Life in the Holler: A moment to capture, hang on the wall 2014-06-05 - The Holler, Old Clearsprings Road, Ozark, KY - Photo by Shamarie Claiborne. Every moment is worth living: I think I may hang it on the wall . . . every moment in life is worth living and remembering. Even the small ones . . . - SHAMARIE CLAIBORNE Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

CM Photo Used with Columbia, 10th Safest KY City designation 2014-06-05 - Jamestown Street, Columbia, KY - Photo CM photo by Pen Waggener; Graphics Safewise.com. Safewise.com used this CM photo by Pen Waggener with the listing of Columbia as the 10th safest city in Kentucky. The Safewise.com citation reads, in part:"With a reputation as the Gem of Kentucky, Columbia exudes a college town atmosphere (Lindsey Wilson College) nestled in vibrant rural surroundings including the area's picturesque lakes. The city offers everything you could want in a small community, from friendly, tight-knit neighborhoods and a low crime rate (no murders or arsons reported in 2012) to family events such as Renaissance Columbia 'Downtown Days,' Mark Twain Marching Band Festival, the 4th of July Celebration, and the Adair County Fair. For those who like to get involved in their community, Columbia offers a number of local organizations, such as the Chamber of Commerce, Rotary Club, Jaycees, Columbia Choral Society, Columbia Woman's Club, and many more. Source: http://www.safewise.com/blog/50-safest-cities-kentucky. Thanks to Doug Beard and others for sending the link. Read More... | Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

At Brush Creek Bridge Opening 2014-06-05 - Frank Dohoney RD, District 4, Adair Co., KY - Photo by Ed Waggener. At Newest Adair County Bridge - From left Jobe Darnell, County Road Supervisor; Dan Antle, grandson of Frank Dohoney, for whom the road was named; Adair County Judge Executive Ann Melton, there to see the 19th Adair County Bridge built in her administration; and District 4 Magistrate Perry Reeder. The photo was taken at Wednesday afternoon, June 4, 2014. Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

New Brush Creek Bridge is open 2014-06-05 - Frank Dohonoey RD, District 4, Adair Co., KY - Photo by Ed Waggener. Frank Dohoney Road has a graceful approach to the new Brush Fork Bridge, and makes a soft turn toward KY 61 South on the far side. The bridge is the 19th new bridge opened in the administration of Judge Ann Melton. The bridge was built with emergency funds to assure safe crossing of the creek by EMS ambulances. Before the bridge was built, Brush Fork frequently flood the dry bridge which is now replaced. The bridge location is just a few hundred yards from the confluence of Brush Creek and Petty's Fork. Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

ACHS students win $1,000 for public service video 2014-06-05 - ACHS, 526 Indian Drive, Columbia KY - Photo from Bluegrass Cellular. Ceremonial check presentation. From left Sarah Strader of Bluegrass Cellular; Adair County High School students Timothy Watson, Alan Godsey; ACHS Assistant Principal Travis Gay; Eli Jackson, and Adair County High School Principal Troy Young. Student Tyler McKinney was not present for the presentation. The students won the $1,000 prize with their top-scoring public service announcement, "Bryan's Party," in Bluegrass Cellular's "Drive now.textL8R" contest. Read More... | Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

Old Fashioned Hollyhocks in bloom by Burton Tin Shop 2014-06-04 - Jefferson Alley at S Reed Street, Columbia, KY - Photo CM Staff. A bumble bee with landing gear down prepares to dine in at one of the beautiful old-fashioned hollyhocks located behind Burton Tin Shop in downtown Columbia, KY. The photo was taken on Wednesday, June 4, 2014, when ever spire was covered in blossoms. - EW Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

Natalie Bertram is 2014 Salutatorian 2014-06-04 - Columbia, KY - Photo courtesy ACHS. Natalie Sue Bertram is the 18 year old daughter of Irvin and Teresa Bertram. Her four-year GPA is 4.286 on a weighted 4.0 scale. During high school her involvement has included 4-H Teen Leadership, Beta, FBLA, FCA, Girls Basketball, NHS, Pep Club, SADD/Champions, Science Club, Softball, STLP, Volleyball, and Student Ambassadors. Honors and awards received during high school include 2013 Governor's Scholar, 2013 All District Softball Team and numerous other softball awards, numerous Volleyball awards, Miss Senior, Freshman Class, Sophomore Class President, and Junior Class President. Read More... | Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

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