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Refugee Statistics and Information
By Allyson Dix, BCP Managing Editor This article highlights the program that the refugees currently in discussion will utilize for entry into the United States, historical information, and government-funded benefits available. What is a refugee? The U.S. Department of Homeland Security are responsible for granting individuals with the status of refugee, which is defined as…
Read MoreSharon M. Turner
GLASGOW – Sharon M. Turner, 62, of Glasgow, Kentucky, passed away Thursday, June 27, 2024, at her residence. She was the daughter of the late Paul Brown, Jr. and Ruby Davis Hagan. She is survived by seven children, Dawayne (Robin) Turner, Daniel (Amy) Turner, Tonya (Gaven) Adams, Derrick (Kara) Turner, Anthony Turner, Avery Turner, and…
Read MoreRefugee Resettlement
By Allyson Dix, Managing Editor/Barren County Progress Following a majority vote to amend the city council’s June 24 meeting agenda, the council heard comments from those associated with the future resettlement of refugees in the community in front of a packed council chamber including attendees standing along the back walls, many of whom left after…
Read MoreIn Remembrance
Photos by Chris Lagermann American Legion Post 65 Edmonton-Metcalfe County held its monthly meeting on Saturday, June 8, 2024. David England presided over the swearing-in of the new officers for 2024-2025. The new Commander is David Hill, replacing Bill Lagermann. The 2024-25 Adjutant is Alan Pizor, replacing Bill Lagermann. The new Finance Officer is…
Read MoreGlasgow City Council Violates Open Meeting Laws Regarding Cannabis Discussion
Glasgow City Council attempts to circumvent the Open Meeting Act to keep meetings secret. By Jeff Jobe Community Publisher Barren County cities must decide whether medical cannabis businesses can operate in their jurisdictions. While Cave City and Park City involved the media and general public, Glasgow chose to discuss in private, non-public meetings. …
Read MoreMary “Bobby” Byrnes Vincent, 83 Passed Away
Mary “Bobby” Byrnes Vincent, 83, of Martinsville, VA passed away May 12, 2024 at Sovah Martinsville Hospital. The Edmonson County native was a retired Edmonson County Schools custodian, a member of Midway United Missionary Baptist Church and a former member of Fairview United Baptist Church. She was a daughter of the late John Ronald “Jack”…
Read MoreMCES Beta Wins National Service Award
By Torrie Osbon Communications Director The National Beta Club at Metcalfe County Elementary School has proudly been named a 2024 National Beta Grand Slam Service award winner. The club earned this award by spending an average of 100+ hours per member serving their school, community, and state this year. As one of the four…
Read MoreBarry Lance Watson
GLASGOW – Barry Lance Watson, 66, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones May 11, 2024, at Hospice of Southern Kentucky. He was born January 21, 1958, in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Travis Watson and late Ruby (Button) Watson. Barry was a retired salesman from Gillie Hyde and was of the Methodist faith.…
Read MoreGroundbreaking at Last
By PJ Martin Editor The Herald-News Back on October 3, 2022, Lieutenant Governor Jacqueline Coleman traveled to Edmonton to announce funding for major Metcalfe County projects. One of those projects was a larger food pantry at Bowling Park. The Lt. Gov. Coleman awarded $986,000 in a Community Block Development Grant Coronavirus Response (CDBG-CV) to…
Read MoreGlasgow shooting leaves two injured
Staff Report A Glasgow man was arrested following a shooting at a residence along Park City Glasgow Road on Sunday, March 17. The Barren County Sheriff’s Office said in a news release that 59-year-old Kevin Abner told investigators he went to the residence after being told his daughter was there and was possibly being held…
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