Bonnie Lou Edwards
CENTER – Bonnie Lou Edwards, 72, passed away Saturday, January 10, 2026, at Metcalfe Health & Rehab. She was born July 12, 1953, in Greensburg, KY, to the late Frank and Myrtle Estes Gibson. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Timmie Edwards; her daughter, Laura White; three sisters, Ruth, Brenda,…
Read More23 Candidates Force First-Ever Glasgow Council Primary; Full Candidate Listing
By Allyson Dix, Managing Editor/Barren County Progress The City of Glasgow has a record-setting candidate filing with 23 candidates by the January 9 deadline. Barren County Clerk Helena Chase Birdwell said on Friday evening that despite attempts to find information on any former primary races for Glasgow City Council Members, none could be found. “We…
Read MoreLady Bears Beat Out Lady Scotties in First round of the Caveland Classic
Lynn Bledsoe Jobe Reporter The Butler County Lady Bears faced off against the Glasgow Lady Scotties on December 29, at Rafferty’s, Double Dog- Caveland Classic, held at Edmonson County High School. In the third quarter the score was tied at 33 to 33, which goes to show you all the girls played…
Read MoreLady Bears go 2-4 in Classics
By Greg Moore Banner Sports Editor After a 4-1 start, the Butler County Lady Bears are looking to regroup following the Best of Twin Lakes Holiday Classic before Christmas and the Rafferty’s/Double Dogs Caveland Classic before the new year. They were 1-2 in both tournaments and will look to build from their…
Read MoreChristmas Night Tragedy Turns Into a Miracle Rescue
Special to The Edmonson News ***The following is a community interest story provided by Dillon Beckner to the Edmonson News.*** On December 25, around 9:00 p.m., Dillon Beckner received a call regarding a coon dog that had gone into a cave and did not come back out. Beckner contacted the owner…
Read MoreCave Country Trails to Host Public Workshops
Staff Report Cave Country Trails, Inc. will host public workshops in January and February to gather input on plans highlighting the Kentucky portion of the historic John Muir 1,000 Mile Walk to the Gulf. The project focuses on the route taken by naturalist John Muir during his 1867 journey through Kentucky, including stops…
Read MoreCasey Ray Thomas
GLASGOW – Casey Ray Thomas, born on October 15, 1975, passed away peacefully at his residence on January 7, 2026. He was a beloved son, brother, and father, whose legacy of love and dedication will always be remembered by those who knew him. For 30 years, Casey devoted his career to Span Tech as a…
Read MorePat Lakin
GLASGOW – Pat Lakin (Gerald Patrick Lakin) died on September 27, 2025. His ashes will be buried in the Glasgow Municipal Cemetery on January 10, 2026, at 1:00 PM. His brother, Larry Lakin, survives him. Reverend Wayne Hensley will officiate the service. All friends are invited. Pat was born and raised in Glasgow, KY. Joined…
Read MoreGlasgow Man Charged with Murder After Juvenile Dies in Collision
By Allyson Dix, Managing Editor/Barren County Progress A Glasgow man is now facing a murder charge after a child died in a vehicle collision last May. Cory Bowles, 31, was arrested on January 6 and lodged in the Barren County Detention Center, according to Kentucky State Police Public Affairs Officer Katan Parker. According…
Read MoreCarol Janette McGuire
GLASGOW – Carol Janette Renfro McGuire, born on September 18, 1936, in Glasgow, Kentucky, passed away on January 4, 2026, at NHC Healthcare in Glasgow. She was a beloved daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, whose life was a testament to love, dedication, and faith. A devoted homemaker and caretaker, Janette took great…
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