Plans continue to progress on the First Responder Recognition Program scheduled for Friday, April 18, 2025 at 1 p.m. in Columbia. The logo for the event has been released.
This year the following will be recognized:
Elizabeth True, former member of Breeding Fire Department (now member of Columbia/Adair County Fire Department)
Charles Esch, member Columbia/Adair County Fire Department
Jeremy McQueary, Captain, Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife
Megan Arnold, Louisville Metro Police Department
Tommy Kemp, Pyles Demolition and Recycling
Josh Brockman, (former) Sheriff of Adair County
The Adair County High School Band will be in attendance and performing; as well as the Cadet Corps from the Adair County High School.
Further information will be available as the plans progress.
For further information contact Brandon Dickey will TJ Health Columbia or Mayor Pamela Hoots. It is a collaboration between the City of Columbia and TJ Health Columbia.

(Mayor Pamela Hoots – City of Columbia)