taken a year off for 2023, but a similar tradition is alive and well on the to... (click photo title to read more)

  2. Squarecrows 2022: Walker Realty (Photo ID: 96710)
    The Walker Realty Squarecrow display wishes a Happy Halloween on Greensburg Street. Click "Read More" to see more photos of the 2022 S... (click photo title to read more)

  3. Squarecrows 2022: Linda Waggener (Photo ID: 96709)
    This display from Linda Waggener sits on the Courthouse lawn facing Jamestown Street. Click "Read More" to see more photos of the 20... (click photo title to read more)

  4. Squarecrows 2022: UCB (Photo ID: 96708)
    The United Citizens Bank Squarecrow sits at the Jamestown Street entrance to the Public Square. Click "Read More" to see more photos o... (click photo title to read more)

  5. Squarecrows 2022: KY Transportation Cabinet (Photo ID: 96701)
    The Squarecrow from the Department of Transportation sits on the Courthouse lawn. Click "Read More" to see more photos of the 2022 Squ... (click photo title to read more)

  6. Squarecrows 2022: TJ Health Columbia (Photo ID: 96700)
    The Squarecrow from TJ Health Columbia sits at the Greensburg Street exit from the Square. Click "Read More" to see more photos of the... (click photo title to read more)

  7. Squarecrows 2022: Steadfast Accounting (Photo ID: 96699)
    The Squarecrow from Steadfast Accounting sits on the Courthouse lawn. Click "Read More" to see more photos of the 2022 Squarecrow deco... (click photo title to read more)

  8. Squarecrows 2022: Signature Health (Photo ID: 96698)
    The Squarecrow from Signature Healthcare at Summit Manor sits on the Courthouse lawn. Click "Read More" to see more photos of the 20... (click photo title to read more)

  9. Squarecrows 2022: Headless Waldo (Photo ID: 96697)
    The headless Waldo from PVA Landon Edwards, Candidate, sits at the exit to Jamestown Street from the Square. Click "Read More" to se... (click photo title to read more)

  10. Squarecrows 2022: Hannah Peck (Photo ID: 96695)
    The Squarecrow from candidate for City Council Hannah Peck, on the Courthouse lawn. Click "Read More" to see more photos of the 2022 S... (click photo title to read more)

  11. Squarecrows 2022: In Memory of Gene and Joyce Hoots (Photo ID: 96694)
    The Squarecrow in memory of Gene and Joyce Hoots, in front of the Annex Building. Click "Read More" to see more photos of the 2022 Squ... (click photo title to read more)

  12. Squarecrows 2022: ACHS HOSA (Photo ID: 96693)
    The Adair Co. High School HOSA Future Health Professionals' Squarecrow on the Courthouse lawn. Click "Read More" to see more photos of... (click photo title to read more)

  13. Squarecrows 2022: Pam Hoots (Photo ID: 96692)
    Candidate Pam Hoots' Squarecrow decorates the Jamestown Street entrance to the Square. Click "Read More" to see more photos of the 202... (click photo title to read more)

  14. Squarecrows 2022: Curtis Hardwick (Photo ID: 96691)
    Candidate Curtis Hardwick's Squarecrow on the Courthouse lawn. Click "Read More" to see more photos of the 2022 Squarecrow decorati... (click photo title to read more)

  15. Squarecrows 2022: ACHS FBLA (Photo ID: 96685)
    This Monopoly man Squarecrow on the Courthouse lawn was created by the ACHS Future Business Leaders of America. Click "Read More" to s... (click photo title to read more)

  16. Squarecrows 2022: Jeremy Wethington (Photo ID: 96684)
    This Squarecrow on Greensburg Street was sponsored by candidate Jeremy Wethington. Click "Read More" to see more photos of the 2022 Sq... (click photo title to read more)

  17. Squarecrows 2022: Jamie Richards (Photo ID: 96683)
    This Squarecrow on Greensburg Street was sponsored by Jamie Richards' campaign. Click "Read More" to see more photos of the 2022 Squar... (click photo title to read more)

  18. Squarecrows 2022: Cora Elizabeth Designs (Photo ID: 96681)
    The Cora Elizabeth Deisgns Squarecrow display on Greensburg Street. Click "Read More" to see more photos of the 2022 Squarecrow de... (click photo title to read more)

  19. Squarecrows 2022: Community Trust Bank (Photo ID: 96680)
    The CTB Squarecrow at the Greensburg Street entrance to the Public Square. Click "Read More" to see more photos of the 2022 Squarecr... (click photo title to read more)

