Danny Keith Tibbs
CAVE CITY – Danny Keith Tibbs, age 75, departed this life on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at his residence. The Barren County native was born on December 18, 1949, to the late Virginia Nell Perkins and Denny and Runell Tibbs. He was married to his devoted wife and best friend, Bonnie Adwell Tibbs. Danny retired…
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GLASGOW – Stephen “Steve” Guy Strickland, age 76, passed away on August 20th, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was a dedicated Soldier, Daddy, Pawpaw, Brother, and “Uncle Steve” to all. He was born May 12, 1949, in Mason, Michigan, the son of the late Don and Agnes ( Jamieson) Strickland. Steve graduated from…
Read MoreButler County Distributes Thousands of Free Weather Radios
Story and pictures by Beverly Bonilla On August 9, NOAA Weather Alert Radios were offered to all Butler County residents for free. The NOAA Weather Alert Radios were given out as an initiative aimed at keeping everyone safe and informed during severe weather that may impact on our area. The Butler County…
Read MoreBusy Agenda for Fiscal Court
Lynn Bledsoe Banner Reporter Butler County Fiscal Court held its regular meeting on August 11. All magistrates were in attendance. In the old business, the Fiscal Court approved accepting the bid from Williams Flooring in the amount of $1,324.79 to install flooring in the ferry houses. After a closed session, the Fiscal…
Read MoreFiscal Court Holds Short Meeting
Lynn Bledsoe Gimlet Managing Editor Aug. 11, 2025, Fiscal Court meeting was held. All magistrates were present except for TJ Massey. In the road report the mow/trim mower is not being used right now due to needing repairs. Mowers are out in the county. The Road Dept. is working on flex road…
Read MoreProtesters Stay Strong but Silent
Lynn Bledsoe Gimlet Managing Editor Protesters gathered outside the courthouse in Brownsville on Thursday, August 14 to stage a silent protest. Protesters stated they were tired of things being swept under the rug in Edmonson County. Protesters voiced frustration that bail decisions seemed to be biased. They felt a $2,500 bond for…
Read MoreNorma Jean Humes Coomer
SUMMER SHADE – Norma Jean Humes Coomer, 80, passed away Tuesday, August 19, 2025, at Signature Health of Monroe County. She was born on February 13, 1945, in Edmonton, KY, to the late Leslie Humes and Lovie Syra Judd. She was also preceded in death by a grandson, Jessie White. Mrs. Coomer was of the…
Read MoreLouie Jeffrey Williams
GLASGOW – Louie Jeffrey Williams, a dedicated heavy equipment operator and superintendent for Dirt Works, passed away on August 20, 2025, at TJ Samson Community Hospital. He was born on February 7, 1963, in Glasgow, Kentucky. Louie lived a life rich with passion and a commitment to both his profession and personal interests. Outside of…
Read MoreBobby Eugene Burgess
GLASGOW – Bobby Eugene Burgess, 73, passed away Tuesday, August 19, 2025, at Skyline Medical Center in Nashville. He was the son of the late Haskel Burgess and Vic C. Agers Burgess. He was retired from the Barren County Board of Education. He was a dedicated bus driver for over 40 years. Bobby loved working…
Read MoreA Rockin’ Success: Local nonprofit helps launch students in their new school year
Local nonprofit hosts Rock the Block to help launch students in their new school year By Allyson Dix, Managing Editor/Barren County Progress The heat didn’t stop the fun on the downtown Square in Glasgow last Saturday. Old Timers Reunion hosted a Rock the Block bash for students returning to school. The local nonprofit along with…
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