Douglas McPherson
GLASGOW – Douglas McPherson, age 84, formerly of Monroe County, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 4, 2025, at the Shanti Niketan Hospice Home in Glasgow, Kentucky, surrounded by his family. Doug was born on April 27, 1941, in Mt. Hermon, Kentucky, a son of the late Warren Denton and Nina Ruth (Jones) McPherson. He…
Read MoreJane Owen
Jane Owen, born on September 24, 1943, departed this world on May 6, 2025. A cherished mother and grandmother, Jane’s warmth and artistic spirit touched the lives of many who were fortunate enough to know her. Throughout her life, Jane exhibited a passion for acrylic painting, a hobby that allowed her to express her creativity…
Read MoreJudy Carol Turner
GLASGOW – Judy “Nanna” Carol Turner, aged 66, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2025, at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee. Born on November 11, 1958, in Bowling Green, Kentucky, Judy led a life characterized by love, dedication, and compassionate service to others. Throughout her career, Judy worked at TJ Samson Community Hospital…
Read MoreElisabeth Mains
GLASGOW – Elisabeth “Nana in America” Mains, born on April 7, 1945, in the United Kingdom, passed away peacefully in Glasgow, Kentucky, on April 30, 2025. She dedicated her life to serving others as a nursing assistant in long-term care facilities in the United Kingdom. Her compassion and commitment to her work left an indelible…
Read MoreJessica Ann Durham
Jessica Ann Durham, age 45, passed away leaving behind a legacy of love and laughter. She was a devoted mother to her beloved son, Braxton Childress, who was the pride and joy of her life. Jessica cherished every moment spent watching him play baseball and enjoying every day they spent together. Jessica had a beautiful…
Read MorePaula Gail Ballard
GLASGOW – Paula Gail Ballard, 74, passed away Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at her residence surrounded by her loving family. She was the daughter of the late Malcolm Brown and Lillian Batey Brown. She is survived by two children, Roger Ballard and Pam Ballard; seven grandchildren, Timothy Berry (Sarah), Roger Berry (Heather), Emily Gaddie (Andy),…
Read MoreDavid Lee Gupton, Jr.
EDMONTON – David Lee Gupton, Jr., 58, passed away Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at his home. David was born November 20, 1966, in Lebanon, KY, to David Lee “Pete” and Betty Carol Wise Gupton. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Thornton and Annie Gupton, and Tom and Alma Wise; aunts Jewell Gupton and…
Read MoreAG Day at MCES
Torrie Osbon Director of Communications What better way to learn about #FarmToSchool than with a hands-on #StudentExperience between our high school and elementary school? Last Tuesday was AG Day at MCES, where our FFA students taught the younger kids how agriculture and farming help us all survive. Students learned about dairy cows, poultry, seeds,…
Read MoreCounty Roads, Insurance, and the Budget
By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News The Metcalfe County fiscal court held its regular meeting on April 24, with all the magistrates in attendance. The agenda was adopted and the minutes from the special called meeting on April 15th were approved as written. Timmy Thompson addressed the court asking for a road in his…
Read MoreMCHS Students Return from STLP as State Champions
Torrie Osbon Communications Director Members of Metcalfe County High School’s Student Technology Leadership Program (STLP) brought home several awards from the State Championship held in Lexington on April 23. MCHS had two state champions: Sho Jeffers in Tech Bowl and Cara Bishop in Digital Music Composition. Logan Gaskins and Landon Heckel represented Metcalfe County…
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