Betty Jo Sexton
HISEVILLE – Betty Jo (Pedigo) Sexton, age 96, went to be with her Heavenly Father on Sunday, June 7, 2026, at NHC Healthcare in Glasgow. Betty was born in Barren County on December 2, 1929, a daughter of the late Raymond and Bessie (Jessie) Pedigo. She married Rev. Riley Sexton, and he preceded her in…
Read MoreCombined Effort to Secure $29.75 Million for Edmonson Water District
Lynn Bledsoe Gimlet Managing Editor May 26, 2026- Brownsville, KY.- Some well-known politicians came to Brownsville to announce the funding granted to the Edmonson County Water District. Local, State and Federal governments worked together to secure a little over $29.75 million for the Edmonson County Water District. The funding will be used…
Read MoreMemorial Day Remembrance
Lynn Bledsoe Gimlet Managing Editor Memorial Day is not about cookouts and pool parties, but a day to remember those who are gone and the cost they paid. The Wand B Doyle DAV and Auxiliary Chapter 32 held a Memorial Day service in Brownsville. Troop and Pack 597 presented the flag with…
Read MoreFiscal Court Examines AT&T Contract
Lynn Bledsoe Gimlet Managing Editor Butler County Fiscal Court held is regular meeting on May 26, 2026. First up was old business; the Fiscal Court discussed the contract with AT&T. The phone lines in the courthouse will be non-usable soon. The Fiscal Court had entered into a contract with AT&T to replace…
Read MoreA Grateful Community Remembers
Story and Pictures by Beverly Bonilla On May 25, 2026, the Memorial Day program hosted by the Granville VFW Post #5837 and Auxiliary was held on the lawn of the Butler County Courthouse as community members gathered to honor and remember America’s heroes. Donnie Webster, with the KYSSAR Color Guard, presented the…
Read MoreKimberly Frances Tomes
GLASGOW – Kimberly Tomes, 54, passed away on May 30, 2026, at T.J. Samson Community Hospital. Kim was a native of Allen County, KY. She was a homemaker and known as the sewing lady around Glasgow, KY. Kim was a very sweet lady and always had that listening ear to anyone who needed it. First…
Read MoreGreg Lynn Masters
GLASGOW – Greg Lynn Masters, a devoted husband, father, and cherished friend, passed away on May 31, 2026, in Allen County, Kentucky, at the age of 67. Born on May 10, 1959, in California, Greg lived a life marked by dedication, warmth, and a deep love for his family and community. Greg retired from the…
Read MoreGlasgow Firefighter Continues Recovery, Aims for Return to Duty
GLASGOW, Ky. — Glasgow firefighter Chase Dile is recovering from burn injuries sustained while battling a house fire in Barren County on April 10. Dile suffered burns to multiple areas of his body and was airlifted to TriStar Skyline Medical Center in Nashville for specialized treatment. His recovery has included surgery and ongoing rehabilitation. Nearly…
Read MoreHonoring Those We Lost
By PJ Martin Editor | The Herald-News Members of the American Legion Post 65 and VFW Post 6281 gathered along with family members and citizens on Sunday, May 24th, to honor those who lost their lives defending our country. American Legion Post 65 Commander A.K. Taylor opened the ceremony, and the prayer was given…
Read MoreShirts, Flags, and our Declaration
By Carol Perkins Jobe Publishing Contributor Following up from last week, the high school event was on Thursday, but I mixed up the dates and went to the middle school at 8:00 that morning. At that hour, I am usually sitting quietly, drinking coffee, and enjoying not having to go to work anymore. I…
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