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ACHS Principal's Honor Roll for 2025-2026 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 2025-2026 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. The Principal's Honor Roll lists 180 students who have earned a weighted GPA of 4.0 or greater during the 2025-2026 school year. Congratulations to these students for their academic achievements! ACHS 12th Grade Principal's Honor Roll
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ACHS Honor Roll for 2025-2026 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 2025-2026 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. The Honor Roll lists 136 students who have earned a weighted GPA between 3.50 and 3.99 during the 2025-2026 school year. Congratulations to these students for their academic achievements! ACHS 12th Grade Honor Roll
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Carol Perkins: Frog Legs Previous Column: Fat Free By Carol Perkins When the Friday lunch ladies go to a restaurant that serves frog legs, two of the girls leap out of their seats! "Don't you like them?" one friend asked when I turned up my nose. "I bet you've never tried them," I assured her. Every time my brother brought in a sack of frogs and prepared them (cut off their legs; I never looked), we had frog legs for supper. "All I remember," I said, "was the way they jumped in the skillet like they were being tortured. I considered eating one of them to be torture, too." My mother cooked whatever my brother killed because he was proud of his kill and wanted to be rewarded for his effort. That meant we ate squirrels, rabbits, frogs, and deer. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-06-05 16:19:36 | Comments | See topic Carol Perkins
CCRA to host Business Card Exchange on June 11 in Jamestown From Bill George The Children's Charity Riders Association will host their first ever business card exchange from 3pmCT until 4pmCT on Thursday, June 11, 2026, at the Giovanni's in Jamestown. Attendees will be able to meet with newly Elected Russell County Judge Executive Randy Marcum for questions and answers, plus exchange ideas and information with other local business owners. For more information, text Bill George at 954-654-1693 or email WHGJR69@aol.com. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-06-05 16:13:15 | Comments Events scheduled for today, June 5, 2026 All events are listed in Central Time. | Submit your upcoming event using our Contact Form.
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Words of Wisdom for June 5, 2026 For Day 156 of 2026. There are 209 days remaining in 2026. From Miss Donna Rieder "It's funny how finding yourself as an adult often leads to getting back to who you once were as a child, before the world got its hands on you." -Emily McDowell Farm-fresh, free-range eggs just $4/dozen. Call 270-805-1527 to schedule a pickup. Donna Rieder's Clifty Creek Farm is located at 3190 White Oak Church Rd, Russell Springs, KY (visitors by appointment only). You can reach Donna by email at cliftycreekkikos@aol.com, or on the Clifty Creek Farm Facebook page. There is no more text for this article. Posted on 2026-06-05 11:11:07
Spring Festival at historic Giles Cabin Saturday By Mig Feuser / The Adair Progress The Janice Holt Giles Society will host a Spring Festival Saturday, June 6, from 9amCT to 2 pmCT. at the historic Giles Cabin, located at 380 Spout Springs Road in Knifley. The event will feature arts, crafts, literature, food and local vendors in the scenic setting of one of Adair County's most significant historic and literary landmarks. Organizers said a number of vendors have already reserved spaces, including Eric Sanders with a food truck, Neat Creations, Darlene Franklin, Gerri Reynolds, Karen Eat, Lavina Pyles, McKinley Wolfe and others. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-06-05 11:33:09 | Comments | See topic Books 
VBS starts June 15 at Russell Heights Baptist From Janet Harmon Russell Heights Baptist Church will have Vacation Bible School from 6pmCT to 7:30pmCT nightly, June 15 through June 19, 2026. This year's theme is "Rainforest Falls: Exploring the Nature of God." Need a ride? Call 270-634-3173. Russell Heights Baptist Church is located at 19 Bramlett St, Columbia, KY. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-06-05 08:47:07 | Comments | See topic Church News 
Baseball: May Madness leads to June Sadness By Ryan Hoots Sports Director, UntdWeStnd.com Lexington, KY - For a program that has spent post-COVID establishing themselves into one of the SEC's most consistent post season teams, the ending of the 2026 season will sting for a long time. Not necessarily because Kentucky lost, but because of the opportunity that was right there for the taking. West Virginia wasn't some vastly superior team. Were they better? Sure. But the gap wasn't as wide as many believed. What slipped away? Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-06-05 08:42:33 | Comments | See topic Sports
