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Wesley Carter Hogan

CAVE CITY – Wesley Carter Hogan, age 89, peacefully departed this life on Friday, July 24, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. Born in Hart County on December 29, 1936, he was the son of the late Robert and Ruby Poynter Hogan. Wesley shared sixty-four wonderful years of marriage with the love of…

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Mary Jane Oakes

GLASGOW – Mary Jane Oakes, 64, was born and raised in Nokesville, Virginia, and stepped into Heaven on July 24, 2026. She was born January 19, 1962, to the late Veachel H. Emberton and the late Mary F. Hurst of Nokesville, Virginia. She was best known for her talent with gardening, quilting, and crocheting the…

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Gary Smith

GLASGOW – Gary Smith, 79, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, July 23, 2026, at his residence. He was a son of the late Sidney Richard Smith and Ester Mae Dinkelstiel Smith. He is survived by his loving partner and best friend of 26 years, Karen Nunn of Glasgow; his daughter, Kimberly Rosini…

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4-H members Win in State Contest

    Staff Report   Edmonson County 4-H participants competed against youth from all across Kentucky at the state 4-H Communications Contest recently in Lexington KY. Daphne Bolton won first place in the written communications category with her essay, “What 4-H means to me.” Molly Miller placed third in the songwriting category. Jesse Denham earned…

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Road Issues, Vehicle Requests Top Fiscal Court Agenda

    Staff Report   Edmonson County Fiscal Court held its regular meeting on July 13, 2026. All magistrates were in attendance. After the approval of bills and budget transfers the road report was given. Joe-Joe Montgomery  stated the second round of mowing in the county has stated. There are issues with the backhoe not…

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Top Dogs Take the Spotlight

    Story by Beverly Bonilla   The 2026 Green River Catfish Festival Dog Show was held on July 4, at the RAFT Pavilion at the Fairgrounds, bringing together families, visitors, and their beloved pets for an evening of friendly competition and community fun, even as the summer storm moved through the area. Despite the…

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Fiscal Court Backs Fire Truck Loan

    Lynn Bledsoe Jobe Reporter   Butler County Fiscal Court held its regular meeting on July 13, 2026. All magistrates were present. The 4th District fire department asked the Fiscal Court for permission of the Court to co-sign a loan of $63,000, for a 2001 International pumper truck. The department will pay a down…

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Stevie Joe Collins

GLASGOW – Stevie Joe Collins, age 65, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 23, 2026, at Glenview Health and Rehab in Glasgow, Kentucky. Stevie was born in Georgetown, Kentucky, on September 29, 1960, a son of the late Steven H. and Patsy (Gregory) Collins. He enjoyed fishing and hunting and loved his children and thought…

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Four local students represent Farmers RECC on Washington Youth Tour

Staff Report   Four high school students sponsored by Farmers RECC joined more than 100 Kentucky students on the 2026 Washington Youth Tour, a weeklong leadership program that gave participants the opportunity to explore the nation’s capital, meet elected officials and learn about American history and government. The local delegates were Corinne Keller and Jozie…

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Sindy Sue Devasher

GLASGOW – Sindy Sue Devasher, 66, passed away peacefully on July 19, 2026. Born on August 3, 1959, in Glasgow, Sindy’s life was a testament to kindness, laughter, and unwavering devotion to family. She graduated from Lindsey Wilson with a bachelor’s degree in business administration and art. Sindy applied her talents and dedication in her…

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