Ronald Dale Hagan
EDMONTON – Ronald Dale Hagan, 61, passed away Monday, March 24, 2026, at his residence. He was born on October 15, 1964, to the late Jessie Hagan and Ruth Ann Firkins. He was a member of Providence Point Church of the Nazarene. Ronald enjoyed going to church and fishing. He is survived by his siblings,…
Read MoreFence Discussion
By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News The Edmonton – Metcalfe Industrial Development Authority (IDA) held its regular monthly meeting on Monday, March 16th. The following members were present: Chairperson Lisa Boswell, Terry Garrett, Matt Gallagher, Luke Wilson, Secretary/Treasurer Alley Bragg, Mayor Doug Smith, Judge/Executive Larry Wilson, and PJ Martin from The Herald-News. Those absent…
Read MoreMetcalfe County 4 H Volunteers Honored – Part I
Submitted by Amy Branstetter Metcalfe County Extension Agent for 4-H Youth Development Metcalfe County 4‑H Volunteers continue to demonstrate exceptional dedication to serving youth across the county. This year, their commitment was honored at the area, state, and national levels, highlighting the tremendous impact they make in their community and beyond. More than 1,500…
Read MorePotential gubernatorial run by Comer could shape 2027 race
By Jeff Jobe Community Publisher Congressman James Comer says he is seriously considering a run for governor of Kentucky in 2027 and expects to make a decision within the next few months. “I’m getting a lot of encouragement to run for governor,” Comer said in a recent interview. “I’m seriously considering it, and even…
Read MoreBenjamin David Harper
GLASGOW – Benjamin David Harper, 74, passed away Sunday, March 22, 2026. A native of Metcalfe County, he was the son of the late Ben and Louellan Jessee Harper. Benjamin grew up around Chicago, a place that remained dear to his heart. After graduating from high school, he became a truck driver for Union Carbide.…
Read MoreLora Belle Froedge
EDMONTON – Lora Belle Forrest Froedge, 90, passed away Saturday, March 21, 2026. She passed at 2:55 PM at TJ Samson Hospital with family by her side. Lora Bell was born on Wednesday, September 18, 1935, to the late Ernest Welby and Mary Ella Forrest. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her…
Read MoreFreddie Andrew Firkins
EDMONTON – Freddie Andrew “Cotton” Firkins, 69, passed away Sunday, March 22, 2026, at his residence. He was born in Edmonton, KY, on March 2, 1957, to the late Ovie and Shirley Gardner Firkins. Mr. Firkins was an avid University of Kentucky basketball fan and enjoyed shooting pool, riding his motorcycle, and listening to rock-n-roll…
Read MoreNancy Joann Miller
GLASGOW – Nancy Joann Miller, age 66, passed away peacefully on March 21, 2026, at Barren County Nursing and Rehab. Born on April 20, 1959, in Louisville, Kentucky, to the late Sylvester Charles Miller and the late Sarah Catherine (Robinson) Miller. Throughout her career, a dedicated and beloved bookkeeper for the Kentucky State Reformatory, Nancy…
Read MoreLiz Rascoe
GLASGOW – Mary Elizabeth (Liz) Tidrow Rascoe, 1940-2026, passed away on March 21, 2026, in Glasgow, KY. She was born in Willow Grove, TN, in 1940, and was preceded in death by her parents, Lawrence and Beatrice (Riley) Tidrow, and her son, Randall Rascoe. She is survived by her children, Scott (Ladonna) Rascoe, Sherry (Matthew)…
Read MoreRichard “Rich” Wayne Lutterman
GLASGOW – Richard “Rich” Wayne Lutterman, age 58, went to be with our Lord on March 20, 2026, at 10:00 p.m. Rich was born October 8, 1967, in Louisville, KY. Rich was the son of Annie Belle Moock, of Louisville, KY, and the late Roger Glenn Lutterman, of Glasgow, KY. Rich graduated from Moore High…
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