Michael “Preacher” Lee Holmes
GLASGOW – Michael “Preacher” Lee Holmes, age 71, passed away at TJ Samson Community Hospital, Wednesday, August 28, 2024. He was born in Glasgow, Kentucky, on July 12, 1953, to the late Clarence Holmes and the late Emma Racheal (Ellis) Holmes. Michael is best known for his career in construction work installing drywall and became…
Read MoreRobert “Bobby” Taylor Groce
GLASGOW – Robert (Bobby) Taylor Groce, 89, passed away on Friday, August 30, 2024 peacefully at his home surrounded by his family. He was born on October 6, 1934 in Glasgow, Ky to the late John Robert and Zelma Dearing Groce. Bobby owned Groce Oil in Haywood, Ky for many years. He served his community…
Read MoreRebecca Jo Lutterman Eldridge
TOMPKINSVILLE – Rebecca Jo Lutterman Eldridge, 62, passed away Saturday, August 31, 2024, at the Medical Center at Bowling Green, KY. Rebecca was born in Glasgow, KY on October 7, 1961, a daughter of the late Martha Frances McCoy and James Lutterman. She worked as caregiver for the elderly. Rebecca was a faithful church member…
Read MoreBarbara Ann Scott
EDMONTON – Barbara Ann Scott, 87, passed away Friday, August 30, 2024, at the NHC Healthcare Center in Glasgow. Born in Green County on December 6, 1936, to the late Raymond and Zell Ann Norris Martin. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, William Howard Scott. Mrs. Scott retired…
Read MoreTerry Owen Gibson
EDMONTON – Terry Owen Gibson, 65, passed away Saturday, August 31, 2024, at TJ Samson Hospital. Terry was born November 13, 1958, to the late Albert and Lois Gibson. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Tony Gibson; and sisters-in-law, Kathy Gibson and Debbie England. Terry enjoyed spending time with his family, riding,…
Read MoreTyler Wayne Melton
EDMONTON – Tyler Wayne Melton, 31, passed away Saturday, August 31, 2024, at his home. Tyler was born June 17, 1993, to Ervin Melton and Lisa Smith Sell. He is preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Carol Rupard, grandfather, Gary Froedge; and his aunt, Kimra Skelton. Tyler attended the Mt. Tabor Baptist Church. He…
Read MoreJenny Lynn Bragg
EDMONTON – Jenny Lynn Bragg, 38, passed away Friday, August 30,2024, at her home. Jenny was born August 7, 1986, to Malcom Bragg and the late Bonita “Bonnie” Bragg. She was also preceded in death by her grandparents, Elbert and Clara Bragg, and Bootie and Mae Lene Ervin. Jenny worked on the family’s farm and…
Read MoreDora Lee Preston
EDMONTON – Dora Lee Preston, 73, passed away Sunday, September 1, 2024, at the NHC Healthcare in Glasgow. Born February 10, 1951, in Huntington, VA., the daughter of the late William Thomas and Flo Eloise Bailey Estep. Mrs. Preston was a caregiver for the elderly, homemaker, and farmer. She loved going to the Golden Years…
Read MoreEdmonson County Water District explains water issues, addresses Hart County concerns
Lynn Bledsoe Gimlet Managing Editor Edmonson County Water District (ECWD) held an emergency meeting on Monday, August 26. The main purpose was to discuss the negative press coverage and to discuss the issues with reports of contaminated water. The water is not contaminated. There is a lot of growth and building in the area,…
Read MoreQuestions remain unanswered in Big Spring contamination
Mary Beth Sallee Managing Editor Hart Co. News-Herald It’s been nearly three weeks since the contamination of Big Spring in Upton was first discovered on August 16, with the once crystal clear spring transformed into cloudy, sewage-like water with a severe foul odor. By August 17, the Kentucky Division of Water and the Kentucky…
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