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Remembering David Perkins
Mary Beth Sallee Jobe Publishing, Inc. David Perkins has been described as a kind individual who was respected by everyone who knew him. From helping on the family farm at a young age to working as a rural mail carrier at the Glasgow Post Office for 35 years, David enjoyed working and helping others.…
Read MoreFugitive caught
On Tuesday, January 11, 2022, at approximately 2121 hours, Deputy Jarrod Steele observed a 2006 Nissan Maxima traveling eastbound on West Stockton Street in the city limits of Edmonton. The vehicle displayed an expired registration plate. Deputy Steele initiated a stop on the vehicle for the violation. Upon identifying the occupants of the vehicle, Deputy…
Read MoreFun in the snow
Special to the Herald-News A week ago, the area had its first serious accumulation of snow for the year. While many had major problems navigating the snow, others saw it as a chance to have a little fun.
Read MoreLet it snow!
Mary Beth Sallee Jobe Publishing, Inc. After unusually warm temperatures for the season, winter weather hit Kentucky on January 6 and all of Barren County was covered in snow. Some individuals reported up to eight inches in the Glasgow area. The Barren County Progress asked readers to share their snow day photos on the…
Read MoreFiling deadline extended – Candidate update
Jennifer Moonsong Publisher/Jobe Publishing Central Division Last Thursday the House Committee voted to advance House Bill 172, making the filing deadline for all political candidates in Kentucky January 25, rather than January 7. House Republicans moved to waive the required second and third readings of the bill and passed it out of the…
Read MoreHometown Heroes: Dr. Virag and Jackie Pandeya
Mary Beth Sallee Reporter, Hart County News-Herald Food. Personal hygiene items. Clothing and shoes. These are the everyday basic necessities of life. But unfortunately in Hart County, there are individuals and families who are in need of these items on a daily basis. That’s where Dr. Virag Pandeya, M.D., and his wife Jackie Pandeya,…
Read MoreFelicia Shelton appointed as new County Clerk
By By B Jane Marsh Reporter, Hart County News-Herald Felicia Shelton was appointed County Clerk on Monday, January 3. Members of the Hart County Fiscal Court, retiring County Clerk Lisa Hensley Sanders, and Shelton’s friends and family were present during her appointment. Although her appointment as County Clerk is new, Shelton is not new…
Read MoreRetiring Chamber VP reflects on 17 years
Mary Beth Sallee Jobe Publishing, Inc. Ernie Myers knows quite well what it means to contribute to the community. As a seventh-generation Glasgow native, Myers entered the workforce at the young age of 12. Consequently, over the past 60 years, his work ethic never wavered, nor did his humble demeanor or his service to…
Read MoreCandidate review: Glasgow and Barren County
Jennifer Moonsong Publisher/Jobe Publishing Central Division Only a few days are left for candidates desiring to file in Kentucky primary election, and in Barren County, many seats are without candidates while other races, such as the sheriff’s race and the jailer’s race, have drawn ample attention. Glasgow City Seats As of Monday morning,…
Read MoreState Leaders Tour Tornado Damage
Congressman Guthrie, Representatives visit Hart and Barren Counties Katrina England Jobe Publishing, Inc. In the early morning hours of December 11th, tornado outbreaks across the southeastern portion of the United States caused catastrophic damage. Part of the damage was in the Park City and Cave City areas of Barren County, and the Hardyville, Munfordville,…
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