Wilma Jean Bybee
GLASGOW – Wilma Jean Bybee, 92, passed away August 26, 2024, at Barren County Health Care. She was born on October 23, 1931, in Etoile, Kentucky to the late Haskel Francis and the late Ova Mae (Gramlin) Francis. Wilma was a member of Glasgow Bible Church. She served her community for several years working at…
Read MoreShort Meeting
By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News The Edmonton/Metcalfe Industrial Development Authority (IDA) held its regular meeting on Monday, August 19 with board members Lisa Boswell, Terry Garrett, Jerry Garmon, and Donna Caffee present. Also in attendance were Mayor Doug Smith, Judge/Executive Larry Wilson, reporter PJ Martin, and future member Luke Wilson. Matt Gallagher was…
Read More50 Years of Service
By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News It’s a subject that most people don’t want to talk about, a septic system problem. But don’t worry, Bob’s Septic Tank Cleaning service has been taking care of the septic system problems for the people of Metcalfe and surrounding counties for 50 years. Bobby Vibbert Sr. beganVibbert’s Septic…
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By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News The Metcalfe County Fiscal Court met in a special session on Friday, August 23rd with everyone present except County Attorney Sharon Howard. A quorum was present with all four magistrates. The magistrates adopted the agenda followed by the approval of the August 13th special called meeting minutes with…
Read MoreMetcalfe Staff and Alumni form Educational Foundation
By Torrie Osbon Director of Communications School district staff and alumni have announced the formation of the Metcalfe County Educational Foundation (MCEF). The Foundation has legal 501(c)(3) standing and serves as the preeminent vehicle for charitable giving for educational purposes to advance opportunities for Metcalfe County students. The MCEF articles of incorporation state, “The…
Read MoreJeanette Powell Furlong
GLASGOW – Jeanette Powell Furlong, 88, passed away peacefully with her family present on August 24, 2024, at Highland Ridge Assisted Living. She was born on January 19, 1936, in Glasgow, Kentucky to the late Paul Herbert and the late Fannie Mae (Williams) Powell. She was also preceded in death by her husband of 50…
Read MoreMary Lou Wilson
GLASGOW – Mary Lou Wilson, born on May 30, 1947, in Slick Rock, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 24, 2024, at her home. She was the daughter of the late John Thomas Burris and Anner Zorader Shirley and was preceded in death by her siblings, Ruby Williams, Junior Burris, and Helen Jackson. Mary…
Read MoreChristopher Marvin Weaver
HORSE CAVE – Christopher Marvin Weaver 49, passed away suddenly on Sunday, August 25, 2024. He is the son of James Marvin Weaver and Betty Minor Weaver (John). He is survived by three daughters, Sandra Weaver (Jesse), Chelsea Weaver, and Kalionah Weaver; two grand children, Kane Turner, and Tanya Weaver; three sisters, Melisa Walden, Kimberly…
Read MoreLake Drowning
By Allyson Dix Jobe Publishing, Inc. Emergency agencies responded to a drowning on Barren River Lake on August 25 after 51-year-old Mike Aurand failed to resurface near Gilligan’s Island. South Barren Volunteer Fire Department was the first on scene and obtained information from Aurand’s friends and co-workers of his last known location, according to…
Read MoreWilla Dean Scott Cain Anderson
GLASGOW – Willa Dean Scott Cain Anderson, 82, passed away Friday, August 23, 2024, at her home. She was born May 10, 1942, in Burkesville, Kentucky to the late Bethel Scott and Alma Blythe Scott. Willa worked in nursing for 55 years and retired from the nursing profession at the age of 77. She retired…
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