Category Archives: Local News
911 Governing Board Confronts Budget and Interlocal Agreement Challenges
The 911 Governing Board, which oversees the Barren-Metcalfe Emergency Communications Center, convened on Tuesday to discuss critical issues affecting the center's operations. The meeting, held at the ...
May 30, 2024
Hart County Animal Shelter is dogged by funding issues and overpopulation
The Hart County Animal Shelter is grappling with significant overpopulation and escalating funding needs, prompting local officials to take action. The shelter, which has seen an influx of animals in ...
May 29, 2024
Hart County Fiscal Court Meeting Discusses Storm Shelters and New Property Acquisition
At Tuesday's Fiscal Court meeting, significant developments were announced regarding the county's efforts to enhance public safety and expand community facilities. Judge-Executive Joe Choate provided ...
May 29, 2024
Barren County Tax Deed Report for the Week of May 20, 2024
The following property transfers were recorded at the Barren County Clerk's Office from May 20, 2024 to May 24, 2024. Tax information is not reported when money is not exchanged. Such instances includ...
May 29, 2024
New owners of Firepit Spirits celebrate with community
GLASGOW, KY - Firepit Spirits has been in business since 2017. The business recently changed ownership, and Barren Inc. held a ribbon cutting Tuesday to celebrate just that. Ankita, better known as "A...
May 29, 2024
Barren County Responds to Storm with Power Restoration Efforts and Free Debris Disposal Site
In the wake of a recent storm, Barren County officials are actively addressing extensive tree coverage on several roads, primarily in the southern half of the county. Road crews have been diligently w...
May 28, 2024
Barren County is once again in the spotlight as 'Guns of Redemption' wraps up filming
Cave City is basking in the limelight once again as it celebrates the successful completion of the movie production "Guns of Redemption." This cinematic endeavor, which unfolded over three weeks in Ap...
May 28, 2024
Best of Barrens: George J's on the Square
For over a century, George J's has stood as a cornerstone of Glasgow's rich cultural tapestry, seamlessly blending tradition with modernity. Established prior to the 1900s, this venerable restaurant h...
May 28, 2024
Barren County Marriage License for the Week of May 20, 2024
The following marriage licenses were issued at the Barren County Clerk's Office from May 20, 2024 to May 24, 2024. May 20, 2024 Megan Francis Coomer 24 & Kaleb Elijah Syra 23 both of Glasgo...
May 28, 2024
Baird nominated for Best of The Barrens
GLASGOW, KY - Financial planning is no easy task. Those who do it and do it well know, it takes knowledge, experience, and most of all - insight. It's the insight of Baird Private Wealth Management an...
May 28, 2024