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Cynthia Swisher

GLASGOW – Cynthia Boles Swisher, 63, passed away peacefully on March 10, 2026, at her residence. She was the daughter of the late William Thomas Boles. She was a veteran of the United States Air Force and a nurse for several years before her health declined. Her passion in life was her family, country, and…

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Luke Edward Taylor

GLASGOW – Luke Edward Taylor, 72, passed away March 8, 2026, suddenly at TJ Samson Hospital. He was the son of the late William Edward Taylor and Delicie Colbert Taylor. He was a bus (67) driver for Barren County School System for many years. He enjoyed front porch sitting and waving at whom ever would…

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Kermit Dubree

TOMPKINSVILLE – Kermit Dubree, 82, passed away Sunday, March 8, 2026, while in the company of family, at Med Center Health of Bowling Green. Kermit was born in Metcalfe County, KY, on September 28, 1943, a son of the late Ruby (Bartley) and John Barlow Dubree. Kermit married Barbara Shaw, his lifelong companion of 61…

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Comer Backs President’s Handling of Iran, Warns of Global Consequences

By JOBEnews   Following the Barren County Lincoln Day Dinner, JOBEnews reporters asked Congressman James Comer for his assessment of rising tensions involving Iran and the broader geopolitical risks. Comer said global powers are closely watching developments in the region, including Russia. “Of course they’re watching Russia,” Comer said. “But the good thing is Ukraine…

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Federal Charges Filed in a 30-Year-Old Cold Case

Kidnapping and Murder of 7-Year-Old Morgan Violi U.S. Attorney’s Office, Western District of Kentucky US Department of Justice   BOWLING GREEN, KY – A federal criminal complaint and arrest warrant were filed in U.S. District Court on February 26, 2026, charging Robert Scott Froberg, 61, with the 1996 abduction and death of 7-year-old Morgan Violi.…

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Honoring a Hometown Star

By Carol Perkins  Retired Teacher and Author    His right leg is shaking uncontrollably as he scans the crowd, searching for his parents, who are more nervous than he is. The cheerleaders lead the crowd in the traditional spelling of Metcalfe, but his heart is beating so loudly he can barely hear. The clock ticks…

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Highlights from the City Council Meeting

By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News   The Edmonton City Council met in regular session on Monday, March 2nd, at the Edmonton City Hall. Those in attendance were Mayor Doug Smith, Councilmembers Teresa Hamlett, Curt Estes, Cathy Nunn, Faye Word, Tommy England, and City Attorney Brian Pack. Others in attendance were City Clerk/Administrator Dawn Devore,…

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Lost Time, Found Love

By PJ Martin  Editor  The Herald-News    Georgia resident Heather Lally (originally from Louisville, KY) had never known her biological father, and at 47, she had pretty much given up on ever knowing him.  But in 2024, after her husband, William, gifted her with a DNA kit for her birthday, she had hopes that she…

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James Edward Burks

GLASGOW – James Edward Burks, 61, passed away March 5, 2026, in Glasgow, Ky. James was preceded in death by his mother, Margaret Chaffin, father, Elmo Burks, brother George Burks, and wonderful mother-in-law, Peggie Spivey. James is survived by his wife of 34 years, Connie Burks. He was the father of 2 daughters and 2…

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Carolyn Fay Garner

GLASGOW – Carolyn Fay Garner, 77, passed away Monday, March 9, 2026, at NHC Healthcar,e surrounded by her loving family. She was the daughter of the late James Garner and Frances Garner Staples. She is survived by two children, Angela King (Todd) and Brad Sharp (Sherry); six grandchildren, Myles King (Destiny), McKinley King (Taylor), Morgan…

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