County approves 911 agreement, other busines
By Allyson Dix, Managing Editor/Barren County Progress After many years of battle, board members of the Barren-Metcalfe 911 center have come to an agreement to amend the interlocal agreement, as announced by Barren County Judge/Executive Jamie Byrd in the October fiscal court meeting. Changes to the agreement require 100% approval from the 911 board, which…
Read MoreGlasgow Approves Hiring New Officers
By Allyson Dix, Managing Editor/Barren County Progress Following the ceremonious pinning and oath of office of the Glasgow Fire Department’s new chief, Lucas Tinsley, Glasgow Police Chief Guy Howie successfully sought approval of a budget amendment for the hiring of two full-time police officers in the city council meeting on October 14. Howie said the…
Read MoreJerry Stanley Jones
GLASGOW – Jerry Stanley Jones, 70, passed away Tuesday, October 22, 2024, at Barren County Nursing and Rehab. He was born July 11, 1954, in Barren County, Kentucky to the late Standley Jones and Alma Steenbergen Jones. Jerry was a lifelong farmer who loved mowing and raking hay, attending lawnmower pulls and farm shows, and…
Read MoreClarence Hunley
Clarence Hunley, 79, Glasgow, passed away Thursday, October 23, 2024, at Hospice of Southern Kentucky Hospice House in Bowling Green. He was the son of the late James Hunley and Thelma Irene Bowles Hunley. Survivors include three children, Glenn Hunley (Allison), Jamison Hunley (Candace), and Lisa Blankenbeckler (Terry); several grandchildren; and great-grandchildren; three brothers, Malcolm…
Read MoreCynthia Marie Fender
Our beloved Wife, Mother, Aunt, Nana, and Friend, Cynthia (Cindy) Fender, born August 19, 1954, passed away on October 19, 2024, at the age of 70, surrounded by family after a brief illness with cancer. Cindy was the heart of our home and family. Cindy always put God first in her life. She was the…
Read MoreDanny Warren Webb
CAVE CITY – Danny Warren Webb, 76, passed away Sunday, October 20, 2024. He was born April 25, 1948, in Hart County, Kentucky to the late Rev. J.W. Webb and Ella Webb. Before retiring, Danny worked as a Regional Manager at Woodmen Life Insurance for over 30 years. He was a United States Navy veteran…
Read MoreDanny Lee Stout
GLASGOW – Danny Lee Stout, aged 73, resident of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away on October 20,2024. Born on December 3, 1950, in Glasgow, Kentucky, Danny was known for his generous, caring, and selfless nature, qualities that touched the lives of many. Throughout his life, Danny had a deep passion for drag racing and cars. This…
Read MoreCoffee with Comer
By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News On Wednesday, October 16, Congressman James Comer (R-1st District) visited the Old School Café in Edmonton to meet with citizens, answer questions, and give an update on what is happening in Washington, DC. District Director Sandy Simpson was also on hand to offer support to anyone who had…
Read MoreBarn Lot Theater Celebrates National Arts and Humanities Month
By Kyle Hadley Executive Director Metcalfe County, KY – October 2024: Barn Lot Theater, a cornerstone of cultural enrichment in Metcalfe County, is proud to join thousands of arts organizations and communities across the nation in celebrating National Arts and Humanities Month (NAHM) throughout October. This month-long celebration highlights the civic importance of the…
Read MoreBeverly Faye Basil
GLASGOW – Beverly Faye Basil, 68, passed away, October 19, 2024, at University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington, Kentucky. She was born on May 12, 1956, in Glasgow, KY, to the late Clarence Harris and the late Nora Ollie Harris (Graham). Beverly will be fondly remembered for her warmth and love by all who…
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