  20. Squarecrows 2022: Adair Co. Clerk's Office (Photo ID: 96679)
    The Clerk's Office display just outside the Courthouse Annex. Click "Read More" to see more photos of the 2022 Squarecrow decoratio... (click photo title to read more)

  21. Squarecrows 2022: Judges Choice Third Place (Photo ID: 96669)
    Third place in the Judges Choice Awards for 2022 Squarecrows was awarded to Goodwill.... (click photo title to read more)

  22. Squarecrows 2022: Judges Choice Second Place (Photo ID: 96668)
    Second place in the Judges Choice Awards for 2022 Squarecrows was awarded to County Attorney Jennifer Corbin.... (click photo title to read more)

  23. Squarecrows 2022: Judges Choice First Place (Photo ID: 96667)
    First place in the Judges Choice Awards for 2022 Squarecrows was awarded to Dr. Ronald Rogers.... (click photo title to read more)

  24. SquareCrows 2022 - last week to visit them (Photo ID: 96628)
    This is the last week of the 2022 SquareCrows around the Public Square in Columbia! This one from Morgan Smith Industries says, "Hope your fall i... (click photo title to read more)

  25. All cleaned up ready for the next event (Photo ID: 96515)
    The Public Square in Columbia has been cleaned up following Downtown Days and sits ready for the next big event. Squarecrows are up and growing an... (click photo title to read more)

  26. Squarecrow 2022: Whooo doesn't love this season! (Photo ID: 96455)
    Whooo doesn’t love the Squarecrows? The office of Jennifer Hutchison-Corbin, Adair County Attorney wants to wish everyone a happy Squarecrow Sea... (click photo title to read more)

  27. Squarecrows 2022: Pickett’s Chapel Church (Photo ID: 96436)
    Pickett’s Chapel Church is always one of the first Squarecrows to appear on the square. Click "Read More" to see more photos of th... (click photo title to read more)

  28. Squarecrows 2021: Bank of Columbia (Photo ID: 93165)
    The Bank of Columbia Squarecrow sits in the window of the bank building on the Pubilc Square.... (click photo title to read more)

  29. Squarecrows 2021: ACHS HOSA (Photo ID: 93164)
    The Squarecrow from HOSA at ACHS, located on the Courthouse lawn, celebrates Healthcare Superheroes.... (click photo title to read more)

  30. Squarecrows 2021: State Highway Department (Photo ID: 93163)
    The Squarecrow from the State Highway Department stands on the Courthouse lawn, reminding motorists to slow down in construction areas.... (click photo title to read more)

  31. Squarecrows 2021: The Rusty Jail (Photo ID: 93162)
    The Rusty Jail Squarecrow, from Adair County Regional Jail, located on Greensburg Street in front of the Jail building.... (click photo title to read more)

  32. Squarecrows 2021: United Citizens Bank (Photo ID: 93161)
    The Squarecrow from United Citizens Bank, located at the entrance to the Square from Burkesville Street.... (click photo title to read more)

  33. Squarecrows 2021: ​Spero Health​ (Photo ID: 93160)
    The ​Spero Health​ Squarecrow, located on Greensburg Street between the Square and Columbia Baptist Church.... (click photo title to read more)

  34. Squarecrows 2021: PVA Landon Edwards (Photo ID: 93159)
    The Squarecrow from PVA Landon Edwards, in front of the Courthouse Annex Building.... (click photo title to read more)

  35. Squarecrows 2021: Picketts Chapel UMC (Photo ID: 93157)
    The Picketts Chapel UMC Squarecrow display, tucked in the corner of the Public Square between Jamestown and Burkesville Streets.... (click photo title to read more)

  36. Squarecrows 2021: Morgan Smith Industries (Photo ID: 93156)
    The Squarecrows from Morgan Smith Industries are on the Courthouse lawn.... (click photo title to read more)

  37. Squarecrows 2021: Mayor Pam Hoots (Photo ID: 93155)
    The Squarecrows from Mayor Hoots are on the Courthouse lawn, greeting arrivals from Burkesville Street.... (click photo title to read more)

  38. Squarecrows 2021: Jeffries Hardware (Photo ID: 93154)
    The Jeffries Hardware Squarecrow, located in front of the Courthouse Annex Building.... (click photo title to read more)

  39. Squarecrows 2021: ​Democratic Party (Photo ID: 93153)
    The ​Democratic Party Squarecrow, located by the Fountain on the Square.... (click photo title to read more)

