Jimmy Rogers
GLASGOW – Jimmy Rogers 59, of Barren County, passed away Sunday, March 16, 2025. He was the son of the late Donald Rogers and Eudeller Smith Rogers. Jimmy loved his family, hunting, fishing, tinkering with motors, riding his grandsons around on the farm, and God. Jimmy is survived by his soul mate of 42 years,…
Read MoreRicky Joe Elmore
GLASGOW – Ricky Joe Elmore, 70, passed away Saturday, March 15, 2025, at the Shanti Niketan Hospice house surrounded by his family. He is the son of Mary Josephine Wilkerson Elmore and the late John E. Elmore. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife, Kathy Pickett Elmore; two sons, Jason Elmore…
Read MoreObituary – Charles Rodney Alford, 77, Morgantown passed away
Charles Rodney Alford, 77, Morgantown, peacefully passed away March 15, 2025. Born on April 5, 1947, to the late Earl and Juanita Hack Alford. He was a welder, retiring from Johnson Welding in Bowling Green. He is survived by his two sons, Charles R. Alford Jr. (Jessica) and Steven Earl Alford; his sister, Earline Nash…
Read MoreMary Elizabeth Young Coomer
EDMONTON – Mary Elizabeth Young Coomer, 74, passed away Thursday, March 13, 2025, at TJ Samson Hospital. She was born October 27, 1950, to the late Sam and Clara Young. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Albert Coomer; brother, Timmy Young; and two sisters, Sarah Jeffries and Ruby Tomblin. She is survived…
Read MorePatricia Ann Hammer
GLASGOW – Patricia Ann Hammer, age 78, formerly of Tompkinsville, passed away on Friday, March 14, 2025, at her home. Patricia was born on May 21, 1946, in Indianapolis, Indiana, the daughter of the late Vora Haskel and Hazel Pauline Cook Keen. She was united in marriage to Leon Hammer on July 7, 1961, Leon…
Read MoreLocal Veteran Named Double Hometown Hero
Lynn Bledsoe Gimlet Editor On February 11, 2025, Edmonson County resident Jack Hasty was named to Hughes and Coleman as a Hometown Hero. For the month of March, Jack will receive the distinction of Hometown Hero of the Month. This comes along with a $500 donation to a non-profit of his choice,…
Read MoreAlan Willard Darling
GLASGOW – Alan Willard Darling, a cherished husband, devoted father, loving grandfather, and esteemed brother, departed this life on March 11, 2025, at his residence, surrounded by family. Born on May 2, 1964, in Montrose, Pennsylvania, Alan brought joy and laughter to everyone he encountered throughout his remarkable journey. A proud veteran, he served honorably…
Read MoreCity Councilman Resigns; Trash issues discussed
Lynn Bledsoe Edmonson News Brownsville City Council held its regular meeting on March 3, 2025. All members were present except Justin Meredith, who was at work at BGFD. In the bills to be paid, Mayor Ricky Simon reported the recent gas leak. Mayor Simon also stated that while a small leak was detected…
Read MoreBears beaten, but unforgettable forever
By Greg Moore Banner Sports Editor Last year, the Butler County Bears did the unthinkable to many. And the “Why Not Us” team slogan fit solid for a group of young men who carried BCHS to its first KHSAA Sweet Sixteen berth in school history. Unfortunately, the “We > Me” slogan will…
Read MoreORCA Lady Warriors State Champions—Warriors fall in OT
By Greg Moore Banner Sports Editor Oak Ridge has been a basketball presence within the Kentucky Christian Athletic Association for many years. The Lady Warriors have been a dominance like no other school in the KCAA for the last several years. Once again, they achieved another State Championship, their third in four…
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