Jeffrey Sherman Frick
EDMONTON – Jeffrey Sherman Frick, 82, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, March 17, 2026. He was born July 16, 1943, in Palo Alto, CA, to the late Sherman and Jean Ellsworth Frick. Jeff’s early years were marked by a commitment to his country. Serving honorably in the US Navy from 1966 to…
Read MoreLeslie Lee Minor
CAVE CITY – Leslie Lee Minor, age 63, peacefully departed this life on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at his residence. The Barren County native was born on October 4, 1962, to the late George and Frances Ellen Minor. He was married to his loving wife, Betty Adwell Minor, who survives. Leslie worked as a mechanic…
Read MoreDella Louise Vaughn
GLASGOW – Della Louise Vaughn victoriously entered the gates of heaven on March 15, 2026, at the glorious age of 69 years. She was born on March 13, 1957, to the late Frank “Webb” Garrett and Anna “Luddy” Pennington Della was a retired nurse from TJ Samson Hospital, where she dedicated well over 25 years…
Read MoreNew Principal Named at Metcalfe County Elementary School
Torrie Osbon Communications Director Metcalfe County Schools is proud to announce that Paige Crowe will be the next principal of Metcalfe County Elementary School. “I am beyond excited for this opportunity,” Crowe said. “While I have cherished my last four years as the assistant principal at Metcalfe County High School, I am so looking…
Read MoreComer admits challenges surrounding the ongoing congressional investigation into Epstein
By Jeff Jobe Community Publisher In Part II of the JOBEnews interview series, Congressman James Comer discusses the challenges surrounding the ongoing congressional investigation into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Comer, who serves as chairman of the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, said the investigation has been difficult because many of the…
Read MoreRead Across America Week
By Torrie Osbon Director of Communications It is such an amazing thing to welcome community partners who helped the elementary student celebrate Read Across America Week by taking the time to read to them. A special thank you to Trooper Trent Tooley with the Kentucky State Police, Tareena Horton with Kentucky Farm Bureau, Kim…
Read MoreExcess Fees Returned to the County
By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News The Metcalfe County Fiscal Court held its regular meeting on Thursday, March 12th, with the following in attendance: Judge/Executive Larry Wilson, Magistrates Ronnie Miller, Daniel Bragg, Harvey Hawkins, and Kevin Crain, and Treasurer/Fiscal Court Clerk Page Edwards. County Attorney Sharon Howard was absent due to illness, and Attorney…
Read MoreJohn David Cornett
EDMONTON – John David Cornett, 90, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, March 11, 2026. Born on December 14, 1935, in Marion, VA, he was the son of the late John Cornett and Nellie South Cornett. Besides his parents, he was also preceded in death by his brother, Harold Cornett. Throughout his life,…
Read MoreHunter Witty
GLASGOW – Hunter Witty, a beloved son, brother, and friend, passed away at his home in Glasgow, Kentucky, on March 13, 2026. Born in Glasgow on September 26, 1997, Hunter was a vibrant soul whose presence brought joy and laughter to those fortunate enough to know him. Hunter was known for his fun-loving, free-spirited personality.…
Read MoreCarolyn Sue Duvall Carroll
GLASGOW – Carolyn Sue Duvall Carroll, 65, passed away Friday, March 13, 2026, at her residence. A native of Barren County, she was the daughter of the late Henry and Lucille Short Duvall. Sue was a retired Quality Inspector at Dart Container with 34 years of service. She loved working in her flower beds and…
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