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Judith Elaine Perry

GLASGOW – Judith Elaine Perry, a beloved homemaker and devoted family member, passed away on November 26, 2025, at the Barren County Nursing and Rehabilitation. She was born on May 21, 1951, in Muncie, Indiana. Judith dedicated her life to her family, nurturing them with love as she balanced the roles of mother, grandmother, and…

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Etta Elizabeth Calvert

GLASGOW – Etta Elizabeth Calvert, age 94, went to her heavenly home on November 25, 2025.  Born on July 20, 1931, in Barren County, Kentucky, Etta was the daughter of the late Clarence Martin and Mae (Turner) Martin and one of fourteen siblings. Etta was a graduate of Hiseville High School and then received teaching…

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Alicia Yvonne Darnell

GLASGOW – Alicia Yvonne Darnell, 58, passed away on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Alicia was the steady hands and open heart of her family. Known for her kindness, she was always caring and giving. She was a talented crafter, quilter, and an exceptional cook—especially known for her infamous cornbread. Her favorite…

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Barbara Jean Branstetter

EDMONTON – Barbara Jean Simmons Branstetter, 93, was born February 11, 1932, in the community of Finney in Barren County, KY. She peacefully met with her Lord and Savior on November 27, 2025. Mrs. W. Kenneth Branstetter was a member of God’s family and a founding member of South Edmonton Church of Christ. She was…

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Two Crashes, Two Investigations; One Man Passenger for Both

Police Confirm DUI Charge Stems from Earlier Wreck; Fatal Second Crash Brings Murder Charge By Jeff Jobe Jobe Publishing, Inc. GLASGOW — Glasgow Police have confirmed that 21-year-old Jabari Sweatt was involved in two unrelated incidents on Oct. 17, 2025 — a late-afternoon DUI investigation and a nighttime crash that claimed three young lives. Police…

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Caverna Schools Back in the News After New Child Safety Concerns Emerge

By Jeff Jobe – Jobe Publishing, Inc. CAVE CITY — The Caverna Independent School District is once again facing scrutiny over student-safety practices after a new classroom video surfaced this week showing a young elementary student crying while a staff member attempted to calm him. The incident follows months of high-profile concerns previously reported by…

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Albert Parnell Jr.

GREENSBURG – Albert Parnell Jr., 90, passed away Saturday, November 22, 2025. He was born June 13, 1935, in Metcalfe County to the late Albert and Lora Strader Parnell. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his two sons, Charles and Edward Parnell, his siblings, Leamen Parnell, J.T. Parnell, Audrey Parnell Blaydes, Dorothy…

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Funding Woes

By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News   The Metcalfe County Fiscal Court held a special-called meeting on Thursday, November 20th, with the following in attendance: Judge/Executive Larry Wilson, Magistrates Daniel Bragg, Harvey Hawkins, and Kevin Crain, and Treasurer/Fiscal Court Clerk Page Edwards. Magistrate Ronnie Miller and County Attorney Sharon Howard arrived late. Judge Wilson declared…

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Business as Usual

By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News   The Edmonton-Metcalfe Industrial Development Authority (IDA) held its November meeting on Monday, November 17. The following members were present: Chairperson Lisa Boswell, Terry Garrett, Jerry Garmon, Matt Gallagher, Luke Wilson, and others in attendance were Secretary/Treasurer Alley Bragg, Mayor Doug Smith, and PJ Martin from The Herald-News. Absent…

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