Oren Douglas Walker
GLASGOW – Oren Douglas Walker, 83, passed away Monday, April 21, 2025, at Signature Healthcare of Glasgow. He was born on February 18, 1942, in Barren County to the late Samuel J. and Iola Bernice Wilborn Walker. He was also preceded in death by his former wife and mother of his children, Mary Walker, and…
Read MoreGet Ready for Founders Day No. 8
By P J Martin Editor The Herald-News Mark your calendars for next Saturday, May 3rd, for the 8th annual Summer Shade Founders Day. Each year, the little town of Summer Shade comes alive with the ever-growing event featuring new vendors and, of course, returning vendors as well. The open mic returns this year to…
Read MoreInsurance Options
By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News The Metcalfe County fiscal court was called to order on Tuesday, April 15th, with all magistrates in attendance. It was a special called meeting, and nothing could be discussed that was not listed on the agenda, which was approved after motions by Magistrate Kevin Crain and Daniel Bragg.…
Read MoreCity Hall to be Renovated
By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News The Edmonton City Council in a special called meeting on Thursday, April 17th at the Edmonton City Hall The meeting had been moved to a different date due to spring break. Mayor Doug Smith was unable to attend due to family illness. Edmonton Fire Chief Jerry Clemmons was…
Read MoreMetcalfe County Girl Needs Help Fighting Leukemia
Submitted by Eric Lindsey Kentucky Blood Centers Brooklynne Mathis is a helper. Whether it’s lending a hand around the house, offering her teachers at school her time in the classroom, or running concessions for the local little league football team, she likes to assist others. “She’s always been a happy, peppy person,” said her mom,…
Read MoreJohn Raymond Owens
GLASGOW – John Raymond Owens, 79, passed away on April 20, 2025, at TJ Samson Community Hospital in Glasgow, Kentucky. John was born on August 05, 1945, in Buckner, Illinois, to the late Cecil Owens and the late Permelia Bennett Owens. He dedicated 30 years of his life to working as a pipefitter at the…
Read MoreDelores Jean White Decker
GLASGOW – Delores Jean White Decker, “Jean,” affectionately known as “Aunt Binky” or simply “Binky,” was born on January 1, 1951, in Glasgow, Kentucky. She passed away peacefully at her home early on Easter Sunday morning, April 20, 2025, at the age of 74. She was the daughter of the late Richard and Dorothy White…
Read MoreGrady Dobson claims third consecutive win in State 4-H Trail Riding Project
Special to the News-Herald Grady Dobson, a 7th-grade student at Memorial Elementary, has once again ridden his way to victory, earning first place in the State 4-H Trail Riding Project for the third consecutive year. Alongside his trusted five-year-old horse, Roana, Grady continues to inspire with his passion, determination, and love for the trail.…
Read MoreMunfordville Children’s Business Fair set for April 26
Mary Beth Sallee Editor Hart Co. News-Herald The first-ever Munfordville Children’s Business Fair is set for Saturday, April 26, from 9 a.m. until 12 p.m. at Munfordville First United Methodist Church. This event, which was introduced by Darcy Howell, allows for local young entrepreneurs to experience the excitement of real-world business. This fun-filled fair…
Read MoreTimes change, but heritage remains
The legacy of Green River Hill Grocery continues Mary Beth Sallee Editor Hart Co. News-Herald Green River Hill Grocery is located on 31E near Rio Bridge, about halfway between the small towns of Canmer and Linwood. Since being built in 1951 by Shell and Emma Childress, the store’s ownership has passed between many hands, including…
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