Category Archives: Local News
3 Barren County students participate in Lindsey program
By DUANE BONIFER Lindsey Wilson University COLUMBIA, KY. — Three Barren County High School students participated in the recent Lindsey Wilson University John B. Begley Scholars Day. Barren Count...
Feb 24, 2026
Barren County grad Matthew Estes explains how FFA shaped his path from farm kid to state officer
STAFF REPORT Glasgow News 1 Barren County graduate Matthew Estes says his journey in FFA began like many others - as a middle school student who simply grew up around agriculture. He was raised on his...
Feb 24, 2026
Glasgow council approves police grants; Black History Month address draws standing ovation
STAFF REPORT Glasgow News 1 Glasgow City Council met for its second February meeting Monday evening, approving two resolutions that will allow City Administrator April Russell to apply for grant fundi...
Feb 24, 2026
Two Glasgow police arrest cases lead to Barren County grand jury indictments
By MICHAEL CRIMMINS Glasgow News 1 Two people who were arrested by Glasgow police have been indicted by a Barren County grand jury. Bloomington, Indiana, resident Benjamin Haines has been indicted on ...
Feb 24, 2026
Strangulation, assault charges dismissed against Glasgow man
By MICHAEL CRIMMINS Glasgow News 1 The criminal charges brought against a Glasgow man accused of strangulation and assault have been dismissed. Chayse Gladden, 29, was arrested by Glasgow police on De...
Feb 23, 2026
Caverna schools to host “Power Hour” parent advocacy workshop
STAFF REPORT Glasgow News 1 Caverna Independent Schools is inviting families to a free parent advocacy workshop designed to help them better understand special education and Individual Education Plans...
Feb 23, 2026
Barren County announces free countywide cleanup for bulky trash
STAFF REPORT Glasgow News 1 Barren County residents will soon have a chance to clear out bulky household items without making a trip to the landfill. County officials have announced this year's free c...
Feb 23, 2026
Barren County recovery nonprofit celebrates community members
STAFF REPORT Glasgow News 1 Numerous people were honored by Community Partners for Recovery during the annual Epic Awards at the Cave Area Conference Center over the weekend. Libby Short, Christie Wal...
Feb 23, 2026
Prosecutor seeks to correct grand jury ‘error’ in Barren murder case
By MICHAEL CRIMMINS Glasgow News 1 The Commonwealth’s Attorney is seeking to amend a Barren County grand jury’s dismissal, allowing the case to possibly be reintroduced to a new grand jury...
Feb 23, 2026
Weather slows Barren County Judicial Center work, but officials say project Is still on track
STAFF REPORT Glasgow News 1 The weather may have delayed construction, but all involved remain optimistic it will get back on track. Site Development Project Manager Matt Allen told the Project Develo...
Feb 23, 2026