Adair County’s taxing districts will be able to increase their revenue even if they do not increase their rates after property values increased this past year by more than $83.64 million, the …
The Adair County Fair returns this weekend, bringing an array of events including a rodeo, carnival rides, and competitions. The fair gets underway Saturday with the Bullwhip Rodeo, giving visitors …
The Adair County Fiscal Court will meet in regular called session Tuesday, August 24, 2026 at 4:30pmCT in the basement of the Adair County Annex basement located at 424 Public Square, Columbia, …
The City of Columbia is planning a “Day Of Caring,” for Columbia and Adair County. The prior Day of Caring involved several organizations, churches, and individuals giving back to our …
When visitors step inside Kentucky’s newly renovated State Capitol a few years from now, they will be surrounded by more than the history and grandeur of the Commonwealth – they will also see the …
As children spend more time on smartphones, tablets, social media and online games, parents are being urged to pay attention to who their children are communicating with and what information they are …
Bridget Compton has filed as a write-in candidate to run for County Judge Executive in the November General Election. Compton, who as a write-in candidate is non-partisan, will be running against …
(Editor’s note: This is the first article in a series featuring Adair County’s Extension agents.) For nearly 30 years, Tony Rose has served as the Adair County 4-H agent, making an impact on the …
The Adair County High School girls’ golf team has built more than a winning tradition over the past five years – it has created a legacy of teamwork and lasting impact. Coached by Ashley Goodin …
Adair County Middle School to celebrate new facility with ribbon-cutting Adair County Middle School will officially open its doors with a ribbon-cutting ceremony Friday, Aug. 21. The …
Deputy Judge Executive Bridget Compton has filed as a write in to run for County Judge Executive in the November General Election. Compton, as a write in candidate is non-partisan, will …
The Adair County Transfer Station will be closed on Saturday, August 15, 2026 , due circumstances beyond our control. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this closure may cause and …
The Adair County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about a scam involving callers impersonating law enforcement officers and falsely claiming victims have outstanding warrants. The …
RUSSELL SPRINGS, Ky. – Jennifer Beagle knows human trafficking from experience. As a survivor of childhood sexual abuse, trafficking, addiction and homelessness, Beagle has spent the last 24 years …
Young professionals from across Appalachian Kentucky spent last week in Columbia as part of BRIGHT Kentucky, a leadership development program focused on economic development, ethical leadership and …
The Adair County school district has released a traffic plan outlining student pickup and drop-off routes at Adair County High School and the new Adair County Middle School as the district prepares …
Adair County FFA has been recognized among the best FFA chapters in the nation after earning a three-star rating in the National FFA Organization’s chapter rating contest, the highest rating …
Before the Lindsey Wilson University community officially welcomes the Class of 2030 to campus on Aug. 22, it will hold one more celebration of the Class of 2026. For the first time in school …
Adair County Schools has released a traffic plan outlining student pickup and drop-off routes at Adair County High School and the new Adair County Middle School as the district prepares for the start …
The Columbia City Council went into an executive session during its regular meeting Monday before taking action on two items that apparently resulted from the closed session. First, the council …
The Adair County school board has filed a grievance against board member Troy Grider with the Office of Attorney General that could lead to Grider’s removal from the board. The board held a special …
Kentucky State Police are investigating an alleged animal cruelty case that occurred in Breeding last week after more than 200 dogs were removed from a residence on Breeding Road in Metcalfe County, …
A community seminar focused on recognizing, preventing and responding to human trafficking will be held Friday from 9 to 11 a.m. at First Baptist Church in Russell Springs. The free event will …
August 4, 2026 Adair County Schools has amended its academic calendar, moving the first day of school for students to Monday, August 24, 2026. This decision was made after carefully …
Special Called Board Meeting July 30, 2026 05:00 PM Adair County Board of Education 1204 Greensburg Street Columbia, KY 42728 1. Call to Order 2. Approval of …