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Deborah Lee Pruitt

GLASGOW – Deborah Lee (Ryan) Pruitt, age 63, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2026, in the comfort of her home, surrounded by loved ones. She was a devoted wife, loving mother, cherished daughter, sister, grandmother, and loyal friend. She was known for her fierce love, protective nature, and unwavering dedication to her family and…

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Stephen Simon Cleveland

Stephen came into this world on November 21, 1973, and after an intense struggle with life, gave up the ghost and passed into the mystic on May 10, 2026. Leaving in his wake, his loving daughter, Autumn Reign Cleveland; grandchildren, Zoey, Cash, and Karter; mother, Dianna Cleveland; brothers, Paul Cleveland, and Jeff Cleveland (Brittanie); and…

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Buddy Elane Lyle

GLASGOW – Buddy Elane Lyle, 88, passed away Monday, May 11, 2026, at TJ Samson Community Hospital, surrounded by his loved ones. Born on December 12, 1937, in Green County, Kentucky, he was the son of the late Cova Lyle and Nanny Irene Thompson Lyle. Buddy was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather whose happiest…

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MCHS Names New Boys’ Basketball Coach

Torrie Osbon  Communications Director    Metcalfe County High School introduced its new boys’ basketball coach today.   Brandon Combs joined the Hornets from Warren East, where he served as head boys basketball coach for six years and then as athletic director for six years.   He previously coached at Menifee County, leading them to the 16th region…

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Edwards graduates Veterinary College

By Kim Harwood JOBEnews Contributor   Shawna Lynn Edwards was a Metcalfe County High School graduate of 2019 and former south paw Lady Hornet basketball player. Shawna went on to attend Murray State University 2019- 2022 after high school graduation. From Murray she started her dream by being accepted into the Veterinary Science program in…

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Fair Funding

By PJ Martin Editor, The Herald-News   The Edmonton City Council met in regular session on Monday, May 4th, at Edmonton City Hall. Those in attendance were Mayor Doug Smith, Councilmembers Teresa Hamlett, Curt Estes, Cathy Nunn, Tommy England, and City Attorney Brian Pack. Councilmember Faye Word was absent. Others in attendance were City Clerk/Administrator…

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May is Older Americans Month

By PJ Martin Editor | The Herald-News   The Edmonton Senior Center was busy last Tuesday morning as everyone gathered for the open house and Proclamation Signing. The Barren River Area Development District (BRADD) is celebrating Older Americans Month at each senior center in the 10-county BRADD area by holding an open house and proclamation…

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Billy Eugene Dugger, Jr.

EDMONTON – Billy Eugene Dugger Jr., 61, passed away on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at his residence. He was born May 24, 1964, to the late Billy and Grace Smith Dugger. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Donita Blackburn. He was a devoted individual whose life was marked by a…

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Dan Allen Ashford

GLASGOW – Dan Allen Ashford, 72, passed away peacefully on May 8, 2026, at TJ Samson Hospital, surrounded by the love of his family. He was the son of the late Bobby Ashford and Kimmel Parrish Owens. Dan, a God-fearing man who accepted the Lord at an early age, spent much of his life faithfully…

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Paul Raymond Barron

CAVE CITY – Paul Raymond Barron, age 84, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 7, 2026, at his home, surrounded by family. Paul was born in Monmouth, Illinois, on June 25, 1941, a son of the late Kenneth Wayne and Bessie Edith (Cline) Barron. He married Patricia Ann Dennison on September 8, 1966, at the…

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