Juanita Williams Smith
GLASGOW – Juanita Williams Smith, age 85, passed away, Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at Glenview Health and Rehab. She was born in Austin, Kentucky, on September 3, 1939, to the late Joe Williams and the late Nora Thomas Williams. Juanita worked as a seamstress at KY Pants until she retired and enjoyed retirement spending time…
Read MoreMyrtie Jewell Shaw
GLASGOW – Myrtie Jewell Shaw, age 79, passed away Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at Barren County Healthcare Facility. She was born in Cumberland County, Kentucky on September 21, 1945, to the late Terry Humble Scott and the late Cinda Rella Crawford. Myrtie retired from Sumitomo after several years of employment. She is survived by three…
Read MoreMary Etta Riley Rigsby
GLASGOW – Mary Etta Riley Rigsby, age 87, passed away peacefully at home on October 29, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Born on June 1, 1937, in Burkesville, Ky, Mrs. Rigsby was a devoted Christian woman and dedicated homemaker. Her faith was a central part of her life, and she was a cherished member…
Read MoreSchool Board Election Boundaries
Mary Beth Sallee Managing Editor Hart Co. News Herald In perhaps what may be a first in Hart County history, students may attend school in one school district, but their parents may cast their votes for a school board member who resides in another district. This change from years past came after it was…
Read MoreMeeting held regarding potential VFW Chapter
Katrina England Reporter Hart Co. News Herald On October 15, a meeting was held at the Hart County Sheriff’s Office regarding the future of a VFW in Hart County. “We’re all veterans, (and) we’re here to help each other,” said Post Commander Edwin Vincent. “We’re not in competition…I know there’s been some hard feelings,…
Read MoreThe future of Bonnieville will be determined at the ballot box
Mary Beth Sallee Managing Editor Hart Co. News Herald Nearly 150 years after its original incorporation, the fate of the City of Bonnieville now lies in the hands of its citizens. According to the Hart County Tourism website, Bonnieville was established in 1849 as Bacon Creek Station, with its official name change to Bonnieville…
Read MoreCity of Morgantown Officials Receive KLC Training Awards
LEXINGTON, KY – The Kentucky League of Cities (KLC) was honored to present Morgantown Mayor Billy Phelps with a Certified Municipal Officer award. Mayor Phelps is among a small group honored this year with the distinction, the first city officials to reach the top tier in the KLC City Officials Training Center. Morgantown Councilmember Dionne…
Read MoreTire and Trash Recycling
By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News The Edmonton/Metcalfe Industrial Development Authority (IDA) held its regular meeting on Monday, October 21st with board members Lisa Boswell, Jerry Garmon, Donna Caffee, Matt Gallagher, and Luke Wilson. Also in attendance were Mayor Doug Smith, Judge/Executive Larry Wilson, and reporter PJ Martin. The only member absent was Terry…
Read MoreMetcalfe Schools Receive Report Card
By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) released its 2023-2024 Assessment and Accountability Results in a 64-page report on October 1, 2024. This is the third year this specific assessment has been done. The ‘Every Student Succeeds Act’ (ESSA) and Senate Bill 158, which was amended in 2020, hold…
Read MoreAudits and Funds
By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News The Metcalfe County Fiscal Court met in a regular session on Thursday, October 24th with all magistrates present. The only one absent was County Attorney Sharon Howard. The agenda was adopted and the minutes from the October 10th meeting were approved after motions were made by Magistrate Daniel…
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