Anita Carol Houchens
GLASGOW – Anita Carol Houchens, 68, passed away Tuesday, June 13, 2023, at the T J Samson Community Hospital. A native of Barren County, she was the daughter of the late Horace Finn, Jr and Eurma Payne Finn. She was a healthcare provider. She adored her grandchildren and loved to dance. She along with her…
Read MoreEtta Jane Kinslow Garrett
GLASGOW – Etta Jane Kinslow Garrett passed peacefully into her Heavenly Home on June 12, 2023, surrounded by her family. Jane was born on February 20, 1942, to the late William Garland Kinslow and Alma Mary Moran Kinslow. She was the sixth child of their union. She married William Royce Garrett in December 1965. She…
Read MoreSummerfest Success
By PJ Martin The Herald-News The sunshine and the heat kicked into high gear for Summerfest on June 3rd, but the crowd didn’t disappoint. This year’s new event Metcalfe Idol brought out many talented people in Metcalfe County along with live performances by Bryant Stockton, The Showstoppers, and Little David and Bad Country. Vendor…
Read MoreGiving dogs a fur-ever home
By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News Important changes are coming soon to the Metcalfe County Animal Shelter. The current shelter has been taken care of by Dr. David Lafever and his wife Donna since it opened in December 2016. Their hard work has helped over 830 dogs get adopted. The shelter is only equipped…
Read MoreFunding 911
By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News The members of the Edmonton City Council met on Monday, June 5th with all members present. The main topic of the meeting was the status of the Barren/Metcalfe 911 agreement. As in years past, some members of the Barren/Metcalfe 911 Board have insisted that Metcalfe pay a large…
Read MoreJenny Kaye Wilson
GLASGOW – Jenny Kaye Wilson, 61, went to be with her Lord, Monday, June 12, 2023. She was a daughter of Lollis and Martha Rose Kelly Vernon. She was the first lady of Shepherds House Church. She is survived by her husband of 46 years, Pastor Jimmy R. Wilson; three sons, Jeremy (Renea) Wilson, Justin…
Read MoreDebi D. Kirsch
GLASGOW – Debi D. Kirsch, 67, passed away Sunday, June 11, 2023, in Bowling Green. She was born in Pontiac Michigan to the late June Frisch Kirsch and Edwin Kirsch. After graduating from Michigan State University and the University of Michigan School of Law, Debi began practicing copyright and patent law with a later change…
Read MoreMichael Clayton Lowe
SMITHS GROVE – Micheal Clayton Lowe, age 48, departed this life on Friday, June 9, 2023, at T.J. Samson Community Hospital in Glasgow. The Barren County native was born on December 20, 1974, to Clayton and Becky Lowe, also of Smiths Grove. Micheal worked for Ragle’s Concrete as a mason. He was also a member…
Read MoreDerral Alton Glass
RANDOLPH – Derral Alton Glass, 88, passed away Sunday, June 11, 2023, at his home. He was born June 16, 1934, to the late Oscar Glass and Pearl Denham Glass. Mr. Glass was a member of Hickory College Church of Christ and was a deacon until his wife passed away. He was a veteran stationed…
Read MoreHelen Marie Minor
CAVE CITY – Helen Marie Minor, 85, passed away Friday, June 9, 2023, at the Hospice House in Bowling Green, Kentucky. She was a daughter of the late Calvin and Mossie Glass Hart. She was of the Baptist Faith. She is survived by one sister, Beulah Minor; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins survive. Besides…
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