Branstetter Park Homecoming celebrates 100 years of tradition
By PJ Martin Editor, The Herald-News For 100 years, families, friends, and visitors have gathered beneath the trees at Branstetter Park near Summer Shade to celebrate faith, fellowship, music, and community. The Branstetter Park Music Festival and Homecoming will mark its centennial celebration this year with a special gathering honoring a century of tradition.…
Read MoreMass Animal Rescue: Last Ones Removed
By PJ Martin Editor, The Herald-News In an update to the mass animal rescue story that began the last week of July, the Guardians of Rescue returned to the Metcalfe County property located on Breeding Road to look for the remaining animals. Guardians of Rescue (guardiansofrescue.org), who were originally brought in by Kentucky Animal Control…
Read MoreMetcalfe County Schools Prepare for New School Year
By PJ Martin Editor, The Herald-News Staff reported that preparations are underway for the 2026-27 school year at the Metcalfe County Board of Education meeting last Tuesday evening. Teachers are returning to the buildings for professional development and preparation, with a faculty focus scheduled for Aug. 17 and a back-to-school bash planned for August…
Read MoreRoad, Chamber, and FEMA Funds
By PJ Martin Editor, The Herald-News The Metcalfe County fiscal court met in regular session on Thursday, August 13, with all magistrates present. Prior to the meeting, a public hearing was called to receive comments from citizens on the closure of 0.21 of John Hurt Road. No comments were received, and the hearing closed.…
Read MoreKevin Dale Houchens
CAVE CITY – Kevin Dale Houchens, age 65, departed this life on Saturday, August 15, 2026, surrounded by those he loved most. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend whose greatest joy in life was his family. A Barren County native, Kevin was born on October 10, 1960, to the late Bill…
Read MoreJunetta Ruth Bennett
HISEVILLE – Junetta “June” Ruth Bennett, 62, passed away Friday, August 14, 2026, at Hospice of Southern Kentucky in Bowling Green. She was born in Glasgow on October 24, 1963, to the late Horace and Eurma Payne Finn. June was known for her vibrant, fun-loving personality. She was always smiling and laughing; she loved to…
Read MoreTony Eugene Turner
GLASGOW – Tony Eugene Turner, 79, passed away on Friday, August 14, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. He was the son of the late Eldon Turner and Louise Bowles Turner. He was an avid sports fan, with a special love of University of Kentucky basketball and the New York Yankees. He…
Read MoreJerry Roger Peek
EDMONTON – Jerry Roger Peek, 78, passed away Friday, August 14, 2026, at his residence. He was born in Metcalfe County to the late Homer and Mable Smith Peek. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Donald Edward Peek. Jerry was a hardworking man who enjoyed the simple things in life.…
Read MoreWelcome, Con Con’s Diner
Story and Pictures by Beverly Bonilla The Butler County Chamber of Commerce welcomed Con Con’s Diner to its new permanent home with a ribbon cutting ceremony held at noon on Thursday, August 6th. Community members, local officials, family and friends gathered to celebrate the restaurant’s official opening at its new location, 9515…
Read MoreCommunity Support Fills Backpacks
Story and Pictures by Beverly Bonilla As the start of a new school year approaches, the Butler County community has once again demonstrated its generosity by coming together to ensure local students have the supplies they need for a successful year. The annual Cram the Cruiser, sponsored by the Butler County School…
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