Preventing heat-related deaths
By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News It seems that every year we hear the horrible news of a child left in a hot car with deadly consequences. Perhaps you ask yourself, “How could you forget your child?” It’s easier than you think with everyone busy running here and there. Or maybe you are breaking…
Read MoreAmbulance Woes
By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News The Barren-Metcalfe County Emergency Medical Services Board of Directors met on Wednesday, April 28th at the TJ Samson Community Center. Moving down the agenda, the Barren-Metcalfe Emergency Medical Services Board (BMEMS) Executive Director Joe Middleton presented Mr. Fay Neal with an award in appreciation for his many years…
Read MoreSharon Denise Spann
GLASGOW – Sharon Denise Spann, 53, passed away Thursday, July 6, 2023, at the University of Louisville Hospital. She was the daughter of the late Roger Dale Spann and Brenda Marlene Chapman. She is survived by three children, Ashaya Vista Houchens (Wesley), Bradley Tyler Likens (Mackenzie), and Makayla Denise Hurt; four grandchildren, Westin Houchens, Wyatt…
Read MoreRonald Lewis “Rondal” Harrison
GLASGOW – Ronald Lewis “Rondal” Harrison, 76, passed away Sunday, July 9, 2023, at his residence with his family at his side. He was a retired Ceramic tile setter and a son of the late William Taylor Harrison and Helen Runyon Harrison. Rondal was a member of Bethel Independent Baptist Church. He loved to pass…
Read MoreDonnie Lee Fancher
CENTER – Donnie Lee Fancher, age 80, passed away in his home on July 9, 2023. Donnie was a lifelong resident of Center, Kentucky. He was born and raised on his family farm, where he continued farming for the remainder of his life. Donnie was a lover of John Deere Tractors and Holstein Cattle. Anyone…
Read MoreRoy Ferrell
HARDYVILLE – Roy Ferrell, age 82, passed away Saturday, July 8, 2023, at Campbellsville, nursing and Rahab Center. He was a Deacon of First baptist Church of Opelika, AL and a member of Horse Cave Baptist Church. Church was where his heart was. He enjoyed spending time with his family and playing golf. He is…
Read MoreMyrtle Louise Young
EDMONTON – Myrtle Louise Young, 76, passed away Saturday, July 8, 2023, at her home. She was born May 3, 1947, in Metcalfe County to the late Riley Davis and Erma Matthews Davis. She was a member of Greasy Creek Baptist Church. Survivors include one son, Robert Alan Young of Sulphur Well; and one daughter,…
Read MoreElizabeth Ann Blythe
GLASGOW – Elizabeth Ann Blythe, age 71, passed away July 6, 2023, at Barren County Health and Rehab. She was born November 19, 1951, to the late Lealon and Louise Glass Fletcher. She was of the Baptist Faith. Survivors include two sons, Chris (Melissa) Blythe and Andy (Jeanie) Blythe of Glasgow; five grandchildren, Shenee (Justin)…
Read MorePeggy Rose Priddy
BEE SPRINGS – Peggy Rose Priddy, age 74, departed this life on Thursday, July 6, 2023, at Greenview Regional Hospital in Bowling Green. The Edmonson County native was born on August 18, 1948, to the late Raymond and Maxine Hayes. She was married to her best friend, Steven Priddy, who also preceded her in death.…
Read MoreWilliam C. “Neal” Moss
EDMONTON – William C. “Neal” Moss passed away on June 30, 2023, at his home in the Subtle community of Metcalfe County, Kentucky, having attained the age of 81 years, and 20 days. He was born in Edmonton Kentucky, on June 10, 1942, the son of William Henry Moss, and Della (Gibson) Moss. He was…
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