Alma Jean Daffron
GLASGOW – Alma Jean Daffron, 89, passed away Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at T.J. Samson Community Hospital. She was born June 14, 1936, to the late Richard Earl Broady and Allie Bell Bunch Broady. Alma was a woman who embraced life with warmth and joy, finding her greatest happiness in the people she loved. She…
Read MoreJoe Donald Harvey
LENOIR CITY, TN – Joe Donald Harvey, 77, passed away Friday, February 13, 2026, at his residence surrounded by family. He was born in Glasgow, Kentucky, on July 2, 1948, the son of the late Joe and Marie Taylor Harvey. He graduated from Temple Hill High School in 1966, and in 1975, he graduated from…
Read MoreMark Allen Driver
GLASGOW – Mark Allen Driver, 38, passed away Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at the University of Louisville, surrounded by his loving family. He is the son of Jerry Martin and Wanda Bandy Morgan. He was an avid hunter and fisherman who loved the outdoors. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his loving…
Read MoreLucinda Sue Polen
TOMPKINSVILLE – Lucinda Sue Polen, 63, passed away Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at Signature Healthcare of Monroe. She was born on September 7, 1962, to the late Elmer and Shirley Schurr Muse. Lucinda enjoyed spending time with her family and friends and always putting a smile on people’s faces. Survivors include her children, Raymond Pierce…
Read MoreLorene Jewell
SHELBYVILLE – Lorene Jewell, a devoted homemaker and cherished member of her family, passed away on February 23, 2026, at the age of 97 in Shelbyville, Kentucky. Born on October 22, 1928, in Edmonson County, Kentucky, Lorene was the beloved daughter of the late Clifford Minyard and the late Flossie Stice Minyard. Throughout her life,…
Read MoreErnest Alton Ritter Sr.
KINO – Ernest Alton Ritter Sr., known affectionately as Al, passed away peacefully on February 21, 2026, at T.J. Samson Community Hospital. Born on August 4, 1937, in the Kino Community, Al was the youngest of six children, whose warmth and kindness left a lasting impression on all who knew him. Throughout his life, Al…
Read MoreAlma Jean Sexton
EDMONTON – Alma Jean (Jessie) Sexton passed away February 24th, 2026, at TJ Samson Community Hospital in Glasgow, KY, while surrounded by members of her loving family. She was born in Metcalfe County on April 17th, 1938, to Joe Henry and Minnie Mae (Compton) Jessie as their 5th child. She was married on December 20th,…
Read MoreWhat about the contract?
By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News The Metcalfe County Fiscal Court held a special-called meeting on Monday, February 16, with the following in attendance: Judge/Executive Larry Wilson, Magistrates Ronnie Miller, Daniel Bragg, Harvey Hawkins, County Attorney Sharon Howard, and Treasurer/Fiscal Court Clerk Page Edwards. Also in attendance were Financial Officer Connie Taylor, Occupational Tax/ABC…
Read MoreMCMS Student Receives Statewide Award
Torrie Osbon Communications Director For the first time in its 25-year history, the Kentucky Association for Gifted Education (KAGE) has selected a Metcalfe County student as its Distinguished Student Award recipient. Tymber Garrett, a 6th-grade student at Metcalfe County Middle School, was nominated for her outstanding academic achievement, strong leadership skills, and tireless contributions…
Read MoreDavid Eugene Green
GLASGOW – David Eugene Green, a beloved member of the Glasgow community, passed away on February 21, 2026, at TJ Samson Community Hospital. Born on March 18, 1966, in Glasgow, Kentucky, David touched the lives of many with his unwavering dedication to his work and his passion for the outdoors. David led a life characterized…
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