Antonio Owens & Mia Robles with Build a Book finished books 2016-04-16 - ACPC, 158 Col. Casey Drive, Columbia, KY - Photo by Paula Garrison. Adair County Primary Center students and siblings Antonio Owens and Mia Robles hold their books completed at the Thursday, April 14, 2016 Build a Book Activity. Students created their own special book that their family will always treasure. - Paula Garrison, Family Resource Center Coordinator, Adair County Primary Center, 158 Col. Casey Drive, Columbia, KY Read More... | Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

Josie Blair and mother Jennifer Blair at Build a Book 14 Apr 2016 2016-04-16 - Adair County Primary Center, 158 Col. Casey Drive, Columbia, KY - Photo by Paula Garrision. Student Josie Blair and her mother Jennifer Blair took part in Build a Book Parent Involvement Activity held on Thursday night, April 14, 2016, at Adair County Primary Center. Students created their own special book that their family will always treasure. - Paula Garrison, Family Resource Center Coordinator, Adair County Primary Center, 158 Col. Casey Drive, Columbia, KY Read More... | Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

Lee Ann Jessee is Outstanding Volunteer of the Year 2016-04-15 - Roberta Cranmer Dining Center, 430 Helen Flatt Drive, Columbia, KY - Photo by Linda Waggener . Lee Ann Jessee, center, is the 2016 Columbia/Adair County Chamber of Commerce Volunteer of the year. She was introduced by Ellen Zornes, second from right, presenting the award. A special surprise bouquet was presented to Lee Ann by her nephew Will Reynolds, at left, and her youngest niece, Bailey Reynolds, second from left. At right is Sue Stivers, Columbia/Adair County Chamber of Commerce Executive Director, presenting the Certificates of Achievement each award winner received from KY State Sen. Max Wise and State Rep. John "Bam" Carney. Ellen Zornes introduced Lee Ann saying, "She doesn't volunteer for money nor awards, she volunteers because she believes in what she's doing toward making the community and the world a better place. She is a graduate of ACHS and Western Kentucky University. She serves on several boards, serves her church by driving the van, writes grants and has won many for the library and for community projects. She serves on the joy ministries board and contributes many hours helping people in need." Read More... | Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

Debbie Martin, ARNP, is Outstanding Health Advocate 2016-04-15 - Roberta Cranmer Dining Center, 430 Helen Flatt Drive, Columbia, KY - Photo by Linda Waggener . Debbie Martin, ARNP at Dr. Giles' office, left, is the 2016 Columbia/Adair County Chamber of Commerce Health Advocate of the year. She was introduced by Dr. Chuck Giles, presenting the award. With them are Ellen Zornes, President of the Chamber; and Sue Stivers, Executive Director. In his introduction Dr. Charles Giles said Debbie Martin is someone he has known for 27 years, first as a nurse at Westlake regional Hospital, then as a nurse practitioner student who worked in his office, then as a colleague at Westlake Primary Care to today as a colleague in his private practice. He said, "she is a thoughtful, deeply caring, very intelligent nurse practitioner, one of the best I've ever worked with. She earned a 4.0 gpa and was in the top four percent in the nation while working full time, raising Three small children and being a loving wife." Read More... | Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

FABCO, Anthony Janes CEO, is Outstanding Industry 2016-04-15 - Roberta D. Cranmer Dining Center, 430 Helen Flatt Drive, Columbia, KY - Photo by Linda Waggener. FABCO, whose owner, founder, and CEO is Anthony Janes, is the 2016 Columbia/Adair County Chamber of Commerce Business/Industry of the year. He was introduced by his daughter Brittany Janes, beside him. Brittany shared her pride in her father's accomplishments. She said in her introduction, "this winner began his welding career early. After becoming a proficient welder he had aspirations of starting his own welding business. He took a leap of faith in 1997 when he started, and the business quickly became a multifaceted success. Today the business offers many services, both individual and commercial, in the tristate area." With them at right are Ellen Zornes, President of the Columbia/Adair County Chamber of Commerce, and Sue Stivers, Executive Director. Read More... | Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

Jan Royse is 2016 C/AC Chamber Employee of the Year 2016-04-15 - Roberta D. Cranmer Dining Center, 430 Helen Flatt Drive, Columbia, KY - Photo by Linda Waggener, CM photo. Jan Royse is the 2016 Columbia/Adair County Chamber of Commerce Employee of the year. She was introduced by Mike Harris, presenting the plaque, President of Shoreline Communications. In Mike's introduction he said, this award winner has known Laura and I for a long time, our friend, our business partner, then our employee, business partner again and now employee again. She is someone who gets the job done and works all the hours necessary. She is smart, funny, a great employee, mother, grandmother and our friend." At right are Ellen Zornes, President of the Columbia/Adair County Chamber of Commerce; and Sue Stivers, Executive Director. Read More... | Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

Kim Downs is 2016 Chamber Educator of the Year 2016-04-15 - Roberta D. Cranmer Dining Center, 430 Helen Flatt Drive, Columbia, KY - Photo by Linda Waggener, CM photo. Kim Downs, seated, is the 2016 Columbia/Adair County Chamber of Commerce Educator of the year. She was introduced by Pam Phipps, left, and Sarah Burton, center. At right are Chamber President Ellen Zornes and Chamber Executive Director Sue Stivers. In the introduction Sarah said, "there are good teachers and great teachers and this year's recipient is a great teacher -- one who cares about the whole child, not just test scores. She has exceeded expectations for 20 years. If a child needs a coat, shoes or a backpack, she gives it. If they need love, smiles and words of encouragement, she gives them. We are blessed to call her our partner, mentor and friend. With great love, respect and admiration we present this award to Ms. Kim Downs." Read More... | Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

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