KSP: Pursuit ends in arrest of Barren Co. woman From Trooper Jonathan Houk Tompkinsville, KY - Kentucky State Police (KSP) Post 15 Troopers arrested a Barren County woman on multiple charges after a vehicle pursuit. On June 3, 2026, just before 3pmCT, a KSP trooper attempted to perform a traffic stop on a 2016 GMC Terrain on KY 163 at the Metcalfe/Monroe County line for speeding. The vehicle did not stop when the trooper activated his emergency equipment, and a pursuit ensued. Another trooper, positioned ahead of the pursuit, deployed a tire deflation device on KY 163 in an attempt to stop the vehicle, which successfully hit a front tire. However, the pursuit continued on KY 163 until it reached the Tompkinsville city limits, where the trooper terminated the pursuit. The vehicle continued traveling recklessly and at a high rate of speed south on KY 163 (North Main Street), and the trooper lost sight of it. At that time, the Tompkinsville Police Department (TPD) was notified to observe for the vehicle. A short time later, TPD notified KSP that the vehicle had been involved in a collision at the intersection of KY 163 and Columbia Avenue near the Valero gas station. Troopers then responded to the area and launched an investigation into the collision. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-06-05 08:33:09 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports ACHS Class of 2026 coverage on Columbia Magazine: Class of 2026 Senior Profiles | Graduation Ceremony | Departmental and Achievement Awards Scholarships | LWU Scholarships | Military Awards | Summa Cum Laude | Magna Cum Laude | Cum Laude
Recovery help available for all dealing with addiction By Linda Waggener For individuals and families facing addiction, financial hardship, transportation challenges, or reentry into society after incarceration, local advocate Mary Bardin wants the community to know that help is available. Bardin serves as a local advocate resource representative for Redemption Road Recovery for Men and Hope City Recovery for Women, faith-based recovery programs headquartered in Barbourville, Kentucky. Her guiding message is simple: "Give us the opportunity to be the lock to your past and the key to your future." Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-06-04 23:36:23 | Comments
Dr. Robbie Fletcher at Metcalfe Elementary School Metcalfe County Elementary School welcomed Kentucky's Education Commissioner to lunch at its 21st Century summer camp Tuesday. Dr. Robbie Fletcher stopped by to check out the district's Summer Feeding Program and Summer Boost: Reading and Mathematics Program. While the more than 70 children enjoyed their pizza, Dr. Fletcher engaged them with a good book. "The best part of my job is being with kids," Fletcher said. "In Metcalfe County, the kids have been phenomenal. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-06-04 23:06:49 | Comments | See topic Education
Adair Co. Retired Teachers Association to meet June 9 By Mary Ann McQuaide The Adair County Retired Teacher Association will meet at 10amCT on Tuesday, June 9, 2026. The meeting will be held at the Adair County Chamber of Commerce Building, 201 Burkesville Street, Columbia, KY. If you are a new retiree- and there were several- please join us for retirement recognition. Our local AARP grandparent essay winner will be reading her written tribute to her grandparent. Sheriff Gary Roy will be speaking to our group about fraud prevention. Dues for the up-coming year may be paid and we will be collecting donations for school supplies as well as the food pantry. All retired teachers are encouraged to attend. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-06-04 07:43:21 | Comments 
VBS at Mt. Carmel Church starts June 15 From Jeana Pike Mt. Carmel Church would like to invite everyone to our VBS, 6pmCT to 8:30pmCT nightly on June 15-19, 2026. This year's theme is Rainforest Falls: Exploring the Nature of God... discovering who God is and how much He loves us! Come join the fun!! Mt. Carmel Church is located at 2472 Mt. Carmel Road, Columbia, KY. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-06-04 07:40:49 | Comments | See topic Church News
Johnathan Bond to be at Charity Baptist From Janet Biggs Charity Baptist Church welcomes Johnathan Bond to our Sunday Morning Service June 7, 2026 at 10:30amCT for a morning filled with testimonies and music. There will be no Sunday School. Everyone is welcome to worship with us. Charity Baptist Church is located at 4072 Holmes Bend Rd in Columbia. Phone 270-507-2659 or email us at charity.baptist.ky@gmail.com. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-06-03 23:28:41 | Comments | See topic Church News Birthdays and Anniversaries for June 5 Happy Anniversary, Anna D. and Donald R. Burton (1965) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Darlene and Ralph Foster (1965) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Anniversary, Jamie and John Shelley, (2012) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Betty Smith | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Beverly Lloyd Burton | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Bob Barnes | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Cameron Anna Yarberry (2007) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Chad Brown (1983) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Craig Steven Bennett | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Gary Tucker | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Joshua Ford (1990) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Larry Joe Smith | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Matthew Moss (1992) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Miriam Vanarsdale Gibson (1989) | (Updates/Corrections) Happy Birthday, Sondra Keltner | (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.