  40. Squarecrows 2021: County Attorney and staff (Photo ID: 93151)
    The Squarecrow from the offices of County Attorney, Jennifer Hutchison-Corbin, sits at the junction with Greensburg Street, in front of the Courth... (click photo title to read more)

  41. Squarecrows 2021: Community Trust Bank Squarecrow (Photo ID: 93150)
    The Community Trust Bank Squarecrow sits at the junction with Greensburg Street.... (click photo title to read more)

  42. Squarecrows 2021: Cash Express (Photo ID: 93149)
    The Cash Express Squarecrow sits at the Jamestown Street entrance to the Public Square.... (click photo title to read more)

  43. Squarecrows 2021: Breath of Grace Wellness (Photo ID: 93148)
    The Breath of Grace Wellness Squarecrow, at the junction with Campbellsville Street.... (click photo title to read more)

  44. Squarecrows 2021: Bloomington Chapel BIC Youth (Photo ID: 93147)
    The Bloomington Chapel BIC Youth Squarecrow, located on the Courthouse lawn.... (click photo title to read more)

  45. Squarecrows 2021: Beulah Chapel BIC (Photo ID: 93145)
    The Beulah Chapel Brethren in Christ Squarecrow sits on the Courthouse lawn.... (click photo title to read more)

  46. Squarecrows 2021: Bearwallow UMC (Photo ID: 93144)
    The Bearwallow United Methodist Church Squarecrow display is on Greensburg Street.... (click photo title to read more)

  47. Squarecrows 2021: Barger Insurance (Photo ID: 93143)
    Barger Insurance's well-dressed Squarecrows, at the junction with Campbellsville Street.... (click photo title to read more)

  48. Squarecrows 2021: Adair Progress (Photo ID: 93142)
    The Progress Squarecrow sits on one of the benches in front of the Courthouse.... (click photo title to read more)

  49. Squarecrows 2021: Adair Co. Animal Hospital (Photo ID: 93141)
    The Adair Animal Hospital Squarecrows, located on the Courthouse lawn.... (click photo title to read more)

  50. Squarecrows 2021: FFA (Photo ID: 93140)
    The FFA Squarecrow, located on Greensburg Street just past Columbia Baptist Church.... (click photo title to read more)

  51. Squarecrows 2021: Rogers Chiropractic takes First Place (Photo ID: 93137)
    The Rogers Chiropractic Squarecrow display has taken First Place for 2021, as announced by the Columbia-Adair Chamber of Commerce this week. ... (click photo title to read more)

  52. Squarecrows 2021: Steadfast Accounting (Photo ID: 93136)
    The Steadfast Accounting Squarecrow has taken Third Place for 2021. You have one more week to view the winners and all the other great ... (click photo title to read more)

  53. Squarecrows 2021: Goodwill Industries (Photo ID: 93135)
    The Goodwill Industries Squarecrow has taken Second Place for 2021. You have one more week to view the winners and all the other great ... (click photo title to read more)

  54. Squarecrows 2021 - and what's next (Photo ID: 93088)
    Columbia Mayor Pam Hoots enjoys checking on the Squarecrow arrangements around the Public Square through October. After Halloween they will all be... (click photo title to read more)

  55. Squarecrows 2021 (Photo ID: 93087)
    Today is a great day for a walk around the Public Square in Columbia to visit the Squarecrow population. Sundays have fewer vehicles on the square... (click photo title to read more)

  56. Squarecrows staying with us through October (Photo ID: 93022)
    The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet Squarecrow facing Jamestown Street has a message, "Please slow down, my Dad works here." It pays to slow down ... (click photo title to read more)

  57. Squarecrows made it through the festival (Photo ID: 92954)
    Columbia's annual Squarecrows started moving in to downtown the first of October and enjoyed all the company visiting through Downtown Days. This... (click photo title to read more)

  58. Squarecrows continuing to go up downtown (Photo ID: 92914)
    The Squarecrow season is populating downtown Columbia this month. For information on having a space for your business, organization or family call... (click photo title to read more)

  59. Squarecrows 2021: HOSA Superheroes in Scrubs (Photo ID: 92890)
    The squarecrows are quickly filling up the Square again in 2021. HOSA's theme this year is "Superheroes in Scrubs."... (click photo title to read more)

  60. Third Place SquareCrow: Milltown UMC (Photo ID: 89553)
    Third place winner among this year's terrific crop of SquareCrows, the display from Milltown United Methodist Church. The message, "Love one ano... (click photo title to read more)

