Edmonson County Lions Club 2025 Christmas Parade
Photos by Lynn Bledsoe and Rrene Duvall Edmonson County Lions Club held its annual Christmas Parade on November 30, 2025. This year’s theme was A Musical Christmas. There were lots of sirens, horns and lights to delight parade goers. The kids loved getting the candy thrown by the different floats. Leo…
Read MoreCity Council Deals with End of Year Business
Lynn Bledsoe Gimlet Editor Brownsville City council held its regular meeting on December 1, 2025. All Council members were present except Justin Meredith and Melinda Vanmeter. The repairs were made to the garbage truck at a cost of $????. In unfinished business Leitchfield Gas’ attorney is still working on the contract. They…
Read MoreJeffrey Wayne Thomas
GLASGOW – Jeffrey Wayne Thomas, a beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully at his residence in Glasgow, Kentucky, on December 11, 2025, at the age of 57. Born on March 1, 1968, in Horse Cave, Kentucky, Jeff was a dedicated roofer and construction worker who took great pride in his work throughout…
Read MoreMary Bennett Miller
BOWLING GREEN – Mary Bennett Miller, age 85, was surrounded by her family when she peacefully departed this life on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at the Hospice House in Bowling Green. The Hart County native was born on February 19, 1940, to the late William Harv and Iva Mae Logsdon Gipson. She was married to…
Read MoreJanice F. Curry
EDMONTON – Janice Faye Perkins Curry, daughter of the late Warren Perkins and Mildred Gentry Perkins, was born on Monday, June 16, 1952, in Green County and departed this life on Monday, December 8, 2025, at TJ Samson Hospital. She was 73 years, 5 months, and 22 days of age. She had made a profession…
Read MoreLola Frances Pierce
BOWLING GREEN – Lola Frances Pierce, 76, passed away Sunday, December 7, 2025, at the Bowling Green Medical Center. She was born in Albany, KY, on June 25, 1949, to the late Johnny and Mary Upchurch Pierce. Lola was of the Christian faith. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her…
Read MoreBill Swafford
GLASGOW – Bill Swafford, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on December 8, 2025, at TJ Samson Community Hospital. Born on May 16, 1948, in Seneca, South Carolina, Bill lived a life filled with dedication to his family and community. Bill was a member of Gethsemane Baptist Church and was a proud…
Read MoreKathy Lorraine Holley
GLASGOW – Kathy Lorraine Holley, 57, passed away Monday, December 8, 2025, at her residence, surrounded by her family. She was the daughter of the late Jerry P. Walden and Norma Jean Wilson Walden. She was a retired Barren County School special needs teacher. She is survived by her loving husband, Herbert “Harry” Holley; two…
Read MoreIntegrity in Public Service — and a Call for Strong Local Leadership
By Jeff Jobe, Community Publisher Jobe Publishing Inc. Candidates with integrity—and genuine respect for the office they hold—do something too often forgotten in modern politics: they notify voters of their intentions before filing deadlines close. It is a small act on the surface, but a powerful one for transparency, fairness, and community trust. A true…
Read MoreBonnie Lou Jackson
GLASGOW – Bonnie Lou Jackson, a cherished Mary Kay Consultant and beloved community member, passed away on December 8, 2025, at TJ Samson Community Hospital. Born on August 31, 1935, in Glasgow, Kentucky, Bonnie’s life was marked by an unwavering dedication to her family and the fulfillment of her career. For an impressive 68 years,…
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