Holidays, hot weather and less rain: Bigger risk of fire
By JEFF JOBE jobe@jobeinc.com For many of us, the holiday season was pretty much a time for family festivities and good cheer. But for our local firemen it was a time to be on alert. What few of us ever consider is the increased risk of home fires during the Holiday season. I certainly understand…
Read MoreIRENE BRITT VIBBERT MARTIN
GLASGOW – Irene Britt Vibbert Martin, age 80, died July 12, 2018, at the Hospice House of Southern Kentucky. Born May 9, 1938, in Indianapolis, IN, she was a daughter of the late Joe and Nellie Britt. She was a homemaker and a member of the Church of Christ. Survivors include one son, Danny Joe…
Read MoreHolidays, hot weather and less rain: Bigger risk of fire
By JEFF JOBE jobe@jobeinc.com For many of us, the holiday season was pretty much a time for family festivities and good cheer. But for our local firemen it was a time to be on alert. What few of us ever consider is the increased risk of home fires during the Holiday season. I certainly understand…
Read MoreVIVIAN HAMILTON
GLASGOW – Vivian Hamilton, age 84, passed away Tuesday, July 10, 2018, at T.J. Samson Community Hospital in Glasgow. She was the daughter of the late John Will and Eugenia Knight Vire. Vivian was retired from Metcalfe Health Care in Edmonton and of the Baptist faith. She is survived by her husband Jim Hamilton; one…
Read MoreDOLLIE D. NASH
EDMONTON – Dollie D. Nash, age 93, went to be with the Lord on July 9, 2018, with her family by her bedside. She was born January 23, 1925, to the late George and Mary Geneva Nichols Edwards. She was a member of Grace Union Baptist Church and was saved at East Fork Baptist Church.…
Read MoreMCHS Principal Kelly Bell Announces Retirement
Metcalfe County School System – Metcalfe County High School Principal Kelly Bell has announced her retirement, effective immediately. Subsequent to this decision, Bell has accepted an administrative position in Tennessee. “I will always cherish my years in the Metcalfe County School District,” Bell said. “I had planned to retire at the end of the coming…
Read MoreGovernment Center Nears Completion
PJ Martin The Herald-News – If you have driven down North Main Street recently you likely noticed the Metcalfe County Government Center building towering above all nearby. According to Sr. Project Manager Tommy Hatcher of Scott, Murphy, and Daniel, everyone should start to see the finishing touches on the outside of the building in the…
Read MoreCome one come all
There is nothing better than enjoying a good meal, being outdoors, and spending time with the family. That is why the Friends of Nolin Lake chose to host Family Fest on July 14. The first 200 participants will receive free food and Kona Ice. This is thanks to the partnership of area sponsors. Additional activities…
Read MoreState tourney runner-ups
Persistence and hard work have paid off for a baseball team in Edmonson County. The Edmonson County 8U All-Stars have captured a big win in tournament play. The tournament was held in Clarkson from July 6-8. There were six teams competing for the 8U Coach Pitch Ky State Tournament title. Head Coach Eddie Atkins added,…
Read MoreRacing to the finish line
The Green River Catfish Festival Terrapin Race began early on July 4, as the kids had their turtles checked out by Kenny Kemp to make sure they had the right kind of turtles to enter in the race. Then they moved onto the signup area where they received a number for their turtles. After the child gave…
Read More