  61. Second Place SquareCrow: Goodwill (Photo ID: 89552)
    Second place winner among this year's terrific crop of SquareCrows, the Goodwill Skeleton.... (click photo title to read more)

  62. First Place SquareCrow: PVA Grouch (Photo ID: 89551)
    The first place winner for the 2020 SquareCrows, the PVA Grouch from the Adair County PVA Office.... (click photo title to read more)

  63. SquareCrow from the ACHS Art Department (Photo ID: 89519)
    One of the most delightful SquareCrows this season is the one from the Adair County High School Art Department. Do you know this artist's style?... (click photo title to read more)

  64. Almost time to bid farewell to 2020 SquareCrows (Photo ID: 89495)
    It's nearing the end of October and time to bid farewell to the 2020 SquareCrow family. Even in the rain of the past couple of days, the little d... (click photo title to read more)

  65. Trifecta Print family says (Photo ID: 89282)
    Among the newest SquareCrows in downtown Columbia is this one, "Happy Halloween from the Trifecta Print family!!" From left are Jade, Natalie, G... (click photo title to read more)

  66. First SquareCrows going up on Courthouse lawn (Photo ID: 89220)
    SquareCrows are starting to go up on the Square in Columbia - this group is putting up the Adair County Animal Hospital display on the corner of t... (click photo title to read more)

  67. A pumpkin artist is at work downtown (Photo ID: 89125)
    An unknown artist is carving pumpkins and placing them around downtown Columbia. These two are on Greensburg Street at the corner of High Street. ... (click photo title to read more)

  68. You can still donate undies for kids at the Library (Photo ID: 86304)
    Have you made your donation at the Adair Public Library in the 2019 "drop your drawers" program? The program is from the children's ... (click photo title to read more)

  69. Bless your heart - it's been a nice season (Photo ID: 85709)
    Bless Your Heart - a message from one of the many SquareCrows of 2019 - will be leaving now as the season ends. SquareCrows have been part of the ... (click photo title to read more)

  70. Did you follow the request to take a photo? (Photo ID: 85697)
    There's just today to get a photo as requested at this SquareCrow station and send it to the creators. SquareCrows will be leaving after Hallowee... (click photo title to read more)

  71. Sugarfoot Farm wins third place in 2019 SquareCrows (Photo ID: 85645)
    Sugarfoot Farm is the third place winner of the 2019 SquareCrow contest in downtown Columbia this fall. The rescue operation was among the first t... (click photo title to read more)

  72. SquareCrow First Place winner: Hocus Pocus (Photo ID: 85611)
    Kasey Blue, at left, accepts the first place trophy for the Kessler family First Place SquareCrow, Hocus Pocus in the 'whole family' pict... (click photo title to read more)

  73. SquareCrow with a serious message (Photo ID: 85598)
    The message outside the Adair County Regional Jail goes along with the song by Michael Jackson, "Addiction, just beat it." This is one of the si... (click photo title to read more)

  74. Which ones are the SquareCrows? (Photo ID: 85577)
    You have to study this picture to see for sure which ones are the SquareCrows on the Courthouse lawn and which ones are the live children playing ... (click photo title to read more)

  75. Vote for your favorite SquareCrow during Downtown Days (Photo ID: 85443)
    Vote for your favorite SquareCrow when you visit Columbia's Downtown Days annual festival this afternoon and tomorrow, Friday and Saturday, Octob... (click photo title to read more)

  76. Morning on the Square (Photo ID: 85333)
    Good morning from SquareCrow central. These are a few of the first SquareCrows to be placed around the courthouse so far. There will be a total of... (click photo title to read more)

  77. SquareCrows being birthed around historic Adair Courthouse (Photo ID: 85320)
    The first few SquareCrows have popped up around the Public Square in Columbia, KY and many more will be added. Ellen Zornes, Executive Director of... (click photo title to read more)

  78. JD and Jakky help Ellen number the SquareCrow locations (Photo ID: 85307)
    “Jakky helped us mark the SquareSpots for this year’s SquareCrows. It was 94 degrees with raging humidity and I fear I may have mis-numbered a few... (click photo title to read more)

  79. Seasons changing from pumpkins to flags (Photo ID: 81453)
    Veterans are being honored this weekend in Adair and surrounding counties and the landscape is changing from pumpkins to the American Flag flying ... (click photo title to read more)

  80. Happy Fall from the Squarecrows on the Square (Photo ID: 81346)
    The fun season of the downtown Squarecrows is ending this week. People have wondered why the Squarecrows have been such a hit around the old Adair... (click photo title to read more)

