East Kentucky Senator Switches Political Parties
Senator Robin Webb has announced her decision to become a Republican. By Jeff Jobe, Community Publisher The Kentucky State Senate has gained another Republican. Senator Robin Webb will no longer be the Democrat from the community in which I grew up, Greenup. On Friday, May 30, she announced she would be changing her party…
Read MoreHonoring Class of 2025
By Jeff Jobe Community Publisher When I take a moment to think back on my own graduation many years ago, I remember so clearly the thrill of walking into the unknown. Graduating from high school places you just steps away from freedom and on the cusp of the next big adventure. Looking back, I…
Read MoreMammoth Cave National Park Annex Could be Good Business for Edmonson County
Lynn Bledsoe Managing Editor In reply to many questions about the recently proposed annex to Mammoth Cave National Park, The Edmonson News sat down with Edmonson Judge Executive Scott Lindsey to discuss the annexing of land in Edmonson County. Judge Lindsey was very forthcoming in his remarks about the subject. The 551.14…
Read MoreBarren River Area District Development host 10 Counties for Information Strategy
Lynn Bledsoe Edmonson News Barren River Area Development District (BRADD) held their Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) meeting with local officials and stakeholders on May 19, 2025. The purpose of the CEDS meeting is to include all 10 of the BRADD communities and share where they are, what they are doing, and…
Read MoreHorsepower and Hype: Morgantown Mayhem Draws a Crowd
Staff Report Morgantown roared to life on Saturday, May 17, as Firehouse Pizza hosted the 1st Annual “Morgantown Mayhem” Car Show. The event drew car enthusiasts from across the region around the courthouse to showcase everything from classic rides and custom builds to high-performance imports. The turnout…
Read MoreFaith, Fellowship, and Fun at Bibles, Bikes & BBQ
Staff Report The aroma of barbecue, the rumble of motorcycles, and the sound of fellowship filled the air at John Prine Park in Rochester on Saturday, May 17 as the community gathered for the annual Bibles, Bikes & BBQ event. Held in the heart of Muhlenberg County, the event brought together locals…
Read MoreJonell Ward Berry
LOUISVILLE – Jonell Ward Berry died Thursday, May 2025. Jonell is survived by three sisters-in-law, Ruby Davis, Barbara Ward, and Zelma Ward, all of Louisville; and many nieces and nephews. Jonell was preceded in death by her husband of 48 years, Wayne Berry; her parents, Henry and Roxie Ward; brothers, Donald Ward, Claudie Ward, Lewis…
Read MoreWilton Lucille Stewart
GLASGOW – Wilton Lucille Stewart, 88, died peacefully in her sleep on Thursday, May 22, 2025, at her daughter’s home in Mexico City. Born in Barren County on November 28, 1936, she was the eldest daughter of the late Roger Paul and Vivian Thomas Williams. Wilton Stewart was a Purchasing Agent of automotive parts and…
Read MoreCorinia Jean Gearlds
GLASGOW – Corinia Jean Gearlds, 87, formerly of Tompkinsville, KY, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, at TJ Samson Community Hospital. Corinia was born in Tompkinsville, KY, on April 7, 1938, a daughter of the late Martha (Abney) and Bedford Pruitt. On May 26, 1956, she married Eurie Edward Gearlds in Louisville, KY.…
Read MoreLarry Allen Morgan
EDMONTON – Larry Allen Morgan, 53, passed away Tuesday, May 27, 2025, at his residence. He was born on April 8, 1972, to Ronnie Ray and Ronnetta Morgan. He was preceded in death by his nephew, Joshua Alexander Bennett. He is survived by his wife, Lisa Burton Morgan of Edmonton; three children, Christopher Burton, Tiffany…
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