Class of 2026: Departmental and Achievement Awards Graduating Seniors in the Adair County High School Class of 2026 were honored for their achievements at an event in John Burr Memorial Gymnasium on Sunday, May 17, 2026. Assistant Principal's Awards were presented to Lucas Dotson and Jenna Claywell. Principal's Challenge Awards were presented to Taylor Kingsley and Remington Huckaby. Five students from the Class of 2026 were honored for their high scores on the ACT Test:
ACHS Class of 2026 coverage on Columbia Magazine: Class of 2026 Senior Profiles | Graduation Ceremony | Departmental and Achievement Awards Scholarships | LWU Scholarships | Military Awards | Summa Cum Laude | Magna Cum Laude | Cum Laude Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-06-03 14:40:20 | Comments | See topic Education
Adair Co. Grand Jury May 29 indictments On Friday, May 29, 2026, the Adair County Circuit Court Grand Jury met and handed down indictments against 8 individuals on charges including possession, flagrant nonsupport, reckless driving, disorderly conduct, public intoxication, wanton endangerment, promoting contraband, trafficking, DUI, flight, and numerous traffic violations. NOTE: Indictments are considered formal charges. An indictment is not a finding of guilt. An individual charged by indictment is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty at some later criminal proceeding. The indictments can be viewed here: 2026-06-Adair-Indictments-35-42-redacted (PDF, 8.6MB) Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-06-03 12:27:57 | Comments | See topic Police and Fire Reports
Letter: Noticing a pattern Billy Joe Fudge writes: As I have discussed with you guys numerous times, the late Columbia Magazine editor, Ed Waggener, labeled me a "Noticer"! In spite of myself, I could not help but notice the plethora of "...ita's", "...ina's" and "...ena's" employed at this esteemed institution!Comments re: Making the summer reading program fun Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-06-03 12:03:09 | Comments | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback
Final candidates have filed for Adair County offices Yesterday, June 2, 2026, was the final day for filing for offices in Adair County. Election official Miss Vicky Pike shares that you can copy this link and paste it into your browser to see all the details on the Adair County Clerk's webpage: adaircoclerkky.gov/?page_id=2292 . The non-partisan race for Columbia City Council has nine candidates vying for six seats. There is competition for District 1 School Board, and competition between one Republican and one Democrat in the race for County Judge Executive, and in Magisterial District 3. Other than those, many of the races are now decided. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-06-03 10:14:43 | 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 Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 6amCT to 8pmCT, and on Sunday from 8amCT to 3pmCT. Breakfast served anytime. Credit Cards accepted. Non-smoking. On the hot bar today, Friday, June 5, 2026: Fiesta Mexico of Columbia 819 Jamestown St., Columbia KY. 270-384-6004. Hrs.: 10:30amCT daily; Sun, 11amCT Authentic Mexican Restaurant Friday Special: Enchiladas Verdes, $8.50 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! Happy Hawg BBQ 114 Jamestown Street, Columbia, KY. 270-585-4671. Open from 10:30amCT to 5pmCT Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. Mastercard, Visa, and Discover accepted. Happy Hawg BBQ is open again on Jamestown Street with shoulder, brisket, chicken, smoked bologna, and ribeye steaks, plus burgers and hotdogs, cold cut sandwiches, fries, nachos, appetizers, homemade sides, ice cream cups, Italian Ice cups, and more!Randy Young, owner Acapulco Authentic Mexican Grill Columbia - Russell Springs - Nancy | Offering excellent, authentic Mexican food 7-days-a-week. Express specials five days a week, plus appetizers salads, soups, a children's menu and desserts! Try a dinner combination and choose from beef, pork, chicken, or seafood, or select a vegetarian combination anytime. Adair Senior Citizens Center 901 Hudson Street, Columbia, KY 42728. 8amCT to 2pmCT Monday through Friday. Phone 270-380-1899. JoAnn Smith, Director. Menu for Friday, June 5, 2026:
Lindsey Wilson finishes 2nd in final President's Cup standings The Mid-South Conference announced the final edition of the 2025-26 President's Cup standings on Friday morning, May 29, 2026, and Lindsey Wilson University -- behind a cumulative total of 132.5 points -- earned its third consecutive runner-up finish with a point and a half improvement from its 2024-25 final score. The Blue Raiders' women's sports accumulated 66.5 points as softball, women's tennis and women's wrestling provided 10 points, apiece. Women's soccer contributed 9.5 points as regular season co-champions, while women's swimming and women's indoor track and field each chipped in nine points. Women's outdoor track and field and volleyball both placed second in their respective standings to share the last nine points that make up the women's total. Lindsey Wilson's men's sports amassed 66 points, led by regular season champions football, men's golf, and men's tennis -- each giving 10 points. Men's swimming and both indoor and outdoor track and field provided nine points, each. Lastly, archery was counted toward the men's total, earning nine points. Article continues... click here to read the whole article, or to share, print, or bookmark it. 2026-06-03 10:14:20 | Comments | See topic Sports
