Lady Hornet Heartbreak
By T.J. Morgan Freelance Sports Writer The 2024 postseason felt like one of destiny for the Lady Hornets. After securing their fourth straight district title, Metcalfe received a favorable fourth region draw that kept them opposite of region favorite, Franklin Simpson (29-1). Following a first-round upset of 15th district champion, Warren East (26-4), by…
Read MoreThere’s a new Chief in town
By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News The Edmonton City Council met in a regular session on March 4th with everyone in attendance except Edmonton Fire Chief Jerry Clemmons. The council room was standing room only as family gathered for the swearing-in of two new police officers. Mayor Doug Smith announced the motion to promote…
Read MoreHornets Fall In OT
By T.J. Morgan Freelance Sports Writer The Hornets traveled to E.A. Diddle Arena in Bowling Green last Wednesday in pursuit of their first victory in the 4th region tournament since 2006, when Metcalfe finished 4th region runner up. As always, the Metcalfe fan base filled Diddle with maroon in support of the Hornets. With…
Read MoreRead Across America Week
Submitted Read Across America Week was held March 4th – 8th and to celebrate, each day had a special theme and MCES invited guests to read to students. Monday – I’m dreaming of a good book. Wear your pajamas day. Tuesday – Team up for reading. Wear your favorite team day. Wednesday – MCES is…
Read MoreLocal DTF director on drugs, trends, and open borders
By Allyson Dix Jobe Publishing, Inc. The Barren River Drug Task Force, established in 2003, just surpassed its 20th anniversary in 2023 and the Director of the task force, Ron Lafferty, shared details and trends as it relates to the task force and drug issues our community faces in the Feb. 26 Glasgow City…
Read MoreJohn Gary Madison, age 76 Passed Away
John Gary Madison, age 76 of Brownsville, departed this life…
Read MoreJerry Wayne Hunt, age 76 Passed Away
Jerry Wayne Hunt, age 76 of Morgantown, KY, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 7, 2024, at the Medical Center in Bowling Green, KY. Born on October 8, 1947, in Butler County, KY, Jerry’s life was characterized by his friendly nature, generous spirit, and profound faith. Jerry is lovingly remembered by his close-knit…
Read MoreKenneth Calvin Scott
EDMONTON – Kenneth Calvin Scott, born July 12, 1953, of Metcalfe County Ky, passed away March 7, 2024, in Glasgow KY, at the age of 70. He was a Christian in faith and a proud member of the NRA and Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation. Ken was preceded in death by his parents, Delmer Lewis Scott,…
Read MoreDustin Wayne Morgan
GLASGOW – Dustin Wayne Morgan, 31, passed away Friday, March 8, 2024. He worked for Scotty’s Contracting and Stone. He is survived by his wife, Terri Jo Davis Morgan; three children, Natalee Morgan, Skyler Morgan, and Bryson Morgan; his mother, Audrey Marie Trivett and her husband, Randy Kurtz; one brother, Johnathan Morgan; two sisters, Leticia…
Read More250% Insurance Tax Premium Fee Increase Set for Final Vote
Mayor Royse and Tax Admin. Hurt endorse and explain the increase. By Allyson Dix, Managing Editor/Barren County Progress Occupational Tax Administrator Nick Hurt shared details on a podcast recently on tax premium fee increases he proposed in the Glasgow City Council meeting in late February that he “hopes” will bring in an additional $200,000 in revenue. No…
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