Confederate Raids Marker - Back side, repainted 2018-05-02 - Adair County Historic Courthouse, 500 Public Square, Columbia, KY - Photo by Linda Waggener, ColumbiaMagazine.com. It won't be seen by as many people, likely, but it's worth a walk to the little lawn on the Burkesville Street face of the Adair County Historic Courthouse to study the map of Confederate Raids and Invasions in Columbia, KY. The sign was unveiled today, with the restoration artist, Ed Vincent, present for the occasion. - EW Read More... | Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

(Ad) Joey White for re-election - Adair County Regional Jailer 2018-05-02 - Columbia, KY - Photo Campaign photo from candidate. Joey White Adair County Jailer Resume Integrity - Service - Dedication Objective Since becoming your Jailer in 2015, I have worked hard to save taxpayer dollars and move the jail in the right direction. I care about our county and hope that through my service I can make a difference in people's lives. I am asking for your support that, along with my team, we can continue to do what is best for OUR County. I am asking for your vote on May 22nd. Job Experience Preparation and management of a 1.6-million-dollar budget. Provide weekly reports to the Department of Corrections on each person incarcerated. Report monthly finances to the fiscal court and assure that finances remain in compliance for state audits. Stay in compliance with all Department of Corrections standards and jail inspections. Ensure safety of staff and those incarcerated. Oversee the training and development of jail personnel to meet standards set by the Department of Corrections. Responsible for employee relations;including recruiting, hiring, and training new employees. Compliance of jail policies and procedures and writing of procedures. Perform maintenance on buildings and equipment. Provide medical care for all persons incarcerated. Organize work release programs. Provide jail ministry, GED, celebrate recovery and life skills programs. Communicate effectively with those incarcerated as well as members of the community. Public speaking events for schools and other community organizations. Training 150 hours of Department of Corrections Training Accomplishments $270,000 under budget within first two years in office. Given $120,000 back to county. Proposed to fiscal court that my staff receive pay raises, which was passed. Affiliations Kentucky Jailer's Association Board of Directors Paid for by Joey White Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

King family at LWC Annual ISP host family dinner 2018-05-02 - Roberta D. Cranmer Dining Center, 430 Helen Flatt Drive, Columbia, KY - Photo from Sabine Eastham, Director, LWC International Studies Program. King Host Family picture: From Left: Javier Raya, Colt King, Andres Riquelme; Right: Steve, Dana, and Cooper Colt. - Kassie Little Read More... | Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

Barnes family at LWC Annual ISP host family dinner 2018-05-02 - Roberta D. Cranmer Dining Center, 430 Helen Flatt Drive, Columbia, KY - Photo from Sabine Eastham, Director, LWC International Studies Program. Barnes Family picture From left: Sara Barnes, Russell Springs, KY; Gintarre Mackeviciutes, Jonava- Lithuania; Bonnie Barnes, Russell Springs; Jonathan Barnes, Russell Springs; Yui Suzuki, Aichi- Japan; and Lane Barnes, Russell Springs, KY. - Kassie Little Read More... | Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

Confederate Raids Historical Marker restored, unveiled 2018-05-02 - Burkesville Street face lawn, Historic Adair County Courthouse, 500 Public Square, Columbia, KY - Photo by Adam Capps, Adair County Community Voice award winning journalist (with CM camera) . Adair County Historical Association (AHA) members Jane Grant, President Ellen Zornes; Deputy CJE Andrea Waggener; Ed Vincent, member AHA, Columbia-Rotary Club, Columbia Christian Church Band of Brothers, and resident of Greensburg, KY; Linda Waggener; Chamber President Pam Hoots, and Mr. Richard Phelps, took part in the unveiling of the Historical Marker meticulously restored by Ed Vincent, who also provided elan and sparkling apple cider for the unveiling event after the marker was restored. Photo 2 May 2018, just after 10amCT. A good time was had by all. - EW Read More... | Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

Out-of-control fire totally destroys Wheet Road Outbuilding 2018-05-02 - Wheet Road, Columbia, KY - Photo by Donald Hare, Public Information Officer, Adair County Fire Department, Columbia, KY. Firefighters from the Adair County Fire Department were able to extinguish a blaze on property owned by Brenda Popplewell which had engulfed the outbuilding upper left, and to contain a grass fire, but the outbuilding was a total loss. The fire is believed to have been the result of a trash burn which got out of control. Eleven firemen were on the scene for approximately one hour Tuesday afternoon, May 1, 2018. - - Donald Hare Read More... | Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

Adair Co. firefighters brave dense smoke to control fire 2018-05-02 - Wheet Road, Columbia, KY - Photo by Donald Hare, Public Information Officer, Adair County Fire Department, Columbia, KY. Firefighters braved dense smoke to extinguish a blaze on property owned by Brenda Popplewell which had engulfed the outbuilding upper left. The fire is believed to have been the result of a trash burn which got out of control. Eleven firemen were on the scene for approximately one hour Tuesday afternoon, May 1, 2018. - - Donald Hare Read More... | Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

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