Lee Gerard Bidwell
GLASGOW – Lee Gerard Bidwell, age 85, passed away on March 9, 2026, at Shanti Niketan Hospice Home. Lee was born on August 1, 1940. He lived a life defined by faith, service, family, and laughter. Lee proudly served his country in the United States Navy as a Machinist’s Mate Third Class. After his service,…
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EDMONTON – John Henry Thompson, 86, passed away peacefully on February 22, 2026, at Barren County Nursing & Rehab facility. He was born on December 22, 1939, in Edmonton to the late Alpha and Delsie Dial Thompson. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Jimmy Thompson, Joe Fred Thompson, and Spencer…
Read MoreSouth Central Kentucky Cinderella’s Closet to Return March 14
By Jeff Jobe Publisher, JOBEnews GLASGOW — What began as a simple act of volunteering has grown into a cherished annual tradition helping young women across the region feel confident and celebrated on one of the biggest nights of their high school years. In 2013, Courtney Benefield, Julie Edwards, Brenda Chaney and…
Read MoreCourt Reviews Ferry Project, School Bus Concerns
Lynn Bledsoe Gimlet Editor Edmonson County Fiscal Court held its regular meeting on February 23 at 4:00pm. All magistrates were present. Joe Joe Montgomery gave the road report stating the new supply of salt had been delivered. The new road department truck should be finished and delivered in the middle of March.…
Read MoreChili Cook-Off Raises Funds for Boys & Girls Club
Story and Pictures by Beverly Bonilla On Saturday, February 28, the Granville Allen VFW Post 5837 and Auxiliary hosted a “Meet the Candidates” chili cook-off. The community was invited to come out and connect with local candidates. Admission was free, and all were encouraged to attend. There were 17 candidates in attendance,…
Read MoreLady Bears District Champions
By Greg Moore Banner Sports Editor The BCHS Lady Bears relish the even years. In ‘22, ‘24, and now in ‘26, Coach Lexie Belcher has led her teams to reign as 12th District Champions. Butler County, who was winless against Grayson and Edmonson in regular season play, did the unthinkable (at least…
Read MoreMargaret Powell
EDMONTON – Margaret Powell, 77, passed away Thursday, March 6, 2026, at NHC Healthcare Facility in Glasgow, KY. She was born in Metcalfe County on January 29, 1949, to the late Scott and Florence Knight McFarland. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by one son, Tommy Scott Garmon. Ms. Powell was…
Read MoreGeorge Herman Schieler
LELAND, NC – George Schieler, age 83, formerly of Cave City, passed away on Monday, March 2, 2026. He was born in San Diego, CA, on November 30, 1942, the son of George and Alvira Schieler. The family soon moved to the Chicagoland area, where he spent his childhood and attended Prospect High School, graduating…
Read MoreRuth Elaine Janovich
GLASGOW – Ruth Elaine Janovich passed away on March 1, 2026, in Glasgow, Kentucky. Born on December 22, 1928, in Vermont, Ruth was the daughter of Ralph Reynolds and Lillian Aird Reynolds. She possessed a sweet demeanor, always smiling and happy, radiating warmth and joy to everyone who crossed her path. Ruth’s compassionate nature and…
Read MoreFuture Substation at Haywood
By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News The Ambulance Service Corporation, Inc. Board of Directors met on Wednesday, February 25th, at the Community Center in the TJ Health Pavilion. The first order of business was the roll call, and the following members were present: Judge/Executive Jamie Byrd, Judge/Executive Larry Wilson, Garland Gilliam, Dr. Neil Thornbury,…
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