Barbara Jean Bailey
BOWLING GREEN – Barbara Jean Bailey, 83, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 24, 2026, at the Medical Center in Bowling Green. Born on February 22, 1943, in Glasgow, Kentucky, to the late Ralph Bailey and the late L.D. Stone Bailey. Barbara was a devoted homemaker who took great pride in caring for her home…
Read MoreCarl Roman Sparks
Carl Roman Sparks, age 84, was born on November 20, 1941, in Mayking, Kentucky, to William and Susie Sparks. He passed away on July 24, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family, leaving behind a legacy of faith, kindness, and compassion. Carl shared a devoted marriage of 64 years with his beloved wife, Edith…
Read MoreWesley Carter Hogan
CAVE CITY – Wesley Carter Hogan, age 89, peacefully departed this life on Friday, July 24, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. Born in Hart County on December 29, 1936, he was the son of the late Robert and Ruby Poynter Hogan. Wesley shared sixty-four wonderful years of marriage with the love of…
Read MoreMary Jane Oakes
GLASGOW – Mary Jane Oakes, 64, was born and raised in Nokesville, Virginia, and stepped into Heaven on July 24, 2026. She was born January 19, 1962, to the late Veachel H. Emberton and the late Mary F. Hurst of Nokesville, Virginia. She was best known for her talent with gardening, quilting, and crocheting the…
Read MoreGary Smith
GLASGOW – Gary Smith, 79, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, July 23, 2026, at his residence. He was a son of the late Sidney Richard Smith and Ester Mae Dinkelstiel Smith. He is survived by his loving partner and best friend of 26 years, Karen Nunn of Glasgow; his daughter, Kimberly Rosini…
Read More4-H members Win in State Contest
Staff Report Edmonson County 4-H participants competed against youth from all across Kentucky at the state 4-H Communications Contest recently in Lexington KY. Daphne Bolton won first place in the written communications category with her essay, “What 4-H means to me.” Molly Miller placed third in the songwriting category. Jesse Denham earned…
Read MoreRoad Issues, Vehicle Requests Top Fiscal Court Agenda
Staff Report Edmonson County Fiscal Court held its regular meeting on July 13, 2026. All magistrates were in attendance. After the approval of bills and budget transfers the road report was given. Joe-Joe Montgomery stated the second round of mowing in the county has stated. There are issues with the backhoe not…
Read MoreTop Dogs Take the Spotlight
Story by Beverly Bonilla The 2026 Green River Catfish Festival Dog Show was held on July 4, at the RAFT Pavilion at the Fairgrounds, bringing together families, visitors, and their beloved pets for an evening of friendly competition and community fun, even as the summer storm moved through the area. Despite the…
Read MoreFiscal Court Backs Fire Truck Loan
Lynn Bledsoe Jobe Reporter Butler County Fiscal Court held its regular meeting on July 13, 2026. All magistrates were present. The 4th District fire department asked the Fiscal Court for permission of the Court to co-sign a loan of $63,000, for a 2001 International pumper truck. The department will pay a down…
Read MoreStevie Joe Collins
GLASGOW – Stevie Joe Collins, age 65, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 23, 2026, at Glenview Health and Rehab in Glasgow, Kentucky. Stevie was born in Georgetown, Kentucky, on September 29, 1960, a son of the late Steven H. and Patsy (Gregory) Collins. He enjoyed fishing and hunting and loved his children and thought…
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