Munfordville Children’s Business Fair set for April 26
Mary Beth Sallee Editor Hart Co. News-Herald The first-ever Munfordville Children’s Business Fair is set for Saturday, April 26, from 9 a.m. until 12 p.m. at Munfordville First United Methodist Church. This event, which was introduced by Darcy Howell, allows for local young entrepreneurs to experience the excitement of real-world business. This fun-filled fair…
Read MoreTimes change, but heritage remains
The legacy of Green River Hill Grocery continues Mary Beth Sallee Editor Hart Co. News-Herald Green River Hill Grocery is located on 31E near Rio Bridge, about halfway between the small towns of Canmer and Linwood. Since being built in 1951 by Shell and Emma Childress, the store’s ownership has passed between many hands, including…
Read MoreDonald Richard Payne
GLASGOW – Donald Richard Payne, born on March 27, 1934, left this world on April 17, 2025, at NHC Healthcare in Glasgow, Kentucky. He was a cherished individual who made a significant impact on the lives of those around him and will be deeply missed by his family and friends. A member of the Old…
Read MoreJudy Carol Morris
GLASGOW – Judy Carol Morris, 77, passed away Thursday, April 17, 2025, at Shanti Niketan Hospice Home in Glasgow, Kentucky. Judy was born in Columbia, Kentucky, on October 29, 1947, to the late Joe Combest and the late Sarah Bryant Combest. After over 10 years of working as an operator/traffic clerk at General Telephone, she…
Read MoreNorma Kristine Davis
GLASGOW – Norma Kristine Davis, 57, passed away Saturday, April 19, 2025, at her residence. A native of Barren County, she was a homemaker and loved watching the hummingbirds. Survivors include her mother, Sandy Walker; three children, Jeremiah Chapman, Jessica Chapman, and Bryan Chapman (Jasmine); four grandchildren, Hunter Chapman, Braydon Basham, Keegan Chapman, and Karson…
Read MoreRobert Lee Jolly
GLASGOW – Robert Lee Jolly, age 77, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 19, 2025, surrounded by his family. A native of Barren County, He was born on April 29, 1947, to the late Fred Jackson and Luvinnia Oliver Jolly. He was saved as a young man and was a member of Union #2 Baptist…
Read MoreSenator McConnell Visits Region
By Allyson Dix, Managing Editor/Barren County Progress Senator Mitch McConnell paid a visit to Glasgow on April 17 to deliver remarks at a Glasgow-Barren County Rotary Club meeting where he spoke on various topics including his most important career decision as well as current issues such as tariffs and America’s biggest threat. McConnell, who…
Read MoreCharles Ann Beck
TOMPKINSVILLE – Charles Ann Beck, 74, passed away Wednesday, April 16, 2025, at Monroe County Medical Center. A native of Barren County, she was the daughter of the late Charlie and Birdie Matthews Wisdom. She was a homemaker who enjoyed reading, sewing, and cooking. She was a member of the Indian Creek Baptist Church. Survivors…
Read More3rd Annual Spring into Health and Wellness is a Success
Lynn Bledsoe Gimlet Managing Editor April 10, 2025. The Edmonson County Senior Pantry held its 3rd annual Spring into Health and Wellness event. Over 22 vendors were on site to provide information and free giveaways to residents who attended. In all, there were around 200 people who came out to take advantage…
Read MoreFlood of 2025 – Round 2
Lynn Bledsoe Gimlet Managing Editor In February 2025 Edmonson County and much of the surrounding area experienced a rare flood event. Thinking this would be the worst we would see for a long-time residents took drives to see the floods and everyone exclaimed, ” Wow, I don’t think I’ve seen water this…
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