Pamela Brooks
MAMMOTH CAVE – Pamela Brooks, age 72, departed this life on Monday, May 29, 2023, at her residence. The Edmonson County native was born on December 5, 1950, to the late Walter and Ruth Reed. She was married to Clyde Brooks, who preceded her in death. Pam worked hard as a housewife and took care…
Read MoreTo build or not to build
By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News The Metcalfe County Fiscal Court met on Tuesday, May 23rd with all in attendance. Cathy Nunn addressed the court as a citizen of Metcalfe County speaking for others who do not want a stage built in the historic courthouse yard. She stated, “We don’t feel like the building…
Read MoreTicks: The Parasites that are Back and Biting
By Mary Beth Sallee Jobe Publishing, Inc. It’s that time of year again. Beautiful sunshine, warmer weather, and flowers blooming. But just as spring is underway, so is tick season. What are ticks? Ticks are the disease-spreading parasites that not only are an irritating nuisance but also the cause of several illnesses and diseases.…
Read MoreMay is Beef Month
By Lynn Hawkins Photos by Lynn Hawkins and students Did you know that Kentucky is the largest beef state east of the Mississippi River? With over 32,000 beef farms across our state, the beef industry has a huge impact on our economy and food sources. While we celebrate National Beef Month, it is important…
Read MoreKentucky volunteer inducted into National 4-H Hall of Fame
By Jordan Strickler University of Kentucky The National 4-H Council announced that long-time volunteer and Kentucky native, Linda Branstetter, will be inducted into the National 4-H Hall of Fame. The prestigious award recognizes Branstetter for five decades of 4-H service and her significant contributions to the community. “I was surprised and overwhelmed,” Branstetter said.…
Read MorePhoto gallery: Memorial Day Service held in Glasgow
Dottie Linda Lake
BOWLING GREEN – Dottie Linda Lake, 72, Kentucky formerly of Glasgow, Kentucky, passed away Saturday, May 27, 2023, at the Medical Center in Bowling Green. She was the daughter of the late James Dennis and Dorothy Haynes Green. She was a retired accountant at WKU and a member of the First Baptist Church in Bowling…
Read MorePhillip C. Scott
HARDYVILLE – Phillip C. Scott, 62, Hardyville, passed away Friday, May 26, 2023, at his residence. A native of Allen County, he was the son of the late Henry and Evelyn Norris Scott. He was an OTR truck driver and farmer. Survivors include his wife, Connie; one daughter, Carla Peterson (Mikey) of Glasgow; two grandchildren,…
Read MoreJames Alfred Huff
GLASGOW – James Alfred Huff, 59, of Glasgow, Kentucky, passed away Thursday, May 25, 2023, at T. J. Samson Community Hospital. He was the son of the late Rufus Taylor Huff and Nellie Mae Pedigo Huff. He is survived by two daughters, April Huff (Randall Condon) and Jennifer Huff (John Jewell); one son, John Barbour;…
Read MoreDickie Gene Saltsman
BEE SPRINGS – Dickie Gene Saltsman, age 76, departed this life on Saturday, May 27, 2023, at his home. The Edmonson County native was born on June 22, 1946, to the late Bro. Willard and Ivil Meredith Saltsman. He was preceded in death by his companion, Virginia Jewell. Dickie Gene was a former lineman for…
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