  81. Farewell from the 2018 Squarecrow family (Photo ID: 81309)
    The 2018 Squarecrows have been a hit during October but now it's time for them to go. Several have already been picked up ahead of the predicted ... (click photo title to read more)

  82. Squarecrow downed by recent winds (Photo ID: 81274)
    Squarecrow down! This fellow hit the dirt in the high winds this weekend. Most, however, are staying in good shape. They are scheduled to disappea... (click photo title to read more)

  83. Squarecrow by Liberty Road General Store & Diner (Photo ID: 81166)
    It's a beautiful day to visit the Squarecrow population around the historic Adair County courthouse on the public square in Columbia, KY. This Sq... (click photo title to read more)

  84. Squarecrow population still around the Square for families (Photo ID: 81138)
    The ever popular Squarecrows were a hit for family photos at Downtown Days last weekend and they will remain on the Public Square through Treats o... (click photo title to read more)

  85. Time to vote for your favorite Squarecrows (Photo ID: 81059)
    How's your festival day going? We're here waiting for you to come judge and cast your votes for your favorite Squarecrows! Downtown Days festiva... (click photo title to read more)

  86. Squarecrows 2018: It's the day to VOTE for your choice! (Photo ID: 81054)
    Today's the day to VOTE for your choice in the Squarecrows 2018 contest. Find the Retired Teachers Association booth - located in the corner by t... (click photo title to read more)

  87. On the Square in Columbia, Downtown Days are here (Photo ID: 81045)
    The Squarecrows are ready to greet visitors to the Adair County Public Square this evening and tomorrow for the annual Downtown Days. Check events... (click photo title to read more)

  88. Squarecrow: UCB again, the Big Picture (Photo ID: 81039)
    See also, another angle: Squarecrow: United Citizens Bank... (click photo title to read more)

  89. Squarecrow: Columbia Baptist Church (Photo ID: 81033)
    Click here for the complete directory of 2018 Squarecrows from Ellen Zornes, execu... (click photo title to read more)

  90. Squarecrow: United Citizens Bank (Photo ID: 81031)
    Click here for the complete directory of 2018 Squarecrows from Ellen Zornes, execu... (click photo title to read more)

  91. Squarecrow: Barger Insurance (Photo ID: 81030)
    Click here for the complete directory of 2018 Squarecrows from Ellen Zornes, execu... (click photo title to read more)

  92. Squarecrow: LWC Online (Photo ID: 81029)
    Click here for the complete directory of 2018 Squarecrows from Ellen Zornes, execu... (click photo title to read more)

  93. Squarecrow: Don't be afraid to show your smile (Photo ID: 81020)
    Click here for the complete directory of 2018 Squarecrows from Ellen Zornes, execu... (click photo title to read more)

  94. Squarecrow: Harvest of Homes (Photo ID: 81017)
    Click here for the complete directory of 2018 Squarecrows from Ellen Zornes, execu... (click photo title to read more)

  95. Squarecrow #56: Jones Chapel (Photo ID: 81013)
    Click here for the complete list of 2018 Squarecrows from Ellen Zornes, executive ... (click photo title to read more)

  96. Squarecrow #4: Goodwill Squarecrow (Photo ID: 81010)
    Click here for the complete list of 2018 Squarecrows from Ellen Zornes, executive ... (click photo title to read more)

  97. Squarecrows 2018: this year dedicated to Ed Waggener (Photo ID: 81007)
    Ellen Zornes writes: Ed and I always agreed on the Squarecrows! We would laugh and talk about how cute they were and such... (click photo title to read more)

  98. Squarecrows 2018: Adair County Primary Center around the fountain (Photo ID: 80977)
    Squarecrows attracting attention around the historic courthouse in Columbia include this one by ACPC at the fountain asking for your vote because ... (click photo title to read more)

  99. Assembling the School Squarecrows (Photo ID: 80933)
    Judge Dan Ballou, Circuit Court Judge for McQueary and Whitley Counties, helped assemble Squarecrows for Adair County schools on Thursday. The the... (click photo title to read more)

  100. Squarecrows have given us lasting memories: Pumpkin Butt (Photo ID: 80698)
    This encore photo generated more laughter than anything in recent memory. The award-winning Squarecrow referred to as 'Pumpkin-Butt' put smiles ... (click photo title to read more)

