Statewide News
Vietnam Veteran Roger Waggoner
“I always knew I was going to war. I always knew that was my job.” Mary Beth Sallee Managing Editor Hart Co. News-Herald Roger Waggoner always felt it was his duty to serve his country. After all, it was somewhat of a family tradition as his father, grandfather, brothers, and uncles had all served…
Read MoreBurden found guilty
Mary Beth Sallee Managing Editor Hart Co. News-Herald A jury deliberated in the LaRue County Circuit Court for only 15 minutes on October 30 to return a guilty verdict against an Upton man who was charged with murdering his wife in 2021. William “Billy” Gerald Burden, age 55, was sentenced to life in prison…
Read MoreClean audit
By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News Mr. Ervin Sewell presided over the Barren-Metcalfe County Emergency Medical Services Board of Directors on October 25th at the TJ Samson Community Center. Metcalfe Judge/Executive Larry Wilson and Chairman Neil Thornberry were unable to attend. Representatives of Taylor, Polson & Company PSC were on hand to present the…
Read MoreA Cut Above the Rest
By Katrina England Reporter Hart Co. News-Herald If you know James “Pee Wee” Shipp, you know that on any given day, you can find him enjoying his well-earned retirement on the golf course or out in the middle of the lake fishing for crappie. However, few others could tell the tales he can of…
Read MoreVascular Surgeon expands to Glasgow
By Allyson Dix Jobe Publishing, Inc. A Somerset-based vascular surgeon announced this month that Southern Kentucky Vascular is expanding its care services to Glasgow. Dr. Don Brown, an award-winning physician is excited for the opportunity to bring new vascular services to a new regional clinic. “Our practice’s mission is to provide patients in Southern…
Read MoreBear Camp
By Allyson Dix Jobe Publishing, Inc. allyson@jobeinc.com Growing up, Rick Hammontree’s grandfather in Pennsylvania took him on his first fishing adventures at a young age–a trip that would ultimately lead him to a love for hunting wildlife. “While visiting my grandfather there, I noticed he had Field & Stream and Outdoor Life books back…
Read MoreBishop wins Artist of the Year
Mary Beth Sallee Hart Co. News-Herald Local singer/songwriter Cara Bishop is continuing to make a name for herself in the country music scene. Cara was recently nominated for five Josie Music Association awards, including Artist of the Year (Under 18), Female Vocalist of the Year (Under 18), Song of the Year (Mine for Now),…
Read MoreRenovating your health
By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News The Edmonton-Metcalfe County Chamber of Commerce hosted their 11th ribbon cutting for the Metcalfe County Health Department on Tuesday, October 24th. A good crowd attended and toured the renovated building located at 615 W. Stockton Street. The building that houses the Health Dept. was completed in 1964 and…
Read MoreMCFC – Contracts and Community Assistance
By Allyson Dix Jobe Publishing, Inc. The Metcalfe County Fiscal Court tackled several items last week in their meeting including FEMA-related matters and a new program to help with medical expenses for residents in the county. Magistrates Kevin Crane, Daniel Bragg, and Harvey Hawkins were present. Absent was Ronnie Miller. FEMA matters The…
Read MoreNew theater company presents neat and sweet Addams Family Musical
By Chelene Nightingale Jobe Publishing, Inc. Kookiness and spookiness have carried on in a neighboring county for five performances of “The Addams Family Musical” sponsored by Span Tech in Glasgow. The newly-formed Harold Chambers Theater Troupe delighted receptive audiences with big voices, humorous one-liners, and bewitching choreography. The musical debuted on Broadway back in…
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