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Forces Clash in Cave City
By Allyson Dix, Managing Editor/Barren County Progress In an unexpected move, Cave City Police Chief Paul Reynolds launched a series of complaints against Councilwoman Leticia Cline during Monday evening’s council meeting, prompting Mayor Dwayne Hatcher to abruptly adjourn the session after attempting to unsuccessfully intercede an escalating discussion. While not listed on the agenda, it was…
Read MoreGlasgow man charged with Park City murder
By Allyson Dix, Managing Editor/Barren County Progress A murder investigation is underway after a fatal shooting in Park City. Kentucky State Police said they were asked to assist the Barren County Sheriff’s Office regarding a death investigation just before 10:00 p.m. on September 4. Thomas J. Orlando, 40 of Glasgow, was arrested and charged with…
Read MoreSkid Steer Rampage
A civil dispute turns criminal Staff Report Many call it ‘Wow Town,’ but on Saturday, August 23rd, Treasure Trove Park turned into shock town after a man in a skid steer rampaged through the grounds, leading someone to open fire and shoot at the driver. Authorities say that 76-year-old Roy Spiker was arrested and charged…
Read MoreA Rockin’ Success: Local nonprofit helps launch students in their new school year
Local nonprofit hosts Rock the Block to help launch students in their new school year By Allyson Dix, Managing Editor/Barren County Progress The heat didn’t stop the fun on the downtown Square in Glasgow last Saturday. Old Timers Reunion hosted a Rock the Block bash for students returning to school. The local nonprofit along with…
Read MoreRock the Block event slated for August 16
By Allyson Dix, Managing Editor/Barren County Progress Local non-profit aims to help students with free supplies, laptop raffle This Saturday, the Old Timers Reunion is hosting a back-to-school bash, Rock the Block for students and their parents in both Glasgow and Barren County school districts. The fun will kick off at 10 a.m. and run…
Read MoreCommentary: The difference between compassion and cruelty
Commentary by Allyson Dix, Managing Editor of the Barren County Progress It was one of those sweltering Kentucky mornings–the kind where the sun seems to sit still in the sky, casting down heat like a heavy blanket. In spite of it all, people gathered in droves for a community event, smiles mixing with sweat, trying…
Read MoreInto the Darkness: How Glasgow Fire Prepares for Mayday
By Allyson Dix, Managing Editor of the Barren County Progress It’s hard for the average person to truly grasp what firefighters face each time they respond to a call. Stepping into a burning building–often unfamiliar and unpredictable–is something most of us can only picture from a distance. But for the men and women behind the…
Read MoreCrystal Onyx Cave Celebrates 60 Years, 60% discount with this special phrase!
By Allyson Dix, Jobe Publishing, Inc. Crystal Onyx Cave is celebrating its 60th anniversary on Thursday and visitors can take advantage of a 60% discount on the entry fee by just wishing them happy anniversary! In commemoration of 60 years, the family owned and operated business looks forward to seeing you on Thursday. Just say, “Happy…
Read MoreFuture Sports Complex planned for Barren County
By Allyson Dix, Managing Editor/Barren County Progress Glasgow Mayor Henry Royse announced yesterday evening in a council meeting the first planned project for the Cleveland Avenue property, which the city purchased in September 2024. The city purchased around 161 acres with a $6,147,640 price tag last year. Since then, many questions, suggestions, and scenarios…
Read MoreBrothers Racking Up Legacies
By Allyson Dix Jobe Publishing, Inc. Two brothers recently returned from a national billiards expo where they mingled among some of the highest billiard champions in the world. Johnny and Dylan Hammontree set out for a 10-day trip to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in April for the 2025 Super Billiards Expo and brought home not only…
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