Butterfly: Eastern Tiger Swallowtail 2025-06-11 - Central Kentucky - Photo by Pen. The onslaught of cicadas has affected more than just people this year. I've seen tons of birds snacking on them, but the butterflies seem to have been landing closer to people more often, maybe just because all the usual available perches have been so full of Brood XIV. Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

Jennifer Bersaglia named LWC Director of Choral Activities 2025-06-10 - Columbia, KY - Photo courtesy Lindsey Wilson College. Jennifer Bersaglia has been named director of choral activities at Lindsey Wilson College, which will become Lindsey Wilson University on July 1, 2025. The Somerset, Kentucky, resident comes to Lindsey Wilson with an impressive resume of musical expertise and experiences, including more than two decades of teaching music. Read More... | Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

Travel: Valley of Fire State Park, bonus photo 2025-06-10 - Moapa Valley, NV - Photo by Robert Ellis, robertelliswoodworking.com. Robert writes, "This area of the Park is where Star Trek filmed part of an episode. In the center of the photo some desert Bighorn Sheep are resting comfortably." Note: You can look back through all the photos posted to CM from Robert's latest trip to Utah by clicking 'Read More'. Read More... | Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

Scenic Metcalfe County, KY - on Lone Star Ridge 2025-06-10 - Metcalfe County, KY - Photo by Linda Waggener, ColumbiaMagazine.com. You can't climb up the fire tower on Lone Star Ridge any more but it was once a very important perch to help keep the rolling hills safe. It was also a great visitor attraction, especially among high school kids. Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

Marque' Hicks at ACHS graduate walk 2025-06-10 - Columbia, KY - Photo by Linda Waggener, ColumbiaMagazine.com. Marque' Hicks, Adair County High School Class of 2025 Magna Cum Laude graduate, is pictured in a fun moment holding up her little yellow duck during graduation exercises. With so many family and friend activities around commencement ceremonies it may be time to reflect and go back through all the honors. Click here to visit ACHS 2025 graduation news and pictures. Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

Epicurean Kentuckian: Blackberry Chia Pudding 2025-06-09 - Downtown Columbia, KY . Blackberry Chia Pudding incorporates the nutrition of blackberries into a dish that is low-calorie, high-fiber, and packed with antioxidants, aligning with dietary goals like weight management, blood sugar control, and heart health. Read More... | Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

Wood N Bloom holds grand opening 2025-06-09 - Columbia, KY - Photo by Linda Waggener, ColumbiaMagazine.com. Friday the Chamber of Commerce blue ribbon was cut opening up yet another new Columbia business - Wood N Bloom - in the center behind Taco Bell. Owner Kim Karnes, holding the big scissors, said, "Thank you to everyone for making the ribbon cutting and grand opening such a success!" From left at the event are: Mayor Pam Hoots, Bobby Bowe, Sheila Taylor, Melanie McGowan, Fred Taylor, Allayna McGowan, Alleesha McGowan, Meghan McGowan, Loy Coomer, Katie Everidge holding Zynlee Everidge, Zoey Everidge, Zayden Everidge, Jeff Karnes, Kim Karnes, Connie Karnes, Rita Coomer, Ronnie Karnes holding Holland Karnes, Audrey Karnes, Beth Owens, Sarah Jessie, and Ellen Zornes. Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

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