Jail, former deputy under scrutiny for condition of K9
Mary Beth Sallee, Reporter Jobe Publishing, Inc. The Hart County Jail and its former employee, James Kersey, have recently come under scrutiny due to the questionable treatment and condition of Ragnar, the jail’s K9. On January 27, a post was made on Facebook by a “concerned K9 professional” regarding the poor health and condition…
Read MoreJobe Publishing welcomes new sales representative
Jennifer Moonsong Central Division General Manager Jobe Publishing, Inc. Jobe Publishing is proud to welcome Metcalfe County native and Barren County resident, Casey Basil. Basil is a 2006 graduate of MCHS. She is the mother of a ten year old boy and a four year old girl. Following high school, Basil worked…
Read MoreHornets win with 76 to 67 over Cumberland
Johnnie Tarter Jobe Publishing Contributor Peyton Dial led the Hornets to their victory over Cumberland County, with 31 points, 6 rebounds, and 4 assists. Senior Boston Devore kick-started the game scoring the first bucket. The Hornets ended the first quarter down 20-14 but rallied back to end the first half up 34-29 over the…
Read MoreJAMES RAY “BUTCH” SMITH
EDMONTON – James Ray “Butch” Smith, 74, passed away Saturday, January 30, 2021, at his home. Born June 10, 1946, he was the son of the late James and Thelma Martin Smith. He was a self-employed logger. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Norma Jean Bragg Smith of Edmonton; a daughter, Melissa…
Read MoreKeeping the beat in changing times
Jennifer Moonsong Central Division General Manager Jobe Publishing, Inc. Many people across south central Kentucky know the broad smile, boundless energy, and athletic accomplishments of Edmonton’s Jessica Tucker. Since childhood she has devoted her life to dance, running, cycling, and swimming and her wall of ribbons is a testament to it. However, to…
Read MoreSarah Strong
By Morgan Vincent Reporter An Edmonson County native is fighting for her life in Louisville, Kentucky. The only daughter of Steve and Jill Skaggs, Sarah Childress, is an established member of our local community. Together with her husband, Jarrid Childress, they have three daughters: Ellie(13), Addie(11), Isla(5). On Monday, January 11th, Sarah began experiencing…
Read MoreLLOYD WALLINGFORD HAFLING, JR.
EDMONTON – Lloyd Wallingford Hafling Jr., 78, fondly known by his loving family and friends as Sonny, embraced his Lord and Savior on Monday, January 25, 2021. Born July 4, 1942, of the late Lloyd Sr. and Pauline Elizabeth VanNatta Hafling of Louisville, Kentucky, Sonny deeply loved his faith and family. He proudly served at…
Read MoreEDWARD “JUNIOR” CAFFEE, JR.
EDMONTON – Edward Caffee, Jr., 86, passed away Monday, January 25, 2021, at T.J. Samson Community Hospital in Glasgow. He was born May 27, 1934, the son of the late Edward Sr. and Bessie Wilson Caffee. Junior as he was known farmed all his life in the Gascon Community of Metcalfe County. He had a…
Read MoreBC School System Employee Wins Award
Jennifer Moonsong Central Division General Manager Jobe Publishing, Inc. Shelly Thomas, Youth Service Center Coordinator for the Barren County School District is a recipient of the new KESSP award. Thomas has been the Youth Service Center Coordinator at Barren County High School for the past three years. Her job is to works with…
Read MoreBest Buddies: BCHS club focused on inclusion, friendship
Mary Beth Sallee, Reporter Jobe Publishing, Inc. When one hears the word disability, it’s easy to judge someone based upon what they are not able to do instead of what they can do. But Barren County High School (BCHS) is working to change that aspect one person – and one buddy – at a…
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