Despite being honored last Thursday with the Lifesaving Award by Kentucky Fish and Wildlife, Conservation Officer Sergeant Zack Carney maintains he was just “in the right place at the right …

At first glance, when you walk into the free stall area at the Western Kentucky University dairy unit, it appears that the herd of 50 Holsteins is just enjoying their afternoon total mixed ration and …

Every year, millions of students graduate high school. This year, however, one student holds the distinction of being the first student to attend every grade from primary to high school and graduate …

On June 11, 2024, Ava Froedge from Columbia was recognized as the district winner in the “AARP Kentucky Grandparent of the Year” essay contest. Ava is among thousands of Kentucky fifth …

LEXINGTON, KY (06/10/2024)-- More than 1,800 undergraduate students have qualified for the Spring 2024 College of Arts and Sciences Dean's List at the University of Kentucky. Students on the Dean's …

LEXINGTON, KY (06/07/2024)-- The University of Kentucky College of Arts and Sciences recognized more than 660 candidates for graduation during a commencement ceremony in May 2024 at Rupp Arena in …

Adair County High School incoming senior Solomon Stonebraker is Kentucky’s Class 2A outdoor track long jump champion, earning the state title Friday with a 22-11.50” jump. “It was a …

It has never been easier to have an adventure in Columbia than it is this summer. Each week this month, children have the opportunity to go on a different adventure with the aim to encourage them to …

Columbia is a small town today, compared in size to many, and was even smaller in the mid-19th century. Lewis Triplett was born in Russell County on April 5, 1822 to John Triplett and Martha …

Dads do a lot for their families, and Father’s Day is the perfect time to acknowledge those efforts. The days when dads would receive a colorful necktie for Father’s Day are largely (and, …

Each year in the middle of June, families honor the special men who help make the familial engine run. Father’s Day is celebrated on the third Sunday in June in the United States and Canada, …

LOUISVILLE, KY. (June 3, 2024) –  The Kentucky Governor’s School for the Arts (GSA) has announced its 2024 class list, marking the third year the program has been able to expand …

Congratulations to all seniors!

FRANKFORT, Ky. (May 24, 2024) –   Kentucky agriculture secured several key advancements during the 2024 Kentucky legislative session.   “The support our legislators …

It’s EMS week across the nation and Mayor Pam Hoots recognized EMS Week locally by signing a proclamation Tuesday. With Mayor Hoots are EMS Director Daryl Flatt and EMT Madelon Butler and …

Members of the Columbia-Adair County Chamber of Commerce gathered for their regular meeting last week, but they ventured beyond the chamber building to enjoy an event at the Trabue Russell House. …

Superintendent Jason Faulkner honored Trinity Carlson and Arraya Phelps for their qualification for the HOSA Nationals.

Banners were hung this week to honor veterans in our community. The service for dedication of the banners will be Thursday, May 23, at 9:30 a.m. at City Hall. The public is invited to attend. Ronnie …

MANCHESTER, NH (05/15/2024)-- Amber Arford of Columbia (42728) has been named to Southern New Hampshire University 's Winter 2024 Dean's List. The winter terms run from January to May. Full-time …

MANCHESTER, NH (05/15/2024)-- It is with great pleasure that Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) congratulates the following students on being named to the Winter 2024 President's List. The …

The FFA Creed I believe in the future of agriculture, with a faith born not of words but of deeds – achievements won by the present and past generations of agriculturists; in the promise …

Adair County High School baseball and softball honored their seniors during Tuesday night’s games. At one point in the day it was questionable if the games would happen due to rain, but the …