 Most recent STORIES matching your search for 'Squarecrows'...
  1. SquareCrows will be taking fall season off in 2023 (Story ID: 128872)
    By Ellen Zornes, Executive Director, Columbia Adair Chamber of Commerce Due to all the exciting, long awaited restoration ha... (click title to read more)

  2. 2022 Squarecrows: Judges Choice awards (Story ID: 124579)
    These are the judges' choices for the 2022 Squarecrows in downtown Columbia. First Place: Dr. Ronald Rogers Chiropractic, Candidate... (click title to read more)

  3. A fine place and time for downtown walks (Story ID: 124506)
    It's a breezy, beautiful weekend in Columbia, great for walking downtown to view Farmers Market items and for walking around the Square to visit the S... (click title to read more)

  4. Reminder to register your SquareCrows (Story ID: 124204)
    From Ellen Zornes, Executive Director Columbia-Adair County Chamber of Commerce Our beloved SquareCrows will be all arou... (click title to read more)

  5. Happy first day of fall 2022! (Story ID: 124094)
    From the Training and Development Center, the Chamber of Commerce sends wishes on this beautiful first day of fall for a successful business season.... (click title to read more)

  6. Let the 2022 SquareCrows begin on the Public Square (Story ID: 123950)
    By Ellen Zornes SquareCrows are on as usual for fall 2022! We are just now announcing as we were on hold to make sure we could use t... (click title to read more)

  7. 2021 Squarecrow winners announced (Story ID: 119476)
    Note: Click headline for photos of most all the 2021 Squarecrows. By Ellen Zornes Columbia-Adair Chamber of Commerce... (click title to read more)

  8. Have you seen all the Squarecrows yet? (Story ID: 119398)
    There are 30 Squarecrows around the Public Square in downtown Columbia for 2021. Have you seen them all? The full list is below, courtesy of Ellen Zor... (click title to read more)

  9. Columbia Adair Chamber of Commerce updates (Story ID: 119114)
    Due to the continued rise in COVID-19 cases, the indoor group meeting of the Columbia Adair Chamber of Commerce will not be held this month. ... (click title to read more)

  10. Another great year for SquareCrows! (Story ID: 113592)
    By Ellen Zornes, Executive Director Columbia Adair Chamber of Commerce Our SquareCrows this year were wonderful and enjo... (click title to read more)

  11. Time to claim your Squarespot for Squarecrows (Story ID: 112622)
    The Columbia-Adair County Chamber of Commerce has announced the return of the Squarecrows for 2020. To reserve a spot for a Squarecrow, call the City ... (click title to read more)

  12. SquareCrow removal deadline passed, please take them now (Story ID: 107270)
    By Ellen Zornes Executive Director, Columbia Adair Chamber of Commerce October is over and it is time to take down SquareCrows!... (click title to read more)

  13. Letter: Love for the Squarecrows (Story ID: 107077)
    Betty Coop writes: I love the Square Crows. They are so cute and show talented ideas. As time has gone by, some of them are in ... (click title to read more)

  14. Bloomington Chapel BIC is winning SquareCrow 2019 (Story ID: 106755)
    By Ellen Zornes, Executive Director, Columbia Adair County Chamber of Commerce On behalf of the Columbia-Adair Chamber of Comm... (click title to read more)

  15. Remember to vote for Squarecrows at Downtown Days (Story ID: 106709)
    By Ellen Zornes Remember that voting for People's Choice SquareCrow takes place during Downtown Days. Come enjoy all the fun, stop ... (click title to read more)

  16. Squarecrows 2019 Registry - Updated (Story ID: 106485)
    By Ellen Zornes Squarespots are still available, although limited. Just call the Chamber at 270-384-6020. Can’t wait to see ‘em!... (click title to read more)

  17. Reminder: Keep SquareCrow displays positive for all ages (Story ID: 106039)
    SquareCrow reservations are open for the event that has caused so many smiles over the past few years. Please keep the SquareCrow displays ... (click title to read more)

  18. Squarecrows 2019 - Time to reserve your Squarespot (Story ID: 105998)
    By Ellen Zornes Executive Director, Columbia/Adair County Chamber of Commerce The Columbia-Adair County Chamber of Commerce is ... (click title to read more)

  19. Squarecrows to Treats on the Town - October was a fun month (Story ID: 100383)
    By Ellen Zornes, Executive Director, Chamber of Commerce We have thoroughly enjoyed seeing all this year's Squarecrows! Now, it's ... (click title to read more)

