Brownsville City Council Comes to Agreement with Leitchfield Gas
Lynn Bledsoe Gimlet Managing Editor Brownsville City Council held its regular meeting on May 5, 2026, all members were in attendance. The City Council brought forward the motion of the agreement between Brownsville City and Leitchfield Gas. The Council and city attorney Marc Lovell carefully went over the contract before a vote…
Read MoreKathy Coomer Pollak
HISEVILLE – Kathy Coomer Pollak, 72, of Vacaville, California, and formerly of Hiseville, Kentucky, passed away April 3, 2026, after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Kathy was born the seventh of ten children to Lawrence and Bernice Atwell Coomer on December 20, 1953. Kathy was a 1971 graduate of Hiseville High School and was…
Read MoreDeborah Lee Pruitt
GLASGOW – Deborah Lee (Ryan) Pruitt, age 63, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2026, in the comfort of her home, surrounded by loved ones. She was a devoted wife, loving mother, cherished daughter, sister, grandmother, and loyal friend. She was known for her fierce love, protective nature, and unwavering dedication to her family and…
Read MoreStephen Simon Cleveland
Stephen came into this world on November 21, 1973, and after an intense struggle with life, gave up the ghost and passed into the mystic on May 10, 2026. Leaving in his wake, his loving daughter, Autumn Reign Cleveland; grandchildren, Zoey, Cash, and Karter; mother, Dianna Cleveland; brothers, Paul Cleveland, and Jeff Cleveland (Brittanie); and…
Read MoreBuddy Elane Lyle
GLASGOW – Buddy Elane Lyle, 88, passed away Monday, May 11, 2026, at TJ Samson Community Hospital, surrounded by his loved ones. Born on December 12, 1937, in Green County, Kentucky, he was the son of the late Cova Lyle and Nanny Irene Thompson Lyle. Buddy was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather whose happiest…
Read MoreMCHS Names New Boys’ Basketball Coach
Torrie Osbon Communications Director Metcalfe County High School introduced its new boys’ basketball coach today. Brandon Combs joined the Hornets from Warren East, where he served as head boys basketball coach for six years and then as athletic director for six years. He previously coached at Menifee County, leading them to the 16th region…
Read MoreEdwards graduates Veterinary College
By Kim Harwood JOBEnews Contributor Shawna Lynn Edwards was a Metcalfe County High School graduate of 2019 and former south paw Lady Hornet basketball player. Shawna went on to attend Murray State University 2019- 2022 after high school graduation. From Murray she started her dream by being accepted into the Veterinary Science program in…
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By PJ Martin Editor, The Herald-News The Edmonton City Council met in regular session on Monday, May 4th, at Edmonton City Hall. Those in attendance were Mayor Doug Smith, Councilmembers Teresa Hamlett, Curt Estes, Cathy Nunn, Tommy England, and City Attorney Brian Pack. Councilmember Faye Word was absent. Others in attendance were City Clerk/Administrator…
Read MoreMay is Older Americans Month
By PJ Martin Editor | The Herald-News The Edmonton Senior Center was busy last Tuesday morning as everyone gathered for the open house and Proclamation Signing. The Barren River Area Development District (BRADD) is celebrating Older Americans Month at each senior center in the 10-county BRADD area by holding an open house and proclamation…
Read MoreBilly Eugene Dugger, Jr.
EDMONTON – Billy Eugene Dugger Jr., 61, passed away on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at his residence. He was born May 24, 1964, to the late Billy and Grace Smith Dugger. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Donita Blackburn. He was a devoted individual whose life was marked by a…
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