Linda Delk Smith
GLASGOW – Linda Delk Smith passed away on December 24, 2025, surrounded by her family. She was born in Glasgow, Ky., to the late Amel and Mabel Delk. She held various positions throughout her career and was happily retired. Her hobbies included quilting and crocheting. She enjoyed a Coca-Cola and a good movie. Her favorite…
Read MoreDianne Parker-Kane
BROWNSVILLE – Dianne Parker-Kane, 61, passed away Thursday, December 25, 2025. Dianne was born in Red Bud, IL, on October 10, 1964, to the late James and Alberta Parker. Dianne was of the Pentecostal faith and belonged to the Pentecostals of Sparta Church in Sparta, IL. She loved church, gospel music, her family, and animals.…
Read MoreLouise Spradlin Garrett
GLASGOW – Louise Spradlin Garrett, 84, passed away Friday, December 26, 2025, at her residence. She was born September 3, 1941, to the late Gorie and Dorothy Jeffries Spradlin. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers James Howard Spradlin and Homer Spradlin. Louise was an avid gardener who enjoyed nurturing her…
Read MoreBonnie Sue Ragle
GLASGOW – Bonnie Sue Ragle, 61, passed away Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at the Shanti Niketan Hospice Home in Glasgow. A native of Barren County, she was the daughter of the late Robert Alvis York and Wanda Sue Likens York. After graduating from Glasgow High School and then receiving her degree in Early Childhood Development…
Read MorePatsy Ann Scott
GLASGOW – Patsy Ann Scott, 82, passed away Monday, December 22, 2025, at the Medical Center in Bowling Green, Kentucky. She was the daughter of the late Maxie Scott and Katherine Marie Gassaway Scott. A 1961 graduate of Suda E. Butler High School, a secretary to several law firms, and an administrative executive secretary for…
Read MoreSpencer Lee Thompson
EDMONTON – Spencer Lee Thompson, 88, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at the Shanti Niketan Hospice Home. Spencer was born on June 25, 1937, to the late Raymond and Delcie Dile Thompson. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Lonnie Thompson, and his brothers, Jimmy Thompson and Joe…
Read MoreLegislative Task Force Releases Health Recommendations
By Jeff Jobe Jobe Publishing News Services FRANKFORT — A legislative task force created earlier this year has unanimously approved a series of recommendations aimed at improving health outcomes across Kentucky ahead of the 2026 General Assembly. The Make America Healthy Again Kentucky Task Force was established by House Speaker David Osborne and Senate President…
Read MoreLady Bears too physical for Muhlenberg
By Greg Moore Banner Sports Editor The BCHS Lady Bears played their first game of the season in the Bearcave on Monday night, December 15th. The BCHS Pep Band opened the night with the “Star Spangled Banner” in front of a decent crowd; then, Coach Belcher’s young ladies went to work. They…
Read MoreHoliday Ham Giveaway Brings Smiles
“It’s a wonderful day here in Morgantown, and we’ve really looked forward to passing out holiday hams to our members,” said Lynn Pendley, WRECC Member Services Supervisor. Morgantown Mission is honored to team up with Warren RECC and TVA,” Morgantown Mission Director Shawna Aschoff said. “It’s truly a blessing to see so…
Read MoreNursing Home Caroling
Aleah Briones Intern Reporter On December 13, 2025, the Edmonson County Nursing and Rehabilitation Center was filled with warmth and holiday cheer as the residents enjoyed a beautiful afternoon of Christmas carols. A group of individuals from Community Church at Cedar Springs gathered to share the joy of the season,…
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