  20. Winning Squarecrow 2018 is Bloomington Chapel Church (Story ID: 100096)
    By Linda Waggener The highest vote-getting Squarecrow 2018, making it the People's Coice, was #19 Bloomington Chapel Brethren in Ch... (click title to read more)

  21. Letter: Calling off the grammar police (Story ID: 100042)
    Robert Johnson writes: Can't the grammar police put their badges away for something as lite-hearted as a Halloween display? ... (click title to read more)

  22. Letter: Squarecrows about fun, not grammar (Story ID: 100040)
    Ralph Roy Waggener writes: Square Crows ain't suppose to use good grammar, they are all about fun, and we all know grammar ain't... (click title to read more)

  23. Letter: Even Squarecrows should use good grammar (Story ID: 100029)
    Susan K Breeding writes: Sign should read: "I should have gone to Barger" --Susan ... (click title to read more)

  24. Squarecrows 2018 - maybe Ed's favorite downtown event ever (Story ID: 99969)
    By Linda Waggener Ed and I laughed every time we saw the picture at the link below taken during the inaugural Squarecrows event on t... (click title to read more)

  25. Squarecrow 2018 population soars beyond 60 (Story ID: 99968)
    As businesses, organizations and individuals - especially candidates - get their placement done, the Public Square in Columbia, KY is taking on an awe... (click title to read more)

  26. SquareCrows 2018 - around the historic Adair County Courthouse (Story ID: 99831)
    By Ellen Zornes, Executive Director, Chamber of Commerce It's time for our annual Squarecrows' appearance. We appreciate all the S... (click title to read more)

  27. Squarecrows 2018 - Time to reserve Squarespots (Story ID: 99397)
    TIme to reserve your spot for the happiest time of the year, for many, in ColumbiaClick on headline for complete story By Ell... (click title to read more)

  28. 2017 Squarecrow prize presentation album (Story ID: 93511)
    Related - Your ColumbiaMagazine.com Guide to the 2017 Squarecrows ... (click title to read more)

  29. Your ColumbiaMagazine.com Guide to the 2017 Squarecrows (Story ID: 93377)
    Photos are still being added. Check back during the day. Reader help appreciated filling in the blanks, sending pictures, etc. We hope to have this... (click title to read more)

  30. Verdicts rendered in 2017 Squarecrow contest (Story ID: 93372)
    Big Winner is First & Farmers National Bank; Dollhouse Day Care and Grant Chiropractic are in the money, and Honorable Mention goes to Adair Region... (click title to read more)

  31. Verdict: No absentee voting for People's Choice Squarecrows (Story ID: 93236)
    And, there's only one polling 'house': The Retired Teachers' Booth in front of the First and Farmers National Bank.Click on headline... (click title to read more)

  32. Story Walk 2017 is up in Downtown Columbia (Story ID: 93202)
    This year's storybook is "The Waltz of the Scarecrow By Ellen Zornes, President Adair Heritage Association... (click title to read more)

  33. COF sends rare accolade for Charles Marshburn (Story ID: 92998)
    A Thaw in the COF v Tractorman war??? (Could Squarecrows on a global basis bring international peace? - CM COF writes: ... (click title to read more)

  34. First Squarecrow of contest days installed on courthouse lawn (Story ID: 92992)
    By Ellen Zornes, president, Adair Heritage Association Columbia has the first Squarecrow! It is #5, constructed on the courthouse la... (click title to read more)

  35. Squarecrow registration grows again - now 33 are entered (Story ID: 92971)
    Squarecrow Registration continues this morning at 8amCT September 25, 2017 at the Adair County Library, 307 Greensburg Street, Columbia, KY. Call t... (click title to read more)

  36. Adair Fiscal Court 12 Sep 2017 - Historic Courthouse actions (Story ID: 92751)
    By Ed Waggener Three actions were taken by Adair Fiscal Court at its Tue 12 Sep 2017 Session which relate to the historic courthouse... (click title to read more)

  37. Five big stories of 2016 on ColumbiaMagazine.com (Story ID: 87824)
    A tragedy at Bearwallow. Prohibition ends. Popular couple killed at Lake Lanier. Squarecrows. A tragedy at PellytonClick on headline for... (click title to read more)

  38. Talented kids, dedicated teachers get credit for art work (Story ID: 87267)
    Adair County Garden Club is now putting up credits By Mary Knight We are late putting up the credits - but the Chri... (click title to read more)

  39. A Reminder of Treats on the Town this evening (Story ID: 86635)
    Treats on the Town + Squarecrows + Story Trail - One of Columbia's Most Popular Festivals is this evening. By Ellen Zornes, Pres... (click title to read more)