Painful gooseberry surprise By Veronica Arnold I found this guy while looking through my gooseberry bush for a morning snack. I didn't immediately squish him until I knew what he was. It appears to have long hairs, and I know from painful experiences not to touch those kinds of caterpillars! I also noticed what appears to be eggs on his back, as if it had been incubated by a parasitic wasp. Using those clues I believe it to be a Tussock Moth caterpillar. Google aggrees with me. Be on the lookout for long haired caterpillars such as the saddleback caterpillar and others... Most caterpillars are not horrible (unless they are eating your garden)! But we can look for warning signs to protect us from painful interactions with nature. Make sure you teach your children to use caution, look for identifying markers, ask questions, and use tools when handling creatures! Note: Click headline for photos of the caterpillar. Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-06-03 10:06:58 | Comments | See topic Farm and Garden
Letter: Donna Rieder family memories Carol Roberts writes: So enjoyed the article about your family in Michigan. Reminds me of my own family history growing up in south Florida a few miles from the Everglades in the 1950s.Comments re: Tales from the UP: King, the Malamute Click here to share, print, or bookmark this article. 2026-06-03 09:27:11 | Comments | See topic Letters and Reader Feedback Last 10 Posted Obituaries:
Remembrances for June 5 In Memory Birthday, Barbara Ann Morrison Arms, Cumberland Co, KY (1951-2019) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Charles McKinley Streeval, 75, Adair Co., KY | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Billy Harden Taylor County, KY (1940) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Eugene (Shorty) LaFavers, Russell Co., KY (1930) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Johnie Parson, Adair County, KY (1939) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Kevin Rhodes, Taylor Co., KY (1978) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Lile Mitchell Smith, Adair County, KY (1920) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Marvin R. (Chick) Antle, Jamestown, KY (1921) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Evelyn (Keith) Coleman Tucson, AZ (1934-2013) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, David Keltner, 54, Adair Co., KY (d. April 3, 2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Jacob Cappel, 22, Dunnville, KY (1992-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Hilda Sublett, Taylor County, KY (1936-2014) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Gertrude Browning, Adair County, KY (d. 17 Apr 2015) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bobby Wayne Merritt, Taylor Co., KY (1947-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Frank H. Alexander, Knifley, Adair Co., KY (1936-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Opal Bernard, 83, Dunnville, KY (1933-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Alex F. Young, Taylor County, KY (1949-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Marshall Phelps, 49, Casey County, KY (1967-2016) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Virginia Ann Smith, 57, Adair Co., KY/Barren native (1959-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Edna Hadley, 90, Adair County, KY (1926-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mr. Robert Allan Hawkins, Adair County, KY (1983-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Bonnie Lou Lowe Curry, 68, Green County, KY (1949-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Duel (Dee Dee) Wilson, 87, Russell County, KY (1930-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Gladys Marie Emerson, Casey Co., KY (1921-2017) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Andy Withers, 60, Adair County, KY (1959-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Anita Denson Keltner, 94, Columbia, KY (1928-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Anna Ruth Barnett, 80, Adair Co., KY native (1945-2025) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Carl (Possum) Harris, 45, Campbellsville, KY (1976-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Euen C. Pike, 83, Columbia, KY (1940-2023) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Glenn Clayton Vance, 62, Taylor County, KY (1956-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Malinda Burden Tucker (1863-1931) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mark Pike, 59, Campbellsville, KY (1962-2022) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In memory birthday, Marlow Campbell (2009) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Lee "Mollie" Reeder Watson (1886) | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Mary Ruth Burns, 78, Burkesville, KY (1942-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Michael A. Smith, 64, Columbia, KY (1960-2024) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Michael Peter (Mike) Irby, 79, Burkesville, KY (1937-2017) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Vernon A. Tucker, 63, Russell Springs, KY (1957-2020) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In Memory Birthday, Virginia Lee Salyers Williams, 92, Casey County, KY (1927-2019) Obituary | (Updates/Corrections) In memory Birthdayl, Ruby Roberts | (Updates/Corrections) In Memoy Birthday, Martha Chapman Kinnett (1906-1983) | (Updates/Corrections) |
 
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