The 2026 Adair County Food Pantry Fundraiser featuring Joe Lynn Barbee’s loaded baked potato w/BBQ, will be held on Friday, Oct 2nd from 10:30amCT until we run out of food. The fundraiser will be held at 203 S. Monroe Street in Columbia with our famous chef, Joe Barbee! 

Meals are $10 each; donations welcomed. Pre-Orders are highly recommended by September 28th. Local delivery of 5 or more in Columbia only.

Swimming Lessons

The Caretakers Riding Club "Janice Holt Giles Benefit Ride" will be held on Saturday, Sept. 19th...

Homework help is available at the Russell County Public Library...

An Adair County Blood Drive will be held on Wednesday, September 16, 2026....

The Downtown Days Photography Contest is back in 2026! 

The photography contest is hosted by the Adair County Public Library's Genealogy & History Research Center, 307 Greensburg Street, Columbia, KY. 

Photographs should be taken in Columbia and Adair County, subject matter is up to the photographer. Entries must be printed in an 8 x 10 inch format—portrait or landscape. Both color and black & white are welcome. 

There are two categories: Amateur and Professional--please designate your category. 

Three photos by an entrant are the limit due to space for display. 

Entries must be turned in to the Research Center by 5pm on October 1st to be displayed. 

Each entry must have on the reverse side the printed name of the entrant, contact phone number, and category.

Photographs will be displayed at the Research Center during operating hours—9am-5pm each day, Monday through Friday, beginning Friday, October 2nd through Tuesday, October 13th. 

An independent judging team of three will select the first, second and third place winners.

Everyone is encouraged to come by and view all the entries. Each person may then vote for their favorite. This creates another winner—Public Favorite. 

Results of the contest will be announced before/between concert performances on the evening of Saturday, October 10th. 

For additional information contact the Research Center at: 270.380.1024 or adairgenealogy@gmail.com or come by during regular business hours [Monday-Friday, 9-5]

RCMS After School begins September 8th...

The membership picnic will be held on Monday, September 28th...

The Wounded Warriors Fishing Event will be held on Saturday, September 9th...
 

Run for JOY 2026 October 10th

*Recommended for CAIP Education Requirement*

Weather, volatile markets, and health events all pose threats to the family farm. Over the past year, we have witnessed many of our neighboring counties experience severe impacts from drought, flooding, and tornadoes. Farmers also face unpredictable markets and fluctuating input costs. In addition, the success of every family farm depends on the health and well-being of those who operate it. While we may not be able to predict or prevent every challenge, we can prepare our families and farms for the risks we know exist.

Join us for a one-hour overview and discussion on developing plans to help your farm navigate disasters, unfavorable market conditions, and unexpected health events. Having a plan in place can help your family farm endure whatever challenges arise and could make a difference in keeping the farm for future generations.

The program will be offered on the following dates at the Adair County Extension Office. Participants only need to attend one session.

• September 15th at 5:00 pm
• September 16th at 10:00 am
• September 18th at 12:00 noon?

The Ribbon Cutting of The Green at RCPL will be held on Friday, Sept. 18th, and the Grand Opening will be held on Saturday, Sept. 19th...

The Green River area team will kick-off the 2026 Operation Christmas Child shoebox campaign with a project leader workshop on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at the Ransdell Chapel at Campbellsville University, 401 Hoskins Drive, Campbellsville, KY.The workshop will take place from 5–7pmCT (or 6–8pmET). The Green River area team consists of Adair, Casey, Green, Hart, Metcalfe and Taylor counties. Everyone is invited to attend this event.

Come and hear the story about how Devan Rachae’s fabric-covered shoebox full of items interrupted the life of poverty he knew in Grenada at age 12. As one of four siblings with a single mother, Devon experienced God's love through the gift in a way that led him to accept Jesus Christ and become involved in children's ministry. As his church served their community, Devon became a household name on the island, paving the way for him to become the parliament's youngest senator at age

22. 

God later led him specifically to "seek first the kingdom of God" (Matthew 6:33) by giving up his government role, and today he serves as a pastor of two churches. Over the years, Devon has held several international roles with Operation Christmas Child, including his current role as Regional Coordinator for the Caribbean and Pacific Islands.

The City of Columbia will be having their "Fall Pick-it Up Day" on Thursday, September 10, 2026. 

The Skills USA Car Show will be held on Saturday, Sept. 25th...

The Russell County High School Class of 1966 Wii have 60th class reunion on Saturday, October 17, 2026 at 1:00pmCT at Pepe’s Mexican Restaurant in Jamestown, KY. For more information, call Robert Bell at 270-634-4468.

The benefit auction for McKenna will be held on Saturday, Sept. 12th...

Adair County has once again been awarded the HHW/E-SCRAP Grant!

As part of this grant, the Adair County Fiscal Court will be offering electronic waste disposal for the entire month of October, giving residents plenty of time to safely and responsibly dispose of unwanted electronics.

For more information, see the attached flyer or call the Adair Co. judge Executive's Office at 270-384-4703.

The Jeeps and Jokers Poker Run will be held on Saturday, September 19th...

The Russell County Chamber's 27th Annual Golf Scramble will be held Thursday, September 17, 2026 at Lakewood Country Club.

• Registration begins at 8:30amCT
• Announcements will be made at 9:15amCT
• Shotgun start will be at 9:30amCT
• Registration fee is $250.00 for a team of four. This includes one mulligan and skirt. The cart fee is NOT included in this fee. 
• Sponsorship fee is $150.00. This includes a yard sign.
• Lunch is NOT included in this fee, but will be offered through the Pro Shop at an additional charge. 

Contact the Chamber for more information, 270-866-4303.

Last year's inaugural Night Market was a huge success, and we were thrilled with the incredible support from our community. This year, we're planning to make it even bigger and better!

This free community event will feature:

• The Pumpkin Trail around the Pumpkin Track
• Live pumpkin voting
• Free face painting
• Pumpkin painting &
• Exciting new activities & surprises for the kiddos!

Vendor applications are being accepted. Two of the same kind of vendors will not be allowed, so get those applications in. If you're a local business, artisan, food vendor, or organization looking to be part of this growing community event, we'd love to have you join us!

Mark your calendars for Friday, October 23rd and stay tuned for more event announcements as we continue adding fun attractions and activities.

If you're interested in becoming a vendor, contact us today to reserve your spot!

The Caretakers Riding Club Janice Holt Giles Foundation Benefit Ride will be held on Saturday, September 19th...