Preventing heat-related deaths
By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News We hear it every year when the weather gets hot, a child accidentally left in a hot car with deadly consequences. The first thing you ask yourself is, “How could you forget your child?” It’s easier than you think, especially if you are breaking your normal routine and…
Read MoreKentucky State Police arrests 206 in statewide drug operation, removes over $600,000 worth of drugs off streets
Kentucky State Police Press Release On July 11, Governor Andy Beshear announced the successful launch of a statewide drug operation by the Kentucky State Police following a three-month investigation into suspected drug trafficking rings. All 16 posts participated in Operation Summer Heat, and preliminary results indicate: 206 arrests and 490 charges issued; and a…
Read MoreAtwell to retire after 30+ years
Hailey England Reporter Hart Co. News-Herald In the absence of Mayor Annie Swift, Line presided over the meeting. Police Chief Retirement Munfordville Assistant Police Chief Ryan Riggs announced the retirement of Police Chief Greg Atwell. Council Member Ricky Line read Chief Atwell’s official letter of retirement, which will be effective July 31, 2024. Council…
Read MoreMason Michael sworn in as new fire chief
Council also discusses cannabis sales Katrina England Reporter Hart Co. News-Herald The Horse Cave City Council met in regular session on Monday, July 8. New Fire Chief Mason Michael was sworn in as the new fire chief of the Horse Cave Fire Department As he introduced himself, Mason explained he has lived in Horse…
Read MoreDeborah Diane Dobbs, 68 Passed away
Deborah Diane Dobbs, 68, of Florida passed away July 9, 2024, at Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center. She was the daughter of the late Larry and Daisy Manier. She was proceeded in death by a son, Rickie William Dobbs Jr. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM Tuesday at Gravil Funeral Home with burial…
Read MoreJanice Lou Hardin, 82 Passed away
BROWNSVILLE, Ky.- Janice Lou Hardin, 82, of Huff passed away July 12, 2024 at Western State Nursing Facility in Hopkinsville. The Edmonson County native was a former employee of Brownsville Manufacturing and a member of Red Hill General Baptist Church. She was a daughter of the late Clyde Carmon Johnson and Elvie Meredith Cox and…
Read MoreEunice Wendell Smith
AUSTIN, KY – Eunice Wendell Smith, 84, passed away Sunday, July 14, 2024, at his residence. He was a son of the late Eunice Austin Smith and Orene Carver Smith. He is survived by his wife, Susie Smith; two children, Joe Smith (Mary), and Joy Ballard; five grandchildren, Brandi Ballard (Nick), Donald Brown (Brandy), Joseph…
Read MoreJames N. Owens
CAVE CITY – James N. Owens, 71, passed away Friday, July 12, 2024, at Franklin-Simpson Nursing and Rehabilitation center. He was the son of the late Jesse and Maxine Burton Owens. James was an electrician by trade and was a former employee of DANA Corporation. James proudly served his country with the Kentucky Air National…
Read MoreBobby Dawsey
GLASGOW – Bobby Dawsey, 83, passed away July 13, 2024, at Hospice Care, T J Samson Hospital after a brief illness. He was born September 28, 1940, at Lucas, KY to the late Delton and Jane Dawsey. Bobby was raised a farm boy and spent many, many long hours working the land. His schooling was…
Read MoreHerbert Hoover Bunch
EDMONTON – Herbert Hoover Bunch 91, passed away Sunday, July 14, 2024, at Signature of Hart County. Herbert was born May 6, 1933, to the late Millard and Ora Bunch. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Delpha Gibson. By profession, Hoover was a long-haul truck driver. After the children were grown his…
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