Janice F. Curry
EDMONTON – Janice Faye Perkins Curry, daughter of the late Warren Perkins and Mildred Gentry Perkins, was born on Monday, June 16, 1952, in Green County and departed this life on Monday, December 8, 2025, at TJ Samson Hospital. She was 73 years, 5 months, and 22 days of age. She had made a profession…
Read MoreLola Frances Pierce
BOWLING GREEN – Lola Frances Pierce, 76, passed away Sunday, December 7, 2025, at the Bowling Green Medical Center. She was born in Albany, KY, on June 25, 1949, to the late Johnny and Mary Upchurch Pierce. Lola was of the Christian faith. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her…
Read MoreBill Swafford
GLASGOW – Bill Swafford, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on December 8, 2025, at TJ Samson Community Hospital. Born on May 16, 1948, in Seneca, South Carolina, Bill lived a life filled with dedication to his family and community. Bill was a member of Gethsemane Baptist Church and was a proud…
Read MoreKathy Lorraine Holley
GLASGOW – Kathy Lorraine Holley, 57, passed away Monday, December 8, 2025, at her residence, surrounded by her family. She was the daughter of the late Jerry P. Walden and Norma Jean Wilson Walden. She was a retired Barren County School special needs teacher. She is survived by her loving husband, Herbert “Harry” Holley; two…
Read MoreIntegrity in Public Service — and a Call for Strong Local Leadership
By Jeff Jobe, Community Publisher Jobe Publishing Inc. Candidates with integrity—and genuine respect for the office they hold—do something too often forgotten in modern politics: they notify voters of their intentions before filing deadlines close. It is a small act on the surface, but a powerful one for transparency, fairness, and community trust. A true…
Read MoreBonnie Lou Jackson
GLASGOW – Bonnie Lou Jackson, a cherished Mary Kay Consultant and beloved community member, passed away on December 8, 2025, at TJ Samson Community Hospital. Born on August 31, 1935, in Glasgow, Kentucky, Bonnie’s life was marked by an unwavering dedication to her family and the fulfillment of her career. For an impressive 68 years,…
Read MoreIntegrity in Public Service — Call for Strong Local Leadership
By Jeff Jobe, Community Publisher Jobe Publishing Inc. Jobe@jobeinc.com Candidates with integrity—and genuine respect for the office they hold—do something too often forgotten in modern politics: they notify voters of their intentions before filing deadlines close. It is a small act on the surface, but a powerful one for transparency, fairness, and community trust. A…
Read MoreAn Uneventful Meeting
By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News The Edmonton City Council met in regular session on Monday, December 1st, at the Edmonton City Hall. Those in attendance were Mayor Doug Smith, Councilmembers Teresa Hamlett, Curt Estes, Cathy Nunn, Faye Word, Tommy England, and City Attorney Brian Pack. Others in attendance were City Clerk/Administrator Dawn Devore,…
Read MoreDEA Launches Fentanyl Free America Initiative to Combat the Synthetic Drug Crisis
Jim Scott Special Agent in Charge Louisville Division Kevin McWilliams, Public Information Office The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration is intensifying its fight against the deadly threat of synthetic opioids with the launch of Fentanyl Free America, a comprehensive enforcement initiative and public awareness campaign aimed at reducing both the supply and demand for…
Read MoreGlasgow Approves Financial Incentives for Property Developer
By Allyson Dix, Managing Editor/Barren County Progress After lengthy discussion and an attempt to table the item, the Glasgow City Council approved 8-1 a municipal order on Monday night that will provide financial incentives for a developer planning a housing unit on Cleveland Avenue. The order allows the city to issue and sale up to…
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