  40. 2016 Downtown Days Squarecrow Award Winners announced (Story ID: 86162)
    See also: Your ColumbiaMagazine.com Guide to the 2016 Squarecrows and Downtown Days... (click title to read more)

  41. Traffic Advisory for Downtown Days: Fri 7 Oct 2016 (Story ID: 86139)
    See Also: Your ColumbiaMagazine.com Guide to the 2016 Squarecrows including MAP ... (click title to read more)

  42. Remember: Vote for your favorite Squarecrow at Downtown Days (Story ID: 86127)
    See Also: Your ColumbiaMagazine.com Guide to the 2016 Squarecrows for li... (click title to read more)

  43. Squarecrow success an inspiration (Story ID: 86107)
    Shannon Sexton writes: During the hustle and bustle of each work day, we often lose sight of the small things that bring us tog... (click title to read more)

  44. Jake Squarecrow fully recovered following head replacement (Story ID: 86100)
    Head exploded following botched procedure by Joe Smith By Ed Waggener In the long two year history of Squarecrows,... (click title to read more)

  45. 2016 Squarecrows setting new records by the day (Story ID: 86093)
    SQUARECROW MANIA is at a FRENZY: See the latest additions to Your ColumbiaMagazine.com ... (click title to read more)

  46. Return of the native: Ex-pat coming home to see Squarecrows (Story ID: 86073)
    Tina York writes: I lived in Columbia my entire life until last year when I got married and moved to Albany, KY. I have the p... (click title to read more)

  47. Your ColumbiaMagazine.com Guide to the 2016 Squarecrows (Story ID: 86042)
    Click on headline for complete list as updated The list of downtown Squarecrows for 2017. As photos are added, links will be pos... (click title to read more)

  48. Squarecrows spaces reserved already enough to fill the Square! (Story ID: 85965)
    But this year there will be a spillover area in the Alta Garnett yard by Columbia Baptist Church and a Story Trail has been added. Selection of bes... (click title to read more)

  49. Ellen Zornes: Story Walk a wonderful addition to Squarecrows (Story ID: 85961)
    Ellen Zornes writes: This is a simply wonderful addition to our community's Squarecrows. Can't wait to see all the families e... (click title to read more)

  50. Story Walk will be an added feature during Squarecrow contest (Story ID: 85946)
    Discover children's story pages around the Columbia public square and find a free book at the end of the "StoryWalk(R)" during the Squarecrows c... (click title to read more)

  51. Squarecrow sponsors seek art from those 7 & those 70+ (Story ID: 85910)
    Entries are should be turned in at Adair County Public Library, 307 Greensburg Street, Columbia, KY, as soon as possible. Deadline is October 4, 20... (click title to read more)

  52. Ellen Zornes: 2nd Annual AHA Squarecrows 30 Sep & 1 Oct 2016 (Story ID: 85324)
    Click on headline for complete story with video of last year's Squarecrows By Ellen Zornes, President, Adair Heritage Association... (click title to read more)

  53. Columbia/Adair Chamber: A great 2015; big goals for 2016 (Story ID: 79858)
    Chamber's usual successes, Treats on the Town, Shop Local, and Christmas in Columbia were monumental blockbusters this year - with clever new idea... (click title to read more)

  54. Columbia City Council Meeting 2 Nov 2015 - Meeting (Story ID: 78666)
    The council warmly received the idea of placing the entire Downtown Historic District on the National Registry of Historic Places and received the ... (click title to read more)

  55. Mike Watson: A ringing endorsement of the Squarecrows (Story ID: 78615)
    Mike Watson writes Mrs. Watson and I have truly enjoyed the Squarecrows. I had the opportunity to view them early on, but she di... (click title to read more)

  56. Square Clauses? Maury thinks Squarecrow idea good for Christmas, too (Story ID: 78306)
    Maury Lewis writes: They may need to do Christmas squarecrows for the Christmas season coming up. 10/15/2015 - melewi, aka M... (click title to read more)

  57. Students add specially created Squarecrows around the Courthouse (Story ID: 78138)
    The first ever "Squarecrow" (scarecrows on the square) contest coordinated by the Adair Heritage Association is providing fun and creative outlet... (click title to read more)

  58. Want to make a scarecrow on the public square? A Squarecrow? (Story ID: 77462)
    The upcoming "Squarecrow" contest by the Adair Heritage Association will provide fun and creative outlets for October. To register your own Squar... (click title to read more)




 

































 
 
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