Judy Carol Polson
KNOB LICK – Judy Carol Polson, aged 80, passed away on September 28, 2026, at home surrounded by her family. She was born on December 9, 1945, in Little Barren, Kentucky, to her beloved parents, Frank and Margie South Jones. As an educator for nearly three decades in Metcalfe County, Kentucky, she taught thousands of…
Read MoreNancy A. Finn
GLASGOW – Nancy A. Finn, 71, passed away Tuesday, September 29, 2026, at her residence. A native of Jefferson County, she was the daughter of the late William Gobel Finn and Anna Elizabeth Leathermon Finn. She was a retired recruiter with the United States Army and also of R. R. Donnelley & Sons. She is…
Read MoreJames C. Lyons
GLASGOW – James (Jimmy) C. Lyons, Jr., 69, born on August 13, 1957, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on Sunday, September 27, 2026, after a lengthy illness. Jimmy was the son of the late James C. Lyons, Sr. and Evelyn Patterson Lyons. He was a lifelong resident of the Bon Ayr Community, where…
Read MoreFall Chamber Breakfast: Carhartt Business of the Quarter
By PJ Martin Editor, The Herald-News The fall Edmonton-Metcalfe Chamber of Commerce breakfast was held at the new fairgrounds building last Tuesday morning. After the Chamber President Gina Gibson welcomed everyone, Tina Wilson of Wilsons Bookkeeping gave the invocation. Gibson then announced the Business of the Quarter as Carhartt and presented the award to Ginger…
Read MoreCommunity Medical Care Programs Help Southcentral Kentucky Residents Overcome Health Care Barriers
By PJ Martin Editor, The Herald-News For some residents, the cost of medications, transportation, and other health care needs can create barriers to receiving necessary medical care. Community Medical Care (CMC), a program of the T.J. Community Mission Foundation, offers help to qualifying residents in Barren, Metcalfe, and Adair counties through programs designed to…
Read MoreGrants and Tax Rates
By PJ Martin Editor, The Herald-News The Edmonton City Council met in a special called session on Thursday, September 24th. Those in attendance were Mayor Doug Smith, Council members Teresa Hamlett, Curt Estes, Cathy Nunn, Faye Word, and Tommy England, Police Chief David Robertson, City Clerk/Administrator Dawn Devore, and PJ Martin from The Herald-News.…
Read MoreNew Treasurer Sworn In
By PJ Martin Editor, The Herald-News The Metcalfe County fiscal court met in regular session on Thursday, September 24, with magistrates Ronnie Miller, Daniel Bragg, Harvey Hawkins, and Kevin Crain present. Others in attendance were Judge/Executive Larry Wilson, Clerk/Treasurer Page Edwards, Connie Taylor, County Treasurer, Attorney Sharon Howard, and Road Supervisor Chris Compton, Others…
Read MoreErnest Dean Martin
JOLIET, IL – Ernest Dean Martin, age 78, passed away on January 28, 2026, at Silver Cross Hospital following a 7-year battle with kidney disease. Up until the end, Ernie maintained his kindness, appreciation of life, and love for his family. He was the first-born child of Ellis and Ina (Hoogstraat) Martin. His mother, age…
Read MoreAustin Worth Perkins
GLASGOW – Austin Worth Perkins, 32, passed away on September 27, 2026. From a young age, Austin had a heart for helping others. Caring for the people he loved was simply a part of who he was. He was always willing to lend a hand, offer support, or check in to make sure everything was…
Read MoreGriffin Alexander Gardner, Jr.
CENTER – Griffin Alexander Gardner, Jr., age 85, passed away on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at his home. He worked as an architect draftsman, was a self-taught piano player, and was an avid artist. Griffin proudly served our country during the Vietnam War, and was a devout and faithful Catholic. He was preceded in death…
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