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Saturday Session: Genealogy Research Class on June 27

From Mike Watson

The Adair County Genealogical Society and the Adair Genealogy & History Research Center will offer a Genealogy Research Class for any interested individuals on from NoonCT until 2pmCT on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at the Research Center, 307 Greensburg Street, Columbia, KY.

This class is the next installment of the Saturday Session Series which encourages beginners and seasoned family history researchers to dig deeper into family history.

No materials are required. Various handouts will be available. If you wish to bring laptop or other devices, you may, but not required. The class will be conducted by Annita Dial and Mike Watson, both experienced researchers and members of the staff at the Research Center.

You need not make an appointment to attend, but let us know if possible so that handouts can be prepared. Information: Research Center, 270-380-1024 or adairgenealogy@gmail.com.

2026-06-21 20:35:52 | Comments | Printable version

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Epicurian Kentuckian: Greek Salad



2026-06-21 - Central Kentucky - Photo by Donna Rieder.
Donna writes, "I made this lovely Greek salad with red and banana peppers, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber fresh from the garden, red onion and Kalamata olives, with olive oil and Balsamic vinegar, and topped with Feta cheese. A few slices of garlic toast made it a perfect, filling meal."
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Two ways to live your life

There are only two ways to live your life.
One is as though nothing is a miracle.
The other is as though everything is a miracle.
-- Albert Einstein (maybe)

2026-06-21 10:24:14 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Today

Independence on the Grounds Celebration

The Adair Co Fair will present Independence on the Grounds Celebration Events staring at 3pmCT on Saturday, July 4, 2026, at the new Adair County Fairgrounds, 256 Industrial Park Rd., Columbia, KY.

Up to 10 teams of 4-6 will get the chance to compete for a $500 Grand Prize*, and there will be games for all ages, $5 train rides, multiple food trucks and more!

*Contact Charles Grimsley at 270-634-2253 or via Facebook Messenger to get on the approved and/or waiting list.

2026-06-21 10:07:27 | Comments | Printable version

Columbia 4th of July events

From Trey Stephens
City of Columbia | Assistant to the Mayor

Fourth of July weekend will kick off the celebration of America 250 with Columbia Nights from 5pmCT to 8pmCT, with Jack Fishback performing from 6pmCT to 7pmCT on the Public Square in Columbia.

On Saturday, July 4, 2026, the Columbia Cruise In & Car Show will be held in front of Priceless Columbia, and the Columbia Adair County Firework Show is planned for dusk (roughly 8:30pmCT) at Joe Johnson Little League Park. The best places for viewing of the fireworks will be in the vicinity of Jamestown Street between Russell Road and the Parkway.

2026-06-21 10:00:52 | Comments | Printable version

CACFD: Fire damages house on Joe R Barbee Road

From Grant Loy, Public Information Officer
Columbia Adair County Fire Department

The Columbia Adair County Fire Department was dispatched at approximately 5:48amCT on Friday morning, June 19, 2026, to 60 Joe R Barbee Road for a reported fully engulfed structure fire.

Upon arrival, firefighters found a single-story residential home with flames showing. Crews quickly initiated an aggressive interior attack and were able to contain the fire to the original structure. The residence sustained major damage as a result of the fire.

The cause of the fire remains unknown at this time. No injuries were reported. A total of 15 firefighters responded to the scene and remained on location for approximately two hours.

Agencies that assisted included the Adair County E911 Center, Adair County Ambulance Service, Columbia Police Department, Adair County Sheriff's Office, Columbia Gas Department, Kentucky Utilities, Kentucky Red Cross.

2026-06-21 09:53:31 | Comments | Printable version | See topic Police and Fire Reports

Video: Fossils in Kentucky


Learn about a few of the fossils that have been found in Kentucky in this video from the Adair County Public Library.

2026-06-21 09:51:38 | Comments | Printable version


Birthdays and Anniversaries for June 21
Happy Anniversary, Dennis & Debbie Selby | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Anniversary, Jerry and Denise Adamson | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Angel (Nikki) England (1979) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Ashley Ann Price | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Bobbie Jo Russell (1981) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Callie Morrison | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Emily Jo Baker-King (1995) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Heather Dashkiewicz (1978) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Joey Dale Bennett | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Lane Burkhardt (June 21, 2000) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Malakai Horton (2005) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Nicole Rickard (1979) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Roger McCarol (1966) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Sara Rowe | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Stephen L. Bishop (1982) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy Birthday, Timothy Griffen Hardwick (2009) | (Updates/Corrections)
Happy birthday, Tojo Phillips | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Walter Bennett, Adair Co., KY native (1934-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ernestine Kemp Lloyd, Adair County, KY (1943-2019) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Harvey Miracle Bartle Liberty, KY (1925) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Sharon Scott Carter, Celina, TN, formerly of Cumberland Co., KY (1957) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Dorothy Jean Cox, Campbellsville, KY (1934) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Zelma Davis Gardner, Green Co., KY (1923-2011) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Rebecca Jo (Becky) Ponder, Greensburg, KY, (1956) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bro. Raymond (Greasy) Simpson, Green Co., KY (1951) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Terry Harvey, 69, Cumberland Co. native (1943) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Betty (Boo) Overstreet, Casey Co., KY (1934) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ruth Payne Munson, Casey County, KY (1927) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Alvin Wayne Burton, 41, Indianapolis, IN, (1971) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Danny C. Allen, Cumberland Co., KY (1964-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Danny W. Clark, 55, Taylor Co., KY (1958-2013) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Roger Lawrence Thomas, Russell County, KY(1949-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Philip L. Snow, Russell Co., KY (1940-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Stephen Green, Bradfordsville, KY (1970-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bruce Roy Powell, Russell County, KY (1959-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, James (J.D.) Thompson. Taylor County, KY (1943-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Dorothy Harden Bryant, Taylor Co., KY (1941-2014) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mrs. Priscilla Marie Wheeler Appleby, 40 Burkesville, KY (1974-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Arnold Ray Meeks, Casey Co., KY (1963-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ruth Ann Williams, Breeding, KY (1936-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mary Hatter Duggins, Casey County, KY (1942-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Leisha Lynn Davis, 54, Taylor Co., KY, Green Co., KY native (1961-2015) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Wilba (Angie) Rafferty Davis, Louisville, KY (1926-2016) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Margie Withers Roy, 95, Russell Co, KY (1921-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Mary Patricia (Pat) Sullivan, Taylor Co./Adair Co. KY native (1937-2017) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, John David McKinley, 65, Taylor County, KY (1952-2018) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Alma Lou Wilkinson Haggard, Casey County, KY (1945) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Angela Brady, 56, Campbellsville, KY (1966-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Billy Joe McClister (1977) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Billy Wallace (Wally) Ellis, Jr., 45, Buffalo, KY (1977-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Bina Marcene Hoover Bean, 83, Columbia, KY native (1937-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Brenda (Akin) Luttrell, 75, Greensburg, KY (1947-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Elmer Ray Gabehart, 83, Campbellsville, KY (1937-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Esther Mae Goodin Watson, Columbia, KY (1930-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, John E. Nall, 81, Columbia, KY (1940-2021) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Linda Neagle Janes (1950-1983) | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Patty Keltner, 68, Adair Co., KY (1954-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, Ronnie Joe Byrd, 48, Adair Co., KY (1974-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)
In Memory Birthday, William Marvel, Sr., 90, Liberty, KY (1930-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections)

Events scheduled for Sunday, June 21, 2026
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6:00amCTFather's Day | (ID:70733, Comment)
5:00pmCTVBS at Old Concord Community Church | (ID:70739, Comment)

  

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