Monroe/Metcalfe Counties
Ring the bell for literacy
Jennifer Moonsong Division Publisher Barren and Metcalfe 2nd grader Kennon Matthews was one of approximately 230 children who rang the bell for literary at the historic courthouse. Since the onset of Covid this annual tradition has been delayed, however, the tradition has now resumed, as a means of marking the milestones of learning to…
Read MoreMetcalfe Fiscal Court – A doggone problem
Jennifer Moonsong Division Publisher Barren and Metcalfe Perhaps the most pressing matter at the regularly scheduled meeting of Metcalfe County Fiscal Court on April 12th arose in “other business”. Animal control officer Billy Coomer addressed the court. “The animal shelter has refused to take dogs for several weeks. The last dog they…
Read MoreDalton’s Law
Jennifer Moonsong Division Publisher Barren and Metcalfe In December 2020, Glasgow’s beloved 22-year-old Dalton Bishop met with an untimely fate, when he ingested fentanyl. Dalton is warmly remembered for his kind, giving nature. “Dalton had a heart of gold, and he was always, always thinking about what he could do for others,” said Dalton’s…
Read MoreMC Fiscal Court: Special called meeting
Jennifer Moonsong Division Publisher Barren and Metcalfe Last Friday, April 1, a special called meeting of the Metcalfe County fiscal court was held to approve payment to Scotty’s Contracting for paving Iron Mountain Road. It was agreed unanimously by the court that a request for payment would be sent to the Kentucky Department…
Read More“You want this?” Prostitution arrest made in Glasgow
Jennifer Moonsong Division Publisher Barren and Metcalfe The Summer Spa Massage Parlor of Glasgow has been shut down following an investigation by the Glasgow Police Department (GPD). The GPD received complaints and tips related to illegal human trafficking, promoting prostitution, providing sexual services for compensation, and operating without a license. The investigation was conducted…
Read More911 in state of emergency
Barren-Metcalfe 911 Part I Jennifer Moonsong Division Publisher Barren and Metcalfe In 1994, under the guidance and tutelage of Mike Swift, who formed and directed the Barren County Emergency Medical Services for 42 years, a committee was created to form Barren-Metcalfe 911. “At the time, neither county could do it on their own,”…
Read MoreA hand behind the scenes FOBP seeks volunteers
Jennifer Moonsong Division Publisher Barren and Metcafle When it comes to living in the limelight locally, there is no group of thespians more well-known or beloved than the Far Off Broadway Players. And rightly so; the group has been on stage for four decades. The Far Off Broadway Players have been presenting plays off…
Read MoreGuthrie visits Glasgow
Jennifer Moonsong Division Publisher Barren and Metcalfe Republican Congressman Brett Guthrie took time out of his busy schedule last Tuesday to do some big talk, with some small people at Highland Elementary School. Prior to COVID-19, Guthrie made an effort to go out into local schools across the state, and get to know the…
Read MoreMarr Lawsuit continues: Turcotte, Murrell, and Phillips being sued
Jennifer Moonsong Division Publisher Barren and Metcalfe A lawsuit involving three Glasgow Police Department Officers, and the April 2020 death of Jeremy Marr will move forward. The officers involved were Guy Turcotte, Cameron Murrell, and Hayden Phillips. Chief Judge Greg N. Stivers determined some claims would be dismissed. Stivers rules the Glasgow…
Read MoreNew Industry coming: Cave City breaks ground
Jennifer Moonsong Division Publisher Barren and Metcalfe Cave City has broken ground on three sites in the 44-acre Chapatcha Industrial Park. This industrial park area has been an ongoing project over the last several years, developments have included an access road and utility installation including water, sewer, electric, and gas. The Park has…
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