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Cecil Edward Compton

GLASGOW – Cecil Edward Compton, 78, of Glasgow, KY, passed away January 5th, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his family. Though his passing brings deep sorrow, it is also marked by the long‑awaited and joyful reunion with his beloved wife, Janice Sue Compton, who went home to Jesus last year. Cecil had spoken often…

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Mary Ann Poland

GLASGOW  – Mary Ann Poland, 83, peacefully transitioned to her heavenly home on January 3, 2026. Born January 23, 1942, Mary Ann was the heart and soul of her family. She was the unofficial cheerleader for every child, grandchild, and great-grandchild, never missing an event—no matter how big or small. If her family was participating,…

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YEAR IN REVIEW 2025: Barren County Builds for the Future

By Jeff Jobe, Community Publisher Jobe Publishing, Inc. As 2025 comes to a close, Barren County can reflect on a year filled with new investments, growing opportunities, and steady progress across nearly every sector of community life. The pages of the Barren County Progress this year showed a county preparing thoughtfully for the future —…

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Shannon Renee Oliver

GLASGOW – Shannon Renee Oliver, a beloved figure in her community and a cherished member of her family, passed away on January 1, 2026, at Shanti Niketon Hospice Home. Born on January 13, 1969, in Glasgow, Kentucky, Shannon’s vibrant spirit and infectious smile touched the lives of everyone who knew her. Shannon devoted herself wholeheartedly…

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Jessie D. Shipley

GLASGOW – Jessie D. Shipley, 33,  passed away suddenly on January 1, 2026, at his residence. He was the son of Tracy Shoopman and the Late John Shipley. He is survived by his mother, Tracy Huff Shoopman (Steve); two children, Sophia Borders and Abel Shipman; maternal grandmother, Joyce Huff also survives. He is preceded in…

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Robert Joseph “BJ” Jones

EDMONTON – Robert Joseph “BJ” Jones, 59, passed away Sunday, December 28, 2025, at his residence. He was born in Gary, IN, to the late William David Jones and Vivian Burroughs Jones, who survives. BJ was a member of Trinity Outreach Church, where he enjoyed helping out with the children. He had a love for…

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No Place Like Home

By Allyson Dix, Managing Editor/Barren County Progress Black Stone Cherry never disappoints when they come home and deliver a hometown show, and last weekend was no different. The rock band played two sold-out concerts at the historic Plaza Theatre in Glasgow on December 19 and 20, bringing concertgoers from near and far. At least one…

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Reynolds Named to Farmers RECC Board of Directors

 Staff Report John ‘Daniel’ Reynolds has been appointed by the Cooperative’s Board of Directors, in compliance with the Bylaws, to fulfill the unexpired term of former Farmers RECC District 2 Director C.F. Martin, Jr., who retired in August 2025. Daniel is a graduate of Western Kentucky University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Agriculture…

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Wrap them in Warmth and Love

    Special to The Edmonson News   Edmonson County High School surprised their students in a big way last week with a Christmas present for every student in grades 9th through 12th. Students, who were in person, on Thursday, December 15, met in the gym and waiting was a sweatshirt for every student wrapped in a gift bag…

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Edmonson County 2026 Candidate Filings Update

    COUNTY JUDGE / EXECUTIVE Ronald Scott Lindsey – Republican COUNTY CLERK Kevin McDaniel Alexander – Republican COUNTY ATTORNEY Adam Turner – Republican SHERIFF James Edward Vincent – Republican JAILER Todd Vincent – Republican PROPERTY VALUATION ADMINISTRATOR (PVA) Kyle M. White – Democrat MAGISTRATE / JUSTICE OF THE PEACE 1st District Mark Meeks –…

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