All smiles at graduation 2026-05-04 - Columbia, KY - Photo courtesy Lindsey Wilson University. Luis Patrick Groff-Hinojosa of Henderson, Nevada, who graduated with a bachelor of arts in mathematics, flashes a big smile after receiving his degree from Lindsey Wilson University President William T. Luckey Jr. Lindsey Wilson awarded 504 degrees to its spring class. The university's 123rd commencement celebration was held in three ceremonies, May 1-2, 2026, in Biggers Sports Center. Read More... | Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

L&T at Free Union was a success 2026-05-04 - Adair Co., KY - Photo courtesy Mike Watson. Scenes from the May 1, 2026, Lanterns & Tombstones tour of the Free Union Cemetery, Free Union Church, on Sano Road. Mike and Dave say, "The Lanterns & Tombstones Tour at Free Union Cemetery was a successful outing! It was a cool evening with a beautiful sunset. One of the nicest, best-kept country cemeteries in the county. Thanks to all who came out, our regular attendees and new faces. We will see you next time back in the Columbia Cemetery on June 5, 2026." Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

Pajama Day at Red Lick Church 2026-05-04 - Edmonton, KY - Photo by Bill Lagermann. Sunday, May 3, 2026, was "Wake Up With the Lord" and wear your pajamas to church day at Red Lick Church. It was one of several special services leading up to Homecoming on Sunday May 17, 2026. Read More... | Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

Deputies Durbin and Brockman honored 2026-05-03 - Columbia, KY - Photo by Vicky Pike of Miss Vicky's Pampered Angus Ranch. For "Actions Helping A Fellow Deputy" said the awards presented to Deputy Josh Durbin, left, and Deputy Josh Brockman, at right. Sheriff Gary Roy said they came to the aid of Deputy Emily Wall and a civilian to help them get to safety in the Monday, April 20, 2026 shooting tragedy. Vicky writes, "Thank goodness none of our first responders were hurt. These guys are like extended family to me. I'm so proud of you all. I don't think there was a dry eye in the room tonight." Read More... | Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

Deputy Sheriff Emily Wall honored for bravery 2026-05-03 - Columbia, KY - Photo by Linda Waggener, ColumbiaMagazine.com. Little Raelynn stood with her mom, Adair County Deputy Sheriff Emily Wall, as she was recognized for her bravery in the face of danger at the April Fiscal Court meeting. She was the first responder to take on fire from the shooter on April 20th. Her heroic acts saved the life of a civilian. Sheriff Gary Roy presented her award at the April Fiscal Court meeting. Read More... | Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

First responders honored at Fiscal Court meeting 2026-05-03 - Columbia, KY - Photo by Linda Waggener, ColumbiaMagazine.com. It was a good experience seeing all the honors and gratitude given to Adair County first responders at the April Fiscal Court meeting. Read More... | Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

Plow Day kicked off the spring season at HGR 2026-05-03 - Campbellsville, KY - Photo by Katelynn M. Molesky. Mules and horses at work at the Spring Plow Day Festival, which kicked off the spring season at Homeplace on Green River on Saturday, April 25, 2026. Read More... | Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

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