Glasgow mourns City Clerk
Glasgow native and beloved resident Tommie Birge passed away last Wednesday, March 31, 2021, following a battle with COVID. She was 71. Birge, who was the daughter of the late Tommy and Sarah Hunt St. Charles, was well known in the community and recognized by her broad smile and jovial disposition. Tommie was…
Read MoreGlasgow Water Company helps local charities
Jennifer Moonsong Central Division General Manager Jobe Publishing, Inc. On April 1, the Glasgow Water Company (GWC) presented $6,137.01 to three local organizations: Next Step, the Boys and Girls Club of Barren County, and Bridge Kentucky, Inc. Presenting the checks for $2,045.67 each on behalf of the company were GWC Board Member Representative…
Read MoreLocal business owner works to spotlight others
Mary Beth Sallee Reporter, Hart County News-Herald Katie Kenny and her husband, Marty, are owners of Kenny’s Sign Graphics & Screen Printing in Horse Cave. Like any other business, they’ve had to face the uncertainties of the pandemic. Thus far, they’ve been blessed to be weathering the storm well. However, when Katie learned of…
Read MoreGary Gardner Elected to Board of Directors of the Kentucky Magistrates & Commissioners Association
The Kentucky Magistrates & Commissioners Association, headquartered in Frankfort, held its annual election of officers and directors recently at the association’s annual meeting. Hart County Magistrate Gary Gardner was elected to the Board of Directors of the Kentucky Magistrates & Commissioners Association as past President, on Thursday, March 25, 2021 and sworn in by State…
Read MoreBarn Lot Theater back in the spotlight in 2021
Jennifer Moonsong Central Division General Manager Jobe Publishing, Inc. Tender, touching, witty, thrilling, or thoughtful, there is something for everyone in BLT’s recently announced schedule of plays for the remainder of the year. “We are very excited to announce our plays for the remainder of 2021,” said a press release. The theater will have…
Read MoreEducator of the Year Award
By Gaye Shaw Executive Director The Edmonton Metcalfe County Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce Kim Coleman as the recipient of the 20th Annual Metcalfe County Educator of the Year Award. Kim is a graduate of Metcalfe County High School and this is her 28th year as an educator. She is married to…
Read MoreEducator Idol Award
By Gaye Shaw Executive Director The Edmonton Metcalfe County Chamber of Commerce proudly announces Mrs. Judy Polson as the recipient of the 14th Annual Metcalfe County Educator Idol Award. Mrs. Judy Polson lives in Knob Lick and is married to Freddy Polson. They have three children, Shane and wife Dana, Casey, and Summer Polson.…
Read MoreSpeed Skating: Experiencing the excitement of the sport
Mary Beth Sallee Reporter, Hart County News-Herald Speed skating may not be a sport often highlighted, especially locally, but it certainly isn’t for the faint of heart. Speed skating consists of a group of individuals that race each other on a 100-meter flat indoor track or a 200-meter or larger outdoor track. They wear…
Read MoreBarren County Sheriff’s Office to get three used vehicles
Jennifer Moonsong Central Division General Manager Jobe Publishing, Inc. In a special called meeting of Barren County fiscal court on March 24, Sheriff Kent Keen addressed the court regarding the immediate need for new vehicles. “The sheriff’s office has ran into some bad luck with vehicles,” said Judge/Executive Hale. Keen explained that…
Read MoreLawsuit filed in death of Jeremy Marr
Jennifer Moonsong Central Division General Manager Jobe Publishing, Inc. A federal lawsuit has been filed by the family of Jeremy Marr, a 35-year-old man who died last April following a confrontation with police officers in Glasgow. The incident, which was caught on video, became the subject of national news and local protests. The…
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