A statewide problem 2019-08-28 - Irvington, KY - Photo by Tiffany Kessler. Thrown carelessly among the rocks between a set of train tracks sits a problem the majority of our Commonwealth is facing - intravenous drug addiction. Rarely are needles properly disposed of, and they serve as a hazard to individuals near by, particularly small children. Read More... | Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

Epicurean Kentuckian: Molcajete Tequila 2019-08-28 - Glasgow, KY - Photo by Amy. Molcajete Tequila from Azul Tequila in Glasgow. The dish is named for the stone bowl in which it's served. Wikipedia has more about molcajetes. Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

Wooly worms 2019-08-28 - Chance, KY - Photo by Susan Fitch. Susan writes, "Hopefully this is a good indicator of our winter to come. Taken this afternoon in the Chance area." Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

Sunset behind the Columbia Presbyterian Church 2019-08-28 - Columbia - Photo by Linda Waggener, ColumbiaMagazine.com. Plenty of clouds were around for the first of this week as shown in this sunset behind the Columbia Presbyterian Church Monday between the rains. The rest of the week looks great for sunshine and outdoor activities. Read More... | Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

Law enforcement family standing with retiring Sgt Gary Roy 2019-08-28 - Trinity UMC fellowship hall, Columbia, KY - Photo by Linda Waggener, ColumbiaMagazine.com. "This was a night to celebrate great friendships and great memories around the well deserved retirement of CPD Sergeant Gary Roy," said Columbia Mayor Pamela Hoots. The group of brothers and sisters pictured includes those in attendance who work in law enforcement in Adair and Russell Counties. Front row, from left: Officers Johnny Dial, Jamie Cole, Charles Greer, Kevin Atwood, Richard Butler, Columbia Police Chief Jason Cross, Russell County Sheriff Derek Polston, Gary Roy, Joe Michael and Tracy, and Drew Conn. In the back row from left: Officers Jr Murphy, Jordan Dean, Justin Cross, Evan Burton, Adam Cravens, former CPD Chief, former mayor and current Council member Mark Harris, Brad Scholl, John Harris, Anthony Darnell and Adair County Sheriff Josh Brockman. Read More... | Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

Gary Roy says thanks to family and fellow officers 2019-08-28 - Trinity UMC fellowship hall, Columbia, KY - Photo by Linda Waggener, ColumbiaMagazine.com. When it was time for Officer 502 Gary Roy to say his thank you's at his retirement dinner August 27, 2019, he looked first into his wife Lee Ann's eyes and spoke directly to her and their three children, Katie, Austin and Eli. He said he looked forward to being able to be home for birthdays and Christmas now, and he thanked them for allowing him to be who he is and for standing with him through his years in law enforcement. To be the one who is known to always keep everyone laughing, he took his first moments to share his deep gratitude for having met his life goals. He offered advice to young officers, thanked his fellow officers and city staff. And he thanked God for watching over him through his years of service to the Columbia City Police Department. Read More... | Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

New Patrol Car 2019-08-28 - Columbia, KY - Photo by Tiffany Kessler. Spotted on the square this morning - the first of four new Adair County Sheriff's Department vehicles. Current vehicles in use were in terrible condition and constantly needing repair work. Sheriff Josh Brockman was left using his personal truck for work. This fiscal year, the department was able to secure three cruisers and a truck with funds from the fiscal court and a federal USDA grant. Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

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